Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN I: Blue-Eyed Casval review: A moving story that returns to its roots

Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN I: Blue-Eyed Casval review: A moving story that returns to its roots

"Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN I: Blue-eyed Casval": A moving story depicting the origins of the Gundam series

"Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN I: Blue-eyed Casval" is a work depicting the origin of the Gundam series, and was released in theaters on February 28, 2015. This work is based on the manga "Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN" by Yoshikazu Yasuhiko, and is an important episode depicting the beginning of the Gundam series. Below, we will introduce detailed information and reviews of this work, as well as recommended points.

Overview

■ Public Media
theater
■ Original Media
comics
■ Release date
February 28, 2015 - January 1, 0000
■Distribution company
Shochiku
■Frequencies
63 min
■ Number of Episodes
Episode 1
■Original Story
Hajime Yatate, Yoshiyuki Tomino, Yoshikazu Yasuhiko
■ Director
Yoshikazu Yasuhiko
■ Production
・Produced by Sunrise
■Works
© Sotsu, Sunrise

story

Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN I: Blue-Eyed Casval tells the story of Amuro Ray, the protagonist of the Gundam series, before the conflict between the Principality of Zeon and the Earth Federation began. In particular, it focuses on the childhood and adolescence of Casval Rem Deikun, the son of Zeon Zum Deikun, the founder of the Principality of Zeon, and his sister Artesia Som Deikun.

The story begins with Casval and Artesia fleeing with their mother in the chaos just before the Principality of Zeon declares independence from the Earth Federation and war breaks out. They overcome many obstacles to escape from rebel elements within the Principality of Zeon's military, the enemy of the Principality of Zeon. In the process, we see Casval's growth and the changes in his heart that lead to him becoming known as Char Aznable.

character

The main characters of this work are as follows:

  • Casval Rem Deikun : Son of Zeon Zum Deikun, later known as Char Aznable. His growth from childhood to adolescence is depicted. His blue eyes are a symbol of the story.
  • Artesia Som Deikun : Casval's younger sister, who later becomes Sayla Mass. She also grows up on the run with her brother.
  • Zeon Zum Deikun : Founder of the Principality of Zeon and father of Casval and Artesia. His thoughts and actions would later become the cause of the war.
  • Astraea Deikun : Casval and Artesia's mother. Her sacrifice and love help her children escape.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin I: Blue-eyed Casval" has been highly praised as a work depicting the origins of the Gundam series. In particular, the story depicting Casval's growth and the changes in his heart deeply moves viewers. Furthermore, Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's beautiful drawings and meticulous direction have earned high praise not only from Gundam fans, but from anime fans in general.

The appeal of this work lies above all in the character of Casval. His blue eyes are the symbol of the story and represent the inner workings of his heart. Additionally, the brotherly love between Casval and Artesia, and the sacrifice and love of their mother Astraia are also elements that touch the hearts of viewers.

Furthermore, this work is an important episode in the history of the Gundam series, and many plot threads are laid out that lead to later series. In particular, it depicts how the thoughts and actions of Zeon Zum Deikun, the founder of the Principality of Zeon, would later become the cause of war, making it an essential work for understanding the deeper themes of the Gundam series.

Recommended points

Here are some reasons why we recommend "Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN I: Blue-Eyed Casval."

  • Learn about the origins of the Gundam series : This is an important episode that depicts the beginning of the Gundam series, and is a must-see for Gundam fans. In particular, the story of Casval's growth and the changes in his heart are essential to understanding the deeper themes of the Gundam series.
  • Beautiful artwork and detailed direction : Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's beautiful artwork and detailed direction will deeply move the viewer. In particular, scenes depicting Casval's blue eyes, the love between siblings, and the sacrifice and love of a mother will surely touch the hearts of viewers.
  • Foreshadowing that leads to later series : This work contains many hints that lead to later Gundam series. In particular, it depicts how the thoughts and actions of Zeon Zum Deikun, the founder of the Principality of Zeon, would later become the cause of war, making this an important episode in understanding the deeper themes of the Gundam series.

Related Titles

"Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN Ⅰ: Blue-Eyed Casval" is a work produced as part of the Gundam series, and includes the following related works:

  • Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN II: Artesia's Sorrow : A sequel to the story of Casval and Artesia, depicting Artesia's growth and the changes in her heart.
  • Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN III: Dawn Rebellion : This work depicts the uprising of the Principality of Zeon and Casval's growth, and is an important episode in understanding the history of the Gundam series.
  • Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN IV: Eve of Destiny : This work tells the story of how Casval became known as Char Aznable, and is essential to understanding the deeper themes of the Gundam series.
  • Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN V: Clash at Loum : This work depicts the Battle of Loum between the Principality of Zeon and the Earth Federation, and is an important episode in understanding the history of the Gundam series.
  • Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN Ⅵ: Rise of the Red Comet : This is the final chapter in the story of how Casval became known as Char Aznable, and is essential to understanding the deeper themes of the Gundam series.

Conclusion

"Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin I: Blue-Eyed Casval" is a moving story that depicts the origins of the Gundam series, and the story of Casval's growth and the changes in his heart deeply moves viewers. Yoshikazu Yasuhiko's beautiful drawings and meticulous direction have earned high praise not only from Gundam fans, but from anime fans in general. This work is an important episode in the history of the Gundam series, and many plot twists that lead to later series are laid out. It is a must-see for Gundam fans, and an essential work for understanding the deep themes of the Gundam series.

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