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| Affiliation = [[Taurian Concordat]] | | Affiliation = [[Taurian Concordat]] | ||
| Home = [[Solaris VII]] | | Home = [[Solaris VII]] | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''Toro Stables''' suffers from the start from money problems, with the team tottering on | + | The '''Toro Stables''' suffers from the start from money problems, with the team tottering on the edge of ruin. DiSanto, the stablemaster, has publicly accused "a cabal of [[Davion]] stables" for the problems, accusations without proof.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3">''Toro Stables'', p. 3</ref> |
| − | The stable is based in the northwest of Montenegro, where they use a warehouse and an empty field. Housing is provided by half a dozen trailers on site, and security is in charge of one of the many local gangs. While on site, everybody is armed and the rumors on the street spoke about booby-traps. Legend speaks on intruders disappearing without a trace.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3a">''Toro Stables'', p. 3 | + | The stable is based in the northwest of Montenegro, where they use a warehouse and an empty field. Housing is provided by half a dozen trailers on site, and security is in charge of one of the many local gangs. While on site, everybody is armed and the rumors on the street spoke about booby-traps. Legend speaks on intruders disappearing without a trace.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3a">''Toro Stables'', p. 3: "Facilities"</ref> |
==History== | ==History== | ||
'''Toro Stables''' was established in [[3082]] but never has adapted well to the Solaris' brutal environment. Toro is trying to establish itself in Class Three, Four and Five as it only has two qualified class Six warriors.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3"/> | '''Toro Stables''' was established in [[3082]] but never has adapted well to the Solaris' brutal environment. Toro is trying to establish itself in Class Three, Four and Five as it only has two qualified class Six warriors.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3"/> | ||
| − | The stable is chronically short of parts, and it is not that strange that weapons or other systems for | + | The stable is chronically short of parts, and it is not that strange that weapons or other systems for one '[[Mech]] are moved to another. More than a few times, Toro has lost a match because of this jury-rigged repairs falling at the worst time. Toro doesn't have money to hire more techs, and DiSanto is wary of strangers he fears could be a Davion spy.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3Tech">''Toro Stables'', p. 3: "Technicians"</ref> |
==Stable Master and Owners== | ==Stable Master and Owners== | ||
* '''[[Baron]] MacPhersion''' of [[Sterope]] is the owner of the stable, though he has never been seen. Even his existence cannot be confirmed.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3"/> | * '''[[Baron]] MacPhersion''' of [[Sterope]] is the owner of the stable, though he has never been seen. Even his existence cannot be confirmed.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3"/> | ||
| − | * [[Carmine | + | * [[Carmine DiSanto|Carmine "Bull" DiSanto]] is a drinker and a gambler with bad temper.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp4a">''Toro Stables'', p. 4: "Carmine 'Bull' DiSanto"</ref> |
==Notable Personnel== | ==Notable Personnel== | ||
===Instructors=== | ===Instructors=== | ||
| − | * [[Deacon Jablonski]] is the Stable's sole instructor, handling the four classes that Toro has (from Three to Six), adjusting his training to fit each pilot's ability and skills.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3d">''Toro Stables'', p. 3 | + | * [[Deacon Jablonski]] is the Stable's sole instructor, handling the four classes that Toro has (from Three to Six), adjusting his training to fit each pilot's ability and skills.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3d">''Toro Stables'', p. 3: "Instructors"</ref><ref name="TOROSTABLESp4b">''Toro Stables'', p. 4: "Deacon Jablonski"</ref> |
===Technicians=== | ===Technicians=== | ||
| − | * Senior Technician [[Rhonda Gladdens]].<ref name=" | + | * Senior Technician [[Rhonda Gladdens]].<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3Tech">''Toro Stables'', p. 3: "Technicians"</ref><ref name="TOROSTABLESp4c">''Toro Stables'', p. 4: "Rhonda Gladdens"</ref> |
===MechWarriors=== | ===MechWarriors=== | ||
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| [[Dark Age]] | | [[Dark Age]] | ||
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| − | | <ref name="TOROSTABLESp4e">''Toro Stables'', p. 4 | + | | <ref name="TOROSTABLESp4e">''Toro Stables'', p. 4: "Kyp Duncan"</ref> |
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| [[Wendell Tastuma]] | | [[Wendell Tastuma]] | ||
| Dark Age | | Dark Age | ||
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| − | | <ref name="TOROSTABLESp4f">''Toro Stables'', p. 4 | + | | <ref name="TOROSTABLESp4f">''Toro Stables'', p. 4: "Wendell Tastuma"</ref> |
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==Tactics and Style== | ==Tactics and Style== | ||
| − | '''Toro Stables''' lacks any tactic beyond the pilot's own preferences. They do not prefer any arena and they can adapt to any of them. They do hold nothing back against any [[Federated Suns]]-affiliated opponents, and more than a few matches have turned into bloody, brutal affairs.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3e">''Toro Stables'', p. 3 | + | '''Toro Stables''' lacks any tactic beyond the pilot's own preferences. They do not prefer any arena and they can adapt to any of them. They do hold nothing back against any [[Federated Suns]]-affiliated opponents, and more than a few matches have turned into bloody, brutal affairs.<ref name="TOROSTABLESp3e">''Toro Stables'', p. 3: "Tactics"</ref> |
==Stable Characteristics== | ==Stable Characteristics== | ||
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===Game Rules=== | ===Game Rules=== | ||
| − | With so many jury-rigging, it is not that strange that Toro 'Mechs suffer weapons malfunctions. The first time a Toro 'Mech fires a weapon in a match, roll 2D6. On | + | With so many jury-rigging, it is not that strange that Toro 'Mechs suffer weapons malfunctions. The first time a Toro 'Mech fires a weapon in a match, roll 2D6. On an 8+, the weapon malfunctions. Use the Expanded Critical Damage rules (see p. 75, ''Tactical Operations'') to determine how the weapon is damaged. Otherwise the weapon will function normally for the rest of the match. |
<ref name="TOROSTABLESp5">''Toro Stables'', p. 5</ref> | <ref name="TOROSTABLESp5">''Toro Stables'', p. 5</ref> | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
* ''[[BattleCorps Stable Reports#Stable Report: Toro Stables|Stable Report: Toro Stables]]'' | * ''[[BattleCorps Stable Reports#Stable Report: Toro Stables|Stable Report: Toro Stables]]'' | ||
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[[Category:Solaris Stables|Toro Stables]] | [[Category:Solaris Stables|Toro Stables]] | ||
Revision as of 23:22, 15 August 2022
| Toro Stables | |
|---|---|
| Team Profile | |
| Sport | 'Mech Dueling |
| League | Solaris Games |
| Affiliation | Taurian Concordat |
| Home | Solaris VII |
| Colors | Brown and red, an angry bull's head |
Contents
Description
The Toro Stables suffers from the start from money problems, with the team tottering on the edge of ruin. DiSanto, the stablemaster, has publicly accused "a cabal of Davion stables" for the problems, accusations without proof.[1]
The stable is based in the northwest of Montenegro, where they use a warehouse and an empty field. Housing is provided by half a dozen trailers on site, and security is in charge of one of the many local gangs. While on site, everybody is armed and the rumors on the street spoke about booby-traps. Legend speaks on intruders disappearing without a trace.[2]
History
Toro Stables was established in 3082 but never has adapted well to the Solaris' brutal environment. Toro is trying to establish itself in Class Three, Four and Five as it only has two qualified class Six warriors.[1] The stable is chronically short of parts, and it is not that strange that weapons or other systems for one 'Mech are moved to another. More than a few times, Toro has lost a match because of this jury-rigged repairs falling at the worst time. Toro doesn't have money to hire more techs, and DiSanto is wary of strangers he fears could be a Davion spy.[3]
Stable Master and Owners
- Baron MacPhersion of Sterope is the owner of the stable, though he has never been seen. Even his existence cannot be confirmed.[1]
- Carmine "Bull" DiSanto is a drinker and a gambler with bad temper.[4]
Notable Personnel
Instructors
- Deacon Jablonski is the Stable's sole instructor, handling the four classes that Toro has (from Three to Six), adjusting his training to fit each pilot's ability and skills.[5][6]
Technicians
- Senior Technician Rhonda Gladdens.[3][7]
MechWarriors
In 3051 nine MechWarriors were fighting for Toro Stables.[1]
Known MechWarriors
| MechWarrior | Era | Comments | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyp Duncan | Dark Age | [8] | |
| Wendell Tastuma | Dark Age | [9] |
Other
None.
Tactics and Style
Toro Stables lacks any tactic beyond the pilot's own preferences. They do not prefer any arena and they can adapt to any of them. They do hold nothing back against any Federated Suns-affiliated opponents, and more than a few matches have turned into bloody, brutal affairs.[10]
Stable Characteristics
- Experience =
- Rating = D
- BattleMech = 12 in 3086
Notes
As of 3086, the Stable has D rating. The standard contract is for 400 C-bills and a 15% of the earnings.[1]
Rules
Game Rules
With so many jury-rigging, it is not that strange that Toro 'Mechs suffer weapons malfunctions. The first time a Toro 'Mech fires a weapon in a match, roll 2D6. On an 8+, the weapon malfunctions. Use the Expanded Critical Damage rules (see p. 75, Tactical Operations) to determine how the weapon is damaged. Otherwise the weapon will function normally for the rest of the match. [11]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Toro Stables, p. 3
- ↑ Toro Stables, p. 3: "Facilities"
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Toro Stables, p. 3: "Technicians"
- ↑ Toro Stables, p. 4: "Carmine 'Bull' DiSanto"
- ↑ Toro Stables, p. 3: "Instructors"
- ↑ Toro Stables, p. 4: "Deacon Jablonski"
- ↑ Toro Stables, p. 4: "Rhonda Gladdens"
- ↑ Toro Stables, p. 4: "Kyp Duncan"
- ↑ Toro Stables, p. 4: "Wendell Tastuma"
- ↑ Toro Stables, p. 3: "Tactics"
- ↑ Toro Stables, p. 5