Let's Play Super Robot Wars K - This LP Was Better on Atreem [Completed]

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This is part one of two.

Squad time! We’ve got 21+0 deployment slots. All playable characters are solo in this chapter, those being Hatter, Athrun, Yzak, Heine, Selene, Kira, Sheldia, Van, Chief, Shinn, Hilda, Fei-Yen, Lunamaria, Dearka, Waltfeld, Mist, Kazuki, Maya, Kenji, Mamoru, and Sakura. Replace Sheldia with Angelica if you’re on the other heroine route. There are no required deployments. The Fafner cast becomes available during the pre-battle cutscenes, so if you want to upgrade them, do it before the battle.

As you should have noticed, due to the plot, you can only deploy the above characters in this chapter. Feel free to move some characters into the Akatsuki, Strike, or Gaia Gundams if you have Cagalli or Mu in them. Can you guess the commonality between them before the game says?

Technically, Sven and the Strike Noir are available, but I’ll talk about them in the next chapter since they cannot be used here.

Last time, the gang defeated Ispail once and for all and obtained the gate generator, but learned a disturbing fact about their next opponent. They decided to head back to Earth.

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(Angelica Route)
[Daiku-Maryu, Hallway]
Image Sheldia…
Image Why is she an enemy? That should be impossible!
Image I can’t wrap my head around it either, but Rem wasn’t acting like she normally does. Maybe her memory was altered, like Mu’s. Regardless, Edax must be controlling her!
Image We have to save her! We can’t just leave her like this!
Image I agree completely, but we don’t even know where she is. We can’t help her right now.
Image I hate this! Don’t you feel sorry for her!?
Image Of course I do! I want to save her right now, but we have no leads. We’ll just have to wait until she either contacts us or shows up.
Image I can’t wait that long! I’m going to go look for her!
Image Calm down, Sheldia. Where would you even start?
Image I’d start… I don’t know…
Image See? I don’t want to admit it, but Rem is our enemy right now. If we wait, she’ll surely come after us. Let’s come up with a way to save her when that happens.
Image Okay. I understand. Let’s do that.
Image For now, let’s just look on the bright side. She’s still alive, right?
Image Yeah…
Image (Why did things end up like this? They’re being unnecessarily cruel to Sheldia! What exactly is Edax planning!? Dammit all!)

(Sheldia Route)
[Daiku-Maryu, Hallway]
Image Angelica…
Image Hey, why is my dad with them? This can’t be happening!
Image I don’t get it either, but he wasn’t acting like he normally does. Maybe his memory was altered, like Mu’s. Regardless, Edax must be controlling him!
Image I have to go and save him! I can’t leave him like that!
Image I agree completely, but we don’t even know where he is. We can’t help him right now.
Image Dammit! Are you okay with Dad being like that!?
Image Of course not! I want to save him right now too, but we have no leads. We’ll just have to wait until he either contacts us or shows up.
Image We have to prioritize this! There has to be some way!
Image Calm down, Angelica. This isn’t like you!
Image Ugh…
Image …I hate to admit it, but the Commander is currently our enemy. If we wait, he’ll surely come after us. Let’s come up with a way to save him when that happens.
Image …You’re absolutely right.
Image Let’s look on the bright side and be glad that he’s alive, okay?
Image Yeah…
Image (Why did things end up like this? They’re being unnecessarily cruel to Angelica! What exactly is Edax planning!? Dammit all!)

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image Representative Athha, we’ve established communication with Dannar Base.
Image Representative Athha! Where are you right now? Just a moment ago, there was an announcement that PLANT and Orb signed a ceasefire agreement. Did you defeat Durandal? I’m getting mixed reports and nothing is confirmable.
(Phone)
Image We’re currently on our way back to Dannar Base on Earth from the Moon. The Archangel and Eternal are with us.
Image We defeated Durandal. Requiem is no longer a threat. Also, we took down one of the mastermind’s executives!
Image The mastermind’s executives?
Image The group that destroyed Mist’s home planet. As we suspected, they’re behind the Darius Army and the Great Jama Kingdom. What was their name again?
Image Their organization’s name is Edax. The executive we defeated was named Ispail.
Image Yes, that!
Image Even though we defeated Ispail, a new executive named Gazum appeared…
Image And get this, Gazum is Sheldia’s younger sister! It sure shocked me!
Image And get this, Gazum is Angelica’s father! It sure shocked me!
Image Sheldia’s sister is an enemy executive!?
(Or Angelica’s father.)
Image The situation is quite complicated, so I’ll explain everything in person once we get back to Dannar Base.
Image Understood. There’s some people here waiting for you, so hurry back.
Image Who’s waiting for us?
Image It’s a surprise. See you soon.
[Kiriko hangs up]
Image More surprises… Lulu, let’s hurry!
Image Yes! Daiku-Maryu, full speed ahead towards Dannar Base!
Image Aye aye!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Hallway]
Image I completely forgot about it because of the Gazum situation, but didn’t Lee and Puria say they brought something back from the enemy base? Professor Sakon said I’d be happy about it… Guess I’ll head to the hang--
Image Yo. I figured you’d be coming over about now.
Image Professor Sakon!
Image You’ve come to see the item in question, right? Please, follow me.
Image Okay…

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[Daiku-Maryu, Hangar]
Image Isn’t that…
Image I figured you’d recognize it. This is what we found in the enemy base. The design philosophy is similar to the Selius, so I thought it might be a robot from Atreem.
Image It is! This is a robot the Defense Force was in the middle of restoring, whose data we found alongside the Revrius’! I believe its name was…

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Time to name a new OG robot! Its default name is Serkerius. We won’t be able to use it for a while, though.

Image I see. Considering what you just said, it explains why they’re so similar.
Image But why would the enemy have a Serkerius?
Image The only thing I can think of is that this machine is related to the Crystal Heart.
Image Speaking of which, Ispail was quite fixated on the Crystal Heart, wasn’t he? But what does the Serkerius have to do with that?
Image According to my research, the place where the engine should be installed is empty. It seems he planned to use a Crystal heart with this.
Image So he was testing to use the Serkerius?
Image Who knows?
Image …
Image Also, the base’s computers had a lot of data on the Crystal Heart. This should help our research progress. We’ve also finished analyzing the gate, so that’s one thing done. What we thought from the last battle is that the emotion of “anger” isn’t actually the trigger to activate the Crystal Heart. With your current abilities, I think it will activate automatically as you fight normally.
Image Really? So you’ve figured out the emotion that acts as the trigger?
Image I haven’t quite narrowed that down yet. I’ll keep looking into it.
Image Understood. Even so, it’s strange that we can use it just fine, but Ispail couldn’t.
Image I’m sure I’ll figure it out. I have plenty of data already. I’ll let you know if I discover anything.
Image Thank you so much!
Image Also, regarding this unit, couldn’t we use it as Angelica/Sheldia’s new machine?
Image Oh, we totally can! Angelica/Sheldia should be able to pilot this! Thanks, Professor Sakon! This is what you meant by making us happy!
Image I’ll ask Murdoch to get it ready for deployment. If we move the Crystal Heart from the broken machine to the Serkerius, it should work with minimal adjustments.
Image Yeah! I’ll tell her too!
Image (Now she can fight again!)

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[???]
Image Incoming call from HQ!
(Verini Soldier)
Image It’s about time… Connect me.
[A screen turns on]
Image Verini…
(Phone)
Image Is that really you, Gazum?
Image Yes, it’s me.
Image You’ve changed so much… But that doesn’t matter! This is serious, Gazum! Ispail is dead!
Image Yes. I was quite surprised when I read the report.
Image I knew that Ispail was slacking off on his “fragment” finding mission and not taking the Earthlings seriously, but I never imagined that he’d be killed!
Image Judging from your reports, it’s true that we shouldn’t underestimate the Earthlings, but I don’t think they would have the power to kill Ispail.
Image About that…
Image Do you know something?
Image Moments ago, one of Ispail’s soldiers evacuated to this base with the gate generator. According to him, Ispail was trying to capture the pilot of an enemy robot called the Revrius. He lured the Earthlings into the base and was defeated by said Revrius.
Image Revrius? What’s that?
Image I don’t know.
Image When I spoke to him earlier, he didn’t mention anything about that. All he said was that he was gathering negative energy on Earth for Lord Ru-Cobol…
Image The fact that he kept it a secret from you means this Revrius robot might have some incredible secret.
Image It was able to kill Ispail, it must be a powerful robot.
Image (This is worth investigating…)
Image So, what’s the plan now?
Image I must take over Ispail’s role. I’ll be heading to Earth soon.
Image How’s Lord Ru-Cobol feeling? Has he woken up yet?
Image I don’t know. It’s strange that he’s not conscious of us, considering he was given such powerful “fragments”.
Image That’s fine, isn’t it? You know him best, after all.
Image Everything depends on completely dissolving the personality and completing the fusion of the “fragments”. It’s too early to rejoice. Now, I need to prepare my vessel for combat. I’ll head over as soon as I can.
Image Roger.
Image What about you? Any results?
Image Unfortunately, there doesn’t seem to be any “fragments” on this planet. However, I discovered a technology that might be useful to Lord Ru-Cobol.
Image Now you’re saying the same thing Ispail did… Your mission is to find “fragments”. Don’t get sidetracked. If you meddle in unnecessary things, you’ll end up just like him.
Image Don’t worry. I’m not as incompetent as him.
Image I hope so. Don’t act on your own so much. By the way, regarding the gate generator, I’m thinking of removing the limiter today.
Image The limiter!? If you do that, it’ll damage space itself!
Image Lord Ru-Cobol will awaken from his slumber soon. We must find more “fragments” before that happens! Since Planet Crisis can’t be used so easily, this is necessary to hasten the plan.
Image Fair, fair… But if an accident occurs due to a spatial distortion, there’s a risk that it’ll disrupt my own plan.
Image Are you questioning my judgment?
Image N-no. I’m just pointing out the risks.
Image Good. Don’t forget that I’m the leader while Lord Ru-Cobol is not available.
Image I know… As you desire, I’ll release the limiter.
Image Also… I read your report and came up with an interesting plan.
Image How interesting?
Image I thought I’d torment those Earthlings who keep getting in our way.
Image Torment them? Is that really necessary? Wouldn’t it be better to use the gate and send them to the edge of the universe like usual?
Image Certainly, that would end things quickly, but I’ve been asleep ever since I received this “fragment” and now I’m accustomed to this vessel. Shouldn’t I be allowed to have a little fun?
Image That’s your reasoning? How typical…
Image It’s not just for fun. This plan has an important meaning.
Image That just sounds like an excuse to me… Anyway, tell me what you’re scheming.
Image All right. I’m intrigued by this “Overskill” ability that Overmen possess. Especially this Overman called the Mexbrute…

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image I see. I get the situation now. So that strange guy in the hat from earlier is Sgt. Hatter.
Image He’ll get mad if he hears you call him strange.
Image Pardon me… So, where are these VRs?
Image Just like before, Sgt. Hatter and the others won’t come out of their cockpits no matter what we say.
Image Why won’t they come out?
Image Perhaps they’re AIs integrated into the VRs.
Image They probably have their reasons. It’s best not to pry too much.
Image …Goh, have you been neglecting your personal hygiene lately?
Image Huh? No, I think I’m on top of that…
Image Then is that hairstyle supposed to be fashionable?
Image Come to think of it, I haven’t had the time to get a haircut lately…
Image I like it this way since it makes him look younger.
Image I see. If Anna allows it, then it’s fine.
Image *Sigh*
Image By the way, Dr. Aoi, you said there were people waiting for us?
Image They’re here. Come on in.
[The door opens]
Image It’s been a while, everyone.
Image Soushi! And everyone from Tatsumiya Island!
Image My father, or rather Commander Makabe, ordered us to accompany you all.
Image Considering the current situation, it seems we can’t just focus on the Festum anymore. It’s in humanity’s best interest for us to fight alongside you against all invaders.
Image The mobile Siegfried Systems is complete. We can now connect to Fafners from inside the Daiku-Maryu and the Archangel.
Image It wouldn’t have been possible without the cooperation of Doctors Aoi, Yumi, and Shiba. Thank you.
Image It’s the best course of action to restore peace on Earth.
Image This will boost our firepower even more!
Image We’re all pilots with limited combat experience, but please take care of us!
Image I’ve heard that you’re all seasoned veterans. I hope to learn a lot from you!
Image (I’ll become a full-fledged pilot as soon as possible and avenge Dad!)
Image I-I’ll do my best not to hold everyone back!
Image Please take good care of me.
Image The pleasure is all mine!
Image …
Image What’s wrong, Canon? Aren’t you going to say hello?
Image I-I’m looking forward to working with you.
Image Pardon her. Canon isn’t very good at interacting with others. Even so, she’s a lot better than she was before.
Image D-don’t bring that up! Shouldn’t you greet everyone too?
Image Oops, you’re right. Canon and I may have fought against everyone as Alliance pilots, but please forget about all of that. From now on, we’ll fight with all our might for Earth, so please treat us as friends!
Image Eight more people at once! This is a big boost to our fighting potential. Plus, things will be even more livelier than before.
Image Actually, it’s not just eight.
Image Oh?
[The door opens]
Image Sorry we’re late.
Image It’s my fault. I had a bit of a headache, so I stopped by the infirmary.
Image Tsubaki!
Image A headache? Are you okay, Tsubaki?
Image Yes, I’m fine. The medicine helped.
Image Dr. Toumi, are you sure you should take Tsubaki off of the island? She should go back immediately!
Image Stop it, Soushi! I’m fine. Don’t worry.
Image But…
Image Tsubaki, if you’re not feeling well, you shouldn’t push yourself.
Image I’m perfectly fine. Soushi is just a worrywart.
Image Why is Tsubaki, a non-pilot, here?
Image I insisted on coming along. I wanted to witness everyone’s battle with my own eyes. Because of my selfishness, I’ve caused Chizuru some trouble.
Image It’s no trouble at all. I’m just doing my job.
Image Witness our battle? What do you mean?
Image I have to teach the Mir the meaning of this battle.
Image Huh?
Image Daiya…
Image Naoto!? When did you get here!?
Image I really wanted to see you. I heard from someone in the support organization that even though the war ended, you’re still fighting. When I asked if there was anything I could do to help, they told me to come here.
Image I’m glad to see you, but what about Mom?
Image She’s fine. Someone from the Daiku-Maryu’s support organization is taking good care of her.
Image …
Image So you want to join us on the Daiku-Maryu?
Image Huh? Not exactly, but if there’s anything I can do to help…
Image I refuse!
Image Puria!
Image …Is what I would say, but I can tell from your eyes that you’re no weakling. I don’t know what you’re going to do, but please support Daiya properly.
Image Y-yes ma’am!
Image Ahem. Please don’t have this discussion without my permission.
Image Sorry… I just…
Image Naoto, I grant you permission to board the Daiku-Maryu.
Image Thank you!
Image Daiya, is this the friend you mentioned a while ago?
Image Yeah, that’s him.
Image We’re a bit busy fighting to play games, but I’d love to face him one-on-one when we have time.
Image Okay. I’ll let him know.
[Beeping]
Image Everyone, thank you for waiting. The coordinates of the other Earth have been determined. Could you please come to the Daiku-Maryu?
(Phone)
Image It’s about time! Well done, Glasses!
Image We’ve been together for so long… It’s going to be tough to say goodbye to everyone.
Image Don’t look so sad, Sara. With the gate, we can come to this Earth at any time! That’s right! With a little effort, we might be able to connect different towns with gates!
Image That would make it easier to find a craftsman to fix your Generator. Plus, it’ll put the Siberian Railway out of business too!
Image That sounds excellent, Ruuji and Gainer!
Image Are we going to go to the other Earth too?
Image Looks like that’s the case. It’s too late to back out now, Yzak.
Image Anyway, let’s head to the Daiku-Maryu.
Image Yeah!
Image W-what? Another Earth? I don’t understand…
Image Kenji, didn’t you listen to Minashiro’s explanation the other day?
Image Save the discussion for later. We’re heading to the Daiku-Maryu too.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image Everyone, I’ve been waiting for you. From the data we hacked in the lunar base, we’ve finally found the coordinates of the other Earth!
Image Good job, Professor Sakon. You did what you said you would.
Image Thanks to everyone’s help, I made faster progress than I expected. Thank you.
Image I barely helped…
Image There’s no need to thank us…
Image Enough talk. Just get me back home!
Image Of course. The destination is going to be where we went to Darius, somewhere between Mirodo Village and Halayard.
Image In Area Zi?
Image Indeed.
Image The Claw should be somewhere in Area Zi, so that’s good for us. Besides, we promised to help you find a craftsman in Halayard, right?
Image Will we be able to go all the way to Yapan’s Ceiling?
Image Don’t worry about that. Once we arrive at the other Earth, we should be able to find the coordinates of anywhere on the planet and head there in a flash.
Image You can go anywhere? Then bring me to The Claw!
Image Yeah, sure. Where is this Claw person?
Image How should I know!? If I knew that, I wouldn’t be having this much trouble!
Image Then that’s impossible. The gate generator can’t locate specific people.
Image Tch…
Image You’re such an idiot. Even Joshua knew that much!
Image ...Shush.
Image You said my name?
Image Nope. Well then, Professor Sakon, if you would.
Image Great. For those of you who wish to go back home…
[Alarm]
Image The alarm! What’s wrong!?
Image This is really bad! A huge spatial distortion occurred near here!
(Phone)
Image What!?
Image A spatial distortion? Is it a gate!?
Image Doctor! Something huge is coming out of the distortion!
(Phone)
Image Can you get a visual!?
Image Yes. Displaying now!
[A screen turns on. There’s a bright flash of light as a huge structure appears out of nowhere]
Image AH! That’s…
Image Yapan’s Ceiling!?
Image P-Princess! That’s Yapan’s Ceiling! It just appeared out of nowhere!
Image Calm down, Lioubov. Professor Sakon, what just happened?
Image It seems the Exodus was sent here through a gate… But as to why, I have no idea.
Image Their goal is supposed to be invading Earth. I don’t think teleporting Yapan’s Ceiling would help with that…
Image Let’s go check it out! I want to make sure everyone is safe!
Image That’s right. Let’s go!
Image Let’s go too!
Image Yeah!
Image Hey! What about sending me back to my world!?
Image That can wait! Even you have to admit this is a bigger deal!
Image Dammit! What the hell is going on!?

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[Yapan’s Ceiling]
Image Look, Gainer! It’s Gain and Captain Gauli!
Image You’re right! Gain! Captain Gauli!
Image Gainer! Sara! Princess Ana!
Image Does that mean we’re in Area Zi?
Image No. This is another Earth.
Image Excuse me?
Image Are you making fun of us, Gainer?
Image No, it’s the truth!
Image What do you mean?
Image Besides the Earth you live on, there’s another Earth, the one we’re from. Don’t you remember me telling you that when we first met?
Image Rosa! It’s been too long! I do kinda remember something like that, but I thought you were pulling my leg.
Image It’s too early to be surprised, Gain. We’ve even gone into space and the Moon!
Image Ok, now you’re just playing with me. Let’s cut the jokes.
Image It’s no lie. We really did go to the Moon!
Image You’ve even got Princess Ana in on it. Please stop teasing adults like that.
Image You don’t believe me!? If you’re going to be like that, I’ll have Professor Sakon teleport you to the Moon!
Image Sounds good to me.
Image Hey, no need to threaten me…
Image Gain! I’ve finished the rounds. There are a lot of seriously and lightly injured people due to the impact.
Image Both the Silhouette Mammoths and the city units are considerably damaged.
Image Also, many people have reported seeing small pink hippos in various places around the Ceiling.
Image Bello! Cona!
Image Gainer! You’re alive!?
Image You went to Area Zi and never came back, so we thought you were dead.
Image Don’t kill me off so easily! Sara, Princess Ana, and Lioubov are all safe.
Image Bello, Cona, have you been well?
Image Sara! You’re alive! Thank goodness!
Image …Why are we here?
Image I have no idea. What happened that led you to be teleported here?
Image What happened? We were heading towards Yapan and we were suddenly engulfed in a bright light. When we came to, we were here!
Image It’s the same pattern as what happened to us so many times.
Image We don’t know why we were sent to Darius or the Moon either.
Image Since they’re invaders, I’m sure they did it for some reason.
Image Speaking of which, this place is practically a wasteland. Was there a war?
Image Our Earth is currently under attack by invaders.
Image We’ve got Mimetic Beasts, the Darius Army, the Great Jama Kingdom, the Festum… All sorts of groups are attacking Earth.
Image Thanks to them, even Japan is in ruins…
Image Wait! Did you just say Japan!?
Image Yes I did say Japan.
Image Japan… In other words, Yapan!
Image You’re telling me we were teleported to Yapan!?
Image Wow! This is Yapan!? Did you hear that, Cona!?
Image Yeah!
Image This pile of rubble is different from the Yapan we were aiming for…
Image Looks don’t matter! We can transform this place into an ideal world with our own hands! We’ve finally made it to Yapan! Hippo.
Image We have to tell everyone! Hippo.
[Bello and Cona run off]
Image What’s wrong with them? They suddenly got hyperactive.
Image Bello, sure, but Cona too? Did they get a fever?
Image I don’t think so… Huh?
Image Hippo!
(Pink Hippo. Gaiking. CV: ???)
Image What’s wrong?
Image Are floating pink hippos native to this world?
Image What are you talking about?
Image It’s nothing. I’m probably just exhausted. I should get some rest.
Image That’s a good idea. Please let me know if there’s anything we can do to help. Also, I want to thank you for everything you did for us in Siberia.
Image Thanks, Rosa.
Image Hippo!
Image (Well crap. The pink hippo’s near Rosa…)
Image Is something wrong, Gain?
Image Hey, Glasses!
Image Well if it isn’t Van.
Image How long are you going to keep me waiting! Hurry up and send me back to my world!
Image Can’t it wait until tomorrow?
Image What do you mean tomorrow!? You asshole!
Image Van, please don’t resort to violence. Besides, violence is unbecoming of someone with a pink hippo on their shoulder, right?
Image Hippo? The hell are you talking about?
Image Hey, Gainer.
Image What is it?
Image I’ve been seeing a pink Hippo recently.
Image Hippopo!
Image You too? Actually, same here… I feel incredibly cheerful… Hippopo…
[Fireworks x2]
Image Who’s setting off fireworks?
[Beeping]
Image Everyone! Starting this evening, to celebrate our arrival in Yapan, we’ll be holding an Exodus Achievement Commemoration Super Carnival!
(Phone)
Image A carnival?
Image Wow, that sounds like fun!
Image The main event is a city unit relay race! The winning team will receive a super luxurious prize! Those who are confident in their physical fitness and wish to participate, please come to the Bachclone immediately!
Image A relay race, huh? I wonder if I should participate. What kind of prize are we talking about?
Image Participate? Sara, you can run?
Image You might think otherwise, but I’m quite confident in my running abilities.
Image I’m no good at sports or exercise in general. I’d participate if it was a gaming tournament…
Image Hippo!
Image A relay race, huh? I wonder if I can participate even if I don’t live in Yapan’s Ceiling.
Image We’ll participate as Team Daiku-Maryu!
Image Great idea! Let’s go sign up!
Image Furthermore, on the main stage, we’ll be holding the Yapan Idol Contest! We’ll decide who’s the cutest idol in all of Yapan! Self-nominations and nominations for others are welcome! Ladies, we encourage your participation!
Image Hippo! Hippo!
Image If you’re talking swimsuits for a swimsuit contest, I, the Queen of Swimsuits, have it in stock! I’ll provide everything from sexy swimsuits to super sexy swimsuits!
(Catherina Nakata. GXS. CV: Kumiko Watanabe)
Image I think you should enter the contest instead, Catherina!
(Manson. GXS. CV: Tomokazu Seki)
Image Oh, what an excellent idea! Manson! I’m gonna be number one!
Image Idols, huh… I have to participate!
Image An old lady like you can’t be an idol. You have to be young!
Image What was that?
Image Vice-Captain Rosa, Puria, wait a--
Image Lulu, you should participate too! If you’re too shy to apply, I’ll apply for you!
Image Dick!? Everyone’s acting really out of character…
Image Furthermore furthermore, there will be eating contests, arm wrestling contests, karaoke contests, and so much more! And they’ll all be held at the same time! Everyone, please come to the city unit!!
[Fireworks x2]
Image Okay, everyone! Let’s go to the carnival!
Image Hippo!
Image I feel incredibly good! Hippo!
Image Hey, Gocchin, can I enter the idol contest too?
Image If Anna’s entering, then so am I!
Image What!? Don’t compete with me on everything!
Image Oh, are you so afraid you can’t beat me that you won’t even enter?
Image Like hell I am! Fine! Let’s settle this! I won’t lose to you!
Image That’s my line!
Image Ladies, I’d rather you not!
Image Gocchin!
Image Why are you stopping us!?
Image You two are my idols! I won’t let anyone take you away!
Image Gocchin, that’s embarrassing! But it makes me happy!
Image Goh… I love you!
Image Hey, Saruwatari! You’ve got a girl on each arm! I’m so jealous!
Image Don’t be jealous! Ahahaha!
[Goh and the ladies walk off]
Image …What’s wrong with everyone!? They’re acting so weird!?
Image Van! Since it’s a chance to act like fools, it’d be a waste to not dance!
Image That’s right, Van. It’s been so long since I’ve had this much fun!
Image Joshua, sure, but you too, Wendy? What the hell is going on?

[Sometime later]
Image What’s going on? Everyone is acting so giddy.
Image Angelica! Are you all right?
Image I don’t know what’s going on, but I think I’m okay.
Image What the heck? Everyone is acting so giddy.
Image Sheldia! Are you all right?
Image I’m totally fine. But the tension here is so high, it’s putting me off.
Image What’s all this commotion about?
Image Mia, who’s usually so quiet, suddenly ran off and said she was gonna be an idol. Roll chased after her in a panic…
Image Even Mia?
Image Are you two all right?
Image Are you two all right?
Image I’m fine.
Image When we met before, they didn’t seem like the kind of people to act like that…
Image They’ve been fighting nonstop for so long, maybe they just need to let off some steam?
Image Even so, I think there’s more to it than that.
Image That’s right. Everyone is genuinely enjoying themselves as if they’re on vacation!
Image Even Micchi went off to the carnival… What’s going on!?
Image I think we need to investigate this… This is Angelica. Dannar Base, please respond!
Image W-what should we do!?
Image Let’s contact Dannar Base first. This is Lulu. Dannar Base, please respond!
Image Angelica/Lulu, what’s wrong?
(Phone)
Image Everyone who came to see Yapan’s Ceiling are acting strangely. They suddenly got really excited and started celebrating…
Image Everyone said they’re seeing pink hippos.
Image Everyone who came to see Yapan’s Ceiling are acting strangely. They suddenly got really excited and started celebrating…
Image Everyone said they’re seeing pink hippos.
Image Pink hippos? The heck?
Image I think it’s a hallucination.
Image They’re hallucinating?
Image And everyone who sees them becomes cheerful and starts celebrating.
Image Even Vice-Captain Rosa and Dick are acting strangely! Rosa even said she’s joining the idol contest!
Image What!? Vice-Captain Rosa in an idol contest? That’s so out of character, she must be hallucinating. By the way, how are you holding up, Kira?
Image I’m fine. Me, Captain Lulu, and everyone from Tatsumiya Island too.
Image Same with Me, Van, Pai, and Lamba.
Image Me, Van, Pai, and Lamba are all safe!
Image Hiroshi and I are fine too.
Image Doctor, what about everyone at Dannar Base?
Image So far, no one’s reported any pink hippos.
Image Then please don’t let anyone else come to Yapan’s Ceiling. If you’re fine, then it seems the range of hallucinations are limited to this area.
Image Understood. By the way, what’s the cause?
Image Unknown. However, I think we might find a clue in Yapan’s Ceiling.
Image I’ve heard the story.
(Phone)
Image Lacus!
Image Kira, please find the source of the hallucinations and save everyone!
Image Roger. That’s what I intended to do. With this many members safe, we should be able to find something out.
Image That’s right. We’ll have to figure out the cause of the hallucinations ourselves.
Image Shouldn’t we just kill this pink hippo thing?
Image We’ll look into that too. I’m counting on you all.
Image Yes sir!
Image We’re counting on you, Kira.
Image Of course.
Image We’ll also look into the area around Yapan’s Ceiling for abnormalities.
Image If Professor Sakon were here, he might have been able to figure something out…
Image Doubt it. He said he could see the hippo too.
Image Anyway, let’s do whatever we can on our own. There’s no doubt the cause is somewhere in Yapan’s Ceiling.
Image Contact us immediately if you find anything. Please!
[They hang up]
Image They sent Yapan’s Ceiling to us. Their goal was to cause hallucinations and confuse us, right?
Image Yapan’s Ceiling came out of nowhere and now everyone’s seeing pink hippos. It’s absolute chaos.
Image Even so, the effects of the hallucinations are too limited. If they’re trying to invade Earth, it would be more effective to affect a wider area, like all of Japan. Plus, the source of the hallucinations is too obvious. They might be trying to mislead us.
Image You have a point…
Image You have a point…
Image They might be planning to conduct an experiment with this and, if successful, move onto a wider area.
Image So we’re guinea pigs?
Image They’re messing with us!
Image But why aren’t we affected?
Image Perhaps Pai, Lamba, and I aren’t affected because we’re aliens?
Image Huh? You’re an alien?
Image That’s right. Weren’t you aware?
Image I guess me, Pai, and Lamba are okay since we’re not from Earth.
Image What!? You’re not Earthlings?
Image Yeah. I was born on a planet called Bezard.
Image Wow, an alien! That’s so cool! Can I get your autograph?
[Sakura punches Mamoru]
Image Don’t get off topic!
Image I’m sorry… Please continue.
Image I might be safe because I’m part Dariusian…
Image Maybe I’m safe because I’m a Coordinator.
Image We’ve been given special meds to adapt to Fafners, so that might be why…
Image (I actually think it’s because we have a Festum factor in our bodies, but I don’t want to bring that up.)
Image In short, it means that people who aren’t normal humans are okay. Elena modified my body in order to pilot Dann.
Image I’m a cyborg in order to become Jeeg.
Image Then what about Kyo? Isn’t he a normal Earthling?
Image Um… Well…
Image Kyo has been taking life-extending medicine my dad made, so that’s probably the reason. You remember my dad, right? He’s already 100 years old and still going strong! That’s thanks to that medicine. Right, Kyo?
Image R-right…
Image Kyo, you’re still in high school, right? Why do you need medicine like that?
Image I… I accidentally drank it during an experiment. More importantly, let’s think about what we should do now.
Image (He’s hiding something… Well, whatever.)
Image (I could understand if it worked on Naturals, but to think it worked on people from the other Earth too…)
Image (Just what are Kenji and Tsubaki doing?)
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[???]
Image Huh… So this is how Mexbrute's Overskill can be used… I never imagined that it could work like this. Well done, Gazum.
Image Even so, a carnival, eh? They’re even more cheerful than I expected.
(Phone)
Image But is this really tormenting the Earthlings? They seem happy.
Image Yes… Let them have their fun. Let them revel in their joy and excitement, and then, at the height of their ecstasy, bloodthirsty enemies will attack! Their beaming smiles will freeze and quickly turn into faces of horror. Their joyful singing will stop abruptly and screams of despair will echo. A sudden plunge from heaven to hell… Isn’t that the ultimate form of torment?
Image You have a twisted sense of humor… I like it. No, I love it.
Image The preparations are complete. I’ll leave the rest to you, Verini.
Image Roger that. I’ll make it the best show ever. By the way, why didn't you launch a wide-scale attack? I think you could have covered the entire planet with your overwhelming power.
Image If I did that, not only would I have to use most of the energy inside the base, but the negative energy that surrounds the planet might dissipate.
Image Oh? Are you going to continue Ispail’s plan? How unexpected.
Image For now, yes. If I can confirm his theory with my own eyes and it proves useful, I will continue it.
Image That reminds me. You mentioned the base’s energy problem. If this plan works, that might be resolved.
Image You mean that technology you said would benefit Lord Ru-Cobol? Certainly, if the energy problem is solved, we can use larger-scaled gates and the Planet Crisis. Everything will become that much easier.
Image We’ll only need to use Planet Crisis when we’re looking for more subordinates. Look forward to it.
Image You seem awfully happy, don’t you?
Image Of course. I’ll do anything for Lord Ru-Cobol.
Image …
Image Well then, I’ll leave the rest to you. I’m still getting ready to head to Earth.
[Gazum hangs up]
Image Now, to continue Gazum’s plan. He looks like he doesn’t care, but deep down, he’s extremely sadistic. I’m looking forward to the results.
[Beeping]
Image Lady Verini! We’ve established communication with General Jiin of the Digald Empire!
Image You finally got through? How long was he going to keep me on hold… Put it on screen!
[A screen turns on]
Image It’s been a while, General Jiin.
Image So you’re Lady Verini. How are you?
(Jiin. Zoids Genesis. CV: Hidetoshi Nakamura) (Phone)
Image Cut the small talk. You’ve been expanding into Siberia lately. Aren’t you the busy little bee?
Image Why thank you. We’ve been able to overcome the Mountain of Death’s magnetic storms thanks to Sora City’s technology.
Image I’m more impressed that you were able to win over Sora City’s people with your smooth talking.
Image Heh… I’d prefer you call it negotiation skills. By the way, Lady Verini, why are you calling me today?
Image Listen, General Jiin. Occupying Siberia is good and all, but you’re not the kind of person to settle for such a small planet, are you?
Image Go on…
Image I was thinking of gifting you a planet…

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[Yapan’s Ceiling]
Image So, what’s the plan?
Image We should go into Yapan’s Ceiling to find the source. We have nothing to work off of right now, so we need to find anything we can.
Image Since we’re not under surveillance, let’s enjoy the carnival while we look around.
Image I’m worried about Mia and Roll.
Image We’ll go too! Things will only get worse if things don’t change!
Image I’ll go too. If only so Professor Sakon would come back to his senses…
Image I’m no good at group activities, but I guess I don’t have a choice. I’ll play along.
Image All right. Let’s head to Yapan’s Ceiling.

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image What!? Pink hippos!?
Image Everyone’s gotten carried away and started a carnival…
Image It closely resembles a mass hallucination symptom called Limitation Syndrome, caused by extreme stress… But that wouldn’t put them in such a festive mood.
(Phone)
Image The enemy is up to a really weird plan.
Image They’re probably just making fun of us!
Image No need to get so worked up.
Image Yeah. Calm down a bit.
Image Whether they’re making fun of us or not, most of our pilots can’t fight while hallucinating. If we’re attacked now, we’ll be at a considerable disadvantage.
Image Whether it’s efficient or not, the fact remains that we’re being manipulated by the enemy’s strategy.
Image The enemy will probably use this chaos to launch an attack on us.
(Phone)
Image If we don’t find a solution soon, things will only get worse.
Image But how?
Image Kira is investigating it now, but I’d like you all to check out the area around Yapan’s Ceiling. However, it seems Naturals are experiencing hallucinations. Please do not approach Yapan’s Ceiling itself.
Image Understood. We’ll look into it carefully on our end.
[They hang up]
(Angelica’s Route)
Image A carnival, huh… Sounds like fun. Ah, that’s inappropriate to say during an emergency.
Image …
Image Hey, Sheldia. Why don’t we check out the carnival too? I think we need a change of pace. The war between humans is finally over, after all.
Image Huh?
Image What do you think you’re saying? You’ll be affected by the hallucinations too!
Image I thought that a carnival would cheer her up. Besides, it seems that aliens are unaffected by the hallucinations.
Image Mist…
Image Absolutely not! I know how you feel, but I can’t allow it!
Image Please?
Image Just drop it, Mist. I don’t want to cause anyone any more trouble.
Image But I can’t just leave you like this.
Image Your intentions alone are enough to make me happy. Thank you. I won’t be depressed anymore. I’m worried about Rem, but we will run into her someday. That’s when we’ll save her!
Image Sheldia…
Image We’ll do everything we can to save your sister, Sheldia.
Image Thank you.
Image We’re friends, so it’s only natural. Mist, you should trust us too. Don’t think you have to handle everything by yourself just because it involves Sheldia.
Image Representative Athha…
(Sheldia’s route)
Image A Carnival, huh… Sounds like fun… Ah, that’s inappropriate to say during an emergency.
Image …
Image Hey, Angelica. Why don’t we check out the carnival too? I think we need a change of pace. The war between humans is finally over, after all.
Image Huh?
Image What do you think you’re saying? You’ll be affected by the hallucinations too!
Image I thought that a carnival would cheer her up. Besides, it seems that aliens are unaffected by the hallucinations.
Image Mist…
Image Absolutely not! I know how you feel, but I can’t allow it!
Image Please?
Image It’s fine. You know this really isn’t the time to change the mood, right?
Image But I can’t leave you feeling so depressed.
Image Just knowing that makes me happy. Thank you. I won’t be depressed anymore. I’m worried about Dad, but we will run into him someday. That’s when we’ll save him!
Image Angelica…
Image We’ll do everything we can to save your father, Angelica.
Image Thank you.
Image We’re friends, so it’s only natural. Mist, you should trust us too. Don’t think you have to handle everything by yourself just because it involves Angelica.
Image Representative Athha…
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[Yapan’s Ceiling, City Area]
Image It’s amazing… I had no idea how many people were in Yapan’s Ceiling.
Image It looks like they’re using the city units for a relay race.
Image A relay race, huh… It looks so exciting!
Image Look! It’s Sara!
Image She’s arguing with someone…
Image Wow, what a gorgeous blond babe!
Image Kenji, get your mind out of the gutter!
Image Do you really think an old woman like you can beat a young, healthy girl like me?
Image Don’t underestimate me! I may be older, but I’m confident in my legs!
Image I’ve been wanting to mention this for a while, but how can such a crude woman like you continue to be a teacher!?
Image Wouldn’t you like to know! Ms. Adette Kistler is quite popular for her intimate one-on-one sessions with the students.
Image I’m appalled…
Image Sara! The runner is here!
Image Haa… Haa… Sara! Here’s the baton! It’s all up to you now!
Image Great! Team Daiku-Maryu will win this for sure!
Image Cona! It’s the last sprint! You got this!
Image Haaaa… Haaaaa… Ms. Kistler! Take the baton!
Image Hell yeah! It’s on now, Sara!
Image Adette! Don’t lose to that little girl!
Image Just leave it to me!
Image Those two are having an extremely close race…
Image It’s less like a relay race and more like they’re fighting while running…
Image I can’t watch.
Image …Let’s just move on.
Image Let’s go to the next venue!
[They move on]

Image Is this an arm wrestling tournament?
Image If I was affected by the hippo, I’d probably be participating too.
Image Looks like the final match is about to begin.
Image It’s Shizuka vs Saotome!
Image I could have predicted this matchup.
Image I gave up on the idol contest and came here just for this. I can’t let you win!
Image What a coincidence. I gave up on the idol contest too.
Image With the two top contenders dropping out, the idol contest must be incredibly boring now.
Image Shizuka, I’ve always wanted to test my strength against you. I won’t hold back!
Image That’s exactly what I want. Bring it!
Image They’re neck and neck!
Image Neither of them is moving an inch!
Image They’re perfectly matched.
Image It doesn’t look like this’ll be done anytime soon, so let’s move on.
[They move on]

Image This is the main stage for the idol contest, right?
Image I bet you would have won if you entered, Maya.
Image Don’t tease me, Kazuki.
Image (I actually agree with him.)
Image Hey, isn’t that Mia and Roll?
Image You’re right! Why are they in the audience?
Image Hey, Mia! Roll! Why are you here?
Image Ah!
Image You guys came too?
Image Weren’t you competing?
Image I tried to enter, but…
Image She failed in the first round.
Image What!? But you’re adorable!
Image She accidentally blew the judges away with her psychic powers.
Image Really!? Why would you do that?
Image I got angry because I was asked a question that sounded like sexual harassment…
Image Honestly, you need to be less of a prude.
Image I’m so frustrated! I wanna blow up the entire contest!
Image Mia, that’s a bit extreme.
Image Something’s definitely wrong with Mia.
Image She’s a human, remember? She’s seeing the pink hippo.
Image Isn’t that Carmen singing on stage?
Image She doesn’t seem to be very good at it.
Image Carmen99 showed overwhelming power in the swimsuit competition, but it seems singing isn’t her strong suit!
Image Grrr! I’m so frustrated!
Image Next up is Rosa Belnikov! Go ahead!
Image V-Vice Captain Rosa!?
Image She’s wearing a kimono?
Image She looks completely different from normal.
Image Everyone, please listen to the song of my heart!
Image T-this is…
Image It’s Enka! It’s so traditional and emotional… She’s singing about a woman’s passionate feelings so intensely…
Image Amazing… It’s like her feelings are becoming power…
Image I can tell she’s singing from the heart.
Image Thank you for listening!
Image Wow, what a powerful performance! I have tears in my eyes! Next is the final entry… But before that, I’d like to announce the results of the City Unit Cross-Country Relay Race! The winner is the team that joined at the last minute, Team Daiku-Maryu!
Image It seems Sara won in the end. Oh, look, they’re on stage now!
Image It seems Sara won in the end. Oh, look, they’re on stage now!
Image I am proud to begin the award ceremony! This certificate goes to Team Daiku-Maryu for winning the race!
Image Bello! Gimme that mic!
Image Hey, Gainer! What are you doing!?
Image Everyone! I’m Gainer Sanga, representative of Team Daiku-Maryu!
Image Wait, since when did you become the representative!?
Image Everyone! To commemorate our victory, I want to declare this here and now! SARA! I LOVE YOU!
Image WHAT!?
Image Sara! I’m crazy about you! I’ve loved you since before the Exodus! I want to know more about you! I want to know everything about you! I want to hug you so tightly, that it’ll hurt!
Image W-what are you saying!? Stop it, Gainer!
Image Restrain him!
Image L-let go of me! Sara! I want to make you mine! Your heart is beautiful just like every part about you!
Image Get him out of here!
Image Sara! If you so desire, I’ll go out into the tundra naked!
Image GAINER YOU IDIOT!!!!!
Image (...)
Image (...So he wasn’t thinking about that Cynthia girl, but me…)
Image I apologize for that unexpected incident! So sorry! Now, let’s get back on track! The final entry for the idol contest is a duet between Rei Mii and Kotona Elegance. Now, for “Lovin’ U Just As You Are”!
Kotona Elegance (Shizuka Ito) & Rei Mii (Kimiko Koyama) - Lovin’ U Just As You Are
Super Robot Wars K version
Image Everyone! Listen to our song!
Image Please vote for us as the number one idol!
Image If you don’t, we’ll roast you alive!
Image I can’t believe those two have such good chemistry!
Image They’re pretty good, Soushi.
Image Yes. I have to admit it…
Image MII-CHAN!
Image KOTONA!
Image …Morons…
Image I thought we’d find a clue by looking around Yapan’s Ceiling, but we haven’t found anything… What do we do now?

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[Archangel, Bridge]
[Beeping]
Image Captain! Representative Athaa! We’ve got something on the sensors!
Image Really!?
Image A weak microwave signal is being emitted all around Yapan’s Ceiling.
Image A microwave?
Image Yes. It’s a special wavelength that neither we nor anyone else in the area is using.
Image Can you determine the source?
Image According to this, it’s being emitted from inside the city unit.
Image That’s as good of a lead as any. Let’s have Kira investigate!

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[Yapan’s Ceiling, City Area]
Image Microwaves? Are you sure, Cagalli?
Image Yes. I’ll give you the location, so please look into it.
(Phone)
Image Okay. Let’s go, everyone!
Image Huh? But they’re about to reveal who won the idol contest…
Image That doesn’t matter! Saving everyone from the hallucinations comes first!
Image Fine…

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[Archangel, Bridge]
[Beeping]
Image Captain! We’ve detected a spatial distortion very close to Yapan’s Ceiling! It’s a gate!
Image What!?
Image What’s going to come out this time!?

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Chapter 22: Confusion Carnival

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Image What is this palace? The whole area is like a wasteland… Hmm? That’s the migrant group we encountered before… I think they’re called “Yapan’s Ceiling”...
(Georg. Zoids Genesis. CV: Kouji Ishii)
Image Major General Georg, can you hear me?
(Phone)
Image Hmm? Who are you?
Image I’m Verini. I’m the one who told General Jiin to send you to that planet.
Image You’re Verini?
Image (So this is the fabled Verini? She has animal ears on her head. Is this some kind of a joke?)
Image It’s rude to stare!
Image Ugh…
Image Well, whatever. Major General Georg, do you see the Siberian unit in front of you?
Image Yes…
Image Kill them all.
Image …
Image What’s wrong? Didn’t you hear me?
Image I heard the order, but…
Image Didn’t General Jiin tell you to follow my orders?
Image Yeah…
Image (It’s true he said that, but I never imagined she’d be this kind of woman!)
Image Ah, I get it now. You’re looking down on me because I’m a woman, aren’t you?
Image T-that’s not it!
Image If you don’t like it, I can send you back to Digald and bring in someone else instead. Though you would get accused of insubordination…
Image Understood. I’ll commence the attack immediately!
Image (I don’t like following orders from such a mysterious woman, but since I’ve been sent here by General Jiin, I suppose I have no choice but to carry out the mission. Still, who is she anyway?)

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[Yapan’s Ceiling]
Image Hey, look! Aren’t those Zoids!?
Image Those are Bio Zoids!
Image Bio Zoids? Are they different from the Zoids that Ruuji’s group pilots?
Image They’re Zoids made of a different metal than normal Zoids. Why are they here?
Image They look mean…
Image They are. They’re Zoids from the Digald Empire, who are trying to conquer the other Earth by force.
Image Then we need to deal with them! They’ll destroy Yapan’s Ceiling!
Image But we need to look into the source of the hallucinations…
Image Leave that to me and Kyo. You guys hurry back to Dannar Base and sortie! I can’t become Jeeg without Micchi, so I’m not able to fight anyway!
Image I’ll go too! As it stands, we don’t have enough crew members to operate the Daiku-Maryu.
Image I don’t have a mech to pilot, so I’ll join you too, Hiroshi.
Image I don’t have a robot at the moment, so I’ll go help investigate the source!
Image Understood! We’ll leave the microwave to you guys!
Image We got this! Hurry back to Dannar Base!
Image Everyone, let’s hurry!
Image Everyone! Full speed ahead!
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Image It’s the Eternal!
Image You came!
Image Kira! Everyone! Get in quickly!
Image Thanks, Lacus! Everyone, hurry!
Image Coming!
Image Hmm? Is that the enemy?
Image Oh, so some of them weren’t affected by the hallucinations… Georg, kill them too. Got it?
(Phone)
Image Why did only the Eternal launch!? That place is dangerous!
(Phone)
Image According to Kira, Coordinators and aliens are immune to the hallucinations.
Image We’re all Coordinators, so we should be fine!
Image It looks like Sgt. Hatter’s group is good to go too!
Image The Stargazer is ready!
Image I’m an alien too!
Image Same here! Besides, Rem might show up, so I’ll fight!
Image Same here! Besides, Dad might show up…
Image Listen up! Just because Kira is fine doesn’t mean all aliens and Coordinators are unaffected, right?
Image I know it’s reckless, but we can’t let them attack Yapan’s Ceiling. Our friends are still in there. We’re still looking into the cause, right?
Image That’s true, but…
Image I will take full responsibility.
Image For now, we’ll fight alone, so please keep looking into the source.
Image Okay.
Image Lady Lacus! Kira’s party is on board!
Image Understood. Everyone, sortie immediately!

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Deploy the troops. The Fafner kids are now available, so don’t forget to pair them up or equip them if you want to.

Image Yapan’s Ceiling is defenseless! Do not let them get close!

All the Fafners from before plus the Stargazer are here, so let’s have some fun.

Move everyone westward, using the Ceiling itself as a bridge over the ruins of the city. Despite what Athrun said, an enemy getting onto the Ceiling isn’t a Game Over.

Before I show the boss, a quick event happens at the start of the next turn.

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Image That’s a Bio Megaraptor! I shouldn’t have any of those in my squad…
Image Hey, Bio Tricera! Can you hear me!? This is Major Zairin of Saltz!
Image Zairin!? You were declared as MIA! Why are you here!?
Image That voice… Georg?
Image Yes. Zairin, why are you in this world?
Image It’s a long story… I’ll explain it later. In the meantime, I’ll help you out.
Image I don’t need your help! Or so I’d like to say, but the more units the better. Go for it.
Image Diga!
(TL Note: Diga is how Digald soldiers say “affirmative” sometimes.)
[Beeping]
Image A new spatial distortion has been detected! Be on alert!
Image What!?
(Phone)

Image
Image Enemy reinforcements!
Image You’re having a tough time, so this is a little gift from me. If you don’t succeed, General Jiin will be very disappointed, you know?
Image You don’t need to tell me that!
Image By the way, there’s a Bio Zoid I don’t recognize. Who’s that?
Image That’s a comrade named Zairin who went missing. He suddenly appeared here. I don’t know why or how.
Image So he’s an ally. Well, good luck.
[Verini hangs up]
Image This is Lulu! We’ve destroyed the source of the microwaves!
(Phone)
Image The hallucinations have cleared and everyone is slowly returning to normal!
Image The hallucinations have cleared and everyone is slowly returning to normal!
(Phone)
Image Everyone is rushing to Dannar Base! We’ll reinforce you shortly!
(Phone)
Image No, it’s all right. Please leave it to us.
Image But…
Image We’re fine on our own.
Image This is our planet’s problem. Let us take the lead this time.
Image Soushi, is that acceptable?
Image Yes. There are no problems with everyone’s mental state. However…
Image However?
Image The longer the battle drags on, the more dangerous it will get for everyone. This is our first time fighting this enemy so it’ll be tough, but I’m counting on you, Kazuki.
Image Roger!

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Our bosses for this stage are Georg in the Bio Tricera and Zairin in the Bio Megaraptor. All of our enemies on this stage are Bio Zoids, so they take reduced damage from all attacks. Plus, since we don’t have any playable Zoids available, we can’t use their Zi weapons to piece through it. Thankfully, the Zoid grunts are kinda trash, so you should be fine even against their barriers.

Another event happens at the start of the next turn.

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Super Robot Wars K - Can You Feel My Soul?
Image Hey! Aren’t those Bio Zoids from the Digald Empire!? I’m surprised they’ve come all the way out here!
Image Gain, is that you in that mech that just appeared?
(Phone)
Image Got it in one. This is the Emperanza, my personal Overman!
Image An Overman!? Did you steal it from the Siberian Railway!?
Image Don’t just assume the worst of me! I built this Overman from scratch!
Image Now that you mention it, I see Brunhildr’s arm.
Image More importantly Gain, how do you know about Bio Zoids!?
Image They came out of Area Zi and started attacking Siberia!
Image What!?
Image We’ll talk later. Right now, let’s crush those Digald bastards!

Calling you straight from the soul.

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[Emperanza]
An excellent sniper like the Mark Sieben. Pair the two of them up, give them some range extending parts, and start blasting people from 10+ squares away. The Emperanza is only okay in mid-close range, so keep him towards the back. Gain’s innate Hit & Run helps with keeping him close to the main army. When Gain hits 130 morale, the Emperanza’s Overskill, Gravity, activates. This reduces enemy hit and evasion rates by 15% if they’re within 5 squares.

Image You Digald bastards… I can’t believe even you guys were sent to this world. I’ll make sure you pay for interfering with my Exodus and for those illusions!

Now that everyone is here, it’s time to kick some Bio Zoid ass! Use the Ceiling’s great terrain and let them kill themselves upon your steel.

Image No matter what tactics they use, I won’t lose!

Image If we keep defeating these guys, Rem is sure to show up… Until then, I’ll keep fighting!

Image If I keep fighting, I’ll surely run into Dad… Until then I’ll keep fighting!

Image I have to fight, even if my opponents are humans from another Earth!

There’s no dialogue with the two bosses, since Ruuji is too busy seeing hippos.

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Image Dammit! How could I be so careless again!?
Image Hey, you’re one of Georg’s men, right?
Image Who are you!?
Image It doesn’t matter who I am. Let me help you out.
Image What!?

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Image The damage to my Zoid is severe… Further combat is impossible…
Image Georg, I’m disappointed in you. Retreat now!

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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(Just assume anyone who wasn’t in that battle is on the phone)
Image It seems we managed to repel all enemies.
Image I never imagined we’d be tormented by hallucinations…
Image And I never expected them to use gates to send the Digald Army to this world.
Image I don’t know who, but someone pulled a nasty trick on Yapan’s Ceiling without us noticing.
Image This operation is probably led by the new executive who declared war on us, right? Their fighting style is that much different from Ispail’s.
Image The new executive… You mean Rem, right?
Image It’s not Rem! It’s some asshole named Gazum!
Image Yeah…
Image The new executive… You mean Dad, right?
Image It’s not the Commander! It’s some asshole named Gazum!
Image Yeah…
Image It seems like the enemy was holding back on their gate usage until now, but I’d assume they’ll probably use them more often when fighting us.
Image We can use gates now too, right? Let’s fight fire with fire!
Image …And where would you have us attack?
Image Their base, obviously!
Image And where is their base?
Image How should I know!? We’ll just find it!
Image Kenji, you’re an utter moron…
Image Guh…
Image (I have to fight alongside people like that? I can’t possibly trust them with anything!)
Image But Kenji isn’t entirely wrong.
Image Eh? What do you mean?
Image We have to attack. If we stay on the defensive, we have no chance of winning, right?
Image You have a point. Just defending won’t win us the war.
Image But we don’t know where they are…
Image We have the data Professor Sakon brought back from their base, right? In it, there should be coordinate data of wherever the enemy came from. If we can find that, it might tell us where their base is. At least, that’s just a hunch.
Image I think it’s a great idea.
Image We don’t need to do anything that complicated. We’ll just capture one of them and force them to tell us.
Image Heh… Another great idea.
Image How is that a great idea?
Image I don’t think we’ll learn anything from them directly…
Image Everyone, head back to Dannar Base for now. We need to make sure there’s no after-effects from the hallucinations.
Image Good idea. We’ll do that.
Image (I’ve had enough of singing Enka in front of people…)
Image Kenji, did you see any hallucinations?
Image Hmm? You mean the pink hippos? I didn’t.
Image Then why didn’t you sortie? Same with you, Tsubaki.
Image W-well…
Image Kenji, we have to tell him.
Image Did something happen?
Image After the relay race, I kinda ate a little too much…
Image What.
Image I felt responsible for egging him on, so I left the carnival midway to take care of him.
Image Is that so… I see no reason to tell anyone. Just say you were experiencing the hallucinations like everyone else.
Image Sorry, Kyo.
Image Speaking of which, why weren’t we affected?
Image Because idiots can’t get sick.
Image What do you mean by that!? You’re the only idiot here!
Image …

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[???]
Image How did that torment the Earthlings!? We’re the ones who got our asses kicked! I’ll have words with Gazum later!
[Alarm]
Image An alarm? What’s happening?
Image Due to the overuse of the gate, a spatial rift has appeared inside the base!
Image WHAT!?
[Explosions]
Image Because of the rift, the control device for the second energy storage facility was severely damaged!
Image You’re kidding!
Image Abnormalities detected in the energy compression system! If this continues, the collected energy will go out of control and the base will blow up!
Image For the love of…
Image We’re currently rushing repairs, but as a precaution, please evacuate from here along with the gate generator!
Image What are the chances of the repairs succeeding?
Image About 50/50.
Image Tch! Send the entire facility to the edge of the universe!
Image But if we do that, half of the energy we’ve collected will be lost. The plan will be significantly delayed!
Image If the repairs fail and the base blows up, we’ll lose everything. It’s best to just lose half!
Image But the repair teams are still in the facility!
Image Silence! Just carry out my orders! I’ll give you some spare “fragments”!
Image R-roger!
[Teleportation sounds]
Image The energy storage facility has disappeared. There are no more abnormalities within the base.
Image …How long will restoration take?
Image If we use the gate at full capacity, we can get back to normal in about five days. However, considering the risk of another accident, it’s risky.
Image It doesn’t matter. Just get it done quickly. If an accident happens, we’ll just start over. Begin restoration work immediately!
Image Roger!
[The soldier leaves]
Image This is why I didn’t want to touch the gate’s limiter! This is all your fault, Gazum!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image It seems everyone’s test results were good.
Image Everyone’s back to normal. There’s no after-effects to worry about.
Image Thank you so much, Dr. Franklin!
Image (To be honest, I kinda wanted to make costumes for the idol contest. Oh well…)
Image To be sent to an unknown world and suffer from hallucinations… What a terrible experience.
Image A double dose of bad luck.
Image But thanks to the carnival, I feel reinvigorated.
Image I was finally able to have some fun.
Image I had a great time singing on stage.
Image The festive atmosphere might have been just what we needed to heal our minds after all the fighting.
Image I agree. Everyone looked exhausted. If only we could have a festival like that, but without the pink hippos. Then we could create more fun memories and everyone could forget about fighting for a bit.
Image Why would you want that? I’ve had enough of that kind of trouble.
Image But I think memories are important. Don’t you agree, Van?
Image Who told you about Elena? You’re supposed to be newbies…
Image Huh? Who’s Elena?
Image Tch. Never mind.
Image Making memories, huh… Hey, Maya.
Image What is it, Mom?
Image What you just said is very important. Make sure you make lots of memories.
Image Mom… Okay. I’ll do what I can.
Image Good grief. Is Maya going to start acting like Yumiko now?
Image They look like they’re having fun.
Image Yeah. Let’s let them do what they want. I’m looking forward to what they’ll say next.
Image Speaking of which, there were a few new people in Yapan’s Ceiling.
Image While you guys were away, I had a little walkabout. Yapan’s Ceiling has become the pride of Siberia. As a result, some weirdos ended up coming along.
Image That’s enough! The world should have seen your talent at the carnival!
(Phone)
Image What are you talking about!? If Digald didn’t come, you would have forgotten about me! Besides, the fact that you wouldn’t agree with my designs unless you were tricked by hallucinations is an insult to independent women everywhere!
(Phone)
Image Like them.
Image I’m not saying helping people is bad, but what’s up with those two?
Image Believe it or not, she’s the queen of a private kingdom. We couldn’t just ignore her.
Image Well, her taste in lingerie, or rather swimsuits, isn’t bad. Plus, she’s doing research on metal fibers. Gach personally approved herl.
Image Metal fibers? That could be useful in the future. Orb will talk to her to set up a research facility. It’ll be more productive than bickering in Yapan’s Ceiling.
Image THIS IS MY SINCERITY!!!
Image AH! That incredibly wonderful boomerang! That’s the Ziemen 790-5 that I designed! Ah, Manson!
Image Catherina!
Image …Are they really going to be useful?
Image Don’t make me second guess myself…
Image The passion of those two is something no one can imitate. If that passion leads to the future, we should support them.
Image Lacus…
Image By the way, Gain, you said that Digald was causing trouble in Siberia, right?
Image Is that true?
Image Yes. The Digald military escaped from Area Zi and started an attempt to conquer not just Siberia, but the world.
Image They’re trying to take over the world!?
Image Uncle!
Image Surely there must be some kind of mistake…
Image Gain, tell us what you know!
Image Wait. It’d be best if we return to Dannar Base and discuss this with Dr. Aoi.
Image You’re right. Lulu, let’s return to Dannar Base.
Image Understood!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Hallway]
Image What’s wrong, Soushi? You look like you’re irritated.
Image I’ve just lost confidence in fighting with this group.
Image Huh?
Image What do you mean, Minashiro? We’ve fought with them before, haven’t we?
Image This unit’s fighting power is indeed impressive. Seeing their performance today, I’m once again reminded of that. The fact that we were able to repel the enemy Zoids from another world so quickly is thanks to this unit’s experience.
Image Those Zoids were really cool, like dinosaurs!
Image Don’t be happy about that!
Image So what changed?
Image The pilots are too immature! Especially Van and Kenji. They’re bound to cause problems during combat. No, they might have already caused problems. If they act on their own and don’t follow orders, they’ll snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. I can’t connect to their mechs with the Siegfried System, so I don’t know what they’re thinking. I don’t think I can fight alongside them.
Image Is something wrong with Van?
Image Did Van do something dumb again?
Image Joshua and Wendy!
Image He hasn’t done anything to us. But Soushi…
Image The moment they mess up, it’ll be too late! I’m going to talk to Representative Athha about removing them from the team!
Image What!? If Van leaves, that’ll be a huge loss in firepower! Even though he doesn’t do much already, if he stops fighting, he’ll feel even more out of place!
Image For the unit to function efficiently, the existence of people like him is unnecessary. He shouldn’t even be here!
Image Soushi, your way of thinking is too selfish.
Image T-Tsubaki!
Image You’re Soushi’s younger sister, right?
Image I’m Tsubaki. Wendy, Joshua, this is the first time we’ve talked, right?
Image We’ve met on Tatsumiya Island, but we haven’t really spoken before.
Image Tsubaki, you shouldn’t move around too much. You’ll exhaust your strength.
Image I’m fine. More importantly, you’re troubled and I was worried about you.
Image Right. I’m sorry for making you worry…
Image Hey, Soushi. It’s not good to judge people based solely on your own thoughts and values. Your thinking may be correct, but it’s not everything.
Image …
Image Van is trusted by everyone. You can trust him too.
Image …Fine. I’ll try to calm down and think about it. Since coming to Dannar Base, I’ve met so many types of people I’ve never met before. Maybe I’m just overwhelmed.
Image Yeah. Do that.
Image I’ll go back to my room. Tsubaki, you should go to Dr. Toumi.
Image Okay!
Image Shall we go too?
Image Yeah.
[The boys leave]
Image Tsubaki, shall I take you to Mom?
Image Thank you.
Image It’s nice that your brother is right there with you… I wonder what Michael is up to…
Image Wendy, do you have an older brother too?
Image Yeah. Though he’s currently working for the clawed man…
Image The clawed man?
Image The clawed man killed Van’s wife and Joshua’s sister-in-law…
Image I’m sorry, Wendy. Tsubaki is feeling weak. Could we continue this conversation in the infirmary?
Image Ah, yeah. Sorry.
Image Let’s go, Tsubaki.
Image Okay!
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Squad time! We’ve got 19+4 deployment slots. Solos are Ruuji, Mist, Gainer, Van, Shinn, Kazuki, Kira, Cagalli, and Sven. Pairs are Daiya/Lee, Roll/Selene, Koji/Yagyuu, Goh/Anna, Garaga/Michio, Ron/Kenji (Fafner), Sakura/Gain, Kouji/Shizuru, Ra Kan/Mamoru, Yassaba/Kotona, Sheldia/Adette, Hiroshi/Miwa, and Kenji (Jeeg)/Kyo. Mandatory deployments are Ruuji, Ra Kan, Mist, and either Angelica or Sheldia. You might have noticed some new names, I’ll cover those later.

SECRET ALERT
Fafner Characters #6
From this chapter until the secret is obtained (Chapter 30A), deploy Kenji, Mamoru, Sakura, Michio, and Canon whenever possible.

This main save file isn’t concerned about the Fafner characters secret, but if you are, make sure you deploy every Fafner character. Kazuki and Maya aren’t included, but they’re good enough that you’d want to use them anyway. You can assume I’m doing this on my Fafner save file.

At the end of the last stage, we got access to Michio, Canon, Gauli, and Bello, who were playable in previous stages, along with new characters Yassaba and Adette. Sven is also now playable despite technically getting him before the previous chapter. I’ll go over their units with the others.

Last time, Yapan’s Ceiling suddenly appeared in Japan, people were seeing pink hippos, and a wild carnival was had by all.

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image So the Digald Empire, who is trying to conquer the other Earth, has now invaded our Earth as well. Not to mention Edax seems to be supporting them from behind the scenes with gates. Is that the gist of it?
Image Based on the report we’ve received from Gain and the Exodus, that’s the current theory. Of course, we don’t have concrete proof.
Image What’s clear is that if we do nothing, both Earths will be conquered by invaders of some kind.
Image Aren’t Edax trying to destroy planets like they did with Mist’s?
Image I’ve been thinking about that too. When they attacked Atreem and Bezard, they swarmed us with a huge army and won in a very short amount of time.
Image But this time, they’re manipulating the Darius Army and Jama Kingdom from the shadows. Their methods are completely different this time.
Image They’re probably scared because they know they can’t beat us in a fair fight.
Image Isn’t their plan to pit groups against each other and then strike when they’re weakened?
Image (That’s such a stupid idea, there’s no way that’s the case.)
Image Regardless, both Earths are facing the threat of invasion.
Image But our Earth is in a far more precarious situation.
Image Why’s that?
Image Because we have no way to fight against Digald.
Image The London IMA and Siberian Railway are desperately fighting the Digald Empire, but their Bio Zoids are extremely powerful.
Image We can barely hold them off with just Silhouette Engines.
Image Overmen can fight back a little better, but we don’t have enough of them. Those Bio Zoids keep coming no matter how many we destroy.
Image (I wonder if Ray is okay… When I saw him in Gloria, he was working as a bodyguard for the Siberian Railway…)
Image If we weren’t sent here, it would have been a matter of time before Digald destroyed Yapan’s Ceiling.
Image I don’t like how the Exodus was interrupted, but maybe it’s for the best that we were sent here.
Image Lacus, Representative Athha, what do you think?
Image This is just my personal opinion, but from what I’ve heard from Gain and the Exodus, I think we should prioritize saving the other Earth.
Image I agree. Leaving the Festum and Jama Kingdom unchecked is dangerous, but frankly, since we don’t know where they’re based, we can’t launch an offensive. While we’re hesitating like this, Digald can attack our Earth again. I don’t know if we can squash them quickly, but it will help in defending this Earth.
Image That seems logical.
Image I agree.
Image Any objections?
Image I have one. Shouldn’t we focus on strengthening our Earth’s defenses against such an elusive enemy?
Image Soushi?
Image You’re so cold. Don’t you have any empathy?
Image Empathy? If you let yourself be swayed by such things, you’ll never make the right decisions.
Image …Are you really in middle school?
Image Soushi is correct. Considering the current situation on Earth, we certainly don’t have time to worry about others. However, I think it’s wrong as a human to not help those we can.
Image Fine. If that’s the consensus of the team, I’ll be quiet.
Image Then I’ll repeat our decision. We will go to the other Earth, stop Digald’s invasion, and save the suffering people.
Image Orb will defend Earth while we’re gone. Unless the enemy launches a full-scale attack, they’ll be able to keep the planet safe.
Image I’ll appeal to the PLANT Supreme Council for their assistance.
Image Aren’t you going to tell that old Alliance woman?
Image She’s gone MIA. However, her Human Army’s ultimate goal is to annihilate the Festum. I believe we can tolerate each other for the time being.
Image Now is the time for Naturals and Coordinators to stand together as Earthlings against the invaders.
Image What about you, Van? Are you going to run away once we reach Area Zi?
Image Even if I do, everyone will just follow me.
Image I feel like I have a good chance of encountering my brother again if I stick with you, Van.
Image As your friend, I can’t leave you alone. Besides, I have to stop Ray too!
Image And there you have it. There’s no chance I’ll be alone again. I might as well fight with you guys. You were planning to stop me anyway, weren’t you?
Image Well, yes. It’s easier to gather information while being part of this group. Plus, they have the necessary equipment so I don’t have to spend money on analysts. Of course, if necessary, I don’t mind acting alone.
Image I’ll join you too. At this rate, even Yapan will fall under their control.
Image Gain, what about the Exodus?
Image As a contractor, I’m reluctant to take on another job… But as long as Digald is running rampant, the Exodus cannot continue.
Image During the carnival, we made such a big fuss about arriving in Yapan. It seems many people actually believe we’ve made it to Yapan.
Image Why don’t you just end the Exodus and move to this world? I mean, you started the Exodus to find new land, right?
Image Japan and Yapan are close enough.
Image But…
Image If the citizens of Yapan’s Ceiling are satisfied, I think it’s fine. Building a new utopia in this land of scorched earth represents the pioneering spirit of the Exodus.
Image Besides, the fact that we were sent to Japan, or rather Yapan, might be fate.
Image I can’t accept that, but fine. Let’s come back to this discussion once Digald has been dealt with. Until then, the Exodus is on hold.
Image We have to defeat Digald before the people start to permanently settle here.
Image But isn’t it fine if they choose to live here? It means that everyone has accepted this place as Yapan.
Image But isn’t it wrong to settle on this Earth without permission?
Image This Earth is constantly under attack from invaders. If you’re okay with such a dangerous place, we’ll provide you with the minimum necessities to live.
Image Either way, the people will feel safer in this world.
Image So the Exodus isn’t moving for a while?
Image We’re leaving you with a large package for a while, so please take care of them.
Image Understood. Dr. Aoi, please look after them as a favor to our neighbors.
Image Got it.
Image Before we move on, what was the source of those hallucinations anyway?
Image The microwave generator that Kira’s group discovered was a device built out of an Overman’s Overcoat. It seems it was amplifying that Overman’s Overskill.
Image What’s an Overskill?
Image It’s the special ability that Gainer’s King Gainer has, right? Same with Gain’s… Um…
Image Emperanza, right? You should remember that.
Image Yeah, that. Does the Emperanza have one too?
Image It seems I’ll need to explain Overmen. Many of you might already know this, but Overkills are special abilities that all Overmen possess. There are Overskills that turn one invisible, ones that stop time, there’s even an Overskill that grants enough strength to flip over a city unit. My Emperanza’s Overskill is “gravity”.
Image So when fighting an Overman, it’s crucial to determine what kind of Overskill it has.
Image I had someone examine the documents found in Yapan’s Ceiling. It seems that the Overman who caused the hallucinations was called a Mexbrute. Its Overskill causes hallucinations in humans, which might also have affected our mental state.
Image So Edax is going to resort to such tricks. What a troublesome foe.
Image …
Image …
Image We’ll need to fight with more vigilance than ever before. Don’t forget that.
Image Everyone, please begin preparations for launch. Pilots, make sure you get some rest.

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[Digald Base, Command Center]
Image So you’re saying you saw Yapan’s Ceiling?
(Phone)
Image Yes! Yapan’s Ceiling was guarded by humanoid Zoids that I’ve never seen before!
Image Hmmm…
Image General Jiin, send me back to the other world! I’ll prove my worth by wiping out Yapan’s Ceiling and everyone else!
Image I’d love to, but I haven’t been able to contact Verini recently. Without her power, I can’t send troops to the other world.
Image Is that so… How unfortunate.
Image Invading the other world can wait until we’ve conquered this one.
Image As you wish.
Image More importantly, I want you to join the Zuri suppression force.
Image Zuri is a city that’s a hotbed of anti-Digald sentiment… If we can suppress them, the rebels will lose the will to resist us.
Image It’s as you say. I’ve put Souta in charge, but I’d like you to support him. Please head to Zuri immediately.
Image Diga!
Image By the way, was Zairin really in that other world?
Image Yes. It’s hard to believe, but he was. According to him, he was tracking a dragon-type Zoid and found himself in an unknown land.
Image Understood. I’d like to speak with him directly. Tell him to report to my location.
Image Diga!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Private Room]
Image So this is Princess Ana’s room, huh…
Image It’s a mountain of books and stuffed animals.
Image Oh, you all came!
Image I promised I’d come back and visit, didn’t I? And I thought it’d be more fun to invite more people… Did I go too far?
Image Not at all! I’m ecstatic!
Image Did you get more books?
Image I brought the book I left in Yapan’s Ceiling!
Image They all look interesting. Do you mind if I borrow a few of them?
Image It’s completely different from your room, Soushi. You don’t have anything in there…
Image Don’t be ridiculous. Remember? I had a bed, a sofa, a desk… There’s also a vending machine 11 steps from the door. It’s extremely convenient.
Image That’s… That’s not what I was talking about…
Image Hey, Soushi!
Image Oh, you’re Van’s guardian, Wendy. Perfect timing. I want to talk to you.
Image Is it about Van?
Image No. It’s about my sister, Tsubaki.
Image I wanted to talk about her too. Is she still onboard the ship?
Image …She’s been weak ever since she was born. She’s not even supposed to leave Alvis. If she doesn’t have a reason to leave, she’ll be with Dr. Toumi in the infirmary. If you want to go see her, feel free. It would make her happy.
Image Oh, thank you! Is that what you wanted to talk about?
Image She gave me a message to tell you. “I’m happy you’re my friend. Thank you”.
Image Huh? It’s not a problem… Is there anything else?
Image That’s all. I’m going to borrow some books now. I’ll find you if there’s anything else.
Image S-sure…
Image Good grief… He’s really bad at socializing.
Image Ah, I found a shoujo manga!
Image You can borrow it if you like. Please feel free.
Image Really? Yay!
Image Oh? A see a bunch of missing books…
Image I lent those books to Professor Sakon.
Image Athrun, what book is that in your hands?
Image Huh? Me?
Image “Dependable Captains for Dummies”? You’re still having a hard time even after coming here.
Image Look at this magazine. It has all the latest fashion trends in PLANT.
Image Wow. It’s all adorable.
Image This page has a feature on sweets. My recommendation is this cake. The slightly bitter taste gives it a sophisticated feel.
Image It looks delicious, but I’ll gain weight if I eat too much… I’ll just admire it from afar.
Mey !
Image You’re right… Dang…
Image Meyrin, dieting isn’t something you can finish in a day! Keep up the good work!
Image Y-yeah… When you say it, it sounds convincing…
[The door opens]
Image It’s quite lively here, isn’t it?
Image Oh, Rei Mii! I’m so glad you came to visit!
Image W-what are you talking about!? I just came to see what all the commotion was about!
Image Sorry. Seems we got too noisy. My apologies, Princess Ana.
Image I don’t mind at all, Kira. In fact, I’m happy. If everyone could get along like this, we wouldn’t have to fight so much.
Image That’s true…
Image Hey, Kazuki. Making memories is important, right?
Image Hmm?
Image If we have to fight the Festum all by ourselves, I think it would be a daily battle. When you’re constantly fighting like that, you become afraid of making memories, right? But without memories, you lose yourself once the fighting is over… That’s why you end up wanting to keep fighting. I don’t want you to end up like that, Kazuki. Don’t let yourself be consumed by fighting. Right now, your place is here. This unit isn’t just about fighting, so I think it’ll be okay, but I’ll never forget who you were before this whole Fafner business started…
Image You cherish memories for everyone, even those who are gone… That’s why I feel safe with you.
Image R-really?
Image It’s okay. I won’t forget about where I belong, Tatsumiya Island, and everyone…
Image Yeah…

Image Naoto, you came here too?
Image Yeah. I wanted to get to know everyone a little. I’m not a combatant, so I don’t really get a lot of chances to talk to most of you.
Image That’s a good attitude. Don’t worry, you’ll be friends with everyone soon enough.
Image We’ll make Naoto our little brother!
Image Oh, it’s everyone from the crab tank.
Image Hey Mira.
Image Naoto, call us your big bros!
Image Uh, okay… Big bros…
Image I knew you’d get it! All right! From now on, we’re a four-person trio!
Image A trio isn’t four people…
Image See, you’ve made friends already. I’m envious. I can’t seem to fit in with everyone like I used to. I’ve been going back and forth between the infirmary and the simulator. I do end up talking to Goh, Anna, Chizuru, and Tsubaki a lot, though…
Image Mira, why don’t you become our little sister too? We haven’t had much screen time lately…
Image Don’t get carried away!
[Puria punches them]
Image Whoa! Sis!
Image Honestly, I wondered why you were talking to Naoto and Mira.
Image Don’t get angry. I don’t mind being asked to be their younger sister.
Image No. I know these chuckleheads. They’ll probably turn Naoto into their errand boy or punching bag, or parade you around to get attention. That’s the kind of scheme they’ll come up with, right? Hey!
Image I’m sorry!
Image I know. Still, I’ll be your younger brother.
Image What?
Image Are you sure?
Image Yeah. If that’s what it takes to help everyone and Daiya… I’ll do my best to be your younger brother!
Image Honestly, it’s pointless to stop you… As long as you know what you’re getting yourself into… Yanma, Haccho, Bubi, you better take good care of him!
Image Aye aye, ma’am!
Image Looking forward to it, big bros.
Image That kid found his place… Where do I belong?

[Some time later]
Image I’m sorry, even though we’re about to depart…
Image No, we’re the ones who should apologize for showing up in such a large group.
Image But thanks to this, I was able to talk to people I don’t normally talk to.
Image You got along with everyone, right, Canon?
Image …You could have just ordered me to…
Image Baby steps.
Image These kinds of rest periods are nice, aren’t they?
Image It’s all thanks to Ruuji and Princess Ana.
Image It’s almost time. See you later, Princess Ana.
Image Next time, let’s have a dance party.
Image A Siberian-style standing buffet party might be good too!
Image I’m looking forward to it!
[Everyone else leaves]
Image Thank you, everyone…
Image I know they haven’t technically left, but I feel a little sad…
Image The pilots are going through a rough time, aren’t they? We have to help them however we can!
Image You’re right. I’ll start organizing a party to show Professor Sakon our appreciation.
Image Yeah. He’s still working non-stop. I hope he’s all right…

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[Daiku-Maryu, Hangar]
Image We’re finally going back to our Earth!
Image I wonder how Mirodo Village is holding up… Are Dad and Faaji doing okay?
Image Speaking of which, we haven’t made any progress in looking for a Generator craftsman…
Image We’ve been so busy fighting, we haven’t had time for anything else.
Image I’m sorry I haven’t been able to keep my promise.
Image It’s all right. Right now, protecting both Earths is more important. Besides, even if something happened to Mirodo Village, Dad would guide everyone properly.
Image Ruuji…
Image (He says that, but he must be hurting inside…)
Image Another Earth, huh… I still can’t believe we’re going to a place like that.
Image We’ve barely even left Tatsumiya Island, and now we’re suddenly going to another world…
Image M-my hands have been shaking this whole time…
Image H-how pathetic! Are you even a man!?
Image Sakura, your voice cracked.
Image N-no it didn’t!
[Door opens]
Image You seem nervous, Fafner pilots.
Image Saruwatari!
Image There’s nothing to worry about. Even though it’s another Earth, it’s not that different from our own.
Image R-really?
Image By the way, I’ve been curious about it for a while. Mamoru, what’s that mask you wear during combat?
Image You haven’t heard of Gobine!? It’s a super popular manga by Anko Ootsubu.
Image Gobine… Never heard of it. What about you, Gocchin?
Image Of course I’ve heard of it. I loved reading it when I was a kid.
Image I’ve read it too. I used to get in a lot of trouble whenever I get hurt playing pretend Gobine. Back then, I never dreamed that I would actually be piloting a robot.
Image I’m so happy there are more Gobine fans! I loved the fourth chapter of volume 5! I cry every time I read it!
Image I’ve only read up to volume 3.
Image Huh? Didn’t Gobine self-destruct at the end of volume 3, taking the boss with him?
Image He miraculously revives in chapter 1 of volume 4! The revived Gobine becomes even stronger and plays a much larger role!
Image Really now…
Image (There was a fourth volume? I mean, it’s reasonable for a manga to make it big after it finishes and get a continuation, but I would have heard about it… I guess it’s a kids mecha manga after all…)
Image …So the new rival that appears in the fourth volume is… Saruwatari! Are you listening to me?
Image Ah, sorry. My mind drifted.
Image Come on! If you’re a Gobine fan, let’s talk about it!
Image Hehe… Mamoru, you really love Gobine, don’t you?
Image Of course! Gobine is the textbook of my life! That’s right! Next time we go to Tatsumiya, I’ll show it to you.
[Alarm]
Image Attention all pilots. The Daiku-Maryu is about to depart for the other Earth. We’ll be traveling through a gate, so there shouldn’t be any problems. Just in case, please be ready for combat at any time.
Image All right, break time is over! Everyone, to your posts!
Image Roger!
Image Saruwatari, Kenji, let’s talk about Gobine later!
Image Ah, sure. If I have time…

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image Coordinates are set. If I’m right, we should end up near Halayard.
Image Roger!
Image Archangel! Eternal! Are you ready?
Image We’re ready to go!
(Phone)
Image We’re also ready.
(Phone)
Image Gate, generate!
[A bright flash of light]
Image We’ve confirmed the appearance of a gate ahead!
Image Daiku-Maryu, launch!
Image Archangel, launch!
Image Eternal, Launch!
[Bright lights and teleporting sounds]

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image We’ve passed through the gate!
Image I recognize this place. This is Area Zi.
Image We’ve finally come home!
Image The Archangel has also safely passed through the gate.
Image The Eternal is also fine. Cagalli, what’s the plan now?
Image We’ll consult Ra Kan about Area Zi and Digald. Ra Kan, your thoughts?
Image Representative Athha, could you please start heading towards Halayard? I want to meet Lord Hala, the ruler of the territory, and hear about the current state of the world.
Image Wait. Area Zi, Siberia, and all major cities and villages in them have been occupied by Digald. We shouldn’t approach carelessly.
Image W-what!?
Image In that case, I know a guy who’s conducting anti-Digald guerrilla activities near Mt. Lament near Halayard.
Image Guerrillas?
Image Guerrillas. If we meet him, I think we’ll be able to learn more about the current situation.
Image (I don’t really want to meet him, but I should just keep that to myself…)
Image Then let’s make contact with the guerrillas. Our target is Mt. Lament! Everyone, let’s go!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image Um, I think it’s around here…
Image Hey! You don’t know the location?
Image I’ve heard their hideout is here, but I’ve never actually been here before…
Image What?
[Beeping]
Image Numerous heat signatures detected in the surrounding area!
Image Look over there! Zoids!
Image They’re over there too!
Image We’re surrounded!
Image Hey! What are we going to do about this!?
Image Are there any gorilla-type zoids?
Image I see one over on the starboard side.
Image That’s the guerrilla leader. I’ll go meet with him!
[Kotona runs out]
Image Hey, Kotona!
Image We have no choice but to leave it to Kotona for now. Let’s just wait.

[Some time later]
Image I can’t wait any longer! I’m going out too!
Image You can’t wait? It hasn’t even been five minutes yet.
Image She’s negotiating with the guerrilla leader. We shouldn’t mess things up.
[Door opens]
Image Sorry for the wait! They said they’ll meet with us! Come on, let’s go!
Image That was fast.
Image They’ve been inviting me to join for a while now. So I finally accepted and they’ll welcome us in return.
Image I see…
Image Let’s just go already!

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[Mt. Lament, Guerrilla’s Base]
Image Let me introduce you. This is Garaga, the leader of the guerrillas.
Image I’m Thunder Garaga. Nice to meet you!
(Thunder Garaga. Zoids. CV: Kenta Miyake)
Image Hey, Garaga, is it true that Digald is attacking places outside of Area Zi?
Image Come on, Kotona. You didn’t know that?
Image I’ve been far away with these guys. I only just returned to Area Zi.
Image Is that so… Well, the rumors about Digald going outside of Area Zi are true. I don’t know how, but they found a way to overcome the Mountain of Death’s storms. They’ve started invading the world beyond the mountains. Of course, they’ve accelerated their control over Area Zi. We’re desperately trying to fight back against them!
Image See? I told you they were attacking Siberia.
Image No one doubted you, we just need to confirm.
Image Hey, Garaga! Give me a hand!
(Ron Mangan. Zoids. CV: Kissho Taniyama)
Image What’s up, Ron?
Image I picked up an injured person on the way back here.
Image An injured person?
Image Ugh…
Image Dang, that wound looks like it hurts.
Image We have to treat him now!
Image Kotona! Why are you here? And who are these people?
Image We’ll talk about that later. Right now, treating the injured is more important.
Image You got that right. Garaga, lay this man down there. I’ll go get the medicine.
Image Got it!
Image Ugh… Are you the guerrillas?
Image Yep, we are. I’m Garaga, the leader.
Image I’m so glad I found you… Please, I beg you, save Zuri…
Image Zuri?
Image What? Did you just say Zuri?
Image Digald is…attacking Zuri! Ah, aren’t you… Lord Ra Kan!?
Image !!
Image …
Image Lord?
Image Please… Lord Ra Kan… Save Zuri… I know…you…
Image …He’s dead.
Image We didn’t make it in time. How unfortunate…
Image He risked his life to beg for help… Poor soul…
Image So he came from Zuri.
Image There was a heavily damaged Baratz nearby. I think he was desperately trying to escape.
Image He called Ra Kan “Lord”...
Image Ra Kan, did you know him?
Image No, not personally.
Image But he seemed to know you.
Image …
Image Ra Kan?
Image Uncle, Zuri is under attack! We have to go help!
Image Zuri is the city where people who were driven out of their homes by Digald ended up. It’s the last haven, so to speak. If they take over Zuri, then Area Zi will be entirely under their control.
Image We can’t let that happen! Let’s go and help them!
Image …
Image This isn’t the time to hesitate! Let’s go to Zuri! Uncle!
Image Cagalli, Lacus, I’ll explain the details later, but Zuri is a place important to me. Could you please lend me your strength?
Image Of course!
Image Didn’t we come here to protect this world from Digald?
Image Thank you! I must also take the messenger who risked his life back to Zuri and give him a proper burial.
Image If that’s decided, then let’s go already! To this Zuri place!
Image Garaga, I would also like to ask for your help. Would you come to Zuri with us?
Image Yeah! I’d be happy to help if it means kicking some Digald ass! Right, Ron?
Image Of course. I look forward to working with you, Ra Kan.
Image (I’m also very curious about who these people are…)
Image We’re coming, so please wait for us…

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Chapter 23: Assemble! Digald Suppression Army

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Image No matter how many times you ask, the answer will be the same! Zuri will never surrender to Digald!
(Da Jin. Zoids. CV: Yasutsugu Ishii)
Image What a fool. Just because your defenses are strong, you’re getting cocky. The city will be wiped out in an instant when my Bio Kentaro attacks.
(Souta. Zoids. CV: Hukami Yumi)

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Deploy the troops!

Super Robot Wars K - Nighthawk’s Dream

Image Hold it, you bastards!
Image We won’t let you take a single step inside Zuri!
Image Who are you? Are you getting in my way?
Image Ah, that Sword Wolf… Sir, no, Lord Ra Kan! You’ve come to help Zuri!
Image Jin, I cannot let Zuri fall into Digald’s clutches. I will fight!
Image Lord Ra Kan!
Image (What does he mean by “Lord Ra Kan”?)
Image Those are the same Bio Zoids that appeared near Yapan’s Ceiling!
Image I’ve checked the combat data. The fact that half-hearted attacks won’t work is honestly annoying.
Image Then we’ll just have to go all out!
Image Ruuji, Ra Kan, please take the lead on this attack.
Image I’ll do my best!
Image Against those guys, only Lio weapons are effective.
Image All right! Let’s go, everyone!
Image You’re not the one giving orders!

First up, the new units!

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[GAT-X105E Strike Noir Gundam]
Locked to Sven, it’s a very efficient mid-to-close range MS. It boasts high mobility, great terrain ranks, and VPS armor to deal with physical attacks. Its main feature is that it uses almost no EN except for its best attack, a 1-ranged combo melee attack that pierces barriers. You’ll want to get in close to do the most damage, but its 2-6 ranged guns help a lot with counterattacking.

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[Rush Rod]
A bulky Overman. Once its pilot hits 130 morale, it gains a bunshin, which increases its survivability even further. However, it has the worst mobility of all Overmen and its attacks are all close ranged. Its Bellows attack does inflict an Attack Down debuff, which can be useful. Also, its best attack, despite being 1 range, is completely free.

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[Dorbeck]
It’s just like the Panther, but with a resupply module instead. Its best attack reduces the enemy’s morale, which can be very useful.

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[Deadly Kong]
A bulky and powerful close ranged Zoid. Its main weakness is that it has a really difficult time hitting flying units, so give him a flight part if you really want to use him. The Deadly Kong gains some very powerful weapons later in the game, so keep that in mind. Its ultimate attack, obtained in chapter 27B, is one of the strongest non-combo attacks in the game.

Image Now that Thunder Garaga has come to the rescue, you can relax! Deadly Kong, let’s go wreak some havoc!

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[Bamburian]
A long-ranged artillery panda-type Zoid. We won’t keep the Bamburian in this current form for long, but if you need to obliterate a Bio Zoid at a distance, its 2-7 range attack is a Lio weapon. Just watch its low ammo count and either give Ron the B-Save skill or prepare some cartridges. It also has a MAP, which can be very useful. Great to team up with other snipers like the Emperanza or Mark Sieben.

Image Zuri is a fortress city boasting impenetrable defenses. Even the Digald Empire would find it difficult to conquer this place…

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The first boss of this stage is Souta in his Bio Kentro. Don’t forget that Bio Zoids take less damage from non-Lio attacks, which thankfully the new Zoids have. This isn’t strictly necessary for the grunts, but make sure you’re aware of this before you start fighting Souta.

There’s a plot event that happens at the start of the next turn.

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Image They’re already in combat, huh…
Image Major General Georg!? Why are you here?
Image General Jiin ordered me to help you.
Image Help? I don’t need that!
Image That’s not what I’m seeing.
Image Georg, stay out of my way! Just watch from over there!
Image I refuse. This is a direct order from General Jiin. Wait, that Sword Wolf… Is that Ra Kan!? That bastard has returned to Zuri!
Image Georg, what are you muttering?
Image I’m not going to help you, Souta.
Image Huh?
Image I’ve found the enemy I’ve been chasing! I don’t have time to help you!
Image I don’t care what you do! I didn’t need your help in the first place!
Image (Ra Kan, I’ll settle things with you today!)
Image It looks like enemy reinforcements have arrived. Is that another large Bio Zoid? This is so annoying…
Image It doesn’t matter who comes out! I’ll blow them away with my Deadly Kong!
Image The leader of the reinforcements is the same Zoid from before!
Image Then we should fight him the same way!
Image Be careful, everyone!

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Georg is back again in his Bio Tricera. Fight him as you did before, but now we have Lio weapons to deal more damage.

Next, the generic first-time-battle quotes.

Image What are they doing by helping Digald out? Why don’t they attack us themselves!?

Image Is Digald trying to grow their power even more? What if Mirodo Village has been occupied already?
Image Don’t hesitate, Ruuji. Focus on the enemy in front of you!
Image Yes sir!

Image Uncle Jin, wait for me! I’ll chase Digald away myself!

Image Ra Kan’s reaction when he heard the name Zuri… And why are people calling him Lord? I have to defeat the enemy quickly and find out the truth!

Image To think I would return to Zuri right after returning to Area Zi… Is this truly my destiny?

And finally, the boss dialogues!

Image The head of that dragon-type Zoid turned into a humanoid Zoid!? Never seen that before!
Image Gaiking isn’t a Zoid! It’s the Flame Giant! Remember that!

Image Another new Bio Zoid!? How many more are there!?
Image A liger-type, huh… With that Zi Metal sword attached, will it at least give me some entertainment?

Image I’m surprised a girl like you is riding such a large Zoid. You should go home before you get hurt.
Image You’re not that much older than me! I’ll show you the power of my father’s Lanstag!

Image A flying Zoid? Against a regular Zoid, you might have an advantage, but that won’t work against the Bio Kentro!
Image Don’t say it won’t work until you’ve seen my piloting skills! Let’s go, Rainbow Jerk!

Image You’re Ra Kan, aren’t you? I’ve heard rumors about you. I’ll defeat you and make General Jiin happy!
Image I’ve found a new purpose. Until I fulfill it, I cannot be defeated!

Image All brawn and no brains, as all gorilla-types usually are. You’re no match for my Bio Kentro!
Image Shut up! That’s my line! I can defeat a Zoid piloted by a kid like you while yawning!

Image Two large swords… This new model seems to be good at close combat. What’s the most efficient way to fight it…
Image I’ll slice you to ribbons so fast, you won’t have time to think!

Image The pilot of that Zoid is a boy about my age!
Image Kazuki, don’t have any sympathy for the enemy. If you don’t fight, you’ll die!
Image It’s not sympathy I feel! I’m just thinking that in every world, there are children who are burdened with the fate of fighting…
Image That’s the definition of sympathy!
Image Hey! Why are you talking to yourself? You’re creepy!

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Image What!? The Kentro’s movements are sluggish! Did I take too much damage!?
Image That new Bio Zoid’s movements are strange… This is our chance to finish it off! Go!

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Image What? He deflected my Lio Sword!?
Image Heh… A Metal Zi greatsword, eh? You can’t defeat the Bio Kentro with something like that!
Image I can’t defeat him unless I get past those two swords… What should I do?
Image Now it’s my… Dammit! It’s still not moving the way I want it to! I can’t fight like this! I’m retreating for now! Remember this!

Image The Siberian Railway is evil, but that doesn’t mean that the people fighting them are on the side of justice!
Image Justice? That word doesn’t fit Digald.

Image A vengeful old man burning with the desire to kill Ra Kan, huh… I feel a sense of fondness for you, even though you’re my enemy.
Image I don’t know who you are, but it grosses me out to be associated with another man like that!
Image Don’t make me think about us both being men! I’m starting to feel grossed out too…

Image I was wondering where you vanished to, but here you are, back at Zuri! I won’t let you escape this time, Ra Kan!
Image Who are you!?
Image This will be your grave. Feel the power of my Bio Tricera!

Image Why is that gorilla-type Zoid wearing a bandage on its left arm? Is it hiding some kind of weapon?
Image Whoa. Don’t ask questions like that unless you want to die!

Image That’s a truly dangerous Bio Zoid thanks to those horns… It’d probably hurt a lot if I got stabbed by them.
Image As you wish, I’ll impale you. Don’t move!
Image Hard pass. I only have one life, after all.

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Image Dammit! I’ve been outmaneuvered again! This was supposed to be my chance to defeat Ra Kan! Oh well. At least I’ve confirmed that he’s returned to Zuri, so it’s not a complete loss. Ra Kan… When we meet again, I’ll kill you!

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image ALL RIGHT! This is our victory!
Image Uncle, we protected Zuri!
Image Yeah. Thank you, everyone. I’m truly grateful!
Image Lord Ra Kan! Please come inside! Everyone has been eagerly awaiting your return!
Image …
Image Uncle…
Image Um… Ra Kan. Why are they calling your Lord?
Image You see…
[Beeping]
Image Watch out! I’ve detected a spatial distortion! A gate is opening!
Image What!?

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Image Ah! That’s…
Image Those are mechs that attacked Bezard! Wait… There’s one I don’t recognize! Is that their Commander!?
Image What!?
Image You assholes! How dare you interfere with my plans!
Image Who are you!?
Image My name is Verini, the shadow ruler of this planet!
Image W-what!? Shadow ruler!?
Image Shouldn’t that sort of thing be a secret?
Image It’s fine. You’re all about to die here anyway!
Image Don’t be ridiculous! We won’t be killed so easily!
Image That’s right! I don’t know who you are, but you have a big mouth!
(Cut here between routes)
Image Hey, you! Where’s Rem!? Give Rem back!
Image Who’s that? What nonsense are you talking about?
Image That jerk named Gazum! Where are they!?
Image Gazum? Of course you had to mention that prick… I lost a lot because of him!
Image Huh? You’re the one talking nonsense now!
Image But it’s not like he created that rift on purpose… I guess I shouldn’t yell at him. So instead, I’ll take my anger out on you!
Image Verini! Do you know a guy named Gazum!?
Image Gazum? Of course you had to mention that prick…
Image Where’s Gazum!? Tell me!
Image Why should I tell you!? Don’t mess with me! Besides, I lost a lot thanks to him!
Image What are you talking about?
Image But it’s not like he created that rift on purpose… I guess I shouldn’t yell at him. So instead, I’ll take my anger out on you!
Image I don’t know what’s going on, but this seems really bad.
Image Now, let the massacre begin! Prepare yourselves!
Image What do you mean taking it out on us? What do you mean massacre!? Don’t mess with me!
Image Oh? Now that I look closely, isn’t that a Revrius?
Image Huh?
Image It’s because of you that Ispail died, right? How pathetic.
Image Shut up! Who gives a crap about Ispail! Where is Gazum!? Tell me!
Image I’ll tell you if you can beat me. Come on, little boy!
Image You’re underestimating me! Here I come!
Image Wait! Don’t charge in without a plan!

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Super Robot Wars K - Edax

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Image Uwaaaaah!

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Image Now it’s my turn! I’ll defeat you and take Rem back!
Image I told you, I don’t know anyone named Rem!
Image Now it’s my turn! I’ll defeat you and force you to tell me where Gazum is!
Image You think you can beat me? That’s hilarious!
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(Just replace Sheldia with Angelica on the other route)
Image Kyaaa!
Image SHELDIA!
Image Kyaaa!
Image ANGELICA!
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Image She was defeated…
Image No way…
Image How dare you damage my mech, you impudent wench! You probably survived that, didn’t you? I’ll finish you off!
Image OH NO YOU DON’T!!
[The screen flashes green]
Image W-what the!?
Image UUUOOOOOOHHHHHH!!
Super Robot Wars K - Active Mind

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Image What incredible power! So this is the power that Ispail was after! Fine then. I’ll retreat for now. I can’t believe you damaged my mech… I’ll remember this!
[Verini and her posse leave]
Image Who was that?
Image Another member of Edax, I presume. Unlike Ispail’s mech, that one was strangely biological.
Image It’s not like a new enemy organization appeared or anything. It’s nothing to worry about. However…
Image Sheldia! Are you okay!? Sheldia!
Image Angelica! Are you okay!? Angelica!
Image This is bad! I’m not getting a response! Captain Ramius, please prepare the infirmary!
Image Understood. Quickly, bring her in!
Image Roger!
[Mist leaves]
Image Lord Ra Kan, who was that enemy?
Image The true enemy lurking behind Digald.
Image The true enemy?
Image Don’t worry about them. Right now, we need to defeat Digald.
Image Lord Ra Kan, have you made the decision to fight Digald?
Image …Yes. That’s why I’ve returned to Zuri.
Image I’m so overjoyed! Lord Ra Kan and companions, please come into the city. You are most welcomed!
Image Hey! You better prepare a victory feast for us!
Image Of course!
Image You’re so presumptuous, Garaga…
Image Everyone, please join me in Zuri.

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[Zuri, City Center]
Image It’s been too long, Lord Ra Kan.
Image Have you been well, Da Jin?
Image As I get older, things start to break down here and there, but don’t worry. The young ones are still no match for me!
Image Ra Kan, who’s this?
Image This is Da Jin, the former chief retainer of the Kida Kingdom.
Image Kida Kingdom?
Image It’s a long story I’ll tell later. Jin, these young ladies are our leaders, Cagalli Yula Athha and Lacus Clyne. Those behind them are my comrades who fight alongside me.
Image It’s a pleasure to meet you.
Image Likewise, Da Jin.
Image These young ladies are the leaders? Not you, Lord Ra Kan?
Image They’re in positions of power, governing nations on the planet Earth. I can’t even begin to compare to them.
Image That’s surprising… By the way, Lord Ra Kan, where’s Ladi Mii?
Image I’m right here, Uncle Jin!
Image Princess! You’ve become so beautiful. You’re looking more and more like your mother.
Image Ra-Kan is a lord and Mii is a princess? What’s going on?
Image Is Ra Kan really that important?
Image I’ll talk in detail about that once we get to the castle.
Image Everyone, please follow me.

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[Archangel, Infirmary]
(Angelica’s Route)
Image How is she, Doctor? How’s Sheldia?
Image Her injuries aren’t too serious, but she’s emotionally fragile. She seems deeply troubled by what happened to her sister.
Image Can I see her?
Image She doesn’t want to see anyone right now. Not even you.
Image No way!
[The door opens]
Image Mist, how’s Sheldia?
Image Her injuries are fine, but she’s emotionally unstable. She doesn’t even want to see me…
Image She’s worried about her sister, isn’t she?
Image Yeah. I think she was pushing herself too hard so as not to worry us…
Image I see… By the way, Mist, I know this is bad timing, but Murdoch wants to see you in the hangar.
Image Murdoch does? Okay, I’ll head right over.

(Sheldia’s Route)
Image How is she, Doctor? How’s Angelica?
Image Her injuries aren’t too serious, but she’s emotionally fragile. She seems deeply troubled by what happened to her father.
Image Can I see her?
Image She doesn’t want to see anyone right now. Not even you.
Image No way!
[The door opens]
Image Mist, how’s Angelica doing?
Image Her injuries are fine, but she’s emotionally unstable. She doesn’t even want to see me…
Image She’s worried about her father, isn’t she?
Image Yeah. I think she was pushing herself too hard so as not to worry us.
Image I see… By the way, Mist, I know this is bad timing, but Murdoch wants to see you in the hangar.
Image Murdoch does? Okay, I’ll head right over.

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image Huh!? Ra Kan was the ruler of the Kida Kingdom!?
Image So that’s why they called him Lord…
Image Mii is his niece, which makes her a princess, eh?
Image I’m surprised that she’s a princess too! I mean, she’s such a tomboy…
Image You shouldn’t say such things, Lioubov. I’m quite a tomboy myself, aren’t I?
Image I wouldn’t go that far…
Image (I think she’s quite a tomboy already…)
Image Um… He said Kingdom, right?
Image Kenji, do you not know what a kingdom is?
Image Ugh, shut up! The meaning might be different between Earths, right?
Image I’m referring to a collection of villages and towns that come together to form a community. The Kida Kingdom wasn’t large, but it was prosperous with abundant agriculture.
Image Was?
Image Several years ago, silver Zoids descended upon us.
Image The Digald Empire?
Image At the time, they were calling themselves the Digald Principality. Their ruler demanded my surrender. I hesitated because Kida was home to a large number of Zoids. If we fought, we might have won.
Image Did you fight?
Image No. Fearing Digald, who possessed technology I had never seen before, I chose to flee this land with a few of my closest retainers. That was the biggest mistake of my life.
Image How so?
Image Emboldened for conquering Kida without a drop of blood, Digald attacked the surrounding countries and cities one after another. As they continued their invasion, they only became more and more powerful.
Image And now, they’re attacking Siberia!
Image In hindsight, if I chose to attack, even if we didn’t win, I don’t think Digald’s current tyranny would have existed. My cowardly and hesitant attitude allowed Digald to become arrogant.
Image Uncle…

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[Archangel, Hangar]
(Angelica’s Route)
Image Murdoch, you called for me?
Image Yeah. Actually, I wanted to talk to you about Sheldia’s mech.
Image Don’t tell me it’s beyond repair.
Image Nah. It is heavily damaged, but based on where it was hit, we can definitely repair it.
Image Thank goodness… So, what did you want to talk about?
Image Sheldia and Angelica’s mechs are slightly different internally, correct?
Image Yeah. I happened to have a mech sent with me when I was teleported to Bezard. I modified it using Bezardian tech to get it working again, though only barely.
Image I see. So that’s why there’s a lot of different parts.
Image Yeah. It’s a miracle it even started working.
Image I see… By the way, do you have any experience as a mechanic?
Image No. I can do emergency repairs, but nothing serious.
Image That makes sense…
Image Hmm?
Image You made some pretty bizarre modifications. It’s a miracle that it hasn’t blown itself up!
Image R-really?
Image Professor Sakon told me that Sheldia might be able to unlock the true power of the “God’s Stone”, or rather, the Crystal Heart’s barrier. Once I’m done with it, the Selius II will be reborn.
Image Reborn?
Image Yeah. Just leave it to me. Just take care of her.
Image Okay.
Image (Sheldia, I’ll make sure your heart recovers completely!)
Image (Mist…)

(Sheldia’s Route)
Image Murdoch, you called for me?
Image Yeah. Actually, I wanted to talk to you about Sheldia’s mech.
Image Don’t tell me it’s beyond repair.
Image Nah. It is heavily damaged, but based on where it was hit, we can definitely repair it.
Image Thank goodness… So, what did you want to talk about?
Image I was thinking of overhauling the Selius.
Image Hmm? Why?
Image Professor Sakon said that, as she is now, she should be able to use the Crystal Heart’s barrier. I just want to make a few adjustments just in case it goes out of control like it did. There’s no problem with that, is there?
Image No problem at all! She’ll be happy about that!
Image Great. Just leave all the work to me! Just make sure you take good care of her.
Image (Angelica, I’ll make sure your heart recovers completely!)
Image (Mist…)

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image So Zuri was built on Ra Kan’s orders?
Image Yes. When Lord Ra Kan decided to embark on his journey, he ordered us, his closest retainers, to make this city prosperous while awaiting his return.
Image I felt I wasn’t worthy to fight Digald. So I traveled the world and saw what Digald was doing, and the overall state of things.
Image (Uncle…)
Image They’ve invaded various regions with their overwhelming power. Using their military as a shield, they force the citizens into submission, robbing them of their lives and smiles. Because of Digald, the world is about to be covered in darkness!
Image Damn straight!
Image Furthermore, Digald expanded its reach to Siberia. They’re even starting to invade an entirely different Earth. We can no longer overlook them!
Image Ra Kan…
Image Digald is an enemy that must be defeated! I’ve gathered comrades with anti-Digald sentiments in this city, and I will raise an army to defeat Digald! I will create a world where everyone can live with a smile on their face!
Image My lord!
Image Uncle!
Image How moving…
Image I’m starting to tear up! Uwaaah!
Image Same here, Kenji!
Image Ruuji. It seems my promise will have to be put on hold. Is that all right?
Image It’s fine. I’m moved by your words. Even if the Generator is fixed, as long as Digald exists, the villagers will never live in peace!
Image Thank you, Ruuji. I’ll explain the situation to Mirodo Village later.
Image Okay.
Image All right! From today on, we’re guerrillas no longer! We’re the Digald Suppression Army!
Image We’ll also help in dealing with Digald in order to protect both of our worlds. Any objections, Lacus?
Image None!
Image I swear it here and now! We will dispel the darkness and bring dawn to this world! We will defeat the Digald Empire!
Image YEAAAAAAAAAAAH!
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Squad time! We’ve got 15+6 deployment slots to work with. My solos are Lacus, Garaga, Shinn, Kira, Kazuki, Cagalli, Sven, Rei Mii, Gainer, Mist, Van, Sheldia, and Sayaka. My pairs are Daiya/Lee, Roll/Selene, Koji/Yagyuu, Sara/Chief, Gain/Maya, Goh/Anna, Kenji/Kyo, and Hiroshi/Miwa. Mandatory deployments are Gainer, Gain, Sara, Van, Mist, and Sheldia/Angelica. You cannot deploy Kotona, Ra Kan, or Ruuji during this mission.

Make sure you give Gainer a barrier part and/or armor parts. He’ll need it. This stage took me a few tries to beat.

Last time, Ra Kan returned to his people and formed the Digald Suppression Army.

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image From this moment forward, we will start our actions as the Digald Suppression Army. However, we’re not the only ones fighting Digald in this world. I intend to send a call to arms to likeminded individuals.
Image What’s a call to arms?
Image You don’t even know that?
Image I don’t know either…
Image Am I supposed to know?
Image What Ra Kan means is that he’s going to draft a letter, more of a manifesto really. Its intent is to express his determination to fight Digald and for others to rise up and join him.
Image To fight Digald together!
Image So that’s what that means.
Image Here’s a list of anti-Digald organizations in various regions that I have seen or heard about during my travels. I would like you to divide these up and deliver the letters to them.
Image Sounds simple enough!
Image I can fly there in no time!
Image It would take many days if we traveled by Zoid, but with your flying machines, you can get there much faster.
Image While we’re at it, why don’t we send these to Siberia too? There are many people there who are suffering from Digald’s invasion.
Image That’s right! Those old guys in Gloria will surely help us!
Image Gloria, eh… I wonder if Priscilla will fight with us too.
Image The more allies we have, the better. If you have any leads, why don’t you reach out to them?
Image Let’s do that. I’m sorry to keep relying on you, but I really appreciate your help.
Image Please raise your head. We’re comrades fighting to save this world.
Image Thank you, Lacus.
Image Let me help too! My Liger can’t fly, but I can fight with the guerrillas.
Image No. I have another task for you.
Image Hmm?
Image You’ve gained considerable combat experience, but your movements are too inefficient, like a novice.
Image You’re not wrong…
Image We’re not reprimanding you, Ruuji.
Image Your Murasame Liger is a valuable asset thanks to its Lio sword. We still need you. Therefore, we’re going to give you special training to become a true Zoid pilot.
Image Special training?
Image I know someone who’s called the strongest Zoid pilot in history. We’re going to have him train you.
Image Who’s this “strongest Zoid pilot in history”!?
Image His name is Seijuurou. You haven’t heard of him?
Image His name sounds strong!
Image I heard from a friend of Ron’s that Seijuurou lives near Sakusa Village. I’ll take Ruuji and the Murasame Liger there.
Image Will you let me join you on the Rainbow Jerk too, Kotona? I want to go with you and ask him to look after Ruuji.
Image Sure.
Image Well then, I’ll ask my buddies to prepare some upgrades for Sword Wolf and Lanstag.
Image My Lord, please prepare the proclamation immediately! Lord Ruuji, can you write?
Image Yes!
Image Then assist him. If the two of you write together, you’ll be finished by morning.
Image There’s no need to write everything by hand.
Image Let me know when one copy is finished. I can make the necessary amount of copies.
Image Copies?
Image We have a machine that can duplicate documents. It’ll only take a few minutes.
Image Such a convenient tool exists!?
Image Let’s get started.
Image My Lord!
Image …Sorry, but this is where we part ways.
Image Huh?
Image I’m after The Claw. There’s no reason for me to stick around with you guys any longer.
Image Hey, Van! Why are you saying that after we’ve all resolved to defeat Digald!? Besides, you said there was no point in you leaving, so you’d fight with us!
Image That was just a momentary lapse in judgement! There was never any reason for me to fight with you guys in the first place! I’ll search for The Claw on my own! This is goodbye!
Image Van, why are you getting shy now?
Image Excuse me?
Image You tend to hide your feelings once you start getting close to others. I didn’t realize it until Maya pointed it out.
Image Tch… You keep repeating Elena’s words… What kind of long conversation are you dragging me into!?
Image Van, I need you to stay with us.
Image Why!?
Image Hey, Cagalli. Could I go off on a litter errand for a few days? I’ll help deliver the manifestos, of course, but there’s something I want to look into while we’re here. I’m not a pilot, so it shouldn’t be a problem, right?
Image I mean…
Image Hey! Don’t change the subject! What is all this about!?
Image I want to look into The Claw. If I find anything, It’d be a problem if I couldn’t find you, right? That’s why I want you to stay with these guys.
Image You have information about The Claw!?
Image You know those coordinates I got from Zonnet a while ago? I want to see what that’s all about. I think there might be something related to The Claw there.
Image Then take me with you! Maybe The Claw will be there!
Image This is just a guess, so it might be a pointless trip. Until I confirm it, I want you to stay here. I should know for sure in a few days. You can wait that long, right? A few days is nothing compared to how long you’ve waited already.
Image Well…
Image Cagalli, please!
Image (If you refuse, Van might actually leave. This is for the best, right?)
Image (That’s true…)
Image Okay. I’ll allow you to act independently, but only for three days.
Image Thanks. I appreciate it. Van, just play nice for a little while longer.
Image Dammit… I guess I have no choice.
Image (I don’t like that Fafner girl…)
Image I’ll also look into a Generator craftsman for Ruuji.
Image Thank you!

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[???]
Image I can’t believe the Revrius possesses such power! Did we mess up somewhere? Don’t we have any data on the Revrius in the lunar base?
Image When they seized the base, all useful data was automatically erased. We can’t access any of the data we recovered either.
Image Damn you, Ispail. Even after being killed, you’re still causing me trouble! The gate generator has been unstable lately too. It’s just one thing after another.
[Beeping]
Image Lady Verini, incoming call from The Claw.
Image From The Claw? Connect me.
[A screen turns on]
Image Verini, it’s been a while…
(Fasalina. GxS. CV: Masayo Kurata) (Phone)
Image Fasalina… What do you want?
Image For the past few days, the energy supply to this facility has been decreasing… Did something happen?
Image Actually, an accident occurred at the energy storage facility and we ended up losing half of our supply. That’s why the flow has been temporarily reduced.
Image An accident? How awful… But, for us, the lowered energy will disrupt our plans…
Image Stop it, Fasalina.
(The Clawed Man. GxS. CV: Kenyu Horiuchi) (Phone)
Image Comrade!
Image Verini has her own problems, so we shouldn’t blame her for our own.
Image Right…
Image Verini, please don’t worry about us. Prioritize any recovery you need from that accident.
Image Thank you for your concern. I apologize for the inconvenience. I’ll restore the supply as soon as repairs are complete.
Image We’ll be waiting. There’s no need to rush.
Image Okay…
[They hang up]
Image Are you sure we should be leaving those people unchecked?
Image The clawed man’s skill will surely be useful in achieving Lord Ru-Cobol’s ambitions. That’s why we must let him do as he wishes. At least for a little while longer. Don’t question me.
Image Yes, ma’am. My apologies.
Image Repair the energy storage facility as soon as possible so we can recover our losses!
Image Ma’am!

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[Sakusa Village, Airspace]
Image Kotona, what kind of person is Seijuurou?
Image I used to live in a place called Kaguraku. It’s a town that always had lots of large Zoids around, and their pilots were hired as mercs. Because of how the town is, there was always an interest in seeing who the strongest was. Once a year, there’s a tournament to determine who the strongest pilot is. One particular Zoid pilot won that tournament for ten consecutive years. Seijuurou and his Zoid, Soul Tiger. That’s why he’s hailed as the strongest Zoid pilot in history.
Image He sounds super cool! I have to get him to teach me!
Image Okay, we’ll be arriving at Seijuurou’s house shortly!

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[Sakusa Village, Seijuurou’s House]
Image This looks like the place… Oh, there he is! Seijuurou!
Image …Kotona Elegance!
(Seijuurou. Zoids. CV: Kenjiro Tsuda)
Image I’m so glad you remember me. You really are living in such a remote place…
Image What do you want?
Image I’ve come to ask you for a favor.
Image …
Image Seijuurou! Please teach me how to fight with Zoids! I want to become stronger!
Image !!
Image This is Ruuji. His village’s Generator was destroyed by Digald. He was traveling to find a craftsman to repair it, but things changed.
Image He’s now fighting alongside me as a member of the Digald Subjugation Army. Although his fighting spirit is stronger than most, his skills as a Zoid pilot are still immature. There’s a chance he’ll just hold everyone back.
Image That’s why we want you to train him.
Image …
Image If I was able to fight well, my village’s Generator wouldn’t have been destroyed. If I can’t fight properly, I’ll just cause trouble for everyone in the fight against Digald! I have to become stronger! Please!
Image …
Image Strength is meaningless. Go home.
Image Huh?
Image Wait! When you won the Kaguraku tournament for the tenth time, the one piloting the black Liger in the final match was your apprentice, right? I believe his name was Jirou…
Image !!
Image He was a bright and honest boy, much like Ruuji.
Image …
Image That was just an accident! A series of misfortunes that just happened to…
Image What lies at the end of the pursuit of strength is only destruction!
Image Do you think Ruuji is only seeking strength for strength’s sake? You might not understand, having grown up in Kaguraku where strength is everything, but Ruuji isn’t like that!
Image We, the Digald Suppression Army, are fighting to achieve a world where the people of Area Zi, no, all people on this planet can live in peace. We want Ruuji to acquire strength befitting a member of our army. For that, we need your help, Sir Seijuurou!
Image …
Image Please, Seijuurou! I want to become stronger so I can fight alongside everyone! I want to defeat Digald and bring peace to this world!
Image (Strength to bring peace, huh…)
Image Sir Seijuurou, could you please train Ruuji into a fully-fledged warrior?
Image Please! I beg you!
Image …My training will be tough.
Image Seijuurou!
Image Sir Ra Kan, please leave Ruuji’s training to me. I will take responsibility and mold him into a proper warrior.
Image I’m deeply grateful, Sir Seijuurou!
Image Thank you!
Image Yeah… Now, Ruuji, let’s begin your training immediately. First, I’ll test your current skill level. Get in your Zoid and come with me.
Image Yes sir!
[Seijuurou and Ruuji leave]
Image Hey, Ra Kan. Let’s watch them train for a bit.
Image Sure…

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[Gloria, Airspace]
(Angelica’s Route)
Image Delivering manifestos, huh… I didn’t think we’d end up becoming mailmen. I wonder if we can defeat Digald with the Daiku-Maryu and Archangel…
Image Who knows? Digald seems pretty tough.
Image I wonder if we can win…
Image If we fight Digald, we might run into Rem.
Image Probably. It seems Edax is running Digald from the shadows…
Image Then I’ll do my best!
Image Even so, to think we’re going back to Gloria again… I wonder if those Eldora guys or Priscilla will help us out.
Image Who are they?
Image Oh, right, you haven’t met them yet. They’re really nice people, so I’m sure you’ll be friends with them right away.
Image Really? I wonder what they’re like…
Image Let’s hurry! Everyone else must be done delivering the letters.
Image Okay!
Image (I wouldn’t mind this taking a little longer, though…)

(Sheldia’s Route)
Image Delivering manifestos, huh… I didn’t think we’d end up becoming mailmen. I wonder if we can defeat Digald with the Daiku-Maryu and Archangel…
Image You’re saying that again… If you underestimate your enemy, you’ll only get hurt, you know? Carelessness is the enemy!
Image Right. Sorry.
Image Besides, even if we defeat Digald on our own, it wouldn’t be considered a victory to the people of this planet. Wouldn’t it only be meaningful if peace was won by the people of this Earth?
Image You make a good point. We’re just helpers, after all.
Image Precisely.
Image But I never thought we’d be going back to Gloria. Will the Eldora guys and Priscilla be able to help us?
Image According to Gain, Gloria has been attacked by Digald several times. I’m sure they’ll lend us a hand.
Image I hope so! Let’s hurry! Everyone else must be done delivering the letters.
Image Yeah. We’re the furthest away, so let’s finish this up!

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Chapter 24A: Overdevil Crisis - Part 1

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Image Siberian Railway villains! Get out of Gloria!
Image What do you mean “get out”!? You’ve forgotten the favor we did for you by saving you from Digald!
Image If we weren’t here, Gloria would have been occupied long ago!
Image We appreciate you protecting the city, but that doesn’t mean we belong to you! We refuse the very idea of Gloria being controlled by the Siberian Railway or Digald!
Image We, the Siberian Railway, protected Gloria from Digald! Therefore, Gloria belongs to us!
Image That kind of self-serving logic won’t work on us!
Image Old men and young lady, stop this futile resistance already! What will you do if you cause the trains to run late? Even a minute off the schedule is unacceptable!
(Kashmir Valle. King Gainer. CV: Keiji Fujiwara)
Image That wouldn’t happen if you guys just backed off!
Image Good grief… It seems like no matter how many times we try to convince them, nothing will change…
Image Lord Kashmir, what should we do?
Image Eliminate anything that could disrupt the schedule!
Image (If we keep dawdling like this, not only will the trains be delayed, but the plan to launch a counterattack on Digald using Gloria as a base will be ruined. If that happens, Lord Kids might seriously decide to use “That”. We cannot allow that to happen! If “That” moves, the schedule will be significantly disrupted…)
Image Come on, hurry up! You can handle the two of them yourselves, can’t you?
Image (Even though he’s the Operations Manager, he shouldn’t be able to give orders to security!)
Image Kejinan, did you just say something?
Image Nope! Nothing at all! Enge, Jabori, let’s take care of them!
Image Roger!
Image Those Siberian Railway villains just got serious!
Image Barrio, can we do this?
Image Yes. We have enough energy!
Image (Zzz…)
Super Robot Wars K - El Dorado V
Image Justice shines brightest in the darkness!
Image A small flame, fueled by courage!
Image In a blaze of fire, we die as men!
Image Righteous kicks!
Image Courageous punches!
Image They're our amigos!
Image We have returned for everyone’s sake!
Image Take this, our invincible!
Image Powerful iron fists of retribution!
Image ELDORA SOUL!!
[Eldora Soul strikes a pose]
Image That took way too long…
Image W-what the hell was that about!?
Image Let’s go, young lady!
Image Yes!

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Super Robot Wars K - Active Mind
Image Priscilla! Eldora V team!
Image Priscilla!
Image And the Eldora V team!
Image Ah! That machine… Is that you, Mist!?
Image This isn’t Eldora V, but Eldora Soul!
Image Eldora Soul?
Image You’re the kid who helped Van protect Gloria, right?
Image Yes! Why are you fighting the Siberian Railway?
Image They’re trying to occupy Gloria again!
Image I was reconsidering my opinion of them after they protected Gloria from Digald…
Image But as soon as Digald left, they attacked us!
Image They tricked us!
Image What terrible people!
Image What terrible people!
Image Mist, why are you here?
Image It’s a long story, so we’ll talk later. For now, let’s defeat the Siberian Railway and protect Gloria!
Image Okay!
Image By the way, kid, what happened to Van?
Image Van is with everyone in Area Zi! Oh right, let’s call the ships and have them come and help!
Image We don’t need help! We can handle the Railway ourselves!
Image There’s so many of them, I’m beginning to doubt it. Just in case, I’ll call for backup!
Image But if they’re coming from Area Zi, won’t it take a considerable amount of time? They won’t make it in time!
Image It’s okay! We have a device that will allow them to arrive instantly!
Image The hell!?
Image (Zzz…)
Image Sheldia! Send an SOS to Representative Athha!
Image On it!
Image Angelica! Send an SOS to Representative Athha!
Image On it!
Image Kejinan! Who the hell are they?
Image I believe they’re part of Yapan’s Ceiling.
Image Yapan’s Ceiling? The ones who vanished along with their entire city unit during their Exodus?
Image Yes sir.
Image Why are they here!?
Image It doesn’t matter. It’s only two more enemies. Take care of them now!

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Deploy the troops!
Super Robot Wars K - King Gainer Over!

Image Mist, we’ve come to help!
Image Gainer! Everyone else too!
Image Wow, they’re really here already!?
Image I can’t believe it! Did they really come from Area Zi?
Image We used a gate! We’ll tell you about it later!
Image We’ll talk about it later. Right now, let’s fight!
Image Damn Siberian Railway! We’ll drive you out of Gloria!
Image Lord Kejinan! The white Overman with dreadlocks is here!
Image That bastard gave me a lot of trouble! Today, I’ll show him who’s boss!
Image A white Overman with hair… Is that the King Gainer mentioned in the report?
Image Yes, that’s him!
Image That’s the Overman who overcame the Diamond Formation I created! Unforgivable! I’ll take care of him myself!
Image Wait, Lord Kashmir! You’re the Operations Manager! Please leave the fighting to us security forces!
Image Silence! I’ll deal with him myself with my Lionnetor! Just take care of the others!
Image (Is this okay, Lord Kejinan?)
Image (Let him do what he wants! It’s not like he’ll listen to us!)

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Image King Gainer! Fight me!
Image You’re challenging me to a duel? Interesting. I accept!

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Image Hey, Gainer! Don’t fall for it! It’s probably a trap!
Image It’s all right, Sara. That crab-like Overman is no match for King Gainer!
Image I’ve heard about you. You’ve caused quite a mess to the diamonds I’ve created… Now you’ll pay dearly for your crimes!
Image Diamonds? What are you talking about?
Image Now, experience the power of the Lionnetor!
[The screen flashes red and Gainer drops to 50 morale]

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Image What the hell? Is it using a cloning technique? No, it's other King Gainers wearing crowns!?
Image Gainer!
Image Don’t get in the way!
[Another flash of red light as Sara’s morale decreases to 50]
Image Kyaaa! Frogs! FROGS!
Image Sara, what’s wrong!?
Image Frogs… There’s Frogs in the cockpit! I hate frogs! NOOOOOO!
Image It’s true! I see a lot of frogs clinging to her mech!
Image Frogs are… Frogs are… AHHHHHHHHH!
Image It’s no use. She’s in shock out of fear.
Image Let’s let everyone else experience terror too!
[The screen flashes red again as every playable character drops to 50 morale one at a time]
Image Whoa! Don’t come near me!
Image Hey! Why is something like that here!? Get away! It’s so gross!
Image Hey! Why is something like that here!? Get away! It’s so gross!
Image Stop it! I haven’t done anything wrong! Please forgive me!
Image M-my body won’t stop trembling… I can’t fight properly!
Image These are hallucinations!? They must be using a mental attack Overskill!
Image Sucks for you, but it’s no hallucination. Everything is real… Everything is the truth!
Image Crab Overman! What have you done!?
Image The Lionnetor’s Overskill projects a person’s greatest fear. You’re all trembling with fear at the sight of your own weaknesses. You, who see more King Gainers, seem to be afraid of yourself!
Image What did you say?
Image Don’t be ridiculous! You think you can fool me with something like that!?
[Gain’s morale rises to 100]
Image I’ve seen this kind of thing countless times in my dreams! Prepare yourself! YOU’VE PISSED ME OFF!!
[Van’s morale rises to 100]
Image Oh? It seems there are some people unaffected by the Lionnetor’s power. However, most of you are trembling with fear. Isn’t it a delightful sight? This fate is worthy for the ones who disrupted my perfect diamonds! Now then, King Gainer, can you overcome your own heart? AHAHAHAHAHA!
[Kashmir moves back to his original position]
Image I won’t lose to fakes! I’m the one and only King!

Before we revel in the terror, we’ve got one golden light of hope.

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[Eldora Soul]
Your classic short-ranged Super Robot. Its attacks are pretty EN efficient, but it has a barrier that activates whenever attacked, so you’ll quickly run out of EN. Make sure to max that out, pair it with a resupply unit, and/or give Nero the E-Save skill. In short, it’s a fantastic tank. Plus, its first attack lowers the enemy’s morale, which is never a bad thing.

Image Our time has finally come once again!
Image A reborn invincible body!
Image Behold its shocking bipedal movement!
Image Let’s go, Eldora Soul!

Priscilla is also here with a new finisher. Otherwise, she’s much the same as before. Also, the Selius or Selius II (whichever you have) now has the Crystal Heart ability. It behaves the exact same as Mist’s version, increasing stats and attack power once the pilot hits 130 morale.

Image Whether it’s Digald or the Siberian Railway, I won’t let anyone occupy Gloria!

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Did I forget to inspect the bosses because I was frustrated over having Game Over’d twice?

Well anyway, for bosses, we’ve got Kashmir in his Lionnetor, and normal Siberian trio in Under Golames. The other enemy worth pointing out is the fake King Gainers, which are currently poised to destroy Gainer. They have assault combo attacks, so watch out!

Unless you’ve maxed out King Gainer, he will die during the first enemy phase. You need to kill one of the fake King Gainers and move the real one back into your main army. Use Aim, Guard, and Accel on Eldora Soul and move him into the enemies to act as a distraction. All the incoming attacks will raise Nero’s morale to max before you know it.

As almost everyone’s morale starts at 50 instead of 100, not only will your accuracy and evasion rates be lower than normal, but so will your damage. You’ll also take increased incoming damage. Once you’ve saved Gainer, take the stage slowly and focus on building up your own team’s morale.

If there are two Fake King Gainers remaining, Kashmir spawns 4 more of them, with this dialogue playing for the first time.

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Image Whoa! More fakes appeared! This is endless!
Image Gainer! Target the Overman in charge! Until we defeat him, his Overskill will never stop!
Image Understood!

So the fake King Gainers will keep spawning until you defeat Kashmir or you defeat five entire waves of them (20 total). You can use this as an opportunity to farm EXP and money, but I’ve got things to do.

At the start of turn 2…

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Image Ah! That’s the Volkain! Ray!
Image (I thought I wouldn’t have a role for a while after repelling Digald, but I never expected those guys to come back… They might know something about where The Claw is… Maybe I should roughen them up a bit and extract some intel…)
Image Ray! Can you hear me!?
Image Joshua? Are you on that ship?
Image I thought I’d be able to meet you if I kept tracking The Claw. More importantly, why are you helping out bad guys like the Siberian Railway!?
Image It’s all to avenge Shino… To defeat The Claw!
Image Ray!
Image Hey! Do you know The Claw!?
Image You must be Van!
Image How do you know me?
Image After you defeated us, I looked into you. I know you’re after The Claw, Van the Nice Guy!
Image So what?
Image I want you to tell me everything you know about him!
Image Like I’d ever tell you!
Image Then I’ll force it out of you!
Image Interesting… I’ll beat you to a pulp and make you tell me everything you know!
Image Stop it! Ray! Van!
Image That’s right! If you’re both after the same guy, why don’t you work together?
Image No way in hell. I’m the one who’s going to kill The Claw! I won’t let anyone else do it!
Image I feel the same way. I won’t let anyone but me kill The Claw!
Image It’s pointless. No one can stop those two!
Image Come!
Image Let’s go! UUOOOOOHHHHHH!

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So now we’ve got Ray and his Volkain as a boss. Just get in close and kick his ass once you’ve gained enough morale on the mooks.

Here are the lines for fighting for the first time.

Image Siberian Railway! Trying to occupy Gloria by force… You’re no better than Digald!

Image I thought you were fighting Digald to protect peace in Siberia… But in the end, you’re only thinking about yourselves! You’re the worst, Siberian Railway!

Image It seems I’ll have to take care of you guys before I can defeat Digald!

Image Y-you can’t scare me with frogs! I won’t give up!

Image We’ll have information about The Claw soon! I’m feeling great! Right now, I feel like I can’t lose to anyone!

And now, the boss dialogues.

Image You should be focused on repelling Digald! Why are you doing something as foolish as occupying Gloria!?
Image Shut up! I was just following orders! If you have a complaint, bring it up with President Kids!

Image Kejinan! To think we’d meet again like this… We must be destined to cross paths!
Image I don’t want this kind of destiny!
Image Don’t say that. I’ll take responsibility and beat you to a pulp, so be grateful!
Image Eek!

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Image I thought this would be an easy victory, but this is how it ends!? How pathetic! I’m retreating!

Image Hey, Jabori! Why don’t you quit that crappy job already!?
Image Of course I want to quit, but I have nowhere else to go! What else can I do!?

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Image I’ve been defeated again!? Even though I’ve been trying so hard… I hate this! I’m retreating!

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Image I didn’t hear anything about such strong guys coming as reinforcements! I’m getting out of here while I still can!

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Image I’ve taken too much damage. I can’t continue fighting like this! I thought I was finally going to get intel about The Claw, but it is what it is. I have to retreat!

Image I don’t know if that Overman is showing me my weakness or whatever, but it’s no match for me!
Image We’ll see about that! Savor the fact that your greatest enemy is yourself!

Image Black Southern Cross! Why doesn’t my Lionnetor’s light affect you!?
Image I have no weaknesses or fears! I’ve gone through hell so many times! Being exposed to that kind of light doesn’t faze me at all!

Image If you, the head of operations, is here, then that means the Siberian Railway must be severely short staffed.
Image Shut up, traitor! It’s precisely because I’m so competent that I was entrusted with this job. I’ve transcended departmental boundaries!
Image I’ll teach you a lesson about what happens when you meddle in things outside of your expertise!

Image Oh, is that you, Kashmir? I’ve hated you for a long time. This is the perfect chance to kick your ass!
Image Adette Kistler! So it’s true that you betrayed us and joined the Yapanese! Traitor! On behalf of the Siberian Railway, I’ll punish you!
Image Try it if you can!

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Image Impossible! My Lionnetor has been defeated! Don’t get too cocky! I still have a trump card! Things won’t go this way the next time we meet! Remember that!
[Kashmir leaves and all remaining fake King Gainers explode]
Image We did it! The fake King Gainers are gone! Now we won’t be tormented by illusions anymore!

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

Image Did you see that!? That’s the power of the reborn Eldora Soul!
Image The Siberian Railway is no match for us!
Image Eldora Soul! What a magnificent sight! It’s almost as impressive as Gobine!
Image How does that heavily armored robot even move?
Image With that design, it looks like it can barely manage bipedal movement…
Image Speaking of which, aren’t the only other Armors capable of bipedal movement like Van’s?
(TL Note: Eldora V couldn’t actually walk. It moved by using treads on its feet, making it more of a tank. Eldora Soul can walk.)
Image Now that you mention it, you’re right… Let’s ask about that later.
Image Where did Ray go?
Image He said he was chasing The Claw, so I’m sure we’ll see him again.
Image Our fight with the Siberian Railway isn’t over. We’ll meet him again, but as enemies…
Image Ray…
Image Everyone, let’s head back to Zuri for now. We need to resupply and think about what to do next. We might need to deal with the Siberian Railway before we deal with Digald…
Image I’m also curious about the trump card the pilot of that crab Overman mentioned…
Image Representative Athha, is it okay if the Eldora Soul and Priscilla come with us? Since the battle started so suddenly, I haven’t given them the manifesto yet, but I’m sure they’ll happily join us!
Image A manifesto?
Image What do you need help with?
Image I’ll explain the details when we get back to Zuri. For now, could you please come with us?
Image I guess we can trust you…
Image (Zzz…)
Image Of course I’ll come too! I wouldn’t refuse one of your requests, Mist!
Image Thank you, everyone. Let’s head to Zuri!
Image Yeah!

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image Are we really in Area Zi?
Image We only left Gloria a few minutes ago…
Image As I explained earlier, these gates allow us to travel across space instantly.
Image Enough explanations! Knowing about it won’t do us any good.
Image If you say this is Area Zi, then we’ll believe you.
Image (What’s with these stubborn old men?)
Image (Apparnelty they've the've been piloting Eldora for 60 years, acting as heroes of justice.)
Image (The heck?)
Image I thought the Railway would be in trouble because of the Digald invasion.
Image They’re the worst kind of people, trying to occupy a city just because they protected it from Digald!
Image Well, it might be better than being occupied by Digald, but that doesn’t mean they want the Railway either.
Image 50 points, 100 points, right?
Image What do you mean?
Image It’s an Earth proverb. If you’re going to lose by 50 points, it’s the same thing as losing by 100 points.
Image Angelica… You’re very wrong. The correct proverb is "fifty steps and a hundred steps”. Look it up later.
(TL Note: Read about the proverb here.)
Image Huh? Really? That’s strange…
Image Were you wrong? You said it with a serious face, so I almost believed you.
Image I’m sorry…
Image Getting back on topic, this is just my opinion, but shouldn’t we focus on the Siberian Railway before taking on Digald? From a military standpoint, I think they’d be easier to deal with than Digald.
Image With all due respect, Lady Cagalli, we’ve only just raised our banner as the Digald Suppression Army. Wouldn’t it be inappropriate to fight the Siberian Railway at this point?
Image I’m with Da Jin on this. We can’t overlook the fact that the Railway tried to occupy the town, but it’s also true that they’re fighting against Digald. If we defeat them, wouldn’t we be helping Digald invade Siberia?
Image That’s exactly right! We’re supposed to be fighting Digald, right? Why should we do anything that helps them!?
Image Certainly, if we prioritize our organization’s position, Soushi is right. But think again about what we’re trying to do.
Image What we’re trying to do?
Image Kira, just say things directly for once! We’re fighting for the peace of this planet. For that purpose, we have to defeat both Digald and the Siberian Railway. Taking down the Railway first makes sense since they’re weaker.
Image But…
[Beeping]
Image Hmm? It’s a call from Yukiko! What’s wrong!?
Image Gramps, can you hear me? I’ve obtained some sketchy intel! It seems Digald is planning a full-scale attack on Lyman in the near future!
(Phone)
Image What!?
Image Excellent. Even if we don’t do anything, Digald will deliver the final blow to the Siberian Railway.
Image What should we do, Cagalli?
Image Are there civilians living in Lyman?
Image Of course! Lyman is one of the world’s largest cities!
Image Understood. We’ll go to Lyman. If it falls into Digald hands, the citizens will suffer. We must prevent that at all costs!
Image You’re going to help the Railway? Lyman is their headquarters.
Image I don’t intend to help them. We’ll be fighting both Digald and the Railway. Everyone, please be prepared for that.
Image (So we’re going straight into the Railway’s HQ to fight them and Digald, huh… It’s going to be a tough fight…)
Image By the way, Cagalli, the guy who piloted the crab-like Overman said something about a trump card. It’s still bothering me…
Image That’s just him being salty about getting his butt kicked. Don’t worry about it!
Image No. That was Kashmir Velle, known as the Ice Operations Manager in the Siberian Railway. He’s a strange guy, but he’s absolutely meticulous about the accuracy of train schedules. He’s not the kind of man to tell casual lies or bluffs.
Image Then what is this trump card?
Image Who knows? Kids Munt has a lot of Overmen that we know nothing about. I can’t even imagine what kind of enemy we’ll be facing.
Image A trump card, huh… That certainly piques my interest, but we can’t hesitate based on just that statement. Fortunately, it seems we have some time before the enemy executes their plan. If we don’t neglect gathering information, we should be able to come up with a countermeasure. Everyone, start your preparations!
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Squad time! We’ve got 18+4 slots to work with. Solos are Gainer, Lacus, Van, Shinn, Seijuurou, Kira, Cagalli, Ruuji, Mist, Rei Mii, Sven, and Sayaka. Pairs are Ra Kan/Gauli, Roll/Selene, Nero/Sheldia, Koji/Kotona, Goh/Anna, Ron/Kenji (Fafner), Hiroshi/Miwa, Kenji (Jeeg)/Kyo, Chief/Sara, and Gain/Maya. The mandatory deployments are Gainer, Gain, Sara, and Gauli. Due to plot, Yagyuu and Daiya cannot sortie.

Last time, the gang had a skirmish with the Siberian Railway outside of Gloria. After hearing about a planned Digald assault, they decide to head to the heart of the Railway to end their tyranny.

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[Siberian Railway HQ, President’s Office]
Image Damn those Digald bastards! They’re attacking one Domepolis after another! The railway network I’ve built up over the decades is in ruins! And Gloria is still out of our control… How could you fail me, Kashmir!?
(Kids Munt. King Gainer. CV: Seiji Sasaki)
Image My apologies, Lord Kids. Actually, we encountered some unexpected resistance.
Image Unexpected resistance?
Image Yes. As stated in the report, we were attacked by Yapan’s Ceiling.
Image You were in a goddamn Lionetter! You could have forced them to self-destruct with that!
Image There were some people among them who were unaffected by its Overskill…
Image Enough! I don’t want to hear any more excuses!
Image Sir… I, Kashmir, am prepared to accept any punishment.
Image There’s no way I can fire a competent manager like you. I’ll just cut the security department’s salaries instead. Enough of this! Get back to work!
Image Sir. Please excuse me.
[Kashmir leaves]
[The phone beeps]
Image What is it now!?
Image L-L-L-Lord Kids! We’ve got a major problem!
(Phone)
Image Digald’s Bio Zoids are approaching Lyman!
(Phone)
Image Those bastards have finally come! We’re in this mess because you're so goddamn incompetent! I can’t list how many Overmen I’ve given you, and yet you still keep losing to Digald!
Image B-but our attacks don’t work on Bio Zoids!
Image No matter how many times we shoot or punch them, they don’t even flinch!
(Phone)
Image That’s because you’re not trying hard enough!
Image Even Lady Cynthia’s Dominator can’t defeat the Bio Zoids…
Image Idiot! Don’t compare Cynthia to incompetent ingrates like yourselves! She’s currently preparing an anti-Digald countermeasure.
Image Lady Cynthia is?
Image Do you think I didn’t anticipate a Digald attack here? I have the perfect plan… My trump card!
Image The perfect plan?
Image It’s something you can’t even imagine. I can already picture the look on those Digald bastards’ faces! Now, you! What are you dawdling for!? Get out there and fight Digald!
Image Even if you say to fight them…
Image We’ve no match for their Bio Zoids.
Image We’ve already explained that!
Image Silence! If you fight with your lives on the line, you’ll find a way! Go out there and die for me!
Image Roger! Enge, Jabori, let’s go!
Image Sir…
[They hang up]
Image Goddamn Digald… To think they’d march on Lyman! How dare they underestimate me! It’s fine. This is the last time they’ll be able to do whatever they want. I’ll make those dinosaurs cry for mercy!

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Chapter 24B: Overdevil Crisis - Part 2

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Image Hey, Digald! I won’t let you take one step further!
Image I’m going to show off to Lord Kids and get promoted!
Image Hey! Are you planning to get promoted before me!?
Image I’m just expressing my enthusiasm! Don’t nitpick, Sir Kejinan!
Image This isn’t the time to be arguing! The Bio Zoids are attacking!

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Image Ugh!
Image Kyaa!
Image It’s no use, Sir Kejinan!
Image You dolt! Don’t give up so easily! I’ll use my Overskill!
Image Kejinan!?
Image UUUOOOOOHHHHH!

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Image Eeek! It was useless after all!

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Image You guys are done! Retreat!
Image W-what is that Overman!?
Image It’s so big and creepy…
Image That is the Overdevil! My trump card!
(Phone)
Image Overdevil!?
Image Where were you hiding something like that!?
Image The Overdevil usually serves as the core of the Agate Crystal, which is located in our HQ!
Image The Agate Crystal’s core?
Image I didn’t know there was something like that inside HQ…
Image It’s only natural you wouldn’t know. It’s normally disassembled into parts.
Image So why bring it out now?
Image The Overdevil has the power to freeze everything, or rather, Overfreeze everything!
Image Overfreeze?
Image It’s faster to show you than to explain it. Cynthia, freeze those Digald bastards!
Image Yes, Lord Kids. GO, OVERFREEZE!
[The screen flashes blue]
[All yellow Zoids explode]
Image Amazing… The Bio Zoids were frozen solid instantly!
Image So that’s Overfreeze…
Image Well done, Cynthia! Keep it up and freeze all the Digald bastards occupying the Domepolises!
Image Yes, Lord Kids. I’ll get started right-- Huh? What’s wrong, Overdevil!?
Image Cynthia, status report!
Image The Overdevil is moving on its own! Ah! The cockpit is freezing up! Kyaaa!
Image Cynthia, what’s wrong!? CYNTHIA!
Image No… Being an Ice Queen isn’t my idea of a good time!
Image Lord Kids, what’s going on!?
Image The Overdevil is trying to absorb Cynthia! Release the Black Dominators! Apprehend the Overdevil!

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Image Good! Get Cynthia out of that cockpit!

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Image Lord Kids, what’s that light!?
Image What!? This kind of reaction shouldn’t be possible!

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Image I see! The Overdevil is trying to open the Icing Gate, a gate made out of ice! If it does that, Lyman will… Cynthia, stop!
[The screen flashes blue]
[The four Dominators surrounding the Overdevil explode]
Image This is bad! The entire city is freezing over!
Image Uwaaah!
Image Kyaaaa!
[The screen fades into blue]

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image We’re home~
Image I heard you had a battle in Siberia.
Image My Lord! Lady Kotona! When did you return?
Image Just now. I asked Professor Sakon to teleport us here.
Image We heard everyone was fighting, so we came back in a panic.
Image I’m sorry I was away as you all were fighting.
Image You were training Ruuji, so it’s fine.
Image That’s right! It’s Ruuji’s fault for being bad! You’re not to blame!
Image No, it’s not Ruuji’s fault.
Image Where’s the scamp anyway? Is he still training in the mountains?
Image He’s training in the garden with Seijuurou.
Image Training in the garden? Did Seijuurou come to Zuri too?
Image Yes. He agreed to fight alongside us.
Image Oh, Ruuji!
Image Speak of the devil.
Image I’m back. A little earlier than expected, though…
Image …
Image Sir Seijuurou, I’ve heard the story. It’s incredibly reassuring to know that you’ll be fighting alongside us.
Image I swore to Ra Kan that I would train Ruuji to become a proper warrior. But right now, the situation is such that we can’t focus on training exclusively. That’s why I decided to train him while we fight against Digald. That’s all.
Image Whatever the reason, I’m grateful, Seijuurou.
Image …
Image So that’s Ruuji’s master…
Image He’s quite the handsome man, isn’t he?
Image He’s a swordsman, correct? Perhaps I should ask him for a match.
Image Huh?
Image You said your name is Seijuurou, yes? Could you trouble me with a match?
Image What?
Image HAH!
Image Nnn!
[They clash swords]
Image Guh!
Image Captain! Are you all right?
Image He got your arm!
Image SEIJUUROU! How dare you hurt the Captain!!
Image Stop. This injury is because I couldn’t judge the distance. It’s an injury caused by my own inexperience.
Image But Captain!
Image Your swordsmanship is very impressive. You’re not just a top-notch Zoid pilot, but a first-class swordsman too.
Image …
Image I’m sorry for suddenly attacking you. I’d like to have a proper spar sometime.
Image …We’ll see.
Image Now, let’s go to the infirmary!
[The Build Angels leave]
Image Hey, young man! You’re Ruuji, correct?
Image I am…
Image If you want to train, we can teach you a lot of things!
Image After all, we’re Van’s masters!
Image Says who?
Image First, we’ll start with the principles of being a hero!
Image O-okay…
Image Ruuji, their training is too advanced for you. It’s best if you stick to Seijuurou.
Image (You need to leave right now!)
Image I think I will! Excuse me!
[Ruuji leaves]
Image You whippersnapper. What do you think you’re doing interrupting my training?
Image I mean, I just thought your stories would be a bit overwhelming for him right now.
Image Then you’ll take Ruuji’s place, won’t you?
Image Huh? Um…
Image Oh, sir. Could you tell me how Eldora V became Eldora Soul?
Image (Thanks for the save, Saruwatari!)
Image (It’s just something I’m curious about. Don’t worry about it.)
Image What!? We’re busy right now!
Image Now, now. I’m interested too. Please tell us.
Image (You too?)
Image (Don’t misunderstand. It’s for future reference.)
Image Fine… Regarding Eldora Soul, a scoundrel named Bucci took Eldora V’s very soul.
Image It’s thanks to him that it can walk on two legs! Don’t call our benefactor a scoundrel!
Image Zip it! He removed the fusion system!
Image I see… So this Bucci guy modified Eldora V so it can walk. Where is he now?
Image I don’t know!! Just when I was about to complain to him, he disappeared!
Image He went missing?
Image Apparently, Bucci was originally working as a researcher for an evil secret organization.
Image From what I’ve heard, the leader of the organization Bucci used to belong to was run by the clawed man!
Image I see… So there’s a high possibility that The Claw kidnapped him.
Image That’s what we suspect. Even earlier today, we were gathering information while protecting the city from Digald and the Railway.
Image Like hell you were! You old farts were just hanging out in the bar all the time!
Image Ah, well… We had to let Carlos get his rest…
Image Good grief… I know how you guys feel, but…
Image We still don’t know much about Eldora Soul…
[Beeping]
Image This is Cagalli.
Image Cagalli, we just intercepted a transmission from Digald. It seems that Lyman has suddenly frozen over.
(Phone)
Image Frozen over? What do you mean?
Image Digald is panicking, so details are unclear, but it seems a giant Overman froze the entire city.
Image …Could it be the Overdevil?
Image Overdevil? What’s that?
Image It’s one of the first Overmen, like Brunhilde. I’ve heard it possesses an Overskill that can freeze anything. I think Asuham was quite knowledgeable about it.
Image (To pilot such a powerful Overman, you’d need a power Oversense… Could Cynthia be piloting it!?)
Image What happens to the people who are frozen?
Image Dunno. But since they're encased in ice, worst-case they’ll freeze to death.
Image That’s terrible! We have to go and help them immediately or a lot of people will die!
Image That’s right! We have to save Cynthia!
Image Cynthia? Gainer, is Cynthia in Lyman?
Image If my guess is correct, Cynthia is probably the only one who can control the Overdevil. Even that Operations Manager didn’t seem to have much Oversense.
Image The situation has changed. I wanted to stop the battle between Digald and the Railway, but we have to save the people of the city from this Overdevil Overman.
Image Also, there’s a possibility that the damage from the Overdvil will spread to other cities. We may have to destroy it.
Image Yes, that’s right. All units, sortie immediately!
Image The upgrade parts for the Sword Wolf and Lanstag have been attached. This unknown Overman is no match for us!
Image …Probably.
Image Jin, I’m leaving the city in your hands.
Image Sir. I wish you good fortune!
Image All right! A sortie! Let’s go, amigos!
Image (Wait for me, Cynthia. I’m on my way!)

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image Professor Sakon, please set the coordinates.
Image Got it. I’ve already finished analyzing this Earth’s coordinates. Let’s see… The coordinates for Lyman are…
[Beeping]
Image Input complete! We can go at any time.
Image Activate the gate system while we launch! We’re heading to Lyman! Daiku-Maryu, launch!
Image Aye aye!

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Deploy the troops!

Super Robot Wars K - King Gainer Over!

Image Because of my carelessness, I got injured and can’t sortie. My apologies.
Image Don’t worry about it, Captain Yagyuu. Leave the Overdevil extermination to us.
Image Professor! Why can’t Gaiking sortie!?
Image Daiya, you’ll have an important role to play soon. Please wait until I give you instructions.
Image An important role?
Image You’ll see soon enough. Just trust me.
Image …Fine.
Image Look! It’s the Overman with the dreads from Yapan! I thought we weren’t going to see it again for a while, but it’s back already!
Image I also see Black Southern Cross’ Overman!
Image That means…
Image Hey, you assholes!
Image Eek! I knew it!
Image Are you all right?
Image Even Adette is here!
Image We came to save your sorry hides from being frozen solid. Be grateful!
Image We’re offering to save you traitors. Thank Yassaba!
Image S-shut up! Nobody asked you to help!
Image Hey, Kejinan, you shouldn’t say that to those who’re trying to help!
Image That’s right, Sir Kejinan. Let’s accept their help. You don’t want to be frozen, do you?
Image SHUT UP! I’m not Yassaba’s subordinate anymore! I’d rather be frozen solid than grovel to him!
Image Lord Kejinan!

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Image Overdevil! Taste my Overskill!
Image Stop! The Overdevil isn’t listening to me!

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Image Ugh, I’m freezing up! I’m going to be frozen solid! Help me!!
Image Sir Kejinan!
Image Enge! Get the frozen Under Golame to a safe place! If we don’t do anything, he’ll be shattered into pieces!
Image Roger!
[Enge and Jabori leave with Kejinan]
Image Damn you Overdevil!
Image Wait! If you approach carelessly, you’ll end up like him!
Image But…
Image Leave this to me!
Image Gainer!?
Image Cynthia must be inside that thing!

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Image Cynthia! It’s you in there, isn’t it? Answer me!
Image Gainer? Did you come to save me?
Image I knew it! I’m gonna get you out of there! Just wait!
Image Stop, Gainer! I can’t control the Overdevil! If you get any closer, you’ll freeze too!
Image Don’t worry about that! I’ve gained a lot of experience to save you! I’ve been to the Moon! I’ve fought in outer space! I’m a new me! I won’t lose to something like the Overdevil!
Image Gainer!
Image Overdevil! Give Cynthia back!

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Image Gainer is amazing…
Image He’s overwhelming the Overdevil!
Image All right, this is our chance! Let’s take down the Overdevil quickly!

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Image NOT SO FAST! The Overdevil belongs to me! I won’t let it be defeated!
Image Is that Asuham!? Didn’t you get fired from the London IMA!?
Image SILENCE! I told you I would use any means necessary to gain the power to capture you, and now I’ve finally found it! I won’t let you destroy the Overdevil! If you want to destroy it, you’ll have to defeat me first!
Image Is that the old man who’s been chasing Gain!?
Image That guy isn’t part of the Railway, right? Why is he here!?
Image If it weren’t for you guys, he wouldn’t be here.
Image Whoops. Looks like the time for chit-chat is over.
Image That’s right. I won’t argue with you. Everyone! The target is only the Overdevil! You can ignore the others! Also, as you probably know, the Overdevil’s pilot is Gainer’s friend! If you want to be a hero of justice or something, you can’t look good unless you save someone like that!
Image Don’t do this to look good, but do it because it’s the right thing to do!
Image Dammit, it’s one troublesome battle after another… But we have no choice.
Image I hear that! Leave the others to us and go for it, Gainer!
Image Don’t waste this chance to save her! You’ll regret it if you fail!
Image Roger!
Image (Come on, Gainer! If you fail, I’ll have to kill the Overdevil’s pilot myself. I don’t want to do it after you finally found her.)
Image Triple Six, I need orders in case Gainer fails to save the pilot.
Image You…
Image Don’t worry about it. I’ll play the villain. I’m not really fitting in well with this unit anyway.
Image Whoa, young lady. That’s my job.
Image Black Southern Cross… It’s your role as a frontline commander to maintain harmony within the unit.
Image This is about taking responsibility in my own way.
Image Understood. I pray that such a situation won’t arise.
Image (Canon made a decision on her own before I could give an order… I’m surprised, but this is for the best.)
Image I’m counting on you, everyone! Stop the Overdevil!

First up, a single new unit and upgrades for most of the Zoid pilots!

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[Soul Tiger]
One of the few land-based Zoids who doesn’t have any trouble hitting flying opponents. We don’t get to keep the Soul Tiger as it is for very long, but it’s decent thanks to its bunshin (which activates at 130 morale).

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[Sword Wolf Crusher]
An improvement on the Sword Wolf in every way. It has a new finisher, which summons a bunch of Lanstags to trample the enemy and reduces their morale. It also has additional weapons, but still has difficulty in hitting flying enemies.

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[Bamburian Grand]
An improvement on the Bamburian in every way. Not only does it have an S rank on land now, but its bombardment attack now has 8 range instead of 7. Make sure you give Ron the B-Save skill so you have more than six shots.

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[Lanstag Break]
An improvement on the Lanstag in every way. The only major changes are increased attack power, stats, and an S rank on the ground.

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[Rainbow Jerk Wind]
An improvement on the Rainbow Jerk in every way. It how has an S rank in the air and a natural A rank in space, as well as better stats and attack power.

Deadly Kong also got a new attack, a 1-2 range combo Lio scythe.

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Anyway, welcome to the King Gainer finale! To start off, we’ve got the Overdevil, Asuham (in a Dominator), and Zakki in a Golame as bosses. The objective is only to kill the Overdevil, but we gotta take care of the rest for exp and money anyway. Move Gainer back towards the main force so he’s not at risk of dying.

The Overdevil is an interesting boss. Once it hits 130 morale for the first time, it activates Overfreeze, which reduces our accuracy and evasion by a substantial amount and our defense by 20% for all units in 5 squares. It also has HP regen, so make sure to take it out in one turn. Watch out for its massive MAP attack centered on itself. It won’t use this if it has allies inside the blast radius, so it might be ideal to keep one of them alive to prevent this from going off.

Unrelated, but if you see a building with a face on it, that’s the capital building. It’s just there for flavor.

Image Wait for me, Cynthia! I’ll save you!
Image Gainer! Help me! I’m going to be turned into an Ice Queen!

Image Help! Please!
Image If Gainer doesn’t make it in time, I’ll have no choice but to shoot through the cockpit…

Image Cynthia! I’m here to help!
Image You’re Sara, right!? Gainer’s friend!?
Image That’s right!
Image No! Don’t come near me!
Image Gainer is risking his life, so I can’t just do nothing!

Image I’d heard the rumors, but I can’t believe the Overdevil actually exists!
Image Stop being surprised and help me!

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Image T-this shouldn’t be happening! CAPTAIN!!

Image Why do you want the Overdevil’s power!?
Image Are you really asking me that now!? There’s only one answer!!
Image I can take care of myself! I won’t let myself be dragged around because it suits you, “brother-in-law”.
Image WHO ARE YOU CALLING BROTHER-IN-LAW, YOU WOMANIZER!!

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Image Impossible! I’d sell my own soul to gain the Overdevil’s power!!

The plot continues when you shoot down the Overdevil. If you want to make the next phase easier, make sure Kira still has his action and is sitting on the square Gainer started on.

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[King Gainer Over plays again]
Image All right! We’ve silenced the Overdevil!
Image That was too easy…
Image Cynthia! I’m coming!
Image Wait, Gainer! Don’t approach carelessly!
[Gainer moves next to the Overdevil if not already]
Image Cynthia! Are you all right!?
Image Ugh…
Image Let’s get you out of there and make our Exodus!
Image It hurts so much… The ice provided no cushioning… Everyone was attacking all at once…
Image That’s because the Overdevil was… Huh? WHOA!
[A flash of blue light as King Gainer vanishes]
Image Ah! Gainer was swallowed by the Overdevil!
Image IT ATE KING GAINER!?
Image He wasn’t eaten! The Overdevil absorbed Gainer because he had a stronger Oversense! Now it’s stronger than before! That’s why I told you not to get too close!
Image Absorbed? Then…
Image Will Gainer also be frozen?
Image GAINER!
Image Wait! Sara!
[Sara moves next to the Overdevil if not already]
Image Gainer! Get out of there! GAINER!
[The screen flashes blue as the Overdevil roars like a kaiju]
Image W-what the!?
Image You don’t have to yell so loud. I can hear you just fine, Sara.
Image W-who are you?
Image That’s mean. I’m the one and only Gainer.
Image The hell? Gainer’s been taken over by the Overdevil!
Image The Overdevil can do something like that!?
Image At this point, common sense doesn’t apply anymore.
Image Sara, come with me. Let’s freeze the whole world solid together.
Image N-no! I don’t want to! Wake up, Gainer!
Image Sara, don’t be like that. You’re a beautiful girl. If you’re frozen, you can’t get ugly, now can you?
Image We’ve been fighting together this whole time, haven’t we? We fought against invaders and aliens… So how could you let yourself be taken over by the Overdevil so easily!?
Image What a noisy woman.
Image Cynthia!?
Image Sara, you have a lot of lovers, don’t you? You could at least give this one to me.
Image Gainer is the only one! He’s one of a kind! Gainer… I’ll never give up on you! Mmmph!
[Sara and Gainer kiss]
Image Mmmph!
Image Did… Did they kiss?
Image How bold!
Image That’s right, Sara! A maiden’s kiss is the only way to break the evil spell!
Image …
Image Gainer?
Image Warm lips are disgusting.
Image Huh!?
Image It didn’t work!?
Image Now it’s my turn. With this, you’re mine. HAAAAAH!
[The screen flashes blue as Sara starts to freeze]
Image No… I’m turning to ice!

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Image I’m taking Sara with me.
Image No! Sara!
Image Was she kidnapped!?
Image Wake up, Gainer!
[Gauli moves next to the Overdevil if not already]
Image Yapan Ninja Technique, Ninja Restraint! TAAAH!
Image Don’t interfere!
Image Ugh!
Image Gainer, what should I do with him?
Image Captain Gauli… You’ll use your ninja abilities for me.
Image Silence! I will never be a minion of the Overdevil!
Image Shut up.
[A flash of blue light as Gauli starts freezing]
Image Ugh!

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Image Gauli’s been frozen over too! Gainer, you asshole!

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Image Gain! You’re really going for it, aren’t you?
Image So what if I am!? I’ll do anything to make you see reason! Now take this! Let’s go, Emperanza!

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Image Was that Brunhilde!?
Image Isn’t that the same enemy we fought when we were first sent to this Earth!?
Image I can’t believe the Emperanza had that kind of power!
Image Dammit! I can’t win even with Brunhilde!?
Image I won’t forgive you, Gain. I’ll freeze you and everyone else solid!
Image What can you do with just one unit, even if it is an Early Overman!?
Image Fair enough, Let’s even the odds.

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Image Sara, you’ll fight too,
Image Understood, King Gainer.

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Image Gauli, I have a job for you. Got it?
Image Roger!
(Frozen-over Gauli)
Image Now, let’s begin the game!
Image Wait! We have to fight Gainer and Sara!?
Image That’s right. We have to save him!
Image Dammit. Gainer went to save Cynthia, but got captured himself!
Image If we charge in without a plan, the rescuer will become the rescuee. We can’t afford to have any more casualties!
Image Indeed. We have too little data to help them. A normal rescue operation is impossible.
Image But, even if it’s futile, we can’t abandon our allies until the bitter end. We can fight while we find a way to save them. We must.
Image Actually, I foresaw this happening.
Image What is it, Professor?
Image This is exactly why I had Daiya on standby.
Image Huh?
Image When I was researching the Overdevil, I found out about its ability “Overfreeze”, which freezes anything. It has a high chance of being neutralized by the power of the red Flame.
Image Is that true, Professor Sakon?
Image Yes. As you can see from the fact that it froze Gainer’s mind, it seems that Overfreeze is a mental-based power.
Image So it’s just the opposite of the red Flame!
Image Therefore, if we use Gaiking’s Face Open, we should be able to neutralize Overfreeze. That should have Gainer regain his senses.
Image And that’s when we’ll rescue him!
Image Precisely. I wanted Daiya to conserve his power for this very moment.
Image So that’s why you told me not to sortie…
Image We’re counting on you, Daiya.
Image Yeah!
[Gauli enters the Daiku-Maryu]
Image Not so fast! I won’t let Gaiking launch!
Image What!?
Image It’s you!
Image Captain Gauli!
Image Indeed. It seems King Gainer’s prediction that you would use Flame was correct.
Image I knew Gainer would have figured it out too.
Image Is manipulating Captain Gauli’s mind also one of the Overdevil’s powers!?
Image You will die here! Devil Ninja Technique, Chaotic Blizzard!
[The Daiku-Maryu’s bridge starts freezing over]
Image Kyaaa!
Image LULU!
Image Captain Gauli! I’ll be your opponent!
Image Hmm? One of the female warriors from the Build Angels!?
Image Watching the fight between the Captain and Seijuurou made me restless. I want to try fighting against your Ninja Techniques!
Image To challenge me knowing what I can do is the peak of folly! Prepare yourself!
Image Kyaa! Stop! Pervert!
Image Huh?
Image An opening!
[Saotome punches Gauli]
Image Ugh…
Image Angel Ninja Technique, Maiden’s Scream. You fell for it!
Image That was a Ninja Technique!?
Image And take this while you’re at it! Mmng!
[Saotome kisses Gauli]
Image Mmng! Guuuuuh!
Image Phew! To break an evil spell, a maiden’s kiss is effective, right?
Image Huh? Where am I?
Image Captain Gauli! You’ve come back to your senses!
Image Back to my senses? What happened?
Image We’ll explain later. Daiya, deploy immediately!
Image Roger!

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Super Robot Wars K - GAIKING
Image GAIKIIIING!
Image Good to see you, Daiya! Let’s kick some ass!
Image Leave it to me! This is for saving me once before! Now it’s my turn to save you!
Image Good grief. Gauli failed.
Image What a useless man.
Image Well, I wasn’t planning on him succeeding anyway. That Gaiking machine is troublesome, so we have to be careful.
Image If we team up, we can’t lose to anyone!
Image You got that right. Now, let’s start the game for real!
Image The Overdevil has started moving again!
Image Let me tell you, attacking the Overdevil is useless!
Image All right everyone. Break through the enemy lines and get Gaiking to the Overdevil!
Image Break through, but make sure not to shoot down Sara’s Overman!
Image Got it! Everyone, let’s go!
Image How about I make the game even more interesting?

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Image Cynthia, I’m going out too.
Image Go for it, Gainer.
Image Only you would say that.
Image You got this.

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Image W-what? Gainer is now huge!
Image Is this an Overskill too!?
Image That punk is wearing the Blackmail’s Overcoat!
Image He’s acting just like an Overman!
Image Now then, gentlemen! I shall personally take you on! After all, I might be the son of Satan!
Image You’re so annoying, Gainer!

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Phase two. We’ve got a buffed up Overdevil, Sara in a Jimba, and Gainer living his best life. The objective is only to move Gaiking next to the Overdevil. Shooting down the Overdevil will just have it revive, and you can only get the money once. Shooting down Sara or Gainer causes a Game Over, so don’t do that. The Black Dominators surrounding the Overdevil are more of a speedbump than anything. Keep one of them alive until the end to make sure the Overdevil doesn’t use its MAP attack. If Sara gets to 130 morale and activates the Jimba’s Overskill, it’ll make all incoming attacks use up more EN or ammo than usual.

Gain’s Emperanza now has the Brunhilde attack, a 1-3 range finisher which reduces the target’s movement. Could be useful in a future stage. Anyway, ignore Gainer and Sara, start fighting the speed bumps, and get Daiya next to the Overdevil!

Image Gainer! Wake up! Don’t let the Overdevil steal your heart! Get yourself back!
Image You, who couldn’t beat me in the game, are now confronting me? What a joke!

Image Seriously, you look like you’re sick! Where did that passion from the festival go!?
Image You’re so annoying. Cynthia and I hate guys like you the most!

Image My heart may not be as hot as Daiya’s, but it’s burning red! I’ll melt your frozen heart with my passion!
Image Being passionate is so uncool.

Image I’ve wanted to fight you for a long time! I’ll settle this with my own body!
Image You’re not thinking straight because of the Overdevil! Wake up, Gainer!

Image King Gainer’s orders are absolute. Gain, I will kill you!
Image That’s not Gainer! That’s just the Overdevil’s minion! Why can’t you see that!?

The plot continues when you move Daiya next to the Overdevil.

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Image All right, he’s in position!
Image Now, Daiya!
Image Leave it to me! FACE OPEN!
[The screen flashes red]
Image I’ll melt all the ice with my Flame!

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Image Kyaaa!
Image Cynthia!
[The screen flashes red as the Overdevil roars like a kaiju. King Gainer returns to the field]
Image King Gainer? That’s… UWAAAAH!
[The giant Gainer retreats]
Image W-where am I!?

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Image King Gainer came to me!?
Image Gainer! Get in!
Image Cynthia! You’re safe!
Image Let’s fight together against the Overdevil!
Image Of course!
[Sara turns blue]
Image Huh? What was I doing? Why am I piloting an Overman!?
Image Sara! If you can move, retreat to the Daiku-Maryu! Leave the rest to us!
Image I don’t know what’s going on, but okay!
[Sara retreats into the Daiku-Maryu]
Image Yay! Everyone is back to normal!
Image I knew you could do it, Daiya! That was magnificent!
Image Everyone! There’s no need to hold back anymore! Let’s finish off the Overdevil!
Image Overdevil! Today, we’ll finish what Meeya couldn’t! We’ll destroy you!

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Final phase! Destroy the Overdevil! It’s exactly like how it was in the first phase. I’d finish off the Black Dominators first for the extra cash, though. Of note, the Overdevil isn’t immune to debuffs, so try to hit it with Mazinger’s Rust Hurricane first for extra damage.

Image I won’t be an ice demon anymore! I’ll prove it by defeating you!

The map ends when the Overdevil is shot down for good.

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Image All right! The Overdevil has stopped moving!
Image Wait! Don’t underestimate its power! Keep your guard up!

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Image Look! It’s glowing! It’s going to use Overfreeze again!
Image Not a chance! I’ll melt it with Face Open again!
Image Daiya! Let’s do this together! I’ll ignite the Flame in my heart and melt the Overdevil’s ice! To break Overfreeze… We need Overheat!
Image Let’s go, Gainer! UUUOOOOOOHHHHHH!

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Image Dang it! My earlier Face Open is taking its toll. I couldn’t unleash my full power!
Image Daiya, I’ll take it from here! UWOOOOOOOOH!

Yoshiki Fukuyama - King Gainer Over!

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[A flash of white light]

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Image It vanished!? I felt like I had it…
Image Impossible! I didn’t know the Overdevil had an ability like that!
Image No… We couldn’t defeat it…
Image No reaction on the radar. The enemy has been completely wiped out!
Image Well… The Overdevil was a tough opponent.
Image Everyone, I’m sorry for before.
Image You remembered what you did?
Image Yes. Now that I’ve calmed down, it’s all coming back to me.
Image Does that mean you remember the maiden’s kiss too?
Image …Yes.
Image I-I don’t remember anything. It must be because of the shock.
Image For someone who claims not to remember, your face is bright red.
Image Y-you’re lying!
Image Even though it was an emergency, you did something bold in front of everyone. You just want to forget it, don’t you?
Image I’ve forgotten! No comment!
Image Speaking of maidenly kisses, there was another passionate one onboard the Daiku-Maryu, wasn’t there?
Image Huh!? Who kissed who?
Image I stepped up to the plate to bring Gauli back to his senses. It worked perfectly!
Image Is that true, Captain Gauli?
Image …
Image He looks drained…
Image He’s been completely captivated by my charm!
Image (Something’s wrong… This… This shouldn’t be happening!)
Image Don’t worry, I’ll take full responsibility! Ahahaha!
Image What an unexpected power couple. I hope you two get along.
Image Hey, Adette! Let’s grab some grub together when we get back!
Image Of course, dear.

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[Siberian Railway HQ, President’s Office]
Image Impossible… The Overdevil was defeated!? Without that, we have no way to fight against Digald… My Siberian Railway is finished!
[The door opens]
Image You couldn’t fully utilize the Overdevil’s power…
Image Who are you!?
Image Why did you want the Overdevil’s power anyway?
Image I wanted its power to rule the world. If I threatened to instantly Overfreeze the world using the rails I’ve laid all over the world… No. I… I would have just been happy to connect the world via the rails…
Image Heh. So in the end, it was just a childish dream.
Image But it’s all over now. I’ve lost the Overdevil. The Siberian Railway that I built will be stolen by those Digald bastards. This is all that Overman from Yapan’s Ceiling’s fault! Dammit all!
Image Will you join us to take your revenge?
Image What?
Image With your obsession and resentment, no, your passion, you should be able to rule this world.
Image The Siberian Railway will once again…
Image Come with me, Kids Munt. We will give you another chance.
Image …Very well. I’ll go with you. Now that Cynthia is gone and Martina Lane is missing, I have nothing left to lose.
Image (To think we’re bringing a man like this and the Overdevil into our ranks… What exactly is Gazum thinking?)

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[Lyman, Urban Area]
Image Thank goodness, Kejinan! The ice has melted!
Image Yeah. I can’t believe I’m alive again!
Image Maybe it would have been better if you died frozen in ice.
Image We just saved him! How could you say something like that!?
Image Think about it! Our trump card, the Overdevil, has been defeated! We can’t fight against Digald anymore!
Image So the Siberian Railway is finished?
Image Then how are we going to live tomorrow? We’re homeless!
Image Don’t panic. It’s unsightly.
Image Huh? Shi-- Lord Kashmir!?
Image Lord Kashmir! Please tell us! What’s going to happen to the Siberian Railway now!?
Image …I was worried about that, so I went to go see Lord Kids directly. His office was emptied. He’s gone.
Image What!? Lord Kids ran away!?
Image Did he abandon us?
Image There wasn’t even a farewell letter. I don’t know what that bald man is thinking.
Image Lord Kashmir, what should we do now?
Image I don’t want to end up homeless and freeze to death! I thought getting a job at the Railway would be a stepping stone to a comfortable life…
Image I have an idea.
Image Really? What is it?
Image Do you trust me enough to follow me?
Image Yes! Of course!
Image If it means I won’t die, I’ll go anywhere with you!
Image I’ll come too!
Image (If things get worse, I can always just run away…)
Image Then follow me.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image I can’t believe the Overdevil had an Overskill that allowed it to disappear… How unexpected.
Image No. It didn’t disappear on its own. I detected a gate reaction the moment the Overdevil vanished.
Image A gate? Did the Overdevil use a gate!?
Image There’s no way it can use a gate on its own. Calm down!
Image Is there a possibility that the Railway teamed up with Edax?
Image I don’t think so. If they could use gates, they would have fought us differently.
Image In any case, I think it’s safe to assume that Edax has acquired the Overdevil.
Image Even a pilot with Oversense as powerful as Cynthia couldn’t control it. Even if they have it, I don’t think they could control it so easily.
Image It was turning me into an Ice Queen… It was so scary…
Image An Ice Queen? The heck is that?
Image I don’t know. Only that there was once one a long time ago.
Image Anyway, one thing is certain. We need to be very careful about the Overdevil from now on.
Image Hey, what’s going to happen to the Siberian Railway?
Image They’ve lost their trump card, the Overdevil. They probably won’t be able to resist Digald anymore.
Image So they’ll be destroyed?
Image They’ll probably go bankrupt, but Digald will just occupy their facilities.
Image (What will happen to my brother, who was working for the Railway as a bodyguard?)
Image But if the Railway is taken over, will the London IMA just stand by and let that happen?
Image Digald’s invasion has probably extended all the way to London. They’re probably too busy dealing with them right now.
Image If we don’t defeat Digald as soon as possible, their invasion will only keep spreading…
Image The issue is Asuham Boone, who has clearly distanced himself from the London IMA.
Image I don’t know what he’s thinking. Well, I’m probably his main target, but I can’t predict what tactics he’ll use. If we leave him alone, he’ll show up eventually. He’s the kind of guy who won’t die even if you kill him.
Image By the way, what will you do now, Cynthia?
Image Since the Railway is gone, I can’t go back to Kids anymore. I don’t have anywhere else to go.
Image Then why don’t you fight Digald with us? With your skills, I think you’d be right at home in the Digald Suppression Army.
Image Sure, why not? Digald, huh… Their Bio Zoids are pretty tough, but fighting them is quite fun.
Image Fun? Fighting isn’t a game!
Image It’s totally like a game. You think so too, right, Gainer?
Image Cynthia, you’re wrong. Fighting isn’t a game. Sure, game techniques can be useful in real combat, but…
Image See? Fighting is no different from a game! Well then, I’m gonna get my Dominator and put it in the hangar. See ya!
[Cynthia leaves]
Image Gainer, why didn’t you firmly reject her view that fighting is a game? Have you forgotten that she got seriously injured because she had that point of view?
Image I haven’t forgotten, but she wouldn’t listen if I told her off, right? We’re going to fight together for a while, so I want to take my time to heal the distortion in her heart.
Image Gainer… All right. I’ll help you out. She’s my friend too, after all.
Image Thanks, Sara.
Image (Hey, is this what you call a love triangle?)
Image (Even if it is a love triangle, Sara is so far ahead it’s not even funny. Love triangles are only fun when there’s conflict. But maybe I just haven’t seen a proper one for myself…)
Image What’s wrong, Shizuru? Why are you looking at me?
Image Is something wrong with Goh?
Image Oh, are you sensitive to the cold? Lyman is extremely cold.
Image That’s not it. Don’t worry about it.
Image Really? That’s good then. If you need to talk, I’m here, so don’t keep things bottled up.
[Beeping]
Image This is Da Jin from Zuri. Is Lord Ra Kan there?
(Phone)
Image I’m here, Jin.
Image My Lord! Rejoice! Our comrades who read the manifesto have come to Zuri!
Image Is this true?
Image Yes. Everyone is eagerly awaiting your return, so please come back as soon as possible.
Image Understood. We’ll hurry.
Image See you soon.
[He hangs up]
Image That’s great, Ra Kan!
Image Thank you for your help.
Image Then let’s return to Zuri right away! Da Jin is waiting for us!
Image Wait. Before we leave, I want to hear from Nero’s team and Priscilla if they’ll fight with us as a response to Ra Kan’s manifesto.
Image Nero, Jose, Barrio, Carlos, will you fight alongside us against Digald to protect the peace of this planet?
Image That’s a stupid question.
Image Huh?
Image Asking a question with such an obvious answer is stupid.
Image We have spent 60 years upholding justice! Fighting evil is our purpose!
Image The four, no, five of us will fight with all our might until we crush Digald!
Image (Zzz…)
Image Thank you, everyone!
Image There’s no need to thank us.
Image Priscilla, what about you? Will you fight with us?
Image Of course! To ensure my family lives in peace, we have to defeat Digald! I’m looking forward to working with everyone!
Image Looking forward to it too, Priscilla.
Image Van is unusually friendly… Is something wrong with him?
Image I wonder…
Image (Why do I have an uneasy feeling…)
Image Kee!
Image All right! Now that we’ve gained new companions, let’s head to Zuri! Lulu, let’s go!
Image Understood! Daiku-Maryu, launch!
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Squad time! We’ve got 20+2 slots to work with. Solos are Lacus, Shinn, Kazuki, Kira, Cagalli, Sven, Mist, Gainer, Rei Mii, Ruuji, and Athrun. Pairs are Daiya/Cynthia, Roll/Selene, Nero/Sheldia, Koji/Kotona, Goh/Anna, Ti Ze/A Kan, Hiroshi/Miwa, Kenji (Jeeg)/Kyo, Gain/Maya, Ron/Kenji (Fafner), and Ra Kan/Priscilla. Mandatory deployments are Ruuji and Ra Kan. Van is unavailable to be deployed, for reasons you’ll soon read.

Last time, the gang defeated the Overdevil, but it was teleported away before they could finish it off.

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image My Lord! Rejoice! In response to your call to arms, Ti Ze and his Brastle Tiger have arrived!
Image My Lord, it’s been too long.
(Ti Ze. Zoids. CV: Ken Narita)
Image Oh, Ti Ze!
Image I, Ti Ze, will join the Digald Suppression Army!
Image I see! To have the Blazing Tiger join, why, victory is all but assured!
Image They seem quite close. Do they know each other?
Image Ti Ze was once the Captain of the 3rd Unit in the Kida military.
Image So he was Ra Kan’s subordinate.
Image The Blazing Tiger, huh… That name sounds familiar.
Image You’re thinking of Waltfeld, the Desert Tiger.
Image Ah, right. During the “Desert of Dawn” incident. That was troublesome…
Image Sorry. I made you remember something unpleasant.
Image Don’t be. It’s all in the past.
Image Yeah.
Image Actually, on the way here, I met some interesting people.
Image Interesting how?
Image Hey, come over here and greet Lord Ra Kan!
Image Which one is Ra Kan?
(A Kan. Zoids. CV: Chiaki Takahashi)
Image How insolent!
Image It’s fine. I am Ra Kan.
Image Great. I’m A Kan.
Image Ra Kan? Do they have the same name?
Image No, it’s A Kan. A-SPACE-K-A-N!
Image What a confusing name…
Image H-hello. My name is Ra Muu. My speciality is cooking…
(Ra Muu. Zoids. CV: Kurumi Mamiya)
Image Hehe. I’m Gotoshi. Call me Gochan.
(Gotoshi. Zoids. CV: Tetsuharu Ohta)
Image (What’s with this gal?)
Image Hello. I’m Furi Ten. The knowledgeable and beautiful girl!
(Furi Ten. Zoids. CV: Kimiko Koyama)
Image Heh… My name is Saiko. I’m a master of the Saiko-style. This sword is made from famous bamboo, and it possesses miraculous powers.
(Saiko. Zoids. CV: Shizuka Itou)
Image Hey, your intro is too long!
Image Ugh…
Image The five of us together are invincible! We are the Muteki-Dan!
[They strike a team pose]
(TL Note: Muteki-Dan = Team Invincible.)
Image W-who are these people?
Image Oh? Didn’t you hear me? Then, one more time. We are the Muteki-Dan!
[They strike a team pose]
Image …Is this some kind of joke?
Image Shush. Getting angry is pointless. Calm down, Yzak.
Image Keh…
Image I see some amusing characters. Ahahaha!
Image Oh, what a strong man. Can you tell me your name?
Image Whoa! You idiot! Don’t rub your belly against me!
Image Oh my! This glasses-wearing guy looks strong…
Image H-hey, stop! Don’t come any closer!
Image Hey, you! Don’t do anything weird to my Gocchin!
Image There’s no reason to get angry.
Image Ti Ze, who are these women?
Image Actually, they attacked us on the mountain path while we were on our way here.
Image They attacked you?
Image They asked, “Are you or are you not affiliated with Digald!?”. When we told them we were joining the Digald Suppression Army, they said they wanted to join too.
Image We are righteous heroes resisting the Digald’s invasion. It’s only natural that we join forces.
Image We’ve never lost to Digald.
Image Really?
Image After all, we’re the Muteki-Dan!
Image That name isn’t just for show!
Image That’s right! The Muteki-Dan is invincible! How invincible, you may ask? So invincible that we always beat everyone except those we can’t defeat.
Image I’ve heard from my merchant contacts that there’s an invincible group that specializes in attacking Digald supply units. Is that referring to you?
Image It seems we’re becoming more famous.
Image It’s the result of steadily building things up from scratch!
Image Now that we’ve joined forces, our victory is certain… Or rather, it’s absolutely certain. Besides, there were only five of us.
Image Anyway, please let us fight with you against Digald. We can fight in our Molga and handle cooking, laundry, information gathering, and anything else you can think of! Looking forward to working with you!
Image Yeah. The pleasure is ours.
Image (Are you sure about this? I don’t think they’ll be very useful…)
Image There’s no reason to refuse those who are determined to fight Digald.
Image If they’re not useful, we can put them through special training like with Ruuji!
Image By the way, Ra Kan, what’s our next plan?
Image The issue with the Siberian Railway is settled, so it’s time to take the fight to Digald.
Image We’re newcomers when it comes to this world. We’d like to let Ra Kan take the lead in planning a strategy.
Image I don’t think I can be of much help regarding Area Zi. Sorry.
Image Understood. Jin, what’s the situation in the other regions?
Image Iron Rock, Trough, Halayard, and other various towns and villages throughout Area Zi have been occupied. Their residents are suffering. We must liberate them as soon as possible!
Image (Iron Rock…)
Image Let’s start with Halayard! If that place remains occupied, the people of Mirodo Village will be in danger. Besides, I still want to find clues about a Generator craftsman.
Image I’d rather we attack Trough, where Digald has their fortress! That would be the perfect way to show them our strength!
Image …
Image Uncle?
Image Is something the matter?
Image …Regarding our first attack, I have an idea. Will you hear me out?

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[Dig, Royal Palace]
Image Jiin, I heard the unit we sent to Lyman was completely wiped out.
Image Yes. According to the report, they were frozen solid by a giant Overman.
Image Frozen solid? I don’t think that would affect a Bio Zoid that much…
Image Overmen abilities are inexplicable. Even if I say frozen, it’s probably not ordinary ice.
Image I see…
Image And there’s more to the report.
Image More?
Image After wiping out our unit, the Overman apparently went berserk and froze the entire city. A giant dragon-type Zoid appeared and destroyed that Overman.
Image A dragon-type Zoid!?
Image It’s the Daiku-Maryu that you mentioned in the report. It seems to be a Zoid belonging to Ra Kan’s group. Just recently, the unit that attacked Zuri was defeated by them.
Image Was there a blue liger-type among them?
Image Dunno. It wasn’t mentioned in the report.
Image Dammit…
Image There are reports that Ra Kan sent manifestos to various guerrilla groups throughout Area Zi, urging them to rise up. We can no longer afford to leave them alone.
Image But they’re quite strong…
Image Their strength is evident from the fact that Georg and Souta were defeated. Is there a way we can counter them?
[The door opens]
Image You seem to be in a pickle. Shall I lend you a hand?
Image Who are you!?
Image What are the guards doing!? There’s an intruder!
Image They’ve already been knocked out.
Image What!?
Image I requested an audience with General Jiin, but they wouldn’t grant me one. I had to resort to slightly forceful methods.
Image What’s “slightly” about that?
Image I could have destroyed this building. Compared to that, this is nothing.
Image You bastard! I won’t tolerate your outrageous behavior! I’ll kill you!
Image Hold it, Zairin.
Image Jiin!?
Image Did you say you would help us?
Image Yes. You want to defeat the dragon-type Zoid, yes? I’ll help you with that.
Image Interesting. What do you have in mind?
Image Jiin! Don’t take anything this guy says seriously!
Image This man’s confident demeanor and his ability to knock out our best guards makes me think it’s worth at least hearing him out.
Image Jiin…
Image You’re the top dog of Digald for a reason. You have a keen eye for people.
Image Hmph. What’s your name?
Image Gil Berg.
Image Gil, let’s hear what you have to say.
Image All right. Where to start…

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image What!? You want to attack Dig directly!?
Image You know that’s Digald’s capital, right?
Image Uncle, this is too reckless!
Image We’re not trying to conquer the city. The important thing is that we, the Digald Suppression Army, attacked it.
Image I see… If the news spreads that the Suppression Army attacked the capital…
Image It would give the hesitant guerrillas a reason to join us.
Image We need more allies to fight Digald. To that end, we must show that we’re qualified.
Image Then I agree! Let’s attack Dig!
Image We can use the gate for a surprise attack. If successful, we might be able to capture the capital!
Image It’s best not to think optimistically. That would lead to complacency.
Image Don’t butt in with comments like that!
Image Sorry…
Image I’ve heard the story! No need to think harder. LET’S GO!
Image Ideally, we’d like more information about Dig’s layout.
Image I’ve heard some rumors about Dig.
Image What kind of rumors?
Image That they’re producing Bio Zoids in a factory inside the city.
Image That’s ridiculous! Zoids are only excavated!
Image That’s why I said it’s a rumor.
Image (The truth is a little different, but this isn’t the time to talk about that.)
Image Our objective is the surprise attack itself. Once we’ve inflicted some damage on Dig, we’ll teleport out.
Image But please only attack military facilities. Ensure that no harm comes to residential areas.
Image If we hurt civilians, we’d no longer be heroes of justice.
Image Even if we’re not heroes, we should still distinguish between civilian and military buildings.
Image Involving civilians is absolutely unforgivable!
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Image Shinn…
Image I agree with Shinn. I don’t want to needlessly cause suffering to innocent people. Though I’m not really in a position to say that, considering the damage I caused to Mirodo Village…
Image Ruuji, no one has the right to belittle your ideals. You’re aware of the power you possess, right? You’re not blindly wielding your power based on some twisted logic or justice.
Image Shinn…
Image T-that’s just something I heard from someone else. I mean, I thought “what the hell is this guy talking about?” when I first heard that, so feel free to not take me too seriously.
Image I really appreciate what you’re saying.
Image …
Image Is something the matter, Athrun?
Image No. I’m just happy he took it to heart.
Image ?
Image That’s the privilege of being a senior. It seems the seeds you sowed are bearing fruit.
Image I wasn’t the one who nurtured them. It was everyone here.
Image If there’s nothing else, I’d like to head to Dig as soon as we’re ready. Is that okay, Cagalli?
Image Yes. I’ll inform everyone.
[The door opens]
Image Van! I’ve got a lead! Oh, you’re in a meeting? My apologies!
Image Carmen!
Image You got a lead on The Claw!?
Image W-what about the craftsman? Did you learn anything about that!?
Image Both of you, calm down. You’re in a meeting, aren’t you?
Image We just adjourned. You can continue.
Image So, what did you find out?
Image What about a craftsman!?
Image I didn’t find a craftsman. Sorry.
Image Aw man…
Image But I got some promising intel about The Claw.
Image Really!?
Image I went to the coordinates I mentioned earlier and it looks like The Claw’s gang is constructing some kind of facility there.
Image A facility? What kind?
Image I couldn’t find out that much, but they seem to be building a large tower.
Image A tower?
Image What could they be trying to do with a tower?
Image I don’t care why! Is he there!?
Image A merchant said he saw a man with a claw for a hand heading there.
Image Good enough for me! Hey, Glasses! Teleport me to that location!
Image Huh? But we’re about to launch an attack…
Image I couldn’t give a crap about Digald! I only care about The Claw!
Image Van, aren’t you being selfish? We’ve been working well as a team until now…
Image Shut up! I don’t have time to argue!!
Image Quit it, Goh. Van loses all sense of reason when The Claw is involved.
Image I wouldn’t want to fight alongside someone like that.
Image That’s surprisingly sensible of you, Dick.
Image Garis did promise Van he’d let him go after the clawed man if he showed up…
Image Right. Now that you mention it, he did say something like that. So you shouldn’t have any complaints!
Image Did he really?
Image If it’s a temporary departure, I’d say let him go. We can’t accurately judge Digald’s current military strength, but we only need to perform a quick surprise attack. We can pull that off without Van.
Image See? He agrees!
Image I’m in agreement too.
Image Ra Kan, what do you think?
Image Van, if the clawed man is really there, will you return to us once your objective is complete?
Image Who knows? I haven’t thought a lick about what I’d do after that bastard is dead and buried. Besides, I made it clear from the start that I was only working with you until I got information about The Claw.
Image …It seems it’s been decided. Professor Sakon, please teleport Van to that location.
Image I owe you one!
Image I’m going too. The woman I’m chasing should also be there. By the way, unlike Van, I plan to stick around the Daiku-Maryu once my own business is done.
Image I’m going too! I want to know what my brother is trying to accomplish.
Image Same here! My brother is chasing The Claw, so maybe he’ll be there.
Image If four of us are going, my hover scooter can’t hold us all.
Image You can use the Daiku-Maryu’s air car. It’s my father’s, so please don’t break it.
Image Thank you, Lulu.
Image Now that that’s settled, let’s get going already!
Image I’m sorry for his selfishness. I’ll see you later!
[Van’s group leaves]
Image He’s gone…
Image I always thought he was strange, but I didn’t think he was this crazy.
Image He’s fine. I know how he feels. Overcoming a loved one’s death is difficult.
Image …
Image But that doesn’t mean he’s justified.
Image I know he’s not entirely consumed by hatred, but…
Image I wonder if Van will come back. I think if his single-mindedness was directed towards something more productive, he could accomplish anything.
Image I agree…
Image More importantly, I’m curious about that tower.
Image If they’re trying to create a new world and such a structure is necessary… Could it be a radio tower?
Image Would it emit radio waves to control people’s minds? Even without that, there’s already plenty of ways to do that in this world.
Image It probably looks like a tower, but it actually something completely different.
Image We have no way of knowing what it is.
Image Are large structures rare in this world?
Image In Siberia, there’s only the Domepolises and the Railway’s HQ, but they’re ancient structures that have been repaired and reused.
Image In Area Zi, there are some fairly large things like Generators, but according to Carmen’s report, this seems even bigger than that.
Image (The clawed man and a mysterious facility, eh? I might need to investigate…)
Image Hmm? Did you say something, Ron?
Image Nope. More importantly, shouldn’t we be getting ready to deploy?
Image That’s right. Let’s leave the clawed man to Van.
Image Let’s take down Digald!
Image Cagalli, if you would.
Image Right. All personnel, prepare for combat!

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[Snowy Mountains]
Image Hey! Where are we? I don’t see a big tower!
Image It’s not here.
Image Why not!? Where are we now!?
Image I asked Professor Sakon to teleport us a little ways off from our destination. It would be dangerous to suddenly appear in the middle of The Claw’s base, right?
Image …Fair…
Image Don’t be so impatient. We’ll see it just by walking a little further.
Image …It seems that’s not going to happen. Carmen, look over there!
Image Ah! That’s an Armor!
Image It looks like they were waiting for us.
Image I must have been spotted when I was last here, so they beefed up their security.
Image Are they trying to get in my way? What a joke! I’ll kick that Armor to pieces with Dann! You guys stay here!
[Van runs off]
Image We’re counting on you, Van!
Image Van…

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Chapter 25: Surprise Attack

Super Robot Wars K - Dann of Thursday

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Image Hey, you in the Armor! Are you one of The Claw’s buddies!?
Image …We increased patrols after receiving reports of an intruder, but I never imagined you’d fall into our net… Dann of Thursday!
(William Will Woo. GxS. CV: Mitsukai Madono)
Image Oh, so you know about dann? You’re definitely part of The Claw’s gang!
Image My name is William Will Woo! Son of Ku Krying Kru… And one of the new Original Seven!
Image Original Seven? Are you planning to avenge Gadved!?
Image I do not possess such vulgar emotions. My mission is to eliminate those who trouble the hearts of my comrades. I swear this to my sword, and I shall die with my sword! Wake up, Metsa!
Image What a pretentious guy… I won’t be defeated so easily! Wake up, Dann!
Image An old type, huh… Come at me!
Image Don’t tell me what to do!

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Image To be able to operate it that well without proper training… You must have talent. But I have greater talent than you! You needed your neural electricity amplified to be able to use Dann, but I didn’t need to be modified! Do you understand? This is the new possibility that’s being born on this planet! Old types like you and Gadved are nothing but relics of the past!
Image What!?

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Image Gah!
Image I’ve heard rumors about you… You maintain a sense of composure in battle, but you refuse to properly face your opponent. You deceive yourself into thinking you fear nothing, hiding your life behind fleeting emotions!
Image Dammit! What nonsense are you talking about!?
Image You’ve never faced your life head-on!
Image I have no idea what you’re saying!
Image Prepare yourself and learn about your true self! The way you tremble with fear for the first time… You’re nothing but a coward!
Image Shut up! I’m not afraid of anything!

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For the first part of this chapter, we’ve got a duel between Van and Woo, piloting Metsa of Tuesday. You don’t need to win this duel, but you should try to do so anyway.

SECRET ALERT
Gun X Sword characters #2
Have Van defeat Woo.

We’re at a HP disadvantage, but there are things we can do to make this easy. Metsa’s ranged attack has the beam attribute, so you can equip a beam coat or barrier. You can give Van a repair kit to fully heal. You can equip Dann with a HP regen part. You can take advantage of the 20% terrain cliffs. You can buff up Dann’s stats in the intermission. You can avoid entire attacks using spirits. This fight is easily winnable with a little prep.

This part ends when the duel is over. Of course, I’m going to assume you won.

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Image The fun ends here! Witness the true power of Metsa of Tuesday!

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Image GAAAAAAH!
Image Now, what should I do with you? I could cut you into pieces as a warning, or maybe…

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Image Comrade Woo, you’re being summoned! Come back!
(Carossa. GXS. CV: Makiko Omoto)
Image What!?
Image The Saudade’s launch is about to begin…
(Melissa. GXS. CV: Chiwa Saito)
Image I see… Very well. Unnecessarily taking lives goes against the Comrade’s intentions. I only need to eliminate the nuisances. Old type! Disappear from this place immediately! Never pursue the Comrade again!
Image Ugh…
Image Carossa, Melissa, let’s go back.
[They leave]
Image Van!
Image Van!
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Image Van! VAN!! Can you hear me!? Say something! Answer me!
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Image Van! VAAAAAAAAAN!!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image All crew members, launch preparations are complete!
Image Professor, open the gate! Lulu, let’s go!
Image Opening the gate to Dig!
Image Daiku-Maryu, launch!
Image Aye aye!

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Image Is this Dig?
Image It’s too quiet… Is this really their capital?
Image We’re at war and there’s no one here to greet us?
Image Something’s wrong. The place is completely deserted!
Image What’s going on?
Image I have a bad feeling about this…
[Beeping]
Image A spatial anomaly! Are they using a gate!?

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Image Ah! Digald!
Image Halt their movements!

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Image Felme, now’s your chance!
Image Leave it to me… Hehe…
(Felme. Zoids. CV: Mako Hyōdō)

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Image Ahhh!
Image Gah!
Image Regroup!
Image On it!
Image Shizuka, damage report!
Image The power system’s been hit! We can’t move!
Image What!?
Image Same here, Captain Ramius!
Image We fell for their ambush!
Image We were supposed to be the ones launching a surprise attack!
Image Immobilized with just one attack… Gotta give props to the enemy.
Image This isn’t the time to be impressed!
Image Did they expect us to attack Dig!?
Image I can’t believe Ra Kan’s gang actually showed up.
Image But now they can’t move. Prepare for a slow torture!
Image I’ll give you a taste of your own medicine for what happened last time!

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Image Hehehe… We expected you to launch a surprise attack on the capital!
Image Gil Berg!
Image That bastard’s deployed to Digald now!?
Image I was careless! I knew that Edax was behind Digald, so of course they’d know what gates are capable of!
Image There’s no point in regretting it now! What’s the plan!?
Image All units, sortie immediately! We can’t let them defeat us like this!
Image You read my mind. Uncle, let’s get out there!
Image Understood!

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Deploy the troops!

Image Ruuji, I’m so happy to see you again. You’ll be the Volcano’s first victim!
Image Zairin, you’ve switched to a new Zoid!
Image Everyone, please hold out until the ships are able to be moved!
Image Against this many enemies? All right… I’m getting excited!
Image No matter what predicament we’re in, we’ll never give up! That’s what being a Mobile Samurai is all about!
Image Good attitude, kid! Let’s fight without giving up!

First, the new recruits!

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[Brastle Tiger]
A long ranged assault Zoid like the Bamburian. Like other land-based Zoids, it has trouble hitting flying enemies with the attacks that matter, but it does have a MAP attack. It doesn’t have any Lio weapons, but its best attack does inflict Movement Down. Ti Ze lacks Hit & Away, so he works best as a partner to another long ranged unit, like Ron.

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[Molga Canory]
A weak support-based Zoid. It has both repair and resupply, so it’s the perfect partner for any land-based Super Robot. Make sure you buff its defenses so it doesn’t get obliterated by enemy combo attacks. Its best attack, while being range 1-3, does reduce the enemy’s morale, which is never a bad thing (also the animation is hilarious).

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[Dominator]
A weird close-ranged Overman. When its Overskill activates, it will always use Shield Defense when attacked, which stacks with its Photon Mat barrier. Plus, it has a bunshin. Outside of that, its defenses are weak. If you want to use it, keep it solo to take advantage of its decently strong combo attacks.

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For bosses, we’ve got Georg in his Bio Tricera, Felme in her Bio Ptera, Souta in his Bio Kentro, Zairin in his new Bio Volcano, and Gil Berg in his Gil Gear. The gang is surrounded, so you can either turtle up in the center or split into different groups to take on all the bosses sooner. None of the bosses leave at low HP. The only thing to worry about is that the Gil Gear and Bio Volcano have MAP attacks, so watch out for those.

Even though the bosses won’t move for the first few turns, once they do move, Georg, Zairin, and Gil Berg will zero-in on Ra Kan, Ruuji, and Roll respectively.

First, the first-combat lines.

Image I can’t believe we ran into Gil Berg in a place like this!
Image He’s so persistent and annoying! He’s truly the worst kind of man!
Image Why is he helping Digald?
Image The reason doesn’t matter! We’re just going to defeat him! Let’s go, everyone!

Image I should be a little stronger after my training with Seijuurou! I’ll give it my all!

Image We were supposed to launch a surprise attack, so why are we the ones surrounded? Oh well. I’ll just destroy them all!

Image I never imagined that we’d be ambushed… But our objective hasn’t changed. Let’s leave our mark on Dig!

Image I’m used to being outnumbered like this! This is nothing. I’m not surprised at all!

Image Ruuji, there are many things you can only learn in actual combat. Don’t let your guard down for even a second!

And now, the boss dialogues. There are scenes that happen after you defeat Georg and Zairin.

Image Some kind of clown seems to be piloting that thing!
Image Hehe… You sure talk like a goody two-shoes…
Image I didn’t mean it like that, but you give me a really bad vibe!

Image Rainbow Jerk… I’ll tear off your wings and send you into the mud!
Image Are you challenging me to an aerial battle? You’re the one who’ll end up in the dirt!

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Image Heh. You’re quite capable, aren’t you? All right, I’ll let you off the hook this time. But things won’t go your way next time…

Image Gil Berg! How persistent can you be, chasing us all the way here!?
Image Dangaioh! To defeat you, I’ll chase you to the very depths of Hell!
Image Unfortunately, we have no plans to go there. If you want to go to Hell, go by yourself!

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Image Dammit! Digald, you’re completely useless! You can’t even defeat them with this many troops!? I have no choice, I must retreat!

Image That Lanstag is no match for my Bio Kentro!
Image Don’t underestimate my freshly upgraded Lanstag! Besides, why is a child like you piloting a Bio Zoid!?

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Image What’s wrong, Bio Kentro!? Move! Please move! UWAAAAH!
[The Bio Kentro explodes]
Image The pilot was thrown out of the cockpit!? It really is just a kid! Why was a child piloting a Bio Zoid?

Image Ra Kan! Today, I’ll kill you!
Image Sorry, but I must return alive! I will only die after I defeat Digald and restore the Kida Kingdom!

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Image Impossible! To think this Bio Tricera would take this much damage… Should I retreat? Huh!? My machine isn’t responding! I can’t even escape! At this rate…
Image NOW!
[Ra Kan moves next to Georg if not already]
Image UUUOOOOOOHHHH!

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Image D-damn you, Ra Kan! You, of all people… I will definitely… With my own hands… GAAAAAAAAAH!
[Georg explodes]

Image What a garish red color! Even if it had to be red, couldn’t you have chosen a cuter shade?
Image Seeking cuteness on the battlefield!? Do you take nothing seriously!?

Image Ruuji! I’ll show you the power of the newest Zoid, the Volcano!
Image What’s so special about that!? No matter what you pilot, I have to defeat it! Otherwise, we’ll never defeat Digald!

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Image HAHAHAHA! The Volcano is still holding-- Ugh! W-what!? What was this pain? Did an old wound reopen?
Image Zairin, you’re wide open!
Image Dammit!
[If in Hayate form, the Liger transforms into Murasame form]
Image Take my Murasame Sword! UUUOOOOOOHHH!
[Ruuji moves next to Zairin if not already]

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Image It’s useless, Ruuji! This Volcano won’t be defeated by that kind of attack!
Image W-what incredible power!
Image You’re being overpowered, Ruuji! You can’t win against him head-on!
Image Right! If Murasame Liger’s sword isn’t enough alone, then I’ll use Hayate Liger’s speed to get close!
[Transforms into Hayate] (Because of the flying part I gave the Liger, it automatically flies when it transforms, even in cutscenes)
Image Run! Hayate Liger!
Image This is bad! The enemy has seen through Ruuji’s movements!

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Image You did well to jump into the Volcano’s embrace, but such weak attacks won’t even leave a scratch, Ruuji!
Image Dang it!
Image Ruuji! That Zoid perfectly analyzed your movements! You can’t win by fighting like you normally do!
Image He’s right! Just charging in won’t work! Watch your opponent’s moves carefully! Quickly jump in close and deliver a fatal blow! Show us the results of your training!
Image Shinn, Seijuurou… Got it. I’ll give it a try! No matter how fast my movements are, Hayate is too weak, but even Murasame’s sword was repelled… How can I unleash a more powerful attack!?
Image Why are you spacing out in the middle of battle, Ruuji!?

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Image UWAAAAH!
Image What’s wrong? Is that all you’re capable of!?
Image Dang it! I can’t beat him at this rate… How can I unleash a stronger attack!?
Image …That’s it! If I had two Murasame swords…

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Super Robot Wars K - Evolt
Image W-what!? It transformed again!?
Image What!? His Lio Sword became two!
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Image All right! With this, I… Huh? Mugen? That’s right. This is Mugen Liger! GO, MUGEN LIGER!!
Image W-what!?

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Image GAAAH!
Image Did you get him!?
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Image A-amazing… Such overwhelming power! This is Mugen Liger!
Image To think you had another trick left… I seem to have underestimated you, Ruuji! But that attack… Ugh! My legs were damaged. I can’t keep fighting like this!
Image What’s wrong, Zairin!? Are you so surprised by my Mugen Liger’s strength that you can ‘t move!?
Image Ruuji… It seems I have made a mistake. Let’s end this for today. Farewell!
[Zairin retreats]
Image Wait! Zairin!
Image Stop, Ruuji! Don’t pursue him!
Image R-roger…
Image (Zairin, next time we meet, I’ll settle our grudge!)

The final Evolt!

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[Mugen Liger]
The Liger’s form that focuses on attack and defense. Mugen Liger has reduced mobility and movement compared to Murasame, but higher firepower in exchange. It still has difficulty hitting aerial units without help from parts. Whichever Liger form you want to use depends on the situation, between the high firepower and defensive but slow Mugen, the speedy but weak Hayate (with a bunshin), or the all-rounder Murasame.

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image There’s still so many of them! This is the capital, after all.
Image Are those flying Bio Zoids!?
Image And there’s so many of them!
Image And that Bio Zoid in the center is way bigger than Deadly Kong! That should be impossible!
Image I will annihilate anyone who defies me!
Image Everyone! The repairs are finished! We can escape at any time!
Image We’re done here too!
Image All right. All units, retreat! We’ve fulfilled our objective!
Image Understood! Retreating!
Image Wait, Uncle! Earlier, one of the Bio Zoid pilots was thrown out, and it’s a little boy!
Image Ignore him! He’s an enemy!
Image But he’s still a child! He must have been forced to pilot a Bio Zoid! I feel sorry for him! Let me save him!
Image Grab him. We might be able to get some intel out of him.
Image Soushi!
Image Sara, Soushi might be saying that, but deep down, he wants to help him.
Image He’s just shy.
Image Please! Let me save him!
Image Lulu! Listen to Rei Mii’s request. Take the pilot aboard the Daiku-Maryu!
Image Roger. Rongo!
Image Aye aye…
[The Daiku-Maryu moves to where Souta was shot down]
Image We got him!
Image Okay. All units, retreat!
[All normal units retreat]
Image All units have been recovered!
Image The gate is ready!
Image Daiku-Maryu, launch!
Image Archangel, launch!
[The Archangel and Daiku-Maryu leave]
Image Damn you, Ra Kan… I’ll let you off the hook for today…

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[Daiku-Maryu, Hangar]
Image Hey, Ruuji! Murasamae Liger transformed again!
Image HEY! What kind of magic was that!?
Image What kind of Liger did it turn into this time?
Image It’s called Mugen Liger. That’s the name that popped into my head.
Image Mugen Liger… That’s a nice name.
Image Indeed. Just like its name suggests, it holds infinite possibilities.
(TL Note: Mugen means infinity.)
Image Its Lio sword became two. That’s twice the power!
Image He stole my spotlight. I’m so jealous!
Image Yeah, I was surprised. It was incredibly powerful! But if I never got that training from Seijuurou, I wonder if I could have attained it… Thank you, Seijuurou!
Image Your training has only just begun. If you’re satisfied with where you are, you’ll never master true strength.
Image Understood! I’ll work even harder! Also, Shinn, thank you for your advice!
Image Huh? But I didn’t do anything…
Image If Rey were here, he would have given more sensible advice.
Image Don’t say that!
Image So you admit you gave advice.
Image But… Well… I just couldn’t keep quiet, I guess… I admit if Rey were here, he would have been more concise…
Image *Sigh* Why are there so many stubborn people in this unit?
Image Is it male pride?
Image For most of them, sure. But in Shinn’s case, he’s probably just acting childish.
Image You’re Seijuurou, right? Can I have a word with you?
Image Hmm?
Image A merchant I know happened to have some upgrade parts compatible with your Soul Tiger. If you don’t mind, can I add them to your Zoid?
Image An upgrade?
Image I ask, but I’ve already instructed Shizuka to install it without your permission. I call it the Soul Tiger Boost! If you don’t like it, I can have it removed.
Image No, it’s fine. I’m grateful.
Image It’s great you got parts for your Soul Tiger, Seijuurou!
Image Yeah…
Image It sure is convenient that you found upgrade parts at the perfect time.
Image It must be karma since Seijuurou is such a good person.
Image Karma, huh? It feels too convenient, though… Oh well.

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[Dig, Royal Palace]
Image What happened to the enemy?
(Emperor Larada III. Zoids. CV: Tatsuyuki Ishimori)
Image Don’t worry, we drove them away.
Image How could you allow the enemy to infiltrate Dig? What a disgrace!
Image The enemy possesses a superweapon that manipulates space-time gates. They can bypass our defenses and instantly travel to Dig.
Image Space-time gates? What nonsense are you talking about!? *Cough*
Image Father, getting riled up is bad for your health. Please return to your bedroom and rest. Now, if you’ll excuse me…
[Jiin leaves]
Image Jiin, what are you plotting!? *Cough cough cough*

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[Dig, Hallway]
Image His Majesty must have been furious, wasn’t he?
Image Yes, he was quite angry. It’s understandable, considering the capital was attacked.
Image It would have been good if we could at least have captured Ra Kan’s head, but we let him escape so easily… I feel pathetic, especially after receiving the Volcano…
Image Don’t worry about it. We can rush Ra Kan’s merry men at any time. More importantly, I have something I need to do.
Image What is it?
Image We’re going to launch a full-scale attack…
Image On Sora City?
Image Felme!
Image Pardon me… Hey, Jiin?
Image Hmm?
Image Have you seen Souta? He’s been missing ever since the battle ended.
Image No, I haven’t seen him.
Image Me neither…
Image I see… Did he get caught in the Bio Kentro’s explosion and die? What a foolish boy… So, Jiin, are you really planning to attack Sora City?
Image Yes. I have one more problem to take care of, then that’s next on the docket.
Image Hehe… I’m looking forward to it.
Image (What’s Sora City? And what’s this intense exhaustion I feel after piloting the Volcano? Does piloting that Zoid require that much physical strength?)

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image My Lord! Welcome back!
Image Thanks…
Image How did it go?
Image Digald read us like a book.
Image What!?
Image We intended to launch a surprise attack, but we were ambushed instead. We almost lost too. But thanks to everyone, we managed to pull through.
Image That’s excellent news. Let’s prepare a celebratory feast.
Image Now you’re talking!
Image I don’t think this is the time to party.
Image Huh!?
Image Do you recall the number of reinforcements that appeared at the end?
Image I lost count…
Image They even had flying Bio Zoids. I heard in Area Zi, just having a Zoid that can fly gives you a huge advantage in combat.
Image Bio Raptors alone are troublesome, but if they deployed a large number of flying Bio Zoids in actual combat…
Image We’d lose any advantage we have.
Image Those Digald punks are getting more and more arrogant!
Image That’s why I have a suggestion for you, Ra Kan.
Image Go on.
Image I want to ask for help from someone I know.
Image Someone you know? Who?
Image Well…
Image (Given how critical the situation is, I should probably spill the beans…)
Image At this point, it doesn’t matter who it is. We need as many allies as possible right now. If they’re friends of yours, then they’re friends of ours!
Image That’s right. If Ron trusts them, I’m sure we can too.
Image Garaga… Ruuji… Okay. I’ll tell you the truth.
Image The truth?
Image It sounds like you’ve been hiding something this whole time.
Image I have, yes. But I don’t think you’ll understand if I just tell you, so we should go to Sora City so I can show you instead. Seeing is believing, after all.
Image Sora City? What’s that?
Image Simply put, it’s a city floating in the sky. Humans called the Soraites with an advanced civilization live there. It’s where I came from.
Image Huh? What are you talking about? Do you have a fever or something?
Image See? You don’t believe me even if I tell you. That’s why it’s faster if I just show you.
Image So you’re from this Sora City, which is an entire city that floats in midair, right?
Image That’s right. I’m a Soraite.
Image Then when you said you would ask for help…
Image We need to get Lio bullets. With those, we can fight against the Bio Zoid army.
Image Considering the fact that you’ve kept this a secret until now, is there a reason why normal people aren’t aware of Sora City’s existence?
Image Kinda…
Image Will they really help us?
Image They’ll help. No, they have to help. After all, it was the Soraites who provided Digald with Bio Zoid technology.
Image What!?
Image So they’re the reason why Digald is taking over the world!?
Image We did it with good intentions, to advance civilization on the surface… But we underestimated Jiin’s ambitions. Anyway, the Soraites have an obligation to take responsibility for what’s happened.
Image Sora City, huh… What do you think, Lacus?
Image Digald possesses overwhelming military power. To counter that, we have no choice but to find an even larger sword. As Ron said, I think we should go to Sora City and request their help.
Image I agree. We could fight with just the Daiku-Maryu and Archangel, but as things stand, we’ll be worn down and cornered. We can’t afford to lose.
Image Understood. Then let’s head to Sora City.
[The door opens]
Image Excuse me! Is Lady Cagalli here?
Image That’d be me.
Image There’s an emergency! Lady Carmen’s group has just returned, but they’re all injured! Could you please come immediately!
Image What!? Vice-Captain Rosa, contact Dr. Franklin immediately!
Image On it!
Image I’ll go check on them!
Image I’m going too!
Image Let’s go too, Micchi!
Image Yes!
Image (They all came back injured? What the hell happened to them?)

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[Daiku-Maryu, Infirmary]
Image Carmen! Are you okay?
Image Yes. It’s just a scratch.
Image Are Wendy and Joshua okay too?
Image Yes, somehow…
Image I’m fine, but Van…
Image Hey, Van, are you okay?
Image …
Image Van, what’s wrong? You seem to be in shock…
Image He fought against one of The Claw’s subordinate’s Armor and lost…
Image He got beaten pretty badly…
Image Since then, he’s been like a shell of his former self… He won’t even talk to us.
Image Since you fought one of The Claw’s men, does that mean you reached your destination?
Image We got close thanks to the gate, but…
Image Security was incredibly tight, so we couldn’t reach it.
Image However, I managed to hack into one of their computers and got a lot of intel. The Claw is planning something terrible!
Image Something terrible?
Image If we don’t stop him, it will mean the end of us all! We have to deal with this first before Digald!
Image What do you mean?
Image Cagalli, can you gather everyone? This is extremely important.
Image Understood! Let’s gather at Ra Kan’s castle.
Image Van! You have to come with me and help me explain! Van!
Image …
Image Dammit. He’s completely useless right now. Wendy, please keep an eye on him.
Image Okay.
Image Let’s go. We don’t have time to waste!
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This is an intermission stage that exists so you can choose between different route splits.

Last time, the gang defeated the Overdevil and effectively destroyed the Siberian Railway. But something is afoot with The Claw.

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image The Time of Happiness Plan?
Image What a really abstract name.
Image Did you find out what it is?
Image Not exactly, but if it succeeds, it seems everyone on the planet will be controlled by The Claw.
Image The Claw will rule the world?
Image Yes. One of his subordinates said “Thanks to the will of our comrade, this world will become one and usher in an era of happiness”.
Image Did he say anything else?
Image He was a pretty low ranking member, so that’s all he knew.
Image Van is in this state and we don’t know the details of the plan…
Image That’s not much to work on.
Image Yeah, but I did find out one more thing. They’re planning to launch a rocket into space.
Image A rocket?
Image What I thought was a tower was actually a rocket! In this world, rockets are advanced technology, so it only looks like a tower…
Image It can fly higher than an airship, right?
Image Not just higher than an airship, but it can go into space!
Image Huh? Space?
Image Don’t you know about space?
Image Only that it’s somewhere high up in the sky.
Image That’s understandable. On this Earth, unless you look for it, you don’t really learn about anything unnecessary. Gainer, you probably learned about space through your games, right?
Image Is that a problem?
Image I’m not saying it’s a bad thing, but it’s probably due to the popularity of that “Overman Battle” game. It’s funny how information that adults have been hiding is so easily exposed to young people.
Image Speaking of which, even where I was working, there weren’t many people who understood the concept of space.
Image What do they intend to do by launching a rocket? Observation? An orbital strategic weapon? Transportation? It could be anything.
Image I tried to hack into the computer to find out, but The Claw’s gang discovered me and I barely escaped with my life. If I knew this would have happened, I would have asked Professor Sakon or Kira to come with me.
Image Hmm. I’m curious about what they intend to do.
Image We may not know what the rocket is for, but if we leave The Claw unchecked, he might dominate the world. We have to stop him!
Image So what should we do? Destroy the rocket?
Image That’s the top priority. I have a feeling that if it’s launched, we’re finished.
Image What should we do? Should we stop attacking Dig and focus on the rocket?
Image I think we should take down the flying Bio Zoids…
Image Then let’s split into two groups. Since both are crises for this world, we can’t just ignore one.
Image Okay. Going to Sora City with the Daiku-Maryu will be Ra Kan’s group, the Dannar Base pilots, the Dangaioh team, and MARZ. The rest will head to the clawed man’s base!
Image Representative Athha, where should we go?
Image Since the Serkerius isn’t ready yet, please let me go with Mist.
Image I’ll go too. If Angelica is there, I have to provide support.
Image Since the Serkerius isn’t ready yet, please let me go with Mist.
Image Representative Athha, where should we go?
Image Please let me go with Mist too.
How should Cagalli respond?

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>Accompany the Archangel
>Go with the Daiku-Maryu to Sora City

It’s time for the third route split of the game! Once again, I’ll be covering both splits.

Going with the Archangel to stop The Claw are the casts of Gundam SEED Destiny, Stargazer, King Gainer, Fafner, Mazinger Z, Kotetsushin Jeeg, and Gun X Sword.

Going with the Daiku-Maryu are the casts of Virtual-ON, Zoids Genesis, Gaiking, Dangaioh, and Godannar.

Unlike the previous splits, Mist, Angelica, and Sheldia will stick together.

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Go with the Archangel.

Zoids Characters #1
Go with the Daiku-Maryu

My main file (Gundam/Zoids secrets and Angelica Route) goes with the Daiku-Maryu.

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Image You guys will go to Sora City on the Daiku-Maryu.
Image Roger.
Image And Sheldia, don’t worry too much about your sister. There are plenty of people in the unit who have similar problems. They might even be able to give you some advice.
Image Got it! Thank you, Cagie!
Image Cagie? Well, whatever…
Image Angelica, I know what happened to your father is hard for you. Please let Mist help you.
Image Got it. Thank you for your concern.
Image Okay. I’ll let my superiors in Sora City know that we’re coming. We don’t want to be turned away at the gate if we show up unexpectedly.
Image I still can’t believe this Sora City place exists and that’s where you’re from…
Image Isn’t he a Soraite? I know he’s smart, but…
Image We haven’t known him for long, but he certainly has a different aura compared to everyone else in Area Zi.
Image The upgrades to the Sword Wolf and Lanstag were probably only possible thanks to this Soraite technology…
Image Can we trust him? I’m not entirely convinced…
Image Soushi…
Image You’re still saying things like that!?
Image Ron is a friend who fought alongside us for countless battles! Of course we can trust him!
Image He’s right! I trust Ron!
Image Ron might be trustworthy, but from what I can tell, the Soraites might not be a unified group…
Image Well, when you have a group of people, there are bound to be some with differing opinions.
Image It would be fine if it was limited to opinions. There might be a faction that’s colluding with Digald.
Image What you’re trying to say is that we shouldn’t let our guard down, right?
Image What, is that all? You should have just said that to begin with!
Image …Sorry.
Image Nah, it’s fine! True friends are ones who can clearly express what they’re trying to say to each other!
Image That’s a good point, you ol’ gorilla!
Image Who’re you calling a gorilla!?
Image Anyone with eyes.
Image Even you, Kotona? That’s mean…
Image (Trust, friendship, camaraderie… These kinds of bonds are great, aren’t they? I have to work hard so I can be a trusted ally too! I wonder what kind of place is Sora City…)

My other file (Fafner/Gun X Sword secrets and Sheldia route) will join the Archangel.

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Image You’ll accompany the Archangel.
Image Roger!
Image Angelica, I know what happened to your father is hard for you. Please let Mist help you.
Image Got it. Thank you for your concern.
Image And Sheldia, don’t worry too much about your sister. There are plenty of people in the unit who have similar problems. They might even be able to give you some advice.
Image Got it! Thank you, Cagie!
Image Cagie? Well, whatever…
Image All right, everyone. The Claw’s henchmen are formidable opponents, strong enough to defeat Van in a duel. Don’t let your guard down!
Image Speaking of which, what are we doing with Van?
Image Of course we’re taking him with us. We can’t just leave him here, can we?
Image I’ve never seen Van like this before. Is he going to be all right?
Image I’ve never seen him look so depressed. Is he going to be all right?
Image He’ll recover quickly. Don’t worry.
Image I sure hope so…
Image That’s fine then…
Image We will depart the moment repairs and resupply are complete. Everyone, please get ready.
Image Roger!
Image (The man with the clawed hand and the Time of Happiness Plan, huh… I don’t know what the Claw is plotting, but this is just how he operates, right? No matter who our opponent is, I will fight to the bitter end to protect both Earths and my allies…)
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We’re starting with the Archangel route!

Squad time! We’ve got 19+4 deployment shots. Solos are Lacus, Cagalli, Athrun, Mu, Gainer, Selene, Sven, Kira, Sayaka, Van, Shinn, Cynthia, Priscilla, Kazuki, and Mist. Pairs are Nero/Angelica, Gain/Maya, Kenji (Jeeg)/Kyo, Hiroshi/Miwa, Mamoru/Sakura, Koji/Waltfeld, Michio/Kenji, and Yassaba/Canon. Mandatory deployments are Gainer, Cynthia, Van, and Gain. Make sure to deploy all those Fafners!

Last time, Carmen uncovered The Claw’s plot to dominate the world. The gang splits up, with Mist and his girls boarding the Archangel to stop The Claw’s rocket launch.

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image We’ll arrive at our destination shortly.
Image Understood. All personnel, remain on combat alert and stand by!
Image By the way, why did we fly to their location instead of traveling instantly through a gate?
Image According to Professor Sakon, he couldn’t input the coordinates at our destination. That’s why we have to approach from a distance.
Image He couldn’t input it directly? I wonder why…
Image Do they have countermeasures in place to prevent a surprise attack?
Image Our destination is supposed to be the clawed man’s rocket base. If they’ve taken countermeasures like this, does that mean his organization has access to gates too?
Image Does Edax have their hands in The Claw’s gang’s pie? Or is there something about that location that’s important for them?
Image Darius, Digald, The Claw… Why are they involved with so many different factions?
Image They’re probably planning to use them as pawns to conquer both Earths, right?
Image They have the power to destroy Atreem. I think it would be faster if they did it themselves.
Image Fair point…
Image Why don’t we just capture this Claw guy and make him confess?
Image I don’t think Van will let that happen…
Image He’s seeking revenge for his wife’s murder, after all.
Image I’ll stop Van so he doesn’t interfere!
Image Captain, is something wrong? You’re acting out of character.
Image Ah, no… I just… I caused everyone a lot of trouble the other day. This is how I wish to atone.
Image Atonement, huh… Captain, you’ve been working hard, haven’t you? Don’t put too much pressure on yourself.
Image Maya, can you read my mind?
Image Huh? What do you mean?
Image Nothing… Forget it…
Image Maya, you have a habit of looking right through people. Can you try not to say such hurtful things? From the looks of it, you hit him right where it hurts.
Image Speaking of which, what’s Van up to? We’re approaching The Claw’s base.
Image He’s sitting on his bed, curled up, and mumbling to himself. He’s been like this ever since he lost to that Woo guy the other day.
Image I’ve never seen Van look so scared. I think losing to that Armor was a huge shock.
Image And he’s been fiddling with that puzzle ever since we left Zuri.
Image A puzzle?
Image I heard it’s a puzzle he got from that Gadved guy. It’s supposed to be Armor training.
Image Armor training? With a puzzle?
Image Yeah…
Image What’s wrong, Wendy? Are you worried about him?
Image N-no. Not like that…
Image It’ll be okay. Van will overcome his doubts and move forward with us. I guarantee it.
Image Thank you, Kira.
Image (Being treated so kindly by Kira somehow makes me feel at ease…)
Image Is something the matter?
Image No! It’s nothing! I’ll go check on Van!
[Wendy runs out]
Image What’s wrong, Kira? Did you say something to her?
Image Nothing! I just asked her about Van’s puzzle.
Image Then why did she run away?
Image That’s what I want to know!
Image You have to be careful when dealing with young girls, Kira.
Image Like you’re one to talk…
Image Athrun is kind to every girl, right? He was very kind to me, and now he’s doing the same to Meyrin…
Image H-hey. Luna…
Image I see. So it’s Meyrin now… I’ll have to remember that.
Image C-Cagalli…

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Archangel Route Chapter 26: Light Seized by Despair

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Image Lord Kashmir! Are we there yet!?
Image Be patient. The travel schedule is accurate, so just shut up and follow me.
Image We joined Digald as you instructed, but…
Image We’re not being given any work related to the Railway…
Image We’re just rookies who volunteered for Digald. You can’t expect us to immediately return to Railway-related work, can you? We just need to show off our abilities and work our way up!
Image Unlike you, we don’t have any abilities to show off… We’ll probably remain rookies forever…
Image Don’t despair, Enge! If you keep working hard, the day we’re rewarded will surely come!
Image (I’ve gone through so much hard work, but I’ve never been rewarded for anything…)

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Image L-Lord Kashmir! Look! It’s two Golames!
Image Why are Golames here?
Image Captain! There’s the Lionnetor!
Image KASHMIR VALLE! And the other three. Stop right there!
Image Hmm? Who’s calling me?
Image I am Asuham Boone, Special Captain of the London IMA!
Image Asuham!
Image Lord Asuham!?
Image BASTARDS! Despite once belonging to the Siberian Railway, you defected to Digald, who threatens the London IMA’s territory!
Image Now that Kids Munt has gone MIA, Digald rules the Siberian Railway. I only care about the train schedule! If I can manage the schedule, I’ll gladly defect to Digald!
Image If we stayed with the Railway, we’d just be abused by you London IMA guys!
Image We have a better chance of promotion with Digald!
Image I… I joined Digald to seek new encounters, no, a better purpose in life!
Image Kashmir… I heard about your excellent performance as Operations Manager. But it looks to me like you’re not managing a schedule, are you?
Image Silence! I’m a newcomer to Digald. As a former Railway employee, I have to do whatever it takes to gain their trust!
Image Hmph. How pathetic. The man who was once called the Ice Operations Manager was banished to this remote area to be exploited, just like those Bio Zoids!
Image Damn you!
Image Even so, you came all the way to Area Zi to chase us. You’re not doing much better!
Image I didn’t want to come here either, but I couldn’t go against HQ’s orders to eliminate some traitors. And so here I am!
Image It’s because you let Yapan’s Ceiling escape, his position in the London IMA is in jeopardy!
Image Shut up, Zakki!
Image What the… In the end, you’re just the same as us!
Image SILENCE! I’m going to kill you now! Prepare to die!
Image Very well. Now that the London IMA is our enemy, I’ll take you on! I’ll use the Lionneter’s Overskill to plunge you into the depths of terror!
Image Don’t think you can defeat us with just two units, Asuham!

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[Archangel, Bridge]
[Alarm]
Image Captain Ramius! There’s a battle ahead of us!
Image On screen!
[Screen turns on]
Image Are those Overmen?
Image I see Bio Zoids too!
Image Is this between the Siberian Railway and Digald?
Image No! The Overmen are fighting each other!
Image You’re right… Is the Railway having a civil war?
Image That looks like fun! I’m gonna jump right in!
Image Cynthia! You can’t act on your own! We’re supposed to be a team!
Image Why so serious? Fighting is just a game!
[Cynthia leaves]
Image Cynthia!
Image Leave her. People like her won’t learn unless they get hurt a little.
Image But…
Image …We’re going to get caught up in the battle at this rate.
Image Should we change course?
Image No, we don’t have time for that. The Claw’s rocket might launch at any time. Let’s proceed as we are.
Image So we’re going to go straight into the battlefield?
Image Yes. It’s a somewhat forceful approach, but with that many enemies, we should be able to break through easily. All hands, prepare for combat!
Image Roger!

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Image Captain, let’s get out of here! We have no chance against a Lionneter! Ugh, don’t come any closer! You’re so gross!
Image How could I do that!? I’ll just get reprimanded by HQ! Just deal with the illusions with sheer willpower!
Image Easier said than done…
Image It’s useless to resist the Lionneter’s Overskill! Time for you to kick the bucket!

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Image I can’t fight any more! Captain, forgive me! I’m retreating!
[Zakki retreats]
Image Zakki! DAMN YOU KASHMIR! If this keeps up, I’ll be shot down too. I have to find a way to counterattack!

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Image Oh, good. The battle hasn’t ended yet. Hey, let me join this game too!
Image It’s you… Cynthia Lane!
Image Lady Cynthia!?
Image It’s an Overman Battle Royale, right? How fun! Who should I take down first…
Image Cynthia! Why are you here?
Image I’ve decided! That crab-like Overman! I think it’s called the Lionneter… I’ll take you down first!

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Image You’ve done it now, Cynthia Lane! This is payback! Experience the terror of hell with the Lionneter’s Overskill!
[The screen flashes red as Cynthia drops to 50 morale]
Image W-what’s happening? It suddenly got dark… Where did everyone go? Did you leave me behind!? Gainer! Where are you!? Huh!? NO! Gainer is dead! Did I…kill him? My hands are bright red with his blood! Gainer! Wake up! Don’t leave me alone! Please, Gainer! I… I don’t want to be alone… Someone… Help me…
Image AHAHAHAHA! This is the end for you too! Die in the depths of terror!

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Image KYAAAA!
Image Now for the coup de grace!

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Deploy the troops.

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Image Cynthia! Are you okay!?
Image Gainer… Help me… Don’t leave me…
Image Well crap! You’re being shown illusions by that crab Overman!
Image YAPAN AGAIN!?
Image That’s a familiar voice… Is that you, Asuham?
Image GAIN BIJOU!
Image Why are you here? Did you have a falling out with the Siberian Railway?
Image They’re not with the Railway anymore! They’ve defected to Digald!
Image What!?
Image They’ve become Digald’s pawns. Now they’re participating in their invasion of Area Zi. What spineless, rotten-hearted wretches! I’ve come here to purge them!
Image For someone who’s here to purge others, you seem about to be purged yourself.
Image They outnumber me! What can I do?
Image So former Railway employees now work for Digald, right? Either way, they’re still our enemies! Let’s beat them up!
Image Asuham! Leave the rest to us. Just bugger off somewhere!
Image Don’t tell me what to do! I can still fight!
Image Then fight with us! We promise not to shoot you in the back!
Image You want me to team up with you?
Image (Teaming up with Gain would normally be unthinkable… But I guess I have no choice.)
Image This is just a temporary truce.
[Asuham turns blue]
Image I’ll take it. Let’s go, Asuham!
Image I’ll save Cynthia! She’ll be killed at this rate!
Image Watch out! They’ll show us more illusions again!
Image No matter how many fake King Gainers there are, I’ll defeat them all!
Image Really now? Let’s see you try!
[The screen flashes red]

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Image In order for me to reclaim my position of Operations Manager, you all will have to die!

We got a new ally!

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[Golame]
The Golame is underwhelming offensively, but defensively solid when its Overskill activates. If you want to use Asuham, I’d recommend putting him in a better Overman like the Rush Rod after this stage.

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For bosses, we’ve got Kashmir in the Lionneter and the three stooges in Under Golames. They behave the same as before, but Kashmir won’t summon additional fake King Gainers like the other chapter.

Move Asuham and Cynthia back, otherwise they’ll get overwhelmed, especially Cynthia since she’s at 50 morale.

A plot event happens at the start of turn 2.

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[Archangel, Private Room]
[Explosions]
Image Van! What are you doing? Van!
[The puzzle clicks]
Image …
Image Everyone else is fighting out there. Aren’t you going to join them?
Image …I don’t want to pilot Dann anymore…
Image Huh?
Image I’ve been alone ever since I was born. I don’t know who my parents were or what happened to them… I only thought about my next meal… I only cared about money and power… At least, until I met Elena…
Image Elena…
Image Before I met her, I was beaten, kicked, spat on… But I beat those guys senseless! That’s all other people were to me… But Elena held my hand and was kind to me…
Image …
Image I loved Elena. I truly loved her. I wanted to be with her. But I couldn’t protect her… I can’t do anything. But I survived! I even modified myself so I could pilot Dann! But what’s the point? I’m just running away! What’s wrong with that!? What more do you want me to do!?
Image …If you want to stop fighting, then stop. You’ve been fighting all this time. No one will blame you.
Image …
Image But I’m going with everyone. Even if I fall along the way, I want to keep going forward. Every step I take is a step closer to Michael and to me finding out if he’s doing the right thing with The Claw!
Image …Ok.
Image …Goodbye, Van.
[Wendy leaves]
[The puzzle clicks]
Image Elena… It seems I don’t want to die after all. Wendy says so too… I’m going to stop fighting. I’m done with vengeance. And with you… The only reason I’m still here is because you saved me… But you only exist inside me now…
[The puzzle clicks]
Image As long as Elena is with me… As long as we’re together…
[The puzzle clicks]
[The puzzle unlocks]
Image Huh? The puzzle… Ah! AHHHHHHH! ELENA! I LOVE YOOOOOUUUUUUU! I’M CRAZY ABOUT YOU! ELENAAAAAAAA!!

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Image Van!
Image You’ve recovered?
Image Oh, Van!
Image What took you so long!?
Image So that’s how it is. I shouldn’t try to force it so much. Gadved, this is what you meant by stop thinking! I am Dann!
Image What are you muttering about?
Image Another new Armor? Very well! I’ll give you a taste of true terror! Now, what are you afraid of?
[The screen flashes red]
Image SHUT UP!
Image What!?
Image I should have something I’m afraid of, but that doesn’t matter anymore! My heart is completely filled with Elena! ELENA! ELENAAAAAAAAA!!
Image W-what!? What’s wrong with that idiot!?
Image ELENA! I LOVE YOU!!

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Image UWAAAAAH!

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Image W-why!? The Lionneter’s attacks aren’t working! Does that fool really have no fears!?
[The fake King Gainers explode]
Image Ah! The fake guys disappeared!
Image Van’s sheer willpower overwhelmed him and disabled the Overskill!
[Cynthia gains 50 morale]
Image Huh? The darkness is gone! The blood on my hands… Gainer’s body… What was I doing?
Image Cynthia! Are you okay?
Image Gainer! You’re alive! Thank goodness…
Image You only had that scary experience because you ran off on your own. Fighting isn’t a game or a joke! Do you understand that now?
Image …We can talk about that later. Right now, I won’t be satisfied until I slice that Lionneter in two!
Image Cynthia…
Image I know! I won’t think of it as a game any more! I’ll cast aside my lighthearted attitude!
Image Yeah!
Image Damn you! I can’t use my Overskill! It’s all that white Armor’s fault! I’ll never forgive you!
Image Didn’t I tell you? My heart is completely filled with Elena right now!! I can’t lose to anyone!
Image He’s back to normal… Or rather, he’s become even stronger!
Image That’s our disciple!
Image Says who?
Image Everyone! Let’s defeat the enemy in one go!
Image Leave it to me! I’m invincible right now!

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Dann of Thursday got upgraded. Not only can Dann now fly naturally (with an A rank to boot), but its stats are increased, it has an EM shield (reduced damage from all beam attacks) and it has the new “Assault” attack (a 1-ranged finisher)! There’s no YII skill in this game like in SRW T or 30.

Image I am Dann! It’s so simple! I was just overthinking it!

Now for the dialogues!

(Mist vs the trio)
Image Siberian Railway remnants! To team up with Digald, your former enemies, you’re more cunning than I thought!

(Gainer vs the trio)
Image The Siberian Railway should stay in Siberia!

(Gain vs the trio)
Image A lot of familiar faces here… So you’ve become Digald’s grunts, have you? You’re quick to change sides!

(Sara vs the trio)
Image If you were using force to protect the company’s profits and interests, I might understand… But what you’re doing now is nothing but an act of aggression!

(Yassaba vs Kejinan)
Image Kejinan! It’s pathetic that you’ve become Digald’s minion!
Image Shut up! If you guys didn’t defeat the Overdevil, this wouldn’t have happened!
Image Holding a grudge, are you? You’re the same as always… I’ll beat that rotten attitude out of you!

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Image I thought I could start over by teaming up with Digald, but this is how it ends!? How pathetic! I’m retreating!

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Image It doesn’t look like anything good will come of continuing to grovel to Digald like this… Should I just defect to Yapan? Anyway, I’m retreating!

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Image Who said we’d be invincible if we joined Digald? Nothing has changed! I can’t take this anymore! I’m out of here!

Image To think that the esteemed Operations Manager would be forced to participate in an invasion… You’ve really fallen on hard times!
Image If this operation succeeds, I’ll be entrusted with managing the schedules again! That’s why I must win!

Image You went too far just now! I’m going to get my revenge, so prepare yourself!
Image Traitorous Cynthia… That wasn’t nearly enough! I’ll torment you even more!

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Image Impossible! To think that the Lionneter could be defeated by something like this! Now I’ll never run the schedule! I’ll remember this!

The plot continues when all initial enemies have been defeated.

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Image I came here after hearing that an army was advancing towards our base… Who are you people!? Wait, Van!?
Image We meet again.
Image You never learn. And now you’ve brought your friends this time, haven’t you!?
Image Friends? I didn’t bring them! They came here on their own! I mean, their target is also The Claw’s base, but…
Image All of you are… I’ll kill every last person who dares to interfere with the Comrade’s plan!
Image If you want to cut me, cut me. If you want to kill me, kill me. But you can’t! No one can! Especially if it’ll separate me from Elena!

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Image There! That’s the guy who’s getting in the Comrade’s way! I’ll crush him!
Image Hey, Carossa. Let’s go back. We’ll get scolded if we fight without permission…
Image Then go back on your own! I’ll fight by myself! If I win, I’ll be praised by Michael! Otherwise, we’ll be abandoned by the Comrade… We’ll go back to the old days… I hated those days! That’s why I’ll kill anyone who gets in our way! To be useful to the Comrade!
Image Okay, Carossa…
Image More new enemies!
[Beeping]
Image Heat source detected! Something is coming from underground!
Image Underground? More enemies!?

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Super Robot Wars K - Gun X Sword (Opening Theme)
Image Ah! The Volcain! Ray!
Image (I heard that Kejinan’s group were heading towards The Claw’s base, so I followed them to Area Zi… It seems I’ve finally encountered his gang…)
Image Ray! Can you hear me!?
Image Joshua? Are you still on that ship!?
Image Ray! Weren’t you with the Siberian Railway?
Image They’ve outlived their usefulness to me… But thanks to the listening bug I planted, I learned that The Claw’s base is in Area Zi.
Image Ray, let’s fight together! Together, we can stop The Claw’s plan!
Image I refuse. I will kill The Claw with my bare hands!
Image Ray!
Image Joshua, leave him alone!
Image Defeating the remaining enemies is a bigger priority!

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Three new bosses! We’ve got Woo in Metsa of Tuesday, Carossa in Sin of Friday, and Melissa in Sen of Saturday. Carossa and Melissa are paired up, so watch out for their support attacks and defenses. This does make them vulnerable to combo attacks or you can bait out the support defense with a weak attack.

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Ray in his Volcain is also here as an uncontrollable and immortal NPC ally. If he gets shot down, he’ll just revive at full HP. Try not to let him get any kills, but feel free to use him as a tank.

SECRET ALERT
Gun X Sword characters #5 and #6
Have Priscilla attack either Carossa or Melissa.
Have Van defeat Woo and either Carossa or Melissa.

If you defeat one of the twins, they’ll both retreat. Try to make sure Ray doesn’t get the kill by mistake.

Image When you die, the Comrade will be happy! Then we won’t be abandoned! We won’t be lonely any longer!
Image Carossa…
Image What an arrogant brat… Listen, I won’t show mercy to anyone, even a kid! Prepare yourself and come at me!
Image You old type! You’re the enemy of the New Original Seven! We’ll crush you!

(This is the conversation you need to trigger for the secret)
Image Huh? A child is piloting that Armor?
Image Neither Melissa nor I are kids! We’re warriors fighting for the Comrade! We’re the new Original Seven! Don’t underestimate us!
Image How odd… Children like you are fighting… Fine, I’ll save you!
Image Save us?
Image Melissa, she’s the enemy! Don’t listen to her! I’ll never forgive you for trying to mislead my sister!

Image You guys are in our way! I’ll kill you for the sake of the Comrade! All of you! Got it, Melissa!?
Image Yes!
Image They’re like spoiled brats who don’t even know how to speak properly.
Image Since ancient times, kids like you get disciplined by spanking!
Image It’s our job to re-educate the youth!
Image Shut up! That won’t happen! We’ll defeat all of you!

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Image Intruders… I’ll crush you! I haven’t lost yet!
Image Carossa, we can’t go on like this. Let’s go back to the Comrade…
Image If we go back, we’ll be abandoned. I don’t want that!
Image It’s okay. He’ll forgive us. And no matter what happens, I’ll never leave you, Carossa.
Image Melissa…
Image So don’t push yourself too hard, okay?
Image …Fine. Let’s go back.
Image Okay.
Image Listen up, intruders! Next time, I’ll definitely crush you all!
[They both retreat]

Image Even after I beat up this guy, he recovered in just a few days and even mastered the EM Shield! What happened in those past few days!?
Image Love, maybe?
Image Love? I abandoned love, my mother, for the sake of the Comrade!
Image Then you’ve lost! Those who abandon others can’t stop me!

Image Oh? So a young lady is going to defy me?
Image You’ll regret underestimating me just because I’m a woman!

Image W-what the hell is that? That clunky Armor seems only capable of brute force!
Image You dare insult Eldora?
Image See for yourself, with your own body, whether our Eldora Soul is an Armor that relies solely on power!

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Image M-Metsa! How… How could this have happened!?
Image What’s wrong? You’re weak.
Image Don’t insult me! You incomplete, defective, modified human!

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Image Not yet! I’ll impale you and-- What!? The sword won’t come out of Dann’s body! Y-you didn’t…
Image Sorry, but chasing you down is a pain!

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Image GAAAAAH!
Image This is the finishing blow! UUUUUOOOOOOOOHHHHH!

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Image I… I was defeated by an old type? How can that…possibly be… No! I mustn’t shed blood pointlessly! This blood is for his sake! For him! For hiiiiiiim!
[Woo explodes]

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image Mission accomplished…
Image Let’s hurry to The Claw’s base!
Image Ray, let’s go together! Our destination is the same place.
Image I refuse. No matter what, I’ll kill The Claw myself.
Image No! The one who’ll kill The Claw is me!
Image …First-come, first-served. I’m going on ahead.
[Ray retreats]
Image Wait!
Image Van! Don’t chase after him! You’ll just get beaten again if you go alone!
Image Don’t worry about that! I’ve been reborn! I won’t lose to anyone! I’m going on ahead!
Image Van!
Image Van!
[Van leaves]
Image Honestly, the more inexperienced you are, the easier you get carried away…
Image It seems we’ll have to teach him the true essence of being an Armor Rider.
Image Will Van be all right?
Image Everyone, return to the Archangel. Let’s regroup and follow Van!
Image Understood! Returning right now!
Image Asuham, you come too. We’ll at least repair and resupply your Overman.
Image Don’t be so arrogant! You only won because of my help! Don’t forget that!
Image You’re saying that even though you were able to be killed by your former coworkers…
Image Guh…
Image Let’s resupply quickly and head for The Claw’s base!

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[???]
Image Is that so? So Woo is…
Image Yes. It’s a shame…
Image Comrade! If Woo is dead…
Image It’s okay. We still have a stock of his blood, so the plan won’t be affected. Even so, to defeat someone like Woo, those approaching people must be incredibly strong…
Image Yes. I heard they singlehandedly destroyed the Siberian Railway.
Image Those guys… Comrade, I’ll go out and hold them off!
Image You need to stay here and help with the plan. Let’s leave those guys to Fasalina and the twins.
Image One problem with that, Comrade. Carossa and Melissa have gone out on their own, so Sin and Sen are currently undergoing repairs. Carossa is agitated, so the researchers are retraining him.
Image Really? I’m sure you three will manage somehow.
Image Yes. Leave it to me. I won’t let them interfere with the Time of Happiness Plan, even if it costs me my life.
Image You shouldn’t say that.
Image Huh?
Image Life is precious. You only live once, so you shouldn’t do anything that would throw it away. Treat your life with care, Fasalina.
Image …I understand. I’m off.
[Fasalina leaves]
Image (Fasalina…)

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image I see. So some of the Railway remnants have joined the London IMA, while others have defected to Digald…
Image After all we’ve done for them, they betrayed us. That’s the height of ingratitude!
Image Didn’t those who were fed up by the Railway and IMA leave, like Yassaba and me?
Image What!?
Image Stop it, Zakki. Arguing here won’t accomplish anything.
Image Sir…
Image So, Asuham, what will you do now?
Image Thanks to you, we were able to punish Kashmir and those other guys. We’ll return to London for now and receive our next orders. Most likely, we’ll be given a mission to fight Digald.
Image You’re fighting Digald too, right? Then why don’t we join forces?
Image Excuse me?
Image We’re currently fighting Digald to restore peace on this planet. Don’t you think it would be more convenient if those with the same goal joined forces?
Image Let’s fight together!
Image It’s not a bad proposal… But I’ve attacked the Yapan Exodus countless times. Besides, I haven’t forgotten about you, Gain.
Image I told you I’ll settle things with Karin myself!
Image Let me finish. It’s true that I haven’t forgiven you, but right now, the world is on the brink of destruction. Personal grudges are insignificant. Plus, I have to repay the favor for helping me.
Image Asuham…
Image I, Asuham Boone, will cooperate with you for now. However! When this battle is over, I will personally take you to Karin and make you grovel! Remember that!
Image Fine, fine. I was planning to do that anyway, but I guess I’ll go with you. But that must also wait until the Exodus is finished too!
Image We welcome you, Asuham. Let’s fight together for the future of this planet.
Image It seems we’ve gained another reliable ally…
Image Captain, what about me?
Image Return to London and report what happened here. Tell them a former enemy has become an ally.
Image Understood. I’ll depart immediately.
[Zakki leaves]
Image Even so, to quit the Railway only to be exploited by Digald… Those three are really pathetic…
Image You got that right. When I see them again, I’ll force them to become my subordinates again!
Image You would help those who betrayed you? You really are a man of great character! You’re the best!
Image Adette, don’t flatter me…
Image (Get a room…)
Image (Seriously. I wish they would take this somewhere else!)
Image Anyway, let’s rush to The Claw’s base. I’m worried about Van after he ran ahead.
Captain Ramius, please!
Image Understood. Archangel, launch!
Image All personnel, get your mechs ready for a base assault!
Image Understood. We’ll get to it immediately!

This last scene is different between which heroine route you’re on.

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(Sheldia Route)
[Archangel, Hangar]
Image Hey, Mist! Got a moment?
Image What’s up?
Image Sheldia, you too!
Image Huh?
Image Take a look at this. I just got this data from Professor Sakon.
[Beeping]
Image This is the Serkerius!
Image It’s working!?
Image Yes. It seems the activation experiment with the Crystal Heart was successful. They used Daiya’s mental energy to activate it.
Image Hell yeah, Daiya! He has a strong heart.
Image What about sorties? Can I use it already?
Image We only succeeded in activating it. It’ll take a little bit longer before it’s ready for combat.
Image Oh…
Image Also, Professor Sakon has a question for you.
Image What question?
Image Can the Revrius and Serkerius combine?
Image This is the first I’ve heard of that… Wait a sec… That reminds me…
Image Do you remember something?
Image The reason we were rushing to restore the Serkerius. “Currently, the Revrius and Selius merely work together. But with the Serkerius, the Revrius might gain ultimate power”.
Image Speaking of which, wasn’t the Selius just a temporary partner until the Serkerius was completed?
Image Yep. The Selius was only the partner for the Revrius until the Serkerius was completed.
Image And the Selius II is just a slightly modified Selius. There’s not that much difference between what they can do. In fact, you were able to fight with me just as you do with the Selius, right?
Image Yes. It shares the same purpose of supporting the Revrius.
Image It seems it’s not just the ideology that’s the same.
Image Hmm?
Image The “God’s Stone” from Bezard that you installed into it is identical to the Crystal Heart.
Image What!?
Image By the way, you said your Revrius was a custom unit, right? But that’s not actually the case.
Image W-what do you mean?
Image What you’re piloting isn’t an experimental unit for the Crystal Heart… It’s a restored unit that originally used the Crystal Heart. What I’m getting at is that it’s not a custom unit, but its original form.
Image Wait! I don’t get it.
Image Anyway, you two should thank Professor Sakon. I haven’t fully processed it. It would take too long for me to explain. If you want to know more, look at this disc. He’s summarized the key points of his discoveries so you can go through them yourself. I’m going back to work. See ya!
[Murdoch leaves]
Image Should we look at it now?
Image Yeah. I’m getting nervous…
Image The Revrius, half of a combined combat mech, was discovered along with data on the Crystal Heart. Although its restoration was successful and its formidable power was revealed, we lacked the number of Crystal Hearts needed. Mass production was successfully achieved by referencing only the machine’s characteristics while ignoring the Crystal Heart. After the Serkerius is fully restored, a fusion test between the original machines is planned. If mass production of Crystal Hearts is successful, we’ll consider incorporating it into all units.
(AI)
Image This data… Does that mean the Revrius is only one half of a combination robot!?
Image So the Serkerius was meant to combine with the Revrius, which is why their data was found together, right? That explains a lot!
Image Okay then. What about the Crystal Heart?
Image Found it!
Image The Crystal Heart is a machine used as the engine for mobile weapons 2000 years ago. It cannot be recreated and only five units have been excavated. We’ll use two of them into the two original Revriuses. One will be used in a Selius for testing purposes. The remaining two will be used for research and storage. Special permission will be required for their handling.
Image PS. Judging from the deterioration of the surface of the “God’s Stone”, there’s no doubt that the “God’s Stone” was used in combat 2000 years ago as well. We’ll investigate the connection between Atreem and Bezard. Please wait until you return from the other Earth. Sincerely, Sakon.
Image Professor Sakon… Thank you so much… Oh, look at this. This is the theoretical output after combining.
Image Wow… But this number can change depending on your emotions, right? Can I fight properly while piloting it?
Image It’ll be fine. I know you won’t fight in anger, so you won’t have a lower output. Besides, you once made the Selius II go berserk. You definitely have the potential!
Image The heck! Don’t make fun of me for that mess up!
Image Sorry…
Image But once I’m able to use the Serkerius, not only can I fight again, but we’ll create the ultimate combined robot!
Image Yeah. With that, we can definitely beat Edax! We can bring peace to both Earths!
Image I can’t fight just yet, but I can feel my fighting spirit rise!
Image If we’re going to combine, our teamwork will be more important than ever. Let’s continue to do our best, Sheldia!
Image Of course! Let’s do our best, Mist!

(Angelica Route)
[Archangel, Hangar]
Image Hey, Mist! Got a moment?
Image What’s up?
Image Angelica, you too!
Image Yes?
Image Take a look at this. I just got this data from Professor Sakon.
[Beeping]
Image This is the Serkerius!
Image Is it finally operational!?
Image Yes. It seems the activation experiment with the Crystal Heart was successful. They used Daiya’s mental energy to activate it.
Image Hell yeah, Daiya! He has a strong heart.
Image Can I use it?
Image We only succeeded in activating it. It’ll take a little bit longer before it’s ready for combat.
Image I see…
Image Also, Professor Sakon has a question for you.
Image What question?
Image Can the Revrius and Serkerius combine?
Image This is the first I’ve heard of that… Wait a sec… Angelica, do you remember that story?
Image I do. Murdoch, my dad once told me something. The reason why they were rushing in restoring the Serkerius. He said “Currently, the Revrius and Selius merely work together. But with the Serkerius, the Revrius might gain ultimate power”.
Image Speaking of which, wasn’t the Selius just a temporary partner until the Serkerius was completed?
Image That’s right. It was merely a temporary measure until the Serkerius was ready.
Image I see the situation a little differently.
Image Huh?
Image By the way, you said your Revrius was a custom unit, right? But that’s not actually the case.
Image What do you mean?
Image What you’re piloting isn’t an experimental unit for the Crystal Heart… It’s a restored unit that originally used the Crystal Heart. What I’m getting at is that it’s not a custom unit, but its original form.
Image I don’t quite understand…
Image Anyway, you two should thank Professor Sakon. I haven’t fully processed it. It would take too long for me to explain. If you want to know more, look at this disc. He’s summarized the key points of his discoveries so you can go through them yourself. I’m going back to work. See ya!
[Murdoch leaves]
Image Should we look at it now?
Image Sure.
[A screen turn on]
Image The Revrius, half of a combined combat mech, was discovered along with data on the Crystal Heart. Although its restoration was successful and its formidable power was revealed, we lacked the number of Crystal Hearts needed. Mass production was successfully achieved by referencing only the machine’s characteristics while ignoring the Crystal Heart. After the Serkerius is fully restored, a fusion test between the original machines is planned. If mass production of Crystal Hearts is successful, we’ll consider incorporating it into all units.
(AI)
Image This data… Does that mean the Revrius is only one half of a combination robot!?
Image The other half is the Serkerius, whose data was discovered along with it…
Image Then what about the Crystal Heart?
Image Found the entry.
Image The Crystal Heart is a machine used as the engine for mobile weapons 2000 years ago. It cannot be recreated and only five units have been excavated. We’ll use two of them into the two original Revriuses. One will be used in a Selius for testing purposes. The remaining two will be used for research and storage. Special permission will be required for their handling.
Image Look at this. This is the theoretical output after combining…
Image Amazing! But this value fluctuates depending on emotion, right? Will I be able to handle it?
Image It’ll be fine. I know you won’t fight in anger, so you won’t have a lower output. Besides, you once made the Selius go berserk. You definitely have the potential!
Image That’s not much of a compliment.
Image Sorry…
Image But if the Serkerius becomes operational, not only will I be able to return to the fight, but this “ultimate power” might be achieved.
Image Yeah. With that, we can beat Edax! We can bring peace to both Earths!
Image It’s not time yet, but I’m feeling motivated!
Image If we’re going to combine, our teamwork will be more important than ever. Let’s continue to do our best as partners, Angelica!
Image Of course! Let’s do our best, Mist!
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Squad time! We get to deploy everyone (23+1 slots), which includes Mist, Sheldia, Roll/A Kan, Seijuurou, Ruuji, Daiya/Lee, Goh/Anna, Ron/Ti Ze, Rei Mii, Chief, Garaga, Fei Yen, Kotona, Puria, Hatter, Dick, Ra Kan, Yanma, and Kouji/Shizuru. The only mandatory deployment is Ruuji.

Last time, Carmen uncovered The Claw’s plot to dominate the world. The gang splits up, with Mist and his girls boarding the Daiku-Maryu to head to Sora City in search of help against Digald.

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[Dig, Royal Palace]
Image Are you going to break our pact with Sora?
Image Yes, Your Majesty. Our technological capabilities have grown to the point where we have our own Bio Zoid lab. We don’t need to rely on Sora’s assistance any longer.
Image We still have use for them. It would be best to at least maintain a non-hostile attitude.
Image However, if we continue to rely on them forever, we’ll only be exploited.
Image I accepted you as my son so that I could have a close relationship with the Soraites. That’s why, even after Dig’s Generator died, we have continued to prosper.
Image I’m well aware.
Image So you’re aware that your role is to act as a bridge between our people?
Image Heh… There’s no need for that any longer, Father…
[Jiin pulls out a gun]
Image Jiin! What is this madness!?
Image Don’t worry. Your job is over. It’s my time now.
Image You bastard!
[Jiin shoots]
Image Gah!
[Emperor Larada III falls]
Image Is he dead?
[The door opens]
Image It seems you’ve solved your little problem.
Image Felme… As you can see, I have now reached the pinnacle of Digald in both name and station. I will ascend to the throne as Emperor of Digald and assume the highest rank in the military. I am now Emperor Jiin I, the new ruler of both military and politics.
Image I see…
Image Felme, I promote you to the rank of Major General.
Image I appreciate it.
Image But I will not just be the ruler of Digald. I will rule over all living beings. I will control everything that exists in this world. That is the law, no, the inevitability of history!
Image I’m never bored when I’m with you.
Image General Felme, I command you. Lead the Bio Zoid forces and prepare to attack Sora City.
Image Roger that. I can just imagine the look of terror on the Soraites’ faces now.

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[Sora City]
Image Look over there. That is Sora City!
Image Awesome! It’s a giant pillar floating in the sky!
(TL Note: It’s hard to tell in the picture, but Sora City is a giant reflective pillar floating in the sky. The actual city is built into the pillar.)
Image I can’t believe it… You weren't kidding!
Image It seems they have some pretty advanced technology to be able to keep such a huge object floating in the atmosphere.
Image The Soraites are amazing…
Image You ain’t seen nothing yet. Life here is so mechanized that it can’t be compared to life on the surface.
[A screen turns on]
Image Ron, you came.
(Para. Zoids. CV: Keiichi Sonobe) (Phone)
Image Director Para! I’ve brought my Digald-fighting friends with me.
Image I watched the battles between Zuri and Digald from here. It seems you have reliable allies.
Image Of course they are. By the way, about the Lio bullets…
Image …That hasn’t been approved yet.
Image Seriously!? You know that this is urgent, don’t you?
Image We’ll discuss this in person. Enter through Gate 4.
Image Gate 4? Not the main entrance?
Image …There’s a reason why we’re not using the main gate.
Image It seems we’re not welcome after all…
Image Are we gonna be okay?
Image Captain Lulu, I’m sorry, but could you follow their instructions?
Image Okay. Rongo, if you would.
Image Aye aye!

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[Sora City, Port]
Image Ron, welcome back!
(In person)
Image Director, let me introduce you. This is the leader of the Digald Suppression Army, Ra Kan. And this is Captain Lulu, the Captain of the Daiku-Maryu.
Image I’m Ra Kan. It’s a pleasure to meet you.
Image I’m Lulu Azez. Nice to meet you.
Image I’m Para. I also serve as a member of Sora City’s Supreme Council. But to think such a cute young lady is a Captain…
Image Don’t be surprised yet. This is Ruuji, the pilot of the Murasame Liger.
Image I-I’m Ruuji Familon!
Image Murasame… Oh, the Zoid that can Evolt! I didn’t think a boy would be piloting it…
Image Evolt?
Image He’s referring to the fact that Murasame Liger can transform into Hayate and Mugen. The Evolt System hasn’t been fully understood yet, even in Sora City.
Image Oh…
Image So, Director, about those Lio bullets…
Image I can’t allow that!
(Prome. Zoids. CV: Nina Kumagai)
Image Prome!
Image We must not intervene with surface conflicts. Thus, we will not hand over Lio bullets.
Image But the surface is in chaos because you provided Digald with Bio Zoid technology.
Image The more Digald expands their influence, the more Reggel they’ll gather, which will be beneficial for Sora City.
Image You’re kidding!
Image As long as Sora City is safe, the surface doesn’t matter.
Image You bastard!
Image Ahh! How barbaric! All surface dwellers are the same!
Image Stop it, Garaga.
Image But…
Image Garaga has every right to be angry, Ron. They’re so selfish!
Image But that doesn’t mean violence is okay. We have to resolve this with a proper discussion. Just leave it to me.
Image …Fine.
Image Director Prome, did you really mean what you just said?
Image Of course. Our role is to maintain Sora City, not the surface.
Image What if Digald attacks Sora City?
Image How ridiculous. There’s no way that would ever happen. After all, he’s also a Soraite.
Image What!? Isn’t Jiin the son of Emperor Larada III?
Image Jiin is a Soraite. Larada III adopted him in order to build a relationship with us.
Image I never knew…
Image So that’s why you gave Digald Bio Zoid technology…
Image We believe that Jiin is expanding his territory for the sake of Sora City, his original home.
Image I really have to disagree with that. You’re underestimating his ambition.
Image Silence. Regardless, we won’t give you Lio bullets!
Image So we came all the way here for nothing?
Image Ron, that’s not what you said!
Image Director Para, you should have read my report. Jiin is building flying Bio Zoids, remember? Plus, he’s expanding his territory into Siberia. If we leave him alone, he’ll eventually attack Sora City too!
Image Prome, let’s bring up the Digald matter again at the next council meeting.
Image There’s no need for that. Ron, kick these surface dwellers out of our city!
Image Wait, Prome.
(Bana. Zoids. CV: Toshitaka Hirano) (Phone)
Image Chairman Bana!
Image Hey, who’s this old man?
Image This is Chairman Bana of the Sora City Supreme Council. He’s the most important person in the entire city.
Image Ron is right. Jiin’s recent arrogance has gotten out of hand. We can’t tolerate it any longer.
Image But we can’t intervene in surface conflicts…
Image But you’re the ones who started this war, right?
Image You have to take responsibility!
Image Silence! You’re just a dirty--
Image They have a point, Prome. We share some responsibility for Jiin’s arrogance.
Image But…
Image We’ll discuss what to do with Jiin and the situation on the surface again. Got it?
Image …If that’s your decision, I’ll follow it.
Image Thank you, Chairman Bana!
Image It’s too early to thank me. We have simply decided to bring up the topic at the next meeting. The conclusion may not be what you desire. If that’s all…
[Bana hangs up]
Image Director Para, I’m counting on you!
Image Got it. I’ll work hard for your future.
Image Hmph…
Image Ron, please wait here while the council discusses this.
Image Will do.
[Para and Prome leave]
Image Hey, Ron! We nearly got kicked out!
Image Maybe I was a bit too optimistic…
Image (I can’t believe they’ve stopped thinking to this extent… Pacifism can only go so far…)
Image But there’s still a chance they’ll give us Lio bullets, so not all is lost.
Image Let’s wait for their decision.
Image Mist, Angelica, can I borrow you for a moment?
(Sheldia in the other route)
Image What’s up?
Image I want to do a startup experiment with the Serkerius. Can you help me?
Image Of course!
(Sheldia in the other route)
Image Please accompany me to the hangar.
Image Coming!
[Sakon, Mist, and Angelica/Sheldia leave]
Image By the way, I don’t see Rei Mii anywhere. Is she okay?
Image She’s in the infirmary attending to that Bio Zoid pilot we picked up the other day. The shock of that explosion caused him to lose his memory, so he can’t remember who he is.
Image You brought him on board?
Image Because of his amnesia, I want Dr. Franklin to look at him. Besides, if we leave a Digald pilot alone in Zuri, he could cause trouble.
Image Makes sense…
Image But you know, she’s pretty dedicated to taking care of him.
Image He is pretty cute.
Image Aren’t you worried, Ruuji?
Image Worried about what? More importantly, Ron, can I ask you a small favor?
Image What is it?

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[Daiku-Maryu, Infirmary]
Image Where am I…
(Name is ???)
Image Ah, you’re finally awake. You’re in the Daiku-Maryu’s infirmary.
Image Daiku…Maryu?
Image Just think of it as a big dragon-type Zoid. Right, Dr. Franklin?
Image I wouldn’t worry about the details.
Image Okay…
Image By the way, Gin, do you remember anything?
Image Gin?
Image Your name. You were wearing a silver necklace, so Gin.
(TL Note: Gin means silver.)
Image …
Image It’s inconvenient not to have a name, so I gave you one myself. Is that weird?
Image Kinda…
Image Doctor, will Gin’s memories ever return?
Image It seems he lost his memories due to the shock of the explosion. Just like with Mu, if he follows my rehab plan, he’ll probably regain his memories.
Image I see. So let’s get your memories back, Gin!
Image O-okay…
[Door opens]
Image So this is the cute young pilot we’ve heard so much about?
Image What are you girls doing here?
Image He really is a cutie! Ruuji can’t afford to be careless now.
Image Hey! What are you doing!? This is the infirmary!
Image What do you think? This is a get-well gift!
Image We’re here to cheer up the Digald pilot.
Image Digald?
Image Ugggghhhhh!
Image Gin!
Image Hey, what’s happening?
Image W-where am I!? W-who are you!? Ugh! Ahhhhhh!
Image Gin!
Image Oh no! Hearing the word “Digald” must have triggered his confused memories! Hold him down before he hurts himself!
Image Okay!
Image We’ll help too!
Image You two get out! You’re in the way!
Image Let go! Who… WHO AM I!!?
Image Is he going to be okay?
Image Pai! Anna! Get out! Rei Mii and I will do something about this!
Image Okay!
Image I’m sorry!
[Pai and Anna leave]
Image UWAAAAAAAAAAH!
Image Gin! Pull yourself together!

This next scene is different depending on which heroine route you’re on.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Hangar]
(Angelica route)
Image Mist, how’s it looking?
Image Ready at any time!
Image Now, let’s begin the Crystal Heart activation test!
Image Mist, you got this!
Image Engine charge, start. Power in 50… 80… Crystal Heart, circuit connected. 5 seconds until activation. 3… 2… 1… Ignition!
[The Serkerius starts up]
Image Crystal Heart activation confirmed! Test successful!
Image You did it, Mist!
Image Congrats!
Image Thanks. Now you can fight in the Serkerius, Angelica!
Image Yeah!
Image We’ve only just activated it. Unfortunately, we’ll need a little more time to get it combat ready.
Image You’re right…
Image Don’t be disappointed. We’ll work on making the necessary adjustments as soon as possible.
Image Thank you so much!
Image By the way, I have a question.
Image What question?
Image Can the Revrius and Serkerius combine?
Image This is the first I’ve heard of that… Wait. Angelica, do you remember that story?
Image Oh right. Professor Sakon, I heard a story from my father. The reason we rushed to develop the Serkerius was, and I quote, “right now, we’re using the Revrius with the Selius. But when it’s used with the Serkerius, the Revrius might obtain ultimate power”.
Image Now that I think about it, the Selius was just a temporary partner until the Serkerius was completed, right?
Image Correct. The Selius was only the partner for the Revrius until the Serkerius was completed.
Image Hmm… I’m glad I checked just to be sure. It seems you weren’t told about the combining. Mist, please take a look at this disc. It summarizes the results of my research. There are a few important things it should tell you. It’ll be easier to understand using that than if I tell you.
Image O-okay…
[Mist activates the disc]
Image The Revrius, half of a combined combat mech, was discovered along with data on the Crystal Heart. Although its restoration was successful and its formidable power was revealed, we lacked the number of Crystal Hearts needed. Mass production was successfully achieved by referencing only the machine’s characteristics while ignoring the Crystal Heart. After the Serkerius is fully restored, a fusion test between the original machines is planned. If mass production of Crystal Hearts is successful, we’ll consider incorporating it into all units.
(AI)
Image This data… Does that mean the Revrius is only one half of a combination robot!?
Image The other half is the Serkerius, whose data was discovered along with it…
Image It seems that the Revrius’ original form had a Crystal Heart installed into it.
Image So this isn’t just a test mech for the Crystal Heart, but its original specs?
Image Exactly.
Image Why didn’t we have more Crystal Hearts?
Image Press next.
Image Got it.
Image The Crystal Heart is a machine used as the engine for mobile weapons 2000 years ago. It cannot be recreated and only five units have been excavated. We’ll use two of them into the two original Revriuses. One will be used in a Selius for testing purposes. The remaining two will be used for research and storage. Special permission will be required for their handling.
Image I’ve never heard any of this before…
Image Actually, among the documents we took from the enemy base, there was a report from Angelica’s father. It seems that combining involves some kind of risk. I was wondering if he gave you any hits about what those risks might be.
Image Sorry.
Image That’s fine. I just don’t know what sort of danger you’ll be in. Otherwise, I might be able to do something about that.
Image Can you figure it out?
Image The actual solution still needs to be found, but if I’m right…
Image You’re amazing, Professor Sakon!
Image It’ll probably take some time, but please look forward to the results.
Image I wonder how amazing this “ultimate power” is… I’m looking forward to the day I can fight with the Serkerius!
Image Professor! Thank you so much! If we can combine, we can definitely beat Edax! Then we can bring peace to both Earths!
Image I can’t fight yet, but I’m feeling motivated!
Image If we’re going to combine, our teamwork will be more important than ever. Let’s continue to do our best as partners, Angelica!
Image Of course! Let’s do our best, Mist!
Image I’ll go back to my research. Until next time…
Image Got it! Thank you so much!

(Sheldia Route)
Image Mist, how’s it looking?
Image Ready at any time!
Image Now, let’s begin the Crystal Heart activation test!
Image Mist, do your best!
Image Engine charge, start. Power in 50… 80… Crystal Heart, circuit connected. 5 seconds until activation. 3… 2… 1… Ignition!
[The Serkerius starts up]
Image Crystal Heart activation confirmed! Test successful!
Image You did it, Mist!
Image Yay!
Image Thanks. Now you can fight in the Serkerius, Sheldia!
Image Yeah!
Image We’ve only just activated it. Unfortunately, we’ll need a little more time to get it combat ready.
Image What!? Really?
Image Don’t be disappointed. We’ll work on making the necessary adjustments as soon as possible.
Image Please do!
Image By the way, I have a question.
Image What question?
Image Can the Revrius and Serkerius combine?
Image This is the first I’ve heard of that… Wait a sec… That reminds me…
Image Do you remember something?
Image The reason we were rushing to restore the Serkerius. “Currently, the Revrius and Selius merely work together. But with the Serkerius, the Revrius might gain ultimate power”.
Image Really!? That sounds awesome!
Image Now that I think about it, the Selius was just a temporary partner until the Serkerius was completed, right?
Image Correct. The Selius was only the partner for the Revrius until the Serkerius was completed.
Image And the Selius II is just a slightly modified Selius. There’s not that much difference between what they can do. In fact, you were able to fight with me just as you do with the Selius, right?
Image Yes. It shares the same purpose of supporting the Revrius.
Image It seems it’s not just the ideology that’s the same.
Image Hmm?
Image The “God’s Stone” from Bezard that you installed into it is identical to the Crystal Heart.
Image What!?
Image The exterior might be different, but the interior is almost identical. Judging from its age, it’s safe to assume the “God’s Stone” is also 2,000 years old.
Image It’s as old as the Atreemian ruins…
Image Mist, please take a look at this disc. It summarizes the results of my research, including about the “God’s Stone”. It’ll be easier to understand using that than if I tell you.
Image O-okay…
[Mist activates the disc]
Image The Revrius, half of a combined combat mech, was discovered along with data on the Crystal Heart. Although its restoration was successful and its formidable power was revealed, we lacked the number of Crystal Hearts needed. Mass production was successfully achieved by referencing only the machine’s characteristics while ignoring the Crystal Heart. After the Serkerius is fully restored, a fusion test between the original machines is planned. If mass production of Crystal Hearts is successful, we’ll consider incorporating it into all units.
(AI)
Image This data… Does that mean the Revrius is only one half of a combined robot!?
Image So the Serkerius was meant to combine with the Revrius, which is why their data was found together, right? That explains a lot!
Image It seems that the Revrius’ original form had a Crystal Heart installed into it.
Image So this isn’t just a test mech for the Crystal Heart, but its original specs?
Image Exactly.
Image Why didn’t we have more Crystal Hearts?
Image Press next.
Image Um… There!
Image The Crystal Heart is a machine used as the engine for mobile weapons 2000 years ago. It cannot be recreated and only five units have been excavated. We’ll use two of them into the two original Revriuses. One will be used in a Selius for testing purposes. The remaining two will be used for research and storage. Special permission will be required for their handling.
Image I’ve never heard any of this before…
Image Actually, among the documents we took from the enemy base, there was a report from Angelica’s father. It seems that combining involves some kind of risk. I was wondering if he gave you any hits about what those risks might be.
Image Sorry…
Image That’s fine. I just don’t know what sort of danger you’ll be in. Otherwise, I might be able to do something about that.
Image Can you figure it out?
Image The actual solution still needs to be found, but if I’m right…
Image You’re amazing, Professor Sakon!
Image It’ll probably take some time, but please look forward to the results.
Image How amazing would the ultimate combat robot be? I’m looking forward to the day I can deploy in the Serkerius!
Image Professor! Thank you so much! If we can combine, we can definitely beat Edax! Then we can bring peace to both Earths!
Image I can’t fight yet, but I can feel my fighting spirit rise!
Image If we’re going to combine, our teamwork will be more important than ever. Let’s continue to do our best, Sheldia!
Image Of course! Let’s do our best, Mist!
Image I’ll go back to my research. Until next time…
Image Got it! Thank you so much!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Infirmary]
Image The medicine seems to be working.
Image I’m sorry for forcing this on you, Gin…
Image No, I’m the one who should apologize… I’m sorry for acting so violently… Um…
(???)
Image My name is Rei Mii. Nice to meet you, Gin.
Image Rei Mii… Thank you for caring so much about me.
Image It’s fine. No worries. I just want you to regain your memories as soon as possible.
Image Same. When I get better, I’ll thank you by protecting you. I am… a Zoid pilot…
Image He fell asleep.
Image He’s probably exhausted from the memory-induced panic attack. Let’s keep him here for a while and keep an eye on him.
Image Thank you.
[The door opens]
Image Mii…
Image Oh! It’s you two… We need to be quiet. Let’s talk outside.

Image
[Daiku-Maryu, Hallway]
Image Pai! Anna! How dare you just…
Image I’m sorry! We’re in the wrong!
Image I didn’t mean any harm. I was just teasing… I’m sorry!
Image Come on! I can’t get mad at you if you bow your head like that.
Image Let me treat you to some ramen as an apology. That’s pretty much all I can do.
Image I’ll make your Lanstag sparkle.
Image It’s fine. Don’t worry about it. Gin is okay.
Image Then…
Image Forget it. I’m not angry. If you’re really worried, then pray that Gin’s memories will return soon.
Image But once his memories return, won’t he be our enemy again? He is a Digald pilot…
Image I can’t imagine a boy like him would hop into a Bio Zoid and go on a rampage. I’m sure there was a reason for that. I want to save him from Digald’s clutches.
Image Mii…
Image But if Gin becomes our enemy, then we’ll have to fight him…
Image Mii…
Image Ah! I’ve been taking care of Gin this whole time, I never got anything to eat. How about you treat me to that ramen after all!
Image All right. Let’s go to the cafeteria!
Image Let’s get Pyron to make something delicious!
(TL Note: Pyron is the Daiku-Maryu’s chef. They do not appear in this game.)

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[Sora City, Port]
Image Since they have such amazing technology, surely there must be someone here who can fix a Generator, right?
Image I’m sorry for hiding this, but Generators were actually created by Soraites.
Image Then…
Image But Generators don’t exist up here, so there’s no one who can repair them.
Image Oh…
Image There has to be records or something. Let me look into it.
Image You’ll do that!?
Image I’m happy for you, Ruuji.
Image Thanks!
Image I’ll use that terminal over there… Searching for Generators…
[Computer beeping]
Image Found something.
Image Thank you so much! Um… Generators were developed immediately after the cataclysm…
Image Cataclysm?
Image The specifics are lost to time, but it’s referring to a great disaster that struck this planet several thousand years ago. Phenomena similar to black holes suddenly appeared all over the world, causing a lot of chaos. Since then, there was a massive proliferation of flora and fauna that we’ve never seen before. Look at these nuts. Before the cataclysm, they never existed in this world.
Image Wait a second. Aren’t those Atreemian nuts? I think Mist called it a rockle…
Image So this cataclysm brought in stuff from other planets?
Image Maybe. But in that chaos was a war that left the planet in ruins. Sora City was a floating city built by the civilization back then to escape the devastation on the surface, just like how the people of Siberia fled to their Domepolises to wait out the planet’s recovery. The soil in Area Zi was so polluted that it couldn’t sustain life. So why was the soil contamination that severe only in Area Zi? We don’t know why either.
Image Let me keep reading. By improving the quality of the earth, water, and air, we will stabilize the unstable climate while also ensuring a stable supply of agricultural products. It also automatically produces Reggel, fuel for Zoids. That was apparently the main objective of developing the Generators. It took 50 years to develop the first one, and another 20 to deploy them in various locations.
Image That took a long time, huh…
Image That’s not all. It took another century for the Generators to start working. That’s all it says!
Image Another 100 years since it was installed… That’s a mind-blowing story.
Image It seems that our ancestors, who inhabited Sora City, intended to descend to the surface at some point. However, by the time the Generators started working, a new generation had taken over and shunned the surface. It seems they disagreed with the London IMA, which governed Siberia, and the Original Seven. Instead, they decided to live in the city of their birth forever.
Image Original Seven!? That’s the kind of Armor used by Van and The Claw’s henchmen…
Image I’m curious about that too. Ron, can you explain?
Image Yes, I’m getting to that. Let’s briefly discuss the real meaning behind the Original Seven… Or rather, what it was.
Image Was?
Image Right now, it’s just a mere formality. Has been for quite some time. All we have are the legends in our databases, so there’s no guarantee that it’s the truth. It seems the Original Seven existed to protect order on this planet since the cataclysm. Their pilots are essentially immortal.
Image Immortal!? Does that mean Van is a survivor of the cataclysm!?
Image I highly doubt that. There’s only one pilot left who watched over this planet from the time of the cataclysm. Ummm… I think his name is Gadved?
Image Gadved… I’m pretty sure Van killed him…
Image What happened to the others?
Image They either got tired of maintaining the world order or they became fools and abandoned their duties. In any case, they turned heel and participated in disrupting the order they were supposed to protect. I don’t know what happened to them, but they’re probably no longer of this world. I guess the people who pilot the Original Seven now have inherited it from the original pilots in some way.
Image So that’s what you mean by the Original Seven not having any meaning anymore…
Image Now they’re reduced to being exceptionally strong Armors. But there must be a hidden meaning as to why they’re gathering around The Claw.
Image They’ve been forced to do the same thing since the Cataclysm, it’s only natural that they would change their minds…
Image The same goes for the residents of Sora City. At first, they intended to come down to the surface and live there after the environment was restored. When you’re in a high place, you foolishly look down upon everyone else.
Image I learned a lot just now, but there’s nothing here that says how to fix a Generator.
Image Would you like to check something else?
Image Yes please!
[A door opens]
Image Ron, the council has reached a verdict.
Image We’ve decided to supply you with Lio bullets. I’m opposed to this, but I can’t go against the council’s decision.
Image That’s great news. Now we’ll be able to fight on equal footing with their army of Bio Zoids!
Image Let’s get those bullets!
Image We just started manufacturing them.
Image You just started!?
Image You don’t have anything to give us right now!?
Image I’ll definitely give you the bullets. They’ll be ready in three days.
Image Three days!? How many people will die during that time!?
Image Ra Kan, let’s go back to the surface for now! We’ll come back in three days and--
[An alarm rings and explosions]
Image W-what’s going on!?
Image We’re in trouble! Digald is attacking with flying Bio Zoids!
(Citizen. Phone)
Image What!?
Image The defensive shield has been breached and our garrison is fighting back!
Image Put it on the screen!
[The screen turns on]
Image That’s a lot of them…
Image Jiin betrayed us!
Image No way…
Image I told you this would happen!
Image Someone is hacking our communications network? It’s Jiin!
Image Sora City. Your role is over.
(Phone)
Image Jiin… Are you rebelling against Sora City!?
Image Are you prepared for your punishment? Under Sora law, the crime of treason is punishable by permanent suspension!
Image What gives you the right to act as kings?
Image What!?
Image There is only one person who can rule this planet… And that’s me!
Image Are you out of your mind? You’re Sora’s--
Image The time of the old gods is over. You’re an eyesore. Fall out of the sky!
Image Jiin!
[Jiin hangs up]
Image Their second wave is approaching!
Image There are more of them than before!
Image Impossible… There’s no way there could be that many compatible Bio Zoids!
Image What do you mean?
Image A high level of compatibility is required to pilot a Bio Zoid. No matter how big Digald has become, there’s no way they could have gathered that many pilots.
Image Look! That lead unit is a Bio Ptera! Is Felme in command!?
Image That’s impossible! Felme is supposed to be an agent we sent to monitor Digald’s movements! Why is she attacking us!?
Image Either she’s doing it of her own accord or she was persuaded. Either way, she betrayed us!
Image Ra Kan! Let’s go!
Image Yeah…
[Explosion]
Image At this rate, Sora City might fall!
[Explosion]
Image Kyaa!
Image That was a big explosion…
Image It got worse! The enemy has broken through our defensive line and entered Sora City!
Image What!?
[Explosion]
Image Power reactors 1 and 3 are down! The flotation system’s output has been reduced! We’re unable to maintain altitude!
Image Impossible! There’s no way Sora City could fall!
Image This is reality, Prome.
(Phone)
Image Chairman Bana!
Image As Jiin just said, perhaps we only thought of ourselves as rulers of the planet. Ron, surface dwellers, I have a favor to ask you.
Image What is it, Chairman Bana?
Image Sora City is poised to crash. If things continue like this, everyone here will die. Could you please use your ship to bring the residents to the surface?
Image Captain Lulu, can we accommodate them?
Image Of course. Please evacuate everyone into the Daiku-Maryu. We’ll leave as soon as the evacuation is complete!
Image I apologize for my selfishness. Thank you!
Image But there are a lot of flying Bio Zoids out there! How are we going to escape?
Image If I use Illusion Protect, we can slip through. It’ll be fine!
Image Chairman Bana, please hurry and evacuate! Directors Para and Prome, please head into the Daiku-Maryu!
Image On it!
Image This has to be a mistake… Yes. This is a dream. A nightmare!
Image You’re still saying that! Face reality! Hurry up and board the ship!
[Explosions]
Image Digald… I’ll never forgive you!
Image I never realized how powerful Digald has become. Is there anything we can do by ourselves?
Image Don’t give up. The moment you give up, you lose. We will fight Digald to the very end!
Image Ra Kan is right. We can’t lose as long as we fight together. Let’s believe that and fight!
Image You’re right. After all, we ended the war on the other Earth!
Image Captain! The evacuation is done!
Image Got it. Let’s go, everyone!
Image Okay. Let’s head back to Zuri.
[Fades to black as Sora City falls out of the sky in a massive explosion]

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[Dig, Royal Palace]
Image I see. Sora City has fallen.
Image That gigantic eyesore is finally gone.
Image There’s one thing that’s more of an eyesore that’s still standing.
Image Oh?
Image Ra Kan and his army. Namely, that Daiku-Maryu ship.
Image Oh, that… You’re right about that.
Image (Because of them, I lost Souta… My toy…)
Image This time, we’ll sink it for good. Guard! Call Zairin and Gil Berg!
Image Sir!
(Digald Soldier)
[The guard leaves]
Image Felme, I have another job for you.
Image As you command.
[Door opens]
Image Did you call for me, Jiin?
Image Zairin, I want you to defeat Ra Kan’s army. Destroy their stronghold, Zuri. Felme’s forces will bombard them from the sky and soften them up. Your forces will trample them into the ground.
Image Roger.
Image Gil Berg, you and Felme will attack Zuri in the first wave. We’ll use a different strategy than before!
Image Okay.
Image (If I didn’t step in, he would have only stopped at Area Zi. As soon as he got that thing, he became more arrogant…)
Image Soon, this world will be ruled by me, the new god. To ascend, I must crush Ra Kan and all who oppose me!
Image (A god? Did this guy really call himself a god? I have a bad feeling about this…)
Image By the way, Jiin. There was a big explosion on the other side of the mountains. Do you know anything about that?
Image I have no idea. Maybe a Bio Zoid factory exploded? Don’t worry about that.
Image It was too big to be a factory. Some soldiers reported they saw a large object fall out of the sky.
Image Zairin, which is more important between that explosion or defeating the rebels?
Image I understand. I’ll begin my preparations for the assault. Let’s go, Felmi, Gil Berg.
Image (I can’t help but think Jiin is hiding something from me. I’ll look into it after this battle is over…)

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image The refugees have been accommodated.
Image Great. Thank you.
Image They complain after climbing only a few flights of stairs. The Soraites have very little stamina.
Image Everything in Sora City was automated, so there was no need to walk around. It makes sense that they would have lower physical strength than a surface dweller. They’ll have a hard time getting used to living down here…
Image Then let me retrain their minds and bodies!
Image Got for it. They have no choice but to live down here.
Image Let’s get started!
[Da Jin leaves]
Image Hey, Uncle. What’s the plan now?
Image Now that Digald destroyed Sora City, they’re sure to gain even more momentum. We must do something to disrupt them.
Image If only we had weapons like nukes or GENESIS…
Image Kouji, that’s not funny.
Image Sorry… But Digald’s extremely strong, right? To defeat them, don’t we need even greater power?
Image The only way to fight fire is with a bigger fire, huh… Is that really true?
Image I don’t think so. It’s definitely one way, but we’ve seen in previous battles how devastating the results can get when both sides continue to escalate.
Image Like the war between the Alliance and ZAFT. They eventually used superweapons against each other, killing so many people. Chairman Durandal was killed and the war ended, but both the Alliance and PLANT were left in ruins. You could hardly call either the winner.
Image I’ve had enough of those horrific battles!
Image Killing each other until one of us is crushed is the epitome of stupidity. That’s what I believe.
Image I wish we could understand each other through dialogue instead of fighting…
Image There are some people who refuse to even entertain the thought.
Image It’s probably impossible to avoid a confrontation with Digald. However, there must be a win without having to annihilate them. For example, we could cut off their supply routes and starve them out. If we can put the enemy in a position where they can’t fight and are forced to surrender, we can win without having anyone die.
Image Lee is right. What we want is not the complete annihilation of Digald. There must be a path to victory without causing any of our side to be killed and with minimal enemy casualties.
Image One option would be to show a weapon so powerful that they surrender out of fear.
Image Dick, forcing others to obey out of fear makes us no different from them!
Image Hmph…
Image So how are we going to fight Digald?
Image …I guess we have no choice but to assassinate Jiin.
Image Jiin?
Image You mean the guy who attacked Sora City?
Image He’s the current Emperor of Digald. After Larada III passed away, his son inherited the throne. He also serves as Marshal of the Digald Army. He fancies himself Martial Emperor Jiin I.
Image Is that true? Did Larada III really pass away?
Image You’re as quick as ever with the intel.
Image Soraite agents like me are dispatched all over Area Zi. We’re constantly exchanging information.
Image Emperor and Marshal… Basically, Digald has become a dictatorship under this Jiin guy.
Image Exactly. If we can kill Jiin, their military will be in shambles.
Image So should we attack the capital again? That’s where he is, right?
Image We’ve already done a surprise attack on Dig. I think their defenses will be a lot tighter.
Image So what should we do? Sitting here like this isn’t going to solve anything!
Image Gocchin, calm down. Let’s think this through calmly, okay?
Image Ah, sorry.
[Door opens]
Image My Lord! I have grave news!
Image What is it, Jin?
Image A squadron of flying Bio Zoids is coming this way!
Image What!?
Image After Sora City, they set their sights on us. They’re planning to get rid of anyone who’s in their way.
Image Jin, evacuate the townspeople and Soraites underground. Zuri is defenseless against aerial attacks.
Image Sir!
Image Captain Lulu, let’s head out!
Image Right!

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Daiku-Maryu Route Chapter 26: Jiin’s Ambition

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Image Oh? No reception?
Image …What are we waiting for, Felme? We’re in the perfect position for a preemptive strike.
Image I don’t really like one-sided battles…
Image Hmph… So we agree. It wouldn’t be any fun if they were defeated before Dangaioh shows up…

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Deploy the troops!

Image They’re here. Now, let’s have some fun…
Image Dangaioh! I’ll defeat you this time!
Image I’m sick of hearing that line from you!
Image My Lord, the evacuation is complete. Fight to your heart’s content!
Image Understood. Listen up. Zuri is a vital base for us. We can’t let it fall! We must repel Digald no matter what!
Image Got it, Ra Kan! Let’s go, Murasame Liger!

We’ve got a single new unit!

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[Soul Tiger Boost]
A straight upgrade over the Soul Tiger. It now has an S rank on land, 8 movement, all of its attacks can attack aerial units, and upgraded stats closer to that of Murasame Liger’s. Plus, it has a bunshin which activates at 130 morale. The Soul Tiger Boost is a really solid close-ranged Zoid.

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The bosses starting out are Gil Berg and Felme. I shouldn’t have to explain how to fight them at this point. Despite what Ra Kan said, there’s no defeat condition for an enemy getting on Zuri (the plateau). Use Zuri’s great defensive terrain and destroy the enemies.

Firstly, the first time battle dialogues.

Image So many flying Zoids… We have to stop them from getting near Zuri!

Image My father’s grave is in this city… I won’t let Digald invade it!

Image We can’t let them take Zuri! We must protect it at all costs!

Image You dared to take down Sora City. As a Soraite, I’ll make you pay!

Image We will protect the lives of the people living in Zuri! Prepare yourself, Digald!

And now, the boss dialogues.
Image Gil Berg! You don’t stand a chance! Tuck your tail between your legs and go back to space!
Image Silence! I won’t leave this place after I kill you!
Image Then we’ll beat you so thoroughly that you’ll never think about chasing us again!

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Image Dammit. They beat me again!
Image (I thought if I used Digald, I could hinder Verini, but I can’t manipulate someone who fancies themselves a god. It’s about time I left.)
Image Dangaioh, we will meet again!

Image Felme! Why did you, a Soraite, destroy Sora City!?
Image Dunno. There’s no particular reason. Jiin just told me to do it and it sounded like fun.
Image You destroyed a relic from an ancient civilization for such a stupid reason!?
Image So what if I did?
Image I can’t forgive you! You’ll pay for this!

The plot continues when Felme is shot down.

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Image This is how a battle should be. If it was too easy, like with Sora City, it would be boring. Now the real battle begins!

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Image What’s wrong, Felme? Zuri is undamaged! Why aren’t you bombing it!?
Image It’s fine. There’s no need for air strikes. All we need to do is beat these guys.
Image You’re not wrong, but…
Image I know you only care about beating Murasame Liger.
Image That’s not true!
Image …Is what I want to say, but you’re right. Murasame Liger… Ruuji… I will defeat you myself!
Image Reinforcements! They just don’t stop coming…
Image (As Director Prome said, I don’t think there are that many people compatible with Bio Zoids. What kind of trick is Digald using?)
Image Ruuji! Today, you will bow down before my Volcano!
Image Zairin! No matter what Zoid you pilot, I won’t lose to someone like you!

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In comes Zairin in his Bio Volcano. Felme is also at full HP again, but you’ll only get money from her that first time. Make sure you take her down immediately since she’s right on top of your forces. Make sure you fight the Volcano at close range, since its best attacks don’t hit units right next to it.

This stage is a lot like the average Super Robot Wars J map, in that multiple enemy reinforcement waves will spawn at the various corners/edges of the map one after another and drag things out. Not necessarily unfun, but it does get annoying. At least this is the only stage like this in K… Right?

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Image Tch. I’ve taken too much damage. I don’t think I can take any more.

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Image A Lanstag!? Who’s piloting it?
Image I… I know that flying Zoid… I know the person who pilots it! I have to talk to her!
(???)
Image Gin? Why is Gin here?
Image UUUOOOOOHHHHH!

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Image W-what is that Lanstag doing!?
Image I… I know you! Who am I!? Please tell me!
Image Is that Souta? You’re still alive?
Image Souta? My name is Souta?
(Name is now Souta)
Image Do you not remember?
Image Tell me… Who am I!?
Image How boring.
Image Huh?
Image You were an interesting kid who could easily pilot any Zoid. Yes, you were the perfect toy.
Image A toy!?
Image Whenever I showed you a sweet face, you would immediately get cocky, which was kinda cute if a bit annoying. But that’s over now. I have no use for a broken toy.
Image I was a toy? AHHHHHHHH!

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Image I’m… I’m not a toy!
Image You’re so annoying. Don’t ever show yourself before me again!
[Felme retreats]
Image I’m not a toy!
Image Gin! If you stay there, you’ll get killed! Go back to Zuri!
Image Mii… Okay. I’ll go back… Ugh…
[Souta retreats]
Image What was that about?
Image Eyes on the prize, kid! Look straight ahead and fight!
Image Right!

Image You took down Sora City… If we weren’t there, everyone living there would have died!
Image Sora City? What are you blabbering about?
Image Don’t play dumb, you prick! I don’t like your attitude!
Image (Sora City? What’s this guy talking about?)

Image Time to settle things once and for all, Ruuji!
Image That’s exactly what I want! My Liger can Evolt! I won’t lose to your new model!
Image (Gah! This intense pain again… I can’t fight for a long time like this. I have to finish this quickly!)

The plot continues once Zairin is defeated.

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Image Dammit! I can’t retreat until I’ve settled things with him! Ruuji! Fight me!

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Image Zairin!

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Image Let’s go, Ruuji!
Image Come, Zairin!

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Image UWAAAAAH!

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Image Dang it! That threw me off balance!
Image This is the end, Ruuji!
Image Gah!
Image What? The Volcano stopped moving!?
Image I… I can’t move my body! Move, damn you! I need to settle… things with Ruuji…
Image What!?
[Something covers Zairin’s head inside the cockpit]
Image W-what is this!?
Image “HOSTILE RESPONSE FROM LARGE ZOID CONFIRMED…”
Image W-who goes there!?
Image “BIO-PARTICLE CANNON, CHARGING…”

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Image “BIO-PARTICLE LINK, PREPARATIONS COMPLETE…”
Image A bio-particle cannon!? Don’t use that! I’m Zairin the Zoid pilot! I need to settle things with Ruuji!
[The Bio Volcano targets Ruuji]
Image STOP!
[The Bio Volcano turns and hits a nearby forest with the bio particle cannon]
Image Ahh!
Image Ugh… I’m retreating…
[Zairin retreats]

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Image If you think you’ve won, think again, Ra Kan!
(This is Georg. His mugshot is different because it’s based off of his CGI model, while every other character is in 2D.)
Image A Bio Tricera!? I thought we killed him the other day…
Image I was resurrected by the power of God to get revenge on you, Ra Kan! I will kill you and every last one of your rebels, who oppose God’s will!
Image What obsession…
Image Even Gil Berg would be jealous of his stubbornness…
Image But no matter how many times you come back, you have no chance of winning!
Image I won’t let you lay a finger on my uncle!

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The last wave of reinforcements is led by Georg and his Bio Tricera. Pivot to the southwest and take him out!

Image No matter how persistent you are, no matter how many times you come back to life, I’ll send you to hell again!
Image Silence, little girl! I, resurrected by the hand of God, am now invincible! I cannot possibly be defeated by the likes of you!

Image I was raised from the dead by God. Therefore, I dedicate everything to Him! But Ra Kan, you are an exception! I will kill you for myself!
Image I can’t believe you’re still alive… You could have used that persistence for literally anything else!

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Image Dammit! I was defeated after God resurrected me!? Impossible! I refuse to accept it! My machine just wasn’t working properly! This won’t happen next time! Remember that!

The map finally ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image …It looks like that was the last of them.
Image Phew! That took a while…
Image Thanks to everyone, we were able to protect Zuri. You have my gratitude.
Image Don’t think they’ll give up after this.
Image You’re careful as always, brother!
Image It’s a natural attitude for MARZ.
Image Don’t worry. No matter how many times they attack, we’ll drive them away!
Image But if we keep defending, we’ll never beat them.
Image I guess the only way to win is to kill Jiin after all.
Image Let’s have a strategy meeting to discuss our next steps. If we pool our brains together, we might be able to come up with an effective solution.
Image Let’s go back to the castle for now!
Image Yeah… Huh?
Image What’s up, Ruuji?
Image Look at that!

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Image It’s the Volcano! Didn’t he retreat?
Image Something happened to him during the battle. I’ll check it out!

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Image !!
Image Zairin!?
Image …
Image Why are you wearing that?
Image What’s wrong, Ruuji? Did something happen?
Image Zairin is unconscious! Can I help him?
Image He’s an enemy Zoid pilot, right? Just leave him. Although, it would be funny to help him…
Image It’s more dangerous to leave a Bio Zoid and its pilot in a place like that. Take him to the infirmary. We’ll keep a close eye on him.
Image Sir!
Image Garaga, please bring his Bio Zoid into the hangar.
Image Okay!
Image Everyone else, come to the castle once you’re ready.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Infirmary]
Image Ugh…
Image Good morning.
Image Where am I?
Image The Daiku-Maryu’s infirmary. Ruuji brought you here.
Image Ruuji did? Wait, you didn’t tie me to the bed even though I’m your enemy?
Image Hmm? Was I supposed to?
Image Then why can’t I move my body?
Image You were extremely weak. If Ruuji hesitated in bringing you here, you would have died.
Image What?
[The door opens]
Image Oh, you woke up.
Image Who are you?
Image The name’s Sakon. I’m a crew member of the Daiku-Maryu. You’re Zairin, right?
Image Did Ruuji tell you that?
Image Yes. Zairin, I have one question.
Image You can’t make me divulge any classified info!
Image This may be classified anyway. Regarding that Bio Zoid you were piloting, it was equipped with a system that absorbs the pilot’s life energy. What’s that about?
Image Huh!?
Image That system was draining your strength. Did you pilot that Bio Zoid knowing it would do that?
Image (A system that steals life energy? Is that why I felt pain and exhaustion whenever I piloted the Volcano!?)
Image …Judging from your expression, it seems you didn’t know. Well, we’ve removed that dangerous system. You’re no longer in danger..
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Image (The system that was killing me, and the bio-particle cannon activated on its own… The Volcano held those secrets… Jiin!)
Image What’s the matter? Are you feeling unwell?
Image …My head hurts. Let me sleep…
Image As you wish.
Image (I want to get out of here right now, but my body won’t move… For now, I have no choice but to rest until I recover my strength…)

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image It goes without saying, but we won’t be able to stop Digald’s advance by staying here.
Image But with our current fighting strength, we’re at an overwhelming disadvantage in terms of numbers.
Image For a time, the guerrillas’ morale was at an all time high, but with that latest offensive, everyone is depressed.
[Phone ringing]
Image This is Rosa
Image This is Franklin! Zairin has escaped!
(Phone)
Image What!?
Image He hit me from behind and ran out! I didn’t expect him to recover that quickly! I was careless!
Image Where did that bastard go!?
Image My Lord, it’s a disaster! That Digald soldier stole the Bio Zoid and escaped!
Image We’ve been had!
Image I’ll chase him in the Rainbow Jerk!
Image I’ll go too!
Image Wait! Why can’t we just let him go?
Image Huh?
Image Why should we!? He’s an enemy officer!
Image If we catch him, we might get an advantage in some way.
Image I didn’t save him just to take him prisoner, only because he was injured. If he’s recovered, let him go back to Digald.
Image How naive can you be? What if we have to fight him again!?
Image That’s…
Image Kotona, just to be safe, go out and keep an eye on him. There’s no need to recapture him.
Image Uncle!
Image Ruuji is right. He’s not our prisoner. We were planning to let him go when he recovers anyway.
Image Got it. I’m going!
[Kotona runs out]
Image Zairin might return. Keep a tight watch on the surrounding area.
Image I’ll volunteer for guard duty. If he returns, I’ll kill him myself! Or at the very least, I’ll take him prisoner for real.
Image Permission granted.
Image Sir!

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[Digald Military Base]
Image I’ve finally found one of our bases. I need to contact Dig from here and ask Jiin what his true intentions are.
Image Stop! Who are you!? Ah! It’s Zairin!
Image I want to contact Dig. Can you lend me your radio?
Image Sorry, we cannot let you onto the base!
Image Excuse me?
Image It’s a direct order from Marshal Jiin! No one is allowed onto the base at night!
Image Jiin said that? That’s stupid!
Image Sorry, but please wait until the morning!
Image Fine. I’ll wait.
Image Thank you for your understanding!
Image (Oh well. With this level of security, it’ll be easy enough to sneak into the base. I have to contact Jiin no matter what!)

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[Digald Military Base, On Site]
Image To think it was this easy to infiltrate… All the guards should be demoted. Now, where’s that communicator… I’m in the barracks, so it should be somewhere around here…
Image W-what? This isn’t the barracks. Is this where the mechanical soldiers are stored?
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(Generic Bio Zoid pilot called “Number”)
Image It’s eerie, seeing so many mechanical soldiers lined up like this…
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Image There’s no radio here. I’ll look elsewhere…
Image …Help…
Image Hmm? I think I heard a voice just now… Was it the wind?
Image …Help…rin…
Image No. I’m not hearing things. This mechanized soldier spoke!
Image …Help me… Zairin…
Image The mechanical soldier said my name!? What the hell is going on here?
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Squad time! We’ve got 23+1 deployment slots. Solos are Lacus, Shinn, Kira, Athrun, Gainer, Van, Lunamaria, Kazuki, Cagalli, Mu, Selene, Sven, Sayaka, Mist, and Priscilla. Pairs are Nero/Angelica, Gain/Maya, Hiroshi/Miwa, Kenji (Jeeg)/Kyo, Koji/Yagyuu, Michio/Kenji (Fafner), Sakura/Mamoru, and Asuham/Canon. The only mandatory deployment is Van. The only other change I made was I moved Asuham into the Rush Rod.

Last time, on the way to The Claw’s rocket launch, Van came to an epiphany.

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[???]
Image Carossa, Melissa, why did you launch without permission?
Image Intruders were approaching. I wanted to deal with them.
Image We wanted to be useful to the Comrade…
Image But in the end, you didn’t accomplish anything. On the contrary, you couldn’t save Woo.
Image Are… Are we going to be abandoned?
Image Abandoned? Why would we ever do that?
Image Ever since Michael joined, the Comrade has been cold to us! As long as Michael is here, we’re not needed!
Image That’s not…
Image That’s not true at all. Michael is a friend who works for the sake of the Comrade, right?
Image That’s right. Carossa, you’re overthinking things.
Image Shut up! I don’t want to hear that from you!
Image Carossa, calm down…
Image Anyway, please avoid acting recklessly in the future. If something were to happen to you, the Comrade will be sad.
Image Hmph!
Image I’m sorry, Fasalina…
Image Melissa, let’s just go!
[Carossa and Melissa leave]
Image They really are just kids…
Image Lady Fasalina, could you please be a little more strict with him? Many researchers are dissatisfied with his selfishness.
Image It’s fine. If the plan succeeds, all dissatisfaction will be resolved.
Image That’s true, but…
Image More importantly, how’s the Saudade’s launch coming along?
Image It’s almost complete. We’re finishing the final adjustments now. Michael, please get ready.
Image Understood.
Image We’re counting on you to make our Comrade’s plan a success.
Image Ma’am! Excuse me!
[The researcher leaves]
Image The time of happiness is almost upon us… Ah… I can’t wait…

This next scene changes depending on your heroine route.

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(Sheldia Route)
[Archangel, Hallway]
Image Hey, Mist… I heard about the Serkerius from Murdoch.
Image Yeah. It seems the activation experiment was successful. I can’t wait to see it once we rejoin the Daiku-Maryu.
Image That’s my new machine! You can’t have it!
Image I wasn’t trying to take it from you or anything. However, I also checked out the disc that he gave you. There was a report from Dad about the machine.
Image Oh?
Image According to that report, even if it does lead to ultimate power, there appears to be some degree of risk when the Revrius and Serkerius combine.
Image Risk?
Image It’ll be fine! I’m not scared no matter what the risk is!
Image We might cause problems for others, you know? Don’t think we exist in a vacuum.
Image Like you’re one to talk.
Image Ugh… I’ll be careful too…
Image …
Image So, what risks are involved?
Image Nothing specific was written, but there also wasn’t a way to mitigate it. It seems the original development team was intentionally delaying the project.
Image How bad could it really be…
Image When you defeated Ispail, the Revrius unleashed a tremendous amount of power. It even caused you to faint, remember?
Image Yeah. I was so exhausted, I felt like I used up all of my strength.
Image I was so worried!
Image I know. I’m sorry about that.
Image …Maybe it has something to do with that? Like in exchange for ultimate power, the pilot’s strength will be sapped until they die…
Image Don’t jinx it! There’s no way Mist will die!
Image Don’t yell. It’s just a guess.
Image What kind of guess is that!? It’s not funny!
Image Angelica, I wouldn’t be surprised if your guess is correct. When I defeated Ispail, my stamina was at its limit. If I were to unleash even greater power, I would probably die.
Image Then isn’t it too dangerous to combine?
Image Perhaps… But that’s only if we use this ultimate power after combining. If I could annihilate the enemy and bring peace to the Earths, I wouldn’t mind using up my life.
Image Huh?
Image I mean, I don’t want to die if I can help it. It’s just how determined I am. When I joined the Defense Force, I resolved to dedicate my life to protect Atreem. I wish to do the same to protect my new home, Earth.
Image Heck yeah, Mist! You’re so cool!!
Image …If you think I’d say that, you’re wrong!
Image Huh?
Image We need to work together to not only protect peace on Earth, but to live in it too! Don’t take your death so lightly!
Image I wasn’t taking it lightly…
Image So stop saying that all the time!
Image …I’ve let you know about the risks of combining. Be careful not to get into any trouble.
[Angelica leaves]
Image The risks of combining, huh… We have to be careful.
Image I doubt we’ll need to worry about that. Professor Sakon can easily deal with the problem of it taking your strength, right?
Image You think so? I bet he can too.
Image But first, we need to stop The Claw from launching that rocket! I can’t fight, but I’ll support you however I can!
Image Thank you, Sheldia.
Image Good luck, Mist!

(Angelica Route)
[Archangel, Hallway]
Image Hey, Mist… I need to talk to you about something regarding the Serkerius.
Image Hmm? What is it?
Image On Professor Sakon’s disc, there was a report from Dad. According to that report, even if it does lead to ultimate power, there appears to be some degree of risk when the Revrius and Serkerius combine.
Image What kind of risk?
Image Nothing specific was written, but there also wasn’t a way to mitigate it. It seems the original development team was intentionally delaying the project.
Image How bad could it really be…
Image When you defeated Ispail, the Revrius unleashed a tremendous amount of power. It even caused you to faint once before, remember?
Image Yeah. I was so exhausted, I felt like I used up all of my strength.
Image Maybe it’s related to that? Perhaps when you combine, the pilot uses up all of their strength and dies in exchange for ultimate power.
Image That might be possible. If I unleashed more power than when I defeated Ispail, I think I would die. I was barely hanging on back then…
Image With that in mind, maybe we shouldn’t combine. You don’t want to die, do you?
Image Of course not. But if combining and using this power could annihilate our enemies and bring peace to Earth, then I wouldn’t mind using up my life!
Image Mist…
Image Of course, I don’t want to die if I can help it. I’m just expressing my resolve. When I joined the Defense Force, I dedicated my life to protecting Atreem. I want to do the same to protect my new home, Earth.
Image That’s right… I have the same resolve as you… If the time comes, I too will…
Image Hey, hey, don’t be so serious, Angelica. Professor Sakon might easily solve the stamina problem, right? Let’s stop thinking about the worst case scenario!
Image You’re right…
Image Right now, our priority is to stop The Claw’s rocket launch!
Image I wish I could use the Serkerius… I don’t even care if we can’t combine. I just want to get back into the fight as soon as possible!
Image Just be patient a little longer. I know you’re capable of that, my dear Angelica!
Image What’s that about!?

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[???]
Image Fasalina, I heard you went to Lyman a few days ago.
Image Yes. I went to borrow an Overman from the Siberian Railway. Among the special abilities called Overskills that Overmen possess, there was one in particular that’s essential for advancing the Comrade’s plan.
Image That Overmen should have been very valuable. How did you manage to borrow it?
Image Actually, I took advantage of the whole city being frozen over and stole it.
Image What!?
Image I negotiated with Kids Munt multiple times, but he just wouldn’t lend it to us… So I had no choice but to take it.
Image Did you really?
Image Are you dissatisfied, Michael?
Image No. If it’s for the good of the Comrade, then it’s acceptable.
Image You’re lying. Your eyes are saying you disapprove. You shouldn’t lie like that.
Image Fasalina, I believe in him. But deep down, I feel like I still don’t fully understand his dream. When his dream comes true, what will happen to this world?
Image Michael, I wanted you to figure that out for yourself.
Image Thanks… By the way, what does this useful Overskill even do?
Image The Overskill used by the Jimba is “theft”.
Image Theft?
Image With that Overskill, I can steal anything regardless of space. That’s how I extracted the poison from a poisonous flower. That flower is absolutely essential to the Comrade’s plan.
Image I see… So you made the flowers harmless.
Image There’s also the Overman Planetta, whose Overskill makes people’s inner thoughts completely transparent to others, making it impossible to keep secrets. I couldn’t do a detailed analysis, but the Comrade is very interested in it.
Image That does seem useful in spreading the Comrade’s teachings… But now that the time of happiness is so close, that ability might be meaningless.
Image That’s true…
[Alarm]
Image The alarm? What’s going on?
Image Lady Fasalina! We’ve got trouble! Four Overmen are approaching!
(Phone)
Image Overmen!? Are they from the Siberian Railway!?
Image Have they come to regain the Overman I stole? Regardless of the reason, we can’t let them get any closer to the base. I’ll go out in the Dahlia. Also, deploy Defensive Unit 101, the Blood Cradle.
Image Roger!
Image I’ll go out in the Saudade!
Image No. Leave this to me. Michael, you concentrate on preparing the rocket for launch. It’s all for his sake.
Image Got it!
Image Our Comrade’s dream… The time of happiness… I won’t let anyone interfere…

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Archangel Route Chapter 27: Countdown to Happiness

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Image Lord Kashmir! Attacking the enemy base with just us four is far too reckless!
Image Let’s wait for the Bio Zoid reinforcements to arrive!
Image Silence! The plan was to occupy the base yesterday! I will not allow any further delays to the plan! My pride won’t allow it!
Image But even so, we can’t possibly win with just us!
Image With the power of the Lionneter, I can make the enemy fight themselves! That’s how we’ll make up for this delay!
Image (Will it really turn out like that?)

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Image Overman pilots, did you come here to become our friends?
Image Of course not! We’ve come to occupy this base, young lady!
Image We cannot allow people like you to pass. Won’t you please leave?
Image Let’s book it, Lord Kashmir!
Image There’s no way we can do that! We’ll force our way through!
Image Is that so? Then you leave us no choice.

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Image The more the merrier! Lionneter, use your power and make them fight each other!

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[Kashmir activates his Overskill]
Image Now, tremble in fear and kill each other!

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Image W-what!? Why didn’t it work!?
Image Sorry, but the Blood Cradle is an unmanned Armor. Mental attacks are useless.
Image What the hell!?

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Image I need to rearrange the formation… I’m getting out of here!
[Kashmir retreats]
Image Ah! That prick! He ran away on his own!
Image Did he abandon us!?
Image I had a bad feeling about this from the start… Dammit, Kashmir!
Image It seems you’ve been abandoned. How pitiful.
Image Shut up! Don’t pity us! It’ll only make us feel worse!
Image Lady Fasalina! Dann of Thursday is approaching!
(phone)

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Image Sorry to keep you waiting!
Image Dann of Thursday… You will not pass.
Image Where’s The Claw!? Where is he!?
Image I can’t tell you that. I can’t let you and the Comrade meet.
Image Then I’ll drag him out by force!
Image Ah… Why are you so single-minded… Van of the Missing Number?
Image Wrong. People now call me Van of the Dawn!
Image Sir Kejinan! Let’s escape while we have the chance! I’m fed up with being bossed around by Kashmir!
Image What are we going to do after leaving Digald?
Image Who cares! As long as we’re alive, we’ll figure something out!
Image Dammit! This isn’t over yet! Just you wait!
[The three stooges retreat]
Image I’ve heard a lot about you from Gadved. Why don’t you join the new Original Seven?
Image I’m not much of a team player.
Image Hehe. What an interesting man… Let’s get along…
Image Shut up!

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Image Don’t push yourself too hard… Seeing you like that… I… How should I put it… Well, I’m going to bloom…
Image What’s with this woman!?

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Image Die!

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Image There’s another one? Hehe…

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Image Gah!
Image To suddenly start shooting… What a rude person…
Image (Dammit! The drill system is malfunctioning because of that attack!)
Image One at a time, both at once, it doesn’t matter. Let’s have a good time. Hehe…
Image What a disgusting woman! I’ll beat you to a pulp and make you tell me where The Claw is!

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We’ve got Ray in the Volcain here to help us as an uncontrollable NPC ally once more! Like last stage, he’s functionally immortal and will revive at full health if his HP is reduced to 0.

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The first boss of this stage is Fasalina in Dahlia of Wednesday.

The plot continues at the start of the next turn.

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Deploy the troops!

Image There’s the rocket!
Image It looks like they’re trying to launch an Armor into space…
Image Why would they do that?
Image I don’t know the reason, but we can’t let them launch!
Image Oh? I could have sworn Kejinan and his friends in Under Golames were just here…
Image They probably ran away. Or maybe they’re hiding like cowards. Let’s just ignore them for now!
Image Oh my… So many future friends have arrived…
Image Hey, you! Get out of the way if you don’t want to get hurt!
Image Oh dear… I just want to be friends with everyone…
Image What are you talking about?
Image You guys are plotting world domination, aren’t you!?
Image On the contrary, the Comrade desires cooperation over domination, and friendship over conquest. He’s prepared to sacrifice his life for world peace…
Image Sacrifice himself for world peace?
Image Why is he trying to launch a rocket!?
Image The Comrade is afflicted by a fatal illness. However, with his final brilliance, he will reformat this world.
Image Reformat? You’re going to erase everything?
Image That’s a misunderstanding. I’m referring to an event when the Comrade’s body is disintegrated in space and becomes one with all living things at an unconscious level. Yes. All life will come to share his thoughts. Ah, what a wonderful universe!
Image I…don’t really understand…
Image If their plan succeeds, our minds will be replaced by The Claw’s without us even realizing it.
Image Not replaced. You’ll just be given the same happiness that he has in his heart. The Comrade may die, but his existence will literally live on in all of us forever!
Image So we’ll become his henchmen against our wills!
Image There is no superior or inferior. We will all be the same.
Image Don’t talk nonsense!
Image Is this planet really okay as it is? Violence and discrimination are rampant. The weak are forced to be victims.
Image How dare you say that! You’re the ones who commit violence and preying on the weak!
Image You take people’s lives for no reason!
Image You took Gadved and Woo’s lives, didn’t you? You call the Comrade a villain, but how are you any different?
Image That’s…
Image Van, was it? What good will it do to spread your personal hatred any further? Why don’t we break this chain of sadness? The Comrade is trying to erase people’s mistakes.
Image …
Image Do you understand? Once the plan is complete, he’ll disappear. Your wish will be granted. Isn’t that good enough?
Image I see. I get it now…
Image You do?
Image Yes. I understand perfectly. I can’t waste any more time!
Image Huh?
Image Stop spouting nonsense! The world can go to hell for all I care! Before The Claw dies, I’ll end his life with my own hands!
Image I don’t quite get what your plan is, but I want to be myself! I don’t want to be someone else!
Image (I hate myself… There are times when I wish I didn’t exist…)
Image To have my mind controlled by someone else without even knowing that… I can’t accept it!
Image I am me! I won’t let you get away with this!
Image Don’t you understand? Then, to protect the Comrade’s dream, I will thoroughly crush all of you. After that, we’ll be best friends.
Image Don’t be stupid! Who would want to be friends with someone like you!?

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Image Fasalina! We’re here to help!
Image Carossa, did you go into battle without permission again?
Image We want to protect the Comrade’s dream too!
Image Please let us help…
Image …Okay. Let’s protect his dream together!
Image Let’s go, weaklings! This time, we’ll crush you!
Image Fasalina! The Saudade is about to launch! Please hold them off until then!
Image Of course…
Image Captain! It seems the rocket is about to launch!
Image Everyone, we don’t have much time! We have to break through enemy lines and stop the rocket from launching!
Image Roger! If it launches, we lose! Everyone, hurry!
Image According to intercepted communications, it’ll launch in 5 minutes! Get to the rocket before then!

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Joining now are Carossa and Melissa, who are the same as the last stage.

As Murrue said, the rocket will launch in 5 turns. You have to get any unit onto the marked tiles within the time limit, or else it’s Game Over. If you defeat all enemies in the time limit (which is difficult, as you’ll see later), the Archangel will rush the point and blow it up itself.

There’s also a secret to worry about!

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Have Van defeat Fasalina and either Carossa or Melissa.

Van doesn’t have to defeat both twins, just one of them.

Before I get into the boss dialogues, the plot advances once someone stops the rocket.

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Image Dammit! I didn’t make it in time! How dare you destroy the Comrade’s dream!
Image That voice… Michael! Is that really you!?
Image Wendy… I told you to go back to Evergreen… That doesn’t matter now. Why are your friends interfering with the Comrade’s plan!?
Image …We can’t agree with the Claw’s plan. If I had the power to fight, I’d be fighting too. You’re in the wrong, Brother!
Image …It seems you don’t understand either, Wendy…
Image Tell me! Where is The Claw!?
Image Do you really think I’ll tell you?
Image Not really! I’ll force it out of you! Wendy! I’m going to punch your brother now!
Image Okay, Van. Make him see reason!
Image Wendy?
Image Permission granted! No more hesitation! Well, I would have done it even if she said no!
Image Fine then! I’ll make you pay for shattering his dream!
Image Let’s dance, Michael!

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The final boss of this stage is Michael in the Saudade of Sunday. It hits hard at all ranges, so use your defensive spirits.

Now all the players are here. First are the first combat lines.

Image Replacing people’s minds with your own… It might not be violent, but isn’t that a blatant act of invasion!? It’s absolutely unforgivable!

Image Where is The Claw!? I don’t care about any of you! Show me The Claw!

Image I absolutely refuse to let The Claw’s mind replace my own! I’ll stop such a disgusting thing from happening!

Image If The Claw’s plan is carried out…
Image We’ll lose our sense of justice!
Image That’s absolutely unacceptable!
Image (Zzz…)
Image Let’s go, amigos! We must protect our sense of justice!

And now, the boss dialogues. An event happens when you shoot down either Carossa or Melissa, so I’ll cover them last.

Image If the Comrade’s plan is carried out, everyone in the world will be happy! Why are you interfering!?
Image Being controlled by someone’s ideology doesn’t bring happiness! Such a world shouldn’t exist! The future must be grasped with your own hands, otherwise it’s meaningless!
Image Is that your ideal? That’s why conflict will never disappear from the world! Listen to my words! The Comrade’s ideals are absolute!
Image That’s a false happiness! It’s not your own!
Image You stubborn fool! If you interfere any more, I will kill you!
Image Killing those who oppose you… What kind of happiness is that!?
(TL Note: They share the same voice actor)

(Shinn or Hiroshi vs Michael)
Image How could you make your little sister suffer!?
Image Don’t interfere in a problem between siblings!
Image No, that won’t do! I won’t forgive anyone who makes their sister sad!
Image I’ll knock some sense into you!!
Image Huh!? What power…

Image Did you force Wendy to come to this dangerous place!? You’re a villain!
Image I never once told her to follow me! She came here on her own!
Image What?
Image Wendy’s not the issue right now! I’m going to beat you and force you to tell me where The Claw is!

Image Hey, you’re Wendy’s brother, aren’t you? Why are you part of The Claw’s gang? You shouldn’t be making your sister sad!
Image Sorry, but I have my own life. No matter how much I do for her sake, I can’t compromise on that!
Image What!? Don’t talk like you know everything! Think about what The Claw is trying to do and wake up already!

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Image Comrade, I’m sorry. I couldn’t protect your dream…
Image Michael, there’s no need for you to be depressed.
(Phone)
Image Comrade!
Image My dream isn’t over yet. They will lend us their power.
Image Who’s they?
Image I need both your and the Saudade’s help. Go to these coordinates. We’ve started without you.
Image O-okay! I’m on my way!
Image I’ll be waiting. See you soon.
[The Claw hangs up]
Image I don’t have time to deal with you any more. I’m taking my leave.
[Michael leaves]
Image Wait! Where’s The Claw!?

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Image Dammit! Are they getting in my way!? Get out of here!

Image Van of the Dawn… You possess remarkable abilities… I want to know you better… Let’s become closer…
Image Don’t be ridiculous! I don’t want anything to do with a creepy woman like you! Besides, I’m a virgin!
Image Don’t say anything more. Just leave everything to me…
Image I refuse! I won’t give my virginity to you!

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Image How could I have exposed myself like this in front of everyone? Well, there’s nothing I can do about it now. I’ll withdraw… Next time, I’ll show you an even more magnificent display… Hehehe…

Image Unlike that strange woman, you two are more straightforward. You’re much easier to fight! Let’s keep things simple!
Image Hey, Carossa. What’s he talking about?
Image How should I know!? I’m going to defeat him! That’s all!
Image Enough talk! Come at me!

If you kill both twins at the same time, the game will treat it as if you killed Carossa, which is what’s happening here.

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Image No! I can’t lose! I’ll protect her! Melissa! MELISSAAAAAAA!
[Carossa explodes]
Image C-Carossa? No… Why? Carossa… Don’t leave me alone… Carossa… Carossa! NOOOOOOOOOO!
[Melissa gains full HP and casts Aim, Guard, and Fury]

So if you defeat one twin, the other will get pissed and cast Aim, Guard, and Fury every single turn. This quadruples their effective HP, makes all attacks hit, and all attacks crit. However, since they lack any EN regeneration, they become harmless once that runs out. Still, you’ll have to take them down despite it all.

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Image Carossa… I think this is the end… But now we can be reunited… Carossa…
[Melissa explodes]

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image Where’s The Claw!? He’s hiding in the base, isn’t he!?
Image Van, can you hear me?
(Phone)
Image Is The Claw here!?
Image I checked. The base is completely empty.
Image What!? You mean he escaped!?
Image It seems that way.
Image DAMMIT!
Image But at least we stopped his plan, right?
Image We destroyed his rocket at the very least.
Image One rocket, sure. But what if they have a backup?
Image Don’t say that! We just won this difficult fight…
Image Complacency and carelessness are the enemy.
Image If they have a backup, we’ll just destroy that one too! As long as the enemy continues their evil deeds, we’ll continue to fight! That’s what being a Mobile Samurai is all about!
Image Yeah, yeah…
Image Captain Ramius, I have a request.
Image What is it?
Image Please check to see if there are three Under Golames hiding around here.
Image Under Golames? Miriallia, if you would.
Image Roger.
[Beeping]
Image Found the Under Golames!

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Image Of course they’d be hiding…
Image Kejinan! Enge! Jabori! Can you hear me!?
Image Y-Yassaba! No, Captain Yassaba!
Image And he instantly starts groveling…
Image What do you want with us?
Image I-it was Kejinan and Enge who betrayed you! I had nothing to do with it!
Image You’re pathetic, Jabori!
Image I’m sorry, sis!
Image Hey, chuckleheads. Do you want to work for me again?
Image Huh? W-what did you say?
Image He’s saying he’ll forgive your betrayal and wants you to work for him again.
Image R-really!?
Image I’m not the same man I was when I was a minion of the Siberian Railway, always tormenting the populace. Now I fight to protect the world!
Image You guys should fight alongside us for the good of the world and its people! What’s your decision?
Image Captain! Sis! Please let us join you!
Image Captain Yassaba! I’m sorry for betraying you! Please let me be your subordinate again!
Image Two down! Kejinan, what about you?
Image I… I…
Image Is that a no?
Image (Even if I go back to Kashmir, I’ll only ever be at the bottom of the totem pole… But then again, I can’t do anything by myself… I guess I have no choice but to bow my head to Yassaba…)
Image Captain Yassaba! I, Kejinan, will swallow my pride and work under you once again!
Image That took a while.
Image He was probably calculating all possible outcomes. This must have been the most advantageous decision. Such a stingy guy…
Image Hey! I can hear you!
Image Then it’s settled! I’ll take good care of you three! Captain Ramius, do we have room for three more pilots?
Image Yes. As long as we fight, the more allies we have, the better.
Image I never imagined we’d become allies again this way.
Image Ah! Lord Asuham!
Image Honestly, I’m speechless at your lack of principles.
Image Please don’t say that, Lord Asuham! We’ll be relying on you from now on!
Image Heh…
Image (Lord Asuham…)
Image Hey, Yassaba! Be careful not to be betrayed by them again!
Image I’ll be keeping a close eye on them, so it’ll be fine. Though if they even think about betraying us again, they’ll regret it.
Image Y-yes ma’am!
Image Ray, join us too!
Image My revenge isn’t over yet. I still need to kill The Claw!
[Ray leaves]
Image Ray… At least let me repair your Volkain…
Image Okay, everyone. Please return to the Archangel. Let’s return to Zuri and rendezvous with the Daiku-Maryu.

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[???]
Image This is the first time we’ve spoken like this, correct?
Image Yes. Usually Fasalina is the liaison. How are her injuries?
(Phone)
Image They said it’s not serious, but she’s resting just in case.
Image I see…
Image Even so, I never dreamed that you would have prepared a duplicate of our previous base. How did you know the details of our plan? It was supposed to be a secret.
Image Our intelligence gathering capabilities are better than you know. If we wanted to, we could access any information available.
Image So you stole it…
Image Are you complaining?
Image No no, it’s fine. Thanks to you, I can continue to dream.
Image Your way of thinking and your system is very interesting. I want you to be successful, which is why I had this second base built. It’s for the future of my organization.
Image Is that so? Then you have my gratitude. I will make the Time of Happiness Project a success. Look forward to the results.
Image I very much am. Talk to you later.
Image Later…
[Verini hangs up]
Image That person has dreams too… If this plan succeeds, I think I can become even closer to them…

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image It seems we’ve managed to thwart the Time of Happiness Project for now, but The Claw managed to escape.
Image The world is no longer in danger. Let’s be satisfied with that for now.
Image Like hell I can! It’s meaningless if The Claw is still alive!
Image That’s your problem, isn’t it? For us, the safety of the world is more important.
Image Revenge only creates a chain of sorrow, Van.
Image Don’t you dare say that!
Image S-sorry…
Image Putting aside Van’s personal grudge, if we leave The Claw alone, it’s only a matter of time before he does the same thing again.
Image We need to find him and secure him.
Image There’s no need to secure him. I know exactly what I want to do to him!
Image Please don’t yell. I know exactly what you want to do.
Image What was that, brat!?
Image Calm down, Van. Soushi, please be a little more respectful.
Image His selfishness is unbearable. We can’t act as a team like this!
Image Don’t be so uptight. You must not have many friends, do you?
Image What does that have to do with anything?
Image You don’t have any friends? Then let’s be friends! I’m best friends with Van, so in a way, you’ll be friends with him too!
Image Idiot! I don’t remember ever becoming friends with you!
Image I don’t need friends either.
Image Don’t be like that…
Image Captain! We’ve made contact with the Daiku-Maryu!
Image On screen.
[A screen turn on]
Image Captain Ramius! Are you all right? How did the battle go?
(Assume everyone on the other route is on the phone)
Image We stopped The Claw’s plan, though he managed to escape.
Image So the world is safe?
Image Yes… What about on your end?
Image We were also victorious. We’ve defeated Emperor Jiin I and Digald has collapsed.
Image You did it, Ra Kan!
Image This victory was only possible thanks to everyone’s help. I’m truly grateful.
Image Now that Digald is gone, that means we can restart our Exodus, right? Let’s bring over everyone from the other Earth!
Image The Siberian Railway probably doesn’t have enough forces left to interfere anymore. It’ll be smooth sailing to Yapan!
Image …What’s an Exodus?
Image Isn’t it a large-scale migration?
Image Yeah. They all left Wulgusk in Siberia and are heading towards a country called Yapan.
Image Why are you talking like you’re involved in it, Koji?
Image We’ve known Gainer and Sara for a while now. We can talk about it too!
Image Just because you can doesn’t mean you should, idiot!
Image Incidentally, this is one of the largest Exoduses I’ve ever pulled off.
Image Due to the invader’s interference, we were sent to another Earth, causing an unexpected interruption. However, our Exodus isn’t over yet. We must continue our journey to Yapan.
Image …Since we have gates, why don’t you just use it to instantly teleport to Yapan?
Image That’s not allowed. The Exodus only has meaning if we succeed with our own strength.
Image What meaning?
Image Even though we call ourselves migrants, it’s not like we ran away because life in Wulgusk was hard. We’re aiming for new lands, independent from the control of corrupt organizations like the London IMA and Siberian Railway. That’s the meaning behind the Exodus. That’s why, unless we reach Yapan with our own strength, we won’t truly be independent!
Image You speak so passionately.
Image But is that really okay, Sara? The other Earth is being attacked by invaders. Even if this Earth becomes peaceful, isn’t it wrong of us to abandon them for our Exodus?
Image That’s a very lawful good-like thing to say.
Image Gain…
Image But Gainer’s right. Forgetting our debt of gratitude to continue our Exodus like this would be extremely dishonorable.
Image You’re right.
Image So the Exodus is still on hold?
Image Yes, until we repay our debt.
Image …You’re right. We still don’t know where the Overdevil is either.
Image Hey, Archangel! Come back soon! We’ll have a feast when you return!
Image What!? A feast!?
Image Yup. You’ll face the Muteki-Dan’s invincible cooking!
Image Hell yeah! Let’s rush back to Zuri!
Image It looks like I finally get to eat a decent meal after all this time. *Starts crying*
Image Don’t cry about something pathetic like that… *Starts crying*
Image You guys must have had a really hard life. Poor things…
Image Please tell us your location and we’ll open a gate for you.
Image Please do. Archangel, launch!
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Squad time! Everyone is fighting, which includes Mist, Sheldia, Roll/A Kan, Daiya/Lee, Seijuurou, Ruuji, Rei Mii, Goh/Anna, Ron/Ti Ze, Chief, Fei Yen, Kotona, Garaga, Souta, Hatter, Puria, Dick, Ra Kan, Kouji/Shizuru, and Yanma. Mandatory deployments are Ruuji, Rei Mii, Kotona, Garaga, and Souta.

Last time, Digald destroyed Sora City and failed an attack on Zuri. Marshal Emperor Jiin I needs to go.

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image We have two proposals. The first is to assassinate Emperor Jiin to end the war once and for all. The other is to launch surprise attacks on Bio Zoid factories one by one to reduce their overall forces.
Image Digald is producing Bio Zoids as we speak. If we don’t stop that, we have no chance of winning. We’ll use gates to launch attacks on these factories and stop them from producing more Bio Zoids. It may take time, but I think this is the most reliable strategy.
Image You start small and work your way up! That’s how you properly do things!
Image That’s how we’ve been fighting Digald.
Image But then who knows how long it’ll take to defeat them.
Image And Digald’s tyranny has only gotten worse. Occupied territories, such as Iron Rock, have reported missing residents.
Image Is that really happening to Iron Rock!?
Image Yes.
Image Why are you panicking? Do you have friends living there?
Image Huh? Kinda… I know a few people there. I’m sorry. Don’t worry about that. Let’s keep going.
Image (I wonder if Rinna’s okay…)
Image If Digald’s cruelty is getting worse with each passing day, then while we are slowly destroying their factories, the people will become exhausted and lose the will to resist them, making our efforts entirely in vain.
Image That’s a long sentence!
Image I’m not saying that this isn’t the way to go and world peace is important too, but if we take too long, our Earth might end up in trouble too.
Image So let’s forget this slow strategy and kill that bastard Jiin as quickly as possible. That’ll topple Digald! If we work together, he’s not that much of a threat!
Image I feel a bit embarrassed to say this, since I was the one who proposed the plan in the first place, but do you really think it’s going to be that easy?
Image What do you mean?
Image When we attacked Dig the other day, I saw Jiin’s Zoid, the Bio Tyranno. It looks very impressive. I think it’s incomparably stronger than the Bio Kentros and Bio Triceras that we’ve been fighting thus far.
Image No matter how strong it is, it’s only one guy. If we jump him, there’s nothing he can do.
Image I sure hope so…
Image This wouldn’t be a problem if the Soraites would have helped us from the start. I mean, this is all their fault in the first place.
Image There’s no point in saying that now. Besides, they got what was coming to them.
Image What about teleporting the Bio Zoids to the edge of the universe? We have gates, so we can do that, right?
Image Great idea. Let’s just throw everyone into the sun.
Image Wait! The Bio Zoids have pilots!
Image We know of that Zairin guy and the Gin kid that Mii saved.
Image So if we just throw the Bio Zoids into the sun, we’d be no better than Edax. I can’t allow that!
Image Don’t get so worked up. I was just suggesting it as an option.
Image I thought it was a good plan…
Image Shut up, Grim Reaper.
Image I think the plan with the highest chance of success is to attack the factories, but that would take too long.
Image I think it’s best if we aim for a quick conclusion, even though there’s no guarantee that we can defeat something like the Bio Tyranno.
Image So what’s the plan?
Image What do you think, My Lord?
Image Hmm…
[Phone ringing]
Image Hmm? What’s that sound?
Image It’s an incoming call from the Daiku-Maryu!
Image Lulu, Ra Kan, we’ve just intercepted a Digald transmission.
(Phone)
Image What is it?
Image It’s a message from Emperor Jiin I to all Digald soldiers across the nation. I’m sorry, but could you come to the Daiku-Maryu? You don’t have a screen there.
Image Okay. I’m on my way. Everyone, please come with me.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image Here's a recording we took. Please watch.
Image My fellow countrymen! Digald is a part of the world, but what about the rest of it? This world is ruled by God, but now, that God is me! No, let me rephrase that. I, Jiin, am the one and only God! I’m a being that has transcended godhood! Therefore, I rightfully rule this world!
(Phone)
Image G-God!?
Image Transcended godhood? Don’t make me laugh.
Image A human calling himself God? It’s so ridiculous it makes my jaw drop!
Image My people! My Bio Tyranno and I will now launch a major offensive across the entire world! This world will be ruled by Digald in the name of the one and only God, Jiin! We will ruthlessly destroy anyone who does not bow down to their new God!
[End transmission]
Image That’s all.
Image Is Digald finally going to launch their final attack?
Image It’s impossible to stop Jiin’s momentum, no, growing arrogance.
Image We really need to stop Jiin! He’s someone we can’t let run wild!
Image A dictator who calls himself God. In other words, the height of self-righteousness and stupidity.
Image He’s annoying!
Image If we can defeat him, Digald as a whole will fall!
Image My Lord, let’s deal with Jiin. He just declared that he’s leading an offensive against the entire world. We don’t have time to be attacking factories!
Image Ra Kan! What’s your decision!?
Image …It seems we have no choice but to attack Jiin directly. But first, we need to investigate how powerful this Bio Tyranno is that Ron fears.
Image Let’s organize a recon unit to look into that Bio Zoid.
[Beeping]
Image Ra Kan, we’re getting a message from Ruuji, who’s currently on guard duty!
Image From Ruuji?
Image Ra Kan! Zairin came back!
(Phone)
Image That bastard came back after all!
Image But something’s wrong! His Bio Zoid is waving a white flag!
(Phone)
Image A white flag?
Image Is he surrendering?
Image It’s obviously a trap! I’ll go and rip up his white flag!
Image Stop it, Garaga. Zairin is a Digald soldier. He wouldn’t do something cowardly like tricking us with a white flag.
Image But…
Image Ruuji, tell Zairin to wait near Zuri’s outskirts. I’m on my way.
Image There’s no need for you to go all the way there! Let me--
Image No. There must be a good reason why Zairin, an enemy general, has come to us to surrender. I wish to hear it directly from him.
Image Then I’ll at least accompany you!
Image I’m going too! It would be terrible if something were to happen to you!
Image Same here!
Image All right. Everyone, follow me.

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[Zuri, Outskirts]
Image …This is quite a grand welcome.
Image It shows how little we trust you.
Image Why have you come back!? If it’s for revenge, then I’ll take you on!
Image No. I came here hoping to get help from the Digald Suppression Army.
Image Help? You’ve fought us so many times. Why do you need our help!?
Image Jiin is no god! There can be no god who disregards human life for his own selfish gain!
Image What are you talking about?
Image When I escaped from Zuri, I fled to a nearby base, hoping to contact HQ.
Image To request reinforcements for a second attack?
Image No. I wanted to question Jiin about something suspicious about my Volcano.
Image Something suspicious?
Image The system that absorbed my bio-energy. Plus, its bio-particle cannon was fired against my will. That’s something that wouldn’t happen with a normal Zoid.
Image Before yours, I’ve never encountered a system that takes its pilot’s life.
Image However, when I stopped by the base to make the call, I saw something unbelievable.
Image Which was what?
Image I was looking for a radio and I ended up wandering into a hangar for mechanical soldiers. As I was about to leave, one of them called out to me. I examined the robot and saw the name of my old friend, Wibbs, engraved onto its body.
Image Old friend? Why was his name written onto a mechanical soldier?
Image Wibbs, who was turned into a mechanical soldier, told me that his soul was extracted from his body and turned into the core of that soldier. All of those soldiers were powered by human souls!
Image What the…
Image I thought that the mechanical soldiers were just machines… Tools, even. But that’s not the case. They’re powered by the souls of the people they took from the towns and villages they occupied!
Image They turned human souls into mechanical soldiers?
Image That’s horrifying!
Image It was Jiin’s idea in order to conquer this world. Once a soul was implanted into a machine, it can pilot any Bio Zoid regardless of their affinity. Jiin was conquering towns and villages in order to collect human souls and expand his Bio Zoid army.
Image To think that Digald created such a terrifying system in order to use Bio Zoids…
Image The Soraites did say there was no way they had that many compatible pilots… That answers that question.
Image I finally realized that I was in the wrong. If Jiin continues his conquest, there will be more victims like Wibbs. We cannot allow innocent civilians’ souls to be exploited for one man’s ambitions! So I decided to release all the souls in the base and then destroy the factory that produces them.

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Image Something like this shouldn’t exist!

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Image It’s you… Jiin!
Image Are you betraying me?
Image You use people’s lives as tools to further your ambitions. I will never forgive you!
Image Who brought you, a mere rookie, into the upper echelon? Answer me, Zairin!
Image That man is dead!
Image Come again?
Image Zairin de Zaltz, who was nothing more than a cog in your machine, is now dead!
Image So who are you now?
Image I am Zairin! Zairin the Zoid pilot! You have a new enemy! A man from Zaltz village!
Image Heh… So you’re done playing the fool? That’s fine. Your role is already over.
Image What!?
Image Thanks to you giving me your life energy, my Bio Tyranno is completed. You and your Volcano have outlived your usefulness!
Image Life energy? So you’re the one who installed that system in the Volcano? I was disposable from the start!
Image You once said that you would help me become a god. I thought that you would sacrifice your life for that.
Image If I had known the kind of god you were aiming to become, I would never have followed you in the first place. I judge you as a man!
Image My former friend… May you rot inside the Volcano!
Image You never saw me as your friend! You lie to me even now!

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Image Impossible! How could the Volcano fight this well with that system installed!?
Image Sorry, but that life sucking system was already removed!
Image What!?
Image I’ll never forgive you! Rot in hell, Jiin!

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Image Shut up! You’re the one who’ll disappear!

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[Fade to white as they fire their beams at each other]

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[Zuri, Outskirts]
Image There’s no way I could have defeated the Bio Tyranno on my own, so I took advantage of an opening and retreated here. Please, let me fight Jiin with you!
Image Zairin…
Image I’ve heard your story. If what you said is true, then we must put a stop to Jiin’s ambitions as soon as possible.
Image I’ve told the soldiers at the other bases about the mechanical soldiers. They’re just as determined to stop Jiin as I am. By now, this information has probably spread to every base in the world.
Image Do you think we’d believe such a lie?
Image If you disassemble a soldier, the evidence will be evident. Everyone will believe it right away.
Image I see…
Image So Digald is facing a civil war right now?
Image I assume so. Anyone with common sense, a human heart, wouldn’t want to help Jiin.
Image What happened to that mechanical soldier… Your friend?
Image I released Wibbs’ soul from the robot, as well as all the others. I can only pray that the victims may rest in peace.
Image Since there are less mechanical soldiers, the number of Bio Zoids they can use has been reduced, correct?
Image We can safely assume that all Bio Zoids other than those directly under Jiin’s command have ceased to function.
Image If there are less enemies to fight, then maybe we have a chance of winning!
Image But it came at the cost of so many lives. I can’t be completely happy about it…
Image I know I’m being rude by saying this, my lady, but the souls were suffering. I believe that releasing those souls was the only salvation I could provide those who have already died. I may be presumptuous, but…
Image You’re probably right…
Image We just need to save the souls of the rest of the soldiers!
Image Exactly! We can--
Image Aren’t we fighting a war to destroy our enemies?
Image Dick! What are you--
Image Don’t look at me like that. I never get bored in this unit. I quite like it here.
Image So you’re just embarrassed.
Image I never thought Dick of all people could feel embarrassed.
Image Hmph… It seems like I’ve changed. This unit really is fantastic…
Image (...I see. These are the guys I’ve been fighting against… No wonder I couldn’t win…)
Image Sir Ra Kan, would you allow me to fight alongside you? As a former General of Digald, I cannot tolerate any more of Jiin’s violent actions.
Image Understood. Let’s fight together, Zairin.
Image My Lord! Are you joining forces with Digald!?
Image After hearing his story, it’s clear that our enemy is not Digald. The enemy we must defeat is a man who calls himself God and seeks to take over the world for himself… Jiin!
Image Thank you for understanding, Sir Ra Kan.
Image Mmm…
Image Let me fight with you too!
Image Gin!? Don’t push yourself yet!
Image I’m fine. I’ve fully recovered now. After I fought Felme the other day, my memories are slowly coming back. As a soldier of Digald, I have done many terrible things. I want to make up for that!
Image So we have another new ally?
Image Hmm.
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Image What’s wrong, Goh?
Image Are you thinking about what happened with Lou?
Image Yeah… But in this case, he’s not seeking revenge. But what if he goes out on a mission without permission and does something reckless like last time?
Image I’ll never do that again! The other day, I didn’t know who I was and I panicked… So…
Image Really now... Hmm…
Image Uncle, Gin’s skills as a Zoid pilot are undeniable!
Image Plus, with two of Digald’s four Generals on our side, the enemy’s morale will surely drop.
Image If anything happens, I’ll protect him!
Image If you say that, then my hands are tied. I will grant you permission to join us. Do you take issue with that, Sir Goh?
Image I think it’s okay.
Image I’m looking forward to your cooperation, Gin.
Image Thank you! Also, my real name is Souta. I don’t mind being called Gin, though.
Image Then I’ll be the only one who can call you Gin! Okay, Gin! Let’s do our best together!
Image Okay!
Image …
Image (Things sure have complicated themselves… I hope Ruuji won’t be affected in the upcoming battle…)
Image (It’ll be fine, Kotona. Sometimes he acts tough, but right now, he’s just thinking about what he needs to do. If anything, he seems a bit hesitant to fight alongside Zairin.)
Image It’s an unexpected turn of events, but it looks like the winds are starting to blow in our favor.
Image Evil will never flourish in this world! Right, Gocchin!?
Image Exactly!
Image Jiin must have already heard that the secret of the mechanical soldiers was revealed. I don’t know what he’ll do now that he’s cornered. We should use this chance to attack Dig.
Image Let’s go back to Zuri and draft up a proper strategy.
Image Roger that!
Image (I never thought I’d end up fighting alongside Zairin…)

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[Dig, Royal Palace]
Image Lord Jiin! We’ve got trouble! We’re receiving reports that soldiers all over the country are releasing the cores of the mechanical soldiers and rising up in rebellion against you!
Image I see…
Image It appears that Zairin revealed the secret behind the mechanical soldiers!
Image Zairin did?
Image (I never expected him of all people to betray Jiin…)
Image Hmph. It doesn’t matter what he does.
Image Are you sure?
Image It doesn’t matter that our soldiers are betraying us. We’ll just destroy them with Bio Tyranno’s Divine Lightning. I guess I must make an example out of the fools who dare defy their god… Georg, where did Zairin flee to?
Image It appears he joined Ra Kan at Zuri.
Image One heretic joins the rest, huh… It’ll be convenient to get rid of them all at once.
Image As you command.
Image (Zuri, huh… Speaking of which, I wonder how Souta’s doing.)
Image Let’s get ready to head to Zuri.
[Door opens]
Image Lord Jiin! Something’s happening!
Image What’s going on!? What’s with all that noise!?
Image Ra Kan’s men are attacking Dig!
Image What!?
Image Ra Kan took the initiative, eh? Interesting. It seems he wishes to fight! Georg, Felme, let’s go!
Image Sir!
Image …Roger.

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Daiku-Maryu Route Chapter 27: Ending

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Start by deploying the troops!

Image I’m not seeing any signs of civilians… Were they already turned into mechanical soldiers!?
Image If that’s the case, then Jiin is completely unforgivable!
Image Toying with the souls of his people… There’s no way that he’s a god!

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Image You’re here, Digald!
Image That’s a lot of Bio Zoids… But we can’t lose!
Image We’ll defeat Jiin and bring peace back to this world!
Image How absurd. How is that peace!? This world should be ruled by the one and only god, Lord Jiin!
Image How can he call himself a god when he commits atrocities like putting people’s souls into machine bodies!?
Image Exactly! Gods should think about people’s happiness!
Image Jiin is no god! He’s not even qualified to be the ruler of a nation. He’s just an asshole with a desire for control!
Image Silence! I won’t allow you to mock my god any further!
Image I won’t let Jiin have control over this world any longer! In the name of the Digald Suppression Army… No, the Jiin Suppression Army, we will stop him!
Image How absurd. No matter how many heretics there are, you can’t defeat God! However, there’s no need for Him to sully His hands! I, Georg, will take you on!
Image Then we’ll defeat you and drag Jiin out! Let’s go, Georg!
Image This is our final battle with Digald! Everyone, let’s go!

Of course, the new unit first.

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[Bio Volcano]
A very strong sniper unit. It’s also a Bio Zoid, so it gets Bio Armor which greatly increases its durability. Also, its basic combo attack grants an attack down debuff. All in all, the Bio Volcano is an extremely competent Zoid, with its own downside being its main attack guzzling 50 EN per shot. Make sure you give Zairin E-Save and Hit & Away.

Image I never imagined that I, of all people, would rebel against Digald… But I will not betray my principles as a human being over any loyalty to Jiin!

Welcome to the Zoids Genesis finale and the final battle against Digald!

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Our starting bosses are Georg in his Bio Tricera and Felme in her Bio Ptera. We’ve fought them multiple times before, so just treat them how you normally would.

However…

SECRET ALERT
Zoids Genesis Character #2 and #3
Have Kotona, Rei Mii, and Souta attack Felme. It doesn’t matter who shoots her down.
Kotona and Rei Mii have a combined kill count of 150 by the time Jiin is taken down for good.

If you couldn’t guess, Felme is the secret character and I’m writing this stage (and this save file) under the assumption that you’re recruiting her.

Anyway, here are the first battle dialogues.

Image Taking someone’s life so easily is bad enough, but misusing someone’s life is unforgivable! We have to free every single soul trapped inside those mechanical soldiers!

Image Are mechanical soldiers currently piloting those Bio Zoids? If so, I have to defeat those Zoids and free the mechanical soldiers’ souls!

Image Our only enemy is Jiin! Everyone, follow me!!

Image I can’t believe they were using human souls to power mechanical soldiers. How could they possibly justify such a heinous act? You’re the worst, Jiin!

And now, the boss dialogues.

Image Hey, you! You’re Gin’s friend, right?
Image Who’s Gin?
Image Don’t make him sad! Stop fighting!
Image What a noisy little girl. Do you really think I can stop fighting now?
Image Yes, I do! I’m sure you can!!

Image I was shocked when I learned the secret of the mechanical soldiers. Don’t you feel anything? How can you be so calm around someone like Jiin!?
Image I don’t care as long as I’m having fun. I don’t really care what Jiin does… Although, things have been pretty boring lately…
Image As long as you’re having fun? You’re insane!
Image (Yeah… Things have been boring lately…)

Image Zairin, I never imagined that you would betray Jiin.
Image Did you know about the mechanical soldiers too?
Image Maybe.
Image If you knew and were still helping Jiin, then I can’t forgive you either!
Image That was all Jiin’s doing. It has nothing to do with me.
Image You’re someone close to him! You could have stopped him! How dare you say that so shamelessly!

Image Felme! Jiin isn’t a god! You shouldn’t work for him!
Image Well if it isn’t Souta. Like I’d ever listen to a discarded toy.
Image You keep calling me a toy… That’s enough! Even a toy has pride! I’ll show you!
Image (Even a toy has pride, huh… Then what am I?)

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Image I’ve taken too much damage… This is bad.
Image Felme! Stop this!
Image Souta!?
Image Even you have to recognize the terrible things Jiin is doing! You can’t keep helping him!
Image Souta…
Image Felme! Fight Jiin with us!
Image …You know I’ve been by Jiin’s side this entire time, right? I even destroyed Sora City. Yet you still…
Image Felme!
Image But that doesn’t mean I support what Jiin is doing…
Image Huh?
Image Jiin’s methods lately have been too violent and kinda boring. I’m quitting this game. See ya!
Image Felme!
[Felme retreats]

Image Were you also stripped of your soul and put into a mechanical soldier?
Image No. I willingly transformed myself into this form! I have gained an invincible body in order to serve God!
Image Then I’ll defeat you, soul and all! Here I come!

Image Ra Kan! Even if Zairin defected, the superiority of God remains unshaken! Resistance is futile! Surrender and die by my hand!
Image Is that really the case? The people who learned the secret of the mechanical soldiers are rebelling against Jiin one after another! Digald is done for. Jiin has dug his own grave!
Image If there are soldiers who defy me, I’ll just turn them into mechanical soldiers too! Digald is immortal!
Image What a rotten way of thinking… I’ll stop both you and Jiin here!

Image I’ve hated you from the start. Now that you’ve turned traitor, I finally get the chance to kill you!
Image The feeling’s mutual, you miserable wretch!
Image Wretch!? You bastard! I’ll tear you to pieces, Zairin!

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Image Damn you! Am I going to be killed again!? I was resurrected by the hand of God!
Image Your fate is sealed. You will perish here with Jiin!
Image Damn you, Ra Kan! My god will…
[Georg explodes]

The plot continues when Felme and Georg are defeated.

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Image There you are, Jiin!
Image Georg and Felme are incompetent. I will personally deal with you, trash!
Image Someone like you has no right to call yourself a god! I’ll defeat you and restore peace to this world!
Image Fools! Don’t think mere humans can defeat God!

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Jiin has taken the field in his Bio Tyranno. This so-called god has “Darkness Hell Bio Armor”, which reduces all non-Lio damage by a flat 2000. It also has an extremely powerful long ranged attack, Divine Lightning, which not only has 9 range, but 5000 base power. Thankfully, he lacks any sort of EN regen and using Divine Lightning takes 50 of it. Try to drain him of his EN, then dogpile him until he’s toppled. However, do not drain all of your SP quite yet.

Image You’re a wicked villain who toys with human lives! You’re no god! You’re a demon!
Image Demon, god, same difference! I’m the one and only absolute being who has descended from the heavens to rule this world! What you call me doesn’t matter!
Image He’s goddamn insane! If someone like him gains any more power, this world will go mad. We absolutely have to stop this guy!

Image For a villain like you who continues to hurt civilians and make them cry, calling yourself a god is beyond a bad joke!
Image As God, I will create a new world. A world where there are no foolish people like you who don’t know their place!
Image I won’t let you create such a world!

Image You’re piloting a massive Bio Zoid… No god needs to overcompensate for their power with sheer size!
Image Silence! The Bio Tyranno is the ultimate Zoid, worthy of being piloted by a god! I’ll make you realize that!

Image A liger-type with Evolt… No matter how many times you challenge me, you’re no match for the Bio Tyranno! I’ll turn you into scrap!
Image I can’t forgive you! Not because you’re conquering the world, but because you’re the worst kind of human being!

Image Do you even realize how many people have suffered because of you!?
Image Suffer? Those who don’t find joy in being ruled by me have no right to live!
Image What a self-centered bastard! I’ll teach you the anger and sorrow of those who suffer with my fists!

Image Jiin! You’re a smart guy, but your methods are terrible! No one will follow you like this!
Image I am God! Humans should bow down to me and obey my every word!
Image You’re the worst! You’re no god, you’re garbage!

Image If you only pursue power and wield it without a second thought, all that awaits you is ruin. You’ll learn that the hard way!
Image Hmph. That’s just the rambling of the powerless. What lies beyond power is absolute victory! There’s nothing more important than power!
Image You fool!

Image We’re the invincible Muteki-Dan!
Image You’re the boss of Digald, aren’t you!? The Muteki-Dan will take you down, so prepare yourself!
Image I’ll never forgive you for impersonating God!
Image I’ve never seen such a wicked person before! How wicked? As wicked as a woman more beautiful than me.
Image Fools, no, trash! Die regretting that you dare defy me, God!

Image Jiin, you were my friend for so long. I dedicated my life to you… But you were just using me and were planning to abandon me!
Image If you remained ignorant, you could have died peacefully with the satisfaction that your death would have benefited Digald! But now that you know the truth, you will suffer and die here!

Image Your ambitions end here, Jiin!
Image Forcing people’s souls into machines and making them pilot Bio Zoids is unforgivable!
Image What do you think human lives are, you heartless monster!?
Image All humans and their lives belong to me, their god. I can use them however I wish!
Image You’re spouting nonsense! We’ll beat you so badly you’ll never say such things again!

This phase ends when Jiin is taken down.

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Image You fools! Do you think I’d be defeated that easily!?

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Image You will now come to understand the true power of God!
Image Don’t make me laugh! No one thinks you’re a god!
Image The person before us is consumed by desire. You foolish ex-Soraite. You’re no longer capable of rational judgment!
Image How dare you!

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Image Ah! It’s her!
Image Why is she here!?
Image Are you struggling, Jiin?
Image Verini! Why are you here!?
Image Oh? Not going to call me Lady Verini like usual?
Image I am God! You don’t deserve it!
Image For someone calling himself a god, you seem to be having a hard time.
Image Silence! You have no right to judge me!
Image Shouldn’t you be a little more grateful? I came all the way here to help you.
Image You’re here to help?
Image The Daiku-Maryu is a constant torn in our side. I’ll help you defeat them, so a thank you would be nice.
Image You insolent…
Image You don’t have to pretend. The souls of the mechanical soldiers were freed, so you can’t field many Bio Zoids, right?
Image How do you…
Image You shouldn’t underestimate our intelligence gathering abilities. Right, God?
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Image I’ll leave these Bio Zoids behind, so do your best.
Image You wench… Where did those Bio Zoids come from?
Image I found them in the base’s hangar.
Image Impossible! There shouldn’t be any mechanical soldiers left in this base. Who’s controlling them!?
Image Souls, life energy, and things like that are our specialties. This is the first time I’ve done something as cruel as animating a mechanical soldier and forcing it to fight. I tapped into a reserve of life energy I’ve been saving for experiments. In exchange, I decided to analyze this nasty system. It might be useful for our purposes.
Image You wench!
Image If you don’t like it, these Bio Zoids and I can withdraw.
Image …Fine. I accept your terms.
Image Bless you, God. As long as you understand, I’ll leave these Bio Zoids here. Try to defeat the Daiku-Maryu this time.
Image (I don’t really care who dies here.)
Image Good luck, God!
[Verini leaves]
Image Ahh! She got away!
Image She’s so creepy!
Image I can’t believe there are still that many Bio Zoid pilots left!
Image It looks like the Bio Tyranno is on its second wind, so now the real battle begins!
Image His bio-particle cannon is powerful. Be careful not to get hit by it!

Round 2 against Jiin! While he did regain 40k HP, he did not regain any EN or ammo. If you’ve drained his EN, then he’s easier than ever before!

The stage ends when you defeat Jiin a second time. You don’t have to touch the reinforcements, but I did anyway for the moolah. Also, you do not get money for killing Jiin a second time.

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Image To think you’ve cornered me like this… Damn all of you! But this is where your resistance comes to an end. I will wipe you and Dig out with the power of my Divine Lightning!

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Image Oh no! Jiin is going to fire his bio-particle cannon at full power!
Image We have to pierce his armor and kill him in a single blow!
Image Let’s use our Lio weapons!
Image The Bio Tyranno is about to fall! Leave this to us!
Image It’s charging all that energy. If we attack the inside of its mouth now, the Bio Tyranno will explode! UUOOOOOOHHHH!

Do As Infinity - Nighthawk’s Dream

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Image UWAAAAAAH!
Image Gin!
Image Dang it!
Image Oh? That voice sounds kinda familiar… Oh yeah, it’s Souta! Why would you abandon your glorious position as a servant of God and fight me?
Image For my friends!
Image Heh… In that case, I will destroy you! AHAHAHAHA!

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Image Jiin! I won’t let you kill Souta!
Image Oh? The dangerous woman with the flying Zoid is back.
Image Felme… You really are a fool…

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Image Souta…

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Image FELME!
Image Dammit! I don’t like it, but that woman gave me an opening!
[Kotona moves next to Souta]
Image Rainbow Jerk!?
Image I’ll help you out!
Image Oh really!?

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Image KOTONAAAAAAA!
Image AHAHAHAHAHA!
Image Everyone, stand back! I’m going to use my left arm to destroy everything! TASTE MY LEFT ARM! AHHHHHHHHH!
Image Stop it, Garaga! No matter how weak the Bio Tryanno is…
Image We’ll hold him still! Then you can finish him off!
Image Isn’t it the Zoids’ job to lead the charge with our Lio weapons? I’ll finish him off myself! Daiya, Puria, stay back!! Otherwise, I won’t be able to face Kotona!!

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Image GAAAAAH!

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Image Destroy everything? Don’t make me laugh!
Image GARAGA!!
Image Garaga… You goddamn fool…
Image DANG IIIIIIT!
[Ligers turns into Mugen if not already]

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[Liger back into Murasame]
Image UWAAAAH!
Image Your Zoid’s core has been destroyed. Your Zoid will never move again.
Image No! Move! Move, Liger!
Image Ruuji! Damn you, Jiin!

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Image How embarrassing, Zairin.
Image Dammit… What strength!
Image Liger-type Zoid, I’ll finish you off first. Prepare to die!
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Image Lulu! If this keeps up, we’ll all die!
Image Everyone, please retreat for a moment so we can regroup!
Image But if we don’t do something, Ruuji will be killed!
Image Kotona, Souta, and Garaga might still be alive!
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Image Kyaaaa!
Image MII! Dang it! Liger! Move! Stand up! Please! This is our chance to defeat Bio Tyranno! LIGEERRRRRRRR!!

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[The music stops]
Image It’s moving!?
Image Great! Liger’s back! Let’s go, Jiin!
[Liger transforms into Mugen]
Koutarou Nakagawa - Evolt
Image W-what!? How can you move!?
Image Liger responded to the cry of my heart! We want to defeat you!
Image Hmph. Ridiculous! There’s no way a mere human could defeat a god!

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Image Who says it’s just one!?
[Garaga grapples the Bio Tyranno]
Image Garaga! You’re still alive!
Image Impossible! I destroyed your Zoid’s core! It’s impossible for a Zoid to move without its core!
Image Deadly Kong has two cores!
Image WHAT!?
Image Volcano isn’t dead yet!
[Zairin grapples the Bio Tyranno]
Image Zairin!!
Image Ruuji! Now! The Bio Tyranno’s core is exposed! Destroy it!
Image Go, Ruuji!
Image End this war against Digald!!
Image Got it! This is it, Jiin! THIS IS THE END!! GOOOO! MUGEN LIGERRR!!

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Image Impossible! I am God! There’s no way I can lose! I am Jiin, the one and only God!
[Jiin explodes]
Image Yes! We won! We finally defeated Jiin!
Image Enemy annihilation confirmed. There are no more reinforcements!
Image Digald has fallen!
Image Everyone, you fought well. Thank you!
Image Now we can revive Kida, Uncle!
Image …Yeah.
Image Zairin, thank you. Without you, I don’t know if I could have won…
Image No. If only I had realized what Jiin was doing sooner. I’m ashamed of my ignorance.
Image That was a fierce battle… Kotona… I won’t forget about you…
Image …Could you please not kill me off without my permission?
Image Kotona, you’re alive!!
Image Are you suggesting it'd be better if I was dead? Well, I could have pretended to be dead and gone into hiding… Hey, Mist? Isn’t this the second time you arbitrarily declared someone dead?
Image Seriously! Stop making the same mistakes!
Image I’m sorry…
Image How can I support you if you keep jumping to conclusions?
Image Ahaha… I can’t help you out there…
Image If you do that again, I won’t forgive you!
Image I’m sorry…
Image Once the Serkerius can move, I’ll give you a quick stab!
Image Mist is in for a rough time…
Image Kotona! What about Gin!?
Image Don’t worry. See?
Image Rei Mii…
Image Gin!
Image I’m happy for you, Mii.
Image Yeah! I’m so glad!
Image Oh right, Felme! Are you okay!?
Image …Yeah, somehow.
Image Hmph. A woman with bad luck.
Image To quote Kotona, would it be better if she died?
Image I’m not saying that, Mister Gaiking. I’m just jealous that she had such a thrilling experience.
Image You could have just said that…
Image (I’m not particularly happy about that…)
Image Thank you, Felme. You saved my life.
Image I said terrible things to you and hurt you. This is the least I can do to atone.
Image Felme, come with us to Zuri. Now that Jiin is dead, there’s nowhere left to go, right?
Image But I…
Image The people in this army are all kind! They accepted both Zairin and me! Felme, let’s go to Zuri together!
Image …Fine. I’ll follow you for now. The pleasure is all mine.
Image Yeah!
Image Now, everyone, please return to the Daiku-Maryu. We’re returning to Zuri.
Image First, can I check out the hangar here? If there are any mechanical soldiers left, I want to free their souls.
Image I’ll help you, Zairin.
Image Thanks, Ruuji.
Image For now, let’s split up and investigate the city. We’ll return to Zuri afterwards.
Image Roger!
(TL Note: If you didn’t save Felme, the last part of that scene would be Souta mourning her death.)

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[???]
Image What, did Jiin end up dying or something?
Image Yes. Unfortunately, every single Bio Zoid was destroyed.
Image One and only God my ass. He was too weak! By the way, what happened to the clawed man? Was his rocket launch successful?
Image W-well, the Archangel was operating separately and got in their way…
Image You mean he failed!?
Image Yes…
Image Damn Earthlings… I wonder how long they’ve been aware of The Claw’s plans… They were so secretive, I thought they’d never notice! Well, whatever. This is why we built a second rocket. Send the spare rocket to The Claw’s backup base.
Image Ma’am!
Image Oh right, there was no sign the gate generator was ever used, correct? Isn’t it a problem that they have full access to it?
Image There’s no sign that anyone other than us is using it. It appears they have their own space-time gate generator.
Image Just great… I did hear that Ispail added some unnecessary systems to the generator. Sure, the energy the generator uses has been reduced, but the reliability has plummeted! I don’t know where it’s installed, but I’ll remove it as soon as I find it!
Image We might have to consider building a new gate generator…
Image Only those closer to Ru-Cobol have that kind of information. Ispail figured it out himself, though. Once his “fragment” has been retrieved, I’ll ask for it myself.
Image I’m looking forward to it.
Image …But even if it’s part of becoming one with Ru-Cobol, I don’t want to have a speck of Ispail in me. By the way, how’s the energy re-harvesting going?
Image Currently, we’ve recovered 80% of the energy we lost.
Image That’s good. Keep it up.
Image Ma’am!
Image Seriously, the Daiku-Maryu and Archangel keep getting in our way… If we leave them alive any longer, they might seriously stop our real objective. We have to get rid of them soon.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image We found some POWs in Dig who were scheduled to be turned into mechanical soldiers. If we arrived any later, we would have fought them…
Image What are your names?
Image My name is Karin Boone, a medic from St. Reagan. On my way from London to Lyman, I was attacked by Digald and taken prisoner.
(Karin Boone. King Gainer. CV: Fumiko Orikasa)
Image I’m Rinna, born in Iron Rock. Just like her, I was taken prisoner by Digald. My friends were also captured, but they were taken somewhere and never returned…
(Rinna Elegance. Zoids. CV: Shizuka Itō)
Image (Um, Vice-Captain, don’t you think Rinna looks like Kotona?)
Image (Now that you mention it, she does. Rinna’s eyes are a little sharper, though… More importantly, I think I’ve heard the name Karin before…)
Image Hey, you! Did you just say Kotona?
Image Uwaah! You heard me?
Image I have good hearing. What was that about Kotona?
Image Huh? I was just thinking you two looked alike…
[The door opens]
Image Of course we look alike. Rinna is my twin sister.
Image Kotona!
Image Sis!
Image I came here because I felt something nostalgic, but I didn’t expect to see you here.
Image I heard rumors about a dragon-type Zoid fighting Digald. I never thought that I’d find you here. Why is someone who abandoned Iron Rock fighting to save the world?
Image (The mood has gotten tense.)
Image (It’s a reunion between sisters, but they don’t look very happy…)
Image Stop whispering! If you have something to say, say it!
Image I’m sorry!
Image Kotona, Rinna, I don’t know what your circumstances are, but today is supposed to be a happy day since we defeated Digald. Please stop glaring at each other and try talking to each other with a smile.
Image …
Image …
[Beeping]
Image Vice-Captain Rosa, we’ll now hold a meeting to discuss our next actions. Please come to the castle.
(Phone)
Image Roger that. We’re on our way. Karin, Rinna, will you join us?
Image Sure…
Image Okay!
Image I’ll show you the way. Please follow me.
[Rosa and the two POWs leave]
Image Those sisters didn’t seem like they got along very well. I wonder if they’ll be fine…
Image Siblings can quickly make up no matter how much they fight. That’s what I believe…
Image I see. Then I won’t worry about them.

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image Come on, everyone! Let’s celebrate our victory with a feast! Let’s party until morning!
Image It’s just as Sir Garaga says! With Digald defeated, the time has come for Kida to be restored! Let’s celebrate all night long!
Image No, that’s not possible.
Image Why? Jiin is dead and Digald is in tatters. Isn’t that a victory!?
Image How can you be so simple!?
Image It’s true that Digald is defeated, but the Archangel hasn’t returned yet!
Image Plus, the other Earth is still under attack by invaders! We can’t party until we save everyone!
Image Idiot…
Image Thanks to the Daiku-Maryu and Archangel, we were able to bring peace to this world. I think we should turn our efforts towards the other Earth. What do you think?
Image I agree. We should return the favor.
Image I agree with Ruuji. Everyone from that Earth is worried about their planet. They came here to help us defeat Digald, so we have to repay them!
Image Of course I’ll go. I haven’t finished paying back those Darius jerks yet…
Image Thank you, Ra Kan, Ruuji, Rei Mii, Kotona…
Image I’m going with Ra Kan and Ruuji no matter where they go.
Image Can I come with you? I’m really interested in this other Earth thing.
Image I need to finish training Ruuji.
Image And there you have it. Captain Lulu, I’m looking forward to continuing to work with you.
Image Likewise.
Image Let’s fight together for our Earth, Ruuji! Mii!
Image Yeah!
Image My Lord, I will accompany you.
Image Same with us! We want to research the food of this other Earth place!
Image I appreciate it.
Image Sir Ra Kan, can I join you too? I don’t think fighting for another Earth will be atonement for killing so many people, but I want to do something to help people. Is that too much to ask?
Image It’s not, Zairin. Let’s fight together for the other Earth!
Image Hey, Ra Kan. Are you sure we can’t celebrate this victory? At least a feast of some kind!
Image If it’s good food you want, we’ll feed ya!
Image That’s right, Garaga. I’ll fill it with my love~
Image The food you make is normally delicious, but I want different food than usual.
Image Fine. I suppose we can… No wild parties, but a feast is fine.
Image Really!? Hell yeah! A Kan! Let’s get a mountain of food ready!
Image Coming right up!
Image But only after the Archangel returns. Got it?
Image Depending on the outcome of their battle, we might have to cancel it… Or something like that.
Image You’re kidding!
Image Maybe we should pray for the Archangel to return victorious.
Image They'll be fine. They won’t come back defeated. Believe in them.
Image Then you have free time until the Archangel returns. You can rest or do maintenance or whatever. Dismissed!

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(Angelica Route)
[Daiku-Maryu, Hallway]
Image Hey, Mist… I have something to tell you about the Serkerius…
Image Hmm? What is it?
Image In regard to the risks of combining that Professor Sakon said, I remember something that might be related to that.
Image Go on…
Image No names were said, but during a conversation I had with Dad, he said some people were deliberately delaying development of the mech until they found a way to alleviate the risks. At least, that’s what I remember.
Image Are the Revrius and Serkerius really as dangerous as the developers feared?
Image When you defeated Ispail, the Revrius unleashed a tremendous amount of power. It even caused you to faint once before, remember?
Image Yeah. I was so exhausted, I felt like I used up all of my strength.
Image Maybe it’s related to that? Perhaps when you combine, the pilot uses up all of their strength and dies in exchange for ultimate power.
Image That might be possible. If I unleashed more power than when I defeated Ispail, I think I would die. I was barely hanging on back then…
Image With that in mind, maybe we shouldn’t combine. You don’t want to die, do you?
Image Of course not. But if combining and using this power could annihilate our enemies and bring peace to Earth, then I wouldn’t mind using up my life!
Image Mist…
Image Of course, I don’t want to die if I can help it. I’m just expressing my resolve. When I joined the Defense Force, I dedicated my life to protecting Atreem. I want to do the same to protect my new home, Earth.
Image That’s right… I have the same resolve as you… If the time comes, I too will…
Image Hey, hey, don’t be so serious, Angelica. Professor Sakon might easily solve the stamina problem, right? Let’s stop thinking about the worst-case scenario!
Image You’re right…
Image For now, let’s celebrate our victory over Jiin! Oh wait, you didn’t contribute…
Image You’re so mean!
Image Don’t get angry. I didn’t mean any harm.
Image I know that! Just let me be a little angry! I wish I could use the Serkerius… I don’t even care if we can’t combine. I just want to get back into the fight as soon as possible!
Image Just be patient a little longer. I know you’re capable of that, my dear Angelica!
Image What’s that about!?

(Sheldia Route)
[Daiku-Maryu, Hallway]
Image Hey, Mist. I heard about the Serkerius from Professor Sakon.
Image Yeah. I forgot to tell you the activation test was successful.
Image That’s my new machine! You can’t have it!
Image I wasn’t trying to take it from you or anything. But Professor Sakon asked me about the risks of combining. I remembered something that might be related to that.
Image What is it?
Image No names were said, but it seems the original development team was intentionally delaying the project.
Image Go on…
Image No names were said, but during a conversation I had with Dad, he said some people were deliberately delaying development of the mech until they found a way to alleviate the risks. At least, that’s what I remember.
Image Are the Revrius and Serkerius really as dangerous as the developers feared?
Image It’ll be fine! I’m not scared of a little risk!
Image We might cause problems for others, you know? Don’t think we exist in a vacuum.
Image Like you’re one to talk.
Image Ugh… I’ll be careful too…
Image So, what risks are involved?
Image When you defeated Ispail, the Revrius unleashed a tremendous amount of power. It even caused you to faint once before, remember?
Image Yeah. I was so exhausted, I felt like I used up all of my strength.
Image I was so worried!
Image I know. I’m sorry about that.
Image …Maybe it has something to do with that? Like in exchange for ultimate power, the pilot’s strength will be sapped until they die…
Image Don’t jinx it! There’s no way Mist will die!
Image Don’t yell. It’s just a guess.
Image What kind of guess is that!? It’s not funny!
Image Angelica, I wouldn’t be surprised if your guess is correct. When I defeated Ispail, my stamina was at its limit. If I were to unleash even greater power, I would probably die.
Image Then isn’t it too dangerous to combine?
Image Perhaps… But that’s only if we use this ultimate power after combining. If I could annihilate the enemy and bring peace to the Earths, I wouldn’t mind using up my life.
Image Huh?
Image I mean, I don’t want to die if I can help it. It’s just how determined I am. When I joined the Defense Force, I resolved to dedicate my life to protect Atreem. I wish to do the same to protect my new home, Earth.
Image Heck yeah, Mist! You’re so cool!!
Image …If you think I’d say that, you’re wrong!
Image Huh?
Image We need to work together to not only protect peace on Earth, but to live in it too! Don’t take your death so lightly!
Image I wasn’t taking it lightly…
Image So stop saying that all the time!
Image …I’ve let you know about the risks of combining. Be careful not to get into any trouble.
[Angelica leaves]
Image The risks of combining, huh… We have to be careful.
Image I doubt we’ll need to worry about that. Professor Sakon can easily deal with the problem of it taking your strength, right?
Image You think so?
Image Today, we should focus on celebrating our victory over Jiin! I may not have done anything, but…
Image Don’t be so upset, Sheldia. You’ll be able to fight in the Serkerius soon.
Image Yeah, you’re right!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Hangar]
Image You know, what did Jiin want anyway?
Image I mean, he obviously wanted to rule the world, right?
Image But if he kept transplanting human souls into his mechanical soldiers and killing those who oppose him, would you really call that ruling? Even if he left some survivors, no one would really follow him.
Image He just wanted to be a ruler. He probably didn’t give any thought to what happened after that goal was achieved.
Image Maybe he’d rule with an iron fist in a reign of terror like a certain space pirate.
Image Regardless, it would be terrible for this world if someone like Jiin were in charge.
Image If you think about it, Chairman Durandal could have been a lot worse… No, wait, he had no qualms about using weapons of mass destruction. It’s pointless to compare them in the first place…
Image Mist, you’re overthinking again. I can practically see the smoke coming off of your head.
Image You really need to fix that overthinking habit of yours.
Image They say a child’s personality is formed by the age of three. Human nature doesn’t change that easily. No matter how conscious you are of it, some things will slip through.
Image That’s right! I still don’t even know what Edax’s objective is!!
Image I don’t know what he’s thinking about, but it seems he’s changed topics.
Image If I could provide my two cents, I’d say Edax wants to either dominate or destroy the entire universe.
Image If they wanted to destroy, shouldn’t they just take a quicker, more violent approach? But now we’re talking in circles.
Image You’re right. At this point, we’d only be able to figure out what they’re planning by asking them directly.
Image Unlike back then, we’ve been gathering information bit by bit, so we should be able to make an educated guess, right?
Image I just had a thought! What if they invade planets that are useful but destroy those that aren’t?
Image That makes it seem like Atreem is useless!
Image Don’t get so upset. I was just spitballing.
Image Calm down, Mist.
Image Sorry…
Image Anna, be careful not to make rude remarks.
Image Okay…
Image Mist really loves Atreem.
Image Do we have no data on any planets they’ve destroyed other than Atreem and Bezard? From what Ispail said, they must have destroyed other planets too.
Image You’re right. I’ll check on the database we recovered to see if there’s anything like that. Maybe Earth has something Atreem or Bezard didn’t.
Image Any clues would be fine. I want to know more about Edax. I’m counting on you, Angelica.
Image Of course.
Image How much longer until the Archangel gets here? I’m starving…
Image You may be celebrating, but we can’t join! I feel left out and lonely!!
Image That’s just how it is, right? Loud people aren’t welcome anyway.
Image What was that!? My love for my friends is what makes me the star of the party! Got that!?
Image That’s what people who can’t read the room say.
Image Gah! In that case, Fei, why are you still here?
Image Well… You see… I’m on a diet or something.
Image You make me laugh! How could Conversion Data be on a diet?
Image You dolt! This is what I meant!
Image Huh?
Image …Seriously, now. There’s this thing called a social contract, right? You’re just acting out because you’re lonely!
Image ???
Image I do wish you’d come join us in the celebration. Are you really unable to leave your Virtuaroids?
Image That’s the one thing we absolutely cannot do!
Image Anyone who sees our real faces must be killed. That’s the law of MARZ.
Image What!? A law!?
Image Sorry! That’s the best joke the Chief can make. MARZ doesn’t have any ninja-like rules in the first place.
Image R-really?
Image But is the Chief really making jokes? Hatter must be rubbing off on him.
Image What! Brother, is that true?
Image …
Image Now you’re being silent? Don’t be so embarrassed~
[Beeping]
Image I just got word from the Archangel. They’ll be back momentarily.
(Phone)
Image Finally!
Image Did they win or lose?
Image Of course they won! It’s time to feast!
Image HELL YEAAAAAAAH! PARTYYYYY!
Image Seriously, Garaga… You don’t have to shout…
Image Idiot…
Image Let’s go, everyone! The Muteki-Dan’s feast awaits!
Image Yes! I’ll eat until I explode!
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This is part one of two.

The squad is back together! We’ve got 15+7 slots to work with. Solos are Kenji, Kyo, Yagyuu, Mist, Sheldia, Lacus, Van, Shinn, Kira, Cagalli, Gainer, Ruuji, and Kazuki. Pairs are Hiroshi/Miwa, Daiya/Lee, Roll/A Kan, Nero/Selene, Koji/Mu, Goh/Anna, Sven/Felme, and Gain/Maya. Mandatory deployments are Kenji, Kyo, Hiroshi, Miwa, Yagyuu, Mist, and Sheldia/Angelica. Kenji and Kyo have to be by themselves.

As a heads up, this chapter has multiple scenes that change depending on your chosen heroine.

Last time, the Daiku-Maryu defeated Digald once and for all and the Archangel stopped The Claw’s plan for taking over the planet.

Image
[There’s no location tag]
Image (Hey, Kenji! Are we really doing this!? We’re supposed to be preparing for the feast!)
Image (Shhh! Keep quiet or we’ll get caught!)
Image (Yeah, sure, but peeping? Really?)
Image (You’re chickening out now after coming all the way here!? Oh, someone’s coming!)
Image Wow, I never thought there would be something like this inside a battleship.
(All the women are ???’d and darkened)
Image Since we’re fighting all the time, we need a place to relax.
Image So you built a hot spring inside the Archangel? Just wow…
Image (Those voices belong to Sakura, Shizuru, and Lacus! Hehehe…)
Image Excuse us!
Image It’s so peaceful here, it’s like we’re nowhere near a battlefield.
Image Are you three on break?
Image We’ve finished preparing the food, so we’re taking breaks in shifts.
Image Oh, Carmen! This time slot is for female pilots only!
Image Don’t be so strict. I’m working hard behind the scenes. There’s only so much time left before the next shift, so can’t you just turn the other way?
Image (That voice… Even Carmen is here! Jackpot! Dammit, it’s so dark, I can’t see anything!)
Image Speaking of which, where’s Canon?
Image She’s hiding over there.
Image …
Image What are you doing, Canon?
Image Apparently, she’s not used to being naked in front of others.
Image When someone acts like that, it makes me want to drag them out.
Image Same here…
Image Shall we do it?
Image W-what are you doing!?
Image Hmm, not bad at all. You give Sakura a run for her money.
Image Really? Lemme touch!
Image Huh!? Stop!
Image Wow, it’s so soft!
Image It seems like you’re having fun. Let me join too.
Image Here you go!
Image (Kenji, I found two perfect holes here.)
Image (You’re the man, Koji.)
Image (From here on out, we’re in this together.)
Image (Yeah! On the count of three!)
Image Neigh~
(Palikare. GXS. CV: A Donkey)
(TL Note: I think the donkey is here because he acts as a nudity censor in certain releases of Gun X Sword?)
Image (!?)
Image (What was that?)
Image (...Lemme try again. One, two…)
Image Neigh~
Image (Dammit, that donkey is getting in the way. I can’t see anything!)
Image Neigh.
[Palikare walks off]
Image (Oh, that donkey is wandering off somewhere!)
Image (Somewhere? We’re inside the Archangel!)
Image (It got quiet all of a sudden, but maybe we’ll see something this time. Let’s do this, Kenji!)
Image (Yeah! One, two…)
Image …Why are you two peeking into the men’s bath?
Image Z-Zairin!?
Image We were facing the wrong side…

Image
[Zuri, Castle]
Image This was supposed to be a feast, but it turned into a party…
Image I feel like Garaga was the only one who cared about this.
Image That’s not true. Yassaba and Asuham were hyped too.
Image We have a lot of underage pilots that we’re supposed to be an example for…
Image The kids are making their own judgments with their own perspectives. You don’t have to worry about them, Saruwatari.
Image That's right. We grew up watching the adults on the island. We’re used to this sort of thing.
Image Even so…
Image Come on, it’s okay to let loose a little. We’ve been fighting nonstop, so relaxing is essential. Just look at Professor Sakon.

Image Whoa, chill! This party is more than enough!
Image That won’t do. Your shoulders are so stiff.
Image Don’t worry. I’ll give you the same massage I gave Kenji.
Image Ow ow ow! On second thought, this might be just what I need…
Image See?
Image You must have been exhausted lately. We made these stamina-recovering dishes with the Muteki-Dan’s help!
Image We did the shopping…
Image You can thank us too!
Image I even made my special dynamic and simple roast! Professor, you haven’t been eating much! Come on, eat up!
Image I can’t eat all of that at once! Besides, I have something to do in the hangar! I’ll eat this later, so please let me go!
Image …Honestly, there’s no helping you. I thought I’d try to let you rest, even if it meant forcing you, but you just never listen.
Image I owe you, Shizuka. I’ll definitely eat all this food later!
[Sakon runs out]
Image Don’t overdo it!
Image Hmm… No one’s eating my roast…
Image You can always make it again. Don’t let this discourage you. Though next time, you need to do more than skewer an entire animal.
Image Okay…

Image Who would have thought Kairin, the woman we rescued in Dig, was actually Asuham’s sister. I mean they have the same last name, but I thought it was a coincidence.
Image Speaking of which, doesn’t that mean Gain won’t be dragged to London?
Image He said he was going to talk to her in person.
Image Asuham was in a really good mood. He must be really happy to be reunited with his sister.
Image You seem happy too, Toumi.
Image Hehe… You see, something good happened in the Archangel.
Image What’s happening there?
Image They built a hot spring inside the ship. You should go check it out after the party.
Image A hot spring? Inside the ship? I should double check with Representative Athha…
Image This is wonderful! Truly wonderful!
Image Speak of the devil…
Image Not only have I been reunited with Karin, but I also learned her relationship with Gain was merely a one-night fling!
Image Asuham, you’re getting carried away!
Image What’re you saying!? How can I not be overjoyed!? Do you have any idea how worried I was about the pain you were in!?
Image It’s your fault for running off before I could finish my sentence! Now, go back to your room! Drinking tonight is fine, but don’t you have to go back to fighting tomorrow?
Image Whoa! Don’t drag me! I can walk on my own!
[Karin and Asuham leave]
Image They’re gone…
Image Honestly, how unbecoming for a man his age.
Image …
Image What’s wrong, Shinn?
Image It’s nothing…
Image (Meyrin, remember what he went through!)
Image (Oh, right… Shinn’s sister…)
Image It’s okay, Meyrin. I don’t really mind. I was just taken aback. Besides, I’d be an idiot if I acted jealous here. They’d say I haven’t grown up. I have to be strong for Mayu, Rey, and Stella…
Image Shinn…
Image Is it really okay for an older sibling to act like that in front of their younger sibling?
Image I don’t think I ever acted like that…
Image I never acted like that in front of Tsubaki. Not like I had the chance…
Image You’re a very admirable and respectable older brother. You’re far better than Asuham, so don’t worry.
Image Thank you…
Image Minashiro is blushing!? If only Tsubaki could be around more often, then maybe he’d be more interesting.
Image I-I’m not blushing! Besides, no one would benefit from me being more interesting!
Image Wendy, what’s your brother like?
Image Michael always doted on me like a parent. He was very reliable… Of course, I never had to drag him out of the room like that before.
Image So your relationship was special, huh…
Image I wish I had a younger sister to scold me like that…
Image If you did, you wouldn’t have to rely on that helmet.
Image Then shall I be your substitute sister? I’ve always wanted to be someone who can drag a lazy older brother around and change his bad habits.
Image W-Wendy as a substitute sister? That’s…
Image Hey, bro! You have to fix that indecisive personality of yours!
Image Y-yes ma’am!
Image You’re quite something, Wendy.
Image Just look at Van. If I can’t do that much, I’d be left behind.
[Phone beeping]
Image Mist…
(Phone)
Image Professor Sakon, are you okay?
Image Yeah. I just ate a bit too much… More importantly, I have something to discuss with you about the Serkerius. Could you come to the Daiku-Maryu?
Image Roger!
Image Also, please bring Angelica with you.
(Sheldia on her route)
Image Understood. I’ll bring her.
Image I’ll be waiting in the hangar.
Image We’re on our way!
[Sakon hangs up]
Image Is the Serkerius finally ready?

Image
[Daiku-Maryu, Hangar]
Image Sorry to keep you waiting, Professor Sakon.
Image I’ve been waiting for you two.
Image Is the Serkerius ready for deployment?
Image Is the Serkerius ready to go?
Image It’s almost ready. Once we return to Dannar Base to finish the final adjustments, it’ll be ready to launch.
Image I’m happy for you, Angelica!
(Sheldia on the other route)
Image Yeah!
Image Yeah!
Image I’ve asked you to come here to tell you about that, but there are two important things to discuss regarding combining with the Revrius.
Image What two things?
Image What two things?
Image I have good news and bad news. Which do you want to hear first?
Image I can probably guess what the bad news is…
Image It’s probably about that…
Image It’s probably about that…
Image Let’s just start with the good news.
Image All right. After reviewing the data on the Revrius and Serkerius, they can combine into two different forms.
Image Really!?
Image Yes. One form prioritizes attack power. Its name is…

Image
Name the offensive form for the fusion! The default name is Solvrias Rex.

Image And the other form is for a more supporting role, including better defenses and recon. Its name is…

Image
Name the defensive form for the fusion! The default name is Solvrias Regina.

Image It can transform into these two forms, allowing for quick adaptations depending on the situation.
Image That’s amazing! So we can switch on the fly… Solvrius Rex and Solvrius Regina… I want to see them combined soon…
Image But there are risks involved in combining, right?
Image Um… I don’t really understand what combining means, but isn’t there a risk involved?
Image That’s right. In fact, that’s the bad news.
Image I knew it…
Image Did you find out anything about that?
Image How dangerous is it?
Image As you know, activating the Crystal Heart requires a certain kind of mental energy.
Image Right…
Image To activate the fusion system, you’ll not only need the same kind of mental energy, but a lot more of it too.
Image I see…
Image That’s because by fusing, the two Crystal Hearts will amplify each other’s power through a synergistic effect. As a result, its output will be multiplied. Therefore, you’ll need more mental energy to control it.
Image How are we supposed to generate that much mental energy?
Image Don’t ask me…
Image I have no idea…
Image That’s not all. The greater your mental energy is, the stronger the Solvrius Rex becomes. Theoretically, it can unleash infinite power. The potential hidden within the Crystal Heart is infinite!
Image Infinite power…
Image However, that creates a potential infinite burden on the pilot. As you may have suspected, it’ll be similar to the pain you felt when you fought Ispail. No, it’ll be a lot worse. What do you think will happen if you subject a pilot to an infinite amount of physical burden?
Image They wouldn’t be able to survive…
Image They would die?
Image Precisely. That’s the danger associated with combining. The burden of fusing, the burden of maintaining the fusion, and the burden of actually moving and attacking… I think piloting the Solvrius Rex will put you in a theoretically unimaginable amount of pain. Are you prepared for this?
Image Yes!
Image I’m prepared too.
Image I’m ready too.
Image Actually, we already anticipated that the fusion would put my life at risk. We’re both prepared to die!
Image We’re not planning to die, just prepared to.
Image I told you not to throw your life away! But as long as you know that, I’ll forgive you.
Image I see. I understand perfectly. If you’re prepared to go to such lengths, then I have no right to interfere. When we return to Dannar Base, we’ll activate the fusion system.
Image Thank you!
Image …One more thing. I want to discuss something I discovered about the Crystal Heart.
Image Does that mean…
Image You’ve figured out which emotion is the key?
Image Do you know what we need to feel to power up!?
Image Not exactly, but I have a better understanding of it.
Image Why didn’t you tell us sooner? That’s good news, right?
Image The Crystal Heart’s output becomes unstable depending on the pilot’s emotions. Depending on the circumstances, it might even go out of control. It can even kill them. Judging from your recent behavior, I thought it might be too early to talk about this.
Image Huh? But the output has been stable lately…
Image …
Image …
Image I’ll tell you later why I hesitated.
Image So why bring this up now?
Image Because I heard your resolve. It didn’t feel like empty words.
Image …I don’t understand. What does that have to do with this key emotion?
Image I apologize for being so abstract, but it’s “justice”.
Image Justice?
Image Huh?
Image You could call it “love” too. Conversely, “jealousy”, “hatred”, “resentment”, and similar emotions only hurt the pilot and reduce output. In some cases, it might even cause the system to shut down.
Image So the reason why I couldn’t beat Ispail at first was because I was fighting out of “hatred”?
Image Most likely. However, what I don’t understand is how Angelica’s father caused the Crystal Heart to self-destruct. Such a strong sense of justice and love shouldn’t have done that. If such emotions existed, it seems that it’s already deviated from that.
Image Isn’t it just a matter of how one interprets the concept?
Image That’s why I apologized earlier.
Image So how should we fight?
Image Normally, I’d say to fight calmly, without rushing, panicking, or getting angry. But that doesn’t really apply to something like the Crystal Heart. That’s all I have to say.
Image All right. Thank you for everything! I can’t wait until fusion is possible…
[Mist walks off]
(The break is here for the rest of the scene regarding heroine routes.)

(Angelica Route)
Image …
Image Mist is already in his own little world.
Image I figured. There’s still one more thing, but it only concerns you.
Image You said earlier that it was too early to talk about that due to his behavior. I think I know what you’re referring to. I’m jealous of Sheldia and the attention she gets from Mist. I’m jealous of Sheldia, who can go into battle with him. At this rate, I won’t be able to fuse, right?
Image …Even superficial emotions can affect the Crystal Heart’s output. The fact that it’s still activating means that your jealousy hasn’t reached the depths of your heart. But if this continues, you won’t be able to create a barrier with the Crystal Heart like Sheldia can. Even if you succeed in fusing, you might not be able to maintain it.
Image What should I do? I hate this! If we can’t fuse, he’ll… If that happens…
Image It’s “compassion”.
Image Huh?
Image The best way to increase output and make the fusion a success is for the pilots to show compassion for each other.
Image You mean…
Image That’s the only advice I can give you about your mindset regarding the fusion. You’ll have to solve this problem yourself. Otherwise, it’s meaningless.
Image Oh… Okay. Thank you.

(Sheldia Route)
Image …
Image Of course Mist walked away after that.
Image I figured. There is one last thing I intentionally didn’t mention, but it only concerns you.
Image You said earlier that it was too early to talk about that due to his behavior. I think I know what you’re talking about. I’m jealous of Angelica because of how she worries about Mist. About how she can go into battle alongside him. Does this impact whether or not we can combine?
Image …Even superficial emotions can affect the Crystal Heart’s output. The fact that it’s still activating means that your jealousy hasn’t reached the depths of your heart. But if this continues, you won’t be able to create a barrier with the Crystal Heart like Angelica can. Even if you succeed in fusing, you might not be able to maintain it.
Image Professor… What should I do!? If we can’t pull this off, he’ll hate me…
Image It’s “compassion”.
Image Huh?
Image The best way to increase output and make the fusion a success is for the pilots to show compassion for each other.
Image Compassion for each other…
Image That’s the only advice I can give you about your mindset regarding the fusion. You’ll have to solve this problem yourself. Otherwise, it’s meaningless.
Image Got it… Thank you, Professor Sakon!
Image I haven’t done anything to deserve your thanks. Rather, please think of this as a thank you for the party.
Image Okay!

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[???]
Image Verini…
(Phone)
Image Gazum! Why have you been silent!? You haven’t contacted me once!
Image The situation changed while I was preparing to head to Earth. It delayed my departure… Listen carefully, Verini…
Image Don’t “listen carefully” to me! I followed your orders and deactivated the gate’s limiter. A spatial distortion occurred in the energy storage facility and caused a major accident. I had to delay my plans! This is why I opposed deactivating the limiter!
Image An accident in the energy storage facility? Why would it happen there?
Image Hell if I know! It must have been bad luck!
Image Bad luck? Consider how big the universe is. How low do you think the odds are that a spatial distortion would occur in exactly the location of the facility?
Image I don’t care! It happened! Sometimes when you’re unlucky, terrible things happen!
Image Nonsense. It can’t be a coincidence. Someone on your side must be…
Image Huh? What are you mumbling?
Image Forget it. I’ll look into it when I get to Earth. More importantly, listen to me, Verini.
Image Just get on with it.
Image A few days ago, Lord Ru-Cobol awoke from his slumber.
Image He finally woke up!? It’s been so long!
Image Like me, it seems the “fragment” of his current vessel is quite powerful. It’s apparently the best one we’ve ever found.
Image So it’s close to his original form?
Image When I reported what happened during his slumber, Lord Ru-Cobol took a sudden interest in Earth.
Image Earth? Why?
Image It seems there’s someone on Earth who shares a deep connection to his new vessel.
Image Who could that be?
Image Lord Ru-Cobol’s senses far surpass our own. He must have sensed something from this vessel.
Image Really, now…
Image So he’ll be heading to Earth soon.
Image He’s coming here!?
Image If his new vessel has a deep connection to his current “fragment”, then there’s a high probability that this individual possesses a larger “fragment” within their body. If we continue the invasion and use the Planet Crisis, this precious “fragment” will scatter and become ordinary soldiers. If that happens, we’d have to fuse each individual soldier. That would be tedious.
Image So Lord Ru-Cobol is going to Earth to find the owner of this “fragment”?
Image Exactly. He would be very displeased if the owner of this “fragment” is dead when he gets there. We’ll have to suspend the invasion until the inspection is complete.
Image Suspend it? That’ll delay us even further!
Image It’s what Lord Ru-Cobol wishes, so that’s all there is to it.
Image I guess…
Image While it’s suspended, I have a little errand for you.
Image An errand? You’re not going to tell me you’ve come up with another crazy plan to torture the Earthlings, are you?
Image Am I that obvious?
Image I refuse. I’m not going to participate in another of your stupid schemes!
Image This time, I’ll execute it personally. You just watch. It’ll be quite the show.
Image Oh, I can just watch? But that’s boring. Can I at least fight alongside you? I need a good scrap.
Image (Plus, I need to get revenge on the Revrius…)
Image Do whatever you want. I just want to torment them without killing them. We can’t let them die until Lord Ru-Cobol arrives on Earth. Now then, I’m heading there now. Prepare a gate.
Image Understood. I’ll let you know when it’s ready. Please give my regards to Lord Ru-Cobol.
Image As you wish…
[Gazum hangs up]
Image Lord Ru-Cobol is coming to Earth? Who could this person with a deep connection be?

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image The gate is ready. We can return to Earth at any time.
Image Jin, I’ll be away for a while. I’m leaving things in your hands while I’m gone.
Image Yes sir. Leave it to me.
(Phone)
Image If by any chance something happens, just use that communicator I gave you.
Image With that, you can call us across space, but only for a short time.
Image Understood. My Lord, please have a safe and speedy return.
Image I know. I must return home as soon as possible to rebuild Kida with everyone. Well then, I’m off.
[They hang up]
Image Professor Sakon, open the gate.
Image Understood. Gate generator, switch on!
Image Daiku-Maryu, launch!

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[Big Fire]
Image Princess Himika, we’ll arrive in Kyushu soon!
Image Good. We’ll head straight for Build Base.
Image We finally broke through the barrier and gained our freedom. Why are we going to Build Base now?
Image To steal the power of the Bronze Bells.
Image Huh? Didn’t you already absorb their power?
Image It’s true that I gained the power to destroy the barrier, but that power didn’t end up lasting. I probably used up most of it by dispelling the barrier. As things stand, I won’t be able to get to the Rangoon.
Image So we’re going to Build Base to steal their Bronze Bells…
Image Yes. I need them to get to the Rangoon!
Image Today, we’ll finally destroy that pesky Build Base! Hehehe…

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image We’ve passed through the gate. Our current position is over the ocean south of Dannar Base.
Image Daiku-Maryu, can you hear me?
Image Yes, this is the Daiku-Maryu. We’ve also safely passed through the gate. Is the plan still to head to Dannar Base?
(Phone)
Image Yes. Let’s both head there.
Image Understood.
Image Roger. See you soon.
[Lulu hangs up]
Image Representative Athha, can we return to Build Base?
Image We can handle the maintenance on the Jeeg parts at Dannar Base, but I need Dad to work on my body.
Image Your body? Oh, right. You’re a cyborg. Permission granted. Will it just be the two of you?
Image Since we’re at it, we’d like to overhaul Kenji’s Jeeg and the Build Angels as well. Please let us all return.
Image Granted. Please give my regards to Dr. Shiba.
Image Thank you. Let’s go, Hiroshi.
Image Well then, we’ll see you later!
[Miwa and Hiroshi leave]
Image Archangel, heading towards Dannar Base!

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(Angelica Route)
[Daiku-Maryu, Hallway]
Image Hey! Sheldia!
Image Mist… Is something wrong?
Image Our mechs can finally combine! I’m so happy!
Image Hmm.
Image Hmm? What’s with that reaction? It’s a bit underwhelming…
Image I mean I’m happy for you, but I’m not all that excited…
Image What’s wrong? You’re so gloomy. It’s not like you.
Image Hey, Mist… How do you think Rem is doing?
Image Oh…
Image (That’s right… I was too busy fighting on the other Earth, I forgot about Rem… How careless of me!)
Image We didn’t meet Rem on the other Earth, but maybe she’ll show up on this one?
Image (I’m so heartless to forget about Rem! While I forgot, she was fighting her own battle. Her heart’s suffering… I've been terrible…)
Image Earth to Mist… Are you listening?
Image Ah, right! Sorry. It’ll be fine. As long as we keep fighting, she’ll have to face us eventually! I believe that!
Image I can’t bear it any longer… I want to see Rem! I want to save her!
Image I feel the same way. We can’t let her be a minion of evil.
Image Yeah…
Image Rem is like a little sister to me. I’ll do whatever I can to save her!
Image She looked up to you like an older brother, didn’t she? But I didn’t like how close she was to you… I did a lot of terrible things, like saying my friends were calling her in order to keep her away from you… I’m a terrible older sister… If I knew this was going to happen, I would have been kinder to her…
Image Then after we rescue her, you can be extra kind to her! We’re going to save her, right? We have to.
Image Right… You’re right! I can make things up to her after we save her! I’m gonna do my best!
Image That’s the spirit! I love your energetic side.
Image Huh? Mist…
Image W-what’s wrong? Are you feeling depressed again?
Image It’s nothing!
[Beeping]
Image Attention all personnel. We have arrived at Dannar Base. Please begin mech unloading operations immediately. I repeat…
(Phone)
Image Looks like we’ve arrived. Let’s go!
Image Okay!

(Sheldia Route)
[Daiku-Maryu, Hallway]
Image Hey! Angelica!
Image Mist… What’s up?
Image Our mechs can finally combine! I’m so happy!
Image Okay…
Image What’s wrong? Aren’t you happy for me?
Image I mean I am happy for you, but I just can’t get excited…
Image You look depressed.
Image Hey, Mist… How do you think Dad is doing?
Image Oh…
Image (That’s right… I was too busy fighting on the other Earth, I forgot about the Commander… How careless of me!)
Image We didn’t meet him on the other Earth, but maybe he’ll show up on this one?
Image (I’m so heartless to forget about him! While I forgot, she was fighting her own battle. Her heart’s suffering… I've been terrible…)
Image Hey, Mist! Are you listening?
Image Ah, right! Sorry. It’ll be fine. As long as we keep fighting, he’ll have to face us eventually! I believe that!
Image I want to see Dad right now! I can’t wait! I want to save him!
Image I feel the same way. We can’t let him be a minion of evil.
Image Mist…
Image The Commander is like a father to me. I will definitely save him.
Image You know, he trusted you a lot. He was going to teach you everything he knew and turn you into a fully fledged member of the Defense Force. I was jealous of you for getting personal training from him. You’re the only one who he treated like that. I ended up rebelling against him. I was a narrow-minded and useless daughter. I should have been more kind to him.
Image Then after we rescue him, you can be extra kind to him! We’re going to save him, right? We have to.
Image You’re exactly right! I can make up with him after we save him! I can feel my motivation rising!
Image That’s the spirit! I love how strong you are.
Image Hey! What are you saying!?
Image …
Image W-what’s wrong? You suddenly got quiet. Are you feeling depressed again?
Image It’s nothing!
[Beeping]
Image Attention all personnel. We have arrived at Dannar Base. Please begin mech unloading operations immediately. I repeat…
(Phone)
Image Looks like we’ve arrived. Let’s go!
Image Okay!

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[New Build Base, Command Center]
Image Tamashiro! Are you okay!?
Image Yes, thank you.
Image Of course she’s fine. I’m here!
Image Hmph. Of course… Is Kenji being useful?
Image What do you mean by useful, old man!? My Jeeg and I are doing perfectly! Right, Hiroshi?
Image At the very least, you’re not getting in anyone’s way.
Image Tch. That’s harsh.
Image From my perspective, you’re still an immature little chick!
Image Kenji’s pathetic fighting style makes me nervous.
Image Huh!?
Image It’s fine. You’re doing a good job, Kenji.
Image Why thank you, Tsubaki! You’re the only one being nice to me! Is this love?
Image Hey! I was throwing you a bone! Where did that come from!?
[Dr. Shiba punches Kenji]
Image OW! Why did you hit me, old man!?
Image You’re getting too cocky, idiot!
Image Serves you right. Hmph!
Image You’re so mean…
Image By the way, Dr. Shiba, any updates on the Great Jama Kingdom?
Image They’ve been lying low ever since they destroyed The Zone.
Image They haven’t done anything?
Image That’s what I said.
Image That’s unsettling…
Image Yeah. Knowing them, I think they’ve been preparing for something big…
[Alarm]
Image Dr. Shiba! It’s the Big Fire! They’re heading right towards us!
Image What!?
Image Speak of the devil… Micchi, let’s get out there!
Image Yes!
Image Hiroshi, what about your maintenance?
Image It can wait until we’ve driven them away!
Image O-okay…
Image Let’s go too!
Image Right!
Image Doctor, please request backup from Dannar Base.
Image On it!
Image Let’s go, everyone!
Image Yeah!

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Chapter 29: Linkage

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Image Princess Himika! It’s Jeeg!
Image Oh? So they’ve come to greet us. That saves us some trouble.
Image Princess Himika! Please lend me a Haniwa Genjin! I’ll go and crush Jeeg myself!
Image Wait, Mimashi. The target is the Bronze Bell. We must capture Jeeg alive. I will only release the Haniwa Genjins after we’ve lured them closer.
Image Ma’am!
Image Come on, Jeeg! I’m right here!
Image Hiroshi! That’s Himika’s ship! Let’s charge in!
Image Wait, Kenji. I’m concerned that she only has Big Fires and no other troops with her. You shouldn’t approach carelessly!
Image That’s right, Kenji. Calm down and think things through!
Image What are you talking about? In situations like these, the first strike is crucial!
Image Wait! Kenji!
Image Kenji!

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Image Now! Release the Haniwa Genjins!
Image Roger!

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[They grapple Jeeg]
Image Whoa!
Image Kenji!
Image Dammit! Let go!
Image One down…
[The screen flashes with a bright light]
Image W-what is this light!?
Image Mmm? What’s this? A strong power is protecting the Bronze Bell!
Image Himika you fool! The Raikouma’s Bronze Bell is protected by a barrier that your power cannot break!
Image W-what!? That sort of power shouldn’t be possible by anyone in this world!
Image Tsubaki! Now’s our chance! Let’s save Kenji!
Image On it!

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Image Haniwa Genjin! Let go of Kenji!
Image What!? Who’s that girl!?

Super Robot Wars K - STORMBRINGER

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Image Now’s your chance, Kenji!
Image Got it! UWAAAAAAH!
[The screen flashes with a green light]
Image W-what is this energy!? It must be the Bronze Bell!
[The screen flashes with a green light]

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Image What!?
Image Kenji, are you okay?
Image Yeah! I’m safe thanks to you!
Image Dr. Shiba! The Bronze Bell just now…
Image Yes, there’s no doubt about it. That’s Tsubaki!
(Phone)
Image (It seems Tsubaki’s power has awakened…)
Image W-what was that power!? The Bronze Bell’s power has doubled! Damn you! Is that because of that girl!?
Image You’ve really done it now, Himika! I’ll make you pay for this!
Image S-send out the Haniwa Genjins! Don’t let Jeeg get any closer!

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Image It doesn’t matter how many weaklings show up! I’ll crush them all!
Image Micchi, we’re going too!
Image Yes!

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We’ve got our Jeeg crew against four Big Fires (Himika and her generals in one of them each) and a whole bunch of mooks. Regroup towards the north and let them come to you.

Image I know you want to help Kenji, but don’t push yourself too hard, Tsubaki!
Image I know! I’ll fight more cautiously from now on. Now, bring it!

Image Heh. In the end, they’re just the same ol’ Haniwa Genjins! Even if they’re a little stronger, they fight the exact same!

Image Haniwa Genjins! Today, I will annihilate you!

Image The fact that we’re only fighting Haniwa Genjins means that their alliance with the Darius Army broke down, right? If so, then this is our chance…

You can choose to fight the Big Fires, but it’s not required. I would have needed to invest a lot more into both Jeegs to do that. There is dialogue if you fight them, though.

Image That was a dirty trick! I’ll repay you tenfold, no, a hundredfold!
Image Silence! I’ll destroy your body and take the Bronze Bell from your head, so prepare yourself!

Image I won’t let you try to capture Kenji and steal the Bronze Bell!
Image This girl seems to possess the power to amplify the power of the Bronze Bell… She might prove useful…

Image Himika! I’ll finally finish that fight from 50 years ago!
Image Foolishness… I am immortal! Even if you defeat me, I’ll just come back!
Image Then I’ll defeat you again and again! I’m immortal too!

Image Himika! I won’t let you take even one Bronze Bell!
Image Silence! I will obtain the Bronze Bells for my ambitions!

The plot continues when either you defeat one of the Big Fires or at the start of turn 3.

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Deploy the troops!

Image Looks like the Great Jama Kingdom is back!
Image It’s been a while since we last saw them.
Image But appearing before us is the worst mistake you could have made!!
Image L-Lady Himika! Enemy reinforcements have arrived! We should retreat and regroup!
Image Do we have no other choice? But if we retreat now, this pattern will keep happening. Let’s take that girl with us. Ikima, bring out the Haniwa Genjin Tobira! Capture that girl!
Image Ma’am!
Image Why do you want that girl?
Image It seems she has an ability that’ll be very useful. If not, we can always use her as a hostage.
Image I see! You’re smart, Lady Himika!
Image Enough with the pointless flattery! Capture that girl already!
Image Ma’am!
Image Sending out Tobira!

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Image Is that a new Haniwa Genjin!?
Image Tobira! Capture the Big Shooter!

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[Tobira grapples the Big Shooter]
Image It’s so fast!
Image Ugh!
Image Ahh!
Image Tsubaki! Kyo!

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[Big Shooter is dragged into the Big Fire]
Image Lady Himika, we’ve captured her!
Image Well done, Ikima!
Image Big Fire, retreat at full speed!
Image Will we be able to escape? They might catch up.
Image Don’t sound so pathetic! We have hostages.

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Image Who are they!?
Image You’re Himika, Queen of the Great Jama Kingdom, correct?
Image Indeed, I am Himika. Who are you?
Image My name is Verini. I believe you met my associate, Ispail.
Image Ispail? I seem to recall someone by that name…
Image He’s the fool who said he would help us, but he’s been silent!
Image We’re his allies.
Image What!?
Image Long story short, Ispail was killed by this group here. That’s why we’re here to help you. Escape from this place!
Image I don’t know what’s going on, but we have a chance to retreat!
Image Can we trust her?
Image We have no choice right now. The rest is yours!
[The four Big Fires retreat]
Image AH! TSUBAKI!
Image Hold up! Hey!
Image Let’s chase after them, Captain!
Image Yes! At this rate, Tsubaki and Kyo will be in danger!
Image You won’t be chasing anyone. We’ll be your opponents now!
Image What did you just say!?
Image That enemy commander…
Image We saw her in Zuri!
Image I’m glad you remember me. I came to introduce you to my friend.
Image Hello, everyone. Do you remember me?
Image It’s her!
Image I believe her name is Rem!
Image Rem? Wrong. I’m Gazum. You people have awful memories.
Image It’s him!
Image I believe his name is Elric!
Image Elric? Wrong. I’m Gazum! You people have awful memories.
Image You’re the one who’s wrong. Your body is…
Image Stop, Puria. Don’t say anything more.
Image Huh? But…
Image We shouldn’t give the enemy any information about us. Even our names are more than enough.
Image Oh, right… Even so, Mist, Angelica, and Sheldia aren’t here at such a crucial time…
Image Their mechs are undergoing maintenance. They’ll come right here once it’s done.
Image They’re probably freaking out right now, demanding to be sent here immediately.
Image I’ve heard about your exploits. You not only killed Ispail, but you destroyed Digald. With that much power, you’re a worthy opponent for me to play with.
Image To play with? Don’t mess with me!
Image Now that introductions are over, let’s begin the fun!
Image They’re confident, aren’t they?
Image Time to kick your asses!!
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This is part two of two.

First up, someone who’s staying on the bench forever.

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[Under Golame]
The only good part about the Under Golame is its combo attack, but you would need to deploy three of these things with the chucklehead trio! Welcome to the bench. The only difference between the three Undergolames is the animation for its handgun attack. Unless you *really* like this particular Overman, don’t bother.

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Now to face the Edax executives. We’ve got Verini in her Victoria and Gazum in their Zenadie (which is badass as hell). That’s also not to mention all the mooks they’ve spawned, but those should be easy enough to deal with. Watch out for Verini and Gazum’s MAPs and get to fighting.

The plot continues when one of them is reduced to 50%, but seeing as that causes Gazum to escape, I recommend you focus on Verini. Unless, of course, you think you can deal 50k+ damage through a damage reducing barrier in a single attack.

This next scene is different depending on your heroine route.

(Angelica route)
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Image We made it in time!
Image Mist! Sheldia!
Image We rushed here after we finished working on the Revrius!
Image Same with my Selius II! But this isn’t the time for that! We have to save Rem!
Image Where’s Angelica?
Image She’s doing the finishing touches on the fusion system. She’ll be here shortly!
Image That’s the Revrius!
Image Really? I thought someone was missing and it seems it was the Revrius.
Image Rem! It’s me! Do you remember me!?
Image I was called by that name earlier. Who’s Rem?
Image Rem is my sister! Why are you her, but not her?
Image Aw crap. I was trying to keep that a secret, but you spoiled it…
Image Your sister, eh? So this vessel belongs to your sister. Interesting. If that’s the case, then you can’t lay a hand on me.
Image Give Rem back!

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Super Robot Wars K - Edax

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Image What!? What are you thinking!? Do you not care what happens to your sister’s body!?
Image I’ll defeat you and get Rem back! GIVE HER BACK!!
[Sheldia hits Gazum 3 times]
Image Sheldia! Stop! That won’t accomplish anything!
Image GIVE HER BACK! GIVE HER BACK! GIVE HER BACK!!!
Image How annoying!

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Image AHHH!
Image Sheldia!
Image To even attack your sister’s body… What a fool! It’s a shame that a fool like you possesses a “fragment”! I’ll at least obliterate you with a single blow… Guh! GAAAH!
Image Gazum! What’s wrong!?
Image They stopped moving!?
Image Wait, Kira! Something’s wrong!
Image M-my head… My head… It feels like it’s splitting open… Argh! I’m… I’m fine… Just… Just kill me already!
Image Rem? Is that you!?
Image Sheldia… Please… Quickly…
Image Argh! Shut up! Shut up!
Image Gazum! What’s wrong with you?
Image It seems the host’s consciousness has awakened because of that girl! I’m sorry, but I’m retreating! The rest is up to you!
[Gazum retreats]
Image Ah! Rem! Wait!
Image Dammit! We couldn’t save her!
Image …Gazum, are you going to be all right?
Image Hey, you!
Image Are you talking to me?
Image That’s right! Where did Gazum run off to!?
Image Do you really think I’d tell you?
Image Spill it!

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Image AHHHH!
Image Don’t get so worked up, you hysterical girl!
Image Give me back… Give me back Rem!!
Image Calm down, Sheldia! If you keep acting like that, you’ll die before you can do anything!
Image Mist…
Image I know exactly how you feel, but you need to stay calm!
Image …You’re right. I’m sorry, Mist. I blew it…
Image As long as you understand. Can you still fight?
Image Yes!
Image All right. Let’s go!
Image Slow down! Don’t fight by yourselves!
Image Ah…
Image You just got here and now you’re getting excited all on your own! The hell, man?
Image That kind of fighting is unacceptable. I recommend remedial training.
Image We’re here too, you know.
Image Sorry!
Image Tsubaki and Kyo have been kidnapped by Himika! We need to defeat these guys quickly and chase after her!
Image Understood! I’ll make up for my mistake!

(Sheldia route)
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Image We made it in time!
Image Mist! Angelica!
Image We rushed here after we finished working on the Revrius!
Image Same with my Selius! But this isn’t the time for that! We have to save Dad!
Image Where’s Sheldia?
Image She’s doing the finishing touches on the fusion system. She’ll be here shortly!
Image That’s the Revrius!
Image Really? I thought someone was missing and it seems it was the Revrius.
Image Dad! It’s me! Do you remember me!?
Image Dad? I don’t have a daughter.
Image Even if you don’t, that body belongs to my father!
Image Aw crap. I was trying to keep that a secret, but you spoiled it…
Image Angelica, you’re losing your composure!
Image Mist, back her up!
Image On it, Saruwatari!
Image Your father, eh? So this vessel belongs to your father. Interesting. If that’s the case, then you can’t lay a hand on me.
Image Give him back!

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Image What!? What are you thinking!? Do you not care what happens to your father’s body!?
Image I’ll defeat you and get him back!
[Angelica hits Gazum 3 times]
Image Angelica! Stop! That won’t accomplish anything!
Image Give him back! Give me back my father!
Image How annoying!

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Image Kyaa!
Image Angelica!
Image To even attack your father’s body… What a fool! It’s a shame that a fool like you possesses a “fragment”! I’ll at least obliterate you with a single blow… Guh! GAAAH!
Image Gazum! What’s wrong!?
Image What happened!? He’s shaking!
Image He seems to be in pain!
Image Now’s your chance!
Image M-my head… My head… It feels like it’s splitting open… Argh! Angelica… Don’t worry… about me… Just… defeat… him…
Image Dad? Is that you!?
Image Hurry… Use this chance… You must… win…
Image Argh! Shut up! Shut up!
Image Gazum! What’s wrong with you?
Image It seems the host’s consciousness has awakened because of that girl! I’m sorry, but I’m retreating! The rest is up to you!
[Gazum retreats]
Image Ahh! Dad! Wait!
Image Dammit! We couldn’t save him!
Image …Gazum, are you going to be all right?
Image Hey, you!
Image Are you talking to me?
Image That’s right! Where did Gazum run off to!?
Image Do you really think I’d tell you?
Image TELL ME!!

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Image AHHHH!
Image Don’t get so worked up, you hysterical girl!
Image Give me back… Give me back Dad!!
Image Calm down, Angelica! If you keep acting like that, you’ll die before you can do anything!
Image Mist…
Image I know exactly how you feel, but you need to stay calm! You’re acting like how I was!
Image …You’re right. I’m sorry, Mist. I’m too impatient…
Image As long as you understand. Can you still fight?
Image Yes!
Image All right. Let’s go!
Image Slow down! Don’t fight by yourselves!
Image Ah…
Image You just got here and now you’re getting excited all on your own! The hell, man?
Image That kind of fighting is unacceptable. I recommend remedial training.
Image We’re here too, you know.
Image Sorry!
Image Tsubaki and Kyo have been kidnapped by Himika! We need to defeat these guys quickly and chase after her!
Image Understood! I’ll make up for my mistake!

Make sure you heal Angelica/Sheldia before she gets shot down, unless you really want a Game Over. Mist probably spawned too far away from the fighting to accomplish anything.

Image It doesn’t matter how strong my sense of justice is! I’ll fight to the very end and achieve peace!!

(Angelica route only)
Image I have to save Rem… But I can’t rush. I have to calm down. Calm down, me!

(Sheldia route only)
Image I have to save Dad… But I can’t panic. I have to stay calm. Calm down, me!

And now, the boss dialogues. I’ll include the lines against Gazum here as well, if you choose to fight them instead.

Image Tch. I don’t know what kind of thick this is, but it’s ruining your pretty face!
Image Unfortunately, it seems my sense of aesthetics differs from yours. I never liked this face!

Image You’re piloting a machine that looks like a demon!
Image So similar demons exist on this planet too… Is this fate?
Image Who knows? But we’re going to sever any ties between us right now!

Image Where did Gazum go!? You’d better answer me before you get hurt!
Image Is that supposed to be a threat? I’m not scared at all, little boy.
Image I just want to know where Gazum is! If you don’t tell me, I’ll kill you and avenge Bezard!

(Angelica route only)
Image Where’s Rem!? Where did she go!? Tell me!
Image If you can defeat me, I might tell you, but I’m not so weak that you can win when your mind is like that!
Image My state of mind doesn’t matter! I’m going to beat you!

(Sheldia route only)
Image Where’s Dad!? Where did she go!? Tell me!
Image If you can defeat me, I might tell you, but I’m not so weak that you can win when you’re so unstable!
Image I am calm! That’s why I’ll win!

Image Oh? You sure are a feisty lady. Right in my strike zone too. It’s a shame you’re the enemy…
Image Unfortunately, I hate arrogant men like you.
Image Is that so? What a pity. I’ll give you a bouquet of bullets instead!

Image You seem quite confident in your strength, but if you’re too overconfident, you might get hurt.
Image Thanks for the advice, but this isn’t overconfidence. I’m on a completely different level than you!
Image Oh, really? Then I’ll give you a serious injury!

Image A violent woman like you must be frustrated! If you had a happy love life like me, you would be a lot calmer!
Image Mind your own damn business! You piss me off!

The plot continues when Verini has been shot down.

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Image I guess I let my guard down a little. Playtime is over. Time to get serious!

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Image My first target has got to be… Why, the Revrius of course! You’re the one who killed Ispail and humiliated me the other day. Are you ready?
Image What do you mean “are you ready”? I won’t lose to someone like you!
Image I have a name! It’s Verini! Remember that!
Image Like I give a damn!
Image I won’t kill you because of Gazum’s orders, but I’ll put you in so much pain you’ll wish you were dead! Here I come!

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Image GAAAAAH!
Image She’s fast!
Image Of course. After all, I’m a beast. I have to make sure my precious Victoria is fast enough to keep up with me. Speaking of beasts, maybe I should incorporate Zoid technology before I destroy the other Earth.
Image We won’t let you do that!
Image Oops. If you make any sudden moves, I might accidentally destroy the Revrius…
Image Dammit! How many times does Mist have to be in danger before he learns his lesson!?
Image He’s been in this position before? What a guy. I mean, your robot has such weak armor. If you fight without any support, you’d just be a very easy target. Hey, Revrius, do you not have any friends or something?
Image Dammit!
Image Oh, but your suffering has just begun. I hope you can handle a little pain!

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Image Dammit! If only I could combine!
Image Now, experience the flames of hell!

This is where the scene splits between heroine routes.

(Angelica Route)
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Super Robot Wars K - Winter Call
(TL Note: Banger alert. This is Angelica’s new theme, but only on her route.)
Image I won’t let you!

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Image Dammit! You surprised me! Coward!
Image It’s your own fault for being overconfident and letting your guard down!
Image What was that!?
Image Mist, are you okay?
Image Yeah, thank you. You saved me.
Image Sorry I’m late.
Image What about the finishing touches?
Image It’s all done. Professor Sakon and Shibakusa said we can combine!
Image Okay, let’s do it right now! We can’t win against her like this!
Image Huh? Right now? But I…
Image It’s okay. We can do it! We’re partners, right?
Image W-we are, but…
Image We’ve been together ever since we were kids. We were the best partners in the Defense Force, right? If it’s us, fusion will be a piece of cake!
Image What about the burden? Are you going to be okay?
Image If you’re afraid of getting hurt, I’ll take it all on myself! Let’s defeat her and quickly go save Rem and Tsubaki!
Image !
Image O-okay.
Image Partners and fusing… What nonsense! I’ll smash you both into the ground!
Image Are they planning to fuse without testing it first!?
Image Linkage system, on! Join parts, activate!
Image Activate!
Image Connection, standby!
Image S-standby!
Image Let’s go, Angelica! Crystal Link…
Image (Oh no! I’m still jealous…)
Image G-go!

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Image Uwaaaah!
Image Ahhhhh!
Image The hell? They just collided and bounced off of each other. Is that supposed to be a joke? It’s not funny! Just die already!

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Image AHHHHH!
Image Sheldia!
Image DAMN YOU! How dare you hurt Sheldia!
Image !!
Image Angelica! Let’s try it again!
Image No… I can’t do it!
Image Don’t give up! You can do it, Angelica! Combine and beat her! Otherwise, Mist will die!
Image B-but I…
Image For everyone… For the sake of the Earth, we need to combine! We can’t let Earth become another Atreem! We have to protect Earth ourselves!
Image What are you doing!? Is that all your compassion amounts to!? The Crystal Heart is supposed to be powered by compassion and love, right!? If you’re like that, then I… I finally gave up on Mist, but you won’t even take him for yourself!!
Image Huh? What are you talking about?
Image …I understand. To protect the Earth and everyone on it…
Image (And for you!)
Image Yeah. I’m counting on you, my best partner!
Image Let’s do it! Let’s combine to save the Earth!!
Image Let’s go! Crystal Link…
Image GO!

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Super Robot Wars K - Shinin’ Heart
(TL Note: Another banger alert. This is Mist’s new default theme.)
Image Linkage complete!
Image System, all green! It's a success, Mist!
Image Of course it is. This is us we’re talking about.
Image Amazing…
Image The Revrius and Serkerius…
Image They combined!
Image So cool~
Image W-what the hell!? The Revrius fused!? That’s just a bluff!
Image I’ll show you whether it’s a bluff or not! The Solvrius Rex specialises in firepower! Ron, Saruwatari, I’ve got this!
Image This is your fight. Go get ‘em!
Image You talked the talk, now walk the walk!
Image Show me your gamble!
Image Why are you so worked up!?
Image Here we go! Angelica, let’s unite our hearts and defeat her!
Image Y-yes! I won’t hesitate anymore! We will defeat Verini! We will protect the Earth!
[The screen flashes green]
Image UWOOOOOOOOH!
Image HAAAAAAAAAH!
Image W-what is this immense power!?

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Image KYAAAAAAAAA!
Image How’s that!?
Image Haa… Haa… Haa…
Image T-this is really bad. I hate this, but I have to get out of here. I’ll remember this!
[Verini retreats]
Image She ran away!
Image Haa… Haa… Haa…
Image Angelica, are you okay?
Image It’s my fault… that we didn’t achieve enough power… I’m sorry…
Image Don’t worry about it. It’s good enough that we managed to unleash the power of a combined Revrius.
Image Thank you…
Image I hate to ruin the mood, but there are still enemies left. Don’t let your guard down!
Image R-right! Sorry!
Image Everyone! Let’s clean this up!
(Those last 3 lines are only if there are enemies remaining.)

(Sheldia route)
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Super Robot Wars K - Summer Drive
(TL Note: This is Sheldia’s new theme, but only on her route.)
Image I won’t let you do that!

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Image Dammit! You surprised me! Coward!
Image It’s your fault for letting your guard down! I’ll do anything to save Mist!
Image Why you little…
Image Mist, are you okay?
Image Thanks. You saved me.
Image Sorry I’m late!
Image What about the finishing touches?
Image It’s all done. Professor Sakon and Shibakusa said we can combine!
Image Okay, let’s do it right now! We can’t win against her like this!
Image Huh? Right now? But I…
Image It’ll be fine. We can do this! We’re partners, right?
Image I mean we are, but…
Image Remember the days we lived in Bezard! We have a strong bond! Put your feelings into the Crystal Heart! Fusion will be a piece of cake!
Image What about the burden?
Image Why are you scared now? If you’re afraid, I’ll take it all on myself! So let’s defeat her quickly so we can save the Commander and Tsubaki!
Image G-got it! Let’s give it a try!
Image Partners, bonds… What nonsense! I’ll smash you both into the ground!
Image Are they planning to fuse without testing it first!?
Image Linkage system, on! Join parts, activate!
Image Um… Standby! Am I doing this right?
Image Good job! Now, let’s do this!
Image !
Image Crystal Link…
Image (I’m sorry, Mist! My heart is still filled with jealousy…)
Image G-go!

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Image Waaaaah!
Image Ahhh!
Image The hell? They just collided and bounced off of each other. Is that supposed to be a joke? It’s not funny! Just die already!

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Image KUH!
Image Angelica! Why did you…
Image DAMMIT! How dare you do that to Angelica!
Image !!
Image Sheldia! Let’s try combining again!
Image No… I can’t do it!
Image Don’t give up! You can do it, Sheldia! Combine and defeat her! Otherwise Mist might die!
Image B-but…
Image For everyone… For the sake of the Earth, we need to combine! We can’t let Earth become another Bezard! We have to protect Earth ourselves!
Image What are you whining about!? I thought you were an adult! Or was it a mistake to leave you in Mist’s half-baked care!? Were you lying when you said you could be a better partner for him than me!? Mist chose you! If you can’t fight properly, then… I… I won’t give up on Mist!
Image Huh? What are you talking about?
Image …I understand. To protect the Earth and everyone on it…
Image (I was so stupid for feeling jealous. I forgot about what really matters!)
Image Please, Sheldia!
Image Let’s do it! Let’s combine to save the Earth!!
Image Let’s go! Crystal Link…
Image GO!

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Super Robot Wars K - Shinin’ Heart
(TL Note: Another banger alert. This is Mist’s new default theme.)
Image Linkage complete!
Image We did it, Mist!
Image Why wouldn’t we?
Image Amazing…
Image The Revrius and Serkerius…
Image They combined!
Image So cool~
Image W-what the hell!? The Revrius fused!? That’s just a bluff!
Image I’ll show you whether it’s a bluff or not! The Solvrius Rex specialises in firepower! Ron, Saruwatari, I’ve got this!
Image This is your fight. Go get ‘em!
Image You talked the talk, now walk the walk!
Image Show me your gamble!
Image Why are you so worked up!?
Image Here we go! Sheldia, let’s unite our hearts and defeat her!
Image Y-yes! I won’t hesitate anymore! We will defeat Verini! We will protect the Earth!
[The screen flashes green]
Image UWOOOOOOOOH!
Image HAAAAAAAAAH!
Image W-what is this immense power!?

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Image KYAAAAAAAAA!
Image How’s that!?
Image Haa… Haa… Haa…
Image T-this is really bad. I hate this, but I have to get out of here. I’ll remember this!
[Verini retreats]
Image She ran away!
Image Haa… Haa… Haa…
Image Sheld, are you okay?
Image I’m sorry… It’s my fault… We didn’t have enough power… Haa… Haa…
Image Don’t worry about it. It’s good enough that we managed to unleash the power of a combined Revrius.
Image Thank you…
Image I hate to ruin the mood, but there are still enemies left. Don’t let your guard down!
Image R-right! Sorry!
Image Everyone! Let’s clean this up!
(Those last 3 lines are only if there are enemies remaining.)

We’ve got some new units!

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[Serkerius]
A straight upgrade over the Selius series in every way. It has better armor, attacks, and a stronger Crystal Heart barrier. It also retains the repair and resupply modules. Don’t expect to fight with it much since most of the time, you’re better off combined. The only difference between the Angelica and Sheldia versions is slight differences in the animations. When the Crystal Heart is activated at 120 morale, it gets a barrier that negates damage depending on morale up to 2000 when at max, same as the Seliuses.

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[Solvrius Rex]
The fusion between the Revrius and Serkerius with a focus on raw firepower. It’s more fragile than the Revrius or the Regina, but its attacks are more powerful, more fuel efficient, and have a better range outside of the finisher. You’ll want to use the Rex for carving your way through pairs of mooks and bosses alike. Thanks to its Crystal Heart, it gets a damage multiplier the higher Mist’s morale gets, up to 1.5x.

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[Solvrius Regina]
The fusion between the Serkerius and Revrius with a focus on defense and debuffs. Each of its attacks gives a different debuff. Not only that, but it is extremely defensive between its higher armor and Crystal Heart barrier. Also, for some reason, it retains the repair and resupply modules in this form only, which gives it innate HP and EN regeneration. It even has a MAP attack that reduces the enemy’s morale. The only real downside is a lack of a combo weapon and weaker attacks. Use this form for more enemy phase-based strategies.

You can freely fuse the two mechs at 120 morale and swap between each form at will. Use whichever you think is best for the current situation.

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image All right! That’s all of them! Let’s go after Tsubaki and Kyo!
Image Wait, Kenji! Are you going to run off on your own again!?
Image B-but…
Image Listen to me, Kenji! Your reckless actions are partly to blame for Tsubaki and Kyo’s kidnapping!
Image We will return to Build Base and regroup. Tsubaki and Kyo will come after that. We also need to consider Sheldia’s sister.
(“Angelica’s father” in the other route)
Image Can we really afford to act like that!? Aren’t you worried about her!?
Image You fool! Of course she’s worried about her granddaughter! Don’t you realize that!?
Image Dammit…
Image If we pursue them recklessly and without a plan, we’ll fall right into their trap. Let’s return to Build Base for now. We’ll have a better chance to save them if we think this through. Got it, Kenji?
Image I understand, ma’am…
Image Then let’s go.

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Image Grrrr…
(Baruba. Jeeg. CV: A tiger)
Image Huh? What’s that?
[Baruba leaves]
Image What’s wrong, Kenji?
Image Nothing… Must have been my imagination…
Image Really? That’s fine then. Don’t worry too much, young man.
Image Thanks, Gain.
Image (That tiger… I think Kyo called it Baruba… It was staring right at me… What does it want?)

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[???]
Image Hey, what was with the Revrius!? I didn’t hear anything about it being able to combine! I almost died out there!
Image What are you talking about? I don’t have time for this…
Image And what’s with those two pilots!? Are they lovers!? That kind of fusion should be impossible! Ugh, I’m pissed off!
Image Why are you so angry?
Image And you! You’re pathetic! Leaving because of a widdle headache? So weak!
Image It’s not just a normal headache. Perhaps it’s because I only recently obtained this body, but the host’s personality started to awaken. If I stayed any longer, I would have been driven out!
Image That does it! I’ll never forgive you!
Image I-if you kill me with this vessel, the “fragments” will…
Image I’m not talking about you! I’m going to get my revenge on the Revrius! I’ll tear that fusion apart and destroy whatever they have between them!
Image S-stop! Until Lord Ru-Cobol arrives on Earth…
Image ZIP IT! The sick should be quiet! He won’t even notice two missing people!
Image You shouldn’t underestimate Lord Ru-Cobol’s senses…
Image What, he’ll kill me? I’ll at least rip them to shreds first!
Image Y-you…
Image Just take a painkiller and sleep it off. You have some that work on that vessel, right? I’ll see you later!
Image S-stop! Verini!

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[New Build Base, Hallway]
Image Mist! That super move you used earlier was badass!
Image Yeah, I was surprised too. I didn’t think I could do that.
Image So that’s the robot the Atreemians used 2000 years ago…
Image Yup. I didn’t really think about it, but the people in the past risked their lives fighting for something too.
Image Even so, that technique… Not only did it look cool, but the power was incredible!
Image Actually, it was incomplete.
Image Incomplete!?
Image It’s because I couldn’t fully draw out the power of the Crystal Heart…
Image It’s because I couldn’t fully draw out the power of the Crystal Heart…
Image Don’t be so down. The burden of the fusion wasn’t as bad as I thought. We’ll get it next time.
Image So there’s no such thing as a risk-free option, huh?
Image Yeah. Even fusing hurts like hell.
Image Isn’t there a way to lessen it a bit?
Image I know how to make it worse at least.
Image You mean from when you fought Ispail?
Image Yeah. If I fight with a disturbed mind, the pain will only get worse.
Image If it had that much power in an incomplete state, imagine what a completed attack would be like.
Image It would be invincible…
Image Hmph. Just because it looks cool doesn’t mean it’s any good. Even the weak can use the opponent’s strength…
Image Yeah, yeah. We’ll listen to your martial arts lecture later.
Image We? Don’t drag me into this!
Image Why wait until later? I’ll give you a first hand lesson!
Image Geh! Right now!?
Image Of course. Square up!
Image Sorry, but I need to work on my Fafner for the next battle!
ImageTraining is part of maintenance! Come on!
Image Heck no! Kazuki, Toumi, help me out!
Image Don’t look at me…
Image Good luck with your training!
Image Dang it!
[Sakura drags Mamoru and Kenji out]
Image Poor kids…
Image They’re really close, aren’t they? I’m kinda jealous…
Image You don’t have any friends, do you?
Image I do too! Van and Soushi.
Image Don’t they keep rejecting that claim?
Image Speaking of friends, Naoto’s been talking to Rongo lately. I wonder what that’s about. He’s been acting kinda secretive… I should ask him what’s going on.
Image A system where feelings become power, huh…
Image Are you curious about it, Kira?
Image Not about the system itself… But the fact that we have to fight using that system against Edax… I just wonder what kind of countermeasures they’ll use against it.
Image An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, and the power of emotions for the power of emotions.
Image We both use different technologies, so I wouldn’t be surprised if they pulled out something similar.
Image Why would Atreemians create such a system in the first place?
Image It’s not just Atreem.
Image The “God’s Stone” that was located in Bezard is also a Crystal Heart.
Image If I could use that, maybe I can get my brother back…
Image Don’t find a shortcut.
Image Huh? You never help me with anything, but you give me advice when I don’t ask?
Image Just hold on! I’ve been plenty helpful, right? I do… things…
Image Really? I haven’t seen you outside of combat lately, so I thought you just sleep all the time.
Image Come on…
Image Van is helping me with my rehab.l
Image That’s right. Rehab help.
Image We’re helping too!
Image Eek!
Image Don’t be so startled. We’re feeling a bit out of place and can’t exactly walk around the ship with our heads held high…
Image Oh, it’s you three.
Image Every person has the right job for them. If you can find that, you’ll feel more fulfilled.
Image The right job for everyone, huh… I’m not a woman who’s going to stop here! I’m going to the city and make a name for myself no matter what!
Image The city isn’t all good, Jabori.
Image Who’s this sassy child?
Image Tsubaki! You shouldn’t get off the ship…
Image It’s fine. The ship is full of Mir, so I can get out of it for a little while.
Image Tsubaki! You shouldn’t…
Image I’m neutral. I’ll decide for myself what I should say. That’s all I can tell everyone for now. Also, Jabori, city life isn’t all good. Remember that.
Image R-right…
Image Tsubaki, let’s go back to the Archangel or Daiku-Maryu…
Image Okay. I’ll do as you ask. We should stay together while it’s still possible.
[Tsubaki and Chizuru leave]
Image What’s with that girl?
Image I haven’t seen her that much, so I don’t really know… Who is she?
Image That’s Tsubaki. She doesn’t usually leave the infirmary. Even if she does come out, it’s only for a short time. I was told she has a weak constitution, so she always goes back.
Image Speaking of not seeing someone, I haven’t seen Princess Medaiyu of Wulgusk either. She’s supposed to be here, right?
Image She’s busy with Lioubov and Karin. I thought she only had charisma, but it turns out she’s skilled with her hands. I can see her being successful in the future.
Image Successful? Maybe I should start buttering up to her…
Image Have you no shame?
Image Even so, it’s a shame we came all the way to another Earth, but we can’t do any sightseeing.
Image Is that why you fight?
Image Don’t nitpick everything I say. I’m just saying that I’m not using my free time to its fullest. Even you want to have fun when you can, right?
Image Well, yeah…
Image I know you’re on edge because Tsubaki and Kyo were kidnapped, but being tense all the time is tiring.
Image I can’t compartmentalize things as well as some of you…
Image And that’s fine. You still have a future, don’t you? So worry a lot and become a cool adult!
Image Ah, Priscilla… I didn’t expect you to say something.
Image My mom always said “it’s better to act than to worry”. I thought about whether or not to butt in, but it’s better just to talk to you than to worry if I shouldn’t. Just don’t worry about what I said. See ya!
Image A cool adult, huh…
Image What’s wrong, Shinn? Did Priscilla say something to you?
Image I guess he’s got a concrete goal now.
Image Is that true?
Image …I don’t know about that, but I feel like I got a glimpse of what life I should live in a world without war…
Image Shinn, you’ve changed.
Image Really?
Image I thought you changed when we joined this unit, but the Shinn I see now is far more reliable.
Image …Thanks I guess.
Image Hey! That’s a compliment, okay?
Image Hey now, it’s fine to chat, but it’s almost time for a strategy meeting.
Image Attention all personnel. We’re about to hold a strategy meeting, so please gather in the command center! I repeat…
(Phone)
Image See?
Image Oh, there you guys are. We’re being summoned. Let’s go.
Image (I’m worried about Rem/the Commander too, but first, we have to go save Tsubaki and Kyo. I have to make sure Sheldia/Angelica doesn’t act on her own…)
Image What’s wrong? Why are you spacing out? Let’s get going already.
Image What’s wrong? Why are you spacing out? Let’s go to the strategy meeting already!
Image Ah, yeah. Coming.
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Squad time! We’ve got 17+6 slots to work with. Solos are Kenji, Kyo, Gainer, Van, Shinn, Kira, Sven, Cagalli, Ruuji, Fei-Yen, Lacus, Kazuki, and Chief. Pairs are Mist/Angelica, Daiya/Sheldia, Nero/Selene, Hiroshi/Miwa, Gain/Maya, Goh/Anna, Koji/Mu, Zairin/Ron, and Roll/A Kan. Mandatory deployments are Kenji, Kyo, Gainer, Roll, Mist, and whoever is in the Serkerius (I paired them up). Kyo cannot be paired up. Gauli cannot be deployed.

Last time, Tsubaki and Kyo got kidnapped and the Serkerius was finally deployed.

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[New Build Base, Command Center]
Image Himika probably kidnapped Tsubaki and Kyo because she noticed that Tsubaki’s power awoke.
Image What kind of power are we talking about?
Image It would take too long to explain in detail, so I’ll keep it short. Himika can use Tsubaki to steal the Bronze Bells from both Jeegs.
Image She must have become aware of it during the previous battle.
Image So that’s why she kidnapped them…
Image The reason doesn’t matter! Let’s go save them now!
Image But we don’t even know where they are.
Image Therefore, we can’t do much…
Image They’re most likely inside Mt. Aso, where their main base is.
Image So let’s get going already!
Image Wait. We don’t know what kind of place Mt. Aso is. We can’t send the entire force based on speculation.
Image Then I’ll go check it out. My Noir is ready.
Image You can’t possibly go alone. Let the Adette Squad help too!
Image Captain Ramius, Commander Tamaki, we should choose who should go.
[Beeping]
Image Commander Tamaki! Incoming call from Kyo!
Image From Kyo!?
Image On screen now!
[A screen turns on]
Image T-this is Kyo.
Image Kyo! Where are you!? Is Tsubaki safe!?
Image Tsubaki was kidnapped. I’m sorry…
Image You were with her, weren’t you!?
Image I lost consciousness from the impact of getting grabbed by the Haniwa Genjin. They seem to have left me and the Big Shooter behind.
Image We’ve located the Big Shooter! It’s near Mt. Aso!
Image Kyo, is Himika and her cronies nearby?
Image I don’t know, but I feel an ominous presence… They shouldn’t have gone too far.
Image Then she might still be around!
Image I think that’s highly likely. Commander Tamaki, I’m going to save Tsubaki now.
Image Wait, Kyo. We’re currently preparing to sortie. Let’s save her together.
Image You can’t do anything by yourself, can you?
Image No, I can do it alone.
Image Stop it, Kyo! If you push yourself too hard, your body will…
Image We’ll be there soon. Please refrain from doing anything reckless. Understood?
Image …Roger. I’ll wait for you.
[Kyo hangs up]
Image Hey, old man. What’s wrong with Kyo’s body?
Image Huh? What are you talking about?
Image You just said--
Image Kenji! We don’t have time for this! Representative Athha, please allow us to head to Mt. Aso.
Image Granted. All pilots, please get ready.
Image Rongo, are you good to go?
Image Huh? Oh, yeah…
(Phone)
Image Hmm? Rongo, is something wrong? Why are you wearing a jacket?
Image Turns out, I caught a cold… I’m fine though. *Cough cough*
Image I don’t want to overwork you, but you’re the only one who can steer the Daiku-Maryu. I’m sorry, but please be strong for this next battle.
Image Aye aye, ma’am!
Image Captain Gauli, you will lead the rescue team. You’re good at infiltrations, right?
Image Roger! Just leave her rescue to me!
Image Good. Everyone, prepare to sortie!

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[Kyushu, Mt. Aso]
Image Lady Himika, what shall we do with her?
Image …
Image This girl’s power resonated with Jeeg’s Bronze Bell. We should be able to use her to break the barrier protecting the Bell. We could turn her into our minion, but perhaps a little entertainment before heading to the Rangoon wouldn’t hurt.
Image There’s no need to go that far.
Image Who the hell are you!?
Image Have you already forgotten my face?
Image It’s you! Gil Berg!
Image So you do remember me.
Image Bastard! You said you would cooperate with us, but you’ve been missing!
Image I had my reasons and couldn’t contact you. As compensation, I’ll give you a wonderful gift today.
Image Excuse me!?
Image I overheard that you wanted to go to the Moon and you need Jeeg’s Bronze Bell for that purpose.
Image So what?
Image I could just take you there.
Image You’ll guide us to the Moon?
Image You never indicated that you could have done that before!
Image This isn’t a trick, is it?
Image When we first met, I already had the power to take you to the Moon, but Ispail wouldn’t allow it. Now that he’s dead, I have the authority to do so.
Image (Though it would be using a gate without permission…)
Image So, what will you do? If you would rather get the Bronze Bell on your own, I won’t interfere.
Image What will you do, Queen Himika?
Image As long as we can get to the Rangoon, the method doesn’t matter. Gil Berg, bring us to the Moon!
Image Very well… But there’s one condition.
Image I knew it. You wouldn’t make an offer without expecting anything in return… What do you want!?
Image It’s simple. I want you to hand over the girl you captured. Plus, I want some of your forces.
Image What are you plotting, Gil Berg?
Image Not much. The Earthlings are about to attack here and I need to prepare for them. I have a grudge against them for killing Ispail.
Image Very well. As long as I can go to the Moon, I no longer have any use for her. She’ll probably be more useful to you. Ikima, you will remain here and fight alongside Gil Berg. Keep an eye on him.
Image Ma’am!
Image Then, shall I bring you to the Moon right away?
Image Soon, I will obtain absolute power! I will destroy everything on Earth! AHAHAHAHAHA!

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[???]
Image Can you hear me, Verini? Please respond.
(Phone)
Image Gil Berg!? What have you been doing this whole time?
Image I was attacked by the Earthlings when I was with Ispail. I was hiding while my wounds healed.
Image Then you should have contacted us! You disappeared without a trace after you abandoned your mission!
Image I didn’t want you to see me in a weakened stage. Think of it as the foolish pride of a former space pirate.
Image What pride do space pirates really have? Bunker lost to us because he was so fixated on such trivial things.
Image Perhaps so. By the way, Verini, I just spoke to Himika, Queen of the Great Jama Kingdom. She says she lured the Earthlings into their base inside Mt. Aso and wants our help to defeat them.
Image Perfect timing. I was just itching to crush the Revrius.
Image Revrius? Why do you want to do that?
Image I have a grudge of my own. I don’t wish to use them like Ispail did. I want to crush them!
Image I see… Then I’ll send you the coordinates. Come here immediately.
Image Understood. I’ll be there soon. Oh, I just had a great idea.
Image Oh?
Image Give me a little time. I’ll definitely come, so could you stall them for a bit?
Image What are you planning?
Image You’ll see. They’ll be frozen in surprise.
Image I don’t know what you’re planning, but just make it quick. I’ll be waiting.
[Gil Berg hangs up]
Image I’ll be using your precious Overdevil, Gazum…

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image Captain! We’ve recovered the Big Shooter!
Image Great! Now, let’s head towards Himika’s base!
[Beeping]
Image Captain! Someone has hacked into our communications!
Image What!?
[A screen turns on]
Image Greetings, Earthlings. It’s been too long.
(Phone)
Image Gil Berg!
Image What do you want, you cockroach!?
Image Lady Himika is waiting for you. If you value this girl’s life, you’d better come quickly! Ahahaha!
[Gil Berg hangs up]
Image Why is Gil Berg acting like a minion of the Jama Kingdom?
Image He mentioned Queen Himika.
Image Did he join the Jama Kingdom?
Image That doesn’t matter! We can ask after we saved Tsubaki! Let’s go already, Captain!
Image You’re right. Let’s hurry!

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Chapter 29: Break the Sorrowful Curse

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Image Ikima, the Earthlings will be here shortly. Are you ready for a fight?
Image Of course.
Image It’s a shame they’ll just die miserably without being able to do anything.
Image What do you mean?
Image We’ll use the girl as a shield. Earthlings are fools who would throw away their lives to save their friends. While they’re defenseless, thanks to our hostage, we’ll kill them one by one… Hehehe…
Image Do you not intend to fight fairly?
Image Fairly? What nonsense is that? To win, I’ll use any dirty trick possible. That’s how the intellectual fights!
Image (You’re a bastard!)

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Deploy the troops!

Image Captain Gauli, we’ll send the Big Shooter inside the Big Fire, so use that chance to save Tsubaki.
Image Roger. This is where I’ll put my skills as a Yapanese Ninja to the test!
Image Gauli, if you succeed, I’ll give you a big smooch!
Image (Now I kinda want to fail…)
Image Gainer, you’re going out by yourself?
Image I have a bad feeling, like something bad is about to happen again. I’ve felt this before…
Image You too, Gainer? I feel the same way.
Image Gainer, this is a battle to save Tsubaki. Please tell me you didn’t catch Rongo’s cold!
Image It’s not that, don’t worry.
Image So you’ve come, Earthlings!
Image Give Tsubaki back, you bastard!
Image Pipe down, punk. The girl’s life is in our hands. You realize what’ll happen if you defy us, right?
Image Why you…
Image If you want her alive, do as I say. First, Mia Alice! I’ll take your life!
Image Gil Berg!
Image …If it’s to save Tsubaki…
Image Mia!
Image There’s no need for that!
Image What!?
Image Gil Berg. I, Ikima, will not allow such underhanded tactics!
Image What the hell are you doing?
Image Jeeg! Fellow warriors! Until this battle is decided, I will assure the girl’s life! I won’t let Gil Berg lay a finger on her!
Image Ikima, this wasn’t part of the plan!
Image Silence, Gil Berg! If you’re a warrior, fight properly! Or are you that weak?
Image Weak? Don’t make me laugh! Do you think a weakling could survive and rise through the ranks in Bunker? I just want to secure victory!
Image Then show me your strength!
Image Fine. You’ll be blinded by my power!
Image It seems some enemies possess the heart of a samurai! How wonderful! I’m moved!
Image Is this our chance?
Image It sounds too good to be true. What do you think, Hiroshi?
Image I don’t know much about Ikima, but based on my experience fighting him, he’s a man who values honorable combat.
Image In that case, we’ll fight as we always do!
Image Appear, Haniwa Genjins!

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Image Jeeg! Break through my troops and reach the Big Fire! If you can do that, I’ll return the girl!
Image All right! Challenge accepted!
Image Captain Gauli, the situation may have changed, but please be prepared for anything.
Image Roger. Now that we know the enemy doesn’t have a unified front, anything can happen.
Image Everyone! Let’s destroy those Haniwa Genjins and save Tsubaki!

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[???]
Image Kids Munt, I’ll be borrowing the Overdevil for a bit.
Image Are you going to misuse the Overdevil again?
(Martina Lane. King Gainer. CV: Toshiko Sawada)
Image Oh, Martina Lane. You seem to be in good spirits, even though the lower half of your body is Overfrozen solid…
Image I can’t keep quiet if an ignorant girl like you is trying to control the Overdevil!
Image Don’t be like that, Martina. Verini saved you when you were trapped in the Crystal of Agate, right?
Image I don’t recall asking for help. I died when I was Overfrozen.
Image Then shall I let you die for real? You’re no longer useful.
Image No longer useful?
Image Yes. I heard from Kids Munt that you possess a strong Oversense. I studied your brainwave patterns and researched this Oversense thing. As a result, I’m now able to fully control the Overdevil.
Image Is that true!?
Image Yes. The Overdevil is now my loyal servant.
Image The Overdevil as a mere servant? Impossible!
Image Actions speak louder than words. I’ll use the Overdevil and eliminate anyone I don’t like. Watch carefully on that monitor. See you soon.
[Verini leaves]
Image If I can control the Overdevil freely, I can make this world mine! The dream of the Siberian Railway will be revived!
Image How naive. The Overdevil is probably just pretending to obey in order to absorb a human with a stronger Oversense.

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Image Everyone, listen up! Rescuing Tsubaki is our top priority! Open a path so Kenji can get near the Big Fire!
Image Roger that! We’ll scatter those Haniwa Genjins!

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The first objective of the map is to get Kenji next to Ikima’s Big Fire. Destroying the Big Fire before this point would turn into a Game Over. Also, Gil Berg is here too. I’m getting kinda sick of fighting him all the time.

This map is a pseudo-indoor map. It’s large enough to act kinda like a normal map, but the rock walls are impassable and units who can’t fly have to take the land bridges over the lava rivers. It’s a perfectly reasonable strategy to ferry around grounded units in a battleship.

Mist’s theme has also changed to Shinin’ Heart by default. It’s a banger, so I don’t mind. Also, since Tsubaki is currently kidnapped, Kenji’s Jeeg doesn’t have access to any of its combination attacks despite Kyo piloting the Big Shooter. She was in charge of shooting the Jeeg Parts, after all.

Anyway, the plot continues at the start of turn 2.

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Image That’s Baruba!
Image That tiger monster is back!
Image Kyo, what should we do!? Are we just going to watch them fight again?
Image (The situation is dire, but…)

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Image GAH!
Image Oh no! That monster doesn’t care about what’s happening!
Image Grrrrr!
Image Get out of the way! I don’t have time to deal with you right now! I have to save Tsubaki!
Image Gao!
[Baruba roars and hits Kenji]
Image I… I’ll protect Tsubaki even if it costs me my life!
Image Grrr…
Image I’ll protect her… I’ll protect her… I’ll protect her NO MATTER WHAAAAAAT!
[The screen flashes green as the Bronze Bell activates]
Image !!

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Image Grrrr…
Image You still wanna fight!?
Image …

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Image Grrr…
Image W-what? He calmed down?
Image It seems he doesn’t view you as an enemy.
[Baruba leaves]
Image Hey! He ran away again!
Image No. Baruba recognized you as an ally. From now on, he’ll come whenever you call him.
Image Really? Oh crap! I need to focus on saving Tsubaki! Let’s go, everyone!

Kenji’s Jeeg now has the “Baruba Jeeg” attack as a new finisher. This one doesn’t require Big Shooter, so he can deal some serious damage in case it’s not available.

Anyway, time for first time battle quotes. These ones only trigger before Kenji gets next to Ikima.

Image We have to break through quickly and save Tsubaki!

Image Did Gil Berg team up with the Great Jama Kingdom?
Image He’s fighting with them, right?
Image Given Gil Berg’s personality, I don’t think he can get along with anyone.
Image Let’s just think about Tsubaki right now, not Gil Berg!
Image All right! Let’s scatter the small fry and charge towards the enemy battleship!

Image Tsubaki! I’m coming, so wait for me! I’ll risk my life to protect you!

Image Captain Gauli, regardless of what Ikima says, there’s no guarantee that Gil Berg will keep his word. Please be prepared to deploy at any time.
Image Roger! I’m always ready for battle!

Image Is Ikima the only one in that Big Fire? Where did Himika go? Regardless, rescuing Tsubaki is the priority right now!

Image We can’t let Himika misuse Tsubaki’s abilities! We have to save her as soon as possible!

And now, against Gil Berg.

Image You tried to use a hostage to torment us, but your plan backfired! You’re just a coward!
Image I’ll fight you fair and square and overpower you! You’re no match for me, even without cowardly tactics!

Image What are you planning by helping Himika!?
Image Heh… I can’t tell you that.
Image Have you given up on your revenge against Mia!?
Image Of course not! Once my plan is finished, I’ll be taking Mia Alice’s life!
Image I don’t know what you’re plotting, but we’ll stop you!

Image You’re a coward for trying to use Tsubaki as a shield! I’ll never forgive you!
Image Heh… My style is to do whatever it takes to win!
Image What kind of style is that!? Don’t act like you’re cool! Taste my anger!

Image I’ll reach the Big Fire no matter what and rescue Tsubaki! Get out of my way, Gil Berg!
Image You fool! Do you really think you can get past me? I won’t let you reach the Big Fire!

Unfortunately, Gil Berg retreats at 50% HP. It’s easy enough to kill him with a little planning, though.

Image Dammit! I was forced into an unnecessary fight because of Ikima. If I’m defeated now, the plan will be ruined. I’ll retreat for now…

The plot continues once Kenji gets next to Ikima.

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Image How about that!? I made it, asshole! Now, give Tsubaki back!
Image Very impressive, Jeeg. As promised, I’ll return the girl.

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[If Gil Berg is still alive, he’ll move to this position]
Image I won’t let you!

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Image Oh no!
Image At the very least, I’ll kill the hostage and enjoy watching the Earthlings suffer! AHAHAHA!
[Gil Berg retreats]
Image Gil Berg, you bastard!
Image Oh no! The section where the hostage is kept is about to explode!
Image Captain Gauli!
Image On it!
[Kyo moves next to Ikima if not already]
[Gauli jumps onto the Big Fire]
Image TOH!
Image W-who are you!?
Image Where’s Tsubaki, the hostage!?
Image S-she’s locked up in the stern, but it’s too late now!
Image Yapanese Ninja Techniques aren’t just for show!
[Gauli ninja’s his way to the stern]
Image Tsubaki, are you here!?
Image C-Captain Gauli?
Image I’ll break down the door! Stand back!
Image Okay!
Image Yapan Ninja Technique! TOH!!
[Explosion sound]
Image I’ve destroyed the door! We should get out of here!
Image Thank you, Captain Gauli!
Image Thank me later! We have to hurry before it explodes!
Image Right!

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Image TSUBAKIIIIII!!
Image It’s all right, Kenji. She’s safe.
Image Captain Gauli!
Image You are a true Yapanese Ninja. That was a splendid performance.
Image Indeed!
Image Tsubaki, can you fight?
Image Of course!
Image Hey, you bearded bastard! As promised, we’re taking Tsubaki back!
Image Go ahead. Now, Jeeg, I challenge you to a battle once more! Try to take down my Big Fire!
Image Now? Your ship is already broken!
Image Only the stern was hit. It’ll take more than that to sink my ship!
Image Great! I’ll take you on, you bearded bastard!
Image My name is Ikima! Remember it!
Image All right! Come, Ikima! Let’s rumble!

Now the objective is to beat up Ikima. Shouldn’t be too hard.

Image Ikima! I’m impressed by your spirit! But fighting is a different matter! I’m going all out!
Image Of course! I won’t allow any holding back! Come at me with all your might!

Image Your actions were honorable, even for an enemy.
Image I have the confidence to win without taking hostages. That’s why I released her!
Image Then we too will face you with all our might! Let’s go!

Image Ikima! You’ve done good for once. I’ve gained a little respect for you!
Image Silence, Hiroshi Shiba! Today, I’ll settle the score with you once and for all!
Image That’s exactly what I want! Come at me!

Image Your honorable actions have resonated with the heart of this Mobile Samurai! I challenge you to a fair one-on-one duel!
Image A brat dares to speak such arrogant words! Very well! I’ll crush you fair and square!

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Image Queen Himika… It seems I, Ikima, have reached the end of my journey. I apologize for not being able to serve you until the very end!
[Ikima explodes]
Image Ikima… You were a magnificent warrior…
Image He was a true warrior, even though he was our enemy.

The plot continues when all enemies have been shot down.

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Image Is that all of them?
Image Himika is nowhere to be seen…
Image I can no longer feel an ominous presence… Tsubaki, do you know something?
Image I was locked up, so I don’t know anything…
Image Did she just leave everything to Ikima and run away by herself!?
Image She was supposed to try to use Tsubaki’s abilities. Since she left her behind and ran away, something must have happened.
Image Something like…?
Image I don’t know.
Image At least Tsubaki is safe, so it’s a victory, right?
[Beeping]
Image A reaction on the sensors! A gate is appearing!
Image What!?

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Image Ah! It’s Verini!
Image The Overdevil too!
Image What the hell?
Image You seem surprised. Yes, we’ve obtained the Overdevil. Now, I’ll Overfreeze all of you! You won’t die and I won’t have to worry about Lord Ru-Cobol’s wrath.
Image Of course they have the Overdevil…
Image Oh come on! I refuse to be frozen solid!
Image I don’t see Gil Berg or the Jama Kingdom anywhere…
Image Sucks for you, we’ve already defeated them!
Image Oh? Well, I don’t really care about them. If they were still alive, I’d just Overfreeze them anyway.
Image Enough nonsense! I’ll defeat you and force you to tell me where Rem is!
(“[...]where the Commander is” on the Sheldia route.)
Image Revrius! I won’t leave you frozen solid! I’ll shatter you to pieces after you’re frozen, so prepare yourself!
[Verini retreats]
Image Wait! Verini!
Image Don’t chase her! The Overdevil is coming!

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The next boss on this stage is the Overdevil. It behaves the exact same as the last time we fought it. It spawns at 100 morale and its Overskill only kicks in once it reaches 130, so try to burst it down before that happens.

No one has any lines with the Overdevil, so we’ll skip that. The plot continues once it’s shot down.

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[Overdevil regains full HP]
Image Oh no! It’s already starting to move again!
Image Do I have to use fire to defeat it like in Lyman!?
Image Overheat… If I can pull it off again…
Image Gainer, you can do it!
Image The Overdevil has been lurking in the darkness of hearts since long before the cataclysm. Only humans who can feel true love and courage in their hearts can use Overheat…
(Early Meeya. King Gainer. CV: Yumiko Nakaishi) (Coming from inside King Gainer)
Image W-what was that!?
Image Gainer, is something wrong!?
Image I don’t know! I heard a woman…
Image You heard her too?
Image Anyway, I’ll give it a try! I may not know what true love and courage is, but… Well, I’ll say it without relying on hallucinations! SARA!! I LOVE YOU!! SARA! I LOVE YOU, SARA!!
Image Same here! I LOVE YOU TOO!!
Image UWOOOOOOOOH!!
Super Robot Wars K - King Gainer Over!

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[The Overdevil roars like a certain King of the Monsters]
Image Gainer, you did it!
Image Yeah! This time, the Overdevil is finished!
Image Not bad, kid…
Image I thought you didn’t like young people.
Image I just hate people who are all talk.
Image Gainer isn’t all talk. I know you know that.
Image I felt it… The spirit of youth!
Image Don’t nitpick everything I say! Of course I know that!

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Image It seems I wasn’t able to beat natural Oversense. I’ll have to start my research over from scratch.
[The Overdevil retreats]
Image Ah! The Overdevil escaped again!
Image Since you’ve incapacitated the Overdevil, it seems I’ll have to deal with you directly.

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Image If I kill you, Lord Ru-Cobol will be angry… So I’ll just half-kill you. Now, come at me!
Image I won’t let you escape this time! Time to settle this!
Image (I don’t think Gil Berg is going to back down so easily today. Is he watching this battle from somewhere?)
Image If we’re dealing with an Edax executive, we don’t know where reinforcements will come from. Everyone, prepare for a long battle!
Image Don’t hesitate to ask for emergency repairs or supplies if you need them!

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The next boss is Verini and her Victoria. Not really much to say, but be wary of her MAP attack.

Also, King Gainer now has the Overheat attack! I think it’ll only appear in his attack list if Gainer’s Oversense is at level 6 (character level 28), but I can’t confirm.

Image Verini! I’ll defeat you and find out where Gazum is!
Image Revrius! I’ll tear you apart myself!! I won’t regret it, even if it incurs Lord Ru-Cobol’s wrath!

(Angelica route only)
Image Tell me where Rem is! Where is she!
Image It’s you again, you persistent brat. Even if I don’t know where Gazum is, they’ll appear before you eventually. Just wait for that!
Image I can’t wait! Tell me now!

(Sheldia route only)
Image Tell me! Where’s my father!?
Image It’s you again, you persistent brat. Even if I don’t know where Gazum is, they’ll appear before you eventually. Just wait for that!
Image I can’t wait that long! Tell me!

Image You hysterical woman! If you’ve been shot down once, just stay down!
Image Aren’t you the hysterical one? You should be more ladylike!
Image Mind your own damn business!

The plot continues when Verini is shot down. I sound like a broken record.

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Image Dammit… To think I’d be cornered like this… I have no choice but to retreat…

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Image Gil Berg! You’re here!
Image Verini… How pathetic.
Image W-what!?
Image You will meet your end here.
Image Huh!?

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Image Kyaaa!
Image Hehehe… AHAHAHAHAHAHA!
Image G-Gil Berg! You betrayed me!
Image After Dangaioh destroyed the Bunker space pirates, I was gathering their remnants… Just when I was about to establish a new Bunker, Edax appeared. You defeated us in battle and were scattered once again. I reluctantly obeyed your orders to survive, but I was never loyal to you from the start!
Image B-bastard!
Image I was aiming to take over Edax someday. You and Ispail were in my way.
Image Then Ispail was…
Image I didn’t directly kill him, but I arranged for him to meet his death by the Earthlings. The same has now happened to you. Oh, right. I’ll tell you one last thing before you die. Remember that accident at the energy storage facility? That was all me. I discovered something in the gate generator and used it to sabotage you.
Image Damn you…
Image Okay, that’s enough talk. I’ll leave you to your fate. Farewell, Verini. AHAHAHAHA!
[Gil Berg retreats]
Image W-what happened!?
Image Did they have a falling out?
Super Robot Wars K - Shinin’ Heart
Image I don’t care! This is our chance to finish her off! Let’s go!
Image Yes!
Image Right!
[The screen flashes green]
Image THIS IS THE END, VERINIIIIIII!

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Image How could… I lose…
Image Hey, Verini! Where’s Rem, or rather, Gazum!?
(“the Commander”)
Image Oh, Gazum will see you soon… Along with Lord Ru-Cobol…
Image Lord Ru-Cobol? Who’s that?
Image …Even if I lose my physical form here, Lord Ru-Cobol will absorb my “fragment”... That way, I’ll become one with him… But… I wanted you to call my name one last time… Lord Ru-Cobol…
[Verini explodes]
Image Ru-Cobol… Is that the guy who defeated me and the Commander?
Image I wonder…
Image Maybe.
Image That bastard Gil Berg betrayed Edax?
Image What’s he thinking?
Image Seriously, I can’t tell anymore.
Image At least it doesn’t seem like he’s focused on Mia…

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Image It’s true, I’m not acting solely for the sake of revenge against Mia Alice right now, but let me be clear. I haven’t forgotten my hatred for her for a single moment!
Image Gil Berg!!
Image What’s more important to me right now is taking over Edax and turning them into the new Bunker. Therefore, I don’t have time to deal with the likes of you!
Image The likes of us!? You’re underestimating us!
Image You’ve been exhausted from the constant battles against the Great Jama Kingdom, the Overdevil and Verini. Defeating you will be a cinch. This is my best chance to crush you!
Image I knew you were a bastard the moment you were using a hostage!
Image A bastard? I prefer you call me cunning.
Image Okay, that’s it! Even if we’re tired, we won’t lose to a coward like you!
Image How long will your bravado last? Let’s finally settle this, Dangaioh!
Image This is it! Bring it on!

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The final boss of this stage is Gil Berg himself. Honestly, I’m getting tired of fighting him specifically. Let’s end him once and for all.

No more words with him. The map ends once Gil Berg is put down.

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Image Tch! To think they’ve gained this much power while I was busy plotting… I’ll need to retreat for now…
Image Are you running away!? You’re the one who wants to settle this!
Image I’m not the kind of person to care about semantics when my life is on the line!
Image Oh no you don’t! Let’s hit him with the ultimate attack we’ve been saving for this moment!
Image Your fate ends here, Gil Berg!
Image Nonsense! What kind of ultimate attack could you possibly have!? I’ll just start up a gate…
Image You’re not getting away! This is the final attack! HERE WE COME, GIL BERG!!
Chumei Watanabe - Psychic Wave, and then…

If you need something more climactic…
Mitsuko Horie & Ichiro Mizuki - CROSS FIGHT!

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Image I-impossible… I can’t believe you were…this strong….
Image Your time is up, Gil Berg.
Image Hmph… Do you think you’ve won?
Image What!?
Image Even if I’m dead, there are still countless Bunker remnants throughout space… Someone just like me will one day revive the Bunker space pirates! Bunker’s resentment will never perish! Your battle will never end! Hahahahaha…
[Gil Berg explodes]
Image Gil Berg… He’s finally dead…
Image That bastard was a sore loser until the very end!
Image He said there are still Bunker remnants out there…
Image Then we’ll have to take them down to the last man! We’ll chase them to the ends of the universe!

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image All the enemies have been defeated…
Image It was like a conga line of assholes.
Image Even the Overdevil showed up.
Image Everyone, I’m sorry! I caused you all so much trouble…
Image It’s not your fault. The Great Jama Kingdom is to blame for kidnapping you.
Image If I were kidnapped, you would come to my rescue, right?
Image Of course!
Image We all feel the same way. We’re friends who always help and support each other. There’s no need to apologize.
Image Thank you so much, everyone…
Image I’m just glad you’re safe.
Image Seriously, same here.
Image Even though we won, there are still some unanswered questions.
Image Where did Himika go? What about her obsession with the Bronze Bells?
Image And who is this Ru-Cobol guy that Verini was talking about?
Image We still don’t know anything about Rem either…
Image We still don’t know anything about Dad either…
Image And above all, we don’t know what Edax’s objective is.
Image That’s true. We defeated two of their executives, but we haven’t gotten any clues about their identities or intentions.
Image It’s because I lost my temper. I’m sorry.
Image Don’t worry about it. She said Gazum would come after us soon.
Image The Great Jama Kingdom, the Mimetic Beasts, the Festum… While we’re fighting them, Gazum will come. I think it’s fine to figure that out then.
Image I’m truly sorry…
Image There are so many things I don’t know, I’m starting to get confused.
Image There’s no point in sticking around here. Let’s go back to Build Base for now.
Image We should regroup and reorganize what we know.
Image If that’s decided, let’s get out of here already!
Image (I’m glad Verini is dead, but the questions keep piling up. Is Ru-Cobol the pilot of that biological mech that defeated the Commander? If so, can we really defeat someone like that? Even with our current strength… Dammit, I’m overthinking in circles again. I have to find out the truth from Rem, no, from Gazum as soon as possible.)
(“the Commander” in the other route)

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[???]
Image Dammit! To think even Verini was defeated! If only I could move properly, then this wouldn’t have happened!
Image Lord Gazum, I received this from Lady Verini before she left.
Image A memory chip?
Image She instructed me to give this to you in case something happened. I believe it contains data regarding the clawed man’s “Time of Happiness Plan”. She said this system should be useful to Lord Ru-Cobol.
Image Hmm…
Image The plan is over 90% complete, with only the finishing touches remaining. She was looking forward to receiving praise from Lord Ru-Cobol.
Image I see… Verini, you must have been so frustrated and full of regret… I will make sure that your “fragment” is collected and absorbed directly by Lord Ru-Cobol!
Image Lord Gazum, is it possible to bring Lady Verini back? We have her “fragment”, right?
Image The possibility isn’t zero, but it might as well be. Her “fragments” have already been scattered throughout space. If we destroy Earth with the Planet Crisis, we might be able to reconstruct her, but Ispail’s “fragments” are already scattered too. That’s not to mention the Earthlings’ negative energy… If she is reconstructed, there’s no doubt her personality and memories will not be the same.
Image B-but if we do it now, we can separate only Verini’s “fragments”.
Image Are you suggesting we should waste Ispail’s hard work just to revive Verini? Do you think she would be happy if we did something that would be detrimental to Lord Ru-Cobol?
Image No…
Image If I collect and absorb her “fragments”, I might be able to preserve her personality, but I’m still not used to this vessel, so I’m not able to. In any case, reviving her would be extremely difficult and not worth it.
Image Lady Verini…
Image Don’t be so discouraged. After I absorb all of Earth’s negative energy and destroy the planet, I will take responsibility for her “fragment”.
Image Please do, Lord Gazum!
Image Yes. Leave it to me.
Image (Verini, this is a temporary farewell until the day we are one with Lord Ru-Cobol…)
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This is the final route split intermission in the game.

Last time, the gang saved Tsubaki from the Great Jama Kingdom and killed both Verini and Gil Berg. They decided to return to Build Base to figure out what to do next.

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[New Build Base, Command Center]
Image Dr. Shiba! We’ve rescued Tsubaki!
Image Oh, Representative Athha! Perfect timing. Tatsumiya Island just rang.
Image Tatsumiya Island?
[A screen turns on]
Image It’s been a while, Representative Athha.
(Phone)
Image It certainly has, Commander Makabe.
Image Dad!
Image Kazuki… Is Soushi there too?
Image Yes. Everyone is doing well.
Image Fumihiko, is it finally happening?
Image Finally happening? What are you talking about?
Image …The Earth Alliance has finally decided to launch a full-scale attack against the Festum.
Image What!?
Image They’re going to throw every remaining unit they have at the Mir in the Arctic to annihilate it.
Image I wish it wouldn’t have come to this, but it’s unavoidable for the growth of the Arctic Mir.
Image The growth of the Mir?
Image Currently, a division is starting to emerge within the Festum. Some of them aren’t trying to assimilate humans, but instead trying to coexist with us.
Image What!? Festum and humans coexisting!?
Image Impossible! That’s utter nonsense!
Image That’s right! How could we coexist with the guys who did that to Kouyou!?
Image Shouko died because of the Festum…
Image It has to be a lie that they’re considering coexistence! It has to be!
Image I understand everyone’s anger and sadness, but is it really the right path to keep fighting until one side is completely destroyed?
Image Tsubaki…
Image Are you saying that we can stop fighting the Festum like how Naturals and Coordinators did?
Image That’s right, Dearka. The Festum aren’t fighting out of instinct or hatred.
Image They certainly seem to have intelligence…
Image I’ll explain the full story after you return to the island. We’re running out of time.
Image Return to the island? Why do we have to go back there?
Image Think of it as a pit stop before heading to the Arctic.
Image Are you saying we’ll be helping the Alliance?
Image We will participate in the battle, but not on the Alliance’s side.
Image Can you stop being so confusing?
Image It’s exactly as I said. You will be acting on a different objective than the Alliance.
Image I don’t understand…
Image The Alliance are heading to the Arctic to annihilate the Festum. We are going to the Arctic to help the Festum that desires coexistence with humanity.
Image !!
Image If possible, I would like the cooperation of the Daiku-Maryu and Archangel.
Image Is coexistence even possible?
Image It’s hard to believe. I mean, it would be the best possible outcome, but…
Image But judging from combat records…
Image They’re silicon-based life forms. We can’t even communicate properly. How are we supposed to get along?
Image Come to Tatsumiya Island and I will show you the possibility of coexistence. It’s something so top-secret that I can’t tell you over the phone.
Image Understood. I’ll send the Fafner team to Tatsumiya so you can show us this possibility. Captain Ramius, Captain Lulu, can you go with them?
Image Okay.
Image I have no objections.
Image Then, Commander Makabe, we will head towards Tatsumiya Island. Please tell us your current location.
Image Understood. I’ll be waiting.
[Makabe hangs up]
Image Coexistence with the Festum? That’s impossible!
Image I can’t believe it either, but I don’t want to think Dad would be lying to us…
Image It will become clear when we return to the island. Speculation is pointless.
Image It might be pointless, but it’s all I can think about!
[Alarm]
Image What’s wrong!? Another enemy attack!?
Image We’re receiving strong radio interference!
Image On screen!
[The screen turns on again]
Image I am Proist, the next Emperor of Darius. Listen carefully, foolish Earthlings.
(Phone)
Image It’s Proist!
Image We have repeatedly issued demands of surrender to you surface dwellers. However, you foolishly refuse to listen and continue to defy the Darius Army.
Image Who would listen to anything you say? Of course we’ll resist!
Image But when did we get the firepower to fight back against them?
Image Orb has been cooperating with various research institutes, more so than ever before. While the number of troops hasn’t increased much, they have become a bulwark for all of Earth and humanity!
Image I see… I guess I should thank Yuna a little…
Image Yuna Roma Seiran…is actually doing good?
Image You’ve softened up a little, right? It’s the same thing.
Image Koji…
Image I tried approaching you with compassion, hoping that I could spare as many of you as possible…
Image Compassion? After all they’ve done to the Earth? They have some nerve!
Image Even I have reached my limit.
Image Earthlings! I’ll kill each and every single one of you! I’ll rule the Earth over your corpses, so be prepared!
Image And off comes the mask…
Image Behold!
Image W-what’s that monstrous-looking mech!?
Image This is the Super Demon Dragon Dvorak. It’s a superweapon created by using the pinnacle of Dariusian technologies.
(TL Note: Named after the composer Antonín Dvořák, whose famous “New World Symphony” is what Proist uses as their theme (the fourth movement specifically).)
Image Dvorak…
Image I will use this Dvorak to wipe out all life on Earth. It will be easy with its power. People of Earth, this is your final warning.
Image If you don’t want to die, kneel before me! Surrender completely! I’ll give you 24 hours! Choose between life and death! AHAHAHA!
[The transmission ends]
Image What nonsense! All of humanity should surrender!? Abso-freaking-lutely not!!
Image Besides, we’ll die even if we do surrender.
Image Representative Athha, let’s strike first! Let’s attack Darius and take them down before Dvorak can come to the surface!
Image I’m with Daiya. We can’t let something like that exist!
Image What about Tatsumiya Island? The Darius Army is a threat, sure, but we can’t ignore the Festum either.
Image How about we split up? Just like when we fought Digald and The Claw at the same time.
Image Good idea. Both situations are urgent, so let’s split the team in two!
Image …That’s probably the best option.
Image Yeah…
Image Okay. Let’s split into two and--
[Beeping]
Image What is it now!?
Image Commander! Incoming SOS from Dr. Aoi at Dannar Base!
Image An SOS? On screen!
[The screen turns on again]
Image Representative Athha!
Image Dr. Aoi, what’s wrong?
Image Send our pilots, even if it’s just Goh and Shizuru, back to Dannar Base immediately!
Image What’s wrong, Doctor?
Image We’re currently under attack from a massive Mimetic Beast horde!
Image What!?
Image At this rate, Dannar Base will be destroyed! We need hel--
[Disconnected]
Image Mom! Gocchin, let’s get to Dannar Base right now! Mom and Shinobu are in danger!
Image Goh, what’s your call?
Image Dr. Aoi probably doesn’t know about the Festum or Proist… I really want to go, but it’s not my decision!
Image Dammit! Can’t we just go by ourselves!?
Image The Festum, Darius, and Mimetic Beasts… To be attacked by all three at once…
Image This isn’t the time to think! We’ll have to split the team into three and deal with them at the same time!
Image Representative Athha, the Daiku-Maryu will head to Darius.
Image We’ll be going to Dannar Base!
Image Then the Archangel will take the Fafner Team to Tatsumiya. Depending on the situation, we will then participate in the Arctic operation.
Image Got it. Let’s do that.
Image Sayaka and I are going to Dannar Base. As fellow Japanese, we can’t just stand by!
Image Hey, Kabuto! Don’t forget about us!
Image My friends! I will also help defend Dannar Base!
Image I’m going too. You’re short-handed, right? With me there, it’ll be like having a hundred million people!
Image My Borot is worth at least three…
Image Both of you are within the margin of error in terms of combat power.
Image You finally speak and that’s all you have to say!?
Image (One should always face reality.)
Image Should we send Van to the Archangel?
Image We’ll need his defenses. Fafners are strong, but we need more defensive power.
Image Am I being treated as a shield!? Dann is more of a sword!
Image If Van is going, we’re going with him.
Image Of course I’m going too! I’ve only heard you talk about the Festum, but I think I can help!
Image We’ll join the Archangel.
Image Understood. Then Ra Kan’s group, Kenji’s group, and Gain’s group will head to Darius on the Daiku-Maryu.
Image Just leave it to us!
Image Roger.
Image Understood.
Image Representative Athha, what about the three of us?

How should Cagalli respond?

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>Go with the Archangel to Tatsumiya Island.
>Go to Darius with the Daiku-Maryu
>Protect Dannar Base

Welcome to the final route split of the game and it’s a three-way!

Going to Tatsumiya are the casts of Gundam SEED Destiny, Stargazer, Fafner, Dangaioh, and Gun X Sword.
Going to Darius are the casts of Gaiking, Zoids, Jeeg, and King Gainer.
Protecting Dannar Base are the casts of Godannar, Mazinger Z, and Virtual-ON.

SECRET ALRT
Gundam Seed Characters #5
Go to Tatsumiya Island.

Fafner Characters #8
Go to Tatsumiya Island.

Blade Gainer #3
Protect Dannar Base.

Chances are, you’ll be heading to Tatsumiya unless you really want Blade Gainer or you really love Gaiking LODM plot. And that’s another point as well, each of these routes holds the plot finales for their respective series (Fafner, Gaiking, and Godannar respectively).

How this will work for the LP is that both my main files will head through Tatsumiya, but a clone of the Gundam file will head to Darius (since Felme is alive there and she has some dialogue), and a clone of the Fafner file will head to Dannar Base to show off Blade Gainer. These clones won’t make it into the endgame, however.

If you choose to go to Tatsumiya Island…

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Image The three of you will go to Tatsumiya Island with the Archangel! The power of the Solvrius Rex might be useful in the upcoming brawl.
Image Understood!
Image Mist and Sheldia, you’ve both been working with unconventional fighting styles, but that won’t work against the Festum and their telepathic abilities. Don’t fight how you normally do!
Image Damn it. I wish our mechs had the Siegfried System installed.
Image Certainly, Mist has a habit of getting lost in his own thoughts. Maybe you need someone to make sure you stay on track!
Image That’s not true… It’s frustrating that I can’t offer a rebuttal…
Image At least you’re aware of it.
Image This isn’t the time for idle chatter. Let’s get to Tatsumiya Island immediately.
Image He’s right. The Archangel will leave as soon as possible!
Image The Festum are fearsome foes. Be extremely careful.

If you choose to go to Darius…

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Image The three of you will go to Darius with the Daiku-Maryu. That Dvorak seems to have considerable firepower, but we don’t know what it’s capable of. With the Solvrius Rex, we can adapt our strategy as soon as we figure out what it can do.
Image Understood!
Image Dvorak, huh… It looks pretty strong.
Image Yeah. This might be our toughest fight yet.
Image What? We squashed Digald’s Bio Tyranno! There’s no way we can lose this time either! Hahaha!
Image You sure are optimistic. It’s actually encouraging.
Image I need to learn from Garaga’s attitude.
Image Dvorak’s power is unknown, but we can win against any enemy depending on how we fight. Let’s face them boldly, but cautiously.
Image The Daiku-Maryu will not head to Darius! Everyone, please get ready to leave!
Image Understood. Let’s go, everyone!

If you choose to defend Dannar Base…

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Image You three will help defend Dannar Base! Mist, you technically work there, right?
Image I do! Understood!
Image Speaking of which, you’re an intern, right?
Image I completely forgot about that.
Image That’s mean. Am I being forgotten?
Image Not at all. You’ve become a full-fledged member, so we forgot about your job title.
Image When we first met, you were clumsy and always making mistakes.
Image But now you’re a splendid fighter. You’ve grown a lot!
Image Thank you!
Image Hey! Let’s hurry! Mom is in danger!
Image You’re right!
Image Let’s hurry! We’re running out of time!
Image Let’s all work together to save Dannar Base!
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We’re tackling the Daiku-Maryu route first! This route will be on the Angelica save file (and I don’t want to play it twice), so I won’t be covering any Sheldia differences with one exception much later. Also, this route has Felme alive. If you didn’t save her, just ignore her lines.

Squad time! We’ve got 19+2 slots. The teams are Daiya/Sheldia, Lee, Mist/Angelica, Hiroshi/Miwa, Gain/Ti Ze, A Kan, Ruuji, Felme, Yagyuu, Souta, Gainer, Kenji/Kyo, Cynthia, Seijuurou, Zairin/Ron, Rei Mii, Yassaba, Ra Kan/Adette, Garaga, Asuham, and Kotona. Mandatory deployments are Daiya and Lee.

Last time, the team split into three to tackle three very important objectives. Mist, Angelica, and Sheldia board the Daiku-Maryu in order to stop Proist and the Darius Army once and for all.

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[Arkholand, Emperor’s Room]
Image Your Majesty Darius, I heard that the Gate of Zela was opened, so I came to see you.
(Doctor Two. Gaiking. CV: Tōru Ōkawa)
Image Yes… Our ancestors long ago sought a new place to migrate to in the vast universe in preparation for the collapse of this unstable world. The Gate of Zela is a system that wanders the universe, searching for an environment suitable for migration. To think that it would open now…
Image So you’ve found a place to migrate to?
Image Yes. Doctor Two, please resume Project Ark.
Image Really? Thank you, Your Majesty!
Image Don’t get me wrong. This is not a change of plans. Because I love my scion, Proist, Operation FD, the migration plan to the surface, will continue as planned. The Ark will be built just in case.
Image That’s fine. Thank you.
Image However, don’t tell Proist about this just yet. We must keep the Ark a secret.
Image As you wish. I must get started.
[Doctor Two leaves]
Image My dearest Proist… No matter what happens, I will prepare a new world where you will rule.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image We’ll be at the Darius capital soon, Captain.
Image Understood. All pilots, prepare for combat and stand by!
Image Why didn’t we just teleport directly to the capital?
Image There are ordinary people living there. If possible, I want to fight the enemy somewhere away from civilians.
Image But didn’t you teleport directly to Lyman?
Image At that time, we didn’t know what the Overdevil was doing, so we had no choice but to blindly teleport into the city.
Image When we attacked Dig, we teleported there, but the circumstances between then and now are different.
Image I get it. So this time, we’ll be acting as we normally do.
Image Of course we will.
Image …
Image You don’t like the way we fight?
Image Not really… However, everyone is serious about their own sense of justice. I’m actually surprised.
Image Felme, you weren’t always twisted like this, were you? Didn’t you ever feel the same as the young people in this unit?
Image I’ve long since forgotten. It must have been a long time ago. But I don’t really care one way or the other.
Image Felme…
[Beeping]
Image Captain, the enemy is approaching! It’s the Daichi-Maryu and the Tenku-Maryu!
Image So they’re coming out after us, eh?
Image The Darius Army love fighting. They’ll chase us as soon as they spot the Daiku-Maryu.
Image But our goal is to destroy that Dvorak monster, right? What should we do about this?
Image We fight. Proist would never leave us alone anyway.
Image That’s right. Proist will probably want to defeat us personally.
Image Okay! Let’s plow through the two Maryus and lure out the Dvorak!
Image Not so fast!
Image Huh?
Image The Daichi-Maryu and Tenku-Maryu are ships that Captain Garis and I built to counter the Darius Army. I’d prefer it if we regain control of them if possible.
Image How do you plan to do that?
Image We’ll infiltrate the ships and take control of the bridge.
Image You’re suggesting we fight hand to hand?
Image Yes, though I know it won’t be easy.
Image In that case, just leave it to me, a member of the Makiri Tribe.
Image Rinna!
Image I can’t fight with a Zoid like my sister, so I have to be as useful as I can be.
Image What’s the Makiri Tribe?
Image I can’t get into the details, but essentially we work to protect the secrets of the ancient civilization that lies dormant under Iron Rock.
Image What secrets?
Image If you pry any further, I’d have to kill you.
Image Whaaaat!?
Image Murdering an ally isn’t very wise.
Image But that’s the bloody fate of the Makiri Tribe. Rinna and I were trained in assassination techniques since we were children.
Image It’ll be a cinch to sneak onto the enemy’s ship and take it over.
Image Got it. You’ll lead the assault team. Once we stop either of the Maryus from moving, I’ll send you the signal to enter the ship.
Image I just have to defeat the enemy and take over the bridge, right?
Image Yes. I’ll restore its systems. Once I regain control, we’ll launch an attack on the remaining Maryu.
Image Wait a minute. Are you going to board the enemy ship too?
Image I have to. I’m the only one who can wrest control of the Maryu’s systems from the enemy.
Image In that case, I’ll go with you. I can’t leave you alone.
Image Shizuka…
Image Same here! I helped create the Maryus too. I’ll make sure they’re in tip-top shape once we recapture them!
Image Okay. We’ll go together.
Image The Darius Army is getting closer!
Image All personnel, launch immediately!
Image Okay! Two Maryus, coming right up!

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Daiku-Maryu Route Chapter 30: Final Battle! The Three Maryus!!

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Start by deploying the troops!

Image Vulking and Raiking are deployed too!
Image Daiku-Maryu! This place will be your grave!
Image Impossible! How can Suspage pilot Vulking!? He shouldn’t have the power of the red Flame!
Image Lord Proist bestowed upon me a special suit that converts black Flame into red! With the might of Vulking, Raiking, and the two Maryus, it’ll be a piece of cake to kill all of you!
Image It won’t be as easy as you think!
Image I’ll make you eat those words!
Image I can’t afford another loss!
Image (I have to do something great and take back my position in the Four Heavenly Kings from those upstarts!)
Image Nouza! Vestaanu! Are you ready?
Image …This is Nouza. We’ll now sink the Daiku-Maryu.
Image (I guess this is fate, Lord Nouza…)
Image Preparations are complete. The Daichi-Maryu is ready for battle.
Image (They’re both fools. This is what happens to someone who defies Proist.)
Image Nouza! You’re piloting Raiking!?
Image …
Image Vestaanu! Why are you in the Daichi-Maryu!?
Image …
Image Nouza! Vestaanu! Begin the battle!
Image …Roger.
Image What happened to you, Nouza!?
Image (Vestaanu…)
Image I don’t know why, but it seems that Suspage is the leader of this group. Focus on attacking Suspage’s Vulking. That’ll throw the enemy off balance!
Image Roger! We’ll disable Vulking!

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The bosses for this part of the map are Vulking, piloted by Suspage, Raiking, piloted by Nouza, Daichi-Maryu, piloted by Vestaanu, and Tenku-Maryu, piloted by Kain. They’re not as good pilots as Proist was, but they’re still quite bulky. Raiking even gets a bunshin when it hits 130 morale, so watch out for that.

Anyway, the first objective is to defeat Suspage. Destroying any of the other bosses is an immediate Game Over. Vulking is specialized in mid-range bombardment, so try to avoid its attacks.

Here are the first battle dialogues.

Image Even though they’re prototypes, they’re machines with power equivalent to the Daiku-Maryu and Gaiking. We need to get them on our side as soon as possible, or we’ll be in serious trouble!

Image I’ve returned to Darius after this long, but it seems they still only know how to use brute force and sheer numbers!

Image We can’t let the two Maryus remain under their evil control! We’re taking them back!

Image The two Maryus that my dad created to achieve peace… I won’t let you do whatever you want with them any longer!

Image I’m not the same person I was back then! I’ll save Darius with everyone!

Here is where I’d put dialogues when fighting Suspage, but no one has anything to say to him.

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Image Impossible! I was defeated by these ingrates? I… I thought I was number one!
Image Suspage! This is the end! UUUOOOOOHHH!
Image GAIKING! SHATTER!

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Image I… I will be… The King of… Darius…

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Image All right! Nouza! Are you okay!? Nouza!
Image …
Image He’s still acting weird!
Image Seems like my prediction was wrong… Well, we have no choice but to go back to the original plan.
Image Target the Daichi-Maryu. After stopping it from moving, Rinna and the assault team will infiltrate the ship. Assault team, stand by!
Image Roger!
Image Our next target is the Daichi-Maryu!
Image Don’t destroy it! We want it in one piece!
Image I know that! Okay! Let’s go wild!!
Image I don’t think you do…

Now the current objective is to lower the Daichi-Maryu’s HP below 10%. Destroying it is a Game Over, so watch your damage output.

Image Daichi-Maryu! I’ll get you back soon! Just you wait!
Image …I will defeat Gaiking for Lord Proist! Prepare yourself!

Image Vestaanu! What happened to you!? How could someone as proud as you be obeying someone like Proist!?
Image My life belongs to Lord Proist… I will give my life to defeat the humans…
Image Dammit! She’s completely under their control! How can we bring her back to her senses!?

And reduce it to under 10% I do.

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Image Damn you, humans…
Image Serious damage to the hull! Our power circuit is malfunctioning!
Image Fix it immediately! Hurry!
Image This is our chance, Captain! To the Daichi-Maryu!
Image Yes! Rongo!
Image A-aye aye! Charge… Guh!
Image Rongo!?
Image What’s wrong!?
Image He’s injured!
Image What!?
Image Naoto, what’s with that outfit!?
Image We’ll talk about that later!
Image So the jacket Rongo was wearing…
Image It was to hide an injury!
Image Boy, I told you not to tell them. Besides, I haven’t taught you everything yet!
Image That doesn’t matter! We must make it to the Daichi-Maryu! Rongo, I’ll take the helm! Just tell me what to do! I’ll follow your instructions!
Image Naoto… So that’s why you were talking to Rongo about operating the ship…
Image Rongo, is that true!?
Image Aye… After I got injured in the battle at Dig, I saw his Glitter shine. The Flame in his heart is undeniable. He can even move the Daiku-Maryu’s rudder.
Image Sorry to interrupt this melodrama, but please hurry up!
Image Sorry… I’ve reached my limit. Captain, leave it to this kid!
Image Okay. Looking forward to working with you, Naoto!
Image Ma’am!
Image Hard to starboard! Turn right!
Image Aye aye, sir! Daiku-Maryu, CHARGE!

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Image Rinna! Professor Sakon! Even though we’re behind schedule, please enter the Daichi-Maryu!
Image Roger! Let’s go, guys!
Image Professor, stay close to me!
Image Got it.
Image (Vestaanu…)
Image Lulu, sorry for being selfish, but I’m also entering the Daichi-Maryu!
Image Huh?
Image I want to help the woman manning it. I beg you, Lulu!
Image (I never thought Lee would beg…)
Image Very well. Permission granted.
Image Thank you! I owe you one!

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Image I’m coming, Vestaanu!

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[Daichi-Maryu, Hallway]
Image Ha! Tah!
[Punching]
Image Gah!
Image Guh!
[The droids collapse]
Image You’re amazing, Rinna…
Image I can’t lose to her. AHHHHH!
[Punching]
Image Ugah!
[The droid collapses]
Image How about that, Professor?
Image You’re just as strong as Rinna… Ahaha…
Image The bridge is up ahead! Hurry!

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[Daichi-Maryu, Bridge]
[Door opens to gunfire]
Image Whoa! Ha! Taah!
[Punching]
Image Now that all the weaklings are dealt with…
Image It seems that soldier is the only one left.
Image She’s quite the beauty, eh?
Image Owowowow! Stop stepping on my feet, Shizuka!
Image If we can defeat her, the ship is ours.
Image I must fight… For my beloved master, Lord Proist!
[Rinna and Vestaanu start fighting]
Image Professor, watch out!
Image Woah!
Image You’re a good shot… But you’re no match for me. Prepare yourself!
[Door opens]
Image WAIT!
Image Lee!? Why are you here?
Image Sorry, but leave this to me! I have my own issues with this woman.
Image Butt out! We’re on a mission, you know! Personal feelings--
Image No, just leave this to Lee. Even though he doesn’t look like it, he’s a master martial artist. I think he knows what he needs to do. Besides, there’s a good reason why he would leave the battle and come all the way here.
Image …Fine. I’ll leave it to you. But if you lose…
Image I know. You can do as you like. Now come, Vestaanu!
Image Die, foolish Earthlings!
[Lee and Vestaanu start fighting]
Image Uwaaaah!
[Lee falls]
Image LEE!
Image I’m fine. Don’t touch her!
Image Lee, you…
Image I don’t know exactly how, but she’s possessed by a demonic black Flame. If that’s the case, then I know what I must do, though it has its risks.
Image What!? Why are you standing defenseless in front of the enemy!?
Image Do you want to die!?
Image Come at me! I’m right in front of you! Jump straight into my arms like a lover!
Image You stupid man! DIE!
[Vestaanu charges at Lee]
Image Kenpo! Shinryuken Gokui! Rekka Hakensho!
[Lee attacks Vestaanu with a fire attack]
Image Uwaaaaah!
[Vestaanu collapses]
Image Are you okay!?
Image Where am I… It’s you, Lee Xenshin!
Image Thank goodness. It seems you’ve come to your senses.
Image What was I… I remember. I disobeyed Proist’s orders and was arrested by the military. And then…
Image I guess you were hypnotized by their black Flame or something. I assume you were ordered to attack us in that state.
Image Proist did that? And then you saved me?
Image Sorry to interrupt this tender moment, but we need to regain control of the Daichi-Maryu pronto! Move it!
Image Oh, right! I have to get back to the battle! We’ll talk later, Vestaanu!
Image There’s a battle?
Image We need to get the Tenku-Maryu back. See ya!
[Lee leaves]
Image System recovery is complete. Daimon, ignite the engines!
Image Great! Engines, start!

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Image Captain, the Daichi-Maryu is ours once again!
Image Good work, Professor!
Image We can fight if you want. What’re your orders?
Image Vice-Captain Rosa…
Image Wait! Let me command the Daichi-Maryu. You’re fighting to defeat Proist, right? In that case, I have a bone to pick with them. Let’s fight together!
Image But you’re a Darius soldier, right? Will you really fight on our side?
Image Garaga, you don’t trust me?
Image Yassaba, Kejinan’s trio, and I were originally part of the Siberian Railway, remember?
Image I’m the woman who betrayed Sora and then betrayed Digald.
Image I-I’m not saying I don’t trust you or anything, but come on…
Image Lulu, I’ll vouch for her. Vestaanu is trustworthy. Until just now, she was under the control of Proist’s black Flame, so she was forced to fight us. Now that she’s back to normal, let her fight on our side!
Image Okay. I trust you, Lee. Vestaanu, I’d like to ask you to command the Daichi-Maryu!
Image Thank you, Captain of the Daiku-Maryu! I’ll thank you in person later.
Image All that’s left is to recapture the Tenku-Maryu!
Image Please stop the Tenku-Maryu from moving just like you did with the Daichi-Maryu. Then we’ll move in!
Image But Nouza is piloting Raiking. I don’t think we’ll be able to stop him as easily as Suspage. Plus, he’s been acting strange.
Image Nouza was also dismissed from his post and arrested by the army because he disobeyed Proist. He’s probably just like I was.
Image So he’s also being hypnotized by the black Flame, eh?
Image Yeah…
Image We know how to bring him back to his senses. Daiya, listen carefully! Use the Rekka Hakensho and blow away the black Flame!
Image Rekka Hakensho… Got it. I’ll give it a try!
Image I don’t think Nouza will just stand there and get hit, you know?
Image Then let’s knock him on the head a few times and then slam him down!
Image Got it! Let’s go, Nouza!
Image Focus your attacks on Raiking, but don’t shoot it down!
Image Roger! Let’s go already!
[Beeping]
Image Wait! Radar activity! New enemies are approaching!

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Image Suspage was killed and Vestaanu betrayed me.
(Phone)
Image Every single one of you is useless! I’ve sent you reinforcements, so don’t screw up, Nouza!
Image Yes… Even if it means sacrificing my life…
Image Nouza… I’ll bring you back to your senses! Let’s go, everyone!

New ship!

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[Daichi-Maryu]
Much like the Eternal, the Daichi-Maryu is a battleship you have to use a deployment slot on, but there are almost no benefits to doing so. Vestaano doesn’t have the Commander skill, nor does the Daichi-Maryu have any repair/resupply modules. It does have a combo attack with Vulking (when we get it), but that’s not really worth using an entire deployment slot for. Also, it turns out the earth battleship can fly, but only with a B rank, so if you do use it, make sure to land it.

Now the current objective is to bring Raiking below 10% HP. Be careful of its bunshin and long-ranged attacks.

Image Nouza! Why is the man Daiya acknowledges as his rival acting as a minion for someone like Proist!?
Image For the sake of the great Emperor Proist, I will defeat you!
Image Dammit! There’s no reasoning with him!

Image Nouza! Is that really you piloting Raiking!?
Image Gaiking… For the sake of Lord Proist, I will destroy you!
Image That really is him, but he’s not in his right mind… I’ll bring you back to your senses soon! Just wait!

Image The proud Northern General has been reduced to a mere pawn…
Image I will fight for Lord Proist!
Image Tch. The fact he’s not reacting shows that he’s truly lost his mind!

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Image Don’t get too cocky, Earthlings! You think you can corner me like that!? Move! Move, Raiking!
Image Daiya, now!
Image On it!

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Image My Flame will bring you back to your senses, Nouza! Kenpo! Shinryuken Gokui! Rekka Hakensho!

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Image GAH!
Image HA! Where am I!?
Image Did you wake up?
Image Daiya Tsuwabuki! Why are you…
Image Looks like you were under Proist’s control.
Image Proist? Oh, that’s right! I was being questioned after they arrested me. The moment I looked into their eyes, I fainted… Goddammit!
Image C’mon, man. I saved you and you don’t even thank me? I mean that’s just like you, but…
Image Daiya…

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Image I knew you would fail me, Nouza.
Image Nikita, Termina, Banishium, Higant! Show them the power of the new Four Generals of Darius!
Image As you wish.
(Nikita. Gaiking. CV: May Yukino)
Image Leave it to us, Lord Proist.
(Termina. Gaiking. CV: Chiwa Saito)
Image The power of us, the Four Darius Generals…
(Banishium. Gaiking. CV: Hiroaki Hirata)
Image Will be shown to the surface dwellers.
(Higant. Gaiking. CV: Keiichi Sonobe)
(TL Note: Just like how the original General’s names are based off the cardinal directions in English, the new four are based off of the same directions in Japanese. North is Ni[KITA], South is Ter[MINA] (short for minami), East is [HIGA]nt (short for higashi), and West is Ba[NISHI]um.)
Image Some people I’ve never seen before have appeared.
Image These are the new Generals Proist appointed when Nouza and I were dismissed. They’re extremely loyal to Proist.
Image It doesn’t matter who they are! Let’s kick their butts!
Image I’ll fight with you too, Daiya Tsuwabuki! Proist trampled on my pride as a knight! I refuse to follow them any longer!
Image I’ve been waiting to hear those words, Nouza!
Image Kain, what about you? Will you come with me?
Image My loyalty is to you, Lord Nouza. If that’s what you wish, then I will follow you into Hell.
Image Then join me!
Image Sir!
[Nouza and Kain turn blue]
Image Hell yeah! The Tenku-Maryu is now our ally!
Image All three Maryus are together!
Image Seriously? That’s fine. We’ll destroy all three at once! Bring it!

First, the new units.

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[Tenku-Maryu]
Much like the Daichi-Maryu, this is a battleship that requires a deployment slot to use. Kain might be an okay pilot, but the Tenku-Maryu is not really worth using a deployment slot on. Its two attacks require a lot of EN and its only post movement attack can’t even be used until he hits 120 morale. It also lacks any sort of utility that the Eternal, a better battleship deployment slot, has. You have better options.

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[Raiking]
A long ranged variant of Gaiking that features less armor, but more mobility and a bunshin. It’s worth investing in, especially maxing out its EN. Make sure you pair it with a resupply unit so it won’t run dry so easily.

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We’ve got four new jabronis in color coded machines. Despite having faces, they’re actually not all that impressive. They can be easily outranged and overpowered. Feel free to use defensive spirits when fighting them too.

Image New Four Generals! I’ll show you the power of the former Northern General! Then you’ll realize how weak you actually are!
Image Traitorous Nouza. By Lord Proist’s command, we will kill you!
Image Don’t think a mere former General like you can defeat us!
Image Remember what you are! You’re just spare parts!
Image You’re just like us, so you should follow Lord Proist!

Image You four should wake up and understand the horrors of Operation FD!
Image For us, the most important thing is to carry out Lord Proist’s orders! We don’t care about anything else!
Image We will not take orders from a traitor!
Image Operation FD is perfect. We will see it succeed!
Image It’s you who need to wake up! Let’s fight together once again for Lord Proist!
Image It seems persuasion won’t work on them… Guess they’ll have to die!

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Image Damn you… How could a mere surface dweller… This won’t happen next time. I’m retreating.

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Image I must strengthen myself for Lord Proist… Retreating.

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Image My life is for Lord Proist. I cannot waste it here. I’m retreating.

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Image I cannot be defeated here. For Lord Proist’s sake, I will retreat.

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image Hell yeah, we won!
Image With the Daichi-Maryu and Tenku-Maryu back, the operation is a great success!
Image I can almost see Proist’s frustrated face!
Image No. They don’t really care. They still have the Dvorak as their trump card.
Image That’s right. I almost forgot about the Dvorak…
Image In that case, let’s use this momentum to attack the enemy’s main base and destroy that monster!
Image Let’s not rush ourselves and regroup. We need to get Rongo examined by Dr. Franklin…
Image Sorry, Captain…
Image I agree with the Captain. The damage we’ve suffered isn’t minor. We can’t mess this up.
Image I want to retrieve Vulking and repair it too. We’ll need its power to fight the Dvorak.
Image There’s a valley to the east where the three Maryus can hide. Let’s go there.
Image Got it. Naoto, if you would.
Image Aye aye!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image The Dvorak is the key to their surface invasion. Even though Proist lost the Daichi-Maryu and Tenku-Maryu, I don’t think they care.
Image So doing that didn’t accomplish much…
Image All we can do is destroy the Dvorak and make Proist look like a fool!
Image The enemy must have absolute confidence in the Dvorak. But having the three Maryus increases our firepower. We should have a chance of winning.
Image Once repairs and resupplies are complete, we’ll launch an attack on the Darius capital! We’ll win this battle and put an end to their invasion of the surface!
[Door opens]
Image Captain.
Image Dr. Franklin! How’s Rongo looking?
Image It was just a bruise and a sprain, but it got worse due to being untreated. For the time being, I think Naoto should do the steering. I’m not saying he should be bedridden, but as long as he’s not holding the steering wheel, he can stay on the bridge.
Image I understand. Rongo will support Naoto. Naoto, once again, I’m looking forward to working with you as a crew member of the Daiku-Maryu.
Image Thank you!
Image Boy… No, Naoto… I entrust it to you!
Image Rongo… Yes sir!
Image Glad you’re here, Naoto!
Image Daiya! I’ll do my best!
Image I’m happy for you, Daiya.
Image When Naoto came aboard, I was half happy and half worried. Right now, I’m just glad he’s here.
Image What about you, Vestaanu? There’s no need to force yourself to join us.
Image I’ll join you regardless. Proist has to go down. If we can persuade Emperor Darius, he might reconsider the plan to invade the surface.
Image But wasn’t it Darius XVII who first suggested they invade the surface? Will he really change his mind?
Image If necessary, I will fight against Emperor Darius. After meeting you, I realized that my perception of Earthlings was wrong. I don’t think we should continue the invasion.
Image Vestaanu…
Image I don’t want to fight you anymore, Lee Xenshin.
Image I’ll fight with you too!
Image Nouza!
Image I will defeat Proist. I no longer care about invading the surface. Only revenge against Proist has any meaning to me. If you’re going to attack them, I will join you!
Image It’s reassuring to have you with us.
Image But don’t get me wrong. I’m fighting to defeat Proist. I have no intention of being friends with you.
Image Fine by me.
[Beeping]
Image A communication? Who is it from?
Image This is…
Image What is it, Vice-Captain?
Image It’s an emergency call from the Darius Army!
Image From Proist!?
Image No. It’s from Darius XVII…
Image From the Emperor!?
Image What does he want to say?
Image And why contact us?
Image Vice-Captain Rosa, put it on screen!
Image On it!
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Squad time! We’ve got 19+3 slots to work with. Solos are Seijuurou, Ruuji, Gainer, Felme, Lee, Rei Mii, Garaga, Yagyuu, Kotona, Yassaba, Puria, Souta, and Dick. Pairs are Mist/Angelica, Kenji/Kyo, Hiroshi/Miwa, Daiya/Sheldia, Gain/Ti Ze, Nouza/A Kan, Zairin/Ron, Asuham/Cynthia, and Ra Kan/Adette. Mandatory deployments are Daiya, Lee, and Nouza.

Last time, Vestaanu, Nouza, and Kain joined the Daiku-Maryu with some pretty nice gifts.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image I am Emperor Darius XVII. I have something to say to the Captain of the Daiku-Maryu.
(Phone)
Image I’m the Captain, Lulu Azez.
Image Captain Lulu, I have a favor to ask of you. I need you to stop Proist. My scion is needlessly killing people for the sake of Operation FD. On top of that, in order to finish the Dvorak, they stole the Darius Core.
Image Operation FD?
Image The Darius Core?
Image I don’t want Proist to continue acting the way they do now, but there’s nothing I can do to stop them. If the Darius Core is kept away from its resting place, it’s only a matter of time before this entire world is destroyed.
Image What do you mean by that?
Image The only way to prevent this world’s destruction is this control key that will stop the Darius Core’s activity. If you use it, this world will be saved. That’s what I wanted to tell you.
Image So you, the Emperor of Darius, want us to do your bidding?
Image If you can stop Proist, then I will call off the invasion of the surface. We will migrate into space in a spaceship we call the Ark.
Image Migrate into space?
Image Go to the Kajiarz Ice Fields as soon as possible. I’ll be waiting there.
Image Wait a minute! Do you really think we’ll believe you?
Image You were the one who started this war, remember?
Image No matter how you look at it, this feels like a trap.
Image To prove my sincerity, I will bring the father of Gaiking’s pilot, Daiya Tsuwabuki.
Image D-Dad!? You held him captive this whole time!
Image So you’re Daiya Tsuwabuki. He’s not our prisoner. Your father is the most trusted member of my personal science team.
Image That’s a lie! Why would he ever help you!?
Image You may find it hard to believe, but I’m not lying. I’ll be waiting for you at the Kajiarz Ice Fields. You’ll find out more there.
[Emperor Darius hangs up]
Image He was just saying whatever he wanted… Stop Proist? Trust him? What the hell is going on!?
Image And Dad is working for Emperor Darius…
Image Mister Gaiking’s dad is quite the villain, eh? I see him in a new light.
Image What!? Is that an insult!?
Image Stop it, Dick. Daiya, don’t fall for his taunts.
Image Grrr…
Image Hmph…
Image Just a sec. There are some things I don’t quite get.
Image Same here. What’s Operation FD?
Image When I asked about that while I was with Darius, I was told it’s the plan to wipe out the surface dwellers and migrate to the surface.
Image I wouldn’t call it a migration. The plan is to select the citizens with high quality points, such as looks or intelligence, and have the chosen ones move to the surface.
Image Quality points?
Image What happens to the rest of them?
Image …They would die. That’s what the Emperor meant when he said Proist was needlessly killing people.
Image No way…
Image He’s no better than Jiin. It seems dictators do the same thing no matter which world they’re in.
Image It’s getting harder to trust Emperor Darius.
Image Exactly! We don’t need his help. We can defeat Proist on our own!
Image But he said he would migrate into space. If that’s true, we could save everyone in this world instead of a select few.
Image Why bother? With the Darius Core gone, the collapse of this world has already begun. Even if we start doing something now, I don’t think we’ll make it in time.
Image What’s this Darius Core anyway?
Image Long ago, this world was created by the ancient Dariusians, who were drifting through space. They used the Darius Core to create a dimension inside the Earth we live in. It’s a super energy source and the only thing that keeps this world existing.
Image Proist removed the Core and is using it as a power source for the Dvorak.
Image Then this world will…
Image We must use the control key that Emperor Darius mentioned to turn it off and return it to its original location. If not, this world will be swallowed by another dimension and disappear.
Image Everyone who isn’t chosen by Operation FD will perish along with this world…
Image What a terrible fate. We can’t let that happen!
Image That’s why we need to kick Proist’s ass as soon as possible and return the Core!
Image But without the control key, we can’t stop this world from collapsing!
Image If we go and meet the Emperor, we’ll get the control key and save Daiya’s father, right? I vote we should go!
Image Is Mister Gaiking’s father, who betrayed humanity, really worth saving?
Image He hasn’t betrayed us! If you keep that up, I’ll never forgive you!
Image Stop it, Dick! Why do you keep acting like that!?
Image I’m just trying to wake up a spoiled brat who trusts his father too much!
Image Asshole! What’s wrong with a kid trusting his father? You have a father too!
Image Sure I do. It’s because of that prick that I’m telling you not to trust yours!
Image What?
Image Anyway, I refuse to fall for a trap because of Mister Gaiking’s father.
Image Grrr…
Image Putting aside the issue of Daiya Tsuwabuki’s father, if I may give my own opinion, I cannot see Emperor Darius ever asking Earthlings for help. As his former subordinate, I find it very hard to believe that he’s being sincere.
Image I’m with Nouza on this.
Image Vestaanu!
Image Under his predecessor, migrating into space was Darius’ main policy. Darius XVII was the one who first proposed invading the surface.
Image You two served him, so perhaps that’s why you find it hard to believe that he might have changed his mind.
Image If two of his former lackeys think it smells like a trap, then I’m inclined to agree.
Image So you would suggest we leave Daiya’s father to die?
Image That might just be a lie to lure us out.
Image But if he’s telling the truth, the benefits would be huge.
Image Good grief. We’re getting nowhere…
Image In times like these, we look to our Captain for guidance. Whatever she decides, I’ll follow.
Image Big talk for a cocky bastard like you!
Image Lulu, what’s your opinion as Captain?
Image …Even if it might be a trap, if he’s telling the truth, we can save the Dariusians. And if Daiya and his father could be reunited… I think I’ll at least hear him out.
Image Lulu…
Image If the Dariusians were to go into space to find a new home, I would like to help them. I’m sure my father would do the same. However, we need to be extremely cautious in case it is a trap. With that in mind, I would like to meet with him.
Image Okay. We’ll do that.
Image I’ll follow your decision.
Image …Any objections?
Image I cannot agree to negotiating with him, but if you say you’ll be cautious, I will abide by your decision.
Image Nouza, I would like you to keep a close eye on his movements.
Image …Okay.
Image Daiya, are you okay with this?
Image Yeah. I appreciate you thinking of my dad, Lulu.
Image Then let’s get this show on the road. To this something ice field!
Image Kajiarz Ice Field.
Image Yeah, that!
Image The Daiku-Maryu will now head to Kajiarz Ice Field.
Image That’s your cue, Naoto.
Image R-right! Aye aye!

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[Kajiarz Ice Field]
Image (Proist… I have to stop them… I can start over. I’ll open the Gate of Zela and discover the new world beyond it.)
Image Your Majesty, I came here at your invitation.
Image Oh, Doctor Two, you’re here. Are you ready for the meeting?
Image Yes…
Image Don’t you want to see your son?
Image It’s not that I don’t want to, but…
Image I used you to make the Earthlings believe my sincerity. Forgive me, Doctor Two.
Image It’s fine.
Image (Daiya…)
Image Your Majesty, the Daiku-Maryu is approaching!
Image I understand. Let’s go, Doctor Two.
Image Sir…

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[Daiku-Maryu, Deck]
Image Welcome, crew of the Daiku-Maryu. I am Emperor Darius XVII.
Image I’m Captain Lulu.
Image That man…
Image He’s the one we’ve been fighting…
Image That’s the Emperor? He’s just a normal person. Then who was that giant that I thought was the Emperor?
Image Vestaanu, huh… That giant you all worshipped is merely a temporary form. No, it should rather be called my castle.
Image A castle? It’s a fake?
Image As promised, I have brought the control key to the Darius Core. I want you to stop my scion. I want to start over with them. A fresh new start… If you can stop Proist, I will call off the surface invasion and move forward with our space migration plan.
Image What about my father?
Image I’ll let you meet him now. He has the control key.
Image Look, something is flying towards us! It’s a flying boat?
[The flying boat lands and the hatch opens]
Image The hatch opened! Someone’s coming out!
Image Dad! It’s Dad! DAAAAD!
Image Daiya. It’s been a while…
(Daiya’s Father. Gaiking. CV: Tōru Ōkawa) (Yes, that’s his legal name. Yes, he has the same VA as Garis.)
Image Thank goodness… I’m glad you’re still alive!
Image Yeah…
Image Dad, let’s go home together! Mom misses you!
Image …I’m afraid I can’t do that.
Image Huh?
[Laser fire and explosions]
Image Uwaaaah!
Image Dad! Who attacked us!?
Image I knew this was a trap, you bastard!
Image Wait! This is a misunderstanding! I gave no order to attack!
Image Look! It’s the Four Generals’ Garleans! I also see Proist!
Image Father…
Image Proist…
Image You’re meeting with the Daiku-Maryu without telling me. How terrible.
Image This is for your own good.
Image Proist! How dare you!
Image Stay out of this. I’m talking to my father.
Image What?
Image Father, look at this bouquet. Isn’t it beautiful?
Image Are those Darius Roses?
Image Yes. In the language of flowers, the Darius Rose represents an eternal bond. It’s truly a flower that suits us perfectly. Eternal love that will never betray each other…
Image Eternal…
Image But it’s odd. Why are you here?
Image Proist, I…
Image I brought this bouquet for you, Father. I love you, more than anyone else on this entire planet.
Image I feel the same, Proist…
Image I love you. I love you so much… But you see…
Image Listen to me, Proist! I love you too. We can start over!
Image You’re deceiving me. You’re betraying me! My own father…
Image WAAAAAAAAAH!
[Stabbing sounds]
Image Gwah!
[He falls]
Image E-Emperor Darius!
Image What just happened!?
Image Proist’s anger created an aura that caused the petals of the Darius Roses to fly and pierce the Emperor’s chest!
Image Proi…st…
Image Father? What’s wrong, Father? Who won’t you reply?
Image …
Image How dare you… How dare you kill him! You guys brought my father here and killed him!
Image Huh?
Image You killed him yourself. What are you talking about?
Image WAAAAAAAAAAH!
Image It’s no use! They’ve gone mad!
Image I’m going to kill each and every one of you!
[Explosions]
Image Uwaah!
Image Lord Proist! Retreat!
Image Very well.
Image Daiku-Maryu! We will bury you here!
Image I can’t believe father was hiding Daiya Tsuwabuki’s father. His son is rebelling in Gaiking, so the father tricked my father and led him to his death. I must inflict the cruelest punishment I can on this devilish family! Higant, retrieve Daiya Tsuwabuki’s father!
Image On it!
Image Ahh! Dad! DAAAAD! Proist! Where are you taking him!?
Image Hehehe… You’ll be seeing each other very soon.
Image Look forward to it, Daiya Tsuwabuki!
[Proist leaves]
Image Everyone! Change of plans! Move to Plan D!
Image Dang it! We were so close to being able to save him!
Image But we know where he is!
Image Give us orders, Captain!
Image All hands, begin the counterattack!

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Daiku-Maryu Route Chapter 31A: A Father’s Heart - Part 1

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Begin by deploying the troops.

Image Let’s go after Proist! After Dad!
Image I think not.
Image We won’t let you chase after Lord Proist.
Image We’re going to kill you now.
Image That is the mission we’ve been assigned.
Image Then I’ll kick your butts and go after them!
Image By the way, who’s piloting Vulking?
Image I am.
Image Lee!?
Image Hehe. Don’t sound so surprised, Daiya. Sure, I have a bit of trauma from Fire Giants…
Image That’s right. You shouldn’t--
Image But I can't dwell on it forever. Plus, I want to impress Vestaanu.
Image Lee, you…
Image Now, let’s quickly defeat these guys and go after Daiya’s Dad!
Image Got it! Let’s go, Four Generals!

Finally, we got that last Fire Giant!

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[Vulking]
Kinda strange they put a martial artist in a heavy artillery mech. Vulking is the most heavily armored of the trio and is focused on mid ranged artillery. Its fuel economy is lacking, so be sure to max out its EN. It’s also extremely slow, so giving it movement booster parts and Hit & Away isn’t the worst idea in the world. Also, even though it can fly, it has an S rank on the ground, so make sure it’s landed. It also has a combo attack with the Daichi-Maryu (as does Raiking and the Tenku-Maryu, but I forgot to mention that).

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The bosses for the first part of this stage are the Four Generals and I’m only taking a screenshot of one of them. They’re exactly the same as the last stage, so you know how to fight them already. Really though, they’re basically HP roadblocks.

Anyway, here’s the first battle lines.

Image Proist killed Emperor Darius… Is that considered treason? Dammit! I don’t know what’s going on, but saving Daiya’s father is the top priority! Let’s go!

Image I finally found Dad! Hey, jerks! Where did you take him!? Give him back!!

Image We have to break through here and chase after Proist as quickly as possible. Daiya’s father is in danger!

Image Proist… What do you plan to do with Daiya’s father after kidnapping him? No matter what you’re scheming, I won’t let you get away with it!

Image We have to save Daiya’s father no matter what! I don’t want him to go through the same thing I did!

(Lee vs a Turtle enemy)
Image I never thought the day would come where I could get revenge on that turtle monster with a Fire Giant again…

No one has any lines for each of the Generals, so take them out.

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Image I’ve lost control! If this keeps up… AHHHHHH!
[Higant explodes]

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Image Impossible! They defeated me, one of the Four Generals!?
[Termina explodes]

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Image Damn you, Earthlings! What a shame…
[Banishium explodes]

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Image L-Lord Proist!
[Nikita explodes]

The plot continues when all enemies are defeated.

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Image All right! We defeated the Four Generals! Dad, I’m on my way!
Image Wait! A huge object is flying right at us! It can’t be!

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Super Robot Wars K - Dvorak <New World Symphony>
Image That’s the Dvorak!
Image It’s massive…
Image You seem surprised by Dvorak’s size… But it’s too early to be shocked.
[A blinding bright light]

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Image Impossible! Didn’t we just kill them!?
Image That must be a repair ray!
Image As you can imagine, the Dvorak has a powerful restorative ability. It can even revive fallen allies. As such, you have no chance of winning.
Image Get ready, Earthlings! After I trample you to death, I’ll head straight for the surface! And then I’ll kill everyone on Earth! HAHAHAHAHA!
Image We have to stop it… We can’t let that thing reach the surface! Work together and destroy it once and for all!
Image Like you need to tell us that!
Image A monster like that shouldn’t exist!
Image I’ll show you that size doesn’t matter!
Image Give me my dad back! PROIST!

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Enter Dvorak, Proist’s personal machine and a monster of destruction. Its massive 50k HP. It also has a massive MAP attack. However, Dvorak is lacking three important things. It doesn’t have a combo attack, it lacks a barrier, and it doesn’t have any sort of HP or EN regeneration. You can cause it to burn itself out and whittle it down all you like.

Fun fact, Dvorak’s face is the original Gaiking’s Face Open. Also, Proist’s theme, New World Symphony, will override every track in the game.

Also, the Generals will infinitely respawn with no extra money, so just ignore them.

Image I won’t let a monster like you reach the surface! I’ll defeat you even if it costs me my life!
Image You think you can stop the Dvorak!? I’ll make sure you die a pointless death!

Image Proist! No matter what kind of monster you’re piloting, we’ll work together and defeat you! Then I’ll take my father back!
Image You’re all talk. No matter how many pieces of trash gather together, you’re no match for the Dvorak!

Image You hypnotized Vestaanu and Nouza and controlled them like robots. How despicable can you be!?
Image Despicable? When it comes to winning a battle, you can’t be picky!

Image Proist! How dare you manipulate me like that! I’ll never forgive you!

Image My sweet Vestaanu… You should have just submitted yourself to my control.
Image Proist! I cannot let the Dvorak go to the surface! I’ll stop you myself!
Image Stop me? Don’t make me laugh! You’re just a traitor!

Image I’ve fought against Brunhilde and the Overdevil! I won’t be taken aback just because you’re big!
Image You think size is all the Dvorak has going for it? I’ll crush you and make you regret those words!

The plot continues when you shoot down Proist for the first time.

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Image Don’t underestimate me, Earthling scum! Attacks that weak won’t be enough to even dent the Dvorak!

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Image I’ll get rid of you first, Gaiking!

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Image UWAAAAAAH!
Image Daiya!
Image You’re next, Vulking!

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Image GAAAAAAH!
Image Lee!!
Image What power! Gaiking, stand up! I can’t lose to them! I can’t let a demon like that come to Earth!
Image Proist! Now you face me!
Image Don’t get too cocky, Nouza.
Image What?
[Pain sounds]
Image Ugh! M-my chest! GAAAAAH!
Image Lord Nouza!
Image What happened to him!?
Image HAHAHAHA! Did you forget? You’re just my spare body parts! I don’t mind disposing of spares! That iron ball in your chest was implanted in you from your birth. You cannot escape my control until you die!
Image That’s awful!
Image How dare you complain! You took my father away from me!
Image N-Nouza…
Image Gah!
Image Now, do you remember who your master is? Say my name with some respect!

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Image GAAAAH!
Image Seriously, the rest of you are too weak to mention. I’ll just send you all to Hell!
Image Dang it… Proist! I’ll use all of my power and activate Face Open!
Image You can’t, Daiya!
Image Professor Sakon!
Image According to my analysis, Dvorak’s power is greater than Face Open. Any attack will have little effect. If you do that, your body won’t be able to take it!
Image So you’re telling me to give up!?
Image No. You’ve got one option. There’s a way to obtain power far exceeding even Dvorak’s… You must become Gaiking The Great!
Image Gaiking The Great!?
Image Gaiking’s body, Raiking’s arms, and Vulking’s legs… The ultimate Fire Giant born by combining the strongest and main parts of the three Giants!
Image They can combine!?
Image In theory, it’s the strongest, but we’ve yet to find a pilot who can take it. Now that the three Giants are together and Daiya’s Flame has grown, then maybe…
Image Gaiking The Great… Power surpassing that of Dvorak’s… But can I really generate that kind of power? It must require a huge Flame…
Image Is this true, Earthling scientist!?
Image Nouza!?
Image If Daiya could harness his Flame, we can defeat this bastard! It’s decided! Burn, Daiya! Make sure you defeat Proist! Use my corpse as a stepping stone to victory! GAAAAAAAAAH!
[Nouza starts ripping out the ball in his chest]
Image You moron! If you remove that iron ball in your chest, you’ll die!
Image Gah! GO! DAIYA TSUWABUKI!
Image Fly, Daiya! Don’t waste Nouza’s feelings!
Image Nouza! Lee!
Image Daiya! Believe in yourself! We all believe that you’ll perform a miracle! I'm sure my father felt the same! As long as you believe in yourself, everyone’s hearts will become one!
Image That’s right, Daiya! You can do it!
Image Let loose the Flame in your heart!
Image I believe in you, Daiya!
Image Don’t mess up, Daiya!
Image Is there anything you can’t do!?
Image Fly and burn them to the ground!
Image Daiya!
Image Okay! With everyone’s Flames, there’s no way I won’t burn!
Image GO! COMBINE!
Image RAIKING, GO!
Image VULKING, GO!

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Super Robot Wars K - It’s Name is Gaiking The Great
(TL Note: Serious banger alert.)
Image GAIKING THE GREAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT!
Image You did it! Fusion successful!
Image Daiya!
Image That’s Gaiking The Great…
Image What heat!
Image Indeed! What magnificent flames! Even I, Scorching Ti Ze, am in awe!
Image Hmph! What can a stupid fusion do? You make me laugh! Take this!

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Image What!? It didn’t do anything!?
Image Hey… Was that the best you’ve got, Proist!? If so, then you lose!

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Image GAH!
Image Behold the power of Gaiking The Great!
Image Unforgivable! There’s no way you’re stronger than me!
Image Hell yeah! He turned things around!
Image I’m not afraid of you any longer! Time to finish you off once and for all!
Image Everyone, support Daiya! The tide is flowing our way!
Image Roger that! Let’s finish this quickly!

The sky roars and the earth shakes!

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[Gaiking The Great]
Gaiking The Great is most likely the strongest robot in the game. It has S ranks in all terrains, monstrous defenses and attacks with the highest power among all other units. However, it has two big weaknesses. The first is that it requires a fusion of three individually extremely strong robots, which together can deal more damage overall. The second is that it has less gas mileage than a SUV (this was fixed in SRW L). GTG uses Gaiking’s upgrades, so that’s why I recommended you max out its EN all the way back at the start of the game. You’ll only really be taking this out for major bosses, but I’m not going to backseat your own playthrough. The basic strategy is to attack a boss with Vulking and Raiking, then combine with Gaiking for that extra boost.

Also, its theme is a huge banger. Apparently, you only get this track if you take this route.

All that’s left is to finish off Dvorak! You don’t get money a second time, so don’t worry about that and go wild!

Image Proist! Gaiking The Great’s power is far greater than Dvorak’s! There’s no way you can win now!
Image SILENCE! I won’t lose to a robot made of random parts!

The map ends once Proist is shot down.

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Image Impossible… Dvorak was defeated… Earthlings, don’t rejoice too soon. This Dvorak isn’t completed. Once it reaches its perfect form, it’ll be the end of you all! HAHAHAHAHA!
[Proist and the Generals retreat]
Image You’re just mad you lost. How good can this perfect form be!?
Image It had to be a bluff!
Image We won…
Image Daiya, are you okay?
Image I-I’m fine. It’s pretty tough, though… But thanks to everyone’s encouragement, I was able to combine into Gaiking The Great. Thank you, everyone…
Image Daiya…
Image Oh right, Nouza! Please save Nouza’s life!
Image Don’t worry. Dr. Franklin is working on him as we speak.
Image Great…
Image Even so, I’m surprised that an incomplete machine was so strong.
Image It was powerful enough to make the Bio Tyranno jealous.
Image I wonder what it’ll be like when it’s perfected.
Image That’s just Proist being mad. There’s no way there’s a monster stronger than that!
Image I really hope that’s the case…
Image Everyone, let’s regroup back in the Daiku-Maryu and pursue Proist!
Image Roger!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image In the end, we couldn’t save Daiya’s father nor were we able to get our hands on the Darius Core control key…
Image What a waste of time!
Image But if it was to trick us, why did Proist kill Emperor Darius?
Image Didn’t Proist just merely him? Proist must have known about this plan and was planning to kill the Emperor along with us from the start!
Image Is that really the case? It didn’t seem like that to me.
Image It seemed like he was worried about Proist, not as an Emperor, but as a father…
Image He certainly didn’t look like an evil ruler, plotting to take over the planet…
Image It doesn’t matter. Emperor Darius is dead and we didn’t get the control key. We have to stop Proist on our own!
[Door opens]
Image We’ll never have enough time if we play things safe! We have no choice but to attack the capital with the three Maryus and defeat Proist as quickly as possible!
Image Nouza! Are you okay!?
Image It’s just a flesh wound.
Image Of course he’s fine. A fine doctor like myself performed surgery on him. But this guy doesn’t even say thank you!
Image Dr. Franklin, that’s just the kind of guy he is. Don’t worry about it.
Image Seriously. Who do you think saved your life?
Image So, Captain, what’s the plan?
Image Are we going to attack the capital as planned?
Image With Gaiking The Great, we can defeat the Dvorak, so let’s attack now!
Image Dvorak has the ability to repair things. If we leave them alone, the enemy’s fighting strength will keep growing. I think it’s best to press the assault.
Image What do you think, Captain Lulu?
Image We must stop Proist or Dvorak will reach the surface. We must avoid that at all costs. This time we’ll defeat Proist, bring peace to this world, and save Daiya’s father!
Image Let’s finally put an end to this war!
Image Once repairs and resupplies are complete, we’ll immediately depart for the capital! Everyone, please begin repairing and resupplying your mechs!
Image (Dad, wait for me. I’ll save you as soon as I can!)
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Squad time! We’ve got 18+4 slots to work with. Solos are Gainer, Ruuji, Seijuurou, Felme, Rei Mii, Garaga, Yagyuu, Yassaba, Kotona, Souta, and Gauli. Pairs are Mist/Angelica, Kenji/Kyo, Hiroshi/Miwa, Gain/Ti Ze, Zairin/Ron, Asuham/Cynthia, Ra Kan/Adette, Daiya/Sheldia, Lee/Puria, and Nouza/A Kan. Mandatory deployments are Daiya, Nouza, Lee, and Dick.

Last time, Daiya unlocked the power of Gaiking The Great and defeated Proist’s monster. Dvorak.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Hallway]
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Image Now why would our beloved Captain be in a place like this before a mission?
Image Dick…
Image Is something bothering you?
Image Hey, Dick… What do you think about this space migration plan that Emperor Darius mentioned?
Image Dunno… I’d say it’s a pretty good story, but a desperate attempt.
Image I can’t believe it was a lie. It sounds like a pipe dream, but if the Dariusians really are planning to migrate into space to look for a new home, I’d like to help them. I don’t know what to do…
Image …Lulu, do you remember this accessory?
Image Isn’t that something I gave you the day we first met?
Image You saved my life on a Santa Monica beach that day. If you want to fly to a new land, I’ll follow you with these wings you gave me.
Image Dick…
Image I’ll always be by your side. When this battle is over and your dream comes true, I’ll…
Image …
[Beeping]
Image Captain Lulu, we’re ready. Please return to the bridge immediately.
(Phone)
Image Okay. I’ll be right there. Let’s go, Dick.
Image Coming!

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Daiku-Maryu Route Chapter 31B: A Father’s Heart - Part 2

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Deploy the troops!

Image We’ll soon arrive at the capital, Captain.
Image Everyone, are you ready?
Image Of course I am!
Image Civilians live in the capital. Please be careful not to cause any harm to them.
[Beeping]
Image Radar activity! The Darius Army is heading this way!
Image Crap! They’ve taken the initiative!

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Antonín Dvořák - Symphony No. 9 (From the New World) Mvmt 4
Image It’s the Dvorak!
Image Dvorak? Not quite.
Image What!?
Image Let me introduce you to the Flaming Super Maryu’s completed form… Final Dvorak! The Darius Core has given it ultimate power.
Image I’m going to tear you all apart, trash!
Image Proist! Where’s my dad!?
Image If you beat me, I’ll tell you!
Image Proist! I’ll put a stop to you and get my dad back! UOOOOOOOHH!

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Image How about that, Proist!?
Image Did you forget? Dvorak is immortal.

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Image What!? It repaired itself!
Image It can fix itself too!
Image Then how about this!?

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Image Ah! Look!
Image There’s a crack in the Dvorak’s torso… It looks like there’s something inside!
Image That’s the core of the Dvorak… Its heart, so to speak! Daiya must have sensed that the flow of energy through its body is a lot like a person’s circulatory system! The central core is where that energy is concentrated!
Image So we just need to destroy the heart!
Image We can defeat this monster!
Image Go, Daiya! You can do it!
Image Yeah! SHINRYUU HYDRO BLAZER!
[Gaiking starts charging up]
Image Wait, Daiya!
Image Lulu, why are you stopping me!?
Image I sense a Flame close to the Dvorak’s heart. It’s very similar to yours!
Image A flame like mine? You didn’t!
Image I did. Your father is right next to the Final Dvorak’s heart.
Image What!? So if Lulu never noticed it, Daiya might have committed patricide!?
Image Exactly. Isn’t it great that she noticed? I almost lost my precious hostage. I was even starting to feel a little nervous.
Image Cut the crap! Release him now!
Image I don’t think so.
Image Because of you, I ended up killing my own father! You have to be punished for that!
Image Dang it, Proist! Dad! DAD!
Image Daiya… Is that really you?
Image It is! I’m right here!
Image You’re piloting Gaiking?
Image Yeah!
Image I knew you came to Darius on board the Daiku-Maryu…
Image I did…
Image But I didn’t know you were the one piloting Gaiking. I’m surprised.
Image I worked hard to train my body. I knew that you were still alive and that, one day, I would save you myself. That’s my reason for fighting all this time!
Image You’ve become strong…
Image I need to know… Why are you working for Emperor Darius? Are you doing it willingly, or are you forced to?
Image I was never forced to.
Image Huh?
Image I willingly chose to work on Emperor Darius’ personal research team. That was my fight.
Image Your fight?
Image There are many people in this world who suffer under oppression, but who live their lives to the fullest. I wanted to save their future. That’s why I proposed Project Ark to Emperor Darius. If they can migrate to a new world, there will be no need to attack the surface. There will be no more unnecessary bloodshed.
Image That’s your reasoning?
Image It must have been a tough road…
Image I knew it. You wouldn’t help them do evil!
Image Just as I thought. You were the one who deceived my father and caused him to betray me.
Image Unforgivable! I’ll make you suffer the same pain as me… No. I’ll make you suffer a billion times worse! Same with your friends!

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Image Wait! DAD!
Image Everyone! In order to save Daiya’s father, we need to stop the Final Dvorak!
Image I’m used to this sort of thing!
Image But we’re up against a completed Dvorak. It’ll be stronger than before!
Image We’re here to save Daiya’s father! Quit complaining!
Image I’m starting to feel fired up!
Image Everyone… Thank you! Final Dvorak! I’ll beat you up until you can’t move!
Image Everyone, try not to shoot it down. Got it!?

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Welcome to the Gaiking finale! For Proist’s first phase, we need to reduce Final Dvorak’s HP to below 10% without killing it. It’s the Dvorak from the last chapter, but stronger and with HP regen. Also, watch out for its massive MAP attack that’s centered on itself. I’d try to kill the vast majority of the enemy forces before you start attacking it directly. Also, the Four Generals are here too. If you defeat them here, they’ll stay dead.

As another aside, even though Gaiking The Great is technically unlocked, we’re not able to fuse into it on this stage due to plot reasons.

Let’s get started with the first battle lines.

Image Taking Daiya’s father is incredibly cowardly! You can never be forgiven!

Image Proist is a bad person! Stop fighting for them!

Image I have no business with you weaklings! Dad! I’m coming to save you! Just wait for me!

Image To save Daiya’s father, we need to get rid of the small fry quickly! Let’s go!

Image My goal is revenge against Proist! I’ll crush anyone who gets in my way, no matter who they are!

No one has any lines with the four generals.

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Image Did I take too much damage? Lord Proist, I’m sorry for not being more helpful!

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Image I can’t fight any more… Forgive me, Lord Proist!

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Image Impossible! I’m retreating, Lord Proist!

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Image I’ll be better next time, Lord Proist!

And now, the lines against Proist.

Image Proist! Your father is dead, right!? This isn’t the time to be fighting! What are you thinking!?
Image Silence! He died because of you! I’m going to kill you and make him happy!
Image You’re insane! I’ll knock some sense into you!

Image Proist! I’m going to take my dad back! After that, I’m going to beat you into a bloody pulp!
Image Moron. Do you think I’ll just let you take him? I’ll show you and your father what true hell is like. A hell where souls are stained with blood!

Image Proist! You can’t blame Daiya for you killing your own father!
Image Oh, Lulu. You shouldn’t act like you’re not involved. After Daiya, I’m going to make you and your family suffer a hellish torment!

Image Proist! Give back Daiya’s father!
Image Like hell I will! I won’t be satisfied until I make them both suffer!
Image It’s useless to try to persuade you… I’ll just have to save him by force!
Image Try it if you think you can!

Image Taking Daiya’s father hostage… Your rotten methods make me sick!
Image You’re nothing but a traitor! Don’t pretend you’re better than me!

Image Proist! Do you really want to make this world your own, even if it means taking your own father’s life!?
Image You’re wrong. I never wanted to kill him. It’s because you guys tricked him that it turned out that way!
Image Tricked him? It seems you never knew his true feelings after all…
Image Silence! He would never betray me! It’s all your fault!

Image You’re Kain, Nouza’s lackey, right? I’ll make you regret choosing him over me!
Image I won’t regret anything! Even if my body is torn to pieces, I will fight for Lord Nouza!
Image Very well! I’ll tear you to shreds just like you want!

Image You’re just like how I used to be…
Image It was you guys who took him from me and left me all alone!!

The plot continues once you reduce Final Dvorak’s HP below 10%.

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Image It stopped moving!
Image Daiya! Now!
Image Yeah!
[Daiya moves next to Proist if not already]
Image Dad! I’m saving you now!
[Gaiking grabs his dad’s pod]
Image Okay! I’ve got it! If I can just pull it out…
[Pain sounds]
Image GAAAAAH!
Image DAD!
Image Oh. Did I forget to tell you? If you try to forcefully remove the pod, the neural bypass connected to that man is rigged to shut off.
Image Neural bypass?
Image There are about 200 of them in total. If even one of them breaks, he’s hit with excruciating pain. Even if you disable them one at a time, the same thing will happen. Not only that, but a random amount of them will trigger a chain reaction and break others. If all the bypasses break, the pod is set to explode with a 30 second timer. Isn’t it wonderful?
Image You’re a monster!
Image That’s awful! How could you do something like that!?
Image Daiya, there’s only one way to remove him from the pod without causing it to explode.
Image What is it, Professor?
Image When you cut open Dvorak’s body earlier, I saw something interesting. There’s a device hidden right next to the pod that creates the explosion. If you disable that, it shouldn’t explode.
Image Easier said than done…
Image At least, that’s what I think. But…
Image I’ll do whatever it takes to save him!
Image I know.
Image I’m going for it! If there’s even a chance that I can save him, I’ll do anything! Where is that device?
Image …Ah! Found it!
Image Yes, that’s it. Gaiking should be able to do it!
Image Even if you say that, it’s so close to Dad’s pod! I can’t do it!
Image Daiya! What have you been fighting for this whole time!? What have you been protecting!?
Image T-that’s…
[Pain sounds]
Image GAAAAAAH!
Image What are you doing, Dad!?
Image You’re removing the bypasses yourself!?
[More pain sounds]
Image Gah! AHHHHH!
Image Why are you doing that!?
Image Do you want to kill yourself!?
Image Stop it, Dad! Stop!
Image Oh no! The bomb just activated!
Image Then in 30 seconds, he’ll…
Image What are you doing!? Why would you do that!?
Image I’ve already decided to believe in you!
Image Huh?
Image I’m not the only one. Your friends who’ve been fighting alongside you must also believe in you! Don’t be afraid of the results and give it your all! That’s your responsibility!
Image Dad…
Image A man must have no hesitation!
Image What are you waiting for, Daiya!? You’re running out of time!
Image 15 seconds!
Image Daiya!
Image …I remember something you told me when I was a kid… The important thing isn’t the result, but fighting with all your might! Watch me, Dad! This is my fight! GOOOOOOO!
Image What!?
Super Robot Wars K - GAIKING

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Image Got it!
Image Hell yeah!
Image There was only a second left.
Image Dad!
Image Thank you, Daiya!
Image Dad… Dad!
Image …Seriously. What a fantastic child.
Image (Even if you’re apart, the bond between a parent and child is strong… That’s what you’ve shown me, Mister Gaiking!)
Image W-what just happened?
Image There’s no way you can keep existing! Both you and your father must die, DAIYA TSUWABUKI!!
Image !!

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Image DICK!!
Image My policy is to always act cool, but for some reason, I ended up doing something out of character…
Image Hang in there, Dick! I’m coming to save you!
Image Daiya… I’m counting on you to make Lulu’s dreams come true…
Image Huh!?
Image Good luck…

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Image That man is…
Image No…
Image Dick, you asshole… Always acting cool to the very end! He didn’t even let me thank him!
Image PROIST! How dare you! I’ll never forgive you! I’ll beat you down myself!!
Image Silence! Final Dvorak is invincible! I won’t lose to trash like you!

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Image Lulu! Please take care of Dad! I won’t be satisfied until Proist goes down!
Image Understood. Leave your father to me, Daiya!
Image LET’S GO, PROIST!!

Round 2 against Proist. It’s regained all of its HP and EN, but nothing else has changed. Destroy it once and for all.

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Image The finishing blow! GOOOOOOOO!
Super Robot Wars K - GAIKING

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Image I lost? ME!? Even after losing my father… How…
Image I see! Since my father is dead, that makes me the ruler of Darius!

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Image COME! Darius’ guardian deity!

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Image T-that’s…
Image The giant Emperor!?
Image Look at how big it is! There’s no way we can fight that!
Image AHAHAHA! This giant is an impenetrable guardian deity that only the ruler can control! Its name is King Darius XVII! Well, maybe it’s XVIII now? Anyway, let’s put an end to all of you pieces of trash! First up is the Daiku-Maryu! I’ll bathe this world in your blood! DIEEEEEEEE!

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Image GAAAAAH!
Image LULU!
Image Time to end this, Daiku-Maryu!

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Psychic Lover - GAIKING
Image I WON’T LET YOU!

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Image GAH! Damn you!
Image Are you okay, Lulu!?
Image That voice… Dad!
Image Captain Garis!?
Image (My prince has come on his white horse!)
Image Is that really you, Captain Garis!?
Image In the flesh!
Image Why are you in a Zelgaia?
Image I’m borrowing a ship that the rebels stole. But that attack just now rendered it useless.

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Image DAD!!
Image And we were so happy to see you again!!
Image I escaped at the last second, so don’t worry. Focus on defeating Proist!
(Phone)
Image Don’t do that!
Image Everyone! Destroy Proist!
Image Captain Garis risked his life to create an opening for us to strike back! We have to win!

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The final boss is here, Proist piloting King Darius. It’s massive. It’s extremely bulky. And it doesn’t have any sort of barrier, HP or EN regeneration, and it’s not immune to debuffs. Bleed its EN with defensive spirits, hit its attack and accuracy with debuffs, and it’s surprisingly helpless. It does spawn at max morale and has a massive MAP attack, but that’s all it can really do.

Sadly, we still can’t fuse into Gaiking The Great. Daiku-Maryu is also severely injured, so have it retreat or heal it up. Also, some characters have lines with this phase specifically.

Image You’re as persistent as a cockroach! This time, we’ll settle things once and for all, Proist!
Image That’s my line, Daiya Tsuwabuki! I’ll obliterate you so thoroughly, not even a hair will be left!

Image It’s over! You’re so weak, you’re not even worth being spare parts! I’ll turn you back into atoms!
Image It’s true that I once existed to be part of you, but not anymore!
Image What changed? Garbage is garbage! Die while you engrave my power into your eyes!
Image You don’t seem to understand… In battle, it’s not the strongest who wins, but the one who never gives up until the very end!

Image Just because you got bigger doesn't mean you’re any stronger! In fact, it just makes you a bigger target!
Image Hehehe! You ignorant fool! King Darius isn’t just bigger, but faster too!
Image Heh. The more arrogant you are, the lower your guard becomes!

Image A giant machine must have a weakness! All of them do!
Image What are you talking about? King Darius is invincible! It has no weaknesses!

Image If someone like you has immense power, you’ll only cause trouble! We’ll stop your rampage!
Image Don’t talk like you’re better than me, you brat! I’ll crush you all with King Darius!

The stage ends when King Darius falls.

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Image Impossible… There’s no way I could ever lose to the likes of you!
Image I believe in my friends. I’ll show you how amazing it is when all of our powers combine! There’s no way our Flames could ever be quenched by someone as lonely as you!
Image Damn you!
Image Lee! Nouza! Let’s combine into Gaiking The Great!
Image Okay! The rest is up to you!
Image Go! Daiya!

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Akira Kushida - It’s Name is Gaiking The Great
Image GAIKING THE GREAT! Now, you will feel all of our Flames, Proist!
Image Like hell you will! I’ll show you King Darius’ true power!
Image UUOOOOOOOOOHHHHH!

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Image Impossible! How did I lose to scum like Earthlings!? I am… the new Emperor of Darius… Proist… GAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!

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Image I… I won… Proist is finally defeated!
Image You did it, Daiya…
Image Dad! Are you okay?
Image I am. I’m sorry for making you worry.
Image Dad… I… I… *Cries*
Image Come on, Daiya. I know how you feel, but save your tears for when you’re back on the ship!
Image Y-yeah… You’re right. Dick… It’s thanks to you that my dad and I are safe… You had a bad mouth, but you were a good person deep down… Thank you, Dick…
Image Sorry to interrupt your eulogy, but I’m not dead yet, Mister Gaiking.
(Phone)
Image Dick! You’re alive!
Image Yeah. I am hurt, though. I had the greatest thrill thanks to you, Mister Gaiking… Heh…
Image Dick! Thank goodness! You’re still alive… *Starts crying*
Image I told you to save it for later!

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Image I’ve recovered the Darius Core from the remains of the Final Dvorak. If we return it to the capital, this world won’t be destroyed.
Image Great. This will save the Dariusians.
Image No. Even if you return the core, it will only stave off the inevitable. This world will disappear in time. We must proceed with the Project Ark before everything is destroyed and find a new home for the Dariusians. That’s what I’ve been working towards.
Image Anyway, I’ll go return the core. If it’s gone for any longer, natural disasters will start ruining this place.
Image Okay, everyone. Please return to the Daiku-Maryu. We’ll go to the capital to return the core.
Image Roger! I’m coming back!
[Everyone retreats]

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Image Lord Proist! How could Lord Proist ever be defeated!?

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Image Now is the time for us to do what we were made to do.
Image Yes. This is why we exist.
[Fades to black as the Generals kill themselves. A figure jumps away.]

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image DAD!
Image Daiya!
Image Dad… That’s weird… I can’t think of anything to say…
Image Same here. I can’t come up with anything… Every day, I kept thinking of what I wanted to say to you if I could go back to Earth…
Image Dad! *Cries*
Image I’m so proud of you, Daiya.
Image I’m happy for you, Daiya. Your greatest wish has come true.
Image Dad…
Image Lulu…
Image I… I…
Image I know. You did a great job, Lulu.
Image Dad!
Image I’m happy for you too, Lulu.
Image Same here!
[Explosion]
Image What was that!?
Image The bridge wall blew up!
Image An intruder!
Image That was a really close one…
Image Hehehe… AHAHAHAHA!
Image Proist!
Image How are you still alive!?
Image I have subordinates for times like these. My loyal Generals sacrificed themselves to revive me.
Image What!?
Image They really were my finest creations. Higant, Banishium, Termina, Nikita… They’ll live as a part of me forever.
Image I see. Those four Generals were made to act as your spare parts!
Image I, the greatest being, lost my father’s love and stained my hands with his blood. And yet you scum celebrate your victory and rejoice at family reunions. This must be a dream... No, a nightmare!
Image I’ll kill all of you pesky demons!
[Proist’s aura starts flaring up]
Image What is this incredible power!? This is absolutely insane!
Image Yapanese Ninja Art! Gale-- UWAAAAAH!
[Gauli gets taken out]
Image Captain Gauli!
Image If this continues, everyone’s lives will be in danger!
Image First up is Daiya Tsuwabuki! This massacre will start with your precious father!
[The door opens]
Image Wait, Proist!
Image Like I’d ever listen to you begging for your life!
Image I recovered the body of Emperor Darius, who you struck down. Even though he was the root of this madness, he’s still a living being. I wanted to save him if I could, but he died and left this behind.
Image What is that? Some kind of memory device?
Image No. This is the true form of Emperor Darius.
Image Explain!
Image That is Emperor Darius?
Image It just looks like a large Flame Gitter…
Image This machine was located in the Emperor’s body. It activated for a brief moment, long enough to tell us his will.
Image His will?
Image In the distant past, ever since the planet Zela was destroyed by a black hole, the people of Zela were searching for a planet of their own. Eventually they found Earth. However, humanity already lived there, however crude their culture was back then.
Image You mean our ancestors?
Image The Emperor at that time didn’t invade, but instead created the Darius World inside the planet, powered by the Earth’s energy. In order to keep his people alive, he created a machine that contained the DNA of the ancient Zela people. The person who inherits that machine becomes Emperor Darius.
Image So you’re saying that machine is Emperor Darius?
Image Every subsequent Emperor was cultivated and created as a vessel for succession. The moment one takes the throne, the spirit of that new Emperor is absorbed into this machine and becomes one with the souls of all previous Emperors.
Image What?
Image Essentially, all of the Emperors are the same person, from the first to the 17th. Until the 16th Emperor, they decided to leave Earth alone. However, the Earthlings continued to destroy their planet’s environment, so he decided that humans had no value.
Image That was the 17th…
Image Unfortunately, that means we Earthlings are partly responsible for this war.
Image If we humans were more considerate about the environment, the Darius Army wouldn’t have attacked.
Image You’re kidding!
Image Just before it stopped functioning, Emperor Darius said this. “I want to at least preserve the genes of the Zela people. Tell Proist to become one with the souls of the past and aim for a new world!”
Image I… I was just a vessel? Ah… Ahhhh!
Image Now, Proist. Take this. It’s the souls of the Emperors of the past! It won’t erase your sins, but it’ll at least save Darius’ future!
Image I refuse to accept it! It’s impossible! AAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!!
[Proist destroys the machine]
Image Ah!
Image That bastard destroyed it!
Image No… NO… NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
Image What a terrible Flame of hatred… If this continues, not even Proist will be able to contain it. They’ll explode!
Image No… I refuse to believe that you get your happy ending while I’m just a vessel! I’ll never accept such a world!
Image Cut the crap!
Super Robot Wars K - GAIKING
Image Daiya Tsuwabuki!?
Image I won’t let you destroy the peace we’ve finally achieved out of your own selfishness!
[Daiya’s Flame erupts]
Image Daiya’s Flame… It’s burning!
Image It’s overwhelming Proist’s hatred!
Image UUUOOOOOOOOHHHHHH!
Image Why? Why is this happening? I was born to be a king! I should have been the greatest being alive! Dad… You lied to meeeeeeeee!
[Proist burns into ashes]
Image They’re gone…
Image Daiya’s Flame incinerated them!
Image Amazing! Daiya, you’re amazing!
Image Haa… Haa… I did it, Dad…
Image Well done, my son!
Image You saved us…
Image Daiya!
Image That was amazing, Daiya!
Image You’re as amazing as Ruujii.
Image Daiya!
Image Everyone…
Image It seems the war against Darius is over…
Image Yeah… We won!

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[???]
Image It’s been a while, my “fragment”...
(???. Darkened)
Image Welcome back, Lord Ru-Cobol.
Image Ispail and Verini were killed by Earthlings from two planets. Is that correct?
(Ru-Cobol. OG. CV: N/A)
(TL Note: Depending on your heroine route, Ru-Cobol will either be the man seen here (Angelica route), or a younger girl (Sheldia route).)
Image It’s not just Earthlings. In the past, we used the Planet Crisis to destroy the Cruzians. Their descendants’ Revrius is helping the Earthlings.
Image The Revrius? Ah, you mean the machine that houses the Crystal Heart. I thought I destroyed it on Atreem, but to think it ended up on such a remote planet.
Image Both Ispail and Verini were killed by that machine. It’s dangerous.
Image Ridiculous.
Image Sir?
Image Gazum, how many of my memories do you have?
Image Um… I’m sorry. I don’t remember anything about the Crystal Heart.
Image Then that leaves us with one option. Last year, I was threatened by the Crystal Heart. That’s because I was defeated by a Crystal Heart in the past. So when I found out that Atreem had a Crystal Heart, I went there, challenged the Revrius, and won. If there were no more Crystal Hearts, I would no longer be afraid.
Image ?
Image Don't you get it? There are only a few people who could use it. In the battle at Atreem, only one user showed its true strength. It took me by surprise.
Image Sir! I’m sorry for not knowing.
Image It’s fine. More importantly, I discovered someone with a deep connection to my current vessel.
Image Really?
Image It’s a deep connection… One akin to a parent and child…
Image A familial relation, huh…
Image Yes. If that’s the case, then there’s a high possibility that they have a powerful “fragment” in their body.
Image (Moreover, that woman probably possesses a “fragment” that’s adapted to the Crystal Heart, just like this body… If I obtain it, I won’t have any weaknesses…)
Image Gazum. Capture that person at all costs. Alive.
Image Sir! Understood!
Image By the way, about that negative energy that Ispail was gathering…
Image It’s not a substitute for “fragments”, but it’s still useful. Before we destroy the planet, obtain more negative energy. If Ispail had awakened to my consciousness, he would not have destroyed himself with unnecessary ambition. Even if he absorbed every “fragment”, he would only become an entity identical to me.
Image What about the prisoner?
Image Squeeze as much negative energy out of that woman as you can. Then blow up the planet with the Planet Crisis. After that, I’ll absorb the “fragments” from Ispail, Verini, and you. Got it?
Image Sir…
Image Then go.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image Thanks to everyone, the threat of the Darius Army has been eliminated. We’ll return to Earth and rendezvous with everyone at Dannar Base.
Image I wonder how the battles against the Festum and Mimetic Beasts went…
Image I just made contact with Dannar Base. Both they and the Archangel appear to have been successful.
Image That’s the best possible news.
Image They are really reliable!
Image Now all that’s left is the Great Jama Kingdom and Edax.
Image There’s also the clawed man that Van is chasing, right?
Image Our battle continues…
Image By the way, what’ll happen to Darius? It’ll eventually disappear, right?
Image Yes. It’s just as Vestaanu said earlier. This world will gradually disappear.
Image What about the Dariusians?
Image We’ll carry out Project Ark. The Dariusians will migrate to a new planet discovered by the Gate of Zela.
Image We’re ashamed of how pointless the surface invasion was, so we’ll help with the Ark and head to a new home.
Image Can’t we just use a gate and get you there instantly?
Image It’s true that an Ark may not be necessary, but we need Zela’s Gate to find out if the planet it found is truly habitable. There’s still a lot of work to do first.
Image Especially if that planet already has native inhabitants. They don’t want to become invaders again.
Image I see…
Image However, Project Ark can only continue once all the fighting on Earth is over and peace is restored. We’ll need to drive off the invaders first.
Image Yeah!
Image I’ll help you until the battles are over. It’s the least I can do to atone for all the pain I’ve caused you and the surface.
Image What about you, Nouza?
Image Now that Proist is dead, I no longer have any regrets. I’m but a living corpse.
Image That’s not true, Lord Nouza!
Image I was created to be spare parts for Proist. I’m not even human.
Image Stop saying such idiotic things!
Image Kain?
Image Lord Nouza, I’m prepared to be reprimanded, but I need to be frank. Doesn’t your relation to Proist mean that you’re a direct descendant of Zela?
Image Oh?
Image Then you need to live for Darius’ future! I beg you! Use your power for your country!
Image Kain…
Image Sir Nouza, it seems you have a good subordinate.
Image If you can’t respond to his passionate feelings, then you’re not a man!
Image Heh… Very well. I once fought for Darius as the Northern General. I don’t mind fighting for my nation once more.
Image Lord Nouza!
Image Geez. You should have just said you’d fight alongside us…
Image Lulu. I’m leaving the Daiku-Maryu to you.
Image Yes, Dad. Please work hard with Daiya’s dad to minimize the chaos in this world.
Image Of course.
Image Okay. Let’s return to the surface! We still have two Earths and one Darius to save!
Image Yeah. The Daiku-Maryu will now return to Dannar Base!
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It’s time for the Dannar Base route! This route will be on the Sheldia save file because it’s the one that has the relevant secret available, so I won’t be covering any differences if you have Angelica as your heroine. This route will also assume you’re getting the Blade Gainer secret.

Squad time! Everyone is here. The squads are Mist/Sheldia, Anna, Goh, Chief, Koji/Angelica, Fei Yen, Hatter, Shizuru/Kouji, Sayaka, and Boss. Mandatory deployments are Goh and Anna, but they cannot be paired up.

Last time, the team split into three to tackle three very important objectives. Mist, Angelica, and Sheldia head to Dannar Base to defend it against a Mimetic Beast horde.

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[Tundra]
Image Ugh!
Image SHAAAAAAAA!!
Image Watch out! DRAGON HEART!!
[Explosion]
Image Not just Moukaku, but Shadow has it too! That’s the second case!
Image GUUUUUUUUH! UOOOOOOOOOH!!
Image It’s rude to turn into a wild animal at a party!
Image Yeah…
Image I CAN’T CONTROL… MY FIGHTING SPIRIT!!
Image I… I… LUNAAAAAAAA!!
Image Dammit! Ejecting Luna and I from the Genesister and Goddiner!
[Shukuyu ejects]
Image A wise call. If you stayed any longer, you might have died.
ImageF Knight, are you able to contact Dannar Base?
Image Nope. I’ve been trying for a while now, but I can’t get through!
Image I can’t believe we have to fight a horde of Mimetic Beasts without Moukaku and Shadow!
Image Second wave incoming!

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[Forest]
Image The Insania Virus, huh… If it’s transmitted via Mimetic Beasts, then I must be infected too.
Image Ken, dinner’s ready.
Image Oh, sorry. Your cooking has gotten better. Where did you learn that?
Image …It’s a secret.
Image I see…
Image Hey, Ken. Are you going to keep fighting until you’ve defeated every single Mimetic Beast?
Image Yes.
Image What will you do after that?
Image Then I’ll die.
Image Huh?
Image When this is all over, the me of the present will die. I don’t know what will happen next. I don’t know any other way to live.
Image Ken…
Image Lou, if something happens to me before I achieve my goal…
Image You won’t die!
Image !!
Image Though you wouldn’t listen if I tried to stop you…
Image Correct.
Image You should live the way you want. Just as I want to do… I don’t care if I'm right or wrong. I just don’t want any regrets.
Image Yeah…
[Beeping]
Image Hmm? Isn’t that… Oh no!
Image What’s wrong, Ken?
Image Lou, we’re going to Japan.
Image Okay!

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
[Explosion]
Image Ugh!
Image Kyaaa!
Image Damage report!
Image Damage has exceeded 60%!
[Door opens]
Image Doctor! It’s too dangerous for you to be here! Since we can’t expect help from other bases, we need to evacuate!
Image If only Dino Base could help…
Image They’re also under attack. It feels like the Mimetic Beasts planned this!
Image Look, Goh’s team should be on their way here! We need to hold out a little longer!
[Beeping]
Image Multiple heat sources are approaching!
Image Mimetic Beasts?
Image No, it’s not.
Image Then it has to be…
Image Goh!
Image They’re finally here!

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Dannar Base Route Chapter 30: Fear of Rabid Syndrome

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Deploy the troops!

Image Great! We made it!
Image The base looks pretty wrecked!
Image But where are the bogeys?
Image Look! There are some Fat Boys!
Image Alliance MSes and Fafners too!
Image They’re here to help!
Image Watch out! Those Fat Boys and MSes are hostile!
Image Mom!
Image You’re safe!
Image I’m fine. Where’s Mira?
Image She’s on standby outside the battlefield!
Image Back up! What do you mean they’re hostile!? Do they still think we’re traitors!?
Image Listen carefully. All over the world, Mimetic Beasts have been becoming more active. Every single base is currently under attack.
Image So the whole world is covered by Mimetic Beasts!? Disgusting!
Image No way…
Image And what’s more, Mimetic Beasts have fused themselves with Alliance robots, turning them against us!
Image Fused? Mimetic Beasts can do that?
Image They’re evolving as we speak. In any case, those mechs are essentially Mimetic Beasts. Be very careful!
Image Don’t worry! No matter who or what they are, I’ll take them down!
Image How dare you attack Dannar Base! I’ll never forgive you, Mimetic Beasts!
Image Saruwatari, you need to calm down!

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Image GWAAAAH!
Image Gocchin! Are you okay!? Did you get injured?
Image I’m fine! There’s nothing to worry about! If that attack didn’t work, then I’ll just use something stronger!
Image GAH!
Image What’s wrong, Gocchin!?
Image Saruwatari!
Image AAAAAAAHHHH!
Image Goh! What’s happening!?
Image Mom! Something’s wrong with Gocchin! All of a sudden he’s in immense pain!
Image Doctor, could this be…
Image I really wish it wasn’t…
Image Mom, what are you talking about?
Image Anna, bring Goh into Dannar Base as soon as possible!
Image Huh? Why?
Image Just do it! We can’t let Goh fight anymore!
Image O-okay! Sorry, everyone. I’ll be back as soon as possible!
Image Ugh…
[Goh and Anna retreat into Dannar Base]
Image What’s wrong with him?
Image I have my suspicions, but I need to examine him first.
Image Examine? Is Saruwatari sick?
Image …In a sense.
Image There’s a severe risk that this disease will rapidly progress during combat. That’s why we had him retreat.
Image In combat? Is this like how they say you shouldn’t exercise when you’re sick?
Image What are the symptoms?
Image Assimilation… No. I think it’s more accurate to say mutation.
Image Mutation? What do you mean?
Image We’ll discuss this when you get to the base.
Image Huh? Are we infected too!?
Image Anyone who has fought a Mimetic Beast is at risk.
Image No way…
Image Defeat the enemies and we’ll examine all of you! Please!
Image Should we really be fighting?
Image To be honest, I’m not entirely sure. But if you don’t fight now, we’ll all die. If I determine you have the same symptoms as Goh, I’ll order you to retreat!
Image Roger! Let’s fight doubly hard for Saruwatari’s sake!
Image Please come back safely…

There are no bosses to worry about right now, just a lot of Mimetic Beast-infested robots. Camp up in the nearby forest and start wiping them out. You can try lining them up in the Solvrius Regina’s MAP attack to help speed things along.

Image The Mimetic Beasts can hijack Mobile Suits and Fafners. How and when did they acquire such abilities?

Image For us who are stationed at Dannar Base, this place is like our home! We won’t let you Mimetic Beasts do whatever you want!

Image It’s been taken over by a Mimetic Beast… Compulsory training item 89, practical exercise, is appropriate!

Image You’re all so unfriendly! Since I’m going through the trouble of playing with you, I wish you’d chill out!

Image Even if Mimetic Beasts have gotten a bit smarter, it’s meaningless in front of me! Crush! Crush! Crush!! There’s nothing to fear!

The plot continues when all initial enemies have been shot down.

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Image YEAAAAAAAAH!! We’re pretty much done!!

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Image Ah! That Mimetic Beast just revived!
Image What vitality!
Image No matter how many come back to life, it’s NO PROBLEM! DESTROY THEM ALL!!
[Beeping]
Image There’s a flying object approaching the combat zone!
Image A new Mimetic Beast!?
Image It’s not!

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Super Robot Wars K - Crimson Battlefield <A-11>
Image That’s Menage Zero!
Image Why is he here?
Image The Cosmo Diver too? Is that Lou?
Image I’ll defeat that Mimetic Beast! Just shut up and watch!

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Image Who’s mister tall, strong, and handsome!?
Image The best of all worlds! I’m jealous, dammit!
Image That’s Menage Zero. To put it simply, he’s a wanted robot pilot.
Image Should we take him into custody?
Image Eventually, yes. But right now, it seems his goal is to kill Mimetic Beasts. It’s best to work together. We can capture him afterwards.
Image This is about us avoiding fighting, right?
Image I mean, you’re not wrong. Got it? Just don’t turn him into a rival or anything!
Image Roger that! I’m used to this sort of thing!
Image Rosa!

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Image A robot came out of that Mimetic Beast!
Image What’s that robot?
Image That’s someone important to Ken…
Image Someone important… A person?
Image I finally found you, Cell Blader. I’ve been waiting for this day. I miss you so much, Rosa…
Image Doctor, do you know that robot?
Image I don’t. Do we have any relevant data?
Image No. There’s no matches in any database.
Image Lou! If you know something, can you please tell us?
Image That’s the Cell Blader. It’s the robot that Ken’s wife piloted.
Image Cell Blader?
Image Menage Zero’s real name is Ken?
Image Yes. He was fighting alone to recover Cell Blader… His late wife’s mech.
Image Alone?
Image Yes. Since the start.
Image But aren’t you with him now?
Image Not to him. I’m just a burden.
Image Lou, you…

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Image Wait, wait, wait!! That monster revived again!?
Image It resurrected twice. What tenacity!

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Image Anna! Where’s Saruwatari?
Image He’s being examined in the infirmary. You should’ve seen his tantrum. He really wants to fight.
Image Don’t you need to be with him?
Image I’m a robot pilot too, right? I can’t sit still when everyone else is risking their lives! I’ll fight with you for Gocchin’s sake!
Image You need to stay back! I’ll finish off this Mimetic Beast!
Image Huh!?
Image I said stay back! Lou, can you pilot the Cell Blader?
Image Huh?
Image I’m going to finish it off. Help me.
Image On it!

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[Lou boards the Cell Blader]
Image This is the Cell Blader… The machine Ken’s lover once piloted… I’m sorry, Diver… Dad…
Image Dr. Aoi, I’m sending the Cosmo Diver to Dannar Base. Please pick it up!
Image Sure
[Cosmo Diver leaves]
Image Lou, is it working?
Image Just a sec…
Image …
Image It’s not starting up!
Image What?
Image (I knew it. I’m useless… I can’t win… They won’t acknowledge me!)
Image Lou! Hurry!
Image Please, Cell Blader! Stand!
[Starting up noises]
Image Thank you... Cell Blader, GO!
Image Lou, let’s combine!
Image Yes!

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Image Menage Zero and that robot combined!
Image Those robots also have a combination system!?
Image Lou combined?
[Ken punches the Mimetic Beast a few times]
Image Its fighting style is completely different from before!
Image It’s too violent…
Image Oh no! It’s too dangerous for that man to keep fighting!
Image He’s infected too!?
Image Based on his fighting, it’s entirely possible! If he goes berserk now, no one will be able to stop him!
Image UUOOOOOHHHH!
Image Stop! Don’t be so reckless! Lou is still a child!

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Image AHH! DON’T GET IN MY WAY!

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Image Ahhh!
Image YOU’RE NEXT, MIMETIC BEAST! LET’S GO! OOOOOHHHHHHHH!

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Image SHATTER!

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Image It was blown to atoms…
Image What incredible power… Good luck reviving from that…
Image ROSA! I FINALLY DEFEATED IT!
Image GUUUUUUUUUH! NOW… YOU’RE NEXT!
Image Huh?

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Image AHHHHHH!
Image Anna!
Image Anna! Run!

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Akira Kushida - Shinkon Gattai Godannar!!
Image ANNAAAAAAAAAA!
Image Gocchin!
Image Goh! Why did you deploy!? You shouldn’t be fighting!
Image I have to do something when my wife is in danger!
Image Goh!
Image UUUOOOOOOOOH!

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Image DO YOU REALLY THINK YOU CAN BEAT ME WHEN YOU’RE THAT WEAK!?
Image Shut up! I won’t let someone like you fight Anna! UUUOOOOOOOHHH!
Image Gocchin!
[Goh punches Ken several times]
Image Anna! Stop Goh! If this keeps up…
Image Saruwatari, you need to calm down!
Image Exactly! Won’t this make your illness worse!? Please stop!
Image When he’s like this, he won’t listen if you try to stop him. It’s faster to help him finish!
Image Give Lou back!
Image See?
Image Wait!
Image Saruwatari!
Image I’m sorry!
Image YOUR FUN ENDS HERE! WAIT FOR ME IN HELL!

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Image GWAAAAH!
Image Gocchin!

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Image Stop! Anna, run!
Image No!
Image Stop it, Anna! I don’t want to lose you!
Image THEN YOU’LL DIE TOGETHER!

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[Ken’s attack is stopped by Anna’s Angel Wall]
Image WHAT!?
Image Gocchin, you can’t match your socks without me! If I don’t get on your case, you’ll eat nothing but sweets and wander around naked after taking a bath! If I don’t wake you up, you’ll sleep in forever! You can’t do anything on your own!
Image Anna…
Image That’s why I can’t die yet. I swore to take care of you forever! You’re my husband!
Image YOU FOOL!
Image Yeah…
Image Rather than run, she chooses to stay and risk her life to protect the one she loves!
Image Gocchin! Let’s combine!
Image Yeah!

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Image Now we’re equally matched! Time to fight, Blade Gainer!
Image Lou is in there too! Don’t be reckless, Gocchin!
Image Got it! Let’s go, Anna!
[Beeping]
Image Watch out! More Mimetic Beasts are approaching!

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Image More of them are stepping up to the plate. Let’s take them all out!
Image LET’S GO FIGHT!!

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Now, alongside the Mimetic Beasts, is Blade Gainer TDM (Twin Drive Mode). Despite being a neutral yellow, you have to shoot Ken down to finish the map. The fact he’s yellow means that he’ll attack Mimetic Beasts should they attack him, but his AI will have him focus on Goh whenever possible. Try to fight Blade Gainer at a distance to avoid its close-range finishers.

Image Ken! Stop fighting immediately!
Image SHUT UP! I’LL FIGHT TO THE VERY END!
Image Isn’t your fight over? Don’t drag Lou into this nonsense!
Image SHUT UP! TODAY I’LL SHOW YOU THE TRUE STRENGTH OF BLADE GAINER!

Image Give Lou back! If you keep dragging her around like this, she’ll only get sadder!
Image Stop, Shizuru! I want to be with Ken!
Image Lou!?
Image YOU’RE FULL OF OPENINGS! HERE I COME!

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Image Ken! Stop it!
Image NOT YET! I’M NOT DONE YET! I’M STILL FIGHTING!
Image If you keep fighting, you’ll no longer be you! I don’t want that to happen!
Image LOU…
Image This is it! UOOOOOOHHHH!
Image Goh! STOOOOOOOOP!

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Image GAAAAAAH! DAMN YOU…
Image Ken, retreat! Stop fighting!
Image !
[Ken retreats]
Image Wait! Give Lou back!
Image Lou!
Image Lou… Lou! GAAAAAAAAH!
Image Gocchin!
Image Anna! Return Godannar to Dannar Base immediately!
Image On it!
[Godannar retreats into Dannar Base]
Image I wonder if Saruwatari is okay… He looked like he was in a lot of pain.
Image What disease does he have anyway?
Image We might be infected too, right? I’m scared…
Image Everyone, we have to defeat the rest of these Mimetic Beasts before we can get examined! Let’s get this over with!
Image Okay! Let’s clean up the rest and get ourselves tested!

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image Dannar Base! Are there any enemies left?
Image Nope. There are no Mimetic Beast reactions in the immediate area!
Image I’m tired. I think I reached my limit.
Image I never thought that Mimetic Beast could take over Alliance mechs…
Image I thought they were just attacking at random, but now they’re targeting bases all over the world. Have they gained some sort of intelligence?
Image More importantly, I’m worried about Goh! Let’s get to Dannar Base already!
Image Yeah, you’re right. We’ll have to get checked out too.

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[In the Sky]
Image Lou, I’m so sorry.
Image This was my choice. What’s the plan now, Ken?
Image I told you I don’t know what happens afterwards.
Image Right…
Image Ugh!
Image What’s wrong, Ken? Are you hurt?
Image It’s close!
Image What is?
Image …Lou. I found something I need to do.
Image Huh?
Image Will you join me?
Image Yeah. I’ll fight with you to the end!

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image Mom! Is Gocchin okay?
Image What do the tests say?
Image We’re still analyzing the data. Please wait a little bit longer.
Image Goh got too excited during his fight against Menage Zero. I hope his condition hasn’t worsened…
Image Doctor! What disease does Saruwatari have?
Image You said we needed to get tested too, right?
Image Tell us, Doc!
Image I’ll explain. Look at this.
[A monitor turns on]
Image Microscopic footage?
Image What’s this?
Image This is the Insania Virus. It’s an RNA virus that’s 20 nanometers in size and infects humans via Mimetic Beasts. It’s activated by adrenaline and norepinephrine produced in the brain.
Image Back up. What are you talking about?
Image Look at this too.
Image …
(On screen)
Image What’s that!?
Image That’s Max…
Image Whaa-- He kinda looks like…
Image Is he affected by the virus too?
Image Most people will not exhibit any symptoms when infected with the Insania Virus, but there are special cases.
Image Special cases?
Image Namely, when an exceptionally powerful fighting instinct is activated. The Insania Virus is activated by this instinct and causes symptoms such as this.
(TL Note: In the show, it’s testosterone instead of “fighting instinct”.)
Image So that’s what’s happening…
Image If the infected person is a male robot pilot, the probability of developing symptoms is extremely high.
Image Rabid Syndrome. That’s the name of the physical mutation that happened to Max.
Image Rabid Syndrome…
Image Let me be clear. What happened to Max could very well happen to every single one of you.
Image No way…
Image Goh is on the verge of developing Rabid Syndrome. That’s why we didn’t want him to fight.
Image I’m going to have you all tested for the Insania Virus. Especially those who fought a Mimetic Beast.
Image (The Insania Virus and Rabid Syndrome… Am I infected too? If that’s the case, then will I end up looking like Max?)
Image Is Mira here?
Image She just arrived. She’s waiting in the hall as instructed.
Image Good. That will make things a bit easier.
Image Doctor! We’re receiving a call from Shukuyu!
[A screen turns on]
Image Finally, we were able to get in touch with you! Are you safe?
Image Dannar Base, can you hear me!?
(Phone)
Image Shukuyu! What’s the situation over there!?
Image Everyone is alive, but…
Image Who’s infected?
Image Moukaku and Shadow.
Image Shadow too!? I thought only men could be affected!
Image Maybe it’s because her hormone balance is closer to a man than a woman…
Image For now, we’ve managed to stop their symptoms from getting any worse.
Image Understood. It’s best not to let them fight anymore. I’ll prepare for the next attack and arrange for reinforcements to be sent there. I hope they can make it in time…
Image Thank you!
[She hangs up]
Image What about the reinforcements we’re supposed to get!?
Image …I’m sending them to Shukuyu.
Image Geh! So the next time we get attacked, we’re on our own!
Image No matter what, we must protect this place! Right now, we’re the only ones who can!
Image (If things continue like this, we’ll have to consider the worst-case scenario… How far can we hang on?)
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Squad time! Everyone is fighting, with the teams being Mist/Sheldia, Anna, Chief, Koji/Angelica, Fei Yen, Hatter, Kouji, Shizuru, Sayaka, and Boss. The mandatory deployments are Anna and Kouji, who must be solo. Goh is currently unable to fight, as per the last chapter.

Last time, Dannar Base was defended, but everyone might be infected by a virus.

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image The test results are in. Goh’s body is in an extremely unstable state. He’s almost consumed by Rabid Syndrome.
Image No…
Image His strong willpower is holding it in, but he’s approaching his limit.
Image His limit… What’ll happen to Saruwatari now?
Image If he continues to rest, the best we can hope for is that his condition doesn’t worsen. But if it keeps up, Goh will be completely taken over by Rabid Syndrome, unable to ever return to normal.
Image So he’ll end up like Max…
Image Oh no…
Image Goh can never pilot Godannar again. That is the only way to save him.
Image Saruwatari…
Image Doctor, what about the rest of us?
Image All of you are infected with the Insania Virus, to varying degrees.
Image What!? So everyone is going to get hit by that something Syndrome?
Image I was originally told there was no need for women to worry about it, but a woman with a hormonal imbalance developed it too. No one is 100% safe.
Image So Shadow has been affected too…
Image But you said it was due to her hormonal imbalance, right? You’ll be fine, Shizuru!
Image We’re not even sure if that’s the cause. It’s worth it to be cautious.
Image So if women are mostly safe, then doesn’t that mean Mist, or rather all men, are in danger?
Image Men with strong fighting instincts, especially robot pilots, are at serious risk.
Image So we’re all doomed?
Image You’ve only recently started fighting Mimetic Beasts. Unlike Goh, you’re not in immediate danger, but there’s always a risk that the virus will get worse.
Image There’s no timetable?
Image It’ll just start one day without warning. That was our concern in the last battle.
Image So there’s nothing we can do!
Image We’ll monitor all of your physical conditions in real time during combat. If any abnormalities are detected, you’ll be forced to withdraw. As I said, this is our only option.
Image You want me to run away in the face of the enemy!?
Image There’s a big difference between withdrawing and fleeing.
Image We’re not able to fight at our best if we’re always afraid of being affected.
Image What’ll happen to the Earth if we can’t fight!?
Image I know what you’re saying, but we lack a vaccine for the Insania Virus. It’s all we can do to manage symptoms.
Image Research into a vaccine that can neutralize the virus is currently progressing at a rapid pace. Until it’s completed, I want all of you to fight carefully. I’m sorry we can only give bad news.
Image Captain…
Image But if Saruwatari can’t fight, then our firepower will decrease drastically.
Image The Okusaer can’t combine with itself.
Image There’s no need to worry about that. I’ve already prepped a replacement.
Image A replacement?
Image We’re adding two new robots and a new pilot.
Image New robots and a pilot too!?
Image Look at this.
[Monitor turns on]
Image Y-you didn’t!
Image We did. It’s the Go Okusaer and G-Zero Gunner!
Image Go Okusaer? It sounds similar to Neo Okusaer.
Image Of course they sound similar. The Go Okusaer is a prototype for the Neo.
Image A prototype?
Image It’s a robot that’s far more powerful than the Neo Okusaer, but it’s more difficult to control. We had no suitable pilot, so it was gathering dust in the back of the hangar for ages.
Image Don’t be rude! We’ve been doing proper maintenance on it even when it wasn’t being used! It’s ready to go at any time!
Image Don’t get angry over a misunderstanding…
Image As such, the G-Zero Gunner is the G-Gunner’s prototype. It has the Club Mariner as its core.
Image Five years ago during that climactic battle, the Club Mariner went missing, but it was recently discovered within a Mimetic Beast. Thanks to its recovery, we were able to rebuild the G-Zero Gunner.
Image We’re currently in the process of converting its control system into a single-seater. Once the final test is completed, it’ll return to active duty.
Image Kouji, you’ll be piloting the G-Zero Gunner. Got it?
Image That’s more than okay! I’ll cover for Saruwatari in the G-Zero!
Image Then please come with me. I need your help to finish the necessary adjustments.
Image Okay! Let’s go! I’m getting excited!
[Kouji and Shibakusa leave]
Image By the way, who’s going to pilot the Go Okusaer?
Image I was thinking about giving it to Anna.
Image Me!?
Image Just hold on a moment. Even I gave up on trying to pilot the Go Okusaer, remember? I don’t think Anna can do it.
Image Maybe, but I’d like to bet on her talent as a robot pilot.
Image Talent…
Image Can you do it, Anna?
Image I’m a little nervous, but I’ll give it a try! As Gocchin’s wife, I have to fill the hole he left behind!
Image So what are you going to do with the Neo Okusaer? You’re not going to mothball it, right?
Image No. The Neo Okusaer will go to the new pilot.
Image New pilot?
Image Enter!
[Door opens]
Image Ah, Mira! You’re the new pilot!?
Image Yes. I’ve finished my rehab. This is my first time piloting the Neo Okusaer in five years.
Image Come to think of it, I recall Van and the Siberian Railway guys were helping you with something. Still, it’s been a while since you were last in a cockpit. Are you sure you can deal with a real battle?
Image You have every right to be worried, but after I regained my memory, I restarted my pilot training from the very basics. I won’t be a burden.
Image I guarantee Mira’s ability as a pilot. Don’t worry.
Image I trust your judgment. Glad to have you back, Mira.
Image Hehe. Please be gentle.
Image (I’m finally able to protect what’s important to me!)
Image Anna, Mira, prepare your new units for combat. You never know when the next battle will start.
Image Yes sir!
Image Roger. I’ll head to the hangar now.
[Anna and Mira leave]
Image (Anna… I believe in you…)
[Alarm]
Image Report!
Image A new Mimetic Beast has appeared! It’s heading towards Dannar Base at high speed!
Image Why do they keep attacking like this!?
Image I guess they’ve recognized Dannar Base as their greatest enemy.
Image Their greatest enemy? Are we that amazing?
Image The Mimetic Beasts have been attacking bases around the world, which are their natural enemies. As a result, they’ve recognized that Dannar Base poses the greatest threat.
Image I can’t imagine Mimetic Beasts having that kind of wisdom!
Image A powerful enough instinct is equivalent to wisdom, perhaps even greater. Using past experiences and their instincts, they’ve decided they need to eliminate Dannar Base and the robots guarding it.
Image All hands, we will engage the Mimetic Beasts! Prepare to launch!
Image Roger! We’ll defend the base!

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Dannar Base Route Chapter 31A: Giants of Steel - Part 1

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Image All hands, move out! Give the Mimetic Beasts a warm welcome!

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Deploy the troops!

Image Listen up! Don’t let the Mimetic Beasts get close to Dannar Base!
Image Ugh. We’re up against infected units again. This is gonna be tough… Mira! How are you holding up?
Image Thank you for your concern, but I’m fine. Neo Okusaer is still adjusted for Anna, but I can make up for it with my ability!
Image Don’t push yourself!
Image So this is the Go Okusaer… It’s far more difficult to pilot than the Neo, but I’ll manage! We have to work hard so that Gocchin doesn’t have to fight. We can’t lose this battle!

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[Go Okusaer]
Almost exactly like the Neo Okusaer except with slightly higher stats and less range on its weapons. You’ll be using it as fusion material anyway.

Image This new robot, the Go Okusaer… I’ll master it so that Gocchin won’t have to fight!

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Mira has also inherited the Neo Okusaer. All upgrades you gave the Neo Okusaer also transferred to the Go.

Image Now that Goh is like that, I have to fight for him. Since I’m a pilot once more, I’ll have to make up for his absence!

Anyway, just beat up the Mimetic Beasts like normal. Despite what everyone said in the previous cutscene, nothing happens if a Mimetic Beast gets onto Dannar Base. Use the forest and the cliff’s defensive bonuses to avoid as much damage as possible.

Also, the Go Okusaer is considered a Godannar second season mech, meaning we now get this BGM, which I like more than the season one opening. I gave it to all Godannar units.

Super Robot Wars K - Engage!!! Godannar

Image It seems these guys take issue with Dannar Base’s existence. But we’re not so weak that we’ll just let it be destroyed!

Image Rapid or Rabid or whatever, I’ll fight until I die!!

Image I wish I could pilot the Go Okusaer, but I just don’t have the ability to control it… I’ll at least show that my Core Gunner is just as effective!

Image The Mimetic Beasts are showing signs of intelligence… This is worthy training!

Image Mimetic Beasts control the robots they fuse with! I don’t want that to happen to me!!

The plot continues when 8 enemies have been shot down.

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Image Crap! Enemies have appeared near Dannar Base!
Image Impossible! They didn’t appear on the radar!
Image They didn’t! They must have walked along the ocean floor!
Image That one’s a Trojan Horse type!

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Image Ahhhh!
Image The Trojan Horse is blasting the base with energy beams!

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Image Doctor! There was an explosion near the infirmary!
Image The infirmary!? Is Goh okay!?
Image I can’t tell!
Image What!?

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Image The Trojan Horse is charging up! It’s aiming at the base!
Image If we were to get hit by that attack…
Image All hands, brace for impact!
Image Nooo!

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Image What!? Who attacked it?
Image There’s someone standing at the end of the catapult!
Image It’s him!
Image Stars in the sky, flowers on the earth, love for other people! Humans cannot live alone! That’s why people fight to protect those they love! That’s why people are more beautiful than flowers and stars!
Image Is that the school principal?

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Image I’m here too!

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Image How about that!?
Image Kouji!
Image We just finished testing the G-Zero Gunner! Glad I made it in time!
Image Nice timing, Kouji!
Image Now, let us walk down the aisle!!
[The principal rips off his disguise]
Image Fly, you beautiful people!
(Tatsuya Aoi. Godannar. CV: Hiroya Ishimaru)
Image Dr. Aoi, who’s that?
Image Tatsuya Aoi.
Image What?
Image Wait, Aoi?
Image Yes. That’s my husband.
Image DAD!?
Image What are you waiting for!? Hurry up and defeat those Mimetic Beasts!
Image R-roger! Everyone, eliminate the Mimetic Beasts!
Image Okay!

Kouji’s got a slick new ride!

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[G-Zero Gunner]
A straight upgrade over the G-Gunner in every way. It even has an A rank in water for some reason. All of its attacks are ammo-based, so make sure you give Kouji B-Save and/or a cartridge if you want to continue using him.

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Move Kouji onto the base for the terrain and keep blasting at the Mimetic Beasts. Have the main group clean up the southern enemies first before moving northwest and taking on the reinforcements. The boss for this stage, the Trojan Horse, is just a bulkier Mimetic Beast with HP regen. Make sure you carve through all 60k HP in a single turn to avoid any complications.

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image All Mimetic Beasts have been destroyed!
Image Phew… Now I can finally breathe.
Image You moron! The battle isn’t over yet! Who’s letting their guard down!?
Image Eek!
Image The battle isn’t over? We’ve wiped out all the enemies!
Image What you’ve defeated was merely a decoy! The real enemy is elsewhere!
Image PARDON!!?
Image Hey, Hatter! Watch the volume!!
Image Get ready for the next mission! Return to Dannar Base!
Image R-roger!

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image It looks like everyone is here. Let me introduce him. This is Dr. Tatsuya Aoi, the founder of Dannar Base.
Image Dad…
Image So he’s Anna’s…
Image Yes. He’s Anna’s father. But it’s not like they’ve had much of a relationship. After all, he vanished when she was a baby.
Image Y-yeah…
Image Anna, I’ve never been there for you like a father should. Please forgive me for being a failure.
Image No. I recognize your voice. You were always there for me, Dad!
Image Now that you mention it, I’ve heard that voice before…
Image Same here.
(TL Note: Tatsuya was disguised as Anna’s school principal and the priest from the wedding, among other minor characters from the anime. He also has the same voice actor as Koji Kabuto.)
Image It’s a long story, but we don’t have time for it right now. We must defeat the leader of the Mimetic Beasts as soon as possible!
Image They have a leader?
Image In order to survive, a large number of Mimetic Beasts merged and gained the power to share each other’s abilities. After constant fusions, it became the Super Mimetic Beast, the leader of its species.
Image So that’s how they got so smart.
Image It’s through the fusion of many individuals. I can’t deny the possibility that they did it instinctually, but… In any case, it’s clear that they’ve become an entity that no longer attacks for no reason.
Image The leader’s goal is to wipe out humanity. To achieve this, it launched attacks on bases all over the world. Plus, they’ve assimilated our weapons to their side.
Image As we speak, it’s heading towards Japan. Someone, project the leader’s course!
Image Roger!
[Beeping]
Image Right after Mimetic Beasts started attacking Dannar Base, we picked up a giant Mimetic Beast on the radar. I believe that’s the leader.
Image The leader is to blame for the Trojan Horse attacking Dannar Base instead of a nearby city.
Image So that’s why they’ve been attacking us!
Image They were instructed to destroy Dannar Base if possible, but their primary objective was to buy time until the leader could make it here. If it makes landfall, it could cause an unimaginable amount of damage. We must stop that at all costs!
Image I want everyone to intercept the leader in order to keep civilian damage to a minimum.
Image If we defeat the leader, the rest of the Mimetic Beasts will be powerless! Normally I’d be happy about this, but is this the right thing to do?
Image No matter how powerful it is, defeating a single Mimetic Beast won’t change the world. However, it will let us survive this crisis.
[Beeping]
Image Doctor! The Super Mimetic Beast will make landfall soon!
Image It’s just one battle after another… This must also be part of their strategy…
Image Thinking about it won’t get us anywhere!
Image That’s right! All personnel, deploy immediately!
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Squad time! Everyone is being deployed. The groups are Mist/Sheldia, Anna, Goh, Chief, Fei Yen, Koji/Angelica, Mira, Hatter, Kouji/Shizuru, Sayaka, and Boss. Goh, Anna, and Mira are mandatory, but you cannot pair up Goh or Anna.

Last time, we defended Dannar Base from another Mimetic Beast assault and learned about the Super Mimetic Beast.

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[In the Sky]
Image We’ll soon reach the target!
Image There it is! The Super Mimetic Beast!
Image What an intimidating presence…
Image Heh! No matter who or what they are, there’s only one of them! If we concentrate our attacks on it, this should be a piece of cake!
Image You idiot! Don’t let your guard down even if you only see one enemy!
(Phone)
Image Ugh!
Image Your thoughtless statements aren’t befitting a veteran warrior, Kabuto!
Image I’m sorry! I got carried away…
Image (At least that refocused me!)
Image Surround the Super Mimetic Beast and kill it! Do whatever it takes to prevent it from making landfall!
Image Roger that, Dad!
Image Okay! Deploy on its left and right flanks! Surround the Super Mimetic Beast!
Image Leave the rear to me!
[Explosions]
Image GUOOOOOOOH!
(Super Mimetic Beast)
Image Great! The Super Mimetic Beast has stopped moving! Let’s go in for the kill!
Image Wait! Something seems off…
Image Angelica! Are you picking anything up!?
Image Not really… Huh? Wait, the Super Mimetic Beast is generating a lot of energy! Watch out! Everyone, get away from it!
Image Get away? Why?
Image If it releases all that energy at once, this entire area will be obliterated! Just run!
Image We won’t make it in time!
Image Uwaaaaah!
[Slowly fades to white as it explodes]

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image The Super Mimetic Beast is sending out space-time energy waves…
Image What!?
Image We’ve lost contact with all units.
Image Impossible! They were all killed!?
Image I don’t know. It’s possible that this is just due to radio interference by its attack…
Image Doctor, I heard what happened! I’m launching in Godannar!
(Phone)
Image Goh! What are you doing!?
Image Sorry, Doctor! I was busy repairing the base, so I didn’t notice Goh getting into his robot!
(Phone)
Image Stop Goh! Don’t let him fight! Shut down the catapult!
Image I can’t! The catapult was damaged by the Mimetic Beasts and can’t be sealed!
(Phone)
Image I’m coming to save you! Wait for me, Anna!
[Goh launches]
Image Godannar has launched!
Image Goh!
Image …
Image (I’m counting on you to save Anna, Goh!)

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Dannar Base Route Chapter 31B: Giants of Steel - Part 2

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Image Anna! Where are you!? ANNAAAAA!
Image Dammit! So that’s the Super Mimetic Beast, eh!? Bastard! GIVE ANNA BACK!
Image GUOOOOOOH!

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Image Tch. So you called your friends, huh!? But if you think this will scare me, you’re wrong! I’ll defeat all of you by myself!
Image Goh! Don’t fight! If you fight any more, you’ll be consumed by Rabid Syndrome!
(Phone)

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Image That’s Blade Gainer!
Image Stay back, Godannar!

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Image Gwaah! Bastard!
Image Look at me, Lou!
Image I’m looking, Ken!
Image Lou! Are you in there!?
Image This is your final lesson! Sear this hideous form into your retinas! This is the fate of a man who lives for revenge!
Image Ken, you’re different from everyone else! You’re still you! Don’t leave me alone!

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Image There! UUUOOOOOOOOH!

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Image Remember what you see here… This is your future. This is the end of one who fights endlessly!

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[The Super Mimetic Beast leaves]
Image Lou! LOOOOOOUUUUUUUU!
Image Damn you, Super Mimetic Beast! I’ll avenge everyone! I’LL AVENGE ANNA AND LOUUUUU!!

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Image HOW DARE YOU! HOW DARE YOU! UOOOOOOOOOOOH!
Image Saruwatari, your heart rate is increasing!
(Phone)
Image You’re in danger!
(Phone)
Image Goh, stop fighting!
Image UUWAAAAAAAAHHHHH!

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Image I’LL NEVER FORGIVE YOU… I’LL NEVER FORGIVE YOU… I’LL NEVER FORGIVE YOOOOOOOOOOOU!
Image The Insania reaction has exceeded 170. This isn’t looking good.

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Image UUUOOOOOOOOOOOH!
Image Saruwatari has been consumed by Rabid Syndrome…
Image Goh!
(Phone)
Image Is it too late?
Image UUUOOOOOOOOOOOH!

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Deploy the squad!

Image Whew… I thought I was dead…
Image If Kabuto never noticed the Super Mimetic Beast acting up, we would have just charged in and died…
Image You’re a true veteran, Koji Kabuto!
Image Thank Tatsuya Aoi for reminding me to focus.
Image Hey, look! Godannar is surrounded by Mimetic Beasts!
Image I can’t see the Super Mimetic Beast… Did Godannar defeat it?
Image But who’s piloting Godannar?
Image Goh is.
Image Gocchin!? He’s not supposed to be fighting, right? Why is he here?
Image Calm down and listen carefully. Goh has developed Rabid Syndrome.
Image What!?
Image He is no longer Goh. He’s a fighting machine that will continue to fight as his fighting instinct dictates! Much like the Mimetic Beasts, Godannar has become a threat to humanity!
Image No…
Image That’s ridiculous! Are you saying Godannar is our enemy!?
Image Exactly.
Image You’re lying! Gocchin! Wake up!
Image …

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Image No… Gocchin! Can you hear me!? It’s Anna! Your wife!
Image …
Image No matter what you say to him, it’s useless. If you leave him like this, he’ll become humanity’s enemy. Is there some way to drag him out of Godannar?
Image I have an idea. We’ll whip up a quick little program for Godannar.
Image What are you talking about, Momochie?
Image We’re not Dannar Base operators for no reason! If we focus, we can put together a program that’ll forcibly combine Godannar and Go Okusaer! That way, Anna can directly help Saruwatari!
Image But to do it this quickly…
Image We can do it! How many talented people do you think work at this base?
Image Okay. If you say so…
Image I can’t hear you!
Image Let’s do it!
Image Okay, give it a try!
Image On it!
Image Everyone… Thank you!
Image GWAAAAAH!

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Image Ahh! Goh! Stop it!
Image Apparently, preliminary instruction is required before the program can be used.
Image It’s impossible to force Godannar to combine with Go Okusaer as it is right now. Damage Godannar and stop it from moving!
Image But don’t shoot it down!
Image Roger that! We won’t make that kind of mistake!
Image Good! Eliminate the Mimetic Beasts and stop Godannar from moving! Got it!?
Image Okay! Let’s go!

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Welcome to the Godannar finale! Our first boss is a really pissed off Goh in Godannar. In this state, he has a long-ranged attack and he’ll use it to blast your units as they get closer. The first condition of the stage is to reduce Godannar’s HP to below 10% without shooting it down. There’s also the swarm of Mimetic Beasts behind him that will advance and make things difficult for you. Plus, you’ll have to advance through the water in order to get closer.

What makes things even worse is that the Mimetic Beasts have absorbed some pretty nasty robots, like Destroy Gundams and Zamza-Zahs. Watch who’s attacking you so you can respond in kind. Giving some units water terrain parts might be ideal, since most enemies will have trouble attacking units underwater. G-Zero Gunner should stay underwater since it has an A rank there.

Here are the first battle lines.

Image Rabid Syndrome… It’s not something I can overcome with just willpower. It’s more annoying than the Crystal Heart… But I have no choice but to keep fighting the Mimetic Beasts for peace on Earth!

Image They said that Rabid Syndrome is dangerous because it’s triggered by an intense fighting spirit. But that doesn’t mean we won’t fight!

Image I have to save Gocchin! Get out of my way!

Image Since Saruwatari is indisposed, I have to do my best!!

Image Goh must be suffering… That’s why I have to save him! Wait for me, Goh. But first, I have to get rid of these annoying pests!

And the lines when fighting Goh.

Image Saruwatari… I can’t believe you’ve become the Mimetic Beasts’ minion…
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Image I can’t let you destroy the city you tried so hard to protect. I’ll stop you!

Image Saruwatari! Don’t give up! You’re the glue that holds us all together!
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Image Gocchin! Please listen to me! Gocchin!
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Image He can’t hear me from here. I’ll be able to fuse with you soon, so wait for me, Gocchin!

Image Saruwatari… No. Goh Saruwatari! Getting taken over by the enemy makes you a failure of a hero!
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Image Tch. No reaction? I’ll snap you out of it!

Image Goh! I didn’t come back to life just to see you like this!
Image …
Image Let’s go back to how things were five years ago!

The plot continues once you’ve weakened Godannar.

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Image Great! Godannar has stopped moving!
Image What about the program!?
Image It’s almost finished! Just a moment!
Image Gocchin… I’ll be there to help you soon. Just wait…
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Image Goh… Once you develop Rabid Syndrome, there’s no going back. I… I don’t want to have to kill you! Goh!

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Image Mira! What are you doing!?
Image Mira, you can’t…
Image Gravity…

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Image Stop! Mira!
Image !!
Image Let me talk to him!
Image It’s useless! Goh is gone!
Image I’m sure he’ll hear me once we combine!
Image You think you can get through to someone who’s consumed by Rabid Syndrome?
Image I will! I’m Gocchin’s wife!
Image It’s pointless! I have to kill him!
Image You can’t, Mira!
Image Stop this, Mira! Didn’t you give your life to protect him before!?
Image I did.
Image So how can you kill him!?
Image Exactly! Don’t do it!
Image Goh isn’t afraid of dying!
Image Huh?
Image He’s afraid of becoming the enemy of those he’s trying to protect. That’s what he fears more than anything!
Image Ah…
Image You’re all pilots too, so you should understand his feelings!
Image !
Image Damn…
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Image I’m sure Goh is prepared just like how I was five years ago. Back then, I was willing to die for him. There was no fear or sadness, just a desire to protect him. That’s all I wanted. I believe that the choice I made back then was the right one. I died for the one I love because that’s what true love is!
Image That’s not true! Once you die, it’s all over!
Image Don’t be so naive!
Image Huh?
Image I’m a woman who has died once already. I know better than anyone how cruel time can be! You’re the only one I don’t want to preach to me about pain and suffering!
Image Mira…
Image Mira…
Image If you understand, then get out of my way!
Image (Goh, I won’t let you die alone. Let’s go back together to that day five years ago…)
Image Gravity Bomber! Nano Pressure!

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Image That attack!
Image She’s compressing the Gravity Bomber to nano size to create a micro black hole. If she fires that at Godannar from that range, it’ll be destroyed for sure!
Image A micro black hole!? If she does that, she’ll get caught up in it!
Image It’ll explode on impact!
Image I told her to eject.
Image 55 seconds until the Gravity Bomber fires!
Image Goh is mine! I won’t let anyone else have him!
Image NO!
[Anna moves next to Godannar if not already]
Image Anna! I won’t let you have Goh! I’ll kill him and myself!
Image You’re wrong!
Image I don’t need to be right! All I want is for Goh to love only me! If only I stayed dead. Then I wouldn’t have had to go through all this pain!
Image Is it because I’m here?
Image Exactly. If you never existed, if you never met Goh, then I wouldn’t have to feel like this!
Image I’m disappointed in you, Mira! Was your decision five years ago just for Gocchin’s sake? Was he the only one you wanted to protect? No! I refuse to believe it! It’s only because Gocchin survived that so many other lives were saved! That’s why you sacrificed yourself, right!?
Image T-that’s…
Image I was one of those many lives. The only reason I’m here now is because you saved Gocchin! I’m here because of you! So I won’t let him die! I won’t let you die either!
Image Anna…
Image Doctor! It’s done!
Image The program is complete!
Image Godannar can now change drives!
Image Good! The rest is up to you, Anna!
Image Good luck, Anna!
Image I’m rooting for you!
Image Yeah! Here I come, Gocchin!

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Super Robot Wars K - Engage!!! Godannar
Image I’m here, Gocchin!
Image ANNA… DON’T LOOK AT ME…
Image I’m not scared. There’s nothing to be afraid of. It’s just us here. That’s why… That’s why…
Image ANNA…
Image I love you, Gocchin!

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Image Gocchin!
Image Anna, take me to the Mimetic Beast… With you here, I can fight!
Image Got it!
Image What amazing power!
Image Control of Godannar has been regained!
Image Controlling a robot is much like controlling a husband.
Image UUOOOOOOOOOOOH!
Image UUOOOOOOOOH!
Image Hell yeah! Godannar is back!
Image Good job, Anna!

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Image My friends! This isn’t the time to be happy!
Image The Super Mimetic Beast!
Image You surprised us once, but now we’ll return the favor!
Image Anna, help me out. While I’m still myself, let’s defeat that Mimetic Beast!
Image Yeah! Let’s go, Gocchin!

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[Godannar Twin Drive Mode (Go)]
While technically the same unit as its TDM mode before, this version is fused with Go Okusaer instead of Neo Okusaer. It’s slightly stronger than the Neo version. Besides that, it’s exactly the same.

After this stage, you can still combine Godannar with Mira’s Neo Okusaer if you really want to.

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The final boss of this plot is the Super Mimetic Beast. It has HP and EN regen, and a massive MAP attack. It also won’t move, so you’ll have to come to it. Deal with the grunts first before you start moving northward into its range. Use defensive spirits on your approach to not get blasted by that MAP.

Image Even if I defeat you, Saruwatari’s condition won’t improve… But at least defeating you will satisfy his anger and regrets!

Image Super Mimetic Beast! I’ll defeat you and restore peace to the world!
Image With Gocchin by my side, I can defeat anyone! I’m invincible right now!

Image So that’s the leader of the Mimetic Beasts… If we defeat it, the other Mimetic Beasts will lose their intelligence and get weaker!

Image So you’re the boss, eh? I’ll defeat you and end this war against the Mimetic Beasts!

Image My fate was twisted by the Mimetic Beasts… I’ll defeat you and transform that distortion into happiness!

The map ends once the Super Mimetic Beast is taken out.

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Image Anna! Let’s finish this!
Image Got it, Gocchin!

Mitsuko Horie & Ichirou Mizuki - ENGAGE!!! Godannar

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Image Wow… What strength!
Image Those two are strong…
Image The divine giant of steel will become a true messenger of justice by obtaining a human soul! That was the basic idea behind my recommendation to create giant robots to combat the Mimetic Beasts.
Image The strength of combining the power of a god with the soul of a human, huh…
Image That’s right, Kiriko. You want to know why I chose giant robots? It’s that.

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Image The Super Mimetic Beast is charging up again! It’s more powerful than before!
Image It’s using the same attack again! Everyone, retreat!
Image There’s no need for that! We’ll just crush it before it can attack! Anna, let’s go!
Image Yeah!
Image Godannar! Saruwatari!
Image It’s too dangerous!
Image You’re going to die, my friends!
Image Hang on! I’m getting a robot reaction from inside the Super Mimetic Beast!
Image What!?

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Image Wow! A robot popped out!
Image That’s the Cell Blader that Lou was piloting!
Image It was absorbed into the Super Mimetic Beast’s body!
Image His weak point is that light! There’s no point in hitting anything else! It’ll just regenerate!

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Image I see it! That’s why Ken…
Image Yes! Ken sacrificed himself to tell us this! Goh! Use me!
Image Got it! Let’s go, Lou! UUOOOOOOOOOOOH!

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Image See that!? THIS IS OUR TRIPLE DRIVE!
[The Super Mimetic Beat and any remaining enemies explode in a massive explosion]
Image We did it! We finally did it! And you’re still you! Hey, Gocchin…
Image …
(Darkened)
Image Gocchin! Answer me, Gocchin!
Image Anna! What’s wrong An-- Goh! Oh no…
Image He’s not dead yet. I’m getting a life reading from him.
Image But judging from the data, his Rabid Syndrome has only gotten worse. He’s probably no longer human…
Image No way… Gocchin… He was like he normally is just a moment ago… Why… NOOOOOOOO!
Image No way… Saruwatari…
Image And after he pushed himself so hard to defeat that Mimetic Beast…
Image Doctor! Isn’t there a cure!?
Image That’s right! Is there nothing you can do!?
Image …It’s not like there’s no chance of salvation.
Image Huh? You can save Gocchin!?
Image Research into the Insania Virus is progressing at a rapid rate. We’ve gathered a lot of data from the cells of Mira, Max, and other infected people. With PLANT’s help, we’ve begun research into genetically engineered treatments. But who knows how long it’ll take to create a cure…
Image You can save him, right Mom!? I mean, Dad is here too! Professor Sakon and Kira can help! Dr. Shiba too!
Image I agree. If we gather our smartest together, we might be able to do something to help bring Saruwatari back to normal.
Image It’s not like he’s dead yet. Let’s work towards finding a cure!
Image That’s right. Let me take you back to Dannar Base, Gocchin. We’ll return you to normal and when the fighting is over, I’ll give you a nice haircut.
Image …
Image Godannar is returning to base!
Image Come back quickly, Anna.
Image Yeah.

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image We’re home!
Image Good work out there, everyone.
Image It’s Godannar and Saruwatari’s drive that should get all the thanks.
Image Of course, I did my best out there too!
Image Idiot! Read the room!!
Image Goh should be punished for disobeying orders, but we’re grateful.
Image What happened to him anyway?
Image Anna and Shinobu brought him to the infirmary. Lou is with them too.
Image Saruwatari looked terrible…
Image If I keep fighting, I might end up like him too…
Image You won’t! If it comes to that, I’ll stop you from fighting.
Image D-don’t give me that look. It’ll be fine. Dr. Aoi will find a cure!
Image Koji…
Image By the way, where’s your husband, Dr. Aoi?
Image He left for his next job.
Image Huh? But we defeated the Super Mimetic Beast, so what else is there for him to do?
Image Helping the victims, rebuilding the destroyed city, researching the cure for Rabid Syndrome… There’s plenty to do.
Image Right… He’s not just a combat commander, is he…
Image And we haven’t eradicated the Mimetic Beasts yet either. Their appearances may slow down, but the war against them continues.
Image It’s been a while since you last saw him, right? And yet, you were only reunited for such a short time…
Image I’m used to it by now. I mean, I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t lonely. But it’s for the best if we work to restore peace as soon as possible.
Image You’re strong, Doctor. I know I wouldn’t be able to handle it…
Image Are you afraid of being separated from Kabuto?
Image I never said that! I’m just saying that I wouldn’t want to be away from my future husband for that long.
Image But you’re thinking about Kabuto, aren’t you?
Image I-I’m not! Just drop it!
[Beeping]
Image Doctor, incoming call from the Archangel.
Image Really? On screen!

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[???]
Image It’s been a while, my “fragment”...
(???. Darkened)
Image Welcome back, Lord Ru-Cobol.
Image Ispail and Verini were killed by Earthlings from two planets. Is that correct?
(Ru-Cobol. OG. CV: N/A)
(TL Note: Depending on your heroine route, Ru-Cobol will either be the girl seen here (Sheldia route), or an older man (Angelica route).)
Image It’s not just Earthlings. In the past, we used the Planet Crisis to destroy the Cruzians. Their descendants’ Revrius is helping the Earthlings.
Image The Revrius? Ah, you mean the machine that houses the Crystal Heart. I thought I destroyed it on Atreem, but to think it ended up on such a remote planet.
Image Both Ispail and Verini were killed by that machine. It’s dangerous.
Image Ridiculous.
Image Sir?
Image Gazum, how many of my memories do you have?
Image Um… I’m sorry. I don’t remember anything about the Crystal Heart.
Image Then that leaves us with one option. Last year, I was threatened by the Crystal Heart. That’s because I was defeated by a Crystal Heart in the past. So when I found out that Atreem had a Crystal Heart, I went there, challenged the Revrius, and won. If there were no more Crystal Hearts, I would no longer be afraid.
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Image Don't you get it? There are only a few people who could use it. In the battle at Atreem, only one user showed its true strength. It took me by surprise.
Image Sir! I’m sorry for not knowing.
Image It’s fine. More importantly, I discovered someone with a deep connection to my current vessel.
Image Really?
Image It’s a deep connection… One akin to siblings…
Image A familial relation, huh…
Image Yes. If that’s the case, then there’s a high possibility that they have a powerful “fragment” in their body.
Image (Moreover, that woman probably possesses a “fragment” that’s adapted to the Crystal Heart, just like this body… If I obtain it, I won’t have any weaknesses…)
Image Gazum. Capture that person at all costs. Alive.
Image Sir! Understood!
Image By the way, about that negative energy that Ispail was gathering…
Image It’s not a substitute for “fragments”, but it’s still useful. Before we destroy the planet, obtain more negative energy. If Ispail had awakened to my consciousness, he would not have destroyed himself with unnecessary ambition. Even if he absorbed every “fragment”, he would only become an entity identical to me.
Image What about the prisoner?
Image Squeeze as much negative energy out of that woman as you can. Then blow up the planet with the Planet Crisis. After that, I’ll absorb the “fragments” from Ispail, Verini, and you. Got it?
Image Sir…
Image Then go.

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[Dannar Base, Infirmary]
Image …Gocchin, can you hear me? I’ll get you back to normal. Just please be patient…
Image Big bro, you’ve been fighting so hard. I’ve always made fun of you, and I’m sorry for that. One day, I’ll become a pilot just like you and fight for everyone’s sake!
Image Shinobu…
Image So hurry up and return to normal. Teach me how to pilot a robot…
Image (Goh… Just like Ken, you stuck to the path you believed in…)
[Door opens]
Image Good news, everyone!
Image Mom!
Image I just got an update from the Archangel that includes data on how humans and Festum can coexist. According to Dr. Toumi on Tatsumiya Island, if we apply this data, we can create a drug that’s effective against the Insania Virus!
Image Really? Really really!?
Image Really. Between assimilation, fusion, and symbiosis, there are apparently many similarities between the Festum and Mimetic Beasts. I’m sure we’ll create a cure for Rabid Syndrome!
Image So Gocchin will be saved! Gocchin… Gocchin! I’m so happy!
Image Same here, Anna.
Image The Archangel is heading here as we speak. We’ll start development as soon as they arrive. Just be patient for a little while longer.
Image Okay! Thank you, Mom!
Image Goh, hurry up and get better for Anna’s sake!
Image …
Image I’m sorry, Lou. If a cure was found sooner, we could have saved Ken…
Image It’s fine. I think he died without any regrets…
Image Lou…
Image By the way, where’s Dad? Oh… Sorry, Lou…
Image It’s fine. Don’t worry about me…
Image He’s already left. Such is the life of a busy man.
Image Dang it! I haven’t talked to him yet!
Image He’s always watching over you. You know that, right?
Image …Yeah.
Image Once this battle is over, he’ll finally come home. Then the three of us… No. The five of us, with Goh and Shinobu, will live as a family.
Image With Lou, that makes six!
Image But I…
Image I want to know how you feel… I never realized how painful it is to lose someone you love. I want to help you. Ever since you left with Ken, Gocchin and I regretted how we treated you. We’ve been worried sick. Now that the Mimetic Beast threat has gone down, if it’s okay with you, will you live with us?
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Image We’re still fighting against invaders. If you’re willing to join us, we’d be happy to have you, Lou.
Image I’m sure Gocchin will be against you fighting, but don’t worry. I’ll change his mind. You’re a proper pilot. It was thanks to you that we were able to defeat the Super Mimetic Beast.
Image …I’m sorry for leaving all of a sudden and causing you to worry. Please forgive me. Let me fight for Earth with you guys.
Image Yay! Welcome home, Lou!
Image I’m home…
Image The Archangel and Daiku-Maryu will be back soon. Then we can start preparing for the final battle!
Image The Daiku-Maryu is on its way back too?
Image Yes. They contacted me right after the Archangel did. They said they defeated the Darius Army.
Image Really? So we won’t have to worry about them.
Image What do you mean by final battle anyway?
Image I mean it literally. We will challenge the remaining invaders targeting Earth in a climactic battle and bring peace back to the planet!
Image The final battle… I hope Gocchin will be able to join us.
Image We can’t let such a talented pilot sleep like this, can we? We’ll find a cure quickly and bring him back to the front lines. I kinda feel sorry for him, though.
Image Yeah!
[Beeping]
Image Doctor, we’re getting a call from someone calling themselves Captain Kaiji…
(Phone)
Image Captain Kaiji? I’ve never heard that name before. Connect him to the infirmary.
Image Roger.
Image Madam. I am Captain Kaiji.
(Kaiji. GXS. CV: Masaya Onosaka) (Phone)
Image The Boss is a man of the sea!
(Phone)
Image I’m Kiriko Aoi, Commander of Dannar Base. What can I do for you, Captain?
Image Just Kaiji. I found something that was lost. Things lost at sea don’t belong to anyone, but I believe this is yours.
Image I lost something?
Image It’s rather large, so it scares the fish. I’m fine with it personally, but not as a Captain.
Image That’s right, Boss!
Image The ocean is big. The ocean is wild.
Image Wild! We’re giving you your lost thing back!
Image Slow down! What are you talking about?
Image The ocean is amazing! Are you happy?
Image Happy!
Image Nice to meet you! Bye, madam!
[They hang up]
Image Who was that man?
Image He was very strange.
Image What’s the lost item anyway?
[Beeping]
Image Doctor! It seems a giant robot washed up on a nearby beach!
(Phone)
Image What!?
Image I’m sending you the video now!
Image That’s Blade Gainer!
Image Is that the lost item!?
Image Ken… Is Ken still alive!?
Image Any word from the pilot?
Image Yes. We have detected life signs from inside the robot. A rescue team is on its way.
Image Ken! Ken!!
[Lou runs out]
Image Lou! And she’s gone. But she looked really happy… They’ll take him here anyway.
Image Doctor, the Archangel and Daiku-Maryu are almost here!
Image Excellent! Come on, let’s go greet them!
Image Yeah!

If you didn’t get the Blade Gainer secret, just skip that part with Kaiji. Since this is the last we’ll see of this save file, I’ll show off the secret unit now.

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[Blade Gainer (Normal and Twin Drive Mode)]
By itself, the Blade Gainer is stronger than normal Godannar, but weaker than TDM Godanner. It’s just as much of a close ranged fighter too. When it combines with Cell Blader into its own TDM mode, it’s about on par with the titular robot with no additional attacks. Overall, it’s like another Godannar, which isn’t a bad thing at all.

Godannar TDM (Go) also now has the “Godannar Triple Drive” combination attack with Cell Blader.
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It’s time for the Tatsumiya Island route! This route will cover both save files, especially since both the Gundam and Fafner secrets culminate on this split. However, the screenshots and gameplay will be on the Angelica/Gundam save. I’ll go over how I’m writing the mutually exclusive secrets when we get to that point.

Squad time! We’ve got 20+4 slots to work with. Solos are Kazuki, Mamoru, Michio, Van, Shinn, Kira, Sven, Cagalli, Priscilla, Lacus, Athrun, Canon, Yzak, Dearka, Waltfeld, Heine, and Hilda. Pairs are Maya/Kenji, Nero/Selene, Mist/Angelica, Roll/Sheldia, and Lunamaria/Mu. Mandatory deployments are Kazuki, Maya, Mamoru, and Michio. Mamoru and Michio cannot be paired up.

Last time, the team split into three to tackle three very important objectives. Mist, Angelica, and Sheldia head to Tatsumiya Island on the Archangel to learn more about the Festum and stop the Alliance from committing another genocide.

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[Earth Alliance, Fafner Research Facility]
Image This is the final test. I never expected you’d be able to pilot a Salvator Model to this extent, Yukie.
Image Thank you very much!
(Phone)
Image I entrust the fate of humanity and my dreams to you. I’m counting on you.
Image Yes, Mitsuhiro.
Image Let us begin.
Image Wait. The pilot’s biometrics are abnormal!
Image Of course they are. She’s been given an enhancer that accelerates the Festum Factor. She got a near lethal dose.
Image But…
Image It’s so that she can master that machine. She agreed to this. Since her time remaining is short, stop wasting time.
Image (Finally… Something good…)
Image Hmm? What’s wrong? Why won’t you release the cage?
Image We’ve finished understanding this place through me.
Image What!?
[The screen flashes green as the researcher transforms]
Image We will obtain your emotions and abilities through me.
Image Your appearance changed! Are you a Festum? Abort the test! Seal the Fafner’s core!
Image Mitsuhiro! What’s happening!?
Image It’s a Festum! Seal the cockpit!
Image On it… I can’t! The controls are… AH! My body! It’s crystallizing!
Image …
Image No… My body… My body!! No, no, NOOOOOOOO!
Image You are me!
Image AHHHHHHHHHHH!!
Image You’ve taken over all of our systems!? Dammit… My Fafner!
Image We have obtained this unit thanks to me.
Image My… My dream… Ahaha… Ahahahaha!
Image …
Image Stop… Don’t kill Mitsuhiro… Please…
Image …
Image NOOOOOOOOO!!
[Explosion]
Image M-Mitsuhiro… How dare you kill him… My precious… person… I won’t forgive… I’ll… UWAAAAAAAAAH!
Image So this is hatred… HATREEEED!!

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[Archangel, Cafeteria]
Image Tatsumiya Island, huh… It feels like it’s been ages since we were last home.
Image Yeah. We’ve been away for so long…
Image A lot has happened in a short amount of time.
Image (I wonder how Yumiko is doing…)
Image What’s wrong, Triple Six? Are you thinking about something?
Image It’s nothing…
Image I see.
Image I still can’t believe we visited another planet. We've never even left the island before.
Image After all the fighting is done, do you think we can take a vacation to Darius?
Image If we hadn't been called back, we might have been on the Darius team. I wish I could have gone!
Image We’re about to face the Festum. Quit acting so relaxed!
Image Sakura, you’re always on edge.
Image It’s not good to relax too much before a battle, but being on edge all the time is also a problem.
Image I think killing even one Festum puts my father’s soul at ease. I can’t let my guard down when we’re about to go into a den of them!
Image Sakura, you’re a martial arts expert, right? I think you’d be much stronger if you fought calmer.
Image I’m weaker than you… Weaker than Kazuki… I know fighting like this won’t make me stronger, nor will it honor his spirit.
Image I’ll be just like him, your father. I’ll become stronger than anyone!
Image You idiot! Like hell you can! You’re a cowardly, pathetic, attention-seeking womanizer! The complete opposite of him! How could you possibly be like him!?
Image Feelings make people stronger. I’m sure it’s not impossible.
Image That’s right. It might happen, Sakura.
Image You don’t have to push yourself. I mean, if you try and you’re no longer there…
Image Is this a suspension bridge effect? Or something like that?
Image It doesn’t matter. It’s rare to see Sakura look happy. I haven’t seen that expression before…
Image …
Image What’s up, Mamoru?
Image I thought I’d be the one to protect them. Even if I couldn’t protect everyone, I wanted to make sure that Kenji and Sakura were safe.
Image Mamoru…
Image Dammit, you’re talking about me behind my back! Ugh!
Image What’s wrong, Sakura!?
Image My head… Ugh…
Image (What’s happening… My mind is fading… No! No… Kenji… Kenji…)
[Sakura collapses]
Image Sakura! Wake up! Sakura!
Image …
Image The assimilation phenomenon is progressing. We need to get Dr. Toumi to look at her right away!
Image Mom’s in the infirmary! Let’s take her there!
Image Hurry!

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[Archangel, Infirmary]
Image I gave her medicine and the assimilation has stopped for now, but her consciousness is probably already…
Image …
Image How could this happen to her?
[Door opens]
Image I heard a Fafner pilot collapsed. How are they doing?
Image Lacus… Kira and Athrun too.
Image …
Image What happened?
Image The assimilation has begun.
Image Assimilation? But she never came into contact with a Festum.
Image You see…
Image Dr. Toumi, we can’t keep it a secret any longer. We need to tell them the truth.
Image Huh? What truth?
Image All pilots of Nothung Models are destined to end up like her.
Image W-what!?
[Some time passes]
Image …And that’s the full story.
Image Y-you mean…
Image There are Festum genes implanted into the pilots.
Image So the more we pilot Fafners, the closer we get to dying?
Image It’s not dying. It’s a crystallization of our bodies caused by chromosomal changes.
Image We’ll end up like her some day?
Image If Dr. Toumi’s research is successful, we can prevent assimilation. We won’t have to end up like Sakura.
Image But she’s already… *Cries*
Image …
Image Sakura… Sakura! Please answer me, Sakura! WAAAAAAH!
Image Kenji…

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image How’s Sakura looking?
Image Well…
Image That bad, huh?
Image Thanks to Dr. Toumi’s treatment, the assimilation has stopped for now, but it seems she won’t ever wake up again.
Image Poor thing…
Image We just learned that the children of Tatsumiya carry Festum genes in their bodies. They’re suppressing it with medicine, but their bodies are slowly being assimilated.
Image So they’ll all…
Image I heard that they’re doing research on Tatsumiya to prevent that from happening.
Image To think they’d be burdened with such a cruel fate at that age…
Image And yet, they’re fighting instead of running away. Those children are stronger than me.
Image Anyway, let’s hurry to Tatsumiya Island. They might have a way to cure Sakura.

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[Alvis, Percival Room]
Image Commander Makabe! I heard Sakura’s assimilation has started!
Image Soushi reported that her consciousness is already gone.
Image Already? Dammit…
Image The Archangel is on its way here. Once they arrive, we’ll show Dr. Toumi the data and have her create a cure.
Image That data was sent by Akane… By the Festum, right?
Image Yes. If we analyze that data, we might find something useful.
Image It has a lot of data on how the Festum works. I’m sure we can find a way to save Sakura.
Image Yeah… I hope so…
[Beeping]
Image Commander Makabe, the Archangel is requesting permission to dock.
Image Permission granted. As soon as they land, take Sakura to the infirmary.
Image Roger!
Image Also, tell Lacus to gather the crew in Alvis’ conference room.
Image Okay.
Image Mizugochi, come with me.
Image Sir.

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[Alvis, Conference Room]
Image I’ve gathered you all here because there’s something I want you to see.
Image What is it?
Image A few days ago, Tatsumiya Island was attacked by a large number of Festum.
Image A few days ago? But all of the Fafners were with us, right?
Image Even with help from various countries, I don’t think you’d survive without the Fafners. What happened?
Image …A Festum saved us.
Image A Festum was killing its brethren.
Image Huh!?
Image Is this just like before?
Image Most likely. I think most of you are aware of this, but this has happened before.
Image The Festum that saved us requested dialogue. What I’ll show you now is a recording of said meeting.
[A screen turns on]
Image It’s Commander Makabe and a woman in a white coat.
Image Isn’t that…
Image Where’s the Festum?
Image They’ll probably show up shortly. Calm down.
Image The woman in the white coat is the Festum in question.
Image What!?
Image (Mom… No. That’s the Festum that gave me the Mark Sein in Moldova…)
Image (Recording) Festum, why do you have that face!? What are you plotting!? How could Festum fight each other!? Are you implying there’s been a split between different groups of Festum?
Image (Recording) If you look at the situation in its extreme, that answer is possible, but this leads to an even more unknown answer for us.
Image (Recording) An unknown answer?
Image (Recording) Once we assimilate humans, we sometimes form personalities. These personalities quickly meld throughout our entire being. But for some reason, Akane Makabe continued to exist inside our core.
Image (Recording) Akane?
Image (Recording) It was only a minor disturbence, but it took nearly ten years to fully integrate into us. But over the course of those ten years, numerous factors resonated with her. A field with time as an absolute axis was formed within us. That is the me that exists here now.
Image (Recording) Why was Akane’s personality the only one to have any effect on you? You must have assimilated countless humans!
Image (Recording) That is the unknown we still seek answers to. But the answer has emerged in the form of a phenomenon. It’s because Akane Makabe desired assimilation.
Image (Recording) She asked for this!? That’s absurd!
Image (Recording) The moment Akane Makabe came into contact with us, she welcomed us and was blessed by us in return.
Image (Recording) Blessed?
Image (Recording) That’s the word that describes our dimension in relation to your existence. Our acts of assimilation and destruction are blessings to all that exist in the universe. Akane Makabe realized that.
Image (Recording) She did?
Image (Recording) She was the first human to understand us. That’s why she’s able to influence us.
Image (Recording) Are you saying that humans can understand the Festum?
Image (Recording) This existence is proof of that. As a result of Akane Makabe’s understanding and blessing, I have become an enemy of the Mir and we have become one.
[The screen turns off]
Image Akane Makabe was my wife and a former Alliance pilot. Even before she died, she was looking for a way to reach mutual understanding with the Festum. After being assimilated, her ideals influenced the Festum over the course of a decade. That’s the gist of it.
Image Humans and Festum understanding each other… That Festum proves it’s possible.
Image But it took a decade to prove, right? Who knows how long it’ll take for that understanding to spread.
Image That’s true. Moreover, the road to mutual understanding is difficult. Here’s the rest of the video.
[The screen turns on again]
Image (Recording) Why did you come here?
Image (Recording) Because we have a favor to ask you, who are close to me.
Image (Recording) What favor?
Image (Recording) The core connected to me is Akane Makabe’s resonant core and the path to all answers. But because of that, it has been captured by the Mir in the Arctic and is in danger of being annihilated. I want you to save that core.
Image (Recording) Are you saying your own kind is going to erase you?
Image (Recording) Yes. We are here as the successor to Akane Makabe’s will. But if things continue like this… If something were to happen to our core within the Mir, we will have no choice but to disappear as something that never existed in the first place.
Image (Recording) Is Akane still speaking to the Festum?
Image (Recording) She continues to resonate as one of many. Before humanity and the Mir destroy each other, I want you to make contact with my core. I believe I can give you what you need here.
Image (Recording) Give us what we need? Are you going to give us back the lives you took?
Image (Recording) That’s impossible. We can’t manipulate time either. But in the future, where the gravity of time hasn’t reached us, you and us can share what we both desire. Here, you will be given what you need.
[The screen turns off]
Image Right after this, the Festum sent a massive amount of data to Tatsumiya’s computers. Methods to protect mechs from Festum attacks. The interaction patterns between Festum and humans… All of this is valuable data.
[The screen turns on again]
Image (Recording) This is all we can give you for now. Most of the answers remain trapped within the Mir.
Image (Recording) If we save your core, will the children be saved? Will they be able to avoid assimilation?
Image (Recording) The assimilation of their bodies is only the first stage. Akane Makabe’s resonance core is leading to many answers beyond that. It may be possible to stop the assimilation process. Please, rescue my core before it disappears.
[The screen turns off]
Image That concludes the conversation I had with the Festum. After hearing this, I elected to participate in the Alliance’s operation. I agreed in order to rescue the Festum’s core, which had taken on the form of Akane.
Image This will avoid erasing the possibility of humans and Festum coexisting.
Image I think you made the right decision. It would be foolish to continue fighting until both sides are destroyed.
Image If there’s a path to coexistence, we should choose it. I also agree.
Image Can we really believe what it said?
Image Kenji?
Image Because of the Festum, Sakura is… Kouyou, Shouko, and so many people were sacrificed! Why should we have to listen to them!?
Image Kenji, if we can learn to coexist with the Festum, we can live with Sakura and Kouyou.
Image Live together? How can we do that after what’s happened to them!?
[Door opens]
Image There’s a chance that their minds will return.
Image Mom!
Image Are you serious!?
Image The data that Akane sent me shows partially how humans and Festum can fuse at a genetic and consciousness level. If we can save Akane’s core from the Arctic Mir and get the rest of the data…
Image Sakura and Kouyou can be healed!
Image Kenji! Isn’t that great! We can save Sakura!
Image Dr. Toumi… Is this true?
Image Yes. The possibility is very high.
Image Thank goodness… Sakura…
Image Kenji, have you made up your mind?
Image …Yeah. I’ll do it! I’ll go to the Arctic and get the data that’ll save Sakura!
Image That was fast.
Image The power of a boy in love is limitless.
Image Commander Makabe, I agree with this plan. For the future of Earth, let’s save that core.
Image (This will be the final battle… I need to prepare myself too…)
Image Lacus, will you help us?
Image Yes. I’ll help you create a world where humanity and the Festum can coexist.
Image We’ll help too!
Image You’ll fight too, right, Van?
Image I’ve come this far, so I can’t really say no… Plus, you’ve been feeding me all this time…
Image That’s just like you, Van! No matter what you say, you’re super reliable!
Image Enough flattery. I can only do what I can.
Image You idiots! Fighting to the very edge of your limits… No. Fighting beyond your limits is what it means to be a man!
Image Fighting without regard for danger and risking your life is justice!
Image Who cares about that?
Image The old guys make a good point. I, too, will have to let go of my mask someday… I have to overcome my own limits! And then…
Image Hey, kid. You have potential.
Image Let’s teach you the principles of justice.
Image Yes, please!
Image But doesn’t participating in an Alliance operation create a political issue?
Image They still consider us rebels, after all. They might not let us join.
Image Let’s leave that to Cagalli to sort out. Lacus is supposed to be in PLANT right now.
Image You’re right. I feel bad for Cagalli, but…
Image I bet old lady Hester is going to talk trash.
Image The operation will begin in three days. Please complete maintenance and any final adjustments on your mechs before then. We’ll hold another meeting tomorrow, so be on time for that. Dismissed!

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[Tatsumiya Island, Kodate Household]
Image I’m home… Oh, my parents must be at Buruk… Huh? Dad left his computer on…
[Computer beeping]
Image Is… Is that Gobine!? Why is there a Gobine manuscript on Dad’s computer?

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[Alvis, Infirmary]
Image I can’t perform a gene transplant without knowing why.
Image Canon, tell me. Who ordered you to do this?
Image No one. I decided this for myself.
Image What!?
Image I don’t have the Fafner genes, so I can’t use the Siegfried System. I’m not able to pilot a Nothung Model like this. I want to be just like everyone else!
Image Canon…
Image I’ve thought this through. This is the only answer I came up with! I want to stay here, on this island!
Image …Dr. Toumi. She’s serious. Please perform the procedure.
Image …Fine.
Image Thank you, Youko/

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[Tatsumia Island, Nishio Household]
Image I see, so you finally found out…
(Ikumi Nishio. Fafner. CV: Hisako Kyouda)
Image Why did Dad…
Image It wasn’t to trick you or anything. He was just thinking how to best raise you in his own way. When you were little, there weren't many entertainment options available. When you cried about wanting to read manga, he realized that he had to create it from scratch.
Image So he was just copying the original?
Image At first, yes. But then Tamotsu said that it wouldn’t be coming from him. He practiced without sleep and now he publishes Gobine all by himself.
Image (Dad did it for me…)
Image Otsubu Anko was born to make you happy. He’s the only real manga artist on this island.
(TL Note: That’s the pen name.)
Image (Dad!)

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[Alvis, Infirmary]
Image Even if you want it, I can’t do it.
Image We’re going to attack the Festum’s base in the Arctic. The Megatherion isn’t good enough. In order to pilot a Nothung Model, I need your help!
Image This drug revitalizes the body and promotes integration with the Fafner, but after the effects wear off, there’s a risk of total assimilation.
Image You fought well past the age of a normal Fafner pilot! No one would complain if you stopped now!
Image This is the final battle with the Festum. I can’t be the only one to back out. If I do, I’ll have to face all the lives I’ve taken.
Image Michio…
Image After this battle is over, let’s get married.
Image Huh?
Image Can you marry people, Dr. Toumi?
Image Yes. I wish you both happiness.
Image Thank you. Now, please do it, Yumiko.
Image …Just please don’t die!
[Injection]
Image Ugh!
[Alarm]
Image What’s happening?
Image Solomon is responding! Unidentified objects are approaching at high speed!
Image All Fafners, launch immediately!
Image The Archangel and Eternal will also launch!
Image Time to go to work! I’m off!
[Michio runs out]
Image Be careful, Michio… Come back alive!

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[Alvis, Fafnerburg]
Image We’re ready to deploy. Michio’s Mark Ein and Canon’s Mark Drei are ready too.
Image Thank you, Youko!
Image Thank you.
Image Please come home safely, Canon.
Image I know.
Image Wendy!
Image What’s up, Mamoru?
Image Can you hold onto my mask for this battle?
Image But isn’t this important to you?
Image It is. That’s why I want you to keep it. Well, I’m off!

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Tatsumiya Route Chapter 30A: Affection ~ Goodbye - Part 1

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Deploy the troops! If you’re aiming for the Fafner secret, this is the last stage you have to deploy all the Fafners.

Image The first and second Welle Shields have been breached!
Image Incoming!

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Image They’ve brought an entire army!
Image They’re probably planning to crush us before the Arctic battle…
Image We won’t let them stop us!
Image Michio, Canon, are you two okay?
Image Even if I’m not, I have no choice but to fight. Let's think of this as a warm-up before heading to the Arctic.
Image Same here. We can’t afford to let Nothung Models gather dust, can we? Besides, I choose to be in this unit for Sakura’s sake!
Image You guys…
Image All units, don’t forget to support the Marks Ein and Drei!
Image Roger that! I’ll protect everyone!
Image Mamoru… Do your best…
Image Don’t let them stop us. Intercept them no matter what!
Image Got it!

We got a new unit.

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[Fafner Mark Ein]
Remember the Mark Elf? The Mark Ein is basically just that. If you compare it to Michio’s previous mech, the Megatherion, it has higher mobility, but lower attack power and a smaller attack range. At least it gives Michio access to Soushi and the Siegfried System.

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Canon is also in Sakura’s Mark Drei.

The only objective right now is to defeat all enemies. It’s all Festum we’ve fought before, so it shouldn’t be too difficult. Just make sure that Michio, Canon, Mamoru, or Kazuki don’t die, since that would lead to a Game Over. Use the forest as cover and let them get closer. The flying units are fine, but fighting over the water with grounded units is not a wise decision.

We’ve got quite a few first battle dialogues here.

Image If there’s a chance of coexistence, I’ll bet on it! Even if it’s with the Festum!

Image I’ve looked over past battle data. I don’t know how effective I’ll be against a group that’s constantly evolving, but I’ll fight to my last breath!

Image A golden monster, huh… I can’t believe the day will come when we can understand each other…

Image All I can teach you is the sadness of losing one’s family and the evils of hatred! If you want to read my mind, then do it!!

Image I wish we could end this without fighting, but we have no choice!

Image Are we really planning to be friends with these disgusting things? I’d rather not, but this is what we’ve decided, so I’ll do my best!

Image We’ll protect Tatsumiya Island ourselves. I’ll keep fighting until the day my body is fully assimilated!

Image I won’t let the Festum get any closer to our island!

Image Sakura… You ended up like that before I could properly confess… I’ll defeat the Festum and avenge your loss!

Image I’m scared… I never thought fighting would be this scary… Was I doing this all this time? But I won’t run away! I’ll fight for Mom and Dad… For everyone!

Image I didn’t think I’d be able to pilot a Nothung Model at my age, but I think I can handle it! I’ll come back alive… And then I’ll be married to Yumiko!

Image Sakura… I’ll fight using your Fafner. I’ll keep defeating Festum until you come back to us!

Image So these are the Festum! They look like golden dolls. Are they really alive?
Image Don’t let your guard down, Nero. Apparently, these things can consume and assimilate humans.
Image Are they going to eat us!?
Image Try eating us and you’ll get an upset stomach!

The plot continues when the initial enemies have been defeated.

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Image There’s more of them!
Image Damn Festum! Because of you, Sakura is… Sakura is…! AHHHHHHH!
Image Kenji, stop! Don’t attack out of desperation!

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Image AHHHHH!
Image Kenji!
Image Mamoru! Activate your Aegis equipment and push back the Festum!
Image Roger! Kenji, I’m coming! I’ll protect you!

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Image Y-you…
Image Kenji, get out of here now!
Image Got it…

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Image Mamoru, Kenji retreated! You do the same!
Image On it!

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Image Oh no! Mamoru, you’re being targeted!
Image Eh?

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Image WAAAAAAAH!
Image Eject the cockpit block! Please make it in time!

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Image MAMORUUUUUU! NOOOOOO!!
Image Soushi, where’s the cockpit block!? It ejected, right?
Image It did eject, but it might have been caught up in the worm sphere…
Image No…
Image Mamoru!?
Image Impossible! That kid got shot down!?
Image Poor kid… He died before us old men…
Image Mamoru…
Image If only I wasn’t focused on supporting Michio and Canon…
Image Captain Ramius, you’re not to blame. If only I gave Mamoru better orders…
[Beeping]
Image Watch out! A high-temperature source is approaching!
Image What!?

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Image More reinforcements!?
Image Isn’t that a Fafner?
Image Oh, that’s a Salvator Model! Did a Festum steal it?
Image We learned hatred from this one. We hate you. We will destroy you!
Image The hell!? Is Yukippe piloting it!?
Image Ms. Kariya… She’s been assimilated by the Festum…
Image No…
Image I feel sorry for her, but we have to destroy that Fafner. Kazuki, can you do it?
Image Ms. Kariya…
Image Don’t hesitate, Kazuki. That’s no longer Ms. Kariya! It’s a Festum!
Image I know… I’ll fight!

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The boss for this stage is a Festum-controlled Yukie in the Fafner Mark Nicht. It has a powerful long-ranged beam and decent enough melee. Plus, it can fly.

However, notice how its strongest attack is a beam. If you were to, say, put the Akatsuki at the only unit in its range, its AI will cause it to use its strongest attack on it… An attack the Akatsuki is immune to. Use this strategy to drain the Mark Nicht of all of its EN (it lacks any sort of HP or EN regeneration) and then swoop in for the kill when it moves closer.

Also, Kenji is still on the map with 10 HP. Make sure to heal him up or hide him inside of a battleship.

Image Ms. Kariya! Why are you piloting that machine!? Stop this!
Image We will wipe you all out from this world!
Image Dang it! Is there no other way than to fight!?

Image If we go to the Arctic, maybe we can even save Ms. Kariya.
Image We will not acknowledge your existence. You will perish here!
Image I guess we can’t get along. Sorry, Ms. Kariya!

Image Ms. Kariya! Listen to me! Sakura’s assimilation has progressed! Aren’t you worried about her?
Image We will eliminate you. We will not tolerate your existence.
Image Right… You’re no longer Ms. Kariya… In that case, I won’t let you get any closer to where Sakura is!

Image Yukippe! Why are you in a Salvator Model?
Image We took this machine from the humans and learned hatred from this woman. We will annihilate you with this machine and the power of hatred!
Image That won’t work! I won’t let you do whatever you want to this island!

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Image I still have… The power of hatred… We will destroy you!
Image Yukippe! Stop this already!

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Image Get out of there, Yukippe. Even if you’ve been assimilated, Dr. Toumi can save you!
Image …
Image Yukippe! Hang in there!
Image We will not tolerate humans attacking the Mir…
[The screen flashes as Yukie’s body changes]
Image We will destroy you!
Image What? Yukippe transformed!?
Image Michio! Watch out! Get away from there!

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[A flash of green light]
Image Gwah! Is this… a Crossing!? Unit Code… Mark… Nicht…
Image What’s wrong, Soushi?
Image The Festum is Crossing?
Image Dammit! If we don’t stop them, they’ll completely take over the island!
Image What should we do!?
Image Get away from the island! Yumiko is there!

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Image AHHHHHHH!
Image Michio!
Image Stay away! The Mark Ein won’t last much longer! But I’m taking them with me!

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Image Stay back! I just activated the Fenrir!
Image Get out of there!
Image I know. I promised to come back alive… Ejecting!
[Michio ejects, but is caught]
Image What!?
Image Oh no! They caught the cockpit block!
Image TRIPLE SIX!
[The Fenrir explodes]

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Image MICHIOOOOOO!
Image NOOOOOOOO!
Image No… Don’t just learn hatred! Please understand!!
Image I can’t believe we lost two good men…
Image How awful…
Image Everyone! I know you’re sad, but we’re still in the middle of a battle! This may sound cruel, but swallow your sadness and fight! The enemy is still right in front of us!
Image It’s as she says! We must drive away the Festum from the island that Mamoru and Michio risked their lives to protect!

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image Is it over?
Image We won, but the cost was far too great…
Image Mamoru… Michio…
Image Normally I’d be happy we won, but Mamoru… Mamoru!!
[Beeping]
Image Wait! Something is coming out of nowhere! This can’t be…

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Image Impossible! Didn’t it blow up from the Fenrir!?
[The screen flashes blue]
Image Gah! What was that shockwave!?
Image I’ve lost control!

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[Another blue flash]
Image There’s damage all over the island!
Image Kazuki! Stop them!
Image STOOOOOOOOP!

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Image What!? Where did they go!?
Image The enemy has appeared in Keel Block!
Image Dammit! They’re after the Siegfried System!
Image GAAAAAH!
Image Soushi! SOUSHIIIIIII!
Image The enemy stole the Siegfried System!

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Image K-Kazuki…
Image Soushi! Give him back! Give me back Soushi!!

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Image SOUSHI! SOUSHIIIIIII!
Image Minashiro… was kidnapped!?
Image I can’t believe they targeted the Siegfried System!
Image I was right there… But I couldn’t protect him… Soushi…
Image Commander Makabe, shall we pursue the black Fafner?
Image No. Return to Alvis for now. We don’t know where they fled to. Besides, the damage to the island and Fafners is too great. We need to regroup.
Image Understood. I’ll retrieve the damaged units and return.
Image Thank you.
Image Soushi…

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[Alvis, Percival Room]
Image How did the Festum know about the Siegfried System?
Image Probably when they stole that Salvator Model. They learned the key to our tactics…
Image But stealing the entire thing?
Image It’s because they need it, right? That makes the most sense.
Image But why would they need the Siegfried System?
Image Who knows?
Image Soushi… What’ll happen to him?
Image It’s probably safe to assume they’ll assimilate him.
Image Dammit… Soushi…
Image We lost Mamoru, Michio, and Soushi at the same time…
Image It’s so sad, Luna…
[Beeping]
Image Solomon is reacting! A Festum has appeared on the island!
Image What!?
Image This reaction… It’s a Master Type!
Image A Master Type? So that means…
Image Putting it on screen.
[A screen turns on]
Image Ah. It’s Akane!
Image She must have come to tell you something, Fumihiko.
Image …Okay. I’m going to meet them. Everyone, wait here.
Image I’m coming too.
Image That Festum came back…
Image What does it want to tell us now?
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Video of this chapter.
Archived version of this chapter.

This is the chapter where the Gundam secret finally reveals itself. I’ll be writing it as if you’ve gotten it, but I’ll point out any differences if you didn’t.

Squad time! We’ve got 18+4 slots to work with. Solos are Kazuki, Van, Shinn, Kira, Sven, Cagalli, Priscilla, Athrun, Canon, Waltfeld, Yzak, and Dearka. Pairs are Roll/Sheldia, Nero/Selene, Mist/Angelica, Maya/Kenji, and Mu/Lunamaria. Mandatory deployments are Kazuki, Kenji, Maya, and Canon.

If you haven’t gotten the Gundam secret, you’ll have 20 slots instead of 18.

Last time, Mamoru and Michio died while Soushi was kidnapped by the Festum known as Idun.

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[Alvis, Percival Room]
Image So a Master Type is a Festum that can take on a human form and communicate with us, right?
Image That sounds easy enough to be friends with.
Image Agreed. It’s so much easier to be friends with that than a giant golden monster. But that’s what Festum are in the end, right?
Image Akane strongly wished for coexistence with the Festum. That wish reached them and it’s why they’re communicating with us.
Image But the only one who’s friendly is her, or rather, the Festum who’s taking her form. There’s no guarantee that there will be more Festum like that in the future.
Image That’s why we’re going to the Arctic, right? To seize the possibility of coexistence? If we fail, it would bring shame to everyone we’ve lost along the way.
Image I agree.
Image Mom…
Image Commander Makabe has arrived. I’ll turn on the camera.
[A screen turns on]
Image Festum, what do you want today?
(Phone)
Image We wish to talk to you about this thing you call the Siegfried System.
(Phone)
Image What?
Image The Mir tried to obtain your power, but cannot use it. That’s why the Mir hasn’t killed the human inside of it yet.
Image You mean the operator of the system?
Image Yes. A human named Soushi Minashiro.
Image So Soushi is…
Image He’s still alive! Isn’t that great, Kazuki!?
Image He’s still alive…
Image The Mir imprisoned him in the North Pole. While you’re there, we wish you would also recover our core.
Image Where exactly is he?
Image My core will guide you there. This is not a trap.
Image Did you come all the way here to tell me that?
Image There’s one more thing. I’ve come to pick up my comrade.
Image Comrade?
Image He’s here.
(Phone)
Image …
(Phone)
Image What? Kouyou?
Image Kouyou? How?
Image I thought he was assimilated by the Festum.
Image Kasugai…
Image I woke him, but he came here on his own. Kouyou chose to fight for someone he cares about.
Image What do you mean?
Image To the Mir, we are now nothing more than an entity to be destroyed. We must fight the Mir in order to continue to exist.
Image The success of our operation is for the sake of humanity, Soushi, and their future.
Image Kouyou!
Image Thank you, everyone. Farewell.
[A flash of light]
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(Kouyou Kasugai’s Festum form)
[Kouyou leaves]
Image We will go too. We’re counting on you to save our core.
Image Okay. I just have one last question.
Image What is it?
Image Why are you using Akane’s face?
Image Because it was the best way… No. It’s because she wanted to see you.
Image Yes. Because she wanted to tell you something. Thank you, Fumihiko, for raising Kazuki.
Image !!
[The screen flashes green]
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(Mjölnir’s Festum form)
[Mjölnir leaves]
Image Mom!
Image And there you have it. In order to save Soushi, we need to be successful in the Arctic.
Image For Kasugai’s sake too…
Image We’ll begin the strategy meeting shortly. Everyone, gather in the conference room.

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[Alvis, Conference Room]
Image We’ve repurposed the Siegfried System’s prototype and installed it into everyone’s Fafners.
Image This will allow everyone to enter a Crossing state with each other. Our initial concern about the strain the pilots will feel has also been resolved thanks to the Akane-Festum’s data.
Image Even though we can connect the Fafners with each other, there are still two major flaws. The first is that everyone shares each other’s pain.
Image So if someone gets hurt, the others will feel it too?
Image Exactly.
Image Soushi must have felt all of our pain…
Image We’ll endure it too!
Image The other is that if a single unit is destroyed, the system will fail. One person dying will lead to the others dying too. Please be very careful.
Image We’re not going to die.
Image We’ll all return in one piece!
Image The plan is to take advantage of the Alliance’s offensive on the Arctic Mir to make contact with the core, obtain its data, and save Soushi Minashiro. Those are our main objectives.
Image What should we name this operation?
Image The Alliance is trying to break through the Festum gathering outside the atmosphere… How about Heaven’s Door?
Image Are we going to ascend together? I’m not a fan of that.
Image We’re not going through the pearly gates just yet!
Image That’s right! It’s still too early to reunite with Chizuru!
Image For the sake of the young ones who’ve died…
Image We can’t face them unless we fight for another 50 years.
Image So why don’t we go with something sky-related?
Image The weather forecast is calling for clear skies…
Image How about Azure?
(TL Note: 蒼穹 or Soukyuu, the Azure in the anime’s title.)
Image Azure?
Image What does that mean?
Image Azure refers to the wide, blue sky.
Image That’s cool as heck!
Image Then that’s settled.
Image Operation Azure will begin in 16 hours!

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[Tatsumiya Island, Mountaintop]
Image Looking at the scenery on the island like this, it’s hard to believe we’re about to enter the final battle.
Image Yeah…
Image It’s so quiet…
Image You guys grew up in a wonderful place.
Image At least before we learned about the Festum…
Image But when I think back to the times when we were ignorant, I think I understand why the adults hid the truth from us.
Image To teach us peace…
Image They wanted us to cherish those memories.
Image That’s what you said the other day, right? That making memories is important.
Image I used to love this place. When I climbed the mountain, I felt like I was standing on my father’s back. Even when I heard of his death, it didn’t seem real…
(TL Note: If it wasn’t clear, her father is Mitsuhiro Bartland.)
Image Your father died?
Image If you don’t mind, could you tell me what he was like?
Image He was working for the Alliance, researching Fafners under Hester. Before you two joined, he escaped from the battle at Moldova, leaving Kazuki, Michio, and Canon behind. The Dad in my memories was a much cooler, kinder person.
Image I’m sorry to ask such a painful question.
Image It’s fine. I feel better now.
Image Why did you come here, Kazuki?
Image Apparently, my mom liked this place. I thought I should see what she saw.
Image Is it true that this will be our last battle against the Festum? Will things work out?
Image Maya, what’s on your mind?
Image I’m just getting a little worried…
Image We’re going to put an end to this one way or another.
Image When you say “we”, are you not including me?
Image Wait, he never implied that!
Image No. I know he doesn’t want me to fight.
Image Are you serious, Kazuki?
Image …Yeah. I really can’t hide anything from her.
Image (Shinn, let’s leave. This is between them.)
Image (Yeah…)
[Shinn and Lunamaria leave]
Image Toumi, can you stay on the island? I can do a Crossing with Kenji and Canon. I want you to stay safe.
Image No. I’m going. We have to rescue Minashiro. Then we’ll come back together.
Image Fine… We’ll all return to our island with Soushi!

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[Alvis, Observation Deck]
Image Van! What are you doing here?
Image Huh? I was bored, so I was watching the fish.
Image …Hey, Van? Please don’t die.
Image Eh? Why would I want to?
Image Well, we’re about to attack the Festum’s base, right? It’s going to be a tough battle. If you’re not careful, you could die. If you were to become like Mamoru… I… I…
Image Uh… Look. I’m not planning to die until I kill The Claw. So stop worrying.
Image Okay…
Image I’m not worried about you, Van.
Image Gee, thanks.
Image Good luck, Van!
Image Kee!

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[Alvis, Infirmary]
Image Sis, are you serious!?
Image Yes…
Image This is the first natural conception in over 30 years.
Image Michio’s child…
Image Huh? Are people on Tatsumiya normally not able to become pregnant because of the Festum?
Image I think I heard something about that.
Image It’s true. We’ve been deprived of our ability to conceive because of the Festum.
Image In the past, the Festum didn’t understand the concept of birth. That’s why they took life away to protect people from death.
Image If you’re not born, you can’t die, huh…
Image What a naive way of thinking!
Image But over the years, the Festum have learned so much. Life, death, sadness, hatred… And now, a small part of them wish for coexistence with humans.
Image We’re about to set out on a future where coexistence is possible.
Image I’m so happy for you! Congrats, Sis!
Image I can’t believe this is how he kept his promise… I must teach this child that there’s always a way… That there’s always hope!!

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[Alvis, Conference Room]
Image …That concludes the details of the operation. Any questions?
Image Can we just say something?
Image What is it, Nero?
Image This battle is a matter of life or death! There’s no guarantee we’ll return safely!
Image So we have a suggestion. How about the women and children disembark from the ship and stay on the island?
Image I don’t want to see any more young lives lost right in front of me.
Image You redheads. Please wait quietly on the island!
Image Redheads? You mean my sister and me?
Image Like hell I will! I’m a ZAFT red shirt! I won’t be treated like this!
Image That’s right! We’ve been fighting all this time. There’s no way we’re leaving now!
Image I’m more worried if you guys can fight properly!
Image W-what was that!?
Image Come on, Gramps. Don’t talk nonsense! Do you really think women and children are a liability? That’s nonsense!
Image I know you don’t want to see any more sacrifices like Mamoru and Michio. Everyone gathered here is a veteran, ready to fight to the end. Age and gender don’t matter. So please don’t worry.
Image I don’t know what things were like in your time, but we live in an age where women are stronger than men!
Image I won’t let the Festum kill me. I’ll definitely come back alive!
Image It seems we were mistaken. You’re determined. I see you have a warrior’s eyes.
Image Sorry for saying something unnecessary.
Image It’s fine. You were only worried about us and we appreciate the sentiment.
Image If there’s nothing else, then let’s wrap up this meeting.
Image Everyone, please start preparing for battle. Dismissed!
Image Kazuki, Kenji, Canon! Can I talk to you for a moment?
Image What’s up?
Image Pull out your arms.
Image Our arms?
Image Yeah.
Image What’s going on? You wrote down some numbers.
Image Is it some kind of good luck charm?
Image Aren’t these Tatsumiya’s current coordinates?
Image Yes. This is your promise to come back alive!
Image Let me write it on your arm.
Image Thanks!
Image Let’s go and come back together!

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image The Archangel will now depart for the Arctic Ocean. All personnel, prepare for launch!
Image Lacus, Captain Ramius. I appreciate everything you’re doing.
(Phone)
Image Just leave it to us. We’ll succeed in this operation and return everyone, including Soushi, to Tatsumiya Island.
Image Let’s believe that when this is over, the Festum will no longer be considered invaders.
Image Let’s realize the world that Akane envisioned!
Image Yes. Let’s.
Image We’re invading the enemy’s base. There will undoubtedly be an incredible number of Festum there. Everyone, prepare for a fight!
Image Begin Operation Azure!
Image Archangel, launch!

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[Tatsumiya Island, Beach]
Image The Archangel is leaving…
Image Maya…
Image Van… Be careful.
Image It’ll be fine. They will…answer our hopes… Ugh…
[Tsubaki collapses]
Image Tsubaki!
Image I’m glad I was able to see you off…while I still can… Have a nice trip, everyone…

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Tatsumiya Island Route Chapter 30B: Affection ~ Goodbye - Part 2

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Image Break through their lines! Open a path to the Arctic Mir!

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Image What just happened!? Are we really that powerless against them!?

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Image At this rate, I’ll…

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Deploy the troops!

Tsuneyoshi Saito - The Gate of Neidhöhle Opens

Image The Archangel!
Image That’s a lot of Festum…
Image I mean, this is the enemy’s base.
Image Archangel! You said you would help us! Why are you late!?
Image Secretary General Hester! I can’t believe you’re fighting on the front lines!
Image This is a battle with the survival of humanity on the line! It would be discourteous for the soldiers if I were to only watch silently from the rear! But enough small talk! Join the battle! Let’s forget everything that’s happened between us!
Image And she still doesn’t drop that arrogant attitude…
Image It’s whatever. We won’t be following her orders anyway.
Image Secretary General Hester, the Archangel will commence combat!
Image Wait! Before you start, I need to tell you something very important about this operation.
Image Go on.
Image Each individual unit is only aware of itself.
Image What’s that supposed to mean?
Image In order to counter the Festum’s mind reading abilities, each unit is acting at its own discretion.
Image So we should be prepared to fight under the risk of friendly fire?
Image That’s correct. No one knows how the other group is going to act. It’s a guerrilla war involving everyone.
Image You’re joking…
Image I’ll go support another unit in a different area. I wish you luck in surviving. If you make it out of this, I expect a proper apology from you.
[Hester’s ship retreats]
Image What a nasty old woman.
Image Abandoning a proper chain of command doesn’t make any sense!
Image It’s the most effective way to launch an all-out war against the Festum. If even one mind is read, the entire effort will be exposed.
Image Fair, but I can’t think of another way to counter it.
Image No matter how detailed the plan is, it’s all over once minds start being read.
Image At least the nasty old woman won’t be yelling in our ears no matter what we do.
Image That’s right. Their unorthodox strategy is going to help us out.
Image Miriallia, where’s the point Akane Makabe told us to go?
Image Ma’am, it’s right here.

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Image There’s a hidden passage to the enemy’s base. Everyone, cover the Archangel as we go to that location! Our goal isn’t to annihilate the Festum in the area! Got it?
Image Roger!
Image All right. Let’s get this started!

The only objective for this map is to get the Archangel to the designated square at the top of the map. Killing all the Festum would also result in victory, but you should be careful about doing that.

SECRET ALERT
Fafner Characters #9
Achieve the objective without killing all the Festum.

Granted, just keeping a single Festum alive when you get the Archangel to the point is good enough for this game.

Carve a path forward and move the Archangel as far north as possible. Accel helps. The mountain ranges in the way will severely slow down any unit that’s not flying, so take note of that. Enemy reinforcements will spawn either when you clear a mountain range or there are 5 enemies remaining on the map. There are no bosses on this map to contend with either. Also, it’s Game Over if any of the remaining Fafner kids die.

Here are the first battle lines.

Image I want to see a future where humanity and the Festum can coexist. That’s the kind of future I wish for Earth. That’s why we have to win this battle!

Image I won’t die until I kill that clawed bastard! Even if I have to face all of you myself, I’ll survive!

Image Those assimilated by the Festum can never return, but there’s still hope for the future. That’s why I won’t give up this fight!

Image Let’s make this our final battle with the Festum!
Image We’re going to be friends with them!
Image Can we really be friends? I’m not entirely sure…
Image There’s no point in thinking about that now! Right now, we just need to carve a path ahead of us!

Image Soushi… I’m coming to save you, so wait for me! We’ll go back to Tatsumiya together!

Image For Kazuki’s sake, we need to save Minashiro. We can’t move on without both of them!

Image If humans and Festum can merge on a consciousness level, Sakura can still be saved! Sakura, I won’t let you go without a fight!

Image Triple Six… I’ll win this battle for the sake of your kid’s future!

The second wave spawns…

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Image Enemy reinforcements are here!
Image They won’t let us through so easily…
Image It doesn’t matter how many of them there are. We’ll defeat them all! Let’s go!

The third wave of reinforcements comes, but the cutscene is slightly different if you got the Gundam secret or not. As mentioned, I’ll be writing it as if you got it, but I’ll point out the differences afterwards.

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Image More of them!
Image Just how many are going to come out!?
Image How are we supposed to get through this!?

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Super Robot Wars K - Kira, True to his Feelings
Image Is that… The Minerva!?
Image Aim the Tannhäuser! FIRE!
[The Minerva fires its main gun]

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Image Why is the Minerva here!?
Image ZAFT will also be joining the attack on the Arctic Mir!
Image It’s you!
Image The PLANT Supreme Council has decided to participate in this operation. I believe that’s what I’m supposed to do as Lacus Clyne, Athrun.
Image Meer!
Image (Thank you, Meer…)
Image And that’s not all. I’ve brought two individuals who wish to fight alongside you all.

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Image Is that the Legend!? It can’t be…
Image You’re looking good, Shinn. You too, Lunamaria and Meyrin.
Image Rey! Is that really you!?
Image That other one… The one piloting the Gaia… It can’t be…
Image Shinn! It’s me, Stella! I’m not dead!
Image Stella! You’re alive! Stella!!
Image It really is Stella Loussier…
Image But how are you…
Image I found her inside of Messiah.
Image Why was she there of all places?
Image We’ll talk about it later. Our priority right now is to get the Archangel to the targeted area!
Image Got it! Stella, are you good?
Image Yeah! I’m fine! Let’s fight together, Shinn!
Image All right!
Image We’ll leave these two in your care. Please welcome them as crew members.
Image Of course. It’s our pleasure.
Image (For Shinn’s sake and Gil’s wish for the world, I will protect the Earth’s future!)
Image Now, Archangel, advance! The ZAFT fleet will occupy the Festum in another location!
Image Thank you… Lacus.
Image Acting Captain Arthur, let’s go!
Image Roger! Minerva, launch!
[The Minerva leaves]
Image Let’s fight too! Full speed ahead!

If you failed the Gundam secret, the Minerva will basically just blast some Festum and leave.

We don’t get the Minerva in this game, but we do get some backup!

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[ZGMF-X666S Legend Gundam]
A surprisingly excellent Mobile Suit. It’s focused on sniping, can fly, and has innate EN regeneration. You may notice that, unlike the Strike Freedom or Akatsuki, it has its DRAGOON attack in the attack list despite being in the atmosphere. Whether it’s due to a bug or oversight, you can equip a terrain part on the Legend and have it use the DRAGOONs against enemies in that terrain (Land or Sky for example). Regardless, the Legend is a very good, if fuel-inefficient, addition to the squad.

Image I’ve lost my life once already… All I have is the future!

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I’ve already talked about the Gaia Gundam before, but now Stella joins piloting it. Remember, it’s orange when piloted by Waltfeld, but black when piloted by anyone else.

Image I’ve reunited with Shinn! I’ll do my best!

The map ends when the Archangel reaches the point.

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Image Captain! We’ve arrived at the coordinates!
Image All units, return to the Archangel! We’re entering the enemy base!
Image Roger! Returning!
[All robots withdraw]
Image All units have returned!
Image Lohengrin, stand by! We’ll blow away that wall and enter the base!
[Charging sounds]
Image Lohengrin, ready to fire!
Image FIRE!!

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Image The wall has been destroyed! We can enter!
Image Full speed ahead!
Image Roger. Advancing into the enemy base!

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image It looks like the Festum aren’t pursuing us.
Image Good grief. We can finally catch our breath.
Image What’s the current status with the Alliance?
Image They’re heading towards the Mir. They’ve taken heavy damage, but they’re steadily advancing.
Image At least they’re keeping the enemy distracted.
Image Murrue, I’ve been looking at the battle data and there’s something bothering me.
Image What is it?
Image When the battle began, the Alliance was able to advance more or less unopposed.
Image So their strategy was working.
Image Yes, but after a while, the Festum’s fighting style began to change. They began organizing.
Image Indeed. Their coordination was very impressive.
Image The Festum is a hivemind, right? Surely that should improve their teamwork.
Image Even if they were all thinking the same thing, they wouldn’t be able to fight with such a well-thought-out strategy.
Image …Unless they had an excellent commander.
Image An excellent commander? Are they using Soushi?
Image That’s my hypothesis.
Image In that case, the upcoming battle is going to be tricky.
Image Soushi knows all of our tricks, and I’m not just talking about the Fafners. He’s familiar with how everyone in our unit fights.
Image Let Van's unconventional fighting style mess with his plans!
Image Huh? You said my name?
Image Anyway, it seems best to keep this fact in mind as we keep fighting.
Image Captain! We’ll soon arrive in the area where Akane’s core is being kept!
Image Everyone, prepare to sortie! If we fail to rescue the core, all hope is lost for humanity and the Festum! Don’t forget that!
Image Roger!
Image (The future of humanity and the Festum depends on the success of this operation. We must succeed!)
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This is the chapter where the Fafner secret is finally achieved, but it doesn’t come into play until the last cutscenes. I’ll be writing this as if you got both the Gundam and Fafner secrets, even though it’s not possible. If you didn’t get the Gundam secret, then ignore any lines involving Rey and Stella.

Squad time! We’re deploying everyone. The teams are Van, Shinn, Kira, Roll/Sheldia, Nero/Selene, Mist/Angelica, Cagalli, Sven, Kazuki, Maya/Kenji, Rey, Stella, Athrun, Priscilla, Mu/Lunamaria, Canon, Waltfeld, Yzak, Dearka, Heine, and Hilda. Mandatory deployments are Kazuki, Maya, Kenji, and Canon.

Last time, the Archangel pierced through Festum lines and infiltrated their main base. The final battle against the Festum is upon us.

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[Alvis, Infirmary]
Image How’s Tsubaki Minashiro doing?
Image After seeing the Archangel off, she suddenly fainted. I think she’s reached the limit of her human form.
Image Human form? What do you mean?
Image Ugh…
Image Tsubaki!
Image Everyone…
Image How are you feeling?
Image I’m fine… Have you heard from Kazuki yet?
Image A little bit ago, I got word that they’ve entered combat. They should be fighting right now.
Image I see… Then I know what I have to do… Ugh!
Image Tsubaki, you need to rest!
Image No. If I fall asleep, I’ll never wake up again. Right, Chizuru?
Image Yes. Before that happens, I’ll return your body to the cave.
Image Return it to the cave?
Image The functions of the island’s blocks are malfunctioning. We can’t stop the plants and animals from dying.
Image The Mir on this island has learned about death after all the battles we’ve had.
Image I’m sorry. I must have missed some important context.
Image The Mir is an infinite information entity that controls the functions of this island. It has learned about the cycle of life and death, and is about to die along with Tsubaki, its core.
Image Before that, I need to teach the Mir… That death is a new beginning… That life and death continue after each other…
Image Look, I don’t even know what a Mir is.
Image A Mir is a collection of Festum. It’s easier to think of it as a nest.
Image Wait, there’s a nest of Festum on this island?
Image What you’re breathing right now is the Mir.
Image Breathing? What?
Image The air on this island is the Mir.
Image The air is the Mir?
Image It circulates air repeatedly. It exists alongside us as a part of this island as it continues to learn.
Image It’s nowhere, and yet it’s everywhere. The Mir is, so to speak, the very environment of this island.
Image Wait. I recall you saying Festum were silicon-based lifeforms…
Image When the Mir on this island met the adults, it began its journey towards understanding life.
Image The Mir evolved from a crystalline mineral into a biosphere and transformed itself into the air we breathe.
Image What’s a biosphere?
Image It’s an independent environment in which life can exist.
Image That was the first step in our coexistence with the Festum. Eventually, once the island’s Mir understands the cycle of life, this island will be similar to the Earth and will keep us alive, regardless of where we are, even in space or the bottom of the ocean. To deepen that understanding, Tatsumiya’s Mir became part of the Daiku-Maryu and the Archangel. It was learning the meaning of our fight through Tsubaki.
Image So ever since the carnival, we’ve been breathing a gaseous Festum?
Image Exactly.
Image I thought the Festum were those golden monsters. I didn’t think it could be the literal air too.
Image The Mir is still growing. It’s learning about life and death little by little. If it continues in this state where it only knows about death, everyone on the island who lives with the Mir will die, you included. That’s why I must return to the cave and teach Mir that death is not the end of life.
Image What’s this cave?
Image The Cave of the Valkyries. It’s home to the system that runs this island, the Brunhilde System. It’s also the artificial womb that birthed Tsubaki.
Image We’ll return her to the cave, where she’ll become one with the Mir and teach it what life really is.
Image That’s the same as assimilation, right?
Image So you're saying…
Image Don’t worry. My body may be gone, but I won’t die. I’ll become one with the Mir and continue to exist.
Image Tsubaki…

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image Stella! Rey!
Image Shinn! I missed you!
Image Stella! Stella!
Image Shinn! Shinn!
Image Would you look at that? They’re acting like dogs.
Image Luna… Are you going to be okay?
Image W-why wouldn’t I? They just haven’t seen each other in a long time…
Image You’re looking a bit pouty.
Image No I’m not!
Image Why is Stella with Rey anyway? You said earlier that you found her inside Messiah, right?
Image Yes. Just before Messiah collapsed, I was on my way to meet Gil, sorry, Chairman Durandal. However, the hallway was blocked by rubble, so I was looking for a way around it. I stumbled across her in the section where she wandered off to. I thought about you and decided I couldn’t leave her alone. We managed to escape from Messiah together.
Image But why was she in Messiah anyway?
Image I don’t really know. I woke up and the next thing I knew, Rey was saving me.
Image I found a report that says she was miraculously rescued after the fight in Berlin. Chairman Durandal was aware of her piloting abilities. Apparently, after treating her drug addiction in the PLANTs, he brought her to Messiah.
Image Chairman… I should be grateful that he saved Stella.
Image From what you said, it seems he only saw Stella as a tool.
Image Probably, but that didn’t happen, so it’s fine. We’ll make up for the Chairman’s mistakes. Stella, will you help us?
Image Yeah!
Image …
Image Anyway, it’s great that you’ve been able to reunite with Rey and Stella.
Image Huh? Your voice sounds familiar… Are you Neo?
Image Nope. I’m Mu la Flaga of Orb.
Image Oh… But your voice sounds just like Neo’s…
Image Just a coincidence.
Image (Are you sure you don’t want to tell her the truth, Mu?)
Image (There’s no benefit in me revealing it, is there? It’ll just confuse the poor girl.)
(TL Note: If you’re ignoring the Gundam secret, ignore everything before this point in this scene.)
Image Captain Ramius! We’ll soon arrive at our destination!
Image So this is where Akane Makabe’s core is being held…
Image Captain! We’re ready to launch at any time!
(Phone)
Image Thank you, Murdoch.
Image Even so, the enemy’s teamwork has gotten better in such a short amount of time.
Image Just when you think they’re retreating, a fresh wave comes forward. They let us advance, but they hold us back at the same time.
Image They must really be using Soushi…
Image There’s no way he’d help willingly!
Image That’s right. He’s probably being forced to help!
Image Don’t get so angry. Geez…
Image Anyway, this is it.
Image The enemy won’t just hand us the core and Soushi.
Image While they’re retreating, let’s break through and take that core!
Image Maybe they know we’re about to charge in…
Image Time waits for no ambush! Even if it’s a trap, we have to punch through to achieve our objectives!
Image If we let them dictate the battle, we’ll lose. We need to settle this once and for all!
Image But this is the enemy’s base. Wouldn’t a reckless charge be too dangerous?
[Beeping]
Image Festum response ahead! A huge number of them are surrounding us!
Image See? They’re just taunting us. While we’re here arguing, they’ve gotten reinforcements!
Image Let’s go, everyone! We’ll attack together and save both Kazuki’s mom and Soushi!
Image Lacus, what’s your call?
Image …If we fight this war of attrition, we’ll run out of supplies and be defeated. We need to settle this quickly. Everyone, prepare for combat! Archangel, advance!
(Phone)
Image Understood. Archangel, advance!
Image Mom… Soushi… I’m coming!

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Tatsumiya Island Route Chapter 31: Azure ~ Sky

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Deploy the troops!

Image That thing in the back… Is that a new species?
Image This feeling… That’s the one who kidnapped Soushi! I’ll never forgive them!
Image Don’t rush in based on a personal grudge, Kazuki!
Image Huh?
Image This is coming from a fool who did something similar before and held everyone back! Don’t forget your anger, but don’t lose your cool either!
Image R-right. Understood!
Image (Mist…)
Image Child of Alvis…
(Idun’s Festum form)
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Image We will not tolerate refusal to cooperate.
Image Gah! Ugh…
Image Humans have invaded our ranks. What must we do to defeat them?
Image The same as the humans on the surface… Defeat the enemy…with minimal casualties… Defeat the enemy while considering the sacrifices… Lure out their main force and destroy them one by one… Ugh! Stop! Don’t touch that wound!
Image How do we lure them out?
Image Lure them out under the pretense of defense… Force them to make sacrifices… Waaaah!
Image We understand your thinking. We will destroy humanity with the hatred we have learned.
Image W-wait! Stop! Waaaaaaah!
Image Everyone, eliminate the Festum! After that, we’ll get Akane Makabe’s core!
Image Roger that! This will be our final battle against the Festum! Let’s go, everyone!
Image Kazuki, Kenji and I will make a breakthrough! Let’s go, Kenji!
Image Yeah!
Image I’ll cover you! We have to come back alive!
Image I’m counting on you, everyone! If even one of us falls, the operation will fail! We must make it through, no matter what! We’ll go home together!

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Welcome to the Fafner finale! This is an indoor level separated into four quadrants. You start in the top right and must move clockwise around the map to meet Idun in the top left. If any of the Fafners die, it’s Game Over, so watch out for that. To make things easier, put most of your units inside the Archangel or Eternal as you advance.

Here are the first battle lines.

Image Operation Azure is extremely important for Earth’s future. Why isn’t Edax taking advantage of this opportunity to attack?

Image What a solid defense… But we’ll definitely break through and reach Akane Makabe’s core!

Image I understand the desire to save one’s family. I need to lock in!

Image If we win this battle, we’ll find a lead on how humans and Festum can coexist. Our battle is one that will open up a bright future for everyone!

Image So this is Soushi’s strategy… It’s certainly formidable.

Image Even if we obtain the data to stop the assimilation, those who have already been assimilated won’t return… But in order to prevent any more victims, I will fight!

Image No matter how many enemies there are, I won’t lose! I must succeed here and return to Sakura!

Image Soushi is helping the Festum. If we continue fighting like we’ve always done, we’ll be defeated!

A cutscene plays at the start of turn 2.

Image
[Alvis, Cave of the Valkyrie]
Image So this is the Cave of the Valkyrie…
Image The core of the system that connects to this island’s Mir…
Image And the artificial womb that created Tsubaki.
Image Well, I’m off.
Image Tsubaki…
Image Even if it’s to keep everyone on the island alive, why should such a young child have to be sacrificed?
Image I’m not a sacrifice. Don’t think of it like that… I’m just becoming one with this island’s Mir…
Image …
Image Tsubaki?
Image I’m prepared, but… I’m scared! I’m scared! *Starts crying* Chizuru…
Image What is it?
Image I want to stay here! I don’t wanna go! *Cries*
Image Tsubaki! I’m so, so sorry…
Image Waaaaaaah. Mommy…
Image Tsubaki…
Image Poor girl…
Image Isn’t there anything we can do? Once everyone returns, we’ll know how humans and Festum can coexist, right?
Image That’s right! We can save Tsubaki, right?
Image No. Without her, the Mir itself will die. I hate this too, but…
Image ...Thank you. After crying, I made up my mind. I will become one with the Mir.
Image Tsubaki…
Image I will embrace you all, like a mother. I must become one with this island.
Image Tsubaki…

A fresh wave of Festum spawn once you reach the lower left quadrant.

Image
Image An ambush!
Image What an unpleasant way to fight.
Image Lure out the enemy with sacrifices and defeat them one by one. That’s how we’ll win!
Image That’s right. Well done.
Image (They’re almost here. They’ll understand soon. Until then, you’d better stay alive, Kazuki!)
Image We’re almost there! Everyone, let’s break through!
Image Don’t need to tell us that! Vamonos!
Image I won’t lose to you youngsters!

Break through the new Festum and start attacking Idun.

Image Where did you take Soushi? Answer me! Give him back!
Image Child of Alvis, we will not allow you to enter. We will eliminate you immediately!

Image It seems we’ll need to defeat you to save Soushi and Kazuki’s mom!
Image You cannot defeat us. We will defeat you with the power of hatred we have learned!

Image I’m not the same person I was before, when fighting was all I knew. I’m fighting to save my friends and for the future of humanity!
Image Humanity has only one future. They will receive our blessing and return to nothingness.

Idun retreats at 50% HP. Or you can try to shoot them down.

Image
Image W-what is this sensation?
Image That’s pain, Festum!
Image Ugh!
Image Festum! Let me tell you! The style of battle I’ve been teaching you is called a battle of attrition! It’s a tactic of fighting by enduring pain!
Image Gaaaaaaaah!
Image Feel the pain of battle. The pain of existing! The fear of disappearing!
Image Send us back! Send us back to nothingness!
[Idun retreats]
Image Where did they go!?

The plot continues when all enemies have been shot down.

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Image I’m not detecting any Festum in the vicinity!
Image Now! Save Akane and Soushi!
Image On it!

Image
[A red light flashes]
Image What’s that light?
Image Ahh… An enormous amount of data is being transmitted!
Image That must be the data for coexistence!
Image It’s too much! We’ll be overloaded!
Image No. Most of it is being transmitted somewhere else. It has to be…
Image Tatsumiya! It’s sending the data to Tatsumiya!

Image
Image Oh… I get it! Soushi is in there!
[A flash of green light as Kazuki breaks the Siegfried System free]

Image
Image Soushi!
Image Kazu…ki…
Image I’m getting you out of there!
[A flash of green light]
Image Gaaaah!
Image Kazuki!
Image Ouch!
Image Soushi… You…
[Another flash of green light]
Image GAAAAAAH!
Image Guh!
Image Festum! GIVE SOUSHI BACK!
Image Kazuki, stop. Don’t resist.
Image Tsubaki? Why are you here?
Image I’ve become one with the Mir of Tatsumiya Island. That’s why I can talk to you.
Image Huh?
Image If you want to save Soushi, you must accept him.
Image Accept him? Got it. I am you. You are me!
[Another green light as a crystal shatters]
Image Gwaaaaaah!
Image Kazuki!
Image What just happened!?
Image The heartbeat of the enemy’s Mir… Is that Kazuki? Did you just assimilate the enemy’s will?
Image Yes. Acceptance is also a form of power.
Image Soushi! Are you there!? Soushi!
Image Kazuki…
Image Soushi! There you are!
Image Yes. I’m here!
Image Minashiro!
Image Soushi…
Image You’re alive!
Image Thank goodness… I’m so glad.
Image I can finally relax…
Image Ugh! Gah!
Image Kazuki, what’s wrong?
Image My vision got blurry…
Image Because you assimilated with the Arctic Mir, the assimilation phenomenon in your body has reactivated.
Image Oh no!
Image Let’s go back to the island. I’ll get Dr. Toumi to take a look at me.
Image Yes. Let’s go back to the island together.

Image
Image The Mark Nicht!? Is it being controlled by that Festum from earlier?
Image We cannot let you go. We will destroy you ourselves!
Image Why destroy us? There’s a way for us to live together! Why do you reject that?
Image We’ve fought to seize a future where our species can coexist!
Image Do you refuse to understand us!?
Image We will return you to nothingness. We will bless you with the hatred you have taught us!
Image That’s not true. You should be able to learn more than just hatred! In fact, there’s Festum that have resonated with Akane Makabe, opposed the Mir, and gained individuality. That isn’t meaningless!
Image We do not wish for further discussion. We will return you to nothingness!
Image It seems like they’re done talking. We have no choice but to stop them!
Image Give me your orders, Soushi!
Image Okay. Let’s defeat the Mark Nicht together!

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The final boss of this stage is the Fafner Mark Nicht. You can easily cheese it with the Akatsuki like in the other stage.

The only character with a unique line to Idun in the Mark Nicht is Kenji.

Image Black Fafner! I’ll destroy any Fafners controlled by the Festum!
Image Are you also a child of Alvis? Then you shall be destroyed by the wisdom of one of your friends!

Anyway, the map ends when Idun is destroyed.

Image
Image Send us back to nothingness…
Image Aren’t you grateful to be alive?
Image !
Image That’s the joy of being alive, Festum!
Image We…are…here…
Image Kazuki! Toumi! Finish off the Mark Nicht!
Image Okay! Let’s go, Toumi!
Image Roger!

Angela - Shangri-la

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Image We…need to…destroy…the humans… UOOOOOOOOOH!

ImageImage
Image Crap!
Image Kazuki!

Image
Image At this rate, everyone will be annihilated! Get that thing away from the battlefield!
Image On it!

Image
Image Kazuki!
Image Stay away, Toumi!
Image Huh?
Image I will definitely…
[The screen darkens]

ImageImage
Image Where’s the Mark Sein!?
Image NOOOO! KAZUKI! KAZUKIIIIII!!
Image Calm down! The Crossing is still active!
Image !!
Image If even one person is dead, the Crossing would stop. Kazuki is still alive!
Image Kazuki…

Image
[???]
Image He’s nowhere… He’s everywhere…
Image Existence and nothingness are at war with each other!
Image He’s nowhere… He’s everywhere… Kazuki… Soushi…

Image What’s this darkness? Where am I?
Image This is the Festum’s blessing that returns everything to nothingness. Perhaps in the real world, our existence has already disappeared…
Image Dammit!
Image Kazuki…
Image Not yet! We’re here!
Image Kazuki…
Image We’re still here!
Image …
Image !!
Image Kazuki… Soushi…
Image Kouyou!
Image Kouyou…
Image …
Image Come on. Let’s go home.

Image
Image I AM HERE!!
[A green light as Idun crystalizes. The crystals break into the Mark Sein]

Image
Image Soushi…
Image Yeah. We’re here.
Image Kazuki! Minashiro! You’re both safe!
Image Thank goodness…
[Earthquake]
Image Whoa! W-what was that!?
Image An earthquake?
Image No. The Mir has begun to move! It’s planning to attack the Earth along with the Festum advancing from outside the atmosphere!
Image If this keeps up, the Mir will be destroyed by the Alliance. Let’s get out of here!
Image Understood! Everyone, return to the ship! The Archangel will retreat from the Mir!
Image So one Mir is going to be destroyed, huh…
Image This is not destruction.
Image Tsubaki?
Image The Arctic Mir is just like me. We were born into this world to show that life and death, existence and nothingness, continue as one. Even if my existence disappears now, that doesn’t mean I’ll die.
Image Tsubaki, did you return to the other Mir?
Image Yes.
Image If the Festum aren’t destroyed, does that mean they’ll return someday?
Image Yes. But by that time, they may have become beings that can coexist with humans, like Tatsumiya’s Mir.
Image I hope so.
Image Come on. Let’s go home, Soushi. To Tatsumiya Island!

Image
[Archangel, Bridge]
Image Everyone, look outside! It’s a shooting star!
Image You’re right. We should make a wish.
Image That’s not a shooting star.
Image Huh?
Image That’s the human space fleet and Festum fighting in space. Both sides are burning and falling.
Image Did the Alliance win?
Image I just got a call from Secretary General Hester. She says they’ve wiped out the Mir in the Arctic and in space.
Image It’s as if the Mir gave up after we saved Soushi.
Image At least the Festum won’t try to assimilate humanity anymore.
Image We got the data from the Festum and we saved Soushi. That’s a win!
Image By the way, where is he?
Image He’s still inside the Siegfried System. They don’t want us to see him since the assimilation is so bad. Kazuki is with him.
Image Mom says she’ll treat him as soon as we get back to Tatsumiya.
Image Do you think the data we got will be useful?
Image Mom says that not only can we suppress assimilation with the Festum, we can also restore human consciousness. At least, there’s a chance.
Image Will Sakura return to normal too?
Image There may be a method, but the treatment is extremely complicated, so it’s hard to say for sure. There’s always a worst-case scenario, you know.
Image W-worst-case scenario?
Image By the way, Murrue, have we heard anything from Dannar Base or the Daiku-Maryu?
Image Nothing yet. We’re supposed to have gotten a hyper-space communication in case of emergencies, but there’s nothing yet.
Image We shouldn’t have to worry about them. They’ve got guys just as strong as us!
Image I’m not worried, but let’s try to get in touch with them as soon as we get back to the island.
Image Then let’s hurry. Archangel, full speed ahead!

Image
[???]
Image It’s been a while, my “fragment”...
(???. Darkened)
Image Welcome back, Lord Ru-Cobol.
Image Ispail and Verini were killed by Earthlings from two planets. Is that correct?
(Ru-Cobol. OG. CV: N/A)
(TL Note: Depending on your heroine route, Ru-Cobol will either be the man seen here (Angelica route), or a younger girl (Sheldia route).)
Image It’s not just Earthlings. In the past, we used the Planet Crisis to destroy the Cruzians. Their descendants’ Revrius is helping the Earthlings.
Image The Revrius? Ah, you mean the machine that houses the Crystal Heart. I thought I destroyed it on Atreem, but to think it ended up on such a remote planet.
Image Both Ispail and Verini were killed by that machine. It’s dangerous.
Image Ridiculous.
Image Sir?
Image Gazum, how many of my memories do you have?
Image Um… I’m sorry. I don’t remember anything about the Crystal Heart.
Image Then that leaves us with one option. Last year, I was threatened by the Crystal Heart. That’s because I was defeated by a Crystal Heart in the past. So when I found out that Atreem had a Crystal Heart, I went there, challenged the Revrius, and won. If there were no more Crystal Hearts, I would no longer be afraid.
Image ?
Image Don't you get it? There are only a few people who could use it. In the battle at Atreem, only one user showed its true strength. It took me by surprise.
Image Sir! I’m sorry for not knowing.
Image It’s fine. More importantly, I discovered someone with a deep connection to my current vessel.
Image Really?
Image It’s a deep connection… One akin to a parent and child…
Image A familial relation, huh…
Image Yes. If that’s the case, then there’s a high possibility that they have a powerful “fragment” in their body.
Image (Moreover, that woman probably possesses a “fragment” that’s adapted to the Crystal Heart, just like this body… If I obtain it, I won’t have any weaknesses…)
Image Gazum. Capture that person at all costs. Alive.
Image Sir! Understood!
Image By the way, about that negative energy that Ispail was gathering…
Image It’s not a substitute for “fragments”, but it’s still useful. Before we destroy the planet, obtain more negative energy. If Ispail had awakened to my consciousness, he would not have destroyed himself with unnecessary ambition. Even if he absorbed every “fragment”, he would only become an entity identical to me.
Image What about the prisoner?
Image Squeeze as much negative energy out of that woman as you can. Then blow up the planet with the Planet Crisis. After that, I’ll absorb the “fragments” from Ispail, Verini, and you. Got it?
Image Sir…
Image Then go.

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[Alvis, Percival Room]
Image I’m pleased that the operation was a success and I’d like to express my heartfelt gratitude. Thank you, everyone. But the real battle is yet to come. There will surely be many obstacles to overcome before humanity and the Festum can coexist.
Image The data you received from Akane will be a major step in the right direction towards a brighter future.
Image The threat of the Festum is over, but the Earth isn’t out of the woods yet. There are still invaders who want to either take Earth for themselves, or destroy it. If we can’t stop them, there’s no future for neither us nor the Festum.
Image We must continue fighting to end this war.
[Beeping]
(TL Note: This is where the scene splits between Fafner and no Fafner secret.)

(Fafner secret achieved)
Image Commander Makabe, an unidentified submarine is approaching Tatsumiya Island!
Image A sub!? Who the hell could it be?
Image Incoming communication from the sub!
[Screen turns on]
Image The sea is the best!
(Kaiji. GXS. CV: Masaya Onosaka) (Phone)
Image Who are you?
Image Captain Kaiji.
Image What do you want from us, Captain Kaiji?
Image Hey, Mister, is this Tatsumiya Island?
Image It is.
Image Great. I’ve come to return a lost item to you.
Image A lost item?
Image We picked up something from the bottom of the ocean.
(Phone)
Image The ocean is big. It can embrace anything. But it would be nonsense for me to just leave something that’s not ours. OK?
Image OK! We’re sending you the lost item by boat. Please pick it up.
Image Commander Makabe, a small boat is heading towards us. We’re detecting three life signs on it!
Image Life signs?
Image Only those who struggle survive. That’s my policy. This is something similar, eh? I thought it might be okay for them to survive. Okay?
Image You got it, Boss!
Image …
Image Don’t drop it again, okay? If you do, everyone’ll be salty. If you don’t drop it, everyone’ll be happy. Are you happy?
Image Happy!
Image Nice to meet you!! Bye.
[Captain Kaiji hangs up]
Image Who the hell was that guy?
Image Anyway, let’s see what’s on this boat.
Image I’m curious about this lost item.

(No Fafner secret)
Image Commander Makabe, incoming call from Dannar Base!
Image On screen.
[Screen turns on]
Image Commander Makabe, what’s the situation there?
(Phone)
Image I’d like to ask you the same thing. What happened to the Mimetic Beasts?
Image We managed to get it through safely. Well, that’s not entirely true, but…
Image What happened?
Image Goh developed Rabid Syndrome.
Image …
(???. Darkened. Phone)
Image Saruwatari looks awful…
Image Rabid Syndrome… I think I read a report about that. If I recall correctly, it’s someone who’s infected with the Insania Virus after fighting a Mimetic Beast. It’s a deadly disease that develops due to a strong fighting spirit.
Image You’re correct. During a battle, Goh got affected by it. As of now, there’s no known cure that can restore the body of an infected patient.
Image Maybe we can make a cure.
Image You can!?
Image I noticed something when I was reading the report of Rabid Syndrome. The mechanism by which the Insania Virus alters the composition of the human body is very similar to the way the body crystallizes after being assimilated by a Festum.
Image They’re similar?
Image I’ve been studying the data we got from the Arctic and I discovered a way to treat the assimilation phenomenon. If we apply this method, we might be able to treat Rabid Syndrome.
Image Really? Can you save Gocchin?
(Phone)
Image I can’t guarantee that it’ll work, but I have a good feeling about this.
Image Yay! Did you hear that, Mom!?
Image Yeah. That’s great news, Anna.
Image We’ll contact you as soon as we develop a treatment. Please wait patiently.
Image Dr. Toumi, we don’t know when Rabid Syndrome will activate. It would be a good idea for pilots who fought against Mimetic Beasts to be tested for the Insania Virus. If we keep making the infected fight, they might end up like Goh.
Image I’d hate to look like that…
Image Got it. We’ll start testing for it immediately.
Image Thank you.
Image By the way, have you heard from the Daiku-Maryu?
Image Yeah. They emerged victorious. Proist has been defeated.
Image Really? They beat Proist?
Image Yes. So the only enemy remaining is the Great Jama Kingdom.
Image Don’t forget about Edax!
Image Oh, right.
Image As long as they exist, the Earth is in danger of being destroyed.
Image It seems like we should reconvene and discuss future plans, including Rabid Syndrome.
Image Yes. I agree.
Image Shall we rendezvous at Dannar Base? The Daiku-Maryu is on its way back.
Image Okay.
Image Take the Fafner Team with you. Allow us to continue fighting alongside you for the sake of the Earth.
Image Thank you for your help, Commander Makabe.
Image We’ll be there by tomorrow morning.
Image See you soon.
[Kiriko hangs up]
Image All hands, be ready by tomorrow morning.
Image We’ll be testing for the Insania Virus, so please be in the infirmary in 30 minutes.
Image Dismissed!

This next scene is only if you got the Fafner secret.

Image
[Tatsumiya Island, Beach]
Image There it is! Someone is getting off of the boat… What!? Is that Shouko!!?
Image And Michio!?
Image I see Mamoru too!!
Image What the hell…
Image Maya!
Image Yumiko!
Image Kenji! Everyone!
Image Shouko! You’re alive! Thank goodness… I’m so happy…
Image Shouko…
Image Mom… I’m home.
Image Michio, welcome home. Welcome home!
Image I made you worry. I’m sorry.
Image It’s fine. As long as you’re alive.
Image Mamoru, I’m sorry! I caused you to… But I’m surprised you’re alive. I thought…
Image I managed to escape just before the explosion, but the cockpit block sank into the ocean.
Image Captain Kaiji picked me up before I reached the ocean floor.
Image Same here. My cockpit block was forcibly ejected before the Fenrir exploded, but I ended up in the ocean. Kaiji saved my life. I’m truly grateful to him.
Image I thought he was a weird old man, but he’s actually a good person.
Image You’re lucky to be alive, Mamoru.
Image No matter what crisis you find yourself in, always come back alive! That’s rule #1 of being a hero! You hold promise.
Image We’ll train you rigorously!
Image Please do!
Image Mamoru. I’ve been looking after your helmet. I’m glad you’re safe.
Image Thank you, Wendy.
Image You mean that Gobine thing? Are you going to wear it again?
Image I think so. But next time, instead of wearing it to hide my fear, I’ll wear it to fight with courage. That’s the Gobine way!
Image If you say so.
Image Hey! Kenji! Mamoru!
Image Huh? That voice… Is that…
Image Hey! Kenji! Mamoru! What are you spacing out for? If you’re still alive, at least tell us you’re coming home!
Image Hey Sakura.
Image Sakura! Is that really you?
Image I heard from Dr. Toumi that you fought your damnedest to obtain the data to save me. You went to the North Pole to fight the Festum, right?
Image It wasn’t just for you. It was to achieve coexistence between us and the Festum.
Image Thank you, Kenji! I love you!
Image You idiot! Don’t hug me! Get away! Everyone’s watching!
Image Why are you so embarrassed? By the way, where are Kazuki and Soushi?
Image Those two are still in Fafnerburg. It seems Soushi’s assimilation is so severe that he can’t physically leave the Siegfried System.
Image Really?
Image Those two will be fine. Kouyou is helping them.
Image Tsubaki!?
Image Didn’t you go into the cave?
Image It seems the Mir gave me a little more time so I can see everyone’s battle to the end. So I can stay with everyone a little longer.
Image Hey, Tsubaki. What was that about Kouyou? Did he come back?
Image Yes. I’m sure he’s with Kazuki and Soushi right now.
Image So he’s back to normal too!
Image It seems all the Fafner pilots are back.
Image That’s great news! Right, Makabe?
Image Yeah… This is truly a miracle…
Image All that’s left is for Kazuki and Soushi to come on out.
Image Come on, there’s no point in standing here. Let’s go back to the Percival Room. Michio, we need to start repairing your Nothung Model. Tell them to start prepping for a core transplant.
Image Roger.

This scene is only if you get the Fafner secret. It’s basically the conversation with Kiriko from before.

Image
[Alvis, Percival Room]
Image Commander Makabe, incoming call from Dannar Base!
Image On screen.
[Screen turns on]
Image Commander Makabe, what’s the situation there?
(Phone)
Image I’d like to ask you the same thing. What happened to the Mimetic Beasts?
Image We managed to get it through safely. Well, that’s not entirely true, but…
Image What happened?
Image Goh developed Rabid Syndrome.
Image …
(???. Darkened. Phone)
Image Saruwatari looks awful…
Image Rabid Syndrome… I think I read a report about that. If I recall correctly, it’s someone who’s infected with the Insania Virus after fighting a Mimetic Beast. It’s a deadly disease that develops due to a strong fighting spirit.
Image You’re correct. During a battle, Goh got affected by it. As of now, there’s no known cure that can restore the body of an infected patient.
Image Maybe we can make a cure.
Image You can!?
Image I noticed something when I was reading the report of Rabid Syndrome. The mechanism by which the Insania Virus alters the composition of the human body is very similar to the way the body crystalizes after being assimilated by a Festum.
Image They’re similar?
Image I’ve been studying the data we got from the Arctic and I discovered a way to treat the assimilation phenomenon. If we apply this method, we might be able to treat Rabid Syndrome.
Image Really? Can you save Gocchin?
(Phone)
Image I can’t guarantee that it’ll work, but I have a good feeling about this.
Image Yay! Did you hear that, Mom!?
Image Yeah. That’s great news, Anna.
Image We’ll contact you as soon as we develop a treatment. Please wait patiently.
Image Dr. Toumi, we don’t know when Rabid Syndrome will activate. It would be a good idea for pilots who fought against Mimetic Beasts to be tested for the Insania Virus. If we keep making the infected fight, they might end up like Goh.
Image I’d hate to look like that…
Image Got it. We’ll start testing for it immediately.
Image Thank you.
Image By the way, have you heard from the Daiku-Maryu?
Image Yeah. They emerged victorious. Proist has been defeated.
Image Really? They beat Proist?
Image Yes. So the only enemy remaining is the Great Jama Kingdom.
Image Don’t forget about Edax!
Image Oh, right.
Image As long as they exist, the Earth is in danger of being destroyed.
Image It seems like we should reconvene and discuss future plans, including Rabid Syndrome.
Image Yes. I agree.
Image Shall we rendezvous at Dannar Base? The Daiku-Maryu is on its way back.
Image Okay.
Image Take the Fafner Team with you. Allow us to continue fighting alongside you for the sake of the Earth.
Image Thank you for your help, Commander Makabe.
Image We’ll be there by tomorrow morning.
Image See you soon.
[Kiriko hangs up]
Image All hands, be ready by tomorrow morning.
Image We’ll be testing for the Insania Virus, so please be in the infirmary in 30 minutes.
Image Dismissed!

This final scene is a bit different between secret and non-secret.

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[Alvis, Fafnerburg]
Image Soushi, come with me to Dr. Toumi. Among the data from the Arctic, there must be a way to reverse the assimilation process.
(If you got the Fafner secret, one of Kazuki’s eyes will be red. If you failed the secret, they’ll both be red.)
Image Kazuki, I taught the Festum about pain and existence. I learned of their blessing, of the cycle of existence and nothingness.
Image The cycle of existence and nothingness? What do you mean?
Image There’s not much of my body left…
Image Let’s both get treatment! I’m sure we’ll…
Image Go by yourself. I’ll be gone soon.

(No Fafner secret)
Image Soushi, what are you saying! Stop that! This battle isn’t over yet! Are you planning to abandon the Earth!?
Image !!
Image Even if the Festum are dealt with, there are still other invaders out there! Plus, the other Earth hasn’t achieved peace yet either! We must keep fighting! We need you to help us!
Image Kazuki…
Image So don’t tell me you’ll let yourself die! Get treatment with me and let’s fight together! Soushi!
Image …You’re right. I seem to have forgotten about something important. I can’t die here. I have to keep fighting for Earth.
Image So you do understand! Thank you, Soushi!
Image I should be the one to thank you. Thank you, Kazuki.
Image So let’s start that treatment. Let’s go to Dr. Toumi!
Image Yes. Let’s.
Image (I’m still needed. I’ll stay here a little longer.)

(Fafner secret)
[The door opens]
Image Don’t deny your own existence, Soushi. Everyone still needs you.
Image K-Kouyou!? But weren’t you… So it wasn’t a dream after all. You saved us from the darkness!
Image That’s right. I couldn’t let your existence be erased.
Image Kouyou, wasn’t your mind assimilated?
Image Dr. Toumi treated me. There was a cure in the data from the Arctic. Thanks to that, I was able to regain my consciousness. I owe both of you an apology.
Image Kouyou… See, even he got cured. I’m sure we'll get better too!
Image Maybe, but I’m already…
Image Are you trying to run away?
Image !!
Image Even if the Festum are dealt with, there are still other invaders out there! Plus, the other Earth hasn’t achieved peace yet either! We must keep fighting! We need you to help us!
Image Kazuki…
Image So don’t tell me you’ll let yourself die! Get treatment with me and let’s fight together! Soushi!
Image Try to understand his feelings, Soushi.
Image …You’re right. I seem to have forgotten about something important. I can’t die here. I have to keep fighting for Earth.
Image So you do understand! Thank you, Soushi!
Image I should be the one to thank you. Thank you, Kazuki.
Image So let’s start that treatment. Let’s go to Dr. Toumi! Here, I’ll lend you my shoulder.
Image Yes. Let’s.
Image (I’m still needed. I’ll stay here a little longer.)
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Archived version of this chapter.

This is part one of two.

The route splits are now over! I’ll be writing the rest of this LP as if you got both Fafner and Gundam secrets, even though it’s not possible. Just ignore any lines from Rey/Stella or Michio/Mamoru/Shouko/Sakura/Kouyou depending on which secret you’re on. Sorry, but Ken won’t be invited to this party.

If you did get the Fafner secret, you can choose between having either Sakura or Canon pilot the Mark Drei. You also get a spare Babylon Model Fafner, but only Canon can pilot that one. You can only use the Triple Dock combination attack with Sakura in the Drei (along with Mamoru and Kenji). Kazuki and Maya also have a combination attack, as do Kazuki, Maya, Canon (in the Drei), and Kenji.

As a reminder, any scenes with Gazum or Ru-Cobol will use the Angelica route mugshots unless it’s a Sheldia route only scene.

This chapter is also the culmination of the Gun X Sword characters secret. I’ll point that out when it becomes relevant.

Squad time! We’ve got 19+3 deployment slots. Solos are Shinn, Kira, Van, Kazuki, Cagalli, Sven, Chief, Ruuji, Gainer, Rey, and Priscilla. Pairs are Mist/Angelica, Roll/A Kan, Hiroshi/Miwa, Gain/Maya, Goh/Anna, Nouza/Lou, Daiya/Sheldia, Kenji/Kyo, Nero/Selene, Koji/Puria, and Lee/Mu. Mandatory deployments are Van, Nero, and Priscilla. Van cannot be paired up.

Last time, the Festum, Darius Army, and Mimetic Beasts were all pacified.

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[???]
Image Birthday… What an exciting name. A new world will emerge from my coffin.
Image You can control Birthday’s body using the Brain Style. Naturally, it’s not armed, but its specs far surpass what was originally planned.
Image You didn’t need to go that far.
Image My apologies. We wanted to do our best for you out of selfishness.
Image Hahaha. I understand your feelings. Fasalina, Michael, thank you for being here. It’s a shame, I wanted all of you to be here to see this.
Image It’s an honor.
(Phone)
Image Same here, Comrade.
(Phone)
Image Well then, Comrade, let’s begin the birthday party. Activate the Birthday!
[Beeping]
Image Hmm? What’s that sound?
Image It seems someone is approaching our base.
Image Is it Van’s group?
Image Comrade, we’ll eliminate the intruder. Please wait a moment.
Image Very well. Thank you.

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Image It looks like our guest has arrived. Michael, are you ready?
Image Yes!

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Image I finally found you, Claw! Today is the day I kill you!
Image Oh, I was wondering who it was. It’s been a while. Are you here alone?
Image What happened to the others? Is Van not with you?
Image I’m alone. I have no allies.
Image It’s quite reckless of you to attack all alone.
Image Where is The Claw?
Image We’re not going to tell you!
Image Then I’ll find him myself. And while I’m at it, I’ll destroy that huge Armor!
Image How violent… Why are you getting in the Comrade’s way?
Image He took something important from me. I’ll make him pay for it!
Image You won’t win against us like that.
Image What!?
Image You’re fighting to satisfy a personal grudge. We’re fighting to protect the Comrade’s dream. Life is stronger when you have something to protect!
Image You sound like you’re some sort of champion of justice. Well, let me tell you something! I had a dream too. To live peacefully with the woman I love. It was a simple dream. And yet, that man tore it all apart! All for the simple reason of me refusing to work with him!
Image His dream is far more important.
Image Are you saying mine didn’t matter!? What about other people? What do you think happened to those whose dreams you stole?
Image Just surrender your dreams to the Comrade. If you do, your anguish will disappear!
Image Shut up! I’ll make that man’s dreams suffer just like he did to me!
Image I won’t let that happen!
Image Deploy the 101s!

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Image Do you think you can defeat all of us all by yourself?
Image Don’t underestimate the power of my Volkain! UUUOOOOOOOOOH!

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[Fade to white]

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image Welcome back, everyone. I’m so glad you were all successful.
Image Yeah. With the Arctic Mir destroyed, the threat of the Festum is over.
Image We’ve defeated Proist. The Darius invasion of the surface is over. Plus, Generals Nouza, Vestaanu and Kain have agreed to join us with the Daichi-Maryu and Tenku-Maryu.
Image Is it true that the other Fire Giants, Vulking and Raiking, can combine with Gaiking?
Image Yes. When they do, they become Gaiking The Great.
Image The Mimetic Beasts weren’t completely wiped out, but with the death of their leader, the Super Mimetic Beast, they probably won’t be appearing anytime soon.
Image So the only one targeting Earth is Edax, huh?
Image Mist, you forgot about the Great Jama Kingdom!
Image Oh, right.
Image Plus I haven’t gotten my revenge on that clawed bastard yet! Don’t forget that!
Image But there are fewer and fewer threats targeting both Earths now. The day we achieve peace isn’t that far off.
Image Yeah…
(Brief cutoff here for the secret splits. Each of the three has a slightly different scene. I couldn’t combine them together nicely)

(Fafner secret)
Image Huh? There seems to be more Fafner pilots now.
Image Oh, it’s Kouyou! And Sakura too! Weren’t you both assimilated by the Festum?
Image We’re here thanks to everyone on the Archangel. They obtained data that allows humans and Festum to coexist. That data allowed us to return to our original selves.
Image I’m really grateful to everyone.
Image There’s a cutie I’ve never seen before. What's your name, miss?
Image S-Shouko Hazama…
Image Shouko! You’re just as cute as your name! Are you a Fafner pilot too? I’m Kenji Kusanagi, Jeeg’s pilot. If you’d like, I’d love t--
[Smack]
Image Enough already!
Image Owww! What was that for!?
Image Don’t you dare try to pick up a middle schooler! Perverted Kenji!
Image Seriously. I wonder if there’s any decent guys out there named Kenji.
Image W-what? Don’t lump me with him! I’m not a pervert!
Image My fellow Kenji, you’re calling me a pervert too?
Image If the shoe fits!
Image You punk-ass--
Image There’re no decent guys named Koji either.
Image Huh? Me?
Image I’m not talking about you. Kouji is your last name. Your first name is Tetsuya, right?
Image So I’m the only one! Dammit, this is all your fault, Kenji! Buy me some food later and I might forgive you!
Image How is this my fault!?
Image Fool…
Image Hehe… I was really worried about what the world was like outside of the island. There are so many interesting people here. This will be fun, Maya.
Image Yeah, it is. Everyone here is kind and reliable. You can fight without worry.
Image Yeah!
Image Huh? Is that Mira over there? She’s wearing a pilot suit, so does that mean she’s returned to active duty?
Image Yes, all thanks to you. I’m still a bit rusty, so I’m holding everyone back.
Image That ain’t true! You’re doing a fine job! You’re someone who fought in the Titan War! I’d say you’re among the best we’ve got!
Image Thank you, Boss.
Image Teehee…
Image Oh my god, Boss. Stop acting like a creep.
Image In addition to Mira, Lou will also be fighting alongside us.
Image It’s nice to be back.
Image Thank goodness. Welcome back, Lou! What happened to you?
Image I was traveling with Ken.
Image Ken? Who’s that?
Image You know him as Menage Zero, the internationally wanted robot pilot. After Lou disappeared, she joined up with him.
Image Ken taught me how to pilot a robot, as well as the sadness and futility of fighting. I’ll never forget him…
Image What happened to him?
Image He’s dead.
Image What!?
Image He gave his life to reveal the Super Mimetic Beast’s weakness.
Image Without his help, we wouldn’t have been able to defeat the Super Mimetic Beast! He would have been a great friend!
Image As he died, I swore that I would fight to the death to protect the Earth, just as my father did.
Image Lou, you’ve grown so much since we last saw each other.
Image By the way, where’s Goh and Anna?
Image Goh is in surgery. Anna should be clinging to the operating room door.
Image Surgery?
Image It’s to cure Rabid Syndrome. We found clues to treatment from the Festum’s data. With the help of the PLANTs, we discovered a way to treat it at a genetic level. This surgery should restore Goh to his former state.
Image I sure hope so…
(TL Note: His eyes have returned to normal as a result of treatment apparently.)

(Gundam secret)
Image Huh? I don’t see Michio or Mamoru anywhere.
Image Those two died in a battle against the Festum…
Image You’re kidding! They’re dead!?
Image We were planning to teach Mamoru the secrets of being a hero…
Image But it’s not all bad news. My sister is pregnant with Michio’s baby. She’s very happy about that.
Image So that’s what he left behind…
Image For the sake of the two who lost their lives in battle and for the sake of the new life that’s about to be born, we must achieve peace and a future for the Earth!
Image Hey, Shinn. Who are those two people with you? I feel like I’ve met them before.
Image They’re Rey and Stella. Rey was my partner during my time with ZAFT and Stella is… Well…
Image Shinn said he’d protect me! And I’ll fight for Shinn!
Image Stop hugging me. I don’t want you to fight if possible…
Image You two sure are friendly! Hmph!
Image Luna…
Image …Stella is a former Alliance pilot, but we’ll be fighting together from now on. Please take good care of her.
Image I’m Rey Za Burrel. I’ve fought you guys a few times in the past.
Image Oh, so that’s why I felt like we’d met before.
Image I thought about what I needed to do and decided I should join this unit. I look forward to working with you.
Image Rey is a smart and skilled pilot. I trust him implicitly.
Image I can vouch for Rey’s skills. Anyone who fought him knows his strength firsthand.
Image Shinn, I’m your friend, right?
Image You are. And everyone else here is your friend too.
Image Okay!
Image It’s nice to meet both of you.
Image Huh? Is that Mira over there? She’s wearing a pilot suit, so does that mean she’s returned to active duty?
Image Yes, all thanks to you. I’m still a bit rusty, so I’m holding everyone back.
Image That ain’t true! You’re doing a fine job! You’re someone who fought in the Titan War! I’d say you’re among the best we’ve got!
Image Thank you, Boss.
Image Teehee…
Image Oh my god, Boss. Stop acting like a creep.
Image In addition to Mira, Lou will also be fighting alongside us.
Image It’s nice to meet you.
Image Thank goodness. Welcome back, Lou! What happened to you?
Image I was traveling with Ken.
Image Ken? Who’s that?
Image You know him as Menage Zero, the internationally wanted robot pilot. After Lou disappeared, she joined up with him.
Image Ken taught me how to pilot a robot, as well as the sadness and futility of fighting. I’ll never forget him…
Image What happened to him?
Image He’s dead.
Image What!?
Image He gave his life to reveal the Super Mimetic Beast’s weakness.
Image Without his help, we wouldn’t have been able to defeat the Super Mimetic Beast! He would have been a great friend!
Image As he died, I swore that I would fight to the death to protect the Earth, just as my father did.
Image Lou, you’ve grown so much since we last saw each other.
Image By the way, where’s Goh and Anna?
Image Goh is in surgery. Anna should be clinging to the operating room door.
Image Surgery?
Image It’s to cure Rabid Syndrome. We found clues to treatment from the Festum’s data. With the help of the PLANTs, we discovered a way to treat it at a genetic level. This surgery should restore Goh to his former state.
Image I sure hope so…
(TL Note: His eyes have returned to normal as a result of treatment apparently.)

(Blade Gainer secret)
Image Huh? I don’t see Michio or Mamoru anywhere.
Image Those two died in a battle against the Festum…
Image You’re kidding! They’re dead!?
Image We were planning to teach Mamoru the secrets of being a hero…
Image But it’s not all bad news. My sister is pregnant with Michio’s baby. She’s very happy about that.
Image So that’s what he left behind…
Image For the sake of the two who lost their lives in battle and for the sake of the new life that’s about to be born, we must achieve peace and a future for the Earth!
Image Huh? Is that Mira over there? She’s wearing a pilot suit, so does that mean she’s returned to active duty?
Image Yes, all thanks to you. I’m still a bit rusty, so I’m holding everyone back.
Image That ain’t true! You’re doing a fine job! You’re someone who fought in the Titan War! I’d say you’re among the best we’ve got!
Image Thank you, Boss.
Image Teehee…
Image Oh my god, Boss. Stop acting like a creep.
Image In addition to Mira, Lou will also be fighting alongside us.
Image Where is she anyway?
Image She’s with Ken, who’s currently undergoing surgery.
Image Ken? Who’s that?
Image You know him as Menage Zero, the internationally wanted robot pilot. After Lou disappeared, she joined up with him.
Image Oh, you mean that robot pilot from earlier.
Image Lou took a liking to him, viewing him like another father. Probably even more so than her actual one.
Image Without his help, we wouldn’t have been able to defeat the Super Mimetic Beast. He’s a precious friend!
Image He’s in surgery? He was injured that badly?
Image His injuries were serious, but the surgery is mainly to treat his Rabid Syndrome. We found clues to treatment from the Festum’s data. With the help of the PLANTs, we discovered a way to treat it at a genetic level. This surgery should restore Ken and Goh to their former states.
Image Where’s Anna?
Image Anna should be clinging to the operating room door.
Image I hope they get better soon…
(TL Note: His eyes have returned to normal as a result of treatment apparently.)

(The cutscenes combine here.)
Image This is information that you risked your lives to retrieve. It’ll definitely work!
[Beeping]
Image Mom! The surgery is over! Gocchin is back to normal!
(Phone)
Image Really!?
Image He’s since woken up, so he’s fine!
Image Doctor, let’s go to the infirmary! I want to see him looking better.
Image Hey, he just had surgery. Are you sure you should barge in now?
Image It’s fine! He’s already back to normal! Come and see him!
Image Well if she insists, let’s go already!
Image Let’s go, let’s go!
Image I’ll come with you. I want to see my son-in-law looking healthy. Kagemaru, I’m leaving the command center to you.
Image Ma’am!

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[Dannar Base, Infirmary]
Image Saruwatari!
Image You’re right! He’s back to normal!
Image Hey, everyone. Sorry for worrying you.
Image That’s just like you, Goh. You’re not going to die that easily.
Image Of course not. I have a mission to protect the Earth. Besides, I can’t just leave Anna like that.
Image Gocchin! It’s embarrassing to say that in front of everyone!
Image Doctor, has anything changed on Earth while I was out?
Image Only that the Daiku-Maryu and Archangel have returned.
Image As you’d expect, we’re all victorious!
Image The Festum in the Arctic is gone.
Image Daiya! Kazuki! That’s a relief to hear.
Image The only enemies we have left are the Great Jama Kingdom, the clawed man, and Edax. We’re going to discuss our next steps in a meeting shortly. Can you attend the meeting?
Image Of course! I can’t sleep now.
Image Well said. Everyone, let’s head back to the command center for the meeting.
Image Roger!

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image So the only enemy left on my Earth is The Claw, right!? You can just send me back! I’ll take care of him! You fight the Jerma Kingdom or whatever it’s called! That shouldn’t be a problem!
Image What will you do if we send you back? Do you even know where he is?
Image I don’t know! I’ll figure it out and find him!
Image You’d just wander around again and end up in some town on the verge of starvation. How do you not have a plan?
Image …
Image Wendy’s right. I understand your impatience, but we can’t let you go on your own. At least let us help you find him.
Image Stay with us. Maybe we’ll get a call from Da Jin in Zuri. Once we hear anything, we’ll go straight for him. Okay?
Image You’ve been very kind to us. I won’t do anything bad to you, so please just stay with us for a little while longer.
Image Of course it’s going to turn out like this…
Image I’m sorry for keeping you here.
Image Speaking of not knowing where someone is, we have no idea where the Jama Kingdom or Edax are hiding.
Image We investigated Mt. Aso, but couldn’t find any clues.
Image 50 years ago, Himika kept attacking us without rest. Compared to that, I have a bad feeling about what she’s up to…
Image Edax also launched a large army at Atreem last year.
Image Same with Bezard!
Image But now they’re playing the mastermind.
Image That Gazum asshole said they’d show up soon, but we haven’t heard a peep.
Image Gil Berg didn’t tell us anything either.
Image It’s frustrating that we have to wait for our enemies to attack.
Image Indeed. We’re always a step behind. We might lose before we even have a chance to win.
Image If only we had a single clue…
Image Rem…
Image Dad…
Image Representative Athha, can I say something?
Image What is it?
Image I have an idea as to where the Jama Kingdom is hiding.
Image Really?
Image Kyo…
Image Where are they?
[Beeping]
Image Doctor! We’re getting an emergency call on the hyperspace line!
Image Hyperspace? So that means…
Image It’s coming from the other Earth!
Image On screen, now!
[A screen turns on]
Image E-everyone, can you hear me?
(Phone)
Image Da Jin!
Image My Lord! We’ve got a big problem!
Image What happened?
Image A cataclysm is happening! A band of glowing bluish clouds have spread across the sky. I’ve gotten reports of earthquakes and tsunamis! And the Moon… The Moon has stopped moving!
Image A cataclysm!?
Image The Moon stopped moving? Are you dreaming?
Image I’m wide awake! Others have seen it too! Putting aside the Moon, tsunamis and earthquakes are destroying entire towns and villages! My Lord, please come back immediately! The world is in chaos right now! We need yo--
[Disconnected]
Image The connection has been cut off.
Image Hyperspace communications are unstable. I’m surprised it lasted that long.
Image Uncle! Natural disasters!
Image Hmm…
Image If there are natural disasters, then isn’t Siberia in danger too!?
Image Can you contact Gloria or Zonnet?
Image We haven’t built a network that extends that far yet. Sorry, but we’ll have to go there ourselves and contact them normally.
Image Natural disasters don’t make any sense. But if you think about the scale, the only other things I can think of are Edax destroying planets or the Time of Happiness plan.
Image Come to think of it, that plan involved formatting the Earth and infecting everyone with The Claw’s will. That was a huge undertaking.
Image But we destroyed their base and their rocket. If they’re behind this, then it makes all of our efforts pointless.
Image The Claw’s organization is so large we can’t even comprehend it. Maybe this is their backup plan in case the first one failed. They might have a second base.
Image So this is the power of unlimited funding…
Image The Moon never stopped moving on Atreem or Bezard…
Image Hmm. Any thoughts, Professor Sakon?
Image I can’t form a hypothesis based on that testimony. I’ll have to see it with my own eyes.
Image Cagalli, you heard what’s happening. Can we return to Zuri for now?
Image Of course. If natural disasters are occurring, then we must go and help immediately!
Image Thank you.
Image Hey, Glasses! I hope you’re ready! If The Claw is behind this, that should be the clue we need!
Image My name is Sakon…
Image Names don’t matter! Let’s just go already!
Image What’s the plan? We still haven’t prepared for the Great Jama Kingdom yet. Kyo said he had an idea, right?
Image Where are they, Kyo?
Image The Moon. The only place they could be is the Moon.
Image But the Moon is a big place. How are we going to find them there?
Image I know the coordinates.
Image We’ll use satellites and the equipment in Edax’s base to monitor those coordinates. They’ll contact us if anything happens.
Image So we’re going to the other Earth?
Image Yes. I think we need to do whatever we can to save lives. Besides, if Edax is behind this incident, we might not be able to stop them unless we have everyone together.
Image The Mimetic Beasts, the Festum, and the Darius Army are no longer threats. Now is the time to save the other Earth!
Image It’s decided! Let’s go to the other Earth! Everyone, prepare to deploy!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image Everyone is on board.
Image The Archangel is also ready.
(Phone)
Image Professor Sakon, please open the gate.
Image Coordinates set. The target is Zuri!
Image Daiku-Maryu, launch!
Image Aye aye!
Image (Naoto’s response is impressive. This ship is in good hands until I’m fully healed.)

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[???]
Image Gazum, what’s the status of the negative energy?
Image Sir, everything is going according to plan.
Image Good. Don’t forget to find this vessel’s kin’s “fragments”.
Image Actually, Lord Ru-Cobol, there’s something I need to take care of first.
Image Something more important? What is it?
Image It’s something Verini left undone, but it may prove to be useful to you.
Image Explain.
Image The clawed man on this planet is working on something called the Time of Happiness Plan. If we hijack this plan, it’ll solve the Planet Crisis’ energy problem instantly.
Image I see. Interesting.
Image Verini wanted us to recover that energy before destroying the planet. Could you give me a few minutes?
Image Very well. Permission granted, but only because of Verini’s achievements. However, don’t take too long.
Image Understood. I’m going now.

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image My Lord! Princess! You’ve returned! Thank you for coming and bringing everyone.
Image Mmm.
Image We’re back!
Image Let’s get on topic. What’s the current status of the natural disasters?
Image We just had another strong earthquake. Several residents were injured.
Image What about Siberia!? Is it being hit too!?
Image According to the reports, Siberia has been severely affected by the disasters, just like Area Zi.
Image Did you find anything out about the source of all this?
Image I looked in the books we recovered from Sora City to see if anything similar has happened in the past.
Image Director Para!
Image There are no records of this cloud-like object emitting a bluish light that’s currently covering the sky. I thought it might have something to do with the original cataclysm that destroyed the world.
Image When you called us, you said the Moon stopped moving, right?
Image Yes, that’s right. The Moon has been in the same place in the sky for several days now.
Image Director Para, what about records regarding the Moon? Surely that must be related, right?
Image I looked into that too, but no dice.
Image The books said that the Moon fell to Earth before the Cataclysm. You can’t really trust them.
Image So even you guys don’t know anything.
Image National disasters, dark blue clouds, a motionless Moon… What’s happening to our planet?
Image If we don’t know the cause, we can’t fix it. Are we unable to do anything as we watch the world be destroyed like this!?
Image Jin, mobilize all humans and Zoids in Zuri to save any victims. Cagalli, will you help us?
Image Of course. If the worst comes to worst, we’ll use a gate to transport the people of this Earth to ours. Speaking of gates, where’s Professor Sakon?
Image He’s in the other room, investigating the clouds. I hope he can figure something out…
Image Okay. Let’s leave that to him and focus on rescue operations!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Hangar]
Image Wait, Van! You need to go help people!
Image I refuse. Why should I have to do that?
Image Why? Everyone all over the world is in trouble. Don’t you want to help… HUH!?
Image Joshua, what’s wrong?
Image Look over there! At the rear of the hangar!
Image Huh? Isn’t that your brother’s Armor?
Image Yeah, it’s the Volkain! It looks pretty damaged… Ah! Ray, you’re here after all!
Image Hmm? Josh!? Why are you here!?
Image That’s my line! Why are you here?
Image We picked up this guy and his broken Armor.
Image Picked him up?
Image We found them on the side of the road when we were grocery shopping.
Image Ray, were you mugged?
Image No way. I lost a fight, fled, and ran out of fuel.
Image You were seriously injured too. Completely unconscious. I treated you as best I could. Hehe.
Image Hey, personal space!
Image You lost a fight? Who were you fighting? I don’t think anyone could beat up the Volkain that much.
Image I don’t like you, but you’re a skilled Armor Rider. I didn’t think anyone else could beat you like this.
Image …
Image (The Claw is my prey. I can’t let him get to him first just because the Volkain is broken.)
Image If you don’t want to talk about it, that’s fine. What are you going to do with a broken Armor?
Image I’ll modify it, strengthen its weaponry, and beat them in a rematch!
Image Then let me help you. Let’s make your Volkain stronger together!
Image Joshua, aren’t we enemies?
Image How could you even think that? I want you to live! I want you to keep living! If you can’t move on without killing The Claw, then I’ll help you do that! That’s all I can do for you and for Shino…
Image Joshua…
Image Ray, let’s fight together. If you keep this up, you’ll end up with more than just injuries!
Image I can’t. I’ll fight alone. I’ll kill The Claw myself.
Image Just hold on, Ray. Do you really think you can get away with being that selfish?
Image Pardon?
Image Haven’t you forgotten that you owe us?
Image After all, we saved your life!
Image Exactly! You could even say your life belongs to the Muteki-Dan!.
Image We even saved your Armor.
Image You’re the selfish ones!
Image Why don’t you join the Muteki-Dan?
Image We can’t make someone who lost a fight and ran away a member. We’re supposed to be invincible, remember? We’ll have to work you up from the very bottom rung.
Image I won’t join you! I have something I need to do.
Image Anyways, if you’re a man, you shouldn’t just run away without repaying the kindness you received. It won’t hurt, right?
Image Dammit…
Image Then it’s settled! From today on, Ray is one of us!
Image Yay! Welcome aboard!
Image I do feel a little sorry for him…
Image I don’t really care. Do your best.
Image First, let’s repair this ruined Armor!
Image Right! Come on, Ray! Let’s get started!
Image …This ship is full of idiots.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image Lulu, has Professor Sakon reported anything about the natural disasters or the blue clouds yet?
Image No, not yet.
Image He’s been working hard on it, but hasn’t come to any conclusions yet.
[A screen turns on]
Image Captain! I’ve discovered the cause of the disasters! As I thought, this is The Claw’s doing!
(Phone)
Image What!?
Image Are you serious?
Image Cagalli, perfect timing. We need to head to the coordinates I’m sending you now. Give the order to sortie immediately! We need to stop this right away!
Image Stop the disasters? Can we do that?
Image I’ll explain on the way. We need to deal with this ASAP!
Image Understood! Everyone, sortie immediately!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image So who is this person anyway?
Image This is Zapiero Muttaca. Apparently, he recently defected from The Claw’s gang.
Image What!? You worked for The Claw!? Where is he!? Tell me!
Image Waaah!
(Zapiero Muttaca. GXS. CV: Ryuuzou Ishino)
Image Calm down, Van! Sorry, Shizuka, but could you hold Van down for a bit?
Image Roger that! Come on, Van. Be a good boy.
Image Uwah! The hell? Put me down! Don’t pick me up!
Image We’ll be in the hangar. Let us know when you’re done.
Image Let go of me! Stop treating me like a baby!
[Shizuka and Van leave]
Image Sorry about that.
Image Is he always like that?
Image Yes, but only when it comes to The Claw.
Image I doubt he’ll ever grow out of it.
Image That was Van? The missing member?
Image You know him?
Image Of course I do. He’s someone who kept getting in the way of our plans. Ah, sorry. I guess I’m no longer one of them.
Image By that, do you mean you quit?
Image I didn’t quit. I deserted.
Image What? You deserted?
Image I wanted to stage a coup and take over the organization, but someone betrayed me and exposed my plan. I knew my life was in danger, so I fled to Zuri.
Image You tried to stage a coup? What happened?
Image As I was working on the Time of Happiness plan, I learned that what The Claw was actually trying to do was to kill every single human on the planet.
Image A genocide? Didn’t they say he was going to format the world? I guess both would be pretty much the same.
Image Formatting would mean destroying this planet and then reconstructing it back to its original state.
Image Destroying the planet… What about the people living on it?
Image Of course, they’d be killed. It would quite literally be a genocide. He’s trying to create a world of eternal peace by killing everyone.
Image You’re kidding! Sure, a world without humans would be peaceful, but…
Image At first, I thought he was trying to rule this planet with an iron fist. But his goal isn’t that simple. He wants to go a step farther. He believes true peace can only exist if there aren’t any humans to fight.
Image So that’s what they meant for format…
Image If that’s true, then that’s completely different from what that Fasalina woman said.
Image She said that The Claw’s will would become one with all living things and that would lead to a peaceful world, right?
Image I thought that would happen too. I would have welcomed that outcome… However, reality is different. The Comrade is using the Birthday to drop the Moon onto the planet!
Image Drop the Moon!?
Image If he were to do that…
Image I told you. He intends to murder all of humanity! The blue clouds, the natural disasters, the motionless moon… It’s all part of his plan!
Image That bastard! We need to stop him!
Image I heard everything. If what he says is true, we cannot overlook this.
(Phone)
Image We need to go and stop The Claw immediately!
Image And that’s what we’re doing right now. Zapiero told us where The Claw’s base is.
Image We’ll soon arrive at the designated coordinates.
(Phone)
Image I can see it! That’s The Claw’s base!
Image Several pillars of light are reaching into the sky!
Image With that light, he can control the G-ER Fluid that’s covering the planet. He’ll use that to pull the Moon towards Earth!
Image G-ER Fluid? What’s that?
Image It’s a substance that changes density when an electric current is applied into it. If you use it in an Armor’s drive system, it becomes similar to human muscles. It’s usually flexible, but can become as hard as steel when necessary. That’s its main use.
Image Wow. That sounds really cool.
Image G-ER Fluid is used in Van’s Dann of Thursday. It’s essential for any Armor to achieve bipedial movement.
Image Now that you mention it, didn’t Bucci say he used some kind of fluid on Eldora Soul?
Image I remember something like that.
Image It’s not important.
Image You’re right.
Image So G-ER Fluid can become muscles for robots, but why is it covering the sky?
Image G-ER Fluid can also hold memory. By covering the planet with the stuff, it’s storing everything that exists inside of it.
Image What would that accomplish?
Image The plan calls for everything to be stored in the fluid, crashing the Moon, and then using that memory to rebuild the planet. At least that’s what I was told, but I can’t believe that would ever happen!
Image We don’t know what his true intentions are, but we can’t let the Moon fall. That’s for sure!
Image Ron’s right. Let’s assault the base!
[Beeping]
Image Sorry, Rosa! I was distracted for a moment and Van got away!
(Phone)
Image What!?
Image Look out the window! It’s Dann!
Image How selfish can he be!?
Image This is bad! The base’s defenses are pretty strong, so even if he is in an Original Seven, he can’t win all by himself!
Image Dammit, Van! Lulu, full speed ahead! Let’s back him up!
Image Roger that! Daiku-Maryu, full speed ahead!
Image Everyone, battle stations! We’ll stop The Claw’s plan!
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Chapter 32A: A World Reset - Part 1

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Image Last time, an unexpected interruption delayed our plans. This time, we’ll make sure the birthday party goes off without a hitch.
(Phone)
Image Please do. My body won’t last much longer. This may be our last chance.
Image Yes. Leave it to me, Comrade.
Image Fasalina, Michael, please make sure nothing happens like last time. Zapiero might try to sabotage my plan.
Image Roger that, Comrade.
Image No matter who comes, I won’t let them touch the Birthday.
Image Comrade, let’s commence the festivities!
Image Happy Birthday! Congratulations!

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Image Sorry for crashing your party.
Image Who are you!?
Image I’m Gazum. A friend of Verini.
Image Verini? Oh, her. I should have invited her too. My apologies.
Image Invited? That’s not--
Image What happened to her, anyway? I wanted to personally thank her while I’m still alive. Without her, my plan would have failed.
Image She’s dead. Died in battle.
Image She’s dead? What a pity.
Image But she left behind a will. It mentions your little happiness plan.
Image A will?
Image Yes, yes. Firstly, in return for our help, we’d like your data on your mind transplant system.
Image Ah, I remember. I seem to have agreed to that when she was supplying me energy. Hey, you. Please send Gazum the data.
Image A-are you sure, Comrade?
Image I’m a man of my word. If this system spreads, not only will conflict disappear from this planet, but from the entire universe. Wouldn’t that be wonderful?
Image Understood. I’ll send the data now.
Image …And I got it. I’ll look over it later.
Image If that’s all, we’re about to embark on a new world.
Image Unfortunately, that brings me to the second point.
Image Hmm?
Image She wanted me to stop you.
Image Come again?
Image Hmph. You’re as absent-minded as the report said… I said I’m about to stop you!
Image Bastard! Are you trying to get in our way!?
Image I won’t let you! Deploy the 101s!

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Image Foolishness. No matter how many of your dolls you send out, it’s no use! Disappear!

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Image T-that thing destroyed all the 101s instantly!
Image Then I’ll face it!

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Image Ufu. I don’t hate rough men like you… Wait? You’re a little girl?
Image Did I surprise you? It’s understandable. Even I’m still not used to this appearance.
Image A-anyway, I won’t let you stop the Comrade. You’ll behave yourself until the birthday party is over!
Image Ufu. I don’t hate rough men like you.
Image Sorry, but you’re not my type.
Image Even if you don’t like someone like me, I’ll keep you company until the party is over.
Image Like you can stop me! I’ll stop your plan and kill The Claw!
Image LIKE HELL YOU WILL!
(Phone)
Image Who goes there!?

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Kotaro Nakagawa - GUNxSWORD
Image The Claw is my prey! I won’t let some random asshole snatch him away from him!
Image You must be the Armor Rider from the Daiku-Maryu. Oh right, you were after him, weren't you? If you want to stop The Claw, be my guest. Don’t screw up!
Image You don’t have to tell me that! I’m going to kill that clawed bastard today!
Image Hehehe. I’ll leave it to you then.
[Gazum retreats]
Image Get back here!
Image Who was that, anyway? Well, whatever. Hey, Claw! You’re in that big Armor, right?
Image Oh, Dann of Thursday! You’re Van the Missing Member? I’ve heard so much about you.
Image Great. So you know why I’m here. I’ll kill you! I’ll rip you to pieces!
Image You’re so impatient. Can’t we chat for a bit?
Image I have nothing to say to you! Prepare to die!
Image If you just wait a moment, I can use my death to achieve something far greater.
Image Like I give a damn! DIE! UOOOOOH!

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Image I won’t let you do that! You won’t lay a finger on the Comrade!
Image Oh, you must be the idiot brother.
Image Don’t you dare call me Brother!
Image Then I’ll call you an idiot, idiot!
Image Dammit! How many times do I have to tell you? Stop trying to get in the Comrade’s way of his dream!
Image And like I keep telling you, I’m going to kill him!
Image He’s about to die anyway! What’s the point in killing him!?
Image I have to kill him myself! You’re just a goddamn idiot! Idiot, idiot, idiot!
Image That’s just your opinion! It’s a childish way of thinking! Humans… Life itself needs to be awakened!
Image I don’t give a damn what you’re talking about!

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Image Why don’t you look to the future!? Why can’t you let go of the past!? Your grudge is making you evil!
Image I don’t wanna! Don’t think you’re better than me just because you think you’re smarter!
Image Humans are creatures who don’t need to fight! It’s because of people like you…
Image How dare you say that! You’re the ones who started this! And besides, you’re choosing to be here after getting kidnapped by The Claw! He’s why I’m here! Go back to Wendy!
Image You’re the one who kidnapped my sister!
Image She came here of her own accord! Stop treating her like a spoiled brat! You shouldn’t let go of her, Mr. Brother!
Image I’m just trying to protect her! Do you have any idea how much I’ve suffered ever since our parents died!?
Image I don’t give a shit!

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Deploy the troops!

Image Hey, Van! Don’t just go out on your own!
Image A hero of justice is someone who suppresses their impulsive fighting spirit and prioritizes teamwork!
Image Zip it! I’m not a hero!
Image Even so, you’re our friend! Don’t act on your own!
Image We’ll punish you later.
Image I don’t care! If you won’t help me, then leave!
Image The Claw’s life is mine! I won’t let you take it!
Image Hell no! He’s my prey!
Image A rowdy bunch has gathered… Stop fighting and get along. No, this will be the last fight in this world, so perhaps we should go out with a bang?
Image Silence! In the name of justice, Eldora Soul will crush your ambitions!
Image That would be a problem. Fasalina, could you entertain our guests?
Image Yes. Leave it to me, Comrade. 101s, deploy!

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Image I won’t let you interrupt the birthday party. You won’t get any closer to the Birthday!
Image So many obstacles… I’m coming for you, so sit tight, Claw!
Image Comrade, the Birthday will fully activate in about 15 minutes! Lady Fasalina, please hold out until then.
Image Roger.
Image Listen up, everyone! We’ve intercepted the enemy’s transmission! We have 15 minutes before their plan starts!
Image That giant robot is likely the key to their plan! I’ll infiltrate the enemy’s base and see if I can shut it down! Taking into account the time it’ll take for me to do my magic, worst case, please destroy that robot within seven minutes!
Image Got it, Professor!
Image So we just need to defeat the robot emitting that light?
Image Yes. I’m counting on you. Captain, I’m heading into the base!
Image Be careful!
Image Don’t worry about him. I’ll protect him.
Image I’ll go too! I can’t let them succeed!
Image I’m going too! I want to stop my brother if I can!
Image Same here! I need to help my own brother!
Image Understood. Everyone, be careful!
Image Okay! Let’s finish this up in seven minutes!
Image Go straight ahead!
Image That’s how a man does things!
Image I’m a woman, though…
Image Don’t sweat the details! Vamonos!

We’ve got one new unit from the route split and one new unit from this stage.

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[Cell Blader]
A very weak robot, but all of its attacks are free and it has a repair kit. Max out its attack if you want to take advantage of its combination attack with Godannar.

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[Volkain Custom]
A pretty good long ranged sniper, but it’s inefficient in terms of ammo and EN usage. Make sure you give Ray both E Save and B Save, as well as max out his Gunfight skill. Works best when paired with another sniper, like Gain or Maya.

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Welcome to the Gun X Sword finale! We’ve got The Claw in the Birthday, Michael in Saudade of Sunday, and Fasalina in Dahlia of Wednesday. The objective is to advance the plot within seven minutes, or else the world will be destroyed. Keep advancing forward, but ignore Michael and Fasalina.

SECRET ALERT
Gun X Sword Characters #8
Defeat the Birthday before destroying the Saudade and the Dahlia. Anyone can shoot them down.

They’re easy enough to ignore, but they will use their multi-target combo attacks. Try to position the Archangel and Daiku-Maryu in their ranges to tank the hits. Michael’s AI will always prioritize Van if possible. As you approach the Birthday, watch out for its massive MAP attack. If you keep any of the mooks alive, he’ll avoid using any MAPs that’ll hit his allies.

When there are 10 enemies left…

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Image Reinforcements! The enemy is getting desperate!
Image I don’t care how many weaklings show up! My only target is The Claw!

The game does warn you almost every turn as you get closer to the deadline.

Image Six minutes left! Let’s do our best!

Image FIVE MINUTE WARNING! My friends, this is the climax!

Image Four minutes left! Wait, really!? Three minutes have already passed!?

Image There’s only three minutes left until the deadline! If we hesitate, we’ll lose!

There’s probably lines for the last few turns, but I never got them. You can imagine that they all say the same thing.

Anyway, let’s get into the conversations. First are the first battle lines.

Image We haven’t even reached Yapan yet, and now the Moon is dropping! I can’t stand how messed up the world is!

Image I don’t know what you’re trying to do, but I have only one goal! I’m going to kill The Claw! I’ll beat up anyone who gets in my way!

Image Van’s recklessness is lame, but I just can’t leave him alone. Do your best, Van! I’ll support you!

Image Damn that Van! He’s too young to go off and die on his own!
Image He reminds me of you when you were younger.
Image It’s our duty as his teachers to stop him from his own foolishness.
Image We’ve got plenty of energy! Go for it, Nero!
Image Eldora Fight! Go, amigo!

Image While I was away, people who were trying to cause chaos appeared. I’ll defeat you all and restore the Kida Kingdom!

Before I get into the boss dialogues, an event happens when he hits 50% HP.

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Image Oh dear. This is a problem. Why are you all trying to interfere with my plan? It’ll create eternal peace in this world, you know?
Image Eternal peace?
[Ray shoots the Birthday]
Image Dammit!!
Image Life is death. Death is infinite. Life is a circle. Come, sinners. Those who are born fools. Close your eyes in celebration. Today is the day the world ends. Let’s hold the sins we’ve accumulated over our heads. And then, let’s wait for new dreams to reach us from the sky. We sinners, we fools, infants of a new world, accept today’s day of death.
Image What’s he babbling about?
Image Like we need to understand!
Image What nonsense!
Image Unfortunately, you’ve run out of time. My long-held dream is about to blossom.
Image Dreams, huh…
Image Hmm?
Image Do you know what happens to a man when he’s deprived of his dream?
Image Huh?
Image There’s nothing I can do… Nothing at all… The unfillable hatred, the anger, the sadness… They torment my mind and body. Can you even imagine such pain? Now choose! Your dream or your life!

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Image Your attack did nothing. Too bad.
Image No. It’ll do.
Image Hmm?
Image Your dream is over.
[Error sound]
Image C-Comrade! That attack just now created a malfunction in the Birthday’s systems!
Image !!

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Image GAAAAH!
Image Comrade! We’ll restore the system as soon as possible. Give us a minute!
Image Can you fix it?
Image Yes! The party will remain on schedule!
Image I’m relieved to hear that. It seems your desperate resistance was in vain.
Image Dammit!
Image Thank you, everyone. My dream can’t end here.
Image CLAW! I’M GOING TO MURDER YOU! UUOOOOOOOOOHH!
[Van attacks the Birthday]
Image Van… Your determination in pursuing your dream is amazing. That’s why I want to give you a present. I’ll bring your fiancée back to life.
Image What!?
Image When I crash the Moon into the Earth, it’ll create an explosion. I’ll use the energy of that explosion to compress the timeline and rewrite history. In other words, the dead will come back to life. I will die and your bride will come back. The world will be at peace. Yes, I want to save you. I want to be your friend!
Image SHUT UP! Elena is dead! You killed her! And now you’re even trying to take her death away from me!? The dead can’t come back! I didn’t come here to listen to your nonsense! No, I came here to kill you!
Image Van, won’t you listen to me?
Image LISTEN TO ME, ASSHOLE! I’LL AVENGE ELENA!

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Image I see. I get it now. You’re an idiot! The complete definition of an idiot! I’ve never seen an idiot like you before! A pure impulse that won’t consider the odds of victory. Without that, humans can’t even dream!

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Image GAAAAAH!
Image Van!
Image That looks like it hurts!
Image Van, I’m glad I finally got to meet you. I never knew idiots could be so interesting. Soon, we will become one. Let’s have a long heart-to-heart later.
Image Ugh…
Image Hey, Van! Don’t pass out! Wake up!
Image We know how much you care about this battle! Is that all you got!? Don’t be so pathetic!
Image Don’t give up here! You still have a job to finish!
Image Please, Van! Show me how you’ll end this!
Image If you don’t win here, this world will…
Image VAAAAAAAN!
Image Yeah, I hear you. I know… Huh? What the… All the events until now are going round and round in my head… Is this bad?
Image SHOW ME YOU’RE A MAN!!
Image Your dream… Your goal…
Image Van! Pull yourself together!
Image Van! Wake up! Fight!
Image That voice… I remember… That’s right, Wendy… You said you’d marry me… A bride is someone who’s happy… At the peak of their happiness… Ah! Elena! ELENAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!

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[Overflow activates]
Image That’s right! That’s why…
Image …You’re our student!
Image UUOOOOOOOOOOH!

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Image What amazing power!
Image I didn’t know Dann was that strong!
Image Stop it, Van. If this continues, my plan will fail! Why are you doing this?
Image Isn’t it obvious? YOU PISS ME OFF!
Image The signal has been lost. The Moon is breaking away. All sections and systems cannot be repaired. The plan cannot continue…
Image Aha… Ahaha… AHAHAHAHA… My plan…
Image Serves you right!
Image I’ll start again! I hate to admit it, but you and yours have thwarted my plan. So I’ll start over from the beginning. Until the day my dream comes true, I won’t die, no matter what! Yes, you taught me that. Van, I would like to welcome you into this new plan as my first friend. You’re the factor that was missing from the last plan. You, the representative of all idiots!
Image Repair the damage to the Birthday! Bring out more 101s! Protect the Comrade!

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Image Thank you, Van! I feel reborn! Thank you, my friend!
Image Who’d want to be friends with you? This time, I’ll kill you for sure! Let’s end this!

Dann of Thursday now has the “Overflow” skill, which greatly increases damage dealt once he hits 130 morale. Its stats have also increased.

With the plan in ruins and the time limit no longer necessary, it’s time to kill The Claw once and for all. I would keep the new reinforcement alive, since The Claw won’t use his MAP attack if any of them are within range.

Now we can get into the boss dialogues. For some reason, Ray has nothing to say to anyone.

Image It’s horrifying to drop the Moon onto the planet!
Image Horrifying? Not at all. If I succeed, emotions like hatred and fear will disappear from your hearts. Trust me.
Image No one’s going to listen to someone who’s plotting planet-wide destruction!
Image How unfortunate. If only we’d done this a little sooner. Then you could have listened to your heart. My voice will soon reach you. Just be patient until then.

Image I’ve finally found you! It’s been a long and hard road… Elena! Now I’ll avenge you!
Image Oh, Van. Such innocence… If my plan works, let’s have a long talk inside your heart.
Image I have nothing to say to you! I’ll kill you here and now!

Image You’re the man who killed Elena!
Image Elena? Who was that again?
Image You don’t need to remember! Until I defeat you, Van won’t be able to escape her curse! I need to defeat you and free him!
Image I’m sorry, but I can’t let you do that. I’d also like to apologize to this Elena person. I’m truly sorry.

Image You’re the evil Claw!
Image We’ll open up a path to help Van achieve his dream!
Image It seems some people are pushing themselves too hard because my plan was delayed. What a mess. Please wait a little longer. That way, I won’t have to kill the elderly.
Image Don’t treat us as old timers!
Image We’ll create a peaceful world on our own!
Image We don’t need your stinkin’ plan!

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Image The Birthday has suffered severe damage! Repair it immediately! Send in more 101s!
Image Unfortunately, that’s no longer possible.
Image We’ve hijacked the main system! It’ll be impossible to support him any longer!
Image No… Comrade! We can’t repair the Birthday! If this keeps up…
Image Impossible… My dream… My long-held dream…
Image I told you! Your dream is over!
Image Impossible! I won’t accept this!

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Image GAAAAH
Image Ray! Are you okay!?
Image An attack like that won’t hurt Shino’s Volkain… Argh!
Image RAY!!
Image The Armor’s fine, but the Rider is injured.
Image W-what did you say?
Image I’m going to go kill him now! Stay back!
Image I refuse! The Claw is my prey! You stay back!
Image What can an injured man like you do!? Just stay put! Let’s go, Claw!
Image I won’t let you!

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Image Amazing! To think they could do something like that!
Image They never even talked about it beforehand!
Image This is the result of their passion to kill The Claw!
Image So that attack was only possible because of them?
Image Ugh…
Image Look! That Armor can still move!
Image No, it’s about to crumble.
Image This time, I’ll finish you off!
Image I won’t let you! Finishing off The Claw is my… What!? The Volkain won’t move! Did that attack destroy the drivetrain!?
Image Die.
Image Van, I like you a lot…
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[The Claw explodes]
Image …It’s over, Elena…
Image We’re not done yet!
Image Don’t let your guard down until all enemies are defeated!
Image Come on! Let’s quickly clear out the rest!
Image Continue fighting to secure the area! Everyone, we’re almost there!

Van now has the God’s Judgement attack, an extremely powerful one-ranged finisher that takes a whole lot of EN. Van and Ray also have the “Gun X Sword” combination attack, which you’ll rarely use. Not only does it drain a lot of EN, but both units have completely different playstyles so they’ll never be together unless you go out of your way to use it.

Anyway, all that’s left are the mooks, Michael, and Fasalina.

Image Hey! Stop making Wendy worry!
Image Why do you, a stranger, care?
Image There are people in this world who will never see their sisters again! Be kind to her while she’s still alive!
Image What are you talking about? It’s none of your business!
Image You’re just an idiotic brother!!

Image You ungrateful prick! You’re wasting Gadved’s kindness!
Image Who cares? You’re the one who’s neglecting Wendy’s feelings!
Image I’m going to do what I have to do! I won’t let anyone get in my way!
Image Same here! Get out of my way, idiot!

Image Hey, you! You’re Wendy’s brother, right? If so, why don’t you help us out instead?
Image I’m following my own path! This has nothing to do with her! Besides, there’s no way I’d ever help someone like Van!
Image You ignorant fool! My Brownie will punish you!

Image Hey, kid! You know what The Claw is up to and you still want to help him?
Image Of course! I’m risking my life to help the Comrade’s plan succeed!
Image Then we have nothing more to say. Live for your beliefs and die for them! That’s how a man should live!
Image I’ll tell Wendy that you died fighting bravely.
Image Don’t pretend I’m dead yet!

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Image I couldn’t protect the Comrade… I’m useless!
Image This is the end of you, idiot!
Image Bastard!
Image Is there anything we can do to help?
Image Let’s just sit back and watch our student’s fight.
Image We have to do something to help.
Image Carlos!!
Image You’re awake?
Image Did you forget the motion system Bucci created was for his sake?
Image Motion system? Relying on that is heresy.
Image Good grief. That’s why I told you to read the instructions. It’s not heresy. Only we, who understand Van’s habits, can use it. And it’s mostly manual anyway, so quit complaining! Activate the system! The fun is just starting!
Image Mmm… Fine. If it’s for his sake, I’ll do it! Van! I’ll lend you a hand!
Image What!? I’m fine!
Image Try this dream master-student combination!
Image I’m not your student!

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Image GAAAAAH! Am I going to die like this? No! There must be something I can still do! Even if the Birthday is gone, I still can spread the Comrade’s ideals! I’ll never give up!
[Michael retreats]

Eldora Soul now has the Dungun Bombardiero attack (another one-range finisher), and a combination attack with Van called “Dungun Eldoradann”. That’s slightly more usable since they’re both close ranged fighters. Carlos is also awake and I believe his spirits got upgraded.

Image You again! What a creepy woman!
Image Don’t say that. Just leave your body to me.
Image Are you deaf!? Are you an idiot? How many more times do I have to tell you?
Image You’re so devoted. But I don’t have time for flirting.
Image Dammit! Just leave! You’re in my way!

Image Hey, lady! Don’t get in our way!
Image Don’t call me a lady. It pisses me off, especially since you’re just a girl.
Image Then I’ll say it again and again! Lady, lady, lady! Just go home!
Image I think you need a spanking.

Image Woman! Why are you trying to block a man’s path!?
Image Women should never be pushy and should do what men tell them to do.
Image I hate that anti-feminist mentality!
Image Men rule this world! Women should just shut up and follow us!
Image What an outdated way of thinking. I’ll force you to change!

Image What’s wrong with you, you succubus? I hate women like you!
Image And I hate kids who get emotional and rush me.
Image A kid? I’ll show you if I’m a kid or not! Don’t regret this later!
Image If you can, then go ahead.

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Image If the Comrade falls, then the Time of Happiness Plan is over and there’ll be no point in my existence. No! That can’t be true! If we can revive the Comrade, there’s still a chance! If I hurry, I can still make it! I must make it!
[Fasalina retreats]

The map ends when all enemies are defeated.

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Image Is that all of them?
Image Seems so.
Image Does that mean…
Image Good job, Van. The battle against The Claw’s gang is finally over.
Image Congratulations, Van.
Image Well done. You stayed true to yourself to the very end.
Image That’s why you’re our student!
Image Van!
Image It seems you’re the one who killed him… Oh well. At least I got to see him die.
Image Ray!
Image Josh…
Image You did it, Van!
Image CONGRATULATIONS!
Image I’m happy for you, Van!
Image Yeah… I couldn’t have done it without your help. Thank you.
Image Van is thanking us? If you were like this from the start, I wouldn’t have any gray hairs.
Image Now that you mention it, that’s the first time I’ve ever heard Van say that.
Image Tch. Don’t mock someone who’s honestly thanking you!
Image This is Sakon. I’m going to fully shut down the base. It would be a problem if someone were to occupy it again.
Image Go for it, Professor. There might be enemy remnants around, so be careful.
Image Understood. Getting started now.

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[The Claw’s Base, Corridor]
Image Let’s hurry this up. We can shut down the base’s systems in the central control room up ahead.
Image Intruders! Stop right there!
Image Michael!
Image Wendy!? Why are you here? No, that doesn’t matter. I won’t let you proceed any further! I’ll protect the Comrade’s dreams!
Image Sorry, Wendy, but I’m gonna hurt your brother a bit.
Image Wait, Shizuka. I’ve got this.
Image Wendy?
Image Just go on ahead!
Image I can’t just leave you behind!
Image Shizuka, leave this to her. We’re counting on you, Wendy.
Image Yes!
[The others leave]
Image Wait!
Image No! We have to stop The Claw’s plan! I won’t let you go after them!
Image Get out of my way!
Image No.
Image I don’t have time for you right now. I still have a job to do!
Image Me too.
Image Wendy! Are you really aiming your gun at me?
Image …
Image Put the gun down!
Image No.
Image Why are you doing this?
Image Because you’re wrong!
Image I’m not wrong. The world the Comrade dreamed of is the happiness we all desire.
Image No one wants something like that! A world where there’s only happiness is weird. That kind of happiness is the same as not existing! Plus, it’s wrong to force it upon others! That’s not happiness! That’s emotional violence!
Image Shut up!
Image Stop this, Michael!
Image You can’t stop me!
[Gunshot]
Image Ugh! Did you just shoot me? You missed?
Image No… Stop!
Image Wendy!
Image Don’t come any closer!
[Wendy grabs Michael]
Image Let go of me!
Image No! Everyone loves this world! There are many painful things, but that’s why we love it!
Image Don’t talk with such a narrow perspective! What do you know about the world?
Image I’ve seen it with my own eyes! I’ve walked it with my own feet! I’ve been to another Earth! I’ve experienced both pain and sadness, as well as happiness and fun! I’ve thought a lot about why we fight and why we can’t understand each other! Michael, what do you know besides what The Claw told you!?
Image There’s nothing more important than his friendship!
Image Why do you only see him!? I get it. He tricks everyone with words like “the world” and “dreams”. He doesn’t see the real us! He’s just forcing his own selfish desires on everyone. You just want to believe a fraud like him! He’s a con-artist!
Image Denying him means denying me! Just stop!
[Michael grabs Wendy by the throat]
Image Ugh. It hurts… Michael… Stop…
[Michael gets bit and lets go]
Image Ouch!
Image KEEE!
Image W-what was I doing? I was strangling my own sister…
Image *Coughing*
Image Wendy… Maybe you’re right.
Image Huh?
Image But I think the path I chose is also the right one. Even if the plan is gone, I want to follow my own path… So you follow yours. Keep that gun.
Image Michael… Okay.
Image Kee!
Image Kameo, I’m counting on you to protect Wendy.
[Michael leaves]
Image Michael…

Image
[Claw’s Base, Control Room]
Image This is the central control room. We can erase all the data here.
Image That voice… Chief Muttaca?
(???. Darkened)
Image Bucci! You’re still here!?
Image I was just waiting for someone to infiltrate the base.
(Bucci. GXS. CV: Mitsuo Iwata)
Image What!? You were waiting for us!? You’re a coward! I should punch you.
Image N-no! It’s not like that! I saw the Eldora Soul among the enemies and--
Image You know about the Eldora Soul?
Image I don’t just know it, I was the one who gave it bipedal movement!
Image Ah! So you’re the guy who made the Bucci Engine in the Eldora Soul?
Image Exactly. I’m Bucci! I was waiting here, hoping one of the old men’s friends would come and help me.
Image Help you? Don’t you work for The Claw?
Image Hell no! I was beaten and forced to work here!
Image Really? I had no idea. We’ll talk about this later. Right now, we need to erase all the data on the Time of Happiness Plan as quickly as possible. Bucci, help us out!
Image Sure.
[Some time later]
Image …And now, all the data has been erased. All that’s left is to flip the self-destruct switch.
[Switch flipped. Alarm rings]
Image And there we go. This base will explode in three minutes. Let’s get the hell out of here.
[The door opens]
Image What have you done, Zapiero? This was the only thing that gave my life meaning… Comrade…
Image Fasalina!
Image Are you trying to destroy the Comrade’s great plan?
Image You’re too late, Fasalina. It’s all gone.
Image I can’t forgive you. How dare you!
[Explosion]
Image Ahh!
Image Fasalina!
Image It looks like the base is starting to collapse. Let’s get out of here!
Image Fasalina! I hate you, but I can’t just leave you to die. Let’s escape together! Come with us!
[Door opens]
Image There’s no need for that.
Image Michael! What happened to Wendy? You didn’t kill your own sister, did you?
Image Wendy’s back where I left her. Help her escape.
Image What about you?
Image I’ll escape with Fasalina.
Image Michael…
Image Hurry up! We only have two minutes left!
Image Michael, come with us! You too, Fasalina!
Image Don’t worry about us. I’ll be right behind you, so go on ahead!
Image …Fine. Let’s go!

(If you don’t get the Gun X Sword characters secret)
Image Yes!
Image Fasalina! Take my shoulder!
Image Michael…
[Explosion]
Image Ahh!
Image Uwaaah!
Image Michael! Fasalina!
Image We’re out of time! Hurry!
Image Fasalina… To die like that…
Image There you are, Wendy!
Image Wendy! The base is about to explode! Let’s get out of here already!
Image One minute left! Hurry!
Image R-right!
[Fade to white as the base explodes]

(If you get the Gun X Sword characters secret)
Image Wait! I can’t leave you here! Michael, hurry! Come quickly!
Image Wendy… Got it! I’m coming! Fasalina, take my shoulder!
Image Michael…
[Explosion]
Image That was a close one. If I stayed there any longer, I would have gotten buried in rubble.
Image Thank Wendy when we’re out of here!
Image One minute left! Hurry!
Image Come on, let’s run as fast as we can!
[Fade to white as the base explodes]

Image
[Archangel, Bridge]
Image It exploded!? Weren’t they just going to shut down its systems?
Image It seems they chose to physically destroy it, but it wasn’t that long since the battle ended.
Image I thought the same thing. If they fled after flipping the self-destruct switch…
(Phone)
Image They still might have made it!
Image I wonder if they’re okay…
Image I just got word that they returned safely.
Image Thank goodness.
Image Van must be happy that The Claw is dead.
Image His obsession was incredible.
Image But now that he’s accomplished his goal, is he going to leave us?
Image It’ll be fine. He’s not that heartless. Let’s believe that he’s still our friend.
Image I hope so.
[Alarm]
Image What’s happening?
Image Someone is hacking into our communications!
[A screen turns on]
Image Well done, Earthlings. I thank you.
(Phone)
Image G-Gazum!
Image Why are you thanking us?
Image You got rid of the clawed man. He was a nuisance to us. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Hahaha.
Image Stop messing around! We fought for the peace of this world, not for you!
Image But in the end, you helped us out. Hahahahaha!
Image Cut the crap!
Image Get out of Rem’s body! Give me back Rem!
Image Gazum! Get out of my dad’s body! You don’t deserve that body!
Image You again. How annoying. I’m not returning any “fragments”!
Image Fragments? What do you mean by fragments?
Image Oops. I said something I shouldn’t have. Forget that.
Image Don’t be like that! Tell me! What are these fragments? Does it have something to do with Rem!?
([...]the Commander!?)
Image So sorry, but I don’t have time for you any more. The greatest show is about to begin.
Image What show?
Image The time has come for two planets to disappear from the universe. Start phase one of the Planet Crisis!
[Explosions and beeping]
Image We’ve detected a massive distortion in space! It’s 100,000 kilometers above us!? How are we able to detect a distortion that far away!?
Image That isn’t just a distortion! It’s outer space itself!
Image Captain! Look at the sky!
Image The… The sky is splitting!
Image What the hell…
Image The sky is split in two!
Image This isn’t possible! This has to be a nightmare!
Image What are they doing with such a large distortion?
Image You seem surprised. You must not have seen a gate of this scale.
Image What the hell are you doing!?
Image You’ll soon find out. The gate is about to open. Look!
Image That’s… Impossible…
Image On the other side of that gate…
Image I recognize that blue dot!
Image That’s the Earth!
Image Yes, that’s right. That’s Earth! This is the ultimate gate connecting the two planets!!
Image The two Earths are so close together… What is Gazum trying to do!?
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Squad time! We’ve got 20+3 slots to work with. Solos are Van, Shinn, Kira, Kazuki, Cagalli, Chief, Sven, Ruuji, Gainer, and Lacus. Pairs are Mist/Angelica, Daiya/Sheldia, Roll/A Kan, Nero/Selene, Rey/Rei Mii, Hiroshi/Miwa, Gain/Maya, Goh/Anna, Kenji/Kyo, Nouza/Lou, Lee/Mu. Mandatory deployments are Mist, Angelica, and Sheldia (regardless of heroine choice).

As a heads up, this and the next few stages are considered space stages. Make sure your favorite Armors, Zoids, Overmen, and Godannar units have space terrain parts equipped. The only ones of those who have good innate space rankings are the Saudade and the Bio Ptera.

Like the Gundam and Fafner secrets, I’m going to write as if you also got the Gun X Sword secret. If you didn’t get it, ignore all lines mentioning and featuring Michael and Fasalina. This stage is also heavy on the OG plot, so expect lots of differences between heroines.

Last time, we killed the Claw and saved the world. Shortly after, Gazum started the Planet Crisis.

Image
[Archangel, Bridge]
Image Gazum! What exactly are you planning to do by opening such a large gate!?
Image Do you really think I’ll just tell you?
(Phone)
Image Dammit…
Image I’ll tell you one thing. The moment that gate fully opens, the countdown of your destruction has begun!
Image Oh? You seem very confident about that.
Image The countdown to our destruction? How cliche.
Image We don’t need your countdown!
(Only said if you don’t have Felme)
Image Well, since we’ve come this far, all we need to do is fight, right? Let’s at least let them finish their monologue.
Image You are destined to disappear from this universe shortly. I despise you for killing my comrades, Ispail and Verini. I’m going to get my revenge before you die.
Image Revenge?
Image I challenge you to a duel in three hours. I’ll make you suffer the pain of hell, far more than you gave my allies!
Image Pain of hell? We’ll just beat you down like the others!
Image You’re confident, but how long will your confidence last? If you think I’m as weak as Ispail and Verini, you’ll be in for a rude awakening!
Image Heh! We won’t know until we try!
Image You said in three hours? What happens if we ignore you?
Image Like I said, you’re destined to die. Even if you give in to cowardice and run away, you’ll be destroyed within a few days! Fight and die, or sit and wait. Either way, you’ll meet the same fate!
Image Shut the hell up already! We won’t let ourselves be killed so easily!
Image So you accept?
Image Of course we do! We’ll defeat you and continue to live! We won’t let either Earth be destroyed!
Image I’m glad you accepted. Hehehe. I’ll tell you where the fight will be soon. Savor the last three hours of your life to the fullest! See you soon. HAHAHAHA!
[Gazum hangs up]
Image I-I’m surprised by what just happened, but we can’t let them do whatever they want!
Image There are so many things on Earth we must protect!
Image Now it’s our turn to save everyone’s lives!
Image You turned against the Comrade’s dream and now you want to shroud the planet in malice!
Image Michael…
Image So, what do you two want to do?
Image We’re aware you worked closely with The Claw, but that doesn’t mean we intend to take you prisoner. I’ll respect your decision.
Image …I haven’t seen the world with my own eyes yet.
Image Michael…
Image I want to see what Wendy saw, even if it kills me! It’s for the sake of his dream.
Image You’re still thinking about that clawed bastard!?
Image Don’t get me wrong. I believe his desire to eliminate conflict from the world isn’t wrong. I just want to achieve that in my own way. That’s all.
Image …Don’t you dare make your sister cry again, got it?
Image I would never, but I will walk my own path. We might be separated again.
Image But even so, you can walk the same path as us.
Image Since we’ve come this far, let’s fight together.
Image …
Image My path isn’t the only one I can walk. I understand. Let’s work together until peace comes to Earth.
Image What about you, Fasalina?
Image Just kill me.
Image Excuse me? Why do you want that!? Hell no!
Image I don’t have a reason to live anymore.
Image But that doesn’t mean you have to die either.
Image Huh?
Image By your logic, both Van and I have lost our purpose in life, but here I am, still alive. Are you running away after ruining the lives of so many people? I’m sick of your self-indulgence. If you want to die, I’ll kill you right here and now.
Image Stop! If you want to kill her, you’ll have to kill me first!
Image Stop it, Michael. I don’t want to die!
Image Heh. He’s risking his life to protect you. That takes more than just ordinary resolve.
Image Good grief. Isn’t that enough of a reason for you to live? Keep living. You’ve finally managed to be honest with yourself.
Image Fasalina…
Image Michael… I understand. I’ll help you guys.
[Fasalina and Michael leave]
Image Ray…
Image Josh, shut up. I can face my grief now. That’s why I did what I did. That’s all.
Image Yes! You’re just a clumsy person!
Image I told you to shut up!
Image All’s well that ends well.
Image That guy seems to have mellowed out too.
Image I still have mixed feelings about fighting alongside someone who just tried to kill me, but since his motives are pure, I can lay my doubts to rest. Now, the only thing left is to worry about Gazum.
Image Everyone, let’s fight! That’s the only thing we can do!
Image Exactly! I don’t want to die before I can enjoy my newlywed life with Gocchin!
Image I finally got to meet my dad too.
(Phone)
Image It seems like we’re all on the same page.
(Phone)
Image No matter how powerful our opponent is, we’ll fight with all our might, just like before. If we fight together, we’ll win!
Image You got that right, Micchie.
Image Okay, everyone. Get ready for the final battle!
Image Hell yeah! Let’s rip Gazum a new one!
Image I’ll see if there’s a way to close that giant gate.
Image Please do, Professor.
Image …
Image Sheldia?
[Sheldia runs out]
Image Ah, Sheldia! Wait!
Image (Everyone was so excited, they forgot Gazum is Sheldia’s sister! Are they really planning to kill her!?)
Image …
Image Angelica?
[Angelica runs out]
Image Ah, Angelica! Wait!
Image (Everyone was so excited, they forgot Gazum is Angelica’s father! Are they really planning to kill him!?)
Image
[Archangel, Hallway]

(Angelica Route)
Image Sheldia! Wait!
Image …
Image Everyone’s being so mean. They’re trying to kill my sister…
Image No one wants to hurt her. They’re just swept up by the situation.
Image I know that! But they’re still so mean.
Image You’re right. I’d be having a hard time if I were in your shoes.
Image Hey, Mist. Is there any way to free Rem from Gazum? At this rate, she’ll be killed!
Image Probably, but I don’t know how.
Image Can’t we persuade Gazum? We’ve turned a lot of former enemies into friends, right?
Image It’s not like we set out to do that from the start. Each of us has our own circumstances that led us to fighting alongside one another. I don’t think Gazum can be turned.
Image Then let’s capture them and have Professor Sakon find a way to exorcize them! You know, like Mu.
Image You know that’s not what happened with Mu.
Image Then what should we do? Don’t say there’s nothing we can do! Let’s brainstorm, Mist! Or do you not care what happens to her?
Image That’s not true! I’ve just never heard of a creature that can take over people’s bodies, even on Atreem.
Image …I won’t fight anymore.
Image Eh?
Image If anyone tries to kill Rem, I’ll protect her!
Image Hey! You’d betray us?
Image I don’t mind being everyone’s enemy as long as I can protect her!
Image I know how you feel about her, and I want to save her too, but we don’t have a better way. Worst case scenario, she might have to die to protect the two Earths.
Image No! I don’t want to experience the pain of losing Rem again! I’d rather die with her than see her get killed!
Image You idiot!
[Mist slaps Sheldia]
Image What was that for!?
Image We’re fighting a war to protect two Earths and the countless people who live on them! We have to protect Earth, our new home. If she has to be sacrificed to do so, then we have no choice!
Image …I’m not fighting for Earth.
Image Excuse me?
Image After Edax destroyed Bezard, I was sent to Darius alone. I was lonely and ignorant of everything… There were even times when I considered killing myself.
Image …
Image But then I found you again. I thought that this was fate. That I’m destined to be with you forever. That’s why I fight.
Image For me?
Image But it wasn’t fate. You love Angelica. I was nothing more than a sister to you. When I realized that, I lost my reason to fight. But if I stopped fighting, I’d have to leave everyone and I would be all alone again. I didn’t want that, so I kept fighting.
Image Sheldia…
Image To be honest, I’d rather stop fighting and die together with Rem. Then I won’t feel lonely anymore.
Image Have you been feeling that all this time?
Image Yeah…
Image I’m sorry. I never realized how you felt.
Image It’s okay. I know you’re dense.
Image But you shouldn’t say you want to die. I want you to live.
Image Mist…
Image I won’t deny my feelings for Angelica, but I care about you a lot. I want you to keep living.
Image You’re selfish.
Image I know.
Image …Fine. I won’t say that anymore. In exchange, can you give me a chance?
Image A chance?
Image I want to talk to Rem, to Gazum. Maybe I can convince them to give Rem back to me. I know it’s futile, but I still need this before I can do it.
Image Do what?
Image I’ll kill Rem myself.
Image Sheldia, you…
Image Even I know that I can’t let two Earths be destroyed because of my selfishness. I’ve seen you and everyone else risk your lives fighting for Earth. I’ve seen people die fighting for Earth…
Image Yeah…
Image That’s why I, too, will fight to the end to protect Earth, my new home. But I need this first. I need closure with Rem. I think she would be happy if I were the one who killed her.
Image …Okay. I’ll tell Representative Athha. She’ll probably get mad and will say something like “we can’t do whatever we like during battles”, but…
Image When that happens, I’ll do it anyway.
Image Hey now…
Image Just kidding. I won’t hold everyone back.
Image Promise?
Image Promise.
Image Okay. Let’s get ready for a fight.
Image Yeah. Let’s go.

(Sheldia Route)
Image Angelica! Wait!
Image …
Image Everyone’s so mean. I never knew they could be so heartless.
Image No one wants to hurt her. They’re just swept up by the situation.
Image I know that in my head, but at least say that when I’m not around.
Image I’m sure if I was in your shoes, I’d be angry too.
Image Hey, Mist. Do you think there’s a way to drive Gazum out of Dad? If this keeps up, he’ll be killed!
Image Probably, but I don’t know how.
Image Do you think there’s a chance that Gazum might betray Edax?
Image I wouldn’t say it’s impossible, but if they were open to it, I don’t think they’d challenge us to a decisive battle.
Image So we just need to freeze Gazum! We’ve fought that one Iron Beast and the Overdevil… I should consult Professor Sakon about this.
Image Do you realize what you’re saying? You’re freaking out worse than I do.
Image So what should we do!? Think, Mist! Do you want Dad to die!?
Image I never said that! Just calm down! I’m thinking about it too! I’ve just never heard of a creature that can take over people’s bodies, even on Atreem.
Image …Should I stop fighting?
Image Huh?
Image If everyone tries to kill Dad, I’ll protect him!
Image Hey! You’d betray us?
Image If it means I can protect Dad, I don’t care if everyone’s my enemy! You were prepared to die when you fused, right!? This is the same thing!
Image I know how you feel and I want to save the Commander too if I can, but this isn’t helping him! Worst case scenario, he might have to die to protect the two Earths.
Image No! I don’t want to lose my dad again! I’d rather die than see him killed right in front of me!
Image You idiot!
[Mist slaps Angelica]
Image What was that for!?
Image We’re fighting a war to protect two Earths and the countless people who live on them! We have to protect Earth, our new home. If he has to be sacrificed to do so, then we have no choice!
Image The old me might have accepted that…
Image Huh?
Image When I was working for the Defense Force, I was prepared to sacrifice my life to protect Atreem. That’s what Dad taught me. I think he would rather die than become a pawn of the invaders.
Image What changed?
Image It’s your fault.
Image Me?
Image I was sent from Atreem to Earth, and have lived alone ever since. I felt extremely lonely and anxious, but I managed to keep a brave face. Then you showed up. That’s when I thought we would continue to fight together as partners.
Image As partners…
Image But as soon as Sheldia appeared, you turned to her.
Image That’s…
Image You call me your partner, but to you, a partner is nothing more than a colleague. A friend, even. To me, a partner is someone who’s always there for me, like family.
Image …
Image Now that I’ve lost you again, I’m all alone. That’s why I absolutely, definitely, don’t want to lose Dad!
Image Angelica…
Image I can’t stand being alone anymore! I’d rather die than be alone! *Sobbing*
Image I’m sorry. I never knew how you felt.
Image It’s fine. I know you’re insensitive.
Image Don’t say you want to die. I want you to live!
Image Mist…
Image I won’t deny my feelings for Sheldia, but I also care about you a lot. That’s why I don’t want to lose you!
Image You’re pretty selfish.
Image I know.
Image Fine. I won’t say I want to die. In return, can you give me a chance?
Image A chance?
Image I want to talk to my dad, to Gazum. I want him back. I know it’s futile, but I need to talk to them before I can do it.
Image Do what?
Image I’ll kill Gazum myself.
Image Angelica, you…
Image Even I know that I can’t let two Earths be destroyed because of my selfishness. I’m a member of the Defense Force too.
Image Yeah…
Image That’s why I, too, will fight to the end to protect Earth, my new home. But I need this first. I need closure with Dad. I think he’d be happy if I was the one who killed him.
Image …Okay. I’ll tell Representative Athha. She’ll probably get mad and will say something like “we can’t do whatever we like during battles”, but…
Image When that happens, I’ll do it anyway.
Image Hey now…
Image Just kidding. I would never do anything to hold everyone back.
Image Promise?
Image Promise.
Image Okay. Let’s get ready for a fight.
Image Yeah. Let’s go.

Image
[???]
Image The Planet Crisis has begun.
Image Yes.
Image But don’t do things out of order. First, we need to extract the negative energy. Then, we need to secure a host we believe possesses a powerful “fragment”.
Image I understand. Regarding Ispail and Verini’s “fragments”, and considering the number of future pawns, I would like to choose a new host as the base. Is that okay?
Image I’ll leave it to you. You’re getting closer to me. Your will is getting closer to my own.
Image Thank you… Ugh!
Image Hmm? Is something wrong?
Image It’s nothing. This body just has a headache.
Image Just be patient a little bit longer. You’ll be freed from physical symptoms shortly.
Image Sir… I’m heading out.
Image Mmm…

Image (This headache… Is this body’s consciousness trying to awaken again? Why haven’t I been able to completely quell this resistance? Could it be that it’s stronger than me and all the “fragments” I’ve absorbed? Is this host closer to Lord Ru-Cobol than I am? Argh! This can’t be happening!)

Image
[Archangel, Hangar]

(Angelica Route)
Image Sheldia… I feel silly for being jealous of that girl.
Image I don’t think she wants to fight, but she sees persuading Gazum as her last hope.
Image Did you get permission to talk to Gazum?
Image Captains Lulu and Murrue were against it, but Representative Athha came around. We’ve agreed to let her talk to Gazum the next time they contact us.
Image I see…
Image I know our hopes are slim to none, but…
Image I wonder if there’s any way to save her.
Image I wish we could expel Gazum’s mind from Rem’s body. Do you think that’s possible?
Image Like an exorcism? Have you asked Professor Sakon?
Image I already did, but he’s clueless.
Image So even he doesn’t know…
Image But he said he’ll look into mind control and psychic stuff. Roll said he’d look in Dangaioh’s database.
Image Everyone’s worried about her.
Image We can’t give up until the very end. There must be a way to save Rem.
Image Yeah!
[Beeping]
Image Incoming call from Gazum! Everyone, battle stations!
Image And here we go!
Image For Sheldia’s sake, we must win!
Image Yes!

(Sheldia Route)
Image Angelica… I guess I shouldn’t have been jealous.
Image I don’t think she wants to fight, but she sees persuading Gazum as her last hope.
Image Did you get permission to talk to Gazum?
Image Captains Lulu and Murrue were against it, but Representative Athha came around. We’ve agreed to let her talk to Gazum the next time they contact us.
Image Thank goodness!
Image I know our hopes are slim to none, but…
Image Is there anything I can do to help?
Image If only we could expel Gazum’s mind from the Commander’s body. Do you think there’s a way we can do that?
Image Like an exorcism? Have you asked Professor Sakon?
Image Already did, but he’s clueless.
Image So even he doesn’t know…
Image But he said he’ll look into mind control and psychic stuff. Roll said he’d look in Dangaioh’s database.
Image Everyone is worried about her.
Image We can’t give up until the very end. There must be a way to save the Commander.
Image Yeah!
[Beeping]
Image We’ve received a message from Gazum! Everyone, battle stations!
Image And here we go!
Image For Angelica’s sake, we must win!
Image Yes!

Image
[Archangel, Bridge]
Image Three hours have passed. What is your response?
(Phone)
Image We’re all in agreement. We’ll defeat you and save both Earths from whatever you’re trying to do!
Image I see. So you’re claiming you won’t just fight me, but you’ll win too? Your ignorance betrays your limitations. Hahaha.
Image Shut up! Our bond is real. We won’t lose to the likes of you!
Image That’s right! Who do you think we are!?
Image We’ve been through many battles together so far. You’ll regret underestimating us!
Image If you really want to die with regrets, I’ve just sent you the coordinates of where our final battle will take place. My army is waiting. If there’s nothing else…
(Split here between heroine routes)

(Angelica Route)
Image Wait!
Image Hmm?
Image Gazum! Please! Give me Rem back!
Image You again? This body is an important vessel. I can’t give it to you, no matter how many times you beg!
Image I don’t think Rem is happy about you using her body!
Image This host was destined to die along with Bezard, but we, Edax, picked it up. That makes it ours.
Image If she was already dead, that’s one thing. But her heart is still alive. That body belongs to her!
Image Is that all you have to say? No matter how hard you plead, I won’t give you this body. If you really want it, you’ll have to kill only me. That is, if you Earthlings are even capable of doing that.
Image Rem! Can you hear me!? It’s me, your sister! I promise I’ll save you! You can’t lose to someone like that!
Image How pointless, you stupid little girl.
[Gazum hangs up]
Image REM! *Sobs*
Image Sheldia…
Image Sheldia, have you sorted out your feelings?
Image …Yes. I have no more regrets. I’ll kill Rem, no, Gazum myself!
Image Sheldia…
Image It’ll be a hard battle.
Image I know, but I’m going to fight. I can’t let Rem be a tool of evil any longer.
Image You know, Gazum said something very interesting. They said that if you want her body back, you have to kill only them, and that Earthlings can’t do that.
(Phone)
Image Yeah.

(Sheldia route)
Image Wait!
Image Hmm?
Image Gazum! Give me back my father!
Image You again? This body is an important vessel. I can’t give it to you, no matter how many times you beg!
Image I know my father isn’t happy about you using his body!
Image This host was destined to die along with Atreem, but we, Edax, picked it up. That makes it ours.
Image If he was already dead, that’s one thing. But his heart is still alive. That body belongs to him!
Image Is that all you have to say? No matter how hard you plead, I won’t give you this body. If you really want it, you’ll have to kill only me. That is, if you Earthlings are even capable of doing that.
Image Dad! Can you hear me!? It’s Angelica! I’ll definitely save you! Don’t let that guy win!
Image How pointless, you stupid little girl.
[Gazum hangs up]
Image DAD! *Sobs*
Image Angelica…
Image Angelica, have you sorted out your feelings?
Image …Yes. I have no more regrets. I’ll kill Dad, no, Gazum myself!
Image Angelica…
Image It’ll be a hard battle.
Image I know, but I’m going to fight. I can’t let my dad be a tool of evil any longer.
Image You know, Gazum said something very interesting. They said that if you want his body back, you have to kill only them, and that Earthlings can’t do that.
(Phone)
Image Yeah.

(Route combine here)
Image That’s what they said.
Image So if it’s impossible for Earthlings, there must be someone in the universe who can. That’s an important hint!
Image Did Gazum let something slip?
Image It’s hard to say, but that’s not much to work off of.
Image They’re such an idiot!
Image Roll, can I look in Dangaioh’s database? I’d like to see if there are any methods in there.
Image Yes, please. It’s all yours.
Image Dr. Tarsan might have known something about this.
Image He was able to kill parts of a person while keeping the body intact in order to perform modifications.
Image If we can find a way to do that too, we might be able to get Sheldia’s sister back!
([...]Angelica’s father back!)
Image Really, Professor Sakon?
Image Is this true, Professor Sakon?
Image I’ll look into it as quickly as possible, but I can’t promise I’ll find anything in time.
Image That’s fine. I won’t complain if you can’t find it in time, but please find it as soon as possible. Please!
Image That’s fine. I won’t complain if you can’t find it in time, but please find it as soon as possible. Please!
Image I’ll do my best.
Image The battle area coordinates sent by Gazum arrived. They’ve specified a location directly above us, above the atmosphere. They intend to fight us in space!
Image Got it! Captain Ramius! Lulu! Launch!
Image Roger that. Archangel, launch!
Image Daiku-Maryu, launch!
(Phone)
Image Professor Sakon! Open the gate!
Image …It seems the gate generator isn’t functioning. Perhaps it's operating at its maximum output for that giant one up there.
Image So we can’t move like we used to?
Image It can’t be helped. We’ve relied too much on gates. We should feel lucky if we can even get back to our Earth.
Image Then we have no choice. Let’s go into space the usual way.
Image Roger that!
Image Onward to the final battle!

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Chapter 32B: A World Reset - Part 2

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Deploy the troops!

Image Welcome, everyone. I’m glad you didn’t run away.
Image Are you going to fight us all by yourself?
Image Heh. I could and still win very easily, but I intend for you to experience suffering worse than death. Now, come out!

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Image Those are Fafners!
Image I see Overmen too.
Image They have Bio Zoids?
Image And Mobile Suits.
Image It’s so easy to control your primitive technology. Don’t worry. They’re all unmanned. Fight to your heart’s content.
Image How unexpected!
Image But if we’re up against MSes and Fafners, we can rely on our combat data.
Image They should be easy enough to fight!
Image We’ll win this battle and achieve a peaceful future!
Image Professor Sakon, please help me with that method of killing only Gazum’s mind!
Image I’m still working on it with Joshua.
Image I’ll let you know when we find something.
Image I trust you, Glasses, but it pisses me off when you say that.
Image Everyone, don’t worry about me. Just fight Gazum!
(Angelica says this in the other route)
Image Of course we won’t hold back. The future of the Earth is at stake, after all!
Image I feel bad for you, but I’ll end this quickly!
Image Let me finish off Gazum. That’s the least I can do.
(Angelica says this in the other route)
Image You don’t have to tell us that. Let’s go!
Image Huh? What the…
Image What’s up?
Image We just got a hyperspace message from an unknown sender. It’s only a single line.
Image What does it say?
Image “Shoot them in the heart. The Revrius can do it.”
Image I got it too. It appears to be significant… Eureka! Perhaps…
Image I don’t really understand, but we’ll just focus on the enemies right in front of us!

First up are the two secret characters we got at the end of the previous stage.

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[Saudade of Sunday]
The only Armor with a base A rank in space. A very efficient close-to-mid-ranged fighter. What’s even better is that it inherits upgrades from Dann, making it instantly usable. Feel free to slot Michael anywhere in your squad, as he can work both solo or paired up.

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[Dahlia of Wednesday]
If the Saudade is like Dann, then Dahlia is like Eldora Soul, but without a barrier. Slap on a terrain part and it’s a great partner for the Saudade.

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For the first part of this stage, we’re up against Gazum and a whole smorgasbord of enemy mechs. We’ve got Overmen, Bio Zoids, Fafners, Mobile Suits, and Mobile Armors. Sadly, despite being Zoids and Overmen, they all have A ranks in space, so we can’t even exploit that weakness. Just charge forward and start kicking their asses. It’s nothing we haven’t seen before. Plus, you won’t have to worry about any Overskills since the AI pilots don’t have an Oversense skill.

The plot continues when either Gazum hits 50% HP or there are 8 enemies left.

Image Hmph. It seems like they’re quite good… But that’s within my expectations.

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Image More of them.
Image Of course they were going to try and swarm us with numbers. Are you out of tricks?
Image Tch. I thought by pitting them against familiar enemies, it would shake their resolve. It seems I’ll have to be a bit more creative.
Image You got that right.
Image Didn’t you say we can go all out since they have no pilots?
Image You’re really underestimating us.
Image Exactly. I’m tired of fighting against the same ol’ mechs!
Image I’m reminded of when we had to fight other humans, but…
Image That doesn’t matter anymore!
Image Van’s a bit harsh, but it’s true that we’re not going to be intimidated by this, Gazum!
Image I think Ispail might have understood us a bit better.
Image Dammit!
Image Rem! Stop this! I don’t want to fight you!
Image Dad! Stop this! I don’t want to fight you!
Image You’re so persistent. I’m telling you it’s usele-- Geh! Dammit! Not now!
Image Rem! Don’t let that jerk get the better of you! Win your body back! Rem!
Image Dad! Don’t let that asshole control you! Win your body back! Dad!
Image Shut up! Don’t call me that!
Image What’s wrong with them?
Image They seem to be in pain.
(Kain says this if no Fafner secret)
Image Soushi! Are you picking anything up?
(Vestaanu says this if no Fafner secret)
Image I’m picking up some noise, but based on the audio, it seems Gazum is in pain.
Image This is our chance! Everyone, focus fire!
Image Y-you bastards! I can’t fight like this! I was planning to save it as our trump card, but I have no choice! Come, Overdevil!

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Image I-it’s the Overdevil!
Image Goddamn Gazum! They inherited it from Verini!
Image Overdevil, buy me some time until I recover!
[Gazum retreats]
Image W-where am I?
Image Where? We’re inside the Overdevil. Gazum threw us in here.
Image I know that! I mean look outside!
Image I-is this space? Are we really in space!?
Image Is the Overdevil really in space!? Excellent! Using its power, I can revive the Siberian Railway and lay rails in space! The Galactic Siberian Railway dream can be realized!
Image Stop messing around, Kids Munt! Not even children escape into dreams these days!
Image Tch.
Image If you understand that, then let’s find a way out of here.
Image Right… There must be a communications device here… Hey! Someone help us! I’m Kids Munt, President of the Siberian Railway!
Image The hell? Kids Munt!?
Image You’re kidding! Lord Kids is inside of the Overdevil!?
Image Can you hear me? Anyone! Help me! Whoever saves me will be the VP of the Galactic Siberian Railway! How about that, Martina Lane?
Image I’ll give you points for persuasiveness.
Image Lord Kejinan! This is our chance for a promotion!
Image Are you stupid!? Are you going to keep falling for the same lies?
Image Even so, we can’t just leave him there!
Image Captain, Princess, do you mind?
Image After all we’ve been through, we might as well help him.
Image As long as he’s not possessed by Gazum.
Image He seems selfish, but we’ve encountered worse.
Image Be careful not to be Overfrozen. The Overdevil is still fearsome.
Image Don’t let your guard down, Gainer.
Image I know!
Image The kids are motivated! Let’s show them how adults do things!
Image Okay!

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Time to fight the Overdevil for the last time, I swear. Try to burst it down before it activates its Overskill at 130 morale. It’s still easy enough to kill at this point.

Might as well put in the first battle dialogues here.

Image Rem… I won’t give up until the very end. I’ll do whatever it takes to save you!
(Replace with “Commander” on the other route)

Image There must be a way to save you! There has to…

(Angelica Route)
Image I don’t want to see Sheldia sad, but I don’t know of a way to save her sister. Do we really have to kill her?

(Sheldia Route)
Image Dad, I’ll definitely save you. If I can’t, then I’ll… No! I’ll definitely save you!

(Angelica Route)
Image Rem, I’ll definitely save you. If I can’t, then I’ll… No! I’ll definitely save you!

(Sheldia Route)
Image I don’t want to see Angelica sad, but I don’t know how to save the Commander. Is killing him our only option?

The plot continues when the Overdevil is defeated. No one wants to talk to it.

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Image All right. We finally defeated the Overdevil!
Image Yay!
Image Save President Kids before the Overdevil explodes! Captain! I’m counting on you!
Image Roger!

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Image Oh! You came to save us! Thank you!
Image Just get inside already!
Image There’s a lady here who can’t move on her own. Can you help?
Image Can’t move on her own? W-what? Her legs are frozen solid!
Image Sorry to bother you.
Image It’s fine. I got you. Let’s go!

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[The Overdevil finally explodes]
Image Is that the end of the Overdevil?
Image My plan to use the Overdevil to take over the world is over… But I have a new dream. One day, I’ll open the Galactic Siberian Railway. It’s no longer just a pipe dream.

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Image Damn you, Overdevil! You’re a complete disappointment! But you bought me some time and my headache has subsided. Now, prepare to die!
Image That’s my line! Gazum! This is the end for you!

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The only enemy left is the Gazum. Kick their ass.

(Angelica Route)
Image Oh, so you’re finally ready to attack me, huh?
Image I haven’t given up! I’ll definitely save Rem!
Image Hmph. There’s no way a mere Earthling can do that!

(Sheldia Route)
Image Oh, so you’re finally ready to attack me, huh?
Image I haven’t given up! I’ll definitely save the Commander!
Image Hmph. There’s no way a mere Earthling can do that!

(Angelica Route)
Image Don’t you understand Sheldia’s sadness and pain?
Image Hmph. There’s no way I could ever understand that, nor would I ever want to.
Image I can’t forgive you! I’ll expel you from that body!
Image Go ahead and try, powerless human!

(Sheldia Route)
Image Dad! Listen to me! Hear my voice!
Image Shut up! No matter how many times you plead, I won’t give your father’s body back!
Image Then I’ll kill you for his sake!

(Angelica Route)
Image Rem! Rem! Rem!!
Image Shut the hell up! No matter how many times you yell, I won’t give your sister’s body back!
Image Then I’ll kill you for her sake!

(Sheldia Route)
Image Don’t you understand Angelica’s sadness and pain?
Image Hmph. There’s no way I could ever understand that, nor would I ever want to.
Image You piss me off! I’ll drive you out by force!
Image Go ahead and try, powerless human!

(Sheldia Route only)
Image I know how painful it must be for Angelica to have her father’s body taken over… Get out of that body right now!
Image Do you really think I’ll say yes? Idiot!
Image Then I’ll force you out!
Image You’re welcome to try! I know you can’t do it!

(Angelica Route only)
Image I can only imagine how painful it must be for Sheldia to have her sister’s body taken over. Get out of that body right now!
Image Do you really think I’ll say yes? Idiot!
Image Then I’ll force you out!
Image You’re welcome to try! I know you can’t do it!

(Either route)
Image If that’s just a personality implanted through hypnosis like me, then there’s probably a way to erase it… But if it’s possession, that’s far more annoying to deal with.
Image What are you muttering? I’m telling you it’s impossible to get me out of this body!
Image I’m known for making the impossible possible.

The map ends when Gazum is defeated. The scene is different enough between the heroines that I’ll just do it twice.

(Angelica Route)
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Image Tch! I’m being cornered like this? That’s impossible! That can’t-- Geh! S-stop! Why are you… Stay quiet! Sheldia! Help me! I’m…still…here…
Image Rem? Is that really you!?
Image Silence! Don’t come out! Dammit! This is all because you kept calling out!

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Image Ahh!
Image I’ll kill you! When you’re dead, this vessel will be all mine!
Image S-stop it, Rem… It’s me…
Image I told you to shut up!
Super Robot Wars K - Edax

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Image Rem… I’ll… Save you…
[Sheldia explodes]
Image NO, SHELDIA! HOW DARE YOU!!
[Mist transforms into Solvrius Rex if not already]
Image UUOOOOOOOOOH!

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Image GAH!
Image I’ll never forgive you… You’re not Rem! You’re a demon with Rem’s face!
Image I’ll never forgive you either! I can’t let Sheldia’s sister’s hands get any more bloody!
Image Sheldia, forgive me. I’m going to kill them! UOOOOOOOH!
[The screen flashes red]
Image Mist, stop!
(Phone)
Image Huh?
Image If you want to save Rem, pray with all your heart that you can drive Gazum out!
Image We’re not fighting out of hatred!
Image That’s not what this is about! I don’t have time to explain! Do you want to save Rem or not!?
Image I do! I want to see Sheldia and Rem smile again! I want to save them both!
Image Same here!
[The screen flashes green]
Image W-what is this power?
Image It’s completely different from before! It’s warm…
Image Hmm? A new weapon option has appeared. Regret Buster?
Image That’s it! That’s it! Now, turn your hearts into energy and use it against Gazum!
Image Roger!

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(TL Note: “Unendlich” during the attack is German for “infinite”. I sure hope you like seeing this attack.)
Image Impossible… The bond with my host…has been torn apart… Even with all my “fragments”... I… Dammit! GWAAAAAAH!
Image …
Image W-what happened? The attack hit, but I didn’t feel any resistance.
Image But it looks like Gazum’s mech stopped working.
Image Okay! Let’s pick up Rem! We don’t know when it’ll explode!
Image T-that voice… Mist?
(Rem Rouge. OG. CV: N/A)
Image Rem! Is that you? It’s me! It’s Mist!
Image Mist! Help me! Get me out of here!
Image Got it! Angelica, find the cockpit!
Image Roger… It’s in the head!
Image Okay. I’ve activated the rescue barrier field. Destroying the hatch!
[A hit]
Image Rem! Are you okay?
Image Mist! I’m scared!
Image It’s okay now. I’m right here. Come to me!
Image Yes! Hey, Mist. Where’s Sheldia?
Image She… She died trying to save you…
Image Hey! I’m not dead yet! I was just knocked out!
Image Sheldia!
Image Rem!
Image Thank goodness… Everyone’s safe… But why did Gazum’s mind leave Rem?
Image Anyway, let’s get both of them onto the ship!
Image Yeah, let’s.

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Image Rem!
Image Sheldia!
Image I’m never letting you go ever again!
Image Sheldia… Sheldia!
Image I’m happy for you two…
[Gazum’s mech explodes]
Image That was a close call.
Image Yeah, but now Earth is safe. We won!
[Beeping]
Image What is it now!?
Image The wreckage of Gazum’s robot is recombining!
Image What!?

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Image N-not bad…
(Gazum)
Image Gazum!? Didn’t you disappear?
Image We, members of Edax, are immortal even if we lose our bodies. As long as we have something to possess, we can be resurrected any number of times.
Image Possession?
Image You had a backup body close by?
Image I didn’t have a backup on hand. I possessed the Zenadie itself. It’s not safe, but it’s the only way I can kill you all here and now.
Image That’s ridiculous!
Image What an obsession.
Image Even if…my mind breaks…I will kill you all! Get ready to die!
Image All right! Let’s finally settle things! Let’s go, Angelica!
Image Yes!
Image You… You brought me to this point… I have no choice but to become a “fragment”... But first, I will defeat you… I’ll take your “fragments”...and survive… Your “fragments” are magnificent… Far superior to mine… I don’t know how long it’ll take, but… I will have Lord Ru-Cobol…obtain your “fragments”... And then he’ll… UOOOOOOH!

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Super Robot Wars K - Astral Burst
Image That’s all you’re capable of! Stop struggling!
Image Mist! Angelica! Use that attack again! If you do, you should be able to destroy Gazum’s true form!
Image Right! Angelica, let’s unite our hearts! Don’t worry about what’ll happen to us. We need to stop them!
Image Yes! Let’s do it, Mist!

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Image L-Lord Ru-Cobol… I’m sorry… I’m leaving the rest to you…
[Gazum explodes]
Image We… We defeated Gazum…
Image Yeah…
Image I’m glad we were able to save everyone.
Image Between Martina Lane and Rem, I feel like we have had enough princesses to rescue.
Image It’s that fine, Sir Gain?
Image Thank goodness, Rem. The guy tormenting you is finally gone!
Image Yes! Thank you, Mist!
Image If you want to thank me… Please thank everyone… They’re my…reliable friends…
Image Okay!
Image What’s wrong? You seem tired.
Image I-I’m fine… Just a little dizzy…
[Alarm]
Image W-what’s that alarm?
Image An abnormality has occurred! The fusion can’t be maintained! Forcing separation! Ahh!
Image Ahhh!
[The Revrius and Serkerius split]
Image Mist!
Image This is really bad! Mist and Angelica’s vitals are rapidly decreasing!
Image Dammit! Captain! Please get them inside immediately!
Image Roger! Naoto!
Image Aye aye!

(Sheldia Route)
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Image Tch! I’m being cornered like this? That’s impossible! That can’t-- Geh! S-stop! Why are you! Stay quiet! Angelica! I’m…still…here…
Image Dad? Is that really you!?
Image Silence! Don’t come out! Dammit! This is all because you kept calling out!

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Image Ahh!
Image I’ll kill you! If I can kill you, this vessel will be all mine!
Image S-stop it, Dad… It’s me…
Image I told you to shut up!
Super Robot Wars K - Edax

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Image Ang… I’ll… Save you…
[Angelica explodes]
Image NO, ANGELICA! HOW DARE YOU!!
[Mist transforms into Solvrius Rex if not already]
Image UUOOOOOOOOOH!

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Image GAH!
Image I’ll never forgive you… You’re not the Commander! You’re a demon with his face!
Image I’ll never forgive you either! I can’t let Angelica’s dad’s hands get any more bloody!
Image Angelica, forgive me. I’m going to kill them! UOOOOOOOH!
[The screen flashes red]
Image Mist, stop!
(Phone)
Image Huh?
Image If you want to save him, pray with all your heart to drive Gazum out!
Image We’re not fighting out of hatred!
Image That’s not what this is about! I don’t have time to explain! Do you want to save Angelica’s father or not!?
Image I do! I want to see the Commander and Angelica smile again! I want to save them both!
Image Same here!
[The screen flashes green]
Image W-what is this power?
Image It’s completely different from before! It’s warm…
Image Hmm? A new weapon option has appeared. Regret Buster?
Image That’s it! That’s it! Now, turn your hearts into energy and use it against Gazum!
Image Roger!

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(TL Note: “Unendlich” during the attack is German for “infinite”. I hope you like seeing this attack.)
Image Impossible… The bond with my host…has been torn apart… Even with all my “fragments”... I… Dammit! GWAAAAAAH!
Image …
Image W-what happened? The attack hit, but I didn’t feel any resistance.
Image But it looks like Gazum’s mech stopped working.
Image Okay! Let’s pick up the Commander! We don’t know when it’ll explode!
Image T-that voice… Mist?
(Elric Shartill. OG. CV: N/A)
Image Commander! Is that you? It’s me! It’s Mist!
Image Mist! The situation is unclear! What the hell is going on!?
Image Sorry, I’ll explain later. Sheldia, find out where the cockpit is!
Image Roger… It’s in the head!
Image Okay. I’ve activated the rescue barrier field. Destroying the hatch!
[A hit]
Image Commander! Are you okay?
Image Mist! Is this space? What’s that robot? Now’s not the time. First of all, well done! Thank you!
Image I’m just doing what’s natural! Come on, hurry up!
Image Mist, is Angelica with you?
Image She… She died trying to save you…
Image Hey! Quit killing people off so easily! I was just knocked out!
Image Angelica!
Image Dad!
Image Thank goodness… Everyone’s safe… But why did Gazum’s mind leave the Commander?
Image Who knows? Anyway, let’s get both of them onto the ship!
Image Yeah, let’s.

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Image Dad!
Image Angelica!
Image I’m so, so relieved!
Image Angelica… I’m so glad you’re safe!
Image I’m happy for you two…
[Gazum’s mech explodes]
Image That was a close call.
Image Yeah, but now Earth is safe. We won!
[Beeping]
Image What is it now!?
Image The wreckage of Gazum’s robot is recombining!
Image What!?

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Image N-not bad…
(Gazum)
Image Gazum!? Didn’t you disappear?
Image We, members of Edax, are immortal even if we lose our bodies. As long as we have something to possess, we can be resurrected any number of times.
Image Possession?
Image You had a backup body close by?
Image I didn’t have one on hand. I possessed the Zenadie itself. It’s not safe, but it’s the only way I can kill you all here and now.
Image That’s ridiculous!
Image What an obsession.
Image Even if…my mind breaks…I will kill you all! Get ready to die!
Image All right! Let’s finally settle things! Let’s go, Sheldia!
Image Yes!
Image You… You brought me to this point… I have no choice but to become a “fragment”... But first, I will defeat you… I’ll take your “fragments”...and survive… Your “fragments” are magnificent… Far superior to mine… I don’t know how long it’ll take, but… I will have Lord Ru-Cobol…obtain your “fragments”... And then he’ll… UOOOOOOH!

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Super Robot Wars K - Astral Burst
Image That’s all you’re capable of! Stop struggling!
Image Mist! Sheldia! Use that attack again! If you do, you should be able to destroy Gazum’s true form!
Image Right! Sheldia, let’s unite our hearts! Don’t worry about what’ll happen to us. We need to stop them!
Image Yes! Let’s do it, Mist!

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Image L-Lord Ru-Cobol… I’m sorry… I’m leaving the rest to you…
[Gazum explodes]
Image We… We defeated Gazum…
Image Yeah…
Image I’m glad we were able to save everyone.
Image Between Martina Lane and the Commander, I feel like we have had enough princesses to rescue.
Image It’s that fine, Sir Gain?
Image Dad! Mist is…
Image Yes. Well done, Mist!
Image If you want to thank me… Please thank everyone… They’re my…reliable friends…
Image Explain what happened later!
Image What’s wrong? You seem tired.
Image I-I’m fine… Just a little dizzy…
[Alarm]
Image W-what’s that alarm?
Image An abnormality has occurred! The fusion can’t be maintained! Forcing separation! Ahh!
Image Ahhh!
[The Revrius and Serkerius split]
Image Mist!
Image This is really bad! Mist and Sheldia’s vitals are rapidly decreasing!
Image Dammit! Captain! Please get them inside immediately!
Image Roger! Naoto!
Image Aye aye!

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[???]
Image Gazum was shattered… Could it be? Is the Crystal Heart’s user getting stronger? Well, whatever. Although our numbers have decreased, this plan was for all of us to become one. Besides, we have a new host to possess. There’s no need to rush. The collection of negative energy will soon be finished. When that happens, we’ll move the Planet Crisis to its final stage…

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]

(Angelica Route)
Image Sheldia! What happened to Mist?
Image He’s being examined in the infirmary. He fought hard, but he’s exhausted.
Image Mmm… I wanted to thank him for saving me…
[Door opens]
Image Ah, Professor Sakon! How’s Mist doing?
Image About that…
Image Oh! What a handsome man! His fashion sense is terrible, though.
Image Rem, shush!
Image Hehe. Rem seems more explosive than Sheldia.
Image I can tell Sheldia’s worried.
Image Rem’s no ordinary girl. She saw through Sakon’s strengths and weaknesses in an instant.
Image I think everyone can tell that, even if no one said it out loud.
Image Professor! How’s Mist?
Image Don’t worry. He and Angelica are just exhausted and sleeping.
Image Really? Thank goodness.
Image Good for you, Sheldia!
Image Yeah…

(Sheldia Route)
Image Angelica, what happened to Mist?
Image He’s being examined in the infirmary. He fought hard, but he’s exhausted.
Image I see. I’ll have to thank him properly later.
[Door opens]
Image Ah, Professor Sakon! How’s Mist doing?
Image There’s nothing to worry about. He and Sheldia are just exhausted and sleeping.
Image Really? Thank goodness.
Image Indeed.

(Routes combine here)
Image By the way, Professor, did you find out anything about the giant gate?
Image About that… It’ll impact our next steps. Could you please call the Archangel?
Image Roger.
[A screen turns on]
Image Is something wrong, Captain Lulu?
(Phone)
Image Professor Sakon is talking about the giant gate.
Image Okay. Miriallia, can you gather everyone to the bridge?
Image Roger.
(Phone)
Image Everyone will be here shortly. Please get started.
Image Okay. Professor, if you would.
Image Gazum said that opening the giant gate marked the start of the countdown to our destruction. If that’s true, then we need to close it as soon as possible. Especially if that gate is the same as the gates we’ve been using.
Image But we don’t know how to close it.
Image You’re right. There’s nothing the Daiku-Maryu can do. So, we need to go to the generator and either turn it off or destroy it.
Image Where’s the generator anyway?
(Phone)
Image We’re looking into that. Since we’re not picking anything up from the Daikyu-Maryu, we need to contact anyone we can and search for the source of any strange radio waves. These waves open the gates, remember?
Image Have you found out anything about what Edax is?
Image Nothing. There were some suspicious words, but I haven’t been able to confirm anything. However, if we try to stop the gate generator, they’ll be sure to interfere. So as soon as we can locate it, we’ll surely find them.
Image I understand.
Image Okay, everyone. Let’s head back to Zuri for now. It’s quite inconvenient to be in space.
Image Got it. Archangel, head to Zuri.
[The Archangel hangs up]
Image Let’s go too. Onward to Zuri!
Image Aye aye!
Image Hey, Sheldia! Let’s go see Mist!
Image Not now. He’s sleeping. If you go, you’ll just wake him up.
Image Don’t be like that!
Image More importantly, you need to get a thorough examination from Dr. Franklin. Gazum took over your body, remember? Come on, let’s go.
Image Okay!
[Sheldia and Rem leave]
Image Such a lively young lady.
Image Is that your kind of woman, Professor?
Image W-what are you talking about? I’m gonna keep looking for that generator.
[Sakon leaves]
Image Geez. Maybe I need to be more clear to that idiot…
Image I guess I’ll go see Mist.
Image Oh no you don’t, Dad. He’s sleeping right now.
Image Right…
Image More importantly, you need to get a thorough examination from Dr. Franklin. Gazum took over your body, remember? Come on, let’s go!
Image Hey, don’t pull so hard.
[Angelica and Elric leave]
Image It’s wonderful that she cares about her father.
Image We want a wonderful child like that too, right, Professor?
Image W-what are you talking about? I’m gonna keep looking for that generator.
[Sakon leaves]
Image Geez. Maybe I need to be more clear to that idiot…
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Squad time! We’ve got 19+4 slots to work with. Solos are Van, Kira, Shinn, Kazuki, Gainer, Cagalli, Ray, Chief, Sven, Ruuji, and Lacus. Pairs are Mist/Angelica, Kenji/Kyo, Nero/Selene, Roll/A Kan, Rey/Rei Mii, Goh/Anna, Gain/Maya, Hiroshi/Miwa, Daiya/Sheldia, Nouza/Lou, Koji/Puria, Zairin/Ron, and Lee/Mu. Mandatory deployments are Mist, the heroine, Kenji, and Kyo.

We’re getting into the final stages of the plot, so a lot of scenes are different between heroines. I’ll mark which scene is which.

Last time, we destroyed Gazum and saved Rem/Elric.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Private Room]
Image Once you get used to traveling through gates, normal travel feels like a pain.
Image If something is too convenient, people will get lazy. I know it’s a little late to say this, but relying too much on gates doesn’t sit right with me.
Image You’re right, but when you say it, it sounds like a lecture.
Image What was that, you punk!
Image Whoa! Tsubaki, help me out!
Image …
Image Huh? What’s wrong, Tsubaki? You seem a bit down.
Image He’s right. You’re looking pretty pale.
Image Yeah… Something’s been bothering me for a while now.
Image What’s up? It’s not good to let stress build up. If talking will make you feel better, then talk to us.
Image Thanks, Princess Ana. This thing I’m feeling is similar to what I felt when I faced Himika.
Image Himika? We’re close to the other Earth, remember? I don’t think she’d be here.
Image That’s why I’m stumped. I don’t know why I can sense her presence…
Image (I can see our Earth on the other side of the gate, but I can’t see the Moon… Could it be…)

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image …Captain, aren’t we moving away from Zuri?
Image Huh? That can’t be right. Naoto?
Image I’m following the computer’s directions.
Image It seems like the other Earth is getting farther away… Captain Ramius, is anything going on over there?
Image Is something the matter, Professor Sakon?
(Phone)
Image There seems to be a glitch in the Daiku-Maryu’s computer. Can you use your system to see if we’re on the correct route?
Image Mirillia?
Image It says we’re on the correct route…
(Phone)
Image Hmm…
Image Captain Lulu, why are we heading towards the Moon?
(Phone)
Image The Moon? Is that our current heading?
Image The computer seems to be malfunctioning, so I checked it with my own eyes. If we keep on this route, we’re going to crash into the Moon.
Image This situation… Perhaps… Connect me to Commander Tamaki.
Image Professor Sakon! There’s movement on the Moon where Kyo says the Great Jama Kingdom is. We’ve received reports of a strong energy response!
(Phone)
Image Oh, I was just about to call you. Between that and the computer errors we’ve been experiencing, it seems the Moon is exerting some kind of influence. Naoto, please try to leave the planned course.
Image Aye aye! …Huh? The rudder is moving, but we’re not turning…
Image This is really bad. It appears that the Moon we see is merging with our Earth’s Moon. Captain, notify the crew. It seems we’re falling into the Jama Kingdom’s trap.
Image On it!

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image Captain, the Archangel is now descending to the lunar surface.
Image Just great… Our plans have been delayed.
Image Are we gonna crash!?
Image Not if I can help it. It seems we still have some leeway.
Image T-that’s fine then.
Image I know you’re worried, but don’t be so pathetic.
Image Sorry.
Image Pilots, prepare your Fafners. I predict they’ll attack as soon as we land.
Image I agree. Contact all ships. Stay vigilant.
Image Roger!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]

(Angelica Route)
Image A huge heat source is heading right towards us!
Image Is it Himika?
Image That’s not her!
Image W-what is that thing?
Image A giant robot… No, that’s not a robot at all!
Image It’s like a combination of Ispail, Verini, and Gazum’s mechs.
Image I can tell it’s strong just by looking at it.
Image Just because it’s big doesn’t mean it’s strong!
[Door opens]
Image Mist and Angelica woke up!
Image I’m done too!
Image Sorry for worrying everyone.
Image By the way, the alarm has been ringing for a while now. Why are we on the Moon?
Image Ah! That’s Ru-Cobol!
Image Are you sure, Rem?
Image I don’t know, but I’m somehow positive that’s the boss of Edax!
Image What do you mean you don’t know but you know?
Image Dunno. I’ve never seen him before, but I know it’s him!
Image It’s probably a remnant of Gazum’s memories. I think some part of them remains in pieces of memories.
Image We need to get out of here.
Image Huh?
Image That guy’s extremely strong. He can destroy an entire planet himself, but he chooses not to. I’m scared, Sheldia. *Sobs*
Image Rem! Are you okay? Sorry, but it’s dangerous for her to be here. I’ll take her to the infirmary.
Image Please do.
[Sheldia and Rem leave]
Image Incoming transmission. It’s probably from the mech in front of us.
Image On screen.
[A screen turns on]
Image My name is Ru-Cobol. Listen to me, Earthlings.
(Phone)
Image D-DAD!?
Image The Commander!? Impossible!
Image Mist and Angelica, huh? It’s been a while, in a sense.
Image You recognize us?
Image Is this different from what the deal with Gazum was?
Image I’m not the Elric you know, but I’m still him.
Image I get it! You took over his body, just like Gazum!
Image Correct. I’ve possessed Elric’s body. However, unlike Gazum, I cannot be expelled from this vessel. I can control this man at will. As proof, I have complete control over Elric’s memories. That’s why I recognized you the moment I saw you.
Image Dad…
Image If the big bad himself showed up, it seems you’re running out of options!!
Image …
Image Are you here to get revenge now that we’ve killed your subordinates?
Image Incorrect. I’ve come to talk.
Image Talk?
Image Ispail, Verini, and Gazum will revive in a different form. There’s no need for me to avenge them.
Image They’ll come back!?
Image All I need to do is recover their “fragments”, but in order to do that, I’ll need another host like Elric, even if it’s only temporary.
Image Here we go again. What’s this talk about “fragments” and “hosts” anyway!?
Image Mist, you’ll understand sooner than you think. You are qualified to be a host.
Image What!?
Image It’s you, Angelica, that girl named Rem that was Gazum’s host, and one other presence on your ship. I’ve come to welcome you four as my brethren.
Image You think I’ll just agree to work for you!? Like hell!
Image Angelica, will you join me?
Image I…

(Sheldia Route)
Image A huge heat source is heading right towards us!
Image Is it Himika?
Image That’s not her!
Image W-what is that thing?
Image A giant robot… No, that’s not a robot at all!
Image It’s like a combination of Ispail, Verini, and Gazum’s mechs.
Image I can tell it’s strong just by looking at it.
Image Just because it’s big doesn’t mean it’s strong!
[Door opens]
Image Mist and Sheldia woke up!
Image Sorry. I seem to have caused you some trouble.
Image Sorry for worrying everyone!
Image By the way, the alarm has been ringing for a while now. Why are we on the Moon?
Image What!? That’s Ru-Cobol!
Image Do you know him?
Image I shouldn’t know, but that mech is engraved into my memory. That’s the boss of Edax!
Image What do you mean you don’t know but you know?
Image I don’t know, but I remember! He and I…
Image It’s probably a remnant of Gazum’s memories. I think some part of them remains in pieces of memories.
Image We need to get out of here.
Image Huh?
Image He’s extremely powerful. If I remember correctly, we could muster the full might of Atreem against him and accomplish nothing. We need to get out of here right now. Get away from him! Ugh, my head…
Image Dad, are you okay!? Sorry, but he doesn’t seem to be feeling well. I’m going to take him to the infirmary.
Image Please do.
[Sheldia and Rem leave]
Image Incoming transmission. It’s probably from the mech in front of us.
Image On screen.
[A screen turns on]
Image My name is Ru-Cobol. Listen to me, Earthlings.
(Phone)
Image R-REM!?
Image It’s Rem! That’s impossible!
Image Mist and Sheldia, huh? It’s been a while, in a sense.
Image You recognize us?
Image Is this different from what the deal with Gazum was?
Image I’m not the Rem you know, but I’m still her.
Image I get it! You took over her body, just like Gazum!
Image Correct. I’ve possessed Rem’s body. However, unlike Gazum, I cannot be expelled from this vessel. I can control this girl at will. As proof, I have complete control over her memories. That’s why I recognized you the moment I saw you.
Image Rem…
Image If the big bad himself showed up, it seems you’re running out of options!!
Image …
Image Are you here to get revenge now that we’ve killed your subordinates?
Image Incorrect. I’ve come to talk.
Image Talk?
Image Ispail, Verini, and Gazum will revive in a different form. There’s no need for me to avenge them.
Image They’ll come back!?
Image All I need to do is recover their “fragments”, but in order to do that, I’ll need another host like Rem, even if it’s only temporary.
Image Here we go again. What’s this talk about “fragments” and “hosts” anyway!?
Image Mist, you’ll understand sooner than you think. You too are qualified to be a host.
Image What!?
Image It’s you, Sheldia, that Elric man that was Gazum’s host, and one other presence on your ship. I’ve come to welcome you four as my brethren.
Image You think I’ll just agree to work for you!? Like hell!
Image Sheldia, will you join me?
Image I…

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[Lunar Surface, Rangoon]
Image Congratulations, Lady Himika!
Image Behold, I have finally obtained the power of the Great Bronze Bell. It’s so powerful that it took some time for me to fully control it. Can you feel the power that surges from my body?
Image Of course! It’s very different from Mt. Aso. What a divine visage.
Image With the power of the Great Bronze Bell, we can destroy not only Earth, but the entire universe!
Image Lady Himika, let’s start by destroying Earth! I won’t be satisfied until all the Earthlings who killed Ikima are obliterated!
Image Slow down.
Image Huh?
Image I’ve felt it for a while now. The two Bronze Bells are nearby.
Image They’re close?
Image So the Jeegs are on the Moon!?
Image I don’t know why they’re on the Moon, but this is what it means when they say moths to a flame. Amaso and Mimashi, we’re going to avenge Ikima! With the Great Bronze Bell, we can create even more powerful Haniwa Genjins! The Jeegs and their friends are no match for us now!
Image Ma’am! Let’s get started!
Image Earthlings! Today is the day we’ll kill you all!
[Amaso and Mimashi leave]
Image But what’s this immense power I feel near the Bronze Bells? It’s ominous… Well, whatever. I have obtained ultimate power. I have nothing to fear!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]

(Angelica Route)
Image Don’t be fooled, Angelica! He may look like the Commander, but that’s Ru-Cobol! Don’t listen to him!
Image I know that, but… If I refuse, we’ll probably have to fight.
Image You seem troubled. If you don’t want to fight me, there is only one option you can choose. My daughter, come with me!
(Phone)
Image Ugh…
Image Angelica! We managed to save Rem from Gazum! We’ll do the same for the Commander. We will save him! We have the power to do so!
Image Mist is right! Your father can be saved!
Image If you side with Ru-Cobol, both Earths will be wiped out! Are you really okay with that?
Image You promised to fight alongside us for Earth! Angelica!
Image That’s right. We can fight and save Dad. Besides, I have to protect Earth with you, Mist!
Image That’s the spirit!
Image I guess I can’t convince you with words. I’ll have to take you by force!
Image I knew it. You approach us with honeyed words, but you resort to force in the end.
Image You think you can beat us after we’ve killed three of your minions!?
Image Those three were merely parts of me. They were only fractions of my power. Just because you beat them doesn’t mean you can beat me.
Image You talk big. No one with such empty boasts has ever been strong!
Image Good point, Nouza! Lulu, give us the order to deploy!
Image Got it. All hands, prepare for combat!
Image Roger! Angelica, can you fight?
Image Of course! I’ll fight!
Image Let’s use the Solvrius Rex to expel Ru-Cobol from the Commander’s body!
Image Yeah!
Image (Dad… I’ll definitely save you!)

(Sheldia Route)
Image Don’t be fooled, Sheldia! He may look like Rem, but that’s Ru-Cobol! Don’t listen to him!
Image I know that! I know that, but if I turn him down, we’ll have no choice but to fight, right? We’ve finally reunited, but to fight against Rem…
Image You seem troubled. If you don’t want to fight me, there is only one option you can choose. Dear sister, come with me!
(Phone)
Image Ugh…
Image Sheldia! We managed to save the Commander from Gazum! We’ll do the same for Rem. We will save her! We have the power to do so!
Image Mist is right! Your sister can be saved!
Image If you side with Ru-Cobol, both Earths will be wiped out! Are you really okay with that?
Image You promised to fight alongside us for Earth! Sheldia!
Image That’s right. We can fight and save Rem. Besides, I have to protect Earth with you, Mist!
Image That’s the spirit!
Image I guess I can’t convince you with words. I’ll have to take you by force!
Image I knew it. You approach us with honeyed words, but you resort to force in the end.
Image You think you can beat us after we’ve killed three of your minions!?
Image Those three were merely parts of me. They were only fractions of my power. Just because you beat them doesn’t mean you can beat me.
Image You talk big. No one with such empty boasts has ever been strong!
Image Good point, Nouza! Lulu, give us the order to deploy!
Image Got it. All hands, prepare for combat!
Image Roger! Sheldia, can you fight?
Image Of course! I’ll fight!
Image Let’s use the Solvrius Rex to expel Ru-Cobol from Rem’s body!
Image Yeah!
Image (Rem… I’ll definitely save you!)

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Chapter 33A: Himika’s Final Ambition - Part 1

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Start by deploying the troops!

(Angelica Route)
Image Ru-Cobol! We’ll defeat you and win the futures of both Earths!
Image Mist, are you planning to kill me again?
Image What? Again?
Image Remember the battle at Atreem. Because you were powerless, I, Elric, died. Remember?
Image Ugh…
Image Angelica, are you going to go against your father’s will and shoot me?
Image Ugh…
Image T-that thing isn’t the Commander! Don’t be fooled by his appearance!
Image R-right…
Image (Ru-Cobol is trying to mess with us mentally. I’m not worried about myself, but if this drags on for much longer, Angelica might give in. We have to settle this quickly, or we won’t be able to fight together!)
Image Aside from Ru-Cobol’s robot, it’s just the usual weaklings. This’ll be a piece of cake!
Image If you say that and let your guard down, you’ll look like an idiot!
Image I know! Let’s just get this over with!

(Sheldia Route)
Image Ru-Cobol! We’ll defeat you and win the futures of both Earths!
Image Mist, are you trying to kill me?
Image Don’t use Rem’s voice! That’s cowardly!
Image Remember the battle at Bezard. You went out to protect the planet and failed, remember? I believed in you, but you let us all down. If Edax didn’t save me, I wouldn’t be here anymore.
Image Ugh…
Image Sheldia! Stop Mist! Make him stop fighting! Let the three of us live together again!
Image R-Rem…
Image T-that thing isn’t Rem! Don’t be fooled by his appearance and voice!
Image I know that, but…
Image (Ru-Cobol is trying to mess with us mentally. I’m not worried about myself, but if this drags on for much longer, Sheldia might give in. We have to settle this quickly, or we won’t be able to fight together!)
Image Aside from Ru-Cobol’s robot, it’s just the usual weaklings. This’ll be a piece of cake!
Image If you say that and let your guard down, you’ll look like an idiot!
Image I know! Let’s just get this over with!

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And here’s the big bad himself, Ru-Cobol in his Gustatio. This thing is extremely strong and bulky. It has a level 3 barrier (reduces all damage by 1500), has two actions and movements per turn, and has a very powerful MAP attack. It’s entirely possible to shoot him down here, but he retreats at the start of turn 5 or when his HP is reduced to 50%. The mooks aren’t even roadblocks at this point, but make sure you don’t get your entire army killed before Ru-Cobol leaves as part of the plot.

This stage is on the Moon, so any units that are in the air are considered in space terrain. Be very careful.

Here are the first battle dialogues.

Image I’ll save the Commander and protect the future of Earth! Get out of here, scum!
([...]save Rem[...])

(Angelica Route)
Image Why is Dad the enemy’s boss? I have to save him quickly! I have to go to him!

(Sheldia Route)
Image Mist and Sheldia have helped me so many times. Now it’s my turn to help them!

(Sheldia Route)
Image Why is Rem the enemy’s boss? I have to save her quickly! Rem, I’m coming for you!

(Angelica Route)
Image Mist and Angelica have helped me so many times. Now it’s my turn to help them!

And now, the lines against Ru-Cobol.

Image Listen up, Ru-Cobol! You only have a little while left in the Commander’s body! Prepare yourself!
([...]Rem’s body[...])
Image Hmph. I know what you’re trying to do.
Image What?
Image But it’s pointless. You’ll see why.

(Angelica Route)
Image Angelica, why are you fighting me? Are you going to shoot me, your father?
Image I-I don’t want to fight you, Dad. But it’s my mission to protect Earth with everyone!

(Sheldia Route)
Image You’re possessing other people’s bodies like Gazum!
Image Correct, but I’m not like Gazum. I won’t make the mistake of being torn away from this body.
Image That body belongs to Sheldia’s sister! Get out now!

(Sheldia Route)
Image Sheldia, why are you fighting me? Do you hate me?
Image No! I don’t want to fight you! But you’re not Rem! I’ll drive you out of her body!

(Angelica Route)
Image Are you possessing other people’s bodies like Gazum?
Image Correct, but I’m not like Gazum. I won’t make the mistake of being torn away from this body.
Image That body belongs to Angelica’s dad! Get out of there!

Image You’re the root of all evil! I’ll defeat you and restore peace on Earth!
Image I see. It’s a simple robot, but it has great potential. I think you would do a good job as my subordinate.
Image Don’t underestimate me! I, Koji Kabuto, will never become a minion of evil!

Image So you’re the Super Coordinator, Kira Yamato, eh? No matter how manipulated your genes are, you’re still an imperfect lifeform. Realize your own powerlessness!
Image It doesn’t matter what I am! I’ll defeat you!

The plot advances when you either reduce Ru-Cobol’s HP below 50% or at the start of turn 5

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Image I see. So this is the group that defeated Ispail, Verini, and Gazum. You’re quite strong.
Image So you’ve finally realized it! If you get on your knees and apologize, I might even forgive you.
Image Don’t speak such nonsense. You’re still no match for my power. I’ll prove it to you now.
Image What!?
Image Mist! Hit me with your Regret Buster!
Image W-what!? How do you know that name!?
Image That doesn’t matter. You’re planning to use it against me to regain Elric’s body, right?
([...]Rem’s body[...])
Image …
Image It’s the correct decision, but it’s useless against me. You may have overpowered my subordinates, but you won’t overpower me. Let me show you.
Image W-what?
Image Angelica, if it doesn’t work, come with me. You’ll achieve great things under my command.
(Replace with Sheldia)
Image Dad…
Image Rem…
Image Ru-Cobol! Don’t confuse her!
[Combines/changes into the Solvrius Rex if not already]
Image As you wish, we’ll unleash the power of our hearts on you, Ru-Cobol! I’ll expel you from that body! You ready, Angelica?
([...]Sheldia?)
Image Y-yes!
Image Y-yes!
Image Now! Go for it!!
Image UOOOOOOOOOH!
Super Robot Wars K - Edax

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Image GAAAAAH!
Image Kyaaaaa!
Image Kyaaaa!
Image What!? It didn’t work!?
Image Why!?
Image What’s wrong? Weren’t you going to drive me out?
Image Dammit… Why didn’t it work!?

(Angelica Route)
Image You inexperienced fool. Elric is disappointed in you. I had a faint hope you could defeat me.
Image W-what?
Image I told you. I have complete control over Elric’s memories.
Image Commander…
Image Angelica, come with me. Elric wishes for it too.
Image Dad…wants it too?
Image No, Angelica! Don’t listen to him!
Image Silence, Mist. This is her decision. What will you do, Angelica?
Image I…

(Sheldia Route)
Image You inexperienced fool. Rem is disappointed in you. I had a faint hope you could defeat me.
Image W-what?
Image I told you. I have complete control over Rem’s memories.
Image Rem…
Image Sheldia, come with me. Rem wishes for it too.
Image Rem…wants it too?
Image No, Sheldia! Don’t listen to him!
Image Silence, Mist. This is her decision. What will you do, Sheldia?
Image I…

(Combined)
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Image There they are, Amaso! It’s Jeeg!
Image Hehehehe! It’s been a hundred years since we were last here! I’ll rip them to shreds!
Image Hey, aren’t those guys from the Great Jama Kingdom?
Image I can sense Himika nearby.
Image The Great Jama Kingdom? Those are the people Ispail was helping…
Image Hey! There’s a guy I’ve never seen before!
Image Who are you?
Image My name is Ru-Cobol, the leader of Edax.
Image Edax? I feel like I’ve heard that name before…
Image That’s the name of the organization Ispail and Gil Berg belonged to.
(Phone)
Image So you’re Himika?
Image Indeed.
Image What are you doing here? Are you here to help me?
Image Help? Why should I help you? We’ve only come to destroy that detestable Jeeg and the Earthlings.
Image I see.
Image Of course, that doesn’t mean I’m not grateful to Ispail and Gil Berg. It was only with their help that I was able to obtain the Great Bronze Bell. However, now that I have obtained ultimate power, I have become an absolute being. I no longer need anyone’s help!
Image An absolute being, huh…
Image Indeed. Ru-Cobol, right? Edax is but an insect before me. If you get in my way, I’ll destroy you along with the Earthlings!
Image You’re underestimating me by calling me an insect.
Image Amaso! Mimashi! Attack the Earthlings! If Ru-Cobol gets in your way, then kill him too!
Image Ma’am!
Image Come, Jeeg! I’ll tear your pieces into pieces!
Image Such a pointless interruption. Earthlings, I’ll let you off the hook for now. You should have realized your powerlessness already. The next time we meet will be your end.
Image You’re acting like it’s a done deal!
Image Angelica, I’ll be awaiting your answer the next time we meet. However, Earth has precious little time left. Don’t hesitate.
Image …
Image Sheldia, I’ll be awaiting your answer the next time we meet. However, Earth has precious little time left. Don’t hesitate.
Image …
[Ru-Cobol leaves]
Image Wait!
Image That jerk ran away with his tail between his legs!
Image He must have been scared of our power!
Image But now we can fight Jeeg without any distractions! I’ll vent my frustrations on his head!
Image We expected the Great Jama Kingdom to be lurking around here! Everyone, regroup!
Image Listen, everyone. Don’t let your guard down. I can sense a powerful aura from the Haniwa Genjins. Plus, there’s that mysterious energy that drew us to the Moon. It’s highly likely that Himika is in the Rangoon!
Image What’s this Rangoon thing?
Image I’ll explain it later. If she activated it, then those Haniwa Genjins are stronger than usual. Don’t let your guard down.
Image It doesn’t matter how strong they are. I’m going to make sure the Jama Kingdom gets annihilated!

With Ru-Cobol gone, all that’s left are some Haniwa Genjins (which are just as weak as they were in past stages) and Mimashi and Amaso in their own individual Big Fires. Yes, I did forget to take a screenshot of them. You really shouldn’t have any issues with this anyway. Don’t forget to heal Mist.

We got some lines against Haniwa Genjins.

Image I almost missed you, and yet here you are hunting moon rabbits!

Image Kyo, this is our chance!
Image Yeah. No matter how powerful they are, as long as we’re here…

And here are the lines against Mimashi and Amaso. These lines only play if both of them are still on the map.

Image Hey! Where’s Himika!?
Image You idiot! There’s no way Himika needs to fight the likes of you!
Image We’re more than enough to squash you bugs!
Image Don’t underestimate me! I’ll beat you up and lure out Himika!

Image Answer me! Did Himika obtain the Great Bronze Bell!?
Image Bastard! How do you know about that!?
Image I see. So she did obtain it after all.
Image Dammit!
Image You idiot! Oh well. I’ll make you understand how much more powerful we are due to the Great Bronze Bell!

Image It’s you, Hiroshi Shiba!
Image How dare you kill Ikima!
Image Ikima met a proud warrior’s death. Even though we’re enemies, he has my respect! You should die with dignity too!

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Image I was trying to avenge Ikima, but I failed. Consider this your last victory!

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Image Damn you! You’ve gotten stronger since the last time we fought! I’ll back off for now, but next time will be different!

The map ends when all enemies are defeated.

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Image Hell yeah! We knocked down those Jama jerks!
Image But Ru-Cobol got away.
Image We couldn’t track him?
Image Unfortunately not.
Image From the way he spoke, I can tell he has absolute confidence in his own strength. When he finds out we defeated the Great Jama Kingdom, he’ll surely challenge us again.
Image Does that mean we don’t have to go after him?
Image Who cares what he wants! Now that the big boss has shown himself, we know who’s butt to kick!
Image We lacked mental strength…
Image Dad…
Image Mist! Angelica! Pull yourselves together! We’re in trouble and you two are moping!
Image Rem…
Image Mist! Sheldia! Pull yourselves together! Ah great… They’re both depressed…
Image Anyway, return to the ship. We’ll regroup and come up with our next steps.
Image You’re right. We don’t know when we’ll be attacked again. Let’s use this chance to resupply!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]

(Angelica Route)
Image Ru-Cobol took over the Commander’s body!
Image I felt sorry for Sheldia, but I felt like it could never happen to me… But now that it is, I understand her pain all too well.
Image And this time, he has the Commander’s memories. This is even worse than what happened to Rem!
Image I never thought they'd be so blatant with their mental attacks.
Image Hey, Mist. I know you seem okay, but don’t try to defect.
Image Of course I won’t! He’s a villain impersonating the Commander. Right, Angelica?
Image Y-yeah…
Image Hey now, pull yourself together. You’re not going to be shaken by his words, are you?
Image I’m okay. Just a little confused.
Image But your attack didn’t work.
Image !!
Image Joshua, what the heck!
Image Just ignore him. We just weren’t at our best! I’m sure we’ll get him next time!
Image …
Image Sorry. I need to be alone for a bit.
[Angelica leaves]
Image Angelica…
Image You should go after her. We don’t know anything about her father.
Image You’re right. See ya.
[Mist leaves]
Image Hey! Read the room!
Image Huh? Did I say something wrong?
Image Even if you’re correct, you have to consider the time and place before you speak!
Image You have no common sense.
Image Idiot.
Image I wonder if they’ll be okay…
Image Just when I thought we resolved Sheldia’s problem, something like this happens…

(Sheldia Route)
Image Ru-Cobol took over Rem’s body!
Image I felt sorry for Angelica, but I felt like it could never happen to me… But now that it is, I know her pain.
Image And this time, he has Rem’s memories. This is even worse than what happened to the Commander!
Image I never thought they'd be so blatant with their mental attacks.
Image Hey, Mist. I know you seem okay, but don’t try to defect.
Image Of course I won’t! He’s a villain impersonating Rem. Right, Sheldia?
Image Y-yeah…
Image Hey now, pull yourself together. You’re not going to be shaken by his words, are you?
Image I’m okay. Just a little confused.
Image But your attack didn’t work.
Image !!
Image Joshua, what the heck!
Image Just ignore him. We just weren’t at our best! I’m sure we’ll save Rem next time!
Image …
Image Sorry. I need to be alone for a bit.
[Sheldia leaves]
Image Sheldia
Image You should go after her. We don’t know anything about her sister.
Image You’re right. See ya.
[Mist leaves]
Image Hey! Read the room!
Image Huh? Did I say something wrong?
Image Even if you’re correct, you have to consider the time and place before you speak!
Image You have no common sense.
Image Idiot.
Image I wonder if they’ll be okay…
Image Just when I thought we resolved Angelica’s problem, something like this happens…

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[Daiku-Maryu, Hallway]

(Angelica Route)
Image Wait up, Angelica!
Image I told you to leave me alone.
Image Thinking about it alone will only put you in a downward spiral. If you’re feeling down, talk to me. We’re partners, aren’t we?
Image I would if I could. Just please let me think about it alone. Please.
Image Huh?
Image I know that’s not actually Dad. I know we have to fight. But my heart knows it’s him. I thought he was dead, but he’s still alive… He called my name…
Image Angelica…
Image I’ll be fine. I’ll sort out my feelings before the next mission. Trust me.
Image …If you say so. But if you can’t, tell me. You can always talk to me.
Image Yes. Thank you.
[Angelica leaves]
Image Will she really be okay? She’s really worried about the Commander. I know she has a strong will, but she’s still a girl. If I get too pushy, I’ll hurt her pride… Women are difficult…
Image Who’re you calling difficult?
Image Ah! Don’t scare me like that, Sheldia!
Image You’re the one spacing out in the middle of the hallway. Are you thinking about Angelica?
Image Yeah. She’s really stressing out.
Image Is Ru-Cobol’s body really her father?
Image Yes. He’s the Commander of the Defense Force, who I thought sacrificed himself back at Atreem.
Image I can’t believe she’s going through the same thing I did…
Image Same here.
Image I know exactly how she feels.
Image She said she knows how you felt too.
Image I see… What about you? He’s someone who was important to you too, right? Even though he’s our enemy, you don’t seem very shaken.
Image I was surprised at first, but I’ve since calmed down.
Image That was fast.
Image I know we can save him if we did the same thing we did to Rem. I’m not that worried.
Image But you failed earlier.
Image Yeah… My desire to save him is the same as it was with Rem. No, I shouldn’t compare. I thought we were hitting him with our full power too…
Image That’s why Angelica’s depressed. She thinks she can’t save him.
Image Don’t jinx it. She saved Rem, didn’t she? As her friend, you should think about what you’re saying.
Image You’re right… I’m still a kid like that.
Image The fact you’ve realized that means you’ve become an adult.
Image Are you making fun of me?
Image By the way, what’s Rem up to?
Image She’s getting examined in the infirmary. She said a load of unknown memories went flooding into her head. Her head’s a mess.
Image Professor Sakon thinks it’s Gazum’s memories. If that’s the case, maybe there’s a clue on how we can defeat Ru-Cobol.
Image I don’t want to drag Rem into this fight, but if we need her memories to defeat him, we need to ask her for help.
Image Yeah. It’ll be difficult, but she’ll need to do her best.
Image Yeah.
Image When this battle is over, I’ll treat the four of us, Angelica, Rem, you, and me, to a nice meal.
Image Angelica is coming?
Image You don’t want her to?
Image Since we saved Rem, I want us to reminisce about Bezard together over a nice meal. I’ll cook.
Image Sounds good to me.
Image I’m going back to Rem. Do you want to come with me?
Image Sure. I’m worried about her.
Image Great. Let’s go.

(Sheldia Route)
Image Wait up, Sheldia!
Image I told you to leave me alone!
Image Thinking about it alone will only put you in a downward spiral. If you’re feeling down, talk to me.
Image I would if I could. Just please let me think about it alone. Please.
Image Huh?
Image I know that’s not actually Rem. I know we have to fight. But my heart knows it’s her. I thought she was dead, but she’s still alive… She called my name…
Image Sheldia
Image I’ll be fine. I’ll sort out my feelings before the next mission. Trust me.
Image …If you say so. But if you can’t, tell me. You can always talk to me.
Image Yes. Thank you.
[Sheldia leaves]
Image Will she really be okay? She’s really worried about Rem. I know she has a strong will, but she’s still a girl. If I get too pushy, I’ll hurt her pride… Women are difficult…
Image Who’s difficult?
Image Ahh! Don’t sneak up on me, Angelica.
Image It’s your fault for being so absent-minded. Are you thinking about Sheldia?
Image Yeah. She’s really stressing out.
Image Is Ru-Cobol’s body really her sister?
Image Yeah. I thought she died when Bezard was destroyed.
Image I never thought that Sheldia would end up in the same situation as me.
Image Me neither.
Image I know exactly how she feels.
Image She said she knows how you felt too.
Image I see… What about you? They’re like family to you, right? You even lived with them.
Image Honestly, I’m freaking out a little. Especially that face asking if I was trying to kill her. But I’ve calmed down since then.
Image You’re pretty resilient.
Image I know I can use the same thing I used on the Commander, so I’m not particularly worried.
Image But didn’t you just fail?
Image You’re right. My desire to save Rem is the same as it was with the Commander. No, I shouldn’t compare. I thought we were hitting him with our full power too…
Image So that’s why Sheldia is so depressed. She’s worried that her sister is beyond saving.
Image Don’t jinx it. She helped save the Commander, remember? As her friend, please be more careful with what you say.
Image You don’t need to get so angry… I’m sorry for saying something weird.
Image No. I’m sorry for yelling at you. I thought I was calm, but I’m still upset.
Image I suppose it’s understandable. It would be strange for you to be calm right now.
Image Where’s the Commander anyway?
Image He’s getting examined in the infirmary. He said a load of unknown memories went flooding into his head. His head’s a mess.
Image Professor Sakon thinks it’s Gazum’s memories. If that’s the case, maybe there’s a clue on how we can defeat Ru-Cobol.
Image Dad’s not in great condition right now, but we’ll have to ask for his help.
Image It’ll be fine. It’s fine if he’s feeling a bit unwell.
Image Yeah. He’s someone who was once called The Demon.
Image When this battle is over, I’ll treat the four of us, Sheldia, the Commander, you, and me, to a nice meal.
Image Sheldia too?
Image You don’t want her to?
Image Since we saved Dad, I want the three of us to reminisce about our time on Atreem over a meal. I’ll cook.
Image Sounds good to me.
Image I’m going back to Dad. Do you want to come with me?
Image Sure. I’m worried about him.
Image Great. Let’s go.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image Why is Himika on the Moon anyway?
Image They don’t seem to be working with Ru-Cobol.
Image Do you know anything, Kyo?
Image That’s right! You knew the Jama Kingdom would be here. You had someone watch those coordinates!
Image I believe Himika probably reached the Rangoon and with it, the Great Bronze Bell.
Image Rangoon? Great Bronze Bell? You said Rangoon earlier too. What is it?
[Beeping]
Image Someone is hacking into our communications!
Image On screen!
[Screen turns on]
Image It’s been a while, foolish humans.
(Phone)
Image Himika!
Image There you are, asshole!
Image Listen up. I have obtained absolute power. I have the power to destroy the entire universe. It would be a cinch for me to defeat you and Ru-Cobol. But first, I wish to settle my grudge with you.
Image What!?
Image Settle it?
Image Right now, you’re nothing more than insignificant trash to me, but I still despise you for killing Ikima. I won’t be satisfied until I see all of you dead! I’ll show you the power I’ve gained through the Great Bronze Bell!
Image The Great Bronze Bell… So you really did access Rangoon!
Image Little girl, you know where I am, yes?
Image Yes. I can sense your evil presence stronger than before!
Image Then come to me. I’ll give you a warm welcome. HAHAHAHAHA!
[Himika hangs up]
Image Dammit! What the hell is she trying to do!? Don’t mess with me!
Image Commander Tamaki, what should we do? Should we accept Himika’s challenge?
Image It’s a fact that we have to deal with her eventually. With the threat of Ru-Cobol hanging over us, is now really the time for this?
Image I think we should accept.
(Phone)
Image Representative Athha?
Image Neither Ru-Cobol nor Himika are the kind of people who’ll be pacified by understanding or dialogue. If we have to stop both of them by force, let’s focus on one of them first.
Image You make a good point. Let’s do that.
Image Tsubaki, please input Himika’s location on the computer.
Image Roger!
[Inputting noises]
Image I’ve confirmed the coordinates. It’s not far from the point Kyo indicated earlier.
Image We’re good to go.
(Phone)
Image Great. As soon as repairs and resupplies are done, we’ll head towards Himika! Got it?
Image Okay!
Image Just wait for us, Himika!
Image (This long war with Himika is finally coming to an end. Ever since the fight against The Claw, I realize that I don’t have much time left…)
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Squad time! We’ve got 19+4 slots to work with. Solos are Kenji (Jeeg), Kyo, Van, Kira, Shinn, Gainer, Kazuki, Chief, Ruuji, Sven, Cagalli, and Lacus. Pairs are Hiroshi/Miwa, Mist/Angelica, Nero/Selene, Roll/A Kan, Rey/Rei Mii, Goh/Anna, Gain/Maya, Daiya/Sheldia, Nouza/Lou, and Lee/Mu. Mandatory deployments are both Jeegs and Big Shooters, but Kyo must be solo.

As a heads up, this map is in space.

Last time, Himika achieved seemingly ultimate power. Let’s go stop her.

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[Daiku-Maryu, Private Room]
Image And now it’ll fit ten people.
Image Well done, Princess.
Image My section pales in comparison to yours.
Image The Daiku-Maryu is heading into the final battle against Himika! We’ll be in combat shortly. Non-combatants, please head to the safety block!
(Phone)
Image We’re already heading into the next battlefield… Everyone has been stuck in either the hangar or the briefing room. They all look exhausted.
Image If only they had time to take a break. Ah, I wish I could help them somehow.
Image Then keep moving those hands. The least you can do is create a place where they can come back to, right?
Image That’s right. This is our fight.
Image Let’s work hard on this! It’ll be long enough for everyone before we know it!
Image Yeah!

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image Enemy forces in visual range! Putting them on the monitor!
[Screen turns on]
Image W-what the heck is that!?
Image It’s massive! Is that the enemy mothership!?
Image That’s the Rangoon. It’s the spaceship that brought Himika to Earth.
Image Huh? That’s Himika’s? Are you suggesting they’re aliens?
Image That’s what I said.
Image Are you serious!?
[Alarm]
Image High energy reaction from the enemy mothership! They’re going to fire!
Image Evasive maneuvers!
Image Aye aye!
[Screen flashes red]
Image We dodged it.
Image What about the other ships?
Image They’re still intact.
Image What power! A direct hit would have been the end of us.
Image That’s the power of the Great Bronze Bell. As the name implies, it’s a gigantic bell that harbors tremendous power. That was only a fraction of it.
[Beeping]
Image Incoming communication from Himika!
Image How do you like that? But that was only a small bit of the power I’ve obtained. You’re about to experience true terror! AHAHAHAHAHA!
[Himika hangs up]
Image Hey, look! The enemy mothership!
Image Huh? It’s transforming!
Image It turned into a giant bell!
Image That’s the Great Bronze Bell itself!
Image Calling it great is an understatement!
Image A lot of Haniwa Genjins are coming out of the bell! They’re assuming attack formations!
Image Everyone, launch immediately!
Image Okay! Let’s go, everyone!

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Chapter 33B: Himika’s Final Ambition - Part 2

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Deploy the troops!

Image Mimashi! Amaso! This time, we’ll kill those insects called humans!
Image Ma’am! Even if it costs me my life!
Image Humans! This time, we’ll kill every last one of you!
Image Let’s defeat the weaklings and lure Himika out!
Image Today is the day we’ll wipe them out for good!

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Welcome to the Jeeg finale! For the first part of this stage, we have Mimashi and Amaso in their usual Big Fires (they’re the same), along with a boatload of Haniwa Genjins. Take them out like you normally would. The giant bell at the top of the stage has some excellent terrain, but I’d avoid using it for now. You’ll find out why shortly.

Here are the first battle dialogues.

Image I don’t know what the Great Bronze Bell is, but if we can destroy it, we can defeat Himika, right? Let’s do it!

Image Tsubaki, your power may be the only thing that can counter the Great Bronze Bell. If push comes to shove, I’ll leave it to you.
Image Yes. Now is the time to show my true power as a shrine maiden!

Image Himika must be inside the Great Bronze Bell. We must get inside and defeat her no matter what! We can’t let her keep using that power!

Image In the battle 50 years ago, we struggled against a Bronze Bell-less Himika. I’ll show you how much we’ve grown since then!

Here are the dialogues against Mimashi and Amaso.

Image AHAHAHAHA! JEEG! I’ll show you how much stronger Lady Himika has made me!
Image Okay, show me! But be warned, you’ll be the one to die!

Image Hiroshi Shiba! Are you trying to get in Lady Himika’s way again?
Image Of course I am! As long as you’re alive, I’ll stand up again and again! That’s why I have this immortal body!

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Image Impossible… How could mere humans… Lady Himika… Please forgive me!
[Amaso explodes]

Image JEEG! I won’t let you get close to Lady Himika! I’ll risk my life to stop you!
Image Bastard! You’re no match for me! I’ll show you what I’m capable of!

Image Hiroshi Shiba! I’ll finally be able to settle my grudge!
Image Silence, Mimashi! That’s my line! We’ll settle things today!

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Image Even if I perish, I will curse you to death with all of my hatred! I am…immortal!!
[Mimashi explodes]

The plot continues once all enemies have been defeated.

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Image Hell yeah! The weaklings are gone! You’re the only one left, Himika! Get out here!
Image It’s time for you to surrender.
Image Don’t hide inside that Bronze Bell. Come out! Or, if you’d rather, we can come to you!
Image Do you think you’ve won? Fools!
Image Stop being so stubborn! You’ve lost!
Image How about this? O sparkling stars. O emptiness. Shake this world with your dark power. Awaken!
[The screen flashes black]
Image W-what’s this feeling?
Image How sinister… It reminds me of the black Flame.
Image Hehehe. Evil spirits, gather here and form!

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Image Oh, Lady Himika! You have finally obtained absolute power! I, Ikima, have come from hell to serve you once more!
Image Humans… This time, I’ll kill you. Gehehehe!
Image I won’t forgive you. I won’t forgive you! I’ll tear you all to shreds!
Image W-what the hell?
Image A pitch-black demonic monster…
Image I have a bad feeling about this.
Image I see ghostly faces all over its body.
Image I can see Ikima and Mimashi’s faces!
Image That’s a mass of malice. Nothing but a pile of curses and grudges.
Image A mass of malice?
Image That perfectly describes that monster!
Image The dead should stay dead! Quit it with these tricks!
Image No. They didn’t come back to life. They’re in this world as the undead!
Image HAHAHA! Perish! I’ll devour all sorrowful thoughts on your planet! Come forth, Haniwa Genjins! Destroy the Earthlings!

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Image Dammit! That monster is just a bluff! Everyone, let’s take ‘em down!
Image Wait, Kenji! That monster is too dangerous!
Image Don’t be so careless!
Image What are you afraid of? Just ignore the weaklings and go after that monster!

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This is the final boss of the Jeeg plot, the Susano-o. It’s very difficult and has a massive MAP attack once it hits 120 morale. It also has HP and EN regeneration. It’s strong enough to destroy the Jeegs in one hit, which will cause a Game Over. That’s also not to mention it’s on top of the Bronze Bell, which gives it bonuses to evasion, defense, and additional HP/EN regeneration. Use someone dodgy like Kira to lure it off of the bell into open space, then jump it. Be sure to watch its morale.

Image What a terrifying monster! It looks like an evil spirit!

Image What’s with that evil appearance and the evil aura emanating from its entire body?
Image That thing is a mass of malice created by Himika! It’ll absorb our anger and hatred, so be careful.
Image Roger!

Image Ikima, Amaso, Mimashi… So it absorbed your grudges! That really is a mass of malice!

The plot continues once you get Susano-o’s HP below 50%.

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Image What!? It regenerated!?
Image It’s immortal!?
Image Like hell it is! Take this!

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Image How about that!?

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Image W-what!?
Image What’s going on!? It’s regenerating just like the Dvorak!
Image There has to be a way to beat it!
Image Oh! I can sense an incredible energy coming from the Giant Bronze Bell. If we don’t block that energy, it’ll keep regenerating!

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Image Tsubaki! What are you doing?
Image I’m going inside to stop Himika!
Image Don’t be so reckless, Tsubaki!
Image He’s right! You know that going on your own won’t lead to anything good, right!?
Image This is something only I can do!
Image Little girl, I won’t let you do what you want! Go!
Image GAOOOOO!

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[The Big Shooter explodes]
Image TSUBAKIIIIIII!! Damn you! UWAAAAAAAAAAH!
Image Kenji! Calm down!
Image Oh no! Kenji! Don’t let evil take control of your heart!
Image You’ve seen me do this exact same thing so many times! You need to calm down, Kenji!
Image How dare you… How dare you… TSUBAKIIIII!
Image Dammit, he’s not hearing us at all!
Image GAAAAAAAAAH!
Image Hahaha. He lost sight of himself in his anger. What a foolish brat. AHAHAHAHA!
Image KENJI!!

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[Inside the Great Bronze Bell]
Image W-we’re inside the Great Bronze Bell!
Image The Big Shooter has been destroyed, but at least we got inside… Ugh!
Image Kyo! You’re injured!
Image Forget about me! Stop Himika! You’re the only one who can!
Image Right! Ah!
Image What’s wrong?
Image I just sensed something really bad, like something happened to Kenji.
Image If you feel it, then it’s probably the truth. Hurry, Tsubaki! I’ll be right behind you!
Image Yes!
Image (Kenji’s mind is consumed by a dark shadow. What’s going on!?)

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[Lunar Surface]
Image Kenji! Don’t lose sight of yourself! KENJI!
Image GWAH! GAAAAAAH!
Image Jeeg is being absorbed into the black monster!
Image That demon’s entire body is covered in flames…
Image It shouldn’t exist in this world!
Image Kenji! Pull yourself together! Can you hear me!?
Image GAAAAAH!
[Kenji’s Jeeg punches Jeeg]
Image GAH!
Image Hiroshi!
Image Hiroshi’s Jeeg got blown away!
Image Hey, Kenji! We’re your friends! Don’t you realize that?
Image GAAAAAAH!
Image I don’t want to fight any more of my allies!
Image Mist, can’t you do something?
Image No. We might end up erasing Kenji’s heart instead!
Image What should we do? If necessary, I don’t mind holding the burden of taking him out, but I’d really rather not.
Image I want to save Kenji too! It’s meaningless if we’re not all together!
Image That’s right! If we can, we need to save him!
Image UWAAAAAAAAH!
Image His power is leaking out! It rivals even Brunhilde and the Overdevil!
Image Kenji! Wake up! Kenji!!

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[Inside the Great Bronze Bell]
Image Hahaha. Go on a rampage and destroy both the Moon and the Earth! Do you realize it now, brat? The power of curses is the greatest thing in the universe! AHAHAHA!
Image You’re wrong!
Image Hmph. Where did you come from, little girl?
Image Nothing good comes from curses! What makes us human is possessing a heart that cares for one another!
Image Heh… Don’t make me laugh. You humans created cursed warriors. You should realize the depth of your karma! HA!
[Himika shoots electricity at Tsubaki]
Image Ah! There’s no way…my feelings will succumb to a curse!
Image You’re still on about that!? Humans are no different from us. You’ll soon realize that!
[More electricity]
Image Ugh… Kenji… Lend me your strength… Kenji! Answer me, Kenji!

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[Lunar Surface]
Image UWAAAAAAAAAH!
Image GODDAMMIT! A berserk Kenji can’t be stopped!
Image At this rate, he’ll destroy the Moon!
Image This is Kyo… Captain Lulu, can you hear me?
(Phone)
Image Kyo! You’re alive!
Image Yes. I’m inside the Great Bronze Bell. Tsubaki is facing Himika.
Image She is?
Image Kyo! Is Tsubaki safe?
Image Yes.
Image I see. That’s good. Now we can stop Kenji’s rampage… But the issue is, will he even listen?
Image What’s happening with Kenji?
Image Don’t worry about it. We’ll take care of him. Just focus on stopping Himika.
Image Otherwise the Moon will be destroyed!
Image Roger. I’ll hurry.
[Kyo hangs up]
Image Did you hear that, Kenji!? Tsubaki is still alive!
Image GAAAAAAAAAH!
[Another Jeeg on Jeeg punch]
Image GAH! Tch. I guess you can’t hear me after all! Then receive the power of my Bronze Bell! That’ll let you feel Tsubaki’s heart!
Image Is that how it works?
Image I don’t know, but if it’ll bring Kenji back to normal, it’s worth a try, right?
Image Wait, Hiroshi! If you do that, you’ll no longer be able to be Jeeg!
Image I know that, but this is our only option!
Image I understand. I’ll be right there if anything happens!
Image We’re counting on you, Hiroshi!
Image It’s frustrating, but it looks like it’s all up to you!
Image You should rely on your elders, Nouza. Now, let’s go! Kenji! Receive my Bronze Bell! Listen to Tsubaki’s voice!!
[A flash of green]
Image Huh!?
Image Kenji! Can you hear me!? Answer me!
(Phone)
Image Tsubaki… Tsubaki! UWAAAAAAAAAH!

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JAM Project - Dead or Alive
Image Hell yeah! Jeeg’s back!
Image W-what was I doing?
Image Kenji! Have you regained your senses?
Image Yes! I heard Tsubaki’s voice clearly! She gave me this power! Look, Himika! This is the power of my feelings!

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Image GAOOO!
Image Let’s go, Baruba! I want to save Tsubaki! Give me your power!
[Baruba roars]

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Image Hmm? My Bronze Bell is resonating!
Image What do you mean!?
Image It’s not just the Bronze Bell’s power! I can entrust the Bell itself to him! Let’s go, Kenji!
Image Yeah!

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Image GAOOOOOO!
Image My Bronze Bell has returned!
Image Well how about that. Now you don’t have any problems, right?
Image Yeah!
Image W-what was that white Jeeg!?
Image That’s none other than the God of Steel, Kotetsushin Jeeg!
(Phone)
Image Dr. Shiba!
Image Dad? Where are you!?

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Image The Minerva!?
Image Are you doing your job properly, Acting Captain?
Image We detected the Great Bronze Bell on the Moon, so I asked Lacus Clyne to bring me here. She’s young, but she’s competent.
Image Is everyone safe?
Image Me-- I mean, Lacus!
Image I’m sorry, Lacus. I made you come all the way here because of my selfish wish. But even so, I never imagined the Great Bronze Bell was that big! Listen up, Kenji! Don’t damage that bell! It’s valuable research material!
Image Like hell I won’t, you old coot! Once I save Tsubaki and Kyo, I’m crushing that thing!
Image Dad! I know you want to research it, but it’s dangerous here! Get back to a safe area! We’ll try to bring back fragments.
Image Lacus, did you hear that? Leave the battlefield!
Image Understood. Arthur, let’s get out of here.
Image Roger! We’re withdrawing from the area!
[The Minerva leaves, unplayable in this game]
Image Now, Himika! Prepare yourself! I’ll show you the power of Kotetsushin Jeeg!
Image Impossible! Does that brat think he’s escaped from the Susano-o’s curse?
Image This is the power of feelings! The force that draws Kenji and I to each other… The power that’s born when one person cares for another!
Image The power of feelings!? There’s no way that can defeat the power of curses!
Image No matter how much you deny it, you can see reality with your own eyes! You’ve lost, Himika!
Image Hahaha… AHAHAHAHA! Don’t think you’ve won yet, little girl! The battle isn’t over yet! Come forth, Haniwa Genjins! I’ll show you the power of curses!

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Image No matter how many weaklings they send out, they’re no match for us! Let’s go, Baruba!
Image GAOOO!
Image Micchie, support Kenji!
Image Yes!
Image Let’s use this opportunity to press the attack! Everyone, you’ve got this!
Image You don’t have to tell us that!
Image The tide is turning in our favor!
Image Let’s start with that big guy!
Image Just wait, Tsubaki and Kyo! I’m coming to save you!

Kenji now has the “Kotetsushin Jeeg” combination attack with Hiroshi. I wish it was a fusion or form change. It’s an extremely powerful attack, but it uses up more EN than Kenji starts out with. You physically cannot use this attack unless you upgrade Kenji’s EN. That’s why I recommended you max out his EN as soon as possible way back at the start of the game.

Image I’ll thank you for your “kindness” ten, no, a hundred times over!

Anyway, all that’s left is cleanup. Destroy the Susano-o after you lure it off of the Great Bronze Bell again. I would recommend that you move Kenji into a battleship ASAP to avoid him getting one shot by the boss before you can lure it off of the Bell.

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Image Yes! We defeated that lump of evil spirits!
Image With this, Himika has lost her strongest soldier! She’s defenseless!
Image Let’s jump her!
Image Don’t be hasty, you clumsy fool!
Image Dr. Shiba!
Image I’m watching your battle from the Minerva! There are still some enemies left! Focus on them first!
Image R-right!
Image All that’s left are the grunts! Let’s mop them up!

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image I’m coming, Tsubaki!

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Image Ah! Kenji! It's dangerous to go alone!
Image Tsubaki’s fighting for her life right now! I have to go help her!
[Kenji disappears into the Great Bronze Bell]
Image Fine then! Let’s go in too!
Image Stop!
Image Huh?

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Image Leave this to Kenji and Tsubaki!
Image Why, Dr. Shiba!? It’s too dangerous for just the two of them!
Image It’s their mission, no, their destiny to seal Himika again. No one may interfere any further!
Image No way… Why?
Image All we can do is pray for their victory. Let’s wait for them to complete their mission and return.
Image (What exactly is their mission? Kenji… Tsubaki… Please stay safe!)

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[Inside the Great Bronze Bell]
Image Damn you all! Little girl! I’ll kill you first, and then the other humans! AHH!
[Electricity attack]
Image Kuh… At this rate… I’m done for… Kenji… Help me… Kenji!
Image TSUBAKIIIIIIII! ORYAAAAAAAH!
[Kenji interrupts the attack]
JAM Project - STORMBRINGER
Image Ahh! Damn you, brat! How did you do that!?
Image We’re not alone! There’s always someone in our hearts who we love and who loves us!
Image What a stupid thing to say! How much power could that really have!?
Image Just watch!
Image !!
Image All my friends have become strong this way! I won’t let you deny it!!
Image The power of feelings is nothing to fear in the face of curses! DIE!
[Electric attack]
Image What an attack! DEYAAAAAAA!
[Light comes out of Kenji]
Image W-what the hell!? You repelled my attack so easily!
Image W-what’s this sword? It suddenly appeared in my hand.
Image That’s the Sakahoko, a blade of the soul that only answers to the inheritor of the Bronze Bells!
Image Kyo!
Image Another human!? How many of you are here!?
Image It’s been a while, Himika!
Image It’s been a while? I don’t know any humans.
Image You’ll remember after seeing this!
[Kyo radiates light as he shows his true form]
Image Huh? W-what the!? Kyo, you…
Image T-that appearance! That’s right, I remember now! You’re Takeru!
Image Kenji! This is who I really am! I’m a being from the distant past, resurrected from ancient times to settle things with Himika, an alien who landed on ancient Earth!
(Takeru)
Image You’re also an alien?
Image My real name is Takeru. My sister and I went to sleep long ago in preparation for Himika's resurrection. I was later discovered by Dr. Shiba. My sister’s name is Miyazu, though you know her as Miya Kusanagi, your mother!
Image EXCUSE ME!?
Image A long time ago, during a decades-long interstellar war, Himika and we were drifting through space on the Rangoon. Suddenly, the Rangoon went out of control, passed through a dimensional distortion, and arrived in this star system. We descended to Earth and were forced to make a choice. Would we assimilate with the humans on Earth, or would we rule over them and this planet… Miyazu and I couldn’t allow this beautiful, remote planet, with its uncivilized humans, to be engulfed in war. That’s why I tried to persuade Himika and her retainers to live in peace.
Image What a foolish thing to even suggest. We know nothing but destruction! It’s for that reason that we desire the pleasure of eternal ruin!
Image Miyazu and I fought alongside Baruba and sealed Himika away in ancient Kyushu. However, she’ll never truly die as long as the Rangoon exists. In preparation for her revival, we fell into a deep sleep with the two Bronze Bells, the Rangoon’s control units. Eventually, we awakened to coincide with her resurrection and, with the help of Dr. Shiba, founded Build Base. We then entrusted a Bronze Bell to his son, Hiroshi Shiba.
Image So that’s why Hiroshi fights as Jeeg…
Image But that all ends here! I’ve obtained the Great Bronze Bell, so I’ll wipe you all out!
Image That won’t work! Kenji, now is the time for you and Tsubaki to join hands!
Image What?
Image Tsubaki’s family continues to protect our bloodline. She’s the shrine maiden of Azabu Tsumugi Shrine. She’s the only one in the world who most closely inherited our feelings. And Kenji, you’re the only one who has inherited the power to protect those feelings! When your two powers combine, a miracle will happen! Use that miracle to seal Himika!
Image Seal Himika?
Image Use the Sakahoko! That’s what it’s made for!
Image Got it! Prepare yourself, Himika!
Image I-if you seal me away, won’t you be sealed too!?
Image Wandering soul! Rest forever!
[Kenji and Tsubaki swing the Sakahoko]
Image Impossible! The human heart can’t be this powerful!
Image HAAAAAAAAAAH!
Image HAAAAAAAAAAAH!
[The finish slashing through Himika]
Image AHHHHHHHH!
[Fade to white]

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[Daiku-Maryu, Bridge]
Image A high-energy reaction has been detected inside the Great Bronze Bell! It’s starting to disappear!
Image Kenji! Tsubaki!
Image Those kids…
Image Were they sealed along with Himika?
Image Kenji!
Image Tsubaki!
Image Kyo…
Image The Great Bronze Bell has completely disappeared…
Image W-what about the three of them? Are they lost along with the Bell?
Image No way. No matter how thoroughly we defeated Himika, this cost is too great!
Image Kenji, Tsubaki, and Kyo… This was their destiny as the heirs of the Bronze Bell’s power. This was decided since ancient times…
Image What do you mean by their destiny? They shouldn’t die for something like that!
Image Wait! I’m detecting a small heat source from where the Great Bronze Bell was!
Image Zoom and enhance!
[The screen turns on. STORMBRINGER plays again]
Image Ah! It’s…
Image Is that the Raikouma?
Image We’re detecting three life signs!
Image Yes! They’re all safe!
Image I almost had a heart attack!
Image Let’s go get them. Daiku-Maryu, advance!

[Later, after they get picked up]
Image Welcome back, Kenji! Tsubaki! Kyo!
Image I’m glad all three of you are safe!
Image Yeah! For a moment, I thought we were about to get sealed away.
Image It seems the power of our feelings brought about a miracle.
Image The Rangoon, or rather the Great Bronze Bell disappeared along with Himika. She’ll never be revived again.
Image Well done, you three!
Image Heh. You must have a lot of free time to come all the way from the Minerva just to praise us!
Image You idiot! You think that’s the only reason I’m here?
Image It’s not?
Image Really now… I have something to give to Kyo.
Image Really? Then you should just have said so.
Image Hmph. Kyo, this should help you last a little longer. Now that we were able to analyze the Great Bronze Bell, we’ve created an improved version of your usual. Along with the data we have on the Festum and the Insania Virus, you should be good to go. Fight without worry!
Image Thank you. I once again dedicate my life to Earth.
Image Man, I can’t believe Kyo is actually an alien. That surprised me!
Image Huh? Kyo’s an alien?
Image He must be hallucinating. What happened in the Bell must have exhausted him.
Image That’s right! Don’t talk about your fantasies!
[Tsubaki smacks Kenji]
Image Oww! That hurt! What was that for!?
Image Kenji, you sure have a wild imagination.
Image Who knew a high school student could be such a child! Hahaha!
Image What the hell! You’re all ganging up on me for no reason! Fine! I’ll just stay quiet!
Image Heh…
Image …Now that Himika is dealt with, all that’s left is Ru-Cobol.
Image Before we fight Ru-Cobol, I’d like to get as much information as possible from Gazum’s memories.
Image I don’t mind as long as you don’t push them too hard. Other people’s memories are hard to sort through, after all.
Image I understand. If you feel like I’m going too far, you can stop me.
Image Cagalli is waiting for us on the Archangel. Let’s go over there.
Image Okay. Let’s take Rem to the Archangel.
([...]Elric to the Archangel.)
Image Everyone, meet on the Archangel's bridge in 10 minutes. Got it?
Image Roger!
[Almost everyone leaves]

(Angelica Route)
Image (The time has finally come to fight Ru-Cobol…)
Image Angelica.
Image Yes?
Image I was thinking… We shouldn’t give up until the very end.
Image What do you mean?
Image You heard what Kenji said, right? The power of feelings is stronger than anything.
Image Is it?
Image I’m sure the power of our feelings can create a miracle.
Image I wonder.
Image Of course it will!
Image Professor Sakon!
Image During the last battle, you two were deeply disturbed by Ru-Cobol’s words. That weakened your mutual trust and compassion significantly. As a result, you weren’t achieving even half of the Crystal Heart’s output.
Image I see! That’s why the Regret Buster didn’t work!
Image Ru-Cobol somehow learned of the Crystal Heart’s power. Perhaps he even fears that power.
Image Ru-Cobol is afraid of the Crystal Heart?
Image That’s why he was so focused on rattling you both mentally, causing your output to plummet.
Image So if we trust each other, we’ll achieve even greater power. We just need to believe with all our heart, just like Kenji and Tsubaki.
Image If it’s the two of you, you can do it. After all, you saved Rem together!
Image Sheldia…
Image It’s a bit frustrating, but I know you two can do it. Believe in the connection between your hearts! Got it?
Image Yeah. Thanks, Sheldia.
Image Just as Kenji and Tsubaki’s feelings sealed Himika away, with our feelings, we can save Dad. We can do it! Like how Saruwatari remained conscious even after developing Rabid Syndrome. Like how Van used his love for Elena as power.
Image Exactly! We’ll use the Solvrius Rex to unleash our feelings! That’ll save the Commander!
Image Yes!
Image Now, let’s go to the Archangel and hear what Rem has to say.
Image Okay!

(Sheldia Route)
Image (The time has finally come to fight Ru-Cobol…)
Image Sheldia.
Image Yes? What is it?
Image I was thinking… We shouldn’t give up until the very end.
Image What do you mean?
Image You heard what Kenji said, right? The power of feelings is stronger than anything.
Image Yeah…
Image I’m sure the power of our feelings can create a miracle.
Image I wonder.
Image Of course it will!
Image Professor Sakon!
Image During the last battle, you two were deeply disturbed by Ru-Cobol’s words. That weakened your mutual trust and compassion significantly. As a result, you weren’t achieving even half of the Crystal Heart’s output.
Image I see! That’s why the Regret Buster didn’t work!
Image Ru-Cobol somehow learned of the Crystal Heart’s power. Perhaps he even fears that power.
Image Ru-Cobol is afraid of the Crystal Heart?
Image That’s why he was so focused on rattling you both mentally, causing your output to plummet.
Image So if we trust each other, we’ll achieve even greater power. We just need to believe with all our heart, just like Kenji and Tsubaki.
Image If it’s the two of you, you can do it. After all, you saved Dad together!
Image Angelica…
Image It’s a bit frustrating, but I know you two can do it. Believe in the connection between your hearts! Got it?
Image Yeah. Thanks, Angelica.
Image Just as Kenji and Tsubaki’s feelings sealed Himika away, with our feelings, we can save Rem. We can do it! Like how even though Saruwatari was infected, he stayed conscious for Anna’s sake. Like how Van used his love for Elena to turn the tables.
Image Exactly! We’ll use the Solvrius Rex to unleash our feelings! That’ll save Rem!
Image Yes!
Image Now, let’s go to the Archangel and hear what Elric has to say.
Image Okay!
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Squad time! We’ve got 19+3 slots to work with. Solos are Van, Kira, Shinn, Gainer, Kazuki, Sven, Chief, Hatter, Ruuji, and Cagalli. Pairs are Mist/Angelica, Nero/Selene, Goh/Anna, Roll/A Kan, Kenji/Kyo, Hiroshi/Miwa, Gain/Maya, Daiya/Sheldia, Nouza/Lou, Fei-Yen/Ray, and Lee/Mu. Mandatory deployments are Chief, Hatter, and Fei-Yen.

This stage is an indoor map, so you don’t have to worry about space terrain ranks.

Last time, Himika was sealed forever. All that’s left is Ru-Cobol… Right?

For this scene, assume that Elric exposits the same things Rem does, because their dialogue is almost entirely similar and I don’t want to do it twice. I’ll mark any major differences.

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image How are you feeling, Rem? You don’t have to push yourself.
Image I’m fine. When I saw him, Ru-Cobol, my head suddenly went blank. I passed out, but my head got filled with Gazum’s memories.
Image So you know what they’re after?
Image Yes, if these memories are correct.
Image How are you feeling, Dad? You don’t have to push yourself.
Image I’m fine. If it’ll help us defeat Ru-Cobol, I’m fine with a little pain. Even though my body was under Gazum’s control, I still tormented you. It might be a blessing in disguise that some of his memories remain in my head.
Image So tell us. Who is Ru-Cobol?
Image That’s the most important thing.
Image Ru-Cobol is an evil spiritual lifeform formed from the evil hearts of an ancient race. His ultimate goal is the destruction of the universe itself.
Image He wants to destroy the universe?
Image That’s a bold undertaking.
Image But he’s doing it one planet at a time? That’s a slow way to do things.
Image Right. We don’t know how many planets there are in the universe.
Image The number is pretty much uncountable.
Image I don’t understand why he’s attacking planets like this. If he wants to destroy things, shouldn’t he just blow them up and move on?
Image Right now, Ru-Cobol is incomplete. 2000 years ago, he lost a devastating battle and was shattered. His shards secretly infiltrated the minds of the survivors of that battle. After they lost their home, that race migrated to various planets, unconsciously carrying “fragments” of Ru-Cobol with them. Ru-Cobol is currently searching for his “fragments” that are scattered across the universe.
Image So these “fragments” are pieces of Ru-Cobol himself!
Image If all the “fragments” come together and fuse, he’ll return to his original power and can destroy the universe in an instant.
Image But right now, he’s working on recovering his “fragments”, right? That must take a long time.
Image So then what’s Edax? Why would people follow someone who wishes to kill them?
Image Edax is an organization that collects “fragments”. All of its members are alter-egos of Ru-Cobol. Gazum, Ispail, and Verini were all originally parts of Ru-Cobol, so perhaps it’s only natural that they, too, wish for the destruction of the universe.
Image So they attacked Atreem and Bezard to collect “fragments”?
Image Yes. Atreem and Bezard were two of the planets the ancient race migrated to 2000 years ago. And then, once he obtained his “fragments”, he destroyed them.
Image He destroyed those planets because that’s his ultimate goal, correct? Why hasn't Earth been destroyed yet?
Image First, I need to tell you about the planet-destroying weapon, the Planet Crisis.
Image Okay. Go on.
Image The Planet Crisis is a weapon that crashes planets into each other on a space-time level, completely annihilating the targets. Furthermore, if any living creatures on the planets hold “fragments”, the “fragments” materialize and become his foot soldiers. Even if those soldiers die, they simply return to being “fragments”. If they live, they’re absorbed into Ispail, Verini, or Gazum, working their way up the chain until they reunite with Ru-Cobol.
Image How were these executives born?
Image Using possession as a medium, Ru-Cobol can fuse soldiers made from “fragments”. Then, combined with the malice of the “fragments”, a new lifeform is born that’s more powerful than the sum of its parts.
Image So that explains that.
Image Ispail is a collection of a lot of “fragments” of scientists. Verini was made from women and animals. Much like Ru-Cobol, they could absorb soldiers made of “fragments” and become stronger. In doing so, they become closer to Ru-Cobol.
Image So these bosses absorb these “fragments” with the intent to pass them onto Ru-Cobol eventually.
Image Unlike the Festum, humans originally have their own consciousnesses. They were combined to form Ru-Cobol, but he split them up again to form Edax, huh?
Image Kazuki, you understood it right off the bat?
Image We’ll go over it later. Let’s just listen for now.
Image Okay.
Image Gazum possessed me to absorb the “fragment” I had.
Image Why did they go through the trouble of possessing you? They could have just absorbed it, right?
Image “Fragments” have their own strengths. All the soldiers born from the Planet Crisis are the same, so you can only get so strong by absorbing them. But among the “fragment” holders, there are some who, over the course of generations, possess powerful “fragments”. If one absorbs such a “fragment”, it’ll take time, but they’ll become dramatically stronger. However, absorbing it this way may make you affected by the owner’s personality.
Image So in the process of getting closer to Ru-Cobol, there’s a risk of something unnecessary getting mixed in, right?
Image That’s what my memories say. That’s why Gazum chooses to possess people. It takes time, but eventually, Gazum erases the consciousness of the “fragment’s” host. That was their strategy to become closer to a completed Ru-Cobol.
Image Kyo once asked me “can you retrieve juice you spilled in the pool”.
Image I’m surprised you remember that, Kenji.
Image I’ll never forget anything involving food!
Image So the Commander was the owner of a power “fragment”, huh? Wait. If such a powerful mass of malice lurked in his heart, how could he activate the Crystal Heart? Gazum mentioned that we have “fragments” too. How can we use the Crystal Heart?
Image Come to think of it, Gazum had their eyes on us too.
Image Dad, your body has a “fragment”? But you were able to use the Crystal Heart, right? Gazum mentioned that we have “fragments” too.
Image I don’t know why I was able to activate it. Maybe it’s the result of mental training that I’ve been doing since I was young.
Image Gazum said something about us having “fragments”...
Image I believe Ru-Cobol suspects that you possess a “fragment”, so he’s trying to capture you alive.
Image …
Image From what you’ve said, you also have a powerful “fragment”, right?
Image It seems that way. Gazum had a hard time absorbing my “fragment”.
Image Could that be why the God’s Stone stopped activating whenever you got close to it?
Image Gazum’s memories don’t tell me that, but it makes sense.
Image Isn’t there a possibility that we might awaken as Ru-Cobol’s alter-egos?
Image Just because you have a “fragment” doesn’t mean you’ll wake up as him one day. You guys were fine when you were protecting Atreem, right? Ru-Cobol’s usual MO is, before he collects a planet’s “fragments”, he stimulates the “fragments” and plunges the planet into chaos. Then all living things that possess “fragments” would have their minds overtaken by malice.
Image I don’t know why I was unaffected, but maybe it has something to do with the fact that I was piloting a Crystal Heart-equipped mech?
Image Mist, the reason why you’re piloting the Revrius is because the Crystal Heart stopped working whenever another member of the Defense Force got close to it.
Image Huh!? That’s why they got annihilated?
Image We weren’t given details as to the state of the front lines, but it’s likely there was some intentional friendly fire. I don’t know why our “fragments” never woke up. Ru-Cobol might know something, but I can’t remember.
Image What’ll happen to Dad? Can he be broken free from Ru-Cobol’s control?
Image What’ll happen to Rem? Can she be broken free from Ru-Cobol’s control? Will she disappear someday?
Image I don’t know. I was saved because Gazum was weak. Ru-Cobol’s main consciousness is closer to his original form from 2000 years ago.
Image No…
Image It’ll be fine. Don’t worry. We’ll definitely save him!
([...]save her!)
Image Yeah…
Image Now I understand what Edax wants and where they come from. Next, can you tell us why Earth hasn’t been destroyed yet?
Image I can. I’m the only one who can.
Image Don’t worry about me. If I don’t speak, we’ll lose.
Image Sorry.
Image After Bezard was attacked a few months ago, Ispail went to Earth, where Mist was sent, and Verini was sent to the other Earth. When Ispail arrived on Earth, he was surprised by the amount of negative energy surrounding it.
Image Negative energy?
Image It’s an energy that the human heart creates when it’s consumed by anger, hatred, jealousy, and sadness. That’s not to mention the invaders’ evil hearts as well.
Image Not only was Earth targeted by various invaders, but fighting between Earthlings brought out the worst in everyone. The Earthlings’ hearts must have been the worst they’ve ever been.
Image I can understand that…
Image I couldn’t understand why humans hated and killed each other. I was even starting to hate Earthlings…
Image Ispail thought that this abundance of negative energy might be useful to Ru-Cobol. He helped the Darius Army and the Great Jama Kingdom spread chaos on Earth. As a result, the negative energy grew.
Image So that’s why Edax was lurking behind the scenes.
Image Along the way, Ispail saw the Revrius, the machine that cornered him a year prior. It seems he thought he could obtain its power. At least, that’s what Ru-Cobol thought he was thinking. Ispail was so preoccupied with plotting his rebellion that he forgot about his task to collect “fragments”. After all, Earth wasn’t a planet where that ancient race migrated to.
Image Speaking of Verini, why was she on our Earth? Was she looking for more “fragments”?
Image Yes. That was her original goal, but she couldn’t find any. Instead, she discovered something very interesting.
Image On our Earth?
Image The Soraite’s technology, Overmen… There are a lot of interesting things, right?
Image I’m referring to The Claw’s Time of Happiness plan.
Image That’s right. It was a system that would implant The Claw’s thoughts into our subconscious!
Image Exactly. Verini thought that if Ru-Cobol could use it, no one would be able to resist him. Plus, by applying the Fluid Control technology, he could create a localized Big Bang, providing the energy he needs to use the Planet Crisis.
Image You’ve got to be kidding me! That was the reason!?
Image That’s so annoying! How selfish of them!
Image It’s certainly unforgivable.
Image But Verini was defeated before she could do anything. Then Gazum came along and tried to finish what Ispail and Verini started, but they were killed too.
Image Are there others like Ispail and Verini?
Image Not anymore. Ru-Cobol absorbed anyone like that decades ago.
Image What happened to Ispail and Verini’s “fragments”? Their bodies were destroyed.
Image They may have lost their hosts, but their “fragments” should be floating somewhere around Earth. With Gazum gone as well, Ru-Cobol is trying to obtain new bodies that hold powerful “fragments”.
Image Even if we were to seal the “fragments” inside you and Angelica, would Ispail and Verini be revived?
Image They might still have some fragmented memories, but they were completely destroyed, so I think they’d be revived as different people. But ultimately, they’d be absorbed into Ru-Cobol, so that’s not really important.
Image Okay. I pretty much get the situation so far.
Image The remaining question is how to defeat Ru-Cobol.
Image Rem, you said that Ru-Cobol was defeated 2000 years ago. How did they do it?
(Elric, you said[...])
Image I don’t know… It’s not in my…in Gazum’s memories.
Image I don’t know. It’s not in my…in Gazum’s memories. But if our ancestors were related to Ru-Cobol, it’s safe to assume that they were able to defeat him. I don’t know how, though…
Image Tch. If we’d known how they defeated him, we could have an advantage.
Image If we use the power of the Solvrius Rex, just like how we defeated Gazum, maybe we can defeat Ru-Cobol’s main body without harming the host.
Image I think it’s possible, but it might only work if you had more power than you had against Gazum.
Image That’s certainly possible, but Ru-Cobol’s power is immense. Unless you can unleash more power than you did against Gazum, it’ll be difficult.
Image No way! After defeating Gazum, both of them collapsed from exhaustion.
Image If they used any more power, they might actually die!
Image …
Image But what if that’s the only way to defeat Ru-Cobol… The only way to save Dad…
Image …
Image But what if that’s the only way to defeat Ru-Cobol… The only way to save Rem…
Image Right. If our two lives can save the Earth and the Commander…
([...]and Rem…)
Image Don’t be stupid! No one wants that!
Image Besides, even if you exert enough power to kill yourself, there’s no guarantee that’ll kill Ru-Cobol. Instead of choosing a meaningless death, I think we should think of a way to win and survive.
Image Soushi…
Image How we defeat him is an issue, but before that, we need to know where the damned thing is.
Image Of course! Hey, Rem, do you know anything?
([...]Hey, Elric[…])
Image Rem, do you know where Ru-Cobol is?
Image Dad, do you know where Ru-Cobol is?
Image I’m sorry, but I don’t. I’ve been trying to remember for a while now, but… Ugh!
Image Rem!
Image Dad!
Image I’m fine. Just a headache.
Image That’s enough of that. As a doctor, I can’t push my patient any further.
Image But we still don’t know where Ru-Cobol is!
Image Garaga, do you really want to hurt someone in that much pain?
Image That’s right! You’re going too far!
Image F-fine. Don’t get angry.
Image As for Ru-Cobol’s location, we can only deduce it’s wherever the gate generator is.
Image Besides, he needs us, so he’ll come to us.
(Said by Sheldia in the other route)
Image If we don’t have any further clues, let’s head to their moon base. There might be something we missed.
[Beeping]
Image Incoming call!
Image On screen.
[Screen turns on]
Image I’m calling for help… The world is ending… The Earth and the Moon are disappearing… Can anyone hear me?
(???. Darkened. Phone)
[Disconnected]
Image What was that?
Image Where did it come from?
Image It’s coming from this point on the Moon!
Image What’s that? A huge crater?
Image Brother! That’s it!
Image Match confirmed. That’s the same coordinates as the “Hole on the Moon”.
Image “Hole on the Moon”? Oh, that’s where you guys came from!
Image We believe we arrived here through that point.
Image It suddenly disappeared, which is why we’re still here.
Image Is that why I don’t see anything there?
Image I miss home…
Image I’m sorry. I tried everything I could, but I couldn’t replicate the hole. It seems to work on a similar principle as the gates, but there’s something fundamentally different about it. They’re not using Edax’s gate generator.
Image But even so, I don't see this “Hole on the Moon”, let alone anything that could be sending a signal.
Image But that’s where the signal came from. I’ve triple checked it!
Image Could it be underground?
Image Maybe there’s an underground base?
Image I’m not detecting any heat or metal signatures.
Image All we can see are wrecks of mechs.
Image What’s your call, Cagalli?
Image Let’s go check it out. It’s the only lead we have. If we get closer, we might discover something new.
Image That transmission just now was scary. It said that the Earth and Moon are disappearing.
Image We need to act quickly.
Image Hey, Brother. What if our Moon were to disappear?
Image Then the “Hole on the Moon” would go with it. We’d lose our chance to ever return home.
Image I’d hate that!
Image Don’t worry. There’s no need to panic. We won’t let the Earth or Moon be destroyed. I mean, that’s what we’re fighting for.
Image I know.
Image I wish you’d be more concerned about this Planet Crisis thingie.
Image Priorities change depending on your position~
Image We want to protect your world too. Make sure you fight hard so you can go back.
Image I’m always serious! ALL OR NOTHING! Everything is for the sake of our worlds and our friends!
Image Okay. Let’s head to this supposed “Hole on the Moon”.
[Beeping]
Image Is it the same call as before?
Image No, it’s not. It’s a Virtuaroid ID signal! Putting it on screen!
[Screen turns on]
Image This is Cliaria Vystein, Knight of the White Rainbow. If it’s not a problem, I’d like to rendezvous with you.
(Phone)
Image The White Knight!
Image It’s been a while, Hatter.
Image White Knight, I need to confirm something. Do you know about Tangram?
Image I do. Tangram’s distress code is being broadcast on all accessible bands. I’m sure you were drawn by her voice and are heading to the “Hole on the Moon”.
Image White Knight, it seems you’ve finally realized that our world is different from yours.
Image I apologize for my lack of understanding regarding the current situation. The accuracy of the false intel supplied by Dymon has increased. Our conventional filtering methods have become too weak to keep up. I’m prepared to make amends for any rudeness based on this misunderstanding. Will you accept that?
Image Oh? What a gentleman. I should take notes.
Image Why are you still pretending to be a gentleman, Gain!?
Image Thanks for the input. Let’s at least listen to what this White Knight lad has to say.
Image I’ve restored contact with my original world and completed all necessary updates. Everything is fine. However, the Transition that occurred via this gate is unprecedented and extremely unique.
Image When we were thrown through space-time gates, we found the insides of it to vary drastically. Perhaps this “Hole on the Moon” is also unstable when one goes through it. Sometimes it takes an instant, sometimes longer. Maybe it’s something like that?
Image I’ve experienced that exact same thing!
Image Listening to you, it seems like the “Hole on the Moon” itself has malicious intent.
Image Is Tangram’s distress signal authentic?
Image There’s no doubt about it. Tangram is certainly weakened, but she’s risking everything by devoting all her power into making contact with us.
Image Hey, what’s this Tangram?
Image Tangram, the Space-Time Casualty Control Mechanism. Its main function is a series of--
Image Leave the techno-talk for later! If Tangram is in danger, we need to act!!
Image R-really?
Image Hatter is correct. Under the current circumstances, we should rush into the “Hole on the Moon” and secure Tangram before she falls into enemy hands!
Image But when we checked earlier, we couldn’t find the “Hole on the Moon”. Well, I guess we’ll find out when we get there.
Image I don’t really get it, but I’ll take your word for it. Captain Ramius, full speed ahead!
Image Roger. Archangel, launch!

[Some time later]
Image We’ve reached the coordinates.
Image As we thought, there’s nothing resembling a gate.
Image So there’s no “Hole on the Moon”? But the White Knight has to pass through something, right?
Image I did…
Image So it left as quickly as it came.
[Beeping]
Image Incoming call. It’s the same thing as earlier, but stronger!
[Screen turns on]
Image Everyone… Open the door… Come to me… Quickly…
[Alarm]
Image A distortion in space is occurring in the center of the crater!
Image Brother! This is…
Image …The “Hole on the Moon”!
Image Now… Go through this gate… Trust me…
Image As you just heard, the “Hole on the Moon” is believed to be extremely unstable. Everyone, brace for impact!
Image Okay. Let’s dive right in!

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image We’ve passed through successfully!
Image The Daiku-Maryu is right behind you.
Image W-what is this place? It’s completely different from when we last came through!!
Image Darkness as far as the eye can see…
Image This isn’t a trap, is it?
Image Please don’t be.
[Beeping]
Image Heat sources dead ahead! It’s Virtuaroids!
Image So it was a trap!
Image !?
Image We’re inside of a fortress.
Image When did we get inside of a building?
Image What!? It’s pitch black outside!
Image Don’t be scared! Anything can happen in space, right?
Image Miriallia?
Image Unknown!
Image Same here! When did we get lost in a place like this?
Image Don’t panic, DaCosta. What do you think we should do?
Image Oh, right! Let’s deploy!
Image Exactly. Captain Ramius, we best deploy immediately.
Image Understood.
Image All right. Everyone, deploy! Let’s see what happens!

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Chapter 34: Heaven’s Thunder

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Image Shadows!
Image It looks like there are some pretty big names here.
Image Representative Athha, we needn't fall into an enemy trap. We should retreat!\
Image No. I don’t think Tangram’s SOS was a trap. Besides, our escape route is cut off.
Image Huh?
Image The exit is gone!
Image So this is a one-way street, eh?
Image Since it’s come to this, we have no choice but to advance! Everyone, launch!

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Deploy the troops!

Image We’ll get through these small fry and find Tangram! Good luck, everyone!
Image EVERYBODY! LET’S GO!

GET READY for the last new unit of the game!

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[Temjin Type a8]
A stronger version of Chief’s Type 747J. The only real difference is his combo attack has a slightly shorter range. The Type a8 joins extremely late, but it’s already good to go without any further upgrades or skills.

Cliaria’s theme is the banger In the Blue Sky ‘01. Slightly different from Chief’s In the Blue Sky, which makes sense, since they’re both in Temjin-types.

This is a very basic indoor stage. Advance and kill all the enemies. There are no bosses to worry about and reinforcements only spawn when all current enemies have been shot down. Barring minibosses, all enemies are Virtuaroids in pairs, so use those combo attacks to weaken them.

Image I still don’t know what Tangram is, but she said something about the destruction of the Earth! We need to find out more! Let’s keep moving forward!

(Angelica Route only)
Image If Tangram is related to space-time control, she should tell us something about this gate!

(Sheldia Route only)
Image Let’s trust the Virtuaroids and hurry to Tangram’s location! If we do that, something good might happen!

The plot continues when all current enemies have been shot down.

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Image More of them!
Image I also see two of those Jaguarandi guys!
Image They just keep coming…
Image They’re giving us a warm welcome!
Image They can chill out!
Image It’s fine if you move your mouth, but if you don’t move your hands, you’ll get killed.
(Said by Athrun if no GXS secret)
Image Let’s hurry, everyone!
(Said by Kira if no GXS secret)

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So along with more Virtuaroids, we’ve got two Jaguarandis and two Z-Gradts as minibosses. Watch out for their MAP attacks. Just gotta go the long way around.

Anyway, the final wave spawns when these chumps have been shot down.

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Image W-what are those!? New models?
Image What are those round, toy-like things?
Image Are they enemies?

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Image Are you okay, Lulu!?
Image We’re fine!
Image Contrary to how they look, they’re quite skilled.
Image There aren’t many of them! Let’s get rid of them quickly!

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I wouldn’t call them bosses, but the last enemies of this stage are 3 Dymon Worms and 3 Dymon Arms. They don’t have any MAPs, but they do have the Combo level 2 skill, so they can attack two unit pairs at the same time. Watch out and burst them down quickly.

Image From that attack just now, these guys have more power and durability than normal Virtuaroids! If that's the case, then I’ll just have to adapt!

(Angelica Route only)
Image Are these new models from Edax? The design and feel are different… What’s going on?

(Sheldia Route only)
Image These guys are creepy as heck. I’ve never seen anything like this before. I’ll have to watch how they move before fighting!

The map ends when all enemies have been defeated.

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Image All enemies have been defeated!
Image Those last ones were really creepy!
Image They weren’t Virtuaroids.
Image Miriallia! Scan the surrounding area. Check for anything that might be the source of the signal!
Image Roger!

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image Everyone… You’re here… Welcome…
(???. Darkened. Phone)
Image W-what’s that voice?
Image A giant heat source is appearing ahead of us!
[Something warps in]
Image Another round thing has appeared! It’s bigger than the last one!
Image Tangram!
Image You’re as round as ever~
Image Welcome, everyone.
(Tangram. Virtual-ON. CV: Kikuko Inoue)
Image Is that really you, Tangram?
Image If you’re calling me that… Yes, you must be MARZ. I’ll answer. I’m Tangram. Dymon is holding me prisoner in this world.
Image Dymon?
Image Daimon, how could you!?
Image I figured someone would make that joke, but why did it have to be you!?
Image I’m just kidding. Don’t get so mad.
Image Dymon is the ghost of an ancient civilization lurking in cyberimaginary space. Or perhaps, it’s the noise generated from it. At some point, it began to show a negative tendency towards interfering with humanity. It has evolved into an evil entity plotting the collapse of the entire universe. MARZ was established to exterminate Dymon.
Image Oh my! Did you know that, Brother!?
Image Even if I did know, I wasn’t at liberty to reveal it.
Image W-what!? Was I the only one who didn’t know!?
Image Shut up and listen!
Image Perhaps Lilin, MARZ Commander Lilin Plajina, realized my connection to the “Hole on the Moon” and sent out an elite squad, believing you were strong enough to destroy Dymon.
Image Is Dymon the cause of the chaos plaguing Earth?
Image If that’s the case, that’s quite a sudden reveal.
Image Dymon isn’t directly involved with your Earth, but it used me to control the “Hole on the Moon” and your gates.
Image You controlled the gates!?
Image So you, Tangram, were the gate generator the entire time?
Image That’s not accurate. Edax already possessed a gate generator system. I was being used to connect your world to Darius and the Virtuaroids’ home world.
Image As MARZ explained earlier, Tangram is a Space-Time Causality Control Mechanism. In other words, her main function is designed to control the intertwining of events in parallel worlds. She has the ability to swap any event between different worlds. In short, she can connect different worlds with gates. Dymon stole that function and misused it.
Image How did you manage to escape Dymon’s control?
Image Your suspicions are justified. The truth is, I lack a source within me that would allow me to know. It seems Dymon is both manipulating me and letting me free. It was my sole decision to lead the White Knight to this world and return Sgt. Hatter to ours. I had nothing to do with the Three Rose Sisters or Shadow VRs. It’s confusing, but that’s the situation.
Image Looks like there’s not much we can do…
Image We can’t solve every problem we run across.
Image Tangram doesn’t even know if Dymon is controlling her or not…
Image Dymon could be secretly manipulating Tangram as we speak? That’s scary.
Image Once in the past, I was able to teleport the Daiku-Maryu from Darius to the surface of the Moon on my own initiative. Do you remember that?
Image From Darius to the Moon? Now that you mention it, that did happen.
Image Oh right! That’s after I was frozen inside Gaiking and everyone saved me!
Image That was when Proist revealed their true identity and announced an all-out attack on Earth.
Image We were sent to the Moon, where we met Sgt. Hatter!
Image So that was you…
Image Yes. Sgt. Hatter got captured and was about to be executed, so I intervened.
Image You saved my life!
Image Hatter, did you admit to getting captured?
Image What!? ARGH! Stop bringing that up!
Image Tangram, what did you mean when you said the Earth will soon be destroyed?
Image It’s due to Ru-Cobol’s plot. If you do not defeat Ru-Cobol as soon as possible, that is the only future that awaits you.
Image Even if you say that…
Image We don’t know where he currently is.
Image And we don’t even know how to defeat him.
Image Ru-Cobol isn’t perfect. His strength can also be his weakness.
Image In other words…
Image We have a chance?
Image What is it!? Tell us!
Image The only way to find out is for the parties involved to investigate.
Image Huh?
Image We will now begin a review of the events on Atreem one year ago regarding Ru-Cobol…and his weakness…
Image Wait a sec! What are you doing!?
[Fade to white]
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Squad time! We’ve got 19+4 slots to work with. Solos are Cliaria, Van, Gainer, Shinn, Kira, Kazuki, Chief, Hatter, Cagalli, Sven, and Ruuji. Pairs are Mist/Angelica, Nero/Selene, Roll/A Kan, Hiroshi/Miwa, Kenji/Kyo, Goh/Anna, Gain/Maya, Daiya/Sheldia, Lou/Nouza, Ray/Fei Yen, Ray/Rei Mii, and Lee/Mu. Mandatory deployments are Chief, Hatter, Fei-Yen, and Cliaria.

Last time, the squad got an SOS from Tangram, warning us that they’re in danger from a being known as Dymon.

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[???]
Image W-what the? This battlefield is…
Image It’s the battle at Atreem a year ago! I see remains of Edax robots!
Image I see Mist’s robot!
Image That’s not mine. That’s the Commander’s Revrius. If I recall correctly, I was following him… Look, you can see me over there.
Image So it must have been after I left the front lines…
Image Look! I see Ispail over there!
Image His mech looks a bit different from before…
Image Dad’s cornering Ispail. Just a bit more. You got it, Dad!
[Beam firing sounds]
Image Yeah… We cornered Ispail…
Image Look, I can see an aura around that mech. Isn’t that the same thing that frightened Ispail?
Image That’s the Crystal Heart’s energy. I guess he used the same technique I did.
[Teleport sounds]
Image What’s that!? Something large suddenly appeared behind Ispail!
Image It looks almost alive.
Image It’s similar to Ru-Cobol’s mech.
Image It’s not just the design that’s similar. The atmosphere around it is too.
Image That’s right. I sense the same presence.
Image So it was Ru-Cobol who defeated us back then…
Image The newcomer and Ispail seem to be talking. Is there any audio?
Image Ah. The Commander stopped moving!
Image This is when he makes his suicide attack…
Image So this is it…
[The screen flashes green]
Image It’s glowing.
Image What an incredible light! It’s brighter than the Solvrius Rex!
Image That’s right… And then he charges at the enemy boss. It seems like they were talking to each other, but I couldn’t make anything out. But what produced that output must be the sense of justice that Professor Sakon was talking about. I wonder what he was saying…
Image Wait. I can hear something!
Image (Flashback) I don’t care about my life!! UOOOOOOOOOH!! I’M TAKING YOU WITH ME!!!
Image Dad was prepared to sacrifice his life to protect Atreem…
[The screen flashes yellow as there’s a massive explosion]
Image Ahh! Dad!
Image That was really powerful.
Image Look! That robot took a lot of damage!
Image But it’s still moving. It’s about to attack.
Image Ahh! Everything went white right when it was about to hit!
Image That must be the dimensional rift that I was caught up in. This is as far as my memory goes.
Image So from now on it’s all new… Ah, Ru-Cobol is gone!
Image Ispail retrieved Angelica’s Dad’s robot!
Image So this is when Edax captured him… Dad… But this is different from what Mist told me. Where’s the clue in how we can defeat him?
Image Does that mean we can’t win even if we fight with a righteous heart? The same thing will happen…
Image Wait! The reason we lost last time was because they were emotionally unstable, right?
Image But even if Mist was in peak condition, he’s still not able to defeat Ru-Cobol. That much is clear from watching this.
Image It’s highly likely that the energies of justice and compassion aren’t enough to defeat Ru-Cobol’s machine… But that attack did frighten him. Plus, even though that attack was more powerful, it was from a normal Revrius instead of the Solvrius Rex…
[The screen flashes]

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image The event review is completed. You can now search within the event to find a way to defeat Ru-Cobol.
(Phone)
Image So, you think you can be saved, lost rats in a maze!?
(Dymon. Virtual-On. CV: Norio Wakamoto) (Phone)
Image W-what’s that!?
Image Tangram’s voice changed!
Image I’ll explain, you dumb rats. My name is Dymon!
Image Dymon!?
Image Hmm… I never thought we’d have to face off here!
Image Tangram was a fine enough bait to lure in my prey.
Image Ah…
Image Hey, what are you talking about!? WHATCHU MEAN!?
Image Everything was part of my plan, even Tangram’s “escape”.
Image Then why did you let Edax use her?
Image Because it was fun! Her struggle with Edax was extremely effective in maintaining my control! Hahahaha!
Image You knew about it and still let it happen!?
Image So the system that Edax couldn’t master wasn’t Tangram…
Image It was you, Dymon, who was controlling the gates using Tangram!
Image I can’t believe no one noticed! Dammit.
Image The only miscalculation was that some stray dogs infiltrated the group of rats… MARZ dogs…
Image Too bad. Underestimating things can be fatal.
Image That’s right! You and your old man voice should be more humble!
Image That goes without saying. One must face the situation head-on and welcome the chaos. In the end, Tangram’s intervention triggered a disturbance in events that inflated the number of unexpected VRs.
Image My… My existence is a lie…
Image It wasn’t a lie, foolish bait! You can still be useful to me! Now, bring about your own destruction! AHAHAHAHAHA!
Image GODDAMN! You’re so annoying!
Image He’s right! I want to sock you!
Image I hate to give advice to someone like you, but excessive bluffing is embarrassing, Dymon.
Image Oh?
Image You speak as if you had Tangram under your control, but the truth is that you can’t send her back to cyberimaginary space, and that is your weakness!
Image !
Image Tangram is essential to completing the Event Collapse Fortress. No matter what you’re planning, we have the opportunity to stop you!.
Image Hehehe… You’re quite right. I’ll admit it. My objectives and priorities have shifted. Tangram has become my pawn in the real world to buy me time.
Image I knew it.
Image What? That was all a bluff!?
Image But everything is going according to plan. You traveled through space countless times due to Tangram’s intervention. You’ve fought countless battles. Maximum chaos is inevitable!
Image No. We’re bringing the chaos to an end. We will defeat Ru-Cobol! Once we do that, your plan will fail!
Image We’re taking Tangram back!
Image Hehehe. You rats have no right to make such demands.
Image What!?
Image There’s a way of life befitting a rat. You and Ru-Cobol will resist and fight until you rot away and burn your tiny lives. This feast has been prepared for that purpose. War is a sad, yet beautiful thing. I hope you enjoy it!
Image Enjoy what?
Image I’ve been listening to you for a while, but you make no sense! Don’t brag just because you think you’re smart!
Image Putting Van’s idiocy aside, we won’t let it end like this!
Image I’ll teach you what reality really is!
Image Now, let the feast begin! Even filth can be beautiful when it crumbles into pieces. Have fun and scatter your lives, rats!

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Chapter 35: Another Sphere

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Begin by deploying the troops! You can see the large army we have to fight on the left screen.

Image Look! That round mech was one of Dymon’s allies!
Image Looks like it.
Image Hey, White Knight! I’m tired of worrying about the details! Let’s destroy Tangram to get rid of Dymon!
Image We can’t! Tangram is involved in the laws of time and space. If we destroy it, who knows what impact it’ll have on this world, no, all parallel worlds!
Image So what’s the plan? If we don’t do something, it’ll never end!
Image I agree! SHOW ME THE PLAN!
Image Destroy me.
Image Huh!?
Image The me you see before you isn’t the real me. Associations are confused and the truth is hidden. The me you see here is merely a wedge in this world. If you destroy me as I am now, the constraints of this space will be erased and Dymon will lose his right to exist in this world.
Image I see. Everyone! Destroy Tangram. Free her from this world!
Image So destruction is OK!?
Image OK!!
Image Now that I know that, I won’t hold back!
Image I’ll beat you and Dymon into dust!
Image Hehehehe… If theory was easy to put into practice, no one would have any trouble!

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The boss for this stage is Dymon Tangram. The full name of the sphere is “Super Space-Time Casualty Control Mechanism Tangram”. It doesn’t have any HP regeneration so work your way up and kick its round ass. Between us and it are a boatload of VRs, including several Z-Gradts and Jaguarandis. Watch their MAP ranges. You can either rush Dymon or methodically work your way northward.

Enemy reinforcements spawn when there are 20 enemies remaining or Dymon hits 50% HP.

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Image Hey! More of them keep spawning!
Image You face a dilemma. As long as Tangram exists, the number of my pawns is infinite. In the end, the fate of rats is one of injury, defeat, and death! HAHAHAHA! How sad!!
Image This is gonna be tough!
Image The odds are certainly against us.
Image At this rate, we’ll run out of energy! What should we do?
Image There’s no point in thinking about it! We have to charge!
Image That’s not possible!
Image But we don’t have any other options!
Image As simple-minded as ever.
Image What a pain.

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Kentaro Koyama - In the Blue Sky ‘01
Image Ahh! They’re…
Image The Three Viper Sisters!
Image Not viper! Rose!
Image Sorry, if you’re being held prisoner! Let’s ignore them!
Image That’s right! We don’t have time to fight you!
Image Aren’t you just Edax’s minions anyway?
Image Don’t get the wrong idea. That was just a disguise to hide from the world that our goal is to kill Dymon!
Image You took us seriously? Lame!
Image I don’t really get it, but can I consider you ladies allies?
Image Oh my. “Ladies” isn’t grand enough. Call us princesses instead.
Image Cut the crap! Let’s just get started already!!
Image What’s going on? Are you taking us both on!?
Image You won’t get away with this!!
Image Dymon is our prey to begin with!

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Image SHBVD!
Image You remember us? I’m Gill! Lieutenant Gill!
Image You bastards. Are you breaking your oath to Dymon!?
Image Don’t take it personally. The situation has changed.
Image The truth is, we’re on bail after being accused of treason!
Image Our pardon is conditional on us joining forces to defeat Dymon!
Image We’ll defeat you and regain our pride!
Image Hahaha. How foolish.
Image We’ve gained unexpected allies!
Image Absolutely UNBELIEVABLE!
Image Don’t call us allies. We simply share the same goal.
Image No friendship circles or anything!
Image We’re gonna do our own thing!
Image HA! I thought so!
Image Even if they’re not in our chain of command, at least they’re fighting with us against Dymon!
Image Everyone, once again, give us your strength!
Image You don’t need to tell me that!
Image Hahaha… No matter how many rats there are, you’re still rats!

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Joining us as uncontrollable NPC allies are the three Rose Sisters and the two SHBVD chuckleheads. They act as a fine enough distraction, so try not to let them snipe any kills. You’ll need as much money as possible for the finale!

Here are all the first battle dialogues.

Image It’s finally time for my big moment!! Maybe I’ll finally get serious!

Image Commander Lilin… As a member of MARZ, I will take on my true mission!

Image Just wait, Tangram! I’ll drive Dymon right out of you!!

Image Tangram… Now is the time to break you free!

When there are 10 enemies remaining or Dymon hits 50% HP, another wave spawns. If you get Dymon to 50% HP without triggering the previous wave, that wave will be skipped, but the NPC VRs spawn with this wave.

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Image Dammit! More reinforcements!
Image You fools. We’re inside the “Hole on the Moon”! It’s futile no matter how much you resist!
Image Don’t worry about the weaklings! Focus on Tangram!

Here are the lines against Dymon.

Image Dymon! I won’t let you have your way! We’ll defeat you, and then Ru-Cobol!
Image Hehehe. You can’t beat Ru-Cobol. Ru-Cobol can’t beat you. There are no winners or losers. This war will continue forever!

Image Hey, punk! Stop acting like you’re the mastermind behind everything! I’ll teach you a lesson for acting all high and mighty!
Image Hahaha! There’s nothing anyone can teach me! Be ashamed of your own ignorance!

Image The Mimetic Beasts, the Festum, the Darius Army, and the Great Jama Kingdom are all dealt with! Just when I thought there was no sense behind all these invasions, it turns out you were the one pulling the strings!
Image How weak.
Image Excuse me?
Image Chaos is not created by a single source. You’re choosing to make one of your enemies a scapegoat. That way of thinking shows how weak you really are!

Image You helped Edax out, which caused the Darius Army to get cocky and mess up the world! I’ll never forgive you!
Image Hahaha! The one who decides who gets forgiven is me, Dymon! Let me tell you something, I’ll always forgive myself!

Image I don’t know who you are, but I don’t like how you do things!
Image Likes and dislikes are the standard for determining what’s right and wrong. Your thinking is so small, you’re like a rat among rats!

Image We’re approaching a peaceful world! We won’t let someone like you get in our way!
Image Peace is purchased with the lives of others. You should know that there are sins that even the deepest of sinners fear!

Image Stop interfering in our world!
Image That’s right! Go back to that cyberspace-thingie!
Image Hahaha. The shrieks of rats are quite pleasant when there’s a lot of them!
Image I won’t let you trample on the peace we’ve been fighting for!
Image We’re going to drive you out of our world! Let’s go, everyone!

Image The ultimate training begins now. Prepare yourself!
Image Face me, MARZ dog!!

Image I normally wouldn’t have time for you, but this one’s special just for you!
Image Hahaha! It’s true. I am special!!

Image THIS IS HATTER!! No one will stand in my way!!
Image How foolish. You are powerless before Tangram! Learn your lesson!

Image Dymon! I, Cliaria Vystein, Knight of the White Rainbow, will erase you!
Image It’s a shame that your glory is only possible because of me, White Knight.

Image Do you know how much pain we’ve endured to get to this point? Do you understand how sad and empty fighting is!?
Image You who seek solace, if you remove your anguish, you’re naught but an empty shell!

Dymon doesn’t have a second phase or recover HP in any way. The map ends when you shoot the giant sphere down.

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Image Hehehe. You think you’ve won? I can heal that kind of damage in an instant… Or not!? Why am I not healing? Tangram! Are you resisting me!?
Image Now, everyone. Free me from this space-time!
Image Stop! If you do that, we’ll both…
Image But even if we can destroy it with our weapons, will that really free Tangram?
Image It’s our turn! Right, my friends!?
Image You don’t need to tell me that. Let’s begin the ultimate training!!

Kentaro Koyama - In the Blue Sky

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Image Damn you, Tangram! If you’re destroyed, it’s impossible for me to remain in this space-time. I have no choice but to retreat. However, MARZ, Anbel IV, and SHBVD dogs, we will meet again someday. This victory will cost you dearly. AHAHAHAHAHA!
[Dymon explodes]
Image Of course Dymon got away!
Image Disappearing during training… That’s a serious attitude problem.
Image Heh. So Dymon promised to meet us again. He can take his sweet time!
Image We won! Lieutenant, we can return to our unit!
Image You idiot! Tangram’s gone and Dymon got away. How can you call that a victory!?
Image Oh come on…
Image By the way, how are we supposed to get out of here?
Image Hey, look over there!

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Image Tangram came back!?
Image I thought she was destroyed?
Image What does this mean?
Image I’ve been released from this place and Dymon has vanished. Thank you, all of you.
Image Did you rematerialize?
Image I must return you all to your worlds.
Image You can send us back?
Image Yes.
Image I’d like a raincheck on that.
Image Eh? Why’s that, Chief?
Image Our current mission is still ongoing.
Image Yeah, that’s right! We can’t go home until we’ve settled things with Ru-Cobol!
Image I knew you’d say that. I understand. I’ll stay here until you’ve finished your mission. It’s the least I can do for what I’ve done by helping Edax.
Image Thank you.
Image You have precious little time left. I’ll send you to Ru-Cobol.
Image Wait a minute. First, we need to repair the damage we took during this battle.
Image Plus, we still don’t know how we’re going to beat him. You helped us find a clue, but my guess is that we have around 10 days before he destroys the Earth. I know that you’re also in danger of annihilation, but…
Image I understand. Just let me know when you’re ready.
Image Great. Everyone, return to the ship and begin repairs and resupplying immediately! Professor Sakon, tell me about this 10-day theory.
Image Very well.

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image The Three Rose Sisters and SHBVD VRs, I’d like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your help.
Image Well, these things happen.
Image That’s not good enough!
Image Don’t lump me in with those wenches!
Image Hey, Vipers! Tell me, why did you join Edax?
Image We’re not vipers, but roses.
Image ???
Image We have our own circumstances. As Lady Anbel’s Roses, we must accomplish the mission given to us no matter what. Between the “Hole on the Moon”, Tangram, and other issues, it’s rare for our interests to coincide.
Image I guess we just ran into each other at the wrong time.
Image It’s not like we didn’t want to fight you, though.
Image Amen, sister! We were also tasked to contact Dymon while looking into Edax.
Image I thought you were only interested in money.
Image Shut up! We have our own circumstances too!
Image So you’re not denying it?
Image Ugh…
Image Well, our work here is done.
Image I see no reason to stay.
Image I know you hate to see us go.
Image Sgt. Hatter, you said before that you won’t return until you defeat Ru-Cobol. Is this true?
Image Of course it is. Right, Brother?
Image Ru-Cobol needs some intense re-education.
Image We’re staying until it’s all over!
Image Sarge… Chief… Fei…
Image Thank you!
Image If it’s not a problem, I’d like to accompany you.
Image Are you sure? Don’t you have another mission?
Image My mission is to maintain order around the Moongate. If Edax still poses a threat through the “Hole on the Moon”, then this is merely part of my duties.
Image It all depends on how you frame it. You’re quite the man, Cliaria.
Image I appreciate the compliment.
Image Understood. We accept your offer.
Image Well, good luck! We’ll be leaving now.
Image Sorry to leave you hanging.
Image I’m bored!
Image I’ll teleport you back to your original world.
Image Please do!
[The screen flashes as the Rose Sisters and SHBVD are sent home]
Image They’re gone.
Image Now, let’s prepare for the final battle against Ru-Cobol!
Image By the way, you mentioned you found a hint to defeating Ru-Cobol?
Image I did. The vision Tangram showed us on the battle at Atreem gave us a crucial clue.
Image What is it? How can we defeat him!? Did the Commander’s words tell you anything?
Image You’re half right, but relying on that method is unacceptable. We’re going to take another approach to avoid your death. I’d like to examine the Revrius’ Crystal Heart one more time. Mist, Angelica, can you help me?
([...]Mist, Sheldia[...]
Image Of course.
Image I’ll help you with anything!
(Said by Sheldia on her route)
Image (I assumed it based on the battle data, but Elric’s words finally confirmed it. The Crystal Heart unleashes a fearsome power when given the emotion of self-sacrifice, but if one wishes for that, the pilot will lose their life in exchange. Mist and Angelica fought unaware of that and only suffered severe exhaustion. If they exerted any more power, they would surely lose their lives. I cannot allow them to die like that. My pride won’t let me!)
([...]Mist and Sheldia[...])
Image (The final battle is approaching. No matter how powerful Ru-Cobol is, I will absolutely defeat him and save the two Earths! I’ll seize the future!)

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This is part one of two.

This is the final chapter of Super Robot Wars K. The epilogue will be its own update.

Final squad time! We’ve got 21+2 squads to work with. Solos are Gainer, Shinn, Van, Cliaria, Kira, Kazuki, Chief, Ruuji, and Sven. Pairs are Mist/Angelica, Nero/Selene, Gain/Maya, Goh/Anna, Hiroshi/Miwa, Roll/A Kan, Daiya/Sheldia, Kenji/Kyo, Cagalli/Rey, Nouza/Lou, Lee/Mu, and Koji/Puria. The last mandatory deployments are Mist and the chosen heroine.

As a heads up, this map’s terrain is entirely considered space. Make appropriate preparations.

If you’re curious, my top 3 kills on both save files going into this stage are Kira (282/297), Van (235/265), and Shinn (169/221).

Last time, we saved Tangram from Dymon and were given a clue on how to defeat Ru-Cobol once and for all.

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image We’ve passed through the “Hole on the Moon” and emerged on the lunar surface.
Image Incoming call from Tangram.
Image On screen.
[Screen turns on]
Image Ru-Cobol has been located. The two Earths have very little time left. Please hurry… When you’re…ready…contact…immediately…bring…veryone…-Cob…
[Disconnected]
Image Connection has been lost.
Image That’s not a good sign. It seems Tangram’s very existence has begun to waver.
Image Time itself has begun to waver.
Image We need to hurry!
Image As long as we do our best, results are sure to follow!
Image I agree. God’s will comes to those who do their best. As long as we strive to attain that, I would be satisfied.
Image Right now, Tangram is the only one who can bring us to Ru-Cobol. We need to find a way to achieve victory before she disappears.
[Beeping]
Image Captain! Incoming distress call from Earth!
Image A distress call? Where exactly is it coming from?
Image Um… The entire planet.
Image What!?
Image Earthquakes, tsunamis, and severe weather patterns have been observed all over the globe! This is terrible!
Image This is just as I feared…
(Phone)
Image Miriallia! Connect us with Dannar Base!
Image Roger. On screen.
[The screen turns on]
Image Is that you, Archangel?
(Phone)
Image Dr. Aoi! What the hell is happening!?
Image We heard a disembodied voice, then every single kind of natural disaster started happening at the same time!
Image The voice said, “my name is Ru-Cobol. In 10 Earth days, this planet will be destroyed. Consider these natural disasters to be a sign of your destruction. If you want to stop this, try to defeat me. That is, if you can even reach me.” Everyone who heard it fell into despair. It’s hard to fight against nature itself, and we don’t even know where this Ru-Cobol guy is!
(Phone)
Image We’ve found out where he is. We’re even ready to go face him, but we need some more time to get our trump card ready.
Image Wait, really?
Image After we finished off the Great Jama Kingdom, we discovered what is essentially the admin for the gate generator. To make a long story short, she’ll send us to Ru-Cobol’s location.
Image I’ll send you a report later. We’ve learned a lot about Edax. These natural disasters are a sign of a planet-destroying weapon called the Planet Crisis. This also relates to what I was planning to tell Representative Athha about this 10-day time limit. From the data I found and from Mist and Angelica’s testimony, Atreem was destroyed 10 days after the natural disasters started.
Image W-what did you say!? Ru-Cobol’s declaration wasn’t a bluff?
Image These natural disasters are indicative of the Planet Crisis’ operation. If this continues, both Earths will eventually collide with each other through a massive gate. According to Mist, the Earth will be enveloped in a bright light and disappear.
Image …
Image And the only way to stop it is to beat this Ru-Cobol individual?
Image That’s if we can believe what he says. If you look at it another way, we have 10 days to save the Earth.
Image Dr. Aoi, we’re heading back to Dannar Base. Until we’re able to defeat Ru-Cobol, we’ll work on saving lives.
Image Understood. We’ll continue our investigation until then.
[She hangs up]
Image Ru-Cobol is finally attacking us directly.
Image I wonder if Earth will be all right…
Image We have 10 days until the planet is destroyed.
Image There’s no point dwelling on it. Let’s get to Earth as soon as possible.
Image Wait a sec. I’m worried about my Earth too.
Image Our Earth might also be affected by earthquakes and tsunamis! The Time of Happiness plan caused a lot of damage already. Everyone must be at their limit!
Image Please let us check on our planet! Please!
Image I am worried about the other Earth too…
Image Cagalli, I’d like to take the Daiku-Maryu to the other Earth. Is that okay?
(Phone)
Image Lulu?
Image The people from the other Earth must be extremely worried.
Image We were just talking about that. We can’t use gates, so I’d like to avoid wasting time by splitting up…
Image I don’t think they’ll be able to fight their best without at least checking it out.
Image If we do go, I’ll give Zuri a few more hyperspace communicators. There’s a huge gate between Earths right now, so we should still be able to keep in touch.
Image Okay. Have the Daiku-Maryu head to the other Earth. Anyone who’s worried about their home should move to the Daiku-Maryu immediately.
Image Thank you, Cagalli!
Image Ruuji, let’s head over now!
Image Yeah!
[Ruuji and Rei Mii leave]
Image Okay. Once everyone has moved, the Archangel will return to Dannar Base!

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image Kagemaru, how’s the situation in each area?
Image We’ve dispatched rescue teams, but we’re short on staff everywhere. The staff at each country’s bases and related facilities can’t possibly handle all the refugees.
[Beeping]
Image Doctor, incoming call from Secretary General Hester Gallop.
Image On screen.
[Screen turns on]
Image Dr. Aoi, it’s been a while.
(Phone)
Image I never thought you’d call us again. So, what do you need?
Image You know the crisis Earth is facing right now, correct?
Image I know exactly what’s happening.
Image The Alliance is conducting rescue operations for those affected by the disasters. We’re short-handed due to the battle with the Festum. We’d like to ask for your help. Will you help us?
Image I’d be happy to help, Secretary General Hester.
Image Thank you, Dr. Aoi. I appreciate it.
Image Requests for help like this are always welcome. We may have fought in the past, but let’s work together for the sake of the Earth.
Image Indeed.
Image By the way, have you asked Orb or the PLANTs for help?
Image N-not yet…
Image This isn’t the time to be stubborn. You bowed to me, so bow to Orb and the PLANTs.
Image There’s no need to bow your head. I… No. Orb will be happy to help.
(Phone)
Image Yuna Roma Seiran!
Image Orb will use all available resources to aid in rescue operations. If we just watch while the planet is in danger, Cagalli will be pissed.
Image Acting Representative Seiran… I’m truly grateful.
Image However, Orb is also exhausted from all the fighting these days. I wonder if that’ll be enough…
Image That’s true…
Image In that case, the PLANTs will also help.
(Phone)
Image L-Lacus Clyne!
Image (Meer… You’re doing great.)
Image Hester.
(Phone)
Image Dr. Shiba! Why are you with Lacus Clyne!?
Image That’s not important! Are you going to accept Lacus’ offer or reject it!?
Image You’re not going to start talking about Naturals and Coordinators are you?
Image That’s right. We’re all Earthlings. Let’s help each other and overcome this crisis together! For the future!
Image I… I understand. Let’s forget our past grievances. We need to step into a new era.
Image Good. With that decided, let’s get to work! I’ll contact the bases in each country and tell them to work with Orb, the Alliance, and the PLANTs.
Image We’ll keep in touch.
Image Let’s do our best, everyone.
Image Thank you so much. I look forward to future cooperation.
[They all hang up]
Image Things are about to get busy.

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image We’ve finally made it through the clouds.
Image And straight into a terrible storm.
Image I can barely see anything out the window.
Image Damn Edax. They’re serious about destroying the Earth!
Image I hope everyone on Tatsumiya Island is safe through these storms…
Image The island was constructed with consideration of random typhoons. They’re fully prepared. Don’t worry, Kazuki.
Image That’s reassuring to hear.
Image But that’ll only help for a while. Unless we deal with Ru-Cobol, they’ll eventually run out of power.
Image If we don’t defeat him quickly, it won’t just be Tatsumiya Island that’ll be in trouble.
Image But we haven’t come up with a way to defeat him yet. There is one, right?
Image What do you think, Mist?
Image There has to. We know that Ru-Cobol is weak against the mental power generated by the Crystal Heart, but I don’t know if we can generate enough of it to win.
Image Hey, don’t bring the mood down!
Image Ah, sorry. I’m just saying that Professor Sakon and I are working on it.
Image Should you really be here instead of doing that work?
Image I was just curious about what was going on outside, so I came to take a look. I’m going back to continue my research. Professor Sakon gave me some homework which should help while he’s on the other Earth. See ya!
[Mist leaves]
Image Will he be okay?
Image Don’t worry about him. He’s the kind of guy who gets things done when it comes down to it.
Image Captain, we’ll be arriving at Dannar Base shortly.
Image Understood. Miriallia, contact them.
Image Roger. Dannar Base, please respond. This is the Archangel.
[A screen turns on]
Image Representative Athha, there you are. We just picked you up on our radar.
(Phone)
Image We’ll be arriving shortly. Requesting permission to land.
Image Granted. You may land when ready. By the way, where’s the Daiku-Maryu? It’s not on the radar.
Image The Daiku-Maryu is checking on the other Earth.
Image It might be getting hammered by natural disasters too. Sara and Gainer were very worried.
Image We’re fighting for both Earths. We need to know what’s happening over there.
Image I understand. This Earth is currently extremely busy rescuing refugees. We’ll need all of your help if possible, so please hurry back.
Image Roger. Captain Ramius, let’s hurry to Dannar Base!

Image
[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image Excuse me? Yuna really said that?
Image Yeah. He impressed me. Consider me a fan.
Image I… I see…
Image (Perhaps he manned up after all the crap he went through?)
Image The Alliance, Orb, and PLANTs are working together to save civilians. If you asked me yesterday, I would have thought that was impossible.
Image Earth is entering a new age…
Image More or less.
Image By the way, how are the evacuations going?
Image Thanks to our quick response, both rescues and evacuations are progressing smoothly.
Image Last I checked, there have been no fatalities.
Image I hope we can find a way to beat Ru-Cobol soon.
Image Well, yeah. Even though no one’s died so far, that can change at any moment.
Image We have to leave figuring that out to Professor Sakon and Mist. In the meantime, let’s do what we can to save as many lives as possible.
Image Mist, you carry a heavy burden.
Image I know that. Right now, Revrius’ computer is analyzing the Crystal Heart’s reaction values. The calculations Professor Sakon asked me to do will be finished soon. Once that’s done…
[Beeping]
Image Incoming hyperspace transmission! It’s from the Daiku-Maryu!
Image Lulu! How’s it looking over there?
Image The situation here is pretty dire too. Earthquakes, tsunamis, tornados… Name a natural disaster and it’s happening at the same time.
(Phone)
Image So it’s the same thing as over here, huh? How’s the damage?
Image Overall, terrible. But fortunately, no one’s died yet.
Image It seems the London IMA has been working hard, led by Asuham’s lackey.
(Phone)
Image In Siberia, the chaos is at a minimum thanks to Duke Medaiyu of Wulgusk and the songstress Meeya Laujin.
(Phone)
Image I’m telling you, don’t work for free!
(Louvre Won Dara. King Gainer. CV: Masako Chiba) (Phone)
Image Don’t worry about the money. If everyone’s dead, I wouldn’t have any business.
(Meeya Laujin. King Gainer. CV: Yumiko Nakaishi) (Phone)
Image You’re the reason we missed Yapan’s Ceiling!
Image We have to stay ahead of Yapan’s Ceiling, so it all works out! Look, more people are gathering!
Image Your world’s divas are certainly different from ours.
Image Oh, you underestimate me! Meeya, why are you singing!?
Image That’s what the audience wants!
Image …It is what it is.
Image So that’s how Siberia is doing. What about Area Zi?
Image Don’t worry about Area Zi. We at Digald are taking responsibility for their safety.
(Boller. Zoids. CV: Go Shinomiya) (Phone)
Image Sorry, who are you?
Image He’s Major General Boller, an advocate of peace and the leader of Digald after Jiin’s death. He’s also my mentor.
(Phone)
Image I apologize that we’re meeting like this, Major General Boller.
Image It’s fine. Anyway, that’s the status of Area Zi.
Image Regarding the tsunamis, this woman named Catherine who was part of Yapan’s Ceiling covered entire cities with a stretchy fiber, minimizing flood damage.
(Phone)
Image I think she made this fiber on your Earth.
(Phone)
Image I can’t believe those two’s research protected people from natural disasters. I sure have a good eye for talent.
Image Maybe they’re developing even more amazing things!
(Phone)
Image But it seems the damage isn’t as bad as we thought. That’s a relief.
Image But Earth itself is in a terrible state due to the disasters. Isn’t there anything we can do about that?
Image For now, focus on ensuring the safety of civilians.
Image But if Earth is destroyed, we won’t have any place to go!
(Phone)
Image The main issue is that we still don’t have a way to beat Ru-Cobol.
(Phone)
Image About that… Is Mist there?
(Phone)
Image Present!
Image Have you finished those calculations yet?
Image No, not yet. It’ll be done by the time you return.
Image All right. The answer to that calculation will determine the spiritual feeling values required to defeat Ru-Cobol. Please make sure the answer is accurate.
Image Roger!
Image By the way, Cagalli, I have to ask you a favor.
Image Go ahead.
Image I’ve just sent over documents for a device we’ll need to fight Ru-Cobol. I’ve asked Commander Makabe on Tatsumiya to begin creating it immediately.
Image What kind of device is it?
Image It’s an expansion module for the Siegfried System. I need it installed on everyone’s mechs.
Image So they’ll be able to use the Siegfried System too?
Image Yes. In the upcoming battle, we need to unite everyone’s hearts. Also, is Dr. McGriff there?
Image I’m here. What do you need?
Image Take a look at this document I just sent over.
Image This is the Voiture Lumiere?
Image Close, but not quite. I used your paper as a reference. Could you please create this too?
Image Yes, of course. What is it used for?
Image It’ll be installed on the Daiku-Maryu.
Image Why?
Image What purpose does it have?
Image I’ll tell you the details in person. If the natural disasters keep escalating, the planet itself might be beyond repair. Even if we save the planet, the damage will be immeasurable. That’s why this system needs to be completed ASAP.
Image We’ll get on that.
Image We’ll start heading back to you. See you soon.
[They hang up]
Image Okay. Start manufacturing the device that Professor Sakon requested immediately! Thanks in advance, Dr. McGriff.
Image Of course.
Image The mechanics will support Dr. McGriff!
Image Roger!
Image Just leave it to us!
Image Let’s get Dad involved too!
Image Great idea.
Image Contact Professor Yumi. Dr. Aoi, can you call Tatsumiya Island?
Image Okay. Send them a message!
Image Ma’am!

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[Alvis, Percival Room]
Image I understand. We’ll begin manufacturing the system immediately.
Image A system that utilizes the Siegfried System to synchronize the pilot’s feelings, huh… What’s the intent with this system?
Image We won’t know until we hear from Professor Sakon. Apparently, it’s essential for defeating Ru-Cobol.
(Phone)
Image Ru-Cobol, eh? I read the report you sent us. He seems formidable.
Image Yes. That’s why we need this system.
(Phone)
Image Sorry to ask you this, but we’ll need this ready in under a week. Otherwise, we’ll all die.
Image Understood. We’ll use every resource we have to complete it.
Image Thank you.
[Kiriko hangs up]
Image Well, let’s get started. Even though I’m old, I have to prove I’m still useful.
Image Thank you.
Image Tamotsu, come help me!
Image Sir!
Image (Mamoru… Your dad is doing his best for you.)
[Ikumi and Tamotsu leave]
Image We’ve finally reached the point where we can coexist with the Festum. We can’t let the world end like this!
Image Yes. We have to do what we can to save it.

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[Dannar Base, Hangar]
Image Professor Yumi! We’re about to make the final adjustments to the particle accelerator. Would you like to watch?
Image Of course. I’m surprised we’ve done this much in just a few days. It took us no time at all.
Image We’re working as fast as we can!
Image It’s wonderful to see you working so hard, Hayashi.
Image Come on, Morimoto! You’re making me blush!
Image You idiots! Flirt after we’re done!
Image I appreciate your enthusiasm, but make sure you get proper rest. Making mistakes due to exhaustion would be devastating.
Image Roger!
Image Okay, Professor Yumi. Follow me.
Image Okay.
Image Selene, I’d like you to check the structural calculations for the reflection system.
Image Let me see…
[Computer beeping]
Image Increase this coefficient by 70% and recalculate. According to Professor Sakon’s simulation, the psychic energy absorbed by the Voiture Unit will be more powerful than the propulsion beam.
Image Got it. I’ll recalculate it.
Image …It’s strange, isn’t it? Coordinator and Natural engineers are working on the same project together.
Image You’re right. A little while ago, we were trying to kill each other. Now we’re trying to avoid being killed ourselves.
Image It’s it a bit too early to talk like that?
Image He’s right. The gap between Coordinators and Naturals isn’t easily bridged.
Image But at the very least, we’re working towards a future where both sides can understand each other and walk hand in hand.
Image It’s not enough to fight against a common foe.
Image There might not be much we can do, but we must continue to fight for the future we believe in.
Image I agree.

Image
[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image Doctor, the Daiku-Maryu is requesting permission to land.
Image They’re finally back. Open the gates!
Image What took them so long?
Image Apparently, Professor Sakon had something important to do before they could leave, so they stopped in Lyman on their way here.
Image Lyman was where the Siberian Railway’s HQ was, right?
Image Why did they go there?
Image The Siberian Railway used Muscle Engines to lay their rails. Using those as a foundation, we can build a more stable hyperspace communications network. We’ll harness the power of Overmen to defeat Ru-Cobol.
Image Dr. Aoi, let’s hold a strategy meeting once we land. I’ll explain the plan there.
(Phone)
Image Understood. I’ll gather the troops.
Image Thanks.
Image …And there you have it. You can ask him yourself.
Image Got it.
Image We’ll begin the strategy meeting as soon as the Daiku-Maryu arrives! Everyone, assemble in the command center!
Image Roger! I’ll call everyone up to meet here immediately!

[Some time later]
Image The work seems to be on schedule. At this rate, we should be able to do a test in the next three days.
Image I also got word from Tatsumiya Island that their work will be done by tomorrow.
Image Excellent.
Image Professor Sakon, how is all this going to help defeat Ru-Cobol? Can you explain in detail about these systems you’re having us build?
Image Let me explain. The other day, when we encountered Tangram, she gave us a vision of Ru-Cobol fighting a Revrius on Atreem. At that time, that Revrius was able to damage Ru-Cobol all by itself.
Image Yea. Its power was incredible.
Image If we give a number to the power you generated when you killed Gazum a 10, Elric’s Revrius was a 12.
Image A 12!? All by himself? That’s amazing!
Image But it’s impossible to generate a 12 without combining into the Solvrius Rex. And yet, he was still able to do that, if only temporarily. That’s because he manifested a specific emotion, much like when Mist defeated Ispail and the Selius went out of control. The emotion of “self-sacrifice” must have been the key.
Image Now that you mention it…
Image So if he fights with the determination to die, he’ll be able to reach a 15?
Image That’s an easy way to put it.
Image Can the Solvrius Rex even reach a 15?
Image Yes. It’s not only able to reach a 15, but if both pilots have that same emotion, it can even reach a 30. As I said earlier, the Solvrius Rex’s power ceiling is theoretically infinite.
Image Infinite!?
Image So this’ll be a piece of cake. Let’s go kick his butt already!
Image It’s not that simple. They almost died with a 10, remember?
Image I doubt they could even hit a 12 and live, let alone a 15 or 30.
Image How inexperienced.
Image Ugh…
Image You’re absolutely right. If they fight with the mindset of sacrificing themselves, there’s a chance they could generate enough power to kill Ru-Cobol.
Image So it’s just a matter of willpower! We got that in spades!
Image However, they’ll die with 100% certainty.
Image What!?
Image You’re kidding, right? Is that an attempt to lighten the mood?
Image I’m dead serious. Even if they managed to live, they wouldn’t be sane. Moreover, even if we defeat Ru-Cobol, it’s unlikely that we could completely kill him. It’ll end up being the same as the battle 2,000 years ago.
Image That strategy is unacceptable. Right, Cagalli?
Image Exactly.
Image So I thought of a way to save their lives and defeat Ru-Cobol with absolute certainty. That’s the system that I had Dr. McGriff and the people of Tatsumiya Island build.
Image How will it help us?
Image Ru-Cobol’s weakness is the mental power that activates the Crystal Heart. In other words, it’s “love” for others. The Solvrius Rex is equipped with a weapon that turns love into power. The greater the power, the more damage it’ll inflict on Ru-Cobol.
Image So it’s similar to Gaiking.
Image Much like Gaiking, only those with an aptitude for it can use the Crystal Heart.
Image Like Angelica and me.
Image And Dad.
Image Don’t forget about me!
Image So we only have four potential users.
Image If we pool the emotional power of those four, we might be able to defeat Ru-Cobol. As I said before, there’s a chance that you’ll die. That’s where Ispail’s converter comes into play.
Image Now that you mention it, didn’t Ispail also use a Crystal Heart?
Image He said it converted the wavelength of his soul.
Image Good memory. I got the idea that we could repurpose his research.
Image So we’ll be using our souls to power it?
Image We’re not spiritual lifeforms, though.
Image Don’t worry. The reason why Ispail had to use his soul was because he was an incarnation of Ru-Cobol. He’s the polar opposite of the Crystal Heart’s energy. In other words, if we used Ispail’s converter, we won’t need to have the aptitude.
Image So that’s how you're able to solve the problem of finding users and alleviating the risks?
Image Yep. In fact, that converter was built into the Serkerius. It seems Ispail was experimenting with it.
Image We have one already?
Image So what’s the plan with this corn butter thingie?
Image You really don’t understand something that simple?
Image You calling me stupid?
Image Both of you, listen to what he has to say!
Image Fine…
Image Sorry for the interruption. Please continue.
Image Moving on. I analyzed the converter and the spiritual energy of Earthlings, Dariusians, and the people from the other Earth. I discovered a way to generate a power that the Crystal Heart will react to.
Image So if we use that energy…
Image We can generate enough to defeat Ru-Cobol!
Image Exactly.
Image You’re amazing, Professor!
Image And if we all pitch in, Mist’s life won’t be in danger either.
Image That’s amazing!
Image But gathering enough spiritual energy won’t be easy. We’ll need to unite everyone’s hearts and desire to defeat Ru-Cobol.
Image So we’re going to use the Siegfried System to synchronize everyone?
Image Then we’ll pour all that energy into a modified Voiture Unit…
Image …And use the converter to make it usable with the Crystal Heart!
Image Correct. However, even if we gather everyone’s energy, the amount of power we can generate will probably only reach a 15.
Image What!? All that for a 15!?
Image The energy that’ll come out of the converter will be far weaker than it should. Plus, the Siegfried System we’re adapting is based off of the prototype used in Operation Azure. So if even one person is wavering…
Image That feeling will spread to everyone and we won’t be able to defeat Ru-Cobol…
Image Yes.
Image Then there’s nothing to worry about! I doubt anyone here will waver!
Image Garaga’s right! Our hearts are one! We’ll win!
Image For the sake of both Earths, let’s gather everyone’s feelings…
Image …And smash them into Ru-Cobol!
Image I can feel everyone’s hearts coming together as one.
Image I can feel it too. It’s strong.
Image Yes. Strong and warm…
Image Maybe there’s no need to worry.
Image Ru-Cobol… We’ll defeat you and save both Earths!
Image …
Image Are you okay, Angelica?
Image Yes, of course I am. I told you that I’ve made up my mind.
Image If you say so.
Image I’m not doubting you or anything, but are you really okay? You look sad.
Image Right now, Ru-Cobol is in her father. It would be difficult to stay positive.
Image You’re right. I’m sorry.
Image No, I’m the one who’s sorry. I guess I couldn’t hide it… I’m sorry for worrying you.
Image …
Image Are you okay, Sheldia?
Image Yes, of course I am. I told you that I’ve made up my mind.
Image If you say so.
Image I’m not doubting you or anything, but are you really okay? You look sad.
Image Right now, Ru-Cobol is in her sister. It would be difficult to stay positive.
Image You’re right. I’m sorry.
Image No, I’m the one who’s sorry. I guess I couldn’t hide it… I’m sorry for worrying you.
Image If it’s too hard for you, maybe you should sit this one out?
Image That might be for the best. A little wavering would cause us to fail.
Image No, we can’t do that.
Image Why not? I don’t want her to fight her father.
([...]her sister.)
Image The Solvrius Rex is absolutely necessary for this operation. We need both Crystal Hearts to resonate with everyone’s energy.
Image So without the Solvrius Rex, we can’t deliver the final blow.
Image I know how difficult this is for you, but you have to endure it and prepare to fight.
Image It’s fine. As I said before, I’m prepared. Even if we fail to save him, I’ll have no regrets. This is a battle to protect my new home’s future.
Image You’re strong. I’m sure your father, captain of the Defense Force, would be happy to hear your determination.
Image …
Image (Angelica…)
Image We’re counting on you, Angelica. The future of the Earth rests on your and Mist’s shoulders.
Image Yes…
Image It’s fine. As I said before, I’m prepared. Even if we fail to save her, I’ll have no regrets. This is a battle to protect my new home’s future.
Image You’re strong. I’m sure your sister would be happy to hear your determination.
Image …
Image (Sheldia…)
Image We’re counting on you, Sheldia. The future of the Earth rests on your and Mist’s shoulders.
Image …
Image Everyone, return to work. Complete this system as soon as possible!
Image This meeting is over. Dismissed!

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[Dannar Base, Hangar]
Image It’s amazing…
Image A wool scarf? And a long one at that…
Image We made it long enough so everyone can wear it together.
Image You all did that?
Image Of course. I helped too!
Image I probably shouldn’t have, but I ended up helping too.
Image It’s spectacular.
Image I suppose so. After all, this scarf belongs to you pilots.
Image It’s a gift from us to you. See, each and every one of your names are embroidered on it.
Image That’s really nice. Though with all those names, I’m finding it difficult to find my own.
Image I don’t see my name anywhere. Why wasn’t I included?
Image Well, you’re not a pilot…
Image Why did you come to this Earth anyway? Shouldn’t you have stayed in Lyman?
Image I came because I heard you were unveiling something.
Image Good grief. That’s the annoying part about people who want to join us in the field.
Image Anyway, I’ll let all the pilots know about the scarf before the mission. I’m sure it’ll raise morale.
Image It’ll also be useful in strengthening everyone’s bond.
Image We made this without knowing the details of the mission.
Image Coincidences are scary.
Image I don’t intend to use this scarf as an aid in unifying our wills. It’s just a gift from everyone who can’t fight. It’s best not to attach any more meaning to it than that.
Image You’ll be a good leader one day.

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[Dannar Base, Hangar]
Image And we’re done!
Image Done over here too!
Image All of us are done.
Image Now we can do a Crossing with all the pilots through the Siegfried System.
Image I think you’re aware of this, but this is different from a conventional Crossing. It’s a system that gathers and controls the power generated by the mind.
Image A lot of mental power will be concentrated here. I believe it’ll put you under a considerable strain, Soushi.
Image I’m aware of that.
Image Let’s do a startup test. Come with me.
Image Yes.
[Tamotsu and Soushi leave]
Image All that’s left is for the Voiture unit to be completed.
Image Yes. The installation is complete, but we still need more time for the final adjustments. If the psychic power’s inducement value is incorrect, it won’t send anything to the Solvrius Rex, let alone convert the energy efficiently enough.
Image I’d like to test it before we deploy if possible.
Image We’ll have to forgo any tests.
[Shaking]
Image W-what was that? An earthquake!?
[Shaking]
[Alarm]
Image This is an emergency! A major abnormality has occurred in the Earth’s crust! All personnel, be on high alert!
Image Something happened to the crust!?
Image What’s going on?
Image It’s all over! The end of the world has come!
Image Morimoto! Stop being so pathetic!
Image R-right!
Image Everyone, let’s go to the command center!
Image Roger!

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image Doctor! What’s happening!?
Image What do you mean something is happening to the Earth’s crust?
Image It’s exactly that. The Earth’s crust is starting to break. The countdown to the end of the world has begun!
Image Impossible. We should still have two more days left!
[Beeping]
Image Incoming call on the emergency line! It’s Tangram! What’s a Tangram?
Image On screen, now! We’re about to be destroyed! If Tangram is calling us, then something serious must have happened!
Image Roger! Putting it on the screen.
[Screen turns on]
Image I’ve confirmed Ru-Cobol is doing something. The moment he’s done collecting the negative energy from the Earth, it’ll be destroyed. Hurry. We’re out of time.
(Phone)
Image Earth will be destroyed!?
Image Representative Athha, what’re your orders?
Image At this rate, we’re doomed!
Image Even with this happening, as long as the anti-Ru-Cobol system is incomplete, we can’t challenge him.
Image Better to die in battle than die here.
Image Professor Sakon, how long will it take to finish?
Image We just need a few more hours for the final adjustments.
Image Even when it’s done, we can’t use it in combat without testing it first.
Image We’re running out of time.
Image I guess we’ll have to test it on the field.
Image Tangram, how long will it take for Ru-Cobol to finish?
Image It could be anywhere from a few hours to a few minutes.
Image You’re kidding!
Image The only thing left to do is to buy us some time by fighting him.
Image Buy time?
Image We’ll challenge Ru-Cobol to disrupt his energy gathering. While we do that, Professor Sakon will complete the system. Once it’s done…
Image We’ll smash Ru-Cobol!
Image Exactly.
Image Worst case, we only have a few minutes left. Like Hiroshi said, we have to buy as much time as possible.
Image But we don’t have our trump card. Going into battle now is…
Image I know it’s reckless. Would you prefer we just wait to be killed, Vice Captain Rosa?
Image No…
Image Everyone, you heard the story! We’re about to face Ru-Cobol earlier than expected. Once the system is complete, we’ll have our chance of victory, but we can’t wait for that to happen! If you’re willing to entrust your lives to me despite knowing that, then let’s go!
Image I told you before, our resolve will never waver!
Image We’ve done plenty of reckless things until now. Like hell this is gonna scare us!
Image If we can buy enough time for the system to be finished, we’ll win, right?
Image What’s there to be afraid of?
Image You got that right.
Image So you’re saying “I want to fight Ru-Cobol so I don’t have to fight anyone else.”
Image I believe in Professor Sakon! Let’s go, Cagalli!
Image I believe in him too!
Image Thanks, everyone. I can’t just stand here. I need to get to work!
[Sakon rushes out]
Image Representative Athha, it seems we’ve reached a decision.
Image I know how you all feel! Attention all personnel! Prepare for combat! We’ll deploy in ten, no, five minutes! Tangram, teleport us all to Ru-Cobol in five minutes!
Image Okay. Five minutes.
[Tangram hangs up]
Image The time has finally come… Ru-Cobol, we’re coming for you!
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This is part two of two.

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Final Chapter: From the Heart…

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Deploy the troops for the last time.

Image What!? How did you get here? I see. It was Tangram. Enough with this futile resistance. It doesn’t matter. You’re nothing but a puppy playing before my feet. With a swift kick, you’ll run away screaming.
Image Shut up, Ru-Cobol!
Image Even if you call us puppies, we’ll show you that our fangs are sharp when it comes to protecting what’s important to us!
Image HAHAHAHA! How fun. There’s no need to rush. It’ll be fun to play with you, at least for a little bit.
Image Professor Sakon, it looks like Ru-Cobol has taken the bait. Please hurry!
Image I just need a bit more time! I’ll get it working when it’s time to use it!
Image Come, pups. I’ll bring you some playmates.

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Image There’s quite a few of them…
Image I see Bio Kentros and Bio Triceras!
Image Also the Alliance’s Mobile Armors!
Image I see the more annoying Haniwa Genjins!
Image And the Hyper Iron Beast that froze me!
Image He’s even brought the Edax executives’ machines!
Image Why are you so surprised? We already have the data of these machines. All we have to do is create them.
Image Even if you say that…
Image It shouldn’t be that easy!
Image Now then, you’re the ones who want to play. Let’s have as much fun as possible!
Image This isn’t the time to be relaxed! We’ll show you what we’re capable of!

Before we begin, remember how I mentioned at the very start of the game that this game has three pieces of plagiarized music? The first from Warcraft II and the second from Lufia II? The map theme for the finale is that third track, The Battle With Magus from Chrono Trigger. I could not find the “official name” for this game.

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Welcome to the finale! The only objective is to kill Ru-Cobol in his Gustatio. Between us and him are nothing but minibosses. There’s even the three executive mechs. Ignore those three, but use the others to build your morale as you get closer. Try to leave some enemies alive, as Ru-Cobol has a nasty MAP attack. However, he won’t use it if any of his allies are in range. Plus, he also has two actions per turn, so he will blast the entire army with two MAPs if you let him. At least this phase won’t move.

Whenever there are 8 enemies remaining, reinforcements arrive on both flanks. This will happen infinitely.

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Image Enemy reinforcements!
Image Damn you, Ru-Cobol. So you can make as many as you want!

Anyway, here are the lines against Ru-Cobol’s first phase. Ru-Cobol’s overriding battle theme for his first phase is Edax.

Image Ru-Cobol! I won’t waver anymore! I’ll defeat you with the power of the Crystal Heart!
Image Can you really kill me, who has taken the appearance of your mentor Elric?
Image Can you really kill me, who has taken the form of Rem, whom you loved like a little sister?
Image I told you I won’t waver! Even if it means going to Hell, I’ll defeat you myself!

(Angelica Route)
Image Angelica, are you trying to kill your father?
Image I won’t be fooled by your words any longer! I’ve decided to fight you! You are Ru-Cobol, an enemy seeking to destroy the Earth!
Image I see. Then shoot your beloved father!

(Sheldia Route)
Image Ru-Cobol! I’ll get revenge on you on behalf of my father for Gazum’s torment!
Image You, too, are an owner of a “fragment” that has adapted to the Crystal heart. I would love to obtain it.
Image “Fragment”? Adapted? You won’t be taking anything from me!

(Angelica Route)
Image Your subordinate, Gazum, caused Rem a great deal of trouble! I’m going to make you take responsibility as their boss!
Image You, too, are an owner of a “fragment” that has adapted to the Crystal heart. I would love to obtain it.
Image You’re not listening to me at all! Now I’m pissed! I’m going to beat you up now!

(Sheldia Route)
Image Big Sis, you’re attacking me? You wouldn’t do that, would you?
Image You’re not Rem! I’ve made up my mind to kill you myself!
Image I see. Then shoot your beloved sister!

Image I won’t let you wipe out our precious Earth!
Image Foolish Earthling. If you just let yourself be destroyed, you wouldn’t have to suffer so much. I’ll make you regret defying me!
Image Sorry, but I pride myself on being stubborn!

Image Anna saved me from turning into a monster. That’s why I must make her happy! For the sake of our bright future, I will defeat you!
Image Happiness? Future? Don’t be ridiculous. All that awaits you is suffering and destruction!
Image I refuse that fate! I will seize the future with my own hands!

Image Our Earth isn’t just inhabited by humans! Dariusians live here too! I won’t let you destroy it!
Image It doesn’t matter who lives there. I’ll destroy everything. Earth will disappear from the universe!
Image Shut up! The only one who’s gonna disappear is you!

Image How vicious can you be, trampling on a planet and destroying it?
Image How is that bad? Weakness is a sin. The unjust must be punished.
Image What!? You think you’ll shut me up by confusing me!? Let’s use our fists to determine who’s right and wrong!

Image I’ll reach Yapan and start a farm with Sara. That’s the future I desire! I won’t let you ruin our happy future!
Image What kind of happy future is that? Bring me this Sara. I’ll send you both to Hell together!

Image I’m just an Exodus specialist. I didn’t sign up to save the Earth!
Image In that case, let me help you with that. Enter an endless sleep!
Image No thank you! I’d rather carry this burden than die!

Image My battle is over. I have no obligation to fight you… But if my planet disappears, I’ll have nowhere to live. That’ll be annoying.
Image Then you can die with it. That way, you won’t have to worry about where you’ll live.
Image Sorry, but I don’t want to die yet. That’s why I’m fighting to kill you and save my world!

Image Ru-Cobol! I don’t know how many planets you’ve attacked so far, but I won’t let you lay a finger on my home!
Image Heh. I don’t even need to touch it in order to destroy it. Don’t underestimate my power.
Image I won’t let that happen! I’ll risk my life to protect Mirodo Village!

Image Ru-Cobol! You have belittled Tangram for your own selfish gain. I must give you, the head of Edax, a thorough reeducation!
Image You’re a VR from another world… How unfortunate. Will you rot away in this world because you interacted with Earthlings?
Image Save your nonsense for after your reeducation is complete! Commencing MARZ ultimate training, Final X!

Image Evil spiritual lifeform Ru-Cobol! I, Hatter, am here to crush you!!
Image I feel it… The negative emotions rising inside of you.
Image This is a once-in-a-lifetime treat. Feel it as much as you want! And remember, what you’re feeling is the essence of my rage!!

Image We’ve travelled all over the place in space, but…
Image We’ve never encountered an evil creature like you.
Image You make space pirates look lovable.
Image Heh. I’ll take that as a compliment.
Image That’s no compliment, Ru-Cobol! Dangaioh will protect the future of the Earth! Come!

Image Earth is entering a new era. An era where Naturals and Coordinators can understand each other. I won’t let you get in the way of that!
Image Naturals and Coordinators, huh… Thanks to their hatred and murder, I’ve gathered a huge amount of negative energy. You make me laugh!
Image Laugh if you want, but I believe that such an era will come. That’s why I fight!

Image With Naturals and Coordinators joining forces, Earth’s humanity is about to take a new step forward. I won’t let that hope be erased!
Image What can a powerless Earthling even do? Your race’s history ends today!

Image We fought the Festum in the Arctic and obtained the key to a future where we can coexist. I won’t let you steal that away!
Image The key to the future? Rubbish. I’ll give you a more useful key… The key to the doors of Hell!

An event happens when Ru-Cobol hits 50% HP.

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Image Is that all you’ve got? I need more entertainment. You’re using us my precious time.
Image He’s strong. Even with all the damage we’ve inflicted, he’s still…
Image I guess normal attacks aren’t enough.
Image I thought we could buy enough time to defeat him!
Image Professor Sakon, is it ready yet!? Hurry!
Image I’m almost there. Just a little more time! It’ll be done soon!
Image Got it! We’re counting on you, Professor!
Image Come on, give me all you’ve got! Make me get serious!
Image I don’t need you to tell me that! This is a fight to the death!

The Gustatio is at full health again, but just keep up the pressure. The plot continues when you shoot it down.

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Image You’re quite stubborn. To think I’d have this much difficulty against Earthlings.
Image His movements are getting slower!
Image Professor Sakon, are you done yet!?
Image Sorry for the wait! We’re ready! Everyone, press that new button inside your cockpits! That will activate the new system!
Image A new button? You mean this one?
Image New button… Okay, I pressed it!
Image Soushi, activate the Siegfried System’s expansion function!
Image Got it. It’s on.
[He presses the button]
Image Gah! What’s this powerful wave that’s resonating with my brain!?
Image That’s the mental power of all the pilots. You must gather it all together and concentrate it in the Voiture Unit that’s attached to the Daiku-Maryu!
Image Soushi! Are you okay?
Image I won’t lie, this hurts like hell… But if it’s to protect the Earth, I’ll endure it!
Image Minashiro!
Image Well said, Soushi!
Image Come on, everyone! Unite our hearts!
Image The power of our hearts will become the power that will defeat Ru-Cobol. Now, let’s bring about the future of both Earths!
Image Got it! UOOOOOOOH!
[The screen flashes green]
Image Everyone’s feelings are gathering… It’s amazing…
Image Soushi! Send it to the Voiture Unit!
Image Got it!
[Another green flash]
Image Mist! Receive everyone’s feelings and their power!
Image Got it!
[Mist combines or changes into the Solvrius Rex if not already]
Image Professor Sakon! Send it to me!
[Another green flash]
Image This is everyone’s feelings…
Image It’s so warm and so powerful…
Image This is far stronger than the power we made when we risked our lives. With this, we can defeat Ru-Cobol!
Image Yes!
Image Yeah!
Image What is this power? How can two Crystal Hearts produce that much power? You’re not getting out of this one alive!
Image It’s not going to turn out the way you think! This power doesn’t belong to us alone! It’s the will of everyone here to protect the lives and the future of both Earths! I’ll put this power into the Crystal Heart and defeat you!
Image I see. So that’s your trump card. But Mist… Can you shoot me? I’m important to you, after all.
Image Shut up, Ru-Cobol! You won’t fool me!
Image I’ve made up my mind. No matter what you say, I won’t waver!
Image I’ve made up my mind. No matter what you say, I won’t waver!
Image Hmph. It seems you’re serious. Fine, shoot me. But in the end, you’ll only realize how powerless you are!
Image Now is the time to burn our feelings and our love for our home! Time to erase Ru-Cobol from this world!

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Image This… This power… Surpasses mine!? A mere human… Defeating me… GWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!
[Ru-Cobol explodes]
Image We… We won! We defeated Ru-Cobol! We won!

(Angelica Route)
Image Yes… We were able to say the Earth and our future… But… *Starts crying*
Image Angelica…
Image I’m sorry. I was prepared, but… Dad… *Cries*
[Beeping]
Image Huh? This reaction… A life signal? It’s from inside Ru-Cobol’s mech…
Image I’m seeing it too! Check the radar! That must be an escape pod! Perhaps…
Image On it!
[Mist moves to where Ru-Cobol was]
Image There it is! It is an escape pod!
Image Is that Mist’s voice?
(Phone)
Image D-Dad!
Image Angelica too?
Image You remember me!
Image How could a father ever forget his daughter… But even so… I’ve done so much to hurt you…
Image Do you remember what happened?
Image Yes, I remember very well. But Ru-Cobol is gone. He left my body because of you.
Image He’s really gone? From the universe?
Image Probably… Ugh.
Image Dad, are you okay? Are you hurt?
Image It’s just a flesh wound… Don’t worry about me.
Image We need to treat him quickly! Mist, head to the Daiku-Maryu! Dr. Franklin can check him out!
Image Got it! Vice-Captain Rosa, one injured man coming in!
Image Understood. Bring him here.
[Mist moves next to the Daiku-Maryu]
Image Please, Doctor!
Image Leave him to me. Break open the escape pod and take him to the infirmary!
Image I’m happy for you, Angelica.
Image Yes. I never thought that we’d be able to save him… I was ready for him to… *Sobs*
Image Don’t cry! We should be happy now that he’s safe!
Image He’s right! There’s no reason to cry!
Image I know… But the tears won’t stop…

(Sheldia Route)
Image Yes… We were able to say the Earth and our future… But… *Starts crying*
Image Sheldia…
Image I’m sorry. I was prepared, but I’m still… *Cries*
[Beeping]
Image Huh? This reaction… A life signal? It’s from inside Ru-Cobol’s mech…
Image I’m seeing it too! Check the radar! That must be an escape pod! Perhaps…
Image We need to check it out now!
[Mist moves to where Ru-Cobol was]
Image There it is! It is an escape pod!
Image Is that Mist’s voice?
(Phone)
Image Rem!
Image Sheldia’s there too?
Image Do you recognize me?
Image There’s no way I could ever forget my older sister! But even so… I’ve done some pretty terrible things to you…
Image Do you remember what happened?
Image Yes, I remember. But Ru-Cobol is gone. He left my body because of you!
Image He’s really gone? From the universe?
Image Probably… Ouch!
Image Rem, are you okay? Are you hurt?
Image Yeah. I’m bleeding a little. Hey, get me out of here! I hate cramped spaces!
Image Got it! Mist, let’s take her to the Daiku-Maryu. Dr. Franklin needs to take a look at her!
Image Got it! Vice-Captain Rosa, one injured girl coming in!
Image Understood. Bring her here.
[Mist moves next to the Daiku-Maryu]
Image Please, Doctor!
Image Leave him to me. Break open the escape pod and take her to the infirmary!
Image I’m happy for you, Sheldia.
Image Yes. I never thought that we’d be able to save her… I was prepared for the worst… *Sobs*
Image Don’t cry! We should be happy now that she’s safe!
Image He’s right! There’s no reason to cry!
Image I know you’re right… But I can’t stop crying…

(Combined)
Image I think everyone’s desire to protect both Earths created a miracle.
Image But that also means the enemy’s escape system was perfect.
Image Joshua! Read the goddamn room!
Image Way to bring everyone out of this touching moment…
Image Huh? Did I say something wrong?
Image Hey, Ray. What kind of upbringing did you give your brother?
Image Sorry… I can’t change his personality.
Image Hey! What did I do wrong!?
Image Just shut up already!
Image Idiot.
Image Now, let’s return to Earth. A new era awa--
[Beeping]
Image A huge spatial distortion is dead ahead! This can't be!
[The screen flashes blue]

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Super Robot Wars K - Krishna
Image Well done, Earthlings!
(Ru-Cobol’s true form)
Image Ru-Cobol!
Image Didn’t you die!?
Image Didn’t you die!?
Image What is that thing!?
Image It’s the same mech in the vision that Tangram showed us!
Image He resurrected? Ah crap!
Image I was nearly killed, but it seems all the negative energy I’ve gathered from Earth acted as a shield.
Image No way…
Image I have to hand it to you for generating such a large amount of negative energy. Earth is such a polluted planet, filled with evil hearts.
Image That’s not true! There may be some evil people living on Earth, and people may sometimes hate each other, but the bonds of trust between Earthlings are far greater! The love they feel for each other is strong!
Image Mist’s right! That’s why we’re risking our lives to protect it!
Image You, a mass of destructive intent, may not understand, but that’s what humans are like!
Image Trust? Love? How pointless. But you did destroy the Gustatio, which utilized my executive’s combat data. I can no longer underestimate you. Now that I’ve become one with the Archeus, you have no chance of winning.
Image What!?
Image In the ancient past, this machine was the Crystal Heart’s polar opposite. One day, its Krishna Heart went berserk and transformed the wills of those around it into what I am now. This machine, the Archeus, has now absorbed my “fragments” and become me. My very existence is evil! I may not have the same power I had 2,000 years ago, but I’m pretty close.
Image No matter how many times you come back, we’ll defeat you with the power of the Crystal Heart, our feelings!
Image I’ll return the pain my father endured a hundred times over!
Image I’ll return the pain Rem endured a hundred times over!
Image Hehehe… I told you. Now that I’ve become one with the Archeus, there’s no way you can win.
Image Don’t act so tough. We beat you once already!
Image It’s not an act. This unit is equipped with the same Krishna Heart that created me. Do I have to say it twice? The Krishna Heart is the Crystal Heart’s opposite. Not only does it transform malice into power, but it negates the Crystal Heart’s energy. Its output is far more powerful as well!
Image W-what!?
Image …
Image Your mental power is no match for this. It won’t work on me!
Image That’s just a bluff! Let’s try it again!
Image Hehehe… Let’s dance one last time. See for yourself if I’m bluffing!

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Image More of them!
Image Okay. Just like before, we’ll weaken him and then hit him with our feelings! Sorry, Soushi, but you’ll have to handle it one more time!
Image Right…
Image Everyone, be careful. Ru-Cobol’s confidence might not be a bluff!
Image Don’t worry! We’ll destroy him for good!

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And here’s the final boss, Ru-Cobol in the Archeus. This beast is stronger than the Gustatio, will actually move, has two actions per turn, Combo level 3 (can attack 3 units at once), a very strong MAP, EN regeneration, immunity to all debuffs, and the Krishna Heart. The Krishna Heart activates at 120 morale and not only increases his damage output, but gives him a stronger damage negation shield as his morale rises.

However, the Archeus has two major weaknesses. It doesn’t have any sort of HP regeneration and Ru-Cobol respawns with 100 morale. Just pass the turn, endure its weak attacks, and dogpile on him with everyone at once before it can generate enough morale to be a problem.

So that’s what I did. Now’s the time to dump all of your SP. There are infinite reinforcements when there’s 8 of them left, but there’s no reason to interact with them since they spawn away from the boss, unless you want to farm money for a New Game+. There’s no additional dialogues with this phase either.

There’s a plot event when the Arceus hits 50% HP.

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Image Okay, now! Ru-Cobol is weakened! Let’s unite our hearts one more time!
Image Yeah! Strike him with our passion!
[Screen flashes green]
Image Dammit…
Image Soushi, is something wrong? Are you okay?
Image Don’t worry about me! Just give me your hearts!
Image Soushi…
Image Minashiro!
Image Don’t waver! Have you forgotten that this attack will fail if you hesitate even a little!?
Image Got it! I believe in you, Soushi!
Image Good luck, Minashiro!
[Another flash of green]
Image Time to finish you off, Ru-Cobol! UOOOOOOOH!

[Insert the Regret Buster attack again. I’m tired of screenshotting it.]
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Image GAAAAAAAH!
Image Mist!
Image The Solvrius Rex’s attack didn’t work!?
Image AHAHAHAHA! Do you understand now? The Archeus negates the Crystal Heart’s power! You no longer stand a chance!
Image Impossible!
Image At this rate, we’ll lose!
Image Quite complaining! If the Crystal Heart doesn’t work, we’ll do it the old fashioned way!
Image Van’s right! A hero must never give up!
Image Fighting until you can’t stand is what a man is all about!
Image Our desire to protect the Earth remains unchanged! Let’s do it!
Image Even if we retreat now, we’ll die along with the Earth. Let’s enjoy this battle to the end!
Image You guys… You’re all so stupid. But so am I. I don’t know how far we can go, but let’s fight to the end for the sake of the Earth! That’s all we can do!
Image …
Image (At this rate, we have no chance of winning. But…)
Image Professor Sakon, don’t worry about me. So…
Image But…
Image All units, attack Ru-Cobol!

The game ends once Ru-Cobol is shot down.

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[Mist transforms into the Solvrius Rex if not already]
Image Good job, Earthlings. You’re giving me more trouble than I thought. I’ll commend you… But you lack the decisive power to defeat me. I can heal as many times as I want, but you’re on the verge of exhaustion. The Crystal Heart you rely on is powerless against me. My victory is assured! AHAHAHAHA!
Image Dammit! He’s mocking us!
Image But what he says is true. We can’t land a decisive hit.
Image That’s not like you, Nouza.
Image Come again?
Image The one who persists until the end seizes victory, right?
Image You’re right, Daiya!
Image That’s right. We can’t give up! Angelica, get ready! Can you do it?
Image Yes. Dad is safe… I have no more regrets!
Image That’s right. We can’t give up! Angelica, get ready! Can you do it?
Image Yeah. I saved Rem. I’m ready to go when you are!
Image Hold up! What are you talking about?
Image What’s this about regrets?
Image Oh no, you can’t be thinking of doing that!
Image We still have one last card to play against Ru-Cobol.
Image And that’s our lives!
Image Yes! Our own lives!
Image What!?
Image That’s unacceptable!
Image At the very least, if we’re both willing to die… No, if we keep increasing our energy until we die…
Image We can break up Ru-Cobol, just like in the battle 2,000 years ago, right?
Image Apparently, a complete Ru-Cobol was a breeze to defeat 2,000 years ago, so we can do it too!
Image Though this same thing will happen in the far future.
Image But if you do that…
Image You’ll both die!
Image I doubt we’ll make it out of this one.
Image But if that’s the only way to defeat Ru-Cobol and save your future, then we’ll gladly sacrifice our lives!
Image We really have no other choice! We have to save both Earths even if we sacrifice ourselves!
Image Stop it! You can’t do this!
Image Easy heroism leads straight to a bad ending!
Image But if two people’s deaths can save billions of people…
Image Don’t you dare finish that sentence, Grim Reaper!
Image Dick’s right. This is for everyone’s futures. There’s no reason to be sad.
Image Stop trying to act cool, you goddamn fool!
Image If we hesitate, Ru-Cobol will recover. Let’s go, Mist!
Image If we hesitate, Ru-Cobol will recover. Let’s go, Mist!
Image Yeah. Thank you for everything, everyone. I’m happy to have met you all!
Image Please take good care of my father.
Image Please take good care of Rem!
Image That won’t be necessary.
Image Soushi?
Image There’s a way to kill him without you both dying.
Image Soushi!
Image Professor Sakon, are you okay with them dying? We need to protect their futures as well!
Image …
Image Soushi, what are you talking about?
Image Tell us, Soushi! Professor Sakon!
Image …We can not only give them the mental energy of our pilots, but everyone on both Earths. That way, we can attack Ru-Cobol with exponentially more power than before.
Image With this method, we can obtain far greater amounts of power than Mist ever could by sacrificing his life.
Image GREAT!
Image But how do we do this?
Image We’ll use the Overman Planeta’s Overskill.
Image The Planeta… Its Overskill shares everyone’s thoughts, right?
Image That’s the one. We’ll use that Overskill to gather the thoughts of everyone on both Earths, amplify them, and send them into the Siegfried System.
Image I see! So that’s why you stopped by Lyman!
Image Yes. We’ve already installed the appropriate devices all over both Earths.
Image It’s the same technology used in the Yapan Ceiling’s festival debacle.
Image Why did you keep this from us?
Image I had it prepared in case of a worse-case scenario… I’d rather not use it if possible, because…
Image Enough chatter. Professor Sakon, connect the two Earths! Collect everyone’s energy!
Image Very well. I’ll stop hesitating. Soushi, prepare yourself.
Image Right!
Image That’s how it is, Mist. You have a larger role than sacrificing yourself.
Image To bring everyone’s hopes to Ru-Cobol, right?
Image Okay! Attention all pilots! Unite your hearts once more!
Image And this time, bring the hopes of everyone on both Earths together!
Image And send it straight to Ru-Cobol!
Super Robot Wars K - Astral Burst
Image Now, we must unite our hearts!
Image We won’t let a villain like you erase our precious Earth!
Image We won’t let you take our future of coexistence with the Festum!
Image I’ll protect the future for the sake of my sister’s baby!
Image Ru-Cobol, I won’t let you destroy the future Akane tried to create!
Image We’re in the middle of our Exodus! I won’t let you kill us here!
Image I’ll protect the happy future I’ll have with Sara!
Image I need to broaden my horizons! I refuse to die young!
Image Imagine the disappointment if I died here.
Image I’ll deliver my song to you, filled with the feelings of everyone on Earth!
Image I’ll protect my newlywed life with Gocchin! I mean, we haven’t had a chance to even start yet!
Image I’ve continued to fight to protect what’s important to me, and I’ll keep fighting for that too! To protect my friends, peace, and Anna!
Image Anna, Goh, I don’t know how powerful my feelings are, but I’ll pray with all my might!
Image I won’t let evil aliens destroy the Earth! All living beings on Earth, now’s the time to ignite your rage against Ru-Cobol!
Image Dad and Faaji are waiting. I will protect my village and my planet!
Image I can’t lose to someone like you. One day, I will rebuild the Kida Kingdom with my uncle!
Image My Lord, Princess, I, Da Jin, pray for your good fortune with all my heart and soul!
Image Listen up! I will crush you! I will smash you! I’ll beat you for my friends!!
Image Ru-Cobol, be grateful. This will be your final lesson!
Image I’ll bet everything on this battle for my mission!
Image Earth, my home… Even after I leave for the far reaches of space, I want Earth to remain a beautiful, shining planet!
Image We’ll beat you and protect Mia’s home!
Image I want to keep looking at the stars. I want to reach further than ever before! I won’t let anyone, no matter who they are, get in my way!
Image I too will fight… To see the stars I have yet to see!
Image A new world where Natural and Coordinators can join hands… I’ll protect that future and make that world a reality!
Image Earthlings are about to take a new step. We won’t let you get in our way!
Image We don’t want anyone to suffer from war anymore. We’ll put an end to it once and for all!
Image I’ll send you my feelings… The feelings of the PLANTs… Please defeat Ru-Cobol!
Image That planet is full of bad memories, but there are people who live there. You have no right to interfere with their lives!
Image I’m a man of the sea. I won’t tolerate anyone who threatens the oceans!
Image I love the town I live in! My school, my friends, Tsubaki, Kyo, Grandma, Grandpa… I’m not going to say something big about protecting the Earth. I’m fighting to protect my home and my friends!
Image Same here, Kenji. Let’s win this and go back to our normal lives!
Image I still have a long life to live! I can’t let this world end! Learn the stubbornness of an old man who’s lived for over a century!
Image It’s not just our future. It’s for the future of the Dariusians, who my father is trying to protect! This blow will protect them!
Image Mist, you have to win! I’m rooting for you!
Image Mist, Angelica, I entrust everything to you! Show Ru-Cobol the power of the Crystal Heart!
Image Mist! Do your best! Feel my heart too!
Image Mist! Show Dad how capable you are! My heart is with you!
Image Mist, Angelica… Receive the feelings…of everyone who loves Earth… Send it to Ru-Cobol!
(Mist, Sheldia […])
[The screen flashes green]
Image Yeah… I can feel it… Everyone’s feelings… I love Earth! I love you all! That’s why I want to protect it! I want to protect everyone! We share the same feelings!
Image Mist, I said I was prepared to die, but that was a lie. I want to live with you forever! I want to have a happy future with you! So let’s help each other defeat Ru-Cobol!
Image Yeah… Let’s go, Angelica. We have everyone’s feelings behind us!
Image Mist, I said I was prepared to die, but that was a lie. We’ll always be together! You, me, and Rem will live happily together! So let’s defeat Ru-Cobol!
Image Yeah… Let’s go, Sheldia. We have everyone’s feelings behind us!
Image W-what is this power!? How foolish! I am the malice of the Cruzians! You think you can overwhelm me!?
Image Ru-Cobol! You, who only thinks of destruction, will never understand the desire to protect and the hope for the future!
Image S-Stop! Stay away! STAY AWAAAAAAAY!!
Image RU-COBOL! THIS IS THE END!!

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Image Im…possible… I want to destroy the universe… Human malice is infinite… How could…malice…be defeated…

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Image We… We Won! WE WOOOOOON!
Image You did it, Mist!
Image Yeah. All thanks to you, Angelica!
Image We did it!
Image Yeah. All thanks to you, Sheldia!
Image We’re getting reports from both Earths that the natural disasters are subsiding!
Image The giant gate created by the Planet Crisis is disappearing too!
Image Great job, Mist!
Image That was impressive!
Image That’s the power of our feelings!
Image I’m so relieved!
Image Thank you for taking our feelings.
Image To be able to absorb that much energy and turn it into power, the Solvrius Rex is incredible!
Image Tch. Why are you saying that now? We’ve been fighting together the whole time!
Image You don’t need to yell…
Image Speaking of which, Soushi was amazing, wasn’t he?
Image Yeah. We couldn’t have won without him.
Image You’re right. Great job, Soushi!
Image …
Image What’s wrong, Soushi? Answer me! Soushi!
Image …
Image Something’s wrong! Murrue, check out the Siegfried System immediately!
Image Yes! I’m sending the medical team right now!
Image Soushi… I’m so sorry… Thank you…
Image Soushi! SOUSHI! SOUSHIIIIIIIIIIIIII!

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[Archangel, Infirmary]
Image Dr. Franklin! How’s Soushi doing? Is he okay!?
Image …He’s not dead. He just woke up.
Image Thank goodness…
Image That’s great, Kazuki.
Image We couldn’t have done this without him. He needs to be safe.
Image Of course!
Image …
Image However…
Image However? What the hell, man?
Image His assimilation with the Festum has rapidly progressed. His body has almost completely crystallized.
Image Crystallized? That can’t be true!
Image Ah! Wait!
[Kazuki bursts into Soushi’s room]
Image Soushi! *Starts crying*
Image …
Image M-Minashiro…
Image What the hell…
Image His body is mostly crystal.
Image Hey, everyone… I didn’t want you to see me like this…
Image Sorry for coming into your room.
Image How… How did this happen to you?
Image The system that gathers everyone’s mental power affects his body. It caused the assimilation process to kick into overdrive.
Image …
Image Professor Sakon, did you know this would happen?
Image I knew. I was aware this might happen ever since I requested Tatsumiya Island to build the damned thing.
Image No…
Image Professor Sakon! Were you trying to kill Soushi!?
Image I would never!
Image Stop it, Kazuki. This is what I wanted.
Image Huh?
Image This was the only way to defeat Ru-Cobol. That’s why I used this system, even knowing the risks.
Image Soushi…
Image Besides, if the worst-case scenario hadn't happened, the assimilation would have been suppressed by Dr. Toumi’s new medicine.
Image The worst-case scenario? You mean this?
Image It’s if the pilots’ mental power wasn’t enough to defeat Ru-Cobol, so we’d have to use our secret weapon.
Image You mean with the Planeta’s Overskill?
Image Yes. That secret weapon was powerful, but the impact it had on Soushi's body was too great.
Image And that brings us here.
Image Yes… That’s why I really didn’t want to use it.
Image But this was our only option. Don’t blame him. His decision wasn’t wrong.
Image Soushi… I’m so sorry…
Image Soushi, you’re taking my place.
Image That wasn’t my intention. You’re still alive, aren’t you?
Image We are, but…
Image The truth is, when I was captured by the Festum in the Arctic, I lost most of my body… I was barely able to maintain my human form thanks to Dr. Toumi. This is just a continuation of that process.
Image But…
Image We can get you treated again! I’m sure…
Image No. I’ll be gone soon.
Image Soushi!?
Image Minashiro!
Image What are you talking about!? Stop that, Soushi!
Image I’ll become a Festum, then I can create my own existence again. I don’t know how long it’ll take, but I will definitely…
[Soushi becomes a crystal and shatters]
Image Soushi!
Image Soushi!
Image He’s gone…
Image I’m sorry, Soushi!
Image Soushi! Where are you!? Don’t leave me behind! SOUSHI!
Image (I’m here)
Image What!?
Image What’s wrong, Kazuki?
Image I can feel Soushi…in my heart…
Image (I’m here… Until we meet again someday…)
Image Soushi…
Image (I understand now… Even if my life is filled with pain, I will choose to exist to meet you once more… As long as you believe in me, I will return one day… To your side…)
Image Soushi… You… Ugh!
Image Kazuki!?
Image What’s wrong, Kazuki?
Image Nothing. I’m fine…
Image Kazuki, your eye…
Image (Soushi… I’m here. I’ll be waiting for you right here… Forever…)

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[Archangel, Bridge]
Image Captain, we’ve arrived at the “Hole on the Moon”.
Image Miriallia, can you contact Tangram?
Image Roger. Opening a line with Tangram.
Image You defeated Ru-Cobol and protected Earth’s future, the infinitely branching spark of hope. You have my blessings.
(Phone)
Image Thank you, Tangram. We owe it to you for taking us to him.
Image My role is complete. Now that I’m free, I’ll set out for a new world.
Image Tangram, before you leave, can you help us return to our world?
Image I’ll owe you one!
Image Of course I will. Let me take you home.
Image Hey, Brother.
Image …
Image It’s strange. We’ve been wanting to go home for so long. What does this emptiness mean?
Image I don’t approve of being swayed by emotion.
Image I know that, but Brother… The people we’ve fought with were the best.
Image …
Image Scorn me if you think I’m a sissy, but I’m not ashamed! I won’t lie about feeling sad about leaving!
Image Hatter, you say good things sometimes.
Image Hey! I’m always serious!
Image We’re sad too, but let’s say goodbye with a smile.
Image You don’t have to head home right away, right? Can’t we share a drink?
Image I appreciate the thought, but this guy here…
Image Dymon has escaped and Tangram is leaving. There’s no reason for us to stay any longer.
Image You’re serious.
Image For better or worse, Chief is very inflexible.
Image Sarge! Chief! Fei! I’ll never forget you!
Image Y-yeah…
Image What’s wrong? This is where you’d shout something like “SAME HERE, MY FRIENDS!”
Image …We’ll probably end up forgetting you.
Image Huh? Why?
Image Sorry, I couldn’t bring myself to say it. Once we return home, all of our memories will be wiped. I know that for sure.
Image Your memories will be deleted? Why!?
Image It’s the duty imposed upon us. Once the mission is complete, our existence will be erased, and all connection with you will be wiped.
Image Chief, don’t say it like that even if it’s true!
Image It’s the same for me too. It’s possible we might meet again as we wander through intersecting space-times.
Image I thought they’d let you keep the happy memories…
Image I’m sorry! I said something that made you all upset! But let me say this! Even if I forget everything, my feelings right now are 100% genuine! My friends, you’re all the best!! I love you!!
Image Sarge…
Image Dammit! How could you! That’s cheating!
Image Sorry to keep you waiting. I’ve confirmed the route to your original world. I will now transfer you.
Image Confirmed.
Image Well, let’s go. I wish you all good fortune!
Image Even if our memories are erased, the past remains. I’m grateful for your support.
Image Everyone, thank you so much! And so long!
Image DAMMIT! I won’t cry! Adios, amigos! Farewell!!!
[The VRs are gone in a flash of light]
Image They’re gone…
Image Sgt. Hatter was crying…
Image I bet they’ll continue fighting Dymon when they get home.
Image So their battle isn’t over yet, huh?
Image I just confirmed their return to their world. I will now disappear. Good day, everyone.
Image Tangram… I have no words to express my gratitude to you.
Image You are too kind. By defeating Ru-Cobol, your two Earths have taken on a new destiny. Your path leads to an infinite range of bright futures. I can see something wonderful happening. Love your mission. Love your life.
[Tangram hangs up]
Image Tangram is gone… Perhaps she’s gone to a new world.
Image So now we’re not able to use gates.
Image Oh come on!
Image If we can’t use gates, how will we get back home!?
Image Hey, are gates really usable?
Image Tangram told us Edax was using preexisting gate technology. They just used Tangram’s power to allow it to work in other dimensions. But the other Earth is in the same dimension as ours, unlike Sgt. Hatter’s world.
Image We can use Edax’s gate generator to get to the other Earth, right?
Image We should be able to, yes.
Image We can finally resume our Exodus!
Image Without the Siberian Railway’s interference, we should reach Yapan in no time!
Image Like hell you will. Performing an Exodus is a crime. As a member of the London IMA, I will stop you!
Image Are you still saying that? No one will welcome you back in London. I don’t know if you even still have your job.
Image Ugh…
Image Plus, our misunderstanding about Karin could have cleared up. Why don’t you help us out, Asuham?
Image …If you’re willing to bow your head, I’ll consider it… Let me think about it when we get back to Siberia.
Image Okay. Let’s go back to Dannar Base and get ready to go home!
Image Wait, wait, wait! Why are you in such a hurry to go home? We’ve won a really hard battle, so let’s party!
Image He’s right. We can wait a day before restarting the Exodus.
Image In any case, let’s head back to Dannar Base. Miriallia, tell Dr. Aoi to prepare a feast! Put it on Orb’s tab.
Image Hell yeah! How generous!
Image Understood.
Image Let’s go back to Earth!

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image That was a fun party.
Image Yeah. It’s been a while since I was able to cut loose.
Image Gocchin, you surprised me when you started dancing naked with Garaga. I was so embarrassed I thought I’d die!
Image Everyone was shocked.
Image We have a lot of minors, so you need to set an example… Who was it who said that again?
Image I’m really sorry…
Image When Garaga wakes up, I’m gonna kick him in the nuts!
Image Goh, if you ever do that again, I’ll have Anna divorce you.
Image D-divorce?
Image Saruwatari, you’re banned from alcohol.
Image I was going to ban myself anyway… *Sigh*...
Image I feel terrible for the Tatsumiya kids.
Image They were smiling on the outside, but deep down, I know they’re mourning.
Image Soushi isn’t dead. He just assimilated with the Festum. He’ll come back someday… There’s nothing to be sad about…
Image Without Soushi, we couldn’t have beaten Ru-Cobol. I can’t express how grateful I am.
Image In order to repay his sacrifice, we must build a peaceful world without conflict.
Image Since Soushi turned out like that, what about the other Fafner pilots? Their bodies will get assimilated too, right?
Image Apparently, they created a drug that severely slows the rate of assimilation. They’re still analyzing the data, but the only thing they can’t do is stop the process.
Image So they’ll end up like him…
Image I hope they can find a cure by then.
Image They’re returning to Tatsumiya Island tomorrow morning. I want to talk to Commander Makabe about Soushi in person.
Image The Exodus guys are also leaving tomorrow morning.
Image They asked us to teleport them to the location they were when they came here.
Image They’ve come this far and they still want to go the rest of the way on their own? I can’t tell if it’s honesty or stubbornness.
Image Well, I can see where they’re coming from.
Image I still need to find a craftsman to repair my village’s Generator.
Image I think us Soraites can help with that. Even though Sora City has fallen, we’ll still help you no matter how long it takes.
Image Thank you!
Image We want to return to the PLANTs and discuss the future of Earth with the council.
Image The PLANTs, Orb, the Alliance… It’ll be impossible to remove the borders between us, but one day, we will create a world without war.
Image We need to prepare for the Mimetic Beasts’ return!
Image Gocchin! Instead of worrying about that, worry about our honeymoon first! Let’s take Lou with us!
Image But then it wouldn’t be a honeymoon…
Image It’s fine! We’re going to live together as a family, right?
Image That’s true.
Image Tomorrow, we’re all splitting up…
Image It’ll be a bit lonely.
Image There’s no need to feel lonely. If we use gates, we can see each other at any time, right?
Image It won’t be that easy.
Image Why not? Even with Tangram gone, we still have Edax’s generator, right?
Image We do, but opening a gate requires an immense amount of energy. It takes enough to cause a power outage across half of the planet.
Image Really!?
Image It was only with Tangram’s help that we were able to use them so easily. We wouldn’t have been able to do it ourselves.
Image I see…
Image We’re using a gate to return everyone home only because the leaders of each country gave their permission. We won’t be able to generate any more gates unless there’s a very good reason.
Image So we won’t be able to come visit…
Image My apologies.
Image Well, that’s all for today. Everyone, enjoy this victory in your beds.
Image And tomorrow, everyone will start walking their own paths…
Image That’s right. Thank you, everyone! On behalf of the Earth, you have my gratitude… Dismissed!
Image Thank you so much!

Next time, the epilogue.
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ONE YEAR LATER…

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[Ruins Excavation Site]
Image Koji! Stop slacking off and get back to work!
Image I am working! But how is excavating ruins gonna help me study robotics?
Image You nincompoop! Those without a thirst for knowledge will only get things half-done! This is training to hone your mind!
Image Really? Aren’t you just using me for cheap labor?
Image Come on, Koji. If someone over a hundred years old says so, then it must be true.
Image That’s right. I’ve known Dr. Shiba for a long time. He’s rude, but he’s correct. He’s someone you can trust.
Image What’s up with you? You talk like you’ve known him for decades.
Image Kyo, aren’t you younger than us? I recall you’ve been working part-time for Build Base for only a year.
Image Um…
Image Hey, Koji! Quit yapping! You’re only here because Yumi asked me! I would have fired you long ago!
Image Eek! L-let’s get back to work, Sayaka!
Image Right!
Image Thank you, Dr. Shiba.
Image You really need to watch what you say.
Image I’m sorry.
Image Kyo, it seems Hiroshi was looking for you.
Image I think he wants me to participate in a motorcycle race. I’m planning to leave Kenji as the ace and retire. My body won’t last much longer…
Image That’s a good idea. No matter how good our life preservation methods are, I’m not getting any younger.
Image Yeah… I trust in your skills, Kenji…

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[Racetrack]
Image Hiroshi, is Kyo still not here yet?
Image I just got a call from Micchie. Kyo is retiring.
Image WHAT!? Seriously!?
Image He’s leaving his role to you.
Image That bastard ran away! Oh well. Now that I’m the ace, I’ll be super popular with the ladies. Hehehe…
Image Hey, Kenji! What’s with that stupid grin? I can see your eyes through your visor!
Image W-what? Tsubaki? Did you come here to watch?
Image Are you saying I shouldn’t cheer you on?
Image T-that’s not what I meant… But with you here, I can’t hit on the race queens…
Image Are you talking about us, today’s race queens?
Image If you want to flirt, go right ahead.
Image I’ll give you a big hug, Kenji!
Image Eek! Leaving aside Captain Yagyuu and Mido, why is a gorilla working here?
[Saotome punches Kenji]
Image Who’re you calling a gorilla!?
Image Ouch! A race queen doesn’t punch the racers!
Image Oh, here comes the newbie.
Image Who is it now?
Image You see, Kenji, you absolutely must win today’s race.
Image D-D-D-Dr. Aoi!?
Image We tried to stop her, but she insisted on joining us.
Image I was bored after leaving Dannar Base to the younger guys. Captain Yagyuu told me about this race queen gig, so I wanted to give it a try. What do you think? Does it suit me?
Image You have a nice body, perfect for being a race queen.
Image The oldest race queen I’ve ever seen…
Image (Kiriko, how shameless…)
(“Racer”. It’s Tatsuya in disguise)
Image Quit gawking, Kenji! The race is about to start! Are you ready?
Image After this, we’re gonna see off the Daiku-Maryu! You better win for their sake!
Image Yeah, yeah. I’ll win this quickly so we can say our goodbyes! Let’s do this!

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[Airport]
Image I’d like you to develop an ark for the Dariusians to use for immigration.
Image Of course. We’ll have it ready by the time the Daiku-Maryu returns from inspecting wherever the Gate of Zela ended up.
Image Captain, you’re wearing your mask again.
Image Rosa likes it. I can’t say no to her.
Image What!?
Image I’m just joking. But it suits me, right?
Image I think it does, Captain Garis.
Image Hahaha. Lulu will continue being Captain of the Daiku-Maryu. Maybe I should call myself the masked scientist, Professor Garis instead.
Image Captain, sorry, Professor Garis, Lulu, everyone on the Daiku-Maryu… You never know what dangers await in space. Be careful.
Image Even though most of the “fragments” have disappeared, we don’t know what’ll happen with the remaining “fragments”.
Image There’s nothing to worry about. The remaining “fragments” are just scraps, right? Besides, they’ll have us space experts with them!
Image Are we really knowledgeable enough to be called experts?
Image She’s right. You shouldn’t act so overconfident.
Image Shush!
Image Are you sure I shouldn’t come with you? You’d be safer with Gaiking.
Image Not only is the Daiku-Maryu going, but also the Daichi-Maryu and Tenku-Maryu. I don’t think we’ll be lacking in terms of firepower.
Image Even if you’re gone, I’m here. There’s nothing to worry about!
Image He’s right, Daiya. You worry too much.
Image But…
Image Daiya, Puria, Naoto… I’m sure there are things you can only learn on Earth. Although we may be far apart, we’re heading towards the same future. One day, we’ll once again face an insurmountable challenge. The time will come when we’ll fight together again. Until then, don’t let the Flame in your hearts go out!
Image …Yeah. Got it!
Image Daiya, you’ll always be the 47th member of the Daiku-Maryu!
Image Of course!
Image Dr. McGriff, would you like to come with us? I think it’d be a great opportunity to learn about outer space.
Image It certainly sounds appealing, but I want to venture into the unknown my own way, with Stargazer. Sol and Sven will be helping out too.
Image I understand. I hope your research will bear fruit.
Image Heeeeey!
Image Thank goodness we made it in time.
Image Kenji! Tsubaki! And everyone from Build Base!
Image It’s about time to depart. I wish you success!
Image Thank you. We’ll do our best.
Image Lulu! Here’s the trophy for today’s race. Take it as a farewell gift.
Image Ah, sorry. I appreciate the thought, but…
Image Kenji, it’s not her trophy.
Image Quiet, you! This is a token of our appreciation. Our friends are going off on a long journey. I want to give them something to remember us by.
Image I see. Okay then, I gratefully accept it.
Image Yeah! Just put it in the middle of the bridge!
Image That’s not the place for a trophy, idiot!
Image By the way, where’s the Dannar Base crew?
Image I don’t see the Tatsumiya kids either.
Image Everyone at Dannar Base is super busy with their respective missions, so we’re here as their representative.
Image Come to think of it, they said on the news that a new Mimetic Beast has appeared.
Image Correct. Just as Dr. Aoi said, destroying the Super Mimetic Beast wouldn’t stop them from coming.
Image But after that battle, each country’s base got more powerful weaponry. No matter how many Mimetic Beasts come at us, I think we’ll be fine.
Image Not to menti--
Image Zip it, Mist! Not another word! That’s still top secret!
Image Sorry…
Image I called Tatsumiya Island, but they couldn’t come. Apparently, they had a scheduling conflict.
Image How curious.
Image Should we go check on them after the Daiku-Maryu leaves?
Image Sounds good! I wanna see them again after all this time!
Image Please give my regards to everyone who couldn’t make it today.
Image Captain, we’re ready to launch! Ready whenever you are!
(Phone)
Image Great. We’ll be there soon. We’re off, everyone!
Image Be careful! Don’t eat bad food in space!
Image See ya, Lulu. Call me anytime if something happens.
Image Take care, Daiya. See you later!
[They walk off]
Image They’re gone…
Image Don’t worry, Daiya. They’ll be back one day.
Image That’s right. Let’s stay on Earth and build an ark for the Dariusians while we wait for their return.
Image Yeah. That’s right, Dad! Lulu… I’m waiting for your return. I’ll be bigger and stronger by then!
Image It’s a shame Kira couldn’t make it.
Image They were discussing something important. I don’t think they could have left in the middle of whatever it was.
Image Hey, Mist. What was that thing you almost mentioned?
Image Huh? Oh. Um…
Image Good grief… You really should watch your mouth.
Image I’m sorry…
Image This isn’t official yet, but we’re currently considering forming an organization between Orb, the Alliance, and the PLANTs.
Image What sort of organization?
Image One where the three nations cooperate to maintain order and peace on Earth. To put it simply, a Defense Force.
Image Yup! We’re working with all the bases around the world with their units. We’ll defend the peace of the entire Earth Sphere, not just Earth or the colonies.
[Cagalli punches Mist]
Image You talk too much! You don’t need to explain that much! Seriously, how can we let someone this loose-lipped join us?
Image Don’t say that! I’m sorry.
Image So that’s what Kira and Lacus are working on?
Image Yeah. They’re in meetings with the nations to build the groundwork. I told them about today, but they couldn’t make it.
Image Um… Aren’t you supposed to be busy, Representative Athha?
Image Normally, yeah, but I left Yuna in charge for the day. I’ve also assigned Kisaka to keep an eye on him, so there shouldn’t be anything to worry about.
Image If you say so…
Image (Is that really how the leader of Orb should be acting?)
Image Did you say something, Kenji?
Image Nope! Nada!
Image Well, let’s go to Tatsumiya Island. I’m curious about what’s happening to them.

The next few scenes are only if you got the Fafner secret.

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[Tatsumiya Island, Tatsumiya Middle School]
Image Ugh. I’m tired of the same ol’, same ol’. I wanna see the outside world again!
Image I agree, Kenji. Although, you and Sakura seem to be getting along really well lately.
Image I-it’s not what it looks like!
Image Oh? But you went home together yesterday, didn’t you?
Image You’re like two peas in a pod. I’m honestly jealous.
Image And now Toumi and Uzama are teasing me too? You’re so mean.
Image I’m not teasing you. I’m honestly jealous. You see…
Image Everyone! We’ve got trouble!
Image What’s up, Sakura?
Image Tsubaki’s condition has suddenly worsened! Kazuki is already at the infirmary! Everyone, come with me!
Image All right. Let’s go.

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[Alvis, Infirmary]
Image *Coughing*
Image Tsubaki, how are you feeling?
Image Tsubaki!
Image It seems the extra time the island gave me has come to an end… I have to go back to the cave…
Image Tsubaki…
Image The island’s Mir listened to my selfish request and allowed me to keep my body for an entire year. I’m grateful. Over the past year, I’ve made so many friends and so many memories. I was able to live properly… I’m content…
[Door opens]
Image Tsubaki!
Image Tsubaki!
Image Everyone’s here. I’m so happy…
Image What do you mean her condition has worsened?
Image Tsubaki’s body can no longer maintain its current form. If we don’t return her to the cave quickly, the entire island will die.
Image Mom, what’ll happen if we take her there?
Image She’ll be assimilated with the island.
Image Assimilated?
[Door opens]
Image Tsubaki Minashiro will no longer have a human form and will become one with this island’s Mir, forever watching over us. Back when you went to the Arctic for Operation Azure, she was already becoming one with the Mir. The fact that she’s still here now is a miracle.
Image I don’t understand what you’re saying. She’ll no longer have a human form? She’ll become one with this island’s Mir? Is she about to die?
Image It’s not dying, Shouko. I’ll become one with the island’s Mir and continue to exist as the air surrounding the island.
Image Just like Soushi?
Image Correct. Soushi became one with the Festum and is currently trying to figure out how to return to this world as a physical being. I don’t know when that’ll be, but he won’t ever give up. Not as long as you’re here.
Image So you can come back too, right? Just like him?
Image If the Mir here properly learns about the cycle of life, and that death leads into the next life… If I can exist in this world once again… I don’t know how long it’ll take, but…
Image Tsubaki…
Image You look so sad… *Coughing*
Image We’re running out of time. Let’s get you to the cave.
Image Yes. Thank you so much, everyone. Let’s go, Chizuru. Fumihiko…
[They leave]
Image Tsubaki…
Image Let’s go see her off!
Image Yeah, let’s do that!

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[Alvis, Cave of the Valkyries]
Image Are you okay, Tsubaki?
Image Yeah. This is my second time… I won’t waver again.
Image I’m sorry. Even though it’s to save everyone on the island… To require a sacrifice as young as you…
Image Don’t worry about it, Fumihiko. This is my duty.
[Door opens]
Image Tsubaki!
Image Tsubaki!
Image Everyone…
Image Tsubaki…
Image Mom! Can’t you save Tsubaki? Please!?
Image This is necessary to keep the island alive. She knows this…
Image But still… Why does this have to happen… Dammit!
Image Don’t cry. I’m not going to die. I’ll become one with the island and embrace you all.
Image *Crying*
Image See you later, everyone.
Image Tsubaki!
[She enters the pod]

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[Alvis, Percival Room]
Image I see. So that’s what happened.
Image Yeah. It’s not like we’re in mourning, but the kids don’t want to leave the island.
Image We want to feel Tsubaki’s connection to the island. We want to be with her!
Image I know we had to go see the Daiku-Maryu off, but…
Image We were still upset about leaving Tsubaki… I don’t think we’d be able to see the Daiku-Maryu off with a smile.
Image I’m sorry!
Image No… There’s no need to apologize. I know how you feel.
Image If that’s the reason, it makes sense why you didn’t go. The timing was wrong.
Image Once they finish investigating the planet chosen by the Gate of Zela, the Daiku-Maryu will return. You just need to be there to welcome them back.
Image Investigating a planet, huh? I’d like to explore space someday…
Image There must be even more creatures in space besides the Festum… Ugh!
Image Kazuki!
Image What’s wrong, Kazuki?
Image My head started to hurt… Ugh!
Image Hang in there, Kazuki!
Image Kazuki!!
Image This is bad. The effects of the assimilation inhibitor have worn off and the process has restarted! Get him to the infirmary now!
Image Right! Kazuki, can you stand?
Image I’ll carry him. You guys wait here!
Image R-right.
Image Dad…
Image Dr. Toumi, let’s hurry!
[They leave]
Image What’ll happen to Kazuki?
Image We got the data from the Festum right? So how could this happen?
Image Dr. Toumi was working nonstop for the past year on her research. The Festum sent us so much data it’s difficult to work through. My recovery must have been a miracle.
Image It’s no miracle! You were saved by her hard work! Kazuki will get better soon!
Image But even Soushi was given a drug to suppress the assimilation…
Image Don’t jinx it! Kazuki will be saved!
Image Yes! Kazuki’s home is here!
Image Exactly. The Festum must have learned that about us.
Image Is what’s happening to him gonna happen to us?
Image It’ll be fine. Mom will cure him. Ugh!
Image Maya!? What’s wrong?
Image S-sorry. I got some dust in my eye…
Image Don’t scare me like that! I’m already on edge.
Image Sorry.
Image Are you sure you’re okay?
Image Yes. There’s nothing to worry about. I’m sorry, Shouko.
Image (I’m safe despite having low assimilation resistance… Kazuki will get better. This is where we belong. Isn’t that right, Minashiro?)

(Replace the last few scenes with this one if you didn’t get the Fafner secret)

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[Alvis, Percival Room]
Image All of the pilots were hospitalized? What happened?
Image A few days ago, Kazuki suddenly collapsed. After an examination, it was discovered that his assimilation with the Festum has worsened, so we had to get all of the other kids examined.
Image That’s why you couldn’t join us?
Image Yes. They were looking forward to seeing everyone again, too… I apologize.
Image It’s fine. Please raise your head, Commander Makabe. I understand the situation.
Image It probably would have been too much for them to see the Daiku-Maryu off.
Image Commander Makabe, since Kazuki’s assimilation has gotten worse, is he gonna be like Soushi?
Image It’s not that bad, but…
[The door opens]
Image Dad, the examinations are over, so we’re going home.
Image Kazuki…
Image (His eyes… Has the assimilation progressed?)
Image Representative Athha! Everyone!
Image Right. Today was the day the Daiku-Maryu was gonna leave…
Image We didn’t end up going.
Image What did the tests say?
Image We don’t know the results yet. They’ve been checking us nonstop since yesterday.
Image I see. I hope it’s nothing.
Image How was everyone on the Daiku-Maryu?
Image They left in high spirits.
Image They’re checking out the planet the Dariusians are migrating to, right?
Image Yep. While they’re checking it out, my dad is building a spaceship to get them all there!
Image A spaceship, huh… I’d like to explore space too. If I don’t get assimilated, maybe I’ll join them.
Image You’ll be able to go! Mom will find a cure!
Image Really? Even Sakura hasn’t been cured yet. Does a cure really exist?
Image Stop it, Kenji. Arguing won’t accomplish anything. Ugh!
Image Kazuki!
Image What’s wrong, Kazuki?
Image My head started to hurt… Ugh!
Image Talk to us, Kazuki!
Image Kazuki!!
Image I’ll take Kazuki to the infirmary! You guys wait here!
Image O-okay!
Image Dad…
Image Let’s go, Kazuki. Take my shoulder.
[Makabe and Kazuki leave]
Image That sucks. Kazuki’s condition has gotten that bad…
Image We got the data from the Festum, right? So how could this happen?
Image Dr. Toumi was working nonstop for the past year on her research. The Festum sent us so much data it’s difficult to work through.
Image There’s no guarantee that the data will be useful… This must have been a Festum trap! We’ll all end up like Kouyou or Sakura… No, we’ll end up like Soushi!
Image Stop it, Kenji!
Image Don’t say that! Mom will… Mom will fix us! Ugh!
Image Maya!? What’s wrong?
Image S-sorry. I got some dust in my eye…
Image Don’t scare me like that!
Image Sorry.
Image Are you sure you’re okay?
Image Yes. There’s nothing to worry about. I’m sorry, Canon.
Image (It seems like my time has finally come… I’ll be with you soon… Kazuki…)

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[Dannar Base, Command Center]
Image What’s the Mimetic Beast’s current location?
Image It stopped 5 km south from where we picked it up!
Image Stopped? You mean it’s not moving?
Image Yes!
Image What do you think, Goh?
Image It must be tried and resting… Nah…
Image You’re not cut out to be a Commander. Why don’t you go back to being a pilot? Mira! Anna! What’s your ETA?
Image We’ll arrive in 2 minutes!
(Phone)
Image I’ve got my eyes on the target! What the hell!?
(Phone)
Image It’s getting bigger and bigger!
Image I see! That Mimetic Beast is absorbing energy from the ground to grow in size!
Image Sounds plausible.
Image The enemy is within range! Permission to attack?
Image Permission to attack!? There’s no way we can defeat something like that on our own!
Image Nothing is impossible for AnnaMira! No matter how big it is, we’ll take it down!
Image Pardon me! I won’t let you gals take all the credit!
(Phone)
Image Anna, Mira, we’re here to help!
(Phone)
Image Isn’t this a bit too much for two ladies to handle?
(Phone)
Image You’re being rude to them, Bro!
(Phone)
Image Let us help you.
(Phone)
Image Let’s work together to defeat this monster!
(Phone)
Image Kuklachev! Prepare to attack!
(Phone)
Image As you wish.
(Phone)
Image As long as Mimetic Beasts exist, my fight will never end.
(Phone)
Image Everyone! You’re here!
Image Once the Defense Force is formed, opportunities like this will happen more often.
Image This is just a rehearsal.
Image I’ll go anywhere I’m needed.
Image Well isn’t this an all-star cast? Saruwatari! Shizuru! Let me go out too!
Image Denied. The G-Zero is still under repair, remember?
Image This is your punishment for being reckless in your last sortie. Just sit there and watch.
Image Dammit! This is not okay!
Image I’m counting on you, everyone! Take out that Mimetic Beast!
Image Leave it to me, Gocchin!
Image Let’s go, Anna!
Image By the way, what happened to Mist? How long does it take to see off the Daiku-Maryu?
Image I just got a call from Representative Athha. They’re making a pitstop at Tatsumiya Island.
Image Tatsumiya? He’s just slacking off during this emergency! I’m demoting him to intern and revoking his recommendation as a member of the Defense Force!
Image Goh, what are you talking about? I recall ordering you to go see the Daiku-Maryu off, not Mist.
Image R-really?
Image Get a grip, Director Saruwatari!
Image Dammit! I’m done being Director! Shizuru, you can have the job instead! I’d rather be a pilot! I’m heading out in Godannar!
Image Ah! That’s not fair, Saruwatari! Don’t leave without me! If that’s how it is, I’m going out in the Core Gunner!
[Goh and Kouji run out]
Image Good grief…
Image Shizuru, what are your orders? Godannar is preparing to launch.
Image Can we really send him out there?
Image You know he’s not the kind of guy to listen to us. Let him go… But don’t let Kouji launch.
Image Roger! Godannar, head to catapult #3!
Image (Our battle isn’t over yet. We’ll keep fighting until we’ve eradicated the Mimetic Beasts!)
Image Godannar, launch!
(Phone)

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[Yapan’s Ceiling]
Image Hey, have you still not reached Yapan yet?
Image Surely we should be there by now.
Image According to the map, we still have a long way to go. Gain said it’ll take a few more months, especially considering the condition of Area Zi’s roads.
Image A few months!?
Image That long? I’ll die of boredom!
Image Oh, sure. Between drinking during the day and partying every night, you don’t look bored to me.
Image Who do you think helped make the Exodus safe this past year?
Image Exactly. The London IMA’s relentless attacks have put us in a bind so many times. Who swoops to your rescue again?
Image It’s us, the Eldora Team! We should be allowed to drink as much as we want!
Image Don’t be selfish! You’re not the only ones fighting, you know? Gainer, Cynthia, and Priscilla are working their butts off!
Image If you have a problem with this, why don’t you go back to Gloria? No one asked you to join us.
Image Leave them alone. They’ll be less of a nuisance if we let them drink.
Image The bigger problem is London’s next attack. We might be in trouble.
Image Why is London sending such a large army after us? That’s a lot of manpower to stop a single Exodus.
Image It’s to protect their pride. Or perhaps, it’s more accurate to say pride is all they’ve got left. It’s true that after the hubbub last year, Exoduses are no longer illegal, but they have a reputation to maintain. They can’t let an Exodus this large succeed.
Image If the enemy commander wasn't Zakki, we might have been defeated in the last attack.
Image You’re right. If Kashmir was in charge, things would have turned out a lot worse.
Image I’m surprised he managed to find a new job.
Image He is extremely competent.
Image But the Siberian Railway pardoned us, right? Won’t he get fired for continuing to send guys after us?
Image They’ve become a bridge between the two Earths. Ever since we supported the opening of the Galactic Siberian Railway, President Kids has been completely on our side.
Image It seems giving him that commemorative scarf from the final battle won him over.
Image People like him are easy to handle. More importantly, I’d like to point out that the enemy’s attacks have only gotten more intense.
Image The closer we get to Yapan, the more desperately they try to stop us.
Image London will bet everything on their next attack. My ninja instincts are telling me so!
Image Ninja instincts aside, I agree.
Image The last attack was devastating. Most of the Silhouette Machines are still under repair.
Image Sorry to keep you waiting. A large London IMA army has been sighted 10 km behind us and approaching fast!
Image Carmen!
Image Thank you for the recon. How many are there?
Image There’s twice as many as the last attack. Where are they even getting these guys?
Image Double!?
Image We won’t stand a chance against that many enemies!
Image You’re young, kid. This is cake compared to the old Saurian Empire!
Image That’s right. If they’re sending twice as many people at us, we just need twice as much passion!
Image Sorry, but could you shut up for a moment? Once the battle begins, you can fight however you like, but please leave the strategy to the pros.
Image Tch. You youngsters…
Image Gain, what’s the plan for fighting an army twice the size?
Image If we fought honestly, we wouldn’t stand a chance. However…
Image There’s a standard tactic for dealing with a larger army.
Image Exactly.
Image What’s that?
Image You cut off their supply lines. To maintain an army this large, you’d need a huge amount of supplies, such as ammo, fuel, and food.
Image I get it! No matter how large an army they have, it won’t function without supplies!
Image They’re probably gathering resources from nearby Domepolises. We can attack the supply trains coming out of there.
Image I’ve already looked into that.
Image You’re one hell of an informant. You know exactly what we need.
Image Enemy supplies are coming out of this Domepolis. Here’s the route they’re taking.
Image Everyone, are you getting hungry?
Image I’ve brought you sandwiches and coffee. If you’re hungry, why don’t you take a break?
Image Oh! How thoughtful of you, Yukiko!
Image Thanks. You can leave it over there.
Image Hey, Gain. How about we use the Blackmail’s Overcoats to disappear and launch an ambush on their supply unit?
Image I like that idea.
Image Then Cynthia and I will flank them over here…
Image I really admire their attitude.
Image Yeah. It goes to show how seriously everyone wants to make this Exodus a success.
Image Don’t worry. They’ll succeed in the end. Look at their eyes. They’re burning with passion. Not a single person here holds any doubts.
Image Yeah. I see it too. I believe in them.
Image I wish Van, Michael, and Fasalina would have joined.
Image Huh? Yeah… I wish that too. Van says he’s not good at teamwork and Michael went on a trip with Fasalina.
Image I wonder where they are and what they’re doing.
Image Dunno, but I have a feeling we’ll see them someday. Right, Kameo?
Image Kee!
Image (Hey Van… Where are you now?)

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[Zuri, Castle]
Image My Lord, you’ve returned!
Image Yes. Did anything happen while we were out?
Image Nothing. Zuri is the epitome of peace.
Image You seem to be in good health, Uncle Jin.
Image I’m honored to hear that. You’re looking beautiful, Princess. That look suits you.
Image I don’t like this outfit because it makes piloting the Lanstag difficult.
Image But the people of Kida are so happy to see you like that. They’re calling you a true Princess.
Image If you were in your usual outfit, they’d probably think you’re some sort of mountain monkey.
[Rei Mii punches Garaga]
Image Who’re you calling a monkey, you gorilla!
Image Lord Ra Kan, how are things in Kida?
Image Thankfully, they’ve welcomed us back. They told me they’re willing to follow my efforts to rebuild the kingdom.
Image Really? Congratulations!
Image I, Da Jin, have been waiting so long for your return! *Starts sobbing*
Image Uncle Jin, please don’t cry.
Image Y-you’re right. If I have time to cry, I have time to spread the news to our comrades all over the world! The Kida Kingdom will be revived! Where are our messengers!?
[Da Jin runs off]
Image He’s so happy he flew off.
Image That goes to show how long he’s been waiting for this. Even I’m struggling to hold back the urge to jump for joy.
Image There’s no need to hold back! Let’s have a big party!
Image Garaga, you’re just looking for any excuse to party!
Image That’s fine, isn’t it? Hey, Ra Kan! If we don’t celebrate now, when will we?
Image You’re hopeless… I’m in a good mood today. Let’s do it!
Image Hell yeah! Is A Kan somewhere around here?
Image What’s with all the racket?
Image A party! Let’s prepare a big party! We’re gonna have one so large, it’ll turn all of Zuri on its head!
Image I don’t know what’s going on, but if it’s a party you want, leave it to the Muteki-Dan!
Image I’ll put my heart in everything I cook for you, Garaga!
Image D-don’t come near me! Personal space!
Image I was so lonely while you were in Kida. You should be nicer to me!
Image Ahh! Seijuurou! Help me!
Image …Idiot…
Image …
Image Hmm? What’s wrong, Mii? Are you under the weather?
Image I’m sorry, Uncle. I’m just tired from the long journey. I’ll be resting in my room.
Image I see. Well, we’ll be working hard to restore the Kingdom soon enough. Please take good care of your health.
Image Okay. I’ll see you later…
[Rei Mii walks off]
Image It’s unusual for Mii to be tired. Did she eat something bad on the way back?
Image …

Image I’m sorry, Uncle. Before we get busy with the Kingdom, please forgive me for being a little selfish…

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[Mirodo Village, Inside the Generator]
Image The final adjustments are complete. Director Para, can you try starting it up?
Image Okay. Here goes nothing!
[It starts up]
Image Yes! The Generator is working! We did it, Ruuji!
Image Yeah, we did it, Faaji! Mirodo Village is safe!
Image I wasn’t worried since we found a bunch of spare parts, but this is still huge!
Image If we, the Soraites, pool our brains together, repairing a Generator is a piece of cake.
Image You said it was easy, but it still took an entire year.
Image That’s because it took a while to procure the materials. We should have been done six months ago.
Image What’s done is done. You’re getting too worked up, Director Prome.
Image It’s true that we are behind schedule, but it’s working now, and that’s all that matters.
Image Yep. I’m truly grateful to all of you! Thank you so much!
Image As the Chief of Mirodo Village, I would also like to express my gratitude to the Soraites. Thank you.
Image Ahem! Don’t forget you had the great Bucci’s help!
Image R-right. Thank you, Bucci.
Image Thank you too, Zairin and Boller! If you hadn’t helped us fight the materials, it’d still be broken.
Image We, Digald, were the ones who destroyed it in the first place.
Image The fault is entirely mine. This is my atonement, Ruuji.
Image Chief! There’s a large Zoid outside the village! It’s coming in!
Image What!?
Image A large Zoid in such a remote place? Who could it be?
Image Let’s go check it out!

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[Mirodo Village, Village Square]
Image Ah! It’s a Lanstag!
Image The Lanstag Break. It has to be…
Image Mii!?
[The Lanstag approaches and the cockpit opens]
Image It’s so quiet here. The complete opposite of Zuri!
Image Eh? Who’s that?
Image Hey! Don’t stare at people’s faces!
Image S-she sounds just like Rei Mii, but…
Image She’s nothing like her. She looks like a proper Princess…
Image Oh for the love of… Just wait a sec! I’m gonna get changed!
[She runs off]
Image …
Image How about this!?
Image Ahh! Mii! It was you after all! You were so pretty, I couldn’t tell.
Image The heck’s that about? You make it sound like I’m not always beautiful! And after I came all the way here to see you!
Image Huh? You came from Zuri to see me?
Image Tch. As if! I happened to have some business in Halayard, so I swung by here on my way back! Don’t get the wrong idea!
Image Y-you’re right. There’s no way you’d come here otherwise…
Image Hehe. A true tsundere.
Image Oh right. Take a look at that! We just fixed the Generator!
Image Oh! It is working! Good job, Ruuji.
Image It’s all thanks to the Soraites and Zairin.
Image In that case, we should throw a party here too!
Image Garaga? Why are you here too?
Image Our tomboy princess snuck out of Zuri, so we came after her.
Image Kotona!
Image You can’t exactly sneak out in a Lanstag.
Image Uncle!
Image Oh, so you did come here from Zuri.
Image N-no! I wanted to go to Halayard…
Image It doesn’t matter! Let’s celebrate the Generator’s revival and our reunion!
Image Hey! I was walking outside the village and I found someone collapsed on the side of the road!
Image Who is it?
Image Let’s go!

Image This is the guy.
Image Ah!
Image It’s you.
Image Sorry, but can I get a glass of water… And the cheapest food in the village… And all the condiments you have…
Image Van!
Image Oh…

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[Orb, Ongoro Island]
Image As people born on Earth, regardless of whether we’re from the Alliance, Orb, or the PLANTs, we should respect each other and join hands to build a new era! As the first step towards that, I hereby declare the formation of the Earth Defense Force!
(Phone) (TL Note: EDF! EDF! This game came too early to call it “Compass”.)
Image Oh man, I could watch this footage over and over! It’s electrifying!
Image How long are you gonna keep watching that recording? It’s gross.
Image You don’t have to say that last part!
Image Anyway, it’s almost time for the meeting. If you’re late, you’ll get yelled at.
Image Oh, right. Let’s go!
[Door opens]
Image Mist, Angelica, you’re late! I told you to be five minutes early!
Image I’m sorry. We were talking about Atreem.
Image Whether it’s Atreem or Earth, we’re here to protect the planet. If you have a problem, feel free to quit.
Image I’m sorry. I, Mist, will do better next time!
Image Come on, Commander Elric. You don’t need to yell at him on his first day.
(Normal)
Image But Commander Athha, if you give this guy an inch, he’ll take a mile.
Image I agree.
Image Aren’t you supposed to back me up, Kouji?
Image Well, shall we begin the EDF’s first strategy meeting?
Image Even though this is technically a different group, I see nothing but familiar faces.
Image Members of Dannar Base, Build Base, the Photon Power Lab…
Image And the crews of the Archangel and Eternal…
Image Pretty much all of us fought against Edax last year.
Image That’s just how it is. We asked for volunteers, but you’re the only ones who showed up.
Image We also asked the Alliance, orb, and ZAFT regular forces…
Image But most of them declined, probably because they think we’re not strong enough.
Image We would be strong enough if they bothered to join! The cowards!
Image Yeah, yeah. Don’t get so angry, Yzak.
Image Well, I can understand being intimidated by such an impressive team.
Image Hmm… Maybe I should recruit Meer to help revise our PR plan…
Image That’s unnecessary. If we continue to promote our role in protecting world peace, I’m sure we’ll get more volunteers.
Image It’ll be a difficult road, and we don’t know how long it’ll take, but we’re going to work hard to achieve it. We’re all in this together.
Image Yes! I’ll do my best for the future of Earth, my new home!
Image I’ll fight for Earth with you, Mist.
Image Don’t forget about me!
Image For the time being, our focus is on Mimetic Beasts. Goh, please explain the current situation to everyone.
Image Roger.
Image Huh? Saruwatari, I thought you became the Director of Dannar Base. Did you enlist here as a pilot?
Image I’m leaving the stressful job to Shizuru. I’d rather be on active duty for as long as I live!
Image With the power of love between us, we’ll defeat the Mimetic Beasts!
Image Hey, Anna! What about AnnaMira! Are you breaking up our duo?
Image I’m sorry, Mira, but Gocchin can’t live without me.
Image I won’t let you do that! You’re my partner! I won’t let Goh take you!
Image No! I belong to Gocchin!
Image Good grief. Are they fighting over Anna now? These guys must really love love triangles…
[Alarm]
Image Status report!
Image This is the operations room! We’ve picked up several Mimetic Beasts on the radar! They’re heading towards Japan!
(Phone)
Image What? I haven’t explained anything yet!
Image It’s because we got sidetracked!
Image Should we issue an evacuation order to residents near the estimated landing point?
(Phone)
Image I don’t intend to let them reach the coast, but please issue the order just in case.
Image Roger! Rem, it’s the red button there.
Image R-right!
(Phone)
Image Hey, did you just say Rem?
Image Yep. Rem joined the EDF as a trainee operator.
Image So she volunteered too, eh…
Image Commander-in-Chief Athha! Give us the order to sortie!
Image All right! EDF, deploy! This is your first sortie, so be alert!
Image Roger! Let’s go, everyone!
Image Yes!

Image Systems, all green! Revrius, launch!
Image Serkerius, launch!
Image Serkerius, launch!
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[In the Sky]
Super Robot Wars K - Astral Burst

(Angelica Route)
Image It’s great to be working for Earth with you, the Commander, and all the friends I’ve met on Earth. I wanted the guys from the other Earth to join us too, but I’ll continue to protect this planet, my beloved Earth, forever and ever!
Image So you only want to protect the Earth?
Image Huh? What’re you getting at?
Image You’ll protect me too, right? Forever and ever?
Image It’s not like I have to protect you. You’re not weak.
Image Wanna try that again!?
Image I-I mean… Well… I’m always the one being protected and helped. Of course, I’ll try my best to become a fine man for you, but I’m still lacking… How should I put it…
Image You need support, right?
Image Yeah.
Image I know. I’ll support you until you’re a proper man. And when that happens…
Image Yes. I’ll protect you or die trying!
Image Mist…
Image Angelica…
Image Hey, you two. You can flirt on your own time. Everyone can hear you!
(Phone)
Image C-Commander!
Image Mist, you made that declaration in front of me, her father. Are you prepared?
Image Y-yes! Of course!
Image But you are immature right now… I can’t leave my precious daughter in the hands of someone like you. I’ll teach you everything I know, so prove to me that you’re someone who can surpass me!
Image Yes! I’ll surpass you one day! Today’s battle is my new beginning. Come on, Mimetic Beasts! I’m your opponent!
Image Hey, don’t charge off alone! I’m coming with you!
Image Yeah, we’ll be together forever! Let’s charge towards our future!

(Sheldia Route)
Image It’s great to be working for Earth with you, the Commander, and all the friends I’ve met on Earth. I wanted the guys from the other Earth to join us too, but I’ll continue to protect this planet, my beloved Earth, forever and ever!
Image Let’s do our best! I’ll make sure I protect you!
Image Yeah. With you by my side, I feel like I can’t lose to anyone!
Image I think the two of us are bound by a thread of fate. That’s why even though we were separated in Bezard, we were reunited in Darius. And because you were there, we were able to save Rem.
Image You’re exaggerating. Without your help, we wouldn’t be here today. But maybe I can believe in this thread of fate thing…
Image We’ll always be together! I’ll never leave your side! I’ll protect you forever and ever!
Image Let me protect you sometimes, okay?
Image Okay!
Image All right! Let’s protect our new home together!
Image Hey! Don’t leave me out of this!
(Phone)
Image Uwaah! Rem! How long were you listening?
Image It’s not just me. Everything you said was picked up on the radio. How can you have such an embarrassing conversation in front of everyone like that?
Image In front of everyone? Crap…
Image Mist! Sheldia! I won’t let you two be happy all by yourselves! I’ll be with you every step of the way!
Image I know that. No one is leaving you out of this, Rem. We’re a family. But please don’t get between me and Mist. Even I can get angry if you do.
Image Sure. Ah, watch out! The Mimetic Beast is right in front of you!
Image Roger! Let’s go, Mimetic Beast! Sheldia, I need your support!
Image I got you! The two of us are the best combination in the world!
Image Don’t just say we are, we need to show that we are!
Image Was that as good as Gainer’s confession?
Image Nothing’s that good.
Image Oh, come on. If you’re going to say it, then say it!
Image Fine. Our combination is the best in the universe! We won’t lose to anyone!
Image The power of the heart is…
Image …Invincible!!

There’s one additional scene, but you only get it if the heroine points are 15 in one girl and 14 in the other. Of course, it’s slightly different between heroines.

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[Onogoro Island, EDF Base)

(15 Angelica points)
[Doorbell]
Image Coming! Who could it be? Angelica should still be on duty…
Image Heya, Mist!
Image Good evening, Mist!
Image Sheldia! Rem! What brings you here?
Image We came to say hello to our new neighbors.
Image Neighbors? I thought you were staying at Dannar Base. You moved here?
Image We’re in unit 507!
Image Unit 507… Where’s that again? Wait a sec!
Image The Commander and Angelica are in 505, you’re in 506…
Image And we’re in 507!
Image You two being neighbors is unfair!
Image Unfair how?
Image Now we can come over and hang out at any time!
Image If you want, I can come over and cook for you every day.
Image I don’t think that’s--
Image That’s right! Why don’t the three of us live together just like in Bezard?
Image Seriou--
Image Hey! Mist, what are you doing!?
Image Angelica! Commander!
Image Perfect timing…
Image Sheldia and Rem? What are you doing here?
Image We just moved into unit 507!
Image It’s nice to meet you, neighbors.
Image W-w-what? Is this some sort of prank?
Image I’m serious.
Image Huh?
Image I won’t give you Mist!
Image Mist really loves you, Sis!
Image H-hey! What are you talking about!?
Image Now that Angelica and I are neighbors, we’re on equal footing. The real fight begins now!
Image Very well. I accept your challenge.
Image H-hey! What are you on about?
Image You shut up. This is a battle between women.
Image Commander! Help me!
Image This is outside my area of expertise. You’ll have to survive this on your own. I don’t want any reports.
Image Aw man…
Image I won’t lose!
Image How dare you say something like that!
Image Uwaaaaah… What’s going to happen now!?

(15 Sheldia points)
Image Mist! Sheldia! Let’s have lunch!
Image Yeah, let’s do it! The three of us haven't had a meal together in a while.
Image What are you talking about? We ate together the day before yesterday.
Image That’s more than a day ago. Clearly that can be considered a while.
Image Whatever…
Image I want some omurice today.
Image I’m in the mood for some spicy fried rice.
Image Please decide between western or Chinese food.
Image Which do you prefer?
Image Hmm… Western is good, but is it better than Chinese? But I am hankering for some of Sheldia’s Bezardian food…
Image Come on! You can’t even decide on what you want for lunch? You’re too indecisive.
Image What’s that about?
Image Mist, Sheldia, I was looking for you.
Image …
Image Commander and Angelica!
Image What do you need?
Image I wanted to talk to you about your new assignment, Sheldia.
Image She’s being reassigned?
Image I want Sheldia to enroll in Dannar Base’s pilot training school. I’ll have them re-teach you how to pilot from scratch.
Image What!? I’m going back to school?
Image Yes. I acknowledge your combat experience, but you still lack the fundamentals. Your fighting style is so dangerous, I can barely watch. So, we’re going to have you start from the beginning.
Image I don’t wanna! I’m too old for school!
Image No objections. You’re starting tomorrow.
Image If I go back to school, who will be Mist’s partner?
Image As the squad leader, I’ll be his partner.
Image What!?
Image Squad leader!? You?
Image That’s right. Considering her past achievements, I’ve promoted her to squad leader. She wants to be your partner once more.
Image What about fusing!? Without me, he can’t form Solvrius Rex!
Image Angelica will start training to do that. Together, they should be able to produce more mental strength than with you. You can go back to school without any worries.
Image WHAT!?
Image Commander, that’s too much…
Image Are you going to disobey a direct order?
Image Let’s be partners and get along like we did on Atreem, Mist.
Image Mist, you’re a man who’s going to be my successor. Do you know what that means?
Image What do you mean?
Image Sorry, Mist. This is what I want. Even if I have to use some force, I’ll make you mine.
Image WHAAAAAAAT!?
Image I knew it! Father and daughter are conspiring to separate me from Mist! You’re pure evil! I won’t lose to you! I’ll never give you Mist!
Image Yeah! Don’t give up, Sheldia! Do your best!
Image Sheldia, this is where our battle really begins. I’ll steal Mist from you!
Image Mist and I are bound together by the thread of fate. We won’t be separated so easily!
Image Oh great… What’s going to happen now?

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Roll credits.

This game ends on 3 different screens, depending on your heroine points.

Mostly Angelica
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Mostly Sheldia
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And one where Mist can’t decide (aka 15 points in one girl).
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You can save the completed save file and load it to start NG+. In NG+, you can choose 3 more series as your favorites and you can manually choose the spirit lists for Mist, Angelica, and Sheldia. You also get to keep a portion of the total money you earned in all your previous playthroughs on that save file.

And that does it for Super Robot Wars K! Thank you for reading.

Here are some fun facts about this project:
  • It took about 4.7 months to get through this project (145 days).
  • Total recorded playtime is about 55 hours across all route splits. The main save file is about 35-40ish hours.
  • There are 64 documents in total, meaning a total of 64 updates.
  • The combined document is 1,403 pages in MS Word.
  • There are 430 total mugshots, spread across 292 named and generic characters.
  • The character with the most individual mugshots is tied between Goh and Van (5 each).
  • There are about 8,800 ellipses (...).
  • There are about 35,126 total images, with about 3,786 being screenshots.That means there’s approximately 31,340 lines of dialogue.
  • Mist has about 2,341 lines of dialogue. Angelica has about 1,049 lines. Sheldia has about 840. This is across all route splits, multiple scenes done twice for each heroine, and Angelica being the “canon” route.
  • The licensed characters with the most lines are Daiya (855), Goh (743), Kiriko (603), Cagalli (597), and Jeeg Kenji (591).
  • The main character with the least amount of lines is Virtual-ON’s Chief (121).
  • For the other main characters: Van (538), Koji (484), Kazuki (475), Gainer (470), Ruuji (450), Kira (326), Shinn (258), Roll (132), and Selene (128).
  • There are 112 musical cues.
  • Atreem is mentioned by name 103 times. Bezard is mentioned 62 times.
See you all next time for Super Robot Wars Compact 3!
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BolticThunder
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Bit late, had to binge the last few chapters. Still, quite the ride in the end. K is still a pretty good game, though the writing could be better. Mist is actually way less bad than I thought, I must say. Plus the choice of series is (in my opinion) kind of bland, they make it work. Overall, the game was okay, the LP was way better. Keep up the good work Ragnell!
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