Model number: MS-15K Code name: Gyan Kai Unit type: prototype mobile suit Manufacturer: Neo Zeon Operator: Neo Zeon First deployment: unknown Accommodation: pilot only, in panoramic monitor/linear seat cockpit in torso Dimensions: unknown Weight: unknown Armor materials: unknown Powerplant: Minovsky type ultracompact fusion reactor, output unknown Propulsion: unknown Performance: unknown Equipment and design features: sensors, range unknown Optional hand armaments: large beam sword; shield, mounts many x needle missile launcher
Technical and Historical Notes
Based on data taken from the Principality of Zeon's old YMS-15 Gyan, the MS-15K Gyan Kai could be
considered a prototype for the later AMX-104 R-Jarja. Keeping with the
Gyan's theme of powerful close combat, the Gyan Kai's primary weapon
was a lance-like sword. When in use, the leaves on either side of its
blade would spread out, revealing a set of beam emitters lining the
blade. This gave the Gyan Kai's melee attacks extra weight, allowing it
to hit harder. Its only other weapon was a shield which, like the
original Gyan, was packed full of myriad needle missile launchers.
Though the Gyan Kai's performance was actually superior to the AMX-107
Bawoo, which was developed simultaneously. In spite of this, the Gyan
Kai's limited focus and difficulty of control caused it to be passed
over for mass production.