GARO: Red Requiem (牙狼〈GARO〉 ～RED REQUIEM～)

Horrors: demonic beasts that lurk in the darkness.

They've thrived within the Makai since ancient times,

venturing out into the human world through objects possessing Yin sides,

so that they can consume human souls and flesh.

As long as humans have darkness in them, it'll give rise to Yin forms, which will attract the Horrors.

However...

there are those who have dedicated their lives to battling Horrors.

As the light of hope that cuts through the darkness,

their battles will never end.

And tonight...

I'm sure Lord Karma will find this place suitable.

You're right... there's plenty to eat.

You've been here before, right?

Doesn't matter. It was a long time ago.

You're as cold as ever...

He's here. Can you sense anything?

Yeah, I can sense this is gonna be a pain in the ass.

Excuse me...

Help! Help, please!

Why the hell would anyone save you?

Right?

Hey, come on now!

Start it!

Dammit! Follow orders!

Get her!

Hey!

Rekka?

When'd you get back?

I'll seal this Horror away.

After I finally gained this flesh...

Shiguto!

Rekka, when'd you get in town?

Just now.

And the first thing you do is hunt a Horror? That's pretty hardcore.

Wait... the baby.

You've been doing well?

Yeah.

Hand that baby over.

You won't be able to take care of it.

Akaza, throw that baby aside!

Huh?

Demonic tower Horror, Bebyl. A Horror that eats other Horrors. Stay on your toes.

I know.

Kouga, this thing's body is pretty solid!

Move!

How about it, Kouga?

I've seen through it!

Get back.

Hold on!

Sir Saejima Kouga.

I'm a Makai Priest... why wouldn't I know the name of a man who's obtained the title of Garo?

I'm Akaza, and this area is under my protection.

This is Shiguto, my assistant.

And this is Rekka.

I followed a Horror to this city.

A real freaky Horror that hides in mirrors, and devours humans that are looking at their reflections.

It can talk?

The demonic mirror Horror, Karma.

Karma?

That's one of the apostle Horrors, like the one we just killed. They're who we're after.

I don't care about any other Horrors, but Karma is mine.

I'm the one who received the order. This is a job for a Makai Knight.

Then I'll just find it first and kill it before you.

Wait, Rekka! We haven't seen you in so long!

My apologies, Sir Kouga.

Priest, has anything strange happened around here lately?

Strange?

Not really... it's almost been eerily quiet.

Hey... are you alone?

Yeah. Why?

That person...

He wants to talk to you.

This is a very unique mirror, you see... when you look at it, it shows what you want most.

Really?

I see... you want fame and adoration.

Go ahead and reach out... to what you desire.

Who are you?

Where is this!?

What's up, Kouga?

I sensed an evil presence...

There's no sign of any Horrors, though.

No. It's in this city.

Look... look how satisfied Lord Karma is.

Flesh that has gone from elation to despair is tender...

How delicious.

Zaruba! Can you sense anything?

Aw, Kouga... it'll be daybreak soon. Let's call it a night.

That's a pretty soulful tune there, lady.

Saejima Kouga...

What is that magic ring's name?

Zaruba.

I'm warning you, Zaruba. Don't ever call me "lady" again.

Do it again and I'll shut that mouth.

Whoa, my apologies. Your name was Rekka, right?

That's right.

Rekka.

Why do you hunt Karma?

Why?

Yes.

It's obvious.

Because it's a Horror. That's the reason I became a Makai Priest.

The hunting of Horrors is a Makai Knight's duty, not yours.

Those rules were made for your own convenience.

The Makai Priests were the first to battle the Horrors!

Yeah, but the Makai Knights were created because the priests couldn't handle it.

Don't let her antagonize you, Zaruba.

Sorry...

The lady's got a mouth on her, is all.

What was that!?

I was born as a woman. And that's the only reason I'm not a knight myself.

Priest or Knight, it doesn't matter. I've got the power to seal Horrors.

I'm going to use that power to defeat Karma.

Please! Take me with you!

You can't use a Makai Blade yet.

But... I won't let anyone outdo me!

I want to fight Horrors too!

I want to be like my father!

This is all your power, now.

You don't have what it takes to beat the Horrors yet!

That little brat... she actually did close my mouth.

Watch yourself, Zaruba. She's young but skilled. Don't come to me if she silences you again.

Screw that!

Mister, can I get this for half-off?

No can do.

How am I gonna stay in business if I do that?

Aw, come on, give us a deal! We always shop here!

Nope! Doesn't matter, not happening! Quit picking on me.

Cheapskate!

Cheapskate!

Welcome!

Shion... apparently a Makai Knight has arrived in town.

A Makai Knight? It shouldn't matter...

Lord Karma has slain many of them before.

There's no need for concern.

This is the Golden Knight we're dealing with.

He should be quite fierce...

The Golden Knight...

He has come to this city?

Yes, master.

But with the immortal lives that you have blessed us, we will defend you.

You needn't worry. None can direct their blades at me.

As you can see, there should be a response if we're able to detect anything.

Is this Karma really such a dangerous Horror?

Yeah, because it possesses mirrors instead of people. And it can move from mirror to mirror easily... a real pain in the ass to kill.

The mirror that Karma possesses becomes the demon mirror... the only way to slay it is to enter that mirror.

Correct.

How do you even get inside the demon mirror?

According to this book, "You must release your life in front of the demon mirror."

So it says.

So, you have to die.

You can't get in the demon mirror unless you die?

Then how can you beat it!?

There's only one way to enter it alive.

The demon sword of Rubis.

With that sword, the demon mirror will allow entry.

Akaza, the last one should be here.

You have it here?

Is that true?

Yes.

Demon steel, huh?

Yeah, you should be able to break into the mirror with a sword made from Horror fangs.

Many Makai Knights and Makai Priests have ventured into the mirror with this sword...

But none have returned.

Why?

Because the sword doesn't have the power to return to our world.

Once Karma is gone, the mirror world will be destroyed.

The only way out...

is to kill Karma.

I'll do it.

That's why I came back.

Don't touch it!

Priest, I will find Karma. Until then, hold onto this sword...

Right.

I'll make sure no one else takes it.

But...

Nobody's been able to beat Karma before.

Don't sweat it, Shiguto. That's what the Golden Knight is for.

That's a good point, Mr. Zaruba.

Shiguto.

You don't have to be so polite to a magic ring.

I'm going to borrow the keys to the training hall.

Awesome!

You're competent as you claim. That was a skilled display of offense.

However...

your defensive posture is lacking.

I don't need to know how to defend.

I simply need to defeat my enemies!

Stop.

I don't want to hurt you.

If I was your enemy, this Priest would be dead.

You're a coward, Kouga!

Would you say that to a Horror?

What!?

Stop it, Rekka!

Move!

This is all you're capable of now.

Priest, pardon my rudeness.

It's fine.

Rekka... you're the one who was rude.

It's a wonderful dress... It would look good on you.