Landmaster

VEHICLE TYPE Agile ground-assault vehicle OFFENSIVE CAPABILITIES Laser cannon, bomb launcher DEFENSIVE CAPABILITIES G-Diffuser system, armor plating CREW Pilot only

INTEL "The Landmaster" is Slippy Toad's designation for a unique armored combat craft of his own design. A functioning prototype that shows clear hallmarks of Slippy's engineering acumen, it is the only ground-based assault vehicle known to be within the Star Fox team's arsenal.

The Landmaster's combat capabilities belie its origins as a Space Dynamics exploratory rover—a standard-issue, single-seater vessel that would have been included in James McCloud's initial purchase of the Great Fox. Slippy's apparent modifications to the rover include the addition of enhanced armor plating as well as a unique and powerful compressed-laser cannon capable of both ground and surface-to-air combat.

The tank's remarkable maneuverability, including the ability to roll, can be attributed to Slippy's integration of G-Diffuser technology. This tech, in conjunction with vertical jets on the tank's undercarriage, also allows the Landmaster to hover for brief periods in standard-gravity environments.

Reports that Slippy's design includes seat warmers for the pilot's comfort are, as of this writing, unsubstantiated.

ASSESSMENT Initial analysis suggests the Landmaster is a versatile and durable combat vehicle fit for deployment across a variety of terrains and environments. Continued observation is advised.