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|name=Ebony
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|name=''Ebony''
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|manufacturer=[[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]] <br/> [[Hellespont 'Mech Works]]
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|manufacturer=[[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]],<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/>
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[[Hellespont 'Mech Works]]<ref name="TRO:3085p58+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 58–59: "MEB-9 Ebony"</ref>
 
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|year reference= <ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/942/ MUL online data for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
|model=MEB-9
 
|model=MEB-9
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|class=Light
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|cost=5,460,834 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/>
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|Tech Base=Inner Sphere
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|mech type=BattleMech
 
|mass=25
 
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|chassis=Majesty MLIX Endo Steel
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|chassis=[[Majesty MLIX]] [[endo steel]]<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/>
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|armor=[[Stealth Armor|Hellespont Light Stealth]]
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|armor=[[Hellespont Light Stealth]]<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/>
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|engine=[[XL Fusion Engine|Magna 250 XL]]
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|engine=[[Magna 250]] [[XL engine]]<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/>
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|speed=162
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|comsys=[[Majesty COMSET]] with [[Guardian ECM suite]]<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/>
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|T&T=[[Majesty 032-199]]<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/>
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|heat sinks=10 [[double heat sink]]s<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/>
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|armament=[[Snub-Nose PPC]]
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|armament= 1x [[Snub-nose PPC]]<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/>
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|BV (2.0)=1,012<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 59 Ebony's BV(2.0).</ref>
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|BV (2.0) = 1,012<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Records Sheets: 3085 Print Edition'', p. 40</ref>
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== Description ==
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The '''''Ebony''''' is a [[BattleMech#Light|light]] [[BattleMech]] produced jointly by the [[Magistracy of Canopus]] and the [[Capellan Confederation]]. This stealthy BattleMech first appeared in [[3081]], and was reportedly being built in factories on [[Canopus IV]] and [[Sian]]. The 'Mech is allegedly named for the Magistracy's secret intelligence branch, the [[Ebon Magistrate]].<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/>
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When it made its first appearance, the design's origins, including as far back to where it was built, was a mystery to intelligence agencies. Large concentrations of the design were found among Capellan forces on the border of the still forming [[Republic of the Sphere]].<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/>
  
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==Description==
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==Weapons and Equipment==
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The '''''Ebony''''' is a Light BattleMech produced jointly by the [[Magistracy of Canopus]] and the [[Capellan Confederation]]. This stealthy BattleMech first appeared in [[3081]], and was reportedly being built in factories on [[Canopus IV]] and [[Sian]]. The 'Mech is allegedly named for the Magistracy's secret intelligence branch, the [[Ebon Magistrate]].
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The ''Ebony''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s only offensive weapon is its right arm-mounted [[Ceres Arms Thrasher]] [[snub-nose PPC]].<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/> [[Triple Strength Myomer]] is also installed, but a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] would need to disengage some of its 10 [[double heat sinks]] in order to quickly activate it; with the TSM engaged, the ''Ebony'' is able to reach speeds over 160 km/h. The design employs five-and-a-half tons of [[stealth armor]], powered by a [[Guardian ECM suite]], to both protect and allow it to move into position to attack its target.<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/>
  
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The design employs 5.5 tons of Stealth Armor and a [[Guardian ECM]] to allow it to move into position to attack its target. A MechWarrior would need to disengage some of its 20 [[Double Heat Sinks]] in order to activate the 'Mech's [[Triple Strength Myomer]]. With the TSM engaged, the ''Ebony'' is able to reach speeds up to 170 km/h.
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==Variants==
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*; MEB-10 : A Capellan variant of the ''Ebony'' introduced in [[Introduction Year::3081]],<ref name="MUL2"/> this one swaps out its [[snub-nose PPC]] for an [[ER large laser]], while also arming it with a [[Dao|''dao''-style]] [[Sword (weapon)|sword]] in its left arm. The MEB-10 was given additional armor to round out its improvements.<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/> BV (2.0) = 1,003<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 84</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/940/ebony-meb-10/ MUL online data for the Ebony MEB-10 variant]''</ref>
  
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When it made its first appearance, the design's origins, including as far back to where it was built, was a mystery to intelligence agencies. Large concentrations of the design were found among Capellan forces on the border of the still forming [[Republic of the Sphere]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 58-59 - Ebony's background and equipment information.</ref>
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*; MEB-11 : The -11 is a second variant produced for the ''Ebony'', which initially was not popular with its pilots. The MEB-11 swaps out the [[snub-nose PPC]] for a [[plasma rifle]] with a single ton of ammunition. In order to make room for the rifle's ammunition, the 'Mech's cockpit was downsized to a [[small cockpit]].<ref name="TRO:3085p58+"/> BV (2.0) = 1,135<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 85</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/941/ebony-meb-11/ MUL online data for the Ebony MEB-11 variant]''</ref>
  
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==Armament==
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*; MEB-12 : A straightforward and early [[TSEMP]] refit developed in [[Introduction Year::3118]],<ref name="MUL4"/> this third variant replaces the [[snub-nose PPC]] with a [[TSEMP cannon]].<ref name="TRO:3145p210">''Technical Readout: 3145'', p. 210: "New Tech, New Upgrades - MEB-12/MEB-13 Ebony"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,837<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 79</ref><ref name="MUL4">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6942/ebony-meb-12/ MUL online data for the Ebony MEB-12 variant]''</ref>
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The ''Ebony's'' only offensive weapon is its right arm-mounted Ceres Arms Thrasher Snub-Nose PPC.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 58-59 - Weapon info.</ref>
 
  
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==Variants==
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*; MEB-13 : The removal of the [[Guardian ECM suite]] and use of a downgraded 225-rated [[XL engine]] frees up enough weight to replace the [[snub-nose PPC]] with a captured [[large re-engineered laser]]. This variant, introduced in [[Introduction Year::3137]],<ref name="MUL5"/> also mounts six tons of [[heat-dissipating armor]] to deal with hostile plasma and inferno weapons.<ref name="TRO:3145p210"/> BV (2.0) = 700<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 80</ref> or 750<ref name="MUL5">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6943/ebony-meb-13/ MUL online data for the Ebony MEB-13 variant]''</ref>
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*MEB-10 - A Capellan variant of the ''Ebony'', this one swaps out its Snub-Nose PPC for an [[Extended Range Large Laser]]. The design also has a [[Dao|Dao style]] [[Sword|sword]] in its left arm. The MEB-10 was given additional armor to round out its improvements.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 58 - Variants - MEB-10 info.</ref> BV (2.0)= 1,003<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 84</ref>
 
  
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*MEB-11 - A second variant produced for the ''Ebony'', which initially was not popular with its pilots. The MEB-11 swaps out the Snub-Nose PPC for a [[Plasma Rifle]] with a single ton of ammunition. In order to make room for the Rifle's ammunition, the 'Mech's cockpit was downsized to a [[Small Cockpit]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 58 Variants - MEB-11's info.</ref> BV(2.0)= 1,135<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 85</ref>
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==Design Quirks==
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The ''Ebony'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Ebony Entry</ref>
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* [[Improved Targeting|Improved Targeting (Medium)]]
  
 
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Latest revision as of 18:00, 29 February 2024

Ebony
Ebony
Production information
Manufacturer Majesty Metals and Manufacturing,[1]

Hellespont 'Mech Works[1]

Production Year 3081[2]
Model MEB-9
Class Light
Cost 5,460,834 C-bills[2]
Technical specifications
'Mech type Inner Sphere BattleMech
Mass 25 tons
Chassis Majesty MLIX endo steel[1]
Armor Hellespont Light Stealth[1]
Engine Magna 250 XL engine[1]
Communications System Majesty COMSET with Guardian ECM suite[1]
Targeting Tracking System Majesty 032-199[1]
Heat Sinks 10 double heat sinks[1]
Speed 162[1] km/h
Armament

1x Snub-nose PPC[1]

BV (2.0) 1,012[1][2][3]


Description[edit]

The Ebony is a light BattleMech produced jointly by the Magistracy of Canopus and the Capellan Confederation. This stealthy BattleMech first appeared in 3081, and was reportedly being built in factories on Canopus IV and Sian. The 'Mech is allegedly named for the Magistracy's secret intelligence branch, the Ebon Magistrate.[1]

When it made its first appearance, the design's origins, including as far back to where it was built, was a mystery to intelligence agencies. Large concentrations of the design were found among Capellan forces on the border of the still forming Republic of the Sphere.[1]

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

The Ebony's only offensive weapon is its right arm-mounted Ceres Arms Thrasher snub-nose PPC.[1] Triple Strength Myomer is also installed, but a MechWarrior would need to disengage some of its 10 double heat sinks in order to quickly activate it; with the TSM engaged, the Ebony is able to reach speeds over 160 km/h. The design employs five-and-a-half tons of stealth armor, powered by a Guardian ECM suite, to both protect and allow it to move into position to attack its target.[1]

Variants[edit]

  • MEB-11 
    The -11 is a second variant produced for the Ebony, which initially was not popular with its pilots. The MEB-11 swaps out the snub-nose PPC for a plasma rifle with a single ton of ammunition. In order to make room for the rifle's ammunition, the 'Mech's cockpit was downsized to a small cockpit.[1] BV (2.0) = 1,135[6][7]

Design Quirks[edit]

The Ebony has the following Design Quirks:[13]

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 1.16 Technical Readout: 3085, pp. 58–59: "MEB-9 Ebony"
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 MUL online data for the Ebony
  3. ↑ Records Sheets: 3085 Print Edition, p. 40
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 MUL online data for the Ebony MEB-10 variant
  5. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 84
  6. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 85
  7. ↑ MUL online data for the Ebony MEB-11 variant
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 MUL online data for the Ebony MEB-12 variant
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 Technical Readout: 3145, p. 210: "New Tech, New Upgrades - MEB-12/MEB-13 Ebony"
  10. ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 79
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 MUL online data for the Ebony MEB-13 variant
  12. ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 80
  13. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Ebony Entry

Bibliography[edit]

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