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[NARRATOR] The Amazon region of South America

is the first area to recover

from the full-scale Zentraedi attack

that devastated 95% of the Earth's surface.

The harsh environment and the primitive conditions

have made survival difficult at best.

The jungle is a place where "survival of the fittest"

dictates that helpless victims fall to ruthless predators.

It's the perfect place

for Khyron and his attack force to seek refuge

and assess the extent of the damage

to their battered space cruiser.

Commander, all I can give you now is auxiliary power.

[KHYRON] Mmm... Good, at least the lights work.

How are the Reflex Furnaces? Are they working yet?

Not yet, Lord Khyron.

And it does not look as though they will,

if we don't get some Protoculture soon.

[KHYRON over radio] What is the status

of the main reactors?

If we had a few days, they could be functional,

but takeoff would still be impossible.

We are without power from the main reactors

because we lack Protoculture.

Not good enough.

I want all reflex weapons functional immediately.

Do I have communications with all portions of the cruiser?

[GIANT 1] Yes, sir.

[KHYRON] Then open all channels.

We are moving out.

Right away, Your Lordship.

Now hear this,

attack squadrons prepare for battle.

We are mounting a raid on the Micronian factory.

Our objective: The Protoculture matrix

necessary to refuel the main reactors.

As of this moment, everyone-- I repeat, everyone--

will be on stand-by alert for immediate deployment.

That is all for now.

[chuckles] The events of this day

will burn forever in the minds of the Micronians.

They will know how Khyron the Destroyer

was able to crush them with their own Protoculture!

All will bow to Khyron!

[laughs]

[GIRL] Can I have that one, Mommy, please?

[MOTHER] Are you sure that's the one you want?

- -[GIRL] Uh-huh! - - [MOTHER] All right.

[SANTA CLAUS] There you are.

[BOY] Thanks, Santa. See ya!

I know! These Christmas cookies are selling like hot cakes.

[TAXI DRIVER] For sure, I can take you downtown. Hop right in.

[PASSENGER] Oh, thank you very much.

[RICK] Fighters two and three,

stand by to change course.

[PILOT] Roger.

Change it to bearing 9-4-5, southwest quadrant.

Just got the word from Air Command, over.

- -1 copy. - -[PILOT] Roger, Captain.

[RICK] Maybe if I ask Lisa out for some coffee,

she'll agree to see me.

After all, she can't stay mad at me forever.

Yeah, that's what I'll do.

[RICK] Skull One, calling Captain Hayes.

Huh? Sammie, where's Captain Hayes?

She's not on duty, Captain. I think she went home.

[RICK over radio] She usually works this shift.

I don't know what happened, but she didn't come in.

I see. Well, it's all clear in the eastern sector.

We'll be returning to base now.

[WOMAN over radio] Protoculture Maintenance Group 28,

report to warehouse 3, level 2.

You want to see this or not?

[MAN] Hmm? Oh, yeah.

Let's see, we have three power condensers for reflex engines,

two L17 assembly systems...

[RICK] She's sure going out of her way to avoid me.

Huh? Huh?

Hey! Look at that!

The last time it showed,

Lisa and I were in the park together.

[RICO] Here you are.

- -[BOY] Thanks, bye. - -Bye now.

And send your friends.

Well, how we doing now, Bron?

Not very well, we've only sold two of them so far.

[KONDA] Huh? Uh, but I heard these toys

were as easy as pie to sell at Christmastime.

Step right up. Buy now before they're gone.

Hmmm.

Maybe it's our location?

That could be. Why don't we try that other mall?

- -There're lots of kids there. - -Yeah, let's go to the mall.

Yeah, the mall couldn't be any worse than this.

[CLERKS grumble]

[NARRATOR] Minmei sits in the deserted park.

Her recent separation from her cousin

and business manager, Lynn Kyle,

has left her feeling totally alone.

The merry holiday season

with its bright lights and frolicking crowds

isn't making things any easier for her.

Goodbye, Minmei and God bless.

[MINMEI] What's going to happen now?

I don't want to sing anymore, that's for sure.

But what else can I do?

Oh, everybody has someone they can turn to,

except for me, that is.

Rick!

I wonder what he's doing now.

Probably having a wonderful Christmas dinner.

Maybe I could-- No, I guess I shouldn't.

Oh, Rick!

Now you've gone and got us kicked out of the mall too.

[RICO] Hmm. Maybe we could try the park?

There's plenty of kids over there, huh?

- -Hey! There's one now! - -[KONDA, BRON] Huh?

[RICO] That girl sitting over there!

Rico, that isn't a girl.

That's...

[BRON/KONDA/RICO] Minmei!

[RICO] Hey, Minmei! Minmei, it's Rico!

- -[BRON] Bron! - -[KONDA] Konda!

[RICO] Come back. Where're you going? Come home.

- -[RICO/KONDA] Hmm. - -[BRON] Huh?

[KONDA] Hmm, maybe she didn't hear us?

[BRON] Yeah, maybe.

[NEWSCASTER] Last night we reported

that famed singer and movie star,

Lynn Minmei, had been taken ill.

But we have since learned that isn't the case at all.

The police are now reporting her as officially missing.

She was last seen stepping out for a walk

sometime early yesterday afternoon.

Official sources believe that this has something to do

- with the disappearance... - [doorbell ringing]

[RICK] Huh? I wonder who that could be?

[NEWSCASTER] ...friend and manager, Lynn Kyle.

As of yet, however, there has been no mention...

[RICK] I'm coming, just a second.

[RICK] Could that be Lisa?

Nah. She's still mad at me.

[RICK] Huh? Minmei?

[MINMEI] Hello, Rick.

[RICK] Hello, Minmei. Uh, I--

[MINMEI] May I come in?

Sure, why not?

[MINMEI] I probably should have called you first.

I'm sorry, Rick. I don't want to impose.

Nah. My friends don't have to call.

Hey, what's wrong?

[sobs]

Why don't we go inside where it's warm? Huh?

[sobbing continues]

Don't worry.

[RICK] It's okay.

Buh-bye. Say hi to Rick for me.

- -[LISA] I will. - -Bye.

[CLAUDIA] I hope things work out for those two.

[RICK] And the news said you were reported by the police

as missing.

Are you feeling a bit warmer now?

[MINMEI] Mm-hmm. Yes, thank you.

[RICK] Hmmm.

[MINMEI] I feel so tired of everything, Rick.

I'm sick of being fussed over all the time.

Now, when I think of my life,

I remember the things that I've lost

instead of being grateful for what I have.

I don't know why I feel so negative.

I don't have anyone I can turn to for support anymore.

Everyone feels bad once in a while.

But you're a great talent,

and that's something most people

would love to have going for them.

It sounds a little more like self-pity,

if you ask me, Minmei.

You should be happy because of your music.

[MINMEI] Well, if that's all I've got...

[RICK] Hmm?

...then I don't want to sing anymore.

[RICK] Minmei, you couldn't stop singing.

Your songs are your life!

My life is a song!

Oh, you can't be serious.

I can't perform anymore, Rick.

I don't get it. Did something happen

between you and Kyle?

No, Rick, that's not it at all.

And I don't care if I ever see him again

as long as I live.

[RICK] But, Minmei, you two were so close.

I just don't understand.

[MINMEI] That was the problem. Hmph.

Huh?

[MINMEI] We spent all of our time together.

The relationship was smothering us.

We both got sick of looking at each other's faces

day in and day out.

It got so bad, I couldn't even talk to him

about what I was feeling.

I have nobody who understands...

But that's Minmei.

[MINMEI] None of my friends in the entertainment industry

really know who I am. It's terrible.

You see, Rick. I know you care.

That's why I came. Please let me stay!

I know it's a lot of trouble, but I won't get in your way.

And I don't know who else to turn to.

Oh, please, Rick, please.

[RICK] Well, I guess it's all right.

If you're sure you really want to...

[LISA] I can't believe this is happening.

[panting]

[MAN] Hmm?

Hey, what's the matter, lady?

Are you feeling all right or what?

[LISA] Nothing, just go away and leave me alone.

Some people!

[sighs]

[PEOPLE laughing]

[MAN] Sure we could.

[WOMAN] Aw, do you really mean it?

[MAN] Mm-hmm.

[CLAUDIA] Hmm.

[CLAUDIA] I know, I'll have a toast in honor of Roy.

And I know just the place he'd like me to do it.

[JOHN] Hmm? Hi, Commander. Your usual?

Thanks, John. Tonight I think I'll have something stronger.

[JOHN] Sure thing.

Something a little stronger coming right up.

I think you've had enough, especially if you're driving.

[LISA singing softly] 7 To be a star 7

Huh?

7 Stage fright... 7

[CLAUDIA thinking] What's she doing here? What--

[LISA] 5 This is my big day 7

[CLAUDIA] Hmm. Lisa...

[LISA] 7 To be a star 7

[NARRATOR] While Lisa tries to drown her sorrows,

Minmei, in the comfort of Rick's home,

tries to feel secure.

Huh?

[MINMEI] Where... Where am 1? This isn't my room.

Oh, yeah! I'm at Rick's.

[MINMEI] Maybe I'm overreacting.

[MINMEI] Rick is right. I was feeling sorry for myself.

[MINMEI] Hmm. Huh?

Aw.

[MINMEI] He looks so uncomfortable

sleeping on the sofa.

I hope he's warm enough.

I'll just fix his blanket for him.

Thank you, Rick. Good night.

[NARRATOR] Early Christmas morning.

A time of great excitement and jubilation

for children and their families everywhere.

But for Captain Hayes, it's just another day.

Lisa can't help thinking about her own personal problems.

And the vision of Minmei at Rick's house

further adds to her turmoil.

[LISA] Oh, why don't I just give up and let her have him?

Captain, if you're not feeling well,

I'll radio headquarters and tell them

I'm driving you home, if you want.

I'll be all right. Just keep driving.

Right.

[LISA] Why did she have to come back, anyway?

Why now?

Shhh. Someone might be listening.

Well, you shouldn't believe everything you hear.

[KIM] Hmph! You'd do the same thing

if you wanted to forget him. Hmm?

[SAMMIE] Hmm. I don't believe it.

Lisa's too nice a person to do something like that.

Of course! She's not as perfect as you.

Oh, very funny, Kim!

[MAN] Gotta admit, this is the life.

Good pay, easy hours. Nothing to do but just--

[yells]

Somebody help!

What is this party I've heard about?

You mean, nobody told you about the Christmas party?

It's for the bridge.

We're planning to celebrate tonight.

Why don't you invite Rick?

I'm sure he'd love to come with you.

Uh, I don't think he'll be able to make it.

Today's supposed to be his day off.

He's at home with a miserable cold.

[SAMMIE over radio] This is ground base security.

Zentraedi forces are attacking the industrial section.

Emergency communique for all sectors!

[LISA over radio] Scramble alert.

Repeat, all Veritechs, this is a scramble alert!

Green Squadron, to the industrial section

of Sector 1, immediately!

[KHYRON] What are you doing, Grel?

You're leading us around in circles.

[GREL] The Protoculture has got to be here somewhere.

Now listen, Grel.

Your incompetence may cost you your life! Now find it!

[SOLDIER] Attention, citizens. Now hear this.

All citizens are to evacuate this area at once.

Repeat, evacuate at once.

The city is under attack from Zentraedi fighters.

- -[PEOPLE shouting] - -[sirens wailing]

[GLOVAL] They're not actually attacking us.

However, they seem to be looking for something.

I don't understand.

Correct, Admiral. If this were an attack,

he would be concentrating exclusively on military targets.

It would be my guess that he is here to obtain

the Protoculture he needs to repair his battle cruiser.

[GLOVAL] Hmm, that is where we will concentrate our defense.

Excellent, Admiral.

Advise all fighters, Captain.

Yes, Admiral.

All Veritech fighters are to proceed at once to Sector 1.

[LISA over radio] The Zentraedi target

is the Protoculture storage warehouse.

Your main objective is to protect at all cost.

Repeat, protect at all cost.

Micronians are better prepared than I had anticipated.

Hmm. Huh?

These Micronians are no match for my power.

Pods ready!

[AZONIA] Now!

Careful, watch your flank!

That's Miriya!

[explosions]

[NEWSCASTER] Special bulletin just in.

The Zentraedi attack force is believed to be concentrated

in the industrial section of Sector 1.

Casualty reports, though not official,

are expected to be heavy.

The counterattack headed by

Command Leader Captain Gloval,

is trying to get the upper hand at this time.

That's part of my sector.

Why wasn't I notified?

Lisa knows where to find me. She was on command watch!

Don't worry, I'll be back soon.

- -Rick? - -[RICK] Huh?

[MINMEI] If something happened to you,

I don't know what I'd do!

Will you please promise me you'll be careful?

[KHYRON] At last!

Ha, the Protoculture storage matrix.

[KHYRON grunts]

Quickly, cover my flank!

Yes, sir.

Get 'em now!

[NEWSCASTER] And now a news update.

The battle raging in the industrial section

continues to escalate

with damage estimated in the millions.

Casualties are far heavier than initially reported,

with some 25 pilots listed as wounded or missing.

Very well.

Prepare to move out as soon as possible.

[GREL] Yes, Commander.

All pods return to base.

[MAX] They're escaping to the southwest, Rick.

They're heading right for you!

All right. Prepare to block their escape route in Sector N.

We can't let them get away with that Protoculture!

[MAX over radio] Miriya, this is Max. Come in.

Do you read me?

[MIRIYA] Roger, Max. I read you loud and clear.

What is it?

[MAX] It's bad down there.

I've got to go back. They need help.

- -[beeping] - -Huh?

The mother ship is landing in the city!

[KHYRON] All Battlepods back to the ship! Hurry!

[KHYRON] Attention, Micronians.

This is Khyron the Destroyer.

I want to wish all the people of Earth a merry Christmas,

and I send you a special greeting from Santa Claus.

May all your foolish holidays be as bright as this one.

Huh?

Listen, we've got to go back there

and put out those fires.

Max, do you read me?

[growling] Roger, Rick.

[NARRATOR] Rick's squadron gives up pursuit of Khyron

in an effort to save what is left of the burning city.

[NARRATOR] Armed with fire-retardant bombs,

they are eventually able to bring the blazing inferno

under control.

[NARRATOR] Well into the night,

the squadron not only fights the fires,

but also tries to reunite families

that are now separated due to the devastating attack.

[NARRATOR] As the smoldering fires begin to die down,

people throughout the city

are no longer thinking about Christmas,

but are grateful just to be alive.

[NEWSCASTER] Six hours have passed

since the first reported attacks on the industrial section

by Khyron's forces.

All fighting has stopped now,

and casualties are flooding

into the emergency rescue centers.

[MINMEI] I hope he's all right.

[church bell tolling]

[PEOPLE singing] 7 Silent night ~

Huh?

F Holy night 7

A All is calm 7

7 All is bright 7

F 'Round yon virgin 7

A Mother and Child... 7#

[sighs]

I talked to Vanessa.

She told me you said I was sick in bed.

That was a lie, Lisa.

I should have been notified

at the very first order to scramble!

You should be more discrete when you have people coming over.

Last night, I came by and your door was open.

I know all about Minmei.

[ALL cheering, exclaiming]

[MINMEI] Please return Rick to me safely.

- -[door opens] - -[gasps]

- -[MINMEI] Rick, is that you? - -[RICK] Mmm-hmm.

[MINMEI] Oh, thank goodness!

[RICK] Hi there!

[whimpers]

[RICK] What's the matter?

- -[MINMEI] I'm sorry. - -Hey, I told ya I'd come back.

[sniffs] I can't help it.

I'll be right back.

I'm going to wash my face. I must look awful.

[RICK] Hmm.

[RICK] What's this?

She made a Christmas dinner and cake too!

Looks great.

[MINMEI] I made it for you.

[RICK] Huh?

[MINMEI] Mmmm, my sweet Rick.

I was so worried.

Aww.

Do you think you could ever give up your commission

with the Defense Force?

Please think about it

because I never want to lose you, Rick.

Never again.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, Rick.

May we have a million more like it.

[NARRATOR] Merry Christmas to all.

And to all, a safe night.

[NARRATOR] In our next thrilling chapter,

Khyron plans his ultimate revenge.

Don't miss "To the Stars," next on Robotech.

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