Macross Delta (マクロスΔ（デルタ）)

Second Lt. Chuck, remember that activating the scissors results in a loss of power.

Aye, sir.

Second Lt. Mirage, you're neglecting your right side.

You'd be dead if not for Captain Arad covering you.

Yes, sir.

That is all. Dismissed.

Hold on just a minute!

What's the point in calling me over here?

Why waste my time? You're not even worth talking to.

But since you asked, let me tell you something.

Don't hesitate in battle. If you get the chance, take the enemy down.

In the past three encounters, you've only aimed for the wings.

The same goes for you, Second Lt. Mirage.

The Aerial Knights are one thing, but the Spacy pilots were merely under mind control.

The captain and Chuck also aim for the wings when fighting Spacy.

That's because they have the necessary skills to do that.

But you two do not.

Keep this up and yyou are going to die.

Sir, can you elaborate further on my mistakes?

Your controls are precise.

Any mistakes I could point out would be nitpicking.

Then again...

That is also your weakness.

You fly by the book.

Meaning your motions are obvious.

Against seasoned pilots, you wouldn't last a minute.

Sgt. Hayate might be lacking in multiple aspects, but his movement is often unpredictable.

As ludicrous as the Immelmann dance may be, it does demonstrate a good sense of piloting.

Not that it would keep you alive for long.

The Grim Reaper be reapin'.

Don't let it get to you, Mirage.

Planets Listania, Airberl, and now Anthem III.

Windermere has already annexed a total of three planets.

They've won all their battles so far.

Please. Turning the tide around is where the game gets fun.

Captain Arad, can we expect any reinforcements from central Spacy?

I wouldn't bet on it. They probably think this is some minor conflict between frontier planets.

Not to mention they have their own stuff to worry about.

Politics is tough.

Uh... Where is it...

There you are!

Oh, shut up!

Ah, I'm gonna be late!

A rainbow voice?

Mikumo?

That's the song the Wind Singer sang.

I can't get it out of my head.

Doesn't it intrigue you how you can feel life shining out of his voice?

It's strange, isn't it?

There's nothing like that in your voice.

Welcome!

One jellyfish ramen, coming right up!

Hey, where's our Ragna fried rice?

Could we order now?

Just a moment!

Welcome!

Yo, we've got more customers up front!

This place really is busy.

I saw a ton of people out and about in town, too.

Nothing boosts the economy like a war or two.

Now that you mention it, I've been seeing a lot of businessmen these days.

War profiteering feels so wrong.

We're not the ones to talk, though.

Dude, fuck Messer.

Before, he wouldn't even scold us.

When we screwed up, he'd just give you that look of his.

Sends shivers down my spine.

Yeah, it does...

He told me that I was good for nothing with that face of his...

Poor thing.

Word.

Where's Mira-Mira?

She stayed behind to practice.

No surprise, given the way she got told off.

Jeez, Mikumo can be a real slave driver, too.

But she looks so cool on stage, with her long hair floating behind her.

The way Messer flies is also impressive.

A lone dart piercing the blue sky.

A straight, sharp line.

He's not called the Grim Reaper for nothing.

Judging by pure mechanics, he may even have the captain beat.

He's good to his Siegfried, too.

Huh?

Haya-Haya's such a mess.

You sortie once, and she comes back more trashed than a girl after an all-nighter.

A complete wreck.

But Mesamesa's Sieggy is like a girl who's had her beauty sleep.

Skin as beautiful as a newborn!

Silky smooth and super soft.

Uh-huh...

His piloting puts minimal stress on the machine.

Oh?

You're right.

The way he flies gets to me.

I know. I end up looking at her even if I'm dancing next to her.

It's driving me crazy, but you know...

Yeah. I'm not gonna lose!

Tomorrow's training...

I'll show her!

Wow.

Were they separated at birth?

I heard you're giving them the Spartan treatment.

It's because I want them to stay alive.

Just don't break them in the process.

What about you?

Are you feeling all right?

No problems at all.

Good to hear.

Remember to take it easy sometimes.

I know.

Captain Arad!

Look what I've got.

Oh! Barrette jellycatfish!

Wanna try some at the cafeteria?

Sounds great!

You too, Messer.

I need to prepare for tomorrow.

I... see.

Next time, then!

See you!

It's jellycatfish! That's the best kind!

Sorry he's always so unsociable.

It's fine. Shall we, then?

Resonance ratio is falling.

Your Highness!

Your Highness, you should refrain from singing for a while.

We can't afford that.

Keith?

Is that combat gear?

Enemy scouts have been spotted near the Starwind sector,

so we disposed of them.

Why did I get no reports of this?

Your Highness. We cannot secure the Starwind sector without your voice.

Please grant us the wind that carries our wings.

But...

It's fine.

It is my duty.

In exchange, I want you to end this war as swiftly as possible.

I swear upon the scars etched into our planet.

She's the granddaughter of that genius Jenius pilot!

If she had but a fragment of her grandparents' talent, but alas...

Mirage!

Let's show the Grim Reaper today that our prospects aren't so grim!

Here.

Yeah, you're right.

We lost contact with squadron 78 as well!

They must've fallen under mind contro—

Why do we have to fight our own comrades?!

That's... The Aerial Knights?!

Var outbreak on planet Ionideth.

Install tertiary equipment!

AIR booted.

Launch system operational.

You're good to go!

She feels fresh!

Protection units attached.

MMP booster packs installed.

Almost 70% of the Spacy pilots have already fallen under mind control

and we also have a guest appearance by the Aerial Knights.

The Alpha and Beta Platoons are to defend point Charlie.

The Delta Platoon will head for point Echo.

Time to repay our debts!

All Delta Platoon units on launch catapults.

Delta 1 to Delta 5. This is your first space battle.

A dogfight in space is a different beast.

Also, pay attention not to run out of propellant.

Roger.

Let's do this, Mirage.

Show the Grim Reaper what we're made of.

You can count on me.

Music is love!

Music is hope!

Music is life!

Music is energy!

Lend an ear to the songs of a goddess!

Super Dimension Venus, Walkure!

Delta Platoon, engage!

A song...

Gotcha!

One down!

Windamereans incoming from above!

Here they come.

White Knight.