Based on the manga written & illustrated by Yasuhiko Yoshikazu, Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin is a series of OVAs released in Japanese theaters to coincide with the 35th anniversary of the much-loved Gundam franchise. Centering on one of the most popular characters in the Gundam universe (and indeed, all of anime), Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin tells the story of Char Aznables childhood, a time when he was known only as Casval Rem Deikun. After the death of his father, Casval suddenly finds himself having to flee for his life with his younger sister Artesia in tow, & from this tragic childhood episode rises one of the most formidable figures in Gundam history.