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The '''''Marathon''-class Cruiser''' is the most powerful warship in the [[UNSC]] fleet. They were the replacement for the aging [[Halycon-class Cruiser|''Halycon''-class Cruiser]]. However, due to their diminishing numbers, further numbers of these great vessels have been retrograded to the [[Inner Colonies]]. | The '''''Marathon''-class Cruiser''' is one of the most powerful warship in the [[UNSC]] fleet. They were the replacement for the aging [[Halycon-class Cruiser|''Halycon''-class Cruiser]]. However, due to their diminishing numbers, further numbers of these great vessels have been retrograded to the [[Inner Colonies]]. | ||
These behemoths, clocking in at 1192 meters, approximately two and a half times the length of a [[UNSC Frigate]], sport at least three [[Magnetic Accelerator Cannon]]s (according to an outline of the ''Marathon'' classification), probably amongst other armaments. They are also known for their heavy armor - they can survive multiple [[plasma torpedo]] impacts, far greater damage than any [[UNSC Frigate]] or [[UNSC Destroyer]] can sustain. | These behemoths, clocking in at 1192 meters, approximately two and a half times the length of a [[UNSC Frigate]], sport at least three [[Magnetic Accelerator Cannon]]s (according to an outline of the ''Marathon'' classification), probably amongst other armaments. They are also known for their heavy armor - they can survive multiple [[plasma torpedo]] impacts, far greater damage than any [[UNSC Frigate]] or [[UNSC Destroyer]] can sustain. | ||