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|armament=*35cm [[plasma mortar]] (1) <ref name="H4EVG">'''[[Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', page 117</ref>
|armament=*35cm [[plasma mortar]] (1) <ref name="H4EVG">'''[[Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', page 117</ref>
*Automated plasma cannons (2) (pre-[[2549]])
*Automated plasma cannons (2) (pre-[[2549]])
*[[Type-2 plasma cannon]] (1) (post-2549)<ref name="GroundCommand">https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10207094532738110&set=p.10207094532738110&type=3&theater, page 247</ref>
*[[Type-2 plasma cannon]] (1) (post-2549)<ref name="GroundCommand">[https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10207094532738110&set=p.10207094532738110&type=3&theater '''Halo: Ground Command''']</ref>
|crew=*1 driver
|crew=*1 driver
*1 gunner (post-2549)
*1 gunner (post-2549)
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[[2557|Four years]] after the end of the Human-Covenant War, [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]] continued to use the Wraith. Multiple Wraiths were used in the [[Battle of Requiem|attack]] on the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}'s crash site. Several were later used in defense of the [[Forerunner]] [[particle cannon]]s. Wraiths were also used during the Didact's [[Raid on Ivanoff Station]] in their attempt to secure the [[Composer]].<ref name="H4">'''[[Halo 4]]'''</ref> The faction utilized a number of Wraiths during the [[Battle of Installation 03]].<ref name="HSS">'''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]'''</ref> Wraiths were deployed to many sites across the interior of Requiem during the [[Requiem Campaign|combat]] within the planet [[2558|six months later]].<ref name="Spops">'''Halo 4''': ''[[Spartan Ops]]''</ref> 'Mdama's faction would again use Wraiths during the [[Battle of Aktis IV|conflict]] on [[Aktis IV]]. A [[Sali 'Nyon's Covenant|rebel offshoot]] of 'Mdama's faction led by [[Sali 'Nyon]] also possessed at least one Wraith. During [[Operation: ATHENA]] 'Mdama's forces used multiple T-26 Wraiths in an attempt to stop a team of Spartan-IVs.<ref name="HE">'''[[Halo: Escalation]]'''</ref>
[[2557|Four years]] after the end of the Human-Covenant War, [[Jul 'Mdama's Covenant]] continued to use the Wraith. Multiple Wraiths were used in the [[Battle of Requiem|attack]] on the {{UNSCShip|Infinity}}'s crash site. Several were later used in defense of the [[Forerunner]] [[particle cannon]]s. Wraiths were also used during the Didact's [[Raid on Ivanoff Station]] in their attempt to secure the [[Composer]].<ref name="H4">'''[[Halo 4]]'''</ref> The faction utilized a number of Wraiths during the [[Battle of Installation 03]].<ref name="HSS">'''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]'''</ref> Wraiths were deployed to many sites across the interior of Requiem during the [[Requiem Campaign|combat]] within the planet [[2558|six months later]].<ref name="Spops">'''Halo 4''': ''[[Spartan Ops]]''</ref> 'Mdama's faction would again use Wraiths during the [[Battle of Aktis IV|conflict]] on [[Aktis IV]]. A [[Sali 'Nyon's Covenant|rebel offshoot]] of 'Mdama's faction led by [[Sali 'Nyon]] also possessed at least one Wraith. During [[Operation: ATHENA]] 'Mdama's forces used multiple T-26 Wraiths in an attempt to stop a team of Spartan-IVs.<ref name="HE">'''[[Halo: Escalation]]'''</ref>


By late 2558, the newer [[Type-58 Wraith]] was becoming more commonplace within Jul 'Mdama's Covenant forces and the Swords of Sanghelios.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-designs-of-the-times '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Canon Fodder - Designs of the Times'']</ref><ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref> However, even by [[2559]] the Banished continued to use their own modified version of the T-26 Wraith during operations against the crew of the UNSC ''Spirit of Fire'' on Installation 00.<ref name="HW2">'''[[Halo Wars 2]]'''</ref>
By October 2558, the newer [[Type-58 Wraith]] was becoming more commonplace within Jul 'Mdama's Covenant forces and the Swords of Sanghelios.<ref>[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-designs-of-the-times '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Canon Fodder - Designs of the Times'']</ref><ref name="H5G">'''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'''</ref> However, even by [[2559#April|April 2559]] the Banished continued to use their own modified version of the T-26 Wraith during operations against the crew of the UNSC ''Spirit of Fire'' on Installation 00.<ref name="HW2">'''[[Halo Wars 2]]'''</ref>


==Changes==
==Gameplay==
===''Halo: Combat Evolved''===
===''Halo: Combat Evolved''===
Introduced in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', the Wraith tank first appears as a stationary scenery object on the level [[The Truth and Reconciliation]] inside a [[Truth and Reconciliation|CCS-class battlecruiser]], and then on [[Assault on the Control Room]] as an active vehicle, although the player is not able to drive the tank at all in the game. This version of the Wraith has no anti-personnel weapons, and the visual design encompasses a more purple color scheme than later versions, the mortar design is also different from other games looking more like a tube, rather than the plasma emitter itself. On Normal difficulty, the Wraith can survive about two to three direct rocket hits before being destroyed. While formidable, it is not without weaknesses. Wraiths can be flipped, knocking the [[Sangheili]] driver out of the vehicle and rendering it useless. Just like the Ghost in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', the Wraith floats noticeably higher above the ground than it does in subsequent games.
Introduced in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', the Wraith tank first appears as a stationary scenery object on the level [[The Truth and Reconciliation]] inside a [[Truth and Reconciliation|CCS-class battlecruiser]], and then on [[Assault on the Control Room]] as an active vehicle, although the player is not able to drive the tank at all in the game. This version of the Wraith has no anti-personnel weapons, and the visual design encompasses a more purple color scheme than later versions, the mortar design is also different from other games looking more like a tube, rather than the plasma emitter itself. On Normal difficulty, the Wraith can survive about two to three direct rocket hits before being destroyed. While formidable, it is not without weaknesses. Wraiths can be flipped, knocking the [[Sangheili]] driver out of the vehicle and rendering it useless. Just like the Ghost in ''Halo: Combat Evolved'', the Wraith floats noticeably higher above the ground than it does in subsequent games.
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===''Halo 3'' and ''Halo 3: ODST''===
===''Halo 3'' and ''Halo 3: ODST''===
Two different versions of the Wraith appear in ''Halo 3''. The regular T-26 seen in previous titles, and the new [[AA Wraith]]. New features include visible lights, increased speed and a more accurate line of fire. However, the exposed exhaust port represents an extremely vulnerable spot in the armor, making it possible for the first time to destroy a Wraith with melee attacks from behind the tank with no direct melee attacks to the driver. A strong hit to the core after removing its cover causes a violent chain reaction of explosions. The tank has a subtle greenish shine to it and an embedded latticework that glimmers in the light. The most dramatic design change added an exposed topside gunnery position with a 270° view, allowing for better defense against enemy infantry and boarders. Boarding is made more difficult in that now boarders have both a pilot, and gunner to kill before gaining control of the vehicle. The boost feature is no longer as effective taking longer for the vehicle to achieve its optimum boost speed, although having the same top speed as its ''Halo 2'' counterpart, the tank has difficulty traversing high angles and its reversing capability is often inadequate. If boarded from behind or on the front of the cockpit the driver cannot exit the vehicle, another difference from the ''Halo 2'' version.
Features include visible lights, increased speed and a more accurate line of fire. However, the exposed exhaust port represents an extremely vulnerable spot in the armor, making it possible for the first time to destroy a Wraith with melee attacks from behind the tank with no direct melee attacks to the driver. A strong hit to the core after removing its cover causes a violent chain reaction of explosions. The tank has a subtle greenish shine to it and an embedded latticework that glimmers in the light. The most dramatic design change added an exposed topside gunnery position with a 270° view, allowing for better defense against enemy infantry and boarders. Boarding is made more difficult in that now boarders have both a pilot, and gunner to kill before gaining control of the vehicle. The boost feature is no longer as effective taking longer for the vehicle to achieve its optimum boost speed, although having the same top speed as its ''Halo 2'' counterpart, the tank has difficulty traversing high angles and its reversing capability is often inadequate. If boarded from behind or on the front of the cockpit the driver cannot exit the vehicle, another difference from the ''Halo 2'' version.
 
===''Halo Wars''===
Main Covenant battle tank with good speed and excellent range. Armed with plasma mortar and turret. Requires 350 resources and a tech level of 1. Takes up 3 population. Upgrades include:
#'''Heavy Shield''' - Adds energy shield which deflects some incoming damage. 200 resources and a tech level of 1.
#'''Scorch''' - Special attack leaves a bubbling plasma splash on the ground for added damage. 400 resources and a tech level of 2.
#'''Plasma Modulator''' - Large boost to plasma mortar damage. 700 resources and a tech level of 3.


===''Halo: Reach''===
===''Halo: Reach''===
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===''Halo Wars 2''===
*'''Info''': Core Tank, Heavy damage, Long range
*'''Tier''': 3
*'''Cost''': Population 6, Supplies 335, Power 85
*'''Wraith upgrade'''
**'''Scorch Mortar'''
**'''Info''': New ability, Shots continue to cause damage after impact.
**'''Tier''': 3
**'''Cost''': Supplies 760, Power 190
Unlike its Covenant counterpart from ''Halo Wars'' the Banished Wraith in ''Halo Wars 2'' starts off with an energy shield by default.
==Trivia==
==Trivia==
{{Linkbox|gameplay=yes|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of Type-26 Assault Gun Carriage}}
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