Α000-0001 Gaia Gear α

This article is about the man-machine. For the novel this unit is named after, see Gaia Gear.

type	Transformable Man-Machine
purpose	Prototype
usage	General-Purpose
officialName	Α 000-0001 Gaia Gear α
Α000-0001 Gaia Gear α
image2	A000-0001-fighter.jpg
designation	alpha 000-0001
era	UC
first	203
operator	Metatron
pilot	Afranshia Char
height	22.7 meters
headheight	20.9 meters
weight	50.2 tons
emptyweight	31.8 tons
powerplant	4 x ø-based Ultracompact Minovsky Fusion Reactor
poweroutput	Total: 14,460 kW 2 x 3,220 kW 2 x 4,010 kW
propulsion	Total: 128,000 kg 2 x 18,100 kg 2 x 45900 kg Vernier thrusters/apogee motors: 17
sensorrange	27,000 meters
performance	2.55 G
accommodation	POCC
armor	Gundarium alloy composite
armaments	2 x Beam Cannon 2 x Beam Gun/Saber 2 x Hand Beam Gun 2 x Multi-Weapon Pod 2 x Needle Missile Pod 2 x Vulcan Gun
SpecEquip	Minovsky Barrier Minovsky Craft System Psycommu System
OptionalEquip	20mm Gatling Gun AS Missiles Chaff Dispensers Dummy Balloons E.C.M. Pod Funnel Launcher 6 x Funnel Grenade Launcher Hyper Bazooka Hyper Beam Rifle Hyper Mega Launcher Long Cruise Motorboard

The Α 000-0001 Gaia Gear α (aka Gaia Gear Alpha) is the titular man-machine of Gaia Gear, piloted by Afranshia Char.

Technology & Combat Characteristics

A prototype transformable Man Machine, Gaia Gear Alpha(GGA) is an extremely high-end unit made at the pinnacle of UC era technology. GGA is powered by four Minovsky Reactors. Each reactor is even further miniaturized than those seen in Forumla Project Mobile Suits, but uses a new form of Minovsky Fusion known as "ø(psi)-based fusion-cycle". This new type of Minovsky fusion increases the reactor's output threefold, allowing a smaller reactor(or in GGA's case, 4 of them) to create better power than a single large reactor.

GGA is designed to be the Ultimate Man Machine, as such it carries an enormous variety of weapons and technologies. It's Fire Control System is capable of near infinite scaling and data control, meaning GGA can engage nearly any number of enemy targets with as many weapons as it physically can carry.

The GGA's frame is composed of multiple movable parts and components, which can be replaced with newer parts depending on the circumstances, making maintenance of the unit relatively easier. The GGA also features a miniaturized Minovsky Craft System, which partnered with its thruster output, allows the unit to travel at Mach II to Mach III speeds in Earth's atmosphere. The GGA's cockpit canopy is composed of glass with built in LCD screens that display camera feeds in 3D, while making the canopy opaque when looking in from the outside.

Lastly, GGA is equipped with a Psycommu System, mountable Funnel Launcher pods, and an improved shock-absorbing system that utilizes Minovsky technology.

Armaments

Needle Missile Pod

Much like the Orchis’ missile pods, the Gaia Gear Alpha carries modified needle missiles, specifically designed to pierce the Gids Geese’s armor. They didn’t work as well as the creators hoped, however. The tips are heated so that they cut through armor fairly easily, then detonate.

Beam saber/beam gun

Transformable beam saber/beam gun, similar to the ones of the MSZ-010 ZZ Gundam.

E.C.M pod

Jams all enemy radio transmissions, and wreaks havoc on missile targeting systems. The only problem is, it has to be deployed a distance away from the actual battle and set up beforehand. Thus, if the enemy spots it and takes it out, the effects stop.

Hyper mega launcher

A very powerful beam launcher with destructive capabilities similar to that of the MSN-00100 Hyaku Shiki's Mega Beam Launcher.

Hand beam gun

Similar to the SUMO's. Useful in desperate situations, as they're concealed under the arms.

Sand Barrel

The Sand Barrel is an anti-missile/funnel weapon, which spews metal objects into the path of said weapon. It's capable of destroying incoming missiles, and hindering funnel movement, in some cases, damaging the funnels themselves.

Special Equipment

Psycoframe System

Gaia Gear Alpha is equipped with a "Psycommu Cockpit Frame" which is a set of words seen used to describe the Psycoframe. It is the only Man Machine said to use such a system.

I-Field barrier

Unlike the XM-X3 Crossbone Gundam X-3 or Superior Gundam, the Gaia Gear Alpha has a full body I-Field that protects it from beam attacks, which explains the unit's high output.

Minovsky Barrier

To put this simply, this is like a beam shield, that completely surrounds the Man Machine. It does not operate indefinitely, and it is likely turned on in anticipation of incoming fire(i.e. pilot sees a horde of missiles headed for him and cannot evade, Newtype awareness would also prove helpful here.) however, it may be automatic, engaging in response to some manner of sensor input. A similar system was seen fitted to the Xi Gundam.

Long cruise motorboard

An accessory used by the GGA in its waverider mode to extend flight range. Allows for increased maneuverability and flight in Earth's atmosphere and atmosphere exit. It also features internal dummy balloons and sand barrels.

History

Developed in UC 203 by the EFF, The Metatron Institution captures the α000-0001 Gaia Gear Alpha and uses it to rescue the clone of the legendary Char Aznable, Afranshia Char, out of Man-Hunter Agency (MaHA) custody, with Afranshia Char becoming pilot of the machine.

Variants

Gaia Gear Alpha Test Unit

An early test model of GGA, the Test Unit is painted in Gundam Colors, and was designed with a more Gundam-like head with the intention of equipping a High Mega Cannon in the forehead, much like ZZ Gundam. Otherwise it would be equipped similiarly to GGA. Two Gaia Gear Tester units were built, following in the footsteps of Gundam MKII as "proof of concept" machines. As they are never mentioned as seeing any combat, it is likely that one or both units existed beyond the scope of Gaia Gear.

Gaia Gear Beta

The Gaia Gear Beta(GGB) was under construction just prior to the events of the Gaia Gear story. According to all sources, it's development was scrapped and the unfinished frame was never put to further use.

Gaia Gear Alpha Raiden

GGA Raiden is an MSV of GGA that incorporates the latest in stealth technology. From sensor-invisible materials and tech to a low-visibility paintjob.

Gallery

Gaia Gear Alpha Test Unit

Gaia Gear Raiden

Gaia Gear Components

Illustration depicting the Gaia Gear's considerable disposable stores.

B&W Front

B&W Back

Color Back

B&W Waverider

Transformation Sequence

Cockpit

Controls

References

External Links

• Gaia Gear Alpha on MAHQ
• Gaia Gear Alpha on Gears

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