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| − | Though Zoids can be autonomous, the vast majority of Zoids (with the exception of drones such as [[Sleeper Zoid]]s or [[Chimera Zoid]]s) require the use of a pilot in order to fight at their full potential. Though some pilots view Zoids merely as weapons, other cases, the pilot forms a special [[Zoid/Pilot Bond|emotional bond]] with their Zoid | + | Though Zoids can be autonomous, the vast majority of Zoids (with the exception of drones such as [[Sleeper Zoid]]s or [[Chimera Zoid]]s) require the use of a pilot in order to fight at their full potential. Though some pilots view Zoids merely as weapons, other cases, the pilot forms a special [[Zoid/Pilot Bond|emotional bond]] with their Zoid. |
There are many different classes of Zoid pilots, who go by various names: | There are many different classes of Zoid pilots, who go by various names: | ||
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* [[Soldier]]: those who operate a Zoid during times of war under the command of a formal military | * [[Soldier]]: those who operate a Zoid during times of war under the command of a formal military | ||
* [[Transporter]]: those who operate Zoids to carry passengers or cargo | * [[Transporter]]: those who operate Zoids to carry passengers or cargo | ||
| − | * [[Mercenary]]: free-agent Zoid pilots who | + | * [[Mercenary]]: free-agent Zoid pilots who fight for whoever can pay them |
* [[Mind Rider]]: mechanical pilots who operate Zoids in the [[Zoids (Marvel UK Comic)|UK Comic]] | * [[Mind Rider]]: mechanical pilots who operate Zoids in the [[Zoids (Marvel UK Comic)|UK Comic]] | ||
* [[Guardian Force Fighter]]: elite soldiers who work for the [[Guardian Force]] | * [[Guardian Force Fighter]]: elite soldiers who work for the [[Guardian Force]] | ||
Latest revision as of 08:10, 24 January 2014
Zoid Pilot is a catch-all term for any person who operates the controls of a Zoid.
Overview
Though Zoids can be autonomous, the vast majority of Zoids (with the exception of drones such as Sleeper Zoids or Chimera Zoids) require the use of a pilot in order to fight at their full potential. Though some pilots view Zoids merely as weapons, other cases, the pilot forms a special emotional bond with their Zoid.
There are many different classes of Zoid pilots, who go by various names:
- Soldier: those who operate a Zoid during times of war under the command of a formal military
- Transporter: those who operate Zoids to carry passengers or cargo
- Mercenary: free-agent Zoid pilots who fight for whoever can pay them
- Mind Rider: mechanical pilots who operate Zoids in the UK Comic
- Guardian Force Fighter: elite soldiers who work for the Guardian Force
- Zoid Warrior: tournament fighters officially licensed by the Zoids Battle Commission
- Zi Fighter: the Fuzors equivalent of a Zoid Warrior
- Zoid Rider: the Genesis term for a Zoid pilot
- Machine Pilot: mechanical pilots who operate Bio Zoids
Incidentally, the widespread use of the term "pilot" in Zoids and other mecha anime is incorrect. Strictly speaking, "pilots" operate ships or aircraft - the vast majority of Zoids are terrestrial vehicles. One who operates a land vehicle is called a "driver". Unfortunately, "Zoid Driver" doesn't sound nearly as cool.
