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It is the 22nd year of the new Holy Era.
With the fall of the previous age brought about by human folly...
lawlessness runs rampant and disorder rules the world.
But here in Shinjuku, the City of Beasts...
any creature who would harm another...
must contend with us, one and all.
Our wild blood runs hot tonight!
Hyper Police to the rescue!
HYPER POLICE
Till you make up your mind I won't let you go
I'm gonna make you feel the pull of my charms
What gives spice to romance
Is the endless thrill of playing the game
My heart soars where none has ever gone before
When you've finally seen
That I'm your number one then hurry, hurry
Reach across time and take me in your arms
We'll always be together forever and a day
Together eternity's within our reach
Uh-oh. Did I do it again?
COMBINATION ANXIETY
The cards show girl trouble for you, Tommy.
Really?
Sorry.
I guess that should have been ''water trouble.''
Order whatever you want, Batanen.
It's my treat today.
Really, it's okay.
Don't worry about it.
It was as much my fault for being off my guard.
That's what I like about you, Batanen!
I hear you'll be pairing up with that new hire.
But why would Mr. Mudagami split you and me up?
It must mean he thinks you've proved yourself.
And he wants you to pass on what you've learned to the newbie.
So that's it.
Wow!
Sounds like you're moving up, Natsuki.
So what is this new hire like?
Well, she tried to take a bite out of my fanny.
What? She's been slobbering over your fanny?
That's unforgivable. Even I've never done that!
I didn't say she slobbered. She tried to take a bite.
That's not normal either.
You don't understand.
She was so starved she thought I was food.
I think that's what happened.
In that case, I suppose I can let it pass.
You better hope you're right, Natsuki.
What do you mean by that?
What are these?
Pictures of the new girl looking at Natsuki.
Draw your own conclusions.
I'm sure it's nothing to worry about.
I found the suspect, Natsuki.
- Really? - Yep.
I flew all over Shinjuku looking for her.
I didn't know you could fly, Sakura.
You want me to go along?
Forget it. We'd have to split the reward more ways.
Good work, Sakura.
It's my first job since we were paired up.
I wanted to show you what I could do.
Are you ready? Here we go.
Whenever you say.
Don't shoot me from behind, Sakura. That could be painful.
You know I was only teasing!
Does she have eyes in the back of her head?
Warrant No. U-309!
You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say--
Um, what comes next?
Anything you say may be used against you in a court of law.
What're you waiting for? She's getting away!
Hold it!
If we don't hurry, she'll burrow underground!
Now's your chance!
You let her get away again.
What now? Swords and guns are useless underground.
I'll smoke her out.
She keeps two parasites.
Normally you can only have one.
Once I capture those powers, I'll have my nine tails for sure.
Fujin! Raijin! Lend me your strength!
Sakura!
Watch where you shoot, Sakura!
Sorry. I was so scared, my hand froze!
She's getting away! Chase her, Sakura!
I can only get a little bit off the ground.
But you said you flew all over Shinjuku!
That's only when I'm in peak condition.
Maybe once a year.
Besides, even if I did chase her down...
my ordinary bullets wouldn't faze her.
I just wish I had some mithril tips.
You mean those silver bullets made by fairies? They're expensive!
What a shame! We almost had her!
So they returned empty-handed.
This is bad. Really bad.
Why did you put those two together?
I was hoping Natsuki would set a good example for her...
but I guess that was a mistake.
In that case, there's really no reason it has to be Natsuki.
Always quick, aren't you, Batanen?
Natsuki has some amazing skills.
But as a bounty hunter, she still lacks certain things.
And you think Sakura has those things?
Yes. But that means nothing if they fail to catch their quarry.
If things don't turn around soon, it could mean my head.
X month, Y day. Dear Diary:
Sakura begs Mr. Mudagami to let her pair up with Natsuki.
He agrees when she offers him a panty shot of Natsuki.
Boss!
Fine! I'll give it back!
Actually, she forced it on me.
I'm home!
Thanks for the greeting...
but I'm too tired to play today.
I wonder if Sakura really could be targeting me.
At this rate, I don't think I can work with her.
No, it's probably just my imagination.
I mean, the fact she joined our company...
has to mean she decided to turn over a new leaf, right?
But what if it's only a ruse to get close to me?
I feel like my head's going to explode!
I feel so heavy.
I'm not a sofa cushion!
Look! I bought a new gun.
Sigh.
We need to land at least three more to break even this month.
There's a disturbing rumor going around...
that Sakura is after Natsuki.
This could spell trouble.
All right, everyone! Quiet down!
The meeting is called to order!
Now listen up! Next month we begin a major campaign.
We need everyone to give 1 1 0%..
That's right! The full moon is coming up.
I wonder why there's always more crime around the full moon.
Mr. Mudagami has a proposal to present.
For some time now, there have been complaints...
that our uniform does not suit differing physical characteristics.
I have therefore developed a new design.
After examining the needs of the different species...
the goal was to allow maximum freedom of movement and--
I could never wear a uniform like that in public.
That's a real shame! I think it's a great design.
I stayed up nights working on this.
Why doesn't anyone recognize the effort I put in?
I guess there's no way we can break even this month.
Who's this hunter that's way out in front?
That's Batanen.
He has the most experience. He also has his own network.
He must be a real smooth operator.
He's not just a smooth operator. He's the real thing.
Tell me the truth. You regret pairing up with me, don't you?
Not at all.
What's that pause supposed to mean?
Look at you!
Cats always start grooming themselves when they get caught on the wrong foot!
Give it up!
I know you've been spreading rumors that I'm trying to hurt you.
I'd never do that.
Don't deny it. I know your type.
That partnership's in shreds.
Fine! This team is dissolved!
If you want to stop me, then speak up now.
If you want to stop me...
this is your last chance!
I am so mad!
Sakura, would you mind telling me...
who you heard that rumor from?
Please tell Natsuki I'm not speaking to her anymore.
You heard her.
Stop being lazy! Tell her what I said!
Settle this yourselves. Don't drag me into it.
I'll admit I haven't always been an angel.
But I only did what I had to do to survive on my own.
Then you start these nasty rumors without any idea what I've been through!
I told you I didn't do it.
Forget it. I'm leaving.
Nothing you say can stop me. I'm never coming back.
Catnip for cats.
Hey, what do you think Natsuki is, anyway?
A cat monster.
Eeee! I am so mad!
- Hi, Natsuki. - Is Sakura here?
I saw her out back a while ago.
I'm a bounty hunter, for Pete's sake. Why am I reduced to this?
Some fried shrimp tails! Three whole tails!
All right! Dig in!
Sakura!
Are you camping here to be nearby in case something comes up?
I'm not camping. I live here!
Oh, that's right. She's new in Tokyo...
so she doesn't have a place to live yet.
I admit I haven't always been an angel...
but I only did what I had to do to survive on my own.
Then you start these nasty rumors without any idea what I've been through!
If you think it's funny, go ahead and laugh!
There you go, making fun of me!
But you told me to laugh!
That doesn't mean you really should!
I've had all I can take!
It's showdown time, right here and now!
- That's enough. - Batanen!
You know that mantis monster you two were chasing?
One of my informants spotted her down by the horse track.
Should you be telling us that?
According to protocol, I'm supposed to inform data processing...
but consider it a gift, to celebrate your new partnership.
Thanks Batanen! You're the best!
I'm on my way!
Let's go, Sakura.
I'll pass.
I'll go ahead, then. You can catch up with me later.
You really don't intend to go?
Why should I?
If this is about what Gray wrote in her diary, I'd forget it.
She's not a reliable source.
I've fallen for it lots of times too.
You're saying she just makes things up?
Most of the time.
Whatever.
In any case, it's not working out between me and Natsuki.
Give it some time. She'll grow on you.
Nuts to you!
Help!
I hate water.
I wonder if that monster's really here.
I'd feel a whole lot better if Sakura were here.
Plan B isn't working so well either.
Being close to her makes it even harder to target her.
''Natsuki''
It's a mithril tip.
Dear Sakura, please don't shoot me in the head with this.
It'd be more than just painful.
Is she crazy?
How'd she get hold of something so expensive anyway?
What a fool!
She's actually giving me the bullet to kill her with.
Could it be?
Warrant No. U-309!
Give yourself up peacefully.
If you resist--
Damn!
Sakura!
How could I have missed?
Give it some time. She'll grow on you.
What I want to grow on me is her special powers.
Hurry up and finish her off!.
Don't let our first bounty get away!
Fujin! Raijin! Lend me your strength!
That was easier than I expected.
Thanks, Sakura. But how did you know where I was?
I could hear you shouting all the way back at the office.
Her eggs?
The shock is making them all hatch!
Hang on!
Thanks, Sakura. I knew you were a good person at heart.
No need to repeat yourself!.
How could you afford that mithril-tip bullet, anyway?
I took an advance on our payoff for this job.
- So basically we worked for free? - Uh-huh.
Maybe I should just drop you right here!
No! Stop! Please don't!
You're making me lose my balance.
An emergency alert has been issued!
Everyone is advised to take cover indoors immediately.
Make sure all doors and windows are locked.
We repeat..
An emergency alert has been issued!
The emergency alert has been canceled.
Thank you for your cooperation.
The emergency alert has been canceled.
''The Lamp Cafe''
You have to file all these reports?
I can't read this signature, and this one's full of spelling errors.
You'll have to do them over.
Stuff like that doesn't matter.
I'm standing in for Mr. Mudagami, and I say it does.
This could take all night.
You're still at it?
You mean you're finished already?
Uh-huh, because I'm a rookie.
Plus I showed the boss this picture and he let me go.
I suppose it's another panty shot of Natsuki.
Kill!
Help, Natsuki!
These two might work out better than I thought.
Sakura!
How about I give you Natsuki in my place?
No way!
See, that's why I told you
Scary omens and close calls
Fill my every day
I'm not even married
But when do I have time to fall in love
There were lots of thrills
And in the end, all was well
Tomorrow is our double date
You know it's gonna be great
Gotta do the day spa on my way home
I think love must be some kind of magic
Passed down through the ages
An ancient, ancient spell
To all the wicked ones who choose to misuse it
Until the world over
Fills to overflowing
With happy smiles
However long it takes
The battle will rage on
From one day to the next
Coming Up Next On HYPER POLICE
The days have been getting warmer and warmer lately...
and it makes me feel so drowsy.
Come on, Sakura. How about we take a nap together?
Oops, she looks kind of mad.
I guess it really got under her skin...
when that lady from one of our rivals called her grubby.
But come to think of it, Sakura really does seem kind of unkempt lately.
Coming next-- ''A Meal and a Night's Lodging''
Don't you dare miss it!