Lupin the 3rd, Part 2 Season 1 Episode 9 ZenigataCon
- November 28, 1977
- 24 min
In Lupin the 3rd, Part 2 season 1 episode 9, titled "ZenigataCon", the notorious thief Lupin III and his comrades Jigen and Goemon attend a fan convention in honor of their longtime nemesis, Inspector Zenigata. The group hopes to use this as an opportunity to finally steal the prized possession of the bumbling lawman, a golden badge that signifies his status as a detective.
However, they soon discover that they are not the only ones interested in stealing the badge. A group of Zenigata's former colleagues, led by the conniving Captain Haddock, are also in attendance and plotting to take the badge for themselves. Tensions rise as Lupin and his rivals engage in a fast-paced game of cat-and-mouse, all while trying to avoid detection by Zenigata himself.
As the convention reaches its climax, the situation becomes increasingly chaotic. Lupin and his allies must use all of their wits and resources to outsmart their opponents, retrieve the badge, and make a daring escape before Zenigata catches up to them. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a sly pickpocket, a cosplaying superfan, and a mysterious woman with her own agenda.
"ZenigataCon" is a thrilling and humorous episode that showcases the dynamic between Lupin III and his arch-nemesis, Inspector Zenigata. Fans of the series will appreciate the references to previous episodes and the clever twists that keep the story engaging from start to finish.