According to the introduction, there were two key metrics for measuring compatibility with a mecha. The first was the level of psychic power; the second was the proficiency in piloting the mecha.
As the old saying goes, practice makes perfect. Thus, even those with lower psychic power could achieve high compatibility with a mecha if they have enough skill.
Mecha in reality differed significantly from those in virtual training. In virtual training, summoning and entering the cockpit of a mecha was just a click away. In reality, if a mental connection with the mecha wasn't established beforehand, pilots had to climb a small wooden ladder next to the mecha to jump into the cockpit.
Once seated, they closed the protective barrier to control the mecha.
This particular mecha for Yuri had been used by many before, leaving a strange smell in the cockpit.
