All set.
Sis!
If you don't get up, you'll be late!
What the...
After you got home drunk, you drank some more?
Man, you're so hopeless...
organizational backing
I made you French toast, okay?
Thanks, Hinata...
I'm gonna get going.
Take care.
Oh, today is recycling day.
Take out the cans and bottles, okay?
Don't forget!
So sleepy.
In response to an increase in heinous crimes,
a new movement is picking up steam in police and security forces around the world.
This is the story of the services performed by ACTIVE in Japan.
File 2: Academy Destruction
Morning!
Welcome to Liko's TV program guide!
Do you want the usual?
Okay, Morning Electro-Circus it is!
Hinata went and installed some weird app again.
Police Department Big Showdown on Expressway News Anchor: Kominato Eriko Former Defense Ministry Official: Manabe Youichi
So, their flamboyant arrest act destroyed the expressway,
resulting in partial blockage of Yamate Avenue.
Let's hear what Manabe Youichi-san, a former defense official and police expert, has to say.
Manabe-san, Unit 8, Japan's ACTIVE, has overstepped its bound yet again.
Police Department Big Showdown on Expressway
Well, there are many factors to consider.
Given that the criminals were armed to the teeth,
you're forced to respond in kind, to a certain point.
So you're saying excessive force is necessary.
That's not quite what I said.
Police Department Big Showdown on Expressway
What about you, Ishiguro-san?
It's way over the top. What a bunch of clowns.
How much of our tax money are they going to waste?
We requested an interview with the police,
but they only gave us their usual line.
"Our understanding is that Unit 8 has upheld the law with their actions, which were blameless."
"We will refrain from publicly commenting on specifics, due to national security."
They call us at the first sign of trouble, but they're still territorial, huh?
Distance to Destination: 2.5km
Good morning.
Well, if no one's here, it's easier to snoop around.
Red alert! We have an emergency sortie request from Okinawa's Naha Police Department.
Please equip Willwear.
Roger.
Wait, why is it Kyoukai-san?
Please hurry!
I know.
Your Willwear is ready.
Brief me on the case while I change.
Huh?
Oh, uh, right...
The famous aquarium was attacked.
Churaumi?
That isn't Naha's jurisdiction. It's Ishikawa's.
Huh?
Uh, the attackers fled to Naha Airport by sea...
The emergency sortie request is a lie, isn't it?
Oops, you got me.
Why are you barging in here?!
Oh, don't worry.
I don't get turned on by that kind of "inner" suit.
That's not the issue here!
I thought we should customize your new Wear, that's all.
Thanks, but no thanks!
Oh, but...
Even without your unwanted help,
I've already memorized the manual!
But your Wear is from the Wakaba Group—
I don't need you to explain it to me!
Hey!
Let me at least do the Wear's data graph—
I understand why you need the data,
given that you're from the Willwear association.
But if you're looking to customize mine, please take care of the battery first.
I don't want to go through what Sena-san did!
I guess trying to force customization was the wrong move...
Those with means grow ever richer,
while those without grow ever poorer.
Ask,
and it will be given to you.
Kouki Education Academy
Good morning, president!
Oh, good morning, Yamabuki-kun.
I e-mailed you the council meeting agenda.
Please review it.
All right.
You work fast, Yamabuki-kun.
Thank you!
Safety First
Kouki Education Academy, in Shinagawa...
Why is no one here?
It's already nine o'clock!
Isn't anyone on call? What's up with this unit?!
Report Form
I'll report this lack of discipline to HQ!
Morning!
Good morning.
You're here early, Asami-chan.
Relatively speaking, I suppose I am.
Here we go!
Towing
Um, what's that?
It's a super rare LED bus sign that says "Towing."
Liko-chan told me there was a sighting this morning, so I just had to rush over!
Good job, Liko-chan.
That's the reason you're late?
I got permission from the section chief.
He said everyone except you would be late.
He, himself, will get in after noon.
Even the boss?!
Saitama Prefecture Oomiya Police Station
I'm so sorry.
We did request backup, so I don't want to make an issue of it, but...
Go ahead.
Will it always be on us to write the letter of apology?
I apologize.
Regulations stipulate that we always operate by official request, so...
We have a bunch of quicksand refugees from Tokyo, you know.
We're in a crunch here.
I am well aware of that.
I believe we've previously made a point
of requesting speedier arrests.
I apologize. The perpetrators' Willwear units
were modified beyond what could be foreseen.
I'm not asking for excuses.
I am truly, truly sorry...
I chose you because
you remain calm and collected.
You don't rashly pursue justice.
You apprehend criminals within the bounds prescribed by the law.
That's how I'd assessed you, at least.
I understand there can be many unforeseen circumstances,
but I'd like you to endeavor to minimize collateral damage.
Our relations with the Defense Ministry already require a delicate touch.
Excuse me.
To hell with the lot of them...
Rin?
Oh, hey!
Here for the usual ritual?
Yeah, doing the apology circuit.
What about you, Inagi-kun?
Off to the election committee office for various application forms.
My boss might run for office.
Right, it's almost time for gubernatorial candidacy announcements.
Hey, do you have some free time?
That's what he said I'd find...
There are enemies. Enemies trying to kill you.
Get them before they get you!
Thus, just as the redevelopment of western Tokyo began to pick up steam,
a rapid recovery of groundwater in the Kanto plains—
Whoa, it's shaking!
Hey, the net!
Wh-What's going on?
What?
What's going on?
Why don't you have Hina-chan take over the rounds?
I bet she can get through anything with that smile of hers.
Yeah, I know I lack social skills.
I only told Hinata about this side of things, anyway.
Second Community Safety Division Yamabuki Rin
Guess you have it rough, too.
So, what I wanted to talk to you about—
Hang on, sorry.
Hello?
We have a sortie request from the Shinagawa PS.
The location is the Kouki Education Academy.
Huh?
Apparently, a firefighter Willwear is destroying the campus.
This way!
This way, everyone!
I'm going to lower the shutters, okay?
O-Okay.
Everyone to the gym! Hurry!
President?
I'll make sure there are no underclassmen left behind.
Yamabuki-kun, stay with the others!
President...
The Willwear is Dainippon Textiles' DSE-4800.
It seems to be jury-rigged with the Iwasaki ISR-20 module
that was outlawed two years ago.
The Iwasaki?
Wasn't that developed for personnel working to restore quicksand districts?
Yes, it was a refresher option module for construction-engineering Willwear.
Those types typically provide high-oxygen air or aromatherapy,
but this one utilized gray-zone narcotics
to help users endure harsh working conditions.
I remember now.
I'll be there ASAP.
I'm close, so it should be soon.
Of all places, why is it at Hinata's school?
Tokyo might soon find itself in a difficult position.
Huh?
I am the secretary to a politician, after all.
I hear a lot of things.
Many factions are starting to make their moves...
Each with their own ideas of justice.
Then, all we have to do is...
President!
What are you doing here?
Yamabuki-kun, you followed me?
I thought I might be able to figure out the attacker's destination
if I accessed the school's security cameras.
Obtained access to the security cameras.
Sending feed to main screen.
I see someone.
A hostage?
Let's zoom in on a still.
The boss?!
But she's wearing...
I think she mentioned being proud of having a much younger sister at this school.
She must be real smart.
It's a super elite school.
The protective capsule's closing.
The girl's been taken hostage!
To secure an optimal ejection angle,
the command vehicle will move to Beta 08.
Everyone, prepare to sortie.
Roger!
Hinata?
Yes.
She's trapped in the protective capsule attached to the attacker's Willwear.
What's the capsule's durability?
IARC rating is level 2.
Is there anyone else we need to rescue? Whatever intel you have is fine.
It seems most of the civilians have evacuated to the gym,
but they said they lost contact with a student named Hachijou.
Here's our strategy.
After incapacitating the target, we gain direct access
to the Willwear and force a system shutdown.
Haruka-chan, Kuroki-kun—
Wait!
What?
The target's Wear has an MTQ 1.3 times that of Oscar II's.
There's no guarantee that Kuroki-san can incapacitate it.
We'll lure the target to the partially collapsed second campus building,
then destroy the building, burying it.
Not another reckless plan!
Your methods are too crude!
Besides, if you force a shutdown,
it'll mean cutting off the oxygen to the capsule's occupant!
If the rubble isn't cleared fast enough, your sister—
We cannot give my sister special treatment.
Minimizing collateral damage is our prio—
My Fine Familia is capable of incapacitating that Wear.
With my cutting-edge, advanced Wear unit,
it's possible to minimize collateral damage and prioritize civilian safety.
Sure, it's possible.
I am able to maximize that possibility!
Hey, it's not so easy when you're out there in the real world.
That's no problem!
I've cleared SS-rated simulations!
Fine.
I hereby order you, Kazari Asami, to sortie as Oscar VI.
Roger!
Hey, boss...
Vitals, all green.
Lock.
Inner unit, begin output.
Oscar VI, set Fine Familia Unit.
I won't do things the way they're used to.
The police are a force of justice!
Oscar VI, data-link to mobile assault vehicle confirmed.
Request permission to launch.
Permission granted.
Launching.
Is it Unit 8 that is foolish,
or Japan itself, as a system?
Target confirmed.
Descending.
This is the police!
Power down the Willwear and surrender immediately!
The auto-lock function is off. Would you like to enable it?
Combat Help Function On Off Auto-lock Stabilizer Function On Off
Huh?
Of course I would.
Stabilizer mode is recommended.
Would you like to enable it?
No!
Is that definitive?
I said, "No"!
Would you like to record footage for use at trial?
Auto-Memory Function On Off Full Moon Insurance for Family Safety See More Now See Later
Ugh, what's going on?
Kyoukai-san?
Yeah, I thought it would still be in initial startup mode.
That's what I was trying to fix this morning.
Huh?
By default, the Wakaba Group Willwears
come with a helpful assistant function, so even normal civilians can use them.
What normal civilian would use this?
It's designed with an eye toward mass consumption.
I don't care why.
Tell me how to turn it off!
Oscar VI!
25 new updates available. Download now? Yes No
The Yachoubori Law Firm Is a Friend of Justice Our Seasoned Legal Team Will Protect You Contact Now Contact Later
Auto-lock recommended. On Off
Wakaba's Special Service Pack On Off
3 days remaining in your auto-navigation program trial. Purchase Now
Please fill out our questionnaire. Fill out now Later
Thank God for new models.
The shock absorbers kick in much faster than the others!
This is the police.
You are currently charged with destruction of property
and obstruction of justice!
Further, the sensors are picking up drug use!
God, I can't see anything!
Warning: Heart Rate Elevated. Please Calm Down and Take a Deep Breath. Warning: Adrenaline Increasing. Please Calm Down. Warning: Battery Use Is High Please Fight Smart.
Kyoukai-kun!
I'm getting rid of the pop-ups on this end.
Just a bit longer.
Where's Yamabuki-kun?
Yamabuki-kun?
They're going away!
All right.
Activate Simulate Pattern Akatsuki!
Not bad.
It's only simulation software, but still,
she's able to keep up.
There it is!
The capsule's release hatch!
No way!
Send the data here.
Got it.
Somehow, they've fortified this part alone.
But why that one?
They intended to use the capsule from the start?
Why is she losing her cool?
Sena-kun, stand by on-site.
Roger.
Get... off...
Calm down!
You read the manual, didn't you?
Oh, right. A leg move...
Kick Dash Iota!
Kick Dash Iota
That's way too high.
What about the people taking refuge inside?
DSE system shutoff confirmed.
The attacker is still alive!
Contact JR! There may be blackouts!
I... did this?
Urgent message from Takawa 05 to Takawa HQ.
Takawa HQ, acknowledged.
I admit I'd started to get my hopes up, but I guess I'll have to reassess.
The Saitou Building has collapsed due to Unit 8 action for Directive 153.
Backup requested.
She passed, right?
Takawa HQ to all units, cordon off the Saitou Building and minimize access.
She adapted to unforeseen circumstances,
and produced results.
We repeat, cordon off the Saitou Building...
Well...
Um, are you okay?
Oh, yes...
Thank you.
You saved me.
N-No problem.
I'll take her to the hospital, just in case.
Keep up the good work.
Oh, is it okay for you to be here?
Keep your chin up, Oscar VI.
That building had been evacuated.
I see...
Let's go home.
I failed, didn't I?
Why?
As a police officer of justice, my actions were inexcusable!
Don't worry.
Police officers aren't just.
Huh?
It's fine for you to be just.
But what we should protect is the law.
Don't bring personal justice into the workplace.
You'll be disciplined in due course.
That proved more fruitful than anticipated.
Perhaps we'll throw more obstacles at Unit 8.
Perhaps they will become our enemies...
Enemies?
Enemies of Logos?
Talk about clichéd.
Hinata, are you okay?
Oh, Sis...
Sorry for the scare.
I was so shocked to get a call from the police station.
I'm sorry.
But I'm okay.
Oh, there is one thing I'm worried about.
What?
Who's going to make you breakfast tomorrow?
Silly!
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Ohakonyapachininko!
File 3: Challenge From the Arena
Welcome to Liko's predictions for the future!
What's next?
Huh? What's going on?
Everyone's just drinking nonstop.
Whoa!
Did Kazari-san make a surprising career change?
What does the episode title, "Challenge From the Arena," mean?