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{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image = Blood Asp RGilClan v32.jpg
|name = ''Blood Asp''
|manufacturer=
[[Sheridan LM-TA 8-10]]
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[[Snow Raven Industrial Complex Alpha]]<ref name=RG32p14>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 32'' p. 14</ref>
| production year=3060
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/406/blood-asp-prime MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|model= Prime
|cost= 29,416,750 C-bills
|Tech Base=Clan
|mech type=OmniMech
|feet=biped
|mass=90
|chassis=[[Type MAES-90 Light]]
|armor=[[Forging ZZ7 Ceramic Plate]]
|engine=[[Consolidated 360 XL]]
|comsys=[[Series D8 CC-25X]]
|T&T=[["Hermes" CT-42 Mk. II]]
|heat sinks=14 [[Double heat sinks]]
|speed=65
|jumpjets=
|armament=
*2x [[Gauss rifle]]s
*4x [[Heavy Medium Laser]]s
*2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s
*1x [[Streak SRM-6]]
|BV (1.0)=2,295<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 118</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 217</ref>
|BV (2.0)=2,654<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 274</ref>
}}

==Description==
Created by [[Clan Star Adder]] as an insult to their enemies, [[Clan Blood Spirit]], the '''''Blood Asp''''' has a large amount of available [[Pod Space|pod space]] for its size. Based on the ''[[Kingfisher]]'', the ''Blood Asp'' adds an [[XL engine]], but space constraints forced the replacement of the ''Kingfisher'''s [[ferro-fibrous]] armor with standard plate. The ''Blood Asp'' incorporates sixteen tons of this armor and fourteen [[double heat sink]]s in the base chassis. One of the first 'Mechs to field the breakthrough [[Heavy Laser]] technology, the ''Blood Asp'' proves to be an offensive powerhouse. Delivering incredible damage at all ranges, the ''Blood Asp'' makes short work of any enemy regardless of size.<ref name=TRO182>''Technical Readout: 3060'', p. 182</ref>

The Blood Asp would fade out and eventually risk extinction in the Inner Sphere after the [[Wars of Reaving]], with no Inner Sphere production and surviving examples largely limited to the [[Clan Hell's Horses Touman]]. That is, until that [[Clan Snow Raven]] revealed that they had managed to seize plans to manufacture the OmniMech and restarted production using modified [[Kingfisher]] production lines in [[3142]]. Seeking to edge into the [[Clan Sea Fox|Sea Foxes']] market, the Snow Ravens began aggressively marketing their newly-produced Blood Asps, at times personally sending Blood Asp stars to violently demonstrate the platform's prowess.<ref name=RG32p14/>

==Weapons and Equipment==
The ''Blood Asp'''s primary weapons are a pair of [[Gauss rifle]]s that can strip off nearly a ton of armor at the range of six hundred and sixty meters, though they do not have a lot of ammunition, so [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] must be sparing with their shots. These are backed up by four [[Heavy Medium Laser]]s, a pair of [[Medium Pulse Lasers]], and a [[Streak SRM-6]] for close-range work. To aid in heat dissipation, the primary configuration incorporates four additional heat sinks.<ref name=TRO182/>

==Alternate Configurations==
*;Alternate Configuration A : This configuration is built for assault. It uses an advanced [[Targeting Computer]] to guide a pair of [[ER PPC]]s and two [[Heavy Large Laser]]s. Eleven additional heat sinks fail to keep this configuration cool, especially with the addition of enough [[jump jet]]s to leap ninety meters at a time. It also incorporates an [[ECM Suite]] to protect itself from enemy electronics.<ref name=TRO183 /> BV (1.0) = 2,901,<ref name=CO /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 218</ref> BV (2.0) = 3,452<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 275</ref>

*;Alternate Configuration B : The second alternate configuration is a fire-support design that uses a [[Gauss rifle]] and a pair of [[LRM-20]]s with [[Artemis IV FCS|Artemis IV Fire Control Systems]]. In case an enemy unit gets close, it mounts four [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and an [[ECM Suite]]. Two additional heat sinks ensure this design stays cool.<ref name=TRO182 /><ref name=TRO183>''Technical Readout: 3060'', p. 183</ref> BV (1.0) = 2,662,<ref name=CO /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 219</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,885<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 276</ref>

*;Alternate Configuration C : This ammunition-dependent version uses a pair of [[Ultra Autocannon/10]]s and an [[LB 20-X AC]] for close-range duels, which its dearth of ammunition further reinforces. It mounts a lone [[ER Large Laser]] for long-range support.<ref name=TRO183 /> BV (1.0) = 1,969,<ref name=CO /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 220</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,270<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 277</ref>

*;Alternate Configuration D : The fifth configuration is similar to the primary, though it is more geared to long-range support. It uses a Gauss Rifle, two ER Large Lasers, and three [[Ultra Autocannon/2]]s. A pair of [[Heavy Medium Laser]]s enable the 'Mech to remain useful after it has run out of ammo.<ref name=TRO183 /> BV (1.0) = 1,977,<ref name=CO /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 221</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,396<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 278</ref>

*;Alternate Configuration E : This configuration makes use of [[ATM]]s in the form of four [[ATM 3]]s. A single ton of ammunition for each pair does not allow the weapons to make the most of their flexibility. A Targeting Computer guides paired ER PPCs and Medium Pulse Lasers. Four jump jets enable the ''Blood Asp'' E to vault one hundred twenty meters into the air, while additional heat sinks keep heat levels within reasonable levels. BV (1.0) = 3,042,<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 142</ref> BV (2.0) = 3,179<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 279</ref>

*;Alternate Configuration F : Developed during the Jihad, this configuration is designed for close-quarters combat. The ''Blood Asp'' has been given four [[Streak SRM-6]] launchers with three tons of ammunition, and a pair of Medium Pulse Lasers and AP Gauss Rifles for short range combat. For medium and long range, it mounts two [[ER PPC]]s and a single [[Plasma Cannon]] with a ton ammo. To cope with the heat buildup, the 'Mech has been given an additional five Double Heat Sinks. BV (2.0) = 2,908<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'' p. 280</ref>

*;Alternate Configuration G : Another configuration that premiered during the relentless fighting of the Jihad era, variant G centers around the new Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle technology. A massive [[HAG-40|Class 40 Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle]] has been fitted in the left Arm and part of the left torso, along with four tons of ammunition. As its alternative weapons, the 'Mech includes a pair of ER Large Lasers split between its right arm and right torso, and a pair of Medium Pulse Lasers and Heavy Medium Lasers. Its direct fire weapons are backed up by a Targeting Computer for increased accuracy. To help cope with heat, it has also been provided with an additional three Double Heat Sinks. BV (2.0) = 3,192<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'' p. 281 - G Configuration for the Blood Asp.</ref>

*;Alternate Configuration I : An aftermarket configuration favored by the Federated Suns with their newly acquired Blood Asps, the I configuration carries two [[Large Re-engineered Laser]]s, one in each arm. A massive [[Improved Heavy Gauss Rifle]] sits in the right torso, with excess volume spilling over into the center torso. A quartet of [[ER Small Lasers]] occupy the opposite torso. BV (2.0) = 2,252<ref name=RG32p14/>

*;Alternate Configuration T : Created by Clan Snow Raven in 3142, the T configuration is visually identical to the Prime. However, a pair of Inner Sphere [[Plasma Rifle]]s substitute the Gauss Rifles, while each arm mounts an ER Large and two ER Medium Lasers. The Streak SRM-6 is replaced with a [[SRM-6|standard non-Streak model]], and the weight savings are used to mount a [[supercharger]] and additional heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 3,069<ref name=RG32p14/>

===Apocryphal Variants===
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These variants were introduced in various apocryphal sources, and thus far have not appeared in any canonical media.

''From [[MechAssault 2: Lone Wolf]]:''

*;''Blood Asp'' : This design wields two shoulder mounted [[Plasma PPC]]s and had 4 machine guns, decimating enemies at higher salvage ranks. Along with this is 4 "Javelin" Long Range Missiles for long range suppression.

*;''Star Adder'' : A variant chassis of the ''Blood Asp'', this 'Mech has two shoulder-mounted [[Plasma PPC]]s and quadruple Autocannons, mounted in the arms, in addition to a flame thrower for close range combat.

''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
*;BAS-RA ''Rancor'' : The ''Blood Asp'' [[Hero 'Mech]] is armed with an ER Large and [[ER Medium Laser]] in each arm, supported by an ER Large Laser and an [[ATM-9]] in each side torso. The ''Rancor'' is fitted with twenty-four double heat sinks and has a combined four tons of ATM ammo.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online'' Blood Asp Sale Page</ref>

''From [[MechCommander 2]]:''
*;''Blood Asp'' : The standard(stock) ''Blood Asp'' wields 2 shoulder mounted Gauss rifles, a pair of [[Heavy Large Laser]]s, a pair of heavy medium lasers in the arms, and a [[Streak SRM]] rack in the center torso.

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== Design Quirks ==
The ''Blood Asp'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 90 Design Quirk Table - Blood Asp.</ref>
*[[Rugged|Rugged(1)]]

==Notes==
* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Blutaspis'''''.

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Bloodasp.jpg|Original ''Blood Asp'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3060|TRO:3060]]''
Blood Asp RGilClan v32.jpg|Blood Asp from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 32|RG:iClan vol. 32]]''
Blood Asp 2.jpg|Model of ''Blood Asp'' from ''[[MechAssault|MA]]''
MWO Blood Asp.png|Model of ''Blood Asp'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
Salvage Box Blood Asp (Star Adder) - Blood Asp (Star Adder).jpg|''Blood Asp (Star Adder)'' from [[BattleTech Salvage Box: Blood Asp]]
</gallery>

==References==
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==Bibliography==
* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
* ''[[Combat Operations]]''
* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
* ''[https://mwomercs.com/blood-asp ''MechWarrior Online'' Blood Asp Sale Page]
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 32]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]''

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