What was the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam developed from?

The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam was developed from ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam. Its full development lineage is mapped on the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam evolution tree.

Which factions operated the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam?

The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam was operated by BUILD DiVERS, Minerva Corps, Team FAITH and Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty.

How big is the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam?

The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam stands 18.08 m tall, is armoured in Variable Phase Shift armor.

Which Gundam series does the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam appear in?

The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam appears in 8 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004): Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Final Plus: The Chosen Future, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E., 30th Gundam Perfect Mission, GBFT and Gundam Build Fighters Try (plus 2 more).

Which Gundam games is the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam in?

The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam is playable in 16 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II, Dynasty Warriors Gundam 2, Mobile Suit Gundam Vs. Gundam Next, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Dynasty Warriors Gundam 3, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs., Mobile Suit Gundam AGE (Game) and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny (plus 8 more). It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004), not in a game.

ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

ZGMF-X42S

The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam is a prototype general-purpose mobile suit from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

Within the story, the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam first appears in 74 C.E.

The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam was developed from ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam. It in turn led to 7 derived units — BN-876 Scramble Gundam, GN-0000DVR/S Gundam 00 Sky, Gundam Areus, Gundam Artemis, Gundam Destiny Sky and ZGMF-X42SCV Destiny Gundam Honoo and 1 more. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam has appeared in 24 Gundam releases across 2004–2022, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Final Plus: The Chosen Future, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E., Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II and Dynasty Warriors Gundam 2 and 19 more.

It was fielded by BUILD DiVERS, Minerva Corps, Team FAITH and Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty.

10 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam, alongside 5 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number: ZGMF-X42S
Classification: Prototype General-Purpose Mobile Suit
Manufacturer: Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty
Universe: Cosmic Era
Canon status: canon
Overall height: 18.08 m
Power source: Hyper-Deuterion Engine
Armor: Variable Phase Shift armor
First seen: 74 C.E.
Last seen: 74 C.E.

Special Equipment & Features

Neutron Jammer Canceller
Voiture Lumiere propulsion system (Wings of Light)
Mirage Colloid System

Production Timeline

The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam has appeared in 8 releases from 2004 to 2020.

2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (debut)
2005 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Final Plus: The Chosen Future
2005 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E.
2009 — 30th Gundam Perfect Mission
2014 — GBFT
2014 — Gundam Build Fighters Try
2019 — Two Girls in Love with High Grade Model Kits
2020 — Gundam Build Divers Battlogue

Games featuring the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam

The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam is playable in 16 Gundam games.

2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II
2008 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam 2
2009 — Mobile Suit Gundam Vs. Gundam Next
2009 — SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online
2010 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam 3
2010 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs.
2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam AGE (Game)
2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny
2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Full Boost
2013 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn
2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost
2016 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON
2018 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2
2018 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2
2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2 XBoost
2022 — SD Gundam Battle Alliance

Development Lineage

Developed from

ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam

Develops into & variants

Operators: BUILD DiVERS, Minerva Corps, Team FAITH, Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty

ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam Model Kits

10 catalogued model kits for the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam (plus 5 figures and other collectibles), including these 8:

HGCE ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2019 · ¥2,200
SD Gundam EX-Standard Destiny Gundam — SD grade · SD · released 2016 · ¥660
RG ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam — RG grade · 1/144 · released 2013 · ¥2,500
MG 1/100 Destiny Gundam — MG grade · 1/100 · released 2007 · ¥5,280
HGGS ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam — HG grade · 1/144 · released 2005 · ¥1,680
MG ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam — MG grade
MG ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam/Extreme Blast Mode — MG grade
MG ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam (Clear Color Version) — MG grade

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Frequently asked questions about the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam

What is the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam?: The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam is a prototype general-purpose mobile suit from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty. It is considered canon within the franchise.
What was the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam developed from?: The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam was developed from ZGMF-X56S Impulse Gundam. Its full development lineage is mapped on the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam evolution tree.
What mobile suits were developed from the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam?: 7 units were developed from or built as variants of the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam: BN-876 Scramble Gundam, GN-0000DVR/S Gundam 00 Sky, Gundam Areus, Gundam Artemis, Gundam Destiny Sky, ZGMF-X42SCV Destiny Gundam Honoo and ZGMF/A-42S2 Destiny Gundam Spec II.
Which factions operated the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam?: The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam was operated by BUILD DiVERS, Minerva Corps, Team FAITH and Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty.
How big is the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam?: The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam stands 18.08 m tall, is armoured in Variable Phase Shift armor.
Which Gundam series does the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam appear in?: The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam appears in 8 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004): Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Final Plus: The Chosen Future, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E., 30th Gundam Perfect Mission, GBFT and Gundam Build Fighters Try (plus 2 more).
Which Gundam games is the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam in?: The ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam is playable in 16 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II, Dynasty Warriors Gundam 2, Mobile Suit Gundam Vs. Gundam Next, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Dynasty Warriors Gundam 3, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs., Mobile Suit Gundam AGE (Game) and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny (plus 8 more). It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam?: Yes — 10 model kits are catalogued for the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam, alongside 5 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. View its evolution tree & lineage. Browse ZGMF-X42S Destiny Gundam Gunpla kits & merchandise (15). Reference: Gundam Wiki.