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Line 1: {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech − |image = Nightstar RGilClan v06.png + |image=Nightstar RGilClan v06.png − |name = ''Nightstar'' + |name=''Nightstar'' − |manufacturer = [[General Motors]] (9J/9FC)<ref name=TRSWp178f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 178–179: "NSR-9J Nightstar"</ref><ref>''Handbook: House Davion'', p. 187</ref> <!-- TRO:SW entry reprinted from TRO:3058U --> + |manufacturer=[[General Motors]]<ref>''Handbook House Davion'' p.187</ref><br /> [[Norse-Storm Technologies Inc.]]<ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout 3058 Upgrade'' p.226</ref> − ----+ |model=NSR-9J − [[Norse-Storm Technologies Inc.]] (9J/9SS)<ref name=TRSWp178f /> + |production year=2767 − |model = NSR-9J<ref name=TRSWp178f /> + |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2286/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> − |production year = 2767 + |cost= 20,159,979 C-bills − |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2286/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> + |Tech Base=Inner Sphere − |cost = 20,159,979 C-bills + |mech type=BattleMech − |Tech Base = Inner Sphere + |feet=biped − |mech type = BattleMech + |mass=95 − |feet = biped + |chassis=[[Norse-GM HeavyTRQ]] − |mass = 95 + |armor=[[Kallon Royalstar Heavy Type K]] − |chassis = [[Norse-GM Heavy TRQ]]<!-- <ref name=TRSWp178f /> --> + |engine=[[Pitban 285 XL]] − |armor = [[Kallon Royalstar Heavy Type K]]<!-- <ref name=TRSWp178f /> --> + |comsys=[[Tek BattleCom]] − |engine = [[Pitban 285 XL]]<!-- <ref name=TRSWp178f /> --> + |T&T=[[DLK Type Phased Array Sensors]] − |comsys = [[Tek BattleCom]]<!-- <ref name=TRSWp178f /> --> + |heat sinks=14 [[Double heat sinks]] − |T&T = [[DLK Type Phased Array Sensors]]<!-- <ref name=TRSWp178f /> --> + |speed=54.0 − |heat sinks = 14 [[Double heat sinks]] + |armament= − |speed = 54<!-- <ref name=TRSWp178f /> --> + *2x [[Gauss rifle]]s − |armament =<!-- <ref name=TRSWp178f /> --> + *2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s − * 2x [[Gauss rifle]] + *1x [[ER PPC]] − * 2x [[medium pulse laser]] + *1x [[Small Laser]] − * 1x [[ER PPC]] + |BV (1.0)=2,135<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 227</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 339</ref> − * 1x [[small laser]] + |BV (2.0)=2,399<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 267</ref> − |BV (1.0) = 2,135<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 227</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 339</ref> − |BV (2.0) = 2,399<ref name=TRSWp178f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 267</ref> }} }} ==Description== ==Description== − The [[Introduction Year::2767]] genesis of the '''''Nightstar''''' lies in the [[Amaris Civil War]], when it was noticed that unit commanders, most of whom were piloting ''[[Marauder]]'' [[BattleMech]]s, were being targeted by troops loyal to [[Stefan Amaris]]. The [['Mech]] itself was only produced until the first year of the [[First Succession War]], [[Production Ceased::2786]], when both of the factories capable of producing the ''Nightstar'' were destroyed or had their engineers die - the [[Norse-Storm BattleMechs|Norse-Storm]] factory was savaged in a [[Marik]] raid, while the [[General Motors]] engineers on Kathil died in a freak accident. [[Reintroduction Year::3057|About three hundred years later]], the ''Nightstar'' began production in both halves of the [[Federated Commonwealth]] and, since then, has become a popular 'Mech in both the [[AFFS]] and the [[LAAF]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 144</ref><ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 226</ref> + The [[Introduction Year::2767]] genesis of the '''''Nightstar''''' lies in the [[Amaris Civil War]], when it was noticed that unit commanders, most of whom were piloting ''[[Marauder]]'' [[BattleMech]]s, were being targeted by troops loyal to [[Stefan Amaris]]. The [['Mech]] itself was only produced until the first year of the [[First Succession War]], [[Production Ceased::2786]], when both of the factories capable of producing the ''Nightstar'' were destroyed or had their engineers die - the [[Norse-Storm BattleMechs|Norse-Storm]] factory was savaged in a [[Marik]] raid, while the [[General Motors]] engineers on Kathil died in a freak accident. [[Reintroduction Year::3057|About three hundred years later]], the ''Nightstar'' began production in both halves of the [[Federated Commonwealth]] and, since then, has become a popular 'Mech in both the [[AFFS]] and the [[LAAF]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 144</ref><ref name=TRO3058U/> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== The ''Nightstar'' has a top speed of 54 km/h that is provided by a powerful [[Pitban 285]] [[XL engine]]. The ''Nightstar'' has a respectable amount of armor for its weight, at eighteen and a half tons, rivaling that of most other assault 'Mechs. To dissipate the waste heat from the 'Mechs impressive arsenal, the ''Nightstar'' has fourteen [[double heat sink]]s. The ''Nightstar'' has a top speed of 54 km/h that is provided by a powerful [[Pitban 285]] [[XL engine]]. The ''Nightstar'' has a respectable amount of armor for its weight, at eighteen and a half tons, rivaling that of most other assault 'Mechs. To dissipate the waste heat from the 'Mechs impressive arsenal, the ''Nightstar'' has fourteen [[double heat sink]]s. − The ''Nightstar'' is armed to keep an enemy at stand-off ranges. To keep an enemy at as long a range as possible, the primary weapons carried are a pair of [[Norse-Storm Model 7D]] [[Gauss rifle]]s, one in each arm, each of which can strip almost a ton of armor off an enemy unit. These are backed up by a [[Defiance 1001]] [[ER PPC]] in the right torso that is capable of hitting a target at six hundred and ninety meters. For defense at short ranges, the 'Mech has a [[Defiance P5M]] [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s in each arm and an [[Exostar]] [[Small Laser]] mounted just below the cockpit. + The ''Nightstar'' is armed to keep an enemy at stand-off ranges. To keep an enemy at as long of a range as possible, the primary weapons carried are a pair of [[Norse-Storm Model 7D]] [[Gauss rifle]]s, each of which can strip almost a ton of armor off an enemy unit. These are backed up by a [[Defiance 1001]] [[ER PPC]] that is capable of hitting a target at six hundred and ninety meters. For defense at short ranges, the 'Mech has two [[Defiance P5M]] [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and an [[Exostar]] [[Small Laser]]. ==Variants== ==Variants== − *; NSR-9FC : Reconfigured for greater speed, the 9FC variant of the ''Nightstar'' replaces the two Gauss Rifles with a pair of [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s that are not as destructive as the weapons they replace, but can use both standard and cluster ammunition, making them effective in a variety of roles. The Small Laser has also been upgraded and the Medium Pulse Lasers downgraded, giving the ''Nightstar'' a total of three [[medium laser]]s. To make the 'Mech fit better into the mobile warfare doctrine of the [[Federated Suns]] and [[Federated Commonwealth]], the 9FC model has used the saved weight to upgrade its engine, giving it a top speed of 64.8 km/h.<ref name=TRSWp178f /> BV (1.0) = 1,600;<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 132</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 338</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,929<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 268</ref> + *;NSR-9FC : Reconfigured for greater speed, the 9FC variant of the ''Nightstar'' replaces the two Gauss Rifles with a pair of [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s that are not as destructive as the weapons they replace, but can use both standard and cluster ammunition, making them effective in a variety of roles. The Small Laser has also been upgraded and the Medium Pulse Lasers downgraded, giving the ''Nightstar'' a total of three [[medium laser]]s. To make the 'Mech fit better into the mobile warfare doctrine of the [[Federated Suns]] and [[Federated Commonwealth]], the 9FC model has used the saved weight to upgrade its engine, giving it a top speed of 64.8 km/h. BV (1.0) = 1,600<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 132</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 338</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,929<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 268</ref> − *; NSR-9SS : Originally developed for use in the arenas of [[Solaris VII]], the 9SS is produced by Norse-Storm. The long-range weaponry of the 9J is removed and replaced with an [[Ultra Autocannon/20]] and an [[LB-X Autocannon/20]]. The two guns are each incredibly powerful at short range, enabling the 9SS to obliterate enemies incredibly quickly. Three tons of ammunition for each ensure that this variant of the ''Nightstar'' has some staying power. A half of a ton of armor is removed to make way for three [[jump jet]]s, enabling the 9SS to vault up to ninety meters at a time so that it can more effectively bring its autocannons to bear. Three [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s back up the autocannons and provide the only firepower should they run out of ammunition. Also of note is the loss of both lower arm and hand actuators to make space for the weapons and equipment fielded.<ref name=TRSWp178f /> BV (1.0) = 1,763;<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 340</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,149<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 269</ref> + *;NSR-9SS : Originally developed for use in the arenas of [[Solaris VII]], the 9SS is produced by Norse-Storm. The long-range weaponry of the 9J is removed and replaced with an [[Ultra Autocannon/20]] and an [[LB-X Autocannon/20]]. The two guns are each incredibly powerful at short range, enabling the 9SS to obliterate enemies incredibly quickly. Three tons of ammunition for each ensure that this variant of the ''Nightstar'' has some staying power. A half of a ton of armor is removed to make way for three [[jump jet]]s, enabling the 9SS to vault up to ninety meters at a time so that it can more effectively bring its autocannons to bear. Three [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s back up the autocannons and provide the only firepower should they run out of ammunition. Also of note is the loss of both lower arm and hand actuators to make space for the weapons and equipment fielded. BV (1.0) = 1,763<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 340</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,149<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 269</ref> − *; NSR-10D : This ''Nightstar'' variant was introduced after the ''[[Marauder]]''-9D and uses some of the same components. Each arm mounts a [[Light Gauss Rifle]] and a Clan-spec [[ER Large Laser]]. A Clan-grade [[ER PPC]] is mounted in the right torso. A head mount carries a [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]]. To deal with the heat, sixteen double heat sinks are present, but two [[Coolant Pod]]s can provide emergency cooling. [[CASE II]] protects the 'Mech from Gauss rifle explosions.<ref name=rg6p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6, p. 13</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,539<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 40</ref> + *;NSR-10D : This ''Nightstar'' variant was introduced after the ''[[Marauder]]''-9D and uses some of the same components. Each arm mounts a [[Light Gauss Rifle]] and a Clan-spec [[ER Large Laser]]. A Clan-grade [[ER PPC]] is mounted in the right torso. A head mount carries a [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]]. To deal with the heat, sixteen double heat sinks are present, but two [[Coolant Pod]]s can provide emergency cooling. [[CASE II]] protects the 'Mech from Gauss rifle explosions.<ref name=rg6p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6, p. 13</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,539<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, Vol. 6'', p. 40</ref> ===Custom Variants=== ===Custom Variants=== − *; NSR-9J ''Nightstar'' Brubaker : The personal machine of [[Shelly Brubaker]], this ''Nightstar'' variant replaced the standard weapons with [[Clan]]-spec weapons: Two Gauss Rifles, three [[Large Pulse Laser]]s, and an ER Small Laser. BV (2.0) = 2,838<ref>''Operational Turning Points: Falcon Incursion'', p. 32</ref> + *;NSR-9J ''Nightstar'' Brubaker : The personal machine of [[Shelly Brubaker]], this ''Nightstar'' variant replaced the standard weapons with [[Clan]]-spec weapons: Two Gauss Rifles, three [[Large Pulse Laser]]s, and an ER Small Laser. BV (2.0) = 2,838<ref>''Operational Turning Points: Falcon Incursion'', p. 32</ref> − *; NSR-9J ''Nightstar'' Holt : The personal 'Mech of [[Holt's Hilltoppers]] commander Chief [[George Holt]], his customized ''Nightstar'' is fitted with Clan tech weaponry, a Gauss Rifle in each arm fed from a combined four tons of ammo supported by an ER PPC in right torso, a Large Pulse Laser in left torso and an ER Small Laser in the head. An [[Angel ECM Suite]] protects Holt from modern electronics while [[Triple Strength Myomer]] enhance its speed and strength during heavy combat.<ref name=OTPFR-41>''Operational Turning Points: Fronc Reaches'', p. 41: "Nightstar NSR-9J (Holt)"</ref> + *;NSR-9J ''Nightstar'' Holt : The personal 'Mech of [[Holt's Hilltoppers]] commander Chief [[George Holt]], his customized ''Nightstar'' is fitted with Clan tech weaponry, a Gauss Rifle in each arm fed from a combined four tons of ammo supported by an ER PPC in right torso, a Large Pulse Laser in left torso and an ER Small Laser in the head. An [[Angel ECM Suite]] protects Holt from modern electronics while [[Triple Strength Myomer]] enhance its speed and strength during heavy combat.<ref name=OTPFR-41>''Operational Turning Points: Fronc Reaches'', p. 41 "Nightstar NSR-9J (Holt)"</ref> ===Apocryphal Variants=== ===Apocryphal Variants=== Line 53:
Line 51: ''These variants were introduced in [[MechWarrior Online]], and thus far have not appeared in any canonical media. ''These variants were introduced in [[MechWarrior Online]], and thus far have not appeared in any canonical media. − *; NSR-9S : A slight modification of the -9SS, the -9S replaces the LB 20-X AC with another Ultra AC/20. 6 tons of ammo feeds both autocannons, although both CASE systems are removed.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online - Civil War: Escalation 'Mech Pack Sale Page''</ref> + *;NSR-9S : A slight modification of the -9SS, the -9S replaces the LB 20-X AC with another Ultra AC/20. 6 tons of ammo feeds both autocannons, although both CASE systems are removed.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online - Civil War: Escalation Mech Pack Sale Page''</ref> − *; NSR-9P : Four [[Ultra Autocannon/5]]s, one in each arm and side torso, fed by 5 tons of ammo, provides withering firepower, the pulse lasers remain, while a [[Streak SRM-6]] is mounted in the center torso. An [[anti-missile system]], fed by a ton of ammo, replaced the head-mounted small laser. Eleven double heat sinks were enough for the relatively heat-efficient weapons, although a half-ton of armor was removed.<ref name=MWO/> + *;NSR-9P : Four [[Ultra Autocannon/5]]s, one in each arm and side torso, fed by 5 tons of ammo, provides withering firepower, the pulse lasers remain, while a [[Streak SRM-6]] is mounted in the center torso. An [[Anti-Missile System]], fed by a ton of ammo, replaces the head-mounted small laser. 11 Double Heat Sinks is enough for the relatively heat-efficient weapons, although a half-ton of armor is removed.<ref name=MWO/> − *; NSR-10P : An [[Ultra Autocannon/2]] and Ultra Autocannon/5 is mounted in each arm, fed by two tons of ammo for each class, the ER PPC remains, while the Small Laser is upgraded to an [[ER medium laser]]. For protection the armor is upgraded to 17 and a half tons of [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] weave, while a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] protects against enemy electronics.<ref name=MWO/> + *; NSR-10P : An [[Ultra Autocannon/2]] and Ultra Autocannon/5 is mounted in each arm, fed by two tons of ammo for each class, the ERPPC remains, while the Small Laser is upgraded to an [[ER medium laser]]. For protection the armor is upgraded to 17 and a half tons of [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] weave, while a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] protects against enemy electronics.<ref name=MWO/> − *; NSR-WP ''Wolf Phoenix'' : While Shelly Brubaker's Nightstar mounted Clan weaponry, MechWarrior Online's version on Brubaker uses all Inner Sphere tech. The ''Wolf Phoenix'' mounts a [[Large Laser]] and Medium Pulse Laser in each arm, with a Streak SRM-4 and Streak SRM-6 in each side torso, fed by 7 tons of ammo. Although the armor protection is decreased by half a ton, the use of a Standard engine allows for much greater survivability.<ref name=MWO/> + *;NSR-WP ''Wolf Phoenix'' : While Shelly Brubaker's Nightstar mounted Clan weaponry, Mechwarrior Online's version on Brubaker uses all Inner Sphere tech. The ''Wolf Phoenix'' mounts a [[Large Laser]] and Medium Pulse Laser in each arm, with a Streak SRM-4 and Streak SRM-6 in each side torso, fed by 7 tons of ammo. Although the armor protection is decreased by half a ton, the use of a Standard engine allows for much greater survivability.<ref name=MWO/> {{ApocryphalContentEnd}} {{ApocryphalContentEnd}} == Design Quirks == == Design Quirks == − The ''Nightstar'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93: Design Quirk Table - Nightstar Entry</ref> + The ''Nightstar'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 93 Design Quirk Table - Nightstar Entry.</ref> * [[Command BattleMech]] * [[Command BattleMech]] * [[Good Reputation|Good Reputation (1)]] * [[Good Reputation|Good Reputation (1)]] * [[Variable Range Targeting]] * [[Variable Range Targeting]] − * [[Difficult to Maintain]] + * [[Difficult to Maintain]] ==Notable Pilots== ==Notable Pilots== − :''See [[:Category:Notable Nightstar Pilots]]''+ *[[Tancred Sandoval]] piloted a ''Nightstar'' during the [[FedCom Civil War]], up until its destruction during the Battle of [[New Avalon]]. + *[[Colonel]] [[Shelly Brubaker]] of [[Wolf's Dragoons]] piloted a ''Nightstar'' during the [[Jade Falcon Incursion (3058)|Jade Falcon Incursion]] of [[3058]].<ref>''Operational Turning Points: Falcon Incursion'', p. 9</ref> ==Notes== ==Notes== − * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Nachtstern'''''. The model code was left unchanged. + * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Nachtstern'''. The model code was left unchanged. == Gallery == == Gallery == Line 79:
Line 78: Nightstar.jpg|Original ''Nightstar'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' Nightstar.jpg|Original ''Nightstar'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' Nightstar RGilClan v06.png|''Nightstar'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6 |RG:ilClan v6]]'' Nightstar RGilClan v06.png|''Nightstar'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6 |RG:ilClan v6]]'' − Nightstar (Épée) BTLegends.jpg|[[Tancred Sandoval|Tancred Sandoval's]] ''Nightstar'' ''Épée'' from ''[[BattleTech: Legends|BT:Legends]]'' MWO Nightstar.png|Model of ''Nightstar'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' MWO Nightstar.png|Model of ''Nightstar'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' − Inner Sphere Heavy Battle Lance - Nightstar.jpg|''Nightstar'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Inner Sphere Heavy Battle Lance]]'' </gallery> </gallery> Line 88:
Line 85: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − <div class="desktop-3-col">+ *''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' − * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' + *''[[Combat Operations]]'' − * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' + *''[[Operational Turning Points: Falcon Incursion]]'' − *[https://mwomercs.com/civil-war-escalation MechWarrior Online - ''Civil War: Escalation 'Mech Pack'' Sale Page]+ *''[[Operational Turning Points: Fronc Reaches]]'' − * ''[[Operational Turning Points: Falcon Incursion]]'' + *[https://mwomercs.com/civil-war-escalation Mechwarrior Online - ''Civil War: Escalation Mech Pack'' Sale Page] − * ''[[Operational Turning Points: Fronc Reaches]]'' + *''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6]]'' − * ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' + − </div> − [[Category:'Mechs]] − [[Category:ComStar BattleMechs]] [[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs]] [[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs]] [[Category:Lyran Alliance BattleMechs]] [[Category:Lyran Alliance BattleMechs]]
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image = Nightstar RGilClan v06.png | + | |image=Nightstar RGilClan v06.png |
| − | |name = ''Nightstar'' | + | |name=''Nightstar'' |
| − | |manufacturer = [[General Motors]] | + | |manufacturer=[[General Motors]]<ref>''Handbook House Davion'' p.187</ref><br /> [[Norse-Storm Technologies Inc.]]<ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout 3058 Upgrade'' p.226</ref> |
| − | + | |model=NSR-9J | |
| − | [[Norse-Storm Technologies Inc.]] | + | |production year=2767 |
| − | |model = NSR-9J | + | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2286/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |production year = 2767 | + | |cost= 20,159,979 C-bills |
| − | |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2286/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | |Tech Base=Inner Sphere |
| − | |cost = 20,159,979 C-bills | + | |mech type=BattleMech |
| − | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere | + | |feet=biped |
| − | |mech type = BattleMech | + | |mass=95 |
| − | |feet = biped | + | |chassis=[[Norse-GM HeavyTRQ]] |
| − | |mass = 95 | + | |armor=[[Kallon Royalstar Heavy Type K]] |
| − | |chassis = [[Norse-GM | + | |engine=[[Pitban 285 XL]] |
| − | |armor = [[Kallon Royalstar Heavy Type K]] | + | |comsys=[[Tek BattleCom]] |
| − | |engine = [[Pitban 285 XL]] | + | |T&T=[[DLK Type Phased Array Sensors]] |
| − | |comsys = [[Tek BattleCom]] | + | |heat sinks=14 [[Double heat sinks]] |
| − | |T&T = [[DLK Type Phased Array Sensors]] | + | |speed=54.0 |
| − | |heat sinks = 14 [[Double heat sinks]] | + | |armament= |
| − | |speed = 54 | + | *2x [[Gauss rifle]]s |
| − | |armament = | + | *2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s |
| − | * 2x [[Gauss rifle]] | + | *1x [[ER PPC]] |
| − | * 2x [[ | + | *1x [[Small Laser]] |
| − | * 1x [[ER PPC]] | + | |BV (1.0)=2,135<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 227</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 339</ref> |
| − | * 1x [[ | + | |BV (2.0)=2,399<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 267</ref> |
| − | |BV (1.0) = 2,135<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 227</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 339</ref> | ||
| − | |BV (2.0) = 2,399 | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The [[Introduction Year::2767]] genesis of the '''''Nightstar''''' lies in the [[Amaris Civil War]], when it was noticed that unit commanders, most of whom were piloting ''[[Marauder]]'' [[BattleMech]]s, were being targeted by troops loyal to [[Stefan Amaris]]. The [['Mech]] itself was only produced until the first year of the [[First Succession War]], [[Production Ceased::2786]], when both of the factories capable of producing the ''Nightstar'' were destroyed or had their engineers die - the [[Norse-Storm BattleMechs|Norse-Storm]] factory was savaged in a [[Marik]] raid, while the [[General Motors]] engineers on Kathil died in a freak accident. [[Reintroduction Year::3057|About three hundred years later]], the ''Nightstar'' began production in both halves of the [[Federated Commonwealth]] and, since then, has become a popular 'Mech in both the [[AFFS]] and the [[LAAF]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 144</ref><ref name=TRO3058U | + | The [[Introduction Year::2767]] genesis of the '''''Nightstar''''' lies in the [[Amaris Civil War]], when it was noticed that unit commanders, most of whom were piloting ''[[Marauder]]'' [[BattleMech]]s, were being targeted by troops loyal to [[Stefan Amaris]]. The [['Mech]] itself was only produced until the first year of the [[First Succession War]], [[Production Ceased::2786]], when both of the factories capable of producing the ''Nightstar'' were destroyed or had their engineers die - the [[Norse-Storm BattleMechs|Norse-Storm]] factory was savaged in a [[Marik]] raid, while the [[General Motors]] engineers on Kathil died in a freak accident. [[Reintroduction Year::3057|About three hundred years later]], the ''Nightstar'' began production in both halves of the [[Federated Commonwealth]] and, since then, has become a popular 'Mech in both the [[AFFS]] and the [[LAAF]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 144</ref><ref name=TRO3058U/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
The ''Nightstar'' has a top speed of 54 km/h that is provided by a powerful [[Pitban 285]] [[XL engine]]. The ''Nightstar'' has a respectable amount of armor for its weight, at eighteen and a half tons, rivaling that of most other assault 'Mechs. To dissipate the waste heat from the 'Mechs impressive arsenal, the ''Nightstar'' has fourteen [[double heat sink]]s. | The ''Nightstar'' has a top speed of 54 km/h that is provided by a powerful [[Pitban 285]] [[XL engine]]. The ''Nightstar'' has a respectable amount of armor for its weight, at eighteen and a half tons, rivaling that of most other assault 'Mechs. To dissipate the waste heat from the 'Mechs impressive arsenal, the ''Nightstar'' has fourteen [[double heat sink]]s. | ||
| − | The ''Nightstar'' is armed to keep an enemy at stand-off ranges. To keep an enemy at as long a range as possible, the primary weapons carried are a pair of [[Norse-Storm Model 7D]] [[Gauss rifle]]s | + | The ''Nightstar'' is armed to keep an enemy at stand-off ranges. To keep an enemy at as long of a range as possible, the primary weapons carried are a pair of [[Norse-Storm Model 7D]] [[Gauss rifle]]s, each of which can strip almost a ton of armor off an enemy unit. These are backed up by a [[Defiance 1001]] [[ER PPC]] that is capable of hitting a target at six hundred and ninety meters. For defense at short ranges, the 'Mech has two [[Defiance P5M]] [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and an [[Exostar]] [[Small Laser]]. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; NSR-9FC : Reconfigured for greater speed, the 9FC variant of the ''Nightstar'' replaces the two Gauss Rifles with a pair of [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s that are not as destructive as the weapons they replace, but can use both standard and cluster ammunition, making them effective in a variety of roles. The Small Laser has also been upgraded and the Medium Pulse Lasers downgraded, giving the ''Nightstar'' a total of three [[medium laser]]s. To make the 'Mech fit better into the mobile warfare doctrine of the [[Federated Suns]] and [[Federated Commonwealth]], the 9FC model has used the saved weight to upgrade its engine, giving it a top speed of 64.8 km/h. | + | *;NSR-9FC : Reconfigured for greater speed, the 9FC variant of the ''Nightstar'' replaces the two Gauss Rifles with a pair of [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s that are not as destructive as the weapons they replace, but can use both standard and cluster ammunition, making them effective in a variety of roles. The Small Laser has also been upgraded and the Medium Pulse Lasers downgraded, giving the ''Nightstar'' a total of three [[medium laser]]s. To make the 'Mech fit better into the mobile warfare doctrine of the [[Federated Suns]] and [[Federated Commonwealth]], the 9FC model has used the saved weight to upgrade its engine, giving it a top speed of 64.8 km/h. BV (1.0) = 1,600<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 132</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 338</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,929<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 268</ref> |
| − | *; NSR-9SS : Originally developed for use in the arenas of [[Solaris VII]], the 9SS is produced by Norse-Storm. The long-range weaponry of the 9J is removed and replaced with an [[Ultra Autocannon/20]] and an [[LB-X Autocannon/20]]. The two guns are each incredibly powerful at short range, enabling the 9SS to obliterate enemies incredibly quickly. Three tons of ammunition for each ensure that this variant of the ''Nightstar'' has some staying power. A half of a ton of armor is removed to make way for three [[jump jet]]s, enabling the 9SS to vault up to ninety meters at a time so that it can more effectively bring its autocannons to bear. Three [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s back up the autocannons and provide the only firepower should they run out of ammunition. Also of note is the loss of both lower arm and hand actuators to make space for the weapons and equipment fielded. | + | *;NSR-9SS : Originally developed for use in the arenas of [[Solaris VII]], the 9SS is produced by Norse-Storm. The long-range weaponry of the 9J is removed and replaced with an [[Ultra Autocannon/20]] and an [[LB-X Autocannon/20]]. The two guns are each incredibly powerful at short range, enabling the 9SS to obliterate enemies incredibly quickly. Three tons of ammunition for each ensure that this variant of the ''Nightstar'' has some staying power. A half of a ton of armor is removed to make way for three [[jump jet]]s, enabling the 9SS to vault up to ninety meters at a time so that it can more effectively bring its autocannons to bear. Three [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s back up the autocannons and provide the only firepower should they run out of ammunition. Also of note is the loss of both lower arm and hand actuators to make space for the weapons and equipment fielded. BV (1.0) = 1,763<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 340</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,149<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 269</ref> |
| − | *; NSR-10D : This ''Nightstar'' variant was introduced after the ''[[Marauder]]''-9D and uses some of the same components. Each arm mounts a [[Light Gauss Rifle]] and a Clan-spec [[ER Large Laser]]. A Clan-grade [[ER PPC]] is mounted in the right torso. A head mount carries a [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]]. To deal with the heat, sixteen double heat sinks are present, but two [[Coolant Pod]]s can provide emergency cooling. [[CASE II]] protects the 'Mech from Gauss rifle explosions.<ref name=rg6p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6, p. 13</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,539<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, | + | *;NSR-10D : This ''Nightstar'' variant was introduced after the ''[[Marauder]]''-9D and uses some of the same components. Each arm mounts a [[Light Gauss Rifle]] and a Clan-spec [[ER Large Laser]]. A Clan-grade [[ER PPC]] is mounted in the right torso. A head mount carries a [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]]. To deal with the heat, sixteen double heat sinks are present, but two [[Coolant Pod]]s can provide emergency cooling. [[CASE II]] protects the 'Mech from Gauss rifle explosions.<ref name=rg6p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6, p. 13</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,539<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, Vol. 6'', p. 40</ref> |
===Custom Variants=== | ===Custom Variants=== | ||
| − | *; NSR-9J ''Nightstar'' Brubaker : The personal machine of [[Shelly Brubaker]], this ''Nightstar'' variant replaced the standard weapons with [[Clan]]-spec weapons: Two Gauss Rifles, three [[Large Pulse Laser]]s, and an ER Small Laser. BV (2.0) = 2,838<ref>''Operational Turning Points: Falcon Incursion'', p. 32</ref> | + | *;NSR-9J ''Nightstar'' Brubaker : The personal machine of [[Shelly Brubaker]], this ''Nightstar'' variant replaced the standard weapons with [[Clan]]-spec weapons: Two Gauss Rifles, three [[Large Pulse Laser]]s, and an ER Small Laser. BV (2.0) = 2,838<ref>''Operational Turning Points: Falcon Incursion'', p. 32</ref> |
| − | *; NSR-9J ''Nightstar'' Holt : The personal 'Mech of [[Holt's Hilltoppers]] commander Chief [[George Holt]], his customized ''Nightstar'' is fitted with Clan tech weaponry, a Gauss Rifle in each arm fed from a combined four tons of ammo supported by an ER PPC in right torso, a Large Pulse Laser in left torso and an ER Small Laser in the head. An [[Angel ECM Suite]] protects Holt from modern electronics while [[Triple Strength Myomer]] enhance its speed and strength during heavy combat.<ref name=OTPFR-41>''Operational Turning Points: Fronc Reaches'', p. 41 | + | *;NSR-9J ''Nightstar'' Holt : The personal 'Mech of [[Holt's Hilltoppers]] commander Chief [[George Holt]], his customized ''Nightstar'' is fitted with Clan tech weaponry, a Gauss Rifle in each arm fed from a combined four tons of ammo supported by an ER PPC in right torso, a Large Pulse Laser in left torso and an ER Small Laser in the head. An [[Angel ECM Suite]] protects Holt from modern electronics while [[Triple Strength Myomer]] enhance its speed and strength during heavy combat.<ref name=OTPFR-41>''Operational Turning Points: Fronc Reaches'', p. 41 "Nightstar NSR-9J (Holt)"</ref> |
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| − | *; NSR-9S : A slight modification of the -9SS, the -9S replaces the LB 20-X AC with another Ultra AC/20. 6 tons of ammo feeds both autocannons, although both CASE systems are removed.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online - Civil War: Escalation | + | *;NSR-9S : A slight modification of the -9SS, the -9S replaces the LB 20-X AC with another Ultra AC/20. 6 tons of ammo feeds both autocannons, although both CASE systems are removed.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online - Civil War: Escalation Mech Pack Sale Page''</ref> |
| − | *; NSR-9P : Four [[Ultra Autocannon/5]]s, one in each arm and side torso, fed by 5 tons of ammo, provides withering firepower, the pulse lasers remain, while a [[Streak SRM-6]] is mounted in the center torso. An [[ | + | *;NSR-9P : Four [[Ultra Autocannon/5]]s, one in each arm and side torso, fed by 5 tons of ammo, provides withering firepower, the pulse lasers remain, while a [[Streak SRM-6]] is mounted in the center torso. An [[Anti-Missile System]], fed by a ton of ammo, replaces the head-mounted small laser. 11 Double Heat Sinks is enough for the relatively heat-efficient weapons, although a half-ton of armor is removed.<ref name=MWO/> |
| − | *; NSR-10P : An [[Ultra Autocannon/2]] and Ultra Autocannon/5 is mounted in each arm, fed by two tons of ammo for each class, the | + | *; NSR-10P : An [[Ultra Autocannon/2]] and Ultra Autocannon/5 is mounted in each arm, fed by two tons of ammo for each class, the ERPPC remains, while the Small Laser is upgraded to an [[ER medium laser]]. For protection the armor is upgraded to 17 and a half tons of [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] weave, while a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] protects against enemy electronics.<ref name=MWO/> |
| − | *; NSR-WP ''Wolf Phoenix'' : While Shelly Brubaker's Nightstar mounted Clan weaponry, | + | *;NSR-WP ''Wolf Phoenix'' : While Shelly Brubaker's Nightstar mounted Clan weaponry, Mechwarrior Online's version on Brubaker uses all Inner Sphere tech. The ''Wolf Phoenix'' mounts a [[Large Laser]] and Medium Pulse Laser in each arm, with a Streak SRM-4 and Streak SRM-6 in each side torso, fed by 7 tons of ammo. Although the armor protection is decreased by half a ton, the use of a Standard engine allows for much greater survivability.<ref name=MWO/> |
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== Design Quirks == | == Design Quirks == | ||
| − | The ''Nightstar'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref> | + | The ''Nightstar'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 93 Design Quirk Table - Nightstar Entry.</ref> |
* [[Command BattleMech]] | * [[Command BattleMech]] | ||
* [[Good Reputation|Good Reputation (1)]] | * [[Good Reputation|Good Reputation (1)]] | ||
* [[Variable Range Targeting]] | * [[Variable Range Targeting]] | ||
| − | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] | + | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] |
==Notable Pilots== | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
| − | + | *[[Tancred Sandoval]] piloted a ''Nightstar'' during the [[FedCom Civil War]], up until its destruction during the Battle of [[New Avalon]]. | |
| + | *[[Colonel]] [[Shelly Brubaker]] of [[Wolf's Dragoons]] piloted a ''Nightstar'' during the [[Jade Falcon Incursion (3058)|Jade Falcon Incursion]] of [[3058]].<ref>''Operational Turning Points: Falcon Incursion'', p. 9</ref> | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to | + | * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Nachtstern'''. The model code was left unchanged. |
== Gallery == | == Gallery == | ||
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Nightstar.jpg|Original ''Nightstar'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' | Nightstar.jpg|Original ''Nightstar'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' | ||
Nightstar RGilClan v06.png|''Nightstar'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6 |RG:ilClan v6]]'' | Nightstar RGilClan v06.png|''Nightstar'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6 |RG:ilClan v6]]'' | ||
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MWO Nightstar.png|Model of ''Nightstar'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' | MWO Nightstar.png|Model of ''Nightstar'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | + | *''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' | |
| − | * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' | + | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | + | *''[[Operational Turning Points: Falcon Incursion]]'' |
| − | + | *''[[Operational Turning Points: Fronc Reaches]]'' | |
| − | * ''[[Operational Turning Points: Falcon Incursion]]'' | + | *[https://mwomercs.com/civil-war-escalation Mechwarrior Online - ''Civil War: Escalation Mech Pack'' Sale Page] |
| − | * ''[[Operational Turning Points: Fronc Reaches]]'' | + | *''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' |
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