FY01

2025

Anime

Gundam is not a singular character but a series of giant, piloted mecha featured prominently in the long-running Japanese anime franchise, Gundam. The original RX-78-2 Gundam made its first appearance in the anime television series, Mobile Suit Gundam, which premiered in 1979.

Often considered a symbol of hope and technological advancement, the Gundam mobile suits are typically advanced, humanoid robots equipped with various weaponry, including beam rifles, beam sabers, and vulcan cannons. They are piloted by skilled individuals who must navigate the complexities of combat and the emotional toll of war.

Over the decades, various iterations of Gundam have appeared across numerous anime series, movies, and video games, each with unique designs, capabilities, and backstories. These Gundam are central to the stories, exploring themes of war, peace, and the human condition in the face of technological advancements.