 The show became one of the most famous Japanese anime shows in China during the mid-1990s.The series is have said to of inspire the anime adaption of "One Piece" seeing how the voice cast of Waturu have made appearances on the show.The franchise has spawned three TV series (Mashin Eiyuuden Wataru, Mashin Eiyuuden Wataru 2, Chou Mashin Eiyuuden Wataru), four radio shows, five OVAs, five novels, five video games, and assorted other merchandise.