I consider this a serious source of concern!
In a time when humanity should focus on bringing together all its knowledge,
a mistaken mindset is threatening the noble purpose behind the Prominence Project!
And this mindset is pervasive in the Blue Flag exercises!
The Eishi participating in the exercises are obsessed with victory over one another,
and have come to view each other as the enemy!
And so I have come up with a plan to put an end to this foul trend!
These violent impulses should be curbed in a productive and healthy manner!
And the person to make this happen is you!
Lt. Takamura!
Deep Green
What? Are you still mad?
Isn't this the time to think about how we take out those stealth jerks?
But...
Nothing we can do. It's already been decided.
We can't confirm any plans we come up with in a simulator.
This sucks.
Well, that's true of all the other teams, too.
That's why Ibrahim is staying behind and running strategy simulations.
An international friendship meeting?
All Test Flights will begin at their designated points and march on foot to Point Alpha.
The army will be providing reward money, with more going to the teams who get there first.
Security squads and other support groups will also head to Point Alpha when their mission is complete.
Afterwards, the international friendship meeting.
It will take place in the buffer zone between the base and USSR territory.
It will begin in 48 hours.
Any questions?
Why have the groups participating in Blue Flag do this now?
To put it simply: To put an end to the growing rivalry between the different research groups.
Sure, the betting's been getting a little out of hand lately.
The mechanics are the ones doing the betting, make them go!
Why do we Eishi have to go?
The number of fights between Eishi in Lilifort has been rising rapidly since the exercises began.
The way Blue Flag is pitting the various countries against each other
is probably driving the Eishi's nationalism, is my guess.
I see.
We've always had a lot of countries in our squad, so I didn't really notice.
And that's the reason that Lieutenant Orson came to us.
Lt. Orson?
Argos, with its Eishi from many nations, serves as a model of what the Prominence Project should be.
And it should be the team to win this propaganda mission.
Is what he says.
Live up to his expectations.
That is all. Dismissed.
Victory in Blue Flag is the only way to keep the XFJ project going,
and silence those who think production should be done domestically.
I'm more focused on victory than anyone here.
What's wrong, Yuuya?
You've just been staring out the window.
Oh, yeah.
It feels like it's been a long time since I came here.
That's right.
Command Post to Argos 1: Check in.
This is Argos 1. We've passed checkpoint 3.
Marching towards objective.
Command Post, roger.
Ensign Bridges, do your best and get there first, okay?
We can't get there second?
If you were willing to go out to a nice dinner in Lilifort with me,
I might be a little more motivated.
Huh? Ensign Giacosa, didn't you just tell me the same thing?
Me too.
Oh, no-no-no.
Of course, all of you at the same time.
Everyone, Ensign Giacosa says he's going to throw a party for us when he gets back to base.
Wait, what?
We're still on mission. That's enough.
That's right, Lieutenant!
Tell those hyenas to calm down-
We'll handle the details of the party here.
You can relax and focus on your mission.
Huh? Lt. Takamura?
Argos 1, roger.
That was really nice of you, VG.
Well, it's only if we're the first ones there.
You dummy. That stopped mattering about halfway through the conversation.
Seriously?
Then we have to be #1 no matter what.
Anyway, Princess Yui's really softened up hasn't she?
Yeah. Not too long ago she would've been yelling and screaming.
That's true.
Well, I'm sure a lot's happened with her too.
Christ. He doesn't have a clue.
If Yu-
If Ensign Bridges comes to us with an emergency call me.
I'm going to get the refreshments ready.
You take care of the rest.
If you're handling it, I'd like some more meat and potato stew!
I'd like it curry-style.
All the Eishi from around the world will be very happy!
Will they?
I-If it can contribute to humanity coming together,
I'll give it serious consideration.
Nice thought there.
That'll give the Lieutenant her excuse.
Yeah.
But you know, she's really wasted on that blockhead.
If I could I'd like to marry her.
Lt. Takamura is cooler and more handsome than most guys.
You're my bride, princess!
Oh, you silly girl.
Hey, don't forget about Lida too!
I like it.
Like what?
This is kind of nice.
What brought this on?
I was just thinking that I never paid much attention to nature, or anything like that.
I just blew right past it.
When something's always around you, you don't realize what it's worth until it's gone.
Always around you...
Hey!
Something smells.
Something's there.
Damn, I hope it's not a grizzly.
Capturing or killing wild animals goes against the rules of the mission.
This is Argos 1.
We're almost at Point Alpha,
but there's a chance we've encountered a large wild animal.
Requesting permission to open fire on it.
Roger.
Permission granted, but only if warning shots don't scare it off.
Argos 1, roger.
The smell's getting stronger. They're chasing us.
They're here?
We're at a disadvantage in the forest.
We need to concentrate our fire in an open area!
Right in front of us. Let's go.
Split up and surround it.
What are you doing?
You too!
What is this strange voice?
The smell's coming from over there.
Let's go, Leon.
Roger.
Huh?
A hot springs?
You...
Definitely.
I can't believe there's a natural hot springs all the way out here.
So this is definitely Point Alpha.
That was nice of Lt. Orson.
Sending us newlyweds to a hot springs honeymoon.
Right, darling?
Whoo-whoo!
We're not newlyweds and this is not our honeymoon.
They're staring into each other's eyes again.
We are not!
Getting along nicely, I see.
Maybe fate is bringing us together.
They were partners once, after all.
Yuuya!
You walked through the forest, just the two of you?
Where's the rest of the Test Flight?
We're the only ones who came here.
I see. You must be tired after walking so many hours.
Nope, I walk a lot so I'm okay.
That's true, come to think of it.
Inia, is something wrong?
I don't know!
Would you like to use our equipment until your support teams get here?
No, but...
She's not used to walking through the forest. She must be tired.
At this rate she'll catch cold.
That's...
What do you want to do, Inia?
If I'm with Cryska, plus Yui and Yuuya are there too...
Alright.
Well... Thank you very much.
No problem.
Wait a second!
What do you think you're doing, inviting another girl out in front of your bride?
Wait, who's supposed to be my bride?
Me, who else!
Yuuya...
Nice job, boss!
Nice punch.
I don't understand at all...
Would you stop that already?
Why don't you stop trying to sleep around then?
Hey, want to go join the fun?
Bridges, what is "sleeping around"?
I'm tired of this!
Why do I have to hang out with him?
Lt. Takamura!
Sorry to bother you when you're busy,
but would it be alright if we joined you?
Of course, go ahead Lt. Blazer!
I've prepared traditional Japanese cuisine as well, why don't you try some?
How wonderful!
You anxious to try some traditional Japanese cuisine?
Well, I'll admit it.
You're such a naughty boy.
What are you talking about?
That's the problem with closet perverts who are narcissists.
Shut up, Chobi.
So this is the full version you were telling me about?
Yes. I boiled it for several hours this time.
What's wrong, Yuuya?
No, it just reminded me of home.
My mom used to make this a lot, before she passed away.
I see.
This stew was a favorite of my dad before he passed away.
I see.
My dad must've liked it too.
This smells good!
Ensign Sestina!
Want to try some?
Yeah!
The potatoes taste good, don't they?
Everyone, dinner's ready!
Your wife's delicious mabo tofu is ready!
You'd rather have me than the food?
No, not here in public!
Is something wrong?
This is food, right?
How rude.
Everyone who tried it loved it so much they passed out.
See?
It's obviously fatal!
Love can overcome any danger!
So you admit there's danger?
Are you two friends?
A ranking officer is being very kind to you.
Why don't you try it, Ensign Bridges?
Here!
Yahoo!
This is nice.
Jeez.
It's not a pool!
That's right, Ensign.
You're supposed to have your swimsuit accidently fall off,
and then say "You pervert!"
Okay, everyone.
The kind thing to do is ignore her.
Wait, before that!
Why did everyone bring a swimsuit?
I'm terribly sorry.
Lt. Orson insisted we not tell you.
What?
Japanese tradition says you go in a hot springs naked, right?
Don't get embarrassed now.
The water's nice, Lieutenant. Come in.
This is wonderful.
I never thought I'd find such a splendid hot springs all the way out here in Alaska.
Go!
What are you doing?
Huh?
Isn't it bad manners to get in a hot springs with a towel on in Japan?
I've finally gotten used to the smell.
Now then, I need to get my skin all nice and soft for Yuuy-
So that's how you're gonna play it?
Not bad, princess.
Then...!
Way to go, boss!
They're a pretty close match, except for their boobs.
I really don't understand this.
So you're getting desperate, huh?
Looks like you're no ordinary princess.
That lieutenant is pretty cute, you know?
Right?
So's Yuuya.
What, Stella?
Why are you being friendly with the stealth girl?
Just doing some information gathering.
How scary.
Go soft on me.
The lieutenant must be pretty bold if she's going into a hot springs naked.
No, I think this was a conspiracy...
But is this okay?
The men's hot spring has been kind of noisy for a while now.
We're fine,
but if the men came peeking those two...
It'd be fine if it were Yuuya.
Wh-
Oh, don't worry about that.
It's fine.
Damn it. Paradise is right in front of us!
When did you get here?
It's a big wave!
We've gotta try and ride it.
But...
Is this the end?
Don't give up!
If we fall here...
Who will carry on their dreams?
VG!
You sure that's enough muscles?
No problem!
Hey, stop...
I'm not fated to die here...
Beautiful, aren't they?
My pecs.
Did you just hear something from the men's hot springs?
Tarisa, don't worry about it.
So they lasted 12 minutes and 45 seconds against Gairos?
Not bad, Argos Flight.
What are they doing?
This is kind of nice.
Yuuya!
Go!
Inia, what are you doing here?
I wanted to take a bath with you!
Where's your swimsuit?
I didn't bring it.
I didn't know you were that bad.
Wait! You've got it all wrong!
So he has special tastes, huh?
This...
This sucks.
Yuuya?
There you are, Inia.
Oh, Cryska.
Can you take Inia and-
You-
No!
C-Cryska?
What am I...
I'm sorry!
Let's go, Inia.
Cryska?
What was that just now?
I can't believe this!
You went over to the guys' area? What are you thinking?
It doesn't have anything to do with you.
What?
I didn't think of that.
Looks like it was a good break.
The day of the Infinities fight has been decided.
You're all ready, right?
Yes sir!
Let's finish this, Leon.
As you requested, the entirety of the outdoors mission was filmed.
Good.
I see you've recorded every last bit of it.
Even if it is for the UN's propaganda efforts,
I never want to be a part of a mission like this again.
That's just fine!
Next time will be a special episode.
We'll be looking back on what Argos has done so far,
as well as shining light on incidents not directly discussed in the show.
There'll be new TSFs, and changing relationships between the players.
Total Eclipse: Before the Climax SP
And lots of information as we head into the climax.
As well as a pre-broadcast of the footage for the new opening and ending.
Look forward to it.