Badicus O'Shea
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Badicus O'Shea | |
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| Also known as | Badicus the Bold, Bonnie Badicus[1] |
| Died | 28 July 3057[2] |
| Affiliation | Black Thorns |
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| Profession | Arena Gladiator Mercenary |
Badicus O'Shea is a mercenary known for being a MechWarrior in the mercenary company, The Black Thorns.
History
Early Career
Badicus was a competitor on Solaris, fighting in minor arenas outside Solaris City from 3051 through early 3053. In March 3053, he joined Carstairs Stables, competing for them through 3054.[3][4] He wound up joining the Black Thorns during their formation in order to accompany another MechWarrior, Esmeralda.[5]
Black Thorns
Badicus was assigned a Shadow Hawk[6] during the operations on Borghese, serving in the battle lance under Esmeralda.[7] He survived the fighting there against the Preservationists and against Clan Jade Falcon but was injured early in the fighting.[8]
Courchevel
O'Shea fought with the Black Thorns on Courchevel during a raid against Clan Nova Cat in 3057.[9] O'Shea was still in battle lance but in a Warhammer.[10]
Death
O'Shea died in combat against Clan Nova Cat.[2]
Personality and Traits
In his early Solaris years, O'Shea was a charming, if rough, man. He was boastful, but a dependable leader in times of danger. He developed a reputation for damaging drinking establishments.[3]
BattleMechs
In the Solaris season starting in March 3053, for Carstairs Stables, O'Shea was to pilot a battered Commando. In the first fight of the season, O'Shea instead piloted the Wolf Trap intended for Henry Shayne.[3]
- Shadow Hawk
- Warhammer
References
Bibliography
- D.R.T. (novel)
- First Chair (in: BattleTech: 25 Years of Art & Fiction)
- Main Event (novel)