CSF-S3bA-036 Castel Commander Type (Dominic Ramirez Use)

- 40mm ASU

The CSF-S3bA-036 Castel Commander Type (Dominic Ramirez Use) is a Garrisai from the *Harbinger - Dead Legacy* Novel. It is piloted by Dominic Ramirez.

## Technology and Combat Characteristics

Retaining the same performance as the Castel Ground Types it was built from, Dom's Commander Type is only improved by the slight modifications it is given, and the skills of Dom himself. Using the standard control system and frame modifications meant that the machine is slightly less maneuverable compared to that of the Harbinger.

## Armaments

- Anti-Armor Blade: The Standard melee armament for most mass-production units. It is made entirely of Steelpoint Alloy from Blade to grip, thus its durability is very strong. While usually stored on the side skirt armor, it can also be stored underneath the shield for a greater freedom of movement.

- Anti-Armor Saber: A longer and heavier version of the Anti-Armor Blade. While retaining a similar quality, the Saber’s length gives it a wider range of attack, and is more capable of slam attacks compared to the blade. When not in use, it is stored on the side skirt armor.

- 30mm Forearm Vulcan: Derived from the anti-infantry guns found on light vehicles, this improvised weapon is mounted on the Commander Type's right forearm and fed by a replaceable magazine. While it is unable to damage the Nanolaminate Plating used by most Garrisai, it is better used for targeting eye cameras, joints, and other sensitive materials.

- 40mm Custom Rifle: A modified 40mm Rifle used by most Units of the Castel line. This specific rifle has been fitted with an extended barrel for increased accuracy, and a larger magazine for longer firing times. When not in use, it is stored on the rear skirt armor.

- Nanolaminate Standard Shield: A shield used by most Units of the Castel Line. It is capable of resisting both melee and ranged attacks from opposing Garrisai, and dealing hits as an improvised melee weapon. While usually mounted on the left forearm of the Castel Commander Type, it can also be handheld.

## History

Shortly after the Fall of the NDRC, Minerva Base had been in a state of isolation from the rest of the world, and practically remained at the mercy of the Mercury Legion. With no outside communication and no adequate pilots to defend the base, John ordered the initiation of the REDEMPTION Project--a Neptune Remnants-inspired training program that involved the conversion of Minerva's civilian population into Garrisai pilots. A total of thirteen trainees were selected from the crowd at Minerva, one of which included Dominic Ramirez--a young boy under John's personal care as a guardian.

After months of intensive training, the pilots at Minerva Base launched a number of offensives against the encroaching Mercury Legion, using the eight Castel Ground Types stationed at Minerva. While they saw some success as a result of their guerilla warfare and ambush tactics, Minerva's attack force grew smaller and smaller with each attack. Eventually, a bad run-in with Miia Deltavi's Vendetta destroyed the remaining Castel Ground Types and left one surviving unit severely damaged, its pilot dying shortly after returning.

Realizing the direness of the situation, Minerva's acting Commander John Orion issued a complete overhaul of the remaining Castel Ground Type, designating it as the base's first and last line of defense. Using the remaining parts found in Minerva's reserves, the last Castel Ground type was outfitted with whatever weapons and armor the mechanics could find, the team just barely being able to give the Garrisai a completed frame. With no pilots left at his disposal, John regretfully assigned Dominic Ramirez to the Garrisai, who would serve as its emergency pilot should an attack ever befall Minerva.

## Trivia

- Even though Minerva Base had a decent amount of armor plates and weapons, they were lacking in enough parts to construct complete Garrisai Frames. This allowed for the Harbinger to be given a suitable amount of armor and weapons, as they needed something to put all of their weapons on. The remaining parts for a Garrisai Frame were used as spare parts for Dom’s Castel, as it was essentially the only one they had.