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Tetsuro and Maetel arrive on the Future Planet where Taro steals Tetsuro's pass
Jan 10, 1980Tetsuro and Maetel reach the Future Planet, a location where the existence of the 999 remains hidden. Upon arrival, Tetsuro’s pass is taken by a young boy named Taro, who harbors dreams of space travel. The pair then look for accommodation and settle at an inexpensive hostel. There, they encounter Futoshi Adachi, an individual aspiring to become a comic artist. This sequence marks the beginning of their stay on the planet, introducing key local characters and the immediate conflict regarding the stolen identification pass while they navigate the secret society dynamics of the area.
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Tetsuro works without food to recover his pass for the 999 train while Taro questions his desire to board.
Jan 17, 1980Deprived of food, Tetsuro starts working to retrieve his pass, which is necessary to board the 999. Since the pass will not be reissued, he and Maetel wait at the station to recover it. Taro arrives but suddenly doubts his intention to board the 999.
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Tetsuro faces police after Heron encounter under strict night curfew
Jan 24, 1980On the planet Town without Night, the Perfect Sleep law prohibits going out after dark. Tetsuro is involved in a physical altercation with a group of men who are attempting to capture the monster Heron. The police intervene and take Tetsuro into custody. This detention causes him to fear that he will miss his scheduled departure on the 999. Just as his situation seems dire, Heron makes another appearance, altering the course of events.
- 63EP 63
Tetsuro tasked with killing Lelan to prevent artificial sun launch on Dark-Dark
Jan 31, 1980A woman requests that Tetsuro assassinate her sister, Lelan, to stop the activation of an artificial sun on the perpetually dark planet Dark-Dark. The requester fears the unknown consequences of ending the eternal night. However, Lelan intercepts the plan by kidnapping Maetel and proceeds to execute her scheme regardless of the warning. This action forces Tetsuro to confront the immediate threat posed by Lelan's determination to bring light to the planet, disrupting the delicate balance of the environment and endangering those involved in the conflict.
- 64EP 64
Maetel fails to stop Tetsuro from yelling on the Silent Planet, leading to his execution and rescue by Sylvia.
Feb 7, 1980On the planet known as the Mecca of Silence, creating loud noises is strictly prohibited by law. Maetel attempts to prevent Tetsuro from shouting out the window of the 999, but her efforts are unsuccessful. Consequently, Tetsuro is swiftly executed solely for making that noise. He is then saved by a woman named Sylvia, who reveals that her husband suffered the same fate. Despite this tragic connection, authorities resume their pursuit of Tetsuro, forcing him to flee while accompanied by Sylvia as they evade capture on this oppressive world.
- 65EP 65filler
Tetsuro and Maetel confront the queen to end the food tribute system on the planet.
Feb 14, 1980On the planet the Witch's Harp, a severe food shortage exists because nearly all sustenance is collected as tribute for the queen. The protagonists encounter a young man named Nichola who is killed over a small amount of food. Enraged by this injustice, Tetsuro and Maetel travel to the queen's island to dismantle the tributary system. Upon their arrival, they make a surprising discovery that alters their understanding of the situation.
- 66EP 66
Maetel and Tetsuro encounter a cyborg society that treats funerals as casual entertainment on an immortal world.
Feb 21, 1980On a planet where all residents are cyborgs, death holds no significance due to their immortality. The inhabitants have turned funerals into a casual pastime, performing them for anyone they choose. Maetel and Tetsuro are attacked and buried alive by these locals. They are rescued by a woman named Machiru, who explains the history behind the planet's unique culture. However, the situation takes a dark turn when Machiru herself becomes the subject of a funeral, sacrificing her life to complete the ritual. The protagonists must navigate this bizarre society where mortality is a choice rather than a certainty, facing immediate danger from citizens who view death as mere entertainment.
- 67EP 67filler
Space Monk Dyruz Rings Bell Causing Dental Crisis on Asteroid
Feb 28, 1980Space Monk Dyruz traverses the galaxy, ringing his bell from planet to planet. The resulting vibrations derail the 999 and cause Tetsuro's teeth to shatter. Consequently, they seek emergency treatment at the Emergency Medical Treatment Asteroid. There, they meet Mikail, a young man who is severely injured and ready to give up on life. Tetsuro and Dyruz compete to see who can restore hope to the young man. This encounter forces both characters to confront their own methods of providing comfort and inspiration to those in despair. The situation highlights the contrasting approaches of the monk and the young man as they strive to help Mikail find a reason to continue living amidst his physical and emotional suffering.
- 68EP 68filler
Humans are dissected on Curiosity after Maetel is forced to undress
Mar 6, 1980On the planet Curiosity, inhabitants capture humans for dissection out of mere curiosity. The 999 is compelled to land on this world, where Maetel is forced to remove her clothes. The Conductor then orders Maetel to be dissected. However, the situation takes an unexpected turn when Tetsuro uses a knife to cut into the planet itself instead of following the command to harm Maetel. This sequence of events highlights the bizarre and dangerous nature of the planet's inhabitants and their strange motivations regarding human anatomy and exploration.
- 69EP 69filler
C62 locomotive departs alone while Tetsuro passes time with Maetel and Conductor
Mar 13, 1980The 999's locomotive, C62, detaches from the passenger cars and speeds ahead. This departure serves as a test to determine how Tetsuro will occupy himself during the journey. Instead of waiting idly, Tetsuro spends his time happily interacting with the Conductor and Maetel. However, the peaceful atmosphere is disrupted by the presence of two robbers who have stolen a significant amount of money while on board. The narrative focuses on Tetsuro's activities amidst this hidden danger, setting the stage for potential conflict involving the criminals and the main characters as the train continues its route.
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Residents of the Flower Capital wear armor due to poisonous pollen from blooming flowers.
Mar 20, 1980The Flower Capital is a location filled with blooming flowers, where every inhabitant wears special protective armor. This precaution is necessary because the flowers in this area emit toxic pollen that poses a danger to the population. Despite the beauty of the surroundings, the environment presents a significant health risk to the residents. A difficult situation arises regarding the management of these plants, as someone must take action to burn all the flowers. This drastic measure is required to eliminate the source of the poison and ensure the safety of the people living in the capital.
- 71EP 71filler
Tetsuro and Yosaku battle a monstrous bird to protect their crops on the barren planet Limbo.
Mar 27, 1980Tetsuro and Maetel arrive on Limbo, a desolate planet devoid of grass and trees. There, they encounter a man enduring a harsh existence by tilling the soil under difficult conditions, along with his son, Yosaku. The pair intends to continue farming until their crops reach maturity. However, their plans are interrupted when a monstrous bird attacks the area. To safeguard the man and his livelihood, Tetsuro and Yosaku engage in combat against the creature. This encounter highlights the severe challenges faced by those living on this unforgiving world, forcing the visitors to intervene directly to ensure the safety of the local residents amidst the sudden danger.
- 72EP 72filler
Tetsuro and friends face capture by the thin Ghost Hoppers on the triple-sunned planet Kilimanjaro.
Apr 24, 1980On the snow-covered planet Kilimanjaro, which orbits three shining suns, Tetsuro and his companions are taken prisoner by the Ghost Hoppers. This peculiar race is characterized by their paper-thin bodies and takes great pride in their advanced technology. Rather than treating the captives as prisoners of war, the Ghost Hoppers intend to utilize Tetsuro and the gang as subjects for a scientific experiment. The group finds themselves in a precarious situation as they are prepared to be studied as specimens by this technologically superior and proud alien species.
- 73EP 73filler
The group escapes prison and meets the sacred queen of the Ghost Hoppers
May 1, 1980After successfully escaping from jail, the group encounters the sacred queen of the Ghost Hoppers. She explains that her people pushed science too far, causing their current appearance. The queen assists them in reverting the 999's tracks back to their original state. Consequently, she decides to rebel against her own subjects, who refuse to heed her advice.
- 74EP 74filler
The Gimme Planet of 1,765,000,000 People
May 8, 1980The 999 arrives at a world inhabited entirely by beggars. A married couple named Rage and Pity, exhausted by the constant begging, seek to escape to a planet where they can survive independently. They board the 999 with this goal in mind. During their journey, they steal money and clothing from Tetsuro and Maetel. The narrative focuses on their desperate attempt to leave the beggar-filled planet and their subsequent actions aboard the ship. The story explores their motivations and the consequences of their theft as they navigate their new circumstances.
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The Water Nation of Cheyenne Demands Immediate Landing for the 999
May 15, 1980The spaceship 999 is forced into an unscheduled landing on a planet unknown to Maetel after receiving a threat to destroy them. The planet is primarily inhabited by underwater dwellers. The demand for landing was issued by Waterpress, the president of an underwater race that emigrated to this location. These settlers have heavily polluted the water and are engaged in ongoing conflict with the native Cheyenne Fish. The situation escalates as the visitors face the consequences of the inhabitants' environmental degradation and territorial disputes with the indigenous population.
- 76EP 76filler
Navarro pursues the 999 in a vintage shuttle while the Administration attempts a rescue mission.
May 29, 1980Navarro, chief of the Cheyenne Fish, chases the 999 after they took his people aboard. He uses an old-fashioned space shuttle to continue the pursuit. The Administration dispatches an armored car to rescue the 999 following a distress signal. However, Tetsuro and Maetel are held hostage, leaving the rescuers powerless. Consequently, the Administration allows Navarro to board the train after he arrives in his vintage shuttle. This sequence highlights the tension between the pursuing chief and the trapped passengers, with the rescue effort thwarted by the hostage situation. The narrative focuses on the immediate conflict and the strategic disadvantage faced by the 999 crew during this encounter.
- 77EP 77filler
Tetsuro and Maetel arrive at the Rainy Pond for a 64-hour stay amidst endless rain.
Jun 12, 1980Tetsuro and Maetel check into a hotel on a planet where it rains constantly, facing a mandatory stop of 64 hours and 23 minutes. A fellow passenger from the 999 causes a disturbance by reciting sutras and bothering other travelers throughout the night. He claims a witch on this world devours human souls and insists his prayers are necessary to protect everyone from harm. Maetel reveals that she is already familiar with the legend of this soul-eating witch, adding tension to their unexpected delay in this gloomy location.
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Cueflame seeks Maetel's life flame while Tetsuro intervenes to save her
Jun 26, 1980Cueflame claims to be the universe's most beautiful woman, sustaining this status by consuming the life flames of others. She specifically targets Maetel for her life flame, which would result in Maetel's death if consumed. Operating under Cueflame's command are an elderly woman from the hotel and a young woman named Arc. These two subordinates are dispatched to extract Maetel's life flame as ordered. In response to this threat, Tetsuro takes action to retrieve the life flame and prevent Maetel from dying. The narrative focuses on the conflict between Cueflame's desire for eternal beauty and the efforts to protect Maetel from having her life force stolen by her minions.
- 79EP 79
The Pirate of Time Castle - Part One
Jul 3, 1980Traveling through Planet Heavy Meldar, the group crosses from Earth Administration to Andromedan jurisdiction. Before landing, they spot a cloaked figure wielding one of the four unique Cosmo Guns. Upon arrival, Maetel departs to handle personal matters, prompting a suspicious Tetsuro to follow her. He tracks her movements into a local drinking establishment, seeking answers about her sudden and unusual behavior during their transit.
- 80EP 80
Tetsuro seeks the Castle of Time to rescue Maetel from Harlock with help from a stranger.
Jul 10, 1980Leryuz informs Tetsuro that Maetel has traveled to the Castle of Time to fight the pirate residing there. When Tetsuro inquires about the location at a local bar, the patrons refuse to assist due to their fear of Captain Harlock, who rules the castle. However, a mysterious man in a cloak intervenes to protect Tetsuro from the bar's violent patrons. Inspired by the hooded stranger's words, one individual lends Tetsuro an auto-bike. Armed with this vehicle, Tetsuro departs alone on a mission to reach the castle and save Maetel from her impending duel with Harlock.
- 81EP 81
Tetsuro fails to change his mother's fate and returns to the present via Leryuz.
Jul 17, 1980Tetsuro travels to the past but fails to prevent his mother's death, realizing the past cannot be altered. Leryuz uses her time manipulation powers to return him to the present. Meanwhile, the narrative reveals the true nature of the fake Harlock through his duel with Maetel. Unlike Maetel, who fought to restore galactic peace, the fake Harlock betrayed his people and Maetel, disrupting their revolutionary efforts. This confrontation exposes his history as a traitor who abandoned the cause of peace he once claimed to support. The episode contrasts Tetsuro's futile attempt to change personal tragedy with the revelation of Harlock's past betrayal and political failure.
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Kureha enters forbidden woods to see the world and meets wingless boy Leaf
Jul 24, 1980At the station known as The Butterfly's Dream, winged residents live briefly until cold winds arrive, prompting them to seek pleasure. Kureha, a winged girl, desires to explore beyond her limited lifespan and ventures into the forbidden woods. There, she encounters Leaf, a poor boy without wings. This meeting occurs within a society where those with wings enjoy a graceful existence while a lower class without wings faces discrimination. The narrative focuses on Kureha's quest for broader experiences during her short time, leading to her interaction with Leaf in the restricted forest area.
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Maetel and Tetsuro investigate degeneration on planet three while fleeing attackers.
Jul 31, 1980Planet one, Zaba, and plane four, Maya, are engaged in a war to the death. Though they knew nearby planet number five was about to blow up, the 999 had to make a critical stop on planet number three. Upon exiting the train, Maetel and Tetsuro are attacked by a mysterious ape-man and their passes are stolen. While researching the planet, they meet a boy from planet number one, Seth. He came with his girlfriend from Zaba, which was on the verge of destruction. They plan to stop the mysterious degeneration on planet number three to create a new Zaba.
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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.