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The '''G81 Heavy Gunship''', also known as the '''G81 Condor''' is a custom heavy gunship variant of the [[D81-LRT Condor]] dropship employed by the stranded {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}} during the [[Second Ark Conflict]].{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} It was created by [[Isabel]].<ref name="PL">''[[Halo Wars 2]]'', [[Phoenix Logs#Air|Phoenix Logs]] - Condor Gunship</ref> | The '''G81 Heavy Gunship''', also known as the '''G81 Condor''' is a custom heavy gunship variant of the [[D81-LRT Condor]] dropship employed by the stranded {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}} during the [[Second Ark Conflict]].{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} It was created by [[Isabel]].<ref name="PL">''[[Halo Wars 2]]'', [[Phoenix Logs#Air|Phoenix Logs]] - Condor Gunship</ref> | ||
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The [[AC-220 Vulture]] is | The [[AC-220 Vulture]] is currently the heaviest “official” standard combat air unit the [[United Nations Space Command]] has to offer, since the condor gunship is custom made and not utilized by the UNSC as a whole. Described as a flying fortress,{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} the G81 Condor is slow-moving but extremely powerful. Although it breaks several UNSC weapons platform and safety regulations, this does not impact its impressive combat performance.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}{{Ref/Reuse|PL}} | ||
The Condor gunship's armament consists of five twin [[pulse laser]]s, whose high rate-of-fire and ability to independently target enemy units makes them ideal against massed opponents. A [[Ballista]] mini-[[MAC]] turret is also fitted, whose power allows it to defeat heavy targets. It can be upgraded to fire three shots in rapid | The Condor gunship's armament consists of five twin [[pulse laser]]s, whose high rate-of-fire and ability to independently target enemy units makes them ideal against massed opponents. A [[Ballista]] mini-[[MAC]] turret is also fitted, whose power allows it to defeat heavy targets. It can be upgraded to fire three shots in rapid succession. The weapon systems are powered by older capacitor banks which replace the slipspace drive, which also removes its faster-than-light capabilities.{{Ref/Reuse|PL}} | ||
==Operational history== | ==Operational history== | ||
Condor gunships were created in [[2559]] during the [[Second Ark Conflict]]. The AI Isabel modified several civilian [[D81-LRT Condor|D81-LRT]] airframes to provide heavy air support for the ground forces of the ''Spirit''. It was first employed during the [[Banished]] attack on the [[control room]] of [[Installation 09]]. <ref>''Halo Wars 2'', campaign level [[Last Stand (Halo Wars 2 level)|Last Stand]]</ref> One of the G81s employed by ''Spirit of Fire'' were destroyed by Forerunner defenses during [[Operation: SPEARBREAKER]], in an attempt to stop a [[Forerunner]] {{Class|Despair|fighter}} from being launched by the Banished.<ref>''Halo Wars 2'', campaign level [[Not on My Watch]]</ref> | Condor gunships were created in [[2559]] during the [[Second Ark Conflict]]. The AI Isabel modified several civilian [[D81-LRT Condor|D81-LRT]] airframes to provide heavy air support for the ground forces of the ''Spirit''. It was first employed during the [[Banished]] attack on the [[control room]] of [[Installation 09]].<ref>''Halo Wars 2'', campaign level [[Last Stand (Halo Wars 2 level)|Last Stand]]</ref> One of the G81s employed by ''Spirit of Fire'' were destroyed by Forerunner defenses during [[Operation: SPEARBREAKER]], in an attempt to stop a [[Forerunner]] {{Class|Despair|fighter}} from being launched by the Banished.<ref>''Halo Wars 2'', campaign level [[Not on My Watch]]</ref> | ||
==Gameplay== | ==Gameplay== | ||
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*'''Tier:''' 3 | *'''Tier:''' 3 | ||
*'''Cost:''' Population 40, Supplies 2,000, Power 2,000 | *'''Cost:''' Population 40, Supplies 2,000, Power 2,000 | ||
The G81 Condor can be built by all UNSC leaders at the Firebase. As the Super Unit for UNSC, it is able to take on both [[ | *'''Building Time:''' 120 Seconds / 102 Seconds / 90 Seconds / 78 Seconds (No Logistics to Logistics Level 3 applied) | ||
The G81 Condor can be built by all UNSC leaders at the Firebase. As the Super Unit for UNSC, it is able to take on both [[Barukaza Workshop Scarab]]s and [[Retriever Sentinel]]s. It is effective against vehicles, aircraft, and structures, but is only okay against infantry. In [[Blitz]], the Condor costs 300 energy, and is only on the field for 60 seconds. | |||
In gameplay, the Condor can effectively strike slow-moving targets. A main drawback of the G81 Condor is that it's not capable of hitting any fast-moving unit - for instance, Ghosts, Hornets, Banshees, and other units can quickly evade its projectiles. Therefore, a constant escort for G81 Condor is required. Its Mini MAC abilities deal small area-of-effect damage and are devastating to all units that get hit. Do note that the Mini MAC may also miss when attempting to hit fast-moving targets. | |||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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File:HW2-G81&AC220.png|A G81 Condor and [[AC-220 Vulture]] defend Ellen Anders from the Banished on Installation 00. | File:HW2-G81&AC220.png|A G81 Condor and [[AC-220 Vulture]] defend Ellen Anders from the Banished on Installation 00. | ||
File:HW2-BlitzG81.jpg|[[Blitz]] card of G81 Condor heavy gunship. | File:HW2-BlitzG81.jpg|[[Blitz]] card of G81 Condor heavy gunship. | ||
File:HW2-air battle.jpg|A G81 Condor and D77-TC Pelicans engage Banished [[Type-26 Banshee]]s and | File:HW2-air battle.jpg|A G81 Condor and D77-TC Pelicans engage Banished [[Type-26 Banshee]]s and {{Pattern|Dextro Xur|Spirit}}s. | ||
File:HW2-D77vsG81.jpg|Comparison between the D77-TC Pelican and G81 Condor. | File:HW2-D77vsG81.jpg|Comparison between the D77-TC Pelican and G81 Condor. | ||
File:HW2-Domination.png|G81 Condors and Banished Scarabs attack a Firebase during a game of [[Domination]]. | File:HW2-Domination.png|G81 Condors and Banished Scarabs attack a Firebase during a game of [[Domination]]. | ||
Latest revision as of 08:39, March 15, 2024
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42.8 meters (140.4 ft)[1] |
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25.2 meters (82.6 ft)[1] |
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13.0 meters (42.5 ft)[1] |
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None[2] |
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The G81 Heavy Gunship, also known as the G81 Condor is a custom heavy gunship variant of the D81-LRT Condor dropship employed by the stranded UNSC Spirit of Fire during the Second Ark Conflict.[1] It was created by Isabel.[2]
Design details[edit]
The AC-220 Vulture is currently the heaviest “official” standard combat air unit the United Nations Space Command has to offer, since the condor gunship is custom made and not utilized by the UNSC as a whole. Described as a flying fortress,[1] the G81 Condor is slow-moving but extremely powerful. Although it breaks several UNSC weapons platform and safety regulations, this does not impact its impressive combat performance.[1][2]
The Condor gunship's armament consists of five twin pulse lasers, whose high rate-of-fire and ability to independently target enemy units makes them ideal against massed opponents. A Ballista mini-MAC turret is also fitted, whose power allows it to defeat heavy targets. It can be upgraded to fire three shots in rapid succession. The weapon systems are powered by older capacitor banks which replace the slipspace drive, which also removes its faster-than-light capabilities.[2]
Operational history[edit]
Condor gunships were created in 2559 during the Second Ark Conflict. The AI Isabel modified several civilian D81-LRT airframes to provide heavy air support for the ground forces of the Spirit. It was first employed during the Banished attack on the control room of Installation 09.[3] One of the G81s employed by Spirit of Fire were destroyed by Forerunner defenses during Operation: SPEARBREAKER, in an attempt to stop a Forerunner Despair-class fighter from being launched by the Banished.[4]
Gameplay[edit]
Halo Wars 2[edit]
- Info: Targets multiple units, Devastating attack, Very heavy armor, Super Unit.
- Abilities: Mini MAC
- Tier: 3
- Cost: Population 40, Supplies 2,000, Power 2,000
- Building Time: 120 Seconds / 102 Seconds / 90 Seconds / 78 Seconds (No Logistics to Logistics Level 3 applied)
The G81 Condor can be built by all UNSC leaders at the Firebase. As the Super Unit for UNSC, it is able to take on both Barukaza Workshop Scarabs and Retriever Sentinels. It is effective against vehicles, aircraft, and structures, but is only okay against infantry. In Blitz, the Condor costs 300 energy, and is only on the field for 60 seconds.
In gameplay, the Condor can effectively strike slow-moving targets. A main drawback of the G81 Condor is that it's not capable of hitting any fast-moving unit - for instance, Ghosts, Hornets, Banshees, and other units can quickly evade its projectiles. Therefore, a constant escort for G81 Condor is required. Its Mini MAC abilities deal small area-of-effect damage and are devastating to all units that get hit. Do note that the Mini MAC may also miss when attempting to hit fast-moving targets.
Gallery[edit]
A Condor defends Ellen Anders on Installation 09.
A Condor gunship in the Halo Wars 2 - Blitz Beta.
A G81 Condor and AC-220 Vulture defend Ellen Anders from the Banished on Installation 00.
Blitz card of G81 Condor heavy gunship.
A G81 Condor and D77-TC Pelicans engage Banished Type-26 Banshees and Dextro Xur-pattern Spirits.
Comparison between the D77-TC Pelican and G81 Condor.
G81 Condors and Banished Scarabs attack a Firebase during a game of Domination.
List of appearances[edit]
- Halo Wars 2 (First appearance)
Sources[edit]
- ^ a b c d e f g Halo Waypoint: Canon Fodder - The Art of War(s)
- ^ a b c d e Halo Wars 2, Phoenix Logs - Condor Gunship
- ^ Halo Wars 2, campaign level Last Stand
- ^ Halo Wars 2, campaign level Not on My Watch
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