"Sakura Empire"
Oh.
They're back. They're back!
"Heavy Cruiser Kako " "Heavy Cruiser Furutaka " They're back. They're back!
"Aircraft Carrier Souryuu " "Aircraft Carrier Hiryuu "
Welcome home, Akagi.
Thank you for the warm welcome, Kako, Furutaka.
Did anything noteworthy occur while we were away?
No, nothing. Also, Nagato wishes to speak with you.
I know. I will report to her now.
Welcome back, Ayanami.
Thank you. I'm home.
Are you okay?
Look, she's back!
Hey, Ayanami!
"Destroyer Yukikaze " "Destroyer Shigure " "Destroyer Yuudachi " I, Yukikaze, have gone out of my way to welcome you home! Be grateful!
So how was it?! How many did you sink?
Umm...
Let's listen to her stories over some tea.
Yay! Food!
Food! Food!
How restless...
Oh, I think it's charming and cute.
I have returned.
Good work out there. I'm glad you're safe.
You won't believe it, Soryuu!
Our 1st Carrier Division elders are such tough leaders!
What's wrong, Zuikaku? Why the long face?
No, I'm fine. It's nothing, Hiryuu.
Grey Ghost.
I will get you next time!
Good morning, Enterprise.
What exactly are we doing here?
I prefer coffee.
Coffee is a wonderful beverage, but too much can hurt your stomach.
Especially if your stomach is empty.
I've had plenty to eat.
Out of the question.
Enterprise, you will improve your way of living.
Running on a strict and regular schedule is key to leading an elegant life.
Why are you interfering in my life? What are you thinking?
I would like to witness something.
What?
The human soul hidden inside you.
I don't get it.
How are the Dragon Empery girls doing?
It seemed like the elder sister was badly injured.
They are...
One order, coming up!
Why does Hammann have to help?!
Jiayou. Keep at it.
Ping Hai! Don't eat the stuff we're selling!
They started a business.
Their resilience is quite exemplary.
Here you go.
Hmm? Oh, no, thank you...
My sister said not to worry about payment.
You saved us. We want to thank you.
It's delicious.
Yes, it's delicious!
I hope Ayanami can eat with us next time.
Huh?!
--You refuse? --No! Of course not.
You're right. It would be great if Ayanami could join us...
The Dragon Empery detected some suspicious activity by the Sirens.
It could be a sign that they're preparing a massive attack.
We went out on a scouting mission to find out more, but...
You mean high-class Sirens could be doing something?
Hornet, mind your manners.
The Dragon Empery are one of the camps in the Azur Lane alliance.
They brought us this information.
Maybe they're trying to strike while
Azur Lane and Red Axis are fighting each other...
Increased Siren activity and Sakura Empire's new technology...
Their ability to control mass-produced Sirens.
It can't be a coincidence. We should look into it.
--That is an activity we Royal Navy excel in. --What?
We, the Maid Corps, are already on a new mission.
Maids? On a mission?
"Cloak and Dagger"... Espionage.
--Big Sister, let's go eat some anmitsu! --It's a race!
Careful--you must not overeat.
Where do they get so much energy?
"Battleship Nagato " So this is the Black Box that allows us to command the Sirens?
Yes. But that is only a byproduct.
The Black Box is also a Mental Cube-- the same material we warships are made of.
Project Orochi.
Yes. The shining hope for us Sakura Empire.
But it forced us to make the first move...
It was inevitable.
Major clashes between us and the Sirens have occurred numerous times until now.
Humanity is only barely surviving.
The Azur Lane's strategy simply will not be fast enough.
For the Sakura Empire to have a future, we must complete this project at all costs.
I understand. You are excused.
I suppose warfare does not change, no matter what era we are in.
She is still having hesitations...
Nagato lacks determination.
Don't speak badly of her. She, too, is driven by a deep, strong love.
But, dear sister...
But it's not enough...
My love is strong enough to incinerate the entire world and still keep burning.
Yes, it is soon.
My dear sister Akagi...
So this Enterprise girl beat Kaga? Wow, that's intense.
If it were up to me, Yukikaze, Eagle Union and Royal Navy would stand no chance!
Calm down and eat slowly... Here, have some tea.
I'm so jealous of you, Ayanami, for getting to go into battle.
I can't wait to fight!
I don't like fighting... I'm just doing what's expected of me.
What's expected of you?
You're "The Demon" Ayanami! Come on!
Demon! Demon horns!
Those aren't horns, they're my ears...
You can't just be strong, though.
You have to be blessed with good fortune, like me, the famous Shigure.
Ooh, I won a freebie.
Enough, Shigure! Time to settle this once and for all!
Quiet in the restaurant!
"Heavy Cruiser Takao "
Training hard, Takao?
Zuikaku. You have returned.
Yeah... But I can't say I did well.
Hmm.
I didn't stand a chance against Grey Ghost.
I can't stay like this.
I have to be stronger, or else I can't protect Shokaku and the others...!
Oh, apologies... I may have hit too hard.
You must not take on every burden by yourself.
You must rely on us as well, at least a little more.
Takao.
We are companions, are we not?
"Destroyer Shiranui "
Where is that bumbling fool Akashi slacking off at...?
Oh, are you okay?
By the way, are you...?
Oh... Excuse me.
You dropped this.
Why was I assigned to this under cover mission?!
I'm totally not cut out for it!
Quiet, please.
We've studied their logistics. It seems like they are building something massive.
But... where?
Shiranui doesn't know how to treat a cat. I can't take it anymore.
Where am I?
I'm lost...
Is this the Project Orochi ship?
It looks just like a Siren ship...
Is it really okay to build something like this?
Akagi? What is she doing?
With so much energy gathered, the activation of Project Orochi is imminent.
Is that...?!
"Observer" At this rate, I'd say...
"Observer" One more, perhaps.
The goal of the Orochi Project is not to create an ordinary ship.
It's a... shall we say... An ark, carrying every wish across the ocean.
Your reunion is soon.
Leave this place. You don't want to be seen.
Oh, dear, oh, my. I saw something terrible...
You there. What are you doing?
You saw.
Wh-What are you talking about? I just got lost...
Oh, she saw. Well, too bad, I guess.
Like they say, curiosity killed the cat, right?
--No! Help me!
--Halt. --No! Help me!
I won't let you have your way in the Sakura Empire.
You say that, but you must know she can't just be left alone, right?
Who are you?!
That ludicrous outfit--you're Royal Navy!
Dear sister!
Edinburgh!
I got it, Sheffield!
Retreat!
Impudent fools!
Oh, dear. This is on you, Akagi.
What's going on?!
What is this?! What is this?!
Hey, what's happening?!
Furutaka, stay vigilant.
Wait, what?!
What was that?
I prefer gold ingots!
You can complain later. Why are you carrying that extra load?
Don't leave me behind!
Why are you following us?!
They would have gotten rid of me! Silenced!
Dead cats tell no tales!
I suppose we have to see this through. Let's head for the ocean.
If we can make it to that small island...
Watch out!
You're not getting away!
I will handle her! Go ahead without me, Edinburgh!
B-But Sheffy!
This is absurd.
Slow and steady wins the race. Dripping water wears away the stone.
My sword has been trained over a long period of time...
There is nothing it cannot sever!
My praise goes to you, my enemy.
Reinforcements.
What should I do? What should I do...?
Umm, aren't you going to run away?
I have to do something...
What is it?
"Unexploded bomb disposal area" "Danger: None shall enter."
What is this?
Edinburgh!
Sheffy, over here!
It's on fire!
This is a bit...
Bad, yes.
Don't come this way!
Somebody stop me, please!
I must apologize, dear sister...
The enemy has escaped.
I see. That's too bad.
The enemy has taken the Black Box.
Organize a pursuit force.
But this could be good for us.
Dear sister?
If the Azur Lane are going to nurture the Black Box for us,
perhaps we should accept their help.
Thank you, Ayanami. You saved me.
Please don't mention it. I'm glad you're okay.
Ayanami!
Whoa, Ayanami... Are you okay?
She's with me, Yukikaze, the goddess of good fortune! Of course she is!
I'm late to the party again! I wanna fight!
You all get along very well.
Yes. They are my precious friends.
So I have to, for everyone...
The ripples seeing each other
Are messages exchanged with you
Connecting us across this blue ocean
Guideposts of light
Have you met someone nice?
Are your days filled with smiles?
Filling your melancholy eyes with light
When the starshine wanes in them
I'm close to you
Always by your side
you can't see the next day
I am calling out to your heart
Please stay with me
Please don't give up
Until the morning comes when we can hold hands