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Van from Planet Zi discovers Zeke and a mysterious girl while pursuing his father's legacy as a Zoid pilot.
Sep 4, 1999Van resides in a small village on Planet Zi, aspiring to become a skilled Zoid pilot like his father, who sacrificed himself to protect the community. After being attacked by desert bandits, Van seeks shelter in some ruins where he encounters an organoid named Zeke. Zeke possesses the unique ability to revive and merge with other Zoids. Van utilizes this power to restore a Shield Liger, which he employs to defeat the attackers. Upon returning to the ruins, he finds a young girl with amnesia trapped inside a pod. Accompanied by his newly acquired Zoids and the enigmatic girl, Van embarks on a journey to uncover her identity while continuing his pursuit of becoming a great Zoid pilot.
- 2EP 2
Van introduces Zeke and amnesiac Fiona to his village before bandits attack.
Sep 11, 1999Van brings Zeke and the amnesiac Fiona to his hometown, revealing their origins from pods to his sister Maria and the locals. While Van tours the area with Fiona in the Liger, bandits ambush the village, kidnapping Maria to demand Zeke in exchange. Van is temporarily restrained but escapes with Fiona's assistance and races to rescue his sister. The conflict escalates as Zeke attempts to merge with the Shield Liger, but the machine sustains critical damage, knocking Zeke unconscious. Just before the Liger is destroyed, Fiona uses a mysterious ability to revive him. Following the battle, the villagers accept Van's decision to depart and become a Zoid pilot, continuing his father's legacy while seeking answers about Fiona's lost memories.
- 3EP 3
Van and Fiona explore an ancient fortress while evading Irvine's pursuit.
Sep 18, 1999After being rescued from the desert by Command Wolf pilot Irvine, Van and Fiona reunite with Zeke and the Shield Liger. They discover an ancient fortress guarded by a Gordos and enter through the sewers. Inside, they find a diary from a soldier stationed there fifty years prior, revealing the Gordos was abandoned due to a leg injury, which Van attempts to repair. Irvine reappears to capture Zeke and attacks the group, but retreats when the Gordos defends the Shield Liger. During their exploration, Van and Fiona uncover a tablet with mysterious writing. Fiona recalls the term 'Zoid Eve,' prompting the pair to leave the ruins and search for more information about this enigmatic concept.
- 4EP 4
Van and Fiona arrive at a village plagued by bandits after a water-related conflict.
Sep 25, 1999Following a dispute where Fiona discards the group's water supply, Van and Fiona reach a settlement frequently raided by familiar bandits. The locals have engaged Irvine as a defender, prompting Van to demonstrate his own combat abilities when the attackers strike. Although heavily outnumbered, Van eliminates the majority of the bandits by detonating an aquifer. Ultimately, however, he requires Irvine's assistance to survive the encounter.
- 5EP 5
Irvine and Moonbay face a sleeper trap ambush in ancient ruins after a treasure hunt.
Oct 2, 1999Following repairs to the Shield Liger, the group encounters Moonbay, whose Gustav carries heavy Imperial arms. After a brief skirmish with sleeper Guysacks, they camp at an ancient fortress. Van, Fiona, and Zeke go swimming and discover Zoid remains, prompting Irvine to retrieve his electromagnetic whip. More sleeper Guysacks attack, revealing a trap where earlier foes were decoys. A fierce battle ensues against a battalion. Moonbay lures half the enemies away, then jettisons her cargo to detonate the Imperial ammunition, destroying the rest. She returns to Van, requesting him as her protector.
- 6EP 6
Van and Irvine escape Helic Republic soldiers after merging with Zeke and Liger.
Oct 9, 1999Van and his companions are mistaken for Imperials by Helic Republic soldiers following an explosion and are imprisoned. Irvine secretly frees them, prompting Van to retrieve their Zoids while leaving the girls behind. After Zeke and Liger merge, they flee the base under fire from Petras units. Cornered in a canyon, Van discovers their weapons have been removed and faces Irvine’s criticism. To escape, Van drives the Liger up the canyon walls, gaining height to clear the gap and defeat two pursuers. He then targets Captain Herman’s Petra. Irvine coordinates with the Command Wolf to launch the Liger for a decisive strike. The Republican pilots eject, and Herman acknowledges Van’s skill. Meanwhile, Major Schubaltz prepares an Imperial assault on the Republicans at Red River while Irvine scouts the area.
- 7EP 7
Van and Zeke seek to rescue Moonbay and Fiona while Major Schubaltz plans a false flag attack.
Oct 16, 1999After defeating the captain, Van and Zeke attempt to rescue Moonbay and Fiona, who reveal they are working for the Republic. They are tasked with detonating explosives at Fire Bridge. Meanwhile, Major Schubaltz and Minister Prozan discuss the rebel attack, with Schubaltz refusing to strike first. At the battlefield, Republic Godos and Guysacks face Imperial Molgas commanded by Schubaltz. Prozan orders soldier Marcus to launch a false flag attack for a promotion. Marcus instructs Rosso to use captured Pteras to initiate the battle. Following the attack, Van receives orders to destroy Fire Bridge due to failed explosives and lost contact with the girls. Irvine assists Van in crossing the River gorge. Van breaches Imperial lines, destroys the bridge, and reaches the Republican side.
- 8EP 8
The gang seeks Zoid Eve clues in the capital while facing Rosso's ambush.
Oct 23, 1999After Red River, the group heads to the Republican Capital hoping to find Zoid Eve. Captain Herman provides a letter of introduction before they depart. Irvine attempts to take Zeke but fails. Moonbay and others visit a village for supplies. Irvine, Fiona, and Zeke become separated from Van. Fiona buys fruit, making Irvine pay. Van and Moonbay are pursued by Rosso's gang through the village and captured. Irvine hears a gunshot and finds them tied to the Shield Liger's foot. Fiona tries to help but is also caught. Irvine frees Van and Moonbay. Van and Zeke board the Shield Liger. Rosso attacks in the Red Horn. Van uses the Shield Liger to block the assault and rams the enemy. The Imperial Army arrives, forcing the group to leave. Rosso surrenders after ordering his gang to escape. He warns Van not to be caught after defeating the Desert Alcavaleno Gang.
- 9EP 9
Van and Irvine battle rare-hertz effects while Zeke loses control of his fused Zoid.
Oct 30, 1999Van and his group escape the Imperial Army, but their Zoids malfunction due to rare-hertz pulses in the Valley of the Rare Hertz. These waves cause violent behavior, evidenced by a destroyed Godos. After equipping pulse guards, Zeke becomes possessed by the energy, fusing with the Shield Liger and attacking the Gustav and Command Wolf. Moonbay repairs the damaged Command Wolf, which suffers a 30% performance drop. Van pursues the rogue Shield Liger up a cliff, falling and injuring himself before Fiona tends to his wounds. He eventually locates Zeke, who attempts to kill him. Irvine traps the fused Zoid against a cliff face, allowing Van to chase Zeke on a hover board. Following a brief organoid versus boy duel, Zeke falls, and Van catches him. Zeke recognizes Van as a true friend and returns to normal.
- 10EP 10
Van and Irvine seek a retired scientist for Zoid Eve clues but face his eccentric demands and a snow-making machine.
Nov 6, 1999After restoring Zeke, Van and Irvine visit a former Republican Army scientist to find information about Zoid Eve. They encounter Dr. D, who freezes a man in ice and forces the pair to perform household chores in exchange for answers. He tricks Irvine into a combat simulation involving his grandson on a bike, then sends them on a dangerous mission to a supply base guarded by sleeper Guysacks. Dr. D abandons them after the raid and denies knowing about Zoid Eve. A sleeper Guysack follows them, destroying Dr. D’s home before Moonbay intervenes. Later, Van and Irvine assist the doctor in building a machine to make it snow, fulfilling his dream. Although the machine appears inactive, snow begins to fall, leaving the group to discuss the strange events involving Dr. D, Fiona, Moonbay, and Zeke.
- 11EP 11
Van and companions face treacherous Mount Iselina while Viola and Jarro plot revenge against them.
Nov 13, 1999Van leads his group through the dangerous Mount Iselina, where Irvine and Fiona become separated from the main party in the fog. Van shares the Shadow Monster legend with Moonbay before a creature appears, revealing itself as a Godos piloted by Rosa. Viola and Jarro target the colony in the mountain's center, luring Van into a gorge to ambush him. Van defeats Jarro’s Pteras pilot using a cliff-to-cliff jump maneuver, then teams with Rosa to subdue Viola. During a conversation, Van discovers that Viola is Rosa’s sister. He chooses to protect Viola’s secret and departs with his friends, leaving the conflict unresolved.
- 12EP 12
Van and Fiona escape soldiers while Raven defeats Van after rescuing the group.
Nov 20, 1999After escaping Mount Iselina, Van and his companions enter Republican Territory, passing through a graveyard containing 30 Guysacks. Soldiers attempt to arrest the group due to a mistaken identity, leading to Van and Fiona’s escape while Irvine, Moonbay, and Zeke are captured. A boy named Raven intervenes, saving them from additional Republican forces. Fiona, who is the same age as Van, grabs Raven as they flee. Moonbay and Irvine are eventually released following a misunderstanding, and Major Ford briefs them on a recent incident involving a Saber Fang and a winged black organoid. Raven guides Van and Fiona to water, but Irvine warns Van about the boy’s true nature. When a battalion of Godos arrives, Raven defeats them effortlessly. Van challenges Raven to a fight but is soundly defeated, leaving him with bruised pride as Raven departs.
- 13EP 13
Van faces Raven in a rematch while Imperial forces advance on Chronos Fortress.
Nov 27, 1999Following his defeat, Van waits for Raven while villagers warn of the Imperial Army. Major Marcus and Major Schubaltz coordinate separate strikes on Chronos Fortress and Mount Osa Base. Irvine discovers the Republican Army’s bold strategy despite their cornered position. Van struggles to unlock the Shield Liger’s full potential, resisting Moonbay and Fiona’s pleas to join the fight. Raven explains a unified strategy to Schubaltz to force a ceasefire, then departs with Saber Fang and Shadow. Van challenges Raven to a rematch, with Irvine standing by. Although Van initially gains control, Raven dismantles the Shield Liger’s dual-gun and defeats Irvine. Van charges, striking Raven’s Saber, but Raven fuses with Shadow and delivers a decisive blow, severely injuring Zeke. Concurrently, the Chronos Fortress is destroyed along with part of Marcus’s unit.
- 14EP 14
Zeke Injured, Van Seeks Zoid Magnite While Irvine Confronts Raven
Dec 4, 1999After Van loses to Raven, Zeke suffers severe injuries. Colonel Krueger estimates a 30-hour delay for the enemy advance and orders Major Ford of the Chronos Unit to prepare a counter-attack at Mount Osa Base. Van seeks medical aid in a deserted village, where Dr. D reveals that Zeke requires a bright blue Zoid Magnite rock from Mount Osa. Irvine travels to the Republican Base to arm himself with multiple missile diffusion systems. Van and Moonbay brave the Mount Osa Volcano to retrieve the rock, escaping narrowly. Simultaneously, Irvine engages Raven and his Saber Fang using the missile system. Van secures the rock, but Raven fuses with his organoid to defeat Irvine. Meanwhile, combined Schubaltz and Marcus unit forces proceed toward Mount Osa Base.
- 15EP 15
Zeke recovers while Imperial forces face delays and Colonel Krueger deploys the ZG.
Dec 11, 1999After Van revives Zeke with the Zoid Magnite, the Imperial unit faces a severe two-hour delay caused by a rock avalanche. Major Schubaltz suspects Colonel Krueger orchestrated the setback, which included heavy losses at the Chronos Fortress. While rain leaks into their shelter, Krueger hands command of Mt. Osa base to Major Ford and pilots the ZG, which retains firepower equal to twelve Zoids at fifty percent capacity. Irvine infiltrates the base to observe Imperial plans. During the ensuing battle, Major Schubaltz destroys sleeper Guysacks with the Iron Kong’s 70mm chain guns. Captain Herman arrives with four Pteras from Red River Base. Van rushes to Mount Osa in the Shield Liger to rescue Irvine, discovering he can activate the Liger’s power independently. Herman takes control of the ZG, engaging the Imperial Army until Major Schubaltz retreats, prompting Herman to land the Gojulas.
- 16EP 16
Van helps an Imperial soldier in New Helic City while an iceberg approaches the city.
Dec 18, 1999Irvine, Moonbay, Fiona, Van, and Zeke watch a parade in New Helic City. Van and Zeke help an Imperial soldier escape Republican harassment, causing the soldier to drop a photo. After Van informs the group, Republican guards arrive and accuse him of espionage. Irvine rescues them with a smoke bomb, but their jeep is disabled. A man in a frog mask, revealed to be Dr. D, leads them through sewers to an ancient ruins institute. They find a stone pillar, but Fiona suffers a headache. Republican soldiers capture them, but the President, Camford, releases them after recognizing Dr. D. The Imperial soldier steals a Command Wolf and attacks Republic Zoids. Van confronts the terrified soldier, who flees. Meanwhile, Hermann investigates an iceberg with Pteras units, only to be shot down by missiles launched from an Imperial submarine commanded by Prozen.
- 17EP 17
Van and Irvine steal a Pteras to rescue Captain Herman from Imperial forces
Dec 25, 1999As the Imperial Army advances, Captain Herman swims to warn his side, prompting Lieutenant O'Connell to offer a reward for his rescue. Van, Moonbay, Irvine, and Fiona steal a Pteras from a base to save him. Meanwhile, Admiral Prozen reports to King Zeppelin about striking the rebels. After Dr. D captures Herman, Van and Irvine intervene to free him. Herman urges them to alert Mount Osa Base about the incoming attack. Irvine warns Major Ford to retreat the Gojulas to the Helic capital, revealing the Imperial troops were distracting the Rebels and ZG. Moonbay reaches Mount Osa Base, while Van engages Raven in a Zoid battle before the Imperial Army attacks, forcing Van to flee.
- 18EP 18
The Defense of the City
Jan 8, 2000The Republican Army waits at the New Helic Shore as Prince Rudolph learns of Emperor Zepplin’s death at 11:00 AM. Meanwhile, Colonel Krueger, Moonbay, and Fiona remain at Mount Osa Base. Krueger plans to destroy the facility to prevent Imperial acquisition, attempting to detonate a volcano to freeze Zoid combat systems. Dr. D supports this strategy, flying Pteras with Van and Zeke to trigger the explosion. After initial missile launches fail against Raven’s Saber Fang, the team succeeds in destroying the base and Marcus. Van defeats Raven, though Shadow rescues him before the wreckage explodes. With the Imperial forces retreating, the Republicans secure a strategic victory, and Rudolph orders an immediate ceasefire between the nations.
- 19EP 19
Prozen orchestrates a false flag assassination of Crown Prince Rudolph to reignite the war.
Jan 15, 2000With peace restored to the Republic, Van and friends travel to the Guerrial Plateau to restore Fiona's memory. Meanwhile, the Desert Alcavaleno Gang frees bandit Rosso from prison. Following Emperor Zeppelin's death, Crown Prince Rudolph is next in line, with Minister Prozen as regent. Prozen conspires with special forces commander Metlenick to assassinate Rudolph and frame the Republic, using Redler transports guarded by Rev. Raptors. Metlenick tracks Rosso and Viola scoping the palace, destroying their hideout with a missile, though they escape in a Molga. The gang discovers the plot, neutralizes the Command Wolves in a Frozen Combat System, and attacks the palace. Rosso and Viola kidnap Prince Rudolph, returning to the Iron Kong. Rosso learns of the assassination intent. Van's group remains four days from their destination.
- 20EP 20
Van and friends search Guerrial Ruins while Rosso kidnaps Prince Rudolph for ransom
Jan 22, 2000A scientist discusses new Zoid modifications with Minister Prozen, while Van, Moonbay, Irvine, and Fiona arrive at the Guerrial Ruins to search for clues. Meanwhile, Rosso and Viola hold Prince Rudolph captive, planning to ransom him to the highest bidder in the Empire. After Rudolph attempts to escape during dinner, the group flees with their captive. At the ruins, the team splits up and encounters sluggish Rev Raptors, which Irvine deduces are sleeper Zoids programmed not to fire to protect the site. Van and Fiona are cornered but rescued by Zeke and the Shield Liger, allowing Van to defeat the enemies. Rosso exchanges Rudolph for money with Metlenick but reclaims the boy and escapes. Fiona recalls the Death Saurer after touching a stone tablet, and Prozen assigns a modified Zoid to Raven.
- 21EP 21
The Charged Particle Gun
Jan 29, 2000Raven pursues Rosso into Brad’s territory, where he defeats Brad and destroys his Dark Horn. Meanwhile, Van, Irvine, and others discuss Fiona’s memory of the Death Saurer. Van discovers Rudolph in a bush, while Rosso and Viola search for him. Moonbay attempts to steal Rudolph’s Imperial Ring, but Van intervenes. At the Imperial Palace, Prozen declares he will take office if Prince Rudolph does not return before Emperor Zepplin’s funeral. A fast Zoid attacks through the forest; Viola investigates and finds Raven piloting a Geno Saurer. Rosso is recovering and arrives late. Fiona warns the group as Rudolph prepares to leave. Raven uses his Charged Particle Cannon to disable Viola, the Command Wolf, and the Shield Liger. His Zoid overpowers the heroes, rendering the Shield Liger’s ultimate move ineffective. Rosso and Viola arrive in the Iron Kong to cover Van’s escape. Raven destroys the Iron Kong but halts his pursuit, granting them a head start for a greater challenge.
- 22EP 22
Van trains Rudolph while Raven’s Geno Saurer attacks and kidnaps the prince
Feb 5, 2000Van and his companions seek shelter after escaping Raven, where Rudolph expresses a desire to learn Zoid piloting. Meanwhile, Minister Prozen orders search parties for the missing prince, unaware that Raven’s Geno Saurer has defeated Rev Raptors and Redlers. Van begins Rudolph’s training, and Dr. D explains the legend of the Death Saurer, which supposedly destroyed a nation. The group suspects Raven possesses this weapon, though he later reveals his unit is actually a Geno Saurer. Tensions rise as Rudolph’s imperial lineage is confirmed and Prozen’s ambitions are discussed. Shadow kidnaps Rudolph, prompting Irvine and Moonbay to engage dozens of Rev Raptors. Van confronts Raven, who destroys the Shield Liger’s core with a Charged Particle Gun, forcing Zeke to escape with Van.
- 23EP 23
Van and Rudolph escape Metelinick's pursuit through mines while Fiona attempts to revive the Shield Liger
Feb 12, 2000After Van fused with Zeke prior to the Shield Liger's destruction, Dr. D and Fiona helped him regain consciousness. Meanwhile, Raven delivered Rudolph to Metelinick and his thugs. Dr. D, Irvine, and Van devised a plan where Van acted as a decoy to retrieve Rudolph, allowing Irvine to launch an assault from above with his 60 mm Long Range Cannon. Van and Rudolph escaped into a mine, evading pursuit briefly before being caught again. Irvine rescued them with smoke bombs, but Van fell into a ditch and knocked over Metelinick while his friends remained in a tight spot. At the campsite, Fiona heard a voice calling her name. In the mines, Van returned Rudolph's ring and used a stun bomb to blind Metelinick's men, escaping into a cart and flying into the River. Irvine defeated two Dark Horns with ease. Finally, Fiona fused with Zeke and entered the Shield Liger's remains, attempting to resurrect it.
- 24EP 24
Van Pursues Zeke Amidst Whirlwind and Stinger's Deceptive Plan
Feb 19, 2000Van returns Rudolph to safety and observes a light whirlwind around the Shield Liger, while Metelinick’s forces repair damaged Dark Horns. Stinger, also known as The Fisherman, arrives and strikes a deal with Metelinick to use an organoid against the group. Van demands answers regarding the Shield Liger, discovering Fiona and Zeke are inside. He attempts to enter but is repelled by intense energy. Driven by jealousy that Zeke chose Fiona, Van flees to nearby ruins. Denis is tasked with monitoring Van and preventing him from reaching the light. Stinger’s scheme involves two Dark Horns attacking him to gain Moonbay’s trust, followed by poisoning their food. The plan succeeds, though Rudolph avoids the soup. At the ruins, Van hears Fiona’s voice urging him to return, only to be ambushed by the Red Guysack.
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- How many episodes does Zoids have?
- Zoids has 67 episodes.
- When did Zoids come out?
- Zoids came out in 1999.
- Which studio made Zoids?
- Zoids was produced by Xebec.
- Who directed Zoids?
- Zoids was directed by Makoto Uno.
- Is Zoids finished?
- Current status of Zoids: Finished.