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{{Title|''Winter''-class prowler}} | {{Title|''Winter''-class prowler}} | ||
{{Status|Canon}} | {{Status|Canon}} | ||
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|name = ''Winter''-class | |||
|name=''Winter''-class | |image = [[File:H5G-CFAcrisius.jpg|300px]] | ||
|image=[[File:H5G-CFAcrisius.jpg|300px]] | |caption = | ||
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|class identification = [[Hull classification symbol]]: '''IX'''{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | |||
|class operator = [[UNSC Navy]]{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | |||
|class manufacturer = [[Watershed Division]]{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}}{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | |||
|class architect = <!--The naval architect(s) for the class--> | |||
|class built = <!--How many ships of this class were constructed--> | |||
| | |class in service = [[2549]]-present{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | ||
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|type = [[Prowler]]{{Ref/Site|Id=universe|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/vehicles/oni-acrisius|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=ONI Acrisius|D=30|M=06|Y=2021}} | |||
|length = {{Convert|270.3|ft|m|disp=flip|sp=us}}{{Ref/Book|Id=warfleet46|HWF|Page=46-47}}{{Ref/Book|Id=EN|Enc22|Page=214-215}} | |||
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|mass = {{Convert|907|MT}}{{Ref/Game|Id=H5GLtd|Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition|[[Halo 5: Guardians Limited Edition dossiers#Linda-058|Dossier files]] - Spartan Locke's Classified Orders}}{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}}{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | |||
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|maneuver drive = 3 baffled [[fusion drive]]s{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | |||
|slipspace drive = [[Shaw-Fujikawa Translight Engine]]{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | |||
|crew = 5 {{C|[[Commanding officer|Commander]], [[pilot]], technician, tactical director and surveillance controller}}{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | |||
|complement = 20 passengers{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | |||
|troops = <!--Describes on-boarded Marine, Army etc ground troop forces--> | |||
|hull = <!--Describes hull plate material--> | |||
|shielding = <!--Describes shielding--> | |||
|sensors = [[Hyperscanner]] detector {{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | |||
|ew = [[Active camouflage]]{{Ref/Level|Id=blue|H5G|Blue Team (level)|Blue Team}} | |||
|armaments = | |||
*2x [[Machine-linked autocannon|M8545 ASW/AC 40mm MLA]]{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}}{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | |||
*3x [[M1011 Moray space mine|CBU-R68 Moray system]]{{Ref/Reuse|universe}}{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}}{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | |||
*3x [[M995 Backstop point defense laser]]s{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}}{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}}{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | |||
|aircraft = <!--Describes embarked aircraft and dropships--> | |||
|air facilities = <!--Describes hangars and whatnot--> | |||
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The '''''Winter''-class prowler''',{{Ref/Book|Id=VIS|H4EVG|Page=190}} also known as the '''''Winter''-class stealth corvette''', is a [[prowler]] in service with the [[UNSC Navy]], primarily designed for speed and stealth with the purpose of deep-space reconnaissance.{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} ''Winter''-class prowlers commonly monitor former member species of the [[Covenant]] and [[human]] [[insurrectionist]]s, precautionary measures taken by the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] to ensure humanity's safety.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} Ships of the class are typically designated with the [[hull classification symbol]] '''PRO''', though those that receive the prototypical upgrades have the '''IX''' hull code, denoting an "Unclassified Miscellaneous Unit".{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | |||
==Overview== | |||
===Design details=== | |||
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[[File:Halo 5 - IX-455.jpg|thumb|250px|left|''Acrisius'' escapes the doomed Argent Moon.]] | [[File:Halo 5 - IX-455.jpg|thumb|250px|left|''Acrisius'' escapes the doomed Argent Moon.]] | ||
Somewhat similar in functionality and design to the {{Class|Black Cat|subprowler}}s used by the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] in the early 26th century, prowlers of the ''Winter'' class are constructed with a smaller and more compact frame than other prowler classes. With an aerodynamic frame, swooped back wings, and narrow cockpit, ''Winter''-class prowlers bear resemblance to a number of [[UNSC]] [[space fighter]]s rather than a [[warship]]. However, its design is intended to improve speed and versatility during atmospheric operations.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | Somewhat similar in functionality and design to the {{Class|Black Cat|subprowler}}s used by the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] in the early 26th century, prowlers of the ''Winter'' class are constructed with a smaller and more compact frame than other prowler classes. With an aerodynamic frame, swooped back wings, and narrow cockpit, ''Winter''-class prowlers bear resemblance to a number of [[UNSC]] [[space fighter]]s rather than a [[warship]]. However, its design is intended to improve speed and versatility during atmospheric operations.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | ||
===Propulsion=== | ===Propulsion=== | ||
The ''Winter''-class is equipped with an experimental set of three [[fusion drive]]s, which are only distantly related to their mainline UNSC counterparts. These utilize new | The ''Winter''-class is equipped with an experimental set of three [[fusion drive]]s, which are only distantly related to their mainline UNSC counterparts. These utilize new technologies and control software, and are so advanced only ONI technicians are qualified to maintain them.{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | ||
Some examples of the class, such as the [[ONI Acrisius|ONI ''Acrisius'']], are fitted with a prototypical [[slipspace drive]]. This allows these select few craft to travel to distant parts of the [[Milky Way]] at a relatively high speed, monitoring the ex-Covenant races and human [[Insurrectionist]]s for signs of trouble.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | Some examples of the class, such as the [[ONI Acrisius|ONI ''Acrisius'']], are fitted with a prototypical [[slipspace drive]]. This allows these select few craft to travel to distant parts of the [[Milky Way]] at a relatively high speed, monitoring the ex-Covenant races and human [[Insurrectionist]]s for signs of trouble.{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} | ||
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===Armament=== | ===Armament=== | ||
Like every other model of prowler, the ''Winter''-class is only equipped with a modest arsenal of weapons. The most powerful of its armaments is its aft-mounted [[M1011 Moray space mine|CBU-R68 Moray mine rack]], which deploys potent explosives with small chemical propellants that allow them to maintain specific coordinates in space. This allows the ''Winter''-class to act as a minelayer, covertly creating minefields to inflict casualties on unsuspecting Covenant fleets. Two [[Machine-linked autocannon|M8545 40mm coilguns]] and three [[M995 Backstop point defense laser|M995 Backstop lasers]] are fitted for purely defensive purposes.{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | Like every other model of prowler, the ''Winter''-class is only equipped with a modest arsenal of weapons. The most powerful of its armaments is its aft-mounted [[M1011 Moray space mine|CBU-R68 Moray mine rack]], which deploys [[Space mine|potent explosives]] with small chemical propellants that allow them to maintain specific coordinates in space. This allows the ''Winter''-class to act as a minelayer, covertly creating minefields to inflict casualties on unsuspecting Covenant fleets. Two [[Machine-linked autocannon|M8545 40mm coilguns]] and three [[M995 Backstop point defense laser|M995 Backstop lasers]] are fitted for purely defensive purposes.{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | ||
===Sensors and countermeasures=== | ===Sensors and countermeasures=== | ||
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Should it somehow be detected, the ''Winter''-class has one last defense in the form of three pop-up turrets, one directly behind the cockpit and two on the wings. Each of these contain two anti-missile [[Pulse laser turret|pulse laser]]s and an electronic warfare countermeasures dispenser. This dispenser can release a variety of consumables from heat sinks to deception jammers to mislead enemy sensors and break target locks.{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | Should it somehow be detected, the ''Winter''-class has one last defense in the form of three pop-up turrets, one directly behind the cockpit and two on the wings. Each of these contain two anti-missile [[Pulse laser turret|pulse laser]]s and an electronic warfare countermeasures dispenser. This dispenser can release a variety of consumables from heat sinks to deception jammers to mislead enemy sensors and break target locks.{{Ref/Reuse|warfleet46}} | ||
==Ships of the line== | ==Ships of the line== | ||
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*{{UNSCShip|Perilous Contest}} – The operating base of [[Gray Team]].{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | *{{UNSCShip|Perilous Contest}} – The operating base of [[Gray Team]].{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | ||
*{{UNSCShip|Winter}} – The [[Wikipedia:lead ship|lead ship]] of the class.<ref>[[Stephen Loftus]] on the [[Talk:Autumn-class heavy cruiser|''Autumn'' class' talk page]]</ref> | *{{UNSCShip|Winter}} – The [[Wikipedia:lead ship|lead ship]] of the class.<ref>[[Stephen Loftus]] on the [[Talk:Autumn-class heavy cruiser|''Autumn'' class' talk page]]</ref> | ||
==Operational history== | |||
In the years following the [[Human-Covenant War]], the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] reviewed a number of pre–[[2525]] [[prowler]] class designs which focused on espionage and reconnaissance over combat functionality. As a result, the ''Winter''-class prowlers arose from this study, coming into service with Naval Intelligence in [[2549]].<ref name="EN"/> On [[2558#January|January 21, 2558]], ''Winter''-class prowler {{UNSCShip|From the Ashes}} deployed [[SPARTAN-G059]] to [[New Llanelli]] to [[Assassination of Avu Med 'Telcam|assassinate]] [[Avu Med 'Telcam]], leader of the [[Servants of the Abiding Truth]]. Afterwards, the prowler extracted the Spartan and left to participate in another [[operation]].{{Ref/Comic|Id=tfs|TFS|Story=Knight Takes Bishop}} The [[Spartan-II]]s of [[Gray Team]] now operate out of the ''Winter''-class prowler {{UNSCShip|Perilous Contest}}.{{Ref/Reuse|EN}} | |||
Another Prowler, the {{UNSCShip|Fast Gus}} was dispatched by [[Intrepid Eye]] to take [[Papa-10]] and [[Lieutenant]] [[Bartalan Craddog]] to [[Meridian]] to retrieve the organs of the Tuwa family during [[Operation: RETRIBUTION]]. However, the mission failed and both Papa-10 and Craddog were killed.{{Ref/Novel|HRet}} | |||
One ''Winter''-class prowler—the [[ONI Acrisius|ONI ''Acrisius'']]—was stationed aboard research vessel ''[[Argent Moon]]'' as an evacuation vessel for its ONI personnel. However, the crew of ''Argent Moon'' were all killed in [[asteroidea merozoite|a]] [[bioweapon]] accident in [[2557]].{{Ref/Reuse|universe}} When [[Spartan-II]] [[Blue Team]] traveled to ''Argent Moon'' to prevent ONI intelligence from falling into the hands of [[Jul 'Mdama]]'s [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant|Covenant]], the Spartans used ''Acrisius'' to evacuate ''Argent Moon'' after they overloaded its reactors as their Pelican had been destroyed.{{Ref/Reuse|blue}} The ship was eventually abandoned by the Spartans on the [[Outer Colony]] of [[Meridian]], when they traveled to the world to search for [[Cortana]] and instead left on a [[Guardian]].{{Ref/Level|Id=unconfirmed|H5G|Unconfirmed}} Unbeknownst to Blue Team, the ancilla [[Intrepid Eye]] had also managed to barely escape ''Argent Moon'' by attaching herself to the ship.{{Ref/Novel|Id=HDW5|DW|Chapter=5}} | |||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:H5G WinterProwler Concept.jpg|Concept art of the prowler. | |||
File:Patrick-sutton-prowler-01.jpg|Render of the Winter-class prowler in ''Halo 5: Guardians''. | File:Patrick-sutton-prowler-01.jpg|Render of the Winter-class prowler in ''Halo 5: Guardians''. | ||
File:Patrick-sutton-prowler-03.jpg|Render of the Winter-class prowler in ''Halo 5: Guardians''. | File:Patrick-sutton-prowler-03.jpg|Render of the Winter-class prowler in ''Halo 5: Guardians''. | ||
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File:Patrick-sutton-prowler-06.jpg|Render of the Winter-class prowler in ''Halo 5: Guardians''. | File:Patrick-sutton-prowler-06.jpg|Render of the Winter-class prowler in ''Halo 5: Guardians''. | ||
File:H5G-Prowler escape concept.jpg|Concept art of Blue Team's escape in the ''Acrisius''. | File:H5G-Prowler escape concept.jpg|Concept art of Blue Team's escape in the ''Acrisius''. | ||
File:Watershed-billboard.jpg|A [[Watershed Division]] poster featuring the ''Winter''. | |||
File:H5G-Docked Prowler.png|''Acrisius'' inside the ''Argent Moon''{{'}}s hangar bay. | File:H5G-Docked Prowler.png|''Acrisius'' inside the ''Argent Moon''{{'}}s hangar bay. | ||
File:Halo 5 - Prowler overhead.jpg|A view of the top of the prowler. | File:Halo 5 - Prowler overhead.jpg|A view of the top of the prowler. | ||
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**''[[Knight Takes Bishop]]'' | **''[[Knight Takes Bishop]]'' | ||
*''[[Halo: Retribution]]'' | *''[[Halo: Retribution]]'' | ||
*''[[Halo: Divine Wind]]'' {{Mo}} | |||
==Sources== | ==Sources== |