Nephilim

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Nephilim
Production information
Manufacturer Gibson Federated BattleMechs
Use Line Unit
Weight Class Assault
Tech Base Inner Sphere
Cost ??? C-bills
Introduced 3071
Technical specifications
Mass 2,000 kg
Top Speed 21 km/h
Armament

1x Modular Weapon Mount
2x One-Shot SRM-2

Armor Type Mimetic
BV (2.0) 70[1]


Description

The newest of the Word of Blake's Demon series of battle armor is the Nephilim. Named for a class of half-angels who dwelt with mortals from Christianity, the name may hint at an intended close relationship with the Celestial series.[2]

The Nephilim is protected by enough Mimetic Armor to stop two direct hits from a Large Laser. Since it can only manage 21 km/h overland, the special qualities of the armor are usually put to good use.[1]

Armament

The standard version of the Nephilim has a Modular Weapon Mount. That mount is usually occupied by a Man-Portable Plasma Rifle, though it can vary based on trooper preference. A pair of One-Shot SRM-2s supplement this arsenal.[1]

Variants

  • Seeker – The second variant has a smaller weapon mount that usually carries a Machine Gun. For anti-vehicle purposes it mounts an SRM-3 with two reloads. It also utilizes a Searchlight and Improved Sensors. BV (2.0) = 82[1]
  • Capture Team – The first variant to make use of the Detachable Weapon Mount that restricts mobility, the “Capture Team” carries a 'Mech Taser in it. For more reliable fire it has a Modular Weapon Mount that usually has a Heavy Machine Gun. A One-Shot LRM-2 provides limited long-range support. BV (2.0) = 74[1]
  • Narc – The “Narc” variant carries a Compact Narc with one reload. A Detachable Weapon Mount allows it to also utilize a Support PPC, while a Rocket Launcher 2 gives it some extra firepower. BV (2.0) = 79[1]

References

Notes

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 Technical Readout: 3075, pg. 39
  2. Technical Readout: 3075, pg. 38