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{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
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|image=Black Lanner RGilClan v15.png
|name=Black Lanner
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|name=''Black Lanner''
|manufacturer=[[Ironhold Alpha Complex]]<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/>, [[Olivetti Weapons]]<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/>
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[[Ironhold Alpha Complex]]<ref name=TRCIp42f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 42–43: "Black Lanner"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U -->
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[[Olivetti Weapons]]<ref name=TRCIp42f /><ref name=rg15p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 15'', p. 13</ref>
 
|production year=3052
 
|production year=3052
 
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/369/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/369/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|model= Prime
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|model= Prime<ref name=TRCIp42f />
 
|class=Medium
 
|class=Medium
|cost= 17,993,402 C-bills
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|cost= 17,993,402 [[C-bill]]s
 
|Tech Base = Clan
 
|Tech Base = Clan
 
|mech type =OmniMech
 
|mech type =OmniMech
 
|mass=55
 
|mass=55
|chassis=JF 5 Light [[Endo Steel]]
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|chassis=[[JF 5 Light Endo Steel]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp42f /> -->
|armor=Compound JF [[Ferro-Fibrous]]
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|armor= [[Compound JF Ferro-Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp42f /> -->
|engine=385 JF [[Fusion Engine - XL|Extralight]]
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|engine=[[385 JF Extralight]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp42f /> -->
|comsys=[[JF Integrated]]
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|comsys=[[JF Integrated]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp42f /> -->
|T&T=[[Series JFVII Integrated]]
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|T&T=[[Series JFVII Integrated]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp42f /> -->
|heat sinks=10 [[Double heat sinks]]
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|heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp42f /> -->
|speed=119
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|speed=118 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp42f /> -->
|speed with MASC=151
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|speed with MASC=151 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp42f /> -->
|armament=Primary Configuration
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|armament=Primary Configuration <!-- <ref name=TRCIp42f /> -->
*1x [[ER Large Laser]]
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* 1x [[ER large laser]]
*1x [[LRM-10]]
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* 1x [[LRM-10]]
*1x [[SRM-6]]
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* 1x [[SRM-6]]
*2x [[ER Medium Laser]]s
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* 2x [[ER medium laser]]
 
|BV (1.0)=1,657<ref name=TRO3058U176-177>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 176-177, "Black Lanner"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 232</ref>
 
|BV (1.0)=1,657<ref name=TRO3058U176-177>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 176-177, "Black Lanner"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 232</ref>
|BV (2.0)=2,268<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 151</ref>
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|BV (2.0)=2,268<ref name=TRCIp42f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 151</ref>
 
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Newly developed by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] for the [[Clan Invasion]] of the [[Inner Sphere]], the '''''Black Lanner''''' is a fast medium [[OmniMech]] that can take on a variety of roles.
 
Newly developed by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] for the [[Clan Invasion]] of the [[Inner Sphere]], the '''''Black Lanner''''' is a fast medium [[OmniMech]] that can take on a variety of roles.
  
Its development triggered from the lessons learned from the Jade Falcon ''[[touman]]'''s performance during the Placement Trials for [[Operation REVIVAL]], delays with the initial models meant the ''Black Lanner'' only arrived in the Inner Sphere with the returning Falcon ''[[Khan]]''s following the selection of ''[[ilKhan]]'' [[Ulric Kerensky]], first seeing action during the [[Battle of Tukayyid]] as fire-support units in light reconnaissance [[Star]]s. Since its initial deployment, the ''Black Lanner'' remained primarily a Jade Falcon design, with [[Clan Ice Hellion]] and [[Clan Steel Viper|Steel Viper]] also using a sizable number acquired due to numerous battles and trials between rival Clans since [[Tukayyid]]. <ref name=TRO3058U176-177/>
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The development of the ''Black Lanner'' began due to the lessons learned by the Jade Falcons from [[Clan Jade Falcon Touman|their ''touman''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s]] performance during the Placement Trials for [[Operation REVIVAL]]. Delays with the initial models meant the ''Black Lanner'' only arrived in the Inner Sphere with the returning Falcon [[Khan]]s following the selection of [[ilKhan]] [[Ulric Kerensky]], and first saw action during the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]] as fire-support units in light reconnaissance [[Star]]s. Since its initial deployment, the ''Black Lanner'' remained primarily a Jade Falcon design, with [[Clan Ice Hellion]] and [[Clan Steel Viper|Steel Viper]] also using a sizable number acquired due to numerous battles and trials between rival Clans since [[Tukayyid]]. <ref name=TRO3058U176-177/>
  
While used for independent operations, the ''Black Lanner'' is most frequently seen in conjunction with lighter designs. Mixed Stars of ''Black Lanner''s, ''[[Fire Falcon]]''s and [[Fire Moth (Dasher)|''Fire Moth''s]] are common, with the lighter 'Mechs acting as spotters and harassers for the heavier 'Mechs, flushing out the opposing units for the ''Black Lanner'' to move in for the kill. This synergistic relationship is similar to that shared between the smaller [[Fire Falcon (species)|indigenous Fire Falcon]] and the introduced black lanners on [[Ironhold]], both birds benefiting from the presence of the other.<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/>
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While used for independent operations, the ''Black Lanner'' is most frequently seen in conjunction with lighter designs. Mixed Stars of ''Black Lanners'', ''[[Fire Falcon]]s'' and [[Fire Moth (Dasher)|''Fire Moths'']] are common, with the lighter 'Mechs acting as spotters and harassers for the heavier 'Mechs, flushing out the opposing units for the ''Black Lanner'' to move in for the kill. This synergistic relationship is similar to that shared between the smaller [[Fire falcon (species)|indigenous fire falcon]] and the introduced [[Black lanner (species|black lanners]] on [[Ironhold]], both birds benefiting from the presence of the other.<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/>
  
Originally built on the Jade Falcon homeworld of Ironhold, production would also eventually begin in the Inner Sphere to mitigate the distance to the [[Clan Homeworlds]]. By the dawn of the [[Wars of Reaving]], production of the ''Black Lanner'' would cease in [[Kerensky Cluster|Clan Space]] by [[3068]] as tensions between the Falcons and the [[Homeworld Clan]]s increased.<ref name=WoRS-17>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 17 "Discarded Tools of War"</ref>
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Originally built on the Jade Falcon homeworld of Ironhold, production would also eventually begin in the Inner Sphere to mitigate the distance to the [[Clan Homeworlds]]. By the dawn of the [[Wars of Reaving]], production of the ''Black Lanner'' would cease in [[Kerensky Cluster|Clan Space]] by [[3068]] as tensions between the Falcons and the [[Home Clans]] increased.<ref name=WoRS-17>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 17 "Discarded Tools of War"</ref>
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
Intended as a front-line [['Mech]], the ''Black Lanner'' makes use of all weight-saving technology available to the Clan Jade Falcon scientists who designed it, including an [[XL Engine]], [[Endo Steel]], and eight tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. The ''Black Lanner'' also includes a [[MASC]] system on the base chassis that enables it to run up to 151 km/h in bursts, allowing it to ourun many 'Mechs half its size. The design sacrifices pod space for that speed however, with an engine almost half the ''Black Lanner'''s weight leaving a mere thirteen tons for offensive weaponry.<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/>
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Intended as a front-line [['Mech]], the ''Black Lanner'' makes use of all weight-saving technology available to the Clan Jade Falcon scientists who designed it, including an [[XL engine]], [[endo steel]], and eight tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. The ''Black Lanner'' also includes a [[MASC]] system on the base chassis that enables it to run up to 151 km/h in bursts, allowing it to outrun many 'Mechs half its size. The design sacrifices [[pod space]] for that speed however, with an engine almost half the ''Black Lanner''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s weight leaving a mere 13 tons for offensive weaponry.<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/>
  
The primary configuration of the ''Black Lanner'' is effective at all ranges. At long range, it can make use of an [[ER Large Laser]] and [[LRM-10]]. When it closes in, it can attack with a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s and an [[SRM-6]] that can exploit holes in its opponent's armor. An [[ECM Suite]] protects it from many forms of electronics.<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/>
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The primary configuration of the ''Black Lanner'' is effective at all ranges. At long range, it can make use of an [[ER large laser]] and [[LRM-10]], but when it closes in it can attack with a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s and an [[SRM-6]] that can exploit holes in its opponent's armor. An [[ECM suite]] protects it from many forms of electronics.<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/>
  
 
==Alternate Configurations==
 
==Alternate Configurations==
*;Alt. Config. A : The ''Black Lanner'' A is configured for electronic warfare and scouting. It uses an [[Active Probe]] to find hidden units, an [[ECM Suite]] to counteract enemy electronics, and a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] spotting laser to designate targets for homing artillery. Offensively, it can call upon an [[ER PPC]] and a pair of [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,801<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 233</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,308<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 152</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration A : The ''Black Lanner'' A is configured for electronic warfare and scouting. It uses an [[active probe]] to find hidden units, an [[ECM suite]] to counter enemy electronics, and a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] spotting laser to designate targets for homing artillery. Offensively, it can call upon an [[ER PPC]] and a pair of [[medium pulse laser]]s.<ref name=TRCIp42f /> BV (1.0) = 1,801<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 233</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,308<ref name=TRCIp42f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 152</ref>
  
*; Alt. Config. B : This dedicated fire-support model uses a pair of [[LRM-20]]s, though they can only call upon three tons of ammunition. BV (1.0) = 1,636<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 234</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,961<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 153</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration B : This dedicated fire-support model uses a pair of [[LRM-20]]s, though they can only call upon three tons of ammunition.<ref name=TRCIp42f /> BV (1.0) = 1,636<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 234</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,961<ref name=TRCIp42f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 153</ref>
  
*; Alt. Config. C : The "C" is a close-support variant that mounts six [[ER Medium Laser]]s and a [[Streak SRM-6]]. It also uses three additional [[double heat sink]]s to help combat heat levels. BV (1.0) = 1,900<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 235</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,523<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 154</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration C : The C configuration is a close-support variant that mounts six [[ER medium laser]]s and a [[Streak SRM-6]]. It also uses three additional [[double heat sink]]s to help combat heat levels.<ref name=TRCIp42f /> BV (1.0) = 1,900<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 235</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,523<ref name=TRCIp42f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 154</ref>
  
*; Alt. Config. D : This close-range brawler mounts pairs of [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, [[SRM-6]]s, [[ER Small Laser]]s, [[Flamer]]s, and four [[Machine Gun]]s. This configuration is devastating to conventional [[infantry]] and a serious threat to [[combat vehicle]]s. An [[Active Probe]] ensures that it is rarely surprised. BV (1.0) = 1,390<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 236</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,809<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 155</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration D : This close-range brawler mounts pairs of [[medium pulse laser]]s, [[SRM-6]]s, and [[ER small laser]]s, with a [[flamer]] and four [[machine gun]]s. This configuration is devastating to conventional [[infantry]] and a serious threat to [[combat vehicle]]s. An [[active probe]] ensures that it is rarely surprised.<ref name=TRCIp42f /> BV (1.0) = 1,390<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 236</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,809<ref name=TRCIp42f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 155</ref>
  
*;Alt. Config. E : This variant uses an [[ATM 12]] and three tons of ammunition to maintain effectiveness at all ranges. Three [[ER Medium Laser]]s provide additional firepower. BV (1.0) = 1,794<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 237</ref> (1,804)<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 92</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,331<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 156</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration E : This variant uses an [[ATM-12]] and three tons of ammunition to maintain effectiveness at all ranges. Three [[ER medium laser]]s provide additional firepower.<ref name=TRCIp42f /> BV (1.0) = 1,794<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 237</ref> (1,804)<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 92</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,331<ref name=TRCIp42f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 156</ref>
  
*; Alt. Config. H : The "H" configuration mounts four additional double heat sinks to combat the heat that the [[Heavy Large Laser]] and pair of [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s build. It also has an [[ECM Suite]]. BV (1.0) = 1,616<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 238</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 93</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,928<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 157</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration F : This scouting configuration carries five [[medium pulse laser]]s in the right arm, backed up by two [[Machine Gun Array]]s in the left arm, each of which carries three [[light machine gun]]s. The six machine guns all use the same half ton ammunition bay. A [[Light Active Probe]] reveals hidden targets. BV (2.0) = 2,197<ref name=rg15p13/>
  
*; Alt. Config. X : The "X" configuration mounts a [[Rotary AC/2]] in the right arm, and two [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]]s in the left arm for concentrated fire support. BV (2.0)= 1,681<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 158</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration G : The main firepower for this configuration comes from an [[ER large pulse laser]] in the right arm. This is supplemented by four [[LRM-5]] launchers: One in the right torso and left torso, and two in the left arm. Two tons of ammunition are carried in the left torso. BV (2.0) = 1,929<ref name=rg15p13/>
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*; Alternate Configuration H : The H configuration mounts four additional [[double heat sink]]s to combat the heat that the [[heavy large laser]] and pair of [[medium pulse laser]]s build; it also has an [[ECM suite]].<ref name=TRCIp42f /> BV (1.0) = 1,616<ref name=TRO3058U176-177/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 238</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 93</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,928<ref name=TRCIp42f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 157</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration I : This mixed tech configuration carries a [[targeting computer]] to make best use of the weapons: a [[medium variable speed pulse laser]] in the right arm, and a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s in the left. Three [[heavy machine gun]]s and a half ton of ammo is carried in the right torso, while the left torso carries a [[Streak SRM-4]] and one ton of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,803<ref name=rg15p13/>
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*; Alternate Configuration J : The right arm carries a [[ProtoMech AC/8]] with two tons of ammunition in the torso, while the left arm carries a trio of [[ER medium laser]]s. To get in and out quickly, this configuration uses an engine [[supercharger]] to sprint at speeds of up to 180 km/h when combined with the inbuilt [[MASC]] system. BV (2.0) = 2,022<ref name=rg15p13/>
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*; Alternate Configuration T : This configuration uses a [[plasma cannon]] in the right arm and two [[improved heavy medium laser]]s in the left arm as its main firepower. These are supplemented by an [[SRM-6]] and [[LRM-10]] in the right torso and left torso. The plasma cannon has two tons of ammunition while the missile launchers each have one ton of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 2,040<ref name=rg15p13/>
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*; Alternate Configuration X : The X configuration mounts a [[RAC/2]] in the right arm, and two [[improved heavy medium laser]]s in the left arm for concentrated fire support. BV (2.0)= 1,681<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 158</ref><ref name=rg15p13/>
  
 
===Apocryphal Configurations===
 
===Apocryphal Configurations===
 
{{ApocryphalContentStart}}
 
{{ApocryphalContentStart}}
 
''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
 
''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
*;BLK-BL ''Bellonarius '' : The ''Black Lanner'' [[Hero 'Mech]], the ''Bellonarius'' carries a [[Streak SRM-4]] in each side torso, supported by three machine guns in each arm, a [[Heavy Medium Laser]] in the left torso and a [[Heavy Small Laser]] in the head. Two ton streak ammunition and four tons machine gun reloads give the ''Bellonarius'' reasonable field endurance.<ref name=MWO-BL>''MechWarrior Online'' "Black Lanner Sale Page"</ref>
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*; BKL-BL ''Bellonarius '' : The ''Black Lanner'' [[Hero 'Mech]], the ''Bellonarius'', carries a [[Streak SRM-4]] in each side torso, supported by three [[machine gun]]s in each arm, a [[heavy medium laser]] in the left torso, and a [[heavy small laser]] in the head. Two tons of Streak ammunition and four tons of machine gun reloads give the ''Bellonarius'' reasonable field endurance.<ref name=MWO-BL>''MechWarrior Online'' "Black Lanner Sale Page"</ref>
 
{{ApocryphalContentEnd}}
 
{{ApocryphalContentEnd}}
  
 
==Design Quirks==
 
==Design Quirks==
The ''Black Lanner'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 90 Design Quirk Table -Black Lanner Entry.</ref>
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The ''Black Lanner'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 90 Design Quirk Table - ''Black Lanner'' entry.</ref>
*[[Stable]]
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* [[Stable]]
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==Notes==
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* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Feldeggsfalke'''.
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
Image:CCG Arsenal Black Lanner.jpg|''Black Lanner'' A in motion
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Blacklanner.jpg|Original ''Black Lanner'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]''
Image:CCG Crusade Black Lanner D.jpg|''Black Lanner'' D in motion
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Black Lanner RGilClan v15.png|''Black Lanner'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 15|RG:ilClan v15]]''
File:CCG Mechwarrior Black Lanner.jpg|''Black Lanner'' Prime in combat
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CCG Mechwarrior Black Lanner.jpg|''Black Lanner'' Prime in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
File:MWO_Black_Lanner.png|[[MechWarrior Online]] art of the ''Black Lanner''
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CCG Arsenal Black Lanner.jpg|''Black Lanner'' A in motion from ''CCG''
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CCG Crusade Black Lanner D.jpg|''Black Lanner'' D in motion from ''CCG''
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MWO_Black_Lanner.png|Model of ''Black Lanner'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
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Clan Support Star - Black Lanner.jpg|''Black Lanner'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Clan Support Star]]''
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
*''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
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<div class="desktop-3-col">
*''[[Master Unit List]]''
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* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
*[https://mwomercs.com/black-lanner MechWarrior Online ''Black Lanner'' Sale Page]
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* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
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* [https://mwomercs.com/black-lanner MechWarrior Online ''Black Lanner'' Sale Page]
*''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''
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* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 15]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]''
*''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]''
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* ''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]''
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[[Category:Clan Jade Falcon BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Clan Jade Falcon BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Clan OmniMechs]]
 
[[Category:Clan OmniMechs]]
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[[Category:German renamed units]]

Latest revision as of 09:45, 20 February 2024

Black Lanner
Black Lanner
Production information
Manufacturer Ironhold Alpha Complex[1]

Olivetti Weapons[1][2]

Production Year 3052[3]
Model Prime[1]
Class Medium
Cost 17,993,402 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Clan OmniMech
Mass 55 tons
Chassis JF 5 Light Endo Steel
Armor Compound JF Ferro-Fibrous
Engine 385 JF Extralight
Communications System JF Integrated
Targeting Tracking System Series JFVII Integrated
Heat Sinks 10 double
Speed 118 km/h (151 km/h with MASC)
Armament

Primary Configuration

BV (1.0) 1,657[4][5]
BV (2.0) 2,268[1][6]


Description[edit]

Newly developed by Clan Jade Falcon for the Clan Invasion of the Inner Sphere, the Black Lanner is a fast medium OmniMech that can take on a variety of roles.

The development of the Black Lanner began due to the lessons learned by the Jade Falcons from their touman's performance during the Placement Trials for Operation REVIVAL. Delays with the initial models meant the Black Lanner only arrived in the Inner Sphere with the returning Falcon Khans following the selection of ilKhan Ulric Kerensky, and first saw action during the Battle of Tukayyid as fire-support units in light reconnaissance Stars. Since its initial deployment, the Black Lanner remained primarily a Jade Falcon design, with Clan Ice Hellion and Steel Viper also using a sizable number acquired due to numerous battles and trials between rival Clans since Tukayyid. [4]

While used for independent operations, the Black Lanner is most frequently seen in conjunction with lighter designs. Mixed Stars of Black Lanners, Fire Falcons and Fire Moths are common, with the lighter 'Mechs acting as spotters and harassers for the heavier 'Mechs, flushing out the opposing units for the Black Lanner to move in for the kill. This synergistic relationship is similar to that shared between the smaller indigenous fire falcon and the introduced black lanners on Ironhold, both birds benefiting from the presence of the other.[4]

Originally built on the Jade Falcon homeworld of Ironhold, production would also eventually begin in the Inner Sphere to mitigate the distance to the Clan Homeworlds. By the dawn of the Wars of Reaving, production of the Black Lanner would cease in Clan Space by 3068 as tensions between the Falcons and the Home Clans increased.[7]

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

Intended as a front-line 'Mech, the Black Lanner makes use of all weight-saving technology available to the Clan Jade Falcon scientists who designed it, including an XL engine, endo steel, and eight tons of ferro-fibrous armor. The Black Lanner also includes a MASC system on the base chassis that enables it to run up to 151 km/h in bursts, allowing it to outrun many 'Mechs half its size. The design sacrifices pod space for that speed however, with an engine almost half the Black Lanner's weight leaving a mere 13 tons for offensive weaponry.[4]

The primary configuration of the Black Lanner is effective at all ranges. At long range, it can make use of an ER large laser and LRM-10, but when it closes in it can attack with a pair of ER medium lasers and an SRM-6 that can exploit holes in its opponent's armor. An ECM suite protects it from many forms of electronics.[4]

Alternate Configurations[edit]

  • Alternate Configuration A 
    The Black Lanner A is configured for electronic warfare and scouting. It uses an active probe to find hidden units, an ECM suite to counter enemy electronics, and a TAG spotting laser to designate targets for homing artillery. Offensively, it can call upon an ER PPC and a pair of medium pulse lasers.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,801[4][8], BV (2.0) = 2,308[1][9]
  • Alternate Configuration B 
    This dedicated fire-support model uses a pair of LRM-20s, though they can only call upon three tons of ammunition.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,636[4][10], BV (2.0) = 1,961[1][11]
  • Alternate Configuration E 
    This variant uses an ATM-12 and three tons of ammunition to maintain effectiveness at all ranges. Three ER medium lasers provide additional firepower.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,794[4][16] (1,804)[17], BV (2.0) = 2,331[1][18]
  • Alternate Configuration G 
    The main firepower for this configuration comes from an ER large pulse laser in the right arm. This is supplemented by four LRM-5 launchers: One in the right torso and left torso, and two in the left arm. Two tons of ammunition are carried in the left torso. BV (2.0) = 1,929[2]
  • Alternate Configuration J 
    The right arm carries a ProtoMech AC/8 with two tons of ammunition in the torso, while the left arm carries a trio of ER medium lasers. To get in and out quickly, this configuration uses an engine supercharger to sprint at speeds of up to 180 km/h when combined with the inbuilt MASC system. BV (2.0) = 2,022[2]
  • Alternate Configuration T 
    This configuration uses a plasma cannon in the right arm and two improved heavy medium lasers in the left arm as its main firepower. These are supplemented by an SRM-6 and LRM-10 in the right torso and left torso. The plasma cannon has two tons of ammunition while the missile launchers each have one ton of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 2,040[2]

Apocryphal Configurations[edit]

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Design Quirks[edit]

The Black Lanner has the following Design Quirk:[24]

Notes[edit]

  • In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Feldeggsfalke.

Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 Technical Readout: Clan Invasion, pp. 42–43: "Black Lanner"
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 15, p. 13
  3. MUL online date for the Black Lanner
  4. 4.00 4.01 4.02 4.03 4.04 4.05 4.06 4.07 4.08 4.09 4.10 Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade, pp. 176-177, "Black Lanner"
  5. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 232
  6. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 151
  7. The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 17 "Discarded Tools of War"
  8. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 233
  9. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 152
  10. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 234
  11. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 153
  12. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 235
  13. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 154
  14. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 236
  15. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 155
  16. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 237
  17. Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 92
  18. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 156
  19. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 238
  20. Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 93
  21. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 157
  22. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 158
  23. MechWarrior Online "Black Lanner Sale Page"
  24. BattleMech Manual, p. 90 Design Quirk Table - Black Lanner entry.

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