The Archangel, a cutting-edge battle carrier, has managed to maneuver through dangerous war zones with the help of the young, enhanced Coordinator Kira Yamato and his advanced robot, the Strike Gundam. But the constant battles take their toll on the young pilotw̜hen Kira isnt́ fighting in reality, he battles in his nightmares. While scavenging for vital supplies amid a vast graveyard of space colonies, the crew turns up Lacus Clyne, the beautiful daughter of a high official of the Zaft Empire. But is this lovely hostage a blessing or a curse?