The Irresponsible Captain Tylor
We may be off the maps... Chizu ni Nai Tabi Tsuzukeyou
...but let's stay on this voyage. Chizu ni Nai Tabi Tsuzukeyou
I will be holding, never let you go.
Whatever we may want... Hoshimono wa Tsukamu no sa
...we'll take as we need. Hoshimono wa Tsukamu no sa
So let's just go wherever we please! Omoi no Mama Yukou!
Make me your partner... Kotoba yori Tashikana Koto
...on this journey. Kotoba yori Tashikana Koto
One that you trust more than words! Michizure ni Shite
Come on now and sail away for future! Imasugu sail away for future
Things are waiting... Mishiranu Nanika ga Matteru sa
...that we've never seen before! Mishiranu Nanika ga Matteru sa
Just take your cares... Kodawari Minna Sutetara
...and throw them all away. Kodawari Minna Sutetara
Come together, just think of tomorrow.
Let's go!
FOR HIS WAS A GENIUS NO RULE COULD CONTAIN
The new cruiser, Aso, on which the United Planets Space Force...
...has concentrated its prestige and the cream of its technology.
And...
On the other hand, the old destroyer that existed only...
...to house soldiers with a past. The Soyokaze.
It was never a very well-equipped ship...
...but, instead, it had a freedom no other one had.
Seeing it being scrapped like this makes me sad.
Really?
You left without really saying why, but you still ended up here.
Walking around on the ground till I'm tired isn't fun anymore...
...and I'm not old enough that having fun tires me out.
And even if everyone had a past, it was everyone's ship.
I was exactly like everyone else. I just happened to be the captain.
It's not too late. The Aso's waiting for you.
The Aso needs that freedom.
But, Yuriko... Freedom was nothing but trouble for you, right?
So, who should get the freedom and who the responsibility?
I had to break away.
Break away?
Yeah, break away.
But, no matter how much I break from something...
...I won't look back or have regrets.
So, you have no intention of going onto the Aso?
But... It's a military ship, isn't it?
Captain...
Captain, have you changed?
Join me?
You're really something.
I think this is the first time we've ever had a drink alone like this.
It's not the alcohol that's making my heart beat so fast.
I don't want to go back.
Not to how I was before I met you.
Oh, did you tell Mr. Yamamoto and the others about me?
Yes. I think they're all going half crazy looking for you now.
I see...
I wonder why they'd bother?
They shouldn't waste their time looking for me.
But, they're all worried about you.
You've decided to take that ground duty, haven't you?
Doing what you think you should do is the best thing.
The same goes for Mr. Yamamoto and the others.
You only live once, so don't live according to someone else's rules.
Do what you want the way you want to.
What we want?
What you want.
Yuriko, if you see Mr. Yamamoto and the others, tell them that.
Okay?
You did it over and over and over and over again...
You fooled us all.
Captain, I... I'm going back.
Huh? Right now?
Yes. When I get back, I'll tell them all what you told me.
To do what they want the way they want to.
But don't you think they've figured that out themselves by now?
They're looking for you because they haven't.
That's why I'm going back.
Yuriko.
There's still some left to drink.
Captain...
Thank you. Captain, I... I may never see you again.
But, I'll never forget...
Yuriko!
...what a good man you were.
He's what?!
You mean he isn't coming back?!
And after all the worrying we've been doing.
Let's go! I won't feel right till I've popped him one!
Make that two!
Can't you calm down? Please?
There are times people just want to be alone.
Then you're saying the captain was serious about this?
I can't believe it...
Poor Mr. Tylor...
What do you think?
I know how he feels. There are times I want to be alone, too.
But, it's not like him. Being all alone.
It's just not like him...
After all, aren't we here for when he feels that way?
You only live once, so don't live according to someone else's rules.
Do what you want the way you want to.
He asked me to tell you all that.
CAPTAIN!!!
A toast, to Tylor's discharge.
Admiral?
Could it be that you're feeling a little lonely...
...because you won't have him around to be angry at anymore?
No, it's not that...
It's not that. I was just thinking about something I heard once.
About monkey tribes.
Monkeys create very organized tribes, with a leader at the top.
But, once every few years without fail...
...a heretic monkey will appear in the tribe.
A heretic monkey?
This heretic will leave his tribe and try to join another.
The monkeys of this new tribe will try to keep it out...
...literally beating it until it's bloody.
Ah, so even monkey societies have strays like Tylor.
However, those strays are a vital element to their survival.
A vital element?
The reason is that the heretics keep them from inbreeding too much.
It keeps the tribal bloodline from growing too thick.
The heretic monkey is necessary for the tribe's survival.
You're saying these heretics are born from a providence of nature?
Yes, and Tylor may be the heretic for our own military society.
Admiral, are you suggesting that the military needs Tylor?
What's wrong, Admiral?
The heretic is the vital link in any group.
But I still don't know if Tylor is the one.
You want me to be the captain of the Aso?!
Exactly.
And not just that.
You will also simultaneously be promoted to the rank of captain.
Captain...
We can't very well have the Aso commanded by a mere lieutenant.
The Aso is our newest cruiser...
...representing the combined talent of the Space Force's design staff.
We had intended for Tylor to command her...
...but I'm sure you're well aware of last month's events.
Yes, sir.
I have no desire to discuss what can't be undone.
In any case, I feel a man like you deserves command of the Aso.
Sir! I'm honored, sir.
I'll leave the selection of the crew up to you.
If you wish, you can even have your old crew from the Soyokaze.
With the exception of Capt. Yuriko Star...
...who has been deputy commander of Intel Ops since last month.
You cannot request her.
Sir!
The Aso's launch ceremony is in three days.
We have high hopes for you, Captain Yamamoto.
Sir! As a member of the United Planets Space Force...
...I stand ready to sacrifice my body, my flesh, my life...
...to successfully complete this task you've assigned!
Then begin your preparations at once!
Understood, sir!
The cruiser Aso... Captain Yamamoto...
I understand perfectly.
It looks like Captain Yamamoto's calling in the old Soyokaze crew.
Yeah.
Doesn't it bother you? You were one of the Soyokaze's...
I was one of the Soyokaze's crew.
But that's behind me now.
Behind you now?
So, what are the other Soyokaze crew members doing now?
Doing what Captain Tylor asked them to do.
Each one took the path they wanted to take.
Go away!
Just go away!
Shall we get started, Harumi?
Yes, Doctor.
United Planets Space Force. Message from Captain Yamamoto.
Hmm... Well, now...
What is it, Doctor?
It's from Mr. Yamamoto. Here.
We've been asked to reenlist and report to the Aso... Is this?
Well, looks like Mr. Yamamoto is doing well for himself.
I'd say so.
Harumi, I'm canceling the operation.
Yes, Doctor.
SPACE CRUISER ASO LAUNCH CEREMONY
Well, Admiral, the Aso's launch ceremony will begin soon.
Yes. The 1731st ship of the Mifune fleet.
Almost time, Captain Star.
Yes.
But I thought the Soyokaze crew had split up to do what they wanted.
Why'd they come onto the Aso?
Oh, here.
Thank you, Lieutenant.
Probably because this was also something they wanted to do.
Some set out on a new journey, and others stay behind, huh?
It feels strange... Sort of happy and sad at the same time.
But everyone chose to come back on their own.
Mr. Yamamoto must be so happy.
Getting a brand-new cruiser for his first command...
That's an incredible success.
You should consider how hard it was for him.
Mr. Yamamoto had to put up with a lot of suffering...
...and he had to wait so long.
Yeah, I guess you're right.
Exactly.
Now, then...
All sections, commence final checks!
Dropship bay, standing by.
Right!
No problems here!
Right!
Hangar bay, ready and standing by!
Right!
Medical room, ready for anything!
Right!
Communications systems, all operational!
Right!
Engines and navigation systems, nominal!
Right!
Toilets and baths, clean and shiny!
Breasts and bottoms, clean and shiny!
All set over here, too.
Right! Right! RIGHT!!!
Everything's ready!
That idiot's really enjoying himself.
They say pigs can climb trees if you flatter them enough.
Right! And now, as this vessel's captain...
...your orders, sir!
Move out!
What's happening?!
The Soyokaze! It can't be!
The reports coming in from the Aso have all been cut.
All hell's probably going to break loose now.
I don't! You mean you were all planning this from the start?!
Each of us on our own decided to do this.
On your own?
Right, just like the captain said.
We each just did what we wanted the way we wanted to.
That's all.
Here.
Bon voyage, Captain!
Thank you.
Paco-Paco did THAT?!
Yes.
Paco-Paco... That's strange, even for you!
Now that he's back...
...we can't underestimate the United Planets Space Force.
We must be very careful now.
Shia Has, you're still so shortsighted.
He may be in the Space Force for now...
...but how long will he be content with that?
His capacities may be far greater than we imagine.
I know!
Ru Baraba Dom, I command you! Bring Paco-Paco before me once more!
I just suddenly feel like seeing him again.
Shia Has! YOU get him!
And now!
Commence recovery of Yuriko!
Begin operation!
The heretic... The vital link in any group!
You idiot!
What are you people in Intel Ops doing?! Who's responsible...
Oh, if only I could meet him once...
The irresponsible captain.
Engines, full power!
Full speed ahead!
Justy Ueki Tylor, age twenty... Harumi, my dear?
Yes, sir?
I think there may be hope for mankind after all.
Yes, sir.
LET'S GO!!!
AND SO LONG AS THE IRRESPONSIBLE EXPLORE UNKNOWN LANDS, WE NEED NEVER FEAR...
All he has to do is just... Machi o Aitsu ga Aruiteru dake de
...walk around downtown. Machi o Aitsu ga Aruiteru dake de
He's a playful man who catches... Nandemo Ki o Hiku Ochame na Yatsu sa
...the eyes of all who he meets. Nandemo Ki o Hiku Ochame na Yatsu sa
Oh! That's why, you see... Aa, Dakara sa Sou Kore kara Shuyaku
...he'll be our hero from now on. Aa, Dakara sa Sou Kore kara Shuyaku
So, let's begin... Henshin Byouyomi o Shite yo!
...the countdown for the change! Henshin Byouyomi o Shite yo!
Take a deep breath, and one two. 12345 Ikizugi o One Two
Now stride out... Saa Kore kara Kuridasou
...with your head held high. Saa Kore kara Kuridasou
Downtown Dance