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Unveiling the Legacy of Mobile Suit Gundam

In celebration of the iconic franchise’s 40th anniversary, a special 44-minute video was released in 2019 as part of the “U.C. Gundam Blu-ray Libraries” series. This unique collection of Blu-ray Disc re-releases showcases the Universal Century installments of the beloved Gundam franchise.

A Journey Through Time

The video, titled “Mobile Suit Gundam Light of Life Chronicle U.C.,” takes viewers on a thrilling journey through the history of the Universal Century series. Written by renowned scriptwriter Harutoshi Fukui, this special feature brings together two legendary characters, Amuro Ray and Lalah Sune, as they reflect on the past and future of the Gundam universe.

Recapitulating the Classics

This extraordinary video is comprised of recapitulations of major previous Universal Century series, expertly woven together with new content. Fukui’s script masterfully explores the motivations and concepts that have defined the franchise over the years, offering a fresh perspective on the beloved stories.

A Comprehensive Look at the Universal Century Series

The “Mobile Suit Gundam Light of Life Chronicle U.C.” video covers an extensive range of series within the Universal Century timeline, including:

• Mobile Suit Gundam
• Mobile Suit Gundam I
• Mobile Suit Gundam II: Soldiers of Sorrow
• Mobile Suit Gundam III: Encounters in Space
• Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam
• Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam: A New Translation – Heir to the Stars
• Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam: A New Translation II – Lovers
• Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam: A New Translation III – Love Is the Pulse of the Stars
• Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ
• Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack
• Mobile Suit Gundam F91
• Mobile Suit Victory Gundam
• Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket
• Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory
• Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team
• Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn
• Mobile Suit Gundam Narrative

Beyond the Universal Century

In addition to exploring the Universal Century series, the video also touches on other notable Gundam series, such as:

• Mobile Fighter G Gundam
• Mobile Suit Gundam Wing
• After War Gundam X
• Mobile Suit Gundam SEED
• Mobile Suit Gundam 00
• Mobile Suit Gundam AGE
• Mobile Suit Gundam IRON-BLOODED ORPHANS
• Gundam Reconguista in G

A Lasting Legacy

The “Mobile Suit Gundam Light of Life Chronicle U.C.” video is a testament to the enduring popularity and influence of the Gundam franchise. As a special release commemorating the 40th anniversary of this beloved series, it offers a unique opportunity for fans to reflect on the past and look forward to the future of the Gundam universe.