Shinn! And you too, Rey! What are you doing?!
What am I doing? Well, as you can see...
...I'm engaged in a simulation battle against the Freedom. What's the big deal?
Why are you doing that?!
Because it's strong.
I want you to understand something.
Please let me explain to you the real reason why this war will not end.
Why we're at war in the first place.
What?!
What's this?!
Neu.
Yes, Christa.
What's going on? What's the Chairman thinking?
No. I haven't been told a thing about this broadcast, either.
However! Things must not remain as they are now!
There is no place for peace in this world of endless battle!
Haven't we seen enough suffering...
...from this cycle of eternal hatred?!
But there are those who will try to stop this at all costs.
They've been around since antiquity.
These people hide in the shadows...
...create enemies one after another...
...and make sure that war is always raging in this world.
They're a munitions industry conglomerate and merchants of death, "Logos".
They are the true enemies to every one of us hoping for peace!
Father!
Oh, Yuna!
What's going on here?! They've even listed the Ritter Group and the Groht Family.
I wish from the bottom of my heart for a world where war will never again take place.
And therefore, I take this opportunity to officially declare my intention...
...to put a stop to Logos and its members...
...who block our efforts!
Durandal! Durandal! Durandal!
Included in that list are the Seirans and many with strong ties to Orb.
No, not just Orb!
I doubt there is any country without ties to these global companies!
What is Chairman Durandal trying to do?!
I'm sorry for all the commotion.
However, I intend to do what I said in that broadcast!
I would like for you all to reflect upon...
...our words and prayers when we joined the war to defend ourselves.
We must make sure this time...
...that the reason we once again hold guns in our hands is to end all battles!
I'm worried about Orb. What will the Seirans do about this?
We must escape from their system of war once and for all!
Our real enemy is not the Alliance, and it is not the Naturals!
Unless we get rid of Logos, this will keep repeating itself!
You may have a point, but it's not that easy.
However...
No, I'm just saying...
During these times when the path to peace lies hidden...
...don't you agree that this is the only path left for us to take?!
Otherwise, no matter how long we fight, this war will never end!
Let's go back, Ms. Murrue.
To Orb.
Kira...
Something big, unlike anything we've ever seen, is about to happen. I can feel it.
I agree with the Chairman!
Like you say, this time for sure, let us put an end to this history of war!
He's right.
I agree!
I support your decision.
Let us honor this decision and your courage!
Thank you.
Message from AWACS zero-zero-six!
Unknown at section three point, one-eight-three-six. It's the Archangel!
I knew they'd make a move.
Contact Command Headquarters. And update the database.
It is no longer an unknown. It's an enemy.
Yes, sir!
Message from Fleet Command Headquarters.
"Minerva is to provide support for Operation Angel Down, about to be announced..."
What?!
10 to port. Go around to the shadow of the plateau!
Valiant! Fire!!
Miss Murrue!
Hey, hey, hey!
Damn!
What's going on here?!
This isn't good! We'll be surrounded any second now!
I can see that! But why is ZAFT suddenly taking this approach?
It looks like we're completely surrounded.
Eight BuCUEs approaching from starboard!
Also, nine BABIs at 10 o'clock!
Missiles have been fired at us!
Evade!
Damn!
Captain! I understand that the ideals of this ship...
...require us to avoid meaningless battles, but at this rate, we'll sink!
Please authorize direct attack!
If you will not allow it, at least let our Murasame team sortie!
I understand.
But like Kira told you, their objective could be to make us attack them!
Damn it! Lieutenant Amagi! Please allow us to take off!
I intend to return to Orb with all the Murasames intact!
If we can just make it to the sea...
Hang in there until then everyone!
Yes, ma'am!
Target, is ten further west.
All BABIs from the Hjejle Team have been damaged. They're returning!
No wonder they're spoken of so highly. The Freedom and the Archangel.
Tell the mobile suit teams not to be overly reckless.
Otherwise, we won't last until the Minerva arrives.
Because we're playing it safe trying to corner them...
...we're getting cornered ourselves!
Rather than wait for the Minerva, we should attack with all the Forces we have now!
You have no idea what happened at Alaska and Jachin Due, do you?
Huh?
It would be a critical mistake if we moved too hastily...
...and let them get away. There'd be no way to make up for it.
We have to think of the future.
We'll have the Impulse and the Minerva approach them from behind.
And, in accordance with our orders, have our ace pilot take care of things from there.
The Chairman talked about going after Logos!
So why does that mean we have to attack the Archangel?!
This order doesn't make any sense! Please contact Headquarters again!
I've already done that!
But the response was the same.
Having never made their intentions clear, the Archangel and Freedom have only...
...brought confusion to the battlefield, and escalated the conflict.
In consideration of the stance we will be taking from this point on...
...we must eliminate any threat that cannot be ignored.
This is the decision made by our nation!
However...
There's nothing more we can do about it! The operation has already begun!
We have signal from AWACS. We're getting an image of the situation.
You need to learn how to look past your bias, Athrun!
I can understand you not wanting to fight against former comrades.
But over time, situations and people's feelings change.
Even you've changed!
Focus on the present!
Captain! We have signal from AWACS.
We're about to enter the area of operations.
All right.
Captain!
If you don't want to watch, then I suggest you go to your room.
But against that ship, we'll be fighting desperately.
Lower the bridge! Upgrade to Condition Red!
Prepare for anti-ship, anti-mobile suit combat!
Upgrading to Condition Red.
All pilots are to board their machines and await further orders.
Activate CIWS, Tristans and Isolde.
Load launchers one through three with Parsifals.
Shinn!
Don't worry. You can do it.
Thank you.
Shinn!
Athrun...
Twenty to point. We're about to meet the enemy.
Fire the jamming shells! Send out the Impulse!
Yes, ma'am!
Our sensors...
They're using jamming shells!
Ten to port! Descend!
Shinn Asuka! Core Splendor! Taking off!
Commence attack!
The Minerva!
We've caught up with the Archangel! Distance two thousand!
Isolde! Fire!!
Sorry!
It's okay!
You're kidding. Why that ship?
How did they avoid that?!
Now, our lead player has made its appearance.
Show me what you're made of, Gladys.
It's all right. If we stay put, they won't hit us.
As expected, they don't intend to hit us.
What?!
Meyrin. Open the International Rescue Channel!
Yes, ma'am!
This is Talia Gladys, Captain of the ZAFT warship Minerva.
Archangel. Can you hear me?
Captain! It's from the Minerva!
Our ship is acting on orders from our headquarters to sink your ship.
However, if you cease fire, withdraw all your piloted machines...
...and promptly surrender, we will suspend our attack.
What in the world?!
Our orders are to sink it! That Gladys. What's she up to?
Captain?
This will be your only warning. We will not accept any offers later.
I guarantee the safety of your crew.
I hope you will make the wise decision.
Captain.
That Minerva Captain is quite a person. I'd hate for her to be an enemy.
However, if we surrender to ZAFT now, it could put Miss Cagalli in danger!
Amagi!
It's Kira!
To the sea! Our priority must be to take Cagalli to Orb.
Kira! But...
Miriallia. Open the same channel they're on.
Yes, ma'am!
This is Murrue Ramius, Captain of the Archangel.
I truly appreciate your offer.
Thank you.
Why, she's...
Just as I expected.
However, unfortunately we cannot accept your offer.
What?!
Our ship still has work to do.
Between the Alliance, and the PLANTs...
...once again, the world is about to be split into two colors...
...and our ship may be no more than an unwanted color.
However, that's precisely why we cannot afford to disappear here and now.
Our hope is that you allow us to escape.
Gladys, you fool! How dare you do something so cowardly!
Have the mobile suit teams open fire again!
We're being trifled with! Do not let that ship escape!
Don't you run away!
Shinn!
Commander Willard! You're actions are out of line!
If we don't attack, they'll get away! They said themselves that's what they'll do!
You may be a FAITH member...
...but does that make it right to put all our efforts to waste?
If the Minerva won't do it, then we will!
Captain!
Damn! The Archangel!
Don't expect to be able to come out on top every time!!
Shinn! Stop! Kira is...
The Freedom is undeniably quick.
And its shooting is accurate.
However, that machine never aims at an opponent's cockpit.
It only targets armaments or the main camera.
That's where the Impulse has a chance to come out victorious.
Meyrin! Chest Flyer! Force Silhouette!
Kira!
I'm not letting you get away!
You killed Stella!!
Even though I tried to stop you!!
Distance ten to the coastline!
We won't make it like this! Please send out the Murasames!
Shake them off!
Where's Kira?!
Oh, boy. Why's this place always like this?
I'm the one who will shoot you down!
Today! Right here!
Why? What's happening?
Meyrin! Sword Silhouette!
Right!
We're almost at the coastline! They're getting away, Captain!
Activate Tannhauser! Target, the Archangel!
Seal emergency bulkheads! Prepare for underwater navigation!
Yes, ma'am!
Kira! Where's Kira?!
Master Kira is all right!
Get the Rouge ready! I'm going out!
No, you're not!
Hurry! If they get underwater, it'll be too late!
Fire!!
What?!
Shinn...
I did it. Stella.
I finally did it...
KIRA!!
What did I believe? His words?
That there was no way this could happen?
Is it this world, or is it his soul that changes like an illusion in the mist?
What is the next stage for those prepared to do battle?
Next, on Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Destiny...
..."Eve of Chaos".
Descend into the dream world, Destiny!