Ali Al-Saachez

Ali Al-Saachez (アリー・アル・サーシェス, Arī Aru Sāsheesu) was a mercenary who killed Setsuna F. Seiei’s family during the Krugis conflict and afterwards fought Celestial Being. The grudge between them outlasted that war.

Biography

Early life and Krugis conflict

Ali Al-Saachez was a mercenary who took part in the Krugis conflict, a war in the Middle East that preceded Celestial Being’s armed interventions. During this conflict, Ali led a group of child soldiers, including a young Setsuna F. Seiei, who was forced to fight in the war. Ali’s actions during this period, including the killing of Setsuna’s family, left a lasting trauma on Setsuna and shaped his worldview.

Ali’s role in the Krugis conflict demonstrated his willingness to use violence for personal gain and his lack of concern for the lives of others, particularly children. His actions during this period established him as a symbol of the cycle of violence and hatred that characterised many conflicts in the Anno Domini era.

Armed interventions

Ali reappears during Celestial Being’s armed intervention operations, now operating as a mercenary for various factions opposed to Celestial Being. His encounters with Setsuna become increasingly personal, as Setsuna recognises Ali as the man responsible for his traumatic past. These encounters force Setsuna to confront his past and his motivations for fighting.

Ali’s philosophy contrasts sharply with Celestial Being’s goals. Whilst Celestial Being seeks to eliminate warfare through armed intervention, Ali represents the perpetuation of violence and conflict. His actions demonstrate that simply eliminating warfare is not enough—the underlying causes of conflict, including individuals like Ali who profit from violence, must also be addressed.

A-LAWS conflict

During the A-LAWS conflict, Ali continued to operate as a mercenary, now working with various factions including the A-LAWS. His encounters with Setsuna became more frequent and intense, as both men were driven by their past connection and their opposing philosophies.

He also worked with the Innovators, genetically enhanced humans who sought to control humanity’s evolution. The alliance showed his willingness to serve anyone who could further his goals.

Final confrontation

Ali’s final confrontation with Setsuna came during the A-LAWS conflict and the later battle against the ELS. Ali’s death at Setsuna’s hands closed the grievance that had begun in the Krugis conflict, and Setsuna continued Celestial Being’s work against warfare.

Personality and traits

Ali is characterised by his amorality, his willingness to use violence for personal gain, and his lack of concern for the lives of others. He treated violence as a tool and showed no concern for the people it destroyed.

Ali’s philosophy is based on the belief that violence and conflict are inevitable and that individuals should use them to their advantage. This philosophy contrasts sharply with Celestial Being’s goals and Setsuna’s personal journey toward understanding and peace.

Relationship with Setsuna

Ali’s relationship with Setsuna is central to both characters’ development. Ali represents Setsuna’s traumatic past and the cycle of violence that Setsuna seeks to break. Their encounters force Setsuna to confront his motivations and his understanding of warfare, contributing to his growth as a character.

Setsuna’s eventual defeat of Ali represents his ability to overcome his past trauma and move forward. Their final confrontation closed the personal conflict that had driven Setsuna, and he continued Celestial Being’s work.

Significance

Ali Al-Saachez serves as a symbol of the cycle of violence and the persistence of conflict in the Anno Domini era. His character demonstrates that simply eliminating warfare is not enough—the underlying causes of conflict, including individuals who profit from violence, must also be addressed.

Ali was the personal face of the violence Setsuna was trying to leave behind. Their conflict set revenge against the hope of ending warfare.

Appearances

• Mobile Suit Gundam 00
• Mobile Suit Gundam 00 Second Season
• Mobile Suit Gundam 00: Awakening of the Trailblazer

See also

• Setsuna F. Seiei
• Celestial Being
• Krugis

External links

• Ali Al-Saachez on the Gundam Wiki