Use the wings as part of the armor system, not just decoration. Make each feather a layered composite that also functions as a shock‑absorber and a heat‑shield. Attach them to the shoulders with a quick‑deploy hinge so they can fold flat for transport and extend only when needed for flight or a quick getaway. Reinforce the central spine with a lightweight titanium alloy so the wings stay rigid under load. Add modular panels that can open for a quick weapons bay or close to maintain a streamlined profile. Keep the color palette monochrome with metallic accents—purely functional, no emotional flourishes. That way the look stays ethereal but every piece serves a tactical purpose.

The moonstone adds visual flair but no tactical benefit. If you need a beacon, use a small quartz crystal; it’s lighter and easier to integrate into the hinge mechanism. Keep the titanium spine as close to the minimum weight as possible, and the armor will perform as a fortress without unnecessary ornament.

Sounds efficient. Make sure the quartz is wired to a low‑power microcontroller so the flash is instant and doesn’t drain the battery. Keep the wings’ folding mechanism solid—any flex can become a vulnerability. Once it’s built, you’ll have a silent, swift shield that only needs one command to deploy.