"In the 21st century, natural disasters around the world have yet to cease. And now, monsters, which were thought to have been figments of the imagination, have appeared. To counter this threat, the United Nations created the UDF, the United Defense Federation. Their most elite counter-monster team is DASH."
- ―Narrator, Ultraman Max
DASH (Defense Action Squad Heroes) is an earth defense organization during the Ultraman Max timeline. It is the branch of the earth defense organization called UDF, United Defense Federation , which has DASH branches all over the world.
History[]
Ultraman Max[]
DASH was created in the 21st century due to man made pollution and wars affecting the Earth's environment (Global Warming). These resulted in an increase of natural disasters and finally saw the appearance of giant monsters which previously only existed in works of fiction. DASH's duties were to defeat these creatures, act as rescue workers in disasters and defend the Earth from alien invasion.
Members[]
Captain Hijikata
- Main article: Shigeru Hijikata
Shigeru Hijikata is the captain of DASH and mainly commands his team members at the Base Titan.
Although his personality is quite strict and adheres to discipline, he sometimes shows a quick and witty side, making him a beloved and admired leader among the members.
Kenjiro Koba
- Main article: Kenjiro Koba
Kenjiro Koba is a member of DASH, proficient in shooting skills, and can skillfully operate both the regular Dashrizer and the specialized dual guns in battle, making him a key player in the team with outstanding shooting abilities.
In addition to his proficiency in piloting fighter jets, he also possesses rich emotions and strong psychological resilience.
Mizuki Koishikawa
- Main article: Mizuki Koishikawa
Mizuki Koishikawa is a member of DASH and not only is she the team's most outstanding ace pilot, but she also frequently participates in ground combat. In addition, she has excellent abilities in medical work and cooking and is a kind and confident woman.
Sean White
- Main article: Sean White
Sean White is a member of DASH and the only foreign member in the team. He comes from the UDF US branch and was dispatched to Japan. He is a scientist who is good at scientific inventions and assists in medical consultation.
He is mainly responsible for the development of manufacturing weapons and various equipment, and has amazing technical abilities.
Elly
- Main article: Elly
Elly is the humanoid robot of DASH, responsible for controlling the majority of the Base Titan's operations and functions along with the pet robot "Coco". She is also responsible for communication and data analysis, and possesses overwhelming computing abilities.
As a humanoid robot, she is not good at understanding human behavior patterns and subtle emotions, and generally uses polite language when communicating.
Kaito Touma
- Main article: Kaito Touma
Kaito Touma is a new member of DASH. In the past, he became a civilian disaster relief volunteer to protect others from the impact of disasters, and therefore received training to join DASH.
However, he was initially rejected due to failing the final exam. But during an attack, he disregarded everything and piloted a fighter to participate in the battle against Grangon and Lagoras. Afterward, he successfully joined DASH.
He transforms into Ultraman Max.
Arsenal[]
Attire[]
- DASH-Suit : DASH's uniform, it is made from nanopolymer fibers. It offers excellent ballistics protection and heat insulation.
- DASH Met : Helmets worn by DASH members, they have satellite phones and are built from high density carbon. They have other built-in communication technology and are bulletproof. An oxygen mask can also be installed.
- DASH Glove
- DASH Cap
- ID Card : The UDF allows DASH member to have extra-judicial powers in times of need.
Equipment[]
- DASH Rizer : A multipurpose laser gun, it is the size of a 45. caliber hand gun. The cylinder can be replaced in order to change to a paralyzer, stun gun, or signal bullet mode. It is charged in its holster and kept at full charge.
- Koba Special : A silver version of the DASH Rizer used by member Kenjiro Koba.
- DASH Deringer : A beam cannon developed by Sean, the cartridge can be swapped for a multitude of effects each with the power of an anti-tank gun. Pheromone bullets can also be used with it.
- DASH Pad : Communication equipments shaped like a flip style mobile phone, they can also listen to music and analyse things such as monsters and materials.
- Metamorphoser: Developed by Prof. Date, it was used to turn Dark Baltan back into his original form.
Mecha[]
DASH Alfa : The Alfa Romeo car that can fly with the iron wings. It also can help Ultraman Max fighting his enemy.
- Subtitle: Transformable Special Investigation Vehicle
- Stats
- Length: 4.5 m
- Width: 1.8 m
- Maximum Driving Speed: 750 km/h
- Maximum Flight Speed: Mach 2.5
- Crew: 5
DASH Mother : The red painted plane of DASH. It is the primary weapon for DASH. DASH Birds 1 and 2 can be launched from it.
- Subtitle: Small Airborne Carrier
- Stats
- Length: 40 m (Normal Mode), 25 m (Attack Mode)
- Width: 30 m (Normal Mode), 42 m (Attack Mode)
- Maximum Flight Speed: Mach 3 (in stratosphere), Mach 5 (outside stratosphere)
- Crew: 6
DASH Bird 1 : A red painted jet.
- Subtitle: Transformable Main Fighter
- Stats
- Length: 18 m (Normal and Standby Mode), 11 m (Attack Mode)
- Width: 19 m (Normal Mode), 22 m (Attack Mode)
- Maximum Flight Speed: Mach 5 (in stratosphere), Mach 7 (outside stratosphere)
- Crew: 2
DASH Bird 2 : A blue painted jet.
- Subtitle: Two-Seater Transformable Fighter
- Stats
- Length: 15 m (Normal Mode), 16 m (Attack Mode)
- Width: 15 m (Normal and Standby Mode), 23 m (Attack Mode)
- Maximum Flight Speed: Mach 3 (in stratosphere), Mach 5 (outside stratosphere)
- Crew: 2
DASH Bird 3 : A yellow painted jet.
- Subtitle: Transformable Submarine
- Stats
- Length: 16 m (Drill Mode), 14 m (Submarine and Flight Mode)
- Width: 13 m (Drill Mode), 14 m (Submarine Mode), 15 m (Flight Mode)
- Maximum Flight Speed: Mach 5 (in stratosphere), Mach 7 (outside stratosphere)
- Crew: 2
Facilities[]
Base Titan
- Base Poseidon : A UDF base in the south pacific, it specialises in marine research, resources and the study of the Earth's crust.
- Base Titan : A UDF base in the middle of Tokyo, there are several Base Titans all over the world. This one is where the main characters deploy.
- UDF Satellite Lab : This is were Hop Hop was kept for study. Destroy when the monster broke free.
- UDF Hanger : Near Tokyo Bay, it is a back up in case Base Titan is destroyed.
- Space Station Tiga : Mention in episode 18, communications were cut of by Alien Shama.
Merchandise[]
DASH Machine Series[]
- DASH Bird 01 (2005)
- Release Date: July 2005
- Price: 1,980 yen
- JAN/ISBN: 4543112329561
- Materials: ABS, PA
- DASH Machine Series DASH Bird 01 is a DX-sized vehicle toy that is capable of converting into three modes: Normal, Attack or Standby.
- DASH Mother (2005)
- Release Date: August 2005
- Price: 5,170 yen
- JAN/ISBN: 543112329585
- Materials: ABS, PA
- DASH Machine Series DASH Mother is a transforming larger vehicle that is also capable of carrying both DASH Birds 01 and 02 only.
- DASH Bird 02 (2005)
- Release Date: August 2005
- Price: 1,980 yen
- JAN/ISBN: 4543112329578
- Materials: ABS, PA
- The DASH Bird 02 is also released for the DASH Machine Series line.
- DASH Bird 03 (2005)
- Release Date: November 18, 2005
- Price: 1,980 yen
- JAN/ISBN: 4543112349088
- Materials: ABS, PA
- The DASH Bird 03 is also released for the DASH Machine Series line.
- DASH Alfa (2005)
- Release Date: November 18, 2005
- Price: 2,200 yen
- JAN/ISBN: 4543112348265
- Materials: ABS, PA
- The DASH Alfa is also released for the DASH Machine Series line. Unlike the jets, the DASH Alfa is only capable of converting between ground or flight modes.
- DASH Bird β (Beta) (2006)
- Release Date: January 2006
- Price: 2,200 yen
- JAN/ISBN: 4543112398338
- Materials: ABS, PA
- DASH Machine Series DASH Bird β (Beta) is a redeco/retool of the DASH Bird 01, featuring new booster areas.
DX[]
- Motorized Sortie Base DX Base Titan (2005)
- Release Date: September 2005
- Price: 7,920 yen
- JAN/ISBN: 4543112329899
- Materials: ABS, PA
- Accessories: DASH Machines (DASH Bird 01, 02, 03), DASH Mother, three handcars
- Released as part of the DX Series of defense force base toys, the Base Titan features sliding tracks and a motorized elevator feature. It also comes with four DASH Machines; DASH Birds 01 to 03, and a DASH Mother that can only carry one of the units. each DASH Birds also comes with their respective handcars for them to roll onto the base's tracks.
- The fully-colored DASH Birds from the Handy Series Ultraman Max & DASH Machine Set can be used as the figurines' alternatives.
Role-Play[]
Candy Toy[]
Apparel[]
Gallery[]
Ultraman Max[]
Miscellaneous[]
| Defense Teams | |
|---|---|
| Showa Defense Teams | SSSP | TDF (UG, MAT, TAC, ZAT, MAC, UGM) | Science Guard Party |
| Heisei Defense Teams | UMA | WINR | HEART | Mydo | TPC (GUTS, Super GUTS, Black Buster Corps, Neo Super GUTS) | GUARD (XIG) | GOKAZOKU | SRC (EYES, Team SEA), JADF | BCST | TLT (NR) | UDF (DASH) | GUYS | DEUS | ZAP SPACY | Team U | UPG | UNVER (Xio) | VTL | AIB |
| Reiwa Defense Teams | EGIS | GAF (STORAGE) | TPU (GUTS-Select) | SSSP | GGF (SKaRD) | SKIP, GDF |
| Other Defense Teams | Inter Galactic Defense Force | Space Patrol | MIGHTY JACK | SRI | SGM | Team Mouri | SAT | SAF | PAT | Koseidon Corps | SWORD | SSSP | USP | GIRLS |