Ep 2. Battle At the Bottom of the World!
- TV-Y7
- January 2, 1964
- 25 min
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(17)
In Gigantor season 1 episode 2 titled "Battle At the Bottom of the World!", we see our protagonist, Jimmy Sparks, and his massive robot Gigantor (also known as Tetsujin 28) take on a mysterious enemy at the South Pole. The episode opens with Jimmy and his Uncle Bob, who is also his guardian and the builder of Gigantor, receiving a message from Chief Barnes at the South Pole research base. The message warns them of an impending attack from an unknown force.
Jimmy and Uncle Bob waste no time and set off for the South Pole immediately, with Gigantor carrying them in its arms. Upon arrival, Jimmy and Uncle Bob are greeted by Chief Barnes and several other researchers, all of whom are on high alert due to the imminent attack. They reveal to Jimmy and Uncle Bob that they have been tracking a strange object deep under the ice for the last few months, and it has suddenly started to move towards the surface.
Before they can gather any more information, the object bursts through the ice, revealing itself to be a giant mechanized crab with the ability to burrow through the ice at an alarming speed. The crab starts to attack the research base, causing chaos and destruction everywhere it goes. Jimmy and Uncle Bob activate Gigantor to fight off the crab, but it quickly becomes apparent that Gigantor is no match for this new foe.
The crab, which seems impervious to Gigantor's attacks, manages to capture Gigantor in its claws and starts to drag it towards the ocean. Jimmy desperately tries to free Gigantor, but to no avail. It's only when Uncle Bob suggests freezing the crab's claws that they are able to break free and escape. But the danger is far from over.
The crab continues to burrow through the ice, heading straight towards the ocean. Jimmy and Uncle Bob realize that if the crab is not stopped, it could cause a massive tsunami and destroy everything in its path. With Gigantor badly damaged from the previous battle, Jimmy hatches a plan to stop the crab using the research base's supply of liquid nitrogen.
After a tense confrontation with the crab, Jimmy is able to lure it onto the ice where Uncle Bob sprays it with liquid nitrogen, freezing it solid. With the crab defeated, Jimmy and Uncle Bob return to the research base victorious, where Chief Barnes congratulates them on their heroic efforts.
Overall, "Battle At the Bottom of the World!" is a thrilling and action-packed episode that showcases the power of Gigantor and the resourcefulness of its team. It's a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone who loves a good adventure.