Gaiking: Leagend Of Daiku Maryu

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  • 2005
  • 1 Season

Gaiking: Legend of Daiku Maryu is a Japanese anime television series produced by Toei Animation. It first premiered on TV Asahi in 2005 and has since garnered a significant fan base in Japan and around the world. The show is a reboot of the classic Gaiking anime series from the 1970s, but with updated animation and a new storyline.

The series follows a young man named Sanshiro Tsuwabuki, who discovers that he is the only one who can pilot the giant robot Daiku Maryu, also known as Gaiking. Along with a team of pilots and scientists, Sanshiro uses Gaiking to battle against an evil organization known as the Dark Horror Army, which threatens to take over the world.

The show's animation is visually stunning, with vibrant colors and fantastic mecha designs. The battles are intense and action-packed, with fluid animation that perfectly captures the speed and power of Gaiking's movements. The show also features a memorable score, with an opening theme song that is sure to get stuck in your head.

The characters of Gaiking: Legend of Daiku Maryu are well-developed and likable. Sanshiro is a relatable protagonist, who starts out as a shy and self-doubting young man but grows into a confident and capable leader. The other members of his team, including the tough-talking scientist Akira Shirogane, provide excellent support and comic relief.

Each episode of the show contains a new challenge for Sanshiro and his team to overcome, as they face off against a variety of giant monsters and robots. Along the way, they uncover more about the Dark Horror Army's plans and the true nature of Gaiking and its mysterious origins.

Despite its fantastical premise, Gaiking: Legend of Daiku Maryu also touches on important themes such as teamwork, responsibility, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. The show's villains are not one-dimensional, but rather complex characters with their own motivations and beliefs.

Overall, Gaiking: Legend of Daiku Maryu is an excellent anime series that should appeal to fans of mecha shows, action-adventure, and science fiction. Its combination of engaging characters, thrilling action, and thought-provoking themes make for an entertaining and satisfying viewing experience.

Gaiking: Leagend Of Daiku Maryu is a series that ran for 1 seasons (40 episodes) between November 12, 2005 and on TV Asahi

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Seasons
Your Earth, Your Future
39. Your Earth, Your Future
September 24, 2006
Proist comes back to life after her four generals sacrifice their lives for her. She shows up in Daiku-Maryu, and turns into a demon out of jealousy and rage when she sees Daiya with his dad and Lulu with her dad, Garis.
Everyone, Burn
38. Everyone, Burn
September 17, 2006
Lulu is devastated over Dick's death and refuses to command the ship until Rosa makes her come to her senses. Daiya returns to Daiku-Maryu for refueling and have a tearful reunion with his father.
My Son
37. My Son
September 10, 2006
Proist puts Daiya's dad in a pod inside the Super Maryu Beast, Final Dvorzak. The pod is connected to the beast's heart with cords, and when Daiya tries to pull it out, some cords break, making his dad feel excruciating pain.
Reunion, the Father who Betrayed! But I Love You So Much!!
36. Reunion, the Father who Betrayed! But I Love You So Much!!
September 3, 2006
Emperor Darius contacts Lulu and asks her to stop Proist. He asks for a meeting and says he will bring Daiya's father with him. Lulu thinks that it may be a trap, but decides to meet him anyway.
Huge Massacre! Huge Development!! God, the Capital is Sinking…
35. Huge Massacre! Huge Development!! God, the Capital is Sinking…
August 27, 2006
Daiku-Maryu returns to Darius with a special missile that creates Death Cross Point. They join up with Lee and Vestarnu on Daichi-Maryu and head toward Darius Capital.
NEX's True Intention! An Angel's Kiss for the City of Wolves
34. NEX's True Intention! An Angel's Kiss for the City of Wolves
August 20, 2006
Daiku-Maryu heads toward the coast of California looking for the remnants of the Super Maryu.
Goodbye, Innocence! Light the Flame in the Wild Boy’s Heart!
33. Goodbye, Innocence! Light the Flame in the Wild Boy’s Heart!
August 13, 2006
When Kaikink is fixed, more Steel Beasts attack the cargo ship. Then suddenly, Killjaguar and Daiku-Maryu show up and join the battle. They destroy the Steel Beasts, and Daiya and Puria go back onto Daiku-Maryu.
No Weapons, No Bullets, Yes Best Friend! Just the Two of Us in a Battle on the Surface!!
32. No Weapons, No Bullets, Yes Best Friend! Just the Two of Us in a Battle on the Surface!!
August 6, 2006
Daiya and Puria are blown away to the surface on Gaiking's torso and Superior Stinger. They find themselves on a deserted island but don't have enough flame in their machines to fly anywhere.
Look! Praise! Kneel! Arrival of the Wild God Great!!
31. Look! Praise! Kneel! Arrival of the Wild God Great!!
July 30, 2006
Lee infiltrates Daichi-Maryu and finds a way to undo the brainwash on Vestarnu. He tells Daiya to do the same thing to Noza. Shizuka and Sakon overtake Tenku-Maryu, and now the three Maryus and the three Giants of Flame are under their control.
The Successor is 13 Years Old! It's an All-Out War, Captain Lulu!
30. The Successor is 13 Years Old! It's an All-Out War, Captain Lulu!
July 23, 2006
Daiku-Maryu docks by a beautiful lake, and the crewmembers enjoy a moment of relaxation. There, Daiya compares his friend Naoto and his video games to their battle against Raiking and Vulking.
Deadly Full Course Attack! Saspazi Laughs Last!!
29. Deadly Full Course Attack! Saspazi Laughs Last!!
July 16, 2006
Garis must be taken to a rebel fort to get treated, but in order to get there, Daiku-Maryu must fly through a dangerous minefield.
Sin and Punishment and the Cursed Child! Tenku-Maryu of Love and Hate!
28. Sin and Punishment and the Cursed Child! Tenku-Maryu of Love and Hate!
July 9, 2006
Dick intervenes just in time and takes the blade in the shoulder instead of Garis. Lulu gets taken away again by Proist, and Garis and the others return to Daiku-Maryu. There, Sakon, Daimon, and Franklin reveal Garis and Lulu's secret.
Black Past Uncovered! Garis's Mask of Sadness
27. Black Past Uncovered! Garis's Mask of Sadness
June 25, 2006
Daiku-Maryu gets attacked by Vestarnu and her Steel Beasts, and Lulu gets kidnapped. To get her back, Proist tells Garis to come alone to the place where he hid Tenku-Maryu.
Prelude to a Nightmare! Revival of Daichi-Maryu!!
26. Prelude to a Nightmare! Revival of Daichi-Maryu!!
June 11, 2006
Concerned about Captain Garis's odd behavior, Dick and Daiya take off on a surveillance mission and land in a ruined city. There, Dick runs into Proist, and Daiya into Noza.
Crewmembers Fallen to Hell! You're the Idol!
25. Crewmembers Fallen to Hell! You're the Idol!
June 4, 2006
The Daiku-Maryu idol contest enters the final round in which the candidates become an idol for the deciding popularity vote. They each make a performance that will attract the crews attention.
Pink Hippos that Trot across the Battlefield!! Who’s the Idol?
24. Pink Hippos that Trot across the Battlefield!! Who’s the Idol?
May 28, 2006
The Daiku-Maryu crewmembers start seeing pink hippos everywhere on the ship. Dr. Franklin informs them that they are hallucinations from Limitation Syndrome, which occurs when people feel stressed out.
Sakon Escapes?! The Silent Attack of an Assassination Squad
23. Sakon Escapes?! The Silent Attack of an Assassination Squad
May 21, 2006
One day, Shizuka looks frantically for Dr. Sakon, but he is nowhere on the ship. Shizuka becomes furious and takes off on Stinger to go find him.
Burn, Three Idiots! Stolen Gaiking!!
22. Burn, Three Idiots! Stolen Gaiking!!
May 14, 2006
One day, Yanma, Haccho, and Booby, in an attempt to prove their usefulness, force themselves onto Gaiking with Daiya. But Gaiking gets captured by the enemy, and Daiya and the trio are taken back to the enemy warship.
100% Accurate Fortune Telling! Lulu Hits the Mark!!
21. 100% Accurate Fortune Telling! Lulu Hits the Mark!!
May 7, 2006
Lulu starts reading people's fortunes when one day, she predicts that Bry, the rebel fighter and Daiku-Maryu supporter, will reunite with someone special. Meanwhile, Daiya gets jealous watching her read fortunes for other people.
Mini Mini Machines! The Big Treasure Hunt Race!
20. Mini Mini Machines! The Big Treasure Hunt Race!
April 30, 2006
One day on a deserted island, Garis proposes a race to go find Windarium, a mineral ore that can counterattack Darius's ice beam. The winner will become the Daiku-Maryu captain for a day, and ten crewmembers decide to participate in the race.
The New Emperor's Trap! Gaiking's Execution!!
19. The New Emperor's Trap! Gaiking's Execution!!
April 23, 2006
Powerless against the enhanced Steel Beast, Stinger, Serpent, and Killjaguar retreat to Daiku-Maryu for the time being, but they learn that Proist ordered a public execution for Gaiking.
Super Weapon! The Trump Card of Darius
18. Super Weapon! The Trump Card of Darius
April 16, 2006
Dick attacks Gaiking to get to the enemy, and while the enemy falters, Gaiking counterattacks. Although they managed to get through the battle, everybody is furious at Dick for his dangerous tactic.
Friend or Foe?! A Dangerous New Force
17. Friend or Foe?! A Dangerous New Force
April 9, 2006
Daiku-Maryu arrives in the lawless city of Zangyle. Captain Garis tells Rosa to oversee the ship while he goes into town.
Break Through the Cordon! Lee and the Female Panther
16. Break Through the Cordon! Lee and the Female Panther
April 2, 2006
One day, Lee goes on a recon mission and saves Vestarnu, who is being attacked by droid soldiers at Proist's secret quarry. She gets gunpowder in her eyes and becomes temporarily blinded.
A Dangerous Fugitive! A Clue about Father!
15. A Dangerous Fugitive! A Clue about Father!
February 26, 2006
During a battle in the air, a civilian airplane asks Daiku-Maryu for help, and Lulu agrees to let him come onboard. The pilot, a Darius man named Jan, demands to be taken to the surface world and tries unsuccessfully to hijack Daiku-Maryu.
Amusement Park Battle! Rosa's Day Off
14. Amusement Park Battle! Rosa's Day Off
March 19, 2006
After the battle with Noza, Daiku-Maryu and Gaiking get repaired in a new fort built by rebel forces in an abandoned desert city.
Shock! The Captain is Father?!
13. Shock! The Captain is Father?!
February 25, 2006
After the battle with Noza, the captain and Daiya fall ill, and Daiku-Maryu, as well as Stinger and Serpent, are badly damaged. Captain makes Lulu command the ship in his absence, and reveals his identity to Daiya.
Life-or-Death Gamble?! The Forbidden Comeback Technique
12. Life-or-Death Gamble?! The Forbidden Comeback Technique
February 18, 2006
While Grotecter warships are forming Death Cross Point, Noza challenges Daiya to another duel. Daiya goes against Garis's order and accepts, even though he is daunted by Noza's strength.
Violent Tremors!! General Noza Attacks!
11. Violent Tremors!! General Noza Attacks!
February 4, 2006
One day, Grotecter warships of Northern General Noza fly past Daiku-Maryu. They are on their way to create another Death Cross Point, the hole that connects to the world above the surface.
Lulu's Crisis! Terror on the Sea Floor
10. Lulu's Crisis! Terror on the Sea Floor
January 28, 2006
As Daiku-Maryu approaches the dark continent of Arkholand where the Darius Army headquarters is located, Lulu starts having nightmares about her childhood and the black flame.
Face the Future and Fire!
9. Face the Future and Fire!
January 21, 2006
One day on their way to the Ohmazan fort, Daiku-Maryu is attacked by a giant turtle beast, Domega. During the battle, Daiya and Lee try to combine Gaiking and Serpent to become Buster Gaiking, but Lee fails in the attempt.
The Smallest Strongest Enemy in History
8. The Smallest Strongest Enemy in History
January 14, 2006
On their way to their fort in Ohmazan, Daiku-Maryu takes a break in the Kanalups Mountains. Puria, who gets into a foul mood watching Daiya and Lulu having a great time, decides to play a prank on Daiya.
Clash! An Honorable Duel
7. Clash! An Honorable Duel
December 24, 2005
Daiku-Maryu docks at a tropical island where the crewmembers enjoy some beach time. Then from the other side of the island, they hear the sound of wild Demon Beasts, which are indigenous Demon Beasts that have not yet been made evil by the Darius Army.
What Will We Do?! Launching is Impossible!
6. What Will We Do?! Launching is Impossible!
December 17, 2005
Captain Garis temporarily assigns Daiya to five sections on the ship to decide which section he will join permanently.
Were the Bad Guys
5. Were the Bad Guys
December 10, 2005
Daiku-Maryu arrives in Darius and goes to a regional city called Paltegona to stock up on food and supplies. Captain Garis orders Rosa to take Daiya and Puria into town with her in order to give them an opportunity to start getting along.
We're the Bad Guys?!
5. We're the Bad Guys?!
December 5, 2005
Daiku-Maryu arrives in Darius and goes to a regional city called Paltegona to stock up on food and supplies. Captain Garis orders Rosa to take Daiya and Puria into town with her in order to give them an opportunity to start getting along.
Let's Go! Operation Enter Darius!
4. Let's Go! Operation Enter Darius!
December 3, 2005
In order to return to Darius, Daiku-Maryu must go through Death Cross Point and mend the subspace in order to prevent the enemy from going to the surface.
The Start of a Journey... Farewell, Mom!
3. The Start of a Journey... Farewell, Mom!
November 26, 2005
Daiya learns that for their fight against the Darius Army, they have to go to the other world at the core of the earth, and Captain Garis gives Daiya some time to go say goodbye to his mother.
	I'm the Chosen Warrior?!
2. I'm the Chosen Warrior?!
November 19, 2005
Daiya meets the crew of Daiku-Maryu, which includes Lulu, Gaiking's supporter; Captain Garis; Vice Captain Rosa; Shizuka and Daimon in charge of the engine room; and Puria, the pilot of Stinger and the ace fighter of Daiku-Maryu.
The Arrival of Daiku-Maryu!
1. The Arrival of Daiku-Maryu!
November 12, 2005
Daiya Tsuwabuki is a boy in junior high who is known as the town liar. He claims that five years ago, he was saved by a large mechanical dragon when he and his father were attacked at sea by mechanical beasts.
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Where to Watch Gaiking: Leagend Of Daiku Maryu
Gaiking: Leagend Of Daiku Maryu is available for streaming on the TV Asahi website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Gaiking: Leagend Of Daiku Maryu on demand at Amazon.
  • Premiere Date
    November 12, 2005
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