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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image= | + | |image = Nightsky RGilClan v27.jpg |
| − | |name=Nightsky | + | |name = ''Nightsky'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Defiance Industries]] | + | |manufacturer = [[Defiance Industries]]<ref name=TRCIp126f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 126–127: "NGS-4S Nightsky"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3055U --> |
| − | |production year=3053 | + | |production year = 3053 |
| − | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2279/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2279/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |model=NGS-4S | + | |model = NGS-4S<ref name=TRCIp126f /> |
| − | + | |cost = 9,420,000 [[C-bill]]s | |
| − | |cost= 9,420,000 C- | + | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |
| − | |mass=50 | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |chassis=Dorwinion | + | |feet = biped |
| − | |armor=Kallon Royalstar | + | |mass = 50 |
| − | |engine=[[Vlar 300 XL]] | + | |chassis = [[Dorwinion Standard]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> --> |
| − | |comsys=[[TharHes Calliope Hm10]] | + | |armor = [[Kallon Royalstar]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> --> |
| − | |T&T=[[TharHes Ares-8a]] | + | |engine = [[Vlar 300 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> --> |
| − | |speed=97 | + | |comsys = [[TharHes Calliope Hm10]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> --> |
| − | |jumpjets=[[HildCo Model 13]] | + | |T&T = [[TharHes Ares-8a]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> --> |
| − | |armament= | + | |heat sinks = 11 [[Double Heat Sinks|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> --> |
| − | *1x [[ | + | |speed = 97 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> --> |
| − | *2x [[ | + | |jumpjets = [[HildCo Model 13]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> --> |
| − | *1x [[ | + | |armament = <!-- <ref name=TRCIp126f /> --> |
| − | *1x [[ | + | * 1x [[large pulse laser]] |
| − | |BV (1.0)=1,029<ref name= | + | * 2x [[medium pulse laser]] |
| − | |BV (2.0)=1,159<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 57</ref> | + | * 1x [[small pulse laser]] |
| + | * 1x [[hatchet]] | ||
| + | |BV (1.0) = 1,029<ref name=COp132>''Combat Operations'', p. 132</ref> | ||
| + | |BV (2.0) = 1,159<ref name=TRCIp126f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 57</ref> | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Nightsky''''' was built as a follow up to the ''[[Hatchetman]]'' and ''[[Axman]]'' '[[Mech]]s. | + | The '''''Nightsky''''' was built as a follow up to the ''[[Hatchetman]]'' and ''[[Axman]]'' '[[Mech]]s. At the turn of the [[thirty-second century]], the [[LCAF]] requested that [[Defiance Industries]] provide them with a new model of the Nightsky, which led to the 7-series Nightskies, which were easy to upgrade from previous models using standard upgrade kits. |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Nightsky'' is built with a powerful close range arsenal. The centerpiece of this is a massive four-ton [[ | + | The ''Nightsky'' is built around a massive [[Vlar 300 XL]] [[extralight engine]] that propels the 'Mech up to speeds of 97.2 km/h. Superb ground speed and the added maneuverability provided by six [[HildCo Model 13]] [[jump jet]]s that allow the ''Nightsky'' to jump up to 180 meters make the ''Nightsky'' a capable heavy recon 'Mech. It is also protected with nine and a half tons of armor, providing the ''Nightsky'' with good armor protection for its size.<ref name=TRO3055U40>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 40: "Nightsky Profile"</ref> |
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| + | The ''Nightsky'' is built with a powerful close range arsenal. The centerpiece of this is a massive four-ton [[hatchet]] that is built into its right arm, which allows the 'Mech to cut through another 'Mech's armor. The ''Nightsky'' is also armed with a [[Sutel Precision Line (LPL)|Sutel Precision Line]] [[large pulse laser]] for medium to long range firepower, supported by two [[Sutel Precision Line (MPL)|Sutel Precision Line]] [[medium pulse laser]]s and a [[Sutel Precision Line (SPL)|Sutel Precision Line]] [[small pulse laser]] for close range support.<ref name=TRO3055U40/> | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;NGS-4T : The 4T is a variant of the ''Nightsky'' that looks to make the 'Mech more powerful in both long and close range combat. This is done by | + | *; NGS-4T : The 4T is a variant of the ''Nightsky'' that looks to make the 'Mech more powerful in both long and close range combat. This is done by swapping the [[large pulse laser]] for an [[ER large laser]] with an [[anti-missile system]] for added defense against enemy missiles. The 'Mech also adds an additional [[small laser]] for additional close-range firepower.<ref name=TRCIp126f /> BV (1.0) = 1,107,<ref name=COp132/> BV (2.0) = 1,287<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 58</ref> |
| − | *;NGS-5S : A simple upgrade of the ''Nightsky'', the 5S looks to make the 'Mech more heat efficient. This is achieved by removing the jump | + | *; NGS-5S : A simple upgrade of the ''Nightsky'', the 5S looks to make the 'Mech more heat efficient. This is achieved by removing the [[jump jet]]s and replacing them with three additional [[double heat sink]]s.<ref name=TRCIp126f /> BV (1.0) = 904,<ref name=COp132/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 145</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,045<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 59</ref> |
| − | *;NGS-5T : The 5T is a modification of the 4S that replaces the [[ | + | *; NGS-5T : The 5T is a modification of the 4S that replaces the [[large pulse laser]] with an [[ER PPC]], but is otherwise identical to the 4S model. This modification of the 'Mech makes the ''Nightsky'' capable of targeting an enemy 'Mech at extreme ranges and wearing them down until the 'Mech can bring its [[hatchet]] to bear on its target.<ref name=TRCIp126f /> BV (1.0) = 1,175,<ref name=COp132/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 146</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,356<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 60</ref> |
| − | *;NGS-6S : This modification of the ''Nightsky'' intended to make the 'Mech more durable and gave it a longer life on the battlefield. The 'Mech replaces the 300 [[XL | + | *; NGS-6S : This modification of the ''Nightsky'' intended to make the 'Mech more durable and gave it a longer life on the battlefield. The 'Mech replaces the 300-rated [[XL engine]] with a 300 [[light fusion engine]]. The 'Mech also removes all of its ranged weaponry and replaces it with seven [[ER medium laser]]s.<ref name=TRCIp126f /> When combined with the [[hatchet]], the 'Mech is a monster, both against [[battle armor]] and in an urban environment. BV (1.0) = 1252, BV (2.0) = 1,474<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 61</ref> |
| − | *;NGS-6T : This variant of the ''Nightsky'' uses [[Triple Strength Myomer]] to maximize physical attack damage. It also uses one [[ER | + | *; NGS-6T : This variant of the ''Nightsky'' uses [[Triple Strength Myomer]] to maximize physical attack damage. It also uses one [[ER medium laser]] and a pair of [[ER small laser]]s. To make room for those weapons, it loses a [[medium pulse laser]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,430<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 80</ref> |
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| + | *; NGS-7S: A ''Nightsky'' for the new century, the 7S is clad in [[Heavy Ferro-Fibrous]] armor to increase its survivability, while an [[Actuator Enhancement System]] is mounted on the [[hatchet]]-equipped arm. For ranged combat, a [[Large X-Pulse Laser]] is underslung on the left arm and a [[Small X-Pulse Laser]] keeps the pilot warm in the head. To complement all of this, a pair of [[clan]]-specification [[ER Medium Laser]]s are shoulder-mounted. BV (2.0) = 1591 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27'', p. 13</ref> | ||
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| + | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| + | The ''Nightsky'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93: Design Quirk Table - Nightsky Entry</ref> | ||
| + | * [[Modular Weapons|Modular Weapon (Hatchet)]] | ||
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| + | ==Notes== | ||
| + | * There is at [[Nichthimmel|least one example]] of a "left-handed" ''Nightsky'' with the alphanumerical designation NGS-4S-L. Built specifically for a left-handed MechWarrior, it is implied its configuration is mirror-reversed, with the hatchet on the left arm instead of the right. | ||
| + | * In German products, the unit's proper name was altered to '''''Nachtschatten''''', which translated literally means ''Nightshadow''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''NTS-4S'''. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | + | Nightsky TRO3055.jpg|Original ''Nightsky'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]'' | |
| − | + | Nightsky TRO3055U.jpg|''Nightsky'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]'' | |
| + | Nightsky RGilClan v27.jpg|''Nightsky'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27|RG:ilClan vol. 27]]'' | ||
| + | CCG Mercenaries Nightsky.jpg|N6S-4S ''Nightsky'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | ||
| + | Kell Hounds Striker Lance Nightsky.jpg|''Nightsky'' miniature from ''[[Kell Hounds Striker Lance]]'' | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| + | *''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' | ||
*''[[Combat Operations]]'' | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | ||
*''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | ||
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | ||
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | ||
*''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:36, 11 March 2024
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| Nightsky | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Defiance Industries[1] |
| Production Year | 3053[2] |
| Model | NGS-4S[1] |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 9,420,000 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 50 tons |
| Chassis | Dorwinion Standard |
| Armor | Kallon Royalstar |
| Engine | Vlar 300 XL |
| Communications System | TharHes Calliope Hm10 |
| Targeting Tracking System | TharHes Ares-8a |
| Heat Sinks | 11 double |
| Speed | 97 km/h |
| Jump Jets | HildCo Model 13 |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,029[3] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,159[1][4] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Nightsky was built as a follow up to the Hatchetman and Axman 'Mechs. At the turn of the thirty-second century, the LCAF requested that Defiance Industries provide them with a new model of the Nightsky, which led to the 7-series Nightskies, which were easy to upgrade from previous models using standard upgrade kits.
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Nightsky is built around a massive Vlar 300 XL extralight engine that propels the 'Mech up to speeds of 97.2 km/h. Superb ground speed and the added maneuverability provided by six HildCo Model 13 jump jets that allow the Nightsky to jump up to 180 meters make the Nightsky a capable heavy recon 'Mech. It is also protected with nine and a half tons of armor, providing the Nightsky with good armor protection for its size.[5]
The Nightsky is built with a powerful close range arsenal. The centerpiece of this is a massive four-ton hatchet that is built into its right arm, which allows the 'Mech to cut through another 'Mech's armor. The Nightsky is also armed with a Sutel Precision Line large pulse laser for medium to long range firepower, supported by two Sutel Precision Line medium pulse lasers and a Sutel Precision Line small pulse laser for close range support.[5]
Variants[edit]
- NGS-4T
- The 4T is a variant of the Nightsky that looks to make the 'Mech more powerful in both long and close range combat. This is done by swapping the large pulse laser for an ER large laser with an anti-missile system for added defense against enemy missiles. The 'Mech also adds an additional small laser for additional close-range firepower.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,107,[3] BV (2.0) = 1,287[6]
- NGS-5T
- The 5T is a modification of the 4S that replaces the large pulse laser with an ER PPC, but is otherwise identical to the 4S model. This modification of the 'Mech makes the Nightsky capable of targeting an enemy 'Mech at extreme ranges and wearing them down until the 'Mech can bring its hatchet to bear on its target.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,175,[3][9] BV (2.0) = 1,356[10]
- NGS-6S
- This modification of the Nightsky intended to make the 'Mech more durable and gave it a longer life on the battlefield. The 'Mech replaces the 300-rated XL engine with a 300 light fusion engine. The 'Mech also removes all of its ranged weaponry and replaces it with seven ER medium lasers.[1] When combined with the hatchet, the 'Mech is a monster, both against battle armor and in an urban environment. BV (1.0) = 1252, BV (2.0) = 1,474[11]
- NGS-6T
- This variant of the Nightsky uses Triple Strength Myomer to maximize physical attack damage. It also uses one ER medium laser and a pair of ER small lasers. To make room for those weapons, it loses a medium pulse laser.[12] BV (2.0) = 1,430[13]
- NGS-7S
- A Nightsky for the new century, the 7S is clad in Heavy Ferro-Fibrous armor to increase its survivability, while an Actuator Enhancement System is mounted on the hatchet-equipped arm. For ranged combat, a Large X-Pulse Laser is underslung on the left arm and a Small X-Pulse Laser keeps the pilot warm in the head. To complement all of this, a pair of clan-specification ER Medium Lasers are shoulder-mounted. BV (2.0) = 1591 [14]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Nightsky is subject to the following Design Quirk:[15]
Notes[edit]
- There is at least one example of a "left-handed" Nightsky with the alphanumerical designation NGS-4S-L. Built specifically for a left-handed MechWarrior, it is implied its configuration is mirror-reversed, with the hatchet on the left arm instead of the right.
- In German products, the unit's proper name was altered to Nachtschatten, which translated literally means Nightshadow. The model code was accordingly changed to NTS-4S.
Gallery[edit]
Original Nightsky from TRO:3055
Nightsky from TRO:3055 Upgrade
Nightsky from RG:ilClan vol. 27
N6S-4S Nightsky in battle from CCG
Nightsky miniature from Kell Hounds Striker Lance
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 Technical Readout: Clan Invasion, pp. 126–127: "NGS-4S Nightsky"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Nightsky
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Combat Operations, p. 132
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 57
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p. 40: "Nightsky Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 58
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 145
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 59
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 146
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 60
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 61
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 190
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New, p. 80
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27, p. 13
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 93: Design Quirk Table - Nightsky Entry
Bibliography[edit]
- BattleMech Manual
- Combat Operations
- Master Unit List: Battle Values
- Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade
- Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged
- Record Sheets: 3055/3058
- Record Sheets: 3060
- Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New
- Technical Readout: 3055
- Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade
- Technical Readout: 3085