Space Pirate Captain Harlock — Season 1, Episode 39: Courage: The Death of the Commander

Episode synopsis

Have a drink and talk to me. Sometimes people need to clear the air between them."The Arcadia leaves for space with Kiruta on board, after he was injured while trying to save Mayu. Before the final showdown, Kiruta confesses his true feelings to Harlock. About how he rescued a bunch of juvenile delinquents who were branded criminals, and how he wanted to create a future for them. He then drums up the courage to ferociously fight and closely battles with Mazone who board the ship. He then sacrifices himself to put up a defense and to protect Tadashi and First mate, Yattaran. Harlock buries him with respect.

About Space Pirate Captain Harlock

When a mysterious invader from the stars catches Earth unawares, only the legendary space pirate Captain Harlock and the crew of the Arcadia have the will to stand against them.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1The Jolly Roger of Space
• E2A Message From the Unknown
• E3A Lady Who Burns Like Paper
• E4Under the Flag of Freedom
• E5To the Shores of Distant Stars
• E6The Phantom Mazone
• E7The Pyramid on the Sea Floor
• E8The Queen's Space Fleet
• E9The Fearsome Plant Lifeform
• E10Approaching the Mystery Planet
• E11When Lola Shines Golden
• E12Mother, Be Eternal