Season 1

01 Hurry! To the Hundred-Demon Spirit World Episode 116th March 1987 A World War II scientist reawakens the robotic replica of a powerful android boy to fight as Metalder as the evil Neroz begins to send forth his troops to conquer the world. 02 Neros Becomes More Than a God Episode 216th March 1987 Tsurugi tries to make sense of the world around him and his mission as Metalder even as Neros continues to target him for elimination. 03 Hammer Man Ben K Cries to the Love for a Hare Episode 36th April 1987 As Tsurugi tries to gain further control of his mental functions and a search for friends, a warrior from the Armor Corp goes forth to target him. 04 Torpedo Agmis vs Navy Second Lieutenant Metalder Episode 413th April 1987 Tsurugi researches more about Dr. Koga to find out more on who he is as multiple soldiers of God Neroz' army go forth to stop him. 05 Hold on! Never-Missing Gunplay Episode 520th April 1987 The fair-playing gunman Topgunder decides to take matters into his own hands in facing Metalder on his own without the Neroz Army getting in the way. 06 Anger! Knockout the Heavyweight Rules Galdos Episode 627th April 1987 Metalder decides to help Topgunder when he flees his execution for his failures in defeating the superhuman machine. 07 Decide the Goal! The Tag Brothers and the Duel of Flames Episode 74th May 1987 Tsurugi becomes a kid's soccer coach to discover the meaning of brotherhood as he becomes targeted by a brotherly duo of the Armor Corp. 08 Farewell, Barlock! The Secret of the Iron Mask Episode 811th May 1987 When several members of Neros' army abduct a scientist associated with Tsurugi's creator, a member of the Armor Corps decides to help Metalder in exchange for a battle. 09 Dreaming Monster! Lovers in a Crossfire Episode 918th May 1987 Ryusei tries to understand the concept of dreams as he's attacked by a member of the Monster Corp who forces him to have bizarre nightmares 10 Excellent Technique! The Violin Attack of the Famous Music Robot Episode 1025th May 1987 Neros upgrades a violin-playing robot to become an unstoppable weapon who uses its music to lure and defeat Metalder. 11 Pursuit of the Brave! A Giant Rises in the Sky!! Episode 111st June 1987 A retired member of the Robot Corp tries to escape from Neros' services, only to be drawn back in to protect others due to his betrayal. 12 Monster's Beloved・Sieging Ninjas Episode 128th June 1987 Metalder rescues a girl attacked by Neros' ninja squadron, unknowing of her own grudge against him from a fallen foe. 13 Critical Moment! Valley Umineko Restores the Love of Parent and Child Episode 1315th June 1987 When a man unknowingly working for Neros runs away from one of his schemes, Metalder must help rescue him and his family from Violent Spirit Hidouman with some help from a familiar rival. 14 Little Sister is Alive! Sorrowful Lady Soldier Madonna Episode 1422nd June 1987 A girl captured to work as a slave for Neros becomes a warrior believing that defeating Metalder is the only way to save her sick little sister. 15 Soaring Monster・Son! Mother's Wish! Episode 1529th June 1987 The son of Hedogross and Wisdom decides to become a member of the Neros army to honor his father, forcing his mother to enlist Metalder to not make the same mistake. 16 Love's Rival is a Crushing Biker Family Episode 166th July 1987 An aspiring biker ends up being pursued by a squad of Neros assassins aiming for Metalder. Will Metalder save the biker from a squad of Neros' assassins? 17 Mai at Risk! Running One-Eyed Dragon Top Gunder Episode 1713th July 1987 Topgunder returns to help Metalder deal with the assassin Crosslander; while Mai becomes captured by a revived Gamadone! 18 Mai's Secret Information・Poolside's Trap Episode 1820th July 1987 A troubled member of the Robot Army takes action when Mai gains access to secret information regarding Neroz's true identity. 19 Summer Vacation is an Adventure Tour to the Ghost Bank Episode 1927th July 1987 A little girl who wanders into the Ghost Bank becomes assisted by Rhapsody as he protects her from Neros' forces. This is first time Metalder confronts God Neros on his headquarters. 20 The Target is Puppies? The Fire-Breathing Armament Army Episode 2017th August 1987 When a family abandons a litter of puppies on a testing ground of Neros' Armament Army, a member decides to protect them from being attacked. 21 A Citywide Mystery・The Beautiful Girl Who Calls Fireflies Episode 2124th August 1987 Hakko encounters a girl who sings to fireflies luring people to be utilized to have their cells taken for Neros' schemes. 22 Sky-Soaring Rollers! Raid of the Red Dolphins Episode 2231st August 1987 Metalder becomes targeted by a squad of roller skaters hired by Neros to attack him in order to discover his weakness. 23 Who's Top?! The Best and Worst's Big Sports Day Episode 237th September 1987 The four Neros squadrons compete against each other in a sports game while Metalder is lured by another member of the army into gaining a starring role in their affairs! 24 The Magical Battle of Princess Tenko vs Galador Episode 2414th September 1987 Ryusei must work with Princess Tenko in order to defeat a rival magician turned Neros warrior. 25 Fly! JAC Blitzkrieg Cheering Party Episode 254th October 1987 Ryusei protects a man who knows a secret of Neros while being assisted by an unlikely group of friends of Hakko. 26 Winners! Blazing JAC Guys Episode 2611th October 1987 With Hakko's life on the line, Tsurugi and the JAC squad must rush forth to save his life, determine an ally's trust, and defeat the plans of Victorious Saint Coolgin. 27 Help! The Beloved Gori-chan's Escape Journal Episode 2718th October 1987 When an earthquake frees several of Neros' biological experiments, one ends up becoming friends with a young girl even as Ryusei and the emperor's forces search for them. 28 Lovely Thief・Shining Diamond Shines Upon a Virgin's Wish Episode 2825th October 1987 Metalder investigates a female thief who wishes to steal a gem from Neroz to fulfill a family promise. 29 The Sorrowful Story of the Stray Dog Episode 291st November 1987 A stray dog who befriends Metalder is taken away to be mutated into the latest member of Neros' Monster Army. 30 Protect! The Secret Base Episode 308th November 1987 A boy who becomes lost in the woods becomes saved by Ryusei, as all of Neros' Robot Corp searches for his base. 31 Target the Power Surge! The Girls Who Dreams Love Episode 3115th November 1987 A memoryless girl attaches herself to Ryusei as Neros puts a plan into motion to destroy Metalder mid-transformation. 32 Legend of the Century Beauty Episode 3222nd November 1987 Ryusei joins Mai on a journey to take a picture of a legendary flower, even as Geldring pursues it for his final chance to impress Neros. 33 Big Siege Network, Escape of Heated Friendship Episode 3329th November 1987 Topgunder lays siege on Neros' forces, leading him into a siege where he becomes fated for a trap to execute him with Metalder! 34 The Emperor with a Thousand Faces・Neros Episode 346th December 1987 Mai's father returns from America with vital information associated with Neros' true identity, even as he's targeted by an assassin. 35 Emperor・Neros' Identity is? Episode 3513th December 1987 Discovering a connection between Neroz and businessman Gozo Kirihara, Shingo Ogi decides to investigate, leading him into the underworld lord's trap. 36 Big Counteroffense! The Robot Army's Showdown Episode 3620th December 1987 Neroz hypnotizes Mai's father into destroying Metalder for him as Ryusei tries to save him and defeat the assault of the entire Robot Army. 37 Great Collapse! Neros Empire Episode 3727th December 1987 Metalder and Topgunder head to the headquarters of the Ghost Bank in order to bring an end to the threat of Emperor Neros and his armies once and for all! 38 Great Counterattack! Wasteland of Love and Hatred Episode 3810th January 1988 Seeking vengeance on Coolgin for the murder of Topgunder, Ryusei encounters another surviving general of the Neroz army seeking revenge while making a shocking revelation about the emperor's whereabouts. 39 Great Decisive Battle! Metalder for Eternity Episode 3917th January 1988 Metalder confronts God Neros in a final showdown to bring an end to the evil overlord that may ultimately bring an end to the existence of the heroic superhuman machine.