I'm very sorry, Lord Iznario.
This failure is unacceptable for a member of the Seven Stars.
Don't apologize to me.
Apologize to your great father.
Carta.
Your actions have smeared mud on the Issue family name.
But as I have become your guardian in place of your ailing father,
I cannot simply sit back and watch.
I shall give you a chance to redeem yourself.
- That is... - Makanai...
We hear he is headed for Edmonton with some group called Tekkadan.
We, as Gjallarhorn, must stop this at all costs.
Please allow me, Lord Iznario.
Let me destroy Tekkadan and crush Makanai's plans.
In truth, Carta...
I felt it was too heavy a burden right after your defeat.
But McGillis insisted that it be you.
McGillis...
He's tracking their movements.
Ask him for more details.
It's been a while, Carta.
Who would've thought you'd help this miserable me?
Thank you, McGillis.
You're not miserable.
Stop pretending.
You just want to laugh at my failure.
That patronizing smirk of yours never changes.
And you haven't either from the day we first met.
Proud and beautiful as the only daughter of the Seven Stars' most powerful family.
How dare you...
Carta.
To me, you were...
Someone I could never reach, but only look up to.
McGillis...
So this is where you were.
I'll let you play with us.
I'm here too.
I lost last time, but not this time.
- Let's see who can climb trees faster... - Miss Carta.
Please stop doing such dangerous things.
And, well...
He may be Fareed by name, but...
What?
Well...
You're running away?
I mean...
You shouldn't play with someone like me.
Why not?
Stand proud.
You're at least better at climbing trees than me.
And you learned to read in no time.
And you're fast at eating bread.
When you're like that, your humble attitude is humiliating to us.
It wasn't out of pity or sympathy...
But you treated me equally.
It's nothing to be thankful for.
In my eyes, you were always noble.
Humiliation does not suit you.
That is why I want you to let me help in any way.
Carta.
McGillis.
The present has come after twists and turns
It has overlapped with the future
We are the last survivors
It looks like it might work out
A disguised ideal thought
Please do something about it
Armed ambition and hope
Those people like machines...
Find your place before you're controlled by them
The present has come after twists and turns
It has overlapped with the future
We'll hold hands, crawl on the ground, and rise up against it
The present has come after twists and turns
The wish that has been shot to the sky
We cannot lose
The dream that came true...
We will protect it
We are the last survivors
Wow.
It's pure white.
Yeah, you can see your breath.
But you know what? I'm not cold at all.
My spine's getting all warm.
Hurry up and come.
Reporting from in front of Parliament in Edmonton.
With the Arbrau prime minister election coming up in a week,
rumors of Mr. Makanai running again...
It's happening alright.
Yes, Mr. Alesi is working hard.
He is quick to act.
I finally get to see you looking well and healthy.
I wish I could escort you to Parliament myself.
Nonsense, Alesi.
If we move together, we'll be playing into Gjallarhorn's hands.
I have asked you to handle the lobbying until the election.
Leave it to me, sir.
Henri Fleurs is a woman with many enemies.
All that is left is that you make it to the election in time.
Rest assured. I have these fellows.
I was surprised.
I was worried when you said you had child soldiers as escorts.
But they have a sparkle in their eyes.
It's a battle for revenge.
Revenge?
What a catchy slogan...
A battle for revenge...
Mr. Makanai?
People always want some sort of an excuse.
What those children desire is mere destruction.
I see...
Well, Old Man?
Maintenance for the 5 machines from space is done. Then there's...
The 20 units that we bought through Teiwaz at Anchorage.
These are newer models, but there's no Alaya-Vijnana with them.
I'm not sure if they can be our strength.
Yeah, but it's better than nothing.
Apparently, you can't bring Ahab Reactors into urban areas on Earth.
If we can't use Mobile Suits, we'll have to get by with these.
Will the younger children fight in these as well?
It's better than charging at the enemy unarmed.
Boss.
Yeah?
Mr. Biscuit's death has driven you all mad.
So?
Tekkadan members are all nice kids.
But at this rate, they won't be able to return.
Return? To where?
I don't know...
But at least don't drag the small children into this.
Ms. Merribit.
You guys...
What's wrong?
Stay out of this.
We're not getting dragged into anything.
We're acting on our own will.
I understand. But you know...
There should be a lot more choices for you.
But you're only blinded...
If we go on without taking revenge, we'll suffer forever.
Is Ein really conscious again?
Yes. We were waiting for you. This way, please.
So where is Ein?
Specialist Major Gaelio.
Ein. Is that your voice?
Yes, sir.
Ein.
So it was a success. I'm so glad.
I'm really so happy.
Please take a look, Specialist Major.
This is his current state.
The Alaya-Vijnana integration is smooth.
Thank you so much.
Now I can avenge Lieutenant Crank.
I see.
In my life, I have now met two people who I can truly respect.
I couldn't be happier.
I will return the favor with all my life.
Very well.
That's great.
It was his wish.
As his senior officer, you were able to give him the best choice he wanted.
Now, just take him to the best stage to let him take revenge.
Gaelio.
With Gjallarhorn so corrupt,
I wonder how your heart has stayed so pure.
Are you mocking me?
I'm serious.
And not just you.
Ein as well.
I feel it is your good conscience that will reform Gjallarhorn.
Ein as well?
Yes.
If this plan succeeds, his contribution to Gjallarhorn will be immeasurable.
Regardless of how he looks...
He can become a hero from this battle.
Thank you, my friend.
Gaelio.
Carta.
You were both great friends.
There is no lie in those words.
You are indeed the ones to change Gjallarhorn.
Hey, Mika.
Maybe I really am losing it.
Why?
Saying it's revenge for Biscuit,
and putting you all in danger.
This is exactly why he wanted to quit.
Biscuit told me that day...
That day?
Biscuit.
Mikazuki?
Gjallarhorn is here.
Gjallarhorn?
Orga wants you to come since he'll be making some plans.
Orga wants me to?
Yeah. Did something happen?
Yeah, well...
We argued about what we're going to do next.
Mikazuki.
I won't quit.
What are you saying?
Nothing...
Did you want to quit Tekkadan, Biscuit?
No...
Well, yes...
I got scared.
Orga's strong leadership pulled us all this way.
But it's something I... We all wished for.
That's why I won't quit.
When I quit...
When I go home, we're going home together.
It's my turn to be on lookout.
We're going home together, huh...
In that case...
Then there's no way we can go back now.
"THE FINAL LIE"
Biscuit. "THE FINAL LIE"
Mikazuki, it's time to switch.
I got it.
What's that?
An Ahab Wave reaction?
There's the freight train they're on.
Listen up. Retreat is not an option for us.
Yes, ma'am.
But this crisis gives me strength.
I will never forget my pride.
Isn't that right, McGillis?
Victory will be ours.
In the name of our pride.
Yes, it's time to show our real worth.
Boss, there's three Mobile Suits.
The ones from the island.
Darn it. I was just having a good dream.
How could you be dreaming at a time like this?
Darn it.
Hold on.
Was this not a safe route that sneaked past Gjallarhorn's surveillance?
They found out so quickly.
The one who knows our route is...
He betrayed us?
Do you have someone in mind?
We'll talk later.
- Yamagi, stop the train. - Yes.
Just three?
Yes, so far.
Mikazuki. Make sure Barbatos is ready to launch at any time.
Yes.
That's...
No way.
I'm from Gjallarhorn's Earth Headquarters.
Outer Earth Orbit Regulatory Joint Fleet.
Commander Carta Issue.
Tekkadan, to a 3 on 3 Mobile Suit duel,
I challenge you!
- Hey, isn't this... - If we're victorious...
- A challenge? - If we're victorious...
Hand over Makanai Togonosuke and Kudelia Aina Bernstein...
She's talking a lot all of a sudden.
And Tekkadan shall surrender to us.
If we lose, you may pass through.
I like it. Let's show them, huh Akihiro?
Don't get heated up. This challenge is a waste.
Yeah, we have them outnumbered too.
Let's just beat them senseless.
30 minutes.
Considering setup time, we will wait 30 minutes.
And when you're ready...
How dare you.
Listen to what Lady Carta...
No...
Mika, you...
Unbelievable. Lady Carta, let us regroup...
That's brutal.
Mikazuki. That leaves us with nothing.
Darn. I'll at least get the rails...
What?
How despicable.
My proud elite guards...
That's gross...
This is...
Fine with me.
Getting stopped in the snow takes a toll on my old body.
It's best to get this over with and move along.
I do not approve of how you fight.
Boss. Mikazuki is...
I told you.
We'll crush anyone in our way.
Right, Mika?
Awesome!
No. This is not okay.
I wanted to fight...
I wanted to fight fair and square.
Or else it wouldn't suit me.
I am Carta Issue.
I don't care who you are.
It doesn't change that you're the enemy.
You guys. It's dangerous here. Go inside.
I must win.
I lost my reputation and disgraced my family.
The one who he looked up to shouldn't be this miserable.
Hurry inside.
- It's dangerous. - Stop.
We have to see this.
Right.
We have to see our enemy.
And Mr. Mikazuki's fight.
- What? - That's right.
We're going to watch Mr. Mikazuki.
Because this is revenge for Mr. Biscuit and everyone.
I cannot afford to lose here.
I cannot betray his heart.
I cannot end here.
I'm not letting you escape.
This is not right.
I do not fear.
You'll get in our way again if I don't kill you.
Humiliation does not suit me.
That's why...
No, either way...
I cannot...
Help me...
McGillis.
A different Ahab Wave reaction?
Mikazuki.
Reinforcements?
- I'll get you. - Wait, Mika.
- That's it. - Orga?
No need to chase them. Let's move on while we can.
We have nowhere to return to.
But...
We do have a destination.
We'll get there...
Together.
McGillis...
You came to rescue me.
McGillis...
Yes, that's right.
I...
I was a disgrace, wasn't I?
That's not true.
You fought well, Carta.
So don't worry now.
- Get healed... - Thank...
Thank you.
McGillis.
Carta.
Get some rest.
Leave it to us from here.
That is...
We're finally here.
The enemy's grounds.
I admired torn clouds when I was little
I felt like I could fly up to them with toy wings
The wind wavers like waving hands and shadows dance
It's like I'm being beckoned to traces of a lost friend
An iron flower that is deeper than blood
Love becomes a bond
Having started to run, we are travelers of the era
Far and far, strong and strong, bloom in the barren land
If you've fixed your sight straight ahead,
hope is in your hands
Don't lose Burn up your life
Until now, I've never thought about who's an enemy and who's an ally.
I've just followed Orga's orders and defeated anyone in my way.
But from here, it's different.
Anyone who gets in Tekkadan's way... Is my enemy.
Next on "MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM IRON-BLOODED ORPHANS."
Episode 24, "A FUTURE REWARD."