Mikhail Mish Kaminsky

Mecha/Character: Mikhail Mish Kaminsky & MS-18E Kämpfer
Mecha Series: Gundam 0080 Wall in a Pocket
Medium: Ikea Furniture Polystyrene Packaging Board
Media: Acrylic Paint and White Board Marker

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Mikhail Kaminsky
Mikhail Kaminsky (ミハイル・カミンスキー Mihairu Kaminsukī?, Russian: Михаил Каминский) is a character from Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket. He was a member of the Principality of Zeon's elite Cyclops Team during the One Year War and was often referred to by his comrades as "Misha".

MS-18E Kämpfer
The MS-18E Kämpfer (ケンプファー Kenpufā?) is a heavy assault mobile suit introduced in the Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket OVA. It was piloted by Mikhail Kaminsky of Zeon's Cyclops Team during the One Year War.

Technology & Combat Characteristics
The "E" in the MS-18E Kämpfer's model number was an abbreviation for the German word "Einhauen," which translates to "to smash sth. in." "to smash in" summed up the suit's role as a fast assault unit that was meant to strike quickly, cause massive damage with its varied weapons loadout, and make a fast escape. The Kämpfer was a very focused design, never intended to work outside of its role. Within this role it was an exceptional unit, rivaling the Federation's RX series in firepower and speed. It was equipped with numerous thrusters and verniers to achieve high maneuverability. Conversely, the large number of thrusters resulted in higher fuel consumption rate, limiting its operational time.

The Kämpfer's design opted for minimal armor, even removing the hip-mounted skirt armor found on most mobile suits. The choice of conventional shell-based weapons rather than beam weapons was made to reduce the drain on its reactor and resultant drop in speed. Weapon racks were designed to be ejected from the unit as they were expended, minimizing dead weight. The Kämpfer was intended to be operated by special forces, and was built to be easily disassembled and reassembled in blocks, aiding in its infiltration behind enemy lines.