In 1984, Voltron: Defender of the Universe hit the television airwaves, and the world of giant robots has never been the same. Here, collected for the first time ever, is a rare look at the history of the show and the pop culture phenomenon that followed, plus an in-depth look at the lore and legend of Voltron: Defender of the Universe. -- VIZ Media

Voltron is back in a new hit Netflix series, Voltron Legendary Defender, from DreamWorks Animation! Don’t miss this ultimate collector’s guide to the Coalition for Voltron fans, new and old! Congratulations! If this guidebook is in your hands, it means you were recently freed from Galra rule—welcome! By now you have likely heard about Voltron, a robot that defends the universe. Voltron is piloted by five brave Paladins, but they cannot do it alone. That is why they need you to join the Voltron Coalition and help restore peace to every edge of the universe. This guidebook comes complete with handwritten notes from the Paladins about different worlds, their lions, the allies in the Coalition, maps of the Castle of Lions, and much more! Now, don’t get your Weblum in a twist—read this official guidebook! This full-color guide is an experience-based, must-have for all Voltron fans! DreamWorks Voltron Legendary Defender © 2018 DreamWorks Animation LLC. TM World Events Productions, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

An ancient force threatens the Earth as well as worlds on the far side of the universe.

Over two hundred years ago, Voltron Force fought its final battle against the Drule Empire. Since that devastating conflict, the robotic champion has never moved... but its legacy lives on. When an ancient enemy rises once more, a new team must be chosen to pilot the Defender of the Universe!

How does a kid who survives the rain of V-2 rockets on London in the waning years of World War II, end up in Hollywood announcing the Diamond Jubilee of Oscar? Veteran Hollywood voice actor Neil Ross tells the amazing story of his life, and fifty-plus year career, in two exciting, highly competitive professions in his autobiography: Vocal Recall; A Life in Radio and Voiceovers Driving cross-country to New York at 17, Neil learns how to survive in the Big Apple on $38.06 a week, and then lives the life of a radio gypsy: Arizona, Salt Lake City, Honolulu and Saigon, where, as a Navy Journalist, Neil reports on one of the major disasters of the Viet Nam War. Then on to San Diego, San Francisco and finally, Hollywood. Neil tells of his struggle breaking into voiceovers, one of the most competitive fields in the industry. Then describes in fascinating detail what it was like to work on iconic 80's and 90's TV cartoon shows including: Transformers, G.I. Joe, Voltron and Spider-Man. As well as a slew of popular video games including: Metal Gear Solid, Call of Duty, Command and Conquer, Doom 3 and Mass Effect. Neil spins the tale of his 30-plus years in voiceovers including major motion pictures and television shows, and encounters with Robert Redford, Warren Beatty, Steven Spielberg and Jerry Seinfeld. In addition to announcing the Diamond Jubilee of Oscar, Neil also works on the Primetime Emmy Awards and seven AFI Life Achievement Award telecasts. He describes in vivid detail the adrenaline pumping experience of working on live, celebrity-studded events. As Neil's story unfolds, we meet an amazing cast of characters: from Gene Autry to Jim Morrison, Little Richard to Jonathan Winters. Neil also shares his experiences with the many colorful, talented voice actors and directors he's worked with over the years, and shares stories of hilarious in-studio hijinks. Readers curious about the life of a top 40 radio DJ in the heyday of that format, fans of the many cartoon shows and games Neil has worked on, and the many beloved characters he's voiced, and folks dying to know the inside scoop on the golden age of the voiceover business will want to read this fascinating story.

Join Shiro, Keith, Lance, Pidge, Hunk, Princess Allura, and Coran in this action-packed collection of the first four Voltron Legendary Defender chapter books that comes with a bonus poster. Ten thousand years ago, Voltron saw its last battle against the evil Galra Empire. For the next ten thousand years, the legendary robot was little more than a myth. But when five young pilots from Earth discovered a mysterious Blue Lion in a cave, the very same Blue Lion that could combine with four other Lions to form Voltron…the legacy of Voltron was reborn. This collectible boxed set includes: The Rise of Voltron Battle for the Black Lion Space Mall The Blade of Marmora DreamWorks Voltron Legendary Defender © 2018 DreamWorks Animation LLC. TM World Events Productions, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

The origins of Voltron revealed in one titanic collection! Over twelve centuries ago, the galaxy's best minds secretly bridged magic and science to create a mighty warrior - Voltron, their only hope of salvation from the Drule Empire. This is that story, kicking off a brand-new epic mini-series spanning through both space and time.

The beloved ’80s classic is back, better than ever, and ready to defend the universe! Let’s Voltron! Reads L to R (Western style). Full-color pages. Years ago, Voltron mysteriously disappeared, and the five lions were scattered throughout the universe. Over time, the lions were recovered by the original Voltron Force: Lance, Pidge, Hunk, Princess Allura, and Commander Keith. Now, with the help of three new recruits, Voltron rises again, to defend the universe once more!

For years, Voltron fans all over the world have wondered -- why this specific team of space explorers? How did they receive the important mission to bring back Voltron? Were they sent because their superiors hoped they would succeed, or because they knew they would fail? Voltron: Year One is written by multiple Glyph Award-nominee Brandon Thomas (The Many Adventures of Miranda Mercury, Robin), and illustrated by Russ Manning Most Promising Newcomer Award-nominee Craig Cermak.

The first generation of American television programmers had few choices of Saturday morning children's offerings. That changed dramatically in 1963 when a Japanese animated television series called Tetsuan Atom was acquired for distribution by NBC. Fred Ladd adapted the show for American television and--rechristened Astro Boy--it was an overnight sensation. Astro Boy's popularity sparked a new industry importing animated television from Japan. Ladd went on to adapt numerous Japanese animated imports, and here provides an insider's view of the creation of an ongoing cultural and media phenomenon.