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When processed at first, this image showed enormous banding. So, I returned it to ACR and reprocessed it keeping the blacks and shadows intact. I went for the pure red/black/white contrast. The idea of a clear shot of the interior bit the dust.
ACE-01 Firebird
After the decisive defeat that was the Seven Hour War, the 507th TEM unit needed something to replace their aging Chub and Rumble Monkey against the Varangian Guard's frames. Under the guidance of 507-Captain Jean LaCoste, Amber Coast spent the last two-months frantically working on experimental frames to give the 507 an even playing ground against their enemies.
Even after a sabotage attempt by an unknown culprit, ACE managed to retool, rebuild, and finish their Firebird prototype. Sadly, this delay allowed the Varangian Guard to release their own air-superiority frame, the "Seraph Paladin". While normally we would be concerned, in our mock battles, the Firebird exceeds any and all aerial capabilities that the Seraph may have.
After a successful test-flight mock battle, and a mock-battle turned real by a surprise attack by the Varangians, Amber Coast immediately put the Firebird into limited mass production. Not only is this unit leagues better than the 507's aging Rumble Monkey and Chub, but it gives the 507 a distinct edge in the War for Arcadia: Aerial superiority.
The "jet mode" is meant to be used for two reasons alone: Landing & Take-off, and flying distance. Its "frame mode" is meant for combat, though that's not to be said that its jet-fighter mode is useless in combat. As with such parameters, the S.O.P. however is to slow down to C-level speeds to transform safely. However, with a quick-enough (or ballsy enough) pilot, the Firebird can transform in mid-air at battle-level speeds, something that while not intended for, is possible - albeit extremely risky to try, due to the G-forces on the pilot.
What truly makes the Firebird a revolutionary design however, is how it flies. Not through conventional laws of flight... The innovative design of the Firebird revolves around a radical new piece of technology - an Amber Coast exclusive - an Ion-Generating system. Built into the frame's wings. This powerful electromagnetic field polarizes the air currents as the Firebird flies through the air. In tandem with the Firebird's Linear Rifle, which further extends the reach of the ionization, the polarized air flows along the aerodynamically shaped electromagnetic field, making the Firebird more aerodynamic and agile than it looks.
Afterthoughts:
Inspired by my ideas, actually built however, by the one and only Gatlinggouf927. If anyone deserves the credit. It is he.
Always liked this shape of Firebird, so it was pleasing to see this one on the motorway last weekend.
My good friend Robert 'Bush' Bishop found me an NOS seat for my Firebird so he bought it and gave it to me. Just because he hated the old, lumpy, poorly upholstered one I had on it.
Top bloke!
Each year, our town celebrates the Firebird Festival by creating a gigantic sculpture of the firebird and then setting it ablaze. 'Cause that's what we do.
1968 Pontiac Firebird with 400 cu in 6.6 litre V8 engine, Reg.FNC226F, at the 2025 Bristol American Classic Car Show, Keynsham Rugby Club, 24 August 2025.
I ran acroos these pictures on an old memory stick from my old point and shoot. Spent many hours working on this beauty. What a great car. Upgraded to a 455 pontiac!!!!!
Alvis Firebird (Special) (1935) Engine 3571cc S6 OHV
Registration Number TH 5445
# 209 Ray O'Beirne
ALVIS SET
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Shot taken 7:08:2011 at Prescot VSCC Hillclimb, Gothrington Ref: 77-72
The June 18, 2013 Wendy's cruise-in at Chelsea Michigan. This cruise-in is held on the first and third Thursdays from June
through September.
This 1968 Pontiac Firebird 400 has quite a furry friend for its mascot.