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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | A '''''Vibroblade''''' is a melee weapon used across the Inner Sphere, first introduced in [[2400]] by the [[Free Worlds League]].<ref>''TechManual'', p. 298</ref> The | + | A '''''Vibroblade''''' is a melee weapon used across the Inner Sphere, first introduced in [[2400]] by the [[Free Worlds League]].<ref>''TechManual'', p. 298</ref> The vibroblade is used (and most often shaped) like a conventional sword, but also includes a power pack in the hilt for a series of motor systems. When activated, the vibroblade's cutting edge oscillates at a very high speed, cutting through anything in its path. |
Vibroblades are available in a variety of sizes, ranging from personal weapons to [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] BattleMech sized versions. | Vibroblades are available in a variety of sizes, ranging from personal weapons to [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] BattleMech sized versions. | ||
==Personal Vibroblades== | ==Personal Vibroblades== | ||
| − | * ''Vibroblade'' - The | + | * ''Vibroblade'' - The vibroblade is approximately the size of a dagger or knife.<ref name=MW3Ep134>''MechWarrior, Third Edition'', p. 134</ref> |
| − | * [[Vibrosword]] - Very popular with the few people who can use it, the | + | * [[Vibrosword]] - Very popular with the few people who can use it, the vibrosword is a typical cutlass, rapier, or broadsword shaped weapon.<ref name=MW3Ep134 /> |
===Related Weapons=== | ===Related Weapons=== | ||
| − | * [[Vibrokatana]] - First developed for the [[Draconis Combine]]'s [[DEST]] teams, the | + | * [[Vibrokatana]] - First developed for the [[Draconis Combine]]'s [[DEST]] teams, the vibrokatana is very effective against [[battle armor]].<ref name=LTMEGp26>''LosTech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 26</ref> |
| − | * [[Vibroaxe]] - The | + | * [[Vibroaxe]] - The vibroaxe was originally developed for utility work like logging or fire rescue. As it isn't designed for combat it imposes a -1 to hit penalty.<ref name=LTMEGp26 /> |
| − | * [[Vibromace]] - The | + | * [[Vibromace]] - The vibromace was developed in the [[Circinus Federation]] for their blood sports. Instead of using the vibrations to slice, the head of the vibromace uses them to pulverize whatever it hits. The cruder manufacturing capability of the Federation result in a -1 to hit penalty.<ref>''Handbook: Major Periphery States'', p. 184</ref> |
===Related Equipment=== | ===Related Equipment=== | ||
| − | * [[Vibro Lock Pick Kit]] - A usual tool amongst intelligence personnel, which utilizes a just 7. | + | * [[Vibro Lock Pick Kit]] - A usual tool amongst intelligence personnel, which utilizes a just 7.5 cm blade to cut through locks instead of picking them.<ref>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 160</ref> |
| − | ==BattleMech Vibroblades == | + | ==BattleMech Vibroblades== |
| − | The BattleMech Vibroblade was developed by [[Draconis Combine]] engineers in [[3059]] but didn't reach the deployment until [[3065]].<ref>''Tactical Operations'', p. 292</ref> Using their [[Sword]] as a foundation, they were able to incorporate the same technology that makes the personal vibroblade and vibrokatana so effective. Unlike the standard Sword the BattleMech | + | The BattleMech Vibroblade was developed by [[Draconis Combine]] engineers in [[3059]] but didn't reach the deployment until [[3065]].<ref name=TOp292>''Tactical Operations'', p. 292</ref> Using their [[Sword (weapon)|Sword]] as a foundation, they were able to incorporate the same technology that makes the personal vibroblade and vibrokatana so effective. Unlike the standard Sword the BattleMech vibroblade comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large. When unpowered, the vibroblade acts as a standard 'Mech sized sword. When the pilot activates the vibroblade, and successfully attacks an opponent, the cutting edge slices even deeper into the target, inflicting more damage than a sword. The tradeoff for this increased damage is the heat generated by the vibroblade's mechanisms and the fact that an active vibroblade won't benefit from [[Triple Strength Myomer]].<ref name=TOp292 /> |
| − | Though the | + | Though the vibroblade offers some advantages over the standard Sword, it hasn't yet been deployed in large numbers. In fact it's only been seen in the arenas of [[Solaris]] and other game worlds.<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Gladiators'', p. 3</ref><ref name=TR3052Up162>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 162</ref> |
| − | The amount of heat generated and damage inflicted by the | + | The amount of heat generated and damage inflicted by the vibroblade varies depending on the size of the weapon. |
| − | {|class="wikitable" | + | {|class="wikitable" |
| − | |+ [[BattleMech]] | + | |+ [[BattleMech]] Vibroblade information |
! Size !! Weight !! Heat !! Space Required !! Damage (when active) !! Damage (Inactive) !! Cost !! Battle Value | ! Size !! Weight !! Heat !! Space Required !! Damage (when active) !! Damage (Inactive) !! Cost !! Battle Value | ||
|- | |- | ||
| − | |Small Vibroblade||3 || 3 || 1 critical slot||7 points|| as Sword|| 150,000 C- | + | |Small Vibroblade||3 || 3 || 1 critical slot||7 points|| as Sword|| 150,000 C-bills<ref name=TOpp404f>''Tactical Operations'', pp. 404–405</ref>||12<ref name=TOp383>''Tactical Operations'', p. 383</ref> |
|- | |- | ||
| − | |Medium Vibroblade||5 ||5 || 2 critical slots|| 10 points|| as Sword|| 400,000 C- | + | |Medium Vibroblade||5 ||5 || 2 critical slots|| 10 points|| as Sword|| 400,000 C-bills<ref name=TOpp404f />||17<ref name=TOp383 /> |
|- | |- | ||
| − | |Large Vibroblade||7 ||7 ||4 critical slots||14 points|| as Sword||750,000 C- | + | |Large Vibroblade||7 ||7 ||4 critical slots||14 points|| as Sword||750,000 C-bills<ref name=TOpp404f />||24<ref name=TOp383 /> |
|} | |} | ||
===Manufacturing=== | ===Manufacturing=== | ||
| − | 'Mech scale | + | 'Mech-scale vibroblades are manufactured on the following planets: |
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| Mithril Wyrm Experimental Vibroblade | | Mithril Wyrm Experimental Vibroblade | ||
| [[Solaris]] | | [[Solaris]] | ||
| − | | [[Silver Wyrm, Ltd.]]<ref | + | | [[Silver Wyrm, Ltd.]]<ref name=TR3052Up162 /> |
|} | |} | ||
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| + | ==Gallery== | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | Vibroblade TPHelm.png|A Vibroblade | ||
| + | BattleMech Vibroblade.jpg|A BattleMech Vibroblade | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
Latest revision as of 23:36, 30 November 2023
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Description[edit]
A Vibroblade is a melee weapon used across the Inner Sphere, first introduced in 2400 by the Free Worlds League.[1] The vibroblade is used (and most often shaped) like a conventional sword, but also includes a power pack in the hilt for a series of motor systems. When activated, the vibroblade's cutting edge oscillates at a very high speed, cutting through anything in its path.
Vibroblades are available in a variety of sizes, ranging from personal weapons to experimental BattleMech sized versions.
Personal Vibroblades[edit]
- Vibroblade - The vibroblade is approximately the size of a dagger or knife.[2]
- Vibrosword - Very popular with the few people who can use it, the vibrosword is a typical cutlass, rapier, or broadsword shaped weapon.[2]
Related Weapons[edit]
- Vibrokatana - First developed for the Draconis Combine's DEST teams, the vibrokatana is very effective against battle armor.[3]
- Vibroaxe - The vibroaxe was originally developed for utility work like logging or fire rescue. As it isn't designed for combat it imposes a -1 to hit penalty.[3]
- Vibromace - The vibromace was developed in the Circinus Federation for their blood sports. Instead of using the vibrations to slice, the head of the vibromace uses them to pulverize whatever it hits. The cruder manufacturing capability of the Federation result in a -1 to hit penalty.[4]
Related Equipment[edit]
- Vibro Lock Pick Kit - A usual tool amongst intelligence personnel, which utilizes a just 7.5 cm blade to cut through locks instead of picking them.[5]
BattleMech Vibroblades[edit]
The BattleMech Vibroblade was developed by Draconis Combine engineers in 3059 but didn't reach the deployment until 3065.[6] Using their Sword as a foundation, they were able to incorporate the same technology that makes the personal vibroblade and vibrokatana so effective. Unlike the standard Sword the BattleMech vibroblade comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large. When unpowered, the vibroblade acts as a standard 'Mech sized sword. When the pilot activates the vibroblade, and successfully attacks an opponent, the cutting edge slices even deeper into the target, inflicting more damage than a sword. The tradeoff for this increased damage is the heat generated by the vibroblade's mechanisms and the fact that an active vibroblade won't benefit from Triple Strength Myomer.[6]
Though the vibroblade offers some advantages over the standard Sword, it hasn't yet been deployed in large numbers. In fact it's only been seen in the arenas of Solaris and other game worlds.[7][8]
The amount of heat generated and damage inflicted by the vibroblade varies depending on the size of the weapon.
| Size | Weight | Heat | Space Required | Damage (when active) | Damage (Inactive) | Cost | Battle Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Vibroblade | 3 | 3 | 1 critical slot | 7 points | as Sword | 150,000 C-bills[9] | 12[10] |
| Medium Vibroblade | 5 | 5 | 2 critical slots | 10 points | as Sword | 400,000 C-bills[9] | 17[10] |
| Large Vibroblade | 7 | 7 | 4 critical slots | 14 points | as Sword | 750,000 C-bills[9] | 24[10] |
Manufacturing[edit]
'Mech-scale vibroblades are manufactured on the following planets:
| Brand | Planet | Company |
|---|---|---|
| Mithril Wyrm Experimental Vibroblade | Solaris | Silver Wyrm, Ltd.[8] |
Gallery[edit]
A Vibroblade
A BattleMech Vibroblade
References[edit]
- ↑ TechManual, p. 298
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 MechWarrior, Third Edition, p. 134
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 LosTech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide, p. 26
- ↑ Handbook: Major Periphery States, p. 184
- ↑ Technical Readout: 2750, p. 160
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Tactical Operations, p. 292
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Gladiators, p. 3
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p. 162
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 Tactical Operations, pp. 404–405
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 Tactical Operations, p. 383