BattleTech: A Strategic and Tactical Primer (Pt 7)

Continuing my sharing of the Strategy and Tactics Guide from the defunct Clan Box Set. This is from a first draft written in 2008. All errors are my own, including bad writing. 😛 SCOUTS (RECON, PURSUIT) ‘Mechs in a scouting role are by nature extremely fast, using speed to achieve their objectives and to avoid […]

BattleTech: A Strategic and Tactical Primer (Pt. 6)

Part 6 of the Strategy and Tactics Guide from the cancelled Clan Box Set. Errors are my own, as this is straight from a first draft. BATTLETECH FORCES Not every ‘Mech is appropriate for every type of scenario, so match the machine to the mission when choosing BattleMechs. This section will help you do that […]

BattleTech: A Strategic and Tactical Primer(Pt. 5)

Part 5 of the Strategy and Tactics Guide from the cancelled Clan Box Set. Errors are my own, as this is straight from a first draft. PHYSICAL ATTACKS Don’t overlook the chance to inflict a few extra points of damage by making physical attacks. Though Clan warriors tend to frown up such actions, it is […]

BattleTech: A Strategic and Tactical Primer(Pt. 4)

Part 4 of the Strategy and Tactics Guide from the cancelled Clan Box Set. Errors are my own, as this is straight from a first draft. WEAPON ATTACKS Generally, it’s best to always fire every weapon that has a chance of hitting the target, because one can never predict which weapon will mean the difference […]

BattleTech: A Strategic and Tactical Primer (Pt. 3)

Attacker Movement In Target Movement, we advised you to move your ‘Mechs as far as possible to achieve the maximum possible target movement modifier. If you plan to attack during the turn, however, you also need to consider the effect of your ’Mech’s movement on its to-hit number. The movement mode you use each turn […]

BattleTech: A Strategic and Tactical Primer (Pt. 2)

Movement The heart of the BattleTech game is effective maneuvering. Games often are won or lost on the strength of the competent, well-thought-out movement of each ‘Mech. Movement is intimately connected to both attacking your enemies and defending your own ‘Mechs. Successfully balanced, these factors lead to a winning movement strategy. By moving defensively, you […]

BattleTech: A Strategic and Tactical Primer (Pt 1)

Back in early 2008, I was asked to contribute to an upcoming BattleTech product. Designed to be an expansion to the at-the-time forthcoming Introductory Box Set, the Clan Box Set Expansion would elevate technology, rules, and units for both new and experienced players alike. I was asked to write the Strategy and Tactics booklet. In […]