When we finally made it to the Garreal Ruins,
Rev Raptors left there to guard the place attacked us!
If that wasn't bad enough, someone had already been to the ruins before us, and completely cleaned out the place.
But then Fiine suddenly said something,
Death Saurer.
What could that be?
The Charged Particle Gun
Looks like we almost let you slip past us.
You're traveling through the territory of Brad's gang.
If you wanna pass, you're gonna have to pay Brad's price.
Ah, yeah. Listen, I have a question.
Huh?
Have you seen a guy named Rosso around these parts?
He's kind of a big guy. He's got long red hair and a small child with him.
Oh, would you take a look at that?
Along comes some Zoid I've never seen before,
and it turns out to be piloted by a tiny little kid.
I'll have to assume that's a "no".
Then I guess I just have one last question for you.
Can you hold your own in a fight?
Can we hold our own?
Hey! Who do you think you are, you little punk?!
As long as Brad is the leader of this gang, even the Emperial Army is scared to mess with us.
Hey! Who was that?
You can't do this to me!
You told me you could hold your own.
I really hate liars like you.
Stop! Put me down!
After everything we went through, we didn't even find the Zoid Eve.
On the bright side it turned out not to be a complete waste of time.
When Fiine touched that fragment of a stone tablet
she remembered something.
It must have been a flashback!
Yeah, but just what exactly could this Death Saurer be?
Can't really say.
But what we do know is that if there ever was something in those ruins,
then somebody got there before us, and hauled it away.
Oh man!
What it really means is that we still don't know anything.
Yeah, and we don't even have any new leads either.
So... Where in the world are we supposed to start looking for it now?
Where did that Zoid Eve get to anyway?
Ow! That hurt!
Somebody is hiding in that bush.
Yeah...
You really shouldn't kick stone so recklessly.
That's right.
Look, it's not like I was aiming for him!
Nevermind the excuses! Go apologize to him already!
I'm sorry.
Not loud enough!
Yes, say it like you mean it.
I'm sorry!
A hit on the head for a hit on the head.
But by no means should there remain any resentment between us. The deed is now settled for both sides.
The deed and resentment between us?
What are you talking about kid?!
I'm talking about the beauty of the law of the land, of course.
Of course!
That's one strange kid!
Yeah, but still somehow easier to understand than Fiine.
Well, did you find Rudolph?
No.
And I've looked everywhere around here.
I can't remember how many times I've told him not to go wondering off!
I'll take the Redler, and see if I can spot him.
He couldn't have gotten very far in such little time.
But what if you are spotted? That could alert those imperial...
No way. We got more important things to think about.
Okay. I'll take the Iron Kong, and you can take the Redler.
We can cover more ground that way.
Oh, and what do you think so funny at a time like this?
I'm sorry.
But this is a side of you that I can't say I've ever seen before.
I mean, in comparison to all the times you've gone head to head with thirty Zoids or more,
you're being almost embarrassingly cautious in this situation.
Ow. We just gotta be more careful right now.
Hey! Don't get me wrong. I'm actually pleased about it.
I just couldn't help but laugh, that's all.
Right now, Rudolph's life is being threatened.
As crazy as it sounds, we're the ones who are gonna have to protect him.
I am not lost!
Why do you keep insisting that I'm lost out here?
It's just that I don't know exactly where I am right now!
Yes. And I'm telling you that that's what we mean by being lost.
I must admit I'm not very familiar with the geography of this area.
Lack of foresight.
Foresight?
Well, I guess that means that you finally admit to being lost, anyway.
And I win the argument!
You know, sometimes I'm embarrassed he's with us.
By the way, little boy, there's no colony in this area. So what are you doing here all by yourself anyway?
I'm not here all by myself.
Eh?
I'm with two others. They must be nearby.
Ah, you mean like you mom and dad?
Ah... yeah... well...
Ah...
So they sent their little boy to look for food, huh?
Sounds pretty irresponsible to me.
It wasn't like that.
Sure those two are a little rough around the edges, but they're much nicer than they look, and they did save me after all.
I just wanna to repay them for everything they did. So came out here to look for some food.
Okay kid. I've gotta tell you, you're really confusing me here.
Now, now... So basically we're out here trying to find some food.
That's right, isn't it?
Yes.
Tell you what, why don't you take some of our food?
Really? Would that be okay?
Of course that would be okay!
But as of anything in life, it would have to come at a price.
Huh? Moonbay...
You don't plan on swindling this kid?!
Now, normally when two people make a deal, they trade each other for things that are equal value.
But unfortunately I don't have any money with me.
What? Did I mention money?
It could be something like... that cute little ring you have hanging around you neck.
That looks like it might possibly be of some value...
Yes, but this is very important to me.
You wouldn't want your parents to get any hungrier right?
Would you rather have that ring or be able to bring your parents some food?
Very well.
I give only as much as what I receive.
That is also the law of my country.
It really is a wonderful law.
Wel then! Thank you!
Give it back.
What's wrong with you, Van?
The kid agreed to a trade.
I don't care. Give it back.
But why?
Maybe I can't explain it by using big fancy words
but I'll tell you one thing, I sure know the difference between right and wrong.
Van's got you this time.
All right...
Here you go. Take it for nothing, you can have as much food as you want.
Thank you very much!
I'm sure that I've seen this symbol somewhere before...
Someday this will be the seat of power for this entire continent.
I swear it.
Lord Proitzen?
I appreciate all the hard work of the palace staff.
Now then, any word on the whereabouts of the prince?
No.
We've searched everywhere, but there's no sign of the prince.
Unacceptable.
How can we possibly continue to honor the memory of our dearly departed emperor
if something has happened to Crown Prince Rudolph?
We're doing everything we can, and we haven't given up hope, sir.
Our subjects are feeling very anxious.
I had considered the safe return of our crown prince to be the top priority.
But it seems that time is running out.
Hmm... What are you trying to say?
Once the emperor's funeral is over, I'll assume the office as head of state.
Unless the crown prince is found before then.
Eh... But...
Of course I will continue to pray for the safe return of His Highness.
But restoring government order is also an urgent matter.
I expect that if Prince Rudolph were here, even he would agree with me.
Moreover, I'm sure it would have been the wish of our dearly departed emperor as well.
Yes, sir!
Convene a meeting of the supreme counsel, immediately!
Hey, Rosso.
What's up?
What do you plan on doing once we find Rudolph?
Exactly what we planned all along.
That kid is worth a whole bunch of money to us.
We'll threaten the Empire, collect an enormous ransom,
and ride into the sunset.
Hey, after this is over,
do you want to go to Mount Isolina with me?
Mount Isolina?
Yeah, I'm sure I must have mentioned it to you before.
In fact, my little sister still lives there.
It's a small and remote village with nothing in it, but that makes it a quiet and peaceful place.
We better hurry it up before... sundown.
What's that?
Could it be a Zoid?
But that would be incredibly fast for a Zoid.
Viola, you have to go after it!
If those were Imperial Zoids, then Rudolph could be in serious danger!
I got it!
I'm sorry whoever you are, but I have no time to deal with you.
Seems that Shadow has sniffed out a much more interesting opponent for me to go after.
I'll never forget your kind offer, as long as I live.
Well, I mean you don't have to call me "officer anything". Just give my regards to you mom and dad.
Ah... yes. Goodbye.
Bye.
What's the matter?
Actually I don't know how to get back there.
Ow, that's right. You were lost out here when we've found you in the first place.
I forgot all about that.
What now?
Hang on a second.
It's not like we have anywhere in particular that we have to get to right away.
So how about if we try to help this boy find his way back to his parents, as long as we're out here anyway.
What are you talking about, Moonbay?
What's up with the kind hearted act all of a sudden?
Just what are you up to this time?
How there you imply that I'm just scheming something here.
Maybe Irvine and I really do wanna help the kid!
Why are you dragging me into this?
Now come on! Just play along, will you?
Here, let me get this off your back. This is pretty heavy for a small kid like you to carry.
Van! Carry this stuff for him!
What do you mean? Why do I have to carry all that stuff?
You don't want the poor little kid to have to do it, do ya?
You're not the boss of me!
Why don't you carry it? It was your idea to help the kid find his parents.
Fiine?
It's coming.
What's coming?
What is it?
Something that never should have been born into this world.
An evil force that will bring destruction to this entire planet!
Get away! You must get away from this place before it comes!
Fiine!
Fiine, can you hear me?!
What did she mean by that exactly?
I don't know, but I'm really creeped out right now.
Do you have any idea what this evil force could be?
Sieg?
Redler!
Rudolph!
Hey, I know those guys.
No! Viola!
Huh? Viola?
What was that? Shield Liger!
What in the world could possibly have that kind of firing power?
No time for theories! Get into the Zoids!
Whatever it is, we're not gonna be able to avoid fighting it.
Hey Moonbay. Take good care of Fiine.
We'll do.
What's that? I've never seen a Zoid like that before.
It's showtime Sieg, let's go!
Way cool! I've never been inside a combat Zoid that was about to go in a battle.
You just watch!
I might not know many big fancy words, but I sure know what my best buddy here can do.
Where did it go?
Van! Heads up!
That's right, Van. Up here.
Nice try.
Van! You and Rudolph.
What do you know? Two birds with one stone.
Raven?
You didn't think you'd ever see me again, did you?
That punk!
Man, he is way stronger than he was last time.
You can't possibly fight against that. It has a overwhelming power advantage.
At times like this, it's best to negotiate.
He's not the kind of guy you can make a deal with.
Besides, don't you remember that thing you told me earlier today.
A hit on the head to repay a hit on the head.
That is the law of the land.
Then hang on tight because we sure don't wanna break the law.
That won't work on me this time, Van.
What?
The whole Zoid is like some kind of giant gun!
Van...
Get out of there...
Van managed to avoid a direct hit, but it still damaged them.
What unbelievable destructive power!
Ha! You always were good at evasive maneuvers,
but I'm not going to miss this time.
Liger's ultimate move and it had...
No effect!
Come on!
I'm gonna blow you away.
Who is that?!
Rosso!
What?! Rosso?!
Rudolph. Thank goodness you're Okay.
Van, I can't thank you guys enough. Looks like I owe you another one.
What are you guys talking about?
What's going on here?!
Don't tell me you two were the ones he was talking about.
Why would you two want to interfere?
If you just left Rudolph to me, and disappeared, you might have saved yourselves.
You weasel! We're not the type to roll over without a fight, you know?!
Another loud mouth bandit.
No!
Get out while you can!
That won't work.
Hey! Give it up! He's not just playing Zoid pilot here.
He's the real deal. More than a couple bandits like you could handle.
They're not a couple of bandits.
As a matter of fact, those two people are my mother and father.
Rudolph...
My boy...
Irvine! Van! Get up, double time.
Let's escape while we still have the chance.
Escape?
But...
You think I'm just gonna let you get away?
What now?
Rosso!
Get out of here!
Van, you're gonna have to be the one to protect Rudolph for us now!
Protect him at all costs!
What about you guys?
Rosso...
You...
Van, what are you waiting for?
Didn't you hear what Rosso said? Go now!
We'll hold him back as long as we can! Hurry up and go!
Don't you worry, Rudolph.
I won't lose this!
Van, now hurry up and go!
Okay.
I know for sure that we can trust them.
Rudolph is in good hands now.
Right.
Let go.
Viola...
About Mount Isolina...
I would have loved to have gone there with you and Rudolph.
Oh Rosso...
Let go!
Sis?
Sis...
I'm aware of that, Shadow.
We could catch up if we gave chase.
But it will be much more fun if we give them a head start.
Raven...
Damn it!
Hey! Van here.
I can't believe it!
Raven's Geno Saurer is so powerful,
but my Shield Liger isn't gonna be beaten.
What?
That Zoid has something to do with the legendary Dearth Saurer?
Well, it makes no difference now.
Come on, Sieg.
Next time, Zoids episode 22:
Farewell to a Friend.
No! That can't be!