6mm Locust LCT-1V

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The Locust was one of the most common BattleMechs ever produced, with a production run that spanned over two centuries. Designed by Bergan Industries in 2499, this compact 'Mech was built for speed and agility, making it an excellent choice for reconnaissance and quick strike missions. With its remarkable speed, the Locust could outrun most enemies, and when cornered, its light array of weapons provided a last-ditch defense against foes. Despite being outgunned by other BattleMechs, the Locust's agility made it a formidable opponent in close combat. Bergan Industries built the Locust at eight different factories, supplying the Star League and its member states right through to the Amaris Civil War. During the Succession Wars, the number of manufacturers increased, with nearly a dozen factories producing the design, including some in the Periphery. Bergan's Ares facility was just one of several locations where the Locust was built, alongside other notable producers like Defiance Industries on Furillo and Corean Enterprises on Stewart. The wide range of manufacturers kept production costs low and parts widely available, making the Locust a favorite among lowly pirates and corporate defense forces alike. This accessibility also led to many different variants of the Locust being produced, although those in the Periphery were largely limited to building the original LCT-1V model. As the Succession Wars drew to a close, manufacturers within the Successor States began experimenting with new technologies to update the Locust design. The Capellan Confederation modified the Ares facility to build the LCT-1L variant, which featured a version of Triple-Strength Myomer that wouldn't catch on fire. Other updated variants, including the LCT-3D, LCT-3M, and LCT-3S, were introduced in time for the Clan Invasion. After the war, the Word of Blake approached Corean Enterprises about creating a new Locust variant for their militia, agreeing to purchase the entire first production run. The Periphery powers also began fielding updated variants of their own, although none of the Great Houses showed much interest in revitalizing the line. Even into the thirty-second century, the Locust continues to be produced and used in the Periphery. Exported from Mechwarrior Online, a free-to-play game available at mwomercs.com. The design will also feature in the upcoming Battletech strategy game at battletechgame.com.