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1984
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Super Dimension Calvary Southern Cross is a Japanese mecha anime series produced by Tatsunoko Production which was first aired in 1984. It is a part of the Super Dimension Trilogy that also includes Macross and Orguss. The show was adapted and released in the West as Robotech: The Masters, which was part of the broader Robotech franchise.

In the distant future of 2120, Earth has joined a vast interstellar community composed of multiple planets. The show revolves around a group of space pilots within the military of the planet Glorie, known as the Southern Cross Army. The Southern Cross Army exists in a world threatened by aliens known as the Zor. The Zor have been attacking planet Earth for a while now, and the Southern Cross Army intends to stop them from destroying their planet.

The main protagonist of the story is Jeanne FrÃ¡nÃ§aix, a civilian who has a passion for space exploration. Her life takes a sudden turn when she is recruited into the Southern Cross Army. Despite her initial reluctance, she soon discovers that she has a skill for piloting that makes her stand out. Jeanne's bravery and determination to save her planet are at the forefront of the story.

The other members of the Southern Cross Army include among others the pilots Dana Sterling, Bowie Emerson, and Sean Philips. Sean Philips is the stickler-for-rules assigned to lead Jeanne and her fellow pilots while Dana and Bowie are hot-headed youths.

As the war between the Zor and the Southern Cross Army intensifies, the series takes on a darker and more serious tone. The show does not shy away from depicting the horrors of war, and several episodes depict the pilots' struggle to cope with their experiences on the battlefield. The story explores a wide range of themes, including heroism, sacrifice, and the cost of war.

One of the highlights of Super Dimension Calvary is the mechs. The series features a variety of futuristic machines, including the popular Tactical Armors. These giant machines are piloted by the characters and can transform into different forms depending on the situation. This adds a lot of excitement to the series as the Tactical Armors clash with the Zor's mechas in epic battles.

The animation quality of the series is impressive, particularly for a show of its time. The mecha designs are iconic and look striking, while the character designs are well-detailed and expressive. The show's backgrounds are also well-crafted, depicting a futuristic world with cities and interesting landscapes.

Super Dimension Calvary Southern Cross boasts of an excellent soundtrack that complements the show's story and action scenes perfectly. The series' opening and ending themes, in particular, are memorable and catchy. The Voice acting is on point and does an excellent job of bringing the characters to life.

Overall, Super Dimension Calvary Southern Cross is an exciting mecha action series that has aged well. The show's emphasis on character development and exploration of mature themes sets it apart from other mecha anime of the time. The story is well thought out, and the pacing is fantastic, making it easy for viewers to follow the plot. The mechs' designs are fascinating, and the battle scenes are thrilling, making it appealing to viewers who enjoy an action-packed show.

For those who enjoy Robotech, this is a must-watch, as it is one of the shows that makes up the Robotech franchise. Additionally, the show is also recommended for fans of other mecha anime, such as Gundam and Evangelion. Overall, Super Dimension Calvary Southern Cross is an excellent watch for anyone who enjoys a good mecha anime with an immersive story and unforgettable characters.

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Seasons

23. Genesis

September 30, 1984

The Zor Fleet Commanders answer the all-out assault from the Southern Cross forces with an offensive of their own. The flagship is dispatched to recover the Protozor from the ruins while the others destroy the fleet and inhabitants. Eventually, The Zor commanders reveal their origins.

22. Catastrophe

September 23, 1984

Supreme Commander Claude Leon launches the entire fleet against the Zor in an all-or-nothing attempt to destroy them. General Emerson is tasked with not letting the Zor through to the planet.

21. Nightmare

September 16, 1984

Bowie takes Musica to the Zor ruins. Meanwhile, Lana forces Jeanne and her squad to assist in locating the AWOL Bowie and the Zor spy.

20. Daydream

September 9, 1984

The 15th squad sneaks Musica past the GMP by dressing her up as a soldier. While at the 15th ATAC headquarters, Musica sings an old song about a flower that is the center of the Zor civilization. Jeanne hears this and wonders if they are the flowers found in the Zor ruins.

19. Crisis

September 2, 1984

The Zor observe the captured members of the 15th bicker with each other while in captivity. Musica manages to jog Seifriet's memory to where he can recall parts of his past, as well as his experiences as a biohuman. Unfortunately, Seifriet is shot and recaptured by the Zor guards.

18. Wonderland

August 26, 1984

Seifriet escapes from Jeanne and Andrejz and they eventually rejoin the rest of their band. The group finds the civilian population center within the ship and attempts to blend in to avoid capture. However, when the squad is brought to the attention of the guards, they split into two groups inside the Zor large city ship as they search for a means to destroy it.

17. Bio Psycher

August 19, 1984

While playing video games with Jeanne, Louis invents an optical tracking system that follows where the user looks and targets where they focus. Two officers from the Special Technical Corps approach Louis to use this design for training. Meanwhile, The 15th ATAC launches with the next wave to assault the Zor flagship, but the Biopsychers are out in full strength providing strong resistance.

16. Hunter Killer

August 5, 1984

Emerson tries to slip his fleet past the Zor forces and reinforce the moon bases. The Zor let him think he has escaped before unleashing forces in pursuit. To complement forces, Transport Squadron 85 arrives from deep space with additional troops and supplies. Meanwhile, The Zors experiment with a new control system for their Bioroids, the Biopsycher.

15. Love Story

July 29, 1984

Supreme Commander Claude Leon decides to mount a two-pronged attack on the Zor by forming a large attack fleet. He places General Rolf Emerson in command of the offensive along with all the officers who disagree with the Commander's policies. Meanwhile, PSC Charles de Etouard decides to have some fun with Marie by leaving her waiting for their date.

14. Iron Lady

July 22, 1984

The Zor are utilizing Seifriet's implants to learn the plans of the Southern Cross Army. A relief fleet of at least 13 battlecruisers is dispatched to reinforce and revitalize the Aluce Development Center.

13. Triple Mirror

July 15, 1984

Supreme Commander Leon is tired of their numerous defeats and decides to take the offensive with a new weapon called Auroran, a transformable helicopter. The Tactical Space Corps takes a beating and 2LT Marie Angel manages to rally the troops and retreat to a base on the moon Alus. Meanwhile, back on Glorie, Jeanne decides to take Seifriet to the mounds containing the Zor ruins.

12. Lost Memory

July 8, 1984

Impressed by Jeanne's results in jogging Seifriet's memories, General Emerson has him assigned to the 15th ATAC squad. A number of the squad members have difficulties accepting Seifriet into the ranks considering their fellow squadmates whom he has slain.

11. D©j Vu

July 1, 1984

General Emerson sees to it that Seifriet is taken to a doctor of his choosing so that this biohuman isn't destroyed like the last one. Efforts to restore his memory prove useless, so he is moved to a military hospital in attempts to remind him of his military background.

10. Outsider

June 24, 1984

Seifriet is taken in for questioning after being found by Lana, barely conscious on the battlefield. Major George Lombard arrives from the Liberty Patrol fleet to assist Glorie against the Zor. The Southern Cross High Command is disturbed when they realize this is the only help Supreme Commander Reinhardt has sent from Liberty.

9. Star Dust

June 17, 1984

Bowie introduces Jeanne to George Sullivan, a Lieutenant in the Special Technical Corps who is trying to determine a way to destroy the Zor vessels after his sister was killed in a Zor attack. Meanwhile, another of the Zor vessels descends to rescue the downed flagship.

8. Metal Fire

June 10, 1984

The captured bioroid is analyzed and the pilot is determined to be an advanced android despite Jeanne's pleas to the contrary. Later, the Zor launch an attack on the population centers of Glorie to gather more biohumans to pilot the bioroids.

7. Labyrinth

May 27, 1984

The 15th squad is cut off from the Southern Cross command by the Zor commanders. They split up in an attempt to gather more information and to find a way back out. Bowie meets Musica, the decisive one of the musical triad. Meanwhile, the Zor fleet commanders contact Claude Leon and offer a peaceful settlement if the humans agree to become biohumans, like Seifriet.

6. Prelude

May 20, 1984

The members of the 15th squad prepare to explore the downed Zor space ship to learn about their foe. Bowie does some soul searching and wonders whether if he wants to be a member of the military, when his real dream is to be a pianist.

5. Trouble City

May 13, 1984

Corporal Louis Ducasse figures out a plan to disable the drive system on the large Zor space ships. The 15th is dispatched to enact a plan.

4. Half Moon

May 6, 1984

Jeanne and Bowie move their patrol into an out-of-bounds territory near some old ruins. They encounter Seifriet and a landing ship exploring the area. Bowie's Flash Clapper is destroyed and he is captured.

3. Star Angel

April 29, 1984

SGM Jeanne volunteers herself and members of her squad to assist in a mission to try to break through the Zor blockade and contact Liberty for assistance in repelling the Zor forces. When the engines of Lt. Borg's shuttle refuse to shutoff, the shuttle plows into the energy barriers of one the Zor ships and attracts fire from the Zor forces.

2. Makeup

April 22, 1984

The Southern Cross Army manages to decode and decipher a number of transmissions from inside the large Zor ships. With the information learned, the Southern Cross High Command has decided to launch a pre-emptive strike against one of the Zor city ships.

1. Prisoner

April 13, 1984

SGM Jeanne leads her squad on unapproved recon maneuvers even though the army is on alert due to a recent attack on the Development Center on the moon, Alpha. Meanwhile, the Zor have arrived around Glorie and one of their city ships begins the decent into the atmosphere.

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