After the collapse, terrain across the sectors became unstable—cracked highways, sunken cities, shifting rubble. Traditional vehicles failed. In their place came towering mechs like the DZ-63, built to adapt, patrol, and "protect."

Outfitted with infrared ocular sensors, the DZ-63 can detect distress signals or hostile targets across vast distances. It was meant to support drone units, deliver aid, and stabilize conflict zones. But its presence now means one thing: control.

Peacekeeping turned into enforcement. Rescue into suppression.

Backed by a rising authoritarian regime, these machines serve bloated police forces who operate far above the law. The line between safety and surveillance has vanished.

To the people, the DZ-63 is no longer a guardian—it’s a weaponized relic, a symbol of fear and oppression. Its heavy frame moves through ruined streets like a warning. And every time it appears on the horizon, it fans the flames of revolution.

Inspired by Ghost in the Shell and the many beautifully built Tachikoma models within the LEGO MOC community, this creation represents a more militarized version of the iconic spider tank. The design emphasizes a rounded, cohesive shape throughout the joints and body, aiming to capture the organic-mechanical blend typical of the source material.

The dark azure color scheme was deliberately chosen to match a line of infantry drones constructed using prosthetic minifigure legs (part ID: 970d56), which, at the time of the build, only existed in this shade. This constraint helped unify the aesthetic between the drone units and this larger mechanized companion. Limited access to dark azure parts made the build more challenging, requiring thoughtful choices to maintain the intended smooth, rounded look of the arachnid-style body and legs.

The central eye of the spider tank features a bright light orange flex tube segment embedded inside a stud with a 3.2mm hole. This detail was added to create strong visual contrast against the darker tones of azure, black, and gray, helping the eye stand out as a focal point.

A modified BrickArms M2HB serves as the main weapon. It is attached in a way that allows it to be removed, offering the option of presenting the model as a non-combat unit. Boat studs (part ID: 2654) proved especially useful in achieving smooth joint transitions at the knees, thanks to their inward-facing studs, further contributing to the build’s clean and compact design.