Mobile Suit Crossbone Gundam - Steel 7

Mobile Suit Crossbone Gundam: Steel 7 was written by Yoshiyuki Tomino and illustrated by Yuichi Hasegawa, serving as the direct sequel to the original Crossbone Gundam series. Serialized in Gundam Ace between 2006 and 2007, it was created to expand upon the conclusion of the Crossbone narrative, detailing the final efforts of the Crossbone Vanguard to stop the Jupiter Empire's plan to destroy the Earth sphere using the Colony Laser. The story leans heavily into the signature dramatic flair of the Gundam franchise, focusing on the high-stakes political and military struggles that define the late Universal Century era.

The design of the series is characterized by Hasegawa’s distinct, energetic art style, which differentiates it from other installments in the Gundam canon. The narrative introduces several unique mobile suit variations, most notably the EMS-TC02 Phantom, designed to capture a sense of desperation and technical evolution as the conflict reaches its climax. Upon its release, the manga was well-received by fans for providing a definitive, action-packed conclusion to the Crossbone saga, solidifying its place as a cult classic within the expanded universe of the franchise.