Macross

About Macross

Looking for background on Macross (超時空要塞マクロス)? This action, drama and mecha series by Artland and Tatsunoko Production (1982) starts out like this. What the story covers: In 1999, a giant alien spacecraft crash lands on South Ataria island. Humanity proceeds to attempt to rebuild this marvel, but political conflicts centered around the Macross result in a global war.

Soon after, after 10 years, the Unification Wars are finally over, the new Earth United Nations Government is in power, and work on the Macross is complete. On the day of the launching ceremony, its main cannon fires on its own, destroying an alien spacecraft. This fateful day marks the beginning of the war between the humans on the Macross and the Zentradi, a race of humanoid aliens of giant proportions.

As an action title, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Mika Doi as Misa Hayase and Mari Iijima as Minmay Lynn. This one is best suited to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. The run is 36 episodes in total, so you know what you are signing up for.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Artland and Tatsunoko Production, which means the visual identity of Macross follows that studio's craft. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. A 7.5/10 score points to a dependable, well-liked series. Voice casting, including Mika Doi as Misa Hayase, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. Released in 1982, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.