Disclaimer: I don't own Mobile suit Gundam, or any of the mobile suits in this story. I wish I did have a gundam though, particularly Heavyarms Kai.
I thought of this a while back, but didn't know what to do with it, so I decided to write this. These are my personal views on mobile suits, from the eyes of Gene O. Shadow, one of the worlds better mobile suit experts. I hope you like these ideas, and if you have any other robots you would like to see my opinion of, let me know. Beginning inspection of mobile suits of the Principality of Zeon.
Day one: Today I headed out to a museum for older model mobile suits. The curator had these mobile suits built from the original blue prints, and wanted to know if I could take a look at them and design a newer model. I accepted since I have nothing better to do with my time. My shuttle leaves in a few hours. Will report later.
Day two: I arrived at the museum at seven A.M. by the shuttle bus from the station. From initial views of the museum I can see that the curator likes mobile suits. She has a very extensive collection. If anyone broke in and stole anything, it could easily cause a war to break out.
"Gene! Good to see you made good time." The curator walked up to me, clearly glad to see me. She shook my hand and escorted me in. The very first mobile suit was a standard Zaku I with a machine gun in its right hand. "Impressive Ms. Heart. You followed the blueprints perfectly. I can't wait to start." Ms. Heart smiled. "You can start any time you are ready Mr. Shadow. Thank you again for doing this. If you need any thing just let me know with the comm. systems in the mobile suits." Gene smiled, thinking that if the mobile suits were indeed capable of moving he could get very good results. "I will, and thank you for letting me take these mobile suits to the testing area to conduct the tests." They shook hands again and Ms. Heart left. Gene turned to the old Zaku. 'Time to try you out big fella.'
Zaku I test results: 'The older model Zaku I preformed to exact recorded perameters of all data collected. Several modifications would allow this mobile suit to defend this colony, but use as a frontline unit would be a disaster. The old Zaku doesn't have the speed to keep up with current mobile suit technology. Overall rating: 3/10 danger rating to current mobile suits. In the hands of a great pilot this mobile suit still has limited potential. Next test, MS-06 Zaku II. Personal opinion: The Zaku I is a powerful suit in its own right, but should remain in locations as security units.'
Zaku II test results: 'The Zaku II preformed again to perfect recorded data. Without modifacations this mobile suit is as dangerous as a modified Zaku I. Notable modification recommended include a more powerful generator, increase in armor, and a better heat reducing cooling system. Overall Rating: 3.5/10 danger rating. Moving on to the Gouf. Personal opinion: The Zaku II would be best used as backup for Zaku I.'
Gouf test results: 'The Gouf handled like a dream, moving exactly like indicated data. Notable weakness: Thrusters are usable as movement enhancers, but not usable for extended use outside an atmosphere. Possible upgrades usable include, extension of heat rod, change armor to Gundanium, and make heat rod more flexible. Overall rating: 4.75/10 danger rating. Personal opinion: The Gouf is highly more useful than the Zaku units. By improving on the armor and thrusters, the gouf would rival the best units for space combat. In the hands of a good pilot, this mobile suit would increase to a danger rating of a seven easily. Moving on to the Dom.'
Dom test results: 'The Dom handled well, but during the tests, the thrusters proved to be more trouble than necessary. The constant gliding allows increased stealth, but only to mobile suits. The thrust system could be more useful if improve to the point of allowing the Dom to float over water instead of land, allowing a powerful land mobile suit to attack ships from an even level. The Giant Bazooka was powerful, but the flash system prove to be useless unless used at point blank range. Upgrades usable would be a stronger thruster for the legs, an electromagnetic pulse rocket launcher, and the use of the flash device either improved or dropped altogether. Overall Rating: 4.5/10. Personal opinion: If I had a choice, I would scrap the Dom and add the thrusters to the Gouf after adding superior armor to both. I would rather pilot a Gouf. Last for today is the Rick Dom.'
Rick Dom test results: 'Similar to a Dom, but used for space. No change in overall statistics. Same upgrades. Overall rating: 4.5/10. Personal opinion: Take the thrusters from the Rick Dom, and attach them to a Zaku or the Gouf. Both Doms seem more useful as spare parts, with few redeeming factors. That concludes todays results.'
After returning all mobile suits to their respective locations I said goodbye to Ms. Heart for the day and left for my hotel. Tomorrow I plan to test the amphibious models, and possibly the Gelgoog if there is time.
That is all for now. The other stories will be updated as I can. This is also likely to be the story with the most chapters if I can think up ideas for later.