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The '''''DDS''-class carrier''' | The '''''DDS''-class carrier'''{{Ref/Reuse|visual}} is a heavy [[warship]] within the now-defunct [[Covenant fleet]] that served as a force deployment and occupation warship.{{Ref/Reuse|visual}} | ||
==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
===Superstructure and hull=== | ===Superstructure and hull=== | ||
The ''DDS''-class carrier, unlike the larger and more powerful {{Class|CAS|assault carrier}}, is a less frequent, but powerful, [[warship]] within the [[Covenant fleet]]. The primary role of the ''DDS''-class carrier is to support [[Space warfare|fleet actions in space]], or as an infantry deployment platform. The ''DDS''-class carrier has three bulbous sections; its swollen center boasts a total of thirteen launch bays on both sides of the ship.<ref name="FoR">'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]''', ''page 146'', ''page 171'' (2010 edition)</ref> It is used for command and control of large numbers of deployment waves of [[space fighter]]s, [[dropship]]s, and interceptors. | The ''DDS''-class carrier, unlike the larger and more powerful {{Class|CAS|assault carrier}}, is a less frequent, but powerful, [[warship]] within the [[Covenant fleet]]. The primary role of the ''DDS''-class carrier is to support [[Space warfare|fleet actions in space]], or as an infantry deployment platform. The ''DDS''-class carrier has three bulbous sections; its swollen center boasts a total of thirteen launch bays on both sides of the ship.<ref name="FoR">'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]''', ''page 146'', ''page 171'' (2010 edition)</ref> It is used for command and control of large numbers of deployment waves of [[space fighter]]s, [[dropship]]s, and interceptors.{{Ref/Reuse|visual}} Like all [[warship]]s, these ships come in a variety of classes and sizes, though military observers note there are variance of weaponry, length, and estimated tonnage.<ref name="sybex">'''Sybex Halo: Combat Evolved PC Strategy Guide''', ''page 73''</ref> | ||
The carrier's hull is reinforced with over thirty meters of [[nanolaminate hull plating]] and equipped with [[energy shielding]].<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 266'' (2010 edition)</ref> A single [[plasma torpedo]] is capable of causing several layers of the hull to boil away. The shieldless hull of a ''DDS''-class carrier is capable of withstanding heat of up to three hundred degrees Celsius, with no actual damage done to the carrier's structure.<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''pages 76-79'' (2010 edition)</ref> Only at extreme temperatures of over seventeen hundred degrees Celsius does minor hull tearing and conduit melting occur.<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 84''</ref> However, at such high temperatures, the superstructure of the vessel becomes considerably softened.<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 223''</ref> | The carrier's hull is reinforced with over thirty meters of [[nanolaminate hull plating]] and equipped with [[energy shielding]].<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 266'' (2010 edition)</ref> A single [[plasma torpedo]] is capable of causing several layers of the hull to boil away. The shieldless hull of a ''DDS''-class carrier is capable of withstanding heat of up to three hundred degrees Celsius, with no actual damage done to the carrier's structure.<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''pages 76-79'' (2010 edition)</ref> Only at extreme temperatures of over seventeen hundred degrees Celsius does minor hull tearing and conduit melting occur.<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 84''</ref> However, at such high temperatures, the superstructure of the vessel becomes considerably softened.<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 223''</ref> | ||
===Complement and crew=== | ===Complement and crew=== | ||
The ''DDS''-class carrier boasts three hundred [[Type-31 Seraph]] [[starfighter]]s, | The ''DDS''-class carrier boasts three hundred [[Type-31 Seraph]] [[starfighter]]s,{{Ref/Reuse|ENC277}} divided into three different squadrons,<ref>'''[[Halo: First Strike]]''', ''page 155'', ''page 191'' (2010 edition)</ref> two hundred [[Type-26 Banshee]]s, and thirty-four [[dropship]]s—either [[Type-25 Spirit]]s or [[Type-52 Phantom]]s—that can be launched at any given moment from the thirteen launch bays located along the center sides of the ship.{{Ref/Reuse|ENC277}}{{Ref/Reuse|ency}} | ||
The ''DDS''-class carrier holds a crew of three to four thousand Covenant infantry, | The ''DDS''-class carrier holds a crew of three to four thousand Covenant infantry,{{Ref/Reuse|ency}} most of which were [[Huragok]] in the case of ''Ascendant Justice'', with a light company of [[Unggoy]] and only a hundred [[Sangheili]].<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 63''</ref> The crew was available for deployment on a moments notice via the ship's [[gravity lift]] when close to a world's surface. | ||
===Armaments=== | ===Armaments=== | ||
Like other ships within the Covenant fleet, the ''DDS''-class carrier boasts a vast array of energy weapons. The ''DDS''-class carrier is armed with seven [[plasma torpedo]] launchers, numerous [[pulse laser turret]]s, and anterior plasma cannons.<ref name="ency">'''[[Halo: Encyclopedia]]''', ''page 265''</ref> | Like other ships within the Covenant fleet, the ''DDS''-class carrier boasts a vast array of energy weapons. The ''DDS''-class carrier is armed with seven [[plasma torpedo]] launchers, numerous [[pulse laser turret]]s, and anterior plasma cannons.<ref name="ency">'''[[Halo: Encyclopedia]]''', ''page 265''</ref>{{Ref/Reuse|visual}} The "S", or Salvation, in the carrier's three-letter classification code, "DDS", indicates that the ''DDS''-class carrier is a dedicated warship.<ref name="canon fodder2">[https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-have-s-moa '''Halo Waypoint''': ''Canon Fodder: Have S'moa'']</ref> | ||
==Operational history== | ==Operational history== | ||
''DDS''-class carriers participated in the [[Fall of Reach|invasion]] of [[Reach]] and subsequent destruction of the planet.{{fact}} At least one, ''[[Ascendant Justice]]'', was assigned to the [[Fleet of Particular Justice]] and pursued {{UNSCShip|Pillar of Autumn}} to [[Installation 04]] after the battle.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', ''[[Priority Broadcast Log/Eleventh Cycle, Third Unit|Adjunct]]'' (2010 edition)</ref> | ''DDS''-class carriers participated in the [[Fall of Reach|invasion]] of [[Reach]] and subsequent destruction of the planet.{{fact}} At least one, ''[[Ascendant Justice]]'', was assigned to the [[Fleet of Particular Justice]] and pursued {{UNSCShip|Pillar of Autumn}} to [[Installation 04]] after the battle.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', ''[[Priority Broadcast Log/Eleventh Cycle, Third Unit|Adjunct]]'' (2010 edition)</ref>{{Ref/Reuse|canon fodder2}} Following the [[Battle of Installation 04]], ''Ascendant Justice'' was captured by [[UNSC]] forces and captained by Vice Admiral [[Danforth Whitcomb]],<ref>'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 79''</ref> until its destruction during [[Operation: FIRST STRIKE]].<ref name="fs396">'''Halo: First Strike''', ''page 396'' (2010 edition)</ref> | ||
==Ships of the line== | ==Ships of the line== | ||
*''[[Ascendant Justice]]'' – Participated in the [[Battle of Installation 04]], captured by UNSC, and was destroyed during [[Operation: FIRST STRIKE]] | *''[[Ascendant Justice]]'' – Participated in the [[Battle of Installation 04]], captured by UNSC, and was destroyed during [[Operation: FIRST STRIKE]]{{Ref/Reuse|fs396}} | ||
==List of appearances== | ==List of appearances== | ||
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The DDS-class carrier[1] is a heavy warship within the now-defunct Covenant fleet that served as a force deployment and occupation warship.[1]
Specifications
Superstructure and hull
The DDS-class carrier, unlike the larger and more powerful CAS-class assault carrier, is a less frequent, but powerful, warship within the Covenant fleet. The primary role of the DDS-class carrier is to support fleet actions in space, or as an infantry deployment platform. The DDS-class carrier has three bulbous sections; its swollen center boasts a total of thirteen launch bays on both sides of the ship.[5] It is used for command and control of large numbers of deployment waves of space fighters, dropships, and interceptors.[1] Like all warships, these ships come in a variety of classes and sizes, though military observers note there are variance of weaponry, length, and estimated tonnage.[6]
The carrier's hull is reinforced with over thirty meters of nanolaminate hull plating and equipped with energy shielding.[7] A single plasma torpedo is capable of causing several layers of the hull to boil away. The shieldless hull of a DDS-class carrier is capable of withstanding heat of up to three hundred degrees Celsius, with no actual damage done to the carrier's structure.[8] Only at extreme temperatures of over seventeen hundred degrees Celsius does minor hull tearing and conduit melting occur.[9] However, at such high temperatures, the superstructure of the vessel becomes considerably softened.[10]
Complement and crew
The DDS-class carrier boasts three hundred Type-31 Seraph starfighters,[2] divided into three different squadrons,[11] two hundred Type-26 Banshees, and thirty-four dropships—either Type-25 Spirits or Type-52 Phantoms—that can be launched at any given moment from the thirteen launch bays located along the center sides of the ship.[2][12]
The DDS-class carrier holds a crew of three to four thousand Covenant infantry,[12] most of which were Huragok in the case of Ascendant Justice, with a light company of Unggoy and only a hundred Sangheili.[13] The crew was available for deployment on a moments notice via the ship's gravity lift when close to a world's surface.
Armaments
Like other ships within the Covenant fleet, the DDS-class carrier boasts a vast array of energy weapons. The DDS-class carrier is armed with seven plasma torpedo launchers, numerous pulse laser turrets, and anterior plasma cannons.[12][1] The "S", or Salvation, in the carrier's three-letter classification code, "DDS", indicates that the DDS-class carrier is a dedicated warship.[14]
Operational history
DDS-class carriers participated in the invasion of Reach and subsequent destruction of the planet.Template:Fact At least one, Ascendant Justice, was assigned to the Fleet of Particular Justice and pursued UNSC Pillar of Autumn to Installation 04 after the battle.[15][14] Following the Battle of Installation 04, Ascendant Justice was captured by UNSC forces and captained by Vice Admiral Danforth Whitcomb,[16] until its destruction during Operation: FIRST STRIKE.[17]
Ships of the line
- Ascendant Justice – Participated in the Battle of Installation 04, captured by UNSC, and was destroyed during Operation: FIRST STRIKE[17]
List of appearances
- Halo: The Flood
- Adjunct (Mentioned only)
- Halo: First Strike (First appearance)
Sources
- ^ a b c d e f g Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, p. 28
- ^ a b c d e f g Halo Encyclopedia, p. 277 (2011)
- ^ Halo: First Strike, p. 233 (2010)
- ^ Halo: Ghosts of Onyx, p. 305
- ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, page 146, page 171 (2010 edition)
- ^ Sybex Halo: Combat Evolved PC Strategy Guide, page 73
- ^ Halo: First Strike, page 266 (2010 edition)
- ^ Halo: First Strike, pages 76-79 (2010 edition)
- ^ Halo: First Strike, page 84
- ^ Halo: First Strike, page 223
- ^ Halo: First Strike, page 155, page 191 (2010 edition)
- ^ a b c Halo: Encyclopedia, page 265
- ^ Halo: First Strike, page 63
- ^ a b Halo Waypoint: Canon Fodder: Have S'moa
- ^ Halo: The Flood, Adjunct (2010 edition)
- ^ Halo: First Strike, page 79
- ^ a b Halo: First Strike, page 396 (2010 edition)
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