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One of the most enduring and famous series in the history of anime, Mobile Suit Gundam has been running for over 20 years and has become a staple of Japanese popular culture. Since its beginning in the late 70s, it has revolutionized anime and improved the standard of the conventional "mecha" series, adding strong storylines and complex characters. The entire Gundam saga is comprised of 8 television series, 4 OAV series, and 8 movies - so far!
Although there are several separate timelines in the Gundam world, each story is set in a near future and involves a fight for independence between space colonies and powerful organizations on Earth. The wars are usually determined by the giant armored war suits known as Gundams, and the pilots who command them. The series always contain a dizzying mix of convoluted political power games, incredible technology and mechanical design, and complex relationships. Yoshiyuki Tomino's Gundam universe has become a virtual icon in Japan - the familiar Gundam models are recognized everywhere, and there seem to be new series coming out all the time. Its popularity is rapidly increasing in the US and elsewhere due to its most recent series, which are set in alternate worlds from the original series. With its innovative mecha designs and timeless stories of the struggle for freedom, this classic science fiction saga is and will continue to be one of the world's most popular anime series.
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