After being reunited with Moonbay,
we found out that Thomas' Dibison had been totaled by the Geno Saurer.
We braced ourselves for the fight against Raven,
but we soon realized that Raven's Geno Saurer was way stronger than we had anticipated.
The Wings of Darkness
We've been waiting for you.
Major Herman. Captain O'Connell.
The Dragon Head Base welcomes you.
Thank you.
Thank you. Good work.
Keep it up.
Thank you, I will.
Oh no!
They've already gone in!
Are you the Republic engineer?
That's right.
I was supposed to go along with the two of them
to help with the work on the 3S.
Except I slept in.
I guess Major Herman didn't know I was coming.
Because he left without me.
Why didn't you just get in touch with them on the radio?
This piece of junk doesn't even have one.
Okay, I understand.
I'll just go open the gate for you.
Hey, thanks!
Thank you.
Just be careful!
We're on the base grounds now, Major Ralph.
I can't believe it was that easy to get in here.
Imperial security sure ain't what it used to be.
I think everyone is getting soft during this time of so called peace.
Did you hear that?
He is right.
That's precisely why we're going to wake everybody up.
I am a transporter of the wasteland.
Doesn't it feel just like old times? All of us traveling around together again like this?
Yeah, sure does.
Moonbay, I'm really sorry about this.
This whole situation with the Gustav is all my fault.
You really saved me back there.
I'll never be able to thank you enough.
Don't worry. Don't worry.
The armor of the Gustav is pretty tough, and he didn't toast the Zoid Core, so...
We should be able to repair it pretty quickly when we get to the Red River Base.
There's still one thing.
I wonder why Raven didn't finish you off when he had the chance.
I mean, we all know it's not like him to leave an enemy standing like that.
It had nothing to do with what Raven wanted.
It was the Geno Saurer.
No... It was Shadow's decision to leave.
What do you mean?
I don't know.
I'm not exactly sure.
But I feel something much worse than anything we've faced is coming.
Then I guess we're in real trouble.
Would you two lighten up? Let's just get to the Red River Base.
We can talk about how we're gonna deal with the Geno Saurer then.
Right.
It's gonna cost you lots this time.
Van, I hope you've made some rich friends.
Because you're gonna need them.
Moonbay!
Van, just agree to pay her if it will stop the nagging.
I don't think I'm being unreasonable.
It's strange.
Moonbay being here seems to take some of the stress away, even when we have to deal with Raven.
Maybe Van needs these people by his side after all.
Painted black like that,
they almost look like they were developed from scratch by the Empire, don't they?
They sure do.
This special black paint gives them stealth capabilities.
It can completely eliminate any electromagnetic traces.
I guess that's why they call this amazing machine the Storm Sworder Stealth Type.
Or 3S, for short.
When I think back, it's hard to believe that a day like this has come.
One where we actually exchange technology with them.
It is ironic that an incredible weapon like this ends up becoming a symbol of peace between the two of us.
Yeah, but there are still a lot of people that both nations have to protect themselves from.
Are you talking about the recent report of Van Freiheit's encounter with Raven?
There are more out there like Raven.
But now, with both sides equipped with the new 3S,
even the most cunning enemy can be dealt with quickly.
That means our defensive position here has become much stronger.
There are rebels on the base, and no one is even nervous.
It makes me sick to think that we're actually accepting technology from the rebel forces.
You really shouldn't complain so much.
We're about to get our hands on some superior machines.
It's time.
Roger that.
This is Black Angel.
Night Flight, over.
This is Night Flight.
Commence operation: Jet Black.
Roger, commencing operation Jet Black.
Begin the attack!
Roger!
Come on, hurry up! This is not fast enough!
If our Redlers don't get in the air fast, we'll be in trouble.
Somebody give me a report.
Yes, sir.
We are currently under attack from above by Black Redlers, sir.
Black Redlers?!
Our Redlers are mobilizing right now, sir.
What's going on?
Obviously the base is under attack, but nobody knows exactly who is attacking.
Hey you! Stop where you are!
I can't.
There was a scramble order for the Storm Sworders during the attack.
Don't move.
I know for a fact there's no way those orders could have been given at this time.
Those 3S are not yet equipped with command options.
Major...
Stop right there!
You planned this attack, didn't you?
Come on! Let's hear some answers!
Who are you two?
Who are you working for?
If you really want to know, just look up now.
What?
Thank you so much for these fabulous machines, Major Herman.
Hey you! Hold it!
Major Ralph.
Another successful mission.
Congratulations, men.
You have my thanks. There's no way we could have pulled this off without you.
Müller.
Time to finish this.
Yes, sir.
Like the man said, thanks your your help.
What's this?
Please, stop! Captain Müller!
What's the use of us having this new found stealth capability,
if you guys and your Black Redlers end up getting us spotted anyway?
So...
Mission accomplished.
All three Black Redlers have been lost!
The 3S have completely disappeared from visual range!
Damn it! Are you saying they shot down their own allies so they couldn't be followed?
Wh-what monsters...
They got away with your Storm Sworders?
I'm surprised something like that could happen with you here.
I can't believe it either. I completely screwed up.
Van, there was a red Organoid.
And if he's here...
So is Hiltz.
That's just what I thought.
We'll just have to wait here for them.
What do you mean, Van?
From what you told us, those Storm Sworders they took,
are not equipped with command options yet, right?
And those command options only exist at this base.
So that means they will have to come back here to get them,
if they want to use those Storm Sworders in combat.
Looks all their time in the Guardian Force has actually paid off.
Well...
Of course we're willing to help you out in any way we can.
You sure?
This isn't an order from Guardian Force HQ.
And don't you have that Geno Saurer to investigate?
Don't worry about that.
Raven isn't easy to find unless he wants you to find him.
And since Hiltz is behind this,
it does actually fall under the guidelines of the Guardian Force's mission.
Thank you both.
What about Rosso and Viola's Storm Sworders?
Don't you keep them at this base?
Not now. They're current under assignment to Imperial Guard duty,
protecting Emperor Rudolph at Guygalos.
The only thing we have at this base with air to air firepower that even comes close
are three Silver Pteras equipped with high speed boosters.
Hang on!
If I'm remembering this correctly, don't you guys have a Gojulas with anti-air option?
As well as a Cannon Tortoise with a heavy gun at this base?
Come to think of it, we do.
But that's no match for the speed of a Storm Sworder.
Don't you worry.
We'll be able to pull it off with those.
Right, Irvine?
What? Yeah, I guess.
Well, all right.
O'Connell.
Supply Captain Freiheit with whatever he needs.
Yes, sir.
Ah, you guys. Stop embarrassing me.
You know I'm nothing more than a Lieutenant in the Republic.
You certainly are devoted to your machine, aren't you, Raven?
I hope the new Geno Saurer is powerful when it's finally reborn.
If you really value your life,
don't sneak up on me like that again.
Oh, I'm scared.
But you want to know something? I like it.
See you around, Raven.
I guess I have to watch out for that girl.
No way. She's never going to get that close to me again.
I'm very impressed, Raven.
This is the first time I've ever felt fear in my life.
So, when shall we move out?
We'll attack tonight when the moons set.
Moving under the cover of darkness is the best way to take full advantage
of the Storm Sworder's stealth capabilities.
That's excellent.
But you can't let your guard down.
They know these machines pretty well.
So the more time they have, the more likely they are to come up with a defensive strategy.
You worry too much.
There's nothing to be afraid of, considering what those machines are capable of.
Let's hope so...
Müller, we're leaving.
Yes sir!
Major Ralph,
I was just wondering if we can really trust this guy.
He's giving us a chance.
Guys like us live our lives out on the battlefield,
and there's no one in the Empire we could go to right now anyway.
But what...
With these machines, we'll be able to annihilate the rebels and take back what is ours.
I understand now, Major.
With these machines, we'll restore the former glory of the Isenback Unit.
That's right.
We'll now take back the Isenback Unit,
and never let the rebel forces take it away again.
This is Fiine in the control room.
Is everyone ready to mobilize?
This is Moonbay. I'm ready to mobilize.
Major Herman here.
Ready to deploy at any time.
Major Herman.
Do you really think that they will be coming back?
Van seems pretty sure. Why would you doubt him?
Are you worried that if Van is right, you might start taking orders from him?
Shut up!
Do you even know how to pilot that?
I sure do.
Don't you remember my moves back at Mount Ossa Base?
Considering that all you've been doing is giving orders lately, maybe you're the one who's a bit rusty.
Okay, everyone.
I understand why you would be nervous, but let's not start quarreling, all right?
This is Irvine.
I'm about to die of boredom out here.
Roger. I've heard you say that before.
That all you can say?
I'm not here to entertain you.
I know I haven't seen Fiine in a while, but when exactly did her personality turn nasty?
Okay, just a little more.
Sieg, hold that there.
Are you ready yet?
Working on it.
Looks like we're all ready for the counterattack, but I'm still a bit nervous about all this.
I should make a call, and get some insurance.
This is Fiine Alice Linette of the Guardian Force.
I'm gonna die here.
The sun will be coming up pretty soon.
It's beginning to look like their attack won't be coming tonight after all.
Yeah, I hope so.
This brings back memories, Van.
Of what?
We fought Schwarz's force here at Red River, remember?
Oh, back then?
It was a desperate situation,
but you and your Shield Liger rescued us.
You've saved me plenty of times since then.
I reckon after this one, we'll be all square.
I see. That's a relief to hear.
I told you, no peeking!
We have incoming.
From where?!
I can't confirm.
What?!
You said they weren't installed with command options yet.
That was a Redler bombing run.
They must have loaded them up with Redler munitions.
It's always something.
Control room, where's the attack coming from?
There's nothing on the radar, location unconfirmed.
Damn!
We have no choice. O'Connell, Moonbay! We have to launch.
Roger that.
All right.
Fiine, give us backup support.
Roger.
Irvine.
Target sectors point 03 to point 06.
Well, it's about time.
Fire away!
Where do they think they're aiming?
Wh-What?!
We can see that glow nice and clear.
No! Müller, get out of there.
Wrong again.
Damn!
Van, can you see it?
Oh, yeah. I'm on it.
He'll be there in seven seconds.
Roger that.
5...
4...
3...
2...
1...
Go now!
Go!
Wh-What the..
Müller!
Those dirt bags.
They were just waiting for us to come back.
Here I am!
Good work, Van. Only one left now.
Herman!
O'Connell!
Van, can you jump again?
In another three minutes.
Three minutes? We're not gonna last that long.
Someone help!
Where do you think you're going little girl?
I know that voice!
Swooping down from the heavens, on the wings of destiny.
We are the angels of peace.
Sworn to break through your shroud of darkness, the mighty Ala Barone.
And at his side as always, the proud Sword of Storms,
ever vigilant against your type, in their Storm Sworders, they fly!
You forget that I'm the one flying the state of the art machine this time.
He's fast!
Viola!
Rosso! It's coming this way.
This Storm Sworder is much faster than your older models.
And now I'm about to show you what happens when the odds are in my favor.
Let's see.
No sweat.
There's no way you can run from me now.
You're the same as always.
You always did rely too much on the capabilities of the machine.
Baron, when I'm done with you, you'll never utter those words again.
What?!
You have to guide your Zoid with your spirit. With your spirit!
Oh yeah!
Well, that certainly could have gone better.
Farewell.
Catch you later.
Now that's what I call insurance.
Hey. I wonder where Van is.
Is it over?
Ah... Hello?
It's summer. Time for fun in the sun at the beach.
But at night, the moons are aligned, and a mysterious island emerges from the sea.
Reese manages to lure Van into a trap at the ancient ruins.
The Blade Liger is drawn into the sea, where Hammerhead submarines are waiting.
No.
The ancient Zoidians are not a doomed people.
Next time, Zoids episode 46:
The Devil of the Sea.
See you on the battlefield!