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Hayate finds Freyja in Shahal City before Vars outbreak forces them to fight together
Apr 3, 2016In Shahal City on the planet Al Shahal, Hayate Immelman discovers stowaway Freyja Wion at the shipping docks. Freyja fled an arranged marriage to audition for the idol group Walküre on the planet Ragna, but Hayate reveals she is on the wrong world. A sudden Vars outbreak causes Zentradi soldiers to go rogue and attack the city. Walküre and Delta Squadron attempt to contain the threat, but are soon engaged in a fierce dogfight with the Aerial Knights. During the battle, Freyja sings with Walküre to help suppress the Vars. Meanwhile, Hayate commandeers an abandoned Valkyrie to protect Freyja amidst the chaos.
- 2EP 2
Freyja passes Walküre's final test after a staged audition incident on Ragna.
Apr 10, 2016Freyja and Hayate arrive on planet Ragna, where Freyja initially faces rejection before gaining special permission for an audition. Hayate is recruited by the Delta Squadron due to his combat prowess, eventually agreeing despite his aversion to fighting and orders, driven by a desire to fly again. Freyja is declared to have failed her audition and boards a train back to the city. During the ride, a passenger contracts the Vars infection. Freyja uses her song to calm the individual, revealing that the entire scenario was a ruse orchestrated by Walküre as her final test. Having successfully passed this evaluation, Freyja is officially inducted as a member of the group.
- 3EP 3
Hayate faces expulsion in a mock battle while Freyja finds motivation through his struggle.
Apr 17, 2016Hayate joins Delta Squadron under Mirage and endures rigorous Valkyrie training. After neglecting his duties, he accepts a challenge from Mirage to land a hit before time expires or face expulsion. Simultaneously, Freyja lacks drive during her Walküre rehearsals. The group shows her footage of Hayate’s intense duel to inspire her. Witnessing his effort, Freyja sings with renewed purpose, which appears to empower Hayate to finally strike Mirage. Although surprised by his success, Mirage acknowledges his improvement. Impressed by her skill, Hayate commits to attending her training sessions regularly, marking a turning point in his development as a pilot and his relationship with his mentor.
- 4EP 4
Walküre and Delta Squadron face Aerial Knights and Vars outbreak during debut performances
Apr 24, 2016Freyja performs her first concert with Walküre while Hayate undertakes his initial sortie with Delta Squadron. The events proceed smoothly until the Aerial Knights attack, triggering a mass Vars outbreak. Mikumo and Freyja sing together to halt the crisis, with other Walküre members noting that Freyja’s voice amplifies Mikumo’s, allowing them to suppress the outbreak independently. Concurrently, the Aerial Knights disclose that their distraction enabled their army to capture a different planet. They subsequently issue a formal declaration of war from the Kingdom of Wind against the New Unified Government, escalating the conflict significantly.
- 5EP 5
Delta Squadron and Walküre defend Ragna amid war rumors while Freyja and Hayate take a Siegfried joyride
May 1, 2016After the Windermere Kingdom declares war on the New United Government, Delta Squadron and Walküre receive orders to protect Ragna from anticipated assaults. Amidst this tension, rumors circulate that Freyja is a Windermerian spy. To escape the pressure and clear their minds, she and Hayate take a joyride in his Siegfried unit.
- 6EP 6
Aether Squadron Engages Var Syndrome Infection Amidst Intense Dogfight Tensions
May 8, 2016The Aether is deployed to address a Var Syndrome infection affecting a New U.N. Spacy squadron. During the mission, Mirage finds herself outnumbered in a dogfight, leading to a dangerous situation where the Aerial Knights nearly kill Walküre. Meanwhile, Hayate endures ongoing criticism from Messer as he grapples with the harsh realities of warfare. Despite the pressure and the severe conflict, Hayate remains determined to demonstrate his worth and prove himself as a valuable member of Delta Squadron.
- 7EP 7
Walküre and Delta Squadron investigate ancient ruins on Planet Voldor
May 15, 2016Walküre and the Delta Squadron execute a covert mission on Planet Voldor to uncover enemy plans. During this operation, they explore ancient ruins belonging to the Protoculture Civilization. Within these ruins, the teams discover the truth behind the Var Syndrome outbreaks. This investigation reveals critical information about the enemy's intentions and the origins of the syndrome affecting the population. The mission highlights the connection between the ancient civilization and the current conflict, providing vital insights into the ongoing war.
- 8EP 8
Hayate, Freyja, and Mirage are captured by Aerial Knights while Walküre attempts a rescue.
May 22, 2016Messer and the remaining Walküre members launch a desperate mission to save Hayate, Freyja, and Mirage, who have been taken by the Aerial Knights. During the chaotic escape, Heinz performs his song. Messer struggles to combat his Var Syndrome infection while injured. Meanwhile, Hayate confronts an infected N.U.N.S. ace pilot. Her objective is to defeat him so he can return to his children. The group faces significant physical and emotional challenges as they fight for their freedom and the safety of their comrades amidst the ongoing conflict.
- 9EP 9
Hayate's Fold Receptors and Discovery of Kaname's Song
May 29, 2016After returning to Ragna, Hayate is discovered to possess fold receptors, explaining his flawless resonance with Freyja and immunity to Var Syndrome. He and Mirage confront Messer regarding his Var Syndrome infection. During this encounter, they accidentally uncover a song previously recorded by Kaname. This revelation highlights the biological factors behind Hayate's unique abilities and the ongoing tensions surrounding the syndrome affecting various individuals in their world.
- 10EP 10
Messer becomes an instructor after infection while Windermerians attack Al Shahal
Jun 5, 2016Messer is removed from the Delta Squadron due to his infection and assigned as an instructor, taking time to thank Kaname before his departure. The Windermerians utilize the power of the ruins to launch an offensive against the planet Al Shahal. Walküre and the Delta Squadron engage in a difficult battle against the Aerial Knights on the planet. Messer returns to aid them during the conflict. During this encounter, Keith challenges Messer to resolve their rivalry definitively. The episode covers the transition of Messer’s role, the strategic use of ruins by the enemy, and the intense confrontation between the squads and the Aerial Knights, culminating in a direct duel between Keith and Messer.
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Walküre honors the dead Messer while Arad and Kaname uncover a dangerous Protoculture pattern.
Jun 12, 2016Walküre and Delta Squadron pay their respects to the fallen Messer. Arad and Kaname discover a pattern in the Protoculture ruins that could allow the Var Syndrome to control the eight billion inhabitants of the Brisingr Cluster. Meanwhile, Gramia assumes direct control of the Windermere Kingdom's forces. She launches a salvaged ancient ship from the Protoculture civilization for a full-scale assault on the New United Government.
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Chaos delays Ragna's ruin destruction to launch Operation Einherjar against Windermere forces.
Jun 19, 2016Following Al Shahal's fall to the Windermere Kingdom, loyal New United Government forces retreat to Ragna, their last defensive line. To thwart the enemy's reliance on active Protoculture ruins, the Government prepares to destroy these sites on Ragna, accepting potential environmental damage. As civilians evacuate, Chaos members persuade the military to postpone the demolition. They then depart in their fortress, the Macross Elysion, to initiate Operation Einherjar and directly confront the advancing enemy forces.
- 13EP 13
Macross Elysion and Sigur Valens clash near Barrett City as Var Syndrome spreads.
Jun 26, 2016The Macross Elysion enters Al Shahal's orbit while the Sigur Valens appears before the N.U.N.S. defense fleet in Ragna, having damaged its sound wave system. Aerial Knights defend their flagship until repairs are complete. Near Barrett City, N.U.N.S. detonates a reactive bomb in Protoculture ruins, which merges with the surviving Windermerean flagship to amplify Heinz's song. This activates the Var Syndrome, bringing Ragna under its control. Chaos ensues as citizens evacuate, Delta Squadron fights the Aerial Knights, and Freyja reveals her true potential amidst the escalating conflict.
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Brisingr Cluster falls to Windermere, stranding Macross Elysion and Ragna citizens as refugees.
Jul 3, 2016The Brisingr Cluster is now under Windermerean control, forcing the Macross Elysion and surviving Ragna citizens to become space refugees. The Island's life support systems are failing, while Chaos lacks the armament and funds for another attack. A hull breach causes a loss of gravity, separating Freyja from Hayate and Mirage in the underground corridors. Freyja reunites with Walküre to calm the civilians, while Hayate and Mirage race against time to restore the Island's power supply.
- 15EP 15
Windermereans return home to bury Gramia VI and crown Heinz while Lloyd vows galactic expansion
Jul 10, 2016The Windermerean attack force returns to its home planet to bury Gramia VI and celebrate Heinz's coronation as the new king. The kingdom broadcasts the ceremony on all galactic networks, with Lloyd declaring that they will expand throughout the entire galaxy and crush the New United Government as the rightful heirs to Protoculture. Heinz's singing causes all of the Protoculture ruins in the Brisingr Cluster to rise, with the potential to amplify the Var Syndrome across the galaxy.
- 16EP 16
Makina and Chuck organize a surprise celebration for Freyja's fifteenth birthday on the Island.
Jul 17, 2016Makina and Chuck plan a surprise party for Freyja's 15th birthday aboard the Island. Hayate and Mirage go shopping for a present while Makina, Reina, and Chuck spy on them. On the night of the party, Freyja gives a speech about her childhood on Windermere and what she did to become a member of Walküre before Hayate arrives with his gift to her.
- 17EP 17
Chaos infiltrates Voldor ruins using Walküre songs to breach Windermere defenses
Jul 24, 2016Chaos initiates its campaign to reclaim the Brisingr Cluster from the Windermere Kingdom by targeting planet Voldor. The group infiltrates Protoculture ruins to trigger a reaction to Walküre songs, aiming to collect necessary data. To bypass Windermerean defenses, Chaos distributes a virus via the Galaxy Network disguised as a live concert, simultaneously generating revenue through online app purchases. The plan executes successfully, yet personal tensions arise as Freyja develops feelings for Hayate and the team worries about Mikumo's altered performance. Following a brief clash with N.U.N.S. pilot Robert Kino, Hayate confronts Arad regarding his connection to Windermere, leading to the revelation of his father's history.
- 18EP 18
Delta Squadron and Walküre visit Voldor amid Aerial Knight tensions and singing battles.
Jul 31, 2016Delta Squadron and Walküre arrive on planet Voldor, where the climate has shifted since Protoculture ruins emerged from underground. Aerial Knights enter orbit as a security precaution. Freyja is captured by Qasim, who has separated from the Aerial Knights, and they bond over an apple barbecue because she is from a village near his farm. Qasim also captures Hayate but releases both of them due to his uncertainty about his cause. Delta Squadron and Walküre reach the ruins, sparking a dogfight between Delta Squadron and the Aerial Knights. A singing battle between Walküre and Prince Heinz causes major fold wave disruptions throughout the Brisingr Cluster.
- 19EP 19
Berger Stone Discusses Music as a Weapon While Hayate Awakens
Aug 7, 2016Hayate and Mikumo remain unconscious following the battle that destroyed Voldor ruins and liberated its people. Berger Stone meets with Chaos members, asserting his status as an independent contractor despite collaborating with the Windermereans. He presents theories linking music to weapons, citing events from The Super Dimension Fortress Macross, Macross Plus, Macross 7, and Macross Frontier. Berger suggests music is a key element in the current conflict and mentions rumors that Mikumo is an artificial being created by Lady M to harness this power. He also reveals that bio organisms causing Var Syndrome originated from the Vajra, finding new hosts in humanoids after they departed for another dimension. After Berger departs, Mirage tends to Hayate, who finally regains consciousness.
- 20EP 20
Freyja struggles to sing for Hayate's experiment while Keith questions Lloyd and Kaname seeks Mikumo.
Aug 14, 2016Freyja is summoned by Hayate for an experiment to measure the effects of her singing on his body, but her concern for his wellbeing prevents her from performing. On Windermere, Keith doubts Lloyd’s intentions and seeks help from his squadmates, twins Theo and Xao Jussila. Hayate, fearing Freyja might leave Walküre for him, considers resigning from the Delta Squadron, but she insists on stepping down instead. Mirage advises both not to abandon their dreams for each other. Meanwhile, Mikumo remains in the medical bay, inaccessible to visitors. Kaname, Makina, and Reina attempt to infiltrate the facility to find her. They are intercepted, leading to the arrest of Makina and Reina, while Kaname manages to locate Mikumo’s holding area.
- 21EP 21
Walküre members recall their past while facing revelations about artificial life and murder.
Aug 21, 2016The Kingdom of Windermere uses Delta waves from Heinz's song to put 85% of the population into a coma. Inside prison, Kaname, Makina, and Reina remember joining Walküre before their release for a new mission. Upon leaving, Mikumo discloses she is an artificial lifeform aged three years. Concurrently, Keith learns that Heinz is experiencing premature aging. Additionally, Lloyd confesses to the murder of King Gramia VI. These events unfold as the group prepares for their upcoming duties amidst the global crisis and internal secrets.
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Walküre infiltrates Windermere while Macross Elysion attacks Aerial Knights
Aug 28, 2016The Macross Elysion launches an attack to distract the Aerial Knights, allowing Walküre and Delta Squadron to infiltrate Windermere and destroy the device controlling the Protoculture ruins. The enemy sees through the diversion and attacks the infiltrators. Hayate, Mirage, Arad, and other Walküre members successfully cross the dimensional barrier into Windermere. Qasim pursues them closely and exhausts his remaining energy in a desperate attempt to stop their progress. This operation aims to end the war by neutralizing the critical control mechanism within the enemy territory.
- 23EP 23
The trio hides in the forest while Freyja leads Hayate and Mirage to her village.
Sep 4, 2016After their shuttle crashes, Mikumo, Makina, and Reina conceal themselves in the forest to avoid Windermerean forces. Meanwhile, Freyja guides Hayate and Mirage to her village, while Arad and Kaname arrive at an abandoned N.U.N.S. garrison. Mikumo is taken captive by Lloyd. Hayate, Freyja, and Mirage are surrounded by the Aerial Knights, who accuse Hayate of his father's crimes and Freyja of betrayal. The knights then transport the group to the location of the dimensional bomb.
- 24EP 24
Hayate and friends face execution while Mikumo awakens ancient power to disrupt the Protoculture Center mission.
Sep 11, 2016Hayate, Freyja, and Mirage stand trial before Heinz and receive death sentences. Lloyd transports Mikumo to the Sanctum, believing she is the reincarnated Star Singer. Inside the castle, Berger secretly moves Arad, Kaname, Makina, and Reina to Wright Immelmann’s VF-22 Sturmvogel II, confirming it is operational. Just as the execution begins, the VF-22 crashes out as a distraction, allowing the trio to flee toward the Protoculture Center. During the escape, Makina is wounded by a sniper while shielding Freyja but insists the team proceed. Lloyd releases Mikumo’s true form, compelling Chaos to halt their operation. Mikumo sings a lethal ancient melody that causes Freyja to age prematurely.
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- How many episodes does Macross Δ have?
- Macross Δ has 26 episodes.
- When did Macross Δ come out?
- Macross Δ came out in 2016.
- Which studio made Macross Δ?
- Macross Δ was produced by Satelight.
- Who directed Macross Δ?
- Macross Δ was directed by Shouji Kawamori.
- Is Macross Δ finished?
- Current status of Macross Δ: Finished.