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{{Otheruses|the 70-ton Clan OmniMech|other uses of "Thor"|Thor}}
 
 
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[[Svarstaad Industriplex Gamma]]<ref name=rg3p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 3'', p. 13: "Summoner (Thor)"</ref>
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[[Svarstaad Industriplex Gamma]]<ref name=rg3p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 3'', p. 13 "Summoner (Thor)"</ref>
 
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unnamed production complex in the [[Bearclaw]] system<ref>''The Wars of Reaving'', p. 49: "The Raven Absorption"</ref>
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unnamed production complex in the [[Bearclaw]] system<ref>''The Wars of Reaving'', p. 49, "The Raven Absorption"</ref>
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
The '''''Summoner''''' is a highly mobile heavy [[OmniMech]] that is commonly used by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] in a wide variety of roles.  Barely a second generation OmniMech, the Jade Falcons introduced the ''Summoner'' just after becoming the first Clan to win OmniMech technology from [[Clan Coyote]] in [[2863]].  The ''Summoner'' was [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|code-named]] '''''Thor''''', its Inner Sphere reporting name, by [[Victor Steiner-Davion]] himself after fighting one on [[Trellwan]]. The name was supposedly inspired by the weapons loadout (in Prime configuration): a PPC and an AC, lightning and thunder, which are associated with the Norse god Thor.<ref>''Lethal Heritage'', ch. 17</ref>
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The '''''Summoner''''' is a highly mobile heavy [[OmniMech]] that is commonly used by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] in a wide variety of roles.  Barely a second generation OmniMech, the Jade Falcons introduced the ''Summoner'' just after becoming the first Clan to win OmniMech technology from [[Clan Coyote]] in [[2863]].  The ''Summoner'' was [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|code-named]] '''''Thor''''', its Inner Sphere reporting name, by [[Victor Steiner-Davion]] himself after fighting one on [[Trellwan]]. The name was supposedly inspired by the weapons loadout (in Prime configuration): a PPC and an AC, lightning and thunder, which are associated with the Norse god Thor.<ref>''Lethal Heritage'', chapter 17</ref>
  
The ''Summoner'''s balanced mix of speed, mobility, armor, and firepower make it a highly effective and reliable OmniMech.<ref name=TRO3050Up134f>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 134–135: "Summoner OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', pp. 32–33: "Summoner OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref name=TRO3050R>''Technical Readout: 3050 Revised'', pp. 30–31: "Summoner OmniMech Profile"</ref>
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The ''Summoner'''s balanced mix of speed, mobility, armor, and firepower make it a highly effective and reliable OmniMech.<ref name=TRO3050Up134f>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 134-135, "Summoner OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', pp. 32-33, "Summoner OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref name=TRO3050R>''Technical Readout: 3050 Revised'', pp. 30-31, "Summoner OmniMech Profile"</ref>
  
 
Largely supplanted within the Jade Falcons by its successor the [[Grand Summoner (Thor II)|''Grand Summoner'']] during the [[Dark Age era]], [[Clan Hell's Horses]] maintained production of the original on [[Svarstaad]], ensuring by [[3150]] the ''Summoner'' was the oldest continuously produced OmniMech.<ref name=rg3p13/>
 
Largely supplanted within the Jade Falcons by its successor the [[Grand Summoner (Thor II)|''Grand Summoner'']] during the [[Dark Age era]], [[Clan Hell's Horses]] maintained production of the original on [[Svarstaad]], ensuring by [[3150]] the ''Summoner'' was the oldest continuously produced OmniMech.<ref name=rg3p13/>
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==Alternate Configurations==
 
==Alternate Configurations==
*; Alternate Configuration A : For long range combat, the ''Summoner'' A has a powerful [[Gauss rifle]] which is supported by a [[Large Pulse Laser]] for intermediate ranges and an [[SRM-6]] launcher for close combat.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) = 2,119,<ref name=COp109/> BV (2.0) = 2,145<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 99</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration A : For long range combat, the ''Summoner'' A has a powerful [[Gauss rifle]] which is supported by a [[Large Pulse Laser]] for intermediate ranges and an [[SRM-6]] launcher for close combat.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) = 2,119<ref name=COp109/>, BV (2.0) = 2,145<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 99</ref>
  
 
*; Alternate Configuration AA : A configuration introduced in the [[Dark Age era]], this version carries a Gauss Rifle, SRM-6, and an [[ER Large Pulse Laser]]. BV (2.0) = 2,216<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 156</ref>
 
*; Alternate Configuration AA : A configuration introduced in the [[Dark Age era]], this version carries a Gauss Rifle, SRM-6, and an [[ER Large Pulse Laser]]. BV (2.0) = 2,216<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 156</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration B : A missile bombardment configuration, the B configuration carries a pair of [[LRM-20]] launchers for long-range engagements. For close combat, the ''Summoner'' B has two [[SRM-4]] launchers. A [[Narc Missile Beacon]] allows the ''Summoner'' to designate targets for missile fire from other friendly units. The ''Summoner'' B has further protection through the use of an [[anti-missile system]], which gives it increased protection from missile attacks.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) =  2,175,<ref name=COp109/> BV (2.0) = 2,159<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 100</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration B : A missile bombardment configuration, the B configuration carries a pair of [[LRM-20]] launchers for long-range engagements. For close combat, the ''Summoner'' B has two [[SRM-4]] launchers. A [[Narc Missile Beacon]] allows the ''Summoner'' to designate targets for missile fire from other friendly units. The ''Summoner'' B has further protection through the use of an [[anti-missile system]], which gives it increased protection from missile attacks.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) =  2,175<ref name=COp109/>, BV (2.0) = 2,159<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 100</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration C : A close range brawler, the ''Summoner'' C is armed with a single [[ER Large Laser]] for long-range sniping at enemy targets but truly comes into its own at close range. The 'Mech relies on a powerful [[Ultra Autocannon/20]] for quick kill capabilities at close ranges. This is backed up by a highly accurate [[Streak SRM-6]] launcher to seek out weak points in an enemy's armor and an [[ER Small Laser]].<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) = 2,168,<ref name=COp109/> BV (2.0) = 2,379<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 101</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration C : A close range brawler, the ''Summoner'' C is armed with a single [[ER Large Laser]] for long-range sniping at enemy targets but truly comes into its own at close range. The 'Mech relies on a powerful [[Ultra Autocannon/20]] for quick kill capabilities at close ranges. This is backed up by a highly accurate [[Streak SRM-6]] launcher to seek out weak points in an enemy's armor and an [[ER Small Laser]].<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) = 2,168<ref name=COp109/>, BV (2.0) = 2,379<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 101</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration D : A multirole configuration of the ''Summoner'', the D configuration is armed with a pair of ER Large Lasers for long range combat. These are backed up by a pair of ER Medium Lasers for short range combat. All of these lasers are linked to an advanced [[Targeting Computer]] making the 'Mech highly accurate. For anti-infantry combat, the 'Mech has a pair of [[Machine Gun]]s. A pair of anti-missile systems give the 'Mech protection from missile carrying enemies, while six extra heat sinks certainly help.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) = 2,664,<ref name=COp109/> BV (2.0) = 2,643<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 102</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration D : A multirole configuration of the ''Summoner'', the D configuration is armed with a pair of ER Large Lasers for long range combat. These are backed up by a pair of ER Medium Lasers for short range combat. All of these lasers are linked to an advanced [[Targeting Computer]] making the 'Mech highly accurate. For anti-infantry combat, the 'Mech has a pair of [[Machine Gun]]s. A pair of anti-missile systems give the 'Mech protection from missile carrying enemies, while six extra heat sinks certainly help.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) = 2,664<ref name=COp109/>, BV (2.0) = 2,643<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 102</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration E : Configured to take advantage of the new [[Advanced Tactical Missile]] system, the ''Summoner'' E carries an ER PPC for long range sniping capabilities. This is backed up by an [[ATM-6]] launcher and an [[ATM-12]] launcher which are both capable of firing a variety of specialized missiles that are configured for long, medium, and short range combat making this configuration deadly at any range.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) = 2,518<ref name=COp109/> (2,530),<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 124</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,612<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 103</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration E : Configured to take advantage of the new [[Advanced Tactical Missile]] system, the ''Summoner'' E carries an ER PPC for long range sniping capabilities. This is backed up by an [[ATM-6]] launcher and an [[ATM-12]] launcher which are both capable of firing a variety of specialized missiles that are configured for long, medium, and short range combat making this configuration deadly at any range.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) = 2,518<ref name=COp109/> (2,530)<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 124</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,612<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 103</ref>
  
 
*; Alternate Configuration F : This version of the ''Summoner'' carries an [[Ultra AC/5]] and [[ER Medium Laser]] in each arm, backed up by a torso mounted [[LRM-10]] and ER Medium Laser. BV (2.0) = 2,186<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 104</ref>  
 
*; Alternate Configuration F : This version of the ''Summoner'' carries an [[Ultra AC/5]] and [[ER Medium Laser]] in each arm, backed up by a torso mounted [[LRM-10]] and ER Medium Laser. BV (2.0) = 2,186<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 104</ref>  
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*; Alternate Configuration G : This variant is most adept sniping at long range, then dashing in to finish off its foe. The long-range punch comes from an [[ER PPC]] and an [[ER Large Laser]], each of which is capable of opening holes in an enemy's armor. To exploit those holes, the ''Summoner'' G carries six [[SRM-4]]s and a [[Heavy Small Laser]]; four more heat sinks still aren't enough to be careless.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (2.0) = 2,452<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 105</ref>
 
*; Alternate Configuration G : This variant is most adept sniping at long range, then dashing in to finish off its foe. The long-range punch comes from an [[ER PPC]] and an [[ER Large Laser]], each of which is capable of opening holes in an enemy's armor. To exploit those holes, the ''Summoner'' G carries six [[SRM-4]]s and a [[Heavy Small Laser]]; four more heat sinks still aren't enough to be careless.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (2.0) = 2,452<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 105</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration H : Similar in concept to the D configuration, the ''Summoner'' H carries two [[Heavy Large Laser]]s as its primary weapons for incredibly powerful hitting power backed up by two ER Medium Lasers. These are all linked to an advanced Targeting Computer for greater accuracy. This configuration also carries a single anti-missile system for increased defense and nine extra heat sinks for pilot comfort.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) = 2,394<ref name=COp109/> (2,416),<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 188</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,536<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 106</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration H : Similar in concept to the D configuration, the ''Summoner'' H carries two [[Heavy Large Laser]]s as its primary weapons for incredibly powerful hitting power backed up by two ER Medium Lasers. These are all linked to an advanced Targeting Computer for greater accuracy. This configuration also carries a single anti-missile system for increased defense and nine extra heat sinks for pilot comfort.<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (1.0) = 2,394<ref name=COp109/>, (2,416)<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 188</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,536<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 106</ref>
  
 
*; Alternate Configuration HH : This variant uses an array of new weaponry. It mounts a [[Plasma Cannon]], [[Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle 20]], [[Heavy Medium Laser]], and a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s. To defend against conventional [[infantry]], the HH carries an [[Anti-Personnel Gauss Rifle]].<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (2.0) = 2,490<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 107</ref>  
 
*; Alternate Configuration HH : This variant uses an array of new weaponry. It mounts a [[Plasma Cannon]], [[Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle 20]], [[Heavy Medium Laser]], and a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s. To defend against conventional [[infantry]], the HH carries an [[Anti-Personnel Gauss Rifle]].<ref name=TRCIp58f /> BV (2.0) = 2,490<ref name=TRCIp58f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 107</ref>  
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''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
 
''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
*; SMN-PD "Pride" : A customized variant of the ''Summoner'' supposedly piloted by [[Aidan Pryde]], the ''Pride'' uses an [[Ultra Autocannon/10]] in its left arm, supported by an [[Ultra Autocannon/5]], each with one ton of ammo. The left torso carries an [[ER medium laser]] with a Clan anti-missile system and a ton of AMS ammo. A single ER medium laser is in the right arm.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online'' - "Clan Heroes Sale Page"</ref>
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*; SMN-PD "Pride" : A customized variant of the ''Summoner'' supposedly piloted by [[Aidan Pryde]], the ''Pride'' uses an [[Ultra Autocannon/10]] in its left arm, supported by an [[Ultra Autocannon/5]], each with one ton of ammo. The left torso carries an [[ER medium laser]] with a Clan anti-missile system and a ton of AMS ammo. A single ER medium laser is in the right arm. <ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online'' - "Clan Heroes Sale Page"</ref>
  
 
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==Design Quirks==
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== Design Quirks ==
The ''Summoner'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 95: Design Quirk Table - Summoner Entry</ref>
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The ''Summoner'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 95 Design Quirk Table - Summoner Entry.</ref>
 
* [[Improved Communications]]
 
* [[Improved Communications]]
 
* [[Ubiquitous]]
 
* [[Ubiquitous]]
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
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* ''[[1st Somerset Strikers (sourcebook)|1st Somerset Strikers]]''
 
* ''[[1st Somerset Strikers (sourcebook)|1st Somerset Strikers]]''
 
* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
 
* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
 
* ''[[Bred for War]]''
 
* ''[[Bred for War]]''
 
* ''[[Combat Operations]]''
 
* ''[[Combat Operations]]''
* ''[[Falcon Guard (novel)|Falcon Guard]]'' (novel)
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* ''[[Falcon Guard (novel)|Falcon Guard]]''
 
* ''[[Field Manual: Warden Clans]]''
 
* ''[[Field Manual: Warden Clans]]''
 
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 3]]''
 
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 3]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]''
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