Combattler V English Sub & Dub

About Combattler V

Meet Combattler V (Chou Denji Robo Combattler V), an adventure and sci-fi anime by Toei Animation (1976). Here is the premise in a nutshell. In short: The first of Tadao Nagahama's Romance Super Robot Trilogy. (#2: Chou Denji Machine Voltes V, #3: Toushou Daimos) Thousands of years ago. One group, lead by the scientist Oreana, landed on Earth, but was delayed from their mission.

Along the way, in the early 21st century, Oreana's group reawakens and begins their plan to conquer the Earth. The only effective defense against the Campbellians' giant biomechanical slave beasts is the super-electromagnetic robot, Combattler V and its pilots.

As an adventure title, exploration, new locations and a steady sense of momentum drive the story. If you count yourself among anyone who enjoys travel-the-world storytelling, put it on your list.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Toei Animation, so the studio's house style defines how Combattler V looks and moves on screen. The adventure focus matters here: exploration, new locations and a steady sense of momentum drive the story. Its 6.8/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. It aired in 1976, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.