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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.
- 47EP 47filler
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.
- 49EP 49filler
Tetsuro and Maetel face typhoon troubles on a hardworking planet
Oct 18, 1979Tetsuro and his companions arrive at a planet inhabited by industrious people who possess great vigor despite their poverty. They are warmly received by a hardworking couple running the inn where they stay. However, a typhoon strikes, causing Tetsuro and Maetel to lose their passes and luggage. Consequently, Tetsuro begins to suspect the innkeepers of involvement in the theft. The narrative explores the tension between the travelers' misfortune and the hosts' character, leaving the true nature of the incident unresolved as the group navigates the aftermath of the storm and the resulting accusations.
- 50EP 50filler
Eroze the Soundless Tunnel Android Targets the 999
Oct 25, 1979Eroze, a woman who controls soundless tunnels, attempts to destroy the 999. Tetsuro accompanies her to prevent this destruction, only to discover she is an android designed for schadenfreude. Enraged by her cruel pranks and the threat to the 999, Tetsuro confronts her true nature. The narrative reveals the shocking reality behind her actions as the situation escalates. This episode explores the conflict between Tetsuro and the android, highlighting the dangers posed by her malicious intent. The story builds tension as the characters face the consequences of her destructive plans within the unique environment of the soundless tunnels.
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Artemis of the Transparent Sea - Part One
Nov 1, 1979A uniquely shaped planet hosting giant life-forms obstructs the 999's route. Lacking the will to move, the planet causes the 999 to sink as it cannot escape. To save the stranded train, the Galaxy Railways Administration plans to destroy the planet using oscillation waves. Just as this destruction is about to occur, a transparent woman arrives in a spaceship. This event marks the beginning of the rescue operation involving the mysterious visitor and the stranded travelers. The situation creates a critical standoff between the administrative order to eliminate the obstacle and the unexpected arrival of the woman who intervenes in the impending disaster.
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Artemis of the Transparent Sea Part Two details her return and death
Nov 8, 1979The transparent woman, identified as Artemis, resides on an oddly shaped planet. She previously departed to acquire a mechanical body but now desires to live on the planet again. However, she is compelled to perform exhausting labor to settle her debts. Ultimately, she returns to rest alongside her mother. Tetsuro weeps upon witnessing her death.
- 53EP 53filler
Maetel Returns Manabu Sunayama to the Hotel After Mistaking Him for Tetsuro
Nov 15, 1979Maetel accidentally brings Manabu Sunayama, a boy possessing a pass for the 999 who resembles Tetsuro, back to the hotel. Sunayama and his siblings endured extreme hardship to secure this pass, a journey that cost his older brother his life. However, the pass is revealed to be counterfeit. The narrative explores the tragic efforts of the Sunayama family to reach the 999, highlighting the devastating personal cost of their ambition and the subsequent realization that their ticket was invalid. This situation creates a complex dynamic involving the mistaken identity and the harsh reality facing those who sacrificed everything for a chance to board.
- 54EP 54filler
Tetsuro and Maetel face capture by Insectors who plan to cook them as food.
Nov 22, 1979Tetsuro and Maetel are captured by the Insectors, a group of bug-humans ruling their planet. The captors intend to boil the pair to feed their children. However, the planet's unique environment lowers the boiling point of water, allowing Tetsuro and Maetel to escape without injury. Despite this escape, the Insectors proceed to encase the 999 in a cocoon. They plan to utilize the 999 and its passengers as food for their offspring. The Insectors send the cocooned vessel off to another planet designated for food supplies. This sequence of events highlights the immediate danger faced by the protagonists and the resourceful nature of their captors in this hostile environment.
- 55EP 55filler
The Endless Summer Tale Continues With Insector Babies Aboard
Nov 29, 1979Tetsuro struggles to shoot the Insector babies hatching from their eggs. The 999 departs into space carrying the young insects. These creatures consume the seats, floors, and all visible matter with immense hunger. Although the humans appear to be in immediate peril due to the destruction, the situation takes an unexpected turn that prevents disaster. The narrative focuses on the tension between the crew's inability to eliminate the threat and the subsequent survival of the ship amidst the voracious appetite of the Insector babies.
- 56EP 56filler
The Cold Blooded Empire - Part One
Dec 6, 1979On the Dinosaur Planet, a dinosaur named Tiny requests passage aboard the 999. The vessel is not designed for passengers of his size, regardless of his name. Tensions rise as the local inhabitants harbor deep fear toward visitors from other worlds. This suspicion leads to hostility, resulting in the attack and subsequent capture of the outsiders. The situation highlights the cultural divide and immediate danger faced by those arriving on this alien world, setting the stage for further conflict between the travelers and the planet's native population.
- 57EP 57filler
Tiny sends a message through Rayde to Tetsuro after learning of his troubles.
Dec 13, 1979Upon hearing about Tetsuro's difficulties from his girlfriend Rayde, Tiny requests that she deliver a communication to him. Rayde intervenes to rescue Tetsuro on Tiny's behalf and successfully conveys the note. The message reads, "You're awfully polite considering we're friends." Despite the situation, Tetsuro is unwilling to accept a permanent separation from Tiny. Consequently, he decides to travel to see him one more time, driven by his desire to maintain their connection rather than letting their relationship end.
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Tetsuro meets a water ghost in Footstep Village while Maetel intervenes
Dec 20, 1979Tetsuro visits a planet rumored to be haunted by ghosts, where he encounters a spectral entity composed of water. This ghost, identified as Yayoi, requests that Tetsuro excavate the ground beneath a specific tree. Maetel, concerned for Tetsuro's safety, drives Yayoi away. The narrative concludes with a revelation regarding the contents of a package, leaving the outcome uncertain.
- 59EP 59filler
Sabrina seeks Tetsuro's help to escape the automated planet of The Lazy Man's Mirror.
Dec 27, 1979On The Lazy Man's Mirror, a planet where all tasks are automated and inhabitants have become too obese, causing their homes to explode, Sabrina decides she no longer wishes to remain. She asks Tetsuro to assist her in boarding the 999. However, the Galaxy Railways enforce strict policies requiring a valid pass for entry, creating an obstacle for their departure. This situation highlights the extreme consequences of a life without labor on this specific world, as Sabrina actively seeks a way out despite the bureaucratic hurdles presented by the railway's regulations.
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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.