Claw
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Description
Introduced in 3060 by the Lyran Alliance, these are specially modified BattleMech hand actuators, intended to rend armor in close-quarters combat. Due to the strength needed for it's function, claws are less dexterous than standard hand actuators, making them a poor choice to do anything else.[1]
Their popularity with both gladiators and crowds on various game world arenas, prompted numerous redesigns until Solaris Arms of Solaris set the final standard in the early 3060s on their Mantis dueling 'Mech. These Battlemech Claws seen on the various game worlds also had the unintended effect of possibly inspiring the Battlemech Talons created and used by Clan Jade Falcon.[1]
Notes
- Full game rules for BattleMech claws can be found in Tactical Operations: Advanced Units & Equipment, where as other rulebooks may list them as physical weapons.
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See also
- Battle Claw - Claw weapon mounted on some battle armor designs.