Freeze everything to silence.
All glory must fade, for it is the law of the world, the truth of karma.
As water flows from high to low, so too must you take all life.
Show me a world completely stopped, as though time itself had been frozen.
Well then, now that we're all here, why don't we begin?
On Moroha Haimura's Rank-S certification.
UK Executive Sir Edward Lampard
Russia Executive Vasilisa Yuryevna Mostvaya
I oppose. Any objections?
France Executive Charles Saint-Germain
I agree with the Lightning Emperor of Russia.
Japan Executive Hayakawa Ando
I'm in favor.
He has the aptitude.
And the rest of you?
China Executive (representative) Lu Ji Xin
I wouldn't dare impose.
United States Executive Arlene Highbury
Do we even have enough information to measure what's-his-face's abilities?
Don't worry.
He defeated a nine-headed Metaphysical. He's a prodigy.
And the evidence?
Haimura-kun disposed of the multi-head in an instant.
He didn't leave time for any records.
This is what they mean when they say you put your foot in your mouth.
Forget it.
How could you possibly expect us to accept it without any evidence?
I guess I can't agree either, then.
Wait.
I know where you're coming from. I was skeptical, too.
That's why I—
Not at a time like this.
What is it, Ando?
It's a Metaphysical.
Target is maintaining speed.
Understood. Continue following it from a distance.
Understood.
Three hundred meters in length.
No! The Dreadnought Class is nothing compared to this.
The Six Heads have called it the Fortress Class.
So where is it now?
In the Sea of Japan, moving southward.
It'll be past this island's shores and reach Honshu in an hour.
If that thing set foot on land...
It'd be a catastrophe.
When are we getting backup?
Japan Headquarters is ordering us to retreat.
They decided that we mustn't attack recklessly while the Japan Executive is absent.
I don't get it.
Didn't the principal go with him to the UK, as well?
Yes. Mari-oneechan's Transportal can bring them back right away.
I don't know the details, but the brass must have made their decisions.
Are you going to follow their orders?
Their orders are absolute.
Besides, as the leader of the squad, I can't lead you into a hopeless battle.
Look! At that!
They should have been at a safe distance.
It's either highly intelligent or aggressive.
You understand now, don't you?
We have no time to waste.
Gather your things immediately.
The islanders are already being evacuated.
We'll follow them off the island.
What's wrong?
I have a tummy ache all of a sudden!
I'll have to see a doctor on the mainland!
Bye!
Moroha.
Go back to your rooms.
Let's prepare.
This is interesting.
Ando, you will not move a step from where you are.
What?
What is this nonsense?
How are they going to defeat that thing without the Six Heads at the fronts?
How is it nonsense?
Isn't there a man in Japan that may become Rank-S?
Ando has no reason to return.
Good idea.
Sleep for a while.
That way you won't have to suffer, either.
So you have a kind side. I'm impressed.
He's as cute as he is young when he's asleep.
You'll have to take care of it, Moroha.
Everyone, please evacuate calmly.
There are enough ships for everyone. Please evacuate calmly.
Are you sure about this, Maya?
Yes.
I want to make myself useful, too.
Shizuno?
Obviously.
Satsuki?
I don't want to run anymore.
Aren't you retreating?
The strikers are, yeah.
But I'm neither a captain nor a squad member.
I'm just here as Isurugi Jin.
"How can we call ourselves the swords of salvation
if we can't even save two girls," huh?
Those words struck me.
There're only five of us, but depending on how we play it out...
You're counting wrong.
We missed the boat.
Let us fight with you.
Please.
Asses are more massive than the world.
That's why I fight.
Guys...
Anyway, what about our orders?
No, I'm not a captain right now.
Be a little more flexible. You're so stubborn.
We are the swords of salvation.
We are the Saviors.
We are the Strike for our People, our Peace and our Justice.
Sound?
Yeah.
The first victim was a fishing boat that was playing loud music.
And...
The Defense Force helicopter made a loud blast.
Right.
It's likely that the Fortress responds sensitively to sound.
We'll form lines based on this fact.
It's here.
Wh-What is that?
It's too big.
Stop warbling, chicks!
First we'll lure the Fortress towards the harbor siren.
The Black Mage squad will make use of Shimon-kun's barrier as a safety zone
and attack from the left.
It's headed toward the harbor.
Just as planned.
That's our captain.
It's like a moving island.
Meanwhile, the Shirogane squad will focus on
providing cover for the Black Mage squad.
Momochi-kun will use her speed to relay messages between the squads.
And when the Fortress becomes immobilized,
we'll have independent attacks from both the left and the front.
I-Independent?
Who's doing it?
I'll be doing the left.
And I want you, Haimura-kun, to handle the front, where we expect
the most intense attacks.
You say that so casually, Captain.
It stopped.
But now we can't...
We can't surround it.
What the?
Who is that?
Woohoo!
I'm the party of the century!
I'm so awesome!
Kammie-senpai!
Fireworks.
It's moving.
Never mind, go away!
Kammie-senpai!
Run, Mannendo!
All right, it's in formation.
Commence operation!
No way.
I had no idea.
I can't do it.
It's already been explained.
It can be done.
And you're already standing on the battlefield, Takenaka!
You have nice balls.
You pass.
Step up, if any of you want to be checked, too!
Then let's proceed as planned.
Write.
Land of the Unreasonable, ground of the frozen, lend me your breath.
Dreadful Blizzard.
Fell everything in the blink of an eye.
Lightning!
Flare!
Hydrosquirt!
Incinerator!
We did it.
We did it!
It's too early to celebrate, you buffoons.
Surprise, surprise!
They came out of the Metaphysical!
More Metaphysicals!
Well it's not uncommon for giant insect types to have bugs inside.
It's our job to exterminate them and protect the Dark Mage squad.
Don't forget that.
R-Roger.
Bring it on!
Stubborn, huh?
You're absolutely right.
And that's fine.
Let's go. With honesty. With naiveté.
My challenge to myself in this camp...
is to come even one step closer to Haimura-kun!
How can I become as powerful as you?
I think it's just a matter of spirit.
I get it, Haimura-kun.
I finally get it.
Start the music.
Come, Saratiga.
Let's go!
The world of the decadent is unending. Let the trumpets blare. Come, moment of judgment!
Black Gehenna!
Yin Yang Kurikara!
Sorry, but...
they told me not to let you through!
Senpai!
You always make such a mess.
I wish you'd say I'm a jack of all trades, master of none.
Bimbo?
I see vermin!
Sophie-senpai makes even more of a mess.
Shoot.
This is because I didn't get to do grown-up lotion stuff with Haimura!
And this is because I didn't get to have Haimura take off my grown-up swimsuit!
My challenge at camp is to take it all out on you!
Die!
Take this!
And this!
It's scary what you can do when you're angry.
Captain Isurugi!
What's the status?
Sir, the Dark Mage squad has destroyed the left leg portion.
They're now attacking the trunk.
All right, now we need Haimura-kun to take out the head.
What?
No, it's...
It was multi-headed?!
No, order everyone to retreat! Immediately!
Right!
My head's pounding.
Use defensive magic!
I can't!
At this rate...
Guys.
Damn you.
Y-Yes.
Shizuno!
I'm fine.
Hurry...
Shizuno!
Ranjou.
We have a retreat order.
Hurry, bring everyone.
Be pumped on the inside.
In fact, be strong of will, but calm of mind.
Take care of the others.
Ranjou.
That Plana.
I'm going to protect everyone until Nii-sama gets here!
What the?
Haimura!
Momo-senpai.
Satsuki went berserk.
She's as fervent as you and Captain.
Satsuki's in danger.
Run, Momo-senpai.
I'll defeat it.
What?
We wouldn't be having so much trouble if we could defeat it that easily.
Still, it has to be done.
Before it turns to face Satsuki.
But what do I do?
I can't defeat it with a half-assed attack.
I remember.
That won't do, it's too shallow.
No, this is good.
Just get out of here, Momo-senpai.
Dammit, whatever!
I'll go down with you!
Moroha, I'll cover your rear.
Thank you!
Come on, hang in there.
We're safe in my barrier.
Ranjou!
Satsuki!
Nii-sama!
We're good here. Go retreat with the others.
I'm so glad.
Satsuki!
I got this.
Your running was awesome just now.
Dammit...
If it does that thing now...
I...
I won't forgive anything that takes from me!
Oh? So they won.
Not bad.
Those are my men for you.
Um, yeah. I think what's-his-face is set for Rank-S.
Well then, how's this?
Taking into consideration he'd only just recently awakened,
and that he's still a student,
we'll treat him exclusively as a student until he graduates.
So he gets three years parole.
Fair enough. He'll be working for me soon.
I'm so tired.
Me, too.
Come on.
Don't your legs hurt?
What about you? Do you hurt anywhere?
No, I actually feel good.
Let's do something that feels even better, then.
Shizuno.
Are your injuries better already?
Yes, I'm fine.
Maya-san gave me treatment.
You have good complexion, too. Good for you, Urushibara.
Huh, didn't you call me Shizuno earlier, Satsuki-san?
You were out of it, so forget about it!
Ow, this pillow moves!
Maybe it's not a good pillow.
My pillows are softer.
Hey!
Stop talking like the vice captain!
Do you have a problem with me?
Crap!
Good work, everyone.
You did well treating everyone, too, Maya-chan.
I wish I could make myself more useful.
No, you did great.
You guys, did you see me being a badass?
Wasn't I awesome?
Oh, yeah, what happened since then?
He took a sonic attack and slept through the whole thing.
Anyway, Ranjou, I heard you saved the Dark Mage squad from being wiped out.
I'll praise you for now.
It was nothing.
So you can rest now.
I'll be Haimura 's pillow now.
This is an order from your vice captain.
That's enough, Kanzaki-kun.
Mercy!
The waves ebbing and flowing are a lullaby.
I prayed in my heart so that we, wearied from combat,
may sleep well at least for today.
You, go to Japan and take him down.
Understood.
He's a Rank-S. Do whatever it takes.
Give your all to show them Russia's might.
Yes, ma'am.
Preview
I'm going to wait until that stubborn bastard's not looking, and then Haimura—
Your head is as soft as a tomato, Kanzaki-kun.
Next time, episode seven: "The Silver-haired Alien."
Write!