Yasuo Nanbu

2199 (Remake): Officer in Yamato‘s tactical division. Chief gunner. His rank is Lieutenant Junior Grade (or Second-grade Space Lieutenant). A native of Tokyo.

Manages the performance of weapons such as the ship’s cannons and missiles to support tactical operations. He is a heir to Nanbu Heavy Industry, a major munitions company. When he was selected as a member of the Yamato Plan, he joined over the objection of his parents. (ourstarblazers.com)

2202: Yamato‘s former ordnance chief. During the grand voyage to Iscandar, his strangely elitist attitude was wiped away, and he greatly increased his resilience as a soldier. On the other hand, he is critical of Earth’s current reconstruction policy. He serves under Kodai on the destroyer Yuunagi, in charge of ordnance.

2205: As Asuka‘s XO, he supports the new captain, Yuki Mori. He is the sergeant of Nambu Heavy Industries, which has a large influence on Earth’s military economy. His relationship with his father, Kozo, is becoming increasingly difficult.

3199: A talented officer who has been on board Yamato since its first voyage to Iscandar. His skill in gunnery command is unmatched. During his time in the 65th Escort Squadron, he served as the XO of the supply carrier Asuka, supporting the newly appointed captain, Yuki Mori.