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|name = ''Wight'' | |name = ''Wight'' | ||
| − | |manufacturer = [[Luthien Armor Works]]<ref name=TRO3075>''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp. 70-71, "Wight 'Mech Profile"</ref> | + | |manufacturer = [[Luthien Armor Works]]<ref name=TRO3075>''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp. 70-71, "Wight 'Mech Profile"</ref> |
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| + | [[StarCorps Industries]]<ref name=TRO3075/> | ||
|production year=3068 | |production year=3068 | ||
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3546/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3546/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
|model = WGT-1LAW/SC | |model = WGT-1LAW/SC | ||
|class = Light | |class = Light | ||
| − | |cost = 3,281,535 C- | + | |cost = 3,281,535 [[C-bill]]s |
|Tech Base=[[Inner Sphere]] | |Tech Base=[[Inner Sphere]] | ||
|mech type=Battlemech | |mech type=Battlemech | ||
|feet=2 | |feet=2 | ||
|mass = 35 | |mass = 35 | ||
| − | |chassis = Alshain 560-Carrier [[ | + | |chassis = [[Alshain 560-Carrier]] [[endo steel]] |
| − | |armor = New Samarkand Royal [[heavy ferro-fibrous]] | + | |armor = [[New Samarkand Royal]] [[heavy ferro-fibrous]] |
|engine = [[Omni 175 Compact|Omni 175]] [[compact fusion engine]] | |engine = [[Omni 175 Compact|Omni 175]] [[compact fusion engine]] | ||
|comsys = [[Sipher CommCon SCU-4]] | |comsys = [[Sipher CommCon SCU-4]] | ||
|T&T = [[Cat's Eyes 5]] | |T&T = [[Cat's Eyes 5]] | ||
| − | |heat sinks = 10 [[ | + | |heat sinks = 10 [[double heat sink]]s |
|speed = 86.0 | |speed = 86.0 | ||
|jumpjets = None | |jumpjets = None | ||
| − | |armament = 1x [[Heavy PPC]] | + | |armament = |
| + | * 1x [[Heavy PPC]] | ||
| + | * 2x [[ER medium Laser]]s | ||
|BV (2.0)= 1,142<ref name=TRO3075/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 40</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 129</ref> | |BV (2.0)= 1,142<ref name=TRO3075/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 40</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 129</ref> | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Developed as much to replace units lost in the [[Word of Blake|Blakists']] [[Jihad]] as to prove the enduring industrial strength of the [[Draconis Combine]], the '''''Wight''''' is a daring and innovative [['Mech]] design. With the loss of their main facility on the Combine's [[Luthien|capital]] in [[3068]], [[Luthien Armor Works]] was caught between a government contract it could not refuse, yet could not fulfill due to lack of facilities, resulting in a surprising solution. Buying up a large volume of worn out | + | Developed as much to replace units lost in the [[Word of Blake|Blakists']] [[Jihad]] as to prove the enduring industrial strength of the [[Draconis Combine]], the '''''Wight''''' is a daring and innovative [['Mech]] design. With the loss of their main facility on the Combine's [[Luthien|capital]] in [[3068]], [[Luthien Armor Works]] was caught between a government contract it could not refuse, yet could not fulfill due to lack of facilities, resulting in a surprising solution. Buying up a large volume of worn out 10-K ''[[Panther]]''s sent to [[Wakazashi Enterprises]] for refurbishment, LAW stripped each 'Mech down to its base [[endo steel]] skeleton and then contracted with [[StarCorps Industries]] of [[Son Hoa]] in the [[Lyran Alliance]] to share the cost of a new design, shipping some of these frames to StarCorps with the paired ER lasers mounted to outfit as they wished. Those frames that LAW retained had [[compact fusion engine]]s, [[double heat sink]]s, and [[heavy ferro-fibrous]] armor installed to give the ''Wight'' surprising longevity for a front line light 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3075/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Wight'''s weapon array suits its role as a short ranged brawler, based around one of the newly introduced Lord's Light [[ | + | The ''Wight''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s weapon array suits its role as a short ranged brawler, based around one of the newly introduced [[Lord's Light]] [[heavy PPC]]s in the right torso, backed up by dual mounted [[Diverse Optics (ERML)|Diverse Optics]] [[ER medium laser]]s. Its all energy weapon loadout allows the 'Mech to stay in action as long as its bulky armor and its pilot's endurance will allow.<ref name=TRO3075/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; WGT-1LAW/SC3 : | + | *; WGT-1LAW/SC3 : This variant removes one [[ER medium laser]] in order to add a [[C3 slave]]. BV (2.0) = 1,057<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 41</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 130</ref> |
| − | *; WGT-2SC : Despite sharing the cost of the design, StarCorps has never produced the base model, blasting LAW for its low mobility by light 'Mech standards. StarCorp's base version of the ''Wight'' uses standard [[ferro-fibrous]] armor and carries a [[ | + | *; WGT-2SC : Despite sharing the cost of the design, StarCorps has never produced the base model, blasting LAW for its low mobility by light 'Mech standards. StarCorp's base version of the ''Wight'' instead uses standard [[ferro-fibrous]] armor and carries a [[snub-nose PPC]] as its main weapon to allow it to mount [[jump jet]]s, trading firepower for mobility. BV (2.0) = 1,093<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 44</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 133</ref> |
| − | *; WGT-2LAW : LAW's response to StarCorps' scathing review, | + | *; WGT-2LAW : LAW's response to StarCorps' scathing review, this enhanced mobility ''Wight'' variant greatly downgrades its protection and firepower by using [[light ferro-fibrous]] armor and a [[light PPC]] to free up the weight needed for [[improved jump jet]]s. BV (2.0)= 939<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 42</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 131</ref> |
| − | *; WGT-2LAWC3 : The ''Wight'''s version of the ubiquitous [[DCMS]] C3 slave field refit kit | + | *; WGT-2LAWC3 : The ''Wight''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s version of the ubiquitous [[DCMS]] [[C3 slave]] field refit kit. Like many such kits it removes one of the [[ER medium laser]]s to free up the space needed, and is available for both the ''1LAW'' and ''2LAW'' models. BV (2.0)= 821<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 43</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 132</ref> |
| − | *; WGT-3SC : A variant developed by StarCorps for possible sale to the [[Capellan]] market, it trades the 2SC's jump | + | *; WGT-3SC : A variant developed by StarCorps for possible sale to the [[Capellan]] market, it trades the 2SC's [[jump jet]]s for a 'Mech sized [[plasma rifle]]. BV (2.0)= 1,125<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 45</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 134</ref> |
| − | *; WGT-4NC ''Wight Dezgra'' : This ''Wight'' variant is used by [[dezgra|disgraced members]] of [[Clan Nova Cat]] as an assassination unit. Combining Inner Sphere and Clan technology creates a fast, stealthy unit capable of quickly inflicting damage on units and unprotected targets. | + | *; WGT-4NC ''Wight Dezgra'' : This ''Wight'' variant is used by [[dezgra|disgraced members]] of [[Clan Nova Cat]] as an assassination unit. Combining Inner Sphere and Clan technology creates a fast, stealthy unit capable of quickly inflicting damage on units and unprotected targets. It is built on a Clan spec [[composite internal structure]], and is armed with a Clan [[large pulse laser]] and [[medium pulse laser]], while Clan [[ferro-fibrous]] armor provides protection. A [[Watchdog CEWS]] provides electronics support, powered by an Inner Sphere [[XL engine]]. A [[Chameleon LPS]] and [[Null-Signature system]] affect enemy targeting systems. The ''Wight Dezgra'' has a jump radius of 210 meters.<ref name=XTRO:Pp3>''Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms'', p. 3</ref> This design is also used by [[Republic of the Sphere]] special forces units.<ref>''Spotlight On: Stone's Trackers'', p. 7</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
The WGT-1LAW/SC ''Wight '' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 95 BattleMech Quirk Table - Wight Entry.</ref> | The WGT-1LAW/SC ''Wight '' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 95 BattleMech Quirk Table - Wight Entry.</ref> | ||
* [[Exposed Actuators]] | * [[Exposed Actuators]] | ||
| − | * [[ | + | * [[Weak Legs]] |
The WGT-4NC ''Wight Dezgra'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:Pp3/> | The WGT-4NC ''Wight Dezgra'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:Pp3/> | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | Luthien Armor Works' ''Wight''s are produced over the planet [[Dover]] by a L.A.W. mobile factory, which had been constructed in the hull of the unfinished battleship ''Yamato''.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 70</ref><ref>''Field Report: DCMS'', p. 6</ref> | + | * Luthien Armor Works' ''Wight''s are produced over the planet [[Dover]] by a L.A.W. mobile factory, which had been constructed in the hull of the unfinished battleship ''Yamato''.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 70</ref><ref>''Field Report: DCMS'', p. 6</ref> |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
Revision as of 15:49, 2 September 2022
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| Wight | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Luthien Armor Works[1]
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| Production Year | 3068[2] |
| Model | WGT-1LAW/SC |
| Class | Light |
| Cost | 3,281,535 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 35 tons |
| Chassis | Alshain 560-Carrier endo steel |
| Armor | New Samarkand Royal heavy ferro-fibrous |
| Engine | Omni 175 compact fusion engine |
| Communications System | Sipher CommCon SCU-4 |
| Targeting Tracking System | Cat's Eyes 5 |
| Heat Sinks | 10 double heat sinks |
| Speed | 86.0 km/h |
| Jump Jets | None |
| Armament |
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| BV (2.0) | 1,142[1][3][4] |
Contents
Description
Developed as much to replace units lost in the Blakists' Jihad as to prove the enduring industrial strength of the Draconis Combine, the Wight is a daring and innovative 'Mech design. With the loss of their main facility on the Combine's capital in 3068, Luthien Armor Works was caught between a government contract it could not refuse, yet could not fulfill due to lack of facilities, resulting in a surprising solution. Buying up a large volume of worn out 10-K Panthers sent to Wakazashi Enterprises for refurbishment, LAW stripped each 'Mech down to its base endo steel skeleton and then contracted with StarCorps Industries of Son Hoa in the Lyran Alliance to share the cost of a new design, shipping some of these frames to StarCorps with the paired ER lasers mounted to outfit as they wished. Those frames that LAW retained had compact fusion engines, double heat sinks, and heavy ferro-fibrous armor installed to give the Wight surprising longevity for a front line light 'Mech.[1]
Weapons and Equipment
The Wight's weapon array suits its role as a short ranged brawler, based around one of the newly introduced Lord's Light heavy PPCs in the right torso, backed up by dual mounted Diverse Optics ER medium lasers. Its all energy weapon loadout allows the 'Mech to stay in action as long as its bulky armor and its pilot's endurance will allow.[1]
Variants
- WGT-1LAW/SC3
- This variant removes one ER medium laser in order to add a C3 slave. BV (2.0) = 1,057[5][6]
- WGT-2SC
- Despite sharing the cost of the design, StarCorps has never produced the base model, blasting LAW for its low mobility by light 'Mech standards. StarCorp's base version of the Wight instead uses standard ferro-fibrous armor and carries a snub-nose PPC as its main weapon to allow it to mount jump jets, trading firepower for mobility. BV (2.0) = 1,093[7][8]
- WGT-2LAW
- LAW's response to StarCorps' scathing review, this enhanced mobility Wight variant greatly downgrades its protection and firepower by using light ferro-fibrous armor and a light PPC to free up the weight needed for improved jump jets. BV (2.0)= 939[9][10]
- WGT-2LAWC3
- The Wight's version of the ubiquitous DCMS C3 slave field refit kit. Like many such kits it removes one of the ER medium lasers to free up the space needed, and is available for both the 1LAW and 2LAW models. BV (2.0)= 821[11][12]
- WGT-3SC
- A variant developed by StarCorps for possible sale to the Capellan market, it trades the 2SC's jump jets for a 'Mech sized plasma rifle. BV (2.0)= 1,125[13][14]
- WGT-4NC Wight Dezgra
- This Wight variant is used by disgraced members of Clan Nova Cat as an assassination unit. Combining Inner Sphere and Clan technology creates a fast, stealthy unit capable of quickly inflicting damage on units and unprotected targets. It is built on a Clan spec composite internal structure, and is armed with a Clan large pulse laser and medium pulse laser, while Clan ferro-fibrous armor provides protection. A Watchdog CEWS provides electronics support, powered by an Inner Sphere XL engine. A Chameleon LPS and Null-Signature system affect enemy targeting systems. The Wight Dezgra has a jump radius of 210 meters.[15] This design is also used by Republic of the Sphere special forces units.[16]
Design Quirks
The WGT-1LAW/SC Wight has the following Design Quirks:[17]
The WGT-4NC Wight Dezgra variant is subject to the following Design Quirks:[15]
Notes
- Luthien Armor Works' Wights are produced over the planet Dover by a L.A.W. mobile factory, which had been constructed in the hull of the unfinished battleship Yamato.[18][19]
Gallery
Original Wight from TRO:3075
Experimental WGT-4NC Wight "Dezgra" from XTRO:Phantoms
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Technical Readout: 3075, pp. 70-71, "Wight 'Mech Profile"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Wight
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 40
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 129
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 41
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 130
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 44
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 133
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 42
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 131
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 43
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 132
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 45
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 134
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms, p. 3
- ↑ Spotlight On: Stone's Trackers, p. 7
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 95 BattleMech Quirk Table - Wight Entry.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 70
- ↑ Field Report: DCMS, p. 6