Argus - Revision history

Bird Thing: v0.19.1 infobox stats update pass; var B/F

2026-03-30T01:20:13Z

v0.19.1 infobox stats update pass; var B/F

Xcalibur: /* Prime */

2025-03-13T03:55:11Z

‎Prime

Bird Thing: infobox stats check pass v0.17.4

2024-12-27T05:35:19Z

infobox stats check pass v0.17.4

Xcalibur: /* Variant D */ Had an extra SSRM2, updated infobox and fluff

2024-12-07T06:23:19Z

‎Variant D: Had an extra SSRM2, updated infobox and fluff

Xcalibur: /* Prime */

2024-12-03T09:53:23Z

‎Prime

Xcalibur: /* Prime */ Fluff changes, added comment

2024-12-03T09:52:09Z

‎Prime: Fluff changes, added comment

Bird Thing: infobox stats update pass (0.16.1), readability

2023-07-27T04:00:04Z

infobox stats update pass (0.16.1), readability

Warlord Kentax: /* Variant D */

2022-07-28T18:58:30Z

‎Variant D

Sabrist: 0.15.3 update

2022-07-18T21:17:42Z

0.15.3 update

Warlord Kentax at 20:04, 11 July 2022

2022-07-11T20:04:05Z

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 </ul>
-| Price B = 80 300
+| Price B = 80 700
 | ArmorT B = 57 064
 | Engine B = GM 300 XL
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 <li> 1x [[HPPC]]
 <li> 4x [[SL]]
-<li> 1x [[DSSRM4]]
+<li> 1x [[DSRM4]]
 </ul>
 | Equip B = <ul>
 <li> [[EOptics]]
 <li> [[MASC]]
-<li> 5 [[DHS]]
+<li> 7 [[DHS]]
 <li> 1 [[free ton]]
 <li> 11.5t [[Armor]]
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 </ul>
-| Price F = 72 100
+| Price F = 74 500
 | ArmorT F = 57 064
 | Engine F = GM 300 XL
 | Weapons F =  <ul>
-<li> 3x [[LRM5]]
+<li>1x [[LRM10]]
-<li> 2x [[ERML]]
+<li>1x [[PPC]]
-<li> 1x [[UAC10]]
+<li>2x [[LPL]]
 </ul>
 | Equip F = <ul>
 <li> [[EOptics]]
-<li> [[GECM]]
+<li> 5 [[DHS]]
-<li> 1 [[DHS]]
+<li> 0 [[free tons]]
 <li> 11.5t [[Armor]]
 </ul>
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 | Armor INT = 3692
-| Version153 = 0.17.4
+| Version153 = 0.19.1
 }}
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 ===Variant B===
 One of the very few mechs that mounts the fearsome [[HPPC|heavy PPC]], the Argus B is built around it. Delivering double damage of a standard PPC, the heavy PPC can rip off arms and externals of lighter mechs in one shot and severely damage heavier mechs that wander within 650m. While the heavy PPC recharges, 4 [[SL|Standard Small Laser]]s allow mechwarriors to further damage appendages and a well placed volley from the dual [[SSRM4]] launcher often finishes the job. Being able to close the distance to its foes at frightening speeds of 121 KPH, the B variant is equipped with [[MASC]] to bring all of its close range weapons into play. With only 5 [[DHS|Double Heatsinks]] dissipating the massive heat spike of an [[Gameplay_Tactics#Alpha_Strike|Alpha strike]], mechwarriors must manage their use of [[MASC]] carefully while chasing down their prey. Firing the heavy PPC, while at high heat, will melt off the player's own armor! A single ton of [[Free ton|free ammo]] is sorely needed for the streak launcher. The B's superior battlefield mobility allows it to capture bases quickly while having the firepower to defend them.
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 ===Variant F===
 Being the cheapest Argus variant, the F comfortably fills in the roll of a missile support mech. Coordinating and timing LRM launches with your teammates can unleash this mechs potential. The rapid chain fire mode of the triple [[LRM5]]s can sucker the enemy's [[LAMS ]] while your teammates heavier LRM volleys get through to wreck havok. Furthermore, it'll do this while being undetected on radar with its [[GECM]] equipment. Backing this up is an [[UAC10]] and two [[ERML]] which both have a 600m range, keeping enemies at bay. The F is no brawler, a wise pilot will know when to disengage and re-position to a better location before being overwhelmed. A single free ton of ammo should be dedicated to the UAC10 as it'll shoot itself dry long before the LRM5 will need reloading. Overall, the F is quite the bargain as its the only Argus variant that comes with stealthy electronics.

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 {{Commentbox
-| Comment1=A rather fun and versatile loadout to use. Here's a possible strategy: Dive towards an enemy and force them back with the DPS of the RAC5 and laser array. The time spent shooting the RAC5 should let you lock-on with the NARC and mark an enemy. Turn away and move into cover, then fire your LRMs around the corner as the RAC5 cools down. If your opponent took cover, the LRMs can still reach them with the NARC. If they decide to chase you down, you can  fire LRMs while running away, though they may not always hit.<br>
+| Comment1=The RAC5 and LRM15 should be given a free ton each. You'll find yourself running out of LRM ammo more often while self-NARCing, and the RAC5 is ammo-hungry in general. Dedicating both tons to the RAC5 or one to the NARC might be appealing, but I find the Argus's armor doesn't last long enough for a double RAC5 reload or NARC reload to be relevant.
 | Writer1= - Xcalibur}}

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 | Price Prime = 80 300
-| ArmorT Prime = 57 062
+| ArmorT Prime = 57 064
 | Engine Prime = GM 300 XL
 | Weapons Prime =  <ul>
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 | Price A = 74 900
-| ArmorT A = 57 062
+| ArmorT A = 57 064
 | Engine A = GM 300 XL
 | Weapons A =  <ul>
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 <li> [[EOptics]]
 <li> 0 [[DHS]]
-<li> 1 [[free tons]]
+<li> 1 [[free ton]]
 <li> 11.5t [[Armor]]
 </ul>
 | Price B = 80 300
-| ArmorT B = 57 062
+| ArmorT B = 57 064
 | Engine B = GM 300 XL
 | Weapons B =  <ul>
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 | Price E = 73 000
-| ArmorT E = 57 062
+| ArmorT E = 57 064
 | Engine E = GM 300 XL
 | Weapons E =  <ul>
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 | Price F = 72 100
-| ArmorT F = 57 062
+| ArmorT F = 57 064
 | Engine F = GM 300 XL
 | Weapons F =  <ul>
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 | Price G = 74 300
-| ArmorT G = 57 062
+| ArmorT G = 57 064
 | Engine G = GM 300 XL
 | Weapons G =  <ul>
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 | Armor INT = 3692
-| Version153 = 0.16.1
+| Version153 = 0.17.4
 }}

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 <li> 1x [[Blazer]]
 <li> 2x [[SSRM4]]
 <li> 1x [[B-Pod]]
 </ul>
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 ===Variant D===
-The heavy hitting pair of [[SSRM|SSRM4]]s and single [[SSRM|SSRM2]], provide excellent [[screen shake]] when [[chain fired]] and make the D a flexible [[brawler]] capable of [[staring]] or [[twisting]] as needed. The rather unique [[Blazer]] provides some mid-[[range]] punch and tank-hunting potential. The long [[recharge]] time of the Blazer would generally make the D a poor [[brawler]] but the ten streak SRMs go a long way toward accommodating the brawler role, if the pilot chooses that path. Generally, the D works better as a [[skirmisher]] especially since most of its weapons have a high [[burst damage]]. The D's quartet of [[LBX2|Lubalin Ballistics 2-X AutoCannons]] dish damage out to no less than 1350m and also have a [[damage multiplier]] against [[tanks]]. The four LBX2s only have about 80% of the burst damage of one [[LBX10|LB 10-X]] but have twice the range and have a 33% higher [[DPS]]. This isn't enough to make the D a sniper, unfortunately, but it does make the D quite flexible. Rounding the D out is the [[B-Pod]], which helps dealing with enemy [[Battle Armor]] that are too close to hit with the D's other weapons.
+The heavy hitting pair of [[SSRM|SSRM4]]s, providing excellent [[screen shake]] when [[chain fired]]. The rather unique [[Blazer]] provides some mid-[[range]] punch and tank-hunting potential. The long [[recharge]] time of the Blazer would generally make the D a poor [[brawler]], but the eight streak SRMs go a long way toward accommodating the brawler role, if the pilot chooses that path. Generally, the D works better as a [[skirmisher]]—especially since most of its weapons have a high [[burst damage]]. The D's quartet of [[LBX2|Lubalin Ballistics 2-X AutoCannons]] dish damage out to no less than 1350m and also have a [[damage multiplier]] against [[tanks]]. The four LBX2s only have about 80% of the burst damage of one [[LBX10|LB 10-X]] but have twice the range and have a 33% higher [[DPS]]. This isn't enough to make the D a sniper, but it does make the D quite flexible. Rounding the D out is the [[B-Pod]], which helps dealing with enemy [[Battle Armor]] that are too close to hit with the D's other weapons.
 ===Variant E===

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 {{Commentbox
-| Comment1=A rather fun and versatile loadout to use. Here's a possible strategy: Dive towards an enemy and force them back with the DPS of the RAC5 and laser array. The time spent shooting the RAC should let you lock-on with the NARC and mark an enemy. Turn away and move into cover, then fire your LRMs around the corner as the RAC cools down. If your opponent took cover, the LRMs can still reach them with the NARC. If they decide to chase you down, you can  fire LRMs while running away, though they may not always hit.<br>
+| Comment1=A rather fun and versatile loadout to use. Here's a possible strategy: Dive towards an enemy and force them back with the DPS of the RAC5 and laser array. The time spent shooting the RAC5 should let you lock-on with the NARC and mark an enemy. Turn away and move into cover, then fire your LRMs around the corner as the RAC5 cools down. If your opponent took cover, the LRMs can still reach them with the NARC. If they decide to chase you down, you can  fire LRMs while running away, though they may not always hit.<br>
 The RAC5 and LRM15 should be given a free ton each. You'll find yourself running out of LRM ammo more often while self-NARCing, and the RAC5 is ammo-hungry in general. Dedicating both tons to the RAC5 or one to the NARC might be appealing, but I find the Argus's armor doesn't last long enough for a double RAC5 reload or NARC reload to be relevant.
 | Writer1= - Xcalibur}}

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 ===Prime===
-The Argus prime is a solid mech mounting both short and long range weaponry for a flexible engagement role. The right arm houses the almighty [[RAC5]] as well as 3 [[ERSL|extended range small laser]]s while the left arm mounts a [[LRM15]]. Twin [[ERML|extended range medium lasers]] are mounted in the torso. Three tons of ammo keep the Argus prime on the battlefield for extended combat periods while its [[LAMS|laser anti-missile system]] gives this tough mech even more survivability. Antagonizing an enemy at the long range of 1000m with the LRM15 is effective but the prime really shines at ranges from 600m to 350m, where most of its weapons can be brought to bear save the three [[ERSL]] which will kick in only past 400m. Mechwarriors need to keep a close eye on heat levels as 2 [[DHS|double heat sink]]s are insufficient for a constant barrage.<br>
+The Argus prime is a solid mech mounting both short and long range weaponry for a flexible engagement role. The right arm houses the almighty [[RAC5]] as well as 3 [[ERSL|extended range small laser]]s, while the left arm mounts an [[LRM15]] and [[NARC]] launcher. Twin [[ERML|extended range medium lasers]] are mounted in the torso, and a [[B-Pod]] is strapped to the legs. Antagonizing an enemy at the long range of 1000m with the LRM15 is tempting, but the prime really shines from 600m to 350m, where most of its weapons can be brought to bear save the three [[ERSL]] which will kick in only past 400m. The NARC helps negate enemy cover and the LRM15's long lock-on time while also assisting your team.<br>
-The selling point of this mechs is not so much having an firing solution for ranges 1000m to hug distance, but the fact that it can effectively counter BA with it's direct fire weapons as well with its [[B-Pod]] while packing a heavy punch with it's guided missiles launcher.
+Mechwarriors need to keep a close eye on heat levels as 2 [[DHS|double heat sink]]s are insufficient for a constant barrage. Two [[free tons]] for the RAC5 and LRM15 keep the Prime on the battlefield for extended combat periods while its [[LAMS|laser anti-missile system]] gives this tough mech even more survivability.
 ===Variant A===

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 | Armor B = 5128
 | Armor LRA = 5235
 | Armor INT = 3692
-| Version153 = 0.15.3
+| Version153 = 0.16.1
 }}

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 </ul>
-| Price D = 74 100
+| Price D = 75 400
 | ArmorT D = 58 663
 | Engine D = GM 300 XL
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 | Armor LRL = 6153
-| Version149 = 0.14.9
+| Version153 = 0.15.3
 }}

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 | Weapons D =  <ul>
 <li> 4x [[LBX2]]
-<li> 1x [[Binary Laser Cannon]]
+<li> 1x [[Blazer]]
 <li> 2x [[SSRM4]]
 <li> 1x [[SSRM2]]