In 2740, the iconic Cicada BattleMech, born from the brilliant minds at HartfordCo, entered the scene as a formidable alternative to the beloved Locust scout 'Mech. Despite its higher cost, the Cicada's superior combat capabilities, attributed to its increased mass, made it the choice of the prestigious Star League.
However, the Succession Wars ravaged the manufacturing facility of HartfordCo, leaving the Cicada's fate hanging by a thread. But hope rekindled when the Helm Memory Core, a technological treasure trove, was unearthed. Free Worlds Defense Industries (FWDI) seized this opportunity and breathed new life into Cicada production at their Gibson facility.
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