Ep. 29: Menori negotiates hostage exchange while Howard is poisoned and Adam arrives with a giant crustacean.

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Menori acts as spokesperson, ordering escapees to surrender weapons while Brindo facilitates the exchange. Brindo intercepts Kaoru near discarded arms, prompting Zilba to shoot him with a needle gun. Howard is struck by a needle during the confrontation. The children cross a river but remain within laser range until Adam arrives with a giant crustacean from the ruins, distracting the pursuers. The group reaches the ruins, using an illusory forest to delay the escapees while Kaoru stays behind to monitor them. Inside, Porte administers an antidote to Howard in a cold-sleep capsule. Howard experiences a fever dream reflecting on his past isolation versus his current genuine friendships. Upon waking, he confesses to pressing the shuttle release button during the gravity storm. Luna acknowledges his bravery, and the children pledge their friendship.