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Born in Okinawa, Japan, into a family with a long maritime tradition, Daisuke Shima was deeply influenced by his father, Captain Daigo Shima, commander of the UNCN space cruiser *Murasame*. His father instilled the principle that a sailor never abandons a comrade, shaping Shima's path into the United Nations Cosmo Navy. After graduating from the Space Officer Training Academy, he served as an Ensign in the 101st Airborne Corps' Aerospace Operations Department before assignment to the cruiser *Tsurugi* as a navigation officer.
Shima participated in Operation M on Mars, retrieving a critical device and a message from Queen Stasha of Iscandar alongside Susumu Kodai from the *Amaterasu*'s deceased pilot. This mission secured his transfer to the Yamato Program, where he received a wartime promotion to Lieutenant and became Chief Navigator of the space battleship *Yamato*. As helmsman, he initially struggled with self-confidence but proved instrumental in navigating critical situations during the voyage to Iscandar.
Throughout the journey, Shima served as a stabilizing counterpart to the impulsive Kodai. Their enduring friendship weathered frequent arguments and occasional physical confrontations, ultimately strengthening their bond. His operational duties—navigation, signaling, watch duties, and comprehensive route planning—were often vital to the ship's survival.
During the conflict against the Comet Empire (Gatlantis), Shima's role expanded on the *Yamato*'s mission to investigate an SOS from Telezart. He developed a profound romantic connection with the planet's guardian, Teresa, via interstellar radio communication. This relationship became central to his character arc. He was deeply affected when Teresa chose to remain on Telezart, sacrificing herself to protect the *Yamato* from Emperor Zworder. Though devastated, he channeled his grief into renewed determination to fight.
Shima later rose to Executive Officer under Captain Kodai following the Comet Empire campaign. His naval career continued through subsequent conflicts, including service in the Transport Fleet and rejoining the *Yamato* during the Gatlantis Campaign. He eventually transferred to the Earth Federation Air Force, leading its Limited Autonomous Air Defense System. Daisuke Shima died in the line of duty during the events of "Final Yamato," fulfilling his lifelong commitment to service.
Shima participated in Operation M on Mars, retrieving a critical device and a message from Queen Stasha of Iscandar alongside Susumu Kodai from the *Amaterasu*'s deceased pilot. This mission secured his transfer to the Yamato Program, where he received a wartime promotion to Lieutenant and became Chief Navigator of the space battleship *Yamato*. As helmsman, he initially struggled with self-confidence but proved instrumental in navigating critical situations during the voyage to Iscandar.
Throughout the journey, Shima served as a stabilizing counterpart to the impulsive Kodai. Their enduring friendship weathered frequent arguments and occasional physical confrontations, ultimately strengthening their bond. His operational duties—navigation, signaling, watch duties, and comprehensive route planning—were often vital to the ship's survival.
During the conflict against the Comet Empire (Gatlantis), Shima's role expanded on the *Yamato*'s mission to investigate an SOS from Telezart. He developed a profound romantic connection with the planet's guardian, Teresa, via interstellar radio communication. This relationship became central to his character arc. He was deeply affected when Teresa chose to remain on Telezart, sacrificing herself to protect the *Yamato* from Emperor Zworder. Though devastated, he channeled his grief into renewed determination to fight.
Shima later rose to Executive Officer under Captain Kodai following the Comet Empire campaign. His naval career continued through subsequent conflicts, including service in the Transport Fleet and rejoining the *Yamato* during the Gatlantis Campaign. He eventually transferred to the Earth Federation Air Force, leading its Limited Autonomous Air Defense System. Daisuke Shima died in the line of duty during the events of "Final Yamato," fulfilling his lifelong commitment to service.