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Unveiling the Secrets of Mobile Suit Gundam Twilight Axis – Red Trace

In the midst of the Universal Century timeline, a new chapter unfolds with Mobile Suit Gundam Twilight Axis – Red Trace, a compilation movie that delves into the mysteries of the ONA series. This cinematic experience weaves together the threads of the original story, adding new scenes and an unforgettable ending song.

The Story Unfolds

The year is U.C. 0096, and the Earth Federation government has deemed the “psycho-frame” a threat to humanity. In response, they establish the Mastema special forces team, led by Lieutenant JG Mehmet Merca, to investigate the shattered asteroid Axis. Accompanied by civilians Arlette Almage and Danton Hyleg, Mehmet’s team soon finds themselves under attack by a private militia called Birnam, who wield a new model of Gundam.

Characters Take Center Stage

Meet the key players in this intergalactic drama:

• Mehmet Merca, the determined leader of Mastema
• Arlette Almage, a former engineer with a hidden agenda
• Danton Hyleg, a skilled test pilot with a troubled past
• Quentin Fermo and Walter Fermo, the enigmatic leaders of Birnam
• Lalah Sune and Char Aznable, legendary figures from the Principality of Zeon

Mechanical Marvels

The movie features an impressive array of mobile suits, including:

• RX-78AN-01 Gundam AN-01 “Tristan” (Birnam)
• RX-160G Byarlant Isolde (Birnam)
• RGM-89 Jegan (Birnam Type) (Birnam)
• RX-78KU-01 Kurwenal (Birnam)
• AMX-011S Zaku III Custom (Axis Zeon/Neo Zeon)
• AMX-104 R-Jarja (Axis Zeon/Neo Zeon)
• AMA-X4 Ahava Azieru (Axis Zeon/Neo Zeon)

Behind the Scenes

The creative minds behind Mobile Suit Gundam Twilight Axis – Red Trace include:

• Director: Sejoon Kim
• Story & Script: Sejoon Kim, Ark Performance
• Producer: Sunrise, Taniguchi Osamu
• Character Design: Sejoon Kim
• Mechanical Design: Shingo Abe, Sejoon Kim
• Art Director: Hideki Nakamura
• Music: Takashi Oomama

Release and Reception

Mobile Suit Gundam Twilight Axis – Red Trace premiered in Japan on November 17, 2017, and has since captivated audiences worldwide with its gripping narrative and stunning visuals.

Trivia and Fun Facts

• This movie marks Sejoon Kim’s directorial debut in the animated Gundam franchise.
• The ONA series was previously worked on by Sejoon Kim as an assistant director for Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn and animation director for Gundam Build Fighters.

Explore the Gundam Universe

Delve deeper into the world of Mobile Suit Gundam with these related titles:

• Mobile Suit Gundam Twilight Axis (ONA)
• Mobile Suit Gundam Twilight Axis (Novel)
• Mobile Suit Gundam Twilight Axis (Manga)
• MSV-R: The Return of Johnny Ridden

Official Website and External Links

Visit the official website for more information on Mobile Suit Gundam Twilight Axis – Red Trace. Explore the vast Gundam universe through various external links, including TV series, films, OVAs, events, and more.