White Wolf #9
Stewart & Stephan Wieck
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SPT-2R Sprite
The SPT-2R Sprite is another relatively unknown Mech type. Its conception was based on the fact that if the 20 ton Mechs were maneuverable then a 15-tonner would dance rings around other Mechs. But the Sprite turned out to be worse in practice than was anticipated. It was too light. One direct blow from about any kind of weapon is likely to destroy the Sprite and its light armament is not likely to cause anything akin to fear in any other Mech (even the 20-tonners). Unfortunately, a large Star League grant had already been designated for use in building the Sprites and before the red tape to end the madness could be cleared-up there were already many of the Sprites. Today they are seen as worthless for combat purposes but some of the wealthier training schools/programs have gotten ahold of a number of these Mechs to give their trainees some actual field experience. In fact, there is one report of a small mercenary raid upon some Outer Sphere world which happened to be the location of a then secret House Kurita training school. The raiders were met by trainees piloting well over 20 of the tiny Sprites.
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