The crew of the Federation warship White Base, having narrowly escaped assaults from Zeon's Char Aznable and Garma Zabi, must now confront Zeon forces as they journey across Asia, Europe, and the Atlantic Ocean to reach the Earth Federation's headquarters safely. Along the way, many crew members face their personal demons, grappling with fears, losses, and insecurities that test their resilience and growth as they fight for survival.