Mobile Suit Gundam (1979–1980): Season 1, Episode 12 - The Threat of Zeon - full transcript
Mobile Suit Gundam
Rage on! Rage on! Rage on! Gundam!
You must run forth!
If you are still burning
with furious rage...
...You must fight the towering foe!
Fight! Fight! Fight!
Bring to bear the rage of justice, Gundam!
Mobile Suit Gundam! Gundam!
Rise once more! Rise once more!
Rise once more! Gundam!
You must seize the power!
Fly toward the galaxy, Gundam!
Mobile Suit Gundam! Gundam!
The Zabi family seeks to impose
dictatorship over all of mankind,
ruling from the Principality of Zeon,
a gigantic space city-state
floating beyond the moon.
Sovereign Degwin Zabi ceded power
to his eldest son, Gihren Zabi,
and war broke out.
Faced with the superior preparation
of the Zeon forces,
the Earth Federation Forces were helpless.
Avoiding Zeon's attacks and
escaping from Side 7,
the White Base, piloted by its young crew,
returned to Earth.
After bringing down Garma Zabi,
the youngest member of the Zabi family,
it is currently crossing the Pacific Ocean.
The Threat of Zeon
I shall be returning to Zeon for a
while within two months or so.
But Father,
before I return, I promise you a military triumph.
I don't want our people
to disdain me...
...as if my promotion were only by being your son.
Well then, I look forward to your return.
Are you still here?
I do understand your burden. However,
given your position as Sovereign,
I beg you to carry out your duties.
I know that.
Zabi! Zabi...!
Zabi! Zabi!
Zabi! Zabi!
Zabi! Zabi!
Zabi! Zabi!
Zabi! Zabi!
Zabi! Zabi! Zabi!
What's this 'interesting' thing you found?
Sir! We've sighted a warship that's
not on our identification charts.
Hmm. Show me.
We believe it may be that Trojan Horse.
Could this be a chance to avenge Lord Garma?
Don't be so hasty, Hamon.
Their position is quite a distance from our base.
We need to factor in our cruising range.
The Zanzibar can certainly make it, but...
...the rest of our force are only
atmospheric entry capsules.
Yes, that's right.
Then, will you simply let them go?
My mission is to avenge Garma's death.
I will not ignore direct
orders from Admiral Dozle.
But we're in the middle of atmospheric entry.
Please don't take unnecessary risks.
But could you not despise the kind of man
who would let another pass by...
...without lifting a finger to stop him?
Amuro, I'm coming in.
Repairs again?
Yes.
Amuro, feeling down. Amuro.
Think so?
What is that?
The Gundam's spare computer.
Amuro, eat before it goes cold.
I will.
Amuro, brainwave levels low.
Levels...
I'm fine, Haro.
Haro, don't disturb him. Come with me.
See you later. I'll come pick up your tray.
I'd better eat.
The main engine's third nozzle
has 2% less thrust than displayed.
How much is that, in concrete terms?
About 40 tons.
Why did we leave it until it was this bad?!
We haven't had time for
proper maintenance, and...
This isn't a playground! Get out of here!
Mr. Bright!
We're not playing!
We're... not playing...!
Check the third nozzle.
I'm going to take a break, Mirai.
A-All right.
I'm sorry. Please continue cleaning.
We're counting on you.
Go ahead.
What is it?
Nothing.
I know what you want to say.
I'm sure you do.
You have to be the responsible one.
After all, everyone relies on you.
I have a hard time believing that.
What is it?
It's Zeon. It looks like an
atmospheric entry capsule,
but it seems too large for that.
I'll be right there.
What has been done about Char?
He probably went back home.
Right, Dozle?
Is that so.
Yes, my lady. Right away.
Block number 6 is hit!
Can't we shake them off?
Impossible!
They're using speed from the entry,
and our engines are...
Let's head into those clouds, starboard side.
We'll entering a thunder storm.
Are you sure...?
Yes. The beam cannons' power
shall be halved, but...
We have no choice.
Roger, sir.
Wh-What was that?!
Maybe it's a new Zeon weapon!
Don't worry. No matter what new weapon attacks,
the Gundam will protect us.
Lieutenant!
The Federation has a new weapon!
Don't panic!
This is what's known on Earth as lightning.
Darling...
I've seen this before, on Earth.
It's no cause for alarm, Hamon.
Although up close it does look frightening.
Yes. But now that we know
this is what they call lightning,
let us continue pursuing the Trojan Horse.
Port-side main engine losing power!
That earlier hit is affecting it!
Not good... especially at a time like this.
How's the E.C.M.?
It's transmitting at maximum output.
Mirai. We must land
somewhere and wait this out.
Right now, we're only
wasting Minovsky particles.
Can you do it?
I'll try.
Forward infra-red observation monitor open.
Begin laser sensor terrain scan!
There!
Confirm direction and approach angle!
Can you do it, Mirai?
Y-Yes.
The White Base is at zero speed.
Good. Well done, Mirai.
Gundam! Guncannon! Guntank!
Prepare for sortie!
Open anti-aircraft fire!
A-Amuro!
I didn't want to believe it, but are you still...?
Hey! Amuro!
Amuro! Amuro!
Get it together! We have a sortie!
Mr. Ryu...
Daydreaming in your room won't do any good!
Mr. Ryu...
Come on! Get up! Up!
I understand. You don't have to hit me.
The Trojan Horse has completely vanished.
They've slipped out of the laser search net.
They can't have escaped from this storm.
Keep searching for as long as
we can stay in the air.
Yes sir!
Releasing 180 degree infra-red camera.
No response on sonar sensor.
There are a lot of islands in this area.
Yes, sir.
How inconvenient.
Yes, sir.
How inconvenient.
If we could use the radar,
we'd find them immediately.
Please don't. I can do it myself.
You're sure?
Yes.
I'm not sure he's up to it.
This helmet feels odd.
It's suffocating me.
Just keep going past us...
There's no mistake?
Yes. The magnetic response is too strong.
Send out an FW flare.
Lieutenant Ramba Ral,
we've just sighted a flare.
To the rear, at 7 o'clock.
You're sure it's not lightning?
Yes, sir!
All right! Hard turn!
Enemy approaching!
Open main cannons!
Gundam, Guncannon! Prepare for launch!
Fire even if you can't see anything!
Launch missiles, too!
So, that's the infamous Trojan Horse.
Get all the data you can.
Fire!
Rather than watch you loaf
like a commander,
I much prefer to see you like this,
heading into battle.
I feel the same way.
I think it suits me better.
See you. Don't let the soldiers interfere.
All right.
Acous! Cozun! Are you ready?
Yes, Lieutenant!
Preparation status OK!
Acous, Cozun, this is our first
time fighting on Earth.
Even if the enemy mobile suit appears,
don't pursue it too far.
Roger!
Hamon, I'm off!
I wish you victory.
Don't fret, Hamon.
I'm terribly sorry,
but we cannot remain airborne
at this place any longer.
Thank you for your assistance.
Go ahead to base. We'll follow soon.
Roger. We wish you success.
What does this mean, Bright?
The Komusais are leaving.
Probably low on fuel.
We have a better chance at winning now.
Gundam, Guncannon, why aren't you launching?
The Zakus are on the ground!
Well, to tell the truth,
Amuro has novice syndrome!
What?!
Make Amuro sortie as well!
It's the only thing to stop the Zakus.
Sink or swim?
Amuro! We have a sortie!
Amuro! Let's go! We're launching!
Amuro! We're about to launch! Okay?!
Amuro, do you read?
The catapult connection is complete.
You are clear to launch.
What? Oh, yes, Miss Sayla.
I can't hear you!
It's okay. I'm to launch?
Never mind, Sayla!
Just launch the Gundam!
Roger!
Pull together, Amuro!
What was that?!
Is that a Zaku? No, it can't be...!
Z-Zaku...
No... It's a new mobile suit!
A new Zeon mobile suit?!
Ryu! Kai! Give Amuro some backup!
White Base turrets, give him cover fire!
All right! Here I go!
Stop all fire!
Ah!
Acous! Throw the cracker!
What's that?
Why you...!
Well, this is something.
But can it withstand the heat rod?
Impressive!
That mobile suit's pilot is good.
I'm surprised he wasn't blown
apart by his own bazooka.
Lieutenant Ral, on your right!
What?!
There's another one coming out.
That's a mobile suit too?!
Hurry up, Hayato!
Give him covering fire!
I'm worried about Amuro.
Acous, Cozun, you handle
the two mobile suits in back.
I'll go after the white one.
I'll get you! I'll finish you!
I don't care if you're a new mobile suit!
Amuro! Don't get too close to him!
His weapon...!
Not bad!
This is no Zaku, my friend! No Zaku!
This one's different!
It's has more armour and power than a Zaku.
Get up, Amuro!
Acous, Cozun, retreat!
We're heading back!
Roger, sir!
They're on board! Engage lock, quickly!
Message to the bridge.
Prepare the blinding flood lights.
We're leaving the battlefield.
Wha...! What's that?!
They ran away...
Or rather, they spared us.
We have lost a hero!
But does this mean our defeat?!
No! It is a new beginning!
Zeon's national strength is less than
1/30th that of the Earth Federation.
In spite of this, how have we
been able to fight for so long?
My people!
It is because the Principality of
Zeon's grounds in this war are just!
Those Zeons are broadcasting this
live all over the world, just to annoy us.
You should watch too, Amuro.
Yes, sir.
It has been over fifty years
since a handful of elites...
...took control of the Earth Federation,
which had extended its reach into space.
We, who live in space,
asked for our freedom!
Remember how many times the
Federation trampled us underfoot!
The Principality of Zeon is fighting
for the freedom of all of mankind...
...and God will not turn his back on us!
My younger brother,
the Garma Zabi that you all loved, is dead!
Why?!
Because he was a spoiled boy.
The fighting has subsided.
Perhaps many of you see this war
as unrelated to you!
Bartender!
But that is a mistake! The Federation...
That one's on me. If you'll allow me?
But that is a mistake! The Federation...
You're with the Royal Guard.
...has polluted the Earth out of greed...
...has polluted the Earth out of greed...
Can you tell?
...has polluted the Earth out of greed...
It's the stench. You're one of Kycilia's.
...has polluted the Earth out of greed...
It's the stench. You're one of Kycilia's.
We must expose the foolishness...
We must expose the foolishness...
...of the Earth Federation elites...
You're as good as they say, Lt. Commander.
...of the Earth Federation elites...
Garma perished in order to wake you
from your wishful thinking.
This is only the beginning of our war.
Amuro, are you all right?
This is only the beginning of our war.
Amuro, are you all right?
We are reinforcing our armies.
Sorry to worry you. I'm fine.
We are reinforcing our armies.
Sorry to worry you. I'm fine.
Sorry to worry you. I'm fine.
The Earth Federation will do the same.
Do your best.
The Earth Federation will do the same.
Thanks.
The Earth Federation will do the same.
Many of your fathers and brothers...
...died due to the Federation's
ill-conceived oppositions!
We must never forget our anger and sorrow!
Garma has shown us this
through his own death!
By focusing our collective anger
of this very moment...
...that we may bring it down upon the Federation,
we shall at last grasp true victory!
Victory is the greatest tribute that we
can pay to those who have fallen!
Rise, my people!
Channel your sorrow into anger!
Rise, my people!
Zeon thirsts for your strength!
Sieg Zeon!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
This is our enemy?!
What a lot of nonsense!
This from a man who seeks
a Zabi family dictatorship!
Dictatorship...
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Amuro's boyhood home is a place
where ally and enemy tangle...
...and men live with despairing hearts.
As the son encounters his mother,
misfortune threatens them both.
Seeing his mother again...
...does not bring Amuro peace of mind.
Next episode, on Mobile Suit Gundam...
Coming Home.
Next episode
Coming Home
Will you be able to survive??
Next episode
Coming Home
Amuro, do not look back.
The star shining far off in space...
Amuro, it's your homeland
where you were born.
Do you remember the days
of your childhood??
The morning when you woke up, when it was warm?
Amuro, do not look back. Amuro...
A man must hide his tears, hide his tears.
Only look to tomorrow, to tomorrow... Forever...
Rage on! Rage on! Rage on! Gundam!
You must run forth!
If you are still burning
with furious rage...
...You must fight the towering foe!
Fight! Fight! Fight!
Bring to bear the rage of justice, Gundam!
Mobile Suit Gundam! Gundam!
Rise once more! Rise once more!
Rise once more! Gundam!
You must seize the power!
Fly toward the galaxy, Gundam!
Mobile Suit Gundam! Gundam!
The Zabi family seeks to impose
dictatorship over all of mankind,
ruling from the Principality of Zeon,
a gigantic space city-state
floating beyond the moon.
Sovereign Degwin Zabi ceded power
to his eldest son, Gihren Zabi,
and war broke out.
Faced with the superior preparation
of the Zeon forces,
the Earth Federation Forces were helpless.
Avoiding Zeon's attacks and
escaping from Side 7,
the White Base, piloted by its young crew,
returned to Earth.
After bringing down Garma Zabi,
the youngest member of the Zabi family,
it is currently crossing the Pacific Ocean.
The Threat of Zeon
I shall be returning to Zeon for a
while within two months or so.
But Father,
before I return, I promise you a military triumph.
I don't want our people
to disdain me...
...as if my promotion were only by being your son.
Well then, I look forward to your return.
Are you still here?
I do understand your burden. However,
given your position as Sovereign,
I beg you to carry out your duties.
I know that.
Zabi! Zabi...!
Zabi! Zabi!
Zabi! Zabi!
Zabi! Zabi!
Zabi! Zabi!
Zabi! Zabi!
Zabi! Zabi! Zabi!
What's this 'interesting' thing you found?
Sir! We've sighted a warship that's
not on our identification charts.
Hmm. Show me.
We believe it may be that Trojan Horse.
Could this be a chance to avenge Lord Garma?
Don't be so hasty, Hamon.
Their position is quite a distance from our base.
We need to factor in our cruising range.
The Zanzibar can certainly make it, but...
...the rest of our force are only
atmospheric entry capsules.
Yes, that's right.
Then, will you simply let them go?
My mission is to avenge Garma's death.
I will not ignore direct
orders from Admiral Dozle.
But we're in the middle of atmospheric entry.
Please don't take unnecessary risks.
But could you not despise the kind of man
who would let another pass by...
...without lifting a finger to stop him?
Amuro, I'm coming in.
Repairs again?
Yes.
Amuro, feeling down. Amuro.
Think so?
What is that?
The Gundam's spare computer.
Amuro, eat before it goes cold.
I will.
Amuro, brainwave levels low.
Levels...
I'm fine, Haro.
Haro, don't disturb him. Come with me.
See you later. I'll come pick up your tray.
I'd better eat.
The main engine's third nozzle
has 2% less thrust than displayed.
How much is that, in concrete terms?
About 40 tons.
Why did we leave it until it was this bad?!
We haven't had time for
proper maintenance, and...
This isn't a playground! Get out of here!
Mr. Bright!
We're not playing!
We're... not playing...!
Check the third nozzle.
I'm going to take a break, Mirai.
A-All right.
I'm sorry. Please continue cleaning.
We're counting on you.
Go ahead.
What is it?
Nothing.
I know what you want to say.
I'm sure you do.
You have to be the responsible one.
After all, everyone relies on you.
I have a hard time believing that.
What is it?
It's Zeon. It looks like an
atmospheric entry capsule,
but it seems too large for that.
I'll be right there.
What has been done about Char?
He probably went back home.
Right, Dozle?
Is that so.
Yes, my lady. Right away.
Block number 6 is hit!
Can't we shake them off?
Impossible!
They're using speed from the entry,
and our engines are...
Let's head into those clouds, starboard side.
We'll entering a thunder storm.
Are you sure...?
Yes. The beam cannons' power
shall be halved, but...
We have no choice.
Roger, sir.
Wh-What was that?!
Maybe it's a new Zeon weapon!
Don't worry. No matter what new weapon attacks,
the Gundam will protect us.
Lieutenant!
The Federation has a new weapon!
Don't panic!
This is what's known on Earth as lightning.
Darling...
I've seen this before, on Earth.
It's no cause for alarm, Hamon.
Although up close it does look frightening.
Yes. But now that we know
this is what they call lightning,
let us continue pursuing the Trojan Horse.
Port-side main engine losing power!
That earlier hit is affecting it!
Not good... especially at a time like this.
How's the E.C.M.?
It's transmitting at maximum output.
Mirai. We must land
somewhere and wait this out.
Right now, we're only
wasting Minovsky particles.
Can you do it?
I'll try.
Forward infra-red observation monitor open.
Begin laser sensor terrain scan!
There!
Confirm direction and approach angle!
Can you do it, Mirai?
Y-Yes.
The White Base is at zero speed.
Good. Well done, Mirai.
Gundam! Guncannon! Guntank!
Prepare for sortie!
Open anti-aircraft fire!
A-Amuro!
I didn't want to believe it, but are you still...?
Hey! Amuro!
Amuro! Amuro!
Get it together! We have a sortie!
Mr. Ryu...
Daydreaming in your room won't do any good!
Mr. Ryu...
Come on! Get up! Up!
I understand. You don't have to hit me.
The Trojan Horse has completely vanished.
They've slipped out of the laser search net.
They can't have escaped from this storm.
Keep searching for as long as
we can stay in the air.
Yes sir!
Releasing 180 degree infra-red camera.
No response on sonar sensor.
There are a lot of islands in this area.
Yes, sir.
How inconvenient.
Yes, sir.
How inconvenient.
If we could use the radar,
we'd find them immediately.
Please don't. I can do it myself.
You're sure?
Yes.
I'm not sure he's up to it.
This helmet feels odd.
It's suffocating me.
Just keep going past us...
There's no mistake?
Yes. The magnetic response is too strong.
Send out an FW flare.
Lieutenant Ramba Ral,
we've just sighted a flare.
To the rear, at 7 o'clock.
You're sure it's not lightning?
Yes, sir!
All right! Hard turn!
Enemy approaching!
Open main cannons!
Gundam, Guncannon! Prepare for launch!
Fire even if you can't see anything!
Launch missiles, too!
So, that's the infamous Trojan Horse.
Get all the data you can.
Fire!
Rather than watch you loaf
like a commander,
I much prefer to see you like this,
heading into battle.
I feel the same way.
I think it suits me better.
See you. Don't let the soldiers interfere.
All right.
Acous! Cozun! Are you ready?
Yes, Lieutenant!
Preparation status OK!
Acous, Cozun, this is our first
time fighting on Earth.
Even if the enemy mobile suit appears,
don't pursue it too far.
Roger!
Hamon, I'm off!
I wish you victory.
Don't fret, Hamon.
I'm terribly sorry,
but we cannot remain airborne
at this place any longer.
Thank you for your assistance.
Go ahead to base. We'll follow soon.
Roger. We wish you success.
What does this mean, Bright?
The Komusais are leaving.
Probably low on fuel.
We have a better chance at winning now.
Gundam, Guncannon, why aren't you launching?
The Zakus are on the ground!
Well, to tell the truth,
Amuro has novice syndrome!
What?!
Make Amuro sortie as well!
It's the only thing to stop the Zakus.
Sink or swim?
Amuro! We have a sortie!
Amuro! Let's go! We're launching!
Amuro! We're about to launch! Okay?!
Amuro, do you read?
The catapult connection is complete.
You are clear to launch.
What? Oh, yes, Miss Sayla.
I can't hear you!
It's okay. I'm to launch?
Never mind, Sayla!
Just launch the Gundam!
Roger!
Pull together, Amuro!
What was that?!
Is that a Zaku? No, it can't be...!
Z-Zaku...
No... It's a new mobile suit!
A new Zeon mobile suit?!
Ryu! Kai! Give Amuro some backup!
White Base turrets, give him cover fire!
All right! Here I go!
Stop all fire!
Ah!
Acous! Throw the cracker!
What's that?
Why you...!
Well, this is something.
But can it withstand the heat rod?
Impressive!
That mobile suit's pilot is good.
I'm surprised he wasn't blown
apart by his own bazooka.
Lieutenant Ral, on your right!
What?!
There's another one coming out.
That's a mobile suit too?!
Hurry up, Hayato!
Give him covering fire!
I'm worried about Amuro.
Acous, Cozun, you handle
the two mobile suits in back.
I'll go after the white one.
I'll get you! I'll finish you!
I don't care if you're a new mobile suit!
Amuro! Don't get too close to him!
His weapon...!
Not bad!
This is no Zaku, my friend! No Zaku!
This one's different!
It's has more armour and power than a Zaku.
Get up, Amuro!
Acous, Cozun, retreat!
We're heading back!
Roger, sir!
They're on board! Engage lock, quickly!
Message to the bridge.
Prepare the blinding flood lights.
We're leaving the battlefield.
Wha...! What's that?!
They ran away...
Or rather, they spared us.
We have lost a hero!
But does this mean our defeat?!
No! It is a new beginning!
Zeon's national strength is less than
1/30th that of the Earth Federation.
In spite of this, how have we
been able to fight for so long?
My people!
It is because the Principality of
Zeon's grounds in this war are just!
Those Zeons are broadcasting this
live all over the world, just to annoy us.
You should watch too, Amuro.
Yes, sir.
It has been over fifty years
since a handful of elites...
...took control of the Earth Federation,
which had extended its reach into space.
We, who live in space,
asked for our freedom!
Remember how many times the
Federation trampled us underfoot!
The Principality of Zeon is fighting
for the freedom of all of mankind...
...and God will not turn his back on us!
My younger brother,
the Garma Zabi that you all loved, is dead!
Why?!
Because he was a spoiled boy.
The fighting has subsided.
Perhaps many of you see this war
as unrelated to you!
Bartender!
But that is a mistake! The Federation...
That one's on me. If you'll allow me?
But that is a mistake! The Federation...
You're with the Royal Guard.
...has polluted the Earth out of greed...
...has polluted the Earth out of greed...
Can you tell?
...has polluted the Earth out of greed...
It's the stench. You're one of Kycilia's.
...has polluted the Earth out of greed...
It's the stench. You're one of Kycilia's.
We must expose the foolishness...
We must expose the foolishness...
...of the Earth Federation elites...
You're as good as they say, Lt. Commander.
...of the Earth Federation elites...
Garma perished in order to wake you
from your wishful thinking.
This is only the beginning of our war.
Amuro, are you all right?
This is only the beginning of our war.
Amuro, are you all right?
We are reinforcing our armies.
Sorry to worry you. I'm fine.
We are reinforcing our armies.
Sorry to worry you. I'm fine.
Sorry to worry you. I'm fine.
The Earth Federation will do the same.
Do your best.
The Earth Federation will do the same.
Thanks.
The Earth Federation will do the same.
Many of your fathers and brothers...
...died due to the Federation's
ill-conceived oppositions!
We must never forget our anger and sorrow!
Garma has shown us this
through his own death!
By focusing our collective anger
of this very moment...
...that we may bring it down upon the Federation,
we shall at last grasp true victory!
Victory is the greatest tribute that we
can pay to those who have fallen!
Rise, my people!
Channel your sorrow into anger!
Rise, my people!
Zeon thirsts for your strength!
Sieg Zeon!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
This is our enemy?!
What a lot of nonsense!
This from a man who seeks
a Zabi family dictatorship!
Dictatorship...
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Sieg Zeon!!
Amuro's boyhood home is a place
where ally and enemy tangle...
...and men live with despairing hearts.
As the son encounters his mother,
misfortune threatens them both.
Seeing his mother again...
...does not bring Amuro peace of mind.
Next episode, on Mobile Suit Gundam...
Coming Home.
Next episode
Coming Home
Will you be able to survive??
Next episode
Coming Home
Amuro, do not look back.
The star shining far off in space...
Amuro, it's your homeland
where you were born.
Do you remember the days
of your childhood??
The morning when you woke up, when it was warm?
Amuro, do not look back. Amuro...
A man must hide his tears, hide his tears.
Only look to tomorrow, to tomorrow... Forever...