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|name = ''Emperor''
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|manufacturer=[[StarCorps Industries]],<br/>[[McCarron's Trading Company]]
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|production year=2612
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[[McCarron's Trading Company]]
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|model=EMP-6A
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|cost= 18,713,100 C-bills  
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[[Quarry Arms]]
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|mech type=BattleMech
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[[StarCorps Industries]]<ref name=TRSWp170f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 170–171: "EMP-6A Emperor"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U -->
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|production year = 2612
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|mass=90
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|model = EMP-6A<ref name=TRSWp170f />
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|chassis=Titan Super TZ-7EA
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|cost = 18,713,100 C-bills  
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|armor=ArcShield VII Mk 5
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|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
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|engine=[[PlasmaStar 270 XL]]
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|mech type = BattleMech
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|comsys=[[Telestar Model XTD-67A1]]
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|feet = biped
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|T&T=[[Starlight Seeker LX-4X]]
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|mass = 90
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|heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat Sinks]]
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|chassis = [[Titan Super TZ-7EA]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->
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|speed=54.0
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|armor = [[ArcShield VII Mk 5]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->
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|jumpjets=[[Pitban LFT-50]]
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|engine = [[PlasmaStar 270 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->
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|comsys = [[Telestar Model XTD-67A1]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->
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*2x [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s
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|T&T = [[Starlight Seeker LX-4X]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->
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*2x [[Large Laser]]s
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|heat sinks = 12 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->
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*1x [[Medium Laser]]
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|jumpjets = [[Pitban LFT-50]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp170f /> -->
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|BV (1.0)=1,636<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 316</ref>
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|BV (2.0)=1,969<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 260</ref>
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*2x [[LB-X autocannon/10]]
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|BV (1.0) = 1,636<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 316</ref>
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|BV (2.0) = 1,969<ref name=TRSWp170f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 260</ref>
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
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The '''''Emperor''''' is one of the earliest assault BattleMechs, dating back to [[2502]].<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 120, "The BNC-3E ''[[Banshee (BattleMech)|Banshee]]'' was an early 'Mech design, produced in the same era as the MCK ''[[Mackie]]'' and the EMP ''Emperor''."</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 142</ref><ref name=ED>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 22, "Random Assignment Table (Age of War)"</ref><ref name=MUL>[http://www.masterunitlist.info MUL online]</ref>  The ''Emperor'' also bears the distinction of being the first 90+ ton BattleMech to mount jump jets<ref name=TRO3058 /> (the famed ''[[Highlander]]'' began production in [[2592]]<ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 52</ref>).  In [[Introduction Year::2612]], [[StarCorps]] introduced an upgraded ''Emperor'', EMP-6A (''pictured'')<ref name=MUL/>, designed for and distributed exclusively to [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Star League Defense Forces Royal Units]].<ref name=TRO3058 /><ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 224</ref>  The ''Emperor'' was produced continuously until [[Marik]] forces destroyed [[StarCorps Industries]] facility with nuclear arms on [[Son Hoa]] during the [[Production Ceased::Second Succession War]]. Production of the ''Emperor'' resumed in [[Reintroduction Year::3057]] alongside the legendary ''[[Highlander]]''.
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The '''''Emperor''''' is one of the earliest assault BattleMechs, dating back to [[2502]].<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 120, "The BNC-3E ''[[Banshee (BattleMech)|Banshee]]'' was an early 'Mech design, produced in the same era as the MCK ''[[Mackie]]'' and the EMP ''Emperor''."</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 142</ref><ref name=ED>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 22, "Random Assignment Table (Age of War)"</ref><ref name=MUL>[http://www.masterunitlist.info MUL online]</ref>  The ''Emperor'' also bears the distinction of being the first 90+ ton BattleMech to mount jump jets<ref name=TRO3058 /> (the famed ''[[Highlander]]'' began production in [[2592]]<ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 52</ref>).  In [[Introduction Year::2612]], [[StarCorps]] introduced an upgraded ''Emperor'', EMP-6A (''pictured'')<ref name=MUL/>, designed for and distributed exclusively to [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Star League Defense Forces Royal Units]].<ref name=TRO3058 /><ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 224</ref>  The ''Emperor'' was produced continuously until [[Marik]] forces destroyed [[StarCorps Industries]] facility with nuclear arms on [[Son Hoa]] during the [[Second Succession War]]. Production of the ''Emperor'' resumed in [[Reintroduction Year::3057]] alongside the legendary ''[[Highlander]]''.
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
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The ''Emperor'' has better than average mobility for a ninety ton 'Mech with a top speed of 54 km/h and the ability to jump up to ninety meters. To power the ''Emperor'', the 'Mech has a massive PlasmaStar 270 [[XL Engine]].  For protection, the ''Emperor'' carries an impressive seventeen and a half tons of armor with [[CASE]], protecting the 'Mech from complete destruction if an ammunition bin is hit, although such damage would still result in the ''Emperor'' being effectively removed from battle.  Finally, to dissipate the 'Mech's heavy heat load, the ''Emperor'' carries twelve [[double heat sink]]s.
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The ''Emperor'' has better than average mobility for a ninety ton 'Mech with a top speed of 54 km/h and the ability to jump up to ninety meters. To power the ''Emperor'', the 'Mech has a massive [[PlasmaStar 270]] [[XL engine]].  For protection, the ''Emperor'' carries an impressive seventeen and a half tons of armor with [[CASE]], protecting the 'Mech from complete destruction if an ammunition bin is hit, although such damage would still result in the ''Emperor'' being effectively removed from battle.  Finally, to dissipate the 'Mech's heavy heat load, the ''Emperor'' carries twelve [[double heat sink]]s.
  
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The ''Emperor'' gets its primary firepower from a pair of [[Imperator Code Red]] [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s that are capable of firing both standard ammunition as well as cluster ammunition, which allows the autocannons to act in a manner similar to 'Mech-sized shotguns. Additionally, the cluster ammunition lets the ''Emperor'' serve in an anti-aircraft role. Secondary to the Autocannons are two Magna Mk III [[Large Laser]]s that have a similar range profile to the autocannons and can do a great deal of damage in concert with them or on their own. For close combat, the 'Mech has two highly accurate Defiance P5M [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a Photech 806c [[Medium Laser]].
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The ''Emperor'' gets its primary firepower from a pair of [[Imperator Code Red]] [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s that are capable of firing both standard ammunition as well as cluster ammunition, which allows the autocannons to act in a manner similar to 'Mech-sized shotguns. Additionally, the cluster ammunition lets the ''Emperor'' serve in an anti-aircraft role. Secondary to the Autocannons are two [[Magna Mk III]] [[Large Laser]]s that have a similar range profile to the autocannons and can do a great deal of damage in concert with them or on their own. For close combat, the 'Mech has two highly accurate [[Defiance P5M]] [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a [[Photech 806c]] [[medium laser]].
  
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The EMP-6A ''Emperor'' is the first BattleMech to incorporate the "...newly developed XL engine, LB 10-X autocannon, double heat sinks, and CASE"<ref name=TRO3058 /> '''together''' for the first time on the same chassis.<ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 34</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 36</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 42</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 48</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 210</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 207</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 214</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 221</ref>
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The EMP-6A ''Emperor'' is the first BattleMech to incorporate the "...newly developed XL engine, LB 10-X autocannon, double heat sinks, and CASE"<ref name=TRO3058 /> together for the first time on the same chassis.<ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 34</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 36</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 42</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 48</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 210</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 207</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 214</ref><ref>''TechManual'', p. 221</ref>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
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*;EMP-1A : The original ''Emperor'' produced by [[Quarry Arms]] used [[:Category:Primitive Technology|primitive components]]. Introduced in [[Introduction Year::2442]] and produced until [[2472]], this first version of the ''Emperor'' could reach a top speed of 53 km/h thanks to its primitive engine. It was protected by twenty-two tons of [[Primitive Armor]]. The bulk of these primitive systems and [[Primitive Cockpit]] meant that the ''Emperor'' could only carry three Medium Lasers and an Autocannon/5 in each arm. Each autocannon was given two tons of ammunition. Ten single heat sinks were fitted. The later production runs of this version were used in support roles, but were never very popular. Some of these units were upgraded to the EMP-5A standard.<ref name=XTRO:PV4p7>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 7, "EMP-1A Emperor"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,453<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 24</ref>
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*; EMP-1A : The original ''Emperor'' produced by [[Quarry Arms]] used primitive components. Introduced in [[Introduction Year::2442]] and produced until [[2472]], this first version of the ''Emperor'' could reach a top speed of 53 km/h thanks to its primitive engine. It was protected by twenty-two tons of [[Primitive Armor]]. The bulk of these primitive systems and [[Primitive Cockpit]] meant that the ''Emperor'' could only carry three medium lasers and an Autocannon/5 in each arm. Each autocannon was given two tons of ammunition. Ten single heat sinks were fitted. The later production runs of this version were used in support roles, but were never very popular. Some of these units were upgraded to the EMP-5A standard.<ref name=XTRO:PV4p7>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 7, "EMP-1A Emperor"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,453<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 24</ref>
  
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*;EMP-5A : This version of the ''Emperor'' was a model introduced in the [[Age of War]]<ref name=MUL />. It carried an [[Autocannon/5]] in each arm instead of the LB 10-Xs that were used in later versions. It also carried sixteen single heat sinks. It was replaced by the EMP-6A described above. BV (2.0) = 1,830<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 261</ref>
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*; EMP-5A : This version of the ''Emperor'' was a model introduced in the [[Age of War]]<ref name=MUL />. It carried an [[Autocannon/5]] in each arm instead of the LB 10-Xs that were used in later versions. It also downgrades the two Medium Pulse Lasers to standard Medium Lasers as well as the double heat sinks. It was replaced by the EMP-6A described above. BV (2.0) = 1,830<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 261</ref>
  
 
*; EMP-6A-EC : Carries Clan-spec [[ER Large Laser]]s, an [[LB 10-X]] and [[LB 5-X]], supported by a prototype [[Streak SRM-4]]. Used extensively by [[Clan Star Adder]] before it was replaced by various ''[[Highlander]]'' variants. (Note: '''EC''' is an abbreviation used by historians to designate "Early Clan" designs.)<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 62</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,156<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 118</ref>
 
*; EMP-6A-EC : Carries Clan-spec [[ER Large Laser]]s, an [[LB 10-X]] and [[LB 5-X]], supported by a prototype [[Streak SRM-4]]. Used extensively by [[Clan Star Adder]] before it was replaced by various ''[[Highlander]]'' variants. (Note: '''EC''' is an abbreviation used by historians to designate "Early Clan" designs.)<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 62</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,156<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 118</ref>
  
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*;EMP-6D : The [[Federated Suns]] variant replaces the autocannons with twin [[Rotary Autocannon/5]]s. All the lasers were upgraded to extended range models, and the weight savings went into an extra pair of [[double heat sink]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,842<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 317</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,382<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 262</ref>
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*; EMP-6D : The [[Federated Suns]] variant replaces the autocannons with twin [[rotary autocannon/5]]s. All the lasers were upgraded to extended range models, and the weight savings went into an extra pair of [[double heat sink]]s.<ref name=TRSWp170f /> BV (1.0) = 1,842<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 317</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,382<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 262</ref>
  
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*;EMP-6L : The first [[Capellan Confederation]] variant uses a standard [[fusion engine]]. This stand-off 'Mech is armed with a [[Gauss Rifle]] and [[ER PPC]] to snipe with so that it can take advantage of its [[Stealth Armor]]. The requisite [[Guardian ECM Suite]] enables the armor to function, while four [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s provide close support. Finally, [[Triple Strength Myomer]] takes advantage of the increased heat from the armor to potentially speed up the ''Emperor'' and make its already damaging physical attacks devastating. BV (1.0) = 2,116<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 318</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,746<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 263</ref>
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*; EMP-6L : The first [[Capellan Confederation]] variant uses a standard [[fusion engine]]. This stand-off 'Mech is armed with a [[Gauss rifle]] and [[ER PPC]] to snipe with so that it can take advantage of its [[Stealth Armor]]. The requisite [[Guardian ECM Suite]] enables the armor to function, while four [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s provide close support. Finally, [[Triple Strength Myomer]] takes advantage of the increased heat from the armor to potentially speed up the ''Emperor'' and make its already damaging physical attacks devastating.<ref name=TRSWp170f /> BV (1.0) = 2,116<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 318</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,746<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 263</ref>
  
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*;EMP-6M : The variant produced for the [[Free Worlds League]] and [[Word of Blake]], the 6M is built on an [[Endo Steel]] frame and is powered by a [[Light Fusion Engine]]. It uses a pair of arm-mounted [[Light Gauss Rifle]]s and also upgrades the large lasers to [[Extended Range Large Laser|ER]] models, making it incredibly effective at ranges where most other units cannot even attempt to return fire. It is most effective when another unit with an [[Improved C3 CPU]] is close and can provide targeting telemetry for the ''Emperor''. In case other units close, the 6M mounts three Medium Pulse Lasers and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. Since it only carries ten double heat sinks, the 6M also makes use of Triple Strength Myomer. In order to make all of this possible, the 6M carries a half ton less armor. BV (1.0) = 1,701<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 319</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,090<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 264</ref>
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*; EMP-6M : The variant produced for the [[Free Worlds League]] and [[Word of Blake]], the 6M is built on an [[Endo Steel]] frame and is powered by a [[Light Fusion Engine]]. It uses a pair of arm-mounted [[Light Gauss Rifle]]s and also upgrades the large lasers to [[Extended Range Large Laser|ER]] models, making it incredibly effective at ranges where most other units cannot even attempt to return fire. It is most effective when another unit with an [[Improved C3 CPU]] is close and can provide targeting telemetry for the ''Emperor''. In case other units close, the 6M mounts three Medium Pulse Lasers and an [[ER medium laser]]. Since it only carries ten double heat sinks, the 6M also makes use of Triple Strength Myomer. In order to make all of this possible, the 6M carries a half ton less armor. BV (1.0) = 1,701<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 319</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,090<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 264</ref>
  
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*;EMP-6M2 : Produced on [[Emris IV]] for the [[Duchy of Oriente]] (and subsequently, the [[Oriente Protectorate]]), this refit of the 6M replaces the Blakist C3i with a standard C3 system. Other modifications and features of this variant are not specified.<ref>''Field Manual: 3085'', p. 77</ref>
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*; EMP-6M2 : Produced on [[Emris IV]] for the [[Duchy of Oriente]] (and subsequently, the [[Oriente Protectorate]]), this refit of the 6M replaces the Blakist C3i with a standard C3 system. Other modifications and features of this variant are not specified.<ref name=TRSWp170f /><ref>''Field Manual: 3085'', p. 77</ref>
  
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*;EMP-6S : The [[Lyran Alliance|Lyran]] model is meant for close range and restrictive terrain. It carries two highly destructive [[LB-X Autocannon/20]]s that can create holes in an enemy's armor using slug rounds with ease, then exploit those holes to damage critical systems with the cluster rounds. Three Medium Pulse Lasers and a regular [[Medium Laser]] provide energy backup. BV (1.0) = 1,740<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 320</ref>, BV (2.0) =  2,065<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 265</ref>
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*; EMP-6S : The [[Lyran Alliance|Lyran]] model is meant for close range and restrictive terrain. It carries two highly destructive [[LB-X Autocannon/20]]s that can create holes in an enemy's armor using slug rounds with ease, then exploit those holes to damage critical systems with the cluster rounds. Three Medium Pulse Lasers and a regular medium laser provide energy backup.<ref name=TRSWp170f /> BV (1.0) = 1,740<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 320</ref>, BV (2.0) =  2,065<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 265</ref>
  
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*;EMP-7L : Like the other Capellan variant, the 7L uses Stealth Armor and the attendant Guardian ECM, along with Triple Strength Myomers to take advantage of the high heat levels, all powered by a standard engine. Unlike that version, it removes the jump jets to make room for twin [[Autocannon/10]]s that can take advantage of special munitions produced by House Davion. All six tons of this ammunition is crowded into the right side of the body, so only one [[CASE]] is needed to protect it. Backing them up is an [[ER Large Laser]] and two Medium Pulse Lasers. BV (1.0) = 1,730<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 321</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,232<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 266</ref>
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*; EMP-7L : Like the other Capellan variant, the 7L uses Stealth Armor and the attendant Guardian ECM, along with Triple Strength Myomers to take advantage of the high heat levels, all powered by a standard engine. Unlike that version, it removes the jump jets to make room for twin [[Autocannon/10]]s that can take advantage of special munitions produced by House Davion. All six tons of this ammunition is crowded into the right side of the body, so only one [[CASE]] is needed to protect it. Backing them up is an [[ER Large Laser]] and two Medium Pulse Lasers.<ref name=TRSWp170f /> BV (1.0) = 1,730<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 321</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,232<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 266</ref>
  
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*;EMP-8L : This upgrade of the EMP-7L replaces the basic autocannons with paired [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s reminiscent of the EMP-6A. Two captured [[Medium Re-Engineered Laser]]s replace the Medium Pulse Lasers, and the ER Large Laser is swapped for a [[Plasma Rifle]] fed by two tons of ammunition. The four tons of LB-X munitions in the right torso are protected by CASE. Both the Stealth Armor and Triple Strength Myomer are retained from the 7L. BV (2.0) = 2,370<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 174</ref>
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*; EMP-8L : This upgrade of the EMP-7L replaces the basic autocannons with paired [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s reminiscent of the EMP-6A. Two captured [[Medium Re-Engineered Laser]]s replace the Medium Pulse Lasers, and the ER Large Laser is swapped for a [[plasma rifle]] fed by two tons of ammunition. The four tons of LB-X munitions in the right torso are protected by CASE. Both the Stealth Armor and Triple Strength Myomer are retained from the 7L. BV (2.0) = 2,370<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 174</ref>
  
 
===Custom Variants===
 
===Custom Variants===
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*;EMP-6A ''Emperor'' Nerran : A unique variant of the ''Emperor'' which was discovered in a Brian Cache by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]] MechWarrior [[Nerran]]. The Clan warrior restored the ancient 'Mech by refitting the right arm's LB 10-X Autocannons with Clan produced [[Gauss Rifle]] and placed a Star League tech [[ER PPC]] in the right torso. BV (1.0) = 2,071<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 15 - ''Emperor Nerran''- Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref><ref name=socss4/>
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*; EMP-6A ''Emperor'' Nerran : A unique variant of the ''Emperor'' which was discovered in a Brian Cache by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]] MechWarrior [[Nerran]]. The Clan warrior restored the ancient 'Mech by refitting the right arm's LB 10-X Autocannons with Clan produced [[Gauss rifle]] and placed a Star League tech [[ER PPC]] in the right torso. BV (1.0) = 2,071<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 15 - ''Emperor Nerran''- Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref><ref name=socss4/>
  
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*;EMP-6ME ''Mercury Elite'' : This custom variant was used by [[Lieutenant Colonel]] Anne-Marie McKormack<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Atreus'', p. 2, 11, 16</ref> during the conflict on Atreus. Based on the EMP-6M, the ''Mercury Elite'' mounted a [[C3 Slave]] in the head and a [[Snub-Nose PPC]] and [[Silver Bullet Gauss Rifle]] in each arm. Adding an extra double heat sink helps diffuse the heat load these weapons and the two torso-mounted [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s create. Unlike the EMP-6M this version doesn't mount Triple Strength Myomer. BV (2.0) = 2,004<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Atreus'', p. 16</ref>
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*; EMP-6ME ''Mercury Elite'' : This custom variant was used by [[Lieutenant Colonel]] Anne-Marie McKormack<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Atreus'', p. 2, 11, 16</ref> during the conflict on Atreus. Based on the EMP-6M, the ''Mercury Elite'' mounted a [[C3 slave]] in the head and a [[Snub-Nose PPC]] and [[Silver Bullet Gauss Rifle]] in each arm. Adding an extra double heat sink helps diffuse the heat load these weapons and the two torso-mounted [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s create. Unlike the EMP-6M this version doesn't mount Triple Strength Myomer. BV (2.0) = 2,004<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Atreus'', p. 16</ref>
  
 
== Design Quirks ==
 
== Design Quirks ==
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==Notable Pilots==
 
==Notable Pilots==
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* [[Warner Doles (character)|Warner Doles]], a former officer of the disgraced and disbanded second battalion of the [[Blackwind Lancers]] and later a military leader in the [[Free Capella]] movement, would pilot a bronze-painted ''Emperor'' against Capellan forces in the later stages of the [[Capellan-St. Ives War]] and into the Jihad.
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* [[Warner Doles (Blackwind Lancers)|Warner Doles]], a former officer of the disgraced and disbanded second battalion of the [[Blackwind Lancers]] and later a military leader in the [[Free Capella]] movement, would pilot a bronze-painted ''Emperor'' against Capellan forces in the later stages of the [[Capellan-St. Ives War]] and into the Jihad.
  
 
* [[Kelley Metz]], gladiator for [[Tandrek Stables]] on [[Solaris#Solaris_VII_-_The_Gaming_World|Solaris]], piloted an ''Emperor'' in the 3062 Class Six Championships.
 
* [[Kelley Metz]], gladiator for [[Tandrek Stables]] on [[Solaris#Solaris_VII_-_The_Gaming_World|Solaris]], piloted an ''Emperor'' in the 3062 Class Six Championships.
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==Notes==
 
==Notes==
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In German products the unit's proper name was perfectly translated to '''Imperator'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''MPR-6A'''.
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* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Imperator'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''MPR-6A'''.
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
 
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*''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
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*''[[Double-Blind]]''
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* ''[[Double-Blind]]''
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*''[[Era Digest: Age of War]]''
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*''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4]]''
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*''[[Jihad Turning Points: Atreus]]''
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* ''[[Jihad Turning Points: Atreus]]''
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*''[[Jihad Turning Points: Sian]]''
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* ''[[Jihad Turning Points: Sian]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
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Latest revision as of 18:02, 29 February 2024

Emperor
Emperor
Production information
Manufacturer McCarron's Trading Company

Quarry Arms

StarCorps Industries[1]

Production Year 2612
Model EMP-6A[1]
Class Assault
Cost 18,713,100 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Inner Sphere BattleMech
Mass 90 tons
Chassis Titan Super TZ-7EA
Armor ArcShield VII Mk 5
Engine PlasmaStar 270 XL
Communications System Telestar Model XTD-67A1
Targeting Tracking System Starlight Seeker LX-4X
Heat Sinks 12 double
Speed 54 km/h
Jump Jets Pitban LFT-50
Armament
BV (1.0) 1,636[2]
BV (2.0) 1,969[1][3]


Description[edit]

The Emperor is one of the earliest assault BattleMechs, dating back to 2502.[4][5][6][7] The Emperor also bears the distinction of being the first 90+ ton BattleMech to mount jump jets[5] (the famed Highlander began production in 2592[8]). In 2612, StarCorps introduced an upgraded Emperor, EMP-6A (pictured)[7], designed for and distributed exclusively to Star League Defense Forces Royal Units.[5][9] The Emperor was produced continuously until Marik forces destroyed StarCorps Industries facility with nuclear arms on Son Hoa during the Second Succession War. Production of the Emperor resumed in 3057 alongside the legendary Highlander.

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

The Emperor has better than average mobility for a ninety ton 'Mech with a top speed of 54 km/h and the ability to jump up to ninety meters. To power the Emperor, the 'Mech has a massive PlasmaStar 270 XL engine. For protection, the Emperor carries an impressive seventeen and a half tons of armor with CASE, protecting the 'Mech from complete destruction if an ammunition bin is hit, although such damage would still result in the Emperor being effectively removed from battle. Finally, to dissipate the 'Mech's heavy heat load, the Emperor carries twelve double heat sinks.

The Emperor gets its primary firepower from a pair of Imperator Code Red LB-X Autocannon/10s that are capable of firing both standard ammunition as well as cluster ammunition, which allows the autocannons to act in a manner similar to 'Mech-sized shotguns. Additionally, the cluster ammunition lets the Emperor serve in an anti-aircraft role. Secondary to the Autocannons are two Magna Mk III Large Lasers that have a similar range profile to the autocannons and can do a great deal of damage in concert with them or on their own. For close combat, the 'Mech has two highly accurate Defiance P5M Medium Pulse Lasers and a Photech 806c medium laser.

The EMP-6A Emperor is the first BattleMech to incorporate the "...newly developed XL engine, LB 10-X autocannon, double heat sinks, and CASE"[5] together for the first time on the same chassis.[10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17]

Variants[edit]

  • EMP-1A 
    The original Emperor produced by Quarry Arms used primitive components. Introduced in 2442 and produced until 2472, this first version of the Emperor could reach a top speed of 53 km/h thanks to its primitive engine. It was protected by twenty-two tons of Primitive Armor. The bulk of these primitive systems and Primitive Cockpit meant that the Emperor could only carry three medium lasers and an Autocannon/5 in each arm. Each autocannon was given two tons of ammunition. Ten single heat sinks were fitted. The later production runs of this version were used in support roles, but were never very popular. Some of these units were upgraded to the EMP-5A standard.[18] BV (2.0) = 1,453[19]
  • EMP-5A 
    This version of the Emperor was a model introduced in the Age of War[7]. It carried an Autocannon/5 in each arm instead of the LB 10-Xs that were used in later versions. It also downgrades the two Medium Pulse Lasers to standard Medium Lasers as well as the double heat sinks. It was replaced by the EMP-6A described above. BV (2.0) = 1,830[20]
  • EMP-6M 
    The variant produced for the Free Worlds League and Word of Blake, the 6M is built on an Endo Steel frame and is powered by a Light Fusion Engine. It uses a pair of arm-mounted Light Gauss Rifles and also upgrades the large lasers to ER models, making it incredibly effective at ranges where most other units cannot even attempt to return fire. It is most effective when another unit with an Improved C3 CPU is close and can provide targeting telemetry for the Emperor. In case other units close, the 6M mounts three Medium Pulse Lasers and an ER medium laser. Since it only carries ten double heat sinks, the 6M also makes use of Triple Strength Myomer. In order to make all of this possible, the 6M carries a half ton less armor. BV (1.0) = 1,701[27], BV (2.0) = 2,090[28]
  • EMP-6S 
    The Lyran model is meant for close range and restrictive terrain. It carries two highly destructive LB-X Autocannon/20s that can create holes in an enemy's armor using slug rounds with ease, then exploit those holes to damage critical systems with the cluster rounds. Three Medium Pulse Lasers and a regular medium laser provide energy backup.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,740[30], BV (2.0) = 2,065[31]
  • EMP-7L 
    Like the other Capellan variant, the 7L uses Stealth Armor and the attendant Guardian ECM, along with Triple Strength Myomers to take advantage of the high heat levels, all powered by a standard engine. Unlike that version, it removes the jump jets to make room for twin Autocannon/10s that can take advantage of special munitions produced by House Davion. All six tons of this ammunition is crowded into the right side of the body, so only one CASE is needed to protect it. Backing them up is an ER Large Laser and two Medium Pulse Lasers.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,730[32], BV (2.0) = 2,232[33]
  • EMP-8L 
    This upgrade of the EMP-7L replaces the basic autocannons with paired LB-X Autocannon/10s reminiscent of the EMP-6A. Two captured Medium Re-Engineered Lasers replace the Medium Pulse Lasers, and the ER Large Laser is swapped for a plasma rifle fed by two tons of ammunition. The four tons of LB-X munitions in the right torso are protected by CASE. Both the Stealth Armor and Triple Strength Myomer are retained from the 7L. BV (2.0) = 2,370[34]

Custom Variants[edit]

  • EMP-6A Emperor Nerran 
    A unique variant of the Emperor which was discovered in a Brian Cache by Clan Goliath Scorpion MechWarrior Nerran. The Clan warrior restored the ancient 'Mech by refitting the right arm's LB 10-X Autocannons with Clan produced Gauss rifle and placed a Star League tech ER PPC in the right torso. BV (1.0) = 2,071[35][36]
  • EMP-6ME Mercury Elite 
    This custom variant was used by Lieutenant Colonel Anne-Marie McKormack[37] during the conflict on Atreus. Based on the EMP-6M, the Mercury Elite mounted a C3 slave in the head and a Snub-Nose PPC and Silver Bullet Gauss Rifle in each arm. Adding an extra double heat sink helps diffuse the heat load these weapons and the two torso-mounted Medium Pulse Lasers create. Unlike the EMP-6M this version doesn't mount Triple Strength Myomer. BV (2.0) = 2,004[38]

Design Quirks[edit]

The Emperor has the following Design Quirks:[39]

The EMP-1A Emperor is subject to the following Design Quirks:[18]

Notable Pilots[edit]

  • Sun-Tzu Liao, Chancellor of the Capellan Confederation, chose the Emperor as his personal 'Mech. While Sun-Tzu is known to have piloted his Emperor into combat, most notably beside Danai Centrella in support of Avanti's Angels mercenary unit on Astrokaszy, the Chancellor's bodyguards have also secretly piloted the 'Mech into combat as a means of boosting Capellan morale with its appearance on the battlefield, while keeping their charge safe from harm. [40] [41]
  • Nerran, a Clan Goliath Scorpion Seeker who discovered E6A-0001 - the very first Emperor built on Son Hoa during the Star League era - in a Brian Cache, restoring and piloting the relic as his personal 'Mech.[36]

Notes[edit]

  • In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Imperator. The model code was accordingly changed to MPR-6A.

Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 Technical Readout: Succession Wars, pp. 170–171: "EMP-6A Emperor"
  2. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 316
  3. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 260
  4. ↑ Technical Readout: 3025, p. 120, "The BNC-3E Banshee was an early 'Mech design, produced in the same era as the MCK Mackie and the EMP Emperor."
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 Technical Readout: 3058, p. 142
  6. ↑ Era Digest: Age of War, p. 22, "Random Assignment Table (Age of War)"
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 MUL online
  8. ↑ Technical Readout: 2750, p. 52
  9. ↑ Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade, p. 224
  10. ↑ Technical Readout: 2750, p. 34
  11. ↑ Technical Readout: 2750, p. 36
  12. ↑ Technical Readout: 2750, p. 42
  13. ↑ Technical Readout: 2750, p. 48
  14. ↑ TechManual, p. 210
  15. ↑ TechManual, p. 207
  16. ↑ TechManual, p. 214
  17. ↑ TechManual, p. 221
  18. ↑ 18.0 18.1 Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4, p. 7, "EMP-1A Emperor"
  19. ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4, p. 24
  20. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 261
  21. ↑ Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 62
  22. ↑ Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 118
  23. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 317
  24. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 262
  25. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 318
  26. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 263
  27. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 319
  28. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 264
  29. ↑ Field Manual: 3085, p. 77
  30. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 320
  31. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 265
  32. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 321
  33. ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 266
  34. ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 174
  35. ↑ Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs p. 15 - Emperor Nerran- Custom Variant published by BattleCorps website.
  36. ↑ 36.0 36.1 Spotlight On: Crimson Seeker Star, p. 4
  37. ↑ Jihad Turning Points: Atreus, p. 2, 11, 16
  38. ↑ Jihad Turning Points: Atreus, p. 16
  39. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91, Design Quirk Table
  40. ↑ Double-Blind, p. 299
  41. ↑ Jihad Turning Points: Sian p. 9, Final Stand

Bibliography[edit]

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