Brute hierarchy

It's apparent that the Brutes are bigger and badder in Halo 3. Here's a quick look at what you're up against when you gotta "finish the fight."

Brute Minor
The youngest and least experienced Brutes of the Covenant, the Brute Minors are little more than cannon fodder. They sport a complete armor set this time round, with a visual style pretty similar to that of the Elites.