BA-001 EXA

The BA-001 EXA Unit(Standing for Experimental Armor) is the primary mobile suit of The Suffering Edge. A prototype mobile weapon created by the British Armed Forces in the 1970s in the colony of England, the EXA is piloted by Marina Pollsworth, the main protagonist, who uses it to defend herself against against Clarissa Hollington, her longtime tormentor. It is based on the HER-SELF Mobile Doll Sarah's "MS Mode" from Gundam Build Divers.

During the story, it is revealed that Ms. Angel intends to use the EXA for hers and Clarissa's own purposes.

Technology and Combat Characteristics

The EXA's main feature is a miniature "particle reactor", which serves as the suit's power source. This, combined with its anti-proton propulsion system, allows the EXA to hover under its own power. However, the suit initially lacks any offensive capabilities, due to its experimental nature.

Marina's Personality

Despite her outward appearance, Marina is cynical and pessimistic, and harbors a great hatred for Clarissa, due to the abuse she had suffered from her. Unlike most Gundam protagonists, Marina's personality remains the same throughout the first and second story, however, the revelation of Ms. Angel's intentions heighten her resentment for Clarissa, causing her to become somewhat misanthropic.

Equipment(original form)

Cameras: The EXA's cameras have high precision, allowing the pilot to pin-point a mobile suit's weak points.

Fusion Program: A special function installed by Mrs. Angel for the purpose of enacting The Coronation, this allows the EXA to merge with any type of mobile suit. This program works via both a biological system, consisting of the combined brain waves of Mrs. Angel's daughters, Artemis and Demeter, and a series of artificial whip-like tissues. When the program activates,

EXA "Memento Mori"

After the violent battle with the Lohengrin, the EXA merges with the suit, resulting in the EXA Memento Mori. Its name is a reference to the story's themes of suffering and despair, as well as the fact that Narcissa attempted to use the Lohengrin to destroy England.

Equipment

Type 00X Prototype Handheld 40mm Plasma Gun: Two beam rifles, designed to fire shots of plasma capable of denting a mobile suit's armor. However, it can only contain a limited amount of energy before being rendered useless.

BA-XX "Tormemtum" Head-Mounted 20mm. Missile Launcher:The EXA "Memento Mori" is equipped with missile launchers, which are mounted onto the suit's "Verzwei" booster unit.