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| Price A = 39 500
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| ArmorT A = 17 055
 
| ArmorT A = 17 055
 
| Engine A = Fusion 110  
 
| Engine A = Fusion 110  
 
| Weapons A = <ul>
 
| Weapons A = <ul>
 
<li>1x [[CMPL]]
 
<li>1x [[CMPL]]
<li>1x [[CLRM15]]
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<li>1x [[LRM15]]
 
<li>1x [[TAG]]
 
<li>1x [[TAG]]
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<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
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| Engine C = Fusion 110  
 
| Engine C = Fusion 110  
 
| Weapons C = <ul>
 
| Weapons C = <ul>
<li>1x [[CERLBL]]
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<li>1x [[CERLL]]
<li>1x [[CERSBL]]
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<li>1x [[CERSL]]
 
<li>1x [[CNARC]]
 
<li>1x [[CNARC]]
 
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| Engine F = Fusion 110  
 
| Engine F = Fusion 110  
 
| Weapons F = <ul>
 
| Weapons F = <ul>
<li>3x [[CLBX2]]
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<li>2x [[CLBX2]]
 
<li>1x [[ATM6#Extended Range|ATM6 (ER)]]
 
<li>1x [[ATM6#Extended Range|ATM6 (ER)]]
 
<li>1x [[TAG]]
 
<li>1x [[TAG]]
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| Engine G = Fusion 110  
 
| Engine G = Fusion 110  
 
| Weapons G = <ul>
 
| Weapons G = <ul>
<li>2x [[CERMBL]]
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<li>2x [[CERML]]
 
<li>1x [[ATM6#Standard|ATM6 (Std)]]
 
<li>1x [[ATM6#Standard|ATM6 (Std)]]
 
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</ul>
 
| Equip G = <ul>
 
| Equip G = <ul>
 
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[GECM]]
 
<li>[[GECM]]
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| Armor T = 3433
 
| Armor T = 3433
  
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The '''Hephaestus''' is a [[Clan]] light scouting and spotting [[Hovercraft]] introduced with MWLL 0.4. All variants are equipped with advanced electronics packages, allowing it to spot enemies early with [[BHP]] while remaining undetected itself using [[GECM]] or providing cover for friendly units with [[AECM]]. Every Hephaestus has a infantry bay that can carry up to one [[Battle Armor]] (unfortunately at this time the battle armor loses it's larger weapons when it enters the Hephaestus.)
 
The '''Hephaestus''' is a [[Clan]] light scouting and spotting [[Hovercraft]] introduced with MWLL 0.4. All variants are equipped with advanced electronics packages, allowing it to spot enemies early with [[BHP]] while remaining undetected itself using [[GECM]] or providing cover for friendly units with [[AECM]]. Every Hephaestus has a infantry bay that can carry up to one [[Battle Armor]] (unfortunately at this time the battle armor loses it's larger weapons when it enters the Hephaestus.)
  
 
==Roles and Gameplay Hints==
 
==Roles and Gameplay Hints==
 
===Prime===
 
===Prime===
A close range brawler, the prime is able to harass smaller mechs and tanks thanks to its twin [[CSPL|small]] and [[CMPL|medium pulse lasers]]. The Hephaestus prime is also one of the few early units with [[AECM]] allowing it to cover its allies from enemy [[NARC]]s all game and its fast enough to avoid most fire coming its way. One glaring weakness of the Hephaestus is its fast speed, while slower then a harasser it will still have trouble bringing its full damage on a single spot due to its high speed. It is a cheap brawler though and very well adapt to poking at partisans or other light units and should never be underestimated.
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A close range brawler, the prime is able to harass smaller mechs and tanks thanks to its twin [[CSPL|small]] and [[CMPL|medium pulse lasers]]. The Hephaestus prime is also one of the few early units with [[AECM]] allowing it to cover its allies from enemy [[NARC]]'s all game and its fast enough to avoid most fire coming its way. Moreover it relays information about [[Radar|nearby shut down mechs]] or [[APC]] data to allies, as well as any enemy [[Battle Armor]] in the vicinity. One glaring weakness of Hovercraft in general, and particularly this variant- is its handling. Difficulty focusing damage while remaining mobile across bumpy terrain is particularly felt with this loadout of precision weaponry.
  
 
===Variant A===
 
===Variant A===
A spotter, that trades one pulse laser and some armor for [[LRM]] and a [[TAG]]. Those allow it to give long range fire support or to use its speed and stealth to attack from long range, only to vanish into cover right afterwards. With its 2 [[free tons]] it can stay in the field long by itself.
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Extreme reach with a single [[cMPL]] for backup. This unit is all out to out reach any other in spotting and active radar tracking - lacking any electronic counter measures it trades it all for long range punch of the [[cLRM15]]. Should the [[TAG]] not be exploited by the team to the desired extent, this unit has more than enough to dish out by it's own. And quite for a while with the available two [[free tons| spare tons]] of reloads. Remember that clan LRM remain viable even in brawling distances!<br>
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This units fearsome [[BHP]] is best used to spot shut down mechs and APCs, and then [[TAG]] them to the rest of the team while remaining passive and on a safe distance.
  
 
===Variant B===
 
===Variant B===
Show time, face time and the pulse lasers...<br>
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While boasting the second highest damage output of the Hephaestus family - the 3 [[CSPL|cSPL]]s and [[ATM6#High Explosive|ATM6 (HE)]] require you to engage uncomfortably close to your enemies. The units one ton extra armor helps in this regard, but piloting this variant still requires constant focus on evasive maneuvering to be combat effective. However, pilots who can survive an extended stay on the battlefield reward their team with radar data from the onboard [[C3]], while sporting a reduced radar signature courtesy of the [[GECM]].  
This unit is all about staring - the 3 [[CSPL|cSPL]]s require time to whittle down armor - luckily with surgical accuracy - best used to swiftly deny the enemy of an primary weapon. The [[ATM6#High Explosive|ATM6 (HE)]] while insanely devastating, hardly can be guided to a particular component, yet it's screen-shake more than makes up for the fact. The units one ton thicker hide will augment it's staying power, so much needed for the pulse laser barrage to do it's job. The sole [[SHS|heatsink]] will mandate coolant flushing and significantly limit the firepower after a while. The [[GECM]] will negate the adverse effect of the [[C3]] somewhat, so it can rely the targeting info somewhat more relaxed to the nearby allies.<br>
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While quite capable in close quarters against most Light, and even some Medium [[Mech| Mech's]], this unit will find itself quickly overwhelmed if outnumbered or outranged. This variant is best used in tow of a larger mech to draw enemies attention, giving free reign to unleash your incredible firepower on a distracted target.
While quite capable to stand it's ground for a while, this unit will find itself overwhelmed pretty soon if it's damage potential isn't used savvy and in an efficient way. Best used under the parole ''"The runaways mother sheds no tears"''. Keep that in mind when buying this unit.
 
  
 
===Variant C===
 
===Variant C===
Only armed with 1 [[cERLBL]] for poking, 1[[cERSBL]] for defence and [[cNARC]], this variant is intended for a supporting role. It uses its [[AECM]] to provide cover for friendly units and the combination of [[C3]] and a [[BHP]] to feed them radar data far more detailed then they could gather themselves.
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This variant sports the least damage and armor of the Hephaestus variants, instead being dedicated to a support role. One of the more nimble [[AECM]] units of the game, paired with onboard [[BAP]] and [[C3]] ensure that your team is both informed on enemy position, while theirs is hidden from [[radar]]. The [[cNARC]] missile allows for marking an enemy target for allied missiles to home into, however it's own offensive capabilities are relatively limited. The single [[cERLL]] does allow you to contribute respectable damage that can be focused, even at range, directly into damaged components, and an additional [[cERSL]] comes in handy in emergencies against opposing [[Battle Armor]].
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While primarily used to bolster a [[Gameplay_Tactics#LRM_Camping|team built around long range missiles]] due to its [[cNARC]] and Radar suite. While any [[AECM]] unit is valuable, the [[Hephaestus#Prime|Prime Variant]] should be considered for supporting a more mixed team.
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In conjunction with the Hephaestus chassis' in ability to spawn and arm friendly [[Battle Armor]], there is a small niche for using this in supporting a squad of [[Battle Armor]]- considering the [[AECM]] make the already evasive units [[radar|radar invisible and untargetable]], while the [[BAP]] and [[C3]] ensures enemy [[Battle Armor]] are visible to all allies, and at an extended range, too.
  
 
===Variant D===
 
===Variant D===
D is hit and run variant. Because its twin [[cUAC5]]s jam on third salvo, its best to hide and wait for it to cool down. [[BAP]] and [[Eoptics]] should help with finding the right engagement.
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This is no skirmisher, it's weapons bordering on long range by 800m will hardly kill even the BA by a full burst. One has to work the damage in, or pick a nearly dead or severely crippled target. Being short of that, better be moving in a pack, or avoid engagement all together.<br>
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This unit is best suited for the patient sharpshooter capable to dish and kite. The [[BAP]] will give some 200m advantage in detecting nearby units.<br>
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An unspectacular yet cool starter - able to maintain its performance in most harsh environments and circumstances of most severe battlefield electronic lock down.
  
 
===Variant E===
 
===Variant E===
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===Variant F===
 
===Variant F===
The "F" there seems to stand for "Far". There is a sweet spot at 1300 meters where all of this variants weapons meet to bear at the extreme of long range. Out of reach of any lock-on missile and any radars not augmented by an Active Probe. The twin [[cLBX2]] and single [[ATM6#Extended Range|ATM6 (ER)]] guided by the 1350 meter reaching [[TAG]] will rain hurt while safe on the fringes of the battlefield. The allied guided missiles platforms will bring mutual benefit if the TAG does it's job right. Further, would an enemy try to break the distance, the care taken to position this unit properly will prove if the pilot has mastered the skill or still has lessons to learn. The free ton will spare the owner some time-loss when finally on the right spot.<br>
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The "F" there seems to stand for "Far".<br>
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There is a sweet spot at 1300 meters where all of this variants weapons meet to bear at the extreme of long range. Out of reach of any lock-on missile and any radars not augmented by some Active Probe. The twin [[cLBX2]] and single [[ATM6#Extended Range|ATM6 (ER)]] guided by the 1350 meter reaching [[TAG]] will rain hurt while safe on the fringes of the battlefield. The allied guided missiles platforms will bring mutual benefit if the TAG does it's job right. Further, would an enemy try to break the distance, the care taken to position this unit properly will prove if the pilot has mastered the skill or still has lessons to learn. The free ton will spare the owner some time-loss when finally on the right spot.<br>
 
Selling point for this unit is ''chance'' - do you have the wast distance to engage from? - as in the close quarters, especially would the foe come more intimate than 150 meter, this units pilot damn better start cursing the enemy - as there is really little ''injury'' the insults can be added to.
 
Selling point for this unit is ''chance'' - do you have the wast distance to engage from? - as in the close quarters, especially would the foe come more intimate than 150 meter, this units pilot damn better start cursing the enemy - as there is really little ''injury'' the insults can be added to.
  
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Few heatsinks short of an skirmisher, few hundred meters short of long range fire support, a few weapons short of a brawler, this unit leaves quite some to be desired. Yet still we seem to see many of them on the battlefield - what gives?<br>
 
Few heatsinks short of an skirmisher, few hundred meters short of long range fire support, a few weapons short of a brawler, this unit leaves quite some to be desired. Yet still we seem to see many of them on the battlefield - what gives?<br>
 
Team work. This unit is the best representative how proper teamwork augments firepower and performance:<br>
 
Team work. This unit is the best representative how proper teamwork augments firepower and performance:<br>
This one is made to be mid-range firesupport. The two [[cERMBL]]s and single [[ATM6]] launcher ideal range is around 600~700m. The [[GECM]] and [[BAP]] will both augment the radar for 200m while denying detection for further 200m to the enemies. Had this unit a ton to spare, it would equally well be spent for additional coolant flushes, ammo reloads and [[HS|heat skins]], yet it has none, so there is that.<br>
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This one is made to be mid-range firesupport. The two [[cERML]]s and single [[ATM6]] launcher ideal range is around 600~700m. The [[GECM]] and [[BAP]] will both augment the radar for 200m while denying detection for further 200m to the enemies. Had this unit a ton to spare, it would equally well be spent for additional coolant flushes, ammo reloads and [[HS|heat skins]], yet it has none, so there is that.<br>
 
If you have company you can count on, this unit will yield you quite some income if you use it wisely and efficiently. Are you, on the other hand, a lone rider, better seek another deal; You have been warned.
 
If you have company you can count on, this unit will yield you quite some income if you use it wisely and efficiently. Are you, on the other hand, a lone rider, better seek another deal; You have been warned.
  
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The first Hephaestus scouting tanks left assembly in 3064. They are being produced exclusively by Clan Hells Horses. Matching its reconnessaince role, it is equipped with a fixed Active Probe and has moderate protection through five tons of armor. Five ton of weaponry allow it to defend itself against lighter opponents.
 
The first Hephaestus scouting tanks left assembly in 3064. They are being produced exclusively by Clan Hells Horses. Matching its reconnessaince role, it is equipped with a fixed Active Probe and has moderate protection through five tons of armor. Five ton of weaponry allow it to defend itself against lighter opponents.
 
The prime configuration is designed for electronic warfare, carrying TAG and ECM.
 
The prime configuration is designed for electronic warfare, carrying TAG and ECM.
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Date Introduced 3064 during the Era known as "Civil War" (3062 - 3067) - Unit Role: Scout
  
 
[http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Hephaestus Battletech Reference]
 
[http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Hephaestus Battletech Reference]
  
 
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Revision as of 19:49, 30 August 2019

Hephaestus
Hephaestus.jpg
Hephaestus.jpg
Class: Hovercraft
Faction Clan
Ticket cost: 2 upon destruction
Tier: 4
Tonnage: 30 tons
Speed:

84 km/h

Turret rotation: 360°
Turret pitch: -10° to +70°
Variant Armament
Variant Weapons Equipment
Prime:
Price: 46 100 CBills
Total armor: 18 434
Engine: Fusion 110
A:
Price: 38 500 CBills
Total armor: 17 055
Engine: Fusion 110
B:
Price: 40 400 CBills
Total armor: 21 194
Engine: Fusion 110
C:
Price: 42 250 CBills
Total armor: 17 055
Engine: Fusion 110
D:
Price: 35 750 CBills
Total armor: 18 434
Engine: Fusion 110
E:
Price: 42 050 CBills
Total armor: 18 434
Engine: Fusion 110
F:
Price: 36 300 CBills
Total armor: 18 434
Engine: Fusion 110
G:
Price: 40 550 CBills
Total armor: 18 434
Engine: Fusion 110
Armor Points Distribution
H
L
R
F
T
B
1875
3029
3029
4039
3433
3029

All stats current as of release 0.15.3

The Hephaestus is a Clan light scouting and spotting Hovercraft introduced with MWLL 0.4. All variants are equipped with advanced electronics packages, allowing it to spot enemies early with BHP while remaining undetected itself using GECM or providing cover for friendly units with AECM. Every Hephaestus has a infantry bay that can carry up to one Battle Armor (unfortunately at this time the battle armor loses it's larger weapons when it enters the Hephaestus.)

Roles and Gameplay Hints

Prime

A close range brawler, the prime is able to harass smaller mechs and tanks thanks to its twin small and medium pulse lasers. The Hephaestus prime is also one of the few early units with AECM allowing it to cover its allies from enemy NARC's all game and its fast enough to avoid most fire coming its way. Moreover it relays information about nearby shut down mechs or APC data to allies, as well as any enemy Battle Armor in the vicinity. One glaring weakness of Hovercraft in general, and particularly this variant- is its handling. Difficulty focusing damage while remaining mobile across bumpy terrain is particularly felt with this loadout of precision weaponry.

Variant A

Extreme reach with a single cMPL for backup. This unit is all out to out reach any other in spotting and active radar tracking - lacking any electronic counter measures it trades it all for long range punch of the cLRM15. Should the TAG not be exploited by the team to the desired extent, this unit has more than enough to dish out by it's own. And quite for a while with the available two spare tons of reloads. Remember that clan LRM remain viable even in brawling distances!
This units fearsome BHP is best used to spot shut down mechs and APCs, and then TAG them to the rest of the team while remaining passive and on a safe distance.

Variant B

While boasting the second highest damage output of the Hephaestus family - the 3 cSPLs and ATM6 (HE) require you to engage uncomfortably close to your enemies. The units one ton extra armor helps in this regard, but piloting this variant still requires constant focus on evasive maneuvering to be combat effective. However, pilots who can survive an extended stay on the battlefield reward their team with radar data from the onboard C3, while sporting a reduced radar signature courtesy of the GECM. While quite capable in close quarters against most Light, and even some Medium Mech's, this unit will find itself quickly overwhelmed if outnumbered or outranged. This variant is best used in tow of a larger mech to draw enemies attention, giving free reign to unleash your incredible firepower on a distracted target.

Variant C

This variant sports the least damage and armor of the Hephaestus variants, instead being dedicated to a support role. One of the more nimble AECM units of the game, paired with onboard BAP and C3 ensure that your team is both informed on enemy position, while theirs is hidden from radar. The cNARC missile allows for marking an enemy target for allied missiles to home into, however it's own offensive capabilities are relatively limited. The single cERLL does allow you to contribute respectable damage that can be focused, even at range, directly into damaged components, and an additional cERSL comes in handy in emergencies against opposing Battle Armor.

While primarily used to bolster a team built around long range missiles due to its cNARC and Radar suite. While any AECM unit is valuable, the Prime Variant should be considered for supporting a more mixed team.

In conjunction with the Hephaestus chassis' in ability to spawn and arm friendly Battle Armor, there is a small niche for using this in supporting a squad of Battle Armor- considering the AECM make the already evasive units radar invisible and untargetable, while the BAP and C3 ensures enemy Battle Armor are visible to all allies, and at an extended range, too.

Variant D

This is no skirmisher, it's weapons bordering on long range by 800m will hardly kill even the BA by a full burst. One has to work the damage in, or pick a nearly dead or severely crippled target. Being short of that, better be moving in a pack, or avoid engagement all together.
This unit is best suited for the patient sharpshooter capable to dish and kite. The BAP will give some 200m advantage in detecting nearby units.
An unspectacular yet cool starter - able to maintain its performance in most harsh environments and circumstances of most severe battlefield electronic lock down.

Variant E

This scout is a brawler rather than a spotter. Lacking any automatic target relying equipment, short of the voice-coms of the pilot, this variant is closer to the spirit of reckon in force.
Once the enemy breaks the distance of the two HML range it will find him self in the land of hurt. The vary pilot is advised to break radar silence as soon as the enemy closes to the range of it's trusty cDSSRM4 launcher to benefit of the self homing salvos while the lasers reload. The disciplined warrior can dish out an nearly constant stream of hurt and sore should he opt to chain fire the lasers. Coupled with the swift and mobile nature of the Heph, one can stay out of the engagement window of most of the assets in game, save for the but few of the lightest and swiftest.
The 4 SHS are quite enough for its weapons heat. The BAP will provide 200m head start versus most opponents and GECM will deny additional 200m off from the prying enemy radars netting some 400m of radar advantage - nothing to sneeze at.
Selling point? Are you kidding me? Or, are you all out of c-bills and only paying a mere tourist visit to the shop?

Variant F

The "F" there seems to stand for "Far".
There is a sweet spot at 1300 meters where all of this variants weapons meet to bear at the extreme of long range. Out of reach of any lock-on missile and any radars not augmented by some Active Probe. The twin cLBX2 and single ATM6 (ER) guided by the 1350 meter reaching TAG will rain hurt while safe on the fringes of the battlefield. The allied guided missiles platforms will bring mutual benefit if the TAG does it's job right. Further, would an enemy try to break the distance, the care taken to position this unit properly will prove if the pilot has mastered the skill or still has lessons to learn. The free ton will spare the owner some time-loss when finally on the right spot.
Selling point for this unit is chance - do you have the wast distance to engage from? - as in the close quarters, especially would the foe come more intimate than 150 meter, this units pilot damn better start cursing the enemy - as there is really little injury the insults can be added to.

Variant G

Few heatsinks short of an skirmisher, few hundred meters short of long range fire support, a few weapons short of a brawler, this unit leaves quite some to be desired. Yet still we seem to see many of them on the battlefield - what gives?
Team work. This unit is the best representative how proper teamwork augments firepower and performance:
This one is made to be mid-range firesupport. The two cERMLs and single ATM6 launcher ideal range is around 600~700m. The GECM and BAP will both augment the radar for 200m while denying detection for further 200m to the enemies. Had this unit a ton to spare, it would equally well be spent for additional coolant flushes, ammo reloads and heat skins, yet it has none, so there is that.
If you have company you can count on, this unit will yield you quite some income if you use it wisely and efficiently. Are you, on the other hand, a lone rider, better seek another deal; You have been warned.

Canon

The first Hephaestus scouting tanks left assembly in 3064. They are being produced exclusively by Clan Hells Horses. Matching its reconnessaince role, it is equipped with a fixed Active Probe and has moderate protection through five tons of armor. Five ton of weaponry allow it to defend itself against lighter opponents. The prime configuration is designed for electronic warfare, carrying TAG and ECM.

Date Introduced 3064 during the Era known as "Civil War" (3062 - 3067) - Unit Role: Scout

Battletech Reference