Gaust Exoskeleton Attack System Model-1

The , or Pretender, is a vehicle used by the Machina. An exoskeleton, each one is personally crafted to fit and resemble the Machina, with no two ever being the same: common (but not definite) traits include a bipedal form, two small to large chainguns, one melee weapon, and - in the case of lighter, less weapon-laden Pretenders - jump jets.