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Space Pirate Captain Harlock

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It is 2977 AD and mankind has become stagnant. Robots do all the work, the masses are kept tranquil by subliminal messages, and government officials are lazy, caring only about recreational activities like golf and horse racing. Captain Herlock has defied this insipid mentality, leading a group of like-minded rebels to a more adventurous life aboard the spaceship Arcadia. A mysterious force known as the Mazone has invaded the Earth, taking the form of mysterious cloaked women that kill anyone who suspect their nefarious doings, such as Tadashi Daiba who is now on their hit-list.

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Why does Captain Harlock rebel against Earth's government?

In the year 2977, Earth's population has become passive while its government ignores the danger posed by the Mazone. Harlock leaves Earth aboard the battleship Arcadia and fights independently with a crew that still values freedom and responsibility.

Who are the Mazone in Space Pirate Captain Harlock?

The Mazone are a plant-like alien civilization led by Queen Rafflesia. Their planned return to Earth drives the central conflict of the 1978 television series.

Is Captain Harlock connected to Galaxy Express 999?

Yes. Both were created by manga artist Leiji Matsumoto and share characters and imagery across his loosely connected universe. Harlock and the Arcadia also appear in Galaxy Express 999 stories, although continuity varies between adaptations.

How is the original series different from the 2013 CG movie?

The original is a 1978 Toei Animation television series built around the Mazone war and Matsumoto's hand-drawn designs. The 2013 film Space Pirate Captain Harlock retells the concept with computer animation and a substantially altered plot.

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