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|model=ST-8A | |model=ST-8A | ||
|production year=2621 | |production year=2621 | ||
| − | |cost= 6,555,229 C-bills | + | |cost= 6,555,229 C-bills |
|Tech Base=Inner Sphere | |Tech Base=Inner Sphere | ||
|mech type=BattleMech | |mech type=BattleMech | ||
|mass=70 | |mass=70 | ||
|chassis=Dennenbach-Mitchell Mark IV | |chassis=Dennenbach-Mitchell Mark IV | ||
| − | |armor= MV [[ferro-fibrous]] | + | |armor= MV [[ferro-fibrous]] |
|engine=[[VOX 280]] | |engine=[[VOX 280]] | ||
|comsys=[[Domman Echo II]] | |comsys=[[Domman Echo II]] | ||
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*2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s | *2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s | ||
*1x [[Small Laser]] | *1x [[Small Laser]] | ||
| − | |BV (1.0) = 1,277<ref name=TRO:3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', | + | |BV (1.0) = 1,277<ref name=TRO:3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 218–219: "Shootist Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 288</ref> |
|BV (2.0) = 1,507<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 250</ref> | |BV (2.0) = 1,507<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 250</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Shootist''''' first saw service in [[Introduction Year::2621]] as a heavily armored, electronic warfare-capable command [['Mech]] for [[SLDF]] [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Royal BattleMech Regiments]]. However, the ''Shootist'' | + | The '''''Shootist''''' first saw service in [[Introduction Year::2621]] as a heavily armored, electronic warfare-capable command [['Mech]] for [[SLDF]] [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Royal BattleMech Regiments]]. However, the ''Shootist''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s upgraded electronic suites proved no match for the cutting edge of electronic warfare of its own time. When the ''[[BattleMaster]]'' eclipsed the ''Shootist'' in its intended role as a command vehicle merely ten years after its introduction, the SLDF changed the ''Shootist''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s mission parameters. The ''Shootist''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s balanced mix of weapons and speed along with its heavy armor allowed it a new role: juggernaut for close-combat heavy lances. Later it found further use as a bodyguard unit for command lances. However, this role did not prove favorable to the longevity of the ''Shootist''. Since the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], this [[BattleMech]] is rarely seen outside of the [[Com Guards]], [[Word of Blake Militia]], and ancient [[Clan]] [[Brian Cache]]s.<ref>''The Black Thorns'', pp. 60–61</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 126</ref><ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
The ''Shootist'' has a top speed of 64.8 km/h, giving it an average level of mobility for a heavy 'Mech. The 'Mech has thirteen [[double heat sink]]s that allow the ''Shootist'' to dissipate the waste heat that is produced by its heavy weapons payload. The ''Shootist'' carries twelve tons of MV [[ferro-fibrous]] armor with [[CASE]] to protect the 'Mech in the event of an ammunition explosion.<ref name=TRO:3058U/> | The ''Shootist'' has a top speed of 64.8 km/h, giving it an average level of mobility for a heavy 'Mech. The 'Mech has thirteen [[double heat sink]]s that allow the ''Shootist'' to dissipate the waste heat that is produced by its heavy weapons payload. The ''Shootist'' carries twelve tons of MV [[ferro-fibrous]] armor with [[CASE]] to protect the 'Mech in the event of an ammunition explosion.<ref name=TRO:3058U/> | ||
| − | The ''Shootist'' is armed to engage an enemy at various ranges. The only long-range weapon on the 'Mech is a Blankenburg [[ER Large Laser]] that has an effective range of five hundred and seventy meters. For medium to close range combat, the ''Shootist'' carries a devastating Deathgiver [[Autocannon/20]] which is capable of downing most light and even some medium 'Mechs in a single salvo. Finally, for point blank defense, the 'Mech has two Blankenburg [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a Dinatech Mark III [[Small Laser]].<ref name=TRO:3058U/> | + | The ''Shootist'' is armed to engage an enemy at various ranges. The only long-range weapon on the 'Mech is a Blankenburg [[ER Large Laser]] that has an effective range of five hundred and seventy meters. For medium to close range combat, the ''Shootist'' carries a devastating Deathgiver [[Autocannon/20]] which is capable of downing most light and even some medium 'Mechs in a single salvo. Finally, for point-blank defense, the 'Mech has two Blankenburg [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a Dinatech Mark III [[Small Laser]].<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;ST-8C : This new variant removes the Small Laser and upgrades the mediums to a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s. The weight savings enables the inclusion of a [[C3i Computer]]. BV (1.0) = 1,283<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 289</ref> | + | *;ST-8C : This new variant removes the Small Laser and upgrades the mediums to a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s. The weight savings enables the inclusion of a [[C3i Computer]]. BV (1.0) = 1,283;<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 289</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,528<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 251</ref> |
| − | *;ST-9C : The 9C further modifies the 8C by removing the autocannon and a heat sink to make room for a [[Gauss rifle]], turning the ''Shootist'' into a support 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,535<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 290</ref> | + | *;ST-9C : The 9C further modifies the 8C by removing the autocannon and a heat sink to make room for a [[Gauss rifle]], turning the ''Shootist'' into a support 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,535;<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 290</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,727<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 252</ref> |
==Notable Pilots== | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
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==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| − | The ''Shootist'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Shootist Entry | + | The ''Shootist'' has the following [[Design Quirks|Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94: BattleMech Quirk Table - Shootist Entry</ref> |
| − | * [[Command BattleMech|Command Mech]] | + | * [[Command BattleMech|Command 'Mech]] |
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
* A variant of the ''Shootist'' was present in the game [[MechCommander 2]]. | * A variant of the ''Shootist'' was present in the game [[MechCommander 2]]. | ||
| − | * Originally, in ''The Black Thorns'', ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'', ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 & 3058]]'', and later in ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''; the ST-8A ''Shootist' | + | * Originally, in ''The Black Thorns'', ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'', ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 & 3058]]'', and later in ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''; the ST-8A ''Shootist''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s primary weapons were in different locations. The AC/20 was in the left torso (with ammo and CASE in the right torso), the ER Large Laser was in the right arm, and a Medium Pulse Laser was in the left arm. The locations of the Small Laser and second Medium Pulse Laser remain the same. In ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'', ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrade Print Edition]]'', and ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' the weapons locations were corrected to match the artwork. |
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *''[[The Black Thorns]]'' | + | * ''[[The Black Thorns]]'' |
| − | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' | + | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' |
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[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
Revision as of 15:16, 3 August 2022
| Shootist | |
| Shootist | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Mitchell Vehicles[1] |
| Production Year | 2621 |
| Model | ST-8A |
| Class | Heavy |
| Cost | 6,555,229 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 70 tons |
| Chassis | Dennenbach-Mitchell Mark IV |
| Armor | MV ferro-fibrous |
| Engine | VOX 280 |
| Communications System | Domman Echo II |
| Speed | 64.8 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,277[1][2] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,507[3] |
Contents
Description
The Shootist first saw service in 2621 as a heavily armored, electronic warfare-capable command 'Mech for SLDF Royal BattleMech Regiments. However, the Shootist's upgraded electronic suites proved no match for the cutting edge of electronic warfare of its own time. When the BattleMaster eclipsed the Shootist in its intended role as a command vehicle merely ten years after its introduction, the SLDF changed the Shootist's mission parameters. The Shootist's balanced mix of weapons and speed along with its heavy armor allowed it a new role: juggernaut for close-combat heavy lances. Later it found further use as a bodyguard unit for command lances. However, this role did not prove favorable to the longevity of the Shootist. Since the Succession Wars, this BattleMech is rarely seen outside of the Com Guards, Word of Blake Militia, and ancient Clan Brian Caches.[4][5][1]
Weapons and Equipment
The Shootist has a top speed of 64.8 km/h, giving it an average level of mobility for a heavy 'Mech. The 'Mech has thirteen double heat sinks that allow the Shootist to dissipate the waste heat that is produced by its heavy weapons payload. The Shootist carries twelve tons of MV ferro-fibrous armor with CASE to protect the 'Mech in the event of an ammunition explosion.[1]
The Shootist is armed to engage an enemy at various ranges. The only long-range weapon on the 'Mech is a Blankenburg ER Large Laser that has an effective range of five hundred and seventy meters. For medium to close range combat, the Shootist carries a devastating Deathgiver Autocannon/20 which is capable of downing most light and even some medium 'Mechs in a single salvo. Finally, for point-blank defense, the 'Mech has two Blankenburg Medium Pulse Lasers and a Dinatech Mark III Small Laser.[1]
Variants
- ST-8C
- This new variant removes the Small Laser and upgrades the mediums to a pair of ER Medium Lasers. The weight savings enables the inclusion of a C3i Computer. BV (1.0) = 1,283;[6] BV (2.0) = 1,528[7]
- ST-9C
- The 9C further modifies the 8C by removing the autocannon and a heat sink to make room for a Gauss rifle, turning the Shootist into a support 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,535;[8] BV (2.0) = 1,727[9]
Notable Pilots
- Adept Jeremiah Rose piloted a Shootist during his ComStar career until his 'Mech was destroyed during the Battle of Tukayyid.
- Apollyon pilots a heavily and unusually modified Shootist in combat with the 52nd Shadow Division.
Design Quirks
The Shootist has the following Design Quirk:[10]
Gallery
Original Shootist from The Black Thorns
- Shootist.jpg
Shootist from TRO:3058
Notes
- A variant of the Shootist was present in the game MechCommander 2.
- Originally, in The Black Thorns, Technical Readout: 3058, Record Sheets: 3055 & 3058, and later in Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades; the ST-8A Shootist's primary weapons were in different locations. The AC/20 was in the left torso (with ammo and CASE in the right torso), the ER Large Laser was in the right arm, and a Medium Pulse Laser was in the left arm. The locations of the Small Laser and second Medium Pulse Laser remain the same. In Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade, Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrade Print Edition, and Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League) the weapons locations were corrected to match the artwork.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade, pp. 218–219: "Shootist Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 288
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 250
- ↑ The Black Thorns, pp. 60–61
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3058, p. 126
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 289
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 251
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 290
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 252
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 94: BattleMech Quirk Table - Shootist Entry