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The Gundam managed to defeat Challia Bull's Braw Bro.

However, it is no longer able to keep up with Amuro's instincts.

Amuro's reflexes and combat abilities have continued to improve,

making it evident that the Gundam is no longer good enough for him.

Modifications to the Gundam's power system are already underway,

but they are no solution to the problem at hand.

Lalah and the Elmeth

Lalah and the Elmeth!

I don't get it!

If Amuro's becoming stronger, the Gundam should get stronger too!

No, stupid!

The Gundam can't fight if it can't keep up with Amuro!

So that's why everyone's so worried.

You kids should go help out with dinner.

Did you get in touch with them?

They want us to go to Solomon's technical headquarters.

Do the Federation Forces have a solution in mind?

I doubt the Federation planned that far ahead.

Tell me, Mirai, because I haven't noticed it myself.

Have Amuro's combat abilities really improved that much?

It seems obvious from his battles.

No, not that.

That's not what I'm talking about.

His reflexes make it seem like he can predict the future.

You think so?

Fraw Bow, haven't you noticed it as well?

Yes, I have.

Something's different about Amuro.

Having said that, I still don't believe what Matilda said

about Amuro having psychic powers.

Humans can't change themselves so conveniently.

Of course not.

Right, Fraw Bow?

That's right.

Mirai, we're entering Solomon.

Yes, sir.

All White Base mechanics, step away from the Gundam!

We'll take over from here!

Hurry with the magnetic coating!

What's going on?

Who are you?

I'm Amuro Ray, the Gundam's pilot.

I'm here only because I read your report.

Don't blame me if this doesn't work.

We haven't had an opportunity to test it yet.

What are you planning to do?

I'm applying a theory I came up with

to improve the Gundam's response time!

Is that even possible?

They're not making any guarantees.

Mr. Bright!

His name is Dr. Mosk Han.

He's a top electromagnetic engineer.

It's called magnetic coating.

By applying it to the Gundam's drive system,

the coating will allow it to move faster.

It's sort of like putting oil on the joints.

Do you think it'll work?

I'm not even sure I understand it.

You'll have to ask the doctor.

The concept seems sound.

I have to go to a strategy briefing.

We'll be taking off shortly.

All right?

Yes, sir.

I'm sure it'll be fine.

Yeah...

This sucks.

You said it.

Hurry up!

The operation has already started!

Challia Bull has been killed?

Yes, ma'am.

We assume it was due to his lack of experience.

However, according to Captain Char's report,

the Gundam seems to have been adapted to suit a Newtype.

Char and his constant speculating.

Ma'am?

Nothing.

Anyhow, what of Admiral Gihren's strategies?

A Baoa Qu and the Granada fleet will form the front line, ma'am.

We'll also set up the Solar System at the homeland.

The Solar System?

Gihren actually pulled it off.

The line linking the space fortress A Baoa Qu and the Granada base on the far side of the moon

is considered to be Zeon's final line of defense.

This is Mahal, Zeon's third closed-cylinder colony.

All right, Ship 123 is full!

All clear for take off!

Bastard!

How can you call yourself a Zeon citizen?!

I've been separated from my granddaughter.

I'm just looking for her.

She must be on one of the ships!

But how will I know where she's headed?

She'll end up somewhere within Zeon.

You'll find her.

Next group, move it!

Now, get up!

It's your group's turn!

The mandatory evacuation of Mahal's one and a half million residents

began four days ago.

It was obvious to all that the homeland was preparing for a climactic battle.

Solar panels used at other colonies

were being gathered outside Mahal one by one.

The people could do little more than watch as preparations were carried out.

Listen, Gihren.

Trying to evacuate over a million citizens with such short notice

does little more than demonstrate your incompetence as a military leader.

You dare say that to my face?

Gihren, I built the Principality from the ground up.

I cannot support your proposal for military rule.

Look at this!

I have had enough of your strategies!

The Moon and A Baoa Qu

are the final line of defense for the Zeon homeland.

Against them, the Federation Forces can take three routes.

If they break through here,

Zeon will be completely helpless.

Before that happens, we'll fire the Solar System

and wipe out the approaching Federation fleet.

By modifying an existing colony for the system, we can protect Zeon while saving time and expenses.

And what happens after we win, Gihren?

I'd be honored if you'd sign off on this.

But you've already started.

Without you, Sovereign Degwin, there is no Principality of Zeon.

Just what are you planning?

We will finally solve the overpopulation problem.

To maintain balance, only the truly worthy should be allowed to live.

It's the only way humanity can hope to obtain everlasting peace.

And it can only be maintained by controlling people through the Zabi family dictatorship.

Are you familiar with Adolf Hitler?

Hitler?

Lived in the Middle Ages, didn't he?

Right.

He was a dictator.

A man who couldn't see where the world was headed.

You're following in his footsteps.

Me?

I established the Principality as a means to quickly unite the Zeon people,

as well as make Zeon's ideal a reality.

However...

You're saying Hitler's follower has now managed to lead the nation to a dictatorship?

Together with Kycilia!

Correct.

Just as with the Federation, absolute democracy only promotes weakness.

In turn, people will only end up destroying each other.

Such as they have done in this war.

I'll show you we can win.

See how the man who follows in Hitler's footsteps can fight.

I'll command from A Baoa Qu.

But in the end, Hitler was defeated.

I have them!

The enemy is comprised of one Magellan-class and three Salamis-class ships.

It's a small-scale battle unit!

All mobile suits, prepare for launch!

Captain Char, shall we launch the Elmeth as well?

Yes, of course.

Don't give Lalah special treatment.

Lalah, are you afraid?

No, sir.

This will be your first actual battle.

Stay behind the two Rick Doms and provide backup.

Yes, sir.

I'll be heading out soon.

I'll do my best, Captain.

Where are the reinforcements from Granada?

The Gwaran will be here in five or six minutes.

It looks like Lady Kycilia is finally getting her hands dirty.

J missile! Aim it at the enemy Magellan-class vessel!

Minus point two.

Adjusting by two, Captain!

Good! Right point three two!

Left point one!

Fire!

Prepare to fire second J missile!

Take aim!

Fire!

Well done!

I'm heading out in the Gelgoog.

Mulligan.

I'm leaving you in charge.

You still owe me a favor.

Here's your chance to prove yourself.

Yes, sir.

I need you to give me at least thirty seconds of cover fire after I launch.

Yes, sir.

All right! Steady cover fire for thirty seconds!

Be careful not to hit our own mobile suits!

That's good, Mulligan.

Move it, Gelgoog.

Attack the portside Salamis!

I did it, Captain!

I got 'em!

Were those the Elmeth's bits?

She fights like a veteran pilot!

How is that possible when this is her first battle?!

All right, let me get another!

The Doms aren't backing me up?

The Doms are holding up the rear!

Why are they moving behind me?

It's my first battle and they're sending me to the front!

Will I have to go it alone?

Without backup, I can't concentrate!

Only one more to go!

There it is again!

That "la, la" sound!

I can't locate where it's coming from!

I can't hit it!

What's going on?

Buttsham, you're supposed to be in front!

Don't be a fool.

With the Elmeth on our side, there's no need for us to fight out front!

I see.

I'll try my best.

Lalah, take it easy!

Fire!

So I shouldn't rely on my own shooting skills?

Captain.

Lalah, I'll cover you.

Captain.

Now that you're here...

Hey!

Again!

Next!

Well done, Lalah!

Captain!

Thank you for covering for me.

Meanwhile, in Solomon, which is now the Earth Federation Forces' frontline base,

orders are given for the next mission.

This marks the beginning of Operation Star One,

the plan to invade the Zeon homeland.

Each fleet will take a predetermined course

and attack its respective target, or "star."

The White Base was expected to lead the advance of the 13th Autonomous Corps,

but its departure has been delayed.

I have confidence in my theory.

I believe I've successfully eliminated all mechanical friction.

So you're saying there should be no limit to how fast it can move?

In theory, yes.

However, the Gundam's actual power is another matter.

I see.

You're a lifesaver, Doctor.

If you survive, you can thank me then.

If it's at all possible,

I'd like you to send me the data on your next battle.

Sometimes, it's best to not know people's true intentions.

Indeed, Amuro Ray.

I trust in your instincts as the Gundam's pilot.

Thank you very much.

Just come back alive.

Yes, sir.

So I can bring your data, right?

Yes, precisely!

Accelerate to full speed once we leave port!

We'll follow the fleets ahead of us!

Roger!

The Elmeth may very well be more powerful than your Gelgoog, sir.

I'm surprised to hear that from a veteran like you.

We've witnessed the abilities of a Newtype for the first time.

If she possesses that much power,

then Ensign Lalah should have no problem wiping out an entire squadron.

When we became aware of this,

it seemed ridiculous to be risking our lives out there.

With a pilot as great as Ensign Lalah,

there's no need for common pilots like us.

Perhaps you're simply jealous of Lalah?

Not at all, sir!

Well, maybe just a little.

But above all, we're truly amazed by a Newtype's strength.

We're prepared to face a court-martial.

But all I ask is that

we be allowed to back up the Elmeth from the rear.

Can you handle that, Ensign?

I understand the Lieutenant's feelings.

Then it's settled.

All right, Lieutenant?

Yes, Captain!

We'll reach the 13th Autonomous Corps in fifteen minutes!

All right.

Attention all hands.

Eat now while you still have time.

For a long while, you won't have anything to eat but combat rations.

You call this stuff "combat rations?"

I see.

This is incredible!

But...

Amuro, are you ready?

Yes, sir!

How is it?

It's much better, but the fast movements put an enormous strain on the parts.

It's difficult to find a feasible balance.

You'll be okay.

You must have confidence in your abilities, Amuro.

You think so?

Of course!

You're a Newtype, after all.

To be honest, I'm more of the old-fashioned type.

Sounds about right.

You're pretty sentimental and conservative, Amuro.

When you put it that way, I'm not particularly flattered.

Captain Char Aznable and Ensign Lalah Sune, reporting!

The main forces of the carrier Dolos have already been deployed along the Granada-A Baoa Qu line.

Captain, I want you to take command of my assault forces.

Yes, ma'am!

That outfit is detestable.

Ma'am?

Give the Supply Corps her uniform size.

The people in the Supply Corps

keep telling me that wars aren't won with one's uniform.

Tell them it's under my orders.

Those clothes are an eyesore.

Well, how was her performance?

She destroyed two Salamis ships in her first sortie.

Lalah and the Elmeth are an incredibly powerful combination, Admiral.

Two ships?

That's very impressive.

Yes, ma'am.

The time has come for us to assemble a Newtype combat force.

I look forward to seeing the Elmeth in action.

Dr. Mosk really outdid himself.

No, it's mostly Amuro.

The fact that he's managed to come so far has me thinking Newtypes might really exist.

Newtypes?

Newtypes?

Mr. Bright, it's Amuro!

A ship-to-ship battle?

That's our rendezvous point!

Our main fleet must have come across the enemy!

Who's the enemy?

We're unable to confirm.

Prepare for ship-to-ship combat!

The Gundam and all other units are to launch immediately!

The enemy force is enormous!

Our allies are losing.

It's calling me!

It's calling me.

What is it?

Should I give it a try?

There's Char...

and one other person.

Who is it?

I've got you, Char!

Captain!

What?

It's getting in my way!

Retreat, Captain! It's dangerous!

Out of my way!

The Gundam!

It seems completely different from how it was yesterday!

Captain, move aside!

You're in my way!

That Gundam!

He's hurting the Captain!

Char!

Captain!

Captain, please escape!

I'm okay.

The Gelgoog won't explode, even with this much damage.

But...

I'm going to cling on to the Elmeth.

Continue the attack.

I'm trying, but...

But what?

My head feels heavy, like it's being pressed hard against something.

What?

You're a bad person!

What?

You're evil, trying to hurt Char!

Evil? Look who's talking!

The White Base rendezvoused with the 13th Autonomous Corps ahead of them.

However, by this time the fleet has already lost three Salamis-class ships.

Of those three, the Elmeth shot down two.

In total, Lalah has destroyed four ships in one day.

This is an unprecedented accomplishment.

However, if Lalah's headaches have something to do with the Gundam pilot,

it might complicate matters from here on out.

The battlefield now shifts toward the far side of the moon.

The fierce battle between the Gundam and the Elmeth

allows Amuro and Lalah to see a vision of the future that they should strive toward.

But the battlefield engulfs them and spreads to enormous proportions.

This is the end for Lalah.

Mobile Suit Gundam.

Next time, "Cosmic Radiance."

Next Time

Cosmic Radiance

Can you survive?