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ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam — Specifications, Lineage & Appearances

ZGMF-X88S

ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam Prototype Transformable Assault Ground Mobile Suit from Gundam Cosmic Era
ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam

The ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam is a prototype transformable assault ground mobile suit from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Integrated Design Bureau. Within the franchise it is considered canon.

Within the story, the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam first appears in October 2, 73 C.E.

The ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam in turn led to 3 derived units — GAT-X399/Q Wild Dagger, ZGMF-X56S/ζ Gaia Impulse Gundam and ZGMF-X222Nya Nyaia Gundam. Both directions are mapped on the interactive tree above.

The ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam has appeared in 22 Gundam releases across 2004–2021, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004). Later appearances include Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (GBA), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray (Photo-Novel) and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: The Edge and 17 more.

It was fielded by Mass-Divers, Coalition of Volunteers, Earth Alliance, OMNI Enforcer and Phantom Pain and 2 more.

3 Gunpla model kits have been catalogued for the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam, alongside 4 figures and other collectibles.

Specifications

Model number
ZGMF-X88S
Classification
Prototype Transformable Assault Ground Mobile Suit
Manufacturer
Integrated Design Bureau
Universe
Cosmic Era
Canon status
canon
Overall height
17.80 m
Power source
Ultracompact Energy Battery
Armor
Variable Phase Shift armor
First seen
October 2, 73 C.E.

Special Equipment & Features

  • Deuterion Beam Energy Transfer System

Production Timeline

The ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam has appeared in 12 releases from 2004 to 2018.

  1. 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (debut)
  2. 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray
  3. 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray (Photo-Novel)
  4. 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: The Edge
  5. 2005 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (Novel)
  6. 2005 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E.
  7. 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Special Edition
  8. 2013 — Gundam Build Fighters Amazing
  9. 2013 — Gundam Build Fighters Document
  10. 2014 — GBFT
  11. 2014 — Gundam Build Fighters Try
  12. 2018 — Gundam Build Divers

Games featuring the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam

The ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam is playable in 10 Gundam games.

  1. 2004 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (GBA)
  2. 2006 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II
  3. 2009 — SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online
  4. 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny
  5. 2012 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Full Boost
  6. 2013 — Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn
  7. 2014 — Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost
  8. 2016 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON
  9. 2018 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2
  10. 2021 — Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2 XBoost

Development Lineage

Develops into & variants

Related mobile suits

Other machines catalogued alongside the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam — same series where one exists, otherwise the same timeline. Each links to its own development tree.

Operators: Mass-Divers, Coalition of Volunteers, Earth Alliance, OMNI Enforcer, Phantom Pain, Three Ships Alliance, Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty

ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam Model Kits

3 catalogued model kits for the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam (plus 4 figures and other collectibles):

See all ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam kits, prices and community builds

Frequently asked questions about the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam

What is the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam?
The ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam is a prototype transformable assault ground mobile suit from the Cosmic Era timeline of the Gundam franchise. It was manufactured by Integrated Design Bureau. It is considered canon within the franchise.
What mobile suits were developed from the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam?
3 units were developed from or built as variants of the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam: GAT-X399/Q Wild Dagger, ZGMF-X56S/ζ Gaia Impulse Gundam and ZGMF-X222Nya Nyaia Gundam.
Which factions operated the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam?
The ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam was operated by Mass-Divers, Coalition of Volunteers, Earth Alliance, OMNI Enforcer, Phantom Pain, Three Ships Alliance and Zodiac Alliance of Freedom Treaty.
How big is the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam?
The ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam stands 17.80 m tall, is armoured in Variable Phase Shift armor.
Which Gundam series does the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam appear in?
The ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam appears in 12 Gundam releases, debuting in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004): Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny Astray (Photo-Novel), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: The Edge, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (Novel) and Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Generation of C.E. (plus 6 more).
Which Gundam games is the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam in?
The ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam is playable in 10 Gundam games: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (GBA), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny: Alliance vs. Z.A.F.T. II, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Full Boost, Dynasty Warriors Gundam Reborn, Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost and Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxi Boost ON (plus 2 more). It originally appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny (2004), not in a game.
Are there Gunpla model kits of the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam?
Yes — 3 model kits are catalogued for the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam, alongside 4 figures and other collectibles, listed with grade, scale and release year on its Gunpla page.

Explore the full interactive development tree for the ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam above, or browse every Gundam mobile suit. Browse ZGMF-X88S Gaia Gundam Gunpla kits & merchandise (7). Reference: Gundam Wiki.