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Ad Stella: A New Era of Space Exploration

In the vast expanse of space, a new era has dawned. The Ad Stella timeline, the main setting of Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury PROLOGUE and Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury, marks a significant shift in human history. This is an era where corporations have ventured into space, establishing a massive economic system that spans the galaxy.

A New Calendar System

As humanity colonized Mercury, a new timekeeping unit was introduced, known as the Mercurian year. This system coexists with Earth years, providing a unique way of measuring time in space. For instance, Ericht Samaya’s victory over her sister Suletta at DiggingKing was recorded as “Mercurian year 154, day 63.”

A Timeline of Key Events

Several pivotal events have shaped the Ad Stella era:

• A.S. 89: The Shin Sei Development Corporation was founded, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.
• A.S. 101: The Vanadis Incident occurred, leaving a lasting impact on the galaxy.
• A.S. 119: Prospera Mercury was appointed president of Shin Sei Development Corporation, ushering in a new era of leadership.
• A.S. 122: Suletta Mercury transferred to the Asticassia School of Technology, bringing with her the XVX-016 Gundam Aerial. Miorine Rembran founded GUND-ARM, Inc. and celebrated her 17th birthday.

Appearances in Media

The Ad Stella timeline has been featured in various forms of media, including:

• Television Series: Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury (Episodes 2 and 18)
• Novels: Cradle Planet and Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury
• Manga: Vanadis Heart
• Audio Dramas: Cradle Planet
• Merchandise: High Grade the Witch from Mercury

Interesting Facts and Trivia

• Mercury’s orbital period is approximately 88 Earth days, and its rotation is 4222.6 Earth hours.

References

For a comprehensive understanding of the Ad Stella timeline, refer to the following sources:

• Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury Season 2 Trailer
• Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury Episodes 1, 2, 7, 8, 17, and 18
• Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury PROLOGUE
• Williams, David R. (2020-11-25). Mercury Fact Sheet