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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Built by [[Luthien Armor Works]] of [[New Samarkand]], the '''''Hitotsume Kozo''''' is | + | Built by [[Luthien Armor Works]] of [[New Samarkand]], the '''''Hitotsume Kozo''''' is medium [[BattleMech]] designed to serve in the [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]]. Introduced in the 3130s, this 'Mech's creation was partially influenced by an unofficial cultural rebirth. Keeping this in mind, LAW styled the appearance of the ''Hitotsume Kozo'' after the ancient Japanese [[w:Bushido|Bushido]] armor worn by the samurai warriors during that time period on [[Terra]]. |
| − | When it | + | When it first appeared, the 'Mech was not favored by front+line troops due its advanced features and high heat output, so production runs of the design were transferred to less-favored combat units, such as [[Ghost Regiments]]. However, these less fickle warriors adapted to the design's quirks and turned it into an effective combat unit.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine'', pp. 40-41</ref> |
| − | ==Armament | + | ==Armament== |
| − | The ''Hitotsume Kozo's'' main weapon is its shoulder mounted Lord’s Light 3 Heavy Particle Projection Cannon | + | The ''Hitotsume Kozo's'' main weapon is its shoulder-mounted Lord’s Light 3 Heavy Particle Projection Cannon. The weapon is backed up by a pair of Diverse Optics Type 20X Extended-Range Medium Lasers mounted in its left arm. For melee combat, the 'Mech has a [[hatchet]] in the right arm. The weapon has been stylized to appear to be an ancient Japanese double-ended sickle. |
| − | The 'Mech is powered by 330-rated Extra-Light Fusion Engine, which gives its enough power to overcome slight | + | The 'Mech is powered by 330-rated Extra-Light Fusion Engine, which gives its enough power to overcome the slight reduction in mobility caused by its 14.5 tons of Hardened Armor. The ''Hitotsume Kozo's'' movement and physical attacks are greatly enhanced when it gains enough heat to active its [[Triple Strength Myomer]]. A new [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] assigned to it must careful; they must keep one eye on the 'Mech's heat levels, which is managed by only twelve [[Double Heat Sinks]]. For tactical movement, the ''Hitotsume Kozo'' has four model Icarus 81 standard Jump Jets.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine'', pp. 40-41 & 99</ref> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;HZK-1P : This variant of the 'Mech swaps out its 330-rated XL for smaller engine reducing its speed to 79 | + | *;HZK-1P : This variant of the 'Mech swaps out its 330-rated XL Engine for a smaller engine reducing its speed to 79 km/h while still retaining the same amount of Hardened Armor. For its weaponry, the hatched is retained, however, in place of the Heavy PPC is an [[UAC/10|Ultra Autocannon/10]] with two tons of ammunition. The 'Mech's secondary weapons were also changed out for a pair of short-ranged [[Medium Pulse Lasers]], while having only ten Double Heat Sinks to manage its heat. BV (2.0)=1,611<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine'', pp. 40 & 100</ref> |
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | The 'Mech takes its name from the [ | + | The 'Mech takes its name from the [[w:Hitotsume_Kozo|yōkai/demon Hitotsume-kozō]], which is translated as "bald child with one eye" or as a "One-Eye Dwarf". |
| − | The ''Hitotsume Kozo'' appeared | + | The ''Hitotsume Kozo'' appeared as part of [[Wizkids]]' [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures]] game as part of its Firepower expansion set. It was later adapted by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] once it advanced the timeline to [[3145]]. |
| − | As of this writing, there is no entry for this 'Mech on Catalyst Game Lab's | + | As of this writing, there is no entry for this 'Mech on Catalyst Game Lab's official [[Master Unit List]]. |
The ''Hitotsume Kozo'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]: | The ''Hitotsume Kozo'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]: | ||
Revision as of 22:37, 14 October 2013
| Hitotsume Kozo | |
| Hitotsume Kozo | |
|---|---|
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Luthien Armor Works |
| Production Year | 3136[1] |
| Model | HK-1F |
| Class | Medium |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | Luthien Class 52 Endo Steel |
| Armor | New Samarkand Teppeki Hardened |
| Engine | Hermes 330 XL |
| Communications System | Sipher CommSys 4 |
| Targeting Tracking System | Neko Megane 7 |
| Speed | 86 kph, with Triple Strength Myomer 108 kph km/h |
| Jump Jets | 120 meters |
| Armament | |
| BV (2.0) | 1,967[2] |
Description
Built by Luthien Armor Works of New Samarkand, the Hitotsume Kozo is medium BattleMech designed to serve in the Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery. Introduced in the 3130s, this 'Mech's creation was partially influenced by an unofficial cultural rebirth. Keeping this in mind, LAW styled the appearance of the Hitotsume Kozo after the ancient Japanese Bushido armor worn by the samurai warriors during that time period on Terra.
When it first appeared, the 'Mech was not favored by front+line troops due its advanced features and high heat output, so production runs of the design were transferred to less-favored combat units, such as Ghost Regiments. However, these less fickle warriors adapted to the design's quirks and turned it into an effective combat unit.[3]
Armament
The Hitotsume Kozo's main weapon is its shoulder-mounted Lord’s Light 3 Heavy Particle Projection Cannon. The weapon is backed up by a pair of Diverse Optics Type 20X Extended-Range Medium Lasers mounted in its left arm. For melee combat, the 'Mech has a hatchet in the right arm. The weapon has been stylized to appear to be an ancient Japanese double-ended sickle.
The 'Mech is powered by 330-rated Extra-Light Fusion Engine, which gives its enough power to overcome the slight reduction in mobility caused by its 14.5 tons of Hardened Armor. The Hitotsume Kozo's movement and physical attacks are greatly enhanced when it gains enough heat to active its Triple Strength Myomer. A new MechWarrior assigned to it must careful; they must keep one eye on the 'Mech's heat levels, which is managed by only twelve Double Heat Sinks. For tactical movement, the Hitotsume Kozo has four model Icarus 81 standard Jump Jets.[4]
Variants
- HZK-1P
- This variant of the 'Mech swaps out its 330-rated XL Engine for a smaller engine reducing its speed to 79 km/h while still retaining the same amount of Hardened Armor. For its weaponry, the hatched is retained, however, in place of the Heavy PPC is an Ultra Autocannon/10 with two tons of ammunition. The 'Mech's secondary weapons were also changed out for a pair of short-ranged Medium Pulse Lasers, while having only ten Double Heat Sinks to manage its heat. BV (2.0)=1,611[5]
Notes
The 'Mech takes its name from the yōkai/demon Hitotsume-kozō, which is translated as "bald child with one eye" or as a "One-Eye Dwarf".
The Hitotsume Kozo appeared as part of Wizkids' MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures game as part of its Firepower expansion set. It was later adapted by Catalyst Game Labs once it advanced the timeline to 3145.
As of this writing, there is no entry for this 'Mech on Catalyst Game Lab's official Master Unit List.
The Hitotsume Kozo has the following Design Quirks:
References
- ↑ online date for the Hitotsume Kozo
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine, pp 41 & 99 Hitotsume Kozo - BV2.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine, pp. 40-41
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine, pp. 40-41 & 99
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine, pp. 40 & 100
Gallery
WizKid's MWDA Figure of the Hitotsume Kozo
