Dai-Guard: Terrestrial Defense Corp.
Twelve years ago, the Earth was attacked by giant invaders. To defend our planet, the Earth's greatest minds and corporations assembled to design a giant robot of incredible power. Unfortunately, as with most government projects, the contract went to the lowest bidder. Fortunately, by the time the robot was ready, the mysterious invaders had already disappeared without a trace. The giant robot became first a curiosity, then a tourist attraction. But now the invaders are back and the only thing in their way is Dai-Guard and a young team of office workers who've been supplementing their regular incomes as part time pilots and tour guides. Can these reluctant heroes halt their alien foes while simultaneously concealing the defects in their giant robot?
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Plot Summary
In the year 2015, giant, insectoid aliens known as '9th Goods' appear and threaten to wipe out humanity. The global defense force, Heterodyne, is established to combat them, but after their defeat, a lingering threat remains. Twenty years later, in 2030, a new breed of 9th Goods emerges. The Dai-Guard, a massive robot developed by the Treasury Department, is deployed to protect Tokyo. The series follows the unlikely pilots of the Dai-Guard, a team of former salarymen who are unexpectedly thrust into the role of heroes.
Critical Reception
Dai-Guard is generally well-regarded for its unique premise, blending giant robot action with the mundane lives of its adult protagonists. It's praised for its character development and its mature take on the mecha genre, offering a more grounded and often humorous perspective compared to typical anime.
What Reviewers Say
- Appreciated for its unique concept of salarymen piloting a giant robot.
- Praised for its blend of action and slice-of-life elements.
- Often cited for its humor and relatable characters.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the show's originality and the charm of its adult protagonists. Many viewers enjoy the contrast between the serious threat of the aliens and the everyday struggles of the Dai-Guard team.
Fun Fact
The series is notable for its unusual premise of using a giant robot primarily funded and operated by a government department typically associated with finance and economics, rather than a military organization.
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