New Carthage was a UEG-controlled Inner Colony.[1]
History[]
The planet was founded during the Domus Diaspora.[1]
Despite its size and doubtlessly considerable contributions to the war effort, New Carthage survived the Human-Covenant war unscathed.[citation needed]
Post-war[]
In 2554, a UNSC corvette UNSC Sagan Blue intercepted two Kig-Yar pirate DAS-class storm cutters over New Carthage.[2]
At some point in either 2557 or 2558, one of the energy reactors for the city of Pilvros became highly unstable, forcing the entire city to be evacuated.[3]
Economy[]
Many large corporations made their headquarters on the planet, aiding Earth's post-war economic recovery. These corporations served as economic powerhouses, leading to flourishing growth rates.[4]
Corporations on Planet[]
Some corporations have decided to call New Carthage home, either through building office buildings or industrial complexes. These are the known ones:
Government[]
Defenses[]
Not much is known about the defensive capabilities of New Carthage. It is known, however, that there are Orbital Defense Platforms, defending the planet.[5][6]
Culture[]
Sports[]
New Carthage is known to have extreme racing courses and competitions. They include deadly wildlife, rugged terrain, and weaponry. One such competition is known as the New Carthage Sprint Series.[7]
Physical Aspects[]
Topography[]
It soon became a thriving colony, with a large civilian population. The planet was home to many large cities, including the metropolis of Pilvros and the industrial center of Kotka.
Ground Locations[]
- Pori
- Kotka
- WG/Facility 93-00/Kotka
- Kotka
- Pilvros
Known Residents[]
Born On[]
These were the people who were born on New Carthage.
Trivia[]
- Despite its North African namesake, it is likely that the original colonists of New Carthage were of Finnish descent, as several locations on the planet bear Finnish names.
- Hannibal Weapon Systems has its home on New Carthage, obviously a nod to the most distinguished leader of the original Carthage, General Hannibal.
Gallery[]
Appearances[]
- Halo 4 (First appearance)
Sources[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Halo Mythos: A Guide to the Story of Halo - Page 54
- ↑ Halo Waypoint: Cannon Fodder - Stay Frosty
- ↑ Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide - Page 227
- ↑ Halo Waypoint: Perdition Screenshot Gallery (Defunct, copy on Wayback Machine)
- ↑ IGN Daily Fix: Halo 4 Details
- ↑ Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide - Page 154
- ↑ Halo Waypoint: Canon Fodder - Driving Force