Editing Jenner

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|image=Jenner RGilClan v18.jpg
|name=''Jenner''
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[[Diplan 'Mechyards]]
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[[Luthien Armor Works]]<ref name=TRSWp36f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 36–37: "JR7-D Jenner"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3039 -->
|model=JR7-D<ref name=TRSWp36f />
|cost= 3,198,375 [[C-bill]]s 
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
|mech type =BattleMech
|mass=35
|feet=biped
|production year=2784
|year reference=<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 26</ref>
|chassis=[[Diplan Scout-A]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp36f /> -->
|armor=[[Starshield ]]
|engine=[[Magna 245]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp36f /> -->
|comsys=[[Dawson III]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp36f /> -->
|T&T=[[Bk-309]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp36f /> -->
|heat sinks=10 [[Heat Sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp36f /> -->
|speed=118 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp36f /> -->
|jumpjets=[[Smithson Lifter]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp36f /> -->
|armament= <!-- <ref name=TRSWp36f /> -->
* 1x [[SRM-4]]
* 4x [[medium laser]]
|BV (1.0) = 669
|BV (2.0)= 875<ref name=TRSWp36f /><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 113</ref>
}}

==Description==
Introduced in [[Introduction Year::2784]], the fact that the '''''Jenner''''' was the sole property of the [[Draconis Combine]] was long a source of national pride. Designed, produced, and, for over fifty years, solely used by the Combine, the ''Jenner'' was meant to be a fast guerrilla fighter that would go on to form the foundation for highly mobile [[lance]]s. Five [[Smithson Lifter]] [[jump jet]]s, two in each side torso and one in the center torso gave it a jumping distance of 150 meters, while its [[Magna 245]] [[fusion engine]] allowed for a top speed of over 118 km/h, making it faster than most other 'Mechs. The drawback of the original model was its armament of a [[Diplan HD]] [[large laser]] and two [[Argra 27C]] [[medium laser]]s, all mounted in a turret which could be easily disabled with a well-placed shot, while the medium lasers' targeting systems proved to be bug-ridden. After some tinkering, this setup was eventually replaced with the weaponry found in the JR7-D model, creating a good mix of speed and firepower, though only four tons of armor provide paltry protection compared to other 'Mechs in the same weight range.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 26</ref> 

The ''Jenner'' became the standard light workhorse of the [[DCMS]] with the outbreak of the [[First Succession War]], though its reputation would be forever tarnished following its role in the [[Kentares Massacre]]. Construction of new ''Jenners'' continued at Diplan Mechyard's factory on [[Ozawa]] until a raw mineral shortage caused a halt in [[2815]], though they continued to produce new chassis. In [[2823]] production resumed on Ozawa, with some 3,000 chassis shipped to Diplan's subsidiary on [[Luthien]] for final assembly, which itself was retooling to begin full-scale production; by [[2830]] both production lines were producing 1,350 ''Jenners'' a year. The sheer destruction of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] finally took their toll when the last ''Jenner'' factory was destroyed in [[2848]], though so many ''Jenners'' had been produced by then that nearly every DCMS [[battalion]] had at least one of these 'Mechs well into the [[War of 3039]]. While the other [[Successor States]] eventually managed to procure operational ''Jenners'' (every [[AFFS]] [[regiment]] along the Combine border had at least one), the design remained in predominant use by House Kurita.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025r/>

A favorite tactic of ''Jenner'' lances was to gang up on larger 'Mechs and unleash a devastating [[alpha strike (Tactic)|alpha strike]]. One or two of the 'Mechs would be equipped with [[Inferno (Missile)|inferno]] rounds, so even if the enemy survived the first strike they were badly damaged and running hot, allowing the ''Jenners'' to jump to safety and cool down.  A few seconds later the attack would be repeated until finally, the enemy was dead. It was also common practice to pair the ''Jenner'' with another Combine 'Mech, the ''[[Panther]]'', creating a deadly combination of sheer speed and firepower with the slower ''Panther'' providing cover fire for the ''Jenner''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s flanking attack. The ''Jenner'' was such a favorite among Kurita [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] that it became the benchmark against which all other newly designed Combine 'Mechs were compared.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 26</ref>

While rebuilding a ''Jenner'' production line on Luthien became a top priority under ''[[Gunji-no-Kanrei]]'' [[Theodore Kurita]], the necessary construction time along with inexperienced Combine engineers meant that even with [[ComStar]] aid this wasn't possible until [[3046]]. The recovery of much [[lostech|lost technology]] and the ''Jenner''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s prominence within the DCMS made it a prime candidate to receive new upgrades, however Luthien Armor Works deliberately avoided any radical changes to preserve the original's core advantages. Hence, while the new JR7-K began replacing the earlier model with little fanfare, it wasn't until the ''Jenner'' started to be outclassed by other designs using superior technology that ''Jenner'' pilots began complaining. Still, there was reluctance to make any changes, and slowly many commanders began mothballing their ''Jenners'' in favor of newer [[BattleMech#Light|light]] 'Mechs and [[OmniMech]]s. Since then, a few variants have utilized advanced technologies in their design, notably one based on the [[Clan]] ''[[Jenner IIC]]'', but it would take the devastation of the [[Jihad]] for many of the older K models to see frontline combat again.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/>

==Weapons and Equipment==
The primary weapons system on the ''Jenner'' is four [[Argra 3L]] [[medium laser]]s, two each mounted in directionally variable mountings on either side. These provide the ''Jenner'' with a powerful close-to-medium range striking capability that does not suffer from a lack of supplies when operating behind enemy lines, though the use of only 10 [[single heat sink]]s means it has the potential to run hot. The lasers are backed up by a [[Thunderstroke]] [[SRM-4]] launcher in the center torso, supplied by one ton of ammo in the right torso, that can be used after breaching an enemy's armor to try and get a critical strike against vulnerable exposed internal components.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3050U/><ref name=IRS>''Classic BattleTech Introductory Record Sheets'', pp. 4</ref>

==Variants==
*; JR7-A : Early [[Star League]]-era version, this variant replaced all other weapons with one [[large laser]].<ref name=TRSWp36f /><ref name=MUL113>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 170</ref>

*; JR7-C : The JR7-C was a basic upgrade of the JR7-K, removing one of the [[medium laser]]s and replacing it with a [[C3 slave unit]]. Combined with its speed this made the ''Jenner'' an ideal spotter for a [[C3]] [[company]]. BV (1.0) = 651, BV (2.0) = 836<ref name=TRO3050U/>

*; JR7-C2 : Following the start of the [[Jihad]], the [[Luthien Armor Works]] on [[Abiy Adi]] began upgrading the ''Jenner''. Borrowing a page from the [[Clan]] ''[[Jenner IIC|Jenner]]'', the C2 is armed with three [[MML-5]]s, making the 'Mech effective at all ranges with three tons of ammunition. [[Heavy ferro-fibrous]] armor was added as well, but in order to make room for this an [[XL engine]], [[XL gyro]], and [[small cockpit]] were used. A [[C3 slave unit]] allows it to share targeting data with other members of its lance. Finally, the jump capacity is increased to 180 meters. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 769<ref name=TRO3050U/>

*; JR7-C3 : An upgrade along the lines of the C2, the C3 stays true to the heart of the ''Jenner'', making it easier to do as a field upgrade. The lasers are upgraded to [[ER medium laser]]s and the heat sinks are accordingly upgraded to [[double heat sink|double-strength]] versions. The missile launcher and its [[CASE]] are dropped for an additional heat sink, an additional ton and a half of armor, and a [[C3 slave unit]]. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,069<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 26</ref>

*; JR7-C4 : This variant uses an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[C3 boosted slave]] to share targeting data. Its weapons have been removed and replaced with a pair of [[MML-5]] launchers. 10 [[double heat sink]]s keep it cool, and [[heavy ferro-fibrous]] armor increases protection. BV (2.0) = 703<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 65</ref>

*; JR7-F : After the failure of the initial ''Jenner'' model and its weaponry, the JR7-F was the Combine's first attempt to rectify this problem. While it mounts the same four [[Argra 3L]] [[medium laser]]s as the -D model, it does not mount the [[SRM-4]] launcher, in its place carrying three more tons of armor. While lacking any ammunition-based weaponry made it a superior raider, additional testing found that it lacked in short-ranged firepower, which led to the addition of the missile launcher. A few of this variant survived into the [[thirty-first century]].<ref name=TRSWp36f /><ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> BV (1.0) = 792, BV (2.0) = 1,011<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 85</ref>

*; JR7-K : The JR7-K adds a higher degree of survivability to the ''Jenner'' by upgrading the armor to [[ferro-fibrous]], while removing a half ton of the armor. This provides virtually the same armor protection while allowing space for [[CASE]] to protect the [[SRM-4]] ammunition. BV (1.0) = 694, BV (2.0) = 889<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 27</ref>

*; JR7-N : This variant uses the chassis and [[heavy ferro-fibrous]] armor of the JR7-C4 as a baseline, but returns to a weapons configuration reminiscent of the original ''Jenner''. It carries a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s in each arm, and an [[SRM-4]] in the center torso. An [[XL engine]] allows it to reach a top speed of 111 km/h, and seven [[jump jet]]s allow it to cover 210 meters at a time. 11 [[double heat sink]]s control the heat, while a [[Beagle active probe]] allows the ''Jenner'' to find hidden units. A single ton of SRM ammunition is carried in the right torso in a [[CASE II]]-protected ammunition bay. BV (2.0) = 1,233<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 14</ref>

*; JR10-X : An [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] variant of the Jenner developed during the [[Jihad]]. It was a testbed chassis for LAW on [[New Samarkand]] in [[3072]]. [[Manohar Kulkarni]] used the JR7-K as its base, with extensive revisions; its internal structure was changed for a [[composite internal structure]], its engine changed out for a 245-rated [[XL engine]], which helps maintain the ''Jenner''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s original speed, and the forward jutting cockpit was shifted to a [[torso mounted cockpit]]. Its missile weaponry was completely dropped in favor of increasing the 'Mech's [[medium laser]] armament up to six, the number of [[jump jet]]s increased from base module to seven. For the 'Mech's protection, it has an [[Angel ECM suite]] and its hull has been encased with seven tons of [[light ferro-fibrous]]. It has also been outfitted with stealth capacities, using an experimental [[Null-Signature system]]. Only seven of these 'Mechs were known to have been built. BV (1.0) = ???, BV (2.0) = 1,452<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Kurita'', pp. 3, 16 - JR10-X Jenner's fluff and stats.</ref> 

*; JR7-31 : The ''[[Rattlesnake]]'' variant of the ''Jenner'' and its (sub-)variants is typically considered a distinct 'Mech but shares its predecessor's "JR7" alphanumerical code.
===Custom Variants===
*; JR7-D ''Jenner'' Webster : Nicknamed "Crow", this is the personal, black-clad 'Mech of [[Seventh Sword of Light]] MechWarrior [[Shelly Webster]], to both reward and support the aggressive warrior's frequent [[Death from Above]] attacks. A swap to double heat sinks allows a number to be removed and replaced with additional jump jets.<ref name=CMKp30>''Combat Manual: Kurita'', p. 30: "Sword of Light - Seventh Sword of Light - Tai-i Shelly Webster"</ref>

*; JR7-F ''Jenner'' Smith: Piloted by ''[[Tai-i]]'' [[Miki Smith]] of the [[2nd Galedon Regulars]] during the 3039 battle of [[Vega]]. It drops all [[jump jets]] for two [[medium laser]]s in the torsos and an additional half ton of armor, maxing out coverage. BV (2.0) = 774<ref>''Turning Points War of 3039: Vega'', p. 33</ref>

*; JR7-K ''Jenner'' Grace : Known as "Cat" among the MechWarriors of [[Sorenson's Sabres]], the personal 'Mech of [[Grace Shiro]] has been extensively modified over the years to aid her role as the unit's spotter. Originally trading two [[medium laser]]s for extra armor, in the lead-up to the [[War of 3039]] her 'Mech was outfitted with a less-refined experimental [[endo steel]] chassis and [[ferro-fibrous]] armor, allowing the [[SRM-4]] launcher to be replaced with an advanced [[Octagon Missile Magnet]] [[Narc missile beacon]] with three tons of [[homing pod]]s.<ref name=SBSD1>''Starterbook: Sword and Dragon'', p. 39, 86</ref>

*; JR7-K ''Jenner'' Grace II : Refitted prior to the [[Jihad]], the prototype chassis and armor of Grace's ''Jenner'' were swapped for now refined production grade components. While retaining the [[Narc missile beacon]], dropping its ammo to a single ton along with the removal of her 'Mech's [[jump jets]] allowed it to replace the two [[medium laser]]s with a pair of [[light PPC]]s and add a [[C3 slave unit]] to enhance her spotter role.<ref name=SBSD2>''Starterbook: Sword and Dragon'', p. 105</ref>

*; JR7-K ''Jenner'' Samuli : A customized ''Jenner'' for MechWarrior [[Samuli Rinne]], which is in the service of [[House Kurita]]. The 'Mech's engine was upgraded with a 245-rated [[XL engine]] and protection was provided by three and a half tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. By removing the standard [[SRM-4]] launcher, [[DCMS]] techs freed enough room to add [[CASE]] and a single [[LRM-15]] with two tons of ammunition. Rinne's ''Jenner'' keeps the standard complement of [[medium laser]]s. BV (1.0) = 774<ref name"RSUM">''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 2 - Jenner ''Samuli'' - Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref>

===Apocryphal Variants===
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''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
*; JR7-D(S) ''Sarah's Mech'' : This upgraded ''Jenner''-D replaced the standard [[SRM-4]] launcher with paired [[Streak SRM-2]] launchers, upgraded the armor to [[ferro-fibrous]], the engine to a 300-rated [[XL engine]], and the chassis to [[endo steel]]. [[Double heat sink]]s allow it free use of four [[medium laser]]s, two in each arm, and a [[Beagle active probe]] prevents enemies from escaping detection. It is instantly recognizable due to the colorful paint job, which includes rainbows, teddy bears, and a unicorn.<br />''This 'Mech was created for [[MechWarrior Online]] in memory of all child cancer patients and particularly Sarah Parries, a five-year-old girl who passed away from brain cancer in mid-2013. It is based on her preferred loadout. This 'Mech could only be purchased with actual money, rather than in-game currency, from May to August 20th, 2013 with all proceeds donated to the Canadian Cancer Society.''<ref name="MWO:Sarah">''[http://mwomercs.com/sarah Be A Hero!]'', MechWarrior Online Mercenaries donation page, "Sarah Parries"</ref>

*; JR7-O ''Oxide'' : The ''Jenner'' [[Hero 'Mech]], the ''Oxide'' mounts an [[SRM-4]] in each arm supported by a pair of [[LRM-5]]s in the center torso. Fitted with 10 [[double heat sink]]s and carrying one ton of reloads for each missile launcher, such a heavy weapons loadout is made possible through the use of an [[endo steel]] chassis, a downgrade to a 235-rated engine and the removal of ''Jenner''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s signature [[jump jet]]s. [https://mwomercs.com/forums/topic/143937-patch-notes-12255-03-dec-2013/]

''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#Heroes of the Inner Sphere|''MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere'' Expansion Pack]]''

*; JR7-P : Introduced in [[2857]], this variant uses a [[supercharger]] and replaces two of its medium lasers with [[medium chemical laser]]s with one ton of ammunition. The [[SRM-4]] launcher is downgraded to an [[SRM-2]], but retains its ammunition supply of one ton. The 'Mech is protected by four and a half tons of armor.<ref name=MW5HoIS>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Heroes of the Inner Sphere''</ref>

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== Design Quirks ==
The ''Jenner'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 92 Design Quirk Table - Jenner Entry.</ref><ref>[https://bg.battletech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BattleMech-Manual-2022-09-14-v6.01.pdf ''BattleMech Manual Errata (Version 6.01)''], p. 9</ref>
* [[No/Minimal Arms]]
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==Related BattleMechs==
* ''[[Rattlesnake]]'' - A derivative of the ''Jenner'' design which is considered a distinct BattleMech but could arguably be regarded as merely a variant.
* ''[[Jenner IIC]]'' - Even though the ''Jenner'' was constructed only months before the [[SLDF]] left the [[Inner Sphere]], the Exodus fleet brought along at least one production model (seen in the [[Clan Wolf Touman|Wolf ''touman'']] on [[Barbados]] in ''[[Betrayal of Ideals]]''). When the [[Clans]] returned they deployed an enhanced [[IIC]] version using Clan technology called the ''Jenner IIC''. BV (1.0) = 1,024, BV (2.0) = 1,047
* ''[[Owens]]'' - An upgraded Omni version of the ''Jenner'', the ''Owens'' debuted shortly after the ''Raptor'' and ''Black Hawk-KU'' OmniMechs.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 82</ref>

==Notes==
* In French products, the unit's proper name was translated as '''''Genêt''''', a name generally applied to the Genisteae tribe of shrubs.
* The 'Mech's name is presumably a nod to [[w:Olympic Games|Olympic]] athlete [[w:Caitlyn_Jenner#Olympic_success|Caitlyn Jenner]], and its [[OmniMech]] derivate seems to be named for Olympian [[w:Jesse Owens|Jesse Owens]].

==Gallery==
<gallery>
3025_Jenner1.jpg|Original JR7-D ''Jenner'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]''
JR-7.png|JR7-K ''Jenner'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''
3050U Jenner.jpg|JR7-K ''Jenner'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]''
JR-10 X Jenner.jpg|Experimental JR10-X ''Jenner'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Kurita|XTRO:Kurita]]''
Jenner RGilClan v18.jpg|''Jenner'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18|RG:ilClan v18]]''
Camomech-jenner.png|Camouflaged JR7-D ''Jenner'' from ''[[Classic BattleTech Universe]]''
CCG Unlimited Jenner.jpg|JR7-D ''Jenner'' in motion from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
CCG Counterstrike Jenner.jpg|JR7-K ''Jenner'' in motion from ''CCG''
BattleTech4e-Jenner.jpg|''Jenner'' standee from ''[[BattleTech, Fourth Edition]]''
Alpha Strike Pursuit Lance - Jenner.jpg|''Jenner'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Alpha Strike: Pursuit Lance Pack]]''
Inner Sphere Striker Lance - Jenner.jpg|''Jenner'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Inner Sphere Striker Lance]]''
</gallery>

==References==
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==Bibliography==
<div class="desktop-3-col">
* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
* ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Record Sheets]]''
* ''[[Combat Manual: Kurita]]''
* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Kurita]]''
* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3039]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs]]''
* ''[[Starterbook: Sword and Dragon]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Revised]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]''
* ''[[Turning Points War of 3039: Vega]]''
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