Sartis needs to repost the last meme!
Sartis needs to repost the last meme!Yes, yes he does... ;D
i cannot BELIEVE such a masterpiece got cut off
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Lol, I meant the 'But WAIT there's more' meme
This Old Fart is laughing his butt off that some of you kids are JUST NOW seeing what I saw back in' 86, without anyone pointing it out to me. ;D
LCT-1V Locust
WSP-1A Wasp
PNT-9R Panther
HER-2S Hermes II
ENF-4R Enforcer
DRG-1N Dragon
RFL-3N Rifleman
CRD-3R Crusader
ARC-2R Archer
WHM-6R Warhammer
This Old Fart is laughing his butt off that some of you kids are JUST NOW seeing what I saw back in' 86, without anyone pointing it out to me. ;D
LCT-1V Locust
WSP-1A Wasp
PNT-9R Panther
HER-2S Hermes II
ENF-4R Enforcer
DRG-1N Dragon
RFL-3N Rifleman
CRD-3R Crusader
ARC-2R Archer
WHM-6R Warhammer
??? :o
And somewhere in the fluff in the old Dropships and Jumpships book it mentions a Holovid series called 'The RFL-3N" even! Granted, the show was before MY time a bit, but even I saw reruns of The Rifleman! Even the custom 'Mechs I've designed, either on paper or with HMPro I gave them number-letter designators that were included in their names. Granted, you've got a few oddballs here and there. ::)
ALM-7D Fireball ???
ZPH-1 Tarantula ??? Maybe should've gone with Zephyr instead?
Purchased, read, reviewed. Love it!
an artist is never appreciated in their time.
Hi, Billy Mays here for Touring The Stars: Jardine. You're probably asking yourself why my slightly shrill, half-shouting voice is narrating this text in your head from beyond the grave. It's effective branding, kids. Roll with it.
Now you can learn about this mysterious planet and its connection to the Word of Blake and the nefarious Master in this EXCLUSIVE online offer! Only $2.99 for pages and pages of information! And your thinking to yourself: How can it get any better??
(https://memegenerator.net/img/instances/57561191/but-wait-theres-more.jpg)
WHAT WILL IT BE? STAY TUNED
Funnily enough, both of them have different designations in german translations, Tarantula being TRN and the Fireball being FBL.
ALM-7D Fireball ???
ZPH-1 Tarantula ??? Maybe should've gone with Zephyr instead?
Fireball- Alamo, as in a nuke
Just bought The Hunt For Jardine, though the Touring the Stars kind of spoiled the ending. ;)
The email was from DriveThru so it may not be at the CGL store yet.I got MY copy from CGL, on the 29th, with the Updated version on the 30th. ???
Thanks Billy! I'm here now to tell you about the two new technologies we've found on Jardine! Based on the Word's examination of Clan tech, we're introducing two radical products.
First up is Oxy-Clean. This product will run through any heat sink system and clean out any buildup! That's right! A full coolant flush without the need to drain everything and start over!
Then we have Flexi-Seal. A more cost effective version of the Clan Harjel system, this plastic compound will seal up any gaps in your armor! Without you doing anything!
Disclaimer: Oxy-Clean - Do not take internally. Do not use near fire. Keep away from children under 12.
Disclaimer: Flexi-Seal - For External use only. Do not take internally. Do not use near fire. Keep away from children under 8.
Also, coming this Friday, June 5 in print and PDF - Tactical Operations: Advanced Rules and Tactical Operations: Advanced Units and Equipment.
Also, coming this Friday, June 5 in print and PDF - Tactical Operations: Advanced Rules and Tactical Operations: Advanced Units and Equipment.
If I already own the original TacOps from the CGL store do I get these as an update to the original pdf or do I have to purchase them again?
So TTS: Tangrez/Mayadi?
Purchasers of the old edition will not receive these new volumes as updates. These are being treated as brand new books, and errata will be tracked for these now.
Hard to do either of those in-character, what with nobody having ever found them and all.... ;)
- Herb
They could be written from the point of view of someone who lives there and then left.
Purchasers of the old edition will not receive these new volumes as updates. These are being treated as brand new books, and errata will be tracked for these now.Are the old books still going to be updated with errata?
Are the old books still going to be updated with errata?
Not that I really have a say in the matter, but I doubt that's happening any time soon. Anyone leaving, I mean. Even as of 3130, nobody knew where the last two of the Five were. (Though I *did* have plans back in the WizKids days...)
- Herb
Are the old books still going to be updated with errata?
Purchasers of the old edition will not receive these new volumes as updates. These are being treated as brand new books, and errata will be tracked for these now.
I should note that the effect of splitting the books on errata (i.e. not supporting the older books with errata releases) is solely a decision on my part: this isn't CGL determining to drive sales of the new book by purposefully ending errata support for the old version of TO. I'm just too busy to keep up errata support for anything other than the latest works (and I'm barely handling that). It's the same reason that TW and such used to have separate errata docs for both the 1st and the latest printings, and now only has support for the 1st, or why ASCE is supported while the old AS support has now stopped. It's possible that this could change at some point in the future, however, when I have more time available.
At the same time, it depends on what errata there is and how much free time I have. Maybe I can support both versions.
so... maybe
Hard to do either of those in-character, what with nobody having ever found them and all.... ;)
- Herb
Too bad April 1st is already past. Documents could be released that contain mostly redacted text except for a name or such here and there.
so... maybeNo. The official answer is no.
my superpower is when i say wrong shit, the power of my wrongness summons people to correct me, lest i be believed
my superpower is when i say wrong shit, the power of my wrongness summons people to correct me, lest i be believed
You're generally a calming influence around here.
You're wrong.
*sigh* I really miss doing AFD and Halloween projects...
I don't think Slack Tide has had a PoD version yet.
Also, coming this Friday, June 5 in print and PDF - Tactical Operations: Advanced Rules and Tactical Operations: Advanced Units and Equipment.
We are excited to announce that the first part of the novel Forgotten Worlds, The Hunt for Jardine by Herbert Beas II has been released as a digital story.
https://books2read.com/BattleTechTheHuntforJardine?fbclid=IwAR0MGl2bxzRk3pc3LLWpAwPaLRjLfIrexSHo_T8aIVZXe0WwLudPbZ53_M8 (https://books2read.com/BattleTechTheHuntforJardine?fbclid=IwAR0MGl2bxzRk3pc3LLWpAwPaLRjLfIrexSHo_T8aIVZXe0WwLudPbZ53_M8)
"BURIED IN THE ASHES OF WAR… Freelance explorer and treasure hunter Dr. Brooklyn Stevens has made her career finding lost artifacts from Inner Sphere history, but during the waning days of the FedCom Civil War, a job offered by the academic organization known as Interstellar Expeditions affords her the chance to pursue the find of a lifetime: a missing planet, one lost in the ravages of the brutal Succession Wars.
But the world of Jardine did not only die in fire—it was erased from stellar maps entirely, and Brooke’s employer wants to know why.
She must hunt down the only known link to this forgotten world: a dangerous predator native to Jardine, whose initial discoverer was silenced under mysterious circumstances. Someone wants this planet to remain buried—and they will go to any lengths to ensure that Brooke’s quest to uncover the truth of Jardine’s disappearance ends in tragedy."
Other than incorporating some errata and splitting the information, will the T.O.'s have anything new?
Hard to do either of those in-character, what with nobody having ever found them and all.... ;)
- Herb
my superpower is when i say wrong shit, the power of my wrongness summons people to correct me, lest i be believed
Just finished TTS Jardine. Great work there, both from the flavour point of view and the optional rules for playing in a truly apocalyptic world. Plus I loved the added fluff about the "Hidden worlds conspiracy" at the start and the great adventure seeds. This may be my favourite TTS yet.I'd buy it. Jardine was a treat!
So TTS: Tangrez/Mayadi?
*sigh* I really miss doing AFD and Halloween projects...
- Herb
Touring the Stars told you what anyone would know who went through the Jihad sourcebooks anyway. It doesn't really explain fully how the Forgotten Worlds serial went. Only so many words, y'know.
Fairly sure Interstellar Expeditions and/or Republic found the virus-ridden planet.
The Jihad sourcebooks told us it was basically turning into Mustafar.
Brooke escaping with a native however...I'd say that spoils the ending a wee bit. ;)
I'm still looking forward to reading the rest of it.
Any word on when we'll be seeing the next installment?
beachhead, yeah its been reported to TPTB and I think I complained to Amazon.
So just keep checking back every few weeks to see if/when the POD comes back/activates?
The Jihad sourcebooks told us it was basically turning into Mustafar.
Brooke escaping with a native however...I'd say that spoils the ending a wee bit. ;)
Cubby already said it was fixed I think.
That's been known for more than a decade, though, if you read the Dark Age sources.
If you're interested in Shrapnel but not a Kickstarter backer, it's available for preorder at Barnes & Noble in nook format for $5.99.
Release date is June 15th.
That's a LOT of pages... not sure what the premium will be for POD...
Question: Is there only going to be more than issues of Shrapnel beyond the four that were announced?
Cubby already said it was fixed I think.
Makes sense... kind of weird to have a magazine that size, though...
"We are excited to announce that the first part of the novel Forgotten Worlds, The Hunt for Jardine by Herbert Beas II has been released as a digital story."
Is this any different than what you let Herb post on the site a few months back? ???
If so, in What way?
Does this mean you'll also be releasing/rereleasing Part 2 at some point?
If so, will IT be any different than has already been posted?
???
"We are excited to announce that the first part of the novel Forgotten Worlds, The Hunt for Jardine by Herbert Beas II has been released as a digital story."
Per his statement earlier it was something he already had a contract about- which was also why he removed posts about it in the non-canon fiction.
Shrapnel is the Reader's Digest of the BT Universe >:D
Hey Herb,
Didn't you originally plan for Forgotten Worlds to have four parts? Any chance you'll finish that last book?
heist08
Are Shrapnel's pages novel-sized, or source book-sized? ???
Cubby, do you think there is any possibility for upgrading the KS Shrapnel pledges from PDF to PoD? Or if there is a combo offer in the cards perhaps?
The fourth was a tentative idea. One that was supposed to explore what happens after her Jardine adventures, until she and her family vanish on Moore (events teased about in some Dark Age lore I'd written). But Book 4 was always the "optional" one, and so I never bothered with it. The 3 books will basically be it.
- Herb
Tactical Operations: Advanced Rules is the one-source reference for advanced rules that apply to on-world operations. It includes new movement and combat options.
Catalyst Web Store: https://store.catalystgamelabs.com/products/battletech-tactical-operations-advanced-rules (https://store.catalystgamelabs.com/products/battletech-tactical-operations-advanced-rules)
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The links are the same.
Oh boy. Should Sarna treat these as a new edition of an existing product or follow CGL's lead and create new product articles? I'm still undecided but leaning toward the latter...
The last single-volume TacOps PDF release (the one from two years ago, which also had the Victor cover) had a significant build error which essentially meant that it while it fixed all errors reported between the previous (2nd) printing and its release, that PDF also lost all the errata fixed from the 1st to the 2nd printing, which was a lot. As such, this new split release is very different from the last combined PDF (i.e. much more up to date/accurate), and I would strongly recommend not using the old one.
The new release also has a few all-new fixes, as there was two years between releases.
@Cubby
Any word if the PDFs for the new TacOpses will be available through CrowdOx for those that purchased them via that channel?
Yikes.
For reference of how bad that is, I’m 3-4 hours from Canada and only paid $9.50
Yeah...the CGL store is Re-Donk-u-lous for shipping to Canada. I wish the CGL store could find better shipping.Only way to get around that is if CGL had a fulfillment center or a PoD operation in Canada.
Any idea what what suppose to come out next?yeah. An announcement of everything coming out next.
yeah. An announcement of everything coming out next.
Not being snarky.
The real questions is when will we get the announcement?
Well guess I'm sticking with PDF only.
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That's to Canada from the CGL store.
...I buy and ship from the US regularly, and have not encountered similar ridiculous shipping costs from the other US companies I purchase from, using the exact same shipping companies too...
Well guess I'm sticking with PDF only.
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That's to Canada from the CGL store.
yeah. An announcement of everything coming out next.
Not being snarky.
i WANT that 80s-esque tech specs Warhammer poster at the front of Advanced Units and Equipment in print (maybe reprise the whole set? pretty please?).
An announcement of everything coming out next.8)
Something just doesn't seem right with that.
I handled all national and international shipping at my last job, and shipping to mainland USA from Canada usually ran us at around 20$ (Canadian), tops - and that's for packages, on average, about 10x the size of the average BattleTech sourcebook.
That's without any sort of special contracts; we only had contracts for stuff within Canada, but used basic Canada post for USA shipping. I can't believe that it's that much more expensive the other way around. Unless they're just offering a flat worldwide fee for all international customers, and their website isn't configured to accurately estimate shipping costs?
EDIT: Unless maybe it's shipping from China?
I’m really hoping the legends book will come out soon, as that looks like it will be a banger.Not anytime soon.
It's been like this for years. When I check the shipping original it's always coming out of US. I end up waiting till I see it show up on another retailer (Aries) or Amazon and get shipping for 1/3 to 1/4 of the costs. Especially with the new CUSMA (USMCA) agreement I've seen shipping costs drop and no longer paying duty from other companies.
Something that I hope someone looks into someday.
8)
It's been like this for years. When I check the shipping original it's always coming out of US. I end up waiting till I see it show up on another retailer (Aries) or Amazon and get shipping for 1/3 to 1/4 of the costs. Especially with the new CUSMA (USMCA) agreement I've seen shipping costs drop and no longer paying duty from other companies.
Something that I hope someone looks into someday.
Everyone who wants a book but doesn't want to or can't pay that much shipping should ask your local store to order one, and not just wait for it to show up somewhere nearby.
I'm very nearly 100% certain they still have an email address. And the biggest point to take away was "don't just wait for it to show up". Demonstrate demand if you want it without having to pay big shipping bucks.
Everyone who wants a book but doesn't want to or can't pay that much shipping should ask your local store to order one, and not just wait for it to show up somewhere nearby.
Not anytime soon.
what product(s) are you most excited about
Since the 'single print volume' version of the IlClan recognition guide appears that it wont contain _everything_ from the PDFs...can I get DTRPG or something to print the PDF series in its entirety as a single object?
We’re too far away from that point to answer that right now.Take this as one 'i'm buyin all those PDFs, but also prefer to have _all_ of that in print' vote :D
All,
Please do click on the link—there’s much, MUCH more we just announced than is pictured. Not everything had an image to share.
Are the IlClan recognition guide books going to be entierly new material or are they going to be essentially TRO:SW / TRO:CI but with updated art?
(I am still pretty angry that I spent money on TRO:SW so need to make sure before I plan to buy)
Are the IlClan recognition guide books going to be entierly new material or are they going to be essentially TRO:SW / TRO:CI but with updated art?all new writing. Mostly new stats and record sheets. Much of the art you've seen already by now. If you have any trepidation then wait for the reviews. This is not TRO: CI or SW.
(I am still pretty angry that I spent money on TRO:SW so need to make sure before I plan to buy)
Hanseatic Crusade...without a doubt!Ditto, along with the Operation: Guerrero book
Payne's Raiders- we find out what happened after Hall for the 'true' Tigers.According to the info currently available, they merged into the Dismal Disinherited and were killed dead by the Word of Blake shortly afterwards.
According to the info currently available, they merged into the Dismal Disinherited and were killed dead by the Word of Blake shortly afterwards.you mean according to Sarna? ::)
HOLY SHIT INCOMING
Holy shit that's a lot of stuff. MEGApumped.Thresher II.
What's the recognition guide 'mech in the upper left-hand picture?
According to the info currently available, they merged into the Dismal Disinherited and were killed dead by the Word of Blake shortly afterwards.
Ditto, along with the Operation: Guerrero book
And, share your thoughts below--what product(s) are you most excited about?Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1 through 22 I will buy them, but if the print version is a maybe depending on how complete it is.
Is the RG:IlClan going be a PoD or it's going be more traditional printing when it comes out in paper (assuming it does.).
all new writing. Mostly new stats and record sheets. Much of the art you've seen already by now. If you have any trepidation then wait for the reviews. This is not TRO: CI or SW.
Description says many of the designs will be featured in a print book in the future.
There’s still more in there. Brush Wars coming back (and the OOP volumes in POd)…Blueprints…
There’s still more in there. Brush Wars coming back (and the OOP volumes in POd)…Blueprints…
So... what’s the MechCommander’s Handbook??
So... what’s the MechCommander’s Handbook??
So... what’s the MechCommander’s Handbook??just wanted to tease the title (it’s gone through several titles and project revisions), because it’s the project I’m really looking forward to working on once a lot of things clear off my plate. Will have more news in the coming month. I will say however that it has zero to do with the video game franchise. When you use titles like “MechWarrior” and “MechCommander”…there’s gonna be overlap, the titles are too good to fall into disuse.
BattleTech: State of the Game, June 2020
We just posted a major update on products coming in the next few months. Check it out here (https://bg.battletech.com/news/battletech-state-of-the-game-june-2020/)!
And, share your thoughts below--what product(s) are you most excited about?
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just wanted to tease the title (it’s gone through several titles and project revisions), because it’s the project I’m really looking forward to working on once a lot of things clear off my plate. Will have more news in the coming month. I will say however that it has zero to do with the video game franchise. When you use titles like “MechWarrior” and “MechCommander”…there’s gonna be overlap, the titles are too good to fall into disuse.
This feels like 2013 and the never-ending streak of new releases of that year ;D
This feels like 2013 and the never-ending streak of new releases of that year ;D
And, share your thoughts below--what product(s) are you most excited about?Yes. :excited:
So, of all the new stuff, how much will we see in hard-copy format? Yes, the RG series will be PDF only for a while, but how much of the fiction will be in print?
we’re not talking about a new edition of Explorer Corps
I'm just hoping a lot of these 'Manual Sized' PDF's will be available in PoD for Canada (amazon.ca)
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And, share your thoughts below--what product(s) are you most excited about?
Technical Readout: Golden Century This will inspire a lot of campaigns and other ideas.
Then...and now. There's a lot in the book to play with. I really enjoyed the EC designs. They'll make for some fun early Clan trials.I have so many projects that were waiting for it, I think that reading TRO:GC will really fuel my muse.
just wanted to tease the title (it’s gone through several titles and project revisions), because it’s the project I’m really looking forward to working on once a lot of things clear off my plate. Will have more news in the coming month. I will say however that it has zero to do with the video game franchise. When you use titles like “MechWarrior” and “MechCommander”…there’s gonna be overlap, the titles are too good to fall into disuse.My money is on a new age of AlphaStrike. I really hope so. :D :D :D
I think the question may have been, will it be available in DTF as POD only, or will it get a print run and in-store distribution as a "regular" DTF product.
If so--I don't have an answer. My *guess* would be the latter, but that's still pretty far out. We've got 22 installments of this thing to produce between now and then!
Not sure I follow? Manual Sized?
Remember that Amazon POD right now is for fiction only. Sourcebook POD is done through DriveThruRPG.
they're a throwback product to the old tech blueprints first released in... 85? the new warhammer print is near the beginning of one of the TacOps reprints
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Really looking forward to the Brush Wars books, both because I've enjoyed those reads and to finally see the details of what went down during Guerrero in detail.
I was assuming that it would get a TRO style release, where about 80% of it is in the book, and the reamining 20% left to PDF. I want a full, combined volume of _everything_, and so while I'll buy PDFs because HELL YES, I also want a printed version and if POD can give me a single volume of all of that, I'll go that route, assuming DTRPG can do that.
I have the first draft in hand, the awesome Xotl doing the writing. It's real good, I think you'll be pleased.
Thanks for ratcheting up the anticipation another level :thumbsup:
Ostroc
the other other ost that's not the ostwarOstsol?
a canon marauder with hands might actually activate some kind of long lost sleeper cell kill team to come after the devs
Here’s a hint. You’ll see more on Anothony’s Patreon eventually, and in the RecGuide.
There ya go.Question, will the Mechs be divided between the ReqGuides by theme/background?
K-kawaii!(Note to Anthony: start over)
It's got cute little jowls that it looks abashed about.
Question, will the Mechs be divided between the ReqGuides by theme/background?nuh-uh. All the candy’s mixed.
Heard and understood. Like I said, too early to say for sure what form any of that will take. We have 22 volumes of this thing to crank out first!
For what it's worth, I want them all in POD in some form, ideally one volume but maybe across one or two. Why? So myself and Bosefius don't spend our lives explaining that, "see, Mech variant #07A is only in vol. 17 in PDF form, while #07B and C were in vol. 18 and 19, and did get collected in TRO ilClan..." The hell with that.
Heard and understood. Like I said, too early to say for sure what form any of that will take. We have 22 volumes of this thing to crank out first!
For what it's worth, I want them all in POD in some form, ideally one volume but maybe across one or two. Why? So myself and Bosefius don't spend our lives explaining that, "see, Mech variant #07A is only in vol. 17 in PDF form, while #07B and C were in vol. 18 and 19, and did get collected in TRO ilClan..." The hell with that.
(Note to Anthony: start over)
BattleTech: State of the Game, June 2020
We just posted a major update on products coming in the next few months. Check it out here (https://bg.battletech.com/news/battletech-state-of-the-game-june-2020/)!
And, share your thoughts below--what product(s) are you most excited about?
Price point on the recognition guides? If you SOBs are going to milk me at least once a week, I better budget for it ;)
J/K
BattleTech: State of the Game, June 2020
And, share your thoughts below--what product(s) are you most excited about?
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Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1 through 22
Release Date: Friday, June 19 (vol. 1), continuing every two weeks through Aug. 28 (vol. 6); resuming in early Fall 2020.
The march of technology across BattleTech’s eras is relentless—but some BattleMech designs never die. Each installment of this PDF-only series not only includes a brand new BattleMech or OmniMech, but also details Classic ‘Mech designs from both the Inner Sphere and the Clans, now fully rebuilt with Dark Age technology (3085 and beyond). Allowing beloved units redesigned for the BattleTech: Clan Invasion Kickstarter to be competitive on “modern” battlefields, this series also includes in-universe development notes, battle histories, notable pilots, and record sheets for each ‘Mech. Released as a series of 22 PDF-only documents through the end of 2020 and early 2021, many ’Mechs featured in this series will be collected as a single print volume upon its completion.
Hmmm... I was so excited by the huge list of awesomeness that I failed to notice that the two remaining parts to Forgotten Worlds weren’t on the list. Shouldn’t they have been included?
Will the Burrock Absorption include information on what WarShips the Blood Spirits traded to the Snow Ravens and what class of WarShip the Carmine Justice was? This is a product I've been waiting for since Field Manual: Crusader Clans.
1) BW: Guerrero (and to a lesser extent St. Ives)
It's still in development. But making a note about this. If you've been waiting THAT long, jeez, the least we can do is scratch that itch for ya.
Yes, but I didn't have exact timeframes for them. There's actually even more fiction pieces not in this list, that I had to omit because they either weren't going to be 3rd quarter or early 4th, or because they're still coming together. But Forgotten Worlds 2 and 3 are definitely happening, and likely both before year's end.
What will be the average mech count for the Recognition guides?It varies because it’s modular. But on average 7, but may have 6 a few could have 9. You’ll see.
What's the Battle of Dahlgren? I'm not sure I've heard of it.
"That all changed, though," he said. "Ten years ago, there was a major Kurita offensive...."
Grayson nodded. "At Dahlgren, yes." He'd been there himself, though only a boy of ten at the time. That had been the year he'd formally become a Warrior's Apprentice in his father's regiment, Carlyle's Commandos. He could still remember his father's anguish when one of Kurita's Sword of Light regiments had dropped onto the Commandos' rear in the battle of Dahlgren. They'd had to retreat or face annihilation. "The Commonwealth formally ceded a number of border systems when they lost Dahlgren, isn't that so?"
Ricol succeeded in his post far beyond the Coordinator's expectations. Using his military connections, he built a personal military force to protect his interests in the district. He used these troops to capture and occupy more than a dozen Lyran Commonwealth worlds in the first quarter of the 31st century. This elevated him greatly in the Coordinator's eyes, such that Ricol was actually recognized as an Archduke and considered the ruler of the worlds he personally conquered in addition to overseeing his district.
I think i missed it where can you buy the Shrapnel magazine can it be bought as a PDF?
And, share your thoughts below--what product(s) are you most excited about?
It varies because it’s modular.
how to make an omnibook
Several Brush Wars releases are in the works, including the Burrock Absorption, the Battle of Dahlgren, the St. Ives War, and the First Combine-Ghost Bear War. But up first is…
(sigh) Here's where someone brings up stuff like these "Wildlife Fact-Files," and suggests we do mail-order, pre-punched pages/record sheets like it's 1987.
(sigh) Here's where someone brings up stuff like these "Wildlife Fact-Files," and suggests we do mail-order, pre-punched pages/record sheets like it's 1987.
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(sigh) Here's where someone brings up stuff like these "Wildlife Fact-Files," and suggests we do mail-order, pre-punched pages/record sheets like it's 1987.
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What the ****** is the Battle of Dahlgren? I'm a giant BattleTech history nerd and I've never heard of that.
What the ****** is the Battle of Dahlgren? I'm a giant BattleTech history nerd and I've never heard of that.
Hey, I know I'm the world's most broken record with this and probably the only person who still gives a shit at this point, but now that TPTB apparently have the ability to produce record sheets again...can we please get the 3150 NTNU record sheets? It's been five years.
all new writing. Mostly new stats and record sheets. Much of the art you've seen already by now. If you have any trepidation then wait for the reviews. This is not TRO: CI or SW.
Hey, I know I'm the world's most broken record with this and probably the only person who still gives a shit at this point, but now that TPTB apparently have the ability to produce record sheets again...can we please get the 3150 NTNU record sheets? It's been five years.
Hey, I know I'm the world's most broken record with this and probably the only person who still gives a shit at this point, but now that TPTB apparently have the ability to produce record sheets again...can we please get the 3150 NTNU record sheets? It's been five years.
Amen brother! (and RS:prototypes unabridged too)
Griffin C,???
???
Along so many others, though I suppose I'm getting into dead horse territory...
So in the information for the new Rec guides it said that Catalyst is working very close with IWM, does this mean that we could expect to see new metal mechs released around the same time as the rec guide?
Thanks Cubby. All the Blood Spirit fans appreciate it I'm sure.
Those were Q1 releases that got 'Rona'd?
First Combine-Ghost Bear War First Combine-Ghost Bear War First Combine-Ghost Bear War First Combine-Ghost Bear War First Combine-Ghost Bear War First Combine-Ghost Bear War First Combine-Ghost Bear War
This is what I am most looking forward to in the list...very exciting stuff!!!
Let me get right there with you.
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there any chaos campaign stuff or scenarios in Guerrero? or is it a lorebook with some RATs.Completely different products. Brush Wars is lore with game rules/aids provided so that you can build and run a campaign set in that conflict.
I ask because Shattered Fortress actually had some scenarios in the back, and I want the new trend to continue.
it's one of the best-tenderized cuts we have in stock!
i've given up on ever seeing RS: Prototypes Unabridged. it was first on the coming releases page in late 2014. another victim of opportunity cost
Sorry?
Yeah, but now it’s DND Beyond. xpYou can't possibly blame TSR for THAT... :o
Locust, Griffin, Catapult were Q1 releases that were delayed b/c of the 'Rona rather than IWM making any new moves. Speck has said there will be a announcement on the 'normal' production schedule for the rest of the year as well as some web-only releases which I assume is in lieu of Origins/GenCon release.
You can't possibly blame TSR for THAT... :o
ishiyama
Its real?Where was the Griffin C mentioned?
ThermoPolice
I remember reading Tomb of Horrors module and thinking, "how is this fun?"
Now I'm sitting here thinking, what is the BattleTech equivalent? ...
Unless the Tomb of Horrors is going to be the theme of next years April Fools pdf, lets move on.
Where was the Griffin C mentioned?
So . . . folks who wanted quads . . . I wonder if one of those RG releases will be a quad book?You a leg man?
You a leg man?
You a leg man?Where have you been hiding that Scorpion? ^-^
Nobody mentioned my Spotlight On: [name to be revealed later] as their “most looking forward to”. :)
You a leg man?
Where have you been hiding that Scorpion? ^-^
I can just see it now: the introduction of the Scorpion IIC, aka the Imperial Scorpion, totem ‘Mech of the Scorpion Empire!I was thinking under a rock, but that is far more interesting. :thumbsup:
Ruger
So...any chance we can get a bit of info on what that MechCommander book is supposed to be about?nah not yet. And to be honest teasing that name and causing people to keep asking is the outcome I was looking for, it’s meant to beat me over the head to get project that up and running again. :thumbsup:
You a leg man?
Hubba hubba
You a leg man?
You a leg man?
I can just see it now: the introduction of the Scorpion IIC, aka the Imperial Scorpion, totem ‘Mech of the Scorpion Empire!
Ruger
Fire Scorpion gets no love! :-[
No Clan 'Mech that uses single heat sinks deserves love.
No Clan 'Mech that uses single heat sinks deserves love.
Scorpion sighted?
It could still be a Guard quad security mech.Hush, don't be starting such rumors. :screw_loose:
Hush, don't be starting such rumors. :screw_loose:
But I'm tiered of trying to be the voice of reason no one listen to.
Besides, who doesn't want to finally see the Totally-not-a-Tachikoma industrial mech! ;)
Necromo Nightmare
"Notes to GM: If any player character survives this it's because you allowed them to cheat."
You a leg man?Looks like a Scorpion leg
Now I'm sitting here thinking, what is the BattleTech equivalent?
Sorry if it's already been brought up, I tried doing a quick search though and didn't see anything about it.
I couldn't help but notice MechWarrior Destiny wasn't mentioned at all in the upcoming releases and State of BattleTech news post. Is there any info on the status of it currently?
On FB it was mentioned that it’s so close to release they thought it would be released before the announcement. That why it wasn’t listed in it.
I’m assuming it’s just the PDF that will be available tommorrow.
any word on if there were any significant changes in the final draft stemming from the feedback process?
At this point, I hope that the new material set in 3140 will go some way towards addressing this, and isn't too heavily skewed towards the Scorpion side of the conflict.
any word on if there were any significant changes in the final draft stemming from the feedback process?barring subjective definitions of significant, I would say yes.
barring subjective definitions of significant, I would say yes.
I be scared of what sort "draft" would be written. "ilClan, take FedSuns in comical actions of Trial of Position through stamp collecting." etc.
ilClan "ha ha! I've stamped you out!"
Does anyone NOT remember Spies Like Us?!
Meh, I liked it as a kid but the Family Guy parody ruined for me. We get it Seth, you miss the 80s.
nah not yet. And to be honest teasing that name and causing people to keep asking is the outcome I was looking for, it’s meant to beat me over the head to get project that up and running again. :thumbsup:
More info in the coming months.
Didn't they say we were getting a release today? I can only refresh my screen so many times while at work! :D
My level of curiosity is through the roof for RGi volume 1 next Friday because it will answer so many questions about format, number of mechs we can expect per guide...
It's available for purchase now!
it's not an insignificant addition to the post-jihad arsenals. ~140-150 new items, 22 of which will be brand new machines entirely for 3084 and beyond.
Spotlight on Payne's Raiders
Are these Ezra Payne's unit ex of the Stealthy Tigers?yyyyuuuuuuu-wait that would be telling.
Are these Ezra Payne's unit ex of the Stealthy Tigers?
Its a guess I put forth . . . but it COULD be some other Payne- like some Mandrill refugee in the IS who started a merc company after his monkey butt dumped the Falcons.
Nobody mentioned my Spotlight On: [name to be revealed later] as their “most looking forward to”. :)
Is MECHWARRIOR DESTINY a PoD title, or is it Hardback?
I see on RPG drivethrough, but as PDF only, and the one on the Catalyst Store does not specify if softback or hardback.
Thank You.
it's not PoD or it would be on drivethru.
i don't ever recall the firmness of the cover material being discussed but like all KS information, it could have been tucked into any number of comment replies, update videos, or offhand comments
Why is the assumption that it's a permanent thing, as opposed to unique to the Tyrfing product?
Is MECHWARRIOR DESTINY a PoD title, or is it Hardback?
The print version of Destiny, available through the CGL Store or your local retailer (not DTRPG), is a hardback book.
Destiny is not currently a PoD, it is being released through normal channels. It's available now from the Catalyst store and your FLGS should be able to order it.
https://store.catalystgamelabs.com/collections/battletech/products/battletech-lostech-faction-dice-mercenary-w-diameter-case
HIGHLANDER DICE?!?
Why did no one tell me?!
My kid can start putting puzzles together with me in 3 years . . . he already likes messing with the minis on my desk and he has a roving MWDA mech around the house somewhere.
I need to see if I can't put the pdf of the activity book on a flash drive (who the frack calls them thumb drives?) and take it to staples.
The Activity Book is also available in Print On Demand now in case you missed that release.
Dak
Did not even see that option, lol.
How much is PoD vs printing out certain pages en masse (at a copy center vs my poor home printer) for home?
LOTS to announce today.
Now Available – Foil Puzzle and Posters (Pre-order), MechWarrior: Destiny, Turning Points, Tyrfing, Core Book Reprints
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BattleTech Foil Puzzles and Posters (Pre-order)
Price: $149.99
Available for pre-order now - the first-ever BattleTech jigsaw puzzles, with foil poster set included!
ASSEMBLE YOUR FORCES! Pre-order from our first-ever series of jigsaw puzzles for BattleTech, printed right here in the USA! Five different images, done in high-quality foil and cut to a 500-standard piece puzzle. Each assembled puzzle is 18″ x 24″ and suitable for framing when complete. These puzzles are all limited to foiled print runs of 1000. Once they are gone, that’s it. These are a “while supplies last” offer. If they appear again, they will be in standard paper, not foiled. (Expected ship date is 7/1/20.)
ooof! 8 pages since I checked this last. I did a quick skim, but my apologies if this has been asked before. When does the new Jade Falcon story take place?
$150 is pretty steep for a pack of puzzles and posters, even if they're foiled and you're getting a lot of them. I have to wonder if they might not sell better sold individually?
Also, how big are the posters?
My funds are slim sooo i wait til next week's release of RG iClan v1.
Anyone know if we have a price point on these yetFrom what they posted it seems to be its more a mech only TRO clan style with recs. So if could be like US 10.00-15.00 maybe with very nice art. TRO:3145 PDFs were that priced similarity in 2013.
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Mercenary Logo Dice Sets
Take command of your tabletop in style with new aluminum dice sets featuring the Gray Death Legion, McCarron’s Armored Cavalry, the 21st Centauri Lancers, the Eridani Light Horse, and the Northwind Highlanders.
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Dragoon’s were in the last run with houses and clans
The dice offered are not the same sorts as the KS dice. The puck type is only a year or two old IIRC.
Does Catalyst intend to fix the shipping costs to Europe on their web store? The puzzle and posters bundle costs an insane ~80 dollars to ship to Germany.I've been prodding on this. What I've looked into on my own, is that the shipping isn't wrong, just that the more economical internaitonal shipping methods aren't offered. Trying to get an answer on why, but as we don't actually do fulfilment, we may simply not have an option. l'll post something when I receive and answer. And should anything change (not suggestion it can/will), you can believe we'll shout it from the rooftops.
Just a wild ass guess here. They sound similar in size and content to the XTROs, so probably a similar price?
That was my general guess... probably $5-6
From what they posted it seems to be its more a mech only TRO clan style with recs. So if could be like US 10.00-15.00 maybe with very nice art. TRO:3145 PDFs were that priced similarity in 2013.
In Turning Points : Tyrfing the lyran commander has a personalized 'Mech but there is no record sheet attached. So where is the point in that?There shouldn't be a personalized 'Mech. From what I see the only indication of that is the 'Mechs name is included, giving an indication that it's customized. But I think the author just wanted to make sure to get that cool tidbit in there and didn't have the space to contextually work in as sentence about it in the text. Let me know if you see any other indication—I could be wrong but I'm almost sure this is the case.
I've been prodding on this. What I've looked into on my own, is that the shipping isn't wrong, just that the more economical internaitonal shipping methods aren't offered. Trying to get an answer on why, but as we don't actually do fulfilment, we may simply not have an option. l'll post something when I receive and answer. And should anything change (not suggestion it can/will), you can believe we'll shout it from the rooftops.
I've been prodding on this. What I've looked into on my own, is that the shipping isn't wrong, just that the more economical internaitonal shipping methods aren't offered. Trying to get an answer on why, but as we don't actually do fulfilment, we may simply not have an option. l'll post something when I receive and answer. And should anything change (not suggestion it can/will), you can believe we'll shout it from the rooftops.
I've been prodding on this. What I've looked into on my own, is that the shipping isn't wrong, just that the more economical internaitonal shipping methods aren't offered. Trying to get an answer on why, but as we don't actually do fulfilment, we may simply not have an option. l'll post something when I receive and answer. And should anything change (not suggestion it can/will), you can believe we'll shout it from the rooftops.
So it's worth remembering that most CGL products are available via retail and are distributed in Europe by Asmodeé,
Asmodée is the European distributor?
Interesting
WOW!! After reading some of the post I start to wonder if they want you buy from your local Game store but that a problem there to. Not all game store carry Battletech or want to carry Battletech product and sometime it pulling teeth when you want them order Battletech Product for you. Now me I didn't have that problem to much. I wonder if this is Cat Lab way getting you to order from your local shops and that why shipping is high for you in other country . Well I hope they get this figure out.
I've been prodding on this. What I've looked into on my own, is that the shipping isn't wrong, just that the more economical internaitonal shipping methods aren't offered. Trying to get an answer on why, but as we don't actually do fulfilment, we may simply not have an option. l'll post something when I receive and answer. And should anything change (not suggestion it can/will), you can believe we'll shout it from the rooftops.
There’s another prequel coming out that is not on the list. I think it simply got overlooked. Shit happens. More on that as soon as I find out what is happening with it. I’m confident it will come out at the same time as HotW (Hour of the Wolf) or before since it lays some pretty critical foundation for the events of ilClan.
While I was reading Mr. Pardoe's blog I found the following
Any words on what is this book?
Hmmm...Cubby, please go ahead and raise the price on these. I guess everyone was right when they said I was nuts to price these at $3.99.
Maybe I should have been paying closer attention but the faction dice pucks are already sold out. :'(
I've been prodding on this. What I've looked into on my own, is that the shipping isn't wrong, just that the more economical internaitonal shipping methods aren't offered. Trying to get an answer on why, but as we don't actually do fulfilment, we may simply not have an option. l'll post something when I receive and answer. And should anything change (not suggestion it can/will), you can believe we'll shout it from the rooftops.
he probably means the house pucks
Are you seeing that in the store? I just checked and all five still seemed to be in stock.
All 5 Inner Sphere houses show as sold out right now.
So mechs that will be in the ilClan Recognition Guide besides the Dominator and Thresher II-
Griffin C
Orion C
Shadow Cat III
Jade Phoenix Prime & A- Assaults
Phoenix Hawk 9 series
Warcrow (size unknown)
Battlemaster 8G?- Marik colors?
So mechs that will be in the ilClan Recognition Guide besides the Dominator and Thresher II-
Griffin C
Orion C
Shadow Cat III
Jade Phoenix Prime & A- Assaults
Phoenix Hawk 9 series
Warcrow (size unknown)
Battlemaster 8G?- Marik colors?
love how the war crow's debut is as a crater;D ;D
To be fair, it didn't start the game as a crater.Failed Combat Drop?
Probably.
Failed Combat Drop?
If I were to speculate based on the shape of the crater, I'd suspect it got kicked in the leg and fell over. Then on the following turn it got shot so hard it stackpoled.
But this is, of course all idle speclation.
it would be like if the first public showing of the Tesla 3 was what was left after the garage it was kept in suffered a massive natural gas explosion
Imagine how cool the Griffin C is, if you could put alllllll those pieces back together.
Wait, I was getting mixed up. That was not the War Crow's fate.
Probably
That was the Locust, whose designation is missing from the screenshot ;)
Had a thought. Since we are getting the Goliath C: we'll actually be seeing the new Goliath for the IS as well, right? I mean historically speaking, the C variants just mount clan weapons on the IS chassis. So will we also get an IS variant in this recognition guide? What do you all think?I think that we don't need an IS variant.
I think that we don't need an IS variant.
Well played sir. I myself have never used a Goliath since 1988. Quads don't appeal to me. The completionist in me wants to see new art for every mech from the original TRO 3025, so its probably just my latent OCD tingling.
IIRC it was said this would also allow them to bring in some of the new KS art to a TRO-style book. Since we were shown a Scorpion's leg, my guess would be we will see a regular Goliath with Clan weapons strapped on from where the Wolves took a Goliath factory. FREX, all we know about the Goliath C is it has a Gauss Rifle and MPL which lets it match up with some of the Invasion era Golaiths as a weapons conversion.
No
we're not up to 51 yet? i guess that's just marauders and warhammers
comedy dies in pedantry
That weapon setup would allow it to continue to use single heat sinks, like some of the earlier 'C' variants.I hope not, as using SHS in the DA era is a bit of a suicide note.
I hope not, as using SHS in the DA era is a bit of a suicide note.It's only suicide if you are building an energy boat. A dakka mech and it wouldn't be so suicidal.
the -4s is the only phoenix variant with any kind of GR. the original 3050 -3M has a GR, LRM-10s and MGs (love the 2 full tons of ammo for the mgs on that one).
But its not a Phoenix, its a 3050s upgraded tech variant or the art also works for pre-Clan Goliaths.
It's only suicide if you are building an energy boat. A dakka mech and it wouldn't be so suicidal.With so many plasma weapons it just becomes just too easy to shutdown.
It's only suicide if you are building an energy boat. A dakka mech and it wouldn't be so suicidal.
Betting it's the Goliath line on Oliver that gets converted.
Infernos makes anything with singles a death sentence after 3050ish, Plasma does it after 3067, unless you have more than 15 at which point not having doubles is incredibly bad.
I agree with colt that it doesn’t have to be the unseen Goliath. I just want it to be
You can get the whole gdl trilogy on pod
I checked earlier and it looks like it and Lethal Heritage haven't been reinstated to POD.
Thanks Sartis. I must have missed it then. Can't find it on Amazon or DriveThru.
Can y’all just release the recognition guide early?? ;)
Can y’all just release the recognition guide early?? ;)
Can y’all just release the recognition guide early?? ;)
Ah fair enough. William Keith is still writing for other universes. It doesn’t appear Charrette has done any published fiction since 2004
more power to him. what a guy
i see william keith wrote the intro story for MW: Destiny
Have to resolve this Trial of Refusal first. Clan Jade Falcon refuses to accept Clan Wolf's proposal of Arabic Numerals ("as the Founder always intended") for the Recognition Guide, and demands Roman Numerals "as benefits the dignity of the ilClan".
Can y’all just release the recognition guide early?? ;)
Could be worse. The whole issue was only revealed because the Techs from both Clans had the working document using hexadecimal.
If we released it now you wouldn't recognize it.
Can y’all just release the recognition guide early?? ;)
Ugh. Hated learning hexadecimal in college (almost as much as FORTRAN). It would be enough to be the driving force for a Trial of Grievance.
Clan Jade Falcon refuses to accept Clan Wolf's proposal of Arabic Numerals ("as the Founder always intended") for the Recognition Guide, and demands Roman Numerals "as benefits the dignity of the ilClan".I see what you did there...
Hello, I have one question. Why is there no Hunchback IIC variants in the most recent Record sheets. The one with the heavy large lasers and the ATM missiles. I am very disappointed.
Are there any ATM, heavy laser, or other post-initial-invasion tech in RS:CI?
A-Pod
B-Pod
ER Laser Micro/Small/Medium/Large
Heavy Laser Small/Medium/Heavy
Pulse Laser Micro/Small/Medium/Large
ER PPRC
Flamer
Plasma Cannon
ATM 3/6/9/12
LRM 5/10/15/20
SRM 2/4/6
SSRM 2/4/6
Mech Mortar 8
AP Gauss
Gauss Rifle
Machine Gun
Machine Gun Light/Heavy
NARC
LB-X AC 2/5/10/20
Ultra AC 2/5/10/20
HAG 20/30/40
Active Probe
Active Probe, Light
AMS
Artemis IV
ECM Suite
Machine Gun Array
TAG
TAG, Light
Targeting Computer
ER Laser Small/Medium
Heavy PPC
Snub PPC
MRM 10/20/30/40
SSRM 2 (OS)
SSRM 4/6
MML 9
Rocket Launcher 10/15/20
NARC
iNarc
Light Gauss
Heavy Gauss
RAC 2/5
LAC 5 (no 2)
LB-X AC 5/20 (no 2)
Ultra AC 2/10/20
C3 Slave/Master
C3i
Targeting Computer
Sword
Arrow IV
Light Fusion
Light Ferro
Does the words " I got something really cool coming real soon" mean anything to anyone and if so could we get a hint? ;)
Minsk looks like a Warhammer variant to me.
It’s the early Clan Hammerhands
It’s the early Clan Hammerhands
Designer: So, like a Hammerhands?
Warrior: Yeah, just like that, but you know, 10% cooler
Minsk does incidentally have 3/5 movement, 70 ton mass, and sports twin Gauss rifles, per TP Tokasha. Hammerhands comparison is apt.
TP Tokasha silhouette was evidently only a placeholder
Incidentally that was the new classic Warhammer
Sure!
Here's a Minsk, by David White.
TRO: Golden Century, coming soon!
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Why? We already have the Stag, Pulverizer, etc . . . besides, its the Golden Century which came about after the Wolverines were stomped.
That’s the big reason I’d lean “no”
Secret programs stealing from the wolverine remains? That I could get behind
TP Tokasha silhouette was evidently only a placeholder
Incidentally that was the new classic Warhammer
Are the Wolverines mechs going to be included? In this TRO
Hmm...you might be onto something.
I can confirm the Pulverizer will make an appearance. For reasons.
I might have missed it somewhere, but does anyone know if either Gray Markets or Slack Tide will be making the POD list? ??? I've got them both for Amazon Kindle, but I prefer paperbacks.
Minsk is a mix tech machine, so that could be why Glass Spider replaced it essentially.
It was in TP Tokasha
Well its the 19th here in Europe :D Gimme!
Well ours has two Gauss rilfes, LRMS, SRMS, AND lasers!Which take heads of Pulverizers (https://bg.battletech.com/forums/index.php?topic=57647.msg1622743#msg1622743) nicely.
Eh, Gauss Rifles are going to take the head off most things without hardened armor or Ferro-Lam & Reinforced structure.How else you going keep a head of the competition?
Looking at the record sheet, the only IS tech it carries is its Active Probe...but yeah, I can see the Glass Spider supplanting it anyway. 3/5 combined with a very short-ranged back-up array makes most of its firepower pretty worthless in what Clan warfare turned into.
How can you NOT love a place like Vancouver!California, for one.
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Where else can you Ski in the Morning, Golf in the Afternoon, and have Diner on the Beach, al without leaving the City???
California, for one.
What city in Cali has ski Hills in the City Limits?
I'm gonna step here to say this is off-topic. We're trying to spoil some Golden Century stuff for you people, we're about to drop the first RecGuide today, I'd like those to stand on their own without comparison city-shopping. :thumbsup:
I'm gonna step here to say this is off-topic. We're trying to spoil some Golden Century stuff for you people, we're about to drop the first RecGuide today, I'd like those to stand on their own without comparison city-shopping. :thumbsup:Well, while taking our mind off Battletech he was giving you more time ;)
Dare I ask 2pm in which time-zone? It's currently after 4pm here.
Eastern, GMT-4/5That is Forum time right?
Going back to the Minsk, I suspect its short lifespan can be attributed to its design focus. It's a hellacious defensive mech, but not very good at offensive operations (a strike against it in Clan eyes), and it's got contemporaries that can do roughly the same jobs, but are fast enough for other missions in that era (Galahad, Warhammer IIC). Because the Clans operate under intentional scarcity, production would switch to the more flexible machines.
Garrison forces would treasure their Minsks and put them on the line every chance they get, but attrition would take its toll, and replacements would come in the form of Galahads and Warhammer IICs and similar, until eventually the last Minsk falls.
If we are getting different tech-level versions as a transition machine . . . then yeah, getting a Clan ERPPC into production rather than the Enhanced ERPPC is going to change the calculus on a pocket assault.Did you have a close look at the Pulverizer?
It will be interesting if we get a design that goes something like . . . IS XL, IS FF, IS Guns to SFE, Clan FF & mostly Clan Guns- initially accepting the vulnerability of the IS XL, then exchanging it for a SFE b/c the lighter weight Clan weapons along with pulling the 'expense' of a XL.
I would also expect a lot of the standard mechs in Golden Century that were not Omni precursors to have 'difficult to repair' quirks.
Which take heads of Pulverizers (https://bg.battletech.com/forums/index.php?topic=57647.msg1622743#msg1622743) nicely.
My treasonous, vile gallbladder was successfully cut out of me this morning and I’ll be discharged and home just in time for the new stuff.
As an added bonus I have been relieved of mowing the lawn for two weeks.
Everything is coming up Millhouse
Did you have a close look at the Pulverizer?
'grats on losing 0.125 pounds.
How can you NOT love a place like Vancouver!
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Where else can you Ski in the Morning, Golf in the Afternoon, and have Diner on the Beach, al without leaving the City???
How can you NOT love a place like Vancouver!
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We have been given one Pulverizer IIRC, so afaik we have not gotten a progression of tech as it was fit & refit as tech evolved. It would be the opposite of what we saw with 2SW TBolt design.Which that Pulverizer 3R shows ;)
Now Available – BattleMech Recognition Guide, Vol. 1
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Can we get a table of contents for those of us who will have to wait to pick it up until we get home?
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Pack Hunter? The art & mini was not bad, though I like original more than MWDA. Which art is it?
We haven't seen that Grasshopper art anywhere before, have we?
And the -3N is the 'old' look for a new Dark Age design?
Looks to be original art.
His answer was a good one to my unclear question, lol- I mean the original Pack Hunter from TRO3060 rather than the II or 2 or whatever MWDA did to foul the design. ER Micros? Fix the armor.
We haven't seen that Grasshopper art anywhere before, have we?That is your kick starter Grasshopper!
That is your kick starter Grasshopper!Well yeah, I figured. I meant more it's the first place we've seen the KS redesign.
Oooooooooooooo...I love how it includes QUIRKS!
Hey, are the featured pilots Kickstarter characters?
Having looked through the Recognition Guide, all the Kickstarter or Box Set 'Mechs that are in there (including the Hellbringer) have at least one "modern" configuration that matches the new minis.
So does that mean the griffin has looked this way for all versions? I hope so!
So does that mean the griffin has looked this way for all versions? I hope so!
So does that mean the griffin has looked this way for all versions? I hope so!
Brand new art for the Hellbringer!
Too bad both variants have higher BVs than many Daishis, or I'd probably field them more.
The Goliath C (iirc) is built on a Phoenix Goliath variant.:o
Yoda: There is another.
On my first pass I was scratching my head why so many old Griffin variants were included. Then it dawned on me. Between this and RS: Succession Wars, every previously unseen variant now has a sheet with the replacement art.
Bravo! :clap:
I can see why some of these Guides will have as few as five 'Mechs. Some are going to require a whole bunch of sheets!
griffin, Dominator, hellbringer, grasshopper, Goliath?
Not a bad spread, if a bit top heavy.
I think Sea Fox is space!walmart. The phones are still down, right?
Commando, Pack Hunter. Of course it's top heavy if you leave out both light Mechs. ;)
-the goliath c wasn't just based on a phoenix variant, but a 3085 one at that. we'll have to wait until another day for the new goliath. b-pods acknowledge a world outside of mechs only, even if its for the unit type in the clan invasion box
lots to process here. i'll skip commenting on the actual mechs to keep it a surprise but i have to ask about the COM-9S: WHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
Though the Loki T is an improvement.It is definitely the new Prime for me.
Commando, Pack Hunter. Of course it's top heavy if you leave out both light Mechs. ;)
So the weapon layout would match the mini (which is of the 2D). I admit it's not very good, but at least it's not a near clone of an existing variant like the Loki T is.
So the weapon layout would match the mini (which is of the 2D). I admit it's not very good, but at least it's not a near clone of an existing variant like the Loki T is.
Been building the stuff for my Megamek, and boy, the Goliath C's left torso criticals about gave me an aneurysm.
Also... question...historically, TROs were “authored” by ComStar. Does this mean that the Shark Foxes are the new Space AT&T?
The 3145 series was written by the Republic ...
Seems like they let everyone write them now ;)
Not sure how I feel about waiting two weeks for the next one... xp
I actually really like that Commando. Same mission profile as the original, but much faster and twice the effective range. I don't mind the OS launchers one bit, they suit a strike mech that's meant to get its hits in, and then get out of dodge. If anything, loading them with Infernoes would have good odds on instakilling a battlesuit or seriously messing up a tank.
Similarly, I've got mixed feelings about the Loki T. The lower BV and matching weapons ports are great, as is the improved heat curve, but that mech really needs the Targeting Computer and ECM. With that armor, it has to be able to stay back at long range and hit noticeably more often than it gets shot in return. The T has no better an accuracy curve than your average Clan PPC mech, so to survive it's going to need a far superior pilot...and the BV's not THAT much lower than the Prime.
Similarly, I've got mixed feelings about the Loki T. The lower BV and matching weapons ports are great, as is the improved heat curve, but that mech really needs the Targeting Computer and ECM. With that armor, it has to be able to stay back at long range and hit noticeably more often than it gets shot in return. The T has no better an accuracy curve than your average Clan PPC mech, so to survive it's going to need a far superior pilot...and the BV's not THAT much lower than the Prime.
The 3145 series was written by the Republic ...
Seems like they let everyone write them now ;)
you're onto something there. the griffin 3N, loki, grasshopper and pack hunter do the same. it's just... OS launchers... the ipecac of BT technology.
Yeah, I'm with you on that one.
If anything, I wish it had gotten an Arty config. Arrow IV would suit it well.
1-4 are on the coming releases page
I absolutely love the J. It's a Scout, which means the All-Loki Recon Star All-Stars is the next thing I'minflicting onintroducing my next Alpha Strike opponent to.
Yeah, I didn't like the J until I saw that role. That thing just SCREAMS formation-building shenanigans. It's not the Loki that kills you, it's the special abilities of its Star that kills you. I need to dig through ASCE and CampOps, see which formations require a Scout or two, but would be digustingly powerful if they suddenly had Heavy Clan Mech firepower. :)
At least next week we'll get TRO Golden Century instead.
I'll save you some time. It's Command and Recon. ^-^
Lord willin' and the creek don't rise. Editing now. Man, these designs are so fun and unusual.Yeah, and the other new unit art is cool. Record sheets are getting close too.
It's totally cool if your battle armor's SRM reload feed occasionally just locks between the rack and the tube, right? No foreseeable problems of any kind?
So.... Now that the ilClan Era is officially live. When will the Masterunitlist.info start getting updated?
Really like the new recognition guide format. After reading through some of the fluff I have just one question, what's a Hierofalcon?
Cheers,
LCC
It's totally cool if your battle armor's SRM reload feed occasionally just locks between the rack and the tube, right? No foreseeable problems of any kind?
I absolutely love the J. It's a Scout, which means the All-Loki Recon Star All-Stars is the next thing I'minflicting onintroducing my next Alpha Strike opponent to.
I think the Hellbringer already had its configurations set before I started slinging Arrow IV configurations at them. But I think one stuck. We will see :).
Why is the Loki J a Scout?You could have at least given it an iJJ version for super scout speed.
1. It's arbitrary and I was feeling capricious that day.
2. Somebody laughed at me for trying to make the Thor J a Scout, so I was looking for an alternative.
3. It has an Active Probe.
4. I'm not fond of Roles being defined by tonnage. I desperately tried to get the Juggernaut definition loosened enough that I could throw it on an UrbanMech. Instead I had to invent a new role, Ambusher, that is basically a light Juggernaut (as a Skirmisher is a heavy Striker). Ok, none of that explains a Scout. Scout, for most cases, involves being fast and pathetic. Ostscout is very fast, and has pathetic weapons, so it's a Scout instead of a Striker. So I am trying to expand that definition. I don't like a definition of a role as "pathetic". The J isn't a very good Sniper (ER PPC and UAC/5 on a heavy clan 'Mech does not make you an efficient Sniper). A Loki J is underarmored (as all Lokis are for their weight) meaning they are not a stand and deliver (no Juggernaut, Brawler or Skirmisher, all of which involve some level of toughness). Most Lokis then are either a Striker (short range) or Sniper (long range). So that leaves Striker for the J...or...it has jump jets, and AMS. And it has that Active Probe. So maybe it makes sense as a commander for a Recon Lance. It can scout itself, defend against common hidden infantry units, it has some maneuverability and it can provide covering fire. I decided that was enough of an excuse and went for it.
People wondering about the size of the Loki J and role being scout. All i can think of is silently point to the CGR-1A1 Charger and says "Loki J is better armed" and walks away.
Really like the new recognition guide format. After reading through some of the fluff I have just one question, what's a Hierofalcon?Not sure, looks German. I used Google Translator and told me Hiero = Rub. Which i begin to question that. "Rub Falcon"?
Cheers,
LCC
Soon, very soon....Before, After. I'm just HAPPY to hear we're getting them done! :thumbsup: :beer: :clap:
(But not before RecGuide, and not the same week that we've dropped some other stuff. Next week, most likely.)
Not sure, looks German. I used Google Translator and told me Hiero = Rub. Which i begin to question that. "Rub Falcon"?
Well, there's "Chicken Rub", soooo . . . ???
:D
Tonnage factoring into Role is always a fallacy, as once the fighting starts it contributes almost nothing to the fight except some points of IS and a bit of melee damage. You should only look at actual combat capabilities.
If units like the Whitworth-1H or Scorpion (ML) can be Juggernauts, then the Loki can be a Scout, no problem.
that doesn't mean you can't have exceptions or oddities but the trends in data point to a consistency that should be generally used as a templateEnforcing a tonnage coorelation would be to lose what makes Roles meaningful over just using the tonnage or weight class.
Why is the Loki J a Scout?
1. It's arbitrary and I was feeling capricious that day.
2. Somebody laughed at me for trying to make the Thor J a Scout, so I was looking for an alternative.
Enforcing a tonnage coorelation would be to lose what makes Roles meaningful over just using the tonnage or weight class.
Saying a Panther is a Light 'Mech, and Light 'Mech are usually Strikers, but a Panther is not a Striker is why roles are assigned to 'Mechs. Those aren't exceptions/oddities, they are what makes them useful.
Perhaps we should split off role discussion to a separate thread?
They stated that they were going to focus more on the 'mechs that were in the Kickstarter campaign.
Uh, all the Griffins except 3N are old and have existing record sheets. The Hellbie J and T are new ones.Griffin C is a new sheet as well.
I didn’t design it, I only assigned it a role.Ah, gotcha. I've just always enjoyed using iJJs on Hellbringers to boost their to-hit modifier and b/c they have so much space for activities
At least next week we'll get TRO Golden Century instead.
Wait?!? For real!?! Already!!!
*Disappears off into the horizon dancing a jig whilst chortling to himself.*
And since there seems to be more coordination than ever before between the Megamek team and CGL in terms of record sheet production, here's to hoping that Record Sheets (and/or their products) become easier and easier to produce.We continue to help and it's one of the reasons we've put a lot of work into updating our ability to print record sheets in the last couple of years.
the PoD blackout on amazon appears to have been resolvedProbaly Amazon wanting a bigger slice of the pie (more money). Sorry I am cynical by nature when it comes it megacorps.
Probaly Amazon wanting a bigger slice of the pie (more money). Sorry I am cynical by nature when it comes it megacorps.
the PoD blackout on amazon appears to have been resolvedindeed!
Barnes & Noble has Ghost Hour up for preorder in nook format, releasing on Friday.
at some point the cover for Honor's Gauntlet was put on the releases page. our mystery falcon Archer Pryde is operating some time between ~3115-3150 as a Shrike is depicted on the cover and it has a DA era stamp. i'm guessing the ~3145 end of things in conjunction with the growing momentum toward ilClan?
Barnes & Noble has Ghost Hour up for preorder in nook format, releasing on Friday.I didn't know that Barnes & Noble still exists. Are they online only?
just based on the description he seems to be a little more self aware than the average falcon genocide jock... so probably not? training dies hard
Barnes & Noble has Ghost Hour up for preorder in nook format, releasing on Friday.
Looking forward to reading that one.
Not I. This is one of the few hard passes for me in the upcoming releases.
I haven't read the first part yet. Is it that bad?
YA is just a marketing term, nothing wrong with it inherently.
If the last couple are any guide, the genre seems to require teens described as attractive being attracted to each other, while defeating older enemies who conveniently forget to be competent.
YA is just a marketing term, nothing wrong with it inherently.
If the last couple are any guide, the genre seems to require teens described as attractive being attracted to each other, while defeating older enemies who conveniently forget to be competent.
Not that I’m a fan of YA as a genre, but the above pretty much describes every movie and book, ever does it not?
If the last couple are any guide, the genre seems to require teens described as attractive being attracted to each other, while defeating older enemies who conveniently forget to be competent.Now i haven't read the books, but based on that description i'd just call it bad writing, not something that has to do with marketing as YA. There are good and bad books marketed as YA.
According to the "State of the Game, June 2020" page, there are three other fiction releases due this month as well. Hoping we still get Rock of the Republic and Icons of War over the next seven days, but if we have to wait until July... <shrug> they'll be worth the wait.
It’s firmly described as YA fiction. The average demo of this board does not fall in the target audience
It’s firmly described as YA fiction. The average demo of this board does not fall in the target audience
If the last couple are any guide, the genre seems to require teens described as attractive being attracted to each other, while defeating older enemies who conveniently forget to be competent.
Not that I’m a fan of YA as a genre, but the above pretty much describes every movie and book, ever does it not?
Now i haven't read the books, but based on that description i'd just call it bad writing, not something that has to do with marketing as YA. There are good and bad books marketed as YA.
To be fair, most BT novel can fit in that category
Decision at Thunder Rift, Mercenary Star, Price of Glory, still better than most 40K novels.
I was one of the moderators for the boys book club at school. I’ve had to read a lot of this stuff. Very few of the BT novels I’ve read come close to being YA.
You can still buy the five puzzles as a bundle for $149.99, but the bundle will no longer include the five foil posters for free.
Good news, MechWarriors!
Each of the five foil puzzles we announced recently is now available for individual purchase at $34.99 each. You can still buy the five puzzles as a bundle for $149.99, but the bundle will no longer include the five foil posters for free. The poster set is also now available on its own, priced at $24.99.
Remember, each foil puzzle and each poster is limited to 1,000 copies each. If we reprint them in the future (if!), they won’t be foil.\\
Public Service Announcement: going forward, for the latest and greatest info, stay tuned to the Coming Releases page. The SOTG post is already buried, and while that was a fun day, Coming Releases is where we'll be adjusting anything what needs adjusting.
Rock of the Republic might make it out before June 30. Might. Icons of War won't.
I'm assuming if I purchased the bundle before this change when the posters were still included with the bundle price, I'll still be getting the posters, correct?
I want to second this question. For those of us who jumped the bandwagon early - despite horrendous shipping cost , will the bundle still consist of Puzzles and Posters??
The bundle offer was for orders in before June 22. The above announcement dropping the posters sets the terms for post June 22 orders.
BattleTech Foil Puzzles, Foil Posters Available for Individual SaleGood, now I'll stop getting that "What were you thinking?" face from the Mrs. when I pitch the idea of getting a puzzle box for the kid. ;D
Good news, MechWarriors!
Each of the five foil puzzles we announced recently is now available for individual purchase at $34.99 each.
BattleTech Foil Puzzles, Foil Posters Available for Individual Sale
Good news, MechWarriors!
Each of the five foil puzzles we announced recently is now available for individual purchase at $34.99 each. You can still buy the five puzzles as a bundle for $149.99, but the bundle will no longer include the five foil posters for free. The poster set is also now available on its own, priced at $24.99.
Remember, each foil puzzle and each poster is limited to 1,000 copies each. If we reprint them in the future (if!), they won’t be foil.
BattleTech Foil Puzzles (https://store.catalystgamelabs.com/products/battletech-limited-edition-foil-jigsaw-puzzles-2020-summer-collection)
BattleTech Foil Posters – Set of 5 (https://store.catalystgamelabs.com/products/battletech-limited-edition-foil-posters-set-of-5)
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The bundle offer was for orders in before June 22. The above announcement dropping the posters sets the terms for post June 22 orders.
HUGE Thank You!! to whoever made the call to make them available separately! :beer: :clap:
Public Service Announcement: going forward, for the latest and greatest info, stay tuned to the Coming Releases page.
As for the YA novels; I am giving them a shot.
Having read the "Tomorrow" Series by John Marsden and some of the Afterblight Chronicles, I have to say that very little BT fiction actually reaches the limits of what is acceptable within the YA genre.
By contrast; what have BT novels lacked? Always detailed sex and violence, even with the occasionally gag-inducing dialog that comes up around Victor and Katherine or in descriptions of the Clan's SibKo program.
Usually lacking the kind of gritty realism seen in more grounded MilSF, almost always lacking in the filthy, ugly side of conflict.
If any of the BT novels I read as a kid kept me up at night, it was only in imagining how cool it would be to be a real mechwarrior.
Do you mean this thread here? Or the new releases tab on the main page?
another announcement?
is this some form of canopian torture?
Waitminute...Grey Watch Protocol: The Highlander Covenant, Book One? The book being split up or is it being expanded into dualogy/mini-series?
If the the TRO Golden Century is being released by POD and the PDF being given for free...which venue is it being purchased from? CGL Store? Drive Thru?
I assume the POD/PDF will be more expensive than the standard PDF since one has the option for both one does not?
If the the TRO Golden Century is being released by POD and the PDF being given for free...which venue is it being purchased from? CGL Store? Drive Thru?
For the record, that is completely appropriate pricing for pdf only/POD only/combo... :thumbsup:
feels like this decision should have been made sometime before the announcement I don't personally care about PoD some do but three days before the stated release date is just a bad, now we have to wait, weeks longer not a good look at all.
The alternative is we go back to them never giving us any info until the day the book is released.
feels like this decision should have been made sometime before the announcement I don't personally care about PoD some do but three days before the stated release date is just a bad, now we have to wait, weeks longer not a good look at all.
The House Arano POD was very nice... seriously, pdf only people should give that option some consideration at least. :thumbsup:I've always preferred the feel and smell of paper myself. You can't accidently delete or have to make sure something is charged to read it.
I've always preferred the feel and smell of paper myself. You can't accidently delete or have to make sure something is charged to read it.
and I'm the opposite. if you put a gun to my head, I couldn't tell you the last time I smelled a book. But I can tell you the last time I used Control+F to find facts in a sourcebook (in an argument last night) and I can tell you that it's much nicer for me being able to read novels on my phone at lunch, without having to lug a book along and get it damaged.
I don't begrudge you, or anyone else having a preference.
But, that's the thing. I don't think there's a lot of fence-sitters. People have STRONG opinions on this, they REALLY want print products, or they really want PDF files, but I don't know many people who are uncertain.
So I'm disappointed that I have to wait, and personally get nothing of value out of the wait. But I appreciate that we were at least informed that it was going to happen, ahead of time. THAT much at least, is exactly what I've been hoping for, for the entirety of modern battletech fandom.
I've always preferred the feel and smell of paper myself. You can't accidently delete or have to make sure something is charged to read it.
Yet another sign I'm a dinosaur... :-\
We may very well be seeing the end of landscape format with the Recognition Guide.
I assume the POD/PDF will be more expensive than the standard PDF since one has the option for both one does not?The Destiny RPG wasn't more expensive in Book/PDF bundle. so why should this be?
LOL! I'm not THAT angry, but no, I don't touch type... ^-^
We may very well be seeing the end of landscape format with the Recognition Guide.
Will the Grey Watch Protocol also be POD? The announcement only said Ghost Hour will be also released as POD.
Psy
The Destiny RPG wasn't more expensive in Book/PDF bundle. so why should this be?
I've always preferred the feel and smell of paper myself. You can't accidently delete or have to make sure something is charged to read it.
As for the YA novels; I am giving them a shot.I haven't read the first book in this current trilogy yet, but I did read The Nellus Academy Incident and I liked it. I wasn't totally sure what to expect from a "YA" book, but it was all good. In fact, it had a higher body count among the point-of-view "good guy" characters than I've usually come to expect in BattleTech fiction.
...the BC fiction started getting into some of the realism- the Sandoval who played with knives and got stuck in a rainy forest, trapped their by the surrounding Dracs, with bad food and little medical supplies. I mean, we get shades of WWII Japanese POW treatment in a couple of sources IMO.Great example of a story on the more adult end of the spectrum...that story "Epaulet Mate" was a gritty, gripping, and just harsh story...like a slap in the face. Heavy drug use in there as well. I'd love that whole series to be bundled as a POD. Phaedra Weldon was one of my favourite BattleCorps authors.
My favorite part of the YA fiction is that I've got nieces and nephews just reaching their teenage years - gonna be time to spread the madness... 8)
And don’t worry–you won’t have to go a week without BattleTech! Taking Golden Century‘s place for release this Friday will be the e-book versions of Jenn Brozek’s Ghost Hour: Rogue Academy vol. 2 as well as Grey Watch Protocol: The Highlander Covenant vol. 1 (pre-order link), two exciting new fiction entries.I'm seeing "Paperback" availability for BOTH novels. Is that correct? ???
Pre-order Ghost Hour in e-pub. (https://books2read.com/BattleTechGhostHour)
Pre-order Grey Watch Protocol in Kindle e-pub. (https://books2read.com/BattleTechGreyWatchProtocol)
(A Print-On-Demand version of Ghost Hour should also be available on or about Friday, June 26.)
My fault, I meant to link to it and forgot.
Coming Releases. (https://bg.battletech.com/books/upcoming-releases/)
I'll be updating it later today, after I get another announcement out. I need to remove some of the items that have already released, and update some others. I know it's not 100 pct up to date right now.
So next Friday, Stone Rhino- anyone want to make guesses on who might be producing it in 3150?
I think we will see it with the Horses or Bears . . . Bears production was pretty hidden since they were hibernating so they might end up with it since we did not see a lot of designs for them come out of MWDA. Horses ended up with a lot of Jaguar production like the Xerxes, so they could have ended up with that data core.
As a bonus, all POD orders of Technical Readout: Golden Century will come with a free PDF copy of the product
Anyone gotten a shipping notice on the puzzles?
From the original announcement (https://bg.battletech.com/products/announcing-battletech-foil-puzzles-and-foil-posters/): Expected ship date is 7/1/20.
Yeah, but folks were talking about getting sourcebooks shipping at 2 weeks, so I was wondering if anyone had started getting them.
To answer the question legitimately, I was thinking Sea Fox. The original is an older second line design that uses standard engine, armor and internals. Would be very easy to be produced as is or be improved upon.
Not as-is, anyways. Very little profit margin to be had on basic tech. And with standard engines, structure, and armor available for purchase pretty much anywhere, and not much dependence on high-tech ammunition, there isn't much to bind clients as repeat customers. Reskin with ferro-lam, drop in a double-XL engine, replace the gauss with streak LRMS, now you're talking a Shark/Fox design.
The free PDF copy might be what starts me buying physical BT books again.DTRPG PODs ship from the UK iirc so it shouldn't be too bad.
Well, that and seeing what shipping for POD products is like in the UK.
no HAG behemoth. but the existing variants are a super weird collection based on where it started
2 - heavy laser battery, gauss
3 - 4 LPL, 2 ATM-9
4 - 2 UAC/10, 4 LRM-10
5 - 4 LB-5, 6 ERML
6 - 14 MPL
DTRPG PODs ship from the UK iirc so it shouldn't be too bad.
*just downloaded Grey Watch Protocol*It looks like it is available as POD via Amazon, so I got my ordered and it should be delivered on the 30th, which is perfect timing, since I should finish reading Shell Games on the same day.
I know what I am reading over lunch!
Next Friday.
Every other week.
Was it stated what the revised date for TRO:GC is?
It looks like it is available as POD via Amazon, so I got my ordered and it should be delivered on the 30th, which is perfect timing, since I should finish reading Shell Games on the same day.
Psy
Was it stated what the revised date for TRO:GC is?
Was it stated what the revised date for TRO:GC is?
Have to admit, I was a bit disappointed in the Goliath C art. :-\ Yes, it looks Nice, but it's just a PP/Reseen Goliath with a turret on it.But…that’s what it is.
We've been teased with a Classic Scorpion leg. Will the Goliath be getting Classic treatment also? ???Yes.
Question on the Rogue Academy dates - the first novel was set in 3150, the second in 3155, but the characters in book two refer to the events of the first one as taking place a few days earlier. Which book has the wrong date?
at this point this book is so cursed, I will not belive any release date until it hits the store.
You areFigured why. You are the reason (lol).
Turning Points & Chaos CampaignsMy brain mashed up those to "OTP Tukayyid".
TP Tyrfing (June 12)
OTP Hanseatic Crusade (August 7)
Chaos Campaign: Battle of Tukayyid (Q4+)
I'd assume Chaos Campaign is more general, whereas (O)TPs are more detailed or focused on certain places.
CC:SW is pretty general.
I'd assume Chaos Campaign is more general, whereas (O)TPs are more detailed or focused on certain places.
CC:SW is pretty general.
4/5 the size of total chaos. Then add art and formatting.
Screw it, I'm getting it PDF and paper, if only to encourage such products in the future.
Hopefully there is less aerospace/battleship stuff in Tukayyid than Total Chaos, that would make up for a lesser page count.
edit - Headhunted by elementals
Well, it's Tukayyid.
How much Aerospace combat was there?
Turning Points are simply smaller. They are $ 5 PDF products. And, since nckestrel spoilered the page size of the dev version elsewhere: CC Tukayyid has ~ 200 pages in its current development state. You simply cannot sell something like this as a $ 5 PDF product ;)
I'm just glad Tukayyid is getting more attention in the Chaos Campaign field.
Era Report 3052 had some nice Touchpoint moments, but this is one of THE battles that shaped history.
So I'll easily snag that release.
I am glad it is getting some attention most because the 1994 scenario book somehow has never managed to strike me as very good.
https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Tukayyid_(scenario_pack) (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Tukayyid_(scenario_pack))
I am glad it is getting some attention most because the 1994 scenario book somehow has never managed to strike me as very good.
https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Tukayyid_(scenario_pack) (https://www.sarna.net/wiki/Tukayyid_(scenario_pack))
Looking forward to a bunch of scenarios to take maximum advantage of the quirks of those gorgeous maps! :thumbsup:
Wait, you mean you can play a game with them too?
;D
. . . yeah, the 25+ real years of universe development- more SL mechs, Royals, Clan secondline, more SL vehicles- has nothing to do with it?
Wait, you mean you can play a game with them too?
;D
It's an option but not required...
For me it’s the CC system scalability. Most of those old scenario pack missions were too big for the time I had to play
Either we are thinking of different products when we say "Scenario book" or I have been severely mislead somehow, because my prior complaint about the old FASA era "Scenario Books" was that they were all reduced down to like 3-4 mechs a side, no matter how big the depicted conflict was, and I felt ripped off. O_o
Either we are thinking of different products when we say "Scenario book" or I have been severely mislead somehow, because my prior complaint about the old FASA era "Scenario Books" was that they were all reduced down to like 3-4 mechs a side, no matter how big the depicted conflict was, and I felt ripped off. O_o
I was worried that was what they meant when they first called it Chaos Campaign: Tukayyid as well. Fortunately, limiting the detail was not what that meant :).
I didn't. Order came out to $12 and some change. Should be delivered today.
Don't buy the used copy for twice the price of the new copy!
So it's Monday. Is it too early to be excited for RG:i volume II?
Wonder which unseen will be featured? :drool:
But…that’s what it is.
Yes.
So it's Monday. Is it too early to be excited for RG:i volume II?
Wonder which unseen will be featured? :drool:
Sero? Where was this mentioned?
the Marauder!not yet. Literally just assigned the Mad, Mad II, and the IIC right before I popped on here.
not yet. Literally just assigned the Mad, Mad II, and the IIC right before I popped on here.
We already know the SERO is the main unit in II.
The heck is a SERO?
When does Vol. II become available for purchase? I know it releases Friday, but when will I be able to throw money at Catalyst for it?
Plus the author appears to have been a pretty big fan of the "The Proving Grounds Trilogy"
(I never got why they got such a bad rap, but they certainly never seemed beloved).
Did you all notice that Grey Watch Protocol referred to "grognards" in-universe. :D
not yet. Literally just assigned the Mad, Mad II, and the IIC right before I popped on here.
What makes you think that? Didn't get around to read Grey Watch, yet.
If I remember correctly, Grognard was originally a term for a grumpy old soldier before it was adopted by wargamers so not too out of place.
It spends much of its length referencing the events and characters of those books. Plus it has a real deliberate Dark Age novel feel in its structure and atmosphere.
It spends much of its length referencing the events and characters of those books. Plus it has a real deliberate Dark Age novel feel in its structure and atmosphere.
not yet. Literally just assigned the Mad, Mad II, and the IIC right before I popped on here.
It spends much of its length referencing the events and characters of those books. Plus it has a real deliberate Dark Age novel feel in its structure and atmosphere.
Yes, it's used in that sense, though with an implied out of universe double meaning.
When does Vol. II become available for purchase? I know it releases Friday, but when will I be able to throw money at Catalyst for it?
Vol 2 is out this Friday, when does the Golden Century come out again?
Sojourner (thanks Kit)- Heavy 4/6 Omni with SC or MASC . . .
. . . makes me think of a Seeker or perhaps Spirit Cat inspired name.
Grey Watch Protocol (and subsequent books of the Highlander Covenant) unfortunately suffers from the same problem as Shell Games. If you've read Shattered Fortress, you already know the story and how it's going to end. We'll learn some little details, but already know the major plot points.
And the Naja, which seems to be descended from the Kintaro, going by the model number.
The point isn't to show how it ends, it's to show how things got to that end.
Improved SRM6?
The improved versions of old IS weapons that the Clans used for a short time before advancing to the Clantech we know today. First mentioned in the original TRO 3050, never seen again until full stats appeared in CampOps (or IntOps, I'm not sure). Assuming the Naja isn't a red herring, this marks the first time we've ever seen ANY of these weapons on a canon unit. I'm excited. :thumbsup:
The improved versions of old IS weapons that the Clans used for a short time before advancing to the Clantech we know today. First mentioned in the original TRO 3050, never seen again until full stats appeared in CampOps (or IntOps, I'm not sure). Assuming the Naja isn't a red herring, this marks the first time we've ever seen ANY of these weapons on a canon unit. I'm excited. :thumbsup:
Odd, my in-box is strangely empty....Mine's empty as well. Nothing caught in my spam filter.
Which for the most part, Shattered Fortress does unfortunately. :(
Huh? Not sure how you get that MWDA novels had a specific structure . . . but considering IIRC there have been 4 novels all about Northwind and another 3 or 4 that have portions of the story on planet, then it would make to reference things in those books. I caught more references to Pardoe's earlier Highlander novels. While the Proving Ground trilogy sucked, they also referred to Pardoe's books and I think bits from the Highlanders scenario book.
Sojourner (thanks Kit)- Heavy 4/6 Omni with SC or MASC . . .
It'll be a shame when SteveRestless has a heart attack on Friday and no longer posts in this thread....
;)
Sojourner (thanks Kit)- Heavy 4/6 Omni with SC or MASC . . .
. . . makes me think of a Seeker or perhaps Spirit Cat inspired name.
Nah, he said something about a sojourner on a beach . . . its a heavy and not a Woodsman tease.
that's a big vtol...
Taking this thing for a test drive and seeing what it can do.
(http://i.imgur.com/GmVNKCIl.png) (https://imgur.com/GmVNKCI)
At 130k tons you're not gonna have a lot of room. I'm going to guess some NL's and some missile launchers as her main armament. Unless she's slow (2/3 - 3/5) and then you could probably squeeze a NAC-20 in somewhere, perhaps as a bow chaser. If she's a 4/6 ship, then you're gonna have room for some lasers and missiles and thats about it.
She isn't small potatoes!
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Well, at least one set of Clanners underestimated one of them....
I wonder which Clan underestimated itI think he's referring to the Ice Hellion cluster that was seized by the Green Ghosts on their way to Camelot Command. Though the role of the Peregrine in this affair - if any - remains unclear. Available information is fragmentary and unreliable, and boils down to rumor and speculation.
I think he's referring to the Ice Hellion cluster that was seized by the Green Ghosts on their way to Camelot Command. Though the role of the Peregrine in this affair - if any - remains unclear. Available information is fragmentary and unreliable, and boils down to rumor and speculation.
I think he's referring to the Ice Hellion cluster that was seized by the Green Ghosts on their way to Camelot Command. Though the role of the Peregrine in this affair - if any - remains unclear. Available information is fragmentary and unreliable, and boils down to rumor and speculation.
I think he's referring to the Ice Hellion cluster that was seized by the Green Ghosts on their way to Camelot Command. Though the role of the Peregrine in this affair - if any - remains unclear. Available information is fragmentary and unreliable, and boils down to rumor and speculation.
Thanks for the info on Campaign Ops. :thumbsup: I'll pass along the bad news I guess. :-\
Oh no, it's a new, never before seen encounter. As I said, you'll see this baby is no small potatoes.
If there's any trimming, I hope the trimmed material gets published somewhere...
Quick Strike already did...
Ray may have clarifications or corrections on this, but we've had some initial discussions about CO, and it's going to fall into the same category of SO and IO--we need to do some re-thinking and re-organizing of all of that "back-end" of the core rulebooks. Best I can say is that we're aware CO is out of stock, we're aware SO/IO/CO would be "next" in the reprint series.
Speaking only for myself, IMO, there's a lot those books could do better, especially CO. Given my druthers, I'd like to see CO reworked into a very different form. SO/IO probably just needs some reorganization and trimming.
The march of technology across BattleTech’s eras is relentless—but some BattleMech designs never die. Each installment of this PDF-only series not only includes a brand new BattleMech or OmniMech, but also details Classic ‘Mech designs from both the Inner Sphere and the Clans, now fully rebuilt with Dark Age technology (3085 and beyond). Allowing beloved units redesigned for the BattleTech: Clan Invasion Kickstarter to be competitive on “modern” battlefields, this series also includes in-universe development notes, battle histories, notable pilots, and record sheets for each ‘Mech.
I feel like this is the second time the Jade Phoenix has been mentioned but not shown.
I think we will see it with the Horses or Bears . . . Bears production was pretty hidden since they were hibernating so they might end up with it since we did not see a lot of designs for them come out of MWDA. Horses ended up with a lot of Jaguar production like the Xerxes, so they could have ended up with that data core.
Gonna do the thing where they tease it for months and it will show up in volume XX
Ostscout 12R? SOOO close . . . its undersinked! 8/12/8 w/Stealth Armor and a cERLL? Pretty much everything I wanted the Pack Hunter to become . . . but short 2 DHS. Built on Connaught with Kong, is this a new Clan Protectorate machine?
Heck, you can do a 2-2-0 pattern if you do not mind slowing down to 7/11/8 on the 3rd turn. Jumping away on the 3rd turn if you are in some danger to spend the 4th turn running & cooling . . . or if Ghost Targets are in play, use that option with Stealth to escape.
Am I remembering incorrectly, or was it said that the designs featured in the Recognition guides would be all new?
Am I remembering incorrectly, or was it said that the designs featured in the Recognition guides would be all new?
Because that's a stock TRO 3055 era Stone Rhino.EDIT: Also that urbanmech first appeared in XTRO Republic II. It would inform my purchasing habits to know how much reused content we should expect.
Second EDIT: As pointed out elsewhere, the Urbanmech is new, just using the wrong model number. My bad.
Buy this Monday same format as other one? One featured Mech multiple pages a couple of double pages then a few together?
Too soon for any of those details.
It seems like the relevant answers to the questions you’ve been asking haven’t even been decided internally yet.
Edit: And I really like the Zeus. It also confirms that Hesperus is building native clantech.
Not seen it, but how do you figure? Plenty of groups are just buying the Clan weapons from the Foxes though the Republic can build quite a bit and the FedSuns can do some ERs.It literally says so - " Using Clan specification extended-range lasers, an extralight engine and LRM 15 launcher built on-site"
It literally says so - " Using Clan specification extended-range lasers, an extralight engine and LRM 15 launcher built on-site"
There are two new Stone Rhino record sheets.
It literally says so - " Using Clan specification extended-range lasers, an extralight engine and LRM 15 launcher built on-site"
Drop the common between engine & and? But all that means is the LRM15 is built on site- what is the brand of the laser?
But I feel like they said they weren't going to do that, so I'm curious if that was actually something someone in power said or if I'm remembering it wrong.I don’t recall saying that, or if someone else did. If it was then it’s a mistake. All the IICs will showcase the original, as the originals have not been showcased since the whole ‘Unseen issue’ happened.
I don’t recall saying that, or if someone else did. If it was then it’s a mistake. All the IICs will showcase the original, as the originals have not been showcased since the whole ‘Unseen issue’ happened.
It doesn't say. It's a blurb with no information beyond manufacturer and planet.
Sure, but the featured design is the original Stone Rhino.
To be clear I'm not against retreading old stats with new fluff, I bought the entire set of Upgrade TROs happily after all.
But I feel like they said they weren't going to do that, so I'm curious if that was actually something someone in power said or if I'm remembering it wrong.
If it is the one with the TRO entry- and it should be as the Dark Age model- then it will have it in the stat block under 'armament' heading.
Hour of the Wolf by Blaine Lee Paradoe going be good too. Full novel if i'm not mistaken.Nice. Do we know when this is coming out?
Nice. Do we know when this is coming out?
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I totally missed the errata/rules change that lets mechs jump further than there run MP. When did that happen?You mean IJJs?
Cheers,
LCC
Farther than their RUN MP?? ???
I think there was a typo somewhere in there... IJJs allow up to run MP vice walk...
Nope. Because of the hardened armor, the new UrbanMech has a run of 2 and a jump of 3.
If you are talking the UrbanMech UM-R93, it has Hardened armor, but reg JumpJets.
Which UrbanMech are you referring to?
The R96 in the new RecGuide is 2/2/3
Urbie R96 has two speeds: Walk and Flying Murder.
The question is when you move two hexes using ground movement, do you take the walk penalty or the run penalty on your attacks?
Ruger
Whichever mode you choose when you elected to move it.
The mode determines the MP, not the MP determine the mode.
Uh, nobody? ???
Uh, nobody? ???
When you need an extra point of heat to activate TSM.
But that is the exception that proves the rule.
But then again, with 2 MP your "skid" will simply be a fall, so that's pretty boring.
Low gravity- but then movement becomes more than 2/2 . . . question is, will the walk & run always be the same on low gravity?
So it would look exactly like R2 getting tasered by Jawas, got it. :thumbsup:
When you need an extra point of heat to activate TSM.
But that is the exception that proves the rule.
Why not just turn off a heat sink and save the added penalty to your To-Hit number?Because you needed to think of that LAST turn; IIRC you do that in the end phase. Do that this turn and you can walk next.
At 2/2 you have to react not initiate.
I'm disappointed that the UM-R96 didn't get a partial wing to mess people more with a 2/2/4 movement. ;D
Why not just turn off a heat sink and save the added penalty to your To-Hit number?
From sound of it, their waiting to see how well the setting up the Print On Demand so Irregulars will be done that way to.Unfortunately no. POD is a long process and it’s been slowed down by COVID-19.
I hope Irregulars will come this Friday.
Since, to my understanding, TRO: Irregulars is on hold like TRO: GC right now.Correct. Not on hold, just in the process of POD production and approval.
Unfortunately no. POD is a long process and it’s been slowed down by COVID-19.
Correct. Not on hold, just in the process of POD production and approval.
Unfortunately no. POD is a long process and it’s been slowed down by COVID-19.
Correct. Not on hold, just in the process of POD production and approval.
Someone will always be disappointed. So we choose to do what’s best for most customers and best for the line.
We've had plenty of releases in the past with the print aspect and the PDF availability out of synch, it baffles me why the two suddenly need be yoked together. But whatever. I just hope, fervently, that you reconsider asynchronous releases on future products.
Why shouldn’t they be released at the same time?
Why should one type of customer feel left out when CGL can satisfy both kinds of customers simultaneously.
Because there have been past releases where a digital release preceded a print release without incident. Shattered Fortress, for example. and I am relatively sure the recent novels came out digitally before the PoD was available.
It is my recollection that PoD buyers are being given a copy of the PDF bundled with their purchase to mollify them over the delay, are they not?That’s incorrect. They are not being mollified for the delay, you have it all backwards. The policy for a while has been that PDFs are included with print products. It has nothing to do with any delays. We are delaying the release of this PDF so that we don’t have customers that misunderstand the situation, don’t feel cheated, or regret their purchase for one that may have more value to them. Since this is POD via DTRPG, we can’t set it up as a preorder, or credit people towards the POD purchase later.
There really is nothing to debate here.
I don't expect anything to change as a result.
“Because we used to” is a terrible reason for doing anything. By that logic, CGL should just release 3025 hard copy-only products and metal minis.
“Because we used to” is a terrible reason for doing anything. By that logic, CGL should just release 3025 hard copy-only products and metal minis.
Judging by some interactions I've had in the past, there is a significant portion of the fan base who would prefer exactly that.
- Herb
Judging by some interactions I've had in the past, there is a significant portion of the fan base who would prefer exactly that.
- Herb
Are there that many people who mistakenly buy a PDF, thinking they were buying both a PDF and a Print on Demand combo, and express remorse for purchasing the wrong item?
We've had plenty of releases in the past with the print aspect and the PDF availability out of synch, it baffles me why the two suddenly need be yoked together. But whatever. I just hope, fervently, that you reconsider asynchronous releases on future products.
I would suspect you get a higher POD attach rate if you launch both the PDF and the POD at the same time to take advantage of the initial launch push. I highly doubt that enabling POD so it would be better for CGL to recoup (and profit) off that investment up from. I would argue that launching the cheep version early is a surefire way to undercut your overall revenue.
My main problem is with the sheer number of Mechs and vehicles at our disposal. Including variants and Omni configs there are thousands of options for a player to choose from. If that isn't I don't know what is.Well... one of the main points of playing BattleTech is the sheer number of mechs and vehicles at our disposal ::)
My main problem is with the sheer number of Mechs and vehicles at our disposal. Including variants and Omni configs there are thousands of options for a player to choose from. If that isn't I don't know what is.
Depending, on how you set it up, the digital product can actually net you more money than the PoD. If I want my novels to net me the same the, far cheaper, eBooks do, I actually have ton increase their prize.
By that logic, CGL should just release 3025 hard copy-only products and metal minis.
On a per unit basis sure.
POD and PDFs are going to have a revenue stream more like software than a more traditional printed and stocked book. Once the development costs have been recouped, the ongoing costs are low enough that it makes sense to maximize revenue and swamp the difference in margin.
So if you are looking to maximize profitability, ideally you want as many people buying the PDF and POD as possible to maximize revenue, and take the hit to the overall margin.
(I am also not in this industry so this could be 105% wrong.)
Depending, on how you set it up, the digital product can actually net you more money than the PoD. If I want my novels to net me the same the, far cheaper, eBooks do, I actually have ton increase their prize.
There aren't people who buy the wrong item and are then angry, at least no that many. There are people, who buy the digital version, because there is no printed version and are then angry, because they didn't know there would be a printed version later. Also, you are then punishing your customers, who prefer printed versions, because the digital version is out weeks earlier, lots of people are talking about it, reading it ... and you have to wait, because you want it printed. It's really not fair to people who want it printed. I always found it annoying, that the PDF was out weeks, sometimes months before the printed version in the past.
And, really, had they announced the print version beforehand, we wouldn't even have this discussion. They would have dropped at the same time and everyone would have been happy. From what it looks like, that will be the case in the future, so we won't have this kind of obvious delay ever again.
Back on track a bit..
Are we expecting anything to get released tomorrow or are we looking at next Friday now?
From everything on Coming Attractions and what has been announced here.
I think there nothing coming out tomorrow *(7/10/20)* unless it's unannounced surprised.
Icons of War and Rock of the Republic where originally slated for June, Blaine said on FB yesterday that RotR is likely about 3 weeks away but he doesn't actually know for sure.
IoW might stil be in with a shout.
RG3 was scheduled for next week anyway (17th) with Spotlight On: Thermo Police and Touring the Stars: Kaumberg the week after (24th).
Icons is still being edited and the cover being designed. I have no idea when it'll be ready -- I hope its this month, but maybe August.....
Craig
Hoping for RG 3 tomorrow!
Touring the Stars: Kaumberg is one I am looking forward too quite a bit.
Because he wants to know more about the Kaumberg Eichhörnchen! ;D
Back on track a bit..
Are we expecting anything to get released tomorrow or are we looking at next Friday now?
Oh? Why so?
- Herb
I should say that I want more stuff on the rivalry between House LeSat and House Hasseldorf but the truth is I want details on Herbert Redburn and his unfortunately titled book, The Jihad: A Good Start.
Also, I thought puzzles were to start shipping on the 1st? I still have not received a notice that my puzzles & posters and t-shirts have shipped.
Also, I thought puzzles were to start shipping on the 1st? I still have not received a notice that my puzzles & posters and t-shirts have shipped.
Hopefully TRO Irregulars in PDF format.
PDF will be released simultaneously with the POD.
And Golden Century is up first.
The release dates in June's state of the game proved to be overly optimistic it seems.
Only because the possibility of POD threw us for a loop.
Look, I didn't expect that update to end up being 100 percent accurate. We simply don't have the bandwidth to produce 4-6 months of product in advance. Honestly, the almost-weekly new releases would have seemed unfathomable even 4-6 months ago. But we're paying the price and keeping up. As long as the Rec Guides stay on target--and they should be able to--then I'll be content.
Too much forums today. Back to editing!
Honestly I'm just glad there's lots in pipeline looking forward to it all and slower release will make it easier on wallet too for the next few monthsThis. After her review of the last credit card bill, my much-better half asked, "Have you lost your mind?" To which I replied, "Eighteen years on, and you're just now asking that question?" :D
Lol, I was about to ask that! No Rec Guide this week . . .
Also, I thought puzzles were to start shipping on the 1st? I still have not received a notice that my puzzles & posters and t-shirts have shipped.
Or I’m just closer to the distribution center. The shipping label lists the ship date as yesterday.
We were told they were shipping on the 1st . . . but folks who picked up the bundle had ordered what, 10 days? before they offered puzzle or poster only options.
Sorry if tone is not coming across, I am not accusing any wrong-doing.
Hopefully it arrives for you soon!
I would already be happy to just know the statusin the first place
No kidding. Catalyst's fulfillment company stinks. Every single thing I've received from them has arrived before they could get around to send a shipping notification.
My Shadowrun Spawl Ops kickstarter stuff finally arrived this week too!
This. After her review of the last credit card bill, my much-better half asked, "Have you lost your mind?" To which I replied, "Eighteen years on, and you're just now asking that question?" :D
as long as the books don't start spilling out of the office closet, my wife can deny it's a serious problemSome day PDFs start physically spilling out of phones and PCs as books
The Sword and the Dagger is also missing from that list but the reasons are well-known.
I wonder if there was some kind of sticking point with the rights for a new printed version. The Sword and the Dagger is also missing from that list but the reasons are well-known.
The Sword and the Dagger didn't even get reprinted in the 90s when RoC reissued all the other FASA novels
Battlemaster . . you know, you can get a TSM & Supercharger Battlemaster w/some Med VSPLs using the -1G gun port requirement . . . getting really curious about what got done to the old Beemer.I know where you can find a hint ::)
I know where you can find a hint ::)
Well . . . unless I missed it (just checked) you have not released any more screen shots of Rec Guides MM testing. So all we had was Scotty's purple'd Battlemaster.
Oh...it's not a screen shot...but it's down there. ^-^
Oh...it's not a screen shot...but it's down there. ^-^
I mean the author pretty much spelled out the issues with the contract she had picked up from Weissman and Hicks. How exactly that bounces around in copyright law is tangled and messy, but we know enough
Are you talking about the variant with the hammer, the brush and the beard?
(https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/imgsize-7920,msid-15661933,width-400,resizemode-4/15661933.jpg)
-6G has . . .
HPPC, 6 LPPC, 2 Small XP, SSRM6, 2 ER Smalls . . . ugh
The authors of both Sword & Dagger and Star Lord are dead, so I would assume that has something to do with the reduced appearance of those books.
Are you sure? There seem to be a couple extra guns there. The -1G only has the PPC, 6 MLs, the SRM-6, and 2 MGs.
Are you sure? There seem to be a couple extra guns there. The -1G only has the PPC, 6 MLs, the SRM-6, and 2 MGs.
Correct, I was just conflating the 6 MLs total for the 4 on chest being replaced by LPPC . . . 2 rear facing are the ERSLs. I think -6G, mimicking the nomenclature with the latest number- or a missing one- is homage.
You can see it hit the Heirofalcon on MM's Crazy Hits thread.
Four LPPCs is so disappointing with everything that is available in 3150, it felt like 'we have to waste tonnage somewhere, let's do it with crappy guns.' The Quasimodo will be laughing in this thing's face.
It's four medium lasers, with a range of 18 hexes.
With the Heavy PPC, 35 damage out to 18 hexes.
without clantech, that's pretty impressive. with also having to follow WYSWIG, it's very impressive.
Unless the BLR-6G is Clan Wolf or Capellan, I'm not sure it's really going to worry about fighting against a Quasimodo?
anti-battletech would be forcing you to use WYSIWYG exclusively. this is just a hundred-odd variants that happen to match the art from the boxes and KSAs long as it's not paving the way to THAT, I'm ok with it...
As long as it's not paving the way to THAT, I'm ok with it...
heck, NCKestrel's post about gun port matching is the first TPTB that even confirmed this is a thing outside of Adrian's 'new KS art with minis to work in current era.'
Did FASA or FanPro ninjas come take your Unseen? Its not something to get worked up about IMO.
heck, NCKestrel's post about gun port matching is the first TPTB that even confirmed this is a thing outside of Adrian's 'new KS art with minis to work in current era.'
I'm a minor minion. (Sometimes I have delusions of grandeur, but not that often.)
There are still no canon WYSIWYG police.
I still use a Highlander IIC as a HGN-732 and Ray still, sometimes, returns my emails.
Oh shit, I don't think I'd told Ray about my Highlander IIC mini....
*shrug* The cat is out of the bag now.
What's driving the sudden infatuation with WYSISYG? That's about as anti-BattleTech as I can conceive of... ???
I think it's a thing they're doing to help ease in new players that aren't used to such looseness in a minis game. The new minis are all based on the primary config from the clan invasion era, but this way they can say, "but look, even if you want to play in the current era, the mechs' load outs still look right!"
Do like my wife does when GMing RPGs. Use Starburst candies as the enemy units. Adopt a strict policy of YOU EAT WHAT YOU KILL.
While it could be tangential, if they were standard works for hire, then the rights should reside with IMR/CGL or Topps. Not sure why their having passed away would have to do anything with it, lots of deceased authors still have books published and republished. You can still go into any bookstore and pick up Shakespeare, after all...
Buuuuut, I'm sure a red beemer will probably pop in to nudge us back on topic, so I'll clam up at this point.
The 6G might not be our only new Battlemaster.
CGL doing the WYSIWYG thing is a natural part of the effort to bring BT into line with what is expected in modern gaming. I think it is safe to assume that the vast majority of new people who might come to the TT game will either be from a 40k background where WYSIWYG is normal or be brought in via the two current video games that (as far as I know) both have a 'Mechs visual loadout change along with the actual loadout.
This combined with the fact that increasing numbers of people are able to actually 3D print great looking models at home. Any game that can't support WYSIWYG is going to look behind the times to new players. BT already struggles under the weight of its own history so little things like this should be embraced.
The double-blind format requires a minimum of three players,
one of whom acts as gamemaster. The gamemaster monitors
the status and movement of the two opposing players’ forces,
informs the players of their spotting sweep results and ensures
the smooth play of the game.
Three identical mapsheets and ’Mech sets are needed for
a double-blind game—one for each player and one for the
gamemaster. Each player uses his maps to record the movement
of his own units and any enemy forces his units have detected.
The gamemaster uses his mapsheets to record the movement of
both sides. Additionally, each player records the movement of his
forces on a copy of the double-blind movement chart found at
the back of this book.
WYSIWYG
What You See Is What You Get, commonly abbreviated to the acronym WYSIWYG is a basis for the entire Games Workshop line of models. It simply states that whatever kind of wargear or weapons that the model is going to have equipped going into battle MUST be shown on the model. For example, a Space Marine usually is armed with a bolter as part of their standard equipment. In order for everyone who looks at the space marine to know that he has a bolter and not another type of weapon (Flamer, Missile Launcher etc.) a bolter must be physically attached to the model.
Some types of wargear also must be displayed on the model when appropriate. These wargear items are displayed when Games Workshop models have provided for said wargear. Otherwise, it is up to the player to include these wargear items as imagination permits.
It should be noted that this term's officiality has come and gone over the years. Tournaments normally give a standard of models that can be used in play, and many have had very lenient policies. Sometimes, one type of miniature could be allowed as a proxy for another. However, often the rules are written to discourage such actions in order to prevent abuse.
wysiwyg is a loaded term (note the pockets of panic you get just by mentioning it)I had my concern allayed about a page ago, which is why I haven't said anything further.
these are variants where the weapon placement matches the mini. nothing more.
mountains out of molehills and all that
devil's advocate
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CGL doing the WYSIWYG thing is a natural part of the effort to bring BT into line with what is expected in modern gaming. I think it is safe to assume that the vast majority of new people who might come to the TT game will either be from a 40k background where WYSIWYG is normal or be brought in via the two current video games that (as far as I know) both have a 'Mechs visual loadout change along with the actual loadout.
This combined with the fact that increasing numbers of people are able to actually 3D print great looking models at home. Any game that can't support WYSIWYG is going to look behind the times to new players. BT already struggles under the weight of its own history so little things like this should be embraced.
The issue is WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Got/get), began with 40k, and as folks are saying switching to WYSIWYG is a good thing, I am merely pointing out the other side, of the coin, playing Devil's Advocate if you will:
. . . .
So, don't think I am completely aiti WYSIWYG (I'd love more variations in models), I'm simply pointing out counter arguments as to why currently moving to a WYSIWYG style-of-play is not viable at this moment in time.
No one was advocating WYSIWYG, you took that and raced for the cliff on your own. Dmon was talking about supporting that approach- which the KS art & Rec Guides do quite well.
Leave the molehill be . . .
There is a huge issue with WYSIWYG for BT.[/quote]
Sorry, was not aware the only discussion that could be taken was supporting WYSIWYG, and that counter arguments were verbotten ;)
It was not even that! No one was trying to support WYSIWYG, you made that assumption on your own. No need to play the martyr. What was said, again, that KS art & minis were matching- and had some benefits of being- WYSIWYG for the latest variants provided in the Rec Guides. Instead of KS minis being '3025 designs only.'I see it as really benefiting new players, having mini match the sheet really helps them avoid confusion.
The WYSIWYG was purely internal for submitting specific variants for a specific book.
This isn't new, the primary TR variant has always had to match the art. (Or the art match the primary TR variant). In this case, the art also happens to be used for another variant, making the design work more "interesting".
The circumstances are different, but it's still the same standard as has been true for most every Technical Readout since 3025.
It has never meant anything, in BT, for the players as any sort of requirement. It's in the official rules. TW p20. "players may use whatever miniature they have on hand or any other counter or item to represent each unit". Miniatures arent even required, much less specific miniatures.
I’m guessing the next news we’ll here is that it’s on sale
I believe TRO:GC is waiting for the PoD process to be ready so CGI can drop PDF, PoD + Bundles at the same time, something most of us are cool with.
Like hell. I'll announce a date for release as soon as we have one we can put our backs against. We're not there yet.
ED:GC POD is good to go, but we're going to stick to the plan of releasing it all together.
My royalty checks will soar!
Writers often dine on pride and self-satisfaction, only sometimes do they get fries with it.
My royalty checks will soar!Only by about 15-20%.
Well, I just got a shipping notice for my order- with three labels though the posters and puzzles are separate labels.
My royalty checks will soar!
No notification but my USPS informed delivery tells me a package is arriving from Georgia today so I’m guessing that’s it
If you haven't filled out your survey last time around, you should have gotten a new one recently.
I haven't received a new one unfortunately. Who should I contact about the survey?
EDIT: whoops, I thought I was replying in the Kickstarter thread. My sincere apologies.
I am also in this situatuion.
Gray Markets is now PoD
Thanks for posting this Sartris, I just went on Amazon and got it ordered. Another book for my collection :)Ditto
Psy
The Jade Phoenix is now 3 for 3 in the Recognition Guides.
The Hierofalcon is in every way more of a very up-gunned Eyrie. The Gyrfalcon still serves a distinct purpose as extreme range skirmisher that the Hierofalcon doens't do in any but one config, where it does so poorly.
A sensible and less ultra-specialised Jade Hawk
Is there going to be Clan Invasion TRO? I am interested to know as I am eager to replace my old FASA era TROs with newest Catalyst era ones.here you go:
The Hierofalcon is in every way more of a very up-gunned Eyrie. The Gyrfalcon still serves a distinct purpose as extreme range skirmisher that the Hierofalcon doens't do in any but one config, where it does so poorly.
here you go:
https://store.catalystgamelabs.com/products/battletech-technical-readout-clan-invasion
My two guesses are this. Whereas the Heirofalcon seems to be like a lower tech and easier to build successor to the Gyrfalon the Jade Phoenix is either
A) - A sensible and less ultra-specialised Jade Hawk
B) - An Omni-Shrike thats been designed better so its configs are less wonky. Even stripping out the UAC's for a HAG would be smart money.
Nice! Just got the shipping confirmation for the puzzles & posters as well.
I got more of an impression of it being a Falcon take on the Shadow Cat. More of an emphasis on jumping vs ground speed, but serving in similar roles beyond that.I see it more of it being a cutting-edge Omni Phoenix Hawk, use it as such and it will work.
It's a pretty neat design. Love the art.
Very true (and I didn't think about the Eyrie!) but with all its advanced gubbins and weird combo of features like MASC and jump jets and reflective armour etc,
MASC has been around for over 400 years by now, first appearing in the Star League. ???
I don't think the intent, in or out of setting, is for the Hierofalcon to replace any other of the Partial Wing 'Mechs.
My two guesses are this. Whereas the Heirofalcon seems to be like a lower tech and easier to build successor to the Gyrfalon the Jade Phoenix is either
A) - A sensible and less ultra-specialised Jade Hawk
B) - An Omni-Shrike thats been designed better so its configs are less wonky. Even stripping out the UAC's for a HAG would be smart money.
here you go:Any idea if some of the out of print books (TRO3150 & Campaign Ops for example) are going to be reprint or made POD? I have the pdfs, but never got around to buying print copies until it was too late.
https://store.catalystgamelabs.com/products/battletech-technical-readout-clan-invasion
Any idea if some of the out of print books (TRO3150 & Campaign Ops for example) are going to be reprint or made POD? I have the pdfs, but never got around to buying print copies until it was too late.
TROs are among the best sellers.In the Fasa days.
Any idea if some of the out of print books (TRO3150 & Campaign Ops for example) are going to be reprint or made POD? I have the pdfs, but never got around to buying print copies until it was too late.No plans at this time to convert OOP TROs to POD. Same goes for any of the currently OOP TW-line core books. No plans at this time for Campaign Operations. We're currently in discussions on whether or not to revise it or reprint it at all.
I hope for a Jade Falcon Mech with Interface Control system.
In the Fasa days.No plans at this time to convert OOP TROs to POD. Same goes for any of the currently OOP TW-line core books. No plans at this time for Campaign Operations. We're currently in discussions on whether or not to revise it or reprint it at all.
In the Fasa days
Given that pilots with EI are far from rare in the Falcons, I think that might actually be a good idea.
i think one of the crippling issues for TRO: SW was that the macross crew was unavailable due to the HG shenanigans. the CMs had already produced a good number of them and others (famously the crud) were in process. take the Macross 10, quads, and osts, and replace some of the age of war stuff that was extinct by the 30th century and you have a very different book.
In the Fasa days.No plans at this time to convert OOP TROs to POD. Same goes for any of the currently OOP TW-line core books. No plans at this time for Campaign Operations. We're currently in discussions on whether or not to revise it or reprint it at all.Thanks for the info, back to scouring the web for copies.
Should be 11. You're missing the Archer.
No, the macross 10 are the unseen like the warhammer. The quads are the scorpion and GoliathOk, because i thought you were including the quads in their group of Macross. Fang of the Sun Dougram is where quads came from along with the Griffin, Shadow Hawk, and BattleMaster.
Wasp
Stinger
Valkyrie
Phawk
Rifleman
Crusader
Archer
Warhammer
Marauder
LongbowMarauder II
Has an updated release date for Icons of War been announced?
Does it have the barcode on the last page? Pod books tell you when they were printed
They may have had some stock leftover from another printing for some reason
My posters arrived today. Puzzles did not. Anyone else in the same boat?
Mike
I noticed the POD discussion about TRO's.
I'd settle for one big one to incorporate all TRO entries to date, printed and otherwise, with errata.
Something like this:
(http://hyperallergic.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/largestbook1.jpg)
Any news on tro:gc?
No. It's Max Liao's shitlist. And it's only the beginning.That's just the book for people whose last names begin with "A"! :o
There are whole chapters that consist of only "Hanse the Fox" over and over again, punctuated with classical Chinese swear words.
I'll never understand how, after some time, every thread derails with of people writing off topic posts using mid-2000s humor. Cmon, you're better than this.
I was going to say that's the new Battletech Rule Compendium all the rule lawyers keep asking for.
Finally! Special case rules for firing a nuclear tipped missile out of a Long Tom cannon!
(This is an actual thing from a non-canon scenario published in a magazine back in the 1990s.)
My posters arrived today.
Finally! Special case rules for firing a nuclear tipped missile out of a Long Tom cannon!
(sigh) Good lord, we need to release some more stuff. This is getting way off track.
(sigh) Good lord, we need to release some more stuff. This is getting way off track.
(sigh) Good lord, we need to release some more stuff. This is getting way off track.
Just a couple weeks before Hanseatic Crusade, right? :)
(sigh) Good lord, we need to release some more stuff. This is getting way off track.Now imagine if this was a voice chat channel.
Doing a drunken group rendition of piano man would both be inevitable and catastrophic
cubby you need to get us something to chew on here or the entire billy joel catalog is going to get butcheredDon't tempt me to keep going.
Just remember this next time you have job interview ... the internet remembers all; good, bad, wrong, right, cool, kewl, and Battletech!
So, we have this, uh copy of this 'thing' you posted on a website about giant robots. Could you explain those? And what is a BS elemental?
Also, thinking of Billy Joel songs ... Allentown, Down Easter Alexa (sp) ... you could soooo fit those into BT!
I feel like I should be threatening to banish you all to the Hall or something...I had to sit in the hall a time or two when I was in school! ;D
Thank you for your vast patience with us. We were too drunk to stop, you see...
I feel like I should be threatening to banish you all to the Hall or something...
Also, thinking of Billy Joel songs ... Allentown, Down Easter Alexa (sp) ... you could soooo fit those into BT!
The Battletech/Billy Joel jokes are worthy of their own thread.
Thanks for the update
Rock soon, probably by next week. We're figuring out a release plan now.
Icons of War, a bit longer. Some good fact-check feedback on that one. I've learned a lot about relative motion of JumpShip travel, I've learned a lot about the average speed of galactic rotation, and maybe--just maybe--I've learned a little bit...about myself. (But really I'm just a bystander for fiction FC process, that's JoeChummer's department mostly.)
Touring the Stars: Kaumberg is exactly what I hoped it would be. :thumbsup:
new retrotech commando variant, retrotech phoenix variants, industrial mechs in Kaumberg
the long-unstatted Warhammer WHM-6Rk from ER 2750 snuck into Thermo Police
No love for Big Mac. They’re the only merc dice left in stock
Both cgl and iwm have been open for a while now
Good news! Technical Readout: Golden Century and Era Digest: Golden Century will be available in print-on-demand and PDF this Friday, July 31. Don't worry, Recognition Guide: ilClan, Vol. 4 is still planned for release that day as well.
Really glad to hear this. I'm at least as excited about the two TROs as I am about the recognition guides.
(https://i.ibb.co/sjMJXGb/Vision-Quest-ink-shaded.jpg) (https://ibb.co/wyxr2XB)
Only one TRO, ED is just setting up to be available POD while it was PDF only before.
Because I'd never break a promise to Sartris...
I know, but it's still one of the TROs, and should indicate that the second will be on its way SoonTM.
Almost looks like a Cataphract IIC to me...
Just downloaded Rock of the Republic from B&N. :thumbsup:I'm just waiting for the PoD version. I do love my dead tree books :)
Good news! Technical Readout: Golden Century and Era Digest: Golden Century will be available in print-on-demand and PDF this Friday, July 31.Whoohoo! May the zombie catgirls pass you by in the night. Unless that's your thing, I wont judge.
I get Nova Cat Omni feel for legs given its the Vision Quest the Nova Cats first Mech not a big surpriseI always figured it was going to be an ER Laser test bed. From the pic, I was guessing ERLL in the arm, ERMLs in the shoulder, and ERSL in the arms. Given it's an old, and double extinct design, probably all standard tech beyond that. Maybe DHS if they're feeling kind.
I think 60-70 tons
Particle cannon and small lasers on arm
Large lasers over shoulder
Machine guns or small lasers on battle arm
Maybe a hidden SRM launcher on other shoulder under X pad
I'm just waiting for the PoD version. I do love my dead tree books :)
Psy
Sartris, you really do have this down to a science. You know. This thing you do for the community. For free.
Because I'd never break a promise to Sartris...
Good news! Technical Readout: Golden Century and Era Digest: Golden Century will be available in print-on-demand and PDF this Friday, July 31. Don't worry, Recognition Guide: ilClan, Vol. 4 is still planned for release that day as well.
To tide you over, here's a look at a 'Mech from the book, the Vision Quest!
One more thing: you may start to see the new Blaine Lee Pardoe novella Rock of the Republic appearing on your favorite e-book platforms over the next few days. Due to the variations in publishing methods and timing between the platforms, we can't provide a single date when it would drop on all of them. However, once it becomes available on all e-book platforms and in print-on-demand, we'll be sharing the convenient one-stop link to get it.
(https://i.ibb.co/sjMJXGb/Vision-Quest-ink-shaded.jpg) (https://ibb.co/wyxr2XB)
Ha! Even the 'mech looks like its saying "YES!"
i've got an AC in the right arm as well. there's also that bit on the head that's probably something
“Listen up, rooks. You’ve all got sim scores the brass decided were acceptable. Your parents all wrote checks to the right academies. But you ain’t nothin’ until you can drop one of our hated enemies and shame their ancestors by making your ‘Mech do a fist pump over their smoking corpse! Do you get me??”
“WE GET YOU, SIR!!”
“Listen up, rooks. You’ve all got sim scores the brass decided were acceptable. Your parents all wrote checks to the right academies. But you ain’t nothin’ until you can drop one of our hated enemies and shame their ancestors by making your ‘Mech do a fist pump over their smoking corpse! Do you get me??”
“WE GET YOU, SIR!!”
i've got an AC in the right arm as well. there's also that bit on the head that's probably something
Hmm.....wonder where one could find a hint. ^-^
https://bg.battletech.com/forums/index.php?topic=246.msg1635710#msg1635710
would this be what you are refering to, had to leave the box over half the weapons didn't you.
looks like
gauss
x2 er large
x3 med pulse (the slider looks like you can scroll down a bit)
?
If it had all that, why did this 'mech die out? Just to make way for the OmniMech?
looks like
gauss
x2 er large
x3 med pulse (the slider looks like you can scroll down a bit)
?