Looking up at the purple panorama of the galaxy highway...
...a shooting star pierces my heart.
My accelerating heartbeat is
synchronized with the sleepless city...
...and I suddenly pray for the unseen tomorrow...
...that brings that melody.
A mysterious voice won't let me go.
Oh, tell me seventh moon, this frustrated heart...
...where will you take me to?
To sway in the blue seventh moon...
...searching for the answer to the rhythm in this crazy dance.
Macross 7 is a giant emigrant fleet...
Macross 7 Fleet
...which set out into the galaxy in search of habitable planets.
However, space is an unpredictable environment.
Gigil
Seven years after leaving Earth...
...they were attacked by an unknown enemy, and City 7 was separated from the fleet.
Battle 7
City 7
Residents of City 7
Ray Lovelock
Hojo Akiko
The enemy attacks to destroy...
...but their true purpose is to steal human spiritual energy, or "Spiritia.''
This terrible enemy leaves its victims comatose and retreats to an unknown place.
Furthermore, Sivil, an even more vicious enemy, has appeared and infiltrated City 7.
Sivil
Sivil heard the singing of Fire Bomber's Nekki Basara and appeared to be in pain.
Fire Bomber
Nekki Basara
She became curious about a powerful Spiritia known as Anima Spiritia.
Spiritia Gauge
Dangerous Kiss
I'm tired.
Let's just get this cleaned up.
Hey, what's wrong ?!
Normal Spiritia.
Good morning, music fans of City 7.
It's time for "Morning Sound.''
Here's some hot news.
The extremely popular new group, Fire Bomber, is beginning work on a new album.
They're so popular, the fans must be anxious !
Anima Spiritia !
Wrong.
No.
Not that one.
No good.
There !
That one !
I want them to be able to concentrate during recording, so refuse all press coverage.
I understand.
This is an important time for Fire Bomber, so let's all stay focused.
All right.
Akiko, we're about ready for a test run.
Akiko...
Oh, yeah, I was going to a recording test.
What ?
Your rhythm is slow, Basara ! We're playing 1/8 time here !
The notes aren't just symbols, they're a matter of heart.
It's irritating when you play things just any way you like !
Stop whining, and just play along with me.
What're you talking about ?!
What do you think, Akiko ?
Well...
...why don't you play along with Basara ?
That's okay, isn't it ?
But...
Let's just give Basara's way a try.
Where the heck is Paul ?
Didn't he come to get you a while ago, Akiko ?
I haven't seen him.
He's probably off taking a nap somewhere.
What a guy.
Shall we get started ?
The city pounds with life 24 hours a day.
Tonight, tonight !
I'm charging on through.
In the crowd of eyes on the fire escapes I see above...
Sign of the times ! They're searching for it too...
A blue diamond that dazzles the eyes...
...will turn to glass.
Baby, watch your step !
What is this strange feeling ?
We'll be ready to launch in five hours, after resupply.
That's too late ! Do you hear me ?!
If you aren't finished in three hours, I'll give you something to regret !
Commander Gigil, it's Lord Gepelnitch.
Gepelnitch, eh ?
Commander Gigil has attacked the samples again without permission.
He is currently making preparations for another attack.
I would like to acquire the samples without harming them.
Keep an eye on him.
Yes, sir.
You called for me, my lord ?
From now on I will give my orders to this one.
Gigil, you must obey him.
Let's break for lunch.
Mylene, you have a visitor.
Gamlin !
Recording must be hard work.
Thank you !
Here's a little something. Share it with the staff.
Thanks.
My mom must have been strict as an instuctor pilot.
I'll say. She wouldn't permit a single mistake.
Many new pilots were told they had no talent, and were forced to quit.
I can just see it.
Is Mayor Miria strict at home, too ?
To the point where it's a nuisance.
I can just see it.
It's more powerful than I imagined. I like it.
Mayor, you shouldn't fly something as dangerous as this yourself.
It's the mayor's job to protect the citizens.
Besides, I'm the only one who has the skill to pilot this.
B...but...
Hey, repaint it red...
...so it'll be more eyecatching !
But this is a military...
It's all right.
Did I surprise you ?
There are some things that surprise even you, Basara.
Can...I help you with something, Akiko ?
I just wanted to talk.
With me ?
Of course, is there anyone else here ?
Well, no.
Right ?
What is it you wanted to talk about ?
It's nothing that formal.
For instance, where did you meet Ray ?
Huh ? You don't know ?
You know he doesn't talk about things like that.
Well, that's true...
You're like that, too.
You don't talk.
Is that right ?
Yes.
It's similar somehow.
What is ?
You and Ray, you're so similar.
Why're you looking at me like that ?
Geez !
Nekki Basara ! You're such a...!
I'm such a what ?!
Basara ?
What's wrong ?
Akiko, you're stepping on my hot dog.
Currently, we intend to focus all of our efforts on locating City 7.
Take a look at the monitor.
As it says in the materials I sent you, this is the man we captured in City 7.
Surprisingly, he's a human from Earth...
...and a member of the unit sent to investigate the 4th planet in the Varauta System.
Take a look at the next graphic.
It's of the appearance of a new enemy...
...which we think is a body of energy which moves faster than the speed of light.
A body of energy which moves faster than the speed of light ?
Is it the enemy's new weapon ?
We can't jump to conclusions.
Protodeviln.
Then, what is it ?
There's no sense in sitting back with our arms folded.
I would like to propose sending a unit to the 4th planet in the Varauta System.
It's decided then.
There's something at Varauta.
I can't believe it !
Last time it was a biker named Rex !
Another woman, also ?
What a scoundrel !
He goes after anyone he can get his hands on !
That's the kind of man Basara is. That should be clear now !
You should have nothing to do with someone so insincere !
He made a pass at you too, didn't he ?
Not at me...
That's fortunate.
He's just a playboy, through and through.
He doesn't care about deep feelings.
Between men and women, once there's love, there should be...
How do I say it...
Is that the way it is for you, Gamlin ?
Well, love is...
Anyway, you should have nothing to do with Basara !
I agree !
Just what hole did you crawl out of ?!
I'm not a bug.
Pretty similar.
What can I say...
It's none of your business ! Stay out of it !
Mylene, we're getting started.
Okay !
See ya later, Gamlin.
It's comforting to have someone like you on our side.
Y...yeah.
Hey, Ray, isn't Akiko acting a little strange today ?
Now that you mention it...
What's wrong ? Are you feeling a little ill ?
What ? Why ?
Oh, it's nothing.
Oh, you're concerned about me ?
Let's listen to the test run.
The city pounds with life 24 hours a day.
Tonight, tonight !
I'm charging on through.
In the crowd of eyes on the fire escapes I see above...
Sign of the times ! They're searching for it too...
Akiko !
Akiko ?
Are you alright ?
I'm alright.
Have something cold to drink.
Thanks.
Maybe you're tired.
I'm fine.
Oh, good ! I don't know what we'd do if you became ill right now.
I'm alright.
Say, Akiko...
What ?
Can I ask you something ?
Go ahead.
Um... Well...
How should I say it...
When Basara was...
Akiko, Basara was on top of you, um, well...
What am I saying ? See ya !
Little nuisance.
Sivil, I've come for you !
Commander Gigil, please wait.
Lord Gepelnitch has not given such orders.
Shut up ! I haven't come here to do battle ! I'm looking for Sivil !
But...
You, shut up !
Who did a thing like this ?
Neat, huh ?
Do you like it ?
Mayor !
Let's launch, Gamlin.
Mayor, you aren't qualified in a VF-17 !
What're you talking about ? Come on.
I'll show you what a real dogfight is.
D1 to D2. Formation F. Don't be late.
Mayor, wait ! I'm Diamond Force. Please follow my orders.
I was your instructor !
That was long ago. As a member of Diamond Force, I have...
I can't believe you can say that after you destroyed my favorite plane.
Well, as far as that's concerned, I've apologized many times.
I'm the mayor. Just follow my orders.
You must follow military protocol !
Just make sure you don't get in my way !
Commander Gigil, you said there would be no combat.
Shut up ! The enemy showed up, so I'm chasing them away !
Sorry to keep you waiting !
You'll get in the way ! Just go flirt with your girlfriends !
You playboy !
What's that all about ?
If you do anything to Mylene, I won't let you get away with it !
This is combat, what're you arguing about ?
Talking about Mylene !
It's a private matter.
I won't let anyone stop me from singing !
They're at it again.
Spiritia.
Commander Gigil, please stop. You are disobeying Lord Gepelnitch.
Shut up. I know.
As long as you understand.
Don't give me orders !
Commander Gigil, why ?
He tried to desert while facing the enemy. Deserters deserve death !
Yes, sir !
Gamlin, enemy ship at 5 o'clock !
I know !
I'll shoot them all down !
Mayor, you're too close !
This is how you dogfight. Watch closely, Gamlin !
Mayor !
What the hell ?! With just two fighters ?!
Listen to my song !
Is it true ?
Yes, sir. Commander Gigil fired himself.
Gigil doesn't seem to understand.
Nice work.
Mayor, you were impressive, but please don't go out fighting too often.
I would have destroyed them all myself without your help.
Mom, did Gamlin save you ?
Thanks for saving Mom. She's rather stubborn.
No, I just did my duty.
It must really burn her up that you saved her.
Basara: Mylene: Gamlin: Ray: Veffidas:
Nobutoshi Hayashi Tomo Sakurai Takehito Koyasu Masashi Sugahara Urara Takano
Max: Exedore: Gepelnitch: Miria: Gigil: Michael:
Sho Hayami Ohbayashi Ryunosuke Inoue Yo Eri Takeda Nishimura Tomohiro Murozono Takehito
Flower Girl: Sivil:
Nakagawa Akiko ?
Our voices synchronize just like falling in love and kissing.
Translation Jamira
Editing Psycho KORps Central Anime
My heart is always here for you.
Timing Todd Perkins
Song Translations Jamira Hiro-kun
But, oh! I wonder what your shining eyes...
A Psycho KORps Central Anime Co-production DVD Version
...are searching for ? Oh, My Friends !
I'm going to run with you toward a star where our dreams are.
NOT FOR SALE OR RENT
When we look at each other everything will become real.
Preview
Oh no ! City 7 is being pulled into a star !
Fire ! I'm burning up !
Don't be stupid ! City 7's gonna melt !
I'll sing till I die !
Next time, Men of Burning Passion.
Men of Burning Passion
Radically Bomber !