Let's fight one-on-one, Sairaorg!
Anytime.
Bastard!
What?!
It's my turn now.
A-Amazing...
This is the power of the one who stands above the other young devils?
Even though he is a substitute, Zephyrdor is not weak.
Substitute?
The original successor in his family died in an accident.
A magic circle?
Astaroth.
Huh?
Good day, everyone. I am Diodora Astaroth.
When you hear the voice in your heart
You can be reborn infinite times "NEW -> BORN"
"High School DxD BorN"
I can't hide it any longer
Salvation and ache, a mirror's PARADOX
I realized once I faced myself
The soul must be where my dream rests upon
The moment I met you and touched you, your tears spilled on my hand
Because their heat melted into my heart, our feelings could connect
"DEAR" x "DEAR" wait for me!
I make choices within this despair
Not because of blessings, but definite FEELING!
Until I reach deep into your heart
I'll call as many times as it takes, "YOUR NAME"
"Episode 7: The Night Before Battle!"
Allow me to get straight to the point.
I would like to trade bishops.
No! Does he mean me?!
Of course not.
You wish for Asia?
You are quick on the uptake.
It is not a bad trade.
After all, my proposal to you--
Sorry. I have no interest in doing a trade.
Asia is a valuable devil in my household.
I also think of her as my little sister.
President.
Trying to get the woman you proposed to through a trade.
Do you really understand what courtship is?
President is about to blow a fuse.
Of course she is! So would I!
I understand.
I will go back for today, but I will not give up.
What?!
Our meeting and our reunion was fate.
Even if everything in this world gets in our way,
I will be sure to overcome it all.
I love you, Asia.
Huh?!
What are you doing to Asia?!
Let me go.
I can't stand being touched by a filthy dragon such as yourself.
B-Bastard!
Please don't talk about Issei that way!
I see. I understand.
Red Dragon Emperor, Hyodo Issei.
I will defeat you in the next Game.
After that, I hope you will accept my love, Asia.
There's no way I'd lose to you!
Diodora Astaroth.
I'll show you the power of this dragon you called filthy!
Are Issei and Koneko still doing their devil work?
Yes. They suddenly got requests.
Being a devil is hard work.
Even Rias?
She is currently planning for the Rating Game in her room.
Asia, don't worry.
Issei will definitely protect you.
Yes. We have Issei on our side.
Y-Yes. You're right.
Everyone really trusts Issei.
It's not a stretch to say we're all here now because of Issei.
Yes.
I feel bad that we haven't really thanked him for all he's done.
Then, you should thank him now!
Thanks for having us!
Mr. Morisawa suddenly requested both of us, out of the blue.
It was fun doing a devil comedy duo with you, Issei.
Sorry, Koneko.
I can jump through magic circles now,
but it seems everyone still expects me to visit on a bike.
No. This is fun, too.
Issei!
This presence!
Long time no see.
Big sister Kuroka!
You're here for Koneko again?!
Your face has gotten a lot more gallant since I last met you.
Is that because you reached Balance Breaker?
Or is it because you've come to know women?
What are you saying?!
Huh?
Hmm. You still taste like a child.
Th-That's none of your business!
Hey, hey, hey. Want to try making children with me?
What?
I want a dragon's child.
Sis, Issei's... I won't give it to you.
You should ask Vali for that kind of thing!
I turned her down.
Vali!
Boost!
Looks like you're itching for a fight.
You're the one who unleashed Loki on us!
Loki did that on his own.
We only escorted him to the underworld.
In fact, I think we should be thanked.
We saved you all from Fenrir.
Bastard. Talking so nonchalantly!
I heard you're participating in a Rating Game?
Your opponent is the heir to the Astaroth family.
Be careful around him.
What?
I'm sure my words of advice would remain unheeded by Rias Gremory.
So at the very least, I thought I'd tell you.
My, my. Welcome home, Issei.
A-Akeno, why are you dressed like that?!
You don't like it?
O-Of course I do! It's the best!
W-Welcome home, Issei.
Welcome home, Issei.
Wh-What's going on?!
It was my idea.
Everyone wanted to thank you, Issei.
You!
I didn't think they'd go to this extreme, either.
Should it just be a show?
Or should we make it a touching event?
Touching event!
See-through!
I can see through it all!
--Boobs!
--You're really enjoying this!
What's going on, everyone?
Oh, Rias. We're making Issei happy right now.
P-President?
Is she mad that she was left out?
I'll go check up on her.
P-President!
Come on, Issei. Doesn't this look good on me?
Yes. Very much so!
I'm well aware of your tastes, Issei.
My, my. You haven't won, yet!
Wha...?!
Issei, don't you love clothes that show a lot of skin the most?
Then, point with your finger upwards.
L-Like this?
Th-This is!
A-Amazing!
S-So soft!
Huh? Huh?!
Yes.
As I thought, my breasts become so hot when Issei touches me.
I won't lose to Akeno!
Me, neither!
My proportions suit Issei's taste much better than Rias'.
No! Issei finds my type much more attractive!
That's not true! Stupid, Rias!
Akeno, you half-wit!
--Rias, you dunce!
--They started to fight.
--Akeno, you idiot!
--No one can stop a fight between those two.
Rias, you--
Issei.
Does this look good on me?
This is... such an unknown destructive force!
Goodness. That Akeno.
Um, because of me...
It's fine. It was a good way to relieve stress.
Vali is more important right now!
Goodness. He does whatever he likes in my territory.
But, it looks like he wasn't trying to start anything.
Just in case, I'll report this to Brother and Azazel.
I don't plan on trusting Vali's words completely,
but Diodora's relaxed attitude bothers me as well.
It doesn't matter how strong he is!
For Asia, I'll definitely--
President?
Do you still blame yourself for dragging Asia into this world?
Yes. But, Asia told me that she's happy with this life.
I think that's great, too.
But, even then, I...
With you, me, and this household, let's be sure to make her happy.
But, you and the others have to find happiness, too.
President.
Otherwise, I'll be the sad one.
Oh, that's right.
A guest appearance request came for you from the underworld TV studio.
Guest appearance?
Why me?
Who knows?
It'll be after the Rating Game, so focus on winning first.
Yes! President!
I was hoping to eliminate both Sir Zechs and Odin using Loki.
But it seems a heathen god can only go so far.
But he is one of the main gods of the Norse.
I find it hard to believe he was sealed away without resistance.
Oh, Issei.
I noticed the lights were on.
The Game is fast approaching.
Weren't you training pretty hard even before the sun went down?
Well, I'm weaker than Kiba.
I hate to admit it, but Kiba has a lot more innate talent than I.
In my eyes, you and Kiba are both amazing.
Thanks.
All right!
Ascalon!
Blade!
Huh?!
Use it.
But!
It may not be as strong as Durandal, but isn't it better than a wooden sword?
You sure?
Yeah.
If you need it, ask me any time.
We're all comrades here.
Comrades...
Hey.
You'll eventually leave the president and go out on your own, right?
In order to rise to the top.
Huh? Yeah, someday.
Especially since I want to prove myself to her as a man.
Asia said that she would follow you when that happens.
Yeah. We promised each other we'd always be together.
Take me with you as well.
You, too?
It's more interesting to be with you, Issei.
Interesting, huh?
Roger. I'll think about it.
I feel like talking with you has really calmed my nerves.
Huh?
A thank you. Should I have done it on your lips instead?
No! It's fine! Y-Your feelings have reached me plenty well!
Is that so?
Th-Then, good night!
That really surprised me.
Oh, Issei!
Urk!
Asia! Koneko!
We were waiting for you in the bed.
I was talking to Xenovia. She's working really hard.
Issei. If we lose the Game, I...
Let him say whatever he wants.
We won't hand you over to anyone, Asia.
Koneko.
Asia, don't think about losing.
We're definitely going to win.
That's right.
Let's win the Rating Game
and the three-legged race while we're at it!
Yes.
Sorry for not speaking with you in person, Sir Zechs.
About the accidental death of the heir to the Glasya-Labolas family
and Diodora Astaroth's sudden increase in demonic power...
So they're related, after all.
It's likely.
Then, it seems that Rias' report on Vali's warning
should not be taken lightly.
Like us, they aren't a monolith that all think alike.
It seems we'll have to put your plan in motion.
Michael and old man Odin have assented as well.
Though I feel bad doing this to those kids.
Have a good trip.
Try your best.
Well. We should head out, ourselves.
Lord Michael ordered me to go with you to the underworld, but...
Why are we keeping it a secret from the others?
If nothing happens,
we can just say we came as a surprise and cheer them on.
If something does happen...
Well, I'll just be hated.
Did we arrive?
Is this the main battle area?
Strange.
There's no announcement from the referee.
M-Maybe some kind of problem occurred?
Magic circle?
It's not the crest of Astaroth.
Be careful!
Boosted Gear!
Boost!
If I remember correctly, this crest...
They are devils loyal to the Old Satan Faction in the Chaos Brigade.
So they're terrorists?
The despicable and fake royal family, Gremory.
We shall eliminate you here.
What in the world is going on?!
Asia!
Diodora!
You bastard!
Hey, there. I'll be taking Asia Argento.
What are you doing to Asia?!
What is the meaning of this?!
You all are going to be murdered here by the Chaos Brigade.
So, you've sided with the Chaos Brigade.
You're the worst!
And you defiled the sanctity of the Game! You deserve death!
Most of all, you dare touch my sweet Asia!
Well, have your last struggle against these numbers.
During that time, I'll be united with Asia at that temple.
Do you understand my meaning, Red Dragon Emperor?
Issei! Pass me Ascalon!
Yeah!
Ascalon!
Asia is my friend! I won't allow you to do what you please!
You coward!
Asia!
Shit!
Protect Asia?! Again, I...
I've!
Issei!
Focus on the enemies in front of us, first!
We'll save Asia after that!
Y-Yeah. That's right. You're right!
These numbers...
I'm not sure if Akeno and I can defend their attacks completely.
Hmm. What a nice ass.
This youthful resilience is irresistible.
Old Man?!
Lord Odin! Since when?
We found that Diodora Astaroth was making deals in the dark.
Come now!
I am the great Father of the Norse!
If you take my head, you will gain infamy!
The brat Azazel wanted to take care of them all in one fell swoop.
Then, this Game...
We were used as bait.
Hurry and go.
This old geezer will hold the front lines for you.
You should think yourselves lucky.
But we can't let you fight all alone...
A babe who has only lived a little over a decade
is a thousand years too early to worry about me!
Gungnir!
A-Amazing.
Lord Odin. We shall take you up on that offer.
No worries. This old man needs to get some exercise once in a while.
Let's run to the temple!
Yes, President!
Are you all right?
Azazel!
I'm sure you have things to say, but listen for now!
Not only the field, but even the area around the VIP room
is under attack from the Old Satan Faction.
We planned for this as well.
Planned, huh?
Various units we've placed in the area are fighting back.
Due to the battle plans, I couldn't tell you all what was going on.
Wh-What if something happened to us?!
I'm the strategist of this battle. I'll take responsibility.
Well, my head alone might not be enough to quell your anger.
Then...
You prepared yourself for death.
When you used us...
Anyways, stay hidden until the battle ends.
We'll take care of the terrorists.
You're in the battlefield, too?
I'm on the same field.
Though the area is large, so I'm pretty far from you guys.
We can't hide!
Asia! Asia was kidnapped by Diodora!
What did you say?!
We have to go save Asia, right now!
Teacher! Asia is my comrade! She's my family!
I-I never want to lose her ever again!
We will go and save Asia.
I have to teach him how foolish it is to take someone from my household!
Well, I expected as much.
I'll take care of the rest!
Go rampage your hearts out!
Teacher!
Thank you, Azazel.
Listen, Issei!
Show that betraying brat the power of the Red Dragon Emperor!
Make sure to bring Asia back!
Yes!
Right, pretty much everything
I think you know already
But you know the heart
Isn't all-knowing
Only the important things fail to connect
In the end, analog is the way to go
That's why right now
I want you to give it a proper shape!
Your teasing VOICE
Give me! Let me hear it
Just a little bit is fine
I don't want ambiguity, I vote no secrets!
DO YOU DO YOU KNOW?
Give me your answer
I'm not scared at all
I can't say it, but you know, right?
Please understand
TELL ME HEART
Because what changes everything
GIVE ME WORD
Is always you
"Next Episode: High School DxD BorN"
I ate them both up!
All of you, stop this now!
How dare you ignore me and fight over a man!
The one who attacks first, wins.
Worldly desires, release! Max imagery!
"Episode 8: We Will Save Asia!"
A person like you!
Success!