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[23], It was later reported that production of the film had actually ceased in late 2007 after Harmony Gold terminated their deal with FUNimation Entertainment due to creative differences. Robotech: Love Live Alive came out on DVD in 2013. Among the REF fighter pilots are Maia Sterling, Marcus Rush and Alex Romero, all of whom were born in space during the REF mission and have never seen Earth. However, budgetary issues resulted in synthesized elements being mixed into a number of the cues, particularly four of the tracks in the film, and one of the tracks on the soundtrack CD ("Dogfight"). Topic started, 7 years 2 months ago, by MEMO1DOMINION. Ariel uses her teleportation power to assist in the evacuation after transporting Louie and his team immediately to the Ark Angel. Realizing that Janice was also betrayed by the Haydonites (who now want her dead), Grant asks her to continue to serve with the REF, to which Janice readily agrees. The Invid stream of light flies off into space in search of a new planet on which to continue their evolution, thus ending the Third Robotech War. On the ground, the resistance forces and REF commando units push forward and approach within striking distance of Reflex Point. These are events that took place during the last few episodes of the New Generation saga, but here they are told from the perspective of characters who are based on the fleet. [10][11] Chase Masterson sang the parts for her robotic character Janice. Since the Icarus, which is equipped with Shadow technology, is no longer a viable ship, Vince orders the Icarus to dock with Space Station Liberty. The storyline is a direct continuation from the 85th (and final) episode of the original Robotech television series, and the first third of the movie runs concurrently with the events at the end of the TV series — albeit from different points of view. Marcus, whose sister Marlene was killed in a previous REF assault on Earth two years earlier, harbors a deep hatred of the Invid. "[17] Later that same day, Yune mentioned that the sequel would be a feature movie. 6,489 talking about this. This time, the REF has important technological advantages thanks to the help of the Sentinel races; the Karbarrans provided the industrial resources to construct this armada, while a secretive and highly advanced cybernetic race known as the Haydonites have provided advanced technology including Shadow devices, which make REF ships invisible to Invid sensors, and Syncro-Cannons, which are significantly more powerful than the REF's earlier weapons. Previous [5] It was awarded Best Animated Sci-Fi Feature at the International Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival.[6]. As he flies to the main REF base at Moon Base ALUCE (Advanced LUnar Chemical Engineering), he stumbles upon the just-arrived Icarus, and several unknown alien fighters that it accidentally brought with it. The film will pick up where "Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles" left off, dealing with Captain Vince Grant's search for Admiral Rick Hunter and the SDF-3. It is currently available for streaming on Crackle (ad supported streaming service from Sony) in the US. the Alliance fleet is prepared for anything. As the film opens, General Reinhardt sends Vince Grant, captain of the Icarus, one of the REF's five newly completed Shimakaze-class battlecruisers, on a rescue mission to look for the SDF-3 and Admiral Rick Hunter, chief military commander of all REF forces and a legendary veteran of the First Robotech War. Summary: Robotech is the critically acclaimed animated series about mankind's first contact with warring alien races, and the use of alien technology to defend Earth. At the s… Despite the pleas of Maia and Marcus for Alex to eject, he flies into the enemy squadron as his fighter explodes, destroying himself and the enemy fighters. In space, REF fighter squadrons, despite their technological advantages, become overwhelmed by sheer Invid numbers and begin taking heavy losses. ", "Anime Expo 2007: Funimation Entertainment", "Interview Robotech: The Glasgow Chronicles", "I can't believe it!!!! Marcus is overjoyed to see Scott again, and Scott is impressed that Marcus has become a skilled fighter pilot. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. Ariel, after using her teleportation power to travel to Moon Base ALUCE, suddenly walks up behind Scott, and surprises him. On February 27, 2007 at the New York Comic Con, Shadow Chronicles director Tommy Yune said, "Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles has been doing good business at retail, and we are currently in production on the sequel. Alex Romero tries to engage them but his Syncro-Cannon, crippled by the Haydonite attack, malfunctions and his fighter becomes stalled. And yet, in their own officially published book The Art of Robotech The Shadow Chronicles, they constantly use Robotech Expeditionary Force or R.E.F. [1] However subsequent announcements in mid-2008 have made it clear that little-or-no progress has been made on the film, and it has been indefinitely postponed, pending developments with the live-action film. Marcus is despondent as he states that everyone he has been close to; his sister Marlene, his former commanding officer (Daryl Taylor) and his best friend (Alex Romero) have been taken by war. However, Marcus' joy at seeing Scott again is soon tempered when Scott confirms that Marlene did not survive. [13] Slop Reilly of Ain't It Cool News gave it a 1 out of 5 stars, citing a poor screenplay, weak character development and unnatural character design and animation. It was later revealed that the two year estimate was a misunderstanding, by fans. Robotech Saga Wiki is a FANDOM Anime Community. Despite the disadvantage of not having the SDF-3 and its powerful arsenal, General Reinhardt is forced to begin the attack. In its last transmission to the REF, it seems that the SDF-3 was involved in an accident of some kind while overseeing the test of the Neutron-S missile in the Omicron Sector. Last Post 7 years 2 months ago by MEMO1DOMINION. Prior to the release of the TV series, the name Robotech was used by model kit manufacturer Revell on their Robotech Defenders line in the mid-1980s. Vince orders the evacuation of all station personnel to the Ark Angel, and gives Louie one hour to get the ship's inactive reflex furnace online. [25], This article is about 2006 animated film. By now, 89% of the REF forces that engaged the Haydonites at Liberty have been destroyed. with the help of their allies life expectancy is increasing to 1,200 year's, and with knowledge that alien life is out there. HG's staff explained the error with the "estimated release date". Maia is also despondent as she states that most of her family was aboard the SDF-3, which is lost in space and may have been destroyed. Marcus begs her not to leave him, before he wakes up on board the Ark Angel, with Ariel by his side. Details about the plot of the movie are still very limited, but conceptually, it will likely be a "re-imagining", rather than a story that is a direct sequel or prequel, or one that is set at some point within Robotech's established chronology. I can neither confirm nor deny the authenticity of this person's claims or his posts, but if it is true (and I am of the belief that it is) then this is the first look we, the fans, are getting of Shadow Rising. HG later corrected this misunderstandings by appearing on Space Station Liberty, a Talk Show Call In Live Pod Cast dedicated to Robotech. The name of the new story arc was soon changed to Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles, and the film was completed on January 27, 2006. The battle is going poorly for the REF; capital ships are being destroyed with just one hit by a disrupter wave emitted by the enemy fleet which causes the REF's Synchro-Cannons to overload and explode. The Children destroyed the first Invid homeworld because they fear the power of Protoculture, and they will attack the Humans for the same reason. Robotech Shadow Rising is the proposed sequel to Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles. It was released on DVD on February 6, 2007. It is not what we seek... any of us" and Marcus is left at a loss for words. [4] A number of independent film festivals screened the film during the summer and fall. The film will pick up where "Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles" left off, dealing with Captain Vince Grant's search for Admiral Rick Hunter and the SDF-3. Ending the communication, Scott meets with Ariel, an Invid princess that looks like a young human woman, and Scott's love interest. The remaining soldier then removes his cloak, revealing the true form of the Haydonites. Co-director Tommy Yune said in a Newtype USA interview (republished on the official Robotech website) that the producers "consulted extensively" with Kenji Terada, a writer on Southern Cross and Mospeada (two of the three series adapted into the 1985 Robotech series). The SDF-3 is left behind, adrift in space and caught in the black hole's gravitational pull. Scott is arrested and interrogated, where he warns of the impending attack, and reveals the Children's connection to the new REF technologies. All Invid fighters capable of space combat are sent against the REF fleet and all remaining Invid ground forces are ordered to retreat to Reflex Point for a last stand. Janice sees the footage, and realizes that such an event should be impossible, due to the Shadow technology incorporated in all REF vessels. Harmony Gold USA Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles is the 2006 animated sequel to the 1985 Robotech television series. After Janice refuses to cooperate, the soldiers decide she is now expendable. Just as the Ark Angel initiates a spacefold, the Neutron-S warheads detonate with a massive explosion, destroying Liberty and the entire Haydonite fleet. The production is a mixture of 2D animation and cel-shaded CG mecha animation. Though the involvement of original Japanese studio Tatsunoko Productions appeared to be limited to early development, the actual digital production of animation was handled by the Korean animation company DR Movie, whose credits include subcontracting on the inbetweens, ink and paint of Macross Plus, and the inbetweens of Yukikaze. Meanwhile, more Invid Carriers arrive in orbit, and begin launching thousands more fighters against the already overwhelmed REF fleet. Harmony Gold and Funimation Entertainment released Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles on DVD on February 6, 2007. "Robotech: Shadow Rising" is an upcoming feature film that was planned serve as a sequel to "Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles". Afterward, when releasing it, they announced their plans to finally finish "Shadow". [8] The Blu-ray version was released on September 4, 2008. The Children of the Shadow are planning on attacking the REF. An old enemy of the Invid is making its presence known, and is determined to wipe out all Protoculture users, including Humanity. Robotech: Shadow Rising is a planned sequel which has so far failed to materialise. Madman Entertainment in Australia was the first international distributor to license and release Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles. Maia Sterling initially leads her Skull Squadron into battle, but is called back (since the Haydonite-supplied Syncro-Cannons equipped on the fighters will make any engagement futile) and is ordered to head to Space Station Liberty, and try to acquire fighters that don't incorporate Haydonite technology. On 27 February, 2007 at the New York Comic Con, "Shadow Chronicles" director Tommy Yune said, "Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles has been doing good business at retail, and we are currently in production on the sequel." At Anime Expo 2004, Harmony Gold USA revealed that Robotech: Shadow Force was in production to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Robotech in 2005. Captain Vince Grant, after watching the carrier explode, slams his fist as he realizes that every piece of technology the Haydonites have given to the REF contains some kind of Trojan Horse. Marcus and Alex, both lieutenants, are part of Wolf Squadron under the command of Captain Daryl Taylor. When the Icarus arrives, Liberty is under attack by a large fleet of alien ships which have jammed all communications. Rick Hunter is seen briefly at the beginning of the movie at an advanced age. Robotech: The New Generation 1: The Invid Invasion, Robotech Genesis: Legend of Zor 1: The Thirsting, Robotech: Prelude to the Shadow Chronicles 1: The Enemy Within, Robotech: The New Generation: The Invid Invasion, Robotech: The Masters Saga: The Southern Cross, https://robotech.fandom.com/wiki/Robotech:_Shadow_Rising?oldid=54491. Ariel hopes to convince her mother, the Invid Regis, that the humans and the Invid can live in peace. Just then, Scott Bernard appears in combat armor and opens fire, killing one of the soldiers. [12], Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles has received mixed reception from fans and critics. Lieutenant Commander Maia Sterling, a daughter of famed pilots Max Sterling and Miriya Parina Sterling and sister of Dana Sterling, has just been given command of the famed Skull Squadron. Captain Vince Grant makes contact with Admiral Rick Hunter, who explains that they have discovered a critical flaw with the Neutron-S missiles and that the REF must be warned that the missiles cannot be used on Earth under any circumstances. The Deukalion is examined, and the only surviving crew member is Janice Em, an gynoid that uses a holographic overlay that makes her look like a young woman. Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles Akiva Goldsman ("Starsky & Hutch", "Mr. & Mrs. Smith", "I Am Legend"), and Jason Netter (Wanted) have been hired as producers and Tobey Maguire is also attached to the film. Marcus, deciding he has no reason to live, holds down his weapon triggers and launches a suicide run against the Haydonites to hold them off long enough for Ark Angel to escape. At Comic-con Tommy Yune stated that Shadow Rising was still in the works but for some reason now was the right time to start a completely different story and pinned that on Carl Macek adding that this was a secret Carl Macek project before his death. After securing the Deukalion with the Icarus' clamps, Grant moves the Icarus close to the SDF-3 so that its hyperspatial fold-sphere will encompass both ships and enable them to return to Earth. http://robotech.com If both of these attacks fail, the REF has been authorized to use the devastating Neutron-S missiles as a last resort - although these missiles are more than capable of destroying the Invid, they will also wipe out most (or possibly all) life on earth. Apparently Warner Brothers has enough pull to shoot down Tommy Yune s statement on the Space Station Liberty podcast about the Robotech Live-Action Movie not having an effect on continuing production of the animated series. However, the Invid took all of the Protoculture with them and the REF only has enough power to last a little less than a year. As a parting gift to Ariel, who chooses to remain behind, the Regis destroys the Neutron-S missiles. The Haydonites, unaware of Grant's plan, move their fleet towards Liberty to destroy the Ark Angel as Skull Squadron continues to engage the Haydonite fighters. ", "Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles hits the Festivals! As of 2015, the Shadow Rising trademark remains abandoned since 2007. Vince Grant takes the REF ship Icarus and a crew that includes former 15th ATAC Corporal Louie Nichols to search for t… However, they never made the next part of this story and that's the disappointing part. Its fate is reportedly tied up with the schedule for the proposed live action movie on which no progress is known to have been made since its announcement in 2008. Suddenly, all contact with Space Station Liberty is lost. Justin Sevakis of the Anime News Network gave it an overall rating of C-, commenting that while the movie had good music, it suffered from mediocre animation, a clichéd story and a host of forgettable characters. General Reinhardt is informed that the fleet is taking heavy losses and further attempts to contact the ground forces get no response. [citation needed], At Comic-Con 2012, Tommy Yune announced that Love Live Alive would pave the way for Shadow Rising. [3]. Licensor Robotech: Shadow Rising (canceled) On July 27, 2007, at their Comic-Con International panel, Harmony Gold and Yune unveiled the second entry of the Shadow Chronicles production, titled Robotech: Shadow Rising and was to be a co-production with FUNimation Entertainment. "I've been telling people that that's the greatest tragedy," Yune says. The Shadow Chronicles did, however, make enough money that Harmony Gold moved forward on a sequel, to be called Shadow Rising and released in 2009. It is currently in production, to be released on an unknown date. 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