Orion All custom builds and discussion, related to the Orion, are posted here. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:24:54 +0000 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:24:54 +0000 MechSpecs.com https://mechspecs.com/forums/orion.157/ ON1 Club of 1000+ Tue, 20 Feb 2018 12:19:38 +0000 https://mechspecs.com/threads/on1-club-of-1000.4632/ https://mechspecs.com/threads/on1-club-of-1000.4632/ invalid@example.com (Blagg Zear) Blagg Zear
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(1x UAC5, 2x LLas, 3x SRM4) ----------------> "Vicious 1K+"]]> 11 Which Orion(s) Should I get? Thu, 09 Apr 2015 15:38:19 +0000 https://mechspecs.com/threads/which-orion-s-should-i-get.2912/ https://mechspecs.com/threads/which-orion-s-should-i-get.2912/ invalid@example.com (enileph) enileph Othere than the CT problem how do you guys think about the variants?

My take without buying them.
All variants have the same engine and ability it seems, difference are the hardpoints.

ON1-K
4e1b2m. For some reason makes me think this may be a decent energ weapon variant, but the tonnage may not be enough to support both the missiles and the ballistic. Guess you have to choose one.

ON1-M
3e1b3m. Not sure what to do with this one. You can make a zombie I guess, but... Zombie would be a joke given that giant CT.

ON1-V
2e2b3m. Oh unless you go for the hero the only one with 2 ballistics slot. You may need that if you want to go with things like 2x AC5. the missile hardpoints are nice also. Maybe I should get this one?

ON1-VA
2e1b4m. LRM boat or SRM boat? Seems nice as this is the goto variant for missiles.

PROTECTOR
3e2b2m. does not seem to be impressive for a hero. Even the max engine is the same as the other...

Which Orion(s) Should I get?]]> 11 Analysis about the ON1 Sat, 26 Apr 2014 15:09:16 +0000 https://mechspecs.com/threads/analysis-about-the-on1.3000/ https://mechspecs.com/threads/analysis-about-the-on1.3000/ invalid@example.com (Aylek) Aylek
As this would probably be lost quickly in the abyss the official forums are I decided to 'safe' his analysis and thoughts here. Feel free to add as well.

Analysis about the ON1]]> 7 Hitbox changes - More STD engines over XL? Fri, 25 Apr 2014 13:31:07 +0000 https://mechspecs.com/threads/hitbox-changes-more-std-engines-over-xl.3962/ https://mechspecs.com/threads/hitbox-changes-more-std-engines-over-xl.3962/ invalid@example.com (Tooooon) Tooooon 3 The Unholy Topic 666 Posts Tue, 18 Feb 2014 14:51:37 +0000 https://mechspecs.com/threads/the-unholy-topic-666-posts.4868/ https://mechspecs.com/threads/the-unholy-topic-666-posts.4868/ invalid@example.com (Tristan Lorius) Tristan Lorius 1 Feedback Wanted - 2xLPL,2xSSRM,AMS,2xAC2,XL340 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 02:55:36 +0000 https://mechspecs.com/threads/feedback-wanted-2xlpl-2xssrm-ams-2xac2-xl340.4627/ https://mechspecs.com/threads/feedback-wanted-2xlpl-2xssrm-ams-2xac2-xl340.4627/ invalid@example.com (Sir Tiddles) Sir Tiddles

My main requirements for this build are:
* I want to run 70kph+ (hence big engine)
* Have AMS because Orions need all the survivability they can grab with that giant torso.
* Have something long range to poke at people while closing (I really wanted a gaus, but couldn't fit. Dual AC2s are surprisingly powerful, but definitely not enough ammo on this build).
* Be able to handle lights that constantly circle of death bigger mechs(reason for SSRMs)
* Large Pulse Lasers are by far my favorite weapon, as I generally am a mid range harasser and sometimes brawler. I love these in the arms for great angle shots.
* Be able to operate in hot environments without overheating every 10 seconds in constant battle....

Feedback Wanted - 2xLPL,2xSSRM,AMS,2xAC2,XL340]]> 7 Over 700? Tue, 21 Jan 2014 23:23:15 +0000 https://mechspecs.com/threads/over-700.3112/ https://mechspecs.com/threads/over-700.3112/ invalid@example.com (Shilkor) Shilkor I bought my 1st Orion at 11 sept, the V type. after 17th sept I bought K and VA version. Elite level done, but not Master. After 277 match with my favorite ON1-V, I got the decent fit for me:



( http://www.mechspecs.com/forum/index.php?topic=3765.0 )

I know I am not a great mechpilot yet, but done 700+ damage with my AS7-D. Usually I do 400+ damage with this Orion, but best is about 651.
What can you advice to me? Change weapons, or change playstyle for more damage?
Or basically CAN DO more than 700 damage with an Orion?

What is your best damage? (and with what type of weapons?)]]> 19 Is the Orion CT fixed on 9/17 patch? Sun, 22 Sep 2013 18:37:40 +0000 https://mechspecs.com/threads/is-the-orion-ct-fixed-on-9-17-patch.2985/ https://mechspecs.com/threads/is-the-orion-ct-fixed-on-9-17-patch.2985/ invalid@example.com (Daekar) Daekar 2 Verbs review - The Protector Sun, 15 Sep 2013 18:27:32 +0000 https://mechspecs.com/threads/verbs-review-the-protector.2683/ https://mechspecs.com/threads/verbs-review-the-protector.2683/ invalid@example.com (Verbosity) Verbosity
At it's heart: the torso.
So there is one big issue with the protector, it's torso, simply put, it's ALL CT, there is no side torsos to speak of, every single one of my many deaths was loss of the CT. This might well have one advantage, if the side torsos are not taking damage then an XL engine is more viable. Ok that might be contentious, but I think we'll see xl engines in these as standard. Additionally , this thing is big and slow, I suspect running an xl 325/250 or even a 360 might be the way to go.

AMS as standard.
I've never seen any other mech go down as quick under LRM fire, AMS is a must have feature on every build.

Battlefield Role?

Brawler - Due to the torso 'issue' this thing can't brawl, it saddens me to say this, and while its got quite a selection of brawling loadouts, the fact every point of damage goes on the...

Verbs review - The Protector]]> 27 So how do you play your Orion(s)? Wed, 11 Sep 2013 19:13:30 +0000 https://mechspecs.com/threads/so-how-do-you-play-your-orion-s.2866/ https://mechspecs.com/threads/so-how-do-you-play-your-orion-s.2866/ invalid@example.com (Blagg Zear) Blagg Zear
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