For all the MSG fans out there, I was wondering what's everyone's favorite series in this... series. My favorite has always been Wing, but honestly, other than 0080, I haven't seen many other of the series. I just recently bought The 08th MS Team and I'm going through that now, and I am planning on buying 0083 next, but what other series are worth seeing?

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My response to most Mech anime. But I know that you don't want to hear about my opinions on the matter so I will go away now.

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I've seen Gundam Wing, Seed, Seed Destiny and the newest one Gundam 00. Out of all of them my favorite is the newest one, of course there were 3 characters who got screen time and I couldn't figure out why(maybe to add a more human element?) unless they play a big role in season 2. The worst was Seed Destiny, I couldn't even stomach the first half of the series cause the main character was so irritating.

My favorite is Gundam Wing, mostly because it was my first, and I think (for people that like any Gundam/mecha series anyway) the first exposure usually holds a special place for that person. My second place would go to 08th MS Team. Short but really well done.

1st off-let me say-I hate Gundam (and most giant mecha stuff)-but having said that I'd say Gundam Seed.

I was rather fond of G-Gundam. The nonserious kiddy end of the Gundam universe withought simply being chibby

Gundam Wing is still my favorite out of them all. However, I'm counting both Endless Waltz and Episode Zero (manga) in that as well.

I think I'm always going to have a special spot for Gundam Wing, since that was the title that got me into collecting anime.

I maybe in the minority here but this is still one series that i still haven't seen any of.

I'm partial to Gundam Wing, but I have not managed to finish 0083 yet.

The first one that I saw all the way through was Gundam Wing. Really like the opening and ending themes. Some of the characters got on my nerves and it seemed rather drawn out. Having said that, I am still nostalgic about it.
I really liked Gundam Seed. It dragged too till the last few episodes and then got interesting, not to mention sad.
The animation of Gundam 00 blew me away.
At this point I don't have a favorite. I still have some series to see so I don't know why I am even posting.

G-Gundam or 08th MS, who are all these "Non-Gundam" fans that love Gundam Seed? Seriously, that series was the biggest load of convoluted crap since Metal Gear... At least Metal Gear was good though.

Well being the only ones that I managed to watch w/o feeling totally confused or repulsed at all of the potential yaoi shipping. I suppose you could say that G-Gundam and 08th MS Team are my "favorites".

I have yet to take a crack at the Gundam universe. Is there a recommended series that those who are overwhelmed by the sheer volume of Gundam lore can watch as a fairly stand-alone series while also getting a good "feel" for the mood and style of the franchise?

Gundam Wing
Gundam Seed
Gundam 00

Take your pick!

Gundam 0080, Gundam 0083 and Gundam The 08th MS Team could also work, but they are OVAs. G Gundam is also a standalone, but it's a bit unique compared to the others.

Personally I would go with Gundam 00, since it's the newest one.

08th MS team is short, (12 or 13 episodes) and set in the UC timeline (the same timeline that the original series is set in.) It is a pretty good look, IMO, of what Gundam is all about (though perhaps a bit more sad than the other series.) It works as a stand-alone series just fine.

If you don't mind going in for a longer haul, I recommend Gundam Wing as a good starting point (50+ episodes if you count the movie/OVA Endless Waltz.) It is not set in the original UC timeline, but in its own timeline strictly for its series, so it acts as a complete stand-alone work while still keeping the "Gundam" feel to it.

I have not seen enough of Gundam Seed to pass judgment, and I have heard views of both loving it and hating it by people, so I really don't know either way on that one.

It's definitely one of those "love it or hate it" type of series', not to much gray area on that one honestly...

I own all the Gundam stuff except for G-Gundam and Superior Defender Gundam. I didn't like G (although my wife did) and didn't buy S.D. because it was for kids. I think all the series' have their good and bad points, but I think I like the latest, Gundam 00, best. The quality of the production gets better with each new series and 00 is very contemporary as well. Gundam is an acquired taste and I understand that some people don't like it, BUT I LOVE IT!

I hope Bandai releases that series locally on Blu-Ray. I know they have it on Blu-Ray in Japan, but I only see the DVDs for preorder right now here in the US.

My fav by far is Gundam Seed & then Destiny.But I got most Gundam seris thats been dubbed. But I dont have the original Gundam which I really want..I havent seen Gundam 00 yet.I really like to see Bandai dub ZZ Gundam.I got Zeta Gundam,Gundam Wing,Gundam 0080 Gundam 0083, Gundam 08th MS Team, Gundam F91.

I think that I'll always be partial to Gundam Wing if only for the reason that I grew up watching it on VHS. Other than that I like Gundam Seed and Gundam Seed Destiny. Now that I think about it I need to go back and re-watch Gundam 0080 Stardust Memory. I can't remember for the life of me what it was about.

Hmmm...so given the current Bandai sale, I checked with this thread to see where I should dip my toes into the Gundam universe. The general consensus appears to be Gundam Wing, Gundam Seed, Gundam Seed Destiny and Gundam 00.

Now I'm stuck:

Gundam Wing - First box set is available, the second appears to be out of print.
Gundam Seed - Both box sets are available but the first movie is only available on UMD (I'm a completist. This would drive me nuts).
Gundam Seed Destiny - All incarnations available but I'd feel like I should watch its named predecessor first.
Gundam 00 - Not fully released yet.

Should I sidestep my compulsions and just get 0080 or 0083 instead?

The movies are just compilations and only recommended to the extreme Gundam nuts like myself. Otherwise, just pretend that the movies don't exist and go for the two sets.

As far as the Gundam Wing sets go, you should be able to find the second box set available at some retailer for a normal price (Best Buy, FYE, etc.) I know I've seen it locally at a couple of locations so even if it is OOP it should still be easy enough to get a hold of. You could also check eBay to try and find a deal on it if no one else has it.

I buy my anime from 2 sites mainly. That is rightstuf & Roberts Anime Corner.link http://www.animecornerstore.com/
That site has the movies & Gundam Wing in stock. But Roberts don't have sales & memberships like rightstuf.

Just letting you know, so you don't get in trouble.

I would have to say Gundam Wing that is mainly because its the only one i watched.
Oh and i can't remember wich one it was but the other Gundam series with the guy that keep yelling SHINING FINGER that one was kinda funny i thought.

That one was G Gundam.

G Gundam huh i remember getting the song from that stuck in my head.I had no idea what they were saying all i could understand was when they said Shining Finger then i just made a bunch of random noise.

That's good to know. Thank you for the info. Now I just have to figure out if they're spindleboxes.



That's kind of you to share that but linking to competitors is a bit of a no-no here for obvious reasons. I run the full gamut of online stores but I prefer to keep 80% or more of my purchases with TRSI when I can.

Bandai doesn't use StackPaks, they only use M-Lock bricks and LiteBox cases (14mm case; can hold up to six discs; some overlapping, but not stacked).

So these series are recommended for beginners as a quick way to get into the Gundam universe?

There seem to be a lot of stand-alone series for the Gundam franchise. Getting away from the continuation after continuation and going for the independant (or stand-alone)series, is this something new to try to pull in new viewers?

Yes! I listed the ones that you can simply pick up and watch.

After watching most of Gundam 00 now on Syfy (3 episodes to go). I recommend this one the most to beginners.


Yes and no! In Japan, it was to a certain extent. However, what created the switch was when Yoshiyuki Tomino allowed other directors to make Gundam series. Tomino sticked with one time line (Universal Century) and created loose continuation between the series, while the other directors didn't want to do that. Mainly, because they had new and unique ideas for the franchise. That's why they created alternate time lines and made them standalone.

Thanks for the info. This is a series that i've been wanting to try out for awhile but wasn't sure what to try first.

Though it really doesn't act like the typical Gundam show, 0080 War in the Pocket is the best. Deeper, much better written, and accomplishes this in only a few episodes.

Hmm...favorite Gundam series, huh? I can't single it down to just one, but I really like Gundam Wing, Gundam 0083: Stardust Memory, and Gundam 00. I basically have enjoyed pretty much all the different Gundam series that I've seen, more or less. The only ones I couldn't get into/stand are Gundam SEED and Gundam SEED Destiny.

Gundam Zeta, and original a close second for faves.

Non-faves?
Probably, Gundam Seed Destiny (not Seed) or Gundam ZZ for a couple I never have enjoyed as much... seeing that I never finished either of them.

i'd have to say so far it is Zeta gundam, cuz i love the old animation and the story. And i really like the character Four. but gundam seed was pretty good too especially the story but i didnt really care for the animation that much.

Im goona go with Gundam Wing since its what got me into Anime. If i had to choose the one i really didn't like watching it had to be 0083 Stardust Memory.

After watching Gundam 00 season 1 part 3 its goona be in a fight with Gundam Seed for my top 3rd Favourite gundam. Have to see how the 2nd season goes. Gundam Seed destiny was alright but i didn't like the ending and be prepared for 3 episodes going through what has happened in the Series. Waiting for the OVA to arrive to see if i like its ending any better.