ESU-S4xD2/NU-018 Lily Noir

After the near-destruction of the Zephyr Factory Custom, Veronica was in need of a machine that also complimented her growing skills in Garrisai combat. Thus, she would come to get a hold of numerous spare parts that made up the basis of the Majestic-Type Frame—the same frame seen on the Kingship and Pegasus. Using these parts, the Zephyr would undergo an extensive overhaul, along with some added parts owned by Veronica.

Technology and Combat Characteristics
Due to the Zephyr's loss of flight capabilities, Veronica was inclined to build the Zephyr around high-mobility ground use. Replacing the late Pull Binders with the Tactical Wings (built from her own design), the Zephyr maintained around the same speeds it had in its former state. Topped off with a NU METACOM System, it allows Veronica to automate many of the machine's weapons and movements.

Armaments
- Blade of the Lily: A melee-centered variation of the T-21 that allows for the blade of the weapon to split into two separate sections, revealing an industrial "claw". Using the same button mechanism as the aforementioned T-21, the T-22 can use its split blade to disarm enemy weapons, bisect enemy opponents, or even close the claw to break the weapon of an enemy. Veronica’s model included a flat-edged blade—a design more akin to that of a club.

- Actuator Knuckles: Instead of utilizing the usual 80mm forearm Autocannons seen on most Majestic-based Units, the Lily uses a pair of actuator knuckles. They consist of a large needle-like bolt that can shoot forward in its mount, piercing armor with ease. It is best for close-quarters encounters with heavily armored enemies. After being extended, they can be retracted (or purged should the need arise).

- 100mm SB HAMGs: A single-barrel medium-range Cannon that reduces the bulk found in the usual twin-barrel version. Folding out from under the arm of the machine, they can be used to barrage enemies in high-powered rounds. They contain an internal twenty-round magazine, but are unable to be handheld.

- CW-06 Rocket Launchers: A launcher that fires unguided, high-explosive rounds that can destroy a Garrisai in a single shot. Contains an extended five-round magazine for use with the Lily’s ultimate attack. They can rotate over the shoulders when in use, allowing for hands-free firing. When needed, either of the two launchers can detach from their mounts and be handheld.

Special Equipment and Features
- Tactical Wings: Being a near replica of the Dark Pegasus, Veronica took the time to attempt in remaking its signature “Pegasus Wings” backpack. Unlike the original, this version includes a pair of 100mm Single-Barrel HAMGs and CW-06 Rocket Launchers on parallel sides of the “feathers.” The launchers are located on the top of each wing, while the cannons are located on the bottom. When activated, the weapons fold out from being tucked under the feathers, facing the front of the machine. This allows for repetitive fire in an ultimate attack. The remaining two feathers are full-sized rocket boosters like the ones seen on the Archangel, which can combine their power with the half-boosters of the weapon-bound feathers for high-mobility. When not in use, the shells of the top and bottom feathers close up over the smaller feathers, keeping them protected.

- Drill Crest: Unlike the unicorn-like crests of the Kingship and Pegasus, the Lily has a rotating drill-shaped crest. It is most effective used in pressing the unit’s head into the enemy, allowing the drill to shred through any opposing surfaces. It served as the replacement of the EoT (aka Eye of the Tempest), which had been destroyed along with most of the Zephyr's head equipment.

History
After the awakening of the "Lacerta" Celestial Strider, Veronica and her damaged Zephyr went into hiding, knowing she couldn't beat the machine on her own. However, one of her recent bounties had previously owned a Citadel, giving her the materials needed to repair her machine. She would then return to the battlefield to aid in destroying the Lacerta, along with the two Anti-CS machines deployed by the Mercury Legion, and the Solar Cannon of the UNI.

Trivia
- Its former suffix, Archandrai, is pronounced (Ark-and-dry).

- The Noir combines the elements of the original Lily Noir concept, and Zephyr FC. It retains the large melee weapon and drill head of the original Noir, and the missile launchers and claw weapons of the Zephyr.

- The Noir is heavily inspired from the Freedom Gundam of Seed.