V5.0077ScorpionSCP-1N DeltaMod ?&Z>DDApA@MM 3 5 3 2 2 5   Altima PounderAltima Pounder;Sutel Precision Line"""""""""""""""""""" " ;;m When Brigaidier introduced the Scorpion Class, the 'Mech received mixed reviews. As the first of the four-legged 'Mechs, it was called the "white elephant" of the military corps. Troops dropped that nickname soon after they fought in close quarters with the 'Mech, however. The Scorpion was the dreamchild of Dr. David Harrison, who projected that a four-legged 'Mech would offer greater movement flexibility in combat. Because it can raise and lower its weapons, it gets extended range from them. Unfortunately, the Scorpion proved to be more of a target than a fire platform against BattleMechs of the same weight class. As an infantry support vehicle, however, it proved to be effective because it could move faster than most common tanks and carry much more firepower.y As the saying goes, "Piloting a Scorpion is like strapping yourself to a raging bull." It is true that the SCP-1N does not move as smoothly as a two-legged 'Mech. A ride will often toss the pilot about violently. The Scorpion does not carry a great deal of firepower because much of its space is allocated to control devices and to the special gyros that keep the 'Mech functional. These gyros are so advanced that the 'Mech can move as long as two of its four legs are still functioning. However, this also depends on the skill of the pilot. The 'Mech's crab-like stance makes it stand out in a battlefield. It moves like a spider and can pivot much faster than other 'Mechs. The Scorpion's specially constructed heat sinks are distributed in all four legs, allowing the 'Mech to vent nearly twice as much heat, even when standing in shallow water. The Anderson Armaments PPC proved to be the Scorpion's stinger. Many consider the sturdy design to be the best weapon produced by the firm. Linked to the Garret GRNDTRK 9 targeting and tracking system, the system was particularly deadly. When used against infantry, the 'Mech seems to have only one weak area, which is its underside. If enemy troops can get a clear shot at the underside of a Scorpion, the battle is soon over. The armor there is rather thin and does not protect many crucial areas, including the cockpit. The Scorpion's history is tainted with stories of how the middleweight 'Mech falls so easily in fighting. Though some of these stories are true, they do not provide an accurate picture of this 'Mech's true capabilities. Brigadier had two facilities still functioning at the end of the First Succession War: one in the Free Worlds League and one in the Draconis Combine. Neither lasted very long in the Second Succession War, but the Scorpions produced before the destruction of the facilities are officially classified as Star League BattleMechs. The Fusiliers of Oriente's Fourth Brigade used Scorpions during the battle for Hassad against House Liao. Throughout the summer months of 2925, the Scorpions of the Fourth Brigade plowed through the swamps of Hassad's lowlands, driving the Liao infantry along before them. Their unique heat sinks performed well in the cool waters of the swamp, turning this average 'Mech into a very dangerous foe. Their advances tied down nearly two full companies of Liao Guards, eventually forcing the defenders to give way to a Marik onslaught. In 2944, the Federated Suns felt the sting of the Scorpion on the planet Styx. House Kurita used several lances of Scorpions to draw the defenders of Lake Wio into the open. Thinking the Scorpions to be easy targets, the Davion boats moved in closely, as did several shore-based 'Mechs. The battle lasted several days. In the end, the Scorpions won the day, though control of the world did not hinge on that single battle. House Davion tried the same tactic against Kurita forces on Royal. However, missile-armed infantry dove under the Scorpions, tearing up their undersides and destroying the 'Mechs at very close range. Though this tactic can cost many lives, it was very effective here. By 3018, no House had a single unit composed entirely of Scorpion Class 'Mechs. Most of these 'Mechs had been shifted to a support role, and even some of those have not received needed replacement parts. Most Scorpion MechWarriors fear that their 'Mechs may be scrapped entirely. House Steiner is already beginning to scrap most of its Scorpions for needed repair parts. The program is estimated to be completed by 3026, and it is expected that other Houses will follow suit.The Kaotaris Deltamod series are a group of 'Mech modifications testing new technologies, such as enhanced armor compounds and weapon advancements. The Deltamodified Scorpion replaces the particle beam cannon with an enhanced pulse-technology laser, and the short range missile rack is replaced with a pair of prototype single-missile "Thunderbolt" systems. This weapon configuration almost reverses the conventional setup, in which the missiles play short range support to the particle cannon. The pulse laser's reduced range but enhanced accuracy compliments the enhanced range of the Thunderbolt systems while offering approximately thirty-five to fifty percent more firepower.%MechWarrior Wendall Puritan II Wendell was assigned to House Steiner's Lyran Guard when he was told that his family 'Mech, a Scorpion, was going to be scrapped for parts. He was offered a replacement 'Mech, but he turned it down in favor of becoming a mercenary. Currently, he is employed with Smithson's Chinese Bandits, which are working for House Marik. His Scorpion is in perfect condition. MechWarrior Regent Ryal Regent is currently a fire-support MechWarrior with House Kurita's Pesht Regulars. She has been in many fights, and her Scorpion shows it. The right front leg has been replaced four times, and her commanding officers have told her that she will get no more replacements. Regent is an average pilot who is the laughingstock of her company because of her 'Mech's condition. Text from TRO 3025, entered by Josh Helton, aka Maverick Distribution from RS 3025/3026, entered by Thom Breakiron Part of the Kaotaris Deltamod Series [ none ]Brigadier Corporation (Unknown)VOXDelta PrototypeBrigadier 800F Garret 500AGarret GRNDTRK 9None