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| − | The closest thing the [[Demon]] series of [[battle armor]] has to a standard, front-line model, the '''Asura''' is a medium-weight design. The [[Word of Blake]] battlesuit is named for demons of [[w:Hindu|Hindu]] lore and is overwhelming fielded by [[Manei Domini]] troops whose cybernetic enhancements make them even more powerful.<ref name=TRO20>''Technical Readout: 3075'', | + | The closest thing the [[Demon]] series of [[battle armor]] has to a standard, front-line model, the '''Asura''' is a medium-weight design. The [[Word of Blake]] battlesuit is named for demons of [[w:Hindu|Hindu]] lore and is overwhelming fielded by [[Manei Domini]] troops whose cybernetic enhancements make them even more powerful.<ref name=TRO20>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 20</ref> |
While the Asura is not as well armored as the [[Elemental (battle armor)|Clan Elemental]], it can withstand a hit from a Clan medium laser. The Asura does not have any enhancements to a standard trooper's ground speed, but it can jump ninety meters. As a medium-class design, it can ride [[OmniMech]]s and engage in anti-'Mech attacks.<ref name=TRO20 /> | While the Asura is not as well armored as the [[Elemental (battle armor)|Clan Elemental]], it can withstand a hit from a Clan medium laser. The Asura does not have any enhancements to a standard trooper's ground speed, but it can jump ninety meters. As a medium-class design, it can ride [[OmniMech]]s and engage in anti-'Mech attacks.<ref name=TRO20 /> | ||
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Revision as of 02:58, 10 July 2011
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| Asura | |
| Production information | |
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| Manufacturer | Gibson Federated BattleMechs |
| Use | Line Unit |
| Weight Class | Medium |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere |
| Cost | ??? C-bills |
| Introduced | 3072 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 1,000 kg |
| Top Speed | 11 km/h |
| Armament | |
| Armor Type | Advanced |
| BV (2.0) | 30[1] |
Description
The closest thing the Demon series of battle armor has to a standard, front-line model, the Asura is a medium-weight design. The Word of Blake battlesuit is named for demons of Hindu lore and is overwhelming fielded by Manei Domini troops whose cybernetic enhancements make them even more powerful.[2]
While the Asura is not as well armored as the Clan Elemental, it can withstand a hit from a Clan medium laser. The Asura does not have any enhancements to a standard trooper's ground speed, but it can jump ninety meters. As a medium-class design, it can ride OmniMechs and engage in anti-'Mech attacks.[2]
Armament
The Asura's weapon profile is similar in some ways to the Elemental, but is also enhanced. A Medium Recoilless Rifle has greater range and is the main weapon. Similarly, a four-pack Rocket Launcher does the same damage as an Elemental's missile complement, but at greater range.[3]
Variants
- Anti-infantry – Like the others in Demon series, the Asura features an anti-infantry variant designed for maximum effectiveness in rooting out disorganized resistance to Blakist rule. A Machine Gun is devastating the unarmored troops and a "Firedrake" Support Needler destroys flesh very effectively. A Camo System keeps the Asura hidden from unsophisticated opponents until it is ready to strike. BV (2.0) = 39[3]
- SRM – As ambush variant that specializes in anti-armor weaponry, the SRM features a One-Shot SRM-6. Its main gun is a Heavy Machine Gun that is especially effective at point-blank range. BV (2.0) = 43[3]