iMech
| Ferrite: | 1350 |
| Bioptics: | 600 |
| Crystal: | 40 |
iMechs were specifically developed for extra-atmospheric battles, and come complete with all needed life support systems. A pilot can use his craft in a low or no oxygen environment for up to 5 hours before needing to refresh the air filter. This practical machine can also be used in hazardous settings on planets, such as ice-fields or in and around volcanoes, where the enhanced shielding will protect both mecha and pilot. As a result, iMechs are often used by industrial concerns, outfitted with the appropriate equipment, for mining and building new colony outposts. High level craft have advanced shields which are handy for harsh environment jobs, as well as combat.
| Statistical Readout | |
|---|---|
| Tonnage | 30 |
| Armor Points | 70 |
| Start Weapons | 3 |
| Min Level | 12 |
| Levels/Weapon | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Talbus Arms |
| Bonuses | |
|---|---|
| Build | Proj. Damage + 5% |
| Build | Crit-Kill 2% |
| Build | Speed + 5 |
| Level 2 | + 1 Cockpit Slot |
| Level 4 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
| Level 6 | + 1 Weapon Slot |
| Level 10 | Proj. Damage + 5% |
| Level 10 | + 1 Shield Slot |
| Level 12 | + 1 Weapon Slot |
| Level 13 | Proj. Damage + 5% |
| Level 18 | + 1 Weapon Slot |
| Level 18 | Slow (4) |
| Level 22 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
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Level 24
+ every 6 levels |
+ 1 Weapon Slot |
| Level 26 | Slow (2) |
| Level 30 | Shield (5) |
| Level 32 | Proj. Damage + 3% |
| Level 36 | + 1 Engine Slot |
| Level 36 | Slow (4) |
| Level 44 | Slow (4) |
| Level 50 | Shield (10) |
| Level 60 | + 1 Engine Slot |
| Level 63 | Proj. Damage + 5% |
| Level 70 | Proj. Damage + 5% |
| Level 80 | Shield (10) |
| Level 90 | Crit-Kill 5% |
| Level 93 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 100 | + 1 Cockpit Slot |
| Level 103 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 108 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 122 | Slow (1) |
| Level 130 | Shield (2) |
| Level 137 | Proj. Damage + 1% |
| Level 163 | Slow (2) |
| Level 174 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 175 | + 1 Shield Slot |
| Level 182 | Shield (5) |
| Level 190 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 214 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 224 | Shield (5) |
| Level 232 | Crit-Kill 2% |
| Level 236 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 250 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 250 | + 1 Chassis Slot |
| Level 255 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 262 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 268 | Slow (1) |
| Level 273 | Shield (2) |
| Level 278 | Proj. Damage + 1% |
| Level 291 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 300 | + 1 Engine Slot |
| Level 302 | Slow (2) |
| Level 318 | Shield (5) |
| Level 329 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 340 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 347 | Shield (5) |
| Level 353 | Crit-Kill 2% |
| Level 357 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 365 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 370 | Proj. Damage + 2% |
| Level 374 | Speed + 2 |
| Level 385 | Slow (1) |
| Level 389 | Shield (2) |
| Level 400 | Proj. Damage + 1% |
| Level 400 | + 1 Cockpit Slot |
Advanced sensor arrays help iMech computers target enemy's weak points, disrupting their electronics and slowing them down.
Many of the Cogwerk clans use fleets of iMechs to quietly unload merchant freighters in planetary orbit, and transport the stolen goods to the black markets on the nearby colonies. To assist the pilots, they use small transports to provide fresh air filters in between destinations. The nigh invisible radar signature of the iMechs ensures a 99% success rate for such missions.
Legendary Pilots
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Nathaniel Parson
-Once thought of as a "joker", Nathaniel achieved notoriety for his artful piloting skills of lighter mecha and particularly the iMech, in which he has the "Joker" card pinned to the dash and painted on the cockpit. Many scoffed at his warning, "Beware the day the specialists rise." Who's laughing now?
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Feng Jiang
Aware that speed is the great equalizer, Feng Jiang has commanded his squadron to specialize in projectile-based "gunboats", like the humble iMech...the very same model he used to win his first gold medal in King of the Mountain. He has also won the 33rd Century's only Reverse Engineering badge, for experimental work in railgun precision, which led to an improved understanding of both weapon attributes and dodging maneuvers. Today, he is a font of wisdom regarding mecha optimization, both for new and veteran pilots. But he never barges into a discussion uninvited: like Confucius, he cannot enlighten those who are not eager to learn.
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PieBob
An infamous smuggler of exotic cheeses, PieBob's iMech has toured distant farm worlds where combat mechs are rarely seen. Rumors abound of her "Angstgiving" feasts, an odd parody of a legendary old earth tradition.
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Keyvan Agahi
Keyvan maintains an advanced research facility amidst the rings of Saturn. He and his loyal team use a number of iMech units to carry out biochemical observations of Old Earth.
Armament
iMech comes fully equiped with:
13
106
Medium Cannon
COMMON
A potent gauss weapon. The bread and butter of any ambitious new squadron.
13
106
Medium Cannon
COMMON
A potent gauss weapon. The bread and butter of any ambitious new squadron.
11
105
Fury Laser
COMMON
Two large yellow lasers send penetrating beams towards lower level opponents. A good upgrade for developing an improved arsenal.
If purchased individually, these weapons alone would cost:
555 Ferrite
444 Bioptics
8 Crystal
Buy an iMech
| Ferrite: | 1350 |
| Bioptics: | 600 |
| Crystal: | 40 |