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**Slarg232**

n0t_u wrote:If it ends up like that I'd probably not play it.

Agreed, that would just be ridiculous.

Melissia wrote:Yeah, probably.

I mean people are arguing, and I mean things like twenty pages spread over three separate threads, that aiming should not be a required skill in MWO. Which is .... mind-boggling.

Yeah, bad things happen when people stick too closely to another rulesset.

**Soladrin**

Wait Wait... so these people just want to have single button to press, that executes all their actions based on random variables? That almost sounds like... the tabletop game, why would you want a video game then?

**SagesStone**

Don't have to paint and walk?

Edit: I remembered these so I'd say go outside instead.

**Melissia**

Soladrin wrote:Wait Wait... so these people just want to have single button to press, that executes all their actions based on random variables? That almost sounds like... the tabletop game, why would you want a video game then?

Because any video game that has variations from the tabletop games causes them to RAAAAAAEG!

**His Master's Voice**

I must admit I didn't think anyone could redesign Atlas to look a)like Atlas, b)not utterly stupid. I was wrong. The Hunchback is pure awesome too. When the game comes out, I'll be rippin the models out and using them as benchmarks for making 3d printable miniatures for my playgroup.

**Shrike325**

Melissia wrote:
Soladrin wrote:Wait Wait... so these people just want to have single button to press, that executes all their actions based on random variables? That almost sounds like... the tabletop game, why would you want a video game then?
Because any video game that has variations from the tabletop games causes them to RAAAAAAEG!

This is most likely the standard 80/20 issue. 20% of the people (I would say less in this situation) making 80% of the noise.

**Melissia**

Now introducing:

http://mwomercs.com/forums/topic/1835-battlemech-4-dragon/
Draconis Combine Military Service Dragon Frontline Battlemech

The Dragon Has Life
Who of Us Can Say What it
Will Do Once Released?

Luthien, 2754: With production to begin shortly, Luthien Armor Works will commence construction of the first in a long line of 60 tonne DRG-1N Dragon BattleMechs for the Draconis Combine. Described as a long-range focussed ‘Mech capable of handling threats at all ranges, the Dragon has a ground speed of 86.4 km/h via a Vlar 300 engine, ten tonnes of Starshield armour, a Telos DecaCluster LRM-10, Imperator-A Autocannon/5, and two Victory 23R Medium Lasers.

“We are thrilled with the induction of our newest BattleMech, the DRG-1N Dragon.” A Draconis Combine representative was quoted as saying. “We are excited to be working with such highly regarded manufacturers at Luthien Armor Works.”
At 60 tonnes and boasting such a massive engine, the Dragon is clearly designed to let the pilot choose when and where combat happens (and likely how it ends). With the indirect-fire capabilities of the Telos DecaCluster LRM-10 combined with the range of the Imperator-A Autocannon/5, the Dragon will be able to bring down most foes before they even get into the range of its two Victory 23R Medium Lasers.

“Let our enemies quake in their boots, there is yet another weapon to fear in the hands of the Draconis Combine.” said another Draconis Combine representative. “Our pilots are thrilled to be blessed with such an amazing piece of technology. Like the warriors katana, the Dragon is in perfect balance. With speed, agility, and capability will we defeat our enemies.”

Originally designed to replace the Shadow Hawks in the Star League Defence Force ranks, the design was turned down. We do not know why, but from what we have seen, that may have been a grave error. The MechWarrior test pilot told us of his experience handling the new Dragon ‘Mech:
“I was honored to be chosen to test pilot the Dragon. It is a very capable design in the hands of a true warrior. Its specifications including a 86.4 km/h top speed and ten tonnes of armor will surely aid us to glorious victory.”

While we can’t speak for ‘Mech pilots everywhere, we know that the Dragon looks like a fantastic design, and is sure to please those lucky enough to pilot them.

**SagesStone**

That's an awesome looking mech.

**Melissia**

Indeed it is. My favorite DCMS mech too.

**helgrenze**

I think I would rather have a Shadowhawk though... some of the later configurations fit my tastes.

**Soladrin**

Looks nice!

**Melissia**

I want to see taht dragon do this:

**Garuss Acine**

I can't tell if I like the new Dragon or not, though I will say why even take the original Dragon, when the 1G came out in 39, that PPC just gives more punch to it. I doubt that if we get access to ERPPCs and XLs that we won't see some Grand Dragons floating about soon either.

this image does however get me interested to see how the Banshee(BNC-3S), Awesome and Battlemaster will turn out.

**Ledabot**

I thought it looked great when i saw it. Just wondering why it has a claw.

**Melissia**

They plan on adding melee eventually.

**Soladrin**

Wait battletech has melee?...

That's kind of.. weird. The machines never really look like being any good at that...

I prefer big guns anyway.

Or wrist mounted laser blades.. that can fire energy waves...

**helgrenze**

Hatchetman, Axeman... There were rules for melee weapons, punching, kicking, and even jumping on other mechs.

**Melissia**

There was an image of a 100 ton Atlas punching the hell out of a 90 ton Warhawk/Masakari I believe.

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**Slarg232**

So do you guys think WoT would be good practice for this game?

I'm currently recovering my Hacked Beta Account, hopefully they give me whatever the bastard earned on my account.

**Soladrin**

WoT?

**Slarg232**

World of Tanks.

**Ledabot**

Not really, but I can't talk since i never played.

**Soladrin**

Very much doubt that. They don't seem to have much in common.

**Slarg232**

Soladrin wrote:Very much doubt that. They don't seem to have much in common.

True, but it would help us see who is like what, what everyone plays like, and such.

**SagesStone**

Though the addition of melee would make it more interesting. I know I'd at least put some melee into my one as it would hopefully be lighter than most weapons and allow for either more armour or more speed.

**Shrike325**

Latest update:

They've posted a large number of concept photos of a cockpit up on the site. As well as concept art for the Jenner.

**Ledabot**

Yea. Along with a mildly funny article from one of the Q and A guys that misposted some stuff

**Shrike325**

Also, there was a series of photos and garbled transmissions on their facebook page throughout the day. Was kind of interesting to try and figure out what these "intercepted" transmissions were saying as you got, potentially?, in game views from out a cockpit.

**Soladrin**

I miss the days of ARG campaigns :(

**Slarg232**

ARG's Campains?