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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | + | Although technically a step in the evolution of the ''[[Mauler]]'' [[BattleMech]] design between the original [[Capellan Confederation]] MAL-1PT5 prototype and the later regular MAL-1R ''Mauler'', the DCMS-MX90-D '''''Daboku''''' is treated as a distinct 'Mech for political reasons, namely to distance the successful ''Mauler'' project from the failure that was the ''Daboku''. | |
| − | + | ==History== | |
| + | The result of a [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]] think tank tasked with gleaning information from the [[Helm Memory Core]], the '''''Daboku''''' was unveiled in [[Introduction Year::3038]] to little fanfare. Under pressure to produce results quickly while hampered by politicking, the think tank applied newly rediscovered technologies to Project ''Nainokami'', a 'Mech design otherwise known as the ''[[Mauler]]'' which the [[Draconis Combine]] had received from the [[Capellan Confederation]] . | ||
| − | + | A near-instant failure with flaws in almost every major system, the ''Daboku'' was nonetheless rushed to the front lines for the [[War of 3039]] where it became both a laughingstock and a virtual death sentence for DCMS pilots. Problems with the [[CASE]] system protecting the ammunition bins resulted in the auto-eject triggering when the torso armor was struck in a certain manner. DCMS [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] found themselves rocketing above the battlefield, often at the most inopportune moments, and ultimately took to disabling the auto-eject. One DCMS MechWarrior, [[Nakisawa Eldersage]], became somewhat famous for engaging [[Lyran Commonwealth|Lyran]] ''Daboku''s in close combat with his ''[[Cyclops]]'' and punching their torso so that the MechWarriors were ejected from their salvaged rides. Other problems included lasers that were prone to overheat, overtaxing the already burdened heat sinks, and routine jamming of the autocannon ammunition feeds, the result of an improperly designed chest cavity. | |
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| − | + | These problems persuaded the DCMS to shelve the design after the conflict. | |
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| + | When it was revisited in the 3040s with a further understanding of [[Star League]] technology, the name of the successful design was reverted to MAL-1R ''[[Mauler]]'', to distance it from the ''Daboku''. | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | No variants of the ''Daboku'' itself were ever manufactured. When the design had finally been refined into a worthwhile [[BattleMech]] it was reintroduced as the ''Mauler'' | + | No variants of the ''Daboku'' itself were ever manufactured. When the design had finally been refined into a worthwhile [[BattleMech]] it was reintroduced as the ''Mauler'' to leave behind the stigma that was associated with the ''Daboku''. |
== Design Quirks == | == Design Quirks == | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | *The ''Daboku'' is a nod to ''[[BattleTech: The Animated Series]]'' and the ''[[1st Somerset Strikers (sourcebook)|1st Somerset Strikers]]'' sourcebook, where the production history of the ''Mauler'' was significantly changed from what had originally been published in ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''. To reconcile the divergent information, this earlier | + | *The ''Daboku'' is a nod to ''[[BattleTech: The Animated Series]]'' and the ''[[1st Somerset Strikers (sourcebook)|1st Somerset Strikers]]'' sourcebook, where the production history of the ''Mauler'' was significantly changed from what had originally been published in ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''. To reconcile the divergent information, this earlier version of the ''Mauler'' was written to already exist by the War of 3039. |
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*The faulty ejection system is an in-joke referring to [[Mauler (toy)|the toy]] that was produced for the animated TV series. The 'Mech's toy had a panel, located in the lower torso, that ejected the pilot when hit. | *The faulty ejection system is an in-joke referring to [[Mauler (toy)|the toy]] that was produced for the animated TV series. The 'Mech's toy had a panel, located in the lower torso, that ejected the pilot when hit. | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3039]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3039]]'' | ||
| + | * [[Shrapnel (magazine)/Issue 15|''Shrapnel'' magazine, issue #15]] | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' | ||
Revision as of 16:38, 6 March 2024
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| Daboku | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Luthien Armor Works[1] |
| Production Year | 3038[2] |
| Model | DCMS-MX90-D |
| Class | Assault |
| Cost | 8,012,300 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 90 tons |
| Chassis | Alshain Class 100-X |
| Armor | Wakazashi Standard Plate with CASE |
| Engine | Hermes 270 |
| Communications System | Sipher Security II |
| Targeting Tracking System | Matabushi Sentinel-4 |
| Heat Sinks | 12 single |
| Speed | 54.0 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,037 |
| BV (2.0) | 1,290[1][3] |
Contents
Description
Although technically a step in the evolution of the Mauler BattleMech design between the original Capellan Confederation MAL-1PT5 prototype and the later regular MAL-1R Mauler, the DCMS-MX90-D Daboku is treated as a distinct 'Mech for political reasons, namely to distance the successful Mauler project from the failure that was the Daboku.
History
The result of a Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery think tank tasked with gleaning information from the Helm Memory Core, the Daboku was unveiled in 3038 to little fanfare. Under pressure to produce results quickly while hampered by politicking, the think tank applied newly rediscovered technologies to Project Nainokami, a 'Mech design otherwise known as the Mauler which the Draconis Combine had received from the Capellan Confederation .
A near-instant failure with flaws in almost every major system, the Daboku was nonetheless rushed to the front lines for the War of 3039 where it became both a laughingstock and a virtual death sentence for DCMS pilots. Problems with the CASE system protecting the ammunition bins resulted in the auto-eject triggering when the torso armor was struck in a certain manner. DCMS MechWarriors found themselves rocketing above the battlefield, often at the most inopportune moments, and ultimately took to disabling the auto-eject. One DCMS MechWarrior, Nakisawa Eldersage, became somewhat famous for engaging Lyran Dabokus in close combat with his Cyclops and punching their torso so that the MechWarriors were ejected from their salvaged rides. Other problems included lasers that were prone to overheat, overtaxing the already burdened heat sinks, and routine jamming of the autocannon ammunition feeds, the result of an improperly designed chest cavity.
These problems persuaded the DCMS to shelve the design after the conflict.
When it was revisited in the 3040s with a further understanding of Star League technology, the name of the successful design was reverted to MAL-1R Mauler, to distance it from the Daboku.
Weapons and Equipment
The Daboku is armed with two Tronel VI-X large lasers, two Holly LRM-10s, and four Imperator Smoothie-2 autocannon/2s, a layout that was intended to allow the pilot to snipe at enemies from well beyond conventional ranges. Unfortunately, the housing for the large lasers prevents proper cooling and as a result, they often overheat and short-circuit the Daboku's targeting circuits. The ammunition feed for the Imperator autocannons also tends to jam, depriving the 'Mech of its longest-range weaponry. Only the Holly LRMs seem to work properly but are only equipped with a ton of ammunition each, limiting their usefulness in a drawn-out fight.
Variants
No variants of the Daboku itself were ever manufactured. When the design had finally been refined into a worthwhile BattleMech it was reintroduced as the Mauler to leave behind the stigma that was associated with the Daboku.
Design Quirks
The Daboku has the following Design Quirks:[4][5]
Notes
- The Daboku is a nod to BattleTech: The Animated Series and the 1st Somerset Strikers sourcebook, where the production history of the Mauler was significantly changed from what had originally been published in Technical Readout: 3050. To reconcile the divergent information, this earlier version of the Mauler was written to already exist by the War of 3039.
- The faulty ejection system is an in-joke referring to the toy that was produced for the animated TV series. The 'Mech's toy had a panel, located in the lower torso, that ejected the pilot when hit.
Gallery
Original Daboku from TRO:3039
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Technical Readout: 3039, pp. 234–235: "DCMS-MX90-D Daboku"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Daboku
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 186
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, Fifth Printing, p. 91: "BattleMech Quirk Table"
- ↑ BattleMech Manual Errata (Version 6.01), p. 9: "BattleMech Quirk Table"