Ambassador Magma...
Ambassador Magma saw a very early US release on VHS...
I enjoyed shows like Space Giants and Ultraman, but, for some reason, seeing that type of show in animated form just isn't the same. I should have known that I wasn't going to like this when I first saw it, but, it was one of those days when I couldn't go home without anime. And, at the time, this was new, so, I thought I would give it a try.
I've since heard rumors that Osamu Tezuka's original concept for the anime series was rejected during his lifetime and shelved. I've heard that, later, after his death, the concept was revived. I had Ambassador Magma on subtitled VHS. I wasn't really pleased with the series, so, I gave it a 0 out of 5. In the aftermath of the Ultimate Otaku Fall Cleanup, I decided not to keep it in my archive. By the way, Ranger Sombra manages a page on the subject of Ambassador Magma (Portuguese).
According to the Anime Movie Guide by Helen McCarthy (page 194). ISBN# 0-87951-781-6:Ambassador Magma is a golden human rocket created to defend the planet Earth. Goa, an old foe that Magma had defeated, has awakened from dormancy and attempts to capture the planet Earth again. To keep Earth safe from the hands of Goa, Magma has been reawakened to watch over the planet.
Volume 1
My Name is Goa
Fumiaki Asuka and his daughter Miki are keepers of Goa and Ambassador Magma's spirits. After Fumiaki is captured by aliens and releases Goa's spirit, Miki is pursued and finds protection in Atsushi Murakami's house. She discovers the true purpose of her life and must decide what to do.
The Gold Giant
Goa's attempt to capture Miki fails and Ambassador Magma returns to Earth. However, this does not stop Goa's plan for conquest and he sends humanoid creatures to quietly begin his plan. Mamoru meets with the protector of the Earth and gains insight into Goa and Magma.
Silent Invasion
As Atsushi and Junya try to uncover evidence of Goa's existence, a mysterious stranger appears. Mamoru and Tomoko are attacked by a savage canine and must fight to stay alive.
Volume 2
The Two Mamorus
Determined to find "Earth," Goa captures Mamoru and sends one of his creatures to terrorize Atsushi and Junya.
The Government Strategy
The Defense Intelligence Agency (D.I.A.) is eager to discover what the aliens plan for planet Earth. Meanwhile, Mamoru is attacked by a creature but receives help from "Earth's" new rocket-humanoid assistant, Gamu.
Volume 3
The Questionable Warrior
Acting on the advice of his father, Mamoru follows Kunisaki to the Defense Intelligence Agency (D.I.A.) headquarters to learn about the origin of Earth. The government is convinced that Ambassador Magma is responsible for a deadly tsunami created by Goa. Believing in Magma's innocence Mamoru risks his life to help a friend.
Gigantic Task
While searching for Onitono shrine Atsushi and Sekita find a girl that may lead them to Goa. As Mamoru and Umemura investigate a government installation they are abducted by Udo, a deadly being. Mamoru leans a powerful lesson as he and his comrades escape into the forest.
Volume 4
Hunted Whistle
Goa's evil assistant Jagobu sends alien assassins to retrieve Mamoru's mystic whistle. In a desperate fight for life Mamoru and his mother vanquish one of the alien menaces with the help of Mr. Imai, a new friend. Believing they are safe, Mamoru and Tomoko accepts Mr. Imai's invitation to a barbecue. There they meet Midori, the Imai's only daughter who makes Tomoko very uncomfortable. When Hilda crashes the barbecue looking for the whistle, she reveals a secret that shocks everyone.
The Resurrection of Udo
Mamoru blames Goa for the deaths of those that were close to him. When it appears that his mother may be the next target, he decides to go after the evil Goa. Finding an ominous cave under a questionable shrine, Mamoru, the intelligence bureau and Gamu face off against the newly resurrected Udo.
Volume 5
Mother and Her Love
When Mamorus' life is threatened, he is saved by a guardian angel. Discovering the identify of his rescuer, Mamoru becomes enraged and confused. When Udo uses Atsushi, Sekida, and Umemura as bartering tools to capture Magma, the stranger appears again.
Rage of The Earth
Along with the battling Ambassador Magma and Udo a group of people are transported back in time. While the two titans clash, Magma is aided by a former opponent. A temporal distortion with a path returning back to their period appears, but will everyone be able to return?
Volume 6
Death of Magma
Udo and Ambassador Magma clash till death, but when Goa becomes involved who is the real Victor? When Udo is about to demolish Ambassador Magma, he suddenly turns on Goa and attacks him instead. Has the world turned upside-down? Or is there some reason to this madness?
The Planet of Love
Mamoru leans the shocking origin of mankind. With Magma gone who will save the humans from Goa? Watch this final climatic episode and find the answers.
Note the shots of Osamu Tezuka's original manga art in the credits.
I enjoyed shows like Space Giants and Ultraman, but, for some reason, seeing that type of show in animated form just isn't the same. I should have known that I wasn't going to like this when I first saw it, but, it was one of those days when I couldn't go home without anime. And, at the time, this was new, so, I thought I would give it a try.I've since heard rumors that Osamu Tezuka's original concept for the anime series was rejected during his lifetime and shelved. I've heard that, later, after his death, the concept was revived. I had Ambassador Magma on subtitled VHS. I wasn't really pleased with the series, so, I gave it a 0 out of 5. In the aftermath of the Ultimate Otaku Fall Cleanup, I decided not to keep it in my archive. By the way, Ranger Sombra manages a page on the subject of Ambassador Magma (Portuguese).
