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The '''Poseidon''' was a [[Superheavy BattleMech|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. | The '''Poseidon''' was a [[Superheavy BattleMech|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_Alliance#Rebellion|Senate's Rebellion]] in [[3135]] on [[Terra]].<ref>''Era Report: 3145'', pp. 15 & 18 Vultures Circling/Timeline - Senate rebellion and some details of the conflict.</ref> The Poseidon's prototypes were able engage rebel forces their Serbian Proving Grounds in Asia and fend them off. The engagements | + | Two of the initial prototypes of the Poseidon saw combat during the [[Senate_Alliance#Rebellion|Senate's Rebellion]] in [[3135]] on [[Terra]].<ref>''Era Report: 3145'', pp. 15 & 18 Vultures Circling/Timeline - Senate rebellion and some details of the conflict.</ref> The Poseidon's prototypes were able to engage rebel forces at their Serbian Proving Grounds in Asia and fend them off. The engagements helped to work out the development problems in the 'Mech, leading to the V2 design. |
| − | The Poseidon being the basis what would become the ''[[Ares (BattleMech)|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]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', pp. 44-45, 126 Poseidon - Background.</ref> | + | The ''Poseidon'' being the basis what would become the ''[[Ares (BattleMech)|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]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', pp. 44-45, 126 Poseidon - Background.</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==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 | + | 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 of its immense size as "Colossal", the ''Poseidon''s method of motion gains advantage over more commonly used ones, allowing it to change direction without losing speed. Faster than many in its 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, allowing it to absorb an immense amount of damage before succumbing to enemy fire. The 3-Man Cockpit used in the Superheavy Tripod designs allows the 'Mech to act as a command unit and be able to target multiple enemies with less of a penalty. This is due to the ''Poseidon'''s command responsibilities being split between a dedicated 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 long-range arsenal includes a pair of Clan-grade ER PPCs mounted in the left armor actuator. Pair of 5-tube Long-Range Missile launchers backs up the 'Mech's energy weapons in each of its side torsos. The ''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 | + | Its short range weaponry includes; A pair of side-torso Clan ER Medium Lasers, three Clan ER Small Lasers, and three 2-tubed SRM launchers. To 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 in each of the 'Mech side torsos.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', pp. 44-45, 126 Poseidon - Stats and capacities of the 'Mech.</ref> |
==Variants== | ==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.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', p. 44 Poseidon - Stats.</ref> | + | :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.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere'', p. 44 Poseidon - Stats.</ref> |
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
As of this writing, there is no published record sheet or details on the PSD-X1's stats. | As of this writing, there is no published record sheet or details on the PSD-X1's stats. | ||
| − | The Poseidon was | + | The ''Poseidon'' was originally conceived by [[Wizkids]]' [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|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=== | ===Design Quirks=== | ||
| − | The Poseidon has the following [[Design Quirks]] | + | The ''Poseidon'' has the following [[Design Quirks]] |
:[[Command BattleMech]] | :[[Command BattleMech]] | ||
:[[Distracting]] | :[[Distracting]] | ||
Revision as of 08:50, 3 January 2014
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| Poseidon | |
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| 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
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| BV (2.0) | 3,760[1][2] |
Contents
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.[3] The Poseidon's prototypes were able to engage rebel forces at their Serbian Proving Grounds in Asia and fend them off. The engagements helped to work out the development problems in the 'Mech, 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.[4]
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 of its immense size as "Colossal", the Poseidons method of motion gains advantage over more commonly used ones, allowing it to change direction without losing speed. Faster than many in its 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, allowing it to absorb an immense amount of damage before succumbing to enemy fire. The 3-Man Cockpit used in the Superheavy Tripod designs allows the 'Mech to act as a command unit and be able to target multiple enemies with less of a penalty. This is due to the Poseidon's command responsibilities being split between a dedicated pilot, gunner and technician/engineer.
Its long-range arsenal includes a pair of Clan-grade ER PPCs mounted in the left armor actuator. Pair of 5-tube Long-Range Missile launchers backs up the 'Mech's energy weapons in each of its side torsos. The 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 Clan ER Small Lasers, and three 2-tubed SRM launchers. To 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 in each of the 'Mech side torsos.[5]
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.[6]
Notes
As of this writing, there is no published record sheet or details on the PSD-X1's stats.
The Poseidon was originally 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
Gallery
WizKids' Ares "Poseidon" Figure
References
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere, pp. 44-45, 126 Poseidon - BV2.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 396
- ↑ Era Report: 3145, pp. 15 & 18 Vultures Circling/Timeline - Senate rebellion and some details of the conflict.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere, pp. 44-45, 126 Poseidon - Background.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere, pp. 44-45, 126 Poseidon - Stats and capacities of the 'Mech.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Republic of the Sphere, p. 44 Poseidon - Stats.