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{{Mech|
 
{{Mech|
 
| Image = File:Hellhound.png
 
| Image = File:Hellhound.png
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| ImageGif = File:Hellhound_spin.gif
 
| Class = Medium
 
| Class = Medium
 
| Faction = Clan
 
| Faction = Clan
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| Tickets = 8
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| Tickets = 7
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| Tier = ?
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| Tier = 7
 
| Tonnage = 50
 
| Tonnage = 50
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| Speed = ?
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| Speed = 97
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| SpeedWithMasc = ?
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| SpeedWithMasc =  
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| Rotation = ?
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| Rotation = 260
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| PitchStand = -?° to +?°
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| PitchStand = -34° to +50°
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| PitchCrouch = -?° to +?°
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| PitchCrouch = -35° to +60°
  
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| Price Prime = 79 600
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| Price Prime = 66 000
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| ArmorT Prime = 48 019
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| ArmorT Prime = 49 561
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| Engine Prime = ? STD
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| Engine Prime = 300 STD
 
| Weapons Prime = <ul>
 
| Weapons Prime = <ul>
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<li>2x [[CERMBL]]
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<li>1x [[CLPL]]
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<li>1x [[CERLBL]]
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<li>1x [[CSRM4]]
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<li>1x [[CLRM10]]
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<li>2x [[CERML]]
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<li>1x [[CSRM6]]
 
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip Prime = <ul>
 
| Equip Prime = <ul>
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
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<li>[[GECM]]
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<li>[[iJJ]]
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<li>[[MASC]]
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<li>3 [[DHS]]
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<li>5 [[DHS]]
 
 
<li>0 [[free tons]]
 
<li>0 [[free tons]]
 
<li>10t [[Armor]]
 
<li>10t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
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| Price A = 77 200
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| Price A = 59 200
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| ArmorT A = 48 019
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| ArmorT A = 48 061
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| Engine A = ? STD
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| Engine A = 300 STD
 
| Weapons A = <ul>
 
| Weapons A = <ul>
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<li>2x [[CERMBL]]
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<li>2x [[ATM3|ATM3 (HE)]]
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<li>2x [[CLRM5]]
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<li>3x [[CMPL]]
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<li>1x [[CERPPC]]
 
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip A = <ul>
 
| Equip A = <ul>
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<li>[[Eoptics]]
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<li>[[EOptics]]
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<li>[[MASC]]
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<li>4 [[DHS]]
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<li>7 [[DHS]]
 
 
<li>0 [[free tons]]
 
<li>0 [[free tons]]
 
<li>10t [[Armor]]
 
<li>10t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
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| Price B = 75 200
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| Price B = 77 300
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| ArmorT B = 48 019
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| ArmorT B = 52 274
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| Engine B = ? STD
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| Engine B = XL
 
| Weapons B = <ul>
 
| Weapons B = <ul>
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<li>6x [[HSL]]
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<li>1x [[CLBX10]]
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<li>1x [[HML]]
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<li>2x [[CSRM6]]
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<li>1x [[ATM6#High Explosive|ATM6 (HE)]]
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<li>4x [[CERSL]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip B = <ul>
 
| Equip B = <ul>
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<li>[[C3]]
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<li>[[EOptics]]
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<li>[[MASC]]
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<li>[[JJ]]
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<li>6 [[DHS]]
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<li>[[AECM]]
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<li>0 [[free tons]]
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<li>2 [[DHS]]
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<li>10t [[Armor]]
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<li>1 [[free ton]]
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<li>10.5t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
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| Price C = 73 800
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| Price C = 62 500
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| ArmorT C = 48 019
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| ArmorT C = 50 774
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| Engine C = ? STD
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| Engine C = 300 STD
 
| Weapons C = <ul>
 
| Weapons C = <ul>
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<li>4x [[CERSBL]]
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<li>3x [[HML]]
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<li>1x [[CDSSRM4]]
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<li>3x [[CLRM5]]
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<li>1x [[CUAC5]]
 
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip C = <ul>
 
| Equip C = <ul>
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<li>[[AECM]]
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<li>[[EOptics]]
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<li>[[MASC]]
 
 
<li>4 [[DHS]]
 
<li>4 [[DHS]]
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<li>2 [[free tons]]
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<li>0 [[free tons]]
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<li>10t [[Armor]]
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<li>10.5t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
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| Price D = 76 200
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| Price D = 78 100
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| ArmorT D = 48 019
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| ArmorT D = 46 848
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| Engine D = ? STD
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| Engine D = XL
 
| Weapons D = <ul>
 
| Weapons D = <ul>
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<li>3x [[CSPL]]
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<li>1x [[HLL]]
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<li>1x [[CLPL]]
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<li>1x [[ATM12 |ATM12 (Std)]]
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<li>1x [[CLRM10]]
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<li>4x [[MG]]
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<li>1x [[CNARC]]
 
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip D = <ul>
 
| Equip D = <ul>
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
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<li>[[MASC]]
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<li>[[JJ]]
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<li>6 [[DHS]]
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<li>[[BHP]]
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<li>[[C3]]
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<li>2 [[DHS]]
 
<li>1 [[free ton]]
 
<li>1 [[free ton]]
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<li>10t [[Armor]]
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<li>9.5t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
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| Price E = 73 300
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| Price E = 59 600
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| ArmorT E = 48 019
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| ArmorT E = 49 275
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| Engine E = ? STD
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| Engine E = 300 STD
 
| Weapons E = <ul>
 
| Weapons E = <ul>
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<li>4x [[Mgun]]
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<li>2x [[CERML]]
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<li>2x [[ATM3#Extended Range|ATM3 (ER)]]
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<li>3x [[ATM3|ATM3 (Std)]]
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<li>1x [[HAG20]]
 
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip E = <ul>
 
| Equip E = <ul>
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
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<li>[[MASC]]
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<li>[[iJJ]]
 
<li>2 [[DHS]]
 
<li>2 [[DHS]]
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<li>1 [[free tons]]
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<li>0 [[free tons]]
 
<li>10t [[Armor]]
 
<li>10t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
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| Price F = 71 300
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| Price F = 74 000
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| ArmorT F = 48 019
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| ArmorT F = 45 348
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| Engine F = ? STD
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| Engine F = 300 STD
 
| Weapons F = <ul>
 
| Weapons F = <ul>
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<li>2x [[HML]]
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<li>1x [[CERPPC]]
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<li>1x [[CUAC10]]
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<li>3x [[CERSL]]
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<li>1x [[CSRM4]]
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<li>4x [[HMG]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip F = <ul>
 
| Equip F = <ul>
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
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<li>[[MASC]]
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<li>[[GECM]]
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<li>2 [[DHS]]
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<li>[[iJJ]]
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<li>1 [[free ton]]
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<li>4 [[DHS]]
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<li>10t [[Armor]]
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<li>0 [[free tons]]
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<li>9.5t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
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| Price G = 79 000
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| Price G = 65 600
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| ArmorT G = 49 621
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| ArmorT G = 45 348
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| Engine G = ? STD
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| Engine G = 300 STD
 
| Weapons G = <ul>
 
| Weapons G = <ul>
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<li>3x [[Mgun]]
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<li>1x [[HAG20]]
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<li>1x [[CERLBL]]
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<li>4x [[HSL]]
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<li>1x [[CLRM15]]
 
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<li>1x [[CLRM10]]
 
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<li>1x [[TAG]]
 
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip G = <ul>
 
| Equip G = <ul>
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
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<li>[[MASC]]
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<li>0 [[DHS]]
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<li>[[C3]]
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<li>1 [[free tons]]
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<li>3 [[DHS]]
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<li>9.5t [[Armor]]
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<li>0 [[free tons]]
 
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<li>10t [[Armor]]
 
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
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| Armor H = ?
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| Pods = LE
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| Armor CT = ?
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| Armor H = 2760
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| Armor LRT = ?
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| Armor CT = 6785
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| Armor B = ?
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| Armor LRT = 4410
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| Armor LRA = ?
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| Armor B = 4071
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| Armor INT = ?
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| Armor LRA = 3901
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| Armor LRL = ?
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| Armor LRL = 5190
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| Armor INT = 3114
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| Armor LE = 2714
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| Version = 0.11.3
 
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The '''Hellhound''' or '''Conjurer''' is a medium Mech built by the [[Clans]] with [[Engines#Standard Engine|STD]] engine installed on all chassis, designed for frontline combat. Speed is sacrificed in favor of lower price and increased survivability
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The '''Conjurer''' - otherwise known as the '''Hellhound''' to [[Inner Sphere]] forces - is a [[Clan]] medium mech designed for frontline combat. Speed is sacrificed for lower price and increased survivability, helped in part by the usage of a [[Engines#Standard Engine|Standard]] engine. All units are equipped with [[EOptics|Enhanced Optics]] and a ground speed of 97 km/h. Relatively cheap for a clan chassis, it bridges the affordability gap between the high-end clan light mechs and the clan mediums. The Conjurer is also notable for its battlefield longevity, as all variants mount between 9.5 and 10.5 tons of armor, and are equipped with a standard engine, meaning that damage done to a destroyed side torso does not get a multiplier when it is applied to the center torso. This fact, combined with the lack of weapon mounts on the side torsos, make them particularly poor targets on this chassis, and skilled pilots should look to use them to soak damage when possible. The weapon mounts are spread across the center torso, the arms, and a pair of shoulder racks, making it generally inefficient to target individual weapon systems on this chassis, despite the relatively thin armor on those components.
  
  
 
==Roles and Gameplay Hints==
 
==Roles and Gameplay Hints==
 
===Prime===
 
===Prime===
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Being quite fast and sporting a diverse array of weapons, the Prime version is a great harasser unit, damaging enemies from long range with the [[LRM10]] and the [[cERLBL|ER Large Beam Laser]], but also able to somewhat defend itself at shorter distances with twin [[cERMBL|ER Medium Beam Lasers]] and the [[SRM6]]. Its a proficient scout, with a [[GECM]] suite that makes detection difficult and, like all Black Lanners, a [[MASC]] for quick tactical repositioning.
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The [[CLPL]] was a weapon of disbelief and much aggravation to the Inner Sphere opponents during the invasion era, and rightly so - incredible pinpoint damage at 850 m means remote surgery at a range where few other weapons can easily compete. Add the motion augmenting equipment, and it means this variant can reach positions where a only few units can reach you and successfully retaliate.<br>
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The two [[CERML]] reach to 700 m, serving as backup weapons, and the [[CSRM4]] will provide leverage should the fight close to knife distance.<br>
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The bulk of the fire power being energy based and reaching at least to 700m could designate this unit as an energy-boat skirmisher with missiles as a cooler backup weapon, but it can also fill the roll of a jump sniper as well (I.E. a ''"poptart"'').
  
 
===Variant A===
 
===Variant A===
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The best harasser among the Black Lanner variants, it has long range, and it can use its speed to perform hit-and-run tactics. Its equipped with a [[cERPPC]] amd twin [[cLRM5]]s. Two [[cERMBL|extended range medium beam lasers]] can be used for short-range defense and medium to long range attacking, 7 Double Heatsinks help to keep some of the heat in check. In packs or along with other similar-equipped 'Mechs it can cause serious damage.
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This vicious close range powerhouse packs 3 [[CMPL]] for precision midrange attacks and 2 [[ATM3|ATM3(HE)]] for scathing close combat. This variant is a terror for against smaller assets with its ability to get into close range, deal high damage, and survive in a brawl for long periods of time. The only saving grace for the opposition is that this Hellhound often has its radar on to use its ATMs against more mobile targets meaning both teams will likely be aware of the fight making it a bad assassin brawler and more of a rank and file soldier unit for larger teamfights.
  
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===Variant B - ''"SunnyD"''===
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===Variant B===
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This is the energy focused, aptly named "''SunnyD''" Lanner that wants to come close and personal. The combination of the [[cHML|Heavy Medium Laser]], [[ATM6|ATM 6 High Explosive]] and six [[cHSL|Heavy Small Lasers]] can dish out amazing damage, although at the expense of heavy heat, which the 6 Double Heat Sinks have difficulty dealing with. It also cannot engage at long range, needing to search for cover when facing long range units. It sports a [[C3]] unit, allowing it to operate as a forward scout for missile boats and other allied units. One of the favorite tactics used by the SunnyD's pilots is to dash into combat at top speed, deliver a massive [[Gameplay_Tactics#Alpha_Strike|alphastrike]] on an unsuspecting opponent and sprint back into cover while the weapons recharge.
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This variant is a powerhouse inside 450 m. Even with its [[LBX10]] destroyed, the quad [[ERSL]] battery deals large laser damage with half the cooldown and significantly less heat. The [[JJ]]s allows this unit to get in alpha strikes over hills, buildings, and other low cover, and the [[AECM]] allows this units to provide radar cover for its allies, while posing a close range threat to anyone that moves in on those under the radar umbrella.
  
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===Variant C===
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===Variant C - ''"MadMouse"''===
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A well-rounded support-skirmisher, it can deploy the [[cUAC5|ultra-autocanon 5]] at long ranges, and then use its impressive speed to close in and finish the opposition with the quad [[cERSBL|Extended Range Small Beam Laser]] battery and the [[cDSSRM4|Dual Streak SRM4]].  An [[AECM]] provides nearby teammates with ECM support and disables enemy [[NARC]] missiles. The Black Lanner C really shines when supporting its team as it doesn't have the outright punch on its own.
 
  
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===Variant D===
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Tough as nails with an extra half ton of armor, and packing a tremendous punch in its own weight class in any range.<br>
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The ultimate drive-by support mech. The tip of the spear is the [[NARC|cNARC]] launcher, allowing allied missile boats to engage out of the enemy line of fire, making this Black Lanner an important support asset. Offensively, it mounts a single [[cLRM10]], 3 [[cSPL]]s, and a single [[cLPL]], giving it a moderate amount of firepower. Although it can intercept and run down most mechs, it can't dish out enough damage in a prolonged combat. Pilots are urged to use the extra ton of ammo for the NARC launcher.
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The three [[CLRM5]] launchers apply both steady DPS and considerable screen shake, and once the three [[HML]]s are brought to bear, the enemy will be relieved of any component put in harms way.<br>
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Trading mobility for endurance and heavy punch, this unit reaps the fruits of the latter two, although care must be taken not to fall victim to the former. The armor level is not sufficient for prolonged engagements against similarly priced Inner Sphere heavy Mechs.<br>
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Surprisingly, this variant is actually rather weak in a knife-fight brawl, preferring to stay at the 300-400 m range where its lasers and missles can more easily find their targets. Care must be taken not to allow a fast enemy asset to close withing the 30 m minimum range envelope of the [[CLRM]] launchers, as it will deny the pilot a considerable part of her damage output. Additionally a wary opponent that gets in close may shrug off several [[HML]] volleys by a mix of jump jets, [[MASC]], and torso twisting. As this chassis has no mobility equipment, it will be difficult to get back in LRM range once an opponent is on you.
  
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===Variant E - ''"Airsoft"''===
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===Variant D - ''"Stink Eye"''===
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Newly remodeled, the Black Lanner E variant now mounts a good one-two ultra long range punch with twin [[ATM3#Extended_Range|ATM3 (ER)]] and a [[HAG20]], reaching over 1200m. When caught in close range, it can utilize MASC to break distance, and resume long range offensive operations. Four [[Mgun|Machine guns]] give the mech some anti-Battlearmor and anti-aircraft utility. The E variant also fully uses [[EOptics]], allowing for greater accuracy at long ranges.
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''"Stink Eye"'' is yet another non typical clan design right there. [[Jump Jets|Augmented mobility]] coupled with [[C3]] means spying and treachery by it self. Provided you have the guts to run your [[BHP|Radar Hot]]. And hot it will be - thanks to the [[BHP|Blood Hound Probe]] shedding light to those hidden away enemy [[APC|APCs]], or other small radar profile targets, moreover your C3 will rely them further to your team. That feat alone makes this asset a valuable addition to its lance or team.<br>
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Enter weapons:<br>
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The [[HLL|Heavy Large Laser]] will direly tax both the scarce 2 [[DHS]] as well as the armor on the receiving end. Something that will mandate a lot of getting used to, especially as the [[ATM12]] launcher will generate even more heat to dissipate. The comfort comes from the trusty [[MG|Machine Gun]] array, that boasts 4 of them. Free of ammo, free of heat and reaching as far as 1600 meter if you don't care for actual damage. If you do care, watch to employ up to 250 meter as that is where their damage is still in full effect.<br>
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A second liner you aren't likely catching off guard, valuable scout and avid money printer. Keep an eye on heat levels at all times and shine proudly at those BA spewing APCs!<br>
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===Variant E===
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A Clan classic if there ever was one. Two [[CERML]], three [[ATM3]] and lo and behold - [[iJJ|Improved Jump Jets]]!<br>
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If you take care of where you stand and note how the battle is progressing, if you engage only aerial targets, and if you use your CERML sparingly for the occasional finishing blow, you might not even notice how hot this unit gets when used as a skirmisher.<br>
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Skirmishers should jump out of cover, fire the laser battery, wait for the ATMs to lock on, and launch during the fall into cover. Take care not to fire them under the 120 m minimum range and apply coolant to stay off the yellow line. Turning and twisting damaged components out of harms way will allow the pilot to get in a few more volleys before being forced to repair.<br>
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The [[ATM3]]s will likely be ready to fire by the time the jump jets have recharged, allowing for a near constant stream of fire. This is a decent mech for the price and it's common to see them live long enough to be sold at base for a net gain.
  
 
===Variant F===
 
===Variant F===
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Operating at medium range, the Black Lanner F is able to bring a [[cUAC10|Ultra Autocannon 10]] and twin [[cHML|heavy medium lasers]]. At close range, a single [[cSRM4|SRM4]] launcher can help dispatch battlearmor with its splash damage. Being the least expensive Black Lanner, it does best when keeping its opponents at medium range, maximizing its survival chance by being a more difficult target to hit due to its high speed.
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With a gunload resembling that of a certain popular Solitare variant, but packing substantially more armor and close range punch with its [[HMG]]s. Its [[CERPPC]] provides fearsome punch at all ranges and its [[CERSL]]s dig into wounded components nicely. This Hellhound's versatility is highlighted by its [[GECM]] and [[IJJ]] giving it tons of options for how it approaches and engages targets, making it a tricky combatant to pin down when coupled with the Hellhound's signature toughness. A powerful generalist that excels at nothing but isn't bad at anything either makes for a flexible mech capable of adapting to a dynamic engagement without need to rearm or rebuy.
  
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===Variant G===
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===Variant G - ''"Bayonet"''===
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A stand-off Mech utilising almost exclusively longe range weaponry, the Black Lanner G is a support/scout hybrid. It is equally comfortable ferreting out non hidden enemy units with its [[C3|C3 computer]] and sharing the data, as it is with guiding in missiles from allied units or launching them itself, utilizing the [[TAG]] and twin LRM launchers, a [[CLRM15]] and a [[CLRM10]] mounted on the chassis. Further long range enemy harassment is done by its [[ERLBL|extended range large beam laser]] and triple [[Mgun|machine guns]].
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Armed with the mighty [[HAG20]], this mech is capable of putting out some serious damage in the early to mid stages of the game. However, it's true calling and namesake is pairing that at close range with its array of 4 [[CHSL|Heavy Small Lasers]] which in tandem with its main gun are capable of putting serious hurt even on larger mechs. Coupled with the Hellhound's trademark survivability, it has plenty of opportunities to apply it's damage at both short and long ranges. This unit is perhaps must at home when contributing its [[HAG20]] damage to a larger firing line, then breaking off to dive a weakened enemy, and using its armor to return to its own line.  
  
 
==History==
 
==History==
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Added in version 0.11.0, as first Clan mech with [[Engines#Standard Engine|Standard Engine]]
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The Hellhound was confirmed for release with update version 0.11.0, notably being the first Clan mech utilizing a [[Engines |Standard Engine]].
  
 
==Canon==
 
==Canon==
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The 2829 Conjurer (Codenamed the Hellhound by the Inner Sphere nations) is a fast, inexpensive medium BattleMech that excels at medium to short range. As befitting its status as a second-line 'Mech, the Conjurer uses a standard engine, though it is constructed on an Endo Steel chassis and uses eight and a half tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor. Its jump jets enable it to leap up to 180 meters at a time.
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The 2829 Conjurer (codenamed the Hellhound by the Inner Sphere nations) is a fast, inexpensive medium BattleMech that excels at medium to short range. As befits its status as a second-line 'Mech, the Conjurer uses a Standard engine, though it is constructed on an Endo-Steel chassis and uses eight and a half tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor. Its [[Jump Jets]] enable it to leap up to 180 meters at a time.
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Of note is that the Conjurer is, for all intents and purposes, the Wolverine IIC and was even reported as such by ComStar in early sightings, presumably for its obvious heritage; it was designed off the WVR-7H Wolverine II variant of the original Wolverine, taking the concept and rebuilding it with advanced technology in the fashion of a IIC rebuild. However the Clans would not retain the name of the Not-Named Clan for the redesigned 'Mech.
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Year introduced: 2829, during the "Early Succession Wars" era (2781 - 2900)
  
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It is noteworthy that the Conjurer is, for all intents and purposes, the Wolverine IIC and was even reported as such by ComStar in early sightings, presumably for its obvious heritage; it was designed off the WVR-7H Wolverine II variant of the original Wolverine, taking the concept and rebuilding it with advanced technology in the fashion of a IIC rebuild.[3] However the Clans would not retain the name of the Not-Named Clan for the redesigned 'Mech.
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Unit Role: Skirmisher
  
 
[http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Conjurer_(Hellhound) BattleTech Reference]
 
[http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Conjurer_(Hellhound) BattleTech Reference]
  
 
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Revision as of 19:43, 1 March 2020

Hellhound
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Class: Medium Mech
Faction: Clan
Ticket cost: 7 upon destruction
Tier: 7
Tonnage: 50 tons
Speed: 97 km/h
Torso yaw: 260°
Torso pitch: -34° to +50° while standing.
-35° to +60° while crouching.
Variant Armament
Variant Weapons Equipment
Prime:
Price: 66 000 CBills
Total armor: 49 561
Engine Size: 300 STD
A:
Price: 59 200 CBills
Total armor: 48 061
Engine Size: 300 STD
B:
Price: 77 300 CBills
Total armor: 52 274
Engine Size: XL
C:
Price: 62 500 CBills
Total armor: 50 774
Engine Size: 300 STD
D:
Price: 78 100 CBills
Total armor: 46 848
Engine Size: XL
E:
Price: 59 600 CBills
Total armor: 49 275
Engine Size: 300 STD
F:
Price: 74 000 CBills
Total armor: 45 348
Engine Size: 300 STD
G:
Price: 65 600 CBills
Total armor: 45 348
Engine Size: 300 STD
Armor Points Distribution
LE
BT
HD
LA
LL
LT
CT
RT
RA
RL
INT
2714
4071
2760
3901
3901
5190
4410
6785
4410
3901
5190
3114

All stats current as of release 0.15.3

The Conjurer - otherwise known as the Hellhound to Inner Sphere forces - is a Clan medium mech designed for frontline combat. Speed is sacrificed for lower price and increased survivability, helped in part by the usage of a Standard engine. All units are equipped with Enhanced Optics and a ground speed of 97 km/h. Relatively cheap for a clan chassis, it bridges the affordability gap between the high-end clan light mechs and the clan mediums. The Conjurer is also notable for its battlefield longevity, as all variants mount between 9.5 and 10.5 tons of armor, and are equipped with a standard engine, meaning that damage done to a destroyed side torso does not get a multiplier when it is applied to the center torso. This fact, combined with the lack of weapon mounts on the side torsos, make them particularly poor targets on this chassis, and skilled pilots should look to use them to soak damage when possible. The weapon mounts are spread across the center torso, the arms, and a pair of shoulder racks, making it generally inefficient to target individual weapon systems on this chassis, despite the relatively thin armor on those components.


Roles and Gameplay Hints

Prime

The CLPL was a weapon of disbelief and much aggravation to the Inner Sphere opponents during the invasion era, and rightly so - incredible pinpoint damage at 850 m means remote surgery at a range where few other weapons can easily compete. Add the motion augmenting equipment, and it means this variant can reach positions where a only few units can reach you and successfully retaliate.
The two CERML reach to 700 m, serving as backup weapons, and the CSRM4 will provide leverage should the fight close to knife distance.
The bulk of the fire power being energy based and reaching at least to 700m could designate this unit as an energy-boat skirmisher with missiles as a cooler backup weapon, but it can also fill the roll of a jump sniper as well (I.E. a "poptart").

Variant A

This vicious close range powerhouse packs 3 CMPL for precision midrange attacks and 2 ATM3(HE) for scathing close combat. This variant is a terror for against smaller assets with its ability to get into close range, deal high damage, and survive in a brawl for long periods of time. The only saving grace for the opposition is that this Hellhound often has its radar on to use its ATMs against more mobile targets meaning both teams will likely be aware of the fight making it a bad assassin brawler and more of a rank and file soldier unit for larger teamfights.

Variant B

This variant is a powerhouse inside 450 m. Even with its LBX10 destroyed, the quad ERSL battery deals large laser damage with half the cooldown and significantly less heat. The JJs allows this unit to get in alpha strikes over hills, buildings, and other low cover, and the AECM allows this units to provide radar cover for its allies, while posing a close range threat to anyone that moves in on those under the radar umbrella.

Variant C - "MadMouse"

Tough as nails with an extra half ton of armor, and packing a tremendous punch in its own weight class in any range.
The three CLRM5 launchers apply both steady DPS and considerable screen shake, and once the three HMLs are brought to bear, the enemy will be relieved of any component put in harms way.
Trading mobility for endurance and heavy punch, this unit reaps the fruits of the latter two, although care must be taken not to fall victim to the former. The armor level is not sufficient for prolonged engagements against similarly priced Inner Sphere heavy Mechs.
Surprisingly, this variant is actually rather weak in a knife-fight brawl, preferring to stay at the 300-400 m range where its lasers and missles can more easily find their targets. Care must be taken not to allow a fast enemy asset to close withing the 30 m minimum range envelope of the CLRM launchers, as it will deny the pilot a considerable part of her damage output. Additionally a wary opponent that gets in close may shrug off several HML volleys by a mix of jump jets, MASC, and torso twisting. As this chassis has no mobility equipment, it will be difficult to get back in LRM range once an opponent is on you.

Variant D - "Stink Eye"

"Stink Eye" is yet another non typical clan design right there. Augmented mobility coupled with C3 means spying and treachery by it self. Provided you have the guts to run your Radar Hot. And hot it will be - thanks to the Blood Hound Probe shedding light to those hidden away enemy APCs, or other small radar profile targets, moreover your C3 will rely them further to your team. That feat alone makes this asset a valuable addition to its lance or team.
Enter weapons:
The Heavy Large Laser will direly tax both the scarce 2 DHS as well as the armor on the receiving end. Something that will mandate a lot of getting used to, especially as the ATM12 launcher will generate even more heat to dissipate. The comfort comes from the trusty Machine Gun array, that boasts 4 of them. Free of ammo, free of heat and reaching as far as 1600 meter if you don't care for actual damage. If you do care, watch to employ up to 250 meter as that is where their damage is still in full effect.
A second liner you aren't likely catching off guard, valuable scout and avid money printer. Keep an eye on heat levels at all times and shine proudly at those BA spewing APCs!

Variant E

A Clan classic if there ever was one. Two CERML, three ATM3 and lo and behold - Improved Jump Jets!
If you take care of where you stand and note how the battle is progressing, if you engage only aerial targets, and if you use your CERML sparingly for the occasional finishing blow, you might not even notice how hot this unit gets when used as a skirmisher.
Skirmishers should jump out of cover, fire the laser battery, wait for the ATMs to lock on, and launch during the fall into cover. Take care not to fire them under the 120 m minimum range and apply coolant to stay off the yellow line. Turning and twisting damaged components out of harms way will allow the pilot to get in a few more volleys before being forced to repair.
The ATM3s will likely be ready to fire by the time the jump jets have recharged, allowing for a near constant stream of fire. This is a decent mech for the price and it's common to see them live long enough to be sold at base for a net gain.

Variant F

With a gunload resembling that of a certain popular Solitare variant, but packing substantially more armor and close range punch with its HMGs. Its CERPPC provides fearsome punch at all ranges and its CERSLs dig into wounded components nicely. This Hellhound's versatility is highlighted by its GECM and IJJ giving it tons of options for how it approaches and engages targets, making it a tricky combatant to pin down when coupled with the Hellhound's signature toughness. A powerful generalist that excels at nothing but isn't bad at anything either makes for a flexible mech capable of adapting to a dynamic engagement without need to rearm or rebuy.

Variant G - "Bayonet"

Armed with the mighty HAG20, this mech is capable of putting out some serious damage in the early to mid stages of the game. However, it's true calling and namesake is pairing that at close range with its array of 4 Heavy Small Lasers which in tandem with its main gun are capable of putting serious hurt even on larger mechs. Coupled with the Hellhound's trademark survivability, it has plenty of opportunities to apply it's damage at both short and long ranges. This unit is perhaps must at home when contributing its HAG20 damage to a larger firing line, then breaking off to dive a weakened enemy, and using its armor to return to its own line.

History

The Hellhound was confirmed for release with update version 0.11.0, notably being the first Clan mech utilizing a Standard Engine.

Canon

The 2829 Conjurer (codenamed the Hellhound by the Inner Sphere nations) is a fast, inexpensive medium BattleMech that excels at medium to short range. As befits its status as a second-line 'Mech, the Conjurer uses a Standard engine, though it is constructed on an Endo-Steel chassis and uses eight and a half tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor. Its Jump Jets enable it to leap up to 180 meters at a time. Of note is that the Conjurer is, for all intents and purposes, the Wolverine IIC and was even reported as such by ComStar in early sightings, presumably for its obvious heritage; it was designed off the WVR-7H Wolverine II variant of the original Wolverine, taking the concept and rebuilding it with advanced technology in the fashion of a IIC rebuild. However the Clans would not retain the name of the Not-Named Clan for the redesigned 'Mech.

Year introduced: 2829, during the "Early Succession Wars" era (2781 - 2900)

Unit Role: Skirmisher

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