Sangheili Minors are logically, physically, and pragmatically the least-experienced warriors of their race; however, they are still skilled in combat. They are somewhat weaker than their crimson-armored Major Domo superiors. Being the lowest ranked in the Sangheili military hierarchy, they possess energy shielding that is weaker than any other Sangheili, (besides that of stealth units), and is also inferior to the shielding of MJOLNIR armor. Minors are seen making frequent tactical mistakes in battle, even occasionally hitting an Unggoy with a missed melee attack. They are still dangerous in their own right, especially when leading members of the lower castes in battle.
The Minor's rank seems roughly equivalent to a UNSC Marine sergeant, compared to an Elite Major being equivalent to a lieutenant and an Unggoy or Kig-yar Major being equivalent to a corporal). Minors often lead lances of Unggoy and/or Kig-yar into battle. If the Minor leading the lance is killed, their subordinates will often flee. Sangheili Minors who are neither promoted nor killed during their first campaign typically commit suicide to retain their honor
