posted March 01, 2004 08:17 PM
Project: Final Legacy-Goal-
The goal of this project is to build the most advanced Mecha Unit capable of taking on whole enemy forces on its own. Various other technologies have been studied and will also be implemented into this unit’s design with slight modifications. The unit which will be used as a base subject for this project will be the modified version of the AC Lost Legacy Reborn which was advanced by the being H-1. After the final confrontation with H-1 the AC was seriously damaged and its passengers were not found on board, though it is still undetermined if Cronic and Alisa survived the explosion of the massive space fortress. Now, the AC will be rebuilt with the new technology and part modifications.
-Mecha Technologies Researched-
Prior to the discovery of the said to be destroyed AC Unit, Lost Legacy, other Mecha Technologies were researched. The knowledge of the Heralidic Race was very massive, which proved it was a race devoted to learning everything. The Heralidic Race had originated in Narria and used the Aether Gates to travel to other worlds in hope of expanding their knowledge. This also explains how they had data on technology such as Orbital Frames and Gears. When their home in Narria was destroyed Aldaris was the one who saved their archievs containing all of their collected knowledge. Aldaris has been an important member of this project and he has supplied the team with all the research on these technologies:
1: Orbital Frame
2: AC
3: Gear
4: Veritech
5: Goddess Ingrid
6: Gundam
-Reconstruction of Lost Legacy-
All remaining armor was completely removed and scrapped as the frame itself was also removed. Internal functions were repaired as best as possible but most were damaged beyond repair and without the original design plans of H-1 it was impossible to rebuild them. These functions have instead been replaced by “Nano-Assemblers”: Internal Systems Repair and Systems Switching
The most amazing aspects of the AC which also remained intact was the cockpit and “Pilot/Mech Interface System”. Tests have shown that the system was able to transform the emotions of the Pilot into pure energy which was actually supplied by the Pilot. However, what is unique about this is that the AC itself as gave off the same emotions as if it was also a living being, an exact copy of the Pilot’s personality and thought patterns. Even if the Pilot was not present in the cockpit the AC could still react to the thoughts of the Pilot and even act on its own. This is probably the reason for why the AC was not destroyed in the explosion even with its technology. The cockpit section was set aside from the Mech unit to continue the reconstruction. Also, upon further study of the cockpit, there was no trace of a computer which must have something to do with the Pilot/Mech Interface System. However, with the coming additions and modifications only the original Pilot would be able to make the unit work without a computer. So, we have added a “Metatron Computer” to make up for this without changing anything.
The AC’s Generator was completely destroyed due to overheating as it appears that the Radiator was shut down. The reasoning for this lies in Lost Legacy’s main weapon. The massive solid type sword it used was also a highly advanced Charged Particle Beam Cannon. However, it seems that the technology belonging to H-1 was unable to find another means for keeping the weapon from overheating before it could be fired other than routing the Cannon to the AC’s Radiator Unit. During that battle Cronic must have over used the Cannon and had blown out Lost Legacy’s Radiator. He then must have fired it again which caused the Generator to also give out due to the heat from the Cannon and the extra amount of energy being given to the right arm to compensate for the stress caused by the opposite force and recoil. Instead of replacing the Generator with another one or something else similar to it we have gotten in touch with the Heralidic Aldaris Sanctum to come in and give us aid in creating a more effective source of power. After reviewing the collected data on Gears we have created something which also allows a Mech Unit to work forever and without the risk of ever running out of energy. This new version of Mech Generator has been called “Spirit Core” which uses a Heralidic Crystal as the source of power.
With the help of Aldaris we were able to create one of the largest Heralidic Crystals known which can exert a power so great that if all the power was released at one time it would literally break down existence and reality. During our tests with a smaller Heralidic Crystal and new technologies we found out that the mineral Metatron, a mineral used in the construction of Orbital Frames, has an odd reaction to the power which is exerted from a Heralidic Crystal. The Metatron actually draws a certain amount of power from the crystal and then absorbs it, adding its power into its physical properties. We also discovered that the stored energy could also be drawn from the Metatron which changes its physical properties back to normal. The “Spirit Core” is a container designed as a perfect sphere and it is made of Metatron. Within the container is the Heralidic Crystal made for us by Aldaris Sanctum. The Metatron container absorbs the energy from the crystal which is then drawn out of the container by receptors also made of Metatron which distributes the massive power to the rest of the Mech Unit, the shape of the container ensuring not too much energy is released from the crystal all at the same time. Another interesting thing about using the Spirit Core is that the Mech Unit produces no heat which makes the unit impossible to track using heat scanners.
-Holmcross Unit: The New Mecha Type-
After looking at the design basis of an AC the Core is made first and then the rest of the unit is built around the Core section. This was in itself a bad way to design an effective Mech Unit however, after comparing the AC design to the designs of the other Mecha we found that ACs give the most protection to the Pilot. So, we decided to keep the idea of the AC design but would remake the Mech unit as a cross between an Orbital Frame and Gundam with the basis of an AC. Thus, a new Mech Type was born, “Holmcross”.
Holmcross: A new Mecha which gives a great deal of protection to the Pilot. It also has the combat capabilities of an Orbital Frame as well as the power and ability to fight in any environment as a Gundam.
-Lost Legacy Revived-
After the reconstruction of all the damaged parts of the AC was complete we started making plans to create the new parts and unit’s frame. The cockpit was returned to the unit and placed in the section where the chest would be. Instead of building it like a Core Unit, we would be building the entire body as a whole. After finishing creating the robotics for the head, body, arms, and legs we installed various equipment and other such advanced technology. We then proceeded to build the frame on it which would give the unit its appearance.
Afterwards the unit looked nothing like an AC however we did make sure to keep the theme of Lost Legacy. The frame was colored black and crimson, still making it look like a Knight only now it appeared to be wearing lighter armor. However, its appearance kept its actual endurance and capabilities hidden. The frame was made of “SSA” (Self Supporting Armor) just like an Orbital Frame. Along with this, “Phase Shift Armor” has been installed for extra protection. The now completed body of the unit makes it appear somewhat slender, a close similarity with the Jehuty Orbital Frame only with actual feet. The unit was designed to be an Aerial Mecha but it is capable of moving on the ground as well with great speed. The design is very light but is capable of far greater strength than any other Mecha Type and has a high level of defense. Thus, the body was finally complete and Lost Legacy had at last been restored to a functional state. It was odd and probably just us, but, after the body was completed we could all feel something strange as if, Lost Legacy had already come back to life without us even activating the Spirit Core.
-Outfitting-
When we first found Lost Legacy it was missing some parts. It only had one thruster attached to it and remarkably it was still in operating order. From the data gathered from it we were able to determine the max speed of Lost Legacy, which was beyond the normal speed for an AC. However, this Holmcross Unit is capable of withstanding even greater speeds so we decided to replace the thrusters rather than rebuild them. From our information on the massive space fortress the SDF-1 we decided to look further into the “Reflex Cannon” technology. Later on we started comparing the thrusters used on Orbital Frames and the famous Wing Zero Gundam. Then, we decided to put all three technologies together to create duel purpose thrusters. These hybrid thrusters were called “Ark Thrusters” and they are capable of flipping over the shoulders to become Reflex Cannons which are far more powerful than the ones used on the SDF-1 despite their smaller size. The Ark Thrusters were built into the back and connecting arms are used to extend them out to the sides for use.
The original cape was basically gone, burned by the explosion and re-entry into the planet’s atmosphere. So, we replaced it with an experimental technology. The “Fold System” is very useful especially in situations where the target is using a beam weapon (Shots are the speed of light). By using Nano technology we created a cape which resembles a normal cloth cape similar to the original one worn by Lost Legacy. It has been called the “Phase Cape” and it is made up of Nano-Assemblers which have been installed with the bits of the Fold System. The cape is large enough to wrapped around the entire unit which also gives it defensive capabilities. When the Fold System is activated the Nano-Assemblers will combine with each other to put the system together, this will also cause the white cape to become a little more solid as it takes the appearance of wings. The wings will then flap and literally fold the space around the unit to instantly move to another location in the area by using the thoughts of the Pilot to determine the new location. Just as before, the Fold System cannot be used while inside a structure and it is recommended to use it only in space.
From the data retrieved from Lost Legacy’s memory banks it seems that Cronic had a ship called the Blue Star which allowed him enter and exit the planet’s atmosphere. This is actually a good ability to have especially if the enemy has support weaponry of some kind in space. So, we wanted to give the Holmcross Unit the ability to do the same. After looking over our data files of technology relating to the subject we discovered a system called the “Mass Driver”. By firing the Mass Driver Beam the unit is able to accelerate up the shaft of the beam at amazing speeds, propelling it into outer space. We wasted no time and quickly got to work on installing the Mass Driver into the forearms of the unit.
In order to make better use of the new technology the “SEI” (Superior Estimation Index) program was installed into the unit’s Metatron Computer. The SEI is an index simulating personal and enemy comprehensive combat levels, including war machine data, pilot ability, and the current combat situation. This can be used in many ways and also allows the unit itself the chance to react to any sort of weapon.
Many weapons have been made for this unit to use however it is unable to carry them all. So, it has been outfitted with its own “Vector Trap” in order to store the weapons and use them whenever the Pilot wants to. When high velocity and rotation are applied to Metatron, the result is an effect such that the space above it is sucked in towards the rotating axis, and the motion of the created distortion trying to quickly restore itself is like that of a rubber band. This distorted space then snaps shut, and can be used as a type of cargo bay. This process is called a Vector Trap. The make-up of the enclosed items remain the same.
Finally, we started looking into a way of bringing up the defensive capabilities of the unit. It was already very strong against physical attacks so we decided to try and raise its energy weapon defense. To do this, we looked into the shields used by ACs, Gundams, and Orbital Frames. We built a multi type shield onto the left arm elbow which resembles the same one used by Jehuty. It is called the “Aegis Guard” and it is capable of projecting two types of fields. Now, it is a fact that most types of lasers will reflect off of a mirror so the first shield type is a field with the same properties of a mirror. The second shield type projects a field which distorts reality by routing power from the Spirit Core directly into the field. This will even cancel out Anti-Matter weapons and most other kinds of weapons. However, the shield for both modes only cover the front of the unit so caution will need to be used when facing multiple enemies.
-Armament-
X-Blade MK2: Surprisingly enough we were able to retrieve Lost Legacy’s primary weapon from the crash site. The massive solid type sword that could attach onto the right arm to become a Charged Particle Cannon. It was a great idea and design and even though it was damaged the blade was still sharp enough to cut through a Mech. We decided to modify the weapon for it to be used with the new Lost Legacy unit. The old X-Blade model was based on a Zweihander Great Sword so we used the same weapon as the basis for this new model. We made the width of the blade smaller which reduced its weight and made it more effective as a close combat weapon without bringing its defensive capabilities down. Also, because of the unit producing no heat in the first place, the Charged Particle Cannon can be fired up to six times before having to allow the systems to cool down. We also added the ability for the weapon to use a Vector Trap to contain enemy fire. For instance, a beam of any size or power can be stored within the Vector Trap and then fire it back or fire it in another direction. In addition to increasing the power output of the Charged Particle Cannon we also added another function to it which allows the weapon to draw energy directly from the Holmcross Unit. We have still been unable to calculate just how powerful the blast of the cannon will be. Also, we have no idea what else doing this may mean when the weapon draws in power from the special function of the cockpit. Not much is known about it though the original Pilot of Lost Legacy called it “Chronical Limiter”.
TITAN-SM: SM stands for Spread Missiles which is exactly what this weapon does. It is a missile launcher which fires two multi-warheads which both release three TITAN missiles. We have equipped the unit with four TITAN-SMs, one on both legs as well as on both shoulders. Also, thanks to the Metatron Computer, the missiles can be fired backwards, up, down, and to the sides as well. This is very helpful when facing a large number of enemies.
Reflex Cannons: The same weapon used on the SDF-1 (Macross Fortress). It is a Heavy Particle Cannon that has been reduced in size thanks to the Spirit Core technology. The Ark Thrusters can flip over the shoulders and turn into the Reflex Cannons within a split second and then fire almost just as fast, though the more powerful blasts take longer time to charge. When the plates rotate while firing the beams will separate into many other smaller beams that spread out in order to hit a larger number of targets. When the cannons are fully charged the multi beams will be the same size as a normal beam which results in each beam making a blast radius that can hit other nearby units. It is also very effective when used against ground forces from the air.
Power Sword: Similar to the sword equipped on the Orbital Frame Jehuty, this weapon is also attached onto the right arm elbow. When it is going to be used the blade flips down along the forearm for slashing or stabbing an enemy. However, unlike the original version of the sword, energy can be charged into the blade which allows it to strike even beams. Using this sword is faster than going for the X-Blade MK2.
MG2000/Rail: The most advanced solid shell Machine Gun ever made. Its design is based on a Rail Gun which allows the gun to fire a hundred a second while on burst mode. This MG has perfect accuracy and can hit targets that are at long range.
SNIPER200-MK6: A powerful beam rifle. It has a range of 100 kilometers with a precision and accuracy able to shoot at a person looking through a small window on a space ship with the aid of the Metatron Computer working the aim with the thoughts of the Pilot giving it a target. This weapon is very deadly when used against other Mecha as it can hit a cockpit very easily as beams travel at the speed of light.
Metatron Blaster: The idea for this came from the weapon used by the VF-Metal Siren. The frame releases Matatron particles and then exerts the energy from the Spirit Core out of the body. The surging unstable energy then shoots off in the paths created by the Metatron particles. The unstable energy causes abnoralities in the atoms of whatever it touches causing an explosion somewhat similar to an Atom Bomb. The energy then continues to run through the structure until everything is destroyed. This can only be used when the unit is inside a structure. It is the ultimate weapon for destroying Fortresses and Battle Ships.
-Special Functions-
Decimator System: This basically turns the entire unit into a weapon. The energy from the Spirit Core is released directly into the frame. Anything that touches or effects the frame is literally removed. This can only be used for a few moments though or else the unit will cease to function due to lack of power. It will then need to have its systems rebooted.
?????: This is the secret function that can be accessed when the Chronical Limiter system is triggered. There is no data on this or what it allows the unit to be capable of.
-Unit Activation-
We had finally finished building the unit and were now ready to activate it. After switching on the Spirit Core the entire unit became active. All systems were in full working order and there were no errors or problems. The eyes of the unit though, turned dark blue after a few minutes. This interested us however, when we tried to figure out what had caused it, the unit was not allowing us to enter the cockpit. It was as if the Holmcross Unit was actually living.
Because of this, we have not been able to test the unit or even run it through simulations. We believe that these actions have something to do with the Pilot/Mech Interface System. If this is true, then that means the unit will only respond to its original Pilot. It probably believes that Cronic is indeed dead so the change in its eye color could be referring to the emotion of sadness. Because it is obviously still Lost Legacy we have decided to name the unit “Final Legacy”. We will be sending the Holmcross Unit to the Fenril Knights for their Head Tech Officer, the famous Kjeldor, to look over and try to figure out an answer to this as well as make any additions he may find useful.
*End Report*
<Unit Data>
-Theme- (The song I listened to while making this. Not really important but still a good song ^_^)
“Kiss me Sunlights”- Zone of the Enders (Opening)
Everyone's tears
in my heart... in my heart...
I lost it, that day
Seeking... Seeking....
Rain falls on the dark window
It glistens, waiting,
Wishing to go
Angel heart, so many heart,
kiss me sunlights (light...)
Fly to the dark, set soul free,
hold me moonshine! (moonlight...)
Until my rumbled hand lead
to the end of time, (end of night...)
find me in your eyes... (fly me... fly me... fly me...)
Fly the di and faysay chido <??>
You hold me, hold me...
Until I can slowly give you
moonshine, moonshine...
(Interlude)
Amidst the stars
alone... alone...
The fire-haired samurai of my dreams,
staring... staring...
You can not see the self now
To the sky above
we would like to fly
Fantaria, tempesta, it`s my Odessey
Go higher, among the hearts
of around the rings (moonlight...)
Until I feel new dawn bloom
on the silent sea (silent sea...)
Sing for me your song (fly me...)
Angel heart, so many heart,
kiss me sunlights (light)
Fly to the dark, set soul free,
hold me moonshine! (moonlight...)
Until my rumbled hand lead
to the end of time, (end of night...)
find me in your eyes... (fly me... fly me... fly me...)
Air l'amore...
Air l'amore...
Air l'amore...
-Basic Info-
Unit Name: Final Legacy
Unit Nickname: The Crimson Knight
Mecha Type: Holmcross
Model Number: 01
Color: Crimson Primary and Black Secondary
Registered Pilot: None
-Statistics-
Head Unit =
Sensor Ability: Unknown
Scanning Speed: Unknown
Radar Range: Unknown
FCS =
Lock-on Speed: Unknown
Memory: Infinite
Aim Correction Speed: Unknown
Generator =
Generator Name: Spirit Core
EP Output: Infinite
Surplus EP: N/A
Moving Ability =
Thruster Name: Ark Thrusters
Thruster Output: Unknown
Air Speed: Unknown
Land Speed: Unknown
Turning Speed: Unknown
Combat Ability =
Arm Strength: Unknown
Reaction Speed: Unknown
Offensive Ability: Unknown
Defensive Ability: Unknown
-Equipment-
1: Metatron Computer
2: SEI System
3: Soul Interface System
4: Mass Driver
5: Phase Cape
6: Vector Trap
7: Aegis Shield
-Weaponry-
1: X-Blade MK2
2: TITAN-SM x4
3: MG2000/Rail
4: SNIPER200-MK6
5: Power Sword
6: Reflex Cannon x2
7: Metatron Blaster
-Overall-
Mech Rank: N/A
Mech Class: Assault Unit
[This message has been edited by Insane One (edited March 03, 2004).]