Mobile Suit Gundam (1979–1980): Season 1, Episode 38 - Char and Sayla - full transcript
Mobile Suit Gundam
Rage on! Rage on! Rage on! Gundam!
You must run forth!
If you are still burning
with furious rage...
...You must fight the towering foe!
Fight! Fight! Fight!
Bring to bear the rage of justice, Gundam!
Mobile Suit Gundam! Gundam!
Rise once more! Rise once more!
Rise once more! Gundam!
You must seize the power!
Fly toward the galaxy, Gundam!
Mobile Suit Gundam! Gundam!
Char and Sayla's encounter...
...merely confirmed
how far apart their beliefs were.
The Zanzibar destroyed Wakkein's
Magellan as it fled from Texas.
And the White Base returned to Solomon.
The new-type: Challia Bull
Until yesterday, Solomon had played
an important role...
...in the space strategy
of the Principality of Zeon.
But now it would serve as a base
for the Earth Federation Forces.
As a result, the Federation has gained
a vital foothold to invade Zeon.
Soon reinforcements would arrive,
and the Federation Forces would
launch a full-scale operation.
It seemed to be only a matter of time...
But then, a bizarre incident
occurred at Solomon.
I can hear it again! It sounds like 'la, la'.
Its course is E-6.
If you're there, you should see the enemy!
Eh? We're not finished fixing
the electrical systems!
There's no way we could see it!
Hey! What happened? 38th Area! 38th Area!
General!
This is amazing...
Lalah is causing
all those bursts of light...
Even I find it hard to believe.
The new-type Lalah
and the mobile armour Elmeth...
They're beyond all expectations.
What was that? There was an explosion.
Marker! Where's the enemy?!
I can't see it.
The Minovsky particle density is terrible...
What is it?
I feel something calling us.
Put all crew members
on anti-air surveillance!
Yes, sir!
Mirai. What's the matter?
What?
Are you well?
No, it's not that.
It's just... There's something
very strange around Solomon.
Strange?
Well, I do sense
a threatening presence...
Mr. Bright!
What is it?
The White Base is ordered to
await port entry at level 1 battle stations.
Roger!
Deck 1 and Deck 2!
Gundam, Guncannon, G-Fighter, take
off! All hands to level 1 battle stations!
They're working us to death here!
Hey, Kikka!
Yes?
Could you little ones bring me my normal suit?
Mr. Sunmalo would be mad.
Don't worry. I'm all better now.
Sayla. I believe in you, but...
Don't bring personal causes into the battle.
Mr. Bright...
My actions thus far
have been sincere.
I was just confirming that, as your
commander. I trust you.
Thank you.
This is G-Fighter!
I'm ready for take-off!
Is something the matter, Bright?
Mm.
It seems like Sayla is trying
to shoulder her troubles alone.
So it seems.
Here I go!
Guncannon taking off!
I suppose it can't be helped.
I am a woman from Zeon.
Char's sister.
It's natural for him
not to trust me any more.
Not again!
Something is calling me!
There's something...
It seems like it's... calling out for me.
What is it?
I can almost... see something.
What is it?
Tired, Lalah?
Yes, Captain. But I'm fine.
I can keep going.
No. That'll be enough for today.
You've accomplished plenty already.
You should rest awhile.
Yes, Captain.
I can't hear it any more.
What was I hearing anyway?
I'm sure... something was calling me.
A few hours before this incident...
...Gihren Zabi, Supreme Commander
of the Principality of Zeon's forces...
...was meeting with Lieutenant Challia Bull,
who had just returned from Jupiter.
Now that your fleet has returned...
...we need have no fear of a helium shortage.
I don't intend to allow this war
to continue for years to come.
You'd mentioned about ending the war
in one month, Supreme Commander.
Don't say that, Challia Bull.
Please be seated.
Let's get to the main topic.
Right. Thank you very much.
Regarding the new-types you mentioned...
...I just have slightly sharper
intuition than a normal person.
I know more about you
than you do yourself.
Pardon?
I've gathered data showing your ability as
leader of the energy fleet to Jupiter.
The Flanagan Institute reviewed it.
The results are on the desk.
'Form of new-type Development
in the Case of Challia Bull...'
You're saying I have those abilities?
That's right. You have abilities
you haven't even noticed.
Of course, there's much about
new-types we don't yet understand.
But I'd like to put those abilities to use.
Too many people have died in this war.
I'm to serve under Lady Kycilia?!
Ah. You knew it before I even said it.
Well done.
Kycilia has been preparing...
...a new mobile armour that shall
utilise your fighting readiness.
As you wish, sir.
Good. The carrier Dolos is ready for you.
Sir!
Do you understand why
I'm sending you to serve under Kycilia?
Sir...
I can't tell what your
underlying intentions are, sir.
However, I shall make every effort
to understand.
That will be fine, Challia Bull.
Attempting to read the minds of
others will only lead to one's own downfall...
But I ask that you reflect on why
I'm sending you to serve under Kycilia.
So the one named Challia Bull
is on this ship?
Yes, ma'am! We'll have him operate
the Braw Bro with Lieutenant Simus.
Good.
If this Lt. Challia Bull's abilities
are greater than those of Lalah...
...we should consider
giving him the Elmeth.
Make sure Captain Char understands that.
Yes, ma'am. I'll inform him.
A man who has returned from Jupiter?
As a new-type, he might be
more promising than Lalah.
This console panel is surprisingly simple.
Lt. Simus, I'm ready when you are.
Let's launch!
Roger that, Lt. Challia Bull.
Have you found out
what's making Lalah so tired?
The voltage used to register her
brainwaves has a tendency to flow back...
...which affects Lalah.
Can you fix it?
We won't be able to control the Elmeth's parts
from long range like we did today, but...
We'll have to do it.
It may even work to our advantage.
It's harder for her to confirm the
enemy from a long distance.
I'm relieved to hear you say that.
Even if the psycommu does
enhance a person's intuition...
Lalah? Are you okay?
I'm fine...
I'll be ready for combat again in no time.
Lalah. If you are carried away in
battle, it could cost you your life.
I hear the Braw Bro shall be here shortly.
Yes. Come on. We'll go to the bridge.
Yes, sir.
I'm a bit concerned about this Challia Bull.
Why is that?
I'm not certain whether he'll
consider what's best for you, Captain.
You don't need to worry
about such things, Lalah.
Lt. Junior Grade Simus Bakharov
and Lt. Challia Bull...
...reporting for duty.
Welcome aboard. I'm Char.
This is Ensign Lalah Sune,
the Elmeth's pilot.
So this is Lalah,
the Flanagan Institute's star pupil?
Something wrong?
No. I was just wondering
about her lack of uniform.
I've been asking the supply corps for one.
We can't have her walking around the
ship like this. It's a problem.
Lieutenant Challia Bull...?
I see.
Captain. This young woman...
or rather, Ensign Lalah...
I can sense something from her.
It's like a kind of power...
And? What do you sense
from me, Lieutenant?
Oh! I do like men like you, Captain.
If you could try to be more
broad-minded...
...I believe it would be of
great benefit to Zeon.
I'll take that as a piece of good advice.
It's like I've made a new friend.
Welcome to the team, Lieutenant.
Thanks. If we are in fact new-types...
...I'm concerned about attaining
peace for all new-types.
Can I take that to mean
attaining peace for all mankind?
Of course!
Lalah. Do you understand
what the Lieutenant is saying?
Yes, sir.
It seems Ensign Lalah has great powers.
However, Lt. Challia Bull...
The problem is...
...the pilot of the Gundam mobile
suit appears to be a new-type as well.
In other words, the Federation has
already deployed new-types in actual combat.
That's certainly possible.
Hayato! Are you allowed out of bed?
Sorry to worry you.
What's going on?
It's just that the Gundam's control system has a
tendency to overheat. That's why...
Why did you dispatch the Lieutenant alone?
He's too conscientious.
He insisted on testing the Braw Bro
and I couldn't dissuade him.
Oh, is that right?
You disapprove?
Until the Elmeth is adjusted
to suit you perfectly...
...I won't allow you to sortie.
Come in.
Sorry to call you here.
It's fine.
What is it, at a time like this?
I wanted to clear up your
misunderstandings.
My misunderstandings?
You're angry with me, aren't you?
I'm close to Char, and I hid that from you.
Well, perhaps...
Char is my older brother.
Your brother?
Your older brother?
But then, how did you end up here?
The situation is... complicated.
So? Are you leaving the ship?
No...
I don't think I can at this point.
The White Base means too much to me,
and when I think of my brother
believing that he can do the impossible...
...I'd give my life to stop him!
Sayla!
My brother is a disgrace!
He's warped my father's true ideals
and thinks to achieve them himself!
He's not my brother Casval any more!
Is that his real name? Casval?
Yes... My brother... Casval...
And?
I'm sorry about this, Bright.
Here.
These are the gold plates
my brother gave me.
Please share them
among the White Base crew.
Is that what you really want?
I'd feel better that way...
I realise how self-centred that must sound.
You've chosen a difficult road.
I think I'm aware of it.
I understand.
I'll just treat you the same as I always have.
Thank you, Mr. Bright.
You know...
I can't help but admire your strength.
I really doubt this shall be
as easy as you think it will be.
Still... I'll be counting on you, Sayla.
I know.
Possible enemy patrol ship detected!
Solomon requests that
we launch interceptors!
Will they make us do everything?!
It proves that they trust us, Bright.
Only as a decoy?
Right! Order all units to take off!
Gundam! Guncannon! G-Fighter!
Take off at once!
Hayato, are you okay?!
I'm well, Miss Sayla!
I'll make up for the time I lost!
You'll just be observing for today,
until you get back on your feet!
Here it comes!
Looks like there are three machines...
No, it's...
I know it's not Lalah. It's someone else!
Lt. Challia Bull, enemy detected.
I'll leave the fighting to you!
I'm not sure how much I can do,
but please record all the data.
Roger that!
Incoming, Lieutenant!
I see it! I'll give it my best try!
Th-This is incredible!
The enemy pilot can sense the direct
line between our position and Earth?!
What?!
It's different from the last one!
Below!
I knew it... The Gundam's reacting too slowly!
What an amazing mobile suit and pilot.
He must be a genuine new-type.
Otherwise, there's no way he could've evaded
the Braw Bro's all-range attack!
Th-There are two or three mobile armours?!
Pull back! This is unlike any
mobile armour we've seen before!
Pull back!
K-Kai! Where did it come from?!
M-Mr. Kai! Where's the enemy?!
Pull back! This one is different!
The Gundam's reacting too slowly!
That pilot...!
He predicted I'd attack from the other side!
What's going on?!
The enemy should be just one mobile armour!
It's overheating!
The enemy is...!
What's wrong? Did he find us?!
Lt. Simus! Retreat!
What?!
I-I got him...
But I've pushed the Gundam
way past its breaking point.
The Gundam's control system
can't keep up with my speed!
If another enemy like that attacks,
we'll be done for.
Even Challia Bull was defeated...
If I launch in the Elmeth right now,
I can destroy the Gundam.
Don't underestimate him, Lalah.
The Federation's already deploying
new-types in battle, which means...
...the Gundam pilot may not be the only one.
You think so?
You must try to avoid risks in battle...
At least, the Gundam from Solomon
is too dangerous.
Besides...
We should think of Challia Bull.
He was an unfortunate man,
who knew that he was unable...
...to play right between
Lord Gihren and Lady Kycilia.
Letting him die honourably was
the best we could do for him.
Captain! You foresaw all this?
Lalah.
New-types are not omnipotent.
Perhaps they're just pathetic genetic
mutations spawned by war.
No...! That can't be true...!
Meanwhile, the White Base crew
was facing a grave situation.
Their fears about the Gundam's
control system had become reality.
In other words,
the Gundam's system
could no longer keep up...
...with Amuro's ever-developing reflexes.
After a makeshift system is installed...
...the Gundam departs
to follow the Revil fleet.
Ahead of this fleet...
...within Zeon's defence line...
...one brilliant mobile armour
dances gracefully.
Mobile Suit Gundam. Next episode...
Lalah's Dilemma.
Next episode
Lalah's Dilemma
Will you be able to survive??
Next episode
Lalah's Dilemma
Amuro, do not look back.
The star shining far off in space...
Amuro, it's your homeland
where you were born.
Do you remember the days
of your childhood??
The morning when you woke up, when it was warm?
Amuro, do not look back. Amuro...
A man must hide his tears, hide his tears.
Only look to tomorrow, to tomorrow... Forever...
Rage on! Rage on! Rage on! Gundam!
You must run forth!
If you are still burning
with furious rage...
...You must fight the towering foe!
Fight! Fight! Fight!
Bring to bear the rage of justice, Gundam!
Mobile Suit Gundam! Gundam!
Rise once more! Rise once more!
Rise once more! Gundam!
You must seize the power!
Fly toward the galaxy, Gundam!
Mobile Suit Gundam! Gundam!
Char and Sayla's encounter...
...merely confirmed
how far apart their beliefs were.
The Zanzibar destroyed Wakkein's
Magellan as it fled from Texas.
And the White Base returned to Solomon.
The new-type: Challia Bull
Until yesterday, Solomon had played
an important role...
...in the space strategy
of the Principality of Zeon.
But now it would serve as a base
for the Earth Federation Forces.
As a result, the Federation has gained
a vital foothold to invade Zeon.
Soon reinforcements would arrive,
and the Federation Forces would
launch a full-scale operation.
It seemed to be only a matter of time...
But then, a bizarre incident
occurred at Solomon.
I can hear it again! It sounds like 'la, la'.
Its course is E-6.
If you're there, you should see the enemy!
Eh? We're not finished fixing
the electrical systems!
There's no way we could see it!
Hey! What happened? 38th Area! 38th Area!
General!
This is amazing...
Lalah is causing
all those bursts of light...
Even I find it hard to believe.
The new-type Lalah
and the mobile armour Elmeth...
They're beyond all expectations.
What was that? There was an explosion.
Marker! Where's the enemy?!
I can't see it.
The Minovsky particle density is terrible...
What is it?
I feel something calling us.
Put all crew members
on anti-air surveillance!
Yes, sir!
Mirai. What's the matter?
What?
Are you well?
No, it's not that.
It's just... There's something
very strange around Solomon.
Strange?
Well, I do sense
a threatening presence...
Mr. Bright!
What is it?
The White Base is ordered to
await port entry at level 1 battle stations.
Roger!
Deck 1 and Deck 2!
Gundam, Guncannon, G-Fighter, take
off! All hands to level 1 battle stations!
They're working us to death here!
Hey, Kikka!
Yes?
Could you little ones bring me my normal suit?
Mr. Sunmalo would be mad.
Don't worry. I'm all better now.
Sayla. I believe in you, but...
Don't bring personal causes into the battle.
Mr. Bright...
My actions thus far
have been sincere.
I was just confirming that, as your
commander. I trust you.
Thank you.
This is G-Fighter!
I'm ready for take-off!
Is something the matter, Bright?
Mm.
It seems like Sayla is trying
to shoulder her troubles alone.
So it seems.
Here I go!
Guncannon taking off!
I suppose it can't be helped.
I am a woman from Zeon.
Char's sister.
It's natural for him
not to trust me any more.
Not again!
Something is calling me!
There's something...
It seems like it's... calling out for me.
What is it?
I can almost... see something.
What is it?
Tired, Lalah?
Yes, Captain. But I'm fine.
I can keep going.
No. That'll be enough for today.
You've accomplished plenty already.
You should rest awhile.
Yes, Captain.
I can't hear it any more.
What was I hearing anyway?
I'm sure... something was calling me.
A few hours before this incident...
...Gihren Zabi, Supreme Commander
of the Principality of Zeon's forces...
...was meeting with Lieutenant Challia Bull,
who had just returned from Jupiter.
Now that your fleet has returned...
...we need have no fear of a helium shortage.
I don't intend to allow this war
to continue for years to come.
You'd mentioned about ending the war
in one month, Supreme Commander.
Don't say that, Challia Bull.
Please be seated.
Let's get to the main topic.
Right. Thank you very much.
Regarding the new-types you mentioned...
...I just have slightly sharper
intuition than a normal person.
I know more about you
than you do yourself.
Pardon?
I've gathered data showing your ability as
leader of the energy fleet to Jupiter.
The Flanagan Institute reviewed it.
The results are on the desk.
'Form of new-type Development
in the Case of Challia Bull...'
You're saying I have those abilities?
That's right. You have abilities
you haven't even noticed.
Of course, there's much about
new-types we don't yet understand.
But I'd like to put those abilities to use.
Too many people have died in this war.
I'm to serve under Lady Kycilia?!
Ah. You knew it before I even said it.
Well done.
Kycilia has been preparing...
...a new mobile armour that shall
utilise your fighting readiness.
As you wish, sir.
Good. The carrier Dolos is ready for you.
Sir!
Do you understand why
I'm sending you to serve under Kycilia?
Sir...
I can't tell what your
underlying intentions are, sir.
However, I shall make every effort
to understand.
That will be fine, Challia Bull.
Attempting to read the minds of
others will only lead to one's own downfall...
But I ask that you reflect on why
I'm sending you to serve under Kycilia.
So the one named Challia Bull
is on this ship?
Yes, ma'am! We'll have him operate
the Braw Bro with Lieutenant Simus.
Good.
If this Lt. Challia Bull's abilities
are greater than those of Lalah...
...we should consider
giving him the Elmeth.
Make sure Captain Char understands that.
Yes, ma'am. I'll inform him.
A man who has returned from Jupiter?
As a new-type, he might be
more promising than Lalah.
This console panel is surprisingly simple.
Lt. Simus, I'm ready when you are.
Let's launch!
Roger that, Lt. Challia Bull.
Have you found out
what's making Lalah so tired?
The voltage used to register her
brainwaves has a tendency to flow back...
...which affects Lalah.
Can you fix it?
We won't be able to control the Elmeth's parts
from long range like we did today, but...
We'll have to do it.
It may even work to our advantage.
It's harder for her to confirm the
enemy from a long distance.
I'm relieved to hear you say that.
Even if the psycommu does
enhance a person's intuition...
Lalah? Are you okay?
I'm fine...
I'll be ready for combat again in no time.
Lalah. If you are carried away in
battle, it could cost you your life.
I hear the Braw Bro shall be here shortly.
Yes. Come on. We'll go to the bridge.
Yes, sir.
I'm a bit concerned about this Challia Bull.
Why is that?
I'm not certain whether he'll
consider what's best for you, Captain.
You don't need to worry
about such things, Lalah.
Lt. Junior Grade Simus Bakharov
and Lt. Challia Bull...
...reporting for duty.
Welcome aboard. I'm Char.
This is Ensign Lalah Sune,
the Elmeth's pilot.
So this is Lalah,
the Flanagan Institute's star pupil?
Something wrong?
No. I was just wondering
about her lack of uniform.
I've been asking the supply corps for one.
We can't have her walking around the
ship like this. It's a problem.
Lieutenant Challia Bull...?
I see.
Captain. This young woman...
or rather, Ensign Lalah...
I can sense something from her.
It's like a kind of power...
And? What do you sense
from me, Lieutenant?
Oh! I do like men like you, Captain.
If you could try to be more
broad-minded...
...I believe it would be of
great benefit to Zeon.
I'll take that as a piece of good advice.
It's like I've made a new friend.
Welcome to the team, Lieutenant.
Thanks. If we are in fact new-types...
...I'm concerned about attaining
peace for all new-types.
Can I take that to mean
attaining peace for all mankind?
Of course!
Lalah. Do you understand
what the Lieutenant is saying?
Yes, sir.
It seems Ensign Lalah has great powers.
However, Lt. Challia Bull...
The problem is...
...the pilot of the Gundam mobile
suit appears to be a new-type as well.
In other words, the Federation has
already deployed new-types in actual combat.
That's certainly possible.
Hayato! Are you allowed out of bed?
Sorry to worry you.
What's going on?
It's just that the Gundam's control system has a
tendency to overheat. That's why...
Why did you dispatch the Lieutenant alone?
He's too conscientious.
He insisted on testing the Braw Bro
and I couldn't dissuade him.
Oh, is that right?
You disapprove?
Until the Elmeth is adjusted
to suit you perfectly...
...I won't allow you to sortie.
Come in.
Sorry to call you here.
It's fine.
What is it, at a time like this?
I wanted to clear up your
misunderstandings.
My misunderstandings?
You're angry with me, aren't you?
I'm close to Char, and I hid that from you.
Well, perhaps...
Char is my older brother.
Your brother?
Your older brother?
But then, how did you end up here?
The situation is... complicated.
So? Are you leaving the ship?
No...
I don't think I can at this point.
The White Base means too much to me,
and when I think of my brother
believing that he can do the impossible...
...I'd give my life to stop him!
Sayla!
My brother is a disgrace!
He's warped my father's true ideals
and thinks to achieve them himself!
He's not my brother Casval any more!
Is that his real name? Casval?
Yes... My brother... Casval...
And?
I'm sorry about this, Bright.
Here.
These are the gold plates
my brother gave me.
Please share them
among the White Base crew.
Is that what you really want?
I'd feel better that way...
I realise how self-centred that must sound.
You've chosen a difficult road.
I think I'm aware of it.
I understand.
I'll just treat you the same as I always have.
Thank you, Mr. Bright.
You know...
I can't help but admire your strength.
I really doubt this shall be
as easy as you think it will be.
Still... I'll be counting on you, Sayla.
I know.
Possible enemy patrol ship detected!
Solomon requests that
we launch interceptors!
Will they make us do everything?!
It proves that they trust us, Bright.
Only as a decoy?
Right! Order all units to take off!
Gundam! Guncannon! G-Fighter!
Take off at once!
Hayato, are you okay?!
I'm well, Miss Sayla!
I'll make up for the time I lost!
You'll just be observing for today,
until you get back on your feet!
Here it comes!
Looks like there are three machines...
No, it's...
I know it's not Lalah. It's someone else!
Lt. Challia Bull, enemy detected.
I'll leave the fighting to you!
I'm not sure how much I can do,
but please record all the data.
Roger that!
Incoming, Lieutenant!
I see it! I'll give it my best try!
Th-This is incredible!
The enemy pilot can sense the direct
line between our position and Earth?!
What?!
It's different from the last one!
Below!
I knew it... The Gundam's reacting too slowly!
What an amazing mobile suit and pilot.
He must be a genuine new-type.
Otherwise, there's no way he could've evaded
the Braw Bro's all-range attack!
Th-There are two or three mobile armours?!
Pull back! This is unlike any
mobile armour we've seen before!
Pull back!
K-Kai! Where did it come from?!
M-Mr. Kai! Where's the enemy?!
Pull back! This one is different!
The Gundam's reacting too slowly!
That pilot...!
He predicted I'd attack from the other side!
What's going on?!
The enemy should be just one mobile armour!
It's overheating!
The enemy is...!
What's wrong? Did he find us?!
Lt. Simus! Retreat!
What?!
I-I got him...
But I've pushed the Gundam
way past its breaking point.
The Gundam's control system
can't keep up with my speed!
If another enemy like that attacks,
we'll be done for.
Even Challia Bull was defeated...
If I launch in the Elmeth right now,
I can destroy the Gundam.
Don't underestimate him, Lalah.
The Federation's already deploying
new-types in battle, which means...
...the Gundam pilot may not be the only one.
You think so?
You must try to avoid risks in battle...
At least, the Gundam from Solomon
is too dangerous.
Besides...
We should think of Challia Bull.
He was an unfortunate man,
who knew that he was unable...
...to play right between
Lord Gihren and Lady Kycilia.
Letting him die honourably was
the best we could do for him.
Captain! You foresaw all this?
Lalah.
New-types are not omnipotent.
Perhaps they're just pathetic genetic
mutations spawned by war.
No...! That can't be true...!
Meanwhile, the White Base crew
was facing a grave situation.
Their fears about the Gundam's
control system had become reality.
In other words,
the Gundam's system
could no longer keep up...
...with Amuro's ever-developing reflexes.
After a makeshift system is installed...
...the Gundam departs
to follow the Revil fleet.
Ahead of this fleet...
...within Zeon's defence line...
...one brilliant mobile armour
dances gracefully.
Mobile Suit Gundam. Next episode...
Lalah's Dilemma.
Next episode
Lalah's Dilemma
Will you be able to survive??
Next episode
Lalah's Dilemma
Amuro, do not look back.
The star shining far off in space...
Amuro, it's your homeland
where you were born.
Do you remember the days
of your childhood??
The morning when you woke up, when it was warm?
Amuro, do not look back. Amuro...
A man must hide his tears, hide his tears.
Only look to tomorrow, to tomorrow... Forever...