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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
|image= Cephalus.jpg | |image= Cephalus.jpg | ||
| − | |name= Cephalus | + | |name= ''Cephalus'' |
|manufacturer=[[Kerensky Memorial Manufacturing]]<ref name=wor214>''The Wars of Reaving'', p. 214-215</ref> | |manufacturer=[[Kerensky Memorial Manufacturing]]<ref name=wor214>''The Wars of Reaving'', p. 214-215</ref> | ||
|model= | |model= | ||
| − | |||
|production year=3072 | |production year=3072 | ||
|year reference=<ref>''Wars of Reaving'', pp. 91-94</ref><ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3930/cephalus-prime MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference=<ref>''Wars of Reaving'', pp. 91-94</ref><ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3930/cephalus-prime MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
|cost= | |cost= | ||
|Tech Base=Mixed | |Tech Base=Mixed | ||
| + | |mech type=BattleMech | ||
|mass=25 | |mass=25 | ||
| − | |chassis= 25T Recon Delta Profile | + | |chassis= [[25T Recon Delta Profile Endo-Steel]] |
| − | |armor=[[Ferro-Lamellor]] | + | |armor=[[Gravastar Ferro-Lamellor]] |
| − | |engine= | + | |engine= [[Model-C 250 XXL]] |
|comsys=[[Series D8 CC-25X]] | |comsys=[[Series D8 CC-25X]] | ||
|T&T=[[Hermes ZLS-1]] | |T&T=[[Hermes ZLS-1]] | ||
| − | |heat sinks=10 [[ | + | |heat sinks=10 [[double heat sink]]s |
|speed=162 | |speed=162 | ||
|armament= | |armament= | ||
Primary Configuration | Primary Configuration | ||
| − | *1x [[Nova CEWS]] | + | * 1x [[Nova CEWS]] |
| − | *2x [[Laser AMS]] | + | * 2x [[Laser AMS]] |
| − | *1x [[Light TAG]] | + | * 1x [[Light TAG]] |
| − | *3x [[Modular | + | * 3x [[Modular armor]] |
|BV (2.0)= 876<ref name=wor214/> | |BV (2.0)= 876<ref name=wor214/> | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Cephalus''''' was developed by [[The Society]] as an escort unit for their ''[[Septicemia]]'' series OmniMech. This light 'Mech was designed to serve primarily one purpose: Bringing the [[Nova Combined Electronic Warfare System]] (CEWS) to the battlefield. To insure that the ''Cephalus'' would survive, the designers used a 250-rated [[XXL | + | The '''''Cephalus''''' was developed by [[The Society]] as an escort unit for their ''[[Septicemia]]'' series [[OmniMech]]. This [[BattleMech#Light|light]] 'Mech was designed to serve primarily one purpose: Bringing the [[Nova Combined Electronic Warfare System]] (CEWS) to the battlefield. To insure that the ''Cephalus'' would survive, the designers used a 250-rated [[XXL engine]] that provides a cruising speed of over 100 km/h, while targeting systems were further disrupted by the [[Chameleon Light Polarization Shield]] and [[Null-Signature system]]s that the Society built from old [[SLDF]] plans. In the event the ''Cephalus'' takes a hit, protection for is provided by six tons of [[ferro-lamellor]] armor. If the speed, armor, and electronic systems failed, the ''Cephalus''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s pilot, being a valuable and limited resource, was further protected by a [[Full-Head Ejection System]] to allow Society warriors to be picked up after the battle was over.<ref name=wor214/> |
| + | |||
| + | After the [[Wars of Reaving]], the ''Cephalus'' was declared outlawed by the Homeworld [[Grand Council]] and dismantled as a result due to its role with the dishonorable tactics used by The Society.<ref>The Wars of Reaving Supplemental p.17</ref> | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | As its role is limited to electronic targeting support and occasional reconnaissance, the ''Cephalus'' wasn't often equipped with weaponry. The primary configuration of the ''Cephalus'' carried twin [[ | + | As its role is limited to electronic targeting support and occasional reconnaissance, the ''Cephalus'' wasn't often equipped with weaponry. The primary configuration of the ''Cephalus'' carried twin [[laser AMS]] systems, one in each side torso. To further protect the 'Mech, it mounted three [[modular armor]] units on the front torsos. This complete lack of weapons led most [[Clan]] warriors to dismiss the ''Cephalus'' which made them vulnerable to attacks by other Society-backed forces.<ref name=wor214/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration A : Intended for use in broken or rough terrain, the ''Cephalus'' A carried a single [[laser AMS]] in the left torso. The [[modular armor]] and [[light TAG]] of the primary variant were also removed. In their place the 'Mech carried a standard [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] system and enough [[jump jet]]s for a 210 meter jump capability. BV (2.0) = 809<ref name=wor214/> |
| + | |||
| + | *; Alternate Configuration B : Apparently intended as a capture 'Mech, this configuration keeps the [[light TAG]] but replaces the [[modular armor]] and [[anti-missile system]]s with a [[BattleMech Taser|BattleMech taser]]. It retains the [[Nova CEWS]].<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 55</ref> BV (2.0) = 785<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5638/cephalus-b MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'' B]''</ref> | ||
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration C : This configuration of the ''Cephalus'' carries a [[plasma cannon]] and a [[flamer]], apparently intended as an anti-infantry unit.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 56</ref> BV (2.0) = 1215<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5639/cephalus-c MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'' C]''</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration D : This configuration mounts a single [[improved heavy large laser]] in the left torso and a trio of [[improved heavy small laser]]s in the right torso.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 57</ref> BV (2.0) = 1471<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5640/cephalus-d MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'' D]''</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration E : This configuration carries a [[light TAG]] and [[ER large laser]]. An extra heat sink helps deal with the heat generated by the configuration.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 58</ref> BV (2.0) = 1284<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5641/cephalus-e MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'' E]''</ref> |
| − | *; | + | *; Alternate Configuration U : This variant is intended for underwater combat. It is equipped with seven [[underwater maneuvering unit]]s, which allow it to move more quickly than most 'Mechs that are underwater. Offensively it mounts a single [[LRT-5]] rack.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 59</ref> BV (2.0) = 878<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5642/cephalus-u MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'' U]''</ref> |
| − | + | == Design Quirks == | |
| + | The ''Cephalus'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]s:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 90 Design Quirk Table - Cephalus.</ref> | ||
| + | * [[Improved Life Support]] | ||
| + | * [[Bad Reputation|Bad Reputation (Clan)]] | ||
| + | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] | ||
| + | * [[No/Minimal Arms]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| + | *''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' | ||
*''[[Master Unit List]]'' | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' | ||
*''[[The Wars of Reaving]]'' | *''[[The Wars of Reaving]]'' | ||
*''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]'' | *''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]'' | ||
| + | [[Category:'Mechs]] | ||
[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:OmniMechs]] | [[Category:OmniMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Light BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Light BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:25 ton BattleMechs]] | [[Category:25 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Clan Coyote BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Society BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Society BattleMechs]] | ||
Latest revision as of 10:11, 20 February 2024
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| Cephalus | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Kerensky Memorial Manufacturing[1] |
| Production Year | 3072[2][3] |
| Class | Light |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Mixed-tech BattleMech |
| Mass | 25 tons |
| Chassis | 25T Recon Delta Profile Endo-Steel |
| Armor | Gravastar Ferro-Lamellor |
| Engine | Model-C 250 XXL |
| Communications System | Series D8 CC-25X |
| Targeting Tracking System | Hermes ZLS-1 |
| Heat Sinks | 10 double heat sinks |
| Speed | 162 km/h |
| Armament |
Primary Configuration
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| BV (2.0) | 876[1] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Cephalus was developed by The Society as an escort unit for their Septicemia series OmniMech. This light 'Mech was designed to serve primarily one purpose: Bringing the Nova Combined Electronic Warfare System (CEWS) to the battlefield. To insure that the Cephalus would survive, the designers used a 250-rated XXL engine that provides a cruising speed of over 100 km/h, while targeting systems were further disrupted by the Chameleon Light Polarization Shield and Null-Signature systems that the Society built from old SLDF plans. In the event the Cephalus takes a hit, protection for is provided by six tons of ferro-lamellor armor. If the speed, armor, and electronic systems failed, the Cephalus's pilot, being a valuable and limited resource, was further protected by a Full-Head Ejection System to allow Society warriors to be picked up after the battle was over.[1]
After the Wars of Reaving, the Cephalus was declared outlawed by the Homeworld Grand Council and dismantled as a result due to its role with the dishonorable tactics used by The Society.[4]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
As its role is limited to electronic targeting support and occasional reconnaissance, the Cephalus wasn't often equipped with weaponry. The primary configuration of the Cephalus carried twin laser AMS systems, one in each side torso. To further protect the 'Mech, it mounted three modular armor units on the front torsos. This complete lack of weapons led most Clan warriors to dismiss the Cephalus which made them vulnerable to attacks by other Society-backed forces.[1]
Variants[edit]
- Alternate Configuration A
- Intended for use in broken or rough terrain, the Cephalus A carried a single laser AMS in the left torso. The modular armor and light TAG of the primary variant were also removed. In their place the 'Mech carried a standard TAG system and enough jump jets for a 210 meter jump capability. BV (2.0) = 809[1]
- Alternate Configuration B
- Apparently intended as a capture 'Mech, this configuration keeps the light TAG but replaces the modular armor and anti-missile systems with a BattleMech taser. It retains the Nova CEWS.[5] BV (2.0) = 785[6]
- Alternate Configuration C
- This configuration of the Cephalus carries a plasma cannon and a flamer, apparently intended as an anti-infantry unit.[7] BV (2.0) = 1215[8]
- Alternate Configuration D
- This configuration mounts a single improved heavy large laser in the left torso and a trio of improved heavy small lasers in the right torso.[9] BV (2.0) = 1471[10]
- Alternate Configuration E
- This configuration carries a light TAG and ER large laser. An extra heat sink helps deal with the heat generated by the configuration.[11] BV (2.0) = 1284[12]
- Alternate Configuration U
- This variant is intended for underwater combat. It is equipped with seven underwater maneuvering units, which allow it to move more quickly than most 'Mechs that are underwater. Offensively it mounts a single LRT-5 rack.[13] BV (2.0) = 878[14]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Cephalus has the following Design Quirks:[15]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 The Wars of Reaving, p. 214-215
- ↑ Wars of Reaving, pp. 91-94
- ↑ MUL online entry for Cephalus
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental p.17
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 55
- ↑ MUL online entry for Cephalus B
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 56
- ↑ MUL online entry for Cephalus C
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 57
- ↑ MUL online entry for Cephalus D
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 58
- ↑ MUL online entry for Cephalus E
- ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 59
- ↑ MUL online entry for Cephalus U
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 90 Design Quirk Table - Cephalus.