Editing Ice Ferret (Fenris)

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|image = Ice Ferret RGilClan v04.png
|name = ''Ice Ferret''
|manufacturer = 
[[W-7 Facilities]]<ref name=TRCIp30f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 30–31: "Fenris"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3050U -->
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[[Wolf Clan Site 3]]<ref name=TRCIp30f />
|model = Prime<ref name=TRCIp30f />
|class = Medium
|production year = 2948
|year reference = <ref name=TR3050Up124f>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 124–125: "''Fenris'' OmniMech Profile"</ref>
|cost = 12,543,588 [[C-bill]]s
|Tech Base = Clan
|mech type = omni
|feet = 2
|mass = 45
|chassis = [[Hellion Medium Gamma ES]] <nowiki>[</nowiki>[[endo steel]]<nowiki>]</nowiki> <!-- <ref name=TRCIp30f /> -->
|armor = [[MAC Level 5 Ferro-Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp30f /> -->
|engine = [[360 Type II XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp30f /> -->
|comsys = [[Hellion Special 354B]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp30f /> -->
|T&T = [[Wolf Hunter MK VII]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp30f /> -->
|heat sinks = 12 [[Double Heat Sinks|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp30f /> -->
|speed = 129 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp30f /> -->
|armament =  <!-- <ref name=TRCIp30f /> -->
Primary Configuration
* 1x [[ER PPC]]
* 1x [[ER small laser]]
* 1x [[Streak SRM-2]]
|equipment = 
* 1x [[Active Probe]]
|BV (1.0) = 1,529<ref name=COp108>''Combat Operations'', p. 108</ref>
|BV (2.0) = 1,684<ref name=TR3050Up124f/><br> or 1,678<ref name=TRCIp30f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 54</ref>
}}

==Description==
A powerful medium scout and recon [['Mech]], the '''''Ice Ferret''''' was regarded as something of a foreign concept when it was first encountered by [[Inner Sphere]] forces. Known by the [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|code name]] '''''Fenris''''' by Inner Sphere forces, the ''Ice Ferret'' is a very capable medium scout [[OmniMech]], which is well armored and fast, and can be configured as a striker, headhunter, or as a fire-support 'Mech.<ref name=TR3050Up124f/><ref name=TR3050p22f>''Technical Readout: 3050'', pp. 22–23: "Fenris OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref name=TR3050Rp20f>''Technical Readout: 3050 Revised'', pp. 20–21: "Fenris OmniMech Profile"</ref>

Deployed extensively by [[Clan Wolf]], the ''Ice Ferret'' was actually designed to combat the pride of Clan Wolf, the ''[[Timber Wolf]]'' OmniMech. Originally named the '''''Wolf Hunter''''', the ''Ice Ferret'' was first produced in the mid-2900s by [[Clan Ice Hellion]], but performed poorly due to lack-luster weapon configurations. Annoyed by the constant Hellion harassment, but appreciating the potential of the new OmniMech, Clan Wolf warriors eventually began challenging for the OmniMech, and eventually won the production facility for the design. The Wolves renamed the design after the only natural predator of the [[Ice hellion (species)|ice hellion]], the [[Ice ferret (species)|ice ferret]], and altered the configurations to improve performance. The Ice Hellions maintained a large number of the "''Wolf Hunter''s" in [[Clan Ice Hellion Touman|their ''touman'']] throughout their existence.<ref name=TR3050Up124f/><ref name=TR3050p22f/><ref name=TR3050Rp20f/> However, in the early years of the [[Jihad era]], the ''Ice Ferret''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s few production facilities would end up being destroyed during the chaotic fighting in Clan Homeworlds. The design would end up being phased out of use and replaced by the ''[[Viper (Dragonfly)|Viper]]''.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 17: Discarded Tools of War - ''Ice Ferret (Fenris)'' is listed as among the 'Mechs phased out due to its factory being destroyed during the Wars of Reaving</ref>

==Weapons and Equipment==
The ''Ice Ferret'' is built on a lightweight [[endo steel]] chassis and is powered by a massive 360-rated [[XL engine]] that gives the ''Ice Ferret'' a top speed of 129.6 km/h and also accounts for one third of the 'Mech<nowiki>'</nowiki>s total weight. The ''Ice Ferret'' has 12 [[double heat sink]]s mounted on the chassis and is protected by seven and a half tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor, giving the 'Mech almost the maximum amount of armor protection for its weight.<ref name=TR3050Up124f/><ref name=TR3050p22f/><ref name=TR3050Rp20f/>

In its Primary configuration, the ''Ice Ferret'' is capable of acting in a variety of roles. For close combat, the Prime has a [[Streak SRM-2]] launcher and an [[ER small laser]], and for long range engagements the 'Mech is armed with a single [[ER PPC]], giving it excellent long range hitting power for its size. The ''Ice Ferret'' also carries an [[Active Probe]] allowing the 'Mech to detect hidden enemy units.<ref name=TR3050Up124f/><ref name=TR3050p22f/><ref name=TR3050Rp20f/>

==Alternate Configurations==
*; Alternate Configuration A : The A configuration carries a single [[LB-X AC/2]] for its excellent long-range sniping capabilities. This is backed up by two [[ER medium laser]]s for close combat and a single [[anti-missile system]] for added defense against missile weapons.<ref name=TRCIp30f /> BV (1.0) = 1,210;<ref name=COp108/> BV (2.0) = 1,323<ref name=TRCIp30f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 55</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration B : The ''Ice Ferret'' B has an [[ER large laser]] as its only long-range weapon, supported in close combat by an [[SRM-4]] and an [[SRM-6]] launcher as well as a highly accurate [[small pulse laser]].<ref name=TRCIp30f /> BV (1.0) = 1,308;<ref name=COp108/> BV (2.0) = 1,461<ref name=TRCIp30f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 56</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration C : A fire support configuration of the ''Ice Ferret'', the C configuration has a trio of [[LRM-5]] launchers, each linked to an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system for increased missile accuracy. For close range defense, the 'Mech has a single [[ER small laser]].<ref name=TRCIp30f /> BV (1.0) = 1,057;<ref name=COp108/> BV (2.0) = 1,211<ref name=TRCIp30f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 57</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration D : Configured for work as a harasser, the D configuration was armed with a simple arsenal of four highly accurate [[medium pulse laser]]s and an [[anti-missile system]] for added defense against missile-carrying enemies.<ref name=TRCIp30f /> BV (1.0) = 1,541;<ref name=COp108/> BV (2.0) = 1,653<ref name=TRCIp30f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 58</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration E : The E configuration of the ''Ice Ferret'' carries as its primary weapon an [[ATM-9]] launcher, which is capable of firing specialized ammunition for short, medium, and long ranges. Backing this up for close combat, is an [[ER medium laser]] and an [[ER small laser]].<ref name=TRCIp30f /> BV (1.0) = 1,329;<ref name=COp108/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 72</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,483<ref name=TRCIp30f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 59</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration F : Providing direct-fire support the ''Fenris'' F carries a single [[ER large laser]] in each arm, while a [[Watchdog CEWS]] provides electronic warfare support. BV (2.0) = 1,771<ref name=rg4p12>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 4'', p. 12</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration G : A striker and harasser configuration that carries a single [[SRM-4]] and two [[AP Gauss rifle]]s in each arm, and an [[ER small pulse laser]] in each side torso. For artillery support, a [[light TAG]] unit is mounted in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,196<ref name=rg4p12/>

*; Alternate Configuration H : Capable of engaging an enemy at a variety of ranges, the ''Ice Ferret'' H has an [[ER large laser]] for long range combat. For short ranges, the 'Mech has two [[heavy medium laser]]s and a single [[SRM-6]] launcher with an extra heat sink to compensate for the energy weapons.<ref name=TRCIp30f /> BV (1.0) = 1,342;<ref name=COp108/> BV (2.0) = 1,619<ref name=TRCIp30f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 60</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration I : This configuration takes advantage of [[Inner Sphere]] technology. Each arm carries an [[SRM-6]] with two tons of ammunition, and an [[M-Pod]], but once those are expended the MechWarrior only has a single [[ER small laser]] for weaponry. A [[Bloodhound active probe]] finds threats. BV (2.0) = 1,096<ref name=rg4p12/>

*; Alternate Configuration J : A close range combatant, this configuration carries five [[ER small laser]]s and a [[heavy machine gun]] in each arm. These weapons are tied into a [[targeting computer]]. A [[supercharger]] allows the 'Mech to quickly approach and retreat from threat forces. BV (2.0) = 1,771<ref name=rg4p12/>

*; Alternate Configuration K : A [[large pulse laser]] and [[ER small laser]] are carried in the left arm, while a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s are mounted in the right arm. Additional protection comes from a [[laser AMS]]. BV (2.0) = 1,769<ref name=rg4p12/>

*; Alternate Configuration L : A powerful anti-infantry configuration, the ''Fenris'' L carries a [[plasma cannon]] and three [[AP Gauss rifle]]s. All of its weapons are linked to an advanced [[targeting computer]], which makes it deadly in close combat.<ref name=TRCIp30f /> BV (2.0) = 1,380<ref name=TRCIp30f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 61</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration T : An [[improved heavy large laser]] and [[ER medium laser]] are mounted in the left arm, while the right arm carries a single [[SRM-2]] with one ton of ammunition. An [[active probe]] finds hidden threats while an engine [[supercharger]] allows the ''Ice Ferret'' to sprint at speeds of 160 km/h. BV (2.0) = 1,825<ref name=rg4p12/>

*; Alternate Configuration U : An underwater specialist, this configuration carries an [[SRT-4]], [[LRT-5]], and a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s. To maneuver quickly through the water, it's equipped with seven [[UMU]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,532<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - Old is the New New'', p. 138</ref>

===Apocryphal Configurations===
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These variants were introduced in various apocryphal sources, and thus far have not appeared in any canonical media.

''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
*; IFR-P : Released in the August Patch as a means of compensation for purchase of the [[Clan]] Heroes Pack. The ''Ice Ferret'' P carries a complement of lasers and a missile. Three [[ER medium laser]]s and one [[ER small laser]] round out the lasers, two in the right arm and one in the left arm while the small is located in the torso. Its missile complement is a [[Streak SRM-6]] mounted next to the single ER medium laser and has two tons of ammo for reloads. An [[ECM suite]] gives this variant the means to counter other targeting systems and disrupt other ECM suites that may be present on the battlefield. As of this writing, this variant has yet to be published in any known canon.

*; IFR-RC "Rainbow Crow" : A customized variant of the ''Rainbow Crow''. Piloted by [[Karl Devalis]], the ''Rainbow Crow'' uses a pair of [[heavy medium laser]]s in its left arm, a [[heavy machine gun]] with one ton of ammo in the right arm, and a [[Streak SRM-6]] with two tons of ammo in the right torso. The center torso carries a [[Guardian ECM suite]].<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online'' - "Clan Heroes II"</ref>
{{ApocryphalContentEnd}}

==Design Quirks==
The ''Ice Ferret (Fenris)'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Fenris Entry.</ref>
* [[Improved Sensors (Design Quirk)|Improved Sensors]]

==Notable Pilots==
* [[Clan Wolf]] [[saKhan]] [[Marialle Radick]] piloted an ''Ice Ferret'' most of her career.<ref>''Wolf Clan Sourcebook'', p. 93</ref><ref>''The Falcon and the Wolf'', p. 61</ref>

==Notes==
* In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to '''''Eismarder''''', which means "Ice Marten" in English. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was left unchanged.

* Plastic ''Ice Ferret (Fenris)'' Prime is included in [[BattleTech:_Clan_Heavy_Striker_Star|BattleTech: Clan Heavy Striker Star]].

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Fenris.jpg|Original ''Ice Ferret'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''
3050U Ice Ferret.jpg|''Ice Ferret'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]''
Ice Ferret RGilClan v04.png|''Ice Ferret (Fenris)'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 4 |RG:ilClan v4]]''
CCG Unlimited Fenris Prime.jpg|''Ice Ferret'' Prime in motion from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
CCG Unlimited Fenris A.jpg|''Ice Ferret'' A in motion from ''CCG''
CCG Counterstrike Ice Ferret.jpg|''Ice Ferret'' B in motion from ''CCG''
CCG Unlimited Fenris C.jpg|''Ice Ferret'' C in combat from ''CCG''
CCG Unlimited Fenris D.jpg|''Ice Ferret'' D in combat from ''CCG''
File:Clan Heavy Striker Star - Ice Ferret.jpg|''Ice Ferret'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Clan Heavy Striker Star]]''
</gallery>

==References==
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==Bibliography==
* ''[[Combat Operations]]''
* ''[[The Dragon Roars]]''
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 4]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - Old is the New New]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''


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