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−	{{Otheruses|the 60-ton BattleMech|other uses|Merlin}}
	{{InfoBoxBattleMech		{{InfoBoxBattleMech
−	| image = Merlin RGilClan v26.jpg	+	|image=Merlin.jpg
−	| name = ''Merlin''	+	|name=Merlin
−	| manufacturer =	+	|manufacturer=
−	[[Alliance Defenders Limited]]<ref name=TRSWp112f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 112–113: "MLN-1A Merlin"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U -->	+	[[Mountain Wolf BattleMechs]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>,<br/>
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−	[[Mountain Wolf BattleMechs]]<ref name=TRSWp112f/><ref name=RGiCvol26p7/>
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	[[Sabanillas Mining Company]]		[[Sabanillas Mining Company]]
−	----	+	| production year=3010
−	[[Vandenberg Mechanized Industries]]<ref name=RGiCvol26p7>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 26'', p. 7</ref>	+	| year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2177/merlin-mln-1a/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
−	| production year = 3010	+	|model=MLN-1A
−	| year reference = <ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2177/merlin-mln-1a/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>	+	|cost= 4,911,200 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/>
−	| model = MLN-1A<ref name=TRSWp112f />	+	|Tech Base=Inner Sphere
−	| cost = 4,911,200 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/>	+	|mech type=BattleMech
−	| Tech Base = Inner Sphere	+	|mass=60
−	| mech type = BattleMech	+	|chassis=[[Heavy Star QAT-4]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	| mass = 60	+	|armor=[[Longanecker PlastiSteel]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	| chassis = [[Heavy Star QAT-4]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp112f /> -->	+	|engine=[[Pitban 240]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	| armor = [[Longanecker PlastiSteel]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp112f /> -->	+	|comsys=[[Magestrix Alpha]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	| engine = [[Pitban 240]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp112f /> -->	+	|T&T=[[Magestrix Gamma]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	| comsys = [[Magestrix Alpha]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp112f /> -->	+	|heat sinks=18<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	| T&T = [[Magestrix Gamma]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp112f /> -->	+	|speed=65<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	| heat sinks = 18 [[Heat Sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp112f /> -->	+	|jumpjets=[[Pitban LFT-50]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	| speed = 64 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp112f /> -->	+	|armament=
−	| jumpjets = [[Pitban LFT 50]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp112f /> -->	+	*1x [[PPC]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	| armament = <!-- <ref name=TRSWp112f /> -->	+	*2x [[Medium Laser]]s<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	* 1x [[PPC]]	+	*1x [[LRM-5]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	* 2x [[medium laser]]	+	*1x [[Machine Gun]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	*1x [[LRM-5]]	+	*1x [[Flamer]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
−	*1x [[machine gun]]	+	|BV (1.0)=1,039<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+">''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 142-143, "MLN-1A Merlin"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 256</ref>
−	*1x [[flamer]]	+	|BV (2.0)=1,217<ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 264</ref>
−	|BV (1.0)=1,039<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+">''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 142–143: "MLN-1A Merlin"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 256</ref>
−	|BV (2.0)=1,217<ref name=TRSWp112f /><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 264</ref>
	}}		}}
	== Description ==		== Description ==
−	The '''''Merlin''''' debuted in [[Introduction Year::3010]] as a product of the rebuilt [[Mountain Wolf BattleMechs]]. The ''Merlin'' was hailed as a technological marvel at the time of its release, as it was the first completely new design to be developed in over 100 years. What made this 'Mech even more remarkable was the state of the company at the time of its development.	+	The '''''Merlin''''' debuted in [[Introduction Year::3010]] as a product of the rebuilt [[Mountain Wolf BattleMechs]]. The ''Merlin'' was hailed as a technological marvel at the time it was released, as it was the first completely new design to be developed in over 100 years. The ''Merlin'' uses components that are all reliable and readily available, making the ''Merlin'' a durable and easy-to-repair 'Mech. The 'Mech is powered by a Pitban 240 [[fusion engine]] that gives it a top speed of 64.8 km/h. The ''Merlin'' carries ten and a half tons of armor, which is a respectable amount of protection for its weight. Additionally, the ''Merlin'' carries eighteen [[heat sink]]s to handle its heavy heat load.<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
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−	Indeed, the ''Merlin'' became the salvation of Mountain Wolf BattleMechs. For centuries, the company was barely a name among 'Mech manufacturers and had been without any production facilities following the destruction of its [[Vendrell]] plant in [[2945]]. Two members of the company designed a new 'Mech based on [[3010]] technology with parts and components commonly produced across the Inner Sphere.
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−	The design, however, was rejected by Mountain Wolf's CEO, [[Michael O'Leary]], despite his focused efforts towards company survival. After his death, his son, [[Brandon O'Leary]], succeeded him as CEO, and upon sealing a deal with Outworlds Alliance President [[Ronaine Avellar]], ''Merlin'' production began at the [[Alpheratz]] plant. The new 'Mech was so successful that it not only saved the company but was soon produced in a new factory built on Vendrell.<ref>''Seal The Deal'' in ''Shrapnel'', issue #11, pp. 213–218</ref>
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−	The ''Merlin'' became so popular that a member of [[House Avellar]] bought one for his niece, [[Rowan Avellar]], in [[3029]]. Even in that year, however, the 'Mech was very rarely seen among Inner Sphere House units. In contrast, it became more prolific among [[mercenary]] groups, as it was cheap to buy and capable of serving multiple roles. [[Wolverton's Highlanders]] were noted for having the largest concentration of ''Merlins'' in a mercenary inventory.<ref>''There's No We in Mercenary'', p. 125</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 120</ref>
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−	==Characteristics==
−	The ''Merlin'' uses components that are all reliable and readily available, making it both durable and easy-to-repair. Limited production seems the only obstacle preventing it from becoming ubiquitous. The 'Mech is powered by a Pitban 240 [[fusion engine]] that gives it a top speed of 64.8 km/h. The ''Merlin'' carries ten and a half tons of armor, which is a respectable amount of protection for its weight. Additionally, the ''Merlin'' carries eighteen [[heat sink]]s to handle its heavy heat load.<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
	== Weapons and Equipment ==		== Weapons and Equipment ==
−	The ''Merlin'' is armed to be able to engage an enemy at any range. For long range combat, the 'Mech carries a [[Magna Hellstar]] [[PPC]] and a Holly [[LRM-5]] launcher. To protect itself at medium to short ranges, a pair of [[Martell Model 5]] [[medium laser]]s provide the ''Merlin'' with respectable short range firepower. Finally, to protect the 'Mech against infantry attacks, the ''Merlin'' has a [[Zippo]] [[Flamer]] and a [[Sperry Browning]] [[Machine Gun]]. Four Pitban LFT-50 series jump jets allow the 'Mech to travel up to 120 meters in the air.<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>	+	The ''Merlin'' is armed to be able to engage an enemy at any range. For long range combat, the 'Mech carries a [[Magna Hellstar]] [[PPC]] and a Holly [[LRM-5]] launcher. To protect itself at medium to short ranges, a pair of [[Martell Model 5]] [[Medium Laser]]s provide the ''Merlin'' with respectable short range firepower. Finally, to protect the 'Mech against infantry attacks, the ''Merlin'' has a [[Zippo]] [[Flamer]] and a [[Sperry Browning]] [[Machine Gun]].<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>
	== Variants ==		== Variants ==
−	*; MLN-1B : The 1B variant introduced in [[Introduction Year::3053]]<ref name="MUL2"/> removes the [[Machine Gun]] and its ammunition and replaces them with an additional [[heat sink]] to help handle the ''Merlin''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s heat load.<ref name=TRSWp112f /> BV (1.0) = 1,060;<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 136</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 257</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,228<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 265</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2178/merlin-mln-1b/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-1B variant]''</ref>	+	*;MLN-1B : The 1B variant introduced in [[Introduction Year::3053]]<ref name="MUL2"/> removes the [[Machine Gun]] and its ammunition and replaces them with an additional [[heat sink]] to help handle the ''Merlin'''s heat load. BV (1.0) = 1,060<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 136</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 257</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,228<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 265</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2178/merlin-mln-1b/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-1B variant]''</ref>
−	*; MLN-1C : This field upgrade to the 1B developed by [[Lushann Industries]] in [[Introduction Year::3068]]<ref name="MUL3"/> replaces the medium lasers with [[ER medium laser]]s.<ref name=TRSWp112f /> BV (1.0) = 1,051;<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 258</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,267<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 266</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2180/merlin-mln-1c/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-1C variant]''</ref>	+	*;MLN-1C : This upgrade developed in [[Introduction Year::3068]]<ref name="MUL3"/> to the 1B replaces the Medium Lasers with [[ER Medium Laser]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,051<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 258</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,267<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 266</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2180/merlin-mln-1c/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-1C variant]''</ref>
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−	*; MLN-1D : This version of the Merlin keeps the generalist approach of prior models by only upgrading a few systems. Each arm mounted medium laser has been replaced by a [[Light PPC]] increasing the ''Merlin''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s long range punch while also hindering it up close. The original machine gun has been replaced with a [[Heavy Machine Gun]] and a half ton of ammunition. [[CASE]] in the left torso protects both the HMG and LRM ammunition. Thirteen double heat sinks do a good job of keeping the 'Mech cool.  BV (2.0) = 1,370<ref name=RGiCvol26p7 />
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−	*; MLN-1E : A subvariant of sorts of the MLN-1D this variant drops the Heavy Machine Gun and one heat sink to replace the LRM with an [[MML-5]] and two tons of ammunition protected by [[CASE II]]. BV (2.0) = 1,369<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 26'', p. 24</ref>
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−	*; MLN-1P : This Merlin variant is a deadly infighter. Only the flamer and LRM-5 remain from its original armament. Each arm now holds a [[Medium Variable Speed Pulse Laser]] and the right torso now contains a [[Large Variable Speed Pulse Laser]]. These highly accurate lasers give this Merlin a devastating damage capacity up close. [[Heavy Ferro-Fibrous]] armor covers this variant and thirteen double heat sinks can struggle to keep this variant cool. BV (2.0) = 1,182<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 26'', p. 25</ref>
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−	*; Merlin C : This Clan Snow Raven variant completely rebuilds the 'Mech with Clan technology. Survivability of this variant is improved through the use of [[Ferro-Lamellor]] armor. The traditional torso-mounted PPC is now a Clan grade [[ER PPC]]. Both arm mounted medium lasers have been replaced by [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]]s. A [[Heavy Machine Gun]] sits in the left torso alongside the traditional [[Flamer]]. A [[Streak LRM-5]] resides in the right torso. Eighteen Clan double heat sinks keep this design cool in most situations. BV (2.0) = 1,870<ref name=RGiCvol26p7 />
	=== Custom Variants ===		=== Custom Variants ===
−	*; MLN-1B ''Merlin'' Porter : A uniquely customized ''Merlin'' introduced in [[Introduction Year::3064]],<ref name="MUL4"/> which was created by a tech named Porter Romero on [[Armington]]. He salvaged the 'Mech from a pirate raid during the 3060s. Using a wrecked militia [[Bulldog]] for parts, he replaced the ruined PPC and LRM-5 with the tank's [[Large Laser]] and [[SRM 4|SRM 4 Launcher]] as well as adding additional armor. BV (1.0) = 909<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'', p. 8: Merlin ''Porter'' - Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website</ref><ref name="MUL4">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2179/merlin-mln-1b-porter/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-1B (Porter) variant]''</ref>	+	*;MLN-1B ''Merlin'' Porter : A uniquely customized ''Merlin'' introduced in [[Introduction Year::3064]]<ref name="MUL4"/>, which was created by a tech named Porter Romero on the world [[Armington]]. He salvaged the 'Mech from a pirate raid during the 3060s. Using a wrecked militia [[Bulldog]] for parts, he replaced the ruined PPC and LRM-5 with the tank's [[Large Laser]] and [[SRM 4|SRM 4 Launcher]] as well as adding additional armor. BV (1.0) = 909<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 8 - Merlin ''Porter'' - Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref><ref name="MUL4">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2179/merlin-mln-1b-porter/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-1B (Porter) variant]''</ref>
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−	*; MLN-SX : An [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] variant of the ''Merlin'' which was created by the [[FedSun|FedSuns']] [[Sabanillas Mining Company]] and developed in [[Introduction Year::3075]].<ref name="MUL5"/> Created by retired FedSun [[Major]] [[Caleb Gruber]], he used his company to produce three of these modified ''Merlin''s. Gruber had the ''Merlin''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s internal structured strengthened by installing [[Endo-Composite|Endo-Composite Internal Structure]] and switching out the Standard Pitban Fusion Engine for a [[Light Fusion Engine|lighter]] version. He then added five tons of [[Armored Components|Armored Shielding]] to protect the 'Mech's engine and side torsos. Gruber then exchanged the original 1A's medium lasers for Blakist tech [[Medium VSP Laser|Medium VSP Lasers]]. He then added ancient or [[Retrotech]] [[Laser Insulator|Laser Insulators]] to help cool down the VSP lasers. Lastly, he exchanged the old PPC for a [[Bombast Laser]]. The MLN-SX also sports 14 [[Double heat sinks]]. BV (2.0) = 1,181<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks'', pp. 4, 17: MLN-SX Merlin - Experimental Prototype Merlin</ref><ref name="MUL5">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2181/merlin-mln-sx/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-SX variant]''</ref>
−	==Design Quirks==	+	*;MLN-SX : An [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] variant of the ''Merlin'' which was created by the [[FedSun|FedSuns']] [[Sabanillas Mining Company]] and developed in [[Introduction Year::3075]]<ref name="MUL5"/>. Created by retired FedSun [[Major]] [[Caleb Gruber]], he used his company to produce three of these modified ''Merlin''s. Gruber had the ''Merlin's'' internal structured strengthened by installing [[Endo Composite|Endo-Composite Internal Structure]] and switching out the Standard Pitban Fusion Engine for a [[Light Fusion Engine|Lighter]] version. He then added five tons of [[Armored Components|Armored Shielding]] to protect the 'Mech's engine and side torsos. Gruber then exchanged the original 1A's Medium Lasers for Blakist tech [[Medium VSP Laser|Medium VSP Lasers]]. He then added ancient or [[Retrotech]] [[Laser Insulator|Laser Insulators]] to help cool down the VSP lasers. Lastly, he exchanged the old PPC for a [[Bombast Laser]]. The MLN-SX also sports 14 [[Double heat sinks]]. BV (2.0) = 1,181<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks'' p. 4, 17 - MLN-SX Merlin - Experimental Prototype Merlin.</ref><ref name="MUL5">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2181/merlin-mln-sx/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-SX variant]''</ref>
−	The ''Merlin'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93: BattleMech Quirk Table - Merlin Entry</ref>
−	* [[Easy to Maintain]]
−	* [[Rugged]] (1)
	== Notes ==		== Notes ==
−	* The ''Merlin'' was the first sample 'Mech used to demonstrate the 'Mech construction rules with the ''[[Battledroids]]'' rulebook, where it appears in a slightly different configuration owing to slightly different construction rules. Like the ''[[Chameleon]]'', it was largely overlooked until it finally received a proper entry in ''Technical Readout: 3058''.	+	* The ''Merlin'' was the sample 'Mech used to demonstrate the 'Mech construction rules ever since the first [[Battledroids]] rulebook, where it appears in a slightly different configuration owing to slightly different construction rules. Like the ''[[Chameleon]]'' it was largely overlooked until it finally received a proper [[Technical Readout]] entry in ''Technical Readout: 3058''.
	==Gallery ==		==Gallery ==
	<gallery>		<gallery>
−	Merlin.jpg|Original ''Merlin'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]''	+	File:Merlin.jpg|Original ''Merlin'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]''
−	MLN-SX Merlin.jpg|Experimental MLN-SX ''Merlin'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks|XTRO:Boondocks]]''	+	Image:MLN-SX Merlin.jpg|Experimental MLN-SX ''Merlin'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks|XTRO:Boondocks]]''
−	Merlin RGilClan v26.jpg|Merlin from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 26|RG ilClan: vol. 26]]''
	</gallery>		</gallery>
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	== Bibliography ==		== Bibliography ==
−	<div class="desktop-3-col">
	* ''[[Battledroids]]''		* ''[[Battledroids]]''
	* ''[[BattleTech, 2nd Edition]]''		* ''[[BattleTech, 2nd Edition]]''
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	* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks]]''		* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks]]''
	* ''[[Master Unit List]]''		* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
−	* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 26]]''
	* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''		* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
	* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''		* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''
	* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)]]''		* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)]]''
	* ''[[Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs]]''		* ''[[Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs]]''
−	* ''[[Seal the Deal]]'' (short story)
	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]''		* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]''
	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]''		* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]''
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=Merlin.jpg |name=Merlin |manufacturer= [[Mountain Wolf BattleMechs]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/>,<br/> ---- [[Sabanillas Mining Company]] | production year=3010 | year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2177/merlin-mln-1a/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |model=MLN-1A |cost= 4,911,200 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/> |Tech Base=Inner Sphere |mech type=BattleMech |mass=60 |chassis=[[Heavy Star QAT-4]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> |armor=[[Longanecker PlastiSteel]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> |engine=[[Pitban 240]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> |comsys=[[Magestrix Alpha]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> |T&T=[[Magestrix Gamma]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> |heat sinks=18<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> |speed=65<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> |jumpjets=[[Pitban LFT-50]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> |armament= *1x [[PPC]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> *2x [[Medium Laser]]s<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> *1x [[LRM-5]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> *1x [[Machine Gun]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> *1x [[Flamer]]<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> |BV (1.0)=1,039<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+">''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 142-143, "MLN-1A Merlin"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 256</ref> |BV (2.0)=1,217<ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 264</ref> }} == Description == The '''''Merlin''''' debuted in [[Introduction Year::3010]] as a product of the rebuilt [[Mountain Wolf BattleMechs]]. The ''Merlin'' was hailed as a technological marvel at the time it was released, as it was the first completely new design to be developed in over 100 years. The ''Merlin'' uses components that are all reliable and readily available, making the ''Merlin'' a durable and easy-to-repair 'Mech. The 'Mech is powered by a Pitban 240 [[fusion engine]] that gives it a top speed of 64.8 km/h. The ''Merlin'' carries ten and a half tons of armor, which is a respectable amount of protection for its weight. Additionally, the ''Merlin'' carries eighteen [[heat sink]]s to handle its heavy heat load.<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> == Weapons and Equipment == The ''Merlin'' is armed to be able to engage an enemy at any range. For long range combat, the 'Mech carries a [[Magna Hellstar]] [[PPC]] and a Holly [[LRM-5]] launcher. To protect itself at medium to short ranges, a pair of [[Martell Model 5]] [[Medium Laser]]s provide the ''Merlin'' with respectable short range firepower. Finally, to protect the 'Mech against infantry attacks, the ''Merlin'' has a [[Zippo]] [[Flamer]] and a [[Sperry Browning]] [[Machine Gun]].<ref name="TRO:3058Up142+"/> == Variants == *;MLN-1B : The 1B variant introduced in [[Introduction Year::3053]]<ref name="MUL2"/> removes the [[Machine Gun]] and its ammunition and replaces them with an additional [[heat sink]] to help handle the ''Merlin'''s heat load. BV (1.0) = 1,060<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 136</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 257</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,228<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 265</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2178/merlin-mln-1b/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-1B variant]''</ref> *;MLN-1C : This upgrade developed in [[Introduction Year::3068]]<ref name="MUL3"/> to the 1B replaces the Medium Lasers with [[ER Medium Laser]]s. BV (1.0) = 1,051<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 258</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,267<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 266</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2180/merlin-mln-1c/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-1C variant]''</ref> === Custom Variants === *;MLN-1B ''Merlin'' Porter : A uniquely customized ''Merlin'' introduced in [[Introduction Year::3064]]<ref name="MUL4"/>, which was created by a tech named Porter Romero on the world [[Armington]]. He salvaged the 'Mech from a pirate raid during the 3060s. Using a wrecked militia [[Bulldog]] for parts, he replaced the ruined PPC and LRM-5 with the tank's [[Large Laser]] and [[SRM 4|SRM 4 Launcher]] as well as adding additional armor. BV (1.0) = 909<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 8 - Merlin ''Porter'' - Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref><ref name="MUL4">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2179/merlin-mln-1b-porter/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-1B (Porter) variant]''</ref> *;MLN-SX : An [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] variant of the ''Merlin'' which was created by the [[FedSun|FedSuns']] [[Sabanillas Mining Company]] and developed in [[Introduction Year::3075]]<ref name="MUL5"/>. Created by retired FedSun [[Major]] [[Caleb Gruber]], he used his company to produce three of these modified ''Merlin''s. Gruber had the ''Merlin's'' internal structured strengthened by installing [[Endo Composite|Endo-Composite Internal Structure]] and switching out the Standard Pitban Fusion Engine for a [[Light Fusion Engine|Lighter]] version. He then added five tons of [[Armored Components|Armored Shielding]] to protect the 'Mech's engine and side torsos. Gruber then exchanged the original 1A's Medium Lasers for Blakist tech [[Medium VSP Laser|Medium VSP Lasers]]. He then added ancient or [[Retrotech]] [[Laser Insulator|Laser Insulators]] to help cool down the VSP lasers. Lastly, he exchanged the old PPC for a [[Bombast Laser]]. The MLN-SX also sports 14 [[Double heat sinks]]. BV (2.0) = 1,181<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks'' p. 4, 17 - MLN-SX Merlin - Experimental Prototype Merlin.</ref><ref name="MUL5">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2181/merlin-mln-sx/ MUL online date for the Merlin MLN-SX variant]''</ref> == Notes == * The ''Merlin'' was the sample 'Mech used to demonstrate the 'Mech construction rules ever since the first [[Battledroids]] rulebook, where it appears in a slightly different configuration owing to slightly different construction rules. Like the ''[[Chameleon]]'' it was largely overlooked until it finally received a proper [[Technical Readout]] entry in ''Technical Readout: 3058''. ==Gallery == <gallery> File:Merlin.jpg|Original ''Merlin'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' Image:MLN-SX Merlin.jpg|Experimental MLN-SX ''Merlin'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks|XTRO:Boondocks]]'' </gallery> == References == <references /> == Bibliography == * ''[[Battledroids]]'' * ''[[BattleTech, 2nd Edition]]'' * ''[[BattleTech Manual: The Rules of Warfare]]'' * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks]]'' * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' [[Category:BattleMechs|Merlin (BattleMech)]] [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs|Merlin (BattleMech)]] [[Category:60 ton BattleMechs|Merlin (BattleMech)]] [[Category:Periphery General BattleMechs|Merlin (BattleMech)]] [[Category:Outworlds Alliance BattleMechs|Merlin (BattleMech)]]

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