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E4 - Ai Kitora, A-Rank No.5 Agent

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[00:15] ---
    Four years has passed
    since the Neighbors first invaded.

[00:20] ---
    A Border agent, Osamu Mikumo
[00:22] ---
    met Yuma Kuga, who identifies
    himself as a Neighbor.

[00:26] ---
    Next day, a Trion soldier attacked
    Osamu's school and put him in danger,

[00:32] ---
    but he won with Yuma's help.
[00:34] ---
    It seemed that the worst has passed.
[00:37] ---
    Then Border's elite
    Arashiyama Squad appeared

[00:42] ---
    and pointed out that
    Osamu broke Border rules.

[00:45] ---
    C-Rank agents are still trainees.
[00:49] ---
    They aren't allowed to use
    Triggers outside of training.
[00:53] ---
    His actions clearly go against the rules.
[00:57] ---
    Arashiyama sempai,
    please don't praise a rule-breaker.
[01:00] ---
    - Trainee?
    - Rule-Breaker?
[01:03] ---
    Who is that?
[01:05] ---
    Ai Kitora.
[01:06] ---
    An A-Rank elite agent,
    though she is a middle schooler.
SIGN    Arashiyama Squad,
     Close range
    All-Rounder
    Ai Kitora (15)

[01:10] ---
    Hmm, an elite?
    Her?
[01:13] ---
    Indeed, it was against rules,
    but he saved citizens' lives after all.
SIGN    Arashiyama Squad,
     Mid-range All-Rounder
    Jun Arashiyama (19)

[01:19] ---
    Right. Mikumo helped us all.
[01:23] ---
    That wasn't me...
[01:25] ---
    Saving people certainly
    deserves recognition.
[01:28] ---
    But if we overlook this, other C-Rank
    agents might violate regulations too.
[01:35] ---
    If a member with a lack of ability
    goes into the field like a hero.
[01:39] ---
    it's totally obvious that
    it will lead to serious trouble.
[01:43] ---
    To instill discipline in C-rank agents
    and maintain order within Border,
[01:49] ---
    he should be punished
    according to regulations.
[01:54] ---
    She is right about that.
[01:56] ---
    I knew this would happen and
    certainly deserve to be punished.

[02:20] ---
    As the future comes
[02:20] ---
    bokura ni sono mirai ga
[02:23] ---
    Drawing ever nearer
[02:23] ---
    tatoeba chikazuita nara
[02:27] ---
    We gather light and let it shine
[02:27] ---
    hikari wo atsumete terashi
[02:30] ---
    And the Gate of our heart opens
[02:30] ---
    kokoro no Gate wo hiraiteku
[02:34] ---
    Always ready to fight
    for the sake of another

[02:34] ---
    kitto dareka no tame datte
    kanji nagara itsudatte tatakatteru

[02:38] ---
    Our scars will make us stronger
[02:38] ---
    kizu no kazu dake tsuyoku nareru yo
[02:41] ---
    Live and give each day
    a different color

[02:41] ---
    yatto ikite imi wo motte
    sono hibi ni sorezore no iro motte

[02:44] ---
    And let's paint a rainbow
[02:44] ---
    mata niji wo egakou
[02:47] ---
    Stay on the brink and scream
    Let's hope for the next future

[02:47] ---
    girigiri ni Stay shite sakebe
    tsugi no mirai kitai shitai

[02:53] ---
    Stay on the brink and fly again
    Let's go grab that smile

[02:53] ---
    girigiri ni Fly again
    ikuzo tsukame Smile Smile Smile

[03:01] ---
    To protect that special something,
    I am willing to abandon everything

[03:01] ---
    bokura niwa mamorumono ga aru kara
    sono tame niwa nani wo sutetemo iisa

[03:08] ---
    The sun sails from east to west
[03:08] ---
    higashi kara nishi e noboru taiyo ga
[03:11] ---
    Just to shine on you today
[03:11] ---
    kyou mo kimi wo terasu kara
[03:35] ---
    Ai Kitora, A-Rank No.5 Agent
[03:42] ---
    I should be punished
    for not following the regulations.

[03:48] ---
    But if I have to leave the squad
    because of this,

[03:51] ---
    I won't be able to fulfill
    my reason for joining Border.

[03:55] ---
    Then, I should apply again
    and start all over.

[04:00] ---
    But Border won't accept someone who
    once violated their regulations...

[04:06] ---
    Even so...
[04:08] ---
    It's too late for regrets now.
[04:11] ---
    That's the problem with trainees...
[04:13] ---
    Hey you.
[04:15] ---
    Why so arrogant,
    even though you arrived late?
[04:21] ---
    Who are you?
[04:22] ---
    Someone who was saved by Osamu.
[04:25] ---
    Stop it, Kuga.
    Stay quiet.
[04:29] ---
    Do you need permission
    to help someone in Japan?
[04:33] ---
    That's up to the individual, of course.
[04:36] ---
    But that's only when
    you don't use a Trigger.
[04:39] ---
    If you're using a Trigger,
    you need permission from Border.
[04:43] ---
    It's obvious, isn't it?
    Triggers belong to Border.
[04:46] ---
    What are you saying?
[04:47] ---
    Triggers belonged to the Neighbors.
[04:52] ---
    Do you ask the Neighbors
    each time you use them?
[04:57] ---
    Are you repudiating Border's activities?
[05:01] ---
    Rather, you just don't like the fact
    Osamu got praised.
[05:05] ---
    What...?
[05:06] ---
    W...what are you saying?
[05:08] ---
    I'm just talking about
    the Border's regulations.
[05:14] ---
    You...
[05:17] ---
    make up the stupidest lies.
[05:20] ---
    What is he?
[05:23] ---
    Okay, that's enough.
[05:26] ---
    Just got done checking the scene.
[05:28] ---
    Let's call the recovery team and leave.
[05:30] ---
    Tokieda sempai, but...
[05:33] ---
    I get where you're coming from.
[05:35] ---
    But Mikumo's punishment is for
    the higher-ups to decide, not us.
SIGN    Arashiyama Squad,
     Mid-range All-Rounder
    Mitsuru Tokieda (16)

[05:39] ---
    Right, Captain Arashiyama?
[05:42] ---
    Yeah, Mitsuru is right.
[05:47] ---
    Our unit will report on this matter.
[05:50] ---
    You make sure to go to the HQ today.
[05:53] ---
    Yes.
[05:55] ---
    I'll do my best to ensure
    your punishment isn't too harsh.
[05:58] ---
    I owe you for saving
    my little brother and sister.
[06:02] ---
    Thank you so much.
[06:04] ---
    No...I should thank you.
[06:06] ---
    Thank you, Mikumo sempai!
[06:08] ---
    That was great.
[06:09] ---
    Mikumo sempai is cool!
[06:15] ---
    Bye Mikumo kun, Kuga kun.
[06:17] ---
    See you.
[06:23] ---
    Ahhh, Kuga!
[06:25] ---
    Don't snap at Border agents
    like that.
[06:28] ---
    They'll be suspicious.
[06:30] ---
    That woman was so self-important.
    I couldn't resist.
[06:33] ---
    I hate those people who act big
    even though they don't do much.
[06:41] ---
    What Kitora said was right.
[06:44] ---
    In truth, I did nothing and nearly died.
[06:48] ---
    You're the one who saved us all.
[06:50] ---
    How so?
[06:51] ---
    You're the one who saved the students.
[06:55] ---
    You saved those who had failed
    to escape and almost got killed,
[06:59] ---
    so I helped you.
[07:02] ---
    I only remember helping you.
[07:05] ---
    Do you need other people to keep track
    of your own accomplishments?
[07:10] ---
    You're a pain in the neck, Osamu.
[07:33] ---
    Are you going to the Border base
    after this?
[07:36] ---
    Right. I have to go to the HQ
    to receive punishment.
[07:40] ---
    I promised Arashiyama san.
[07:43] ---
    Hmm.
[07:46] ---
    What?
[07:48] ---
    Hey, look.
[07:50] ---
    Wow, she's unbelievably cute.
[07:53] ---
    What is she doing here?
[07:55] ---
    Ai Kitora from Arashiyama Squad.
[08:00] ---
    Excuse me, can I take a picture?
[08:02] ---
    Ah, I'm sorry, but I wish you wouldn't.
[08:06] ---
    Photos and such are a nuisance.
[08:08] ---
    It's not like I'm some celebrity.
[08:10] ---
    Smile.
[08:12] ---
    Hey, I said it was a nuisance!
    What do you think you're doing?
[08:16] ---
    - I'll take one too.
    - Me too.
[08:18] ---
    Hey, you!
[08:21] ---
    Stop that.
[08:22] ---
    Honestly...
[08:27] ---
    What's she doing?
[08:32] ---
    I was waiting for you.
[08:33] ---
    Mikumo kun, right?
[08:36] ---
    I am Ai Kitora
    from Arashiyama Squad of the HQ.
[08:40] ---
    I'll accompany you to the base.
[08:43] ---
    The Arashiyama Squad agent
    has come for Mikumo sempai?
[08:47] ---
    Mikumo sempai is awesome!
[08:49] ---
    An A-Rank agent like her
    has come for a C-Rank agent like me?

[08:54] ---
    What is going on here?
[09:03] ---
    Don't get the wrong idea.
[09:05] ---
    I didn't come here to escort you.
[09:09] ---
    I came to keep an eye on you,
    so you wouldn't run away.
[09:11] ---
    I have no intention of running away.
[09:15] ---
    Do you think I can trust someone
    who easily break rules?
[09:19] ---
    You should be more aware
    of your own position.
[09:25] ---
    The central part of that Neighbor
    was destroyed accurately in one blow.
[09:30] ---
    Using a training Trigger while slipping
    through a moving enemy's blades...
[09:37] ---
    All right.
    You get a bit of praise.
[09:40] ---
    From an A-Rank agent
    to a C-Rank agent.
[09:42] ---
    This is a special case.
[09:44] ---
    Well, that was...
[09:46] ---
    But...
[09:49] ---
    Don't get carried away because
    you made a big splash
[09:52] ---
    and were treated as a hero.
[09:54] ---
    I haven't done that at all!
[09:56] ---
    Honestly speaking, our unit could've
    controlled the situation without you.
[10:01] ---
    You just happened to be
    closer to the scene than me.
[10:05] ---
    No, that's impossible.
[10:08] ---
    I don't mean to blame you.
[10:10] ---
    But you weren't in time at all.
[10:13] ---
    Why are you here suddenly?
[10:15] ---
    Why are you following us?
[10:17] ---
    It's not suddenly.
[10:19] ---
    I was with him all along.
    You followed us.
[10:22] ---
    I was at school
    when the Neighbor came out.

[10:25] ---
    Some people would have died for sure
    if we'd waited for you.

[10:29] ---
    You should be more grateful to Osamu.
[10:32] ---
    Outsiders shouldn't interrupt.
[10:34] ---
    I said it before, but what he did
    was against the rules.
[10:37] ---
    If you want to be properly appreciated,
    you should follow the rules.
[10:41] ---
    Osamu knew it was against rules.
[10:43] ---
    He knew that if he fought,
    he'd get chewed out, not praised.
[10:47] ---
    But he still saved us.
[10:49] ---
    If anything, he's admirable.
[10:51] ---
    That's a different matter.
[10:53] ---
    Seems like you have
    a rivalry with Osamu.
[10:57] ---
    But you have no chance
    against Osamu.
[11:02] ---
    Don't be ridiculous.
    I'd never have a rivalry with a C-rank.
[11:05] ---
    Kuga, watch what you say.
[11:07] ---
    She's an A-Rank agent.
[11:09] ---
    I don't know about things like A-Rank.
[11:12] ---
    Then please remember this.
[11:15] ---
    A-Rank(Elite): about 30 people
[11:15] ---
    The A-Rank agents are the top 5% of
    all Border agents.
[11:19] ---
    B-Rank (Main Force): about 100
    C-Rank (Trainee): over 400

[11:19] ---
    They're elites among elites.
[11:23] ---
    E...lite...?
[11:25] ---
    What's with that suspicious look?!
[11:28] ---
    They are totally incompatible.
[11:32] ---
    You were useless today.
[11:34] ---
    Like I said,
    if we arrived there first...
[11:37] ---
    What's your deal? You're an outsider.
    Don't butt in!
SIGN    Yuma Kuga
    Age: 15 (junior high)
    Birthday: Unknown
    Height: 141cm
    Blood type: Unknown
    Zodiac sign: Unknown
    Likes: Japanese food

[11:55] ---
    Oh, Kitora.
[11:56] ---
    That's Kitora...san.
[11:59] ---
    What's with you dropping the honorific?
[12:01] ---
    What's with me?
[12:02] ---
    Show some respect.
[12:04] ---
    But aren't you my age?
[12:06] ---
    Age has nothing to do with it.
[12:08] ---
    I'm an A-Rank. And you?
[12:11] ---
    C-Rank...
[12:12] ---
    That's how it works.
[12:15] ---
    How what works?
[12:17] ---
    Anyway, I wanted to ask you.
[12:21] ---
    You must know since you're an A-Rank.
[12:25] ---
    What?
[12:26] ---
    Why did a Neighbor appear in our school?
[12:29] ---
    It's outside the Forbidden Zone.
[12:32] ---
    Right.
[12:34] ---
    A C-Rank wouldn't have the information.
[12:38] ---
    I can tell you as a special favor.
[12:41] ---
    Normally, Neighbors appear
    only around the base...
[12:45] ---
    ...because of the Guidance Beacon.
[12:49] ---
    But lately, abnormal gates that aren't
    affected by the beacon are opening.
[12:55] ---
    Abnormal gates...?
[12:57] ---
    We don't know any details yet.
[13:00] ---
    The engineers in HQ are all working
    to find the cause.
[13:04] ---
    Also, it's not only your school.
[13:07] ---
    Six other cases have been reported
    outside the Zone since yesterday.
[13:12] ---
    That many?!
[13:14] ---
    No one was hurt thanks to
    off-duty officers nearby.
[13:20] ---
    But it doesn't mean
    it's fine going forward.
[13:24] ---
    We haven't publicized it to avoid panic.
[13:27] ---
    But right now, Neighbors could appear
    anywhere in this city.
[13:32] ---
    Oh no...
[13:33] ---
    Something has to be done!
[13:35] ---
    I told you the engineers are
    working on it.
[13:38] ---
    There's no point in us yapping about it.
[13:43] ---
    I am a border defense agent.
[13:46] ---
    My duty is to fight
    to protect our citizens.
[13:51] ---
    I see. Kitora is right.
[13:59] ---
    This is an emergency.
[14:02] ---
    Gate activity detected in the city.
[14:05] ---
    All citizens, move to safety!
[14:08] ---
    We repeat. Gate activity warning.
[14:12] ---
    Gate activity detected in the city.
[14:15] ---
    Oh no. It's a busy day.
[14:30] ---
    What is that Neighbor?
[14:32] ---
    I've never seen it before!
[14:33] ---
    Kuga, what is it?
[14:35] ---
    That's Ilgar. A rare kind.
[14:37] ---
    Ilgar?
[14:38] ---
    Ilgar is a Trion soldier for bombing.
[14:49] ---
    The city...!
[14:51] ---
    We can't afford to wait for other squads.
[14:54] ---
    I'll go.
[14:55] ---
    Me too.
[14:57] ---
    Osamu.
[14:58] ---
    Showing off again?
[15:00] ---
    Besides, what can you do against
    a flying enemy?
[15:03] ---
    I'll think of something later.
[15:05] ---
    Trigger on!
[15:07] ---
    Trigger on!
[15:39] ---
    Raygust!
[15:42] ---
    It's not forming.
[15:45] ---
    Not enough Trion to form a weapon.
[15:48] ---
    He used too much in the battle at school.
[15:51] ---
    Out of Trion?
[15:53] ---
    You really are a C-Rank.
[15:54] ---
    Stay and watch.
[15:56] ---
    Kitora, sure you're okay going alone?
[16:00] ---
    "Kitora..."
[16:02] ---
    "san."
[16:04] ---
    You've never seen this enemy before.
[16:05] ---
    That doesn't matter.
    I'm an A-Rank.
[16:08] ---
    I'll eliminate that Neighbor.
[16:16] ---
    Kitora left.
[16:18] ---
    What are you gonna do, Osamu?
[16:26] ---
    Hey. Osamu?
[16:36] ---
    Hey, Osamu.
[16:38] ---
    You can't use your weapon.
    You'll get hurt again!
[16:41] ---
    I know. I won't take any risks.
[16:44] ---
    I'll leave the Neighbor to Kitora.
[16:47] ---
    I'll go help people in the city.
[16:49] ---
    There're things I can do
    without a weapon.
[16:53] ---
    True.
[16:56] ---
    Damn it!
[16:59] ---
    Okay, want any help?
[17:00] ---
    No...please help Kitora.
[17:04] ---
    She's never seen this Neighbor before.
[17:05] ---
    If she gets into trouble,
    help her secretly.
[17:09] ---
    What?
[17:11] ---
    Please!
[17:14] ---
    Oh well. You're a sucker
    for those in need.
[17:17] ---
    You have to help everyone
    who is trying hard.
[17:22] ---
    Doesn't everyone?
[17:23] ---
    You selflessly jump in to help people.
[17:27] ---
    A sucker for those in need.
[17:32] ---
    Replica.
[17:33] ---
    Got it.
[17:41] ---
    Take this, Osamu.
[17:42] ---
    He's my clone.
[17:44] ---
    You can communicate with Yuma
    through me.
[17:47] ---
    Don't worry. I won't tickle you.
[17:58] ---
    Call me if there's trouble.
[18:01] ---
    Got it!
[18:18] ---
    Can't shoot through its armor
    from this far.
[18:22] ---
    I can't drop that giant in the city anyway.
[18:26] ---
    It's bombing while flying in circles.
[18:29] ---
    I'll predict its route
    and drop it over the river.
[18:39] ---
    It's coming again!
    Get to the shelter now!
[18:42] ---
    Mommy, Mommy!
[18:44] ---
    Go with the people over there!
    I'll be fine!
[18:48] ---
    No! I wanna go with Mommy!
[18:52] ---
    No! Listen...
[18:57] ---
    Yu chan?!
[19:00] ---
    Yu chan! Yu chan!
[19:02] ---
    You okay? Are you hurt?
[19:04] ---
    I'm fine...
[19:06] ---
    Mommy?
[19:13] ---
    We can get out!
[19:17] ---
    Thank you, young man.
[19:19] ---
    Thank you.
[19:21] ---
    You saved us!
[19:22] ---
    Thank you very much.
[19:27] ---
    But aren't you hurt?
[19:30] ---
    The rubble hit you directly.
[19:31] ---
    I'm fine. I'm a Border agent.
[19:36] ---
    This is really nothing.
[19:41] ---
    It's Border. Border has come!
[19:44] ---
    Over here! Help me!
[19:46] ---
    Please step back! I'll help you soon!
[19:55] ---
    Damn. Too heavy to move it by myself.
[20:03] ---
    C'mon...just...move...!
[20:11] ---
    Yuma. Yuma!
[20:13] ---
    Osamu needs your help.
[20:16] ---
    Okay.
[20:18] ---
    Boost.
[20:20] ---
    Double.
[20:26] ---
    Yuma's Trigger gave
    your Trion body more power.
[20:30] ---
    It's so light...!
[20:35] ---
    Hurry! Everyone evacuate!
[20:37] ---
    Help the injured!
[20:40] ---
    Has anyone seen people trapped?
[20:43] ---
    There are still people over there!
[20:45] ---
    Got it. I'll be right there!
[21:02] ---
    Since it flies, the top is unguarded.
[21:06] ---
    I hope that's not what Kitora is thinking.
[21:09] ---
    But it's easy to assume that.
[21:19] ---
    What are these?
[21:35] ---
    That's bad.
[21:42] ---
    I see. Is that all?
[21:48] ---
    Scorpion!
[21:52] ---
    It's my turn!
[21:56] ---
    WORLD TRIGGER Fun Facts
[21:58] ---
    Today, I'll explain
    the ranks of Borders.
[22:02] ---
    Yes, please.
[22:03] ---
    It's divided into three ranks:
    A, B, and C.
[22:07] ---
    When you first join the agency
    as a trainee, you're C-Rank.
[22:11] ---
    That's my rank.
[22:13] ---
    We are not allowed to use our Triggers
    outside of training.
[22:16] ---
    Didn't someone break that rule?
[22:20] ---
    B-Rank is an official agent
    and the main force of Borders.
[22:24] ---
    A-Rank are selected from B.
    We're truly the best.
[22:29] ---
    I wanna be an official agent too.
[22:31] ---
    Mikumo kun, with your skills,
    I don't think you'll ever be A-Rank.
[22:37] ---
    Just P-Rank.
[22:38] ---
    P-Rank? Prank?
[22:40] ---
    So that's how elites make jokes!
[22:44] ---
    How clever, Kitora.
[22:45] ---
    It's "Kitora san!"
[22:47] ---
    Must I remind you again?
[22:48] ---
    See you!
[22:51] ---
    Osamu is taken to HQ for breaking
    the rules and faces trouble.

[22:56] ---
    A certain man appears before him.
[22:58] ---
    Next time on WORLD TRIGGER:
    Power elite, Yuichi Jin

[23:03] ---
    Trigger on!
[23:04] ---