XVX-02 Gundam Leander (V2 Upgrade)

XVX-02 Gundam Leander 

Built with the data recovered after the Vanadis incident, this machine was built to reduce the strain on the pilot. Therefore, the Gund-format was omitted so it can be a true Gundam. No longer bound by the "curse", Leander is a mobile suit that has the ability to exceed the witch. Different equipment was made for the Gundam Leander. Each one has a designated purpose.

This one, called the "V2 Package" gives Leander unrivaled mobility. The back boosters house in each one a miniature Reactor, giving it nearly 3 times the amount of boost. When it engages the "Max Boost Mode", streams of charged particles flow from the boosters to make it appear like the Leander has wings. Those "wings" are also an effective weapon. When used in the right way, they can slice enemy units and ships with ease. This isn't done very often due to the amount of strain it applies to the reactors. 

(Please overlook the plastic plates. I plan to repaint, lol)

The V2 Package also includes a large anti-ship sword called the "Leander Blade". This large weapon has a physical blade tip, with a beam edge. It is ideal for piercing enemy units and using the beam edge to slice them apart. The V2 Package is meant to be a high speed hit and run assault system. 

That is all for the setting. I will discuss how I was able to install the V2 parts. I removed the ball socket that they were originally used to connect to the V2 assault buster. I then glued in parts from the powered arms set. For strength, plastic plate was added to reinforce the new connection system. The sword is from the perfect strike freedom. I modified it so it can be mounted on the back skirt when not in use 

Here is a better view of what I did. I tried using them with different connectors and backpacks. I found the HGUC moon Gundam with battle arms joints to be the best combination so I'm sticking with that one. 

The plastic plate I used to strengthen the work I did. It didn't take that long to accomplish what I was after. The end result looks good, I think. Once it's all repainted, it will look better. For now, Gundam Leander has an additional equipment pack. I will work on probably 2 more, if not definitely one more. More than likely it will be a cannon type pack