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|name=D81-LRT Condor | |name=D81-LRT Condor | ||
|image=[[File:Nightfall - ColonialPelican.png|300px]] | |image=[[File:Nightfall - ColonialPelican.png|300px]] | ||
|manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]] | |manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]] | ||
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|class=[[Dropship]] | |class=[[Dropship]] | ||
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The '''D81-Long Range Transport''' ('''D81-LRT Condor'''; colloquially: '''Fat Pelican'''/'''SuperPelican''') is a medium-sized, long-range aerospace transport craft manufactured by [[Misriah Armory]] that is built from the airframe of a [[Pelican]] [[dropship]].{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}<ref name="GS">[http://www.gamespot.com/articles/comic-con-2014-halo-nightfall-directly-leads-into-/1100-6421287/ '''GameSpot''': ''Comic-Con 2014: Halo Nightfall Directly Leads Into Halo 5 Guardians'']</ref> | The '''D81-Long Range Transport''' ('''D81-LRT Condor'''; colloquially: '''Fat Pelican'''/'''SuperPelican''') is a medium-sized, long-range aerospace transport craft manufactured by [[Misriah Armory]] that is built from the airframe of a [[Pelican]] [[dropship]].{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}<ref name="GS">[http://www.gamespot.com/articles/comic-con-2014-halo-nightfall-directly-leads-into-/1100-6421287/ '''GameSpot''': ''Comic-Con 2014: Halo Nightfall Directly Leads Into Halo 5 Guardians'']</ref> | ||
== | ==Overview== | ||
===Design details=== | ===Design details=== | ||
The D81-LRT Condor is built using an elongated [[Pelican]] [[dropship]] fuselage; the current [[Condor]] model uses a [[D79-TC Pelican]] frame. Approximately ninety-five percent of the Condor's parts originate from the Pelican that it was built upon. The Pelican's original flight systems, engines, and structural spars are borrowed to in the creation of the Condor. However, the original tail thrusters are removed and replaced with the "Mission Package", which consists of four engine pods and a [[Shaw-Fujikawa Translight Engine|slipspace drive]]{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}<ref name="youtube">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaZOLp6pYCE '''YouTube''': ''Halo: Nightfall Panel - SDCC 2014'']</ref> capable of short to mid-range [[slipstream space]] travel. The Condor features two cockpits, with the upper cockpit housing the dropship's weapons or sensor operator.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | The D81-LRT Condor is built using an elongated [[Pelican]] [[dropship]] fuselage; the current [[Condor]] model uses a [[D79-TC Pelican]] frame. Approximately ninety-five percent of the Condor's parts originate from the Pelican that it was built upon. The Pelican's original flight systems, engines, and structural spars are borrowed to in the creation of the Condor. However, the original tail thrusters are removed and replaced with the "Mission Package", which consists of four engine pods and a [[Shaw-Fujikawa Translight Engine|slipspace drive]]{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}<ref name="youtube">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaZOLp6pYCE '''YouTube''': ''Halo: Nightfall Panel - SDCC 2014'']</ref> capable of short to mid-range [[slipstream space]] travel. The Condor features two cockpits, with the upper cockpit housing the dropship's weapons or sensor operator.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | ||
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===Armaments=== | ===Armaments=== | ||
Most Condors are unarmed, with a multi-sensor package often replacing a Pelican's armaments. Though in some variants, the D79-TC Pelican's dual [[GAU | Most Condors are unarmed, with a multi-sensor package often replacing a Pelican's armaments. Though in some variants, the D79-TC Pelican's dual [[GAU-53 70mm rotary cannon]]s are retained. Six [[hardpoint]]s are retained on the Condor's wings to allow colonial operators to create custom fire control systems to tie these into the civilian controls.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} During the [[Second Ark Conflict]], the Condor was modified into a [[G81 Condor|gunship]] by [[Isabel]], armed with five twin laser cannons and a Mini-MAC. | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
Several variants of the D81-LRT Condor exist: | Several variants of the D81-LRT Condor exist: | ||
*'''D81: Post-War Condor''': Equipped with a more efficient slipspace drive and built from excess [[D79-TC Pelican]] frames, the post-war variant has the upper cockpit either stripped out or converted into VIP seating.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | *'''D81: Post-War Condor''': Equipped with a more efficient slipspace drive and built from excess [[D79-TC Pelican]] frames, the post-war variant has the upper cockpit either stripped out or converted into VIP seating.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | ||
*'''[[D81WP Condor|D81WP]]''': The WP (Weapons Package) variant retains the D79 Pelican's [[GAU | *'''[[D81WP Condor|D81WP]]''': The WP (Weapons Package) variant retains the D79 Pelican's [[GAU-53 70mm rotary cannon|rotary cannons]] and is sold to the [[UNSC]], paramilitary units, and planetary security forces by [[Misriah Armory]].{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | ||
*'''[[G81 Condor|G81]]''': The G81 is a designation for unofficial, slow-moving but powerful Condor craft armed with multiple pulse-laser turrets and a light magnetic accelerator cannon – all of which are capable of independently targeting enemy units. The pulse lasers offer a high rate of fire, making the Condor effective against mass units, while the light MAC provides devastating burst damage for hard target elimination. This Condor variant breaks several UNSC weapon regulations.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/the-art-of-war-s '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Canon Fodder: The Art of War(s)'']</ref> | *'''[[G81 Condor|G81]]''': The G81 is a designation for unofficial, slow-moving but powerful Condor craft armed with multiple pulse-laser turrets and a light magnetic accelerator cannon – all of which are capable of independently targeting enemy units. The pulse lasers offer a high rate of fire, making the Condor effective against mass units, while the light MAC provides devastating burst damage for hard target elimination. This Condor variant breaks several UNSC weapon regulations.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/the-art-of-war-s '''Halo Waypoint''' - ''Canon Fodder: The Art of War(s)'']</ref> | ||
*'''[[U81 Condor|U81]]''': The U81 is an unofficial designation for refit Condors used by the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] during reconnaissance and surveillance missions. This variant is outwardly indistinguishable from [[civilian]] starships, but the U81 incorporates an advanced electronic warfare suite, an extensive passive sensor array, and a military-grade slipspace drive. This variant is sometimes classed as a "[[Prowler|subprowler]]" due to its covert mission profile, although it lacks passive [[cloaking]] or sensor [[baffler|baffling]] coatings.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | *'''[[U81 Condor|U81]]''': The U81 is an unofficial designation for refit Condors used by the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] during reconnaissance and surveillance missions. This variant is outwardly indistinguishable from [[civilian]] starships, but the U81 incorporates an advanced electronic warfare suite, an extensive passive sensor array, and a military-grade slipspace drive. This variant is sometimes classed as a "[[Prowler|subprowler]]" due to its covert mission profile, although it lacks passive [[cloaking]] or sensor [[baffler|baffling]] coatings.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | ||
==Development and operational history== | ==Development and operational history== | ||
[[File:HW2 MarineDeployment Concept.png|thumb | [[File:HW2 MarineDeployment Concept.png|thumb|250px|A number of Condors taking off.]] | ||
Formerly a dropship in service with the [[United Nations Space Command]], the Condor was virtually unparalleled in its role of heavy matériel and equipment deployment. However, due to the [[D96-TCE Albatross]] and [[D82-EST Darter]]'s lower development and operational costs along with overlapping functionality, the Condor ultimately faded from service in the UNSC. The Condor sees continued use by the [[Sedran Colonial Guard]] as it is able to work without the need for a larger vessel to deploy from. It is also ideal for low-volume freighting between the [[Outer Colonies]] that wish to become autonomous from the [[Unified Earth Government]]. The Condor allows colonists to cross long distances, scout possible trade routes, and establish diplomatic relationships without interference of the UNSC or its control on interstellar commerce.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | Formerly a dropship in service with the [[United Nations Space Command]], the Condor was virtually unparalleled in its role of heavy matériel and equipment deployment. However, due to the [[D96-TCE Albatross]] and [[D82-EST Darter]]'s lower development and operational costs along with overlapping functionality, the Condor ultimately faded from service in the UNSC. The Condor sees continued use by the [[Sedran Colonial Guard]] as it is able to work without the need for a larger vessel to deploy from. It is also ideal for low-volume freighting between the [[Outer Colonies]] that wish to become autonomous from the [[Unified Earth Government]]. The Condor allows colonists to cross long distances, scout possible trade routes, and establish diplomatic relationships without interference of the UNSC or its control on interstellar commerce.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} | ||
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Shortly after the [[Subjugation of Earth]] on October 28, [[2558]], [[Alpha-Nine]] utilized ''Foxtrot 111'' for transport to [[Balaho]], [[Luna]], the [[Spartan-IV Training Station]], and [[Cassidy III]].{{Ref/Reuse|HBBC3}} In May [[2559]], the crew of the {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}} used D81 and G81 Condors in their [[Second Ark Conflict|battle]] against the [[Banished]] for [[Installation 00]].<ref name="HW2">'''[[Halo Wars 2]]'''</ref> | Shortly after the [[Subjugation of Earth]] on October 28, [[2558]], [[Alpha-Nine]] utilized ''Foxtrot 111'' for transport to [[Balaho]], [[Luna]], the [[Spartan-IV Training Station]], and [[Cassidy III]].{{Ref/Reuse|HBBC3}} In May [[2559]], the crew of the {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}} used D81 and G81 Condors in their [[Second Ark Conflict|battle]] against the [[Banished]] for [[Installation 00]].<ref name="HW2">'''[[Halo Wars 2]]'''</ref> | ||
In [[2559#|November 2559]], ten Condors were attached to the {{UNSCShip|Hidden Point}}. The Condors managed to escape from the ship's destruction and were used along with an [[Owl]] by the UNSC and [[Swords of Sanghelios]] survivors of the [[Battle of Netherop (2559)|Battle of Netherop]] to escape before the [[Created]] could arrive.{{Ref/Novel|Out}} | |||
==Identified Condors== | ==Identified Condors== | ||
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==Gameplay== | ==Gameplay== | ||
===''Halo Wars 2''=== | ===''Halo Wars 2''=== | ||
D81 Condors replace the [[D20 Heron]]s in the role of delivering [[Firebase]]s to the battlefield, while the Pelicans deliver the bases and turrets which are no longer produced directly from the | D81 Condors replace the [[D20 Heron]]s in the role of delivering [[Firebase]]s to the battlefield, while the Pelicans deliver the bases and turrets which are no longer produced directly from the Firebases. | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
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<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:Nightfall - Condor.jpg|A Sedran Condor approaching [[Alpha Shard]] in ''[[Halo: Nightfall]]''. | File:Nightfall - Condor.jpg|A Sedran Condor approaching [[Alpha Shard]] in ''[[Halo: Nightfall]]''. | ||
File:HM- | File:HM - Alpha Shard.jpg|A Sedran D81 on Alpha Shard in ''[[Halo Mythos]]''. | ||
File:HW2-D81models.jpg|Finalized models of the D81 Condor in ''Halo Wars 2''. | File:HW2-D81models.jpg|Finalized models of the D81 Condor in ''Halo Wars 2''. | ||
File:HW2B-D81.png|A UNSC D81 Condor carrying a [[Firebase]] in the ''[[Halo Wars 2 Open Beta]]''. | File:HW2B-D81.png|A UNSC D81 Condor carrying a [[Firebase]] in the ''[[Halo Wars 2 Open Beta]]''. | ||
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*''[[Halo: Bad Blood]]'' | *''[[Halo: Bad Blood]]'' | ||
*''[[Halo: Lone Wolf]]'' | *''[[Halo: Lone Wolf]]'' | ||
*''[[Halo Infinite]]''{{Mo}} | *''[[Halo Infinite]]'' {{Mo}} | ||
*''[[Halo: Outcasts]]'' | |||
==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||