Let's Play (?) Super Robot Wars Z3 Tengoku Part 3

FINAL STAGE - THE ENDLESS WORLD

Out in space, the Sidereal vice-commander trio are in a pitched battle against Angeloi Arcas. The so-called servants of god have been appearing all over the worlds, intent on destroying everything. Shikoku suddenly feels a change in the currents of the Power of Death, which is suddenly focusing on the Blue Earth.

Back at Blue Earth, an allied force of old friends and ELS are holding the line against the Arcas. Gino somehow expresses surprise that SHUTTING OFF THE SVALINN RESULTED IN AN ENEMY INVASION. But, Anya says, they will be the Earth's shield instead. Jeremiah and Toudou remind everybody what will happen if the enemy gets through. Jamil states that these black Angeloi are the servants of the Angels, while Katy yells for the battle lines to be reformed. Harry yells that their future lays ahead of this trial, and Gyunei shouts that mankind isn't dying today. The Archangel and the Akatsuki are here as well, with Mwu shouting that they'll just have to make a miracle happen themselves.

Z-BLUE, having successfully retreated into Es Terran's orbit, sorties with 20 deployment slots available. The shockwave from the Supreme's rebirth appears to have cracked the planet in two, which is now wreathed in an expanding cloud of dust. A force of Votaries arrive, having come back from their pillaging of the other worlds. They call out to the Angels for guidance. A voice resounds from the planet, telling them that it is nothing to be concerned about. They, the faithful, were promised eternity. And so it shall be, but those who would destroy eternity have come. The Votaries yell that they will destroy Z-BLUE in Advent's stead, and he praises them as being good children. And so the battle kicks off, with Amuro stating that you'll have to break through the Votaries and return to Es Terran.

The enemy force consists of four Zel Billennium, eight El Millennium and fifteen pairs of Angeloi Arcas. Being the final scenario, there is no SR point.

Once you defeat the Votaries, there's still no sign of any activity from Es Terran. But after another couple of turns pass, Saint Advent's voice reverberates across the field saying that the time of rebirth is at hand. He will now break Heaven's Prison and usher in the dawn of a new world. Something bad starts happening, and Chamber reports that his sensors have just given up. An amount of Origin Law far beyond Prodigium or Shurouga is detected, and the universe it starts to break, bathing them in light.

Hibiki looks around, wondering where this is. Saint Advent appears, saying that this is the interval between existence and nothingness. He tells Hibiki that he loves him. Hibiki demands to know how he escaped the dimensional prison. Saint Advent replies that if you had trapped him a bit earlier, it would have been game over. But with three immortal souls within him, how could he not escape? He notes that Hibiki seems to be completely unharmed by his power, and Hibiki replies that he's no longer going to cower in fear of the Angels. Saint Advent replies that Z-BLUE rose above and beyond his expectations. And he has a special place for Hibiki, who rose to every challenge that Advent set before him. When he spoke of loving Hibiki, he was speaking from his very heart.

Hibiki tells him to shut up. Neither he, nor Asakim, nor the people of Earth are his possessions to do with as he pleases. Saint Advent replies by asking Hibiki if he doesn't want to welcome a new world together with him. That lovely place he found, the Volunteer Club is it called? Perhaps the Whispered girl prophesied that this day would come, and thus created it. And Saint Advent chooses Hibiki to bear memories of this world to the next. And if he so wishes... but Hibiki cuts him off, flatly refusing. If Advent fancies himself God, then how about he saves every single human? And if he can't do that then they as humans will do it in his stead. And that is why I love you, replies Saint Advent. Even though he has transcended the Angels, you still pass judgment upon him. Yet Hibiki's decision was the wrong one. Instead of being one who will preside over the birth of the new world, he will instead simply witness the end of the old one. Hibiki yells for him to wait, but Saint Advent says this is farewell.

Elsewhere, Asakim appears to the other three Reactors, who try to call out to him. But he doesn't answer, no matter how much they try to reach him.

Back in the real world, an enormous being of energy has appeared. It dwarfs Es Terran in its size, though is probably of comparable size to the TTGL or Diebuster, who are both heads on a map instead of a background image. Saint Advent introduces you to the new Supreme. And this planet shall become the end of mythology, where the new world shall be born from the ashes of the old world. But he speaks not of Es Terran, but the planet behind you. Z-BLUE turns around to find the Blue Earth sitting there, minus the Svalinn. Saint Advent explains that both Chaos Cosmos and Es Terran have been destroyed, and thusly Heaven's Prison is no more. Haman asks what he means by Heaven's Prison. Advent calls it an eternity where nothing is born, a prison that the Angels call their Paradise. A place where the Angels spend eternity in idle depravity, without creation or development. But he alone broke free of there, and has completed his rebirth as a being surpassing the Angels. Together with this, the Supreme Z! Not Sol, a named that will be perish along with the old world. But a new name, as befits a new world filled with light and hope. Just as world begins with Alpha, it will end with Z (Omega).

Alto asks him if he's really just going to let the world end, and Saint Advent replies that it pains him too. But the span of 120 million years filled with the world with incomplete lifeforms. Improper evolution leads to the birth of evil gods and destroyers, who in turn prevent other species from reaching Shinka. So he decided that, in accordance with the universe's will, he will allow all creation to return to nothingness, and then create the world anew from there. And so he will welcome the world's ending with the greatest of joy. And Char finally realizes it - the reason the Angels won't permit other species from reaching Shinka. They fear the loss of their own supremacy. Saint Advent agrees with this. But he is no longer a mere servant of God. Instead, he has realized his own purpose and become God itself. This is it, yells AG. This is why he hates them. That arrogance that they alone are right, and they alone are correct. God!? He'll never forgive somebody who so shamelessly names himself that. Saint Advent says that he, The Edel Bernal, used a great many means to stand against him, a Devil to his God. AG replies that he's happy to be the Devil if it means he can wipe the smirk off Advent's face. Hibiki asks how can he, as "God" stand to let everything but him perish? Doesn't it hurt, to watch countless lives extinguished because of his decision? Saint Advent replies that it is because he can bear that pain that he is worthy to be God. To the sake of the world's salvation, he is prepared to endure any and all pain and suffering gladly.

Your words will not move him. He will guide the Power of Death to end the universe, and then guide the Power of Life to the reborn world. For that purpose, he must now have you, so overflowing with the Power of Life, venture to the ends of causal horizon. Or in words you might be more familiar with, completely erased. He summons several more Zel Billennium to aid his cause. Kei yells that you'll just have to defeat him and fix the world themselves. Advent replies that he doesn't think you fools. After all, you defeated Vildark, Asakim and the Prodigium. But what stands before you is the Supreme. With the power of eight Spheres and four immortal lives at its disposal, its might is far beyond anything you can imagine. AG reports that in five minutes, spacetime will begin to collapse. Well then, says Z-BLUE, turning to their own resident god. We'll have to settle it in one. Advent tells you to come at him with all that you are. He will inscribe upon your very being, what it means to challenge God.

The enemy force now consists of the Supreme Z (500000 HP), and eight Zel Billennium. For a last boss, Saint Advent is *fairly* beefy. 4820 base armour, 252 targeting, 350 in melee/ranged/skill, superpower L9, Pressure L4, and Threefold Action. His MAP weapon hits a massive area 9 deep with little safe spots dotted throughout it.

Once you damage him a bit, Tycho realizes how little effect your attacks seem to be having. Advent replies that is you add 1's together enough, you will eventually 100. Crow yells that's how he pays his debts back. But, says Advent, that logic doesn't apply to him - for God is immutable. He instantly restores all of the damage you've inflicted upon him. Advent says that it pains him to do this. If only you would just behave yourselves and accept your fate, he wouldn't need to torment you so. But now you understand, yes? Even if you somehow harm the Supreme, he can render your efforts meaningless in an instant. Everybody turns to Traia for an idea, but she shakes her head. There's no kind of boundary she can generate that'll hold back that sheer quantity of Origin Law. The wind is taken out of everybody's sails, and Advent says that despair will drag you down into a profound darkness. But he will save you, by taking your lives.

Dozens of El Millenniums appear at his beck. They were not summoned here, he merely willed them into existence. Creation from nothing, the power of God. But even that won't be enough to crush your spirits, so he will do this instead. He births into existence twelve white Zel Billenniums, that he introduces as the Neo Reactors. False existences that he created, each able to draw upon the power of a Sphere. They will now liberate you from long years of suffering. Rest now in his arms, o' old Reactors. At long last, he finally understands you a little. Your hearts have brought despair under control, but it is time for you to accept him. Even if you perish here, you will someday be reborn in the new world. For today is not the end, but a new beginning. Hibiki replies that Advent really doesn't understand a thing. So long as Z-BLUE lives, they will fight. So if he wants to break their spirits, he'll simply have to kill them. If he wants to snuff out the Power of Life he so fears, take his best shot. Advent replies that he is sad... the first time perhaps in 120 million years that he has felt this way. But he will overcome that pain and grant your wish. As his final mercy he will...

But suddenly the El Millenniums start taking damage. Sardias calls you up to apologise for making you wait. The Sidereal remnants have arrived to lend you their strength. They'll take care of the mooks, so you focus on the big guy. Kati Mannequin of the New Federation contacts you to tell you that they will pledge all they have left to assist you, so don't give up. Yzak and Dearka tell you to leave the defence of Earth to them. Izumo contacts you as well, saying that the armies of Altair will join as well. And they will fight until their last. Amata explains to Kagura that Izumo is their dad, a fact that Kagura seems bemused by. Henken and Jamil similarly ring you to tell you not to worry about them. AG reports that an alliance of ELS and Vajra, as well as the BM3 fleet and the forces of several other star systems have arrived to defend the Earth. Advent says that if they wish to give up their lives early, that's fine too. The El Millenniums break off and head toward the Earth, which is bad news. Our allies, stalwart as they are, haven't achieved Shinka Fusion. Advent says that this is the inevitable result, since they deactivated the barrier themselves. What a tragedy, he laments, that your meaningless resistance only serves to cause more suffering. But Z-BLUE tell him not to write off our allies just yet. AG tells Advent that he's about to see the hidden potential of humans. Energy suddenly flows into the Z-Crystal from the Earth, and Traia says that the Svalinn was turned off in advance to preserve the last of its energy to send to Z-BLUE.

Kessen begins playing unfortunately. On Earth, Relena yells that they will fight together with Z-BLUE. Ougi believes in your victory. Xingke yells that even if he cannot join you on the battlefield, he is with you. Mineva yells that Z-BLUE is everyone's hope. Albert yells that he believes the future, in you. Cornelia and Schneizel say that you are their pride and dreams. And that's why, Nunally says, they aren't afraid.

At a laboratory, Kudan Mira reports that all of the ZONEs and Wrath Babylon's Reishi Extraction System are operating normally. Lakshata thanks her for her help, since she helped advanced their research a lot. Right now, the Leylines and the ZONEs are sending everybody's power to Z-BLUE. Not just the Blue Earth, but the Green Earth, the colonies, the moon, Mars... the lot, basically. Shikishima says that they've done what they can, and Professor Yumi says the rest is up to Z-BLUE. The three professors cheer for Z-BLUE, and Billy says they're entrusting you with everything.

In Kamina City, Rossiu yells that you've always overcome everything, and you'll do it this time too. Ridget and Bellows yell that the hearts of everyone are with you.

At the Kurogane House, Tsubasa assures Takeru's mum that Z-BLUE will win the day. Shiro, Kaoru, Makkie, Lorelai and Namida cheer for Z-BLUE.

In a small shop by the habor, the Jin family and Watta's friends cheer for Kappei, Uchuuta and Keiko and the shachou. Heizaemon yells for you to give it your all, and Umemoto says that he believes in the strength of you and your machines.

Vanilla cheers for Z-BLUE in a pathetic manner (PLEASE DON'T LOSE YOU GUYS) and Cocona chides him. Gouto says that now it's come to this, they'll give their all. Kiderra doesn't know what this power of life stuff is, but count him in. Fyana tells Chirico to make sure to come back.

Chief Otsuka says to Shirota that there's no need to worry if Z-BLUE's on the job.

Belthorchika says that right now, mankind has become one. Hayato believes that the light of the human heart will illuminate the future. Kai says that the age will change now, but who knows what lays ahead.

Sally muses that this power transcends conflict, and that humanity won it for themselves. Lady Une agrees. And, says Mariemaia, everybody understands one another. That way lies the future, says Dorothy. And we'll win, says Seina.

Olba comments to his brother that he's not a fan of relying on others. But, says Shagia, they have no choice but to acknowledge their strength. So they'll entrust their future to you.

Syam is convinced that they'll win, and that the future has already come.

Sochie shouts at the moon that the Earth is a wonderful place, so he should hurry up and come home. Kihel says that there's no need for concern, since Loran isn't the type to break promises. Dianna agrees. Guen says they really believe in Z-BLUE.

On a beach, Angel says that the last page of Metropolis is yours to fill.

Saji cheers Z-BLUE on, while Louise says that they'll pray for you. Kyouko says they'll give it their all, so you better win, roars Ono D. Don't lose Z-BLUE, yells Shinji.

Everyone's emotions fill Z-BLUE, filling them with power. Basara yells about how much soul it is, and Mylene says that it's the power of the entire Earth's people. And not just them, says Char. They can feel the souls of everybody they know gathering here. Conroy snaps to attention, promising Daguza that he'll do ECOAS proud. Simon thanks Kittan for lending them his strength. Setsuna promises Neil that he and the world will change. Sousuke salutes Kalinin, saying that he will live on. Lelouch apologises, thanking those who died for still lending him their strength. Tessa tells Leonard that she knows that he can't abide by the existence of Advent either. Kaname says that even without Sophia's whispering, they will bring about the world she wished for with their own power. Riddhe thanks Marida for guiding him. Char says that Frontal believes in the future too, as does Lalah. Advent wonders what's going on - because this isn't just Earth's Origin Law. Amuro yells that Z-BLUE now possesses the power to defeat him. Advent replies that this is nonsense. The Angels were born of all of Es Terran's life merging together, and he is a union of those Angels. And we're the same, says Ryouma. All of the wishes of Earth's people are flowing into them, and those wishes have become one. Advent realizes that the entirety of Earth has arrived at the Truth.

That is correct, says Fudou GEN, arriving on the scene. They no longer need guidance, says Fudou ZEN. The time has come to part. You will be completely freed from the fetters of the higher order beings. Now go, says ZEN, together with love, courage and hope. They leave. Kaworu chuckles, and Zeus comments that he came to watch over this battle as well. Advent realizes that, at long last, a species has arrived at the Truth. That's right, says Hibiki, so stop thinking that you alone are special. We're fighting, not just with all of humanity, but all of life yells Suzune. Advent replies that he will acknowledge you. Even if it's only for a few minutes, he will bless the Earthlings who reached the Truth. Because he is still an immutable existence, so you still have no chance of victory. Are you quite sure about that, asks Crow. Land says that it isn't just Z-BLUE who derived power from the Earth. Advent asks what they're on about, and Setsuko yells to Asakim, who finally replies. The infinite power of life has called him back from his nightmares. Advent demands to know what Asakim thinks he can do at this late hour, and Asakim replies not much. But with the power of the Spheres gathered, this monster he calls the Supreme can grant his one wish. To die. Advent's jaw drops at the notion that Asakim would willingly give up his immortality. Asakim replies that somebody who became God wouldn't understand, but that was the reason that drove him all this time. Advent demands to know why the Supreme Z is granting Asakim's wish. Asakim replies that Advent, who lost the meaning of life, cannot become one with the Taiyoku - the Supreme. The meaning of the Taikyoku, meaning life. Land yells that they heard Asakim's wish loud and clear. Setsuko tells him that they will grant his wish and end everything. For the first time, Advent's cheerful demeanor cracks, and he yells at you to stop pretending you have a chance. He is a being that transcended the Angels, the sole thing that will escape the World Collapse.

Roger replies that for the first time, he's shown them the anger in the recesses of his heart. Lelouch smirks that even a man who styles himself God can lose his temper. Advent tries to play it off as Doctrine's emotions bleeding into him, but Hibiki says he's wrong. It's because, for all his pretense, he's a human. He surpassed humanity, surpassed the Angels, and became God. Yet, says Alto, he still got angry at Doctrine for exiling him, became depressed, and now delights in the power he's acquired. So how, asks Sousuke, is he any different from a human? Noriko says that they're not going to lose to someone who is neither immortal nor truly divine. Advent splutters that he is God, who will save the universe. Ledo yells that Man isn't God, nor do they need to become it. Banagher says that if he had just worked together with them, they could have found another way. But instead, says Ryouma, he just drowned in his own power and lost his way. Meaning he's no God, just another villain to defeat. And we'll beat him, save the universe for the sake of all that live. Because we're Z-BLUE, and that's our bloody job! Advent bitterly comments that mere humans have no place rejecting him. Hibiki tells him to give it a rest and admit it, he's a human just like them. AG reminds you that you've got five minutes, and Hibiki tells Advent that it's high time we finish this.

The final enemy force now consists of the regenerated Supreme Z, and the twelve Neo Reactors (71000 HP). End this once and for all.

When you defeat the Supreme Z, Advent yells about how absurd this is. Hibiki tells him to shut up that he lost, to humans. Advent loses it and calls you all shitheads, and Hibiki says that at the very end, he showed his true colours. But it was all for naught, since AG reports that the collapse of the dimensional boundary has start at a rate higher than his expectations. The universe begins falling apart, Advent laughs like a maniac. In the end, no matter how much garbage like you struggles, the outcome is the same. Such is Fate, that which useless, powerless insects such as yourselves cannot hope to overcome. Crow yells for Advent to just shut up already. Hibiki breaks away from the rest of Z-BLUE and flies to the head of the Supreme. Now that Advent's power is broken, he should be able to do it. He should be able to hijack the Supreme Z with the Quarreling Twins. Traia tells him to stop, because he'll drown in the souls of all of Es Terran's life. Hibiki ignores her and yells to Kei, Orson and Ziene that the Super Singularity they need should be inside of this thing somewhere. He yells for them to save the world, because all of lives of the universe are wishing to live.

And with everybody wishing to live, they should be able to pull it off. Advent scoffs at Hibiki. If he, who isn't a a higher order being tries it, he'll be swept out of the bounds of causality by the Origin Law. He'll never be able to reincarnate again. And that's fine, says Hibiki. Advent is stunned that Hibiki isn't afraid of dying, of disappearing. This is what it means to gamble one's life. Suzune yells to Hibiki, who says goodbye to her and then ejects her from the Geminion. Kallen asks if he's intending to die, and Hibiki replies that he's merely repaying you guys, who saved him. Kittan and Lelouch were prepared to make that sacrifice, so he will too. But Suzune teleports back into the cockpit, telling him that he's the one who should get out. She has two personalities within, so she should be able to use the Twins' power to hijack the Supreme. But there's no meaning in that, yells Hibiki, because he... but she cuts him off, telling him that she's not going to sit idly by and watch somebody she loves sacrifice himself. Hibiki replies that it's the same for him. Simon yells at the two of them in amusement, that they picked the World Collapse of all places for a lover's quarrel.

The rest of Z-BLUE form around Hibiki, and Kamille says that he's wrong if he thinks he's the only Reactor of the Quarreling Twins. After all they've been through, they've all overcome opposing emotions. All of them have risen over hope and despair to make it this far. So they're all goign to use the Twins' power. Suzune asks if that's even possible, and Hibiki says that it should be possible. After all, the Quarreling Twins is humans themselves. The Twelve Spheres represent the myriad emotions of humans, and their combined form is the Taikyoku - in other words, the living contradictions known as humans. And the Quarreling Twins is a microcosm of the Taikyoku, the "core" of the twelve Spheres. Crow yells for Traia and AG to crank the Z-Crystal up to 11 to connect them to Hibiki. And while we'll at it, we'll fix the universe for an encore with a Spacetime Restoration. Kei, Orson and Ziene get into position. AG says that this might break the Z-Crystal but what the hell, and throws the switch. Hibiki smiles but Lelouch tells him that it's a bit early for that. We're fixing the world that originated as a result of the Great Quake, so it's anybody's guess what the new world will be like. But even still, better than the world just ending. But for now, let's make a miracle happen. Hibiki activates all twelve of the Spheres and seizes control of the Supreme. The Geminion starts to break apart, but Kei yells that it's no good. Even with Shinka Fusion, the accumulated will of all of the life in the universe is too much. Advent taunts you that, like he said, it's impossible for you. And now it's all going to end. Hibiki tells him to shut up, because not one of them is going to throw in the towel. Land says that if he's got time for gloating, how about he help out? Advent is kind of stunned by the suggestion, but Setsuko says that he, as an Angel, should have reached the Truth. And so, says Crow, why not try to save everything IN the universe while we're at it.

He asks if you intend for him to obey you, but Hibiki says they're ASKING him to HELP. Because he's one of the living things in this universe. Happiness, anger, sadness, enjoyment... now that he has them all, he's taken back his human heart. Now that he has lost his immortality and felt the fear of death, he should be able to remember the splendor of life. He says nothing, but merely sighs. He admits defeat. He couldn't become God, for he doesn't deserve to. And of all the emotions in his heart, he thinks he prefers happiness to sorrow. He wants to apologise, not just to Hibiki but to all life. He will carry out his original duty and protect everything. AG yells to Kei, who says that this time they'll restore all of the worlds. Or rather, we'll create something new from them. And what lays ahead will be decided by the wishes of all who live. AG freaks out, since it's actually beginning this time. Advent feels the accumulation of the wishes of all life coming together as one. Kei gets a voiced event here, surprisingly.
"And now, everything will end.. and a new pluralised world will begin!"

There is a massive light show as the Restoration takes place, bathing everything in light. And the light gives way to a darkness. Hibiki cannot see or hear anything, and figures that the world ended. But no, says AG, this is where it all begins. And suddenly, a vast sea of stars blooms into existence. The pluralised world is returning to the way it once was, before the Great Quake. And as the Restoration takes hold, each of them will be returned to their respective worlds. Which means that the band will be split up for good. But that doesn't mean that their memories of all the time they spent together with fade. The anger, the tears, the laughter, the meetings, the partings, the fighting. They all lived as much as they could. But it's not like this is an eternal parting, says Banjou. Amuro believes the day will come when mankind controls spacetime. Basara says that if their hearts burn, time and space don't mean a thing. Their memories are eternal, and who knows, maybe that's the destination of their Shinka. This is the moment that they all fought for. But their fight isn't over yet, since the fight called life continues ever onward...

Elsewhere, Land figures it was them. Crow knew that they'd lend their strength. Uther replies that a part of each of their souls were retained within the Spheres. And, Im says, the Power of Life coming from the Earth awoke them temporarily. Setsuko looks sad, but Barbiel tells her that she shouldn't be. Elunaruna says that with the Supreme's erasure, the Spheres will disappear. Shikuu says that here, in the gap between Life and Death, their souls will be liberated. Vildark says that there's no regrets to be had - they each did the best they could, and the universe was saved. Crow asks if they'll meet again, and Uther replies that it's possible. Im says that they'll wait for you, and Barbiel says that they can enjoy themselves when they meet again. Land comments that it's kind of unsettling to hear him say that, but Eluna says that story is a long way off yet. Because their lives still shine, says Shikuu. And so long as it does, finishes Vildark, they're to live life to the fullest. Asakim thanks them. Now he can find a new wind to bear him aloft. Because the wind is calling him... a voice that he's heard before. Gadlight asks where Hibiki is, and Crow replies that he's got his own stuff to deal with. Vildark asks Crow to relate to him that he's to live a strong life. Land, Setsuko and Crow bid farewell to the other Reactors, as the space disappears.

Elsewhere, AG bids farewell to Hibiki. He is going to take the last of the Power of Death with him, and go beyond the bounds of causality and the samsara. Hibiki starts to protest but AG says that it's fine, he had plenty of fun already. Now that the pluralised world has ended, both his curiosity and his purpose have been fulfilled. But wasn't it a ride? Not only did they beat the Angels, but they also pissed on Advent's parade to boot. Advent comments that AG is beyond redemption. Advent bids farewell to Hibiki as well, saying that even if he looks, there won't be a place for him in the new world. So he will go beyond the bounds of the world, and watch the universe usher in a new age. Hibiki says that the time might might come in the future, when mankind reaches the end of Shinka and becomes higher order being. But they won't become something that tries to control the fates of others. Advent replies that if that is the future you have chosen, he will only bless you, who overcame him. AG gripes that at the very end, he's talking down to them. Advent replies that it's time for he, the man who tried to become God and The Edel, the man called the Devil to take their leave of this place. AG says goodbye, and says to give his best to the others. They vanish into nothingness, leaving Hibiki alone with Suzune. Hibiki turns to her and says that in a world without gods or devils, they'll have to decide their destination for themselves.

At Traia's lab, Esther announces that the Solarian's upgrading is finished. Traia replies that now that AG and the Z-Crystal have vanished, the ship's got a new job waiting for it. Namely, says Marguerite, the new celestial pillar bridging the parallel worlds and the gate to control it, that appeared in Earth's orbit. The Solarian's gonna set sail through it, and go to survey the state of the new world, the so-called Superdimensional World. Marguerite says that from here, mankind has not just space to expand to, but other worlds entirely. And, says Esther, we'll be able to reunite with the rest of Z-BLUE earlier than expected. Traia tells her to hold her horses, since they're still at the planning stage. According to the intel they've received from Ziene at the Gate Administration Bureau, they're not the first ones to try jumping in feet first. They heard from Sardias, who informed them that now that Sidereal's gone, the center of the galaxy is at peace... but for how long? Esther sighs that he couldn't just let it end without naysaying. In any case, says Traia, the world has changed. Together, they overcame the stars and the dimensions and reached the Truth. That's probably the reason the Gate exists, suggests Marguerite. Traia asks Crow if he wants to try his hand at being a Gate Traveler instead of a DM Buster, but he declines. He'd rather not take the gamble, and just find a more mundane way to pay back his debt. Marguerite asks how much he has left, the last she heard it was 500k. Crow, with clear hesitation, says it's back a million once the cost of repairing after the last battle was figured in. Traia reminds him that she was all for just dismantling it, but he insisted she repair it. Crow replies that after all they went through together, he's not about to abandon his partner. Traia comments to herself that she likes that part of him, which is why the lab is eating 80% of the cost. Marguerite asks how he's going to pay it back with no more DMs left, and he replies that there's a number of ways. Maybe he'll become a mercenary, or form an acrobatics team. Traia tells to think about it carefully, but the lab'll find something for him to do if need be. Such as helping out the Martian settlers, suggests Marguerite. Or becoming a lab assistant like her, suggests Esther. Whatever he chooses, Traia replies that he shouldn't forget to pay it back while swimming in all this newfound hope. Crow chuckles that while the world changes, his situation doesn't. But he doesn't mind. Traia wonders what the rest of Z-BLUE are up to now.

Back in the Orguss world, Kei is reunited with Mimsie. He won't leave her again, because he's not a Singularity anymore - just plain ol' Katsuragi Kei. Shaia reminds him that making out on the bridge is against the rules. Jabi asks them to go to the living room, since Captain is struggling with the twins. Kei was surprised to see that Captain's back in once piece. Momu yells at Kei, reminding him that as a dad, it's his job to watch his own kids. Athena quips that the Singularity who saved the world is no match for his own children. Kei tells Orson to quit acting like a bystander and help look after his brother and sister. Orson has a puzzled look, but Jabi explains that since Orson married Kei's daughter, the twins would be his in-laws. Orson rolls up his sleeves.

Back in VOTOMS world, Vanilla praises him for beating such a fearsome opponent. Gouto comments that, compared to a Real Battle, this kind of Battling is kind of underwhelming. Chirico replies that he won't fire his gun again, until the time comes that he has no choice. His friends agree that's best for him. Shako reports that the first round of the semifinals is over, and Teitania won as expected. Which means that Chirico is going up against her in the finals. Shako tells Chirico to win, and Chirico replies that he intends to do just that. He's going to use the winnings to pay for Vanilla and Cocona's honeymoon after all. So they're all going to back to Kummen to visit their friends. Fyana wishes him luck, she's going to brew some coffee in the meantime. Chirico muses that he won't carry a gun anymore, so long as nobody appears to threaten him or Fyana. The hardwon peace that he fought for together with Z-BLUE made be fleeting, but that's fine. Because he's together with Fyana.

Out in space, Basara tracks down the space whales. They sing and he decides to sing back, but Mylene reminds him that it was doing stuff like this that got them pulled into a spacetime quake in the first place. But Basara doesn't care, because he's Basara. Gamlin reports back to Max, who asks him to bring Basara back to the Battle 7 if possible. Basara asks if Gamlin's here to interrupt his singing, and Gamlin apologises but he's going to capture Basara because it's getting in the way of him spending time with Mylene. But Basara doesn't care, and he resumes singing to the space whales, the galaxy, the dimensions. Anybody who'll listen, basically.

Sheryl yells for Alto to get back down here this instant. Ranka asks if he's flying around in circles with the EX Gear again, and Sheryl exasperatedly replies that he took a shine to this new planet's sky. They're supposed to be on a survey mission, but it kind of ended up a picnic where people were allowed to bring family and lovers. Which is why Luca invited Nanase who, ignorant of his intentions, runs off to hang with Ranka. Kathy, watching Alto still flying in circles, comments that his obsession with the sky is a little worrisome. Not at all, says Ozma. Everybody harbors a wish to explore the unknown sky, which is the Frontier spirit that allowed them to make peace with the Vajra. Brera watches Alto go, and Ozma tells him to go bring Alto back down. Alto sees him coming and takes off, saying that Brera won't catch him today. He's going to fly in this sky to his heart's content, and then go back to where Sheryl is.

In Dancouga world, Tanaka thanks Team D for all this hard work until now. Team-D is officially dissolved as of today. They all stare at him wordlessly, and Tanaka states that they will be paid a severance for fulfilling their contract to help them ease back into society. And what's more, he's not going to wipe their memories as a special bonus. Aoi asks if it's possible for them to keep going as Team-D. He replies that the battle is over, but Johnny reminds him of Dancouga's original purpose. To protect the species as it expands throughout the universe. And maybe they can hitch a ride with WILL when he goes to visit his home. F.S. asks if they're sure, and they all nod. Therefore, he gives them their first orders: soar upon the wings of Dancouga and explore the new world. Aoi is sure that they'll be able to meet up with the original Dancouga team and the rest of Z-BLUE again.

The Aquarion team are dumped into a forest. In the distance, they see their old Element School. They all cheer to back in their own world and time. Apollo tells the other two that their world will keep getting bigger, and that they'll see the others again.

The EVOL Elements end up back on the steps of Holy Angel Academy. Donar and Suomi are there to welcome them home. Kagura looks around for the Aquarion, but there's no sign of it. Zessica says it's fine, the battle's over anyway. And if a battle flares up again, the Aquarion will surely turn up somewhere. But for now, they can just live here in this world, together with the people they love. Donar bristles at the sudden exchange of affection but Suomi reminds him that the ban was lifted, per Fudou. Andy says that they can show the rest of the school how friendly they've gotten, and Claire tells them that they're still inexperienced. They've still got a lot to learn, and when the time comes that they meet Z-BLUE again, she expects them to have grown accordingly.

In Kamina City, Rossiu is presiding over the wedding of Simon and Nia. Gimmy and Darry congratulate the two, and Leeron comments that they certainly put this off long enough. But now there's nothing left to get in the way. Nia says that they'll be together forever. Until the end of their lives, says Simon. Compared to eternity, it's a much shorter span, but a richer one for it. Viral says that it's okay if he takes it a little easier now that he's a married man, but Simon replies that their journey continues all the same.

Jung looks up at the sky, stating that the preparations to welcome them home have begun. She probably won't be around to meet them again, but in her place, the message of "Welcome home" will be delivered. But a voice calls her name, and another voice asks if she'd prefer to be called Madam President. Jung wheels around to see Noriko and Kazumi, who announce their safe return. Jung asks what happened, because Kazumi is young again. Noriko replies that's a long story that'll take some time to retell. Jung jokes that their early return ruined the big, world-sized preparations she had planned, but Noriko assures her it reached them. So instead, says Jung, she'll say "welcome home" in person.

Tycho gripes that they're being worked to the bone, and Casio says that since there are no more space monsters to fight, the Topless have to find other work. And not just the Topless, but all of mankind has to get ready. To leave the Sol System, and send envoys to the Sirius Alliance for the first time in millennia. And they get to be a part of those envoys. Nono arrives late, apologizing. She can't wait to get out there and see how the world is going to change. Nicola asks what she means, and Nono remarks that she thought she told them. Back when Sirius and the Earth were still networking, they tried to establish communication with the STMC. They all yell at her for remembering this AFTER they detonated BM3 and killed them all, and she apologises that she only remembered recently. Tycho says they'll find out if that plan went anywhere when they get to Sirius. Lal'C says that it'll be a long trip with mankind's newly recovered warp technology, but as long as she's with Nono, it'll be fine. Because the two of them will be together forever.

Shinji wakes up on the Red Earth, still the same familiar scene of devastation. Now that he's awake, Asuka is going to head back to Wille with Mari. In other words, says Mari, the time for playing at being friends is over. Shinji lapses into silence and Asuka comments that even after saving the world, he's still as hesitant as always. She asks him what he's going to do. He mumbles something and she tells him to say it plainly. He says that he doesn't know, but because he doesn't, he wants to think about it. Then that's fine, she says. From here on out, they're enemies again. They depart on about as friendly terms as you'd expect from 3.3 characters. Kaworu says that they should get going to. Shinji asks where, but AYANAMIREI replies that it's up to him. Shinji decides that no matter what might come of it, he'll move forward, one step at a time.

In his office in Paradigm City, Roger remarks that it's another gorgeous day. The days of constantly cloudy skies almost appear to be from another life. Norman delviers the morning paper, which reveals that Beck is up to his usual tricks. A shame that he had to go and ruin that nice little streak there at the end. Angel arrives as a client, and he welcomes her. She's probably got another tough job, he comments. But Dorothy says that he'll accept it, because he always sees the job through. Roger nods, he always tries to rise to his client's expectations. Because his name is Roger Smith, Paradigm City's Negotiator. A city with neither a past nor Memories, but whose future is as bright as the skies outside. And someday, he'd like to show the rest of Z-BLUE these skies.

In a laboratory, Denzel asks Setsuko if she's finished the presentation data yet. She replies that there's some parts she'd like to look over again, and asks for some more time. Once the data's perfected, the Virgola will be able to be formally mass produced. But even so, says Denzel, their job isn't over yet. The road of the GS Combat Action stretches ever onwards. The two of them didn't get sent back to their original worlds, so they decided to reform the Glory Star with Setsuko. Toby replies that he hasn't forgotten that, and they'll do the name of the Glory Star proud. And what's more, says Denzel, they've got another post besides their research: guarding the Gate. Setsuko is glad to hear it, because the Gate will surely mean she'll be able to see the rest of Z-BLUE again.

Kamille tells Amuro his intentions to return to being an engineering student, in order to develop mobile suits. Amuro comments that he might some day pilot a mobile suit that Kamille designed. But as for Amuro, he's going to pull back from the frontlines and just be a test pilot. Kamille says that going forward, he wants to build a mobile suit designed for deep space and hopes for Amuro try it out. Fa is going back to school to get her medical degree, and Four is going to become a student until she decides what she wants to do. Katz wants to join the military, assuming his dad lets him. Amuro says that he and Bright'll convince him. Hathaway expresses his wish to try his hand at botany. This is a good decision, since we know what happens when he's allowed to pilot a mobile suit.

Haman begins a broadcast of Neo Zeon's political goals. Katz is surprised that Char passed the reins of Neo Zeon to her, but Kamille says that Char said that it'll never get out from under the shadow of the old Zeon with him charge. Neo Zeon has dismantled all of its armaments, and has become a political backer for the colonies. Now that Chrono is gone, the people of the world can decide for themselves what to do, says Riddhe. Nigel appreciates Riddhe's spirit, and says that they'll resume training soon. Amuro seems lost in thought, and Bright asks if he's thinking about Char. Chan (or w/e) says that the battle between him and Char is over, and Belthorchika says that the other battle related to Amuro is still ongoing. Amuro jokes to Kamille that he and Banagher will have to make clear their intentions soon.

Out on the town, Takuya watches Haman's broadcast and comments how odd it was that they were just fighting alongside her. Banagher thanks Mineva (he still calls her Audrey, that's gotta get annoying) for taking some time to meet with them. She says that as of today, the Republic of Zeon ceases to exist. Henceforth, it will be a simple political organization. She's no longer the "princess of Zeon", but just a normal person trying to find something she can do. To that end, she intends to learn from Haman. He asks if he'll see her again, and she replies that she made him promise to come back to her, so now she'll make that promise in return. Captain comes to pick Mineva up, and gives his regards to Banagher. Banagher tells the Captain to take care of Mineva for him, and she's surprised he actually called her by her real name as opposed to the pseudonym she used for all of one episode. He's going to accept everything, and they can begin their relationship anew. He'll wait for her, and promises to come back. Banagher remarks that he might not pilot a Gundam again, but he believes in the future they chose.

At PLANT, Lacus thanks Cagalli for her hard work today. ORB is still carrying out its role as a mediator between the Earth and PLANT. And even though Chrono is gone, those toolboxes at Blue Cosmos are still around and raising cane. But Shinn says that's why they're there, to protect the world from people like them. Stella comments on how much Shinn has grown, and that she wants to help him. Mwu says that thanks to her rehabilitation in ORB, the side effects from her mind control have abated. So Mwu tells Shinn to take care of her. Kira comments that Luna will have another one to look after, and Luna says that she can handle another one. Kira tells Shinn that they'll work together, so as to not forget the lessons they learned from Z-BLUE. Shinn agrees, saying that they learned not to fight out of sadness, anger or hatred. The world might change, but that fact won't.

Back at the Jin family's place, Kouzuki yells at Kappei, who apparently just pulled a prank on him. Aki chides Kappei for not changing one bit after all that. Kappei's grandma thanks Keiko and Uchuuta for coming all the way out here. The Zambot and King Beal are being handed over to the military, and Ichitarou asks Heizaemon if this is the right thing to do. Heizaemon replies that the battle is over, but that their handing over of Zambot is temporary. Kappei suggests that they appropriate the Zambot for use like Watta, as the cornerstone of the Jin Great Company. He'll be the CEO, Ichitarou can be the COO, and Uchuuta and Keiko can be division heads. His dad Gengorou tells him to finish his homework before dreaming about starting his own company. Once he does, they'll take him out fishing so he can become a man of the sea.

In Banjou's office, Garrison replies that a client has arrived. The first job for the Haran Detective Agency. Beauty asks what the job entails, but Banjou says he doesn't know yet. He only knows that the client is a gorgeous woman. Reika and Beauty get into another cat fight, and I can only imagine that a pole slides down from the ceiling and Garrison brings in a tray of champagne. There's a knock at the door, and Banjou says that this is the start of their new battle. But the sun is with him, and he won't forget the days he fought alongside Z-BLUE.

Mer asks Land where they're headed to, and Land replies wherever they feel like. Because they're the wandering repair shop, Beater Service. Mer says that Land is so cool... except that their finances are in ruin so he better "feel like" heading somewhere with work. Land comments that there's a brand new world to explore and they're being dragged down by worldly matters. A voice says that he's as bad at business as ever. They both turn around to see Cielo, saying that the Restoration will provide plenty of work. Mer runs to her dad in tears, and Cielo apologises for worrying her. If he had known it would be like this, he would have phoned ahead. Land asks how he would have contacted them, and Cielo says that he was working with Traia. After all, he was the head of the Solarian's construction crew. After they finished that, he went to work on the ZONEs, and after that he worked on the Svalinn. Mer angrily yells at him for not telling them where he was, and Cielo replies that he didn't want to spoil their newlywed family life. Land puts his head in his hands. Mer says to Land that papa okayed them getting married. Cielo says that his only regret is that he hasn't seen his daughter in her wedding dress yet, and Mer says that they can throw the wedding right now and invite all of their friends from ZEUTH, ZEXIS and Z-BLUE. She's so happy, she's going to be a superdimensional bride. Land lapses further into despair, but Cielo reminds him not to forget his smile. Land and Cielo compare Heat Smiles, and Land decides that they'll have to work hard to pay for the wedding. He pats Ganleon on the leg, saying they've got a lot of work ahead of them.

In the AW world, Paula yells that they are now the protagonists of the new world. The war is over, so now it's time for them to go straight in the business world. Tonya offers to do the accounting. Jamil and Sara apparently have jobs with the new government. Tex brings over some coffee so they can drink to their departure. Jamil raises a toast to good fortune for all the world. And Garrod raises a toast to some day, going with Tifa to see everyone again.

Dianna asks Kihel to take good care of the Moonrace. Kihel replies that she doesn't know how well she'll do, but she'll give it her all. And she will seek a peaceful way for the Moonrace to fulfill their wish of returning to the Earth. Dianna thanks Kihel, saying that she will be the queen who builds the new age. She asks Harry to look after her, and Harry replies that he will do so with his life. Sochie's friend comments that she's surprised that after all the stunts he pulled, Guen still became the leader of Inglessa. But Sochie doesn't seem to be listening. Dianna apologises to her, but Sochie replies that it's Loran's choice. But Dianna says that Loran will be back sooner than she thinks. He's merely accompanying her until she sleeps again, and then he'll be back. Loran departs with Dianna, but says that he'll be back because his place is here by her side.

On Gargantia, Bevel is relating their people's history to a crowd. How long ago, the Sun disappeared from the sky and many people left for the stars, some became the whalesquids. Those who left their home continued to fight, while the civilization of the Earth perished. But people who held to hope, revived this planet and its seas. Thus both humans and whalesquids lived on, above and beneath the waves. Bevel says that learning where you come from helps you to decide where you can go. Thanks to the efforts of Ledo digging up stuff from the ruins, they've learned a great deal. Pinion asks why he doesn't use Chamber since it'd make things easier, and Ledo replies that he can't rely on Chamber forever. Chamber agrees with this, because he has his own duties to attend to. And maybe, says Ledo, that if they keep up their research, they might find a way to communicate with the whalesquids. And if they do, he'd like to show the Galactic Alliance how. Chamber states that they will continue to work toward navigation of the worlds, so they might see Z-BLUE once again.

Shoutarou receives a call from Gura, who says he'll be swinging by the Earth next month. He wants to check out this "middle school" thing that Shoutarou will be attending. Shikishima is apparently Gura's guardian now. Shoutarou is going to keep up his duties as an investigator for the ICPO. Because even if more cosmic scale fights don't break out, there's still crims to catch. And Tetsujin and Ox'll still be there to beat the stuffing out of them. Otsuka rings up Shoutarou and tells him that something that looks like the remnants of the Robot Mafia have holed up on an uninhabited island. Makkie protests, since Shoutarou's graduation is tomorrow. But Shoutarou says he'll head out and be back before dinner. Because he's got Tetsujin and Ox on his side, and at least one them is fully upgraded.

Otsuka asks the Crusher Squad if they're ready to head out. A survey mission to check out the condition of the solar system of the reborn world. Earth will surely begin cultural exchanges with other planets soon. To that end, Roze is going to head back to the Gishin system. After he's done with the survey, Takeru intends to visit Gishin as well. And after that, go to try and meet with Z-BLUE again. Roze asks if she can accompany him, and he says that he'd be glad to have her.

The Wing boys are hanging around at the Preventer base. They're all about to head out to guard the Gate during its activation as their first mission. Duo says that compared to what they went through in the centre of the galaxy, this'll be a cakewalk. Catherine tells Trowa to make sure he comes back in one piece, and Trowa says he'll be back before the next performance. Sally comments that Wufei looks good in the Preventer outfit, and he replies that this is the justice he arrived at. Relena shows up to talk to Heero, who is surprised to see her here. Zechs calls it his last act as a big brother. Relena and Heero exchange "..." and she comments how even though she had so much she walked to talk about with him, she can't find the words when she's here in person. Heero says that it's time, and heads off. But that's Heero's style. She guides the world, and he locks onto targets and eliminates them.

Marina is checking out the space flower, the proof that Setsuna connected with the ELS. She can feel the thoughts of those who fought for the sake of peace coming from. And she has a visitor, Setsuna. He's glad that he could see her again. He realized after all the fighting, that she was right in rejecting war. But she says that his way isn't wrong either. And finally, they reached an understanding. Sumeragi thanks Kati for arranging this meeting, but she says that it's the least she could do considering the trick he pulled off with the ELS. Graham notices how naturally Setsuna smiles now.

Sumeragi states that Celestial Being will continue to act independently to protect the world however they can. That means of course, aiding the Federation when necessary. But Graham says that they'll meet again, because they all fight for the same thing: peace. Tieria asks Setsuna if he's going to bid farewell to Marina, but he says there's no need. He intends to return to the Earth, even if it takes decades. She might die before then though, so you might want to sake goodbye just in case though. They all promise to meet again. Setsuna and Tieria depart to head to the ELS homeworld.

Meanwhile the Shin Dragon team are planning to take Shin Dragon through the gate on a new adventure. Kei's psyched about it, and even Gou seems slightly interested. The oldtimers are coming along too, since Ryouma says they haven't got time to get old. Hayato says that taking the Shin Dragon into space is the most efficient way to advance research of the Getter. Ryouma says that no matter what lays ahead, they'll just have to go for it. That, says Gou, is evolution.

Tsubasa asks if Kouji's made up his mind, and he says that he has. He's going to saddle up with the deep space exploration team. Both because of what Zeus said to him about the vastness of the cosmos, but also because he wants to see the sea of stars again. Tsubasa sighs and says that she'll look after Shiro and Kenzou while he's gone. By the time he's back, Shiro might be grown up and Kenzou might have woken up. Sayaka says that she's coming along too. Because if she waits up for him, she might become an old lady. Boss immediately says he's coming along too, and Nuke and Mucha advise him not to make such rash decisions. The Kurogane Five wish them well, as the representatives of Earth.

At Ashford Academy, Rivalz tells Kallen to double-time it, since the graduation ceremony is about to begin. It's just the two of them graduating, and he asks her what she wants to do afterwards. She replies that she's not sure yet, but she'll search for a way to help her country. Lelouch watches her from afar, and C.C. says that he should just go over there instead of peeping from a distance. Suzaku asks what he's going to do next. Perhaps become part of the government's security force like Ougi? Or accept Toudou's invitation to his new special force team. Lelouch says there's no need to rush the answer, since they have all the time in the world. Nothing lasts forever, and if something appears to threaten the peace, they will fight it. Because that is their duty. He swore to comrades both living and dead that he will keep on fighting.

Outside of Jindai, Kurz gripes that he has to be here for this since Kaname doesn't need to be protected anymore. Clouseau tells him to stop complaining, and Kurz grumbles that he's just happy that he gets to visit Akiba. Mao says that they're here to play Sousuke's "family" for his graduation ceremony. With the Volunteer Club's track record taken into consideration and some strings pulled, he managed to pass. And AL wanted to come along. But since the Laevateinn doesn't have ECS, Kurz is having to carry his core around in a bag. They all hide as Sousuke approaches. As promised, he brought Kaname home. And now to fulfill the other promise, to kiss her when they're reunited. But everybody's looking she says. No problem he replies, and kisses her.

The newly recovered Shinya and Misako are going through rehab, watched over by Maki. Misako asks if Maki is alright, since she heard that Maki lost her memories during the war. Maki says that she's fine, and she'll do what she can as a nurse. But, she wonders, why there's a pain deep in her heart. Hibiki, watching from afar, wishes her and the kids the best before leaving.

In the Earth's orbit, Traia says that she's passing control of the Solarian to him now. She asks if he'll be okay, since the Solarian doesn't have the Z-Crystal anymore and thus its abilities are limited. He replies that now that the Genion and its Sphere are gone, he needs the Solarian to go on his journey. Crow is impressed at Hibiki heading out by himself to explore the Gate. Esther asks if he'll be fine by himself, but Traia says that she left him a present in the hangar. It's the Genion, which she repaired to the best of her abilities. He thanks her for her help. At that moment, the Gate lights up and the Z-BLUE fleet arrive. As it turns out, the Gate works. Shinn asks if Hibiki cut his hair, and he replies that he did. Banagher notices that it's not very recognizable, and he says that he only trimmed it by 3cm. Ryouma says that if he's going off to adventure in the other worlds, they'll show him around for the time being. Kira asks if he's going to operate the Solarian all by himself, and he replies that Traia modified it for that purpose. But, says a voice, he'll need a navigator won't he? It's Suzune, and she's rather annoyed at him for planning to run off on an adventure without her. He sheepishly replies that he was planning to visit the other Z-BLUE worlds, and Sousuke says that they saw right through him and sent Suzune along. He asks what about her aspiration to become a teacher, but she replies that she can't leave a good-for-nothing student like him be, now can she?

Nia claps for Suzune, saying that they're both on their honeymoon now. Suzune wishes her and Simon the best while Hibiki does a double take. She tells not to make a lady say anything more than that, and he nods. Crow tells Hibiki to give his best to Land, Setsuko and all the others. Esther tells them both to come back soon, and they head off. The Solarian flies into the Gate, and Hibiki says that his new battle begins now. A battle to see for himself, the world that they fought so hard to earn.

THE END