Ougon Yuusha Goldran

The Brave of Gold Goldran / 黄金勇者ゴルドラン / Ogon Yusha Gorudoran / Golden Brave Goldran
Ougon Yuusha Goldran
Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Mecha, Sci-Fi
Themes: Mecha
Studios: Sunrise
Producers: Nagoya Broadcasting Network, Studio Take Off, Tokyu Agency
Rating: 7 / 10
Rank: #4492
Popularity: #10196
Users Listed: 3,604
Users Scored: 962
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 11/23/2022
Aired: February 4, 1995 – January 27, 1996 (Winter)
Type: tv
Source: original
Age Rating: G
Episodes: 48
Broadcast: Saturday at 17:00 (JST)

Synopsis:

In a world where ancient robotic warriors slumber as crystalline forms, three young companions embark on a journey to awaken these powerful machines. Their quest unfolds amidst a backdrop of quaint towns and mysterious ruins, hinting at a forgotten history intertwined with the arrival of these extraterrestrial beings. The trio faces opposition from Walter, a theatrical figure whose ambitions are consistently undermined by his own ineptitude and the antics of his similarly flawed subordinates.

The series emphasizes the bonds between the protagonists as they navigate challenges, relying on ingenuity and camaraderie rather than overwhelming strength. While the stakes involve potentially world-altering power, the overall tone leans towards lighthearted exploration, focusing on character dynamics and the quirky nature of both heroes and adversaries. It presents a narrative centered on youthful determination in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds, delivered with a consistently humorous sensibility.

Episodes:

  • Episode 1: Awaken! Golden Hero (Aired: 02/04/1995)
  • Episode 2: That name is Advenger (Aired: 02/11/1995)
  • Episode 3: Big Adventure on the Southern Island (Aired: 02/18/1995)
  • Episode 4: Guru Guru Jungle Adventure! (Aired: 02/25/1996)
  • Episode 5: Love is an Extreme Fireball Race! (Aired: 03/04/1995)
  • ... and 43 more episodes

Characters:

  • Dran (Main) - Voice Actors: Narita, Ken
  • Harashima, Takuya (Main) - Voice Actors: Minami, Omi, Jeong, Mi Sook
  • Suganuma, Dai (Main) - Voice Actors: Okano, Kousuke
  • Tokimura, Kazuki (Main) - Voice Actors: Morita, Kiyu
  • Walzac, Walter (Main) - Voice Actors: Morikawa, Toshiyuki, Kang, Su Jin
  • Captain Shark (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Yamanoi, Jin
  • Chris (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Miyamura, Yuko
  • Emperor Walzac (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Sasaoka, Shigezou
  • King of Sodora (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Genda, Tesshou
  • Michiru-sensei (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Asami, Junko
  • Princess Kiku (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Hayashibara, Megumi
  • Queen Lej (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Touma, Yumi
  • Sangross, Colonel (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Chafurin
  • Serious's subordinate (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Itou, Kentarou
  • Sheathluh, Sharanla (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Asami, Junko
  • Walzac, Serious (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Sadaoka, Sayuri, Seong, Wan Gyeong

Staff:

  • Takamatsu, Shinji (Director, Episode Director, Storyboard)
  • Chiba, Kouichi (Sound Director)
  • Hishikawa, Naoki (Episode Director, Storyboard)
  • Minami, Yasuhiro (Episode Director, Storyboard)
  • Watanabe, Shinichi (Episode Director, Storyboard)
  • Yamaguchi, Yuuji (Episode Director, Storyboard)
  • Amiya, Masaharu (Script)
  • Araki, Kenichi (Script)
  • Yamada, Yasunori (Script)
  • Kikuchi, Kazuhito (Storyboard)
  • Shiramine, Mitsuko (Theme Song Lyrics)
  • Tadano, Natsumi (Theme Song Lyrics)
  • Abe, Misao (Key Animation)
  • Abe, Munetaka (Animation Check, Key Animation)
  • Hayama, Kenji (Key Animation)
  • Hiraoka, Masayuki (Animation Director)
  • Itou, Tatsufumi (Key Animation)
  • Iwane, Masaaki (Key Animation)
  • Kai, Keiko (Color Design)
  • Kobayashi, Toshimitsu (Key Animation)
  • Komori, Takahiro (Key Animation)
  • Matsuo, Hayato (Music)
  • Mori, Hisashi (Key Animation)
  • Nakazawa, Kazuto (Key Animation)
  • Nojiri, Yukiko (Editing)
  • Okada, Tomoaki (Art Director)
  • Ookawara, Kunio (Mechanical Design)
  • Osaka, Hiroshi (Animation Director)
  • Sasakado, Nobuyoshi (Animation Director)
  • Satou, Keiichi (Animation Director)
  • Shouji, Masahiro (Sound Effects)
  • Suzuki, Tsutomu (Chief Animation Director)
  • Takaya, Hirotoshi (Character Design, Key Animation, Animation Director)
  • Tetsura, Noriyaki (Key Animation)
  • Tsubata, Yoshiaki (Key Animation)
  • Ueda, Youichi (Key Animation)
  • Wanibuchi, Kazuhiko (Key Animation)
  • Yanagisawa, Tetsuya (Animation Director)
  • Yatate, Hajime (Original Creator)

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