Götterdämmerung (BattleMech)

Götterdämmerung
Götterdämmerung cover
Production Information
Manufacturer(s)Blackstone BattleMechs, Ltd.[1][2]
Production Year3138[3]
ModelGTD-20S
ClassHeavy
Technical specifications
'Mech typeInner Sphere BattleMech
Mass75 tons
ChassisBlackstone ETG Endo Steel
ArmorStarSlab/4 Heavy Ferro-Fibrous
EngineEdasich 300 Compact
CommsCommuTech High Band 14
TTSRCA Instatrac Mark X
Heat Sinks12 Double Heat Sinks
Speed64 km/h
Armament
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]

Design Quirks[edit]

The Götterdämmerung has the following Design Quirk:

References[edit]

  1. a b c d e f g Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth, pp. 41, 99: "GTD-20S Götterdämmerung"
  2. a b c d e f g h i Technical Readout: 3150, pp. 172-173: "GTD-20S Götterdämmerung"
  3. MUL online date for the Götterdämmerung (BattleMech)
  4. Götterdämmerung's MUL Profile including BV2 & Year of Introduction.
  5. Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 313

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