Gundam Thoroughbred
Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: Space, to The End of a Flash (機動戦士ガンダム外伝 宇宙、閃光の果てに…, Kidō Senshi Gandamu Gaiden: Sora, Senkou no Hate ni...?) is a Gundam sidestory set within the Universal Century timeline. It appears in the PlayStation 2 game Mobile Suit Gundam: Encounters in Space as "Thoroughbred Mode," and received a three-volume manga adaptation written by Tomohiro Chiba and illustrated by Masato Natsumoto. It also received a novelization, which was released to coincide with Encounters in Space.
Plot
The story revolves around a second Pegasus class ship named Thoroughbred and its crew. Tasked to intercept a Zeon supply route behind the Moon that leads to Space Fortress Solomon in preparation for "Operation Star One". To accomplish this, the Thoroughbred has been given two Gundams piloted by ace pilots Ford Romfellow and veteran Luce Kessel.
In Encounters in Space, the player's success (or lack thereof) in some missions alters the course of the story.
Characters
Earth Federation Forces
- Ford Romfellow
- An Earth Federation pilot, Ford is assigned to the Thoroughbred with the RX-78-5 Gundam "G05", one of the Federation's testbed Gundams. He is very professional, primarily focused on operational details, but also has a playful side; however, in battle, he frequently becomes excited. It is unknown if he remained with the Thoroughbred during U.C. 0083. Ford reappears with the Federation during the Gryps Conflict, part of the elite Titans taskforce led by Bask Om. He disapproves of their methods, believing they cause more conflict. Ford Romfellow is voiced by Yuji Ueda.
- Luce Kassel
- A veteran of Loum, Luce is assigned to the Thoroughbred with the RX-78-4 Gundam "G04," another testbed Gundam of the Federation. Luce is supportive of his teammates, frequently encouraging them to do their best in battle and at their jobs. Luce acts as a mentor to Ford during the events of the manga until his death. In his final battle, Luce is forced to use an experimental beam rifle for his Gundam (the RX-78-4) to destroy a Zeon fleet approaching Earth. Although successful, his Gundam overheats, and the left side of the cockpit explodes. Luce is brought back aboard the Thoroughbred but succumbs to his injuries. Luce Kassel is voiced by Masutani Yasunori.
- Miyu Takizawa
The attractive operator of the Thoroughbred, she is in charge of both Gundams and their pilots. She often argues with Ford when he teases her. She cares about Ford more than she shows, however.
- Miyu Takizawa is voiced by Yumiko Shaku.
- Annie Brevig
- A mechanic on the Thoroughbred, Annie is responsible for the condition of both Gundams and three Guncannons aboard the Thoroughbred. Originally part of a mobile suit corporation, she is conscripted by the Federation for her role on the Thoroughbred. She first appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam: Lost War Chronicles. Annie Brevig is voiced by Nana Nagayama.
- Lombard Dunst
- Captain of the Thoroughbred, Lombard is a veteran of Loum. He is deeply affected by a friendly fire incident that killed his son, for which he bears direct responsibility. Lombard Dunst is voiced by Osamu Univ.
Principality of Zeon
- Sanguie Mallet
- A Zeon ace pilot, captain of the special squadron anchored to Granada. He pilots the Pezun Asteroid's MS-11 Act Zaku, often displaying unwavering confidence in his abilities. He becomes obsessed with destroying the Thoroughbred and develops a rivalry with the RX-78-4 and its pilot, Luce Kassel. After Luce's death, Sanguie begins fighting Ford (pilot of the RX-78-5). In their final battle, Ford finds an opening in his attack and pierces Sanguie's cockpit with a beam saber, instantly killing him. Sanguie Mallet is voiced by Takashi Ra Sasanuma.
- Carlisle Yuiman
- An experienced Zeon pilot, he pilots a Rick Dom II into combat. Part of the special squadron anchored at Granada, he was a teacher of Sanguie at the academy. After Sanguie's death, he joins the Zeon remnants.
- Lilia Flaubert
- The youngest pilot in Sanguie's squadron, she pilots a Rick Dom II. Lilia has a timid personality, which allows her to easily follow Sanguie's will. She believes in Sanguie's ideals, leading her to join the Zeon Remnants after the war. Lilia's character design is based on one of the customizable Zeon pilots available in Encounters in Space's "Mission Mode." Voiced by Kae Araki
- Piper Gyusuta
- Another experienced Zeon pilot, pilots a Rick Dom II. He takes his role somewhat lightly, much to the chagrin of his wingmates. He joins the Zeon Remnant with Lilia and Yuiman. Voiced by Jun Fukushima.
External links
- Official Websites:
- Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: Space, to the End of a Flash... (manga) at Anime News Network's encyclopedia
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