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Time for a very technical puzzle that shows the power of these weapon debuff parts. Zechs up north starts off using Flash. Attack the guy on the right with Zech’s equipped Energy Drain. Next, have Noin use Awaken (allows a unit that’s moved to move again) on Zechs. Another Flash and then move him next to Noin, attacking the closer enemy with EN Virus. Make sure Noin supports with Energy Taker instead of her normal Beam Cannon. Finally, transform Noin and move her to the top left space on the closer Colony. Attack the southernmost enemy with Spider Net to seal its movement. End your turn and defend against all attacks to win. The EN attacks prevent the enemies from destroying Zechs and Noin with more powerful attacks.


Victory gets 30k money and Super Alloy Z.

You know the drill.

Last time, we revived the tradition of biking from the middle ages and became invincible. Also lots and lots of war crimes. Like holy crap, the mental gymnastics Zanscare has to do to justify what they’re doing would make olympians retire in shame. Also there was a cute wedding.


Combined Route Chapter 23: Inaudible Requiem
Chapter 22 if you went Space/Jupiter. Chapter 24 if you went Earth/Keilias.


[Tower, Command Center]
Marbet and Oliver had a wedding? Amuro, what are you talking about?
Morale was low after we witnessed BESPA’s operation in action. We needed a distraction.
I see. So, how is everyone now?
They looked happy. Seeing people happy like that helps a lot.
I know what you mean.
Bright, sorry to be so abrupt, but we need to pursue the Motorad fleet now.
The Rocky Mountains, right? I hope we can stop them without destroying their ships.


[Tower, Communications Room]
Master Roger, we just received a message from Mister Daston. Please come to the communications room.
From Daston? I’ll be right there.


Roger, I had a hard time getting in touch with you.
(Daston is paying that massive long distance phone bill)
You’re looking good. What can I do for you? Unfortunately, I’m taking a hiatus from my Negotiator job.
It’s not related to that. To tell you the truth, Beck escaped again.
That thug again? Oh dear.
Let me put it like this. Now that OZ has become friendly, maintaining the peace has become easier, but the labor shortage remains the same. But back to the point, it looks like Beck was looking into you. He might be coming after you.
Good grief. All for revenge, right? He must have a grudge.
Well, it is what it is. I don’t think Beck would pose a challenge for THE BOYS, but he’s cunning. Be careful.
Thank you for the heads up. When I get back, I’ll treat you to some fine scotch.
Sounds good. Looking forward to it. I know it’s rough out there, but keep doing your best.
Thank you, Daston.
[He hangs up]
Beck, huh… I don’t know what he can even do in this situation.


[Tower, Departure Deck]
A high-speed shuttle from OZ…? Who could it be?
Hello everyone. It’s been a while.
Relena!? What happened?
Oh, so that’s Relena Peacecraft…
I’m here to help stop BESPA’s horrifying plans. This shouldn’t be happening.
…Relena.
Heero… I was running away. But I will no longer hesitate. War is not just about using force. I will fight for peace in any way I can.


[Tower, Operations Room]
A ceasefire agreement? With the November Treaty Alliance? Impossible…
We’ve been negotiating for a long time. Zanscare’s Prime Minister Kagatie is finally considering our proposal.
Kagatie is?
…If that’s true, then there must be something else going on.
I agree. I don’t understand why he’s calling for a truce now.
Even if it’s part of his plan, the truce itself has meaning. In such a situation, I would advise those giant wheeled battleships to stop immediately.
But Lady Relena, I don’t think they would just agree…
Without effort, nothing will change. I heard that there are kids and Uso Ewin’s mother on one of those battleships. I intend to ask for their release as well.
Relena… Are you planning to board the Motorad ship all by yourself?
I would like to ask Roger Smith for his cooperation.
Of course. I can’t refuse a request from Lady Relena… But I don’t think those guys are suitable negotiating partners. It’s too dangerous.
In the past, all I did was run away. I’m willing to take the risk if it means stopping the fighting.
…You’ve gotten stronger, Relena.
What will you do, Colonel?
…Very well, Relena Peacecraft. Give it a shot. At least we’ll know what the other side will do. Even if it just buys time, it’ll be worth it.


[Pippiniden’s Ship, Bridge]
Oh, Relena Peacecraft you say?
It’ll buy us some time to repair the ships. Let’s also split up for now. I want to force THE BOYS to split up too.
(Video call of course)
Roger that. You’re getting the hang of this, Commander.
It’s because of your excellent guidance.
If that’s how you feel, then please do me a favor.
What is it?
I’m sending you Goze Barl and a man named Beck. Just keep an eye on them. They won’t do anything bad. Before the ceasefire agreement goes into effect, THE BOYS need to be silenced.
I did hear rumors of a ceasefire agreement back home, but until it happens, THE BOYS will keep coming.
Do you agree with me?
Of course. Got it.
Roger that.


Goze Barl, Beck, it’s as you’ve heard. The commander has given permission. Go ahead and do whatever you want.
Understood. I’ll leave the rest to you.
(Even if this plan goes against my principles, I’ll do it if it benefits me.)


[Tower, Command Center]
We’ve spotted the Motorad fleet. Three ships.
They’ve split into two groups again?
We’re ready to launch.
I never thought BESPA would agree to parlay.
I don’t think they’ll cancel their operation either.
If the negotiations go well, then that’s ideal. Let them prepare to attack. There’s no harm in failing.
On the other hand, if she gets captured, then we would know right away.
…
Zechs…
Relena is aware of the risks. This is her fight. All I can do is watch.
Is it true that Relena and Roger are going to the Motorad ship!?
Uso…
They’re about to launch, right? Let us go too.
Denied.
Why? Mom and Shakti are…
That’s exactly why. Uso, Danji, if you do something wrong, they’ll get harmed. Be cautious.
In the worst case scenario, I’ll back you up. So just wait for now.
Kuh…


[Motorad Fleet, Cronicle’s Ship]
Welcome to the Adrastea, Former Queen Relena Peacecraft.
Commander Cronicle Asher, I’ll get straight to the point. Please immediately stop this crazy plan to destroy entire cities and its people.
(Miss Relena, you’re being too forward. This isn’t how to negotiate…)
Please stop this fighting and return to Zanscare.
I commend you for not misleading me with unnecessary words, unlike your Negotiator over there.
…That’s harsh.
Then…
But it’s not possible. THE BOYS keep getting in our way so many times. There’s no reason not to continue.
Prime Minister Kagatie is about to sign a ceasefire agreement. Any more fighting and killing is meaningless.
Of course, if a ceasefire order is issued from my home country, I will honor it. But we haven’t received any order of the sort.
But Commander Cronicle, you guys aren’t doing all this destruction because you want to, are you? It’s not your country that will bear the sins of your actions, but you, the fleet commander.
Operation Clean Earth and using these ships for it was something I’ve been preparing for ever since I was given this task.
Are you not willing to try and resolve this through discussion!? Why do you want to kill each other so much?
All of Earth should accept Maria-ism. Humans under Maria-ism will not fight amongst themselves.
Maria-ism shouldn’t be a tool used for massacre. Aren’t you just taking advantage of it for your own gain?
Peacecraft, are you here for a discussion? Or are you here to make us look like fools?
…Then at least please release the non-combatants. I understand they’ve been forced to board this ship.
Oh?
Or are you planning on using me as a hostage as well? Or maybe execute me as an example like Count Oy Nyung?
No… That’s…
If that’s not the case, then you still have a human heart within you. You should let them go. If you want a hostage, take me instead.
Miss Relena!?
After all, I am the former Queen of the Earth Sphere Unified Government. I’m worth more.
…Impressive resolve. Alright, I’ll release the children.
Thank you very much.
However, Myra Miggelle, a member of the League Militaire, is not recognized as a non-combatant. She will be treated as a prisoner of war. Also, Shakti Kareen is my niece and is necessary for Zanscare. These two will be excluded.
But…
I’ve given you my respect and am giving you as many concessions as possible. If that doesn’t satisfy you, then go home.
Miss Relena, as things stand, I have to admit that Commander Cronicle is acting in good faith right now…
…


[Tower, Storage]
You guys know what’s going on, right? Make sure you’re prepared to leave at any time! Kinryu, how’s the Diamond Force?
Major, we can leave at any time.
It’s so annoying that we can’t just destroy them all at once.

Oliver… Dear.
Hmm…?
You must be regretting marrying me.
Of course not.
Really? But…
You’re the only partner I have. I want you to bear my child.
Oliver…
Let’s get back to our mechs. We don’t know when we’ll be taking off.
Yeah… See you later.




[Beck and Goze enter Cronicle’s ship]
Oh, are those two the ones Admiral Pippiniden mentioned?
It appears so, Commander.
Hmm…
I understand. Commander Cronicle, release the children.
(I’m sorry, Uso. I can’t do any more right now…)
Very well. I’ll escort the children and the android to your shuttle. You should go. We’ll be fighting THE BOYS soon. I want you to be aware of that.
…

There you are. Come on out. It’s dangerous here, so we’ve decided to move you.
Where are we going?
Isn’t Shakti with you?
Just shut up.
…Why are you here?
Oh my, what a surprise! I didn’t expect Dorothy to be among you!
Do you know that android?
Yeah… That thing is dangerous. Lieutenant, you can go downstairs first.
…Okay.
(This is my lucky day! Now I don’t have to bow to Zanscare to get revenge on that goddamn crow! I’ll also take the former Queen too… Kekeke.)


What!? Did THE BOYS attack!?
It appears to be coming from inside the mobile suit deck.
What the hell!?


It’s that guy from before!?
Hey, Zanscare Commander. Give me Relena Peacecraft!
What!? Did Pippiniden order you to do this!?
Huh? Never heard of him. I’ve got a short temper, you see. If you don’t hurry up, I’ll destroy the bridge!
Beck!?
Kuh…
…Hold it! I don’t know what you want, but I’ll go.
[She moves onto Beck’s robot]
Good, good. Let’s get going then.


Dammit, wait, Beck! BIG O, SHOWTIME!


Oh, you’re here too. Don’t panic, Negotiator. If you go after me, the hostages’ lives will be in danger. Of course, I’ll destroy the android too.
…
How despicable…
I’ll contact you later. Just hang on until then, crow.
(Ah… Heero.)


What’s wrong, Roger? What happened? That didn’t look like BESPA…
Miss Relena and Dorothy were kidnapped.
What the hell!?
Relena was…?
Dear god.
Oi, Heero!


No, Heero Yuy, wait!
[Heero leaves]
He’s gone…
(Relena… Heero, don’t be reckless…)
Dammit Pippiniden, just who did you send to me! What about the other one…
The enemy seems to be confused…?
Ah, I can’t take it anymore. I’ll do whatever it takes to rescue everyone. Uso, let’s crash into that ship.
Yes!


This time, I’ll get mom and Shakti back!
Sanae, wait for me…
Uso and Danji launched?
Those guys…
It’s too late now. Either way, we can say negotiations have failed. All units, launch!


I’ll support Uso and Danji. We have to let them do it.
Oliver? It can’t be helped. Support Uso and Danji as they reach the Motorad ship! You know not to sink the enemy battleships!


Only 9 units this time and both Oliver and Uso are forced to deploy in the V-Dash Gundam and the V2 respectively. Also you cannot choose Heero (as he left) or Kento at this time.

Dammit, THE BOYS have sent out troops. Katejina, send out your mobile suits too. We have to stop THE BOYS.
Yes, Commander.


Just like last stage, do not sink their battleships! Instant game over. Instead, the objective is to destroy all enemy units except for those battleships. Easy enough, just be sure who is attacking you when you decide to counterattack. If you’re like me and haven’t used Oliver, and/or if you don’t feel comfortable using Danji by himself, feel free to put them into your battleship.

If Katejina ends up fighting Uso, this exchange occurs.


Uso!
This is Katejina’s mobile suit!? Katejina! Get out of the way!
Back off! You’re just a child, too strong for your own good!
I just want to save my mom! Why are you getting in the way!!

Once you’ve defeated all the mobile suits…


Dammit Beck. Well whatever, the android did count anyway. As long as we have the kids, we can continue the operation.
Mom! Shakti!


I’ll save you. Wait for me, Sanae…


Those kids… Don’t do anything reckless!


What? It’s the enemy! The enemy is invading!
You idiot! Don’t fight inside the ship! Dammit…
Only aim at the pilots!
Hehe. Now that we’re inside the ship, I got this.
[Fighting sounds]
Uwaaaa!?
[More fighting sounds]
Gwaaaaa!?
Amazing… And with only a rock. What a guy.
D-dammit…
Mom!!
Uso…!?
Danji!?
Sanae! Is everyone safe!?
Yay! Big bro came for us!
So they were planning on moving them somewhere else. Uso, Danji, let’s book it!
Wait, Uso, Shakti is somewhere else!
Shakti is!?
Uso, Zanscare intends to use Shakti. Since she’s their princess, she was put in a separate room.
No way…
Let’s go. We have to save her. Captain Inoe, please look after the children. Uso, let’s go.
Mom!?
Wow, Uso’s mom is a badass.


Sorry, Uso. I’ll leave first.


Everyone, you good?
Y-yeah…
I-I’m fine.
Just peachy!
Uuuuuuuu…
Karl, calm down, calm down.


They’re important hostages, so we can’t let them escape. You’ve gone far enough. If you resist, I will kill all of you!
Tch, this girl’s serious…
Lupe Cineau’s squad? What… What are they doing?


Dammit, I won’t let you hurt those kids!


What!? Why you!


Oliver!?
Ugh. Go, Danji!
R-Roger!
Oh no you don’t!
I said I wouldn’t let you!


No! Get out of my way!


Ugh… Marbet… I’m counting on you to take care of our child…


Ah… Oliver…? OLIVEEEEERRRRRRR!!
Oliver!? Dammit…
What!? That…goddamn idiot…
Oh no… Captain Oliver!?
What… Just now… Who died!?
Uso, hurry up!
Ah… Yes!
Got it, Danji!
Right… Damn you, BESPA!


Kento, let’s go! Combine!
Yes! Come, Beralios! CROOOOSS IIIIIIIIINNNNNN!!


Damn BESPA. I’ll never forgive you…

RIP Oliver. He’s permanently dead and you cannot save him in this game.
Take out Lupe’s squad. Make them pay.

On the next turn…


Come on, Shakti. Hurry up and let’s get out of here.
But I have to convince my uncle. I can’t leave yet.
Uncle?
Captain Cronicle Asher, this fleet’s commander.
Huh!?
That’s far enough. Dammit, I won’t let you get away either!
Auntie!?
Guh!
[A punching sound]
Uuaaa!?
Go, Uso! Take Shakti and hurry!
B-but mom!
I’ll be fine. Just hurry and get to the V2!
Guh… Bastard…
Kuh… Shakti!
R-right…


Even if it’s only one, I can still use her… Strap her on!
Ah, pilot, what are you doing!


Mom!? What’s the mobile suit holding in its hand? Is it mom!?
Auntie…
If you lay a finger on me, I’ll kill her! Don’t resist!
Dammit…
Stop this, pilot!
I’ve been ordered to fight using the hostages as shields! Unfortunately, you’re the only one left.
And you call yourself a soldier!
It goes against my principles, but I have to do this if the operation is to succeed!
Is that a woman in Goze Barl’s machine’s hand? Dammit all. Pippiniden, your tactics are despicable. You’re a disgrace.
What’s… going on?
Uso, you stopped moving!
Don’t attack that mobile suit! It has my mom!
Are… Are you kidding me!?
Damn BESPA. You’re acting just like the Titans… Uso, don’t fight him! Wait for your chance!
Kamille…
What do you mean?
Kamille’s mother was taken hostage by Bask of the Titans a long time ago. She was killed.
…
A mobile suit is using a hostage as a shield!? You bastard, don’t mess with me! If you claim to be righteous, prove it by fighting honestly!!
I don’t want to do this either, but we have to win!
[More mobile suits spawn to the south]

Kill every last one of them. Except for the battleships and Goze. Shouldn’t be that hard to defend or evade the units that you can’t kill.

Anyway, once you’ve beaten everyone except the battleships and Goze…


Dammit…
Even though he’s someone Pippiniden sent, he’s only this strong? Whatever. All ships, withdraw!


If I were to lose even using this kind of strategy, I will really face the guillotine.


Hold it! Give my mom back!!
We can’t go home unless we at least shoot down this new Gundam!!


Ugh… What should I do…
Uso, you’re a pilot. A warrior, right? Forget about me!
Mom!?
Fall, Gundam!!
Uwaaaaaa!!


W-what!? Dammit, the output is… Whoaaaaaaa!?


Oh no… That mobile suit is about to explode into that ship!
If you keep going like this, the entire battlefield will get caught up in the explosion! All units, emergency evacuation! The Tower and Ra Cailum will leave this mountain!
Engine at maximum output! Fall back!
Retreat! Retreat! Hurry!
Mom… MOM!!
Guh… Uso…
Uso, retreat! You’ll get caught up in this too! Uso!
But my mom… My mom is right there!!


[Tower, Command Center]
Have you retrieved all units!? Where is Uso Ewin!
He’s been retrieved.
Hurry and evacuate.
…Here it comes! Everyone, brace for impact!
[Massive shockwave hits]
Guh…
That Motorad ship is destroyed… Dammit.


[Cronicle’s Ship, Bridge]
Even after using that strategy, we lost a ship. This makes me sick. Damn you Pippiniden. I no longer consider you my friend. What happened to THE BOYS?
C-Commander Cronicle, we just received a ceasefire order from the homeland…
So, the ceasefire agreement has been reached as Peacecraft said. What does it say?
The details are unclear, but without a doubt there’s a temporary truce.
Ugh, what bad timing. What is Kagatie thinking? What was the point of this operation!
…


[Tower, Command Center]
I see. I’m sorry for what happened to Oliver Inoe and Myra Miggelle. If only the ceasefire had been reached sooner…
(Treize is talking via Space Zoom)
Best not to think about that. There’s no point in assuming anything.
…He was a good pilot.
Yeah…
It seems that Miss Relena Peacecraft was kidnapped?
Yeah… It’s my fault. It wasn’t Zanscare. It was a man named Beck who has a grudge against me. He took Miss Relena and Dorothy. I believe he’ll be asking for a ransom soon.
I see…
So the ceasefire is real?
It is. More like a temporary truce.
I heard from Relena that talks were progressing, but…are they serious, Treize? Why would Kagatie seriously consider a ceasefire?
I’m not sure, Zechs. That’s why this is only a temporary truce. It’s not hard to imagine that they’re only using this to buy time.
The AH Plan? If so…
We also need this time. And now that you’re on Earth, we need to think about Ruina, not just BESPA.
What do you mean?
There have been several skirmishes between OZ and what appears to be Ruina, but we were annihilated. A new commander calling himself “Umbra” was also spotted near the Antarctic. The Fifth Antarctic Research Expedition was forced to withdraw. We know they’re starting to expand their territory.
Ugh… That group…

I want to apologize in advance, I’m not good at writing crying sounds.


[Tower, Deck]
Everyone, to our brave pilot, Lieutenant Colonel Oliver Inoe. To our comrade, Myra Miggelle. Salute!
…
…
…
…
…
…
…
(I’m sure… You could have died without suffering… Oliver. You didn’t even consider leaving me behind… You’re terrible, dear…)


Uso… Are you okay…?
…
Uso…
This is my fault. It’s all my fault. Auntie… Uuu…
Shakti…
Shakti, this isn’t anyone’s fault. Right, Uso?
I… Don’t understand. I…
Boy… It’s alright. Don’t push yourself. Go ahead and cry. Especially at a time like this…
Why… Why… U…uu…Waaaaaaaaaaaah.
…Waaaaaaaaaaaaah…

Everyone, let’s go. They need their space.
Yeah… You’re right.
Mmm…
I liked Auntie too. I’m also sad…


[Tower, Storage]
They did…?
Yeah… Everyone celebrated it together. They just got married…
…Damn.

Come on, Warren. Tanosuke, don’t hesitate! Move the disassembled parts away quickly! Chan, where’s Astonaige!?

Marbet never cried… She looks angry.
Try not to think about it. At times like this, if you don’t move your body and think about other things, you’ll just end up depressed.
No way…
Yeah… I think I understand. I acted the same when my father died.
Yeah…
I agree…
Marbet…
Kid, you don’t need to worry about her.
…


Hey Marbet…
What are you doing here!? You should be getting some rest!
Um… I’m sorry. If only I was better, this wouldn’t have happened…
Don’t get conceited. It’s arrogant to think that one person can influence whether someone lives or dies in battle. Oliver would have reprimanded you.
…
…Don’t look so gloomy. It’s only natural that people die in war. Not just pilots. That’s why this fighting has to end.
We know that since we’re war orphans. But… Oliver was helping us…
Stop it. You can’t think like that.
But I…
If that’s what you think, then live your life. Don’t ever die. I will do whatever it takes to survive until the end, and be happy on a peaceful Earth. That will be the greatest tribute to his memory.
Marbet…


[Ra Cailum, Bridge]
Phew… This is tough.
It’s even more painful after seeing those two at their wedding… Everyone probably feels the same.
That’s right… That plan backfired.
It must be especially hard for Uso. Damn BESPA.
I hope he doesn’t blame himself.
At least he saved Shakti. I hope that he’ll feel better again with time.
…So with the ceasefire with BESPA, that leaves Ruina. Since we don’t know what they really are, it’s hard to fight them. What’s the plan?
Have you heard anything from Heero?
Nothing. Nothing from Beck either.
Zechs…
I know this is a personal matter, but I’d like you to wait here for a while.
Treize says he’s coming this way with Doctor Gygax. Either way, we’re not moving for a while.
Thank you.


[Ra Cailum, Officer’s Quarters]
Oliver… What should I do? I’m scared… I can’t stop shaking. I’ll be better tomorrow… Just for now, you’ll let me cry, right? Dear…
Aaaaa… Waaaaaaa…