Arc the Lad (アークザラッド)

Five spirits, which control the world, please accept my wish.

The light which shines in the darkness.

The bountiful earth which brings life.

Pure water which moistens our throat.

The wind which carries our souls.

And the flame which blows courage into people's minds.

We are living in this world under the protection of the spirits.

However, people forget that, become arrogant,

fight against each other, hurt each other.

How long must this tragedy be repeated?

Five spirits, please bring us just one ray of hope.

And people, don't ever forget,

about the Ark of the Covenant, which was given to you as proof.

Nobody will ever open the Ark.

Sorry to bother you with an urgent matter like this.

I don't mind working for you, Mr. Clive,

but I'd never have expected something like that.

Do you dislike it?

I have a family and other responsibilities,

but what the hell is it?

Do you want to know?

No, I guess I had better not.

Follow me.

Why do we need to use a regular blimp with all its problems?

We can't help it. It's necessary for security.

Does that thing really need to be transported with such care?

Pretty much. See, look at the door.

Are you saying Arc might come to get it?

I've heard the facility in Horn was attacked three days ago.

Really?

It's a rumor. But I've also heard that girl was brought from Horn.

Then it might happen.

However, I don't think he would come here just to kidnap that girl. Then it might happen.

However, I don't think he would come here just to kidnap that girl.

Where is that guy named Alfred?

He's been in the bathroom for a long time.

Can we trust a guy like that?

Clive selected him himself, so you can take it easy.

I hope so.

Sister! Sister Chante!

You are a good boy, so please be quiet.

I'm fine, so please...

Last call for boarding, please hurry to gate number six.

Run.

Forget about it and get on with your life.

No, no! No way, Dad.

Go! I know you are a strong boy!

Dad!

Survive. May the spirit of flame bless you...

No!

Elk, Elk...

Damn, how can you sleep at a time like this, Elk?

We are about to start working, but look at you!

Your job is harder than you think.

You don't need to tell me that.

Well, Shu isn't here with you today,

so hold off on the shaking in fear until everything is over.

I know that your tricks don't work all the time.

Cougar, want me to show you just how tricky my power is?

It IS a trick, isn't it?

It won't be my fault if you get burnt.

Hey, hey, don't do it in here.

You'll make the Hien crash.

Old Man Bibiga...

Anyway, I don't understand!

Why do I have to work with a lousy guy like this?

What?!

I couldn't help it. This job is urgent!

We're here.

It's been about an hour since the mayday.

No demands from the suspects.

No organization has claimed responsibility.

The Hunter's Guild requests

that we rescue the passengers and capture the hijackers.

We can't kill them?

You got it.

Roger. Well, see you later.

Keep up your end, old man.

That's my concern. Hurry up and go!

What? Paralyzed with fear?

Don't get in my way while I'm working!

Same to you.

I've got a bad feeling about this.

Don't you think it's too quiet?

I guess so. I don't see anyone who looks suspicious.

Wait a sec, I see. I understand.

Don't worry. I'm a Hunter.

Did you come to rescue us?

Exactly!

Use the emergency stairs and go to the upper deck,

so you can board the evacuation pod.

I've already confirmed that there are no hijackers there.

Hurry up and go!

Hey, you should have been more careful.

Why did you rush in here without checking to see if it's safe?