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Line 1: − {{Update Needed|[[Shrapnel_(magazine)#Issue_14|Shrapnel #14]]}} {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech |image = Shadow_Hawk_SHD-2H_FSW.jpg |image = Shadow_Hawk_SHD-2H_FSW.jpg |name = ''Shadow Hawk'' |name = ''Shadow Hawk'' |manufacturer = |manufacturer = − [[Earthwerks Incorporated]]<ref name=TRSWp104f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 104–105: "SHD-2H Shadow Hawk". Previously featured in ''Technical Readout: 3026'', pp. 66–67: "SHD-2H Shadow Hawk" and ''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 289: "SHD-2H Shadow Hawk"</ref> + [[Earthwerks Incorporated]]<ref name=TRSWp104f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 104–105: "SHD-2H Shadow Hawk". Also featured in ''Technical Readout: 3026'', pp. 66–67: "SHD-2H Shadow Hawk" and ''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 289: "SHD-2H Shadow Hawk"</ref> ---- ---- [[King Dumount Defense Facility]]<ref>''Objectives: Periphery'', p. 31: "King Dumount Defense Facility"</ref> [[King Dumount Defense Facility]]<ref>''Objectives: Periphery'', p. 31: "King Dumount Defense Facility"</ref> ---- ---- − [[Lang Industries]] + [[Lang Industries Incorporated]] ---- ---- [[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]]<ref name=TRSWp104f /> [[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]]<ref name=TRSWp104f /> Line 44:
Line 43: ==Description== ==Description== − A multirole [[BattleMech]] developed in [[Introduction Year::2550]] during the [[Star League Era|Golden Age]], the '''''Shadow Hawk''''' is a powerful fusion of maneuverability and firepower. With a mix of long-range and short-range weapons, good maneuverability thanks to [[jump jets]], and excellent endurance, the ''Shadow Hawk'' has long been regarded as one of the best 'Mechs in its weight class. The ''Shadow Hawk'' is equally adept whether commanding a reconnaissance [[company]] or serving as a spotter for heavy and assault [[lance]]s.<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', pp. 66–67</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 289</ref> + A multi-role [[BattleMech]] developed in [[Introduction Year::2550]] during the [[Star League Era|Golden Age]], the '''''Shadow Hawk''''' is a powerful fusion of maneuverability and firepower. With a mix of long-range and short-range weapons, good maneuverability thanks to [[jump jets]], and excellent endurance, the ''Shadow Hawk'' has long been regarded as one of the best 'Mechs in its weight class. The ''Shadow Hawk'' is equally adept whether commanding a reconnaissance [[company]] or serving as a spotter for heavy and assault [[lance]]s.<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', pp. 66–67</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 289</ref> − [[Lang Industries]] had technically introduced the ''Shadow Hawk'' many years prior to 2550, but this version of the 'Mech suffered from a debilitating fault in its armor plating. The line was recalled and a major overhaul was accomplished in 2550 without any difficulties which solved the issue for most, but not all, ''Shadow Hawk'' models; this resumption of production therefore is regarded by many historians as the true debut of the design.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> For the next few centuries Lang continued to produce the ''Shadow Hawk'' for the [[Star League]] and the [[Great Houses]] until their factory was destroyed with the start of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]].<ref name=TRO3025/> Afterwards, [[Earthwerks Incorporated]] remained the only manufacturer within the [[Inner Sphere]] to continue producing ''Shadow Hawks'' from their factory on [[Calloway VI]], while in the [[Periphery]] [[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]] on [[Dunianshire]] built these 'Mechs for the [[Magistracy of Canopus]] and other prospective buyers.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', pp. 136–137</ref> As many of the secrets of [[lostech]] were rediscovered, Earthwerks was able to create an updated variant of the ''Shadow Hawk'', the SHD-5M, in time for the [[Clan Invasion]].<ref name=TRO3050/> + [[Lang Industries Incorporated|Lang Industries]] had technically introduced the ''Shadow Hawk'' many years prior to 2550, but this version of the 'Mech suffered from a debilitating fault in its armor plating. The line was recalled and a major overhaul was accomplished in 2550 without any difficulties which solved the issue for most, but not all, ''Shadow Hawk'' models; this resumption of production therefore is regarded by many historians as the true debut of the design.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> For the next few centuries Lang continued to produce the ''Shadow Hawk'' for the [[Star League]] and the [[Great Houses]] until their factory was destroyed with the start of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]].<ref name=TRO3025/> Afterwards, [[Earthwerks Incorporated]] remained the only manufacturer within the [[Inner Sphere]] to continue producing ''Shadow Hawks'' from their factory on [[Calloway VI]], while in the [[Periphery]] [[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]] on [[Dunianshire]] built these 'Mechs for the [[Magistracy of Canopus]] and other prospective buyers.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', pp. 136–137</ref> As many of the secrets of [[lostech]] were rediscovered, Earthwerks was able to create an updated variant of the ''Shadow Hawk'', the SHD-5M, in time for the [[Clan Invasion]].<ref name=TRO3050/> − Starting in the summer of [[3066]], [[Vicore Industries]] began promoting their "Project Phoenix" to various weapons manufacturers across the Inner Sphere, promising improved versions of venerable designs like the ''Shadow Hawk''. Earthwerks, [[Kallon Industries]], and [[ComStar]] all expressed interest in redesigning the ''Shadow Hawk'', however the latter two lacked appropriate facilities to build the 'Mech and so, at the suggestion of the Vicore group, contracted [[Odin Manufacturing]] on [[Orestes]] to build the components while Kallon finished the process at its factories on [[Nanking]] and [[Talon (moon)|Talon]].<ref name=TROPP>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix'', 18</ref> The [[Capellan Confederation]] later acquired the rights to build Earthwerks' SHD-7M ''Shadow Hawk'' variant shortly before the [[Jihad]], which they then sublicensed to [[Vandenberg Mechanized Industries]] to produce.<ref name=TROPP/><ref>''Handbook: Major Periphery States'', p. 118</ref> + Starting in the summer of [[3066]], [[Vicore Industries]] began promoting their "Project Phoenix" to various weapons manufacturers across the Inner Sphere, promising improved versions of venerable designs like the ''Shadow Hawk''. Earthwerks, [[Kallon Industries]], and [[ComStar]] all expressed interest in redesigning the ''Shadow Hawk'', however the latter two lacked appropriate facilities to build the 'Mech and so, at the suggestion of the Vicore group, contracted [[Odin Manufacturing]] on [[Orestes]] to build the components while Kallon finished the process at its factories on [[Nanking]] and [[Talon]].<ref name=TROPP>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix'', 18</ref> The [[Capellan Confederation]] later acquired the rights to build Earthwerks' SHD-7M ''Shadow Hawk'' variant shortly before the [[Jihad]], which they then sublicensed to [[Vandenberg Mechanized Industries]] to produce.<ref name=TROPP/><ref>''Handbook: Major Periphery States'', p. 118</ref> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The ''Shadow Hawk'' carries a varied, but effective, mix of weapons. Primary among them is the [[Armstrong J11|80mm Armstrong J11]] [[AC/5]] mounted in the left torso along with one ton of ammo. This weapon, as well as the [[LRM-5#Holly|Holly]] [[LRM-5]] launcher with one ton of reloads in the right torso, provide the ''Shadow Hawk'' with good long-range striking capabilities. When the ''Shadow Hawk'' closes to shorter ranges it can bring to bear its [[SRM-2#Holly_2|Holly]] [[SRM-2]] launcher mounted in the head and its right-arm [[Martell (ML)|Martell]] [[medium laser]] which can generally finish off most 'Mechs of its own weight class or smaller that might have survived the mixed autocannon and LRM fire. One ton of ammunition for the SRM-2 is kept in the ''Shadow Hawk''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s center torso while 12 [[single heat sinks]] provide decent cooling. For hand-to-hand combat the ''Shadow Hawk'' features a pair of Lang manipulative hands, regarded as among the strongest models ever built prior to the fall of the Star League. The ability to grasp and carry objects greatly assists in its ability to take part in raiding missions.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> + The ''Shadow Hawk'' carries a varied, but effective, mix of weapons. Primary among them is the [[Armstrong J11|80mm Armstrong J11]] [[AC/5]] mounted in the left torso along with one ton of ammo. This weapon, as well as the [[LRM-5#Holly|Holly]] [[LRM-5]] launcher with one ton of reloads in the right torso, provide the ''Shadow Hawk'' with good long-range striking capabilities. When the ''Shadow Hawk'' closes to shorter ranges it can bring to bear its [[Holly (SRM2)|Holly]] [[SRM-2]] launcher mounted in the head and its right-arm [[Martell (ML)|Martell]] [[medium laser]] which can generally finish off most 'Mechs of its own weight class or smaller that might have survived the mixed autocannon and LRM fire. One ton of ammunition for the SRM-2 is kept in the ''Shadow Hawk''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s center torso while 12 [[single heat sinks]] provide decent cooling. For hand-to-hand combat the ''Shadow Hawk'' features a pair of Lang manipulative hands, regarded as among the strongest models ever built prior to the fall of the Star League. The ability to grasp and carry objects greatly assists in its ability to take part in raiding missions.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> While nine and a half tons of armor provide excellent protection, early models of the ''Shadow Hawk'' suffered from defective armor pressure plates, especially in the legs. When struck, these plates were liable to sever the [[myomer]] bundles which governed movement, rendering the 'Mech immobile. Although the mass recall of 2550 largely solved this issue, a small number of ''Shadow Hawks'' were not fixed and continued to see service in battle; on occasion this defect led to the loss of entire battles.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> While nine and a half tons of armor provide excellent protection, early models of the ''Shadow Hawk'' suffered from defective armor pressure plates, especially in the legs. When struck, these plates were liable to sever the [[myomer]] bundles which governed movement, rendering the 'Mech immobile. Although the mass recall of 2550 largely solved this issue, a small number of ''Shadow Hawks'' were not fixed and continued to see service in battle; on occasion this defect led to the loss of entire battles.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> Line 80:
Line 79: *; SHD-5R : This variant is fitted with a smaller 220-rated [[XL engine]], reducing the top speed to 64.8 km/h, but retains the three [[jump jet]]s that provide a 90 meter jump capability. The right arm has an [[ER medium laser]], the head carries a [[Streak SRM-2]], and a [[light AC/5]] is mounted in the left torso. The main firepower, however, comes from five [[Thunderbolt 5]] missile launchers. The autocannon and Streak launcher each have one ton of ammunition, and the Thunderbolt launchers have four tons of ammunition. This version also has 10 [[double heat sink]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,296<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 28</ref> *; SHD-5R : This variant is fitted with a smaller 220-rated [[XL engine]], reducing the top speed to 64.8 km/h, but retains the three [[jump jet]]s that provide a 90 meter jump capability. The right arm has an [[ER medium laser]], the head carries a [[Streak SRM-2]], and a [[light AC/5]] is mounted in the left torso. The main firepower, however, comes from five [[Thunderbolt 5]] missile launchers. The autocannon and Streak launcher each have one ton of ammunition, and the Thunderbolt launchers have four tons of ammunition. This version also has 10 [[double heat sink]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,296<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 28</ref> − *; SHD-5S : Originally from ''[[BattleTechnology]]'' magazine, this heavy scout variant carries a [[large laser]] in the right arm, a pair of [[medium laser]]s in each side torso, and a [[medium pulse laser]] with a coaxially mounted [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] system in the left arm. The left and right torso carry a [[Guardian ECM suite]] and a [[Beagle active probe]], respectively, and a half ton of cargo space is provided in the head, probably for supplies on long reconnaissance missions. The most interesting change, however, is the use of a more powerful 330-rated [[XL engine]] that gives a top speed of 97.2 km/h which, when combined with five [[jump jet]]s allowing 150 meter leaps, allows the 'Mech to get out of tight spots. BV (2.0) = 1,590<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 29</ref> + *; SHD-5S :This heavy scout variant carries a [[large laser]] in the right arm, a pair of two [[medium laser]]s in each side torso, and a [[medium pulse laser]] with a coaxially mounted [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] system in the left arm. The left and right torso carry a [[Guardian ECM suite]] and a [[Beagle active probe]], and a half ton of cargo space is provided in the head, probably for supplies on long reconnaissance missions. The most interesting change, however, is the use of a more powerful 330-rated [[XL engine]] that gives a top speed of 97.2 km/h which, when combined with five [[jump jet]]s allowing 150 meter leaps, allows the 'Mech to get out of tight spots. BV (2.0) = 1,590<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 29</ref> *; SHD-6D : This AFFS version carries a [[large re-engineered laser]] and a [[medium re-engineered laser]] to defeat the advanced armors fielded by the [[DCMS]]. Missile support comes from a single [[MML-5]] with two tons of ammunition in a [[CASE II]] protected bay. The final weapon is an [[Improved One-Shot]] [[Streak SRM-2]]. 11 [[double heat sink]]s are fitted on the [[endo steel]] chassis. Ground speed and jump capability matches the SHD-5M. BV (2.0) = 1,296<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 30</ref> *; SHD-6D : This AFFS version carries a [[large re-engineered laser]] and a [[medium re-engineered laser]] to defeat the advanced armors fielded by the [[DCMS]]. Missile support comes from a single [[MML-5]] with two tons of ammunition in a [[CASE II]] protected bay. The final weapon is an [[Improved One-Shot]] [[Streak SRM-2]]. 11 [[double heat sink]]s are fitted on the [[endo steel]] chassis. Ground speed and jump capability matches the SHD-5M. BV (2.0) = 1,296<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 30</ref> Line 98:
Line 97: *; SHD-12C : Built for the Rasalhagian forces of the [[Ghost Bear Dominion]] in 3079, this variant uses a [[Lord's Light 3 Heavy PPC|Lord's Light 3]] [[heavy PPC]] as its main weapon, supported by a [[Diverse Optics Extended-Range Medium Laser|Diverse Optics]] [[ER medium laser]] and a [[Helga Series 7-Tube Multi-Missile Launcher|Helga Series]] [[MML-7]]; 12 double heat sinks handle most of the burden. [[Wall Type 8 Light Ferro-Fibrous|Wall Type 8]] [[light ferro-fibrous]] armor protects the pilot, but in the event of a catastrophic failure the pilot can use a [[Full-Head Ejection System]] to escape. Its [[Rawlings 55]] jump jets provide a limited jump capability of 120 meters, but it makes use of a larger 330-rated engine to reach speeds over 90 km/h. To make room for all this equipment, the Bears used an Inner Sphere-grade [[GM 330 XL]] and [[Kallon Type VII Endo Steel]] chassis. The electronics are updated to [[Dash 2 Standard]] comms and a [[Blade 12]] T&T system.<ref name=TRJp122f /> BV (2.0) = 1,574<ref name=TRJp122f /> *; SHD-12C : Built for the Rasalhagian forces of the [[Ghost Bear Dominion]] in 3079, this variant uses a [[Lord's Light 3 Heavy PPC|Lord's Light 3]] [[heavy PPC]] as its main weapon, supported by a [[Diverse Optics Extended-Range Medium Laser|Diverse Optics]] [[ER medium laser]] and a [[Helga Series 7-Tube Multi-Missile Launcher|Helga Series]] [[MML-7]]; 12 double heat sinks handle most of the burden. [[Wall Type 8 Light Ferro-Fibrous|Wall Type 8]] [[light ferro-fibrous]] armor protects the pilot, but in the event of a catastrophic failure the pilot can use a [[Full-Head Ejection System]] to escape. Its [[Rawlings 55]] jump jets provide a limited jump capability of 120 meters, but it makes use of a larger 330-rated engine to reach speeds over 90 km/h. To make room for all this equipment, the Bears used an Inner Sphere-grade [[GM 330 XL]] and [[Kallon Type VII Endo Steel]] chassis. The electronics are updated to [[Dash 2 Standard]] comms and a [[Blade 12]] T&T system.<ref name=TRJp122f /> BV (2.0) = 1,574<ref name=TRJp122f /> − *; ''Shadow Hawk'' C : A [[Clan]]-tech retrofit of the classic ''Shadow Hawk'' and intended for second-line and ''[[solahma]]'' troops, the ''Shadow Hawk'' C replaces all Inner Sphere–tech weaponry with Clan equivalents. The C mounts an [[LB 5-X AC]], an [[LRM-5]] equipped with [[Swarm LRM]] munitions, a [[Streak SRM-2]], and an [[ER medium laser]]. Two additional [[jump jet]]s were added, extending the jump radius to 150 meters, as well as one additional [[single heat sink]]. BV (2.0) = 1,309<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 32</ref> + *; ''Shadow Hawk'' C : A [[Clan]]-tech retrofit of the classic ''Shadow Hawk'' and intended for second-line and ''[[solahma]]'' troops, the ''Shadow Hawk'' C replaces all Inner Sphere–tech weaponry with Clan equivalents. The C mounts an [[LB 5-X AC]], an [[LRM-5]] equipped with [[Swarm LRM]] munitions, a [[Streak SRM-2]], and an [[ER medium laser]]. Two additional [[jump jet]]s were added, extending the jump radius to 150 meters, as well as one additional [[single heat sink]]. BV (2.0) = 1,348<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 32</ref> ===Custom Variants=== ===Custom Variants=== Line 112:
Line 111: ''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#Heroes of the Inner Sphere|''MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere'' Expansion Pack]]:'' ''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#Heroes of the Inner Sphere|''MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere'' Expansion Pack]]:'' *; SHD-2P : Introduced in [[2846]], this variant of the ''Shadow Hawk'' replaces its [[AC/5]] with a [[medium rifle]], supplied by two tons of ammunition. Further changes include an additional ton of ammunition for the [[LRM-5]] launcher, the removal of two [[single heat sink]]s and the installation of a [[supercharger]].<ref name=MW5HoIS>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Heroes of the Inner Sphere''</ref> *; SHD-2P : Introduced in [[2846]], this variant of the ''Shadow Hawk'' replaces its [[AC/5]] with a [[medium rifle]], supplied by two tons of ammunition. Further changes include an additional ton of ammunition for the [[LRM-5]] launcher, the removal of two [[single heat sink]]s and the installation of a [[supercharger]].<ref name=MW5HoIS>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Heroes of the Inner Sphere''</ref> + + ''From [[BattleTechnology]]:'' + *; SHD-5S : The 5S is a variant of the 5M used by the Special Forces. It replaces all standard weapons with one [[large laser]], one [[medium pulse laser]], and four [[medium laser]]s. In addition, it carries a [[Beagle active probe]] in the right torso, while a [[Guardian ECM suite]] is installed in the left torso. Its left arm is also equipped with a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]], while its head contains cargo space. It is armored by 11.5 tons of [[standard armor]].<ref>''BattleTechnology'', Issue #21, p. 45</ref> ''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' ''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' − *; SHD-GD ''The Gray Death'' : Themed as a variant piloted by Grayson Death Carlyle, despite the fact that neither Grayson nor second ''Shadow Hawk'' pilot [[Sharyl (Gray Death Legion)|Sharyl]] piloted such a variant, ''the Gray Death'' swaps the [[AC/5]] for an [[AC/10]] with two tons of ammunition, and carries two [[medium laser]]s in each arm. The [[LRM-5]] and [[SRM-2]] are kept, along with the three [[jump jet]]s, and cooling is handled by 12 [[double heat sink]]s. The tonnage required for the heavier weapons loadout is freed up by using a 275-rated [[XL engine]]. The 'Mech has a grey, black and red pattern with white insignia of the Gray Death Legion and is presumably the second ''Shadow Hawk'' the unit operated, piloted by Sharyl.[http://mwomercs.com/forums/topic/178507-patch-notes-13350-18-nov-2014/] + *; SHD-GD ''The Gray Death'' : Themed as a variant piloted by Grayson Death Carlyle, despite the fact that neither Grayson nor second ''Shadow Hawk'' pilot [[Sharyl]] piloted such a variant, ''the Gray Death'' swaps the [[AC/5]] for an [[AC/10]] with two tons of ammunition, and carries two [[medium laser]]s in each arm. The [[LRM-5]] and [[SRM-2]] are kept, along with the three [[jump jet]]s, and cooling is handled by 12 [[double heat sink]]s. The tonnage required for the heavier weapons loadout is freed up by using a 275-rated [[XL engine]]. The 'Mech has a grey, black and red pattern with white insignia of the Gray Death Legion and is presumably the second ''Shadow Hawk'' the unit operated, piloted by [[Sharyl]].[http://mwomercs.com/forums/topic/178507-patch-notes-13350-18-nov-2014/] − − *; SHD-S(LGD) ''The Scattershot'' : The ''Shadow Hawk'' [[Legendary 'Mech]] mounts a trio of [[LB 2-X AC]]s in it's right torso supported by a pair of [[MRM-10]] racks in the left torso. Built around an 255-rated XL engine, double heat sinks, endo steel frame and clad in light ferro-fibrous armor, the ''Scattershot'' carries a total of three tons of LBX rounds and three tons of MRM reloads.[https://mwomercs.com/news/2023/04/2739-patch-notes-142760-18april2023] − {{ApocryphalContentEnd}} {{ApocryphalContentEnd}} Line 134:
Line 133: ==Notes== ==Notes== − * Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20221102192457/https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2018/08/16/out-of-the-archives-the-battlemechs-i-wrote-about-or-designed/ blog entry] that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the ''Shadow Hawk'' was among the BattleMechs for which he wrote the original background as initially published in ''TRO:3025'', after being given only its name, image, and game stats to work with for the TRO entry. + * Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2018/08/16/out-of-the-archives-the-battlemechs-i-wrote-about-or-designed/ blog entry] that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the ''Shadow Hawk'' was among the BattleMechs for which he wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:3025, after being given only its name, image, and game stats to work with for the TRO entry. − * The original ''Shadow Hawk'' is based on the title Combat Armor of the anime ''Fang of the Sun Dougram''. Due to legal difficulties it became one of the [[Unseen]]. + * The ''Shadow Hawk'' is one of the most iconic BattleMechs in BattleTech. It is based on the title Combat Armor of the anime ''Fang of the Sun Dougram''. Due to legal difficulties, the ''Shadow Hawk'' was among the [[Unseen]] BattleMechs of BattleTech. Legal disputes over ownership of this image were resolved in Summer, 2009. − * The ''Shadow Hawk'' C was updated in ''RG:ilClan v12'' from the previous version in ''[[The Battle for Twycross]]'', p. 48, and ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix]]'', p. 85, increasing the number of jump jets and heat sinks while, consequently, the BV 2.0 (previously 1,260). + * The ''Shadow Hawk'' C was retconned in ''RG:ilClan v12'' from the previous version in ''[[The Battle for Twycross]]'', p. 48, and ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix]]'', p. 85, increasing the number of jump jets and heat sinks while, consequently, the BV 2.0 (previously 1,260). − − * [[Shrapnel_(magazine)#Issue_14|''Shrapnel'', issue 14]] published a Technical Readout for the SHD-3H. This variant is based on the BattleDroids stats attached to the back of [[TCI_Model_Sets#History|anime model kits]] imported by [[Twentieth Century Imports]]. * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Dunkelfalke'''''. The model code was changed accordingly to '''DKF-2L'''. * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Dunkelfalke'''''. The model code was changed accordingly to '''DKF-2L'''. Line 157:
Line 154: SHD-1R Shadow Hawk.jpg|SHD-1R ''Shadow Hawk'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 1|XTRO:Primitives I]]'' SHD-1R Shadow Hawk.jpg|SHD-1R ''Shadow Hawk'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 1|XTRO:Primitives I]]'' Camokuritanightstalkers1.png|''Shadow Hawk'' in colors of [[Night Stalkers]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]'' Camokuritanightstalkers1.png|''Shadow Hawk'' in colors of [[Night Stalkers]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]'' − Shadow Hawk (Tyche) BTLegends.jpg|[[Isobel Carlyle|Isobel Carlyle's]] ''Shadow Hawk'' ''Tyche'' from ''[[BattleTech: Legends|BT:Legends]]'' Image:MWO Shadowhawk.png|Model of ''Shadow Hawk'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' Image:MWO Shadowhawk.png|Model of ''Shadow Hawk'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' Battledroids-Shadow Hawk.jpg|''Shadow Hawk'' standee from ''[[Battledroids]]'' Battledroids-Shadow Hawk.jpg|''Shadow Hawk'' standee from ''[[Battledroids]]'' Line 163:
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| − | [[Earthwerks Incorporated]]<ref name=TRSWp104f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 104–105: "SHD-2H Shadow Hawk". | + | [[Earthwerks Incorporated]]<ref name=TRSWp104f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 104–105: "SHD-2H Shadow Hawk". Also featured in ''Technical Readout: 3026'', pp. 66–67: "SHD-2H Shadow Hawk" and ''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 289: "SHD-2H Shadow Hawk"</ref> |
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[[King Dumount Defense Facility]]<ref>''Objectives: Periphery'', p. 31: "King Dumount Defense Facility"</ref> | [[King Dumount Defense Facility]]<ref>''Objectives: Periphery'', p. 31: "King Dumount Defense Facility"</ref> | ||
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[[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]]<ref name=TRSWp104f /> | [[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]]<ref name=TRSWp104f /> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | A | + | A multi-role [[BattleMech]] developed in [[Introduction Year::2550]] during the [[Star League Era|Golden Age]], the '''''Shadow Hawk''''' is a powerful fusion of maneuverability and firepower. With a mix of long-range and short-range weapons, good maneuverability thanks to [[jump jets]], and excellent endurance, the ''Shadow Hawk'' has long been regarded as one of the best 'Mechs in its weight class. The ''Shadow Hawk'' is equally adept whether commanding a reconnaissance [[company]] or serving as a spotter for heavy and assault [[lance]]s.<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', pp. 66–67</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 289</ref> |
| − | [[Lang Industries]] had technically introduced the ''Shadow Hawk'' many years prior to 2550, but this version of the 'Mech suffered from a debilitating fault in its armor plating. The line was recalled and a major overhaul was accomplished in 2550 without any difficulties which solved the issue for most, but not all, ''Shadow Hawk'' models; this resumption of production therefore is regarded by many historians as the true debut of the design.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> For the next few centuries Lang continued to produce the ''Shadow Hawk'' for the [[Star League]] and the [[Great Houses]] until their factory was destroyed with the start of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]].<ref name=TRO3025/> Afterwards, [[Earthwerks Incorporated]] remained the only manufacturer within the [[Inner Sphere]] to continue producing ''Shadow Hawks'' from their factory on [[Calloway VI]], while in the [[Periphery]] [[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]] on [[Dunianshire]] built these 'Mechs for the [[Magistracy of Canopus]] and other prospective buyers.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', pp. 136–137</ref> As many of the secrets of [[lostech]] were rediscovered, Earthwerks was able to create an updated variant of the ''Shadow Hawk'', the SHD-5M, in time for the [[Clan Invasion]].<ref name=TRO3050/> | + | [[Lang Industries Incorporated|Lang Industries]] had technically introduced the ''Shadow Hawk'' many years prior to 2550, but this version of the 'Mech suffered from a debilitating fault in its armor plating. The line was recalled and a major overhaul was accomplished in 2550 without any difficulties which solved the issue for most, but not all, ''Shadow Hawk'' models; this resumption of production therefore is regarded by many historians as the true debut of the design.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> For the next few centuries Lang continued to produce the ''Shadow Hawk'' for the [[Star League]] and the [[Great Houses]] until their factory was destroyed with the start of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]].<ref name=TRO3025/> Afterwards, [[Earthwerks Incorporated]] remained the only manufacturer within the [[Inner Sphere]] to continue producing ''Shadow Hawks'' from their factory on [[Calloway VI]], while in the [[Periphery]] [[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]] on [[Dunianshire]] built these 'Mechs for the [[Magistracy of Canopus]] and other prospective buyers.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', pp. 136–137</ref> As many of the secrets of [[lostech]] were rediscovered, Earthwerks was able to create an updated variant of the ''Shadow Hawk'', the SHD-5M, in time for the [[Clan Invasion]].<ref name=TRO3050/> |
| − | Starting in the summer of [[3066]], [[Vicore Industries]] began promoting their "Project Phoenix" to various weapons manufacturers across the Inner Sphere, promising improved versions of venerable designs like the ''Shadow Hawk''. Earthwerks, [[Kallon Industries]], and [[ComStar]] all expressed interest in redesigning the ''Shadow Hawk'', however the latter two lacked appropriate facilities to build the 'Mech and so, at the suggestion of the Vicore group, contracted [[Odin Manufacturing]] on [[Orestes]] to build the components while Kallon finished the process at its factories on [[Nanking]] and [[ | + | Starting in the summer of [[3066]], [[Vicore Industries]] began promoting their "Project Phoenix" to various weapons manufacturers across the Inner Sphere, promising improved versions of venerable designs like the ''Shadow Hawk''. Earthwerks, [[Kallon Industries]], and [[ComStar]] all expressed interest in redesigning the ''Shadow Hawk'', however the latter two lacked appropriate facilities to build the 'Mech and so, at the suggestion of the Vicore group, contracted [[Odin Manufacturing]] on [[Orestes]] to build the components while Kallon finished the process at its factories on [[Nanking]] and [[Talon]].<ref name=TROPP>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix'', 18</ref> The [[Capellan Confederation]] later acquired the rights to build Earthwerks' SHD-7M ''Shadow Hawk'' variant shortly before the [[Jihad]], which they then sublicensed to [[Vandenberg Mechanized Industries]] to produce.<ref name=TROPP/><ref>''Handbook: Major Periphery States'', p. 118</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Shadow Hawk'' carries a varied, but effective, mix of weapons. Primary among them is the [[Armstrong J11|80mm Armstrong J11]] [[AC/5]] mounted in the left torso along with one ton of ammo. This weapon, as well as the [[LRM-5#Holly|Holly]] [[LRM-5]] launcher with one ton of reloads in the right torso, provide the ''Shadow Hawk'' with good long-range striking capabilities. When the ''Shadow Hawk'' closes to shorter ranges it can bring to bear its [[ | + | The ''Shadow Hawk'' carries a varied, but effective, mix of weapons. Primary among them is the [[Armstrong J11|80mm Armstrong J11]] [[AC/5]] mounted in the left torso along with one ton of ammo. This weapon, as well as the [[LRM-5#Holly|Holly]] [[LRM-5]] launcher with one ton of reloads in the right torso, provide the ''Shadow Hawk'' with good long-range striking capabilities. When the ''Shadow Hawk'' closes to shorter ranges it can bring to bear its [[Holly (SRM2)|Holly]] [[SRM-2]] launcher mounted in the head and its right-arm [[Martell (ML)|Martell]] [[medium laser]] which can generally finish off most 'Mechs of its own weight class or smaller that might have survived the mixed autocannon and LRM fire. One ton of ammunition for the SRM-2 is kept in the ''Shadow Hawk''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s center torso while 12 [[single heat sinks]] provide decent cooling. For hand-to-hand combat the ''Shadow Hawk'' features a pair of Lang manipulative hands, regarded as among the strongest models ever built prior to the fall of the Star League. The ability to grasp and carry objects greatly assists in its ability to take part in raiding missions.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> |
While nine and a half tons of armor provide excellent protection, early models of the ''Shadow Hawk'' suffered from defective armor pressure plates, especially in the legs. When struck, these plates were liable to sever the [[myomer]] bundles which governed movement, rendering the 'Mech immobile. Although the mass recall of 2550 largely solved this issue, a small number of ''Shadow Hawks'' were not fixed and continued to see service in battle; on occasion this defect led to the loss of entire battles.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> | While nine and a half tons of armor provide excellent protection, early models of the ''Shadow Hawk'' suffered from defective armor pressure plates, especially in the legs. When struck, these plates were liable to sever the [[myomer]] bundles which governed movement, rendering the 'Mech immobile. Although the mass recall of 2550 largely solved this issue, a small number of ''Shadow Hawks'' were not fixed and continued to see service in battle; on occasion this defect led to the loss of entire battles.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> | ||
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*; SHD-5R : This variant is fitted with a smaller 220-rated [[XL engine]], reducing the top speed to 64.8 km/h, but retains the three [[jump jet]]s that provide a 90 meter jump capability. The right arm has an [[ER medium laser]], the head carries a [[Streak SRM-2]], and a [[light AC/5]] is mounted in the left torso. The main firepower, however, comes from five [[Thunderbolt 5]] missile launchers. The autocannon and Streak launcher each have one ton of ammunition, and the Thunderbolt launchers have four tons of ammunition. This version also has 10 [[double heat sink]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,296<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 28</ref> | *; SHD-5R : This variant is fitted with a smaller 220-rated [[XL engine]], reducing the top speed to 64.8 km/h, but retains the three [[jump jet]]s that provide a 90 meter jump capability. The right arm has an [[ER medium laser]], the head carries a [[Streak SRM-2]], and a [[light AC/5]] is mounted in the left torso. The main firepower, however, comes from five [[Thunderbolt 5]] missile launchers. The autocannon and Streak launcher each have one ton of ammunition, and the Thunderbolt launchers have four tons of ammunition. This version also has 10 [[double heat sink]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,296<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 28</ref> | ||
| − | *; SHD-5S : | + | *; SHD-5S :This heavy scout variant carries a [[large laser]] in the right arm, a pair of two [[medium laser]]s in each side torso, and a [[medium pulse laser]] with a coaxially mounted [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] system in the left arm. The left and right torso carry a [[Guardian ECM suite]] and a [[Beagle active probe]], and a half ton of cargo space is provided in the head, probably for supplies on long reconnaissance missions. The most interesting change, however, is the use of a more powerful 330-rated [[XL engine]] that gives a top speed of 97.2 km/h which, when combined with five [[jump jet]]s allowing 150 meter leaps, allows the 'Mech to get out of tight spots. BV (2.0) = 1,590<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 29</ref> |
*; SHD-6D : This AFFS version carries a [[large re-engineered laser]] and a [[medium re-engineered laser]] to defeat the advanced armors fielded by the [[DCMS]]. Missile support comes from a single [[MML-5]] with two tons of ammunition in a [[CASE II]] protected bay. The final weapon is an [[Improved One-Shot]] [[Streak SRM-2]]. 11 [[double heat sink]]s are fitted on the [[endo steel]] chassis. Ground speed and jump capability matches the SHD-5M. BV (2.0) = 1,296<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 30</ref> | *; SHD-6D : This AFFS version carries a [[large re-engineered laser]] and a [[medium re-engineered laser]] to defeat the advanced armors fielded by the [[DCMS]]. Missile support comes from a single [[MML-5]] with two tons of ammunition in a [[CASE II]] protected bay. The final weapon is an [[Improved One-Shot]] [[Streak SRM-2]]. 11 [[double heat sink]]s are fitted on the [[endo steel]] chassis. Ground speed and jump capability matches the SHD-5M. BV (2.0) = 1,296<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 30</ref> | ||
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*; SHD-12C : Built for the Rasalhagian forces of the [[Ghost Bear Dominion]] in 3079, this variant uses a [[Lord's Light 3 Heavy PPC|Lord's Light 3]] [[heavy PPC]] as its main weapon, supported by a [[Diverse Optics Extended-Range Medium Laser|Diverse Optics]] [[ER medium laser]] and a [[Helga Series 7-Tube Multi-Missile Launcher|Helga Series]] [[MML-7]]; 12 double heat sinks handle most of the burden. [[Wall Type 8 Light Ferro-Fibrous|Wall Type 8]] [[light ferro-fibrous]] armor protects the pilot, but in the event of a catastrophic failure the pilot can use a [[Full-Head Ejection System]] to escape. Its [[Rawlings 55]] jump jets provide a limited jump capability of 120 meters, but it makes use of a larger 330-rated engine to reach speeds over 90 km/h. To make room for all this equipment, the Bears used an Inner Sphere-grade [[GM 330 XL]] and [[Kallon Type VII Endo Steel]] chassis. The electronics are updated to [[Dash 2 Standard]] comms and a [[Blade 12]] T&T system.<ref name=TRJp122f /> BV (2.0) = 1,574<ref name=TRJp122f /> | *; SHD-12C : Built for the Rasalhagian forces of the [[Ghost Bear Dominion]] in 3079, this variant uses a [[Lord's Light 3 Heavy PPC|Lord's Light 3]] [[heavy PPC]] as its main weapon, supported by a [[Diverse Optics Extended-Range Medium Laser|Diverse Optics]] [[ER medium laser]] and a [[Helga Series 7-Tube Multi-Missile Launcher|Helga Series]] [[MML-7]]; 12 double heat sinks handle most of the burden. [[Wall Type 8 Light Ferro-Fibrous|Wall Type 8]] [[light ferro-fibrous]] armor protects the pilot, but in the event of a catastrophic failure the pilot can use a [[Full-Head Ejection System]] to escape. Its [[Rawlings 55]] jump jets provide a limited jump capability of 120 meters, but it makes use of a larger 330-rated engine to reach speeds over 90 km/h. To make room for all this equipment, the Bears used an Inner Sphere-grade [[GM 330 XL]] and [[Kallon Type VII Endo Steel]] chassis. The electronics are updated to [[Dash 2 Standard]] comms and a [[Blade 12]] T&T system.<ref name=TRJp122f /> BV (2.0) = 1,574<ref name=TRJp122f /> | ||
| − | *; ''Shadow Hawk'' C : A [[Clan]]-tech retrofit of the classic ''Shadow Hawk'' and intended for second-line and ''[[solahma]]'' troops, the ''Shadow Hawk'' C replaces all Inner Sphere–tech weaponry with Clan equivalents. The C mounts an [[LB 5-X AC]], an [[LRM-5]] equipped with [[Swarm LRM]] munitions, a [[Streak SRM-2]], and an [[ER medium laser]]. Two additional [[jump jet]]s were added, extending the jump radius to 150 meters, as well as one additional [[single heat sink]]. BV (2.0) = 1, | + | *; ''Shadow Hawk'' C : A [[Clan]]-tech retrofit of the classic ''Shadow Hawk'' and intended for second-line and ''[[solahma]]'' troops, the ''Shadow Hawk'' C replaces all Inner Sphere–tech weaponry with Clan equivalents. The C mounts an [[LB 5-X AC]], an [[LRM-5]] equipped with [[Swarm LRM]] munitions, a [[Streak SRM-2]], and an [[ER medium laser]]. Two additional [[jump jet]]s were added, extending the jump radius to 150 meters, as well as one additional [[single heat sink]]. BV (2.0) = 1,348<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 12'', p. 32</ref> |
===Custom Variants=== | ===Custom Variants=== | ||
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''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#Heroes of the Inner Sphere|''MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere'' Expansion Pack]]:'' | ''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#Heroes of the Inner Sphere|''MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere'' Expansion Pack]]:'' | ||
*; SHD-2P : Introduced in [[2846]], this variant of the ''Shadow Hawk'' replaces its [[AC/5]] with a [[medium rifle]], supplied by two tons of ammunition. Further changes include an additional ton of ammunition for the [[LRM-5]] launcher, the removal of two [[single heat sink]]s and the installation of a [[supercharger]].<ref name=MW5HoIS>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Heroes of the Inner Sphere''</ref> | *; SHD-2P : Introduced in [[2846]], this variant of the ''Shadow Hawk'' replaces its [[AC/5]] with a [[medium rifle]], supplied by two tons of ammunition. Further changes include an additional ton of ammunition for the [[LRM-5]] launcher, the removal of two [[single heat sink]]s and the installation of a [[supercharger]].<ref name=MW5HoIS>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Heroes of the Inner Sphere''</ref> | ||
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| + | *; SHD-5S : The 5S is a variant of the 5M used by the Special Forces. It replaces all standard weapons with one [[large laser]], one [[medium pulse laser]], and four [[medium laser]]s. In addition, it carries a [[Beagle active probe]] in the right torso, while a [[Guardian ECM suite]] is installed in the left torso. Its left arm is also equipped with a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]], while its head contains cargo space. It is armored by 11.5 tons of [[standard armor]].<ref>''BattleTechnology'', Issue #21, p. 45</ref> | ||
''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' | ''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' | ||
| − | *; SHD-GD ''The Gray Death'' : Themed as a variant piloted by Grayson Death Carlyle, despite the fact that neither Grayson nor second ''Shadow Hawk'' pilot [[ | + | *; SHD-GD ''The Gray Death'' : Themed as a variant piloted by Grayson Death Carlyle, despite the fact that neither Grayson nor second ''Shadow Hawk'' pilot [[Sharyl]] piloted such a variant, ''the Gray Death'' swaps the [[AC/5]] for an [[AC/10]] with two tons of ammunition, and carries two [[medium laser]]s in each arm. The [[LRM-5]] and [[SRM-2]] are kept, along with the three [[jump jet]]s, and cooling is handled by 12 [[double heat sink]]s. The tonnage required for the heavier weapons loadout is freed up by using a 275-rated [[XL engine]]. The 'Mech has a grey, black and red pattern with white insignia of the Gray Death Legion and is presumably the second ''Shadow Hawk'' the unit operated, piloted by [[Sharyl]].[http://mwomercs.com/forums/topic/178507-patch-notes-13350-18-nov-2014/] |
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | * Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [ | + | * Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2018/08/16/out-of-the-archives-the-battlemechs-i-wrote-about-or-designed/ blog entry] that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the ''Shadow Hawk'' was among the BattleMechs for which he wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:3025, after being given only its name, image, and game stats to work with for the TRO entry. |
| − | * The | + | * The ''Shadow Hawk'' is one of the most iconic BattleMechs in BattleTech. It is based on the title Combat Armor of the anime ''Fang of the Sun Dougram''. Due to legal difficulties, the ''Shadow Hawk'' was among the [[Unseen]] BattleMechs of BattleTech. Legal disputes over ownership of this image were resolved in Summer, 2009. |
| − | * The ''Shadow Hawk'' C was | + | * The ''Shadow Hawk'' C was retconned in ''RG:ilClan v12'' from the previous version in ''[[The Battle for Twycross]]'', p. 48, and ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix]]'', p. 85, increasing the number of jump jets and heat sinks while, consequently, the BV 2.0 (previously 1,260). |
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* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Dunkelfalke'''''. The model code was changed accordingly to '''DKF-2L'''. | * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Dunkelfalke'''''. The model code was changed accordingly to '''DKF-2L'''. | ||
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SHD-1R Shadow Hawk.jpg|SHD-1R ''Shadow Hawk'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 1|XTRO:Primitives I]]'' | SHD-1R Shadow Hawk.jpg|SHD-1R ''Shadow Hawk'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 1|XTRO:Primitives I]]'' | ||
Camokuritanightstalkers1.png|''Shadow Hawk'' in colors of [[Night Stalkers]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]'' | Camokuritanightstalkers1.png|''Shadow Hawk'' in colors of [[Night Stalkers]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]'' | ||
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Image:MWO Shadowhawk.png|Model of ''Shadow Hawk'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' | Image:MWO Shadowhawk.png|Model of ''Shadow Hawk'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' | ||
Battledroids-Shadow Hawk.jpg|''Shadow Hawk'' standee from ''[[Battledroids]]'' | Battledroids-Shadow Hawk.jpg|''Shadow Hawk'' standee from ''[[Battledroids]]'' | ||
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Mechs-Shadow Hawk.jpg|''Shadow Hawk'' miniature from ''[[...Mechs!]]'' (also used in ''[[BattleTech, Third Edition]]'') | Mechs-Shadow Hawk.jpg|''Shadow Hawk'' miniature from ''[[...Mechs!]]'' (also used in ''[[BattleTech, Third Edition]]'') | ||
A Game of Armored Combat - Shadow Hawk.jpg|''Shadow Hawk'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: A Game of Armored Combat]]'' | A Game of Armored Combat - Shadow Hawk.jpg|''Shadow Hawk'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: A Game of Armored Combat]]'' | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
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* ''[[The Battle for Twycross]]'' | * ''[[The Battle for Twycross]]'' | ||
* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' | * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' | ||
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* ''[[Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]'' | * ''[[Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]'' | ||
* ''[[Wolves on the Border]]'' (novel) | * ''[[Wolves on the Border]]'' (novel) | ||
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