Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture (コードギアス 奪還のロゼ)

Bingo.

They'll make fine souvenirs.

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The once-mighty superpower, the Holy Britannian Empire,

which had occupied a third of the world,

fell with its 99th Emperor, Lelouch vi Britannia,

ultimately marking the end of its long history.

Turmoil ensued, fragmenting the empire into several smaller countries.

However, under the leadership of Schneizel el Britannia,

the majority of these states came together

under the banner of the United Federation of Nations,

taking a new step forward.

Peace reigned once again. Or so it seemed...

Kowa Period, Year Three.

A faction of Britannian forces declares war on the United States of Japan

and launch a surprise attack on the Hokkaido Block,

swiftly seizing control.

There they establish the Neo-Britannian Empire.

And so, the Japanese people once again faced oppression.

Reminiscent of the days when Japan was a territory under Britannian rule

known as Area 11.

Situmpe Tower is still standing strong.

Which makes that our target.

Big brother, how's the tune-up coming along?

- - I'll need 11 more minutes.

Looks like we're camping here tonight.

Mmm-hmm. Looks like it.

Hey, are you hungry?

You really shouldn't squirm around so much.

Otherwise, who knows what my bullets might hit.

Why are you doing this to us?

We're not terrorists, or collaborators!

- Please! - Every...

Eleven... says...

the... same... thing.

I think we should drop the whole matter, Gran.

Huh?

Fine.

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My husband!

I did like you said, Greede. I let it drop.

- - A slight misunderstanding.

Forgive us.

No need to interfere.

Play nice, and they walk all over you.

That's the problem with you brainless monkeys.

Looks like we'll have to teach them a lesson.

So listen up!

I think it's time that you worthless Elevens learned your place!

Your former Lord, Jugo Sumeragi, is dead.

His daughter, Sakuya Sumeragi, wastes away in prison!

The Situmpe Wall, which you built to keep Britannia at bay,

now serves to protect our Neo-Britannian Empire.

Crushing the Black Knights' invasion plans.

Two times. Definitively.

You're all livestock trapped in the ultimate cage.

There's no hope for any of you!

Don't bother thinking about things. Live your idle lives.

Having human feelings and human rights are beyond you.

You should feel honored to serve as my target practice!

Security forces, take out the rest of the trash.

Yes, my lord!

In other news,

security forces carried out a counter-terrorism operation yesterday

in the Kushiro Ghetto of the Tsurumai District.

The Kirkwayne Security Forces

- reported zero casualties - Oh.

Meanwhile 36 Eleven terrorists

- were killed. - Kirkwayne?

Hi, welcome!

Would you fill up the oil and recharge the battery, please?

What the hell's the matter with you?

- You stupid girl! -

A single drop of that oil is worth more than any of you Elevens!

I... I'm sorry.

Sorry doesn't replace the oil ya spilled!

Now get up, you... Uh--

Why did you hit her?

What the heck?

Answer the question.

I'm in charge here, I'll treat her however the hell I--

Ow...

Hey, hey, come on now.

That's enough, Ash.

Let's all just relax and take a breath here.

Sorry about that. My brother's such a hothead.

What's wrong with you people?

You know, I've got half a mind to call the--

Look, we don't want any trouble here.

I'm sure you and I can come to an understanding.

Why don't we step inside and talk this out.

- Can you stand? - Huh?

- Let me help. - Oh...

I'm sorry.

Is your brother going to be all right by himself?

Yeah.

You don't have to worry about him.

I was outta line before.

Are ya hurt? If you're tired, you can rest inside.

After all, you Japanese are a national treasure to us.

Um, thank you.

Well, please allow me to pay restitution for how I've treated you.

And overtime, of course.

Just a minute!

You rest. I'll take care of this one.

You're a treasure, I tell ya!

Welcome, what can I get you?

He had a change of heart after our talk. I don't think he's such a bad guy.

Are you, like, a magician?

So I'm a magician, huh? Sounds nice!

\SEVEN SHINING STARS, OTARU HIDEOUT

\ I don't like it!

Do you honestly expect us to rely on complete strangers?

They've got a great track record.

There was the Kutchan Cricket Stadium Attack, for one.

The Rarumanaino Dam Eniwa Murder.

And The Niseko Panorama Line Attack. Isn't that right?

Mmm.

They seem to be taking down Britannian officials in each case,

while saving Japanese lives.

The Nameless Mercenaries, right?

Yeah. Just showed up out of nowhere about a year ago.

All we know about them is that they're brothers.

And Britannian.

No way! I can't trust these guys.

I have to agree.

I'd hate for us to put our faith in these two

just to get stabbed in the back.

But if the rumors about them are true, it's worth considering.

They would make formidable allies.

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More cats?

The poor things were floating down the river.

I almost didn't get there in time.

They're so cute!

Wait, are you seriously thinking about taking in more strays?

- I'll look after them. - You're joking, right?

I'm the one who takes care of them.

All you do is buy their food.

- That wasn't a "no," right? - Huh?

It's your lucky day, little ones. Welcome to the family.

We never agreed on that.

Would you rather I throw them back in?

Oh, sure, make me the bad guy.

Then I guess it's settled.

Ash! Are you serious?

- - I wonder

if they're from the same litter?

Probably.

All right, they're registered for adoption.

I just hope that they both end up in a good home.

So do I.

If you keep this up, the trailer's gonna be full of strays.

Maybe we should change careers and open up a pet shop.

I'll let you handle running it.

I'd be useless.

Well, you could do it if you just tried!

Hmm, not a bad set up.

This might be fun after all.

Sorry to disappoint you.

But the theater's closed.

I heard this place had some great films.

Been years since this place screened something.

We got an invite.

The film code was 946W465.

I invited you. Call me Black Cat.

Pleasure to meet you.

I'm Rozé, and this is Ash.

We can talk more inside.

So, what do you think?

I don't sense any hostility.

Then let's go.

This is Greede Kirkwayne, one of the Einbergs in charge of strategy.

His younger brother, Gran Kirkwayne. Also with the Einbergs.

He's a captain of this territory's Knightmare Frame Combat Forces.

They claim to be conducting

security operations and counter-terrorism activities,

but that's a lie.

They've killed countless Japanese just for fun.

Two years ago, they murdered my family.

There are so many of us who have suffered at their hands.

We want to hire the two of you to take them out.

What do you think, Ash?

It's up to you.

Whatever you decide to do, I'll follow your lead.

Will you take the job?

We'd be taking on two of the Einbergs.

Key figures in Neo-Britannia's military.

Fighting them won't be a walk in the park.

Just that makes the whole idea sound worthwhile.

Then...

Yeah, we've got it covered. My brother and I are on the job.

\KIRKWAYNE DOMAIN

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We've received the transmission from the nearby police force.

The Japanese terrorist group has gone silent.