Eridani Light Horse Hunter Lance: Who Should Field It?
By Catalyst Game Labs Store | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: 商品レビュー
A practical buying guide to the Eridani Light Horse Hunter Lance ForcePack: who it suits, what the four 'Mechs do for your force, and when to skip it.
Quick answer
Field the Eridani Light Horse Hunter Lance if you want a ready-made mercenary-flavored BattleTech lance with four distinct heavy and assault chassis and a strong Star League heritage theme. Skip it if you already own those 'Mechs or need a lighter, faster force.
What the Hunter Lance actually gives you
The ForcePack contains four miniatures: the Banshee, Thunderbolt, Cyclops, and Sagittaire. That is a full lance of heavy and assault BattleMechs, which makes it a straightforward starting point for a mercenary command or a reinforcement for an existing Eridani Light Horse force. The box does not include rules or pilot cards beyond what the miniatures themselves represent, so you will still need the core BattleTech rules and record sheets to play.
Why the Eridani Light Horse theme matters
The Eridani Light Horse is one of the most storied mercenary units in the Inner Sphere, with roots in the original Star League. If you enjoy fielding a unit with a clear identity and a long history, this lance gives you that flavor without needing to paint or convert models to match. The trade-off is that the 'Mechs are not optimized for a single niche; they are a mixed bag of heavy and assault designs, so you will need to think about how they work together rather than relying on a pre-built synergy.
When the Hunter Lance is the wrong buy
If you already own a Banshee, Thunderbolt, Cyclops, or Sagittaire from another ForcePack or salvage box, this set duplicates models you may not need. Also, if your local meta favors fast, light cavalry or you are building a recon-focused force, these heavier chassis will feel slow. In those cases, a lighter lance or a different mercenary pack will serve you better.
Decision rules for the Hunter Lance
- You are starting a mercenary force: Buy it if you want a themed lance with a recognizable unit history and four heavy/assault chassis that can anchor a 3025 or Star League-era force. Check whether your planned force uses these four chassis before committing.
- You already own these 'Mechs: Skip it if you already have a Banshee, Thunderbolt, Cyclops, or Sagittaire from another source. The pack does not add new variants or exclusive parts. Compare your collection against the contents list first.
- You need speed over armor: Choose a lighter lance if your strategy relies on mobility. The Hunter Lance leans toward slower, tougher designs that excel in defensive or attrition games. Match the lance to your playstyle, not just the theme.
Product facts
- BattleTech: ForcePack: Eridani Light Horse Hunter Lance: Includes the Banshee, Thunderbolt, Cyclops, and Sagittaire. Gives you a complete lance of heavy and assault 'Mechs in one purchase, which is ideal for starting a mercenary force.
BattleTech: ForcePack: Eridani Light Horse Hunter Lance
Who should field the Hunter Lance?
Best for
- Players building an Eridani Light Horse mercenary command
- Anyone wanting a ready-made heavy/assault lance with Star League flavor
Not for
- Collectors who already own all four 'Mechs
- Players who prefer fast, light cavalry forces
