"Fly! Gundam!!" ~Introduction~ Hi, this is Louis. This post is a remake of the setting for 'Louis's Custom Gundam,' compiled to commemorate Gundam's 47th anniversary. It's my own reinterpretation using the RG Ver.2.0 design. Please be aware if you are sensitive to such things. Also, it took quite a while to complete, so it might have been finished around the time the 47th anniversary boom had died down. 〇Catalog Specifications Louis's Custom Gundam Model Number: RX-78-2 Affiliation: Earth Federation Forces Special Forces Manufacturer: Headquarters Base Cooperation: Anaheim Electronics Production Type: Prototype Head Height: 18.0m Body Weight: 43.4t Fully Equipped Weight: 60.0t Generator Total Output: 1,680kW Thruster Total Thrust: 60,000kg Sensor Effective Radius: 6,000m Armor Material: Luna Titanium Alloy Fixed Armament Head-mounted 60mm Vulcan Cannon x 2 Beam Saber / Beam Javelin x 2 Personal Weapons Beam Rifle Hyper Bazooka Gundam Shield Gundam Hammer Hyper Hammer Super Napalm 〇Catalog Specifications of the Gundam during the One Year War (for comparison) Model Number: RX-78-2 Head Height: 18.0m Body Weight: 43.4t Fully Equipped Weight: 60.0t Generator Total Output: 1,380kW Thruster Total Thrust: 55,500kg Sensor Effective Radius: 5,700m Armor Material: Luna Titanium Alloy (Gundarium α) 〇Overview According to one theory, this unit was recovered and restored in U.C. 0097 by the special forces unit and Anaheim Electronics after being heavily damaged and abandoned in the Battle of A Baoa Qu. The pilot was Major Louis Kobayashi. The Gundam was a prototype developed by the Earth Federation Forces, incorporating the latest technology of the time regardless of cost. Its versatility across battlefields allowed it to defeat Zeon's mobile suits one after another, earning it the nickname "The Federation's White Devil." This particular unit, while utilizing the original materials, featured a completely reprogrammed computer, a Luna Titanium Alloy blend of Luna Titanium alloy and the latest Gundarium alloy for enhanced durability, and a Semi-Monocoque Structure that, while maintaining the same maintainability as the original, offered a range of motion closer to that of a movable frame. These were just some of the thorough upgrades. Although its catalog specifications put it just short of matching the Jegan D-type, the Federation's standard mass-produced mobile suit, it became a feared "resurrected White Devil" among the Zeon remnants. Furthermore, this led to the creation of the mass-produced Gundam and Gundam Custom series, bringing the existence of the RX-78-2 back into the public eye. 〇Background 　＿＿It all began in U.C. 0079. The One Year War. The Earth Federation Forces implemented Operation V to counter the Principality of Zeon's mobile suits, including the Zaku. Developed based on a tank due to a misinterpretation, the RX-75 Guntank boasted superior firepower and range. The RX-77-2 Guncannon, the first to achieve bipedal locomotion, specialized in robustness and mid-range support. And the RX-78-2 Gundam, a close-combat mobile suit packed with the latest technology of the time. Several units were transported to Side 7 and lost in a Zaku II attack, leaving these three to be deployed in combat aboard the White Base. They returned to space from Jaburo and were heavily damaged in the Battle of A Baoa Qu, but pilots Amuro Ray and others survived. 　＿＿And now it's U.C. 0097. 18 years later. Major Louis Kobayashi of the newly formed Earth Federation Forces Special Forces 01st Platoon, piloting a Jegan, noticed an unprecedented and unusual reading on his radar immediately after completing his mission. He followed the radar's direction and witnessed something unbelievable: It was the wreckage of the former Gundam. Major Louis contacted headquarters, arranged for an 89-type Base Jabber, and brought it back. The Jegan underwent a thorough modernization and, with the cooperation of Anaheim Electronics, was significantly upgraded. Perhaps as a tribute to the original Gundam, the Core Block System was also retained. Therefore, the cockpit features a display composed of three consoles and a fixed seat, rather than the mainstream all-around monitor linear seat. However, sensors and cameras have been added throughout the aircraft, so while visibility is inferior, there are virtually no blind spots. The frame has been improved to a semi-monocoque structure , and the armor has been changed to Luna Titanium Alloy , resulting in improved performance. Furthermore, while retaining the design from the One Year War era, the shape has been modified in several places, and the internals are almost entirely different. The cockpit block, which originally opened upwards, was modified to unfold vertically. This also created a platform, making boarding and disembarking easier. The Core Fighter was also improved, with the addition of auxiliary joints to the airframe, allowing for more flexible movement that is less likely to interfere with the torso. It also became possible to separate and combine in mid-air. After repeated testing, the Gundam stood on the ground once again. At this time, the remnants of the Zeon forces feared it, saying, "The White Devil has been resurrected," and Major Louis, realizing that this Gundam, the "symbol of the Federation Forces," was the true mobile suit, would use it to plan a mass production of Gundams, rather than GMs or Jegans. 〇What is the ? A special unit newly established by the Earth Federation Forces in U.C. 0096. The official name is Federal Advanced Mobile-Intervention Legion for Youth. Federation… Clearly indicates that it is an official unit of the Earth Federation Forces. Advanced… Indicates that it is an elite unit and has a next-generation role. Mobile-Intervention… Indicates rapid response and combat intervention capabilities using Mobile Suits. Legion… Indicates a multi-layered unit group including a platoon system. Youth… Indicates a next-generation fighting force centered around young pilots. These are abbreviated as . It is composed of nine young ace pilots in their late teens to twenties, and is like a next-generation unit that will weave the future of the Federation Forces. It is divided into nine platoons, and each ace pilot is also appointed as a platoon leader. 〇Pilot Louis Kobayashi Age: 23 Gender: Male Voice Image: Tomoyuki Morikawa The second Gundam pilot. From Earth. He joined the force at the age of 15 and has accumulated long training and arduous missions. And at the young age of 23, he rose to the rank of Major in a short period of time, becoming the leader of the 01 squad. Although his last name is the same as Hayato Kobayashi's, they are not related by blood. He was saved by a Gundam during the One Year War in his childhood, and since then he has had an extraordinary respect for Gundams. He has a strong sense of justice and cares deeply for his comrades. Perhaps due to his accumulated harsh experiences, he is calm and unfazed by most things, and even in battle, he can crack lighthearted jokes with ease, possessing a fearless and humorous personality. He is also sincere towards women. (※The character is modeled after Leon S. Kennedy.) 〇Weapons Head-mounted 60mm Vulcan Cannon A caseless machine gun built into the temple. It is mainly useful for suppression fire and other critical situations. Previously, the magazine capacity was 50-60 rounds (various theories exist), but with this modification, the magazine has been expanded to 100 rounds. Depending on the distance, it can penetrate vital points. Beam Rifle The main weapon synonymous with the Gundam. This weapon boasted power on par with a battleship's main gun, but it has been powered up through improvements. While the number of rounds remains the same, its power has increased by 1.5 times, and what's more, a long beam saber mechanism has been added. Beam Saber Another synonymous weapon. A close-combat weapon that forms a beam blade. Unlike the Gundam Mk-II, it does not have an energy supply route in the hand, and the saber has its own power source. Two sabers are equipped on the backpack, and this time, a movable gimmick has been added to the base of the saber rack. This makes it easier to draw, and, inspired by the ZZ Gundam's double cannons, it can now be used as a beam cannon when stored, although with lower power. Gundam Shield A shield characterized by the Federation's cross mark. Additional plates have been attached in various places. It has two mounting latches and a grip, which are attached via the arm. The beam-resistant coating, like that of the Jegan, is applied to a standard commensurate with the time, allowing it to withstand a certain degree of beam, albeit limited to older weapons. Hyper Bazooka 360mm recoilless rocket launcher. The magazine capacity was originally 5 rounds, but due to the compact design of the warheads and magazine expansion, the rounds are now arranged in two rows of 5, allowing for a total of 10 rounds. Furthermore, the warhead can be selected between a standard rocket and a shotgun shell depending on the cartridge. Beam Javelin A pole weapon formed by deploying a beam saber into a rod shape and creating a spherical beam blade. The tip has a rough appearance, making it look like it has high power to anyone who sees it. Previously, it was used by releasing the limiter on the beam saber, but here, dedicated saber grips have been developed for both the beam saber and the beam javelin. The beam saber is often mounted on the backpack, and the beam javelin on the back of the shield, allowing for different uses depending on the situation. Super Napalm An incendiary grenade attached to the underside of the beam rifle barrel. Although it was a minor weapon rarely seen during the One Year War, it was also redeveloped. The warhead is painted red. Gundam Hammer / Hyper Hammer A so-called morning star, a spiked iron ball attached to a chain. A mass weapon, it was also produced again. The Gundam Hammer was made lighter and easier to swing thanks to a change in material, and the Hyper Hammer was made faster to attack with the latest thrusters. 〇Afterword This is Louis, the author. Thank you for reading to the end (*^^*) The RG Ver.2.0 was such an evolution in plastic models that I felt, after thinking about it for a while, that "this isn't a Gundam from the One Year War," and that was the trigger for writing this MSV-RU1 Louis's Custom Gundam, without modifying or painting the main body, but utilizing its design and gimmicks. Looking back now, I've included some completely absurd settings that would even surprise Argent Kiel lol It really turned into something like "My Ultimate Gundam" lol I'll continue drawing all sorts of ideal mobile suits, so please check them out! Thank you for reading!

MSV-RU1 Louis's Custom Gundam | ルイ's Gunpla works