Martian Successor Nadesico
| Category: | TV Series |
| Adult: | No |
| Native: | 機動戦艦ナデシコ |
| Romaji: | Kidou Senkan Nadesico |
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| Runtime: | 25 minutes |
| Aired: | Oct 1, 1996 [28 years 3 months ago] |
| Ended: | Mar 25, 1997 [27 years 9 months ago] |
| Language: | Japanese |
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| Links: | MAL ANIDB ANN ANILIST |
The aliens have destroyed our base on Mars, wiped out our space fleets, and now, only one ship stands between Earth and total annihilation! Disgusted by the incompetence of Earth's military, the independent arms manufacturer Nergal has built its own space battle cruiser. But due to the shortage of trained soldiers, they've had to assemble the most unorthodox crew to ever launch into orbit. With a cook who's also a pilot and an admiral's daughter in command, the new starship is the most formidable fighting vehicle ever conceived. But before it can see action against the Jovian invaders, the crew must win their first victory against their own species as they fight off a ruthless attempt by Earth's military to seize the Nadesico! Get ready for the wildest space adventure ever in the amazing new series that was voted the "Best Anime Show Of All Time" by Japanese animation fans, MARTIAN SUCCESSOR NADESICO!
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Episode 1: To Go "Like a Man"!
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-10-01
It’s the late 22nd century, and the Jovian lizards are attacking Earth. Nergal Heavy Industries decides to build its own battleship, the Nadesico, to take on the invaders. Captained by the ditsy yet tactically brilliant Yurika Misumaru, and crewed by an bunch of misfits, does the Nadesico stand a chance against this new threat to humanity?
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Episode 2: Leave the "Blue Earth" to Me
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-10-08
Uneasy about the idea of a powerful battleship being in the hands of civilians, the United Earth military sends Admiral Misumaru’s fleet to take control of the Nadesico. Will Yurika be able to protect her ship from her own father? And will Akito ever find out the truth about his parents’ deaths?
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Episode 3: A "Goodbye" That Came Too Soon!
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-10-15
The Nadesico heads to Mars, but in order to get there, it has to pass through the Earth’s various lines of defense, including the Big Barrier. Can the Nadesico convince the United Earth forces to take down the barrier, or will they defy Earth and force their way through?
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Episode 4: "Charmed" by Sky Blue Space
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-10-22
The Nadesico heads out to the Satsuki Midori space colony to pick up some new zero-G Aestivalis frames and pilots. After an explosion rocks the colony and disables it, their mission becomes one of rescue and retrieval.
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Episode 5: Ruri's "Navigation Logs"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-10-29
On the long and boring trip to Mars, Prospector insists that Yurika take the time to perform funerals for all those who have been killed. The never-ending task leaves her no time to see Akito or to resolve her feelings towards him.
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Episode 6: Sort of Like a "Fateful Decision"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-11-05
The Nadesico finally arrives at Mars only to have to fend off an enemy attack. Several members of the crew, including Akito, head out to explore the ruins. They accidently locate an underground colony of survivors who seem to know many of the Jovians' secrets.
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Episode 7: "The Song" That You Will One Day Sing
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-11-12
Yurika and Inez put together a "Get to Know the Nadesico" broadcast to explain the crew's recent expedition on Mars. Meanwhile the crew’s thoughts turn towards attempting to repair their badly damaged ship enough to depart Mars. Meanwhile, Akito discovers that it was Admiral Fukube’s fault the Jovian chulip destroyed his Martian home.
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Episode 8: The Luke Warm "Cold Equation"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-11-19
The Nadesico successfully returns to Earth only to find themselves right in the middle of a major battle. Meanwhile, on the battlefield, Akito's paralyzing fear has returned, making him a vulnerable target for the Jovians.
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Episode 9: The Miracle Operation of "the Kiss"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-11-26
Admiral Munetake sends the Nadesico to rescue a goodwill ambassador stranded on an inhospitable island. Meanwhile, Megumi decides to use her free time to get closer to Akito in a virtual reality simulation. But will Akito's childhood memories of Yurika distract him enough to spoil all Megumi's efforts?
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Episode 10: The Dangers of "Femininity"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-12-03
Admiral Munetake announces that the crew's next mission is to the Tenician Island to investigate anew type of chulip. But the tropical island with its shining beaches may prove more of a distraction for the crew. Meanwhile, Akito runs into a girl who seems to embody his idea of the perfect woman. Can reality ever match up to his fantasies, or is Akito in for a big disappointment?
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Episode 11: Finding Yourself in a "Routine Plot"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-12-10
The Nadesico finds itself in trouble when they are given a mission to take out a new Jovian weapon called a "Walking Stick". After the weapon's initial offensive critically damages the Nadesico's systems, it's up to the Aestivalis pilots to reach the deadly weapon and destroy it before it can recharge for a second barrage. But if the pilots can figure out the true meaning of teamwork soon, it might spell the end for the Nadesico.
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Episode 12: Those "Unforgettable Days"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-12-17
When the Nadesico’s defense system malfunctions and starts attacking United Earth forces vessels, Admiral Munetake decides that the ship’s memory banks should be completely wiped. Unwilling to see Omoikane erased, Ruri enlists Akito’s aid on a VR mission to save Omoikane.
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Episode 13: There Is No Single "Truth"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-12-24
Christmas may be near at hand, but it's not going to be a happy holiday for the crew of the Nadesico. The UEAF doesn't want such a powerful warship under the command of civilians and is giving the crew a choice: join the military or get off the ship. Taking advantage of the opportunity, Erina offers Akito a job assisting in her organic boson jumping research. But is being a her pawn really worth the risk, or should he just forget about the offer and spend a quiet holiday with Megumi?
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Episode 14: Let's Go with "Hot Blooded Anime"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1996-12-31
In a reversal of perspective, the Gekigangar crew settle down to watch the latest adventures of their favorite show: Martian Successor Nadesico! Unfortunately, with no time to put together new footage, the Nadesico crew instead present a clip show, including information on the ship, the crew, and all their adventures to date.
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Episode 15: The "Significant Other" from a Star Far Away
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-01-07
Whilst Akito is trapped on the moon, back on the Nadesico Admiral Munetake suspects that the pilot of the Jovian robot they recovered may be hiding somewhere on the ship. But will anybody on board be prepared for the consequences of discovering the true nature of the Jovians?
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Episode 16: The Beginning of "Nadesico's War"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-01-14
The revelation of the true nature of the Jovians has shaken some of the Nergal employees. Could spies in their midst already know about their secret plans? Meanwhile, Tsukumo takes Megumi and Minato to a Jovian starship. Surprises abound for the entire Nadesico crew as they learn the truth about their enemy.
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Episode 17: It Was "a Reunion That Came Too Late"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-01-21
Nergal discovers that Uribatake has been embezzling funds and spending a lot of time with Hikaru. Yurika drags Akito along on a special investigation to find out just exactly what the chief engineer has been up to. Meanwhile, when Admiral Munetake discovers that he may be demoted, he'll do anything to get back into the military’s good graces.
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Episode 18: The Sound of Water Is "My" Sound
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-01-28
Ruri discovers that she's the biological daughter of the King and Queen of a kingdom called Peaceland. With Akito acting as her "knight", Ruri sets off to Peaceland in the hope of filling in the gaps in her memory.
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Episode 19: You're the Next "Captain" of the Nadesico!
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-02-04
Nergal decides that to keep the Nadesico crew happy, they're going to give them a new captain! And what better way to pick one than to hold a talent contest? Yurika agrees, and everyone gets excited about the chance to show off. Everyone that is, except Ryoko, who wonders whether she has any other talents besides fighting and killing.
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Episode 20: "Run" Silent, "Run" Deep
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-02-11
The Jovian's have a new weapon - the "leap cannon". Capable of teleporting warheads inside of ships, it's potential is devastating. Can Yurika save the Nadesico and prove that she's more than just a ditz?
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Episode 21: The "Meadows" We Once Ran Across
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-02-18
The Nadesico's new mission is defending the moon using its new phase transition cannon, but when something goes wrong with the Y Unit, the weapon becomes inoperable. With only an hour to repair it, the ship's pilots must discover what happened, a task made all the more difficult because their minds are currently linked in an illusory "memory mahjongg" game.
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Episode 22: Protect the "Visitor"?
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-02-25
The Jovians send a peace emissary to the Nadesico - Yukina Shiratori, Tsukumo's younger sister. However, peace is the last thing on her mind - she plans to assassinate Minato, the woman who "corrupted" her brother! With the Nadesico about to arrive back to Earth, how will Nergal and the UEAF react to a Jovian being aboard the ship?
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Episode 23: A Place We Call "Home"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-03-04
Back on Earth, the Nadesico crew attempts to settle back into their old lives, despite the fact that Nergal is keeping a close eye on them. But the longer they stay on Earth, the more they begin to realize how important it is that they finish what they started on the Nadesico...
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Episode 24: Ubiquitous "Righteousness"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-03-11
When Tsukumo arrives on board to act as an ambassador, Yurika organizes a ship wide "Geki-Fest". She hopes that the themes of the show will serve as a guide for both the Earthlings and Jovians on how to achieve peace.
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Episode 25: "Being Myself," Being Yourself
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-03-18
As the Jovians gear up for a final offensive, the Nadesico crew find themselves working alongside their sister ship, the Kakitsubata, to maintain control over Mars.
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Episode 26: "For the Lady We Will Meet Someday"
Runtime: 25 minutes
Air Date: 1997-03-25
With the Jovian fleet closing in, it's up to the Nadesico to keep the ancient Martian ruins out of enemy hands. Unfortunately, it's beginning to look like the only way they're going to be able to do that is to destroy them!
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