Hellbringer (Loki)

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Hellbringer
Hellbringer RGilClan v01.png
Production Information
Manufacturer(s)Olivetti Weaponry[1]
Various[2]
Production Year2926[3]
ModelPrime[2]
ClassHeavy
Cost19,074,687 C-Bills
Technical specifications
'Mech typeClan OmniMech
Mass65 tons
ChassisT-E H65 Standard
ArmorForging Omni-H24
EngineFusion 325 XL
CommsCH2B Alpha-Com
TTSVersion Delta-II TTS(A)
Heat Sinks13 double
Speed86 km/h
ArmamentPrimary Configuration
B.V. (1.0)2,178[4]
B.V. (2.0)2,711[5] or
2,654[2][6]


Description[edit]

If you see a Falcon not in a Summoner, Hellbringer or Kit Fox, double your caution.

— Clan Coyote adage[7]

In the aftermath of the Battle of Tokasha and the loss of Tokasha MechWorks, the Hell's Horses began developing several "second-generation" OmniMechs. Only the Hellbringer met with success by 2926.[8] Development time for the Hellbringer was reduced through the use of molds used in the Summoner, and seemed to borrow several concepts from the Thunderbolt, Warhammer, Marauder, and Victor BattleMechs. Despite the poor armor, the Hellbringer devoted almost 43% of its mass to pods, a whopping twenty-eight and a half tons, allowing for great offensive potential.[9][10] The design spread quickly after its introduction for two reasons: the Horses had lost their primary production facility, and so had widely dispersed manufacturing capabilities, and they may have used their remaining production to curry favor with other Clans through trade and gifts.[5]

Due to its poor armor, the Hellbringer is often passed over for more robust OmniMechs. The Inner Sphere first encountered the Hellbringer facing Clan Jade Falcon, which favored the design for its immense offensive potential. While most other Clans used the design as mobile support for slow-moving assaults, the Jade Falcons utilized it at almost three times the rate of other Clans in rapid advance roles. Earning the code name Loki by Galen Cox, an AFFC officer who declared each of the Hellbringer's various versions as an "utterly mad configuration," the 'Mech does at first glance appear to be highly unusual, mounting a spread of weapons, anti-personnel equipment and electronics. The Hellbringer utilized a standard internal structure and had decent mobility, with a top speed of 86.4 km/h. Though vast firepower was often at its disposal, the design was not particularly durable, mounting a mere eight tons of Standard armor, and the Hellbringer was not particularly suitable for defensive situations or extended engagements.[5][9][10]

After The Wars of Reaving in Clan Space, the Hellbringer would fall out of favor with the surviving Home Clans due in part to its association with the Inner Sphere-based Clans. The design would be replaced by the Ebon Jaguar in military service of those in Clan Space, with the exception of Clan Coyote, which still fielded the 'Mech until the loss of contact with the Homeworlds.[11] Even after the introduction of the updated and upgraded Loki II successor design in 3121, Clan Jade Falcon would continue to produce the cheap and easy to manufacture original version on Sudeten during the Dark Age era, with disgraced, solahma or even just overly aggressive warriors still finding its offense over defense focus desirable.[1]

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

While it is impressive visually, standing a meter taller than most other 'Mechs, the sheer amount of equipment carried by the design is greatly confusing. Comparing the 'Mech to those at the time of the Exodus, the Hellbringer Prime bears similarities in design and appearance to the classic Warhammer. The primary weapons are indeed a pair of ER PPCs. As the Hellbringer draws closer to its target, it can bring its smaller and less heat-intensive short-range weapons to bear on the target, with three ER Medium Lasers and a Streak SRM-6 missile rack. The 'Mech is more than capable of handling infantry, with a pair of Machine Guns, and two Anti-Personnel Pods on each leg. An advanced Targeting Computer gives the energy weapons lethal accuracy, and an Active Probe and ECM Suite help to minimize any tactical advantage the enemy may have. To help increase battle longevity, the Hellbringer also carried an anti-missile system.[5][9][10]

Alternate Configurations[edit]

  • Alternate Configuration A
    The Hellbringer A, though apparently a long-range configuration, does have some unusual equipment. A set of two ER Large Lasers and an Ultra AC/5 serve as primary weapons, and are supported by an LRM-20 rack. The 'Mech also carries a Narc Missile Beacon to increase missile accuracy, probably intended for nearby fire-support units. At close ranges, the 'Mech can defend itself with an ER Medium Laser and also has two Machine Guns and an Active Probe.[2] BV (1.0) = 1,651,[4] BV (2.0) = 1,948[2][12]
  • Alternate Configuration B
    With a high damage profile at long and short range, the Hellbringer B does not utilize energy weapons as much, and so has few issues with heat buildup. A powerful Gauss rifle and LB 5-X AC allow the 'Mech to ravage both armor and critical systems, with the Gauss Rifle's powerful slug and the LB 5-X's fragmenting shot. At closer ranges, the 'Mech has two SRM-6 racks slaved to Artemis IV fire control systems for greater accuracy, with an ER Small Laser as a backup weapon.[2] BV (1.0) = 1,454,[4] BV (2.0) = 1,592[2][13]
  • Alternate Configuration C
    A powerful brawler, the Hellbringer C's only long-range weapon is an ER Large Laser. The 'Mech also makes use of the recently developed ATM-6 launcher, which can perform similarly to LRMs, MRMs or SRMs, depending on the ammunition loaded. The Hellbringer C carries a devastating LB 20-X Autocannon as its knockout weapon, able to quickly shred through armor with slug ammo or damage internal components extensively with fragmenting cluster shot. A pair of ER Medium Lasers and an ER Small Laser act as backup weapons.[2] BV (1.0) = 1,698,[4] BV (2.0) = 2,076[2][14]
  • Alternate Configuration F
    This variant carries a pair of LB 10-X ACs, one in each arm, supported by an ER Medium Laser. Another pair of ER Medium Lasers and a single SRM-6 launcher round out the weapons. BV (2.0) = 1,839[5][17]
  • Alternate Configuration H
    The Hellbringer H utilizes new Heavy Laser technology for its short-range arsenal. The long-range weapons of the 'Mech resemble those of the A configuration: the Ultra AC/5 is retained, though the ER Large Laser is upgraded to an ER PPC and the LRM-20 is downgraded to an LRM-15. For close range combat, the 'Mech has a powerful Heavy Large Laser and an array of four Heavy Small Lasers. The defensive equipment is the same as the A configuration, two Machine Guns, two Anti-Personnel Pods and an Active Probe.[2] BV (1.0) = 1,492,[4][19] BV (2.0) = 1,952[2][20]
  • Alternate Configuration J
    A highly mobile scout unit, the Hellbringer J carries an Ultra AC/5 and ER PPC in its arms supported by twin ER Medium Lasers in each torso and a Streak SRM-4 rack. Fitted with jump jets, the J also mounted an anti-missile system and an active probe, each ammo-dependent weapon carrying a single ton of reloads. BV (2.0) = 2,415[1]
  • Alternate Configuration T
    A Dark Ages refinement of the Prime, the T configuration mounts an ER PPC in each arm supported by a shoulder mounted ATM-6, a trio of ER Medium Lasers and twin Anti-Personnel Gauss Rifles. Protected by an anti-missile system and CASE II (for the two tons of ATM missiles and single ton each of AP Gauss and AMS ammo), the remaining weight is devoted to double heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 2,444[1]

Apocryphal Configurations[edit]

Design Quirks[edit]

The Hellbringer has the following Design Quirks:[25]

Notable Pilots[edit]

See Category:Notable Hellbringer (Loki) Pilots

Related OmniMechs[edit]

  • Loki Mk II - The Loki Mk II was created by Clan Jade Falcon as a replacement for the aging design.
  • Starhawk - The Starhawk combined the Hellbringer's torso with the Timber Wolf's legs.[26]

Notes[edit]

  • In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to Höllenbote, which literally means Messenger from Hell. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was left unchanged.
  • Plastic Hellbringer (Loki) Prime is included in BattleTech: Clan Heavy Striker Star

Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ a b c d Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1, p. 12: "Hellbringer (Loki)"
  2. ↑ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o Technical Readout: Clan Invasion, pp. 52–53: "Loki"
  3. ↑ MUL online entry for Hellbringer (Loki)
  4. ↑ a b c d e Combat Operations, p. 108
  5. ↑ a b c d e Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, pp. 132–133: "Loki OmniMech Profile"
  6. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 90
  7. ↑ Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, p. 134
  8. ↑ Turning Points: Tokasha, p. 8: "Here Lies Our Future"
  9. ↑ a b c Technical Readout: 3050, pp. 30–31: "Loki OmniMech Profile"
  10. ↑ a b c Technical Readout: 3050 Revised, pp. 28–29: "Loki OmniMech Profile"
  11. ↑ The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 17: "Discarded Tools of War"
  12. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 91
  13. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 92
  14. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 93
  15. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 94
  16. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 95
  17. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 96
  18. ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 146
  19. ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 176
  20. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 97
  21. ↑ BattleTech: Battle of Tukayyid, p. 154
  22. ↑ MechWarrior 4: Mercenaries
  23. ↑ MechWarrior Online Clan Heroes Two Sale Page
  24. ↑ MechWarrior 5: Clans (video game)
  25. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 93: BattleMech Quirk Table - Loki Entry
  26. ↑ Shrapnel Issue 19: "Information Software Deceived: Clan Invasion, OmniMechs, and the ABRF"

Bibliography[edit]

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