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Line 1: − {{otheruses|the 45-ton OmniMech|other uses|Firestarter}} {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech | image = FirestarterOmni.jpg | image = FirestarterOmni.jpg | name = ''Firestarter'' | name = ''Firestarter'' − | manufacturer = + | manufacturer = [[Coventry Metal Works]]<ref name=TRO/> − [[Ceres Metals Industries]]<ref name=TRCIp114f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 114–115: "FS9-O Firestarter"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U --> ---- ---- − [[Coventry Metal Works]]<ref name=TRCIp114f /> + [[Luthien Armor Works - OmniMech Production Facility]]<ref name=TRO/> ---- ---- − [[Luthien Armor Works (OmniMech Production Facility)]]<ref name=TRCIp114f /> + [[Ceres Metals Industries]] <ref name=OCC>''Objectives: Capellan Confederation'', p. 8 - "Capella"</ref> ---- ---- − [[Victory Industries]]<ref name=TRCIp114f /> + [[Victory Industries]]<ref>''Objectives: Draconis Combine'', p. 21</ref> |production year = 3056 |production year = 3056 − | model = FS9-O<ref name=TRCIp114f /> + | model = FS9-O | Tech Base = Inner Sphere | Tech Base = Inner Sphere | mech type = OmniMech | mech type = OmniMech | cost = 10,146,375 [[C-bill]]s | cost = 10,146,375 [[C-bill]]s | mass = 45 | mass = 45 − | chassis = [[Foundation Reinforced Endo Steel]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> --> + | chassis = [[Foundation Reinforced]] [[endo steel]] − | armor = [[Durallex Nova]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> --> + | armor = [[Duralex Nova]] − | engine = [[GM 270 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> --> + | engine = [[GM 270 XL]] − | comsys = [[Cyclops 18XS Adaptable]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> --> + | comsys = [[Cyclops 18XS Adaptable]] − | T&T = [[Cyclops Special Limited]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> --> + | T&T = [[Cyclops Special Limited]] − | heat sinks = 12 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> --> + | heat sinks = 12 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] − | speed = 97 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> --> + | speed = 97.2 − | jumpjets = [[Luxor Load Lifters]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> --> + | jumpjets = [[Luxor Load Lifters]] − | armament = <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> --> + | armament = − Fixed Equipment − * 2x [[flamer]] Primary Configuration Primary Configuration − * 2x [[flamer]] + * 4x [[Flamer]]ss − * 2x [[large laser]] + * 2x [[Large laser]]s | equipment = | equipment = * 1x [[Beagle active probe]] * 1x [[Beagle active probe]] − | BV (1.0) = 1,009<ref name=TRO3058Up128f>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 128–129: "Firestarter OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 186</ref> + | BV (1.0) = 1,009<ref name=TRO>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 128-129, "Firestarter OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 186</ref> − | BV (2.0) = 1,144<ref name=TRCIp114f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 220</ref> + | BV (2.0) = 1,144<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 220</ref> }} }} ==Description== ==Description== − Initially the direct result of a dubious goodwill gesture between enemy Houses during the [[Clan Invasion]], the '''''Firestarter''''' [[OmniMech]] has proven to be a flexible and highly effective medium trooper design.<ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref name=TRO3058p86f>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 86–87: "Firestarter OmniMech"</ref> + Initially the direct result of a dubious goodwill gesture between enemy Houses during the [[Clan Invasion]], the '''''Firestarter''''' [[OmniMech]] has proven to be a flexible and highly effective medium trooper design.<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO:3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 86-87, "Firestarter OmniMech"</ref> − As part of technology exchange agreements between the Great Houses during the initial Clan Invasion, a seemingly duplicitous [[Coventry Metal Works]] offered full design specifications and manufacturing licenses for the overly specialized ''[[Firestarter (BattleMech)|Firestarter]]'' [[BattleMech]] to an utterly indifferent [[Luthien Armor Works]]. Thus, when it was the Combine's turn to reciprocate, though CMW eagerly expected specifications to one of the Combine's newly developed OmniMechs, LAW responded by returning a set of specifications for a slightly modified FS9-O OmniMech instead, citing that retooling one of Coventry's standard ''Firestarter'' lines would require less time to effect.<ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref name=TRO3058p86f/> + As part of technology exchange agreements between the Great Houses during the initial Clan Invasion, a seemingly duplicitous [[Coventry Metal Works]] offered full design specifications and manufacturing licenses for the overly specialized ''[[Firestarter]]'' [[BattleMech]] to an utterly indifferent [[Luthien Armor Works]]. Thus, when it was the Combine's turn to reciprocate, though CMW eagerly expected specifications to one of the Combine's newly developed OmniMechs, LAW responded by returning a set of specifications to slightly modified FS9-O OmniMech instead, citing that retooling one of Coventry's standard ''Firestarter'' lines would require less time to effect.<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO:3058/> − Ultimately overcoming a somewhat politically troubled birth, the OmniMech ''Firestarter'' has proven to be an highly effective and flexible design, with the Combine using it to replace other aging medium-weight workhorses such as the ''[[Phoenix Hawk]]'', ''[[Wolf Trap]]'', and ''[[Trebuchet]]'' among its front-line forces, while both halves of the [[Federated Commonwealth]] instead used it as a recon focused replacement for the original 'Mech and by the [[FedCom Civil War]] as a command 'Mech for light 'Mech [[lance]]s and [[companies]]. The only complaint many [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] and technical crews have with the design is the sheer volume of fixed equipment the ''Firestarter'' carries, believing the permanently mounted [[jump jet]]s, [[flamer]]s and [[double heat sink]]s unduly restricts the natural flexibility of the OmniMech.<ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref name=TRO3058p86f/> + Ultimately overcoming a somewhat politically troubled birth, the OmniMech ''Firestarter'' has proven to be an highly effective and flexible design, with the Combine using it to replace other aging medium-weight workhorses such as the ''[[Phoenix Hawk]]'', ''[[Wolf Trap]]'' and ''[[Trebuchet]]'' among its front-line forces, while both halves of the [[Federated Commonwealth]] instead used it as a recon focused replacement for the original 'Mech and by the [[FedCom Civil War]] as a command 'Mech for light 'Mech [[lance]]s and [[companies]]. The only complaint many [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] and technical crews have with the design is the sheer volume of fixed equipment the ''Firestarter'' carries, believing the permanently mounted [[jump jet]]s, [[flamer]]s and [[double heat sink]]s unduly restricts the natural flexibility of the OmniMech.<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO:3058/> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The OmniMech FS9-O is 10 tons heavier than its BattleMech cousin, and the extra weight is put to good use. As a 'Mech, the ''Firestarter'' is well armored and maneuverable with its eight and a half tons of armor and six permanently mounted [[jump jet]]s that allow the ''Firestarter'' to jump up to 180 meters in all of its configurations. Most of the ''Firestarter''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s configurations are based around advanced electronic warfare equipment, many also tend to be specific to either the Draconis Combine, [[Lyran Alliance]] or [[Free Worlds League]], utilizing weapons preferred and/or developed within those realms. A holdover from its parent design, two permanently mounted [[Hotshot]] [[flamer]]s pointing forward and rearward provide some offensive ability no matter what configuration is mounted.<ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref name=TRO3058p86f>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 86–87: "Firestarter OmniMech"</ref> + The OmniMech FS9-O is 10 tons heavier than its BattleMech cousin, and the extra weight is put to good use. As a 'Mech, the ''Firestarter'' is well armored and maneuverable with its eight and a half tons of armor and six permanently mounted [[jump jet]]s that allow the ''Firestarter'' to jump up to 180 meters in all of its configurations. Most of the ''Firestarter''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s configurations are based around advanced electronic warfare equipment, many also tend to be specific to either the Draconis Combine, [[Lyran Alliance]] or [[Free Worlds League]], utilizing weapons preferred and/or developed within those realms. A holdover from its parent design, two permanently mounted [[Hotshot]] [[flamer]]s pointing forward and rearward provide some offensive ability no matter what configuration is mounted. <ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO:3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 86-87, "Firestarter OmniMech"</ref> − In its Primary configuration, the ''Firestarter'' is built to stay at long ranges when facing an enemy. The primary weapons are a pair of [[large laser]]s, which provide the 'Mech with respectable long-range firepower. To allow the 'Mech to create cover for itself and to clear woods, the ''Firestarter'' Prime carries two extra [[flamer]]s on top of its fixed pair, bringing the total to four. Finally, to allow the 'Mech to search out hidden units, the Prime carries a [[Beagle active probe]].<ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref name=TRO3058p86f/> + In its Primary configuration the ''Firestarter'' is built to stay at long ranges when facing an enemy. The primary weapons are a pair of [[large laser]]s, which provide the 'Mech with respectable long-range firepower. To allow the 'Mech to create cover for itself and to clear woods, the ''Firestarter'' Prime carries two extra [[flamer]]s on top of its fixed pair, bringing the total to four. Finally, to allow the 'Mech to search out hidden units, the Prime carries a [[Beagle active probe]].<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO:3058/> ==Alternate Configurations== ==Alternate Configurations== − *; Alternate Configuration A : The ''Firestarter'' A carries, as its primary weapon, an [[LB-X AC/10|LB 10-X autocannon]] that allows the 'Mech to work in an anti-aircraft or vehicle hunting role. As a secondary weapon in the A configuration, the 'Mech carries a [[small laser]] for extra anti-personnel capability.<ref name=TRCIp114f /> BV (1.0) = 902;<ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 187</ref> BV (2.0) = 976<ref name=TRCIp114f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 221</ref> + *; Alternate Configuration A : The ''Firestarter'' A carries, as its primary weapon, an [[LB-X AC/10]] that allows the 'Mech to work in an anti-aircraft or vehicle hunting role. As a secondary weapon in the A configuration, the 'Mech carries a [[small laser]] and the two fixed [[flamer]]s for anti-personnel combat. BV (1.0) = 902<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 187</ref>, BV (2.0) = 976<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 221</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration B : Configured as a close combat and artillery spotting 'Mech, the ''Firestarter'' B carries a [[large pulse laser]] as its primary weapon, which is backed up by a pair of [[medium pulse laser]]s and a [[small laser]]. The centerpiece of the B configuration is its electronics package, which consists of a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] spotting laser for directing artillery fire and a [[C3 slave unit]] that allows the ''Firestarter'' to share targeting data with allied units.<ref name=TRCIp114f /> BV (1.0) = 957;<ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 188</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,070<ref name=TRCIp114f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 222</ref> + *; Alternate Configuration B : Configured as a close combat and artillery spotting 'Mech, the ''Firestarter'' B carries a [[large pulse laser]] as its primary weapon, which is backed up by a pair of [[medium pulse laser]]s and a [[small laser]]. The two foxed [[flamer]]s to deter infantry attacks and also allow the 'Mech to start fires for cover. The centerpiece of the B configuration is its electronics package, which consists of a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] spotting laser for directing artillery fire and a [[C3 slave unit]] that allows the ''Firestarter'' to share targeting data with allied units. BV (1.0) = 957<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 188</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,070<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 222</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration C : Intended as a long-range fire support configuration, the ''Firestarter'' C carries a pair of [[LRM-10]] launchers. A single [[small laser]] supplements the close-range combat capability. Additionally, a [[C3 slave unit]] is carried so that the ''Firestarter'' C can benefit from sharing targeting data with allied units.<ref name=TRCIp114f /> BV (1.0) = 939;<ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 189</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,006<ref name=TRCIp114f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 223</ref> + *; Alternate Configuration C : Intended as a long-range fire support configuration, the ''Firestarter'' C carries a pair of [[LRM-10]] launchers. The 'Mech<nowiki>'</nowiki>s two [[flamer]]s are backed up a singe [[small laser]] for close combat. Additionally, a [[C3 slave unit]] is carried so that the ''Firestarter'' C can benefit from sharing targeting data with allied units. BV (1.0) = 939<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 189</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,006<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 223</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration D : The D configuration is intended for long-range direct fire support and sniping. This is done by using an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon, backed up by an [[LRM-5]] launcher and a [[medium laser]]. The D Configuration carries a [[C3 slave unit]] as well as a [[Guardian ECM suite]] to protect itself from an enemy's electronic warfare equipment.<ref name=TRCIp114f /> BV (1.0) = 1,210;<ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,322<ref name=TRCIp114f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 224</ref> + *; Alternate Configuration D : The D configuration is intended for long-range direct fire support and sniping. This is done by using an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon, backed up by an [[LRM-5]] launcher, a [[medium laser]], and two [[flamer]]s for direct fire support. The D Configuration carries a [[C3 slave unit]] as well as a [[Guardian ECM suite]] to protect itself from an enemy's electronic warfare equipment. BV (1.0) = 1,210<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 190</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,322<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 224</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration E : The E configuration of the ''Firestarter'' is intended for close combat and carries as its primary weapon an [[MRM-20]] launcher. This is backed up by a [[medium pulse laser]] and a [[small pulse laser]]. A [[Sword (weapon)|sword]] provides additional power in melee combat situations.<ref name=TRCIp114f /> BV (1.0) = 932;<ref name=FMDC-159>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 159: "Rules - DCMS OmniMech Configurations - FS9-0E Firestarter"</ref><ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 191</ref> BV (2.0) = 998<ref name=TRCIp114f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 225</ref> + *; Alternate Configuration E : The E configuration of the ''Firestarter'' is intended for close combat and carries as its primary weapon an [[MRM-20]] launcher. This is backed up by a [[medium pulse laser]], a [[small pulse laser]], and two [[flamer]]s. A [[sword]] provides additional power in melee combat situations. BV (1.0) = 932<ref name=FMDC-159>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 159 "Rules - DCMS OmniMech Configurations - FS9-0E Firestarter"</ref><ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 191</ref>, BV (2.0) = 998<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 225</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration F : This configuration is exclusively used by the [[Free Worlds League]]. The F carries two [[ER large laser]]s, which are backed up by two [[ER medium laser]]s and an [[ER small laser]]; a single additional heat sink make slight difference.<ref name=TRCIp114f /> BV (1.0) = 1,225;<ref name=FMFWL-139>''Field Manual: Free Worlds League'', p. 139: "Rules - FWLM OmniMech Configurations - F9-OF Firestarter"</ref><ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 192</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,446<ref name=TRCIp114f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 226</ref> + *; Alternate Configuration F : This configuration is exclusively used by the [[Free Worlds League]]. The F carries two [[ER large laser]]s, which are backed up by two [[ER medium laser]]s, an [[ER small laser]], and two [[flamer]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,225<ref name=FMFWL-139>''Field Manual: Free Worlds League'', p. 139 "Rules - FWLM OmniMech Configurations - F9-OF Firestarter"</ref><ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 192</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,446<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 226</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration G : Another long-range configuration of the ''Firestarter'', the G mounts an [[LB-X AC/5|LB 5-X autocannon]] with CASE for the ammo bin. For close combat, the 'Mech carries three [[medium laser]]s.<ref name=TRCIp114f /> BV (1.0) = 1,008;<ref name=TRO3058Up128f/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 193</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,063<ref name=TRCIp114f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 227</ref> + *; Alternate Configuration G : Another long-range configuration of the ''Firestarter'', the G mounts an [[LB-X AC/5]]. For close combat, the 'Mech carries three [[medium laser]]s and the always-present pair of [[flamer]]s that allow the ''Firestarter'' to start fires to create smoke to cover its movement. BV (1.0) = 1,008<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 193</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,063<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 227</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration H : This version is an electronics specialist, and as such is equipped with a [[Beagle active probe]] and [[Guardian ECM suite]] for use in providing cover for its lancemates. Offensively, the ''Firestarter'' H is equipped with an [[ER medium laser]], two [[flamer]]s, two [[medium pulse laser]]s, two [[small pulse laser]]s, and a pair of [[machine gun]]s with a half-ton of ammunition. It also carries an [[anti-missile system]]. BV (2.0) = 1,119<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 228</ref> + *; Alternate Configuration H : This version is an electronics specialist, and as such is equipped with a [[Beagle active probe]] and [[Guardian ECM suite]] for use in providing cover for its lancemates. Offensively, the ''Firestarter'' H is equipped with an [[ER medium laser]], two [[flamer]]s, two [[medium pulse laser]]s, two [[small pulse laser]]s, and a pair of [[machine gun]]s with a half ton of ammunition. It also carries an [[anti-missile system]]. BV (2.0) = 1,119<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 228</ref> *; Alternate Configuration R : A field upgrade developed in the midst of [[Operation Bulldog]], this configuration utilized captured [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] weapons to help bolster the [[SLDF]] forces in later waves, mounting an [[Artemis IV FCS]]-enhanced [[Clan]] [[LRM-10]] and a pair of Clan [[ER large laser]]s.<ref name=TDR>''The Dragon Roars'', p. 6</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,713<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 229</ref> *; Alternate Configuration R : A field upgrade developed in the midst of [[Operation Bulldog]], this configuration utilized captured [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] weapons to help bolster the [[SLDF]] forces in later waves, mounting an [[Artemis IV FCS]]-enhanced [[Clan]] [[LRM-10]] and a pair of Clan [[ER large laser]]s.<ref name=TDR>''The Dragon Roars'', p. 6</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,713<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 229</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration U : Another "unusual environment" configuration, the ''Firestarter'' U is intended to support marine boarding actions against [[DropShip]]s and [[WarShip]]s. For these actions it carries a [[Sword (weapon)|sword]] in the right arm and five [[medium pulse laser]]s, and though it retains the torso mounted [[flamer]]s, the most interesting part of its payload is the [[liquid storage]] tank that provides additional reaction mass for the six [[jump jet]]s. The 24 double heat sinks barely handle the heat from all the weapons.BV (2.0) = 1,120<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 70</ref> + *; Alternate Configuration U : Another "unusual environment" configuration, the ''Firestarter'' U is intended to support marine boarding actions against [[DropShip]]s and [[WarShip]]s. For these actions it carries a [[sword]] in the right arm and five [[medium pulse laser]]s, and though it retains the torso mounted [[flamer]]s, the most interesting part of its payload is the [[liquid storage]] tank that provides additional reaction mass for the six [[jump jet]]s. The 24 [[double heat sink]]s barely handle the heat from all the weapons.BV (2.0) = 1,120<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 70</ref> *; Alternate Configuration X : This version carries several [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] systems. Reminiscent of the ''Firestarter'' H, it's equipped with an [[Angel ECM suite]] and [[Bloodhound active probe]]. It carries the twin center torso [[flamer]]s common to all ''Firestarter'' variants, and augments them with a [[Streak SRM-2]] and a [[large X-pulse laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,190<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 230</ref> *; Alternate Configuration X : This version carries several [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] systems. Reminiscent of the ''Firestarter'' H, it's equipped with an [[Angel ECM suite]] and [[Bloodhound active probe]]. It carries the twin center torso [[flamer]]s common to all ''Firestarter'' variants, and augments them with a [[Streak SRM-2]] and a [[large X-pulse laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,190<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 230</ref> ==Design Quirks== ==Design Quirks== − The ''Firestarter'' OmniMech is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Firestarter Entry</ref> + The ''Firestarter'' OmniMech is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91 BattleMech Quirk Table - Firestarter Entry.</ref> * [[Cowl]] * [[Cowl]] − * [[Difficult to Maintain]] + * [[Difficult to Maintain]] ==Related BattleMechs== ==Related BattleMechs== − * ''[[Firestarter (BattleMech)|Firestarter]]'' - [[Coventry Metal Works]] gave [[Luthien Armor Works]] the plans to produce the ''Firestarter''. Luthien Armor Works reciprocated by reworking the ''Firestarter'' as an OmniMech. Production commenced around [[3058]].<ref name=TRO3058p86f/> + * ''[[Firestarter (BattleMech)|Firestarter]]'' - [[Coventry Metal Works]] gave [[Luthien Armor Works]] the plans to produce the ''Firestarter''. Luthien Armor Works reciprocated by reworking the ''Firestarter'' as an OmniMech. Production commenced around [[3058]].<ref name=TRO:3058/> ==Gallery== ==Gallery== <gallery> <gallery> File:Firestarter TRO3058.png|Original ''Firestarter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' File:Firestarter TRO3058.png|Original ''Firestarter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' − File:FirestarterOmni.jpg|''Firestarter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade|TRO:3058 Upgrade]]'' + File:FirestarterOmni.jpg|''Firestarter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade|TRO:3058 Upgrade]]'' Image:CCG Mechwarrior Firestarter.jpg|FS9-OD ''Firestarter'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' Image:CCG Mechwarrior Firestarter.jpg|FS9-OD ''Firestarter'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' Image:CCG Crusade Firestarter.jpg|FS9-OF ''Firestarter'' in motion from ''CCG'' Image:CCG Crusade Firestarter.jpg|FS9-OF ''Firestarter'' in motion from ''CCG'' Line 110:
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| image = FirestarterOmni.jpg | | image = FirestarterOmni.jpg | ||
| name = ''Firestarter'' | | name = ''Firestarter'' | ||
| − | | manufacturer = | + | | manufacturer = [[Coventry Metal Works]]<ref name=TRO/> |
| − | [[ | ||
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| − | [[ | + | [[Luthien Armor Works - OmniMech Production Facility]]<ref name=TRO/> |
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| − | [[ | + | [[Ceres Metals Industries]] <ref name=OCC>''Objectives: Capellan Confederation'', p. 8 - "Capella"</ref> |
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| − | [[Victory Industries]]<ref | + | [[Victory Industries]]<ref>''Objectives: Draconis Combine'', p. 21</ref> |
|production year = 3056 | |production year = 3056 | ||
| − | | model = FS9-O | + | | model = FS9-O |
| Tech Base = Inner Sphere | | Tech Base = Inner Sphere | ||
| mech type = OmniMech | | mech type = OmniMech | ||
| cost = 10,146,375 [[C-bill]]s | | cost = 10,146,375 [[C-bill]]s | ||
| mass = 45 | | mass = 45 | ||
| − | | chassis = [[Foundation Reinforced | + | | chassis = [[Foundation Reinforced]] [[endo steel]] |
| − | | armor = [[ | + | | armor = [[Duralex Nova]] |
| − | | engine = [[GM 270 XL]] | + | | engine = [[GM 270 XL]] |
| − | | comsys = [[Cyclops 18XS Adaptable]] | + | | comsys = [[Cyclops 18XS Adaptable]] |
| − | | T&T = [[Cyclops Special Limited]] | + | | T&T = [[Cyclops Special Limited]] |
| − | | heat sinks = 12 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] | + | | heat sinks = 12 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] |
| − | | speed = 97 | + | | speed = 97.2 |
| − | | jumpjets = [[Luxor Load Lifters]] | + | | jumpjets = [[Luxor Load Lifters]] |
| − | | armament = | + | | armament = |
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Primary Configuration | Primary Configuration | ||
| − | * | + | * 4x [[Flamer]]ss |
| − | * 2x [[ | + | * 2x [[Large laser]]s |
| equipment = | | equipment = | ||
* 1x [[Beagle active probe]] | * 1x [[Beagle active probe]] | ||
| − | | BV (1.0) = 1,009<ref name= | + | | BV (1.0) = 1,009<ref name=TRO>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 128-129, "Firestarter OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 186</ref> |
| − | | BV (2.0) = 1,144 | + | | BV (2.0) = 1,144<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 220</ref> |
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Initially the direct result of a dubious goodwill gesture between enemy Houses during the [[Clan Invasion]], the '''''Firestarter''''' [[OmniMech]] has proven to be a flexible and highly effective medium trooper design.<ref name= | + | Initially the direct result of a dubious goodwill gesture between enemy Houses during the [[Clan Invasion]], the '''''Firestarter''''' [[OmniMech]] has proven to be a flexible and highly effective medium trooper design.<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO:3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 86-87, "Firestarter OmniMech"</ref> |
| − | As part of technology exchange agreements between the Great Houses during the initial Clan Invasion, a seemingly duplicitous [[Coventry Metal Works]] offered full design specifications and manufacturing licenses for the overly specialized ''[[ | + | As part of technology exchange agreements between the Great Houses during the initial Clan Invasion, a seemingly duplicitous [[Coventry Metal Works]] offered full design specifications and manufacturing licenses for the overly specialized ''[[Firestarter]]'' [[BattleMech]] to an utterly indifferent [[Luthien Armor Works]]. Thus, when it was the Combine's turn to reciprocate, though CMW eagerly expected specifications to one of the Combine's newly developed OmniMechs, LAW responded by returning a set of specifications to slightly modified FS9-O OmniMech instead, citing that retooling one of Coventry's standard ''Firestarter'' lines would require less time to effect.<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO:3058/> |
| − | Ultimately overcoming a somewhat politically troubled birth, the OmniMech ''Firestarter'' has proven to be an highly effective and flexible design, with the Combine using it to replace other aging medium-weight workhorses such as the ''[[Phoenix Hawk]]'', ''[[Wolf Trap]]'' | + | Ultimately overcoming a somewhat politically troubled birth, the OmniMech ''Firestarter'' has proven to be an highly effective and flexible design, with the Combine using it to replace other aging medium-weight workhorses such as the ''[[Phoenix Hawk]]'', ''[[Wolf Trap]]'' and ''[[Trebuchet]]'' among its front-line forces, while both halves of the [[Federated Commonwealth]] instead used it as a recon focused replacement for the original 'Mech and by the [[FedCom Civil War]] as a command 'Mech for light 'Mech [[lance]]s and [[companies]]. The only complaint many [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] and technical crews have with the design is the sheer volume of fixed equipment the ''Firestarter'' carries, believing the permanently mounted [[jump jet]]s, [[flamer]]s and [[double heat sink]]s unduly restricts the natural flexibility of the OmniMech.<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO:3058/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The OmniMech FS9-O is 10 tons heavier than its BattleMech cousin, and the extra weight is put to good use. As a 'Mech, the ''Firestarter'' is well armored and maneuverable with its eight and a half tons of armor and six permanently mounted [[jump jet]]s that allow the ''Firestarter'' to jump up to 180 meters in all of its configurations. Most of the ''Firestarter''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s configurations are based around advanced electronic warfare equipment, many also tend to be specific to either the Draconis Combine, [[Lyran Alliance]] or [[Free Worlds League]], utilizing weapons preferred and/or developed within those realms. A holdover from its parent design, two permanently mounted [[Hotshot]] [[flamer]]s pointing forward and rearward provide some offensive ability no matter what configuration is mounted.<ref name= | + | The OmniMech FS9-O is 10 tons heavier than its BattleMech cousin, and the extra weight is put to good use. As a 'Mech, the ''Firestarter'' is well armored and maneuverable with its eight and a half tons of armor and six permanently mounted [[jump jet]]s that allow the ''Firestarter'' to jump up to 180 meters in all of its configurations. Most of the ''Firestarter''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s configurations are based around advanced electronic warfare equipment, many also tend to be specific to either the Draconis Combine, [[Lyran Alliance]] or [[Free Worlds League]], utilizing weapons preferred and/or developed within those realms. A holdover from its parent design, two permanently mounted [[Hotshot]] [[flamer]]s pointing forward and rearward provide some offensive ability no matter what configuration is mounted. <ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO:3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 86-87, "Firestarter OmniMech"</ref> |
| − | In its Primary configuration | + | In its Primary configuration the ''Firestarter'' is built to stay at long ranges when facing an enemy. The primary weapons are a pair of [[large laser]]s, which provide the 'Mech with respectable long-range firepower. To allow the 'Mech to create cover for itself and to clear woods, the ''Firestarter'' Prime carries two extra [[flamer]]s on top of its fixed pair, bringing the total to four. Finally, to allow the 'Mech to search out hidden units, the Prime carries a [[Beagle active probe]].<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO:3058/> |
==Alternate Configurations== | ==Alternate Configurations== | ||
| − | *; Alternate Configuration A : The ''Firestarter'' A carries, as its primary weapon, an [[LB-X AC/10 | + | *; Alternate Configuration A : The ''Firestarter'' A carries, as its primary weapon, an [[LB-X AC/10]] that allows the 'Mech to work in an anti-aircraft or vehicle hunting role. As a secondary weapon in the A configuration, the 'Mech carries a [[small laser]] and the two fixed [[flamer]]s for anti-personnel combat. BV (1.0) = 902<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 187</ref>, BV (2.0) = 976<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 221</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration B : Configured as a close combat and artillery spotting 'Mech, the ''Firestarter'' B carries a [[large pulse laser]] as its primary weapon, which is backed up by a pair of [[medium pulse laser]]s and a [[small laser]]. The centerpiece of the B configuration is its electronics package, which consists of a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] spotting laser for directing artillery fire and a [[C3 slave unit]] that allows the ''Firestarter'' to share targeting data with allied units. | + | *; Alternate Configuration B : Configured as a close combat and artillery spotting 'Mech, the ''Firestarter'' B carries a [[large pulse laser]] as its primary weapon, which is backed up by a pair of [[medium pulse laser]]s and a [[small laser]]. The two foxed [[flamer]]s to deter infantry attacks and also allow the 'Mech to start fires for cover. The centerpiece of the B configuration is its electronics package, which consists of a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] spotting laser for directing artillery fire and a [[C3 slave unit]] that allows the ''Firestarter'' to share targeting data with allied units. BV (1.0) = 957<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 188</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,070<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 222</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration C : Intended as a long-range fire support configuration, the ''Firestarter'' C carries a pair of [[LRM-10]] launchers. | + | *; Alternate Configuration C : Intended as a long-range fire support configuration, the ''Firestarter'' C carries a pair of [[LRM-10]] launchers. The 'Mech<nowiki>'</nowiki>s two [[flamer]]s are backed up a singe [[small laser]] for close combat. Additionally, a [[C3 slave unit]] is carried so that the ''Firestarter'' C can benefit from sharing targeting data with allied units. BV (1.0) = 939<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 189</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,006<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 223</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration D : The D configuration is intended for long-range direct fire support and sniping. This is done by using an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon, backed up by an [[LRM-5]] launcher | + | *; Alternate Configuration D : The D configuration is intended for long-range direct fire support and sniping. This is done by using an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon, backed up by an [[LRM-5]] launcher, a [[medium laser]], and two [[flamer]]s for direct fire support. The D Configuration carries a [[C3 slave unit]] as well as a [[Guardian ECM suite]] to protect itself from an enemy's electronic warfare equipment. BV (1.0) = 1,210<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 190</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,322<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 224</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration E : The E configuration of the ''Firestarter'' is intended for close combat and carries as its primary weapon an [[MRM-20]] launcher. This is backed up by a [[medium pulse laser]] | + | *; Alternate Configuration E : The E configuration of the ''Firestarter'' is intended for close combat and carries as its primary weapon an [[MRM-20]] launcher. This is backed up by a [[medium pulse laser]], a [[small pulse laser]], and two [[flamer]]s. A [[sword]] provides additional power in melee combat situations. BV (1.0) = 932<ref name=FMDC-159>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 159 "Rules - DCMS OmniMech Configurations - FS9-0E Firestarter"</ref><ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 191</ref>, BV (2.0) = 998<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 225</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration F : This configuration is exclusively used by the [[Free Worlds League]]. The F carries two [[ER large laser]]s, which are backed up by two [[ER medium laser]]s | + | *; Alternate Configuration F : This configuration is exclusively used by the [[Free Worlds League]]. The F carries two [[ER large laser]]s, which are backed up by two [[ER medium laser]]s, an [[ER small laser]], and two [[flamer]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,225<ref name=FMFWL-139>''Field Manual: Free Worlds League'', p. 139 "Rules - FWLM OmniMech Configurations - F9-OF Firestarter"</ref><ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 192</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,446<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 226</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration G : Another long-range configuration of the ''Firestarter'', the G mounts an [[LB-X AC/5 | + | *; Alternate Configuration G : Another long-range configuration of the ''Firestarter'', the G mounts an [[LB-X AC/5]]. For close combat, the 'Mech carries three [[medium laser]]s and the always-present pair of [[flamer]]s that allow the ''Firestarter'' to start fires to create smoke to cover its movement. BV (1.0) = 1,008<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 193</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,063<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 227</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration H : This version is an electronics specialist, and as such is equipped with a [[Beagle active probe]] and [[Guardian ECM suite]] for use in providing cover for its lancemates. Offensively, the ''Firestarter'' H is equipped with an [[ER medium laser]], two [[flamer]]s, two [[medium pulse laser]]s, two [[small pulse laser]]s, and a pair of [[machine gun]]s with a half | + | *; Alternate Configuration H : This version is an electronics specialist, and as such is equipped with a [[Beagle active probe]] and [[Guardian ECM suite]] for use in providing cover for its lancemates. Offensively, the ''Firestarter'' H is equipped with an [[ER medium laser]], two [[flamer]]s, two [[medium pulse laser]]s, two [[small pulse laser]]s, and a pair of [[machine gun]]s with a half ton of ammunition. It also carries an [[anti-missile system]]. BV (2.0) = 1,119<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 228</ref> |
*; Alternate Configuration R : A field upgrade developed in the midst of [[Operation Bulldog]], this configuration utilized captured [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] weapons to help bolster the [[SLDF]] forces in later waves, mounting an [[Artemis IV FCS]]-enhanced [[Clan]] [[LRM-10]] and a pair of Clan [[ER large laser]]s.<ref name=TDR>''The Dragon Roars'', p. 6</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,713<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 229</ref> | *; Alternate Configuration R : A field upgrade developed in the midst of [[Operation Bulldog]], this configuration utilized captured [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] weapons to help bolster the [[SLDF]] forces in later waves, mounting an [[Artemis IV FCS]]-enhanced [[Clan]] [[LRM-10]] and a pair of Clan [[ER large laser]]s.<ref name=TDR>''The Dragon Roars'', p. 6</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,713<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 229</ref> | ||
| − | *; Alternate Configuration U : Another "unusual environment" configuration, the ''Firestarter'' U is intended to support marine boarding actions against [[DropShip]]s and [[WarShip]]s. For these actions it carries a [[ | + | *; Alternate Configuration U : Another "unusual environment" configuration, the ''Firestarter'' U is intended to support marine boarding actions against [[DropShip]]s and [[WarShip]]s. For these actions it carries a [[sword]] in the right arm and five [[medium pulse laser]]s, and though it retains the torso mounted [[flamer]]s, the most interesting part of its payload is the [[liquid storage]] tank that provides additional reaction mass for the six [[jump jet]]s. The 24 [[double heat sink]]s barely handle the heat from all the weapons.BV (2.0) = 1,120<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 70</ref> |
*; Alternate Configuration X : This version carries several [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] systems. Reminiscent of the ''Firestarter'' H, it's equipped with an [[Angel ECM suite]] and [[Bloodhound active probe]]. It carries the twin center torso [[flamer]]s common to all ''Firestarter'' variants, and augments them with a [[Streak SRM-2]] and a [[large X-pulse laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,190<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 230</ref> | *; Alternate Configuration X : This version carries several [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] systems. Reminiscent of the ''Firestarter'' H, it's equipped with an [[Angel ECM suite]] and [[Bloodhound active probe]]. It carries the twin center torso [[flamer]]s common to all ''Firestarter'' variants, and augments them with a [[Streak SRM-2]] and a [[large X-pulse laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,190<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 230</ref> | ||
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| − | The ''Firestarter'' OmniMech is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91 | + | The ''Firestarter'' OmniMech is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91 BattleMech Quirk Table - Firestarter Entry.</ref> |
* [[Cowl]] | * [[Cowl]] | ||
| − | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] | + | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] |
==Related BattleMechs== | ==Related BattleMechs== | ||
| − | * ''[[Firestarter (BattleMech)|Firestarter]]'' - [[Coventry Metal Works]] gave [[Luthien Armor Works]] the plans to produce the ''Firestarter''. Luthien Armor Works reciprocated by reworking the ''Firestarter'' as an OmniMech. Production commenced around [[3058]].<ref name= | + | * ''[[Firestarter (BattleMech)|Firestarter]]'' - [[Coventry Metal Works]] gave [[Luthien Armor Works]] the plans to produce the ''Firestarter''. Luthien Armor Works reciprocated by reworking the ''Firestarter'' as an OmniMech. Production commenced around [[3058]].<ref name=TRO:3058/> |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:Firestarter TRO3058.png|Original ''Firestarter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' | File:Firestarter TRO3058.png|Original ''Firestarter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' | ||
| − | File:FirestarterOmni.jpg|''Firestarter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade|TRO:3058 Upgrade]]'' | + | File:FirestarterOmni.jpg|''Firestarter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade|TRO:3058 Upgrade]]'' |
Image:CCG Mechwarrior Firestarter.jpg|FS9-OD ''Firestarter'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | Image:CCG Mechwarrior Firestarter.jpg|FS9-OD ''Firestarter'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | ||
Image:CCG Crusade Firestarter.jpg|FS9-OF ''Firestarter'' in motion from ''CCG'' | Image:CCG Crusade Firestarter.jpg|FS9-OF ''Firestarter'' in motion from ''CCG'' | ||
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