This is no joke, Djibril. How do you explain this farce?
Just look at how perfectly they wiped us out.
What was that weapon ZAFT used?
You dash out in high spirits as you declare war...
...and quickly retreat when punched in the face just once?
Is the scenario you wrote some kind of comedy?
I'll bet that lad from the Atlantic Federation isn't so confident now.
The troops who were sent to destroy the ZAFT Forces' bases on Earth...
...are still waiting for further orders, I understand.
If you lower that fist you so eagerly raised...
...and decide to run, you'll be the laughingstock of the world.
So, what do we do now?
Who should we hold responsible for this? You, Djibril?
That is absolutely ridiculous!
This is just one more reason for us to win this war, no matter what!
They have a weapon that erased our nuclear forces in an instant!
With monsters living in the skies with that thing, how can we possibly feel safe?!
We'll keep fighting! We'll go back to our original plan and...
No, we'll come up with a better plan.
And this time we'll crush them and take away their power completely!
It's unanimous, the PLANT Supreme Council hereby accepts the proposal...
...presented by the National Defense Committee.
However...
I must remind you that this shall only be exercised for self-defense purposes.
Should we allow emotion to get the better of us and trigger more war disasters...
...we'll just be repeating the last war!
I only hope that this time the weapons we hold in our hands...
...will be used to end all battles.
No way! No way! No way!
You can't be serious! Say all you want...
...but I can't allow our nation to enter into an agreement with such an Alliance!
But Representative...
You saw with your own eyes what the Atlantic Federation did!
They forced through a declaration of war, and staged a nuclear attack!
How can we even consider a security treaty with them?
Right now, it's the Atlantic Federation...
...who is the biggest threat to the world's safety!
Why should we join forces with them?
But Representative...
However, Representative...
Will you please stop your childish complaints?!
You want to know why? Then I will tell you why.
It's because that's the kind of nation they are, Representative.
Yuna.
You're quite right that the Atlantic Federation is aggressive.
Pardon me for saying this, but we already know that...
...without having you tell us.
So? What now?
What do you suggest Orb do from this point on?
Will you turn your back on this alliance?
Decide against joining forces with Earth's nations?
Call for your friends in the faraway PLANTs?
Make Orb a nation independent from all others on this planet?
No!
Are you saying that we'll be fine as long as our nation remains peaceful and safe...
...while ignoring the hard-hit nations crying for help?
No!
Then what do you suggest we do?
Orb will... Orb will take the neutral, independent path it has always taken...
So you'll burn this nation again? Like Lord Uzumi did?
I didn't say that!
But given our situation, chances are we'll end up doing the same thing again.
Representative.
We all feel the same way about wanting peace and security in our nation.
That's precisely why I suggest we join the alliance.
Unato...
The Atlantic Federation isn't demanding anything from Orb at this time.
But if we stay on this course, what do you think will happen?
Why can't you look at this alliance as an opportunity to remain a nation?
I'm sure you can see the potentially great danger in being stubborn...
...making an unnecessary enemy...
...and eventually facing that powerful nation in battle.
However!
The one thing we cannot afford to do is to let this nation burn again.
Before you go on about tradition, justice, and what is right...
...please consider the safety of this nation and its citizens, Representative!
Cagalli!
Are you all right? You seem awfully tired.
Sorry about earlier.
But it's my duty to make my opinions clear to you in these situations.
Yeah. I know that. I also know that I still have a lot to learn.
At this rate, I can just see the ministers laughing about me again.
Don't worry. Everyone understands.
It's just that this issue is far too big for you to handle.
Mashima's not trying to badmouth Lord Uzumi by any means.
He's just worried that you, his daughter, might end up doing the same thing.
Yeah, I know.
Now, you need to get some rest. Can I get you something to drink?
Or maybe you're hungry?
No, I'm okay. Thanks.
I feel sorry for you.
You're only an 18-year-old girl, after all.
But don't worry. I'm here for you.
Yes, but still, Captain! The war has already begun.
They've declared war against us.
I'm aware of that.
But it can't be helped, can it? We're not even finished re-supplying the ship.
But what I'm saying is, we can't be concerned about that right now.
I can understand your wanting to hurry...
...but what benefit would there be in fleeing this place?
On the contrary, we've got to be extra cautious about every step we take, Arthur.
The Earth Forces are stunned that the PLANTs...
...were able to dodge that crazy attack, right?
I hear that the troops planning to attack Carpentaria...
...are surrounding the base, but are unable to do anything.
B-But that's exactly why...
If we make a false move right now, it could push them in the wrong direction.
Do you want to start a fire?
N-No way!
If they're disorganized, that's all the more reason to be sure the ship is in top form.
Fortunately Orb is not part of the Earth Forces camp.
It's not too late to leave port after we've had a chance to study the situation.
Besides, Headquarters has yet to contact us.
Nothing yet?
Not likely.
And I really can't say how long it will be.
Confirmed deployment of Fourth Battle Group.
But what a bold statement, "to be deployed for self-defense purposes only"?
Don't complain to me about it. It's the government talking. It can't be helped.
I can understand plans for our first wave to drive away the Earth Forces...
...surrounding Gibraltar and Carpentaria, but what happens after that?
I have no idea.
Needless to say, we're not looking for another war like the last one.
I suppose certain actions will be taken...
...to calm the tense emotions of the citizens.
Then there will be a ceasefire agreement, followed by a political settlement.
But it's going to take a long time to eliminate the hatred against the Naturals...
...who once again staged a nuclear attack against us.
I bet it will.
I guess after that we'll have a chance to see how well the Chairman performs.
I guess so, from the PLANTs' perspective.
Birdy.
Yzak?!
Bastard!
What the hell is going on?!
W-Wait a minute! Hey!
Can you explain to me what this is all about?
Why don't you tell me what this is all about, Athrun!
We were pulled away from our extremely busy schedule...
...to meet with the Council. And what the hell?!
They tell us to be your personal guard!
Why should I, of all people, be called back from the frontline for a lousy job like this?!
Personal guard?
You made a request to leave the premises, right?
Dearka.
Long time no see. Probably because of these circumstances.
Guess we can't have you wandering around the PLANTs...
...even though you're from a friendly nation.
R-Right. I was told that.
That someone would be accompanying me. But I never imagined... you?
You're damn right!
Well, looks like someone who knows a little something set this up.
So, where do you wanna go?
If you say "shopping" I'll never forgive you!
Not even close.
I want to visit the graves of Nicol and the others.
I don't get out to the PLANTs too often...
...so I had my heart set on visiting them while I have the chance.
To be deployed for self-defense purposes only?
So ZAFT is taking action?
Can't be helped, can it? They fired nuclear missiles at us.
We can't sit back and do nothing.
We went on a counterattack mission when their first wave arrived.
I'm convinced that they had their minds set on eliminating the PLANTs that way.
And? What about you?
What are you doing all the way out here?!
What about Orb? What will they do?!
I don't know yet.
Come back to us, Athrun.
I'm sure there'll be obstacles, but I'll see to it that there isn't a problem.
So you ought to return to the PLANTs.
Yeah, but...
Dearka and I, probably would have been dead long ago.
But here's what Chairman Durandal said...
If the adults who started the war send youngsters to fight the war...
...and label those youngsters who make a mistake as criminals and kill them off...
...who will lead the PLANTs of tomorrow?
It is the youth who have experienced this agony, that we should look up to...
...and we should turn to them to build a peaceful tomorrow!
That's why I still wear a military uniform.
It's the only thing I know. But I also think I can make a difference.
For the PLANTs, and those friends who died.
Yzak.
So you've gotta do something, too!
You have the ability. Why let it go to waste?
All vessels. Initiate final orbital descent phase.
We can't delay this any longer.
Will everything be alright?
Cagalli may seem out of it at times, but she's pretty clever, Father.
The thing is she's still a child.
Don't worry. I'll persuade her.
For one thing, we've got the wedding coming up.
I really must get her to understand what her position is in the big picture.
We've reached our time limit.
Captain!
What is it?
Listen to this.
Minerva. Can you hear me? You must act immediately.
ZAFT will be landing at Gibraltar...
It's been coming in over a secret line...
...and Carpentaria any time now.
...for quite some time.
When that happens, Orb will change its position.
A chip surrounded by black chips will flip and become black itself.
You must escape before that happens. Can you hear me, Minerva?
This is Captain Talia Gladys of the Minerva.
Who are you? And what is the purpose of this communication?
Oh. Well, hello.
I'm so glad to hear a voice. How do you do?
It's like I told you. If you don't get a move on, you'll be facing all kinds of trouble.
You can't expect a soldier to listen to someone who won't give us his name.
So who are you, and why are you telling us this?
Do you know about a guy by the name of Andrew Waltfeld?
Well, this is a message from him.
The Desert Tiger.
In any case, I've given you the warning.
Once the drop begins, Orb will likely ram through...
...an agreement to join the Atlantic Federation's alliance.
Although Representative Athha is doing her best to stop it.
If you want to stay, that is your choice.
The decision is yours to make, Captain.
I wish you the best of luck.
It can't be.
They're saying "for self-defense purposes only", but war can have a life of its own.
No one has any way of knowing how far the fire will spread.
We will enter the alliance treaty with the Atlantic Federation.
So that we don't repeat the tragedy of burning our nation.
I can't get through.
I don't know if it's because the Earth Forces are on higher alert or what...
...but I'm getting severe interference, and can't reach Carpentaria, even by laser.
All right. We'll have to do it without orders.
The Minerva will leave port tomorrow morning.
Captain!
Notify all hands!
Once we leave, we can be certain that we'll go to battle before long! Be prepared!
Yes, ma'am!
We'll be leaving at the appointed time. All units, hurry with your final checks.
Gunnery Crew B, proceed to weapons bank number three.
Condition upgraded to Yellow. Pilots, meet in the briefing room.
So when does this ZAFT drop take place?
I don't know the details, either.
All that's clear is that Orb is now an enemy. And I kinda liked this nation.
Oh, sorry. This must be hard for you, Shinn.
Not really.
What are you doing here?!
So now you're in an alliance with the Earth Forces...
...the same people who attacked Orb in the war?!
How irresponsible and selfish can you people get?!
No, this is...
If you've decided to become our enemy, I'll destroy this damn country myself!
Shinn!
FCS contact. Power buses online. Opening gate.
Proceed slowly. Minerva, leaving port.
I'm truly sorry about all this.
Never mind. We're disappointed, but it can't be helped.
I will not forget your sincerity in personally coming to see us off.
It can't be helped, Cagalli.
Politics is not about ideals. It's about reality.
You've done your best.
Suddenly pressured to take on the position of Representative...
The people of this nation love you very much.
Yuna.
So take it easy from now on.
I'm here for you. I will support you...
As your husband.
Let's hurry up and get married.
It's the best thing for you, and for the nation's people.
Huh? Ah... Yuna... but...
It is time for you, and Orb, to be reborn.
Yes. I'd like to make an appointment to meet with Chairman Durandal.
Betrayed.
Does one feel that way because they believed? Believed in what?
As hope fails to change the situation...
...dejection soon becomes anger as it sails through the waves.
What lies at the end of the paths that each of them has chosen?
Next, on Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Destiny, "Blood in the Water".
Crush that blue power, Zamza-Zah!