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|manufacturer=[[Vengeance Incorporated]]<ref name="TRO:3067p47+">''Technical Readout: 3067'', pp. 47–48: "LDT-1 Brigand"</ref>
 
|manufacturer=[[Vengeance Incorporated]]<ref name="TRO:3067p47+">''Technical Readout: 3067'', pp. 47–48: "LDT-1 Brigand"</ref>
 
| production year=3065
 
| production year=3065
|year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3859/ MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
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|year reference= <ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3859/ MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|model=LDT-1
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|model=LDT-1<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
 
|class=Light
 
|class=Light
 
|cost= 2,286,250 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/>
 
|cost= 2,286,250 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/>
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|mech type= BattleMech
 
|mech type= BattleMech
 
|mass=25
 
|mass=25
|chassis=[[Contraband]]
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|chassis=[[Contraband]]<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
|armor=[[Haven Cent]]
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|armor=[[Haven Cent]]<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
|engine=[[GM 150]]
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|engine=[[GM 150]]<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
|comsys=[[Contraband]]
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|comsys=[[Contraband]]<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
|T&T=[[Contraband]]
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|T&T=[[Contraband]]<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
|heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]]
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|heat sinks=10 [[double heat sink]]s<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
|speed=97.2
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|speed=97.2<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
|jumpjets=[[Contraband]]
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|jumpjets=[[Contraband]]<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
 
|armament=
 
|armament=
* 2x [[ER medium laser]]
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* 2x [[ER medium laser]]s<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
* 2x [[medium pulse laser]]
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* 2x [[Medium pulse laser]]s<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
 
|BV (1.0) = 721<ref name="COp137">''Combat Operations'', p. 137: "Force Faction Tables - Periphery"</ref>
 
|BV (1.0) = 721<ref name="COp137">''Combat Operations'', p. 137: "Force Faction Tables - Periphery"</ref>
 
|BV (2.0) = 771<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 65</ref>
 
|BV (2.0) = 771<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 65</ref>
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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
The '''''Brigand''''' is a [[BattleMech]] that is surrounded by a sea of controversy as it is the first 'Mech to be produced by a [[Pirates|pirate]] band. Manufactured by a company named [[Vengeance Incorporated]], which is run by the pirates of the [[Haven Star Cluster]] and [[Paula Trevaline |"Lady Death" Trevaline]], the ''Brigand'' represents an unprecedented threat because in spite of the fact that it is built by pirates, it uses advanced construction techniques and weapons. Prior to the [[Jihad]] most of the constructed ''Brigand''s were used in raids against the [[Taurian Concordat]], the majority of the design with pirates operating out of the Haven Star Cluster with a few others in the forces of [[Vance Rezak]]'s [[Band of the Damned|band]], the [[Tortuga Fusiliers]], ''[[Shen-sè Tian]]'' and [[Marcadia Brothers]].<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
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The '''''Brigand''''' is a [[BattleMech]] that is surrounded by a sea of controversy as it is the first 'Mech to be produced by a [[Pirates|pirate]] band. Manufactured by a company named [[Vengeance Incorporated]], which is run by the pirates of the [[Haven Star Cluster]] and [[Paula Trevaline |"Lady Death" Trevaline]], the ''Brigand'' represents an unprecedented threat because in spite of the fact that it is built by pirates, it uses advanced construction techniques and weapons. Prior to the [[Jihad]] most of the constructed ''Brigand''s were used in raids against the [[Taurian Concordat]], the majority of the design with pirates operating out of the Haven Star Cluster with a few others in the forces of [[Vance Rezak]]'s band, the [[Tortuga Fusiliers]], [[Shen-sè Tian]] and [[Marcadia Brothers]].<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
  
 
The success of the ''Brigand'' and the [[Tortuga Prime]] pirates drew the attention of the [[Word of Blake]], who offered additional clandestine resources to improve and upgrade the capability and production of Vengeance Incorporated, spawning a number of new variants of the ''Brigand''.<ref name=HTPT-4>''Historical Turning Points: Tortuga'', p. 4: "Tortuga Prime"</ref> During the [[Filtvelt Coalition]]'s disastrous raid against Tortuga Prime in [[3076]], [[The Thumpers]] stumbled upon five highly advanced and deadly prototypes, the features of which were ultimately distilled into the LDT-5 variant that would continue to plague the Coalition and other nearby [[Periphery]] realms following the Blakists' fall.<ref name=HTPT-23/>
 
The success of the ''Brigand'' and the [[Tortuga Prime]] pirates drew the attention of the [[Word of Blake]], who offered additional clandestine resources to improve and upgrade the capability and production of Vengeance Incorporated, spawning a number of new variants of the ''Brigand''.<ref name=HTPT-4>''Historical Turning Points: Tortuga'', p. 4: "Tortuga Prime"</ref> During the [[Filtvelt Coalition]]'s disastrous raid against Tortuga Prime in [[3076]], [[The Thumpers]] stumbled upon five highly advanced and deadly prototypes, the features of which were ultimately distilled into the LDT-5 variant that would continue to plague the Coalition and other nearby [[Periphery]] realms following the Blakists' fall.<ref name=HTPT-23/>
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Constructed from components either stolen or purchased via the [[black market]], the ''Brigand'' is built on a contraband [[endo steel]] chassis and is powered by a [[GM 150]] [[fusion engine]] that gives it a top speed of 97.2 km/h. The 'Mech's speed is augmented by six contraband [[jump jet]]s that allow the 'Mech to jump up to 180 meters. For protection, the ''Brigand'' has four tons of [[Haven Cent]] armor, the only locally produced component. This meager protection is almost entirely on the front of the 'Mech, with the ''Brigand'' featuring less than half a ton to the rear, a specific request reportedly ordered by Lady Death Trevaline herself, to ensure her pirate [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] would keep fighting and not retreat.<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
 
Constructed from components either stolen or purchased via the [[black market]], the ''Brigand'' is built on a contraband [[endo steel]] chassis and is powered by a [[GM 150]] [[fusion engine]] that gives it a top speed of 97.2 km/h. The 'Mech's speed is augmented by six contraband [[jump jet]]s that allow the 'Mech to jump up to 180 meters. For protection, the ''Brigand'' has four tons of [[Haven Cent]] armor, the only locally produced component. This meager protection is almost entirely on the front of the 'Mech, with the ''Brigand'' featuring less than half a ton to the rear, a specific request reportedly ordered by Lady Death Trevaline herself, to ensure her pirate [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] would keep fighting and not retreat.<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
  
Offensively, the ''Brigand'' carries a [[Diverse Optics (ER medium laser)|Diverse Optics]] [[ER medium laser]] in each arm for medium range combat, supported by two [[Precision Weaponry#Sutel Precision Line|Sutel Precision Line]] [[medium pulse laser]]s carried in its side torsos for close combat, stockpiles of these advanced weapon secured via a combination of theft and graft. Complemented by ten [[double heat sink]]s, the 'Mech utilizes an arsenal consisting only of lasers to limit the amount of logistical support needed.<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
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Offensively, the ''Brigand'' carries a [[Diverse Optics (ER medium laser)|Diverse Optics]] [[ER medium laser]] in each arm for medium range combat, supported by two [[Sutel Precision Line (Medium pulse laser)|Sutel Precision Line]] [[medium pulse laser]]s carried in its side torsos for close combat, stockpiles of these advanced weapon secured via a combination of theft and graft. Complemented by ten [[double heat sink]]s, the 'Mech utilizes an arsenal consisting only of lasers to limit the amount of logistical support needed.<ref name="TRO:3067p47+"/>
  
 
== Variants ==
 
== Variants ==
 
*; LDT-X1 : A variant of the ''Brigand'' intended to bring more firepower on a target at the sacrifice of accuracy. Developed in [[Introduction Year::3066]],<ref name="MUL2"/> the X1 removes the two [[medium pulse laser]]s and replaces them with four [[medium laser]]s. BV (1.0) = 838;<ref name="COp137"/> BV (2.0) = 937<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 66</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3860/brigand-ldt-x1/ MUL online entry for the Brigand LDT-X1 variant]''</ref>
 
*; LDT-X1 : A variant of the ''Brigand'' intended to bring more firepower on a target at the sacrifice of accuracy. Developed in [[Introduction Year::3066]],<ref name="MUL2"/> the X1 removes the two [[medium pulse laser]]s and replaces them with four [[medium laser]]s. BV (1.0) = 838;<ref name="COp137"/> BV (2.0) = 937<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 66</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3860/brigand-ldt-x1/ MUL online entry for the Brigand LDT-X1 variant]''</ref>
  
*; LDT-X2 : Something of a quick strike version of the ''Brigand'' also developed in 3066, the X2 removes the two [[medium pulse laser]]s and replaces them with four [[Rocket Launcher 15]]s. These give the 'Mech an astounding amount of firepower in one shot making it a serious threat to other [[BattleMech#Light|light]] 'Mechs when encountered. BV (1.0) = 780;<ref name="COp137"/> BV (2.0) = 764<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 67</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3861/brigand-ldt-x2/ MUL online entry for the Brigand LDT-X2 variant]''</ref>
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*; LDT-X2 : Something of a quick strike version of the ''Brigand'' also developed in 3066, the X2 removes the two [[medium pulse laser]]s and replaces them with four [[Rocket Launcher 15]]s. These give the 'Mech an astounding amount of firepower in one shot making it a serious threat to other light 'Mechs when encountered. BV (1.0) = 780;<ref name="COp137"/> BV (2.0) = 764<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 67</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3861/brigand-ldt-x2/ MUL online entry for the Brigand LDT-X2 variant]''</ref>
  
*; LDT-X3 : This version introduced in [[Introduction Year::3075]]<ref name="MUL4"/> drops the lasers and replaces them with arm mounted [[Light Particle Projector Cannon#Moscovia|Moscovia]] [[light PPC]]s from a 3074 raid on a Taurian storehouse and torso mounted [[Flameshot]] [[flamer]]s that "fell off a [[DropShip]]" in 3073. It is also equipped with an [[XL fusion engine]] and carries half a ton more armor. BV (2.0) = 695<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 68</ref><ref name="MUL4">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5653/brigand-ldt-x3/ MUL online entry for the Brigand LDT-X3 variant]''</ref>
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*; LDT-X3 : This version introduced in [[Introduction Year::3075]]<ref name="MUL4"/> drops the lasers and replaces them with arm mounted [[light PPC]]s and torso mounted [[flamer]]s. It is also equipped with an [[XL fusion engine]] and carries half a ton more armor. BV (2.0) = 695<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 68</ref><ref name="MUL4">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5653/brigand-ldt-x3/ MUL online entry for the Brigand LDT-X3 variant]''</ref>
  
*; LDT-X4 : This [[Introduction Year::3078]]<ref name="MUL5"/>''Brigand'' variant uses a [[light fusion engine]]. Offensively, it carries three [[ER medium laser]]s and a Moscovia [[light PPC]]. It also carries [[triple strength myomer]], which allows it to inflict twice as much damage in physical combat and burst speeds of 110 km/h. It also carries slightly more armor than the base model. BV (2.0) = 1,038<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 69</ref><ref name="MUL5">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5654/brigand-ldt-x4/ MUL online entry for the Brigand LDT-X4 variant]''</ref>
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*; LDT-X4 : This [[Introduction Year::3078]]<ref name="MUL5"/> ''Brigand'' variant uses a [[light fusion engine]]. Offensively, it carries three [[ER medium laser]]s and a [[light PPC]]. It also carries [[Triple Strength Myomer]], which allows it to inflict twice as much damage in physical combat and burst speeds of 110 km/h. It also carries slightly more armor than the base model. BV (2.0) = 1,038<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 69</ref><ref name="MUL5">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5654/brigand-ldt-x4/ MUL online entry for the Brigand LDT-X4 variant]''</ref>
  
 
*; LDT-5 : First encountered on [[Lackland]] in [[3083]], the LDT-5 is a well-designed raiding 'Mech that combines the best features of the LDT-XPR prototypes. Faster than any previous ''Brigand'' thanks to the use of an [[Omni 175]] [[extralight engine]] to reach a top speed of 111 km/h, the LDT-5 retains the [[endo steel]] chassis to carry five and a half tons of [[standard armor|standard plate]]. Equipped with three [[medium laser]]s spread across its three torso sections, the LDT-5 carries a [[mace]] in the left arm, enhancing its close combat ability but also limiting how much booty the LDT-5 can make off with. Seven [[jump jet]]s provide a 210 meter jump capability. BV (2.0) = 762<ref name=HTPT-23>''Historical Turning Points: Tortuga'', p. 23: "LDT-5 Brigand"</ref>
 
*; LDT-5 : First encountered on [[Lackland]] in [[3083]], the LDT-5 is a well-designed raiding 'Mech that combines the best features of the LDT-XPR prototypes. Faster than any previous ''Brigand'' thanks to the use of an [[Omni 175]] [[extralight engine]] to reach a top speed of 111 km/h, the LDT-5 retains the [[endo steel]] chassis to carry five and a half tons of [[standard armor|standard plate]]. Equipped with three [[medium laser]]s spread across its three torso sections, the LDT-5 carries a [[mace]] in the left arm, enhancing its close combat ability but also limiting how much booty the LDT-5 can make off with. Seven [[jump jet]]s provide a 210 meter jump capability. BV (2.0) = 762<ref name=HTPT-23>''Historical Turning Points: Tortuga'', p. 23: "LDT-5 Brigand"</ref>
  
*; LDT-XPR1 : This prototype ''Brigand'' was discovered during the Filtvelt Coalition raid on Tortuga. Based on the standard ''Brigand'' chassis, it carries two [[medium X-Pulse laser]]s and an [[SRM-4]] missile launcher. It uses an [[XL engine]] to maintain the 96 km/h speed of the unit, and jumping capability remains the same. BV (2.0) = 723<ref>''Historical Turning Points: Tortuga'', p. 26</ref>
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*; LDT-XPR1 : This prototype ''Brigand'' was discovered during the Filtvelt Coalition raid on Tortuga. Based on the standard ''Brigand'' chassis, it carries two [[medium X-pulse laser]]s and an [[SRM-4]] missile launcher. It uses an [[XL engine]] to maintain the 96 km/h speed of the unit, and jumping capability remains the same. BV (2.0) = 723<ref>''Historical Turning Points: Tortuga'', p. 26</ref>
  
 
*; LDT-XPR2 : Another prototype has performance and protection identical to the standard ''Brigand''. Its weaponry has been changed to five standard [[medium laser]]s, and it carries an [[Angel ECM suite]]. BV (2.0) = 956<ref>''Historical Turning Points: Tortuga'', p. 27</ref>
 
*; LDT-XPR2 : Another prototype has performance and protection identical to the standard ''Brigand''. Its weaponry has been changed to five standard [[medium laser]]s, and it carries an [[Angel ECM suite]]. BV (2.0) = 956<ref>''Historical Turning Points: Tortuga'', p. 27</ref>
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== Design Quirks ==
 
== Design Quirks ==
The ''Brigand'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref name=BMM90>''BattleMech Manual'', Fourth Printing, p. 90: "BattleMech Quirk Table"</ref><ref>[https://bg.battletech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BattleMech-Manual-2022-09-14-v6.01.pdf ''BattleMech Manual Errata (Version 6.01)'', p. 9: "BattleMech Quirk Table"]</ref>
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The ''Brigand'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref name=BMM90>''BattleMech Manual'', Fourth Printing, p. 90: "BattleMech Quirk Table"</ref><ref>[https://bg.battletech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/BattleMech-Manual-2022-06-06-v6.0.pdf ''BattleMech Manual Errata v6.0'', p. 9: "BattleMech Quirk Table"]</ref>
* [[Nimble Jumper]]
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*[[Nimble Jumper]]
 
<!-- Modular Weapons removed by errata -->
 
<!-- Modular Weapons removed by errata -->
 
==Notable Pilots==
 
:''See [[:Category:Notable Brigand Pilots]]''
 
  
 
==Notes==
 
==Notes==
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<gallery>
 
<gallery>
 
File:Brigand.gif|Original ''Brigand'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3067|TRO:3067]]''
 
File:Brigand.gif|Original ''Brigand'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3067|TRO:3067]]''
File:Brigand (Tortugan Phalanx) HTPTortuga.jpg|A Brigand in [[Tortugan Phalanx]] colors from [[Historical Turning Points: Tortuga]]
 
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]''
  
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[[Category:BattleMechs|Brigand]]
 
[[Category:BattleMechs|Brigand]]
 
[[Category:Light BattleMechs|Brigand]]
 
[[Category:Light BattleMechs|Brigand]]
 
[[Category:25 ton BattleMechs|Brigand]]
 
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[[Category:Periphery General BattleMechs|Brigand]]
 
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