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Episode 8 Welcome to the Defense Force

I'll be the one to...

What do I do?

I can't use my fists against Vice-Captain Hoshina!

That seemed to work.

No, I won't survive this if I try to hold back!

He's so quick, I can't harden my body to protect myself fast enough!

He may not be stronger, but he's a hell of a lot faster than the humanoid Kaiju!

The first time I saw Kikoru move, I thought she was incredible.

But...

He's on a whole other level!

He's not even moving like a human!

I dodged that!

What is this? Some kind of slashing attack I can't see?

Core located.

Not that I'm human, either.

Now that I've done it, I can tell that regenerating uses a lot of my stamina!

I can't take too many hits like that!

Wait, seriously?

I'm not exactly joking around here.

He's probably at least Fortitude 8.0.

That'd make him a Daikaiju.

But what's this weird feeling I'm getting from this fight?

Well, it doesn't matter.

Those invisible slashes...

And a double attack!

No.

The double attack was a decoy!

Mist Slasher.

A triple attack?!

Gotcha.

The blade...

The blade's stuck!

That was close.

That was stronger than I expected, but...

After he saw my core, I knew he'd aim for me there!

No!

Yikes. I let it get away.

Reporting.

Kaiju No. 8 has escaped.

Kaiju No. 8.

Kafka Hibino.

Now leave the rest to me!

Is it really okay for me to believe in him?

I'm back...

Sorry, I must've worried you.

I wasn't worried!

And I have more than a thing or two to say to you...

Hey!

Sorry... I let it get away.

The one who hurt you...

I-I don't care.

I'll kill it myself.

Hey, where are you going? You're in terrible shape.

Ichikawa and Iharu were horribly injured... I have to go.

And even if you went, what could you do?

They'll be fine.

The Defense Force is starting to use Kaiju regeneration in its tech, too.

You should worry about yourself instead!

Not only did the other officers see you, you made contact with Vice-Captain Hoshina!

They could easily find some clue that leads straight to you!

It's rare to see you this down.

Cripes. You've caught me in a really embarrassing spot.

I'll take a photo to remember it by.

Please don't!

So, was Kaiju No. 8 strong?

I'm assuming it's a Daikaiju.

That would make it the first one since Fukuoka five years ago.

Fortunately, there've been no casualties due to No. 8 these past few months.

It doesn't seem to be the type to attack people indiscriminately.

Yeah, that's the strange feeling I had...

Why did No. 8 attack my weapon instead of me?

Nothing about that battle made sense.

The way it moved and reacted...

It was more like fighting a human than fighting a Kaiju.

For now, get some rest.

I'll take care of this.

No matter what type of Kaiju it is,

it's our job to neutralize it.

Well, she's right there.

Roger.

Captain! Vice-Captain!

You're too loud, Ikaruga.

What's wrong?

Sorry. I learned something I thought you should hear.

The Kaiju that attacked Furuhashi and Ichikawa

appears to have been the same humanoid type that appeared at the exam site.

When they found it,

it had a human form...

Hey!

Hey, are you deaf?

Out of the way!

What?

What?

Hey, say something!

Breaking news.

After the latest incident, the Defense Force

has designated the humanoid type that appeared at the exam site and Sagamihara

as a long-term neutralization target,

giving it the codename Kaiju No. 9.

Now, how do I kill Kaiju No. 8?

Oh dear, oh dear.

I'll need to remain hidden until I get used to this body again.

He's awake.

Hey.

You awake, partner?

Senpai, I'm glad you're okay.

That's my line, dummy.

Also... thank you.

For saving me and Iharu-kun.

Why are you thanking the old dude?

Iharu-kun's in the same room?!

It was Kaiju No. 8 that saved us, right?

Well, he found the Yoju reproductive organs, and that was a huge help, right?

Oh, good point.

Thanks, old dude!

S-Sure thing!

Why'd the Kaiju save us, though?

He was so strong. He knocked No. 9's head clean off!

For a Kaiju, he was pretty damn cool!

I wish you could've seen him!

Hey, why are you blushing, old dude?

Blushing?

He's got the same dumb look on his face he always does!

Very true!

We're so lucky it was Iharu-kun...

You don't need to hit me so hard.

Furuhashi & Ichikawa

Congratulations on Leaving the Hospital

Congratulations on leaving the hospital!

Wh-What's this?

A celebration for our first successful mission!

We were waiting for you to get out of the hospital.

Okay, let's get started.

Your course of A6-grade marbled Japanese Black Wagyu beef!

A6?!

Is there an A6?!

*There is not

We could never serve less than the finest at a party organized by Haruichi-sama.

I remember asking for the cheapest course.

You can pay the standard prices.

Really? Lucky us!

Just who is Haruichi?

What?

You didn't know when you asked him to put this together?

That's right.

He's the heir to Izumo Technologies,

the largest anti-Kaiju arms manufacturer in the country.

The place that makes the Defense Force suits?

Yeah. He's got way more wealth than even my family.

So that's why you asked me to find a place?

That's right.

You said you wanted everybody to get a good meal, right?

And he's perfect for the job, huh?

Yeah.

So yeah, excellent job on your first mission.

You don't get many days when all your batchmates

are off at the same time.

So have a lot of fun!

Cheers!

Cheers!

Yeah, this is so good!

...blew his head right off! It was amazing!

I've never seen everybody looking so happy.

Thank you for putting this together.

Don't speak too soon, Ichikawa.

The show's about to start.

What do you mean?

And you're too busy trying to show off to help your team!

And you make everything personal!

You're the one person on this team who has zero right to say that to me!

I don't count, 'cause I'm just that damn good!

Guys, don't fight...

You always do things your way and neglect the basics.

And you do things so by the book, you can't keep up when we work together!

I have to slow myself down, you know.

These guys too?

So anyway, Izumo...

You sure you guys' suits ain't defective?

I couldn't even defeat a single one of those jerks!

Draw out more of its power, then.

Not you too, Senpai!

Hey, you're with the comms team, right?

We kept losing communications during the mission!

You're the one who kept going inside radio interference areas without telling us!

We've told you that if you give us advance notice, we can work it out!

Oh no! It's everywhere I look...

But isn't this...

You've noticed, huh?

They're all talking about the mission now.

After their first mission, they've all seen what they're lacking.

That's right. It's not just me.

Everybody wants to be stronger.

What did you say, asshole?

Show some respect for your elders!

I only respect people stronger than me.

All right, it's on!

I'll show you who's boss!

I'm tired of listening to your whining, you know.

That's my line, jerk!

You don't listen, do you, girl?

You've got no right to say that to me!

It's a yearly tradition.

We were so happy you reached out to us, young master.

I thought I'd never see you again.

Don't say that, Dojima-san.

I just wanted to make sure everybody had a nice meal.

So, about your father...

I haven't talked to him since then.

I see.

I'm sorry for worrying you.

Dojima-san, today's meal was incredible.

Did he hear that?

Bathroom.

I guess he's not the nosy type.

Okay, calm down, everybody.

Time to make an announcement.

Announcement?

Kafka Hibino.

You saved a lot of lives during the mission, and that got you noticed.

So you're getting promoted to full officer.

Welcome to the Defense Force's Third Division.

Yes!

Senpai!

You did it, old dude!

Don't call me that!

Time to give him a victory toss!

Great idea!

Grab him, guys!

You help out, too!

Don't drop him!

It's a good night.

If I can stop us from losing a single person, I want to.

Hooray! Hooray! Hooray!

Yeah, I agree.

Kafka Hibino.

As of today, as of this moment, you are no longer a cadet,

but a full-fledged Defense Force officer.

I swear to give everything I have to the fight.

A-Anyway, I'll be going...

Don't get too excited.

You're a long way from being able to fight by my side.

So Mina does remember!

Yeah, just you wait, Mina!

Give me fifty push-ups for failing to address a superior by their title.

I did it again!

Kaiju No. 8...

and No. 9 need to be discussed at HQ, which requires my presence.

Whew...

I've put Vice-Captain Hoshina in charge, so ask him about the paperwork.

Roger!

And... it was Hoshina who recommended you for full officer.

Of course, it only happened because of your success in the last battle.

The vice-captain...

Live up to his expectations.

Roger!

I guess that's enough for today.

I don't want another lecture from the vice-captain.

The training room?

At this hour?

Who forgot to turn the lights off?

The vice-captain? What's he doing?

Mental imagery training?

But the way he's moving...

He's not just doing ordinary training.

He's recreating his battle with me!

Oh, Kafka?

You're here way too late again.

What about you? Why are you here so late?

Working out a strategy for No. 8.

So I can slice him in half with a single strike next time I see him.

I screwed up at the start, you know.

If I'd gone all in right off the bat, I could've chopped his head off.

And...

If I'd used skill six instead of skill five,

I could've sliced him and his core into ribbons.

You're getting way too scared.

No normal officer could handle that thing.

And No. 9's probably close to as strong.

So...

I've gotta handle 'em myself.

He really is amazing.

He's not just trying to keep civilians safe, but us, too!

Vice-Captain!

I'll do my best to be able to help in the fight.

Don't get so cocky, fool!

I don't expect a guy with 1% power to be helpful!

B-Bye...

But, well...

You can have 1% of my expectations.

I'm heading back to the office.

You get to sleep.

Roger!

Initiate descent.