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| − | {{Otheruses|the | + | {{Otheruses|the ultrafast Clan OmniMech|other uses of "Dasher"|Dasher (disambiguation)}} |
{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image= | + | |image=Fire Moth RGilClan v08.png |
| − | |name=Fire Moth | + | |name=''Fire Moth'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Dominion Facility Kappa-4 and 5]] | + | |manufacturer=[[Dominion Facility Kappa-4 and -5]]<ref name=TRCIp6f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 6–7: "Dasher"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3050U --> |
| − | |model=Prime | + | |model=Prime<ref name=TRCIp6f /> |
|production year=2874 | |production year=2874 | ||
| − | |year reference=<ref name=ED21>''Era Digest: Golden Century'', p. 21 | + | |year reference=<ref name=ED21>''Era Digest: Golden Century'', p. 21: RUD</ref> |
|class=Light | |class=Light | ||
| − | |cost= 4,208,800 C- | + | |cost= 4,208,800 [[C-bill]]s |
|Tech Base=Clan | |Tech Base=Clan | ||
|mech type=OmniMech | |mech type=OmniMech | ||
|mass=20 | |mass=20 | ||
| − | |chassis=Dominator Light-Alpha 20 | + | |chassis=[[Dominator Light-Alpha 20]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> --> |
| − | |armor= | + | |armor= [[IceSheet Ferro Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> --> |
| − | |engine= [[Firebox 200 XL]] | + | |engine= [[Firebox 200 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> --> |
| − | |comsys= [[Untermarkt IV-a]] | + | |comsys= [[Untermarkt IV-a]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> --> |
| − | |T&T= [[Hakkøn MicroSystems]] | + | |T&T= [[Hakkøn MicroSystems]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> --> |
| − | |heat sinks= 10 [[Double | + | |heat sinks= 10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> --> |
| − | |speed=162 | + | |speed=162 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> --> |
| − | |speed with MASC=216 | + | |speed with MASC=216 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> --> |
| − | |armament= | + | |armament= <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> --> |
| − | Primary | + | Primary configuration |
| − | *2x [[ER | + | * 2x [[ER medium laser]] |
| − | *1x [[SRM-6]] | + | * 1x [[SRM-6]] |
| − | *1x [[SRM-4]] | + | * 1x [[SRM-4]] |
|BV (1.0)=982<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 108</ref> | |BV (1.0)=982<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 108</ref> | ||
| − | |BV (2.0)=1, | + | |BV (2.0)=1,251<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref name=MULdasher-fire-moth-prime>''Master Unit List http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/846/dasher-fire-moth-prime''</ref> |
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Fire Moth''''' is a light Clan [[OmniMech]] intended for scouting and infantry support | + | The '''''Fire Moth''''' is a [[BattleMech#Light|light]] Clan [[OmniMech]] intended for scouting and infantry support and transport, often deployed by [[Clan Ghost Bear]]. With a running speed of 162.0 km/h, accelerating up to 216.0 km/h with the [[MASC]] system installed on the 'Mech's chassis, the ''Fire Moth'' is easily one of the fastest designs ever created, the reason the [[Inner Sphere]] gave it the [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|codename]] of ''Dasher''.<ref name=TRO3050U>''Technical Readout 3050: Update''</ref><ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', pp. 12–13: "Dasher OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref name=TRO3050R>''Technical Readout: 3050 Revised'', pp. 10–11: "Dasher OmniMech Profile"</ref> |
| − | The ''Fire Moth'' was originally designed by [[Clan Cloud Cobra]] scientists as an infantry support OmniMech. | + | The ''Fire Moth'' was originally designed by [[Clan Cloud Cobra]] scientists as an infantry support OmniMech. The high-placed arms were positioned in order for a pair of infantry "pods" underslung on the arms of the prototype ''Fire Moth''. Designed to ease transporting [[Elementals]] into battle, the "pods" were discarded after the first field test, but the arms were never adjusted when the OmniMech debuted in [[2874]].<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050R/><ref name=ED21/> |
| − | [[Clan Ghost Bear]] came into possession of the ''Fire Moth'' when Clan Cloud Cobra traded the design for five years of trade considerations. | + | [[Clan Ghost Bear]] came into possession of the ''Fire Moth'' when Clan Cloud Cobra traded the design for five years of trade considerations. Both the Ghost Bears and [[Clan Hell's Horses]] make extensive use of the ''Fire Moth'' for reconnaissance, dueling, and infantry support. Because the ''Fire Moth'' is poorly armed and armored, and infantry support is a lack-luster assignment, the ''Fire Moth'' is frequently assigned to warriors who are older and lack [[bloodname]]s before they reach ''[[solahma]]'' units. These warriors tend to be extremely aggressive.<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050R/> |
| − | Most of the ''Fire Moth'' factories were moved to the Inner Sphere after [[Operation Revival]]. Though the | + | Most of the ''Fire Moth'' factories were moved to the Inner Sphere after [[Operation Revival]]. Though the 'Mech is rare in Clan Space, it is commonly passed over in favor of the ''[[Phantom (OmniMech)|Phantom]]'' OmniMech by the remaining [[Home Clans]], as it fulfills the same roles of the ''Fire Moth'' but with heavier armor.<ref>''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]'', p. 17: Discarded Tools of War - ''Hellbringer'' listed as among the 'Mechs phased out due to its association with Inner Sphere based Clans with the exception of Clan Coyote.</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | Typical of many light [[BattleMech|'Mechs]] in its liberal use of lightweight materials, the ''Fire Moth'''s superior speed comes from its 200 [[ | + | Typical of many [[BattleMech#Light|light]] [[BattleMech|'Mechs]] in its liberal use of lightweight materials, the ''Fire Moth''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s superior speed comes from its 200-rated [[extralight fusion engine]]. An [[endo steel]] chassis saves additional space, along with two tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor; this token amount of armor acts as the only barrier between an enemy and the 'Mech's fragile internals, and as such the ''Fire Moth'' relies much more on its speed than its durability for survival. The standard 10 [[double heat sink]]s have little trouble dissipating the 'Mech's heat.<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050R/> |
| − | For such a light design, the ''Fire Moth'' has an excellent array of short-range weapons in its | + | For such a light design, the ''Fire Moth'' has an excellent array of short-range weapons in its Primary configuration, one of the reasons for its superb performance in raids and guerrilla warfare. Each arm mounts an [[ER medium laser]] as primary weapons, supported by [[SRM-6]] and [[SRM-4]] racks to provide the ''Fire Moth'' with additional striking capability and allow it to exploit breaches in enemy armor. However, the heavy weapons load means that the ''Fire Moth'' lacks advanced electronics of any sort.<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050R/> |
==Alternate Configurations== | ==Alternate Configurations== | ||
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration A : Taking advantage of the 'Mech's ridiculous speed, this configuration acts as an artillery spotter and a typical scout, mounting an [[active probe]] for detecting hidden units and a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] system for designating artillery fire. The weapons payload was greatly reduced to fit in the electronics, however, and as such the ''Fire Moth'' A mounts only a single [[Streak SRM-4]] for self-defense. BV (1.0) = 550,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0) = 589<ref name=TRO3050U/>, 639<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 7</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration B : A close combat configuration, the ''Fire Moth'' B replaces the [[ER medium laser]]s with [[medium pulse laser]]s. Dual [[machine gun]]s easily dispose of any infantry the 'Mech may encounter, and an [[A-Pod]] secures the 'Mech's legs against any that manage to close in. BV (1.0) = 840,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0) = 922<ref name=TRO3050U/>, 639<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 8</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration C : An attempt to use the design for indirect fire support, the ''Fire Moth'' C mounted dual [[LRM-5]] missile racks, as well as an [[anti-missile system]], to prevent any retribution by its target. BV (1.0) = 636,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0) = 679,<ref name=TRO3050U/> 741<ref name=TRCIp6f /> or 759<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 9</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration D : A simple harasser and guerrilla warfare specialist, the ''Fire Moth'' D simply utilizes five [[ER medium laser]]s for excellent short-range firepower, made all the more deadly by an advanced [[targeting computer]]. This configuration also mounts a [[flamer]] for anti-infantry and incendiary use. BV (1.0) = 1,446,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0) = 1,916,<ref name=TRO3050U/> 2,307<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 10</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration E : Another simple but effective configuration, the ''Fire Moth'' E mounts an [[ATM-6]] missile rack, allowing for a surprising amount of flexibility. The ATM system utilizes many different types of ammunition, ranging from high-explosive short-range missiles to long-range missiles packed with fuel. BV (1.0) = 633,<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 33</ref> BV (2.0) = 674<ref name=TRO3050U/>, 822<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 11</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration F : The F configuration of the ''Fire Moth'' is an excellent jungle or urban scout. The 'Mech has an [[active probe]] to allow it to detect enemy ambushes. For anti-infantry use, the 'Mech has three [[AP Gauss rifle]]s, and three [[ER medium laser]]s help combat armored targets. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,232,<ref name=TRO3050U/> 1,461<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 12</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration G : The ''Fire Moth'' G was introduced in the [[Dark Age]]. It carries four [[improved heavy medium laser]]s that have been tied into a [[targeting computer]]. It is also equipped with a [[supercharger]] which, combined with the [[MASC]] system, allow the ''Fire Moth'' G to reach approximately 250 km/h in short bursts. To combat the extreme heat the 10 [[double heat sink]]s have been supplemented with a [[coolant pod]]. BV (2.0) = 2,041<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 72</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration H : Mounting the new heavy laser systems, the ''Fire Moth'' H sports a huge array of nine [[heavy small laser]]s, which provide devastating levels of short-range firepower. An additional [[double heat sink]] is also present, to help compensate for the accordingly huge heat burden. BV (1.0) = 485,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0) = 779<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 13</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration I : Carrying an [[LRM-5]] and an [[ER large laser]], this configuration turns the ''Fire Moth'' into a fast sniper. Additional close range firepower is provided by an [[improved heavy small laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,260<ref name=rg8p12>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 12</ref> |
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| + | *; Alternate Configuration J : Apparently an anti-infantry configuration, the 'Mech carries a [[plasma cannon]] and ammunition in the right arm, with two [[ER small laser]]s and an [[ER small pulse laser]] in the left arm. BV (2.0) = 1,140<ref name=rg8p12/> | ||
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| + | *; Alternate Configuration K : Clearly intended to combat infantry and battle armor, the K configuration carries two [[heavy medium laser]]s, backed up by six [[light machine gun]]s that are linked to two [[Machine Gun Array]]s. Finally, the 'Mech carries two [[B-Pod]]s, which are an upgraded version of [[A-Pod]]s, to make them effective against battle armor. BV (2.0) = 713,<ref name=TRO3050U/> 887<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 14</ref> | ||
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| + | *; Alternate Configuration M :Four [[ER small laser]]s are placed in the left arm, and an [[LRM-15]] with a ton of ammo in the right arm. BV (2.0) = 1,200<ref name=rg8p12/> | ||
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| + | *; Alternate Configuration P : Equipped with an engine [[supercharger]] allows the P configuration to sprint to 270 km/h. Each arm carries six [[micro pulse laser]]s. BV (2.0) = 841<ref name=rg8p12/> | ||
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| + | *; Alternate Configuration R : In this mixed-tech configuration, an Inner Sphere [[medium laser]] is carried in the right arm, supported by an [[ER small laser]], while the right torso and left arm mount an [[improved heavy medium laser]]. An [[ECM suite]] is tied into a [[C3 slave]] unit for electronic support. For close in defense, an [[M-Pod]] is carried on the right leg. BV (2.0) = 1,161<ref name=rg8p12/> | ||
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| + | *; Alternate Configuration T : A close range striker configuration, the left arm has two [[improved heavy medium laser]]s. The right arm carries an [[SRM-6]] with a ton of ammo, supplemented by an [[Improved One-Shot]] [[Streak SRM-4]]. An engine [[supercharger]] is also fitted to allow the 'Mech to close quickly. BV (2.0) = 1,305<ref name=rg8p12/> | ||
==Custom Variants== | ==Custom Variants== | ||
| − | *;''Fire Moth'' Aletha : Used by [[Galaxy Commander]] [[Aletha Kabrinski]], this variant of the ''Fire Moth'' mounts an [[ER | + | *; ''Fire Moth'' Aletha : Used by [[Galaxy Commander]] [[Aletha Kabrinski]], this variant of the ''Fire Moth'' mounts an [[ER large laser]] in the right arm, with a triple mount of [[ER small laser]]s in the left arm. There is a Clan [[ECM suite]] in the left torso to interfere with the [[Blakist]] C3i systems. BV (2.0) = 1,388<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Dieron'', p. 18: ''Fire Moth Aletha'' record sheet</ref> |
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| + | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| + | The ''Dasher'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Dasher Entry</ref> | ||
| + | * [[Narrow/Low Profile]] | ||
| + | * [[Overhead Arms]] | ||
==Related Designs== | ==Related Designs== | ||
| − | ''[[Dasher II]]'' - The ''Fire Moth'' would inspire a heavier non- | + | ''[[Dasher II]]'' - The ''Fire Moth'' would inspire a heavier non-OmniMech known as the ''Dasher II'' during the Dark Age Era. |
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| + | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
| + | :''See [[:Category:Notable Fire Moth (Dasher) Pilots]]'' | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | In German products the unit's proper Clan name was altered to '''Feuervogel''', which literally means ''Fire Bird''. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was | + | * In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was altered to '''''Feuervogel''''', which literally means ''Fire Bird''. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was translated to '''Sprinter'''. |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | + | Dasher.jpg|Original ''Fire Moth'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]'' | |
| − | + | 3050U Dasher.jpg|''Fire Moth'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]'' | |
| − | + | Fire Moth RGilClan v08.png|''Fire Moth'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8|RG:ilClan v8]]'' | |
| − | + | CCG Unlimited Dasher Prime.jpg|''Fire Moth Prime'' in motion from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | |
| − | + | CCG Counterstrike Dasher A.jpg|''Fire Moth A'' in combat from ''CCG'' | |
| − | + | CCG Counterstrike Dasher B.jpg|''Fire Moth B'' in battle from ''CCG'' | |
| − | + | CCG Unlimited Dasher C.jpg|''Fire Moth C'' in motion from ''CCG'' | |
| − | + | CCG Unlimited Dasher D.jpg|''Fire Moth D'' in combat from ''CCG'' | |
| + | Fire Moth Colour.jpg|''Fire Moth'' from ''Mechwarrior 2: 31st Century Combat'' game manual | ||
| + | Clan Fire Star - Fire Moth.jpg|''Fire Moth'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Clan Fire Star|Clan Fire Star]]'' | ||
| + | Alpha Strike Fire Moth.jpg|''Fire Moth'' miniature from ''[[Alpha Strike Boxed Set]]'' | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | + | {{div col|colwidth=25em}} |
| − | *''[[Era Digest: Golden Century]]'' | + | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
| − | *''[[Jihad Turning Points: Dieron]]'' | + | * ''[[Era Digest: Golden Century]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' | + | * ''[[Jihad Turning Points: Dieron]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]'' | + | * ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]'' |
| − | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]'' | |
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' | ||
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[[Category:OmniMechs]] | [[Category:OmniMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Light BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Light BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:20 ton BattleMechs]] | [[Category:20 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
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[[Category:Clan OmniMechs]] | [[Category:Clan OmniMechs]] | ||
[[Category:German renamed units]] | [[Category:German renamed units]] | ||
Latest revision as of 20:54, 16 April 2024
- This article is about the ultrafast Clan OmniMech. For other uses of "Dasher", see Dasher (disambiguation).
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| Fire Moth | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Dominion Facility Kappa-4 and -5[1] |
| Production Year | 2874[2] |
| Model | Prime[1] |
| Class | Light |
| Cost | 4,208,800 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Clan OmniMech |
| Mass | 20 tons |
| Chassis | Dominator Light-Alpha 20 |
| Armor | IceSheet Ferro Fibrous |
| Engine | Firebox 200 XL |
| Communications System | Untermarkt IV-a |
| Targeting Tracking System | Hakkøn MicroSystems |
| Heat Sinks | 10 double |
| Speed | 162 km/h (216 km/h with MASC) |
| Armament |
Primary configuration
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| BV (1.0) | 982[3] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,251[1][4] |
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Description[edit]
The Fire Moth is a light Clan OmniMech intended for scouting and infantry support and transport, often deployed by Clan Ghost Bear. With a running speed of 162.0 km/h, accelerating up to 216.0 km/h with the MASC system installed on the 'Mech's chassis, the Fire Moth is easily one of the fastest designs ever created, the reason the Inner Sphere gave it the codename of Dasher.[5][6][7]
The Fire Moth was originally designed by Clan Cloud Cobra scientists as an infantry support OmniMech. The high-placed arms were positioned in order for a pair of infantry "pods" underslung on the arms of the prototype Fire Moth. Designed to ease transporting Elementals into battle, the "pods" were discarded after the first field test, but the arms were never adjusted when the OmniMech debuted in 2874.[5][6][7][2]
Clan Ghost Bear came into possession of the Fire Moth when Clan Cloud Cobra traded the design for five years of trade considerations. Both the Ghost Bears and Clan Hell's Horses make extensive use of the Fire Moth for reconnaissance, dueling, and infantry support. Because the Fire Moth is poorly armed and armored, and infantry support is a lack-luster assignment, the Fire Moth is frequently assigned to warriors who are older and lack bloodnames before they reach solahma units. These warriors tend to be extremely aggressive.[5][6][7]
Most of the Fire Moth factories were moved to the Inner Sphere after Operation Revival. Though the 'Mech is rare in Clan Space, it is commonly passed over in favor of the Phantom OmniMech by the remaining Home Clans, as it fulfills the same roles of the Fire Moth but with heavier armor.[8]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
Typical of many light 'Mechs in its liberal use of lightweight materials, the Fire Moth's superior speed comes from its 200-rated extralight fusion engine. An endo steel chassis saves additional space, along with two tons of ferro-fibrous armor; this token amount of armor acts as the only barrier between an enemy and the 'Mech's fragile internals, and as such the Fire Moth relies much more on its speed than its durability for survival. The standard 10 double heat sinks have little trouble dissipating the 'Mech's heat.[5][6][7]
For such a light design, the Fire Moth has an excellent array of short-range weapons in its Primary configuration, one of the reasons for its superb performance in raids and guerrilla warfare. Each arm mounts an ER medium laser as primary weapons, supported by SRM-6 and SRM-4 racks to provide the Fire Moth with additional striking capability and allow it to exploit breaches in enemy armor. However, the heavy weapons load means that the Fire Moth lacks advanced electronics of any sort.[5][6][7]
Alternate Configurations[edit]
- Alternate Configuration A
- Taking advantage of the 'Mech's ridiculous speed, this configuration acts as an artillery spotter and a typical scout, mounting an active probe for detecting hidden units and a TAG system for designating artillery fire. The weapons payload was greatly reduced to fit in the electronics, however, and as such the Fire Moth A mounts only a single Streak SRM-4 for self-defense. BV (1.0) = 550,[3] BV (2.0) = 589[5], 639[1][9]
- Alternate Configuration B
- A close combat configuration, the Fire Moth B replaces the ER medium lasers with medium pulse lasers. Dual machine guns easily dispose of any infantry the 'Mech may encounter, and an A-Pod secures the 'Mech's legs against any that manage to close in. BV (1.0) = 840,[3] BV (2.0) = 922[5], 639[1][10]
- Alternate Configuration D
- A simple harasser and guerrilla warfare specialist, the Fire Moth D simply utilizes five ER medium lasers for excellent short-range firepower, made all the more deadly by an advanced targeting computer. This configuration also mounts a flamer for anti-infantry and incendiary use. BV (1.0) = 1,446,[3] BV (2.0) = 1,916,[5] 2,307[1][12]
- Alternate Configuration E
- Another simple but effective configuration, the Fire Moth E mounts an ATM-6 missile rack, allowing for a surprising amount of flexibility. The ATM system utilizes many different types of ammunition, ranging from high-explosive short-range missiles to long-range missiles packed with fuel. BV (1.0) = 633,[3][13] BV (2.0) = 674[5], 822[1][14]
- Alternate Configuration F
- The F configuration of the Fire Moth is an excellent jungle or urban scout. The 'Mech has an active probe to allow it to detect enemy ambushes. For anti-infantry use, the 'Mech has three AP Gauss rifles, and three ER medium lasers help combat armored targets. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,232,[5] 1,461[1][15]
- Alternate Configuration G
- The Fire Moth G was introduced in the Dark Age. It carries four improved heavy medium lasers that have been tied into a targeting computer. It is also equipped with a supercharger which, combined with the MASC system, allow the Fire Moth G to reach approximately 250 km/h in short bursts. To combat the extreme heat the 10 double heat sinks have been supplemented with a coolant pod. BV (2.0) = 2,041[16]
- Alternate Configuration H
- Mounting the new heavy laser systems, the Fire Moth H sports a huge array of nine heavy small lasers, which provide devastating levels of short-range firepower. An additional double heat sink is also present, to help compensate for the accordingly huge heat burden. BV (1.0) = 485,[3] BV (2.0) = 779[1][17]
- Alternate Configuration I
- Carrying an LRM-5 and an ER large laser, this configuration turns the Fire Moth into a fast sniper. Additional close range firepower is provided by an improved heavy small laser. BV (2.0) = 1,260[18]
- Alternate Configuration J
- Apparently an anti-infantry configuration, the 'Mech carries a plasma cannon and ammunition in the right arm, with two ER small lasers and an ER small pulse laser in the left arm. BV (2.0) = 1,140[18]
- Alternate Configuration K
- Clearly intended to combat infantry and battle armor, the K configuration carries two heavy medium lasers, backed up by six light machine guns that are linked to two Machine Gun Arrays. Finally, the 'Mech carries two B-Pods, which are an upgraded version of A-Pods, to make them effective against battle armor. BV (2.0) = 713,[5] 887[1][19]
- Alternate Configuration M
- Four ER small lasers are placed in the left arm, and an LRM-15 with a ton of ammo in the right arm. BV (2.0) = 1,200[18]
- Alternate Configuration P
- Equipped with an engine supercharger allows the P configuration to sprint to 270 km/h. Each arm carries six micro pulse lasers. BV (2.0) = 841[18]
- Alternate Configuration R
- In this mixed-tech configuration, an Inner Sphere medium laser is carried in the right arm, supported by an ER small laser, while the right torso and left arm mount an improved heavy medium laser. An ECM suite is tied into a C3 slave unit for electronic support. For close in defense, an M-Pod is carried on the right leg. BV (2.0) = 1,161[18]
- Alternate Configuration T
- A close range striker configuration, the left arm has two improved heavy medium lasers. The right arm carries an SRM-6 with a ton of ammo, supplemented by an Improved One-Shot Streak SRM-4. An engine supercharger is also fitted to allow the 'Mech to close quickly. BV (2.0) = 1,305[18]
Custom Variants[edit]
- Fire Moth Aletha
- Used by Galaxy Commander Aletha Kabrinski, this variant of the Fire Moth mounts an ER large laser in the right arm, with a triple mount of ER small lasers in the left arm. There is a Clan ECM suite in the left torso to interfere with the Blakist C3i systems. BV (2.0) = 1,388[20]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Dasher has the following Design Quirks:[21]
Related Designs[edit]
Dasher II - The Fire Moth would inspire a heavier non-OmniMech known as the Dasher II during the Dark Age Era.
Notable Pilots[edit]
Notes[edit]
- In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was altered to Feuervogel, which literally means Fire Bird. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was translated to Sprinter.
Gallery[edit]
Original Fire Moth from TRO:3050
Fire Moth from TRO:3050 Upgrade
Fire Moth from RG:ilClan v8
Fire Moth Prime in motion from CCG
Fire Moth A in combat from CCG
Fire Moth B in battle from CCG
Fire Moth C in motion from CCG
Fire Moth D in combat from CCG
Fire Moth from Mechwarrior 2: 31st Century Combat game manual
Fire Moth miniature from Clan Fire Star
Fire Moth miniature from Alpha Strike Boxed Set
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 Technical Readout: Clan Invasion, pp. 6–7: "Dasher"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Era Digest: Golden Century, p. 21: RUD
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 Combat Operations, p. 108
- ↑ Master Unit List http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/846/dasher-fire-moth-prime
- ↑ 5.00 5.01 5.02 5.03 5.04 5.05 5.06 5.07 5.08 5.09 5.10 5.11 Technical Readout 3050: Update
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 Technical Readout: 3050, pp. 12–13: "Dasher OmniMech Profile"
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 Technical Readout: 3050 Revised, pp. 10–11: "Dasher OmniMech Profile"
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 17: Discarded Tools of War - Hellbringer listed as among the 'Mechs phased out due to its association with Inner Sphere based Clans with the exception of Clan Coyote.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 7
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 8
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 9
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 10
- ↑ Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 33
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 11
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 12
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 72
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 13
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 18.2 18.3 18.4 18.5 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 12
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 14
- ↑ Jihad Turning Points: Dieron, p. 18: Fire Moth Aletha record sheet
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Dasher Entry
Bibliography[edit]
- Combat Operations
- Era Digest: Golden Century
- Jihad Turning Points: Dieron
- Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8
- Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)
- Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades
- Record Sheets: Upgrades
- Technical Readout: 3050
- Technical Readout: 3050 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade