Line #527 Characters/ArmoredCore4


1	A list of character, corporations and organization involved in [[VideoGame/ArmoredCore4 Armored Core 4]]'s storyline.
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4	[[foldercontrol]]
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6	!Anatolia
7	Anatolia is one of the last few independent colonies that fell into financial crisis after it loses its position as the sole Kojima Technology specialist. It doesn't have its own military infrastructure, relying on their own [=LYNX=] for both protection and income.
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9	[[folder:Anatolia's Mercenary]]
10	-->'''Rank''' : 39 [[spoiler: ([[ArcNumber Rank 9]] in ''For Answer'')]]
11
12	Your PlayerCharacter. The veteran Raven has served in National Dismantlement war before he was taken into Anatolia by Fiona Jarnefeldt. He helps support the colony by taking contracts in [=LYNX=] War that occurred during Armored Core 4.
13
14	* AHeroToHisHometown: The reason you're taking missions for the corporations is to try to keep Anatolia afloat and independent when most other colonies are being outright bought out by them. Naturally, it's not long before everyone there is singing your praises.
15	* DoomedHometown: [[spoiler:In the final mission ''Seed the Barren Earth''. Joshua O'Brien is blackmailed into destroying Anatolia no matter what you do, a rare case where the hero's hometown is doomed at the end of the story rather than the beginning. It happens again in ''For Answer'', when Line Ark is forced to disband soon after the mercenary (now going by White Glint) falls in its defense.]]
16	* EmpoweredBadassNormal: It's implied that only a handful of former Ravens (like K.K. and Sherring) have the AMS-compatibility needed to become [=LYNX=]. Anatolia's Mercenary is one of the lucky ones to get the best of both worlds.
17	* FeaturelessProtagonist
18	* FromZeroToHero: From mercenary of nowhere to the ''Hero of [=LYNX=] War".
19	* TakingUpTheMantle: [[spoiler:In the sequel ''For Answer'', the mercenary took the name "White Glint" after killing Joshua O' Brien.]]
20	* TooPowerfulToLive: Almost single-handedly ended the [=LYNX=] War. He is so dangerous that [[spoiler:Omer Science Technology]] tries to destroy him along with Anatolia after the war. It didn't work. [[spoiler: In ''For Answer'', ''none'' of the League's [=LYNXes=] are [[TheDreaded willing to fight him solo.]] He only falls when Otsdarva and either Strayed or [=CUBE=] take him together, and even then, he almost always [[TakingYouWithMe takes Otsdarva down with him.]]]]
21	* ScrewThisImOuttaHere: [[spoiler: The mercenary and Fiona Jarnefeldt leaves Anatolia after they are forced to kill their long time partner Joshua, who was blackmailed into destroying the colony. It is later revealed in For Answer that they ended up in Line Ark.]]
22	--> '''[[spoiler:Emil Gustav]]''': I have no rights to stop them. No words to keep them here.
23	* WildCard: Comes with being a merc. Players can choose to be with any clients and switch sides as they wish.
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25	[[/folder]]
26	[[folder:Fiona Jarnefeldt]]
27	Daughter to renowned scientist Profressor Jarnefeldt. Fiona rescued a man who later become a mercenary for Anatolia while she works as his [[MissionControl operator]] after her father's death. Naive and optimistic, she frequently question the need to kill or destroy targets and expresses regrets during mission endings.
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29	* BenevolentBoss: Gradually gets more and more concerned for the Mercenary's well-being. It's implied that she feels guilty for forcing the protagonist to sustain Anatolia.
30	* DoomedHometown: [[spoiler:In the final mission ''Seed the Barren Earth''.]]
31	* ImpliedLoveInterest: As the story goes on. Just before final mission, one of her voice clip ([[https://youtu.be/N4uLTLSR2lY?t=6m15s possibly unused]]) is about Fiona suggesting the Mercenary to rest in Anatolia with her [[TemptingFate after [=LYNX=] War ends]].
32	* MissionControl
33	* TookALevelInCynic: She later loses her naive personality in the sequel ''For Answer''.
34	* ScrewThisImOuttaHere: [[spoiler: The mercenary and Fiona Jarnefeldt leaves Anatolia after they are forced to kill their long time partner Joshua, who was blackmailed into destroying the colony. It is later revealed in For Answer that they ended up in Line Ark.]]
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36	[[/folder]]
37	[[folder:Emil Gustav]]
38	Anatolia's current 'manager'. Although he used to be a member of Prof. Jarnefeldt's [=NEXT=] development staff, his real talent lies in politics. Following the professor's death he assumes responsibility for colony's welfare, using Anatolia's Mercenary (and with him Fiona Jarnefeldt) as main source of income.
39
40	Emil Gustav serves as the narrator of the game.
41
42	* DareToBeBadass: He gives a brief one to the Mercenary on the Hard Mode version of "Marche Au Supplice," when it looks like he'll have to face [[BossRush four top-ranked NEXTs at once without backup]] and Fiona suggests aborting the mission.
43	--> '''Emil:''' "Continue the mission. The enemy is worn down, too. You can do this."
44	* PetTheDog: [[spoiler: When Anatolia is devastated beyond recovery, he lets the Mercenary and Fiona leave the colony.]]
45	* ReasonableAuthorityFigure: He is obsessed with keeping the colony alive, but he does have moments of sympathy for the Mercenary from time to time.
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47	[[/folder]]
48	[[folder:Professor Jarnefeldt]]
49	A genius who invented technologies that made [=NEXTs=] possible. He single-handedly supplied the core of Anatolia's prosperity with the profits from his designs and creations. Some of these designs include the [=AMS NEXT=] control system, the [[FinalBoss 00-ARETHA]], and the [[EliteMook Prototype NEXTs]].
50
51	After he died, Anatolia entered a state of economic crisis, leaving its welfare to Emil Gustav, a member of his development staff.
52
53	* PosthumousCharacter
54	* WhereItAllBegan: for [=NEXT=] technology.
55
56	[[/folder]]
57
58	!Aspina
59	Both independent colony and [=NEXT=] research institution, Aspina is one of the first organization to employ [=AMS=] technology. Several of its [=NEXT=] test pilot was registered as official [=LYNX=]. It is heavily affiliated with Omer Science Technology.
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61	[[folder:Joshua O' Brien (White Glint)]]
62	-->'''Rank''' : 40
63	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] White Glint / [[spoiler:00-ARETHA]]
64
65	-->''"This is White Glint. Hey Raven, I've heard good things. Let's get this done."''
66
67	Your partner and rival depending on missions. Joshua is a [=LYNX=] with extremely high [=AMS=] aptitude. Like Anatolia's Mercenary, he struggled to protect his hometown Aspina from Pax Economica. He is known for laid-back and friendly personality. His [=NEXT=] White Glint mounted only assault rifle, a back laser cannon and a laser blade. But it is because of Joshua's ability and sheer speed did White Glint earns its name.
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69	* AHeroToHisHometown: Just like the Mercenary, everything he does is for Aspina's sake. [[spoiler: Which leads to tragedy when he's forced to pick his colony over yours.]]
70	* BigDamnHeroes: To the point where "help is on the way" is practically his CatchPhrase. In a twist, though, sometimes he may be ''[[CavalryBetrayal the enemy's]]'' backup instead of yours depending on the difficulty setting. [[PunchClockHero That's mercenary life for you.]]
71	* {{Blackmail}}: [[spoiler: It is implied Aspina is held hostage by Omer Science Technology, in order to force Joshua to annihilate Anatolia and it's Raven using 00-ARETHA, the massive mutant AC.]]
72	* FriendlyRivalry: Especially when he is just 1 rank behind Anatolia's Mercenary.
73	* FightingYourFriend: This can happens depending on which side you take in some missions. [[ProfessionalKiller He never seems to take it personally however.]]
74	** [[spoiler: No matter what you do, he is blackmailed into destroying Anatolia by Omer Science Technology in final mission.]]
75	-->'''[[spoiler:Joshua]]''' : ''Hey. I guess there's little need for words...''
76	* LightningBruiser: His reputation, and [[MeaningfulName how his NEXT got its name]]: he moves so fast that a white glint is all you see of him. [[spoiler:In the end he gets put into the prototype 00-ARETHA, a gigantic monster of a NEXT with insane quick-boost capability.]]
77	* RedBaron: He answers to White Glint about as often as his given name.
78	[[/folder]]
79
80	!Corporations and their employed [=LYNXs=].
81	!![=AkvaVit=]
82	[[folder: AkvaVit]]
83	-->'''Homebase''' : Northern Europe
84	-->'''Specialization''' : Kojima Technology; Energy defense and PA effectiveness
85	-->'''Affiliation''': Rayleonard, GA Europe
86
87	Akvavit is a long-standing military electronics firm, providing cutting edge sensors, computing devices and electronics. They secretly assist [=GA=] Europe before subsequently follow Rayleonard in declaring war against GA America. Most notable in attacking Sing, the largest colony in Asia that is under [=GA=]'s control using a squadron of [[EnergyWeapon Sol Dios]] mobile platform that were built in cooperation with [=GA=] Europe. [[spoiler: Ends up failing due to intervention by Anatolia's Mercenary and Joshua O' Brien. The latter subsequently sacked Akvavit [=HQ=] at the same time the Mercenary attacks Exavil.]]
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89	* GlassCannon: Provides many high PA parts and hard-hitting Kojima weapons such as [=LINSTANT=] and [=MADNESS=] series, but does badly in terms of durability.
90	[[/folder]]
91
92	[[folder:LYNX P.Dam]]
93	-->'''Rank''' : 21 (Original)
94	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Hilarios
95	-->'''Encountered''': ''Marche Au Supplice'', Data Arena
96
97	-->''"So it goes on the battlefield."''
98
99	-->''This Akvavit femme Original operates a first-gen Kojima tech AC. Though known for her combat skills, emotional instability occasionally derails her ability to complete the mission.''
100
101	* ActionGirl
102	* EnergyWeapon: Pilots an Akvavit's [=MADNESS=] model with plasma back weapons.
103	* ICanLiveWithThat: Type 1, about the whole war in general.
104	-->'''P.Dam''': "This is war. I've made my peace."
105	* WolfpackBoss: Part of Rayleonard's 4 man team.
106	[[/folder]]
107	[[folder:LYNX Tepes V]]
108	-->'''Rank''' : 7 (Original)
109	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Sliver Bullet
110	-->'''Encountered''': Data Arena
111
112	-->''A surviving first-gen Lynx, he is armed with NEXT-piloting experience from the earliest stages of their development. Rumor suggests his end is near from severe Kojima poisoning.''
113
114	* NamedAfterSomebodyFamous: After Vlad Tepes, Romanian name for [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vlad_the_Impaler Vlad the Impaler]].
115	* OldSoldier: One of the Originals.
116	* TheUnfought: In mission mode.
117	* WeaksauceWeakness: His LINSTANT generator performs well in PA department but not so much in energy output.
118	* YourDaysAreNumbered: Comes with Kojima poisoning. Fans speculated that this is why his name is not present in ''For Answer''.
119	[[/folder]]
120	!!Albrecht Drais (Aldra)
121	[[folder: Aldra]]
122	-->'''Affiliation''': Interior Union (former part of one, but later separated from the group)
123	-->'''Specialization''': Solid heavy weapons
124
125	Aldra is a heavy military industries company known as the developer of complex actuators, as well as quality heavy weapons systems. Aldra is the originator of the [[BrainComputerInterface Actuator Complexity System and remains a specialist in the field.]] They also hold the distinction of being one of the only members of the Interior still focused on bullets and explosives over energy-based weapons. They eventually separated from the Interior Union, but still maintain a good relation.
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127	* KineticWeaponsAreJustBetter
128	* MightyGlacier: Their HILBERT and SOLDNER lines of production heavyweight [=NEXTs=] are notable for high EN defense and in case of HILBERT, high EN compatibility where [[TacticalRockPaperScissors most heavies from other companies]] [[HunterOfHisOwnKind have low EN defense...]]
129	[[/folder]]
130
131	[[folder:LYNX Jan]]
132	-->'''Rank''' : 38
133	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Blind Bold
134	-->'''Encountered''': Data Arena
135
136	-->''The most recently-added Lynx among the Companies. Little is known beyond his history in the national army, and his crushing successes on the field thus far.''
137
138	* EnergyWeapon: Seems to be a trend for Interior Union [=LYNX=]es.
139	** Notably, [=NEXT=] Blind Bold in ''4'' carries [=HLR71=]-VEGA, a laser rifle with highest [=PA=] reduction capability but comes with only six shots.
140	* TooAwesomeToUse: His [=NEXT=] in both ''4'' and ''fA'' follows the theme of "high damage but low on ammo".
141	* TheUnfought: Only available to fight against in Arena.
142	[[/folder]]
143
144	[[folder:LYNX Sherring]]
145	-->'''Rank''' : 14 (Original)
146	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Critique
147	-->'''Encountered''': ''Sea of Blood'', Data Arena
148	-->''"So that isn't just some antique!"''
149	-->''An Original with Aldra, wielding high-output EN weaponry. A Raven during the National Dismantlement War, [[GoodOldWays this veteran is unfazed by the bells and whistles of new technology.]]''
150
151	* EnergyWeapon: Although described as a man undistracted by new technologies he's far from being old-school. In fact, both his arm weapons are laser rifles. One of them being CANOPUS, a rebranded descendant of the series' staple [[InfinityPlusOneSword KARASAWA laser rifle]].
152	* HitAndRunTactics: His primary tactic. To give you more trouble his [=NEXT=] is painted in navy camouflage during ''Sea of Blood''.
153	* NiceToTheWaiter: Seems to be on friendly terms with his Normal pilot allies, even addressing one by name on Hard Mode and wishing them luck fighting Anatolia's Mercenary. Fitting, since he used to be a Normal pilot himself.
154	* OldSoldier: Been active since National Dismantlement War. Interestingly, he's described as both an Original and a Raven, so he must have originally been a Normal pilot (just like the Mercenary) who made the switch to [=NEXTs=] when they were first developed during the war.
155	* TheStoic: Very calm and collected even in his defeat.
156	-->'''Sherring''' (defeated in hard mode) : "[[GracefulLoser Today I lose]]."
157	[[/folder]]
158
159	!!Arisawa Heavy Industries
160	[[folder:Arisawa Heavy Industries]]
161	-->'''Homebase''' : Pacific Rim
162	-->'''Affiliation''': Global Armaments
163	-->'''Specialization''' : Explosive, military vehicles.
164
165	An explosive weapon and heavy armor manufacturer based in Pacific Rim. Majority of grenade weapons in the market came from Arisawa. They also provide a tank-leg variant of [=Global Armament's=] SUNSHINE [=NEXT=] model named KIRITUMI. Their [=NEXT=] parts are notable for slowness, poor EN defense and low PA rating. But are also praised for being heavily armored.
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167	* {{BFG}}: ''Every weapon'' they build is this trope.. But the crowner goes to YAMAGA back-mounted grenade launcher.
168	* MightyGlacier: KIRITUMI is this trope embodied.
169	* StuffBlowingUp
170	[[/folder]]
171
172	[[folder:LYNX Warcar]]
173	-->'''Rank''' : 24 (Original)
174	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Kurumagakari
175	-->'''Encountered''': Data Arena
176
177	-->''Former tank pilot now working as an Original for Arisawa. His craft's physical armor outclasses other [=NEXTs=], and is paired with enough firepower to flatten an army.''
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179	* KineticWeaponsAreJustBetter: His [=NEXT=] is armed with assortments of bazookas, grenade launchers and missiles.
180	* MightyGlacier: Comes with a tank [=AC=].
181	* OldSoldier: As with all Originals.
182	* WeaksauceWeakness: Most of his weapon have low ammo count.
183	[[/folder]]
184	!!Bernard and Felix Foundation
185	[[folder:Bernard and Felix Foundation]]
186	-->'''Homebase''' : Europe
187	-->'''Speciality''' : Long Range Weapons, Targeting Electronics
188
189	A major power in Europe and a specialist in precise weaponry, [=BFF=] has already been prominent since the lead up to National Dismantlement War which they are heavily involved. The company has a deep hostility with Global Armaments even before the start of [=LYNX=] War.
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191	Although [=BFF=] is best known for their precise long-range weapons and targeting electronics, they have also cornered the market as a naval manufacturer. They have been responsible for designing most warships and tankers aside from Omer's submarine class. This is most clearly represented by the 8th Fleet and their powerful [=BFF=] Battleships.
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193	Despite not being a primary innovator in the field of Kojima technology, [=BFF=] is responsible for several major Kojima-related designs such as the Sphere Facilities, and a unique, specialized Normal capable of withstanding Kojima radiation intense enough to destroy a [=NEXT=].
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195	[=BFF=] and [=GA=], along with their subsidiary companies, engaged in full warfare over the course of [=LYNX=] War. Finally culminating in [[spoiler:[=GA=] hiring Anatolia's Mercenary (who has already been contracted by both side of the war) to destroy Queen's Lance, the mobile naval headquarter of [=BFF=], effectively taking the company out of action.]]
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197	* CoolShip: How about cool ''fleet''? [=BFF=] sports a impressive amount of battleships, destroyers and aircraft carriers, even more than any other companies.
198	** Queen's Lance, a gigantic cruising ship, serves as their headquarter.
199	* DefiantToTheEnd: Their ''Silent Avalanche'' group remains guarding the Sphere even after [[spoiler: BFF collapsed.]]
200	* BadassNormal: In a world where armies can be wiped out a dozen times over by a single [=NEXT=], a group of sniping Normals ''Silent Avalance'' managed to guard [=BFF's=] Kojima energy facility The Sphere against all other corporations ('''including enemy [=NEXTs=]''') long before Anatolia's Mercenary came by.
201	* LetsYouAndHimFight: Subject to one against Global Armaments, [[spoiler: courtesy of Rayleonard.]]
202	* LongRangeFighter: The entire design philosophy of [=BFF=] revolves around this. (around a single [=LYNX=], in fact) Their [=NEXT=] parts are usually considered essential if you're building a sniper [=AC=].
203	* SniperRifle: [=BFF=] sells a couple of accurate rifles, sniper rifles and back-mounted sniper cannons.
204	[[/folder]]
205
206	[[folder:LYNX Eugene]]
207	-->'''Rank''' : 20 (Original)
208	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Helix II
209	-->'''Encountered''': ''Silent Avalance'', Data Arena
210
211	-->''"Ugh... This could be close. Sis, stay back! I'll take care of this. You just watch me."''
212
213	-->''A capable Lynx known for his balanced AMS compatibility. Most often deployed as a backup for his sister Francisca. His level head and decisiveness belie his young age.''
214
215	* BrotherSisterTeam: With Francisca.
216	* CombinationAttack: He usually attacks first with his INSOLENCE cannon before Francisca follows up.
217	* EnergyWeapon: Unlike other quad-leg [=BFF NEXT=]s, his 'main' weapon is INSOLENCE Kojima cannon instead of sniper cannon.
218	* GuysSmashGirlsShoot: They both shoot, but Eugene uses shorter-range guns and tends to get up-close more than his sister.
219	[[/folder]]
220	[[folder:LYNX Francisca]]
221	-->'''Rank''' : 19 (Original)
222	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Helix I
223	-->'''Encountered''': ''Silent Avalance'', Data Arena
224
225	-->''"I've got a fix on him. That's Anatolia's mercenary. It's time, Gene."''
226
227	-->''BFF Original and heiress of the Wolcott Legacy. Often deployed as a vanguard unit paired with her younger brother Eugene, her solo capabilities are limited.''
228
229	%%* BrotherSisterTeam
230	* CombinationAttack: Usually opens fire after Eugene attacks.
231	%%* FragileSpeedster
232	[[/folder]]
233	[[folder:LYNX Iakchos]]
234	-->'''Rank''' : 34
235	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Anima
236	-->'''Encountered''': Data Arena
237
238	-->''Formerly a NEXT tech engineer, this unique LYNX now pilots a quadruped like his superior Wong Shao-Lung. Though a solid theoretician, his skills in battle is as of yet unknown.''
239
240	* AscendedExtra: In-universe; he was a [=NEXT=] engineer before decide to apply his knowledge in battle by himself.
241	* CombatPragmatist: Mounts 051ANEM that allows the user to plant [=ECM=] emitter into the ground as shoulder weapon.
242	* LongRangeFighter: His [=NEXT=] Anima carries long-range rifles and sniper cannons.
243	* TheUnfought: In mission mode.
244	[[/folder]]
245	[[folder:LYNX Mary Shelly]]
246	-->'''Rank''' : 5 (Original)
247	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Prometheus
248	-->'''Encountered''': ''Empress'', Data Arena
249
250	-->''"Goodness... Come all this way to die, have you?"''
251
252	-->''The undisputed empress of BFF's military force whose long-range sniping tactics formed the basis of the Company's official style.''
253
254	* ThisCannotBe: When you defeat her.
255	* KilledOffForReal: Presumably by you in ''Empress''.
256	* LongRangeFighter: She is the one who [=BFF=] based their [=NEXT=] development on. In-game her [=NEXT=] Prometheus carries one long-range rifle, a sniper rifle and a radar.
257	* OldSoldier: Been around since National Dismantlement War as with other Originals, but still young enough to have Wong Shao Lung as her caretaker.
258	* ShoutOut: Mary Shelly is the name of the author of {{Literature/Frankenstein}}. In the book, Frankenstein is referred to as "the modern Prometheus".
259	[[/folder]]
260	[[folder:LYNX Unseel]]
261	-->'''Rank''' : 15 (Original)
262	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Red Cap
263	-->'''Encountered''': ''Marche Au Supplice'', Data Arena
264
265	-->''"Feh. A fossil, just like I said! Die, and rot away!"''
266
267	-->''The infamous rogue Original from BFF who favors ECM and a sniper rifle. Despite his constant boasting, he'll stoop as low as he has to in order to win.''
268
269	* CombatPragmatist: Like Iakchos, His [=NEXT=] mounts 051ANEM as shoulder weapons.
270	** This guy joins Rayleonard after [[spoiler: BFF folded.]] That tells you anything?
271	* OldSoldier: One of the Originals.
272	* TrashTalk: Constantly refers to Anatolia's Mercenary as a "fossil" even though [[{{Hypocrite}} they both fought in National Dismantlement War.]] This is probably because the Mercenary was only a Raven and not a [=LYNX=] back then.
273	* ThisCannotBe: When you defeat him.
274	-->'''Unseel''': "You walking junk heap! It this ''my'' [[NeverMyFault fault]]?"
275	* SniperRifle: BFF standard policy.
276	* WolfpackBoss: Part of Berlioz's 4 man team.
277	[[/folder]]
278	[[folder:LYNX Wong Shao Lung]]
279	-->'''Rank''' : 8 (Original)
280	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Strix Quadruped
281	-->'''Encountered''': Data Arena
282
283	-->''One of the very few elderly Lynx still active, this wise and unwavering professor of war is also Mary Shelley's caretaker and guardian at BFF.''
284
285	* TheMentor: Of Mary Shelly, and possibly the rest of BFF either directly or [[MasterApprenticeChain by extension.]]
286	* OldMaster: Explicitly stated to be quite old. Still much capable of kicking your ass with his long-range [=NEXT=].
287	* SniperRifle: He's presumably the one who taught Mary Shelley (and indirectly the rest of BFF) this style, so naturally he uses these.
288	* TheUnfought: You can fight his data in the arena, but he makes no appearance in story missions until the sequel, ''For Answer.''
289
290	[[/folder]]
291	!!Couger
292	[[folder:Couger]]
293	-->'''Homebase''' : Southern Asia
294	-->'''Affiliation''': Global Armaments (America)
295	-->'''Speciality''' : Generators
296
297	A military company that specializes in building rocket engines. They were once the leading company in the field, but recent years have fallen behind to companies specializing in Kojima rocket engines. Despite this, they are slowly closing the gap through strategic information and personnel planning. Like MSAC, they are also a complete subsidiary of GA.
298
299	Couger manufactures boosters for [=GA's=] SUNSHINE line of [=NEXTs=]. Due to the [=NEXTs=] massive weight and heavy load tolerances, Couger parts are correspondingly heavy. They do however, have very low boost drain, but Quickboost power is severely lacking.
300
301	* BoringButPractical: Couger generators, barring Quickboost performance.
302	* CantCatchUp
303	[[/folder]]
304	!!Eqbal
305	[[folder:Eqbal]]
306	-->'''Homebase''' : Southern Asia
307	-->'''Speciality''' : Mass products, close-range shotguns/rifles, laser blades
308
309	Integrated industrial conglomerate and de facto leader of the South Asian economic sphere, they are well-known for mass production fueled by almost limitless manpower, and for their unique and imaginative weaponry. The mix of quarreling regions under their control gives them ample opportunities to test their products, ensuring their effectiveness in real battle conditions.
310
311	Equal is also one of the six major corporations that started National Dismantlement War and participate in Pax Economica. Their product lines are focused on close-range combat, offering many rifles, shotguns and laser blades choices that fits their role. Their lightweight [=NEXT=] designs are notable for ease of maintenance, having poor armor but superb mobility both on the ground and in the air, making them preferred choices for experienced [=LYNXs=].
312
313	* FragileSpeedster: Their overall design theme is this. Their [=NEXT=] SOLUH and its aerial combat variant SAUBEES have poor protection, relying on superior maneuverability to survive. SOLUH also suffers from high EN consumption while SAUBEES has even lower load capacity and PA.
314	* MoreDakka: Eqbal offer AZAN quick-firing rifles and ZAKAT, a machine gun with great rate of fire.
315
316	[[/folder]]
317
318	[[folder:[=LYNX=] Anil Hassan]]
319	-->'''Rank''' : 28
320	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Carrion Crow
321	-->'''Encountered''': Data Arena
322
323	-->''Elite Lynx selected from Eqbal's Bharat Squadron. A born soldier with considerable battlefield experience and the skill to see his mission through.''
324
325	%%* AcePilot: Part of Bharat Squadron.
326	%%* FragileSpeedster: His [=NEXT=] Carrion Crow is based on SOLUH model.
327	%%* CloseRangeCombatant
328	* TheUnfought: Fought only in Data Arena
329	[[/folder]]
330	[[folder:[=LYNX=] K.K.]]
331	-->'''Rank''' : 17 (Original)
332	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Liver Drive
333	-->'''Encountered''': Data Arena
334
335	-->''This Eqbal Original's mastery of the physical blade dates back to his Raven days. Though difficult to use, the weapon's overpowering force slides through even Primal Armor with ease.''
336
337	* CloseRangeCombatant: One of the few [=LYNXs=] that have laser blade as part of his arsenal.
338	* OldSoldier: Fought in National Dismantlement War. Like Sherring and Anatolia's Mercenary, he's described as both an Original and a Raven, implying that he started as a Normal [=AC=] pilot before switching to [=NEXTs=] when they were first invented.
339	* RetiredBadass: He is listed as the designer of [=NEXT=] Starka, a machine similar to Liver Drive itself, driven by [=LYNX=] Do Su in the sequel ''For answer''. Implying that he quit being [=LYNX=] and become NEXT architect instead.
340	[[/folder]]
341	[[folder:[=LYNX=] Nadezhada Droit]]
342	-->'''Rank''' :
343	-->'''Craft''' :
344	-->'''Encountered''': Data Arena
345
346	-->''This Eqbal Original fought in the last days of the National Dismantlement War, popularizing the development of weapon-type arm parts to compensate for his low AMS compatibility.''
347
348	* [[ArmCannon Arm Shotgun]]: He use INJIL-ARMS because of his low AMS aptitude.
349	%%* CloseRangeCombatant
350	%%* FragileSpeedster
351	[[/folder]]
352	[[folder:[=LYNX=] Sadhana]]
353	-->'''Rank''' : 2 (Original)
354	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Atman
355	-->'''Encountered''': ''Ego Boost'' (Hard), Data Arena
356
357	-->''"Don't overdo it... You're full of openings."''
358
359	-->''The Wizard of Eqbal who pilots a reverse-joint leg AC. Both mathematician and zealot, his fighting style defies all understanding at times, making it difficult to counter.''
360
361	* GeniusBruiser: Rather than fighting all-out like most other [=LYNX=], Sadhana choose to be methodical in combat. He also criticize the Mercenary's fighting style during their fight. You'd expect no less from the rank 2 Original.
362	* FaceDeathWithDignity: When defeated.
363	-->'''Sadhana''': "So my journey ends halfway..."
364	%%* FragileSpeedster: NEXT Atman is a ''very'' speedy air-based SAUBEE model that also have low energy drain. It can be difficult to catch if you come in with a wrong AC setup.
365	* MeaningfulName: Both Sadhana and Atman are Hindu/Buddhist concepts. They refer to "Means to attain something" and "Self", respectively.
366	* OldSoldier: Served in National Dismantlement War. It is also at this time that he most likely befriende Old King, the leader of Liliana, an armed rebel group. This suggests that at a younger age Sadhana had respected anti-establishment groups. After surviving the war, Sadhana's skills were recognized by Eqbal and he became its leading NEXT pilot and later chosen to lead the legendary Bharat Squadron.
367	* WorthyOpponent: Has a bit of this trope.
368	-->'''Sadhana''': (during combat) "Is this possible? This is new... Intriguing."
369	[[/folder]]
370	!!Global Armaments
371	[[folder:Global Armaments (GA America)]]
372	-->'''Homebase''' : America
373	-->'''Speciality''' : Heavy [=NEXT=] parts, generators, live ammunition weapons.
374	-->'''Subsidiaries''': Cougar, MSAC International
375
376	Global Armaments is world's largest corporation centered around economic hubs of Pacific Rim. The weapon and equipment they produced tend to be heavy and standardized, yet powerful and durable. It is also one of Anatolia's Mercenary biggest client.
377
378	GA has a deep rivalry with Belix and Bernard Foundation who controls Europe, with both corporations engaged in increasing amount of skirmishes. However, LYNX War breaks loose when [=AkvaVit=], one of Rayleonard's subsidiaries, managed to [[spoiler: convince GA Europe to sever ties with main branch and switches sides.]] GA America hired the Mercenary to raid Heide Arsenal in retaliation. resulting in destruction of several advanced weapons platforms. (Including Sol Dios, a type of Kojima Particle cannon) In response, Rayleonard and GA declare war on each other. In the chaos that ensured, BFF take the opportunity and tries to interfere with [=GA's=] operations in their territory, locking both corporations into heavy combat during early part of LYNX War until the Mercenary [[spoiler: successfully eliminate [=BFF's=] lead LYNX Mary Shelly and BFF sea-borne headquarter Queen's Lance. With BFF down,]] GA and its newly made allies Rosenthal and Omer turned their attention towards Rayleonard Group [[spoiler: and finally brought it down with the destruction of Exavil, Rayleonard's home base in Canada, at the hands of Anatolia's Mercenary. Thus earning GA a victory and dominant position over entire planet.]]
379
380	GA America is a manufacturer of high AP, heavy parts. Their weapons are characteristically heavy, with high ammunition capacity. They fire live ammunition, and feature quite high Attack Power ratings. Their [=GAN01-SUNSHINE=] line of products were developed to help average pilots develop top [=NEXT=] piloting capabilities.
381
382	Couger and MSAC International are complete subsidiaries of GA.
383
384	* BoringButPractical / CrutchCharacter: GA parts are nothing fancy with most equipment looked as if they've been brought over from 21st century (in fact, [[WordOfGod From Software's artists based the look on modern military vehicles such as M1 Abrams]] according to official artbook) and no energy weapons and extensive support modules in their line-up. It tends to be more favorable with players new to ''Armored Core'' due to high AP (Armor Points) their kits usually offer.
385	** The reason why [=GAN01-SUNSHINE=] is considered a CrutchCharacter is because how faster lightweight [=NEXTs=] tend to dominate in Armored Core 4 and For Answer.
386	** They're also seen as this in-universe, as many of their pilots (and others who use their parts) have low AMS-compatibility, compensating for it with heavy armor and firepower.
387	* ButThouMust: [[spoiler: Whatever you sided with BFF or GA, you'll be tasked with destroying [=BFF's=] Queen's Lance in the end.]]
388	* EagleLand: A downplayed version.
389	* MightyGlacier: GA's design theme. When it comes to heavyweights, [=GAN-01 SUNSHINE=] production [=NEXT=] model usually came to mind of most players. It's rather terrible in PA ratings and energy defense however.
390	* MoreDakka: [=GAN01-SS-WG=] gattling gun.
391	* StuffBlowingUp: Global Armaments features a number of bazookas, both as arm weapons or ArmCannon. More over [=GAN01-SUNSHINE's=] arm parts has been specially designed with recoil dampening system in mind to make the most out of [=GA's=] explosive lineup.
392	** [[=GA03=]-SOLARWIND Normal you see in game is equipped with a bazooka and missile pod.
393	[[/folder]]
394
395	[[folder:LYNX Enrique Elkano]]
396	-->'''Rank''' : 32
397	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Triana
398	-->'''Encountered''': Data Arena
399
400	-->The first Lynx found by GA's special committee, armed with an adaptable middleweight biped stocked with enough missiles to cover the battlefield.
401
402	* MacrossMissileMassacre: [=CHEYENNE02=] back weapons, true to it's MSAC origin.
403	* MightyGlacier: He uses modified SUNSHINE-L NEXT.
404	* RevolversAreJustBetter: Triana's hangar weapon.
405	* RetiredBadass: Designed NEXT Wonderful Body and NEXT Merrygate in ''For Answer'', implying he quit being a LYNX.
406	* TheUnfought: In mission mode.
407	[[/folder]]
408	[[folder:LYNX Menno Ruh]]
409	-->'''Rank''' : 10 (Original)
410	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] [[BoringButPractical Primitive]] Light
411	-->'''Encountered''': ''Internal Purge'' (Hard), Data Arena
412
413	--> GA's strongest Original and ace in the hole. The heavyweight bipedal juggernaut she pilots mirrors her unwavering will and fundamentalist fervor.
414
415	* {{BFG}}: You could say that Primitive Light is Global Armaments on legs.
416	** GatlingGood / MoreDakka : [=GAN01-SS-WG=], her arm weapon of choice.
417	** MacrossMissileMassacre: BELTCREEK shoulder-mounted chain missiles.
418	** StuffBlowingUp: [=GAN01-SS-WBP=] bazooka arm weapon. Also, there are BIGSIOUX launchers that carry over-sized missiles on her back.
419	* MightyGlacier: NEXT Primitive Light is a modified SUNSHINE model. Unfortunately in ''Internal Purge'', you can lure her into a tunnel...
420	* RuleOfSymbolism: In the Japanese version, her emblem depicts what seems to be a nun cradling a baby, presumably an allusion to Virgin Mary and Jesus. This was replaced by a picture of a winged lion reminiscent of a Lion Rampant. Nevertheless, her choice of emblem reflects her so-described "fundamentalist fervor": a religious one.
421	* UnwittingPawn: Her presence in '''[=GA's=]''' mission is very odd considering she's the ace of Global Armaments. Her last word when you defeat her implies that either she was sent to GA Europe's Heide Arsenal under a false pretense, or she secretly defected away from GA America (for unknown reasons) and thus make herself a target in the process.
422	-->'''Menno Ruh''': "It's a lie..."
423	[[/folder]]
424	[[folder:LYNX Roadie]]
425	-->'''Rank''' : 36
426	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Feedback
427	-->'''Encountered''': ''Internal Purge'' (Hard), Data Arena
428
429	-->Another rough-cut LYNX in the vein of Unite Mons. A match for only a small squadron of Normals, his style involves complete dependence on his AC's firepower and armor.
430
431	* AlmightyJanitor: He's significantly more capable in actual combat than his rank and bio suggest. He hits incredibly hard thanks to his powerful and accurate missiles and his bazooka arms. As a SUNSHINE model, Feedback also has good enough defenses to tank even high-powered laser cannons that can waste a lighter NEXT in two or three hits. [[spoiler: Fittingly, Roadie not only survives the events of this game, but also [[AscendedExtra becomes one of the top 5 pilots]] in ''[[VideoGame/ArmoredCoreForAnswer for Answer]]''.]]
432	* StuffBlowingUp: Uses [=GAN01-SS-AW=] ArmCannon[=s=] and back-mounted [=VERMILLION01=] and [=POPLAR01=] missile launchers.
433	* MightyGlacier: Pilots a modified SUNSHINE.
434	* ThemeNaming: His name, his [=NEXT's=] name and his emblem all refers to metal music genre.
435	[[/folder]]
436	[[folder:LYNX Unite Mons]]
437	-->'''Rank''' : 35
438	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Tyrant
439	-->'''Encountered''': ''The Womb'' (mentioned), Data Arena
440
441	-->A member of GA America who is described as being 'half-baked' and a symbol of GA's insecurities. Even in a NEXT using a weapon-type arm, he lacks the AMS aptitude to be a much of a force in battle.
442
443	* ArmCannon: Uses [=GAN01-SS-AW=] due to low AMS aptitude.
444	* MacrossMissileMassacre: Carries MUSSELSHELL missile launchers as shoulder ''and'' back weapons.
445	* MightyGlacier: Pilots a modified SUNSHINE-E, E model being a unit for LYNX with low AMS.
446	* PosthumousCharacter: In the mission ''The Womb'', GA sends him to investigate Rayleonard's Levanteer Facility; however, he is ambushed and killed by the Prototype [=NEXTs=] before completing his assignment. This prompts GA to send Anatolia's Mercenary to finish the job.
447	* TheUnfought: Due to the trope above. You can still fight his data in the Arena though.
448	[[/folder]]
449
450	[[folder:Global Armaments Europe]]
451	-->'''Affiliation''': Global Armaments America, [[spoiler:Rayleonad, Akvavit]]
452
453	European branch of Global Armaments. Their involvement with Sol Dios project (a Kojima particle cannon capable of leveling a city) with [[spoiler: Akvavit]] brought about [[spoiler:their collapse at the hands of GA America as they tries to break away from parent company to Rayleonard.]]
454
455	The Europe branch on its own develops several distinct AC parts and weapons that were utilized in actual combat.
456
457	* UngratefulBastard: Their entire episode with GA America, really. It ends just as well as you'd expect.
458	* LightningBruiser: [=GAE's=] experimental [=GAEN01-SL-L=] combines the advantages of quad leg parts with Global Armaments toughness, allowing the AC to rapidly moves along the ground and carry more weapons ''while'' retaining massive durability. It doesn't perform so well in aerial capability and EN drain however.
459	* RevolversAreJustBetter: [=GAEN01-SL-WH=] handgun.
460	[[/folder]]
461
462	[[folder:LYNX Ms.Theresia]]
463	-->'''Rank''' : 22
464	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Krayon
465	-->'''Encountered''': Data Arena
466
467	-->[=GA's dedicated Original, a quirky embodiment of GAE's unique NEXT battle ethic. Her experimental quadruped differs from most GA designs.=]
468
469	* MoreDakka: GA Europe's [=GAEN01-SL-L=] heavy quad leg she uses allows her to mount more weapons than usual.
470	* OldSoldier: One of the Originals.
471	* StuffBlowingUp: Carries an OTOGO grenade launcher.
472	* TheUnfought: Can only be met in Arena.
473	[[/folder]]
474	!!Leonemecanicca
475	[[folder:Leonemeccanica]]
476	-->'''Homebase''' : Europe
477	-->'''Speciality''' : Acutators, energy-based AC platforms and radar.
478
479	Leonemecanicca is Europe's second largest military manufacturer made up from alliance of several companies, characterized by cutting edge high-performance and expensive arm parts. It also managed to be a dominant corporation in Africa. While powerful in their own right, Leonemecanicca is barely involved in LYNX War due to the region they are located.
480
481	* EnergyWeapon: Not the weapons themselves, but Leonemecanicca offers a sizeable range of AC parts that boost [=EN-related=] stats.
482	** MagneticWeapons: [=RG01-PITONE=], a railgun that is also their only energy weapon.
483	* OutOfFocus
484	[[/folder]]
485
486	[[folder:LYNX Sara Angelic]]
487	-->'''Rank''' : 31
488	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] The Blue NEXT
489	-->'''Encountered''': Data Arena
490
491	-->Still just a young girl, this Lynx is a test case for Leone's unique military modus. Her record suggests the test was a success.
492
493	* EnergyWeapon: The reason Leonemeccanica sought her out is to find a pilot that best fit their design and engineering theme. Her [=TELLUS-based=] AC model is fine-tuned for this specific trope.
494	* TheUnfought: Can only be met in Arena.
495	[[/folder]]
496	[[folder:LYNX Sir Maurescu]]
497	-->'''Rank''' : 9 (Original)
498	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Lambda
499	-->'''Encountered''': ''Line of Defense'', Data Arena
500
501	-->''"So you're Anatolia's mercenary. Let me remind you of your place."''
502
503	-->The quintessential Original, defined by extreme self-consciousness. His skills are proven but his [[BloodKnight strong desire for power makes a handful for his handlers at Leone]].
504	----
505	* BloodKnight
506	* DeflectorShields: NEXT Lambda came with [=JADORE=] Primal Armor rectifier to compensate for low defense against solid weaponry.
507	* EnergyWeapons: Uses [=LR02-ALTAIR=] laser rifle.
508	* InsufferableGenius: When he does talk it comes out like this most of the time.
509	* TheQuietOne: Talks very little.
510	* ThisCannotBe: When you defeat him.
511	[[/folder]]
512
513	!!Melies
514	[[folder:Melies]]
515	-->'''Specialization:''' Energy Weapons
516	-->'''Affiliation:''' Leonemeccanica
517	The reknowned hi-tech energy weapon and rocket engine manufacturers. They were so well known for their energy weapon construction that they were considered the industry authority on the concept. Late into [=AC4=], they merge with Leonemeccanica to become The Interior Union.
518	----
519	* BeamSpam: Their entire weapons library is just energy rifles or energy pistols.
520
521	[[/folder]]
522	!!MSAC International
523	[[folder:MSAC International]]
524	-->'''Specialization''' : Missile systems
525	-->'''Affiliation''': Global Armaments
526
527	A complete subsidiary of Global Armaments. MSAC uphold a high standard in computerized equipment production, providing great corporate value in GA Group. The company covers almost all variants of missile system available in the market.
528	----
529	* MacrossMissileMassacre: What they are all about.
530	[[/folder]]
531	!!Omer Science Technology
532	[[folder:Omer Science Technology]]
533	A West Asian military company that made a name developing Kojima Technology independently. They were able to gain support from Rosenthal since the beginning of the National Dismantlement War. The company harbors a deep and bitter rivalry against Akva Vit, and joins General Armaments in LYNX War in battling Rayleonard Group. However they suffered heavy losses and forced into sideline, relying on raising their own LYNX to fight for them.
534
535	Omer Science Technology specializes in lightweight NEXT and board range of both energy and kinetic weapons.
536	----
537	* KarmaHoudini: [[spoiler:They get away with destroying Anatolia with what amounts to zero consequences. At least until the sequel ''For Answer''.]]
538	* UngratefulBastard: After LYNX War reaches its conclusion, [[spoiler:Omer blackmailed their own pilot and your friend Joshua O'Brien into destroying Anatolia.]]
539	[[/folder]]
540	[[folder:LYNX Celo]]
541	-->'''Rank''' : 6 (Original)
542	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Testament
543	-->'''Encountered''': ''Seed A Barren Earth (Hard Mode)''
544
545	-->''"Heh, Is that really all? Or maybe... everyone's exaggerated about you!"''
546
547	One of the highest ranking Originals who emerged during the Lynx War. Known for his natural talent as a pilot from a young age, he climbed up the ranks of Omer Science Technology. After countless successes, he has become extremely arrogant broaching on insanity.
548	* ArrogantKungFuGuy: Described as one in his bio, and his combat quotes fit the description, dismissing the player's skill as exaggerated.
549	* DieLaughing: Celo lets loose a hearty chuckle when he's defeated.
550	* HateSink: To make up for the boss before him being a TragicVillain, Celo has almost no redeeming qualities, giving you someone to shoot without feeling bad about it for a change.
551	* ImprobableAge: He's young for an Original, considering all the others in this game are [[OldSoldier veterans]] of the [[GreatOffscreenWar National Disarmament War.]] Presumably, he's one of the new generation to hold the title for participating in the Lynx War, as most of the true Originals have died off by now (many of them at your hands).
552	* KickThemWhileTheyAreDown: His role in ''Seed A Barren Earth'' seems to be to cheap-shot whoever survives the confrontation between Anatolia's Mercenary and [[spoiler: Joshua O'Brien]], seeing as he's no help to [[spoiler: Joshua]] while they're still alive despite technically being on the same side.
553	* LaughingMad: When he goes down.
554	* ShadowArchetype: For most of the game, you play the ambitious upstart who starts out gunning down Normals and works their way up to defeating [[LivingLegend living legends]] like the Originals. By the time you fight Celo, ''he's'' the ambitious upstart and you're the OldSoldier he's sent to take down.
555	* SmallRoleBigImpact: Gameplay-wise, he's just another LYNX to fight, but his appearance confirms Omer's involvement in [[spoiler: setting Joshua up to destroy Anatolia]].
556	* TrueFinalBoss: He only shows up after the 00-ARETHA has been taken down, and then only on Hard Mode.
557	[[/folder]]
558	!!Rayleonard
559
560	[[folder:Rayleonard]]
561	-->'''Homebase''' : Canada
562	-->'''Speciality''' : [=NEXT=] Generators
563
564	A rising energy corporation and major source of AC generators. Rayleonard was the first company to develop super high density hydrogen sterling alloy and utility fuel cells, and also played an important role in the development of first generation Kojima Technology. These advancements were equipped to all [=NEXTs=], giving them the critical advantage needed to crush the sovereign nations in less than a month. Global Armaments, who dominated Central and Southern Pacific Rim, is their main adversary. Despite distributing parts for other companies, Rayleonard keep their industries tightly under wraps.
565
566	Rayleonard managed in stay in the background for the most of [=LYNX=] War, [[spoiler: allowing Bernard and Felix Foundation to battle and be eliminated by Global Armaments.]] Rayleonard and GA America declare war on each other after [[spoiler: GA America hired Anatolia's Mercenary to raid Heide Arsenal and destroy Sol Dios prototypes, secretly under development by GA Europe that was planning to sever ties with parent company and ally with Rayleonard. After BFF is done for however, [=GA=] America and its allies turned all their forces towards Rayleonard. Resulting battles heavily crippled Rayleonard and its subsidary, and the company itself soon cease to exist after the Mercenary destroys Exavil, Rayleonard's headquarter.]]
567
568	Rayleonard manufactured a variety of high-energy parts for [=NEXTs=]. Their impressive lineup of quick-firing guns and blades maximizes attack power with the shortest possible delay. Specializing in instantaneous movement, Rayleonard's [=NEXTs=], such as the AALIYAH were designed with high-speed close-range combat in mind.
569
570	Akvavit is Rayleonard's closest working partner.
571
572	* FragileSpeedster: Their production [=NEXT=] model [=03-AALIYAH=] possesses great ground boost speed but suffers in physical armor department, which was compensated by high Primal Armor Rectification. But THAT combined with high-power boosters eat EN like nobody's business, so much that engineering team has to design a new generator just for [=AALIYAH=].
573	* ManipulativeBastard: [[spoiler: Allowing BFF and GA to weaken one another before stepping into forefront, and coaxing [=GA=] Europe into breaking away from parent company.]]
574	* WellIntentionedExtremist: [[spoiler: One possible interpretation of their actions. The Closed Plan, which comes to the forefront in the sequel ''For Answer'', was the brainchild of Rayleonard and was created when they realized how [[WalkingWasteland just how much of a problem Kojima Particles really were.]] Its specific purpose was evacuating humanity from a polluted Earth, and it is possible that they were attempting to carry this out after the outbreak of the Lynx War, but they were defeated before it came to fruition.]]
575	[[/folder]]
576	[[folder:LYNX Berlioz]]
577	-->'''Rank''' : 1 (Original)
578	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Supplice
579	-->'''Encountered''': ''Marche Au Supplice'', Data Arena
580
581	-->''"Don't get cocky. I hear he's a skilled soldier. Let's bury him."''
582
583	-->The Rank 1 Original and widely regarded as the most technically proficient and skilled pilot of the National Dismantlement War. He has since formed his own personal elite unit of [=NEXTs=] to carry out specific missions assigned to him by Rayleonard consisting of P. Dam, Unseel, and Zanni.
584
585	* BondOneLiner: Unlike his compatriots, he'll only TrashTalk you if you die to him.
586	-->''"In over your head, mister mercenary? Did you think I was the same as the others?"''
587	* CombatPragmatist: He's noted for using weapons from multiple corporations. This was the norm in the previous ''Armored Core'' games but here most LYNX stick to what their employer provides them, making Berlioz similar to the Mercenary, who can also freely choose parts.
588	* DarkIsNotEvil: Supplice is a dark grey which contrasts with the all-white Noblesse Oblige in one of the trailers, but Berlioz is no worse than [[ProfessionalKiller any other mercenary;]] he just happens to be on the opposing side to the player.
589	* FaceOnTheCover: That's Supplice in action during the intro and on the game's cover.
590	* GracefulLoser: When the Mercenary defeats him.
591	-->''"You're a fine warrior... Call me sentimental, but I wish we had met under different circumstances."''
592	* OldSoldier: Was around for the National Disarmament War, same as the other Originals.
593	* WolfpackBoss: He's the leader of the squad you face in ''Marche Au Supplice.''
594	* WorldsBestWarrior: He's not Rank 1 for nothing.
595	* WorthyOpponent: He's one of a handful of [=NEXT=] pilots to actually [[ThrowTheDogABone give the Mercenary credit for his accomplishments]] rather than dismissing him as a former Raven.
596	[[/folder]]
597	[[folder:LYNX Anjou]]
598	-->'''Rank''' : 3 (Original)
599	-->'''Craft''' : [=NEXT=] Orleans
600	-->'''Encountered''': ''Jardin de Chavalier''
601
602	-->''"How you get there is unimportant: It's who stands last!"''
603
604	-->Rayleonard's "Queen of Close Combat." She along with Berlioz are Rayleonard's top fighters. She wields the series-staple MOONLIGHT LaserBlade and has a habit of challenging foes she deems worthy to single combat.
605	* BloodKnight: Fiona thinks so, saying that she looked like she was enjoying her fight with the Mercenary.
606	* CombatPragmatist: See her quote. While her NEXT is well-suited for blading, she does have ranged options in the HITMAN machine gun and SULTAN plasma cannon, and her FLICKER rockets can prevent you from locking onto her, so she is far from helpless at a distance.
607	* CoolSword: It's hard to get much cooler than the [[InfinityPlusOneSword MOONLIGHT]] in this series.
608	* InterfaceScrew: Her FLICKER rockets can disable your FCS, preventing you from locking onto her.
609	* TakeUpMySword: Her Rayleonard co-worker Shinkai inherits most of her unique parts in ''For Answer'', including the MOONLIGHT, retooling his NEXT Split Moon into a near-copy of Orleans.
610	* WorthyOpponent: Like Berlioz, she's one of the few who show respect for the Mercenary's combat prowess by the time they fight.
611	[[/folder]]
612
613	!!Rosenthal
614	[[folder:Rosenthal]]
615	-->'''Affiliation''' : Omer Science Technology
616	-->'''Speciality''' : All purpose weaponry
617
618	A benign corporation under the shadows of Omer Science. They specialized in weapons and equipment that are balanced and of great quality. During the course of LYNX War, Resenthal remains largely inactive.
619
620	* CallBack: Visual design of many Rosenthal's AC and weapons are reminiscent of older ''Armored Core'' games.
621	[[/folder]]
622	!!Technocrat
623	[[folder:Technocrat]]
624	-->'''Homebase''' : Former Russia
625	-->'''Speciality''' : Rocket weapons
626
627	An aging corporation based in what is formerly Russia's territory. Still clinging to old standards, Technocrat barely keeps up with it's current market. It's ties to Eqbal is the only thing keeping the company afloat.
628	[[/folder]]

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