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| − | |image=3055u_Nightsky.JPG | + | |image = 3055u_Nightsky.JPG |
| − | |name=''Nightsky'' | + | |name = ''Nightsky'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Defiance Industries]] | + | |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 | + | |model = NGS-4S |
| − | |cost= 9,420,000 C- | + | |cost = 9,420,000 [[C-bill]]s |
| − | |Tech Base=Inner Sphere | + | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |
| − | |mech type=BattleMech | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |feet=biped | + | |feet = biped |
| − | |mass=50 | + | |mass = 50 |
| − | |chassis=Dorwinion | + | |chassis = [[Dorwinion Standard]] |
| − | |armor=Kallon Royalstar | + | |armor = [[Kallon Royalstar]] |
| − | |engine=[[Vlar 300 XL]] | + | |engine = [[Vlar 300 XL]] |
| − | |comsys=[[TharHes Calliope Hm10]] | + | |comsys = [[TharHes Calliope Hm10]] |
| − | |T&T=[[TharHes Ares-8a]] | + | |T&T = [[TharHes Ares-8a]] |
| − | |heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat Sinks]] | + | |heat sinks = 12 [[Double Heat Sinks|double]] |
| − | |speed=97.2 | + | |speed = 97.2 |
| − | |jumpjets=[[HildCo Model 13]] | + | |jumpjets = [[HildCo Model 13]] |
| − | |armament= | + | |armament = |
| − | *1x [[ | + | * 1x [[large pulse laser]] |
| − | *2x [[ | + | * 2x [[medium pulse laser]]s |
| − | *1x [[ | + | * 1x [[small pulse laser]] |
| − | *1x [[ | + | * 1x [[hatchet]] |
| − | |BV (1.0)=1,029<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 132</ref> | + | |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> | + | |BV (2.0) = 1,159<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 57</ref> |
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Nightsky''''' was built as a | + | The '''''Nightsky''''' was built as a follow up to the ''[[Hatchetman]]'' and ''[[Axman]]'' '[[Mech]]s. |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Nightsky'' is built with a powerful close range arsenal. The centerpiece of this is a massive four-ton [[ | + | The ''Nightsky'' is built around a massive [[Vlar 300 XL]] [[extralight engine]] that propels the 'Mech up to speeds of 97.2 km/h. 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 180 meters, making 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> |
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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 | + | *; 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]] and an [[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 | + | *; 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. 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 [[ | + | *; 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. 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 [[ | + | *; 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. 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 | + | *; 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> |
== Design Quirks == | == Design Quirks == | ||
| − | The ''Nightsky'' | + | The ''Nightsky'' is subject to 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)]] | ||
Revision as of 10:48, 30 September 2022
| Nightsky | |
| Nightsky | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Defiance Industries |
| Production Year | 3053[1] |
| Model | NGS-4S |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 9,420,000 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 50 tons |
| Chassis | Dorwinion Standard |
| Armor | Kallon Royalstar |
| Engine | Vlar 300 XL |
| Communications System | TharHes Calliope Hm10 |
| Targeting Tracking System | TharHes Ares-8a |
| Heat Sinks | 12 double |
| Speed | 97.2 km/h |
| Jump Jets | HildCo Model 13 |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,029[2] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,159[3] |
Contents
Description
The Nightsky was built as a follow up to the Hatchetman and Axman 'Mechs.
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. With a superb ground speed and added maneuverability provided by six HildCo Model 13 jump jets that allow the Nightsky to jump up to 180 meters, making 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.[4]
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 large pulse laser for medium to long range firepower, supported by two Sutel Precision Line medium pulse lasers and a Sutel Precision Line small pulse laser for close range support.[4]
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 and an 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[2], BV (2.0) = 1,287[5]
- 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 sinks. BV (1.0) = 904[2][6], BV (2.0) = 1,045[7]
- 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. BV (1.0) = 1,175[2][8], BV (2.0) = 1,356[9]
- 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 lasers. 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[10]
- 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 lasers. To make room for those weapons, it loses a medium pulse laser.[11] BV (2.0) = 1,430[12]
Design Quirks
The Nightsky is subject to the following Design Quirk:[13]
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
- NS-Nihtskye.png
Original Nightsky from TRO:3055
- 3055u Nightsky.JPG
Nightsky from TRO:3055 Upgrade
N6S-4S Nightsky in battle from CCG
References
- ↑ MUL online date for the Nightsky
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Combat Operations, p. 132
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 57
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p. 40, "Nightsky Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 58
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 145
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 59
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 146
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 60
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 61
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 190
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New, p. 80
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 93 Design Quirk Table - Nightsky Entry.
Bibliography
- BattleMech Manual
- Combat Operations
- Master Unit List: Battle Values
- Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade
- Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged
- Record Sheets: 3055/3058
- Record Sheets: 3060
- Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New
- Technical Readout: 3055
- Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade
- Technical Readout: 3085