Talon (weapon)
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- This article is about the melee weapon. For the BattleMech, see Talon.
The Jade Falcons introduced the Talons in 3072.[1] Apparently inspired by their totem, Falcon Techs created a series of strengthened claw-like additions that could be placed on a 'Mech's legs. When kicking an enemy or performing a Death from Above attack, the Talons inflict more damage. These weapons have only been seen on a few experimental units.
That the Falcons created a melee weapon is particularly puzzling given that physical attacks violate zellbrigen.
Game Rules
When kicking or performing a Death from Above attack, a unit equipped with Talons multiplies the damage by 1.5, rounded to the nearest whole number (.5 rounds up). If a 'Mech equipped with Talons is also equipped with Triple Strength Myomer, the TSM bonus applies to kick attacks but not Death from Above attacks.[2]