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Revolutionizing Gunpla Battles: AI Battlogue Unleashed

In the world of Gundam Build Fighters, a new era of Gunpla battles has begun. AI Battlogue, the inaugural episode of Gundam Build Fighters: Battlogue, marks a significant milestone in the evolution of Gunpla combat.

A New Frontier in Gunpla Technology

Meijin Kawaguchi III and Allan Adams visit the Yajima Trading’s research and development center, where they discover the latest innovation in Gunpla technology. The OS of the Gunpla Battle’s Battle System has been upgraded, incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its autopilot mode. This breakthrough allows even novice Gunpla enthusiasts to participate in battles, leveling the playing field.

Dream Matches Become a Reality

Allan explains that the AI system can simulate the quasi-personalities of legendary Gundam pilots from past series, making any dream match possible. The Meijin is thrilled at the prospect of witnessing epic battles between iconic characters. To test the system, Allan and the Meijin decide to engage in a battle, with Allan piloting the CB-9696G/C/T Reversible Gundam and the Meijin commanding the MS-06BR Ballistic Zaku.

The Battle of Titans

The AI system boots up, and two AI pilots are chosen: Ribbons Almark for the Reversible Gundam and Char Aznable for the Ballistic Zaku. The two Mobile Suits clash in a spectacular battle, with Ribbons’ calm demeanor contrasting with Char’s fiery passion. As the fight intensifies, the Reversible Gundam transforms multiple times, catching Char off guard. The Ballistic Zaku’s bazooka is stolen and crushed, prompting Char to employ his Newtype abilities to evade the Reversible Gundam’s attacks.

A Game-Changing Twist

Just as Char gains the upper hand, the Reversible Gundam’s AI is suddenly swapped with Amuro Ray’s AI. The battle takes a dramatic turn as Amuro and Char engage in a fierce fistfight, destroying each other’s Mobile Suits. The Meijin is impressed by the AI swap, which Allan reveals is an undocumented feature.

The Future of Gunpla Battles

As the battle concludes, the Meijin and Allan discuss the implications of the AI system. The Meijin wants to test the system further, using Emma Sheen as his next AI pilot. Allan suggests countering with Seabook Arno, sparking a debate about the fairness of the match. The stage is set for a new era of Gunpla battles, where the boundaries between human and AI pilots are blurred.

Stats and Trivia

• Characters: Meijin Kawaguchi III, Allan Adams, Ribbons Almark (AI), Char Aznable (AI), Amuro Ray (AI)
• Mobile Suits: CB-9696G/C/T Reversible Gundam, MS-06BR Ballistic Zaku
• Quotes: Amuro Ray and Char Aznable’s exchange about their rivalry and the coincidence of their voices

Behind the Scenes

• Toru Furuya reprises his role as Amuro and Ribbons, while Toshihiko Seki voices the Char Aznable AI.
• The Reversible Gundam’s leaping pose is a nod to the RX-78-2 Gundam’s iconic move from episode 1 of Mobile Suit Gundam.
• The final battle on the Moon is reminiscent of the GN-001REII Gundam Exia Repair II and GN-000 0 Gundam’s battle in episode 25 of Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Season 2.