imported>Tumult&Travail at 01:47, 15 February 2025

2025-02-15T01:47:38Z

New page

{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image=Hellbringer RGilClan v01.png
|name=''Hellbringer''
|manufacturer=
[[Olivetti Weaponry]]<ref name=RGIV1p12>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 12: "Hellbringer (Loki)"</ref>
----
Various<ref name=TRCIp52f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 52–53: "Loki"</ref> 
|production year=2926
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1929/ MUL online entry for ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|model=Prime<ref name=TRCIp52f />
|class=Heavy
|cost= 19,074,687 C-Bills
|Tech Base = Clan
|mech type = OmniMech
|mass=65
|chassis=[[T-E H65 Standard]] 
|armor=[[Forging Omni-H24]] 
|engine=[[Fusion 325 XL]] 
|comsys=[[CH2B Alpha-Com]] 
|T&T=[[Version Delta-II TTS(A)]] 
|heat sinks=13 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] 
|speed=86 
|armament=
Primary Configuration 
* 1x [[anti-missile system]]
* 2x [[ER PPC]]
* 4x [[anti-personnel pod]]
* 3x [[ER medium laser]]
* 1x [[Streak SRM-6]]
* 2x [[machine gun]]
|BV (1.0) = 2,178<ref name=COp108>''Combat Operations'', p. 108</ref>
|BV (2.0) = 2,711<ref name=TRO3050Up132f>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 132–133: "Loki OmniMech Profile"</ref> or<br>2,654<ref name=TRCIp52f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 90</ref>
}}

==Description==
{{Quote|If you see a Falcon not in a ''[[Summoner]]'', ''Hellbringer'' or ''[[Kit Fox]]'', double your caution.|[[Clan Coyote]] adage<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 134</ref>}}

The '''''Hellbringer''''' is a very widespread design developed by [[Clan Hell's Horses]]. However, due to its poor armor, the ''Hellbringer'' is often passed over for more robust OmniMechs. The [[Inner Sphere]] first encountered the ''Hellbringer'' facing [[Clan Jade Falcon]], which favors the design for its immense offensive potential. Earning the [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|code name]] '''''Loki''''' by [[Galen Cox]], an AFFC officer who declared each of the ''Hellbringer'''s various versions as an "utterly mad configuration," the 'Mech does at first glance appear to be highly unusual, mounting a spread of weapons, anti-personnel equipment and electronics. The ''Hellbringer'' utilizes a standard internal structure, and has decent mobility, with a top speed of 86.4 km/h. Though it has vast firepower at its disposal, the design is not particularly durable, mounting a mere eight tons of Standard armor, and the ''Hellbringer'' is not particularly suitable for defensive situations or extended engagements.<ref name=TRO3050Up132f/><ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', pp. 30–31: "Loki OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref name=TRO3050R>''Technical Readout: 3050 Revised'', pp. 28–29: "Loki OmniMech Profile"</ref>

In the aftermath of the Battle of Tokasha and the loss of [[Tokasha MechWorks]], the Hell's Horses began developing several OmniMechs. Only the ''Hellbringer'' met with success. Development time for the ''Hellbringer'' was reduced through the use of molds used in the ''[[Summoner]]''. Despite the poor armor, the ''Hellbringer'' devotes almost 43% of its mass to pods, allowing for great offensive potential. The design spread quickly after its introduction for two reasons: the Horses promptly lost the primary production facility, and used their remaining production to curry favor with other Clans through trade and gifts.<ref name=TRO3050Up132f/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050R/>

After [[The Wars of Reaving]] in [[Clan Space]], the ''Hellbringer'' would fall out of favor with the surviving Home Clans due in part to its association with the Inner Sphere based Clans. The design would be replaced by the [[Ebon Jaguar (Cauldron-Born)|''Ebon Jaguar'']] in military service of those in Clan Space, with the exception of Clan Coyote which still fields the 'Mech.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 17: "Discarded Tools of War"</ref> Even after the introduction of the updated and upgraded ''[[Loki II]]'' successor design in [[3121]], Clan Jade Falcon would continue to produce the cheap and easy to manufacture original version on [[Sudeten]] during the [[Dark Age era]], with disgraced, ''[[solahma]]'' or even just overly aggressive warriors still finding its offense over defense focus desirable.<ref name=RGIV1p12/>

==Weapons and Equipment==
Though the sheer amount of equipment is greatly confusing, comparing the 'Mech to those at the time of the Exodus, the ''Hellbringer'' Prime bears similarities in design and appearance to the classic ''[[Warhammer]]''. The primary weapons are indeed a pair of [[ER PPC]]s. As the ''Hellbringer'' draws closer to its target, it can bring its smaller and less heat-intensive short-range weapons to bear on the target, with three [[Extended-Range Medium Laser|ER Medium Laser]]s and a [[Streak SRM-6]] missile rack. The 'Mech is more than capable of handling infantry, with a pair of [[Machine Gun]]s, and two [[Anti-Personnel Pod]]s on each leg. An advanced [[Targeting Computer]] gives the energy weapons lethal accuracy, and an [[Active Probe]] and [[ECM Suite]] help to minimize any tactical advantage the enemy may have. To help increase battle longevity, the ''Hellbringer'' also carried an [[anti-missile system]].<ref name=TRO3050Up132f/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050R/>

==Alternate Configurations==
*; Alternate Configuration A : The ''Hellbringer'' A, though apparently a long-range configuration, does have some unusual equipment. A set of two [[ER Large Laser]]s and an [[Ultra Autocannon/5|Ultra AC/5]] serve as primary weapons, and are supported by an [[LRM-20]] rack. The 'Mech also carries a [[Narc Missile Beacon]] to increase missile accuracy, probably intended for nearby fire-support units. At close ranges, the 'Mech can defend itself with an [[Extended-Range Medium Laser|ER Medium Laser]] and also has two [[Machine Gun]]s and an [[Active Probe]].<ref name=TRCIp52f /> BV (1.0) = 1,651,<ref name=COp108/> BV (2.0) = 1,948<ref name=TRCIp52f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 91</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration B : With a high damage profile at long and short range, the ''Hellbringer'' B does not utilize energy weapons as much, and so has few issues with heat buildup. A powerful [[Gauss rifle]] and [[LB 5-X Autocannon|LB 5-X AC]] allow the 'Mech to ravage both armor and critical systems, with the Gauss Rifle's powerful slug and the LB 5-X's fragmenting shot. At closer ranges, the 'Mech has two [[SRM-6]] racks slaved to [[Artemis IV FCS|Artemis IV]] fire control systems for greater accuracy, with an [[Extended-Range Small Laser|ER Small Laser]] as a backup weapon.<ref name=TRCIp52f /> BV (1.0) = 1,454,<ref name=COp108/> BV (2.0) = 1,592<ref name=TRCIp52f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 92</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration C : A powerful brawler, the ''Hellbringer'' C's only long-range weapon is an [[Extended-Range Large Laser|ER Large Laser]]. The 'Mech also makes use of the recently developed [[ATM-6]] launcher, which can perform similarly to LRMs, MRMs or SRMs, depending on the ammunition loaded. The ''Hellbringer'' C carries a devastating [[LB 20-X Autocannon]] as its knockout weapon, able to quickly shred through armor with slug ammo or damage internal components extensively with fragmenting cluster shot. A pair of [[Extended-Range Medium Laser|ER Medium Laser]]s and an [[Extended-Range Small Laser|ER Small Laser]] act as backup weapons.<ref name=TRCIp52f /> BV (1.0) = 1,698,<ref name=COp108/> BV (2.0) = 2,076<ref name=TRCIp52f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 93</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration D : This variant is a vicious [[infantry]] hunter. It has four [[Plasma Cannon]]s that are capable of dealing immense damage to conventional troops. Four [[Anti-Battle Armor Pod|B-Pod]]s provide defense against [[battle armor]], while four [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s provide accurate damage potential against hardened targets. A head-mounted [[Micro Pulse Laser]] provides added firepower against unarmored infantry.<ref name=TRCIp52f /> BV (2.0) = 2,145<ref name=TRCIp52f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 94</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration E : This support variant mounts five [[Jump Jet]]s, and uses a pair of [[ER Large Laser]]s for consistent damage. An [[LRM 10]] supports them, while a [[Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle 20]] with twelve shots provides a high-damage threat.<ref name=TRCIp52f /> BV (2.0) = 2,304<ref name=TRCIp52f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 95</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration F : This variant carries a pair of [[LB 10-X AC]]s, one in each arm, supported by an ER Medium Laser. Another pair of ER Medium Lasers and a single [[SRM-6]] launcher round out the weapons. BV (2.0) = 1,839<ref name=TRO3050Up132f/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 96</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration G : This version carries an [[Inner Sphere]] built [[Improved Heavy Gauss Rifle]] with three tons of ammunition. This massive weapon is supported by an [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]] and three ER Small Lasers. BV (2.0) = 1,943<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 146</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration H : The ''Hellbringer'' H utilizes new Heavy Laser technology for its short-range arsenal. The long-range weapons of the 'Mech resemble those of the A configuration: the Ultra AC/5 is retained, though the ER Large Laser is upgraded to an ER PPC and the LRM-20 is downgraded to an [[LRM-15]]. For close range combat, the 'Mech has a powerful [[Heavy Large Laser]] and an array of four [[Heavy Small Laser]]s. The defensive equipment is the same as the A configuration, two [[Machine Gun]]s, two [[Anti-Personnel Pod]]s and an [[Active Probe]].<ref name=TRCIp52f /> BV (1.0) = 1,492,<ref name=COp108/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 176</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,952<ref name=TRCIp52f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 97</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration J : A highly mobile scout unit, the ''Hellbringer'' J carries an Ultra AC/5 and ER PPC in its arms supported by twin ER Medium Lasers in each torso and a [[Streak SRM-4]] rack. Fitted with [[jump jet]]s, the J also mounted an anti-missile system and an active probe, each ammo-dependent weapon carrying a single ton of reloads. BV (2.0) = 2,415<ref name=RGIV1p12/>

*; Alternate Configuration M : Common with the Jade Falcons after the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]], the ''Hellbringer'' M was originally developed by [[Star Commander]] [[Summer Mandaka]] during a [[Trial of Grievance]] amidst the [[Falcon Guards]]' mobilization for [[Tukayyid]]. A powerful [[Gauss rifle]] and two tons of ammunition are mounted in the right arm, opposite two [[ER Large Laser]]s in the left. A [[Streak SRM-6]] and one ton of ammo are mounted in the right torso, while a standard [[SRM-6]] is mounted in the center torso, with ammo in the left. BV (2.0) = 2,200<ref>''BattleTech: Battle of Tukayyid'', p. 154</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration T : A Dark Ages refinement of the Prime, the T configuration mounts an ER PPC in each arm supported by a shoulder mounted ATM-6, a trio of ER Medium Lasers and twin [[Anti-Personnel Gauss Rifle]]s. Protected by an anti-missile system and [[CASE II]] (for the two tons of ATM missiles and single ton each of AP Gauss and AMS ammo), the remaining weight is devoted to double heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 2,444<ref name=RGIV1p12/>

===Apocryphal Configurations===
{{ApocryphalContentStart}}
''From [[MechWarrior Online Legends]] and [[MechWarrior 5: Clans]]:''
*; HBR-VI ''Virago'' : Reportedly piloted by [[Joanna (Jade Falcon Guards)|Joanna]] of Clan Jade Falcon, the ''Hellbringer'' [[Hero 'Mech]] mounts paired ER Large Lasers in left arm, supported by an LRM-20 and LRM-15 rack in the right arm. At shorter ranges twin ER Medium Lasers in each side torso come into play. ''Virago'' carries two tons of LRM reloads and is fitted with nineteen double heat sinks.<ref name=MWO-CH2>''MechWarrior Online'' Clan Heroes Two Sale Page</ref>

*; HBR-P: Released in the August 2017 Patch as a means of compensation for purchase of the [[Clan]] Heroes Pack. The ''Hellbringer'' P carries a complement of Lasers - a trio of [[ER Large Laser]]s are mounted in the arms; one in the Right and two in the Left. An [[LRM-20]] is its only missile weapon, mounted in the Left Torso with two tons of ammo for reloads. A [[Medium Pulse Laser]] and [[ER Small Laser]] round out the weapons complement. Both mounted in the Right Torso. An [[Active Probe]] allows the ''Hellbringer'' P variant to be a hunter-killer, and is mounted in the head. As of this writing, this variant has yet to be published in any known canon.
{{ApocryphalContentEnd}}

==Design Quirks==
The ''Hellbringer'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93: BattleMech Quirk Table - Loki Entry</ref>
* [[Searchlight]]

==Notable Pilots==
:''See [[:Category:Notable Hellbringer (Loki) Pilots]]''

==Related OmniMechs==
* '''''[[Hel (Loki Mk II)|Loki Mk II]]''''' - The ''Loki Mk II'' was created by Clan Jade Falcon as a replacement for the aging design.
* '''''[[Starhawk (OmniMech)|Starhawk]]''''' - The ''Starhawk'' combined the ''Hellbringer'''s torso with the ''[[Timber Wolf]]'''s legs.<ref name=S19ISD>''Shrapnel Issue 19'': "Information Software Deceived: Clan Invasion, OmniMechs, and the ABRF"</ref>

==Notes==
* In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to '''Höllenbote''', which literally means ''Messenger from Hell''. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was left unchanged.
* Plastic Hellbringer (Loki) Prime is included in [[BattleTech:_Clan_Heavy_Striker_Star|BattleTech: Clan Heavy Striker Star]]

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Loki.jpg|Original ''Hellbringer'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''
Loki3050.JPG|''Hellbringer'' Prime from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]''
Hellbringer RGilClan v01.png|''Hellbringer'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1 |RG:ilClan v1]]''
Hellbringer_JFSBp111.jpg|''Hellbringer'' crashing through a door from ''[[Jade Falcon Sourcebook]]''
CCG Unlimited Loki A.jpg|''Hellbringer'' A in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
CCG Unlimited Loki B.jpg|''Hellbringer'' B in combat from ''CCG''
CCG Unlimited Loki Prime.jpg|''Hellbringer'' Prime in battle from ''CCG''
MW4-M Loki.png|Model of ''Hellbringer'' from ''[[MechWarrior 4: Mercenaries|MW4: Mercenaries]]''
MWO Hellbringer.jpg|Model of ''Hellbringer'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
File:25th Anniversary Introductory Box Set - Loki.jpg|''Hellbringer'' (with Inner Sphere codename ''Loki'') miniature from ''[[25th Anniversary Introductory Box Set]]''
File:Clan Heavy Striker Star - Hellbringer.jpg|''Hellbringer'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Clan Heavy Striker Star]]''
</gallery>

==References==
<references/>

==Bibliography==
{{div col|colwidth=25em}}
* ''[[BattleTech: Battle of Tukayyid]]''
* ''[[Combat Operations]]''
* [https://mwomercs.com/clan-heroes-two MechWarrior Online - Clan Heroes II Sale Page]
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]''
* ''[[Shrapnel Issue 19]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
* ''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]''
* ''[[Wolf Pack]]''
{{div col end}}

[[Category:'Mechs]]
[[Category:BattleMechs]]
[[Category:OmniMechs]]
[[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]]
[[Category:65 ton BattleMechs]]
[[Category:Clan OmniMechs]]
[[Category:German renamed units]]
[[Category:Clan Jade Falcon BattleMechs]]
[[Category:Clan Hell's Horses BattleMechs]]

Hellbringer (Loki) - Revision history

imported>Tumult&Travail at 01:47, 15 February 2025