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==Description==
 
==Description==
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The stables is along [[Overlord Stables]] classified with the highest-ranking available. All MechWarriors get a fair treatment.<ref name=SOLARISPB17>''Solaris VII: The Game World – Gamemaster's Book'', p. 17: "Starlight Stables"</ref> The Stable is based in [[Black Hills]].<ref name=RS3055U>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 21: "Stable-Specific Rules"</ref>
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Along with [[Overlord Stables]], Starlight holds the highest ranking available. All of Starlight's MechWarriors are treated fairly.<ref name=SOLARISPB17>''Solaris VII: The Game World – Gamemaster's Book'', p. 17: "Starlight Stables"</ref> The Stable is based in [[Black Hills]].<ref name=RS3055U>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 21: "Stable-Specific Rules"</ref>
  
 
==History==
 
==History==
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The Stable was formed in [[2898]].<ref name=RS3055U/>
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Starlight was formed in [[2898]].<ref name=RS3055U/>
  
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After a series of downs during the 3040s, the stables fortunes returned on the street of success. During the Civil War the MechWarrior were allowed to join the pro-Davion alliance. The Stable has several clashes with the other Davion Stables: [[Blackstar Stables‎‎]], but nevertheless joined forces around [[Michael Searcy]].<ref name=SOLARISPB17/> When it seemed that Blackstar Stables was going to dissolve, they were even able to pick a few recruits.<ref name=MPS7-30/>
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After a series of setbacks during the 3040s, the stable's fortunes improved. During the [[FedCom Civil War]], their MechWarriors were allowed to join the pro-Davion alliance. Starlight had several clashes with the other Davion stable, [[Blackstar Stables‎‎]], but nevertheless joined forces around [[Michael Searcy]].<ref name=SOLARISPB17/> When it seemed that Blackstar Stables was going to dissolve, they were even able to pick up a few recruits.<ref name=MPS7-30/>
  
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The Stable survived into the Dark Age, and one of its MechWarriors, Levi Haynes, was the [[3135]] [[Solaris VII]] [[Solaris Games#Grand Tournament|Grand Tournament]] finalist.<ref name="DALNAp7-8">''Dark Age: LinkNet Articles (3136)'', pp. 7–8: "Solaris VII 3135 Grand Tournament Recap"</ref>
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Starlight survived into the Dark Age, and one of its MechWarriors, Levi Haynes, was a [[3135]] [[Solaris VII]] [[Solaris Games#Grand Tournament|Grand Tournament]] finalist.<ref name="DALNAp7-8">''Dark Age: LinkNet Articles (3136)'', pp. 7–8: "Solaris VII 3135 Grand Tournament Recap"</ref>
  
 
==Operations==
 
==Operations==
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==Stablemaster & Owner==
 
==Stablemaster & Owner==
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*[[Tran Ky Bo]] is a superb business man and has lead the Stable from success to success.<ref name=SOLARISPB17/>
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* [[Tran Ky Bo]] is known as a superb businessman and has led the stable from success to success.<ref name=SOLARISPB17/>
  
 
==Notable Personnel==
 
==Notable Personnel==
 
===Technicians===
 
===Technicians===
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*[[Toyomo Oga]] is the Master Tech of the Stables.<ref name=SOLARISPB17/>
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* [[Toyomo Oga]] is the master tech of the stable.<ref name=SOLARISPB17/>
  
 
===Instructors===
 
===Instructors===
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*[[Michael Romney]] - A former Solaris Champion and after he retirement began to work for '''Starlight Stables''' as an instructor.<ref name=SOLARISPB17/>
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* [[Michael Romney]] - A former Solaris Champion who became an instructor at Starlight Stables after retirement.<ref name=SOLARISPB17/>
  
 
===MechWarriors===
 
===MechWarriors===
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In [[3051]] 21 MechWarriors were fighting for '''Starlight Stables'''.<ref name="SGM-GM">''Solaris VII: The Game World – Gamemaster's Book'', p. 17: "Starlight Stables"</ref>
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In [[3051]], 21 MechWarriors were fighting for Starlight Stables.<ref name=SOLARISPB17 />
  
 
====Known MechWarriors====
 
====Known MechWarriors====
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| <ref name=MPS7-30>''Mappack: Solaris VII'', p. 30: "Stables of Solaris VII - Starlight Stables"</ref>
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| <ref name=MPS7-30>''MapPack: Solaris VII'', p. 30: "Stables of Solaris VII - Starlight Stables"</ref>
 
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| <ref name=TRO3055U-172>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 172: "CLS-4S Colossus"</ref>
 
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| <ref name="MWDADPCp415">''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 415: "Michael Miller"</ref>
 
| <ref name="MWDADPCp415">''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 415: "Michael Miller"</ref>
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==Tactics and Style==
 
==Tactics and Style==
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The Stables' MechWarriors are known for their use of maneuverability and local terrain to keep the opponents off guard.<ref name=MPS7-30/>
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The stable's MechWarriors are known for using their maneuverability and the local terrain to keep opponents off-guard.<ref name=MPS7-30/>
  
 
==Facilities==
 
==Facilities==
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The '''Starlight Stables Ranch''' is located on the seacoast west of [[Solaris City]]. The barracks resemble a luxury hotel able to house up to a dozen warriors, and it has a small arena big enough for good-sized 'Mech battles. The 'Mech bay and the maintenance facilities are underground.<ref name=S7BSGBp17>''Solaris VII: The Game World – Gamemaster's Book'', p. 17: "Starlight Stables"</ref>
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The Starlight Stables Ranch is located on the coast west of [[Solaris City]]. The barracks resembles a luxury hotel able to house up to a dozen warriors, and it has a small arena big enough for good-sized 'Mech battles. The 'Mech bay and the maintenance facilities are underground.<ref name=SOLARISPB17 />
  
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Starlight House, home of Tran Ky Bao, Starlight Stables stable master, is located in [[Black Hills]].<ref name="SBS-PGp30-31">''Solaris VII: The Game World – Player's Book'', pp. 29–30: "Black Hills - Points of Interest"</ref>
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Starlight House, home of Tran Ky Bo, Starlight Stables stablemaster, is located in [[Black Hills]].<ref name="SBS-PGp30-31">''Solaris VII: The Game World – Player's Book'', pp. 29–30: "Black Hills - Points of Interest"</ref>
  
 
==Stable Characteristics==
 
==Stable Characteristics==
 
* Experience = Elite
 
* Experience = Elite
 
* Rating = AA in 3054 and 3067
 
* Rating = AA in 3054 and 3067
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* BattleMech = 19 in 3051 and 21 in 3067
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* BattleMechs = 19 in 3051 and 21 in 3067
  
 
==Notes==
 
==Notes==
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In 3067 the Stable was paying 1,100 [[C-bill]]s month and 22% contract percentage fee.<ref name=MPS7-30/>
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In 3067, the stable was paying 1,100 [[C-bill]]s month and had a 22% contract percentage fee.<ref name=MPS7-30/>
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==Rules==
 
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===Game Rules===
 
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The Stable as of 3067 has access to A Rated Equipment.
 
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Opponents facing Starlight Stables MechWarriors suffer a +1 to-hit modifier against any Starlight 'Mech that mover more than 3 MP in a turn.
 
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Starlight MechWarriors receive a +1 Initiative bonus on the [[Hartford Gardens]] and [[The Jungle]] or any Hill and Wooden terrain when fighting on an Off-Circuit Venue map.<ref>''Mappack: Solaris VII'', p. 44: Rules/Stable-Specific Rules - Starlight Stables special abilities</ref>
 
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==References==
 
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==Bibliography==
 
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* ''[[Mappack: Solaris VII]]''
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* ''[[The Honor Road]]'' (short story)
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* ''[[MechWarrior's Guide to Solaris VII]]''
 
* ''[[MechWarrior's Guide to Solaris VII]]''
 
* ''[[Solaris VII: The Game World]]''
 
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* [http://www.classicbattletech.com/forums/index.php?topic=9432.0 Writers comments] (dead link)
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[[Category:Solaris Stables]]
 
[[Category:Solaris Stables]]

Latest revision as of 09:31, 10 October 2023

Logo of Starlight Stables
Starlight Stables
Team Profile
Sport 'Mech Dueling
League Solaris Games
Affiliation Federated Suns
Home Solaris VII
Colors silver and blue; a silver comet trailing stars across a gray, black and white triple-S, set against a blue field

Description[edit]

Along with Overlord Stables, Starlight holds the highest ranking available. All of Starlight's MechWarriors are treated fairly.[1] The Stable is based in Black Hills.[2]

History[edit]

Starlight was formed in 2898.[2]

After a series of setbacks during the 3040s, the stable's fortunes improved. During the FedCom Civil War, their MechWarriors were allowed to join the pro-Davion alliance. Starlight had several clashes with the other Davion stable, Blackstar Stables‎‎, but nevertheless joined forces around Michael Searcy.[1] When it seemed that Blackstar Stables was going to dissolve, they were even able to pick up a few recruits.[3]

Starlight survived into the Dark Age, and one of its MechWarriors, Levi Haynes, was a 3135 Solaris VII Grand Tournament finalist.[4]

Operations[edit]

Unknown.

Stablemaster & Owner[edit]

  • Tran Ky Bo is known as a superb businessman and has led the stable from success to success.[1]

Notable Personnel[edit]

Technicians[edit]

Instructors[edit]

  • Michael Romney - A former Solaris Champion who became an instructor at Starlight Stables after retirement.[1]

MechWarriors[edit]

In 3051, 21 MechWarriors were fighting for Starlight Stables.[1]

Known MechWarriors[edit]

MechWarrior Era Comments References
Bassem Dichari Clan Invasion Ranked 4th in Solaris Top Twenty [1]
Karl Edwards Clan Invasion,
Civil War,
Jihad 		[3]
Estelle Goulet Civil War [5]
Aaron Harper Civil War [6]
Armis Hathaway Dark Age [7]
Levi Haynes Dark Age [4]
Mike Higgins Civil War 3066 Class V Champion [8]
Michael Miller Dark Age [9]
Daniel Pereira Dark Age [10]
Sarah Anne Wilder Civil War Ranked third in the 3067 Top Twenty [11]

Tactics and Style[edit]

The stable's MechWarriors are known for using their maneuverability and the local terrain to keep opponents off-guard.[3]

Facilities[edit]

The Starlight Stables Ranch is located on the coast west of Solaris City. The barracks resembles a luxury hotel able to house up to a dozen warriors, and it has a small arena big enough for good-sized 'Mech battles. The 'Mech bay and the maintenance facilities are underground.[1]

Starlight House, home of Tran Ky Bo, Starlight Stables stablemaster, is located in Black Hills.[12]

Stable Characteristics[edit]

  • Experience = Elite
  • Rating = AA in 3054 and 3067
  • BattleMechs = 19 in 3051 and 21 in 3067

Notes[edit]

In 3067, the stable was paying 1,100 C-bills month and had a 22% contract percentage fee.[3]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 Solaris VII: The Game World – Gamemaster's Book, p. 17: "Starlight Stables"
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade, p. 21: "Stable-Specific Rules"
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 MapPack: Solaris VII, p. 30: "Stables of Solaris VII - Starlight Stables"
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Dark Age: LinkNet Articles (3136), pp. 7–8: "Solaris VII 3135 Grand Tournament Recap"
  5. ↑ Illusions of Victory, ch. 10, p. 49
  6. ↑ "Illusions of Victory", ch. 14
  7. ↑ Dark Age: 3132-3134 INN, p. 288: "3132 Solaris VII Championships Season Review (Part 4)"
  8. ↑ Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p. 172: "CLS-4S Colossus"
  9. ↑ MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards, p. 415: "Michael Miller"
  10. ↑ The Honor Road
  11. ↑ MechWarrior's Guide to Solaris VII, p. 64: "BattleMech Stable Table"
  12. ↑ Solaris VII: The Game World – Player's Book, pp. 29–30: "Black Hills - Points of Interest"

Bibliography[edit]

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