Anime-Koi
presents
It's those Blues!
SEPTER 4 has entered the building.
Munakata, ready!
I'll handle this.
In compliance with Protocol 120, I am taking you into custody.
Any objections?
No, unfortunately.
Take good care of me.
Well, look who's here.
Suoh, let's get straight to the point.
Your Weismann level is pushing its limit.
If the Sword of Damocles should fall,
we'll have a repeat of the Kagutsu Crater incident.
If you insist on drawing more power from the Dresden Slates,
I'll have to kill you.
I have no idea what you're talking about.
I'm telling you to renounce your throne.
You're still a stick in the mud, aren't you, Munakata?
If that's how you're going to play,
then I have to come up with a way to keep you locked up for life.
Actually, there is one way to keep me locked up here forever.
You could do it, Munakata.
The Blue King could personally keep an eye on me.
Twenty-four hours a day, inside this cell.
When I get too violent, you could restrain me by force.
The thought of having to breathe the same air as you makes me queasy.
And besides, I'm afraid I'm quite busy.
I can't spend all my time with you.
I'm sorry you feel that way, Munakata.
Yeah, me too, Suoh...
One reason only, come and kiss
Tell me what's your name
Anime-Koi
presents
Mata hikareatte wa
Captivated by each other once again,
Kurabeau koto de
The comparison is what hurt us.
kegashita
Nando yoru ga megurutomo
Regardless of how many nights pass by,
Makkura yami no dokoka de
somewhere within this dark night,
kaketa jibun no piisu daw
my piece has been drawn.
Dakara search and kiss and destroy
So, I've got to search and kiss, and destroy.
Disperse!
Yabanna jounetsu, reiseina shoudou,
Seeing blood with a barbarious passion,
chi wo minuite
and a calm impulse
Yousha wa shinai no?
Will you not pardon me?
Disperse!
Tashikametai,
I want to confirm it,
tsunagatte itai,
I want to be connected together,
hontou wa kowai no
but I'm scared in reality
Mikanseina ai wo zutto furikazashita
I've brandished my incomplete love forever,
Wakaritai,
but I want to understand it,
wakaranai,
I don't understand it,
wakarazuya
I'm obstinate.
Aihan suru seigi ni
As comrades who assemble
tsudou yakara sa
under one conflicting justice,
Isshun no yasuragi ni
at the tranquility of the moment,
Yorisotte
let's nestle together.
Restraining him with fire-retardant phenolic resin...
That sounds like a good idea.
But I don't know how effective it'd be against him.
I don't know what the Red King, Suoh Mikoto, has in mind,
but this gives us a good opportunity.
If I may be so blunt,
we should try every available option short of killing him.
For example, how about administering doses of muscle relaxers or tranquilizers?
Under proper medical supervision, of course.
That's quite a radical idea and a good one at that, Awashima-kun.
Your blatant disregard for Suoh's human rights
makes me shudder.
All right. I'll consider it.
Have you learned anything about the weapon used to murder Totsuka Tatara?
Apparently, it was one of many modified guns
that the mafia was trafficking.
The man in charge of their smuggling operation has gone missing,
along with the truck.
Was there anything else on that truck?
A few volatile chemicals, explosives,
and enough weapons and ammo to open up a gun shop.
Those bastards...
Well, if the suspects have gotten their hands on that much firepower...
Metro P.D. is taking this very seriously,
and is about to form an investigation unit.
I'm thinking of putting in a special request for a release of information.
Shall I issue the order under Level: Prussian Blue?
No, bump it up to the next one, Royal Blue.
I want details on every incident
that has occurred in this city in the past two weeks,
as well as everything that may or will happen until this case is solved.
I want every set of eyes and ears you have on this.
Understood.
And those who can't handle it have no need for eyes and ears.
It is our duty to manage and make use of them.
You are an exceptional woman, Awashima-kun.
How's it coming?
I'm just about done spicing up the video
HOMRA spammed it across the net.
We have the algorithm to manage all the information.
Then, I leaked some gossip questioning the authenticity of the video.
So far, I've kept it confined to the level of a well-conceived Internet prank.
How about you?
I'm checking the database for people with criminal records, but...
I'm not getting any hits.
I just hope the Greens don't catch on to this.
All right. I'll be right there.
Can you pass me the soy sauce?
Show your gratitude, for your meal is important.
Now chew and savor.
There you have it. Now eat up.
Uh, what?
I see.
They do work fast.
Nah, don't worry.
As long as the video still exists, it'll get us somewhere.
Okay, understood.
Yes, yes...
Thanks.
Though, if the Black Dog really did double-cross us,
this is going to be a real bitch.
Not to mention, we're running out of time.
What did you just say?!
Shut up!
You fucking pussy!
Uu... I can't breathe.
M-My bar!
Why don't you try and say it again, huh?
Dammit you guys!
Listen, you punks!
This bar was specially imported from a pub in England.
It cost me a fortune!
The scent of ale, cigarettes,
and the chatter of drunken patrons...
Kusanagi-san...
are soaked into this fine piece of history!
You're going to crush my skull!
With every polishing,
Please, let go!
the luster of the rosewood...
Ow! Oww!
So...
Care to tell me why you're fighting again, boys?
Well, this idiot badmouthed Mikoto-san!
No, I didn't!
What about Mikoto?
He said Mikoto-san joined the Blues!
You should give him hell, too, Kusanagi-san!
No! That's not true!
I was just wondering why
Don't make excuses!
the King let himself be captured without a fight.
H-Hey! Don't kick me!
Bastard! That's the same thing!
No it's not!
Yeah? Say it again, and I'll...
Want me to tell you?
Huh?
Why Mikoto purposely allowed himself to be captured?
Uh... Sure.
If you apologize to my bar sincerely, I'll tell you.
O-Okay.
We're sorry.
Think about it.
They're trying to confine a guy
who's a natural disaster waiting to happen.
Worst-case scenario,
the Blue King will have to stay with him at all times.
What do you think that means for us?
It becomes easier for us to make our move, right?
Mikoto let himself be captured so we could roam free.
You see, I told you!
Let's get out there and search for that piece of shit and the Black Dog!
Huh?
We won't let Mikoto-san down!
R-Right.
See you, Kusanagi-san!
I'm counting on you, Yata-chan!
You got it!
Liar.
C'mon, cut me some slack.
It's sort of true.
By the way,
I wanted to ask you, while I have the chance...
Who were those "fire" guys who came chasing after me?
Their fellow clansman was killed,
and they're out for revenge.
Clansman?
Like a motorcycle gang or the mafia?
A clan is a group of people who serve a king.
Clansmen are the members of such a group.
Suoh Mikoto, the Red King, is the king of the third clan.
Of all the kings, he is the most short-tempered.
So you're saying he's the boss of a group of espers,
and that there are other groups like his?
I'm being mistaken
for the guy who murdered one of their members, huh?
Not mistaken for, you are the murderer.
Once we're done eating, I'm going to kill you.
What?!
More!
Then, I'll have more, too!
Well, this is going to be the last bowl of white rice you'll ever eat.
Hey, wait a minute!
Found them!
Over here, too!
This is the missing gun dealer's spot, all right!
How the hell does Kusanagi-san get a hold
of this kind of information, anyway?
Rumor has it that
this dealer isn't the only guy who mysteriously disappeared.
Looks like Kusanagi-san made the connection
between them and Totsuka's murder.
I'm going to have to ask you to go into more detail, scumbag.
What the hell?!
Y-You're...
Who is this guy?
He's Fushimi!
That guy who double-crossed us?!
Guess he's not here...
I found the missing gun dealer's warehouse.
Tell Lieutenant Awashima and clean up this mess.
Show some respect.
You're too kind.
Moving onward.
I understand now why those people are after me.
But why do you want to kill me?
It's not like you're one of them.
It's because I am a vassal
of the former Seventh King, the Colorless King.
Colorless?
It means one who is not beholden to a color.
My late master ordered me to evaluate
the man who would be the next King,
and to kill him without hesitation if he is evil.
Master Ichigen Miwa, the previous King,
possessed the ability to predict the future.
The ability to see the future...
The Colorless King...
For starters, what is this "King" you keep talking about?
One endowed with great power
that embodies the natural laws of this world.
The power of a king is what runs this country.
Ordinary human beings would not know of this, however.
I thought the Prime Minister was the most powerful man in this country.
Yes, yes. I will see to it. Yes.
Yes, as you wish. Goodbye.
Prime Minister,
Here is the official document to issue Level: Royal Blue.
I already received a call from His Excellency regarding that matter.
Both Captain Munakata and His Excellency
value regulation above all else.
SEPTER 4 will now institute the Yuishiki System.
For two weeks, the people will be disenfranchised of their rights.
I hope you understand.
We don't have the right to refuse.
You're well aware of that.
Just following regulations, sir.
Good grief...
Even though we have no choice,
it's not easy going along with a King's whimsical decisions.
This country's current government
and economy would not be functioning were it not for the power of one man.
It was because of him that Japan was able to transform
from a once-defeated nation, preyed upon by its neighbors,
into the world's greatest economic and technological power.
Who is he?
He is known as the Golden King.
His influence extends to all aspects of society.
For example,
both of these were made by companies controlled by the Golden King.
You called those fire guys' boss
the Red King, didn't you?
So there's a Red and Gold King?
There are seven kings.
Seven?
Each clan is completely different depending on the King who rules them.
If I were to describe the Red Clan in a word, it would be...
"Violence."
What the hell...
I rushed over because I heard there was trouble with the guy who killed Totsuka-san...
These were the guys you meant?
Damn you, punk!
What do you think you're doing?!
Yata-chan!
Help me out here. These guys won't go away!
They want me to tell them about you!
Get lost.
You heard me, get lost.
Or else you're going to be in a lot more pain.
Fuck you!
So you guys want to know about us?
Then, I'll tell you.
I'm HOMRA. We are HOMRA.
Mikoto-san taught us that.
This represents our pride...
Hey, limpdicks,
I'm giving you a good story here.
Pay attention!
What should we do to them, Yata-san?
As much as we can without killing them.
They're a clan with bonds that run thicker than blood.
Killing one of their members was an awfully stupid thing to do,
King-to-be.
Look! I keep telling you it was someone who looks like me!
I'm not the "King" you talk about, and I've never killed anyone!
See those men?!
Yes...
They trashed my place!
Oh, is that so?
Are you listening to me?!
Business is shot for the night!
Yes, over at the shopping district.
Why don't you two come to my shop?!
There was an assault.
I'll open just for you.
Please send back up.
No, that's all right.
Looks like I just missed them.
Oh, come on..
Stop by again, okay?
Why...?
Thank you for the meal.
Thank you for the meow.
Okay, time to kill you.
Wait, wait! This isn't right!
Let's think about this rationally.
Your reason for wanting to kill me
is because I am the evil Colorless King, correct?
Based on what?
That video.
That could've easily been faked!
Don't you think it's strange?
Why would I purposely identify myself as the Colorless King?
Because you're evil and want to show it.
If that's true,
wouldn't I have run away to somewhere safer,
after messing with such dangerous people?
Wouldn't I?
I keep telling you,
I'm just an ordinary high school student!
Then, who is that?
Isn't she one of your Clansmen?
Huh? No, she's uh...
Who exactly are you?
Or... what are you?
I am Neko.
Could she be a Strain?
Then is it purely coincidence that she's here?
No, that can't be...
Strain?
There are those who possess special powers without receiving them from a king.
Is that what you are?
I don't quite understand it, but I am Shiro's cat...
and Shiro is mine!
Thanks, I guess...
I am Shiro's cat, and Shiro is mine!
Listen, Yatogami Kuroh-kun...
I'm being falsely accused here!
I'm going to prove my innocence to you!
And I'll clear up the misunderstanding with those scary people.
I swear... I haven't killed anyone!
Didn't your late master tell you to kill me
after you made a precise evaluation?
Then, see for yourself,
whether I am good or evil!
Push a button.
Huh?
Just do it.
Okay, here I go.
Do not judge the cold
Without first knowing the warmth Of the shining sun
What's this?
It means don't jump to judgment.
Looks like you just got a new lease on life, Isana Yashiro.
Just Shiro is fine.
Mind if I call you Kuro?
Isana Yashiro,
As you have requested, from this moment on,
I will determine what kind of person you are.
If I find that you are evil, I will slay you without hesitation.
Do we have an understanding?
Thank you, Kuro.
That's good enough for now.
Thank Master Ichigen for admonishing me.
What is that voice recorder?
You mean this?!
This contains the recorded words of my late Master Ichigen.
The words of Master Ichigen, who was also an avant-garde poet,
were so filled with deep meaning and beauty
that simply engraving them into my soul was not enough,
so I recorded them at every opportunity.
To this day, whenever I am unsure,
Walk casually
Along the path you have chosen The path to your dreams
There you have it.
Creepy!
tsumetai heya no sumi ni
In this corner of the cold room,
sashikonde kita yuuhi dattara
If only the setting sun would shine.
chikazuite mite mo kanjou wa nakute
Even when I get close, my heart is frozen
uragiri mo mai
And the lies keep dancing
kyou mo ashita mo hitori de
Today, and tomorrow too, I'll be alone
kitto sore ga utsuru no koto de
I'm sure it's just a reflection of the truth
kawasu kotoba mo naku
There's nothing left to say
ichinichi wo oeru toki
at the end of the day
tatoeba yasashisa wa dorekurai no
I don't know how much warmth
nukumori ga mou shiranai da
could equal one's kindness
sonna ni sonna ni kantan janai
It's, it's not that simple to cope
kokoro no kyori
with the distance between hearts
tsumetai heya no sumi ni
In the corner of this cold room,
chiisa komatta mama
lies an infant, still troubled.
Hey there!
It's me! That's right, Neko!
I'm feeling great!
But these clothes are killing me!
Things would be so much better if I didn't have to wear them!
Hey, that's it!
Next week, I'll use my powers to strip those two naked!
Next time on K, episode 4, "Knock-on effect."
Don't worry!
They'll have their clothes on for the DVD release!