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| + | |OfficialName=Gundam Exia Repair II<br>ガンダムエクシアリペアII |
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|operator=Celestial Being |
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|pilot=Setsuna F. Seiei |
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|armaments=2 x GN Beam Saber |
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| − | GN Sword Kai |
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2 x GN Vulcan |
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+ | |OptionalEquip=GN Sword Kai~Rifle Mode |
| + | GN Shield |
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Trans-Am System |
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| ⚫ | The '''GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II''' (aka '''''Gundam Exia Repair II''''', '''''Exia |
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==Technology & Combat Characteristics== |
==Technology & Combat Characteristics== |
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| + | For the final battle against the [[Innovators (Group)|Innovators]], the reborn [[Celestial Being]] deployed all usable mobile suits they have, including the Exia Repair II (aka Exia R2).{{ref|G00|47}}{{ref|G00|50}} Built from the wreckage of the Exia Repair by a team of mechanics led by [[Ian Vashti]], the Exia R2 incorporated the latest technology and is more powerful than its predecessors.<ref name="MS Video">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqKTDY9V_ns Gundam.Info's Gundam MS Movie Files: GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II (from Mobile Suit Gundam 00)]</ref><ref name="Jp Website">[http://www.gundam00.net/tv/ms/01m.html Gundam 00 Japanese Official Website Profile]</ref><ref name="HG">[[High Grade Gundam 00|HG00]] 1/144 GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II model kit manual</ref><ref name="Data-A">'Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Data Archives' Book</ref> The [[GN Particles]]' transmission routes within the Gundam's body are revised, and the light purple-colored GN Cables on the exterior of the original Exia and Exia Repair are now mostly stowed in the Exia R2's armor.<ref name="Jp Website"/><ref name="HG"/><ref name="Data-A"/><ref name="mg">[[Master Grade|MG 1/100]] GN-001 Gundam Exia model kit manual</ref> These cables facilitate the supply of tremendous amount of GN Particles, and thus energy, to each part of the Gundam instantaneously, and are also used for attitude control due to the GN Particles' mass reduction effect.<ref name="mg"/> The internalization of these cables in Exia R2 resolves the defense-related concerns regarding their previously exposed placements.<ref name="Data-A"/><ref name="mg"/> |
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| − | Exia Repair II (or R2) is the repaired and enhanced version of [[GN-001RE Gundam Exia Repair]]. After its [[GN Drive]] was salvaged and installed into [[GN-0000 00 Gundam]], Exia was transferred and stored within one of their disclosed asteroid bases. With Celestial Being short on resources and in need of available units, Celestial Being engineers rebuilt Exia with the latest advancements in mobile suit (MS) technology as a reserve/spare Gundam. |
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| + | The Exia R2 also has enhanced mobility as additional thrusters are installed on various parts of its body.<ref name="MS Video"/><ref name="Jp Website"/><ref name="HG"/><ref name="Data-A"/> In terms of armaments, the Exia R2 has a pair of GN Vulcans, a GN Shield, two GN Beam Sabers and a GN Sword Kai.<ref name="HG"/><ref name="A2">'Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Archives Second Season' Book</ref><ref name="Dengeki2">'Dengeki Data Collection - Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Second Season' Book</ref> Despite Exia R2 only having three swords instead of the original Exia's seven, its overall attack power is enhanced thanks to the GN Sword Kai, a powered up version of the original Exia's GN Sword.<ref name="MS Video"/><ref name="Jp Website"/><ref name="HG"/><ref name="Dengeki2"/> Like the original Exia, the Exia R2 has an "Over Boost Mode" that temporarily boosts its capabilities.<ref name="HG"/><ref name="Data-A"/><ref name="mg"/> During emergency, the [[Trans-Am System]] can be activated, enhancing its thrust and defensive capabilities, as well as increasing its output by threefold for a limited period of time. A damaged Exia R2 was recovered after the battle, but its [[GN Drive]] was damaged beyond repair.{{ref|G00|50}}<ref name="00VSenki10">[[Mobile Suit Gundam 00V: Battlefield Record]] Chapter 10</ref> It was then repaired into the [[GN-001REIII Gundam Exia Repair III]], powered by a particle storage tank.<ref name="00VSenki18">[[Mobile Suit Gundam 00V: Battlefield Record]] Chapter 18</ref> |
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| − | One of the huge weaknesses of the original Gundam Exia was the abundant amount of exposed cables that can be found all over its body; including some that are not usually found in other Third Generation Gundams.<ref name="MGExia"/> These cables are important as they are used for both GN Particle transfer as well as posture control due to the particles' weight reducing effects.<ref name="MGExia"/> The reason why Exia had many exposed cables was because they allowed Exia a much finer posture control, but this setup was very risky as they're also vulnerable to attacks.<ref name="MGExia"/> To counter this weakness, the Exia R2's particle transfer system was redesigned<ref name="HGR2"/> and the cables are now internalized within the armor.<ref name="MGExia"/> |
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| − | The rear of Exia R2 shows notable differences as a series of thrusters and exhaust ports are added upon its rear shoulder armor, rear torso, and calves for enhanced speed and maneuverability in combat, these additions being based on the [[GN-001/hs-A01 Gundam Avalanche Exia|Avalanche Armor System's]] design. With exception of the aforementioned improvements and internalization of the cables, the armor system appears to remain the same. |
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| − | Before the discovery of the [[Trans-Am System]], Celestial Being engineers attempted to increase Exia's speed by creating a special function with its GN Drive cone, ''Burst Mode''. The cone would unlock and temporarily release a large amount of particles into and outside the Exia, enhancing its speed and performance. However, such burst function was proven unstable and as a result, was rarely used.<ref name="MGExia"/> |
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| − | For weapons and equipment, its damaged ''GN Sword'' (primary weapon) has been refitted with an enhanced variant, the ''GN Sword Kai''. The new sword is a cross design between its former and the ''GN Sword III'' of 00 Gundam; its blade edge is lined with ''GN Condenser'' material. Like its former, the ''GN Sword Kai '' is retractable and equipped with a ''GN Beam Rifle'' under the sword for mid-ranged combat. Due to the power and durability of the ''GN Sword Kai'', Exia's original ''Seven Swords System'' was omitted; it still retains a pair of ''GN Beam Sabers'' (relocated from its back to be stored at its rotating hip modules) for high-speed melee combat. |
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| − | The battle between UN Forces (A.D. 2307) resulted in a significant loss in Exia’s complements. The [[GNR-001E GN Arms Type-E]], and [[Assault Container]] were all lost during that conflict. One unknown variable is Exia's [[GN-001/hs-A01D Gundam Avalanche Exia`|Avalanche Dash Armor System]], but it too is believed to be no longer available for Exia to utilize. |
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| − | In terms of combat tactics, R2 relies on high-speed melee combat to destroy its targets. Using a combination of its great mobility and the ''GN Sword Kai'', it can swiftly cut down enemy targets. Because the ''GN Sword Kai'' is a large and heavy weapon, it is not effective against fast-acting enemy targets. In such situations, Exia can deploy its ''GN Beam Sabers'' for high-speed close quarters combat (CQC). Against intercepting light MSs, ''GN Fangs'', aircrafts, and/or (GN) missiles, R2 can deploy its forearm mounted ''GN Vulcans'' to shoot them down. During emergency situations, the [[Trans-Am System]] can be activated to temporarily give R2 three times its combat capabilities. |
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| − | After the battle against [[GN-000 0 Gundam]], Exia was salvaged once again, but its [[GN Drive]] was damaged beyond repair. With resources in short supply and MSs in high demand, Celestial Being engineers repaired Exia once more and supplemented its missing [[GN Drive]] with a particle storage tank and added a long range rifle for limited assignments and interventions. Celestial Being engineers re-dubbed Exia as [[GN-001REIII Gundam Exia Repair III]] (aka R3). |
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==Armaments== |
==Armaments== |
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;*GN Sword Kai |
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| + | :A modified and more powerful version of the original Exia's GN Sword, it is the Exia R2's primary weapon and mounted on its right forearm.{{ref|G00|50}}<ref name="HG"/><ref name="A2"/><ref name="Dengeki2"/> The GN Sword Kai is visually similar to the GN Sword expect for a new blade made from newly developed material previously utilized in [[GN-0000+GNR-010 00 Raiser]]'s GN Sword III, granting it excellent strength and sharpness.<ref name="HG"/><ref name="A2"/><ref name="Dengeki2"/> Like the GN Sword, the GN Sword Kai can transform to Rifle Mode, where the blade is folded to reveal the muzzle to fire beams for ranged attacks.{{ref|G00|50}}<ref name="HG"/><ref name="Dengeki2"/> Thanks to the GN Sword Kai, the Exia Repair II's overall attack power is significantly improved over its predecessors.<ref name="Jp Website"/><ref name="HG"/> |
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| − | :The primary weapon of the repaired Exia is the GN Sword Kai. While virtually identical to Exia's original [[GN-001 Gundam Exia#GN Sword|GN Sword]], the new weapon incorporates the new more powerful green Condenser material edge technology that was also seen on the [[GN-0000 00 Gundam#GN Sword III|GN Sword III]]. It is said to be much more powerful than the previous GN Sword that the ''Seven Sword System'' was no longer needed.<ref name="HGR2">HG 1/144 GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II manual</ref> |
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| − | ;*GN Beam |
+ | ;*GN Beam Saber |
| + | :The Exia R2 has two GN Beam Sabers stored on rotatable mounts on the hips.{{ref|G00|50}}<ref name="HG"/> This close combat weapon emits a beam blade made of GN Particles from its hilt when drawn.{{ref|G00|50}}<ref name="HG"/> Since it can switch to GN Beam Dagger through adjustments, the original Exia's waist-mounted GN Beam Daggers are no longer equipped. <ref name="HG"/> |
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| − | :The improved Exia features only two beam sabers compared to Exia's original ''Seven Blade System'' complements. The beam saber hilts are stored on the side skirts (they can rotate a full 360 for quick access) where the ''GN Blades'' used to be stored. Unlike Exia's standard beam sabers, the lengths of the beam blades can be adjusted; it can be configured to be used as throwing knives (similar to GN Beam Daggers) or the size of a sword, relative to the combat situation.<ref name="HGR2"/> |
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| + | :Like the original Exia, Exia R2 has a pair of small beam guns known as GN Vulcans built into its forearms.<ref name="HG"/> Although they have low firepower, their beams can be rapid-fired intermittently and they are effective in restricting enemy movements, damaging conventional weapons without E-Carbon armor, etc.<ref name="HG"/> |
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| − | :These weapons are smaller versions of ''GN Beam'' weaponry and are located on Exia R2's wrists. Purely secondary weapons, they are used to engage soft targets (missiles, ''GN Fangs'', aircrafts, etc) and in a defensive capacity. Setsuna only fires one shot in the battle with Ribbons Almark piloting [http://gundam.wikia.com/wiki/GN-000_0_Gundam GN-000 0 Gundam] in Season 2 Episode 25. |
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| + | ;*GN Shield |
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| + | :The same GN Shield as used by the original Exia, it is made from E-Carbon and its defensive ability is further enhanced by a GN Field.<ref name="HG"/> As long as it receives energy from Exia R2, it cannot be destroyed by conventional weapons.<ref name="HG"/> However, as the defensive capabilities of Exia R2 itself is already high, and since the GN Shield may be a hindrance when dual wielding weapons in close combat, the Exia R2 can be launched without it.{{ref|G00|50}}<ref name="HG"/> |
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| − | ;*"GN Drive Burst Mode" |
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| − | :A feature of Exia's GN Drive chassis. By releasing the limiter compartment, a temporary burst state of the GN Drive is possible. Since regular use is not recommended, this ability was rarely activated.<ref name="MGExia">MG 1/100 GN-001 Gundam Exia manual</ref> This feature was also available on the Original Exia but was only seen onscreen being used once with the R2.<ref name="MGExia"/> |
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| − | ;*[[Optical Camouflage]] |
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| + | ;*Over Boost Mode |
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| − | :The system is an advanced camouflage projection system that allows R2 to blend into its surroundings like a chameleon to evade enemy detection. However, it was never clear did Celestial Being engineers restored the system and/or enhance the system to modern capabilities. |
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| + | :Like the original Exia, the safety devices of Exia R2's GN Drive can be deactivated to achieve a temporary 'boost' state.{{ref|G00|50}}<ref name="Data-A"/><ref name="A2"/><ref name="mg"/> This draws out the GN Drive's full power and is known as "Over Boost Mode", but its use is usually discouraged.<ref name="Data-A"/><ref name="A2"/><ref name="mg"/> |
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;*[[Trans-Am System]] |
;*[[Trans-Am System]] |
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| − | :In emergency situations, R2 can activate Trans-Am |
+ | :In emergency situations, Exia R2 can activate Trans-Am and all of the compressed high-density GN particles accumulated in the Gundam are fully released, enhancing its thrust and defensive capabilities as well as boosting its output by threefold for a limited time. The entire Gundam also glows red as a side effect and afterimages are generated during movements. However, this system is a double-edged sword, as once it ended, the Gundam's performance will drop. This negative effect will last until the stored GN Particles within the Gundam return to normal level. |
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==History== |
==History== |
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| + | In the final battle with the [[Innovators (Group)|Innovators]], the [[GN-0000+GNR-010 00 Raiser]] was severely damaged after battling [[Ribbons Almark]]'s [[CB-0000G/C Reborns Gundam]] and left with only a single GN Drive. This GN Drive was then fitted onto the Exia R2, which was prepared earlier by [[Ian Vashti]] upon [[Sumeragi Lee Noriega]]'s orders, so that Setsuna could continue to fight. Setsuna in the Exia R2 then faced Ribbons and the [[GN-000 0 Gundam|[GN-000 0 Gundam (Type A.C.D)]] in one last battle. While the victory would go to Setsuna, the Exia R2 was severely damaged and its GN Drive was also damaged to the point of being inoperable. The Exia R2 was subsequently repaired into the [[GN-001REIII Gundam Exia Repair III]] for Setsuna's use on Earth. |
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| − | Setsuna spent the five years after Operation Fallen Angels independent of Celestial being. Both he and a crippled Exia returned to the fold in 2312. After its GN Drive was transferred to 00 Gundam, Exia was moved to an alternate location. Subsequent evaluation found that despite the serious damage inflicted by [[Graham Aker]]'s [[GN Flag]], wear and tear from nearly half a decade of improvised maintenance, and a crippling defeat at the hands of an [[A-Laws]] [[GNX-704T Ahead|Ahead]], the chassis was still structurally sound. The decision was made to repair and refit Exia for use as a second-line unit, either with a GN Particle storage tank, similar to 0 Gundam's configuration for its final combat sortie under Celestial Being's banner, or by swapping the GN Drive of a front-line Gundam that was too damaged for combat. |
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| − | Eventually, Exia R2 was deployed under the second configuration. The [[GN-0000+GNR-010 00 Raiser|00 Raiser]] was severely damaged after battling Ribbons Almark's [[CB-0000G/C Reborns Gundam]] and left with only a single GN Drive. [[Sumeragi Lee Noriega]] ordered the remaining drive fitted to R2 so Setsuna could continue to fight. Together once again with his original Gundam, Setsuna faced Ribbons and [[GN-000 0 Gundam]] in one final battle. While the victory would go to Setsuna, R2 was severely damaged in battle when the cockpit was penetrated by 0 Gundam's beam saber and when 0 Gundam subsequently exploded, the GN Sword Kai was also destroyed. In this same battle, Exia's [[GN Drive]] also somehow got damaged to the point of destruction or non-working state.<ref name="00VSenki10">Mobile Suit Gundam 00V Senki Chapter 10</ref> The circumstances of how it got destroyed is not known nor elaborated, although speculatively it may be related to the usage of the unstable ''Burst Mode'' as well as the beam saber damage taken from [[GN-000 0 Gundam|0 Gundam]]. Exia however was eventually repaired and was usable again in the future and was used by Setsuna during his ELS investigation before encountering Saji and Louise.<ref name="00movieexia">http://twitter.com/#!/veda2314/status/1199136737067010</ref> |
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==Picture Gallery== |
==Picture Gallery== |
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+ | Gn_burst.png|Exia R2's GN Drive during Over Boost Mode |
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+ | GN-001REII_Gundam_Exia_Repair_II.jpg|Appearance in SD Gundam G Generation Wars |
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+ | Exia0Gundam 754435.jpg|Vs. 0 Gundam Type A.C.D Artwork |
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| − | CG Exia RII.jpg|Fan art CG 0f Gundam Exia Repair II, front view. |
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| − | CG Exia RII Rear.jpg|Fan art CG of Gundam Exia Repair II, back view. |
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==Gunpla== |
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| − | Hg00-exia-repairii.jpg| |
+ | Hg00-exia-repairii.jpg|[[High Grade Gundam 00|HG00]] 1/144 GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II (2009): box art |
| + | RG Gundam Exia Repair II.jpg|[[Real Grade|RG]] 1/144 GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II (P-Bandai exclusive; 2017): box art |
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| + | MG_Gundam_Exia_Repair_II.jpg|[[Master Grade|MG]] 1/100 GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II (P-Bandai exclusive; 2014): box art |
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| + | BB Senshi 334.jpg|[[SD Gundam BB Senshi]] GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II (2009): box art |
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==Notes & Trivia== |
==Notes & Trivia== |
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+ | *In episode 25 of the first season, GN Flag's beam saber pierced Exia's right side, whereas in episode 25 of the second season the 0 Gundam pierced Exia R2's left side. |
| ⚫ | *Along with the 0 Gundam, Exia R2 did not appear in ''Super Robot Wars Z2 Saisei-hen'', included in the final scenario of Gundam 00 season two, where they were supposed to replace the role of 00 Raiser and Reborns Gundam. According to the rumors, the lack of funds is the reason for their absence in the game. Another is that the director didn't want to take away a player's upgrade for a much weaker unit. |
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| − | *The R2 has the record of having the shortest operation time of a Gundam piloted by a main character before becoming unusable, about 3 minutes including deployment. Since Exia R2 was reused by Setsuna during his investigation in A.D. 2314, this fact is disputed. This, however, doesn't change the fact that Exia R2 has the record of having the shortest ''animated'' operation time. |
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| ⚫ | *Along with the 0 Gundam, Exia R2 did not appear in ''Super Robot Wars Z2 Saisei-hen'', included in the final scenario of Gundam 00 |
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| ⚫ | *In the PSP game ''Gundam Memories: Tatakai no Kioku'', Season 2 Setsuna's first combat unit is the Exia R2 instead of the [[GN-001RE Gundam Exia Repair]] or the [[00 Gundam]], later on skipping to the [[GN-0000+GNR-010 00 Raiser]] before finally returning for its final battle with the [[GN-000 0 Gundam|GN-000 0 Gundam (Type A.C.D)]]. |
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+ | **''Tatakai no Kioku'' is the first game to feature the Trans-Am mode for both the Exia R2 and the 0 Gundam, even after they recover their respective drives from the battle-damaged 00-Raiser. |
| ⚫ | *In the PSP game ''Gundam Memories: Tatakai no Kioku'', Season 2 Setsuna's first combat unit |
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| − | **Also, ''Tatakai no Kioku'' is the first game to feature the Trans-Am mode for both the R2 and the 0 Gundam, available to use even after they recover their respective drives from the battle-damaged 00-Raiser. |
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Revision as of 05:30, 2 February 2020
Template:Infobox/Mobile Weapon Ver.2The GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II (aka Gundam Exia Repair II, Exia Repair II, Exia R2) is the repaired and upgraded version of the GN-001RE Gundam Exia Repair. Appearing in Mobile Suit Gundam 00 season 2, it is piloted by Setsuna F. Seiei.
Technology & Combat Characteristics
For the final battle against the Innovators, the reborn Celestial Being deployed all usable mobile suits they have, including the Exia Repair II (aka Exia R2).[1][2] Built from the wreckage of the Exia Repair by a team of mechanics led by Ian Vashti, the Exia R2 incorporated the latest technology and is more powerful than its predecessors.[3][4][5][6] The GN Particles' transmission routes within the Gundam's body are revised, and the light purple-colored GN Cables on the exterior of the original Exia and Exia Repair are now mostly stowed in the Exia R2's armor.[4][5][6][7] These cables facilitate the supply of tremendous amount of GN Particles, and thus energy, to each part of the Gundam instantaneously, and are also used for attitude control due to the GN Particles' mass reduction effect.[7] The internalization of these cables in Exia R2 resolves the defense-related concerns regarding their previously exposed placements.[6][7]
The Exia R2 also has enhanced mobility as additional thrusters are installed on various parts of its body.[3][4][5][6] In terms of armaments, the Exia R2 has a pair of GN Vulcans, a GN Shield, two GN Beam Sabers and a GN Sword Kai.[5][8][9] Despite Exia R2 only having three swords instead of the original Exia's seven, its overall attack power is enhanced thanks to the GN Sword Kai, a powered up version of the original Exia's GN Sword.[3][4][5][9] Like the original Exia, the Exia R2 has an "Over Boost Mode" that temporarily boosts its capabilities.[5][6][7] During emergency, the Trans-Am System can be activated, enhancing its thrust and defensive capabilities, as well as increasing its output by threefold for a limited period of time. A damaged Exia R2 was recovered after the battle, but its GN Drive was damaged beyond repair.[2][10] It was then repaired into the GN-001REIII Gundam Exia Repair III, powered by a particle storage tank.[11]
Armaments
- GN Sword Kai
- A modified and more powerful version of the original Exia's GN Sword, it is the Exia R2's primary weapon and mounted on its right forearm.[2][5][8][9] The GN Sword Kai is visually similar to the GN Sword expect for a new blade made from newly developed material previously utilized in GN-0000+GNR-010 00 Raiser's GN Sword III, granting it excellent strength and sharpness.[5][8][9] Like the GN Sword, the GN Sword Kai can transform to Rifle Mode, where the blade is folded to reveal the muzzle to fire beams for ranged attacks.[2][5][9] Thanks to the GN Sword Kai, the Exia Repair II's overall attack power is significantly improved over its predecessors.[4][5]
- GN Beam Saber
- The Exia R2 has two GN Beam Sabers stored on rotatable mounts on the hips.[2][5] This close combat weapon emits a beam blade made of GN Particles from its hilt when drawn.[2][5] Since it can switch to GN Beam Dagger through adjustments, the original Exia's waist-mounted GN Beam Daggers are no longer equipped. [5]
- GN Vulcan
- Like the original Exia, Exia R2 has a pair of small beam guns known as GN Vulcans built into its forearms.[5] Although they have low firepower, their beams can be rapid-fired intermittently and they are effective in restricting enemy movements, damaging conventional weapons without E-Carbon armor, etc.[5]
- GN Shield
- The same GN Shield as used by the original Exia, it is made from E-Carbon and its defensive ability is further enhanced by a GN Field.[5] As long as it receives energy from Exia R2, it cannot be destroyed by conventional weapons.[5] However, as the defensive capabilities of Exia R2 itself is already high, and since the GN Shield may be a hindrance when dual wielding weapons in close combat, the Exia R2 can be launched without it.[2][5]
Special Equipment & Features
- Over Boost Mode
- Like the original Exia, the safety devices of Exia R2's GN Drive can be deactivated to achieve a temporary 'boost' state.[2][6][8][7] This draws out the GN Drive's full power and is known as "Over Boost Mode", but its use is usually discouraged.[6][8][7]
- In emergency situations, Exia R2 can activate Trans-Am and all of the compressed high-density GN particles accumulated in the Gundam are fully released, enhancing its thrust and defensive capabilities as well as boosting its output by threefold for a limited time. The entire Gundam also glows red as a side effect and afterimages are generated during movements. However, this system is a double-edged sword, as once it ended, the Gundam's performance will drop. This negative effect will last until the stored GN Particles within the Gundam return to normal level.
History
In the final battle with the Innovators, the GN-0000+GNR-010 00 Raiser was severely damaged after battling Ribbons Almark's CB-0000G/C Reborns Gundam and left with only a single GN Drive. This GN Drive was then fitted onto the Exia R2, which was prepared earlier by Ian Vashti upon Sumeragi Lee Noriega's orders, so that Setsuna could continue to fight. Setsuna in the Exia R2 then faced Ribbons and the [GN-000 0 Gundam (Type A.C.D) in one last battle. While the victory would go to Setsuna, the Exia R2 was severely damaged and its GN Drive was also damaged to the point of being inoperable. The Exia R2 was subsequently repaired into the GN-001REIII Gundam Exia Repair III for Setsuna's use on Earth.
Picture Gallery
GN Sword Kai - Lineart
Exia R2's GN Drive during Over Boost Mode
Charging foward while in Over Boost Mode
Appearance in SD Gundam G Generation Wars
Vs. 0 Gundam Type A.C.D Artwork
Gunpla
HG00 1/144 GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II (2009): box art
RG 1/144 GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II (P-Bandai exclusive; 2017): box art
MG 1/100 GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II (P-Bandai exclusive; 2014): box art
SD Gundam BB Senshi GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II (2009): box art
Notes & Trivia
- In episode 25 of the first season, GN Flag's beam saber pierced Exia's right side, whereas in episode 25 of the second season the 0 Gundam pierced Exia R2's left side.
- Along with the 0 Gundam, Exia R2 did not appear in Super Robot Wars Z2 Saisei-hen, included in the final scenario of Gundam 00 season two, where they were supposed to replace the role of 00 Raiser and Reborns Gundam. According to the rumors, the lack of funds is the reason for their absence in the game. Another is that the director didn't want to take away a player's upgrade for a much weaker unit.
- In the recent G Generation video games (Wars, World, Overworld), as well as in SD Gundam Online, the Exia R2 lacks any sort of Trans-Am mode and/or attack. This maybe a reflection of the fact that Exia R2 did not utilize the system in the anime.
- In the PSP game Gundam Memories: Tatakai no Kioku, Season 2 Setsuna's first combat unit is the Exia R2 instead of the GN-001RE Gundam Exia Repair or the 00 Gundam, later on skipping to the GN-0000+GNR-010 00 Raiser before finally returning for its final battle with the GN-000 0 Gundam (Type A.C.D).
- Tatakai no Kioku is the first game to feature the Trans-Am mode for both the Exia R2 and the 0 Gundam, even after they recover their respective drives from the battle-damaged 00-Raiser.
References
- ↑ Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Episode 47, For the Future
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Episode 50, Rebirth
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Gundam.Info's Gundam MS Movie Files: GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II (from Mobile Suit Gundam 00)
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 Gundam 00 Japanese Official Website Profile
- ↑ 5.00 5.01 5.02 5.03 5.04 5.05 5.06 5.07 5.08 5.09 5.10 5.11 5.12 5.13 5.14 5.15 5.16 5.17 HG00 1/144 GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II model kit manual
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 'Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Data Archives' Book
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 MG 1/100 GN-001 Gundam Exia model kit manual
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 'Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Archives Second Season' Book
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 'Dengeki Data Collection - Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Second Season' Book
- ↑ Mobile Suit Gundam 00V: Battlefield Record Chapter 10
- ↑ Mobile Suit Gundam 00V: Battlefield Record Chapter 18
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