My wound's not healing...
Fuyumi...
This scenery I'm looking at...
Is the color all faded?
Even if you say only the past was bright
I never saw it
I don't want to be understood
It would only create misunderstandings
But for you and you alone
I want to talk using my own real words
Livin' Livin' Vi-ViViD Be more free
Paint this world with vivid colors
Baby Baby No Limit The future is a blank canvas
Let it out so you can be heard Scream
When you're able to cast off your image
Don't hide it Show me your colors
(Blood-lad Paint it black! Blood-lad Say it loud!)
"#EX: I AM NOT A CAT"
This door is connected to the Dimensional Highway
located in South Demon World.
Are we going to catch a ride back to East Demon World from there?
No, heroes don't just wait.
We're going straight to the problem.
We're headed for Demon World Acropolis.
Where my brother is.
Target confirmed.
Okay, everybody, this is it.
The moment when we, Team Fearless, become true vampire hunters!
A mail from Neyn?
She let Staz and that girl get away?!
"SAM - THE VETERAN OF TEAM FEARLESS"
Indeed... We call ourselves vampire hunters,
but we've never actually killed a vampire yet.
"JASMINE - THE LOOKS OF TEAM FEARLESS"
Wouldn't that make our leader a con artist?
So...what are we talking about right now?
"ROY - THE BRAINS OF TEAM FEARLESS"
"RANDO - THE BRAWNS OF TEAM FEARLESS"
Bad!
"BACKSIDE"
I gave ourselves the title "vampire hunters"
because we're unstoppable.
In fact, we're so invincible that we could even kill vampires.
It's meant to be taken in a positive way!
"SHAMKID - THE LEADER OF TEAM FEARLESS"
If we really could kill vampires, we'd be kings at the Acropolis.
Guess you can't blame him for wanting to lie.
However!
Our target this time is a vampire!
Not a mixed breed, but a genuine, pure blooded vampire!
That means...
There's no hope of us winning.
Bad!
This is our chance!
A golden opportunity to let the world know
that we can truly hunt vampires!
Now go!
Prove that the name "vampire hunters" is no lie!
Sam, nice watch you got.
You noticed? This is quite rare, you know.
I'm sleepy...
Was it expensive?
Well yes. But I believe in spending for good things.
Like this for example...
I'm going to take a nap.
Wake me up if you need anything, Leader.
I've had it with you people!
Never mind. I'll do it myself!
I'll keep all the credit for myself!
You'll see!
What is it with everybody?
I'm their leader!
I stayed up all last night making these name cards
so people would remember us!
Yes, I know...
The only time they'll do as I say is when I use my power.
Bad! I don't want to!
I'd prefer not using it.
But the target this time is a vampire.
I can't afford to be careless.
So I guess I'll have to...
Getting our leader to scout the target each time
is no easy task.
But we have to.
Unless our leader does his thing, we can't get to work.
He says he'd prefer not to, but it isn't a choice.
When it's all said and done, we exist because of Leader.
"BACKSIDE"
By the way, can we take off these name cards?
They're perfect on you!
Those shades look great!
Would you mind not making me your dress-up doll?
I'll buy you a pistol to go with that!
You're enjoying this too much.
Weren't we supposed to be inconspicuous
because we're in someone else's territory?
You don't look rough and wild enough to fit into the demon world.
Here, hold this.
It's not that funny.
This gun's not loaded, right?
Of course not. It's a toy.
What's that?
This is to make sure you don't go running off somewhere
- when I'm not looking. - What're you doing?!
This looks like you're going to sell me off.
Relax. I won't sell you for any amount.
Here.
Thank you.
Target found.
Ugh, he's eating canned beans...
I can't stand them.
He's making the girl eat them, too. How cruel.
What's wrong, you don't like beans?
No, it's not that.
You see, I knew it! She hates them.
Um...
I'm embarrassed to say this but...
I, uh...really want to...
...suck your...you know...
Not happening.
What's wrong with just a little?
It's always been just a little.
Never mind and eat your beans.
What's happening? They're having an awkward moment.
Poor thing.
Hey there, stranger. New here?
Well, you see, I am not...
This is my sunny-side spot.
Sorry, I didn't know.
That's okay.
Have a look. It's good stuff.
Is that...catnip?!
Basking here in the sun while doing this stuff is irresistible!
You're a naughty fellow.
Cut the act.
I can tell.
You've done this before yourself.
Only once in a while.
See that girl? She's the same way.
She tried it once and now it's all she can think about.
Bad!
That's why she does anything that man tells her to do
even though he kidnapped her.
It's unforgivable. He's a cold-hearted bastard.
Looks like I have no choice but to use my powers.
You won't die an easy death.
I'll make it slow and...
Huh? I'm starting to feel really happy!
From the start, you possessed a limited capacity for magic.
Giving you my voluminous magic
was too much for you and became a burden.
The intervals between the time I give you blood will become
shorter and shorter until you might not be able to last even a minute.
That's why I want to avoid it until it's absolutely necessary.
I get the gist of what you're saying,
but I've been feeling my limit since a while ago.
You're starting to disappear!
You have to tell me sooner!
I was trying to...
You dumbass!
Try sounding more desperate!
"Give me blood...I'm dying!" Something like that!
You want to be brought back to life, don't you?!
You thought I was going to stick it in, didn't you?
Remember, I'm not doing this because I want to resurrect you.
I'm going to resurrect you because
you wish to be brought back to life.
If you want something,
show me in a way that a stupid, dense guy like me can understand.
Do you want my blood?
If you want it... my thumb's right here...
Hey...
That's enough! I get it... Stop it. You made yourself clear!
Don't want it so badly...
Seriously, you're making my finger get wrinkled.
Wait...are you even conscious?
She's lost it...
She's completely addicted.
I have to do something...
Listen up, everyone!
Yesterday, I attempted a solo attack on our target.
I almost had him, but I decided to come back!
What's that? If I almost had him, shouldn't I have killed him?
Perhaps that's what you're thinking.
Bad! You see, I remembered!
We are a team!
We took on this job as a team, so we should finish it as a team!
Actually, he got high on catnip, fell asleep,
lost the target, and then got lost himself on his way back.
Roy, you have something to say?
Oh, was I talking in my sleep again?
"WHOOPS"
So Leader, does that mean you've already done it?
Well...
No, not yet.
Did you just "tsk" me?
And what are you saying?
I don't understand!
Now, now...
You're going to go do it after this, right?
Right?
O-Of course!
Now, before we set out,
shall we pick up some magical essence drinks?
Might not be good enough, though.
Yes, we should.
You've avoided eye contact ever since you woke up.
What is it now?
Well, when I think about what happened last night,
I'm ashamed, embarrassed.
Huh?
It's okay. Don't worry about it.
What're you talking about?
If you want something, there's no shame in jumping at it.
Even more so if you need it to live.
That's true, but that was bold, even for me.
Well, you were surprisingly intense.
We've talked enough about this subject...
Oh! H-How cute!
There's a kitty cat here, Staz-san!
I want to go up-close.
Leave it alone.
It's a demon world cat-- what if it devours you?
Oh come on!
Bad...
He's good...
He didn't even flinch at my cuteness.
If that's the case,
then I'll cast aside my shame and give it everything I've got!
This is all for the team.
Look, look! It's so friendly.
It's cuddling up to you, Staz-san.
What a bother.
What's with this cat?
Hey! That tickles!
That hurts, you bastard!
Tastes good.
Huh? The kitty cat, it...
Turned into a person?
Fooled you completely!
I am not a cat!
No, you were totally a cat just now.
He was, wasn't he?
That is not my true form!
He came cuddling up like a little ball.
Meowing, right?
Silence! Silence!
I am not...!
The hair in my mouth!
I feel gross...
Then why'd you eat it?
I don't know what's going on, but I'm getting annoyed.
So what are you?
An enemy?
If you are, I'll show you no mercy.
Bad!
He's got a short temper.
Why's my team taking their sweet time getting here?
If they take any longer, I'll...
...have to kill him myself.
"YOU'RE LUCKY IT DIDN'T HIT HIM!"
Staz-san, don't be so impulsive!
He dodged it...
It was like he already knew how and where
my attack was going to come from.
Bad!
Enemy isn't quite the right word.
As I see it, this is going to be a one-sided hunt.
A vampire hunt...
...by us, Team Fearless.
You understand?
What took you people so long?!
Sorry about that.
Sam took a long time in the bathroom.
Do it ahead of time!
Who are these guys?
Are they here to kill me?
His hair taste good?
I don't eat it because I enjoy it!
Now, now...
Some team.
They're so busy arguing, they forgot all about me.
I think I'll split before it gets troublesome.
See?
While we're wasting time talking, he's about to get away!
Huh? How'd you?! I haven't left yet.
I know what you're thinking.
My power is called Reader.
"THE READER"
As long as a part of my target is inside of me,
I can read ahead of their actions.
And my power is...
That should do it...good night.
Roy's power is the Chat Room.
"THE CHAT ROOM"
Roy's power is the Chat Room.
It allows our members to share what I foretell.
Roy
BUT ONLY WHILE I'M ASLEEP
Kid
AMAZING, ISN'T IT?
Roy
LEADER,
THEY CAN'T HEAR WHAT YOU SAY IN HERE
Oh that's right. So in other words...
Sounds like fun.
Exactly.
And what powers do the others have?
Kid
HE'S GOING TO JUMP BACKWARD
Are they powers that can kill me?
Precisely.
WOW... HIS MAGIC LOOKS POWERFUL
Jasmine
Interesting...
Sam
BUT HIS DEFENSE IS FULL OF HOLES
Give it your best shot.
What the hell?
Sam
THAT WAS A BLOW DART
Hey c'mon.
You think you can kill me
Jasmine
HE GET MAD?
with a pathetic attack like this?
Sam
LOOKS LIKE IT'S WORKING...
Don't underestimate me!
CARRY OUT THE FORMATION AS PLANNED
Say something, you lame background characters!
You say you can read what I'm going to do next?
Then let's see you dodge all of this!
Your attacks won't work on me anyhow!
What's the matter, huh?
You're so busy running away,
none of your attacks are reaching me.
Come after me some more!
Maybe a Jet Stream Attack or something!
No...
That won't be necessary anymore.
Yeah? Not so tough, are you?
You're like soggy over-boiled pasta.
Unbelievable, he still hasn't noticed.
I've always wanted a hat like this...
What do they call it, a ten-gallon hat?
Huh?
Now if you'll excuse us.
H-Hey!
Fuyumi!
Where are you? Say something!
Fuyumi!
What the hell?
No way...My wound's not healing...
Roy
WE'VE CLEARED PHASE ONE
Now, all that's left is to corner him
GOOD WORK, EVERYONE
using my power and Roy's...
AND SLOWLY FINISH HIM OFF
Sam
OUR SILVER WEAPONS CAME IN HANDY
Jasmine
IT EFFECTIVELY SLOWED DOWN
THE VAMPIRE'S HEALING POWER
Fuyumi
UM...WHERE...AM I?
Damn...it hurts...
Where'd you go...Fuyumi?
Fuyumi
STAZ-SAN...
Relax.
Behave yourself in there for a bit and we'll return you safely...
After we slay the vampire, that is.
You don't have to send me back!
Just let me out of here!
Cry all you want, but he won't hear you.
Kid
HE'S ON THE MOVE, SAM
Seems he's still looking for the girl.
Sam
YES, I SEE HIM
This is what I get for tying her up and going off on my own.
Nothing's changed...
And I call myself a dark hero?
Damn you!
Good. It hit you.
See ya.
Dammit...
I've lost too much blood...
At this rate, I'll die for real.
And so easily...
Was I really this weak?
Some dark hero I am!
He seems pretty worn down.
Should we finish him?
I suppose.
The vampire wasn't much of a challenge...
Against our teamwork, any adversary would meet the same fate.
Staz-san...I'm over here!
Fuyumi
STAZ-SAN... I'M OVER HERE!
WHA...?
Fuyumi...
What was that?!
Rando's head just popped like a firecracker.
Rando! Hey, Rando, what's wrong?!
Roy
IT'S NO USE, RANDO'S CHAT GOT CUT OFF
Rando, speak to me!
Hey, what happened?!
HE'S UNCONSCIOUS
Sam
WHAT JUST HAPPENED?
Jasmine
WE HEARD THE NOISE ALL THE WAY OVER HERE
Roy
THAT'S NOT GOOD...
IF YOU COULD HEAR IT, THAT MEANS...
Kid
HE'S COMING THIS
WAY AT AN
AMAZING SPEED!
- That's impossible! - He was barely alive a minute ago!
Where did he find the strength?!
Roy
QUICK, WE HAVE TO MOVE
Kid
BUT RANDO IS STILL...
I get it now...
And what would that be?
Probably that he's going to die.
Exactly.
If I don't do anything, I'll die.
So I sealed up my wounds with magic.
I can't pull my claws out.
I now know that I can enhance my power...
...by preying on others.
Oh no...
He's draining my power...
These hands are not for destroying my enemies.
They exist for me to hold on to what I should never let go of.
You understand?
Where did you hide what I hold dear?
There.
Roy
SHAM, WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!
Where?
WHY ARE YOU JUST TELLING HIM?!
Inside of him.
HAVEN'T YOU EVER HEARD OF BARGAINING?!
Shut up! Keep quiet!
Huh?
N-No, I didn't mean you...
Yeah?
Roy
I'm sorry.
Staz-san!
Uh, yeah...Can you not point that thing at me?
You're okay!
By the way, this gun was loaded!
That's not important. Are you okay?
Roy
LEADER...
Don't call me Leader now.
Kid
OUR TEAM'S MAIN FORCES WERE WIPED OUT
WHAT MORE DO YOU EXPECT FROM ME?
Roy
NO, THOSE TWO ARE STILL ALIVE
THEY'RE WEAKENED, BUT ARE
STILL CONNECTED TO THIS CHAT
SO THEY PROBABLY HEARD YOU
WHEN YOU SAID SORRY
Kid
SO WHAT ARE YOU TRYING TO SAY?!
Roy
WHAT I'M TRYING TO SAY IS, LEADER...
WE'RE NOT GIVING UP JUST YET, RIGHT?
O-Of course not!
Kid
OF COURSE NOT
Quite the comfortable ride you've got here.
Of course.
Who wouldn't be comfortable after barging into our hideout,
making himself at home and eating fruit?
Hey, what's your complaint?
Aren't these fruits in appreciation
for letting you guys live back there?
He's taking advantage!
Stop that, Staz-san!
Enjoy.
How're the two doing?
They're okay for now.
But they had enough magic sucked out of them
for that vampire to recover completely.
It'll take them a while to get back to normal.
That fact they're here on board with us leaves us with a chance.
We need to buy more time.
Our chance?
Yeah.
Ordinarily, you have to pass a strict inspection
to enter Demon World Acropolis.
I'd be able to get through, but you wouldn't.
Wait, you mean...
"ILLEGAL ENTRY"
- Illegal entry? - Illegal entry.
Exactly. And this airship will act as the perfect cover.
So, what would you call this?
"A ship just when you need to cross," I guess...
TRANSLATION : A SHIP JUST WHEN YOU NEED TO CROSS, I GUESS...
I'll shape my desire of wanting to see you
into an attachment and send it to you
It's hard to be honest, isn't it?
Funny, my heart aches whenever I try to act tough
I have so much I'd like to say to you
But I just keep rambling on with silly words
"I love you." How simple is that?
So why can't I say it?
Do you do you feel me?
I'm going to make a promise for our future
Tying the red ribbon on my finger as tightly as I can
I'll run towards you like a shooting star of love
With a big smile and reach out for you
This is Point N1. I have something on radar.
Looks like an illegal entry.
So we have uninvited guests.
Okay, they'll be very welcome.
My Right Hand Crab is ready to welcome them anytime!
Don't worry, Fuyumi.
I won't ever let go of you again.
S-Staz-san?!
Are you sure it's okay to let them go?
They won't make it if they jump, anyway.
I put a transmitter on them, so we'll be able to find them
even if they fall back down to the demon world.
- All right, here we go! - What?! W-Wait!
Here they come. Here they come!
Welcome!
Welcome to Demon World Acropolis!
What?!
Thanks for the welcoming!
Roy, this wasn't part of the plan.
We're letting them go straight to Demon World Acropolis!
Hey, don't blame me.
We're up against more of a trickster
than we even bargained for.