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Line 6: | primarywriting = [[Chris Hartford]] <br> [[Christoffer “Bones” Trossen]] | primarywriting = [[Chris Hartford]] <br> [[Christoffer “Bones” Trossen]] | cover = [[Franz Vohwinkel]] <br> [[Ray Arrastia]] | cover = [[Franz Vohwinkel]] <br> [[Ray Arrastia]] − | illustrations = [[Justin Adams]] <br> [[Chris Lewis]] <br> [[Randall Mackey]] <br> [[Aaron Miller]] <br> [[Mark Molnar]] <br> [[Matt Plog]] <br> [[Jeff Porter]] <br> [[Ryan Portillo]] <br> [[Rob Ruffalo|Robert Ruffolo]] <br> [[Alex Williamson]] + | illustrations = [[Justin Adams]] <br> [[Chris Lewis]] <br> [[Randall Mackey]] <br> [[Aaron Miller]] <br> [[Mark Molnar]] <br> [[Matt Plog]] <br> [[Jeff Porter]] <br> [[Ryan Portillo]] <br> [[Robert Ruffolo]] <br> [[Alex Williamson]] − | type = Sourcebook + | era = [[Star League era]] + | type = Sourceboook | publisher = [[Catalyst Game Labs]] | publisher = [[Catalyst Game Labs]] | year = 2012 | year = 2012 | pages = 184 | pages = 184 − | productioncode = 35232 + | productioncode = [http://www.battlecorps.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=2950 35232] − | ISBN13 = 978-1-936876-36-5 + | ISBN = 978-1-936876-36-5 − | MSRP = − | era = [[Star League era]] − | agency = − | universedate = [[3090]] − | timeline = − | scrollable timeline = − | series = Historical − | precededby = ''[[Historical: Reunification War]]'' − | followedby = ''[[Historical: Liberation of Terra Volume 2]]'' }} }} + ==Description== ==Description== − '''''Historical: Liberation of Terra Volume 1''''' is [[Catalyst Game Labs]]' sourcebook outlining the formative events leading up to and including the early years of the [[Amaris Civil War]]. The product provides the history of the [[Star League]], the sizes, organization and deployment of the [[Star League Defense Force]] and member states, top personalities and the earliest campaigns to retake [[Terra]]. The Rules Annex describes how to create [[Operation CHIEFTAIN]] scenarios and introduces new equipment, such as [[Aerospace Smart Robotic Control System]] and the SLDF [[SDS Jammer]]. New vehicles include the [[M-5 “Caspar” Capital Drone]] and the [[VoidSeeker|MK. 39 ''"VoidSeeker"'' Drone Series]]; record sheets for these are also provided. + '''''Historical: Liberation of Terra Volume 1''''' is [[Catalyst Game Labs]]' sourcebook outlining the formative events leading up to and including the early years of the [[Amaris Civil War]]. The product provides the history of the [[Star League]], the sizes, organization and deployment of the [[Star League Defense Force]] and member states, top personalities and the earliest campaigns to retake [[Terra]]. The Rules Annex describes how to create [[Operation Chieftain]] scenarios and introduces new equipment, such as [[Aerospace Smart Robotic Control System]] and the SLDF [[SDS Jammer]]. New vehicles include the [[M-5 “Caspar” Capital Drone]] and the [[MK. 39 “VoidSeeker” Drone Series]]; record sheets for these are also provided. − {{quote|''Rise of the Animal'', the introductory story, details the first shots of the conflict from the perspective of [[Antonius Zalman]], later a major player in the formation of the [[Clans]]. The first full chapter is ''The Rise and Fall of the Star League'', which details the history of the Star League, including the trials and tribulations that lead to the [[Amaris Coup]]. ''The League’s Might'' details the structure and practices of the SLDF while also providing military overviews of the Star League member states and Periphery nations. ''Personalities'' details the political and military notables involved, either directly or in a supporting role, in the early campaigns. The next three chapters detail the conflict itself: ''Conquering the Hegemony'' expounds on Amaris’ occupation and efforts to control the Terran Hegemony; ''The Rim World’s Campaign'' showcases events in the [[Periphery]], including Kerensky’s occupation and reduction of Amaris’ home nation; and ''The Hegemony Campaign'' covers the initial period of Kerensky’s efforts to retake the Terran Hegemony. The ''Rules Annex'' includes a number of items designed to aid play in the late Star League era, including rules for generating SLDF and Republican forces. ''New Combat Units'' provides game stats for the greatest technological achievement the Star League military ever produced: the [[Space Defense System]] and its drone [[WarShip]]s.|from "How To Use This Book", p. 9}} <!-- Intrusive apostrophe in Rim World's Campaign sic. I weep for the education system. --> + {{quote|''Rise of the Animal'', the introductory story, details the first shots of the conflict from the perspective of [[Antonius Zalman]], later a major player in the formation of the [[Clans]]. The first full chapter is ''The Rise and Fall of the Star League'', which details the history of the Star League, including the trials and tribulations that lead to the [[Amaris Coup]]. ''The League’s Might'' details the structure and practices of the SLDF while also providing military overviews of the Star League member states and Periphery nations. ''Personalities'' details the political and military notables involved, either directly or in a supporting role, in the early campaigns. The next three chapters detail the conflict itself: ''Conquering the Hegemony'' expounds on Amaris’ occupation and efforts to control the Terran Hegemony; ''The Rim World’s Campaign'' showcases events in the [[Periphery]], including Kerensky’s occupation and reduction of Amaris’ home nation; and ''The Hegemony Campaign'' covers the initial period of Kerensky’s efforts to retake the Terran Hegemony. The ''Rules Annex'' includes a number of items designed to aid play in the late Star League era, including rules for generating SLDF and Republican forces. ''New Combat Units'' provides game stats for the greatest technological achievement the Star League military ever produced: the [[Space Defense System]] and its drone [[WarShip]]s.}} − − The release of ''Historical: Liberation of Terra Volume 1'' kicked off CGL's "Year of the Star League" and was the first of two volumes detailing the fall of the Star League. ==From the back cover== ==From the back cover== {{quote|''In [[2766]], decades of careful planning and manipulation finally culminated when [[Stefan Amaris]] wiped out the entire [[Terran Hegemony|Cameron]] dynasty in a bloody coup. Rallying the might of the SLDF behind him, General [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] immediately attacked Amaris’ [[Rim Worlds Republic]], before turning his full fury against the Usurper’s “Empire,” launching one of the greatest military campaigns in [[Inner Sphere]] history. {{quote|''In [[2766]], decades of careful planning and manipulation finally culminated when [[Stefan Amaris]] wiped out the entire [[Terran Hegemony|Cameron]] dynasty in a bloody coup. Rallying the might of the SLDF behind him, General [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] immediately attacked Amaris’ [[Rim Worlds Republic]], before turning his full fury against the Usurper’s “Empire,” launching one of the greatest military campaigns in [[Inner Sphere]] history. − '' ''Historical: Liberation of Terra, Volume 1'' describes the early years of the civil war that would ultimately bring about the final end of the first Star League. Covering the fighting from the coup itself to the bloody campaign for the [[Terran Hegemony]], this book provides a hard look at the closing years of the [[BattleTech eras|Star League Era]], and the fateful decisions that would eventually pave the way for centuries of [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] to come.''}}+ ''Historical: Liberation of Terra, Volume 1'' describes the early years of the civil war that would ultimately bring about the final end of the first Star League. Covering the fighting from the coup itself to the bloody campaign for the [[Terran Hegemony]], this book provides a hard look at the closing years of the [[BattleTech eras|Star League Era]], and the fateful decisions that would eventually pave the way for centuries of [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] to come.''}} ==Contents== ==Contents== − <div style="-moz-column-count:2; column-count:2;">+ *"Rise of the Animal" − *''[[Rise of the Animal]]'' (short story) *Introduction *Introduction *Rise and Fall of the Star League *Rise and Fall of the Star League Line 66:
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| primarywriting = [[Chris Hartford]] <br> [[Christoffer “Bones” Trossen]] | | primarywriting = [[Chris Hartford]] <br> [[Christoffer “Bones” Trossen]] | ||
| cover = [[Franz Vohwinkel]] <br> [[Ray Arrastia]] | | cover = [[Franz Vohwinkel]] <br> [[Ray Arrastia]] | ||
| − | | illustrations = [[Justin Adams]] <br> [[Chris Lewis]] <br> [[Randall Mackey]] <br> [[Aaron Miller]] <br> [[Mark Molnar]] <br> [[Matt Plog]] <br> [[Jeff Porter]] <br> [[Ryan Portillo]] <br> [[ | + | | illustrations = [[Justin Adams]] <br> [[Chris Lewis]] <br> [[Randall Mackey]] <br> [[Aaron Miller]] <br> [[Mark Molnar]] <br> [[Matt Plog]] <br> [[Jeff Porter]] <br> [[Ryan Portillo]] <br> [[Robert Ruffolo]] <br> [[Alex Williamson]] |
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| year = 2012 | | year = 2012 | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | '''''Historical: Liberation of Terra Volume 1''''' is [[Catalyst Game Labs]]' sourcebook outlining the formative events leading up to and including the early years of the [[Amaris Civil War]]. The product provides the history of the [[Star League]], the sizes, organization and deployment of the [[Star League Defense Force]] and member states, top personalities and the earliest campaigns to retake [[Terra]]. The Rules Annex describes how to create [[Operation | + | '''''Historical: Liberation of Terra Volume 1''''' is [[Catalyst Game Labs]]' sourcebook outlining the formative events leading up to and including the early years of the [[Amaris Civil War]]. The product provides the history of the [[Star League]], the sizes, organization and deployment of the [[Star League Defense Force]] and member states, top personalities and the earliest campaigns to retake [[Terra]]. The Rules Annex describes how to create [[Operation Chieftain]] scenarios and introduces new equipment, such as [[Aerospace Smart Robotic Control System]] and the SLDF [[SDS Jammer]]. New vehicles include the [[M-5 “Caspar” Capital Drone]] and the [[MK. 39 “VoidSeeker” Drone Series]]; record sheets for these are also provided. |
| − | {{quote|''Rise of the Animal'', the introductory story, details the first shots of the conflict from the perspective of [[Antonius Zalman]], later a major player in the formation of the [[Clans]]. The first full chapter is ''The Rise and Fall of the Star League'', which details the history of the Star League, including the trials and tribulations that lead to the [[Amaris Coup]]. ''The League’s Might'' details the structure and practices of the SLDF while also providing military overviews of the Star League member states and Periphery nations. ''Personalities'' details the political and military notables involved, either directly or in a supporting role, in the early campaigns. The next three chapters detail the conflict itself: ''Conquering the Hegemony'' expounds on Amaris’ occupation and efforts to control the Terran Hegemony; ''The Rim World’s Campaign'' showcases events in the [[Periphery]], including Kerensky’s occupation and reduction of Amaris’ home nation; and ''The Hegemony Campaign'' covers the initial period of Kerensky’s efforts to retake the Terran Hegemony. The ''Rules Annex'' includes a number of items designed to aid play in the late Star League era, including rules for generating SLDF and Republican forces. ''New Combat Units'' provides game stats for the greatest technological achievement the Star League military ever produced: the [[Space Defense System]] and its drone [[WarShip]]s. | + | {{quote|''Rise of the Animal'', the introductory story, details the first shots of the conflict from the perspective of [[Antonius Zalman]], later a major player in the formation of the [[Clans]]. The first full chapter is ''The Rise and Fall of the Star League'', which details the history of the Star League, including the trials and tribulations that lead to the [[Amaris Coup]]. ''The League’s Might'' details the structure and practices of the SLDF while also providing military overviews of the Star League member states and Periphery nations. ''Personalities'' details the political and military notables involved, either directly or in a supporting role, in the early campaigns. The next three chapters detail the conflict itself: ''Conquering the Hegemony'' expounds on Amaris’ occupation and efforts to control the Terran Hegemony; ''The Rim World’s Campaign'' showcases events in the [[Periphery]], including Kerensky’s occupation and reduction of Amaris’ home nation; and ''The Hegemony Campaign'' covers the initial period of Kerensky’s efforts to retake the Terran Hegemony. The ''Rules Annex'' includes a number of items designed to aid play in the late Star League era, including rules for generating SLDF and Republican forces. ''New Combat Units'' provides game stats for the greatest technological achievement the Star League military ever produced: the [[Space Defense System]] and its drone [[WarShip]]s.}} |
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==From the back cover== | ==From the back cover== | ||
{{quote|''In [[2766]], decades of careful planning and manipulation finally culminated when [[Stefan Amaris]] wiped out the entire [[Terran Hegemony|Cameron]] dynasty in a bloody coup. Rallying the might of the SLDF behind him, General [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] immediately attacked Amaris’ [[Rim Worlds Republic]], before turning his full fury against the Usurper’s “Empire,” launching one of the greatest military campaigns in [[Inner Sphere]] history. | {{quote|''In [[2766]], decades of careful planning and manipulation finally culminated when [[Stefan Amaris]] wiped out the entire [[Terran Hegemony|Cameron]] dynasty in a bloody coup. Rallying the might of the SLDF behind him, General [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] immediately attacked Amaris’ [[Rim Worlds Republic]], before turning his full fury against the Usurper’s “Empire,” launching one of the greatest military campaigns in [[Inner Sphere]] history. | ||
| − | + | ''Historical: Liberation of Terra, Volume 1'' describes the early years of the civil war that would ultimately bring about the final end of the first Star League. Covering the fighting from the coup itself to the bloody campaign for the [[Terran Hegemony]], this book provides a hard look at the closing years of the [[BattleTech eras|Star League Era]], and the fateful decisions that would eventually pave the way for centuries of [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] to come.''}} | |
==Contents== | ==Contents== | ||
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*Introduction | *Introduction | ||
*Rise and Fall of the Star League | *Rise and Fall of the Star League | ||
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*** [[Barbara Liao]] | *** [[Barbara Liao]] | ||
*** [[Takiro Kurita]] | *** [[Takiro Kurita]] | ||
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** Territorial States | ** Territorial States | ||
| − | *** [[Janina | + | *** [[Janina Centralla]] |
*** [[Beatrice Avellar]] | *** [[Beatrice Avellar]] | ||
*** [[Allyce Avellar]] | *** [[Allyce Avellar]] | ||
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*** [[Aerospace Smart Robotic Control System]] (ASRCS) | *** [[Aerospace Smart Robotic Control System]] (ASRCS) | ||
*** [[Shielded Aerospace Smart Robotic Control System]] (S-ASRCS) | *** [[Shielded Aerospace Smart Robotic Control System]] (S-ASRCS) | ||
| − | *** [[ | + | *** [[SDS Drone Control System Autonomous Tactical Analysis Computer]] (ATAC) |
*** [[Advanced Robotic Transport Bay System]] (ARTS) | *** [[Advanced Robotic Transport Bay System]] (ARTS) | ||
*** [[SDS Self-Destruct System]] | *** [[SDS Self-Destruct System]] | ||
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*** [[M-5 "Caspar" Capital Drone]] | *** [[M-5 "Caspar" Capital Drone]] | ||
*** [[M-3 Drone]] | *** [[M-3 Drone]] | ||
| − | *** [[ | + | *** [[Model 96C "Howdah" SDS Command Ship]] |
*** [[M-9 "Pavise" SDS Battle Station]] | *** [[M-9 "Pavise" SDS Battle Station]] | ||
| − | *** [[ | + | *** [[Mk. 39 "VoidSeeker" Drone Series]] |
** Record Sheets | ** Record Sheets | ||
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| + | * The release of ''Historical: Liberation of Terra Volume 1'' kicks off CGL's "Year of the Star League" and is the first of two volumes detailing the fall of the Star League. | ||
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