The results of the fan-favorite Space Battleship Yamato 2199-3199 General Election have officially been revealed on the special campaign website, arriving just in time to build momentum for the conclusion of the saga. Celebrating the upcoming finale of Yamato Yori Eien ni REBEL3199, the poll engaged dedicated franchise followers to vote across two distinct categories: characters and mecha.
With voting having taken place from August 7 through September 4, the final tallies highlight the enduring legacy of the science-fiction masterpiece. In the character division, Susumu Kodai secured the coveted first-place position, followed closely by Miki Saijo in second and Yuki Mori in third, with Abelto Dessler and Sasha/Mio Sanada rounding out the top five. Meanwhile, the mecha division saw the legendary Space Battleship Yamato itself claim the crown, beating out formidable contenders like the AAA-1 Andromeda and the Cosmo Zero fighter.
To commemorate these rankings, acclaimed artists Shinichi Yamaoka and Naoyuki Kato provided stunning new illustrations of the top five characters and mechanical vessels respectively. Full rankings detailing the top 30 positions for both categories are currently available on the official campaign website. As the premiere of Yamato Yori Eien ni REBEL3199 Chapter 7: Rainbow-Colored Cycle approaches on October 30, excitement among sci-fi anime enthusiasts remains at an all-time high.
