Dragonslayer Ornstein, on 30 January 2013 - 07:42 AM, said:
Edit: Source is page 36-37 in the Tech Manual, for those who are interested. The bit entitled "Fusion Engine Explosions: The Great Myth."
I actually really enjoy the novels, but to also to give more credit to the fact that mechs do have fussion reactor explosions. Blaine lee Pardoe had a reactor explode. The pilot of the mech initiated the explosion and it ended up sending out an emp to all of the surrounding mechs within close proximity. Twighlight Saga Book one "Exodus Road" Toward the end of the book if I remember. So it was not just Stackpole who wrote on the explosions but multiple authors. Which I know could start a debate on Tabletop Vs Novel....to forstall that I'm just saying Fussion explosions would be a great addition to the game b/c not only is it another strategy to be mindful of but also it's freaking cool : )