The Glide Armor debuted in Mega Man X7. It is most notable for its Glide ability and for the returning Giga Crash, which last appeared in Mega Man X2. In lore, its design is based on the Normal Armor (the Armor Parts from Mega Man X to Mega Man X4),[2] which may explain the return of the Giga Crash and the ability to equip one piece at a time, unlike the Armor Parts in the previous two games.
Reduces all damage received by 50% and nullifies knockdown, and grants X the Giga Crash. Taking damage from enemy attacks fills its Weapon Energy; once the gauge is full, X can use the Giga Crash to damage all enemies on the screen.
Upgrades X's Charge Shot MAX, adding three additional homing shots on either side of the Charge Shot. It also increases the X-Buster's range, and X can charge Special Weapons.
Grants X the Glide; by pressing Jump while midair, he can glide through the air. It is slower than an Air Dash or Hover, but can travel across much longer distances.
"When this armor was first applied, it looked rough, so I tried to create a more sharp and slender structure. I had a surprisingly difficult time trying to create a three-dimensional V shape while making the vertical lines look thinner." - (Concept Art Room)[3]
Glide Armor X in Mega Man X7.
Concept art from Mega Man X7.
Early design from Mega Man X7.
