My name is Van.
My dream is to become a renowned Zoid pilot, just like my dad.
While in some desert ruins, I found a strange looking capsule.
When I activated it, a Zoid that I had never seen before, Sieg, appeared from inside it.
When Sieg combined with a immobile Shield Liger,
he seemed to possess a mysterious ability that returned Shield Liger to its original state.
There was also another thing besides Sieg... err... a person...
There was a girl named Fiine sleeping inside the capsule.
She's mysterious and despite remembering nothing except for her name being Fiine,
she seems to always blurt out strange things.
Even before this, she looked at a lithograph that we found in an old fortress
and realized that she wanted to find Zoid Eve.
You might say the reason we've rolled out on this journey ts to search for Zoid Eve.
Beyond this, we don't know what kind of dangers await us,
but we'll keep running wild in the world of dreams and adventures!
The Two Protectors
What's the matter?
Can't sleep?
Water...
Water?
Here... I can hear water.
I can't hear a thing.
If you want a drink of water, there's plenty of it in the tank.
But don't drink too much before you sleep, or you might wet the bed.
My sis used to remind me of that a lot...
What a nice sound...
You dumped out all the water?!
That's a clever joke...
It's really bottom-dry...!
That water was sour.
What...?
I'm sure it was already bad.
Wrong!!
I put lot of my favorite special-made ingredients into it,
like my adventures, heroic courage, and talent.
Bad water isn't good for your health, Van.
My energy...
Childish.
I won't forgive you... I definitely won't forgive you.
Jeez!
Hey, Van!
Aren't you going to use this?
Never mind! I want to walk! Leave me alone!
Isn't it hot?
It's not hot!
As if it's not...
Isn't it good to be you?
You're fine without water.
How can it be this hot...?
Van, Van?
Van!!
It's water!
Water! Water! Water!
Give me water...
Here you go!
The water!
Don't throw the water away...
Do you really want to drink?
Y-Yeah...
There is water. Over there.
Over there.
It's not... an illusion...
What is an illusion?
How did you know that there was water over here?
It gave out a scent.
A scent of beautiful water.
Water's... scent?
Because it smells different...
This is the best!
Cool and refreshing!
Why?
What?
You didn't smile until now.
The water cooled down my scorching head. Now I'm in Full-Happy mode.
"Full-Happy mode”?
Never mind, both of you try and dive in. It feels nice.
You! I'm sure...
My name is Irvine.
Just when I thought I heard bandits, it turned out to be that kid from back then instead.
"Kiddo"? I have a proper name, you know! It's Van!
Get out of the lake, kiddo.
I won't hand him over'!
I won't ever hand Sieg over to the likes of you!
Don't worry.
I don't do two jobs at once.
That's my policy.
Two jobs?
A bodyguard?
This colony is a precious oasis here.
Runaway soldiers from the Empire that have become bandits come and attack periodically.
Bandits?
Yeah.
That's why I was hired.
I see...
And... what do you mean by "periodically"?
They come at a certain time.
The villagers said today is the day.
This is like killing two birds with one stone.
That Wild Zoid looks like its worth a fortune.
That thing hopped into our turf just like that.
Moreover, so did that brat.
I'll pay back him back for what he did in the desert, many times over!
Bodyguards?
Yup!
We can't just leave after getting this much water and food without expressing our gratitude.
In other words, that's...
... policy.
You're a hindrance!
H-Hindrance?
I alone am enough to be their bodyguard.
You won't be of any use. In other words, a hindrance.
Let's fight! One more time!
Who's that?! Why did-
Van.
It's "Happy-Mode", right?
Those two make a good couple.
What Van said...
Is true.
Is what he said wrong?
It's not wrong, but l...
Do you... hate us?
Nope. Not really...
Do I ever look pathetic?
Rosso, he's just a kid. There's no need for you to be out in the field.
You guys blew it.
T-That''s...
l am not blaming you.
If that Wild Zoid is a genuine Organoid, it's only natural that you would fail.
The legendary Zoid which possesses the hidden potential that rivals all others.
Don't tell me that you believe it.
Viola, legends are passed down because there are people who believe them.
And I believe them.
How should I use it...
What an annoying guy. He really irritates me.
What's wrong with him...
Who does he think he is? Making fun of me...
I've never met a guy like him before.
Van, are you all right?
Did you get hurt?
I'm fine.
That was close.
Thank you.
But why did the ground suddenly collapse?
It must be because of the aquifers.
Aquifers?
In this area, there are aquifers everywhere underground.
Thanks to those, our village is called "The Oasis of the Desert.”
They make our village prosperous.
Why is it like this?
Those who are obsessed by money sucked up the water without care. This is the consequence.
The ground sank.
We have to make good use of what nature has given us.
If you take too much, the balance will certainly collapse, and we will meet our end.
I'm doing fine with this guy.
Right, Sieg?
I'm not?
Wrong. Sieg senses something.
Here they come.
Now it's war.
Hurry, Sieg!
We can't lose to that guy!
That's... hey, Sieg!
A Guysack, a Molga, and two Command Wolves.
And also...
a Red Horn.
Sieg! Where are you going?
What're you doing? This isn't the time to be playing around in the water!
Again?
For bandits, they have a really strong force.
But numbers aren't the winning factor,
Zoid-piloting skill is!
Hurry up, I want to go fight now!
Sieg, that's enough!
Van.
Aren't you going to go guard?
I want to!
But Sieg is...
What in the world's happening?
Aren't you going?
I'm coming!
You're good.
This is intense...
I'll make up for what I missed!
I've been waiting for this.
I'm your opponent!
W-What?
You're the boss, right? Fight with me!
A kid?
This is bad! There's still more?!
You're mine!
He predicted it?
That's impossible!
It was almost a direct hit...
No way... he dodged a surprise attack from above?
He read the enemy's move.
Is it coincidence? Or is the kid...
Too bad!
Let's see how skilled he really is.
This guy... is trying to escape?
Hey! Where do you think you're going?
I told you, I don't do two jobs at once.
Hey, are you serious?
Heh, looks like you were dumped by your partner.
This is unfair. Fights should be one-on-one.
This is not a childish game!
It's a war of survival!
It's useless wherever you run. Just how long do you intend on playing this game of tag?
I'll teach you that I have the edge on speed.
I'll let you know that I'm luring you to into trap first.
Listen carefully, kiddo.
The Organoid is not something that you should have.
I'll at least spare your life if you hand it over quietly.
An "Organoid” is?
He means Sieg.
Clever people live a longer life. Think it over.
What should I do? There are three opponents.
Missiles left:
Two.
l only have one chance...
But there's no way...
There's no way I'd hand Sieg over to them!
Where is it?
Where in the world did it go?
What's wrong, kiddo?
What's your answer?
I'm too hot-headed. Cool down...
If I keep cool, I'm sure I'll think of a good plan.
If you want water, here's some.
Water?
You wanted to cool your head off, didn't you?
Fiine can smell the scents of nature.
She can also smell water in this desert...
The aquifers!
Time's up.
It's sink or swim!
Don't blame me, kiddo.
Fiine, tell me!
Where will the water near here erupt from?
There.
That rock?
Yes.
Planning to hide there?
Sieg taught me how to fight without getting fired up,
and how to win with the help of nature!
Idiot. Just were are you aiming?
W-What!?
I've done it! Sieg! Fiine!
Our victory was all thanks to you guys!
You brat!
No way!
I'm saved...
That's dirty! Stealing the finishing move.
That's really dirty.
I just did what was efficient.
That's my policy too.
"Efficient"...
What is that?
That means I don't put in unnecessary effort.
But what if I was easily defeated?
What exactly were you going to do?
Next time we meet, I'll surely take Sieg with my own power.
Make sure to remember it.
That person...
sure believed in Van.
Huh?
That you would not lose.
Don't tell me that he deliberately...
Impossible! That must be wrong!
I'll Remember it.
I won't forget this humiliation.
Let's take off too, to search for Zoid Eve!
But if you throw the water out again, I'll never forgive you!
Yo! I'm Van.
Damn it. My Shield Liger is hurt.
A cheerful lady named Moonbay appeared before us in a Gustav and fixed Shield Liger!
Just when I was thinking, "Lucky!" and, "Thank you!", something...
Hey! What's wrong with these swarming Guysacks?!
Next time, Zoids episode 05!
Sleeper Trap.
I'm excited to see you again next time!