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*Like the UNSC's [[GA-TL1 Longsword-class Interceptor|''Longsword''-class Interceptor]] and [[Shortsword-class Bomber|''Shortsword''-class Bomber]], the Sabre is named after [[Wikipedia:Sabre|a type of sword]]. | *Like the UNSC's [[GA-TL1 Longsword-class Interceptor|''Longsword''-class Interceptor]] and [[Shortsword-class Bomber|''Shortsword''-class Bomber]], the Sabre is named after [[Wikipedia:Sabre|a type of sword]]. | ||
*Sabre and Longsword fighters are very aptly named in relation to there main roles.A Longsword is a large, heavy and hard hitting type of sword that often requires two hands to wield; much in the same way that Longsword Interceptors are rather large and carry a heavy punch in there fighter bomber role and require a larger crew. A Sabre is a shorter curved sword that is lighter and able to be swung quickly with one hand; Sabre fighters are faster and more maneuverable, agile and can deliver a deadly punch, but don't offer nearly as much firepower as a longsword can, the also require a much smaller crew than a Longsword. | |||
*Although Bungie experimented on implementing the Sabre into [[multiplayer]], it only appears in the campaign due to balance issues.<ref name="gamespot"/> | *Although Bungie experimented on implementing the Sabre into [[multiplayer]], it only appears in the campaign due to balance issues.<ref name="gamespot"/> | ||
*Despite being highly classified and technically non-existent, many sources describe Sabre fighters as being the primary defence fighter for the inner colonies. | |||
*The Sabre launch sequence in ''Halo: Reach'' appears to have been inspired by [[wikipedia:NASA|NASA's]] [[wikipedia:Space Shuttle program|Space Shuttle program]], in both components and angles used for the cinematic. Several angles of the Sabre's launch sequence use similar camera angles seen during Space Shuttle launch, and the on-board cameras are used to examine foam loss on the external tank. The design of the Sabre's own external tank is somewhat based on that on the Shuttle, especially its orange color. | *The Sabre launch sequence in ''Halo: Reach'' appears to have been inspired by [[wikipedia:NASA|NASA's]] [[wikipedia:Space Shuttle program|Space Shuttle program]], in both components and angles used for the cinematic. Several angles of the Sabre's launch sequence use similar camera angles seen during Space Shuttle launch, and the on-board cameras are used to examine foam loss on the external tank. The design of the Sabre's own external tank is somewhat based on that on the Shuttle, especially its orange color. | ||
*The Sabre has a very similar overall shape to the [[F-99 Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle]], including the position and shape of the vertical stabilizers. | *The Sabre has a very similar overall shape to the [[F-99 Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle]], including the position and shape of the vertical stabilizers. | ||