The Willgem was attacked by one of the Royal Guard's SUMOs.
Because of this...
I forgot that I was carrying those nuclear bombs and charged into battle to protect the ship.
And there, I met Lady Kihel, who was posing as Queen Dianna once more.
I really don't have any idea how I'm supposed to act around her now.
Holding It In The Chest
This way.
The Bridge ship's capabilities on the earth are ready to be tested.
Luckily for us, Commander Phil has already issued the orders to conduct such an exercise.
Ambassador Miran doesn't seem to believe that I could possibly be Kihel Heim.
Deploying the wings!
We're ready for takeoff! Final check...
All clear!
We'll head below.
Are we prepared for the landing test at the designated location? - Yes Sir!
Am I meant to leave from here?
There is a place I'd like you to go.
There! That's where the nuclear blast occurred!
- Oh dear... - That's...
It's just like a crater on the Moon, isn't it?
An entire city can be leveled with just one blast...
Her Majesty, Lily Borjarnon. Salute!
- Keep up the good work. - Thank you very much!
The assistance from the Luzianna Navy has proved to be invaluable.
Naturally.
We were formed with the purpose of defending Luzianna's ocean border.
That's right. Luzianna never had a sea border until Hughes purchased this land over 300 years ago.
I suppose my ancestors were the type who think ahead, right?
Miss Sochie, have you seen Miss Dianna yet?
I've not gotten a chance to talk to her. Sir Guin has said that no one is allowed to speak with her alone.
Oh? But then, why is that?
Lady Sochie has a hatred for the Moonrace, and believes that they are all our enemies.
Your father was killed as a result of this war?
Dianna Soriel murdered my father.
Captain Loran, what are you thinking about?
What?
We need to cross this ocean, and yet you haven't done anything other than stare at it, lost in thought.
Sorry.
You're supposed to be this vessel's Captain!
The least you could do is start memorizing this map's layout.
Where are you going to be?
I'll collect our supplies from the command post.
That's right, I forgot that the Militia men would be on the boats.
That's correct. As of now, we're all part of an official battalion, so we should start acting like one.
Dianna Soriel is not aboard this ship!
That isn't true!
She has said it herself that she's Dianna Soriel...
And her sophisticated mannerisms tell me that it must be her!
Lady Kihel Heim's only the daughter of a mine owner.
Even she acts sophisticated.
No, only Queen Dianna can pose with such grace!
If that were the case, what do you intend to do?
Then, I'd be extremely happy!
That's exactly right.
Lady Lily Borjarnon?
That woman could be anyone.
Wouldn't it improve the morale of all of the Moonrace technicians...
...if they were to be sharing the same ship with Queen Dianna?
Exactly.
This ship will head towards Manuipich, undergo repairs, and then head straight to the moon!
That, of course, is Sir Guin's plan.
Is that what you suspect, Lady Lily?
Are we bringing the war to the moon?
No way.
If we do this, we'll gain opportunities for trade and negotiations.
Once that's done, the plans for the earth return operation should be complete.
We intend to cross the ocean...
..and reach the place which houses this legendary world tree, Manuipich, Lady Kihel Heim.
Since the others aren't around, you can call me Dianna.
I'm only referring to you as Kihel now because no-one else is around.
Even so, the fact remains that you've lived aboard the Soleil...
So you should know better than any other person how Dianna Counter operates.
Will you lend that experience to me?
I will do that, however...
Sir, why do you intend to go to the moon?
To see that this war is brought to a conclusion.
However, doing that wouldn't require a trip to the moon.
I am aware that there has been some uneasiness aboard the Soleil.
Unease?
Oh, you mean the attack that targeted me?
I was there when it happened, and so I understand.
The Moonrace is not lead by merely one power. Therefore, I'll need to reach the moon for our negotiations.
Altitude is normal!
We're balanced!
This way. Your escort should be here.
You're-
I am Lieutenant Meme Midgard.
I am from the Second Ghingnham division.
Second Ghingnham division?
Yes, the reserve troops.
Reserve troops?
Where are we to be heading, then?
It'll be a long trip, but the ride in our ship should go smoothly, so I can only ask you to be patient, Queen Dianna.
Are you really sure you wish to take me on this trip If I'm merely Kihel Heim?
You wouldn't be able to fool me so easily.
l know of a girl who looks exactly like you, Majesty.
She was a crass and careless girl who was easily willing to throw a gun around.
There is no comparison to you.
I'm quite touched to meet you, and I can clearly see the grace you carry when you're sitting here.
Thank you. I appreciate it.
Midgard believes in me.
And Miran delivered me out here even when he wasn't sure if I was the real one.
In that case, we must be bound for Manuipich.
Without my consent, someone opened the way through the Zacktraeger again.
What's this? Is that the south pole?
Loran, a moment?
What is it?
You're sure that Gavane is dead, right?
It'd be impossible for anybody to survive that explosion.
Well, because of that, Sochie is acting very strangely.
How could you not notice?
She's been acting strangely?
She was wearing her ironed formal blouse earlier.
Her formal blouse?
That's...
Hey, wasn't that Miss Sochie's Kapool?
That's right.
Haven't you mentioned it to Loran, Miashei?
He hasn't noticed a single thing!
That isn't good.
What's the problem?
Oh my...
She blew off Joseph's High Heel.
I knew she was acting strangely.
Go and speak with her.
I understand.
That's exactly what she needs right now.
Does Miss Sochie have some sort of a problem?
Forgive her, my master has a lot of things to think about.
Don't pay it any mind.
- Be kind to her then. - Right.
Mr. Joseph is also becoming more gentle hearted.
Perhaps it's because he's going out with Fran now.
Lady Sochie! You mustn't do it!
What? Just shut up!
What are you doing?
If you do that, I can't see the ocean!
I won't let you jump into the sea!
Who's going to jump? Where?
My wedding dress will be ruined if you do this! Let me go!
Uh, right.
What's with you?
Thank goodness. The lady's acting like her usual self.
Was that the wedding dress Mr. Gavane purchased for you?
Say... Which direction is the location of that explosion at?
Which explosion do you...
What do you mean? The nuclear explosion, naturally.
Oh... right.
It's behind us.
Alright, then please turn and face me in that direction!
Right!
Gavane!
I'm wearing my wedding you got for me now! Don't I look beautiful?
Loran, have you hidden the Nuclear bombs they gave you yet?
I've decided to dispose of them up in space.
In space? That's a good idea... Can we do that?
Dianna Counter has ships in a place called Manuipich.
We're going there.
That's right. I can't let anyone ever use a nuclear bomb again.
Was that a dream?
Muron, where are you, Muron?
I hate those nightmares where I'm the only one who makes it out alive!
Over here, Sis! You're awake now?
Muron, you're still alive! Thank goodness.
Did you have another dream about the explosion?
Well, sis, I just overheard something...
The Militia's spaceship is in port on the other side of the Mountains.
The Militia's ship?
Here, this one's nice and ripe.
In that case, they might still want to cause more of those explosions.
The dug up another one?
Once there's been one, there can easily be two.
If they were to attack the Soleil with a that kind of weapon...
The Terrans wouldn't know how to use something like that.
Who can predict for sure what those barbarians are capable of!?
Muron!
What is it?
Queen Dianna's safety is in question, isn't it?
If what you're saying is true, then it might be.
How long will it take to dry?
One day, usually. But If you come to see it in three days, the composition will be at its best!
Have you decided to go from being a war photographer to a normal one?
A war doesn't last forever.
I also need to take pictures of everyday people's lives.
Do you think Miss Sochie is still upset?
She was crying.
I see.
However, after Loran went to see her, she began yelling out "Don't I look beautiful?"
Yelling?
Sochie is beautiful.
You're beautiful as well.
Oh, stop that, Joseph!
But you know, it's uncharacteristic of you to say that.
Is that so?
A tiny thing like this was able to kill Gavane...
Is that true?
That's correct. This is the Nuclear Bomb.
Looks like a gap in the dirt formed at some point while I moved around...
That's scary.
Yes. If I were to let my guard down and get hit in the 'heart', the White Doll would...
...destroy an area of about 70 or 80 kilometers in diameter.
If there wasn't a war, you'd never need to worry about items like these.
That may be so, but...
If Queen Dianna and Sir Guin combined their powers...
We may finally be able to move beyond that tragic past.
I envy your ability to be so optimistic sometimes.
I myself, often can't think about anything other than destroying my enemies.
Sir Guin's quite the man.
He even offered us a few mechanical dolls to supplement our Borjarnon.
Well well, I had no idea that the Gallop could travel on the ocean.
Mr. Joseph Yaht, the Gallop is heading out.
- Please don't be too late. - Roger.
- Are those two a couple? - Seems so.
It's an excellent thing. I'm glad the Militia will be able to use several Gallops like that one.
We won't be stuck in an era of trucks forever.
Era? That's odd for you to say.
Once, long ago...
...there was an age where scientific knowledge exploded in under a hundred years.
Oh? Those people were in quite a rush.
We can't load any more mechanical dolls!
That isn't it, I'm only here to drop off this reporter.
- This should do just fine. - Alright.
Don't take too many risks, Joseph.
You too, Fran.
Even the Luzianna Navy is assisting the Willgem.
That's no good.
But Sis, it seems that the Willgem will be the last to set out.
Yeah. The Gallop is leaving first.
The Mustache must be aboard the Willgem.
Let's go.
Muron, are you willing to risk your life together with me?
What are you talking about?
If we can't capture the bomb...
We should at least detonate it so that it cannot pose a risk to Queen Dianna!
Is that your plan?
I don't want to bring any trouble to Moutokie, Gramps, and the others.
So it's just you and I then, sis? That'll be great!
I thank you for your hard work, gentlemen!
We will now be crossing the sea to reach Manuipich...
However, we will continue to practice the maneuvers where we load up mechanical dolls in midair!
I pray for everyone's success.
To The Kapool, And the White Doll! To our victory!
Then, Loran Cehack, please grant your protection to Sir Guin.
Yes. Together with Milady Sochie Heim, I will be doing my very best!
Are you listening to me, Willgem of the Militia?
Who's that!?
If you give the bomb which you took from Lost Mountain to us, we'll leave.
I already know that the White Doll is in possession of that bomb.
I'm willing to destroy your ship if you don't give it to me.
I don't know what bomb you're talking about!
Stalling won't do you any good here!
I understand, you may go and check our hanger.
Sir Guin?
We must wait for Laura.
Muron, throw out all of the bombs and missiles!
That's not what we said!
Are you sure about that?
Right now I could sink your ship at any time I choose. I could've done it already if I wished.
That's most certainly the Red Team.
That shadow in that one window...
Open all the shutters right now!
Bring me all of the bombs and the missiles!
What is it, sis?
That person's...
Muron, we can't sink their ship!
You can't just say that now at this point!
This isn't the time for training, Loran!
No, it's not. That's the Red Team!
There's a WaD at the ship's front?
But what can we do? We can't fire at them now.
The next island is 2 kilometers away.
You can make it there safely if you jump, Milady.
I'm not some helpless baby when we're on the ocean, you know?
Please don't set the viewing screen to zoom mode like that!
Both the WaD and the FLAT are there...
Did you get the report from Colonel Michael?
Yes. It appears they're requesting we hand over both the bomb and Queen Dianna.
Bomb? You mean THAT bomb?
It seems that way.
The one they care about above all else is Queen Dianna...
Laura, Laura of the Moonrace, please help us!
You want my help?
You're also of the Moonrace!
If you love Dianna at all, come and help us!
That bastard, Guin has resorted to terrible tactics in order to threaten us!
You've taken Queen Dianna Soriel hostage in order to force the Moonrace to negotiate, you bastard!
An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth.
I'm using my own guns to counter yours.
I truly thank you for your loyal hearts...
However, Guin's been forced to do this because you yield your weapons like that.
Why are you in this place?
Why are you imprisoned here?
Her Majesty Dianna is our special guest!
If you were to force us to do this...
The blame would be on your head.
I am now asking you to please leave this place at once!
Laura, why won't you assist us?
Muron?
The High Heel?
I'll sink in the ocean!
That ship won't be able to overpower my FLAT!
The FLAT?
That Red Ring!
It's not here!?
I'm sorry!
What did it happen this way!?
You've betrayed the moonrace!
I am not a traitor!
Why do none of you people ever bother to sit and discuss things!?
Even you guys!
The Willgem was hit!
Everything's fine.
They won't attack as long as Queen Dianna is aboard the Willgem.
But I had heard that she wasn't Queen Dianna, but just my own elder sister.
You must surrender now. Your teammate has failed.
Before you do that...
I do not wish for their surrender.
Why is that, Lady Dianna?
It's because of where the person in the WaD is from!
These people are the descendents of Moonrace members from many generations ago.
Despite Dianna Counter mocking them as if they were fools, they have remained very loyal to me.
For my sake, please allow them to go.
She truly does know and care about us...
You may lower your weapons now, Sir Guin.
Yes. Drop the weapons.
Your Majesty, next time I'll be better prepared to rescue you from these savages!
Muron, tell Moutokie and grandpa to back us up.
Understood, Sis.
Is that it?
There have been Moonrace living on earth for quite some time.
Correct. Likewise, there are also people from earth living on the moon, where they're often discriminated against.
People from earth living on the moon?
Yes.
It looks like this machine handles the ocean very well.
Why do you think that is, Loran?
I'm not sure. Do you think the Kapool may have been designed for marine use?
Do they make mechanical dolls for that purpose?
Hey, is the bomb alright?
They're fine. I'm not detecting unusual electric reactions in them.
The Willgem continues to proceed southward towards Manuipich.
Meanwhile, Dianna Counter decides to pursue us....
...and Milady Sochie and myself team up to fight them off.
I have to believe that Queen Dianna is watching over and protecting us.
Next Time... on TURN A GUNDAM...
Pursuit! Crybaby Poe
"The wind billows towards the southern seas."