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Everything into the Excellence’s weapons! I also tried to swap some units around, but everyone just goes back to their normal mechs for the actual stage. Maybe another time.

If you want to invest money into these CCA units, some of them do share upgrades with some other units later in the game, so it’s not like the money is entirely wasted. The Jegan (not Hathaway’s) shares with the Gundam Mk-III and the Ra Cailum’s upgrades go into the Freeden.

Last time, we started to head to Axis to stop Char from doing something very wicked. Also Gaizok were there too.


[Ra Cailum, Bridge]
Ladies and Gentlemen, it’s been several years since we stood up with Lady Mariemaia, broke free from the false spell of Total Pacifism, and began to walk our glorious path. Even now, those who cannot understand true peace or freedom are baring their fangs at us. Possessed by the ghosts of Zeon, Neo Zeon attacks us like cowards. The Martian Successors are swayed by their words and good looks, and refuse to see the truth. They are pitiful. But we, the new human race, cannot stop moving forward because of that. We must cast aside Zeon and the Jovian Federation, who still cling to old ideals and systems, and move forward to the path of true awakening. We must pave the way. And then, we, the New Earth Federation, will seize true glory and become a symbol of hope!
(Dekim Barton) (He’s on TV)
That’s Prime Minister Dekim’s speech?
I’m sure he’s not trying to imitate Char or anything. If they have the means to do something like this, I wish they’d send as many battleships as possible.
That would be impossible. I just got word that the fleet that went to attack the Martian Successors were destroyed.
All thanks to Boson Jumps. If we could use that, we could enter Axis directly.
There’s no point in wishing for things we don’t have. Gather everyone on the bridge. It’s time for a strategy meeting.


[Axis, A Room]
Gyunei was overreacting when you took on Quess. He’ll be able to show off his true abilities if you deploy him with her.
I see. Jealousy in love is terrifying.
Do you know from experience, Colonel?
Don’t tease me too much. So where’s Gyunei?
In the garden with Quess.


[Axis, Garden]
What kind of innovation is this for humanity? The Colonel is just venting his frustrations through war.
But you’re on his side, aren’t you?
My parents were killed when the Federation destroyed their colony.
I see. So you just want revenge on the Federation?
Not just that. I’ll never let that sort of thing happen again. But when someone like the Colonel gets angry, he might try to destroy entire colonies. When that happens, I need the power to stop him. That’s why I had Newtype strengthening done to me.
That’s fine then.
…But that alone isn’t enough. I need even stronger power. A stronger unit too. Like a Gundam.
A Gundam?
That’s right. Like the Nu Gundam that Amuro piloted. If only I could get my hands on that…
You’re blaming your own lack of power on your mech. You’re a Newtype, a Cyber Newtype, and yet you can’t even stop an entire fleet. What are you talking about with such arrogance?
What!?
Rezin, drop it.
Colonel.
Quess, come with me for a second. I’ve got a new unit I’d like to show you.
Yes!
Quess…
Kukuku. Looks like you weren’t taught how to woo a girl at the Newtype Research Institute.
Shut up!


[Ra Cailum, Bridge]
I’ll explain the plan. Just like with Fifth Luna, our primary objective was originally to destroy the nuclear pulse engine that moves Axis. But according to our intelligence, Axis is continuing to accelerate and has already reached considerable speed.
Even if we destroy the engine, it will continue with enough inertia to where it can’t be stopped in time, right?
Exactly. So instead we’ll blow up Axis and use that impact to change its orbit. Small fragments may fall to Earth, but most of it should burn up in the atmosphere.
This is the explosion point. There’s a network of tunnels here, so we can cut Axis into pieces.
Once we’re somewhere with visual range on Axis, I’ll give instructions on where to go.


[Axis, Deck]
It seems you felt the fear of real combat in the last battle, didn’t you?
It was disgusting. That’s all.
With that feeling, you might be a real Newtype. Good girl.
By the way, what did you want to show me?
This. The Alpha Azieru. I’ve prepped it just for you, Quess.
Just for me…
That’s right. Just for you. After we drop Axis, we’ll have to deal with the Martian Successors.
Aha. Then I’ll protect you with the Alpha no matter what. Whether it’s Amuro or the Martian Successors.
…!
Colonel, what’s wrong?
So you’ve finally come, Amuro!


[Ra Cailum, Deck]
Amuro, are you alright?
The adjustments on the Nu Gundam must be perfect. Are they?
Yes.
Then we can win with the Fin Funnels. After all, I’ve designed this Nu Gundam and you’ve been doing the maintenance.
Yes, that’s right.
Are you alright, Chan? Can you hold Hathaway back?
It’ll be fine. Amuro, just fight without worrying about anything else.
…
What’s wrong?
N-no. Nothing in particular…
…Don’t worry. We will win. The Excellence has the engine we designed and the frame you made.
Eh?
I guess imitating Amuro didn’t have the same effect.
…N-no, that’s not true.
This time I’ll save Quess. Hathaway, launching!
Hold your horses. Chan Agi, launching as well!
Hathaway, don’t rush to your death. Amuro, going out in the Nu Gundam.
Kayra, I’ll make you a special salad when you get back.
I love you. Kayra, let’s go!
Raul, Excellence Cosmodriver. Standby OK… GO!
…What’s wrong?
I have a bad feeling about this…


Ra Cailum Route Chapter 4: The Worst Outcome

Super Robot Wars R - MAIN TITLE


This is the detonation point.


Distract the enemy until the Ra Cailum moves here.
Look, here comes the interlopers.


Don’t let them get close to Axis!
It’s you, Char. I won’t die until I kill you.
Don’t jinx it.
No matter who it is, I won’t let them get in the Colonel’s way!
Quess, don’t get carried away.
Quess is in that MA…
(MA is short for Mobile Armor)


Welcome to Char’s Counterattack proper. Thankfully this stage doesn’t have a time limit like other game’s versions of the Axis Drop. To beat the stage, you either need to get the Ra Cailum onto the designated point or kill every last one of them. I opted for the latter purely for monetary reasons. Due to reasons you’ll see soon, the CCA characters cease to matter after this stage.

Between us and Axis are Char, Quess, Rezin, and Gyunei. The best way to fight each of these enemies is to get in close so they can’t use their funnels. But that would also prevent us from using our funnels/faeries. Don’t be afraid to use spirits for this fight. There are no enemy reinforcements.

Being a series finale stage, there’s quite a few boss dialogs.

So there’s someone else who’s getting in my way. Humanity must judge itself with its own hands and atone for its sins towards nature and the Earth. Why don’t you understand that!?
Then why do you involve nature and the Earth in humanity’s redemption!?
You just don’t understand. The Earth is the root of all evil!

I won’t let you get to the Colonel.
I feel an evil spirit.

Stop this, Quess. Don’t be my enemy.
You keep saying the same thing! That’s why we have to destroy the Earth that gave birth to people like you. Otherwise we won’t be saved.
No. Quess, listen to me!
I don’t like shameless children like you!

Amuro, why don’t you understand that the humans remaining on the surface are like fleas?
I’m not as disappointed in humanity as you are!
Why do you say that when your talents are being used by morons!?
You’re making fun of me. You always look down on others!

There’s even a post-battle line between those two.

Not bad… That’s why you’re my rival!

SECRET ALERT
To get a new mobile suit later in the game, recreate the events of the movie by having Chan deal the finishing blow to Quess’ Alpha Azieru while Hathaway is still alive.


The Alpha Azieru has an I-Field, which reduces beam damage. When you go in for the kill, make sure to use the Re-GZ’s mobile suit’s beam saber for maximum effect.

Aaaahhhh!!

Quess! You shouldn’t have done that. Adults don’t understand things like that, which is why they can casually wipe out the Earth!
Hathaway, calm down!


Hathaway, what have you done…

If you defeat Char, Quess gets +10 will if she’s still alive. If you defeat Quess, Gyunei gets +10 will if he’s still alive. Nothing happens if Rezin or Gyunei die first.

Impossible. I lost…!?


Eventually, Char is shot down as the last enemy. Thankfully, no one retreats on this map, so take your time and make sure your hits land. Don’t be afraid to retreat into the Ra Cailum if you need more HP, EN, or ammo.

The people you believe in are the ones that will destroy the Earth. Why don’t you understand that?

One way or the other, the map is over.


Now! Move the Ra Cailum to the target point! All units, defend the Ra Cailum!
[All ally units retreat]


Okay, let’s start the demolition work.
…What is this feeling? It’s not Char. It’s not malicious. But it’s still dangerous…
Captain, what’s that!?
W-what the hell!?
Bright, run!
What!?


Wh-what? What happened!?
What’s wrong? What happened!?
It’s the enemy. Something I’ve never seen before… The Captain is dead!
Dad!?
Waaaaaaaaaaaah!!


ASTONAIGE!
This is your mistake. Your mistake.
That voice!?
It’s impossible to know about mistakes in advance. Therefore, it’s impossible to know me…


Show yourself! I know you did this! I’ll get revenge for what happened at the moon base!
Raul Gureden, it was my mistake that I let you live… I see, so this is what it means to make a mistake.
Wh-what’s with that voice?
I can’t believe I’m doing the same thing as my creator. But there’s nothing I can do about it now. It was my mistake.
Bastard… Who the hell are you!?
My name is “Duminas”.


Super Robot Wars R - Original Sin
W-what the hell!?
I repeat. My name is Duminas.
You… BASTAAAAAAARD!


UWAAAAAAAA!!
Oh no! Frame damage rate is 77%!
Time Flow Engine output has dropped to 25%. Time particles are leaking!
Ugh…
I’ll retrieve him with the spare Excellence. Mizuho, please help me.
Yes!


This isn’t meant for space, alright?
This isn’t the time for that.


Ugh…
Are you okay?
Treat him immediately!
Now, the second attack…


Ra Cailum!
Get away from it! If this keeps going, the Ra Cailum’s nuclear pulse engine will explode!


Wh-what’s happening!?
The Time Flow Engine is acting up! The Time Turbines won’t stop spinning!
…It’s gone berserk!? Oh no. We’ll get caught up in it too!
…What’s going on? I don’t understand…
Get away from the Ra Cailum!!






W-what…
What’s going on…
The Time Flow Engine’s output is 120%, 150%... 200%... 300%... It’s still rising… Impossible. The engine itself shouldn’t be able to do this…
We have to…stop…the engine… AHHHHHHHHHHHHH!
KAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!
UUUUUUOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!


Something’s…coming…
(Tiffa Adill)


What’s going on? Is the Freedan here already!?
(Rakan Dahkaran)
Ugh…
W-what the hell?


[Alternative Company, Medical Office]
Where… I’m still alive…
You’re finally awake.
(Amuro Ray)
Amuro…
I’ve already spoken to Raji and Mizuho. They claim we've met before. I'm sorry but I don't remember you three.
Maybe I’m still dreaming, but you look younger. Are we in the Ra Cailum?
What's a Ra Cailum? No, this is the Alternative Company lab. You three fell into our yard along with your mobile weapon. Everyone thought it was an enemy attack.
The Excellence? Right, where are Raji and Mizuho? Are they safe!?
Ah, you’re finally awake.
Raul! Are you okay!?
Yeah. You’re both… Hey Raji, are you alright!?
Yes… Tonight’s meal was a bit rough.
I’m sorry. It was for my sake.
That’s because you keep saying stupid things. As I promised, I’ll give you everything you need for repairs. But don’t even think about running away.
Do you think the people on Earth and the colonies will follow you if you treat them like this!?
The people don’t follow me. They follow Lady Mineva and Lady Haman. You should keep that in mind too, Amuro Ray.
Haman’s dog…


[Alternative Company, A Room]
What’s going on? Is this the moon? Some colony?
Earth.
If that’s the case, then we were able to stop the Axis Drop. Thank god.
…I’m not sure.
You’re not sure?
First, calm down. You’re the lucky one. I was the first one to wake up and it almost made me go insane.
I couldn’t believe it at first. Do you know what year it is right now?
…SC 141.
(SC is short for Space Century)
No. It’s SC 136.
Eh?
Calm down and listen. This is Earth five years before we fought Char.
We’ve traveled back in time to Earth five years ago!


What are those three doing?
They’re in the library. Rummaging through new records.
(Neo Zeon Soldier)
What are they planning?
That’s all I know…
Well whatever. Their machine, they call it the Excellence, is apparently several years ahead of Anaheim and Nergal in terms of technology according to our engineers. We’ll repair it and send it to Glemy along with Amuro and Tiffa. Get it ready.
Sir!
But first, we need to find their research facility. They’re surprisingly tight-lipped. It might be some kind of new military organization.


Ouch…
Please pull yourself together. I’m sure your interrogation was much easier than mine.
Perhaps. But even if I told the truth, no one would believe me. I’m at a loss.
True.
Yes. What’s more, it may sound like a lie, but this year really is SC 136. Five years in the past.
…What was the world like back then anyway? Mizuho, you probably know more than I do.
I had no interest in the war, so I only know the rough outline.
That’s good enough. What’s the New Federation like now?
This is before Prime Minister Dekim’s coup d’etat, so it’s supposed to be the Unified Earth Sphere Nation that advocated Total Pacifism. Neo Zeon is formed, but I think the top dog is a woman called Haman. It’s certainly not Char.
(For future reference, I’m shortening Unified Earth Sphere Nation to UESN)
That man, Rakan, called her Lady Haman. So this is basically an Earth facility connected to Neo Zeon I guess.
What about the Earth? I recall something about an alien invasion.
Yes. Around that time, it was being invaded by a number of different aliens. Um, I think it was the Campbellians and the Boazians…
I remember the headline. “The Boazan Alien Invasion! Another Alien Following the Gaizok and the Campbells!”.
That seems to be the case too. “The Mycenaean Empire appears and Mazinger Z is defeated!?” “A new savior, Great Mazinger, appears!”.
Over here… “Is Emperor Gore still alive!? Has the Dinosaur Empire returned!?” …The UESN had a lot of enemies. The Mycenae, the Dinosaur Empire, the Campbellians, the Boazanians, the Gaizok… There’s also fellow humans in Neo Zeon… I wonder if Dekim is preparing the coup d’etat as we speak.
We’ve come to the worst possible time…
I reason the cause is…
It has to be the Time Flow Engine going out of control. It was originally developed to power a time machine after all. It probably resonated with the nuclear explosion and jumped through time.
And our Excellence got caught up in it?
…It’s just a theory.
By the way, how’s the Excellence?
We can repair the Striker Frame we were on. But the Cosmodriver Frame is…
After all that, we suddenly appeared in gravity. At least the Time Flow Engine is still intact.
…So the only thing I can use right now is the Striker Frame. Ah well.
Thanks to the Striker being intact, the interrogation was limited somewhat. But these guys want the Excellence.
So they won’t kill us yet.
…It is something we made using technology five years in the future.
The Excellence saved us.
I think they’ll look after you two well for your technical skills. But the problem is me, the pilot.
It’ll be fine. They’ll just use us as hostages to get you to do whatever they want.
But after we repair the Excellence…
…Please don’t jinx it.
I’m sorry…
So, what should we do now?