The Guardian of Space English Sub & Dub

About The Guardian of Space

Meet The Guardian of Space (Uchuu Majin Daikengou), an action, adventure and sci-fi anime by Toei Animation, Studio Nue (1978). Here is the premise in a nutshell. At its core: Giant robot Daikengo flies through space to re-establish galactic peace; on-board prince Ryger, who ran away from his planet Emperius to defeat the menace out of his reign borders, in order to save his people; Cleo. They struggle evil Lady Baracross, leading invasion forces, with her assistant Roboleon, wearing a Napoleon style hat.

Also worth knowing: Daikengo is the first robot with scuttles on his mouth. When he opens them, his vampire style teeth are shown and he can spit fire.

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Think of it as a pick for viewers who like fast, high-impact fights.

Production & Appeal

Toei Animation, Studio Nue is the studio behind The Guardian of Space, and its direction shapes everything from character design to motion. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 6.1/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. It aired in 1978, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.