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| − | | interiorart = [[David Kerber]] (Layout & Graphic Design) <br> [[Tara Gallagher]] (Original House Book Designer) | + | | interiorart = [[David Allen Kerber]] (Layout & Graphic Design) <br> [[Tara Gallagher]] (Original House Book Designer) |
| − | | illustrations = [[Ray Arrastia]] <br/> [[Cassidy Aquilino-Berg]] <br/> [[James Ball]] <br> [[Joel DuQue]] <br> [[Zach Hartlage]] <br> [[Mark Hayden]] <br> [[Alexander Immerzeel]] <br> [[Tristin Ishmael]] <br> [[David Kerber]] <br> [[Duane Loose]] <br> [[Matt Lucas]] <br> [[Mike McCain]] <br> [[Jenn Ravenna]] <br> [[Maury Weiss]] <br> [[Ben Zweifel]] | + | | illustrations = [[Ray Arrastia]] <br/> [[Cassidy Aquilino-Berg]] <br/> [[James Ball]] <br> [[Joel DuQue]] <br> [[Zach Hartlage]] <br> [[Mark Hayden (person)|Mark Hayden]] <br> [[Alexander Immerzeel]] <br> [[Tristin Ishmael]] <br> [[David Allen Kerber]] <br> [[Duane Loose]] <br> [[Matt Lucas]] <br> [[Mike McCain]] <br> [[Jenn Ravenna]] <br> [[Maury Weiss]] <br> [[Ben Zweifel]] |
| publisher = [[Catalyst Game Labs]] | | publisher = [[Catalyst Game Labs]] | ||
| productioncode = [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/277779/BattleTech-House-Arano-The-Aurigan-Coalition CAT35SN501] | | productioncode = [https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/277779/BattleTech-House-Arano-The-Aurigan-Coalition CAT35SN501] | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | '''''House Arano (The Aurigan Coalition)''''', published on 16 June 2019 in both [[w:Print on demand|Print-on-Demand (PoD)]] and [[w:PDF|PDF Ebook]] format, describes [[House Arano]] and the [[Aurigan | + | '''''House Arano (The Aurigan Coalition)''''', published on 16 June 2019 in both [[w:Print on demand|Print-on-Demand (PoD)]] and [[w:PDF|PDF Ebook]] format, describes [[House Arano]] and the [[Aurigan Coalition]] [[periphery]] nation (in the [[Aurigan Reach]] region) just after the conclusion of the [[Arano Restoration]] storyline from the [[BattleTech (Video Game)|BattleTech computer game]] by [[Harebrained Schemes]]. Its format is a callback to the old [[FASA]]-era Housebook series from the 1980s. |
| − | Although CGL had previously | + | Although CGL had previously published novels in a Print-on-Demand format, ''House Arano'' was the first full-color sourcebook where they tried that process. |
==Canonicity== | ==Canonicity== | ||
As a CGL publication, this product meets all criteria for [[canon]]. This is notable insofar as the subject matter was created for a computer game and thus derives from a separate IP that technically is in no position to add to the main [[BattleTech]] universe canon (as currently owned by [[Topps]]). | As a CGL publication, this product meets all criteria for [[canon]]. This is notable insofar as the subject matter was created for a computer game and thus derives from a separate IP that technically is in no position to add to the main [[BattleTech]] universe canon (as currently owned by [[Topps]]). | ||
| − | In the time-honored tradition of canonizing computer game storylines at least in broad strokes through canonical publications, ''House Arano (The Aurigan Coalition)'' | + | In the time-honored BattleTech tradition of canonizing computer game storylines at least in broad strokes through canonical publications, ''House Arano (The Aurigan Coalition)'' canonizes characters, places and events from the otherwise apocryphal game. |
==From the announcement== | ==From the announcement== | ||
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''The [[Arano Restoration]] has succeeded, and High Lady Kamea rules over the reunited Aurigan Coalition. But all is not well—the Coalition's hardscrabble planets teeter on the brink of collapse, while its powerful neighbors await another chance to subvert [[House Arano]]. More than ever, the Coalition needs warriors willing to do whatever it takes to claim victory.'' | ''The [[Arano Restoration]] has succeeded, and High Lady Kamea rules over the reunited Aurigan Coalition. But all is not well—the Coalition's hardscrabble planets teeter on the brink of collapse, while its powerful neighbors await another chance to subvert [[House Arano]]. More than ever, the Coalition needs warriors willing to do whatever it takes to claim victory.'' | ||
| − | House Arano: The Aurigan Coalition ''brings the setting of the hit PC strategy game BattleTech into the long-running tabletop experience. Learn the proud history of the Coalition and its hope for the future, then take up the defense of the Arano dynasty with four all-new scenarios picking up where the game left off. ''House Arano: The Aurigan Coalition'' is authored by [[Harebrained Schemes | + | House Arano: The Aurigan Coalition ''brings the setting of the hit PC strategy game BattleTech into the long-running tabletop experience. Learn the proud history of the Coalition and its hope for the future, then take up the defense of the Arano dynasty with four all-new scenarios picking up where the game left off. ''House Arano: The Aurigan Coalition'' is authored by [[Harebrained Schemes]]' [[Andrew McIntosh]] and [[Kiva Maginn]], writer and developer of the BattleTech PC game.'' |
''To survive on the fringes of the [[Inner Sphere]], those of noble birth must once again call on champions of [[mercenary]] mind.''}} | ''To survive on the fringes of the [[Inner Sphere]], those of noble birth must once again call on champions of [[mercenary]] mind.''}} | ||
==Contents== | ==Contents== | ||
| − | The book is framed as a report by the [[Magistracy of Canopus]]'s Magistracy Diplomatic Corps | + | The book is framed as a report to the [[Magestrix]] by the [[Magistracy of Canopus]]'s Magistracy Diplomatic Corps. The preface is dated [[3026]], but some content covers events dated [[3027]]. |
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* Introduction | * Introduction | ||
| − | ** [[Operation RESTORED HOPE | + | ** [[Operation RESTORED HOPE (short story)]] |
* History | * History | ||
** Introduction | ** Introduction | ||
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*** [[Atlas II#Variants|''Atlas II'' AS7-D-HT]] | *** [[Atlas II#Variants|''Atlas II'' AS7-D-HT]] | ||
*** ''Argo''-Class DropShip | *** ''Argo''-Class DropShip | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
*Art used in this book was originally produced by [[Harebrained Schemes]] for their [[BattleTech: Art Book]] publication going with the BattleTech video game. | *Art used in this book was originally produced by [[Harebrained Schemes]] for their [[BattleTech: Art Book]] publication going with the BattleTech video game. | ||
| + | *[https://bg.battletech.com/forums/index.php?topic=65711.0 Official errata] for this book have clarified that | ||
| + | **the system falsely identified as [[El Giza]] on the star map should read [[Alamagordo]] instead; | ||
| + | **the alternate spellings of the [[Chandan]] system (Chaadan, Chadan) are canonically correct in the respective timeframe of the maps they appear on and | ||
| + | **all mentions of [[Regis Roost]] are in error, as that system was yet unknown at the time of the [[Arano Restoration]] storyline and should not appear on any maps. It was not specified which system was meant instad. (Context strongly suggests that all mentions of Regis Roost should actually refer to [[Artru]].) | ||
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Latest revision as of 07:31, 17 April 2024
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| House Arano The Aurigan Coalition | |
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| Product information | |
| Type | Sourcebook |
| Development | Paul Sjardijn Ray Arrastia |
| Primary writing | Andrew McIntosh Kiva Maginn |
| Pages | 77 |
| Interior Artwork | David Allen Kerber (Layout & Graphic Design) Tara Gallagher (Original House Book Designer) |
| Illustrations | Ray Arrastia Cassidy Aquilino-Berg James Ball Joel DuQue Zach Hartlage Mark Hayden Alexander Immerzeel Tristin Ishmael David Allen Kerber Duane Loose Matt Lucas Mike McCain Jenn Ravenna Maury Weiss Ben Zweifel |
| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Catalyst Game Labs |
| Product code | CAT35SN501 |
| First published | 16 June 2019 |
| MSRP | $14.99 (PDF) $29.99 (PoD) |
| Content | |
| Era | Succession Wars era |
| Agency | Magistracy of Canopus |
| Universe Date | 3027 |
| Timeline | ca. 3026 |
| Series | Housebooks series |
Description[edit]
House Arano (The Aurigan Coalition), published on 16 June 2019 in both Print-on-Demand (PoD) and PDF Ebook format, describes House Arano and the Aurigan Coalition periphery nation (in the Aurigan Reach region) just after the conclusion of the Arano Restoration storyline from the BattleTech computer game by Harebrained Schemes. Its format is a callback to the old FASA-era Housebook series from the 1980s.
Although CGL had previously published novels in a Print-on-Demand format, House Arano was the first full-color sourcebook where they tried that process.
Canonicity[edit]
As a CGL publication, this product meets all criteria for canon. This is notable insofar as the subject matter was created for a computer game and thus derives from a separate IP that technically is in no position to add to the main BattleTech universe canon (as currently owned by Topps).
In the time-honored BattleTech tradition of canonizing computer game storylines at least in broad strokes through canonical publications, House Arano (The Aurigan Coalition) canonizes characters, places and events from the otherwise apocryphal game.
From the announcement[edit]
| “ | High Lady Kamea Arano dispatched the usurpers who stole her throne, dismantled their dictatorial government, and restored peace to the Aurigan Coalition. Now her true battle begins...
The Arano Restoration has succeeded, and High Lady Kamea rules over the reunited Aurigan Coalition. But all is not well—the Coalition's hardscrabble planets teeter on the brink of collapse, while its powerful neighbors await another chance to subvert House Arano. More than ever, the Coalition needs warriors willing to do whatever it takes to claim victory. House Arano: The Aurigan Coalition brings the setting of the hit PC strategy game BattleTech into the long-running tabletop experience. Learn the proud history of the Coalition and its hope for the future, then take up the defense of the Arano dynasty with four all-new scenarios picking up where the game left off. House Arano: The Aurigan Coalition is authored by Harebrained Schemes' Andrew McIntosh and Kiva Maginn, writer and developer of the BattleTech PC game. To survive on the fringes of the Inner Sphere, those of noble birth must once again call on champions of mercenary mind. |
” |
Contents[edit]
The book is framed as a report to the Magestrix by the Magistracy of Canopus's Magistracy Diplomatic Corps. The preface is dated 3026, but some content covers events dated 3027.
- Introduction
- History
- Introduction
- The Aurigan Reach, circa 2765 Map
- The Aurigan Trade Partnership
- The Aurigan Coalition
- Taurian Tensions
- The Aurigan Directorate
- Rimward Periphery Map
- The Arano Restoration
- The Aurigan Coalition and Environs Map
- Introduction
- Socio-Political Structure
- The Founding Houses
- Religion, Culture, and the Arts
- Socioeconomics
- Corporate Profiles
- Military Forces
- Uniforms
- Ranks
- BattleMech Assets Table
- Personalities
- Aurigan Reach Atlas
- Coromodir V & VI
- Guldra
- Heliat
- Itrom
- Mechdur
- Panzyr
- Smithon
- Tyrlon V & VI
- Weldry
- Other Aurigan Systems
- Intelligence Report: Rampart Company
- Introducton
- Operations
- Operation WOLFHOUND
- Operation UNDERBELLY
- Roster
- Scenarios: Rampart Company
- Scenario 1: Rock and a Hard Place
- Scenario 2: A Rain of Death
- Scenario 3: Worm Hunt
- Scenario 4: Fire and Steel
- Rules annex
- Creating Aurigan Coalition Scenarios
- Before Starting
- General Rules
- Random Assignment Tables
- Roleplaying Rules
- Creating Characters in Post-Restoration Aurigan Reach
- Pre-Existing Damage Table
- Argo-class DropShip
- Random Assignment Table: BattleMechs
- Random Assignment Table: Vehicles
- Random Assignment Table: Aerospace
- Record Sheets
- Sleipnir APC Tank
- Sleipnir APC SRM Tank
- Vargr APC Tank
- Vargr APC LRM Tank
- Atlas II AS7-D-HT
- Argo-Class DropShip
Notes[edit]
- Art used in this book was originally produced by Harebrained Schemes for their BattleTech: Art Book publication going with the BattleTech video game.
- Official errata for this book have clarified that
- the system falsely identified as El Giza on the star map should read Alamagordo instead;
- the alternate spellings of the Chandan system (Chaadan, Chadan) are canonically correct in the respective timeframe of the maps they appear on and
- all mentions of Regis Roost are in error, as that system was yet unknown at the time of the Arano Restoration storyline and should not appear on any maps. It was not specified which system was meant instad. (Context strongly suggests that all mentions of Regis Roost should actually refer to Artru.)