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| manufacturer = [[Wakazashi Enterprises]] | | manufacturer = [[Wakazashi Enterprises]] | ||
| model = ON-1 | | model = ON-1 | ||
| − | | Class = Medium | + | | Class = Medium Aerospace Fighter |
| Tech Base = [[Star League]] | | Tech Base = [[Star League]] | ||
| Introduced = [[3064]] | | Introduced = [[3064]] | ||
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| frame = [[Wakazashi V-On]] | | frame = [[Wakazashi V-On]] | ||
| power plant = [[Shinobi 275]] | | power plant = [[Shinobi 275]] | ||
| − | | armament = 1x [[MRM-30]] | + | | armament = |
| + | * 1x [[MRM-30]] | ||
| + | * 1x [[ER small laser]] | ||
| + | * 2x [[ER large laser]]s | ||
| communications system = [[Garret T22]] | | communications system = [[Garret T22]] | ||
| tracking & targeting system = [[Neko Megane 6]] | | tracking & targeting system = [[Neko Megane 6]] | ||
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The first new post–[[Clan Invasion]] [[aerospace fighter]] developed in the [[Draconis Combine]], the '''''Oni''''' (Japanese for Demon) is a heavily armored medium-ranged craft. | The first new post–[[Clan Invasion]] [[aerospace fighter]] developed in the [[Draconis Combine]], the '''''Oni''''' (Japanese for Demon) is a heavily armored medium-ranged craft. | ||
| − | The desperation of the [[Clan]] invasion years forced the Combine to quickly upgrade its forces | + | The desperation of the [[Clan]] invasion years forced the Combine to quickly upgrade its forces. After the production site of Combine's pride and joy, the new-tech ''[[Sai]]'', was captured by [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]], they focused primarily upon fielding advanced refits of its existing venerable fighter designs. With fighter design lagging behind new [[BattleMech]]s, it was only after the development of the Omni-Conversion S-7 model of the ''Sai'' and the ''[[Tatsu]]'' [[OmniFighter]]s that Wakazashi could look towards developing a new non-OmniFighter. However their efforts were delayed yet further thanks to the [[FedCom Civil War]] and [[Combine-Ghost Bear War]], and as such the ''Oni'' didn't make its first flight until [[3066]]. |
| − | Slightly less maneuverable than its lighter sibling because its use of a heavier but less costly standard [[fusion engine]], the ''Oni'' has a similar level of armor protection thanks to six tons of advanced [[Chatham "Bakemono"]] [[ferro-aluminum]] plating and superior heat dissipation thanks to its | + | Slightly less maneuverable than its lighter sibling because its use of a heavier but less costly standard [[fusion engine]], the ''Oni'' has a similar level of armor protection thanks to six tons of advanced [[Chatham "Bakemono"]] [[ferro-aluminum]] plating and superior heat dissipation thanks to its 13 [[double heat sink]]s. The ''Oni'' has been well received by the [[DCMS]], who appreciate its combination of resilience and hard-hitting firepower. Only its poor endurance has drawn criticism, though this merely limits the missions appropriate to the design.<ref name=TRO3067>''Technical Readout: 3067'', pp. 146-147, "Oni Fighter Profile"</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | Building upon the S-7 ''Sai''s loadout, the ''Oni'' carries a nose-mounted [[Shigunga (MRM30)|Shigunga]] [[MRM-30]] capable unleashing a withering volume of fire at medium range, supported by a [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam]] [[ER small laser]]. The remaining longer ranged weapons consist of a pair of [[Diverse Optics Type 30X]] [[ER large laser]]s mounted one per wings. Two tons of missile reloads is more than adequate given the fuel-capacity and combat range of the fighter.<ref name=TRO3067/> | + | Building upon the S-7 ''Sai''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s loadout, the ''Oni'' carries a nose-mounted [[Shigunga (MRM30)|Shigunga]] [[MRM-30]] capable unleashing a withering volume of fire at medium range, supported by a [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam]] [[ER small laser]]. The remaining longer ranged weapons consist of a pair of [[Diverse Optics Type 30X]] [[ER large laser]]s mounted one per wings. Two tons of missile reloads is more than adequate given the fuel-capacity and combat range of the fighter.<ref name=TRO3067/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;ON-2 : This version of the ''Oni'' is equipped with a nose-mounted [[MRM-40]] with an [[Apollo FCS]] | + | *;ON-2 : This version of the ''Oni'' is equipped with a nose-mounted [[MRM-40]] with an [[Apollo FCS]] while each wing carries a trio of [[ER medium laser]]s. A [[Guardian ECM Suite]] is also fitted to disrupt enemy communications and targeting networks. BV (2.0) = 1,597<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 257</ref> |
| − | *;ON-2X : A [[Jihad]]-era variant which utilizes [[Experimental Technology|experimental technology by Wakazashi Enterprises. The Combine's leaders used stolen [[Capellan]] technology acquired through the [[Word of Blake|Blakists]] to give the ''Oni'' eight and half tons of [[vehicular stealth armor]]. To make the armor's stealth capacity function, engineers, led by [[Russell Honda]], added the experimental [[Angel ECM Suite]]. Its [[MRM-30]] launcher has been fitted with an [[Apollo Fire Control System]], to allow the normally unguided weapons to hit with more accuracy. The craft's two [[ER large laser]]s have been swapped out for a nose-mounted [[Binary Laser Cannon]] | + | *;ON-2X : A [[Jihad]]-era variant which utilizes [[Experimental Technology|experimental technology]] by Wakazashi Enterprises. The Combine's leaders used stolen [[Capellan]] technology acquired through the [[Word of Blake|Blakists]] to give the ''Oni'' eight and half tons of [[vehicular stealth armor]]. To make the armor's stealth capacity function, engineers, led by [[Russell Honda]], added the experimental [[Angel ECM Suite]]. Its [[MRM-30]] launcher has been fitted with an [[Apollo Fire Control System]], to allow the normally unguided weapons to hit with more accuracy. The craft's two [[ER large laser]]s have been swapped out for a nose-mounted [[Binary Laser Cannon]], the wing lasers have been replaced with [[ER medium laser]]s, and the aft is a protected by a [[medium pulse laser]]. To increase the craft's survivability against missile attacks, an experimental [[Laser AMS]] is mounted in the nose alongside the weapons there. For pilots to adjust their additional energy weapons fire, engineers increased the number of [[double heat sink]]s mounted to 15. BV (1.0) = ????, BV (2.0) = 1,733<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Kurita'', p. 11, 23, "ON-2X Oni" - Experimental ''Oni'' with stats and fluff.</ref> |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
Revision as of 14:42, 6 August 2022
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| Oni | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Wakazashi Enterprises |
| Production Year | 3066[1] |
| Model | ON-1 |
| Class | Medium Aerospace Fighter |
| Tech Base | Star League |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 55 |
| Structural Integrity | |
| Frame | Wakazashi V-On |
| Power Plant | Shinobi 275 |
| Fuel | |
| Armament |
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| Communications System | Garret T22 |
| Tracking & Targeting System | Neko Megane 6 |
| Heat Sinks | 13 double heat sinks |
| BV (1.0) | 1,144[2] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,350[3] |
Description
The first new post–Clan Invasion aerospace fighter developed in the Draconis Combine, the Oni (Japanese for Demon) is a heavily armored medium-ranged craft.
The desperation of the Clan invasion years forced the Combine to quickly upgrade its forces. After the production site of Combine's pride and joy, the new-tech Sai, was captured by Clan Smoke Jaguar, they focused primarily upon fielding advanced refits of its existing venerable fighter designs. With fighter design lagging behind new BattleMechs, it was only after the development of the Omni-Conversion S-7 model of the Sai and the Tatsu OmniFighters that Wakazashi could look towards developing a new non-OmniFighter. However their efforts were delayed yet further thanks to the FedCom Civil War and Combine-Ghost Bear War, and as such the Oni didn't make its first flight until 3066.
Slightly less maneuverable than its lighter sibling because its use of a heavier but less costly standard fusion engine, the Oni has a similar level of armor protection thanks to six tons of advanced Chatham "Bakemono" ferro-aluminum plating and superior heat dissipation thanks to its 13 double heat sinks. The Oni has been well received by the DCMS, who appreciate its combination of resilience and hard-hitting firepower. Only its poor endurance has drawn criticism, though this merely limits the missions appropriate to the design.[4]
Weapons and Equipment
Building upon the S-7 Sai's loadout, the Oni carries a nose-mounted Shigunga MRM-30 capable unleashing a withering volume of fire at medium range, supported by a Diverse Optics Sunbeam ER small laser. The remaining longer ranged weapons consist of a pair of Diverse Optics Type 30X ER large lasers mounted one per wings. Two tons of missile reloads is more than adequate given the fuel-capacity and combat range of the fighter.[4]
Variants
- ON-2
- This version of the Oni is equipped with a nose-mounted MRM-40 with an Apollo FCS while each wing carries a trio of ER medium lasers. A Guardian ECM Suite is also fitted to disrupt enemy communications and targeting networks. BV (2.0) = 1,597[5]
- ON-2X
- A Jihad-era variant which utilizes experimental technology by Wakazashi Enterprises. The Combine's leaders used stolen Capellan technology acquired through the Blakists to give the Oni eight and half tons of vehicular stealth armor. To make the armor's stealth capacity function, engineers, led by Russell Honda, added the experimental Angel ECM Suite. Its MRM-30 launcher has been fitted with an Apollo Fire Control System, to allow the normally unguided weapons to hit with more accuracy. The craft's two ER large lasers have been swapped out for a nose-mounted Binary Laser Cannon, the wing lasers have been replaced with ER medium lasers, and the aft is a protected by a medium pulse laser. To increase the craft's survivability against missile attacks, an experimental Laser AMS is mounted in the nose alongside the weapons there. For pilots to adjust their additional energy weapons fire, engineers increased the number of double heat sinks mounted to 15. BV (1.0) = ????, BV (2.0) = 1,733[6]
Gallery
Original Oni from TRO:3067
References
- ↑ MUL online date for the Oni (Aerospace Fighter class)
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 96
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 256
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Technical Readout: 3067, pp. 146-147, "Oni Fighter Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 257
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Kurita, p. 11, 23, "ON-2X Oni" - Experimental Oni with stats and fluff.