Slash

Slash is known as a quotsupport mechquot and assists Mahoro during combat. He has the form of a panther and can be summoned at any time by Mahoro. Although he can speak his mouth never moves except during times when he expresses emotions. Although used for combat in the past he often now acts as a guard dog around the Misato residence and a friend to the Misato039s dog mdash a role he was not thrilled to take in the beginning. He is friendly but tough and will lend a helping paw when asked. Although Mahoro is Slash039s master he will now take commands from Suguru: since Suguru is Mahoro039s employer he is also her master and thus Slash039s master as well. Source:Wikipedia