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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image= | + | |image = Hitotsume Kozo TRO3145DC.jpg |
| − | |name=Hitotsume Kozo | + | |name = ''Hitotsume Kozo'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Luthien Armor Works]] | + | |manufacturer = [[Luthien Armor Works]] |
|production year = 3136 | |production year = 3136 | ||
| − | |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6412/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | |year reference =<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6412/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |model= | + | |model = HKZ-1F |
| − | | | + | |mass = 55 |
| − | | | + | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |
| − | |chassis=Luthien Class 52 [[ | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |armor=[[ | + | |cost = 13,372,315 [[C-bill]]s |
| − | |engine=[[ | + | |chassis = [[Luthien Class 52]] [[endo steel]] |
| − | |comsys=[[Sipher CommSys 4]] | + | |armor = [[New Samarkand Teppeki Hardened]] |
| − | |T&T=[[Neko Megane 7]] | + | |engine = [[Hermes 330 XL]] |
| − | |heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat | + | |comsys = [[Sipher CommSys 4]] |
| − | |speed=86 | + | |T&T = [[Neko Megane 7]] |
| − | |jumpjets=[[Icarus 81]] | + | |heat sinks = 12 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] |
| − | |armament= | + | |speed = 86.4 |
| − | *1x [[ | + | |speed with TSM = 108 |
| − | *2x [[ER | + | |jumpjets = [[Icarus 81]] |
| − | *1x [[ | + | |armament = |
| − | |BV (1.0)= | + | * 1x [[heavy PPC]] |
| − | |BV (2.0)= 1,967<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine'', pp 41 | + | * 2x [[ER medium laser]] |
| − | }} | + | * 1x [[hatchet]] |
| + | |BV (1.0) = N/A | ||
| + | |BV (2.0) = 1,967<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine'', pp. 41, 99: Hitotsume Kozo - BV2</ref><br>1,998<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 154</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6412/hitotsume-kozo-hkz-1f Battle Value of the Hitotsume Kozo and introduction year.]</ref> | ||
| + | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Built by [[Luthien Armor Works]] of [[New Samarkand]], the '''''Hitotsume Kozo''''' is a medium [[BattleMech]] designed to serve in the [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]]. Introduced in the 3130s, this 'Mech's creation was partially influenced by an unofficial cultural rebirth. Keeping this in mind, LAW styled the appearance of the ''Hitotsume Kozo'' after the ancient Japanese [[w:Bushido| | + | Built by [[Luthien Armor Works]] of [[New Samarkand]], the '''''Hitotsume Kozo''''' is a medium [[BattleMech]] designed to serve in the [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]]. Introduced in the 3130s, this 'Mech's creation was partially influenced by an unofficial cultural rebirth. Keeping this in mind, LAW styled the appearance of the ''Hitotsume Kozo'' after the ancient Japanese ''[[w:Bushido|bushido]]'' armor worn by the samurai warriors during that time period on [[Terra]]. |
| − | When it first appeared, the 'Mech was not favored by front-line troops due its advanced features and high heat output, so production runs of the design were transferred to less-favored combat units, such as [[Ghost Regiments]]. However, these less fickle warriors adapted to the design's quirks and turned it into an effective combat unit.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine'', pp. | + | When it first appeared, the 'Mech was not favored by front-line troops due its advanced features and high heat output, so production runs of the design were transferred to less-favored combat units, such as [[Ghost Regiments]]. However, these less fickle warriors adapted to the design's quirks and turned it into an effective combat unit.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine'', pp. 40–41</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Hitotsume Kozo' | + | The ''Hitotsume Kozo''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s main weapon is its shoulder-mounted [[Heavy_PPC#Lord.27s_Light_3|Lord’s Light 3]] [[heavy PPC]], backed up by a pair of [[Diverse Optics Type 20X]] [[ER medium laser]]s mounted in its left arm. For melee combat, the 'Mech has a [[hatchet]] in the right arm, which has been stylized to appear to be an ancient Japanese double-ended sickle. |
| − | The 'Mech is powered by a 330 | + | The 'Mech is powered by a [[Hermes 330 XL]] [[extralight engine]], which gives it enough power to overcome the slight reduction in mobility caused by its 14.5 tons of [[hardened armor]]. This heavy armor becomes even less of an issue once the 'Mech's [[Triple Strength Myomer]] is activated, as the enhanced musculature boosts the ''Hitotsume Kozo''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s speed and melee lethality. A new [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] assigned to it must careful; they must keep one eye on the 'Mech's heat levels, which is managed by only 12 [[double heat sink]]s. For tactical movement, the ''Hitotsume Kozo'' has four [[Icarus 81]] standard [[jump jet]]s.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine'', pp. 40–41, 99</ref> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; | + | *; HKZ-1P : This variant of the 'Mech swaps out its 330-rated [[XL engine]] for a smaller engine, reducing its speed to 79 km/h while still retaining the same amount of [[hardened armor]]. For its weaponry, the [[hatchet]] is retained, but in place of the heavy PPC is a [[UAC/10]] with two tons of ammunition. The 'Mech's secondary weapons were also changed out for a pair of short-ranged [[medium pulse laser]]s, and also drops the amount of double heat sinks to 10. BV (2.0) = 1,611<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine'', pp. 40, 100</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 155</ref> |
===Custom Variants=== | ===Custom Variants=== | ||
| − | *; HKZ-1FM | + | *; HKZ-1FM ''Hitotsume Kozo Mulan'' : Debuted in [[3139]] on the [[King of the Mountain]] Arena and piloted by [[Ming-Na Salonga]], this variant replaces its [[hatchet]] for a [[Vibroblade #BattleMech|large vibroblade]] made to resemble a ''katana''. The original [[hardened armor]] is replaced with conventional [[standard armor]], making the 'Mech faster and more agile. Otherwise, the ''Mulan'' keeps to the original design. BV (2.0) = 1,772.<ref name="Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy">''Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy'', p. 15: "HKZ-1FM Hitotsume Kozo ''Mulan''"</ref> |
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| + | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| + | The ''Hitotsume Kozo'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]: | ||
| + | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] | ||
| + | * [[Stable]] | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | *The 'Mech takes its name from the [[w:Hitotsume_Kozo|yōkai | + | * The 'Mech takes its name from the ''[[w:Hitotsume_Kozo|yōkai Hitotsume-kozō]]'', which is translated as "bald child with one eye" or as a "One-Eye Dwarf". |
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| − | * | + | * The ''Hitotsume Kozo'' first appeared as part of [[WizKids]]' [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures]] game as part of its Firepower expansion set. It was later adapted by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] once it advanced the timeline to [[3145]]. |
| − | == | + | ==Errata== |
| − | The ''Hitotsume Kozo'' | + | * The 'Mech's 1F variant battle value from the Record Sheets is different from the one listed in the Master Unit List website. The ''Hitotsume Kozo'' is listed having a battle value of 1,998. |
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==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | + | Hitotsume Kozo TRO3145DC.jpg|''Hitotsume Kozo'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine|TRO:3145DC]]'' | |
| + | Mechhitotsunekozo-p.jpg|WizKids' MWDA Figure of the ''Hitotsume Kozo'' | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
* ''[[Dragon Rising]]'' | * ''[[Dragon Rising]]'' | ||
| − | * ''[[ | + | * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy]]'' |
| + | * ''[[MechWarrior: Age of Destruction]]'' | ||
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine]]'' | ||
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[[Category:55 ton BattleMechs]] | [[Category:55 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Draconis_Combine_BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Draconis_Combine_BattleMechs]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 10:04, 5 March 2024
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| Hitotsume Kozo | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Luthien Armor Works |
| Production Year | 3136[1] |
| Model | HKZ-1F |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 13,372,315 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | Luthien Class 52 endo steel |
| Armor | New Samarkand Teppeki Hardened |
| Engine | Hermes 330 XL |
| Communications System | Sipher CommSys 4 |
| Targeting Tracking System | Neko Megane 7 |
| Heat Sinks | 12 double |
| Speed | 86.4 km/h (108 km/h with TSM) |
| Jump Jets | Icarus 81 |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | N/A |
| BV (2.0) | 1,967[2] 1,998[3][4] |
Contents
Description[edit]
Built by Luthien Armor Works of New Samarkand, the Hitotsume Kozo is a medium BattleMech designed to serve in the Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery. Introduced in the 3130s, this 'Mech's creation was partially influenced by an unofficial cultural rebirth. Keeping this in mind, LAW styled the appearance of the Hitotsume Kozo after the ancient Japanese bushido armor worn by the samurai warriors during that time period on Terra.
When it first appeared, the 'Mech was not favored by front-line troops due its advanced features and high heat output, so production runs of the design were transferred to less-favored combat units, such as Ghost Regiments. However, these less fickle warriors adapted to the design's quirks and turned it into an effective combat unit.[5]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Hitotsume Kozo's main weapon is its shoulder-mounted Lord’s Light 3 heavy PPC, backed up by a pair of Diverse Optics Type 20X ER medium lasers mounted in its left arm. For melee combat, the 'Mech has a hatchet in the right arm, which has been stylized to appear to be an ancient Japanese double-ended sickle.
The 'Mech is powered by a Hermes 330 XL extralight engine, which gives it enough power to overcome the slight reduction in mobility caused by its 14.5 tons of hardened armor. This heavy armor becomes even less of an issue once the 'Mech's Triple Strength Myomer is activated, as the enhanced musculature boosts the Hitotsume Kozo's speed and melee lethality. A new MechWarrior assigned to it must careful; they must keep one eye on the 'Mech's heat levels, which is managed by only 12 double heat sinks. For tactical movement, the Hitotsume Kozo has four Icarus 81 standard jump jets.[6]
Variants[edit]
- HKZ-1P
- This variant of the 'Mech swaps out its 330-rated XL engine for a smaller engine, reducing its speed to 79 km/h while still retaining the same amount of hardened armor. For its weaponry, the hatchet is retained, but in place of the heavy PPC is a UAC/10 with two tons of ammunition. The 'Mech's secondary weapons were also changed out for a pair of short-ranged medium pulse lasers, and also drops the amount of double heat sinks to 10. BV (2.0) = 1,611[7][8]
Custom Variants[edit]
- HKZ-1FM Hitotsume Kozo Mulan
- Debuted in 3139 on the King of the Mountain Arena and piloted by Ming-Na Salonga, this variant replaces its hatchet for a large vibroblade made to resemble a katana. The original hardened armor is replaced with conventional standard armor, making the 'Mech faster and more agile. Otherwise, the Mulan keeps to the original design. BV (2.0) = 1,772.[9]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Hitotsume Kozo is subject to the following Design Quirks:
Notes[edit]
- The 'Mech takes its name from the yōkai Hitotsume-kozō, which is translated as "bald child with one eye" or as a "One-Eye Dwarf".
- The Hitotsume Kozo first appeared as part of WizKids' MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures game as part of its Firepower expansion set. It was later adapted by Catalyst Game Labs once it advanced the timeline to 3145.
Errata[edit]
- The 'Mech's 1F variant battle value from the Record Sheets is different from the one listed in the Master Unit List website. The Hitotsume Kozo is listed having a battle value of 1,998.
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Hitotsume Kozo
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine, pp. 41, 99: Hitotsume Kozo - BV2
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 154
- ↑ Battle Value of the Hitotsume Kozo and introduction year.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine, pp. 40–41
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine, pp. 40–41, 99
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine, pp. 40, 100
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 155
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy, p. 15: "HKZ-1FM Hitotsume Kozo Mulan"
Gallery[edit]
Hitotsume Kozo from TRO:3145DC
WizKids' MWDA Figure of the Hitotsume Kozo
