franchise Gundam continues to surprise fans! While a new anime prepares to premiere in North American theaters, another fan-favorite series is returning with exciting news. Mobile Fighter G Gundam, a hit from the 90s, is getting an unexpected sequel with the novel Mobile Fighter G Gundam Gaiden: The East is Burning. The protagonist Domon Kasshu will be back, but this time with an impressive new mecha!
The return of Domon Kasshu and the new God Gundam II
For those who need a refresher, Domon began his journey in G Gundam with the iconic Shining Gundam, used in world fighting tournaments and famous for the legendary Shining Finger. However, when facing the powerful Devil Gundam, he lost his first robot and received an upgrade: the God Gundam, one of the most memorable mechas in the franchise. Now, with the sequel, Domon will get a new version: the God Gundam II.
The new story will introduce two new main characters, Master Junior and H, while Domon takes on a supporting role. Furthermore, promotional materials reveal that the new mecha will feature an enhanced Core Lander and wings that can detach to function as independent weapons. The expectation is that God Gundam II will also receive its own version in Gunpla, leaving collectors eagerly anticipating its release!
An official continuation
Although there is still no confirmation of an anime adaptation, the sequel is considered part of the official canon, as the plot was created by Yasuhiro Imagawa, the original director. The story takes place 12 years after the DG incident, when Gundam battles were suspended to eliminate the contamination known as "DG Dust".
Master Junior encounters H, a mysterious girl in Shinjuku who carries a huge sroban and seeks a hidden treasure called the Oriental Pearlmartial arts school Touhou, leading the pair to seek out Domon for answers.
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Source: Official Website