Chapter 37: Tigerzord vs Gundam Epyon
Tigerzord belongs to Saban.
Gundam Epyon belong to Sunrise Inc.
Akame ga Kill belongs to Takahiro and Tetsuya Tashiro.
All Soundtracks belong to their respective owners.
Chelsea played start on the next episode as everyone quiet down and the episode starts playing and shows many masked people and some giant robots later on.
(Cues Invader - Jim Johnston)
Wiz: Evil: It has many faces, and sometimes even a good-natured soul may become its unknowing pawn.
"We became pawns for the Empire before we started defecting into the Revolutionary Army." Najenda admitted.
"Yeah, but those who still works as pawns may still have some good in them somewhere." Bulat added.
Boomstick: Oh, did you say something? I couldn't hear you over GIANT FIGHTING ROBOTS! Seriously, what's cooler than giant robots? Absolutely nothing!
"Hell yeah for giant robots!" Leone cheered as she pumped her fist up.
"I'll admit, giant robots seem very interesting to have." Mine said.
Wiz: The White Tigerzord, the sixth Thunderzord.
Boomstick: And Epyon, the sixth Gundam.
"Tigerzord looks awesome as a robot of justice." Seryu commented.
"I'm more interested in Epyon and it's capabilities." Tatsumi said, and Bulat nodded as he's interesting in Epyon as well.
Boomstick: He's Wiz and I'm Boomstick.
Wiz: And it's our job to analyze their weapons, armor, and skills to find out who would win... a Death Battle.
The first mech is a large white robotic tiger, but t transforms into a humanoid robot with a sword. And when it merge with other robots it becomes a colossal mech with unbelievable power as it fights giant monsters and it's pilot fight otherworldly beings that wants to destroy the Earth.
Tigerzord
(Cues Power Rangers - Fight *Instrumental*)
The first thing they see are giant robotic animals walking across as a group.
Wiz: Behold the Thunderzords, mighty bestial vehicles with a power and a force like you've never seen before.
"If there's a lion Thunderzord then I would so control it." Leone commented with a grin.
"I think there is a Thunderzord for that already." Akame replied and the Lionelle user just shouted in victory for that.
Boomstick: Unless you live in Japan, then that shit's everywhere!
"This Japan country is weird for this kind of stuff." Dorothea said blankly.
"Yeah, but they do have some fun stuff to have!" Cosmina chirped happily.
Wiz: The Thunderzords are piloted by the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, five overbearing and over-emotional humans.
Boomstick: Teenagers...
"So just a bunch of teenager turn into superheroes to defend the world from monsters and evil overlords?" Mine asked.
"That's pretty much it." Chelsea answered.
Wiz: For over a year, these five heroes defended the Earth from the evil Rita Repulsa and her cronies.
Rita was an evil sorceress and her minions were monster-like and it made the group intrigued.
Boomstick: But when her boss, Lord Zedd, showed up and started beating some serious Ranger ass, the team knew they needed some help.
"This Zedd must be really powerful to take on all the Rangers." Bols said.
"Yeah and powerful enough for the Rangers needing a lot more help to defeat him." Seryu added.
Wiz: Thus, a giant floating head in a tube and his robot buddy set to work building a new Ranger with a new Zord.
Zordon: I present to you... the White Ranger.
The room gets brighter, then the White Ranger floats downward to the ground.
White Ranger: Tigerzord!
(Cues MMPR - Go Green Ranger Go! *Instrumental*)
The White Tigerzord appears and roars as everyone seems interested about this.
BACKGROUND
The 6th Thunderzord
Height: 46.5 Meters
Weight: 150 Tons
Power: 75,000 Megavolts
Top Speed: 115 MPH
Pilot: Tommy Oliver
Power Source: Morphing Grid
Boomstick: The White Tigerzord is a gigantic weaponized robo-kitty. While cats are clearly inferior to dogs, I might make an exception for this one and take it home.
"With a robot that big, I doubt it'll fit into any normal house." Najenda snorted.
"Well I'm glad he admits that cats are lame than dogs, cause Koro doesn't like to be called inferior." Seryu sighed in relief and Koro nodded.
Wiz: Well, considering after it transforms to Warrior Mode, the Tigerzord weighs 150 tons and stands nearly fifteen floors tall, I don't think you'll find one in a pet shop window.
"Does pet shops even have giant robot animals?" Sheele asked.
"No they don't." Bulat answered.
(Cues Power Rangers - Hope for the World)
Boomstick: And it's a Transformer?! Awesome!
"Transformers are cool too, except without the piloting part." Lubbock commented.
The next thing the group sees is it's pilot who is a skilled teenager. But when he turns into a Ranger, he wears a white suit with black and some gold trimmings and he wields a talking sabre that shoots lasers and controls his Zord.
TOMMY OLIVER
White Mighty Morphin' Power Ranger
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 214 Ibs.
Weapon: Saba
- Length: 20 In.
- Sentient Sabre
- Can Fire Lasers & Fly Independently
Martial Arts: Karate, Kenpo, Taekwondo, Judo, Shinkido
Has Had 5 Different Ranger Powers
Wiz: The White Tigerzord is powered by the, quote, "White Light of Goodness", as is its pilot, the heroic leader of the team, Tommy Oliver, the White Ranger.
Then they see Tommy kicking a lot ass while an epic music is playing.
"He's not bad." Dr. Stylish hummed.
"Indeed, but with some extra training he could be a lot more skilled." Dorothea added.
Boomstick: He wasn't always in charge, though. His original powers came from the screeching, migraine-ridden she-witch Rita. Naturally, it was a trick and those powers came packaged with a curse that turned him evil.
"So he first became evil because of Rita tricked and curse him." Seryu commented.
"Seems like it." Susanoo nodded.
Wiz: Luckily, Rita doesn't logic much, so the Rangers reversed the spell by destroying a completely unrelated object.
"Seems like a very bland thing to reverse him to normal." Mine said blankly.
"But at least Tommy is back to being good." Sheele added with a smile.
Boomstick: Tommy wields Saba, a talking sabre that shoots lasers and remote controls the Tigerzord.
They see Tigerzord trips and falls on its back, still moving its feet as if running.
White Ranger: Hey! I thought you knew what you were doing!
Saba: I do!
White Ranger: Yeah, you sure could've fooled me.
"And it's really dumb on certain things." Dorothea commented in distaste before sipping some blood.
"Agreed." Akame nodded before munching on some meat.
Wiz: And is also... uniquely multilingual.
They then see Saba trying to communicate to a bird in the cage, but fails horribly.
Saba: That's right. None of you speaks bird. Take me over to the cages. Um... squawk, squawk, tweet, squawk, tweet...
Boomstick: Everyone that just watched that is now dumber. Our bad.
"You're kinda forgiven for that." Tatsumi stated.
"I think I felt my brain hurt from that." Cosmina said.
"Most confusing." Susanoo replied.
ARSENAL
Golden Tiger Sword
White Tiger Thunderbolts
Sonic Roar
Hyper Speed
Shoulder Charge
Pilot Mimicry
(Cues Power Rangers: Dino Thunder - Main Theme *Instrumental*)
Wiz: In battle, the Tigerzord's tail doubles as a Golden Tiger Sword.
"Nice!" Leone exclaimed.
"Pretty decent." Bulat nodded.
Boomstick: Which can light itself on fire, I assume, by sparking a robo-fart of some sort. See, Wiz? I can science too.
"It's not science, you're just speaking nonsense." Dorothea said blankly.
"Plus, I think the sword just automatically lit into flames whenever it activates." Dr. Stylish added.
Boomstick: Anyway, the Tigerzord knocks foes off their feet with sonic blasts, temporarily increases agility with hyper speed, and shoots fireballs from its... chest mouth thing.
They see Tommy and Tigerzord preparing a White Tiger Thunderbolt attack.
White Ranger: White Tiger Thunderbolt! Armed and ready!
It fires and it directly hits a giant monster named Nimrod.
White Ranger: *laughs*
"That's pretty neat." Tatsumi complimented.
"And weird, cause of the tiger face being the robot's chest." Mine added.
"But still cool since it acts like a cannon though." Lubbock countered.
(Cues Power Rangers - Combat *Instrumental*)
Wiz: The Tigerzord's greatest asset, however, is its ability to mimic the movements of its pilot.
(Cues MMPR - White Ranger Tiger Power)
The group then watched as Tigerzord was copying all the punches and kicks Tommy was doing towards Nimrod.
"That's an impressive ability." Najenda said.
"If Incursio and Grand Chariot were mechs then it would be awesome!" Cosmina exclaimed.
"Yeah." Tatsumi agreed, as he imagined Incursio as a badass robot to control.
Wiz: So it's important to determine how superhuman the White Ranger is, but he doesn't have many measurable feats. Fortunately, all Ranger powers are derived from the same Morphing Grid, a galaxy-spanning energy field which balances all life.
Boomstick: So... the Force.
Wiz: Yeah, pretty much.
"It does sound like the Force a bit." Mine said.
"Yeah, minus the telekinesis part." Leone added.
"Indeed." Akame agreed.
Wiz: This means all Rangers have comparable powers that we can use to measure Tommy's potential.
Boomstick: The SPD Green Ranger Bridge Carson once lifted and threw a 2 ton car at this poor girl, who he guessed was a demon. Luckily, he was right and a PR catastrophe was avoided.
"That's a relief." Lubbock commented, as he does not want to peep on a demon in disguise.
"He's a good guesser." Bols complimented.
Wiz: The average man can squat-lift about 125 lbs, so this feat makes Power Rangers at least 32 times stronger.
"Still better than us on our normal strength except Leone." Chelsea commented.
"I may be strong, but not strong enough to carry heavier things if I train hard enough." Leone admitted.
"Fair enough." Sheele replied, as she bit on her dumpling.
Saba: That was most impressive.
Wiz: And we know Rangers also receive a speed boost, so it's reasonable to believe that a morphed Ranger's reaction speed is in the ballpark of 32 times faster than the average person.
"Whoa." Cosmina said in awe.
"That's fast." Akame complimented quietly.
Wiz: Thus, the White Ranger can actually react to attacks in about six milliseconds. To compare, in the same given time, a bullet fired from a gun would've only traveled about nine feet. As the Tigerzord mimics the White Ranger in real-time, it must be capable of the same speeds.
"Pretty impressive." Dr. Stylish hummed.
"Having the same speed as the pilot seems really good." Bols nodded in agreement.
Boomstick: I bet he could totally do that knife finger stabby game.
Everyone sees a man rapidly stabbing near his hand while avoiding stabbing himself.
"Oh shit, Five Finger Fillet!" Leone exclaimed as she remembered that game from one of the taverns.
"Remind me to never let you try these games in here." Najenda warned.
Boomstick: Actually, uh, Wiz, put your hand on the table.
Wiz: NO! Not after last time! That poor intern...
Everyone slightly winced when they saw a live teddy bear stabbing a man's hand on accident.
Boomstick: I told him not to move!
"Yeah, but I think you'll screw up on purpose." Mine remarked.
"I hope that intern is okay though..." Sheele said in worry.
"It's just a stab to the hand, so nothing serious about it." Seryu assured.
Wiz: Anyway, like that intern, the Tigerzord can't always cut it on its own.
(Cues MMPR - Zords *Instrumental*)
Boomstick: When that happens, Tommy's friends usually come in to save his ass, but even though they won't be able to help him today, Tommy can still call upon his secret weapon.
Everyone were all interested in this secret weapon Tommy has.
Wiz: Each Power Ranger has his or her individual Zord, which only they can pilot. However, there have been numerous instances when a Ranger has called upon other Zords. So Tommy can call upon the Lion, Griffin, Unicorn, and Phoenix Thunderzords to create the Mega Tigerzord.
The group then saw all four of the Thunderzords merging with Tigerzord to create a more powerful and cool-looking robot.
MEGA TIGERZORD
Height: 63 Meters
Weight: 336 Tons
Energy Ball
Energy Shield
Bladed Buckler
Phoenix Strike [Finishing Move]
More Powerful Than the Thunder Megazord
Boomstick: The Mega Tigerzord is a massive monster of a mech. It's got an energy shield, an energy ball attack, and a wicked dropkick.
"Sweet, dropkick!" Leone said, as she remembered the time where she brutally dropkicked one of Stylish's henchmen.
"It's energy shield and attack are impressive as well." Susanoo nodded.
Boomstick: Oh, and its finishing move is literally lighting a giant robo-bird on fire and shooting it through everyone in its path. Obviously, the Mega Tigerzord has never lost a match.
"That really 'heats' up the situation am I right?" Najenda joked, but all she got was some groans and a few scooted away causing her to pout a little.
"But still an awesome trump card to use against Epyon." Dorothea admitted.
STRENGTHS & FEATS
Defeated Nimrod When Megazord Fails
Defeated Cannontop Singlehandedly
Stronger Than Thunder Megazord
Survived Deflected Phoenix Strike
Can Lift Over 1500 Tons
Tommy Beat Pursehead One-On-One
Tommy Defeated 4 Monsters at Once
Tommy Defeated Goldar in Several Duels
Wiz: The Mega Tigerzord is so powerful, it's even had that finisher move reflected back at it, survived, and all it did was fall over and look surprised.
"That's some durability." Bols commented in awe.
"Not to mention Tommy is no pushover either." Bulat smiled, as he read some of Tommy's feats.
WEAKNESSES
Defeated by Dragonzord in One Shot
No Backup Power Supply
Not Very Agile
Destroyed by Revo Revolto
Tommy's Stubborn Honor Can Sometimes Lead to Mistakes
Boomstick: But it's not all firebirds and rainbows. Enough damage can overload the Tigerzord's connection to the Morphing Grid and annihilate it.
"And he doesn't have any power supply to replace his Morphing Grid to maintain Tigerzord." Akame informed.
"That's definitely going to be a problem." Susanoo said.
Boomstick: But don't get me wrong; this is one ass-kicking, Mighty Morphin', fire-birding, flame-swording power kitty! Meow.
White Ranger: Saba, are you ready, pal?
Saba: White Ranger, I'm ready when you are.
White Ranger: Alright! Tigerzord! Power up!
Tigerzord roars and then transforms into Warrior Mode.
Even though most of the scenes as some cheesy poses, though Stylish might have some inspirations to them. But overall Tigerzond is a powerful mech that might help the Empire if the current Emperor decided to use his special Trump Card. Leone liked the design, Bulat and Mine are impressed by it's capabilities, Seryu loved it and everyone respects Tommy's skills for it. Now to see his opponent.
The second mech is a very advanced humanoid robot with red and black colors and has large wing-like jet thrusters on it's back to fly and it wields a green beam sword which can be extended in lengths. Although it's really smaller than Tigerzord, but it is faster than it and has fought battles where everything is futuristic but full of constant war and turmoil.
Gundam Epyon
(Cues Gundam Attack - Gundam Wing)
Wiz: In the year 195 A.C., yes, A.C., Earth and its space colonies were on the brink of civil war.
"Even in the future there is always war." Najenda spoke up, and everyone nodded.
"But seeing how people made colonies on other planets seems good as well." Sheele added.
Wiz: Chaos had erupted, governments shattered from within. The only constant were five freedom-fighting mobile suits called Gundams.
Then they see five badass-looking mechs appearing as they started kicking ass, much to Lubbock, Leone and Tatsumi's glee.
(Cues Gundam Wing - Just Communication *Instrumental*)
Boomstick: Piloted by a bunch of kids who have no idea how to have fun. Seriously, get laid or something.
Everyone was either blushing or scooted away at the last part, but Cosmina smiled and lean to Tatsumi's ear and whispered.
"I think I can help you with that Tatsumi~." she purred seductively, causing the current Incursio user to blush cherry red.
'Oh hell no!' Mine thought in anger, while Lubbock was slowly crying in jealously before Leone hit him in the head.
Wiz: Intrigued, the disgraced commander Treize Khushrenada set about creating his own Gundam.
Boomstick: For sex?
Everyone is now blushing red or looking away awkwardly except for Najenda and Susanoo.
"Don't think about making those kinds of toys doctor!" Mine declared, as she pointed at Stylish.
"I won't, unless you want something to relieve your urges." Dr. Stylish suggested.
"NO!" almost everyone except for Leone, Cosmina and Bulat all shouted.
Wiz: No! For Zechs.
Everyone all calmed down as they wondered who this Zechs person is.
Boomstick: This is getting really confusing.
"Yeah, you're making it confusing for us." Tatsumi commented.
"And awkward as well." Dorothea added before shifting near Tatsumi.
Wiz: Try and keep up. Treize hoped this new non-sexual fighting machine would finally answer the meaning of life and death.
Boomstick: And birth!
Wiz: NO!
"Please don't make even more awkward!" Mine shouted.
"Yeah! No awkwardness!" Seryu agreed.
Then they watch as Treize removes a book from the shelf.
Treize: I have a guide here that will show you how to live from now on.
The group then see the walls splitting apart seeing Epyon in all of it's glory, making them awe and impressed at this.
(Cues Gundam Wing - Legend of Zero)
Wiz: And so, the Gundam Epyon was born.
Heero Yui: Do you think you've built a god or something?
Treize: Maybe I do.
"Or an ultimate weapon to turn the tide of a war." Najenda commented.
"Either way it's very magnificent." Dr. Stylish complimented.
"And very powerful." Bulat added.
Boomstick: Epyon is a fierce force of metal and badassery. Like all Gundams, it's armored with... Gundanium.
Wiz: Yet another stupidly-named fictional metal that happens to be many times stronger and lighter than Titanium.
"It sounds badass when you make a giant mech to destroy your enemies with." Leone said.
"And there are always metals from other worlds that can beat Orichalcum anyways." Lubbock added.
BACKGROUND
The 6th Original Gundam [Wing]
IO: OS-13MS Gundam Epyon
Height: 17.4 Meters
Weight: 9.4 Tons
Max Propulsion: 164,337 Ibs.
Pilot: Zechs Merquise
Armor: Gundanium Alloy
Power Plant: Ultracompact Fusion Reactor
Boomstick: Standing 57 feet tall and weighing just under ten tons, Epyon is actually quite a bit smaller than your average Japanese giant robot.
Wiz: But for what it lacks in size, Epyon compensates with incredible speed. With a max propulsion of nearly 200,000 pounds, Epyon can fly over 250 miles per hour.
"Not as fast as the few other fast fighters, but still fast." Chelsea commented.
"Pretty fast for a small robot." Cosmina added.
Boomstick: But manning a Gundam at that speed is rough, and can kill a pilot who hasn't been trained.
"True, any rookie would be killed easily if they pilot something as powerful as Epyon." Mine huffed.
"I'm sure that this Zechs individual might be able to operate it." Bols replied, as they heard Treize making Epyon for Zechs.
Wiz: Epyon's pilot is the legendary warrior and Treize's closest friend, Zechs Merquise, the Lightning Count.
The group take in the appearance of what Zechs looks like. A man wearing a red military coat, white slacks, military boots and has long blonde hair, but he also has a gray mask-like helmet that covers the upper part of his head. But without the mask, he was quite handsome.
"He's really handsome." Bulat blushed, while Lubbock muttered 'pretty boy' at him.
"And he might be strong too." Akame added.
ZECHS MERQUISE
Code Names: Lightning Count, Wind
Age: 20
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 168 Ibs.
True Identity: Milliardo Peacecraft
Valedictorian of Lake Victoria Military Academy
Ranks: OZ Colonel, Romefeller Count, White Fang Commander in Chief
Wiz: Commander of the OZ special forces, valedictorian of a prestigious military academy, and sole pilot of the unstable Gundam prototype.
"Quite an impressive reputation." Susanoo stated.
"And since he's fights for someone like Trezie, then he's definitely a threat." Najenda said in a tense tone.
Boomstick: How does the Wizard of Oz come into this now!? Anime seriously confuses me. Well, regardless, Zechs is a true warrior.
(Cues Gundam Wing - Treize Kushrenada/The Man Who Makes History)
Zechs: I am a true soldier.
Boomstick: Oh, look, an echo.
"It's not an echo if both people repeated the same thing." Seryu said.
"Well soldier is kinda close to warrior I guess." Dorothea added.
Wiz: Despite this, he could not handle the politics of war. After Treize staged a coup which spiraled out of control, Zechs stumbled through the ensuing chaos like a lost pup, always ending up fighting for the wrong cause by complete accident. Whoops.
"Why would be stumbling around the chaos and fights for the wrong side?" Sheele asked.
"Maybe because he wanted to find a purpose and something to fight for without all the chaos and corruption going on." Akame answered.
"Yeah that sometimes happens to people." Lubbock agreed.
Zechs: I don't understand! Why am I still so... spineless?
Boomstick: Oh, I have an awesome giant Gundam that everyone needs to do awesome stuff. Poor me.
Everyone all chuckled at this.
Wiz: But Plot Twist: Zechs has been hiding a secret identity. He is, in fact, Milliardo Peacecraft, the long-lost heir to the throne of the pacifist Saint Kingdom. Yes, the Peacecrafts literally craft peace.
"If he's the heir of a pacifist kingdom, then why does he fight for Treize?" Seryu questioned.
"Beats me, but I think it has something to do in his past." Bulat replied.
Boomstick: At first, the only one who knew Zech's true identity was his slap-happy admirer, Noin.
Lubbock blushed a bit once he saw Noin, but Leone decided to hit him again just to be sure.
Boomstick: You'd think a cheerful girlfriend who doesn't have blood on her hands would help Zechs lighten up a bit. But...
Zechs: Don't go getting too attached or parting will hurt.
Noin: But my soldiers aren't ever going to be killed in battle.
Everyone sees a black screen that says "Exactly 1 minute, 10 seconds later"... then explosions travel across a building complex and all of Noin's men died including the one that she was holding on to.
Boomstick: Damn...he won't be hitting that for a while.
"Not completely funny Boomstick!" all the younger people shouted.
Although Lubba has some blood flowing down when Boomstick word it out.
(Cues Plot, String and Marionette - Gundam Wing)
Wiz: Despite being a back-stabbing, coup-staging terrorist, Treize Khushrenada apparently has some high sense of honor, and this is reflected in Epyon's arsenal.
Boomstick: Aside from two tiny vulcan guns, Epyon was designed as a dueling suit, and lacks effective long-range weaponry.
"So there are some Gundams that can be used for close and long ranged combat. Or both to be precise." Susanoo commented.
"And even though he's a scumbag, Treize does holds some honor that he made Epyon a close-ranged mech." Chelsea admitted.
"I wonder if there are Gundam's with flamethrowers equipped." Bols wondered.
"I dunno, probably." Lubbock shrugged.
Boomstick: But that's okay, 'cause check out this sword!
The group then sees Epyon unleashing a large green beam sword and easily sliced through four mechs with no effort at all. And some of them were very excited and interested in it's weaponry.
ARSENAL
Beam Sword
Epyon Claws
Epyon Shield
Heat Rod
Vulcan Guns
Search Eye
Epyon System
- Modified ZERO System
- Predicts Outcomes in Mid-Battle
- Potentially Harmful to Pilot
- Can Cause Hallucinations
Boomstick: The Beam Sword is connected directly to Epyon's power source, which means its size and power can be increased on the fly. Epyon also has a durable shield which houses a chain whip called the Heat Rod, that can be super-heated to slice through armor.
"I freakin' call dibs on that weapon!" Lubbock exclaimed, as he's referring to the Heat Rod.
"The Beam Sword looks awesome as well." Tatsumi added.
(Cues Gundam Wing - Zechs Comes)
Wiz: But its greatest and most risky weapon is its on-board computer: the Epyon system. A modified Zoning & Emotional Range Omitted System.
"Seems like a very powerful function, but something tells me that there's a flaw into it." Dorothea said, as she took one big sip of blood.
"Yeah, but it does sound really useful in battle." Mine added, as she ate some of her sundae.
Wiz: This directly links with the pilot's brain and aids him by constantly predicting outcomes and strategies in mid-battle. And unlike other zero systems, this modified version shows Zechs's opponents' face as he's murdering them.
Boomstick: Oh, that's right. For the nightmares.
"Nightmares given to people who'd never taken a life before." Najenda commented.
"Yeah, but we knew the risks and won't back down until we win this revolution." Bulat added.
Wiz: It gets worse. The Epyon system relies on Zechs ignoring all distractions, including his own drive to win. It predicts every possible outcome of the battle at hand and shares them with him. These include the outcomes where he loses, which take the forms of hallucinations. If Zechs can't separate fact from fiction, these hallucinations may become reality.
"That's extremely risky." Akame commented.
"And it might give him mental fatigue or brain damages if he's using it too much." Dr. Stylish analyzed.
STRENGTHS & FEATS
Held Off 4 Gundams at Once
Destroyed Barge
Undetectable by Most Scanners
Survived Explosion of Libra Station
Gundanium Armor is Several Times Stronger Than Titanium
Zechs Defeated Colony 191 in Under 1 Minute
Boomstick: But despite the danger, it's totally worth getting into Epyon's pilot seat, 'cause this giant robot is a born winner.
"That's the type of person I want to be." Tatsumi said, no matter how difficult his path his inside he'll always be a born winner to Night Raid.
"I'm sure you'll be that person Tatsumi." Bulat chuckled.
Boomstick: It's capable of holding four other Gundams at once, survive the heart of an exploding space station, and destroyed another giant space station with a single, awesome sword slice. Ha-haa! Gundam powers, away!
"That's a really powerful Gundam to have on our side." Sheele said in awe.
"Not to mention Zechs took down a colony in just a minute too!" Cosmina exclaimed in excitement.
WEAKNESSES
Lost Duel Against Gundam Wing Zero
No Powerful Ranged Weapons
Susceptible to Beam Cannons
Physically & Mentally Dangerous to Pilot
Epyon System May Cause Hallucinations & Loss of Control
Zech's Obession over Lucrezia Noin
Wiz: Of course Epyon does have its fair share of weaknesses, and even though Zechs eventually overcame his turn to the dark side, nearly sacrificing his life for the greater good in the process, he never did quite become that perfect soldier he always wanted to be.
"Not everyone's perfect in any way." Mine stated.
"But let's just hope he fights for the right cause instead." Seryu added.
Boomstick: But good news: he did eventually get in Noin's pants. Worth it!
"Lucky bastard." Lubbock grumbled, and everyone were chuckling at the green-haired assassin's misfortune.
Zechs: Just watch me! I'm gonna live right to the bitter end! I'll live the hard life of a warrior!
Despite the dangerous use of the Epyon System, Epyon itself and Zechs are very formidable for Night Raid and the others. Tatsumi really like them, Lubbock likes the Heat Rod but he was completely jealous of Zechs getting into Noin's pants. Najenda, Stylish and Bulat were all impress by the Gundams and their metal alloy. And everyone admit that Epyon is awesome. Now for the battle.
Wiz: Alright the combatants are set. Let's end this debate once and for all.
Boomstick: It's time for a Death Battle! Robo-Style!
Chelsea paused the episode for everyone to vote on who would win. Tigerzord was powerful but it's not very agile and can be predictable if Epyon is faster than it. While Epyon may have a dangerous ZONES System, it can be able to counter all of Tigerzord's trump cards including the Mega Tigerzord.
In the end Tatsumi, Najenda, Stylish, Bulat, Mine, Lubbock, Akame, Bols, Dorothea, Susanoo, Chelsea and Cosmina voted for Epyon and everyone else voted for Tigerzord. And Chelsea resumed the episode as the battle is starting.
The group saw a barren, hill-covered area and saw Tigerzord in Warrior Mode slowly walks across while the White Ranger stands atop it holding Saba, who is controlling the Zord.
White Ranger: Alright Saba! Time for a weekly test run!
Saba: Excellent! Let's test the weapon systems!
White Ranger: Just make sure the safety systems are on.
Just as the White Ranger says this, a blast fires from the Tigerzord's chest as the Zord falls onto its rear.
Saba: Safety systems activated.
The blast from the Tigerzord continues flying into the distance.
Saba: Um... that will... probably dissipate, right?
"I don't think so." Leone said, as she saw the blast flying.
"And I bet that whatever it hits, is going to piss Zechs off." Tatsumi added, as he felt something bad happening soon.
(Cues To Beauty, to Elegance and to Noble-Mindedness - Gundam Wing)
Elsewhere in the same area, the group saw Zechs is standing. He lets out a breath until Noin flies in inside her mech.
Noin: Zechs... what are you doing down here?
Zechs: Hm... hello Noin. Just brooding over how I nearly destroyed the Earth.
Noin: That again? You've gotta lighten up, you grump.
Zechs lets out another sigh.
Noin: Well... how about we do that thing you're always asking about? You know... that thing that rhymes with your name?
Zechs: What? Really?
Noin: Of course. I think it's finally time.
Just as Noin was finishing her, the blast from the Tigerzord hits her mech, causing critical damage. Noin screams and then the mech explodes.
Zechs: Noin? NOOO!
"Oh no." Sheele gasp in shock at Noin's death.
"Poor Zechs, they didn't even have their special time!" Cosmina slightly sniffled.
The camera cuts back to Tigerzord.
Saba: ...eventually...
White Ranger: Huh. I think I'll drive.
The White Ranger jumps into the Tigerzord.
Meanwhile, Zechs, amongst the fiery ruins of Noin's mech, takes out a remote control and presses it. Epyon flies in right behind him and its eyes glow.
"He's mad!" Seryu exclaimed in slight fear.
"And Tommy and Tigerzord are screwed." Lubbock added.
The Tigerzord resumes it walk, this time with the White Ranger piloting it. Suddenly, it stops.
Saba: Warning! Bogey approaching fast! 200 meters!
White Ranger: *groans* Must be one of Zedd's!
Saba: Zero meters!
White Ranger: Huh?
Epyon flies in and strikes the Tigerzord from behind, then lands to the ground.
Zechs: *Enraged* I'LL BREAK YOUR FACE!
"Scratch that, he's super mad!" Cosmina shrieked.
"And that might cause some emotional problems in battle for Zechs." Susanoo stated.
White Ranger: Is it just me or do Zedd's goons keep getting smaller and angrier?
(Cues Gundam Wing - When The Dragon Swims Everything Ends)
Everyone is now excited to see which of these mechs survive this robotic massacre.
FIGHT!
Zechs lets out a roar-like shout as Epyon flies towards the Tigerzord. The Tigerzord blocks the blow, but Epyon flies behind it, striking the Tigerzord from behind with its Beam Sword. It cuts to the inside of the Tigerzord, with Saba floating alongside the White Ranger.
White Ranger: Whoa! He's quick for a little guy!
Saba: Stop messing around and start defending!
White Ranger: Right! Time for action!
The Tigerzord starts charging up a move as Epyon flies toward it.
White Ranger: White Tiger Sonic Boom!
The move is successful, as Epyon is blown backward and falls to the ground.
"Tommy and Tigerzord has got this for now." Bols said.
"But not enough to avoid Zechs's wrath." Akame added.
The scene cuts back to the White Ranger, now holding Saba in his hand.
White Ranger: Alright Saba, I want the Tigerzord to follow my every move!
He lifts Saba over his head, then does two swings. The Tigerzord replicates the two swings to defend against Epyon's Beam Sword, then swings the sword rapidly, keeping up with Epyon's swings, before the two swords clash. It cuts to Zechs inside of Epyon.
Zechs: You may be skilled... but you're too slow for Epyon!
As he says this, Epyon flies backward.
White Ranger: How's this! Hyperspeed!
The Tigerzord moves forward at an incredible speed, punching the fleeing Epyon, who then crashes to the ground on its front. The Tigerzord then steps toward it.
White Ranger: Time to stamp out some evil!
The Tigerzord moves its foot downward to stomp on Epyon, but Epyon flies out of the way just in time. Epyon fires its vulcan guns at the Tigerzord while it flees, which have almost no effect.
"Vulcan guns has no effect on armor that thick." Leone grinned.
"And things are starting to more epic if this keeps up." Lubbock grinned excitedly.
White Ranger: Huh. What, are you playing hard-to-get? Alright then. Go long!
The Tigerzord begins charging an attack.
White Ranger: White Tiger Thunderbolt! Fire!
The bolt fires from the Tigerzord and Epyon activates his shield. While the shield does prevent damage, the blast itself knocks Epyon back. Inside Epyon, the Epyon System beeps and a red light flashes over Zechs.
Zechs: The Epyon system indicates that you've shown your full arsenal.
The Tigerzord charges up once again.
White Ranger: Fire!
This time, three bolts fire from the Tigerzord. Epyon flies toward the Tigerzord, evading all three bolts. It seems that another bolt manages to hit Epyon, but then Epyon slices at the Tigerzord's legs nearly instantly, damaging them. Epyon then flies upward towards the Tigerzord's head, ready to deliver the final blow.
Zechs: You're finished.
(Cues A Whisper Under a Smiling Moon - Gundam Wing)
Suddenly, the wasteland is shown in a sepia-tone color, as is Epyon, but with the Tigerzord nowhere in sight. Epyon stops what it's doing.
Zechs: What?
Then a massive shadowed mech appears in the background and moves its arm upward, ready to strike. A gleam appears from the hand.
Zechs: What's that?
The mech's arm starts glowing, then its chest charges with electricity. A sound of a bird screech and a lion roar plays, then the mech unleashes its attack as Zechs screams.
Then the wasteland is in color again, and back to Epyon and the Tigerzord fighting.
"Looks like Zechs was having hallucination of him beating beaten by Mega Tigerzord." Dr. Stylish said.
"And he'll remember that to counter it." Dorothea added.
"That'll be really troubling for Tommy and Tigerzord." Cosmina replied.
Saba: Quick Tommy! The circle on its chest! It must be a weak spot!
White Ranger: Right!
The Tigerzord steps back and prepares a punch.
(Cues MMPR - White Ranger Tiger Power)
The Tigerzord's fist moves with incredible speed, then when the Tigerzord finally hits Epyon, it has no effect.
Zechs: Hmm... don't get cocky.
White Ranger: What? He didn't explode?
Saba: Well, this defies all logic!
"It's not logic, you're just being a total dumbass." Mine commented.
"Totally." Chelsea agreed.
(Cues Gundam Wing - OZ Moblie Suits Approach)
Epyon flies away from the Tigerzord, then grips its leg with the heat rod. The Tigerzord falls over on its front, knocking the White Ranger and Saba down.
White Ranger: We're grounded!
Saba: Tommy! Call the Zords!
The White Ranger picks up Saba.
White Ranger: You got it!
He holds Saba upward.
White Ranger: I need Thunder Zord Power! Now!
(Cues MMPR - Zords *Instrumental*)
The clouds cover the sky as lightning strikes multiple times. All four other Zords appear and then in a flash, the Tigerzord has become the Mega Tigerzord.
Zechs: Oh shit.
"Oh shit indeed." Dorothea nodded.
"But Zechs is already ready for it." Bols commented.
The Mega Tigerzord charges toward Epyon, who tries to block the blow, but is knocked back. Epyon is then grabbed by the Mega Tigerzord, who places it on its feet, flips over, and lands on the ground. Epyon is knocked upward, allowing the Mega Tigerzord to punch it multiple times before knocking it upward even further with an uppercut. The Mega Tigerzord jumps after Epyon and flies above it, then kicks it back to the ground with both its feet. It then puts both of its arms up into the air, charging up an energy ball, then throws it downward. Epyon manages to regain control and avoids crashing into the ground.
Zechs: No, not like this!
Epyon turns to face the incoming energy ball and uses the Heat Rod to block, which successfully stops the attack. The Mega Tigerzord puts its arm up and begins charging up an attack. Zechs then sees the shadowy mech doing the same move, and realizes that it was the move that destroyed him in his hallucination.
Zechs: Here it comes.
The Mega Tigerzord unleashes a giant beam, which Epyon flies out of the way.
(Cues Gundam Wing - White Reflection)
Zechs: Routing all power to thrusters!
Epyon flies right behind the Mega Tigerzord by its head.
Zechs: And now to the Beam Saber!
Epyon takes out its Beam Saber and charges with energy.
"This is the end." Najenda smirked.
"Good battle Tigerzord." Leone clapped slowly.
Zechs: For... NOOOIIIN!
White Ranger: UGH! NO!
Saba: SON OF A BIIIIII-
After a single slash from the full-powered beam saber, Epyon lands to the ground as the Mega Tigerzord reaches critical condition and overloads its connection to the Morphing Grid. The top half begins to slide off the bottom half, then it explodes as the White Ranger screams. All that remains is the Mega Tigerzord's bottom half.
Zordon is seen crying over the death of the White Ranger, the Command Center filling with tears, while Zechs is at Noin's mech crying over her death with a puddle of tears below him.
K.O.!
After the battle, everyone all clapped and cheered for such an fantastic battle and they give some respect for Tommy and Tigerzord for giving their all, but in the end Epyon is superior. Now for the results.
(Cues Rhythm Eros - Fan Remix of Rhythm Emotion - Gundam Wing)
Boomstick: Ow! My childhood!
Wiz: This was a surprisingly close call. At first glance, The Tigerzord towers over Epyon and is fast enough to keep up with it. Yet Epyon destroyed Barge, a 26,000 foot long space fortress with one sword swing, just one! There's no doubt that a few swings like that were enough to overload Tigerzord's connection to the Morphing Grid.
"Yeah and something that can destroy a massive space fortress with one wing is definitely powerful." Lubbock nodded.
"Wish Incursio can do that." Tatsumi added in awe.
Boomstick: I mean, this goofy-looking skeleton dude did it, so I imagine a giant laser sword wielded by a devil robot could do it too.
Wiz: Also, Zechs is a far more experienced and properly trained warrior, unlike Tommy, who was drafted in the middle of high school. But the Tigerzord wasn't helpless. Its Mega Form even duped the Epyon System for a moment, but unfortunately for our favorite White Ranger, Epyon is an ever-evolving dueling machine.
"And will keep on evolving in the future." Susanoo stated.
And we got to have an Imperial Arms that have us get Epyon as an armor." Leone suggested.
"Agreed, that would be amazing." Bulat smiled.
Boomstick: Stupid future-predicting robot, and its REALLY FUCKING SWEET SWORD! GUNDAMNIT!
Everyone all chuckle or laugh at Boomstick's raging rant.
Wiz: The winner is the Gundam Epyon.
The episode and the fight were both amazing and epic and they will try to find a way to make another Armor-Type Imperial Arms so that it would match Epyon's skills and powers, plus Tigerzord and the other Zords are cool too to make. Now to see what's next.
Boomstick: Next time on Death Battle.
They see a muscular man wearing a sleeveless white training gi and wore a red headband facing against a yellow and black clad ninja with two swords on his back and he a pair of soulless white eyes.
Chelsea pressed play on the next episode, knowing it's going back to awesome hand-to-hand again.