In the world of Aldnoah Zero, Kataphrakt is the term for the mecha used by the characters to fight on the battlefield. These mecha are highly sophisticated and equipped with state-of-the-art weaponry.
In this article, we will discuss all Kataphrakt that appear in Aldnoah Zero story. Check out the review below!
1. KG-6 Sleipnir
KG-6 Sleipnir is an orange Kataphrakt typically used by Inaho Kaizuka in combat. The robot was originally designed for training young pilots. Despite this, Inaho feels comfortable with the robot.
KG-6 Sleipnir is equipped with a variety of weapons, including pistols, grenade launchers, and swords. This weaponry can also be strengthened and modified depending on Inaho's needs and the characteristics of the enemy he faces.
Although KG-6 Sleipnir is less sophisticated than the Kataphrakt of the Vers army, Inaho is able to maximize the robot's power with his intelligence. He successfully destroyed many of the Vers army's Kataphrakt.
2. KG-7 Areion
The KG-7 Areion is the Earth Army's primary mass-produced Kataphrakt. Compared to the KG-6 Sleipnir, the KG-7 Areion has been significantly enhanced for optimal combat performance.
Despite this, the KG-7 Areion's combat power is still significantly inferior to the Vers Empire's Kataphrakt, which possess special abilities. However, this problem can be overcome with the right strategy and solid cooperation between KG-7 Areion pilots.
3. Tharsis
Tharsis was originally Commander Cruhteo's Kataphrakt. After his death, it was given to Slaine Troyard. In Slaine's hands, the robot demonstrated impressive performance in combat.
Tharsis is capable of extremely fast movement and agile maneuvers in the air. Furthermore, the robot possesses a special ability that allows the pilot to see six hours into the future.
4. Dioscuria
Next, there's Commander Saazbaum's Kataphrakt, named Dioscuria. This Kataphrakt is extremely powerful and can combine with a set of additional equipment to enhance its combat capabilities.
Dioscuria possesses several interesting abilities, such as creating a dimensional shield, energy swords, and rocket fists. Furthermore, Dioscuria has an aerial advantage, as it can fly and maneuver with agility.
5. Nilokeras
Nilokeras is one of the first Kataphrakt to attack Earth at the beginning of the Aldnoah Zero story. Nilokeras' pilot is a Vers soldier named Trillram. This robot is quite large.
One of Nilokeras's strengths is its ability to create a dimensional barrier. This barrier can absorb and destroy any object it touches. Furthermore, the robot is equipped with several aerial cameras.
6. Argyre
Next, there's Vlad's Kataphrakt, named Argyre. This Kataphrakt specializes in close-quarters combat. Its abilities are based on two energy swords that possess destructive attack power.
Argyre's energy swords emit extreme heat, capable of cutting through any object with ease. Furthermore, the swords can detonate bullets fired by opponents using the Leidenfrost effect.
7. Hellas
Hellas is an intriguing Kataphrakt piloted by Femieanne. This robot has six arms, named after the Goetian demon. These arms can function as rocket projectiles to hunt down opponents.
The robot's arms, pulling it apart, can transform into a single molecule and penetrate the armor of battleships and other Kataphrakts. One way to counter these arms is by changing the trajectory of their attacks.
8. Deucalion
Deucalion is a Kataphrakt belonging to Saazbaum's fiancée, Orlane. Deucalion is enormous and possesses the power of attraction, manipulating the gravity around it.
This gravitational force can automatically block enemy attacks. However, Deucalion was destroyed coinciding with Orlane's death during the Skyfall incident that occurred in the past.
9. Sirenium
The next interesting Kataphrakt is Commander Mazuurek's Sirenium. Sirenium is equipped with six spherical devices. These spherical devices have the power to manipulate them.
These spheres can surround Sirenium's body and create a tornado with a powerful gravitational field. This gravitational field can block and destroy enemy attacks, but this problem is resolved thanks to Inaho's aerial attacks.
10. Geryon
Next, there's the Kataphrakt named Geryon, piloted by Keteratesse. This Kataphrakt appeared and attacked the Beijing army after the incident involving the Asyllum Princess.
Geryon has the ability to generate electric attacks that can ensnare and inflict significant damage on opponents.
11. Solis
Solis is a Kataphrakt piloted by Selkinas. This Kataphrakt first appears early in the story and attacks the New Orleans area.
Solis has two laser cannons on either side of its head. The laser is highly destructive and capable of hitting targets accurately. Furthermore, Solis boasts strong defenses and is immune to attacks from the Earth army's Kataphrakts.
12. Elysium
The next Kataphrakt is Elysium, controlled by Baron Yacoym. This robot's abilities are extremely troublesome, as it can freeze anything within a 1-kilometer radius.
Anything or anyone within that radius can be instantly frozen. To counter this freezing effect, Inaho needs to fire several grenades at once and then perform his strongest attack from close range.
13. Electris
Electris is a Kataphrakt used by Zebrin in combat. Unlike other humanoid Kataphrakts, Electris has a vehicle-like form.
As its name suggests, Electris possesses abilities related to electricity. This Kataphrakt can unleash high-voltage electrical attacks. These electrical attacks disrupted the operating systems on the Decalion ship.
14. Ortygia
Ortygia, controlled by Orga, is one of the most troublesome Kataphrakts. The Kataphrakt is capable of creating numerous clones through quantum teleportation.
Ortygia and its clones are capable of large-scale attacks. The only way to defeat Ortygia is to destroy all of the robots simultaneously to prevent them from multiplying.
15. Scandia
Next, there's Rafia's intriguing Kataphrakt, which possesses the ability to invisibility. It can move without leaving a shadow or heat signature, making its presence difficult for enemies to detect.
Scandia is also equipped with an explosive arrow attack. Scandia often fires these arrows from a distance. Scandia is also uniquely capable of carrying another Kataphrakt on its back.
16. Herschel
Herschel is a red Kataphrakt owned by Marylcian. He once used it to challenge Slyne to a duel. After being defeated, Herschel was taken over by Harklight.
Herschel is equipped with 30 laser-firing machines that can be detached from his body and controlled at will. Its combat abilities are highly effective when engaging enemies in open areas.
17. Octantis
Octantis is a Kataphrakt piloted by Barouhcruz. Octantis's primary offensive power lies in its electromagnetic whip-like weapon. This weapon can extend, providing a fairly long attack range.
Furthermore, Octantis's weapon has been shown to be capable of slicing an asteroid in half. However, Octantis's armor makes it vulnerable to bullets. In the final battle in space, Octantis was damaged.