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Bird Thing: v0.19.1 infobox stats update pass; Prime

2026-03-30T01:56:01Z

v0.19.1 infobox stats update pass; Prime

Xcalibur: /* Variant Prime */ added player comment

2025-10-25T04:25:20Z

‎Variant Prime: added player comment

Bird Thing: infobox stats check pass v0.17.4

2024-12-28T02:57:18Z

infobox stats check pass v0.17.4

Bird Thing: infobox stats update pass (0.16.1)

2023-07-27T17:09:41Z

infobox stats update pass (0.16.1)

Eve The Dragon: standardizing equipment order

2022-04-09T16:10:22Z

standardizing equipment order

Ouch: /* Variant F */ fluff

2021-05-16T15:41:58Z

‎Variant F: fluff

Sabrist: 0.14 update

2021-04-06T15:44:20Z

0.14 update

Snow Gibbon: Redo some mediocre stuff on my best article

2021-02-24T10:45:57Z

Redo some mediocre stuff on my best article

Sabrist at 19:09, 16 October 2020

2020-10-16T19:09:37Z

Sabrist: 0.13.1 update

2020-10-16T19:07:29Z

0.13.1 update

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 | PitchCrouch = -35° to +55°
-| Price Prime = 103 650
+| Price Prime = 104 650
 | ArmorT Prime = 75 076
 | Engine Prime = Pitban XL 240
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 <li>[[BAP]]
 <li>[[LAMS]]
-<li>10 [[DHS]]
+<li>11 [[DHS]]
-<li>1 [[free ton]]
+<li>0 [[free tons]]
 <li>15.5t [[Armor]]
 </ul>
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 </ul>
-| Price B = 98 500
+| Price B = 102 500
 | ArmorT B = 75 076
 | Engine B = Pitban XL 240
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 | Armor INT = 5108
-| Version153 = 0.17.4
+| Version153 = 0.19.1
 }}
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 ===Prime===
-The Awesome Prime carries a trio of [[ERPPC]]s as its main array of weapons, allowing the Mech to inflict serious damage out to 900m. The large burst damage and long recharge time for the ERPPCs allow the Awesome pilot to slip in and out of cover and deal damage easily, though pilots should be aware of the Mech's sluggish acceleration and opt to circle in and out of cover rather than moving backwards and forwards with the throttle alone. When caught in the open, pilots should [[Gameplay_Tactics#Twisting_and_Damage_Spreading|torso twist away]] from the enemy in between ERPPC barrages to make best use of this Awesome's superior armor coverage. With an array of 10 [[Double Heat Sinks]], the Prime can fire its ERPPCs nearly continuously, barely inching over the critical heat line. The Prime mounts a [[Beagle Active Probe]], extending the Mech's radar range, allowing pilots to detect targets well before reaching firing range and giving them time to find a vantage point. Furthermore, [[Eoptics|enhanced optics]] allows easier sniping. At short range, the Prime can bring a [[MPL|Medium Pulse Laser]] and a [[SSRM4|Streak SRM4]] to bear. While only a small deterrence to most vehicles, these weapons, along with [[B-Pod]], help protect the Awesome against [[Battle Armor]] - A blast of four SRMs at a Battle Armor's feet as it lands are certain to kill it.
+The Awesome Prime carries a trio of [[ERPPC]]s as its main array of weapons, allowing the Mech to inflict serious damage out to 900m. The large burst damage and long recharge time for the ERPPCs allow the Awesome pilot to slip in and out of cover and deal damage easily, though pilots should be aware of the Mech's sluggish acceleration and opt to circle in and out of cover rather than moving backwards and forwards with the throttle alone. When caught in the open, pilots should [[Gameplay_Tactics#Twisting_and_Damage_Spreading|torso twist away]] from the enemy in between ERPPC barrages to make best use of this Awesome's superior armor coverage. With an array of 11 [[Double Heat Sinks]], the Prime can fire its ERPPCs nearly continuously, barely inching over the critical heat line. The Prime mounts a [[Beagle Active Probe]], extending the Mech's radar range, allowing pilots to detect targets well before reaching firing range and giving them time to find a vantage point. Furthermore, [[Eoptics|enhanced optics]] allows easier sniping. At short range, the Prime can bring a [[MPL|Medium Pulse Laser]] and a [[SSRM4|Streak SRM4]] to bear. While only a small deterrence to most vehicles, these weapons, along with [[B-Pod]], help protect the Awesome against [[Battle Armor]] - A blast of four SRMs at a Battle Armor's feet as it lands are certain to kill it.
 {{Commentbox
-| Comment1=The right arms holds an ERPPC and the MPL, while the left arm only has the SSRM4. Keep this in mind while torso twisting, or while fighting enemies in this mech.
+| Comment1=The right arm holds an ERPPC and the MPL, while the left arm only has the SSRM4. Keep this in mind while torso twisting, or while fighting enemies in this mech.
 | Writer1= - Xcalibur}}

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 ===Prime===
 The Awesome Prime carries a trio of [[ERPPC]]s as its main array of weapons, allowing the Mech to inflict serious damage out to 900m. The large burst damage and long recharge time for the ERPPCs allow the Awesome pilot to slip in and out of cover and deal damage easily, though pilots should be aware of the Mech's sluggish acceleration and opt to circle in and out of cover rather than moving backwards and forwards with the throttle alone. When caught in the open, pilots should [[Gameplay_Tactics#Twisting_and_Damage_Spreading|torso twist away]] from the enemy in between ERPPC barrages to make best use of this Awesome's superior armor coverage. With an array of 10 [[Double Heat Sinks]], the Prime can fire its ERPPCs nearly continuously, barely inching over the critical heat line. The Prime mounts a [[Beagle Active Probe]], extending the Mech's radar range, allowing pilots to detect targets well before reaching firing range and giving them time to find a vantage point. Furthermore, [[Eoptics|enhanced optics]] allows easier sniping. At short range, the Prime can bring a [[MPL|Medium Pulse Laser]] and a [[SSRM4|Streak SRM4]] to bear. While only a small deterrence to most vehicles, these weapons, along with [[B-Pod]], help protect the Awesome against [[Battle Armor]] - A blast of four SRMs at a Battle Armor's feet as it lands are certain to kill it.
 ===Variant A===

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 <li>[[LAMS]]
 <li>10 [[DHS]]
-<li>1 [[free tons]]
+<li>1 [[free ton]]
 <li>15.5t [[Armor]]
 </ul>
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 <li>[[EOptics]]
 <li>7 [[DHS]]
-<li>2 [[free ton]]
+<li>2 [[free tons]]
 <li>15t [[Armor]]
 </ul>
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 </ul>
 | Equip B = <ul>
-<li> [[EOptics]]
+<li>[[EOptics]]
-<li> [[GECM]]
+<li>[[GECM]]
 <li>5 [[DHS]]
 <li>2 [[free tons]]
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 <li>[[GECM]]
 <li>[[EOptics]]
-<li>1 [[LAMS]]
+<li>[[LAMS]]
 <li>14 [[HS]]
 <li>0 [[free tons]]
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 <li>[[EOptics]]
 <li>15 [[DHS]]
-<li>1 [[free tons]]
+<li>1 [[free ton]]
 <li>16t [[Armor]]
 </ul>
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 <li>[[GECM]]
 <li>3 [[DHS]]
-<li>4 [[free ton]]
+<li>4 [[free tons]]
 <li>15t [[Armor]]
 </ul>
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 | Armor INT = 5108
-| Version153 = 0.16.1
+| Version153 = 0.17.4
 }}

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 | Armor INT = 5108
-| Version140 = 0.14.0
+| Version153 = 0.16.1
 }}

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 </ul>
 | Equip E = <ul>
 <li>[[BAP]]
 <li>4 [[DHS]]
 <li>2 [[free tons]]

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 ===Variant F===
-{{fluff}}
+This Awesome is another permutation of the A variant, downgrading it's energy weapon compliment to add tonnage to its ballistic and missile armaments. Replacing the EPPCs with a quad [[RAC2]] & triple [[LRM|LRM5]] provides a comparable damage output while trading range for better heat management. With a more heat and ammo efficient build, more tonnage is devoted to defensive capabilities, bringing the variant up to the standard 15 tons of armor and fitting a GECM unit. These refits bring some unique benefits to the Mech to help it excel in its support role. The LRM trio can be chainfired to frustrate attackers with screenshake while the [[GECM]] suite protects against counter-LRM fire. Four [[Free tons]] will keep it well-fed.
 ===Variant G - ''"Nutcracker"''===

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 </ul>
-| Price D = 98 500
+| Price D = 99 500
 | ArmorT D = 78 920
 | Engine D = Pitban XL 240
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 | Equip D = <ul>
 <li>[[EOptics]]
-<li>14 [[DHS]]
+<li>15 [[DHS]]
 <li>1 [[free tons]]
 <li>16t [[Armor]]
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 </ul>
-| Price F = 95 700
+| Price F = 97 500
-| ArmorT F = 75 076
+| ArmorT F = 73 471
 | Engine F = Pitban XL 240
 | Weapons F = <ul>
-<li>4x [[ERML]]
+<li>4x [[RAC2]]
-<li>1x [[Gauss]]
+<li>3x [[LRM5]]
 </ul>
 | Equip F = <ul>
 <li>[[EOptics]]
 <li>[[GECM]]
-<li>5 [[DHS]]
+<li>3 [[DHS]]
-<li>1 [[free ton]]
+<li>4 [[free ton]]
-<li>15.5t [[Armor]]
+<li>15t [[Armor]]
 </ul>
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 | Armor INT = 5108
-| Version130 = 0.13.1
+| Version140 = 0.14.0
 }}
 The '''Awesome''' is a fast [[Inner Sphere]] [[Assault Mech]] with a focus on medium to long range combat. The characteristics of the Awesome, with a lower price point and good speed for its weight class, may be better compared those of a [[Heavy Mech]]. However, it distinguishes itself with exceptional armor coverage, featuring a smaller than average profile for it's weight class and more armor than even some [[Clan]] Assault Mechs. The Awesome's firepower is usually based on a heavy reliance on [[Energy Weapons]], backed up by large arrays of [[Heat Sinks]] to enable it to lay down continuous barrages with little worry for ammo depletion or heat buildup. Combined with specialized [[Ballistic Weapons|Ballistics]] or [[Missile Weapons|Missiles]], and its good speed and armor, the Awesome makes for a rugged and adaptable Mech. However, this is not without some weaknesses. The Awesome has a limited torso [[twist]] and somewhat poor maneuverability, leaving the Mech open to being easily flanked by fast vehicles. Combined with a substandard weapon array compared to it's Assault class cousins, an over-confident Awesome pilot may find themselves hopelessly swarmed if caught flat-footed. To be most effective and mitigate these problems, the Awesome should be piloted with cunning, maintaining maximum range when possible and utilising [[GECM|Guardian ECM]] and [[Passive Radar]] to remain hidden while punishing enemies from afar with sustained barrages, and treating it's superior armor as a tool to outlast counter-fire rather than as a battle-line juggernaut. It should be noted that the Awesome's weapons are mounted in a horizontal line spread across arms and side torsos making it more difficult to render an Awesome combat-ineffective, but this also means that the Awesome can be vulnerable to enemy fire before it can fire back due to the relatively low placement of its weapons.
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 ===Variant D===
-The Awesome D is a mid-range attacker that exemplifies the Awesome's role as an energy-heavy, sustained-damage support asset. This Mech's primary armament is a trio of [[LXPL|Large X-Pulse Lasers]] that can shear off significant armor over time at a decent range. To enable sustained firing of these massive heat generators, a staggering array of 14 Double Heat Sinks can dissipate tremendous amounts of heat, massively reducing the time spent between bursts and even enabling continuous fire in cold environments. Rounding out the armament is a single [[MRM20| Medium Range Missile Launcher 20]], capable of sandpapering off decent amounts of armor at a time and exposing weaknesses in armor to focus upon with laser fire. The key to using this asset is to take the flank of the main firefight under Passive Radar and exploit weak, distracted or stationary enemies, sapping their armor and assisting friendly brawlers. Do not try to take the brunt of the fight yourself - while this variant sports an extra ton of armor over most other Awesomes, this is not sufficient to counter its inability to spread damage while staring with X-Pulse fire.
+The Awesome D is a mid-range attacker that exemplifies the Awesome's role as an energy-heavy, sustained-damage support asset. This Mech's primary armament is a trio of [[LXPL|Large X-Pulse Lasers]] that can shear off significant armor over time at a decent range. To enable sustained firing of these massive heat generators, a staggering array of 15 Double Heat Sinks can dissipate tremendous amounts of heat, massively reducing the time spent between bursts and even enabling continuous fire in cold environments. Rounding out the armament is a single [[MRM20| Medium Range Missile Launcher 20]], capable of sandpapering off decent amounts of armor at a time and exposing weaknesses in armor to focus upon with laser fire. The key to using this asset is to take the flank of the main firefight under Passive Radar and exploit weak, distracted or stationary enemies, sapping their armor and assisting friendly brawlers. Do not try to take the brunt of the fight yourself - while this variant sports an extra ton of armor over most other Awesomes, this is not sufficient to counter its inability to spread damage while staring with X-Pulse fire.
 ===Variant E===
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 ===Variant F===
 This Awesome is another permutation of the A variant, downgrading it's energy weapon compliment to add tonnage to its ballistic and missile armaments. Replacing the Large Laser trio is a quartet of [[ERML|ER Medium Lasers]], keeping a comparable damage output while trading range for better heat management. Using the spared tonnage, the Light Gauss is upgraded to a standard [[Gauss|Gauss Rifle]] and the LRM launcher is replaced with a pair of [[LRM10]] launchers. With a more heat and ammo efficient build, more tonnage is devoted to defensive capabilities, bringing the variant up to the standard 15.5 tons of armor and fitting a GECM unit. These refits bring some unique benefits to the Mech to help it excel in its support role. The LRM pair can be chainfired to frustrate attackers with screenshake while the GECM suite protects against counter-LRM fire, and the Gauss Rifle deals significantly more damage than its lighter counterpart while possessing slightly better range than it's brother variant's ER Large Lasers. To reach its best damage potential, this Mech must close to 600m to bring the Medium Lasers to bear, which can be used in a final push to take a base but not in an open engagement where it can be easily outgunned at range.
 ===Variant G - ''"Nutcracker"''===
 The aptly named '''"Nutcracker"''' is a medium to short-ranged Awesome variant that sustains high damage output over time. At 700m the Awesome G is able to open up with a pair of torso mounted [[PPC]]s, useful for softening up damaged targets before closing to unleash a pair of deadly [[RAC5|Rotary AC5s]], which do the brunt of the high DPS shredding. This combination of weaponry is extremely potent, as the [[RAC5|Rotary ACs]] can burn through torso sides with focused fire, while the splash damage of a follow-up [[PPC]] blast can still hit destroyed torso sides even if the enemy attempts to hide their damaged components. Against heavier targets, pilots can exploit the screen shake caused by [[PPC]]s by chain-firing them with the Autocannons, maximizing damage output while reducing the enemy's ability to return it. 4 [[free tons]] for Autocannon ammo allows the Mech to fire with impunity, though with only 7 additional low-tech [[Heat Sink|Single Heat Sinks]], firing the PPCs too readily will lead to dangerous heat buildup. Lacking any other electronics, the Awesome G is unsuited to flanking maneuvers. Instead, it should form part of a main battle line during base assaults, using its heavy armor and significant DPS to overwhelm and destroy defenders. [[B-Pod]] helps finishing off hurt [[Battle Armor]]s.
 ==Canon==

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 <!--Fluff current for 0.13.0-->
-The '''Awesome''' is a fast [[Inner Sphere]] [[Assault Mech]] with a focus on medium to long range combat. The characteristics of the Awesome, with a lower price point and good speed for its weight class, may be better compared those of a [[Heavy Mech]]. However, it distinguishes itself with exceptional armor coverage, featuring a smaller than average profile for it's weight class and more armor than even some [[Clan]] Assault Mechs. The Awesome's firepower is usually based on a heavy reliance on [[Energy Weapons]], backed up by large arrays of [[Heat Sinks]] to enable it to lay down continuous barrages with little worry for ammo depletion or heat buildup. Combined with specialized [[Ballistic Weapons|Ballistics]] or [[Missile Weapons|Missiles]], and its good speed and armor, the Awesome makes for a rugged and adaptable Mech. However, this is not without some weaknesses - The Awesome has a limited torso [[twist]] and somewhat poor maneuverability, leaving the Mech open to being easily flanked by fast vehicles. The Awesome also has a large head hitbox, and pilots should [[Gameplay_Tactics#Twisting_and_Damage_Spreading|twist their torsos away]] from the enemy when not firing to avoid damage to this component. It should be noted that the Awesome's weapons are mounted in a horizontal line on arms and side torsos making it more difficult to render an Awesome combat-ineffective, but this also means that the Awesome can be vulnerable to enemy fire before it can fire back due to the relatively low placement of its weapons.
+The '''Awesome''' is a fast [[Inner Sphere]] [[Assault Mech]] with a focus on medium to long range combat. The characteristics of the Awesome, with a lower price point and good speed for its weight class, may be better compared those of a [[Heavy Mech]]. However, it distinguishes itself with exceptional armor coverage, featuring a smaller than average profile for it's weight class and more armor than even some [[Clan]] Assault Mechs. The Awesome's firepower is usually based on a heavy reliance on [[Energy Weapons]], backed up by large arrays of [[Heat Sinks]] to enable it to lay down continuous barrages with little worry for ammo depletion or heat buildup. Combined with specialized [[Ballistic Weapons|Ballistics]] or [[Missile Weapons|Missiles]], and its good speed and armor, the Awesome makes for a rugged and adaptable Mech. However, this is not without some weaknesses. The Awesome has a limited torso [[twist]] and somewhat poor maneuverability, leaving the Mech open to being easily flanked by fast vehicles. Combined with a substandard weapon array compared to it's Assault class cousins, an over-confident Awesome pilot may find themselves hopelessly swarmed if caught flat-footed. To be most effective and mitigate these problems, the Awesome should be piloted with cunning, maintaining maximum range when possible and utilising [[GECM|Guardian ECM]] and [[Passive Radar]] to remain hidden while punishing enemies from afar with sustained barrages, and treating it's superior armor as a tool to outlast counter-fire rather than as a battle-line juggernaut. It should be noted that the Awesome's weapons are mounted in a horizontal line spread across arms and side torsos making it more difficult to render an Awesome combat-ineffective, but this also means that the Awesome can be vulnerable to enemy fire before it can fire back due to the relatively low placement of its weapons.
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 ===Variant A===
-One of the cheaper & least armored Awesomes, this variant is geared towards long range combat aided by its [[EOptics | Enhanced Optics]] and is particularly effective against faster targets. Three [[ERLBL | ER Large Lasers]] forms the bulk of this Awesome's equipment, and can deliver highly accurate 1665.27 damage at a maximum range of 800m. This is backed up with a single [[LRM15]], which can lock on to moving targets. These weapon systems combined allows this Awesome to easily deal considerable damage to lights and mediums, though requires some additional battlefield awareness on the behalf of the pilot - LRMs require time to lock on and travel to their target, who may enter cover before they arrive, and lasers require time on target to discharge their full damage potential. Thus, pilots should deploy this Awesome in open areas to make best use of its weapons systems. The load-out is rounded out by one [[LtGauss]], which has a reach of 1250m and the lowest damage profile without the large heat build-up. This is fortunate, as the Mech's array of 7 Double Heat Sinks do not allow for continuous firing of the lasers as they stand.
+One of the cheaper Awesomes, this variant is geared towards long range combat aided by its [[EOptics | Enhanced Optics]] and is particularly effective against faster targets and aircraft. Three [[ERLBL | ER Large Lasers]] forms the bulk of this Awesome's equipment, and can deliver highly accurate damage at a maximum range of 800m. This is backed up with a single [[LRM15]], which can lock on to moving targets. These weapon systems combined allows this Awesome to easily deal considerable damage to lights and mediums, though requires some additional battlefield awareness on the behalf of the pilot - LRMs require time to lock on and travel to their target, who may enter cover before they arrive, and lasers require time on target to discharge their full damage potential. Thus, pilots should deploy this Awesome in open areas to make best use of its weapons systems. The load-out is rounded out by a single [[LtGauss|Light Gauss Rifle]], enabling it to gain first strike against most other enemies and punish those trying to escape it's most effective range.
 ===Variant B===
-The B variant is a capable short and medium range brawler that can often take on heavier and more expensive Assaults. The mech's primary armament is a pair of [[UAC10|Ultra AC10s]]. While possessing somewhat slower rate of fire than a single [[UAC20|Ultra AC20]], a staple armament on most short range brawlers, it makes up for the lost damage output with greater range, allowing it to place the first strike before entering short range combat. However, the slow rate of fire and relatively slow bullet velocity of the Ultra AC10 make shots on fast moving targets difficult. To remedy this, the Awesome B also mounts four accurate [[MPL|Medium Pulse Lasers]] that can sear off components on lighter vehicles with ease, and will cause significant damage to heavier armor as well. A [[GECM|Guardian ECM]] suite allows this Awesome to remain hidden until just before it reaches firing range, and protects the ungainly Mech against LRM assets. Five double heat sinks are adequate under most circumstances, though desperate firefights will require pilots to use small amounts of [[Coolant]] to stay below critical levels.
+The B variant is a capable short and medium range brawler that breaks from the Awesome's typical support role profile. The mech's primary armament is a pair of [[UAC10|Ultra AC10s]]. While lacking the sheer stopping power of true brawler autocannons like the [[UAC20|Ultra AC20]], it makes up for the lost damage output with greater range, fire rate and shell velocity, allowing it to place the first strike before entering short range combat and making it able to better engage fast moving targets like Light Mechs and aircraft. After blowing holes in the enemy armor from afar, the Awesome B can close and engage with four accurate [[MPL|Medium Pulse Lasers]] that can sear off components with ease. A Guardian ECM suite allows this Awesome to remain hidden until just before it reaches firing range, and protects the ungainly Mech against LRM assets. Five double heat sinks are adequate under most circumstances, though desperate firefights will require pilots to use small amounts of [[Coolant]] to stay below critical levels.
 ===Variant C===
-This variant uses low-tech equipment and carries a simple but deadly loadout of four [[PPC|PPCs]] and an array of 14 [[Heat Sink|Single Heat Sinks]], making for a powerful mid-range support vehicle. The low heat of the standard PPCs (compared to ERPPCs or Clan ERPPCs) combined with the large array of heat sinks allow this Awesome chain-fire constantly, and permits patient pilots to alpha strike somewhat regularly. Pilots should opt to use chain-fire to maximise screen shake, reducing the enemy's ability to fire back and cause damage. Pilots should circle and angle their undamaged torso sides to the enemy while waiting for their PPCs to recharge in order to spread what damage the enemy manages to inflict. When operating as a support Mech for other Heavies or Assaults, the Awesome C should make use of its [[GECM|Guardian ECM]] suite or [[Passive Radar]] and attack stealthily from the flanks. Pilots should be careful not to reach a critical heat level by firing too readily, as the heat spike will reveal their location on Radar. To counter this, pilots should use the time in between volleys to relocate to remain hidden, cooling down on route.
+This variant uses low-tech equipment and carries a simple but deadly loadout of four [[PPC|PPCs]] and an array of 14 [[Heat Sink|Single Heat Sinks]], making for a powerful mid-range support vehicle. The low heat of the standard PPCs (compared to ERPPCs or Clan ERPPCs) combined with the large array of heat sinks allow this Awesome chain-fire constantly, and permits patient pilots to an occaisional alpha strike. Pilots should opt to use chain-fire to maximise screen shake, reducing the enemy's ability to fire back and cause damage. Pilots should circle and angle their undamaged torso sides to the enemy while waiting for their PPCs to recharge in order to spread what damage the enemy manages to inflict. When operating as a support Mech for other Heavies or Assaults, the Awesome C should make use of its Guardian ECM suite or Passive Radar and attack stealthily from the flanks. Pilots should be careful not to reach a critical heat level by firing too readily, as the heat spike will reveal their location on Radar. To counter this, pilots should use the time in between volleys to relocate to remain hidden, cooling down on route.
 ===Variant D===
-The Awesome D is a mid-priced, mid-range mech, capable against light and heavy targets. The primary damage comes from a single [[MRM20|Medium Range Missile Launcher 20]], while somewhat difficult to aim, they are very effective against large and slow targets such Assaults and Heavy Mechs. Imagine the look on your opponent's face as 20 missile bear down on them. A Trio of [[LXPL|Large X-Pulse Lasers]] with indefinite firing capability can accurately whittle down armor at a decent range and are more than sufficient to deter light assets from coming closer. [[EOptics|Enhanced Optics]] allow this unit to pick it's target, a good thing considering 64.8 KPH cruising speed. 14 [[DHS|Double Heat Sinks]] provides for constant laser output in a fire fight but a watchful eye on your temperature is still mandated. Rounding this unit out is 1 [[Free ton|Extra Ton]] of Ammo for the missiles.
+The Awesome D is a mid-range attacker that exemplifies the Awesome's role as an energy-heavy, sustained-damage support asset. This Mech's primary armament is a trio of [[LXPL|Large X-Pulse Lasers]] that can shear off significant armor over time at a decent range. To enable sustained firing of these massive heat generators, a staggering array of 14 Double Heat Sinks can dissipate tremendous amounts of heat, massively reducing the time spent between bursts and even enabling continuous fire in cold environments. Rounding out the armament is a single [[MRM20| Medium Range Missile Launcher 20]], capable of sandpapering off decent amounts of armor at a time and exposing weaknesses in armor to focus upon with laser fire. The key to using this asset is to take the flank of the main firefight under Passive Radar and exploit weak, distracted or stationary enemies, sapping their armor and assisting friendly brawlers. Do not try to take the brunt of the fight yourself - while this variant sports an extra ton of armor over most other Awesomes, this is not sufficient to counter its inability to spread damage while staring with X-Pulse fire.
 ===Variant E===
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 ===Variant F===
-This Awesome sports a quartet of [[ERML]]s with range of 600m, and a single [[Gauss]] rifle reaching out till 900m. The dual [[LRM10]]s do decent damage up to 1000m. Avoiding any moot point, this variants key strength might lye in its 15,5 tons of armor. While the enemy is occupied in whittling it down, the pilot is advised to make and exploit any weakness in the foe - using it's best with the provided weapons.<br>
+This Awesome is another permutation of the A variant, downgrading it's energy weapon compliment to add tonnage to its ballistic and missile armaments. Replacing the Large Laser trio is a quartet of [[ERML|ER Medium Lasers]], keeping a comparable damage output while trading range for better heat management. Using the spared tonnage, the Light Gauss is upgraded to a standard [[Gauss|Gauss Rifle]] and the LRM launcher is replaced with a pair of [[LRM10]] launchers. With a more heat and ammo efficient build, more tonnage is devoted to defensive capabilities, bringing the variant up to the standard 15.5 tons of armor and fitting a GECM unit. These refits bring some unique benefits to the Mech to help it excel in its support role. The LRM pair can be chainfired to frustrate attackers with screenshake while the GECM suite protects against counter-LRM fire, and the Gauss Rifle deals significantly more damage than its lighter counterpart while possessing slightly better range than it's brother variant's ER Large Lasers. To reach its best damage potential, this Mech must close to 600m to bring the Medium Lasers to bear, which can be used in a final push to take a base but not in an open engagement where it can be easily outgunned at range.
 ===Variant G - ''"Nutcracker"''===

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 | Armor H = 2760
-| Armor CT = 11871
+| Armor CT = 11129
-| Armor LRT = 7716
+| Armor LRT = 7234
-| Armor B = 7123
+| Armor B = 6677
-| Armor LRA = 6826
+| Armor LRA = 6399
-| Armor LRL = 9081
+| Armor LRL = 8514
-| Armor INT = 5449
+| Armor INT = 5108
 | Version130 = 0.13.1