Depth Charge Emergency Ejection System

The Depth Charge Emergency Ejection System was intended to deal with a critical weakness in the Mastodon's design. The limited forward firing arc of the Mastodon's  main weapon meant it was unable to retaliate against swift foes who closed in on a Mastodon's flanks or rear. This was partially offset by deploying Mastodons in "Herds" where they can overlap fire.

The depth charge system dealt with such tactics by dropped explosive shells from the mastodon's flanks when dealt massive damage to any nearby enemies but not the mastodon itself thanks to its tough armor. This proved effective at discouraging such tactics and increasing the Mastodon's survivability.