Ep. 8: Saki attempts to unite Kurumi and Uruka but becomes bait for the new Karinka Mark II
Aired on May 31, 2001

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Saki makes an effort to bring Kurumi and Uruka together, hoping to have them accompany her. However, her plan backfires when she is manipulated into serving as bait. This setup is orchestrated by the newly-activated Karinka Mark II, which uses Saki to achieve its own objectives. The situation highlights how Saki's intentions are exploited by the machine, turning her desire for companionship into a tactical disadvantage against the emerging threat.
Episodes
- Ep. 4 · Uruka's father finds a Steel Angel named Saki II while Uruka searches for activation instructions.
- Ep. 5 · Uruka attempts to orchestrate a school confrontation between Saki Mark II and Kurumi.
- Ep. 6 · Kurumi and friends enjoy the beach while Uruka sets a water trap for her.
- Ep. 7 · Nako's Late Arrival and the Temple Ritual for Karinka Mark II
- Ep. 8 · Saki attempts to unite Kurumi and Uruka but becomes bait for the new Karinka Mark II
- Ep. 9 · Kurumi and Saki fight the powerful Steel Angel Karinka amidst rain and shine
- Ep. 10 · Kurumi and Karinka seek part-time jobs to replace Nako's broken cello
- Ep. 11 · Nako's upcoming music contest determines her chance to study in Vienna
- Ep. 12 · Can Kurumi protect Karinka and Uruka while reaching the cello contest before Nako?