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Line 7: ; Aerojock: A slang term to refer to an [[aerospace fighter]] pilot. ; Aerojock: A slang term to refer to an [[aerospace fighter]] pilot. − ;<span id="Aff">''Aff''</span> : Clan abbreviation of "Affirmative." Generally used in place of "Yes." + ;<span id="Aff">''Aff''</span> : Clan abbreviation of "Affirmative". Generally used in place of "Yes". ;<span id="Air Lance">Air Lance</span> ;<span id="Air Lance">Air Lance</span> Line 17:
Line 17: ;<span id="Arm of the Dragon">Arm of the Dragon</span> : The [[DCMS|military forces]] of the [[Draconis Combine]]<ref name="HKp113">''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 113: "Wisdom of the Dragon"</ref> ;<span id="Arm of the Dragon">Arm of the Dragon</span> : The [[DCMS|military forces]] of the [[Draconis Combine]]<ref name="HKp113">''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 113: "Wisdom of the Dragon"</ref> − ;<span id="Astech">Astech</span> : Short for "Assistant Technician" or "Apprentice Technician." They are apprentice technicians in the truest sense. They start as completely unskilled laborers and acquire knowledge (at least they should over time) as they continue in service. + ;<span id="Astech">Astech</span> : Short for 'Assistant Technician' or 'Apprentice Technician'. They are apprentice technicians in the truest sense. They start as completely unskilled laborers and acquire knowledge (at least they should over time) as they continue in service. − − ;<span id="Avalanche Drop">Avalanche Drop</span> : A deliberate [[Drop Pod|orbital drop]] directly on top of enemy forces. == B == == B == ;<span id="Ballistic Weapons">Ballistic weapons</span>: Weapons which fire high-speed, unguided projectiles designed to inflict kinetic and/or explosive damage. When compared to [[Energy Weapons]], [[:Category:Ballistic Weapons|ballistic weapons]] produce far less heat, but are generally bulkier and dependent upon limited ammunition. On the Vehicular Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into three classes: [[Machine gun]]s, [[Gauss rifle]]s, and [[Autocannon]]s. On the Infantry Portable Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into the categories of [[Rifle]]s, [[Machine Gun]]s, [[Cannon]]s, [[Autocannon]]s, [[Recoilless Rifle]]s, [[:Category:GyroJet Rifles|GyroJet Rifle]]s, and [[Gauss rifle]]s. ;<span id="Ballistic Weapons">Ballistic weapons</span>: Weapons which fire high-speed, unguided projectiles designed to inflict kinetic and/or explosive damage. When compared to [[Energy Weapons]], [[:Category:Ballistic Weapons|ballistic weapons]] produce far less heat, but are generally bulkier and dependent upon limited ammunition. On the Vehicular Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into three classes: [[Machine gun]]s, [[Gauss rifle]]s, and [[Autocannon]]s. On the Infantry Portable Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into the categories of [[Rifle]]s, [[Machine Gun]]s, [[Cannon]]s, [[Autocannon]]s, [[Recoilless Rifle]]s, [[:Category:GyroJet Rifles|GyroJet Rifle]]s, and [[Gauss rifle]]s. − − ;<span id="Balloon Report">Balloon Report</span> : A Balloon Report is an inaccurate summation of a battle that is filled with "flexible facts stretched around a lot of hot air" instead of an accurate Battle Report that describes the specifics of a battle both good and bad. ;<span id="Batchall">''Batchall''</span> : (Battle Challenge) The ritual by which Clan warriors issue combat challenges. Though the type and phrasing of the challenge varies, most begin with the challenger identifying himself, stating the prize of the contest, and requesting that the defender identify the forces at his disposal. All ''batchalls'' are closed and final when the phrase "bargained well and done" is spoken by both members of the bid. ;<span id="Batchall">''Batchall''</span> : (Battle Challenge) The ritual by which Clan warriors issue combat challenges. Though the type and phrasing of the challenge varies, most begin with the challenger identifying himself, stating the prize of the contest, and requesting that the defender identify the forces at his disposal. All ''batchalls'' are closed and final when the phrase "bargained well and done" is spoken by both members of the bid. Line 49:
Line 45: ;<span id="Chalcas">''Chalcas''</span> : Clan term referring to persons or beliefs which challenge the Clans' rigid caste system. ;<span id="Chalcas">''Chalcas''</span> : Clan term referring to persons or beliefs which challenge the Clans' rigid caste system. − ;<span id="Claws of the Dragon">Claws of the Dragon</span> : The military districts of the [[Draconis Combine]].<ref name="HKp113"/> + ;<span id="Claws of the Dragon">Claws of the Dragon</span> : The military districts of the [[Draconis Combine]]<ref name="HKp113"/> ;<span id="Cluster">Cluster</span> : A Clan military formation consisting of four to five Binaries or Trinaries, roughly equivalent to a reinforced battalion or understrength regiment. At this level, Clan units are often combined-arms formations. ;<span id="Cluster">Cluster</span> : A Clan military formation consisting of four to five Binaries or Trinaries, roughly equivalent to a reinforced battalion or understrength regiment. At this level, Clan units are often combined-arms formations. Line 181:
Line 177: == J == == J == − ;<span id="Jàrnskib">''Jàrnskib''</span> : The term used by the JàrnFòlk to describe their JumpShips; translates literally as "iron ships."<ref name="ISP3:IEp64"/> + ;<span id="Jàrnskib">''Jàrnskib''</span> : The term used by the JàrnFòlk to describe their JumpShips; translates literally as "iron ships".<ref name="ISP3:IEp64"/> ; Jock : A slang term to refer to a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] ; Jock : A slang term to refer to a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] Line 190:
Line 186: == K == == K == − ;<span id="Knight-Errant">Knight-Errant</span> : An entry level rank of [[Republic of the Sphere#Knights|Knight]] in the service of the [[Republic of the Sphere]]; there is no equivalent to this rank. For information see article in Republic of the Sphere main article. Also the Brotherhood of Randis rank for a lance commander. Originally used for wandering (''errant'') knights. + ;<span id="Knight-Errant">Knight-Errant</span> : An entry level rank of [[Republic of the Sphere#Knights|Knight]] in the service [[The Republic of the Sphere]]; there is no equivalent to this rank. For information see article in Republic of the Sphere main article. Also the Brotherhood of Randis rank for a lance commander. Originally used for wandering (''errant'') knights. ;<span id="Kuge">Kuge</span> : The highest class in the Draconis Combine. They are the nobility, responsible for running much of the government. ;<span id="Kuge">Kuge</span> : The highest class in the Draconis Combine. They are the nobility, responsible for running much of the government. Line 214:
Line 210: ;<span id="Mechjock">Mechjock</span>: A slang term to refer to a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] ;<span id="Mechjock">Mechjock</span>: A slang term to refer to a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] − ;<span id="Melee Weapons">Melee Weapons</span>: Term for BattleMech scale melee weapons such as [[Hatchet]]s and [[Sword (weapon)|Sword]]s. While nominally armed with ranged weaponry, the technological decline of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] led to the development of specialized BattleMech scale melee weapons in response to the impromptu battlefield debris for physical attacks. While many deride melee weapons as a waste of tonnage and the [[Clans]] consider them highly dishonorable, their ability to inflict increased damage without a heat cost has led to their appearance both in and outside the arenas of [[Solaris VII]]. + ;<span id="Melee Weapons">Melee Weapons</span>: Term for BattleMech scale melee weapons such as [[Hatchet]]s and [[Sword]]s. While nominally armed with ranged weaponry, the technological decline of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] led to the development of specialized BattleMech scale melee weapons in response to the impromptu battlefield debris for physical attacks. While many deride melee weapons as a waste of tonnage and the [[Clans]] consider them highly dishonorable, their ability to inflict increased damage without a heat cost has led to their appearance both in and outside the arenas of [[Solaris VII]]. − − ;<span id="Mercenary's Star">Mercenary's Star</span>: A popular term referring to the premier center of mercenary hiring in the Inner Sphere. − ;<span id="Minister General">Minister-General</span>: (New) Free Worlds League political title created by [[Nikol Marik]] in [[3138]], whose duties include ministering to the people of the League to ensure people of the league remain free.<ref>''To Ride the Chimera'', p. 221: Nikol explanation on her self-made title.</ref> The MG also sits over FWL Parliament while it is in session and handles domestic affairs of the League.<ref>''To Ride the Chimera'', p. 314: Thaddeus Marik explains MG's primary responsibility.</ref> Acts as primary aide to the [[Captain-General of the Free Worlds League|Captain-General]]. + ;<span id="Minister General">Minister-General</span>: (New) Free Worlds League political title created by [[Nikol Marik]] in [[3138]], whose duties include ministering to the people of the League to ensure people of the league remain free.<ref>''To Ride the Chimera'', p. 221: Nikol explanation on her self-made title.</ref> The MG also sits over FWL Parliament while it is in session and handles domestic affairs of the League.<ref>''To Ride the Chimera'', p. 314: Thaddeus Marik explains MG's primary responsibility.</ref> Acts as primary aide to the [[Captain-General]]. ;<span id="Missile Weapons">Missile Weapons</span>: Missile Weapons are Rockets and Missiles that are fired from tubes and include an engine in the projectile. Some of these weapons travel a flat trajectory, others have an arcing trajectory that allows them to clear terrain features. In general parlance, Rockets are unguided and Missiles have some form of guidance. ;<span id="Missile Weapons">Missile Weapons</span>: Missile Weapons are Rockets and Missiles that are fired from tubes and include an engine in the projectile. Some of these weapons travel a flat trajectory, others have an arcing trajectory that allows them to clear terrain features. In general parlance, Rockets are unguided and Missiles have some form of guidance. Line 229:
Line 223: == N == == N == − ;<span id="Nathaculor">''Nathaculor''</span>: A series of ''zellbrigen'' duels. Also called "the strike of the unswerving sword": a battle philosophy dictating a series of direct attacks by Clan Jade Falcon.<ref name=JFS25>''Jade Falcon Sourcebook'', p. 25: "First Wave: Falcon in Flight"</ref><ref name=ER3062_56>''Era Report: 3062'', p. 56: "Turkina Keshik"</ref> + ;<span id="Nathaculor">''Nathaculor''</span>: A series of ''zellbrigen'' duels.<ref name=ER3062_56>''Era Report: 3062'', p. 56: "Turkina Keshik"</ref> − ;<span id="Naval Star">Naval Star</span> : A Clan formation consisting of 5–6 individual JumpShips or WarShips under the command of a Trueborn officer with the rank of [[Star Admiral]].<ref>''Field Manual: Warden Clans'' pp. 10–11: Aerospace Assets - Naval Star size and description.</ref> + ;<span id="Naval Star">Naval Star</span> : A Clan formation consisting of 5-6 individual JumpShips or WarShips under the command of a Trueborn officer with the rank of [[Star Admiral]].<ref>''Field Manual: Warden Clans'' pp. 10-11: Aerospace Assets - Naval Star size and description.</ref> − ;<span id="Neg">''Neg''</span> : Clan abbreviation of "Negative." + ;<span id="Neg">''Neg''</span> : Clan abbreviation of "Negative". ;<span id="Neo-Feudalism">Neo-Feudalism</span> : This concept, first espoused by [[Edward Schedrin]], was an attempt to balance the needs of massive, marginal working populations with those of their societies as a whole.<ref>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 4: "Neo-Feudalism"</ref> ;<span id="Neo-Feudalism">Neo-Feudalism</span> : This concept, first espoused by [[Edward Schedrin]], was an attempt to balance the needs of massive, marginal working populations with those of their societies as a whole.<ref>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 4: "Neo-Feudalism"</ref> Line 240:
Line 234: ;<span id="Oathmaster">Oathmaster</span> : Clan name for the master of any particular Clan ceremony. This can be a temporary position for small ceremonies or events such as trials, or a permanent position answering to the Khan of a Clan. Oathmasters are also responsible for knowing rules and laws of the various ceremonies to be conducted. ;<span id="Oathmaster">Oathmaster</span> : Clan name for the master of any particular Clan ceremony. This can be a temporary position for small ceremonies or events such as trials, or a permanent position answering to the Khan of a Clan. Oathmasters are also responsible for knowing rules and laws of the various ceremonies to be conducted. − ;<span id="Oyabun">''Oyabun''</span> : Borrowed from Japanese, literally "foster parent." He is also the absolute leader of a [[Yakuza]] clan. + ;<span id="Oyabun">''Oyabun''</span> : Borrowed from Japanese, literally "foster parent". He is also the absolute leader of a [[Yakuza]] clan. == P == == P == − ;<span id="PBI">PBI</span> : A MechWarrior's acronym for "Poor Bloody Infantry," those forced to fight without a 'Mech or other vehicle. Often crushed underfoot, toasted with Flamers, or riddled with Machine Gun bullets by amused pilots; PBIs fight back with shoulder-launched SRMs, Inferno missiles, hand Flamers, and satchel charges. + ;<span id="PBI">PBI</span> : A MechWarrior's acronym for "Poor Bloody Infantry", those forced to fight without a 'Mech or other vehicle. Often crushed underfoot, toasted with Flamers, or riddled with Machine Gun bullets by amused pilots; PBIs fight back with shoulder-launched SRMs, Inferno missiles, hand Flamers, and satchel charges. ;<span id="Personal Weapons">Personal Weapons</span> : Pistols and other small weapons carried in addition to any arms issued. ;<span id="Personal Weapons">Personal Weapons</span> : Pistols and other small weapons carried in addition to any arms issued. Line 271:
Line 265: ;<span id="Provisional Galaxy">Provisional Galaxy</span> : A second-line or reserve Clan formation consisting mainly of second-line BattleMechs and other equipment. Provisional Galaxies are used to garrison and defend Clan worlds. ;<span id="Provisional Galaxy">Provisional Galaxy</span> : A second-line or reserve Clan formation consisting mainly of second-line BattleMechs and other equipment. Provisional Galaxies are used to garrison and defend Clan worlds. − ;<span id="Power Armor">Power armor</span> : Essentially an industrial exoskeleton that has been covered in armor, this suit of infantry armor is powered by battery packs and may or may not be armed. Power armor comes in the following flavors in the game rules: [[:Category:PA(L) Battle Armor|power armor (light)]], [[light battle armor]] (also known as "scout battle armor"), [[medium battle armor]], [[heavy battle armor]], and [[assault battle armor]]. + ;<span id="Power Armor">Power armor</span> : Essentially an industrial exoskeleton that has been covered in armor, this suit of infantry armor is powered by battery packs and may or may not be armed. Power armor comes in the following flavors in the game rules: power armor (light), [[light battle armor]] (also known as "scout battle armor"), [[medium battle armor]], [[heavy battle armor]], and [[assault battle armor]]. == Q == == Q == Line 295:
Line 289: ;<span id="Retrotech">Retrotech</span> : Technological term for Primitive Technology in the late [[thirty-first century]]. The [[Age of War]] level of technology was revitalized among haggard factions of the Inner Sphere to bolster their armies with any type of equipment, regardless of the technological level.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 144: New Construction Option: Retrotech - Basic info on Retrotech.</ref> The term was originally coined by the [[MRBC]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 167: Retrotech - basic description of technology and its reemergence.</ref> Often styled RetroTech. ;<span id="Retrotech">Retrotech</span> : Technological term for Primitive Technology in the late [[thirty-first century]]. The [[Age of War]] level of technology was revitalized among haggard factions of the Inner Sphere to bolster their armies with any type of equipment, regardless of the technological level.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 144: New Construction Option: Retrotech - Basic info on Retrotech.</ref> The term was originally coined by the [[MRBC]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 167: Retrotech - basic description of technology and its reemergence.</ref> Often styled RetroTech. − ;<span id="Ristar">''Ristar''</span> : Clan portmanteau for "rising star," referring to a particularly gifted warrior on his or her way to high position. + ;<span id="Ristar">''Ristar''</span> : Clan portmanteau for "rising star", referring to a particularly gifted warrior on his or her way to high position. ;<span id="Rite of the Vision">Rite of the Vision</span> : [[Clan Nova Cat]] ritual in which a warrior meditates before a large fire to bring on a vision of that person's future. The ritual uses objects known as a ''vineer'' to bring about this vision. The warrior also does not sleep for over 24 hours and fasts. ;<span id="Rite of the Vision">Rite of the Vision</span> : [[Clan Nova Cat]] ritual in which a warrior meditates before a large fire to bring on a vision of that person's future. The ritual uses objects known as a ''vineer'' to bring about this vision. The warrior also does not sleep for over 24 hours and fasts. − ; Ronin : A Japanese term for "masterless samurai." + ; Ronin : A Japanese term for "masterless samurai". == S == == S == Line 316:
Line 310: ;<span id="Snakes">Snakes</span> : Term under which [[DCMS]] soldiers are known outside their frontiers, basically if given individual comes from the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] or the [[Federated Suns]]. ;<span id="Snakes">Snakes</span> : Term under which [[DCMS]] soldiers are known outside their frontiers, basically if given individual comes from the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] or the [[Federated Suns]]. − ;<span id="Søskende">''Søskende''</span> : This term, which also means "siblings," is also used by the JàrnFòlk to refer to members of their own clan regardless of actual blood relationship.<ref name="ISP3:IEp64"/> + ;<span id="Søskende">''Søskende''</span> : This term, which also means "siblings", is also used by the JàrnFòlk to refer to members of their own clan regardless of actual blood relationship.<ref name="ISP3:IEp64"/> ;<span id="Sons of the Dragon">Sons of the Dragon</span> : Loyal citizens of the Draconis Combine.<ref name="HKp114"/> ;<span id="Sons of the Dragon">Sons of the Dragon</span> : Loyal citizens of the Draconis Combine.<ref name="HKp114"/> Line 335:
Line 329: ;<span id="Tetrarch">Tetrarch</span> : The title given to one of the four co-rulers of the [[Tikonov Union]] and the later [[Tikonov Grand Union]] while those states existed.<ref>''House Liao (The Capellan Confederation)'', pp. 22–23: "Friends And Other Enemies"</ref> ;<span id="Tetrarch">Tetrarch</span> : The title given to one of the four co-rulers of the [[Tikonov Union]] and the later [[Tikonov Grand Union]] while those states existed.<ref>''House Liao (The Capellan Confederation)'', pp. 22–23: "Friends And Other Enemies"</ref> − ;<span id="Thuggee">Thuggee</span> : The [[Thuggee Cult]] was a pre-spaceflight death cult of assassins, which was secretly devoted to the Hindu death goddess, Kali. The cult was known to have numerous enclaves throughout the Inner Sphere by the thirty-first century. They became more public in their devotion to Romano and Kali Liao in thirty-first century, viewing them as avatars.<ref>''Warrior: Riposte'', p. 125: [[Quintus Allard]] tells of what he knows of Thuggee in [[3028]].</ref> + ;<span id="Thuggee">Thuggee</span> : Pre-spaceflight death cult of assassins, which was secretly devoted to the Hindu death goddess, Kali. The cult was known to have numerous enclaves throughout the Inner Sphere by the thirty-first century. They became more public in their devotion to Romano and Kali Liao in thirty-first century, viewing them as avatars.<ref>''Warrior: Riposte'', p. 125: [[Quintus Allard]] tells of what he knows of Thuggee in [[3028]].</ref> == U == == U == Line 363:
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; Aerojock: A slang term to refer to an [[aerospace fighter]] pilot. | ; Aerojock: A slang term to refer to an [[aerospace fighter]] pilot. | ||
| − | ;<span id="Aff">''Aff''</span> : Clan abbreviation of "Affirmative. | + | ;<span id="Aff">''Aff''</span> : Clan abbreviation of "Affirmative". Generally used in place of "Yes". |
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;<span id="Arm of the Dragon">Arm of the Dragon</span> : The [[DCMS|military forces]] of the [[Draconis Combine]]<ref name="HKp113">''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 113: "Wisdom of the Dragon"</ref> | ;<span id="Arm of the Dragon">Arm of the Dragon</span> : The [[DCMS|military forces]] of the [[Draconis Combine]]<ref name="HKp113">''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 113: "Wisdom of the Dragon"</ref> | ||
| − | ;<span id="Astech">Astech</span> : Short for | + | ;<span id="Astech">Astech</span> : Short for 'Assistant Technician' or 'Apprentice Technician'. They are apprentice technicians in the truest sense. They start as completely unskilled laborers and acquire knowledge (at least they should over time) as they continue in service. |
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;<span id="Ballistic Weapons">Ballistic weapons</span>: Weapons which fire high-speed, unguided projectiles designed to inflict kinetic and/or explosive damage. When compared to [[Energy Weapons]], [[:Category:Ballistic Weapons|ballistic weapons]] produce far less heat, but are generally bulkier and dependent upon limited ammunition. On the Vehicular Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into three classes: [[Machine gun]]s, [[Gauss rifle]]s, and [[Autocannon]]s. On the Infantry Portable Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into the categories of [[Rifle]]s, [[Machine Gun]]s, [[Cannon]]s, [[Autocannon]]s, [[Recoilless Rifle]]s, [[:Category:GyroJet Rifles|GyroJet Rifle]]s, and [[Gauss rifle]]s. | ;<span id="Ballistic Weapons">Ballistic weapons</span>: Weapons which fire high-speed, unguided projectiles designed to inflict kinetic and/or explosive damage. When compared to [[Energy Weapons]], [[:Category:Ballistic Weapons|ballistic weapons]] produce far less heat, but are generally bulkier and dependent upon limited ammunition. On the Vehicular Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into three classes: [[Machine gun]]s, [[Gauss rifle]]s, and [[Autocannon]]s. On the Infantry Portable Scale, Ballistic Weapons fall broadly into the categories of [[Rifle]]s, [[Machine Gun]]s, [[Cannon]]s, [[Autocannon]]s, [[Recoilless Rifle]]s, [[:Category:GyroJet Rifles|GyroJet Rifle]]s, and [[Gauss rifle]]s. | ||
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;<span id="Batchall">''Batchall''</span> : (Battle Challenge) The ritual by which Clan warriors issue combat challenges. Though the type and phrasing of the challenge varies, most begin with the challenger identifying himself, stating the prize of the contest, and requesting that the defender identify the forces at his disposal. All ''batchalls'' are closed and final when the phrase "bargained well and done" is spoken by both members of the bid. | ;<span id="Batchall">''Batchall''</span> : (Battle Challenge) The ritual by which Clan warriors issue combat challenges. Though the type and phrasing of the challenge varies, most begin with the challenger identifying himself, stating the prize of the contest, and requesting that the defender identify the forces at his disposal. All ''batchalls'' are closed and final when the phrase "bargained well and done" is spoken by both members of the bid. | ||
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;<span id="Chalcas">''Chalcas''</span> : Clan term referring to persons or beliefs which challenge the Clans' rigid caste system. | ;<span id="Chalcas">''Chalcas''</span> : Clan term referring to persons or beliefs which challenge the Clans' rigid caste system. | ||
| − | ;<span id="Claws of the Dragon">Claws of the Dragon</span> : The military districts of the [[Draconis Combine]] | + | ;<span id="Claws of the Dragon">Claws of the Dragon</span> : The military districts of the [[Draconis Combine]]<ref name="HKp113"/> |
;<span id="Cluster">Cluster</span> : A Clan military formation consisting of four to five Binaries or Trinaries, roughly equivalent to a reinforced battalion or understrength regiment. At this level, Clan units are often combined-arms formations. | ;<span id="Cluster">Cluster</span> : A Clan military formation consisting of four to five Binaries or Trinaries, roughly equivalent to a reinforced battalion or understrength regiment. At this level, Clan units are often combined-arms formations. | ||
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| − | ;<span id="Jàrnskib">''Jàrnskib''</span> : The term used by the JàrnFòlk to describe their JumpShips; translates literally as "iron ships. | + | ;<span id="Jàrnskib">''Jàrnskib''</span> : The term used by the JàrnFòlk to describe their JumpShips; translates literally as "iron ships".<ref name="ISP3:IEp64"/> |
; Jock : A slang term to refer to a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] | ; Jock : A slang term to refer to a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] | ||
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| − | ;<span id="Knight-Errant">Knight-Errant</span> : An entry level rank of [[Republic of the Sphere#Knights|Knight]] in the service | + | ;<span id="Knight-Errant">Knight-Errant</span> : An entry level rank of [[Republic of the Sphere#Knights|Knight]] in the service [[The Republic of the Sphere]]; there is no equivalent to this rank. For information see article in Republic of the Sphere main article. Also the Brotherhood of Randis rank for a lance commander. Originally used for wandering (''errant'') knights. |
;<span id="Kuge">Kuge</span> : The highest class in the Draconis Combine. They are the nobility, responsible for running much of the government. | ;<span id="Kuge">Kuge</span> : The highest class in the Draconis Combine. They are the nobility, responsible for running much of the government. | ||
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;<span id="Mechjock">Mechjock</span>: A slang term to refer to a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] | ;<span id="Mechjock">Mechjock</span>: A slang term to refer to a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] | ||
| − | ;<span id="Melee Weapons">Melee Weapons</span>: Term for BattleMech scale melee weapons such as [[Hatchet]]s and [[ | + | ;<span id="Melee Weapons">Melee Weapons</span>: Term for BattleMech scale melee weapons such as [[Hatchet]]s and [[Sword]]s. While nominally armed with ranged weaponry, the technological decline of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] led to the development of specialized BattleMech scale melee weapons in response to the impromptu battlefield debris for physical attacks. While many deride melee weapons as a waste of tonnage and the [[Clans]] consider them highly dishonorable, their ability to inflict increased damage without a heat cost has led to their appearance both in and outside the arenas of [[Solaris VII]]. |
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| − | ;<span id="Minister General">Minister-General</span>: (New) Free Worlds League political title created by [[Nikol Marik]] in [[3138]], whose duties include ministering to the people of the League to ensure people of the league remain free.<ref>''To Ride the Chimera'', p. 221: Nikol explanation on her self-made title.</ref> The MG also sits over FWL Parliament while it is in session and handles domestic affairs of the League.<ref>''To Ride the Chimera'', p. 314: Thaddeus Marik explains MG's primary responsibility.</ref> Acts as primary aide to the [[ | + | ;<span id="Minister General">Minister-General</span>: (New) Free Worlds League political title created by [[Nikol Marik]] in [[3138]], whose duties include ministering to the people of the League to ensure people of the league remain free.<ref>''To Ride the Chimera'', p. 221: Nikol explanation on her self-made title.</ref> The MG also sits over FWL Parliament while it is in session and handles domestic affairs of the League.<ref>''To Ride the Chimera'', p. 314: Thaddeus Marik explains MG's primary responsibility.</ref> Acts as primary aide to the [[Captain-General]]. |
;<span id="Missile Weapons">Missile Weapons</span>: Missile Weapons are Rockets and Missiles that are fired from tubes and include an engine in the projectile. Some of these weapons travel a flat trajectory, others have an arcing trajectory that allows them to clear terrain features. In general parlance, Rockets are unguided and Missiles have some form of guidance. | ;<span id="Missile Weapons">Missile Weapons</span>: Missile Weapons are Rockets and Missiles that are fired from tubes and include an engine in the projectile. Some of these weapons travel a flat trajectory, others have an arcing trajectory that allows them to clear terrain features. In general parlance, Rockets are unguided and Missiles have some form of guidance. | ||
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| − | ;<span id="Nathaculor">''Nathaculor''</span>: A series of ''zellbrigen'' duels. | + | ;<span id="Nathaculor">''Nathaculor''</span>: A series of ''zellbrigen'' duels.<ref name=ER3062_56>''Era Report: 3062'', p. 56: "Turkina Keshik"</ref> |
| − | ;<span id="Naval Star">Naval Star</span> : A Clan formation consisting of | + | ;<span id="Naval Star">Naval Star</span> : A Clan formation consisting of 5-6 individual JumpShips or WarShips under the command of a Trueborn officer with the rank of [[Star Admiral]].<ref>''Field Manual: Warden Clans'' pp. 10-11: Aerospace Assets - Naval Star size and description.</ref> |
| − | ;<span id="Neg">''Neg''</span> : Clan abbreviation of "Negative. | + | ;<span id="Neg">''Neg''</span> : Clan abbreviation of "Negative". |
;<span id="Neo-Feudalism">Neo-Feudalism</span> : This concept, first espoused by [[Edward Schedrin]], was an attempt to balance the needs of massive, marginal working populations with those of their societies as a whole.<ref>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 4: "Neo-Feudalism"</ref> | ;<span id="Neo-Feudalism">Neo-Feudalism</span> : This concept, first espoused by [[Edward Schedrin]], was an attempt to balance the needs of massive, marginal working populations with those of their societies as a whole.<ref>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 4: "Neo-Feudalism"</ref> | ||
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;<span id="Oathmaster">Oathmaster</span> : Clan name for the master of any particular Clan ceremony. This can be a temporary position for small ceremonies or events such as trials, or a permanent position answering to the Khan of a Clan. Oathmasters are also responsible for knowing rules and laws of the various ceremonies to be conducted. | ;<span id="Oathmaster">Oathmaster</span> : Clan name for the master of any particular Clan ceremony. This can be a temporary position for small ceremonies or events such as trials, or a permanent position answering to the Khan of a Clan. Oathmasters are also responsible for knowing rules and laws of the various ceremonies to be conducted. | ||
| − | ;<span id="Oyabun">''Oyabun''</span> : Borrowed from Japanese, literally "foster parent. | + | ;<span id="Oyabun">''Oyabun''</span> : Borrowed from Japanese, literally "foster parent". He is also the absolute leader of a [[Yakuza]] clan. |
== P == | == P == | ||
| − | ;<span id="PBI">PBI</span> : A MechWarrior's acronym for "Poor Bloody Infantry, | + | ;<span id="PBI">PBI</span> : A MechWarrior's acronym for "Poor Bloody Infantry", those forced to fight without a 'Mech or other vehicle. Often crushed underfoot, toasted with Flamers, or riddled with Machine Gun bullets by amused pilots; PBIs fight back with shoulder-launched SRMs, Inferno missiles, hand Flamers, and satchel charges. |
;<span id="Personal Weapons">Personal Weapons</span> : Pistols and other small weapons carried in addition to any arms issued. | ;<span id="Personal Weapons">Personal Weapons</span> : Pistols and other small weapons carried in addition to any arms issued. | ||
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;<span id="Provisional Galaxy">Provisional Galaxy</span> : A second-line or reserve Clan formation consisting mainly of second-line BattleMechs and other equipment. Provisional Galaxies are used to garrison and defend Clan worlds. | ;<span id="Provisional Galaxy">Provisional Galaxy</span> : A second-line or reserve Clan formation consisting mainly of second-line BattleMechs and other equipment. Provisional Galaxies are used to garrison and defend Clan worlds. | ||
| − | ;<span id="Power Armor">Power armor</span> : Essentially an industrial exoskeleton that has been covered in armor, this suit of infantry armor is powered by battery packs and may or may not be armed. Power armor comes in the following flavors in the game rules: | + | ;<span id="Power Armor">Power armor</span> : Essentially an industrial exoskeleton that has been covered in armor, this suit of infantry armor is powered by battery packs and may or may not be armed. Power armor comes in the following flavors in the game rules: power armor (light), [[light battle armor]] (also known as "scout battle armor"), [[medium battle armor]], [[heavy battle armor]], and [[assault battle armor]]. |
== Q == | == Q == | ||
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;<span id="Retrotech">Retrotech</span> : Technological term for Primitive Technology in the late [[thirty-first century]]. The [[Age of War]] level of technology was revitalized among haggard factions of the Inner Sphere to bolster their armies with any type of equipment, regardless of the technological level.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 144: New Construction Option: Retrotech - Basic info on Retrotech.</ref> The term was originally coined by the [[MRBC]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 167: Retrotech - basic description of technology and its reemergence.</ref> Often styled RetroTech. | ;<span id="Retrotech">Retrotech</span> : Technological term for Primitive Technology in the late [[thirty-first century]]. The [[Age of War]] level of technology was revitalized among haggard factions of the Inner Sphere to bolster their armies with any type of equipment, regardless of the technological level.<ref>''Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents'', p. 144: New Construction Option: Retrotech - Basic info on Retrotech.</ref> The term was originally coined by the [[MRBC]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 167: Retrotech - basic description of technology and its reemergence.</ref> Often styled RetroTech. | ||
| − | ;<span id="Ristar">''Ristar''</span> : Clan portmanteau for "rising star, | + | ;<span id="Ristar">''Ristar''</span> : Clan portmanteau for "rising star", referring to a particularly gifted warrior on his or her way to high position. |
;<span id="Rite of the Vision">Rite of the Vision</span> : [[Clan Nova Cat]] ritual in which a warrior meditates before a large fire to bring on a vision of that person's future. The ritual uses objects known as a ''vineer'' to bring about this vision. The warrior also does not sleep for over 24 hours and fasts. | ;<span id="Rite of the Vision">Rite of the Vision</span> : [[Clan Nova Cat]] ritual in which a warrior meditates before a large fire to bring on a vision of that person's future. The ritual uses objects known as a ''vineer'' to bring about this vision. The warrior also does not sleep for over 24 hours and fasts. | ||
| − | ; Ronin : A Japanese term for "masterless samurai. | + | ; Ronin : A Japanese term for "masterless samurai". |
== S == | == S == | ||
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;<span id="Snakes">Snakes</span> : Term under which [[DCMS]] soldiers are known outside their frontiers, basically if given individual comes from the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] or the [[Federated Suns]]. | ;<span id="Snakes">Snakes</span> : Term under which [[DCMS]] soldiers are known outside their frontiers, basically if given individual comes from the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] or the [[Federated Suns]]. | ||
| − | ;<span id="Søskende">''Søskende''</span> : This term, which also means "siblings, | + | ;<span id="Søskende">''Søskende''</span> : This term, which also means "siblings", is also used by the JàrnFòlk to refer to members of their own clan regardless of actual blood relationship.<ref name="ISP3:IEp64"/> |
;<span id="Sons of the Dragon">Sons of the Dragon</span> : Loyal citizens of the Draconis Combine.<ref name="HKp114"/> | ;<span id="Sons of the Dragon">Sons of the Dragon</span> : Loyal citizens of the Draconis Combine.<ref name="HKp114"/> | ||
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;<span id="Tetrarch">Tetrarch</span> : The title given to one of the four co-rulers of the [[Tikonov Union]] and the later [[Tikonov Grand Union]] while those states existed.<ref>''House Liao (The Capellan Confederation)'', pp. 22–23: "Friends And Other Enemies"</ref> | ;<span id="Tetrarch">Tetrarch</span> : The title given to one of the four co-rulers of the [[Tikonov Union]] and the later [[Tikonov Grand Union]] while those states existed.<ref>''House Liao (The Capellan Confederation)'', pp. 22–23: "Friends And Other Enemies"</ref> | ||
| − | ;<span id="Thuggee">Thuggee</span> : | + | ;<span id="Thuggee">Thuggee</span> : Pre-spaceflight death cult of assassins, which was secretly devoted to the Hindu death goddess, Kali. The cult was known to have numerous enclaves throughout the Inner Sphere by the thirty-first century. They became more public in their devotion to Romano and Kali Liao in thirty-first century, viewing them as avatars.<ref>''Warrior: Riposte'', p. 125: [[Quintus Allard]] tells of what he knows of Thuggee in [[3028]].</ref> |
== U == | == U == | ||
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