61,078
edits
Jul 'Mdama's Covenant: Difference between revisions
m
→Military assets: link fix, replaced: So'riru → Sho'riru
No edit summary |
m (→Military assets: link fix, replaced: So'riru → Sho'riru) |
||
| Line 255: | Line 255: | ||
Although a less formidable force than the original Covenant, this reorganized Covenant had amassed a considerable pool of military assets, though it had been observed that they "aren't outfitted like standard military."{{Ref/Reuse|dawn}} Many of the faction's Sangheili personnel were from [[Hesduros]], though the majority hailed from the species' homeworld, [[Sanghelios]], and other core worlds.<ref>[https://twitter.com/awesumsauce1/status/418136164457914368 ''Twitter''] (''@HaloWaypoint For Storm Elites it says their homeworld is Sangheilios, but they come from Hesduros, is it meant to be the species homeworld?'')</ref> Most matériel, such as the [[Type-25 plasma pistol]], {{Pattern|Pez'tk|fuel rod gun}}, [[Type-33 Needler]], {{Pattern|Elo'Nakada|concussion rifle}}, {{Pattern|Vostu|carbine}}, {{Pattern|Pek|plasma cannon}}{{Ref/Game|Id=H4|H4}} and rarely the {{Pattern|Okarda'phaa|plasma rifle}},{{Ref/Reuse|HE16}} {{Pattern|Nakata'vho|plasma repeater}}, and {{Pattern|M'tara|focus rifle}},{{Ref/Reuse|H:SS}} has been carried over from the pre-Schism Covenant, though more recently developed weapons like the {{Pattern|Tufasumo|plasma caster}}, [[Type-54 plasma pistol]], {{Pattern|Kelos'vaarda|storm rifle}}, {{Pattern|Mosa|carbine}}, {{Pattern|Gespu|fuel rod gun}}, and {{Pattern|Shea'p|plasma cannon}} were also common.{{Ref/Reuse|Guardians2}} In other cases, the faction used older models, such as the {{Pattern|Zubo|beam rifle}} rather than the [[Sulok-pattern beam rifle|Type-50]], due to the scarcity of modern weapons. Some older weapons and vehicles were produced by new manufacturers but are generally unchanged in design. Infantry were equipped with armor that appears to be a mix of new variants and styles used by the original Covenant; for example, Unggoy Storm troops were equipped with rebreathers modeled on traditional Unggoy diving apparatuses, whereas Sangheili Commanders wore armor that is very reminiscent of the armor worn by [[Sangheili Officer|Sangheili officer]]s during the war.<ref name="H4 Interactive Guide">[http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-US/halo4guide ''Halo 4 Interactive Guide'']</ref> | Although a less formidable force than the original Covenant, this reorganized Covenant had amassed a considerable pool of military assets, though it had been observed that they "aren't outfitted like standard military."{{Ref/Reuse|dawn}} Many of the faction's Sangheili personnel were from [[Hesduros]], though the majority hailed from the species' homeworld, [[Sanghelios]], and other core worlds.<ref>[https://twitter.com/awesumsauce1/status/418136164457914368 ''Twitter''] (''@HaloWaypoint For Storm Elites it says their homeworld is Sangheilios, but they come from Hesduros, is it meant to be the species homeworld?'')</ref> Most matériel, such as the [[Type-25 plasma pistol]], {{Pattern|Pez'tk|fuel rod gun}}, [[Type-33 Needler]], {{Pattern|Elo'Nakada|concussion rifle}}, {{Pattern|Vostu|carbine}}, {{Pattern|Pek|plasma cannon}}{{Ref/Game|Id=H4|H4}} and rarely the {{Pattern|Okarda'phaa|plasma rifle}},{{Ref/Reuse|HE16}} {{Pattern|Nakata'vho|plasma repeater}}, and {{Pattern|M'tara|focus rifle}},{{Ref/Reuse|H:SS}} has been carried over from the pre-Schism Covenant, though more recently developed weapons like the {{Pattern|Tufasumo|plasma caster}}, [[Type-54 plasma pistol]], {{Pattern|Kelos'vaarda|storm rifle}}, {{Pattern|Mosa|carbine}}, {{Pattern|Gespu|fuel rod gun}}, and {{Pattern|Shea'p|plasma cannon}} were also common.{{Ref/Reuse|Guardians2}} In other cases, the faction used older models, such as the {{Pattern|Zubo|beam rifle}} rather than the [[Sulok-pattern beam rifle|Type-50]], due to the scarcity of modern weapons. Some older weapons and vehicles were produced by new manufacturers but are generally unchanged in design. Infantry were equipped with armor that appears to be a mix of new variants and styles used by the original Covenant; for example, Unggoy Storm troops were equipped with rebreathers modeled on traditional Unggoy diving apparatuses, whereas Sangheili Commanders wore armor that is very reminiscent of the armor worn by [[Sangheili Officer|Sangheili officer]]s during the war.<ref name="H4 Interactive Guide">[http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-US/halo4guide ''Halo 4 Interactive Guide'']</ref> | ||
As under the hegemony's reign, the {{Pattern|Karo'etba|Ghost}} and {{Pattern|Zurdo|Wraith}} were the mainstays of Jul 'Mdama's Covenant's vehicular ground forces as well as the {{Pattern|Karo'wark|Ghost}} and {{Pattern|Kemu|Wraith}}. The {{Pattern|Ogab'd|anti-aircraft Wraith}} was used in relatively small numbers. The [[Type-26 Banshee|T-26B Banshee]] and {{Pattern|D'nomlhe|Banshee}} were the organization's primary ground support aircraft; modifications to the T-26B and T-54 allowed them to serve in a limited exoatmospheric scouting capacity akin to the purpose-built {{Pattern|Elsedda|Banshee}},{{Ref/Reuse|Guardians2}}{{Ref/Book|H4EVG|Page=119}} though the [[Type-31 Seraph|Seraph]] remained the primary space fighter in 'Mdama's Covenant. The {{Pattern|Ru'swum|Phantom}} saw less extensive service than during the war, as the {{Pattern|Ru'swum|Phantom}} had become primary dropship in 'Mdama's Covenant. Though by October 2558 the {{Pattern|Mikpramu|Phantom}} had seemingly replaced the Type-44 Phantom. The {{Pattern|Dextro Xur|Spirit}} and {{Pattern|R'shwupa|Phantom}} were both used, but not in the same numbers as the T-44 and T-57 Phantoms. The {{Pattern|Nuro'k Xur|Spirit}} was also common by October 2558.{{Ref/Reuse|Guardians2}} The {{Pattern|Kmiro'sish|Lich}} provided ultra-heavy transport capability when needed. The faction also frequently used the {{Pattern|Gloto|Breaching Carapace}},{{Ref/Book|Id=H4EVGCDropPod|H4EVG|Section=Vehicles, Non-human|Page=121 (Covenant Drop Pod)}} the [[Covenant drop pod#Multiple-occupant pod|Type-53 Squad Breaching Carapace]], and the {{Pattern|Gloto'kas|Assault Carapace}} to deploy troops from orbit. 'Mdama's forces used the {{Pattern|Rizsheda|Shade}}, {{Pattern|Mamua'uda|Shade}}, {{Pattern|Shuku|sentry turret}}s, {{Pattern| | As under the hegemony's reign, the {{Pattern|Karo'etba|Ghost}} and {{Pattern|Zurdo|Wraith}} were the mainstays of Jul 'Mdama's Covenant's vehicular ground forces as well as the {{Pattern|Karo'wark|Ghost}} and {{Pattern|Kemu|Wraith}}. The {{Pattern|Ogab'd|anti-aircraft Wraith}} was used in relatively small numbers. The [[Type-26 Banshee|T-26B Banshee]] and {{Pattern|D'nomlhe|Banshee}} were the organization's primary ground support aircraft; modifications to the T-26B and T-54 allowed them to serve in a limited exoatmospheric scouting capacity akin to the purpose-built {{Pattern|Elsedda|Banshee}},{{Ref/Reuse|Guardians2}}{{Ref/Book|H4EVG|Page=119}} though the [[Type-31 Seraph|Seraph]] remained the primary space fighter in 'Mdama's Covenant. The {{Pattern|Ru'swum|Phantom}} saw less extensive service than during the war, as the {{Pattern|Ru'swum|Phantom}} had become primary dropship in 'Mdama's Covenant. Though by October 2558 the {{Pattern|Mikpramu|Phantom}} had seemingly replaced the Type-44 Phantom. The {{Pattern|Dextro Xur|Spirit}} and {{Pattern|R'shwupa|Phantom}} were both used, but not in the same numbers as the T-44 and T-57 Phantoms. The {{Pattern|Nuro'k Xur|Spirit}} was also common by October 2558.{{Ref/Reuse|Guardians2}} The {{Pattern|Kmiro'sish|Lich}} provided ultra-heavy transport capability when needed. The faction also frequently used the {{Pattern|Gloto|Breaching Carapace}},{{Ref/Book|Id=H4EVGCDropPod|H4EVG|Section=Vehicles, Non-human|Page=121 (Covenant Drop Pod)}} the [[Covenant drop pod#Multiple-occupant pod|Type-53 Squad Breaching Carapace]], and the {{Pattern|Gloto'kas|Assault Carapace}} to deploy troops from orbit. 'Mdama's forces used the {{Pattern|Rizsheda|Shade}}, {{Pattern|Mamua'uda|Shade}}, {{Pattern|Shuku|sentry turret}}s, {{Pattern|Sho'riru|Shade}}, and {{Pattern|Upisa'weri|Shrike}} for static defense, along with an unclassified type of [[Ra'aam-pattern burst cannon|stationary artillery]] and {{Pattern|Cheru|Tyrant}}s. An unknown amount of {{Pattern|Za'zayara|Harvester}}s{{Ref/Book|H4EVG|Page=140}} and {{Pattern|Shuul'se|Kraken}}s{{Ref/Reuse|Guardians2}} were used as excavation<ref name="Switchback">''Spartan Ops'', ''[[Scattered]]''</ref> and assault platforms.{{Ref/Reuse|HE16}} | ||
The faction's armada was composed of vessels formerly used by the Covenant hegemony. The core of 'Mdama's fleet comprised two {{Class|CAS|assault carrier}}s, including 'Mdama's flagship, ''[[Song of Retribution]]'' and the ''[[Breath of Annihilation]]'',<ref name="Have S'moa">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/canon-fodder-have-s-moa ''Halo Waypoint'': ''Canon Fodder: 2-20-15'']</ref> numerous {{Pattern|Zanar|light cruiser}}s,{{Ref/Reuse|terminal}} several {{Pattern|Maugen|armored cruiser}}s, several {{Pattern|Ket|battlecruiser}}s, at least one {{Pattern|Ceudar|heavy corvette}}, {{Pattern|Mjern|agricultural support ship}}s,{{Ref/Reuse|HE21}} {{Pattern|Hekar Taa|blockade runner}}s, {{Pattern|Lursu|brigantine}}s, {{Pattern|Rwaru|carrack}}s and {{Pattern|R'sikosh|man o' war}}s. The ''CRS'' filled much the same role within the new Covenant's fleet as the ''CCS'' played during the war, though it is much smaller and less powerful than the latter. In addition to these staple ship types, a number of other vessels had augmented the faction's fleet on different occasions.{{Ref/Reuse|Have S'moa}} During Gek 'Lhar's time spent [[salvager|salvaging]] and pillaging for Jul 'Mdama, he commanded a [[war-freighter]].{{Ref/Novel|SaS}} | The faction's armada was composed of vessels formerly used by the Covenant hegemony. The core of 'Mdama's fleet comprised two {{Class|CAS|assault carrier}}s, including 'Mdama's flagship, ''[[Song of Retribution]]'' and the ''[[Breath of Annihilation]]'',<ref name="Have S'moa">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/canon-fodder-have-s-moa ''Halo Waypoint'': ''Canon Fodder: 2-20-15'']</ref> numerous {{Pattern|Zanar|light cruiser}}s,{{Ref/Reuse|terminal}} several {{Pattern|Maugen|armored cruiser}}s, several {{Pattern|Ket|battlecruiser}}s, at least one {{Pattern|Ceudar|heavy corvette}}, {{Pattern|Mjern|agricultural support ship}}s,{{Ref/Reuse|HE21}} {{Pattern|Hekar Taa|blockade runner}}s, {{Pattern|Lursu|brigantine}}s, {{Pattern|Rwaru|carrack}}s and {{Pattern|R'sikosh|man o' war}}s. The ''CRS'' filled much the same role within the new Covenant's fleet as the ''CCS'' played during the war, though it is much smaller and less powerful than the latter. In addition to these staple ship types, a number of other vessels had augmented the faction's fleet on different occasions.{{Ref/Reuse|Have S'moa}} During Gek 'Lhar's time spent [[salvager|salvaging]] and pillaging for Jul 'Mdama, he commanded a [[war-freighter]].{{Ref/Novel|SaS}} | ||