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Tetsuro rescues Stanley and his crew from the dangerous planet Arcadia.
Aug 14, 1980Tetsuro discovers a message in a bottle from the 999's window containing a letter from adventurer Stanley exploring the planet Arcadia. The letter indicates that Stanley and his crew face grave danger while searching for the giant elephant, Flame. Tetsuro convinces the 999 to travel to the planet. They quickly locate Stanley, his wife Merusa, and their assistant, Narl. While Merusa and Narl are relieved to be rescued, Stanley remains stubborn and insists on continuing his exploration despite the perilous situation. The group must navigate Stanley's determination against the immediate threats present on the planet.
- 85EP 85filler
Tetsuro and Maetel pause on the Planet of Illusive Love for thirty-eight hours and fourteen minutes.
Aug 21, 1980During their thirty-eight hour and fourteen minute stop on the Planet of Illusive Love, Tetsuro becomes separated from Maetel. He meets Naya, a girl who sells poems, and learns she is interested in Lestel, an aspiring artist residing in a specific room. The narrative shifts to Lestel, who is romantically involved with Feras, a woman who works as his model. However, Feras seems to harbor feelings for Bina, a wealthy young man frequenting the cafe where she is employed. This complex web of unrequited and intersecting affections unfolds among the characters during their brief stay on the planet.
- 86EP 86filler
Tetsuro and Maetel visit the Wisdom Tooth Planet where a father mistakes Tetsuro for his fugitive son Tetsuo.
Aug 28, 1980Tetsuro and Maetel arrive at the Wisdom Tooth Planet, a destination where many children have abandoned their homes, leaving anxious adults weary of waiting. They stay at an inn owned by a couple whose son also ran away. The father has developed stress-induced dementia and mistakenly identifies Tetsuro as his long-lost son, Tetsuo. The situation escalates when the real Tetsuo, who is a fugitive murderer, unexpectedly returns to the family home, creating a tense confrontation between the mistaken identity and the dangerous reality of the missing son's true nature.
- 87EP 87filler
Elza from the Sea
Sep 4, 1980On a planet constructed by God, inhabitants engage in constant military drills and conduct security checks with serious dedication. Meanwhile, the Suraroids, who fled the construction of an underwater city, are locked in a fierce conflict with the Brittenians. Nazuka, a Brittenian soldier, eagerly anticipates the return of his lover, the Suraroidan queen Elza. The narrative explores the tension between the rigid military society on the planet and the ongoing war involving the escaped Suraroids and their queen. Nazuka's personal hopes for reunion contrast with the broader geopolitical struggle, highlighting the complex relationships between the characters amidst the backdrop of a divinely built world and intense combat scenarios.
- 88EP 88filler
Yaku adapts his hunting methods on a primitive planet facing destruction
Sep 11, 1980Refugees from a doomed world live a Stone Age existence on a new planet, relying on hand-hunted animals and animal pelts for survival. Among them is Yaku, a young man who lacks physical strength but possesses skill in crafting tools. To compensate for his limitations, he utilizes a bow and arrow for hunting. Tetsuro observes Yaku’s situation and advises him that the focus should shift from the destruction of his home planet to how he will live moving forward. Following this advice, Yaku decides to make a significant change to his hunting techniques, altering the way he approaches the acquisition of food in this harsh, primitive environment.
- 89EP 89filler
Tetsuro and Wester are conscripted by rival gangs on a western-style planet.
Sep 25, 1980On the desolate Hangman's Planet, which resembles a western setting, Tetsuro quickly finds himself in trouble. A bitter dispute over gold mining exists between two gangs, the Blacks and the Whites. To obscure who is truly guilty, the White gang conscripts a lone gunman named Wester, while the Black gang conscripts Tetsuro. This situation rapidly escalates into a standoff between the two factions. Neither side has yet realized that this conflict is part of a larger plot orchestrated by the Sheriff and the Mayor.
- 90EP 90filler
The Snow Woman of Andromeda Part One
Oct 9, 1980Maetel shares a legend with Tetsuro about the gateway planet Snowinca, where merely glancing at the Snow Woman results in death. Upon arriving on the planet, Maetel takes Tetsuro to the universe's best ramen shop. Later that night, Tetsuro returns to the establishment alone. While conversing with the owner, the fabled Snow Woman unexpectedly enters the shop.
- 91EP 91filler
Maetel meets Snowlock while searching for Tetsuro in the Andromeda arc
Oct 16, 1980Maetel encounters mechanical body salesman Snowlock while searching for Tetsuro. The rumor of "Death upon glancing" was fabricated by Snowlock to prevent the Snow Woman from distributing free mechanical bodies. She intends to convert Tetsuro into a cyborg and steal his body to eat hot ramen. In response, Tetsuro agrees to prepare ramen that she can consume, promising it will warm her heart.
- 92EP 92filler
Tetsuro faces betrayal while fleeing the doomed underwater city on the Rainbow Sash planet.
Oct 23, 1980On the Planet of the Rainbow Sash, a paranoid governor forced citizens into an underwater city after initiating a nuclear war. This submerged settlement is now on the verge of destruction. Tetsuro secures lodging in an apartment above a hotel managed by an arrogant owner and an employee. He also obtains a pass for an emigration capsule intended for escape. Tetsuro plans to flee alongside his coworker, Kumiko. However, their attempt to leave is sabotaged when he is double-crossed by his companion. The governor's actions have left the population trapped in a sinking environment with limited means of survival.
- 93EP 93filler
Tetsuro and Maetel investigate mysterious murders on the Bug Planet involving Keiko
Oct 30, 1980Warnings circulate regarding strange killings on the Bug Planet. Upon arrival, Tetsuro and Maetel discover the body of a businessman. The investigation points toward Keiko, a girl who advocates for the insects and has allied with them. She urgently questions Tetsuro about transforming into a bug-man to assist in saving the planet's insect population. Shortly after this proposition, several miniature bug-men manifest directly in front of Tetsuro, presenting a surreal and immediate challenge to his decision.
- 94EP 94filler
The Locomotive detects space rail sabotage linked to Yayaball's Tiny World
Nov 6, 1980The Locomotive identifies an obstruction on the space rails, recognizing it as sabotage within Yayaball's Tiny World. This miniature Earth is entirely shaped by the whims of its creator, Yayaball. After checking in at the hotel with Maetel, Tetsuro receives an invitation to dinner from Yayaball. The Conductor is informed of the situation, highlighting the dangerous nature of this fabricated realm. The narrative focuses on the initial detection of the anomaly and the subsequent social interaction between Tetsuro and Yayaball, setting the stage for further events within this controlled environment.
- 95EP 95filler
Yayaball's Tiny World - Part Two
Nov 13, 1980Upon learning Tetsuro's motivations, Yayaball acknowledges his potential strength while secretly plotting to eliminate those above him. Maetel suspects her mother survived a past accident and requests Tetsuro's help to investigate the mansion. As they search the estate, it becomes apparent that a hidden figure is manipulating Yayaball from the shadows, concealing a significant secret.
- 96EP 96filler
Maetel and Tetsuro face arrest in the mechanized city of Quima
Nov 20, 1980On the planet Quima, society is entirely mechanized. The Conductor instructs Maetel and Tetsuro to dine exclusively at Galaxy Railways approved venues before they check into their hotel. Tensions rise as mechanized felines called Catroids and a faction known as the Flying Kuros provoke local authorities. While attempting to follow these flying cats, Maetel and Tetsuro become entangled in the conflict. Consequently, they are detained and charged with treason by the police forces of Quima.
- 97EP 97filler
Tetsuro and Maetel assist Neko and Meow against police cyborg conversion plans
Nov 27, 1980While pursuing Catroids, Tetsuro and Maetel encounter Neko, who is sheltering Meow, the Catroid leader, from law enforcement. Neko tearfully reveals that police on the planet are forcing citizens to become cyborgs. Authorities established a trap in a sushi restaurant where they captured individuals and converted them into mechanical beings. Both Neko and Meow were victims of this scheme. Consequently, they rely on the Flying Kuros to help identify and locate humans amidst the widespread transformation. This partnership highlights the desperate measures taken by those resisting the mandatory cyborg conversion imposed by the oppressive police force.
- 98EP 98
Tetsuro attempts to persuade author Mori to flee the doomed Planet of the Forgotten Ones.
Dec 4, 1980The group arrives at the Planet of the Forgotten Ones, a world scheduled for destruction and eroded by an intense sun. Residents must apply to government officials to qualify for evacuation. Despite these strict requirements, the author Mori chooses to remain on the planet to complete his historical records. Tetsuro encounters Mori and earnestly tries to convince him to leave before it is too late. The narrative focuses on this confrontation and Mori's determination to stay behind, highlighting the tension between the urge to escape and the desire to preserve the planet's history until its inevitable end.
- 99EP 99filler
Tetsuro rides a four-dimensional elevator to find Maetel in the Bottomless City.
Dec 11, 1980Tetsuro and Maetel stay at a hotel in the Bottomless City, where structures extend to extreme heights and depths. They are advised against using the elevator, but Tetsuro grows concerned after hearing Kezaluna call out to Maetel. He decides to take the elevator to locate her. The device proves to be a four-dimensional elevator, transporting him into different dimensions. Inside this strange environment, Tetsuro unexpectedly witnesses a wedding ceremony involving Maetel and Kezaluna. This journey through multiple dimensions leads to an unexpected and shocking revelation regarding Maetel's current situation and her relationship with Kezaluna.
- 100EP 100filler
Tetsuro ejected from 999 into garbage-filled space tunnel near Loose Zone
Dec 18, 1980The Conductor announces a twelve-hour stop at Loose Zone with evident laziness. Consequently, Tetsuro is ejected from the 999 train. Maetel and the Conductor attempt to locate him, but their search proves unsuccessful, resulting in Tetsuro being flung off the train entirely. He finds himself in a space tunnel crowded with garbage. While fleeing from a giant garbage monster within this environment, Tetsuro eventually reaches the path leading to planet Loose Zone.
- 101EP 101filler
The Planet of Eternal Dream Pursuit
Dec 25, 1980The group arrives on the Planet of Dream Pursuit, a world governed by strict logic where idleness is punishable by death. Government officials assign all jobs to ensure productivity. Aaron, a young rocket mission control officer, secretly harbors a passion for comics and frequently sketches on official documents. Although he aspired to become a manga artist, the state mandated his current role. Despite the oppressive system and the immediate consequences for non-compliance, Aaron refuses to abandon his artistic ambitions. He continues to pursue his dream of creating comics while working in his assigned position, balancing his secret creativity against the harsh realities of the planet's unforgiving societal structure.
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Frequently asked questions
- 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.