James Hawking, "Jim" to his friends.
Age: 11. Height: 140 cm.
Weight: 32 kg. Blood type: A.
A genius boy, son of a famous hacker known as the Computer Wizard.
The cautious type, he is Gene's complete opposite,
and always carries a computer with him.
He keeps a close eye on profitable information and enemy movements.
He is a quick thinker, but is also very outgoing in his actions.
He has many precocious traits that aren't very child-like.
Although sometimes burned by Gene's inability to plan ahead,
he hasn't abandoned him, and judging from how he acts as his manager,
he actually looks up to Gene.
Yeah, that's gotta be it.
Anyway, I'm the type of guy who's totally necessary...
...to keep Gene's bachelor lifestyle from crashing down around his ears.
Hey, stop making things up!
I'll let you handle it from here.
And I'd appreciate it if you wouldn't disturb me while I'm working.
- Sure! - Sure!
Semenaide, kesanaide, makenaide...
...daredatte motteru hazu yuzurenai mono.
Ai dake, yume dake, kimi dake...
...sore dake wa hanasanai, donna toki de mo.
Dou shiyou mo naku, ochitsukanai yoru...
...nani mo ka mo nagedashitaku naru.
Tsubekobe iwazuni, sassa to doa o akena.
Rikutsu nante, koneteru hima wa nai.
Juu'ou-mujin tobimawaritai, youi-shuutou mamoritakunai!
Nakushita wake ja nai, mada hajimattenai dakara.
Semenaide, kesanaide, makenaide...
...daredatte motteru hazu yuzurenai mono.
Ai dake, yume dake, kimi dake...
...sore dake wa hanasanai, donna toki de mo.
Nani ga hoshii? Nani ga shitai? Doko ni ikitai?
Yami o saite hashirinukete tsukamitore through the night!
We are navigating quite safely.
There is nothing unusual inside or outside the ship.
I estimate 30 minutes until we arrive at transit station Symka 5.
An uneventful trip leaves a lot to be desired for a lively girl like me...
It may just be because of one coincidence after another,
but we've sure picked up a strange crew...
Jim! A baby who isn't out of his diapers yet...
...shouldn't bad-mouth a mature lady!
You heard that?
I'd better warn you, Ctarl-Ctarl have the best ears in the galaxy!
Remember that.
Yes, ma'am!
That's a good boy!
It sunk in recently what'll happen when you make a Ctarl-Ctarl mad.
It looks like you've started to become an adult.
Thanks to you.
Jim and Aisha get along so well, it's like they're really family.
Really?
This tea is delicious.
I've detected a ship that's rapidly closing in on us.
They aren't responding to my hails.
An enemy ship?
Why didn't you spot them earlier?
They seem to be utilizing some measure to evade my sensor system.
In other words, you don't know who they are?
Unfortunately.
Gene, they're coming closer!
Transferring to Grappler combat mode!
I'm receiving a signal from the other ship.
Put it through!
You're the Outlaw Star and Gene Starwind, right?
Nothing personal, but I'm here to kill you.
It's an enemy ship, all right!
Is it one of our old buddies, the pirates?
You're a popular guy...
Enemy ship is within firing range, Gene.
Throw 'em one of my hot kisses!
Launching missiles!
It's a decoy!
You wanna take me on in a Grappler fight?!
This guy ain't so tough.
What the...?
This guy's a weakling!
Let's finish him off!
What's going on?!
Pressure is rising throughout the ship.
If this keeps up, remaining in combat mode is not advised.
I know that, but these guys are just too fast!
The Outlaw Star's characteristics in combat aren't cut out for this.
But there's a way... I just need an opening for a second.
Jim! On my signal, fire everything we've got!
You got it! One last resort, coming up!
Last resort?
That was close!
Your "last resort" is to run away?
Cowards!
I'd appreciate a little gratitude for the fact that you're still alive.
Yep, yep... The important thing is that we didn't lose.
You two...
You two sure make a good team.
Well, it's not that big a deal.
Somehow, being told I make a good team...
...with a guy like this doesn't make me happy.
What's that supposed to mean, James?
Oh, you heard that?
Seems to me that we need to have a little talk about some things.
No, that's okay!
No, I think we do.
Ladies and gentlemen, we will be arriving at Symka 5 in a moment.
So, should we head out to see about repairs and weaponry?
Yeah.
Huh? Where's Suzuka?
Suzu said she was gonna take a nap.
That lady just can't work as part of a team.
You're not one to talk, though, Gene.
Well, I'm gonna go have some fun!
That lady just can't work as part of a team.
You're not one to talk, Gene.
Bite me.
What? You want me to fix everything and get you weapons...
...on a budget like this?
We were hoping we could work out some kind of deal...
Well, I guess you'll have to do a job that's worth the same as your budget.
What should we do?
Like we have a choice...
Start on the repairs for the time being.
Don't cut corners, mister.
Judging from the equipment you have here, I can tell how good you are.
All right. Once you fill out the paperwork, I'll get started right away.
Thanks!
That ship might be here on this station, too.
Should we look for it?
That's okay. If they come at us, I'll take 'em down.
Talk about self-confidence...
Or maybe it's just laziness.
Say what?
At any rate, we can't let our guard down while we're on the station.
Right, Gene?
Yeah.
And by the way, Jim... I'm gonna go out for a drink!
I'm gonna live it up and take my mind off things!
Damn it, I'm worried here!
Come on! Lighten up, partner!
Suit yourself!
Sorry, Melfina, but could you tag along with this scumbag?
Sure!
H-Hey!
W-Wait a minute! I drink alone!
Bang!
Why's this happening to me...?
Aren't you gonna have something?
This parfait is plenty for me.
Glad to hear it.
How come I'm always the one who's stuck with the work around here?
It must be rough, Jim.
Thanks. You're the only one who sees how hard I work, Gilliam.
I have the enemy ship's combat data.
We can't beat that ship without a strategy.
Gene always makes it up as he goes along, so it's all up to me...
Shall I put on some coffee?
Sure, that'd be great.
It's morning already, Jim. Perhaps you should take a break.
I can't go to bed yet, though, so I'll go out for some fresh air.
Wow, you don't see many cats on stations...
Here, kitty, kitty...
Okay...
Hey, they're purring...!
Hey, wait! Let's play some more!
Hi. Are those cats yours?
That's right. What do you want?
Nothing, really...
Oh.
I just... wanted to talk to you, I guess.
Is that a pick-up line?
That's not how I meant it!
Or maybe it is...
Do you live here on the station?
No, I'm on a trip.
With your cats?
Right. This is Mata and Kemi.
What's your name?
Me? I'm Hanmyo.
I'm Jim Hawking. I stopped off here at the station on a trip.
It's fate, then.
I mean, we met because we were both in our ships and happened to stop here.
That's fate.
I guess so.
I have to go back and feed these two.
Oh. Uh, can I see you again this afternoon?
Sure!
Great! Let's meet here at 1 o'clock, then!
Sure! See you later!
Would you like more coffee?
Thanks.
Mel, where's Gene?
He's still sleeping. He drank a lot yesterday.
You were with him, so you should've stopped him, Melfina!
I know. I did stop him, but when I did,
Gene started drinking even more.
That sounds like Gene...
What does?
Good morning, Gene.
'Morning...
What's with that look on your face?
Hurry up and eat, and then get to work! We've got a busy day today!
Yeah, yeah...
Hey, mister! How's it coming?
It's coming along, but I'm not making any profit off it.
Looks like your ship is top of the line.
I haven't seen a model like this out here on the frontier.
Nice ship, huh?
Yeah, she's a beauty.
Well, keep up the good work!
Just leave it to me!
Hey, Gene, how's it coming?
I realize we've gotta cut back on our expenses,
but why don't you help out a little, too, huh?
I mean, this isn't some ordinary repair job for you to push off on me.
What's the deal, making me change the Grappler Arms' wiring?
Gene Starwind! Don't you have something inside you...
that's telling you to work even harder than I do...
...to pay for your bar tab yesterday?
Yes, master, I was wrong.
Is there anything else I can do for you, Master James?
What's a good present to bring along on a first date?
What?
You've finally discovered girls, huh?
I get it!
This is your first step on the path to manhood.
Feel free to ask the master anything.
Forget it! It was stupid of me to ask!
My feelings are pure!
It's not like your sleaze!
Say what?! You're saying my love's dirty?
Dirty, slimy, and sticky!
You're all talk, kid!
Oh, dear, how embarrassing...
Guess who!
Hanmyo!
Bingo!
Um... These are for you.
You brought a present for me?
Great!
These are nice.
X-axis fixation is normal.
There's less damage than I thought.
That's good news, isn't it?
Yeah, this ship's pretty amazing, all right.
I think so, too!
Is something wrong?
No, it's nothing.
Gene?
It's nothing!
Am I... Am I in the way?
No, that's not it.
That's not it at all!
We need you.
All right.
Pardon the interruption, but video mail from Fred Luo has arrived.
Play it.
Hi, Gene! How are you?
These messages are expensive, so I'll keep it short.
I have some news on an interesting place that's related to the Galactic Leyline.
I mailed the details to Jim as an encoded file.
Well, good luck. Take care of yourself.
Message ends.
Looks like we have to go there.
Things have sure gotten interesting.
I can smell the treasure already!
When did you...?
That was fun, huh?
Yeah.
I'd sure like to see you again tomorrow.
Sure! I'll be waiting here at the same time as today. Can you make it?
I'll be here! I'll be here! You can count on it!
Me, too.
Jim?
Thanks for the flowers. I've never gotten any before.
No problem. See you!
Bye!
Hanmyo, you haven't forgotten about our job, have you?
Yeah, that's right. You haven't, have you?
Don't worry. I just have to disable the Outlaw...
...and kill that "Gene" guy inside, right?
Okay, okay... The Outlaw hasn't launched yet.
You shouldn't have done that, Hanmyo, making another date like that...
You should've talked to me about it first.
And me.
I'm sorry, I'm sorry... But this is fate.
Don't worry, I'll finish the job!
All systems green.
Okay, let's launch!
Hey, Jim, what's wrong? You look depressed.
Come to think of it, how'd your date go?
Back off! It went just great!
Let's get out of here!
I'm sorry, Hanmyo. I can't make it.
A single vessel is closing in from aft.
What's he up to?
He's taking his time.
Just like a cat toying with a mouse.
The bastard's making fun of us!
Looks like we'll have to show him what a mouse can do when it's cornered.
What should we do, James?
The end crowns the work.
What's that mean?
Look it up in a dictionary.
Going to Grappler combat!
Roger.
Ready whenever you are.
Same here!
Let's finish him off quick. I have an appointment to keep.
Concentrate...
...and relax!
Don't worry, I can sense it.
The power's coming. We're tough.
Is this really gonna work?
I don't know, but if we do it like we did last time, we're gonna lose.
Probably.
Gilliam! Cut all external monitors but mine!
Stand by to activate system!
Gene, you concentrate on piloting.
I'll back you up without any instructions from you.
The Arms' response has been raised to 150%.
Aisha and Suzuka, they're all yours.
This is easy! It's just like a game!
But when this game ends, you can't hit the reset button.
This system can only remain operational for one minute.
Good luck, everyone.
Let's all work together.
If anyone can do it, we can.
I feel like no one can beat us.
That's enough to make a man cry...
Let's do it!
He's pinned!
Bastard!
He's making another pass!
Now!
You killed Kemi!
You'll pay for that!
I've gotten the hang of this game.
Let go of Mata!
Launching all missiles!
Mata!
Damn!
Did we get him?
It won't move... The Torarato won't move...
Kemi... Mata...
Got him!
But we suffered a great deal of damage, as well.
We've got no choice... We'll have to go back to Symka 5 for repairs.
What'll we do for money?
Don't worry about it! We'll come up with something!
What're you looking so happy about?
I do? Nah, no way...
Okay, off to the Leyline, the Leyline! Treasure! Treasure!
Must be nice to be a Ctarl-Ctarl, never having any worries...
What? Of course a delicate girl like me has some worries!
As in?
I'm hungry.
You call that a problem?
Okay, so what do you call a problem, then?
Like "What do people live for," "What's in my heart,"
and "Who am I," that's what!
Take up a sport!
That's not what I meant!
Sora, tooi sora...
Tsubuyaita koe...
Anata no yume wa ima hoshi no sharin o mawasu.
Watashi, itsumo doko ni mo inai.
Sou kanjite ita,
sono hitomi shiru made wa.
Mune no katasumi kaketa tsuki ga hitotsu dake.
Demo donna ni hosoi michi mo terasu you ni hikaru.