Gundam Barbatos Model number: ASW-G-08Overall height: 18.0m, 18.8m (6th Form)
Base weight: 28.5t, 30.5t (6th Form)
[Season 1]
One of the 72 units built on the Gundam Frame during the Calamity War. While possessing the same high output and mobility as all Gundams due to their two Ahab Reactors, Barbatos' design in particular placed emphasis on extreme versatility. It is capable of mounting all sorts of equipment and adapting to any situation as necessary, particularly with the sub-arm equipped, universal hardpoint backpack.
It was discovered in the modern era on Mars in a badly degraded state by Chryse Guard Security. Company president Maruba Arkay briefly considers using it in combat and purchases a small stock of weaponry, but in the end he chooses instead to not risk Gjallarhorn's attention. Barbatos was subsequently placed in a hangar below CGS' base and used as a power source for the facilities.
1st Form: Circumstances later saw CGS' Third Division throwing the Gundam into combat, although they had to compensate for its incomplete cockpit by installing an Alaya-Vijnana system from one of their Mobile Worker units. The machine was in a terrible state, lacking proper shoulder armoring, and hadn't seen regular maintenance for ages.
2nd Form: Several successful battles and the establishment of the Tekkadan later, the team were able to enhance Barbatos with captured enemy parts. Salvaging a set of Graze shoulder armoring, the mechanics repurposed and equipped them onto the Gundam. It eventually lost the gauntlet and left arm plating during pitched battle with Gjallarhorn.
3rd Form: Ill-suited to properly repairing and maintaining the ancient Mobile Suit, the Tekkadan's mechanic team patched the machine's left arm back together and equipped it with a captured Wire Claw to make up for the loss of gear. The machine's performance was impacted during a difficult encounter with the Turbines group, where it took even more damage the crew wasn't prepared to fix.
4th Form: It was only after their alliance with Teiwaz that Barbatos was able to be properly refurbished, using a properly trained crew of engineers and Calamity War-era records on the Gundam itself. The machine was restored to its original appearance, with its frame and reactor output nearing their War specifications.
5th Form (1): A series of adaptive modifications for battle on the approach to Earth. Its arms, previously damaged, have been reinforced with heavier plating reminiscent of its old gauntlet. During the space drop operation it's equipped with a pair of captured Schwalbe Graze binders and reactive armor for combating the Kimaris.
5th Form (2): Following Mikazuki's improvised re-entry method, the Barbatos would need to once again undergo maintenance and the damaged Schwalbe Graze binders are removed. Under Eco Turbine's initiative, adjustments to the leg suspension and the addition of a new set of feet have improved the suit's mobility and balance under Earth's gravity.
6th Form: A set of enhancements made for the push into Edmonton. A new chest plate better protects the Gundam's cockpit, and the shoulders have been replaced with a set captured from a Graze Ritter. A revised pair of boosters have replaced the old hip thrusters. Although it loses a bit of mobility overall, the additional armor allows the Barbatos to endure longer periods of combat without resupply.
Armaments:300mm Smoothbore Gun/60mm Machine Gun: A folding rifle usually deployed using a backpack sub-arm. It is intended for outer space as it maximizes projectile power over accuracy, but the Alaya-Vijnana can alleviate the weapon's shortcomings. Due to the proliferation of nanolaminate armor it struggles to land a killing blow at range, so it is typically used to disrupt and knock enemy units off balance. For supplementary fire it has an underslung machine gun. Used by 2nd~5th Forms.
400mm Mortar: A two-round mortar originally designed for the Kutan Type-III, but wound up equipped on Barbatos instead. Mounted on either forearm, flipping forward to fire. Used by the 5th Form.
170mm Autocannon: Ideally suited for close combat. Mounted on either forearm, paired with or replacing the mortars. Used by the 5th & 6th Forms.
Mace/
Pile Bunker: A super-heavy melee weapon produced from the same hardened alloy as Mobile Suit frames. Hidden in the head of the mace is a pile driver, which propels massive
stakes into the target. Used by 1st~5th Forms.
Large Special Mace,
2: Nicknamed the "Wrench Mace", this weapon was delivered to the Tekkadan by the Montag Company. Heavier and more unwieldy than Barbatos' previous weapon, it can struggle to land a blow on agile opponents. The head of the mace
opens up into a large clamp, allowing it to restrain enemies or tear through them with the internally-mounted chainsaw. Used by the 5th & 6th Forms.
Long Sword,
2: A lightweight blade used for MS training by Teiwaz. Shortly after procuring one the Tekkadan had it modified to better fit Barbatos' hands and improve its effectiveness. While normally it struggles against armor, a proper swing with the Gundam's output behind it is capable of slicing through MS frames. Used by 4th~6th Forms.
Gauntlet: A piece of defensive gear already equipped when the machine was discovered on Mars. While thought to be part of Barbatos' original equipment the truth is unclear. Used by the 1st & 2nd Forms.
GR-Es02 Wire Claw: A piece of equipment captured from a Schwalbe Graze. A propelled grappling claw used for things such as restraining enemy mobile suits, clinging to ship hulls, and etc. Used by the 3rd Form.
Gundam Barbatos Lupus Model number: ASW-G-08Overall height: 19.0m
Base weight: 31.2t
[Season 2]
Having accumulated too much damage to simply be repaired by the Tekkadan, the Barbatos was instead placed in Teiwaz's care for a complete overhaul. The frame has been completely refurbished and some parts replaced with Teiwaz reproductions, which has the side benefit of improving its movability.
Mikazuki's combat data played a vital role in optimizing the design, resulting in something that seems more biological than mechanical. Barbatos' frame has been tuned to as closely match its reaction speed and mobility to his senses as possible, strengthening the bond between pilot and mobile suit through the Alaya-Vijnana system.
The Gundam's arms have been lengthened as part of this process, while the fingertips have been armored to protect from incidental damage. Due to Mikazuki excelling at close quarters with blunt, heavy weaponry, the usage of handheld firearms have been minimized and instead the Lupus primarily uses exchangeable firearms that are equipped on its forearms for ranged combat.
While the Lupus' redesigned armoring is comparatively light, it makes more effective use of curved surfaces to reduce the impact of ranged weaponry as it closes into melee range with opponents. Its waist boosters are patterned after those used by Barbatos' 5th and 6th forms, while the modified leg suspension has been retained as standard configuration to maintain the unit's versatility in all environments.
Armaments:Large Railgun: A large, high-powered cannon usually deployed using a backpack sub-arm. It has excellent handling despite its large size, with a sub-grip on either side of the weapon. The barrel of the railgun slides forward only when it is in use, allowing it to be carried in a compact form.
Arm 200mm Gun/20mm Machine Gun: Lightweight guns than can be mounted on either forearm. While smaller than the smoothbore gun previously used by Barbatos, they have a much higher rate of fire and can be operated hands-free. The barrels swivel forward to fire and use the rail slide to absorb recoil, minimizing their influence on the Gundam when in use. A small pair of supplementary machine guns are built-in near the sensor part.
Arm Rocket Launcher/20mm Machine Gun: Large caliber rocket launchers that can be mounted on either forearm in the same manner as the 200mm guns. These weapons have incredible stopping power, but a slow rate of fire and incredible recoil makes them best suited to mid-ranged combat. A small pair of supplementary machine guns are built-in near the sensor part.
Sword Mace: A heavy melee weapon produced by Teiwaz, its size and weight designed to avoid compromising Lupus' mobility. Unlike a conventional sword, the sword mace deals damage by chopping rather than slicing.
Twin Maces/Pile Bunker: A pair of smaller weapons reminiscent of Barbatos' original mace. Hidden in the head of each mace is a pile driver, which propels massive stakes into the target. While smaller than the Sword Mace, they're better suited for mass combats against many enemies.
Variable Maces: A pair of small maces, with fold out claws to catch the target on impact. When not in use they can fold up for storage.
Anti-Ship Lance Mace: A lance-shaped mace designed for attacking battleships. Featured in the Gundam Versus video game.
Sword: A reforged model of sword created by Teiwaz for Lupus. Made from the same hardened alloy as MS frames, its sharpness makes it ideal for slicing blows that cut right through enemy armor.
Gundam Barbatos Lupus Rex Model number: ASW-G-08Overall height: 19.0m
Base weight: 32.1t
[Season 2]
Owing to the massive damage Lupus suffered in battle with the Hashmal, the Gundam was transported back to Saisei for repair and overhaul. Mikazauki's combat data against the MA has been sampled in order to better pattern the machine after his close combat style, resulting in the machine's bestial appearance. The arms have been further lengthened and reinforced, while weapons have been installed throughout its body.
The Hashmal's wired blade has been repaired and transplanted onto Barbatos' back as a unique new weapon, controlled by the pilot like another limb via the Alaya-Vijnana system. The
sub-arms that were traditionally part of the Gundam's backpack structure have been moved to the Rex's forearms to supplement its oversized manipulators, unfolding at the elbows when in use. They're able to handle weapons and possess enough strength to grapple with enemy machines.
In response to Mikazuki's mounting injuries the Rex's cockpit structure has been modified to open from the front, so that it is easier for him to receive assistance in boarding the machine. In attempting to match his new level of compatibility with Barbatos through the Alaya-Vijnana system, the frame's reaction speed has been pushed to the theoretical limit. Mikazuki feels every joint of the Gundam's frame as if they were his own.
Armaments:Large Railgun: A large, high-powered cannon. It has excellent handling despite its large size, with a sub-grip on either side of the weapon. The barrel of the railgun slides forward only when it is in use, allowing it to be carried in a compact form. Featured in the Gundam Extreme Versus 2 video game.
300mm Smoothbore Gun/60mm Machine Gun: The same folding rifle previously used by Barbatos. While it prioritizes power over accuracy, use of the Alaya-Vijnana can account for the weapon's shortcomings. Due to the proliferation of nanolaminate armor it struggles to land a killing blow at range, so it is typically used to disrupt and knock enemy units off balance. For supplementary fire it has an underslung machine gun. Featured in the Gundam Extreme Versus 2 video game.
Arm 200mm Gun: Ranged weapons with a high rate of fire, located at the base of the wrists. Unlike the model used by Lupus, Rex's are mounted internally as part of the frame and can't be removed.
Ultra-Large Mace/
Pile Bunker, 2: A gigantic mace developed by Teiwaz with anti-battleship usage in mind. Hidden in the head of the mace and the bottom of the handle are pile drivers, which propel massive stakes into the target. The telescoping handle can adjust in response to the needs of the pilot, or to make the mace compact for storage on the rear skirt armor.
Rex Nails,
2: The Barbatos' new fingers and toes are made from the same obscure material as the Valkyrja Blades, giving them tremendous cutting power.
Variable Maces: A pair of small maces, with fold out claws to catch the target on impact. When not in use they can fold up for storage. Featured in the Gundam Extreme Versus 2 video game.
Long Sword: A lightweight blade used for MS training by Teiwaz. Shortly after procuring one the Tekkadan had it modified to better fit Barbatos' hands and improve its effectiveness. While normally it struggles against armor, a proper swing with the Gundam's output behind it is capable of slicing through MS frames. Featured in the Gundam Extreme Versus 2 video game.
Heel Bunker: A pile bunker is installed in each of Rex's heels, driving large stakes into the target.
Tail Blade: A large blade mounted to the back by a thick cable. The wire was salvaged from the remains of the Hashmal, and uses electrical currents to alter the viscosity of the material in order to bend in any direction.