Nothing can and will stand in the way of these beauties! -Shinji Kotanui
The Nekomata EMP MK-6 Enhanced Mobility Platform, also known simply as the EMP suit or EMP Assault, is a distant descendant of the first military exoskeletons used on Roblox in the early-21st century. It was improved during military service in a myriad of combat theaters – from arctic to jungle to desert – over the decades. Sealed and pressurized models for toxic environments were developed as well. The suit is used extensively on the Roblox Moon and Marblox colonies (where they are powered by fuel cells and/or monopropellant ceramic turbines). Its well-tested capabilities have proved invaluable in combat against organic and synthetic targets alike.
Design and Functions
The 1.7-ton, Robloxian-operated, multi-purpose machine amplifies the strength and mobility of a soldier or civilian worker while providing protection from military and environmental threats. Unlike earlier designs in which weapons were integrated into limbs like the MK1 and 2, the MK6 EMP suit is a multi-purpose machine, able to duplicate all functions of a typical Robloxian. Since soldiers spend much of their time loading and unloading equipment, and performing other tasks besides operating weapons, it was determined that the EMP suit needed the same functionality as a Robloxian: two legs, two arms, and highly dexterous hands. This allows not only a wide range of functions, but allows the suit to operate a variety of weapons systems.
The suit's arms operate in a directly scaled relationship to the operator's arms, which allows better spatial positioning of the hands. The fingers and thumb are in direct 1:1 ratio. The servo armature has force feedback, and resists the movement of the operator's arms when the suit's limbs meet an obstacle. The operator can "feel" what the suit is doing. It is said that the suit can be operated in full darkness, by a skilled driver, by "feel" alone.
The driver is protected from the outside by a glass canopy that creates a breathable atmosphere inside the cockpit. It provides excellent visibility in most directions, as well as able to withstand RX-Rail fletchettes, this was made using Velkium and [REDACTED]. Using the suit, a driver is able to punch through a tree trunk, lift a half ton cargo crate, or rapidly build without a massive construction crew or workforce. In combat, the suit can provide heavy fire support to infantry units and protect its driver from harsh conditions.
Mobility
The legs are actuated by foot-pedals which amplify on an even larger ratio. In fact the leg sensors work slightly differently than the arms. Due to the confining spatial envelope around the feet and legs of the operator, the pedals cannot move in long strides, even on a scaled relationship. Instead, they sense the force and direction of the input and the on board computer triggers a corresponding programmed movement of the legs. So the operator creates pressure and direction "cues" which trigger leg movements. The suit executes the "intention" of the pilot, calculating terrain factors and momentum to perform balanced movement.
While an average pilot can learn to manipulate the Nekomata suit in combat conditions, it takes months longer to master the transition from supine to an upright position. However, through the use of gyroscopes and stability chips, Nekomata suits rarely topple. However, they are still vulnerable to tripping against a properly placed cable, though these are extremely rare. Auto stability programming maintains center of balance. If the operator happens to be injured or killed, the suit has an automated "walk back" feature. This was developed to protect the suit, as it is a significant investment to Monika and other organisations that use them.
Armament
Thanks to its robust design, the Nekomata has functionality as a lethal combat machine that can carry heavy weapons, typically the 30mm GAU-120 autocannon, providing ground forces with sufficient firepower to deal with tougher opponents. The other non-standard weapon is a combat knife of self-sharpening diamond-hard ceramic, as well as an optional flamethrower. To match the scale of the suit, the knife's blade is over three feet long and cuts through many metals. The knife is especially favored by Special Forces Nekomata operators. Other variants of the suit utilised submachine guns, "Pyromania" FLMT-11 flamethrowers, or back-mounted GL-35K grenade launchers. Prior to 2027, they were also seen throwing mines, which would explode after a short delay.
Trivia
- The Nekomata is inspired by the RDA's "AMP Suits" from James Cameron's "Avatar" franchise (Note from ShinobuKochoisMINE, the humans are the best in Avatar, Fuck the Na'vi.)
- A Nekomata is a cat-like spirit from Japanese folklore.
- Nekomata EMP suits have no fatal weaknesses and according to rivals they are "Virtually unstoppable"
- A typical Nekomata operator receives 3-7 months of physical and psychological training to counter a phenomenon in which the operator feels invincible.