Voltron (disambiguation) facts for kids

Voltron is a popular animated TV series and media franchise that many kids and teens enjoy. It's famous for its giant robot, Voltron, which is formed by combining several smaller lion-like or vehicle-like robots. This powerful robot fights against evil forces to protect the universe.

What is Voltron?

Voltron is a science fiction story that started in Japan. It became very popular around the world, especially in the United States. The main idea is about a team of brave pilots who control different robot vehicles. When these vehicles combine, they form the mighty robot Voltron. This team uses Voltron to defend planets and people from evil empires and villains.

The Original Japanese Shows

Before Voltron became a hit in other countries, it was two different animated series in Japan.

• Beast King GoLion: This was the first Japanese show. It featured five robot lions that combined to form a giant robot. This series was used to create the first season of the Voltron show that many people know.
• Armored Fleet Dairugger XV: This was another Japanese show. Instead of lions, it featured 15 different vehicles that combined to form a giant robot. Parts of this show were used to create the second season of Voltron.

The Classic 1980s Voltron

The Voltron series that became famous in the United States was created by combining and editing the Japanese shows.

• Voltron (1984 TV series): This was the first and most well-known Voltron show. It took scenes from Beast King GoLion and Armored Fleet Dairugger XV and added new English dialogue and storylines. It introduced the Paladins, the pilots of the robot lions, and their adventures protecting the universe.
• Voltron: Fleet of Doom: This was a special television movie released in 1986. It brought together characters and robots from both the Lion Force and Vehicle Force versions of Voltron for an exciting adventure.

Later Voltron Adventures

The story of Voltron continued with new animated series and updates for new generations of fans.

• Voltron: The Third Dimension: This show, which started in 1998, was a continuation of the original 1980s series. It used computer animation (CGI) to bring the characters and robots to life in a new way.
• Voltron Force: This series, which aired in 2010, was an update to the original 1980s show. It introduced new characters and gave the classic Voltron a fresh look and new abilities.
• Voltron: Legendary Defender: This popular series was released on Netflix in 2016. It reimagined the Voltron story with modern animation and storytelling, gaining many new fans around the world. It focused on a new team of Paladins discovering the legendary robot lions and forming Voltron to fight against the evil Galra Empire.