The world of anime has long been shaped by visionaries who push creative boundaries, and few have left a mark quite like Neon Genesis Evangelion's Hideaki Anno. Best known as the mastermind behind Neon Genesis Evangelion, Anno has built a legacy centered on deep psychological stories, intricate world-building, and a unique take on mecha anime. However, his latest project sees him stepping into a universe created by another legendary franchise, Mobile Suit Gundam. With the GQuuuuuux -Beginning- officially released, Anno has revealed the personal motivations behind his involvement, describing it as his way of giving back to a longtime collaborator and mentor.