MESS-S1aF/NU-003 Perfect Harbinger

- 2x Anti-Armor Knives

The MESS-S1aF/NU-003 Perfect Harbinger is a Garrisai from the *Harbinger - Dead Legacy* Novel. Initially piloted by Katherine Isakura, it is later piloted by Alexander Baltimore.

## Technology and Combat Characteristics

The Perfect Harbinger, also known as the Harbinger II, (or just Harbinger to its pilot) was built from the frame of a Harbinger Ground Type from the Interstellar Era. Unlike the Harbinger used by Alex Baltimore, this frame was equipped with the latest tech. Improved joints, a HMT II Thruster array, a prototype laser rifle, and (most importantly) a NU METACOM System were all added. This unit would not only keep true the idea of Alex's Harbinger, but also become one of the most advanced units to have ever been developed.

## Armaments

- EC-10 Prototype Laser Rifle: This experimental rifle was developed by the Instinct Corporation, but would never really see much use as it was outmatched by the cheap prices of the weapons produced by Kestrel. However, one of these experimental rifles would be improvised off of the Blacklight’s EC-07 Laser Sniper, as well as old blueprints taken in by Neptune Base. It is semi-automatic, with a long-range scope and 18-round magazine. When not in use, it can be stored on the back.

- Actuator Knee: Each of the Harbinger's knees is equipped with a spring-loaded spike. When activated, the spike will launch out from the top of the knee armor, which is capable of piercing armor plates at close range. If needed, the spike can be purged, though it can also be retracted for repeated use.

- Folding Heat Saber: This upgraded version of the Harbinger's iconic Folding Heat Blade is much larger in size, though it can still be used by one hand. Its size can allow for a larger attack range, though it is heavier and slower to swing. However, the Harbinger's advanced hydraulics allow for the weapon to be swung as fast as it could when the Harbinger used the Heat Blade. When not in use, it can be folded and mounted on the rear skirt armor.

- Anti-Armor Knife: A small knife that is used only at extreme close-range. They are capable of piercing armor in stabbing attacks, though slashing attacks are not advised. Two of these knives are stored in each of the Harbinger's calf armors, and slide out from the armor when deployed.

- 80mm Forearm Autocannons: Two of these are mounted on each of the Harbinger's forearms. Their penetrating power is incredibly strong, though they aren't very accurate and are best used at close to mid range. They include a ten-round internal magazine each. When used, the autocannons fire its rounds from an recoilless barrel. They were perceived as the fine-tuned successor of the Harbinger's iconic 100mm HAMGs.

## History

After the Lance Core Remnants arrived at Guardia Seven, the Harbinger was equipped with the Landbuster Pack. Around the same time, the Unscathed Neo-Insurgency was constructing another unit from a Harbinger Ground Type in Marie Winhart's collection. Primarily inspired from the Predator and data gathered from UNI battles, it was actually intended for UNI ace Katherine Isakura as her replacement machine. After the original Harbinger was downed during the overwhelming onslaught from Daniel Sherman, however, the Perfect Harbinger was launched early from the Fellhunter Landship and sent to Alex instead. It would remain in this form (under Alex's use) until the final confrontation with the Mercury Legion, where it was upgraded into the Harbinger Legacy.

## Trivia

- The Perfect Harbinger shares a slight resemblance to the MESS III from Epic Yoshi Comix, with the most notable similarities being in the Folding Heat Saber (Fiery Greatsword of Victory) and the EC-10 Laser Rifle (Plasma Cannon).