The MSJ-R122 Demi Barding (デミバーディング Demibādingu?) is a mobile suit introduced in Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury.
Technology & Combat Characteristics[]
A new prototype MS and the latest model developed by Burion as part of the Demi series[1]. The Demi Barding is a concept model used for the purposes of testing and development. Although it has new components designed to meet the latest standards, the general structure of its propulsion unit is identical to the current production models[2]. The unit was built without profitability in mind, and as such has higher than normal specs. However, ease of maintenance and other characteristics of the Demi series was still incorporated into the design[3].
Armaments[]
- Fist Vulcan
- Small Beam Cannons located at the back of the Demi Barding's manipulators. Provides suppressive fire[2].
- Beam Saber
- Close-range weapons stored inside a leg-mounted Flexible Booster unit[2].
- Beam Rifle Plus
- A new Beam Rifle developed by Burion. A battery magazine is attached to the top of the Beam Rifle. The sensor scope unit has a side grip attached, giving it a unique look[2].
- Beam Cannon
- Articulated Beam Cannons that can fire in multiple positions, including over the shoulder or under the arm[2].
Equipment[]
- Baori Pack
- An expandable flight unit pack that is attached to the back of the Demi Barding[2]. It is exclusive to the Demi Barding and features articulated Beam Cannons that can fire in multiple positions, including over the shoulder or under the arm. The Baori Pack can also be separated from the Demi Barding and operate as an independent unit[2].
- Wheel Dash Boost
- The Wheel Dash Boost doubles the Demi Barding's propulsion, with additional propulsion units located at the heel to increase speed even further[2].
History[]
The Demi Barding was brought to Asticassia School of Technology initially meant for testing. However, when Shaddiq Zenelli allowed Norea Du Noc, Enhanced Person Number 5 and Nika Nanaura to be released, allowing Norea to reclaim the EDM-GA-02 Gundam Lfrith Thorn and use it and the EDM-GB Gundvölvas to attack the school, Secelia Dote and Rouji Chante approached Earth House to offer the unit to them, especially as Chuatury Panlunch's MSJ-105CC Chuchu's Demi Trainer had been destroyed in the rampage. With Nika's help, the unit was tuned to Chuatury's specifications and was launched in time to save Felsi Rollo and her MD-0031 Dilanza. Despite being outnumbered, the two were able to survive the attack.
The Demi Barding was later redeployed in the attack on Quiet Zero, once again piloted by Chuatury. In order to bypass the fortress' powerful data storm, the Barding's Permet systems were disabled, instead relying on wireless systems to both operate and communicate with the shuttle carrying a small team of GUND-ARM, Inc. members and associates. Though initially threatened by the XGF-E3 Gundnode units patrolling the perimeter of the data storm, the Demi Barding managed to successfully carry the shuttle inside Quiet Zero, and remained docked all the way through the end of the conflict. The Barding was last seen being piloted by Chuatury to recover Suletta Mercury from deep space after the X-EX01 Gundam Calibarn's destruction.
As it was on loan to Chuatury, it can be assumed the Demi Barding was returned to Burion at some point after Quiet Zero's destruction.
Gallery[]
Gunpla[]
Appearances[]
- Television Series
References[]
- ↑ Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury Episode 20, The End of Hope
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 High Grade 1/144 Demi Barding Gunpla manual.
- ↑ Profile in the Official Website (Japanese)