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{{InfoBoxProtoMech | {{InfoBoxProtoMech | ||
|image=Basilisk.jpg | |image=Basilisk.jpg | ||
| − | |name=Basilisk | + | |name=''Basilisk'' |
|manufacturer=Clan Cloud Cobra [[Complex H-6]] | |manufacturer=Clan Cloud Cobra [[Complex H-6]] | ||
|Tech Base= Clan | |Tech Base= Clan | ||
| − | |Introduced= | + | |Introduced= |
|mass=7 | |mass=7 | ||
|chassis=Standard | |chassis=Standard | ||
| + | | comsys = | ||
| + | | T&T = | ||
|armor=Standard | |armor=Standard | ||
|engine=45 | |engine=45 | ||
|speed=64 | |speed=64 | ||
| − | |armament=1x [[ER Medium Laser]] | + | |armament= <span></span> |
| − | |BV (2.0)= 319<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075, p. 161''</ref> | + | * 1x [[ER Medium Laser]] |
| + | * 1x [[LRM]]-3 | ||
| + | |BV (2.0)= 319<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075, p. 161''</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 524</ref> | ||
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The '''''Basilisk''''' ProtoMech was designed and built by [[Clan Cloud Cobra]] to support their [[Elemental]] and [[OmniMech]] forces. Unlike most second generation Protos, the ''Basilisk'' has a relatively low top speed. This allows it to keep pace with larger 'Mechs and move faster than standard battle armor units. The smaller engine also allows more weight for armor, which is good because the slow top speed means a ''Basilisk'' will spend more time under enemy guns as it closes the range.<ref name=TRO3075-160>''Technical Readout: 3075, p. 160''</ref> | The '''''Basilisk''''' ProtoMech was designed and built by [[Clan Cloud Cobra]] to support their [[Elemental]] and [[OmniMech]] forces. Unlike most second generation Protos, the ''Basilisk'' has a relatively low top speed. This allows it to keep pace with larger 'Mechs and move faster than standard battle armor units. The smaller engine also allows more weight for armor, which is good because the slow top speed means a ''Basilisk'' will spend more time under enemy guns as it closes the range.<ref name=TRO3075-160>''Technical Readout: 3075, p. 160''</ref> | ||
| − | == | + | ==Weapons and Equipment== |
| − | The ''Basilisk'' mounts a 'Mech sized [[ER Medium Laser]]. This powerful weapon makes a Point of ''Basilisks'' a threat that cannot be ignored. Paired with the laser is a three tube LRM launcher used to soften up targets as the ''Basilisk'' unit closes. The only problem with this is the severely limited ammunition supply. With only a pair of reloads for the LRM launcher, a ''Basilisk'' pilot can find himself at the mercy of enemies with long-range weapons.<ref name=TRO3075-160/> | + | The ''Basilisk'' mounts a 'Mech sized [[ER Medium Laser]]. This powerful weapon makes a Point of ''Basilisks'' a threat that cannot be ignored. Paired with the laser is a three tube LRM launcher used to soften up targets as the ''Basilisk'' unit closes. The only problem with this is the severely limited ammunition supply. With only a pair of reloads for the LRM launcher, a ''Basilisk'' pilot can find himself at the mercy of enemies with long-range weapons.<ref name=TRO3075-160/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * ''Basilisk | + | *;''Basilisk'' 2 : This variant of the ''Basilisk'' removes the standard weapons mix and replaces them with a [[Small Laser]], two Micro Lasers, a [[Short Range Missile]] launcher, and [[jump jet]]s. This allows the ''Basilisk 2'' to get into close combat much more quickly.<ref name=TRO3075-160/> BV (2.0) = 237<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 525</ref> |
| − | * ''Basilisk ( | + | *;''Basilisk'' 3 : This version carries a single ER Medium Laser. For improved mobility on the battlefield, it's equipped with five [[Extended Jump Jet]]s. BV(2.0)=296<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 526</ref> |
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| + | *;''Basilisk'' (Quad) : The quadrupedal ''Basilisk'' was created by [[The Society]]. Completely different from the bipedal version, this variant had a higher top speed. A close-combat specialist, it's equipped with a single [[SRM-4]] with ten reloads, and a [[ProtoMech Melee Weapon|set of claws, whipping tail, and head spikes]]. For protection it carries [[Electric Discharge ProtoMech Armor]] which can easily disrupt control systems in other battlefield units.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving'', p. 209</ref> Considering the source of the design, it is unlikely that any will be found in the [[Home Clans|Home Clan]] ''[[touman]]s'' once they have rebuilt.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving'', p. 208</ref> BV (2.0) = 258<ref>''The Wars of Reaving'', p. 210</ref> | ||
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| + | *;''Basilisk B'' (Quad) : This variant uses Electric Discharge ProtoMech Armor and the Melee Weapon, but replaces the SRM with a larger engine and an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] Protomech Myomer Booster. With these changes, the ''Basilisk B'' can walk at 86 km/h with a burst speed of 160 km/h. This allows the ''Basilisk B'' to sprint into the middle of an enemy formation, execute a physical attack, and then break contact.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 43</ref> | ||
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| + | ==Gallery== | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | File:Basilisk.jpg|Original ''Basilisk'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3075|TRO:3075]]'' | ||
| + | File:Basilisk_(Quad)_WoR.jpg|Quad-variant of ''Basilisk'' from ''[[The Wars of Reaving]]'' | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
| + | |||
==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' | ||
* ''[[The Wars of Reaving]]'' | * ''[[The Wars of Reaving]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]'' | ||
[[Category:ProtoMechs|Basilisk]] | [[Category:ProtoMechs|Basilisk]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Quad ProtoMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Society ProtoMechs]] | ||
Latest revision as of 21:13, 30 January 2024
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| Basilisk | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Clan Cloud Cobra Complex H-6 |
| Tech Base | Clan |
| Introduced | [[]] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 7 tons |
| Chassis | Standard |
| Armor | Standard |
| Engine | 45 |
| Speed | 64 km/h |
| Jump Jets | None |
| Armament |
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| BV (2.0) | 319[1][2] |
Description[edit]
The Basilisk ProtoMech was designed and built by Clan Cloud Cobra to support their Elemental and OmniMech forces. Unlike most second generation Protos, the Basilisk has a relatively low top speed. This allows it to keep pace with larger 'Mechs and move faster than standard battle armor units. The smaller engine also allows more weight for armor, which is good because the slow top speed means a Basilisk will spend more time under enemy guns as it closes the range.[3]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Basilisk mounts a 'Mech sized ER Medium Laser. This powerful weapon makes a Point of Basilisks a threat that cannot be ignored. Paired with the laser is a three tube LRM launcher used to soften up targets as the Basilisk unit closes. The only problem with this is the severely limited ammunition supply. With only a pair of reloads for the LRM launcher, a Basilisk pilot can find himself at the mercy of enemies with long-range weapons.[3]
Variants[edit]
- Basilisk 2
- This variant of the Basilisk removes the standard weapons mix and replaces them with a Small Laser, two Micro Lasers, a Short Range Missile launcher, and jump jets. This allows the Basilisk 2 to get into close combat much more quickly.[3] BV (2.0) = 237[4]
- Basilisk 3
- This version carries a single ER Medium Laser. For improved mobility on the battlefield, it's equipped with five Extended Jump Jets. BV(2.0)=296[5]
- Basilisk (Quad)
- The quadrupedal Basilisk was created by The Society. Completely different from the bipedal version, this variant had a higher top speed. A close-combat specialist, it's equipped with a single SRM-4 with ten reloads, and a set of claws, whipping tail, and head spikes. For protection it carries Electric Discharge ProtoMech Armor which can easily disrupt control systems in other battlefield units.[6] Considering the source of the design, it is unlikely that any will be found in the Home Clan toumans once they have rebuilt.[7] BV (2.0) = 258[8]
- Basilisk B (Quad)
- This variant uses Electric Discharge ProtoMech Armor and the Melee Weapon, but replaces the SRM with a larger engine and an experimental Protomech Myomer Booster. With these changes, the Basilisk B can walk at 86 km/h with a burst speed of 160 km/h. This allows the Basilisk B to sprint into the middle of an enemy formation, execute a physical attack, and then break contact.[9]
Gallery[edit]
Original Basilisk from TRO:3075
Quad-variant of Basilisk from The Wars of Reaving
_WoR.jpg)
References[edit]
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 161
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 524
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Technical Readout: 3075, p. 160
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 525
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 526
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving, p. 209
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving, p. 208
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving, p. 210
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 43