Magitek armor

Magitek armor is a recurring device in the Final Fantasy series. First appearing in Final Fantasy VI, the term broadly refers to machines empowered by magical energy, often specifically an exo-suit piloted by a human.
==Appearances==
===Final Fantasy VI===
The first appearance of Magitek armor, it is the primary strength of the Gestahlian Empire that has allowed them to begin their conquest of the world. Magitek armor is produced at the Magitek Research Facility at Vector and is powered by energy drained from espers. When the Empire discovers that magicite is a far more efficient means to acquire magic, Gestahl ceases production of further suits of Magitek armor.
Magitek armor enemies include the Magitek Armor, Heavy Armor, Mega Armor, Pluto Armor, and Duel Armor. Many more Magitek-type machines built by the Empire are fought throughout the game.
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Magitek is also usable as a command when the party is riding Magitek armor. This replaces the Attack command with the Magitek command, a skillset consisting of four basic attacks. Terra has an expanded ability list when riding Magitek armor.
===Final Fantasy XIII===
Vanille's Eidolon Hecatoncheir's Gestalt Mode was not intended as a reference to Magitek armor, but the developers acknowledge it appears similar. In Final Fantasy XIII-2 the Brain Blast quiz refers to this transformation as Magitek armor.
===Final Fantasy XIV===
Various Magitek armors feature as a primary tool of war for the Garlean Empire, most based on enemies from Final Fantasy VI. The most common variant is the Reaper, based on Yoshitaka Amano's original concept art. Four variants of the Reaper are available to the player as mounts. The basic black, with a Garlond Ironworks logo emblazoned on it, is obtained upon completion of the Praetorium. A gold-painted version is obtained with the achievement "Everybody's Darling", for obtaining 500 player commendations. The Red Baron and White Devil, red- and white-painted Reaper variants based on those owned by Nero tol Scaeva and Livia sas Junius, respectively, can be obtained as downloadable content. Lucia goe Junius is also shown to own a White Devil.
A newer Magitek armor model based on the in-game sprite from Final Fantasy VI, known as the Predator, first appears in the Baelsar's Wall dungeon, and is available as a mount dropped from the final boss in the Ala Mhigo duty.
Other Magitek armor models include the Vanguard, Rearguard, Hexadrone, Avenger, Sky Armor, and Armored Weapon. The latter two are based on the Final Fantasy VI enemies of the same name.
An MA-X series armor from Final Fantasy XV appears in a FATE during the A Nocturne for Heroes crossover.
In Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers, Magitek armor models from Final Fantasy Type-0, Dàinsleif and Gabriel, are found in the instanced areas of Bozjan Southern Front and Zadnor as Critical Engagement encounters. During the siege on Castrum Lacus Litore, a Brionac model appears as the first boss encounter in the instance. Players can also obtain a Gabriel mount as a reward. Gabriel armor models return in Endwalker, found exclusively in Garlemald.
===Final Fantasy XV===
Magitek armor are war machines deployed by Niflheim that appear as enemies at imperial blockades and bases, and randomly deployed from dropships. Various models exist and some are fought as bosses and optional superbosses.
===Final Fantasy Type-0===
The White Tiger Crystal in Milites, the nation that instigates the war in Orience, grants the power of weapon to its people, allowing the creation of magitek armor (abbreviated as MA). Various grounded and flying variants exist, some specific to their high ranking pilots, designed to withstand the Dominion of Rubrum soldiers' magic and Eidolons. Magitek armor were invented 550 years ago after Milites suffered defeat at the hands of the Lorican Alliance in the Second Lorican-Militesi War of 301, when the empire hastened its development of new weapons.
===Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time===
The Mage Mail, available from the last boss rush mission on Normal mode, refers to the Magitek armor. The description says: "Military equipment that exists in the sixth final fantasy". The armor appears as a mechanical armor suit.
===Final Fantasy Dimensions II===
The Magitek armor appears as an obtainable signet summon.
FFLII Magitek Armor Artwork2.png|Artwork (Rank 5).
FFLII Magitek Armor Alt Artwork.png|Artwork (Rank 6).
FFLII Magitek Armor Artwork.png|Artwork (Rank 7).
FFLII Magitek Armor.png|Signet (Rank 5).
FFLII Magitek Armor Alt.png|Signet (Rank 6).
FFLII Magitek Armor Alt2.png|Signet (Rank 7).
===Dissidia Final Fantasy Opera Omnia===
Various classes of Magitek armor based upon the Magitek Armors from Final Fantasy XIV appear as enemies. Though their attacks may vary slightly, all are weak against Thunder-based abilities. Upon BRV Break, most will short-circuit, causing a delay of 3–5 turns before they recover.
DFFOO Kefka Madou Armors.png|Kefka leading a group of Light Magitek armors.
DFFOO Magitek Vanguard Icon.png|Magitek Vanguard
DFFOO Magitek Armor Icon.png|Magitek armor.
DFFOO Small Magitek Armor Icon.png|Small Magitek armor.
===Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Curtain Call===
Magitek armor is an enemy during Battle Music Sequences. They are based on their Final Fantasy VI sprite.
===Pictlogica Final Fantasy===
===Final Fantasy Airborne Brigade===
Terra appears on two different types of Magitek armor.
===Final Fantasy All the Bravest===
A generic Imperial Soldier is piloting a Magitek armor, an exclusive character only available from the Premium Character Shop as a random downloadable content, he uses the Thunder Beam ability during battle.
===Final Fantasy Record Keeper===
Magitek armored soldiers appear twice as bosses, two are fought in the Record of Figaro Castle, and a further three are fought in the Record of Imperial Camp.
;Target Score
*Exploit weakness to Lightning
;Abilities
*Attack
*Laser
*Metal Kick
;Strategy
The tanks of the Gestahlian Empire don't mess around; they will arrive blasting the party with all they have. Too bad for them that in both cases, they are easily fried by Thunder-based attacks and spells. A Summoner with Ramuh, fighters with Thunder Strike, and Black Mages with Thunder or Thundara should suffice to fell the lot. Be sure to heal and protect any party member taking the brunt of their assault. Prior to February 18, 2016, Cyan could join early once the party completed the Imperial Camp Bonus Quest.
Beware the Elite versions: they like to hit five times harder than other Elite level bosses, making even a maxed-out party seem powerless. Fast execution of buffing spells and high-level Thunder attacks should be a priority. Prior to February 18, 2016, Edgar joined the player if Figaro had its Bonus Quest attached.
FFRK Magitek Armor WoFF.png|WoFF boss version.
===Final Fantasy World Wide Words===
===Final Fantasy Brave Exvius===
FFBE 029 Wedge.png|No. 029 Wedge (★2).
FFBE 030 Wedge.png|No. 030 Wedge (★3).
FFBE 031 Biggs.png|No. 031 Biggs (★2).
FFBE 032 Biggs.png|No. 032 Biggs (★3).
FFBE 135 Magitek armor Terra.png|No. 135 Magitek armor Terra (★3).
FFBE 136 Magitek armor Terra.png|No. 136 Magitek armor Terra (★4).
FFBE Magitek armor Sprite.png|Magitek armor enemy sprite.
FFBE Magitek armor A-type Sprite.png|Magitek armor A-type enemy sprite.
===Mobius Final Fantasy===
===World of Final Fantasy===
WoFF Protagonists.png|Reynn riding a Magitek armor.
Magitek_Armor_World_of_Final_Fantasy.jpg|Magitek armor.
WoFF Magitek Armor P.jpg|Magitek armor Mirage.
===Final Fantasy Portal App===
The Magitek Armor from Final Fantasy VI appears as a Triple Triad card. 
120a Magitek Armor.png|Magitek armor.
120b Magitek Armor.png|Magitek armor.
120c Magitek Armor.png|Magitek armor.
==Non-Final Fantasy guest appearances==
===Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars===
A model of a Magitek armor appears on the front desk in Booster's Tower. This is more noticeable in the Nintendo Switch remake.
===Dragon Quest & Final Fantasy in Itadaki Street Portable===
===Kingdom Hearts series===
The Magitek armor appears as a wearable outfit in Kingdom Hearts Union χ[Cross] for the player.
WoFF_Magitek_Armor_Outfit.png|
==Gallery==
CGMtek.PNG|CG render of Terra riding the Magitek armor.
Terra heading for Narshe.jpg|Artwork by Yoshitaka Amano.
FFVIAmano.jpg|Yoshitaka Amano artwork of Terra in Magitek armor for the box art of Final Fantasy VI.
Terra on Magitek Armour.jpg|Yoshitaka Amano artwork of Terra riding Magitek armor for Final Fantasy VI (GBA).
Magitek Armor overlooking Narshe.jpg|Artwork by Yoshitaka Amano, done for the Grand Finale arranged album.
Magitek.jpg|Artwork by Yoshitaka Amano, done for the Grand Finale arranged album.
FFVI Logo Art 1.jpg|Yoshitaka Amano concept art of the Magitek armor for the main logo of Final Fantasy VI.
FFVI Logo Art 2.jpg|Yoshitaka Amano concept art of the Magitek armor for the main logo of Final Fantasy VI.
Magitekarmor.png|Concept art.
Terra Magitek PSX gallery.jpg|Artwork.
Magitekarmor.PNG|Unmanned Magitek armor (SNES).
FFVI iOS Magitek Armor Sprite.png|Unmanned Magitek armor (2014 mobile/Steam).
M-Tek Armor.PNG|Imperial Magitek Soldier (battle sprite).
Orangemtech front.PNG|Imperial Magitek Soldier (field sprite, orange version).
FF6 Magitek Armor Construction.png|Magitek armor under construction in the Magitek Factory.
FF6 Magitek Armor Charging.png|Magitek armor recharging energy.
FFVI Magitek Armor Cutscreen.png|The rear view of a Magitek armor from the opening cutscene of Final Fantasy VI.
FFXIV Magitek Armor Concept.jpg|Final Fantasy XIV Artwork by Akihiko Yoshida.
FFXIV CG Magitek Armor.jpg|A garlean soldier riding a Magitek armor.
XIV_Magitek_Armor.jpg|A Magitek armor in Final Fantasy XIV.
FFXIV - Magitek Armor.jpg|A Magitek armor in Final Fantasy XIV.
Loqis-MA-FFXV-Assassin-Fest.png|Magitek armor in Final Fantasy XV.
Qatormagitek.PNG|Final Fantasy Type-0 concept artwork, Qator Bashtar's Magitek armor Gabriel.
RetroMagitekArmorConcept-fftype0.png|"Retro" MA (unused) design for Final Fantasy Type-0.
Theatrhythm CC Magitek Armor.png|Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Curtain Call.
FFAB Ultima FFVI Legend UR+.png|Final Fantasy Airborne Brigade.
FFAB Magitek Missile - Terra Legend CR.png|Final Fantasy Airborne Brigade.
==Etymology==
==References==
de:Magitek-Mech (FFVI)
ru:Магитех-механоид
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