Leiji Matsumoto creates the character Captain Harlock, marking the beginning of the franchise.
The Space Pirate Captain Harlock manga series begins serialization, introducing the story to the public.
The first anime series adaptation of Space Pirate Captain Harlock is aired on television in Japan.
Release of the movie 'Captain Harlock: Arcadia of My Youth', which is a key film in the franchise.
Release of 'Captain Harlock: Mystery of the Arcadia', continuing the story in film form.
The Harlock Saga manga series is published, expanding the Captain Harlock storyline.
A remake of the original TV series in a new format is produced, revitalizing interest.
Release of the CGI film adaptation of Space Pirate Captain Harlock.
Humanity encounters the Mazone, a mysterious alien race threatening Earth’s survival.
Captain Harlock, a rebellious space pirate, begins his fight against Earth's authoritarian regimes and alien threats.
Harlock commands the Arcadia in a decisive battle against the Mazone fleet to protect Earth.
The Mazone invade Earth, leading to widespread destruction and forcing humanity to scatter across space.
Survivors from Earth unite under Harlock’s leadership to resist the Mazone occupation and reclaim Earth.
Harlock leads a final assault to defeat the Mazone and liberate Earth’s territories.
Harlock and crew become fugitives hunted by Earth's new regime after opposing their authoritarian rule.
Captain Harlock explores unknown space to seek freedom for humanity away from Earth's corrupted government.