Dorsal modifications
Dorsal modifications are a type of mobile fencer modification that is equipped onto the back of the chassis, allowing for the addition of payloads away from front-facing combat. The following are the most common types of fencer dorsal modification.
Dorsal sub-arms
Dorsal sub-arms are mechanical appendages attached to the backs of heavy fencers. These appendages are carefully engineered to serve a variety of purposes, making them invaluable additions to the arsenal of any pilot operating a heavy-duty fencer. They are typically equipped on heavy backpacks that complement the fencer's primary function, which may involve wielding heavy weaponry, transporting large loads, or requiring additional ammunition or fuel reserves. Dorsal sub-arms are usually modular and customizable; pilots can even adapt them to suit their specific mission requirements by attaching various tools, weapons, or equipment, making them compatible to a wide range of combat scenarios.
Direct ammunition feeds
Direct ammunition feeds are sophisticated mechanisms integrated into ammunition backpack modifications specifically designed for certain types of fencer weapons (usually machine-gun equivalents or missiles). These feeds consist of a series of linked metal chambers, often made from advanced alloys and utilizing automated propulsion through direct physical pulling or magnetism on the rounds. Their primary purpose is to provide a continuous and uninterrupted supply of ammunition directly into the reloading port of the designated weapon. This innovation effectively eliminates the need for manual reloading during combat.