The HRUNTING/YGGDRASIL Mark IX Armor Defense System, commonly known as the Mantis, is a powered exoskeleton/armored fighting vehicle used by the UNSC Marine Corps, UNSC Army, Office of Naval Intelligence, and private security forces after the Human-Covenant War.
Standing roughly twenty feet tall and weighing over five metric tons, the Mantis is similar in appearance to the larger HRUNTING/YGGDRASIL Mark II (D) Geyrion, which itself was the evolution of another HRUNTING project. Its spindly legs and tiny "thorax" give the Mantis a passing resemblance to its namesake, as do its weaponized arms. Though it lacks the sheer firepower and durability, the Mantis is far more maneuverable, requires one crew member, and is equipped with regenerating energy shields.
Battle vs. C12 (by EDMUND456)[]
To be written
Expert's Opinion[]
Winner: C12
The C12 being controlled by an AI was immediately able to determine the Mantis as a threat while the Mantis pilot had to investigate first, this allowed the C12 to score the first hit. The C12's superior firepower also managed to break down the Mantis energy shields almost instantly and it's durability allowed it to withstand heavy punishment from the Mantis.