Mydo is the abbreviated name of Mysterious yonder defense organization . Mydo was formed by the Earth Defense Federation following an encounter with a mysterious alien near the end of the 20th century.[1]
Overview[]
Mydo is a large-scale force that operates across international borders. It also serves as a subsidiary organization of the International Defense Force and was established in the late 20th century, a period when the Earth entered an era marked by a significant reduction in international conflicts. However, simultaneously, a series of peculiar events and phenomena seemed to be related to Aliens beings and were occurring frequently on Earth. Consequently, the Earth Defense Alliance founded Mydo, which operates as a defense force on a scale covering the entire solar system.
To avoid displaying conspicuous military organization characteristics, Mydo implemented a disguise strategy. During regular times, Mydo's captain, vice-captain, and team members would assume the roles of gas station managers, assistant managers, and employees to conceal their true identities. In addition to fulfilling their defense duties, they were also responsible for assisting customers with refueling and car wash services.
History[]
Ultraman Zearth[]
Due to a series of unexplained mysterious phenomena occurring in Japan over the past few days, Mydo initiated an investigation into the matter.
Throughout the series, Mydo often receives assistance from Ultraman Zearth. However, during a five-day period, various strange incidents occur across Japan, including the mysterious disappearance of the Ultraman 30th-anniversary statue at the opening ceremony, the stripping of gold from buildings, and the peculiar phenomenon of lakes drying up as their waters are inexplicably lifted into the air. In response to these events, Mydo initiates an investigation.
Mydo suffers Cotton-Poppe attack.
However, during their investigation mission, they discovered an abnormal mass fluctuation beneath an uninhabited island and were subsequently attacked by Cotton-Poppe, resulting in their defeat during the battle.
Mydo struggles in combat mission against Cotton-Poppe.
Upon learning of Cotton-Poppe's habit of consuming gold, Mydo's underground base's supercomputer MIDORI received orders on how to devise a strategy to counter Cotton-Poppe. The analysis results indicated that Cotton-Poppe had a vulnerability to fire, prompting Mydo to formulate a plan: lure Cotton-Poppe with gold nuggets and then encircle and eliminate it with a fire trap. However, this strategy proved ineffective against Cotton-Poppe, as it successfully dismantled the fire trap set to capture it, leading to the crash of Skyfish 1.
Mydo transmits information to Ultraman Zearth through the teleportation ray to prevent him from firing the Spachouchoura beam.
Later, team member Tohru and a group of children were abducted by Alien Benzene, while MIDORI detected Alien Benzene's attempt to have Ultraman Zearth fire the Spachouchoura Beam at Cotton-Poppe. If Cotton-Poppe were hit by the Spachouchoura beam, it would trigger an explosion capable of destroying the Earth. Alien Benzene's plan was to absorb the golden energy from the Earth's mantle through the planet's destruction. This information was promptly reported to the members of Mydo.
In the end, Ultraman Zearth was successfully guided by the signal sent by Sky Fish 1, which thwarted Alien Benzene's conspiracy. The team members cheered on Zearth on the battlefield, witnessing his victory in saving the fate of the Earth.Ultraman Zearth
Ultraman Zearth 2: Superhuman Big Battle - Light and Shadow[]
Mydo learned through news reports that Zearth had engaged in a battle with an unidentified Ultraman in Antarctica and was defeated.
One year later, Mydo underwent a major organizational restructuring. The former Asian headquarters became the Japanese branch, and the headquarters' functions were relocated to a base in Asia. Okochi and Konakai left the team due to promotions, and their roles as team leader and deputy leader were taken over by Satsuma and Kazu.
Mydo witnessed a large number of citizens being mentally controlled by Ultraman Shadow's Mind Control Beam.
However, due to Katsuto's loss of confidence as a Mydo member due to inner demons, he submitted his resignation to Captain Satsuma and left the team. When Ultraman Shadow appeared in the city, Alien Lady-Benzene took control of Shadow and forced Zearth into battle. Mydo rushed to the scene, but they witnessed the Shadow roaming through the city and forcibly kidnapping many citizens including Tohru.
Mydo drives Sky Shark to Alien Lady-Benzene's stronghold.
Considering Ultraman's previous defeat by Zetton, Mydo initiated the development of a laser beam gun and devised a strategy. Their plan involved attacking Shadow by firing the Zetton Final Beam at its Color Timer, which, when hit, could incapacitate the Ultra.
The team embarked on the giant battleship Sky Shark. However, during the attack on Shadow, the beam was deflected by the Shadow's defense mechanism, leading to the crash of the Sky Shark.
With the determined efforts of Zearth, who had regained his confidence, they managed to defeat the Shadow. Tohru and other citizens were successfully rescued, and Katsuto rejoined the Mydo team once again.Ultraman Zearth 2: Superhuman Big Battle - Light and Shadow
Base[]
Mydo's headquarters are located in Asia, with multiple branch offices established worldwide, including North America, South America, Europe, Africa, the South Pacific, and branch bases in outer space such as Drumble on the Moon, Elara on Jupiter, Sinope Base, Titan Base on Saturn, and Ariel Base on Uranus.
Asian headquarters[]
Mydo's Asian headquarters
The Asian headquarters is located in the heart of Tokyo, disguised as an Idemitsu Kosan gas station, making it inconspicuous during normal times. This headquarters building consists of two parts: an above-ground section and an underground tower-like structure that stands over 100 meters tall.
To maintain its disguise, the above-ground section features a gas station facility, with billboards disguised as the launch ports for Skyfish, ready to serve as a command center in case of emergencies. The underground section includes various facilities such as the Skyfish hangar and maintenance room, private rooms for team members, weapon research labs, chemical research labs, archives, medical facilities, training rooms, a large bathhouse, and a recreational area equipped with a ping pong table.[2]
One year later, the base was repurposed for use as the Japanese branch, and the operations room was equipped with specialized lockers. Team members can instantly don Mydo's special attire by entering these lockers and then be transported to the cockpit of their Mecha.
Members[]
Early Members[]
Shinpei Ohkohchi
- Main article: Shinpei Ohkohchi
Shinpei Ohkohchi is the captain of Mydo. He is also an authority in astrophysics, known for his quick thinking and excellent thrust analysis skills. He is characterized by his meticulousness, boldness, and fearlessness in the face of formidable foes.
In Ultraman Zearth 2, he was promoted to the position of Chief of Staff for the International Defense Force.
Futsukichi Konakai
- Main article: Futsukichi Konakai
Futsukichi Konakai is the vice-captain of Mydo. He has a very attentive and humorous personality and always carefully considers the orders issued by the captain. However, he appears to be somewhat neurotic and often makes subjective judgments based on his own assumptions.
In Ultraman Zearth 2, he was promoted to the position of Deputy Chief of Staff for the International Defense Force.
Ganta Takemura
- Main article: Ganta Takemura
Tohru Hoshimi
- Main article: Tohru Hoshimi
Tohru Hoshimi is the only female member of Mydo, primarily responsible for communication and liaison work. She was among the first graduates of Mydo's training school and possesses a friendly, resilient, and ever-hopeful personality. She is also skilled at playing the flute.
Her younger brother is Yuki Hoshimi .
Katsuto Asahi
- Main article: Katsuto Asahi
Katsuto Asahi is a trainee member of Mydo. He is a young man characterized by his gentleness, strong sense of justice, and sensitivity to various matters. His true identity is Ultraman Zearth's human form.
In Ultraman Zearth 2, he was promoted to a full-fledged member.
MIDORI
MIDORI is the supercomputer system located in the underground facility of Mydo's Asian base, featuring a green display. Only Mydo captains with registered voice and palm prints can access it. Besides managing the base, MIDORI is responsible for collecting information and strategizing.
In Ultraman Zearth 2, MIDORI presents itself with a polygonal female face, and its behavior becomes more human-like.
MIDORI is voiced by Mariko Fukushima , and in Ultraman Zearth 2, it is portrayed by Kanako Ito .
Later Additions[]
Ban Satsuma
- Main article: Ban Satsuma
Manabu Kazu
- Main article: Manabu Kazu
Manabu Kazu is the second-generation vice-captain of Mydo. He enjoys carrying a notebook computer to precisely calculate probabilities and combat strategies, demonstrating remarkable hacking skills.
Digital Kanegon
- Main article: Kanegon
Digital Kanegon is a robot/alien. He was stranded near Venus during a space journey due to running out of energy and was rescued by Mydo. Subsequently, he started working for Mydo.
He has a card-reading device on his hands, a monitor on his abdomen for displaying transaction details and computer data, and ports for connecting cables. He is considered the mascot of the team.Armament[]
Attire[]
Standard Mydo Mission Uniform
- Mydo Suit : Ultra-light, fire proof, water proof, windproof, has high defensive strength. Has built in slots for seven objects to be taken on missions. It is only worn during mission, otherwise the Mydo team wears the uniform of the gas station they use as a cover for their base.
- Mydo Met : A special helmet made to absorb the impact of a fall. It absorbs a hundred percent of impact damage, is fire proof and bullet proof.
Equipment[]
- Stylus Gun : A handgun, it can fire lasers, heat rays and .45 caliber bullets depending on ammunition is loaded.
- Drag and Drop : A ultra high performance ray gun that resembles a shotgun, only Takemura carries it. The energy is charged by cocking the foregrip. It may shoot a yellow and blue destructive ray, an anesthesia ray and also act as a flamethrower. Only Takemura wields it because of the weight. When taken on mission it must be assembled.
Mecha[]
Gallery[]
Ultraman Zearth[]
Ultraman Zearth 2: Superhuman Big Battle - Light and Shadow[]
Miscellaneous[]
Trivia[]
- The team is named after Idemitsu Kosan's "Mydo Card," which is a loyalty or reward card used by the company for individual customers who make cash transactions.
The "Idemitsu gas station" located on Kurokawa Street in Asao Ward, Kawasaki City, is the filming location for the Mydo base.
- In real life, the Mydo Asian headquarters is actually located in the Asao Ward of Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, disguised as an "Idemitsu gas station" on Kurokawa Street. However, the actual building does not have large advertising billboards. In 2018, this building was demolished for reconstruction and was rebuilt in 2020.[3][4]
References[]
- ↑ https://m-78.jp/character/mydo/
- ↑ Ultraman Zearth Complete Works pg.43-44
- ↑ https://qqquuu7.web.fc2.com/ma.html
- ↑ https://twitter.com/yartsensei/status/1137193533503225857
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