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−	{{otheruses|the Clan BattleMech designated "Vixen" by the Inner Sphere|other uses of the latter name|Vixen}}
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	|image=Incubus RGilClan v07.png		|image=Incubus RGilClan v07.png
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	|model=Vixen		|model=Vixen
	|class=Light		|class=Light
−	|cost = 5,314,790 [[C-bill]]s	+	|cost = 5,314,790 C-bills
	|Tech Base = Clan		|Tech Base = Clan
	|mech type =BattleMech		|mech type =BattleMech
	|mass=30		|mass=30
−	|chassis=[[Model MH-26]] [[endo steel]]	+	|chassis=Model MH-26 [[Endo Steel]]
−	|armor= [[Compound H17 Ferro-Fibrous]] with [[CASE]]	+	|armor= Compound H17 [[ferro-fibrous]] w/ [[CASE]]
−	|engine=[[Light Force 270]] [[XL engine]]<ref name=RG7p4/>	+	|engine=[[Light Force 270 XL]]<ref name=RG7p4/>
	|comsys=[[Comset 1]]<ref name=RG7p4/>		|comsys=[[Comset 1]]<ref name=RG7p4/>
	|T&T=[[Delta-Six Sensor Suite]]<ref name=RG7p4/>		|T&T=[[Delta-Six Sensor Suite]]<ref name=RG7p4/>
−	|heat sinks=10 [[double heat sink]]s	+	|heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]]
	|speed=151		|speed=151
	|armament=		|armament=
−	* 1x [[Large pulse laser]]	+	*1x [[Large Pulse Laser]]
−	* 2x [[ER medium laser]]s	+	*2x [[ER Medium Laser]]s
−	* 4x [[Machine gun]]s	+	*4x [[Machine Gun]]s
	|BV (1.0)=1,406<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 109</ref>		|BV (1.0)=1,406<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 109</ref>
	|BV (2.0)=1,596<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 173</ref>		|BV (2.0)=1,596<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 173</ref>
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	==Description==		==Description==
−	[[Inner Sphere]] analysts were stumped trying to determine the purpose of the second-line [[BattleMech]] they assigned the [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|code name]] '''''Vixen''''' after sighting it among the garrison forces of [[Clan Jade Falcon]]. The '''''Incubus''''', as it is known among the [[Clans]], is somewhat expensive for a [[BattleMech#Light|light]] garrison 'Mech, which confused Spheroid observers until they understood how important one-on-one duels were in Clan culture and how often they occurred among bored garrison troops. The ''Incubus'' is a 'Mech that is often used in such [[Trials]], especially because it is easy to turn off weapons to effectively balance the 'Mech's strength with that of an augmented [[Elemental]]. Despite its purpose, the ''Incubus'' does show up in some second-line forces as well and is highly regarded in all roles it serves.<ref name=JF-102>''Jade Falcon Sourcebook'', p. 102: "New 'Mechs - Vixen"</ref><ref name=TRO3055-116>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 116: "Clan 'Mechs - Second-Line 'Mechs - Vixen"</ref><ref name=TRO3055R-98>''Technical Readout: 3055 Revised'', p. 98: "Clan 'Mechs - Second-Line 'Mechs - Vixen"</ref><ref name=TRO3055U-106>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 106: "Clan "Phoenix" BattleMechs - Vixen"</ref>	+	[[Inner Sphere]] analysts were stumped trying to determine the purpose of the second-line [[BattleMech]] they assigned the [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|code name]] '''''Vixen''''' after sighting it among the garrison forces of [[Clan Jade Falcon]]. The '''''Incubus''''', as it is known among the [[Clans]], is somewhat expensive for a light garrison 'Mech. This confused Spheroid observers until they understood how important one-on-one duels were in Clan culture and how often they occurred among bored garrison troops. The ''Incubus'' is a 'Mech that is often used in such Trials, especially because it is easy to turn off weapons to effectively balance the 'Mech's strength with that of an augmented [[Elemental]]. Despite its purpose, the ''Incubus'' does show up in some second-line forces as well and is highly regarded in all roles. <ref name=JF-102>''Jade Falcon Sourcebook'', p. 102 "New 'Mechs - Vixen"</ref> <ref name=TRO3055-116>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 116 "Clan 'Mechs - Second-Line 'Mechs - Vixen"</ref> <ref name=TRO3055R-98>''Technical Readout: 3055 Revised'', p. 98 "Clan 'Mechs - Second-Line 'Mechs - Vixen"</ref> <ref name=TRO3055U-106>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 106 "Clan "Phoenix" BattleMechs - Vixen"</ref>
−	Following [[Clan Hell's Horses]] recapture of [[Tokasha MechWorks Alpha]], and inspired by [[Clan Diamond Shark]]'s "Phoenix" renovation of older designs, the Hell's Horses developed a new version of the venerable design incorporating newer weapons technology to expand their BattleMech strength. Though visually different, the core purpose of the 'Mech remains intact, especially useful given the Horses Elemental-heavy ''[[touman]]''. This visually refreshed ''Incubus'' also appealed to [[Clan Ice Hellion]], who developed their own variant of it, examples of which fell into the hands of [[Clan Cloud Cobra|Clans Cloud Cobra]] and [[Clan Star Adder|Star Adder]] following the Hellion's ill-fated trade mission to [[Tanis]] prior to the [[Wars of Reaving]].<ref name=TRO3055U-106/>	+	Following [[Clan Hell's Horses]] recapture of [[Tokasha MechWorks Alpha]], and inspired by [[Clan Diamond Shark]]'s "Phoenix" renovation of older design, the Hell's Horses developed a new version of the venerable design incorporating newer weapons technology to expand their BattleMech strength. Though visually different, the core purpose of the 'Mech remains intact, especially useful given the Horses Elemental-heavy [[touman]]. This visually refreshed ''Incubus'' also appealed to [[Clan Ice Hellion]] who developed their own variant of it, examples of which fell into the hands of [[Clan Cloud Cobra|Clans Cloud Cobra]] and [[Clan Star Adder|Star Adder]] following the Hellion's ill-fated trade mission to [[Tanis]] prior to the [[Wars of Reaving]].<ref name=TRO3055U-106/>
	==Weapons and Equipment==		==Weapons and Equipment==
−	Part of the Inner Sphere observers' confusion around the garrison role of the ''Incubus'' is its use of an expensive 270-rated [[XL engine]], [[endo steel]] frame, and five and a half tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. While seemingly expensive for a "mere" garrison 'Mech, this gives the ''Incubus'' impressive performance for a light 'Mech, as well as an aggressive profile despite its weight, a distinct psychological advantage for its pilots.<ref name=JF-102/><ref name=TRO3055-116/><ref name=TRO3055R-98/>	+	Part of the Inner Sphere observers confusion around the garrison role of the ''Incubus'' is its use of an expensive 270 rated [[XL engine]], [[Endo Steel]] frame, and five and a half tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. While seemingly expensive for a "mere" garrison 'Mech, this gives ''Incubus'' impressive performance for a light 'Mech, its profile also looking aggressive despite its weight, a distinct psychological advantage for its pilots.<ref name=JF-102/> <ref name=TRO3055-116/> <ref name=TRO3055R-98/>
−	The ''Incubus'' is armed with primarily medium-range weaponry. A [[large pulse laser]] is accurate and covers a respectable range, mounted in a semi-modular "rifle" in the standard version's right arm. Similar to such classic designs as the ''[[Wolverine]]'' and ''[[BattleMaster]]'', the "rifle" placement makes both repair and modification of this weapon extremely easy and rapid.<ref name=JF-102/><ref name=TRO3055-116/><ref name=TRO3055R-98/> The Hell's Horses upgraded version replaces the "rifle" with a forearm mounted pod instead, but retains the same semi-modular nature for this reason.<ref name=TRO3055U-106/>	+	The ''Incubus'' is armed with primarily medium-range weaponry. A [[Large Pulse Laser]] is accurate and covers a respectable range, mounted in a semi-modular "rifle" in the standard version's right arm. Similar to such classic designs as the ''[[Wolverine]]'' and ''[[BattleMaster]]'', the "rifle" placement makes both repair and modification of this weapon extremely easy and rapid. <ref name=JF-102/> <ref name=TRO3055-116/> <ref name=TRO3055R-98/> Hell's Horses upgraded version replaces the "rifle" with a forearm mounted pod instead, but retains the same semi-modular nature for this reason. <ref name=TRO3055U-106/>
−	The arm-mounted primary weapon is supported by over the shoulder light weapons clusters in each side torso. A pair of [[ER medium laser]]s are solid backup weapons, while four [[machine gun]]s are highly effective against unarmored [[infantry]]. A half ton of machine gun ammunition and 10 [[double heat sink]]s are more than adequate for Clan Trials.<ref name=JF-102/><ref name=TRO3055-116/><ref name=TRO3055R-98/>	+	The arm-mounted primary weapon is supported by over the shoulder light weapons clusters in each side torso. A pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s are solid backup weapons, while four [[Machine Gun]]s are highly effective against unarmored [[infantry]]. A half ton of machine gun ammunition and ten [[Double Heat Sink]]s are more than adequate for Clan Trials. <ref name=JF-102/> <ref name=TRO3055-116/> <ref name=TRO3055R-98/>
	==Variants==		==Variants==
−	*; ''Incubus'' 2 : An example of the semi-modularity offered by the ''Incubus'''s "rifle," this variant replaces the [[large pulse laser]] with an [[ER PPC]].<ref name=JF-102/><ref name=TRO3055-116/><ref name=TRO3055R-98/> BV (1.0) = 1,573,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0) = 1,913<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p.174</ref>	+	*;''Incubus'' 2 : An example of the semi-modularity offered by the ''Incubus'''s "rifle", this variant replaces the pulse laser with an [[ER PPC]].<ref name=JF-102/> <ref name=TRO3055-116/> <ref name=TRO3055R-98/> BV (1.0) = 1,573<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,913<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p.174</ref>
−	*; ''Incubus'' 3 : This variant mounts a [[Streak SRM-6]] and a single ton of ammo in the "rifle," and uses the weight saved to upgrade the torso lasers to [[medium pulse laser]]s.<ref name=JF-102/><ref name=TRO3055-116/><ref name=TRO3055R-98/> BV (1.0) = 1,216,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0) = 1,324<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 175</ref>	+	*;''Incubus'' 3 : The second variant mounts a [[Streak SRM-6]] and a single ton of ammo in the "rifle", the weight saved allowing the torso lasers to be upgraded to [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s.<ref name=JF-102/> <ref name=TRO3055-116/> <ref name=TRO3055R-98/> BV (1.0) = 1,216<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,324<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 175</ref>
−	*; ''Incubus'' 4 : Clan Hell's Horses ''Incubus'' 4 completely changes the weapon loadout with an eye to lower cost, but keeps the core purpose of the 'Mech intact. It mounts a [[heavy large laser]], two medium pulse lasers, two [[micro pulse laser]]s, and two [[ER micro laser]]s. It can quickly build up heat in normal combat situations, but most of the [[Trials]] it is involved in necessitate disabling multiple weapons, so this is rarely a problem. BV (1.0) = 1,215, BV (2.0) = 1,581<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 176</ref>	+	*;''Incubus'' 4 : Clan Hell's Horses ''Incubus'' 4 completely changes the weapon loadout with an eye to lower cost, but keeps the core purpose of the 'Mech intact. It mounts a [[Heavy Large Laser]], two Medium Pulse Lasers, two [[Micro Pulse Laser]]s, and two [[ER Micro Laser]]s. It can quickly build up heat in normal combat situations, but most of the Trials it is involved in necessitate disabling multiple weapons, so this is rarely a problem. BV (1.0) = 1,215, BV (2.0) = 1,581<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 176</ref>
−	*; ''Incubus'' 5 : Clan Ice Hellion, always prolific users of fast light 'Mechs, copied the original redesign of the ''Incubus'', but decided to create their own variant. This fifth version mounts an [[ATM-6]] with two tons of ammunition, two [[ER medium laser]]s, and four [[light machine gun]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,239, BV (2.0) = 1,364<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 177</ref>	+	*;''Incubus'' 5 : Clan Ice Hellion, always prolific users of fast light 'Mechs, copied the original redesign of the ''Incubus'', but decided to create their own variant. This fifth version mounts an [[ATM 6]] with two tons of ammunition, two ER Medium Lasers, and four [[Light Machine Gun]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,239, BV (2.0) = 1,364<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 177</ref>
−	*; ''Incubus'' 6 : This variant uses an [[XXL engine]] to allow the chassis to carry an ER PPC and [[SRM-6]] in the right and left arms respectively. For close attacks it has six ER micro lasers split between the side torsos, and is fitted with [[Talon (weapon)|talons]]. It's frequently seen with Hell's Horses [[Mongol Doctrine|Mongol warriors]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 223</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,599<ref>''Record Sheets: 3150''</ref>	+	*;''Vixen'' 6 : This variant uses an [[XXL engine]] to allow the chassis to carry an ER PPC and [[Talon (weapon)|Talons]]. It's frequently seen with Hell's Horses [[Mongol Doctrine|Mongol warriors]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 223</ref>
−	*; ''Incubus'' 7 : This variant replaces the [[large pulse laser]] with a [[Ultra AC/2]] and one ton of ammo. The significant loss of damage capability makes this decision questionable. BV (2.0) = 1,175<ref name=RG7p4/>	+	*;''Incubus'' 7 : This variant replaces the large pulse laser with an [[Ultra AC/2]] and one ton of ammo. The significant loss of damage capability makes this decision questionable. BV (2.0) = 1,175<ref name=RG7p4/>
−	*; ''Incubus'' 8 : Identical to the standard model, the 8 merely swaps out the large pulse laser for an [[LRM-20]] and one ton of ammo. These are both mounted in the right arm. BV (2.0) = 1,557<ref name=RG7p4/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3150''</ref>	+	*;''Incubus'' 8 : Identical to the standard model, the 8 merely swaps out the large pulse laser for an [[LRM-20]] and one ton of ammo. These are both mounted in the right arm. BV (2.0) = 1,557<ref name=RG7p4/>
−	*; ''Incubus'' 9 : The 9 modifies the weapons loadout with 3150 era tech. An [[ER large pulse laser]] replaces the standard large pulse laser in the right arm. Each side torso carries one [[ER medium pulse laser]] and two [[AP Gauss rifle]]s, fed by one ton of ammo is carried in the right torso. To make room for these upgrades a fragile and expensive XXL engine is used. BV (2.0) = 1,849	+	*;''Incubus'' 9 : The 9 modifies the weapons loadout with 3150 era tech. An [[ER Large Pulse Laser]] replaces the standard pulse laser in the right arm. Each side torso carries one [[ER Medium Pulse Laser]] and two [[AP Gauss Rifle]]s. One ton of ammo is carried in the right torso. To make room for these upgrades a fragile and expensive XXL engine is used. BV (2.0) = 1,849
	===Apocryphal Variants===		===Apocryphal Variants===
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−	*; INC-SA ''Sabre'' : This customized MechWarrior Online [[Hero 'Mech]] is equipped with 270-rated [[XL engine]], two [[ER micro laser]]s and [[heavy machine gun]]s in both torsos, [[Streak SRM-4]] with its one ton of ammo in central torso and two [[Streak SRM-2]]s in the right arm, along with 10 [[double heat sink]]s to cope with the heat. The ballistic weaponry is fed by half ton of HMG ammo in left torso, and one full ton of HMG and Streak SRM 4 ammo bins in right torso.  [https://mwomercs.com/incubus]	+	*; INC-SA ''Sabre'' : This customized MechWarrior Online [[Hero 'Mech]] is equipped with 270 XL engine, two ER Micro Lasers and [[Heavy Machine Gun]]s in both torsos, [[Streak SRM 4]] with its one ton of ammo in central torso and two [[Streak SRM 2]]s in the right arm, along with 10 Double Heat Sinks to cope with the heat, half ton of HMG ammo in left torso and one full ton of HMG and Streak SRM 4 ammo bins in right torso.  [https://mwomercs.com/incubus]
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−	==Design Quirks==
−	The ''Vixen'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 95: BattleMech Quirk Table - Vixen Entry</ref>
−	* [[Jettison-Capable Weapon|Jettison-Capable Weapon (Large Pulse Laser)]]
	==Related BattleMechs==		==Related BattleMechs==
−	* ''[[Incubus II]]'' - The first design of a [[Jihad]]-era industrial alliance between Clan Hell Horses and the [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile|Exiled Wolves]], the ''Incubus II'' trades lower ground speed for mobility thanks to [[jump jet]]s and a [[Partial Wing (BattleMech)|partial wing]] and replaces the standard design's "rifle" for an array of interchangeable [[hand-held weapon]]ry.<ref name=troPp142>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 142</ref>	+	*''[[Incubus II]]'' - The first design of a [[Jihad]]-era industrial alliance between Clan Hell Horses and the [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile|Exiled Wolves]], the ''Incubus II'' trades lower ground speed for mobility thanks to [[Jump Jet]]s and a [[Partial Wing]] and replaces the standard design's "rifle" for an array of interchangeable [[Hand-Held Weapon]]ry.<ref name=troPp142>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 142</ref>
	==Notes==		==Notes==
	* The ''Incubus''/''Vixen'' as originally depicted in the ''Jade Falcon Sourcebook'' and the original ''Technical Readout: 3055'' was constructed via [[Fractional Accounting]], allowing it to carry a fifth machine gun in the head, removed under the current construction system starting with ''Technical Readout: 3055 Revised''.		* The ''Incubus''/''Vixen'' as originally depicted in the ''Jade Falcon Sourcebook'' and the original ''Technical Readout: 3055'' was constructed via [[Fractional Accounting]], allowing it to carry a fifth machine gun in the head, removed under the current construction system starting with ''Technical Readout: 3055 Revised''.
		+	* In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was left unchanged. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was translated to '''Füchsin'''.
−	* Author [[Ashley Watkins]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20231121234813/https://panther6actual.blogspot.com/2015/10/technical-read-out-3055.html blog entry] that she designed stats and wrote background for ''Vixen'' as originally published in ''TRO:3055''.	+	==Design Quirks==
		+	The ''Vixen'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 95 BattleMech Quirk Table - Vixen Entry.</ref>
		+	* [[Jettison-Capable Weapon|Jettison-Capable Weapon (Large Pulse Laser)]]
−	* In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was left unchanged. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was translated to '''Füchsin'''.
	==Gallery==		==Gallery==
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	The_Falcon_and_the_Wolf_(27).jpg|An ''Incubus'' on patrol in a swamp from ''Jade Falcon Sourcebook''		The_Falcon_and_the_Wolf_(27).jpg|An ''Incubus'' on patrol in a swamp from ''Jade Falcon Sourcebook''
	MWO_Incubus.png|Model of ''Incubus'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''		MWO_Incubus.png|Model of ''Incubus'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
−	File:MWDA-WS069-Vixen.jpg|''Vixen'' miniature from [[Miniatures - MechWarrior#MechWarrior: Wolf Strike|MechWarrior: Wolf Strike set]]
−	Clan Striker Star - Incubus.jpg|''|Incubus'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Clan Striker Star]]''
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=Incubus RGilClan v07.png |name=''Incubus'' |manufacturer= [[Tokasha MechWorks Alpha]] ---- [[CSF Titanic Mobile Production Facility]]<ref name=RG7p4>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 7'', p. 4</ref> |production year=2954 |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3441/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |model=Vixen |class=Light |cost = 5,314,790 C-bills |Tech Base = Clan |mech type =BattleMech |mass=30 |chassis=Model MH-26 [[Endo Steel]] |armor= Compound H17 [[ferro-fibrous]] w/ [[CASE]] |engine=[[Light Force 270 XL]]<ref name=RG7p4/> |comsys=[[Comset 1]]<ref name=RG7p4/> |T&T=[[Delta-Six Sensor Suite]]<ref name=RG7p4/> |heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]] |speed=151 |armament= *1x [[Large Pulse Laser]] *2x [[ER Medium Laser]]s *4x [[Machine Gun]]s |BV (1.0)=1,406<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 109</ref> |BV (2.0)=1,596<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 173</ref> }} ==Description== [[Inner Sphere]] analysts were stumped trying to determine the purpose of the second-line [[BattleMech]] they assigned the [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|code name]] '''''Vixen''''' after sighting it among the garrison forces of [[Clan Jade Falcon]]. The '''''Incubus''''', as it is known among the [[Clans]], is somewhat expensive for a light garrison 'Mech. This confused Spheroid observers until they understood how important one-on-one duels were in Clan culture and how often they occurred among bored garrison troops. The ''Incubus'' is a 'Mech that is often used in such Trials, especially because it is easy to turn off weapons to effectively balance the 'Mech's strength with that of an augmented [[Elemental]]. Despite its purpose, the ''Incubus'' does show up in some second-line forces as well and is highly regarded in all roles. <ref name=JF-102>''Jade Falcon Sourcebook'', p. 102 "New 'Mechs - Vixen"</ref> <ref name=TRO3055-116>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 116 "Clan 'Mechs - Second-Line 'Mechs - Vixen"</ref> <ref name=TRO3055R-98>''Technical Readout: 3055 Revised'', p. 98 "Clan 'Mechs - Second-Line 'Mechs - Vixen"</ref> <ref name=TRO3055U-106>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 106 "Clan "Phoenix" BattleMechs - Vixen"</ref> Following [[Clan Hell's Horses]] recapture of [[Tokasha MechWorks Alpha]], and inspired by [[Clan Diamond Shark]]'s "Phoenix" renovation of older design, the Hell's Horses developed a new version of the venerable design incorporating newer weapons technology to expand their BattleMech strength. Though visually different, the core purpose of the 'Mech remains intact, especially useful given the Horses Elemental-heavy [[touman]]. This visually refreshed ''Incubus'' also appealed to [[Clan Ice Hellion]] who developed their own variant of it, examples of which fell into the hands of [[Clan Cloud Cobra|Clans Cloud Cobra]] and [[Clan Star Adder|Star Adder]] following the Hellion's ill-fated trade mission to [[Tanis]] prior to the [[Wars of Reaving]].<ref name=TRO3055U-106/> ==Weapons and Equipment== Part of the Inner Sphere observers confusion around the garrison role of the ''Incubus'' is its use of an expensive 270 rated [[XL engine]], [[Endo Steel]] frame, and five and a half tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. While seemingly expensive for a "mere" garrison 'Mech, this gives ''Incubus'' impressive performance for a light 'Mech, its profile also looking aggressive despite its weight, a distinct psychological advantage for its pilots.<ref name=JF-102/> <ref name=TRO3055-116/> <ref name=TRO3055R-98/> The ''Incubus'' is armed with primarily medium-range weaponry. A [[Large Pulse Laser]] is accurate and covers a respectable range, mounted in a semi-modular "rifle" in the standard version's right arm. Similar to such classic designs as the ''[[Wolverine]]'' and ''[[BattleMaster]]'', the "rifle" placement makes both repair and modification of this weapon extremely easy and rapid. <ref name=JF-102/> <ref name=TRO3055-116/> <ref name=TRO3055R-98/> Hell's Horses upgraded version replaces the "rifle" with a forearm mounted pod instead, but retains the same semi-modular nature for this reason. <ref name=TRO3055U-106/> The arm-mounted primary weapon is supported by over the shoulder light weapons clusters in each side torso. A pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s are solid backup weapons, while four [[Machine Gun]]s are highly effective against unarmored [[infantry]]. A half ton of machine gun ammunition and ten [[Double Heat Sink]]s are more than adequate for Clan Trials. <ref name=JF-102/> <ref name=TRO3055-116/> <ref name=TRO3055R-98/> ==Variants== *;''Incubus'' 2 : An example of the semi-modularity offered by the ''Incubus'''s "rifle", this variant replaces the pulse laser with an [[ER PPC]].<ref name=JF-102/> <ref name=TRO3055-116/> <ref name=TRO3055R-98/> BV (1.0) = 1,573<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,913<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p.174</ref> *;''Incubus'' 3 : The second variant mounts a [[Streak SRM-6]] and a single ton of ammo in the "rifle", the weight saved allowing the torso lasers to be upgraded to [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s.<ref name=JF-102/> <ref name=TRO3055-116/> <ref name=TRO3055R-98/> BV (1.0) = 1,216<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,324<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 175</ref> *;''Incubus'' 4 : Clan Hell's Horses ''Incubus'' 4 completely changes the weapon loadout with an eye to lower cost, but keeps the core purpose of the 'Mech intact. It mounts a [[Heavy Large Laser]], two Medium Pulse Lasers, two [[Micro Pulse Laser]]s, and two [[ER Micro Laser]]s. It can quickly build up heat in normal combat situations, but most of the Trials it is involved in necessitate disabling multiple weapons, so this is rarely a problem. BV (1.0) = 1,215, BV (2.0) = 1,581<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 176</ref> *;''Incubus'' 5 : Clan Ice Hellion, always prolific users of fast light 'Mechs, copied the original redesign of the ''Incubus'', but decided to create their own variant. This fifth version mounts an [[ATM 6]] with two tons of ammunition, two ER Medium Lasers, and four [[Light Machine Gun]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,239, BV (2.0) = 1,364<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 177</ref> *;''Vixen'' 6 : This variant uses an [[XXL engine]] to allow the chassis to carry an ER PPC and [[Talon (weapon)|Talons]]. It's frequently seen with Hell's Horses [[Mongol Doctrine|Mongol warriors]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 223</ref> *;''Incubus'' 7 : This variant replaces the large pulse laser with an [[Ultra AC/2]] and one ton of ammo. The significant loss of damage capability makes this decision questionable. BV (2.0) = 1,175<ref name=RG7p4/> *;''Incubus'' 8 : Identical to the standard model, the 8 merely swaps out the large pulse laser for an [[LRM-20]] and one ton of ammo. These are both mounted in the right arm. BV (2.0) = 1,557<ref name=RG7p4/> *;''Incubus'' 9 : The 9 modifies the weapons loadout with 3150 era tech. An [[ER Large Pulse Laser]] replaces the standard pulse laser in the right arm. Each side torso carries one [[ER Medium Pulse Laser]] and two [[AP Gauss Rifle]]s. One ton of ammo is carried in the right torso. To make room for these upgrades a fragile and expensive XXL engine is used. BV (2.0) = 1,849 ===Apocryphal Variants=== {{ApocryphalContentStart}} These variants were introduced in various apocryphal sources, and thus far have not appeared in any canonical media. ''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' *; INC-SA ''Sabre'' : This customized MechWarrior Online [[Hero 'Mech]] is equipped with 270 XL engine, two ER Micro Lasers and [[Heavy Machine Gun]]s in both torsos, [[Streak SRM 4]] with its one ton of ammo in central torso and two [[Streak SRM 2]]s in the right arm, along with 10 Double Heat Sinks to cope with the heat, half ton of HMG ammo in left torso and one full ton of HMG and Streak SRM 4 ammo bins in right torso. [https://mwomercs.com/incubus] {{ApocryphalContentEnd}} ==Related BattleMechs== *''[[Incubus II]]'' - The first design of a [[Jihad]]-era industrial alliance between Clan Hell Horses and the [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile|Exiled Wolves]], the ''Incubus II'' trades lower ground speed for mobility thanks to [[Jump Jet]]s and a [[Partial Wing]] and replaces the standard design's "rifle" for an array of interchangeable [[Hand-Held Weapon]]ry.<ref name=troPp142>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 142</ref> ==Notes== * The ''Incubus''/''Vixen'' as originally depicted in the ''Jade Falcon Sourcebook'' and the original ''Technical Readout: 3055'' was constructed via [[Fractional Accounting]], allowing it to carry a fifth machine gun in the head, removed under the current construction system starting with ''Technical Readout: 3055 Revised''. * In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was left unchanged. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was translated to '''Füchsin'''. ==Design Quirks== The ''Vixen'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 95 BattleMech Quirk Table - Vixen Entry.</ref> * [[Jettison-Capable Weapon|Jettison-Capable Weapon (Large Pulse Laser)]] ==Gallery== <gallery> Vixen.jpg|Original [[Unseen]] ''Incubus'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]'' Incubus RGilClan v07.png|''Incubus'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 7|RG:ilClan v7]]'' 3055U Incubus.jpg|''Incubus 4'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]'' Vixen_JFSBp103.png|''Incubus'' from ''[[Jade Falcon Sourcebook]]'' The_Falcon_and_the_Wolf_(27).jpg|An ''Incubus'' on patrol in a swamp from ''Jade Falcon Sourcebook'' MWO_Incubus.png|Model of ''Incubus'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' </gallery> ==References== <references /> ==Bibliography== *''[[Combat Operations]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' [[Category:BattleMechs]] [[Category:Light BattleMechs]] [[Category:30 ton BattleMechs]] [[Category:Clan General BattleMechs]] [[Category:German renamed units]]

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