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−	|image = Nightsky RGilClan v27.jpg	+	|image=3055u_Nightsky.JPG
−	|name = ''Nightsky''	+	|name=Nightsky
−	|manufacturer = [[Defiance Industries]]<ref name=TRCIp126f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 126–127: "NGS-4S Nightsky"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3055U -->	+	|manufacturer=[[Defiance Industries]]
−	|production year = 3053	+	|production year=3053
−	|year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2279/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>	+	|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2279/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
−	|model = NGS-4S<ref name=TRCIp126f />	+	|model=NGS-4S
−	|cost = 9,420,000 [[C-bill]]s	+	|cost= 9,420,000 C-bills
−	|Tech Base = Inner Sphere	+	|Tech Base=Inner Sphere
−	|mech type = BattleMech	+	|mech type=BattleMech
−	|feet = biped	+	|feet=biped
−	|mass = 50	+	|mass=50
−	|chassis = [[Dorwinion Standard]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> -->	+	|chassis=Dorwinion
−	|armor = [[Kallon Royalstar]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> -->	+	|armor=Kallon Royalstar
−	|engine = [[Vlar 300 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> -->	+	|engine=[[Vlar 300 XL]]
−	|comsys = [[TharHes Calliope Hm10]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> -->	+	|comsys=[[TharHes Calliope Hm10]]
−	|T&T = [[TharHes Ares-8a]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> -->	+	|T&T=[[TharHes Ares-8a]]
−	|heat sinks = 11 [[Double Heat Sinks|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> -->	+	|heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat Sinks]]
−	|speed = 97 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> -->	+	|speed=97.2
−	|jumpjets = [[HildCo Model 13]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> -->	+	|jumpjets=[[HildCo Model 13]]
−	|armament = <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> -->	+	|armament=
−	* 1x [[large pulse laser]]	+	*1x [[Large Pulse Laser]]
−	* 2x [[medium pulse laser]]	+	*2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s
−	* 1x [[small pulse laser]]	+	*1x [[Small Pulse Laser]]
−	* 1x [[hatchet]]	+	*1x [[Hatchet]]
−	|BV (1.0) = 1,029<ref name=COp132>''Combat Operations'', p. 132</ref>	+	|BV (1.0)=1,029<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 132</ref>
−	|BV (2.0) = 1,159<ref name=TRCIp126f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 57</ref>	+	|BV (2.0)=1,159<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 57</ref>
	}}		}}
	==Description==		==Description==
−	The '''''Nightsky''''' was built as a follow up to the ''[[Hatchetman]]'' and ''[[Axman]]'' '[[Mech]]s. At the turn of the [[thirty-second century]], the [[LCAF]] requested that [[Defiance Industries]] provide them with a new model of the Nightsky, which led to the 7-series Nightskies, which were easy to upgrade from previous models using standard upgrade kits.	+	The '''''Nightsky''''' was built as a follow up to the ''[[Hatchetman]]'' and ''[[Axman]]'' '[[Mech]]s. The ''Nightsky'' is built around a massive Vlar 300 [[XL Engine]] that propels the ''Nightsky'' up to speeds of 97.2 kph. The ''Nightsky'' was intended for close range combat. With a superb ground speed and added maneuverability provided by six HildCo Model 13 [[jump jet]]s that allow the ''Nightsky'' to jump up to one hundred and eighty meters, the ''Nightsky'' is a capable heavy recon 'Mech. It is also protected with nine and a half tons of armor, providing the ''Nightsky'' with good armor protection for its size.<ref name=TRO3055U40>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 40, "Nightsky Profile"</ref>
	==Weapons and Equipment==		==Weapons and Equipment==
−	The ''Nightsky'' is built around a massive [[Vlar 300 XL]] [[extralight engine]] that propels the 'Mech up to speeds of 97.2 km/h. Superb ground speed and the added maneuverability provided by six [[HildCo Model 13]] [[jump jet]]s that allow the ''Nightsky'' to jump up to 180 meters make the ''Nightsky'' a capable heavy recon 'Mech. It is also protected with nine and a half tons of armor, providing the ''Nightsky'' with good armor protection for its size.<ref name=TRO3055U40>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 40: "Nightsky Profile"</ref>	+	The ''Nightsky'' is built with a powerful close range arsenal. The centerpiece of this is a massive four-ton [[Hatchet]] that the ''Nightsky'' has built into its right arm which allows the 'Mech to cut through another 'Mech's armor. The ''Nightsky'' is also armed with a Sutel Precision Line [[Large Pulse Laser]] for medium to long range firepower and two Sutel Precision Line [[Medium Pulse Lasers]] and a Sutel Precision Line [[Small Pulse Laser]] for close range support.<ref name=TRO3055U40/>
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−	The ''Nightsky'' is built with a powerful close range arsenal. The centerpiece of this is a massive four-ton [[hatchet]] that is built into its right arm, which allows the 'Mech to cut through another 'Mech's armor. The ''Nightsky'' is also armed with a [[Sutel Precision Line (LPL)|Sutel Precision Line]] [[large pulse laser]] for medium to long range firepower, supported by two [[Sutel Precision Line (MPL)|Sutel Precision Line]] [[medium pulse laser]]s and a [[Sutel Precision Line (SPL)|Sutel Precision Line]] [[small pulse laser]] for close range support.<ref name=TRO3055U40/>
	==Variants==		==Variants==
−	*; NGS-4T : The 4T is a variant of the ''Nightsky'' that looks to make the 'Mech more powerful in both long and close range combat. This is done by swapping the [[large pulse laser]] for an [[ER large laser]] with an [[anti-missile system]] for added defense against enemy missiles. The 'Mech also adds an additional [[small laser]] for additional close-range firepower.<ref name=TRCIp126f /> BV (1.0) = 1,107,<ref name=COp132/> BV (2.0) = 1,287<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 58</ref>	+	*;NGS-4T : The 4T is a variant of the ''Nightsky'' that looks to make the 'Mech more powerful in both long and close range combat. This is done by removing the [[Large Pulse Laser]]. This has been replaced with an [[ER Large Laser]] and a [[Anti-Missile System]] for added defense against enemy missiles. The 'Mech also adds an additional [[Small Laser]] for added close range firepower. BV (1.0) = 1,107<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,287<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 58</ref>
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−	*; NGS-5S : A simple upgrade of the ''Nightsky'', the 5S looks to make the 'Mech more heat efficient. This is achieved by removing the [[jump jet]]s and replacing them with three additional [[double heat sink]]s.<ref name=TRCIp126f /> BV (1.0) = 904,<ref name=COp132/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 145</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,045<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 59</ref>
−	*; NGS-5T : The 5T is a modification of the 4S that replaces the [[large pulse laser]] with an [[ER PPC]], but is otherwise identical to the 4S model. This modification of the 'Mech makes the ''Nightsky'' capable of targeting an enemy 'Mech at extreme ranges and wearing them down until the 'Mech can bring its [[hatchet]] to bear on its target.<ref name=TRCIp126f /> BV (1.0) = 1,175,<ref name=COp132/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 146</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,356<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 60</ref>	+	*;NGS-5S : A simple upgrade of the ''Nightsky'', the 5S looks to make the 'Mech more heat efficient. This is achieved by removing the jump jets and replacing them with three additional [[double heat sink]]s. BV (1.0) = 904<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 145</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,045<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 59</ref>
−	*; NGS-6S : This modification of the ''Nightsky'' intended to make the 'Mech more durable and gave it a longer life on the battlefield. The 'Mech replaces the 300-rated [[XL engine]] with a 300 [[light fusion engine]]. The 'Mech also removes all of its ranged weaponry and replaces it with seven [[ER medium laser]]s.<ref name=TRCIp126f /> When combined with the [[hatchet]], the 'Mech is a monster, both against [[battle armor]] and in an urban environment. BV (1.0) = 1252, BV (2.0) = 1,474<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 61</ref>	+	*;NGS-5T : The 5T is a modification of the 4S that replaces the [[Large Pulse Laser]] with an [[ER PPC]]. The 'Mech is otherwise identical to the 4S model. This modification of the 'Mech makes the ''Nightsky'' capable of targeting an enemy 'Mech at extreme ranges and wearing them down until the 'Mech can bring its hatchet to bear on its target. BV (1.0) = 1,175<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 146</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,356<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 60</ref>
−	*; NGS-6T : This variant of the ''Nightsky'' uses [[Triple Strength Myomer]] to maximize physical attack damage. It also uses one [[ER medium laser]] and a pair of [[ER small laser]]s. To make room for those weapons, it loses a [[medium pulse laser]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,430<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 80</ref>	+	*;NGS-6S : This modification of the ''Nightsky'' intended to make the 'Mech more durable and gave it a longer life on the battlefield. The 'Mech replaces the 300 [[XL Engine]] with a 300 [[Light Fusion Engine]]. The 'Mech also removes all of its ranged weaponry and replaces it with seven [[ER Medium Laser]]s. When combined with the Hatchet, the 'Mech is a monster, both against [[Battle Armor]] and in an urban environment. BV (1.0) = 1252, BV (2.0) = 1,474<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 61</ref>
−	*; NGS-7S: A ''Nightsky'' for the new century, the 7S is clad in [[Heavy Ferro-Fibrous]] armor to increase its survivability, while an [[Actuator Enhancement System]] is mounted on the [[hatchet]]-equipped arm. For ranged combat, a [[Large X-Pulse Laser]] is underslung on the left arm and a [[Small X-Pulse Laser]] keeps the pilot warm in the head. To complement all of this, a pair of [[clan]]-specification [[ER Medium Laser]]s are shoulder-mounted. BV (2.0) = 1591 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27'', p. 13</ref>	+	*;NGS-6T : This variant of the ''Nightsky'' uses [[Triple Strength Myomer]] to maximize physical attack damage. It also uses one [[ER Medium Laser]] and a pair of [[ER Small Laser]]s. To make room for those weapons, it loses a pulse laser.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,430<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 80</ref>
−	==Design Quirks==	+	== Design Quirks ==
−	The ''Nightsky'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93: Design Quirk Table - Nightsky Entry</ref>	+	The ''Nightsky'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 93 Design Quirk Table - Nightsky Entry.</ref>
	* [[Modular Weapons|Modular Weapon (Hatchet)]]		* [[Modular Weapons|Modular Weapon (Hatchet)]]
	==Notes==		==Notes==
−	* There is at [[Nichthimmel|least one example]] of a "left-handed" ''Nightsky'' with the alphanumerical designation NGS-4S-L. Built specifically for a left-handed MechWarrior, it is implied its configuration is mirror-reversed, with the hatchet on the left arm instead of the right.	+	In German products the unit's proper name was altered to '''Nachtschatten''', which means ''Nightshade''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''NTS-4S'''.
−	* In German products, the unit's proper name was altered to '''''Nachtschatten''''', which translated literally means ''Nightshadow''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''NTS-4S'''.
	==Gallery==		==Gallery==
	<gallery>		<gallery>
−	Nightsky TRO3055.jpg|Original ''Nightsky'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]''	+	File:NS-Nihtskye.png|Original ''Nightsky'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]''
−	Nightsky TRO3055U.jpg|''Nightsky'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]''	+	File:3055u Nightsky.JPG|''Nightsky'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]''
−	Nightsky RGilClan v27.jpg|''Nightsky'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27|RG:ilClan vol. 27]]''	+	Image:CCG Mercenaries Nightsky.jpg|N6S-4S ''Nightsky'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
−	CCG Mercenaries Nightsky.jpg|N6S-4S ''Nightsky'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
−	Kell Hounds Striker Lance Nightsky.jpg|''Nightsky'' miniature from ''[[Kell Hounds Striker Lance]]''
	</gallery>		</gallery>
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	*''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''		*''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
		+	*''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
	*''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]''		*''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]''
	*''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]''		*''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]''
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	*''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]''		*''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]''
−	*''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]''
	*''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]''		*''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]''
	*''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]''		*''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]''
	*''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''		*''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
		+	*''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]''
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=3055u_Nightsky.JPG |name=Nightsky |manufacturer=[[Defiance Industries]] |production year=3053 |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2279/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |model=NGS-4S |cost= 9,420,000 C-bills |Tech Base=Inner Sphere |mech type=BattleMech |feet=biped |mass=50 |chassis=Dorwinion |armor=Kallon Royalstar |engine=[[Vlar 300 XL]] |comsys=[[TharHes Calliope Hm10]] |T&T=[[TharHes Ares-8a]] |heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat Sinks]] |speed=97.2 |jumpjets=[[HildCo Model 13]] |armament= *1x [[Large Pulse Laser]] *2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s *1x [[Small Pulse Laser]] *1x [[Hatchet]] |BV (1.0)=1,029<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 132</ref> |BV (2.0)=1,159<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 57</ref> }} ==Description== The '''''Nightsky''''' was built as a follow up to the ''[[Hatchetman]]'' and ''[[Axman]]'' '[[Mech]]s. The ''Nightsky'' is built around a massive Vlar 300 [[XL Engine]] that propels the ''Nightsky'' up to speeds of 97.2 kph. The ''Nightsky'' was intended for close range combat. With a superb ground speed and added maneuverability provided by six HildCo Model 13 [[jump jet]]s that allow the ''Nightsky'' to jump up to one hundred and eighty meters, the ''Nightsky'' is a capable heavy recon 'Mech. It is also protected with nine and a half tons of armor, providing the ''Nightsky'' with good armor protection for its size.<ref name=TRO3055U40>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 40, "Nightsky Profile"</ref> ==Weapons and Equipment== The ''Nightsky'' is built with a powerful close range arsenal. The centerpiece of this is a massive four-ton [[Hatchet]] that the ''Nightsky'' has built into its right arm which allows the 'Mech to cut through another 'Mech's armor. The ''Nightsky'' is also armed with a Sutel Precision Line [[Large Pulse Laser]] for medium to long range firepower and two Sutel Precision Line [[Medium Pulse Lasers]] and a Sutel Precision Line [[Small Pulse Laser]] for close range support.<ref name=TRO3055U40/> ==Variants== *;NGS-4T : The 4T is a variant of the ''Nightsky'' that looks to make the 'Mech more powerful in both long and close range combat. This is done by removing the [[Large Pulse Laser]]. This has been replaced with an [[ER Large Laser]] and a [[Anti-Missile System]] for added defense against enemy missiles. The 'Mech also adds an additional [[Small Laser]] for added close range firepower. BV (1.0) = 1,107<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,287<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 58</ref> *;NGS-5S : A simple upgrade of the ''Nightsky'', the 5S looks to make the 'Mech more heat efficient. This is achieved by removing the jump jets and replacing them with three additional [[double heat sink]]s. BV (1.0) = 904<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 145</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,045<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 59</ref> *;NGS-5T : The 5T is a modification of the 4S that replaces the [[Large Pulse Laser]] with an [[ER PPC]]. The 'Mech is otherwise identical to the 4S model. This modification of the 'Mech makes the ''Nightsky'' capable of targeting an enemy 'Mech at extreme ranges and wearing them down until the 'Mech can bring its hatchet to bear on its target. BV (1.0) = 1,175<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 146</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,356<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 60</ref> *;NGS-6S : This modification of the ''Nightsky'' intended to make the 'Mech more durable and gave it a longer life on the battlefield. The 'Mech replaces the 300 [[XL Engine]] with a 300 [[Light Fusion Engine]]. The 'Mech also removes all of its ranged weaponry and replaces it with seven [[ER Medium Laser]]s. When combined with the Hatchet, the 'Mech is a monster, both against [[Battle Armor]] and in an urban environment. BV (1.0) = 1252, BV (2.0) = 1,474<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 61</ref> *;NGS-6T : This variant of the ''Nightsky'' uses [[Triple Strength Myomer]] to maximize physical attack damage. It also uses one [[ER Medium Laser]] and a pair of [[ER Small Laser]]s. To make room for those weapons, it loses a pulse laser.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,430<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 80</ref> == Design Quirks == The ''Nightsky'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 93 Design Quirk Table - Nightsky Entry.</ref> * [[Modular Weapons|Modular Weapon (Hatchet)]] ==Notes== In German products the unit's proper name was altered to '''Nachtschatten''', which means ''Nightshade''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''NTS-4S'''. ==Gallery== <gallery> File:NS-Nihtskye.png|Original ''Nightsky'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]'' File:3055u Nightsky.JPG|''Nightsky'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]'' Image:CCG Mercenaries Nightsky.jpg|N6S-4S ''Nightsky'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' </gallery> ==References== <references /> ==Bibliography== *''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' *''[[Combat Operations]]'' *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]'' [[Category:Striker BattleMechs]] [[Category:Melee BattleMechs]] [[Category:Lyran Alliance BattleMechs]] [[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]] [[Category:German renamed units]]

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