Aldnoah.Zero (2015)

Aldnoah.Zero (2015) is a Japanese anime television series created by Olympus Knights and A-1 Pictures. The series originally aired in Japan from July 5, 2014, to March 28, 2015, consisting of 24 episodes. The story is set in an alternate 1972 where an ancient alien artifact called the 'Hypergate' is discovered on the moon, enabling humanity to travel to Mars and establish settlements. Mars settlers discover advanced technology dubbed 'Aldnoah' and declare independence from Earth, forming the Vers Empire. The Vers Empire later declares war on Earth. The anime explores the conflict between the two planets, the use of technology, and complex human relationships. Key characters include Inaho Kaizuka from Earth, Slaine Troyard from Mars, and Princess Asseylum Vers Allusia of Mars.