Brent , Joshua , Chandler, and Derek

On the Origin of Battlemechs

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On the Origin of Battlemechs is a podcast centered around the table top of Battletech. Each episode looks at a specific Mech in the Battletech universe. The subject Mech of each episode will be chronologically sequenced by first model. This podcast is intended as a resource for new and casual players of Battletech table top and Mech lore.

Author

Brent , Joshua , Chandler, and Derek

Episodes

OtOoB Ep 99: The Goliath Part B 25.04.2022 1:11:32

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss the Goliath part B. [0:00] - Introduction [3:28] - Models [40:50] - Pilot Profiles [52:12] - Data Dive: Outworlds Alliance Part 1 [1:08:00] - Sources Edited by: Brent Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, Andrew B, Jake, Boy_inna_mech, Squared, Austin B...

Armor Up Ep 15: The Manticore I & II 18.04.2022 56:45

In this episode Chandler and Mr. Brute, with the special guest host Ben "Bourben" talk about the different designs of the workhorse heavy tank, the Manticore! We also cover its very new sibling, the Manticore II! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, Andrew B, Jake, Boy_in...

OtOoB Ep 98: The Goliath Part A 11.04.2022 1:01:19

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss the Goliath part A. [0:00] - Introduction [3:20] - Models [31:45] - Pilot Profiles [43:27] - Data Dive: Magistracy of Canopus Part 1 [54:51] - Sources Edited by: Brent Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, Andrew B, Jake, Boy_inna_mech, Squared, Austin...

Armor Up Special: Get April Fooled! 04.04.2022 1:16:47

In this episode Chandler and Mr. Brute, with special guest host Conor, discuss the wild and wacky WiGE vehicles. Sometime we said we would never do. Prepare for shenanigans and lots of speed. Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, Andrew B, Jake, Boy_inna_mech, Squared, Aus...

OtOoB Ep 97: The Sentinel 28.03.2022 1:05:26

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss the Sentinel. [0:00] - Introduction [4:27] - Models [40:11] - Pilot Profiles [44:36] - Data Dive: House Davion Part 8 [1:00:08] - Sources Edited by: Brent Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, Andrew B, Jake, Boy_inna_mech, Squared, Austin B, Mario, and...

Armor Up Ep 14: The Condor Heavy Hover Tank 21.03.2022 57:23

In this episode Chandler and Mr. Brute talk about the zany designs of the Condor Heavy Hover Tank, with the special guest host Ben "Bourben"! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, Andrew B, Jake, Boy_inna_mech, Squared, Austin B, Mario, and P.C. "Mothman" McKenna Research...

OtOoB Ep 96: The Spider Part B 14.03.2022 41:13

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss the Spider part B. Data Dive: House Kurita Part 5. Edited by: Derek Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, Andrew B, Jake, Boy_inna_mech, Squared, Austin B, Mario, and P.C. "Mothman" McKenna Research Assistant: Jesty Ace Pilots: John Keith III, Metal Ed...

Armor Up Ep 13: The Alacorn 07.03.2022 39:08

In this episode Chandler and Mr. Brute talk about the troubled design history of the Alacorn, as well as go over what made the tank a huge success once New Earth figured out how magnets work! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, Andrew B, Jake, Boy_inna_mech, Squared, Aus...

OtOoB Ep 95: The Spider Part A 28.02.2022 43:35

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss the Spider part A. Data Dive: House Kurita Part 4. Edited by: Chandler Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, , Andrew B, Jake, Boy_inna_mech, Jesty, Squared, Austin B, and Mario Ace Pilots: John Keith III, Metal Ed, and Stahlkater

Armor Up Ep 12: The Gallant, Turhan, & Ku 21.02.2022 1:17:52

In this episode Chandler and Mr. Brute host our special guest from WolfNet, Matt "Bloodbath" Behrens, and talk about the Gallant, Turhan, and the Ku! We also go down the rabbit hole discussing BattleTech Video Games and other topics! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, ,...

OtOoB Ep 94: The Spector 14.02.2022 42:12

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss the Spector. Data Dive: Chameleon Light Polarization Shield, Null Signature System, and Void Signature System. Edited by: Derek Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, , Andrew B, Jake, Boy_inna_mech, Jesty, Squared, Austin B, and Mario Ace Pilots: John...

Armor Up Ep 11: The Ignis & Hipparch 07.02.2022 43:37

In this episode Chandler and Mr. Brute talk about two Rim Worlds Republic vehicles, the Ignis and the Hipparch! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn, Andrew W, Harris Hoffman, , Andrew B, Jake, Boy_inna_mech, Jesty, Squared, Austin B, and Mario Ace Pilots: John Keith III, Metal Ed, and Stahlkater

OtOoB Ep 93: The Battlemaster Part C 31.01.2022 1:08:47

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss the Battlemaster part C. Data Dive: Terran Hegemony Part 14. Edited by: Brent Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn Harris Hoffman Andrew W Andrew B Jake Boy_inna_mech Squared Jesty Austin B Mr. Brute Research Assistants: Benjamin Dyson Ace Pilots: John Keith III Metal Ed Stahlk...

Armor Up Ep 10: The Reaper, Apostle, & Ballista 24.01.2022 28:45

In this episode Chandler and Mr. Brute, and our special guest Brent talk about some of the first mobile artillery pieces in the IS: the Reaper, the Apostle, and the Ballista! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn Harris Hoffman Andrew W Andrew B Jake Boy_inna_mech Research Assistants: Benjamin Dyson...

OtOoB Ep 92: The Battlemaster Part B 17.01.2022 59:35

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss the Battlemaster part B. Data Dive: House Davion Part 7. Edited by: Brent Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn Harris Hoffman Andrew W Andrew B Jake Boy_inna_mech Squared Jesty Austin B Mr. Brute Research Assistants: Benjamin Dyson Ace Pilots: John Keith III Metal Ed Stahlkater

Armor Up Ep 9: The Sand Devil, Sabaku Kaze, & LTV4 10.01.2022 28:12

In this episode Chandler and Mr. Brute talk about some of the first hover tanks in the IS: The Sand Devil, the Sabaku Kaze, and the LTV4! NOTE: Auto quality on this episode is a bit off due to some echo, my apologies in advance. Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn Harris Hoffman Andrew W Andrew B...

OtOoB Ep 91: The Battlemaster Part A 03.01.2022 1:05:38

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss the Battlemaster part A. Data Dive: Command Mech. Edited by: Brent Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn Harris Hoffman Andrew W Andrew B Jake Boy_inna_mech Squared Jesty Austin B Mr. Brute Research Assistants: Benjamin Dyson Ace Pilots: John Keith III Metal Ed Stahlkater

Armor Up Ep 8: The LRM Carrier 31.12.2021 35:28

In this episode Chandler and Mr. Brute talk about the SRM Carrier's cooler cousin the LRM Carrier, and the ins and outs of LRMs, indirect fire, and semi-guided missiles! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn Harris Hoffman Andrew W Andrew B Jake Boy_inna_mech Research Assistants: Benjamin Dyson Ace...

OtOoB Ep 90: The Hermes 20.12.2021 39:07

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss the Hermes. Data Dive: Terran Hegemony Part 13. Edited by: Brent Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn Harris Hoffman Andrew W Andrew B Jake Boy_inna_mech Squared Jesty Austin B Mr. Brute Research Assistants: Benjamin Dyson Ace Pilots: John Keith III Metal Ed Stahlkater

Armor Up Ep 7: The SRM Carrier & Light SRM Carrier 13.12.2021 34:41

Armor Up Episode 7: In this episode Chandler and Mr. Brute talk about the SRM Carrier, its little brother the Light SRM Carrier, and all their weird cousins! Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn Harris Hoffman Andrew W Andrew B Jake Boy_inna_mech Research Assistants: Benjamin Dyson Ace Pilots: John...

OtOoB Ep 89: The Exterminator 06.12.2021 1:02:29

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Josh from MechBay Podcast discuss the Exterminator. Data Dive: ComStar Part 2. Edited by: Geoff Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn Harris Hoffman Andrew W Andrew B Jake Boy_inna_mech Squared Jesty Austin B Mr. Brute Research Assistants: Benjamin Dyson Ace Pilots: John Keith III Metal Ed St...

Foundation Analysis Ep 10 04.12.2021 22:19

Foundation Analysis Episode 10, today we talk about the episode "The Leap" and of course Spoilers! Brent talks about his love of the Foundation series and talks about the Apple TV production. Patreon Discord

Armor Up Ep 6: The Marsden I and II 29.11.2021 38:25

Armor Up Episode 6: Today Chandler, Mr. Brute, and Derek cover the Lyran Marsden I and II tanks. Edited by: Chandler Reller Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn Harris Hoffman Andrew W Andrew B Jake Boy_inna_mech Research Assistants: Benjamin Dyson Ace Pilots: John Keith III Metal Ed Stahlkater

Foundation Analysis Ep 9 23.11.2021 18:08

Foundation Analysis Episode 9, today we talk about the episode "The First Crisis" and of course Spoilers! Brent talks about his love of the Foundation series and talks about the Apple TV production. Patreon Discord

OtOoB Ep 88: The Shootist 22.11.2021 37:20

In this ep Brent, Chandler, and Derek discuss the Shootist. Data Dive: The MRBC. Edited by: Brent Patreon Twitter: @OriginofMechs Discord Email: ontheoriginofbattlemechs@gmail.com Student Patrons: Jared Hahn Harris Hoffman Andrew W Andrew B Jake Boy_inna_mech Squared Jesty Austin B Research Assistants: Benjamin Dyson Ace Pilots: John Keith III Metal Ed Stahlkater