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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image= | + | |image=Dominator.png |
| − | |name= Dominator | + | |name= ''Dominator'' |
| − | |manufacturer= | + | |manufacturer= [[Clan Wolf]] [[W-12 Facilities]] |
|production year= | |production year= | ||
|year reference= | |year reference= | ||
|introduced= | |introduced= | ||
| − | |model= | + | |model= (base)<ref name=RGIv1p8f>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', pp. 8–9: "Dominator"</ref> |
|cost= | |cost= | ||
|Tech Base= Clan | |Tech Base= Clan | ||
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|feet= | |feet= | ||
|mass= 65 | |mass= 65 | ||
| − | |chassis= | + | |chassis= [[Type W4 Endo Steel]] |
| − | |armor= | + | |armor= [[Forging FF01 Ferro-Fibrous]] |
| − | |engine= | + | |engine= [[Starfire 325 XL]] |
| − | |comsys= | + | |comsys= [[WC-020]] |
| − | |T&T= | + | |T&T= [[WC-TT-008B]] with [[Targeting Computer]] |
| − | |heat sinks= | + | |heat sinks= 18 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] |
| − | |speed= | + | |speed= 86 |
|speed with MASC= | |speed with MASC= | ||
|speed with TSM= | |speed with TSM= | ||
| − | |jumpjets= | + | |speed with Supercharger= 108 |
| + | |jumpjets= [[BMP Series XV]] | ||
|armament= | |armament= | ||
| + | * 1 [[ER PPC]] | ||
| + | * 1 [[ER Large Laser]] | ||
| + | * 1 [[Streak SRM 6]] | ||
| + | * 1 [[ER Small Laser]] | ||
|BV (1.0)= | |BV (1.0)= | ||
| − | |BV (2.0)= | + | |BV (2.0)= 3,018 |
}} | }} | ||
| − | The '''''Dominator''''' is a [[Clan]] [[BattleMech]] introduced in the final years of the [[Dark Age era]]. | + | The '''''Dominator''''' is a [[Clan Wolf|Wolf Clan]] [[BattleMech]] introduced in the final years of the [[Dark Age era]]. |
| − | + | ==Description== | |
| + | [[Khan]] of [[Clan Wolf]] [[Alaric Ward]] wanted a 'Mech to "Make the [[Republic of the Sphere|Republic]] tremble behind their [[The Wall|Wall]], chase the [[Clan Jade Falcon|Jade Falcons]] from the skies, and dominate the pilots of the [[Inner Sphere]] under the will of Clan Wolf." This new 'Mech was to be highly mobile, heavily armored, and be able to outrun anything the 'Mech could not outgun. Additionally the 'Mech had to be a capable brawler since Inner Sphere pilots were often engaging Clan 'Mechs in close quarters hand-to-hand combat. <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 8</ref> | ||
| + | |||
| + | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| + | Despite being a second line 'Mech, the ''Dominator's'' pilot benefits from all of the progress of Clan technology. The ''Dominator'' is built with both ten and a half tons of [[Ferro-fibrous]] Armor and [[Endo Steel]] Internal Structure. To mitigate heat buildup, the ''Dominator'' is equipped with eighteen [[double heat sink]]s, allowing the Mech's pilot to continuously fire all of its weapons systems and continue to move at full speed. The ''Dominator's'' pilots also enjoy having the advantage of a hundred-and-fifty-meter jump range. The design team then added a [[supercharger]] to the 'Mech's already agile frame. The supercharger benefits the ''Dominator'' by not directly damaging the 'Mech's leg actuators, unlike [[MASC]]. This new piece of equipment increases the ''Dominator's'' durability while providing the pilot with an extra burst of needed speed. | ||
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| + | When the ''Dominator's'' pilot enters physical combat, the pilot has the ability to engage in a "[[death from above]]" attack. To assist the ''Dominator's'' pilot in the DFA attack, the legs have been reinforced to reduce the amount of damage inflicted to the them. Finally, the design team fulfilled Khan Alaric Ward's directions by equipping the ''Dominator'' with battlefists, making the 'Mech a deadly brawler in close combat. | ||
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| + | The ''Dominator'' is also equipped with a robust [[targeting computer]], which complements the already deadly gunnery skills of the typical Clan pilot. The ''Dominator'' is equipped with somewhat less weaponry than is normally found on a standard Clan heavy 'Mech. The 'Mech's arsenal begins with a shoulder mounted [[Series 7K]] [[Extended Range Large Laser]] in the its right torso, coupled with an [[Type 22]] [[Extended Range PPC]] mounted in the lower right arm. A recessed [[Smartshot Mark VI]] [[Streak SRM-6|six tubed streak SRM]] is mounted in the 'Mech's left shoulder with one ton of ammunition. Oddly, an [[Series 3K]] [[ER Small Laser|Extended Range Small Laser]] is mounted almost directly behind the ''Dominator's'' pilot in the 'Mech's head, facing the rear. | ||
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| + | ==Variants== | ||
| + | *;''Dominator'' 2 : The ER-PPC is changed out for a second extended range large laser. The supercharger is removed, as is the streak SRM. Replacing the streak SRM is an [[LRM-20]] with an [[Artemis V FCS]]. The missile rack is supplied with two tons of ammunition. The 'Mech's close range firepower is adjusted with an [[ER Medium Laser]], while all weapons are still tied into a less sizeable Targeting Computer. This refit was successful enough to be adopted as a new factory model. BV (2.0) = 2,906<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 26 - Dominator 2 Record sheet: BV and stats</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7435/dominator-2 MUL Profile for the Dominator 2 - BV2, Year of Introduction, and AlphaStrike DataCard]</ref> | ||
| + | |||
| + | == Design Quirks == | ||
| + | The ''Dominator'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 9 - Design quirks</ref> | ||
| + | * [[Battlefists]] | ||
| + | * [[Reinforced Legs]] | ||
| + | * [[Exposed Weapon Linkage|Exposed Weapon Linkage (ER Large Laser)]] | ||
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| + | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
| + | *[[Marotta Kerensky]] - Clan Wolf warrior serving Khan [[Alaric Ward]], was dispatched with orders to invite [[Wolf's Dragoons]] back into the Clan.<ref>''Divided We Fall''</ref> | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | In ''[[Divided We Fall]]'', the ''Dominator'' record sheet states it is an [[OmniMech]]. This was an editorial mistake. It is a second-line 'Mech.<ref>https://bg.battletech.com/forums/index.php?topic=69498.0</ref> | + | * In ''[[Divided We Fall]]'', the ''Dominator'' record sheet states it is an [[OmniMech]]. This was an editorial mistake. It is a second-line 'Mech.<ref>[https://bg.battletech.com/forums/index.php?topic=69498.0 Ask the Writers Topic: Dominator Question]</ref> |
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| + | * [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] gives further detail of the 'Mech on his [https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2020/05/07/new-battletech-tease-wolfs-dragoon-short-novel-divided-we-fall/ blog] | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
* ''[[Divided We Fall]]'' | * ''[[Divided We Fall]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1]]'' | ||
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| Dominator | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Clan Wolf W-12 Facilities |
| Model | (base)[1] |
| Class | Heavy |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Clan BattleMech |
| Mass | 65 tons |
| Chassis | Type W4 Endo Steel |
| Armor | Forging FF01 Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | Starfire 325 XL |
| Communications System | WC-020 |
| Targeting Tracking System | WC-TT-008B with Targeting Computer |
| Heat Sinks | 18 double |
| Speed | 86 km/h (108 km/h with Supercharger) |
| Jump Jets | BMP Series XV |
| Armament | |
| BV (2.0) | 3,018 |
The Dominator is a Wolf Clan BattleMech introduced in the final years of the Dark Age era.
Contents
Description[edit]
Khan of Clan Wolf Alaric Ward wanted a 'Mech to "Make the Republic tremble behind their Wall, chase the Jade Falcons from the skies, and dominate the pilots of the Inner Sphere under the will of Clan Wolf." This new 'Mech was to be highly mobile, heavily armored, and be able to outrun anything the 'Mech could not outgun. Additionally the 'Mech had to be a capable brawler since Inner Sphere pilots were often engaging Clan 'Mechs in close quarters hand-to-hand combat. [2]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
Despite being a second line 'Mech, the Dominator's pilot benefits from all of the progress of Clan technology. The Dominator is built with both ten and a half tons of Ferro-fibrous Armor and Endo Steel Internal Structure. To mitigate heat buildup, the Dominator is equipped with eighteen double heat sinks, allowing the Mech's pilot to continuously fire all of its weapons systems and continue to move at full speed. The Dominator's pilots also enjoy having the advantage of a hundred-and-fifty-meter jump range. The design team then added a supercharger to the 'Mech's already agile frame. The supercharger benefits the Dominator by not directly damaging the 'Mech's leg actuators, unlike MASC. This new piece of equipment increases the Dominator's durability while providing the pilot with an extra burst of needed speed.
When the Dominator's pilot enters physical combat, the pilot has the ability to engage in a "death from above" attack. To assist the Dominator's pilot in the DFA attack, the legs have been reinforced to reduce the amount of damage inflicted to the them. Finally, the design team fulfilled Khan Alaric Ward's directions by equipping the Dominator with battlefists, making the 'Mech a deadly brawler in close combat.
The Dominator is also equipped with a robust targeting computer, which complements the already deadly gunnery skills of the typical Clan pilot. The Dominator is equipped with somewhat less weaponry than is normally found on a standard Clan heavy 'Mech. The 'Mech's arsenal begins with a shoulder mounted Series 7K Extended Range Large Laser in the its right torso, coupled with an Type 22 Extended Range PPC mounted in the lower right arm. A recessed Smartshot Mark VI six tubed streak SRM is mounted in the 'Mech's left shoulder with one ton of ammunition. Oddly, an Series 3K Extended Range Small Laser is mounted almost directly behind the Dominator's pilot in the 'Mech's head, facing the rear.
Variants[edit]
- Dominator 2
- The ER-PPC is changed out for a second extended range large laser. The supercharger is removed, as is the streak SRM. Replacing the streak SRM is an LRM-20 with an Artemis V FCS. The missile rack is supplied with two tons of ammunition. The 'Mech's close range firepower is adjusted with an ER Medium Laser, while all weapons are still tied into a less sizeable Targeting Computer. This refit was successful enough to be adopted as a new factory model. BV (2.0) = 2,906[3][4]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Dominator has the following Design Quirks:[5]
Notable Pilots[edit]
- Marotta Kerensky - Clan Wolf warrior serving Khan Alaric Ward, was dispatched with orders to invite Wolf's Dragoons back into the Clan.[6]
Notes[edit]
- In Divided We Fall, the Dominator record sheet states it is an OmniMech. This was an editorial mistake. It is a second-line 'Mech.[7]
- Blaine Lee Pardoe gives further detail of the 'Mech on his blog
Gallery[edit]
Featured on the cover of Divided We Fall
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References[edit]
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1, pp. 8–9: "Dominator"
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1, p. 8
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1, p. 26 - Dominator 2 Record sheet: BV and stats
- ↑ MUL Profile for the Dominator 2 - BV2, Year of Introduction, and AlphaStrike DataCard
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1, p. 9 - Design quirks
- ↑ Divided We Fall
- ↑ Ask the Writers Topic: Dominator Question