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'''Ketches'''  are massive starships used by the [[Fallen]] that are capable of inter-system travel. The Fallen arrived on these ships in the wake of the [[Collapse]], disembarking to pillage the remnants of [[human]] civilization.<ref name = "GrimoireFallen">'''Bungie (2014-6-12)''', ''Destiny: Alpha PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Grimoire]]: [[Grimoire:Enemies#The Fallen|The Fallen]]''</ref> The [[Awoken]] of the [[Reef]] also employ Ketches presumably captured from Fallen foes during the [[Reef Wars]], as a number of Ketches in Reef livery participate in the battle against [[Oryx]]'s [[Hive]] fleet over [[Saturn]].<ref>'''Bungie (2015/9/15)''', ''[[Destiny]]: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[The Coming War]]''</ref> You can often distinguish a Ketches affiliation with a house by the colour of a line painted around the main engine (although, Ketches during Public Events, or a Ketch being deployed in gameplay, are shown to have a blue line, painted around the engine, instead of having the color of the House, it belongs to). In Destiny 2, Ketches were used by the [[House of Dusk]]'s to fight against the [[Red Legion]].<ref>[https://youtu.be/hdWkpbPTpmE?t=40s '''YouTube''' - ''Destiny 2 - Official Launch Trailer'']</ref>
'''Ketches'''  are massive starships used by the [[Fallen]] for interstellar travel. The Fallen arrived on these ships in the wake of the [[Collapse]], disembarking to pillage the remnants of [[human]] civilization.<ref name = "GrimoireFallen">'''Bungie (2014-6-12)''', ''Destiny: Alpha PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Grimoire]]: [[Grimoire:Enemies#The Fallen|The Fallen]]''</ref>  
 
The [[Awoken]] of the [[Reef]] also employ Ketches captured from the [[Reef Wars]], as a number of Ketches in Reef livery participate in the battle against [[Oryx]]'s [[Hive]] fleet over [[Saturn]].<ref>'''Bungie (2015/9/15)''', ''[[Destiny]]: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[The Coming War]]''</ref>  
 
In Destiny 2, Ketches can be seen again, as the [[House of Dusk]] use them to fight against the [[Red Legion]].<ref>[https://youtu.be/hdWkpbPTpmE?t=40s '''YouTube''' - ''Destiny 2 - Official Launch Trailer'']</ref>


==Overview and Layout==
==Overview and Layout==
[[File:SinkentoKetch.gif|thumb|right|300px|A House of Salvation Ketch]]
[[File:SinkentoKetch.gif|thumb|right|300px|A House of Salvation Ketch]]


The overall design of the Ketch falls in line with the organic nature of most of the architecture seen within Fallen culture. However given the current status of the Fallen as a species, they are often dirty and held together with pieces of metal that their crews come across. Also of note is the Ketch's status as a space ship, their purpose during the Eliksni's time with the Traveler has never been given and therefore what they were originally is still subject to speculation. Despite their condition, they still serve as capable warships for the Fallen and their power and resilence could be considered a clear sign of the Travelers influence on the Eliksni people.
The overall design of the Ketch falls in line with the organic nature of most of the architecture seen within Fallen culture.  
 
However given the current status of the Fallen as a species, they are often dirty and held together with the scraps of metal their crews come across. Despite their condition, they still serve as warships for the Fallen and their power and resilience is held in high regard.
 
The affiliation of a Ketch can be distinguished by the colour of the line painted around its main engine. However Ketches deployed during Public Events typically have a generic blue painted line.
 
Also of note is the Ketch's status as a space ship, as the Eliksni were able to govern multiple star systems with them. The interior of a Ketch often has a [[Pilot Servitor]] that aids the ships navigation.


==Known Ketches==
==Known Ketches==
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**[[Wolfship Orbiks-Fel]] (destroyed)<ref>'''Bungie (2015-14-5)''', ''Destiny, Activision Blizzard, Item Description: [[Chain of Orbiks-Fel]]</ref>
**[[Wolfship Orbiks-Fel]] (destroyed)<ref>'''Bungie (2015-14-5)''', ''Destiny, Activision Blizzard, Item Description: [[Chain of Orbiks-Fel]]</ref>
**[[Skolas' Ketch]]
**[[Skolas' Ketch]]
*House of Salvation
*[[House of Salvation]]
**TBC
**TBC


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**''[[Shadowkeep]]''
**''[[Shadowkeep]]''
**''[[Beyond Light]]''
**''[[Beyond Light]]''
==Notes==
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==References==
==References==

Revision as of 07:34, November 6, 2020

Ketch
FallenKetchInfobox.jpg
Production information

Manufacturer:

Fallen

Model:

Frigate

Technical specifications

Mass:

Unknown, possibly hundreds of tons

Hull:

Invulnerable

Armament:

Energy Cannons
Warp Drive

Crew:

Fallen

Complement:

Skiffs
Walkers[1]

Usage

Role(s):

Star Cruiser

Affiliation:

Fallen

 

Ketches are massive starships used by the Fallen for interstellar travel. The Fallen arrived on these ships in the wake of the Collapse, disembarking to pillage the remnants of human civilization.[2]

The Awoken of the Reef also employ Ketches captured from the Reef Wars, as a number of Ketches in Reef livery participate in the battle against Oryx's Hive fleet over Saturn.[3]

In Destiny 2, Ketches can be seen again, as the House of Dusk use them to fight against the Red Legion.[4]

Overview and Layout

File:SinkentoKetch.gif
A House of Salvation Ketch

The overall design of the Ketch falls in line with the organic nature of most of the architecture seen within Fallen culture.

However given the current status of the Fallen as a species, they are often dirty and held together with the scraps of metal their crews come across. Despite their condition, they still serve as warships for the Fallen and their power and resilience is held in high regard.

The affiliation of a Ketch can be distinguished by the colour of the line painted around its main engine. However Ketches deployed during Public Events typically have a generic blue painted line.

Also of note is the Ketch's status as a space ship, as the Eliksni were able to govern multiple star systems with them. The interior of a Ketch often has a Pilot Servitor that aids the ships navigation.

Known Ketches

Trivia

  • A "ketch" is a sailing craft with two masts, specifically a "main-mast" and a smaller "mizzen-mast".
  • Pilot Servitors are usually responsible for piloting Fallen Ketches.
  • The Vestian Outpost social space is made from the hull of a captured Ketch.
  • Ketches are potentially named after a Fallen House's Prime Servitor. An example would be Simiks-Fel, referring to Simiks Prime. The reference for Splicership Menkis-Syn is unconfirmed.
  • Ketches that are attached to a major Fallen House have the "-Fel" suffix, while possibly other Ketches belonging to Freelance fallen has the "-Syn" suffix. It's possible these are meant to differentiate whether a ship owes its allegiance to a Kell, or is commanded by a freelance Baron.
  • It is likely that the Wolfship Orbiks-Fel once belonged to Virixas, Kell of Wolves, until it met it's demise to the Queen's Harbinger attack. This victory is celebrated in the item description of Chain of Orbiks-Fel.
  • The Drifter is a abandoned Reef Ketch belonging to the House of Winter. It is possible that this Ketch was used to free Aksor, Archon Priest.
  • The House of Dusk have been seen to pilot 5 Ketches on various locations.
  • A idle Ketch can be spotted near the Tangled Shore, however it is unknown whether it belongs to the Spider's Crime Syndicate.
  • In the Beyond Light stasis trailer, a Ketch can be seen belonging to the House of Salvation. Another Ketch or even the same one can be seen hovering over the icy surface of Europa.
  • The House of Exile along with many other Fallen Houses deploy Ketches to initiate Public Events on many worlds around Sol, the objective of these events can rage from deploying an Eather Servitor, Glimmer Extractor or even Weapons Caches protected by a Spider Tank.
  • In the crucible map Memento, a unknown Ketch can be seen hovering above the European Dead Zone.

Gallery

  • Bottom view of a Ketch.

    Bottom view of a Ketch.

  • Rear view of a Ketch.

    Rear view of a Ketch.

  • Side view of a Ketch.

    Side view of a Ketch.

  • A House of Devils Ketch.

    A House of Devils Ketch.

  • Splicership Menkis-Syn.

    Splicership Menkis-Syn.

  • A Ketch above the crucible map Memento.

    A Ketch above the crucible map Memento.

  • A House of Exile Ketch.

    A House of Exile Ketch.

  • Skolas' Ketch above the Citadel.

    Skolas' Ketch above the Citadel.

  • Wolfship Kaliks-Syn.

    Wolfship Kaliks-Syn.

  • Back view of Wintership Simiks-Fel.

    Back view of Wintership Simiks-Fel.

  • A Ketch painted in Reef colors, during the Battle of Saturn.

    A Ketch painted in Reef colors, during the Battle of Saturn.

  • Concept Art of Ketch fleet of Reef engaging the Dreadnaught.

    Concept Art of Ketch fleet of Reef engaging the Dreadnaught.

  • A House of Dusk Ketch engaging Cabal ships over the Traveler shard in the European Dead Zone.

    A House of Dusk Ketch engaging Cabal ships over the Traveler shard in the European Dead Zone.

  • Ketch in the Tangled Shore

    Ketch in the Tangled Shore

  • A House of Salvation Ketch

    A House of Salvation Ketch

  • Wintership Simiks-Fel throne room

    Wintership Simiks-Fel throne room

  • Wintership Simiks-Fel interior

    Wintership Simiks-Fel interior

  • The Drifter interior

    The Drifter interior

  • Concept art of a Hunter roaming through a Ketch.

    Concept art of a Hunter roaming through a Ketch.

  • Traitors Ketch interior

    Traitors Ketch interior

  • Traitors Ketch Boss room

    Traitors Ketch Boss room

  • Concept art by Jesse van Dijk

    Concept art by Jesse van Dijk

  • Concept art by Dorje Bellbrook

    Concept art by Dorje Bellbrook

  • Grimoire anthology art by Piotr Jabłoński

    Grimoire anthology art by Piotr Jabłoński

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List of appearances

References

  1. ^ a b YouTube - Destiny House of Wolves: The Shadow Thief - Full Strike Gameplay (0:05)
  2. ^ Bungie (2014-6-12), Destiny: Alpha PlayStation 4, Activision Blizzard, Grimoire: The Fallen
  3. ^ Bungie (2015/9/15), Destiny: Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, The Coming War
  4. ^ YouTube - Destiny 2 - Official Launch Trailer
  5. ^ Bungie (2015-14-5), Destiny, Activision Blizzard, Item Description: Chain of Orbiks-Fel

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