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{{otheruses|the 45-ton OmniMech|other uses|Firestarter}}
 
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech
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| image   = FirestarterOmni.jpg
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| image = FirestarterOmni.jpg
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| name     = Firestarter
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| name = ''Firestarter''
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| manufacturer = [[Coventry Metal Works]] <br> [[Luthien Armor Works]] <br> [[Ceres Metals Industries]] <ref name=OCC>''Objectives: Capellan Confederation'', p. 8 - "Capella"</ref>
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| manufacturer =
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| model   = FS9-O
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[[Ceres Metals Industries]]<ref name=TRCIp114f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 114–115: "FS9-O Firestarter"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U -->
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| class    = Medium
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|cost= 10,146,375 C-bills
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[[Coventry Metal Works]]<ref name=TRCIp114f />
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| mass     = 45
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| chassis   = Foundation Reinforced [[Endo Steel]]
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[[Luthien Armor Works (OmniMech Production Facility)]]<ref name=TRCIp114f />
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| armor   = Duralex Nova
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| engine   = GM 270 [[XL Engine|XL]]
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[[Victory Industries]]<ref name=TRCIp114f />
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| speed   = 97.2
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|production year = 3056
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| jumpjets   = Luxor Load Lifters
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| model = FS9-O<ref name=TRCIp114f />
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| armament   = Primary Configuration
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| Tech Base = Inner Sphere
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* 4 x [[Flamer]]s
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| mech type = OmniMech
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* 2 x [[Large Laser]]s
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| cost = 10,146,375 [[C-bill]]s
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* 1 x [[Beagle Active Probe]]
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| mass = 45
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| BV (1.0)   = 1,009<ref name=TRO>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 128-129</ref>
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| chassis = [[Foundation Reinforced Endo Steel]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> -->
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| BV (2.0)   = 1,144<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 220</ref>  
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| armor = [[Durallex Nova]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> -->
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| engine = [[GM 270 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> -->
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| comsys = [[Cyclops 18XS Adaptable]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> -->
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| T&T = [[Cyclops Special Limited]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> -->
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| heat sinks = 12 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> -->
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| speed = 97 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> -->
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| jumpjets = [[Luxor Load Lifters]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> -->
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| armament = <!-- <ref name=TRCIp114f /> -->
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Fixed Equipment
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* 2x [[flamer]]
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Primary Configuration
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* 2x [[flamer]]
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* 2x [[large laser]]
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| equipment =
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* 1x [[Beagle active probe]]
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| 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>
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| BV (2.0) = 1,144<ref name=TRCIp114f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 220</ref>
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
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The '''''Firestarter''''' [[OmniMech]] is the direct result of a goodwill gesture by [[Coventry Metal Works]] to the [[Draconis Combine]] in which [[Luthien Armor Works]] was given the design specifications for the ''[[Firestarter]]'' [[BattleMech]]. Once the specifications for the ''Firestarter'' were received, Luthien Armor Works went to work converting it to an OmniMech and returned a set of specifications to [[Coventry Metal Works]] for this OmniMech. This new version of the ''Firestarter'' is ten tons heavier than its BattleMech cousin and the extra weight is put to good use. Most of the configurations are based around advanced electronic warfare equipment. The various configurations also tend to be specific to either the Draconis Combine or the [[Lyran Alliance]]. 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 one hundred and eighty meters in all of its configurations.
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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>
  
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==Armament==
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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/>
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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. The Large Lasers provide the 'Mech with respectable long-range firepower. To allow the 'Mech to create cover for itself and to clear woods, the ''Firestarter'' carries four [[Flamer]]s, two of which are mounted directly on the chassis. Finally, to allow the 'Mech to search out hidden units, the ''Firestarter'' carries a [[Beagle Active Probe]].
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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/>
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==Weapons and Equipment==
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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>
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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/>
  
 
==Alternate Configurations==
 
==Alternate Configurations==
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* Alternate Configuration A - The ''Firestarter A'' carries, as its primary weapon, a [[LB-X Autocannon/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 retains two Flamers for anti-personnel combat. BV (1.0) = 902<ref name=TRO/>, BV (2.0) = 976<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 221</ref>
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*; 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>
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*; 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>
  
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* Alternate Configuration B - Configured as a close combat and spotting 'Mech, the ''Firestarter B'' carries, as its primary weapon, a [[Large Pulse Laser]], which is backed up by a pair of [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a Small Laser. The 'Mech also carries two Flamers 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 [[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/>, BV (2.0) = 1,070<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 222</ref>
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*; 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>
  
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* Alternate Configuration C - Intended as a long-range fire support configuration, the ''Firestarter C'' carries a pair of [[LRM-10]] launchers. The 'Mech has two Flamers and a 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/>, BV (2.0) = 1,006<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 223</ref>
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*; 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>
  
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* 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. Backing this up is a [[LRM-5]] launcher, a [[Medium Laser]], and two Flamers for direct fire support. The ''D'' Configuration carries a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] to protect itself from an enemy's electronic warfare equipment. The 'Mech also carries a [[C3 Slave Unit]]. BV (1.0) = 1,210<ref name=TRO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,322<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 224</ref>
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*; 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>
  
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* Alternate Configuration E - The ''E'' configuration of the ''Firestarter'' is intended for close combat and carries as its primary weapon a [[MRM-20]] launcher. This is backed up by a [[Medium Pulse Laser]], [[Small Pulse Laser]], and two Flamers. A [[Sword]] provides superb accuracy in melee. BV (1.0) = 932<ref name=TRO/>, BV (2.0) = 998<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 225</ref>
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*; 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>
  
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* Alternate Configuration F - This variant 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, a [[ER Small Laser]], and the two Flamers. BV (1.0) = 1,225<ref name=TRO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,446<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 226</ref>
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*; 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>
  
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* Alternate Configuration G - Another long-range configuration of the ''Firestarter'', the ''G'' configuration mounts an [[LB-X Autocannon/5]]. For close combat, the 'Mech carries three Medium Lasers and a pair of Flamers that allow the ''Firestarter'' to start fires to create smoke to cover its movement. BV (1.0) = 1,008<ref name=TRO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,063<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 227</ref>
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*; 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>
  
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* Alternate Configuration H - This version is an electronics specialist. Equipped with a [[Beagle Active Probe]] and [[Guardian ECM Suite]] it provides cover for its lancemates. Offensively, the ''Firestarter H'' is equipped with an ER Medium Laser, two Flamers, two Medium Pulse Lasers, two Small Pulse Lasers, and a pair of Machine Guns 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>
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*; 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>
  
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* 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-tech ER Large Lasers.<ref name=TDR>''The Dragon Roars'', p. 6</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,713<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 229</ref>
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*; 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>
  
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* Alternate Configuration U - Another "unusual environment" configuration, the ''Firestarter U'' carries a [[Sword]] in the right arm and five Medium Pulse Lasers. Though it retains the torso mounted flamers, the most interesting part of its payload is the [[Liquid Storage]] tank that provides additional reaction mass for the six Jump Jets. This ''Firestarter'' is intended to support marine boarding actions against [[DropShip]]s and [[WarShip]]s. The 24 Double HEat Sinks could barely handle the heat from all weapons.BV (2.0) = 1,120<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 70</ref>
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*; 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>
  
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* 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 Flamers 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>
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==Design Quirks==
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The ''Firestarter'' OmniMech is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Firestarter Entry</ref>
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* [[Difficult to Maintain]]
  
 
==Related BattleMechs==
 
==Related BattleMechs==
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*''[[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>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 86</ref>
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* ''[[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/>
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
 
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Image:CCG Mechwarrior Firestarter.jpg|''FS9-0D Firestarter'' in Battle
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File:Firestarter TRO3058.png|Original ''Firestarter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]''
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Image:CCG Crusade Firestarter.jpg|''FS9-OF Firestarter'' in Motion
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File:FirestarterOmni.jpg|''Firestarter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade|TRO:3058 Upgrade]]''
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Image:CCG Mechwarrior Firestarter.jpg|FS9-OD ''Firestarter'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
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Image:CCG Crusade Firestarter.jpg|FS9-OF ''Firestarter'' in motion from ''CCG''
 
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==Bibliography==
 
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*''[http://www.classicbattletech.com/downloads/MasterUnitList_v1-66p_Names.pdf Master Unit List.pdf]''
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*''[[Objectives: Capellan Confederation]]''
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* ''[[The Dragon Roars]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
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* ''[[Field Manual: Draconis Combine]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]''
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* ''[[Field Manual: Free Worlds League]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]''
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* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)]]''
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* ''[[Objectives: Capellan Confederation]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]''
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* ''[[Objectives: Draconis Combine]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)]]''
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*''[[The Dragon Roars]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]''
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Latest revision as of 18:21, 29 February 2024

This article is about the 45-ton OmniMech. For other uses, see Firestarter.
Firestarter (OmniMech)
Firestarter
Production information
Manufacturer Ceres Metals Industries[1]

Coventry Metal Works[1]

Luthien Armor Works (OmniMech Production Facility)[1]

Victory Industries[1]

Production Year 3056
Model FS9-O[1]
Class Medium
Cost 10,146,375 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Inner Sphere OmniMech
Mass 45 tons
Chassis Foundation Reinforced Endo Steel
Armor Durallex Nova
Engine GM 270 XL
Communications System Cyclops 18XS Adaptable
Targeting Tracking System Cyclops Special Limited
Heat Sinks 12 double
Speed 97 km/h
Jump Jets Luxor Load Lifters
Armament

Fixed Equipment

Primary Configuration

BV (1.0) 1,009[2][3]
BV (2.0) 1,144[1][4]


Description[edit]

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.[2][5]

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 for a slightly modified FS9-O OmniMech instead, citing that retooling one of Coventry's standard Firestarter lines would require less time to effect.[2][5]

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 lances and companies. The only complaint many MechWarriors and technical crews have with the design is the sheer volume of fixed equipment the Firestarter carries, believing the permanently mounted jump jets, flamers and double heat sinks unduly restricts the natural flexibility of the OmniMech.[2][5]

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

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 jets that allow the Firestarter to jump up to 180 meters in all of its configurations. Most of the Firestarter'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 flamers pointing forward and rearward provide some offensive ability no matter what configuration is mounted.[2][5]

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 lasers, 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 flamers 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.[2][5]

Alternate Configurations[edit]

  • Alternate Configuration A 
    The Firestarter A carries, as its primary weapon, an 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.[1] BV (1.0) = 902;[2][6] BV (2.0) = 976[1][7]
  • 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 lasers and a small laser. The centerpiece of the B configuration is its electronics package, which consists of a TAG spotting laser for directing artillery fire and a C3 slave unit that allows the Firestarter to share targeting data with allied units.[1] BV (1.0) = 957;[2][8] BV (2.0) = 1,070[1][9]
  • 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.[1] BV (1.0) = 939;[2][10] BV (2.0) = 1,006[1][11]
  • 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.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,210;[2][12] BV (2.0) = 1,322[1][13]
  • Alternate Configuration G 
    Another long-range configuration of the Firestarter, the G mounts an LB 5-X autocannon with CASE for the ammo bin. For close combat, the 'Mech carries three medium lasers.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,008;[2][20] BV (2.0) = 1,063[1][21]
  • Alternate Configuration U 
    Another "unusual environment" configuration, the Firestarter U is intended to support marine boarding actions against DropShips and WarShips. For these actions it carries a sword in the right arm and five medium pulse lasers, and though it retains the torso mounted flamers, the most interesting part of its payload is the liquid storage tank that provides additional reaction mass for the six jump jets. The 24 double heat sinks barely handle the heat from all the weapons.BV (2.0) = 1,120[25]

Design Quirks[edit]

The Firestarter OmniMech is subject to the following Design Quirks:[27]

Related BattleMechs[edit]

Gallery[edit]

  • Original Firestarter from TRO:3058

  • Firestarter from TRO:3058 Upgrade

  • FS9-OD Firestarter in battle from CCG

  • FS9-OF Firestarter in motion from CCG

References[edit]

  1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 1.17 1.18 1.19 Technical Readout: Clan Invasion, pp. 114–115: "FS9-O Firestarter"
  2. ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 2.12 Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade, pp. 128–129: "Firestarter OmniMech Profile"
  3. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 186
  4. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 220
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 Technical Readout: 3058, pp. 86–87: "Firestarter OmniMech"
  6. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 187
  7. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 221
  8. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 188
  9. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 222
  10. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 189
  11. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 223
  12. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 190
  13. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 224
  14. ↑ Field Manual: Draconis Combine, p. 159: "Rules - DCMS OmniMech Configurations - FS9-0E Firestarter"
  15. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 191
  16. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 225
  17. ↑ Field Manual: Free Worlds League, p. 139: "Rules - FWLM OmniMech Configurations - F9-OF Firestarter"
  18. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 192
  19. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 226
  20. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 193
  21. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 227
  22. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 228
  23. ↑ The Dragon Roars, p. 6
  24. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 229
  25. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New, p. 70
  26. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere), p. 230
  27. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Firestarter Entry

Bibliography[edit]

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