Fighting General Daimos English Sub & Dub

About Fighting General Daimos

Looking for background on Fighting General Daimos (闘将ダイモス)? This adventure, drama and mecha series by Sunrise and Toei Animation (1978) starts out like this. The setup: The third of Tadao Nagahama's Romance Super Robot Trilogy. (#1: Chou Denji Robo Combattler V, #2: Chou Denji Machine Voltes V) After the destruction of their homeworld. Unfortunately, during the negotiations, the Barmian’s leader, Leon, is assassinated by his second in command, Olban, and the delegation from Earth is framed for the murder.

Along the way, in the ensuing chaos, Doctor Isamu Ryuuzaki of the Earth delegation is shot and killed. Shortly after the disastrous end of the talks, the Barmians (called “Valerians” in Starbirds) begin a campaign of terror against Earth, lead by Leon’s son, Admiral Richter. The only thing standing between the Earthlings and annihilation is the transforming, karate-using super robot, Daimos and its pilot, Kazuya Ryuuzaki.

In an adventure series like this, exploration, new locations and a steady sense of momentum drive the story. Voice work is led by Miyuki Ueda as Erika and Akira Kamiya as Kazuya Ryuzaki. Think of it as a pick for anyone who enjoys travel-the-world storytelling. At 44 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Sunrise and Toei Animation, so the studio's house style defines how Fighting General Daimos looks and moves on screen. Because it leans on adventure, 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. Voice casting, including Miyuki Ueda as Erika, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 1978, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.