Prepare to fire the anti-proton cannon!
Forward port ready to open!
Opening now!
Numbers 5 and 6, safety released!
Target laser cannons forward!
We have less than twenty seconds before space-time fusion.
Ten... nine... eight...
...seven... six... five...
...four... three... two... one.
Space-time fusion!
All ships! Attack!
Imperial Calendar Year 955.
The battleships of the Star Forces...
...had countered the advances of the Triple Alliance...
...which consisted of the United Mankind...
...the Republic of Greater Alcont...
Imperial Capital Lakfakalle ...the Republic of Greater Alcont...
Imperial Capital Lakfakalle ...and The People's Sovereign Union of Planets.
...and The People's Sovereign Union of Planets.
The counterattack had begun.
As commander of the Third Fleet...
Commander-in-Chief Commanding Admiral Abriel As commander of the Third Fleet...
Commander-in-Chief Commanding Admiral Abriel ...as well as overall commander-in-chief...
...Commander Abriel amassed a huge fleet of 150 squadrons.
First Fleet Commander-in-Chief Admiral Spoor ...Commander Abriel amassed a huge fleet of 150 squadrons.
First Fleet Commander-in-Chief Admiral Spoor Additional forces of training ships on standby...
Additional forces of training ships on standby...
Second Fleet Commander-in-Chief Admiral of the Fleet Rulef Additional forces of training ships on standby...
Second Fleet Commander-in-Chief Admiral of the Fleet Rulef ...will provide another seventy squadrons in the event of a battle.
...will provide another seventy squadrons in the event of a battle.
Fourth Fleet Commander-in-Chief Admiral of the Fleet Kotoponi ...will provide another seventy squadrons in the event of a battle.
Fourth Fleet Commander-in-Chief Admiral of the Fleet Kotoponi Sparing nothing...
Sparing nothing...
Fifth Fleet Commander-in-Chief Admiral of the Fleet Rekef ...to reorganize the fleet in terms of scale...
...training, and top personnel, the Star Forces have dubbed this...
Operation Phantom Flame.
Now, the battle will truly begin.
The First Campaign
Banner of the Stars
The first group of mines has been confirmed as destroyed.
Our first orders have been carried out.
Initiate space-time separation!
Starting space-time separation!
That seemed too easy.
The real battle is starting now!
While we were watching out for mines...
...the enemy ship has moved further ahead.
Captain, there's a message from command.
They want us in single-column formation.
Senior Aviator. Single-column formation.
Yes, ma'am.
Our assault ship squadrons...
...are hunting down the enemy patrol ships one by one.
It's just like that time we were on the Gosroth...
...although it's the other way around.
But this doesn't mean we're safe.
This time we're at the forefront of the battle.
If we get out of this without casualties...
...it'll be a miracle.
It wouldn't surprise me if we got wiped out.
You can be so negative.
To be totally honest with you...
...I'm extremely scared.
And if I'm honest with you...
...I'm scared, too.
Knowing that makes me feel better.
How could knowing that I'm afraid...
...possibly make you feel better?
Well, I wonder why.
If I were to be the only one trembling in fear...
...it wouldn't be very fair.
Perhaps.
But I don't think there's anyone here who isn't afraid.
Perhaps with the exception of your cat.
The only time Diaho's afraid...
...is when it's time for a wash.
The only one on this ship who has any battle experience...
...is Samson, who survived the battle at Scaresche Gate...
...three years ago.
We have twelve minutes until space-time fusion with the enemy!
I can't believe we're seriously going in for an attack...
...hitting those patrol ships with our six-ship squadron.
It's beyond brave. It's reckless.
The lead ship Gamroil has decreased its speed.
What a relief.
For a minute I thought our six ships were on our own!
I'd say we're holding back so the other squadrons can catch up.
Good thing the Hecto-Commander knows what she's doing.
There's been a change to the schedule for space-time fusion.
The 4th assault unit is approaching!
Transmission received requesting us to move in parallel formation.
Senior Aviator, I'll leave that to you.
Yes, ma'am.
New estimate for space-time fusion...
...ten minutes.
I guess we have to sit tight for the next ten minutes.
Yes.
2nd and 5th assault units in space-time fusion...
...with the enemy ship.
It's like a pack of carnivores ready to pounce on the giant herbivore.
You ever see something like that?
In a documentary, when I was a child.
Looks like it's over.
Yes.
We suffered casualties but our side was victorious.
Everyone, it's going to be our turn next!
Captain!
The enemy ship's space-time bubble has divided!
There are four. Probably mines.
So, they had some left.
Releasing those remaining mines...
...was probably an act of desperation.
And what does Squadron Command say?
We've heard nothing yet.
Here's something.
It's a message from Command.
It says, "Do what you have to do."
I see.
We can't enter space-time fusion and just wait for them to attack us.
Jinto...
...you shall return to your position.
It's your duty to monitor the air pressure...
...and treat any casualties that may result.
But those mines are headed straight for us.
If we hit even one of them, we'll be blown to pieces!
I don't think there's anything I can do.
I suppose that's true.
Well, do what you want.
Just make sure you're steady on your feet.
If you fall over on top of me...
...and distract me from running the ship, that'll be the end of us.
I'll be careful.
Space-time bubbles suspected to be enemy mines approaching!
They've passed Gamroil...
...and are heading this way!
Distance: 5...
...4...
...3.5...
...3.2...
...3.1...
...3.3.
Enemy space-time bubbles have passed us!
At least we avoided the shame of dying in our first battle!
Enemy space-time bubbles!
They're entering space-time fusion with ships at the rear!
Is it the Leekroil?
It's the Kidroil.
Confirming space-time fusion with third enemy ship!
Those enemy mines appear to be attracted to this ship.
Counterattack with laser cannons as soon as you're ready!
Fire the anti-proton cannon at the first mine!
Follow that immediately with the third!
The approach continues!
Space-time fusion with the sixth ship of the 4th unit!
Calling the Kidroil! Captain Beikal!
Can you afford to answer me?
Barely in a position to respond...
...would be more like it.
That's all I wanted to hear.
Survive this!
That last mine is heading straight for the port side!
Fire the laser cannons!
The sixth ship of the 4th Squadron has vanished!
The Kidroil?
Checking now.
The action has stopped.
And the Kidroil...
They're fine!
I see.
However...
...they've slowed down significantly.
Damn!
The remnants of those mines are too heavy.
Kidroil!
It appears the weight of your space-time bubble has increased.
I apologize, Commander.
But at this rate...
...we can't keep up with you.
I understand.
But I'm expecting more from you in the next battle.
The Kidroil is holding back.
Looks like the commander has no intention of slowing down.
Seven minutes until space-time fusion with the enemy ship!
That makes it ten of us against one.
The odds are in our favor.
This is looking more and more like the Gosroth.
So, we have to win this one.
You truly lack common sense.
There are no battles we fight that we don't have to win.
I guess you're right about that!
Six minutes to space-time fusion!
Jinto, it's time you return to your station.
Once we engage that ship...
...there'll be things for you to do.
Of course.
That's strange.
I'm not afraid any more.
Was that why he came on board?
No. That would be too thoughtful of him!
All of us here on the Basroil...
...will commence the first phase of battle...
...as soon as we enter into space- time fusion with the enemy ship.
All crew prepare for battle!
One minute to space-time fusion!
The lead ship Gamroil...
...will reach space-time fusion in thirty-two seconds.
Establish a communication link with the Gamroil...
...as soon as we enter space-time fusion!
Yes, ma'am.
The Gamroil is in space-time fusion!
We'll be there in fifteen seconds!
Ten seconds!
Nine... eight...
...seven... six...
...five... four...
...three... two... one.
Space-time fusion!
Damn, they've already destroyed one of ours.
Receiving transmission from the Gamroil.
Welcome to the battlefield, Deca-Commander Abriel.
Proceed to your position!
Roger!
They've fired their laser cannon at us!
Phew! That was close!
Our defensive magnetic shield is designed to repel laser cannons.
But the ship can still sustain damage.
Enemy ship ahead!
Direct hit on enemy ship.
But there's only minimal damage.
Now arriving in position!
Now, let's shoot like crazy.
I know that!
Just make sure you monitor the engines during battle!
Damn!
Even the Princess is fighting bravely.
We're out of the net.
A ship has been hit by electromagnetic cannon!
Which one?
The second ship of the 4th Squadron.
Whether the crew escaped or not...
...remains unconfirmed.
Now only eight of us are left.
Enemy's laser cannons!
Focused in our direction!
Increase output of magnetic shield!
Damage report!
Hold 14 was hit.
But I think we're okay.
No one was there, and it wasn't pressurized.
What do you mean we're okay?
We keep valuable spare parts for our equipment in that hold.
Hope they haven't been destroyed.
But surely they can be replaced.
Some of those parts are brand new!
Don't you understand how painful that is?
So, that's the way our experienced pilot handles his fear.
Four electromagnetic cannon shots headed for the Helzroil!
They're going to be hit!
Helzroil, you have permission to temporarily retreat!
Hurry up and separate!
The Helzroil has been destroyed.
They must've retreated too late!
I can't believe there are casualties in my squadron!
The enemy ship has changed direction!
The expected target is...
...the Basroil!
Electromagnetic cannon targeted on this ship!
Basroil, you have permission to temporarily retreat!
Lafiel!
Space-time separation!
Hurry up!
We're being attacked!
Looks bad.
Engines, full power!
Fire anti-proton cannon!
Space-time separation in ten seconds!
Nine... eight... seven... six...
...five... four... three... two... one.
Separation!
We're still alive.
It was close.
Our other ships are space-time fusing with the enemy ship.
I guess they don't need us now.
Re-enter the space-time bubble!
The commander only gave us permission to retreat temporarily.
Not a full retreat.
Right away!
Boy, oh, boy...
Couldn't we have just let the others deal with it?
Space-time fusion!
They don't even have enough power for their magnetic shield.
It's a massacre.
I don't like to fight this way.
It doesn't matter whether you like it or not.
Assault ships aren't powerful.
This is the only way we can fight against a ship like that.
You're right. I'm sorry, Captain.
We could finish it in one shot.
Basroil, all ships are to retreat.
I'm sorry, considering you just re-entered the battlefield.
All ships!
Separate from the space-time bubble immediately!
But why?
We're so close to destroying it!
I know.
However, we received orders directly from HQ.
The battleship squadron is ready for action.
They've decided to use mines to destroy that ship.
Very well. I understand.
Prepare for space-time separation.
Yes, ma'am.
Captain.
They made the right decision.
Even though we nearly destroyed that patrol ship...
...we might've risked losing a few more ships along with it.
It's more prudent to use mines which don't result in casualties.
Space-time separation!
Mine attacks have now commenced.
It's so over-the-top.
Enemy ship has been destroyed.
The Assault Ship Squadron is simply for keeping the enemy at bay.
Captain...
...we should have ourselves a drink.
And have a toast.
A toast?
Even though we didn't win the battle?
That's not the point!
It's that we all survived our first battle.
I suppose.
Sounds good to me.
Good thinking, kid.
But nothing alcoholic, okay?
So...
...here on the assault ship Basroil...
...we survived our first campaign...
...without any casualties.
And I believe that survival is an achievement worth celebrating.
However...
...the battlefield in which we were just fighting...
...was beginning to stir again.
The machinery of war was moving into action.
Including the Aptic system, the United Mankind dispatched...
...missions to five planetary systems.
It's not as though we've destroyed them all.
Yes. Our analysis shows we failed to eliminate about half of them.
The remaining ships probably escaped with important information.
That cannot be helped.
However, reconnaissance missions can be a double-edged sword.
Surely we were able to learn valuable information...
...about the strength of their fleet.
Absolutely correct.
According to the analysis done by the Communications Department...
...the numbers of the enemy fleet fall...
...somewhere between 180 and 200 squadrons.
Maybe I underestimated them.
Let me consider this.
I'll return to the bridge shortly.
Very good, sir.
The enemy appears to be recovering quickly.
It suggests that they had knowledge about our plans for invasion.
If that is not the case...
...then it means that their massive fleet in this area...
...is only the tip of the iceberg.
In any case...
There's only one thing to do.
The battle in which the Basroil took part...
...was only one small part of the operation.
As soon as we had finished our first campaign...
...and were ready for a well-deserved rest...
...Operation Phantom Flame moved into the next phase.
Kizukanaikoto ga The things I did not notice
konnani takusan aru I didn't know there were so many
kyoumade no jibun ga I think of myself until today
nasakenaku omoete To be so pathetic
kuyashii kurai It's almost frustrating
haritsumeta kimochiga This tense feeling
massugu ni muite ireba As long as I keeping facing forward
setsunasa no nukumori This momentary warmth
hajimete shitta I understood it for the first time
kimi ga iruto When you are there
itsumo pink no namida ga nagareteru The pink tears are always flowing
kono mune no naka wo afureteru My heart is brimming with it
kimi ga dokoni itemo dareto hanashitemo Wherever you are and whoever you talk to
issho ni itaiyo soba ni ite I want to be with you, to be near you
tsunaida te kara yubisaki kara From our joined hands and our finger tips
karadajuu no omoi binetsu tsutawatte My body heat transmits the feelings inside
tomerarenai And I cannot stop it
Are they honorable?
I think so.
Lafiel?
I've heard people say his Chief of Staff is also a Bebaus.
I suppose you think you're the paragon of common sense.
Are you saying I haven't got any, Nefee?
We can have Admiral Bebaus head up that fleet.
A person with many loves will not be promoted.
Next episode... Spectacular Insanity