Space Guardian: ANGEL LINKS
You cannot run fast, if you`re groping in the dark
Space Guardian: ANGEL LINKS But fearless of the pitch black
I have decided to go forth
Always in my heart
There`s love and courage
Filled to the brim
As my soul swells softly
So I can do
I`ll never let it rain on my soul
No matter what, it`s All My Soul!
Seize the moment tomorrow And grasp tightly, and more
To change into something sure
For My Self
One day I`ll be able to run with more strength
Faster than fate
As I seek the future
This is cargo vessel Octopus, transiting the Southwestern rim...
...of the Oracion System, headed for Ascension in Newton Drive.
We are about to enter the orbital space of Planet 3.
All right! Don`t damage the cargo!
Aye-aye!
Pirates!
Defensive positions! Distress signal!
Distress signal sent!
You don`t have a chance with toys like that!
How foolish to pass through pirate space without an escort!
That`s...
...Angel Links!
Thanks for waiting!
Enemy Grappler ships are dispersing and retreating.
This one won`t be needing my strategic expertise.
Even third-rate pirates shall be dealt with properly, I say.
By the time this tea is ready, it`ll be too late.
Perhaps it`s time to send them to the world beyond.
Well then, we`d better finish this up before the tea turns bitter.
Links Cannon! Prepare to fire!
Output, 20%.
Confirming cargo vessel escape.
Fire!
That must be the...
ANGEL LINKS
Episode 1 : Guardian Angel
Oracion System
The Oracion System...
Oracion System ...is an area rich in mineral deposits on the frontier of space.
Large unarmed cargo vessels ply the vacuum, hauling minerals...
...and, not unlike the law of the jungle...
...the pirates prey upon the weak like packs of hyenas.
The police were no match for their crafty maneuvers...
...and companies had no choice but to seek out other protection.
Out of this situation, private security firms emerged...
...equipped with advanced ships and staffed by professionals.
One such firm, the Links Group, provides a free escort service...
Deputy Commander-KOSEI HIDA One such firm, the Links Group, provides a free escort service...
...offering much hope to small firms with limited means.
Tactical Officer-VALERIA VERTONE ...offering much hope to small firms with limited means.
Platoon Commander - DUUZ DELAX REX
And leading this firm...
...is a young 1 6-year-old girl...
Commander - MEIFON LI ...is a young 1 6-year-old girl...
Commander - MEIFON LI ...called Meifon Li.
Planet Oracion IV
Spaceship Angel, Returning to Oracion IV.
Configuring for touch down.
Oh, I must thank you so much for escorting our ship recently.
You`re welcome.
If you need us again, feel free to ask.
Yes, I certainly will.
You are truly a bright light...
...to us smaller security firms, Miss Meifon.
Well, Miss Meifon Li!
I want to express my sincere gratitude for...
...escorting our president recently!
On behalf of the President, I just wanted to thank...
Well, I want to thank you for your cooperation...
...in handling the security for the transport of prisoners.
A free pirate fighting service was my grandfather`s dying wish.
You can thank my grandfather at his grave.
Well, yes indeed...
I didn`t think I had to come to these things.
The terms of our contract deal with all aspects of Angel Links.
And that includes these receptions.
She`s very well suited to dealing with these grown-ups.
Their sense of paranoia... Their political maneuvers...
She doesn`t buy into such petty grown-up insincerities.
She won`t get duped by the powerful, huh?
My, my...
...a Dragonite like you using such a human expressions.
Sure.
Well, well. You seem to be causing quite a stir.
Who are you?
Excuse my oversight, I am...
As you can see...
Oh...
Gordon & Co.?
We`re in the same business.
To think the leading transport and information firm...
...the Links Group, would be succeeded by such a beautiful girl.
Moreover, entering a particularly vulgar line of business...
...struck me as surprising, or, should I say, foolhardy?
Your free pirate fighting business is a bit of a blow to us competitors.
You must go easy with it.
We`ll see about that.
Don`t you think it`s a bit impolite to call it ""vulgar""?
We realized the need to protect and help nurture smaller firms...
...and have worked by cooperating with each other.
Well, having a young girl...
...in command of such a large and powerful ship...
...seems a bit reckless.
If I was her parent, I`d be very...
Feeding your anger?
Fighting pirates at no charge...
...will inevitably attract some unwanted attention.
To think such a young and beautiful girl...
...could own her own company.
Oh, how envious they must be!
She has no modesty.
Did you say something?!
Commander?
Huh?
Listen here!
My name is Exiade Leego.
I`ll only say this once.
I want to trade these hostages for 1 00 kilos of dragon stone.
-Leon Lau was captured by pirates?
- Bring it loaded in 4 trunks.
-Leon Lau. He was planning...
- I designate Angel Links...
-to attend the reception. - to transport the ransom.
-It happened on his way here.
-It`s free, right?
-Didn`t he have an escort?
- You have six hours.
-He did. - You have six hours.
-But they...
-If you`re late...
-Who`s they? -If you`re late...
-Ashid B-type. -...the hostages die.
Well, then. I`ll be waiting.
As hid B is a group...
...made up of degenerate mercenaries.
They`re a tough bunch.
Let`s go.
He was invited after all.
And I am his host.
We have to go pick up this guest.
Gravity cycle unit! Activated!
Bridge interior inertia control.
General controls, commence control transfer.
Dock draining, complete.
Advance flying unit, launch preparation complete.
3...2... 1...
Take-off!
Advance flying unit, launch confirmed.
Right!
Angel Links, launch!
Advance flying unit surpassing Mach 1.
Spreading the sound barrier.
As long as you pay them enough...
...those guys will do anything.
Including kidnapping.
Exiade Leego...
...the boss of a gang that`ll do anything for money.
Two months ago...
...they caused 50 casualties on Metanoia.
The airport bombing was their doing as well.
Leon Lau has distinguished himself over the past few years
...as the owner of an airline.
He`s known as the ""King of Travel"".
He`s also known for his charity...
...Iike building a school for orphans.
I see.
You sure got a lot of nerve picking a fight with Angel Links.
If I were you, I`d worry about yourself before anybody else!
Shut up, you stupid kid!
Don`t you...
Don`t you touch Yayoi!
If you kill her...
...you won`t be living very long!
What did you say?!
Boss!
Our treasure has arrived!
The escort ship is in pieces!
How atrocious.
We`re here to take the hostages as we agreed.
All right. Bring the goods, leave your weapons, and come aboard.
Don`t try anything stupid!
Understood.
Well...
The rumors were right about you being a babe.
Can`t believe a beauty like you could be a pirate fighter.
I`m gonna have to frisk you.
What are you trying to do?!
Duuz! Let go of him!
Do what you wish...
Meifon...
You gonna confiscate this too?
Never mind!
You brought the dragon stones?
Gotta hand it to the Links Group.
Only you could come up with those priceless dragon stones so quickly.
I`ve held up my end.
Release the two hostages now.
We`re taking you and Pretty Boy with us until we get to safety.
Don`t think too badly of it.
So much for that.
Until we get word...
...standby on combat alert!
Got that?!
I`m very sorry this had to happen.
It`s not your fault.
More importantly...
What`s wrong?
Cheer up a bit!
Let`s see a smile.
When you`re sad, I get sad too.
Were you surprised?
There you go.
Laugh more.
I`ll save you.
I`m here too...
...so we`re going to get that bad guy!
Ow...!
You promise?
Shake on that?
Okay.
You have a beautiful daughter.
Actually, she lost her parents shortly after she was born.
That`s right.
You support a school for orphans.
Yes.
Some people say it`s just a publicity stunt.
Maybe my reasons are selfish.
But...
...when I see her smile I don`t care what anyone says.
Smiles suit children the most.
It`s time to say good-bye.
Get up.
It`s our territory from here.
We have no use for you anymore.
We`re gonna send you out with the trash.
Let`s go.
Hurry up!
What the...?!
Excuse me.
Meifon!
Hurry up! This way!
Don`t let them get away!
Come in, Angel Links! This is Meifon!
Come in, Angel Links!
It`s a transmission from the commander!
Let`s go pick them up!
Full speed ahead!
Aye-aye!
There`s an escape capsule in the hangar!
This way!
Stop them!
Get in, quick!
My Teddy Bear!
No! Don`t go there!
Come back here now!
Yayoi!
How unfortunate.
Stop that!
Who`s next?
How about Pretty Boy?
Or the girl?
Or how about the kid?
Taffei!
This is Angel Links.
We have arrived.
Get the hell out of here!
They`re pretty gutless when they lose their boss.
Links Cannon! Prepare to fire!
Aye-aye!
Position gun!
Set!
Energy charge-up!
70%...
...90...
... 1 00...
... 1 1 5...
Remove safety!
Activate, ship-wide anti-shock system.
Adjust sights!
Target!
Lock-on!
Links Cannon!
Fire!
Damn! Useless idiots!
Grandfather...
It`s been 6 months since Angel Links...
...was formed in accordance with your last wish.
A free pirate fighting service invites all sorts of reactions.
CHENHOU LI But I don`t pay much attention.
CHENHOU LI Anyway, we`re all enjoying ourselves.
Leon Lau!
This one insisted on coming to thank you.
Thank you, Miss.
Huh?
Where did Meifon go?
This is...
Since when...?
MEIFON LI Died June 30, Year 1 59 At Age 1 7
This can`t be?!
On the other side of the moon
What is being hidden
Stuffed with secrets
The soul is a treasure chest
Someday, I`ll be kissed and
When the key opens the way
Will the happiness
Really last forever?
Something will suddenly collapse
Over and over deep in my life
And then you can never return
Yesterday`s feelings fade away
If you can live without stopping a thing
I just want to know what makes the moon move.
Next time...
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