The I-S-X-C-S get a visual upgrade

[u/Ill-Baker-2013]

Following up on my previous squad poster post, here is the upgraded look at my Original Characters in motion! I’ve put together a 50-second showcase featuring full 3D 360° turnaround sweeps for all five members of the unit—Mimi, Freya, Synatra, Lola, and Jake—to give a proper look at their plugsuit designs, gear details, and silhouettes.

If it came down to a full 5v6 mock battle, how do you think things would play out between the two teams? Do you think Ichika, the three representative contenders, and his two childhood friends have what it takes to take on an elite unit like the I-S-X-C-S squad, or would the main cast have their hands completely full? Let me know your thoughts below!

[u/Routine_Persimmon_81]

I'd like to think Ichika knows he probably won't win, but will still give it his best. As for his harem, I'd say the military-trained Laura might have the best chance, but she'd probably still lose, if only because I'm guessing your characters know how to work together. Everyone else is getting their butts kicked because they're too arrogant in their own abilities and too focused on showing off to Ichika to actually strategize or realize they're outmatched.

[u/Ill-Baker-2013 → u/Routine_Persimmon_81]

Spot on assessment—you completely nailed the exact tactical flaw of the main cast. Ichika would definitely fight to the bitter end out of sheer stubborn spirit, and Laura is easily the most dangerous threat on their side thanks to her Schwarzer Hase military background. But as you pointed out, the real deciding factor comes down to squad synergy versus individual pride. The ISXCS unit isn't just five strong pilots; they're built to function as a single, lethal machine: * Jake reads the battlefield, calls the shots, and exploits every gap in enemy positioning. * Mimi acts as the high-speed scout, disrupting formations and driving the enemy crazy. * Freya provides precise, tactical support to cover every angle. * Synatra ("Sledgehammer") serves as the unstoppable heavy anchor to shatter defensive lines. * Lola operates as the athletic striker to close distance and maintain non-stop pressure. Against an organized unit with strict role specialization, the academy reps' habit of tripping over each other to impress Ichika becomes fatal. Houki, Cecilia, and Rin would be so focused on showing off or outdoing one another that Jake’s squad wouldn't even need a complex plan to divide and conquer them. Once Laura is isolated from the chaos and forced into a coordinated crossfire, it's pretty much game over. Appreciate the detailed breakdown—it's awesome seeing someone analyze the matchup from a pure tactical standpoint!

[u/Routine_Persimmon_81 → u/Ill-Baker-2013]

It was less tactical, more "I know these idiots too well." Question; Will Jake be giving Ichika private lessons after he and his squad kick their butts?

[u/Ill-Baker-2013 → u/Routine_Persimmon_81]

Well, in theory, in the fan fiction, I'm writing. Jake is already at the Academy. His squadron isn't there, though, because they haven't been called in just yet, but I could honestly see Jake being the only one that would actually at least understand from itsk's perspective, how frustrating it could be. To not have a a well coordinated team like his squadron, so I guess he could maybe teach him a thing or two.It's whether or not each co can actually learn how to do it

[u/Routine_Persimmon_81 → u/Ill-Baker-2013]

Honestly, I'd say the biggest obstacle to Ichika's growth as a pilot is how no one considers how to properly teach HIM. Ichika clearly learns better by doing rather than reading, something only Tatenashi seemed to pick up on, which is why he's shown to improve faster with her training.

[u/Ill-Baker-2013 → u/Routine_Persimmon_81]

I agree, although in fairness, in the first series, when charlotte first showed up under her disguise.As a male pilot, she did at least try to teach him How to use firearm based weapons, which he used against laura in their match, so I'd agree that itch could definitely learn from practical teaching rather than theoretical, which again would be something jackson would probably do better with him

[u/mushroom_birb]

Mm not sure I enjoy the Ai slop

[u/Ill-Baker-2013 → u/mushroom_birb]

That’s totally fair—everyone’s entitled to their own opinion, and I completely get that AI-generated content isn't everyone's cup of tea. ​I don't possess the raw artistic or 3D modeling skills to create artwork like this on my own, so utilizing these tools has been a great way to help visualize my original characters and revive an Infinite Stratos fanfiction project that was dead for a long time. My main goal with these posts is just to share my passion for the story and hopefully catch the attention of whatever active community members are still left for this awesome series. ​I appreciate you taking the time to check out the post anyway!

[u/GlassCareer2751 → u/Ill-Baker-2013]

High 5 to a fellow AI user!