Destroyer (Earth-5875)

Destroyers are warship classifications that exist in the UNSC and the Covenant. Defined as "fast and maneuverable yet long-endurance", the main role of destroyers are to escort larger ships, mostly capital ships and colony ships.

Role
In the UNSC, destroyers are almost the same size of a frigate, although some, such as the Bougainville, are smaller. However, their designs emphasize strength and endurance over speed and versality. They are used as escorts for both military and civilian operations. The Covenant has their own classification for destroyers, having three notable classes that serve to escort larger ships, such as carriers. Additionally, they also serve as the sperhead of glassing operations.