Mecha Galaxy Technical Manual

Salamander

Ferrite:	28500
Bioptics:	21200
Niodes:	115

Humanity's first encounter with the Salamander were dismissed as falsified reports. The Salamander was too big to move that fast, dealt too much damage to too many targets for the battle records to be anything but forgeries. Dismissed as Surt encounters doctored by losing pilots to cover up poor performance, the reality was far worse.

Created by the Forerunner general staff at the end of the First Mecha Epoch, the Salamander was the ultimate expression of the Forerunner general staff doctrine of â€œKol rak naâ€, translated as â€œMore force is better forceâ€, the Salamander evaded all existing limits for BFM through radical new philosophies and technologies.

Statistical Readout
Tonnage	115
Armor Points	315
Start Weapons	13
Min Level	184
Min Heavy Skill	85
Levels/Weapon	2.5
Manufacturer	Star Factories

Bonuses
Build	Fire Damage + 5%
Build	Shield (20)
Build	Splash 5%
Build	Speed + 18
Level 3	+ 1 Weapon Slot
Level 4	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 4	+ 1 Engine Slot
Level 5	+ 1 Weapon Slot
Level 8	Speed - 2
Level 8	+ 1 Weapon Slot
Level 8	+ 1 Engine Slot
Level 9	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 10	+ 1 Chassis Slot
Level 10 + every 2.5 levels	+ 1 Weapon Slot
Level 12	Precision (2)
Level 14	Precision (2)
Level 16	3X Damage 5%
Level 18	+ 1 Cockpit Slot
Level 20	+ 1 Chassis Slot
Level 24	1.3X Damage 5%
Level 28	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 32	+ 1 Cockpit Slot
Level 36	Dodge (2)
Level 40	2X Damage 5%
Level 42	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 44	+ 1 Shield Slot
Level 48	Dodge (2)
Level 50	Fire Damage + 10%
Level 56	Speed - 2
Level 56	+ 1 Engine Slot
Level 60	Slow (2)
Level 64	3X Damage 5%
Level 68	Shield (20)
Level 72	+ 1 Chassis Slot
Level 76	Fork 5%
Level 80	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 84	+ 1 Cockpit Slot
Level 88	Precision (2)
Level 92	2X Damage 5%
Level 96	+ 1 Shield Slot
Level 100	1.3X Damage 5%
Level 100	+ 1 Cockpit Slot
Level 104	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 108	+ 1 Engine Slot
Level 108	Speed - 2
Level 112	Dodge (2)
Level 116	1.6X Damage 5%
Level 120	+ 1 Cockpit Slot
Level 128	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 132	Shield (20)
Level 136	+ 1 Shield Slot
Level 140	Slow (2)
Level 144	2X Damage 5%
Level 148	Speed - 2
Level 148	+ 1 Engine Slot
Level 152	Fork 5%
Level 156	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 160	+ 1 Chassis Slot
Level 168	3X Damage 5%
Level 172	+ 1 Shield Slot
Level 176	1.3X Damage 5%
Level 180	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 182	Splash 5%
Level 184	+ 1 Engine Slot
Level 184	Speed - 2
Level 188	Dodge (2)
Level 192	2X Damage 5%
Level 196	Shield (20)
Level 200	+ 1 Chassis Slot
Level 204	Splash 5%
Level 206	+ 1 Shield Slot
Level 208	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 212	+ 1 Cockpit Slot
Level 214	+ 1 Chassis Slot
Level 216	Slow (2)
Level 220	1.6X Damage 5%
Level 221	3X Damage 5%
Level 224	Speed - 2
Level 224	+ 1 Engine Slot
Level 228	Fork 5%
Level 232	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 236	+ 1 Chassis Slot
Level 240	Precision (2)
Level 244	2X Damage 5%
Level 248	+ 1 Cockpit Slot
Level 252	1.3X Damage 5%
Level 256	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 260	Shield (20)
Level 264	+ 1 Shield Slot
Level 268	Dodge (2)
Level 272	3X Damage 5%
Level 276	+ 1 Engine Slot
Level 276	Speed - 2
Level 280	Splash 5%
Level 284	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 288	+ 1 Cockpit Slot
Level 292	Slow (2)
Level 296	2X Damage 5%
Level 300	+ 1 Shield Slot
Level 304	Fork 5%
Level 308	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 312	Speed - 2
Level 312	+ 1 Engine Slot
Level 316	Precision (2)
Level 320	1.6X Damage 5%
Level 324	Shield (20)
Level 332	1.3X Damage 5%
Level 336	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 344	Splash 5%
Level 348	2X Damage 5%
Level 352	Speed - 2
Level 356	Splash 5%
Level 360	Fire Damage + 5%
Level 364	+ 1 Chassis Slot
Level 368	Slow (2)
Level 380	1.3X Damage 10%
Level 384	Fork 5%
Level 388	Shield (20)
Level 392	Splash 5%
Level 396	Fork 5%
Level 400	Splash 5%

The problem of responsiveness in larger machines was addressed using some of the same research Drocha used in his dinosaur based mecha, including dispersed heuristic neural networks that â€œlearnâ€ from the pilots responses and generate â€œreflexâ€ response loops that bypass the reaction delay in mecha so much larger than niode controls were designed to handle. This results in superior speed and dodge than its power to weight ratio should allow, even if it does require a great deal of pilot training to optimize these networks.

To make this possible, dispersed plasma chambers were created in torso and main limbs so that ready power reserves would be available for instant response without waiting for power shunted from the main engine and amplifiers. This huge power reserve was then coupled to the heavy plasma buffers in each weapon bay, allowing for x1.3 x1.6 x2 and x3 damage stacking. Unlike other weapon platforms designed for maximum efficiency, the Salamander chose redundancy, with the heuristic reflex networks often selecting alternate targets to â€œforkâ€, and each shot containing a heavy splash factor to damage mecha adjacent to main target.

Unapologetically a fire mecha the Salamander boasts a heavy bonus to all fire attacks, and supercharges the plasma released with massive electrical charges which slow targeted machines with every impact. The Salamander was designed to inspire fear not simply in itâ€™s individual foe, but in entire armies.

Legendary Pilots

Robert C Goetz Sr.

As of today a new legend is being told: Robert Goetz has become renowned as a legendary pilot of the 115 ton Salamander Class Mecha. Goetz is a veteran warrior of the mecha galaxy, having seen live combat action as early as 3267, and entering the 3268 clan wars as a rookie. 122 galactic years later, Goetz is capable of opening a mint with the amount of silver and gold that decorates his trophy case. Goetz, already known throughout the galaxy for his skill with the Reaper, now secures his status as the first true master of the Salamander. In the hands of Goetz the Salamander is veritable one mecha army, unleashing a truly devastating amount of fire based destruction on whole squads of enemies in a single attack. Uncommonly quick for a mecha of such size, the Salamander represent a truly terrifying amount of power and speed; a power and speed which Goetz uses to push himself and his compatriots to victory. Goetz has been involved with some of the galaxy's oldest and most storied clans. The founder and leader of the Death's {AFF} Faction of clans, a clan faction that dominated multiple divisions at the height of it's power, Goetz has worked side by side, and against, some of the biggest names in the galaxy. Currently Goetz is known as "Death's Collector" for the Knights of Avalon where he regularly sees combat with other pilots of legendary status. While tales of his time with clans is well known, Goetz's also has a past shrouded in mystery and rumor. Corners of the mecha galaxy can be found where whispers abound of him controlling a legion of clones with technology stolen from the infamous Doctor Drake himself. Whether such rumors are true or merely the murmurs of the defeated and the envious may never truly be known. One thing is certain the rumors, whispers, and legends that surround Goetz will continue to grow throughout the mecha galaxy.

Armament

Salamander comes fully equiped with:

230

117 Firetongue

ELITE

2X Damage 30%

Fork 33%

"I spit hot fire"

160

105 Okha

ELITE

Fork 20%

Wide Fork 20%

Hit one, hit two, hit all.

160

105 Okha

ELITE

Fork 20%

Wide Fork 20%

Hit one, hit two, hit all.

142

104 Viking Funeral

ELITE

2X Damage 25%

Burn 40%

Speed your foes on their way to Valhalla

142

104 Viking Funeral

ELITE

2X Damage 25%

Burn 40%

Speed your foes on their way to Valhalla

142

104 Viking Funeral

ELITE

2X Damage 25%

Burn 40%

Speed your foes on their way to Valhalla

86

104 Phyrenado