Young Harlock and Toshiro steer the Death Shadow to Sarumatake, where they have a secret research laboratory. Meanwhile, Zero is caught by the notorious space pirate, Hunter. Hunter wants to exchange Zero with his ship, Karyu. Zero manages to escape from Hunter’s hideout thanks to Emeraldas' help and the two fugitives fly to Sarumatake. The eternal rivals, Zero and Harlock meet to fight a decisive battle.   …