[Challenge 5][Cat A][Lucha Verde]

[rodiziorobs]

Presenting Lucha Verde, competitor for the Mech Wrestling event, representing MANTIS.

AG Olympics - Cat A by rodiziorobs, on Flickr

Controlled by former two-time Robo-Force champion Anne Galloway, Lucha Verde is a middle-weight class mech, designed for quick, destructive punch-outs. Although not very quick on its feet, it has a very stable stance based on its large footprint and can turn about easily in one spot.

AG Olympics - Cat A by rodiziorobs, on Flickr

Furthermore, it is equipped with medium-grade (as per regulations) gravitic dampeners at its heel to help dig in when on a rally against its opponents.

AG Olympics - Cat A by rodiziorobs, on Flickr

Each arm is also equipped with rockets at the elbow to help accelerate its fists when delivering a crushing blow, and each armored arm also has a large shield at the back of the fist, for both defense and striking.

AG Olympics - Cat A by rodiziorobs, on Flickr

AG Olympics - Cat A by rodiziorobs, on Flickr

The frame encompasses a 20x20 square:

AG Olympics - Cat A by rodiziorobs, on Flickr

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This is the first mech I've actually ever built, so feedback is very appreciated!

[Professor Thaum]

This one is really great

[Umbra-Manis]

Great work for a first mech! The lime armor is well done! The only critique I have is the little grey ball joints on the ankles, which feel like they need an armor plate.

[Andromedas Gates]

The judges awarded you 4 points.

[Dannylonglegs]

Nice brutal looking build. It seems to be a continuation of MANTIS' seemingly Gorilla inspired Mechs. The shaping is nice and smooth. Reminds me somewhat of a Grunt from Halo. I think the "face" is my favorite part.

~Insectoid Aristocrat