“It is the year 0079, of the universal century. Almost a half century has passed since earth began moving it’s burgeoning population into giant orbiting space colonies. A new home for mankind, where people are born, and raised, and die.”

“Approximately 9 months ago the cluster of colonies furthest from earth known as side 3, proclaimed itself the Principality of Zeon, and began a war of independence against the Earth Federation.”

“Initial fighting lasted over a week and saw both sides lose half their respective populations. People were horrified at the atrocities that had been committed in the name of independence.”

“It has been eight months since the war started. and both sides have reached a stalemate”