V5.00ˆ_AthosATH-1S¾ ’†´àøDàøDèA@A@@MA 7 7 5 4 12 3  # # ) 8 Krupp Model 28 Krupp Model 2iHolly?( Pontiac Light8 Krupp Model 27Krupp Model 328 Krupp Model 28iiii ùù8 8 ????????ÏÏ 8 77âÿ$ The Athos was created with one word in mind: Longevity. With weapon systems common within the entire Inner Sphere the Athos can be a battlefield asset to any commander. The Athos is sort of a jack of all trades in combat but its true strength is more on the logistical side of battle. The need for the Assault Mech grows but the problem is that most systems are becoming rare daily. The Athos is only prepared with common lasers, missiles, and autocannon. One of the most astounding features is its ability to replace its weapons with speed (Rumor has it that the Athos was the basis for an OmniMech). The BattleMech has a "hard point system" meaning that energy weapons can be mounted in a section that has energy weapons and so fourth. While limiting customization in this modular way the Athos lowers the cost and time for repairs. Another special feature is the CASE system; this rids the one hit knockout of an ammo explosion which constantly plagues the battlefield. For the increase in cost, CASE has worked out nicely on this design giving more to the longevity concept. After an explosion CASE will be hard to replace, but most warriors are expected to make due with adding another weapon or heat sink. For range the 1S relies on its dual Autocannon-5 in its right side. Though lackluster for an assault chassis they can be paired with its central large laser with little or no heat issues. Up close it relies on a trio of medium lasers and dual SRM-6's s to tear apart its foes. The 2S is almost identical but better suited for ranged combat; the use of 2 LRM-10's, a large laser, and an Autocannon 10 make up for long range firepower proving to be effective. Up close it has the same trio of medium lasers for backup. Both configurations, however, come equipped with a single rear mounted laser.     The Athos is hoped to see widespread use among the successor states but is currently used for garrison duty on Terra. When times of cries come about and logistics becoming a problem it is expected that the Athos will become more useful and possibly increase in demand.  [ none ]Krupp Armaments WorksTerra, GermanyPitban Krupp 200Krupp ATH Mk IIKrupp-COMM 500 Garret O2jNone