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An '''Orbital Defense Platform''', or '''ODP''', is a class of large [[UNSC]] space stations used to defend locations of great importance, typically planets of high strategic value. | An '''Orbital Defense Platform''', or '''ODP''', is a class of large [[UNSC]] space stations used to defend locations of great importance, typically planets of high strategic value. | ||
Stations are frequently placed in [[ | Stations are frequently placed in [[Geosynchronous]] and deployed in groups, or clusters, of 2 to 5. The well-equipped and large bridge of an ODP is suitable for directing large-scale engagements. Such was the case when [[Lord Hood|Fleet Admiral Sir Terrence Hood]] directed UNSC forces from an ODP during the [[First Battle of Earth|First]] and [[Second Battle of Earth]]. The most effective method to destroy these great Platforms is via Covenant Boarding Craft. These craft would avoid the heavy slugs, and then plant a bomb. In order to avoid this, the UNSC would attempt to repel the boarders. <ref>[[Halo 2]], Cairo Station Level</ref> | ||
== Facilities == | == Facilities == | ||