1 00:00:06,220 --> 00:00:08,100 The hell you think you're doing? 2 00:00:08,640 --> 00:00:11,600 First, you stick this weird contraption on me while I'm unconscious, 3 00:00:11,770 --> 00:00:13,890 then you keep me locked up in here like some animal! 4 00:00:14,100 --> 00:00:16,480 How'm I supposed to feel? 5 00:00:16,850 --> 00:00:19,610 Your feelings in this matter are irrelevant. 6 00:00:19,940 --> 00:00:21,780 We will be making the decisions. 7 00:00:21,820 --> 00:00:23,610 You will comply. 8 00:00:23,990 --> 00:00:26,490 Welcome to organizational protocol 101. 9 00:00:26,740 --> 00:00:27,740 So you're aware, 10 00:00:27,780 --> 00:00:30,990 that Spectral Energy Damper is for your benefit as well. 11 00:00:31,700 --> 00:00:34,540 Rago disappearing and depositing the entirety of his powers 12 00:00:34,580 --> 00:00:37,420 inside a human host weren't outcomes we'd accounted for. 13 00:00:37,750 --> 00:00:40,710 We need to carry out a litany of tests before 14 00:00:40,750 --> 00:00:42,920 we can make any decision on what to do with you next. 15 00:00:43,630 --> 00:00:45,260 This's going nowhere. 16 00:00:45,760 --> 00:00:47,010 Get Shiba in here. 17 00:00:47,260 --> 00:00:50,180 Shiba is under investigation. 18 00:00:50,260 --> 00:00:52,350 He won't be visiting this facility any time soon. 19 00:00:53,560 --> 00:00:54,600 Fine then! 20 00:00:54,680 --> 00:00:56,940 If he can't come to me, I'll go to him. 21 00:00:57,230 --> 00:00:58,940 I don't think you understand. 22 00:00:59,270 --> 00:01:01,190 Now sit your ass back down and shut up, punk! 23 00:01:03,070 --> 00:01:05,320 I'd rather be some punk than a lame-ass adult like you! 24 00:01:05,860 --> 00:01:07,700 For my own benefit as well, eh? 25 00:01:07,900 --> 00:01:10,320 More like for your own convenience! 26 00:01:10,570 --> 00:01:13,200 You guys don't give a shit about anyone but yourselves! 27 00:01:13,870 --> 00:01:16,870 Which is why I'm gonna do what I want for once! 28 00:01:19,080 --> 00:01:21,380 And news flash, I take care of my own problems! 29 00:01:22,040 --> 00:01:23,710 Amagi's goin' down... 30 00:01:23,750 --> 00:01:25,960 And it's me who's gonna make it happen! 31 00:02:57,140 --> 00:02:58,510 Shiba. 32 00:02:58,890 --> 00:03:03,270 Your abysmal performance as supervisor aside... 33 00:03:04,020 --> 00:03:08,270 ...the more pressing issue now is what to do about Jiro Azuma. 34 00:03:08,480 --> 00:03:10,280 If we hope to stave off further threats, 35 00:03:10,400 --> 00:03:12,700 I see no other option than immediate elimination. 36 00:03:12,780 --> 00:03:16,820 Yes, but his physical death would not eradicate Rago's powers. 37 00:03:16,950 --> 00:03:18,280 It is much too risky. 38 00:03:18,580 --> 00:03:20,620 Then quarantine the boy we must. 39 00:03:20,700 --> 00:03:22,790 Which facility, and which staff? 40 00:03:22,870 --> 00:03:23,920 The Japan Defense Agency 41 00:03:23,960 --> 00:03:25,380 -Christ... -could assist. 42 00:03:25,420 --> 00:03:27,630 -Geriatrics with power... -The increase in personnel 43 00:03:27,670 --> 00:03:28,800 would mean nothing with... 44 00:03:29,130 --> 00:03:32,300 Shiba, your rebuttal? 45 00:03:32,760 --> 00:03:35,720 I do think isolated protection is appropriate. 46 00:03:36,470 --> 00:03:37,300 But... 47 00:03:37,680 --> 00:03:40,930 Something tells me our little bad boy... 48 00:03:40,970 --> 00:03:43,310 ...will put up one helluva fight. 49 00:03:46,190 --> 00:03:47,060 So... 50 00:03:47,400 --> 00:03:49,400 Feeling better after that tantrum, are we? 51 00:03:49,480 --> 00:03:51,070 Now cut the crap and give up. 52 00:03:51,360 --> 00:03:54,570 You must have some idea that I'm holding back, no? 53 00:03:55,150 --> 00:03:56,740 Super strength is one thing, 54 00:03:56,820 --> 00:03:59,530 but if you got no clue how to use it, it don't mean a damn thing. 55 00:03:59,660 --> 00:04:03,450 Now be a good boy and listen to the adults in the room. 56 00:04:04,290 --> 00:04:06,460 -Shut up! -Defiant little shit. 57 00:04:06,540 --> 00:04:08,210 The rebellious teen bit's gotta go... 58 00:04:08,630 --> 00:04:10,710 Someone needs a nice nap! 59 00:04:11,550 --> 00:04:12,670 You know... 60 00:04:13,380 --> 00:04:16,720 You're kinda like a bare blade. 61 00:04:17,390 --> 00:04:21,100 Before you had Rago, your hilt, your scabbard. 62 00:04:21,140 --> 00:04:23,730 He actually gave you some control over that power. 63 00:04:24,020 --> 00:04:27,100 Now you're just a rogue blade, 64 00:04:27,190 --> 00:04:31,320 a danger even to yourself. 65 00:04:32,230 --> 00:04:35,740 To be honest, I don't hate your grit. 66 00:04:36,070 --> 00:04:37,410 But... 67 00:04:37,570 --> 00:04:40,120 In this state, you're basically useless. 68 00:04:40,620 --> 00:04:42,700 So let the grown-ups clean things up. 69 00:04:42,740 --> 00:04:44,120 Now be patient and wait here. 70 00:04:46,540 --> 00:04:48,370 You sure that was for the best? 71 00:04:48,460 --> 00:04:50,380 Leaving Inui in there all alone? 72 00:04:50,630 --> 00:04:52,750 Inui is simply buying us some time. 73 00:04:53,090 --> 00:04:53,920 For? 74 00:04:54,380 --> 00:04:57,630 For the arrival of the one person who can knock some sense into the boy. 75 00:04:58,010 --> 00:05:02,140 Yes, suffice to say, he has a general understanding of the situation, ma'am. 76 00:05:02,430 --> 00:05:05,640 Yes, you can expect us in approximately fifteen minutes. 77 00:05:05,810 --> 00:05:10,230 As instructed, he's outfitted in the appropriate gear. 78 00:05:10,610 --> 00:05:12,150 Has the situation...? 79 00:05:12,400 --> 00:05:13,230 Yes... 80 00:05:13,570 --> 00:05:15,900 But there's no telling if it will go from bad to worse. 81 00:05:18,780 --> 00:05:19,660 Jeez! 82 00:05:20,530 --> 00:05:21,450 Inu! 83 00:05:21,530 --> 00:05:23,120 Is everything all right, Madame? 84 00:05:23,660 --> 00:05:24,790 Well, I'll be... 85 00:05:25,240 --> 00:05:27,290 The shit really did just hit the fan. 86 00:05:30,540 --> 00:05:33,420 I'm afraid there has been a turn of events. 87 00:05:33,500 --> 00:05:35,510 Tsk, that damn fool... 88 00:05:35,630 --> 00:05:39,050 Our destination is just beyond this mountain. 89 00:05:39,130 --> 00:05:43,050 We can leave the car here and take a more direct route. 90 00:05:44,310 --> 00:05:46,220 What the hell do you think you're doing, Inu? 91 00:05:46,350 --> 00:05:47,180 Huh?! 92 00:05:47,270 --> 00:05:50,310 I was trying to get him to comply like I was ordered! 93 00:05:50,730 --> 00:05:54,320 He's reached his limit, physically and psychologically. 94 00:05:55,940 --> 00:05:58,440 Tsk... So you've finally flipped your lid. 95 00:05:58,860 --> 00:06:00,320 Don't take this personally... 96 00:06:00,740 --> 00:06:02,320 But holding back now is— 97 00:06:03,570 --> 00:06:04,580 Huh?! 98 00:06:04,910 --> 00:06:05,830 Inu!! 99 00:06:06,660 --> 00:06:08,200 You dirty little... 100 00:06:08,370 --> 00:06:10,870 You ruined my only suit! 101 00:06:11,620 --> 00:06:13,670 Brace yourself boy! 102 00:06:20,170 --> 00:06:21,300 Shit! 103 00:06:21,430 --> 00:06:23,800 I don't think I'm even bruising him! 104 00:06:24,220 --> 00:06:27,350 This suit's designed to take a bazooka blast... 105 00:06:27,720 --> 00:06:30,810 If I don't get my act together, I'm seriously screwed! 106 00:06:37,230 --> 00:06:38,570 Hey, hey... 107 00:06:38,820 --> 00:06:41,110 You gotta be shitting me! 108 00:06:58,050 --> 00:07:00,470 My deepest appreciation for your patience. 109 00:07:00,550 --> 00:07:04,970 Banjuro Tokieda, at your service. 110 00:07:05,760 --> 00:07:06,970 Dammit... 111 00:07:07,680 --> 00:07:10,220 Making trouble as usual I see. 112 00:07:10,850 --> 00:07:12,890 You're full of piss and vinegar today. 113 00:07:12,980 --> 00:07:15,230 Something's clearly gotten into you. 114 00:07:16,060 --> 00:07:16,980 Am I right? 115 00:07:17,440 --> 00:07:18,980 Jiro? 116 00:07:21,400 --> 00:07:22,740 You disappoint me. 117 00:07:23,700 --> 00:07:27,370 So you don't even recognize me! 118 00:07:29,580 --> 00:07:31,580 It's time you open your eyes! 119 00:07:31,790 --> 00:07:34,620 Wake up, damn you! 120 00:07:44,470 --> 00:07:47,010 I take full responsibility. 121 00:07:47,390 --> 00:07:49,010 My sincerest apologies... 122 00:07:49,140 --> 00:07:50,720 Professor Azuma. 123 00:07:50,970 --> 00:07:53,730 Just who is that old guy? 124 00:07:54,020 --> 00:07:56,310 Huh? How are you still breathing? 125 00:07:56,480 --> 00:07:58,650 What can I say, I'm built tough. 126 00:07:58,730 --> 00:08:01,230 Hey, do you hafta be so mean? 127 00:08:02,280 --> 00:08:04,240 That guy is Toshimasa Azuma. 128 00:08:04,400 --> 00:08:06,950 Jiro Azuma's grandfather and agent emeritus. 129 00:08:07,320 --> 00:08:10,870 Supposedly, he was also Kusumi's instructor. 130 00:08:10,990 --> 00:08:13,960 Seriously?! That makes him our boss's boss! 131 00:08:14,080 --> 00:08:16,580 I'm gonna go over real quick to just say hi— 132 00:08:16,790 --> 00:08:18,170 Get a clue, dipshit! 133 00:08:18,250 --> 00:08:20,040 Thank you, ma'am, I'll have another! 134 00:08:20,340 --> 00:08:23,010 So, what's the plan for Jiro now? 135 00:08:23,760 --> 00:08:25,010 Confinement? 136 00:08:25,420 --> 00:08:26,510 Or perhaps... 137 00:08:26,760 --> 00:08:29,600 The Bureau's ol' erase without a trace? 138 00:08:30,760 --> 00:08:32,520 Ultimately, it's up to leadership. 139 00:08:32,680 --> 00:08:35,600 Considering the risk involved, however, I highly doubt the latter. 140 00:08:36,140 --> 00:08:39,360 So, risk aversion is the only thing keeping you from killing him. 141 00:08:39,980 --> 00:08:41,650 Nothing's changed. 142 00:08:42,820 --> 00:08:45,070 I'm not joking. 143 00:08:45,360 --> 00:08:47,530 Think you can lock me up or worse? Then go for it. 144 00:08:48,570 --> 00:08:50,530 But next time... 145 00:08:50,910 --> 00:08:53,540 I may just end up offing someone for real. 146 00:08:53,790 --> 00:08:54,790 Huh? 147 00:08:55,160 --> 00:08:57,670 I had no control over my body, 148 00:08:57,790 --> 00:08:59,540 but I saw everything. 149 00:08:59,960 --> 00:09:01,540 Including that asswipe there. 150 00:09:01,920 --> 00:09:02,800 And you, Gramps. 151 00:09:03,250 --> 00:09:05,800 This body was trying to kill you both. 152 00:09:06,170 --> 00:09:10,430 I almost did... with these very hands. 153 00:09:11,640 --> 00:09:13,930 Oww, what the hell was that for, shitty old man?! 154 00:09:14,020 --> 00:09:15,270 Shut up! 155 00:09:15,350 --> 00:09:17,560 Your ass needed some sense knocked back into it! 156 00:09:17,600 --> 00:09:19,100 What does that even mean? 157 00:09:19,310 --> 00:09:21,980 You think you almost killed me? 158 00:09:22,110 --> 00:09:23,070 In your dreams. 159 00:09:24,730 --> 00:09:26,900 That borrowed power tossed you around like a rag doll. 160 00:09:26,940 --> 00:09:28,360 And you think you're strong? 161 00:09:28,400 --> 00:09:29,820 You're still half a man! 162 00:09:30,240 --> 00:09:32,200 It'll take a lot more than that... 163 00:09:32,370 --> 00:09:33,990 I'm not some frail old man! 164 00:09:34,240 --> 00:09:35,580 Idiot! 165 00:09:36,580 --> 00:09:39,080 I know you're agitated, upset, 166 00:09:39,120 --> 00:09:41,080 but you've got to cool off! 167 00:09:41,920 --> 00:09:45,590 You've got to stop trying to fix everything on your own! 168 00:09:46,960 --> 00:09:50,340 There's only so much one person can do! 169 00:09:51,470 --> 00:09:53,850 Give the people around you a chance to help. 170 00:09:55,470 --> 00:09:58,020 From here on out, you've got me to help you. 171 00:09:58,230 --> 00:09:59,850 So you can stop worrying. 172 00:10:01,060 --> 00:10:02,860 All right? 173 00:10:04,480 --> 00:10:07,110 Yeah, thanks, Gramps. 174 00:10:08,780 --> 00:10:10,360 And as for you two. 175 00:10:10,450 --> 00:10:11,360 Yes sir! 176 00:10:11,660 --> 00:10:14,200 I'm well aware of the gravity of the situation. 177 00:10:14,280 --> 00:10:16,830 But he's still a human being, just like you. 178 00:10:17,040 --> 00:10:19,540 If I find that you're treating him as anything but your equal, 179 00:10:19,580 --> 00:10:21,170 you'll have me to answer to! 180 00:10:21,250 --> 00:10:23,380 Yes, sir, on my honor, sir! 181 00:10:23,420 --> 00:10:24,420 Understood. 182 00:10:25,130 --> 00:10:28,880 You got that, too, Kusumi? 183 00:10:29,630 --> 00:10:31,260 Yes. 184 00:10:37,220 --> 00:10:38,270 Hey! 185 00:10:38,890 --> 00:10:40,690 What was that for? 186 00:10:40,810 --> 00:10:44,270 Well, you were looking so serious, I had to. 187 00:10:44,360 --> 00:10:46,650 What kind of reason is that? 188 00:10:47,190 --> 00:10:48,780 So, everything okay? 189 00:10:49,110 --> 00:10:52,030 I'm here to listen, if you want, of course. 190 00:10:54,450 --> 00:10:56,830 It's really not that big a deal... 191 00:10:57,700 --> 00:11:00,540 Well, it's just that Jiro, Reiji, the Chief... 192 00:11:01,080 --> 00:11:03,580 They're all dealing with some really heavy stuff... 193 00:11:03,670 --> 00:11:07,380 And here I am just waiting around this place. 194 00:11:08,880 --> 00:11:11,050 Listen, Ichika. 195 00:11:11,340 --> 00:11:13,340 I'm here too, ya know! 196 00:11:13,430 --> 00:11:16,050 No, I didn't mean it like that! 197 00:11:17,180 --> 00:11:19,060 It's just... 198 00:11:19,930 --> 00:11:25,060 I'm feeling like I should be able to do more... 199 00:11:26,310 --> 00:11:28,570 Everyone has those thoughts. 200 00:11:28,940 --> 00:11:32,610 I feel like I'm a total fighting dud compared to you guys. 201 00:11:32,700 --> 00:11:34,200 All I do is paperwork, 202 00:11:34,240 --> 00:11:36,240 and look after the office. 203 00:11:36,700 --> 00:11:37,740 But... 204 00:11:37,780 --> 00:11:39,370 It also allows me to be here like this. 205 00:11:39,410 --> 00:11:41,580 To be someone who listens. 206 00:11:41,910 --> 00:11:45,250 It's not the most standout talent, I know... 207 00:11:45,330 --> 00:11:49,500 But I consider it something unique I can offer. 208 00:11:50,630 --> 00:11:53,090 Try not to worry so much, okay? 209 00:11:53,380 --> 00:11:56,590 I know you've got something unique to offer, too. 210 00:11:57,260 --> 00:12:00,220 Something way more important than being the office gofer! 211 00:12:00,510 --> 00:12:02,600 Just kidding 'bout that last part! 212 00:12:03,680 --> 00:12:04,810 Juicy gossip? 213 00:12:05,940 --> 00:12:08,560 Chief! You're back? 214 00:12:08,690 --> 00:12:10,360 Yep, just arrived. 215 00:12:10,780 --> 00:12:13,110 Usami, sorry to spring this on ya, but... 216 00:12:13,280 --> 00:12:14,240 Yes? 217 00:12:14,320 --> 00:12:15,400 Could I trouble you... 218 00:12:15,450 --> 00:12:17,740 -to pay the taxi guy over there? -Hey, excuse me! 219 00:12:17,820 --> 00:12:20,160 Yes, I've got your payment right here! 220 00:12:20,240 --> 00:12:21,240 And Ichika. 221 00:12:21,580 --> 00:12:23,500 There's something I need to ask of you. 222 00:12:23,580 --> 00:12:26,620 In fact, you're the only one who can do it. 223 00:12:26,750 --> 00:12:27,580 Huh? 224 00:12:27,630 --> 00:12:28,750 Something wrong? 225 00:12:29,460 --> 00:12:33,340 Oh, it's just, your timing is, well... 226 00:12:35,340 --> 00:12:37,470 We've got an office in the police department? 227 00:12:37,680 --> 00:12:39,640 We're renting space in their basement... 228 00:12:39,850 --> 00:12:43,270 ...to hold some of our more dangerous suspects. 229 00:12:43,560 --> 00:12:47,770 Though, the suspect we've got in there isn't exactly human. 230 00:12:48,480 --> 00:12:49,770 His name's Roren. 231 00:12:49,900 --> 00:12:52,110 He's the mononoke you brought in earlier. 232 00:12:52,730 --> 00:12:54,530 He's an important potential source of intel... 233 00:12:54,570 --> 00:12:56,200 But if we wanna know more than his name, 234 00:12:56,240 --> 00:12:58,780 he insists we've gotta bring you to him. 235 00:12:58,860 --> 00:13:00,280 What could he...? 236 00:13:00,830 --> 00:13:03,660 He's got spectral energy suppressing cuffs on, 237 00:13:03,740 --> 00:13:05,790 but watch out. 238 00:13:07,160 --> 00:13:08,290 Wha...? 239 00:13:08,540 --> 00:13:10,290 Is this...?! 240 00:13:10,380 --> 00:13:12,040 So you've finally arrived! 241 00:13:12,130 --> 00:13:15,050 I've been waiting for you, Ms. Ichika Kishimojin. 242 00:13:15,260 --> 00:13:17,840 But how are you... And with those handcuffs... 243 00:13:17,880 --> 00:13:19,470 Forgot already? 244 00:13:19,510 --> 00:13:21,800 Illusions are kinda my thing. 245 00:13:22,050 --> 00:13:25,310 Making those fools think they've got me in handcuffs... 246 00:13:25,430 --> 00:13:26,810 ...is child's play! 247 00:13:27,430 --> 00:13:31,310 Now, that I've got you here all to myself. 248 00:13:31,730 --> 00:13:34,230 It's time... 249 00:13:35,730 --> 00:13:38,570 Today you become my bride! 250 00:13:43,200 --> 00:13:45,040 Huh? 251 00:13:50,420 --> 00:13:52,250 See, when you're on this earth long enough, 252 00:13:52,290 --> 00:13:54,090 it does something to you. 253 00:13:54,380 --> 00:13:57,550 You lose that pizzazz for life... The spark fades, ya know? 254 00:13:58,170 --> 00:14:01,680 Even more so when you're stuck in humans' shadow. 255 00:14:02,050 --> 00:14:05,060 That's the only reason I took Amagi up on his offer. 256 00:14:05,390 --> 00:14:08,350 Honestly, I couldn't care less about all his ambition and stuff. 257 00:14:09,390 --> 00:14:11,310 With you I feel that spark. 258 00:14:12,350 --> 00:14:14,270 Your eyes practically call my name. 259 00:14:14,400 --> 00:14:16,110 Then there's that sass. 260 00:14:16,190 --> 00:14:18,530 It's all exhilaratingly electrifying. 261 00:14:18,990 --> 00:14:21,320 Then I realized... 262 00:14:21,610 --> 00:14:24,330 Nothing makes you feel more alive than forbidden romance! 263 00:14:24,410 --> 00:14:25,410 Whoaaah! 264 00:14:25,450 --> 00:14:28,580 What's with that look, am I that disgusting? 265 00:14:28,660 --> 00:14:31,210 Ah, who'm I kidding, even that's adorable. 266 00:14:31,370 --> 00:14:32,330 Are you sick?! 267 00:14:32,540 --> 00:14:35,340 I'm here to interrogate you! 268 00:14:35,500 --> 00:14:37,840 Spit it out, what do you know 'bout Amagi? 269 00:14:38,090 --> 00:14:39,170 All right. 270 00:14:39,210 --> 00:14:41,300 Right after you become my bride! 271 00:14:41,470 --> 00:14:44,050 Aagh, it'd be so easy to slash his throat... 272 00:14:44,550 --> 00:14:46,600 No... I can do this... 273 00:14:48,100 --> 00:14:51,480 Think, the creep's obsessed with me. 274 00:14:51,980 --> 00:14:55,360 I can use that, then he'll be putty in my hands. 275 00:14:55,860 --> 00:14:56,980 That's it... 276 00:14:57,440 --> 00:14:58,730 Okay. 277 00:14:59,190 --> 00:15:00,490 After all... 278 00:15:01,150 --> 00:15:03,910 A kunoichi's secret weapon is her charm! 279 00:15:04,070 --> 00:15:06,660 I-If you say it nicely... 280 00:15:07,200 --> 00:15:10,000 Maybe... we could go on a date... 281 00:15:10,540 --> 00:15:12,670 Or something... 282 00:15:13,420 --> 00:15:15,380 If you want... 'kay? 283 00:15:15,790 --> 00:15:17,670 Um... How do I put this...? 284 00:15:17,710 --> 00:15:19,630 That's not what I'm looking for. 285 00:15:21,010 --> 00:15:22,800 Spill it, or I'll spill your guts! 286 00:15:22,880 --> 00:15:24,260 Yes, ma'am! 287 00:15:25,050 --> 00:15:28,010 All right. Let's make this quick. 288 00:15:28,430 --> 00:15:30,020 First, where's Amagi? 289 00:15:30,100 --> 00:15:32,770 Second, what's he planning? 290 00:15:35,600 --> 00:15:36,770 Let me the hell out! 291 00:15:37,150 --> 00:15:38,570 Shitty bastard... 292 00:15:38,610 --> 00:15:40,030 Damn you, Amagi. 293 00:15:40,070 --> 00:15:42,280 Why'd you go and close the barrier? 294 00:15:42,530 --> 00:15:44,780 Fine, I'll just bust this piece of crap open and— 295 00:15:44,860 --> 00:15:46,200 I wouldn't, dumbass. 296 00:15:46,410 --> 00:15:48,620 Break that thing and we'll be stuck in here forever. 297 00:15:48,780 --> 00:15:49,790 Shut up! 298 00:15:50,040 --> 00:15:52,410 You should be dead right now! 299 00:15:52,620 --> 00:15:54,370 Hey, don't point fingers! 300 00:15:54,420 --> 00:15:57,420 I know you're pissed, but don't take it out on me! 301 00:15:57,710 --> 00:15:59,920 'Sides, I've one person to thank for being alive... 302 00:16:00,250 --> 00:16:01,920 And that person's you. 303 00:16:10,310 --> 00:16:12,430 What do you think you're doing, Koga? 304 00:16:12,730 --> 00:16:14,850 Funny, I was gonna ask you the same, dirty bastard! 305 00:16:15,100 --> 00:16:17,270 What the hell were you trying to do? 306 00:16:17,310 --> 00:16:19,060 We went through all that trouble to get him, 307 00:16:19,110 --> 00:16:20,940 then you go off and try to kill him? 308 00:16:21,780 --> 00:16:24,650 That is not the Rago I was after. 309 00:16:24,780 --> 00:16:25,700 What?! 310 00:16:25,740 --> 00:16:29,450 The true Rago, his essence, remains in that human, Jiro Azuma. 311 00:16:29,700 --> 00:16:31,540 You can't be serious... 312 00:16:31,870 --> 00:16:34,040 Perhaps you should have a better feel. 313 00:16:34,120 --> 00:16:37,040 You won't find an ounce of spectral energy. 314 00:16:37,540 --> 00:16:38,790 Yeah, well... 315 00:16:39,210 --> 00:16:41,300 That doesn't mean you gotta kill him! 316 00:16:41,750 --> 00:16:43,300 So what if he's outta spectral juice! 317 00:16:43,340 --> 00:16:45,300 He's still a mononoke just like us! 318 00:16:46,800 --> 00:16:48,720 Just like us? 319 00:16:48,840 --> 00:16:50,300 Oh sweet, naive, Koga. 320 00:16:50,850 --> 00:16:54,560 I should've expected as much from a teenage twerp. 321 00:16:54,810 --> 00:16:56,560 Hey, don't treat me like some kid! 322 00:16:57,020 --> 00:16:59,100 However, you have a point. 323 00:16:59,520 --> 00:17:04,070 That sack o' fur may still be useful yet. 324 00:17:04,570 --> 00:17:06,570 I'll let you keep him for now. 325 00:17:06,780 --> 00:17:08,950 H-Hey, where're ya going? 326 00:17:09,110 --> 00:17:12,080 I've summoned our comrades from across the nation. 327 00:17:12,700 --> 00:17:16,580 I've much to do before their imminent arrival. 328 00:17:16,960 --> 00:17:19,370 Admittedly, the sequence of events has changed, 329 00:17:19,460 --> 00:17:22,340 but my plan remains largely the same. 330 00:17:22,880 --> 00:17:24,380 Rest assured. 331 00:17:25,380 --> 00:17:28,340 All will go wonderfully. 332 00:17:28,590 --> 00:17:30,090 Aaaagh jeez.. 333 00:17:30,180 --> 00:17:31,720 What's he even mean? 334 00:17:31,800 --> 00:17:34,100 "My plan remains largely the same." 335 00:17:34,560 --> 00:17:36,350 Weren't we gonna team up with Rago 336 00:17:36,390 --> 00:17:38,850 and knock those Bureau bastards to kingdom come? 337 00:17:39,810 --> 00:17:40,690 That said... 338 00:17:40,980 --> 00:17:43,070 What the hell're you doing in here? 339 00:17:43,520 --> 00:17:45,610 Hey! You even listening, Naruko? 340 00:17:45,900 --> 00:17:46,860 Mmm... 341 00:17:47,070 --> 00:17:50,450 He said it was getting dark, that I should go inside. 342 00:17:50,990 --> 00:17:52,070 What the...? 343 00:17:52,320 --> 00:17:53,370 Let me explain. 344 00:17:53,450 --> 00:17:54,570 {\an8}MORON 345 00:17:53,830 --> 00:17:54,580 He took a moron, a fool, and a sack o' fur, 346 00:17:54,570 --> 00:17:55,490 {\an8}FOOL 347 00:17:54,580 --> 00:17:55,490 He took a moron, a fool, and a sack o' fur, 348 00:17:55,490 --> 00:17:56,370 He took a moron, a fool, and a sack o' fur, 349 00:17:55,490 --> 00:17:57,120 {\an8}SACK O' FUR 350 00:17:56,410 --> 00:17:59,250 gathered 'em all up, and dumped 'em in here, got it? 351 00:17:59,460 --> 00:18:00,750 Geez, thanks, downer! 352 00:18:00,960 --> 00:18:03,750 Nice to know we're in such great company! 353 00:18:04,590 --> 00:18:07,010 Somethin' about Amagi's attitude's got me worried... 354 00:18:07,340 --> 00:18:10,680 Is he hiding something from these guys? 355 00:18:12,510 --> 00:18:13,760 What? 356 00:18:13,970 --> 00:18:15,310 You want some? 357 00:18:15,560 --> 00:18:17,020 -You can keep it. -I'll eat it. 358 00:18:19,430 --> 00:18:21,270 Easy there, kid. 359 00:18:22,230 --> 00:18:24,270 Gotta load up while I can. 360 00:18:24,820 --> 00:18:28,030 Well, a cowboy can't catch his cattle on an empty stomach, right? 361 00:18:28,110 --> 00:18:30,110 It's, "you can't go into battle..."! 362 00:18:30,570 --> 00:18:32,070 Same difference. 363 00:18:33,660 --> 00:18:35,910 The folks in charge can't wait to seal you along with 364 00:18:35,950 --> 00:18:37,410 Rago's power away for good! 365 00:18:37,870 --> 00:18:40,960 For you that means life in prison, or worse... 366 00:18:41,080 --> 00:18:43,250 If you want to avoid either of those fates, 367 00:18:43,380 --> 00:18:47,920 you'll first need to become capable of controlling that power. 368 00:18:49,050 --> 00:18:52,340 Think of humans and mononoke like Yin and Yang. 369 00:18:52,550 --> 00:18:56,470 They oppose, reject each other. 370 00:18:56,560 --> 00:18:59,680 With too much interaction, the forces wreak havoc. 371 00:19:00,350 --> 00:19:01,940 In your case... 372 00:19:02,020 --> 00:19:03,730 You will discard your humanness! 373 00:19:03,770 --> 00:19:05,270 You've really lost it now, old man. 374 00:19:05,310 --> 00:19:08,610 More precisely, you'll immerse yourself in the wild, 375 00:19:08,650 --> 00:19:11,570 molting your humanness to the furthest extent possible, 376 00:19:11,650 --> 00:19:14,530 and embracing the beast within, mentally and physically. 377 00:19:14,570 --> 00:19:16,580 Then and only then, will you be able 378 00:19:16,660 --> 00:19:19,580 to reconcile flesh with spectral spirit. 379 00:19:19,790 --> 00:19:22,460 Whether you swallow down the power, or the power swallows you... 380 00:19:22,580 --> 00:19:24,580 That is up to you. 381 00:19:25,000 --> 00:19:27,210 You'll train in the Avidya Forest. 382 00:19:27,250 --> 00:19:30,090 And you'll do it alone. 383 00:19:30,670 --> 00:19:33,090 Beyond those trees lies another territory. 384 00:19:33,680 --> 00:19:36,600 A domain belonging to the mononoke Ibuki. 385 00:19:36,800 --> 00:19:37,850 Mononoke?! 386 00:19:38,140 --> 00:19:41,350 Long ago, the Oniwaban and Ibuki formed a pact 387 00:19:41,390 --> 00:19:43,270 of mutual non-aggression. 388 00:19:43,390 --> 00:19:44,730 Mutual non-what now? 389 00:19:44,900 --> 00:19:48,230 Think, if you don't bother us, we won't bother you. 390 00:19:48,480 --> 00:19:49,730 Ahh, I get it. 391 00:19:50,150 --> 00:19:51,110 Wait. 392 00:19:51,190 --> 00:19:52,780 Then shouldn't I stay outta the way? 393 00:19:52,820 --> 00:19:54,360 Hold your horses. 394 00:19:54,490 --> 00:19:58,530 We've sent a special envoy ahead to explain the situation. 395 00:19:58,660 --> 00:19:59,660 Envoy? 396 00:19:59,910 --> 00:20:01,250 Well, well, Jiro! 397 00:20:01,500 --> 00:20:03,660 I hear you've managed to make an even bigger mess 398 00:20:03,710 --> 00:20:05,170 than the last time we met. 399 00:20:05,290 --> 00:20:06,500 Fuyo! 400 00:20:06,580 --> 00:20:09,000 Thanks for the help, old fox! 401 00:20:09,420 --> 00:20:12,380 It's gonna cost you, old Tosh! 402 00:20:12,760 --> 00:20:14,420 Hold up, you guys know each other? 403 00:20:14,470 --> 00:20:16,010 You could say that. 404 00:20:16,340 --> 00:20:18,680 When he was just a newbie recruit, he was training, and... 405 00:20:19,300 --> 00:20:22,020 I don't think this is the appropriate time! 406 00:20:23,180 --> 00:20:24,770 So what did Ibuki have to say? 407 00:20:25,770 --> 00:20:27,270 It was short and sweet. 408 00:20:27,850 --> 00:20:30,020 Set one foot in my domain, and I'll murder you. 409 00:20:30,400 --> 00:20:31,400 I see... 410 00:20:31,530 --> 00:20:33,030 All right, off you go, Jiro. 411 00:20:33,280 --> 00:20:36,200 Are you nuts, old man? Were you listening? 412 00:20:36,240 --> 00:20:38,030 If I go in there, I'm dead meat! 413 00:20:38,280 --> 00:20:40,660 Yes, but the words "stay out" were never mentioned. 414 00:20:40,780 --> 00:20:41,700 Huh?! 415 00:20:41,830 --> 00:20:43,700 Sounded pretty close to "stay out" to me! 416 00:20:43,750 --> 00:20:45,540 No, I'd venture to disagree. 417 00:20:46,370 --> 00:20:47,790 Ibuki doesn't beat around the bush. 418 00:20:47,830 --> 00:20:51,040 If Ibuki had wanted to, Ibuki would've said "stay out." 419 00:20:51,630 --> 00:20:53,380 Perhaps it's an expression of sympathy, 420 00:20:53,420 --> 00:20:55,970 or maybe Ibuki is expressing an interest in you... 421 00:20:56,300 --> 00:20:58,550 Ibuki has always been a bit eccentric. 422 00:20:58,760 --> 00:21:00,140 What'll it be, Jiro? 423 00:21:00,180 --> 00:21:01,010 Huh? 424 00:21:01,260 --> 00:21:03,310 If you're going to turn back, now's the time. 425 00:21:05,180 --> 00:21:07,390 You think I'd throw in the towel now? 426 00:21:10,110 --> 00:21:14,690 Ibuki's erected a powerful spectral barrier around the forest. 427 00:21:14,990 --> 00:21:18,610 The lotus will allow you to cross the barrier, but... 428 00:21:18,740 --> 00:21:20,700 ...it's a one-way ticket. 429 00:21:21,070 --> 00:21:23,870 Once you're inside, my powers won't be able to reach you. 430 00:21:24,080 --> 00:21:25,040 Which means... 431 00:21:25,120 --> 00:21:28,710 To get yourself out, you're on your own. 432 00:21:28,960 --> 00:21:29,920 Who knows, 433 00:21:30,040 --> 00:21:33,130 maybe you'll wanna pry open your own exit using Rago's power... 434 00:21:34,550 --> 00:21:36,340 And there he goes... 435 00:21:36,420 --> 00:21:38,970 I wonder if he really grasps the gravity of the situation. 436 00:21:39,090 --> 00:21:41,090 I'm a coward. 437 00:21:41,800 --> 00:21:44,220 I knew everything. 438 00:21:44,390 --> 00:21:48,230 I knew just how to motivate Jiro to go through with it. 439 00:21:48,390 --> 00:21:50,400 And I knew the directors would let him, 440 00:21:50,440 --> 00:21:52,860 in the hopes that he'd be trapped in there forever. 441 00:21:53,270 --> 00:21:56,110 I knew it all, and yet... 442 00:21:56,280 --> 00:21:58,240 What're you getting all upset about? 443 00:21:58,530 --> 00:22:00,740 This's the best option for everyone, is it not? 444 00:22:01,110 --> 00:22:03,700 Now how 'bout having a little faith in the kid! 445 00:22:04,280 --> 00:22:09,250 I mean, after all, he is your grandson.