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Rie Tanaka Reveals Lacus-themed Nails, Fans React: "Amazing!" "Sparkling Pink"

On the 17th, voice actress Rie Tanaka updated her X (formerly Twitter) account to showcase nails featuring her character Lacus from the anime "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED."


Lacus Clyne Scene Cut from the Movie "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM"

Scene Cut from the Movie "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM" (C) Sotsu ・ Sunrise



On X, she posted, "Finale-themed nails. I'll do my best tomorrow! (Although I feel a bit sad, I'll give it my all)," along with a picture of her Lacus-themed nails.

Fans reacted with enthusiasm, commenting, "The nails are so cute," "They look so pretty," "Amazing!" and "The sparkly pink is adorable!"

The theatrical release of "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM" will conclude nationwide screenings on May 23, and a finale stage greeting, as well as a birthday celebration stage greeting for Kira and Cagalli, will be held tomorrow, the 18th.


Lacus Clyne Scene Cut from the Movie "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM"

Scene Cut from the Movie "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM" (C) Sotsu ・ Sunrise


The "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED" series first aired in October 2002 with a total of 50 episodes, marking the first Gundam TV series produced in the 21st century. The story depicts the conflict between genetically enhanced humans (Coordinators) and regular humans (Naturals), who are divided into the military organizations ZAFT and the Earth Alliance. It follows the struggles and growth of the protagonist Kira Yamato, a Coordinator.


Scene Cut from the Movie "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM" (C) Sotsu ・ Sunrise

Scene Cut from the Movie "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM" (C) Sotsu ・ Sunrise


The series attracted a significant female audience in addition to its existing fanbase, achieving a peak viewership rating of 8.0%. It also sparked a second Gunpla (Gundam plastic model) boom, especially among elementary school students, establishing itself as a landmark "new generation Gundam series."

The sequel TV series, "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY," aired from October 2004 and surpassed its predecessor with a peak viewership rating of 8.2%. The series' cumulative package sales have exceeded an astonishing 4 million units, and it became a popular work that transcended the boundaries of TV anime, impacting music and events throughout Japan.


Scene Cut from the Movie "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM" (C) Sotsu ・ Sunrise

Scene Cut from the Movie "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM" (C) Sotsu ・ Sunrise


The completely new movie "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM" continues the story from "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY," presenting new narratives for Kira, Athrun, Shinn, and others in a world where battles continue.


Source : ORICON NEWS

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