Macross Frontier

Macross Frontier
(The power of music saves us all)


The new show celebrates the 25th anniversary of the original Super Dimension Fortress Macross TV series (1982–1983), and is chronologically subsequent to Macross 7 (1994–1996). This third TV series introduces Earth's latest main variable fighter, the VF-25 Messiah (メサイア) and a new ship called the Macross Frontier. The show retains the signature space opera theme consistent with all series set in the Macross universe (which intertwine musical numbers with fast-paced variable fighter combat).

On the Macross timeline, the story is set in the year 2059, 47 years after the original Super Dimension Fortress Macross, 19 years after Macross Plus and 14 years after the story of Macross 7. The series features the 25th New Macross-class Colonial Fleet, dubbed the Macross Frontier, en route to the galactic center. This heavily populated interstellar fleet (consisting of numerous civilian vessels and their military escorts) contains a makeup of both human occupants and their Zentradi allies. As such, many of the Macross Frontier's companion vessels appear to merge more metallic Human designs with organic Zentradi aesthetics. Macross Frontier's plot explores a combination of action/political intrigue/space drama more than previous Macross series have done in the past.

As the series begins, during a mission to an unexplored asteroid belt a reconnaissance New U.N. Spacy (N.U.N.S.) VF-171 is destroyed by extremely powerful and fast insectoid biomechanical alien mecha known as the "Vajra" (バジュラ), which immediately begin their attack on the rest of the fleet. Unable to stop the new enemy threat, the N.U.N.S. Colonial Defense Forces authorizes the deployment of a Private Military Provider organization called S.M.S. (Strategic Military Services) which utilizes the new VF-25 Messiah variable fighter to combat the alien menace.

OMGILOVETHISSERIESSOMUCHTHATITMAKESMEWANTTOSCREAMANDSHOUTANDSTEALEVERYONESLEFTSHOE. This is the most incredible anime I have seen since my Sailor Moon days. I mean, I felt like I was 12 years old again. I was a rabid fan girl! This show has everything and it appeals to both male and female audiences.

Unfortunately, this show never made it to the US, nor will it. Since it’s airing in 2008, there has since been one movie (The False Diva) and there is a 2nd movie in progress (title has not yet been released). The first movie is a prequel/alternate reality to the anime and the 2nd movie happens to be a sequel and sticks to the originality of the anime. I loved all the characters, especially Sheryl Nome whom I connected with on so many different levels. You watch through the show, the characters also progress to build a new future for themselves. I loved the entire soundtrack! The music was great and catchy.

I bet you guys seriously didn’t know that I am a serious Robotech/Macross fan? I may be young but, I know all about that old school anime and I know what’s good.
Since watching Macross Frontier, nothing has held my interest like it did. All these new anime that have been airing have become quite tasteless and seem to be more focused on young school girls…OH WAIT.

Furthermore, this is an awesome series! I highly recommend it because I mean what could be cooler than hot chicks singing their hearts out to you and mechs?

(I would like to apologize for not updating on a regular basis like I had hoped. I am having to deal with some issues in my own personal life and it takes priority over all my hobbies. Again, I do apologize and hope that all of you continue to read our blogs!)