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| name = TechManual | | name = TechManual | ||
| + | | product development = [[Herbert A. Beas II]] | ||
| + | | primary writing = [[Herbert A. Beas II]] <br /> [[Ken Horner]] <br /> [[Nick Marsala]] <br /> [[David L. McCulloch]] <br /> [[Mike Miller]] <br /> [[Joel Steverson]] <br /> [[Andreas Zuber]] | ||
| + | | illustrations = [[Doug Chaffee]] <br /> [[Mike Jackson]] <br /> [[Chris Lewis]] <br /> [[Duane Loose]] <br /> [[Matthew Plog|Matt Plog]] <br /> [[Klaus Scherwinski]] <br /> [[Franz Vohwinkel]] | ||
| + | | cover = [[Franz Vohwinkel]] | ||
| + | | type = Rule Book | ||
| publisher = [[Catalyst Game Labs]] | | publisher = [[Catalyst Game Labs]] | ||
| year = 2007 | | year = 2007 | ||
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| pages = 352 | | pages = 352 | ||
| + | | production code = [http://classicbattletech.com/index.php?action=products&mode=full&id=221 35002] | ||
| + | | ISBN = 0979204720 | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | '''''TechManual''''' is the second core book in the rebranded [[Classic BattleTech]] line. This particular book provides all of the construction rules for tournament-legal units that were presented in ''[[Total Warfare]]''. In addition, ''TechManual'' introduced the updated [[Battle Value]] system | + | '''''TechManual''''' is the second core book in the rebranded [[Classic BattleTech]] line. This particular book provides all of the construction rules for tournament-legal units that were presented in ''[[Total Warfare]]''. In addition, ''TechManual'' introduced the updated [[Battle Value]] system—branded "BV 2.0" by fans. ''TechManual'' also provides fictional descriptions of the various units that it provides game statistics for, as well as for the weapons and equipment they use, including long-awaited dates of introduction. Similar to ''Total Warfare'', each section of game data is preceded by a fictional introduction, though ''TechManual'''s fiction is of a technical nature. Finally, ''TechManual'' contains blank record sheets for all the units it covers and tables for the weapons and equipment contained therein. |
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| − | ==From the | + | ==From the back cover== |
| − | {{quote|'' | + | {{quote|''How does a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] interface with a [[BattleMech]]? How does a [[ProtoMech]] really work? When was the [[Gauss rifle]] or the [[Particle Projector Cannon]] developed? Or how can I just make my own, cool and unique BattleMech design? If you’ve ever been plagued by these questions, then get on your coveralls and make sure you’ve got your [[astech]] certification, because you’re about to dive into [[BattleTech]] construction!'' |
| − | + | ''A companion volume to ''[[Total Warfare]]'', the Classic BattleTech ''TechManual'' combines all the construction rules for the various units presented in that core rules set. Streamlined and updated, it contains all the core weaponry and equipment from previous rules set, as well as the newest, bleeding edge technologies. More than just a rulebook, however, the ''TechManual'' presents numerous sourcebook-style treatises, providing the in-universe context for these units and the technologies of their development. A must have resource for any BattleTech aficionado!''}} | |
| − | + | ==Contents== | |
| + | * Introduction | ||
| + | * Construction Basics | ||
| + | * [[BattleMech]] Construction | ||
| + | * [[IndustrialMech]] Construction | ||
| + | * [[ProtoMech]] Construction | ||
| + | * [[Combat Vehicle]] Construction | ||
| + | * [[Support Vehicle]] Construction | ||
| + | * Conventional [[Infantry]] Platoon Construction | ||
| + | * [[Battle Armor]] Construction | ||
| + | * [[Aerospace Fighter|Aerospace Unit]] Construction | ||
| + | * Weapons and Heavy Equipment | ||
| + | ** Heavy Equipment | ||
| + | ** Industrial Equipment | ||
| + | ** Battle Armor Equipment | ||
| + | ** Conventional Infantry Equipment | ||
| − | + | * Costs and Availability | |
| − | * | + | ** Basic Cost Calculations |
| − | * | + | ** Availability |
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| − | * | + | * [[Battle Value]]s |
| − | * | + | * Index |
| − | + | * Record Sheets | |
| − | + | * Tables | |
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| − | *Index | ||
| − | *Record Sheets | ||
| − | *Tables | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | *Like ''[[Total Warfare]]'', most of the artwork in the book | + | * Like ''[[Total Warfare]]'', most of the artwork in the book are pictures of painted miniatures. |
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[[Category:Books]] | [[Category:Books]] | ||
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Revision as of 22:33, 1 December 2008
Description
TechManual is the second core book in the rebranded Classic BattleTech line. This particular book provides all of the construction rules for tournament-legal units that were presented in Total Warfare. In addition, TechManual introduced the updated Battle Value system—branded "BV 2.0" by fans. TechManual also provides fictional descriptions of the various units that it provides game statistics for, as well as for the weapons and equipment they use, including long-awaited dates of introduction. Similar to Total Warfare, each section of game data is preceded by a fictional introduction, though TechManual's fiction is of a technical nature. Finally, TechManual contains blank record sheets for all the units it covers and tables for the weapons and equipment contained therein.
From the back cover
| “ | How does a MechWarrior interface with a BattleMech? How does a ProtoMech really work? When was the Gauss rifle or the Particle Projector Cannon developed? Or how can I just make my own, cool and unique BattleMech design? If you’ve ever been plagued by these questions, then get on your coveralls and make sure you’ve got your astech certification, because you’re about to dive into BattleTech construction!
A companion volume to Total Warfare, the Classic BattleTech TechManual combines all the construction rules for the various units presented in that core rules set. Streamlined and updated, it contains all the core weaponry and equipment from previous rules set, as well as the newest, bleeding edge technologies. More than just a rulebook, however, the TechManual presents numerous sourcebook-style treatises, providing the in-universe context for these units and the technologies of their development. A must have resource for any BattleTech aficionado! |
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Contents
- Introduction
- Construction Basics
- BattleMech Construction
- IndustrialMech Construction
- ProtoMech Construction
- Combat Vehicle Construction
- Support Vehicle Construction
- Conventional Infantry Platoon Construction
- Battle Armor Construction
- Aerospace Unit Construction
- Weapons and Heavy Equipment
- Heavy Equipment
- Industrial Equipment
- Battle Armor Equipment
- Conventional Infantry Equipment
- Costs and Availability
- Basic Cost Calculations
- Availability
- Battle Values
- Index
- Record Sheets
- Tables
Notes
- Like Total Warfare, most of the artwork in the book are pictures of painted miniatures.