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−	|image = Emperor.jpg	+	|image=Emperor.jpg
−	|name = ''Emperor''	+	|name=''Emperor''
−	|manufacturer =	+	|manufacturer=[[StarCorps Industries]],<br/>[[McCarron's Trading Company]]
−	[[McCarron's Trading Company]]	+	|production year=2612
−	----	+	|model=EMP-6A
−	[[Quarry Arms]]	+	|cost= 18,713,100 C-bills
−	----	+	|Tech Base=Inner Sphere
−	[[StarCorps Industries]]<ref name=TRSWp170f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 170–171: "EMP-6A Emperor"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U -->	+	|mech type=BattleMech
−	|production year = 2612	+	|feet=biped
−	|model = EMP-6A<ref name=TRSWp170f />	+	|mass=90
−	|cost = 18,713,100 C-bills	+	|chassis=Titan Super TZ-7EA
−	|Tech Base = Inner Sphere	+	|armor=ArcShield VII Mk 5
−	|mech type = BattleMech	+	|engine=[[PlasmaStar 270 XL]]
−	|feet = biped	+	|comsys=[[Telestar Model XTD-67A1]]
−	|mass = 90	+	|T&T=[[Starlight Seeker LX-4X]]
−	|chassis = [[Titan Super TZ-7EA]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->	+	|heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat Sinks]]
−	|armor = [[ArcShield VII Mk 5]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->	+	|speed=54.0
−	|engine = [[PlasmaStar 270 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->	+	|jumpjets=[[Pitban LFT-50]]
−	|comsys = [[Telestar Model XTD-67A1]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->	+	|armament=
−	|T&T = [[Starlight Seeker LX-4X]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->	+	*2x [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s
−	|heat sinks = 12 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->	+	*2x [[Large Laser]]s
−	|speed = 54 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->	+	*2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s
−	|jumpjets = [[Pitban LFT-50]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->	+	*1x [[Medium Laser]]
−	|armament = <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->	+	|BV (1.0)=1,636<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 316</ref>
−	*2x [[LB-X autocannon/10]]	+	|BV (2.0)=1,969<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 260</ref>
−	*2x [[large laser]]
−	*2x [[medium pulse laser]]
−	* 1x [[medium laser]]
−	|BV (1.0) = 1,636<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 316</ref>
−	|BV (2.0) = 1,969<ref name=TRSWp170f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 260</ref>
	}}		}}
	==Description==		==Description==
−	The '''''Emperor''''' is one of the earliest assault BattleMechs, dating back to [[2502]].<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 120, "The BNC-3E ''[[Banshee (BattleMech)|Banshee]]'' was an early 'Mech design, produced in the same era as the MCK ''[[Mackie]]'' and the EMP ''Emperor''."</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 142</ref><ref name=ED>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 22, "Random Assignment Table (Age of War)"</ref><ref name=MUL>[http://www.masterunitlist.info MUL online]</ref>  The ''Emperor'' also bears the distinction of being the first 90+ ton BattleMech to mount jump jets<ref name=TRO3058 /> (the famed ''[[Highlander]]'' began production in [[2592]]<ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 52</ref>).  In [[Introduction Year::2612]], [[StarCorps]] introduced an upgraded ''Emperor'', EMP-6A (''pictured'')<ref name=MUL/>, designed for and distributed exclusively to [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Star League Defense Forces Royal Units]].<ref name=TRO3058 /><ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 224</ref>  The ''Emperor'' was produced continuously until [[Marik]] forces destroyed [[StarCorps Industries]] facility with nuclear arms on [[Son Hoa]] during the [[Second Succession War]]. Production of the ''Emperor'' resumed in [[Reintroduction Year::3057]] alongside the legendary ''[[Highlander]]''.	+	The '''''Emperor''''' is one of the earliest assault BattleMechs, dating back to [[2502]].<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 120, "The BNC-3E ''[[Banshee (BattleMech)|Banshee]]'' was an early 'Mech design, produced in the same era as the MCK ''[[Mackie]]'' and the EMP ''Emperor''."</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 142</ref><ref name=ED>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 22, "Random Assignment Table (Age of War)"</ref><ref name=MUL>[http://www.masterunitlist.info MUL online]</ref>  The ''Emperor'' also bears the distinction of being the first 90+ ton BattleMech to mount jump jets<ref name=TRO3058 /> (the famed ''[[Highlander]]'' began production in [[2592]]<ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 52</ref>).  In [[Introduction Year::2612]], [[StarCorps]] introduced an upgraded ''Emperor'', EMP-6A (''pictured'')<ref name=MUL/>, designed for and distributed exclusively to [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Star League Defense Forces Royal Units]].<ref name=TRO3058 /><ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 224</ref>  The ''Emperor'' was produced continuously until [[Marik]] forces destroyed [[StarCorps Industries]] facility with nuclear arms on [[Son Hoa]] during the [[Production Ceased::Second Succession War]]. Production of the ''Emperor'' resumed in [[Reintroduction Year::3057]] alongside the legendary ''[[Highlander]]''.
	==Weapons and Equipment==		==Weapons and Equipment==
−	The ''Emperor'' has better than average mobility for a ninety ton 'Mech with a top speed of 54 km/h and the ability to jump up to ninety meters. To power the ''Emperor'', the 'Mech has a massive [[PlasmaStar 270]] [[XL engine]].  For protection, the ''Emperor'' carries an impressive seventeen and a half tons of armor with [[CASE]], protecting the 'Mech from complete destruction if an ammunition bin is hit, although such damage would still result in the ''Emperor'' being effectively removed from battle.  Finally, to dissipate the 'Mech's heavy heat load, the ''Emperor'' carries twelve [[double heat sink]]s.	+	The ''Emperor'' has better than average mobility for a ninety ton 'Mech with a top speed of 54 km/h and the ability to jump up to ninety meters. To power the ''Emperor'', the 'Mech has a massive PlasmaStar 270 [[XL engine]].  For protection, the ''Emperor'' carries an impressive seventeen and a half tons of armor with [[CASE]], protecting the 'Mech from complete destruction if an ammunition bin is hit, although such damage would still result in the ''Emperor'' being effectively removed from battle.  Finally, to dissipate the 'Mech's heavy heat load, the ''Emperor'' carries twelve [[double heat sink]]s.
−	The ''Emperor'' gets its primary firepower from a pair of [[Imperator Code Red]] [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s that are capable of firing both standard ammunition as well as cluster ammunition, which allows the autocannons to act in a manner similar to 'Mech-sized shotguns. Additionally, the cluster ammunition lets the ''Emperor'' serve in an anti-aircraft role. Secondary to the Autocannons are two [[Magna Mk III]] [[Large Laser]]s that have a similar range profile to the autocannons and can do a great deal of damage in concert with them or on their own. For close combat, the 'Mech has two highly accurate [[Defiance P5M]] [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a [[Photech 806c]] [[medium laser]].	+	The ''Emperor'' gets its primary firepower from a pair of [[Imperator Code Red]] [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s that are capable of firing both standard ammunition as well as cluster ammunition, which allows the autocannons to act in a manner similar to 'Mech-sized shotguns. Additionally, the cluster ammunition lets the ''Emperor'' serve in an anti-aircraft role. Secondary to the Autocannons are two Magna Mk III [[Large Laser]]s that have a similar range profile to the autocannons and can do a great deal of damage in concert with them or on their own. For close combat, the 'Mech has two highly accurate Defiance P5M [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a Photech 806c [[Medium Laser]].
−	The EMP-6A ''Emperor'' is the first BattleMech to incorporate the "...newly developed XL engine, LB 10-X autocannon, double heat sinks, and CASE"<ref name=TRO3058 /> together for the first time on the same chassis.<ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 34</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 36</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 42</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 48</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 210</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 207</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 214</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 221</ref>	+	The EMP-6A ''Emperor'' is the first BattleMech to incorporate the "...newly developed XL engine, LB 10-X autocannon, double heat sinks, and CASE"<ref name=TRO3058 /> '''together''' for the first time on the same chassis.<ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 34</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 36</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 42</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 48</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 210</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 207</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 214</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 221</ref>
	==Variants==		==Variants==
−	*; EMP-1A : The original ''Emperor'' produced by [[Quarry Arms]] used primitive components. Introduced in [[Introduction Year::2442]] and produced until [[2472]], this first version of the ''Emperor'' could reach a top speed of 53 km/h thanks to its primitive engine. It was protected by twenty-two tons of [[Primitive Armor]]. The bulk of these primitive systems and [[Primitive Cockpit]] meant that the ''Emperor'' could only carry three medium lasers and an Autocannon/5 in each arm. Each autocannon was given two tons of ammunition. Ten single heat sinks were fitted. The later production runs of this version were used in support roles, but were never very popular. Some of these units were upgraded to the EMP-5A standard.<ref name=XTRO:PV4p7>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 7, "EMP-1A Emperor"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,453<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 24</ref>	+	*;EMP-1A : The original ''Emperor'' produced by [[Quarry Arms]] used [[:Category:Primitive Technology|primitive components]]. Introduced in [[Introduction Year::2442]] and produced until [[2472]], this first version of the ''Emperor'' could reach a top speed of 53 km/h thanks to its primitive engine. It was protected by twenty-two tons of [[Primitive Armor]]. The bulk of these primitive systems and [[Primitive Cockpit]] meant that the ''Emperor'' could only carry three Medium Lasers and an Autocannon/5 in each arm. Each autocannon was given two tons of ammunition. Ten single heat sinks were fitted. The later production runs of this version were used in support roles, but were never very popular. Some of these units were upgraded to the EMP-5A standard.<ref name=XTRO:PV4p7>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 7, "EMP-1A Emperor"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,453<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 24</ref>
−	*; EMP-5A : This version of the ''Emperor'' was a model introduced in the [[Age of War]]<ref name=MUL />. It carried an [[Autocannon/5]] in each arm instead of the LB 10-Xs that were used in later versions. It also downgrades the two Medium Pulse Lasers to standard Medium Lasers as well as the double heat sinks. It was replaced by the EMP-6A described above. BV (2.0) = 1,830<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 261</ref>	+	*;EMP-5A : This version of the ''Emperor'' was a model introduced in the [[Age of War]]<ref name=MUL />. It carried an [[Autocannon/5]] in each arm instead of the LB 10-Xs that were used in later versions. It also carried sixteen single heat sinks. It was replaced by the EMP-6A described above. BV (2.0) = 1,830<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 261</ref>
	*; EMP-6A-EC : Carries Clan-spec [[ER Large Laser]]s, an [[LB 10-X]] and [[LB 5-X]], supported by a prototype [[Streak SRM-4]]. Used extensively by [[Clan Star Adder]] before it was replaced by various ''[[Highlander]]'' variants. (Note: '''EC''' is an abbreviation used by historians to designate "Early Clan" designs.)<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 62</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,156<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 118</ref>		*; EMP-6A-EC : Carries Clan-spec [[ER Large Laser]]s, an [[LB 10-X]] and [[LB 5-X]], supported by a prototype [[Streak SRM-4]]. Used extensively by [[Clan Star Adder]] before it was replaced by various ''[[Highlander]]'' variants. (Note: '''EC''' is an abbreviation used by historians to designate "Early Clan" designs.)<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 62</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,156<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 118</ref>
−	*; EMP-6D : The [[Federated Suns]] variant replaces the autocannons with twin [[rotary autocannon/5]]s. All the lasers were upgraded to extended range models, and the weight savings went into an extra pair of [[double heat sink]]s.<ref name=TRSWp170f /> BV (1.0) = 1,842<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 317</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,382<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 262</ref>	+	*;EMP-6D : The [[Federated Suns]] variant replaces the autocannons with twin [[Rotary Autocannon/5]]s. All the lasers were upgraded to extended range models, and the weight savings went into an extra pair of [[double heat sink]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,842<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 317</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,382<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 262</ref>
−	*; EMP-6L : The first [[Capellan Confederation]] variant uses a standard [[fusion engine]]. This stand-off 'Mech is armed with a [[Gauss rifle]] and [[ER PPC]] to snipe with so that it can take advantage of its [[Stealth Armor]]. The requisite [[Guardian ECM Suite]] enables the armor to function, while four [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s provide close support. Finally, [[Triple Strength Myomer]] takes advantage of the increased heat from the armor to potentially speed up the ''Emperor'' and make its already damaging physical attacks devastating.<ref name=TRSWp170f /> BV (1.0) = 2,116<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 318</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,746<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 263</ref>	+	*;EMP-6L : The first [[Capellan Confederation]] variant uses a standard [[fusion engine]]. This stand-off 'Mech is armed with a [[Gauss Rifle]] and [[ER PPC]] to snipe with so that it can take advantage of its [[Stealth Armor]]. The requisite [[Guardian ECM Suite]] enables the armor to function, while four [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s provide close support. Finally, [[Triple Strength Myomer]] takes advantage of the increased heat from the armor to potentially speed up the ''Emperor'' and make its already damaging physical attacks devastating. BV (1.0) = 2,116<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 318</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,746<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 263</ref>
−	*; EMP-6M : The variant produced for the [[Free Worlds League]] and [[Word of Blake]], the 6M is built on an [[Endo Steel]] frame and is powered by a [[Light Fusion Engine]]. It uses a pair of arm-mounted [[Light Gauss Rifle]]s and also upgrades the large lasers to [[Extended Range Large Laser|ER]] models, making it incredibly effective at ranges where most other units cannot even attempt to return fire. It is most effective when another unit with an [[Improved C3 CPU]] is close and can provide targeting telemetry for the ''Emperor''. In case other units close, the 6M mounts three Medium Pulse Lasers and an [[ER medium laser]]. Since it only carries ten double heat sinks, the 6M also makes use of Triple Strength Myomer. In order to make all of this possible, the 6M carries a half ton less armor. BV (1.0) = 1,701<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 319</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,090<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 264</ref>	+	*;EMP-6M : The variant produced for the [[Free Worlds League]] and [[Word of Blake]], the 6M is built on an [[Endo Steel]] frame and is powered by a [[Light Fusion Engine]]. It uses a pair of arm-mounted [[Light Gauss Rifle]]s and also upgrades the large lasers to [[Extended Range Large Laser|ER]] models, making it incredibly effective at ranges where most other units cannot even attempt to return fire. It is most effective when another unit with an [[Improved C3 CPU]] is close and can provide targeting telemetry for the ''Emperor''. In case other units close, the 6M mounts three Medium Pulse Lasers and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. Since it only carries ten double heat sinks, the 6M also makes use of Triple Strength Myomer. In order to make all of this possible, the 6M carries a half ton less armor. BV (1.0) = 1,701<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 319</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,090<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 264</ref>
−	*; EMP-6M2 : Produced on [[Emris IV]] for the [[Duchy of Oriente]] (and subsequently, the [[Oriente Protectorate]]), this refit of the 6M replaces the Blakist C3i with a standard C3 system. Other modifications and features of this variant are not specified.<ref name=TRSWp170f /><ref>''Field Manual: 3085'', p. 77</ref>	+	*;EMP-6M2 : Produced on [[Emris IV]] for the [[Duchy of Oriente]] (and subsequently, the [[Oriente Protectorate]]), this refit of the 6M replaces the Blakist C3i with a standard C3 system. Other modifications and features of this variant are not specified.<ref>''Field Manual: 3085'', p. 77</ref>
−	*; EMP-6S : The [[Lyran Alliance|Lyran]] model is meant for close range and restrictive terrain. It carries two highly destructive [[LB-X Autocannon/20]]s that can create holes in an enemy's armor using slug rounds with ease, then exploit those holes to damage critical systems with the cluster rounds. Three Medium Pulse Lasers and a regular medium laser provide energy backup.<ref name=TRSWp170f /> BV (1.0) = 1,740<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 320</ref>, BV (2.0) =  2,065<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 265</ref>	+	*;EMP-6S : The [[Lyran Alliance|Lyran]] model is meant for close range and restrictive terrain. It carries two highly destructive [[LB-X Autocannon/20]]s that can create holes in an enemy's armor using slug rounds with ease, then exploit those holes to damage critical systems with the cluster rounds. Three Medium Pulse Lasers and a regular [[Medium Laser]] provide energy backup. BV (1.0) = 1,740<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 320</ref>, BV (2.0) =  2,065<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 265</ref>
−	*; EMP-7L : Like the other Capellan variant, the 7L uses Stealth Armor and the attendant Guardian ECM, along with Triple Strength Myomers to take advantage of the high heat levels, all powered by a standard engine. Unlike that version, it removes the jump jets to make room for twin [[Autocannon/10]]s that can take advantage of special munitions produced by House Davion. All six tons of this ammunition is crowded into the right side of the body, so only one [[CASE]] is needed to protect it. Backing them up is an [[ER Large Laser]] and two Medium Pulse Lasers.<ref name=TRSWp170f /> BV (1.0) = 1,730<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 321</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,232<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 266</ref>	+	*;EMP-7L : Like the other Capellan variant, the 7L uses Stealth Armor and the attendant Guardian ECM, along with Triple Strength Myomers to take advantage of the high heat levels, all powered by a standard engine. Unlike that version, it removes the jump jets to make room for twin [[Autocannon/10]]s that can take advantage of special munitions produced by House Davion. All six tons of this ammunition is crowded into the right side of the body, so only one [[CASE]] is needed to protect it. Backing them up is an [[ER Large Laser]] and two Medium Pulse Lasers. BV (1.0) = 1,730<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 321</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,232<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 266</ref>
−	*; EMP-8L : This upgrade of the EMP-7L replaces the basic autocannons with paired [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s reminiscent of the EMP-6A. Two captured [[Medium Re-Engineered Laser]]s replace the Medium Pulse Lasers, and the ER Large Laser is swapped for a [[plasma rifle]] fed by two tons of ammunition. The four tons of LB-X munitions in the right torso are protected by CASE. Both the Stealth Armor and Triple Strength Myomer are retained from the 7L. BV (2.0) = 2,370<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 174</ref>	+	*;EMP-8L : This upgrade of the EMP-7L replaces the basic autocannons with paired [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s reminiscent of the EMP-6A. Two captured [[Medium Re-Engineered Laser]]s replace the Medium Pulse Lasers, and the ER Large Laser is swapped for a [[Plasma Rifle]] fed by two tons of ammunition. The four tons of LB-X munitions in the right torso are protected by CASE. Both the Stealth Armor and Triple Strength Myomer are retained from the 7L. BV (2.0) = 2,370<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 174</ref>
	===Custom Variants===		===Custom Variants===
−	*; EMP-6A ''Emperor'' Nerran : A unique variant of the ''Emperor'' which was discovered in a Brian Cache by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]] MechWarrior [[Nerran]]. The Clan warrior restored the ancient 'Mech by refitting the right arm's LB 10-X Autocannons with Clan produced [[Gauss rifle]] and placed a Star League tech [[ER PPC]] in the right torso. BV (1.0) = 2,071<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 15 - ''Emperor Nerran''- Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref><ref name=socss4/>	+	*;EMP-6A ''Emperor'' Nerran : A unique variant of the ''Emperor'' which was discovered in a Brian Cache by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]] MechWarrior [[Nerran]]. The Clan warrior restored the ancient 'Mech by refitting the right arm's LB 10-X Autocannons with Clan produced [[Gauss Rifle]] and placed a Star League tech [[ER PPC]] in the right torso. BV (1.0) = 2,071<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 15 - ''Emperor Nerran''- Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref><ref name=socss4/>
−	*; EMP-6ME ''Mercury Elite'' : This custom variant was used by [[Lieutenant Colonel]] Anne-Marie McKormack<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Atreus'', p. 2, 11, 16</ref> during the conflict on Atreus. Based on the EMP-6M, the ''Mercury Elite'' mounted a [[C3 slave]] in the head and a [[Snub-Nose PPC]] and [[Silver Bullet Gauss Rifle]] in each arm. Adding an extra double heat sink helps diffuse the heat load these weapons and the two torso-mounted [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s create. Unlike the EMP-6M this version doesn't mount Triple Strength Myomer. BV (2.0) = 2,004<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Atreus'', p. 16</ref>	+	*;EMP-6ME ''Mercury Elite'' : This custom variant was used by [[Lieutenant Colonel]] Anne-Marie McKormack<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Atreus'', p. 2, 11, 16</ref> during the conflict on Atreus. Based on the EMP-6M, the ''Mercury Elite'' mounted a [[C3 Slave]] in the head and a [[Snub-Nose PPC]] and [[Silver Bullet Gauss Rifle]] in each arm. Adding an extra double heat sink helps diffuse the heat load these weapons and the two torso-mounted [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s create. Unlike the EMP-6M this version doesn't mount Triple Strength Myomer. BV (2.0) = 2,004<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Atreus'', p. 16</ref>
	== Design Quirks ==		== Design Quirks ==
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	==Notable Pilots==		==Notable Pilots==
−	* [[Warner Doles (Blackwind Lancers)|Warner Doles]], a former officer of the disgraced and disbanded second battalion of the [[Blackwind Lancers]] and later a military leader in the [[Free Capella]] movement, would pilot a bronze-painted ''Emperor'' against Capellan forces in the later stages of the [[Capellan-St. Ives War]] and into the Jihad.	+	* [[Warner Doles (character)|Warner Doles]], a former officer of the disgraced and disbanded second battalion of the [[Blackwind Lancers]] and later a military leader in the [[Free Capella]] movement, would pilot a bronze-painted ''Emperor'' against Capellan forces in the later stages of the [[Capellan-St. Ives War]] and into the Jihad.
	* [[Kelley Metz]], gladiator for [[Tandrek Stables]] on [[Solaris#Solaris_VII_-_The_Gaming_World|Solaris]], piloted an ''Emperor'' in the 3062 Class Six Championships.		* [[Kelley Metz]], gladiator for [[Tandrek Stables]] on [[Solaris#Solaris_VII_-_The_Gaming_World|Solaris]], piloted an ''Emperor'' in the 3062 Class Six Championships.
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	==Bibliography==		==Bibliography==
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−	* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''	+	*''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
−	* ''[[Double-Blind]]''	+	*''[[Double-Blind]]''
−	* ''[[Era Digest: Age of War]]''	+	*''[[Era Digest: Age of War]]''
−	* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4]]''	+	*''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4]]''
−	* ''[[Jihad Turning Points: Atreus]]''	+	*''[[Jihad Turning Points: Atreus]]''
−	* ''[[Jihad Turning Points: Sian]]''	+	*''[[Jihad Turning Points: Sian]]''
−	* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''	+	*''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
−	* ''[[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]]''
−	* ''[[Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs]]''	+	*''[[Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs]]''
−	* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]''	+	*''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]''
−	* ''[[Spotlight On: Crimson Seeker Star]]''	+	*''[[Spotlight On: Crimson Seeker Star]]''
−	* ''[[TechManual]]''	+	*''[[TechManual]]''
−	* ''[[Technical Readout: Golden Century]]''	+	*''[[Technical Readout: Golden Century]]''
−	* ''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]''	+	*''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]''
−	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]''	+	*''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]''
−	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]''	+	*''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]''
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=Emperor.jpg |name=''Emperor'' |manufacturer=[[StarCorps Industries]],<br/>[[McCarron's Trading Company]] |production year=2612 |model=EMP-6A |cost= 18,713,100 C-bills |Tech Base=Inner Sphere |mech type=BattleMech |feet=biped |mass=90 |chassis=Titan Super TZ-7EA |armor=ArcShield VII Mk 5 |engine=[[PlasmaStar 270 XL]] |comsys=[[Telestar Model XTD-67A1]] |T&T=[[Starlight Seeker LX-4X]] |heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat Sinks]] |speed=54.0 |jumpjets=[[Pitban LFT-50]] |armament= *2x [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s *2x [[Large Laser]]s *2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s *1x [[Medium Laser]] |BV (1.0)=1,636<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 316</ref> |BV (2.0)=1,969<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 260</ref> }} ==Description== The '''''Emperor''''' is one of the earliest assault BattleMechs, dating back to [[2502]].<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 120, "The BNC-3E ''[[Banshee (BattleMech)|Banshee]]'' was an early 'Mech design, produced in the same era as the MCK ''[[Mackie]]'' and the EMP ''Emperor''."</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 142</ref><ref name=ED>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 22, "Random Assignment Table (Age of War)"</ref><ref name=MUL>[http://www.masterunitlist.info MUL online]</ref> The ''Emperor'' also bears the distinction of being the first 90+ ton BattleMech to mount jump jets<ref name=TRO3058 /> (the famed ''[[Highlander]]'' began production in [[2592]]<ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 52</ref>). In [[Introduction Year::2612]], [[StarCorps]] introduced an upgraded ''Emperor'', EMP-6A (''pictured'')<ref name=MUL/>, designed for and distributed exclusively to [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Star League Defense Forces Royal Units]].<ref name=TRO3058 /><ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 224</ref> The ''Emperor'' was produced continuously until [[Marik]] forces destroyed [[StarCorps Industries]] facility with nuclear arms on [[Son Hoa]] during the [[Production Ceased::Second Succession War]]. Production of the ''Emperor'' resumed in [[Reintroduction Year::3057]] alongside the legendary ''[[Highlander]]''. ==Weapons and Equipment== The ''Emperor'' has better than average mobility for a ninety ton 'Mech with a top speed of 54 km/h and the ability to jump up to ninety meters. To power the ''Emperor'', the 'Mech has a massive PlasmaStar 270 [[XL engine]]. For protection, the ''Emperor'' carries an impressive seventeen and a half tons of armor with [[CASE]], protecting the 'Mech from complete destruction if an ammunition bin is hit, although such damage would still result in the ''Emperor'' being effectively removed from battle. Finally, to dissipate the 'Mech's heavy heat load, the ''Emperor'' carries twelve [[double heat sink]]s. The ''Emperor'' gets its primary firepower from a pair of [[Imperator Code Red]] [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s that are capable of firing both standard ammunition as well as cluster ammunition, which allows the autocannons to act in a manner similar to 'Mech-sized shotguns. Additionally, the cluster ammunition lets the ''Emperor'' serve in an anti-aircraft role. Secondary to the Autocannons are two Magna Mk III [[Large Laser]]s that have a similar range profile to the autocannons and can do a great deal of damage in concert with them or on their own. For close combat, the 'Mech has two highly accurate Defiance P5M [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a Photech 806c [[Medium Laser]]. The EMP-6A ''Emperor'' is the first BattleMech to incorporate the "...newly developed XL engine, LB 10-X autocannon, double heat sinks, and CASE"<ref name=TRO3058 /> '''together''' for the first time on the same chassis.<ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 34</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 36</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 42</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 48</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 210</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 207</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 214</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 221</ref> ==Variants== *;EMP-1A : The original ''Emperor'' produced by [[Quarry Arms]] used [[:Category:Primitive Technology|primitive components]]. Introduced in [[Introduction Year::2442]] and produced until [[2472]], this first version of the ''Emperor'' could reach a top speed of 53 km/h thanks to its primitive engine. It was protected by twenty-two tons of [[Primitive Armor]]. The bulk of these primitive systems and [[Primitive Cockpit]] meant that the ''Emperor'' could only carry three Medium Lasers and an Autocannon/5 in each arm. Each autocannon was given two tons of ammunition. Ten single heat sinks were fitted. The later production runs of this version were used in support roles, but were never very popular. Some of these units were upgraded to the EMP-5A standard.<ref name=XTRO:PV4p7>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 7, "EMP-1A Emperor"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,453<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 24</ref> *;EMP-5A : This version of the ''Emperor'' was a model introduced in the [[Age of War]]<ref name=MUL />. It carried an [[Autocannon/5]] in each arm instead of the LB 10-Xs that were used in later versions. It also carried sixteen single heat sinks. It was replaced by the EMP-6A described above. BV (2.0) = 1,830<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 261</ref> *; EMP-6A-EC : Carries Clan-spec [[ER Large Laser]]s, an [[LB 10-X]] and [[LB 5-X]], supported by a prototype [[Streak SRM-4]]. Used extensively by [[Clan Star Adder]] before it was replaced by various ''[[Highlander]]'' variants. (Note: '''EC''' is an abbreviation used by historians to designate "Early Clan" designs.)<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 62</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,156<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 118</ref> *;EMP-6D : The [[Federated Suns]] variant replaces the autocannons with twin [[Rotary Autocannon/5]]s. All the lasers were upgraded to extended range models, and the weight savings went into an extra pair of [[double heat sink]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,842<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 317</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,382<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 262</ref> *;EMP-6L : The first [[Capellan Confederation]] variant uses a standard [[fusion engine]]. This stand-off 'Mech is armed with a [[Gauss Rifle]] and [[ER PPC]] to snipe with so that it can take advantage of its [[Stealth Armor]]. The requisite [[Guardian ECM Suite]] enables the armor to function, while four [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s provide close support. Finally, [[Triple Strength Myomer]] takes advantage of the increased heat from the armor to potentially speed up the ''Emperor'' and make its already damaging physical attacks devastating. BV (1.0) = 2,116<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 318</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,746<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 263</ref> *;EMP-6M : The variant produced for the [[Free Worlds League]] and [[Word of Blake]], the 6M is built on an [[Endo Steel]] frame and is powered by a [[Light Fusion Engine]]. It uses a pair of arm-mounted [[Light Gauss Rifle]]s and also upgrades the large lasers to [[Extended Range Large Laser|ER]] models, making it incredibly effective at ranges where most other units cannot even attempt to return fire. It is most effective when another unit with an [[Improved C3 CPU]] is close and can provide targeting telemetry for the ''Emperor''. In case other units close, the 6M mounts three Medium Pulse Lasers and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. Since it only carries ten double heat sinks, the 6M also makes use of Triple Strength Myomer. In order to make all of this possible, the 6M carries a half ton less armor. BV (1.0) = 1,701<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 319</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,090<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 264</ref> *;EMP-6M2 : Produced on [[Emris IV]] for the [[Duchy of Oriente]] (and subsequently, the [[Oriente Protectorate]]), this refit of the 6M replaces the Blakist C3i with a standard C3 system. Other modifications and features of this variant are not specified.<ref>''Field Manual: 3085'', p. 77</ref> *;EMP-6S : The [[Lyran Alliance|Lyran]] model is meant for close range and restrictive terrain. It carries two highly destructive [[LB-X Autocannon/20]]s that can create holes in an enemy's armor using slug rounds with ease, then exploit those holes to damage critical systems with the cluster rounds. Three Medium Pulse Lasers and a regular [[Medium Laser]] provide energy backup. BV (1.0) = 1,740<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 320</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,065<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 265</ref> *;EMP-7L : Like the other Capellan variant, the 7L uses Stealth Armor and the attendant Guardian ECM, along with Triple Strength Myomers to take advantage of the high heat levels, all powered by a standard engine. Unlike that version, it removes the jump jets to make room for twin [[Autocannon/10]]s that can take advantage of special munitions produced by House Davion. All six tons of this ammunition is crowded into the right side of the body, so only one [[CASE]] is needed to protect it. Backing them up is an [[ER Large Laser]] and two Medium Pulse Lasers. BV (1.0) = 1,730<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 321</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,232<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 266</ref> *;EMP-8L : This upgrade of the EMP-7L replaces the basic autocannons with paired [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s reminiscent of the EMP-6A. Two captured [[Medium Re-Engineered Laser]]s replace the Medium Pulse Lasers, and the ER Large Laser is swapped for a [[Plasma Rifle]] fed by two tons of ammunition. The four tons of LB-X munitions in the right torso are protected by CASE. Both the Stealth Armor and Triple Strength Myomer are retained from the 7L. BV (2.0) = 2,370<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 174</ref> ===Custom Variants=== *;EMP-6A ''Emperor'' Nerran : A unique variant of the ''Emperor'' which was discovered in a Brian Cache by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]] MechWarrior [[Nerran]]. The Clan warrior restored the ancient 'Mech by refitting the right arm's LB 10-X Autocannons with Clan produced [[Gauss Rifle]] and placed a Star League tech [[ER PPC]] in the right torso. BV (1.0) = 2,071<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 15 - ''Emperor Nerran''- Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref><ref name=socss4/> *;EMP-6ME ''Mercury Elite'' : This custom variant was used by [[Lieutenant Colonel]] Anne-Marie McKormack<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Atreus'', p. 2, 11, 16</ref> during the conflict on Atreus. Based on the EMP-6M, the ''Mercury Elite'' mounted a [[C3 Slave]] in the head and a [[Snub-Nose PPC]] and [[Silver Bullet Gauss Rifle]] in each arm. Adding an extra double heat sink helps diffuse the heat load these weapons and the two torso-mounted [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s create. Unlike the EMP-6M this version doesn't mount Triple Strength Myomer. BV (2.0) = 2,004<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Atreus'', p. 16</ref> == Design Quirks == The ''Emperor'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91, Design Quirk Table</ref> * [[Command BattleMech]] * [[Improved Cooling Jacket|Improved Cooling Jacket (LA/RA Large Laser)]] The EMP-1A ''Emperor'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:PV4p7/> * [[Bad Reputation]] * [[Command BattleMech]] * [[Obsolete|Obsolete (2470)]] ==Notable Pilots== * [[Warner Doles (character)|Warner Doles]], a former officer of the disgraced and disbanded second battalion of the [[Blackwind Lancers]] and later a military leader in the [[Free Capella]] movement, would pilot a bronze-painted ''Emperor'' against Capellan forces in the later stages of the [[Capellan-St. Ives War]] and into the Jihad. * [[Kelley Metz]], gladiator for [[Tandrek Stables]] on [[Solaris#Solaris_VII_-_The_Gaming_World|Solaris]], piloted an ''Emperor'' in the 3062 Class Six Championships. * [[Sun-Tzu Liao]], [[Chancellor]] of the Capellan Confederation, chose the ''Emperor'' as his personal 'Mech. While Sun-Tzu is known to have piloted his ''Emperor'' into combat, most notably beside [[Danai Centrella]] in support of [[Avanti's Angels]] mercenary unit on [[Astrokaszy]], the Chancellor's bodyguards have also secretly piloted the 'Mech into combat as a means of boosting Capellan morale with its appearance on the battlefield, while keeping their charge safe from harm. <ref>''Double-Blind'', p. 299</ref> <ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Sian'' p. 9, Final Stand</ref> * [[Nerran (Character)|Nerran]], a Clan Goliath Scorpion [[Seeker (Clan Goliath Scorpion)|Seeker]] who discovered E6A-0001 - the very first ''Emperor'' built on Son Hoa during the Star League era - in a [[Brian Cache]], restoring and piloting the relic as his personal 'Mech.<ref name=socss4>''Spotlight On: Crimson Seeker Star'', p. 4</ref> ==Notes== * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Imperator'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''MPR-6A'''. ==Gallery== <gallery> File:Emperor.jpg|Original ''Emperor'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' Image:EMP-1A_Emperor_XTROPrimitives4.jpg|Experimental EMP-1A ''Emperor'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4|XTRO:Primitives IV]]'' </gallery> ==References== <references /> ==Bibliography== <div class="desktop-3-col"> *''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' *''[[Double-Blind]]'' *''[[Era Digest: Age of War]]'' *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4]]'' *''[[Jihad Turning Points: Atreus]]'' *''[[Jihad Turning Points: Sian]]'' *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]'' *''[[Spotlight On: Crimson Seeker Star]]'' *''[[TechManual]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: Golden Century]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' </div> [[Category:Capellan Confederation BattleMechs]] [[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs]] [[Category:Free Worlds League BattleMechs]] [[Category:Lyran Alliance BattleMechs]] [[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]] [[Category:Star League BattleMechs]] [[Category:SLDF Royal BattleMechs]] [[Category:Terran Hegemony BattleMechs]] [[Category:Improved C3 Equipped BattleMechs]] [[Category:German renamed units]]

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