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|image=Mechneanderthal-ag.jpg
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| image = Neanderthal.jpg
|name=Neanderthal
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| name = ''Neanderthal''
|manufacturer=
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| manufacturer = [[Tactical Advantage, LLC]]<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+">''Technical Readout: 3145 Free Worlds League'', p. 36-37, "NTL-AG ''Neanderthal''"</ref>
|model=NTL-AG
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| production year =3128
|class=Assault
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| year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6263/MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|mass=80
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| model = NTL-AG<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
|chassis=Standard
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| cost =
|armor=[[Ferro-Fibrous]]
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|Tech Base=Inner Sphere
|engine=400 [[XL engine|XL]] (TSM)
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|mech type=BattleMech
|speed=81
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| mass = 80
|armament=*1x [[ECM Suite]]
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|feet=biped
*3x [[M-Pod]]s
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| chassis = [[Advantage NTL]]<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
*1x [[Hatchet]]
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| armor = [[Durallex Super Medium Ferro-Fibrous]]<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
*2x [[PPC]]
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| engine = [[LTV 400 XL]]<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
 
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| speed = 86<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
|BV (1.0)=
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| speed with TSM = 97<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
|BV (2.0)=
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| comsys = [[Garret C22A]] with [[Guardian ECM Suite]]<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
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| T&T = [[Wasat Aggressor Type 12]]<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
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| heat sinks = 11 [[Double Heat Sink]]s<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
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| armament = <span></span>
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* 2x [[Snub-Nose PPC]]
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* 3x [[M-Pod]]
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* 1x [[Hatchet]]
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| BV (1.0) =
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| BV (2.0) = 2,024<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 257</ref>
 
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==Description==
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Manufactured on [[Regulus]] by Tactical Advantage, LLC, the '''''Neanderthal''''' was an attempt to embody the performance of the fearsome [[Lyran Commonwealth|Lyran]] ''[[Berserker]]'' in a [['Mech]] twenty tons lighter. The concept went beyond simply echoing the ''Berserker'' - Tactical Advantage used a typical [[Regulan Fiefs|Regulan]] sense of flair in the design, producing a fearsome close-combat machine.<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
  
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The ''Neanderthal'' had a distinctive, blocky silhouette, and its prowess in close-quarters gained the 'Mech a notable - and intimidating - reputation. While the ''Neanderthal'' lacked the payload of the heavier Lyran 'Mech, the ''Neanderthal'' was capable of operating for longer as it didn't run the risk of the [[MASC]] failures that plagued the ''Berserker''. Moving at speeds of up to 86 km/h under normal conditions thanks to a massive [[LTV 400 XL|LTV 400 extra-light fusion engine]], the decision by Tactical Advantage to use [[Triple Strength Myomer]] in the ''Neanderthal'' gave it the ability to reach almost 100 km/h when running hot.<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
  
==Description==
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The Garrett C22A communications software installed aboard the ''Neanderthal'' was augmented by a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] mounted in the center torso, making the ''Neanderthal'' a harder target to hit and giving it more time to get up to speed before charging into the fray.<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
From INN 3135: A near maxed-out ferro-fibrous standard chassis is at the heart of this ''Neanderthal'' variation, and [[triple strength myomer]] helps it get to the heart of other ’Mechs. DeJesus is known to employ M-pods to great effect.
 
(Editor's Note: This [['Mech]] is clearly an assault 'Mech based on Wizkids description on their site. However, in the MWDA clix game it is classified as a heavy as they forgot that the Hatchet is considered part of the 'Mechs tonnage).
 
  
==Armament==
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==Weapons and Equipment==
*1x ECM Suite
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The ''Neanderthal'' mounted a [[Magna Flarestar]] [[Snub-Nose Particle Projection Cannon]] in the left and right torso, each augmented by a [[PPC Capacitor]] that allows the [[MechWarrior (pilot)|pilot]] of the 'Mech to temporarily boost the damage inflicted when using the PPCs. [[TacShot]] [[Anti-'Mech Pod|M-Pod]]s are mounted in the head, left and right torsos, and gripped firmly in the right hand is a massive [[Hatchet]].<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
*1x M-Pod
 
*1x Hatchet
 
*2x PPCs
 
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
In the [[MechWarrior]] dark age series of novels (specifically the Wolf Hunters Book) The ''Neanderthal'' is considerd to use both Ferro-Fibrous and [[Endo Steel]]. The BattleMech is 90 tons, mounts two [[Gauss Rifle]]s and has a [[Mace]] instead of a Hatchet. Due to its low heat build up, it only uses single [[heat sink]]s.
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*;NTL-UG : An earlier design, the -UG ''Neanderthal'' lacked the Snub-Nose PPCs and PPC Capacitors as well as the M-Pods; instead, the -UG mounted a [[Large Pulse Laser]] on the left arm as well as a [[Large Laser]] and [[Small Laser]] in each of the left and right torsos. Despite the heat output of the various lasers, the -UG mounted only ten double heat sinks.<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp89">''Technical Readout: 3145 Free Worlds League'', p. 89, "NTL-UG ''Neanderthal''"</ref> BV (2.0)=1,817<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 258</ref>
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==Design Quirks==
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The ''Neanderthal'' was subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name="TRO:3145FWLp36+"/>
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* [[Distracting]]
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* [[Non-Standard Parts]]
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* [[Stable]]
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==Images==
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<gallery>
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Mechneanderthal-ag.jpg|Neanderthal as depicted in [[Mechwarrior: Age of Destruction]]
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</gallery>
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==Notes==
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The original description of the ''Neanderthal'' was published via [[INN]]:
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{{Quote|From [[INN]] [[3135]]: A near maxed-out [[ferro-fibrous]] standard chassis is at the heart of this ''Neanderthal'' variation, and Triple Strength Myomer helps it get to the heart of other ’Mechs. DeJesus is known to employ M-pods to great effect.|INN 3135<ref>[http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/soldier/pda.asp?a=40293 WizKids Article]</ref>}}
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Editor's Note: This [['Mech]] is clearly an assault 'Mech based on WizKids description on their site. However, in the MWDA clix game it is classified as a heavy as they forgot that the Hatchet is considered part of the 'Mechs tonnage. This version of the ''Neanderthal'' was apparently armed with a Hatchet, three M-Pods and two [[PPC]]s.
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
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<references/>
  
#[[Mechwarrior: Age of Destruction]]
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==Bibliography==
#Wizkids Article [http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/soldier/pda.asp?a=40293]
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* ''[[Mechwarrior: Age of Destruction]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Free Worlds League]]''
  
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Latest revision as of 18:33, 11 March 2024

Neanderthal
Neanderthal
Production information
Manufacturer Tactical Advantage, LLC[1]
Production Year 3128[2]
Model NTL-AG[1]
Class Assault
Technical specifications
'Mech type Inner Sphere BattleMech
Mass 80 tons
Chassis Advantage NTL[1]
Armor Durallex Super Medium Ferro-Fibrous[1]
Engine LTV 400 XL[1]
Communications System Garret C22A with Guardian ECM Suite[1]
Targeting Tracking System Wasat Aggressor Type 12[1]
Heat Sinks 11 Double Heat Sinks[1]
Speed 86[1] km/h (97[1] km/h with TSM)
Armament

BV (2.0) 2,024[1][3]


Description[edit]

Manufactured on Regulus by Tactical Advantage, LLC, the Neanderthal was an attempt to embody the performance of the fearsome Lyran Berserker in a 'Mech twenty tons lighter. The concept went beyond simply echoing the Berserker - Tactical Advantage used a typical Regulan sense of flair in the design, producing a fearsome close-combat machine.[1]

The Neanderthal had a distinctive, blocky silhouette, and its prowess in close-quarters gained the 'Mech a notable - and intimidating - reputation. While the Neanderthal lacked the payload of the heavier Lyran 'Mech, the Neanderthal was capable of operating for longer as it didn't run the risk of the MASC failures that plagued the Berserker. Moving at speeds of up to 86 km/h under normal conditions thanks to a massive LTV 400 extra-light fusion engine, the decision by Tactical Advantage to use Triple Strength Myomer in the Neanderthal gave it the ability to reach almost 100 km/h when running hot.[1]

The Garrett C22A communications software installed aboard the Neanderthal was augmented by a Guardian ECM Suite mounted in the center torso, making the Neanderthal a harder target to hit and giving it more time to get up to speed before charging into the fray.[1]

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

The Neanderthal mounted a Magna Flarestar Snub-Nose Particle Projection Cannon in the left and right torso, each augmented by a PPC Capacitor that allows the pilot of the 'Mech to temporarily boost the damage inflicted when using the PPCs. TacShot M-Pods are mounted in the head, left and right torsos, and gripped firmly in the right hand is a massive Hatchet.[1]

Variants[edit]

  • NTL-UG 
    An earlier design, the -UG Neanderthal lacked the Snub-Nose PPCs and PPC Capacitors as well as the M-Pods; instead, the -UG mounted a Large Pulse Laser on the left arm as well as a Large Laser and Small Laser in each of the left and right torsos. Despite the heat output of the various lasers, the -UG mounted only ten double heat sinks.[4] BV (2.0)=1,817[5]

Design Quirks[edit]

The Neanderthal was subject to the following Design Quirks:[1]

Images[edit]

Notes[edit]

The original description of the Neanderthal was published via INN:

From INN 3135: A near maxed-out ferro-fibrous standard chassis is at the heart of this Neanderthal variation, and Triple Strength Myomer helps it get to the heart of other ’Mechs. DeJesus is known to employ M-pods to great effect.
  — INN 3135[6]

Editor's Note: This 'Mech is clearly an assault 'Mech based on WizKids description on their site. However, in the MWDA clix game it is classified as a heavy as they forgot that the Hatchet is considered part of the 'Mechs tonnage. This version of the Neanderthal was apparently armed with a Hatchet, three M-Pods and two PPCs.

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 Technical Readout: 3145 Free Worlds League, p. 36-37, "NTL-AG Neanderthal"
  2. online date for the Neanderthal
  3. Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 257
  4. Technical Readout: 3145 Free Worlds League, p. 89, "NTL-UG Neanderthal"
  5. Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 258
  6. WizKids Article

Bibliography[edit]