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Currently, the Yamato is entering the Southern Cross floating dock,

near the Uraga Channel, for repairs.

Maintenance and resupply will commence shortly.

If I were a US commander,

I'd sink it, and the Southern Cross.

That's why Tatsunami is providing escort.

Japan has decided to protect Yamato.

So, this is the Yamato.

We'll start work as soon as the dock finishes draining.

Don't waste a single second.

Is this man Kaieda trustworthy?

What?

His words are admirable.

His navigation skills are extraordinary.

But is he a man we can entrust Japan to?

We must protect our own country.

That's my duty as an SDF officer.

Depending on the situation, I'll open fire.

Two hundred and fifty years ago,

a multi-ethnic nation gained independence

from British colonial rule, after shedding much blood.

It eventually became a military power

and tried to wield its military might

as the world's police, for the sake of global peace.

That attempt, however, failed.

It couldn't stop the conflicts around the world,

and under the pretext of nuclear deterrence,

there are now over 10,000 nuclear warheads on Earth.

Do you intend to change this situation?

For that, our country and Japan must first establish an alliance.

I'd like to hear the details of this alliance.

The creation of a global-scale supranational military.

Is the concept of a supranational military about using force

to dominate and subdue the world?

It's about rejecting hypocritical aggression by superpowers

and seeking enduring peace for Japan and all humanity.

Is one nuclear submarine enough for that?

You should already know of our vessel's capabilities.

As demonstrated,

no future attack will sink the Yamato.

The submarine's capabilities aside, you'll need supplies.

That's the only requirement we ask of Japan.

Including replenishing nuclear fuel and torpedoes?

Absolutely.

We ask for the support to fully exert the Yamato's military capabilities.

And what will your country provide to Japan?

Nothing.

Nothing?

A friendship treaty between our nations

will serve as a testament to Japan's desire for a world without war.

Clever.

He knows his politics.

The world is brimming with sorrow.

Helplessness and despair continue to eat away at us.

Someone must put an end to it.

Mr. Kaieda.

We'd like to have a little time for an internal discussion.

Would that be okay?

I don't like closed-door diplomacy.

I'd prefer it to be done here.

Okay.

Thank you.

This alliance is like swapping partners, from America to Yamato.

It's not a wise move.

From a defense standpoint, a global military is worth considering.

But with just one nuclear submarine...

We could apprehend Kaieda here.

The Sea Bat is docked at the Southern Cross.

It feels cowardly, but with the TOC convention

we could declare him a terrorist, which would help us save face.

What are your thoughts?

I stand by your decision.

Prime Minister, an alliance

requires risking your life.

Thank you for your patience.

We have made our decision.

Japan wishes

to form a friendship treaty with the Independent Nation

of Yamato.

Aren't you cold?

I'll never forget how I failed to save Irie.

I keep thinking about what I could have done.

I can't move on otherwise.

No...

I shouldn't move on.

I'm filled with anger when I look at Kaieda.

He acts like he's forgotten everything.

He hasn't forgotten.

He couldn't have.

It's cold.

Historically,

numerous friendship treaties have been unilaterally abandoned.

The crucial aspect of a treaty lies not in the signing,

but in upholding its content once ratified.

Certainly.

I want the international press here

to be the witnesses of our alliance.

There's something I want to clarify.

Leader Kaieda...

Japan intends

to maintain its friendship with the United States.

That's fine.

When Yamato undertakes military action,

we would like to request that you first convene with us,

and cooperate with the SDF as needed.

Agreed.

Our nation's military actions are strictly defensive.

We will not engage in combat unless we are attacked.

In such a situation,

considering the size of the fleet involved,

we would retain command.

This is the sole condition that Japan requests

for the treaty negotiation.

Prime Minister,

that would look like Japan exploiting their military power.

Very well.

Prime Minister.

I'd like to take this opportunity to make an announcement.

Firstly,

we request an urgent session of the UN General Assembly

to deliberate on the events involving Yamato.

Additionally,

until deliberations finish, the command of the SDF

will be entrusted to the United Nations.

Both the SDF and our ally Yamato

will come under the command of the UN

and await the world's judgment.

Any objections?

I support Prime Minister Takegami's decision.

Prime Minister.

When did you come up with such a plan?

It just came to me suddenly, thanks to you.

Now, Yamato is in the hands of the United Nations.

Does this mean we won't engage in combat?

As long as the US doesn't attack.

Leader Kaieda.

US President Bennett is on the hotline.

He wishes to talk with you.

Certainly. Connect me, please.

We will not comply with disarmament.

Yamato's only reason for being is as an armed force outside of the state,

not to harbor territorial ambitions.

For a supranational military,

it is crucial to separate politics from the military.

Ideals may sound superficial at first,

but history becomes their witness.

Do you mean aggressors hiding behind a façade of democracy?

A truly international society isn't one in which only nuclear states wield power.

Humans have wielded weapons since before nations existed.

They used these weapons to secure safety and freedom,

but at the same time,

they also brought domination and inequality.

Does the US intend to abandon its nuclear weapons,

like it asks our nation to do?

President Bennett.

Japan requests

an emergency session of the UN General Assembly.

to discuss the issue of world peace

with the world's nations.

I will attend as well.

I wish to discuss peace with you at the UN General Assembly.

Prime Minister Takegami.

Your decision will leave a mark on human history.

I do not wish for that.

All I seek is...

peace.

One month of fresh food,

six months of non-perishables.

Fifty cases of soft drinks.

Four hundred servings of emergency food.

MK 48...

Fifty conventional torpedoes.

Orders from above.

Transfer complete.

Understood. Proceed to the next task.

DANGER

Thank you.

But, please refrain from entering the launch bay.

We'll move them ourselves.

Southern Cross was built to take care of Yamato.

That's our only job.

All right, lower it!

Begin unloading.

How long will the hull scan take?

About an hour.

Do it in 30 minutes.

You can skip the final check.

Understood.

-You heard him. -Yes, sir.

Begin loading supplies after scanning.

Secure loading path.

Understood! Prepare loading!

As an island nation,

maybe Japan can only change with external pressure from overseas.

Don't sink before getting to New York.

No need to worry.

-Let me through, I'm a journalist. -Step back!

Leader Kaieda. I have a question.

I want to know the truth!

-Stay back! -Stay back.

-I'm a journalist. Please. -Stay back!

Let her through.

I'll answer one question.

And I'll answer with a simple "yes" or "no."

Does Yamato...

possess nuclear weapons?

Yamato is now...

"Sea Bat" is fine.

Sea Bat is now in Tokyo Bay, getting supplies from Southern Cross.

Once it finishes, she'll head for New York,

but the US 7th Fleet is deployed at the Uraga Channel, blocking her route.

Escort Flotilla Two, led by Commander Numata's Ashigara

is guarding Southern Cross,

but they've likely been instructed to avoid combat.

Nuclear subs have probably entered the Uraga Channel already.

It'll be up to us.

Captain,

our mission is to buy time until the Sea Bat departs, correct?

Those are the orders from above, but we must avoid combat in Tokyo Bay.

Roger.

-Komura, today's data. -Aye, sir.

-Hello, sir. -Hello, sir.

Hello, sir.

Set sail.

-Aye, sir. -Aye, sir.

All stations, prepare to set sail.

The helicopter with Kaieda on board

is arriving at Southern Cross.

It's starting.

Commander.

Are we just on standby?

Yeah.

We can't even be a wall this time.

The 7th Fleet is raising...

-Gear up. -Yes, sir. Gear up.

Gear up.

Here, sir.

Thanks.

Nam, anything?

One to starboard, range 4,000. Nothing else.

Considering Southern Cross' size,

she won't sink unless the engine and electric control at the stern are hit.

Does that mean the US will target the stern?

Ahead slow, hard rudder.

Close in to 15 meters off the Southern Cross' stern.

Ahead slow, hard rudder.

Aye, sir.

Torpedoes incoming.

Bearing 182, four torpedoes.

Full ahead. Hard to starboard.

They'll hit us head-on.

-We'll let them bounce off the hull. -And if they have magnetic triggers?

Their target is the Southern Cross.

They'll use delayed-fuse charges for large ships.

Range 3,000.

Range 1,000!

All hands, brace for impact.

One missed.

It'll hit Southern Cross.

Hard to starboard, get more distance.

Hard to starboard!

What happened?

Fire in the mess hall!

Conn room, fire in the mess hall. Sparks from the ceiling.

Fire in the mess hall! It's a Class C fire!

Commence emergency operation. Seal the flooded area!

Control flooding. Remove flammables.

That's a delayed-fuse torpedo.

The propulsion and electrical systems should be fine.

How's the repair going?

Damage found in the hull. Tile repair is behind schedule.

This ship is multi-layered, but how many hits can it endure?

Three or four at the most.

This is Kaieda. All hands,

the US has initiated an attack.

Stay calm and carry out your duties.

Don't forget your pride as a submariner.

All hands, take up positions!

I leave the rest to you.

Where are you going?

There's a man I need to talk to.

Fire on the starboard side!

Evacuate!

-Understood. -Understood.

Gas expulsion complete.

-Roger. -Nam!

-Another wave is coming. Don't miss it. -Of course.

Captain, underwater call from Sea Bat.

-Turn up the speaker volume. -Aye, sir.

Captain Fukamachi.

I appreciate your escorting our ship.

I was just following orders.

Your ship is stuck in the port.

Don't stay stuck.

Swim out into the vast ocean.

Where are you headed?

Freedom.

Even if we encounter storms, I choose the freedom of the sea.

Freedom to wage war?

Freedom from war.

You're fueling conflict by declaring independence!

"Yamato" literally means "great peace."

Our ship will attain true freedom.

Mr. Kaieda.

You're right.

You've always been right.

But some people get addicted to righteousness.

Fukamachi.

I'm a human, too.

Captain.

Another torpedo sound

at range 4,000.

It's from the same one.

Engine room leak repairs complete.

Leak repairs complete.

Shall we block again?

No, this will have magnetic triggers.

Fukamachi.

There's debris a kilometer ahead.

The wreckage of a sunken ship...

If we use it to stir up the seabed...

The magnetic sensors will go haywire.

-Launch torpedoes one and two! -Launch torpedoes one and two!

Torpedoes one and two, ready to fire.

Torpedoes one and two, ready to fire.

I'm the CO of the Tatsunami.

I won't board your ship.

-Mark 205. -Set.

Fire!

All torpedoes down.

There's more coming.

There's another one hiding.

Torpedo sound detected. Range 3,800.

Four torpedoes.

Target is Southern Cross.

Delayed fuses.

Move around and defend again.

-Full rudder! -Full rudder!

Full rudder!

Torpedo, range 1,000, collision course!

Range 200.

All tasks complete.

We'll leave right away.

Understood.

Begin flooding the dock in 10 minutes.

Those who can,

evacuate by helicopter on the upper deck now.

Someone, report!

Southern Cross, flooding from the starboard stern.

The sub is unstable.

US submarine showing movement to Teruzuki.

Ahead slow to act as a breakwater.

Southern Cross is trapped.

They're firing from both sides.

What's her evacuation status?

Unclear. Not yet, I believe.

Captain. Cavitation detection at 185. Intensity 3.

There's more.

This is endless.

Captain.

They're confident we won't initiate an attack.

Tatsunami isn't serving as a deterrent.

This is Tokyo Bay.

Let's pull back deeper into Tokyo Bay.

At this rate, we'll pull Yamato down with us.

I know the pain of losing a ship.

Yamanaka.

Prepare to set sail.

Yes, sir.

No way...

Are you trying to escape while Southern Cross sinks?

Reckless.

The water here isn't even 50 meters deep.

Don't say I didn't warn you.

They're coming!

Four torpedoes to each side of Southern Cross.

Starboard torpedoes, range 3,000.

Portside torpedoes, range 2,500.

Prepare weapons for defensive measures.

Are we going to fire?

Launch torpedoes three and five!