: Ah, well in that case i think you're wrong again. The ship served as a large
: motivational focus for the kigyar faction presented in the novel, as tool
: to be used by a vengeful father, a serious threat to human security, and
: also a much needed asset for the remaining covenant under telcams rule.
: Seemed rather important to the overall plot line.

Oh, and i also loved the treatment she gave to the Huragok. Not enough love has been given to those dudes throughout the series. Pissed off organic machines are cool!