Space Pirate Captain Harlock Timeline ( Real )

creation
1969

Creation of Captain Harlock Character

Leiji Matsumoto creates the character Captain Harlock, marking the beginning of the franchise.

publication
1969

Debut of Space Pirate Captain Harlock Manga

The Space Pirate Captain Harlock manga series begins serialization, introducing the story to the public.

anime_release
October 6, 1978

First Anime Adaptation of Captain Harlock

The first anime series adaptation of Space Pirate Captain Harlock is aired on television in Japan.

film_release
December 21, 1982

Captain Harlock: Arcadia of My Youth Film Release

Release of the movie 'Captain Harlock: Arcadia of My Youth', which is a key film in the franchise.

film_release
December 16, 1985

Captain Harlock: Mystery of the Arcadia Film Release

Release of 'Captain Harlock: Mystery of the Arcadia', continuing the story in film form.

publication
1998

Harlock Saga Manga Release

The Harlock Saga manga series is published, expanding the Captain Harlock storyline.

anime_release
1999

Captain Harlock TV Remake Series

A remake of the original TV series in a new format is produced, revitalizing interest.

film_release
June 7, 2013

Space Pirate Captain Harlock CGI Film Release

Release of the CGI film adaptation of Space Pirate Captain Harlock.

Space Pirate Captain Harlock Timeline ( Fictional )

alien_encounter
2977 A.D.

First Contact with Mazone

Humanity encounters the Mazone, a mysterious alien race threatening Earth’s survival.

character_origin
2980 A.D.

Rise of Captain Harlock

Captain Harlock, a rebellious space pirate, begins his fight against Earth's authoritarian regimes and alien threats.

space_battle
2982 A.D.

Battle of the Arcadia

Harlock commands the Arcadia in a decisive battle against the Mazone fleet to protect Earth.

invasion
2983 A.D.

Earth Under Siege

The Mazone invade Earth, leading to widespread destruction and forcing humanity to scatter across space.

alliance_formation
2984 A.D.

Alliance of Earth’s Survivors

Survivors from Earth unite under Harlock’s leadership to resist the Mazone occupation and reclaim Earth.

final_battle
2985 A.D.

Final Mazone Confrontation

Harlock leads a final assault to defeat the Mazone and liberate Earth’s territories.

rebel_activity
2987 A.D.

The Phantom Fugitives

Harlock and crew become fugitives hunted by Earth's new regime after opposing their authoritarian rule.

exploration
2990 A.D.

Journey to Arcadia’s New Frontier

Captain Harlock explores unknown space to seek freedom for humanity away from Earth's corrupted government.