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| − | Developed by the [[Lyran Alliance]] in | + | Developed by the [[Lyran Alliance]] in [[3064]], the '''Bombast Laser''' was designed to be the ultimate word in [[laser]] weapons. During the design process, its engineers had to reduce weight of the weapon. This sacrifice came from the power supply, which made the weapon slow charging. |
To make up for this, the engineers added the ability for the warrior to adjust the yield of damage inflicted by the weapon. The power management, however, proved to be impractical and distracting in the field for its users. The weapon reached prototype production by [[3064]]. Its unusual pre-fire glow from building up its power became popular showy weapon on [[Solaris VII]].<ref>''Tactical Operations'', p. 320 - "Bombast fluff".</ref> | To make up for this, the engineers added the ability for the warrior to adjust the yield of damage inflicted by the weapon. The power management, however, proved to be impractical and distracting in the field for its users. The weapon reached prototype production by [[3064]]. Its unusual pre-fire glow from building up its power became popular showy weapon on [[Solaris VII]].<ref>''Tactical Operations'', p. 320 - "Bombast fluff".</ref> | ||
Revision as of 21:15, 2 July 2011
| Bombast Laser | |
| Production information | |
| Type | Energy Weapon |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere Experimental |
| Year Availability | 3064 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Heat | Various |
| Damage | 7 - 12 |
| Minimum Range | n/a |
| Short Range | 1-5 |
| Medium Range | 6-10 |
| Long Range | 11-15 |
| Tons | 7 |
| Critical Slots | 3 |
| Ammo Per Ton | n/a |
| Cost (unloaded) | 200,000 |
| Ammo Cost (per ton) | n/a |
| BV (2.0) | 137[1] |
Contents
Description
Developed by the Lyran Alliance in 3064, the Bombast Laser was designed to be the ultimate word in laser weapons. During the design process, its engineers had to reduce weight of the weapon. This sacrifice came from the power supply, which made the weapon slow charging.
To make up for this, the engineers added the ability for the warrior to adjust the yield of damage inflicted by the weapon. The power management, however, proved to be impractical and distracting in the field for its users. The weapon reached prototype production by 3064. Its unusual pre-fire glow from building up its power became popular showy weapon on Solaris VII.[2]
Technology Rating
E/X-X-E
Notes
Notable 'Mechs, Vehicles, Aerospace Fighter that have used Bombard Laser part of its equipment can be found in following publications.
Rules
Game Rules
The Bombast Laser is an adjusted damage weapon. When the weapon is fired the pilot chooses to set it to a damage rating from 7 to 12. However this brings with it a targeting modifier according to the following formula: (current damage - minimum damage) / 2; rounded up.