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====Starships==== | ====Starships==== | ||
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The UNSC's naval assets were quite extensive during the battle. The {{Class|Paris|heavy frigate}}, | The UNSC's naval assets were quite extensive during the battle. The {{Class|Paris|heavy frigate}},{{Ref/Reuse|tipofthespear}}{{Ref/Reuse|lnos}} the {{Class|Charon|light frigate}},<ref>''Halo: Reach'', [[Halo: Reach radio conversations#Courtyard|Courtyard radio conversation]]</ref> the {{Class|Stalwart|light frigate}},<ref name="hforcovenant">''[[Halo: Fall of Reach - Covenant]]''</ref> the {{Class|Punic|supercarrier}},<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/canon-fodder-bulkhead-banter ''Halo Waypoint:'' Canon Fodder - Bulkhead Banter]</ref> the {{Class|Marathon|heavy cruiser}},<ref>''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]'', p. 251 (2010 edition); p. 261 (2011 edition)</ref><ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/characters/michael-stanforth ''Halo Waypoint'': Michael Stanforth]</ref> and the {{Class|Halberd|destroyer}}{{Ref/Reuse|hforcovenant}} were used during the battle. An [[Unidentified UNSC ship|unidentified UNSC ship class]] was also somehow used, but destroyed over Reach.<ref>''[[Halo Mythos: A Guide to the Story of Halo]]'', p. 92-93 (Escape from Reach)</ref> | ||
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====Space stations==== | ====Space stations==== | ||
Reach was protected by 20 [[Orbital defense platform]]s.<ref>[http://halo.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=intel&cid=27032 ''Bungie.net'' - CAA Factbook 1]</ref> The {{Class|Moncton|orbital weapon platform}} were among them | Reach was protected by 20 [[Orbital defense platform]]s.<ref>[http://halo.bungie.net/projects/reach/article.aspx?ucc=intel&cid=27032 ''Bungie.net'' - CAA Factbook 1]</ref> The {{Class|Moncton|orbital weapon platform}} were among them{{Ref/Reuse|hforcovenant}} as well as one [[Unidentified human orbital weapon platform|unidentified class of ODP]].<ref name="CF70">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-looking-glassed ''Halo Waypoint'': Canon Fodder 4/8/2016: Issue 70 Looking Glassed]</ref> | ||
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===Vehicles=== | ===Vehicles=== | ||
Over the course of the battle, the UNSC utilized a variety of its vehicle arsenal. Numerous [[M12 Warthog]] variants were deployed to engage the Covenant. These include the [[M12 Chaingun Warthog]],<ref name="tipofthespear">''[[Halo: Reach]]'', campaign level, [[Tip of the Spear]]</ref> [[M12G1 Gauss Warthog]],<ref name="swordbase">''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[ONI: Sword Base]]</ref> the [[M12R Rocket Warthog]], | Over the course of the battle, the UNSC utilized a variety of its vehicle arsenal. Numerous [[M12 Warthog]] variants were deployed to engage the Covenant. These include the [[M12 Chaingun Warthog]],<ref name="tipofthespear">''[[Halo: Reach]]'', campaign level, [[Tip of the Spear]]</ref> [[M12G1 Gauss Warthog]],<ref name="swordbase">''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[ONI: Sword Base]]</ref> the [[M12R Rocket Warthog]],{{Ref/Reuse|tipofthespear}} and the [[M831 Troop Transport Warthog|M831 Troop Warthog]].{{Ref/Reuse|swordbase}} The [[M808C Scorpion]] and the [[M274R Mongoose]] were also deployed.{{Ref/Reuse|tipofthespear}} | ||
The UNSC also deployed a number of aircraft including the [[UH-144 Falcon#Variants|UH-144A Falcon]] | The UNSC also deployed a number of aircraft including the [[UH-144 Falcon#Variants|UH-144A Falcon]]{{Ref/Reuse|tipofthespear}} and [[UH-144 Falcon#Variants|UH-144B Falcon]],<ref>''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[New Alexandria]]</ref> and the [[D77-TC Pelican]].{{Ref/Reuse|swordbase}} The [[YSS-1000 Sabre]]{{Ref/Reuse|lnos}} and the [[GA-TL1 Longsword#Variants|SS-110 Longsword]] were also deployed by the UNSC.{{Ref/Reuse|tipofthespear}} | ||
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===Equipment=== | ===Equipment=== | ||
====Stationary weapons==== | ====Stationary weapons==== | ||
The UNSC made use of the [[M71 Scythe]] | The UNSC made use of the [[M71 Scythe]]{{Ref/Reuse|swordbase}} and the [[M95 Lance]].<ref>''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[Exodus]]</ref> | ||
====Other==== | ====Other==== | ||
The UNSC made use of both the small and large variants of [[M72 Mobile Barrier]]s. | The UNSC made use of both the small and large variants of [[M72 Mobile Barrier]]s.{{Ref/Reuse|lnos}} | ||
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The Covenant deployed numerous naval forces. Two fleets were sent to the planet, pre-August 30 with numerous ships.<ref name="lnos">''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[Long Night of Solace (level)|Long Night of Solace]]</ref> By [[2552|August 30th, 2552]], the Covenant sent 315 ships to attack Reach.<ref>''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]'', p. 343 (Definitive Edition): "I am presently tracking three hundred fourteen Covenant ships." Taking into account the carrier that the Pillar of Autumn had destroyed only moments before results in a count of 315 ships.</ref> | The Covenant deployed numerous naval forces. Two fleets were sent to the planet, pre-August 30 with numerous ships.<ref name="lnos">''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[Long Night of Solace (level)|Long Night of Solace]]</ref> By [[2552|August 30th, 2552]], the Covenant sent 315 ships to attack Reach.<ref>''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]'', p. 343 (Definitive Edition): "I am presently tracking three hundred fourteen Covenant ships." Taking into account the carrier that the Pillar of Autumn had destroyed only moments before results in a count of 315 ships.</ref> | ||
Specific type of ships present were {{Class|CPV|heavy destroyer}}s and {{Class|CCS|battlecruiser}}s with support from a [[Unidentified Covenant warship|"sniper" ship]]. | Specific type of ships present were {{Class|CPV|heavy destroyer}}s and {{Class|CCS|battlecruiser}}s with support from a [[Unidentified Covenant warship|"sniper" ship]].{{Ref/Reuse|hforcovenant}} There were also multiple [[Covenant battleship|battleships]],<ref>''Halo: First Strike'', p. 32</ref> multiple [[Covenant cruiser|light cruisers]],<ref name="HFS18">''Halo: First Strike'', Chapter 18, p. 167 -- "Two exceptions to this patrol pattern were a pair of light cruisers hovering over Menachite Mountain"</ref> and multiple {{Class|CAR|frigate}}s.<ref>''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]'', p. 274</ref> | ||
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===Vehicles=== | ===Vehicles=== | ||
The Covenant deployed a number vehicles in their campaign against Reach. They deployed the [[Type-26 Banshee#Variants|Type-26B Banshee]], the [[Type-25 Spirit]],<ref>''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[Winter Contingency]]</ref> the [[Type-52 Phantom]], | The Covenant deployed a number vehicles in their campaign against Reach. They deployed the [[Type-26 Banshee#Variants|Type-26B Banshee]], the [[Type-25 Spirit]],<ref>''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[Winter Contingency]]</ref> the [[Type-52 Phantom]],{{Ref/Reuse|swordbase}} [[Phantom gunboat]], the [[Type-27 Banshee]], and the [[Morsam-pattern Seraph|''Morsam''-pattern Seraph]].{{Ref/Reuse|lnos}} | ||
Ground side, the Covenant deployed a number of vehicles including the [[Type-32 Ghost]], the [[Type-26 Wraith]], the [[Type-48 Revenant]], | Ground side, the Covenant deployed a number of vehicles including the [[Type-32 Ghost]], the [[Type-26 Wraith]], the [[Type-48 Revenant]],{{Ref/Reuse|swordbase}} and the [[Type-47B Scarab]].<ref>''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[The Pillar of Autumn (Halo: Reach level)|The Pillar of Autumn]]</ref> | ||
===Equipment=== | ===Equipment=== | ||
====Stationary weapons==== | ====Stationary weapons==== | ||
The Covenant made use of large [[Type-38 Tyrant]] AA guns during the battle. | The Covenant made use of large [[Type-38 Tyrant]] AA guns during the battle.{{Ref/Reuse|tipofthespear}} | ||
====Other==== | ====Other==== | ||
The Covenant made use of the [[Covenant supply case|''Almar''-pattern repository]]. | The Covenant made use of the [[Covenant supply case|''Almar''-pattern repository]].{{Ref/Reuse|tipofthespear}} As part of their cover system, they also used the [[Pavise of the Worthy]]{{Ref/Reuse|swordbase}} and [[Guardian Triptych]]s.<ref>''Halo: Reach'', campaign level, [[Nightfall]]</ref> For communications, [[Covenant comm node|Spike of Obeisance]]s were placed down.{{Ref/Reuse|tipofthespear}} | ||
==Production notes== | ==Production notes== |
Revision as of 09:34, April 15, 2021
The participants in the Fall of Reach were numerous. Both the Covenant and the UNSC deployed large numbers of naval and groundside forces, as well as dozens of different types of vehicles and equipment.
UNSC
Covenant
- Main article: Covenant starship
The Covenant deployed numerous naval forces. Two fleets were sent to the planet, pre-August 30 with numerous ships.[2] By August 30th, 2552, the Covenant sent 315 ships to attack Reach.[14]
Specific type of ships present were CPV-class heavy destroyers and CCS-class battlecruisers with support from a "sniper" ship.[4] There were also multiple battleships,[15] multiple light cruisers,[16] and multiple CAR-class frigates.[17]
Fleet | Class | Name | Status |
---|---|---|---|
Fleet of Valiant Prudence | CSO-class supercarrier | Long Night of Solace | Destroyed |
SDV-class heavy corvette | Ardent Prayer | Destroyed | |
Fleet of Particular Justice | CAS-class assault carrier | Seeker of Truth | Survived |
CCS-class battlecruiser | Truth & Reconciliation | Survived | |
CPV-class destroyer | Esteem | Unknown | |
CAR-class frigate | Penance | Unknown | |
Unknown | Unknown | Unnamed Covenant Cruiser | Destroyed |
Unknown | Valorous Salvation | Fled to Beta Gabriel mid-battle |
Military personnel
Branch | Rank | Name | Status |
---|---|---|---|
Ministry of Fervent Intercession | Supreme Commander | Rho 'Barutamee | KIA |
Fleetmaster | Kantar 'Utaralee | Unknown | |
Shipmaster | Ardo 'Moretumee | KIA | |
Ministry of Resolution | Shipmaster | Lat 'Ravamee | Survived |
"Covenant Navy" | Supreme Commander | Thel 'Vadamee | Survived |
Shipmaster | Unnamed Shipmaster | Survived | |
Unknown | Jiralhanae Chieftain | Parabum | Fled to Beta Gabriel mid-battle |
Unknown | Daga 'Rathum | Unknown |
Units
Ground forces
Fleets
- Ministry of Fervent Intercession
- Unknown
Vehicles
The Covenant deployed a number vehicles in their campaign against Reach. They deployed the Type-26B Banshee, the Type-25 Spirit,[18] the Type-52 Phantom,[11] Phantom gunboat, the Type-27 Banshee, and the Morsam-pattern Seraph.[2]
Ground side, the Covenant deployed a number of vehicles including the Type-32 Ghost, the Type-26 Wraith, the Type-48 Revenant,[11] and the Type-47B Scarab.[19]
Equipment
Stationary weapons
The Covenant made use of large Type-38 Tyrant AA guns during the battle.[1]
Other
The Covenant made use of the Almar-pattern repository.[1] As part of their cover system, they also used the Pavise of the Worthy[11] and Guardian Triptychs.[20] For communications, Spike of Obeisances were placed down.[1]
Production notes
In early renders and footage for Halo: Reach, the Falcon was noted as being part of VMX-22.[21][22]
A number of named soldiers are also seen as having participated in the battle through the randomed Fireteam mechanic in Halo: Reach.
Gallery
An Office of Naval Intelligence plaque at ONI Alpha Site, highlighting a number of ONI agents that died during the Fall of Reach.
Notes
- ^ Following the Raid on Reach, the survivors of Battle of Installation 04 and Fall of Reach found Gettysburg to mostly be intact, minus its crew. It was soon recovered and merged with the captured Ascendant Justice.
Sources
- ^ a b c d e f g h i Halo: Reach, campaign level, Tip of the Spear
- ^ a b c d e Halo: Reach, campaign level, Long Night of Solace
- ^ Halo: Reach, Courtyard radio conversation
- ^ a b c d Halo: Fall of Reach - Covenant
- ^ Halo Waypoint: Canon Fodder - Bulkhead Banter
- ^ Halo Encyclopedia, p. 251 (2010 edition); p. 261 (2011 edition)
- ^ Halo Waypoint: Michael Stanforth
- ^ Halo Mythos: A Guide to the Story of Halo, p. 92-93 (Escape from Reach)
- ^ Bungie.net - CAA Factbook 1
- ^ Halo Waypoint: Canon Fodder 4/8/2016: Issue 70 Looking Glassed
- ^ a b c d e f g Halo: Reach, campaign level, ONI: Sword Base
- ^ Halo: Reach, campaign level, New Alexandria
- ^ Halo: Reach, campaign level, Exodus
- ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, p. 343 (Definitive Edition): "I am presently tracking three hundred fourteen Covenant ships." Taking into account the carrier that the Pillar of Autumn had destroyed only moments before results in a count of 315 ships.
- ^ Halo: First Strike, p. 32
- ^ Halo: First Strike, Chapter 18, p. 167 -- "Two exceptions to this patrol pattern were a pair of light cruisers hovering over Menachite Mountain"
- ^ Halo Encyclopedia, p. 274
- ^ Halo: Reach, campaign level, Winter Contingency
- ^ Halo: Reach, campaign level, The Pillar of Autumn
- ^ Halo: Reach, campaign level, Nightfall
- ^ Bungie.net - Halo: Reach Concept Art "Falcon 02"
- ^ Halo: Reach, VGA Awards Trailer