description Voltes V Overview
From out of nowhere, a mysterious alien race known as the Boazan Forces has invaded the Earth. A group of individuals specially trained to handle this kind of situation has been unleashed. Kenichi, Ippei, Daijirou, Hiyoshi & Megumi are the pilots of the Choudenji Machine Voltes V (5), Earth's defense against the Boazan and their terrible Beast Warriors. The plot thickens as the Go Brothers discover their true heritage and the truth behind their father's disappearance.
Conflicts and mixed emotions hinder the Go Brothers at times but due to their unwavering desire to find their dad, they must go to the place where it all started.
help Voltes V FAQ
Who pilots Voltes V?
The five pilots are Kenichi, Ippei, Daijiro, Hiyoshi, and Megumi. Their Volt Machines combine into Voltes V, so the number five refers to both the robot and its pilot team.
When was the original Voltes V anime released, and how long is it?
The original TV anime aired in Japan from June 4, 1977 to March 25, 1978, for 40 episodes. Toei produced it with animation by Nippon Sunrise.
What is the conflict with the Boazan Forces?
The Boazan Forces invade Earth under Prince Heinel, while the story also follows the Gou brothers' search for their father and Boazan's divided society. That family and class conflict is a major part of Voltes V, not just a monster-of-the-week setup.
Is Voltes V: Legacy the same as the original anime?
No, Voltes V: Legacy is a Filipino live-action adaptation from 2023, while this catalog item is the 1977 Japanese animated series. The live-action version reworks the same core robot and invasion premise for a different format.
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