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[[File:TFoR AS - Longsword Squadron Delta.jpg|thumb|350px|A squadron of Longswords during [[space warfare]].]]
{{References}}
The '''GA-TL1 Interceptor/Strike Fighter''', or '''Longsword''', is the mainstay multi-mission platform in service with the [[UNSC Air Force]] and [[UNSC Navy]].<ref name="EVG">'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 112''</ref><ref name="Bulletin">[https://blogs.halowaypoint.com/en-us/blogs/headlines/posts/the-halo-bulletin-9-24-14 '''Halo Waypoint''' - The Halo Bulletin: 9.24.14]</ref> Longswords are capable of atmospheric and exoatmospheric (A/X) operation and can be fitted for myriad roles simultaneously. Among those roles, Longswords most often operate as fleet defense fighters, orbital defense and deep space interceptors, or as strike fighters, among other, more specialized tasks.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}
{{Ship Class Infobox
|name=GA-TL1 Interceptor/Strike Fighter
|image=[[File:Longsword-class Interceptor.png|350px]]
|manufacturer=[[Misriah Armory]]<ref name="EVG">'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 112''</ref>
|class=Interceptor/strike fighter
|role=*Atmospheric/exoatmospheric fighter
*Strike fighter
*Interceptor
*Bomber
|length = {{Convert|64.1|m|ft|sigfig=3|sp=us}}<ref name="EVG"/><ref name="enc">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''' ''(2009)'', ''page 251''</ref>
*'''C712 variant''': {{Convert|33.5|m|ft|sigfig=3|sp=us}}<ref name="warfleet">'''[[Halo: Warfleet]]''', ''page 16-17''</ref>
|width = {{Convert|75|m|ft|sigfig=3|sp=us}}<ref name="EVG"/><ref name="enc"/>
|height = {{Convert|12.9|m|ft|sigfig=3|sp=us}}
|engine=Twin fusion reactors<ref name="enc"/>
|slipspace drive=
|hull=[[Titanium-A]] battleplate<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 40''</ref>
|armament=;''Varies''
*[[M9109 ASW/AC 50mm MLA]] (2) {{C|standard}}<ref name="EVG"/>
*[[110mm rotary cannon]]s (C709 variant)<ref name="EVG"/><ref name="FS28">'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 28''</ref>
*[[120mm ventral gun]]s<ref name="FS28"/>
*[[ASGM-10 missile]]s (4)<ref name="EVG"/>
*{{Class|Shiva|nuclear missile}} (1) {{C|optional}}
*[[Moray space mine]] system (36) {{C|optional}}<ref name="EVG"/>
'''''C712 variant'''''
*8 [[Machine-linked autocannon#M9109 ASW.2FAC 50mm|M9109 ASW/AC 50mm coilguns]]<ref name="warfleet"/>
*4 [[ASGM-10 missile]]s<ref name="warfleet"/>
|complement-title= Other systems
|complement=Cryo chambers {{C|optional}}<ref name="FS37">'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 37''</ref>
|misc-title=Crew
|misc=Pilot, co-pilot, navigator, systems operator<ref name="EVG"/>
*Artificial intelligence {{C|optional}}
|era = [[Insurrection]]<br>
[[Human-Covenant War]]<br>
[[Post-Covenant War conflicts]]
|affiliation =*[[UNSC Armed Forces]]
*[[Keepers of the One Freedom]]
}}


==Overview==
The '''GA-TL1 Interceptor/Strike Fighter''', commonly known as the '''Longsword''', is the main [[starfighter]] in service with the [[United Nations Space Command]] [[UNSC Navy|Navy]] and [[UNSC Air Force|Air Force]].<ref name="Bulletin">[https://blogs.halowaypoint.com/en-us/blogs/headlines/posts/the-halo-bulletin-9-24-14 '''Halo Waypoint''' - The Halo Bulletin: 9.24.14'']</ref> It is capable of filling a variety roles, exclusively or simultaneously.<ref name="EVG"/>
 
==Specifications==
===Design details===
===Design details===
[[File:HWF longsword.jpg|thumb|left|250px|The various ordnance carried by a C712 Longsword.{{Ref/Book|Id=warfleet|[[Halo: Warfleet]]|Section=Armaments|Page=16-17}}]]
The GA-TL1 Longsword is designed primarily as a fighter, though it can also be used for interception, suppression, bombing, or direct attack.<ref name="EVG"/> There are a number of variants of the craft, with some variants measuring 64 meters (210 feet) long and 75 meters (246 feet) wide.<ref name="EVG"/><ref name="enc"/> All Longswords feature a crew of four: a pilot, a copilot, a navigator, and a systems operator;<ref name="EVG"/> the crew may be assisted by an onboard [[artificial intelligence]].
The GA-TL1 Longsword is designed primarily as a fighter, though it can also be used for interception, suppression, bombing, or direct attack.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} There are a number of variants of the craft, with some variants measuring 64 meters (210 feet) long and 75 meters (246 feet) wide.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}<ref name="enc">'''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)]]''' ''(2009)'', ''page 251''</ref><br> Their crew sizes can vary between two and four individuals; the crew may be assisted by an onboard [[artificial intelligence]].


While there are several noticeable external and presumably internal differences among variants, all Longswords share a common overall architecture. Most Longswords feature a wide, manta ray-like design with a rear-facing boom apparatus protruding from the center of the fuselage. The exhaust ports for the Longsword's twin fusion engines are also visible at the rear of the fuselage.{{Ref/Reuse|enc}} The newer [[C718 Longsword]] differs in a few key areas. It shares the same general arrow-shaped fuselage, but with more stubby wings. The C718 also does away with the tail-like boom and incorporates four more engines than the [[C709 Longsword|C709]] and [[C712 Longsword|C712]] variants.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P160}}
While there are several noticeable external and presumably internal differences among variants, all Longswords share a common overall architecture. The craft features a wide, manta ray-like design with a rear-facing boom apparatus protruding from the center of the fuselage, similar to that of the [[B-65 Shortsword]] bomber. The exhaust ports for the Longsword's twin fusion engines<ref name="enc"/> are also visible at the rear of the fuselage. The C709 variant features a large, diamond-shaped air intake underneath each wing,<ref name="CE">'''Halo: Combat Evolved'''</ref><ref name="H2">'''Halo 2'''</ref> though these are much smaller on the C712, instead fitting flush with the fuselage.<ref name="H3">'''Halo 3'''</ref><ref name="Reach">'''Halo: Reach'''</ref><ref name="Origins"/> Furthermore, the C709 possesses a non-polarized canopy,<ref name="CE"/><ref name="H2"/> though other variants feature a much larger, black-polarized canopy.<ref name="H3"/><ref name="Reach"/>


The Longsword can be remotely piloted, as was performed during the [[Battle of Chi Ceti]] in [[2525]].{{Ref/Reuse|remote}} The [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Aviator]] helmet is recommended for use by [[Spartan Operations|Spartans]] acting as Longsword crew members.{{Ref/Book|[[Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide]]|Page=147}}
Inside the Longsword is a small corridor leading to the rear, along with stairs and a higher corridor that lead to the cockpit.<ref name="Maw">'''Halo: Combat Evolved''', campaign level ''[[The Maw]]''</ref> Several equipment lockers are installed in the corridors, along with two secondary crew stations. The cockpit contains the pilot's and copilot's stations, which include control interfaces and information readouts, and may incorporate an AI [[holotank]].<ref name="FS37"/>


The Longsword can be remotely piloted, as was performed during the [[Battle of Chi Ceti]] in [[2525]].<ref name="remote"/> The [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Aviator]] helmet is recommended for use by [[Spartan Operations|Spartans]] acting as Longsword crew members.<ref>'''[[Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 147''</ref>
[[File:HWF_longsword.jpg|thumb|left|250px|The various ordnance carried by the Longsword.]]
===Armament===
===Armament===
The standard armament of the GA-TL1 Longsword is the [[M9109 ASW/AC MLA|M9109 50mm cannon]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}<ref>'''Halo: Reach''' manual</ref> Some variants are armed with [[110mm rotary cannon]]s<ref name="FS28">'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 28''</ref> or a turreted [[120mm ventral gun]] that can be retracted into the hull,<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 58''</ref> though the latter is likely a secondary weapon. The Longsword can also accommodate any of several supplementary weapon systems, including four [[ASGM-10 missile]]s{{Ref/Novel|Id=SOR13|HSOR|Chapter=13}} or [[ASGM-15 missile]]s,{{Ref/Novel|Id=SOR19|HSOR|Chapter=19}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P160}} a variety of bombs including laser-guided [[M888 Octadart bomb]]s,{{Ref/Reuse|SOR19}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22P160|Enc22|Page=160}} [[M1011 Moray space mine]]s, or even a single {{Class|Shiva|nuclear missile}};{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P160}} when remotely piloted, the Longsword itself can be used as a delivery system for the ''Shiva'' warhead.<ref name="remote">'''Halo: The Fall of Reach''', ''pages 322-324''</ref> As well as Shiva nuclear missiles, Longswords are capable of deploying [[HAVOK tactical nuclear weapon]]s.{{Ref/Reuse|Escalation12}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P160}} Longswords are also capable of dropping and deploying certain variants of [[ordnance pod]]s to resupply troops on the ground.{{Ref/Game|[[Halo: Reach]]|[[Firefight]]}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P160}}
The standard armament of the GA-TL1 is the [[M9109 ASW/AC MLA|M9109 50mm cannon]].<ref name="EVG"/><ref>'''Halo: Reach''' manual</ref> Some variants are armed with [[110mm rotary cannon]]s<ref name="FS28"/> or a turreted [[120mm ventral gun]] that can be retracted into the hull,<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 58''</ref> though the latter is likely a secondary weapon. The Longsword can also accommodate any of several supplementary weapon systems, including four [[ASGM-10 missile]]s, a variety of bombs, [[Moray space mine]]s, or even a single {{Class|Shiva|nuclear missile}}; when remotely piloted, the Longsword itself can be used as a delivery system for the ''Shiva'' warhead.<ref name="remote">'''Halo: The Fall of Reach''', ''pages 322-324''</ref>


==Variants==
==Development and service history==
There are multiple variants of the GA-TL1 Longsword that are designed to perform specific functions, such as the C708, the C709, and the C712.<ref name="HCEALibrary">'''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''', [[Library (feature)|Library]]</ref> However, these variations are not static; Longswords can be modified on a craft-by-craft basis to fit the needs of a given mission.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}
[[File:H3 E3 Longsword 3.jpg|thumb|250px|Three Longswords assaulting the [[Forerunner Dreadnought]] in the [[Battle of Voi]].]]
The Longsword, manufactured by [[Misriah Armory]], was designed during the 25th century by [[Gov Aukland]] and [[Thomas Levesque]], whose names inspired the GA-TL1 designation.<ref name="EVG"/> Longswords saw service during the [[Insurrection]].<ref name="Origins">'''Halo Legends''', ''Origins''</ref> Later, Longswords were deployed on the front lines of nearly every major engagement of the [[Human-Covenant War]] under both the [[UNSC Navy]] and the [[UNSC Air Force|Air Force]].<ref name="EVG"/> [[Longsword Squadron Delta]], assigned to the frigate {{UNSCShip|Commonwealth}}, engaged [[Covenant]] forces during the [[Battle of Chi Ceti]], the first space battle of the war. The Longswords were destroyed when the ''Commonwealth'' was forced to sacrifice them to get a shot on the ''[[Unrelenting]]'' with a [[Shiva-class nuclear missile]]. The Longswords that survived the firefight were destroyed when the nuclear weapon detonated.<ref>'''Halo: The Fall of Reach''' ''(2001)'', ''pages 112-113''</ref>


*'''[[C708 Longsword]]''' - A variant of the Longsword.{{Ref/Reuse|HCEALibrary}}
During the [[Fall of Reach]], two Longswords were launched against a Covenant {{Class|SDV|heavy corvette}} to [[First Battle of Sword Base|protect]] [[Sword Base]]. The Longswords pushed the corvette away from the base far enough for a Super MAC round fired from orbit to take it out.<ref>'''Halo: Reach''', campaign level ''[[ONI: Sword Base]]''</ref> Longswords also participated in the [[Battle at Szurdok Ridge]] after [[SPARTAN-B312]] took out two Covenant [[Type-38 Tyrant|anti-aircraft emplacements]], clearing the way for air support. The Longswords were able to destroy three [[Type-47B Scarab|Scarabs]], opening the path for the UNSC's ground assault force.<ref>'''Halo: Reach''', campaign level ''[[Tip of the Spear]]''</ref> Later, the {{Class|Halcyon|light cruiser}} {{UNSCShip|Pillar of Autumn}} launched a remotely piloted Longsword equipped with a ''Shiva''-class nuclear missile during a battle with an [[unidentified Covenant warship]]. After the ship's shields were taken down, the "smart" AI [[Cortana]] crash-landed the Longsword on the ship. The nuke's detonation destroyed the Covenant vessel.<ref>'''Halo: The Fall of Reach'''</ref>
*'''[[C709 Longsword]]''' - Designed to apply force in exoatmospheric engagements. It is armed with a 110mm rotary cannon.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} Despite its focus on exoatmospheric combat, the C709 features large air intakes and a non-polarized canopy.<ref name="CE">'''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'''</ref><ref name="H2">'''[[Halo 2]]'''</ref>
*'''[[C712 Longsword]]''' - Designated [[Hull classification symbol|SS-110]] by the [[UNSC Air Force]],<ref>'''Halo: Warfleet''' ''page 17''</ref> specialized in short-range atmospheric/exoatmospheric (A/X) strike runs. It can carry an assortment of missile and mine delivery systems. The C712 features a large, polarized canopy and integrated air intakes.{{Ref/Reuse|Origins}}<ref name="H3">'''[[Halo 3]]'''</ref><ref name="Reach">'''[[Halo: Reach]]'''</ref>
*'''[[C718 Longsword]]''' - Introduced following the [[The Reclamation|rise]] of the [[Created]] in late 2558. It carries a particularly lethal arsenal and also incorporates advanced stealth technologies.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P160}}{{Ref/Site|Id=CFMasterClass|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/master-class|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Master Class|D=12|M=7|Y=2021}}
<gallery class=center>
File:Enc22 SoTP C709Longsword.png|A [[C709 Longsword]].
File:H2A_-_Longsword_model.jpg|A [[C712 Longsword]].
File:Enc22 C718LongswordFront.png|A [[C718 Longsword]].
</gallery>


==Ships of the line==
During the [[Battle of Installation 04]], a number of Longswords escorted the ''Pillar of Autumn''. They destroyed the Covenant's initial recon picket which Cortana described as being "nothing serious," however Cortana detected multiple ''CCS''-class battlegroups approaching.<ref>'''Halo: Combat Evolved''', campaign level ''[[The Pillar of Autumn (Halo: Combat Evolved level)|The Pillar of Autumn]]''</ref> Later, [[SPARTAN-II program|Spartan]] [[John-117]] and Cortana used a Longsword to escape from [[Installation 04|Alpha Halo]] before it was destroyed.<ref>'''Halo: Combat Evolved''', campaign level ''[[The Maw]]''</ref> They later linked up with a Pelican dropship and [[Skirmish over Threshold|launched an attack]] on a nearby Covenant [[flagship]], ''[[Ascendant Justice]]'', using the Longsword to board it and destroying its [[Type-31 Seraph]] fighters with the Longsword's [[Moray space mine]]s.<ref>'''[[Halo: First Strike]]'''</ref>
*''[[Knife 26]]'' – Stationed aboard the {{UNSCShip|Pillar of Autumn}}, presumably destroyed during the [[Fall of Reach]].
;C712 Longswords
*[[Longsword 91-002]] – Crash-landed on a [[Halo Array|Halo installation]].


==Service history==
During the [[Battle of Voi]], several Longswords aided a trio of frigates in attacking the [[Prophet of Truth]]'s [[Anodyne Spirit|ship]], once John-117 cleared the way by destroying an [[Type-27 Mantis|anti-aircraft battery]]. However, the attack proved unsuccessful and [[Truth's fleet]] was able to evacuate through the [[Portal at Voi]] which they opened moments after the failed attack.<ref>'''Halo 3''', campaign level ''[[The Storm]]''</ref>
===Origin and early service===
[[File:H3 E3 Longsword 3.jpg|thumb|250px|Three Longswords assaulting the [[Forerunner Dreadnought]] in the [[Battle of Voi]].{{Ref/Reuse|storm}}]]
The Longsword, manufactured by [[Misriah Armory]], was designed during the 25th century by [[Gov Aukland]] and [[Thomas Levesque]], whose names inspired the GA-TL1 designation.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} Longswords saw service during the [[Insurrection]].<ref name="Origins">'''Halo Legends''', ''Origins''</ref>  


===Human-Covenant War===
On [[2557#July|July 26, 2557]], Spartan [[Blue Team]] used a Longsword to reach Halo [[Installation 03]].<ref>'''Halo: Escalation''', ''Issue 8''</ref> On [[2558#March|March 11, 2558]], several Longswords defended {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} when she was attacked by [[New Colonial Alliance|insurgent]] aerospace craft after the freighter ''[[Pilgrims' Pride]]'' was pulled into ''Infinity's'' primary docking bay.<ref name="HE4">'''Halo: Escalation''' - ''Issue #4''</ref>
Later, Longswords were deployed on the front lines of nearly every major engagement of the [[Human-Covenant War]] under the [[UNSC Navy]].{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} [[Longsword Squadron Delta]], assigned to the frigate {{UNSCShip|Commonwealth}}, engaged [[Covenant]] forces during the [[Battle of Chi Ceti]]. The Longswords were destroyed when the ''Commonwealth'' was forced to sacrifice them to get a shot on the ''[[Unrelenting]]'' with a ''Shiva''-class nuclear missile. The Longswords that survived the firefight were destroyed when the nuclear weapon detonated.<ref>'''Halo: The Fall of Reach''' ''(2001)'', ''pages 112-113''</ref>


The C712 Longsword variant saw heavy use during the [[Fall of Reach]].{{Ref/Game|HR|[[campaign]]}} Later in the battle, the {{Class|Halcyon|light cruiser}} {{UNSCShip|Pillar of Autumn}} launched a remotely piloted Longsword equipped with a ''Shiva''-class nuclear missile during a battle with an {{Pattern|Kewu|battleship}}. After the ship's shields were taken down, the "smart" AI [[Cortana]] crash-landed the Longsword on the ship. The nuke's detonation destroyed the Covenant vessel.{{Ref/Novel|Halo: The Fall of Reach}}
During a [[mission to Ven III]] on May 8, 2558, ''Infinity'' deployed three Longswords to escort two [[D77H-TCI Pelican]]s to rescue Spartans [[Naiya Ray]] and [[Gabriel Thorne]] from the [[pirate]]s inhabiting the [[Ven III|planet]]. One of the fighters deployed [[Havok]] nuclear missiles, destroying the pirate base.<ref>'''Halo: Escalation''', ''[[Halo: Escalation Issue 12|Issue #12]]''</ref> At least one Longsword was deployed during the [[Battle of Oban]] on July 16, where it destroyed two Covenant [[Phantom]] dropships.<ref>'''Halo: Escalation''', ''[[Halo: Escalation Issue 13|Issue #13]]''</ref> A few days later, three Longswords from ''Infinity'' escorted two [[D79-TC Pelican]]s to the surface of [[Aktis IV]] during a [[Battle of Aktis IV|battle on the planet]].<ref>'''Halo: Escalation''', ''[[Halo: Escalation Issue 14|Issue #14]]''</ref>


Famously, the C709 Longsword was used by [[John-117]] to escape the destruction of the UNSC ''Pillar of Autumn'' and [[Installation 04]] during the [[Battle of Installation 04]].{{Ref/Game|HCE|campaign}}
==Variants==
There are multiple variants of the GA-TL1 Longsword that are designed to perform specific functions, such as the C708, the C709, and the C712.<ref>'''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''', [[Library (feature)|Library]]</ref> However, these variations are not static; Longswords can be modified on a craft-by-craft basis to fit the needs of a given mission.<ref name="EVG"/>


During the [[Battle of Voi]], numerous C712 Longswords aided a number of frigates in attacking the [[Prophet of Truth]]'s [[Anodyne Spirit|ship]], once John-117 cleared the way by destroying an [[Skar'wa-pattern Mantis|anti-aircraft battery]]. However, the attack proved unsuccessful and [[Truth's fleet]] was able to evacuate through the [[Portal at Voi]] which they opened moments after the failed attack.{{Ref/Level|Id=storm|Halo 3|[[The Storm]]}} Longswords subsequently took part in the [[Battle of Installation 00]] after the [[Fleet of Retribution]] and the [[Seventh Fleet]] followed Truth through the portal to prevent the firing of the [[Halo Array]]. At least one was shot down during the battle and crashed on the Ark which was witnessed by the ground team led by John-117.{{Ref/Level|[[Halo 3]]|[[The Ark (level)|The Ark]]}}
===C709===
The C709 variant is designed to apply force in exoatmospheric engagements. It is armed with a 110mm rotary cannon.<ref name="EVG"/> Despite its focus on exoatmospheric combat, the C709 features large air intakes and a non-polarized canopy.<ref name="CE"/><ref name="H2"/>
<gallery>
File:HCE-LongswordFighter.png|The C709 Longsword.
File:LongswordCockpitCEA.jpg|The cockpit of a C709 Longsword.
</gallery>


===Post-war===
===C712===
On [[2557#July|July 26, 2557]], Spartan [[Blue Team]] used a Longsword to reach Halo [[Installation 03]].<ref>'''Halo: Escalation''', ''Issue 8''</ref> On [[2558#March|March 11, 2558]], several Longswords defended {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} when she was attacked by [[New Colonial Alliance|insurgent]] aerospace craft after the freighter ''[[Pilgrims' Pride]]'' was pulled into ''Infinity's'' primary docking bay.<ref name="HE4">'''Halo: Escalation''' - ''Issue #4''</ref>
The C712 variant (designated [[Hull classification symbol|SS-110]] by the [[UNSC Air Force]]),<ref>'''Halo: Warfleet''' ''page 17''</ref> specializes in short-range atmospheric/exoatmospheric (A/X) strike runs. It can carry an assortment of missile and mine delivery systems. The C712 features a large, polarized canopy and integrated air intakes.<ref name="H3"/><ref name="Reach"/><ref name="Origins"/>
<gallery>
File:H2A_-_Longsword_model.jpg|The C712 Longsword.
</gallery>


During [[Operation: WHISTLE STOP]] on May 8, 2558, ''Infinity'' deployed three Longswords to escort two [[D77H-TCI Pelican]]s to rescue Spartans [[Naiya Ray]] and [[Gabriel Thorne]] from the [[pirate]]s inhabiting the [[Ven III|planet]]. One of the fighters deployed [[HAVOK tactical nuclear weapon]]s, destroying the pirate base.<ref name="Escalation12">'''[[Halo: Escalation]]''', ''[[Halo: Escalation Issue 12|Issue #12]]''</ref> At least one Longsword was deployed during the [[Battle of Oban]] on July 16, where it destroyed two Covenant [[Phantom]] dropships.<ref>'''Halo: Escalation''', ''[[Halo: Escalation Issue 13|Issue #13]]''</ref> A few days later, three Longswords from ''Infinity'' escorted two [[D79-TC Pelican]]s to the surface of [[Aktis IV]] during a [[Battle of Aktis IV|battle on the planet]].<ref>'''Halo: Escalation''', ''[[Halo: Escalation Issue 14|Issue #14]]''</ref>
==Known Longswords==
*[[Knife 26]]
*[[Longsword 91-002]]


The C718 Longsword entered service within the UNSC in response to [[The Reclamation|the events]] of late 2558, incorporating decades of research and captured alien technology. A first within the GA-TL1 Longsword family, the C718 also includes cutting-edge stealth technology.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22P160}}
==''Halo: Fleet Battles''==
 
===UNSC Longsword Bomber Flights===
In [[2559#October|October 2559]], several of the ''Infinity''{{'}}s Longswords took part in [[Operation: WOLFE]], fighting against [[Escharum]]'s [[intrusion corvette]] and the forces that it unleashed.{{Ref/Novel|SoR}}
 
==Gameplay==
===''Halo: Fleet Battles''===
====UNSC Longsword Bomber Flights====
*Flight slots: 1
*Flight slots: 1
*Movement: 16"
*Movement: 16"
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**Range: Contact
**Range: Contact
**Dice: 2
**Dice: 2
==Non-canon and dubious canon appearances==
[[File:HTV-Unbound-Longswords.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Soren-066 heads to steal a Longsword.]]
===Silver Timeline===
{{Main|Silver Timeline}}
In [[2530]], [[Soren-066/Silver|Soren-066]] would steal a Longsword in an effort to flee the [[SPARTAN-II program/Silver|SPARTAN-II program]].{{Ref/Film|Id=Unbound|TV|Episode=Unbound}}
{{clear}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Like the [[FSS-1000 Sabre]], the [[S-14 Baselard]], the [[F-41 Broadsword]], and the [[B-65 Shortsword]], the Longsword is named after a [[Wikipedia:Longsword|bladed weapon]].
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of Longswords}}
*The C709's cabin is nearly as long as that of an [[Wikipedia:Airbus A320|Airbus A320]], a commercial airliner.<ref>[http://carnage.bungie.org/haloforum/halo.forum.pl?read=1069623 '''halo.bungie.org''': ''Updated Halo vehicle scales + vs real life" - Bry'']</ref>
*Like the [[YSS-1000 Sabre]], the [[S-10 Baselard], the [[F-41 Broadsword]], and the [[B-65 Shortsword]], the Longsword is named after a [[Wikipedia:Longsword|bladed weapon]].
*The SS-110's featured in ''Halo: Reach'' are only half as large as their original ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' appearance, likely because they are meant to be seen only from a great distance and for a short period of time. The craft seen on the multiplayer map "[[Tempest]]" is, like the crashed Pelican on the map "[[Highlands]]", too small to accommodate a single Spartan.<ref>[http://carnage.bungie.org/haloforum/halo.forum.pl?read=1069666 '''halo.bungie.org''': ''Re: Updated Halo vehicles scale vs. real life" - Stephen Loftus'']</ref>
*The Longsword's cabin is nearly as wide as that of an [[Wikipedia:Airbus A230|Airbus A320]], a commercial airliner.<ref>[http://carnage.bungie.org/haloforum/halo.forum.pl?read=1069623 '''halo.bungie.org''': ''Updated Halo vehicle scales + vs real life" - Bry'']</ref>
*The Longswords in ''Halo: Reach'' are only half as large as their original ''Halo: Combat Evolved'' appearance, likely because they are meant to be seen only from a great distance and for a short period of time. The craft seen on the multiplayer map "[[Tempest]]" is, like the crashed Pelican on the map "[[Highlands]]", too small to accommodate a single Spartan.<ref>[http://carnage.bungie.org/haloforum/halo.forum.pl?read=1069666 '''halo.bungie.org''': ''Re: Updated Halo vehicles scale vs. real life" - Stephen Loftus'']</ref>
*The Longsword superficially resembles the [[Wikipedia:Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit|Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit]] bomber.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of Longswords}}
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:HCE Longsword Concept.jpg|Concept art of the Longsword for ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:HCE-Longsword-Views.png|View of the Longsword in ''Halo: Combat Evolved''.
File:Launch Bay 7.png| A Longsword in [[Launch Bay 7]], later used by [[John 117]] and [[Cortana]] to escape [[Installation 04]].
File:HCEA-LongswordFighter.png|In-game appearance of the Longsword in ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''.
File:Longsword.jpg|A formation of C709 Longswords near Installation 04.
File:Longsword Fighter.jpg|A formation of C709 Longswords near Installation 04's atmosphere.
File:H2-LongswordFighter-Views.png|Dorsal and ventral view renders of the Longsword from ''Halo 2''.
File:H2-LongswordFighter-Views.png|Dorsal and ventral view renders of the Longsword from ''Halo 2''.
File:LongswordBattle2.jpg|Longswords chasing a [[Type-31 Seraph]] during the [[Battle of Earth]].
File:H2A - Longswords bomb carrier.jpg|A pair of Longswords bomb an assault carrier ahead of the Master Chief's attack during the Battle of Earth.
File:H3-GATL1LongswordFighterSide.png|A side preview of the GATL1 Longsword Fighter in ''[[Halo 3]]''.
File:H3-GATL1LongswordFighterSide.png|A side preview of the GATL1 Longsword Fighter in ''[[Halo 3]]''.
File:H3-GATL1LongswordFighter.png|An angled preview of the GATL1 Longsword Fighter-Interceptor in ''Halo 3''.
File:H3-GATL1LongswordFighter.png|An angled preview of the GATL1 Longsword Fighter-Interceptor in ''Halo 3''.
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File:Longsword down.jpg|A frontal view of the C712 Longsword.
File:Longsword down.jpg|A frontal view of the C712 Longsword.
File:Voilongsword.jpg|An angled view of the Longsword (notice the 7-89 tag on it).
File:Voilongsword.jpg|An angled view of the Longsword (notice the 7-89 tag on it).
File:H3 E3 Shootdown.jpg|A Longsword being shot by a Covenant {{Pattern|Skar'wa|Mantis}}.
File:H3 E3 Shootdown.jpg|A Longsword being shot by a Covenant [[Type-27 Mantis]].
File:HaloLegends-Origins-Longswords.png|A squadron of Longswords bombing a city in ''[[Halo Legends]]: [[Origins]]''.
File:HaloLegends-Origins-Longswords.png|A squadron of Longswords bombing a city in ''[[Halo Legends]]: [[Origins]]''.
File:Longsword Escalation 4.png|A group of Longswords defending the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}} in ''[[Halo: Escalation]] #4''.
File:Reach 5016743 Full.jpg|C712 Longswords at the [[Battle at Szurdok Ridge]] in ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.
File:reach 650311 Medium.jpg|Three Longswords performing an air strike.
File:HaloReach - InvasionLongswords.jpg|A section of Longswords flying in formation.
File:TempestLongsword.jpg|A crashed Air Force Longsword on an unidentified Halo installation.
File:Longsword Escalation 4.png|A group of Longswords defending the ''UNSC Infinity'' in ''[[Halo: Escalation]] #4''.
File:Escalation - GammaHalo Longsword.png|A Longsword being used by Blue Team in ''Halo: Escalation #8''.
File:Escalation - GammaHalo Longsword.png|A Longsword being used by Blue Team in ''Halo: Escalation #8''.
File:H2A - Longswords bomb carrier.jpg|A pair of Longswords bomb [[Day of Jubilation|an assault carrier]] ahead of the Master Chief's attack during the Battle for Earth in ''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]''.
File:HTFORAS_Longsword_Turnaround.jpg|Turnaround of the Longsword fighter in ''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach - The Animated Series]]''.
File:Waypoint Chief MemorialDay2018.png|Longswords in the 2018 Memorial Day art.
File:HINF - Emblem icon - Longsword Streak.png|The Longsword Streak emblem in ''[[Halo Infinite]]''.
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