I can go as far as I want.
Faster and farther than anyone.
Where in the world is the limit? I can't see it yet.
Just look forward and forge ahead.
Fight recklessly.
Until you conquer and win.
If you want to snatch it away no matter what...
...don't give up till the end. (Get Through the Night.)
When we look straight at the faraway place...
...our thoughts come together as one.
IGPX!
Go For It!
Stand firm and stay arrogantly stubborn.
Don't look back if it's the course you set.
Let's rise to the top of the very best.
If you stop, it's all over right there.
Show Fight!
Beauty has been attained.
Now the times have changed, and a new heroine is sought.
Her name...
...is Liz Ricarro.
She is our new corporate image model.
Liz, a model?
That's right.
There's a fashion show in the IGPX festival...
...and I'll be in it.
Wow, she's serious.
See? I told you.
But why out of the blue?
"This era requires not only beauty, but strength too."
So the request went.
She can't resist cheap flattery?
Liz, the sponsors are here.
Ow... is there a mark?
It's pretty, like a wing.
But I can't believe Liz would do something flashy like modeling.
I wonder what happened?
She wants to try on dresses?
That's not like her.
I saw it.
Maybe I misunderstood, but...
Liz might leave Satomi for another team.
We look forward to it.
Right, leave it to me.
We hope you'll wear our dress on your wedding day.
Of course.
Well, goodbye.
Mind your own business.
It's tough being owner.
80% of my work is negotiating with hardheads.
So are you serious?
I'm serious.
It might be fun for a change.
Not that.
I know.
The remaining 20% of my work is information gathering.
Is that why you agreed to model?
I have a favor to ask, Ms. Satomi.
I saw it.
What?
Liz, Skylark's coach, and Elisa were...
...eating crab.
A-And?
She must be going to Skylark.
Maybe they just went out to dinner.
What were you thinking?
But Liz doesn't eat out for no reason...
...and she treated!
That stingy Liz!
You saw that too?
You're a stalker.
It's odd. It's not like her.
I don't deny it...
And modeling? It's totally odd!
You're assuming too much.
You think so?
Yup.
Maybe so.
Even if she goes to another team, she'll do fine anywhere.
You think?
You're assuming too much.
Hello, all. Benjamin Bright here.
This is the annual IGPX festival.
You'll find photo shoots and auctions as every year, and on course...
...an IGPX obstacle race with all machines participating!
It's our improved version with major upgrades.
To tell the truth, the new parts didn't arrive in time...
...but it's maxed out.
We worked hard!
Break a leg.
Right!
Look at this! What an incredible view.
Now, the race is finally starting!
Whoa, the first obstacle on this special course right off the bat!
Balance is good.
Acceleration is good.
Attacks are allowed!
Whoever finishes first will bring victory to their team.
Takeshi!
I was a bit careless.
But...
...the power's good!
Here I go!
He passed him! Takeshi is fast!
Not bad.
There were reports of engine upgrades, but this is amazing!
Amazing.
We should call him Rocket Takeshi.
Satomi's Takeshi is a few hundred feet from the jump point!
Will he make the jump?
M-Mark, this is...
Speed control's out!
Not good! You'll tumble over!
Slow down!
Say that all you want. I have to jump...
Takeshi!
A change from speed mode to normal mode! What's he up to?
M-Mark, I can't...
...control the speed!
Takeshi narrowly managed to jump over!
You're having fun, Takeshi.
Sorry.
We're sorry!
We checked the balance, but to think speed mode was that fast...
That's a problem.
We're sorry.
Not telling me before.
That power was awesome. Thanks for all your work!
Takeshi.
Takeshi...
But tweak the balance next...
Right, sorry.
We'll make sure to.
Hey.
Normal race, huh?
Thanks for the compliment.
It's not a compliment.
River.
Your White Snow race...
I'll never lose.
Until I face you again.
That's River for you.
Next is the midfielder race!
This race requires being in speed mode from start to finish.
Don't model if you don't want to.
It's not that.
I'm trembling with anticipation.
You're trembling?
You are.
Whoa, Max acts first!
The complex Valley Chicane is ahead. How'll they handle it?
Oh, Jan is doing a great job! This is a true melee!
Whoa, River rallies and takes second place!
Wow, way to go.
You're happy.
Of course!
It's good River has clear goals.
Goals...
Goal!
Team Velshtein's Jan finishes first!
It was a superb run!
You know...
You've kind of helped me out up till now...
"Helped" isn't the right word...
...but you have, so I'll advise you if you're okay with me.
All right, I'm ready!
You said something?
It's nothing.
What was it?
It's nothing.
What?
Step on your dress and fall offstage.
Ouch!
Last is the defender race!
Powerful power struggles. It's one of IGPX's highlights!
A goal.
That's right.
I was becoming weak again.
The race is starting!
All right!
Now, the up-down in the defender race...
...is changed to a 90 angle! This is indeed an obstacle course.
They'll use the rope on the course to climb to the top!
This contest isn't me.
I'll go first.
Damn it!
Cheater...
She's fast!
Elisa has a light chassis for a defender!
All right!
Leaving the last corner.
They split up and head for the revolution tunnel.
As usual, there are columns...
...and for today, claws to block the machines' way too!
I can do it.
Damn...
Excuse me.
Whoa, all teams except Satomi are neck and neck!
Damn it!
Did Liz talk about transferring?
No, she seemed down and made a fuss on her own.
I see.
It was quick with River.
If she really is transferring, we shouldn't make a big deal.
My machine's too heavy for an obstacle course!
Right?
Let's get you changed.
Already?
It's an evening dress. It's hard to pull tight and such.
I'll help.
I can't breathe...
Not tied yet?
Just a bit more!
No way.
Sorry.
This year's main event is a fashion show with models from each team!
You'll see the pilots in surprising styles!
And who will win the prize money?
You get to decide!
Speaking of models, let's start with Team Skylark's Elisa!
When walking, look about one yard ahead...
Don't lift the skirt high...
You're the model? Will you be okay?
How rude. There's no problem.
Pardon me.
Next is Team Sledgemama's River!
See you.
She's up after River?
I hope she won't trip.
That's nothing...
Next is Team Satomi's Liz!
This is quite rare!
Liz is wearing an evening dress!
Surrounded by children with flowers. A very feminine presentation.
Thank goodness.
Whoa, what's this?
It's all right.
Is this part of her act?
What a contrast to the dress before!
Is this the image women will seek in this era?
I'm glad I had them on.
I-I don't believe it.
The votes are in! The winner is...
...Liz Ricarro!
Thanks, everyone!
Ms. Satomi, you promised. I got the prize money!
Promised? What's that about?
That she could have the prize money if she won.
I think she made a big purchase.
But to think she'd actually win...
A big purchase? Could it be...
Hi, Mom. You good?
I'm trying writing this time.
Letters are nice because I can put wonderful ideas in writing.
Could you listen to my decision?
I bought some land. With a loan though.
And I want to reopen the orphanage myself.
So I'll be doing a type of work I've never done before.
I'm learning dress etiquette, but I can't master it overnight.
Oh, no arguing.
Give it up and watch over me, Mom.
Liz has a grand dream.
I know that must be it.
She's not transferring?
You look happy.
Yeah.
No, it's just, um... How can I put it...
She's a dear teammate, right?
Right! That's it!
Yo.
You weren't in the fashion show?
I look forward to the next race.
I'm a humble coach.
They fight.
I'll tell them.
You're the one who nurtured Takeshi.
No?
Hey, don't give me too much credit.
You're making me too happy.
Then could you tell Hamgra this?
Prepare to be annihilated.
I'll tell him.
Did I go overboard?
Oh well.
The orange-colored sunset...
...dyes the colors of the scenery.
Soon night will fall.
It's a little chilly, isn't it?
Frustrations of today.
Sadness and quietly concealed tears.
All will change into tomorrow's radiance.
Don't worry.
I'll hug you tightly, tightly.
It'll be fine.
Keep believing in your feelings.
I'll smile more and more for you.
Though this is all I can do.
I want to be by your side even so.
I whisper in my heart, "I love you."