Brutes, or "Jiralhanae", originating from the planet Doisac, are a species of physically large, ape-like warriors who made their first appearance in "Halo 2". They are taller, stronger, and hairier than the Elites, who are their primary rivals for rank and office within the Covenant hierarchy. Like Elites, Brutes are often encountered in positions of command; they frequently lead squads of Grunts and Jackals in battle. Brute society is tribal and governed by chieftains. They appear to be very intelligent and are skilled users of all kinds of weapons and vehicles, including their own unique class of weapons, which rely primarily on conventional explosives and close-range melee damage rather than plasma energy.