The RGZ-95C ReZEL Commander Type (aka ReZEL Type C) is a commander's variant of the RGZ-95 ReZEL. It is featured in the novel and OVA version of the Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn. One of these units is piloted by Norm Basilicock.
Technology & Combat Characteristics[]
The ReZEL Commander Type, also known as ReZEL Type-C, is a high performance variant of the standard ReZEL created for mobile suit commanders, veterans and ace pilots.[1][2][3] While the standard ReZEL places priority on usage with other mobile suit teams, the Type-C is meant for exceptional, individual tactics.[3] The thrust limiters of the standard ReZEL to make the machine easier to control are disengaged in the Type C, and its frame is reinforced accordingly.[3] There were also other adjustments made to restore the ReZEL to its original peak performance, and improve its durability and reliability.[3] The control support system of the new OS that simplifies control of the Waverider Mode for rookies were also frequently cut in the Type-C as their pilots view it as a hindrance due to it reducing the mode’s mobility, and thus prefer the original complex controls.[3]
The Type-C can be differentiated from the standard ReZEL by the green sensors on its head, chest and shoulders.[4] As with the standard ReZEL, the Type-C can be equipped with a different backpack depending on the mission’s needs.[3] The Londo Bell received priority deployment of this unit, and the Type-Cs stationed onboard the SCVA-76 Nahel Argama are configured with the "Wing Unit" backpack and armed with the Mega Beam Launcher as a standard armament.[3] The Wing Unit backpack has a pair of wing binders that not only grant better mobility in space, but also atmospheric re-entry, atmospheric flight capabilities, and improved thrust that allows the suit to function as a sub-flight unit under gravity.[3] Like the "Box Unit" backpack frequently used by the standard ReZEL, the Wing Unit backpack also has a pair of grips.[2]
Armaments[]
- 60mm Vulcan Gun
- A standard armament mounted on most Federation mobile suits.[2] The pair of head mounted shell firing weapons have a high rate of fire, but little power. They are mainly used to restrain enemy units,[2] intercept missiles and the like.
- Grenade Launcher
- A grenade launcher with two rounds can be mounted in each forearm.[2] It is comparable to the ones used by the Re-GZ and has proven effective in close combat.[2] Can be switched out for the beam sabers.[2]
- Beam Saber
- A beam weapon for close combat. It is a small device held in the mobile suit's hands when operated and is powered by a rechargeable energy capacitor. It emits a blade of plasma contained by an I-Field and can cut through any armor not treated with anti-beam coating. A pair of beam sabers can be stored in each forearm.[2] Can be switched out for the Grenade Launcher.[2]
- Beam Rifle
- The main armament of this machine, it has a shape close to that of the beam rifle used by the Zeta Gundam. The ReZEL's beam rifle is powered by a replaceable E-pack, if the E-pack runs out of energy it can be replaced with a fresh one stored under the ReZEL's shield. Besides the standard shooting mode, the ReZEL's beam rifle also has a long duration, high output shooting mode that is known among the federation’s pilot as the ‘Guillotine burst’.[5] Lastly, the beam rifle's muzzle can generate a beam blade, allowing the rifle to function as a long beam saber.[5]
- Mega Beam Launcher
- An optional high output beam weapon specifically designed for the ReZEL, it is configured as a standard armament for the Nahel Argama's ReZEL Commander Type.[3] It can be used for longe range support, and is mounted on the backpack when equipped.[3] Besides receiving energy supply from the suit’s generator, the launcher itself also has a sub-generator for supplementary purposes, and this allows for stable number of shots and output.[3]
- Shield
- A multipurpose defensive equipment developed specifically for the ReZEL.[2] A beam cannon that fires in a 3-round burst is mounted at the front, and serves as the main weapon in waverider mode.[2] The blade at the back of the shield can be used as a ramming weapon in close combat.[2]
History[]
Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn/Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn RE:0096[]
One ReZEL Commander Type from the Nahel Argama was among several mobile suits destroyed by the Sleeves' NZ-666 Kshatriya in the battle within the space colony Industrial 7.[6] Later, another ReZEL Commander type, piloted by Norm Basilicock, was deployed by the Nahel Argama during the encounter with Full Frontal and his MSN-06S Sinanju and was subsequently destroyed.[7] Another unit, with the call sign 'Romeo-11', was seen defending the Nahel Argama during the final battle with the Sleeves. Despite being heavily damaged, it destroyed several enemy mobile suits including a AMX-107 Bawoo.[8]
Variants[]
Gallery[]
Linearts[]
Anime[]
Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn RE:0096[]
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.png "ReZEL C-Type Grenade Launchers Firing 01 (Unicorn 0096 Ep3).png (2.98 MB)")
.png "ReZEL C-Type Launching 01 (Unicorn 0096 Ep4).png (3.02 MB)")
.png "ReZEL C-Type Long Beam Saber 01 (Unicorn 0096 Ep5).png (3.22 MB)")
.png "ReZEL C-Type Head Close-Up 01 (Unicorn 0096 Ep5).png (2.82 MB)")
.png "ReZEL C-Type Firing Beam Rifle (Unicorn 0096 Ep4).png (1.32 MB)")
.png "ReZEL C-Type MA-Mode 01 (Unicorn 0096 Ep18).png (2.15 MB)")
Gundam Build Metaverse[]
Manga[]
Mobile Suit Gundam F90: Fastest Formula[]
Illustrations & Artwork[]
.jpg "RGZ-95 ReZEL (Mobile Suit Bible Vol 44).jpg (2.02 MB)")
Fan Art[]
.jpg "RGZ-95C ReZEL (Commander Type).jpg (166 KB)")
Games[]
Gunpla[]
Action Figures[]
Notes & Trivia[]
- The model number "RGZ" stands for Refined Gundam Zeta.
Appearances[]
References[]
- ↑ Official Website
- ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 High Grade 1/144 RGZ-95C ReZEL Commander Type Model Kit Manual
- ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 Master Grade 1/100 RGZ-95C ReZEL Commander Type Model Kit Manual
- ↑ References Picture 1
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 High Grade 1/144 RGZ-95 ReZEL Model Kit Manual
- ↑ Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn Episode 1, Day of the Unicorn
- ↑ Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn Episode 2, The Second Coming of Char
- ↑ Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn Episode 7, Over the Rainbow
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