Ep 7. Space Conflict From Beyond Pluto
- TVPG
- April 7, 2002
- 11 min
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8.1 (317)
In Aqua Teen Hunger Force season 1 episode 7, titled "Space Conflict From Beyond Pluto," the show's trio of anthropomorphic fast-food items embark on an out-of-this-world adventure. The episode starts with Frylock, Master Shake, and Meatwad receiving a mysterious radio transmission warning of an imminent attack from beyond Pluto. The three friends quickly realize that Earth is in danger and decide to intervene.
Frylock takes the lead and builds a spaceship for the team, which they dub the "Ambergrisian." Their mission is to stop the "Plutonians" from destroying the Earth. The Plutonians, we discover, are two alien creatures called Oglethorpe and Emory, who are determined to conquer the Earth by any means necessary. They're portrayed as bumbling, incompetent villains who provide comic relief throughout the episode.
Once in space, the Aqua Teens encounter a stumbling block when they run into the Mooninites, two more alien creatures who often cross paths with the Aqua Teen Hunger Force. The Mooninites - Ignignokt and Err - refuse to let the team cross over into their territory, as they claim it is "Moon Land." A fight ensues, but the Aqua Teens' superior technology ultimately helps them overcome the Mooninites.
The Aqua Teen Hunger Force then encounter the Plutonians in their spacecraft. The two groups square off in a battle in space that features a hilarious exchange of laser fire and bizarre weapons. The battle ends in an unexpected way, leading to a twist that drives the rest of the episode.
Throughout the episode, the characters' hilarious, quirky personalities shine through. Frylock is the steady, intelligent leader who keeps the other two in line. Meatwad is the childlike, naive character who provides comic relief with his ineptitude and lack of understanding of the world around him. And Master Shake is the brash, self-involved character who often causes chaos and conflict.
The animation of Aqua Teen Hunger Force is simplistic but effective, with bright colors and bold lines. It's a visually appealing show that showcases the odd and absurd.
"Space Conflict From Beyond Pluto" is a standout episode in the series due to its witty writing and absurd humor. It hits all the right notes of a sci-fi adventure while adding a unique, comedic twist that is emblematic of the show. Fans of the series will enjoy this episode's strange blend of science fiction and humor, while newcomers may find themselves hooked on the bizarre world of Aqua Teen Hunger Force.