BattleMech Technical Readout
Name/Model: Ghost Wasp (Super Wasp 2.0) WSP-X2a
Designer: Strider Arashi
Source(s): Custom Mordel.Net Units
Technology: Clan (Mixed)
Technology Rating: F
Tonnage: 35
Role: Scout
Configuration: Biped BattleMech
Era/Year: Dark Age / 3150
Rules (Current): Experimental (Extinct)
Rules (Era): Experimental
Rules (Year): Experimental (Extinct)
Total Cost: 11,917,710 C-Bills
Battle Value: 1,109
Chassis: Alshain Class 580 Endo Steel Endo Steel
Power Plant: Crystal Fox 280 XL
Walking Speed: 86.4 kph
Maximum Speed: 129.6 kph
Jump Jets: Rawlings 52
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Armor: Durallex Light Special Ferro-Fibrous with CASE II
Armament:
1 Emerald Sunglow Enhanced Focus ER Medium Laser
2 Defiance Sting Guided 2nd Gen Streak SRM 2s
Manufacturer: Achernar BattleMechs, Alliance Defenders Limited, Bermuda Combat Systems[, Bordello Military Goods, Inc., Defiance Industries, Detroit Consolidated MechWorks, Diplass BattleMechs, General Mechanics, General Motors, Kali Yama Weapons Industries, Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited
Primary Factory: Achernar (ABM), New Avalon (ABM), Cahokia (ABM), Alpheratz (ADL), Booker III (BCS), Bermuda (BCS), Jersey City (BMGI), Antwerp V (BMGI), Hesperus II (DI), Kwangjong-ni (DI), TH-R/D, Refit Complex, New Earth (DI), Krimari (DCMW), Texas GB 2 (DCMW), Canopus IV (DCMW), Apollo (DBM), Anywhere (DBM), Timbuktu (DBM), Mars (GM), Detriot 'Mechworks, Terra (GM), Arc Royal (GM), Outreach (GM), Kalidasa (KYWI) (KYWI), Kendall (KYWI), Tematagi (NFPL)
Communications: Duotech 65 with Nova CEWS
Targeting & Tracking: RadCom TXX/w Nova C.E.W.S. & TAG
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Overview:
Designed to be an extremely fast-moving and nearly invisible scout that can relay battle
info to friendlies, with extra capabilities to Ambush select targets. A favorite tactic is
to either sneak up on targets, then do a Death From Above, or jump over and then shoot the
target from behind, preferably in the head, usually destroying the target or coming very
close to it, then running away, while engaging the Null Signature System guerrilla warfare
style.
Capabilities:
A Null Signature System combined with a Chameleon LPS, making the Mech darn near
undetectable, and light defensive weapons with some sabotage and ambush/sabotage capability.
Introduced in 2464 as an attempt by General Mechanics to create a fast and maneuverable
recon BattleMech for the Terran Hegemony, the Wasp was revolutionary for being the first
'Mech capable of jumping, sporting a prototype jump jet system; however, the system was not
perfected for most of the next decade.[20][21] After improvements in production and jump jet
technology progressed, the modern WSP-1A Wasp began production in 2471. Centuries later, it
is still considered a valued asset for recon work and is one of the most numerous 'Mechs in
existence.[22]
The initial design was built without monomolecular stress-resistant materials (MMSR) in the
lower leg actuator. This wasn't identified as a flaw until the 2580 Battle of Imbros III
when many Wasp MechWarriors practiced the jump-kick maneuver. After performing the maneuver
even once, so much stress was put on the actuator that any subsequent jump-kicks immediately
amputated the lower leg upon impact. By 2610 nearly all Wasps had been retrofitted with MMSR
actuator bars.[22][23]
The classic WSP-1A has a ground speed that could be considered lackluster when compared to
many modern light 'Mechs, but this was offset by its jump capability. While carrying heavier
weapons than 'Mechs like the Locust, the Wasp would generally only engage other light
'Mechs, using its jump capabilities to avoid conflicts with larger foes. The Wasp was also
used in the role of raider because of its ability to hit and fade in rough terrain.[18][22]
Even after the sheer destruction of the Succession Wars, the Wasp still remained the most
numerous 'Mech ahead of the Locust and Stinger; many thousands were in use by all of the
Great Houses and in the Periphery while 100 or more were built each year from factories
across known space. Nearly half of all newly built Wasps came from IBMU's and Kali Yama's
factories located in the Free Worlds League on Shiro III and Kalidasa respectively. Among
other major Inner Sphere Wasp manufacturing sites were Defiance Industries' Furillo factory
in the Lyran Commonwealth and Achernar BattleMechs on New Avalon in the Federated Suns. Many
of the Great Houses had Wasp variants built specifically for them, as did Wolf's Dragoons.
Even out in the Periphery the Wasp was manufactured on Taurus, Perdition, Canopus IV and
Alpheratz, making it equally common among the Periphery States.[18][24]
The reintroduction of Star League lostech was used to update the ancient design with modern
improvements, starting first with the WSP-1S built by Defiance for the Federated
Commonwealth. This was followed by the new WSP-3W built specifically for Wolf's Dragoons by
Achernar, then the WSP-3M built by IBMU and Kali Yama.[24] Another wave of updates came when
Vicore Industries began to peddle their "Project Phoenix" program and found a willing buyer
in Hellespont Industries. Requiring only minor changes to their production line, the new
WSP-3L was more mobile and more stealthy; it debuted in late July of 3067, and the Capellan
Confederation Armed Forces used it alongside new Raven and Phoenix Hawk models to form
Shadow Lances. Taurus Territorial and Detroit Consolidated also began building these new
Wasps under license from Hellespont, while Defiance designed their own updated version of
the Wasp, the WSP-3S, which was then licensed to Achernar.[25]
The largest producer of Wasps in the League Irian BattleMechs Unlimited, and by extension
the Inner Sphere, declined to take part in "Project Phoenix" and continued producing the
classically-themed WSP-3M unabated, until weakening sales after the Jihad and the formation
of the Republic of the Sphere led them to develop the faster though similarly armed WSP-5A,
proving popular even in the ilClan era. After its capture by Clan Wolf, its fellow League
manufacturer Kali Yama went in the other direction, with the Wolf Empire maintaining its
classic speed to increase its firepower dramatically via heavier Clan-tech.[11]
Deployment:
Weapons and Equipment:
Usually used as a Scout or infiltrator to sabotage mechs and or structures.
The WSP-1A Wasp was not designed as a line combat unit. It carries a light weapons payload
meant primarily for self-defense against other light 'Mechs and was not meant to engage
heavier 'Mechs, resulting in tactics such as the jump-kick in order to deal more damage. The
primary weapon is a Diverse Optics Type 2 medium laser carried in the right arm, backed up
by a Bical SRM-2 launcher that is curiously mounted in the left leg which can carry 45
reloads of standard or Inferno rounds in the left torso, making it useful against enemy
'Mechs and a good deterrent against infantry and vehicles.[22][18] Published schematics
indicate that the leg-mounted SRM-2 launcher is located near the hip (see Notes).
The six jump jets, split between the Wasp's legs and torso sections, are responsible for its
jumping distance of 180 meters and its longevity as a recon 'Mech. These also make up for
the relatively slow 66.5 km/h cruising speed produced by its four-ton fusion engine. 10
single heat sinks are more than enough for the Wasp - it can actually fire both of its
weapon systems continuously with little to no issue unless the jump jets have been overused.
The three tons of armor protection is average for light 'Mechs, and with its placement
around the chassis essentially two shots to the same spot anywhere will punch through and
cause damage.[22]
This particular variant uses:
(1) Emerald Sunglow Enhanced Focus located in the Right Arm,
(2) Defiance Sting Guided 2nd Gen Located respectively in each Left and Right Torsos with a
full extra ton of ammo protected with CASE II,
and utilizes Null Signature System combined with A Chameleon LPS that can run constantly
with the jump jets and fully firing all weapons almost nonstop and never overheat because of
the 13-clan tech double heatsinks. making for a very nasty surprise package for any
unsuspecting target of this BattleMech.
Variants:
Variants:
WSP-1
Developed by General Mechanics on Mars in 2464 as the first generation Wasp, this version
used several primitive components. The primitive engine reduced the top speed to 85 km/h and
meant that only a single medium laser was carried, the prototype jump jets could only cover
150 meters in a jump, and the primitive armor provided much less protection than the later
Succession Wars-era Wasps, even though it carried three and a half tons of armor.[20]
WSP-1D
Developed in response to logistical attrition during the later years of the First Succession
War, this Federated Suns variant developed in 2823 exchanges the SRM-2 launcher for two
ChisComp 32 small lasers in the left torso and an Olympian flamer in the left leg. While
firing these additional weapons leads to an increased heat output, it is not enough to pose
a serious risk.[22][18][26] BV (1.0) = 327; BV (2.0) = 403[27]
WSP-1K
Another variant intended to ease logistical requirements as the First Succession War dragged
on, the Draconis Combine's 1K Wasp was introduced in 2818, improving protection while
sacrificing firepower.[22] It retains the medium laser but replaces the SRM-2 launcher with
a Sperry Browning machine gun and one ton of ammunition in the left torso. The saved weight
was used to upgrade the armor by half a ton.[18][26] BV (1.0) = 330; BV (2.0) = 376[28]
WSP-1L
A variant of the Wasp produced by Hellespont for Capellan Confederation in 2799, the 1L
replaced the medium laser and SRM-2 launcher with a single Holly SRM-4 launcher carried in
the right arm supplied with a single ton of reloads in the right torso. Envisioning a
variant highly adaptable to the raiding actions of the First Succession War, the Capellan
Strategios deployed the 1L with multiple munition types based on their intended mission
role, such as incendiary or gas SRMs for anti-infantry support or smoke SRMs for recon
concealment. The reduction in overall firepower made the 1L an adequate though not
spectacular combatant.[22][18][26] BV (1.0) = 290; BV (2.0) = 335[29]
WSP-1S
The Federated Commonwealth's model of choice starting in 3049, Defiance Industries of
Furillo upgraded the chassis to endo steel and the armor to three and a half tons of
ferro-fibrous. This variant uses the weight savings to carry a medium pulse laser in its
right arm, two Defiance B3S small lasers in the right torso, and a Zippo flamer in the left
torso.[24] BV (1.0) = 336; BV (2.0) = 423[30]
WSP-1W
Associated with Wolf's Dragoons and debuting in 3009, the 1W Wasp replaced all of the
weapons with six small lasers, two each split between the right arm, right torso, and left
torso. While sacrificing long-range capability this gives the 1W superior close-range
firepower.[22][18] BV (1.0) = 316; BV (2.0) = 373[31]
WSP-3A
Developed by the Outworlds Alliance in 3082, the 3A was armed with a single medium pulse
laser. It also utilizes endo steel and an XL gyro to save weight. While using a smaller
engine, its reduced ground speed was offset by improved jump jets allowing it to jump 240
meters at a time.[32] It also includes a Full-Head Ejection System. BV (2.0) = 401[33]
WSP-3K
This variant was introduced in the Dark Age era. It carries a single medium laser and an
MRM-10 into combat on an endo steel frame. It uses an XL engine and 10 single heat sinks.
Most importantly, it's equipped with a Full Head Ejection System to protect the pilot. BV
(2.0) = 477[34]
WSP-3L
Developed by Vicore Industries from Word of Blake plans and manufactured by Hellespont
Industrials of Sian, TTI on Taurus, and DCM on Detroit, the 3L variant uses the Capellan
Confederation's new stealth armor and a Hellespont Type W Endo Steel chassis to make it more
stealthy, mobile and survivable. Four tons of Hellespont Lite Stealth Armor provide superior
protection and, along with a Guardian ECM suite, makes it harder to locate and hit the Wasp.
The six jump jets were also relocated to the rear torso to better protect them and decrease
cost. A Diverse Optics ER medium laser is carried in the right arm and a Death Bloom RL-10
is mounted in the right torso; the inclusion of a Marian weapon to the 'Mech was
controversial but nevertheless provided additional firepower. Despite other improvements,
the 3L variant still carries 10 single heat sinks, a cost-cutting measure to take advantage
of the Capellans' massive stockpile of these components. For communications this variant
mounts a Hellespont Tight Beam system and a RadCom TXXI for targeting-tracking.[1] It is
also equipped with a Full Head Ejection System.[35] First appearing in 3067, the WSP-3L was
the first model featuring the new "Project Phoenix" makeover. BV (1.0) = 441; BV (2.0) =
610[35]
WSP-3M
The post–Helm Memory Core House Marik variant introduced in 3051, the 3M Wasp upgrades the
chassis to Irian Chassis Second Generation Class 20 endo steel and the armor to
ferro-fibrous. This variant carries an Intek medium pulse laser in its right arm and a
single Irian Weapons Works SRM-2 launcher in the right torso with CASE for the ammunition.
The variant is also equipped with the potent Irian E.A.R. communications system and the
Wasat Aggressor targeting-tracking system.[24] [11] Widely popular, IBMU saw little need to
mess with the rugged and dependable WSP-3M for many years, and while no longer manufactured
since before the Dark Age era the company buys back existing models to refurbish and resell
to those who cannot afford its top-tier WSP-5A.[11] BV (1.0) = 346; BV (2.0) = 394[36]
WSP-3P
Another Dark Age era variant, this model has a top speed of 110 km/h and can cover 210
meters in a jump. It's also equipped with a Full-Head Ejection System. For offensive
operations it carries an ER medium laser and a RL-10. BV (2.0) = 537[37]
WSP-3S
The Lyran Alliance's Project Phoenix rebuild, the 3S variant of the Wasp introduced in 3067
upgrades the engine to a light version and carries two ER medium lasers, a Full-Head
Ejection System, a Guardian ECM suite, and a TAG target designator. Defiance also licensed
this version to Achernar on New Avalon.[1] BV (1.0) = 584; BV (2.0) = 595[38]
WSP-3W
Manufactured by Achernar for Wolf's Dragoons in 3050, the Clan Invasion era 3W upgraded the
armor to ferro-fibrous and carried two Sutel Precision Line small pulse lasers in the right
arm and four ChisComp 32 small lasers split between left leg and left torso. This increased
firepower came at the cost of reducing armor protection to just two tons.[24] BV (1.0) =
276; BV (2.0) = 342[39][23]
WSP-3X
A failed Irian BattleMechs Unlimited variant designed under the supervision of Herbert
Sampson, this model built on the 3M with upgrades to an XL engine and XL gyro. It was armed
with two Thunderbolt 5 launchers and a medium laser, and it used compact heat sinks. The
weight of the new systems necessitated a reduction to a minimal two tons of armor, and due
to high cost and poor performance, the project was scrapped in 3091. BV (2.0) = 521.[40]
WSP-4W
A replacement for the 3W, Wolf's Dragoons deployed this improved model shortly before the
Jihad began due to negative combat experiences with its predecessor. Protection is increased
to three tons of ferro-fibrous armor and it is powered by a light fusion engine with 10
double heat sinks. The right arm and left torso are equipped with ER medium lasers and a
pair of small pulse lasers are installed in the left leg. BV (2.0) = 551[41]
WSP-5A
Produced after the Dark Age began, this Wasp variant uses an Magna Mk VI ER medium laser and
Holly Streak SRM-2 as its weaponry. The Streak ammo is protected by CASE II while the armor
is ferro-fibrous. This variant uses an Hermes 160 XL engine to reach speeds of 120 km/h, and
eight jump jets are attached to the Irian Chassis Fourth Generation Class 20 endo-composite
frame to allow 240 meter jumps. BV (2.0) = 517[42]
WSP-7MAF
This 3071 variant uses an XL engine on a Hellespont Type W endo steel frame to propel the
Wasp up to 129 km/h. It also mounts enough jump jets to match, with a maximum range of 240
meters per jump. It has to use this speed to good effect, as it is only protected by three
tons of Jolassa 328 armor. The right arm medium laser was upgraded to a Diverse Optics ER
medium laser, and the design uses 10 double heat sinks to dissipate waste heat. Finally, a
Doombud MML-5 with two tons of ammunition gives it a decent punch at all ranges. In order to
make room for these upgrades, a small cockpit and XL gyro are also used. Despite the unit
designation, the design was manufactured by all three members of the Trinity Alliance at
Hellespont Industries, Taurus Territorial Industries, and Detroit Consolidated
MechWorks.[32] BV (2.0) = 488[43]
WSP-8T
Manufactured by Hellespont and Detroit Consolidated in 3075, the 8T carries a single MML-3
and a light PPC to increase the Wasp's effective range. The increased size of the weaponry
forced designers to use a small cockpit and XL engine. BV (2.0) = 439[44]
Wasp C
Produced by Wolf Empire techs, this 'Mech uses a unique blend of Clan and Inner Sphere
technology. The engine, gyro, endo steel chassis, and jump jets are Inner Sphere quality,
while the Type-1 ferro-fibrous armor, double heat sinks, and weapons are Clan grade. The
right arm carries a mammoth Clan Series 6b ER large laser while the left leg has a
Clan-built Pattern J2 Improved One Shot Streak SRM-2. The laser's long range is particularly
useful, as the Wasp C has ground speed and jump radius of Succession Wars era Wasps. BV
(2.0) = 755[42][11]
Apocryphal Variants:
two unnamed consecutive modifications that 'Mech techs would perform on WSP-1A at
MechIt-Lubes on Chara III, with the impression given that they are standardized and common
modifications that are frequently made as of 3028:
WSP-2A Super Wasp - Although it carried the designation WSP-2A, this is arguably not a
variant but rather a new 'Mech design based on the regular Wasp in a similar fashion to IIC
evolutions of existing designs, albeit without Clan level technology. The Super Wasp weighs
in at 25 tons, 25% more than its predecessor.
Wasp LAM - A heavy modification of the Wasp, it was capable of transforming between a 'Mech
and an aerospace fighter. The most successful of the LAMs, it is nonetheless very rare and
hard to use, and is almost unseen by the thirty-first century. While the Wasp has seen many
variants and production over the years, the LAM model was only briefly produced.
"First Modification"
SRM-2 and ammunition exchanged for one medium laser in the left leg and a ton of armor (+4
to head, +4 to center torso, +3 to each leg, +2 to each side torso and -2 to center
torso/rear)
"Second Modification"
In addition to the first modification, all jump jets are exchanged for three medium lasers,
with one each installed in the head, center torso, and left arm.
The Marek Zabielski dossier, from the MechWarrior: Dark Age Counterassault set, cites an
unknown variant of the Wasp with serial number DA4350-11L. This Wasp has been equipped with
endo steel, a 120-rated XL engine, jump jets, an ER medium laser, and an LRM 10 launcher. It
was noted as being customized with Clan technology and is likely a one-off customization.
Notable MechWarriors:
Notable WSP Wasp Pilots:
Aigiarn
Aigiarn
Personal
Died ca. 3150[1]
Affiliation Free Worlds League[2]
Wolf Empire[2]
Career
Rank MechWarrior[2]
Profession MechWarrior[2]
Aigiarn was a MechWarrior in the Theta Galaxy.
Born in the Free Worlds League as Aigiarn Tsendsüren, she was outraged by the 3137 Lyran
Commonwealth invasion of the Marik-Stewart Commonwealth.
When the Wolf Empire turned on the Commonwealth, Aigiarn now had a medium to strike back at
the Lyrans. Testing out as a Warrior, she was assigned to a recon Star in Theta Galaxy.
During their raid on Caledonia, the Lyran Eighth Donegal Guards was able to cut the Wolf
forces off from their DropShips. Aigiarn's recon Star led the push through the lighter
elements of the Guards, with Aigiarn personally accounting for two Commandos and a Hellspawn
before being killed. Her actions earned her a mention in the Remembrance.[1][2]
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Rico Cazador
Personal
Affiliation Capellan Confederation[1]
Career
Rank Subcommander[1]
Profession MechWarrior
Rico Cazador was a Subcommander in the Twenty-fourth Sian Dragoons, who led a lance of Wasps
during the third attack on Oriente in 2805. Cazador attempted to minimize civilian
casualties while clearing buildings, an attitude that was effective, but which produced
slower results than those of other units. As a consequence, Cazador and his lance were
assigned to rearguard duties during the retreat from Oriente and were lost in action.
Despite being outgunned and outnumbered, Cazador and his lancemates managed to slow pursuing
forces from the Regulan Hussars and destroy three light BattleMechs and two lances of Combat
Vehicles.[1]
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Ol' Deke
Ol' Deke
Personal
Also known as "Ol' Deke"
Affiliation Antallos[1]
Career
Profession MechWarrior[1]
"Ol' Deke" was a MechWarrior in the wastes of Antallos.[1]
Deke is an occasional guardian angel for travelers in the Antallos wastes who ventured
outside the city-states. Little is known about him, and one eyewitness claimed Deke had
Enhanced Imaging, only adding to his mystery.[1]
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Vynessa Erindottir
Vynessa Erindottir
Personal
Affiliation Federated Suns[1]
Career
Rank MechTech[1]
Profession MechTech[1]
Vynessa Erindottir was a MechTech in the Davion Guards.[1]
Erindottir is an eccentric yet mechanical genius who speaks with an affected, and poor,
Scottish accent. She rebuilt a Star League era WSP-1A Wasp by hand, eventually upgrading it
to WSP-5A specifications This attracted the attention of MIIO who immediately drafted her
into the Davion Guards as the realm tried desperately to recoup their staggering losses.[1]
Cater Gao
Cater Gao
Personal
Born 23 September 3102[1]
Affiliation Republic of the Sphere[1]
Bannson's Raiders[1]
Career
Rank MechWarrior[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Cater Gao was a MechWarrior, who served in the Recon "Clown" Lance of Wyld's Jokers, during
the Dark Age Era.[1]
Personal Appearance
Cater was a short, fat and loud man, who most resembles a dark-skinned and dark-haired Santa
Claus.[1]
History
A native of David, Cater piloted IndustrialMechs before the Raiders recruited him. Some
people attribute his good nature to a defense mechanism, to mask his lackluster combat
skills, as his ability with a 'Mech is rudimentary and he has a track record for being
defeated in combat. He served in the Recon "Clowns" Lance under Mavis Morgan[1]
BattleMech
Gao piloted a WSP-3P Wasp, nicknamed "Jolly Roger", with the serial number CF6170-45E.
Originally built for the Circinus Federation, it was incorporated into the RAF in 3081, and
somehow fell into the hands of the Bannson's Raiders following the Blackout.[1]
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Gerald (Clan Snow Raven)
Gerald
Personal
Affiliation Clan Snow Raven[1]
Career
Rank MechWarrior[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Gerald was a MechWarrior in Clan Snow Raven.[1]
Gerald and his Wasp were common sights on Alpheratz. He took part in the first reported
combat use of the -3A when he challenged Star Commander Reginald to a Trial of Grievance.
Facing Reginald's Baboon, Gerald used his jump jets to close the distance and used terrain
to evade missiles. Leveraging the accuracy of his pulse lasers, Gerald tore through the
Baboons's rear armor. He won much praise for taking down his superior officer in a
"Spheroid" ’Mech. RAF analysts obtained the Battle ROM in order to assess the -3A's
capabilities[1]
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Conner Grayson
Conner Grayson
Personal
Affiliation Fifty-First Dark Panzer Jaegers[1]
Career
Rank MechWarrior[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Conner Grayson was a MechWarrior in the Fifty-First Dark Panzer Jaegers.[1]
Formerly a Commando pilot for the Lyran Commonwealth he suffered a cockpit breach during
FedCom Civil War fighting and was left scarred and disillusioned. Resigning his LCAF
commission he became a mercenary and drifted from unit to unit for years until signing on
with the Fifty-First Dark Panzer Jaegers in 3066. The next year he was part of a strike
force on Outreach that assassinated Blackwell Heavy Industries's Chief Financial Officer,
Thomas Crown. Crown was killed by a salvo from Grayson's Wasp which was originally
attributed to a stray shot while trying to assassinate Blackwell's Vice President of
Logistics, Dameon Guillome, but it was later determined Crown had been the actual target of
the assassination after all.[1][2]
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Charles Greely
Charles Greely
Personal
Affiliation Free Worlds League;
Eridani Light Horse;
Clan Goliath Scorpion;
Escorpión Imperio
Career
Rank Lieutenant
Profession MechWarrior
Charles Greely was a MechWarrior and officer who served in the Eridani Light Horse, and
later Clan Goliath Scorpion and the Escorpión Imperio, in the thirty-first century.[1][2]
Early Career
The Regulus-born Greely first signed on with the Eridani Light Horse in 3023.[2] By 3025, he
was a Lieutenant and commander of the Recon Lance, Third Recon Company ("Slashers"),
Eleventh Recon Battalion of the Seventy-first Light Horse Regiment.[1]
Task Force Serpent
In 3059, Greely was still with the Eleventh Recon Battalion, with whom he joined Task Force
Serpent, and participated in fighting against Clan Smoke Jaguar during the invasion of
Huntress in the Clan Homeworlds. He remained with the Second Star League garrison on
Huntress after the invasion, eventually being taken as abtakha by Clan Goliath Scorpion,
together with most of the remaining members of his unit.[2] However, according to Khan Ariel
Suvorov, by February of 3075, all of the other Scorpions' warriors who originated as abtakha
taken from the Eridani Light Horse were dead.[3] Thus, it is implied he is one of the
handful of members who were absorbed into the Clan and survived the Wars of Reaving.
Escorpión Imperio
With Clan Goliath Scorpion, Greely continued as an active MechWarrior to an advanced age,
surviving the Wars of Reaving and still being seen in his 'Mech in the Escorpión Imperio as
late of 3090.[2]
BattleMech
Greely was known to have piloted a Wasp BattleMech, which despite being increasingly
battered, he piloted from at least 3023 to 3090.[1][2]
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Caesar Green-Davion
Caesar Green-Davion
Personal
Affiliation House Green-Davion[1]
Career
Rank Leftenant[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Caesar Green-Davion was an officer with the Davion Light Guards and a noble of the Federated
Suns.
Leftenant Green-Davion was an extremely distant member of the Davion family and was several
hundred people back in the line of succession. As the fortunes of the Federated Suns
declined sharply during the thirty-second century and casualties mounted, Caesar saw his
position in line move up dramatically. Possessing no desire to rule, Caesar could
increasingly be seen in the thick of battle as he hoped to die in combat.[1]
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Leopold Hiraguchi
Leopold Hiraguchi
Personal
Affiliation Draconis Combine[1]
Career
Rank Chu-sa[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Leopold Hiraguchi was the commander of Second Battalion, Fifth Sword of Light.[1]
Hiraguchi was a Tai-i during the Fourth Succession War when he attacked the Fifth Deneb
Light Cavalry on Northwind with the Fifth Sword. His exceptional piloting skill and accuracy
allowed him to outmatch his AFFS opponents. By 3049 he had been promoted to Chu-sa and
entrusted with the Second Battalion.[1] By 3059 he was no longer in command of Second
Battalion, his disposition unknown.[2]
BattleMech
Hiraguchi piloted a WSP-1A Wasp, and later a WSP-1S captured from the Lyran Commonwealth.[1]
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Akbar ibn Rashid
Akbar ibn Rashid
Personal
Died 3068
Affiliation Capellan Confederation[1]
Career
Rank Sao-wei[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Akbar ibn Rashid was a Sao-wei in the Fifth Confederation Reserve Cavalry.[1]
ibn Rashid commanded a lance that was obliterated by the Jie Fang Legion, but rather than
retreat in his Stealth Armor WSP-3L Wasp he charged the heavier ’Mechs and damaged
several. As the Legion formation pivoted he maneuvered his Wasp into the rear of an outdated
Archer and charged into its weakened rear armor. The impact detonated the Archer's LRM
magazine, killing both pilots.[1]
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Dustin Inman
Dustin Inman
Personal
Also known as "Wraith"
Affiliation Twelfth Star Guards[1]
Career
Rank MechWarrior[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Dustin "Wraith" Inman was a MechWarrior in the Twelfth Star Guards.[1]
Inman was with the Twelfth Star Guards on Wotan when Clan Jade Falcon attacked in May 3050.
His family Wasp was destroyed, but he managed to obtain the focusing array of a ClanTech
laser before escaping aboard a merchant DropShip. The Federated Commonwealth refused to
indemnify his losses, so he sold the focusing array to the Free Worlds League in exchange
for a new model right off the production lines.[1]
BattleMech
Inman piloted two Wasps, the latter a WSP-3M.[1]
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Chantal Jackson
Chantal Jackson
Personal
Affiliation McClure's Hive[1]
Career
Rank Major[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Chantal Jackson was a major in command of Second Battalion, McClure's Hive.[1]
Chantal Jackson was a MechWarrior in the Magistracy Armed Forces who was assigned a new
WSP-3L Wasp in 3068. Along with several others in the MAF, she grew disillusioned with the
increasing ties between the Magistracy and Capellan Confederation. After discussing the
matter with Major Elliria McClure, she elected to defect and in 3069 two reinforced
battalions' worth of other MAF members and Dispossessed formed McClure's Hive on Herotitus.
Jackson was made the executive officer and commander of Second Battalion. During a
subsequent contract on Diik in the Calderon Protectorate, pirates staged a raid on the
Protectorate Arms Conglomerate. Jackson led her worker company to locate the landing zone
and then harried their DropShips until they boosted for orbit without their pirate crew.
Jackson set an ambush for the pirate 'Mechs expecting to return to their vessels and
exterminated the pirate force, but at the cost of two lances.[1]
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Gurpreet Kapoor
Gurpreet Kapoor
Personal
Affiliation Draconis Combine[1]
Career
Rank MechWarrior[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Gurpreet Kapoor was a MechWarrior in the Red Hunter Special Operations Group.[1]
Kapoor served in the Red Hunters circa 3013, prior to their absorption into DEST.[1]
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Tom Knipple
Tom Knipple
Personal
Also known as “Cap’n Nips”
Affiliation Mercenary[1]
Career
Rank MechWarrior[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Tom “Cap’n Nips” Knipple was a MechWarrior in a small mercenary company.[1]
Paper pusher extraordinaire, Knipple served as attorney, negotiator, historian, and clerk to
a small mercenary unit. Despite his abysmal abilities behind the stick Knipple was assigned
a Wasp simply to fill a billet so the unit would continue to qualify for company-strength
contracts. After his unit was devastated by Clan Jade Falcon he used his legal acumen to
ensure the unit was fully indemnified against the losses, which included a brand-new WSP-3W
for himself.[1]
BattleMech
Knipple piloted a WSP-1A Wasp. When that was lost in combat he obtained a brand-new
WSP-3W.[1]
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Ross Malone
Ross Malone
Personal
Affiliation McGee's Cutthroats
Career
Rank MechWarrior
Profession MechWarrior
MechWarrior Ross Malone was an officer with the McGee's Cutthroats during the early
thirty-first century.[1][2]
Malone was a member of Cushing's Scout Lance of McGee's Cutthroats, and was noted as one of
the best trackers in the Inner Sphere, and an expert in 'Mech camouflage. His mission was
generally shadowing enemy formations prior to battle, in order to gather intel.
Malone was also known for refusing promotions, as he preferred to continue in his role as a
scout.[1][2]
BattleMech
Malone piloted a Wasp BattleMech named Nightshroud. Malone personally repainted his 'Mech in
appropriate camo patterns after every campaign.[1][2]
Notes
Ross Malone was also the name of a Waco Rangers Shilone pilot in the TO&E published in
Challenge Magazine as a preview for Mercenary's Handbook. When the information was
officially released, the pilot was changed to Ross Lamone.
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John Malvinson
John Malvinson
Personal
Also known as Snooper
Born 2988
Affiliation Clan Wolf
Wolf's Dragoons
Snord's Irregulars
Career
Rank MechWarrior
Family
Siblings Terry Malvinson
John Malvinson was a member of the Snord's Irregulars mercenary unit.[1][2]
John was born to merchant caste parents in the Clan Homeworlds. He and his brother
volunteered for the Wolf's Dragoons mission, later joining Cranston Snord's unit. They both
used the cover story of being from a small but wealthy family from the Lyran Commonwealth
world of Odessa who were drummed out of the LCAF for savaging. He retired in 3035.[3][4]
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Carver McCool
Carver McCool
Personal
Affiliation Capellan Confederation
Career
Rank Captain
Profession MechWarrior
Captain Carver McCool was a MechWarrior with the Red Lancers during the thirty-first
century.[1]
McCool commanded a recon company with the Capellan Confederation's Red Lancers, including
during the reign of Chancellor Romano Liao. He was notable for refusing to give in to the
pall which reduced morale during Romano's Chancellorship, continuing to showcase his talent.
He was however subject to complaints of physical abuse by subordinates from other companies
with the Red Lancers, though these reports were buried by his superiors.[1]
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Kimberly Michelle
Kimberley Michelle
Personal
Died 22 December 3151
Affiliation First Kearny Highlanders[1][2]
Career
Rank Sergeant[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1][2]
Kimberly Michelle was a Sergeant in the First Kearny Highlanders during the ilClan
era.[1][2]
During her academy years she trained as both a MechWarrior and medic, though she always felt
more comfortable with the cadavers. Her training allowed her to serve double duty as unit
medic when she joined the First Kearny. Behind the controls of her BattleMech she showed an
unnatural mastery of movement.[1][2]
In December 3151 she participated in a reconnaissance-in-force raid to probe Capellan
Confederation defenses on Caph. Instead she discovered that Clan Jade Falcon had occupied
the world. She was killed by a shot to the back by Secily's Pouncer.[1][2]
“ "There are more interesting dead people than there are living. And on a long enough
timeline, we’re all going to end up dead anyway."[1]
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Jody Okigama
Jody Okigama
Personal
Affiliation Smithson's Chinese Bandits
Career
Rank MechWarrior
Profession MechWarrior
MechWarrior Jody Okigama was a member of Smithson's Chinese Bandits during the early
thirty-first century.[1]
She was known for her backwalking tactic, where she walks or runs backward while firing her
weapons at pursuing targets. That tactic pulled her our of several tight situations, and
allowed her to earn eleven kills.[1]
BattleMech
Jody was known to pilot a Wasp BattleMech, nicknamed "Dobber III".[1]
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Mercer Ravannion
Mercer Ravannion
Personal
Died 3023[1]
Affiliation Draconis Combine
Career
Rank Tai-i
Profession MechWarrior
Mercer Ravannion was a MechWarrior from the Draconis Combine, holding the rank of Tai-i
(Captain) in the DCMS from 3019 (at the latest) until his death in 3023.
Ravannion was a three-time DCMS Ballroom Dancing Champion, a collector of porcelain cat
statues, and a loving family man.[2]
However, he's most known for his "Charge of the Horde" tactic which postulated that large
numbers of small, individually weak BattleMechs could overwhelm more powerful 'Mechs through
sheer numbers. To this end he suggested forming "hordes" of six to ten light 'Mechs,
preferrably Stingers and Wasps, instead of the traditional lances. He reasoned that these
could be built relatively cheap and easy, and deploying them in large numbers would also
make it easier to repair and maintain them. Furthermore, most damage was expected to be
relatively light and thus most casualties would be damaged 'Mechs that could be repaired.
Driven by fanaticism, Tai-i Ravannion led three such swarming attacks without regard for men
or matériel, invariably suffering disastrous defeats. Despite these military setbacks, he
insisted that his tactics were sound.
Defending Fallon II against elements of the Seventh Crucis Lancers in 3019, he led four
Stingers and two Wasps (including his own) against the scout lance of McKinnon's Raiders at
the Battle of Markerson, losing all six 'Mechs and escaping only after ejecting from his
disabled 'Mech.[3] The Twelfth Star Guards mercenary unit had been ordered to contribute a
Stinger to the attack, and had sent a Shadow Hawk along as an impartial observer (and for
safety), the only unit to survive the attempt.[1] It was noted that no House was
subsequently prepared to risk 'Mechs on his theories.
In 3022 he attacked Xhosa VII, where he unleashed a full battalion of Wasps and some
Stingers against the understrength planetary garrison which consisted of two companies of
the Draconis March Militia equipped mostly with Locusts and Blackjacks. The attack was
repulsed by the inexperienced, freshly graduated Cadet Captain Michael Ubodo who earned
himself a decoration and demonstrated on the sidelines that even ill-reputed 'Mechs like the
Blackjack can shine when used properly. Ravannion's troops retreated to their DropShips in
disorder.[4][5]
In 3023, Ravannion was killed in another encounter with McKinnon's Raiders on Fallon II.[4]
Stinger pilot Marge Sippers served under Ravannion when she was 16 years old. Rumored to
have a schoolgirl crush on her mentor, she rose to the rank of Tai-i herself after his death
and redeemed the "Charge of the Horde" tactic by including somewhat heavier units,
especially Jenners. She would later found a museum in his honor.[6][2]
Fifty-seven years after Mercer Ravannion's death, one pirate king Ravannion of Tortuga Prime
would reportedly claim to be his descendant according to a dubious tale; the validity of
this claim — and even of the tale as such — remains unconfirmed.[7]
In 3140 the mercenary unit Ravannion's Redemption appeared in the St. Ives Commonality
employing several Koshi BattleMechs, suggesting a philosophical connection to Tai-i Mercer
if not a direct relation.[8][9]
BattleMech
Ravannion piloted a Wasp.[2]
Notes
Mercer Ravannion's obsession with an apparently hopeless tactical theory and his frequent
defeats border on comic relief and have made the character popular among BattleTech fans,
though save for being mentioned in one boardgame scenario he was already dead when the
character was fleshed out.
Technical Readout: 3025 mentions Tai-i Ravannion in two separate entries (for the Stinger
and Blackjack, respectively) and gives the distinct impression that Ravannion's "Charge of
the Horde" is an unsound tactic; similarly, the book's entry for the Atlas claims that a
single Atlas could defeat an entire battalion of Stingers as credible. However, despite the
descriptions ridiculing Ravannion's theory, it should be noted that game mechanics appear to
prove him right: "Charge of the Horde" tactics (also known as "swarming") do in fact have
merit under regular boardgame rules, where they are quite effective.
Field Manual: Mercenaries, Revised mentions that the mercenary group Markson's Marauders are
"one of the only commands" to use the "once debunked tactics of Captain Mercer Ravannion",
suggesting that these tactics could be successful with some modification and appropriate use
- Markson's Marauders are noted to be proficient pirate hunters, for example, but also use
heavier fast 'Mechs. Their swarm tactics also require risking expensive DropShips for proper
deployment.
Technical Readout: 3039 repeats most of the text from TRO: 3025 and calls Ravannion's
theories "discredited". It also mentions Tai-i Sippers and how she achieved surprising
victories using the Charge of the Horde with Jenners. However, it should be noted that this
considerably dilutes the original concept: at 35 tons, Jenners are almost twice as heavy as
Ravannion's preferred 20-ton 'Mechs and significantly more powerful (being noted as a
particularly heavily armed design) but also considerably more expensive, defeating the
original premise of the "Charge of the Horde" as a way to make use of individually weak but
cheap units.
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Aldwin Stewart
Aldwin Stewart
Personal
Born 19 April 3111
Affiliation House Stewart
Career
Rank Lieutenant[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Family
Parents Allison Stewart (mother)
Aldwin Stewart was a Lieutenant, in command of Alae Strike Lance of the Principes Guards,
during the Dark Age Era.[1]
Aldwin was a spoilt and rambunctious youth, kept out of trouble by his mother Allison
Stewart's connections, which came from her position as Planetary Governor of Callison.
Finally growing tired of Aldwin antics however, Allison had Aldwin sent to military school,
hoping to teach him self-discipline. While Aldwin did learn some degree of discipline and
humility, it was stereotypical MechWarrior arrogance soon replaced it. Some of that
arrogance was however justified, as he was given command of a Principes Guards Lance, with
only a minimum of string-pulling.[1]
BattleMech
Stewart piloted a WSP-3K Wasp BattleMech, nicknamed "Golden Goose", serial number
DC5210-37G. O5P records show this 'Mech was listed as destroyed during the Jihad, but it
miraculously reappeared with Draconis Combine forces making a raid on Galtor III almost 40
years later, where it was captured by the Federated Suns. It was sold to the Republic as
salvage by the Suns in 3129.[1]
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Kenyata Woods
Kenyata Woods
Personal
Born 3 December 3093[1]
Affiliation Blackstar Stables[1]
Swordsworn[1]
Career
Rank MechWarrior[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Kenyata Woods was a MechWarrior, who served in the Reconnoiter Lance of the Swordsworn's
Ghost Legion, during the Dark Age Era.[1]
Personal Appearance
Woods had red hair and green eyes.[1]
History
Woods was a second-generation Solaris VII Arena MechWarrior with the Blackstar Stables, who
cultivated a carousing "god's gift to men" persona, that left many wondering where the
persona ended and the woman began. When Black Star dropped her in favor of more respectable
talent, she fought at the lower levels for a year before being recruited to the Swordsworn,
where she served under the command of Santiago Padilla in a Reconnoiter Lance. She however
maintained her celebrity lifestyle even in her reduced circumstances, particularly her
outrageous libertine vices.[1]
BattleMech
Woods piloted a WASP-3L Wasp, nicknamed "Man-Eater", with the serial number FW1576-12G. It
was originally built for the Free Worlds League, inherited by the Marik-Stewart
Commonwealth, then captured by Republic of the Sphere troops in a raid.[1]
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Marek Zabielski
Marek Zabielski
Personal
Born 9 July 3096[1]
Affiliation Capellan Confederation[1]
Career
Rank MechWarrior[1]
Profession MechWarrior[1]
Family
Parents Grisha Zabielski (father)
Svetlana Zabielski (mother)
Marek Zabielski was a MechWarrior in the Swift Lance of the Confederation Reserve
Cavalry.[1]
Marek was a loyal son of the Confederation who reported his parents to his superiors for
their opposition to the Chancellor in the wake of the Massacre of Liao. They were later
executed. The Maskirovka monitored him for years afterwards but Marek never showed any
disloyalty or remorse for his actions. He served in Swift Lance alongside Concetina Schiller
and Aniceto Tuvida.[1]
BattleMech
Marek piloted a customized Wasp nicknamed "Buzzsaw" with the serial number DA4350-11L. It
was originally fielded by the Duchy of Andurien before being captured by the Confederation
and repaired with some Clan technology.[1]
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Equipment Mass
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Internal Structure: Endo Steel 2.00
Engine: 280 XL 8.00
Walking MP: 8
Running MP: 12
Jumping MP: 5
Heat Sinks (Double): 13 [26] 3.00
Gyro: Compact (IS) 4.50
Cockpit: Small 2.00
Armor Factor: 80 4.50
Type: Ferro-Fibrous
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 11 11
Center Torso (rear): 2
R/L Torso: 8 9
R/L Torso (rear): 2
R/L Arm: 6 9
R/L Leg: 8 9
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Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Tonnage
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Nova CEWS H 1 1.50
TAG H 1 1.00
Jump Jet CT 1 0.50
CASE II RT 1 0.50
2 Jump Jets RT 2 1.00
Streak SRM 2 RT 1 1.00
Streak SRM 2 (Ammo 50) RT 1 1.00
CASE II LT 1 0.50
2 Jump Jets LT 2 1.00
Streak SRM 2 LT 1 1.00
Streak SRM 2 (Ammo 50) LT 1 1.00
ER Medium Laser RA 1 1.00
Chameleon LPS (IS) * 6 0.00
Null-Signature System (IS) ** 7 0.00
* Chameleon LPS occupies 1 critical slot in each location except the Head and Center Torso
** Null-Signature System occupies 1 critical slot in each location except the Head
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Alpha Strike Statistics
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Point Value (PV): 37
TP: BM, SZ: 1, TMM: 3, MV: 16"/10"j
Damage: (S) 2 / (M) 2 / (L) 0, OV: 0
Armor (A): 3, Structure (S): 2
Specials: CASEII, ECM, JMPW1, MHQ1, NOVA, PRB, RCN, STL, TAG
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