OBT Forum

Invasion era equipment only and only change that can be made are to weapons/heatsinks right?

IIRC, the Hellbringer was discontinued in favor of the Ebon Jaguar for the 65-ton assailant role, so you may not have to worry about that one.

FIRE MOTH
Mass: 20 tons
Chassis: Dominator Light-Alpha 20 Endo-Steel
Power Plant: Firebox 200 XL
Cruising Speed: 108 kph
Maximum Speed: 162 kph, 216 w/MASC
Jump Jets: None
   Jump Capacity: None
Armor: IceSheet Ferro Fibrous
Armament:
6.5 tons of pod space available for weapons and equipment
Manufacturer: Facility Kappa-4
   Primary Factory: Arcadia
Communications System: Untermarkt IV-a
Targeting and Tracking System: Hakkøn MicroSystems

OVERVIEW
Already in production and popular among several Clans, the Fire Moth is considered unsuitable for combat with the heavier OmniMechs that dominate the Trials fought in the Kerensky Cluster, and losses have been heavy to the Mechanized Infantry (conventional and Battlearmor) and armored vehicles that accompany Inner Sphere forces despite being primarily used to deliver Elementals to the battlefield.
As interest and enthusiasm for the IlKhan’s Quicksilver Trials began to make inroads among the Ghost Bear Warrior Caste, the products of those same Trials began to inflict growing losses in Trials across the Kerensky Cluster.  While still an effective method of delivering Elementals, saKhan Aletha Kabrinski challenged Scientists and Warriors to update and improve its performance in the Cluster and against the forces of the Inner Sphere, attracting both allies and foes from a cross-section of the Clans, in essence widening the Quicksilver Trials across the existing ‘Mechs of the Touman.
Clan Steel Viper was a surprise addition to the project, bidding several Stars of Solahma infantry to obtain access to the data being gathered by the Ghost Bears, although several Clans (both allied and opposing) have taken note of the Fire Moth’s new configurations after field tests confirmed their effectiveness.

CAPABILITIES
One of the fastest OmniMechs built by the Clans, the Fire Moth can easily outpace most Inner Sphere ‘Mechs and vehicles before using its efficiently-designed Configurations to complete its mission, whether defeating the opponent or delivering Elementals to the battlefield.  During the course of the project nearly every Configuration was changed in some way, in most cases at the urging of Solahma Warriors reflecting experience gained over decades in active service both at the controls and fighting against it.
The Prime, with its heavy SRM battery and ammo-independent ER Medium Lasers that allowed it to remain in the field indefinitely won praise from all involved, but Merchants consulted during testing advised replacing the SRM-6 with a second SRM-4 to make ammo resupply in the field easier. Moving it into the Left Torso with another ton of ammunition increased mission endurance substantially, while one of the ER Medium Lasers was moved to the Left Arm where it providing the greatest field of fire. The remaining tonnage was used to add an ER Small Laser to the right arm, compensating for the loss of damage potential at close range.  Proving itself in Trials on Niles, the Hell’s Horses have begun to adopt several of the new configurations as part of their own aggressive Battlearmor tactics.
Considered a mediocre scout, Warriors assigned to Alternate Configuration A frequently found themselves unable to defend themselves effectively when detected, leading Warriors with experience from Operation Revival and the growing use of Fire Moths for high-speed recon to locate guerrillas and ambushes to suggest a radical change.  Retaining the Active Probe and TAG while adding a versatile ECM Suite to assist in the scouting role, the new Configuration is optimized to engage the multiple ‘soft’ targets frequently encountered in ambushes with the substitution of Flamers and Machine Guns.
Closely related to the ‘A’ Configuration, Alternate Configuration B reduces the electronics in favor of an anti-infantry specialist oriented to eliminating enemy Battlearmor and Light vehicles while remaining ammunition free with the exception of a pair of Machine Guns sharing a half-ton of ammunition.  Moving both Medium Pulse Lasers to the arms with ER Small Lasers mounting below (mimicking the Primary Configuration of the Timber Wolf), a third ER Small is mounted in the Left Torso. Split between the two side torsos, ammunition from the right torso feeds both Machine Guns.
Despite the ammo endurance of Alternate Configuration C, the Fire Moth frequently found itself unable to match that endurance with only two tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor across the ‘Mech.  Tested against the Svantovit and Shamash who reach comparable speeds, the Bears elected to rely on the accuracy provided by the Artemis IV system mated with a LRM-15 mounted in the Right Torso to allow the Fire Moth to support friendly units at long range before returning to re-supply before the armor protection is breached, reducing losses and providing a significantly larger impact on the battlefield when available.
Favored as a skirmisher and in augmented Trials by Warriors, Alternate Configuration D remained untouched. Despite heat concerns its five Extended Range Medium Lasers tied to a Targeting Computer along with a Flamer provide superior mid-range offense for this ultra-fast Light OmniMech.
Taking note of the Inner Sphere designs favoring a large, single weapon designed as an ultra-mobile fire support platform, Alternate Configuration E uses an ER Large Laser mounted in the Left Arm with the added accuracy provided by a Targeting Computer to engage effectively at range. An ECM suite makes the Fire Moth a more difficult target, while the remaining tonnage is allocated to the E’s single defensive weapon, an ER Small in the right arm that receives the same benefits.  Embraced by the Scorpions, Hellions, and Spirits, the new Configuration’s mix of firepower and mobility make it a threat that cannot be ignored.
Choosing to replace the entire Configuration with the new B, Steel Viper Warriors assigned to the project suggested a radical combination of specialty ammunition for special circumstances to be utilized by three standard SRM-6s.  The F is equipped with two tons of ammunition, maximizing flexibility while limiting potentially crippling ammunition explosions.
Another Configuration hoping to make the Fire Moth an effective combatant by limiting exposure to the enemy, the G features a single offensive weapon, either an ER PPC (or Large Pulse Laser depending on circumstances).  The defensive ER Small Laser also seen on the E is retained to provide a backup weapon in case of damage or Elemental attack.  Proposed by Star Commander Bjarni of the Ghost Bear contingent re-assigned from the InnerSphere, the G is anticipated to be a popular choice for Trials among Light ‘Mech pilots, especially the Hellions.
Seeking to maximize the ability of the Fire Moth to deliver Elementals through difficult terrain, the G carries an unprecedented ten Jump Jets to cross 300 meters at a time, but relies on a single ER Small Laser to defend itself.  Concerned with the potential of losing this variant, an Active Probe was used to assist in the detection of hidden units.  Anticipated to be restricted to Solahma Warriors, the –J is expected to be used only in unusual circumstances.
   Seeking to match the Fire Moth’s immense speed with the maximum short-range firepower and accuracy, the K mimics the layout of the popular Nova OmniMech to deliver a stunning blow with the assistance of the Targeting Computer mounted in the Right Torso. Ten ER Small Lasers across the Arms and Torsos are accompanied by a single A-Pod to defend against conventional infantry at close range. Suggested by Warriors assigned to the project from the Goliath Scorpions, the remaining Clans are considering using the K to replace the D in Trials where skirmishing is expected.

DEPLOYMENT
Having successfully proved the viability of the Fire Moth amongst the six Clans who favored deploying it in a combat role, the outcome of the spate of Trials has caused several others to reconsider their former reluctance to consider it for Front-Line service, at least in the Inner Sphere.  The Smoke Jaguars, hoping to limit the disruption to Front-Line Clusters faced with civil disobedience have deployed the Fire Moth (particularly the –A Configuration) to Solahma Warriors, leading to a surprising number of upsets in Trials of Grievance by Warriors allowed to use standard Configurations.
   As Clans such as he Bears and Horses continue to use the Fire Moth’s high ground (and now Jump) mobility to aggressively deploy Elementals. Cloud Cobra which has embraced the ‘ParaJump’ maneuvers have also taken note of how the highly agile J Configuration can enhance their own operations. Other Clans such as the Ice Hellions, Coyotes, and Steel Vipers prefer using several of the most aggressive skirmishing or assault Configurations in roles similar to the old ‘Headhunter’ ‘Mechs of the Star League, penetrating deeply into enemy-held territory to strike with lightning speed either with the support of an Elemental Point or alone.
   With the exception of Blood Sprit and Fire Mandrill all the rest of the Clans also utilize the Fire Moth but prefer other twenty-ton designs. Burrock, Diamond Shark, Jade Falcon, Nova Cat, Smoke Jaguar, Steel Viper, and Wolf tend to operate this tiny speed demon infrequently but in traditional ways. While Snow Raven and Star Adder in particular make more extensive use of this light war machine often reserving it for scouting roles rather than dedicated combat duty.

Type: Fire Moth
Inner Sphere Designation: Dasher
Technology Base: Clan Level 2
Tonnage: 35 tons

Equipment                           Mass
Internal Structure:          EndoSteel            1
Engine:            200 XL            4.5
   Walking MP:         10
   Running MP:         15 (20)
   Jumping MP:         0               0
Heat Sinks:            10 (20)               0
Gyro:                              2
Cockpit:                           3
Armor Factor:            38               2

            Internal Structure      Armor Value
   Head            3            5
   Center Torso           6            5 / 2
   R/L Torso         5            4 / 2
   R/L Arm         3            3
   R/L Leg         4            4

Weight and Space Allocation
Location            Fixed            Spaces Remaining
Head                1 Ferro-Fibrous            0
Center Torso                   MASC               0
                    EndoSteel
Right Torso               2 XL Engine            5
                2 Ferro-Fibrous
                  1 EndoSteel
              Double Heat Sinks
Left Torso               2 XL Engine            5
                2 Ferro-Fibrous
                  1 EndoSteel
              Double Heat Sinks
Right Arm                1 EndoSteel            6
    1 Ferro-Fibrous
Left Arm                1 EndoSteel            6
                1 Ferro-Fibrous
Right Leg                1 EndoSteel            1
Left Leg                1 EndoSteel            1

Weapons and Ammo:      Location      Criticals   Mass
   Primary Weapons Configuration
SRM-4               Right Torso      1      1
Ammo (SRM) 25         Right Torso      1      1
SRM-4               Left Torso      1      1
Ammo (SRM) 25         Left Torso      1      1
ER Medium Laser         Right Arm      1      1
ER Medium Laser         Left Arm      1      1
ER Small Laser         Right Arm      1      .5
   Alternate Configuration A
ER Medium Laser         Right Arm      1      1
Flamer               Right Arm      1      .5
2 Machine Guns         Left Arm      2      .5
Ammo (Machine Gun) 100      Left Torso      1      .5
Flamer               Left Arm      1      .5
Machine Gun            Right Leg      1      .25
Machine Gun            Left Leg      1      .25
Active Probe            Right Torso      1      1
ECM Suite            Right Torso      1      1
TAG               Left Torso      1      1
   Alternate Configuration B
Medium Pulse Laser         Right Arm      1      2
ER Small Laser         Right Arm      1      .5
Medium Pulse Laser         Left Arm      1      2
ER Small Laser         Left Arm      1      .5
Machine Gun            Right Torso      1      .25
Ammo (Machine Gun) 100      Right Torso      1      .5
ER Small Laser         Left Torso      1      .5
Machine Gun            Left Torso      1      .25
   Alternate Configuration C
LRM-15            Right Torso      2      3.5
Artemis IV FCS          Right Torso      1      1
Ammo (LRM) 16         Right Torso      2      2
   Alternate Configuration D
2 ER Medium Lasers         Right Arm      2      2
ER Medium Laser         Right Torso      1      1
Targeting Computer         Right Torso      1      1
Flamer               Right Torso      1      .5
2 ER Medium Lasers         Left Arm      2      2
   Alternate Configuration E
ER Large Laser         Left Arm      1      4
ER Small Laser         Right Arm       1      .5
Targeting Computer         Left Torso      1      1
ECM Suite            Right Torso      1      1
   Alternate Configuration F
SRM-6               Right Arm      1      1.5
SRM-6               Right Arm      1      1.5
SRM-6               Left Arm      1      1.5
Ammo (SRM) 15         Right Torso      1      1
Ammo (SRM) 15         Left Torso      1      1
   Alternate Configuration G
ER PPC            Right Arm      2      6
ER Small Laser         Left Arm      1      .5
   Alternate Configuration J
ER Small Laser         Right Arm      1      .5
Active Probe            Left Arm      1      1
4 Jump Jets            Right Torso      4      2
4 Jump Jets            Left Torso      4      2
Jump Jet            Right Leg      1      .5
Jump Jet            Left Leg      1      .5
Alternate Configuration K
2 ER Small Lasers         Right Arm      2      1
2 ER Small Lasers         Left Arm      2      1
3 ER Small Lasers         Right Torso      3      1.5
3 ER Small Lasers         Left Torso      3      1.5
Targeting Computer         Right Torso      1      1
A-Pod               Right Leg      1      .5