The appeal and evaluation of Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 STARDUST MEMORY: A new story of the Universal Century

Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 STARDUST MEMORY

■ Public Media

OVA

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Release date

May 23, 1991

■Release and sales

Bandai Visual

■Frequencies

25 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 13

■Original Story

Original work: Hajime Yatate, Yoshiyuki Tomino

■ Director

Mitsuko Kase and Takashi Imanishi

■ Production

Produced by Sunrise and Bandai

■Works

© Sotsu, Sunrise

■ Story

The year is Universal Century 0083. In front of Kou Uraki, a test pilot at the Earth Federation Forces' Torrington Base, and Nina Purpleton, an engineer at Anaheim Electronics, the Gundam Prototype 2 equipped with a nuclear warhead is seized by Anavel Gato, a remnant of the Zeon forces. Kou, now the pilot of the Gundam Prototype 1, boards the battleship Albion and pursues the Gundam 2. However, awaiting the Albion as they pursue Gato, who has escaped into space, is a new enemy, Cima Garahau, and the rise of the Delaz Fleet.

■Cast

・Kou/Ryo Horikawa・Nina/Rei Sakuma・Gato/Akio Otsuka・Synapse/Nobuo Otsuka・Banning/Masashi Sugawara・Keith/Yoshiharu Yamada・Mora/Kazue Ikura・Cima/Mari Mashiba・Delars・Narrator/Kiyoshi Kobayashi and others

■ Main staff

・Original story by Hajime Yatate and Yoshiyuki Tomino ・Director by Mitsuko Kase and Takashi Imanishi ・Character design by Toshihiro Kawamoto ・Original mobile suit concept by Kunio Okawara ・Mechanical styling by Shoji Kawamori ・Mechanical design by Hajime Katoki, Mika Akitaka (RED), Yasushi Ishizu ・Screenplay by Fuyuji Ito and Tomohide Okuma ・Music by Mitsuo Hagita

■ Main Characters

・Ko Uraki / Male. Place of Birth: Earth. Age: 19. Affiliation/Status: Earth Federation Forces, Second Lieutenant. (Earth Federation Ground Forces, Torrington Base MS Test Squadron Pilot, Australia) (Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet Albion B Platoon MS Pilot, Search and Attack Force) Earth Federation Forces, First Lieutenant (Wartime Rank) (Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet Albion B Platoon MS Pilot, Search and Attack Force) Earth Federation Forces, Second Lieutenant (Earth Federation Ground Forces, Oakley Base MS Evaluation Test Pilot, North America) Pilot of GP01/Fb and GP03. Upon graduating from Nijmegen Military Academy, he was assigned to Torrington Base and became a test pilot. He became a pilot because he loves MS, which gives him the attitude of understanding and controlling his own machine, which can be said to be suitable for piloting a special prototype machine like the Gundam. He doesn't stand out due to his childish dislike of carrots and his easy-going personality, but he excels at instantaneous judgment, insight, and future prediction. He is a late bloomer when it comes to women, but he gets along well with Nina, who has a strong attachment to Gundam, and he gradually becomes attracted to her. He grows as a man and a pilot through the destruction of the GP01, the fight with Kelly, the death of Banning, and the fight with Gato. He is especially close to Gato, as he was present at the scene of the theft of the GP02A. With the death of Banning in battle, he is promoted to lieutenant, a wartime rank that is a captain's privilege. In the fight with Gato, he loses the GP01-Fb in a draw, and even goes so far as to steal the GP03 in an attempt to stop Gato from dropping the colony. After everything was over, he was tried in a military court and sentenced to prison, but the existence of the Gundam development project itself was erased, so the charges were dismissed and he was released and assigned to Oakley Base. Appears in: Episodes 1-13 - Chuck Keith / Male. Place of Origin: Earth. Age: 20. Affiliation/Status: Earth Federation Forces, Second Lieutenant (Earth Federation Ground Forces, Australian-area Torrington Base MS Test Squadron Pilot) (Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet Search and Attack Force Albion B Platoon MS Pilot) (Earth Federation Ground Forces, North America-area Oakley Base MS Evaluation Test Pilot) Kou's best friend since Nijmegen Military Academy. In Albion, he pilots a GM Cannon II. He was a test pilot at Torrington Base, but volunteered to join Albion's MS unit to accompany Kou. In contrast to Kou, he has an active personality, and at first he was after Nina, but when he saw that there was no hope, he switched to a Mora. Although his skills as a pilot are average, he was a good support for Kou both in public and private. After the conflict with the Delaz Fleet ended, he became a test pilot at Oakley Base in North America. Appears in: Episodes 1-13 - South Banning / Male. Age: 39. Affiliation/position: Earth Federation Forces (Earth Federation Space Forces, MS Pilot Captain of the "Immortal 4th Platoon") Earth Federation Forces, Captain → (Earth Federation Ground Forces, Torrington Base MS Test Squadron Captain, Australia) → (Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet, Albion MS Squadron Captain) He is like a father to the young pilots, Kou and others, and a great role model. During the One Year War, he commanded the "Immortal 4th Platoon" as a lieutenant, and was trusted by his subordinates. He was a pilot commander in the MS test unit at Torrington Base, but was asked by Synapse to look after the Albion pilots when they tried to recapture the GP02A. He is an excellent pilot who fights on the front lines in a GM Custom, but he is feeling his physical decline. He has a wife, Sylvia, who lives separately on Earth, but it seems he has girlfriends in various places. He obtains the plan for Operation Stardust from Musai of the sunk Cima fleet and approaches the whole picture, but the damage he received during the battle causes his GM Custom to explode. He disappears into space along with the plan. Episodes he appears in: Episodes 1-8, Aper Synapse, male. Age: 45. Affiliation/position: Earth Federation Forces, Colonel (Captain of Albion, a reconnaissance and attack force belonging to the Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet). Captain of the assault landing ship Albion. A calm and collected veteran soldier, he can be a little short-tempered. When he called at Torrington Base to test two Gundams under gravity and to receive a nuclear warhead for the GP02A, the GP02A is stolen by the Delaz Fleet. He is then tasked with recapturing it, but due to the Delaz Fleet's carefully prepared plan and the lack of sufficient support from the Federation Forces, he allows a nuclear attack on Compeitou. He even saw through the nuclear attack as a decoy, and tried to receive GP03 at La Vie en Rose to recover his fighting power after losing GP01Fb, which led to a conflict with Major Nakato. His subsequent actions were all on his own initiative. He was court-martialed for this, and with no one to defend his cause after Cowen was gone, he was sentenced to death. Episodes he appears in: Episodes 1-13, Alpha A. Veit, male. Age: 28 years old. Affiliation and status: Earth Federation Forces (Earth Federation Space Forces, MS pilot of the so-called "Immortal 4th Platoon") → Earth Federation Forces, lieutenant → captain (wartime rank) → lieutenant (Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet, search and attack force, Albion A Platoon, MS pilot captain) → Earth Federation Forces (Titans flagship Al Giza MS pilot) Character profile Pilot of the GM Custom. During the One Year War, he was in the "Immortal 4th Platoon" under Banning's command. He came to Torrington Base as a replacement pilot for the Albion. He is also quick to fight. After Banning's death, he was promoted to captain, a wartime rank reserved for captains. He took the position of squadron leader. After the conflict with the Delaz Fleet, he was assigned to the newly established Titans. Appears in: Episodes 3-13 Bernardo Moncia/Male. Age: 28. Affiliation/Status: Earth Federation Forces (Earth Federation Space Forces, MS pilot of the so-called "Immortal 4th Platoon") → Earth Federation Forces, First Lieutenant (Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet, Reconnaissance and Attack Force, Albion MS Company, Platoon Leader A) → Earth Federation Forces (Titans, Flagship Al Giza MS Pilot) A pilot of the GM Custom dispatched as a reinforcement for the Albion. Like Bait and others, he was a member of the "Immortal 4th Platoon". During the One Year War, he apparently also participated in hand-to-hand combat at A Baoa Qu. He flirts with any woman he sees, and is yelled at by Mora. He competes with Kou for the GP01 pilot position and Nina, but is completely defeated because he underestimates Kou's skills. After the battle with the Delaz Fleet, he was transferred to the Titans. Episodes he appears in: Episodes 3-13, Chap Adel, male. Age: 24. Affiliation and status: Earth Federation Forces (Earth Federation Space Forces, MS pilot of the "Immortal 4th Platoon") Earth Federation Forces, Second Lieutenant (Earth Federation Space Forces, MS pilot of the Albion A Platoon, search and attack force of the Third Earth Orbital Fleet) Earth Federation Forces (Titans flagship Al Giza MS pilot) A replacement pilot for the Albion, piloting a GM Cannon II. Mexican descent. During the One Year War, he was Banning's subordinate, and had been a partner with Bait and Moncia since then. Compared to the other two, he has a more gentle personality. After the battle with the Delaz Fleet, he was transferred to the Titans. Appears in: Episodes 3-13 - Ivan Pasarov / Male. Age: 35. Affiliation/Position: Earth Federation Forces - Captain (Helmsman of the Albion, a reconnaissance and attack force belonging to the Earth Federation Space Forces' Third Earth Orbital Fleet) → Earth Federation Forces (Helmsman of the Titans' flagship Al-Giza) Helmsman of the Albion. Reads paperback books in his free time. Can tolerate alcohol well. After the conflict with the Delaz Fleet, he was assigned to the Titans' battleship Al-Giza. Appears in: Episodes 1-13 - Dick Allen / Male. Affiliation/Position: Earth Federation Forces - Lieutenant (Earth Federation Ground Forces - MS Test Squadron Pilot, Torrington Base, Australia) A test pilot at Torrington Base, piloting a Powered GM. He attempts a surprise attack on a Komusai he discovers while pursuing a GP02A, but is hit in the cockpit by a bazooka from Adamski's Dom Tropen and is killed in battle. Appears in episodes 1-2 - Laban Kirks/male. Affiliation/position: Earth Federation Forces, Second Lieutenant (Earth Federation Ground Forces, Torrington Base MS Test Squadron Pilot, Australia Region) A man wearing a bandana who was a Zaku test pilot at Torrington Base. When the Delaz Fleet attacked the base, he went to intercept them in a Zaku II F2, but was cut in half along with the cockpit by Gary's Dom. Appears in episode 1 - Hawkins Marnelli/male. Affiliation/position: Earth Federation Forces, Brigadier General (Earth Federation Ground Forces, Torrington Base Commander, Australia Region) Commander of Torrington Base, who managed the nuclear warheads for the GP02A. During the Delaz Fleet's attack on the base, he was blown away along with his headquarters by a Zamel artillery shell and died. Appears in episodes 1-2 - Bicock/male. Affiliation/position: Earth Federation Forces, Technical Captain (Earth Federation Ground Forces, Torrington Base, Australia, MS Test Squadron Testing) He was monitoring the tests of the Powered GM, and told Banning that there was a lack of operational data at the maximum thrust of the additional jets. Episodes Appeared: Episode 1, William Morris, male. Affiliation/position: Earth Federation Forces, Second Lieutenant (Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet, Reconnaissance Attack Force Albion, radio operator) → Earth Federation Forces (Titans, flagship Al-Giza, radio operator) Albion's radio operator. A quiet man. Episodes Appeared: Episodes 1-13, Jacqueline Simon, female. Affiliation/position: Earth Federation Forces, Sergeant (Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet, Reconnaissance Attack Force Albion, left operator) Earth Federation Forces (Titans, flagship Al-Giza, left operator) A female bridge operator in charge of the port side of the Albion. She has a light-hearted personality, and is an odd couple with Scott. She has a bad drinking habit. After the conflict with the Delaz Fleet, he was assigned to the Titans' battleship Al-Giza. Episodes: 1-13, Peter Scott, male. Affiliation and status: Earth Federation Forces, Sergeant (Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet, Reconnaissance and Attack Force Albion Light Operator) Earth Federation Forces (Titans' flagship Al-Giza Light Operator) Starboard bridge operator of Albion. Simon often teases him because of his earnest personality. Whenever he has free time, he spends all his time calculating with a calculator. After the conflict with the Delaz Fleet, he was assigned to the Titans' battleship Al-Giza. Episodes: 1-13, Akram Khalida, male. Affiliation and status: Earth Federation Forces, Lieutenant (Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet, Reconnaissance and Attack Force Albion Navigator) → Earth Federation Forces (Titans' flagship Al-Giza, Navigator) Albion's navigator. In charge of navigation calculations. After the conflict with the Delaz Fleet, she was assigned to the Titans' battleship Al Giza. Episodes: 1-13, Mora Basit, female. Age: 26. Affiliation/status: Earth Federation Forces, lieutenant (Earth Federation Space Forces, Third Earth Orbital Fleet, search and attack force, Albion MS maintenance squad squad leader) → (Earth Federation Ground Forces, Oakley Base MS maintenance squad member, North America area) A female mechanic who is in charge of all Albion's MS. As both women, she is on good terms with Nina. She is constantly clashing with Moncia, who teases her female subordinates. She is a big, sisterly woman with a strong physique, strong enough to throw bait away, but she is by no means a rough woman, as can be seen from her attitude towards her date Keith and her constant concern for Nina, who is the only civilian on board the ship. After the battle with the Delaz Fleet, she was assigned to Oakley Base. Episodes Appeared: Episodes 1-13. Basque Om / Male. Place of Birth: Earth. Age: 33. Affiliation/Status: Earth Federation Forces, Colonel (Earth Federation Space Forces, Acting Commander of the First Earth Orbital Fleet) → Acting Commander of the First Orbital Fleet of the Earth Federation Forces (Supreme Commander of the Titans). Deployed the Solar System II to try to destroy the colony that was falling to Earth, but failed. For personal reasons unbecoming of a military man, he ignored his adjutant's protests and once again unleashed the Solar System II on the Delaz Fleet along with the allied fleet. After the battle, he became the commander of the newly formed Titans. Episodes Appeared: Episodes 5, 12-13

■Subtitle

Episode 1: The Gundam HeistEpisode 2: The Endless PursuitEpisode 3: Albion's DepartureEpisode 4: The Battle of the Burning DesertEpisode 5: Gundam, Into the Sea of ​​StarsEpisode 6: Von Braun's WarriorEpisode 7: With a Shining Blue FlameEpisode 8: The Space Zone of SchemesEpisode 9: Solomon's NightmareEpisode 10: The Battlefield of ClashEpisode 11: La Vie en RoseEpisode 12: The Assault, the Limit of DeterrenceEpisode 13: The Storm that Runs Through

■ Related works

・[MVA] 92.08.29 Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Afterglow of Zeon

■ Theme songs and music

・OP1
・"THE WINNER"
Lyrics: Yoshihiko Ando; Composition: Takashi Toshimi; Arrangement: Mitsuo Hagita, Takashi Toshimi; Singer: Miki Matsubara (Victor Music Industries)
・OP2
・"MEN OF DESTINY"
Lyrics by Yoshihiko Ando, ​​Music by Miki Matsubara, Arrangement by Mitsuo Hagita, Singer by MIO (Victor Music Industries)
・ED1
・"MAGIC"
Lyrics, composition, and vocals: JACOB WHEELER (Victor Music Industries)
・Arrangement/Kenzo Shikuma・ED2
・"Evergreen"
Lyrics by Arisu Sato, Music by Kisaburo Suzuki, Arrangement by Mitsuo Hagita, Singer by MIO (Victor Music Industries)

Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 STARDUST MEMORY Review and Recommendation

"Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory" is one of the most notable works in the Gundam series, and its appeal is packed with depth of story, character development, and spectacular battle scenes. The work is set in the year 0083 of the Universal Century and depicts the battle between the Earth Federation Forces and the remnants of the Zeon forces. In particular, the series of events that begins with the theft of the Gundam Prototype Unit 2 shows powerful storytelling that draws the viewer in.

At the center of the story is Kou Uraki, a young test pilot who has just graduated from Nijmegen Military Academy. His growth is a major attraction of the series, and while fighting as the pilot of the Gundam Prototype 1, he faces many challenges, but is shown growing as a man and as a pilot. In particular, the fate between him and Anavel Gato heightens the tension throughout the series, leaving a strong impression on viewers. Kou's character is one of the most human characters in the Gundam series, and his story of growth has resonated with many fans.

Also, don't miss his relationship with Nina Purpleton. She is an engineer at Anaheim Electronics, and is involved in the development of the Gundam Prototype 2. Kou and Nina's relationship depicts friendship and love on the battlefield, adding depth to the work. Nina's character combines the professionalism of an engineer with the fragility of a human being, and her presence further enhances Kou's growth.

Another attraction of this work is the quality of the mechanical design. The designs of the Gundam Prototype Unit 1 (GP01), Prototype Unit 2 (GP02A), and Prototype Unit 3 (GP03) are particularly highly regarded among the Gundam series. In particular, the design of the GP02A equipped with a nuclear warhead creates a visual impact and heightens the tension of the story. The participation of famous designers such as Shoji Kawamori and Hajime Katoki also guarantees the quality of the work.

The battle scenes are also not to be missed. In particular, the battle between the GP01 and GP02A combines visual beauty with strategic depth. Directors Mitsuko Kase and Takashi Imanishi have paid particular attention to the direction of the battle scenes, conveying a realistic sense of tension on the battlefield to the viewers. Music is also an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the work, and Mitsuo Hagita's music further enhances the tension of the battle scenes. The opening themes "THE WINNER" and "MEN OF DESTINY", and the ending themes "MAGIC" and "Evergreen" are wonderful pieces that symbolize the theme of the work.

Not only the character development, but the overall theme of the work is profound. "Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory" depicts the misery of war and human dignity. In particular, the rise of the Delaz Fleet and its aftermath symbolize the meaninglessness of war and the foolishness of humans. In addition, political elements such as the corruption within the Earth Federation Forces and the establishment of the Titans are also depicted, providing viewers with deep insight.

This work is highly recommended not only for fans of the Gundam series, but also for anyone interested in anime and science fiction. It is especially a must-see for fans of real robot anime. The depth of the story, the growth of the characters, and the spectacular battle scenes leave a strong impression on viewers, making them want to watch it again and again. In addition, the high-quality visuals and music that take advantage of the OVA format also enhance the appeal of the work.

"Mobile Suit Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory" is one of the most highly acclaimed works in the Gundam series, and it's easy to see why. The depth of the story, the character development, and the spectacular battle scenes leave a strong impression on viewers, making them want to watch it again and again. We encourage you to pick up this work and experience its charm for yourself.