|
|
|
|
Kagaku Sentai Dynaman
|
| |
|
| |
, translated into English as Scientific Squadron Dynaman, is the seventh installment of Toei Company's Super Sentai series. It aired on TV Asahi from February 5, 1983, to January 28, 1984, with a total of 51 episodes. It had originally been intended as a baseball-themed sentai.
Six episodes were later seen on the USA Network's Night Flight and alternately, Nickelodeon's Special Delivery in 1987-88 as a dubbed parody, simply titled Dynaman.

Discussion
Ask a question about 'Kagaku Sentai Dynaman'
Start a new discussion about 'Kagaku Sentai Dynaman'
Answer questions from other users
|
Encyclopedia
, translated into English as Scientific Squadron Dynaman, is the seventh installment of Toei Company's Super Sentai series. It aired on TV Asahi from February 5, 1983, to January 28, 1984, with a total of 51 episodes. It had originally been intended as a baseball-themed sentai.
Six episodes were later seen on the USA Network's Night Flight and alternately, Nickelodeon's Special Delivery in 1987-88 as a dubbed parody, simply titled Dynaman. This was the first time the Super Sentai Series was ever shown in the United States in dubbed form, the only other one being Lost and Found in Translation, the dubbed Bakuryuu Sentai Abaranger episode that was directly translated in Power Rangers: Dino Thunder, which had a similar but less over-the-top comedic overdub job done to it.
Veteran voice actor Toru Ohira, who narrated the Super Sentai series beginning with Himitsu Sentai Goranger, departed after this series. After narrating the Metal Hero Series from 1984 to 1989 (Except for Choujinki Metalder in 1987), he would later return to narrate Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger in 1992 and perform the voice of Emperor Bacchus-Rage in Chouriki Sentai Ohranger in 1995.
Plot
The Jashinka empire (Combination of the Japanese words for 'evil,' (Jashin) and 'evolution' (Shinka) as an English Word as evilution ) rises from the depths of the Earth to conquer the world. To stop them, Dr. Yumeno assembles five inventors to his laboratory, Yumeno Invention Laboratory and gives them the power to become Dynamen. Each member has their own goal, but as the Scientific Squadron Dynaman, they are united to stop the Jashinka empire in their tracks.
Characters
Dynaman
/ - A kendo master from Hokkaido. Responsible and headstrong, he lost his mother when young and sympathizes with children who also suffered the loss of a parent. The master of all martial arts, a rank holder in kendo, karate, judo, and boxing. He is also a champion motorcyclist, as an inventor, Dan's dream is to create an engine that does not cause pollution. He Appeared with his Fellow Red Rangers Led By His Liveman Succesor Red Falcon with his predecessors from AkaRanger to Goggle Red to his Successors from Red One to Time Red in GaoRanger Vs Super Sentai
- Age: 22 years old
- Weapons: (Science Sword in the parody.)
- Attacks:
- Dyna Rod Attack:
- Dan is known as Wooshi in the parody.
/ - A descendant of Iga ninjas, skilled at the art of ninpou and invisibility and never allowing himself to miss a day of training. Comedic and cheerful, children take a liking to him. An astronomer, he dreams of contacting and befriending alien life-forms. He is not related to the Hoshikawa family from Fiveman
- Age: 22 years old
- Weapons: ,
- Attacks: , , , , , , , , ,
- Dyna Rod Attack:
- Ryuu is known as Huba, "able to leap tall trees", in the parody.
/ - He is from Ishigaki Island. A swimmer and surfer who dreams of inventing artificial gills to allow people to breathe underwater and enjoy waterlife in all of its glory. Has extensive knowledge of sealife. Despises losing, always wanting to make up for failures he is responsible for. His exclusive vehicles are the Surf Jet and the Attack Board.
- Age: 18 years old
- Weapons: , ,
- Attacks: ,
- Dyna Rod Attack:
- Yousuke is known as Franky, "the human outboard motor" in the parody.
/ - A nature lover from Kyushu who dreams to improve plant and farm breeds, aiming to develop new foods and flowers. Although he plays the clown, deep down he is a tender and serious man.
- Age: 20 years old
- Weapons:
- Attacks: , ,
- Dyna Rod Attack:
- Nangou is known as Cowboy, "the slow-thinking weapons expert" in the parody.
/ - She dreams of inventing a machine in order to understand and communicate with animals. A skilled fencer, Rei dislikes fighting, but fights for the sake of protecting everyone's dream and the safety of the world.
- Age: 18 years old
- Weapons: ,
- Attacks:
- Dyna Rod Attack:
- Rei is known as Slojin in the parody.
Arsenal
- - The team's henshin device. To transform, the team calls their name (team name for the whole group, individual names for individual members).
- They are known as the Tech-Geared Watches in the parody. In the 1st episode of the parody: (Dr. Ho: "Wooshi, what time is it?" Wooshi: "5:00 in Tokyo!") (Dr. Ho: "Huba, what time is it?" Huba: "10:00 in LA!") (Dr. Ho: "Franky, what about you?" Franky: "10:00, yesterday in New York!") (Dr. Ho: "Cowboy, looking good in yellow!" Cowboy: "I hate this concept!") (Dr. Ho: "Slojin, girls like pink." Slojin: "No, I hate pink!")
- - The team's sidearm. It fires an attack specific to their respective Dynaman.
- - When a Dynaman flexes their arms, their biceps enlarge, allowing them to deliver a powerful punch.
Team Attacks
- - The finishing move of the team. They jump into the air, become a ball of light and fly into the enemy.
- It is known as the Dyna Human Pinwheel in the parody.
- - An upgraded version of Super Dynamite.* - The team delivers consecutive kicks.
- - The Dyna Rods are put together and flash.
- - The team fires their Dyna Rods together.
Vehicles
- - Dyna Red's motorcycle.
- It is known as the Dyna Bike in the parody.
- - A truck for the rest of the team.
- It is known as the Dyna Truck in the parody.
- - A surfboard type vechicle that Dyna Blue uses.
- It is known as the Dyna Water Board in the parody.
Mecha
- - The flying fortress that stores the Dyna Robo's mecha components.
- Its name is Dyna Ship in the parody.
- - The giant robot that is formed by the command . Its primary weapon is the , which it destroys monsters with its finishing attack, the . Its other weapons are the , , and the . Its other attacks are the and the . It is known as the Dynaman Robot in the parody.
- - Dyna Red's mecha. It is stored in the Dy Jupiter's top dome. It shoots arrowhead-shaped lasers. It forms the Dyna Robo's head.
- It is known as the Dyna Head in the parody.
- - Dyna Black and Dyna Blue's mecha. It is stored in the Dy Jupiter's middle compartment, beneath the Dyna Mach, and uses the door for Dyna Garry's compartment as a ramp. It forms the Dyna Robo's body.
- It is known as the Dyna Body in the parody.
- - Dyna Yellow and Dyna Pink's mecha. It is stored in the Dy Jupiter's lowermost compartment, beneath the Dyna Mobile. It forms the Dyna Robo's legs.
- It is known as the Dyna Legs in the parody.
Allies
- The head of the Yumeno Invention Center and founder of the Kagaku Sentai. Detected abnormalities in volcanic regions for years before discovering the existence of the Jashinka, creating the Kagaku Sentai in order to oppose them. While in the Yumeno Center, he puts on a cheerful face, immediately turning all business and no-nonsense when dealing in the Dyna Station. His real name is Professor Toyama, who 15 years prior discovered the "'Retro Gene" that increases cells. He changed his name and went into hiding when the woman dearest to him was killed by a Jashinka spy who was aiming for his discovery, therefore dedicating his life to discovering the threat and opposing them with the Kagaku Sentai. His dream is to inspire the dream of others.
- His name is Dr. Ho in the parody.
- Age: 44 years old
- Kendo Robo: The mascot of the Yumeno Invention Center invented by Dr. Yumeno. It was destroyed with the center in episode 37.
- It is known as the Comic Relief Machine in the parody.
Tailed-People Clan Evilution Empire
The are evolved from a race of a reptiles. They arrived at Earth in ancient times, the life-forms being carried along with a meteorite, crashing into the earth, and falling deep into its core. As time went on, the life-forms evolved, becoming the civilized Tailed-People Clan. The Tailed-People are a civilization of advanced science (higher than human's), with the rank of their civilization being determined by the number of tails. Believing Earth to be theirs, for their civilization to rise, they begin invasion. Originally planning to turn humans into their own kind, the experiment failed, and their strategy was changed to simply destroying mankind by reducing the number of human beings as the Tailed-People Clan was outnumbered. Being as the number of tails determines rank, the Emperor's dream is to obtain ten tails, who is said to provide one with eternal life and powers. Their rank and status is determined by the number of tails each member has. The more tails, the greater the status.
- - The ringleader who orders the invasion and building of the Jashinka Empire above. With nine tails, he believes in the legend and dreams of obtaining the tenth tail that will provide eternal life and super powers, which he believes he will obtain once he's conquered humans. His cruelty unmatched, he originally shows protection of his son, Megiddo, until one failure too many. He is armed with ESP abilities and the Emperor Sword.
- In the parody, Emperor Aton is known as Bernie Tanaka in the parody, a human disfigured by acid.
- - The Seven-tailed "God of War," Kar is the second in command who developed the Evilution Beast manufacturing machine Progressor. Extremely loyal to Aton, he is later set-up by Zenobia and Dark Knight, forcing him to challenge Dynaman to a fight to prove his innocence and loyalty and dies as a result.
- In the parody, General Kar is known as Mel Fujitsu, who was also disfigured by acid like Bernie.
- - Aton's son. He originally had five tails until he lost on during his first fight with Dyna Red, becoming a disgrace to his clan and developing a grudge towards Dyna Red. But due to prideful arrogance and temper, he continuously fails. After being prosecuted by Zenobia, his remaining tails are cut off and he exhiled into the Millenium Cave prison by his own father. Swearing revenge, he breaks free from the prison, becoming , wielder of the "Dance of Darkness" technique. As Dark Knight, he is not only an enemy of Dynaman, but of Jashinka, as well. Calling himself "the messenger of darkness", he first lets his presence known by stealing Aton's Emperor Sword. He shows most hatred for Zenobia and Dyna Red. He died when his ship crashed into the ground.
- In the parody, Prince Megiddo is known as Nigel Cochran, a rock star and Dark Knight never appeared. A running gag through the series is Dyna Red frequently cuts off his tail (using footage from the first episode).
- - The bodyguards of Megiddo. The tail soldiers is distinguished by their clothing and berets.
- - The witch niece of Aton, cousin of Megiddo. She has a short, round tail of four. She respects Aton and is a master in illusions and psychokinesis. She is excellent at strategies to fool humans by using disguises and charm. She is Rei / Dyna Pink's rival. As prideful as her cousin Megiddo, the two constantly bicker. She died alongside with Meggido.
- Princess Chimera is known as Lucy in the parody, Bernie's niece.
- - A new general with 7 tails who appears in episode 37. She destroyed the Invention Center. A combat expert with seven tails, she too holds the title of general. Also a priestess who deals in ritual. Eight years ago, she tried to assassinate Aton and take the throne for herself. While conspirators were executed, Aton chose to banish Zenobia to imprisonment in the Millenium Cave out of fear of her witchcraft knowledge. After escaping from it, she swears loyalty to Aton, fighting Dynaman while secretly planning to overthrowing him and develop the her own tenth tail. Spied on by Megiddo, she sets him up by having him banished to the Millenium Cave, masking it as a contempt for failure. She discovers the Retro Gene, attempting to use it in growing the tenth tail. When she does grow a tenth tail, she dies afterwards.
- - The foot soldiers of the empire. They are humanoid lizards with red eyes, green and black skin and one tail.
- The Tail Soldiers are known as Reptiles That Go "Whee!" in the parody.
- - A mobile fortress shaped like a flying fish.
Evolution Beasts
The were the early animal monsters, created from "life soup" in Progressor Machine (Gene-Splitting Machine in the parody, stolen by Bernie and Mel from Dr. Ho). They undergo Big Bang Process to enlarge when defeated.
- Crab Shinka (????? Kanishinka) (1) (Cy Steinberg in the parody)
- Rhino Shinka (????? Saishinka) (2) (Rhino Man in the parody)
- Bat Shinka (??????? Koumorishinka) (3) (Mr. Fabulous in the parody)
- Trilobite Shinka (?????? Sanyochushinka) (4)
- Tapir Shinka (?????Bakushinka) (5)
- Snake Shinka (????? Hebishinka) (6)
- Sponge Shinka (??????? Kaimenshinka) (7)
- Butterfly Shinka (?????? Choshinka) (8)
- Scorpion Shinka (?????? Sasorishinka) (9)
- Octopus Shinka (????? Takoshinka) (10) (Spunky the Wonder Squid in the parody)
- Dolphin Shinka (?????? Irukashinka) (11) (Mr. Flipper in the parody)
- Flea Shinka (????? Nomishinka) (12)
- Frog Shinka (?????? Kaerushinka) (13) (Lucky Pierre in the parody)
- Diving Beetle Shinka (???????? Gengoroshinka) (14)
- Gecko Shinka (?????? Yamorishinka) (15)
- New Bird Shinka (???????? Shinchoshinka) (16)
- Dinosaur Shinka (????????? Kyoryushinka) (17)
- Stingray Shinka (????? Eishinka) (18)
- Porcupine Shinka (???????? Yamarashishinka) (19)
- Squid Shinka (????? Ikashinka) (20)
- Crocodile Shinka (????? Wanishinka) (21)
- Cat Shinka (????? Nekoshinka) (22)
- Slug Shinka (??????? Namekujishinka) (23)
- Fox Shinka (?????? Kitsuneshinka) (24)
- Bee Shinka (????? Hachishinka) (25)
- Starfish Shinka (?????? Hitodeshinka) (26)
- Cicada Shinka (????? Semishinka) (27)
- Striped Mosquito Shinka (?????? Yabukashinka) (28)
- Cactus Shinka (??????? Sabotenshinka) (29)
- Thorn Ant Shinka (??????? Togearishinka) (30)
- Mantis Shinka (??????? Kamakirishinka) (31)
- Spider Shinka (????? Kumoshinka) (32)
- Mammoth Shinka (??????? Manmosushinka) (33)
Mechaevolution Beasts
The were the later monsters, metallic-looking hybrids of animals and weapons.
- Missile Crayfish (???????? Misairuzarigani) (34)
- Guillotine Lizard (??????? Girochintokage) (35)
- Machinegun Jaguar (????????? Mashinganjaga) (36)
- Electric Eel (?????? Erekiunagi) (37)
- Armor Rose (?????? Yoroirozu) (38)
- Laser Hawk (??????? Rezahoku) (39)
- Word Processor Armadillo (????????? Wapuroarumajiro) (40)
- Drill Horse (?????? Doriruhosu) (41)
- Drill Pegasus (??????? Dorirupegasasu)
- Masakari Bear (??????? Masakaribea) (42)
- Rocket Tiger (???????? Rokettotaiga) (43)
- Shovel Kong (??????? Shoberukongu) (44)
- Rainbow Chameleon (?????????? Reinbokamereon) (45)
- Jet Flying Squirrel (???????? Jettomusasabi) (46)
- Poison Gas Weasel (??????? Dokugasuitachi) (47)
- Boomerang Jackal (?????????? Bumeranjakkaru) (48)
- Computer Dragon (??????????? Konpyutadoragon) (49)
- Fire Sphinx (??????????? Faiyasufinkusu) (50-51)
Movie
- Kagaku Sentai Dynaman Movie
Episodes
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Parody Episodes
- Pilot Episode 1 (Cy Steinberg)
- Pilot Episode 2 (Rhinoman)
- Day of the Dolphin: Flipper's Revenge
- Lizard of Oz
- Seven Loves of Lucky Pierre
- The Last Adventure of Spunky the Wonder Squid
- Convention Episode
- Convention Episode
Cast
- Hokuto Dan/Dyna Red: Satoshi Okita
- Ryu Hoshikawa/Dyna Black: Jyunichi Haruta
- Yosuke Shima/Dyna Blue: Kouji Unogi
- Kosaku Nango/Dyna Yellow: Yuu Tokita
- Rei Tachibana/Dyna Pink: Sayoko Hagiwara
- Dr. Kyutaro Yumeno: Junji Shimada
- Emperor Aton: Takeshi Watabe (voice)
- Prince/Emperor Megiddo/Dark Knight: Takeki Hayashi
- Dark Knight(voice): Michirou Iida
- General Kar: Masashi Ishibashi
- Princess Chimera: Mari Kouno
- General Zenobia: Ritsuko Fujiyama
Crew
- Directors
- Shouhei Toujou, Minoru Yamada, Kazushi Hattori, Nagafumi Hori
- Writers
- Hirohisa Soda (main writer), Kousuke Miki, Kyoko Sagiyama, Kenji Terada, Isao Matsumoto, Ichirou Yamanaka, Shuu Yoshida
Songs
Opening theme**Lyrics: Kazuo Koike
- Composition & Arrangement:
- Artist: MoJo, (Chorus) Koorogi' 73
Ending theme**Lyrics: Kazuo Koike
- Composition & Arrangement: Kensuke Kyo
- Artist: MoJo
See also
|
| |
|
|