Ep. 1: Makoto Shinjou travels to Area 88 to investigate rumors of a Japanese mercenary pilot serving Asranian forces.
Aired on January 9, 2004
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Journalist Makoto Shinjou is sent to Area 88 by the Asranian armed forces to report on a Japanese mercenary pilot fighting for their military. Upon arrival, he encounters Shin Kazama, the sole Japanese national engaged in combat within Asran. Shin becomes the primary subject of Makoto's journalistic inquiry, as he is driven by persistent rumors regarding this specific pilot's activities. The assignment focuses on documenting the experiences of Shin, who is depicted as a pilot burdened by his personal history while serving in the foreign conflict zone.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Makoto Shinjou travels to Area 88 to investigate rumors of a Japanese mercenary pilot serving Asranian forces.
- Ep. 2 · Boris, the RAF pilot known as God of Death, faces an unassailable enemy outpost with Shin and Kim Aoba.
- Ep. 3 · Shin and Makoto Search for a Lost Transport Plane's Cargo
- Ep. 4 · Shin's F-8 Crusader falls to rebel MiG-21s, leading to memories of betrayal and Ryouko Tsugumo.
- Ep. 5 · Kitori Palvanaff arrives at Area 88 and forms an unexpected bond with Shin during combat.