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The '''Type-38 Anti-Aircraft Cannon''', nicknamed the '''Tyrant''', is a [[Covenant]] anti-aircraft emplacement. It fires extremely powerful bolts of superheated [[plasma]] at a high velocity.<ref name="spear">'''Halo: Reach''', campaign level ''[[Tip of the Spear]]''</ref>
The '''Type-38 Anti-Aircraft Cannon''', nicknamed the '''Tyrant''', is a large anti-artillery emplacement firing devastating bolts of superheated [[plasma]] at high velocities.<ref name="spear">'''Halo: Reach''', campaign level ''[[Tip of the Spear]]''</ref> The Tyrant can engage atmospheric craft in the air defense role and may also target starships in-orbit for planetary defense.<ref name="GL184">'''Halo: Glasslands''', ''page 184''</ref> Manufactured at the [[Assembly Forges]], the Type-38 has been employed in the military forces of the former [[Covenant]], its [[Covenant remnants|remnants]], and even in the service of the [[human]] [[Venezian militia]].<ref name="SA M23">'''[[Halo: Spartan Assault]]''', ''[[Mission 23: Infiltration of the Cult Leader's Base|Infiltration of the Cult Leader's Base]]''</ref>


==History==
==History==
Several Type-38's were used by Covenant forces in the [[Fall of Reach]]. At least two were used in the [[Battle at Szurdok Ridge]], both of which were destroyed by [[SPARTAN-B312]] of [[NOBLE Team]].<ref name="spear"/> Two more were seen outside [[SWORD Base]], at [[Airview Base]], after the Covenant had secured the area; both of those were also destroyed by SPARTAN-B312.<ref>'''Halo: Reach''', campaign level ''[[The Package (level)|The Package]]''</ref>
Several Type-38's were used by Covenant forces during the [[Fall of Reach]]. At least two guns were deployed at [[Battle at Szurdok Ridge|Szurdok Ridge]] on August 12th, 2552. Both emplacements were dispatched quickly by [[NOBLE Team]].<ref name="spear"/> Two more were seen defending [[SWORD Base]] overlooking [[Airview Base]] after the Covenant had secured the area; both of these guns were similarly destroyed by NOBLE team member, [[SPARTAN-B312]].<ref>'''Halo: Reach''', campaign level ''[[The Package (level)|The Package]]''</ref>


By early [[2553]], [[Insurrectionist]]s on [[Venezia]] had acquired a number of these cannons, likely from a group of [[Kig-Yar]] operating in the Venezia sector. In [[2553|January 2553]], one of the cannons was fired on the ship {{UNSCShip|Monte Cassino}}. The ship was able to evade, however, and used missiles to destroy the cannon.<ref>'''Halo: Glasslands''', ''page 184''</ref> During the [[Battle of Draetheus V]] at some point between 2553-2557, [[Merg Vol's Covenant faction|Covenant remnant]] commander [[Merg Vol]] surrounded his base with Tyrants.<ref>'''[[Halo: Spartan Assault]]''', ''[[Mission 23: Infiltration of the Cult Leader's Base|Infiltration of the Cult Leader's Base]]''</ref>
By early [[2553]], [[Insurrectionist]]s on [[Venezia]] had acquired a number of these cannons, likely from a group of [[Kig-Yar]] operating in the Venezia sector. In [[2553|January 2553]], one of the cannons was fired on the ship {{UNSCShip|Monte Cassino}}. The ship was able to evade, however, and used missiles to destroy the cannon.<ref name="GL184"/> During the [[Battle of Draetheus V]] at some point between 2553-2557, [[Merg Vol's Covenant faction|Covenant remnant]] commander [[Merg Vol]] surrounded his base with Tyrants.<ref name="SA M23"/>


During the [[Battle of Ealen IV]], [[Paul DeMarco]] and [[Fireteam Bailey]] commandeered a Tyrant, and used it to clear an escape path for the besieged delegates.  The Spartan-IVs succeeded, though at the cost of their own lives.<ref>'''Halo: Escalation''', ''Issue 3''</ref>
During the [[Battle of Ealen IV]], [[Paul DeMarco]] and his fellow [[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartans]] of [[Fireteam Bailey]] captured a Tyrant to cover the escape of a delegation of [[human]], [[Jiralhanae]], and [[Sangheili]] leaders.<ref>'''Halo: Escalation''', ''Issue 3''</ref>


==Design==
==Design==
The T-38 AAC differs considerably from the more sleek [[Type-27 Mantis|Type-27 Mantis AAC]]. It is significantly heavier in construction, and as such is more difficult to transport and deploy, though its firepower is generally considered to make up for these disadvantages.<ref name="vis"/> The weapon is able to fire three bolts in a rapid succession before cooling down. Unlike the unprotected observation balconies of the Type-27 cannon, the Type-38's heavy base structure effectively doubles as an infantry fortification.<ref name="vis"/> The base structure has two levels, with a small command center in the ground level, with slopes leading to the second level which also serves as an observation platform.  
The T-38 AAC differs considerably from the more sleek [[Type-27 Mantis]]. It is significantly heavier in construction, and as such is more difficult to transport and deploy, though its firepower is generally considered to make up for these disadvantages.<ref name="vis"/> The weapon is able to fire three bolts in a rapid succession before cooling down. Unlike the unprotected observation balconies of the Type-27 cannon, the Type-38's heavy base structure effectively doubles as a covered defensible fortification.<ref name="vis"/> The base structure has two levels, with a small command center on the first level, with sloped ramps leading to the second level which serves as an observation platform.  


Each time the cannon fires, a bolt of plasma is generated in the core and fired up into the gun.<ref name="spear"/> The gun's vulnerable [[pinch fusion reactor]] is encased in a shielded power core in the center of the base structure. Destroying this will cause the gun to explode. Alternatively, the back of the cannon is weak, and anti-vehicle weapons such as the [[M808 Scorpion]]'s main gun or the [[Type-26 Wraith]]'s [[plasma mortar]] will easily penetrate it and destroy the gun. To prevent this, the [[Covenant army]] routinely stations large amounts of infantry around the gun.
Each time the cannon fires, a bolt of plasma is generated in the core and fired up into the gun.<ref name="spear"/> The gun's vulnerable [[pinch fusion reactor]] is encased in a shielded power core in the center of the base structure. Destroying this will cause the gun to explode. Alternatively, the back of the cannon is fatally vulnerable to heavy weapons fire, such as the [[M808 Scorpion]]'s 90mm main gun or the [[Type-26 Wraith]]'s [[plasma mortar]]. To prevent this, the Covenant assigned a detachment of infantry and armored vehicles around the battery.


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Revision as of 17:55, July 16, 2014

This article is about the anti-aircraft gun seen at the Fall of Reach. For the AA gun seen at the Battle of Earth, see Type-27 Anti-Aircraft Cannon.

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The Type-38 Anti-Aircraft Cannon, nicknamed the Tyrant, is a large anti-artillery emplacement firing devastating bolts of superheated plasma at high velocities.[1] The Tyrant can engage atmospheric craft in the air defense role and may also target starships in-orbit for planetary defense.[2] Manufactured at the Assembly Forges, the Type-38 has been employed in the military forces of the former Covenant, its remnants, and even in the service of the human Venezian militia.[3]

History

Several Type-38's were used by Covenant forces during the Fall of Reach. At least two guns were deployed at Szurdok Ridge on August 12th, 2552. Both emplacements were dispatched quickly by NOBLE Team.[1] Two more were seen defending SWORD Base overlooking Airview Base after the Covenant had secured the area; both of these guns were similarly destroyed by NOBLE team member, SPARTAN-B312.[4]

By early 2553, Insurrectionists on Venezia had acquired a number of these cannons, likely from a group of Kig-Yar operating in the Venezia sector. In January 2553, one of the cannons was fired on the ship UNSC Monte Cassino. The ship was able to evade, however, and used missiles to destroy the cannon.[2] During the Battle of Draetheus V at some point between 2553-2557, Covenant remnant commander Merg Vol surrounded his base with Tyrants.[3]

During the Battle of Ealen IV, Paul DeMarco and his fellow Spartans of Fireteam Bailey captured a Tyrant to cover the escape of a delegation of human, Jiralhanae, and Sangheili leaders.[5]

Design

The T-38 AAC differs considerably from the more sleek Type-27 Mantis. It is significantly heavier in construction, and as such is more difficult to transport and deploy, though its firepower is generally considered to make up for these disadvantages.[6] The weapon is able to fire three bolts in a rapid succession before cooling down. Unlike the unprotected observation balconies of the Type-27 cannon, the Type-38's heavy base structure effectively doubles as a covered defensible fortification.[6] The base structure has two levels, with a small command center on the first level, with sloped ramps leading to the second level which serves as an observation platform.

Each time the cannon fires, a bolt of plasma is generated in the core and fired up into the gun.[1] The gun's vulnerable pinch fusion reactor is encased in a shielded power core in the center of the base structure. Destroying this will cause the gun to explode. Alternatively, the back of the cannon is fatally vulnerable to heavy weapons fire, such as the M808 Scorpion's 90mm main gun or the Type-26 Wraith's plasma mortar. To prevent this, the Covenant assigned a detachment of infantry and armored vehicles around the battery.

Gallery

  • The Type-38 "Tyrant" AA Plasma Cannon, with infantry guards around its base.

    The Type-38 "Tyrant" AA Plasma Cannon, with infantry guards around its base.

  • Alternate in-game preview of the Type-38 "Tyrant" AAC in Halo: Reach.

    Alternate in-game preview of the Type-38 "Tyrant" AAC in Halo: Reach.

  • A Type-38 "Tyrant" on the surface of Reach.

    A Type-38 "Tyrant" on the surface of Reach.

  • A Type-38 "Tyrant" AAC destroying an oncoming fighter.

    A Type-38 "Tyrant" AAC destroying an oncoming fighter.

  • A Type-38 Anti-Aircraft Cannon firing.

    A Type-38 Anti-Aircraft Cannon firing.

  • The inner core of a T-38 AAC.

    The inner core of a T-38 AAC.

  • A T-38 "Tyrant" AAC encountered in Halo Escalation.

    A T-38 "Tyrant" AAC encountered in Halo Escalation.

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List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ a b c Halo: Reach, campaign level Tip of the Spear
  2. ^ a b Halo: Glasslands, page 184
  3. ^ a b Halo: Spartan Assault, Infiltration of the Cult Leader's Base
  4. ^ Halo: Reach, campaign level The Package
  5. ^ Halo: Escalation, Issue 3
  6. ^ a b Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named vis

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