Could it have been a dream?
The single moment of the girl Mayalito and His Majesty Quoatl vanishing in the explosion is etched in my mind.
This incident was precisely what was foretold in the ancient Adeskan legends about the old World Tree.
Fly! Through The Stratosphere
Just as I thought.
The Gendarme should have the ability to reach the Zacktraeger and escape earth's gravity on its own.
You're sure that the enemy has taken control of Manuipich?
Yes. Our communications from there have been totally severed.
I knew I couldn't count on them...
Hurry along the booster's installation!
We must reach space before the Militia's soldiers do!
Sir!
This very well could be the last dawn that I witness on the earth.
How rude!
Ma'am! I no longer need to test you.
The reaction you just gave me, and the way you acted toward the Red Team, both prove you are indeed Queen Dianna.
Did you not sleep well?
You and I have nothing to talk about.
Just hurry and take me to the moon, the sun, or wherever you intend.
I shall neither run nor hide.
Manuipich was captured.
The Willgem made it to Manuipich?
Correct.
I will take you to the moon before the Militia's spaceship is able to reach it.
Just tell them to prepare a welcoming for the arrival.
In order to welcome Queen Dianna, or the spaceship of the Militia?
Insure that they don't panic over this.
I will do as you request.
Routing the power now...
It'll be high voltage, so please be careful!
That's the Mass Driver's rail.
Yes.
In the distant past, this object from the war between giants was sealed deep beneath that dragon shaped ridge.
Again, I am grateful.
Without your people's assistance, the city would not have been saved.
I only did what King Quoatl wished for me to do.
Only now, after his death have I realized how wonderful the King was.
How could I possibly be qualified to continue his legacy?
You were destined to kill the king of the past.
By following those traditions, your people have always propelled Adeska's history forward.
That's right. This is why I've dawned the Mask of the King.
You're the one Quoatl wanted to take over. Therefore, you're capable of handling it.
Can I do it? Or will they merely wish for another King, instead?
Lord Taruka, that is for you to decide, isn't it?
This is all for the people of Adeska.
I had hoped you'd be here long enough to attend Quoatl's state funeral, but it seems that'll be impossible.
Correct. The King told me the secrets of this shrine.
And from that, I was able to trace the legends back to their source.
There's an electromagnetic reaction.
Then this could be the door, Gramps.
There it is.
Connect the power so we can extract the data from it.
Right.
Can I?
Well, it seems to be a new analog digital panel.
Is that so?
The important thing will be that it contains data on the synchronization timing between the Mass Driver and Zacktraeger.
Whether or not that data's there...
I never guessed we'd spend a whole night tracking and blowing up turrets, followed by inspecting old Dark History tech...
After everything, it's hard for someone my age to stay awake for so long!
For now, we've lost track of Dianna Counter's movements, but that doesn't mean they won't emerge and attack us once again.
It is critical that we repair the Mass Driver's rails before they return, and launch into space.
Ensure that any machines you are responsible for have been checked.
That goes for the Space Suits as well as the Mechanical Dolls.
How do we expect to move while wearing this?
Couldn't they make it just a bit smaller?
Not finished yet?
Hey Fran, when did you get here?
Well, The flyboys brought me here. They said the Dark History's technology would be sending you people into space.
Right. Preparing for that is keeping us busy.
I have to make sure and plug any air leaks in this thing.
Are you sure you'll be alright?
Well, I don't really know.
If you wish, you could take my FLAT with you.
Well, they might gain an edge if we use Moonrace mechanical dolls they're familiar with...
So we've decided to only bring Mechanical Dolls we uncovered on Earth.
They say we'll also bring 2 or 3 of Luzianna's Borjarnos with us.
Do you think they'll be okay?
I don't really know much about machines...
Apart from the White Doll, the others are just there to increase our numbers anyhow.
Oh, Loran.
Quit copying me.
I can't help it.
Loran, where did that food come from?
It's a good will gift from Adeska's new King.
If I'd known we'd be getting all that, I would have fought even harder!
Don't crack jokes about that.
I never want to go through anything like that again.
Let's get moving, Loran.
After running around like that all night, I'm feeling quite sleepy.
Hey! Sochie, don't you have more work to do!?
What about you? Fran's the only thing you talk about...
Pardon me...
What's with them?
A single mobile suit unit is approaching.
It appears to be a SUMO type.
Is it the Royal Guard?
It doesn't matter, he won't be able to catch up with us once we launch.
Don't panic.
It's Harry Ord. Only he would foolishly act on his own like this.
Are they about to launch?
Have I been spotted?
I won't allow you to take off!
MIDGARD! MIRAN!
If any harm comes to Queen Dianna, or any tears pour from her eyes...
You'll taste the wrath of a man whose hatred will survive even I'm killed and reborn a million times!
Surely, I shall someday return.
Because this Earth is our true home.
Why is a Dianna Counter ship leaving the atmosphere?
Is it going to enter space on its own?
I too am worried about what that ship's objective may be.
Is it possible for us to catch it?
That would be impossible.
We have to wait for the timing of Zacktraeger's cycle.
Don't tell me Queen Dianna's been...
Zacktraeger's total rotational period is about 3 hours.
So we won't be able to leave until then?
In other words, it will only be three hours before we can leave.
If we mistimed our encounter with it, we'd quickly be dashed to bits.
Oh, I see.
Come on, don't mess up my shot...
Who cares?
Won't you be getting shots of that spaceship when it takes off for space?
Get a picture of me first!
I'll put your picture in if you guys fail and end up crashing.
That reporter's instinct is pretty deeply entrenched in your psyche, isn't it?
Perhaps that's why you're putting on weight...
Huh? No way! I'm getting fat!?
Well, when you put it that way, perhaps you're just a tad...
What do you mean you can't launch a team to pursue the Millitia's Spaceship?
If they wish to go into space, they are free to do so.
But...!
The people on the moon are responsible for themselves.
The issue is the atomic weaponry!
If the Militia happens to possess them...
Then those items would leave this planet with them.
In that case, politically speaking, you should be considering the worst case scenario!
I am not actually a politician.
In order to avoid the worst scenario for the moon, we should launch an attack on the Militia's ship
The Almaiya Lieutenant Poe's commanding should be in that region by now.
You want me to send a damaged battleship after our enemy?
You people are soldiers, are you not?
Our operation is set. Let's move out!
Hurry up the launch!
Have you detected any movement in Manuipich?
Not directly.
We'll close in on them now.
Get on it. If we can't succeed this time, I'll never redeem myself!
Whatever it takes!
It's the White Giant.
It really is.
They say it'll be heading for the Ades Branch as well.
Ahh, Good Morning!
What is it?
We brought these here for you. Everyone should feel free to help themselves to this food.
- Eat up. - That's good. Thanks.
Hey, White Devil...
...someone brought you a prayer offering.
Well, the bomb inside you happens to have demonic powers in a way, so it's to be expected.
It's nice.
You're not coming with us to the moon, Mr. Ladderum?
l'm not interested in going to some place where vehicles with propellers and wings can't fly.
You're truly serious about this?
I want to make sure and seize this chance!
But do you REALLY think we'll be able to make it to the moon, Sir Guin?
We've made all the needed preparations.
The Militia has been given a guarantee from the Moonrace's technicians.
We'll be just fine.
What about our plans to manufacture Mechanical Dolls?
It's impossible without Mr. Horace's assistance.
Of course, we can ask him to remain here.
We already have these excellent professionals here to control the Willgem.
Hey, if that's what you want, we'll do it!
I'll make it move like it was my own limb!
Can we really rely on the two of them?
- Ma'am... - Ma'am, you shouldn't judge us by our appearance alone!
I possess a license to fly ships like this in the moon's orbit.
I got mine on my own!
He just bought his off of the black market.
That's a lie!
The final launch countdown has begun!
What the...!?
Is that some sort of divine retribution?
It's an enemy attack! Three Mobile Suits detected!
What's their position? Launch a counteroffensive!
We can't allow the Militia's spaceship to reach Zacktraeger!
Destroy it if you must!
Roger!
Don't fire the Willgem's Mega Particle Cannon!
We need to reserve that energy for the flight!
How is it?
It's still too early for us to synchronize with the Zacktraeger's timing!
Then let's gain some extra time.
Ask the White Doll to head out and attack them!
It's on the move!
Did they decide to attack us now while we're occupied?
Don't, Loran!
Willgem will be launching soon!
That's why I have to make sure it launches!
You shouldn't be fighting now!
I'll try to stay in a defensive position.
Don't move yourself too far away from the Willgem!
Protect the Willgem! Don't allow the enemy to approach it!
This one is only a fighter plane!
Hey, make sure you're able to get a cool photograph of my bravery!
Mr. Ladderum!
My sensors...?
This is Dianna on the Willgem...
...troops who are currently attacking the Willgem, please heed my warning!
You in that Kapool, don't let that enemy on the left get the chance to transform!
This spaceship, which now functions thanks to the Moonrace's technicians...
...is currently going to be used to conduct peace negotiations on the moon!
Those of you who continue to attack will be charged with mutiny, and may potentially face capital punishment!
Excellent work, Dianna Soriel.
It's nothing.
Don't be fooled!
The Willgem is only using another person who looks and sounds exactly like Dianna Soriel.
Don't be fooled by her voice!
Is the Mustache here again!?
That SUMO's pilot is...
The Willgem really will become an ambassador for peace!
That weapon isn't some kind of normal steel ball!
I'm falling!
This SUMO isn't like a WaDom!
Tailad, Take him out!
Roger!
What the!? That unit's thruster tails are much...
The Mustache's power has increased!?
Why didn't he destroy them!?
Laura is always like this...Honestly...
But, he's become quite powerful, hasn't he?
Loran's become quite the fighter now, hasn't he?
It's time! Everyone, get to your seats!
Call the Mobile Suits back!
Colonel Michael...
Tell the Militia soldiers to make sure they've secured themselves to something steady.
Lady Lily, take the other command chair.
I'm going to return to my room.
Thank you for your help, Your Majesty, Dianna Soriel.
Not at all.
Why must we tie ourselves down?
What the heck's with this moon?
This person against Queen Dianna... Agrippa Maintainer is located there...
I'll be left behind if I don't return?
Right.
But that's...
I don't wish to hear your complaints now.
You're the driver of the White Doll, aren't you?
I am controlling it, but...
Mustache, fight me seriously!
Hurry up and return!
John! Ames! Hurry to the portside hanger!
I read you.
We can't let them hit the Willgem even once!
Understood!
Are they serious?
Harry, thanks for assisting me!
The shuttle that took away Queen Dianna has left for the moon.
Queen Dianna was...
Then... the one aboard the Willgem is...
It's coming!
Finally...
Fire the Mass Driver!
Right! The Willgem will ignite its engines!
What?
Mass Driver, joints ready!
The main engine has ignited! All hands...
- Ready! - Ready!
Proceed!
Loran, fly now!
John!
Huh? Come on!
- Don't fall! - Thanks!
And the Silver SUMO?
The Zacktraeger's vector?
I've input its data!
We'll be able to fly, right, Sir Guin?
As long as you're here we will, Lady Lily.
This plane alone isn't enough!
Keep going, and mind your mouth!
Stop pestering me!
It's flying!
The giants are flying to the Ades Branch!
Loran!
W...We're safe.
You were dumb enough to attack mechanical dolls with a plane, papa?
Well, No I'm not actually that stupid...
Harry?
You seem to be feeling better now, Lieutenant Poe.
How can you be such a difficult man?
I only do these things for other people's benefit.
Let go!
Poe, let me give you some advice... You should choose a better man.
That isn't any of your business!
When you do, you might just become a better woman.
Please make it in time!
Lieutenant Harry Ord!?
Is this okay, Loran? That's the enemy's machine!
It's fine. That's Lieutenant Harry.
We aren't moving quickly enough! We're heavier now!
Did we not obtain enough speed?
Zacktraeger... also known as the Branch of Ades...
Could there really be a tree branch this high up in the sky?
There was data on the Zacktraeger aboard the Soleil...
It's an incredibly massive device, but...
We're drifting to the right!
Loran, do something about that mobile suit!
The Zacktraeger is approaching!
Will we make it?
Loran!
Yes?
Please give the Willgem an extra boost!
We don't have enough thrust?
The Zacktraeger is heading our way!
If this continues, we won't be able to get in-front of it!
Loran!
Let me handle it.
- Lieutenant, did you hear that? - Yes!
We reach the Zacktraeger, and there we're introduced to the Gendarme.
Queen Dianna and Milady Kihel appear at the same front.
Because of this, the two ships will both be able to safely reach the moon.
I truly am excited to finally be back in space again!
Next time... on TURN A GUNDAM... Zacktraeger
"The wind blows us toward the moon."
Zacktraeger