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−	'''''MechWarrior 2: Mercenaries - The Official Strategy Guide''''' is a guide book for [[Activision]]'s 1996 computer game ''[[MechWarrior 2: Mercenaries]]'' set in the [[BattleTech]] universe. It provides information on the game mechanics, tips and strategies to completing the game. Chapter 5 provides ''[[Technical Readout]]'' style information on the [['Mechs]] that can be purchased within the game. Chapters 6 and 7 give a walkthrough of the missions and how to complete them.	+	'''''MechWarrior 2: Mercenaries - The Official Strategy Guide''''' is a guide book for Activision's 1996 computer game [[MechWarrior 2: Mercenaries]] set in the [[BattleTech]] universe. It provides information on the game mechanics, tips and strategies to completing the game. Chapter 5 provides ''[[Technical Readout]]'' style information on the [['Mechs]] that can be purchased. Chapters 6 and 7 give a walkthrough of the missions and how to complete them.
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−	Like the computer game for which it is a supplement product, this book was produced under a valid license yet does not meet the criteria for [[canon]]. Its contributions to the BattleTech universe must thus be considered [[apocryphal]].
	==From the back cover==		==From the back cover==
−	{{quote|''You may have made it to [[Khan]] of your [[Clan]] in [[MechWarrior 2]], but an even bigger challenge awaits in this new "prequel" from the BattleTech Universe. Combat-hardened pilots like you must cast aside loyalty and honor in your quest for money, power and fame.''}}	+	{{quote|''You may have made it to Khan of your Clan in MechWarrior 2, but an even bigger challenge awaits in this new "prequel" from the BattleTech Universe. Combat-hardened pilots like you must cast aside loyalty and honor in your quest for money, power and fame.''}}
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{{InfoBoxProduct | image = | name = MechWarrior 2 Mercenaries - The Official Strategy Guide | type = Video Game Supplement (Strategy Guide) | author = [[Joe Grant Bell]] | development = | primarywriting = | pages = 212 | cover = | interiorart = | illustrations = | publisher = [[Prima Publishing]] | productioncode = | year = 1996 | ISBN10 = 0-7615-0906-2 | ISBN13 = 978-0761509066 | MSRP = $19.99 | content = | era = [[Succession Wars era]]<br />[[Clan Invasion era]] | timeline = 10 May [[3044]]-20 May [[3052]] | series = | precededby = | followedby = }} ==Summary== '''''MechWarrior 2: Mercenaries - The Official Strategy Guide''''' is a guide book for Activision's 1996 computer game [[MechWarrior 2: Mercenaries]] set in the [[BattleTech]] universe. It provides information on the game mechanics, tips and strategies to completing the game. Chapter 5 provides ''[[Technical Readout]]'' style information on the [['Mechs]] that can be purchased. Chapters 6 and 7 give a walkthrough of the missions and how to complete them. ==From the back cover== {{quote|''You may have made it to Khan of your Clan in MechWarrior 2, but an even bigger challenge awaits in this new "prequel" from the BattleTech Universe. Combat-hardened pilots like you must cast aside loyalty and honor in your quest for money, power and fame.''}} ==Contents== {{columns-start|num=3}} * Foreword by [[Jordan Weisman]] * Table of Contents * Introduction * Chapter 1 - The Business of War ** Business Basics ** Overview of Computer Functions ** Hiring Personnel ** Managing your Inventory ** Evaluating Finances * Chapter 2 - 'Mech Ops ** Using 'Mech Ops ** 'Mech Purchasing Strategies for the Long Haul ** Optimizing 'Mechs for Battle * Chapter 3 - 'Mech Handling and Basic Combat Procedures ** 'Mech Movement ** Targeting and Navigation ** Miscellaneous HUD and 'Mech Systems ** Handling your Weapons ** Commanding a Lance * Chapter 4 - Advanced Mercenary Tips and Tricks ** Single 'Mech Tactics ** Lance Tactics ** Evasive Measures ** Miscellaneous Mercenary Advice * Chapter 5 - The 'Mech Roster ** Light 'Mechs *** ''[[Hornet]]'' *** ''[[Commando]]'' *** ''[[Mongoose]]'' *** ''[[Battle Hawk]]'' *** ''[[Javelin]]'' *** ''[[Urbanmech]]'' *** ''[[Jenner]]'' *** ''[[Panther]]'' *** ''[[Raven]]'' ** Medium 'Mechs *** ''[[Assassin]]'' *** ''[[Cicada]]'' *** ''[[Clint]]'' *** ''[[Sentinel]]'' *** ''[[Whitworth]]'' *** ''[[Vindicator]]'' *** ''[[Wolf Trap]]'' *** ''[[Centurion (BattleMech)|Centurion]]'' *** ''[[Crab]]'' *** ''[[Hunchback]]'' *** ''[[Trebuchet]]'' *** ''[[Grim Reaper]]'' {{column}} * Chapter 5 - The 'Mech Roster (continued) ** Heavy 'Mechs *** ''[[Dragon]]'' *** ''[[Quickdraw]]'' *** ''[[Bombardier]]'' *** ''[[Catapult]]'' *** ''[[Jagermech]]'' *** ''[[Flashman]]'' *** ''[[Orion]]'' *** ''[[Rakshasa]]'' ** Assault 'Mechs *** ''[[Awesome]]'' *** ''[[Hatamoto-Chi]]'' *** ''[[Salamander (BattleMech)|Salamander]]'' *** ''[[Thug]]'' *** ''[[Victor]]'' *** ''[[Zeus]]'' *** ''[[Stalker]]'' *** ''[[Cyclops]]'' *** ''[[Highlander]]'' *** ''[[Mauler]]'' *** ''[[Annihilator]]'' *** ''[[Atlas (BattleMech)|Atlas]]'' * Chapter 6 - The Campaign Book, Part I ** The Training Campaign ** Galedon Campaign ** New Ivaarsen Campaign ** New Ivaarsen II ** Liezen Campaign ** Gravenhague Campaign * Chapter 7 - The Campaign Book, Part II ** Solaris VII Championship ** Sigurd Campaign ** Wolcott Campaign ** Last Frontier Campaign ** Battle of Luthien {{columns-end}} ==Gallery== <gallery> File:MW2MercsCluebook1.jpg|Front Cover File:MW2MercsCluebook2.jpg|Rear Cover </gallery> [[Category:Books]] [[Category:Video Game Supplements]]

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