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; <span id="Air Lance">Air Lance</span>  
 
; <span id="Air Lance">Air Lance</span>  
: An alternative name for a formation of [[Aerospace Fighter]]s consisting of two [[conventional aircraft]] or AeroSpace Fighters. A [[Squadron]] consists of six such units.
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:* An alternative name for a formation of [[Aerospace Fighter]]s consisting of two [[conventional aircraft]] or AeroSpace Fighters. A [[Squadron]] consists of six such units.
: A specialized lance that consists of two Aerospace Fighters and four BattleMechs ([[Confederate]] or [[Leopard]] payload) (early terminology, currently rarely seen).
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:* A specialized lance that consists of two Aerospace Fighters and four BattleMechs ([[Confederate]] or [[Leopard]] payload) (early terminology, currently rarely seen).
  
; <span id="Alpha Strike Data Card">Alpha Strike Data Card</span> : Is a unit stat sheet, not unlike a Record Sheet, which provides stats for unit or formation presented on it. This card is used in [[Alpha Strike (Game System)|Alpha Strike Game System]]. Which allows for speedier game play.  
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; <span id="Alpha Strike Data Card">Alpha Strike Data Card</span> : A unit stat sheet, not unlike a Record Sheet, which provides stats for the unit or formation presented on it. This card is used in [[Alpha Strike (Game System)|Alpha Strike Game System]], allowing for speedier game play.  
  
 
; <span id="Archon-Designate">Archon-Designate</span> : Title granted to designated heir of [[Lyran Commonwealth]].  Example: [[Melissa Steiner]] was Archon-Designate until her mother's death in [[3039]].
 
; <span id="Archon-Designate">Archon-Designate</span> : Title granted to designated heir of [[Lyran Commonwealth]].  Example: [[Melissa Steiner]] was Archon-Designate until her mother's death in [[3039]].
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; <span id="Arm of the Dragon">Arm of the Dragon</span> : The [[DCMS|military forces]] of the [[Draconis Combine]]<ref name="HKp113">''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 113, "Wisdom of  the Dragon"</ref>
 
; <span id="Arm of the Dragon">Arm of the Dragon</span> : The [[DCMS|military forces]] of the [[Draconis Combine]]<ref name="HKp113">''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 113, "Wisdom of  the Dragon"</ref>
  
; <span id="Astech">Astech</span> : Short for 'Assistant Technician' or 'Apprentice Technician'. They are apprentice technicians in the truest sense. They start as completely unskilled laborers and acquire knowledge (at least they should over time) as they continue growing.
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; <span id="Astech">Astech</span> : Short for 'Assistant Technician' or 'Apprentice Technician'. They are apprentice technicians in the truest sense. They start as completely unskilled laborers and acquire knowledge (at least they should over time) as they continue in service.
  
 
== B ==
 
== B ==
 
; <span id="Ballistic Weapons">Ballistic weapons</span>: Weapons which fire high-speed, unguided projectiles designed to inflict kinetic and/or explosive damage. When compared to [[Energy Weapons]], [[:Category:Ballistic Weapons|ballistic weapons]] produce far less heat, but are generally bulkier and dependent upon limited ammunition. On the Vehicular Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into three classes: [[Machine gun]]s, [[Gauss Rifle]]s, and [[Autocannon]]s.  On the Infantry Portable Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into the categories of [[Rifle]]s, [[Machine Gun]]s, [[Cannon]]s, [[Autocannon]]s, [[Recoilless Rifle]]s, [[:Category:GyroJet Rifles|GyroJet Rifle]]s, and [[Gauss Rifle]]s.
 
; <span id="Ballistic Weapons">Ballistic weapons</span>: Weapons which fire high-speed, unguided projectiles designed to inflict kinetic and/or explosive damage. When compared to [[Energy Weapons]], [[:Category:Ballistic Weapons|ballistic weapons]] produce far less heat, but are generally bulkier and dependent upon limited ammunition. On the Vehicular Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into three classes: [[Machine gun]]s, [[Gauss Rifle]]s, and [[Autocannon]]s.  On the Infantry Portable Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into the categories of [[Rifle]]s, [[Machine Gun]]s, [[Cannon]]s, [[Autocannon]]s, [[Recoilless Rifle]]s, [[:Category:GyroJet Rifles|GyroJet Rifle]]s, and [[Gauss Rifle]]s.
  
; <span id="Batchall">Batchall</span> : Ritual by which Clan warriors issue combat challenges. Though the type and phrasing of the challenge varies, most begin with the challenger identifying himself, stating the prize of the contest, and requesting that the defender identify the forces at his disposal. All batchalls are closed and final when the phrase "bargained well and done" is spoken by both members of the bid.  
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; <span id="Batchall">Batchall</span> : (Battle Challenge) The ritual by which Clan warriors issue combat challenges. Though the type and phrasing of the challenge varies, most begin with the challenger identifying himself, stating the prize of the contest, and requesting that the defender identify the forces at his disposal. All batchalls are closed and final when the phrase "bargained well and done" is spoken by both members of the bid.  
  
 
; <span id="Binary">Binary</span> : A Clan military formation consisting of two [[Star]]s.
 
; <span id="Binary">Binary</span> : A Clan military formation consisting of two [[Star]]s.
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; <span id="Blake's Blood">Blake's Blood</span> : Exclamation of alarm or dismay common in Succession War era Inner Sphere, referencing to ComStar founder Jerome Blake, before falling out of use with the Word of Blake Jihad.
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; <span id="Brotherhoods">Brotherhoods</span> : Cabals of MechWarriors who aid (and sometimes hinder) the rulers of the Great Houses.
  
 
; <span id="Bug 'Mech">Bug 'Mech</span>: A term used both in and out of the universe to refer primarily to an [[unseen]] trio of 20 ton 'Mechs: the ''[[Locust]]'', ''[[Stinger]]'' and ''[[Wasp]]'' alluding both to their insect based names as well as their minor combat ability when compared to heavier 'Mechs.
 
; <span id="Bug 'Mech">Bug 'Mech</span>: A term used both in and out of the universe to refer primarily to an [[unseen]] trio of 20 ton 'Mechs: the ''[[Locust]]'', ''[[Stinger]]'' and ''[[Wasp]]'' alluding both to their insect based names as well as their minor combat ability when compared to heavier 'Mechs.
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; <span id="Buke">Buke</span> : The second most powerful class in the Draconis Combine. They are the warriors, who fight for the glory of the Dragon.
  
 
== C ==
 
== C ==
; <span id="Capital Weapons">Capital Weapons</span> : Weapons that are 10 times as powerful as standard scale weapons.  The standard scale damage is 10 times that listed on tables unless otherwise noted.  These weapons are found on WarShips and Fortresses.  An example, Capital Missiles, may also be found on DropShips.
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; <span id="Capital Weapons">Capital Weapons</span> : Weapons that are 10 times as powerful as standard scale weapons.  The standard scale damage is 10 times that listed on tables unless otherwise noted.  These weapons are typically found on WarShips and Fortresses.  Capital Missiles may also be found on DropShips.
  
 
; <span id="Captain-General">Captain-General</span> : The head of state of the [[Free Worlds League]]; also a command rank within the [[Hanseatic Security Force]].
 
; <span id="Captain-General">Captain-General</span> : The head of state of the [[Free Worlds League]]; also a command rank within the [[Hanseatic Security Force]].
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; <span id="Commonality">Commonality</span> : Large districts which originally consisted of the signatory-states within an interstellar nation. Such political states are used by the Capellan Confederation or independent nations.
 
; <span id="Commonality">Commonality</span> : Large districts which originally consisted of the signatory-states within an interstellar nation. Such political states are used by the Capellan Confederation or independent nations.
  
; <span id="Command Circuit">Command Circuit</span> : Organized method of using series of [[JumpShip|JumpShips]] in relaying [[DropShip|DropShip(s)]] to distant destinations in a short amount of time.  For example, a DropShip leaving via Command Circuit might take a week to arrive instead of spending months traveling and waiting for JumpShips to recharge.
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; <span id="Command Circuit">Command Circuit</span> : Organized method of using series of [[JumpShip|JumpShips]] in relaying [[DropShip|DropShip(s)]] to distant destinations in a short amount of time.  For example, a DropShip leaving via a Command Circuit might take a week to arrive instead of spending months traveling and waiting for JumpShips to recharge.
  
 
; <span id="Coordinator">Coordinator</span> : The Chief of State of the [[Draconis Combine]]; also, the head of the Kurita family.
 
; <span id="Coordinator">Coordinator</span> : The Chief of State of the [[Draconis Combine]]; also, the head of the Kurita family.
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== D ==
 
== D ==
  
; <span id="Dezgra">Dezgra</span> : A fighting unit that disgraces itself is known as a <i>dezgra</i> unit. The name also refers to the ritual whereby that unit is marked and punished. Any unit that refuses orders, panics in the face of the enemy, or takes dishonorable action is disgraced.
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; <span id="Dezgra">Dezgra</span> : A Clan fighting unit that disgraces itself is known as a <i>dezgra</i> unit. The name also refers to the ritual whereby that unit is marked and punished. Any unit that refuses orders, panics in the face of the enemy, or takes dishonorable action is disgraced.
  
; <span id="Diem">Diem</span> : A appointed administrator of Duchy. A Diem will be charged to administrate small groups of star systems referred to as [[warren|warrens]]. The title is typically used by the Capellan Confederation.
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; <span id="Diem">Diem</span> : The appointed administrator of a Duchy. A Diem will be charged to administrate small groups of star systems referred to as [[warren|warrens]]. The title is typically used by the Capellan Confederation.
  
 
; <span id="Director-General">Director-General</span> : The head of state of the [[Terran Hegemony]].
 
; <span id="Director-General">Director-General</span> : The head of state of the [[Terran Hegemony]].
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== E ==
 
== E ==
 
; <span id="Eat Shells">Eat Shells</span> : Suffer at the hands of the lesser skilled.<ref name="HKp114"/>
 
; <span id="Eat Shells">Eat Shells</span> : Suffer at the hands of the lesser skilled.<ref name="HKp114"/>
 
; <span id="Elected Prince">Elected Prince</span> : The head of state of the [[Free Rasalhague Republic]].
 
  
 
; <span id="Element">Element</span> : Alternate term for individual military vehicles, 'Mechs, Aerospace fighters, and other combat units.
 
; <span id="Element">Element</span> : Alternate term for individual military vehicles, 'Mechs, Aerospace fighters, and other combat units.
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; <span id="Errata/Errant">Errata/Errant</span> : This is the name used for official canon rules/unit corrections which are issued from publisher of BattleTech. These rules corrections pertain to rules/units which may not be published again for long period of time.<ref>[http://bg.battletech.com/forums/errata/errata-forum-rules-index-read-before-posting/ Explanation of what is a "Errata" and what is purpose.]</ref><ref>[http://bg.battletech.com/errata/ Official Errata List for Battletech - bg.battletech.com.]</ref>
 
; <span id="Errata/Errant">Errata/Errant</span> : This is the name used for official canon rules/unit corrections which are issued from publisher of BattleTech. These rules corrections pertain to rules/units which may not be published again for long period of time.<ref>[http://bg.battletech.com/forums/errata/errata-forum-rules-index-read-before-posting/ Explanation of what is a "Errata" and what is purpose.]</ref><ref>[http://bg.battletech.com/errata/ Official Errata List for Battletech - bg.battletech.com.]</ref>
  
; <span id="Errant MechWarrior">Errant MechWarrior</span> : A lone MechWarrior who is hired to act as protector of under-defended worlds. They are normally found in [[Periphery]], and always own their own 'Mechs.<ref>''Handbook: Major Periphery States'' page 57 - Summits and Spies - basic description of Errant is given.</ref>
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; <span id="Errant MechWarrior">Errant MechWarrior</span> : A lone MechWarrior who is hired to act as protector of under-defended worlds. They are normally found in the [[Periphery]], and always own their own 'Mechs.<ref>''Handbook: Major Periphery States'' page 57 - Summits and Spies - basic description of Errant is given.</ref>
  
 
; <span id="Eyes of the Dragon">Eyes of the Dragon</span> : A weak spot.<ref name="HKp114"/>
 
; <span id="Eyes of the Dragon">Eyes of the Dragon</span> : A weak spot.<ref name="HKp114"/>
  
 
== F ==
 
== F ==
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; <span id="Ferrocrete">Ferrocrete</span> : A common construction material used across the [[Inner Sphere]] and beyond.
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; <span id="First Egg, The">First Egg, The</span> : The beginnings of the Draconis Combine.<ref name="HKp114"/>
 
; <span id="First Egg, The">First Egg, The</span> : The beginnings of the Draconis Combine.<ref name="HKp114"/>
  
; <span id="First Precentor">First Precentor</span> : The second-highest office of ComStar, established during the [{FedCom Civil War]]. Notably held by [[Gavin Dow]].
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; <span id="First Precentor">First Precentor</span> : The second-highest office of ComStar, established during the [[FedCom Civil War]]. Notably held by [[Gavin Dow]].
  
 
; <span id="First Prince">First Prince</span> : The leader of the Federated Suns and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federated Suns.
 
; <span id="First Prince">First Prince</span> : The leader of the Federated Suns and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federated Suns.
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; <span id="Galaxy">Galaxy</span> : A Clan military formation consisting of three to five Clusters, roughly equivalent to an SLDF Brigade or a ComStar Army.
 
; <span id="Galaxy">Galaxy</span> : A Clan military formation consisting of three to five Clusters, roughly equivalent to an SLDF Brigade or a ComStar Army.
  
; <span id="Genetic Repository">Genetic Repository</span> : A Clan facility designed to store, maintain, and create new Clan Warriors using the DNA of the founders and their Bloodname successors. Two separate DNAs are put into device known as [[Iron Womb|Iron Wombs]], where a child develops.
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; <span id="Genetic Repository">Genetic Repository</span> : A Clan facility designed to store, maintain, and create new Clan Warriors using the DNA of the founders and their Bloodname successors. Two separate DNA samples are put into a device known as an [[Iron Womb|Iron Womb]], where a child develops.
  
 
; <span id="Green">Green</span> : Typically applied to troops that are unblooded or inexperienced.  Also used for a character of any experience level that had unmodified roll/skill targets of five or higher for gunnery and six or higher for piloting in BattleTech.
 
; <span id="Green">Green</span> : Typically applied to troops that are unblooded or inexperienced.  Also used for a character of any experience level that had unmodified roll/skill targets of five or higher for gunnery and six or higher for piloting in BattleTech.
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; <span id="Heir-designate">Heir-designate</span> : Alternate term for individual whom is designated to take over as head of state or a organization. Sometimes referred to as successor or Heir-apparent.  
 
; <span id="Heir-designate">Heir-designate</span> : Alternate term for individual whom is designated to take over as head of state or a organization. Sometimes referred to as successor or Heir-apparent.  
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; <span id="Henin">Henin</span> : This is the Draconis Combine class for the commoners who perform the manual labor in society.
  
 
; <span id="High Council">High Council</span> : A group of democratic, hereditary, and other officials chosen by the leadership of the member-worlds of the Federated Suns who officially governed the nation.
 
; <span id="High Council">High Council</span> : A group of democratic, hereditary, and other officials chosen by the leadership of the member-worlds of the Federated Suns who officially governed the nation.
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== K ==
 
== K ==
 
; <span id="Knight-Errant">Knight-Errant</span> : An entry level rank of [[Republic_of_the_Sphere#Knights|Knight]] in the service [[The Republic of the Sphere]]. There is no equivalent to this rank. For information see article in Republic of the Sphere main article.
 
; <span id="Knight-Errant">Knight-Errant</span> : An entry level rank of [[Republic_of_the_Sphere#Knights|Knight]] in the service [[The Republic of the Sphere]]. There is no equivalent to this rank. For information see article in Republic of the Sphere main article.
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; <span id="Kuge">Kuge</span> : The highest class in the Draconis Combine. They are the nobility, responsible for running much of the government.
  
 
; <span id="Kurultai">Kurultai</span> : A [[Clan]] war council.
 
; <span id="Kurultai">Kurultai</span> : A [[Clan]] war council.
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; Light Weapons : Term the new core rules use for Pistols, Infantry Long Arms, and other weapons that are not commonly mounted in vehicles or on vehicle Pintle Mounts.  These Weapons may be attached to BattleArmor Anti-Personnel Weapon Mounts and are not otherwise accounted for in the construction rules for any type of unit other than an Inner Sphere Infantry Platoon or Clan [[Solahma]] Infantry Squad.
 
; Light Weapons : Term the new core rules use for Pistols, Infantry Long Arms, and other weapons that are not commonly mounted in vehicles or on vehicle Pintle Mounts.  These Weapons may be attached to BattleArmor Anti-Personnel Weapon Mounts and are not otherwise accounted for in the construction rules for any type of unit other than an Inner Sphere Infantry Platoon or Clan [[Solahma]] Infantry Squad.
 
; <span id="Level I">Level I</span>: The smallest [[ComStar]] and [[Word of Blake]] military formation, consisting of either a single BattleMech, armored vehicle or aerospace fighter, or single infantry squad.
 
 
; <span id="Level II">Level II</span>: A ComStar/Word of Blake military formation consisting of six Level I units, referred to as a demi-company.
 
 
; <span id="Level III">Level III</span>: A ComStar/Word of Blake military formation consisting of six Level II units, referred to as a [[battalion]].
 
 
; <span id="Level IV">Level IV</span>: A ComStar/Word of Blake military formation consisting of six Level III units, referred to as a [[Division|division]].
 
 
; <span id="Level V">Level V</span>: A ComStar/Word of Blake military formation consisting of six Level IV units, referred to as an [[Army|army]]. Mostly an administrative grouping for regional deployment, they were deployed as field units only at the [[Battle of Tukayyid]].
 
  
 
; <span id="LoaderMech">LoaderMech</span>: A commercial cargo handling [[Industrial Mech]]. Typically employed to do physical labor. They are usually powered by [[Internal Combustion Engine]] power plants and used by civilians. They are also known to be used by military forces to reload weaponry and move supplies.
 
; <span id="LoaderMech">LoaderMech</span>: A commercial cargo handling [[Industrial Mech]]. Typically employed to do physical labor. They are usually powered by [[Internal Combustion Engine]] power plants and used by civilians. They are also known to be used by military forces to reload weaponry and move supplies.
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; <span id="Monocycle">Monocycle</span>: A single-wheeled variation of the motorcycle.
 
; <span id="Monocycle">Monocycle</span>: A single-wheeled variation of the motorcycle.
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; <span id="Muga">Muga</span>:  Muga is the state where no thing separates the doer from the doing. The deed is effortless and masterful. This goal applies to military, artistic, religious, and secular endeavors.<ref name=HKDCp155>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 155 "NATIONAL TREASURES SCHOOL"</ref>
  
 
== N ==
 
== N ==
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; <span id="Neg">Neg</span> : Clan abbreviation of "Negative".
 
; <span id="Neg">Neg</span> : Clan abbreviation of "Negative".
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; <span id="Neo-Feudalism">Neo-Feudalism</span> : This concept was an attempt to balance the needs of massive, marginal working populations with those of their societies as a whole.<ref>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 4 "Neo-Feudalism"</ref>
  
 
== O ==
 
== O ==
; <span id="Oathmaster">Oathmaster</span> : Clan name for the master of any particular clan ceremony.  This can be a temporary position for small ceremonies or events such as trials, or a permanent position who answers to Khan of a Clan. Oathmasters are also responsible for knowing rules and laws he/she must use to conduct or judge in various ceremonies.
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; <span id="Oathmaster">Oathmaster</span> : Clan name for the master of any particular clan ceremony.  This can be a temporary position for small ceremonies or events such as trials, or a permanent position answering to the Khan of a Clan. Oathmasters are also responsible for knowing rules and laws of the various ceremonies to be conducted.
  
 
; <span id="Occupation Zone">Occupation Zone</span> : Name given to Inner Sphere territory that was taken by invading Clan forces. These zones are referred to by the Clan's name at head of them (example: Clan Jade Falcon Occupation Zone). Typically shortened to "OZ".
 
; <span id="Occupation Zone">Occupation Zone</span> : Name given to Inner Sphere territory that was taken by invading Clan forces. These zones are referred to by the Clan's name at head of them (example: Clan Jade Falcon Occupation Zone). Typically shortened to "OZ".
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; <span id="Oyabun">Oyabun</span> : Borrowed from Japanese, literally "foster parent". He is also the absolute leader of a [[Yakuza]] clan.
  
 
== P ==
 
== P ==
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; <span id="Pillars of the Dragon">Pillars of the Dragon</span> : The five pillars of the Draconis Combine.<ref name="HKp114"/>
 
; <span id="Pillars of the Dragon">Pillars of the Dragon</span> : The five pillars of the Draconis Combine.<ref name="HKp114"/>
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; <span id="Pilot">Pilot</span> : The aerospace fighter equivalent of a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]]. Occasionally used as a synonym for MechWarrior.
  
 
; <span id="Pit Fighter">Pit Fighter</span> : Solaris VII slang for specialized combat [[Exoskeleton|exoskeletons]] used in arena fighting.
 
; <span id="Pit Fighter">Pit Fighter</span> : Solaris VII slang for specialized combat [[Exoskeleton|exoskeletons]] used in arena fighting.
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; <span id="Point">Point</span> : The smallest Clan military formation, consisting either of one BattleMech, two Land Vehicles or Aerospace Fighters, five Battle Armored Infantry or ProtoMechs, or five Squads of conventional infantry (25 men total). Commanded by a Point Commander.
 
; <span id="Point">Point</span> : The smallest Clan military formation, consisting either of one BattleMech, two Land Vehicles or Aerospace Fighters, five Battle Armored Infantry or ProtoMechs, or five Squads of conventional infantry (25 men total). Commanded by a Point Commander.
  
; <span id="PodSpace">Pod Space</span> : The amount of unallocated space that an [[OmniMech]] carries. Pod Space is what allows the OmniMech its tactical flexibility.
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; <span id="PodSpace">Pod Space</span> : The amount of unallocated space that an [[OmniMech]], [[OmniFighter]], or [[OmniVehicle]] carries. Pod Space is what allows the OmniMech its tactical flexibility. Weapons, ammunition, and components can be mounted within free Podspace using [[OmniPod|OmniPods]]
  
; <span id="Point Commander">Point Commander</span> : A Clan rank, given to the commander of a Point.
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; <span id="Point Commander">Point Commander</span> : A Clan rank, given to the commander of a Point. See [[Point Commander]].
  
 
; <span id="Prefectorate">Prefectorate</span> : Officially, the law-making body of the Capellan Confederation; made up of the six leaders of the Capellan member-states, which generally includes the current Chancellor.
 
; <span id="Prefectorate">Prefectorate</span> : Officially, the law-making body of the Capellan Confederation; made up of the six leaders of the Capellan member-states, which generally includes the current Chancellor.
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; <span id="Privy Council">Privy Council</span> : A group of the highest advisers to the First Prince of the Federated Suns; extremely important in running the day-to-day affairs of the state.
 
; <span id="Privy Council">Privy Council</span> : A group of the highest advisers to the First Prince of the Federated Suns; extremely important in running the day-to-day affairs of the state.
  
; <span id="Provisional Galaxy">Provisional Galaxy</span> : A 2nd-Line or reserve Clan formation consisting mainly of 2nd-line BattleMechs and other equipment. Provisional Galaxies are used to garrison and defend Clan worlds.
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; <span id="Provisional Galaxy">Provisional Galaxy</span> : A second-line or reserve Clan formation consisting mainly of second-line BattleMechs and other equipment. Provisional Galaxies are used to garrison and defend Clan worlds.
  
 
; <span id="Power Armor">Power Armor</span> : Essentially an industrial exoskeleton that has been covered in armor, this suit of infantry armor is powered by Battery Packs and may or may not be armed.  Power Armor comes in the following flavors in the game rules: Power Armor (Light), [[Battle Armor (Light)]] (also known as [[Scout Battle Armor]]), [[Battle Armor (Medium)]], [[Battle Armor (Heavy)]], and [[Battle Armor (Assault)]].
 
; <span id="Power Armor">Power Armor</span> : Essentially an industrial exoskeleton that has been covered in armor, this suit of infantry armor is powered by Battery Packs and may or may not be armed.  Power Armor comes in the following flavors in the game rules: Power Armor (Light), [[Battle Armor (Light)]] (also known as [[Scout Battle Armor]]), [[Battle Armor (Medium)]], [[Battle Armor (Heavy)]], and [[Battle Armor (Assault)]].
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== R ==
 
== R ==
  
; <span id="Recharge station">Recharge station</span> : A space station, generally located at a zenith or nadir point within a solar system, where JumpShips and WarShips can recharge their jump drives.
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; <span id="Recharge station">Recharge station</span> : A space station, generally located at a zenith or nadir point within a solar system, where JumpShips and WarShips can recharge their jump drives more quickly than through the use of their Jump Sails alone.
  
 
; <span id="Rede">Rede</span> : [[Clan]] honor-bound promise. Breaking a rede may be punishable by death.  
 
; <span id="Rede">Rede</span> : [[Clan]] honor-bound promise. Breaking a rede may be punishable by death.  
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; <span id="Remembrance, The">Remembrance, The</span> : Ongoing heroic saga detailing Clan history from the time of the [[Operation Exodus|Exodus]] to the present day. Each Clan has a slightly different version reflecting their own opinions and experiences, and all Clan warriors can quote whole verses of this marvelous epic from memory. See the [[The Remembrance|Remembrance]] page for more information.
 
; <span id="Remembrance, The">Remembrance, The</span> : Ongoing heroic saga detailing Clan history from the time of the [[Operation Exodus|Exodus]] to the present day. Each Clan has a slightly different version reflecting their own opinions and experiences, and all Clan warriors can quote whole verses of this marvelous epic from memory. See the [[The Remembrance|Remembrance]] page for more information.
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; <span id="Rending">Rending</span> : The [[Clan Jade Falcon]] term for a civil war.
  
 
; <span id="Reseen">Reseen</span> : A colloquial term for Unseen 'Mechs that have been given new artwork to bring the designs back into published works. Note: The stats themselves ''and the BattleTech name for the 'Mech'' were created by FASA and were therefore never in question, only the artwork.
 
; <span id="Reseen">Reseen</span> : A colloquial term for Unseen 'Mechs that have been given new artwork to bring the designs back into published works. Note: The stats themselves ''and the BattleTech name for the 'Mech'' were created by FASA and were therefore never in question, only the artwork.
  
; <span id="Retrotech">Retrotech</span> : Technological term for Primitive Technology in the late [[thirty-first century]]. The [[Age of War]] level of technology was revitalized among haggard factions of the Inner Sphere to bolster their armies with any means of equipment.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'' page 144 - New Construction Option: Retrotech - Basic info on Retrotech.</ref> The term was originally coined by the [[MRBC]].<ref>''[[Technical Readout: 3075]] page 167 - Retrotech - basic description of technology and its re-emergence.</ref>
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; <span id="Retrotech">Retrotech</span> : Technological term for Primitive Technology in the late [[thirty-first century]]. The [[Age of War]] level of technology was revitalized among haggard factions of the Inner Sphere to bolster their armies with any type of equipment, regardless of the technological level.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'' page 144 - New Construction Option: Retrotech - Basic info on Retrotech.</ref> The term was originally coined by the [[MRBC]].<ref>''[[Technical Readout: 3075]] page 167 - Retrotech - basic description of technology and its re-emergence.</ref>
  
; <span id="Ristar">Ristar</span> : Clan compound word for "rising star", referring to a particularly gifted warrior on his or her way to high position.
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; <span id="Ristar">Ristar</span> : Clan portmanteau for "rising star", referring to a particularly gifted warrior on his or her way to high position.
  
; <span id="Rite of the Vision">Rite of the Vision</span> : [[Clan Nova Cat]] ritual which a warrior meditates before a large fire to bring on a vision of that person's future. The ritual uses objects known as a ''Vineer'' to bring about this vision.  The warrior also does not sleep for over 24 hours and fasts.
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; <span id="Rite of the Vision">Rite of the Vision</span> : [[Clan Nova Cat]] ritual in which a warrior meditates before a large fire to bring on a vision of that person's future. The ritual uses objects known as a ''Vineer'' to bring about this vision.  The warrior also does not sleep for over 24 hours and fasts.
  
 
; Ronin : A Japanese term for "masterless samurai".
 
; Ronin : A Japanese term for "masterless samurai".
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; <span id="Smile of the Dragon">Smile of the Dragon</span> : Glee at the defeat of a strong opponent.<ref name="HKp114"/>
 
; <span id="Smile of the Dragon">Smile of the Dragon</span> : Glee at the defeat of a strong opponent.<ref name="HKp114"/>
  
; <span id="Snakes">Snakes</span> : Term under which [[DCMS]] soldiers are known outside their frontiers, basically if given individuel comes from the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] or the [[Federated Suns]].
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; <span id="Snakes">Snakes</span> : Term under which [[DCMS]] soldiers are known outside their frontiers, basically if given individual comes from the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] or the [[Federated Suns]].
  
 
; <span id="Søskende">Søskende</span> : This term, which also means "siblings", is also used by the Jàrnfòlk to refer to members of their own clan regardless of actual blood relationship.<ref name="ISP3:IEp64"/>
 
; <span id="Søskende">Søskende</span> : This term, which also means "siblings", is also used by the Jàrnfòlk to refer to members of their own clan regardless of actual blood relationship.<ref name="ISP3:IEp64"/>
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; <span id="Stablemaster">Stablemaster</span>: The owner a Solaris VII Stable.
 
; <span id="Stablemaster">Stablemaster</span>: The owner a Solaris VII Stable.
  
; <span id="StarLeagueDollar">Star League Dollar</span>: The single, unified currency unit used by the Inner Sphere during the Star League. Compare to [[C-Bill]] and [[H-Bill]].
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; <span id="StarLeagueDollar">Star League Dollar</span>: The single, unified currency unit used by the Inner Sphere during the Star League. It was commodity-backed by the Star League's stock of Germanium, which is an integral material in [[Kearny-Fuchida Drive|K-F jump drives]]. Compare to [[C-Bill]] and [[H-Bill]].
  
 
; <span id="Stravag">Stravag</span>: A Clan epithet favored by members of the Warrior Caste, loosely translated as "freeborn."
 
; <span id="Stravag">Stravag</span>: A Clan epithet favored by members of the Warrior Caste, loosely translated as "freeborn."
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; <span id="Unit">Unit</span> : Mixed use term for any individual combat organized formation (Example: Lances, Companies, Etc.). This term is sometimes applied to individual vehicles, BattleMechs, or Aerospace Fighters.
 
; <span id="Unit">Unit</span> : Mixed use term for any individual combat organized formation (Example: Lances, Companies, Etc.). This term is sometimes applied to individual vehicles, BattleMechs, or Aerospace Fighters.
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; <span id="Unproductives">Unproductives</span> : The lowest class of the [[Draconis Combine]], composed of society's undesirables including criminal elements like the ''[[yakuza]]''.
  
 
== V ==
 
== V ==
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; <span id="Veteran">Veteran</span> : A unit that has several years of successful combat experience.  Capable of undertaking the most difficult missions and succeeding.  Also used for a character of any experience level that had roll/skill targets of three for gunnery and four for piloting in BattleTech.
 
; <span id="Veteran">Veteran</span> : A unit that has several years of successful combat experience.  Capable of undertaking the most difficult missions and succeeding.  Also used for a character of any experience level that had roll/skill targets of three for gunnery and four for piloting in BattleTech.
  
; <span id="Vineer">Vineer</span> : A [[Clan Nova Cat]] name for a object from a warrior's past which is used for their Clan's [[Rite of the Vision]].  The object is usually a fragment of the person's life in which they throw into a fire to bring about a vision of a warrior's future.<ref>''Path of Glory'' pg. 110-112: Zane throws his ''vineer'' into fire.</ref>
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; <span id="Vineer">Vineer</span> : A [[Clan Nova Cat]] name for an object from a warrior's past which is used for their Clan's [[Rite of the Vision]].  The object is usually a fragment of the person's life in which they throw into a fire to bring about a vision of a warrior's future.<ref>''Path of Glory'' pg. 110-112: Zane throws his ''vineer'' into fire.</ref>
  
 
; <span id="Virtues of the Dragon">Virtues of the Dragon</span> : The five virtues that every citizen of the Draconis Combine is extolled to have: Bravery, Tenacity, Audacity, Integrity, and Wisdom.<ref name="HKp114"/>
 
; <span id="Virtues of the Dragon">Virtues of the Dragon</span> : The five virtues that every citizen of the Draconis Combine is extolled to have: Bravery, Tenacity, Audacity, Integrity, and Wisdom.<ref name="HKp114"/>
  
;<span id="Voorzitter">''Voorzitter''</span> : The title of the ruler of the [[Malagrotta Cooperative]] during the existence of that nation.
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;<span id="Voorzitter">Voorzitter</span> : The title of the ruler of the [[Malagrotta Cooperative]] during the existence of that nation.
  
 
== W ==
 
== W ==
  
; <span id="Warden-General">Warden-General</span>: Free World League title first used in [[3139]], for a person who oversees FWL’s military.<ref>’’To Ride the Chimera’’, pg. 314 – Thaddeus Marik explains Minister-General and Warden-General’s primary responsibilities.</ref>
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; <span id="Warren">Warren</span>: The name for a pair of star systems that belong to a Duchy or Grand Duchy, typically used in the Capellan Confederation. [[Diem|Diems]] are usually appointed by a Duke or Duchess to govern a warren.<ref>''House Liao (The Capellan Confederation) page 60 - Duchies,Warrens, and Demesnes.</ref>
 
 
; <span id="Warren">Warren</span>: A name for pair of star systems that belong to a Duchy or Grand Duchy, typically used in the Capellan Confederation. [[Diem|Diems]] are usually appointed by a Duke or Duchess to govern a warren.<ref>''House Liao (The Capellan Confederation) page 60 - Duchies,Warrens, and Demesnes.</ref>
 
  
 
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See also: BattleTechWiki:Dictionary for terms related to this wiki.

A

Abtakha 
A warrior captured but then accepted into his new Clan as a warrior.
Aerojock
A slang term to refer to a Aerospace Fighter pilot.
Aff 
Clan abbreviation of "Affirmative". Generally used in place of "Yes".
Air Lance
Alpha Strike Data Card 
A unit stat sheet, not unlike a Record Sheet, which provides stats for the unit or formation presented on it. This card is used in Alpha Strike Game System, allowing for speedier game play.
Archon-Designate 
Title granted to designated heir of Lyran Commonwealth. Example: Melissa Steiner was Archon-Designate until her mother's death in 3039.
Archon-Prince 
Political and military leader of the Federated Commonwealth, a combination of the Lyran position of Archon and the Federated Suns position of First Prince. For more information, refer to the Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth article.
Arm of the Dragon 
The military forces of the Draconis Combine[1]
Astech 
Short for 'Assistant Technician' or 'Apprentice Technician'. They are apprentice technicians in the truest sense. They start as completely unskilled laborers and acquire knowledge (at least they should over time) as they continue in service.

B

Ballistic weapons
Weapons which fire high-speed, unguided projectiles designed to inflict kinetic and/or explosive damage. When compared to Energy Weapons, ballistic weapons produce far less heat, but are generally bulkier and dependent upon limited ammunition. On the Vehicular Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into three classes: Machine guns, Gauss Rifles, and Autocannons. On the Infantry Portable Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into the categories of Rifles, Machine Guns, Cannons, Autocannons, Recoilless Rifles, GyroJet Rifles, and Gauss Rifles.
Batchall 
(Battle Challenge) The ritual by which Clan warriors issue combat challenges. Though the type and phrasing of the challenge varies, most begin with the challenger identifying himself, stating the prize of the contest, and requesting that the defender identify the forces at his disposal. All batchalls are closed and final when the phrase "bargained well and done" is spoken by both members of the bid.
Binary 
A Clan military formation consisting of two Stars.
Blake's Blood 
Exclamation of alarm or dismay common in Succession War era Inner Sphere, referencing to ComStar founder Jerome Blake, before falling out of use with the Word of Blake Jihad.
Brotherhoods 
Cabals of MechWarriors who aid (and sometimes hinder) the rulers of the Great Houses.
Bug 'Mech
A term used both in and out of the universe to refer primarily to an unseen trio of 20 ton 'Mechs: the Locust, Stinger and Wasp alluding both to their insect based names as well as their minor combat ability when compared to heavier 'Mechs.
Buke 
The second most powerful class in the Draconis Combine. They are the warriors, who fight for the glory of the Dragon.

C

Capital Weapons 
Weapons that are 10 times as powerful as standard scale weapons. The standard scale damage is 10 times that listed on tables unless otherwise noted. These weapons are typically found on WarShips and Fortresses. Capital Missiles may also be found on DropShips.
Captain-General 
The head of state of the Free Worlds League; also a command rank within the Hanseatic Security Force.
Canister Born 
Derisive Clan Freeborn slang for the artificial breeding element of the eugenic program or the Trueborn warriors that result from that process. Occasionally shortened to Canister.
Caste 
Primary division within Clan society, which is rigidly divided into five castes in order of importance: Warrior, Scientist, Merchant, Technician, and Laborer. Each caste has many sub-castes, which are based on specialties within a professional field. A sixth, unofficial caste, the Bandit or Dark Caste, exists outside Clan society.
Celestial Throne 
A synonym for Chancellor of the Capellan Confederation. Also, the literal throne of the Chancellor of the Capellan Confederation.
Chalcas 
Clan term referring to persons or beliefs which challenge the Clans' rigid caste system.
Chancellor 
The chief of state of the Capellan Confederation.
Claws of the Dragon 
The military districts of the Draconis Combine[1]
Cluster 
A Clan military formation consisting of four to five Binaries or Trinaries, roughly equivalent to a reinforced battalion or understrength regiment. At this level, Clan units are often combined-arms formations.
Combined-Arms
A military formation which has its elements (BattleMechs, Vehicles, Infantry, Aerospace Fighters, etc.) more tightly mixed together. These range from regiments with dedicated battalions of vehicles to highly concentrated mixed units that can have units as small as companies or lances which do not segregate different types of combat elements.
Commonality 
Large districts which originally consisted of the signatory-states within an interstellar nation. Such political states are used by the Capellan Confederation or independent nations.
Command Circuit 
Organized method of using series of JumpShips in relaying DropShip(s) to distant destinations in a short amount of time. For example, a DropShip leaving via a Command Circuit might take a week to arrive instead of spending months traveling and waiting for JumpShips to recharge.
Coordinator 
The Chief of State of the Draconis Combine; also, the head of the Kurita family.
Cutdown 
Clan term referring to the minimum force necessary to win a trial for which there has been bidding. Bidders who can push their opponent into making a bid below the cutdown are considered clever, while those who win with a force smaller than the cutdown are greatly honored.

D

Dezgra 
A Clan fighting unit that disgraces itself is known as a dezgra unit. The name also refers to the ritual whereby that unit is marked and punished. Any unit that refuses orders, panics in the face of the enemy, or takes dishonorable action is disgraced.
Diem 
The appointed administrator of a Duchy. A Diem will be charged to administrate small groups of star systems referred to as warrens. The title is typically used by the Capellan Confederation.
Director-General 
The head of state of the Terran Hegemony.
Dragon 
A euphemism for the Draconis Combine or its head-of-state.
Dragon Days 
The local season when nights are at their longest.[1]
Dragon's Blood 
A rare gem like substance called jewelblood. [1]
Dragon's Breath 
Death from less than obvious sources. (e.g He died from the Dragon's Breath.) Also means agents of the ISF.[1]
Dragon's Dove 
Help from lesser subjects or an unexpected source, particularly in times of need.[1]
Dragon's Joy 
A sense of satisfaction from helping the Draconis Combine.[1]
Dragon's Lair 
A safe place.[1]
Dragon's Seeds 
Worlds recently conquered by the Draconis Combine.[1]
Dragon's Tears 
Those military men and women who have fallen in service to the Draconis Combine.[1]
Dragon's Teeth 
The house guard of the First Lord of the Draconis Combine.[2]
Dragon's Time 
Night.[2]
Duke of the Dragon 
First Lord of the Draconis Combine.[2]

E

Eat Shells 
Suffer at the hands of the lesser skilled.[2]
Element 
Alternate term for individual military vehicles, 'Mechs, Aerospace fighters, and other combat units.
Elemental 
A title given to both the technologically advanced power armor and the elite genetically engineered Clan infantry who pilot them.
Elite 
A rare unit that has endured trials, hardships, and is capable of great military feats. These are troops or units that have seen the worst of combat and have come through. Their exploits are the fodder of holovids. Also used for a character of any experience level that had roll/skill targets of two or less for gunnery and three or less for piloting in BattleTech.
Elsies 
Reporting name/Slang term for parties from the Lyran Commonwealth (LC = elle see), primarily used by members of Free Worlds League and Federated Suns.
Elstars 
A thirty-second century Genotype of Clan Warrior that was first introduced by the scientist caste of Clan Jade Falcon. It combined all three existing genotypes of Clan Warrior; MechWarrior, Elemental, and Aerospace pilot. The resulting combination results in slightly shorter, large headed individuals who show superior reflexes and other abilities. Other Inner Sphere Clans have adopted the genotype as well. They are considered to be superior to typical Clan warrior, but also they are rarely used unless extreme situation are called for. The name of the genotype comes from term Elite Ristar.[3]
Energy Weapons 
Term for weapons which deal damage by directing a concentrated beam of particles or radiation against a target. Unlike Ballistic Weapons, energy weapons are extremely light and compact and when linked a fusion reactor are ammunition free, but produce very large amounts of waste heat. These weapons fall broadly into three classes: Flamers, Lasers, and PPCs.
Errata/Errant 
This is the name used for official canon rules/unit corrections which are issued from publisher of BattleTech. These rules corrections pertain to rules/units which may not be published again for long period of time.[4][5]
Errant MechWarrior 
A lone MechWarrior who is hired to act as protector of under-defended worlds. They are normally found in the Periphery, and always own their own 'Mechs.[6]
Eyes of the Dragon 
A weak spot.[2]

F

Ferrocrete 
A common construction material used across the Inner Sphere and beyond.
First Egg, The 
The beginnings of the Draconis Combine.[2]
First Precentor 
The second-highest office of ComStar, established during the FedCom Civil War. Notably held by Gavin Dow.
First Prince 
The leader of the Federated Suns and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federated Suns.
Fist of the Dragon 
Commanding General of the Draconis Combine's army.[2]

G

Galaxy 
A Clan military formation consisting of three to five Clusters, roughly equivalent to an SLDF Brigade or a ComStar Army.
Genetic Repository 
A Clan facility designed to store, maintain, and create new Clan Warriors using the DNA of the founders and their Bloodname successors. Two separate DNA samples are put into a device known as an Iron Womb, where a child develops.
Green 
Typically applied to troops that are unblooded or inexperienced. Also used for a character of any experience level that had unmodified roll/skill targets of five or higher for gunnery and six or higher for piloting in BattleTech.
Gudarno 
A familiar title for the Earls of House Stewart in the Free Worlds League; coined in 2406 after Earl Nathan Stewart declared the title of Earl to be "good enough."

H

Head Like a Shell 
(Derogatory) Inexperienced or incompetent.[2]
Heart of the Dragon 
Resources and manpower of the Draconis Combine.[2]
HeavyMetal Aero 
The official CBT software for the design of AeroSpace Fighters, DropShips, JumpShips, WarShips, space stations, monitors, and conventional (combat) fighters.
HeavyMetal Battle Armor 
The official CBT software for the design of Battle Armor.
HeavyMetal Lite 
The official CBT software for ProtoMech design, as well as printouts for Battle Armor and infantry platoon designs.
HeavyMetal Plus 
A bundle of three official CBT software programs: HeavyMetal Pro, HeavyMetal Aero, and HeavyMetal Vee.
HeavyMetal Pro 
The official CBT software for 'Mech design.
HeavyMetal Vee 
The official CBT software for designing combat vehicles.
Heavy Weapons 
The new Core Books use this term for standard scale CBT Weapons.
Hegira 
Honorable withdrawal from battle granted by a Clan warrior to a defeated enemy. Hegira allows the opponent to withdraw honorably from the field without further combat or cost.
Heir-apparent 
Designated person to succeed a person whom is the head of state, usually a person of nobility.
Heir-designate 
Alternate term for individual whom is designated to take over as head of state or a organization. Sometimes referred to as successor or Heir-apparent.
Henin 
This is the Draconis Combine class for the commoners who perform the manual labor in society.
High Council 
A group of democratic, hereditary, and other officials chosen by the leadership of the member-worlds of the Federated Suns who officially governed the nation.
House of Scions 
A gathering of the Capellan nobility.
Hydrofoil 
A type of high speed water-borne naval vehicle which can weigh over 100 tons. Typically they can be used as a type of Combat Vehicle known as a Surface Naval Vessel.[7]

I

ilChi 
State Messenger, a title and office specific to Clan Blood Spirit, an ambassador from the Blood Spirits to a particular Clan.
Iron Womb 
Clan device used to artificially conceive children. These devices are usually found in genetic repositories.
Isorla 
The spoils of battle, including bondsmen, claimed by victorious Clan warriors.

J

Jàrnskib 
The term used by the Jàrnfòlk to describe their JumpShips; translates literally as "iron ships".[8]
Jock 
A slang term to refer to a MechWarrior
Jump 
Abbreviation of Hyperspace Jump.
Jump Infantry 
Type of infantry unit equipped with jet packs, greatly increasing maneuverability.

K

Knight-Errant 
An entry level rank of Knight in the service The Republic of the Sphere. There is no equivalent to this rank. For information see article in Republic of the Sphere main article.
Kuge 
The highest class in the Draconis Combine. They are the nobility, responsible for running much of the government.
Kurultai 
A Clan war council.

L

Land Train 
A large ground-based Support Vehicle which consists of a tractor and multiple trailers. This type of vehicle can be either wheeled or tracked-base. It usually pulls between 160 to 200 tons. These vehicles serve as large capacity cargo vehicles on colonies or undeveloped worlds with no transportation infrastructure.
Light Weapons 
Term the new core rules use for Pistols, Infantry Long Arms, and other weapons that are not commonly mounted in vehicles or on vehicle Pintle Mounts. These Weapons may be attached to BattleArmor Anti-Personnel Weapon Mounts and are not otherwise accounted for in the construction rules for any type of unit other than an Inner Sphere Infantry Platoon or Clan Solahma Infantry Squad.
LoaderMech
A commercial cargo handling Industrial Mech. Typically employed to do physical labor. They are usually powered by Internal Combustion Engine power plants and used by civilians. They are also known to be used by military forces to reload weaponry and move supplies.
Ling-Temco-Vought (LTV)
A firm that designed a large number of Fusion Engines, Jump Jets, and other equipment. Seen primarily in the equipment that other firms produce by license.

M

Magestrix
Title of the Supreme Leader of Magistracy of Canopus. An elected title, which is voted on by the Central Committee and Canopian Electors. The title can be only held by a woman.
Mandrinn
A noble rank of the Capellan Confederation. Approximately equal to a Baron in other realms. Mandrissa is the female equivalent title.[9]
Mechjock
A slang term to refer to a MechWarrior
Medium Weapons 
Term the new core rules use for Support Weapons.
Melee Weapons
Term for BattleMech scale melee weapons such as Hatchets and Swords. While nominally armed with ranged weaponry, the technological decline of the Succession Wars led to the development of specialized BattleMech scale melee weapons in response to the impromptu battlefield debris for physical attacks. While many deride melee weapons as a waste of tonnage and the Clans consider them highly dishonorable, their ability to inflict increased damage without a heat cost has led to their appearance both in and outside the arenas of Solaris VII.
Minister-General
(New) Free World League political title created by Nikol Marik in 3138, whose duties include ministering to the people of the League to ensure people of the league remain free. [10] The MG also sits over FWL Parliament while it is in session and handles domestic affairs of the League. [11] Acts as primary aide to the Captain-General.
Missile Weapons
Missile Weapons are Rockets and Missiles that are fired from tubes and include an engine in the projectile. Some of these weapons travel a flat trajectory, others have an arcing trajectory that allows them to clear terrain features. In general parlance, Rockets are unguided and Missiles have some form of guidance.
Monocycle
A single-wheeled variation of the motorcycle.
Muga
Muga is the state where no thing separates the doer from the doing. The deed is effortless and masterful. This goal applies to military, artistic, religious, and secular endeavors.[12]

N

Nathaculor
A series of zellbrigen duels.[13]
Naval Star 
A Clan formation consisting of 5-6 individual JumpShips or WarShips under the command of a Trueborn officer with the rank of Star Admiral.[14]
Neg 
Clan abbreviation of "Negative".
Neo-Feudalism 
This concept was an attempt to balance the needs of massive, marginal working populations with those of their societies as a whole.[15]

O

Oathmaster 
Clan name for the master of any particular clan ceremony. This can be a temporary position for small ceremonies or events such as trials, or a permanent position answering to the Khan of a Clan. Oathmasters are also responsible for knowing rules and laws of the various ceremonies to be conducted.
Occupation Zone 
Name given to Inner Sphere territory that was taken by invading Clan forces. These zones are referred to by the Clan's name at head of them (example: Clan Jade Falcon Occupation Zone). Typically shortened to "OZ".
Oyabun 
Borrowed from Japanese, literally "foster parent". He is also the absolute leader of a Yakuza clan.

P

PBI 
A MechWarrior's acronym for "Poor Bloody Infantry", those forced to fight without a 'Mech or other vehicle. Often crushed underfoot, toasted with Flamers, or riddled with Machine Gun bullets by amused pilots; PBI's fight back with shoulder-launched SRMs, Inferno missiles, hand Flamers, and satchel charges.
Personal Weapons 
Pistols and other small weapons carried in addition to any arms issued.
Pillars of the Dragon 
The five pillars of the Draconis Combine.[2]
Pilot 
The aerospace fighter equivalent of a MechWarrior. Occasionally used as a synonym for MechWarrior.
Pit Fighter 
Solaris VII slang for specialized combat exoskeletons used in arena fighting.
Platoon 
An Inner Sphere military formation, a platoon is the infantry equivalent of the BattleMech/Combat Vehicle Lance, and can consist of anywhere between eight and 28 men depending on infantry type.
Point 
The smallest Clan military formation, consisting either of one BattleMech, two Land Vehicles or Aerospace Fighters, five Battle Armored Infantry or ProtoMechs, or five Squads of conventional infantry (25 men total). Commanded by a Point Commander.
Pod Space 
The amount of unallocated space that an OmniMech, OmniFighter, or OmniVehicle carries. Pod Space is what allows the OmniMech its tactical flexibility. Weapons, ammunition, and components can be mounted within free Podspace using OmniPods
Point Commander 
A Clan rank, given to the commander of a Point. See Point Commander.
Prefectorate 
Officially, the law-making body of the Capellan Confederation; made up of the six leaders of the Capellan member-states, which generally includes the current Chancellor.
Prefecture 
A geo-political district of land or a group star systems. The latter is commonly utilized within in the Capellan Confederation, Draconis Combine, Republic of the Sphere. They are small collections of planets within a Commonality, each ruled by an appointed administrator.
Prime Magnate 
The title given to the ruler of the Capellan Hegemony.
Prince of the Dragon 
First Lord of the Draconis Combine.[2]
Privy Council 
A group of the highest advisers to the First Prince of the Federated Suns; extremely important in running the day-to-day affairs of the state.
Provisional Galaxy 
A second-line or reserve Clan formation consisting mainly of second-line BattleMechs and other equipment. Provisional Galaxies are used to garrison and defend Clan worlds.
Power Armor 
Essentially an industrial exoskeleton that has been covered in armor, this suit of infantry armor is powered by Battery Packs and may or may not be armed. Power Armor comes in the following flavors in the game rules: Power Armor (Light), Battle Armor (Light) (also known as Scout Battle Armor), Battle Armor (Medium), Battle Armor (Heavy), and Battle Armor (Assault).

Q

Quiaff 
Clan word used at the end of a question in which an affirmative response is expected.
Quineg 
Clan word used at the end of a question in which a negative response is expected.

R

Recharge station 
A space station, generally located at a zenith or nadir point within a solar system, where JumpShips and WarShips can recharge their jump drives more quickly than through the use of their Jump Sails alone.
Rede 
Clan honor-bound promise. Breaking a rede may be punishable by death.
Regular 
A unit composed of troops that have some combat experience and have worked together for an extended period of time. Also used for a character of any experience level that had roll/skill targets of four for gunnery and five for piloting in BattleTech.
Remembrance, The 
Ongoing heroic saga detailing Clan history from the time of the Exodus to the present day. Each Clan has a slightly different version reflecting their own opinions and experiences, and all Clan warriors can quote whole verses of this marvelous epic from memory. See the Remembrance page for more information.
Rending 
The Clan Jade Falcon term for a civil war.
Reseen 
A colloquial term for Unseen 'Mechs that have been given new artwork to bring the designs back into published works. Note: The stats themselves and the BattleTech name for the 'Mech were created by FASA and were therefore never in question, only the artwork.
Retrotech 
Technological term for Primitive Technology in the late thirty-first century. The Age of War level of technology was revitalized among haggard factions of the Inner Sphere to bolster their armies with any type of equipment, regardless of the technological level.[16] The term was originally coined by the MRBC.[17]
Ristar 
Clan portmanteau for "rising star", referring to a particularly gifted warrior on his or her way to high position.
Rite of the Vision 
Clan Nova Cat ritual in which a warrior meditates before a large fire to bring on a vision of that person's future. The ritual uses objects known as a Vineer to bring about this vision. The warrior also does not sleep for over 24 hours and fasts.
Ronin 
A Japanese term for "masterless samurai".
RPG 
Acronym that can mean either Role Playing Game or Rocket Propelled Grenade.
Rules Expansion 
A secondary line of rulesets, usually intended to develop upon the primary rulesets for one or more Classic BattleTech games (ex: Combat Operations).

S

Sælgeflåde 
The term used by the Jàrnfòlk to describe the family-controlled trading fleets present within Jàrnfòlk society.[8]
Scrapper 
A post-Jihad Solaris VII infantry warrior. Can be part of a named team or a solo warrior.
SecurityMech 
A specific subclass of IndustrialMech, produced in accordance with the SecurityMech Treaty of 2613 and intended for use by police and corporate security forces.[18]
Skåret 
The name given by the Jàrnfòlk to outcasts from their society.[19]
Smile of the Dragon 
Glee at the defeat of a strong opponent.[2]
Snakes 
Term under which DCMS soldiers are known outside their frontiers, basically if given individual comes from the Lyran Commonwealth or the Federated Suns.
Søskende 
This term, which also means "siblings", is also used by the Jàrnfòlk to refer to members of their own clan regardless of actual blood relationship.[8]
Sons of the Dragon 
Loyal citizens of the Draconis Combine.[2]
Squad Support Weapons 
Medium or Heavy Weapons carried by an individual suit in a BattleArmor Point or Squad. The rules account for this oddly by assigning a fraction of the mass to each suit in the Squad or Point as part of the design process for the Suit.
Stablemaster
The owner a Solaris VII Stable.
Star League Dollar
The single, unified currency unit used by the Inner Sphere during the Star League. It was commodity-backed by the Star League's stock of Germanium, which is an integral material in K-F jump drives. Compare to C-Bill and H-Bill.
Stravag
A Clan epithet favored by members of the Warrior Caste, loosely translated as "freeborn."
Support Weapons 
Medium Class Weapons requiring a crew of one or more infantry men. These weapons are only rarely able to be fired from a standing position and on the RPG scale must be deployed in order to be fired. Missile Based Support Weapons, Light Machine Guns, and to a more limited extent, Portable Machine Guns, are the exception to this rule.
Support Weapons, Light 
Medium Class Weapons requiring a crew of one infantry man and are normally fired from a standing position but have a folding bipod to facilitate firing from the prone or from emplacements and are intended to supplement the Long Arms carried by the rest of the squad.
Support Weapons, Portable 
Medium Class Weapons requiring a crew of one and are normally fired from emplacements but may be fired from the standing position, these weapons are used to supplement the firepower of the platoon.
Support Weapons, Semi-Portable 
Medium Class Weapons requiring a crew of two and are normally fired from emplacements and may be equipped with either a folding bi-pod or be intended to be fired from a tripod or a vehicle Pintle Mount, these weapons are used to supplement the firepower of the platoon.
Support Weapons, Support 
The heaviest type of Medium Class Weapons, requiring a crew of 2 or more and are normally fired from emplacements and are equipped with a tripod are intended to be fired from emplacements and are intended to be used to supplement the firepower of the platoon. These weapons are also found on Pintle Mounts aboard Wheeled Vehicles, Tracked Vehicles, Hovercraft, VTOL, WiGE, Naval Vessels, or Fortresses.
Surface Naval Vessel
These vessels are descended from the Ships and Boats used in ancient Terra. They are loosely classed into standard hulled boats or Hydrofoils.

T

Technician 
The people in charge of making repairs to any equipment. Usually used in conjunction of the type of technology they delve in.
Terra Synchronized Time 
Also known as (TST) – this relates the time on any world to the traditional, twenty-four hour clock set to the rise and the fall of local sun(s), dividing the world’s time into standard Earth hours and days. [20]
Tetrarch 
The title given to one of the four co-rulers of the Tikonov Union and the later Tikonov Grand Union while those states existed.[21]
Thuggee 
Pre-starflight death cult of assassins, which were secretly devoted to the Hindu death goddess, Kali. The cult was known to have numerous enclaves throughout the Inner Sphere by the thirty-first century. They became more public in their devotion to Romano and Kali Liao in thirty-first century, viewing them as avatars.[22]

U

Unit 
Mixed use term for any individual combat organized formation (Example: Lances, Companies, Etc.). This term is sometimes applied to individual vehicles, BattleMechs, or Aerospace Fighters.
Unproductives 
The lowest class of the Draconis Combine, composed of society's undesirables including criminal elements like the yakuza.

V

Veteran 
A unit that has several years of successful combat experience. Capable of undertaking the most difficult missions and succeeding. Also used for a character of any experience level that had roll/skill targets of three for gunnery and four for piloting in BattleTech.
Vineer 
A Clan Nova Cat name for an object from a warrior's past which is used for their Clan's Rite of the Vision. The object is usually a fragment of the person's life in which they throw into a fire to bring about a vision of a warrior's future.[23]
Virtues of the Dragon 
The five virtues that every citizen of the Draconis Combine is extolled to have: Bravery, Tenacity, Audacity, Integrity, and Wisdom.[2]
Voorzitter 
The title of the ruler of the Malagrotta Cooperative during the existence of that nation.

W

Warren
The name for a pair of star systems that belong to a Duchy or Grand Duchy, typically used in the Capellan Confederation. Diems are usually appointed by a Duke or Duchess to govern a warren.[24]

Y

Yellow Bird, The 
A yellow bird that seeks to blind the sleeping dragon of the Draconis Combine. In common usage this also means enemies of the Draconis Combine, particularly those that seem harmless or are overlooked.[25]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 House Kurita (The Draconis Combine), p. 113, "Wisdom of the Dragon"
  2. 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 2.12 2.13 House Kurita (The Draconis Combine), p. 114, "Wisdom of the Dragon"
  3. Heretic's Faith page 60-61 - Kisho is told number of Elstars have been added to their unit for evaluation.
  4. Explanation of what is a "Errata" and what is purpose.
  5. Official Errata List for Battletech - bg.battletech.com.
  6. Handbook: Major Periphery States page 57 - Summits and Spies - basic description of Errant is given.
  7. Total Warfare pages 22-23 - Surface Naval Vessels - Hydrofoil basic description.
  8. 8.0 8.1 8.2 Interstellar Players 3: Interstellar Expeditions, p. 64, "Excerpts From ESC-COL-67-4-7"
  9. Handbook: House Liao, p. 94
  10. ’’To Ride the Chimera’’, pg. 221 – Nikol explanation on her self-made title.
  11. ’’To Ride the Chimera’’, pg. 314 – Thaddeus Marik explains MG’s primary responsibility.
  12. House Kurita (The Draconis Combine), p. 155 "NATIONAL TREASURES SCHOOL"
  13. Era Report: 3062, p. 56, "Turkina Keshik"
  14. Field Manual: Warden Clans pp. 10-11 - Aerospace Assets - Naval Star size and description.
  15. Era Digest: Age of War, p. 4 "Neo-Feudalism"
  16. Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents page 144 - New Construction Option: Retrotech - Basic info on Retrotech.
  17. Technical Readout: 3075 page 167 - Retrotech - basic description of technology and its re-emergence.
  18. Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised, p. 227, "The SecurityMech Treaties"
  19. Interstellar Players 3: Interstellar Expeditions, p. 64, "Under New Management: The Jàrnfòlk"
  20. Warrior: En Garde pg. 22 – Brief planetary description
  21. House Liao (The Capellan Confederation), p. 22-23, "Friends And Other Enemies"
  22. Warrior: Riposte page 125 - Quintus Allard tells of what he knows of Thuggee in 3028.
  23. Path of Glory pg. 110-112: Zane throws his vineer into fire.
  24. House Liao (The Capellan Confederation) page 60 - Duchies,Warrens, and Demesnes.
  25. House Kurita (The Draconis Combine), p. 113, "Wisdom of the Dragon"