Description: "Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO" [1Year War Secret Records] DVD JAPANESE"Used item" ・This item was used by a DVD rental store in Japan. Animation may skip, not play, or other problems may occur. Please be careful. ・The items here are all second-hand and may have some scratches or stains. Please note that we do not accept returns or exchanges.Thank you for your understanding.Shipping Methods :You can choose from the following three shipping methods・Economy Shipping (1-3 weeks)〈Economy shipping does not allow tracking of packages. Please understand.〉 ・Standard Shipping (10 days)・Express shipping (1 week)The delivery time for each shipping method is only an estimate.Please note that delivery times may vary. Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO: The Hidden One Year War is a 3DCG animated series produced between 2004 and 2006. It is set during the One Year War in the Universal Century timeline, offering a unique perspective by focusing on the Zeon side of the conflict. The story follows the development and testing of experimental Zeon weapons and the lives of their test pilots. It became notable for its technical achievements, particularly the realistic depiction of mobile suits (MS) and intense battle scenes rendered in CG.Story Overview "MS IGLOO: The Hidden One Year War" consists of three episodes, centered around the Zeon 603rd Technical Evaluation Unit. This unit is responsible for testing new weapons on the battlefield to assess their viability in combat. However, many of these experimental weapons fail, and the story delves into the harsh realities of war, as engineers and pilots alike face the futility and brutality of the conflict.Main CharactersOliver May: The protagonist and a Zeon officer assigned to the 603rd Technical Evaluation Unit. He oversees the testing of new weapons and grapples with the harsh realities of war through his experiences.Monique Cadillac: A female officer of the 603rd unit. She works alongside May and offers a calm, calculated approach to their missions.Albert Schacht: A technician in Zeon's development division, responsible for designing many of the experimental weapons. Despite his efforts, most of his creations fail to perform as expected in battle.Episode Overview Episode 1: The Serpent That Vanished in the EarthThe story begins with the pivotal Battle of Loum, a key engagement between the Zeon and Earth Federation forces. The episode focuses on the testing of Zeon’s new weapon, the Jormungand, and the events leading to its failure. Episode 2: Howl Fades with the Setting SunSet during Zeon's Earth drop operations, this episode revolves around the testing of the new Hildolfr weapon, a hybrid between a heavy tank and a mobile suit. Its effectiveness in ground combat is put to the test. Episode 3: The Illusion That Runs Through the SkiesThe third episode takes place in space, with the testing of Zeon's new mobile suit, the Zudah. Once intended for mass production, the Zudah was ultimately sidelined in favor of other mobile suits. This episode explores its tragic legacy.Themes and Messages The central theme of "The Hidden One Year War" is the futility of war, seen through the lens of weapon development and testing. Many of the weapons fail to make a meaningful impact on the battlefield, and those involved in their creation and use often become casualties of war themselves. The series presents the grim reality of trial and error in warfare, portraying the hopes, despair, and bitter experiences of Zeon soldiers and engineers, while highlighting the harshness of life on the front lines.Technical Features "MS IGLOO" is notable for being the first Gundam series to fully utilize 3DCG animation. This allowed for a level of detail and realism in the depiction of mobile suits, warships, and battles not possible in traditional cel animation. The use of CG technology brought a new level of depth and scale to the action scenes, immersing viewers in the weight and tension of the battles.Conclusion Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO: The Hidden One Year War stands out as a unique entry in the Gundam franchise, offering a rare glimpse into the realities of war from the Zeon perspective. Its use of 3DCG animation and focus on the failures and sacrifices behind weapon development create a somber, intense narrative that adds depth to the larger Gundam universe.
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Music Artist: Sadayoshi Fujino, Keiichi Nozaki, Noboru Mano, Megumi Oohashi, Taja
Case Type: Tall/DVD Case
Rating: G
Subtitle Language: Japanese
Sub-Genre: Japanese
Director: Yoshiyuki Tomino, Hajime Yatate
Cinematic Movement: Futuristic, SF, Robot, Cyberpunk
Franchise: Gundam
Studio: SUNRISE
Edition: Box Set
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Type: TV Series
Format: DVD
Unit Type: lb
Language: Japanese
Release Year: 2004
Producer: Kouichi Inoue, Takashi Imanishi, Katsumi Kawaguchi, Satochi Kubo
Actor: Takashi Imanishi, Tomohide Ookuma, Tsuyoshi Matsuda
Genre: Animation, TV Shows
Run Time: 30min
Movie/TV Title: "Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO" [1Year War Secret Records]
Season: Complete Series Box Set
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Unit Quantity: 0.8