Melee Scaling Logic / MSL
sc-018 [Overload Drive Protocol]
A high-risk output regulation protocol that forcibly destabilizes the melee armament's plasma containment field. By channeling the reactor's main bus directly into the emitter, it executes a high-speed, high-density strike using the primary weapon's heavy attack vector. This overwhelming energy surge grants immunity to projectile impact while active, though it leads to temporary circuit burnout.
- Logic Trigger: Activation of Sub-Weapon [MSL]
- Damage Multiplier: 300% of Main Melee Base Power
- Combat Defense: Active Hyper Armor (Nullifies Ranged Reaction)
- Penetration Logic: Ignores Shields & Buffer Skill Resistance
- Main Weapon Lock: 4.0 Seconds (Circuit Re-sync Phase)
- Recycle Period: 15.0 Seconds (Fixed / Non-reducible)
| Execution Mode | Motion Logic | Critical Effect | Stun Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Drive | High-Speed Down-Swing | Shield Bypass | Hard Knockdown |
Tactical Profile: The Executioner's Edge
The [MSL] is designed for "decisive elimination." By utilizing the Active Hyper Armor, the pilot can ignore incoming fire to deliver a 300% damage strike that bypasses all defense buffers. The motion is an accelerated version of the unit's standard heavy swing, ensuring a knockdown. However, the 4-second lockout post-swing means the unit cannot immediately follow up with a standard melee combo, necessitating support or secondary fire weapons to secure the kill.
Operational Risk: Plasma Instability
Activating the [MSL] causes immediate plasma instability. Whether the strike connects or misses, the 15-second recycle period is mandatory. Pilots must account for the 4-second interlock where the primary melee weapon is disabled; a missed swing leaves the unit completely vulnerable to close-quarters counter-attacks. Precision is the only survival factor.