MD-0031L Lauda's Dilanza (ディランザ ラウダ専用機 Diranza Rauda Sen'yō-ki?) is a mobile suit introduced in Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury. While it was piloted by Lauda Neill, it was also used by Guel Jeturk.
Technology & Combat Characteristics[]
With the Dilanza, Jeturk Heavy Machinery set out to develop a cumulative universal design. By modifying each elements of standard Mobile Suit design, they arrived at a new standard; a perfect balance between power output and durable armor. To compensate for the Dilanza's diminished mobility due to its large frame, it is equipped with high-output thrusters and hovering units. This development process, which sought to eradicate every possible weakness of the MS by adding countering elements, could be seen as overkill; however it produced a MS with balanced capabilities. As a result, the all-purpose Dilanza is Jeturk's most well-known MS. The Asticassia School of Technology's Jeturk House is home to several Dilanzas, and the house's deputy leader, Lauda, even has a custom MS of his own.
Armaments[]
- Beam Torch
- A melee weapon common to all Dilanza units, with a broad beam blade. When not in use, it is stored in the weapon dock inside the shield
- Beam Rifle
- A standard sidearm developed for MS units by Jeturk Heavy Machinery. In addition to its burst attack, it boasts several other firing modes.
- Shield
- A protective armament attached to the Dilanza's shoulder. Lauda's personal unit features a rounded shield on each shoulder.
- Beam Vulcan
- Beam weaponry affixed to the unit's chest. Due to the beam's low power and rapid-fire capability, it is largely used for diversionary tactics in duels.
- Large Heat Axe
- One of Dilanza's optional armaments, this thermal weapon is one of Lauda's personal favourites. Its thick, massive blade is large enough that it can be used as a shield.
History[]
Built by Jeturk Heavy Machinery, this particular Dilanza was their most well-known MS, due to its multi-purposed properties. One was made specifically for Lauda Neill, while several more are housed in the Jeturk House for some of its members.
At one point, Lauda's Dilanza was boarded by Guel Jeturk, using it as a Mobile Suit to duel against Elan Ceres' mobile suit. Despite Guel's efforts, the Dilanza was no match for Elan's Gundam.
During the Open Campus event, the Dilanza saw deployment for the Rumble Ring, with Lauda and Felsie Rollo piloting them. During its duel with Aerial Rebuild, the Dilanza was disabled by the intrusion of the Gundam Lfrith Ur.
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Appearances[]
- Television Series
- Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury
- Episode 5, Reflection in an Icy Eye
- Episode 14, What They Wish For
- Episode 16, Cycle of Sin
Notes & Trivia[]
- Though the suit is confirmed in dialogue to belong to Lauda, Lauda has not been shown piloting until the 14th episode.
- Rather than being released as a standalone HG kit, the HG kit for the standard MD-0031 Dilanza includes alternate parts for conversion into Lauda's Dilanza.