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==Description==
 
==Description==
Favored by [[Clan Jade Falcon]], the ''Hellbringer'' is a powerful offensive [[OmniMech]] that can find itself in a weak position when used in a defensive stance. The ''Hellbringer'' earned the [[Inner Sphere]] code name of ''Loki'' for what one [[AFFC]] officer declared was an "utterly mad configuration" The ''Hellbringer'' is built on a standard chassis and is powered by a 325 [[XL engine]] which propels the 'Mech to a top speed of 86.4 km/h. On its base chassis the ''Hellbringer'' carries thirteen [[double heat sink]]s giving it excellent heat dissipation capabilities with the ability to add more if needed in its various configurations. The weakest area of the design is an unimpressive eight tons of standard armor because the ''Hellbringer'' relies on its capability to take down an enemy quickly to deny them the opportunity to breach its light armor.
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The ''Hellbringer'' is often deployed by [[Clan Jade Falcon]], which favors the design for it's immense offensive potential. Earning the codename ''Loki'' by a minor AFFC officer, who declared each of the ''Hellbringer's'' various versions as an "utterly mad configuration", the  'Mech does at first glance appear to be highly unusual, mounting a spread of weapons, anti-personnel equipment and electronics. The ''Hellbringer'' utilizes a standard internal structure, and has decent mobility, with a top speed of 86.4 km/h. Though it has vast firepower at it's disposal, the design is not particularly durable, mounting a mere eight tons of Standard armor, and the ''Hellbringer'' is not particularly suitable for defensive situations or extended engagements.
  
 
==Armament==
 
==Armament==
Though it seems eclectic at first, if examined as a whole and compared to the 'Mechs that left with [[Kerensky]], the ''Hellbringer'', in its primary configuration, resembles an advanced version of the classic [[Warhammer]]. The primary weapons are a pair of [[ER PPC]]s providing excellent long range damage capabilities. For close combat, the ''Hellbringer'' has three [[ER Medium Laser]]s and a highly accurate [[Streak SRM-6]] launcher. Finally, to defend against infantry, the ''Hellbringer'' has four [[Anti-Personnel Pod]]s and two [[Machine Gun]]s. The ER PPCs and ER Medium Lasers are linked to an advanced [[Targeting Computer]] for increased accuracy. The primary configuration is also outfitted with an [[ECM Suite]] for protection against enemy electronic warfare systems and carries an [[Active Probe]] for protection against ambushes by allowing it to detect hidden enemy units. Adding to this excellent protection, the ''Hellbringer'' Prime also carries an [[Anti-Missile System]] for increased protection from missile attacks.
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Though the sheer amount of equipment is greatly confusing, comparing the 'Mech to those at the time of the Exodus, the ''Hellbringer'' Prime bears similarities in design and appearance to the classic [[Warhammer]]. The primary weapons are indeed a pair of [[Extended Range Particle Projection Cannon|ER PPC]]s. As the ''Hellbringer'' draws closer to it's target, it can bring it's smaller and less heat-intensive short-range weapons to bear on the target, with three [[Extended Range Medium Laser|ER Medium Laser]]s and a [[Streak SRM-6]] missile rack. The 'Mech is more than capable of handling infantry, with a pair of [[Machine Gun]]s and two [[Anti-Personnel Pod]]s on each leg. An advanced [[Targeting Computer]] gives the energy weapons lethal accuracy, and an [[Active Probe]] and [[ECM Suite]] help to minimize any tactical advantage the enemy may have. To help increase battle longetivity, the ''Hellbringer'' also carries an [[Anti-Missile System]].
  
 
==Alternate Configurations==
 
==Alternate Configurations==
* Alt. Config. A - The A configuration of the ''Hellbringer'' would seem to be more random than the primary configuration. As its primary long range weapons this configuration has two [[ER Large Laser]]s and an [[Ultra Autocannon/5]] for long range direct fire combat. These are backed up for long ranges with a single [[LRM-20]] launcher. The LRM launcher is supported by a [[Narc Missile Beacon]] that can mark an enemy unit with a tracking beacon for increased missile accuracy. For close combat, the ''Hellbringer'' A has a single ER Medium Laser and two Machine Guns. This configuration also has an Active Probe for protection from ambushes by hidden units. BV (1.0) = 1,651
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* Alt. Config. A - The ''Hellbringer A'', though apparently a long-range configuration, does have some unusual equipment. A set of two [[Extended Range Large Laser|ER Large Laser]]s and an [[Ultra Autocannon/5|Ultra AC/5]] serve as primary weapons, and are supported by a [[LRM-20]] rack. The 'Mech also carries a [[Narc Missile Beacon]] to increase missile accuracy, probably intended for nearby fire-support units. At close ranges, the 'Mech can defend itself with an [[Extended Range Medium Laser|ER Medium Laser]] and also has two [[Machine Gun]]s and an [[Active Probe]] for point defense. BV (1.0) = 1,651
  
* Alt. Config. B - Capable of engaging at long and short ranges, the B configuration of the ''Hellbringer'' carries a potent [[Gauss Rifle]] backed up by an [[LB 5-X Autocannon]] which is capable of firing solid rounds to support the Gauss Rifle in doing raw damage or can fire cluster rounds that can ferret their way into breaches already opened by the Gauss Rifle to cause internal damage. For close range combat, the ''Hellbringer'' B has an [[ER Small Laser]] backed up by two [[SRM-6]] launchers linked to an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system for increased missile accuracy. BV (1.0) = 1,454
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* Alt. Config. B - With a high damage profile at long and short range, the ''Hellbringer B'' does not utilize energy weapons as much, and so has few issues with heat buildup. A powerful [[Gauss Rifle]] and [[LB 5-X Autocannon|LB 5-X AC]] allow the 'Mech to ravage both armor and criticals, with the Gauss Rifle's powerful slug and the LB 5-X's fragmenting shot. At closer ranges, the 'Mech has two [[SRM-6]] racks slaved to [[Artemis IV FCS|Artemis IV]] fire control systems for greater accuracy, with an [[Extended Range Small Laser|ER Small Laser]] as a backup weapon. BV (1.0) = 1,454
  
* Alt. Config. C - Configured as a powerful close combat 'Mech, the ''Hellbringer'' C has a single ER Large Laser as it's only dedicated long range weapon. The ''Hellbringer'' C also has an [[ATM-6]] launcher that can fire long, medium, and short range missiles that become more destructive in their shorter range modes. Also for close combat, the ''Hellbringer'' C has two ER Medium Lasers, an ER Small Laser, and finally, as its knockout weapon, an [[LB 20-X Autocannon]] that can fire massively destructive solid rounds or fragmenting rounds that act as a 'Mech sized shotgun shell capable of seeking out weak points in an enemy's armor. BV (1.0) = 1,698
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* Alt. Config. C - A powerful brawler, the ''Hellbringer C'''s only long-range weapon is an [[Extended Range Large Laser|ER Large Laser]]. The 'Mech also makes use of the recently developed [[ATM-6]] launcher, which can perform similarly to LRMs, MRMs or SRMs, depending on the ammunition loaded. The ''Hellbringer C'' carries a devastating [[LB 20-X Autocannon|LB 20-X AC]] as it's knockout weapon, able to quickly shred through armor with slug ammo or damage internal components extensively with a fragmenting cluster shot. A pair of [[Extended Range Medium Laser||ER Medium Laser]]s and a [[Extended Range Small Laser|ER Small Laser]] act as backup weapons. BV (1.0) = 1,698
 
 
* Alt. Config. H - The H configuration of the ''Hellbringer'' is armed with an ER PPC and an Ultra Autocannon/5 for long range direct fire capabilities. The H configuration also carries an [[LRM-15]] launcher for long range indirect fire. For close range combat, the ''Hellbringer'' H has a [[Heavy Large Laser]] backed up by four [[Heavy Small Laser]]s. Finally, the 'Mech has two Anti-Personnel Pods to defend against infantry, and an Active Probe to protect itself from ambushes. BV (1.0) = 1,492
 
  
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* Alt. Config. H - The ''Hellbringer H'' utilizes new Heavy Laser technology for it's short-range arsenal. The long-range weapons of the 'Mech resemble those of the A configuration: the [[Ultra Autocannon/5|Ultra AC/5]] is retained, though the [[Extended Range Large Laser|ER Large Laser]] is upgraded to an [[Extended Range Particle Projector Cannon|ER PPC]] and the [[LRM-20]] is downgraded to a [[LRM-15]]. For close range combat, the 'Mech has a powerful [[Heavy Large Laser]] and an array of four [[Heavy Small Laser]]s. The defensive equipment is the same as the A configuration, two [[Machine Gun]]s, two [[Anti-Personnel Pod]]s and an [[Active Probe]].
 
==References==
 
==References==
 
*[[Record Sheets: 3050]]
 
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Revision as of 21:22, 26 November 2007

Hellbringer (Loki)
Hellbringer
Production information
Manufacturer Unknown
Model Loki
Class Heavy
Technical specifications
Mass 65 tons
Chassis Standard
Armor Standard
Engine 325 XL
Speed 86.4 km/h
Armament

Primary Configuration

BV (1.0) 2,178


Description

The Hellbringer is often deployed by Clan Jade Falcon, which favors the design for it's immense offensive potential. Earning the codename Loki by a minor AFFC officer, who declared each of the Hellbringer's various versions as an "utterly mad configuration", the 'Mech does at first glance appear to be highly unusual, mounting a spread of weapons, anti-personnel equipment and electronics. The Hellbringer utilizes a standard internal structure, and has decent mobility, with a top speed of 86.4 km/h. Though it has vast firepower at it's disposal, the design is not particularly durable, mounting a mere eight tons of Standard armor, and the Hellbringer is not particularly suitable for defensive situations or extended engagements.

Armament

Though the sheer amount of equipment is greatly confusing, comparing the 'Mech to those at the time of the Exodus, the Hellbringer Prime bears similarities in design and appearance to the classic Warhammer. The primary weapons are indeed a pair of ER PPCs. As the Hellbringer draws closer to it's target, it can bring it's smaller and less heat-intensive short-range weapons to bear on the target, with three ER Medium Lasers and a Streak SRM-6 missile rack. The 'Mech is more than capable of handling infantry, with a pair of Machine Guns and two Anti-Personnel Pods on each leg. An advanced Targeting Computer gives the energy weapons lethal accuracy, and an Active Probe and ECM Suite help to minimize any tactical advantage the enemy may have. To help increase battle longetivity, the Hellbringer also carries an Anti-Missile System.

Alternate Configurations

  • Alt. Config. A - The Hellbringer A, though apparently a long-range configuration, does have some unusual equipment. A set of two ER Large Lasers and an Ultra AC/5 serve as primary weapons, and are supported by a LRM-20 rack. The 'Mech also carries a Narc Missile Beacon to increase missile accuracy, probably intended for nearby fire-support units. At close ranges, the 'Mech can defend itself with an ER Medium Laser and also has two Machine Guns and an Active Probe for point defense. BV (1.0) = 1,651
  • Alt. Config. B - With a high damage profile at long and short range, the Hellbringer B does not utilize energy weapons as much, and so has few issues with heat buildup. A powerful Gauss Rifle and LB 5-X AC allow the 'Mech to ravage both armor and criticals, with the Gauss Rifle's powerful slug and the LB 5-X's fragmenting shot. At closer ranges, the 'Mech has two SRM-6 racks slaved to Artemis IV fire control systems for greater accuracy, with an ER Small Laser as a backup weapon. BV (1.0) = 1,454
  • Alt. Config. C - A powerful brawler, the Hellbringer C's only long-range weapon is an ER Large Laser. The 'Mech also makes use of the recently developed ATM-6 launcher, which can perform similarly to LRMs, MRMs or SRMs, depending on the ammunition loaded. The Hellbringer C carries a devastating LB 20-X AC as it's knockout weapon, able to quickly shred through armor with slug ammo or damage internal components extensively with a fragmenting cluster shot. A pair of |ER Medium Lasers and a ER Small Laser act as backup weapons. BV (1.0) = 1,698

References