SP-02 Unity

- Unity C Module "G-Craft"

- "Assault Mode"

- C Module Hidden Sub-Arms

The SP-02 Unity is a Garrisai from the *Harbinger - An Old-Era War* Novel. It is piloted by James Rubicon.

## Technology and Combat Characteristics

The Unity was developed to test the use of the Three-Stage Assembly System, which allowed for varied use of each of the three components. The Garrisai is divided into three parts: the G-Fighter, the G-Tank, and the G-Craft. The Fighter is a small aircraft that is primarily used for transport, though it can also attack small targets with its machine guns. The second is the Tank, which is the upper body of the Garrisai. It has back-mounted treads that allow it to roll across the ground, with the arms acting as temporary cannons. When the Fighter is slotted into the Tank, it pushes the Unity's head out and upward, known as the Assault Mode. The aircraft thrusters serve as a hovering device for the upper body, allowing for direct operation of the arms. This pays homage to the Classic MESS II’s split-function system. The final component is the Craft, which in its base form is a hovercraft capable of both land and water travel. Unlike the other components of the Unity, the Craft can transform into its alternate form unassisted, essentially becoming a pair of disembodied legs mounted on a torso. Similar to the Classic MESS II, it can operate and walk independently of the Garrisai, with the side skirts transforming into arms. The pilot operates the unit in the central pelvis area. It can hold and use any weapons mounted on the rear skirt that it may have attached. (Ex. The sword.) Each component is known as a module (Fighter: 1, Tank: 2, Craft: 3)

The Unity will typically launch in any one of its three Modules, depending on the mission at hand. Rarely will it launch in the entire combined unit, as to make collateral repairs easier. It will usually support Units 1 and 3 when deployed in any one of its Modules. All three modules can be active at the same time if used by three different pilots.

## Armaments

- 20mm Vulcans: The primary weapons of the Fighter Module. These are ineffective against armor, but can be used to disrupt incoming projectiles and distract enemies. They can no longer be used when in Assault or Complete Mode.

- Rocket-Powered Forearms w. Breaker Knuckles: These are assumed to be developed from the Joyride’s rocket arms, though the latter’s are non-retractable. Each forearm is powered by four rocket thrusters on the outside of the armor.

- Fiery Greatsword of Victory: This compact sword is the primary form of melee attacks for the Unity. Usually stored on the rear skirt armor, the blade flips out when in use. The heated blade can cut through most armor, and frames as well if swung hard enough. It can be used by both of the G-Craft's sub-arms, and the main arms when fully assembled.

- Prototype Laser Cannon: This handheld laser weapon is the primary weapon of the Unity. It is a semi-automatic, hip-firing rifle with a foregrip, and can hold up to 15 rounds per energy magazine. When in tank mode, the cannon is slotted into the collar of the Garrisai's torso, serving as the forward cannon. When in robot mode, the cannon can be stored on the rear skirt armor, like the Folding Heat Saber. Interestingly, the Cannon has a higher output when slotted into the main body, promoting its use as a powerful strategic weapon.

## Special Equipment and Features

- Assault Mode: This partial transformation of the Unity's A and B Modules gives it increased movement speed and agility. Using the main thruster of the G-Fighter as a levitation device, the Unity can dodge more attacks and deal plenty of its own much faster. Due to the excessive strain on the Garrisai's Fusion Drive, however, the Unity can only operate in Assault Mode for a total of five minutes before having to split/dock with the G-Craft in its sub unit mode.

- G-Sub Unit: This transformation of the G-Craft to become a miniature Garrisai gives the Unity better control of the battlefield. Essentially being a pair of legs and a torso, its combat capability comes from the sub-arms hidden on each of the side skirts. This allows it to use the Fiery Greatsword of Victory stored on the rear skirt armor (or the roof, in the case of the hovercraft) in these arms. Similar to the G-Fighter and G-Tank in Assault Mode, the G-Sub Unit’s lower profile makes it harder to hit. However, just like the former, it can only operate in this form for five minutes before having to transform/dock with the rest of the Unity.

## Trivia

- Both the G-Tank and G-Craft have sub-generators and cockpits when separated from the G-Fighter, which results in two things. First, the ability to operate independently from the other Modules, each serving as normal vehicles. Second, the combination of all Modules tripling the power output of the Garrisai, giving it a higher performance. Of course, this means an overall increase in power consumption, meaning it is ill-advised to use the Garrisai mode for long periods of time.