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EP 25fillerTetsuro saves Chromeria after her rebellion causes a hotel fire in the factory world of Masspron.
Mar 8, 1979In Masspron, a planet dominated by industrial factories, Tetsuro’s hotel is intentionally destroyed by fire. The arsonist is Chromeria, a young girl leading a rebellion aimed at teaching humanity to construct objects and restore the planet's beauty. Despite her destructive methods, Tetsuro intervenes to rescue Chromeria from facing execution. This act of mercy creates a complex situation as her movement seeks to change societal habits regarding creation and environmental care. The incident highlights the tension between her radical approach to beautification and the immediate consequences of her actions, setting the stage for further developments in their shared journey.
EP 26fillerThe Skeleton's Song details a betrayed egg vendor's hollow chest and false accusation against Tetsuro.
Mar 15, 1979A Horohoro egg vendor suffers physical deterioration, losing body parts whenever betrayed by his romantic partner. His condition has progressed until his chest is entirely hollow, containing only a few remaining bones. After conducting a transaction with Tetsuro, the vendor frames him for a crime. This false accusation occurs while the vendor attempts to shoot his former lover and her new partner. The narrative focuses on the vendor's tragic physical state and his subsequent actions toward Tetsuro amidst his personal turmoil.
EP 27fillerMaetel and Tetsuro meet a starving girl named Yuki in the perpetually snowy capital.
Mar 22, 1979On a planet where snow falls endlessly, Maetel and Tetsuro encounter a starving girl named Yuki. After they share a piece of biscuit with her, she invites them to her home. However, the girl's mother attempts to cut Tetsuro open, intending to use him as food. This encounter reveals the desperate and dangerous circumstances faced by the inhabitants of this frozen world, highlighting the stark contrast between the initial kindness shown by Yuki and the lethal intentions of her mother. The situation forces the travelers to confront the harsh realities of survival in this unending winter landscape.
EP 28fillerThe Great Writer of the Mirage Planet
Mar 29, 1979Tetsuro and his companions arrive on the Mirage Planet, which is believed to be uninhabited. They meet the renowned novelist Shosetsu Yoi, who had previously renounced all worldly connections. Despite his detachment, Yoi develops an attraction to Maetel. Consequently, he chooses to leave Tetsuro behind on the planet and departs using the 999. This sequence of events marks a significant shift in the group's journey as they navigate the unexpected social dynamics on this isolated world.
EP 29fillerThe gang faces the alcoholic ruler Sakezan on the Jungle Planet
Apr 5, 1979On the Jungle Planet, the group is captured by the alcoholic ruler Sakezan. Maetel is chained and forced to drink. Along with Liza, the queen, Tetsuro escapes Sakezan's lair and leaves Maetel behind. However, he returns again and faces Sakezan!
EP 30fillerThe 999 stops on Filament due to ghost interference, where Tetsuro is kidnapped by a ghost parent-child duo planning to use his body for revival.
Apr 12, 1979The 999 lands on the gas-filled planet Filament after encountering interference from ghosts. Tetsuro is abducted by a ghost parent-child duo who intend to use his body to revive themselves. However, their plans change once they discover he is on a mission to obtain a mechanical body. This revelation alters their intentions regarding his physical form. The situation creates a complex dynamic between the spirits and the human, shifting the focus from simple possession to a negotiation involving his specific goal. The encounter highlights the unique challenges of interacting with supernatural entities on this particular world.
EP 31Tetsuro encounters an assassin on Fury Planet while helping a tofu vendor.
Apr 19, 1979On Fury Planet, a society where residents are prone to violence, Tetsuro accidentally collides with a tofu vendor. Simultaneously, an assassin employed by Duke Mech, who is an associate of Count Mecha, targets Tetsuro for elimination. Feeling remorseful toward the polite vendor, Tetsuro attempts to compensate him with gold coins. However, the situation escalates as the assassin closes in, forcing Tetsuro to navigate the immediate danger while dealing with the aftermath of his accidental collision. The encounter highlights the volatile nature of the planet and introduces the threat posed by Duke Mech’s forces, leaving Tetsuro in a precarious position as he tries to resolve the conflict with the vendor while evading the hired killer.
EP 32fillerThe crew meets space warrior Edmond on the apple-shaped Sweet, Sweet Planet.
Apr 26, 1979The group encounters space warrior Edmond aboard the 999. Edmond hails from Sweet, Sweet Planet, a world shaped like an apple with bite marks. The terrain is so sweet that the government sold the land, ruining its appearance. Distressed by this destruction, Edmond attempted to fight the authorities, but his efforts were unsuccessful.
EP 33Lasen imprisons Tetsuro on the screw-specialized planet Ulatres before chasing his escape.
May 3, 1979On the planet Ulatres, which specializes in screws, a woman named Lasen develops a fondness for Tetsuro and imprisons him with the intention of living together. Tetsuro manages to escape, prompting Lasen to pursue him. During the chase, she observes his unwavering determination and refusal to give up. This realization leads her to take a deep look at herself, marking a moment of introspection regarding her actions and feelings toward Tetsuro. The narrative focuses on the conflict between Lasen's desire for companionship and Tetsuro's resistance, culminating in her self-reflection as she confronts the reality of his resolve.
EP 34Maetel encounters Wheel Lock in a gold-obsessed society where wealth is measured by plating.
May 18, 1979On a planet where social status depends on being plated in gold, Maetel has her suitcase stolen by a young boy named Wheel Lock. He intends to use the stolen items to get plated himself, but his mother intervenes and advises him against the theft. Respecting her wishes, Wheel Lock abandons his plan to steal. Instead of fleeing, he chooses to share information about his home world with Maetel, beginning a narrative about the unique culture and values of his society. This interaction marks the initial phase of their journey through this distinct environment.
EP 35Wheel Lock's mother opposes plating and asks him to continue the fight before she dies.
May 25, 1979Wheel Lock's mother opposes the tradition of plating and attempts to organize a resistance movement. On her deathbed, she requests that Wheel Lock carry on the struggle against gold plating. Tetsuro ventures into the center of the conflict, entering a magnetized tower covered in plating. Inside the structure, he encounters an unexpected presence. The narrative focuses on the personal stakes for Wheel Lock as he inherits his mother's mission while Tetsuro investigates the core of the plating phenomenon. This segment details the transition of leadership within the resistance and the dangers faced by those entering the fortified tower.
EP 36fillerTetsuro and the group encounter Dr. Cicropros and his clones in an abandoned ghost colony.
Jun 7, 1979Tetsuro and his companions arrive at a ghost colony that is theoretically uninhabited. There, they meet Dr. Cicropros alongside a large number of his clones. In the past, Cicropros failed to successfully establish the colony. He is now utilizing his clones to test whether the location is safe for habitation. This ongoing experiment aims to determine the viability of the area after his previous unsuccessful attempts. The group witnesses this investigation into the colony's safety conditions firsthand during their visit to this desolate settlement.
EP 37fillerTetsuro confronts animals on a pet soul planet after mistaking Maetel for being attacked
Jun 14, 1979The planet known as Mii-kun's Mansion of Life is described as a world filled with flowers and animals, serving as a resting place for the souls of beloved pets belonging to children. Tetsuro mistakenly believes that Maetel is under attack. In response to this perceived threat, he draws his gun and aims at the animals present. His aggressive action is immediately interrupted and stopped by the intervention of a mysterious woman who appears at the scene.
EP 38fillerThe Planet of the Cowardly Elder faces crisis due to President Delmukade's refusal to adopt a mechanical body.
Jun 21, 1979The 999 is in serious trouble on the Planet of the Cowardly Elder. This dire situation is caused by the planet's president, Delmukade, who trusts no one. Delmukade's primary motivation is to obtain Tetsuro's body. He lacks the courage to adopt a mechanical body himself, which drives his actions against the group. The narrative focuses on the conflict arising from his cowardice and his specific desire for Tetsuro's physical form, creating a significant threat to the 999's current status on this particular planet.
EP 39Tetsuro and Maetel recover stolen passes from weak inhabitants of the Mist Capitol
Jul 5, 1979The suitcase containing Tetsuro and Maetel's passes is stolen, but the thief collapses during the escape. It is revealed that the inhabitants of this planet possess only one percent of a normal human's physical strength, making their gunfire barely painful. The duo easily retrieves the suitcase, only to discover that the passes inside are counterfeit.
EP 40fillerThe Chief of the Spherical Housing Complex - Part One
Jul 19, 1979Upon arrival at the Spherical Housing Complex, a settlement of spherical dwellings, Maetel is immediately abducted by the Chief. This ruler resides in a castle in the sky and faces no opposition from men in the area. During his attempt to rescue her, Tetsuro meets a man who appears to be an older version of himself named Tetsugoro Hoshino. The narrative focuses on the initial abduction and the mysterious encounter with this doppelganger as Tetsuro navigates the complex to save Maetel from the Chief's grasp.
EP 41fillerTetsuro discovers secrets in the Chief's castle while Tetsugoro plants a bomb.
Jul 26, 1979Inside the Chief's castle, Tetsuro uncovers a secret and witnesses Maetel acting subservient to the Chief. He attempts to rescue her but is nearly ejected into space. Meanwhile, Tetsugoro, enraged by the death of his former lover, places a bomb on the castle. Tetsuro must save Maetel within the five minutes remaining before the bomb detonates.
EP 42Female's Memories: A Disturbance on the 999 Train Involving the Conductor and Maetel
Aug 2, 1979Approaching the station known as the Face of Memories, a woman passenger named Female creates chaos aboard the train, causing the 999 to derail. She appears to have a prior connection with the Conductor from his youth. Intentionally provoking him, she slaps Maetel. In response to this anger, the Conductor retrieves the gravity control device responsible for derailing the train. The incident highlights the complex history between these characters while disrupting their journey through the station.
EP 43fillerTetsuro encounters Kira after his pass is stolen on a perpetually windy planet.
Aug 16, 1979On a planet with constant winds, Tetsuro discovers his pass has been stolen. He suspects a young man named Kira, who denies the accusation. The following day, Kira appears before Tetsuro in a state of confusion. Kira explains that he intended to steal the pass specifically to board the 999. However, the situation becomes complicated by the behavior of Kira's father. Instead of crying or apologizing for his son's actions as expected, the father acts strangely. This unexpected reaction leaves Tetsuro and the audience questioning the true nature of the incident and the family dynamics involved in this encounter on the windy world.
EP 44fillerPrider performs at Deadwood Mountain while the 999 is seized by the Valkyries
Aug 30, 1979Prider arrives at Deadwood Mountain by train to earn money for his girlfriend Alice through music. Tetsuro sympathizes with Alice but remains silent. He becomes angry at Prider for his constant singing. During a confrontation, Tetsuro recalls how he received his pass from Maetel. Suddenly, the train 999 is hijacked by a terrifying mother-and-daughter duo called the Valkyries.
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Tetsuro attempts escape from Valkyrie mothership while Prider defends him
Sep 6, 1979Tetsuro, who has been taken aboard the Valkyrie's mothership, attempts to escape. Prider tries to defend Tetsuro and is stabbed by the Valkyries. The Valkyrie mother, whose anger stems from the fact her daughter was murdered by a human, squares off against the four of them.
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Maetel and friends explore an ancient battlefield with automated tanks
Sep 13, 1979Maetel, Nanmi, and Tetsuro descend into an ancient battlefield where fully automated tanks remain. These machines activate upon detecting the presence of life. During their exploration, Nanmi is shot. In response to this crisis, Maetel suddenly points a gun at Tetsuro. The situation raises questions about Maetel's actions and her methods for surviving the dangerous encounter with the dormant weaponry left behind on the site.
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The Laboratory of Eternal War - Part One
Sep 20, 1979On a planet treating war as tourism, the 999 halts while passengers dine and observe actual combat. Tetsuro is eating when a soldier dies, and Zeda, another soldier, spots Tetsuro. Zeda assumes Tetsuro enjoyed the violence and pursues him. To resolve this misunderstanding, Tetsuro retrieves his gun from the 999 and teams up with Zeda to work together and clear the confusion between them.
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Zeda joins Santana’s militia against the planet leader after Brudas betrays their plans to the enemy.
Sep 27, 1979Zeda is persuaded by a female soldier named Santana to join a rebel militia. They depart with the intention of engaging in actual combat against the planet's leader, rather than serving as a mere tourist attraction. However, Brudas betrays them, leaking their battle plan to the opposing forces. Tetsuro subsequently provides this critical information to Zeda. Meanwhile, the government is secretly orchestrating an ambush. The narrative focuses on the tension between the betrayed rebels and the impending governmental trap, highlighting the strategic maneuvers and betrayals that define this segment of the conflict.
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- How many episodes does Ginga Tetsudou 999 have?
- Ginga Tetsudou 999 has 113 episodes.
- When did Ginga Tetsudou 999 come out?
- Ginga Tetsudou 999 came out in 1978.
- Which studio made Ginga Tetsudou 999?
- Ginga Tetsudou 999 was produced by Toei Animation.
- Who directed Ginga Tetsudou 999?
- Ginga Tetsudou 999 was directed by Nobutaka Nishizawa.
- Is Ginga Tetsudou 999 finished?
- Current status of Ginga Tetsudou 999: Finished.