Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny
In the Cosmic Era, the conflict between the Z.A.F.T. Forces and the O.M.N.I. Enforcer has escalated into intense armed warfare following the Bloody Valentine catastrophe. Although an armistice was signed after the Second Battle of Yakin Deyue, which resulted in massive casualties, the underlying hostilities between the Naturals and the Coordinators remained. The narrative follows Shinn Asuka, who becomes entangled in
Season 2 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Mankind is divided into two subspecies: Naturals living on Earth and genetically enhanced Coordinators residing in orbital PLANT colonies.
- The Bloody Valentine catastrophe triggered intense armed warfare between the Z.A.F.T. Forces and the O.M.N.I. Enforcer.
- A previous major engagement known as the Second Battle of Yakin Deyue resulted in massive casualties.
- An armistice was signed following the Second Battle of Yakin Deyue, though hostilities between Naturals and Coordinators persisted.
Season overview
In the Cosmic Era, the conflict between the Z.A.F.T. Forces and the O.M.N.I. Enforcer has escalated into intense armed warfare following the Bloody Valentine catastrophe. Although an armistice was signed after the Second Battle of Yakin Deyue, which resulted in massive casualties, the underlying hostilities between the Naturals and the Coordinators remained. The narrative follows Shinn Asuka, who becomes entangled in the O.M.N.I. Enforcers' Orb Operation. During this period of conflict, Shinn witnesses the deaths of his parents and sister due to the fighting. The setting is defined by the division between Naturals, who reside on Earth, and Coordinators, who are genetically enhanced humans living in orbital colonies known as PLANTs. This interplanetary war involves advanced combat mecha and continues to shape the struggle between these two subspecies of mankind.
Episode Guide
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Angry Eyes
Oct 9, 2004 · 24 min
It's now C.E. 73 and three of ZAFT's newest mobile suits are stolen. During the highjacking, Cagalli, now Orb's head of state, and Athrun, now her bodyguard, are meeting with ZAFT'
Those Who Call for War
Oct 16, 2004 · 24 min
Shinn continues to battle the three stolen suits. In the midst of battle, the three machines work to escape from Armory-1 and rendevous with their ship, Earth's "Girtty Lue", which
Warning Shots
Oct 23, 2004 · 24 min
After the Minerva launches from Armory-1, the battle against the Girty Lue ends, for the time being. However, Girty Lue launches another attack preventing the crew from having much
Stardust Battlefield
Nov 6, 2004 · 24 min
During the battle with the Girty Lue, Athrun helps the Minerva out of a bind with his strategizing.
Scars That Won't Heal
Nov 13, 2004 · 24 min
As Junius-7 plummets towards the Earth, the Minerva team-up with the Joule team to try and destroy it.
The End of the World
Nov 20, 2004 · 24 min
The battle on Junius-7 instifies, as the Gaia, Chaos & Abyss make the Joule team's attempt at the destroying the falling colony much more difficult.
Land of Confusion
Nov 27, 2004 · 24 min
As a last ditch effort, the Mireva uses is Tanhäuser to break up the remaining chunk of Junius-7. Unfortunatey, several of the pieces fall to Earth destroying several of Earth's ci
Junction
Dec 4, 2004 · 24 min
The Minerva arrives at Orb. While the crew enjoys some downtime. Cagalli learns some unsettling information about the future of Orb. While Athrun decides to return to PLANT once mo
Bared Fangs
Dec 11, 2004 · 24 min
Eager for retaliation, the Atlantic Federation declares war on ZAFT (who they blame for the Junius-7 drop). In defense of the oncoming nuclear onslaught, ZAFT unleashes its newest
A Father's Spell
Dec 18, 2004 · 24 min
As Athrun meets with Dullindal, the Dullindal-endorsed psedo-Lacus, Meer Campbell, rallies the citizens of the PLANT's look away from war and look towards peace. Later, Dullindal o
The Chosen Path
Dec 25, 2004 · 24 min
Orb decides to ally itself with the Atlantic Federation, much to Cagalli's dismay. While about the PLANT's, Athrun recieves some help making his decision from some old comrades.
Blood in the Water
Dec 25, 2004 · 24 min
After departing Orb, the Minerva is thrown into battle against an Atlantic Federation fleet. Due to their new alliance with the Federation, Orb quickly sets up a baracade of ships
Resurrected Wings
Jan 8, 2005 · 24 min
As the Minerva's crew congratulates Shinn on his job well done, Kira is forced to take the Freedom out into battle once again to take out the assassins that are after Lacus.
Flight to Tomorrow
Jan 15, 2005 · 24 min
Kira, Lacus, and the remaining Archangel crew embark on their old vessel and depart, but not before Kira rescues Cagalli from her wedding to Yuna.
Return to the Battlefield
Jan 22, 2005 · 24 min
Athrun, now a member of the super elite ZAFT task force FAITH, returns to the Minerva. Once aboard, he delivers the Minerva's new mission to Talia.
Struggle in the Indian Ocean
Feb 5, 2005 · 24 min
The Minerva engages Neo and the 3 stolen Mobile Suits in a battle over the Indian Ocean.
The Soldier's Life
Feb 12, 2005 · 24 min
The Minerva lands at ZAFT's Muhamal base and gets details on their next assignment. Later, Athrun has a "heart-to-heart" conversation with Shinn.
Attack the Lohengrin!
Feb 19, 2005 · 24 min
The Minerva must destroy a fixed positron cannon emplacement to break through to Gibraltar. Though hesitant at first after meeting Shinn, they are helped by a young resistance figh
The Hidden Truth
Feb 26, 2005 · 24 min
Shinn narrates flashbacks covering the events that have transpired in Gundam SEED and SEED Destiny. He also sheds some light on how he got to the PLANT's after his tragic loss in O
Past
Mar 5, 2005 · 24 min
After a misunderstanding between Athrun, Lunamaria and Meer, Shinn takes advantage of his shore leave by exploring the countryside. On his travels he stumbles across Stellar dancin
Wandering Eyes
Mar 12, 2005 · 24 min
An EA fleet led by Orb forces heads towards to Black Sea to deal a critical blow to ZAFT. However, a third party is waiting in the wings to stop the battle.
Sword of the Blue Skies
Mar 19, 2005 · 24 min
Cagalli's attempts to stop the Orb fleet fails and a battle between the Minerva, Orb/EA fleet and the Archangel breaks out.
The Shadows of War
Mar 26, 2005 · 24 min
With Milliaria's help, Athrun is able to meet up with Kira and Cagalli to discuss recent events.
Differing Views
Apr 2, 2005 · 24 min
With Milliaria's help, Athrun is able to meet up with Kira and Cagalli to discuss recent events.
The Place of Sin
Apr 9, 2005 · 24 min
Shinn rushes an injured Stella aboard the Minerva. Once aboard, he learns startling information about Stella. Elsewhere, Lacus decides to go to PLANT and scope the situation out.
The Promise
Apr 16, 2005 · 24 min
In Space, Lacus & Andy reunite with the Eternal and its crew. Lunamaria reports her findings from Athrun's rende-vous with Kira to Talia as Stella's condition worsens. Elsewhere, M
Unfulfilled Feelings
Apr 23, 2005 · 24 min
All hell breaks loose in a three-way battle between the Minerva, Orb/Earth fleets and the Archangel.
Survivors and Sacrifices
Apr 30, 2005 · 24 min
As Dullindal plays a lonely game of chess, he reflects upon the past and the philosophy of his dear friend, Rau Le Crueset.
Fates
May 7, 2005 · 24 min
In order to save Stella's life, Shinn brings her back to Neo.
A Fleeting Dream
May 14, 2005 · 24 min
Shinn and Rey both receive pardons for freeing Stella, a Prisoner of War, much to Talia and Athrun's surprise. Meanwhile, a revitalized Stella pilots the EA's new heavy assault MS,
The Endless Night
May 21, 2005 · 24 min
The Minerva and Archangel work to stop the Destroy and its destructive rampage through Europe. Shinn is shocked to learn that Stella is the unit's pilot.
Stella
May 28, 2005 · 24 min
Shinn, swearing vengeance on the Freedom, studies up on it with hopes of defeating the MS that killed Stella. Meanwhile, the Earth Sphere is thrown into chaos as Durandal announces
The World Revealed
Jun 4, 2005 · 24 min
As the Archangel makes its way towards Orb, it is attacked by the Minerva. Having studied up on the Freedom, Shinn prepares to destroy it.
Nightmare
Jun 11, 2005 · 24 min
As the Archangel crew scrambles to stabilize their ship, Cagalli rescues an incapacitated Kira. Aboard the Minerva, Shinn gloats to Athrun about his victory. Dullindal decides to m
Eve of Chaos
Jun 18, 2005 · 24 min
After his less-than-warm reception to Dullindal, the Destiny and the Legend, Dullindal decides that Athrun will only hinder his goals. With Special Ops soldiers after his life, Ath
Athrun on the Run
Jun 25, 2005 · 24 min
Shinn is reluctant to shoot down Athrun's Gouf. However, Rey manages to relieve him of his doubts and convinces him to shoot down Athrun and Meyrin!
Thunder in the Dark
Jul 2, 2005 · 24 min
ZAFT leads an offensive on the EAF's Heaven's Base in hopes of defeating Logos.
A New Flag
Jul 9, 2005 · 24 min
After a trip to the Mendel Colony, Lacus and the Eternal's location is discovered by ZAFT. Just when it looks bleak for the Eternal, Kira comes to the rescue...
Kira of the Skies
Jul 16, 2005 · 24 min
After Zaft's ultimatum requesting Djibril, Yuuna gives the obvious lie of Djibril not being in Orb in a public announcement. Following the announcement, Zaft begins its invasion of
Legacy of Gold
Jul 23, 2005 · 24 min
Athrun and Kira share their thoughts of what has happened during the war.
Refrain
Jul 30, 2005 · 24 min
Athrun and Kira recall the past events from their perspective and explain why they follow the paths they have chosen.
Freedom and Justice
Aug 6, 2005 · 24 min
As the attack on Orb continues, Cagalli faces off against Shinn. She is saved by the timely arrival of Kira who descended from space with Lacus. Shinn is forced to retreat to resup
A Call for Counterattack
Aug 13, 2005 · 24 min
Athrun intervenes in the battle between Kira, Shinn, and Rey, which shocks Shinn who believed that he had killed Athrun previously. Yuna is crushed by a GOUF Ignited when he tried
Lacus Times Two
Aug 20, 2005 · 24 min
The real Lacus on television states that there is someone who has the same face, voice and name as herself in the PLANTs. She also states that people should find out more about Cha
Prelude to Revolution
Aug 27, 2005 · 24 min
After the attack on the PLANTs by the Requiem, the Orb forces begin their preparations to leave Earth. ZAFT begins their assault on Requiem and the Minerva is sent to the front lin
The Song of Truth
Sep 3, 2005 · 24 min
While gathering intelligence under the guise of a shopping trip at Copernicus City, Lacus receives a message from Meer, who is afraid of being killed. Though Athrun and Meyrin insi
Meer
Sep 10, 2005 · 24 min
A funeral is held for Meer on the Archangel. Athrun, Kira, Lacus, and Meyrin read Meer's diary and learn why she had aided Durandal.
To a New World
Sep 17, 2005 · 24 min
Chairman Durandal calls for the implementation of the "Destiny Plan", which is supposed to decide the fate of each individual on a genetic level. Only the Orb Union, the Kingdom of
Rey
Sep 24, 2005 · 24 min
Shinn and Rey are transferred to Messiah. Shinn is confronted by Durandal and Rey. Shinn finally decides to follow the course of action pointed out by Durandal and Rey. The Minerva
The Final Power
Oct 1, 2005 · 24 min
Kira in the Strike Freedom is confronted by Rey in the Legend. Meanwhile, Athrun in the Infinite Justice battles Lunamaria in the Impulse and Shinn in the Destiny. Requiem is destr