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| − | The Locust IIC is the fast light mech. The mech however, is weak in terms of armor and can easily be destroyed if the pilot is over confident. Built by the [[Clans]] with [[Engines#Standard Engine|STD]] engine installed on all chassis, designed for Hit & Run combat. | + | The '''Locust IIC''' is a [[Clan]] light mech, confirmed for release with upcoming version 0.11.0. While it carries considerably low armor for a light mech, it makes up for this with its high movement speed and hit-and-run weapons loadouts. |
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| − | The Prime is probably one of the best Solitaires available. Its [[cHLL]] gives it a high-heat, high-exposure, high-damage medium-range punch. The Prime also mounts 3 [[cHSL]]s in its arms and side torso as backup weapons. At 4 [[DHS]]es, the highest number of any Solitaire, the Prime can only barely handle its heat. Being equipped with only heavy lasers means that the Prime is forced to face its opponent for extended periods of time denying the Prime the ability to torso twist after each volley to conceal it's main gun. The Prime works best when used in concert with other mechs that can soak up damage for it.
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| − | The A is also a hot-running mech like the Prime. Instead of a [[cHLL]], the A is equipped with a [[cLPL]] giving it a 850m range, far beyond the Prime's 600m range. For short-range the A has 3 [[cSRM2]]s. The pin-point accuracy of the A's weapons make it excellent for shooting off arms and focusing individual components, or killing [[Battle Armor]] using the SRMs in a chain-fire configuration. Clever use of the A's [[iJJ|improved Jump Jets]] enable it to kite slow enemies until support can arrive.
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| − | In effect the most manoeuvrable variant, if not the fastest ground unit, period, Solitaire B augments its blinding speed with [[MASC]] and [[JJ|Jump Jets]]. Using its agility to discreetly get into a spotting vantage point, it's capable of using its [[TAG]] to designate targets for friendly artillery units. Its main armament is a [[cERLBL]] capable of pinpoint strikes to 900m out, a range . Backing that up are a pair of [[cSPL]] for point defence and two [[MG|Machineguns]] for long range harassment and increased protection against BA. All in all its weaponry isn't very threatening, but it's the superior choice compared to the C variant, the only other Solitaire equipped with MASC. It's not uncommon to see it as a starter in TC, picked by players hoping to get the first cap. Its two [[DHS]] have no chance of managing the careless use all of its equipment and weaponry.
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| − | The C variant is the flamer boat of the bunch. One of the three Solitaires equipped with [[MASC]], it is capable of reaching the fastest land speeds in the game (212kph), leading itself well to fast initial caps, or stealthy backcap duty. Its armament consists of four [[Flamers]] meant for overheating heat intensive opponents, making some of the heavier clan assets especially attractive targets if singled out. Pilots should keep in mind that overheating enemies counts as them killing themselves, resulting in no extra points for the flamer boat. This is somewhat alleviated by the variant's pair of [[ATM|ATM3(HE)]] that allow you to lay your claim on the damage percentage dealt on the enemy, despite not being a straight on threatening weapon. All in all this is a very situational asset, dedicated to annoying enemies by having them frantically reach for the coolant button while covering their line of sight in flames and shaking their screen with missiles.
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| − | What used to be a variant carrying an oversized [[LBX20]] was scaled down to keep with build rules and common sense. Solitaire D now carries a single [[LBX10]], not as powerful as its predecessor but always reliable. A pair of [[cERSBL|Small Lasers]] and two [[MG|Machineguns]] provide backup firepower for the mid to close range engagements it will find itself in, and are a collective nightmare for approaching [[BA|Battle Armour]]. Compared to the other Solitaires it generates minimal heat, but at the same time doesn't sport any heatsinks besides those supplied with its reactor. Forgoing flashy weaponry or fancy equipment it is afforded an 0.5 ton of armour while making it the cheapest solitaire, allowing the user to donate significant sums to fellow players at game start.
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| − | The Solitaire E is one of the best snipers out of all light mechs. The E mounts a [[CERPPC|Clan Extended Range PPC]] and [[Jump_Jets|Standard Jump Jets]], which allow for very long range [[Gameplay Tactics#Poptarting|poptarting]]. It carries on the Solitaire tradition by mounting an array of close range weapons, including some 3 [[cERSBL]]s and 2 [[MG|Machine Guns]] for hunting battle armor.
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| − | This variant of the Solitaire trades direct firepower and armor for an unparalleled movement suite with its [[MASC]] and the [[GECM]] to move unnoticed. Its [[cERSBL]]s and [[cMPL]]s allow it to silently remove enemy rear torsos in between bouts of sneaking onto objectives.
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| − | While most Solitaires opt for dropping a high alpha strike and scurrying out of the fray, this one has significantly more sustain with its [[UAC5]] enabling it to have significantly higher DPS, especially coupled with its fast recycling [[SSRM2]]s assisting in close engagements. A single [[cERMBL]] keeps the Solitaire's burst alpha somewhat relevant at 700m as well.
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One of the best known BattleMechs in the Inner Sphere for its low production and operation costs, the Locust is also well known in the Clans. In 2832, Clan Mongoose unleashed an upgraded version of the venerable 'Mech on the Clans, known as the Locust IIC. The speedy design complemented Mongoose tactics, enabling them to win many Trials. When Clan Smoke Jaguar absorbed the Mongooses, they became the owners of the production line on Circe. This subsequently fell to Clan Jade Falcon following the de facto annihilation of the Jaguars. In addition to those three Clans, Clan Wolf has often used the Locust IIC as a garrison unit. Since it is a second-line unit Inner Sphere MechWarriors rarely see it in action.
Date Introduced 2832 during the Era known as "Early Succession War" (2781 - 2900) - Unit Role: Stricker
