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Line 1: − [[File:Myrmidon.jpg|right|300px|thumb|''[[Myrmidon (Combat Vehicle)|Myrmidon]]'' in the skirmisher unit role]]+ '''Skirmisher''' is a battlefield role performed by certain models of [['Mech]]s, primarily those that are considered suitably mobile, armed and protected to directly engage with the enemy.<ref name=CBTIR>''[https://bg.battletech.com/download/BTBB%20Online%20QSR%201-21c.pdf Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook]'', pp. 51, 53</ref> − '''Skirmisher''' is a battlefield role performed by certain models of [['Mech]]s, as well as other ground units. These units are primarily considered suitably mobile, armed, and protected to directly engage with the enemy and are situated between [[Scout (unit role)|scouts]] and [[brawler]]s on the combat spectrum.<ref name=CBTIR>''Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook'', p. 53</ref><ref name=ASCp136>''Alpha Strike Companion'', p. 136: "Skirmisher"</ref><ref name=ASCEp114>''Alpha Strike: Commander's Edition'', p. 114: "Skirmisher"</ref> ==Description== ==Description== − Skirmishers are considered to be 'Mechs suitably adapted to a fluid combat environment, due in part to their weaponry, armor and speed, able to directly engage the enemy well enough to inflict appreciable damage. Their flexibility allows a battlefield commander considerable leeway when compensating for both tactical situations and local topography. They are often utilized as a partner to slower or lighter 'Mechs (such as [[Striker (unit role)|strikers]]), engaging the enemy while the other unit maneuvers to complete the mission. They are also assigned deep recon missions, where probability of return is too low to be acceptable for lighter 'Mechs.<ref name=CBTIR/><ref name=ASCEp114/><ref name=COp58>''Campaign Operations'', p. 58: "Skirmisher"</ref> + Skirmishers are considered to be 'Mechs suitably adapted to a fluid combat environment, due in part to their weaponry, armor and speed, able to directly engage the enemy well enough to inflict appreciable damage. Their flexibility allows a battlefield commander considerable leeway when compensating for both tactical situations and local topography. They are often utilized as a partner to slower or lighter 'Mechs, engaging the enemy while the other unit maneuvers to complete the mission. They are also assigned deep recon missions, where probability of return is too low to be acceptable for lighter 'Mechs.<ref name=CBTIR/> − Though appropriate for breakthrough scenarios, when opposing an enemy closing in or conducting a siege, skirmishers are not well-suited in direct assaults. Their firepower is lacking when engaging a defensive heavy or assault BattleMech, especially closing over considerable amounts of ground. When used in such assaults, they must be supported by [[Sniper (unit role)|sniper]]s or [[missile boat]]s, and generally can then take on a heavier target with ease. They often command lances of (slower) strikers. The skirmisher role can be fulfilled by [[ProtoMechs]], medium-sized [[combat vehicle|tanks]], [[hovercraft]], and [[VTOL]]s, though BattleMechs are the preferable platforms.<ref name=CBTIR/><ref name=ASCp136/><ref name=COp58/> + Though appropriate for break-through scenarios, when opposing an enemy closing in or conducting a siege, Skirmishers are not well-suited in direct assaults. Their firepower is lacking when engaging a defensive heavy or assault class BattleMech, especially closing over considerable amounts of ground. When used in such assaults, they must be supported by [[Sniper (BattleMech role)|Sniper]]s or [[Missile boat]]s, and can generally then can take on a heavier target with ease.<ref name=CBTIR/> ==See Also== ==See Also== − * [http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Filter?Name=&HasBV=false&MinTons=&MaxTons=&MinBV=&MaxBV=&MinIntro=&MaxIntro=&MinCost=&MaxCost=&Roles=Skirmisher&HasBFAbility=&MinPV=&MaxPV=&BookAuto=&FactionAuto= Master Unit List: Skirmisher (filter)] + *[[:Category:Skirmisher BattleMechs|Skirmisher BattleMechs]] + ==References== ==References== Line 14:
Line 14: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Alpha Strike: Commander's Edition]]'' − * ''[[Alpha Strike Companion]]'' − * ''[[Campaign Operations]]'' * ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook]]'' * ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook]]'' − [[Category:BattleMech Roles]] + [[Category:BattleMech roles]] − [[Category:Unit Roles]]
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| − | + | '''Skirmisher''' is a battlefield role performed by certain models of [['Mech]]s, primarily those that are considered suitably mobile, armed and protected to directly engage with the enemy.<ref name=CBTIR>''[https://bg.battletech.com/download/BTBB%20Online%20QSR%201-21c.pdf Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook]'', pp. 51, 53</ref> | |
| − | '''Skirmisher''' is a battlefield role performed by certain models of [['Mech]]s, | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Skirmishers are considered to be 'Mechs suitably adapted to a fluid combat environment, due in part to their weaponry, armor and speed, able to directly engage the enemy well enough to inflict appreciable damage. Their flexibility allows a battlefield commander considerable leeway when compensating for both tactical situations and local topography. They are often utilized as a partner to slower or lighter 'Mechs | + | Skirmishers are considered to be 'Mechs suitably adapted to a fluid combat environment, due in part to their weaponry, armor and speed, able to directly engage the enemy well enough to inflict appreciable damage. Their flexibility allows a battlefield commander considerable leeway when compensating for both tactical situations and local topography. They are often utilized as a partner to slower or lighter 'Mechs, engaging the enemy while the other unit maneuvers to complete the mission. They are also assigned deep recon missions, where probability of return is too low to be acceptable for lighter 'Mechs.<ref name=CBTIR/> |
| − | Though appropriate for | + | Though appropriate for break-through scenarios, when opposing an enemy closing in or conducting a siege, Skirmishers are not well-suited in direct assaults. Their firepower is lacking when engaging a defensive heavy or assault class BattleMech, especially closing over considerable amounts of ground. When used in such assaults, they must be supported by [[Sniper (BattleMech role)|Sniper]]s or [[Missile boat]]s, and can generally then can take on a heavier target with ease.<ref name=CBTIR/> |
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
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* ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook]]'' | * ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook]]'' | ||
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