Season 1 - Episode 9: Our Protector's Song
防人の歌
The sound of helicopter blades came from outside, fading as the soft clanking of metal was heard. A slightly younger Tsubasa sat at the side of her bike, working with tools on her bike. She hummed a soft tune as a small smile was graced on her face. Slowly, Kanade leaned over her shoulder, humming the same tune. Tsubasa jumped slightly, looking to her side to see her friend. "Kanade?" Tsubasa spoke, surprised. " You're looking well," Kanade commented, looking at her crouched companion. "I'm off today, so I was gonna take a trip on my bike," Tsubasa explained, which didn't change Kanade's attitude. "You just got them to give you a license. But you know, that's the first time I heard you sing outside of missions," Kanade said, embarrassing Tsubasa. Kanade then flicked Tsubasa on the forehead, snapping her attention back. "I hope you let me hear you hum again," Kanade said, turning away before starting to leave. "Kanade!" Tsubasa quickly said, "People aren't supposed to hear you humming!" Kanade stopped briefly at the entrance, looking back with a smile. "I know that. Bye, then," Kanade said before finally leaving. Tsubasa smiled as the memory slowly faded.
Back in reality, Tsubasa slowly came out of a machine, having been checked to see how she's healed so far. She slowly sat up, keeping the blanket held up to cover her body. She glanced at her hand as the doctors spoke, "Okay, we're done with the check. The damage has completely healed." A smile then graced Tsubasa's lips as she closed her hand, lifting her head up. "I'm back, Kanade," She muttered, speaking to herself.
(Play Synchrogazer Tv-Size by Nana Mizuki)
Synths rolled across the screen as music began to play. As the beat hit, Synths rose up, displaying various characters. First was Tsubasa, Kanade, and Takuya, the next was Miku, Ryouko, and Takiyama, and then Seth, Chris, and Hibiki. It then quickly showed Ryouko raising the volume before revealing Hibiki atop a rock formation at night. As Hibiki sang, wings sprouted from her back and she took flight into the air.
Listen To My Song...
In the night sky, a shooting star flew across the sky, it gave a bright silhouette of Hibiki with wings before another silhouette appeared alongside Hibiki's, this one being Zero-One. It showed Hibiki's face with orange electricity sparking in her eye before revealing the title.
Senki Zesshou Symphogear X Kamen Rider Zero-One
Meteoroid-Falling, Burning, and Disappearing, then...
Boku no koe wa kioete imasu ka? Please tell me...
(Are you hearing my voice? Please tell me...)
It showed Miku in the middle of the field, gazing up at the stars before she reached her hand out, grasping at nothing.
Kotae no nai kyokō no sora mezashi fly far away
(Devoid of answers, I am for the fictional sky and fly far away)
It showed Tsubasa picking up a mic with a picture of her and Kanade. She held it close, closing her eyes for a moment before leaving the room to perform.
Kotoba ja tarinai kara boku no subete uketomete
Because words aren't enough, accept everything about me)
Seigyo dekinai... shitakunai yo
(I can't control myself... and I don't want to)
Hajimete shiru kankaku
(It's the first time I've felt this way)
It then briefly showed the inside of Section Two, revealing Sakuya and Aoi before showing Ryouko, Shinji, Genjuurou, Inei, and Kasai. It then showed Chris as she covered her body and ears, falling into a pit of dismay before she reached out into the light, crying. It then showed Hibiki and Takiyama walking in separate paths to Seth and Miku. Miku then called out to Hibiki, reaching out to her before the four of them were in the Flower with Seth behind the counter. It then showed Hibiki donned in her Symphogear with Takiyama as Zero-One - Rising Hopper behind her. It then flashed between various scenes. The first of which was Durendal, then Finé, Chris as a child before a fire, the silver armor of Nehushtan, the gleaming silver visor of Slipstream, Takuya and Shizuru in the main room of the A.I.M.S base, and then Chris armored in the Nehushtan.
Kimi ni utau yo eien no hajimari wo
(I sing to you about the beginning of eternity)
"Dakara waratte..."
("So, smile...")
It then showed Tsubasa battling out on the battlefield before cutting to her on stage, revealing that she was singing this song.
Dare yori mo atsuku dare yori mo tsuyoko dakishimeru yo
(I'll embrace you with more strength and more passion than anyone else)
Furueru kokoro yusabureba ī nanika ga ugokidasu
(It's fine if your trembling heart is shaken; something has begun to move)
It showed Hibiki, Tsubasa, Zero-One, Vulcan, and Valkyrie beginning their attack on a horde of Noise. First was Hibiki and Zero-One as Hibiki began with kicks and punches to the Noise. She then pulled back on the gauntlet on her armor as Zero-One jumped ahead, holding out the Attache Calibur. Hibiki's gauntlet snapped closed, producing a force of wind that pushed Zero-One forward, allowing him to slice through the Noise. Next was Tsubasa as she effortlessly cleaved through Noise and Valkyrie, who rushed past various Noise, firing bullets off at their bodies. Vulcan then held up the Attache Shotgun and fired, sending a powerful bullet through the Noise and up into one of the larger ones.
Bokura kitto, umareta hi kara deaeru hi wo zutto sagashitetanda
(Surely, we were searching all along for our meeting since the day we were born)
Kaze no naku yoru wa omoidashite
(On nights when the wind cries, remember)
Tomo ni kanadeta kiseki ten ni mau yo
(The heavens we dance in are the path we performed together)
It showed Hibiki, Takiyama, Tsubasa, and Kanade along together, singing as the sky behind them showed their Symphogears and Rider forms. Then it revealed Tsubasa with her enlarged armed gear and the riders activating their finishers before all five jumped into the air. Hibiki dove through with a kick with Zero-One as Tsubasa cleaved straight through. Both Valkyrie and Vulcan aimed their shotrisers before firing charged blasts straight through. After they all landed, it snapped to an image of Miku, Hibiki, Seth, and Takiyama with their hands clasped together.
(Op End)
In Section 2, Takiyama, Seth, Miku, and Hibiki were walking down one of the many hallways, giving Miku a tour, or at least as much of one as they could give without exposing military secrets. Despite being there only a few times, Seth hadn't explored all of Section 2 yet so it was also partially a tour for him too. "I didn't know there were shelters and bases under the school," Miku commented, glancing around. "I know right! I was just as surprised when Tak-Kun brought me down here for the first time too," Seth said, resting his arms behind his head. "Well Section 2 is the base of operations against Noise attacks, so it would make partial sense for it to hide in plain sight," Takiyama said. Hibiki then saw someone, running towards them, "AH! Tsubasa-San!" Glancing over, Tsubasa was surprised to see Hibiki, Takiyama, and their friends. "Tachibana-Chan? Hiden-Kun? And that's..." Tsubasa said, looking at Seth and Miku. Miku bowed as she introduced herself, "Hello, I'm Kohinata Miku." Seth gave a simple salute with a smile, "Seth Midorikawa at your service," he greeted. "They're our best friends!" Hibiki said confidently. "I'm sure her personality causes many problems for you, but please support her," Tsubasa spoke to both Miku and Seth, despite Hibiki still standing right there. "Well, Hibiki is a problem child, so I'm sure she causes difficulties for you, but please take care of her," Miku responded. Takiyama sweatdropped at the continuation of the conversation as if Hibiki wasn't standing right there with them.
"And you, you were the one who saved me that day, weren't you?" Tsubasa questioned, looking at Seth. "Hai! I couldn't just let you sacrifice yourself like that. It wouldn't have been the right thing to do," Seth explained. Tsubasa smiled before bowing, "Arigato." Seth waved his hands, saying, "It's no issue! Really!" Inei looked at Tsubasa as he took a sip from a cup of water. 'Tsu-Chan's smiling... She really has changed since then,' Inei thought, smiling slightly. "It's kind of weird being here with Miku," Hibiki commented. "Now that you mention it, it kinda is weird," Takiyama agreed, nodding while holding his chin. "The commander arranged things so that she can work with Section 2 as an external agent," Tsubasa explained, "Still, it might be hard for her..." "I'm well aware. It's no problem," Miku told her. "Come to think of it, where is Genjuuro-San?" Seth asked. "He went out for something," Inei told them, leaving it at that.
"Ah, I see what this is. Girl talk?" Ryouko suddenly said, seeming to come out of nowhere. "I don't know where to start," Shinji commented, "But please don't just ignore us for now." "Do you also like that kind of stuff, Ryouko-San?" Hibiki asked, eager to know as Miku seemed to be interested as well. "Of course I do. Once you hear all my tales of romance, you won't be able to sleep at night," Ryouko told them, making Seth and Takiyama shiver at what that could even possibly mean. "Sounds kind of scary," Miku commented despite Hibiki's excitement. "Ryouko-San's tales of romance!?" Hibiki said, trying to imagine the possibilities, "I'm sure she's fallen for a rich gentleman, in a fancy bar!" Tsubasa sweatdropped at Hibiki's thoughts. "It was a long, long time ago," Ryouko started, "Actually, I get really caught up in romance." This definitely caught Hibiki's and Miku's attention while surprising Tsubasa. "I'm surprised. I thought you would be more interested in research than romance," Tsubasa admitted. "You know what they say: "Life is short! Love!" and the power of a young girl in love is amazing!" Ryouko said. "A young girl?" Inei muttered before quickly ducking, causing a punch from Ryouko to hit Seth, knocking the teen down.
"The whole reason I started researching relics was-" Ryouko started saying before being taken back by Hibiki's and Miku's eager expressions. "Go on! Go on!" Hibiki and Miku said, waiting for the rest of the story. "W-Well..." Ryouko hesitantly said before giving an excuse, "I'm busy, so I don't have time to talk." "You interrupted us though," Inei bluntly said before side stepping, dodging a kick that hit Seth, who had just gotten back up. "Seth!" Takiyama said, immediately aiding Seth. "Anyway..." Ryouko said, giving a final piece of advice, "To be a real woman, you must have a great romance. You two, make sure to fall in love with someone nice." With that, Ryouko left, waving bye. "Okay. Bye-bye!" "We didn't get to hear it, did we?" Miku asked while Ryouko was leaving. "Hmm, does she have her guard up?" Hibiki questioned, "But someday, I'll get her to tell me about her romance!" At the same time, Takiyama was helping Seth up, the teen holding his nose as he muttered, "Ugh... Bakit? Anong ginawa ko?"
Once Ryouko was a fair distance away, she began to think to herself. 'Perhaps that wasn't really me... Have I changed? Or...' She came to a stop, glancing downward. 'Has someone changed me?'
Elsewhere, Genjuurou was arriving at an abandoned apartment complex with a bag in his hand. His eyesight then landed on Takuya who was nearby, leaning on a bike similar to the Rise Hopper, but with a black and blue color scheme and red accents, a wolf head motif on the front of it. The rider looked up from his Rise phone at Genjuurou. "The commander isn't back yet," Inei commented as the scene switched back. They had taken a seat on the couch by the refreshment machines. "Yeah," Tsubasa said, "I have the medical check results to report to him." "Looks like the updates on the new software we had installed came back, not that Genjuurou is here to receive it," Takiyama sighed, scrolling through his risephone. "There isn't a whole lot of time left before we have to leave," Inei said, finishing off his drink. "You have work already!?" Hibiki questioned, surprised. "Just a little. For now, I'm still taking it easy," Tsubasa told them. "You'd think they'd still give you a little more time to rest, even if it's just simple work," Seth said. "It isn't as horrible as it was then, right?" Hibiki asked, catching the bluenette off guard. "Let's go out then, Tsubasa-San! All of us!" Hibiki said, catching all of them off guard save for Inei, who's external reaction was black. As for his internal reaction, it was still mostly blank. "G-Go out!" Takiyama said, taking it the wrong way rather quickly in a sudden shock, nearly dropping his risephone.
In an abandoned apartment complex, Chris sat with a blanket around herself, empty food containers surrounding her. Her head peaked a little at the sound of the rain, letting out a soft sigh, before lowering her head at the sound of her growling stomach. She then jumped to her feet and hid around the corner by the door at the sound of approaching footsteps. Reading her fist, she got ready to punch however came through the door to escape. However, she was quickly stopped when Takuya stepped in, holding a bag. "Here," he said, dropping a bag into her arms, making her nearly drop it at first, before leaning against the wall by the sliding door. "I'm here alone, don't worry," Takuya said, staring Chris down. He was partially lying, but hey, he was in the room alone. This didn't stop Chris from staring Takuya down. "Calm your tits," Takuya barked, glaring back, "I told you I wouldn't let you be the one that got away." "H-How did you find this place," Chris asked, still holding her ground despite Takuya's glare making something in her buckle a little. "Before I began working with A.I.M.S, I was a young graduate from high school and a police academy. Had things worked out differently, perhaps I would be just a simple officer arresting a trouble maker like you," Takuya told her," Now eat up, or let it go to waste. Doesn't change the situation." Chris continued to stare him down for a moment before plopping down, digging into the food he'd brought her. After the hospitality he'd shown her in the past, he wouldn't have any reason to poison her, right?
"Violinist Yukine Masanori and his wife, Singer Sonnet M. Yukine, were working for a NGO that helped war refugees, When they were killed in a civil war, eight years ago. Their only daughter then goes missing," Takuya recalled, having done his research upon the request of Genjuurou. "After which, The United Nations intervened at Val Verde, changing the situation dramatically. The girl was found, captured by gangsters, and rescued. There, she was brought to Japan," Takuya stated. "What makes you so interested in me? Makes me feel violated to be researched like that," Chris asked, finishing off the milk drink that was included. "Because, I share a similarity," Takuya told her, "I told you before that I had a brother, we share the same mother but different father, a matter of different interests at the time at marriages. But my parents died before my very eyes when I was 10, so I ended up living with my brother and his father. Even with their help, I was basically on my own, not even the countless therapy sessions or miscellaneous detective visits situated any of that out as I just seemed to keep relieving the incident." Takuya's gaze didn't leave Chris, but his eyes did shift a little to avoid looking where he shouldn't.
"Telling me your life story doesn't answer anything y'know," Chris told him. Takuya scoffed before continuing, "Despite none of it working, I was able to see my own sorrow and conflict and decided to change that, to see to it that people wouldn't have to live through those situations. Before, I said I wouldn't let you be the one that got away, but I never said I was gonna lock you up." His gaze got serious as he stared directly into her eyes, "I simply came here to save you." That caught the silver haired girl off guard as she dropped her half drunken milk carton. "N-Nobody asked you too!" Chris snapped slightly, coughing slightly as she got back up to throw a punch at the wolf-ish boy. Takuya grabbed her wrist, stopping her from making contact. "Help me... help you," He told her, his brown eyes staring into her lilac colored ones. They stayed like that, with Chris simply trying to push the blush on her face back down, the gentle sound of the rain barely ringing in their eyes as slowly, both sides leaned closer to the other until their lips were slowly locked together.
-Authorize-
Tsubasa stared at her watch, sighing. "What are they doing?" She muttered. She was wearing a disguise outfit, mostly using a hat and sunglasses to hide her face. Beside her, Inei watched a pair of birds in a tree as he waited. Unlike Tsubasa's outfit of shorts and a vest over a blouse, Inei went a lot more casual, being black jean shorts, his dark purple jacket over a white shirt, and his brown hair was tied in a short ponytail at his neck. They were waiting at a bridge for the others. "Gomen, Tsubasa-San!" Hibiki cried out as the other ran up to them. "You're late," Tsubasa told them while Inei blew a bubble with a piece of gum. "We're sorry, but like usual... Hibiki overslept..." Takiyama said once he caught his breath. "And boss needed me a little past my shift..." Seth answered. That's when the four noticed Tsubasa's appearance, surprised. "It's alright!" Someone else greeted them, walking up to them and wrapping an arm around Tsubasa. "Kanada-San!?" They gasped, surprised she was joining them. "I hope you guys didn't think I'd miss a day out with Tsubasa before she's back on the big stage!" Kanade said, smiling before taking a bite out of her hotdog she had left to go get earlier. She was dressed in a white top with a black top over it, jeans, and heeled boots.
"T-There isn't much time. Let's hurry," Tsubasa quickly said, beginning to walk away after slipping out of Kanade's arm while Inei followed behind her. "Huh... Guess she's looking forward to this," Seth muttered. Hearing it, Tsubasa turned around, slightly embarrassed, "I just want to make up for the time someone lost!" "I guess that's more like her..." Hibiki muttered with Kanade giggling.
The group even went to see a movie, drawing most to tears save for Inei, who remained blank, and Seth, who had dozed off a little at the most emotional part. As the group then enjoyed some ice cream, Chris couldn't help but look at herself in Takuya's mirror, trying to adjust the clothes she was lended so it wouldn't seem like she was showing off purposely. She continued to stare in the mirror before tracing her lips. The kiss from the night before wasn't supposed to happen, but she had let her guard down, let herself become vulnerable because someone like her was trying to care for her. It was... different.
Letting out a sigh, Chris removed the towel off her head, using it to finish drying off her hair before she tossed it in the laundry bin. She then stepped out of the room and towards the kitchen where Takuya was. "Guess you enjoyed your shower," Takuya greeted, placing a bowl of curry and rice in front of her. "Yeah... You have good water pressure here," Was all Chris said, unsure of what to make conversation about as she took her seat. Takuya couldn't help but chuckle at the attempt as he took his seat. For a moment, everything seemed awkward as Takuya began to dig in and Chris lightly poked at her food.
Slowly getting agitated by the silence, Chris placed her fork down and looked at Takuya, saying, "L-Listen! About the kiss last night, th-that...!" "It was a one time thing," Takuya cut her off after swallowing a bit of rice, "That happening wasn't my intention so you know." "R-Right!" Chris looked away before quickly digging in, trying to distract herself from the moment now that it seemed even more awkward for her. Takuya smirked just a little before resuming eating.
At the arcade, the group was trying to have fun, but right now it was just Hibiki trying to win a certain plushy out of a machine for Tsubasa. "Just you watch, Tsubasa! I'm gonna get the one you want!" Hibiki declared. "Aren't you getting a little too into these things?" Takiyama questioned, holding onto a giant bear that he had won for Hibiki earlier. Hibiki didn't listen however as she paid the price, hitting the button immediately with a shout. "Do you have to yell like that?" Miku questioned, holding her ears. However, it quickly became a failure as the stuffed animal fell out of the claw. "This machine is rigged! I think I'm cursed," Hibiki declared, earning a sweatdrop from the others. "If the machine's already broken then it's no problem if I damage it further, right? I-ll just summon my Symphogear then-" Hibiki questioned. "N-Now hold on a minute there!" Takiyama said, worried. "Maybe this anger will finally summon my Armed Gear!" "Don't yell so much!" "If you want to yell like that, then I know just the place to go!" Seth offered.
It was then that they went to karaoke, which was a surprise and an excitement for Hibiki in particular. Hours went by before they were heading up the stairs to an overlooking view. "Tsubasa!" Hibiki called down. "How do you guys have so much energy?" Tsubasa questioned. "You just tire too easily," Kanade told her as she walked past her. "Give her a break, this is unusual for her," Seth commented, leaning over the railing and gazing out. "I am all but a sentinel, gazing over the field of battle," Tsubasa muttered, finishing the climb up as she looked over at the others. "Today, I felt like I saw a whole new world I'd never known," Tsubasa said as her gaze shifted to the sky. "That's not true at all," Takiyama said, setting the giant bear on the ground by a tree as Hibiki took Tsubasa's hand and led her to the railing. Tsubasa's face filled with surprise as she looked out at the setting sun and the city. "Look, that's the park where we met today!" Hibiki pointed out. "And overthere is the theater," Seth pointed out, standing next to Tsubasa. "And just over yonder is the karaoke place," Takiyama joined in. "This world before you, made up of everything we did today, everything we did in the past, and what we have yet to do... that's the world you know," Inei said, looking at as well.
"We're able to live here because we all fight to protect it," Kanade said, wrapping an arm around Tusbasa's shoulders. "So don't say that you don't know it," Hibiki told her. "This is what's laying beyond all the fighting," Kanade said, causing Tsubasa to look at her, "and everyday I'm reminded that this is waiting for us once it's all over." Tsubasa then looked back out before slowly smiling, confident. Tsubasa then looked back over at the sky, taking in a breath of the air as she let it all sink in. This is what she was protecting... and what was waiting for her once it was over, for all of them. A smile then slowly graced her lips.
-Authorize-
The following day, Tsubasa had Hibiki and Miku meet her on the roof where she had handed the two of them four tickets, two for each of them and two for Takiyama and Seth. "The festival is only ten days from now, but I made them fit me into the lineup," She explained. "I see." "It's kind of like a replacement show for the one that got canceled when I was hospitalized." Hibiki flipped one of the tickets over, looking at the information on the back. That's when she caught the location of the event, having flashbacks to the night two years ago. "Tsubasa-San, is this..." Hibiki muttered. "That arena holds some painful memories for you too, Tachibana," Tsubasa commented, glancing down, thinking on it. It must be painful to think about that place again, but Hibiki simply responded with a smile. "Arigato, Tsubasa-San." "Hibiki...?" Miku looked over at Hibiki, slightly surprised. "They may be painful, but I'll always overcome the past," Hibiki said, holding the ticket tightly, "Right, Tsubasa-San?" Tsubasa didn't know what to say at first, glancing at the ground before looking at a pair of birds. A smile then graced her face as she looked at Hibiki, nodding, "Let's overcome the past together."
A few days later, Inei and Tsubasa were walking along the backstage of the stadium where the festival was taking place, Tsubasa dressed in casual clothes for once. "Rehearsal went as planned. Goes to show you won't lose your talent even if you take months or years off," Inei complimented, glancing at a small schedule book. However, they were interrupted by a set of clapping. Looking in front of them was a male roughly between the age of teen and young adult, dressed in a black shirt under a white dress coat, a pair of tags hanging around his neck, with blue jeans and dress shoes. He had black hair and soft brown eyes as well as a relaxing smile. "It's Amatsu-San," Inei recognized. His name was Ryugi Amatsu, the CEO of Zaia Enterprise and the lead director of both the Japan and US divisions. Beside him was a secretary humagear, dressed in similar attire to Izu, but with a gold-yellow replacing the cyan-teal that would normally be there, with long brown locks and the same gold-yellow colored eyes.
"He's the head of Zaia and its various smaller enterprises, most notably Thouser-Intellion," Inei explained for Tsubasa to understand, "He's the one who got you the deal to take you international." Ryugi bowed once he was close, "Simply calling my Ryugi-San is fine. Amatsu is reserved for my father," Ryugi expressed, showing a kind hearted chuckle, "I came to talk to you directly since it seemed I couldn't get through to your managers." Inei thought about it, about to say something before stopping to look at Tsubasa. In the end, it should be her choice regardless of what he had to say. "Can you give me some time to think about it?" Tsubasa asked. Ryugi smiled and nodded, "I'm happy to grant whatever time you need to consider. I just hope it's soon so people across the world can get to see your talent up close," He said, "I look forward to tonight's show." With that, the CEO bid farewell and left to deal with whatever matters he had before the show.
Outside the stadium, people from almost all over had gathered, getting their entrance to the festival for the various events. Deeper in the city however, Takiyama was driving the rise hopper with Hibiki on the back, the two both trying to head to the festival. "Even though we got free tickets, we're gonna end up late because of all this traffic," Takiyama commented, glancing at the various vehicles around him. "Why are we always cursed..." Hibiki muttered. A ringing then hit their ears, signaling a call from Section 2. Both tapped the sides of their helmets, tuning in. "Takiyama and Hibiki, reporting in," Takiyama said. "We detected signs of Noise emerging. Location is being sent now. I'll warn Tsubasa-" Genjuurou was cut off by Hibiki before he could continue. "Commander!" "What is it?" "Let us handle it alone. Tsubasa-San has her own battle to fight tonight. I want to let her sing that show to the end. Please." This caught Genjuurou of guard for a second, but he smile before getting serious once more. "I'll message AIMS, but are you sure you two can handle it?" A smirk came across Takiyama's face as he pulled up the directions on his helmet, revving the engine. "Hai!" With that, the two sped off, pushing between the cars in front of them and taking a sharp right. There wasn't any doubt that they couldn't handle it. At the stadium, Tsubasa was stepping onto stage at the same time Takiyama and Hibiki were getting closer to the factory under attack, having already transformed.
Somehow, Takuya, or Vulcan in his Gatling Hedgehog form, and Chris had already gotten there, with the two both raining down fire at the larger threat. Valkyrie was with them as well, dashing between the lesser Noise threats to clear them out as fast as possible so they wouldn't prove a problem. However, the larger Noise possessed a cannon of its own, firing at the two gunfighters. This knocked Chris away while Vulcan put his arms up, standing his ground despite his shaken balance. This was when Tsubasa's song started.
(Flight Feathers by Nana Mizuki)
Deja-vu mitai na kankaku seisai mitai na puratonikku
(It feels like déjà Vu, like a platonic love holding me back)
Kasaneau memorī todoite Wishing
(The memories we amassed keeps me wishing, imagining)
Jūryoku mitai ni hikarete ichimiri no zure mo naku
(Your song was drawn to me like gravity, without leaving even the tiniest gap)
Hāto no domannaka wo inuita Song
(This is the song that shoots straight through my heart)
As the attack subsided, Vulcan stumbled slightly, catching his breath. However, he didn't have long as the Noise prepared for another attack. Quickly, the wolf rushed in front of the downed Chris, standing guard, but just as the Noise's cannons reared back, ready to fire, they were destroyed with a single punch from Hibiki who arrived on time. The girl then landed as she pulled back on her gauntlet, readying herself before charging into the horde. As Valkyrie kicked right through one Noise, three headed straight for her, only to be intercepted and sliced in half by Zero-One and the Attache calibur. Looking at him, Zero-One gave a thumbs up before rushing at the lesser Noise.
Dakishimete... kono tsumi wo...
(Embrace me... and my sins...)
Ryōte surinuketeyuku puromisu
(With the two hands that failed to uphold our promise)
Onegai My star... dōka ima...
(Please, my star... right now, somehow...)
Tabidatsu tsubasa no kaze wo Ah kanadete
(Bring me the wind to fly on wings)
In seconds, hordes of the lesser noise were dealt with, leaving just ash behind. However, the larger threat was culled as it aimed two of its other cannons at Hibiki and Zero-One. Before they could do anything, bullets rained on both sides, destroying both sets of cannons. "There! Now we're even!" Shouted Chris who then jumped away to get to higher ground. "And I don't owe ya dinner!" Valkyrie joked, dashing off before slamming her knees into the face of a Noise. Zero-One chuckled under his helmet, looking at Hibiki who smiled back. The two then charged onwards with Zero-One swapping to his Shining Hopper form.
Sā Starting! Hajimaru shinfonī densetsu wa koko kara to
(Now, it's starting! A symphony that will become a legend from here on out)
Kono hikari no Live wa shinkuronishiti
(With the lights of this show in perfect synchronicity)
Sā Amazing kiseki okosō furueru kurai de ī
(Now, I'll bring forth an amazing miracle, enough to make us tremble)
Tabun sore dake no monogatari nanda shinjite My road
(That is all there is to my story, and I walk my road with faith)
Tsubasa's concert was going splendid, the crowds cheering with glee as Ryugi sat in the far back at the top, sipping from a tea cup with Rin beside him. But the dangers the group was facing were still going on, and were inching closer to becoming even more dangerous. Hibiki slammed her fist into the ground, shattering the concert and stone as it upset the balance of the Noise, roaring in confusion and fright as it tried reading whatever cannons it had left. But this plan was quickly cut off as Zero-One dashed by in a blink, completely severing the Noise's cannons from its body.
Sā Starting! Hajimaru shinfonī densetsu wa koko kara to
(Now, it's starting! A symphony that will become a legend from here on out)
Kono hikari no Live wa shinkuronishiti
(With the lights of this show in perfect synchronicity)
Sā Amazing kiseki okosō furueru kurai de ī
(Now, I'll bring forth an amazing miracle, enough to make us tremble)
Tabun sore dake no monogatari nanda shinjite My road
(That is all there is to my story, and I walk my road with faith)
Hibiki began pulling on her gauntlet once more, this time pulling even harder as she brought it past its limit, drawing even more power into her fist. When Zero-One landed, he summoned up the Authorize Buster in gun form, inserting a progrise key into it before scanning it across his driver.
Progrise Key Confirmed, Ready For Buster! Zero-One Authorize!
As Hibiki readied herself, the armor on her legs jetting out before launching her into the air, Zero-One aimed at the Noise, preparing the shot while Vulcan and Chris laid down cover fire and Valkyrie played defense, stopping any remaining lesser Noise from reaching them. As Tsubasa sung the last lyric, Hibiki came down, her fist slamming into the Noise before the gauntlet shut, rocketing all the force behind her punch into the Noise. Zero-One then fired as Hibiki backed off at the last second, his shot entering at the exact opening Hibiki had left. This caused an explosion of force and energy, leaving not even a trace of the Noise besides ash.
Zero-One Buster Dust! ゼロワンバスターダスト
Back at the concert, everyone cheered at the conclusion of Tsubasa's song, clapping while the singer stood there, listening. "Arigato mina!" Tsubasa thanked, waving at the crowd, "It was wonderful to once again be able to put all I have into my song!" Taking a moment, she continued, her smile not wavering in the slightest. "It's been too long since I felt this way. I almost forgot what it was like. But now I remember how much I love to sing! I love to sing for everyone who comes to hear me!" This was when she decided to address the topic at hand, what she was asking about prior. Just as Tsubasa was addressing her crowd, with the others, the ground began to shake as more larger Noise, the same types with the cannons, emerged from the ground, roaring for their fallen comrade. Just one with lesser Noise was a little difficult despite being taken care of so easily, but something like this? They may struggle a bit.
"You may have heard that I received an offer to sing overseas. I once wasn't sure why I even sang at all... But now I know that I want my songs to reach as many people as possible! Even if they don't understand the words, if there's something I can convey with my songs, I want to sing to all the people of the world!" This continued to gain the respect of the crowd, their cries still ringing out. The Noise began to fire out gunfire of their own, causing the group of heroes and heroines to scatter, the ground they once were being destroyed in seconds. Chris and Vulcan were then taken off guard, their footing being blasted to bits before they could get farther, stumbling to the ground.
But even as they got back up, the Noise all had their cannons aimed at them. Four, eight, there were very well 20 cannons aimed at all of them, four for each of them. Zero-One could handle two, maybe three of the Noise, but who knew how much longer he could hold out with Shining draining his stamina. "I kept on singing believing that my songs could help others, but from now on, I want to sing for myself as well. I love singing so much! This is the one thing I want for myself, so please hear me out. Please allow me this." Valkyrie looked at the Noise and grinned under her helmet. She couldn't hear her dearest friend sing, but she could feel it. Even so far apart, she could feel what Tsubasa was saying, as if the two were forever connected. "Of course they'll allow you..." Just as Tsubasa's crowd started cheering once more, Valkyrie drew out a black and yellow progrise key, spinning it in her palm. "Tsubasa spilled her heart out to her fans... I've done the same before, and yet... I still have more to sing. So it seems like an encore is an order!"
Thunder!
Just as Tsubasa's tears ran down her face, Valkyrie closed and removed the cheetah progrise key from the Shotriser before inserting the new one, opening it before pulling it out, pointing it above her.
Authorize! Kamen Rider! Kamen Rider!
Valkyrie then pulled the trigger, causing a bullet to enter the air. Said bullet then exploded, releasing millions of hornets that rained down on Valkyrie, forming into armor upon contact.
Lighting Hornet! Piercing Needle With Incredible Force.
(Play Gyakkō no Resolve by Minami Takayama)
Kimi to iu oto tsumugu tame
(We walked together with matching footsteps)
Futari de ayunda tsugau ashiato wa
(To spin together the sound called you)
Valkyrie got into a ready position as she sang, her voice a little shaky at first, before jumping forward, wings sprouting from her back. She flew through the air, aiming down at the large Noise. Her goal was to take on as much as she could, freeing up whatever that was left for the others. Seeing this, Vulcan chuckled before charging towards the other Noise, swapping to Punching Kong as he swung in for a punch at one of the noise's legs, making it stumble.
Bōgyaku kara umaredeta
(But it's swallowed by the cruelty)
Zankoku ga nomikomu
(That was born from tyranny)
Valkyrie pulled the trigger, firing at the arms that held up the cannons. With each shot, a small mechanical hornet emerged from her chest, shooting after the bullet and striking in the same place, sending a jolt of electricity through the Noise. It roared in pain as it was filled with not just bullet holes, but also ever increasing volts. Zero-One swapped the Authorize buster to Axe form as he took Hibiki's hand, the two dashing across the field to strike clean through one of the larger Noise.
Namida de hane ga nureta hi
(On the days your feathers are wet with tears)
Omokute tobenai nara
(If they weigh too heavily for you to fly)
Sono migite ni soeyō to
(My extended hand will cut through the wind)
Sashinobashita katate ga kaze wo kiru
(To support your right hand)
Valkyrie approached the ground, flying close to it as she went under the Noise, opening up its stomach with her attacks. Roaring, the Noise aimed its charging cannons at Valkyrie as soon as she reappeared in its sights. Smirking, Valkyrie fired into its cannons, sending one large burst of electricity through its system, making it combust. Vulcan activated his finisher using the Attache Shotgun, sending his gauntlets as well as one of Chris' rockets shooting through the damaged Noise Zero-One and Hibiki had taken care of. That was two down.
Sennengo no kyō (moshi deai) umarete mo
(Even if we're born (or if we meet) a thousand years from today)
Tamashī no furyūgeru wa futari wo yobu
(The flügel of our souls will call us together)
Gyakkō no (memorī) ni waraeru yō ni
(For that reason, I'll be the person who you imagined)
Tsubasa ga egaita atashi de iru tame ni
(Smiling in (your memories of) the backlight)
Valkyrie flew towards the next Noise, her Hex Vespas digging themselves out of the Noise's remains to follow after her. Dodging cannon fire, Valkyrie opened fire of her own, her followers following soot as they tore through one of the Noise's arms, two of its other arms were compromised right after due to Chris' machine guns. Hibiki jumped into the air before coming down, smashing the Noise's head into the concrete and into pieces. This eliminated a third, leaving just two left.
Sennengo no kyō (moshi deai) umarete mo
(Even if we're born (or if we meet) a thousand years from today)
Tamashī no furyūgeru wa futari wo matsu
(The flügel of our souls will call us together)
Gyakkō no (memorī) ni waraeru yō ni
(For that reason, I'll be the person who you imagined)
Tsubasa ga egaita atashi de iru tame ni
(Smiling in (your memories of) the backlight)
Kimi to iu oto kanade tsukiru made
(Until the sound called you ceases playing)
Hibiki and Chris took care of the remaining two's cannons, either destroying them with a hit or shredding them with a barrage of bullets. This allowed Valkyrie and Vulcan to focus on the legs, either knocking them off balance while shattering their legs or sending massive jolts through their system, making them stumbled down. The three riders then stood/floated together as they activated their finishers together. With a charge, the three went shooting through the two Noise all at once, the force being enough to make the Noise explode as the three skidded across the ground upon landing.
Shining! Impact! シャイニングインパクト
Lightning! Blast! Fever! ライトニングブラーストフィー
Punching! Blast! Fever! パンチングブラーストフィー
Looking back, the riders disengaged their transformations, Hibiki catching Takiyama before he could fall. Kanade stretched, grinning despite a small steak of blood running down the corner of her mouth. "I never would have thought you'd sing. I thought you couldn't," Takuya commented, looking at Kanade while rubbing his shoulder. "Neither did I, but... I guess something or something gave me the energy for it..." Kanade said, whipping the streak of blood from her mouth as she looked at the sky. A smirk came across her face as she closed her eyes. "Another job well done!" She exclaimed, grinning. "It's just a shame we had to miss Tsubasa's concert," Takiyama commented. "Yeah. I was really looking forward to it," Hibiki pouted before noticing something. "Takuya-San... Why were you and Chris-San here together?" "Oh yeah, you two were even here before I was," Kanade commented, looking at the two. "T-That's none of your business!" Chris shouted, her face flush. "I gave her a ride, that's all," Even Takuya denied it.
"No matter how much you try to hide it, you two just seem too perfect for each other," Takiyama pointed out. " Come over here! There's nothing going on!" Takuya said, gaining a tick mark as he came towards the president. "Ah, quick Hibiki, run!" Takiyama said, laughing. "Hai!" Takuya gave chase as both Hibiki and Takiyama ran from him, laughing.
Season 1 - Episode 9 - End
A/N: I apologize for this taking forever to come out. While I was busy with some things, I did have a lot of free time so I'm sorry for not finishing this sooner. But hey, it's here now so enjoy it to its fullest! This just brings up another step closer to the ending of Season 1, which I really look forward too.