FCNS Blenheim

The UNSC Blenheim is the lead ship of the experimental and later cancelled Blenheim-class battleship built to test technologies, designs and strategies in the developing form of space combat. The first UNSC ship to exceed one kilometre in length, she was at the time of her construction the most advanced and powerful spacefaring vessel ever constructed. Because she was built to test new technologies and strategies in space, the Blenheim had a modular design that meant that she nearly never had the same loadout after each mission. That said, she did normally have hull plating made out of explosive-resistant steel followed by six metres of lead to protect against radiation. She also had a ventral hangar designed to house frigate-sized vessels.

After being commissioned on the 3rd June 2413, the Blenheim was launched to pacify the most hostile regions in known space, being commanded by Rear Admiral Dean Drake. Operating out of the deep-space drydock GJ 1005-Alpha, the Blenheim would target known pirate outposts, investigate anomalies of significant interest and participate in interstellar exercises. When war was finally declared, the Blenheim was immediately dispatched to secure the nearby space of any rebelling colonies in hopes of destroying any rumoured warships the rebels had at their disposal - because no such ships existed, she would see very little action. Because of this, the Blenheim was disarmed and left in orbit of Falkirk to be used as an orbital construction vessel, remaining largely inactive for the majority of its service here.