Editing Cephalus

{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image= Cephalus.jpg
|name= ''Cephalus''
|manufacturer=[[Kerensky Memorial Manufacturing]]<ref name=wor214>''The Wars of Reaving'', p. 214-215</ref>
|model=
|production year=3072
|year reference=<ref>''Wars of Reaving'', pp. 91-94</ref><ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3930/cephalus-prime MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|cost=
|Tech Base=Mixed
|mech type=BattleMech
|mass=25
|chassis= [[25T Recon Delta Profile Endo-Steel]]
|armor=[[Gravastar Ferro-Lamellor]]
|engine= [[Model-C 250 XXL]]
|comsys=[[Series D8 CC-25X]]
|T&T=[[Hermes ZLS-1]]
|heat sinks=10 [[double heat sink]]s
|speed=162
|armament=
Primary Configuration
* 1x [[Nova CEWS]]
* 2x [[Laser AMS]]
* 1x [[Light TAG]]
* 3x [[Modular armor]]
|BV (2.0)= 876<ref name=wor214/>
}} 

==Description==
The '''''Cephalus''''' was developed by [[The Society]] as an escort unit for their ''[[Septicemia]]'' series [[OmniMech]]. This light 'Mech was designed to serve primarily one purpose: Bringing the [[Nova Combined Electronic Warfare System]] (CEWS) to the battlefield. To insure that the ''Cephalus'' would survive, the designers used a 250-rated [[XXL engine]] that provides a cruising speed of over 100 km/h, while targeting systems were further disrupted by the [[Chameleon Light Polarization Shield]] and [[Null-Signature system]]s that the Society built from old [[SLDF]] plans. In the event the ''Cephalus'' takes a hit, protection for is provided by six tons of [[ferro-lamellor]] armor. If the speed, armor, and electronic systems failed, the ''Cephalus''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s pilot, being a valuable and limited resource, was further protected by a [[Full-Head Ejection System]] to allow Society warriors to be picked up after the battle was over.<ref name=wor214/>

After the [[Wars of Reaving]], the ''Cephalus'' was declared outlawed by the Homeworld [[Grand Council]] and dismantled as a result due to its role with the dishonorable tactics used by The Society.<ref>The Wars of Reaving Supplemental p.17</ref>

==Weapons and Equipment==
As its role is limited to electronic targeting support and occasional reconnaissance, the ''Cephalus'' wasn't often equipped with weaponry. The primary configuration of the ''Cephalus'' carried twin [[laser AMS]] systems, one in each side torso. To further protect the 'Mech, it mounted three [[modular armor]] units on the front torsos. This complete lack of weapons led most [[Clan]] warriors to dismiss the ''Cephalus'' which made them vulnerable to attacks by other Society-backed forces.<ref name=wor214/>

==Variants==
*; Alternate Configuration A : Intended for use in broken or rough terrain, the ''Cephalus'' A carried a single [[laser AMS]] in the left torso. The [[modular armor]] and [[light TAG]] of the primary variant were also removed. In their place the 'Mech carried a standard [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] system and enough [[jump jet]]s for a 210 meter jump capability. BV (2.0) = 809<ref name=wor214/>

*; Alternate Configuration B : Apparently intended as a capture 'Mech, this configuration keeps the [[light TAG]] but replaces the [[modular armor]] and [[anti-missile system]]s with a [[BattleMech Taser|BattleMech taser]]. It retains the [[Nova CEWS]].<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 55</ref> BV (2.0) = 785<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5638/cephalus-b MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'' B]''</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration C : This configuration of the ''Cephalus'' carries a [[plasma cannon]] and a [[flamer]], apparently intended as an anti-infantry unit.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 56</ref> BV (2.0) = 1215<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5639/cephalus-c MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'' C]''</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration D : This configuration mounts a single [[improved heavy large laser]] in the left torso and a trio of [[improved heavy small laser]]s in the right torso.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 57</ref> BV (2.0) = 1471<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5640/cephalus-d MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'' D]''</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration E : This configuration carries a [[light TAG]] and [[ER large laser]]. An extra heat sink helps deal with the heat generated by the configuration.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 58</ref> BV (2.0) = 1284<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5641/cephalus-e MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'' E]''</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration U : This variant is intended for underwater combat. It is equipped with seven [[underwater maneuvering unit]]s, which allow it to move more quickly than most 'Mechs that are underwater. Offensively it mounts a single [[LRT-5]] rack.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 59</ref> BV (2.0) = 878<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5642/cephalus-u MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'' U]''</ref>

== Design Quirks ==
The ''Cephalus'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]s:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 90 Design Quirk Table - Cephalus.</ref>
* [[Improved Life Support]]
* [[Bad Reputation|Bad Reputation (Clan)]]
* [[Difficult to Maintain]]
* [[No/Minimal Arms]]

==References==
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==Bibliography==
*''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
*''[[Master Unit List]]''
*''[[The Wars of Reaving]]''
*''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]''

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