LS2/MESS-S1aF2/NU-003 MASTERSTRIKE Harbinger

Technology and Combat Characteristics
Being the projected final form of the Harbinger, the Master Strike was designed for long-term combat in all-range situations. Fulfilling the same legacy of the Land Strike System, the Master Strike was basically a mobile fortress that used heavy guns and explosive launchers to overwhelm multiple opponents. Paired with the skills of Alex and his NU METACOM System, the MS Harbinger has no trouble multitasking, sometimes even better than the Heavyguns of the past. A pair of sub-arms help with reloading and aiming the different weapons at the unit's disposal. Essentially, the MS System was layered over the Perfect Pack, meaning that when necessary it can be purged to access the Harbinger's stock weapons.

Armaments
- 300mm Enhanced HPNCs: The MS-H is equipped with a pair of shoulder mounted HPNCs, reinforced with Nanolaminate plates for healthier cooling when firing in succession.

- Swarmfire Missile Launchers: Four Swarmfire Missile Launchers are fixed within the Harbinger’s Exo-Armor—two within the lower leg armors, and two within the large shoulder armors. When activated, the plates covering the tubes retract and allow the missiles to fire.

- Wire-Guided Rocket Forearms w. Buster Knuckles: The MS-H’s forearms were upgraded from data gathered from the Saturn, allowing for use of its all-range attack. With the NU METACOM System, the pilot can control these units’ sub-thrusters telepathically, and retract them with the wires connected to them. The 40mm ASUs or anti-armor blades can be used while the forearms are in flight, allowing for some unique attack styles.

- 40mm ASUs: A staple of the Kestrel Line, the 40mm Assault Rifle (or ASU) has been adopted by almost every faction due to its versatility and reliability in combat. Almost always seen being used by Mass-Production Units, the Rifle can be modified to fit any situation. Attachments such as underbarrel Grenade launchers, extended magazines, bayonets and flashlights are only some of the things the weapon can equip. When not in use, they are stored on each of the side skirt armors.

- Anti-Armor Blades: The Standard melee armament for most mass-production units. It is made entirely of steelpoint Alloy from Blade to grip, thus its durability is incredibly strong. Most times it can be stored on the rear skirt armor, though it can also be stored under a Nanolaminate shield for quick access in a pinch.

Special Equipment and Features
- Assistive Targeting System: A simple targeting system seen on most Garrisai units that helps in aiming weapons. The MS-H’s is almost seldom used as the NU METACOM System compensates for targeting needs.

- Sub-Arms: mounted on the back of each of the shoulder armors, these sub-arms have been given extra armor to enhance their durability. While they can normally be used to pass and reload weapons for the MS-H, in the case of the main arms being severed, the sub arms can flip down and serve as replacements.

- HMT Compensating Thruster Kit: A modified HMT Thruster Kit designed to provide enough thrust to stay mobile while carrying the Harbinger's heavy weapons.

- Land Strike System MKII "Master Strike": An upgraded version of the Land Strike, equipped to control far heavier weapons and thicker armor than the original. Compared to the LSS, the MSS has been constructed exclusively for the Harbinger. When needed, the entire system can be purged.

History
The MS Harbinger was used in the battles against the UNI Aces and Jack's Forces, with its final use being against the IMS Destiny Runner.

Trivia
- The Exo-Armor protecting the Harbinger forms an entire extra layer of armor across all of Harbinger’s surfaces, which was built exclusively for the unit. This is compared to the retrofitted armor of the first Land Strike Harbinger, which was derived from Castel Ground Type armor and Heavygun Spare Parts.

- The MS-Harbinger’s alternate weapon/equipment set is derived from the designs of the MESS IV. This would be known as the Legacy Upgrade.

- The Canon upgrade and Legacy upgrade are upgraded from the Saturn and Jupiter, respectively.

- It also has a weapon set similar to the Full Armor Gundam and Silver Bullet of MSG.