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Line 1: {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech − |image = Shootist TRO3058U.jpg + |image=Shootist.jpg − |name = ''Shootist'' + |name=Shootist − |manufacturer = [[Mitchell Vehicles]]<ref name=TRSWp136f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 136–137: "ST-8A Shootist"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U --> + |manufacturer=[[Mitchell Vehicles]]<ref name=TRO:3058U/> − |model = ST-8A<ref name=TRSWp136f /> + |model=ST-8A − |production year = 2621 + |production year=2621 − |cost = 6,555,229 C-bills + |cost= 6,555,229 C-bills − |Tech Base = Inner Sphere + |Tech Base=Inner Sphere − |mech type = BattleMech + |mech type=BattleMech − |mass = 70 + |mass=70 − |chassis = [[Dennenbach-Mitchell Mark IV]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp136f /> --> + |chassis=Dennenbach-Mitchell Mark IV − |armor = [[MV Ferro-Fibrous]] with [[CASE]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp136f /> --> + |armor=MV [[Ferro-Fibrous]] − |engine = [[VOX 280]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp136f /> --> + |engine=[[VOX 280]] − |comsys = [[Domman Echo II]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp136f /> --> + |comsys=[[Domman Echo II]] − |T&T = [[Wayne Marksman]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp136f /> -->+ |speed=64.8 − |heat sinks = 13 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp136f /> -->+ |armament= − |speed = 64 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp136f /> --> + *1x [[Autocannon/20]] − |armament = <!-- <ref name=TRSWp136f /> --> + *1x [[ER Large Laser]] − *1x [[autocannon/20]] + *2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s − *1x [[ER large laser]] + *1x [[Small Laser]] − *2x [[medium pulse laser]] + |BV (1.0) = 1,277<ref name=TRO:3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 218-219, "Shootist Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 288</ref> − *1x [[small laser]] + |BV (2.0) = 1,507<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 250</ref> − |BV (1.0) = 1,277<ref name=TRO:3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 218–219: "Shootist Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 288</ref> − |BV (2.0) = 1,507<ref name=TRSWp136f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 250</ref> }} }} ==Description== ==Description== − The '''''Shootist''''' first saw service in [[Introduction Year::2621]] as a heavily armored, electronic warfare-capable command [['Mech]] for [[SLDF]] [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Royal BattleMech Regiments]]. However, the ''Shootist''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s upgraded electronic suites proved no match for the cutting edge of electronic warfare of its own time. When the ''[[BattleMaster]]'' eclipsed the ''Shootist'' in its intended role as a command vehicle merely ten years after its introduction, the SLDF changed the ''Shootist''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s mission parameters. The ''Shootist''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s balanced mix of weapons and speed along with its heavy armor allowed it a new role: juggernaut for close-combat heavy lances. Later it found further use as a bodyguard unit for command lances. However, this role did not prove favorable to the longevity of the ''Shootist''. Since the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], this [[BattleMech]] is rarely seen outside of the [[Com Guards]], [[Word of Blake Militia]], and ancient [[Clan]] [[Brian Cache]]s.<ref>''The Black Thorns'', pp. 60–61</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 126</ref><ref name=TRO:3058U/> + The '''''Shootist''''' first saw service in [[Introduction Year::2621]] as a heavily armored, electronic warfare-capable command [['Mech]] for [[SLDF]] [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Royal BattleMech Regiments]]. However, the ''Shootist'''s upgraded electronic suites proved no match for the cutting edge of electronic warfare of its own time. When the ''[[BattleMaster]]'' eclipsed the ''Shootist'' in its intended role as a command vehicle merely ten years after its introduction, the SLDF changed the ''Shootist'''s mission parameters. The ''Shootist'''s balanced mix of weapons and speed along with its heavy armor allowed it a new role: juggernaut for close-combat heavy lances. Later it found further use as a bodyguard unit for command lances. However, this role did not prove favorable to the longevity of the ''Shootist''. Since the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], this [[BattleMech]] is rarely seen outside of the [[ComGuard]]s, [[Word of Blake Militia]], and ancient [[Clan]] [[Brian Cache]]s.<ref>''The Black Thorns'', pp. 60-61</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 126</ref><ref name=TRO:3058U/> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The ''Shootist'' has a top speed of 64.8 km/h, giving it an average level of mobility for a heavy 'Mech. The 'Mech has thirteen [[double heat sink]]s that allow the ''Shootist'' to dissipate the waste heat that is produced by its heavy weapons payload. The ''Shootist'' carries twelve tons of MV [[ferro-fibrous]] armor with [[CASE]] to protect the 'Mech in the event of an ammunition explosion.<ref name=TRO:3058U/> + The ''Shootist'' has a top speed of 64.8 km/h, giving it an average level of mobility for a heavy 'Mech. The 'Mech has thirteen [[double heat sink]]s that allow the ''Shootist'' to dissipate the waste heat that is produced by its heavy weapons payload. The ''Shootist'' carries twelve tons of MV [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor with [[CASE]] to protect the 'Mech in the event of an ammunition explosion.<ref name=TRO:3058U/> − The ''Shootist'' is armed to engage an enemy at various ranges. The only long-range weapon on the 'Mech is a Blankenburg [[ER Large Laser]] that has an effective range of five hundred and seventy meters. For medium to close range combat, the ''Shootist'' carries a devastating Deathgiver [[Autocannon/20]] which is capable of downing most light and even some medium 'Mechs in a single salvo. Finally, for point-blank defense, the 'Mech has two Blankenburg [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a Dinatech Mark III [[Small Laser]].<ref name=TRO:3058U/> + The ''Shootist'' is armed to engage an enemy at various ranges. The only long-range weapon on the 'Mech is a Blankenburg [[ER Large Laser]] that has an effective range of five hundred and seventy meters. For medium to close range combat, the ''Shootist'' carries a devastating Deathgiver [[Autocannon/20]] which is capable of downing most light and even some medium 'Mechs in a single salvo. Finally, for point blank defense, the 'Mech has two Blankenburg [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a Dinatech Mark III [[Small Laser]].<ref name=TRO:3058U/> ==Variants== ==Variants== − *; ST-8C : This new variant removes the Small Laser and upgrades the mediums to a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s. The weight savings enables the inclusion of a [[C3i Computer]].<ref name=TRSWp136f /> BV (1.0) = 1,283;<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 289</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,528<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 251</ref> + *;ST-8C : This new variant removes the Small Laser and upgrades the mediums to a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s. The weight savings enables the inclusion of a [[C3i Computer]]. BV (1.0) = 1,283<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 289</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,528<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 251</ref> − *; ST-9C : The 9C further modifies the 8C by removing the autocannon and a heat sink to make room for a [[Gauss rifle]], turning the ''Shootist'' into a support 'Mech.<ref name=TRSWp136f /> BV (1.0) = 1,535;<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 290</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,727<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 252</ref> + *;ST-9C : The 9C further modifies the 8C by removing the autocannon and a heat sink to make room for a [[Gauss Rifle]], turning the ''Shootist'' into a support 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,535<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 290</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,727<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 252</ref> − − ==Design Quirks== − The ''Shootist'' has the following [[Design Quirks|Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94: BattleMech Quirk Table - Shootist Entry</ref> − * [[Command BattleMech|Command 'Mech]] ==Notable Pilots== ==Notable Pilots== Line 49:
Line 43: ==Gallery== ==Gallery== <gallery> <gallery> − Shootist_TBTp61.png|Original ''Shootist'' from ''[[The Black Thorns]]'' + Image:Shootist_TBTp61.png|Original ''Shootist'' from ''[[The Black Thorns]]'' − Shootist TRO3058U.jpg|''Shootist'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade|TRO:3058U]]''+ File:Shootist.jpg|''Shootist'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' − Shootist TRO3058 p5.jpg|A ''Shootist'' standing in front of heads of the [[Unseen]] on pikes, from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' </gallery> </gallery> ==Notes== ==Notes== * A variant of the ''Shootist'' was present in the game [[MechCommander 2]]. * A variant of the ''Shootist'' was present in the game [[MechCommander 2]]. − * Originally, in ''The Black Thorns'', ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'', ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 & 3058]]'', and later in ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''; the ST-8A ''Shootist''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s primary weapons were in different locations. The AC/20 was in the left torso (with ammo and CASE in the right torso), the ER Large Laser was in the right arm, and a Medium Pulse Laser was in the left arm. The locations of the Small Laser and second Medium Pulse Laser remain the same. In ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'', ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrade Print Edition]]'', and ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' the weapons locations were corrected to match the artwork. + * Originally, in ''The Black Thorns'', ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'', ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 & 3058]]'', and later in ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''; the ST-8A ''Shootist's'' primary weapons were in different locations. The AC/20 was in the left torso (with ammo and CASE in the right torso), the ER Large Laser was in the right arm, and a Medium Pulse Laser was in the left arm. The locations of the Small Laser and second Medium Pulse Laser remain the same. In ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'', ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrade Print Edition]]'', and ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' the weapons locations were corrected to match the artwork. ==References== ==References== Line 62:
Line 55: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[The Black Thorns]]'' + *''[[The Black Thorns]]'' − * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' + *''[[Master Unit List]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' + − [[Category:'Mechs]] [[Category:BattleMechs]] [[Category:BattleMechs]] [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]]
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image = Shootist | + | |image=Shootist.jpg |
| − | |name = | + | |name=Shootist |
| − | |manufacturer = [[Mitchell Vehicles]]<ref name= | + | |manufacturer=[[Mitchell Vehicles]]<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
| − | |model = ST-8A | + | |model=ST-8A |
| − | |production year = 2621 | + | |production year=2621 |
| − | |cost = 6,555,229 C-bills | + | |cost= 6,555,229 C-bills |
| − | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere | + | |Tech Base=Inner Sphere |
| − | |mech type = BattleMech | + | |mech type=BattleMech |
| − | |mass = 70 | + | |mass=70 |
| − | |chassis = | + | |chassis=Dennenbach-Mitchell Mark IV |
| − | |armor = [[ | + | |armor=MV [[Ferro-Fibrous]] |
| − | |engine = [[VOX 280]] | + | |engine=[[VOX 280]] |
| − | |comsys = [[Domman Echo II]] | + | |comsys=[[Domman Echo II]] |
| − | + | |speed=64.8 | |
| − | + | |armament= | |
| − | |speed = 64 | + | *1x [[Autocannon/20]] |
| − | |armament = | + | *1x [[ER Large Laser]] |
| − | *1x [[ | + | *2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s |
| − | *1x [[ER | + | *1x [[Small Laser]] |
| − | *2x [[ | + | |BV (1.0) = 1,277<ref name=TRO:3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 218-219, "Shootist Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 288</ref> |
| − | *1x [[ | + | |BV (2.0) = 1,507<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 250</ref> |
| − | |BV (1.0) = 1,277<ref name=TRO:3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', | ||
| − | |BV (2.0) = 1,507 | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Shootist''''' first saw service in [[Introduction Year::2621]] as a heavily armored, electronic warfare-capable command [['Mech]] for [[SLDF]] [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Royal BattleMech Regiments]]. However, the ''Shootist'' | + | The '''''Shootist''''' first saw service in [[Introduction Year::2621]] as a heavily armored, electronic warfare-capable command [['Mech]] for [[SLDF]] [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Royal BattleMech Regiments]]. However, the ''Shootist'''s upgraded electronic suites proved no match for the cutting edge of electronic warfare of its own time. When the ''[[BattleMaster]]'' eclipsed the ''Shootist'' in its intended role as a command vehicle merely ten years after its introduction, the SLDF changed the ''Shootist'''s mission parameters. The ''Shootist'''s balanced mix of weapons and speed along with its heavy armor allowed it a new role: juggernaut for close-combat heavy lances. Later it found further use as a bodyguard unit for command lances. However, this role did not prove favorable to the longevity of the ''Shootist''. Since the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], this [[BattleMech]] is rarely seen outside of the [[ComGuard]]s, [[Word of Blake Militia]], and ancient [[Clan]] [[Brian Cache]]s.<ref>''The Black Thorns'', pp. 60-61</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 126</ref><ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Shootist'' has a top speed of 64.8 km/h, giving it an average level of mobility for a heavy 'Mech. The 'Mech has thirteen [[double heat sink]]s that allow the ''Shootist'' to dissipate the waste heat that is produced by its heavy weapons payload. The ''Shootist'' carries twelve tons of MV [[ | + | The ''Shootist'' has a top speed of 64.8 km/h, giving it an average level of mobility for a heavy 'Mech. The 'Mech has thirteen [[double heat sink]]s that allow the ''Shootist'' to dissipate the waste heat that is produced by its heavy weapons payload. The ''Shootist'' carries twelve tons of MV [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor with [[CASE]] to protect the 'Mech in the event of an ammunition explosion.<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
| − | The ''Shootist'' is armed to engage an enemy at various ranges. The only long-range weapon on the 'Mech is a Blankenburg [[ER Large Laser]] that has an effective range of five hundred and seventy meters. For medium to close range combat, the ''Shootist'' carries a devastating Deathgiver [[Autocannon/20]] which is capable of downing most light and even some medium 'Mechs in a single salvo. Finally, for point | + | The ''Shootist'' is armed to engage an enemy at various ranges. The only long-range weapon on the 'Mech is a Blankenburg [[ER Large Laser]] that has an effective range of five hundred and seventy meters. For medium to close range combat, the ''Shootist'' carries a devastating Deathgiver [[Autocannon/20]] which is capable of downing most light and even some medium 'Mechs in a single salvo. Finally, for point blank defense, the 'Mech has two Blankenburg [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a Dinatech Mark III [[Small Laser]].<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; ST-8C : This new variant removes the Small Laser and upgrades the mediums to a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s. The weight savings enables the inclusion of a [[C3i Computer]]. | + | *;ST-8C : This new variant removes the Small Laser and upgrades the mediums to a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s. The weight savings enables the inclusion of a [[C3i Computer]]. BV (1.0) = 1,283<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 289</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,528<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 251</ref> |
| − | *; ST-9C : The 9C further modifies the 8C by removing the autocannon and a heat sink to make room for a [[Gauss | + | *;ST-9C : The 9C further modifies the 8C by removing the autocannon and a heat sink to make room for a [[Gauss Rifle]], turning the ''Shootist'' into a support 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,535<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 290</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,727<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 252</ref> |
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==Notable Pilots== | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | Shootist_TBTp61.png|Original ''Shootist'' from ''[[The Black Thorns]]'' | + | Image:Shootist_TBTp61.png|Original ''Shootist'' from ''[[The Black Thorns]]'' |
| − | + | File:Shootist.jpg|''Shootist'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' | |
| − | Shootist | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
* A variant of the ''Shootist'' was present in the game [[MechCommander 2]]. | * A variant of the ''Shootist'' was present in the game [[MechCommander 2]]. | ||
| − | * Originally, in ''The Black Thorns'', ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'', ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 & 3058]]'', and later in ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''; the ST-8A ''Shootist'' | + | * Originally, in ''The Black Thorns'', ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'', ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 & 3058]]'', and later in ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''; the ST-8A ''Shootist's'' primary weapons were in different locations. The AC/20 was in the left torso (with ammo and CASE in the right torso), the ER Large Laser was in the right arm, and a Medium Pulse Laser was in the left arm. The locations of the Small Laser and second Medium Pulse Laser remain the same. In ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'', ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrade Print Edition]]'', and ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' the weapons locations were corrected to match the artwork. |
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * ''[[The Black Thorns]]'' | + | *''[[The Black Thorns]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | + | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' |
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[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] | ||