As mentioned previously, when not leading lesser Covenant forces, Brutes tend to congregate in packs of 4-6 individuals; the rank of each Brute, the number of each rank and the weaponry with which they are equipped varies with the difficulty being played. Often, these packs will consist of one Brute Captain, 1-2 Brute Majors and 2-3 Brute Minors. It can be twice that many if there is a Brute Chieftain in command nearby, with his Jiralhanae Bodyguards adding to the numbers as well.