Jamil Neate (ジャミル・ニート?) is a character introduced in the anime After War Gundam X, and featured in its manga adaptation and the side story After War Gundam X: Newtype Warrior Jamil Neate.
Personality & Character[]
Jamil is very serious and rarely cracks a smile or jokes. He has PTSD following his days as a pilot for the United Nations Earth, which prevents him from even entering a cockpit without having a reactions.[1] Over time, he begins to conquer his fear and once again operates as a pilot.[2] One of his goals is to find out who he really is as a Newtype.[3]
He is kind and caring, especially towards the younger generation. His goal after leaving the UNE is to protect other Newtypes from being used like he was, and he fights in order to protect them. His kindness extends to Oldtypes like Garrod Ran as well.
Skills & Abilities[]
Jamil was a skilled Newtype, but he mostly lost his abilties following the 7th Space War. Even without them, he is a skilled pilot who is able to fight against other Newtypes such as Carris Nautilus. He is also a skilled captain who is trusted by his subordinates.
History[]
7th Space War[]
Jamil Neate was a Newtype pilot for the United Nations Earth (UNE) during the 7th Space War, and piloted a GX-9900 Gundam X (GX). Using his Newtype abilities he was able to control a number of pilotless Gundams modelled after his own called GX-bits with the Flash System. Jamil became known as an ace pilot for the UNE, meeting his adversary Lancerow Dawell from the Space Revolutionary Army (SRA) again and again in combat.
On the final day of the war he was given an order to destroy one of the space colonies that was starting to move, using the Satellite Cannon of his Gundam and those of the GX-bits he was able to score a direct hit on the colony, thus starting the chain of events that led to the massive colony drop on Earth by the SRA. Jamil and Lancerow continued to duel as the colonies fell, until both of them disabled the others' Mobile Suit. Both pilots were injured in the battle, and lost their Newtype abilities as a result.
Life as a Vulture[]
After his GX was damaged. Jamil somehow made it back to Earth. With the loss of many of his Newtype abilities and his newfound Cockpit Phobia, he started a career as a Vulture, becoming the captain of the Freeden. He began his quest to search out and help fellow Newtypes and soon freed Tiffa Adil from the Alternative Company.[4]
However, the Freeden is soon attacked by Reich Anto's forces as Garrod Ran sneaks onboard and runs away with Tiffa. Jamil had already hired Witz Sou and Roybea Loy, a pair of freelance Vultures, and they fend off the attackers. They are soon dispatched against Garrod, who by this point had already betrayed Reich and killed him. He is surprised to see Garrod piloting a GX and asks the crew if the moon is out, worried about the Satellite System.[5] He warns Witz and Roybea not to damage the cockpit so that Tiffa isn't hurt, and watches as Garrod gets away. The crew soon catch up to Garrod, but he activates the Satellite Cannon with Tiffa's help. Jamil tries to use his Newtype abilities to stop Tiffa, but is unable to activate them and is forced to watch the destruction it brings forth.[6]
The GX runs out of energy after firing the Satellite Cannon and Jamil uses the opportunity to jump on the Gundam, open the cockpit from the outside and force Garrod out at gunpoint. After Garrod is apprehended, Jamil explains that Tiffa read the minds of the people killed by the Satellite Cannon, which caused her to suffer. Garrod lashes out at Jamil but he knocks Garrod out cold before telling Witz and Roybea to take him away. He notices the flowers by Tiffa's bed and suspects that Garrod visited her after breaking out of his cell. When Olba Frost pretends to be attacked by other Vultures, Jamil sends Witz and Roybea to rescue him. During the battle, he goes to Garrod's cell and brings him to the bridge, wanting him to watch the battle. He welcomes Olba on the Freeden and allows him to work for them while they repair his Gundam Ashtaron. He later follows Garrod to the flower field after his next escape and asks him why he didn't run.[7]
Jamil works with Garrod & Tiffa to bring down the Alternative Company
After Garrod answers him and heads back towards the ship, Jamil is alerted by Sala Tyrell about how Tiffa's condition has worsened. When Techcs Farzenberg informs him that Tiffa only has a week to live and that he can't do anything without proper facilities, Jamil decides to go after the Alternative Company labs again in order to treat her. His decision is not well received by the rest of the crew, who don't understand why he would go so far for a single girl. He tells everyone present about his past (Garrod was also eavesdropping) and about how he doesn't want Newtypes to be used for war like they were in the 7th Space War. This persuades the crew members, though Roybea and Witz drop out. He accepts their withdrawal and calls for some other Vultures to help with the raid. His call is answered by Rosso Aramant, Grits Joe and Rosa Intenso who he greets in turn. He holds a strategy meeting with them and resolves to pilot the GX. He finds Garrod being held down by Nine and Rococo. He questions them and finds that Garrod also wants to pilot the GX. Before they can resolve the situation, Olba kidnaps Tiffa and rendezvouses with Shagia Frost.[8] Jamil leads the attack against the Alternative Company's labs. After Tiffa starts communicating with him telepathically, he heads to the battlefield and gets into the GX alongside Garrod. He relays Tiffa's instructions to him, enabling him to use the Satellite Cannon against the enemy and their labs without hurting Tiffa. They succeed and Jamil sees off the other Vultures as they go their way.[1]
He later listens after Garrod causes an accident which results in some crew members getting injured. He dismisses the situation and does not punish him. He then heads back to Tiffa, who he has been spending a lot of time with. In a later conversation with Techcs, he is advised that he should have punished Garrod. Techcs explains that Garrod is not used to receiving kindness from others and that if he still feels bad, he may act recklessly again. His fear is proved to be justified as Garrod heads to a nuclear power plant on an unauthorized salvage mission. Jamil orders the Freeden to chase after Garrod and personally heads out in a DT-6800 Daughtress. Despite his cockpit phobia, he catches up to Garrod and tells him to run.[9] Although they escape the explosion, some rubble crashes into the cockpit of the Daughtress, leaving Jamil seriously injured.[10]
Jamil wakes up to find the Freeden under attack. He contacts the bridge and tells them to update him on the situation. He tells Sala Tyrrell to listen to Tiffa's advice, telling her he also would have made the same decision. He signals to Garrod and gives him instructions, telling him to use the Satellite System to hit the lake directly with the microwave and causing a steam explosion which wiped out Zakott Dattonel. The ensuing rain also puts the fires out. Jamil continues to rest in the sickbay until his wounds heal. He also tells Garrod that any further unauthorised action will not be tolerated and tasks him with protecting Tiffa as punishment for his actions.[11]
Fort Severn[]
After Tiffa locates another Newtype, Jamil sets course for Fort Severn in order to meet up with them. They reach after a week of travelling, but are confronted by Carris Nautilus and a team of mobile suits. Jamil watches as Carris uses his Newtype abilities to take down Garrod, Witz and Roybea.[12] He watches helplessly as Tiffa surrenders in order to protect Garrod and is taken away by Carris. He checks up on Garrod in the infirmary after the battle. When Kid Salsamille asks Jamil to let him upgrade the GX, he gives him permission to do so. He then asks Kid and Techcs to help him overcome his cockpit phobia so that he can help rescue Tiffa. He also decides to help Garrod get out of his rut after his crushing defeat, scolding him for being afraid. He takes Garrod to a frozen lake and throws the Gundam Controller in the middle. He tells Garrod that if he still wants to fight, he must retrieve the controller. He advises him not to think and just run. After Garrod retrieves the controller, he drives him back to the Freeden which is once again under attack from the Frost brothers and returns to the command room, while Garrod heads into battle.[2]
Jamil vs Carris
Jamil watches as Garrod quickly learns how to use the Gundam X Divider in its first battle, praising his extraordinary instincts and adaptability. He observes Garrod using the simulator to train, praising Kid's work. After Sala and Toniya Malme report back after gathering information in Fort Severn, Garrod impulsively heads towards Fort Severn. Though Jamil doesn't stop him as Garrod now understands his limitations, he also doesn't allow him to take the Gundam. Garrod is discovered later in the day and when the crew notice activity in the settlement, Jamil decides to send Witz and Roybea to back him up. However, they are attacked by Olba and have to fend him off instead.[13] He launches in the GX Divider and backs them up, then holds off Carris by himself in order to protect Garrod and Tiffa after they leave Fort Severn. After Carris withdraws, Jamil returns the Gundam Controller to Garrod and tells him not to expect his backup next time. He listens as Garrod tells him what he learnt about Nomoa Long's ambitions and Carris being a Cyber Newtype. He approves of Garrod's desire to help Carris and watches as the two boys face off once again.[14]
After Garrod wins, Carris is brought on to the Freeden for treatment. He leaves and is soon captured by Ennil El. He watches as the Patulia is activated and correctly deduces that Carris must be inside it. Garrod, Witz and Roybea face off against the Patulia and struggle. Tiffa convinces Jamil to help them after she hears Carris' voice, and Jamil sets out in Carris' Bertigo. He scolds Nomoa for dragging the younger generation into his revenge, but Nomoa does not listen and continues to wreak havoc on Fort Severn. After the battle ends, he sees Carris off along with the rest of the crew.[15]
Zonder Epta[]
After Tiffa draws a picture of the Freeden's next destination and informs Jamil that the location is nearby, he orders the three Gundam pilots to search the area. During the search, he apologizes to Sala for being a self-centred captain. He explains that he believed in humanity's future in the past, yet he was the one who pulled the trigger on the event that almost destroyed humanity. He wants to know if Newtypes will really create the future of mankind. After Garrod finds the location, Roybea gathers some of the crew members and gifts swimsuits to the females. He explains that this is a good opportunity for a break. Jamil overhears and agrees with Roybea, though he warns them not to go into the sea in order to avoid battles against Orcs. Tiffa goes into the sea anyway, and Jamil orders Garrod to retrieve her while avoiding combat with Orcs.[16]
The next day, Garrod reports to Jamil about seeing the Satellite System being used in the distance. Jamil knows that the Satellite System requires the Flash System and contemplated about how there may be a Newtype in the direction of the Satellite System. He decides to head in the direction of the light that Garrod saw. He calls a Sea Vulture while out at sea in order to restock. Garrod and Tiffa inform him about the White Dolphin being a Newtype, and Jamil is persuaded to rescue it from Doza Bale.[17]
Jamil reunites with Lucille
The Freeden continues in the direction of the light that Garrod saw and Jamil expects Tiffa to sense what they are looking for as they get closer. After the rest of the crew discuss the legend of Lorelei, Sala tells Jamil about how Tiffa is more cheerful compared to before and that looking at her and Garrod makes her feel shy and awkward too. Jamil reveals that he also felt like that when he was younger, though he does not elaborate. He later stares at the GX Divider and then at his photo with Lucille Liliant, thinking back to when he was younger. He is approached by Tiffa who insists that he change course towards the Sea of Lorelei. He listens to her and heads to the Sea of Lorelei in spite of a hurricane brewing in the area. They are attacked by Orcs under the orders of Marcus Guy, and Tiffa approaches him during the attack. Sensing that something is off with her, he opens a communication channel with Techcs so that he can see what is going on. As the fighting escalates, a mysterious light radiates from Tiffa's body and disables all the weapons. As she converses with Jamil, he realises that she is actually Lucille.[18]
When she collapses and is taken to the sickbay, Jamil explains to the members of the crew about their shared past. He laments about her in the captain's room when Sala comes to deliver a message from the command room. After finding out about Lucille and Jamil not responding to Toniya's call from the command room, Sala uses the opportunity to ask about his relationship with Lucille. Though Jamil does not give her a clear answer, she understands his feelings towards Lucille. As the crew attempts to recover Lucille's body, Garrod gives the Gundam Controller to Jamil and tells her that Lucille is waiting for him. Jamil takes the controller and personally pilots the GX Divider against the enemy. They are outnumbered and the situation looks bleak, but Lucille uses her power to connect with Jamil and helps him use the GX Bit units to overpower the enemy. After the enemy retreat, Jamil destroys the Bit suits as he believes they are no longer necessary. He retrieves Lucille's real body, but she reveals that she used the last of her power and will soon disappear. Jamil is saddened by this news and apologizes for not being able to save her. She tells him not to worry, and after she disappears he buries her body in the sea in accordance with her wishes.[19]
As they reach the general area where Garrod saw the beam, Jamil mentions to Sala that he has a bad feeling and continues to ponder over the strange soldiers they fought on the Sea of Lorelei. He suspects that they weren't Orcs, but perhaps the UNE (though he does not explicitly mention this). He sends the Gundam pilots out to search for the source of the beam but they don't have any luck. The Freeden soon receives a distress signal from a group of fishermen. Thanks to Tiffa's foresight, they learn that the fishermen are actually enemies and Jamil has them imprisoned. After the Freeden is attacked and the prisoners use the chaos to escape, Jamil chases after them while the pilots deploy to protect the ship. He corners their leader, Katokk Alzamille, and questions him about whether the UNE is making a comeback. Katokk refuses to answer and prepares to blow the room up with a grenade, but Tiffa jumps in and stop him. Jamil takes advantage of his hesitation and throws the grenade into the ocean.[20]
After imprisoning Katokk properly, Jamil attempts to interrogate him but struggles. The crew runs into an injured Ennil El, and use her flight path to locate the mysterious Gundam. Jamil sets course for Zonder Epta, where the Gundam is located, and schedules the Freeden to arrive after moonset in order to avoid the threat of the Satellite System. He attempts to talk with Katokk once again, admitting to him that he may only be searching for Newtype for the selfish purpose of healing his old wounds. His efforts result in failure once again, and Jamil heads to the command room. The enemy attack the Freeden pre-emptively, and during the battle Katokk breaks out of captivity and breaks into the command room. He forces Jamil and the crew to draw closer to Zonder Epta, placing them in firing range of the Satellite System. Katokk yells at Jamil for killing his wife and daughter, claiming they were on the colony that Jamil destroyed. He learns that the Gundam Double X on Zonder Epta was built by Jamil's own Gundam X from the 7th Space War. Up against the weapon he once used to destroy colonies, Jamil is forced to surrender.[21]
Jamil breaking free
When the crew is brought onto Zonder Epta, Jamil and Tiffa are separated from the rest of the crew. Before being separated, he left a coded message for the crew telling them to make an escape attempt at sunset the next day. He and Tiffa are invited to eat by Aimzat Kartral, and Jamil questions him on whether he intends to use Newtypes again. It is revealed by Tiffa to Katokk that Jamil actually knew that his family were already dead before he pulled the trigger, but didn't say anything as he understood that Katokk was simply taking his frustrations out. Though the crew makes their escape, Jamil and Tiffa were already being shipped off to the Newtype labs. Garrod and Katokk (who betrayed the New UNE) chase after them[22] and board the ship, and Jamil makes his move in response by knocking out his captors and running away with Tiffa. He finds the Gundam Controller with Tiffas guidance and brings it to Jamil and Katokk, who have made their way to the Double X. Katokk falls in battle protecting Jamil and the others, and Jamil watches his last moments. He covers Garrod as he runs to the Double X, and Jamil and Tiffa are taken away by the mobile suit after Garrod activates it. They return to the Freeden and Jamil takes command of the ship, watching as Garrod destroys Zonder Epta and chases away the New UNE.[23]
South Asia Front[]
Jamil orders the crew to land in South Asia in order to resupply. They meet with rulers of the People's Republic of Estard and are asked to help them in their battle against the New UNE. Jamil requests some time to consider, but decides to help after the city is bombed.[24] He questions Rooks Hanomark about whether the country truly has a future or not.[25] After the fall of Northernbell, Jamil stares at the Double X and considers that they may never be able to break free from the curse of war. Estard decides to surrender after Gastar joins the New UNE and the possibility of an ethnic cleansing looms over the country, but Lee Jackson heads to fight anyway. Jamil guesses that it is likely a suicide mission, and Garrod and Witz head out in their mobile suits to stop him.[26] He accepts Grant Stewart's proposition and allows both he and Prince Willis to board the Freeden so they may escape, but they are attacked by Milra Draid and his NRX-010 Gable. Garrod and Witz struggle, so Jamil asks Kid if he can use the GX. Kid informs him that he can now pilot it even without the Gunda Controller, so Jamil launches. They still struggle, but Roybea returns and creates an opening with his Leopard which Jamil and the others use to destroy the Gable. Willis resolves to return to Estard and the Freeden leaves unhindered.[27]
After leaving Estard, Jamil decides to head towards the Newtype labs where he and Tiffa were supposed to be taken by Aimzat. He wants to make use of Tiffa in order to find the labs, but she is unable to do so due to her abilities dropping. He consults Techcs about this. The Freeden is soon attacked by Abel Bauer and the Frost brothers. After Abel unlocks his Newtype powers, he overpowers Garrod and Witz with his Bit suits. Jamil heads out to battle in the GX, and the trio pull off a victory after Tiffa helps Garrod locate Abel's mobile suit. He checks up on Tiffa after she collapses from using her abilities[28]. After they reach the lab, Jamil agrees to meet with Karon Ratto in the Newtype labs. He does not trust her entirely and decides to head in alone, so that the ship is not caught within their territory. He warns the crew to defend themselves if necessary before leaving. He speaks with her but they are unable to find common ground. Jamil resolves to destroy the Newtype labs, but the Freeden comes under attack and he learns that it was a trap. He is placed in custody, but Karon was betrayed by the Frost brothers and the labs are also attacked. Jamil breaks out using the chaos and meets Nicola Fafas, who guides him to a helicopter. The two of them fly back to the Freeden and Jamil immediately heads into battle with his GX, not noticing Nicola's ploy to sneak aboard the Freeden to kidnap Tiffa.[29] After learning about Tiffa being taken away, he deduces that the New UNE is planning to head to space and decides to take advantage. After meeting with Ennil El, they discover a supply base that the New UNE was using to go to space but learn that the SRA have already taken it over. He is surprised to learn that the colonies are still at large and wonders if his old rival, Lancerow, is also still out there. Upon reaching the supply base, Jamil negotiates for Garrod and the Double X to be taken to the moon. The New UNE soon arrive and attack the supply base. Jamil and the others attempt to hold them off until Garrod can launch. Though hesitant, he authorizes the bridge to ram the Freeden into the enemy Bandaal. After the Bandaal is brought down and the Freeden destroyed, Jamil watches as Garrod flies off into space.[30]
8th Space War[]
Jamil is captured along with the other crew members by the New UNE, and they are taken away for execution. Jamil was given the option to return to the military but refused. They are rescued by Carris Nautilus, and Jamil mounts his GX Divider (which the rebels retrieved) and fights back with the other mobile suit pilots. The crew learn that Garrod and Tiffa have already returned from space[31] and reunite with them together with Carris. Garrod tells them about D.O.M.E, but Jamil doesn't know anything about it. He also learns that Lancerow is still alive.
Jamil and the rest of the crew is rescued by Carris Nautilus on the way to their execution, the group given back their Gundams as well before going to a base occupied by Carris forces and meeting up with Garrod, Tiffa, and Pala Sys. Taking the new space warship made by the New UNE, with help from Carris again, the newly named Freeden II launches to head towards the moon under Tiffa's guidance. They head with Carris to the New Orleans Base, and Jamil requests some time to think about what the crew should do.[32] The crew learns that the New UNE and the SRA are heading towards a full blown war, and at some point Jamil is proposed to by Sala. After they steal a ship from the rebels, Jamil boards the new Freeden II as the ships captain.[33] He tells the crew not to die, and when asked by Sala about what he will do after the war, he says he will figure it out after meeting D.O.M.E. Sala also presses him to give an answer to her proposal, to which he awkwardly remains silent.
Jamil with Lancerow as they listen to D.O.M.E.
During the war, Jamil fights off mobile suits from both sides as they make their way towards the moon. He holds off the Frost brothers alongside Lancerow, who decided to join him and repay his previous loss against them. D.O.M.E. makes its move, bringing Jamil and other important figures to the moon. Jamil meets Lancerow face to face for the first time, and they shake hands. Jamil learns about D.O.M.E. from Fixx Bloodman and breaks up the argument between Fixx and Seidel Rasso about Newtypes. He is angered by how they view Newtypes and the way D.O.M.E. was treated, and he rebukes them both.[34] Tiffa then speaks to D.O.M.E. and asks him to reveal the truth about Newtypes. Jamil listens attentively and is shocked to learn that the concept of Newtypes was an illusion, but nonetheless acknowledges that he was held prisoner by the belief that Newtypes would guide the future. After leaving the moon, he backs up Garrrod against the Frost brothers.[35]
Six months later, Jamil gives up his life as a Vulture and joins the New UNE along with his former first officer Sala Tyrrell, both working to bring peace to the world along with Lancerow and the SRA.
Relationships[]
Jamil and Sala at the end
Sala Tyrrell[]
Jamil trusts Sala as his second-in-command and she is one of the few crew members that he confides in. He does not know how to answer her affection once she makes him aware due to his mission, but accepts after the war and continues to work alongside her in the New UNE.
Garrod Ran[]
Jamil acts as a mentor figure to Garrod, guiding and encouraging him when he is down. He is affected by Garrod's youthful vigour which encourages him to overcome with trauma and begin piloting mobile suits again. After Garrod gets the Double X, Jamil takes Garrod's old GX and fights alongside him and the other pilots in battle.
Tiffa Adil[]
Jamil looks out for his fellow Newtype and tries his utmost to make sure she is safe and well. He also relies on her abilities to guide the Freeden to other Newtypes, and trusts her judgement.
Lancerow Dawell[]
Jamil and Lancerow are old rivals. When Jamil learns the SRA is still at large, he wonders what is Lancerow is also out there. Despite their history, they don't share any hatred for each other and respect each other, fighting alongside each other against the Frost brothers and sharing the same ideals. After the war, they both take leadership of one of the opposing factions and work to forge an era of peace.
Gallery[]
Character Designs[]
Anime[]
.png "Jamil Neate Pilot Suit 01 (AWG-X Ep38).png (2.27 MB)")
Illustrations & Artwork[]
Games[]
Notes & Trivia[]
- Jamil bares a lot of similarity with Amuro Ray, and his life showcases how Amuro's life may have gone if the OYW had ended differently.
- Like Amuro in Zeta, he also ends up fighting alongside his rival from the previous war.
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 You Pull The Trigger
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Just Run Without Thinking!
- ↑ I Am D.O.M.E. People Once Called Me A Newtype
- ↑ This Operation is Time Critical!
- ↑ Is There A Moon?
- ↑ I'll Give You Power...
- ↑ My Mount is Fierce!
- ↑ This Operation is Time Critical!
- ↑ I Don't Like It
- ↑ I'm Going to Sell the Gundam!
- ↑ Like Rain on the Street
- ↑ I Am a Newtype
- ↑ It's My Best Work
- ↑ I'm a Fool; Shoot me
- ↑ Can You Hear My Voice!
- ↑ Because I'm a Person Too
- ↑ Please Determine That for Yourself
- ↑ The Sea of Lorelei
- ↑ I Feel Like I'm Dreaming
- ↑ My Dead Wife's Favourite Saying
- ↑ The Ghost of 15 Years Ago
- ↑ My Dream is Real
- ↑ Double X, Activate!
- ↑ You are our Star of Hope
- ↑ Don't Say Anything
- ↑ It is Time for Goodbye
- ↑ Must I Shoot?
- ↑ Look at Me
- ↑ I Feel Like I May Never See You Again
- ↑ Fly, Garrod!
- ↑ I Will Not Let the Light Of Hope Go Out!
- ↑ The Next War is the War We Wanted
- ↑ Freeden, Launch!
- ↑ I Am D.O.M.E. People Once Called Me A Newtype
- ↑ The Moon Will Always Be There