Are you adventurers,
who seek the true form of the mythical being
that dwells deep beyond the waterfalls named Perilous?
If you are, you must first find me.
The year was 1889. In the Atlantic Ocean,
ship after ship met with mysterious accidents.
People laid the blame on monsters
which had lived in the seas from ancient times.
The world powers accused each other
of attacks using new weapons.
It was a time of dangerous buildup of military tension.
Heavy industries, led by steel mills, were expanding,
and foreign trade was growing.
The world powers growled over colonies in Asia and Africa.
There were repeated military clashes.
Towards the end of the 19th Century,
civilization prospered, but the people cowered with fear
as the threat of a world war loomed ever closer.
In your eyes I see a bright future
Lighting up everything
I don't like timid people, I won't betray the blue sky
Before I dream, I want to fly
My heart's music box opens and resounds
As it begins to play, I am gladdened and encouraged
In your eyes I see a bright future
Words are an eternal signal
Don't forget to try in mind
More than a jewel, love
Lights up everything
Paris... Paris...
It's the Eiffel Tower!
What a terrific sight!
So this is the Paris Exposition!
There is still a one hour waiting time.
Don't push! Please, don't push!
Amazing!
Wow! How cool!
But they're not ready to fly.
It sure is big! But there's too much loss in the drive system.
It feels like we've come more to see people than inventions.
Darn it! The contest is about to start!
The First lnternational Flying Competition will now begin.
This competition will be for flight distance.
The winner will receive a cash prize of 20,000 francs!
Uncle!
Hey, Jean, I was waiting for you!
Sorry to be late.
Is that so? Sorry to be late.
Is that so?
Look over there! Number 1 aircraft is getting ready to take off.
What do you think about that one?
Those wings won't support the engine.
Wind force two... with the wind eight meters.
Really? If so, that one's going to crash.
The flight distance for Number 1 was eight meters.
Just as we thought!
Next, the Number 2 craft.
This aircraft has been flown over Dover in England.
Lord Arkwright, if you please?
Too bad, Lord!
Uncle, when's our turn?
Sorry, Jean. I drew Number 102.
It'll be evening then.
I guess so. It'll be evening then.
I guess so.
It's still early, but let's take the aircraft out of the boat, okay?
Sure.
You didn't get seasick on the way over, did you?
Just a little.
I see, well, that's good to hear.
You got a lot of work done even though you were on the boat.
Yeah.
Sorry about that, but you know I can't stand ships.
Don't worry about it.
Speaking of ships, I'm told that America ordered her new battleship
to hunt down the sea monsters.
You lost your father to them.
His death hasn't been confirmed yet.
Yeah, that's right.
Number 22, the Pierre!
The top contender!
That's the top contender?!
It looks like the prize is ours.
So it seems, and by a wide margin too!
You think so too?
That 20,000 francs is ours!
Now we can really start inventing.
My old lady won't be able to complain.
But before that, we're going to have lots of fun in Paris!
We could go look for your father,
but you could go looking for a girlfriend too.
Now, Jean, we only live once! We've got to make the most of it!
Hey, Jean, hand me that wrench, will you?
Well, what's the matter?
Uncle, I have to go! Well, what's the matter?
Uncle, I have to go!
Hey, what about the 20,000 francs?
I haven't forgotten!
I'll be back by evening!
20,000 francs!
I've found her at last.
It's her all right.
You guys better not lose her!
Right!
Looks like she's headed for the Eiffel Tower.
France, Spain, ltaly, Egypt, Africa...
Say, King, I wonder where I was born?
Africa the same as you?
But you wouldn't know either, would you?
Yeah...
If we could only fly, we could go searching.
You can fly!
I'm Jean, Jean Rocque Raltique.
I'm the boy who can take you through the skies.
What's wrong? Don't you believe me?
We can really fly!
I came from Le Havre to compete in the flying competition.
Where did you come from?
Wait, let me guess...
India?
What? It's not lndia?
I'm sorry, but I don't know a thing about you. So why should l...
Good! You answered me.
I thought maybe you couldn't understand me.
Look, I'm sorry if I said something wrong.
You're lying! My dark skin must look funny to you.
That's not true!
I wonder. Well then, what do you want with me?
We happen to be in Paris at the same time.
I thought how nice it would be if we could be friends!
No, thank you.
Funny looking cat.
He's a lion.
Now, don't keep looking so grim.
We only live once, you know! We've got to make the most of it!
What is this? It's an amazing invention.
King, let's go.
That's enough. Stop making such a scene in public.
I've been watching you for so long, so long now!
Don't be so hard on the kid, Ms. Grandis.
Yeah, let's get down to business first.
You two shut up! Give me that blue glass bauble this instant.
We've searched all over Europe looking for you and that bauble.
Hurry up now!
Or else! Hurry up now!
Or else!
Put those away, please. She's only a small child.
Right!
Hurry up and hand it over.
Never!
Is that so? Sanson! Never!
Is that so? Sanson!
Anytime!
Hanson! Anytime!
Hanson! Ready!
Take care of her. Ready!
Take care of her.
Yes, Ma'am!
She jumped!
After them!
Goodbye.
That was amazing!
It sure was! That was amazing!
It sure was!
What's wrong with you?! She got away!
Oh well, we know where she's headed.
We do? Where's that?
The way she moved and that funny looking cat should make it clear.
Change of plans. Let's get out of here before anyone comes.
Right!
Like an acrobat and that funny cat...
Lion...
That's it! They're from a circus!
Mister, when does the show start?
Oh, very soon.
What a relief! She's okay!
It's show time. Change into your costume.
Master, I don't feel like performing today.
If I do, I feel that something evil is going to happen.
I can't allow that!
You had your breakfast this morning, didn't you?
Yes.
Then you have to earn it by working.
I understand.
Ladies and gentlemen!
Thank you for waiting!
And now, may I introduce to you
Jungle Dancer, Princess Nadia!
I see! So her name is Nadia!
Now, remember.
No more rough stuff.
We're going to talk quietly and legally.
Right.
But what's legal about phoney money?
You talk too much!
Circus master!
There's something I want to talk to you about.
Chotomess!
Seti! Neferto!
Up!
That calls for a big round of applause!
She's wonderful!
That was Princess Nadia!
Bon jour, mademoiselle.
What's the matter? She's your sister, isn't she?
Yes, I am. I'm Grandis Granba.
I've looked all over for you, Nadia. Now, let's go home.
Every girl likes flowers.
No, let me go! No!
It's no use struggling and making a fuss!
I'm your legal guardian, aren't l?
Look, I've paid for your keep up to now.
Master, please!
That's the way it is! Master, please!
That's the way it is!
Now, shall we go?
Nadia!
Wait for me!
I tried to be nice to her and see what happens!
Now we use force!
You got it!
Hey, Nadia! Nadia, listen to me.
Those three are after you, right? I'll help you get away!
I can get away by myself!
Don't call me Nadia so casually. I'm not on display anymore!
Don't be so hardheaded.
Get on!
Why do those three want that stone so badly?
Is it so valuable?
You don't have to say if you don't want to.
Where are they?
Don't worry. They can't catch us on foot. Where are they?
Don't worry. They can't catch us on foot.
Amazing! An iron covered wagon? I wonder who invented that?
That would be me!
You can't get away now. Come over here before you get hurt!
So that's your answer.
Let them have it!
Okay, here we go. Let them have it!
Okay, here we go.
You're going to see what happens when you disobey your elders!
You think you can get away on a toy like that?
I'll show you! Okay, Ma'am?
Sure, go ahead. I'll show you! Okay, Ma'am?
Sure, go ahead.
Hanson!
I know what to do. Hanson!
I know what to do.
Nadia!
What's this? Hey, stop this! It's dangerous!
You brat, that's what you get for meddling.
Get a little sense in your head!
Before anyone comes, let's switch to flight mode.
Yes, Ma'am!
Geez, I almost got killed! Yes, Ma'am!
Geez, I almost got killed!
Wait!
Geez, he won't give up. Wait!
Geez, he won't give up.
What shall we do?
Let him go. We've got the Blue Water now. What shall we do?
Let him go. We've got the Blue Water now.
Goodbye! Adios!
Sayonara!
Where is that, Jean?
Uncle!
Hey, I've been waiting for you!
Is it ready to fly?
Can't you go a little faster?!
We're flying at top speed already.
It would have been faster traveling on the ground.
Number 99, the Hinomoto craft!
What is this? You're out of turn!
Jean!
Come on, climb!
That's the way!
This feels great! That's the way!
This feels great!
There it is!
We'll head straight for Dover. There it is!
We'll head straight for Dover.
Farewell, my lovely city of flowers!
Nadia!
Wait a moment! I'm coming to your rescue!
Look out!
Get out of my way!
What was that?
What are you doing?!
Nadia, are you all right?
Yes, but I can't get these things off. Nadia, are you all right?
Yes, but I can't get these things off.
Wait a second. Oh, they're made of paper.
Do something about this cat!
It's a lion!
I'll show you!
Thank you!
Stop!
Look, I'm not ready to die in a crash yet.
Don't worry. We have the Seine below us.
Those kids are pretty good.
But I'll never give up!
That Blue Water will be mine!
They can't come after us on water. Let's get away on this boat.
Are you cold?
No. What's your name?
What? Haven't I told you yet?
I'm sorry. I guess I forgot.
You shouldn't forget me. Jean! I'm Jean!
Thank you, Jean, for rescuing me.
Where will you go now? Back to the circus?
I can't go back.
What about your folks?
I don't have any.
I see.
It's the same with me.
Say, why don't you come to Le Havre with me!
I have an uncle there.
Uncle and Auntie are both very nice.
I'm sure they'll be glad to help us.
Hey!
Hey, Jean!
Uncle!
Look at this, Jean! It's a special prize!
We were not an official participant, and so no prize money.
That's wonderful! We'll go on ahead.
Okay.
Be careful now!
Treat her good.
Sure!
What should I do about this impatience in my heart?
I have lost sight of my distant dreams
I cry as I look up to the sky
Where our promise shines brightly
Try! Comforting words are like breezes that don't reach my heart
My misgivings grow
But I make my own decisions so
I will probably be all right on my own
Even if I stumble, even if I get lost, there's always tomorrow