"We understand you points 524" the sickly woman seemed irritated, but she did see the logic behind his words. "They have been logged, but to be bluntly honest, we are jumping four paces a time, when really we should keep a sound pace. We will delve and explore all these 'what if' scenarios when the time comes"<br/><br/>524 was a skilled and valued combatant, and though he was as intelligent as any Spartan, his lack of tact was something his superiors had seen fit to overlook.<br/><br/>"Now..." Lord Hood picked up at a solid point. "I believe some among the Sangheili present have fought these things before. I understand important political figures in your culture are often tried warriors, but that is not the case with humans. Tell us of this 'Flood'"