Gihren Zabi
Dictatorial Military Supreme Commander of the Principality of Zeon
Military leader of the Principality of Zeon and eldest son of the Zabi family. As a cold-hearted dictator, he advocated supremacist ideology, leading the expansion of the Zeon nation and the war against the Federation.
Quotes
- Our forces are overwhelming, aren't they?
- Sieg Zeon!
- This universe will be dominated by the chosen superior species
- War is about numbers
- In the end, losers...
- Should not have made him a soldier
Trivia
- Director Tomino instructed the voice actor to 'speak like Hitler'
- The speech phrase 'Sieg Zeon' derives from the Nazi 'Sieg Heil'
- The murder of father Degwin is not clearly depicted in the story, remaining speculative
- The pince-nez has no temples, as noted in the setting illustrations
- At the end, shot by sister Kycilia, but showed boldness by having the composure to make a joke
Alternate names
Gihren Zabi
Supreme Commander of the Zeon Forces
Eldest Son of the Zabi Family
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
- Birth year
- Around UC 0044
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Tall with a dignified presence. Middle-aged with a pointed chin. Wears black pince-nez (rimless spectacles).
- Height
- Approx. 190cm
- Eye color
- Brown
- Distinguishing features
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- Pince-nez
- Pointed chin
- Iconic items
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- Black pince-nez
- Zeon military uniform
- Marker pen (used during political speeches)
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Ruthless
- Detailed personality
- A politician and military leader possessing hidden high intelligence and ruthlessness. He fervently believed in strong supremacist ideology, preaching the superiority of Spacenoids and domination by Zeon citizens. An eloquent orator skilled in speeches and incitement, with extremely high self-esteem. Cold toward his family, but shows consideration for his younger brother Garma. Appears calm and composed, but actually has emotional fluctuations.
- Keywords
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- Dictator
- Supremacist Ideology
- Orator
- Cool-headed
- High IQ
- Ruthless
- Ambitious
- Indifferent to Family
- Motto
- Sieg Zeon
- Talents
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- High IQ (approx. 240)
- Political Agitation Ability
- Military Strategy Formulation
- Oratory Talent
- Formation of Supremacist Ideology
- Skills
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- Military Leadership
- Political Control
- Propaganda
- Strategic Command
- Crisis Management
- Motivation
- Starting with establishing the independence of the Principality of Zeon in the Universal Century, ultimately aiming to conquer the Earth Federation and achieve domination of humanity by the chosen superior species.
- Habits
- Uses exaggerated gestures during speeches.
- Favorite foods
- Unknown
- Hobbies
- Political Activities, Speeches, Strategy Planning
- Favorite colors
- Unknown
History
- Backstory
- Born as the eldest son of the Zabi family, participated in political activities and the Zeon revolutionary movement from his youth. After father Degwin's retirement, became the de facto supreme leader of the Principality of Zeon, promoting a hardline independence war. Advocated supremacist ideology, positioning Zeon citizens as the "superior species" and excluding other ethnic groups and factions. Used his youngest brother Garma as a political pawn to incite the populace, but had constant friction with family and opponents. Ultimately abandoned father Degwin and had him assassinated according to his own schemes, murdering his father amid peace negotiations. In the final A Baoa Qu battle, shot by his sister Kycilia, ending his life in the story.
- Debut date
- April 7, 1979
- Work title
- Mobile Suit Gundam
- Media type
- Anime
- Episode or chapter
- First appearance in Episode 15
Appointment as Supreme Commander of Principality of Zeon
- Significant event
- Appointment as Supreme Commander of Principality of Zeon
- Description
- After father Degwin's retirement, reigned as the de facto supreme leader of the Principality of Zeon.
One Year War Leadership
- Significant event
- One Year War Leadership
- Description
- Commanded the Zeon independence war (One Year War), pushing forward full-scale war against the Federation government.
Garma State Funeral Speech
- Significant event
- Garma State Funeral Speech
- Description
- Politically exploited the death of his youngest brother Garma to boost national morale for war.
Murder of Father Degwin
- Significant event
- Murder of Father Degwin
- Description
- Murdered his father, who was moving toward peace negotiations with the Federation, by altering the Solar Ray's targeting.
Shot at A Baoa Qu
- Significant event
- Shot at A Baoa Qu
- Description
- Met his end when shot by his sister Kycilia inside the space fortress.
Relationships
Degwin Sodo Zabi
Father
Father and political adversary. Even after retirement, maintained public presence and influence. Ultimately murdered by Gihren.
Kycilia Zabi
Sibling
Eldest daughter and political rival. Remained in fierce opposition until the end.
Sasro Zabi
Sibling
Second son. Date of death unknown. Said to have been evaluated by Gihren during his lifetime.
Dozle Zabi
Sibling
Third son. Capable military commander with a personality contrasting Gihren. Collaborated several times.
Garma Zabi
Sibling
Youngest brother. Doted on but died early in battle. Used Garma's state funeral for political gain.
Char Aznable
Rival
Politically antagonistic, but recognized Char's talent and made use of it. No direct conflict at the end.
Principality of Zeon Military
Principality of Zeon Military: leader
Zabi Family
Zabi Family: leader
Media appearances
Mobile Suit Gundam
Anime / Protagonist
1979 TV series
Mobile Suit Gundam Theatrical Edition
Movie / Protagonist
1981 theatrical version
Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN
Anime / Protagonist
2015-2018 OVA
Mobile Suit Gundam THE ORIGIN
Manga / Protagonist
2001-2011 serialization
Mobile Suit Gundam: Gihren's Ambition
Game / Protagonist
Series starting from 1988
Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO
Anime / Supporting
2004 OVA
Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team
Anime / Supporting
1996 OVA
Voice cast and creators
Takashi Tanaka (now Banjō Ginga)
- Voice actor
- Takashi Tanaka (now Banjō Ginga)
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV anime version, theatrical version, THE ORIGIN
- Notes
- Original
Kōichi Yamadera
- Voice actor
- Kōichi Yamadera
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- GQuuuuuuX
Yoshiyuki Tomino
- Creator name
- Yoshiyuki Tomino
- Role
- Original author
Yoshikazu Yasuhiko
- Creator name
- Yoshikazu Yasuhiko
- Role
- Character designer
Nippon Sunrise
- Creator name
- Nippon Sunrise
- Role
- Animation studio
Bandai Namco
- Creator name
- Bandai Namco
- Role
- Publisher
Related goods
Gihren Zabi Figure
- Item name
- Gihren Zabi Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Gihren's Ambition Game Series
- Item name
- Gihren's Ambition Game Series
- Category
- Game
- Availability
- Regular