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{{Status|Canon}}
{{Era|HCW|Post}}
{{Title|''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee}}
{{Center|''This article is about the space fighter variant. For the ground support variant, see [[Type-26 Banshee]].''}}
{{Center|''This article is about the space fighter variant. For the ground support variant, see [[Type-26 Banshee]].''}}
{{Ship class infobox
{{Ship Class Infobox
|image=[[File:Type-27 XMF.png|300px]]
|image=[[File:Type-27 XMF.png|300px]]
|name=''Elsedda''-pattern Strike Fighter
|name=Type-27 Exoatmospheric Multirole Fighter
|manufacturer=[[Assembly Forges]]{{Ref/Book|Id=vis|EVG|Page=19}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22P287|Enc22|Page=287}}
|manufacturer=[[Assembly Forges]]<ref name="vis">''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]'', p. 19 (Banshee Fighter)</ref>
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|model=
|model=Type-27
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|length={{Convert|10.9|m|ft}}{{Ref/Reuse|vis}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P287}}
|length={{Convert|10.9|m|ft}}<ref name="vis"/>
|width={{Convert|8.6|m|ft}}{{Ref/Reuse|vis}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P287}}
|width={{Convert|8.6|m|ft}}<ref name="vis"/>
|height={{Convert|3.5|m|ft}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P287}}
|height={{Convert|3.5|m|ft}}<ref>''[[Halo: Reach]]'', 3D Model Data</ref>
|mass=4.5 tons (4.1 tonnes){{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P287}}
|mass=
|max accel=
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|engine=[[Impulse drive]]
|engine=[[Impulse drive]]
|slipspace drive=
|slipspace drive=
|slipspace speed=
|slipspace speed=N/A
|poweroutput=
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|power=
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|shield gen=
|shield gen=None
|hull=
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|avionics=
|avionics=
|countermeasures=
|countermeasures=
|armament=*2 [[Heavy plasma cannon]]s<ref name="manual">''Halo: Reach'', manual</ref>{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P287}}
|armament=
*1 [[Fuel rod cannon]]{{Ref/Reuse|manual}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P287}}
*[[Heavy plasma cannon]] (2)<ref name="manual">''Halo: Reach'', manual</ref>
*[[Class-2 Projectile cannon]] (1)<ref name="manual"/>
|complement=
|complement=
|crew=1 pilot{{Ref/Reuse|vis}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P287}}
|crew=Pilot (1)<ref name="vis"/>
|skeleton=
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|passengers=
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|othersystems=
|othersystems=
|firstuse=
|firstuse=
|firstsight=
|firstsight=[[2527]]
|role=Space/atmospheric fighter
|role=Space/atmospheric fighter
|era=[[Human-Covenant War]] <br> [[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]
|era=[[Human-Covenant War]] <br> [[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]
|affiliation=[[Covenant]]<br>[[Vata 'Gajat's mercenary group]]<br>[[Anvil Initiative]]<br>[[Fleet of Recalcitrant Ire]]
|affiliation=[[Covenant]]<br>[[Vata 'Gajat's mercenary group]]
 
}}
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The '''Type-27 Exoatmospheric Multirole Fighter''',<ref>[http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech/ ''Halo Waypoint'': The Universe - Tech]</ref> informally known as the '''Space Banshee''',<ref name="Stats"/> the '''Banshee Fighter''',<ref name="Waypoint"/> and the '''Banshee Interceptor''',<ref name="Stats"/> is the [[Covenant]] standard space interceptor support craft of the defunct [[Covenant fleet]].<ref name="Stats">''Halo: Reach'', game stats</ref> It is a vacuum-sealed variant of the [[Type-26 Banshee|Type-26 ''Banshee'' ground support aircraft]] that is designed exclusively for exoatmospheric operations,<ref name="solace">''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[Long Night of Solace]]</ref><ref name="Waypoint">[http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech/gallery/banshee-fighter/82613d70-17cc-4652-8ab1-a1f16e29c516 ''Halo Waypoint:'' Banshee Fighter] (defunct, backup on [https://web.archive.org/web/20110420171841/http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech/gallery/banshee-fighter/82613d70-17cc-4652-8ab1-a1f16e29c516 Archive.org])</ref> though it is capable of operating in-atmosphere.<ref name="HE2">''[[Halo: Escalation]]'', [[Halo: Escalation Issue 2|Issue 2]]</ref>


The '''''Elsedda''-pattern Strike Fighter''' {{Type|27|Exoatmospheric Multirole Fighter}},{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} informally known as the '''Space Banshee''',{{Ref/Reuse|Stats}} the '''Banshee Fighter''',{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} and the '''Banshee Interceptor''',{{Ref/Reuse|Stats}} is the [[Covenant]] standard space interceptor support craft of the defunct [[Covenant fleet]].<ref name="Stats">''Halo: Reach'', game stats</ref> It is a vacuum-sealed variant of the  {{Pattern|Is'belox|Banshee}} that is designed for exoatmospheric operations,<ref name="solace">''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[Long Night of Solace]]</ref>{{Ref/Site|Id=Waypoint|URL=http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech/gallery/banshee-fighter/82613d70-17cc-4652-8ab1-a1f16e29c516|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Banshee Fighter|D=20|M=04|Y=2011|LocalArchive=Archive:Halo Waypoint/2009 to 2014/Universe/Vehicles#Banshee Fighter}} though it is capable of operating in-atmosphere.{{Ref/Comic|Id=HE2|HEsc|Issue=2}}
==Specifications==
 
==Overview==
===Design details===
===Design details===
The ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee is similar in appearance and design to the {{Pattern|Is'belox|Banshee}} ground support aircraft, although it boasts several unique features. The ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee's canards are swept forward, with the [[Impulse drive|impulse engine]] placement making the craft more maneuverable in zero-gravity environments.{{Ref/Reuse|manual}} The craft features extended tail stabilizers, which help dampen turbulence during transitions in and out of atmosphere while docking. Unlike the standard ''Banshee'' model, the ''Elsedda''-pattern sports an enclosed vacuum-sealed cockpit.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} The cockpit's canopy includes integrated antennas used for communications. Inside the cockpit, the pilot has access to a wide-angle viewscreen for sight. An instrument console comes with [[Holography|holographic]] readout panels that monitor the fighter's various systems, with at least one used to operate the [[impulse drive]]. On either side of the viewscreen are spherical control grips for piloting the Banshee. The pilot lays on a cushioned bed, and is held in place via a stability harness that runs across their flanks and hips.{{Ref/Reuse|HSSC20}}
The Type-27 XMF is similar in appearance and design to the Type-26 ''Banshee'' ground support aircraft, although it boasts several unique features. The Type-27 XMF's canards are swept forward, with the impulse engine placement making the craft more maneuverable in zero-G space. The craft sports two [[heavy plasma cannon]]s, which are elongated in comparison with those of the Type-26's [[Class-2 Energy Gun|standard model]], providing greatly increased range and firepower. A [[Class-2 Projectile cannon|fuel rod cannon]] is mounted at the front of the fuselage.<ref name="manual"/> The canopy also includes an integrated antenna for communications.<ref name="HSSC20"/> The craft features an extended tail stabilizer, which helps dampen turbulence during transitions in and out of atmosphere while docking. Unlike the standard ''Banshee'' model, the Type-27 XMF sports an enclosed vacuum-sealed cockpit.<ref name="Waypoint"/> These craft can be mounted on the [[hangar bay]] walls of Covenant warships<ref>''Halo: Reach'', [[Firefight]] map, [[Corvette (level)|Corvette]]</ref> and on the undersides of vessels' hulls.<ref name="solace"/> Unfortunately, the Banshee is highly vulnerable to the electromagnetic pulses of human nuclear weapons, where the fighter would be left dead in space with no way to call for help.<ref name="HSSC20"/>
 
When ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee's impulse drive is fully active, its control panel glows amber. With the drive active while the craft is in a landed position, the pilot can cause the Banshee to hover a meter off the ground by sliding their palms toward the front of the control grips. Pushing the control grips forward causes the craft to fly forward, while tapping the undersides of the grips will fire the Banshee's plasma cannons. Sliding ones hands to the back of the control grips results in the Banshee beginning to climb, dropping its tail stabilizers and lifting its nose. The ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee is highly vulnerable to the [[electromagnetic pulse]]s of [[human]] [[nuclear weapon]]s, where the fighter would be left dead in space with no way to call for help.{{Ref/Reuse|HSSC20}}


===Armament===
Inside the cockpit, the pilot has access to a wide-angle viewscreen for sight. A instrument console comes complete with holographic readout panels that monitor the fighter's various systems, with at least one referencing the impulse engines. On either side of the viewscreen are control grips for piloting the Banshee. The user laid on a cushioned bed, and was held to the fighter via a stability harness that ran across their flanks and hips.<ref name="HSSC20"/>
The ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee sports two [[heavy plasma cannon]]s, which are elongated in comparison with those of the ''Is'belox''{{'}}s [[Class-2 Energy Gun|standard model]], providing greatly increased range and firepower. A [[Class-2 Projectile cannon|fuel rod cannon]] is mounted at the front of the fuselage.{{Ref/Reuse|manual}}


[[File:Reach 468790 Full.jpg|250px|thumb|''Elsedda''-pattern Banshees mounted on the underside of a {{Pattern|Ceudar|heavy corvette}}.]]
The Type-27 XMF is effective against stationary weapon emplacement and [[Extra-vehicular activity|EVA-equipped]] infantry, as well as in reconnaissance pickets. However, the craft is most effective when used in high-volume deployments. Deployment in great numbers can allow the Type-27 XMF to overwhelm heavier fighters such as the [[GA-TL1 Longsword|GA-TL1 ''Longsword'' interceptor]], as well as escort ships, such as [[cruiser]]s and [[UNSC frigate|frigates]]. Though the Seraph is used as the Covenant's primary fighter in single ship combat, the Type-27 ''Banshee'' provides invaluable screens and support, tipping many battles in the Covenant's favor.<ref name="Waypoint"/>
===Usage===
The ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee can be mounted on the [[hangar bay]] walls of Covenant warships<ref>''Halo: Reach'', [[Firefight]] map, [[Corvette (map)|Corvette]]</ref> and on the undersides of vessels' hulls.{{Ref/Reuse|solace}} These craft are effective against stationary weapon emplacement and [[Extra-vehicular activity|EVA-equipped]] infantry, as well as in reconnaissance pickets. However, they are most effective when used in high-volume deployments. Deployment in great numbers can allow ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshees to overwhelm heavier fighters such as the [[GA-TL1 Longsword|GA-TL1 ''Longsword'' interceptor]], as well as escort ships, such as [[cruiser]]s and [[UNSC frigate|frigates]]. While the [[Seraph]] was used as the Covenant's primary fighter in single ship combat, the ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee provided invaluable screens and support, tipping many battles in the Covenant's favor.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P287}}


==Operational history==
==Operational history==
The ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee was first observed by the UNSC at some point prior to [[2526#March|March 5, 2526]], when the [[SPARTAN-II]]s captured five of the fighters from the [[Covenant frigate|frigate]] ''[[Radiant Arrow]]''.{{Ref/Novel|Id=HSSC3|HSS|Chapter=3}} Before [[Catherine Halsey|Dr. Catherine Halsey]] had a chance to properly inspect and document them, these same five fighters would be used by [[Blue Team]] during [[Battle over Etalan|a mission]] to destroy [[Covenant]] [[Bladder ship|munition carrier]]s above [[Etalan]]. At the same battle, the [[Fleet of Inexorable Obedience]] would deploy more ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshees in defense of their logistics fleet.{{Ref/Novel|Id=HSSC20|HSS|Chapter=20}}
The Type-27 Banshee was first observed by the UNSC at some point prior to [[2526#March|March 5, 2526]], when the [[SPARTAN-II]]s captured a handful of fighters from the [[Covenant frigate|frigate]] ''[[Radiant Arrow]]''.<ref name="HSSC3">'''Halo: Silent Storm''', ''Chapter 3''</ref> These same fighters would later be used to allow [[Blue Team]] to destroy a [[Bladder ship|munition carrier]] above [[Etalan]]. At the same battle, the [[Fleet of Inexorable Obedience]] would deploy these Banshees in defense of their fleet.<ref name="HSSC20">'''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]''', ''Chapter 20''</ref>
 
Numerous ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshees assisted the Covenant in attacking the [[Epsilon Eridani Fleet|UNSC Epsilon Eridani Fleet]] and orbital stations over [[Reach]] during the [[Fall of Reach|invasion]], particularly during [[Operation: UPPER CUT]]. During this engagement, numerous squadrons of ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshees were used in conjunction with many of the Covenant's more powerful {{Pattern|Morsam|Seraph}}s to attack the UNSC [[refit station]] ''[[Anchor 9]]'' and later to defend the [[Ceudar-pattern heavy corvette|corvette]] ''[[Ardent Prayer]]'' from UNSC boarders.{{Ref/Reuse|solace}}


During the [[Battle over Installation 04|opening stages]] of the [[Battle of Installation 04|Battle of]] [[Installation 04]], as the {{UNSCShip|Pillar of Autumn}} was boarded by [[Covenant military|Covenant forces]] of the [[Fleet of Particular Justice]], ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshees, as well as ''Morsam''-pattern Seraphs were deployed to attack the UNSC cruiser. The [[ODSTs]] of [[Fireteam Raven]] managed to activate the vessel's [[M910 Rampart point defense network]], inflicting heavy casualties on the attacking ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshees and Seraphs.{{Ref/Level|HFR|Escape (Halo: Fireteam Raven level)|Escape}}
Numerous Type-27 XMFs assisted the Covenant in attacking the [[Epsilon Eridani Fleet|UNSC Epsilon Eridani Fleet]] and orbital stations over [[Reach]] during the [[Fall of Reach|invasion]], particularly during [[Operation: UPPER CUT]]. During this engagement, numerous squadrons of Type-27 XMFs were used in conjunction with many of the Covenant's more powerful [[Type-31 Seraph]] to attack the UNSC [[refit station]] ''[[Anchor 9]]'' and later to defend the [[SDV-class heavy corvette|corvette]] ''[[Ardent Prayer]]'' from UNSC boarders.<ref name="solace"/>


By [[2558]] numerous ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshees were fielded by [[Vata 'Gajat's mercenary group]] during the [[Battle of Ealen IV]].{{Ref/Reuse|HE2}}
By [[2558]] numerous Type-27 Banshees were fielded by [[Vata 'Gajat's mercenary group]] during the [[Battle of Ealen IV]].<ref name="HE2"/>


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes}}
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HR Banshee Concept 1.jpg|Initial concept sketches for the ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee.
File:T27xmf_ref.jpg|A turnaround reference of the Space Banshee.
File:HR SpaceBanshee HiPoly Render 1.jpg|The high-poly source asset for the vehicle.
File:Space Banshee Patterns.png|Type-27 Banshee patterns in ''Halo Reach''.
File:HR SpaceBanshee HiPoly Render 2.jpg|An aft look at the source model.
File:HReach-T27BansheeXMF.png|An in-game profile view of the Space Banshee Fighter.
File:T27xmf_ref.jpg|A turnaround reference of the ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee.
File:SpaceBansheeSide.jpg|A Space Banshee above [[Reach]].
File:Space Banshee Patterns.png|''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee patterns in ''Halo Reach''.
File:SpaceBansheeFront.jpg|A view of a Space Banshee from the front.
File:HReach-T27BansheeXMF.png|An in-game profile view of the ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee.
File:2 banshee types Esc 2.png|A [[Type-26 Banshee|Type-26C Banshee]] and Type-27 Banshee Fighter piloted by [[Thomas Lasky|Captain Thomas Lasky]] and [[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartan]] [[Naiya Ray]] during the [[Battle of Ealen IV]].
File:SpaceBansheeSide.jpg|An ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee above [[Reach]].
File:H2A-pavel-belov-cairo-external.jpg|T-27 Banshees in ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]'' concept art.
File:SpaceBansheeFront.jpg|A view of an ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee from the front.
File:2 banshee types Esc 2.png|A [[Type-26 Banshee|Type-26C Banshee]] and ''Elsedda''-pattern Banshee piloted by [[Thomas Lasky|Captain Thomas Lasky]] and [[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartan]] [[Naiya Ray]] during the [[Battle of Ealen IV]].
File:H2A-pavel-belov-cairo-external.jpg|''Elsedda''-pattern Banshees in ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]'' concept art.
</gallery>
</gallery>
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of Type-27 Exoatmospheric Multirole Fighter}}
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==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==
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*''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]''
*''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]''
*''[[Halo: Oblivion]]''
*''[[Halo: Oblivion]]''
*''[[Halo: Outcasts]]''
*''[[Halo: Anvil Accord]]''


==Sources==
==Sources==
{{Ref/Sources}}
<references/>


{{Banshees}}
{{Covenant Atmospheric/Exoatmospheric Vehicles}}


[[Category:Space fighter classes]]
[[Category:Space fighter classes]]
[[Category:Covenant ship classes]]
[[Category:Covenant ship classes]]
[[Category:Banshee variants]]

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