Buccaneer
| Ferrite: | 1200 |
| Bioptics: | 1000 |
| Niodes: | 75 |
After the excellent reception of their updated Holmes design, Consolidated Mecha engineers began to look for a way to incorporate their new technologies into a niode chassis for a new mecha. Wanting to capitalize on the recent favorable press about their line of mecha, they put all other projects on hold so they could produce the Buccaneer.
The Buccaneer was developed during the technological Renaissance of the early 3300's and the design is a product of this era of cooperation among the clans and the major powers. With the extra resources available to the Consolidated Mecha engineers, they were able to meet the design parameters as well as complete the project on time and under budget. Company executives were so impressed with the Buccaneer, they promised one to every employee as a show of appreciation for their hard work under pressure.
| Statistical Readout | |
|---|---|
| Tonnage | 40 |
| Armor Points | 80 |
| Start Weapons | 5 |
| Min Level | 18 |
| Levels/Weapon | 5 |
| Manufacturer | Consolidated Mecha |
| Bonuses | |
|---|---|
| Build | Laser Damage + 5% |
| Build | 2X Damage 5% |
| Level 2 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
| Level 3 | + 1 Cockpit Slot |
| Level 3 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 5 | + 1 Weapon Slot |
| Level 7 | Trample Shield 20% |
| Level 9 | + 1 Engine Slot |
| Level 10 | + 1 Weapon Slot |
| Level 10 | Laser Damage + 4% |
| Level 11 | 2X Damage 5% |
| Level 14 | + 1 Shield Slot |
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Level 15
+ every 5 levels |
+ 1 Weapon Slot |
| Level 16 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 17 | Laser Damage + 4% |
| Level 19 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
| Level 21 | Crit-Kill 2% |
| Level 23 | + 1 Engine Slot |
| Level 27 | Laser Damage + 4% |
| Level 29 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
| Level 31 | 2X Damage 4% |
| Level 33 | Trample Shield 20% |
| Level 38 | + 1 Engine Slot |
| Level 40 | Laser Damage + 6% |
| Level 44 | + 1 Cockpit Slot |
| Level 46 | 2X Damage 5% |
| Level 50 | Laser Damage + 8% |
| Level 57 | + 1 Shield Slot |
| Level 62 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 64 | + 1 Cockpit Slot |
| Level 69 | Crit-Kill 1% |
| Level 73 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
| Level 78 | 2X Damage 5% |
| Level 82 | Laser Damage + 3% |
| Level 86 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 91 | Splash Shield 20% |
| Level 94 | Laser Damage + 4% |
| Level 98 | Crit-Kill 1% |
| Level 100 | + 1 Shield Slot |
| Level 103 | 2X Damage 5% |
| Level 107 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 111 | Laser Damage + 5% |
| Level 114 | Splash Shield 10% |
| Level 119 | 2X Damage 5% |
| Level 123 | Crit-Kill 1% |
| Level 128 | Trample Shield 10% |
| Level 132 | Laser Damage + 5% |
| Level 137 | Speed + 3 |
| Level 144 | Splash Shield 10% |
| Level 148 | 2X Damage 5% |
| Level 151 | Laser Damage + 5% |
| Level 156 | Crit-Kill 2% |
| Level 161 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 166 | Trample Shield 5% |
| Level 170 | Laser Damage + 2% |
| Level 177 | 2X Damage 2% |
| Level 182 | Speed + 1 |
| Level 194 | Laser Damage + 2% |
| Level 200 | + 1 Cockpit Slot |
| Level 232 | Crit-Kill 1% |
| Level 236 | Laser Damage + 2% |
| Level 242 | 2X Damage 2% |
| Level 246 | Trample Shield 5% |
| Level 253 | Laser Damage + 3% |
| Level 263 | 2X Damage 2% |
| Level 272 | Laser Damage + 4% |
| Level 275 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 284 | Crit-Kill 1% |
| Level 287 | 2X Damage 2% |
| Level 295 | Laser Damage + 1% |
| Level 300 | + 1 Engine Slot |
| Level 310 | Speed + 1 |
| Level 329 | Splash Shield 5% |
| Level 337 | Laser Damage + 2% |
| Level 341 | Crit-Kill 2% |
| Level 349 | 2X Damage 2% |
| Level 352 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 360 | Laser Damage + 2% |
| Level 369 | Splash Shield 5% |
| Level 374 | 2X Damage 2% |
| Level 380 | Crit-Kill 1% |
| Level 385 | Trample Shield 5% |
| Level 390 | Laser Damage + 2% |
| Level 395 | Speed + 1 |
| Level 400 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
The Buccaneer employs the Type 6 A.I., a solid A.I. that Consolidated Mecha incorporates into several of their designs. Cocooned in a high-density niode matrix, the Type 6 produces optimal firing solutions for laser weaponry that enables it to exceed basic factory damage thresholds. This gives the Buccaneer a notable edge in battle, but the true gem in this build for the Type 6 is the highly detailed target analysis the pilot can activate. When this feature is activated, the pilot can place a single penetrating shot in a vulnerable joint or weakened armor plate that can completely destroy an otherwise undamaged target. This version of the Type 6 will support three upgrade modules for mission required add-ons.
Named for the device from Earth's industrial revolution, the Cogwerk Steam Hammer is the ideal power plant for the Buccaneer. The Steam Hammer can instantly overcharge the weapon systems to produce powerful blasts from any weapon.
As the niode matrices are upgraded, the power plant provides a considerable boost to speed. Command mecha need to maneuver effectively across a large battlefield to coordinate troop movements and direct fire, so the Buccaneer's speed makes it an appealing option for that roll. To further enhance mobility, the Steam Hammer is fitted with three equipment ports to install additional equipment.
The Buccaneer has an imposing profile for a 40 ton mecha due to space requirements for the Steam Hammer and mount emitters for the defensive systems. This mecha was also designed to be roving unit, so the engineers added shielding against area effect attacks such as splash and trample. The pair of heavy shield modules can be customized by the pilot to suit the needs in various situations.
As the first factory run of the Buccaneer began production, Consolidated Mecha was approached by the Shogunate's Prince of Flowers. Knowing that he would soon be facing the rogue General Fujiwara and his army, the Prince of Flowers needed to strengthen his own forces with additional supplies. The mercenary clans he persuaded to fight under his banner were a part of the solution but he also needed additional mecha for his own pilots.
After seeing the Buccaneer prototype in action, the Prince asked to pilot it himself. He was so impressed with the design that he purchased the entire first manufacturing run to supply his fledgling armed forces. As is often the case, a few of the savvy supply sergeants for a few mercenary clans managed to procure several for themselves.
While many factors contributed to the victory won by the Prince of Flowers, there is no doubt the Buccaneer is one of the pillars on which he plans to build his empire.
Legendary Pilots
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Fred Diamond
Fred Diamond is a real pilot's pilot. Often found stomp'n enemies in his triple rainbow formation, Fred could often be found hanging out in the Slaughter House 5 clubhouse, hanging out with his fellow pilots. Suspiciously, his fellow pilots called him the "GodFather", one can only wonder what the deeper meaning behind that really means, but what we do know is that Fred was a great pilot and a clan member held in high esteem.
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Terry Harper
Terry Harper has had his Buccaneer as point mecha in his 40 ton max formation for almost as long as he has owned it. He makes a point to keep it up to date with the best and newest equipment available. The heavily customized Buccaneer boasts excellent equipment that enhances the built in profile of the mecha. Speed, Dodge and Precision are all present along with a deadly suite of Blue Dragon lasers for maximum firepower. While he is modest about his skills with the Buccaneer, Terry is the ONLY pilot to finish in the top 10 of a King of the Mountain event while driving a Buccaneer as his point mecha in Division 6 or higher competition. Not only does he hold a unique title for this accomplishment, he has accomplished this feat four times.
Armament
Buccaneer comes fully equiped with:
24
106
M.G.B.
ELITE
2X Damage 9%
The Mean Green Beam (M.G.B.) will help you carve through groups of mecha with no fear and no hesitation.
24
106
M.G.B.
ELITE
2X Damage 9%
The Mean Green Beam (M.G.B.) will help you carve through groups of mecha with no fear and no hesitation.
11
100
Achilles Beam
ELITE
Crit-Kill 5%
A strong weapon for new pilots. The Achilles Beam's aim has turned the tide in many battles, sometimes taking down much larger Mechs.
21
100
Green Death
COMMON
2X Damage 3%
3X Damage 3%
Targets the enemy hull in three vulnerable places, hitting hard with standard technology.
21
100
Green Death
COMMON
2X Damage 3%
3X Damage 3%
Targets the enemy hull in three vulnerable places, hitting hard with standard technology.
If purchased individually, these weapons alone would cost:
1360 Ferrite
1060 Bioptics
14 Crystal
21 Niodes
Buy a Buccaneer
| Ferrite: | 1200 |
| Bioptics: | 1000 |
| Niodes: | 75 |