Ep 16. Street of Fireflies
- December 28, 1978
Tetsuro, the young orphan boy aboard the legendary Galaxy Express 999, and Maetel, his mysterious companion, arrive on the planet of Pluto. In search of a new source of energy to power the galaxy, the pair journeys through the dark and icy landscape of the planet's surface.
But their travels are interrupted when they come across the Street of Fireflies, a bustling marketplace on Pluto where vendors peddle their wares in the glow of countless bioluminescent bugs. Tetsuro is immediately entranced by the spectacle, marveling at the colorful displays and unique goods on offer.
As they make their way through the market, Tetsuro and Maetel encounter a number of curious characters, including a group of street performers who use holographic technology to put on dazzling light shows for the crowds. But not all is as it seems in the Street of Fireflies, and the pair soon learns that there are those who would use the glowing insects for dark purposes.
Tetsuro and Maetel find themselves caught up in a dangerous plot to steal the precious fireflies from their natural habitat and use them to power a powerful weapon of destruction. With the help of a local guide named Cricket, the duo must navigate the treacherous terrain of Pluto and stop the villains before it's too late.
But the stakes are high, and danger lurks around every corner. As Tetsuro and Maetel race to save the fireflies and protect the galaxy from harm, they learn valuable lessons about trust, friendship, and the value of life itself.
Can they succeed in their mission and emerge victorious against their foes? Tune in to this exciting episode of Galaxy Express 999 to find out!