Götterdämmerung (BattleMech)
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| Götterdämmerung | |
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| Production Information | |
| Manufacturer(s) | Blackstone BattleMechs, Ltd.[1][2] |
| Production Year | 3138[3] |
| Model | GTD-20S |
| Class | Heavy |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 75 tons |
| Chassis | Blackstone ETG Endo Steel |
| Armor | StarSlab/4 Heavy Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | Edasich 300 Compact |
| Comms | CommuTech High Band 14 |
| TTS | RCA Instatrac Mark X |
| Heat Sinks | 12 Double Heat Sinks |
| Speed | 64 km/h |
| Armament |
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| B.V. (2.0) | 1,727[1][2][4][5] |
Description[edit]
The Götterdämmerung is a heavy BattleMech first fielded by the Lyran Commonwealth in 3138, the 'Mech's German name translates to "Twilight of the Gods," synonymous with Ragnarök of Norse mythology. Designed by Blackstone BattleMechs of Inarcs, the company had intended the Götterdämmerung as a replacement for the ancient Thunderbolt.[1][2]
Shortly after entering service, the Götterdämmerung would gain a mixed reputation for being a highly durable BattleMech, but a difficult design to escape from should it be downed. The 'Mech saw service in many of the Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces' frontline regiments as well as number of mercenary commands.[1][2]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Götterdämmerung's durability is due in part of layers of StarSlab/4 Heavy Ferro-Fibrous Armor, while Blackstone would move the cockpit of the 'Mech to the torso. The Torso-Mounted Cockpit's ejection system is highly complex, making escape from the Götterdämmerung difficult under certain circumstances. MechWarriors piloting the 'Mech need also be wary of losing their side torsos, due to the split placement of their life support systems.[1][2]
The 'Mech's Compact Gyro and the Edasich 300-rated compact fusion engine contributes to its survivability while giving it same mobility as its ancient predecessor.[1][2]
Its long-range arsenal consists of a right arm mounted Defiance 1001 Extended Range Particle Projection Cannon. Backing the ER PPC is a Coventry StarFire 15-tubed LRM Launcher which is found where the cockpit is traditionally located, in the head. Along with the launcher, the ammunition has been placed in head as well. The remainder of the 'Mech's firepower is placed in the center torso, making it difficult for an enemy to knock out all five Defiance Model XII Extended Range Medium Lasers.[1][2]
Variants[edit]
- Short-Range
- Inspired by modern Thunderbolt variants, Blackstone offer a factory variant armed with SRMs and Pulse Lasers.[2]
- Clan
- Enthralled by the resiliency of a Schachtebich Jägers Götterdämmerung against multiple Clan Wolf opponents during the Nineteenth Battle of Hesperus, Clan Sea Fox's Tiburon Khanate has begun selling upgrade kits consisting of Clan grade weaponry and Ferro-Lamellor armor to mercenary units that have the funds. Rumors persist that Khanate is even exploring the possibility of full factory model of this Götterdämmerung variant.[2]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Götterdämmerung has the following Design Quirk:
References[edit]
- ↑ a b c d e f g Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth, pp. 41, 99: "GTD-20S Götterdämmerung"
- ↑ a b c d e f g h i Technical Readout: 3150, pp. 172-173: "GTD-20S Götterdämmerung"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Götterdämmerung (BattleMech)
- ↑ Götterdämmerung's MUL Profile including BV2 & Year of Introduction.
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 313