Long ago, there was a war with giants called the Zentraedi.
After Humanity experienced the threat of extinction in their first interstellar war,
they risked their future on advancing further into the universe.
Seeking new worlds, they scattered to all corners of the galaxy.
And in 2059 of the Common Era,
the 25th ultra-large scale emigration convoy, Macross Frontier, encountered a new enemy near the galactic center.
NO!
Guilliam?!
No...
It's not Guilliam.
Who is that?!
Ranka?!
Why is she in a place like this?!
Out of ammo?
Oh crap!
Stop... it.
An Armored...
Who the hell are you?!
What happened to Guilliam?!
I-I'm...
More importantly, what the hell is that monster?!
Why...
Incredible...
Squad Leader, Lieutenant Guilliam!
Michel?
That's not Guilliam.
It's an amateur!
Hey Amateur, gimme the story later.
Right now, take that girl and get away!
A-All right!
Girl...
Ranka-chan?!
Grab on!
What?
Hurry!
Hold still.
Put one scratch on her and I'll vaporize you with a thermonuclear round!!!
Oh yeah?!
There's more of them?!
Hang on tight!
Okay.
Dammit!
Is he really an amateur?
If so, he has good skills.
Oh crap!
Grab on!
Close your eyes! Cover your mouth!
Huh?
Shit!
Come on!!!
Geez.
Learn how to finish the job, buddy.
You okay?
Get a hold of yourself.
I was... so scared.
I was so scared!
Yeah...
It's okay.
Everything's okay now.
Brother...
Brother!
Uhh...
Why am I...
Um, I...
Now!
YOUR ASS IS MINE!
Skull-3 to Skull-1, Squad Leader Ozma!
The reason is unknown, but the enemy is withdrawing.
So those are... Vajra.
That's right.
You held up well.
I'll buy you some candy later as a reward.
Geez.
Don't you treat me like a child, too, Squad Leader.
Michel, where are Ranka and the punk?
They have landed.
Will you go to her?
Can't.
Ranka doesn't know about my job.
You're lucky.
Not even a blown eardrum.
Well, I am one-quarter Zentran.
No wonder you're tougher than you look.
Still though, you just kept saving me today.
Thank you so, so much.
It's all thanks to this-
I'm not the one who should be thanked...
Huh?
Ah, wait!
Your name...
I'm Ranka!
Ranka Lee!
Don't forget it!
Hey!
I'll pay you back for sure!
So even this convoy has finally been detected by them...
We'll have to rely on Birla more than ever.
I have here the fiscal loss dispensation and the environmental damage report,
as well as a plan for information manipulation, including mass media and internet contingencies.
You've got everything under control... as usual.
I am honored by your praise.
The declaration of emergency has been rescinded as of 6 AM today.
Furthermore, until environmental balance within the dome is regained, all resources will be under stage 1 regulation mode.
That disturbance yesterday was huge, wasn't it?
We humbly request everyone's cooperation.
Well I went to the shelter right away, so I don't...
My uncle said he saw one.
Said it was like a fighter plane.
The news said they were of unknown origin.
Like some kind of aliens connected with the Protoculture?
They weren't Zentraedi, right?
Wasn't Sheryl so amazing?
Michel-kun still isn't here yet?
God, the broadcast got cut off, so I was totally bummed.
Dude, that was Alto, am I right?
I saw, I saw.
I was shocked.
Oh man, I'm so jealous.
I wish I could feel Sheryl in my arms too!
Geez, you make it sound so dirty.
Saotome Alto, you here?
What are soldiers doing here?
Saotome-kun...
Did he do something again?
Saotome Alto-san, you will come with us.
Why did I have to get an checkup?
I feel totally fine.
It's just in case.
More importantly, you didn't cry from the needle, did you?
Don't treat me like a kid!
More importantly, Bro, don't forget what we talked about, okay?
Oh, that.
But seriously, a male pilot who's like a princess...
Ahh! You don't believe me, do you?
It's really true!
He had hair thiiiis long, he was such a beauty.
I don't know if he's with your company or the military, but you can find out, right?
Since you are in personnel, after all.
Fine, I'll check it out.
Cuz I have business with him, too.
Thanks, Bro!
I'll bring you snacks again today as a thank you.
'Kay?
In here.
Cathy?
Live on MBS starting at 14:00.
Not here! It's not anywhere!
Including a song.
Not here!
At 1900, there's a judging panel preparation meeting for next week's Miss Macross pageant.
Or here!
Oh geez!
Not this!
After that...
Not this one!
Are you listening, Sheryl?
Where's the live video from yesterday?
It hasn't arrived yet.
But you saw, didn't you, Grace?!
Why do I have to have an exam like this?
It is a necessary measure.
Because it appears you had contact with an enemy of unknown origin.
It's him?
What the hell were those monsters?!
That is a military secret.
Saotome Alto,
Kabuki actor.
Oldest son of Saotome Ranzou XVIII.
First performance at age 10.
In '55, enrolled in the theatre program at Mihoshi Academy Middle School.
At time of progression to High School division, shifted to piloting program.
Grades ranked second in class.
Superb.
But to board a Valkyrie and engage in combat just because of that is overstepping.
The military has cause to charge you in regard to this incident.
In that moment, there was no choice but to do what I did!
Especially since one soldier had already been killed.
I understand that.
So I've also prepared a compromise proposal.
Wouldn't you like to join the military?
If you're soliciting amateurs like him, the military's personnel shortage must really be grave.
Ozma...
It's none of your business since you left the military.
Nope, it sure is.
The VF-25 he destroyed is a unit under SMS care.
SMS?
Am I right, Lieutenant Catherine Glass?
Let's Go tsukinukeyou ze!
Let's Go! Let's bust through!
Let's Go つきぬけようぜ!
yume de mita yoake e madamada tooi kedo
To the dawn we dreamt of! Even though it's still far off.
夢で見た夜明けへ まだまだ遠いけど
You said SMS, didn't you?
Why does a company that cleans up after the military have such a machine?
Maybe dou ni ka naru no sa
Maybe, it'll work out somehow.
Maybe どーにかなるのさ
ai ga areba itsu datte
Always, as long as we have love!
愛があれば いつだって
It's still supposed to be in operational testing.
ore no uta o kikeba
If you listen to my song,
俺の歌を聞けば
Guess your trivia knowledge is up to snuff.
ore no uta o kikeba (Listen to my song!)
If you listen to my song, (Listen to my song!)
俺の歌を聞けば (Listen to my song!)
So how was the VF-25?
kantan na koto sa
It's such an easy thing...
簡単なことさ
kantan na koto sa (It's so easy!)
It's such an easy thing... (It's so easy!)
簡単なことさ (It's so easy!)
Gets the blood running, don't it?
futatsu no heart o cross saseru nante
To cross two hearts together!
2つのハートをクロスさせるなんて
We're doing that "testing" under the maker's consignment.
As realistically as possible.
Why that?
Nevermind, just find out where that kid, Saotome Alto who flew the aerobatics, is right now.
Entry forbidden?!
That's meaningless.
I'm Sheryl, you know!
This is a surprise.
I thought civilian contractors would lag behind more.
It's called capitalism.
It means the power of money is extraordinary.
Why did you bring me here?
That would be...
...for him.
Sorry Grace,
I'm going out.
I'll be back in time for work.
Kisses, Sheryl.
Let's see, 2-9-7... 2-9-7...
Block 2-9-7...
Where in the world is it?!
It's so impossible to find!
Cross over! I'm so famished♪
Let's go to the next-
Wait, you there!
Yes?
Commander!
Guilliam died.
I'm sure you were watching.
Tell me... how he fought and died.
Those who see a death have to tell the story to those left behind.
That's our way, here.
Kanaria-san, what's this fuss about?
Ozma brought him.
The witness to Guilliam's end.
Wha- Alto?!
What?!
Michael? Luca?
Mission code: Victor.
Repeat, Code Victor has been issued.
All squadrons, scramble.
Skull Squadron, prepare to launch!
Understood!
It's Guilliam's farewell battle!
Here we go!
Communique from New Federation Military Strategic Command.
This Victor did not retreat, but was hiding in Island-3's foundation block.
Prevent approach to Island-1.
The alarm has not been sounded in the city.
They're probably bickering about it.
Since they already declared it safe.
Incompetent as ever.
Yes, aren't they?
Men, the enemy is a survivor from yesterday.
It's already past our front door and inside the house.
This will be combat inside the convoy space zone.
Show me all that you're capable of.
Hey!
What about me?
Put me in a Valkyrie!
You little!
Don't spout off on the spur of the moment!
Damn punk!
Someone toss this kid out to a safety zone!
Oh, you love Sheryl that much?
Well, isn't she just wonderful?
Her singing is incredible and her dancing...
Ah, but how can I put it...
Oh yes, it's her aura.
She's overflowing with confidence and talent, and it's like you can see it.
Isn't there any more?
Also...
Yes, how she sometimes says too much in interviews and stuff like that.
But I admire her.
I wish I could be like that even for just one moment.
I know it's completely impossible for someone like me, but...
Really?
You're cute, you know.
Thank you so much.
Even if it's only flattery, I appreciate it deeply.
Pretty, isn't it?
Yes.
But...
By any chance, do you know a flyboy?
Bro... My older brother was, a long time ago.
Now he does paperwork, so I don't worry, but...
But...
When I was in love with God,
I never thought we'd part like this.
No way...
If we can never again touch,
at least for the last time...
...I wish you'd held me one more time.
It's a long, long goodbye.
Sheryl...
I almost never...
...give my fans a treat like this, you know.
You two...
The princess from yesterday...
I've found you,
Saotome Alto!
A sudden Vajra attack.
Being trapped, Alto and the girls each realize their own hidden desires.
Next time,
On Your Marks.
Song of Decision, echo throughout the Galaxy.