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The ''Anlace''-class' design is considered somewhat novel for the [[UNSC Navy]], with a lifting body hull and maneuvering systems well adapted for atmospheric operations.{{Ref/Reuse|CFCalm}} The ''Anlace''-class frigate is the smallest [[frigate]] currently in service with the UNSC Navy, with a length of 372 meters (1,220 feet) - only just barely outclassing the larger classifications of [[UNSC corvette]]s such as the {{Class|Lancer|fast-attack corvette}} at 341 metres.{{Ref/Reuse|osfm}}  
The ''Anlace''-class' design is considered somewhat novel for the [[UNSC Navy]], with a lifting body hull and maneuvering systems well adapted for atmospheric operations.{{Ref/Reuse|CFCalm}} The ''Anlace''-class frigate is the smallest [[frigate]] currently in service with the UNSC Navy, with a length of 372 meters (1,220 feet) - only just barely outclassing the larger classifications of [[UNSC corvette]]s such as the {{Class|Lancer|fast-attack corvette}} at 341 metres.{{Ref/Reuse|osfm}}  


Outside of physical combat, the ''Anlace'' is specialised for support roles in the fleet and can be fitted with numerous modular mission packs. These include refits intended for reconnaissance or disruption.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} When equipped with an electronic warfare (EW) suite, ''Anlace'' frigates can mask a UNSC presence or inhibit communication between enemy ships.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} When employed in pairs, two ''Anlace''-class frigates are capable of projecting a jamming blanket around an entire planet, preventing communications within this zone. The frigates are also equipped with high-definition sensors, which are able to accurately detect any object larger than a [[Warthog]] within ten light-minutes of their location.{{Ref/Novel|Id=SOR13|HSoR|Chapter=13}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
Outside of physical combat, the ''Anlace'' is specialised for support roles in the fleet and can be fitted with numerous modular mission packs. These include refits intended for reconnaissance or disruption.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} When equipped with an [[electronic warfare]] (EW) suite, ''Anlace'' frigates can mask a UNSC presence or inhibit communication between enemy ships.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} When employed in pairs, two ''Anlace''-class frigates are capable of projecting a jamming blanket around an entire planet, preventing communications within this zone. The frigates are also equipped with high-definition sensors, which are able to accurately detect any object larger than a [[Warthog]] within ten light-minutes of their location.{{Ref/Novel|Id=SOR13|HSoR|Chapter=13}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}


===Armament===
===Armament===
Offensively, the ''Anlace''-class differs significantly from other contemporary UNSC frigate classes such as the {{Class|Strident|heavy frigate}} or Paris. Unlike prior models, the Anlace eschews projectile or [[missile]]-based armaments and instead relies entirely on [[directed energy weapon]]s for sustained combat operations between resupply.{{Ref/Reuse|CFCalm}} The frigate's primary weapon is a turreted [[Helios high-energy laser|Helios capital-scale high-energy laser]], with four additional [[Magna-320 pulse laser|Magna-320 capital-scale pulse lasers]] as a secondary outfit. The vessel is equipped with eight [[AN/SEQ-11 point-defense laser array]]s for attacking smaller general targets. {{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
Offensively, the ''Anlace''-class differs significantly from other contemporary frigate classes such as the {{Class|Strident|heavy frigate}}. Unlike such models, the Anlace lacks projectile or [[missile]]-based armaments and instead relies on [[directed energy weapon]]s for sustained combat operations between resupply.{{Ref/Reuse|CFCalm}} The frigate's primary weapon is a turreted [[Helios high-energy laser|Helios capital-scale high-energy laser]], with four additional [[Magna-320 pulse laser|Magna-320 capital-scale pulse lasers]] as a secondary outfit. The vessel is equipped with eight [[AN/SEQ-11 point-defense laser array]]s.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
It's likely the Anlace was designed this way which explains it's small size, since spinal mount, coils and mechanical loading equipment for a MAC take up significant portion ships internal volume, the Anlace thou small is equally capable despite it's small size. Since "Energy" is it's ammunition, it requires no munitions thus is unburdened by logistical concerns of running out of "Ammunition" as well as the volume constraints of holding that material.


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File:Halo 5 Unidentified Frigate.png|The frigate as shown in the [[main menu]] of ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''.
File:Halo 5 Unidentified Frigate.png|The frigate as shown in the [[main menu]] of ''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''.
File:HWF - Infinity.jpg|An ''Anlance'' deploying from the hangar bay of {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}, as depicted in ''Halo: Warfleet''.
File:HWF - Infinity.jpg|An ''Anlance'' deploying from the hangar bay of {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}, as depicted in ''Halo: Warfleet''.
File:H5G Infinity AnlaceHangar Concept.jpg|Artwork used in ''[[Halo: Venezian Sonata]]'' depicting ''Anlace''-class frigates in the interior hangars of UNSC ''Infinity''.
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*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Venezian Sonata]]''


==Sources==
==Sources==

Latest revision as of 05:02, September 24, 2024

Anlace-class
Concept art of the Halo 5 Anlace frigate, used in the Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition) to officially represent the ship. Cropped from this concept sheet.
Class attributes

Operators:

UNSC Navy[1][2]

Manufacturer:

Aerofabrique SA[2]

In service:

2555-present[2]

General characteristics

Type:

Frigate[1][2]

Length:

372 meters (1,220 ft)[3][2]

Mass:

0.9 million tonnes[2]

Power plant:

Fusion reactor

Maneuver drive:

Fusion drive

Slipspace drive:

Shaw-Fujikawa Translight Engine

Hull:

Titanium-A armor

Electronic warfare:

Optional electronic warfare suite modules[2]

Armaments:

 

The Anlace-class light frigate is a class of frigate in service with the UNSC Navy.[2][1][4][5]

Overview[edit]

Design details[edit]

A screenshot of UNSC Infinity and its battlegroup in the Halo 5 main menu.
Anlace-class frigates escorting the Infinity over Kamchatka.[5]

The Anlace-class' design is considered somewhat novel for the UNSC Navy, with a lifting body hull and maneuvering systems well adapted for atmospheric operations.[5] The Anlace-class frigate is the smallest frigate currently in service with the UNSC Navy, with a length of 372 meters (1,220 feet) - only just barely outclassing the larger classifications of UNSC corvettes such as the Lancer-class fast-attack corvette at 341 metres.[3]

Outside of physical combat, the Anlace is specialised for support roles in the fleet and can be fitted with numerous modular mission packs. These include refits intended for reconnaissance or disruption.[2] When equipped with an electronic warfare (EW) suite, Anlace frigates can mask a UNSC presence or inhibit communication between enemy ships.[2] When employed in pairs, two Anlace-class frigates are capable of projecting a jamming blanket around an entire planet, preventing communications within this zone. The frigates are also equipped with high-definition sensors, which are able to accurately detect any object larger than a Warthog within ten light-minutes of their location.[4][2]

Armament[edit]

Offensively, the Anlace-class differs significantly from other contemporary frigate classes such as the Strident-class heavy frigate. Unlike such models, the Anlace lacks projectile or missile-based armaments and instead relies on directed energy weapons for sustained combat operations between resupply.[5] The frigate's primary weapon is a turreted Helios capital-scale high-energy laser, with four additional Magna-320 capital-scale pulse lasers as a secondary outfit. The vessel is equipped with eight AN/SEQ-11 point-defense laser arrays.[2]

Ships of the line[edit]

Operational history[edit]

In the aftermath of the Human-Covenant War, hundreds of Anlace and Strident-class heavy frigates began assembly in the shipyards above the planets Mars and Tribute to replace combat losses and engage remnants of the Covenant still occupying the Outer Colonies.[1]

UNSC Infinity was capable of carrying a small fleet of ten frigates of either the Anlance or Strident class in its sub-vessel bays.[7] Some Anlace frigates were deployed by the UNSC Infinity during the Battle of Kamchatka in October 2558.[5] A year after the Created take over of Earth at least two Anlace frigates were deployed by the UNSC Infinity during Operation: WOLFE, wherein they served as electronic warfare ships projecting a jamming field around Reach.[4]

Gallery[edit]

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  • Some concept art of the Anlace-class frigate.

    Some concept art of the Anlace-class frigate.

  • Concept design of the frigate from The Art of Halo 5: Guardians.

    Concept design of the frigate from The Art of Halo 5: Guardians.

  • An untextured high-poly model of the frigate.

    An untextured high-poly model of the frigate.

  • The Anlace-class frigate.

    The Anlace-class frigate.

  • The frigate as shown in the main menu of Halo 5: Guardians.

    The frigate as shown in the main menu of Halo 5: Guardians.

  • An Anlance deploying from the hangar bay of UNSC Infinity, as depicted in Halo: Warfleet.

    An Anlance deploying from the hangar bay of UNSC Infinity, as depicted in Halo: Warfleet.

  • Artwork used in Halo: Venezian Sonata depicting Anlace-class frigates in the interior hangars of UNSC Infinity.

    Artwork used in Halo: Venezian Sonata depicting Anlace-class frigates in the interior hangars of UNSC Infinity.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d Halo: Warfleet, page 38
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 121
  3. ^ a b Halo: Official Spartan Field Manual, page 14
  4. ^ a b c Halo: Shadows of Reach, chapter 13
  5. ^ a b c d e Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Calm in the Storm (Retrieved on Mar 9, 2021) [archive]
  6. ^ Stephen Loftus on the Autumn class' talk page
  7. ^ Halo: Warfleet, page 42-43

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Human ship classifications
Stealth craft
Heavy frigates Paris-class • Strident-class
Light frigates Anlace-class • Charon-class • Mulsanne-class • Stalwart-class
Heavy destroyers Able-class • Hillsborough-class
Light destroyers Diligence-class • Halberd-class • Unidentified
Heavy cruisers Autumn-class • Marathon-class • Valiant-class
Light cruisers Halcyon-class
Unclassified
By human faction: UEG (UNSC • CAA) • Insurrectionist
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