

_Gunbuster_ is one of my favorite series, and I remember learning of a sequel
series called _Diebuster_ , or _Gunbuster 2_.

What is the relationship between the two shows? Does _Diebuster_ 's story
relate to _Gunbuster_ 's in some way? Do any characters cross over both shows?
Does _Diebuster_ refer to the events of _Gunbuster_ in any way?


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What is the relationship between the Gunbuster and Diebuster series?


Gunbuster was originally released as a six episode OVA in 1988. It's sequel,
Diebuster, was also originally released as a six episode OVA 18 years later.
Typically sequels are released around the time of the original so it's fresh
in the minds of people. Without giving too much away the stories are somewhat
but not directly connected, since Diebuster happens ~12,000 years after
Gunbuster.

To take care of the time gap issue with Gunbuster, both series have been cut
into two movies and presented as a double-feature. The references to each
other are subtle.

For an example if you didn't watch Gunbuster:

  * You wouldn't know that Nono appears in Gunbuster under a different name

  * The Diebuster ending only makes sense if you saw the ending of Gunbuster (takes place 12,000 years earlier)

  * You wouldn't understand the Solar System Defence System and why it was attacking

  * You wouldn't understand why the drive was removed from Dix-Neuf


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