The iconic Mobile Suit Gundam series has sparked countless debates since its debut in 1979, but one question has been consistent above all and that is why the creator, Yoshiyuki Tomino, placed a child in the horrors of war. Recently, Tomino shed light on this controversial decision, linking his story choices to Japan’s real and horrifying history. Speaking on a Japanese radio program, Tomino revealed how his creative vision for Amuro Ray was deeply influenced by real-world historical contexts, including the use of child soldiers during World War II.

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