In an unexpected yet fascinating merchandise drop, Armored Core VI is receiving a dedicated ballpoint pen meticulously styled after the iconic Ashmead pile bunker from the acclaimed mecha title.

The Legacy of the Ashmead Pile Bunker

The PB-033M Ashmead serves as a formidable left-arm weapon in Armored Core VI, having famously stolen the spotlight in the game's dramatic reveal trailer at the close of 2022. While pile bunkers have long been a celebrated staple of legacy entries in the franchise and broader mecha anime history, utilizing this specific weapon requires precision. Mastering the exact positioning and distance delivers devastating damage to opponents in-game.

Design, Pricing, and Availability

This clever writing instrument replicates the action of the pile bunker, extending the pen mechanism rather than a lethal mecha-perforating spike. The collectible set ships with a USB-C powered illuminated display stand alongside a branded Balam notepad, paying homage to the fictional in-game corporation that manufactures the Ashmead.

Priced at 17,600 yen (roughly $112 USD), the item offers a surprisingly accessible collector's piece for dedicated fans. Pre-orders officially opened today, with official fulfillment scheduled for May of next year, though the release is currently exclusive to Premium Bandai in Japan.