Marathon-class heavy cruiser

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Silhouette of a Marathon Cruiser.

The Marathon-class Cruiser is a classification of United Nations Space Command warship.

Description

These starships were the replacement for the aging Halcyon-class Cruiser. These behemoths, ranking in at 1192 meters (approx. 3,910.761 ft.), are over two times the length of a UNSC Frigate. 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. Due to their size, durability and firepower, these massive vessels are commanded by UNSC Admirals and primarily serve as command ships.

Appearances

Due to their diminishing numbers and the onslaught of the genocidal Covenant, further numbers of these great cruisers have been reassigned to the defense of the Inner Colonies. Marathons were present at the Battle of Sigma Octanus IV, the Battle of Reach. Eight saw action at the First Battle of Earth under Fleet Admiral Harper. Another was part of Battle Group Stalingrad during the Battle of Onyx. Its likely that some were also been engaged at the Second Battle of Earth.

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