---
title: "Gundam Build Fighters"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/gundam-build-fighters-2013"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 60667
imdb_id: "tt3213642"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 50
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 7.4
vote_count: 25
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Gundam Build Fighters (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/gundam-build-fighters-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Gundam Build Fighters is a television series that revolves around a Gunpla builder named Sei Iori, whose family runs a hobby shop in a small town. Sei's family business is a central aspect of his life, and he aspires to be a Gunpla Battle champion like his father. He possesses exceptional building skills but lacks the combat abilities to compete with other contestants. Sei's life changes when he meets a mysterious boy named Reiji, who helps him improve his confidence in participating in Gunpla Battles. Together, Sei and Reiji engage in battles, ultimately aiming to compete in a prestigious tournament.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two boys team up to master the art of Gunpla battles."

### Why Watch
- engaging hobby-focused storyline
- strong character development
- exciting battle sequences

### Caveats & Content Note
- some repetitive battle patterns
- predictable tournament structure
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for teens and up, with mild competitive tension and no graphic content.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: underdog, friendship, competitive, mecha, youthful

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Crunchyroll | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Gundam Build Fighters (25 Episodes)
Gundam Build Fighters is a Japanese television series that takes place in a near future where a second Gunpla boom is underway. The series is centered around Gunpla Battles, a popular activity where people pilot their own Gunpla creations. Sei Iori, a young Gunpla builder, dreams of making it to the world championships. He meets a boy named Reiji who possesses incredible piloting skills, and together they form a team. Sei builds the Gunpla, while Reiji fights in the battles. Their goal is to participate in the Gunpla Battle World Championship. The series is set in a small town where Sei's family runs a hobby shop.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 50
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 6 (12%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 44 (88%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Mikako Komatsu** as *Sei Iori (voice)*
- **Sachi Kokuryu** as *Aria von Reiji Asuna (voice)*
- **Kotono Mitsuishi** as *Rinko Iori (voice)*
- **Tokuyoshi Kawashima** as *Takeshi Iori (voice)*
- **Masashi Hirose** as *Mr. Ral (voice)*
- **Yui Ishikawa** as *China Kousaka (voice)*
- **Takuya Sato** as *Tatsuya Yuuki (voice)*
- **Yuichi Nakamura** as *Ricardo Fellini (voice)*
- **Aoi Yuuki** as *Kirara (voice)*
- **Minami Fujii** as *Mao Yasaka (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this series suitable for beginners to the Gundam franchise?
Yes, it's accessible to newcomers as it focuses on Gunpla building rather than complex Gundam lore.

### Q: What is the main appeal of the show?
The combination of detailed model building and strategic battles, along with the friendship between the main characters.

### Q: Are there a lot of fight scenes?
Yes, Gunpla battles are the central focus and occur regularly throughout the series.

### Q: Do I need to know about Gundam to understand this?
No prior Gundam knowledge is required as the series explains Gunpla and battles clearly.

### Q: Is the series more about building or battling?
It balances both elements, showing the building process and then using those models in battles.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Gundam Build Fighters — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/60667)
- [Gundam Build Fighters (TV Series 2013-2014) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3213642/fullcredits/)
- [Gundam Build Fighters (TV Series 2013-2015) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/60667/cast)
- [Gundam Build Fighters (2013-2015) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/tv-shows/gundam-build-fighters/2vh6rvDode0pw4xJDJeFm4/credits/)
- [Gundam Build Fighters (2013) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/show/gundam-build-fighters/credits)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*