Kuromukuro (クロムクロ)

We have already spent 30 rotation cycles cooped up in Glongurs,

and yet we still have absolutely nothing to show for our sojourn in these lands.

I'm starting to feel the need to release some of this pent-up frustration.

But we lost contact with Hedo, and now Fusnarnie too.

That black Glongur seems to be a tough nut to crack.

I suggest you refrain from making any rash decisions.

Commander Rephyl, I have returned bearing a hinge stone.

Well done.

We can collect all the hinge stones we want, but it's pointless unless we find the cornerstone, Nouet.

Don't say that, Mirasa.

We have yet to find even a single hinge stone ourselves.

We have a pretty good idea of where the cornerstone is located.

Then let us conquer the area immediately—

Don't rush things, Imser.

The black Glongur prowls that land.

You coward.

Are you telling us to request assistance from home, Yorga?

Ridiculous.

Such foolishness would make us Gezon-Reco an eternal laughing stock within Efidolg.

A warrior should have the nerve to endure shame for the sake of victory.

Your decision, Commander Rephyl.

We shall carry out this task by ourselves.

I admit Yorga has a point,

but I don't intend to share this glory with anyone else.

Sire!

Well, summer break starts tomorrow,

but I'm not exaggerating when I say the summer of your second year will affect the rest of your lives.

There's no telling what might happen if you waste this time.

Don't get fooled into thinking you can start over in life whenever you want and regret it.

Take good care of yourselves.

Let's meet again at the start of second term.

Would it kill Take-poo to choose his words more wisely?

What a massacre.

Don't look!

Getting to Mars is gonna take you a while, huh?

Screw aliens. I hate them.

How'd you do, Kenny?

My name is Kennosuke.

No way.

Miss Yukina, I have bad news.

Ken beat you at English.

You're right!

How?

Element-hairy, my dear Yukina.

Looks like Kenny was born in the wrong country and the wrong era.

Yes, I can.

Anyway, why does it feel like there are fewer students here now?

A bunch transferred out or went back home.

I bet there'll be even fewer when second term rolls around.

Why to Kennosuke, of all people?

Guess you'll be taking extra lessons, girl.

Nah, I don't have to.

Say what?

I'll be in a training camp in Kurobe the entire time.

They want me to be able to defend myself.

Ah.

Well, that probably suits you better than extra lessons.

Sure hope so.

Akagi, what're we doin' over summer break?

Oh, sorry. I've got other plans.

Huh... Going on a trip?

Something like that.

All right.

Over the next month, I will reshape you into real men.

I'd rather stay a girl, thanks.

And...

Let's have a good time.

What're you doing here?

Taking part in the training camp, obviously.

Why?

To get closer to his goal of becoming a geoframe pilot, apparently.

His old man asked me to train him well.

He said I could ride you hard, so you'd best be prepared.

Th-Thank you!

The first and last words out of your filthy sewer will be "Sir"!

I-I'm sorry, sir!

Bullshit! Sound off like you've got a pair!

Sir... Sir, yes, sir!

Milady, surely you don't have to undergo this training?

It's okay, Sebastian.

This is a good opportunity to hone my combat skills.

Besides, my body has grown rather lax lately.

This will be greatest summer ever!

In exchange for your freedom, I will grant you hell!

How stupid.

What was that?

I don't see why I should play along with this nonsense.

This ain't marine training, and I ain't one to hit women or children.

You, however, are the exception here.

Aerobic capacity and stamina are key factors in body strength!

You will run 15 kilometers every single day!

Ten seconds left!

Step on it!

Thanks for the food.

It's okay. You'll get used to it in no time.

Sophie...

Sh-Shen Mi?

Wha—

Wait, no—

Quit flailing.

But it hurts!

Now we move on to the real thing.

Giving her a dose of that?

Yeah.

"That"?

S-Something's coming...

Don't move.

Deep...

Deep inside...

This is Shen Mi's special skill.

She's done this to me before, too.

Not there!

Now you'll feel much better in the morning.

Gee, how nice.

Huh? Where am I?

Oh, I'm not at home.

Bonjour.

Had a good night's sleep?

Morning.

My body feels lighter somehow.

Uh, do we start with running?

No, you and Ken have class.

What?

Um, could this be...

Yes.

Mr. Takekuma asked me to make sure you don't neglect your studies.

But who's going to teach us?

Be it Japanese, Math, Science, Social Studies...

I can handle it all.

You're kidding.

Okay.

Well then, let's call it a day.

Tomorrow, we'll have world history, from the Paleolithic Age to the Industrial Revolution.

Oh, don't forget to review today's material.

We are to assemble at the shooting range in ten minutes.

Let me introduce you to the only pussy you'll ever get for the rest of your lives.

Wait...

Are those real?

You have a good eye.

How is this "pussy"?

Upon UN request, the Japanese government has allowed us to carry weapons as a special case.

They're for self-defense.

Sophie?

Wow...

Oh? Where'd you learn to shoot like that?

At a GIGN boot camp.

Jijin?

Groupe d'intervention de la Gendarmerie nationale.

France's counter-terrorism unit.

Right, GIGN.

Shirahane, you're next.

Give it a shot.

Who, me?

Is it over yet?

Yes.

You won't hit the target with your eyes closed.

Did I have my eyes closed?

You go next, Ken!

I have no need for projectiles.

Had a feeling you'd say that.

Isn't this...

Prove to me that what you said was true.

A high-frequency blade with a user-ID system, huh?

Talk about a fancy sword.

It's a katana forged by the demons.

Only its blade may cut them!

Very well.

Put your heart into your lower body!

There may be times when you have to abandon the artifact and escape on foot!