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|name=''Preta''
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|name = ''Preta''
|manufacturer=[[Martinson Armaments]],<br> [[Gibson Federated BattleMechs - (Free Worlds Defense Industries)|Gibson Federated BattleMechs]]
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|manufacturer=[[Martinson Armaments]]
|model=C-PRT-O
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|production year=3069
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[[Gibson Federated BattleMechs - (Free Worlds Defense Industries)|Gibson Federated BattleMechs]]
|year reference=<ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3072'', p. 135</ref>
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|model = C-PRT-O
|cost= 10,503,800 C-bills
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|production year = 3069
|Tech Base=Inner Sphere
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|year reference = <ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3072'', p. 135</ref>
|mech type=OmniMech
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|cost = 10,503,800 [[C-bill]]s
|mass=45
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|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
|chassis=Celestial Series [[Endo Steel|PR1E]]
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|mech type = OmniMech
|armor=Durallex Divine Protector
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|mass = 45
|engine=GM 270 [[Light Engine|Light]]
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|chassis = [[Celestial Series PR1E]] [[endo steel]]
|comsys=[[Master's Voice Cel-Alpha]]
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|armor = [[Durallex Divine Protector]]
|T&T=[[Master's Sight 1-Omega]]
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|engine = [[GM 270 (Light Engine)|GM 270]] [[light engine]]
|heat sinks=10 [[Double heat sinks]]
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|comsys = [[Master's Voice Cel-Alpha]]
|speed=97
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|T&T = [[Master's Sight 1-Omega]]
|armament=
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|heat sinks = 10 [[Double heat sinks|double]]
* 1x [[Snub-nose PPC]]
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|speed = 97.2
* 1x [[Light PPC]]
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|armament =  
* 1x [[Retractable blade]]
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* 1x [[snub-nose PPC]]
* 1x [[Anti-missile system]]
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* 1x [[light PPC]]
|BV (2.0)= 1,067<ref name=TRO3075-74>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 74</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 138</ref>
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* 1x [[retractable blade]]
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* 1x [[anti-missile system]]
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|BV (1.0) = N/A
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|BV (2.0) = 1,067<ref name=TRO3075-74>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 74</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 138</ref>
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
The '''''Preta''''' (which means "ghost" in Hindi) is the second-lightest in the [[Word of Blake]]'s new [[Celestial series]] of [[OmniMech]]s, which are primarily piloted by [[Manei Domini]]. As with the other Celestials, the ''Preta'' was designed by Doctor [[Devon Cortland]]. Like the others, this [[BattleMech|'Mech]] is full of brand new, [[3069]]-era technology, featuring a [[C3i Computer]] and a [[small cockpit]]. It is built on a lightweight [[Endo Steel]] chassis and uses a [[light fusion engine]] for power. For protection, the ''Preta'' uses nine tons of standard armor.<ref name=TRO3075-74/>
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The '''''Preta''''' is the second-lightest in the [[Word of Blake]]'s new [[Celestial series]] of [[OmniMech]]s, which are primarily piloted by [[Manei Domini]]. As with the other Celestials, the ''Preta'' was designed by Doctor [[Devon Cortland]] and is full of brand new, [[3069]]-era technology, designed for use by these elite pilots. <ref name=TRO3075-74/>
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
The primary configuration, the Invictus, is armed with an incredibly accurate [[Retractable Blade]] for close combat. It also uses a [[Light PPC]] and a [[Snub-Nose PPC]] that deals more damage as the 'Mech closes with its opponent. The Invictus sports an [[anti-missile system]] for further defensive capabilities.<ref name=TRO3075-74/>
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As a high-tech 'Mech, the ''Preta'' features advanced new equipment such as a [[C3i computer]] and a [[small cockpit]]. It is built on a lightweight [[endo steel]] chassis and uses a [[light fusion engine]] for power, protected by nine tons of comparatively mundane [[standard armor]].
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The Primary Configuration, the ''Invictus'', is armed with an incredibly accurate [[retractable blade]] for close combat. It also uses a [[light PPC]] and a [[snub-nose PPC]] that deals more damage as the 'Mech closes with its opponent. The ''Invictus'' sports an [[anti-missile system]] for further defensive capabilities.<ref name=TRO3075-74/>
  
 
==Alternate Configurations==
 
==Alternate Configurations==
*;Alternate Configuration A (''Dominus'') : This configuration sports [[Improved Jump Jets]] that allow the ''Preta'' to jump up to 240 meters. Offensively, it uses two pairs of arm-mounted [[ER Medium Laser]]s guided by a [[Targeting Computer]]. An extra pair of heat sinks keeps the heat buildup nil. BV (2.0) = 1,302<ref name=3075-75>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 75</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 139</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration A (''Dominus'') : This configuration sports [[improved jump jet]]s that allow the ''Preta'' to jump up to 240 meters. Offensively, it uses two pairs of arm-mounted [[ER medium laser]]s guided by a [[targeting computer]]. An extra pair of [[double heat sink]]s keeps the heat buildup well under control. BV (2.0) = 1,302<ref name=3075-75>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 75</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 139</ref>
  
*;Alternate Configuration B (''Infernus'') : The ''Infernus'' variant is a mobile sniper and a capable light 'Mech killer. Six [[Jump Jet]]s catapult the 'Mech up to 180 meters at a leap. A [[Heavy PPC]] gives the ''Preta'' B a respectable punch. It is supplemented by an ER Medium Laser. BV (2.0) = 1,338<ref name=3075-75 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 140</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration B (''Infernus'') : The ''Infernus'' configuration is a mobile sniper and a capable light 'Mech killer. Six [[jump jet]]s catapult the 'Mech up to 180 meters at a leap. A [[heavy PPC]] gives the ''Preta'' B a respectable punch, supplemented by an [[ER medium laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,338<ref name=3075-75 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 140</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration C (''Comminus'') : The ''Preta'' C is a scout variant with its [[Beagle Active Probe]] and [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]]. A [[plasma rifle]] is effective against all types of units. In close, the ''Comminus'' variant can call upon an [[ER Small Laser]] and two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,187<ref name=3075-75 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 141</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration C (''Comminus'') : The ''Preta'' C is a scout variant with its [[Beagle active probe]] and [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]]. A [[plasma rifle]] is effective against all types of units, and while up close, the ''Comminus'' can call upon an [[ER small laser]] and two [[medium pulse laser]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,187<ref name=3075-75 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 141</ref>
  
*;Alternate Configuration D (''Luminos'') : This variant is a capable knife fighter. Six Jump Jets give it a maximum jumping distance of 180 meters. A Snub-Nose PPC deals damage at long range, but is more powerful up close. A pair of Medium Pulse Lasers are highly accurate, as are the twin [[Small Pulse Laser]]s that are so devastating against [[infantry]]. BV (2.0) = 1,158<ref name=3075-75 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 142</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration D (''Luminos'') : This configuration is a capable knife fighter. Six [[jump jet]]s give it a maximum jumping distance of 180 meters, allowing it to close distance over difficult terrain. A [[snub-nose PPC]] deals damage at long range, but is more powerful up close, while a pair of [[medium pulse laser]]s and [[small pulse laser]]s are highly accurate, enhancing close range firepower against both armored and soft targets. BV (2.0) = 1,158<ref name=3075-75 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 142</ref>
  
*;Alternate Configuration E (''Eminus'') : The ''Preta'' E utilizes an experimental [[Thunderbolt 15]], though it only has enough ammunition to fire four times. Nonetheless, [[CASE]] protects the ammo bin. A pair of ER Mediums provide respectable firepower, while a [[Rocket Launcher 10]] should make smaller enemies wary until it is expended. BV (2.0) = 1,211<ref name=3075-75 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 143</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration E (''Eminus'') : The ''Preta'' E utilizes an experimental [[Thunderbolt 15]], though it only has enough ammunition to fire four times. Nonetheless, [[CASE]] protects the ammo bin. A pair of [[ER medium laser]]s provide respectable firepower, while a [[RL-10]] should make smaller enemies wary until it is expended. BV (2.0) = 1,211<ref name=3075-75 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 143</ref>
  
*;Alternate Configuration S (''Caelestis'') : The ''Preta'' S uses experimental [[ER Medium Pulse Laser]]s and an [[ER Large Pulse Laser]] captured from Clan sources. It also carries six Jump Jets for additional mobility. BV (2.0) = 1,566<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 158</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 144</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration S (''Caelestis'') : The ''Preta'' S uses experimental [[ER medium pulse laser]]s and an [[ER large pulse laser]] captured from Clan sources. It also carries six [[jump jet]]s for additional mobility. BV (2.0) = 1,566<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 158</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 144</ref>
  
*;Alternate Configuration U (''Exanimus'') : The ''Exanimus'' configuration uses an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[Laser AMS]] to destroy incoming torpedoes. An ER Small Laser and Snub-Nose PPC provide ranged firepower, while a Retractable Blade can pierce enemy armor and flood it. Six [[UMU]]s allow the ''Preta'' U to move around underwater at a high speed. The configuration is also equipped with an [[Improved C3]] BV (2.0) = 1,055<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 71</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration U (''Exanimus'') : The ''Exanimus'' configuration uses an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[laser AMS]] to destroy incoming torpedoes. An [[ER small laser]] and [[snub-nose PPC]] provide ranged firepower, while a [[retractable blade]] can pierce enemy armor and flood it. Six [[UMU]]s allow the ''Preta'' U to move around underwater at a high speed. The configuration is also equipped with an [[improved C3]]. BV (2.0) = 1,055<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 71</ref>
  
 
===Custom Configurations===
 
===Custom Configurations===
*;<span id="Preta (Kendali)">''Preta'' Kendali</span> : The customized configuration of the [[Opacus Venatori]] member [[Demi-Precentor]] [[Kendali Morris]] mounts enough Improved Jump Jets to leap 240 meters; the 'Mech also is equipped with TAG and a [[Light PPC]] fitted with a [[PPC Capacitor|capacitor]] supported by a single [[Small Variable Speed Laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,020 <ref>''Starterbook: Wolf and Blake'', p. 41, 97.</ref>
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*; ''Preta'' Kendali : The customized configuration of the [[Opacus Venatori]] member [[Demi-Precentor]] [[Kendali Morris]] mounts enough [[improved jump jet]]s to leap 240 meters; the 'Mech also is equipped with [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] and a [[light PPC]] fitted with a [[PPC capacitor]] supported by a single [[small variable speed pulse laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,020 <ref>''Starterbook: Wolf and Blake'', p. 41, 97.</ref>
  
 
==Design Quirks==
 
==Design Quirks==
The ''Preta'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Preta Entry.</ref>
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The ''Preta'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Preta Entry.</ref>
 
* [[Improved Communications]]  
 
* [[Improved Communications]]  
* [[Improved Sensors]]
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* [[Improved Sensors (Design Quirk)|Improved Sensors]]
 
* [[Bad Reputation]]
 
* [[Bad Reputation]]
 
* [[Exposed Actuators]]
 
* [[Exposed Actuators]]
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==Notes==
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* Preta translates "ghost" in Hindi.
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==

Revision as of 09:27, 6 October 2022

Preta
Preta
Production information
Manufacturer Martinson Armaments

Gibson Federated BattleMechs

Production Year 3069[1]
Model C-PRT-O
Class Medium
Cost 10,503,800 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Inner Sphere OmniMech
Mass 45 tons
Chassis Celestial Series PR1E endo steel
Armor Durallex Divine Protector
Engine GM 270 light engine
Communications System Master's Voice Cel-Alpha
Targeting Tracking System Master's Sight 1-Omega
Heat Sinks 10 double
Speed 97.2 km/h
Armament
BV (1.0) N/A
BV (2.0) 1,067[2][3]


Description

The Preta is the second-lightest in the Word of Blake's new Celestial series of OmniMechs, which are primarily piloted by Manei Domini. As with the other Celestials, the Preta was designed by Doctor Devon Cortland and is full of brand new, 3069-era technology, designed for use by these elite pilots. [2]

Weapons and Equipment

As a high-tech 'Mech, the Preta features advanced new equipment such as a C3i computer and a small cockpit. It is built on a lightweight endo steel chassis and uses a light fusion engine for power, protected by nine tons of comparatively mundane standard armor.

The Primary Configuration, the Invictus, is armed with an incredibly accurate retractable blade for close combat. It also uses a light PPC and a snub-nose PPC that deals more damage as the 'Mech closes with its opponent. The Invictus sports an anti-missile system for further defensive capabilities.[2]

Alternate Configurations

  • Alternate Configuration B (Infernus
    The Infernus configuration is a mobile sniper and a capable light 'Mech killer. Six jump jets catapult the 'Mech up to 180 meters at a leap. A heavy PPC gives the Preta B a respectable punch, supplemented by an ER medium laser. BV (2.0) = 1,338[4][6]
  • Alternate Configuration D (Luminos
    This configuration is a capable knife fighter. Six jump jets give it a maximum jumping distance of 180 meters, allowing it to close distance over difficult terrain. A snub-nose PPC deals damage at long range, but is more powerful up close, while a pair of medium pulse lasers and small pulse lasers are highly accurate, enhancing close range firepower against both armored and soft targets. BV (2.0) = 1,158[4][8]
  • Alternate Configuration E (Eminus
    The Preta E utilizes an experimental Thunderbolt 15, though it only has enough ammunition to fire four times. Nonetheless, CASE protects the ammo bin. A pair of ER medium lasers provide respectable firepower, while a RL-10 should make smaller enemies wary until it is expended. BV (2.0) = 1,211[4][9]

Custom Configurations

Design Quirks

The Preta is subject to the following Design Quirks:[14]

Notes

  • Preta translates "ghost" in Hindi.

Gallery

References

  1. Jihad Hot Spots: 3072, p. 135
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 Technical Readout: 3075, p. 74
  3. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 138
  4. 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 Technical Readout: 3075, p. 75
  5. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 139
  6. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 140
  7. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 141
  8. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 142
  9. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 143
  10. Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents, p. 158
  11. Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 144
  12. Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New, p. 71
  13. Starterbook: Wolf and Blake, p. 41, 97.
  14. BattleMech Manual, p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Preta Entry.

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