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Mobile Suit Gundam

Short answer: Mobile Suit Gundam, created by Yoshiyuki Tomino and studio Sunrise, premiered in April 1979. Set in the Universal Century calendar, it follows teenage pilot Amuro Ray in the RX-78-2 Gundam during the war between the Earth Federation and the space colonies of the Principality of Zeon.

It launched a franchise of sequels, models and spin-offs, and helped define 'real robot' mecha stories. The Reel is a review with clips; the opinions in it are the Reel's.

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What should you know about Mobile Suit Gundam?

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  1. It premiered in 1979.

    DD-234-F01 · Write-up · Exhibit A (1979)

  2. Yoshiyuki Tomino created it.

    DD-234-F02 · Write-up · Exhibit B (Tomino)

Video transcript: Mobile Suit Gundam: Mobile Suit Gundam Premiered in 1979

Gundam is an iconic series and a cornerstone of the mecha genre that has fascinated fans around the world since its debut in 1979. If you're into giant robots and epic space battles, this franchise is definitely for you. Gundam isn't just about cool mechs duking it out in space, although, let's be honest, that's a huge part of its charm. What really sets Gundam apart is how it tackles complex themes like war, peace, and the human condition. Each series explores these issues through intense, often philosophical narratives where the gigantic mobile suits known as Gundams are tools for much larger battles. The original series, Mobile Suit Gundam, introduced us to the Universal Century, a futuristic era where humanity has colonized space and is divided into the Earth Federation and the rebellious principality of Zeon. The story revolves around Amuro Ray, a young pilot who becomes the key to victory with his Gundam. This set the stage for numerous sequels and spin-offs, each adding layers to the expansive Gundam universe. NOW YOU KNOW!

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The write-up

Mobile Suit Gundam premiered in 1979. It pits the Earth Federation against the Principality of Zeon.

  1. Exhibit A

    1979

    It premiered in 1979.

  2. Exhibit B

    Tomino

    Yoshiyuki Tomino created it.

  3. Exhibit C

    Amuro Ray

    Amuro Ray pilots the Gundam.

  4. Exhibit D

    Zeon

    The Federation fights Zeon.

  5. Exhibit E

    Franchise

    It launched a large franchise.

Questions people ask about Mobile Suit Gundam

When did Mobile Suit Gundam premiere?

April.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (1979) · Wikipedia: Mobile Suit Gundam

Who created it?

With Sunrise.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Tomino) · Wikipedia: Mobile Suit Gundam

Who pilots the Gundam?

A teenager.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Amuro Ray) · Wikipedia: Mobile Suit Gundam

Who fights the Federation?

Space colonies.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Zeon) · Wikipedia: Mobile Suit Gundam

What calendar is it set in?

UC.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Franchise) · Wikipedia: Gundam

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  1. When did Mobile Suit Gundam premiere?

    1. 1979
    2. 1999
    3. 1969
    4. 1989
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    Answer: A. 1979 April. Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (1979) · Wikipedia: Mobile Suit Gundam

  2. Who created it?

    1. Yoshiyuki Tomino
    2. Hideaki Anno
    3. Akira Toriyama
    4. Go Nagai
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    Answer: A. Yoshiyuki Tomino With Sunrise. Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Tomino) · Wikipedia: Mobile Suit Gundam

  3. Who pilots the Gundam?

    1. Amuro Ray
    2. Char Aznable
    3. Shinji Ikari
    4. Eren
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    Answer: A. Amuro Ray A teenager. Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Amuro Ray) · Wikipedia: Mobile Suit Gundam

  4. Who fights the Federation?

    1. The Principality of Zeon
    2. The Empire
    3. Akatsuki
    4. HYDRA
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    Answer: A. The Principality of Zeon Space colonies. Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Zeon) · Wikipedia: Mobile Suit Gundam

  5. What calendar is it set in?

    1. Universal Century
    2. Common Era
    3. Stardate
    4. Galactic Year
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    Answer: A. Universal Century UC. Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Franchise) · Wikipedia: Gundam

Cite this case file

Easterling, Marcus. "Mobile Suit Gundam." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-234, last updated May 18, 2024. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/mobile-suit-gundam/

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