Nova	50 Tons Omnimech
Class	Medium

Engine: 250XL

Chassis:         Standard
Cruising Speed:    54 kph
Maximum Speed:   86.4 kph
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Jump Jets               5
Armor Type:      Standard
Pod Space:     16.25 tons

Overview: A 'Mech capable of many tasks but excelling at none, the Nova plays a secondary role to heavier and lighter OmniMechs in Clan arsenal. Though versatile, powerful and maneuverable, it cannot match the power of heavier 'Mechs or the maneuverability of lighter ones. This 'Mech's versatility is its saving grace. Because it uses neither an Endo Steel internal structure nor Ferro-Fibrous armor, it possesses more internal space than some other designs. In addition, the Nova's designers left its arms unencumbered, allowing for great flexibility in designing weapon pods. Capabilities: In its primary configuration, the Nova has an unusual appearance and fearsome capabilities. The hexagonal weapon pods on its arms boast six ER Medium Lasers each, providing exceptional firepower but generating more heat than many 'Mechs can cope with. Only the Nova's fourteen double heat sinks allow the pilot the freedom to use all of his Laser weapons. In its most common variation, Alternate Configuration A, the Nova carries an Extended Range Particle Projection Cannon in each arm. This model usually carries a Medium Pulse Laser in its left torso. Alternate Configuration B reflects most MechWarriors' desire for a variety of weapons. This model combines the firepower of a Large Pulse Laser with an Ultra-5 Autocannon. It carries two Machine Guns in the left torso, plus 200 rounds of ammunition. Occasionally, a powerful Nova sporting a Gauss Rifle makes an appearance in Configuration C. Installing such a heavy weapon must make such a 'Mech inherently unstable, taxing its gyros to the maximum. Carrying only an SRM-4 and Small Pulse Laser for secondary armaments, this Nova lacks the versatility that makes the design worthwhile. Hampered by too little ammunition for its primary weapon, this version is rarely used. Alternate Configuration D is so far the only variation seen in the field that carries Long-Range Missiles. Less effective than some designs at long-range fire support and yet not a well-rounded all-purpose design, this version of the Nova is usually deployed only when more suitable machines are unavailable. Deployment: The Nova is deployed thinly but evenly throughout the Clans. It was first seen by the Inner Sphere with a Clan Wolf attack force, and it is slightly more common among the Wolf Clan than among others. Few Clan Clusters have more than one or two Novas in their ranks.

Battletech Stock Variants

Armor

Head           9
CTorso        23
CTorso(Rear)   8
RLTorsos      16
RLTorsos(Rear) 8
RLArms        16
RLLegs        20

Primary

Heat Sinks              18(36)
ER Medium Laser(6)   Left Arm
ER Medium Laser(6)  Right Arm
Jump Jet(2)          Left Leg
Jump Jet(2)         Right Leg
Jump Jet         Center Torso

Alpha

Heat Sinks                 14(28)
ER PPC                 Right Arm
ER PPC                  Left Arm
Medium Pulse Laser    Left Torso
Anti Missile Ammo    Right Torso
Anti Missile System   Left Torso
Anti Missile System  Right Torso
Jump Jet(2)             Left leg
Jump Jet(2)            Right leg
Jump Jet            Center Torso

Beta

Heat Sinks                  14(28)
Large Pulse Laser        Left Arm
ER Small Laser        Right Torso
Ultra AC/5              Right Arm
Machine Gun(2)         Left Torso
Jump Jet(2)              Left Leg
Jump Jet(2)             Right Leg
Jump Jet             Center Torso
Machine Gun Ammo(200)  Left Torso
Ultra AC/5 Ammo(20)     Right Arm

Charlie

Heat Sinks               14(28)
Gauss Rifle           Left Arm
SRM-4               Left Torso
Small Pulse Laser  Right Torso
Gauss Rifle Ammo(8)   Left Arm
Jump Jet(2)           Left Leg
Jump Jet(2)          Right Leg
Jump Jet          Center Torso
SRM-4 Ammo(25)      Left Torso

Delta

Heat Sinks              14(28)
LRM-20              Right Arm
LB 5-X AC            Left Arm
Jump Jet(2)          Left Leg
Jump Jet(2)         Right Leg
Jump Jet         Center Torso
LB 5-X Ammo(20)(2)   left Arm
LRM-20 Ammo(6)(2)   Right Arm

MechWarrior 2

The Nova has an unusual appearance and fearsome capabilities. Each hexagonal weapons pod on each arm boasts six ER Medium Lasers that provide exceptional firepower, but generate too much heat for sustained firing. The Nova mounts four additional double heat sinks to allow the pilot more freedom to use his/her weapons: nevertheless, a pilot who fires all 12 lasers in one salvo risks immediate shutdown.

Chassis:         Standard
Engine:            300 XL
Cruising Speed:  64.8 kph
Maximum Speed:  108.0 kph
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Jump Jets:              5
Armor Type:      Standard

Primary

ER Small Laser                Head
ER Medium Laser(4)      Left Torso
ER Medium Laser(3)     Right Torso
Medium Pulse Laser(2)  Right Torso
Jump Jet              Center Torso
Jump Jet(2)               Left Leg
Jump Jet(2)              Right Leg

MechWarrior 3 Stock Variants

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Primary

Heat Sinks(double)         18
ER Medium Laser(6)   Left Arm
ER Medium Laser(6)  Right Arm
Jump Jet         Center Torso
Jump Jet             Left Leg
Jump Jet            Right Leg

Alpha

Heat Sinks(double)            14
ER PPC                  Left Arm
ER PPC                 Right Arm
Medium Pulse Laser    Left Torso
Anti Missile System   Left Torso
Anti Missile System  Right Torso
Jump Jet            Center Torso
Jump Jet                Left leg
Jump Jet               Right leg

Beta

Heat Sinks(double)             14
Machine Gun(2)         Left Torso
Machine Gun Ammo(200) Right Torso
ER Small Laser        Right Torso
Large Pulse Laser        Left Arm
Ultra AC/5              Right Arm
Ultra AC/5 Ammo(20)     Right Arm
Jump Jet             Center Torso
Jump Jet                 Left Leg
Jump Jet                Right Leg

Charlie

Heat Sinks(double)          14
SRM-4               Left Torso
SRM-4 Ammo(100)     Left Torso
Small Pulse Laser  Right Torso
Gauss Rifle           Left Arm
Gauss Rifle Ammo(8)   Left Arm
Jump Jet          Center Torso
Jump Jet              Left Leg
Jump Jet             Right Leg

Delta

Heat Sinks(double)          14
LB 5-X AC             Left Arm
LB 5-X Ammo(20)       left Arm
LRM-20               Right Arm
LRM-20 Ammo(120)(2)  Right Arm
Jump Jet          Center Torso
Jump Jet              Left Leg
Jump Jet             Right Leg

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