2520

On July 20, 2520, Captain Alexander, the last civilian captain of UNSC Spirit of Fire, retires from active duty at the conclusion of the Verant mission. The ship is requisitioned by the UNSC and scheduled for refit.

On September 1, 2520, Spirit of Fire completes an extensive refit at the Reach orbital shipyards before entering active military duty as a ground support vessel, initially detailed with providing ground support for Operation TREBUCHET.