Ultraman Dyna (series)

is the 13th entry in the Ultraman Series which aired between September 6, 1997 until August 29, 1998. The series is a direct sequel to the previous Ultraman series, Ultraman Tiga.
The series can be viewed on Tubi, Roku, and Vudu.
==Production==
In 1996, the series Ultraman Tiga received a positive response from the audience. At the beginning of its broadcast, Tsuburaya Productions and Mainichi Broadcasting System signed a contract for two seasons. Later in October, an additional two-season contract was signed. This extension allowed the series to continue airing until the end of August 1997, making the planning of subsequent programs starting in September a primary focus for the involved parties., pg 4
Due to the shared desire of Tsuburaya Productions and Yomiko Advertising, Inc. to create a new series, they began preparations in early 1997. At that time, Tsuburaya Productions had roughly conceived a new project but had not considered a sequel to Ultraman Tiga. The proposed plan was for a new series independent of the existing universe. The main character was deliberately not set as a member of the Defense Team but was designed as a traveler who gets involved in various incidents and connects with Defense Team members, structured in a road movie style. Tsuburaya Productions initially drafted a project proposal based on this concept and held related meetings around February. Although this proposal was discussed, it ultimately was not realized due to several difficulties.
Bandai and Kodansha suggested that while a new series continuing the universe of Ultraman Tiga would be acceptable, it would require an entirely new cast. Based on the discussions from this meeting, the upcoming series in preparation was officially confirmed to be a sequel to Ultraman Tiga. With this decision made, Tomohiko Hamada, the Deputy Manager of Tsuburaya Productions, led the project, with Masato Oida appointed as the project manager. Oida's concept at the time was to commence the new series' story a few years after the events of Ultraman Tiga. To facilitate the development of a fresh storyline, a time gap was deemed necessary."Ultraman Dyna's 25th Anniversary Testimony" ～Masato Oida
After discussions with the planning department's Masakazu Migita, the setting for the new series was established to be seven years after the conclusion of the Ultraman Tiga story, placing it in the year 2017. It was assumed that humanity had resolved global issues that could arise in the future during the era of Tiga, leading naturally to a cosmic stage for the subsequent narrative. Thus, while the primary theme revolved around the cosmos, the plan also encompassed various reforms such as DNA, deep-sea exploration, and environmental transformation, covering a wide range of fields to showcase diversity in storytelling, technological advancements, and thematic variations. Discussions were also held regarding aspects closely related to each story, artistic styles, and dramatic directions. Therefore, while maintaining the style of Ultraman Tiga, the new series aimed to inject originality and freshness, gradually shifting its direction, which became a consensus among the involved parties.Ultraman Dyna (TV Magazine Special Edition) pg 76https://magmix.jp/post/98873
In April 1997, MBS decided to continue the sequel to Ultraman Tiga as part of the Ultraman series. Shortly after, the new program was named Ultraman Dyna. This title was one of the alternatives considered by Tsuburaya Productions when applying for the Ultraman Neos trademark in 1994, and it was selected by MBS planner Yoshihiko Marutani for its strong phonetic appeal. The primary director for the new series was ultimately determined to be Kazuya Konaka. Under Konaka and Koichi Takano's planning, the core direction of the new series was defined as embodying a "positive" spirit, with the concept of "adventurer" serving as a vital tone for this creative endeavor., pg 5
With no clear concept yet for the sequel to Ultraman Tiga, the first episode script that would determine the direction of the new series was created through a wide-ranging solicitation of story ideas. Seven screenwriters were tasked with proposing storylines based on the brief from the planning meeting. The selected storyline was eventually proposed by Keiichi Hasegawa.Ultraman Tiga, Dyna, Gaia Perfect Guide Book pg 34 As the casting of actors was confirmed and specific filming preparations progressed, filming for Ultraman Dyna officially began on June 28, 1997, led by the special effects team, while the main unit commenced shooting on July 8. At that time, episodes 51 and 52 of Ultraman Tiga were still in production.Ultraman Dyna (TV Magazine Special Edition) pg 77
==Synopsis==
Seven years after the decisive battle between Ultraman Tiga and Gatanothor, humanity entered the "Neo Frontier Era," focusing primarily on space exploration. 
As the special investigation team GUTS evolved and reformed into "Super GUTS", Shin Asuka, a candidate, encountered a mysterious light while drifting in space due to a training accident. Miraculously surviving, Asuka, now officially part of Super GUTS, faces off against Kaiju created by the Spheres that attacked Mars, finding himself in a desperate situation. 
Despite the dire circumstances, Asuka's unwavering determination to continue the fight transforms his body into light, giving rise to a new light, Ultraman Dyna.https://m-78.jp/videoworks/ultraman_dyna/
==Characters==
===Protagonist===
*Shin Asuka
===TPC===
*Kouki Fukami
*Seiji Miyata
*Kihachi Gondou
*Saeko Shiina
*Masami Mishima
*Takeru Fudo
*Mayumi Shinjoh
*Shin Hayate
*Rui Kisaragi
*Hiroyuki Yamazaki
*Otomo
*Masayuki Nahara
*Souichiro Sawai
====Super GUTS====
*Gousuke Hibiki
*Ryo Yumimura
*Toshiyuki Kohda
*Mai Midorikawa
*Tsutomu Nakajima
*Kouhei Kariya
*Hanejiro
====Black Buster Corps====
*Reika Saeki
*Kenji Fudo
====Former GUTS Members====
*Megumi Iruma
*Seiichi Munakata
*Masami Horii
*Tetsuo Shinjoh
*Jun Yazumi
*Rena Madoka
*Daigo Madoka
===Others===
*Kazuma Asuka
*Michiru Horii
*Hikari Madoka
===Ultras===
*Ultraman Dyna
===Kaiju===
*Sphere
**Gran-Sphere
*Darambia
**Neo Darambia
**Neo Darambia II
*Giralen
*Cyclometra
*Grossyna
**Grossyna II
*Daigelun
**Clone Daigelun
*Shieldron
**Clone Shieldron
*Fohgus
*Alien Dais
*Gyabish
*Bao-on
*Giakuuda
*Zenekindarl people
*Dexador
*Alien Merani
*Mons-Ahgar
**Mons-Ahgar II
*Himala
*Alien Miji
*Garaon
**Kogaraon
**Garaon II
*Alien Nuaza
*Alien spirits
*Alien Krea
*Gyanzar
*Clone Silvergon
*Neosaurus
*Alien Shilback
*Zombayu
*Bishmel
*Kokakucho
*Alien Lasesta
*Sodom
*Mozui
*Diplas
*Maricula
*Sufume
*Reicubas
*Digon
*Alien Chern
**Alien Chern Left
**Alien Chern Right
*Demagorg
*Gigantes
*Gaigaraid
**Neo Gaigaraid
*Gregore
**Imit-Ultraman Dyna
*Lovemos
**Satan Lovemos
*Alien Naltis
*Menorfa
*Bazob
*Geomos
**Neo Geomos
*Yumenokatamari
*Bundar
*Zomborg
**Zomborg Soldiers
*Alien Jagira
**Jagira Tree
**God Jagira
*Alien Reguran Captain Zoyaka
*Mountain Gulliver 5
*Golza II
*Graikis
*Torongar
*Alien Gigaru
*Moravia
**Mejiwogu
**Phantom Monster Army
*Alien Fabiras
**Devil Fabiras
*Alien Chadabin
*Mogedon
*Terranoid
**Zeluganoid
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*Ultraman Dyna (49 - 51 / Flash, Miracle Type): 
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==Music==
:;Opening Theme
* by Tatsuya Maeda
:;Ending Themes
* by Fumiaki Nakajima
*ULTRA HIGH by LAZY
==Home Media==
*Ultraman Dyna was released on VHS from January 25 to November 25, 1998, totaling 13 volumes.
*Ultraman Dyna was also released on DVD from October 25, 1999-January 25, 2000, totaling 13 volumes.
*On January 25, 2000, a DVD titled "Ultraman Dyna SPECIAL" was released, featuring episodes 49 to 51, with additional scenes not aired on TV.
*on June 22, 2007, the entire series was released as part of the "Memorial Box" DVD Set .
*On January 25, 2008, the entire series was condensed into a 1-hour special, released under the "Climax Stories" DVD series.
*On September 25, 2015, the entire series was remastered through upscaling and noise-reduction, and released as part of the "Complete Blu-ray BOX".
*On November 16, 2021, the series was released on dvd with English subtitles by Mill Creek.https://www.millcreekent.com/collections/the-ultra-verse/products/ultraman-dyna
14c97ae388_060988 450.jpg|Volume 1 (episodes 1-4)
483.jpg|Volume 2 (episodes 5-8)
16104177ee 060990 450.jpg|Volume 3 (episodes 9-12)
Eb36d5a390_060991 450.jpg|Volume 4 (episodes 13-16)
00000013267L.jpg|Volume 5 (episodes 17-20)
E8d3448169 060993 450.jpg|Volume 6 (episodes 21-24)
E257929e8c 060994 450.jpg|Volume 7 (episodes 25-28)
C05c0290ca 060995 450.jpg|Volume 8 (episodes 29-32)
F8edbb5b3a 060996 450.jpg|Volume 9 (episodes 33-36)
07ed7ce881 060997 450.jpg|Volume 10 (episodes 37-40)
Fc832748b4 060998 450.jpg|Volume 11 (episodes 41-44)
5cfd52a4fe 060999 450.jpg|Volume 12 (episodes 45-48)
135fd3acba 061000 450.jpg|Volume 13 (episodes 49-51)
Climax Stories Dyna.jpg|Climax Stories: Ultraman Dyna
Dyna MB DVD.jpg|Ultraman Dyna Memorial Box
Ultraman Dyna Blu-ray.jpg|Complete Blu-ray Box (episodes 1-51)
Dyna Mill Creek.webp|Mill Creek's DVD box set (episodes 1-51)
==Gallery==
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Ultraman Dyna 2022 promotional poster.jpeg|2022 promotional poster
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==Trivia==
*This series was the first since Ultraman 80 to incorporate "silhouettes" into its opening animations.
*In terms of the main cast, Takeshi Tsuruno and Risa Saito were selected through auditions, while Ryo Kinomoto was directly invited to join due to his character image. Mariya Yamada was chosen because of her leading role in Tsuburaya Productions' Moon Spiral the previous year. Toshikazu Fukawa was recommended by Kazuo Tsuburaya, while Joe Onodera and Takao Kase were nominated by the casting director, Minoru Ando.
*Unlike its movie tie-in, the series was not part of TSUBURAYA IMAGINATION's launch lineup. It was eventually added weekly from April 1, 2022 to celebrate its 25th anniversary.https://m-78.jp/news/post-6241https://spice.eplus.jp/articles/300890https://mantan-web.jp/article/20220415dog00m200070000c.html
==External Links==
*MBS official website
*CBC official website
*Ultraman Dyna at Tsuburaya Productions' official website
==References==
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