To spice up the game a light mech could use a special TAG missile or laser designator to an Overlords Longtom
Along the same line support units like anti Mech Personal squads, All level of tanks. My fav the demolisher. 80 ton twin AC-20



Aerospace fighters like these. Thank You Crusher Joe.
So it could be like this.
Both sides get defense points and offense points to spend on AI units. From either a defended position or a drop ship.
Choice of squad mates could give more points towards support AI.
A bit much but only if...