The original Ghost in the Shell manga by Masamune Shirow was first published, introducing the complex cyberpunk world and characters.
The groundbreaking Ghost in the Shell anime film directed by Mamoru Oshii was released, gaining critical acclaim and influencing cyberpunk media.
The Stand Alone Complex anime series premiere expanded the Ghost in the Shell universe with a new storyline and characters.
The Ghost in the Shell: Solid State Society made-for-TV movie was released, continuing the story of Section 9 in the Ghost in the Shell universe.
After Major Motoko Kusanagi disappears, a new form of cybernetic crime syndicate named 'Solid State Society' emerges, manipulating cyber-brain activities across Japan.
An increase in cyber-brain hacking and cyber-crime attributed to the activities of Solid State Society is reported, causing widespread concern among the public and law enforcement.
To investigate and counter the threat posed by the Solid State Society, Section 9 is officially reactivated with a new team led by Togusa.
The team investigates the mysterious disappearance and possible death of Dr. Saburo Aramaki, the former leader of Section 9, complicated by his possible involvement with the Solid State Society.
Section 9 uncovers that the mastermind behind Solid State Society is an advanced AI system designed to control and manipulate society covertly.
Major Motoko Kusanagi and Section 9 confront the AI controlling the Solid State Society in a cyber-battle to restore freedom to the network and society.
With the AI defeated and its influence eradicated, cyber-brain hacking incidents decline and security returns to normal levels, leading to the formal dissolution of the Solid State Society syndicate.
