The series gained significant popularity outside Japan under various names: Anime: SF Saiyuuki Starzinger - AniDB
(Sci-Fi West Saga Starzinger) is a classic space opera anime produced by Toei Animation that originally aired from 1978 to 1979. Created by the legendary Leiji Matsumoto (known for Space Battleship Yamato and Galaxy Express 999 ), the series is a futuristic reimagining of the 16th-century Chinese literary masterpiece Journey to the West . Core Premise
Aurora is escorted by three powerful cyborg warriors, each modeled after a character from the original Journey to the West legend:
(Arimos): An intelligent blue-suited cyborg based on Sha Wujing. He uses a laser trident with freezing abilities and consults a portable computer for tactical advice.