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|name = ''Dervish''
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|manufacturer=[[Achernar BattleMechs]],<br/>[[Hope Industrial Works]]
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|production year=2520
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[[Achernar BattleMechs]]<ref name=TRSWp94f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 94–95: DV-6M Dervish</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3039 -->
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|year reference=<ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 140-141</ref><ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 62</ref><ref>''Jihad Secrets: the Blake Documents'', p. 151</ref><ref>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 11</ref>
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|model=DV-6M
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[[Arcturan Arms]]
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|class=Medium
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|cost= 4,989,967 C-bills
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[[Coalition Armory Inc.]]
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|mass=55
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|chassis=Dorwinion 55T
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[[Hope Industrial Works]]
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|armor=Maximillian 105
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|engine=[[Core Tek 275]]
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[[Oriente Weapon Works]]
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|comsys=[[Achernar Electronics HID-21]]
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|T&T=[[Federated Hunter Mk. II]]
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[[McRae Quik Construct]]
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|heat sinks=10
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|speed=86.4
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[[Sword of the Prophet Enterprises]]
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|jumpjets=Swingline X-1000
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|production year = 2520
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|year reference =<ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 140–141</ref><ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 62</ref><ref>''Jihad Secrets: the Blake Documents'', p. 151</ref><ref>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 11</ref>
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*2x [[LRM-10]]s
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|model = DV-6M<ref name=TRSWp94f />
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*2x [[Medium Laser]]s
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|cost = 4,989,967 [[C-bill]]s
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*2x [[SRM-2]]s
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|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
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|BV (1.0)= 868
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|mech type = BattleMech
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|BV (2.0)= 1,146<ref name=TRO3039/>
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|feet = biped
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|mass = 55
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|chassis = [[Dorwinion Standard 55T]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp94f /> -->
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|armor = [[Maximillian 105]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp94f /> -->
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|engine = [[Core Tek 275]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp94f /> -->
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|comsys = [[Achernar Electronics HID-21]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp94f /> -->
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|T&T = [[Federated Hunter Mk. II]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp94f /> -->
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|heat sinks = 10 [[Heat Sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp94f /> -->
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|speed = 86 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp94f /> -->
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|jumpjets = [[Swingline X-100]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp94f /> -->
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* 2x [[LRM-10]]
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* 2x [[medium laser]]
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|BV (1.0) = 868
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==Description==
 
==Description==
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At the higher end of the medium class, the '''''Dervish''''' is a highly mobile fire support [[BattleMech]]. Commissioned in [[2520]] by the [[Lyran Commonwealth]],<ref name=JS>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 151, "DV-1S 'Primitive' ''Dervish''"</ref> the ''Dervish'' has a maximum speed of 86.4 km/h, letting it keep up with and support most [[BattleTech eras|Succession Wars]]-era medium and light models. Five [[jump jet]]s also gives the 'Mech a jumping capability of one hundred and fifty meters, allowing it to move through rough terrain with ease; these were originally an afterthought in the design but have proven their worth.  While regarded by some as a poor man's ''[[Archer]]'', the ''Dervish'''s speed and weaponry nevertheless allow it to provide quick fire support and free larger 'Mechs for other duties. The design's major flaws are its armoring which, while sufficient to handle small and medium weapons, is inadequate against heavier firepower and its lack of hand actuators.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 64</ref>
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At the higher end of the medium class, the '''''Dervish''''' is a highly mobile fire support [[BattleMech]]. Commissioned in [[Introduction Year::2520]] by the [[Lyran Commonwealth]],<ref name=JS>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 151: "DV-1S 'Primitive' ''Dervish''"</ref> the ''Dervish'' has a maximum speed of 86.4 km/h, letting it keep up with and support most [[BattleTech eras|Succession Wars]]-era medium and light models. Five [[jump jet]]s also gives the 'Mech a jumping capability of 150 meters, allowing it to move through rough terrain with ease; these were originally an afterthought in the design but have proven their worth.  While regarded by some as a poor man's ''[[Archer]]'', the ''Dervish''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s speed and weaponry nevertheless allow it to provide quick fire support and free larger 'Mechs for other duties.
  
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The ''Dervish'' was among the first 'Mechs mass-produced by the [[Great Houses]] and has served as a workhorse for their armies since its introduction. It was eventually commissioned into the [[Star League Defense Force]] during the [[Reunification War]], with the [[Terran Hegemony]] providing funds to allow their original model ''Dervishes'' be upgraded to the DV-6M standard in [[2610]]. Its service in the SLDF ensured the widespread proliferation of the design; even [[ComStar]] [[Explorer Corps]] missions into the [[Deep Periphery]] have found examples of original-model ''Dervishes'' among the forces of [[Nueva Castile]]. Over the course of the Succession Wars however the 'Mech's numbers decreased due to loss or lack of parts, and all but one of Achernar's factories was destroyed.  Though it could still be found throughout the [[Inner Sphere]] by the end of the [[Third Succession War]], only the [[Federated Suns]] maintained production of the venerable design.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050r>''Technical Readout: 3050 Revised'', p. 116-117</ref><ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 62</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/878/Dervish-DV-6M -6M MUL listing]</ref>  
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The design's major flaws lie in its lack of hand actuators and in its armoring. Having no hands limits its usefulness outside of combat and restricts its capability when confronted in close quarters. As for the armor, while sufficient to handle small and medium weapons, it is inadequate against heavier firepower. Commanders cannot overcome the first issue but they can affect the second, albeit at an apparent cost of firepower. The conundrum faced here is that the tradeoff becomes counterintuitive given the 'Mech's primary role in the field.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 64</ref>
  
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The 'Mech remained one of the Suns' most common medium-weight machines, being particularly popular with the [[Avalon Hussars]], and was earmarked for use by several newly-forming [[Federated Commonwealth]] [[regiment]]s after the [[Fourth Succession War]]. However interest in the design began to wane in later years, and while the 7D refit of [[3047]] with its use of [[lostech]] generated higher sales Achernar was forced to heavily lobby House Davion to keep buying them.  Ironically the run-up to the [[FedCom Civil War]] and the conflict itself was enough to increase demand and prevent the company from re-tooling its ''Dervish'' lines. In the wake of the civil war the Federated Suns continued purchasing upgraded ''Dervishes'' while the [[Lyran Alliance]] adopted the ''[[Griffin]]''.  Older models can be found in militia and reserve units in other armies, while small mercenary outfits have found the 'Mech to be durable and easy to maintain.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050u/>
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The ''Dervish'' was among the first 'Mechs mass produced by the [[Great Houses]] and has served as a workhorse for their armies since its introduction. It was eventually commissioned into the [[Star League Defense Force]] during the [[Reunification War]], with the [[Terran Hegemony]] providing funds to allow their original model ''Dervishes'' be upgraded to the DV-6M standard in [[2610]]. Its service in the SLDF ensured the widespread proliferation of the design; even [[ComStar]] [[Explorer Corps (ComStar)|Explorer Corps]] missions into the [[Deep Periphery]] have found examples of original-model ''Dervishes'' among the forces of [[Nueva Castile]]. Over the course of the Succession Wars however the 'Mech's numbers decreased due to loss or lack of parts, and all but one of Achernar's factories was destroyed. Though it could still be found throughout the [[Inner Sphere]] by the end of the [[Third Succession War]], only the [[Federated Suns]] maintained production of the venerable design.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050r>''Technical Readout: 3050 Revised'', pp. 116–117</ref><ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 62</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/878/Dervish-DV-6M -6M MUL listing]</ref>
  
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During the [[Jihad]] a number of manufacturers began manufacturing "[[RetroTech]]" 'Mechs using details of the original production standard of Primitive 'Mech designs; one of the designs that was reintroduced to service as a part of this RetroTech manufacturing production was the original Dervish, with companies such as [[Sword of the Prophet Enterprises]] of [[Algedi]]<ref name="O:DCp34">''Objectives: Draconis Combine'', p. 34, "Sword of the Prophet Enterprises"</ref> producing Primitive Dervishes; production at some sites continued beyond [[3079]].<ref name="O:DCp4">''Objectives: Draconis Combine'', p. 4, "State of the Industry at a Glance (Dec 3079)"</ref>
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The 'Mech remained one of the Suns' most common medium-weight machines, being particularly popular with the [[Avalon Hussars]], and was earmarked for use by several newly forming [[Federated Commonwealth]] [[regiment]]s after the [[Fourth Succession War]]. However, interest in the design began to wane in later years, and while the 7D refit of [[3047]] with its use of [[lostech]] generated higher sales, Achernar was forced to heavily lobby House Davion to keep buying them. Ironically the run-up to the [[FedCom Civil War]] and the conflict itself was enough to increase demand and prevent the company from retooling its ''Dervish'' lines.  In the wake of the civil war the Federated Suns continued purchasing upgraded ''Dervishes'' while the [[Lyran Alliance]] adopted the ''[[Griffin]]''. Older models can be found in militia and reserve units in other armies, while small mercenary outfits have found the 'Mech to be durable and easy to maintain.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050u/>
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During the [[Jihad]] a number of manufacturers began manufacturing "[[retrotech]]" 'Mechs using details of the original production standard of primitive 'Mech designs; one of the designs that was reintroduced to service as a part of this retrotech manufacturing production was the original ''Dervish'', with companies such as [[Sword of the Prophet Enterprises]] of [[Algedi]]<ref name="O:DCp34">''Objectives: Draconis Combine'', p. 34: "Sword of the Prophet Enterprises"</ref> producing primitive ''Dervishes''; production at some sites continued beyond [[3079]].<ref name="O:DCp4">''Objectives: Draconis Combine'', p. 4: "State of the Industry at a Glance (Dec 3079)"</ref>
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
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The ''Dervish'' carries as its main weapons two [[LRM-10|Federated 10-Shot LRM]] launchers. These missile launchers give the ''Dervish'' the long-range capability needed to provide fire support to friendly units and are safely embedded in the torso as opposed to the exposed launchers on other 'Mechs. A ton of ammunition per launcher provides sufficient endurance for any but the most prolonged battles. For close combat, the ''Dervish'' carries two [[SRM-2|Federated 2-Shot SRM]] launchers and two ChisComp 39 [[Medium Laser]]s. The SRM launchers are completely self-contained within the forearms, allowing them to be aimed quickly, and fed by a ton of ammunition each.  The lasers are placed just above the launchers and ensure the 'Mech is still capable of fighting should it run out of missiles. The ''Dervish'' is capable of jumping 150 meters and is protected by seven and a half tons of armor.<ref name=TRO3025 /><ref name=TRO3025r /><ref name=TRO3039 /><ref name=IRS>''Introductory Record Sheets, p. 15</ref>
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The ''Dervish'' carries as its main weapons two [[LRM-10#Federated_10-Shot|Federated 10-Shot]] [[LRM-10]] launchers. These missile launchers give the ''Dervish'' the long-range capability needed to provide fire support to friendly units and are safely embedded in the torso as opposed to the exposed launchers on other 'Mechs. One ton of ammunition per launcher provides sufficient endurance for any but the most prolonged battles. For close combat, the ''Dervish'' carries two [[Federated 2-Shot]] [[SRM-2]] launchers and two [[ChisComp 39]] [[medium laser]]s. The SRM launchers are completely self-contained within the forearms, allowing them to be aimed quickly, and fed by one ton of ammunition each, while the lasers are placed just above the launchers and ensure the 'Mech is still capable of fighting should it run out of missiles. The ''Dervish'' is capable of jumping 150 meters and is protected by seven and a half tons of armor.<ref name=TRO3025 /><ref name=TRO3025r /><ref name=TRO3039 /><ref name=IRS>''Introductory Record Sheets, p. 15</ref>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
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*;DV-1S : The original version of the ''Dervish'' that was produced in 2520 was not up to the same standards as contemporary [[Terran Hegemony]] designs. The use of comparatively "primitive" parts resulted in a heavier cockpit, engine, and less efficient armor. Consequently, the 1S had a top speed of 64 km/h and could only jump ninety meters. While the missile launchers were the same as the 6M, it did not have that version's lasers. 1S variants continued to exist in militias, but were raided for parts during the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]]. By [[2520]] they were completely obsolete.<ref name=XTRO:PV3p5>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 3'', p. 5</ref> Though there were few, if any, remaining by the end of the 2990s, they once again began to be produced on low-tech worlds during the [[Jihad]] due to that conflict's disruption of supply lines.<ref name="O:DCp4"/><ref name="O:DCp34"/> BV (2.0) = 858<ref name=JS /><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/877/Dervish-DV-1S -1S MUL listing]</ref>
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*; DV-1S : The original version of the ''Dervish'' that was produced in 2520 was not up to the same standards as contemporary [[Terran Hegemony]] designs. The use of comparatively "primitive" parts resulted in a heavier cockpit, engine, and less efficient armor. Consequently, the 1S had a top speed of 64 km/h and could only jump 90 meters. While the missile launchers were the same as the 6M, it did not have that version's lasers. 1S variants continued to exist in militias, but were raided for parts during the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]]. It was not intended for front line use, but for militia units.<ref name=XTRO:PV3p5>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 3'', p. 5</ref> Though there were few, if any, remaining by the end of the 2990s, they once again began to be produced on low-tech worlds during the [[Jihad]] due to that conflict's disruption of supply lines.<ref name="O:DCp4"/><ref name="O:DCp34"/> BV (2.0) = 858<ref name=JS /><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/877/Dervish-DV-1S -1S MUL listing]</ref>
  
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*;DV-6Md : This [[Star League]] era variant uses an [[XL Engine]], twelve single heat sinks, and upgrades the LRM-10s to [[LRM-15]]s. Three tons of ammunition are in a [[CASE]] protected torso bin.<ref>''Era Report: 2750'', p. 129</ref>
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*; DV-6Md : This [[Star League]] era variant uses an [[XL engine]], 12 [[Heat Sink|single heat sink]]s, and upgrades the [[LRM-10]]s to [[LRM-15]]s. Three tons of ammunition are in a [[CASE]] protected torso bin. BV (2.0) = 1,251<ref>''Era Report: 2750'', p. 129</ref>
  
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*;DV-6Mr : A field expedient refit, this [[Jihad]]-era upgrade introduced in [[3073]] takes a standard DV-6M and replaces the SRM launchers with [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. The heat sinks are traded for double strength models.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,347<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 83</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/879/Dervish-DV-6Mr -6Mr MUL listing]</ref>
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*; DV-6Mr : A field expedient refit, this [[Jihad]]-era upgrade introduced in [[3073]] takes a standard DV-6M and replaces the [[SRM-2]] launchers with [[medium pulse laser]]s. The single heat sinks are traded for [[Double Heat Sink|double-strength models]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,347<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 83</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/879/Dervish-DV-6Mr -6Mr MUL listing]</ref>
  
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*;DV-7D : The 7D ''Dervish'' is a [[3047]] upgrade of the design using [[Star League]] technology. The 'Mech is built with an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and also uses eight tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor with [[CASE]] for protection against ammunition explosions. With the saved weight, the SRM-2s have been upgraded to [[Streak SRM-2|Federated SuperStreak SRMs]] and the 'Mech uses [[double heat sink]]s. This variant was first produced by Achernar BattleMechs on [[New Avalon]].<ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', p. 126</ref><ref name=TRO3050r /><ref name=TRO3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 62-63</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)'', p. 114</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,328,<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 127</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,412<ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/880/Dervish-DV-7D -7D MUL listing]</ref>
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*; DV-7D : The 7D ''Dervish'' is a [[3047]] upgrade of the design using [[Star League]] technology. The 'Mech is built with an [[endo steel]] chassis and also uses eight tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor with [[CASE]] for protection against ammunition explosions. With the saved weight, the [[SRM-2]]s have been upgraded to [[Streak_SRM-2#Federated_SuperStreak|Federated SuperStreak]] [[Streak SRM-2]]s and the 'Mech uses double heat sinks. This variant was first produced by Achernar BattleMechs on [[New Avalon]].<ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', p. 126</ref><ref name=TRO3050r /><ref name=TRO3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 62–63</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)'', p. 114</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,328;<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 127</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,412<ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/880/Dervish-DV-7D -7D MUL listing]</ref>
  
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*;DV-8D : The 8D ''Dervish'' utilizes some of the newest technologies available at the time of the variant's introduction in [[3062]]. The 'Mech is built with an Endo Steel chassis and is powered by an [[extralight engine]]. It also carries two more tons of armor than the 6M model. The weapons carried by the 8D are two [[LRM-15]] launchers with an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system, while the SRM launchers and medium lasers were removed for four [[ER Medium Laser]]s.<ref name=TRO3050U /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)'', p. 115</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,415<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 95</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,765<ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/881/Dervish-DV-8D -8D MUL listing]</ref>
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*; DV-8D : The 8D ''Dervish'' utilizes some of the newest technologies available at the time of the variant's introduction in [[3062]]. The 'Mech is built with an [[endo steel]] chassis and is powered by an [[extralight engine]], and also carries two more tons of armor than the 6M model. The weapons carried by the 8D are two [[LRM-15]] launchers with an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system, while the [[SRM-2]] launchers and [[medium laser]]s were removed for four [[ER medium laser]]s.<ref name=TRO3050U /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)'', p. 115</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,415;<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 95</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,765<ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/881/Dervish-DV-8D -8D MUL listing]</ref>
  
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*;DV-9D : This upgrade of the -8D introduced in [[3068]] removes the missile launchers and replaces them with four [[MML 5]]s with four tons of ammunition to provide flexibility in the usage of munitions. The saved tonnage was used to add an additional [[double heat sink]], though the heat management system can be quickly overtaxed at short range. Eleven and a half tons of armor improves the 'Mech's durability and a [[Targeting Computer]] was added to aid the accuracy of the lasers.<ref name=TRO3050U /> BV (2.0) = 1,518<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades (Inner Sphere)'', p. 116</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/883/Dervish-DV-9D -9D MUL listing]</ref>
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*; DV-9D : This upgrade of the -8D introduced in [[3068]] removes the missile launchers and replaces them with four [[MML-5]]s with five tons of ammunition to provide flexibility in the usage of munitions. The saved tonnage was used to add an additional double heat sink, though the heat management system can be quickly overtaxed at short range. 11.5 tons of armor improves the 'Mech's durability and a [[targeting computer]] was added to aid the accuracy of the lasers.<ref name=TRO3050U /> BV (2.0) = 1,518<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades (Inner Sphere)'', p. 116</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/883/Dervish-DV-9D -9D MUL listing]</ref>
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*; DV-11DK: A [[Draconis Combine]]-built variant built after the fall of [[New Avalon]], it combines the best of [[Clan]]-like Combine missile launchers and [[Federated Suns]] laser technology. Building from the original model, this model features 5 jump jets, a 275-rated [[XL engine]] and a [[Compact Gyro]] on an [[Endo-Steel]] chassis protected by [[Ballistic-Reinforced Armor]]. Similar to the original mass-production model, the 11DK features 2 clan-specced [[LRM 10]] in the torsos with 2 tons of ammo, while each arm is equipped with an [[Actuator Enhancement System]], a clan-specced [[Streak SRM 2]] and a [[Medium Re-engineered Laser]], providing good short range punch. BV (1.0) = ???? BV (2.0) = 1,919 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 29'', p.13</ref>
  
 
==Custom Variants==
 
==Custom Variants==
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*;DV-8D2 Dervish "Lightbringer" : The ''Dervish Lightbringer'' is a heavily customized 'Mech designed for close combat in the [[Solaris]] arenas. A deadly close-in fighter, the ''Lightbringer'' has recently been seen fighting in grudge matches across the [[Free Worlds League]]. After removing the standard armament and jump jets from a ''DV-8D'', Nikos Matapoulous installed eight [[Improved Jump Jets]] in the legs and torso, and each arm is now equipped with a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s and a [[Snub-Nose PPC]]. A helmet of [[Spikes]], arranged in a crown, protects the 'Mech's head from melee attacks, and a pair of [[Coolant Pod]]s helps shed the massive heat load from the ''Lightbringer's'' arsenal. BV (2.0) = 1,658.<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates'', p. 6</ref>
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*; DV-8D2 "Lightbringer" : The ''Lightbringer'' is a heavily customized 'Mech designed for close combat in the [[Solaris]] arenas. A deadly close-in fighter, the ''Lightbringer'' has recently been seen fighting in grudge matches across the [[Free Worlds League]]. After removing the standard armament and [[jump jet]]s from a DV-8D, [[Nikos Matapoulous]] installed eight [[improved jump jet]]s in the legs and torso, and each arm is now equipped with a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s and a [[snub-nose PPC]]. A helmet of [[spikes]], arranged in a crown, protects the 'Mech's head from melee attacks, and a pair of [[coolant pod]]s helps shed the massive heat load from the ''Lightbringer''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s arsenal. BV (2.0) = 1,658.<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates'', p. 6</ref>
  
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*;DV-6M Dervish "Mauck" : The customized 'Mech of fierce [[Azami]] warrior Ukla Mauck, Mauck stripped the missile launchers from his 'Mech and replaced them with a trio of [[MRM-10]]s. The further addition of [[Triple Strength Myomer]]s makes Mauck's nearly 200-year old ''Dervish'' a terror in close-range combat.<ref name=TRO3050U/> <ref name="CGLF20130716">[http://bg.battletech.com/forums/index.php/topic,30556.msg729213.html#msg729213 Kit deSummersville, Freelance BattleTech Writer, 16 July 2013]</ref>
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*; DV-6M "Mauck" : The customized 'Mech of fierce [[Azami]] warrior [[Ukla Mauck]], Mauck stripped the missile launchers from his 'Mech and replaced them with a trio of [[MRM-10]]s. The further addition of [[Triple Strength Myomer]] makes Mauck's nearly 200-year-old ''Dervish'' a terror in close-range combat.<ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name="CGLF20130716">[http://bg.battletech.com/forums/index.php/topic,30556.msg729213.html#msg729213 Kit deSummersville, Freelance BattleTech Writer, 16 July 2013]</ref>
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===Apocryphal Variants===
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''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:
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*; DV-7P : A PGI-invented variant, the 7P carries an [[MRM-20]] and [[MRM-10]] in each arm, supported by a [[medium laser]] in each arm and side torso. Such a heavy loadout while retaining the ''Dervish''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s usual seven and half tons of armor and five [[jump jet]]s is made possible with an 275-rated [[extralight engine]] and [[endo steel]] frame. The 7P is fitted with 10 double heat sinks and carries a combined four tons of MRM reloads.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online Dervish'' Sale Page</ref>
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*; DV-FR ''Frenzy'' : MechWarrior Online's ''Dervish'' [[Hero 'Mech]], the ''Frenzy'', is built around an 275-rated [[extralight engine]] and an [[endo steel]] frame, carrying an [[SRM-4]] in each arm in support of [[LRM-20]] in each side torso. Clad in seven and half tons of [[standard armor]] and fitted with five [[jump jet]]s and ten double heat sinks, the ''Frenzy'' carries two tons each of LRM and SRM missile reloads.<ref name=MWO/>
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== Design Quirks ==
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The ''Dervish'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91: Design Quirk Table - Dervish Entry</ref>
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* [[Easy to Maintain]]
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==Design Quirks==
 
 
The ''DV-1S Dervish'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:PV3p5/>
 
The ''DV-1S Dervish'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:PV3p5/>
 
* [[Easy to Maintain]]
 
* [[Easy to Maintain]]
 
* [[Obsolete|Obsolete/2520]]
 
* [[Obsolete|Obsolete/2520]]
  
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==BattleMech Gallery==
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==Related Designs==
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''[[Hellspawn]]'' - The ''Hellspawn'' was created by General Motors to replace the design for the Davion half of Federated Commonwealth.
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==Notes==
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* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Derwisch'''''. The model code was changed accordingly to '''DW-6M'''.
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* In French products, the unit's proper name was translated as '''''Derviche'''''.
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Image:Primitive Dervish.jpg|The primitive DV-1S ''Dervish''
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3025_Dervish1.jpg|Original DV-6M ''Dervish'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]''
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Image:Dervish.jpg|DV-6M ''Dervish''
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Dervish TRO3025revised.png|DV-6M ''Dervish'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised|TRO:3025 Revised]]''
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Image:CCG Unlimited Dervish M.jpg|DV-6M ''Dervish'' in motion
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DV-Dervsh.png|DV-7D ''Dervish'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''
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File:DV-Dervsh.png|DV-7D ''Dervish''
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3050U Dervish.jpg|DV-7D ''Dervish'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]''
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Image:3050U Dervish.jpg|DV-7D ''Dervish''
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DV-8D2 Dervish.jpg|Experimental DV-8D2 ''Dervish'' Lightbringer from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates|XTRO:Pirates]]''
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Image:CCG Unlimited Dervish D.jpg|DV-7D ''Dervish'' in combat
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Dervish RGilClan v29.jpg|''Dervish'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 29|RG:iClan vol. 29]]''
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Image:DV-8D2 Dervish.jpg|DV-8D2 ''Dervish'' "Lightbringer"
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Camodavionsyrtisfusiliers.png|''Dervish'' in colors of [[Syrtis Fusiliers]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]''
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Image:Dervish_CBTIRp19.png|A ''Dervish'' receives a fatal hit to the cockpit.
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Camomech-derwisch.png|DV-6M ''Dervish'' of [[Robinson Rangers]] from ''[[Classic BattleTech Universe|CBT Universe]]''
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Dervish_CBTIRp19.png|A ''Dervish'' receives a fatal hit to the cockpit from ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook|CBT Intro Rulebook]]''
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DV-1S Dervish JSTBD.png|Primitive DV-1S ''Dervish'' from ''[[Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents|Jihad Secrets]]''
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DV-1S_Dervish_XTROPrimitivesIII.jpg|Primitive DV-1S ''Dervish'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 3|XTRO: Primitives, Vol. 3]]''
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CCG Unlimited Dervish M.jpg|DV-6M ''Dervish'' in motion from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
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CCG Unlimited Dervish D.jpg|DV-7D ''Dervish'' in combat from ''CCG''
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MWO Dervish.png|Model of ''Dervish'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
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BattleTech4e-Dervish.jpg|''Dervish'' standee from ''[[BattleTech, Fourth Edition]]''
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Alpha Strike Fire Lance - Dervish.jpg|''Dervish'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Alpha Strike: Fire Lance Pack]]''
 
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
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* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
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* ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Record Sheets]]''
 
* ''[[Era Report: 2750]]''
 
* ''[[Era Report: 2750]]''
 
* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates]]''
 
* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates]]''
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* ''[[Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents]]''
 
* ''[[Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents]]''
 
* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
 
* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
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* [https://mwomercs.com/dervish ''MechWarrior Online Dervish'' Sale Page]
 
* ''[[Objectives: Draconis Combine]]''
 
* ''[[Objectives: Draconis Combine]]''
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* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 29]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
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Latest revision as of 20:23, 22 February 2024

Dervish
Dervish
Production information
Manufacturer Achernar BattleMechs[1]

Arcturan Arms

Coalition Armory Inc.

Hope Industrial Works

Oriente Weapon Works

McRae Quik Construct

Sword of the Prophet Enterprises

Production Year 2520[2][3][4][5]
Model DV-6M[1]
Class Medium
Cost 4,989,967 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Inner Sphere BattleMech
Mass 55 tons
Chassis Dorwinion Standard 55T
Armor Maximillian 105
Engine Core Tek 275
Communications System Achernar Electronics HID-21
Targeting Tracking System Federated Hunter Mk. II
Heat Sinks 10 single
Speed 86 km/h
Jump Jets Swingline X-100
Armament
BV (1.0) 868
BV (2.0) 1,146[1][2]


Description[edit]

At the higher end of the medium class, the Dervish is a highly mobile fire support BattleMech. Commissioned in 2520 by the Lyran Commonwealth,[6] the Dervish has a maximum speed of 86.4 km/h, letting it keep up with and support most Succession Wars-era medium and light models. Five jump jets also gives the 'Mech a jumping capability of 150 meters, allowing it to move through rough terrain with ease; these were originally an afterthought in the design but have proven their worth. While regarded by some as a poor man's Archer, the Dervish's speed and weaponry nevertheless allow it to provide quick fire support and free larger 'Mechs for other duties.

The design's major flaws lie in its lack of hand actuators and in its armoring. Having no hands limits its usefulness outside of combat and restricts its capability when confronted in close quarters. As for the armor, while sufficient to handle small and medium weapons, it is inadequate against heavier firepower. Commanders cannot overcome the first issue but they can affect the second, albeit at an apparent cost of firepower. The conundrum faced here is that the tradeoff becomes counterintuitive given the 'Mech's primary role in the field.[2][3][7]

The Dervish was among the first 'Mechs mass produced by the Great Houses and has served as a workhorse for their armies since its introduction. It was eventually commissioned into the Star League Defense Force during the Reunification War, with the Terran Hegemony providing funds to allow their original model Dervishes be upgraded to the DV-6M standard in 2610. Its service in the SLDF ensured the widespread proliferation of the design; even ComStar Explorer Corps missions into the Deep Periphery have found examples of original-model Dervishes among the forces of Nueva Castile. Over the course of the Succession Wars however the 'Mech's numbers decreased due to loss or lack of parts, and all but one of Achernar's factories was destroyed. Though it could still be found throughout the Inner Sphere by the end of the Third Succession War, only the Federated Suns maintained production of the venerable design.[2][3][7][8][9][10][11]

The 'Mech remained one of the Suns' most common medium-weight machines, being particularly popular with the Avalon Hussars, and was earmarked for use by several newly forming Federated Commonwealth regiments after the Fourth Succession War. However, interest in the design began to wane in later years, and while the 7D refit of 3047 with its use of lostech generated higher sales, Achernar was forced to heavily lobby House Davion to keep buying them. Ironically the run-up to the FedCom Civil War and the conflict itself was enough to increase demand and prevent the company from retooling its Dervish lines. In the wake of the civil war the Federated Suns continued purchasing upgraded Dervishes while the Lyran Alliance adopted the Griffin. Older models can be found in militia and reserve units in other armies, while small mercenary outfits have found the 'Mech to be durable and easy to maintain.[2][10]

During the Jihad a number of manufacturers began manufacturing "retrotech" 'Mechs using details of the original production standard of primitive 'Mech designs; one of the designs that was reintroduced to service as a part of this retrotech manufacturing production was the original Dervish, with companies such as Sword of the Prophet Enterprises of Algedi[12] producing primitive Dervishes; production at some sites continued beyond 3079.[13]

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

The Dervish carries as its main weapons two Federated 10-Shot LRM-10 launchers. These missile launchers give the Dervish the long-range capability needed to provide fire support to friendly units and are safely embedded in the torso as opposed to the exposed launchers on other 'Mechs. One ton of ammunition per launcher provides sufficient endurance for any but the most prolonged battles. For close combat, the Dervish carries two Federated 2-Shot SRM-2 launchers and two ChisComp 39 medium lasers. The SRM launchers are completely self-contained within the forearms, allowing them to be aimed quickly, and fed by one ton of ammunition each, while the lasers are placed just above the launchers and ensure the 'Mech is still capable of fighting should it run out of missiles. The Dervish is capable of jumping 150 meters and is protected by seven and a half tons of armor.[3][7][2][14]

Variants[edit]

  • DV-1S 
    The original version of the Dervish that was produced in 2520 was not up to the same standards as contemporary Terran Hegemony designs. The use of comparatively "primitive" parts resulted in a heavier cockpit, engine, and less efficient armor. Consequently, the 1S had a top speed of 64 km/h and could only jump 90 meters. While the missile launchers were the same as the 6M, it did not have that version's lasers. 1S variants continued to exist in militias, but were raided for parts during the Succession Wars. It was not intended for front line use, but for militia units.[15] Though there were few, if any, remaining by the end of the 2990s, they once again began to be produced on low-tech worlds during the Jihad due to that conflict's disruption of supply lines.[13][12] BV (2.0) = 858[6][16]
  • DV-9D 
    This upgrade of the -8D introduced in 3068 removes the missile launchers and replaces them with four MML-5s with five tons of ammunition to provide flexibility in the usage of munitions. The saved tonnage was used to add an additional double heat sink, though the heat management system can be quickly overtaxed at short range. 11.5 tons of armor improves the 'Mech's durability and a targeting computer was added to aid the accuracy of the lasers.[21] BV (2.0) = 1,518[28][29]

Custom Variants[edit]

  • DV-8D2 "Lightbringer" 
    The Lightbringer is a heavily customized 'Mech designed for close combat in the Solaris arenas. A deadly close-in fighter, the Lightbringer has recently been seen fighting in grudge matches across the Free Worlds League. After removing the standard armament and jump jets from a DV-8D, Nikos Matapoulous installed eight improved jump jets in the legs and torso, and each arm is now equipped with a pair of ER medium lasers and a snub-nose PPC. A helmet of spikes, arranged in a crown, protects the 'Mech's head from melee attacks, and a pair of coolant pods helps shed the massive heat load from the Lightbringer's arsenal. BV (2.0) = 1,658.[31]
  • DV-6M "Mauck" 
    The customized 'Mech of fierce Azami warrior Ukla Mauck, Mauck stripped the missile launchers from his 'Mech and replaced them with a trio of MRM-10s. The further addition of Triple Strength Myomer makes Mauck's nearly 200-year-old Dervish a terror in close-range combat.[21][32]

Apocryphal Variants[edit]

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  • DV-7P 
    A PGI-invented variant, the 7P carries an MRM-20 and MRM-10 in each arm, supported by a medium laser in each arm and side torso. Such a heavy loadout while retaining the Dervish's usual seven and half tons of armor and five jump jets is made possible with an 275-rated extralight engine and endo steel frame. The 7P is fitted with 10 double heat sinks and carries a combined four tons of MRM reloads.[33]
  • DV-FR Frenzy 
    MechWarrior Online's Dervish Hero 'Mech, the Frenzy, is built around an 275-rated extralight engine and an endo steel frame, carrying an SRM-4 in each arm in support of LRM-20 in each side torso. Clad in seven and half tons of standard armor and fitted with five jump jets and ten double heat sinks, the Frenzy carries two tons each of LRM and SRM missile reloads.[33]

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Design Quirks[edit]

The Dervish is subject to the following Design Quirks:[34]

The DV-1S Dervish variant is subject to the following Design Quirks:[15]

Related Designs[edit]

Hellspawn - The Hellspawn was created by General Motors to replace the design for the Davion half of Federated Commonwealth.

Notes[edit]

  • In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Derwisch. The model code was changed accordingly to DW-6M.
  • In French products, the unit's proper name was translated as Derviche.

Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Technical Readout: Succession Wars, pp. 94–95: DV-6M Dervish
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Technical Readout: 3039, pp. 140–141
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Technical Readout: 3025, p. 62
  4. ↑ Jihad Secrets: the Blake Documents, p. 151
  5. ↑ Era Digest: Age of War, p. 11
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents, p. 151: "DV-1S 'Primitive' Dervish"
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 Technical Readout: 3025 Revised, p. 64
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 Technical Readout: 3050, p. 126
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 Technical Readout: 3050 Revised, pp. 116–117
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, p. 62
  11. ↑ -6M MUL listing
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 Objectives: Draconis Combine, p. 34: "Sword of the Prophet Enterprises"
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 Objectives: Draconis Combine, p. 4: "State of the Industry at a Glance (Dec 3079)"
  14. ↑ Introductory Record Sheets, p. 15
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 3, p. 5
  16. ↑ -1S MUL listing
  17. ↑ Era Report: 2750, p. 129
  18. ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 190
  19. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New, p. 83
  20. ↑ -6Mr MUL listing
  21. ↑ 21.0 21.1 21.2 21.3 Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, pp. 62–63
  22. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere), p. 114
  23. ↑ 23.0 23.1 Combat Operations, p. 127
  24. ↑ -7D MUL listing
  25. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere), p. 115
  26. ↑ Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 95
  27. ↑ -8D MUL listing
  28. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades (Inner Sphere), p. 116
  29. ↑ -9D MUL listing
  30. ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 29, p.13
  31. ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates, p. 6
  32. ↑ Kit deSummersville, Freelance BattleTech Writer, 16 July 2013
  33. ↑ 33.0 33.1 MechWarrior Online Dervish Sale Page
  34. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91: Design Quirk Table - Dervish Entry

Bibliography[edit]

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