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| − | | image | + | |image= Hellstar.jpg |
| − | | name | + | |name = ''Hellstar'' |
| − | | manufacturer = '' | + | |manufacturer = |
| − | | | + | [[Csesztreg Industriplex Alpha]]<ref name=TRJp40f>''Technical Readout: Jihad'', pp. 40–41: "Hellstar"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3085 --> |
| − | | mass | + | ---- |
| − | | chassis | + | [[WC Site 1]]<ref name=TRJp40f /> |
| − | | armor | + | |production year= 3079 |
| − | | engine | + | |year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1481/ MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | | speed | + | |model= (base)<ref name=TRJp40f /> |
| − | | armament | + | |cost = 25,873,900 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/> |
| + | |Tech Base=Clan | ||
| + | |mech type=BattleMech | ||
| + | |mass = 95 | ||
| + | |chassis = [[Type MA-58 Endo Steel]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp40f /> --> | ||
| + | |armor = [[Royal-7 Standard]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp40f /> --> | ||
| + | |engine = [[GM 380 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp40f /> --> | ||
| + | |comsys = [[CH6 Series Integrated]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp40f /> --> | ||
| + | |T&T = [[Hunter (7a) Dedicated TTS]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp40f /> --> | ||
| + | |heat sinks = 30 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp40f /> --> | ||
| + | |speed = 64 <!-- <ref name=TRJp40f /> --> | ||
| + | |armament = 4x [[ER PPC]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp40f /> --> | ||
| + | |BV (2.0) = 3,084<ref name=TRJp40f /><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition'', p. 102</ref> | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | + | Somewhat of a departure from most [[Clan]] [[BattleMechs]], the '''''Hellstar''''' is a long-running campaign workhorse rather than the quick-and-deadly striker usually used in Clan warfare.<ref name=DADossiers151>''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 151: "Clyde Joyce"</ref> | |
| − | + | A continuation of the collaboration between [[Clan Hell's Horses]] and the [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile|Exiled Wolves]] on [[Arc-Royal]] during the [[Jihad]] which resulted in the ''[[Cygnus (BattleMech)|Cygnus]]'', a machine based on the earlier ''[[Annihilator]]'', the ''Hellstar'' is more or less a Clan ''[[Awesome]]''. Introduced in [[3079]], the Wolves-in-Exile and Hell's Horses maintained exclusive production of the effective 'Mech since, with the largest number outside the ranks of [[Clan Hell's Horses Touman|their ''toumans'']] being the relatively few examples the newborn [[Republic of the Sphere]] salvaged from the battlefields of [[Operation SCOUR]].<ref name="TRO:3085p178+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 178–179: "Hellstar"</ref> | |
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| − | + | Built on a weight-saving [[Endo Steel]] frame and 380-rated [[XL fusion engine]], the ''Hellstar'' boasts impressive speed for its weight while carrying eighteen-and-a-half tons of [[standard armor]], the maximum possible for its weight. The real key to the design's reputation is its unprecedented thirty [[Double Heat Sink]]s, which allow it to fire all its weapons continuously without the risk of heat buildup.<ref name="TRO:3085p178+"/> | |
| + | |||
| + | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| + | Among the most deadly weapons in the Clan arsenal, the ''Hellstar's'' four [[Extended Range Particle Projector Cannon#Ripper Series A1|Ripper Series A1]] [[Extended Range Particle Projector Cannon]]s, one in each arm and torso, give it the potential to destroy or cripple anything less than another assault 'Mech with a single salvo. While lacking in secondary weapons, the massive volume of heat sinks ensures that barring combat damage the ''Hellstar'' can fire its main weapons as fast as they can recharge.<ref name="TRO:3085p178+"/> | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | The ''Hellstar'' has | + | *; ''Hellstar'' 2 : A subvariant of the original, while the removal of five heat sinks forced [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] to rely on [[volley fire]] to avoid overheating, the inclusion of a [[Targeting Computer]] in turn made those shots deadly accurate.<ref name=TRJp40f /> BV (2.0) = 3,545<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 260</ref><ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1479/hellstar-2/ MUL online entry for the Hellstar 2 variant]''</ref> |
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| + | *; ''Hellstar'' 3 : Retaining the targeting computer of the earlier variant, exchanging the ER PPCs for [[Series 7Ja]] [[ER Large Laser]]s traded a reduction in its overall damage capacity for an increase in range, making this variant a highly mobile and deadly sniper with the aid of its targeting computer. Even with the addition of two [[Kolibri Omega Series]] [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s in the 'Mech's center torso, the reduced heat of this variant allowed the removal of two heat sinks, the saved weight going to an [[Active Probe]] and [[ECM Suite]].<ref name=TRJp40f /> BV (2.0) = 3,025<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 261</ref><ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1480/hellstar-3/ MUL online entry for the Hellstar 3 variant]''</ref> | ||
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| + | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| + | The ''Hellstar'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 92: BattleMech Quirk Table - Hellstar Entry</ref> | ||
| + | * [[Barrel Fist]] (RA) (LA) | ||
| + | * [[Exposed Actuators]] | ||
==Notable Pilots== | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
| − | *[[Kristoff Erbe|Sir Kristoff Erbe]] - A knight of the [[Republic of the Sphere]], Sir Erbe | + | * [[Kristoff Erbe|Sir Kristoff Erbe]] - A knight of the [[Republic of the Sphere]], Sir Erbe piloted a customized ''Hellstar'' which had its ER PPCs removed and replaced with two [[Large Pulse Laser]]s in the arms and two [[ER Large Laser]]s in the shoulders. It also utilizes a [[Targeting Computer]]. The mysterious troops known as [[Fidelis|The Fidelis]] had modified the 'Mech for him.<ref>''Surrender Your Dreams'', p. 100</ref> |
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| + | * [[Yuki Saysangkhi|Yuki "Black Razor" Saysangkhi]] - A MechWarrior who participated in the [[Solaris VII]] games, Saysangkhi piloted a ''Hellstar'' against a ''[[Quasimodo]]'' in that 'Mech's first appearance on Solaris. He lost to the ''Quasimodo'' after defeating nine opponents.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Free Worlds League'', p. 30</ref> | ||
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| + | ==BattleMech Gallery== | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | Image:Hellstar 3101.jpg|[[MechWarrior: Dark Age]] version of the ''Hellstar'' | ||
| + | Image:WDS Hellstar.png| A [[Wolf's Dragoons]] ''Hellstar'' | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references/> | <references/> | ||
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| − | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | + | ==Bibliography== |
| − | [[Category:Assault BattleMechs]] | + | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
| − | [[Category:95 ton BattleMechs]] | + | * ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards]]'' |
| − | [[Category:Clan Hell's Horses BattleMechs]] | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' |
| − | [[Category:Clan Wolf-in-Exile BattleMechs | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition]]'' |
| − | + | * ''[[Surrender Your Dreams]]'' (Novel) | |
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Free Worlds League]]'' | ||
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| + | [[Category:'Mechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:BattleMechs|Hellstar]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Assault BattleMechs|Hellstar]] | ||
| + | [[Category:95 ton BattleMechs|Hellstar]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Clan Hell's Horses BattleMechs|Hellstar]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Clan Wolf-in-Exile BattleMechs|Hellstar]] | ||
Latest revision as of 10:00, 5 March 2024
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| Hellstar | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Csesztreg Industriplex Alpha[1]
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| Production Year | 3079[2] |
| Model | (base)[1] |
| Class | Assault |
| Cost | 25,873,900 C-bills[2] |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Clan BattleMech |
| Mass | 95 tons |
| Chassis | Type MA-58 Endo Steel |
| Armor | Royal-7 Standard |
| Engine | GM 380 XL |
| Communications System | CH6 Series Integrated |
| Targeting Tracking System | Hunter (7a) Dedicated TTS |
| Heat Sinks | 30 double |
| Speed | 64 km/h |
| Armament |
4x ER PPC |
| BV (2.0) | 3,084[1][2][3] |
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Description[edit]
Somewhat of a departure from most Clan BattleMechs, the Hellstar is a long-running campaign workhorse rather than the quick-and-deadly striker usually used in Clan warfare.[4]
A continuation of the collaboration between Clan Hell's Horses and the Exiled Wolves on Arc-Royal during the Jihad which resulted in the Cygnus, a machine based on the earlier Annihilator, the Hellstar is more or less a Clan Awesome. Introduced in 3079, the Wolves-in-Exile and Hell's Horses maintained exclusive production of the effective 'Mech since, with the largest number outside the ranks of their toumans being the relatively few examples the newborn Republic of the Sphere salvaged from the battlefields of Operation SCOUR.[5]
Built on a weight-saving Endo Steel frame and 380-rated XL fusion engine, the Hellstar boasts impressive speed for its weight while carrying eighteen-and-a-half tons of standard armor, the maximum possible for its weight. The real key to the design's reputation is its unprecedented thirty Double Heat Sinks, which allow it to fire all its weapons continuously without the risk of heat buildup.[5]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
Among the most deadly weapons in the Clan arsenal, the Hellstar's four Ripper Series A1 Extended Range Particle Projector Cannons, one in each arm and torso, give it the potential to destroy or cripple anything less than another assault 'Mech with a single salvo. While lacking in secondary weapons, the massive volume of heat sinks ensures that barring combat damage the Hellstar can fire its main weapons as fast as they can recharge.[5]
Variants[edit]
- Hellstar 2
- A subvariant of the original, while the removal of five heat sinks forced MechWarriors to rely on volley fire to avoid overheating, the inclusion of a Targeting Computer in turn made those shots deadly accurate.[1] BV (2.0) = 3,545[6][7]
- Hellstar 3
- Retaining the targeting computer of the earlier variant, exchanging the ER PPCs for Series 7Ja ER Large Lasers traded a reduction in its overall damage capacity for an increase in range, making this variant a highly mobile and deadly sniper with the aid of its targeting computer. Even with the addition of two Kolibri Omega Series Medium Pulse Lasers in the 'Mech's center torso, the reduced heat of this variant allowed the removal of two heat sinks, the saved weight going to an Active Probe and ECM Suite.[1] BV (2.0) = 3,025[8][9]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Hellstar has the following Design Quirks:[10]
- Barrel Fist (RA) (LA)
- Exposed Actuators
Notable Pilots[edit]
- Sir Kristoff Erbe - A knight of the Republic of the Sphere, Sir Erbe piloted a customized Hellstar which had its ER PPCs removed and replaced with two Large Pulse Lasers in the arms and two ER Large Lasers in the shoulders. It also utilizes a Targeting Computer. The mysterious troops known as The Fidelis had modified the 'Mech for him.[11]
- Yuki "Black Razor" Saysangkhi - A MechWarrior who participated in the Solaris VII games, Saysangkhi piloted a Hellstar against a Quasimodo in that 'Mech's first appearance on Solaris. He lost to the Quasimodo after defeating nine opponents.[12]
BattleMech Gallery[edit]
MechWarrior: Dark Age version of the Hellstar
A Wolf's Dragoons Hellstar
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Technical Readout: Jihad, pp. 40–41: "Hellstar"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 MUL online entry for the Hellstar
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition, p. 102
- ↑ MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards, p. 151: "Clyde Joyce"
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Technical Readout: 3085, pp. 178–179: "Hellstar"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 260
- ↑ MUL online entry for the Hellstar 2 variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 261
- ↑ MUL online entry for the Hellstar 3 variant
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 92: BattleMech Quirk Table - Hellstar Entry
- ↑ Surrender Your Dreams, p. 100
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Free Worlds League, p. 30