Ferrite: | 2500 |
Bioptics: | 1500 |
Niodes: | 60 |
Tank-like and intimidating, the Buchis is the mecha of the warrior. It was created for long-term battles, with sturdy armor and shields. To be given command of such a machine is a high honor in the Society of Cogwerk Planets, and indicative of a long and prosperous career. As such, they are very popular with generals, who will sell the mecha after their retirement to finance a luxurious life style. Most of these Buchis end up in museums or personal collections, but many have made it to the pirate factions.
The Buchis is built as a fortress buster. The direct fire weapons focus of Lasers and Projectiles enable the Buchis to engage enemy formations or strong points head on. Heavy shields give it staying power.
Statistical Readout | |
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Tonnage | 60 |
Armor Points | 120 |
Start Weapons | 7 |
Min Level | 30 |
Min Heavy Skill | 15 |
Levels/Weapon | 5 |
Manufacturer | Star Factories |
Bonuses | |
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Build | Speed - 2 |
Build | Crit-Kill 2% |
Build | Laser Damage + 6% |
Build | Proj. Damage + 6% |
Level 2 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 2 | + 1 Shield Slot |
Level 3 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 3 | + 1 Engine Slot |
Level 4 | + 1 Cockpit Slot |
Level 5 | + 1 Weapon Slot |
Level 5 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 6 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
Level 6 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 7 | 3X Damage 1% |
Level 8 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 9 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 10 | + 1 Weapon Slot |
Level 11 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 12 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
Level 12 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 13 | 3X Damage 1% |
Level 14 | + 1 Shield Slot |
Level 14 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 15
+ every 5 levels |
+ 1 Weapon Slot |
Level 15 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 16 | 3X Damage 1% |
Level 17 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 18 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 19 | 3X Damage 1% |
Level 19 | + 1 Engine Slot |
Level 20 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 21 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 22 | Slow (4) |
Level 23 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 24 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 26 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 27 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 27 | + 1 Engine Slot |
Level 28 | Slow (4) |
Level 29 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 30 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 31 | Slow (4) |
Level 32 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 33 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 34 | + 1 Shield Slot |
Level 35 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 36 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 37 | Slow (4) |
Level 38 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 39 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 40 | + 1 Shield Slot |
Level 41 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 42 | + 1 Cockpit Slot |
Level 42 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 43 | 3X Damage 4% |
Level 44 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 45 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 47 | 3X Damage 4% |
Level 50 | Trample 10% |
Level 58 | Speed + 2 |
Level 62 | Proj. Damage + 3% |
Level 64 | + 1 Shield Slot |
Level 69 | Trample Shield 10% |
Level 77 | 3X Damage 2% |
Level 80 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
Level 84 | Laser Damage + 3% |
Level 88 | Trample Shield 5% |
Level 93 | Trample 3% |
Level 96 | Trample Shield 5% |
Level 102 | Crit-Kill 2% |
Level 107 | Proj. Damage + 3% |
Level 116 | 3X Damage 2% |
Level 124 | Trample Shield 5% |
Level 129 | Trample 3% |
Level 133 | Laser Damage + 3% |
Level 137 | Trample Shield 5% |
Level 142 | 3X Damage 2% |
Level 148 | Proj. Damage + 3% |
Level 153 | Trample 4% |
Level 156 | Speed + 2 |
Level 161 | Laser Damage + 3% |
Level 167 | Crit-Kill 2% |
Level 172 | Slow (3) |
Level 178 | Trample 4% |
Level 182 | + 1 Engine Slot |
Level 183 | Laser Damage + 3% |
Level 193 | Proj. Damage + 3% |
Level 200 | Crit-Kill 3% |
Level 203 | + 1 Shield Slot |
Level 209 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 214 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
Level 217 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 225 | + 1 Cockpit Slot |
Level 228 | 3X Damage 4% |
Level 232 | Speed + 2 |
Level 236 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 250 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 250 | + 1 Engine Slot |
Level 259 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 268 | 3X Damage 2% |
Level 277 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 300 | + 1 Shield Slot |
Level 300 | Speed + 2 |
Level 306 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 316 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 339 | 3X Damage 2% |
Level 342 | Speed + 2 |
Level 350 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
Level 351 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 355 | 3X Damage 2% |
Level 360 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 366 | Laser Damage + 2% |
Level 378 | 3X Damage 2% |
Level 381 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 385 | Speed + 2 |
Level 396 | Slow (2) |
Level 399 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
Level 400 | + 1 Cockpit Slot |
Cogwerk engineers designed a new A.I. for the Buchis. The Devlin class A.I. features a large battery of anti-mech programing and offensive electronics. Its high concentration of jamming signals and false commands fed to enemy mecha cause system shutdowns and failures more often than nearly every other mecha currently in production. A high degree of analysis of the movement profiles of opposing mecha aid the pilot of a Buchis to land frequent direct hits which deal considerable damage especially with Laser and Projectile weapons. Long range IFF scans allow the A.I. to direct fire onto incoming bogies. A minor amount of processing power is dedicated to armor analysis of enemy units enabling the Buchis to land a hit on a vulnerable or weakened area and creating a “one shot, one kill†result. The Devlin will support a pair of custom equipment devices.
The Scarsdale Antimatter unit was chosen for the Buchis due it its suitability to upgrades to its Niode matrices. While the size of the mecha precludes a great deal of speed a fully upgraded model will yield a +2 over combat optimal. A triple mount of upgrade slots add to the overall performance of the powerplant. The high power bursts of energy from the antimatter reactions are directed to the weapon systems generating frequent and powerful overloads of three times normal output.
To keep with the design requirement of durability and battlefield longevity the chassis has multiple shield pods mounted to protect the mech from Trample type area attacks. The common tri-mount for chassis equipment was chosen for its compact size and proven reliability. The space saved allowed the engineers to install a full suite of five heavy shielding modules. The Buchis is the smallest mech to carry a complete overlapping pentagram shield configuration.
A Buchis in the line of battle will cause even the bravest of opponents to reconsider the fight. Many legends are told of one Buchis that withstood an entire Shogunate platoon, allowing the citizens of a small village to escape. The mecha is certainly strong enough to go the distance in any battle.
In the early 3300’s Cogwerk engineers working with Talbus Arms reworked the design to enhance its usefulness on the battlefield. Again the offensive electronics of the Buchis were given priority. Increases to all aspects of the AI were improved. Weapon yield due to concentrated fire, anti-mech viruses, Trample attacks against opponents and “Crit-kill†probability all received upgrades. The powerplant expanded in both the area of speed and weapon overload frequency. Trample shielding was also added to protect against trample attacks.
Commander of the Cogwerk's 1st Heavy Infantry, MacPhail has outfitted his Buchis with a high-powered antenna and external loudspeakers, disrupting his enemies' concentration and communication with an unrelenting broadcast of his beloved heavy metal music.
The Chopper is fast and dangerous, like the Panther Wheel cannon that inspired its design.
Hit 'em with lasers and slash back blazers.
Once the Galaxy Eye has an enemy in sight, it's too late. The advanced particle beam ionizes and vaporizes.
The sleek design of this laser makes it a good upgrade for pilots wanting to add power without adding bulk. They are great for hunting Snavurm, too.
The sleek design of this laser makes it a good upgrade for pilots wanting to add power without adding bulk. They are great for hunting Snavurm, too.
A common but powerful armament. Punctures deep into Mecha hull plating, compromising its structural integrity.
A common but powerful armament. Punctures deep into Mecha hull plating, compromising its structural integrity.
If purchased individually, these weapons alone would cost:
3835 Ferrite
2805 Bioptics
50 Crystal
34 Niodes
Ferrite: | 2500 |
Bioptics: | 1500 |
Niodes: | 60 |