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{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image = Deva.PNG
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|image=Deva.PNG
|name = ''Deva''
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|name=Deva
|manufacturer =  
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|manufacturer=[[Martinson Armaments]], [[Gibson Federated BattleMechs - (Free Worlds Defense Industries)|Gibson Federated BattleMechs]]
[[Free_Worlds_Defense_Industries#Gibson_Federated_BattleMechs|Gibson Federated BattleMechs]]<ref name=TRJp144f>''Technical Readout: Jihad'', pp. 144–145: "CC-DVA-O Deva"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3075 -->
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|production year=3069
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|year reference=<ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3072'', p. 135</ref>
[[Martinson Armaments]]<ref name=TRJp144f />
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|model=C-DVA-O
|production year = 3069
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|class=Heavy
|year reference = <ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3072'', p. 135</ref>
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|cost= 19,103,963 C-bills
|model = C-DVA-O<ref name=TRJp144f />
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|mass=70
|class = Heavy
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|chassis=Celestial Series [[Endo Steel|DV1E]]
|cost = 19,103,963 C-bills
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|armor=Durallex Divine Protector
|Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]]
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|engine=Inspiration 280 [[Light Fusion Engine|Light Fusion]]
|mech type = omni
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|comsys=[[Master's Voice Cel-Alpha]]
|feet = 2
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|T&T=[[Master's Sight 1-Omega]]
|mass = 70
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|heat sinks=11 [[Double heat sinks]]
|chassis = [[Celestial Series DV1E]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp144f /> -->
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|speed=64
|armor = [[Durallex Divine Protector]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp144f /> -->
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|armament=
|engine = [[Inspiration 280 Light Fusion|Inspiration 280]] [[Light Fusion Engine|Light Fusion]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp144f /> -->
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*1x [[Gauss Rifle]]
|comsys = [[Master's Voice Cel-Alpha]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp144f /> -->
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*3x [[Light PPC]]s
|T&T = [[Master's Sight 1-Omega]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp144f /> -->
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*1x [[Retractable Blade]]
|heat sinks = 11 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp144f /> -->
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|BV (2.0)=1,584<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 84</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 164</ref>
|speed = 64 <!-- <ref name=TRJp144f /> -->
 
|armament = <!-- <ref name=TRJp144f /> -->
 
Fixed Equipment
 
* 1x [[improved C3 computer]]
 
Primary (''Invictus'') Configuration
 
* 1x [[Gauss rifle]]
 
* 3x [[Light PPC]]
 
* 1x [[Retractable Blade]]
 
* 1x [[CASE]]
 
|BV (2.0) = 1,584<ref name=TRJp144f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 164</ref>
 
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
Another of the [[Word of Blake]]'s [[Celestial series]] [[OmniMech]]s, the '''''Deva''''' (named for [[w:Deva (Hinduism)|celestial beings]] from the Hindu belief system) also makes extensive use of new technologies. It is built with a [[light fusion engine]], a [[Heavy-Duty Gyro|heavy-duty gyro]] that can take half again as much punishment as its standard counterpart, and the [[small cockpit]] common to all of the Celestials. All of these brand new pieces make the [[Endo Steel]] frame they are assembled on seem normal by comparison. The tough [['Mech]] is protected by thirteen and a half tons of standard armor. It also uses the [[C3i Computer]] ubiquitous to the Celestials.
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Another of the [[Word of Blake]]'s [[Celestial series]] [[OmniMech]]s, the ''Deva'' (named for celestial beings from the Hindu belief system) also makes extensive use of new technologies. It is built with a [[light fusion engine]], a [[Heavy-Duty Gyro|heavy-duty gyro]] that can take half again as much punishment as its standard counterpart, and the [[small cockpit]] common to all of the Celestials. All of these brand new pieces make the [[Endo Steel]] frame they are assembled on seem normal by comparison. The tough [['Mech]] is protected by thirteen and a half tons of standard armor. It also uses the [[C3i Computer]] ubiquitous to the Celestials.
  
==Weapons and Equipment==
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==Armament==
The Invictus model makes good use of its [[C3i Computer]] with a [[Gauss rifle]] and a trio of [[Light PPC]]s. Obviously meant as a direct-fire support model, the inclusion of the [[Retractable Blade]] is somewhat confusing to outsiders, as is the paltry ton of ammunition devoted to the design's main gun. The 'Mech shields its [[Manei Domini]] pilot from the potentially dangerous [[Gauss rifle]] with [[CASE]] in its right side.
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The Invictus model makes good use of its [[C3i Computer]] with a [[Gauss Rifle]] and a trio of [[Light PPC]]s. Obviously meant as a direct-fire support model, the inclusion of the [[Retractable Blade]] is somewhat confusing to outsiders, as is the paltry ton of ammunition devoted to the design's main gun. The 'Mech shields its [[Manei Domini]] pilot from the potentially dangerous [[Gauss Rifle]] with [[CASE]] in its right side.
  
 
==Alternate Configurations==
 
==Alternate Configurations==
*; Alternate Configuration A (''Dominus'') : This variant uses a [[rotary autocannon/5]] and a [[MML-7|Multi-Missile Launcher 7]]. [[CASE]] protects the ammunition for both of these weapons. A [[Light PPC]], an [[ER Small Laser]], and a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s back them up. All of these weapons, except for the missile launcher, are guided by a [[Targeting Computer]].<ref name=TRJp144f /> BV (2.0) = 1,727<ref name=TRJp144f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 165</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. A (''Dominus'') : This variant uses a [[Rotary Autocannon/5]] and a [[MML-7|Multi-Missile Launcher 7]]. [[CASE]] protects the ammunition for both of these weapons. A [[Light PPC]], an [[ER Small Laser]], and a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s back them up. All of these weapons, except for the missile launcher, are guided by a [[Targeting Computer]]. BV (2.0) = 1,727<ref name=3075-85>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 85</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 165</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration B (''Infernus'') : Meant to stay a good distance back from enemy units, the ''Deva'' B carries an [[ER PPC]] in each arm. The ''Infernus'' adds five heat sinks, leaving the [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] with no real heat concerns. Adding to that, a [[Targeting Computer]] makes the cannons even more accurate. A pair of [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s that also benefit from the advanced computer can be utilized should an enemy get within range. Defensively, a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] ensures that enemies cannot benefit from electronics against the ''Deva'' or its nearby allies.<ref name=TRJp144f /> BV (2.0) = 1,713<ref name=TRJp144f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 166</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. B (''Infernus'') : Meant to stay a good distance back from enemy units, the ''Deva B'' carries an [[ER PPC]] in each arm. The ''Infernus'' piles on enough heat sinks that the [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] has no real heat concerns. Adding to that, a [[Targeting Computer]] makes the cannons even more accurate. A pair of [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s that also benefit from the advanced computer can be utilized should an enemy get within range. Defensively, a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] ensures that enemies cannot benefit from electronics against the ''Deva'' or its nearby allies. BV (2.0) = 1,713<ref name=3075-85 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 166</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration C (''Comminus'') : The ''Comminus'' variant is designed to mix it up close to enemies, a task it is aided in by the mobility that [[jump jet]]s give it. An [[Ultra Autocannon/20]] is still the most powerful gun in the [[Inner Sphere]]'s arsenal. A three-ton, CASE-protected ammunition bin keeps it in supply, though a MechWarrior should not waste shots. For that, he or she can utilize the trio of ER Medium Laser and the single ER Small, partly cooled by two extra double heat sinks. Like the ''Infernus'', the ''Deva'' C is protected by an ECM Suite.<ref name=TRJp144f /> BV (2.0) = 1,749<ref name=TRJp144f /> or 1,743<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 167</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. C (''Comminus'') : The ''Comminus'' variant is designed to mix it up close to enemies, a task it is aided in by the mobility that [[jump jet]]s give it. An [[Ultra Autocannon/20]] is still the most powerful gun in the [[Inner Sphere]]'s arsenal. A three-ton, CASE-protected ammunition bin keeps it in supply, though a MechWarrior should not waste shots. For that, he or she can utilize the trio of ER Medium Laser and the single ER Small. Like the ''Infernus'', the ''Deva C'' is protected by an ECM Suite. BV (2.0) = 1,749<ref name=3075-85 />, 1,743<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 167</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration D (''Luminos'') : This configuration has enough weapons to feel at home at range or up close. Like the ''Comminus'' variant, it mounts enough jump jets to leap up to 120 meters at a time. For long-range combat, the ''Deva'' D mounts a [[Heavy PPC]]. In close, two ER Mediums and four Medium Pulse Lasers can quickly disable an opponent. An additional ER Medium and an ER Small protect the 'Mech's rear, while five extra double heat help alleviate the massive heat production.<ref name=TRJp144f /> BV (2.0) = 1,711<ref name=TRJp144f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 168</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. D (''Luminos'') : This configuration has enough weapons to feel at home at range or up close. Like the ''Comminus'' variant, it mounts enough jump jets to leap up to 120 meters at a time. For long-range combat, the ''Deva D'' mounts a [[Heavy PPC]]. In close, two ER Mediums and four Medium Pulse Lasers can quickly disable an opponent. An additional ER Medium and an ER Small protect the 'Mech's rear. BV (2.0) = 1,711<ref name=3075-85 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 168</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration E (''Eminus'') : The centerpiece of the ''Deva'' E is an experimental [[Thunderbolt 15]]. Similar to the ''Invictus'' variant, the ''Eminus'' mounts four Light PPCs and only carries eight rounds for its largest gun. In place of the primary configuration's Retractable Blade, the ''Deva'' E carries a pair of ER Medium Lasers, though one arm is left free of weapons. Two extra double heat sinks and CASE are also carried.<ref name=TRJp144f /> BV (2.0) = 1,686<ref name=TRJp144f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 169</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. E (''Eminus'') : The centerpiece of the ''Deva E'' is an experimental [[Thunderbolt 15]]. Similar to the ''Invictus'' variant, the ''Eminus'' mounts four Light PPCs and only carries eight rounds for its largest gun. In place of the primary configuration's Retractable Blade, the ''Deva E'' carries a pair of ER Medium Lasers, though one arm is left free of weapons. BV (2.0) = 1,686<ref name=3075-85 /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 169</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration S (''Caelestis'') : Using a pair of [[Binary Laser Cannon]]s mated to an advanced [[Targeting Computer]], this configuration of the ''Deva'' is a deadly sniper. For close in protection the ''Caelestis'' mounts an [[ER Small Laser]]. A [[Laser Anti-Missile System]] defends against warheads, while a [[Supercharger]] allows it to temporarily boost its speed to nearly 84 km/h. BV (2.0) = 1,937<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 163</ref>, 1,785<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 170</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. S (''Caelestis'') : Using a pair of [[Binary Laser Cannon]]s mated to an advanced [[Targeting Computer]], this configuration of the ''Deva'' is a deadly sniper. For close in protection the ''Caelestis'' mounts an [[ER Small Laser]]. A [[Laser Anti-Missile System]] defends against warheads, while a [[Supercharger]] allows it to temporarily boost its speed to nearly 84 km/h. BV (2.0) = 1,937<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 163</ref>, 1,785<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 170</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration U (''Exanimus'') : This variant is equipped with four [[UMU]]s that allow it to move through the water at 46 km/h. To make the best use of this speed, the ''Deva Exanimus'' carries a pair of [[LRT-15]]s in one arm and a trio of [[ER Medium Laser]]s in the other. A single [[ER Small Laser]] finishes off the offensive capability of this model. BV (2.0) = 1,685<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 97</ref>
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*;Alt. Config. U (''Exanimus'') : This variant is equipped with four [[UMU]]s that allow it to move through the water at 46 km/h. To make the best use of this speed, the ''Deva Exanimus'' carries a pair of [[LRT-15]]s in one arm and a trio of [[ER Medium Laser]]s in the other. A single [[ER Small Laser]] finishes off the offensive capability of this model. BV (2.0) = 1,685<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 97</ref>
  
===Custom Configurations===
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==Non-Standard Configurations==
*; <span id="Deva (Achillius)">''Deva'' Achillius</span> : The custom configuration of [[Opacus Venatori]] member [[Adept]] [[Achillius St. John]] carries a pair of arm-mounted [[Ramtech 9500V]] [[Large Variable Speed Pulse Laser]]s supported by two Diverse Optics ER Medium Lasers in the head, all four lasers linked to a Targeting Computer. A Supercharger ensures St. John reaches optimum range in an instant while three extra [[Double Heat Sink]]s allow him to constantly fire as he does. BV (2.0) = 1,727 <ref name="WB">''Starterbook: Wolf and Blake'', pp. 45, 106.</ref>
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*;''Deva'' Achillius : The custom config of [[Opacus Venatori]] member [[Adept]] [[Achillius St. John]] carries a pair of arm-mounted [[Ramtech 9500V]] [[Large Variable Speed Pulse Laser]]s supported by two Diverse Optics ER Medium Lasers in the head, all four lasers linked to a Targeting Computer. A Supercharger ensures St. John reaches optimum range in an instant while three extra [[Double Heat Sink]]s allow him to constantly fire as he does. BV (2.0) = 1,727 <ref name="WB">''Starterbook: Wolf and Blake'', pp. 45, 106.</ref>
 
 
==Design Quirks==
 
The ''Deva'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91 BattleMech Quirk Table - Deva Entry.</ref>
 
* [[Improved Communications]]
 
* [[Improved Sensors]]
 
* [[Bad Reputation]]
 
  
 
==Sightings==
 
==Sightings==
*A ''Deva'' piloted by [[Demi-Precentor]] [[Eric Hughes]] fought against a [[Clan Nova Cat]] ''[[Nova Cat (OmniMech)|Nova Cat]]'' and an [[SM1]] on 21 August [[3072]], in the [[Nagasaki]] community zone of the [[Crane (district)|Crane]] district on [[Luthien]].<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Luthien'', p. 1, "Manifest Destiny"</ref>
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*A ''Deva'' piloted by [[Demi-Precentor]] [[Eric Hughes]] fought against a [[Clan Nova Cat]] ''[[Nova Cat (BattleMech)|Nova Cat]]'' and an [[SM1]] on 21 August [[3072]], in the [[Nagasaki]] community zone of the [[Crane (district)|Crane]] district on [[Luthien]].<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Luthien'', p. 1, "Manifest Destiny"</ref>
 
 
==Gallery==
 
<gallery>
 
File:Deva.PNG|Original ''Deva'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3075|TRO:3075]]''
 
</gallery>
 
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
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