Why? Why did it turn out like this?
All we wanted to do was to protect Center City...
Why...
What? We broke through the checkpoints.
They don't know where we're headed.
Now all we need to do is head to our destination without sticking out.
Exactly!
Although, don't let down your guard.
What's with the long face?
No, it's nothing really...
Don't worry, we'll get through this somehow!
I think you're being a bit too optimistic there.
Fine, then how should I be?
Our journey is going to get rough from now on.
Even after we escape to my friend's place in Nevada...
Are you listening, Joey?
To clear Heroman's name,
all kinds of challenges are going to stand in our way.
And to get through them, we're going to need Heroman's power,
and all the experience you have gained to this point.
It goes without saying that we'll need Heroman to grow his powers even further.
Heroman's powers?
I'm not saying you need to be constantly worried about it.
But, you mustn't relax, ever.
Yeah, that's the spirit!
Can't go to battle on an empty stomach, right?
First, we have a meal.
And we'll stock up while we're at it.
Music to my ears!
The coal mine he ran into is a twisted maze of countless tunnels.
It's pointless. He's already escaped from Center City.
The question is, where is he heading?
We'll continue with the checkpoints on the major roadways.
The search is already on for Denton's vehicle.
We can also put up in various locations...
All we can do is wait, then.
Until he makes a mistake.
Agent Hughes.
What is it?
Dr. Minami is here to see you.
The inclement weather on the east coast is affecting more than 20,000 people.
Now, continuing to the next story.
With regards to the battle between police and a mysterious power
in the outskirts of Center City that happened the other day,
the government believes the probability is high that it was a remnant of the Skrugg.
Although there was some damage from the incident, they were successful in driving it away.
It looks like they prevented it from entering the city.
What the heck are they saying? It was their doing!
Why are they saying that?
Public opinion is important.
If they can convince people they're fighting "evil,"
then they can fight without holding back.
We're up against the government here.
Don't go getting upset about every little thing.
Now, the next story.
A middle school teacher and a student have gone missing.
They have been identified as Center City Middle School teacher Mr. Matthew Denton,
and this student, Mr. Joseph Carter Jones.
The police believe they may be involved with some incidents,
and have opened up a criminal investigation.
If anyone has any information, please contact your local law enforcement department.
Well, that is surprising.
They'll even go this far?
And wait, what am I, chopped liver?
We've got to get out of here, quick.
It looks like we should avoid eating out for now.
Sheesh, it's like we're wanted men.
Got it? Try not to stand out at all.
We'll get our shopping done quickly and smoothly.
I may have told you before, but please don't place too great a hope on my wallet.
I can't stand it!
That incident the other day was right near here!
Don't worry, the government's handling it.
They'll get 'im soon.
Some remnant of the Skrugg isn't anything to be worried about.
But anyway, what do you think that white alien is?
It has such an evil face!
Joey!
Joey...
Let's hurry and finish the shopping.
Yeah. Let's do that.
Let's see here...
Which would be good?
Something the matter?
No...
I'm going to the bathroom.
Hello?
Lina...
Joey? It's you, Joey, right?
What's happened?
I saw about Heroman on TV...
There were men in black asking about you around your house.
And Prof. Denton has gone missing, too!
I'm sorry, a lot has happened.
Anyway, Joey...
Are you okay?
Yeah! The Professor and Psy are safe as well.
I wouldn't say we're doing super or anything, though...
Is there anything I can do?
Yeah. There's one thing I'd like to ask.
What is it? Anything you want!
Don't worry about us.
Joey...
I'll see you again, right?
I have to hang up now.
Joey, Joe-
Phone trace is complete.
4649 North Street, Lukesville.
It's a public phone inside the grocery store.
Great, good going.
Use the satellite data!
Determine which one is Denton's vehicle immediately!
When you've found it, track it!
We'll head there immediately.
Mr. Hughes.
Let me say something first.
We're up against technology that is out-of-this-world.
If you continue using these half-hearted tactics you will fail again.
Half-hearted?
It seems to me that you are more interested in the humans than the target itself.
That's because we are up against humans here.
That is how we managed to track them down, after all.
Well, fine then.
But I'll have you remember this:
We are not meant for fighting humans!
Then I'll say something as well:
I am in command here, and don't forget it.
I wonder just how long you'll be able to say that, Mr. Hughes.
He's only involved in the investigation because of pressure from his connections to the military...
At this pace I think we'll arrive faster than I anticipated.
Faster... Like, how fast?
Including rest, another two days or so.
Professor Denton.
What is it?
Something is strange.
Strange?
We're in a town, but...
...there are no people.
You're right.
It couldn't be...
How'd they find us?
That's not what's important right now!
What's important is...
...how we can get through this crisis!
Stop! Stop or we shoot!
Damn it!
After them!
Hurry!
I'll draw them away.
We're counting on you!
Psy, is there some good place to meet up?
There's some warehouses two blocks ahead!
Let's meet behind there!
Got it!
Heroman... Engage!
It's here!
That's the target?
Prepare to fire!
Heroman... Go!
In the middle of the town...
Heroman!
What are you doing? After him!
Something that giant, disappeared?
Keisha, the military's on the move!
I've been waiting for this!
Hurry up, we're leaving immediately!
I know!
We're back.
Good. We managed to get away from them thanks to you.
So it seems like they haven't got us completely surrounded this time.
What do you plan to do?
You expect to escape in such a big vehicle?
I think we can.
But I'll need everyone's help.
Psy, get in the back.
You want me to cook or something?
Turn the transceiver in the back to channel 7.
Roger that!
After that, flip the switch on the side.
What's he planning?
We'll monitor their transmissions!
That'll take the wind out of their sails!
Target has been lost!
It worked!
I think the vehicle was proceeding north on 3rd!
Encircle a large perimeter!
Roger.
We'll use the satellite to track them down.
I won't let you do that.
What's going on?
Why did they ignore my orders to stand by and start the plan?
They received an order to start a direct attack if they had the chance...
Is this Minami's doing?
This is a war.
Victory goes to the one who strikes first!
What's going on?
We still haven't found the target!
Target has changed to heading east!
It seems like they're heading to the highway entrance!
To repeat: The target is to the east!
Damn it! Move out immediately!
Gotcha!
Good! All clear over here, too.
I can just imagine their freaked out faces...
What have you done?
What? Just a little prank.
Now we head to the west which should be unguarded, and we're home free!
Really?
They can do something like that?
What's happened?
It seems that the military satellites and transportation systems have been hacked!
What?
The satellite, tracking system, and all security cameras in this area...
We can't operate any of them!
What in the world?
Where are our units located right now?
The target was heading east,
so our forces are spread out around the crucial entrance to the highway.
The target's to the west!
Move our forces immediately!
Y-Yes, sir!
Use secure channels for communication.
Secure channels?
We're up against someone who can hack military satellites.
It'd be an easy matter for them to intercept communications.
Hurry! Don't waste any time!
Roger!
All right! We're almost out of the town.
Stop this futile resistance! You have nowhere left to run!
Surrender!
If you surrender, you won't be harmed!
Yeah, like we'd honestly believe that.
I repeat, surrender!
Negotiations have broken down!
Begin the attack!
Where's your friend?
Friend?
I dunno... What was I doing again?
Get outta here, Joey.
What happened?
We've captured Denton!
But we can't find the boy or the target!
What?!
Go back! Go back!
So the Ghost wasn't being transported by vehicle?
I don't know, but we haven't found the Ghost!
Land the helicopter. I'm getting off on the ground.
That boy will try to avoid fighting.
So in that case, he'd...
Begin questioning him.
Spread out a search party focusing on the forest area.
Got it?
Roger!
Howard...
Yes, sir?
You're in charge.
Yes?
Then, what about you?
I'm really not cut out for group operations.
If anything happens, contact us!
Roger that!
Are you okay, Psy?
Yeah...
...is what I'd like to say, anyway.
But I'm obviously holding you back.
That's not true!
I feel a lot more confident with you here!
It's more important that you get away from here than feel safe!
Go on ahead!
No!
I can't leave you behind, Psy!
So you want the two of us to be caught?
Go!
As long as you two aren't captured...
The Professor and I will handle things somehow!
But!
Get outta here, Joey!
For our sakes, as well...
Psy...
Okay?
Don't worry. I'll buy you plenty of time.
Now, then...
Let's rock this place real good.
It might not work on humans, but it'll get their attention, that's for sure!
I found you.
On the next Heroman:
Is it really okay for me to trust you?
Just as he thought he'd escaped, he meets NIA Agent Hughes.
But what he says is the opposite of what Joey expected.
With the possibility of talking reopened,
the situation seems to be heading to a peaceful conclusion, when...
Next time on Heroman #15: Revolt!
Heroman... Attack!