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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image= | + | |image=Jackalope.jpg |
|name=Jackalope | |name=Jackalope | ||
| − | |manufacturer=[[Victory Conditions Industries]] and [[Eris Enterprises]] | + | |manufacturer=[[Victory Conditions Industries]] and [[Eris Enterprises Design Group]] |
| − | |model=JLP- | + | |production year= |
| + | |model=JLP-BD | ||
| + | |introduced= | ||
|class=Light | |class=Light | ||
| + | |cost= | ||
|mass=30 | |mass=30 | ||
| − | |chassis= | + | |chassis=[[Endo-Steel|Triumph Dynamic Endo Steel]] |
| − | |armor= | + | |armor=[[Ferro Fibrous|Advantage Ferro-Fibrous]] |
| − | |engine=Victory 240 XL | + | |engine=[[XL Fusion|Victory 240 XL]] |
| − | |speed=129 | + | |comsys=[[Angst Clear Channel 5]] |
| − | |jumpjets= | + | |T&T=[[O/P TA1240]] with [[Light Active Probe]] |
| + | |heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]] | ||
| + | |speed=129 | ||
| + | |speed with MASC= | ||
| + | |speed with TSM= | ||
| + | |jumpjets=VC Dynamo | ||
|armament= | |armament= | ||
| − | * | + | *2x [[ER Medium Lasers]] |
| − | *1x | + | *1x [[ATM 6]] |
| − | * | + | *1x [[Laser Anti-Missile System]] |
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|BV (1.0)= | |BV (1.0)= | ||
| − | |BV (2.0)= | + | |BV (2.0)= 1,396<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', pp.29 & 97 Jackalope - BV2</ref> |
}} | }} | ||
| + | ==Description== | ||
| + | Produced jointly by [[Victory Conditions Industries]] and Eris Enterprises, the ''Jackalope'' represented a leap forward in anti-missile and recon technology. Designed to serve as recon and pursuit lances, this compact and swift BattleTech used to full effect in combat. The 'Mech gets its named from a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackalope mythical animal] which was said to had existed on [[Terra]]'s North American continent. | ||
| + | The design's initial sales were not strong; it too was as elusive as its namesake. However, since [[Gray Monday]], the design became popular among Inner Sphere powers including of the [[Republic of the Sphere]], Mercenaries, [[Solaris VII]] and nations within [[Free Worlds League]] space. One of the 'Mech production facilities, Eris Enterprises of [[Capolla]], would be lost to the Inner Sphere for a time after walls of the [[Fortress Republic|Republic's Fortress]] rose in [[3135]] blocking access. This left its output secretly at time be funneled to rebuild the Republic's armies.<ref>''Era Report: 3145'', p. 19 Timeline - RoTS Exarch Levin announces and implements Fortress Republic in 3135.</ref> Victory Conditions’ production site on [[Mizar]] would have its sales regulated by [[Galatean Defense League]], which continued to sell the 'Mech various parties by [[3145]]. | ||
| − | + | One the design noted uses was in [[3144]], when one in the piloted by a former [[Knight of the Sphere]] named Captain Gloria Hansen piloted her machine on [[Gloria Hansen]] against raiding part from [[Clan Wolf]]. Twice in the same battle, first leading her company to defeated the attacking Wolves for control of her unit's DropShips. Second time her fighting [[Trial of Grievance]] against the Wolves unit's commander piloting a [[Wulfen]] Light OmniMech. Using her 'Mech speed to charged the Clan's Mech superior abilities at the cost of her own health and managed to destroy the [[Star Captain]]'s 'Mech.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', pp.28 Jackalope - Background.</ref> | |
| − | + | ==Weapons and Equipment== | |
| + | The Jackalope can be considered unique, which it owes to its compact and narrow chassis which allows for an absurd number of them to be loaded into [[DropShip]]s for deployment. Its Jump jets allow it to deploy rapidly and quickly get to wherever it needs to go on the battlefield. In addition, eight [[jump jet]]s allow the ''Jackalope'' 240 m wide jumps. A 240-rated [[XL engine]] provides ample power to this small 'Mech, propelling it at speeds of up to 129 kph, as well as powering its weaponry. The speed gives it ability give addition protection beyond its 6.5 tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor and its Clean-Sweep Laser-based Anti-Laser System. It key component is its Clan designed [[Light Active Probe]], making it valuable scout while proving enough room for additional equipment. | ||
| − | + | The 'Mech's principle weaponry includes two Clan tech Conquest Extended Range Medium Lasers, which are located in its stubby but flexible short arms. Additionally a 6-tubed ATM launcher found in the right torso proves the Jackalope added punch at all ranges. The design however only has one ton of ammunition, cutting down its longevity in campaigns and reducing the pilot to relay on the lasers.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', pp.28-29 & 97 Jackalope - Stats</ref> | |
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *JLP- | + | *;JLP-C: A Mixed tech version of the standard Jackalope, the C designed to serve as lancemate for a C3 Lance. Fitted with an Inner Sphere produced [[C3 Slave Unit|C3 Slave Computer]], this variant becomes excellent spotter for its lance. The design drops the ATM-6 for a Clan produced 6-tubed [[SRM-6|Short-Ranged Missile Launcher]] with two tons of ammunition. BV(2.0)=1,253<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', pp. 28 & 98 Jackalope - Variant JLP-C information.</ref> |
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| − | *JLP- | + | *;JLP-KA: Faster than the original BD, the new engine powers it to 129 kph, making it faster than standard and other variants before it. However, half its Jump Jets are removed from the design, while retaining all other features of the standard model, the KA's ATM ammunition is given added protection with [[CASE II]]. BV(2.0)=1,488<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', pp. 28 & 100 Jackalope - Variant JLP-KA information.</ref> |
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| − | *JLP- | + | *;JLP-KW: This variant, also known as the "Wolpertinger" is a Mixed Tech version of the Jackalope's KA variant. Built with the mostly Clan technology, the Mech retains the KA's fragile but powerful [[XXL Fusion Engine]], it also gains additional jump capacity due to the inclusion of a [[Partial Wing]] and installation of 5 [[Improved Jump Jets]]. While retaining the KA's Clan ER Medium Lasers in the arms, a standard 4-tubed SRM Launcher added in the right torso with its ammo in the left with [[CASE II]] protection. Only Inner Sphere technology found in the machine is its [[XL Gyro|Extra-Light Gyro]]. BV(2.0)=1,334<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', pp. 28 & 100 Jackalope - Variant JL-KW information.</ref> |
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==Notable Pilots== | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
| − | *[[ | + | *[[Gloria Hansen]]; A Captain in the forces of [[Republic Remnant]] in 3145, her bravery and skills saved her company from elements of Clan Wolf. She was distraught by Republic's abandonment of the rest of the nation, she would renounced her Knighthood but remain loyal to citizens of Republic Remnant. Her victory on Chertan would boost morale of the tiny fragment of Republic of the Sphere.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', pp. 28 Jackalope - Notable pilots information.</ref> |
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| + | ==Notes== | ||
| + | The Jackalope was original conceived by [[Wizkids]] for its [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures]] game as a part of its Dominion expansion set. The figure would be used as a both as a general and unique 'Mech in the CGC game. The Jackalope would later adapted by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] and redefined in the tabletop game once the company advanced the franchise's timeline to [[3145]]. | ||
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| + | The 'Mech would also be featured in the non-canon short-film/trailer [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSJNJ0JCaRc Produced by DAVE's School's MechWarrior: Age of Destruction video.] The film never completed officially, showcases the 'Mech and unique size/compactness which would later be translated as a design quirk. | ||
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| + | ===Design Quirks=== | ||
| + | The Jackalope is subjected to the following [[Design Quirks]]: | ||
| + | *[[Compact ’Mech]] | ||
| + | *[[Narrow/Low Profile]] | ||
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| + | ==Gallery== | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | Jakalope-diag-A1.jpg | Jackalope first appearance on Wizkids Website. | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
| + | <references/> | ||
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| + | ==Bibliography== | ||
| + | *[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]] | ||
| + | *[[Technical Readout: 3145]] | ||
| + | *[[Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere]] | ||
#MechWarrior: Age of Destruction | #MechWarrior: Age of Destruction | ||
#[http://web.archive.org/web/20071224195446/www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/linknet/default.asp?a=40614| LinkNet article on the ''Jackalope''. Note Article is on archived website.]* | #[http://web.archive.org/web/20071224195446/www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/linknet/default.asp?a=40614| LinkNet article on the ''Jackalope''. Note Article is on archived website.]* | ||
#Link to Dillon's entry (providing sources for this article)[http://wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/figuregallery.asp?unitid=9852] | #Link to Dillon's entry (providing sources for this article)[http://wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/figuregallery.asp?unitid=9852] | ||
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| + | [[Category:Free Worlds League BattleMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Inner Sphere General BattleMechs]] | ||
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Revision as of 15:55, 29 December 2013
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| Jackalope | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Victory Conditions Industries and Eris Enterprises Design Group |
| Model | JLP-BD |
| Class | Light |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 30 tons |
| Chassis | Triumph Dynamic Endo Steel |
| Armor | Advantage Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | Victory 240 XL |
| Communications System | Angst Clear Channel 5 |
| Targeting Tracking System | O/P TA1240 with Light Active Probe |
| Heat Sinks | 10 Double Heat Sinks |
| Speed | 129 km/h |
| Jump Jets | VC Dynamo |
| Armament | |
| BV (2.0) | 1,396[1] |
Contents
Description
Produced jointly by Victory Conditions Industries and Eris Enterprises, the Jackalope represented a leap forward in anti-missile and recon technology. Designed to serve as recon and pursuit lances, this compact and swift BattleTech used to full effect in combat. The 'Mech gets its named from a mythical animal which was said to had existed on Terra's North American continent.
The design's initial sales were not strong; it too was as elusive as its namesake. However, since Gray Monday, the design became popular among Inner Sphere powers including of the Republic of the Sphere, Mercenaries, Solaris VII and nations within Free Worlds League space. One of the 'Mech production facilities, Eris Enterprises of Capolla, would be lost to the Inner Sphere for a time after walls of the Republic's Fortress rose in 3135 blocking access. This left its output secretly at time be funneled to rebuild the Republic's armies.[2] Victory Conditions’ production site on Mizar would have its sales regulated by Galatean Defense League, which continued to sell the 'Mech various parties by 3145.
One the design noted uses was in 3144, when one in the piloted by a former Knight of the Sphere named Captain Gloria Hansen piloted her machine on Gloria Hansen against raiding part from Clan Wolf. Twice in the same battle, first leading her company to defeated the attacking Wolves for control of her unit's DropShips. Second time her fighting Trial of Grievance against the Wolves unit's commander piloting a Wulfen Light OmniMech. Using her 'Mech speed to charged the Clan's Mech superior abilities at the cost of her own health and managed to destroy the Star Captain's 'Mech.[3]
Weapons and Equipment
The Jackalope can be considered unique, which it owes to its compact and narrow chassis which allows for an absurd number of them to be loaded into DropShips for deployment. Its Jump jets allow it to deploy rapidly and quickly get to wherever it needs to go on the battlefield. In addition, eight jump jets allow the Jackalope 240 m wide jumps. A 240-rated XL engine provides ample power to this small 'Mech, propelling it at speeds of up to 129 kph, as well as powering its weaponry. The speed gives it ability give addition protection beyond its 6.5 tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor and its Clean-Sweep Laser-based Anti-Laser System. It key component is its Clan designed Light Active Probe, making it valuable scout while proving enough room for additional equipment.
The 'Mech's principle weaponry includes two Clan tech Conquest Extended Range Medium Lasers, which are located in its stubby but flexible short arms. Additionally a 6-tubed ATM launcher found in the right torso proves the Jackalope added punch at all ranges. The design however only has one ton of ammunition, cutting down its longevity in campaigns and reducing the pilot to relay on the lasers.[4]
Variants
- JLP-C
- A Mixed tech version of the standard Jackalope, the C designed to serve as lancemate for a C3 Lance. Fitted with an Inner Sphere produced C3 Slave Computer, this variant becomes excellent spotter for its lance. The design drops the ATM-6 for a Clan produced 6-tubed Short-Ranged Missile Launcher with two tons of ammunition. BV(2.0)=1,253[5]
- JLP-KA
- Faster than the original BD, the new engine powers it to 129 kph, making it faster than standard and other variants before it. However, half its Jump Jets are removed from the design, while retaining all other features of the standard model, the KA's ATM ammunition is given added protection with CASE II. BV(2.0)=1,488[6]
- JLP-KW
- This variant, also known as the "Wolpertinger" is a Mixed Tech version of the Jackalope's KA variant. Built with the mostly Clan technology, the Mech retains the KA's fragile but powerful XXL Fusion Engine, it also gains additional jump capacity due to the inclusion of a Partial Wing and installation of 5 Improved Jump Jets. While retaining the KA's Clan ER Medium Lasers in the arms, a standard 4-tubed SRM Launcher added in the right torso with its ammo in the left with CASE II protection. Only Inner Sphere technology found in the machine is its Extra-Light Gyro. BV(2.0)=1,334[7]
Notable Pilots
- Gloria Hansen; A Captain in the forces of Republic Remnant in 3145, her bravery and skills saved her company from elements of Clan Wolf. She was distraught by Republic's abandonment of the rest of the nation, she would renounced her Knighthood but remain loyal to citizens of Republic Remnant. Her victory on Chertan would boost morale of the tiny fragment of Republic of the Sphere.[8]
Notes
The Jackalope was original conceived by Wizkids for its MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures game as a part of its Dominion expansion set. The figure would be used as a both as a general and unique 'Mech in the CGC game. The Jackalope would later adapted by Catalyst Game Labs and redefined in the tabletop game once the company advanced the franchise's timeline to 3145.
The 'Mech would also be featured in the non-canon short-film/trailer Produced by DAVE's School's MechWarrior: Age of Destruction video. The film never completed officially, showcases the 'Mech and unique size/compactness which would later be translated as a design quirk.
Design Quirks
The Jackalope is subjected to the following Design Quirks:
Gallery
Jackalope first appearance on Wizkids Website.
References
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere, pp.29 & 97 Jackalope - BV2
- ↑ Era Report: 3145, p. 19 Timeline - RoTS Exarch Levin announces and implements Fortress Republic in 3135.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere, pp.28 Jackalope - Background.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere, pp.28-29 & 97 Jackalope - Stats
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere, pp. 28 & 98 Jackalope - Variant JLP-C information.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere, pp. 28 & 100 Jackalope - Variant JLP-KA information.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere, pp. 28 & 100 Jackalope - Variant JL-KW information.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere, pp. 28 Jackalope - Notable pilots information.
Bibliography
- Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged
- Technical Readout: 3145
- Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere
- MechWarrior: Age of Destruction
- LinkNet article on the Jackalope. Note Article is on archived website.*
- Link to Dillon's entry (providing sources for this article)[1]