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| image = [[File:Zelazni.png]]
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{{infoBoxSportsTeam
| stablename = Zelazni
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| image = Zelazni.png
| colors-badge = blue and copper; a blue BattleMech against a copper field
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| Founded =  
| experience = Elite {{cn}}<br> Veteran (3067)
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| Dissolved =  
| rating = A (3054 and 3067)
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| Previous Names =  
| affiliation = [[Capellan Confederation]]
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| Sport = Mech Dueling
| mech = 31 ([[3051]] and [[3054]])<br/> 20 ([[3067]])
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| League = [[Solaris Games]]
| battlearmor =
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| Affiliation = [[Capellan Confederation]]
| exoskeletons =
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| Home = [[Solaris VII]]
| infantry =
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| Colors = blue and copper; a blue BattleMech against a copper field
| vehicles =
 
| vtols =
 
| aerofighters =
 
| convfighters =  
 
 
}}
 
}}
  
 
==Description==
 
==Description==
The Stable is known for his law-abiding attitude.
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The Stable is known for his law-abiding attitude. The Stable is based in [[Cathay]].<ref name=RS3055U>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 21 "STABLE-SPECIFIC RULES"</ref>
  
 
==History==
 
==History==
The stable is known for its good reputation but lost influence because the feud with the [[Tandrek Stables]]. The ongoing fighting cost both sides many resources.<ref name ="SGM-GM"/> With the death of [[Roger Tandrek], the feud grew to a new level during the [[3062]] Riots where those clashes nearly left both Stables bankrupt.<ref name="IoV-C14">''Illusions of Victory'', "Chapter 14"</ref> Even in [[3067]] rarely a month goes by without at least one Zelazni-Tandrek grudge match being fought in the arenas.<ref name=MPS7-32>''Mappack: Solaris VII'', p. 32 "Stables of Solaris VII - Zelazni Stables"</ref>
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The Stable was formed in [[2990]].<ref name=RS3055U/>
  
Zelazni Stables purchased two [[Porcupines]], becoming the first major stable to put this machine through its paces in real combat.
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The stable is known for its good reputation but lost influence because the feud with the [[Tandrek Stables]]. The ongoing fighting cost both sides many resources.<ref name ="SGM-GM"/> With the death of [[Roger Tandrek]], the feud grew to a new level during the [[3062]] Riots where those clashes nearly left both Stables bankrupt.<ref name="IoV-C14">''Illusions of Victory'', "Chapter 14"</ref> Even in [[3067]] rarely a month goes by without at least one Zelazni-Tandrek grudge match being fought in the arenas.<ref name=MPS7-32>''MapPack: Solaris VII'', p. 32 "Stables of Solaris VII - Zelazni Stables"</ref>
Unfortunately, after a less-than-stellar performance by one during a recent grudge match between Zelazni and Tandrek stables, Victor Zelazni has reportedly started looking for anyone interested in taking the other Porcupine off his hands.<ref name=TRO3055U-126>''Technical Readout 3055 Upgrade'', p.126 "PRC-1N PORCUPINE"</ref>
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Zelazni Stables purchased two ''[[Porcupine]]'' 'Mechs, becoming the first major stable to put this machine through its paces in real combat. Unfortunately, after a less-than-stellar performance by one during a recent grudge match between Zelazni and Tandrek stables, Victor Zelazni has reportedly started looking for anyone interested in taking the other ''Porcupine'' off his hands.<ref name=TRO3055U-126>''Technical Readout 3055 Upgrade'', p.126 "PRC-1N PORCUPINE"</ref>
  
 
==Operations==
 
==Operations==
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==Stablemaster and owner==
 
==Stablemaster and owner==
* '''Victor Zelazni''' is the stables' stablemaster. He regards his personnel with respect and direct contracts. Known to and pay contracts on time.<ref name ="SGM-GM"/> After his feuds with [[Roger Tandrek]] and now with his daugther [[Robynn Tandrek]], he still shows no sign of him yielding to the vendetta.<ref name=MPS7-32/>
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* [[Victor Zelazni]] was the stablemaster during the feud with [[Tandrek Stables]].<ref name ="SGM-GM"/><ref name=MPS7-32/>
  
 
==Notable Personnel==
 
==Notable Personnel==
 
===Technicians===
 
===Technicians===
* '''Jay Rivo''' had worked as a tech for the [[Waco Rangers]] and with his skills he easily found work on [[Solaris VII]] when he arrived in [[3050]]<ref name=MPS7-32/>. His experience led him to create some strange but functional modifications, which have garnered some interest in the [[CCAF]], though not the same with the Stables MechWarriors.<ref name ="SGM-GM"/> Veterans have learned to watch for those modifications, but the novices might end up with some unpredictable results.<ref name=MPS7-32/>
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* [[Jay Rivo]]<ref name=MPS7-32/><ref name ="SGM-GM"/>
  
 
===MechWarriors===
 
===MechWarriors===
In [[3051]] 33 MechWarriors were fighting for '''Zelazni Stables'''.<ref name ="SGM-GM">''Solaris VII: The Game World - Game Master book'', p. 20 "Zelazni Stables"</ref>
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In [[3051]] 33 MechWarriors were fighting for '''Zelazni Stables'''.<ref name ="SGM-GM">''Solaris VII: The Game World – Gamemaster's Book'', p. 20 "Zelazni Stables"</ref>
  
 
In [[3067]] 23 MechWarriors were fighting for '''Zelazni Stables'''.<ref name=MPS7-32/>
 
In [[3067]] 23 MechWarriors were fighting for '''Zelazni Stables'''.<ref name=MPS7-32/>
  
 
====Known MechWarriors====
 
====Known MechWarriors====
* [[Michael Karufel]]<ref name ="SGM-GM"/>
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* [[Mandole Mgwane]]<ref name ="SGM-GM"/>
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! MechWarrior
* [[Jerry Seeger]]<ref name=DAINN_p287>''Dark Age: 3132-3134 INN'', p. 287 "3132 Solaris VII Championships Season Review (Part 3)"</ref>
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! Era
* [[P. C. Smith]]<ref name="SVIIMappakp18">''Mappack: Solaris VII'', p. 18 "Steiner Stadium, back in business"</ref>
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! Comments
* [[Olivia Tyler]]<ref name=DAINN_p283>''Dark Age: 3132-3134 INN'', p. 283 "3132 Solaris VII Championships Season Review (Part 2)"</ref>
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! References
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|-
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|[[Adam Grady]]
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|[[FedCom Civil War|Civil War]]
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|
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|<ref name="SGS">''Solaris Broadcasting Co., 12/02/3070: "Spotlight: Gupta Sanga"''</ref>
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|-
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| [[Michael Karufel]]
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| [[Clan Invasion]]<br>Civil War
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| Ranked eleventh in the Top Twenty
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| <ref name ="SGM-GM"/>
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|-
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| [[Mandole Mgwane]]
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| Clan Invasion<br>Civil War<br>[[Jihad]]
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| Ranked seventeenth in the Top Twenty
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| <ref name ="SGM-GM"/>
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|-
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| [[Igor Minatsakonov]]
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| Dark Age
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|
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| <ref name=HonorRoad>''The Honor Road''</ref>
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|-
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| [[Jerry Seeger]]
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| [[Dark Age]]
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|
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| <ref name=DAINN_p287>''Dark Age: 3132-3134 INN'', p. 287 "3132 Solaris VII Championships Season Review (Part 3)"</ref>
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|-
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| [[P. C. Smith]]
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| Civil War
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|
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| <ref name="SVIIMappakp18">''MapPack: Solaris VII'', p. 18 "Steiner Stadium, back in business"</ref>
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|-
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| [[Olivia Tyler]]
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| Dark Age
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|
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| <ref name=DAINN_p283>''Dark Age: 3132-3134 INN'', p. 283 "3132 Solaris VII Championships Season Review (Part 2)"</ref>
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|-
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|}
  
 
==Tactics and Style==
 
==Tactics and Style==
The warriors of the stable prefer physical attacks to bring their opponent down. That primary fighting style is often why members of the stable's gunnery skills are underestimated. The hatchet is an often used weapons during close combat. <ref>''Solaris Mappack'' p.32 </ref><ref name=MPS7-32/>
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The warriors of the stable prefer physical attacks to bring their opponent down. That primary fighting style is often why members of the stable's gunnery skills are underestimated. The hatchet is an often used weapons during close combat.<ref name=MPS7-32 />
  
 
==Facilities==
 
==Facilities==
The Stables own the Zelazni Training Center. The facility includes advanced training simulators, a well supplied repair bay and also space for personal on vacation.<ref name ="SGM-GM"/>
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The Stables own the Zelazni Training Center. The facility includes advanced training simulators, a well-supplied repair bay and also space for personal on vacation.<ref name ="SGM-GM"/>
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==Stable Characteristics==
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* Experience = Elite, Veteran in 3067
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* Rating = A in 3054 and 3067
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* BattleMech = 31 in 3051 and 3054, 20 in 3067
  
 
==Notes==
 
==Notes==
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Zelazni MechWarriors receive a -1 to-hit modifier for all physical attacks and a +1 bonus to all Piloting Skill Rolls.
 
Zelazni MechWarriors receive a -1 to-hit modifier for all physical attacks and a +1 bonus to all Piloting Skill Rolls.
  
Warriors from Zelazni can take careful aim with all weapons. In order to execute this maneuver they need to stand still and announce they are going to careful aim rather than make an attack during the Weapons Attack Phase (and they are not forced to say to whom they are aiming). For each consecutive turn of careful aim the MechWarriors gain a -1 to-hit modifier (to a maximum of -3) to all direct-fire weapons mounted in a single location. If while aiming the MechWarriors fails a piloting roll, all the cumulative bonus are lost.<ref>''Mappack: Solaris VII'', p. 44 Rules/Stable-Specific Rules - Zelazni Stables special abilities</ref>
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Warriors from Zelazni can take careful aim with all weapons. In order to execute this maneuver they need to stand still and announce they are going to carefully aim rather than make an attack during the Weapons Attack Phase (and they are not forced to say at whom they are aiming). For each consecutive turn of careful aim the MechWarriors gain a -1 to-hit modifier (to a maximum of -3) to all direct-fire weapons mounted in a single location. If while aiming the MechWarriors fails a piloting roll, all the cumulative bonus are lost.<ref>''MapPack: Solaris VII'', p. 44 Rules/Stable-Specific Rules - Zelazni Stables special abilities</ref>
 
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
*[[Solaris VII: The Game World|Solaris VII - Game Master book]], p. 22
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* ''[[List of Solaris Broadcasting Co. articles#Spotlight: Gupta Sanga|BattleCorps Solaris Broadcasting Co., 12/02/3070: "Spotlight: Gupta Sanga"]]''
*[[Mappack: Solaris VII]], page 32
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* ''[[The Honor Road]]'' (short story)
*[http://www.classicbattletech.com/forums/index.php?topic=9418.0  Writers comments]
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* ''[[MapPack: Solaris VII]]''
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* ''[[Solaris VII: The Game World|Solaris VII: The Game World – Gamemaster's Book]]'', p. 22
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* ''[http://www.classicbattletech.com/forums/index.php?topic=9418.0  Writers comments]'' (note link)
  
 
[[Category:Solaris Stables]]
 
[[Category:Solaris Stables]]

Latest revision as of 12:21, 5 September 2023

Logo of Zelazni Stables
Zelazni Stables
Team Profile
Sport Mech Dueling
League Solaris Games
Affiliation Capellan Confederation
Home Solaris VII
Colors blue and copper; a blue BattleMech against a copper field

Description[edit]

The Stable is known for his law-abiding attitude. The Stable is based in Cathay.[1]

History[edit]

The Stable was formed in 2990.[1]

The stable is known for its good reputation but lost influence because the feud with the Tandrek Stables. The ongoing fighting cost both sides many resources.[2] With the death of Roger Tandrek, the feud grew to a new level during the 3062 Riots where those clashes nearly left both Stables bankrupt.[3] Even in 3067 rarely a month goes by without at least one Zelazni-Tandrek grudge match being fought in the arenas.[4]

Zelazni Stables purchased two Porcupine 'Mechs, becoming the first major stable to put this machine through its paces in real combat. Unfortunately, after a less-than-stellar performance by one during a recent grudge match between Zelazni and Tandrek stables, Victor Zelazni has reportedly started looking for anyone interested in taking the other Porcupine off his hands.[5]

Operations[edit]

Unknown.

Stablemaster and owner[edit]

Notable Personnel[edit]

Technicians[edit]

MechWarriors[edit]

In 3051 33 MechWarriors were fighting for Zelazni Stables.[2]

In 3067 23 MechWarriors were fighting for Zelazni Stables.[4]

Known MechWarriors[edit]

MechWarrior Era Comments References
Adam Grady Civil War [6]
Michael Karufel Clan Invasion
Civil War
Ranked eleventh in the Top Twenty [2]
Mandole Mgwane Clan Invasion
Civil War
Jihad
Ranked seventeenth in the Top Twenty [2]
Igor Minatsakonov Dark Age [7]
Jerry Seeger Dark Age [8]
P. C. Smith Civil War [9]
Olivia Tyler Dark Age [10]

Tactics and Style[edit]

The warriors of the stable prefer physical attacks to bring their opponent down. That primary fighting style is often why members of the stable's gunnery skills are underestimated. The hatchet is an often used weapons during close combat.[4]

Facilities[edit]

The Stables own the Zelazni Training Center. The facility includes advanced training simulators, a well-supplied repair bay and also space for personal on vacation.[2]

Stable Characteristics[edit]

  • Experience = Elite, Veteran in 3067
  • Rating = A in 3054 and 3067
  • BattleMech = 31 in 3051 and 3054, 20 in 3067

Notes[edit]

As of 3067, MechWarriors have contracts of 20 percent and 1.400 c-bills for wages.[4]

The Stable's rating has been lowered because of his feud with Tandrek Stables.[2]

Rules[edit]

Game Rules[edit]

The Stable as of 3067 has access to B Rated Equipment.

Zelazni MechWarriors receive a -1 to-hit modifier for all physical attacks and a +1 bonus to all Piloting Skill Rolls.

Warriors from Zelazni can take careful aim with all weapons. In order to execute this maneuver they need to stand still and announce they are going to carefully aim rather than make an attack during the Weapons Attack Phase (and they are not forced to say at whom they are aiming). For each consecutive turn of careful aim the MechWarriors gain a -1 to-hit modifier (to a maximum of -3) to all direct-fire weapons mounted in a single location. If while aiming the MechWarriors fails a piloting roll, all the cumulative bonus are lost.[11]

References[edit]

  1. 1.0 1.1 Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade, p. 21 "STABLE-SPECIFIC RULES"
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Solaris VII: The Game World – Gamemaster's Book, p. 20 "Zelazni Stables"
  3. Illusions of Victory, "Chapter 14"
  4. 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 MapPack: Solaris VII, p. 32 "Stables of Solaris VII - Zelazni Stables"
  5. Technical Readout 3055 Upgrade, p.126 "PRC-1N PORCUPINE"
  6. Solaris Broadcasting Co., 12/02/3070: "Spotlight: Gupta Sanga"
  7. The Honor Road
  8. Dark Age: 3132-3134 INN, p. 287 "3132 Solaris VII Championships Season Review (Part 3)"
  9. MapPack: Solaris VII, p. 18 "Steiner Stadium, back in business"
  10. Dark Age: 3132-3134 INN, p. 283 "3132 Solaris VII Championships Season Review (Part 2)"
  11. MapPack: Solaris VII, p. 44 Rules/Stable-Specific Rules - Zelazni Stables special abilities

Bibliography[edit]