At 950 mm tall in 1/3 scale, this DX edition of Pod 042 from NieR: Automata is a commanding centerpiece. The sculpture faithfully renders Pod 042’s bulbous cockpit and slender support limbs, with layered armor plates, panel lines, and subtle weathering that suggests long service in the field. The glossy chrome accents contrast with matte black and dark gray armor, while translucent red light effects hint at the pod’s internal sensors. The piece includes a dynamic base that evokes a fragment of a ruined battlefield, and magnetically secured weapons and accessories allow for varied display angles without loosening over time. Overall, a museum-quality tribute to YoRHa's operational pods.

Pod 042 serves as a loyal, high-function support unit within the YoRHa squad, coordinating reconnaissance, energy management, and targeting during operations in NieR: Automata. While the main focus rests on the android pilots, pods like 042 operate as intelligent assistants, analyzing terrain data, relaying enemy positions, and projecting auxiliary weapons to cover retreat or advance. Pod 042’s compact design belies its utility: it can interface with pilots via spoken commands, emit targeted energy bursts, and deploy sensors that extend battlefield awareness. In the broader story, the pods symbolize the fusion of human ingenuity and machine resilience, serving as indispensable partners in the struggle for survival on a mechanized Earth.