This is an outstanding anime of the space opera style. It is set in the distant future on another planet, some 500+ years after humans have ventured into interstellar space. It is centered on a young wannabe space jockey named Gene Starwind and his young (but genius IQ) partner, Jim Hawking. One day, fate gives Gene his wish of a starship of his own, in the form of an experimental military ship fitted with space pirate grappler arms and an advanced AI navigation system with an unusual CPU: A beautiful girl named Melfina. In obtaining his ship, now named Outlaw Star, Gene gains an implacable enemy in a magic-wielding Chinese Tong-like gang. The series has great mix of drama, action and comedy, plus a rich, multi-layered storyline. You will be amazed as to how much is crammed into those 26 25-minute episodes. The series also features an excellent soundtrack and original music.
Review of Outlaw Star
