Original subtitles

This young girl grew up in the sun.

She felt nothing but the pleasure of being in her place in the sun.

This girl, born into a proud, noble family, surrounded by love,

graduated with honors from the lower, middle, and upper-level schools.

The first time a shadow was cast within this too-bright sunny place...

...was when she graduated from the highest academic institution in the land.

Not graduating with honors was only a faint shadow,

but in her land, where much was accorded to rank, it held great meaning.

The post given to those who graduated with honor was space.

She was cast out of her place in the sun.

Officer Aisha Clanclan of the Ctarl-Ctarl Empire.

The pleasure of her lost place in the sun will never return.

IT CAN'T END LIKE THIS!

semenai de kesanai de makenai de

Don't make fun of it, don't destroy it, don't cheapen it...

dare datte motteru hazu yuzurenai mono

...that one special thing that everyone has.

ai dake yume dake kimi dake

My love, my dreams, and you...

sore dake wa hanasanai donna toki demo

I won't let those go, no matter what.

doushi you mo naku ochitsukanai yoru

On those nights where you can't settle down no matter what you do,

nani mo kamo nagedashitaku naru

...you feel like throwing it all away.

tsube kobe iwazu ni sassato DOA o akena

Don't say a word, just open the door.

rikutsu nante koneteru HIMA wa nai

I don't have time to quibble with you.

juuou mujin tobi mawaritai youi shoutou mamori takunai

I wanna fly all over the place, I wanna throw caution to the wind!

nakushita wake ja nai mada hajimatte nai dakara

I haven't lost anything, I haven't even gotten started yet.

semenai de kesanai de makenai de

Don't make fun of it, don't destroy it, don't cheapen it...

dare datte motteru hazu yuzurenai mono

...that one special thing that everyone has.

ai dake yume dake kimi dake

My love, my dreams, and you...

sore dake wa hanasanai donna toki demo

I won't let go of those, no matter what.

nani ga hoshii nani ga shitai doko ni ikitai

What is it that you want? What'cha you wanna do? Where you wanna go?

Grab what you want and rip through the dark as you run through the night!

yami o saite hashiri nukete tsukamitore Through The Night

You there, Swanzo?

Didn't I tell you not to call me here, Mikey?

Sorry, it's an emergency.

You remember those people who were with Hilda a while back?

Oh, those kids, you mean?

They're asking for docking clearance.

They want us to do something about the control room.

What? Horus shouldn't have any trouble getting in.

Where's Hilda?

The ship isn't Horus.

And it doesn't look like Hilda's with them.

Hilda's not with them?

The Beast Girl, Ready to Pounce!

I can't believe it... Hilda's dead?

It happened, whether or not you believe it.

This ship is all that's left.

I see.

So what are you going to do now, son?

I don't know. I don't understand anything that's going on.

Hilda, the pirates, the Galactic Leyline, MacDougall...

I guess I'll start by figuring things out.

I see. Well, be careful.

I was wondering if you could do me a favor.

What?

The Outlaw Star here doesn't have a registration number,

so we can't get into legitimate ports.

The ship isn't outfitted yet. Hell, it hasn't even been painted.

I see your point. So, you have any money?

Sorry, but I don't have anything on me.

We don't work for free around here.

What say I pay you when I make it big?

Make it big?

Is this guy a piece of work, or what?

Deal.

Are you serious, Swanzo?!

I owe Hilda.

Geez...

Excuse me...

What?!

We're short on a lot of other things.

She can fly, but that's about it.

We also need weapons and ammunition.

The registration number and paint job will repay what I owe Hilda.

Anyway, you can't get weapons for a Grappler Ship here.

After that, it's up to you to make it big, son.

All right, I understand. There's just one other thing.

Now what?!

Tell me what you know.

About Hilda and this ship. And the pirates and MacDougall.

Five years ago, Hilda saved me when I was under attack by Ban Pirates.

That's when we first met.

All I know about her before then is rumors.

The same with the Galactic Leyline she was after.

So you two had a cool relationship, huh?

Cool? It was pretty hot as far as I'm concerned.

For "Hot Ice" Hilda, too.

Hot Ice?

Hilda's nickname.

She didn't talk about herself much. No matter how hot it got.

It was the Kei Pirates who were after Hilda. That's all I know.

What about MacDougall?

That guy's a pro at covering his tracks. I don't know anything about him.

Suits me fine. I'm a hunting dog that tracks by scent.

There's one other thing you should know.

A Ctarl-Ctarl woman was poking around,

trying to find out where Horus and Hilda went.

A Ctarl-Ctarl?! She must be from that ship!

That battleship of theirs has already left.

Well, we'd better get to work.

Find something to do in town for a day.

Thanks.

Don't mention it.

By the way, what's your favorite color, Gene?

You have to decide on the hull's coloring.

- This color, I guess. - Got it.

Gilliam, try to behave yourself for a day.

Very well.

Hey, cheer up!

Just leave it alone, Jim.

Come on, Gene, I was just...

She doesn't know anything about herself. Why should she feel sad?

But...

It's all right.

I feel sad, too.

Hilda is the person who saved me.

Sad? So you're saying that you feel sad, huh?

She says she feels that way, so that's enough, Gene!

You're just mad.

Mad?

Maybe.

So, you don't remember anything at all about before Hilda rescued you?

No.

Damn.

Well, if you remember anything, anything at all, tell us.

All right.

By the way, Gene, are you over that space phobia of yours yet?

I'm not sure...

It's still kinda hard to breathe...

I'll never get over it!

Man, it's a wonder you were able to pilot the Outlaw Star here.

It's different with that ship.

How can I put it? It's like I don't feel cooped up there.

That's the Physical Navigation System.

Geez... So you just remember stuff about the ship, huh?

I... I'm not sure why, myself.

Anyway, let's go have something good to eat! I'm starving!

Yeah, you're right. Let's go!

What do you wanna eat, Melfina?

Anything's fine.

Hold it right there, you people.

I've waited and waited, and I'm not waiting any more...

Who are you?

Where's Hilda?

You know Hilda?

I'm asking the questions here.

Answer me. Where's Hilda?

So another pushy little lady makes her entrance, huh?

What's your name?

I'm... Aisha Clanclan!

She's a Ctarl-Ctarl!

So you're the one...

I already know that you work with Hilda.

Tell me where Hilda is!

Look, I'm sorry about that little run-in. We were in a hurry.

Your ship wasn't damaged, right?

There was plenty to me!

Answer me... Where's Hilda?!

She's dead.

What?!

Well, that answers your question. 'Bye!

H-Hold it!

Tell me the coordinates of the Galactic Leyline!

If you worked with Hilda, you should know!

The Galactic Leyline?

So that's what you're after...

Tell me!

Sure.

You listening?

THAT'S WHAT I'D LIKE TO KNOW!

Damn you! Stop joking around!

Honest! We really don't know!

So you're going to play dumb to the bitter end, I see...

Then I'll pull the answer out of you by force.

Hey, cut it out! I don't wanna fight a girl!

- I may not look it, but... - It's not open for discussion!

In that case...

RUN!

Cowards!

Gene!

Damn!

Look out!

This is bad, Gene! That's a Ctarl-Ctarl you're fighting!

Not bad.

A Ctarl-Ctarl, huh? You guys just act like your average assassins!

And you just had to go and pick a fight with me...

What the...?

I'll teach you the true terror of the Ctarl-Ctarl...

What's she doing?

I just remembered! The Ctarl-Ctarl are metamorphs!

Metamorphs?

They turn into some kind of really vicious animal!

Who are you calling an animal?!

Just watch this power inherited from my ancestors!

This is bad, Gene!

This form that can crush a mere human is usually kept in check by reason!

Its power is amplified by the phases of a planet's moon!

Blue Heaven doesn't have a moon.

Come to think of it, it doesn't...

Now! Run!

Hey! Come back here!

Hold it!

Gene!

Come back here!

Jim! Go buy some shells!

Huh? Shells?

Caster shells!

Hold it! Come back here!

Shells? I doubt there are any shells around here...

What am I gonna do?

Looks like we lost her.

Are you all right?

There's a bench over there.

Maybe I'll never get over this...

What's wrong? You've never seen flowers before?

They're artificial.

These flowers were made. Just like me.

Why was I made?

By who? And what for?

I...

Who am I?

I've never seen an android like you before.

Even touching you like this, I can't tell you're not human.

You eat. You feel sad. You worry about your own existence.

Hilda could have given me an answer, but she's gone now.

O-Ow! That hurts!

Please stop that!

You can be surprised. And feel pain. And complain.

I bet you could search the galaxy and never find another one like you.

I'll find you an answer someday.

They're my responsibility now... Hilda's goals, and you.

Me?

Another mystery or two to solve won't change anything.

I'll find it for you. I'll find your past.

But to be honest, we don't have a single clue to go on.

Asking the pirates would be the fastest way, but I'd sooner eat shit...

I feel the same way.

You'd rather eat shit, huh?

No! That is, I...

Yes.

Melfina, it'll be a long road, but will you come with us?

If I won't be too much trouble...

You won't be any trouble!

Anyway, without you, it'll be a royal pain to fly the Outlaw Star.

Sure!

Okay, that settles it!

Jim!

You read me, Jim? Where are you?

Someplace that probably doesn't have any shells.

It looks like we gave her the slip. Let's meet back at that corner.

Okay.

What is it? What's going on, Gene?!

Be a good boy and give yourself up.

Damn, you're persistent!

Shut up!

Stand back, Mel!

What's that skin of yours made of?!

That was just at half power.

I think I'll show you what our full beast strength is like...

I must've burned too many calories...

So, they stranded you here at Blue Heaven for what happened.

I have a title as Resident Officer!

But you don't get a salary, right?

I just don't get any money from the empire.

If I'd have used my own money to track you down,

I would've been broke in no time!

If we're not careful, she'll eat all our food, too.

These are great! Try 'em!

Thanks.

Man, you can really chow down...

That was supposed to feed four people...

Um...

What?

I want seconds!

Suit yourself...

Gimme another! Gimme another!

Anyway, we don't know anything.

We don't have any information that would be any use to you.

These are good!

They sure are, aren't they? I'll have some, too!

I'm stuffed! I couldn't eat another bite!

I offered to buy you dinner because I felt a little guilty.

This makes us even!

What're you doing?

What a sucker! You Terrans are such saps!

A measly tribute like this won't appease a Ctarl-Ctarl!

"Appease"? Now, look here...

A proud Ctarl-Ctarl pays no heed to an enemy's compassion!

I think something's wrong with your Standard...

Silence!

Don't tell me that you don't know anything!

In the name of the Ctarl-Ctarl Empire, I place you under arrest!

If you have a problem with that...

You're gonna turn into an animal again?

Who are you calling an animal?!

Transformed, my strength would be enough to rip you to shreds!

Now I have more than enough energy to use all of my beast strength!

And who can you thank for that?

Don't expect any gratitude.

Do you think that would work on us Ctarl-Ctarl?

Man, these Ctarl-Ctarl are somethin' else...

Use this, Gene.

You found one?

Yeah, a #12. The guy overcharged me like you wouldn't believe, but go ahead.

I'll okay it.

I knew you could do it, partner!

I hope you don't think that a gun will work on an immortal Ctarl-Ctarl...

Really?

Yep, that's an immortal Ctarl-Ctarl for you...

Put everything on her tab, mister.

She says she's the Ctarl-Ctarl resident officer here.

Don't let her weasel out of it!

Awesome!

Nice!

I've also gotten the ship's registration number.

I told it to the ship's computer.

What's with that geezer computer? The damn thing never shuts up!

I know what you mean, but we can't do anything about it.

He's integrated with the ship.

Pardon me, but wasn't that an indirect insult?

Behave yourself, damn it!

Oh, my. This makes we worry about my future prospects...

Up yours!

I appreciate the help, Swanzo. Mikey.

So, what are you going to do now?

For the time being, we'll go back to Sentinel III.

After that, it's up in the air.

The territory of the Kei Pirates, the ones who were after Hilda,

was originally around here, the Tempa Empire.

The area we're in is inside the Ban Pirates' territory.

Those Kei guys probably won't do anything too drastic,

but be careful if you go out past Heifong.

Got it.

What're you gonna do back on Sentinel III?

I'll use some connections to get parts and weapons we're short on.

Gene, not him!

Like we have a choice?

A broker on Sentinel III? You mean him? Fred Luo?

You've heard of him?

I've had some cool deals with his father.

I'll pass on any hot deals with Fred!

Come on, Gene!

Hey, he's not one of the bad guys. What could go wrong, James?

Thanks for the help. We may need it again someday.

If we do, we'll come calling.

Make it big! I've had enough of working of free.

Na, harukuru suna n'n!

Is that Corbonese?

Oops, sorry. "Bon voyage."

Right. Thanks.

Control room, this is Outlaw Star. Will now leave port!

We've received clearance. Guide beacon confirmed.

Will follow beacons to depart Blue Heaven space.

Fred Luo?

Is he really such a bad person?

You don't have anything to worry about, Melfina. You're a girl.

Does he have a problem with men?

It'll be okay! It'll be okay!

Don't worry!

Forget it! No way!

No way! No way! No way!

Let's go! Outlaw Star, launch!

Damn it! How could one of the proud Ctarl-Ctarl...

...be forced to stoop to such menial labor?!

You'll pay for this, Terran! Mark my words!

Hey! Stop goofing off!

Get back to work, you freeloader!

Y-Yes, sir!

I'll remember this!

oto no nai mahiru

One soundless midday,

kaze wa tada akarui

the wind was fresh and clean,

sukoshi nemutasou ni

and the flower petals swayed

hanabira ga yureta

as if they were asleep.

nani ge nai kono omoi

This serene feeling...

nee hito wa donna kotoba de yondeiru no

Tell me what's the name people give it?

shiroi suna no tsuki

Tell me a story

toji kometa hanashi o

that's locked away in the white sand of the moon,

hikari furasu you ni

let me hear it as gently

kikasete ne sotto

as light shining down.

Next Episode

A beautiful assassin named Suzuka comes after my old friend Fred Luo!

I set aside my policy of getting along with pretty ladies...

...and risk myself to protect my precious source of money... er, friend!

But a beautiful woman is a terrible thing to waste!

Next time on Outlaw Star! "The Beautiful Assassin"!

You better get ready!

The Beautiful Assassin