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Evo-014's Summary
LIFESPAN: Mar 7, 2511 - Present
HOMEWORLD: Eridanus II
DIMENSIONS: 7' 2" | 287 lb
BRANCH: Spartan-II | NAVSPECWEP
Master Chief Petty Officer John-117, commonly referred to as 'Master Chief,' stands as a prominent figure among the original class of Spartan-IIs. He is not only the most renowned Spartan but also holds a significant position in the UNSC Marine Corps and quite possibly among all humans within the galaxy. His journey began on the outer colony world of Eridanus II, where, at the tender age of six, he was abducted and enlisted into the Spartan-II program. Following rigorous training and extensive physical augmentations, he assumed the de facto leadership role among the Spartan-IIs, dedicating the next four decades to safeguarding humanity from various threats, particularly during the tumultuous war with the Covenant.
Early Years
John's origins trace back to the modest confines of Elysium City, a small settlement nestled within the outer colony of Eridanus II in the Eridanus system. His early years followed a relatively ordinary trajectory until the tender age of six when he found himself the subject of a clandestine operation by the Office of Naval Intelligence. This covert mission led to his inclusion in the highly classified Spartan-II program. Although he might not have been the swiftest, brightest, or most robust Spartan among his peers, John swiftly rose to prominence, recognized as the foremost leader among the Spartan-II cadre.
The Human-Covenant War
John-117, the most distinguished soldier within the United Nations Space Command, boasts an unparalleled record. He has partaken in numerous battles, dispatched countless Covenant adversaries, safeguarded innumerable lives, and garnered a trove of commendations that eclipses any other individual in human history. His unwavering valor during the tumultuous Human-Covenant War played a pivotal role in enabling humanity to endure the conflict's darkest hours, ultimately aiding in turning the tide of the war. At its culmination, Master Chief proved instrumental in dismantling the Covenant's dominion. Without his heroic efforts, the fate of Earth, the UNSC, and all of humanity would have hung in the balance, teetering perilously towards oblivion.
Post War
John was adrift aboard the UNSC Forward Unto Dawn for an extensive four-year period, following the culmination of the Battle of Installation 00, which marked the concluding engagement of the Human-Covenant War. His triumphant return to the UNSC ranks in 2557 was marred by immediate conflict, and this turbulent journey has persisted unabated. It was only after the Battle of Requiem that he was eventually reunited with the remaining members of Spartan-II Blue Team. Since then, he has remained steadfast in his tireless efforts to preserve peace within a galaxy fraught with uncertainty.
Battling the Created
Towards the conclusion of the tumultuous year 2558, John and the formidable Blue Team found themselves embroiled in the nascent stages of the Rule of the Created. They teetered on the precipice of being apprehended by the indomitable Cortana. Their resolute actions, complemented by the unwavering resolve of Blue Team and the valiant efforts of Fireteam Osiris, ultimately succeeded in liberating Blue Team from Cortana's clutches. However, the Created still managed to wrest control of the galaxy away from the UNSC and the myriad other intelligent species that called it home.
The Banished
Following the rise of the Created and the UNSC's significant loss of power in the galaxy, the Banished continued their rise, accelerating their growth which had already been significant in the post-war era. John and the UNSC faced the Banished several times, most notably on Zeta Halo in 2559 and 2560.
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Master Chief has made his presence felt in almost every core installment of the Halo game series, with one notable exception in the form of Halo: Reach, a prequel to the iconic Halo: Combat Evolved. Delving into the extended lore, his character graces the pages of various materials, contributing to an impressive tally of nearly thirty distinct instances of Halo media where John takes center stage.
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