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Blurring the lines between frigate and [[destroyer]], the lean and lethal ''Strident'' class is considered an invaluable asset to the Navy.{{Ref/Reuse|Warfleet}} Up to ten of these frigates can be stored in the internal [[Hangar bay|hangars]] and docking clamps of {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}.<ref>''Halo Warfleet'', p. 43</ref> After an initial assault, they are deployed ''en masse'' to deliver a final, crushing blow and mopping up any stragglers in the process.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} | Blurring the lines between frigate and [[destroyer]], the lean and lethal ''Strident'' class is considered an invaluable asset to the Navy.{{Ref/Reuse|Warfleet}} Up to ten of these frigates can be stored in the internal [[Hangar bay|hangars]] and docking clamps of {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}.<ref>''Halo Warfleet'', p. 43</ref> After an initial assault, they are deployed ''en masse'' to deliver a final, crushing blow and mopping up any stragglers in the process.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}} | ||
== | ==Design details== | ||
===Superstructure and hull=== | ===Superstructure and hull=== | ||
The ''Strident''-class heavy frigate is an incredibly fast and agile [[warship]] capable of precise naval combat.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} 575 meters in length, the ship is fairly narrow on the port-starboard axis. Relatively fragile, the ''Strident'' class is armored with easily replaceable [[Titanium-A armor]] panels, with additional plating around the ship's delicate engines.{{Ref/Reuse|Warfleet}} Like other [[UNSC frigate|frigate]]s, the ''Strident'' possesses port and starboard "wings" and has a laterally split hull. A blister with several viewports is on the dorsal surface near the bow.<ref name="Midnight">''[[Halo 4]]'', campaign level, "[[Midnight]]"</ref> Rather than relying solely on the ship's hull for protection,{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} the ''Strident'' class can be outfitted with [[energy shielding]]. Production delays mean most frigates are not equipped with energy shielding, though [[Energy barrier|small generators]] capable of sealing the [[Hangar bay|hangar]] and [[airlock]]s are standard. Channels for waveguides and bay sockets for emitters are installed, making final integration of shields a straightforward process once modules are available.{{Ref/Reuse|Warfleet}} | The ''Strident''-class heavy frigate is an incredibly fast and agile [[warship]] capable of precise naval combat.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} 575 meters in length, the ship is fairly narrow on the port-starboard axis. Relatively fragile, the ''Strident'' class is armored with easily replaceable [[Titanium-A armor]] panels, with additional plating around the ship's delicate engines.{{Ref/Reuse|Warfleet}} Like other [[UNSC frigate|frigate]]s, the ''Strident'' possesses port and starboard "wings" and has a laterally split hull. A blister with several viewports is on the dorsal surface near the bow.<ref name="Midnight">''[[Halo 4]]'', campaign level, "[[Midnight]]"</ref> Rather than relying solely on the ship's hull for protection,{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} the ''Strident'' class can be outfitted with [[energy shielding]]. Production delays mean most frigates are not equipped with energy shielding, though [[Energy barrier|small generators]] capable of sealing the [[Hangar bay|hangar]] and [[airlock]]s are standard. Channels for waveguides and bay sockets for emitters are installed, making final integration of shields a straightforward process once modules are available.{{Ref/Reuse|Warfleet}} | ||
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==Operational history== | ==Operational history== | ||
[[File:Halo Initiation unidentified frigate.PNG|thumb|left|250px|A ''Strident''-class in one of its few deployments during the war.]] | [[File:Halo Initiation unidentified frigate.PNG|thumb|left|250px|A ''Strident''-class in one of its few deployments during the war.]] | ||
The ''Strident''-class heavy frigate was designed late in the [[Human-Covenant War]], implementing hard-earned lessons from previous [[frigate]] designs. The ''Strident'' class was the testbed for streamlined manufacturing techniques intended to accelerate production.{{Ref/Reuse|Warfleet}} During the war, one of these frigates was used to deploy [[Orbital Drop Shock Troopers]] during a battle for an unknown world in [[2552#October|October 2552]].{{Ref/Reuse|Initiation}} Following the war's conclusion, hundreds of ''Strident''- and {{Class|Anlace|light frigate}}s were commissioned and assembled in shipyards above [[Mars]] and [[Tribute]] to replace the combat losses and engage [[Covenant remnants]] occupying the [[Outer Colonies]].{{Ref/Reuse|Warfleet}} While prominent in the years following the Covenant War,{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} the ''Strident'' class is not a direct replacement for other frigate classes.{{Ref/Reuse|clarity}} | ===Human-Covenant War=== | ||
The ''Strident''-class heavy frigate was designed late in the [[Human-Covenant War]], implementing hard-earned lessons from previous [[frigate]] designs. The ''Strident'' class was the testbed for streamlined manufacturing techniques intended to accelerate production.{{Ref/Reuse|Warfleet}} During the war, at least two such frigates participated in the [[Defense of Concord]] in December, 2551; the battle resulted in a rare naval victory for the UNSC, forcing the Covenant to abandon their assault.{{Ref/Reuse|Contention}} Additionally, one of these frigates was used to deploy [[Orbital Drop Shock Troopers]] during a battle for an unknown world in [[2552#October|October 2552]].{{Ref/Reuse|Initiation}} | |||
===Post-war=== | |||
Following the war's conclusion, hundreds of ''Strident''- and {{Class|Anlace|light frigate}}s were commissioned and assembled in shipyards above [[Mars]] and [[Tribute]] to replace the combat losses and engage [[Covenant remnants]] occupying the [[Outer Colonies]].{{Ref/Reuse|Warfleet}} While prominent in the years following the Covenant War,{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} the ''Strident'' class is not a direct replacement for other frigate classes.{{Ref/Reuse|clarity}} | |||
In [[2554]], several ''Strident''-class heavy frigates participated in the [[Battle of Draetheus V]]. One of which was listing in atmosphere, destroyed.<ref>''[[Halo: Spartan Assault]]''</ref> | In [[2554]], several ''Strident''-class heavy frigates participated in the [[Battle of Draetheus V]]. One of which was listing in atmosphere, destroyed.<ref>''[[Halo: Spartan Assault]]''</ref> | ||
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*{{UNSCShip|Strident}} - The [[Wikipedia:lead ship|lead ship]] of the class. | *{{UNSCShip|Strident}} - The [[Wikipedia:lead ship|lead ship]] of the class. | ||
*''[[Infinity Sub-Vessel 3]]'' - One of the internally docked frigates with the ''Infinity''. | *''[[Infinity Sub-Vessel 3]]'' - One of the internally docked frigates with the ''Infinity''. | ||
*''[[FFG-427]]'' - Participated in the [[Defense of Concord]].{{Ref/Book|Id=Contention|Halo: Winter Contention}} | |||
*''[[FFG-502]]'' - Participated in the Defense of Concord.{{Ref/Reuse|Contention}} | |||
==Production notes== | ==Production notes== | ||
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File:H4 - MidnightStrident.jpg|Side view of the ''Strident''-class as depicted in ''Midnight''. | File:H4 - MidnightStrident.jpg|Side view of the ''Strident''-class as depicted in ''Midnight''. | ||
File:H4-StridentHeavyFrigate-LowQuality.png|Cut-out of the in-game model from ''Midnight''. | File:H4-StridentHeavyFrigate-LowQuality.png|Cut-out of the in-game model from ''Midnight''. | ||
File:HSA-Cinematic-Plummet.jpg|A ''Strident''-class frigate being shot down over [[Draetheus V]]. | |||
File:HE Stridents.jpg|''Strident''-class frigates alongside the ''Infinity'' over Earth. Note the two separate production models. | File:HE Stridents.jpg|''Strident''-class frigates alongside the ''Infinity'' over Earth. Note the two separate production models. | ||
File:HE16 Infinity Fleet.jpg|''Infinity''{{'}}s flotilla of ''Strident''-class escorts engage Jul 'Mdama's fleet in the [[Battle of Aktis IV]]. | File:HE16 Infinity Fleet.jpg|''Infinity''{{'}}s flotilla of ''Strident''-class escorts engage Jul 'Mdama's fleet in the [[Battle of Aktis IV]]. | ||
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File:H4 - MidnightShips2.jpg|A {{Class|Vindication|light battleship}}, three ''Strident''s, and a {{Class|Poseidon|light carrier}}. | File:H4 - MidnightShips2.jpg|A {{Class|Vindication|light battleship}}, three ''Strident''s, and a {{Class|Poseidon|light carrier}}. | ||
File:H5G-Infinity&Guardian.jpg|''Strident''-class frigates, and the UNSC ''Infinity'' as the subjugation of Earth begins. | File:H5G-Infinity&Guardian.jpg|''Strident''-class frigates, and the UNSC ''Infinity'' as the subjugation of Earth begins. | ||
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===Renders=== | |||
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File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 1.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 2.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 3.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 4.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 5.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 6.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 7.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 8.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 9.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 10.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 11.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 12.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 13.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 14.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 15.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 16.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 17.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 18.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 19.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 20.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 21.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 22.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 23.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 24.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 25.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 26.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
File:H4 SpOps StridentFrigate Render 27.jpg|A render of the ''Strident'' model used in the ''Halo 4'' cutscenes. | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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*''[[Halo Mythos]]'' {{Mo}} | *''[[Halo Mythos]]'' {{Mo}} | ||
*''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]'' | *''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]'' | ||
*''[[Halo: Winter Contention]]'' {{Mo}} | |||
==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||