Technology & Combat Characteristics

The Shading Gundam was developed by using the spare frame and exterior of the Shining Gundam, and its performance has been further enhanced. The shape of the body details have been changed, and the slits in each part emit light due to the release of excess energy, and a black special material armor has been adopted to withstand the release. The armament is also completely the same.

Its greatest feature is its built-in "Data Kyoji", a learning and growth type CPU for use against Domon, which allows it to operate unmanned. Since Domon's previous actions have been inputted, it is possible for the machine to carry out attacks of opponents other than Domon's, and it is also possible for the machine to use the "Shining Finger" special move. In addition, it can make decisions and take actions at 1.5 times the processing speed, and because it is unmanned, it is not affected by unnecessary emotions and can fully demonstrate its performance. The Super Mode, however, is omitted because it requires emotions.

History

The Shading Gundam was sent to Earth by Karato, after Domon Kasshu ended four consecutive matches in draws. Considering his performance to be less than impressive, Karato planned to have Domon crippled, and then have the Shading Gundam's CPU installed in the Shining Gundam (Domon would be on board for authentication purposes), while the CPU did all the fighting by itself.