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== Variants ==
 
== Variants ==
*; ''Morrigan'' 2 : This is an all energy weapon variant of the ''Morrigan'' designed in [[Introduction Year::3084]]<ref name="MUL2"/> for the [[Draconis Combine]]'s use. The [[ATM-3]]s are removed and switched out for a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s and [[small pulse laser]]s. A [[targeting computer]], additional [[double heat sink]]s and, additional armor round out the additional changes to this variant<ref name="TRO:3085p146+"/>. BV(2.0)=1,874<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 206</ref><ref name="MUL2">[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2229/morrigan-2/ MUL online entry for the Morrigan 2 variant]</ref>
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*; ''Morrigan'' 2 : This is an all energy weapon variant of the ''Morrigan'' designed in [[Introduction Year::3084]]<ref name="MUL2"/> for the [[Draconis Combine]]'s use. The [[ATM-3]]s are removed and switched out for a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s and [[small pulse laser]]s. A [[targeting computer]], additional [[double heat sink]]s and, additional armor round out the additional changes to this variant.<ref name="TRO:3085p146+"/> BV(2.0)=1,874<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 206</ref><ref name="MUL2">[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2229/morrigan-2/ MUL online entry for the Morrigan 2 variant]</ref>
  
*; ''Morrigan'' 3 : This variant is based on the first Combine variant developed in [[Introduction Year::3085]]<ref name="MUL3"/>. This trades the [[heavy large laser]] and [[targeting computer]] for an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[BattleMech taser]], but leaves the rest of the Combine version's weaponry intact<ref name="TRO:3085p146+"/>. BV (2.0)=1,390<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 207</ref><ref name="MUL3">[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2230/morrigan-3/ MUL online entry for the Morrigan 3 variant]</ref>
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*; ''Morrigan'' 3 : This variant is based on the first Combine variant developed in [[Introduction Year::3085]].<ref name="MUL3"/> This trades the [[heavy large laser]] and [[targeting computer]] for an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[BattleMech taser]], but leaves the rest of the Combine version's weaponry intact.<ref name="TRO:3085p146+"/> BV (2.0)=1,390<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 207</ref><ref name="MUL3">[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2230/morrigan-3/ MUL online entry for the Morrigan 3 variant]</ref>
  
*; ''Morrigan'' 4 : Introduced during the [[Dark Age]] in [[Introduction Year::3111]]<ref name="MUL4"/>, this variant uses five [[ER small laser]]s in each side torso to support a single [[TSEMP cannon]] in the right arm. BV (2.0) = 2,063<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 98</ref><ref name="MUL4">[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6927/morrigan-4/ MUL online entry for the Morrigan 4 variant]</ref>
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*; ''Morrigan'' 4 : Introduced during the [[Dark Age]] in [[Introduction Year::3111]],<ref name="MUL4"/> this variant uses five [[ER small laser]]s in each side torso to support a single [[TSEMP cannon]] in the right arm. BV (2.0) = 2,063<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 98</ref><ref name="MUL4">[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6927/morrigan-4/ MUL online entry for the Morrigan 4 variant]</ref>
  
*; ''Morrigan'' 5 : This variant was also introduced during the [[Dark Age]] in [[Introduction Year::3124]]<ref name="MUL5"/>, and is apparently designed for long range fire support. It carries a pair of [[Streak LRM-5]]s and a single [[ER PPC]] tied into a [[targeting computer]]. BV (2.0) = 1,904<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 99</ref><ref name="MUL5">[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6926/morrigan-5/ MUL online entry for the Morrigan 5 variant]</ref>
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*; ''Morrigan'' 5 : This variant was also introduced during the [[Dark Age]] in [[Introduction Year::3124]],<ref name="MUL5"/> and is apparently designed for long range fire support. It carries a pair of [[Streak LRM-5]]s and a single [[ER PPC]] tied into a [[targeting computer]]. BV (2.0) = 1,904<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 99</ref><ref name="MUL5">[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6926/morrigan-5/ MUL online entry for the Morrigan 5 variant]</ref>
  
 
==Design Quirks==
 
==Design Quirks==
The ''Morrigan'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93: BattleMech Quirk Table - Morrigan Entry.</ref>
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The ''Morrigan'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93: BattleMech Quirk Table - Morrigan Entry</ref>
 
* [[Stabilized Weapon|Stabilized Weapon (Heavy Large Laser)]]
 
* [[Stabilized Weapon|Stabilized Weapon (Heavy Large Laser)]]
 
* [[Weak Legs]]
 
* [[Weak Legs]]
  
== References ==
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==References==
 
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== Bibliography ==
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==Bibliography==
 
* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
 
* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition]]''

Revision as of 22:04, 14 November 2023

This article is about the 35-ton BattleMech. For the planetary system, see Morrigan (LC).
Morrigan (BattleMech)
Morrigan
Production information
Manufacturer Mualang Alpha[1]
Production Year 3083[2]
Model Standard
Class Light
Cost 6,584,130 C-bills[2]
Technical specifications
'Mech type Clan BattleMech
Mass 35 tons
Chassis NCIS Type L endo steel[1]
Armor Alpha Composite Ferro-Fibrous[1]
Engine Consolidated 280 XL[1]
Communications System Sipher CommSys 5[1]
Targeting Tracking System Cat's Eyes 7 with active probe[1]
Heat Sinks 10 double heat sinks[1]
Speed 129[1] km/h
Armament
BV (2.0) 1,523[1][2][3]


Description

The Morrigan is a light BattleMech that was developed by Clan Nova Cat just after the Jihad to meet their need for a new scout 'Mech. The Nova Cats received technical and material support from the Draconis Combine who had access to the design as well. Political wrangling among the Nova Cats and Draconis Combine kept the overall production numbers low however. The design was deployed as part of the Nova Cat's second line troops, and the Combine sent Morrigans to their elite units.[1]

For its role as a scout, the 'Mech is equipped with an active probe to search out hidden targets. Its 280-rated XL engine allows for the design to reach speeds up to 129 km/h, which helps make up for lack of jump jets. The Morrigan's hull is protected by five and a half tons of ferro-fibrous armor.[1]

Weapons and Equipment

The 'Mech's main weapon is its hard-hitting Model X heavy large laser, backed up by three ATM-3 launcher with three full tons of ammunition. With only 10 double heat sinks a MechWarrior must pay careful attention to keep from overheating the machine.[1] For its role as a scout, the 'Mech is equipped with an active probe to search out hidden targets.

Variants

Design Quirks

The Morrigan has the following Design Quirks:[12]

References

  1. 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 Technical Readout: 3085, pp. 146–147: "Morrigan"
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 MUL online entry for the Morrigan (BattleMech)
  3. Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition, p. 47
  4. 4.0 4.1 MUL online entry for the Morrigan 2 variant
  5. Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 206
  6. 6.0 6.1 MUL online entry for the Morrigan 3 variant
  7. Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 207
  8. 8.0 8.1 MUL online entry for the Morrigan 4 variant
  9. Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 98
  10. 10.0 10.1 MUL online entry for the Morrigan 5 variant
  11. Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 99
  12. BattleMech Manual, p. 93: BattleMech Quirk Table - Morrigan Entry

Bibliography