Character

Susumu Kodai

古代 進

Susumu Kodai is a United Nations Cosmo Navy officer serving as head of the space battleship Yamato's tactical division. In addition to his important role in many of the ship's military victories, Kodai contributes to Garmillans and humans finding a way out of the Garmillas-Earth War. In many ways, Susumu Kodai is a reflection of his elder brother. As his experience grows, he demonstrates the natural, instinct-driven way of living that Mamoru displayed during his lifetime. However, the younger Susumu is more prone to acting recklessly combative, and creating more difficulties in the process. It is only as the long and difficult mission to Iscandar progresses that he gradually learns more self-control and becomes more like the leader that his brother was. He also grows to recognize the importance of showing strength and calm to his shipmates in difficult times. He also learns from his brother's former commanding officer, Admiral Okita, and builds a closer bond with him.