"ULTRAMAN" was well received as a Netflix original animation work, but have you watched it? 2022 was a year in which the Ultraman series was in the spotlight, with the release of "Shin Ultraman" directed by Hideaki Anno. As a fan of the Ultraman series, I would like you to pay attention to "Ultraman Decker", which is being developed as a traditional TV series, but for those of you who read core anime information sites like Anime Mill, it may be a little disappointing. For such people, I would like you to watch this work "ULTRAMAN". Unlike the Ultraman series made for children, this work is created with the theme of the Ultraman series that adults can really enjoy, so even fans who like core anime will be able to enjoy it. Following the first season, the second season has been animated, so please use this article to understand what happened in the first season and enjoy watching the entire season.
The world several decades after Ultraman left
First of all, the world view that is the basic premise of this work is that this work depicts the world several decades after Ultraman was defeated by Zetton in the national TV work "Ultraman". The story progresses with the theme of how humanity will face threats after Ultraman, who once played an active role like a guardian deity for humanity, is gone.
Shin Hayata, who once transformed into Ultraman, has become an old man.
Shin Hayata, who once protected peace as Ultraman, has become an old man. The actor who played Shin Hayata at the time is now a grandfather, but if you look closely, they look very similar. When the characters who actually appeared as actors in this work appear, they are drawn to look very similar, so you can tell who they are at a glance, which is what makes this work interesting for Ultra fans.
Ultraman's power remains! !
Although Hayata Shin can no longer transform into Ultraman, he still retains some of his Ultraman powers. He wears an Iron Man-like suit and fights aliens.
The power of Ultraman is passed down!
Such a Shin Hayata had one son. He was born when he was quite old, so the age difference between them is like that of a grandfather and grandson, but they are still father and son. The power he received from Ultraman was passed down to his son, Shinjiro, who had powers that were comparable to Shin's.
A new story begins for his son, Hayata Shinjiro
The protagonist of this masterpiece is Hayata Shinjiro, the son of Hayata Shin, the man who was once Ultraman. The main story of this work is that he puts on an Ultra Suit and fights against many aliens.
New Enemy
The enemies that stand in the way of this new hero, Shinjiro Hayata, are also much more powerful than in the original Ultraman series. In this work, aliens, rather than monsters, appear as the main enemies, and the world view is somewhat closer to Ultra Seven.
The mysterious enemy Bemular
The mysterious enemy Bemular, who has appeared since the first episode, is an alien who is key to the story's progression. His purpose is still unknown, and as an alien who has appeared for the first time in the story, what is he plotting and doing? As the story progresses, it gradually becomes clear, which is one of the interesting aspects of the story.
Fight as Ultraman
Facing such formidable foes, Shinjiro dons an Ultra Suit and confronts them as Ultraman. Just as his father once defeated many formidable foes and protected peace on Earth, Shinjiro will use the powers he has been given to protect peace for humanity.
Conflict as Ultraman
In the midst of such daily battles, Shinjiro also begins to feel confused. As he was originally just a high school student, he is confused by the fact that he has suddenly found himself in a situation where he must take the life of an enemy, even if they are aliens, for the sake of peace. Please also pay attention to how he resolves this inner conflict in the story.
Accept your fate
Shinjiro's inner conflict was full of twists and turns, but in the end he came to the conclusion that he couldn't pretend he didn't know about the power he was given and not put it to some use. He accepted his fate and, as Ultraman, carried out his duties to protect peace on Earth.
Shinjiro unleashes his powers
Once he made up his mind, his voice became faster. It seems that Shinjiro will unleash his powers faster than the Science Patrol had imagined. He will demonstrate his abilities as the ultimate hero, even more powerful than originally expected.
More powerful than expected
Although he is an enemy in the early stages, Shinjiro succeeds in defeating the aliens without getting into any major trouble, and gradually begins to realize that he is making a great contribution to protecting people's lives as Ultraman. He is now able to take pride in the fact that his actions are helping to care for many people.
Gliding in the sky
Having inherited the power of Ultraman, he is now able to glide through the sky. The fact that he can move in three dimensions while fighting enemies is also a strategic advantage he has.
The truth is revealed
Shinjiro has been able to carry out his missions smoothly to some extent, but after a while he faces another challenge. It is a reunion with Bemular, the formidable enemy he faced at the beginning. The reunion with Bemular propels the story into a new phase.
To a new phase
Working together with his allies, he barely holds his own against Bemular, but as soon as he achieves his goal, he disappears. This scene is one of the most exciting battles in Season 1, so be sure to check it out.
Ultra Suit users with unique personalities
As you can see, many charming companions will appear in Season 1. From here on, I would like to introduce in detail Shinjiro's reliable and charming companions, each with their own quirks.
Dan Moroboshi
Dan Moroboshi uses the Seven Suit and fights alongside Shinjiro. Unlike Shinjiro, he does not have the power of Ultraman, but he has overcome many difficult situations using the Seven Suit, which was made so that ordinary people can use it. He has more combat experience than Shinjiro, so he acts as a commander, calmly judging the situation and giving appropriate advice to Shinjiro.
Hokuto Seiji
In the second half of the season, Hokuto Seiji, who handles Ace Suits, appeared. Hokuto is a junior from Shinjiro's high school and was originally acquainted with Shinjiro, so they seem to get along well and are friendly with each other, but something happens that causes a slight conflict.
Seiji and Shinjiro
The source of the conflict between Seiji and Shinjiro is the issue of how to use Ultraman's power. What should have been a difference in personal thinking between the two eventually became a conflict that involved Moroboshi, and for a time the Ultraman team was plunged into a period of confusion.
They clash but also acknowledge each other
Though the three ended up fighting by force, they gradually came to acknowledge their differences even as they clashed. When Hokuto was in danger, Moroboshi and Shinjiro came to his aid to save him, and the three steadily came to acknowledge each other as comrades with the same aspirations.
Shinjiro awakens through fighting alongside his friends
Through fighting alongside his friends like this, Shinjiro's own abilities also begin to change. When his friends in similar circumstances as himself are in danger, the power of Ultraman that lies dormant deep within him is further drawn out in order to protect them.
Summary
What did you think? This time we have briefly looked back on Season 1 of "ULTRAMAN". Of course, there are many other points of interest and hot points in addition to the content introduced this time, so please subscribe to Netflix and watch it! If you watched Season 1 of this work and liked "ULTRAMAN", please continue watching Season 2!
