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| − | '''''Classic BattleTech''''' is a table-top wargame set in the fictional [[BattleTech]] universe, simulating combat between futuristic mechanized forces. Originally published by [[FASA|FASA Corporation]], the game is now produced by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] under license from [[WizKids]]. The term "Classic" is used to differentiate the original board game from others variants that have derived from it, such as ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age]]''.
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| − | ''BattleTech'' is a turn-based, multiplayer game, typically played on a map divided into hexagonal grids with figurines or counters representing the various units. Paper record sheets provide detailed information about each unit, including its armament, armor and equipment, and are used to track damage, heat buildup, ammunition and various other data. Players use two six-sided dice to determine variable results, such as whether a shot strikes its target and the location it hits.
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| − | Of the units used in the game, the most common are [[BattleMech|BattleMechs]], large, semi-humanoid fighting machines controlled by human pilots. While pre-designed 'Mechs, vehicles and other military units are provided with the game, a complex system of design rules allows players to create their own custom units even in the introductory boxed set. This engineering facet of the game has remained enduringly popular with players and may explain ''BattleTech'''s longevity.
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| − | ==History==
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| − | [[FASA|FASA Corporation]] published the first ''BattleTech'' game set in 1984, and throughout the '80s and '90s released a wide range of supplemental books and materials for the series. [[FASA]] ceased producing ''BattleTech'' in 2001 and sold the franchise to [[WizKids]]. [[FanPro]] licensed the rights from WizKids and under the new name ''Classic Battletech'' continues to release sourcebooks and supplements. In June 2007, [[Catalyst Game Labs]] (a subsidiary of [[InMediaRes]] Productions, LLC) acquired the license to Classic BattleTech, and has reiterated its commitment to publishing quality products. Catalyst also retained many of the staff members who worked for [[FanPro]].<ref>[http://catalystgamelabs.com/2007/05/17/inmediares-productions-llc-forms-imprint-catalyst-game-labs Catalyst Game Labs » Blog Archive » INMEDIARES PRODUCTIONS, LLC, FORMS IMPRINT: CATALYST GAME LABS<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref>
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| − | ==Publications==
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| − | The latest iteration of the ''BattleTech'' rules is ''[[Total Warfare]]'' (2006), a streamlined compendium intended to integrate the numerous rules sets that have governed the series into a single, comprehensive volume. ''Total Warfare'' is supplemented by five or more other books (some pending):
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| − | * ''[[TechManual]]'', which presents the design rules for making custom units.
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| − | * ''[[Tactical Operations]]'', offering advanced rules and equipment beyond those in ''[[Total Warfare]]'' and ''[[TechManual]]'' and offering an updated version of the [[BattleForce]] rules set.
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| − | * ''[[Strategic Operations]]'', updating [[BattleForce|BattleForce 2]] & [[AeroTech 2 Revised Edition|AeroTech 2 Revised]] to provide a large-scale version of the game.
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| − | * ''Interstellar Operations'', advanced rules to allow the player become star lords of Succession State or Khan of their respective Clan. This is similar to previous FASA product named ''[[Succession Wars (Board Game)|Succession Wars]]''and rules found in FanPro source book named ''[[Combat Operations]]''.
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| − | * ''[[Classic BattleTech RPG|Classic BattleTech Roleplaying Game, Revised]]'', describing how to create characters and run RPG missions
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| − | * ''Universe Book'', which provides background and details on the game's fictional universe
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| − | FanPro intended these six books to be the official core rules set that will govern all gameplay within the ''BattleTech'' franchise, be it ground combat, space combat or role-playing. Since 2007, Catalyst Game Labs has assumed control of the franchise. The core rule plans are continuing to be refined as rule books come out.
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| − | ==See also==
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| − | * ''[[MechWarrior (RPG)|MechWarrior]]'', the original role-playing game
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| − | * ''[[BattleTechnology]]'' magazine (1987-1995)
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| − | * ''[[HeavyMetal]]'' design software
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| − | ==External links==
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| − | * [http://www.classicbattletech.com/ Classic BattleTech]
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| − | ==Notes==
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