MSK-008 Dijeh (Char Aznable Custom)
Prototype Newtype-use space mobile suit modified from the MSK-008 Dijeh by Neo Zeon.
The MSK-008 Dijeh (Char Aznable Custom) was a prototype Newtype-use space mobile suit modified from the MSK-008 Dijeh by Neo Zeon. The “MSK” in the model code indicated it was a mobile suit developed by Karaba. The “008” denoted that it was the eighth mobile weapon design by Karaba.
The “MS” in the type code stood for mobile suit and “A” meant it was an Karaba design. The “008” code number meant it was the eighth design.
History
Neo Zeon obtained a standard MSK-008 Dijeh from Karaba and modified it as a testbed for their prototype Psycoframe cockpit system. They assigned the mobile suit to Char Aznable, who tested the unit due to his exceptional Newtype abilities.
The Dijeh served aboard the Rewloola, where engineer Arlette Almage maintained it. Char demonstrated its capabilities when he engaged former members of Zeon’s elite Chimera Corps, destroying two Salamis Kai-class cruisers and multiple mobile suits.
Design
Neo Zeon heavily modified the MSK-008 Dijeh to suit Char Aznable’s combat style and to test new technologies for future mobile suit development. The most significant modification was the installation of an early version Psycoframe cockpit system in the head unit. They also applied Char’s signature two-tone red color scheme to the mobile suit.
The engineers replaced the original Dijeh’s shoulder shield and weapon racks with a pair of forearm-mounted shields. They also equipped it with Gyre Binders from the RMS-099B Schuzrum Dias to enhance its mobility and firepower in space combat.
The mobile suit retained the original Dijeh’s Gundarium alloy alloy armor. It featured a blade antenna on its head, but unlike the original Dijeh, it had radio receivers on the back of its head instead of radiator fins.
Armaments
The Dijeh (Char Aznable Custom)‘s standard weapons were vulcan guns and beam cannons for ranged attacks, and beam pistols for mobile suit combat.
60 mm vulcan guns
A pair of fire-linked 60 mm vulcan guns mounted in the head provided close-range defense. While insufficient against mobile suit armor, they effectively intercepted missiles and damaged lightly armored targets.
Beam cannon
Each Gyre Binder mounted a beam cannon rated at 4.2 MW output, making them the mobile suit’s most powerful ranged weapons.
Beam pistol
The mobile suit carried two BP-L-86 beam pistols from the RMS-099 Rick Dias stored on its backpack. Despite their compact size, each pistol could destroy an enemy mobile suit with a single shot. The pistols could fire while still mounted, though with limited firing arc.
Beam rifle
The Dijeh (Char Aznable Custom) could equip a prototype beam rifle that later became the standard armament of the AMS-119 Geara Doga. The rifle drew power from replaceable energy packs and featured a folding grip under the barrel.
Shield
Each forearm mounted a shield that carried four Sturm Fausts. These shields were similar to those later used by the AMS-119 Geara Doga.
Sturm Faust
The shields carried eight Mk VIII Sturm Fausts, rocket-propelled grenades effective against both ships and mobile suits. While lacking guidance systems, these weapons delivered significant explosive force on impact.
Special equipment and features
Gyre Binder
The Gyre Binders from the RMS-099B Schuzrum Dias provided enhanced mobility through vector thrusters and Active Mass Balance Auto-Control (AMBAC). Each binder also housed a beam cannon and propellant tanks.
Psycoframe cockpit
The prototype Psycoframe cockpit integrated Psycommu technology directly into the mobile suit’s frame at the atomic level. This allowed Newtype pilots to control the mobile suit as an extension of their body.
Known pilots
Behind the scenes
Okawara Kunio was the original mechanical designer.
Appearances
- Mobile Suit Gundam MSV-R: The Return of Johnny Ridden
- Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2
External links
- MSK-008 Dijeh (Char Aznable Custom) on the Gundam Wiki
- MSK-008 Dijeh (Char Aznable Custom) on MAHQ