Poseidon (BattleMech)

Poseidon
Production information
Manufacturer	Rhodes Foundry
Model	PSD-V2
Class	Superheavy
Technical specifications
Mass	125 tons
Chassis	Rhodes-P Endo Steel
Armor	Maximillian 320 with CASE II
Engine	PlasmaStar 375 XL
Communications System	Titan’s Shout Mk. IVA
Targeting Tracking System	Titan’s Vantage Mk. II and Apollo FCS
Heat Sinks	20 Double Heat Sinks
Speed	54 km/h
Armament	Main Weaponry 2 x Clan ER PPCs 1 x MRM 20 1 x TSEMP 2 x LRM 5s 2 x Clan ER Medium Lasers 3 x Clan ER Small Lasers 3 x SRM 2s 6 x A-Pods
BV (2.0)	3,760

Description

The Poseidon was a Superheavy Tripod Class BattleMech produced originally secret by the Republic of the Sphere. Designed with know-how done through experimentation undertaken by the Republic during the early 31st Century, Poseidon's development was spurring on due to of the events of Gray Monday which lead to widespread warfare. Its development among other secret weapons development was put under the name, Rhodes Project.

Two of the initial prototypes of the Poseidon saw combat during the Senate's Rebellion in 3135 on Terra. The Poseidon's prototypes were able engage rebel forces their Serbian Proving Grounds in Asia and fend them off. The engagements help work out the development problems in the 'Mechs, leading to the V2 design.

The Poseidon being the basis what would become the Ares Omni Superheavy tripod. The 'Mech would be placed into production then unknown factory on Devil's Rock called Rhodes Foundry. It would be deployed during the Fortress Republic time period to the Republic's most reliable regiments, only to be deployed in defensive roles as of 3145.

Weapons and Equipment

Originally based loosely on the Orca Superheavy BattleMech, the Poseidon was first of its kind using three legs instead of the commonly found bipedal and quad designs. Commonly known as a Superheavy Tripod or because its immense size as "Colossal", the Poseidon's method of motion gains advantage over commonly used ones, allowing it to change direction without losing speed. Faster than many it size class, its powerful PlasmaStar 375-rated Extra-Light Engine and sturdy Endo-steel construction allows the 'Mech to move and being carry ponderous amount of weaponry. Its hull is protected by 24 tons of Maximillian 320 standard armor, giving its take immense amount of damage before succumbing battle damage. The 3-Man Cockpit used in the Superheavy Tripod designs allows the 'Mech act as a command unit and be able to target multiple enemies with less of penalty. This is due the Poseidon's command responsibilities being split between dedicate pilot, gunner and technician/engineer.

Its long-range arsenal includes pair of Clan-grade ER PPCs mounted in the left armor actuator. Pair of 5-tube Long-Range Missile launchers backs up the 'Mech energy weapons in each of its side torsos. Poseidon's intermediate weaponry includes an Apollo Guided 20-tube Medium Missile Launcher and a TSEMP Cannon both found in the right arm.

Its short range weaponry includes; A pair of side-torso Clan ER Medium Lasers, three Clans ER Small Lasers, and three 2-tubed SRM launchers. Help cope with infantry attacks, each of its three legs has a pair of A-Pods. All of the 'Mech's missile ammunition is protected by CASE II found each of the 'Mech side torsos.

Variants

PSD-X1; The original prototype of the Poseidon, unlike other Superheavy Tripods, had a one-man cockpit. The initial prototypes suffered from faulty fire control systems. Only two were known to be made.

Notes

As of this writing, there is no published record sheet or details on the PSD-X1's stats.

The Poseidon was original conceived by Wizkids' MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures game as a part of its Battleforce expansion set. It was originally known as the Ares 'Poseidon' when it was introduced to Wizkid's game. The figure would be used as a unique BattleMech in the CGC game. The 'Mech would be later adapted by Catalyst Game Labs and redefined in the tabletop game once the company advanced the franchise's timeline to 3145.

Design Quirks

The Poseidon has the following Design Quirks

Command BattleMech

Distracting

Searchlight

Gallery

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  WizKids' Ares "Poseidon" Figure

Bibliography

• Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged
• Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere
• Technical Readout: 3145