The AV-98, aka the Ingram patrol labor.
6.02 tons. 8.02 meters high.
SCB powered. SCLM drive system.
Armed and ready for combat with a 37 millimeter revolver and stun baton.
Designed specifically for police use...
to make a psychological impact on the community...
to deter criminals while making the public feel safe.
You must not let go of your dreams
And never turn your gaze away
Yet even still love may cloud up and fade away
And even though you comforted your love
When he was feeling down
Sadness was still weighing down his heavy heart
Hang tight onto your dreams - they're weapons in your arsenal
You'll find that you can get through anything at all
So never cry -you know I will always be watching over you
What I love about you is your strong sense of fairness
So never cry -you know I will always be right there by your side
And so now you can face your future fearlessly
Good morning!
Good morning.
Morning.
Oh, good! I got in before Asuma.
The midnight movie was "Gondam," which I hadn't seen in years!
I first saw it when I was in elementary sch...
You slacker! A policeman's hours are not just 9 to 5! We're on duty 24/7!
Yeah, yeah, I forgot.
Oh? You got a letter?
Uh-huh, it's from home.
Hey, it's a whale! Hiromi, do they have whales where you grew up?
You don't see too many these days, but I used to see a lot when I was a kid.
In winter they approach the shore to breed.
Wow! Is that you, Hiromi?
Back in elementary school. See that dark line behind me? That's a whale.
A humpback whale, isn't it?
That's right.
They're an endangered species that almost became extinct.
Is that true? I'd love to see one just once.
It's a sight you'll never forget, Noa.
Morning, guys!
Well, well! Looks like I'm the last one.
What's the meaning of this, Shinohara? You have no respect for the badge!
Don't you know that a...
"A policeman's hours are not just 9 to 5."
Anyway, you gotta check this out.
Whoa! Is that Okinawa?
Don't be silly. It's Tokyo Bay.
Tokyo Bay?
Better believe it! It's swimming inside the levee.
The whale was first spotted in Tokyo Bay early this morning.
Experts have since identified it as a humpback whale...
but no one knows why or how the whale wound up here in the bay.
That's very odd. I don't think I've ever heard of whales coming so close to shore.
They're known to be very cautious creatures by nature.
You think maybe the little guy got lost?
"The little guy"? You mean the whale?
Uh-huh.
Oh, boy...
There's gotta be a way we can help him?
Animal rights groups are already on the case, I'm sure.
And the government has an obligation, too.
Waste of time! The government has better things to do than help little lost whales!
Ota, do you realize how many species are in danger of extinction?
The whales, especially...
OK! Um... how about some tea, huh?
There haven't been any big cases lately. Ota feels awfully frustrated, you know?
Hmm.
It's still a waste of time!
Shut up!
As you can see, here at Takeshiba Pier, crowds are flocking to catch a glimpse...
of the rare and unexpected visitor.
But what is to become of the whale?
Clearly, a whale cannot survive in the filthy maze we call... Tokyo Bay.
Hello. This is Eyewitness TV.
I'm calling about that whale in Tokyo Bay.
Can't somebody do something? I feel awful for that thing.
But, sir...
We've got to save him! What's the government doing?
Oh, yes, the whale in Tokyo Bay!
My goodness, that poor thing! You know, whales are very intelligent.
We must protect the wildlife. It's our duty to act.
It's terrible! Somebody do something, please!
Sign the petition to save the whale! Together we can save the whale!
We need your help!
...and the visiting American ambassador urged the Prime Minister to...
take aggressive measures to save the whale in Tokyo Bay.
Save the whale! Save the whale!
Thank you all for writing! And since he's a humpback...
we've decided to name our guest in Tokyo Bay "Humpy"!
Tokyo Bay Whale Rescue Committee
In addition to the environmental hazards ofTokyo Bay...
this whale situation has attracted worldwide attention.
This matter demands the maximum cooperation from all ministries involved.
The Maritime Safety Agency will act as the hub of operation...
and implement the rescue mission.
Also, the Fire Department will be our backup...
Hiromi, you must be happy to be part of the rescue.
Yeah.
We can do it!
All ministries stay on full alert pending the entire operation!
Now, let us move on to the specifics of the rescue plan...
Excuse me.
Huh?
What are WE supposed to do, Ms. Takao?
Division 2 will handle...
If you're not in line for the ferry, please move your vehicles immediately.
Do not obstruct traffic! Vehicles in the prohibited zone will be removed by Labors.
I repeat: Vehicles in the prohibited zone will be removed by Labors.
Damn! There are too many idiots with too much free time on their hands!
Reporting live from above Tokyo Bay!
We're flying over the site where the Rescue Committee is about to begin...
their heroic undertaking to rescue Humpy!
Wow! That's neat! I'll take three, please!
Coming up!
Uh!
What are you doing? You aren't here on vacation, you know.
But, Asuma! There's so much downtime until our shift.
Here you go, three whales!
Civilian vessels are prohibited inside Tokyo Bay today.
For your own safety, return to port immediately.
I repeat: Civilian vessels are prohibited inside Tokyo Bay today.
For your own safety, return to port immediately.
That's so cool!
Don't say that.
Why not?
It only points out how uncool our job is.
This car is parked illegally! It will be removed.
Move away from my feet! It's dangerous here!
Traffic regulation IS a crucial element of the rescue.
The Maritime Safety Agency has deployed an impressive fleet.
Will the poor suffering whale be safely brought back to the open sea?
What specific steps will be taken to ensure the rescue?
And now, the question of the day: Can you guess the exact date and time...
Humpy will finally make it out of the bay?
Send your predictions to this address here!
Begin the operation! Formation A!
Target spotted: 500 meters, forward.
Good. Formation B!
They're moving in.
Looks like the Rescue Committee's historic operation is now under way.
That's it. Keep going. Go on, swim out of the bay, to the sea.
- There it goes. - Wow, look at that!
Nobody wants to look at my Patlabor today.
- Wow, look at that. - Is he heading out?
I can't see.
Hey, you can't stand there! You're blocking our view!
OK, OK! Ota, I can relieve you now. Ota?
Hey, out of the way!
- C'mon! I can't see! - Get that Labor outta here!
They're taxpayers! They're taxpayers! They pay for the Labors!
You tax thieves!
What did you say?
Capitalist scum! Rapists of the environment!
Don't tell me you elitist pigs care about the whales all of a sudden!
You unconscionable hypocrites!
You're a menace to Nature!
You should be ashamed of yourselves! Wake up and smash Babylon Project now!
Y-You Communist agitators!
Oh, no!
Ota, calm down!
Ota, no!
Yamazaki, get out of the way! I don't want to hurt you!
Ha! You don't have the GUTS!
Oh, yeah? Watch THIS!
Don't do it!
Whoa!
Ooops.
Damn you! You'll be hearing from our lawyers!
Homework. Bring it back tomorrow morning.
Yes, sir!
Hey, Yamazaki.
Yes, sir?
Don't let those two suck you in again, huh?
I'm sorry, Captain. Excuse me.
Good evening, this is News Terminal.
First, the story that's captivated the whole world:
The Tokyo Bay Whale Rescue Mission has failed...
despite the government's concerted efforts today.
A fleet of ships surrounded and pursued the whale toward the ocean...
but the whale managed to duck and weave through his pursuers.
That means the whale still remains trapped in Tokyo Bay.
Let's talk to our reporter on the scene. Shiomi, how is the water?
Hi, this is Shiomi reporting from Tokyo Bay!
The whale is just ahead. Let's see if I can get close!
There it is, the famous Tokyo Bay whale! Mr. Whale, one moment please!
A News 22 exclusive! This is the Tokyo Bay whale!!
Please stay tuned for our exclusive interview with Humpy!
We have a great show tonight.
We're going live with the Tokyo Bay whale!
Hiromi, what's wrong? You're out so early.
Hmm... Yeah, well...
Worried about the whale?
I was just wondering if there might be a better way to save it.
We could be doing more harm than good.
But it'll die if we don't do anything, won't it?
Well, that's true, but...
Uh! I got it, Izumi! We need a song!
A song?
That's right, a song!
I have to tell Captain Goto!
Hiromi...
Prepare to cast off!
We appreciate your input, Captain.
The Rescue Committee has launched an undersea Labor.
Every spectator here wonders: What are their plans this time?
This is the SeaView. I'm ready.
Good. You may begin.
Roger.
I hear it! So this is the whale song.
Uh-huh.
- Uh! Look! - Hm?
It's working! The whale is leaving!
You did it, Hiromi.
Humpback whales communicate through sound.
I knew it would react if it heard other whales.
Good morning!
Hey!
Good morning!
Morning.
Asuma, you're here early.
Did you read it yet?
I see!
I don't understand why we didn't get more coverage!
Did they mention anything about Hiromi? He's the one who saved the day.
Oh, no, not me.
Of course you are! Turn on the TV. I bet they're talking about him.
Maybe.
Yeah! Here we go!
Hm?
Can you see it?
Yesterday the Rescue Committee led the whale to freedom...
but it's come back.
It was spotted early this morning, and so our whale problem continues.
Duh!
The committee's headquarters is mobbed by the media...
awaiting its response to this late development.
Are you reopening the committee?
Will the whale keep returning?
Some people feel that this is a waste of taxes.
Ms. Takao, say something!
Live morning debate!
Good morning. Today's subject is the whale...
and we'll explore various solutions to this troublesome problem.
The whale? Who cares anymore? Leave him alone.
We already saved that ungrateful creature once.
Why should we help him again?
I'm not paying a lot of taxes so they can throw it away on some animal!
She's right!
Mr. Prime Minister, how does your administration intend to respond...
to the growing public criticism?
His Honorable Prime Minister.
Er... well, for the time being, we should just, uh...
The Diet has voted to eliminate the Tokyo Bay Whale Rescue Committee.
So, we're returning to our regular rotation starting today.
What!?
Now that you have some free time, I'd like it if you could turn in those reports.
Uh! Hiromi!
Hiromi...
Izumi, you think I'm being overly sentimental about this whole thing?
Of course not!
I'm at Takeshiba Pier, on Tokyo Bay.
It's been eight days since the Rescue Committee's humiliating failure.
The curious onlookers have left, ignoring the mystery of the returning whale.
Has the whale had its fifteen minutes of fame?
Is it doomed to fall into oblivion?
But our dogged newshounds have uncovered...
an intriguing piece of information!
Look over there!
Wow! So the story was true! There's a baby whale!
He's sooo tiny and cute!
C'mon, Noa, let me have a look!
No way!
Just for a second! Oh, I can see it!
Can I have a look too?
Huh?
Ah, there it is!
Captain, ever since the baby whale was spotted, I understand people...
have begun to call for another rescue.
Oh, that. We're taking over the rescue operation as of tomorrow.
What? Is that true, Captain? Aren't you happy, Hiromi?
Wait a minute! The ocean isn't in our jurisdiction!
Look, I don't need to tell you how the public views our department, do I?
Let's see..."Losers' Club, hodgepodge, outcasts, money pits, freeloaders."
No need to be so blunt. But you're not far off.
So how in the world...?
Just listen. It's like this: No one really expects us to succeed.
They think it's an impossible job.
So they figured why not dump it on the losers...
and let them take the heat?
So we get to be their scapegoat and make fools of ourselves?
That's about the size of it.
There are limits to what a man can take!
It's time we showed them what we're made of!
Yes, let's show them.
My goodness! It's a wreck!
Please don't be so critical. It started as scrap.
Shige and his crew worked all night to salvage it!
I don't think that thing is gonna stand up to the mission, is it?
As you can see, the Rescue Committee lives again...
thanks to Special Vehicles, Second Section, Division 2!
Good luck, Hiromi! You can do it!
This is the speedboat. We're ready.
All right, everyone. Please stand by.
I see them! Dead ahead, 500 meters!
500 meters ahead, targets spotted.
Targets verified. Here comes the sound.
This is the chopper. No reaction from the whales.
Let me see if I can get a little closer.
Careful, Yamazaki. She's just given birth, and may be overprotective.
I understand.
Uh!
What's wrong, Yamazaki?
Hiromi, are you okay?
I'm fine.
Are you still operational?
I am. Uh!
What's wrong?
It's the speakers. The collision must have damaged the speakers.
I can't get any sound!
Well, that's that. We better call it a day.
Return to the boat.
Hiromi, we'll try again tomorrow.
That sound... Hiromi, did you fix it?
That's not me.
Eh?
Helicopter here. I see another whale in the open sea.
He's right! There's another whale!
It's an escort.
The humpbacks send a male to guard the mother and newborn baby.
He's the one that's singing.
Look, they're...
They're going home.
So then what was all that trouble for anyway?
Just hold me tightly, Midnight Blue
If I can make it to the bus stop by midnight
I know I can do it, if only just once
Pulled into my dream I find that I wake up
Drenched in sweat and feeling lonely
I turn off the TV I've been listening to
Tomorrow I will spend the whole day
In the city of my dreams, amidst the old dust
I want to feel the main street beneath my feet soon
I plan to always look on the brighter side
Keep my chin up, look to the future
After all, there's only one path I can travel
Just hold me tightly, Midnight Blue
If I can make it to the bus stop by midnight
I know I can do it, if only just once
If I can make it to the bus stop by midnight
I know I can do it, if only just once
This story is fiction... but in 10 years, who knows?
Noa's hometown in Hokkaido is having a snow festival...
and Division 2 is asked to lend a hand.
I bet they need our Ingrams to build some ice castles.
Just leave it to me and my delicate touch.
And keep Ota away from those ice blocks!
But you think that's really all they want from us?
Hmm... it is a little suspicious.
Next time: "The Division Crosses the Sea."
Target locked on!