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What was it like playing Relena, one of Gundam Wing's most controversial characters?

Finding Relena: Exploring A Gundam Heroine's Legacy With Voice Actor Lisa Ann Beley

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November 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM

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Chase

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RX-78-2 GUNDAM: NOW AND THEN

I really love the classic look of the Gundam, so I wanted to understand all its differences compared to the modern interpretation of the RX-78-2. And there's no better way to learn something well than to teach others!

#gundam #mobilesuitgundam #rx-78-2

a digital illustrated poster comparing the original and modern designs for the rx-78-2 gundam. on the left there are illustrations of the modern look and another drawing sporting lots of markings and decals, as well as extruded vents on the chest. on the right, there is an illustration of the retro-style gundam, and a closeup of the head. the following text is what fills the space around the illustrations:

MARKINGS - There is no "one true design" for the Gundam, and the various designs for decals on model kits or paintings of the RX-78-2 show this well.

NOSE - While the original design of the head is variable in its design (especially around the faceplate, which could either have a flat top or a jagged top), a good amount of the illustrations show that the red section under the eyes was intended to be in the shape of a nose and upper cheeks. This is similar to other giant robots of the era, like Mazinger Z or Zambot 3.

VENTS - Some depictions of the RX-78-2 have extruded yellow frames around the chest vents instead of vents directly inset in the chest. While this is a design trait that the later RX-178 Gundam Mk-II has featured since its first appearance, the RX-78-2 wouldn't be depicted with them until its first Master Grade model kit in 1995. Now, this look is part of the variable design "canon", and appears on some iterations of the RX-78-2 like the Ver. Ka or the Gundam: The Origin design.

YELLOW V-FIN/ANTENNA - The RX-78-2 is occasionally depicted with the crest on its head in yellow instead of white, especially in early merchandise of the show. This may have been because early giant robot toys used softer, rubbery material for pointy design elements, and that material only came in a yellow color. On the RX-78-2, this yellow coloration is also used in the Gundam: The Origin manga, alongside a green camera at the top of the head and eyes that often glow pink.

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November 27, 2025 at 11:51 PM

MAHQ

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#MAHQ update: Updated ship & vehicle profiles for #GundamX, #GundamSEED, #GundamSEEDDESTINY, #GundamSEEDSTARGAZER & #GundamSEEDFREEDOM

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November 23, 2025 at 8:11 PM

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WTK

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Gundam Premiere Night (Double Feature) details via www.emagine-entertainment.com/movies/gunda...

Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans Urdr-Hunt - Path of the Little Challenger + short film: Wedge of Interposition

Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz Special Edition (4K remastered)

November 23, 2025 at 6:48 AM

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Both Deadline and The Hollywood Reporter posted that Noah Centineo is in talks to star in the live-action Gundam film with Sydney Sweeney:

Noah Centineo in Talks to Star in Live-Action Gundam Film

Sydney Sweeney also reported to star in film

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November 23, 2025 at 12:34 AM

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Mark Simmons

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And I'm finally done with my comprehensive update to the First Gundam production history! Took me seven months, but it's literally tripled in length, with lots more source translations and better-quality art. "The next is... in expectation of your heart."
www.gundamunofficial.com/production/f...

Director Yoshiyuki Tomino's storyboards for the ending of the "Gundam III" movie.

Still frames from the ending of the "Gundam III" movie.

November 21, 2025 at 6:21 PM

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Another way to experience the first Gundam VR anime feature!

Gundam: Silver Phantom VR Anime Debuts on PlayStation VR2 on November 21

Anime previously released for Meta Quest headsets in October 2024

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November 21, 2025 at 1:03 AM

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Gundamn! @ MAHQ

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#Gundamn325 New Ep! A double-fisted review of the latest projects set in the #AlienVerse - the 2024 film #AlienRomulus and the 2025 FX series, #AlienEarth"! Join us live on Thurs 11/20 @ 10:15 pm! #MAHQ #Mecha #Anime #Podcast

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November 19, 2025 at 11:39 PM

MAHQ

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#MAHQ update: #GundamSEED #DELTAASTRAY #manga reviews + #mecha profiles:

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November 17, 2025 at 4:18 PM

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The 2nd Gundam Hathaway film has revealed 11 more cast members.

2nd Gundam Hathaway Film Unveils New Cast Members

Hiroshi Shirokuma, Anna Nagase, Ichika Osaki, more join cast of January 30 film

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November 13, 2025 at 11:39 AM

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Super Robot Wars Y ‘DLC #1: Contract from the Darkness’ launches November 20

The Super Robot Wars Y version 1.1.0 update will launch on November 17, followed by the paid "Downloadable Content #1: Contract from the Darkness" on November 20, publisher Bandai Namco and developer Bandai Namco Forge…

Super Robot Wars Y ‘DLC #1: Contract from the Darkness’ launches November 20

The Super Robot Wars Y version 1.1.0 update will launch on November 17, followed by the paid "Downloadable Content #1: Contract from the Darkness" on November 20, publisher Bandai Namco and developer Bandai Namco Forge Digitals announced. Early access for the downloadable content will begin on November 18.

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November 12, 2025 at 1:25 AM

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A Mech A Day

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Today's post is brought to you by @cguanche.bsky.social, co-founder of @mahqdotnet.bsky.social, the Internet's #1 database of mechanical designs! MAHQ has been an invaluable resource for Mech a Day. Plus, they have a rad podcast (@gundamn.bsky.social)! Check 'em out! www.mahq.net/turnagundam/

Verifying…

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November 10, 2025 at 3:24 PM

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Code Geass is getting a new stage musical that will run in January and February.

Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Anime Gets New Stage Musical This Winter

Show runs in Osaka from January 23-25, Tokyo from January 29-February 1

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November 9, 2025 at 5:15 PM

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Gundamn! @ MAHQ

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#Gundamn324 New Ep! Sophie returns to discuss a brief history of the MS-V concept and what makes it so cool and endearing over 40 years later! Join us live on Thurs 11/06 @ 10:15 pm on YouTube.com/@MAHQDotNet! #MAHQ #Mecha #Anime #Podcast #MSV #Gunpla

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November 5, 2025 at 11:20 PM

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Relena Warcraft | 🐤Cookin'🍳

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NEW POST! Here I talk about why the Gelgoog in GQuuuuuuX looks the way it does, and why that's downright awesome.
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#gquuuuuux #gundam

It's Still a Gelgoog, Gundamn it!

It is the year 2025 of the current era, and the new Gundam series called GQuuuuuuX is on the horizon. Upon hearing rumors of this series tak...

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November 3, 2025 at 4:08 PM

MAHQ

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#MAHQ update: @gurr3nl4gaan.bsky.social has a new "Chaos Theater Redux" article highlighting indie games that have had an impact on him.

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#supergiant #hades #balatro #lifeisstrange #neonwhite #cosmicwheelsisterhood #videogames

October 26, 2025 at 6:45 PM

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MAD ANGLER

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Internet Archive (For DDLs):
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Sad Panda Mirror:
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Kunio Okawara's F91 Gundam concept sketch

October 21, 2025 at 6:17 PM

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MAD ANGLER

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As promised, enjoy Kodansha's 1991 F91 Gundam Perfect File! This book has never been digitally released, but it's full of important, rarely seen information on the film's development. To view the archives, visit the links below:

Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's cover for the F91 Perfect File

October 21, 2025 at 6:16 PM

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Scanline Media

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Mechanista in G is extra early this week, as @six.scanlinemedia.com and @lowpolyrobot.bsky.social are examining the USS Enterprise over three episodes and need YOUR feedback!
Video: www.patreon.com/posts/141622...
Podcast: scanlinemedia.com/2025/10/20/m...
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Mechanista in G - NCC-1701 USS Enterprise (Part 1) | Scanline Media

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October 21, 2025 at 5:39 PM

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Scanline Media

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On the latest Mechanista in G, it’s anchors aweigh…or the opposite, as @six.scanlinemedia.com and @lowpolyrobot.bsky.social take an in-depth look at the Anchor from Gundam Crossbone.

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Mechanista in G - Anchor | Scanline Media

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October 17, 2025 at 5:16 PM

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Brainchild129

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The good news: G-Witch is back in print!
The bad news: It's still in the form of those stupid, overpriced, barebones steelbooks.

Mobile Suit Gundam: the Witch from Mercury - Seasons 1 + 2 - Blu-ray Bundle - Steelbook

Mobile Suit Gundam - Mobile Suit Gundam: the Witch from Mercury - Seasons 1 + 2 - Blu-ray Bundle - Steelbook

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October 15, 2025 at 3:40 PM

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Anime Herald

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From Anime to Transformers to Tabletop: How the VF-1 Valkyrie from Macross Became an Icon in 3 Fandoms: Caelyn Ellis explores the history of the Valkyrie VF-1, and how it became an iconic, irreplaceable part of three distinct fandoms.

#macross #transformers #battletech