GAT-X105 Strike Gundam
- The Mobile Suit
This is another Gundam that can handle almost every combat situation because it can switch between three different Backpack configurations. Whether it is for space combat (Aile), ground warfare (Launcher), or close-range melee combat (Sword), this Gundam can adapt to all situations. It is considered one of the most versatile and efficient Gundams thanks to its highly flexible combat system.
- Weapons
- “Igelstellung” 75mm Automatic Multi-barrel CIWS (mounted on the head)
- “Armor Schneider” Combat Knife
- 57mm High-energy Beam Rifle
- Bazooka (optional weapon)
- Shield
- XM404 “Grand Slam” Anti-Ship Sword
- MMI-M100 190mm Anti-aircraft Shotgun
- Saber for Mock Battle
- Phase Shift Armor
- Weapons mounted on the Striker Packs (Aile + Launcher + Sword)
- Aile Backpack
- Beam Sabers (2 sabers mounted on the back of the Backpack)
- Launcher Backpack
- “Agni” 320mm Hyper Impulse Cannon
- Combo Weapons Pod
- Sword Backpack
- “Schwert Gewehr” 15.78m Anti-ship Sword
- “Panzer Eisen” Rocket Anchor
- “Midas Messer” Beam Boomerang
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
Advantages
- This Gundam can turn disadvantageous situations into advantageous ones thanks to its wide variety of weapon configurations and combat styles.
Disadvantages
- Changing the Striker Pack can sometimes take time. If enemy Mobile Suits interfere during the Backpack exchange process, the Gundam may be placed in a dangerous situation.
ZGMF-X10A Freedom Gundam
- The Mobile Suit
Freedom Gundam is a Gundam that can overcome almost any difficult battlefield situation. No matter how intense the battle becomes, this mobile suit can break through with overwhelming firepower. Its signature attack, commonly known by fans as Full Burst, unleashes every beam weapon mounted on the suit toward multiple enemy targets at once. This attack is powerful enough to wipe out large enemy forces in a single strike.
(For freedom, let the war come to an end — Freedom!)
- Weapons
- MMI-GAU2 “Picus” 76mm CIWS (mounted on the head)
- M100 “Balaena” Plasma Beam Cannon (mounted on the backpack)
- MA-M01 “Lacerta” Beam Saber (three sabers in total: one mounted on the arm and two on the waist)
- MMI-M15 “Xiphias” Railgun
- MA-M20 “Lupus” Beam Rifle
- Laminated Anti-Beam Shield
- (Additional Equipment & Systems)
- High Mobility Aerial Tactics (HiMAT) Mode
- Multi Lock-on System
- Full Burst Mode
- Neutron Jammer Canceller
- Phase Shift Armor
- METEOR Unit
- Generation Unsubdued Nuclear Drive Assault Module Complex
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
Advantages
- One of the most legendary and memorable Gundams ever created, especially because of its iconic design and battle scenes.
- An extremely powerful Gundam that can be considered one of the ultimate weapons capable of ending wars.
Disadvantages
- None.
GAT-X105E Strike Noir Gundam
- The Mobile Suit
This is another Gundam that already has an intimidating and outstanding presence of its own. This Gundam is designed entirely in black (due to the installation of the Noir Backpack, which changes the Mobile Suit’s original white color scheme into an all-black appearance). The Noir Backpack is also equipped with dual swords and twin railguns, making it fully combat-ready. Because of this, this Gundam has become one of the most iconic and memorable Mobile Suits among Gundam fans.
- Weapons
- M2M5 “Todesschrecken” 12.5mm Automatic CIWS (mounted on the head)
- M8F-SB1 Beam Rifle Shorty (2 units mounted on the waist)
- MR-Q10 “Fragarach 3” Beam Blade (2 units equipped with the Strike Noir Backpack)
- MAU-M3E4 Twin Linear Gun (2 units equipped with the Strike Noir Backpack)
- 57mm High-Energy Beam Rifle w/ 175mm Grenade Launcher (2 separate rifles)
- Power Extender
- Variable Phase Shift Armor
- EQS1358 & EQS1358T Rocket Anchor
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
- Advantages
- This Gundam is another Mobile Suit capable of easily changing the tide of battle in many combat situations. Both its weaponry and overall performance are powerful enough to heavily damage multiple enemy Mobile Suits at once.
- Disadvantages
- None.
GSX-401FW Stargazer Gundam
- The Mobile Suit
Stargazer Gundam is a Gundam equipped with unique technology that sets it apart from ordinary Gundams. The most distinctive feature of this Mobile Suit is the ring-shaped unit mounted on its backpack. This technology is known as the “Voiture Lumiere” Propulsion System. When activated, this system allows the Mobile Suit to move at extremely high speeds. In other words, it is a special technology designed to maximize the performance and potential of this Gundam. It could even be described as the Mobile Suit’s “awakening power.”
- Weapons
- KMS71/J Beam Pistol
- A.I.
- Nanomachine Repair System
- “Voiture Lumiere” Propulsion System
- Operating System (Guider UNmanned Deployment Autonomic Manipulation)
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
- Advantages
- The “Voiture Lumiere” Propulsion System is one of the key systems that gives this Gundam a major advantage in combat, especially against enemy Mobile Suits that lack special enhancement technologies or advanced support systems.
- Disadvantages
(Depending on personal opinion) This Gundam was still considered an experimental prototype before being deployed into actual combat. Because of this, both its systems and weaponry were still in the testing phase, meaning that certain flaws and operational limitations were inevitable during real combat situations.
GAT-02L2 Dagger L
- The Mobile Suit
The Dagger L is a Mobile Suit that was developed as an upgraded version of the original Dagger. One of its most notable features is how closely it resembles the Strike Gundam in terms of combat versatility. Even though it is only a mass-produced Mobile Suit, it is capable of using multiple interchangeable backpacks through the Striker Pack System. Because of this, the unit can adapt to many different combat situations with remarkable flexibility. Another major highlight of the Dagger L is the sheer variety of backpacks created for it, to the point where its equipment options almost rival those of a Gundam.
- Weapons
- M703K Beam Carbine (Beam Rifle)
- M2M5 “Todesschrecken” 12.5mm Automatic CIWS
(Head-mounted machine guns) - ES04B Beam Saber
(Two beam sabers mounted on the waist) - Mk315 “Stiletto” Rocket-Propelled Anti-Armor Penetrator
- Shield
- Mk39 Low-Recoil Cannon (Bazooka)
- Striker Pack System (Optional Backpack Equipment)
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
- Advantages
- A Mobile Suit that some people believe has development potential greater than certain Gundams.
- An upgraded mass-production Mobile Suit with greatly improved combat performance in many areas, especially through its Backpack System and its versatile weapon loadouts for dealing with enemy units.
- Disadvantages
- None.
GAT-04 Windam
- The Mobile Suit
This Mobile Suit was developed as an upgraded version of the Dagger L. After receiving several improvements, this unit gained many impressive features. One of the most eye-catching upgrades is undoubtedly the Backpack, which was enhanced with weapons similar to those mounted on fighter aircraft wings, such as missiles and other heavy ordnance.
Another notable improvement is its upgraded Beam Rifle, which offers better combat performance than previous models. In addition, the suit is equipped with two Beam Sabers mounted on both sides of the waist. Overall, this upgraded model has far surpassed the image of being just an ordinary “mass-produced” Mobile Suit. It is genuinely a highly capable machine.
- Weapons
- M2M5 “Todesschrecken” 12.5mm Automatic CIWS (mounted on the head)
- ES04B Beam Saber (3 units total: 1 handheld and 2 mounted on the waist)
- Mk315 “Stiletto” Rocket-Propelled Anti-Armor Penetrator
- M9409L Beam Rifle
- A52 Offensive Shield Type E
- Mk438/B Dual Multipurpose Missile “Würger” SA10
- Striker Pack System
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
Advantages
- An upgraded model that is far from weak and performs excellently in almost every combat situation.
- Fully armed and combat-ready. With further development, it could potentially become a Mobile Suit capable of surpassing even Gundam-type units.
- One of the Mobile Suits equipped with highly dangerous weaponry, especially the Backpack system loaded with missiles and heavy ordnance similar to those used by fighter aircraft.
Disadvantages
- None.
GAT-01A2R 105 Slaughter Dagger
- The Mobile Suit
This Mobile Suit is another upgraded unit developed from the Dagger series and, like its predecessors, was based on the Strike Gundam. It features several notable improvements, such as its color scheme being changed from the original white and blue to an all-black design. In addition, it comes equipped with a Striker Backpack before deployment, allowing it to enter combat fully prepared. It can also be considered one of the few mass-produced Mobile Suits capable of fighting a Gundam on relatively equal terms.
- Weapons
- “Igelstellung II” 40mm Multi-Barrel CIWS (mounted on the head)
- ES01 Beam Sabers (two units mounted on the Striker Backpack)
- 12.5mm Anti-Infantry Gun
- MX703G Beam Rifle
- Shield
- Striker Pack System
- Laminated Armor
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
Advantages
- It can be regarded as an upgraded Mobile Suit specifically designed to contend with Gundam-class units.
- Since it was developed using the Gundam as its design foundation, its operation methods and weapon systems are very similar to those of a Gundam.
- As a result, it naturally inherits many of the advantages and characteristics commonly associated with Gundam units.
- It also stands out for its excellent structural design and production quality, making it a highly impressive Mobile Suit.
Disadvantages
- None
AMA-953 BABI
- The Mobile Suit
The BABI is a Mobile Suit capable of transforming into an aircraft, or what is essentially a combat fighter. This demonstrates how Mobile Suit technology in the Cosmic Era has advanced significantly. It is a machine with excellent engineering and design, capable of operating effectively in both aerial and ground combat environments. Its development can truly be considered a major technological leap forward.
- Weapons
- MGX-2237 “Ardor” Multi-Phase Beam Cannon (mounted on the chest)
- QFJ91 12-barrel Missile Launcher (mounted on the backpack wings)
- MMI-GAU2436 22.5mm 4-barrel Machine Gun (mounted on the backpack wings)
- MA-M343 Beam Rifle
- MMI-M182 Aerial Gun-launcher
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
Advantages
- A Mobile Suit equipped to engage and eliminate enemies in both ground and aerial combat.
- Functions like a transformable fighter aircraft while carrying a considerable amount of built-in weaponry.
- A Mobile Suit with strong potential for future upgrades and development. In the near future, it may even gain the capability to rival or destroy Gundams.
Disadvantages
- None.
AMF-101 DINN
- Mobile Suit
The DINN is a highly capable aerial combat Mobile Suit with excellent flight performance. It can maximize the effectiveness of both its weaponry and its aerial mobility, giving it a significant advantage in air-to-air and air-to-ground combat situations. As a result, it is often regarded as one of the more effective aerial Mobile Suits of the early Cosmic Era (depending on individual opinions).
- Weapons
- 6-tube Multipurpose Launchers (mounted on both sides of the chest)
- MMI-M7S 76mm Heavy Assault Machine Gun
- MMI-M100 190mm Anti-Aircraft Shotgun
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
Advantages
- An excellent Mobile Suit designed specifically for aerial combat.
- One of the fastest airborne Mobile Suits during the early stages of the Cosmic Era.
Disadvantages
- Despite its considerable advantage in the air, it can still be destroyed by enemy Mobile Suits operating on the ground if they possess superior weaponry or sufficient anti-air capabilities.
GAT-X303AA Rosso Aegis Gundam
- Mobile Suit
This Gundam is a modified and upgraded version of its predecessor, the GAT-X303 Aegis Gundam. It has been enhanced with the ability to transform into three different operational modes: MS Mode, MA Cruise Mode, and MA Attack Mode. The effectiveness of each mode largely depends on the pilot’s skill and ability to fully utilize the machine’s capabilities.
In addition, this Gundam is capable of extremely high-speed movement and maneuverability, living up to its codename “AA” (Advanced Acceleration).
- Weapons
- Beam Sabers (a total of four units mounted on both arms and both legs)
- 60mm High-Energy Beam Rifle
- “Scylla” 580mm Multi-Phase Beam Cannon (usable in MA Attack Mode; mounted on the rear wing binders)
- Magnetic Field Generator (a system that enhances the output and destructive power of the Beam Cannon, similar to the technology used by the GAT-X252 Forbidden Gundam)
- Variable Phase Shift Armor (an advanced armor system that significantly increases the unit’s durability and defensive capabilities)
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
Advantages
- A heavily upgraded machine whose performance has increased dramatically compared to its predecessor.
- Represents a remarkable technological leap, showcasing cutting-edge advancements that far surpass conventional Mobile Suit development.
- Enemy pilots and opposing Mobile Suits must be prepared to face an entirely new level of technology and combat capability.
Disadvantages
- None.
ZGMF-YX21R Proto-Saviour
- Mobile Suit
This unit is the prototype predecessor of the ZGMF-X23S Saviour Gundam. Its most notable feature is its ability to transform from a Mobile Suit into a high-performance combat aircraft. It is also regarded as one of the finest aerial-combat Gundams in the Gundam SEED universe.
The prototype unit features a distinctive black-and-white color scheme, whereas the production-model Saviour Gundam is painted in a dark red color throughout the entire machine.
- Weapons
- MMI-GAU25A 20mm CIWS (mounted in the Gundam’s head)
- M106 “Amfortas” Plasma Beam Cannon (mounted on the backpack)
- MA-7B “Super Fortis” Beam Cannon (mounted above the Amfortas Plasma Beam Cannon)
- MA-BAR70 High-Energy Beam Rifle
- MA-MA941 “Vajra” Beam Sabers (mounted on both shoulders)
- MMI-GAU2 “Picus” 76mm Machine Guns (used in Mobile Armor Mode and mounted near the head section)
- MMI-RD11 Aerodynamic Shield
- Deuterion Beam Energy Transfer System (an onboard energy replenishment system that restores the Gundam’s power supply)
- Quantum Computer Virus Transmission System (a hacking system capable of infiltrating and disrupting enemy computer systems)
- Variable Phase Shift Armor (an advanced armor system that greatly enhances the Gundam’s durability)
- Power Extender (a system that improves overall performance stability and energy efficiency)
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
Advantages
- An exceptionally well-designed prototype unit that demonstrates outstanding Gundam performance.
- Aerial combat is virtually effortless for this machine, making it highly effective in the skies.
- As a prototype, it showcases the immense potential of future Gundam development and serves as a foundation for even more advanced successor units.
Disadvantages
- None.
ZGMF-23S Saviour Gundam
- Mobile Suit
The Saviour Gundam is a Gundam designed for both ground and aerial combat. In addition to its versatility, it can also transform into a high-speed Mobile Armor (MA) Mode, allowing it to excel in hit-and-run tactics and high-mobility engagements.
One of the unit’s most distinctive features is its powerful array of beam weaponry, including beam cannons and beam sabers. This makes the Saviour Gundam both a formidable and intimidating combat machine. Its combination of speed, firepower, and transformable capabilities makes it one of the most impressive Gundams of its era.
From a reviewer’s perspective, the Saviour Gundam is an exceptionally stylish machine. Its dark red color scheme, powerful weapon systems, and remarkable performance make it difficult not to admire. It is also a Second Stage Series Gundam, developed from the earlier Proto-Saviour Gundam, representing a significant step forward in Mobile Suit technology.
- Weapons
- MMI-GAU25A 20mm CIWS (mounted in the head; usable only in MS Mode)
- M106 “Amfortas” Plasma Beam Cannon (mounted on the backpack)
- MMI-GAU2 “Picus” 76mm Machine Gun (usable only in MA Mode)
- MA-7B “Super Fortis” Beam Cannon (mounted above the Plasma Beam Cannon; usable in both MS and MA Modes)
- MA-M941 “Vajra” Beam Sabers (mounted on both shoulders)
- MA-BAR70 High-Energy Beam Rifle
- MMI-RD11 Aerodynamic Shield
- Deuterion Beam Energy Transfer System (an energy replenishment system that restores the unit’s power supply)
- Operating System (the unit’s combat control and management system)
- Variable Phase Shift Armor (an advanced armor system that significantly increases durability)
- Power Extender (a system that enhances overall performance and operational efficiency)
- Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
Advantages
- A highly capable Gundam equipped with outstanding weapons and combat potential.
- Can transform into a combat aircraft, allowing for lightning-fast movement and superior mobility.
- Its most iconic feature is undoubtedly the powerful beam weaponry mounted on its backpack, which provides exceptional long-range firepower.
Disadvantages
- None.
LV-ZGMF-X23S Vent Saviour Gundam
- The Mobile Suit
The Vent Saviour Gundam is considered the second stage development Gundam, following the Photo-Saviour Gundam (although this model didn’t appear in the anime, it did in the manga, Gundam Seed vs. Astray). It has several notable features. First, its white color scheme with green and blue accents. Originally equipped with only a Plasma Cannon backpack, it can now also utilize other Striker Packs (additional weapon backpacks, such as large claw-like devices for absorbing external energy, also known as Harpoons). Another interesting feature of this Gundam is… A third mode has been added to this Gundam, in addition to the previous two modes: MS and MA. This mode is Fatum Mode (FM), which is based on the beam firing design of the Justice Gundam (ZGMF-X19A). This allows the mobile suit to fire its beam at its maximum potential (resulting in an extremely powerful and destructive Gundam).
- Weapons
- MMI-GAU25A 20mm CIWS (mounted on the head)
- MMI-GAU25A 20mm CIWS (mounted on both shoulders)
- MA-BAR70 High-energy Beam Rifle
- MMI-GAU2 “Picus” Machine Gun (mounted on the backpack)
- M106 “Amfortas” Plasma Beam Cannon
- MA-7B “Super Fortis” Beam Cannon
- MMI-RD11 Aerodynamic Shield
- “Maga no Ikutachi” Energy Absorption Claw
- “Magashira no Hoko” Harpoon
- Variable Phase Shift armor
- Striker Pack System
- Fatum Mode
Advantages and Disadvantages of the Mobile Suit
Advantages
- A powerful and highly capable upgraded Gundam model, especially its high-energy laser beam.
- This is a fusion of technology from previous models, resulting in the ultimate mobile suit (the ultimate in performance).
Disadvantages
- None
