Maximilian Jenius

Earth's Ace Pilot

An ace pilot on the Earth side who served as a bridge in peace negotiations with the Zentradi.

Quotes

  • We are not just weapons for fighting; we are the creators of the future.
  • I believe that true peace lies beyond the battle.
  • Songs possess a power that transcends words.
  • Believe in your comrades and fight until the end.
  • I just want to protect this planet.

Trivia

  • One of the few Earthlings fluent in the Zentradi language.
  • Holds particularly outstanding records among the Macross Valkyrie units.
  • Impressed by how Minmay's song dramatically shifted the battle situation, he became a proponent of peace himself.
  • Character design by Haruhiko Mikimoto.
  • Voiced by Masahiro Anzai over many years.

Alternate names

Max Captain Jenius

Tags

Songstress Ace Pilot Zentradi Space War Emissary of Peace SF Robot Super Dimension Fortress Macross Macross Series Valkyrie Anti-Earth Invasion Force

Profile

Species
Earthling
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
A young man with short hair, sharp eyes, and wearing a military uniform. He has handsome features and gives a calm impression.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Iconic items
  • VF-1 Valkyrie
  • Combat Helmet
  • Military Uniform

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Brave
Detailed personality
Calm and composed with high combat abilities, possessing a passionate heart that cares for comrades. A devoted individual who yearns for peace and strives for reconciliation with the Zentradi.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Calm
  • Hot-blooded
  • Loyal to comrades
  • Loyal
  • Leadership
  • Pacifist
Motto
Finding meaning in battle and becoming a bridge to the future.
Talents
  • Excellent piloting skills
  • Tactical judgment
  • Leadership
  • Language skills (including Zentradi)
Skills
  • VF-1 Valkyrie piloting
  • Situational analysis ability
  • Negotiation skills
  • Hand-to-hand combat
Motivation
To bring peace between Earth and the Zentradi.
Habits
Never neglects rigorous training and always takes care of his subordinates.
Favorite foods
Coffee, Japanese food, In-flight meals
Hobbies
Flight training, Music appreciation, Reading
Favorite colors
Navy of the military uniform, Red
Disliked situations
Pointless conflicts, Betrayal, Injustice
Disliked foods
Sweet things

History

Backstory
As an ace pilot in the Earth Defense Force, he achieved numerous victories. Through combat with the Zentradi, he came to understand their culture and values, striving to become a bridge between both sides. He played a crucial role in ending the war through the power of music.
Debut date
October 3, 1982
Work title
Super Dimension Fortress Macross
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1

First Contact with the Zentradi

Significant event
First Contact with the Zentradi
Description
During Earth's defense battle, Maximilian faced the Zentradi for the first time, marking the beginning of cross-cultural understanding.

Negotiations with the Zentradi Commander

Significant event
Negotiations with the Zentradi Commander
Description
Amid the battle, he sought peace and opened the path to dialogue with the enemy commander.

Peace Event via Minmay's Song

Significant event
Peace Event via Minmay's Song
Description
Maximilian utilized Minmay's singing voice to contribute to ending the war with the Zentradi.

Relationships

Hikaru Ichijo

Best friend

Served together as VF-1 Valkyrie pilots and deepened mutual trust through combat.

Lynn Minmay

Ally

Holds deep respect and gratitude toward her, as her song became the key to peace.

Zentradi Commander Quadraine Lo

Rival

While enemies, friendship and trust developed through their interactions.

Earth Defense Force

Earth Defense Force: leader

Macross Crew

Macross Crew: strategist

Media appearances

Super Dimension Fortress Macross

Anime / Protagonist

1982 TV Series

Super Dimension Fortress Macross: Do You Remember Love?

Movie / Protagonist

1984 Theatrical Version

Voice cast and creators

Masahiro Anzai

Voice actor
Masahiro Anzai
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version

Masahiro Anzai

Voice actor
Masahiro Anzai
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical Version

Shoji Kawamori

Creator name
Shoji Kawamori
Role
Original author

Haruhiko Mikimoto

Creator name
Haruhiko Mikimoto
Role
Character designer

Studio Nue

Creator name
Studio Nue
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

VF-1 Valkyrie Plastic Model

Item name
VF-1 Valkyrie Plastic Model
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Maximilian Jenius Figure

Item name
Maximilian Jenius Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited

Super Dimension Fortress Macross Blu-ray BOX

Item name
Super Dimension Fortress Macross Blu-ray BOX
Category
Digital
Availability
Regular