“Gundam 00Festival 10 ‘Re:vision’”, held on April 14^th(Sat) at the Makuhari Event Hall in Chiba, is an event held to celebrate the 10^thanniversary since the debut broadcast of Mobile Suit Gundam 00. The event was held twice in the afternoon and evening, gathering the main cast once more for a live drama reading of a story written by Director Seiji Mizushima and Mr. Yosuke Kuroda alongside a live performance of the series theme songs by THE BACK HORN.

We’ll report on the afternoon performance which was full of extravagant content suitable to mark the very important 10^thanniversary.

The first thing that welcomes you when entering the venue are these historic key visuals. Visuals from the TV series’ first season to the theatrical release, even to images from the event itself, were gathered together at the event with several fans taking commemorative photos.

The venue was also bustling with exhibitions of the latest products, including “GGG Mobile Suit Gundam 00Lockon Stratos”, which recently opened for preorders a few days ago, and flower stands gifted by fans.

Event goods, including pamphlets and more, were sold at the sales corner located outside the venue. Several popular products were available at the event, which caused long lines to form.

Additionally, online purchases of event goods, excluding some products, will begin starting from April 16^th(Mon) at 6:00pm on the official website. Definitely be sure to check it out if you were unable to go to the event or missed out on purchasing any products.

The live drama reading, comprised of six chapters, is a story that depicts the activities of the Celestial Being on Earth in the midst of its reconstruction following the crucial battle with ELS.

It is a story that narrates each character’s respective monologues. Setsuna questions himself on the reason he throws himself into battle during his journey to the ELS’ home planet centered around an intervention to another festering conflict in a chaotic world. Lyle thinks of the road his older brother, Neil, walked on while Saji confronts the ideologies held by Setsuna and the Celestial Being while working to restore the Orbital Elevator. Allelujah states that he is certain he will understand Hallelujah, the personality inside of him, and Tieria is made to fulfill his duties as an Innovade while siding with Neil’s words.

Furthermore, Leticia Erde, an Innovade that was created from the concern Tiera had for the future of his friends that shares the same-type, DNA, and holds the same memory as him, and Graham Aker, who had combined with the ELS to guide Setsuna in quantum space thanks to Quantum Burst and returned with the wish he entrusted to Setsuna, also make appearances.

Graham and Leticia become Gundam Meisters and “Gundam Exia Repair IV” and “Gundam Dynames Repair III” respectively, proceeding forward to the beginning of the rebirth of the Celestial Being.

Please read this article for details on newly introduced characters and mecha.

The live reading performed by the cast was combined with a live orchestra performance alongside the bouzouki, violin, cello, piano, saxophone, and solo trumpet.

Footage from the anime was shown overlapping with a magnificent stage performance that charmed many of the fans attending the event with an impressiveness that pulled in its viewers.

The cast appeared on stage following the end of the live drama reading and a video reflecting on the past 10 years was shown on screen.

Mobile Suit Gundam 00held several events from the announcement of the firs season to the opening of its theatrical release. The cast raised their voices in nostalgia and embarrassment when videos from past events were played.

Director Seiji Mizushima appeared in a video message and spoke about how Gundam 00was a series that he walked together with fans through events. He also noted that he had paid special attention to the music of the series, placing immense effort into the theme songs as well.

THE BACK HORN then appeared on stage for a live performance following discussion on the theme songs.

They enthusiastically sang “A Closed World”, the theme song of the movie, and “Alarm Bell”, the supporter song for Supporter’s meeting 2010, back to back. Lastly, they performed “Trap”, the first ending theme song of the first season, which made the audience immensely excited.

A video message had even arrived from voice actor Mr. Toru Furuya who provided the narration for the series.

He spoke of his thoughts at the time when he found out he would be participating in a new series as someone that acted as the protagonist in the very first Mobile Suit Gundamseries. He also commented on his thoughts of the bright new rookie Mr. Noboru Sogetsu.

The event then moved onto “Celestial Station 00 Extra”, the talking portion, featuring all the guests with the story of the live drama as its main theme.

Mr. Kamiya talked about the new character Leticia. He stated that he was surprised when it was decided that he would act as Leticia himself despite the fact that Regene, who has the same DNA as Tieria, was voiced by another voice actor.

Mr. Nakamura spoke about Graham, who had unexpectedly achieved restoration and succeeded in piloting a Gundam due to his deepest desire to do so, showing how proud he was to have become a solid protagonist, which resulted in laughter from the audience.

Loud yells of support were cheered from the audience when it was announced that they should look forward to even more new Gundam 00developments in the future as a result of this event which depicted the events following a story that concluded in its theatrical release.

Lastly, comments were made by each guest and the event came to a close while bustling with excitement.

Miyu Irino (Saji Crossroad)

Gundam 00is, to me, a precious series that I matured with by doing various experiences such as MC events and traveling around the country.

I’m very happy to be able to celebrate the 10^thyear anniversary together with everyone here today.

Thank you very much for today.

Yuichi Nakamura (Graham Aker)

It’s very reassuring to be together with people that have supported the series throughout these 10 years.

I hope to walk together with you in the future as well for the next 10, 20 years.

Thank you for your continuous support.

Hiroshi Kamiya (Tieria Erde)

Gundam 00is a series that I’ve truly realized is one I couldn’t forget these past 10 years, one I can look forward to the future of even now, and one I’ll be able to talk about.

I appreciate your continued support for years to come.

Hiroyuki Yoshino (Allelujah Haptism)

Ten years ago, I had been a student, but this time I received news that I would be able to participate in an event (for the series) for the first time.

I’m happy to be able to be involved in a series that I had chosen to be part of my youth.

Thank you very much for today.

Shinichiro Miki (Lockon Stratos)

Gundam 00 is a series created with an amazing amount of passion from the staff and cast, which I believe led to why we have earned such support from everyone.

And this time, thanks to that passion held by everyone, we were able to hold such a large event 10 years later.

I feel that the series has yet to end, so I would be happy if everyone continues to love and support this series.

Mamoru Miyano (Setsuna F. Seiei)

The fact that Gundam 00is able to receive such love from everyone makes me truly happy.

It’s because we also love and cherish this series a lot.

Around the time the series first aired was when the first Mobile Suit Gundamhad approached its 30^thanniversary. It’s deeply moving to think thatGundam 00will also be approaching that point of time before we realize it.

I would be very happy to be able to spend the next 10, 20, 30 years together with everyone.

Thank you very, very much for today.

At the very end of the event, a video of a new series was played in a darkened venue.

Neil Dylandy grieves over his inability to meet the family he has parted with in an empty, dark space.

The person that appears in that space is a matured Setsuna F. Seiei.

Setsuna tells a surprised Neil one thing.

“Live. Survive. In place of me in this world that I cannot live in…”

The words “continued to next 00 story” were then displayed.

A Blu-ray and DVD of this event will be released on August 28^th(Tues) by BANDAI NAMCO Arts.

Please don’t miss out on a product that you’ll be able to watch over and over again to retain that excitement from the event.

“VEDA ~MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 00 “Ultimate” ART WORKS & ILLUSTRATIONS”, the ultimate illustration and model sheet collection, is also currently a popular preorder on movic JP and Animate Online.

This product includes over 500 illustrations published in the TV series, special edition, and theatrical release in addition to magazines, Blu-ray boxes, and posters. Additionally, this is a definite archive that will also be comprised of character and mechanical model sheet files.

Be sure to also check out this product.

■ Release Date

August 28, 2018 (Tues)

■ Blu-ray

Price: 8,000 yen (tax excluded)

BCXA-1387 / Approx. 120 minutes / Linear PCM (Stereo) / AVC / BD50G x 2 discs / 16:9<1080p High Definition>

■ DVD

Price: 7,000 yen (tax excluded)

BCBE-4922 / Approx. 120 minutes / Dolby Digital (Stereo) / Single-sided/Dual-layered x 2 discs / 16:9 (Letterbox) / Vista Size

■ Actors

Mamoru Miyano (Setsuna F. Seiei)

Shinichiro Miki (Lockon Stratos)

Hiroyuki Yoshino (Allelujah Haptism)

Hiroshi Kamiya (Tieria Erde)

Yuichi Nakamura (Graham Aker)

Miyu Irino (Saji Crossroad)

■ Supplier/Distributor

BANDAI NAMCO Arts

■ Common Corporation Gift

A “Yun Koga Illustration Card” will presented to those that purchase either the “Gundam 00Festival 10 ‘Re:vision’” Blu-ray or DVD at these select stores!

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All Animates nationwide / Animate online shop

Amazon.co.jp

HMV & BOOKS online, HMV

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Kinokuniya Bookstores

chara-ani.com

Ggking.jp

All GAMERS stores (including the online shop)

Joshin Denki Disc Pier (including Joshin web)

7-net Shopping

Sofmap BD/DVD selling stores (including online)

Tower Records

TSUTAYA RECORDS/TSUTAYAOnline

Happinet Online

Bic Camera

Bookstore Hon no Oukoku

Yodobashi Camera

Rakuten Books

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※There may be stores listed above that do not carry this product.

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※The gift will be given at the time of purchase.

※The gift is subject to change without prior notice.

■ Price

10,000 yen (tax excluded)

■ Release Date

Scheduled to release around the end of July 2018

■ Preorder Period

March 30, 2018 (Fri) ~

※The last day to order will be announced once it has been decided.

■ Product Specifications

・Total 4 books (Approx. 200 pages each) for a total of 800 pages

・Collection of color copyrighted illustrations x 2 books (A4 size lengthwise/color)

・Collection of character model sheets x 2 books (A4 size widthwise/monochrome)

・Includes a gift box to store all four books in

An “A2 Size Illustration Poster” will be included as an online order-only extra for those that purchase through movic JP or Animate Online.

For details, please check the product’s pageon the official website.