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[[File:HaloReach - UNSCFrigate.png|thumb|250px|A ''Paris''-class UNSC frigate.]]
A '''frigate''' is a type of [[warship]] in both the [[United Nations Space Command]] and [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]] [[fleet]]s. Frigates appear to be larger than [[corvette]]s, more versatile than [[destroyer]]s and smaller than [[cruiser]]s.
A '''frigate''' is a type of [[warship]] in both the [[United Nations Space Command]] and [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]] [[fleet]]s. Like their seaborne counterparts, frigates are defined as medium-tonnage vessels, larger than [[corvette]]s, more versatile than [[destroyer]]s and smaller than [[cruiser]]s.


==Role==
==Summary==
In the UNSC Navy, frigates form the backbone of any fleet or [[battle group]], while cruisers appear to fill a similar role within the Covenant. As their most ubiquitous warship, the UNSC uses frigates in a broad range of roles, ranging from heavy air support to fighter escort and fleet engagements. Some UNSC frigates are equipped with a sizable cargo bay for larger [[D77-TC Pelican|dropships]] and armor complements. The UNSC has also employed [[UNSC light frigate|light frigates]] equipped with stealth systems in a specialized reconnaissance role.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Cole Protocol]]''', ''page 35''</ref> Covenant frigates are not as commonly seen as their UNSC counterparts, but one of their roles appears to be escorting larger ships such as [[destroyer]]s or [[carrier]]s.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]''', ''page 145''</ref>
In the [[UNSC Navy]], frigates form the backbone of any fleet or [[battle group]], while cruisers appear to fill a similar role within the Covenant. As their most ubiquitous warship, the UNSC uses frigates in a broad range of roles, ranging from heavy air support to fighter escort and fleet engagements. Some UNSC frigates are equipped with a sizable cargo bay for larger [[D77-TC Pelican|dropships]] and armor complements. The UNSC has also employed [[UNSC light frigate|light frigates]] equipped with stealth systems in a specialized reconnaissance role.{{Ref/Novel|[[Halo: The Cole Protocol]]|Page=35}} Covenant frigates are not as commonly seen as their UNSC counterparts, but one of their roles appears to be escorting larger ships such as [[destroyer]]s or [[carrier]]s.{{Ref/Novel|[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]|Page=145}}


==Known frigate classes==
==Types==
===Human===
====UNSC====
{{Main|UNSC frigate}}
*'''{{Class|Charon|light frigate}}''' - A lightly armed and armored variant; able to carry a large complement.{{Ref/Reuse|waypfrig}}
<gallery>
File:UNSC Aegis Fate.png|{{UNSCShip|Aegis Fate}}, a ''Charon''-class frigate
</gallery>
*'''{{Class|Stalwart|light frigate}}''' - A variant that balances troop transportation and designed with planetary defense in mind.{{Ref/Reuse|waypfrig}}
<gallery>
File:H2A - In Amber Clad render 3.jpg|{{UNSCShip|In Amber Clad}}, a ''Stalwart''-class frigate
</gallery>
*'''{{Class|Paris|heavy frigate}}''' - A frigate type with more armor and weapons.{{Ref/Site|Id=waypfrig|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/vehicles/unsc-frigate|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=UNSC Frigate}}
<gallery>
File:HaloReach - UNSCFrigate.png|A ''Paris''-class frigate
</gallery>
*'''{{Class|Strident|heavy frigate}}''' - A post-war, [[Energy shielding|shielded]] frigate.{{Ref/Reuse|waypfrig}}
<gallery>
File:H4-StridentHeavyFrigate-ScanRender.png|A ''Strident''-class frigate
</gallery>
*'''{{Class|Anlace|light frigate}}''' - Designed as a lifting body, with [[Directed-energy weapon|directed energy weapons]].{{Ref/Site|Id=cits|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/calm-in-the-storm|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Calm in the Storm}}
<gallery>
File:H5G Anlace Concept Cutout.png|An ''Anlace''-class frigate
</gallery>
*'''{{Class|Mulsanne|light frigate}}''' - A frigate armed with a [[Brightlance reflex laser]] in addition to conventional weapons.
<gallery>
File:HINF UNSCPanamaFront Render Crop.png|A ''Mulsanne''-class light frigate
</gallery>
===Covenant===
===Covenant===
*[[Covenant frigate]] - A small ship with little armament or [[energy shielding]].
{{Main|Covenant frigate}}
**{{Class|CAR|frigate}} - Another class of Covenant frigate.
*'''{{Pattern|Ester|armored frigate}}''' - A type of Covenant frigate.<ref>''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)]]'', p. 274</ref>
<gallery>
File:Enc22 SoTP CAR.png
</gallery>


===UNSC===
===Forerunner===
*[[UNSC frigate]] - A small ship that supports larger ships and ferries equipment and soldiers.
*'''[[Second-order fast frigate]]''' - A light [[capital ship]].<ref>''[[Halo: Silentium]]'', String 5</ref>
**{{Class|Charon|light frigate}} - A lightly armed variant designed for troop deployment.
**{{Class|Stalwart|light frigate}} - A variant competent with troop deployment and combat.
**{{Class|Paris|heavy frigate}} - A heavier variant of the standard UNSC frigate.
**{{Class|Strident|heavy frigate}} - A heavily armed frigate equipped with energy shielding.


===Forerunner===
==Gameplay==
*[[Fast frigate]] - A lightly armed, but fast, warship.
{{Main|Frigate (gameplay)}}
A number of frigates appear in several ''Halo'' games. Frigates are also units available to use in the table top game ''[[Halo: Fleet Battles]]''.


==Sources==
==Sources==
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{{Ref/Sources}}


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[[Category:Frigates]]
[[Category:Frigate classes]]
[[Category:Ship classifications]]
[[Category:Ship classifications]]

Latest revision as of 13:00, April 19, 2023

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A frigate is a type of warship in both the United Nations Space Command and Covenant fleets. Frigates appear to be larger than corvettes, more versatile than destroyers and smaller than cruisers.

Summary[edit]

In the UNSC Navy, frigates form the backbone of any fleet or battle group, while cruisers appear to fill a similar role within the Covenant. As their most ubiquitous warship, the UNSC uses frigates in a broad range of roles, ranging from heavy air support to fighter escort and fleet engagements. Some UNSC frigates are equipped with a sizable cargo bay for larger dropships and armor complements. The UNSC has also employed light frigates equipped with stealth systems in a specialized reconnaissance role.[1] Covenant frigates are not as commonly seen as their UNSC counterparts, but one of their roles appears to be escorting larger ships such as destroyers or carriers.[2]

Types[edit]

Human[edit]

UNSC[edit]

Main article: UNSC frigate
  • A Paris-class frigate

    A Paris-class frigate

  • A Strident-class frigate

    A Strident-class frigate

  • An Anlace-class frigate

    An Anlace-class frigate

  • A Mulsanne-class light frigate

    A Mulsanne-class light frigate

Covenant[edit]

Main article: Covenant frigate
  • Enc22 SoTP CAR.png

Forerunner[edit]

Gameplay[edit]

Main article: Frigate (gameplay)

A number of frigates appear in several Halo games. Frigates are also units available to use in the table top game Halo: Fleet Battles.

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ Halo: The Cole Protocol, page 35
  2. ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, page 145
  3. ^ a b c d Halo Waypoint, UNSC Frigate (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
  4. ^ Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Calm in the Storm (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
  5. ^ Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition), p. 274
  6. ^ Halo: Silentium, String 5

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