Astro Boy (鉄腕アトム, Tetsuwan Atomu?, "Mighty Atom", lit. "Iron Arm Atom") sometimes referred to as New Mighty Atom (新・鉄腕アトム, Shin Tetsuwan Atomu?) is a remake of the 1960s anime series of the same name(s); both series are adapted from the manga series by Osamu Tezuka. This series placed more focus on Astro's robotic skills and a somewhat darker storyline than the previous incarnation of the series. While mostly light-hearted, the series could be quite sombre and sad at times. It was not uncommon in the series for robots or human characters to suffer for their actions or the misdeeds of others. The first episode is set in future Tokyo, in the year 2030. The Minister of Science, Dr. Tenma, is attempting to create a robot capable of expressing human emotions. After his fourth failed attempt, Tenma is approached by a shady man named Skunk Kusai, who offers him an "Omega Factor" circuit which will humanize a robot if installed. After seeing Skunk thrown out, Tenma's ni...