Chapter 0: The Light of the Nexus

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In deep space, near the asteroid fortress Xiphidias-99, a faint glimmer appears above a floating piece of rock. As the sun cast its rays on the shoal zone, little by little, the silhouette of a large mobile suit slowly became visible. Eventually, the specter was revealed. It was the most heavily armed Gundam of the Aesir Wolves. Gundam... Balder.



Inside the cockpit of Gundam Balder was a young man, watching the battles unfold a couple of kilometers away from him. He stood motionless for a few seconds... and then radioed the pilots of the two Gundams that preceeded him.

-TRANSMISSION-
"Gundams Heimdall and Freyja, this is Unit 103, Balder. I will now clear ground zero for escape. Do you read? I am giving you 50 seconds to escape."
-TRANSMISSION-


After 50 seconds, the Gundam Balder lifted up its Mega Particle Cannon and set its sights on the three mobile suits from Chrome, which are nearly perfectly aligned for the shot. David hopes that the two Gundams have heard his warning.

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INITIAL PHASE MODE:
HP: 14330/14330
EN: 300/400
Movement: 3 spaces
Blocks: 5/5

Mega Particle Cannon
Type: Beam
Damage: 9400
Range: 2~9 spaces
Cost: 100 EN
Condition: Can only be fired after every phase.
Special Effect: Can hit multiple targets within range.

TARGETS:
DICE 1: VANGRAN NPC
DICE 2: KAIN
DICE 3: RAP

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Kain had just barely dodged the Heimdall's sword when a large beam came out of nowhere and destroyed the surrounding rocks around them.

Kain was almost fried to a crisp by that huge death ray. Luckily he was able to pick up the high energy reading and using his Prawn's custom boosters, managed to pull away from the blast zone without damage. However, he noticed that the paint on his silver machine was busted due to the intense heat. "What in heaven's name is that! Where did it come from?" The battle seemed like it was temporarily stopped due to the large energy burst.

He wouldn't have believed if the pilot hadn't contacted him beforehand. Balder was on the field, which meant they didn't have long to get out of the way, or risk near-destruction. Jonny didn't like leaving a battle like this, but he hit the boosters after his strike missed, speeding away just in time to avoid the massive beam of destruction.
"That machine is the very definition of overkill." He commented on the scale of the Balder's firepower, before opening up communications with both of the other units.

"I think it's best if we get out of here whilst we have the chance. The operation was a dud, and I'd rather not stick around for Chrome reinforcements to show up." He said, finally easing up a bit. Their first mission may have been a failure, but that was only because it technically never existed. They shoved the Chromies around a bit, so now they'd be wary of the gundams in the future. Jonny used the asteroids for cover as he made his way back to the ship, hoping the others would stay undetected in he trip back.

Back at the AEO Moon Base.

“They must be caught up with something…” the general supposed. Largam stands impatiently beside Isshin, How long are we supposed to wait for those vets to return? I’m already having stomach issues just by standing here in this cold room. he thought to himself. After finishing his tea, Isshin uncrosses his legs and sets the cup down the table before motioning out with a faint grin, “I don’t suppose you have another test pilot lying around in the base.”

Nice move sir Isshin! Now if I can just excuse myself for a moment so I could head towards the comfort rooms. Largam thought.

General Sullivan rested his elbows on his desk and interlocked his fingers before laying ever so gently his lips unto his thumbs. Then he reclines back into his chair and puts his hand firmly faced down on the table. Its not like we have more than enough Gundams already. However it isn’t a bad idea to add one more. We have to seal this deal, even if it means letting that rookie test pilot the suit. We’ll just pretend he’s not a rookie and have him do simple tasks, that could work. Sullivan contemplated to himself. “Well… there is this one person.” the General replied.


(Katsushiro Asano that is you. Get ready to test pilot Gundam Soleil)

A.E.O. Moon base;
Somewhere inside the docks...

Moments later Katsushiro was finally able to make it to the hangar bay looking more nicely dressed up and groomed compared to when he was jumping out of his quarters. He kept turning his head sideways and with is eyes he scanned the area for his friend Elfier. “I guess he’s not here yet is he?” the young man asked himself. Upon searching for his buddy, he catches a glimpse of the Park Heavy Industries Transport ship and it completely takes his mind off the quest to search for his friend. As he approached the ship, he wore a smile similar to that of a child just so anxious to open a present in Christmas. “I just want to see it!” He made a quick note then dashed towards the hangar doors.

The sliding doors opened silently, allowing Katsushiro and anyone else to access the main hangar of the transport ship, where Park Heavy Industries’ newest Gundam is being rested. The blue-haired pilot's first impression was that the new mobile suit was state-of-the-art, for having been built by Isshin Yaho, Head Engineer for Park Heavy Industries: sleek, clean, with no components out of place, well-illuminated... although, it had to be said, somewhat unsettling in its apparent perfection. He wouldn't have been surprised if someone told his that the mobile suit was completely controlled by an automated system... But that would take the fun out of it wouldn’t it?

But such consideration could be postponed for later. As the rookie pilot walked into the large room, the doors sliding closed behind him, a maintenance guy stood up and climbed down from their seats to introduce himself to the young pilot... who, in turn, straightened himself and saluted, which the silver-haired middle aged man quickly reciprocated.

"I ought to introduce myself. Lieutenant Philippe Pétain, maintenance guy of this ship." he said. "You must be the test pilot eh? Go ahead and check her out, I’ll be out for lunch and will be back in a few."

"T-test pilot? Ah... Yeah-yeah! hehehe" Katsushiro reluctantly answered without knowing that he was really the assigned test pilot for the Gundam. "My name is Asano Katsushiro. That is correct! Ahahaha! I am the test pilot!" he tried saying in the most convincing way he could.

As soon as the Maintenance guy had left, Katsushiro dastardly climbs on a small elevator and on to a platform leading to the Gundam’s cockpit. He was knowledgeable enough to be able to open the cockpit doors. But he doesn’t enter the mobile suit completely; he sticks his head in the cockpit and pulls out a side panel. Katsushiro proceeds by running a mobile suit diagnostic.

Katsushiro narrowed his eyes and looked down at the hangar doors, already imagining that they wouldn't be too pleased if they found out that he’s messing with the new mobile suit. However, he couldn’t seem to control his excitement and curiosity. At least, this way even if he got caught it would be worth the trouble. “It’s got a beam saber, beam vulcans and….”

“Its pretty much lightly equipped like the Heimdall. Unlike the Balder which has chest vulcans, linear guns not to mention a beam machete and its primary weapon the Mega Particle Cannon. Freya, aside from its claw weapons that can crush and shoot, it’s got a face mounted beam cannon that is effective even in mid range, and Gun Bits for taking out enemies from afar.” Katsushiro noted. As he neared the end of his investigation; he becomes rather misplaced after seeing, “Sol Invictus?”

A.E.O. Moon Headquarters, AEO Moon Library

Inside a big hexagonal room. if you will look from the ceiling, it's approximately 20 feet high in terms of height, with at least 5 hectares of space. Has a 2nd floor but it only acts like a balcony and the middle of the room is a big circular open space. There are alot of bookshelves in every corner including the walls of the 2nd floor and there are 10 computers facing in different directions. 5 computers for the far ends of the wall in the first floor, 4 high-end computers in the middle and in the center of the room is a mainframe for server purposes. Such feat can only be seen in AEO Moon HQ, The AEO Moon Library. Elfeir was found there researching about AEO and it's Mobile Suits since he was a new research officer and he was ordered to examine and give analysis to the past and present Mobile Suit functions and articulation. He stayed there for two and a half straight hours comparing such technology for it was to see if he is fit to become an officer.

"It started out with ARX-040, It's the most functional prototype ever created. Ever since, it began it's improvement. Changing the inner frame was a very good idea until we have this standard frame that every faction and private paramilitaries are currently using. It can be adjustable to either land, water, air and space. It's articulation have improved a lot but there are advantages and disadvantages as you put different outer frame body. So as including it with armaments."

The boy was so focused that he didn't even noticed the time.

"Hmm... the head concept of this build is... What the hell?!"

Elfeir stood up quickly and looked at the time. He forgot that he needs to go to the ship hangar and run some other errands. Quickly getting his trusty laptop, he heads out of the Library as he shows his ID and sign out on the log screen of the guard.

"Thank you" as he salute to the guard. The guard salutes back.


As Elfeir step back to float, he did not noticed that one of the ZGG(Zero-Gravity Guide) Handles caught his belt from behind. The belt slightly tap back the button and the handle began dragging Elfeir in the corridor, Butt first.