Live a Hero Summer Dive Amusement Epilogue

We pick off from last time with things mid battle, and Pubraseer says he'll never stand for losing against the shark Monster while he's here with his friends. He declares that this time he will protect everyone, then casts his ultimate move Glittering Star "Pénte Anamniseis." The crystals around him start shining brightly, and Pubraseer sends a gust of wind towards the party as he swings his flag around with no issues with water resistance.

 

Akashi is surprised to find himself getting healed and asks if that's Pubraseer's ability. Hitomi thanks Pubraseer and describes it as a warm, kind power before saying she can keep going. Hydoor snorts and says Pubraseer's done good and compliments him on his courage. Pubraseer notes that everyone seems alright, then points out that the shark has slowed down a lot, so now's their chance to attack.

 

You call out to the party that they should go all in on their attacks here to finish things up, so Hitomi agrees and says she'll take action. She casts her ultimate move, and her voice starts echoing from her speakers. This creates a tailwind that supports Akashi and Hydoor, and Akashi thanks her before asking you to send them VP. You respond affirmatively as you pour it in for them, and Akashi tells Hydoor they should do their thing. Hydoor just protests that Akashi shouldn't order him around since he knows that much.

 

Akashi and Hydoor both launch their ultimate moves, which combined with Hitomi's support fires off the energy ball almost like a railgun that cuts through water resistance. The blast lands on the Monster's core and cracks it from the force, and you and Pubraseer follow up with a spear charge attack with his spearflag as the flag part flutters. Pubraseer yells that the monster has to be destroyed for the future and for his life, then calls out to his old crew members for help, saying this attack is proof that they all lived.

The shark monster attempts to swerve away to evade the attack, but you grab Pubraseer's weapon to help push it along, telling him you're fighting too. Pubraseer is touched as he thanks you, then calls for a charge as you both ram his stick into the monster core against the monster's resistance. When you two cleave through it, the monster groans as the core shatters into dissolving fragments, and its body follows suit soon after.

Once the monster is gone, the strength seems to drain from Pubraseer as nearly drops his spear, but you gently hold him up. You two meet eyes and smile. Akashi cheers about winning once he processes what's happened. Hydoor laughs and says Pubraseer made a good showing for his first fight ever, and Hitomi laughs at Hydoor for being a tsundere since he was really worried earlier. Hydoor complains in embarrassment about being watched, then blushes as he claims he never worried about him or anything. Akashi casually glosses over that and thanks you for your efforts too, asking if you're hurt. You answer saying you're fine and say everyone did a great job.

Pubraseer starts talking about being glad everyone made it through okay, and when he's about to talk about the monster the party notices Pubraseer's old ship is doing something. It reverts back to the way it was before the shark started eating it, and Pubraseer's crystals glow in response to illuminate bits of the spaceship. Akashi asks about Pubraseer's Parallel Weapon reacting to the ship, and Hitomi is amazed by how beautiful the scene is.

Pubraseer's old ship returns to old form as the wear and tear of undersea pressure and time is stripped away. Pubraseer is shocked by this event, and the ship floats up a little bit before it starts falling apart again as time resumes its effects on it. Pubraseer is of course upset by this, but the destruction of the ship scatters it into little pieces that shine like the stars. There is no sign of Pubraseer's old crew among the light, whether the monster had absorbed them by that point or time simply took them. Pubraseer is disappointed by this as he hangs his head, but then he remembers how long it's been as he looks up again with renewed determination.

Pubraseer says he realizes that if the ship stuck around, he'd always be looking back to his past. He interprets what's happening as a sign from his old friends that he has to move on and can't stay where he is. He gives a little sigh, and you comment that the light is beautiful and compare it to the starry sky. Pubraseer agrees, then adds his own comparison to how outer space looked like when he and his crew all blasted off before trailing off sadly. You pull Pubraseer in for a tight hug, and nobody else can find the words to say anything about what's happening.

Pubraseer thanks his old crew, saying they've been up for a long time and can go rest now. He grasps his necklace which starts playing the message his friends recorded, and it turns out there's a bit more to it. "Captain Pubraseer. You are the pride of all us crew members. So...please...live, and remember us. We will always be with you as long as you're alive..." Pubraseer says he feels the same way about them and swears to not forget them a second time. He was thrilled that he was able to travel with them all, and he says he's proud of them all. Pubraseer watches the light of the ship dissolving away, and he remembers the companions he reunited with after a long time who are now gone.

Title card pops up, and this episode is called Held in a Sea of Stardust

Time passes to the point where the resort island ship resurfaces above the water, and it is now evening. Akashi lets out a sigh of relief at finally returning, saying it's only been a few hours but it felt like forever. Hitomi agrees that it's been a long day and asks Hydie if he's okay. Hydoor complains again about the nickname, and Pubraseer laughs about him still having some fight left before deciding to address the party again. Pubraseer talks about feeling terrified when he came back alive from the sea and was picked up by the resort ship staff. While he did live his life optimistically back then, he also spent that time feeling afraid and uneasy. He smiles here, smiling like he did while he was amnesiac, saying now things are different because you guys are here, and he thanks you all.

Akashi tries to brush it off as no big deal, which Hitomi agrees with since she says they're all friends. She turns to Hydie for his opinion, and Hydoor decides to give up on correcting her as he says that's fine. Pubraseer thinks on all this and on the idea of actually calling everyone present his friends, then accepts the label and thanks everyone again. You remind Pubraseer to not eat any strange fish he finds and give himself indigestion again. He's embarrassed by that, but admits he might end up doing that on his days off when he has nothing better to do. But still, he admits that's part of himself too so there's nothing to judge. It feels like there's two people inside of him now, which he says is a weird feeling.

You tell Pubraseer that you've lost your memories too, so you can empathize with that. Pubraseer is sympathetic towards you and says he wants to understand you better, saying it must be scary to not know your past. Since he lost his own memories, he's really appreciative of your consideration for him. Pubraseer tells you he hopes your memories come back, then asks if it's hard on you. You tell him you're fine since you have everyone with you, though you admit it does get bad at times. Pubraseer accepts this and says it's his turn to help you now. If you ever need him for anything, he tells you to let him know.

Pubraseer's respectful attitude towards you prompts you to comment he really seems different from before. Pubraseer says it's bizarre even for himself and says everyone should experience it once in their lives. He asks if it was easier for you to talk to him when he was more casual like before, so you say it's hard to choose and both are fine. Pubraseer responds by going with his casual speech patterns and joking about having you take care of him when he's feeling sick to his stomach again. This prompts a smile out of you.

At this point, Akashi notices Huckle running up to you guys, and he points to all the heroes running over from the docks. Huckle calls over asking if you and Akashi are hurt, followed by Ryekie yelling the same question. You greet the two of them and say you're back, and the party waits for the ship to dock and stop moving before running over themselves. Akashi announces his return to Sui and Mokdai, and Mokdai expresses worry over you guys and saying he should have stayed with you guys. Sui is glad Hitomi is okay and says she did great since she was watching your guys' battle stream.

Hitomi thanks her saying they were able to beat the pirates and the monster thanks to their VP. Hydoor expresses surprise at all the concern and support you guys got since he wasn't able to tell while underwater. Akashi teases Hydoor for being straightforward with his feelings for once as he puts his fist out for a fist bump. Hydoor is confused and hesitant for a moment, but complies soon after. He still claims he doesn't care, but he admits it wasn't bad. You comment that having people you can rely on is a great thing, so Huckle laughs and says you can count on him since that's what he's there for. Ryekie agrees and says he was worried about you guys.

Sui starts noticing a bunch of noise and asks about it, at which point Gammei barges into the scene demanding that Suhail come out. Barrel struggles to keep up with him and asks him to slow down, and you express surprise at seeing them or remember that you had called Gammei. Barrel notices you now and greets you, wishing you had asked him along too if you were going to come to such a nice resort. Gammei interrupts to get in your face and ask if Suhail is still close by, prompting Barrel to whine about being cut off.

Akashi answers for you saying Suhail left on a spaceship a short while ago, so he's probably off planet by this point. Gammei clicks his tongue at missing him, but he figures that "a short while ago" means Suhail can't have gone too far. He decides he'll just have to catch him on the way back and tells Barrel to get back in the car with him. Barrel protests about wanting to take a swim now that he's come all this way, but when Gammei runs off Barrel chases after him asking that he not ditch him. He still makes time to say bye, and Huckle wonders if pay day is coming up for Gammei to be so gung ho about this. Akashi comments that this might be the first time he's felt bad for Barrel as he watches him go.

Time passes again, and the other heroes who have come to the resort's pre-opening are relieved when they see that you guys are back safe and sound. Investigations are made to check on any ship damage and any other people possibly left behind onboard, and all the various agencies' heroes cooperate on these tasks. Pubraseer suggests that the party help out with this too, but Huckle says it should be fine and says he did good in the battle live. Pubraseer is surprised as he tries to downplay his part, but Huckle thanks him for helping you guys since you're important parts of the agency and looks at you guys.

Huckle suggests that you two take a break and leave things to everyone else. They're all heroes, so they've been restless wanting to do something. You guys have done enough already as the MVPs of the day. Mokdai agrees and says there's a place to take a break a little ways away, then informs you guys the celebration for the ship's construction has been postponed. The owner was really worried, but he's relaxed now that the ship is back. Huckle remembers that the owner has suggested throwing a party to celebrate getting the ship back instead, and he suggests going to meet with him after a breather.

Mokdai gets excited at the party suggestion since he figures that'll come with a dinner. Sui is surprised since Mokdai ate earlier, but she agrees with the idea of having fun after some rest. She invites Hitomi and Hydoor, though she needs to recheck Hydoor's name. Akashi invites Pubraseer to come along too, though Pubraseer is surprised at the idea and says he feels out of place.

You tell Pubraseer he's okay to come since he's also one of the heroes who protected the ship as well, and you start pushing him towards the dock. Hitomi is excited at the idea of the party and agrees to go. Hydoor attempts to back out of it, but Akashi bowls over his answer and says Hydie is definitely coming along, after they go take their break. Hydoor is shocked to be dragged along and complains about Akashi using that nickname, and Ryekie laughs, glad that everyone seems to be having fun. Huckle says it looks like you guys have made some good friends and is once again glad you guys are alright.

The party is loud and excited as they cross the wharf, and everyone goes off to their own rooms once they reach them. Pubraseer alone stops for a second to look back at the ship, and he talks to himself about how everyone is a friend and comrade to him. He swears to do his best for all the friends who helped him move forward again, and he grabs his necklace tightly. He thinks back to everything that's happened this incident, and he thanks everyone as he says he's proud of them. And so the day ends as the sun sets in the sea's horizon and the event comes to a close. The End.

Live A Hero Summer Dive Amusement Episode 7

 A long time passed, long enough that people have forgotten that Pubraseer and his crew were dispatched out to space. By this point Muirauqa IV's sea level has risen considerably as a result of the environmental destruction that comes with the development of civilization. The advanced civilizations that Pubraseer had visited has sunk to the sea by now, and the planet calls it the Star of the Sea. There at the bottom of the sea, a cold sleep capsule was lodged into the crack of a rock wall, but eventually erosion widened the crack and let the capsule float away.

 

Resort Ship Worker: good god man the ship's almost done, I thought it was gonna stop for a while. Monsters showing up kept pushing plans back, you'd think the bosses would try to HURRY THINGS UP or something. Whatever, break ti--hey wait what's that?

Pubraseer's cold sleep capsule has floated to the surface, but badly damaged since it wasn't meant to be used for so long and under deep sea pressure.
Resort Ship Worker: wow what's this old looking thing.
Resort Ship Worker: (presses button)
Resort Ship Worker: hey cool it's openi--(SCREAMS BLOODY MURDER)

Sometime later
Pubraseer: ?...?...??....?
Resort Ship Worker: Hey you woke up! You okay? Can you talk?
Pubraseer: ...? Can...ta...lk??
Resort Ship Worker: ...you don't know Space Japanglish or something? Do you remember your name or anything?

Pubraseer has lost most of his memories aside from his name and the fact that grabbing his necklace makes him hear the voices of "some people"
Necklace: (unintelligible)
Pubraseer: ...?

Title card pops up, and this episode is called With Betrayal in My Heart for My Beloved Friends

Things then tune back in to Akashi yelling at Pubraseer to wake up and ask if he's okay. The party has avoided the attacks of the monsters popping up on their way to the bridge, and you are attempting to get the machinery working while Akashi calls to Pubraseer. Pubraseer wakes up shortly after with another headache, but Akashi is just glad he's awake and informs Hitomi and Hydoor about this.

Pubraseer starts speaking with a more polite and professional way with accompanying first person pronoun instead of his casual breezy tone from before now that he has his memories back. Akashi asks him what he's trying to talk about, then takes note of the new pronoun. Pubraseer apologizes for worrying everyone and says he's okay now, which Akashi accepts in confusion but commenting that something seem's different now. Hydoor also notices and says Pubraseer seems different, and Hitomi asks if Pubraseer is okay since he fainted after looking outside the ship, then asks if he remembers that happening.

You also look to Pubraseer in concern and notice that he's speaking differently now, having stopped messing with the boost controller. Pubraseer gets up as he holds his head, then starts thanking everyone for carrying him over when he passed out. He also says he's been helped a lot by everyone the way he was up until a short while ago, which is another thing he thanks the party for. Hitomi is surprised and asks if Pubraseer got his memories back, so Pubraseer says he has and the way he's speaking now is how he used to speak. He mentions he feels his character post amnesia is also himself, which is a weird feeling.

Akashi is surprised how different Pubraseer is compared to his previous self and how composed Pubraseer is despite all that. Pubraseer says that if another version of him lived a casual carefree life, he's sure he'd have talked like that too. He admits feeling he may have been a bit too laid back, but that's definitely a part of himself, which embarrasses him. He gives a brief awkward smile before abruptly shifting to a more serious one.

Pubraseer says he'll tell the party as much as he knows about the thing and ship that's outside the ship. He explains that he's an astronaut from another planet, tasked with studying the civilizations, environments, and ecologies of other worlds. Muirauqa IV was one of the places he was sent to long ago. But just before he and his crew were set to leave, the shark Monster attacked them, and he and his crew were sunk with their ship.

Pubraseer sighs before continuing on with explaining something he doesn't want to accept, and he wishes he could have saved even one of his crew mates instead of himself. But he was the one who was saved, and he figures his crew must have rebelled against him as he smiles wryly. He's proud of them, yet he can't bring himself to ask why they'd save him. He figures his life must have been preserved by the cold sleep machine, and his memory went blank after that.

You call Pubraseer's name in concern and start to ask about his crew, but all he does to answer that is shake his head. He tells you guys that the other thing outside is definitely his old spaceship he rode on with his crew, though an impact from the shark monster interrupts the explanation. Hydoor complains about the thing ruining the mood and asks if you got the boost controller set yet. Things are getting bad, and he figures the ship's specs should be just enough to get away. Hitomi agrees with getting the ship to somewhere safe, though Pubraseer seems sad about the idea of leaving as he stares silently at the monitor showing the shark monster.

Pubraseer turns to you and says he's probably been asleep for a long time, asking if there's any way to beat the monster in present times. You answer after a moment that you can think of just one thing, though it'll be dangerous. Pubraseer is shocked to hear so and asks you to tell him how. If the shark outside is the same one that attack him and his friends before, then he feels he has to deal with it now, even if it doesn't amount to anything. He can't stand having the thing still live and keeping their old ship to itself when his friends are dead, he says as he grabs your hand.

You tell Pubraseer that heroes can destroy the monster, so Pubraseer asks if you mean like how everyone else was doing so. In which case, he asks how that works and if he can be a hero too. If there's any way to take the monster down, he swears he'll do anything for it since he wants to do so himself. Your phone faintly glows in response, and when you check it gives a familiar window. Said window says a path is detected, but its strength is weak and its associated hero is unknown.

You express shock that there's a path available for Pubraseer, but Akashi speaks up and asks if you guys are going to fight on your own. If you are, he won't let you guys do that. Hitomi agrees, saying they're around to help too as she turns to Hydie. Hydoor sighs and asks her to stop with that nickname. But that aside, he is getting pissed at the shark monster acting like it's king of the sea. Akashi says fighting the shark monster would make for another trial run of his new hero suit and suggests to Hitomi that they go for it.

Pubraseer looks bothered at the party getting psyched to fight the shark, and he argues that they don't have a reason to put themselves at risk. You guys have already taken the ship back from the pirates, and if you guys are going to get hurt then it'd be better to just leave. The rest of the party is shocked that Pubraseer is clearly intending to go after the shark monster alone, then look a little sad.

You speak up to say that while you guys have known him for a short while, you understand how they want to help him. Akashi agrees, saying Pubraseer's been holding onto a lot of responsibility. And while he may have been amnesiac the whole way through, he's stuck together with the party in getting this far. Hydoor points out that he helped in the fight against the pirates even though he couldn't fight. Hitomi adds that she can't leave Pubraseer on his own now that she knows his deal. If she did do so, she'd never be able to sing and smile from the heart for her fans since she doesn't want to lie to them.

Pubraseer tries to argue more forcefully to say that this should be his fight to deal with, that this is a personal thing that he can't let people put themselves at risk for 'again.' Hydoor interrupts to ask why Pubraseer wants to be a hero. If his motive is revenge, then Hydoor advises him to give up on that. Pubraseer is offended and surprised at that, but Hydoor looks right at him to explain that heroes fight while carrying their dreams, which anger and vengeance won't be enough to sustain. He admits that he used to be a pirate villain himself like Suhail is, and that part of his past won't ever go away. Life's been stormier than the average person's life ever since he got sent to prison, but then shit happened that lead to him eventually being a hero. Hydoor chose to protect the seas, and that's the goal he'd stake his life for. But people who know how he used to be still look at him a certain way. That's still not as bad as what's going on now though, and Hydoor points out that Hitomi and Akashi have dreams they won't give up that they fight for.

Akashi brings up that he once lost sight of his dreams and lost his ability to transform with it. He wanted to be a pro baseballer at one point, but after messing up a hugely important game, his heart broke when his coach told him to give up. He couldn't fight anymore because he had given up his dream of being a pro baseball pitcher. Akashi tightens his fist at the memory, but then he says he found a new dream, which is to protect everyone's memories. He figured out to some extent then that he needed deep rooted determination, that a hero can't do what they do without a dream they'd never give up on. Plus, he hasn't given up on trying to be a pro baseball player. If he can't be a pitcher, he can try again and be an outfielder he says as he smiles.

Hitomi says she wishes for everyone to smile and be happy, and to be the sort of person who can make tons of people happy. She defines that as someone who can bring smiles just by being seen, which is her wish. It's still a long ways off before she can do that, but she says she won't give up since she believes that will help someone somewhere. Hitomi then brings up that revenge shouldn't be what's actually the biggest thing on his mind, then asks him about his dream. You say that if Pubraseer can figure out what his real wish and dream is, he might be able to become a hero too.

Pubraseer thinks on what everyone's said, but another impact hits the ship, faster than the one that came before it. Hydoor clicks his tongue about the monster getting more aggressive, then calls to Hitomi and Akashi. Akashi agrees that they should head out, then asks you to get the transformations rolling. Hitomi asks you to do it as well as she says she'll fight too, so you oblige and hit the button.

Once the team is suited up, Hydoor says he'll take on anything that picks a fight with him, man or monster or whatever. Also if a monster picks a fight his agency can't complain about it to him, tee hee. Hitomi declares that she'll protect the happiness of the people and says she'll go all out. Akashi says the three of them will be going, then asks you and Pubraseer to operate and cheer for them. Pubraseer however tries to say he'll come too and looks for something to use as a weapon, but Akashi shakes his head at this. Akashi says he can't totally know how Pubraseer feels, but he asks him to believe in them as they go out in his place. He might look unreliable to him for all he knows, but he isn't some rookie anymore either. He's been gaining experience as a hero, so he can't leave people in trouble alone.

Hydoor snorts that he doesn't care, but he figures Pubraseer wants to make a real memorial of some kind for his shipmates. Hydoor then complains about how he can't say stuff out of character for him all that good, so he prompts the team to get going. He and Akashi head out first through the same airlock or whatever Suhail escaped out of, and Hitomi sticks around a bit longer to laugh that Hydoor is really worried for Pubraseer to have said what he said. It's just too dangerous for a non-hero to fight against a monster, so they'll take care of it. She asks Pubraseer to leave it to them and moves to leave, so you wish her luck and say you'll start the battle stream. Hitomi nods to you on her way out, and Pubraseer watches her go in total confusion. He then starts muttering to himself wondering why he's powerless to do anything 'again' in times like these, and he asks what it is he can do now for his friends.

Hydoor stops just before opening the hatch and turns to look back at Hitomi and Akashi. He says he's about to open the door, and while he's fine deep underwater he asks if the other two can handle it. Hitomi says she's fine and says her Parallel Weapon belongs only to her, so she knows how it works. Akashi also says he's fine and nods that his must be an automatic type. Hydoor reminds him that this would mean Akashi would die if it stops working, though he approves of him being so brave and shrugs it off figuring Akashi would know himself best. Hydoor then pulls the escape lever Suhail used earlier, then leads the party out into the water.

Once outside, Hitomi expresses amazement about her speaker Parallel Weapon protecting her with a bubble. Akashi's in turn is coating him in a protective membrane, and he is impressed by Crowne and Hisaki's invention as he says he can move freely. Both suits are noted to switch to an underwater mode that deploys a shield that keeps water out for the wearers, and Hydoor gets annoyed as he tells the two to focus since the shark is rushing in. As he points at it, you link in to the party and ask if they can hear you, saying you can see them on the monitor and will start operating the team.

Akashi psyches up to fight back against the monster, creating an energy ball that he quickly flings at it. The attack draws the monster's aggro now, and Hydoor draws the shark's attention by creating currents in the water to zip around and act as a decoy. It attempts to attack him, but it misses and just flails at the bubble trail he leaves in his wake. Hitomi says she'll try to buy time and suggests Akashi charge up another energy ball, so Akashi agrees to the plan. Hitomi then turns her speakers towards the shark to fire off a loud sonic attack, which then disorients the thing and opens it up to Hydoor to swing at it.

Back inside the ship, you cheer the party on happy that things are going well. Pubraseer is quiet as he watches the screen, eventually asking why as he reveals he still can't understand why everyone is doing what they're doing. You keep your eyes on the battle as you ask to talk to Pubraseer, asking him if he's figured out his dream yet. He shakes his head, then asks you why the party puts themselves at risk. He's really only known you guys for a few hours, and the option to run from this fight was always available. But here everyone is putting their lives at stake for Pubraseer's sake.

You gently tell Pubraseer that the amount of time you guys spent together isn't important, and that you feel the same as everyone else. Pubraseer tries arguing that it'd be fine if he were the only one getting hurt here. You guys don't know his crew members and old friends, so he asks how you guys can risk such dangers for people you've never met. You respond to his serious expression by asking how he'd feel if someone important to him tried to suggest fighting against a monster by themselves, so Pubraseer says he'd try to stop them. He argues that it's different here, but you cut him off by saying Pubraseer is plenty important to you guys.

Pubraseer is knocked speechless at the statement, eventually speaking again to reciprocate and say you guys are important to him too. But that is exactly why he doesn't want you guys to get hurt. He doesn't want to lose the people he cares about 'ever again.' He looks down sadly as he thinks about his old friends again, and you tell him the rest of you are the same. Nobody wants to lose another person.

Pubraseer looks to the screen again showing everyone battling against the shark monster, and you say the desire to not lose anyone is why everyone is fighting together as you invite Pubraseer to join you guys. You take his hand, and you feel the warmth that shows that he's alive. Pubraseer agrees after a moment and thanks you, saying he was about to make his friends make the same choice as what happened in the past again. He talks about how everyone feels the same, and he's sure his old crew felt likewise.

Pubraseer is about to say more when Hitomi suddenly screams, and when you turn to look and check in on her in alarm, Hitomi tells you her attacks have stopped working. When she tries to dizzy it again with her sonic blasts, the shark counters by rushing forward into the attack and blocking it. Akashi says the shark looks like it's gained sonic resistance, which is a problem since it'll start interrupting his charge attempts. The shark rushes at him, and you call out to Akashi. Akashi manages to dodge at the last second, and the monster crashes into a rock wall behind him.

Hydoor swears over the fact that the shark monster crashing into a giant rock and destroying it has kicked up a dust cloud that makes it hard to see and move. He does his best to avoid the falling rocks that crumble from the first rock, but he's taken by surprise when Hitomi calls out to him about the monster charging at him from behind. You yell out to Hydoor from back on the ship, and Pubraseer yells for him to get him away. The threat of everyone dying causes him to scream for the shark to stop, which causes your phone to react by shining brightly as it brings up the new path window message for Pubraseer's hero transformation.

You react in shock to the window popping up but remind yourself you don't have time to think on it, so you go ahead and click on the OK button. Light streams out and covers Pubraseer, putting him into a space suit that looks like a diver's suit and accompanied by five crystal units that resembles his necklace. Pubraseer is shocked by his transformation and asks if this is his hero mode, so the crystals float to him like his old crew is both encouraging him and telling him to get a grip. He collects himself enough to show some understanding of what his dream is before turning to look at the monitor. Pubraseer calls out to Hydoor asking if he's okay, but all the screen shows is dust. Pubraseer says he's going to use the power you gave him right now and decides to take you along with him outside.

Pubraseer sweeps you off your feet and heads to the emergency escape hatch, and you protest that you can run by yourself. He apologizes but asks you to hear him out since now is the only time available to talk at all. As he runs through the hallways, he breathes hard with all his attention focused on hauling ass. He tells you that he doesn't want to forget anything anymore and wants to remember his friends forever. He also wants to move forward again with all his friends in his memory and live his life to the fullest. That is what his wish and dream is.

Once Pubraseer gets to the escape hatch, he jumps in carrying you along with no hesitation. You freak out about the water coming, but Pubraseer just smiles. His crystals project a spherical shield, and Pubraseer assures you that he'll protect you as he tells you not to stray away from him. Akashi is shocked when she sees the two of you outside with them while Hitomi is happy to see that Pubraseer's managed to become a hero. Pubraseer tells them to not focus on that for now and asks about Hydoor. Hitomi points at where Hydoor was last seen and says they don't know because of all the dust kicked up. It's heavy enough that it's not possible to see the monster either despite how big it is.

You worry about Hydoor before you notice some sort of movement like the water is being cut through. Hydoor then pops out swinging with his ultimate pseudo-surfing, yelling that he's totally the undisputed king of sea battles. Hitomi cheers in relief that he's okay, followed by Akashi saying he was worried about him. Hydoor blushes as he yells some more about not needing the rest of the party to cause him any worries, and when he takes notice of Pubraseer being out here in hero form he smirks. He's glad he's gotten through his worries, though he claims he was always sure Pubraseer would turn hero. Pubraseer says Hydoor's lecturing worked on him, and yelling his name earlier made him feel better. He's glad to see him okay, saying he can now focus on taking the shark down without worry.

As Pubraseer psyches up, the dust settles to reveal the shark again. You call out to the party to get ready since the shark looks like it'll charge again, so it's time to end things. Akashi says they'll be careful this time and be sure to protect the resort and Pubraseer's feelings. Akashi also warns you to not leave Pubraseer's side. Hitomi says the monster seems to understand the party's attacks now, so people had best not let their guard down. She prompts you to direct the party. Hydoor cusses the shark for being stubborn and swearing to destroy it this time. Pubraseer says he's he'll be taking part even though he's unused to fighting like this, holding you closer while holding his giant flag in his other hand. His crystals shine as if supporting him on. He calls out the name of his old crew and thanks them, saying he won't forget them again. He asks that they lend him their strength so that he can help his new friends, then leads the charge as he starts the episode battle.

Live A Hero Summer Dive Amusement Episode 6 (Semi-Abridged)

The party is about to set the ship to return to the surface when they notice a big shadow outside.
Hitomi: is that the OOParts the pirates were talking about?
Hydoor: it's too dark to see but Something is out there. Where are the headlights?
MC: uhh...night vision camera maybe?

The pirates have left a hastily scrawled set of instructions for you
Note (written by Purple): there was no manual so I'll just write down the important stuff. I-it's not like I wrote this for you guys or anything! PS: hey girlie I challenge you to a dance duel again next time
Akashi: I hate that I can tell who wrote this
Hitomi: t-that breakdancer? thank you!
MC: (activates external cameras)

 

Akashi: whoa there's a huge beat up looking building or something outside
Party: !?
Pubraseer: (knocks over nearby equipment and falls into a seat) I...I know what this is...but...oh, my head...!
Hitomi: P-Pubraseer--ahh, something's out there!

The ship shakes from an impact
Akashi: this isn't natural! MC, can you check!?
MC: one sec...!

 

A large shark-like shadow is attacking the ship
MC: is that a shark? Wait...no...?

The shark thing has glowing eyes, has a familiar mouth shape, and gives off familiar vibes
MC: It's a Monster!
Akashi: what!? down here!? wait never mind, we gotta go!
Hydoor: it's attacking the ship's shields. Get us outta here! The shields can't have been Monster proofed, it won't hold out!
MC: where are those emergency evasion instructions!?

 

Purple's Ship Controls for Dummies By Dummies: you can move the ship by jacking your phone in and entering commands that way. If you gotta go fast, turn on the Boost Controller! Also the external shield has been powered up. As if a Monster would attack you guys down here!
MC: FOUND IT (starts entering new coordinates into a panel through the phone)

(Ship rumbles)
Hitomi: oh no! What should we do?!
MC: okay, new location set! Head for the bridge!

Party stumbles out and deals with the ship shaking
Pubraseer: ...I know what that is. I...have to remember... (stares at building outside and at the shark Monster as the dust it kicks up shines like stars in the ship's lights)
Akashi: Pubraseer, we gotta go to the bridge! ...Pubraseer?
Pubraseer: (partly reminded of the stars he used to see in space with his old friends) m-my head!

 

Pubraseer: SPACE (passes out)
Akashi: wait what!? Hydoor, MC, Pubraseer fainted! (picks him up)
Hydoor: what!? (checks) he's still breathing. okay whatever, we gotta carry him
Akashi: right! Pubraseer what happened?
Hitomi: I'll take point! MC, navigate please!
MC: I have the ship's map so I can do that! Pubraseer, hang in there!
Pubraseer: ...

 

In the hallway
Monsters: SCREEEE
Hitomi: oh no there's so many of them!
Hydoor: ugh we don't have time for this shit! MC, transform us!
MC: oh dammit (click)
Akashi: MC, take care of Pubraseer. And are these monsters trying to stall us? Damn them!
Hydoor: GET BENT
Hitomi: Get ready guys! I'll protect Pubraseer and this ship!

BATTLE START (more happens afterwards)

 

One day, back on Muirauqa IV, there was an astronaut who conducted research alongside his subordinates. He talks about it being the last day they're going to be there on the planet, so he asks that everyone wrap up their work soon. He also asks Tinbanos if he knows where Ellipe and Kahoni are, so Tinbanos answers Captain Pubraseer by telling him they haven't returned to the ship yet. Darumaki jokes that the two of them are just 'deepening their relationship' somewhere, only for Hyrosh to laconically note they've returned.

 

Ellipe walks in complaining about how hardheaded Kahoni is and suggests he could stand to loosen up, but Kahoni fires back that Ellipe is always slacking off and demands he show more respect to his senpai. Pubraseer sighs and asks why they're fighting this time. Kahoni is noted to be the team astronomer while Ellipe is the geology and physical geography specialist, and the two sometimes fight. It happens a lot, probably because they know their own areas well enough that they won't budge on certain things. And when it happens, it's Pubraseer's job to mediate.

 

Pubraseer reminds Ellipe and Kahoni it's the last day of their research stay and asks if their argument is more important than their research work. Ellipe sheepishly apologizes, and Kahoni apologizes for taking part of the argument. Pubraseer tells them it's a good thing they're so into their work, but he warns them not to get too into their stuff. They're there to study unknown tech, which is why they came down to Muirauqa IV.

 

Darumaki walks up happily now that things have calmed down and agrees with Pubraseer, then suggests they all hit up a hot spring when they go home. Ellipe laughs after a moment to joke how Darumaki just wants to go visit a hot spring. Darumaki is the team's spacecraft mechanic, but he's so good at communicating that he's the one who talks with natives to gather information. He's a reassuring presence since he helps defuse tensions. Hyrosh speaks up to say he's finished with the lab and will be going on ahead. Tinbanos shyly says he'll go too and asks to go with Hyrosh. Tinbanos may seem shy and timid, but he's a lot more confident if he talks about analytical chemistry. Hyrosh is noted to be a language expert, and while he is laconic he's the team's rising star rookie.

 

Everyone is a reliable team member in Pubraseer's eyes, and it's because he's with them that he's been able to come so far from his home planet. Maybe he can go even further and do even more research with them. He can't really put it well into words, but they're his friends and pride. But back to the flashback, Pubraseer notes that everyone is accounted for and asks if everyone has all their stuff. It'll be years before they might come back. Darumaki sighs about having to pass on going to a hot spring on the planet, then says the place is great. Tinbanos says he's fine, though he personally wished he could have gotten some soil samples. Hyrosh just says he's fine.

Pubraseer prompts his team to show some thanks to the planet for giving them so many results for their research, and he thinks about the people waiting for them to come back. Darumaki then starts talking about how cool their facilities are, having never expected their spaceship's warehouse to be put undersea. It makes sense though since there'd be a lot of space and wouldn't crowd their launch site. Ellipe asks if seeing stuff like this interests him as a mechanic, so Darumaki asserts that it does, comparing it to everyone else finding new unknown words or materials. Ellipe excitedly says he understands, and Hyrosh agrees.

Ellipe changes the subject to ask Hyrosh about the necklace he's wearing, wondering if it's a present from someone. Hyrosh answers that it's a recorder for his linguistics studies. Ellipe finds it interesting and asks to borrow it, wondering if his research data is still in it. Hyrosh says he's already taken that out, so now the thing is empty. Ellipe smirks as an idea comes to him, which he whispers to Hyrosh. He suggests that the crew secretly put in a message in it and give it to Pubraseer when they return, hoping to overwhelm him with emotion. Hyrosh actually agrees with the idea, so Ellipe decides to start off by thanking Pubraseer for all he's done for them. He thinks he's cool and admits he's always admired him. Darumaki notices Ellipe playing around and asks to join in, and Pubraseer prompts everyone to get seated to leave the ocean storage house.

Pubraseer talks about remembering this point in time clearly now, how their ship was leaving the storage unit to go to their launch site to leave the planet. They were still underwater, at which point an impact rocks the ship and alarming Pubraseer. The ship's PA system announces that three sections of the ship's hull took critical damage, so the crew must block off those sections as soon as possible and prioritize their safety. Pubraseer is shocked at this and asks why that happened. Ellipe says he doesn't know but tries to say the shaking wasn't normal when another impact strikes. Pubraseer lends Ellipe a hand to get back up and orders him to inform the rest of the crew to meet in the control area and to help anyone hurt.

Given Pubraseer's ship's position, there was nowhere to run, so the first order of business was to figure out what was actually happening. When the crew reaches the monitor room, Pubraseer orders Darumaki to turn on the camera to find out what's outside. Darumaki says he is, though he curses the fact that about half the ship has been torn to pieces by this point. Kahoni volunteers to shutter off the damaged areas and asks Tinbanos and Hyrosh to help him. They quickly agree, and the three run off to keep the ship from getting flooded.

Pubraseer asks Ellipe if he's fine, noting that when he feel earlier he seemed to hurt his leg. Ellipe is definitely injured, but he claims to be okay and still able to move, and he suggests locking the ship down is more important. Pubraseer relents but still offers to shoulder him around and asks him to tell him what he knows once he figures the situation out. Darumaki answers affirmatively and asks Pubraseer to take care of other things.

When Pubraseer gets into the hallways, he notes that the impacts have stopped, though he can't let his guard down yet. Ellipe plays it casual and says it'll be fine, they've jumped over every other hurdle that came their way so far. Pubraseer is about to contradict the point before rethinking it and agreeing, saying he needs to hold it together in times like this. Ellipe encourages him, saying their work is only just beginning, then reporting that he's done sealing off the area he was working.

Ellipe is about to say something else to Pubraseer when part of the area everyone present is in gets torn to shreds by fangs, and Pubraseer gets caught in the danger zone. Ellipe yells out to him in concern, asking if he's okay but then telling him to not move when he sees the damage. Pubraseer's arm is damaged, and despite the pain he focuses enough to say the sealing isn't done yet before falling over. Tinbanos panics at this as he comes to investigate with Kahoni, so Kahoni directs him to grab a medkit. Ellipe tells Kahoni to carry Pubraseer further into the ship, but Kahoni worries for Ellipe himself and tells him to come too.

Ellipe says after a moment that he'll lock the area down and urges Kahoni to hurry. Pubraseer tries to protest this, and Ellipe stops for a moment to turn to look at him with a kind light in his eyes. He plays brave and jokes that he'd never die here, then says he'll be with them soon after locking the section down against the hull breach. Pubraseer still attempts to countermand him and order him to come, so Ellipe tells him he was glad to travel with him before turning to Kahoni and telling him to take care of Pubraseer. Kahoni can't bring himself to say anything, so he closes his eyes and nods before carrying Pubraseer away. Ellipe laughs to himself in self-deprecation, wondering if he was too corny there. He finishes the lockdown, then wonders if Kahoni thought he really did look cool in his last moments.

Scene then shifts to Pubraseer's end, where he attempts to get Kahoni to stop and go back for Ellipe while suffering through the pain done to him. Kahoni however argues against it, saying for all his disagreements with him, he's a great crew member that gets things done when the chips are down and telling Pubraseer to believe in him. Tinbanos comes up at this point with a medkit, but by the time he passes it over the PA system announces that the signal to the B2 section of the ship is now lost and says all crew members should evacuate.

Pubraseer gets alarmed at the system message since Section B2 is where Ellipe was. However, Tinbanos and Kahoni look surprised as they give Pubraseer some first aid, asking who Ellipe is supposed to be. Pubraseer is shocked at the question, and Kahoni tries to get him to calm down and say he needs to be tended to quickly since the area is in danger. Far as they know, it was *Pubraseer* who locked the section down as opposed to anyone else. And now that Pubraseer's bleeding has been staunched, Kahoni says it's time to go. Pubraseer still attempts to protest, yelling Ellipe's name in despair as Kahoni and Tinbanos drag him away.

Once the rest of the crew assembles in the control area, Darumaki is looking sternly at the monitors while tapping away at the keyboard. He tells Pubraseer he's finally gotten a visual as to what's happening, and it turns out that the ship is being attacked by some sort of fiend. He points to a monitor showing a giant shark thing body slamming the ship and tearing chunks off with its teeth. Pubraseer is surprised and questions if it's even an animal, but he doubles over in pain.

Hyrosh asks if he's okay since he's lost a lot of blood. Pubraseer claims it's not too bad, but Darumaki tells him not to push himself. It sure is fortunate that Pubraseer is the only one who took damage and that "nobody died." Pubraseer is breathing hard, upset that no one remembers Ellipe as he says Ellipe was the reason he managed to get away. Everyone else however look like Pubraseer is talking about some stranger they've never heard of before. Darumaki tries to suggest it's blood loss induced confusion, saying Pubraseer should lie down and feel a bit better.

Pubraseer is saddened as he tries to ask why everyone forgot Ellipe. He's confused and terrified about the fact that only he still remembers him, but his mind is clear enough to think about how he can't throw his life away now that Ellipe saved him. Pubraseer starts addressing the crew about the danger they're in, and he thinks about how to escape the ship even with his consciousness hanging by a thread. Since they can't stop the beast's attacks and are at the bottom of the sea, their options are limited. There's still something they could do though.

The crew starts thinking on this, though a heavy impact interrupts them. Kahoni floats the idea of sending camouflaged crew members to repair the ship to a movable condition, but dismisses it as too risky. Darumaki adds that they wouldn't be able to last outside for long, The ship would sink before enough repairs could be done. Tinbanos brings up the emergency escape pods, but Kahoni says they were in Section B2, which got destroyed. Hyrosh suggests putting out a distress signal to call for help, but Darumaki says their system for it is different. There probably isn't any ship around capable of receiving the distress signal either.

Pubraseer brings up that there's a cold sleep pod in this part of the ship they could use, but he can't bring himself to say anymore about it as he thinks on it. It was put on board for long range travel, allowing temporary secure shelter for whoever is put in based on its set security level. It's capable of preserving whoever is in it for hundreds of years even if it doesn't have a power supply from the ship anymore. Unfortunately, there is only the one since the rest is in the storage area beyond the destroyed part of Section B2.

Pubraseer attempts to figure out a way to save everyone left as per his responsibility as ship captain, finding himself powerless. He questions what he can even do for his friends, and Darumaki speaks up to say the cold sleep machine is a good idea since at least someone can be saved. Pubraseer is close to blacking out, but Darumaki's words wakes him up enough to think he needs to make sure someone gets out alive. He tries to ask Darumaki to get it working, though his blood loss starts catching up to him at this point. He is unable to move, and the rest of the crew looks at each other as they come to an agreement.

Hyrosh is the first to speak, noting that everyone seems to be on the same page. Darumaki is impressed that he could understand everyone without needing to speak. Tinbanos says he feels the same way and wants to save him. Kahoni sighs good-naturedly about how things are tough on the crew members when the captain needs looking after. The four of them gently pick Pubraseer up, who is still conscious enough to realize what they're doing and attempts to object.

Darumaki tells Pubraseer to not get too worked up, or else he tear his cuts open again. Pubraseer tightens his grasp on Darumaki's arm with the last of his strength, and his hand is noted to still be warm. Pubraseer tries to argue against being the one saved since he's the one without an actual research specialty and not the one who deserves to survive the most. Darumaki is silent for a second before thanking him and calling him kind, saying they were all happy to spend all that time with him. Darumaki even gets Pubraseer a gentle headbutt, and that is the last thing he's awake for before passing out.

Kahoni wonders what Pubraseer was talking about earlier, so Tinbanos says he's always a serious person who never cracks jokes. Hyrosh says there isn't enough info to tell. Darumaki says Pubraseer is always thinking about other people, though that is what's great about him. Kahoni notes that Pubraseer was the one keeping the team together despite them all doing their own things normally, and the four gently pull Pubraseer up and lay him inside the cold sleep machine.

Tinbanos speaks up that Pubraseer might be sad to be left alone, and Kahoni says he'd probably be mad they all ignored his commands here. He suggests giving him some sort of apology he'd find when he wakes up, so Darumaki laughs and says even Pubraseer would cry if he found something like that. Kahoni says he's their captain after all, and if Pubraseer didn't get depressed over them he'd never be able to pass on to the next life. Tinbanos notes that they don't have any way of preserving paper or data, so he's not sure how they'd do that.

Hyrosh remembers his recorder necklace and unhooks it from himself, telling the crew about it and explaining it can only hold audio data. Darumaki laughs after a moment and says it's good enough, feeling sure that Pubraseer would never forget their voices. Tinbanos agrees after a moment, saying he wants Pubraseer to remember him too. Hyrosh nods and says words can last forever. Kahoni says they should hurry then, then asks to borrow the necklace to go first.

The ship rattles again audibly groaning from the stress, but no one moves. Everyone starts recording their message, not in a common language, but in their native tongues. Kahoni apologizes for all the trouble he's caused, but he's glad to have met Pubraseer. It's sad he couldn't say all this to him face to face, but he expresses his gratitude to him. He also apologizes for how they put him to sleep and left him on his own, and he asks if Pubraseer will miss them. Tinbanos goes next saying he wanted to research more with Pubraseer, then thanks him for looking after him during the whole trip. Darumaki goes third, saying they'll have to move on first, but Pubraseer can take his time to join them. He says he'll take care of everyone, then warns Pubraseer against following them out of loneliness. Hyrosh goes last, admitting that for someone who studied languages he can't think of much to say. He still has 'thank you' and 'I love you' though.

The group then makes a shared message about how they're all proud of Pubraseer. The rest of the message gets delayed as narration notes that the hull damage seems to have reached critical levels by this point. The ringing alert sirens has stopped, and water is starting to seep into the control room. Hyrosh declares the recording complete and puts the necklace into the sleep capsule, wrapping it around Pubraseer's neck. Darumaki prompts the crew to pay their last respects to him and thanks Pubraseer one last time. And while they have put him into the machine, it's impossible to deny the possibility that Pubraseer's survival prospects are grim. Could it slip past the shark creature and safely reach the ocean's surface? Could he survive the hibernation with his injuries?

Everyone is aware of how risky this decision is, and Kahoni says that this isn't too bad. He brings up that he always fought with...someone he can't remember now, but he's sure they're also praying for Pubraseer. Hoping for the best is all they can do now, so they put their hearts into it. The capsule is activated, protecting Pubraseer with a shield as the inside darkens due to the sudden temperature drop. They wish for their carefree captain, who's kinder and stronger than anyone, to make it out alive. And if possible, they hope that he'll always remember them.

The shark monster continues ravaging the ship. Windows break, and cold sea water floods the interior. No one says a thing, but they salute as one before picking the capsule up. They force the broken door to open and head to where the water is coming in so that they can send Pubraseer away. Objects fall, machinery whines, and the lights fall dark, yet still no one speaks. All they do is mourn their parting with Pubraseer and continue to hope. "Captain Pubraseer. You are the pride of all us crew members. So...please..."

Title card: Live, and Remember Us (end of episode)

Live A Hero Summer Dive Amusement Episode 5 (Abridged)

Hydoor: Stick 'em up bitch! (swings anchor rope whip)
Red: ugh you guys are being so UPPITY. Fine! Take my special attack!
Pubraseer: ooh! ooh! is it a magic trick?
Hitomi: oh no you guys, he's radiating power!
Akashi: careful, MC!
Red: Behold, the Bautista Pirates' secret move!
Red: Saotome Secret Technique: Fast Break RUN AWAAAAY
Mobs: AAAAAHHHH

 

Akashi:
Akashi: ...well I guess they did run fast
Hydoor: GET BACK HERE Y--damn I can't even see them anymore. Whatever it's not my job to beat the fear of Poseidon into them I guess. Look MC, they dropped this. (throws comm jammer)
MC: great job guys, now we can stream again! hero mode, off.

The jammer is turned off
Hitomi: we can call again! hey wait, Pubraseer are you okay!?
Pubraseer: (holds head and crouches) ow my head hurts
Hydoor: damn you look like hell
Akashi: I'll get you some water
Pubraseer: no it's okay, it's no biggie. Felt weird looking at the pirates for some reason. Good guys having fun that I liked to watch. Every time they talked about their boss I...oh my head hurts again

 

Pubraseer grabs his necklace, causing it to glow and play someone's voice
Necklace: (unintelligible)
Hitomi: does anyone else hear voices coming from the necklace?
Hydoor: is it a communicator? And what's it saying? That's not Space Japanglish
Pubraseer: (still looking ill) oh I've always had this since I was found at sea
Akashi: oh...maybe it'll help you recover your memories
Pubraseer: listening to the voice makes me feel weird...I dunno what it's saying...oww it just makes me feel worse
Pubraseer: (pushes self up using his deck brush) thanks, I'm a little better now. We gotta go right?
Akashi: r-right...but I can't leave you like that looking so bad
Pubraseer: lmao I'm cool. Staff entrance is this way.
Akashi: ...thanks Pubraseer. Let's go, MC!
MC: Right! Let's get the ship back so he can rest!

Pubraseer walks unsteadily and leads the party to a door partly hidden behind bushes

 

The underground staff tunnels are large and plain, like other spaceship halls scaled up
Pubraseer: this is the staff area. I dunno where the control room and generators are since I never visited them before.
Hydoor: damn this part looks like any other spaceship. But I guess that's to be expected.
Pubraseer: we should be fine if we just keep go--ouch
Hitomi: m-maybe you really should lie down
Pubraseer: I'm gonna throw up
Hydoor: (immediately supports Pubraseer by the shoulder) Akashi you get his other side
Akashi: o-okay! Hang in there Pubraseer
Hydoor: where's the restroom? We'll take you there.
Hitomi: I-I'll help too!
Hydoor: We'll be fine. Go find the control room, we don't have time.
MC: ...okay / take care of him Akashi / just hold out a little more Pubraseer!
(A) Hydoor: countin' on you. Show me some guts
(B) Akashi: I got this. I can't leave someone this ill alone.
(C) Pubraseer: ...y-yeah. my bad for slowing you guys down. Thanks MC.

 

Hydoor: we'll meet back up after Pubraseer gets some rest. Call us if you find the control room.
Hitomi: ...okay. Look after Pubraseer.

The boys leave
Hitomi: ...do you think he's okay? ...we have to do what we can!
MC: right, let's go

 

Title card: Dive in the Deep 

Huckle: (on the phone) I see. Thanks for the report. The ribbon ceremony has been put off when we noticed something wrong. Sucks we have so many heroes here but can't do anything. Not many can go to the deep sea that quick.
MC: we're heading for Suhail. We'll definitely take the ship back, don't worry about us!
Huckle: sorry you got put in danger. We'll back you up however we can. You're up against tough pirates though, so don't push yourself if it's too dangerous. I'll tell everyone else over here, hold out for a bit longer.
Hitomi: I'm glad we could make contact off ship, MC. Now we have to stop the pirates! Let's do our best!

You and Hitomi continue searching. The sea outside the window is dark. Hitomi seems to be thinking about something.
Hitomi: ...hey MC, I'm sorry for when I screamed when you touched me earlier.
MC: oh right, after the pirates first came at us. Sorry for surprising you.
Hitomi: ...not that. I mean I was surprised, but I wasn't against being touched or stuff. um, I can't tell other people yet, but I'm not an Earthling.
MC: really? but you look just like one...
Hitomi: dad's an Earthling, mom's an alien. I moved to Earth when I was young. I was on mom's home planet before, which has a higher gravity than Earth. The people who live there are stronger than Earthlings can imagine.
Hitomi: ...my strength can surprise you, even as a halfling.

MC: (remembers Hitomi clubbing pirates with her mic stand, the breakdancer getting sent flying into the sky)
MC: (pretty and strong...she definitely is strong yeah)
Hitomi: hey MC, which is hard? Pudding or candy?
MC: uh, that was sudden. But, candy?
Hitomi: yeah you can tell by touching it, right? but I can't. My sense of touch is weaker than an Earthling's.
Hitomi: (pulls out a piece of candy) if I'm not careful I'll crush it without being able to tell how hard it is. It's worse after coming out of hero mode, so I'm afraid of touching people then. So back then, I thought I might have hurt you. That's why I screamed. Sorry for surprising you.

MC: oh so that's what it was. you were worried for me.
Hitomi: ...yes. That's why I have to turn down handshakes with my fans. It's fine with tough people like my mom, but I know not everyone else is like that. Sometimes I get anxious, even if it's my own strength since I can't control it well. I'm supposed to protect people, but I worry I'll hurt people myself. And...no one would think a super strong idol would be cute, right?
MC: ...Hitomi can you come here for a second? / it'll be okay!
MC: (grabs Hitomi's hand)
Hitomi: !?

MC: you've always been worried for me. If you're worried about not being able to touch others, then it'll be fine if I touch you, right?
Hitomi: ...oh
Hitomi: ...heehee, you can't do that MC! Idols belong to everyone. If you keep me for yourself I won't be able to go face to face with everyone anymore.

Hitomi gently pulls away, but she looks more cheerful now
Hitomi: but thanks I feel better now. I'll give you that candy as both a thank you and an apology. They told me it's a top recommended souvenir from this resort.
MC: I'm glad you're feeling better! / Thanks, I'll take it.
Hitomi: ...hey MC? I think I'll try telling everyone else how I feel. I've always thought about it on my own, so I haven't been able to put it together well enough, but thanks to you I'm feeling a little more brave. I want to tell them it's not that I hate being touched, that I don't want to mislead them. I need to say it in words. (smiles) To do that, we have to reclaim the ship! We should find it soon since we've been searching for awh--look at that door!

MC: this must be it. I gotta call Akashi and the others! (Ring ring) we found the door to the control room!
Akashi: got it! we'll head over. tell us more when we get there!

Some time later, the rest of the party returns
Akashi: you already called Huckle and the others? Thanks MC!
Hydoor: all we have to do is kick the pirates' asses right? piece of cake.
Hitomi: Pubraseer are you sure you're okay? You could go lie down in one of the rooms.
Pubraseer: it's cool! Sorry to worry you!
Hydoor: it's better he be with us rather than get caught on his own by the pirates.
MC: I guess... / you sure you're okay? / you're so nice Hydoor
(C) Hydoor: whuh, n-n-nuh-uh! I just said it'll be a pain if they find him!
Akashi: hey wait are you embarrassed?
Hydoor: a-are you makin' fun of me too!? I'll break your nose!

Pubraseer: okay I'm gonna hide near MC! I'm good at hide and seek!
Akashi: I guess that's okay...MC, look after him.
Hydoor: okay transform us already so we can kick the pirates outta here!
Hitomi: yes the ship has dived pretty deep already. let's hurry, MC!
MC: Okay, group transformation!
Phone: Compatible path with directed vision reference found. Connect?
MC: oh
Hitomi: (GASP) OMG has my time finally come!? What's it going to look like!? Give me a second. (deep breath) OKAY I'M READY
MC: UHHH / wow she's excited!

Hitomi: ...O
Hitomi: ...M
Hitomi: ...G!!!
Hitomi: This is so cute! MC, what do you think!? I am now Dokidoki☆Red Mermaid! (spins)
MC: it looks awesome!
Pubraseer: wow!
Akashi: it's way different from my new suit. looks great Hitomi!
Hitomi: tee hee thanks guys. Hmm...Hisaki, Crowne, Maculata, and you MC...I have to thank all of you! Full steam ahead! Also I'm buying presents for all of you!
Hydoor: is this what Akashi was talking about? the suit's still too loud. Whatever. ready to go Hitomi?
Hitomi: yep! MC, make sure to get a good shot of me for the camera! I'll win for sure if my fans cheer me on!
MC: okay, let's go!
Akashi: on three...1! 2! 3!

The party charges the door

The Bautista Pirates open party crackers for the party
Suhail: CONGRATULATIONS on getting this far! And you boys did great showing me a good time!
Red: I made the boss happy! I can die happy!
Purple: heh, the boss will beat you guys here. it's perfect
Blue: MY MERRY-GO-ROUND DATE WITH THE CAPTAIN
Red: Captain, we're almost to the bottom! Time for the climax!
Pubraseer: ooh, a party! Oh, but I'll hide and watch.
Hitomi: We're taking the ship back!
Akashi: Yeah! We're gonna win for the people waiting for us to come back!
Hydoor: I HATE YOU ALL SO MUCH FOR DRAGGING ME THROUGH THIS SHIT
MC: your evil plan stops here! give us back the ship!
Suhail: good to see everyone fired up! Time to get that hot summer special mission rolling! (transforms)
MC: get ready everyone! it's showtime!
Suhail: make my day, guys!
Akashi: let's get out of the gates swinging!
Hitomi: I'll show you the full power of my new suit!

BATTLE START (more happens afterwards)

Hitomi: keep going you guys! Special Move! (speakers send support waves to Akashi and Hydoor)
Akashi: thanks Hitomi! here I go, Special Moob! I mean Special Move! (throws a ball fast like a laser beam)
Suhail: OW! Crew, get out of the way!
Hydoor: Nope! Great Swim "Okeanós tou Drákos"! (strings mobs together and kicks them up)
Suhail: Ugh! Those of you who can move, grab the ones who got hit!
Suhail: ...heh, not bad guys! That was fun! The ship is yours!
MC: we have you now! Stay there and surrender!

Suhail: you think you have us? Hah! Bautista Pirates Special Move--
Akashi: we saw that earlier! They're gonna run, MC!
Suhail: lol yep bye (pulls emergency lever, runs to an escape ship already set up by the mobs)
Hydoor: BITCH GET BACK HERE
Suhail: pfffft what kinda pirate would do that? let's go boys!
Pirate: but we can't! that's why we stole this ship in the first place!
Suhail: don't give me that, we're pirates! We've got spirit and GUTS!
Purple: boss you're so cool
Red: noooo! we're gonna die before we get to party!
Blue: m-my...merry-go-round date...with the boss...

The ship zooms away as the party tries to catch them
Hydoor: I can't BELIEVE they pissed me off so much and then pissed off like that!
Akashi: why did they seem to be enjoying that? we can't let them get away!
MC: I wonder if their ship will stay intact until they surface? Can't catch up now though, but at least we got the ship back!
Pubraseer: bye pirates! let's play again sometime! (waves)
The party quits out of hero mode
Akashi: man we never manage to catch them in the end. Oh MC, maybe you should call Gammei.
MC: oh right, I'll do that

Gammei: Y'ello Gammei speaking. Oh, MC. I've heard what's happened from your agency director. You got in trouble 'again,' huh? You okay? What happened?
MC: thanks Huckle, this talk is going smoothly! / thanks for everything... / So Suhail has...

You explain that Suhail hijacked the resort ship and is now trying to escape.
Barrel: oh boy it's lunchtime! I wonder what the cafeteria has? Oh hi MC long time no--ack, Gammei, you'll break the phone if you grab it so hard!
Gammei: I KNEW it was a mistake to let him have a head start to run! well that's my fault. It's my job to catch him!

Gammei's phone cracks, distorting the video call
Barrel: please calm down Gammei! You just dented the desk by kicking it! They'll charge you the repair fees!

Gammei: hmm, Suhail's hanging around outside my jurisdiction...but I still have tons of crimes to charge him on Earth! Hmmmm...no one's gonna complain if I JUST HAPPEN to catch them on vacation and COINCIDENTALLY bring them to Earth.
Barrel: ...uhh, good luck with that I'm going to lunch!
Gammei: hey MC where are you? Muirauqa IV? I'll send your coordinates to a space taxi.
MC: o-okay / thanks!
Gammei: I'll get him this time. You're coming with me Barrel!
Barrel: but my lun--(click)

 

MC: ...I should buy Barrel a present / let's leave it to Gammei / case closed?
Hydoor: ...was that really a detective? I've done some shit in the past, but that dude's insane
Akashi: ...well Gammei looks scary, but he's a huge help
MC: you'll be fine if you don't do crimes! now let's bring the ship back up

The ship stops upon being given a new course of action
Hitomi: ...looks like we just made in time before we hit the bottom.
Pubraseer: oh wow, did we reach the bottom of the sea?
Hydoor: this is still a pain in the ass. I don't know how to drive a spaceship.
Hitomi: m-me neither...hey wait what's that?

Hitomi points out to Something in the darkness outside the ship
End of Episode

Live A Hero Summer Dive Amusement Episode 4 (Abridged)

The party hurries along to the attraction area of the resort.
Hitomi: ...
Pubraseer: Hey Hito-chan you cool?
Hitomi: oh uh I'm okay
Hitomi: (looks at 3D jumbotron at the event area)
Hitomi: I was going to have a concert here, but then all this happened. My poor fans won't be able to enjoy themselves! We have to save the ship for them and everyone!
Pubraseer: oh okay. I wanna see you sing!
Akashi: (sighs) man Hitomi can think of other people still in this situation. She's amazing. I can't think about the happiness of so many people like that yet. Alright MC let's take the ship back!
MC: Yeah! We got some things to take care of.

Party heads on.

 

Title card: Let's Water Attraction!

 

Hitomi: welp, here we are! There's a merry-go-round, a water slide, and whatever they keep calling the Splash Horror thing is! The pirates might be waiting for us, so be careful!
Hydoor: yeah sure whatever, let's just punch them and finish up already. Also what's that?
C- Arts and Crafts Sign: Bautista Pirates Presents the DOKIDOKI Summer Resort Battle!
Midsummer Dance Battle ->
<- Water Gun Sniper
(Game ends when the ship reaches the sea bottom, hurry up y'all☆)
Akashi: wat
Hydoor: Suhail's mooks musta done this. What do we do MC?
MC: welp / nothing ventured nothing gained / BRING IT ON

 

Hitomi: y-yeah. But there's two of them and we're under a time limit, and you're the only Operator. One side won't be able to transform.
Hydoor: yeah, but what else can we do?
MC: hmm...
Akashi: Okay, lemme at it! I know Suhail and Suhail demands entertainment! I saw how Mokdai talked him into helping out. I'm no good at dancing, so I'll go to the water gun thing.
Hydoor: ugh, fiiiine. I'll go with him. Hitomi should go to the dance battle.
Hitomi: Okay! MC please come with me. Transform me if it comes to it! I think the necklace is still collecting information.

 

Hydoor: what about you Pubraseer? You wanna go to either thing?
Pubraseer: dancing sounds fun but if MC isn't around for one side, then I'll go with you two to add numbers.
Akashi: o-ok. wow that was logical of you. Maybe you used to do work that needed you to be smart before you lost your memory?
Pubraseer: what is this law-jee-coal thing you said, sounds cool
Akashi: oh, it means you decide things without wasting anything. Anyways let's go! We'll meet by the Splash Horror thing afterwards!
Hitomi: Okay. Be careful you guys!
Hydoor: whatever, I don't have anything else to do anyways
Pubraseer: bye you guys!

The party splits up.

Team Akashi ends up in front of the merry-go-round.
???: S'up Akashi, haven't seen you since we fought together
Akashi: WHOMST
Blue: It's me, Suhail's minion! Welcome to the Water Gun Sniper game!

More mobs show up riding the merry-go-round.
Pubraseer: wow, the pirates are here!
Akashi: ...have I lost my mind?
Blue: maaaan, I wanted to ride the merry-go-round with the captain. It'd have been a dream come true. Oh well, I'll just have fun kicking your asses!
Hydoor: shut up and give us the key!

Blue jumps off the merry-go-round.
Blue: sheesh the captain is too nice to you guys. whatevs, time for the battle...except not really because the boss says so! It's a water gun battle! Here are the rules! You three go ride the merry-go-round and we try to shoot you off with water guns. If the ride ends and one of you is still up, you win!
Akashi: You mean we're just gonna get shot at!?
Blue: I really wish the captain was doing this with us, but then he'd be shooting and we'd be riding. Oh well. Also, don't forget to change into clothes you're okay getting wet!
Akashi: YOU GUYS AREN'T EVEN WORKERS HERE oh goddammit I'm too slow

Hydoor: why don't we just slap the taste out of their mouths and take the key
Akashi: huh!? umm, would that be okay...?
Hydoor: bitch you're too nice. They're pirates, so they fight all the time. H'okay here we--
Blue: oooh, chicken
Hydoor: w-wut!? nuh-uh!
Blue: buck buck buck-caw said the chicken
Hydoor: YOU'RE ON BITCH I'LL PLAY YOUR GAME
Akashi: what kind of hero falls for a grade school taunt like that!?
Hydoor: nobody disses me! We'll win, then jack that key!
Akashi: dang he mad

Team Akashi gets onto the merry-go-round.
Pubraseer: yay! I've always cleaned the merry-go-round but I never rode it before!
Hydoor: u-uhh, cool. Wait you're getting on too? Don't fall on your ass.
Hydoor: hey. assface. it's not against the rules for us to move or whatever, right? We could just dodge your shots.
Blue: sure, try it! Okay boys, start the game!

Calliope music plays as the ride starts
Pirates bring out water guns shaped like gatling guns, rifles, and grenade launchers
Akashi: OMGWAT Pubraseer be careful!
Pubraseer: I just have to dodge right? It's cool!
Blue: You guys got in the way of my merry-go-round date with the captain! Round One, open fire!

Elsewhere, you and Hitomi climb up the stairs towards the water slide
Hitomi: let's hurry!

You follow Hitomi up the stairs and find one of Suhail's minions lying on a wooden chair
Purple: god, finally. I was getting bored so I figured I'd sunbathe. (dramatically sighs)
Hitomi: but we're underwater...
Purple: ...HA! You're sharp girl!
MC: You can't laugh your way out of this! Give us the key!
Purple: now now, hold your horses MC. Remember, this is the dance battle area! an unreasonable battle is a pointless one. Even the boss knows. That's why we're going to dance fight to compete with beauty! I practiced to make the captain happy, but that special bonus is speaking to me SO MUCH. Alright, who's gonna step up to the legendary breakdancer yours truly?
Hitomi: uh, it seems like only one of us can go, so I should go. Cheer me on!

MC: good luck Hitomi!
Purple: heh. So she's dancing? I'm a gentlemen who swore loyalty to the boss, but I won't hold back. Rules are simple. We dance to the beat while we're both blindfolded. The winner is the one who's still standing by the end with their hot burning soul. Also we're dancing next to the water slide entrance so if you slip in and fall, game over. We'll throw MC in headfirst too. It'll be a scary ride if you can't see~!
MC: oh no! / the INHUMANITY / wait that's it?
(C) Purple: Ha. You poor ignorant fool. Fear not being able to see and the sense of floatiness over the clear part of the slide!

Hitomi: Y-your threats won't work on me! I won't lose!
Purple: you got spunk girl. No holding back! Time to blindfold us, boys! (finger snaps) 

Other pirates run in.
Mobs: here you go, no cheating okay
Hitomi: I'll play your game fair and square! Believe in me MC! I'm an idol, so I know a thing or two about dancing! (fist pumps)
Mobs: okay you two, look down and spin ten times!

Hitomi and Purple do so
Hitomi: okay my head is spinning but I can do this!
Purple: whooooa. Okay feast your eyes on my God given talent! Dance time!

Pop music starts playing

Purple: (dances nimbly)
Hitomi: (dances with charm)
Mobs: I heard Purple stayed up late to take dance classes for the captain. The girl's doing great tho!
MC: Go Hitomi!

Dancing intensifies
Purple: Take my sick beats!
Hitomi: I've got this! Let's dance everybody!

MC and mobs start joining in
MC: Yay!

Dance battle finishes, Hitomi and Purple pose, everyone else applauds wildly
Mobs: OMG you guys were so cool!
MC: it was cute/great!
Hitomi: (takes off blindfold) not bad pirate
Purple: (also takes off blindfold) same to you. I wanna keep this game going, but first I gotta say something. Smooth moves!
Hitomi: Huh? W-well you were great too!
Purple: (shakes head) nah, it wouldn't have been like this without you. Haven't danced as hard as that before. Thanks girl, you made the practice worth it.
Mobs: (running up to Hitomi) omg which agency are you from!? Are you a real idol? Tell me your phone number, shake my hand, sign my back!
Hitomi: i-it's not that big a deal. You'll have to ask my agency for my number...oh, but I have a new song out this summer, so you can listen to that. You guys are just so nice! (unintentionally shoves Purple too hard at the crowd of mobs and into the sky)
MC: ...oh

Hitomi: ...oops
Pirates: (falls into water slide) AAAAaaaahhhh!
Hitomi:
Hitomi: u-umm, MC, there's a key behind that wooden chair the pirate was sitting in
MC: ...w-we got it! / Nice going Hito-chan! / ours now
Hitomi: yeah. I feel bad for what I did to them though. I wanna dance off with them again. Well let's go meet up with Akashi and the others.
Hitomi: (takes key, starts thinking)
MC: something up?
Hitomi: oh no I just realized the pirate told me to watch his moves, except I was blindfolded at the time

Back to Team Akashi
Akashi: Hydoor, behind you!
Hydoor: goddammit, one shot's strong enough to knock us off!
Blue: wow it's half time and you guys are still hanging in there. Round 7, shoot them off already!
Hydoor: bitch you almost hit me!
Akashi: Hydoor are you okay!? oh wait, what about Pubraseer?
Pubraseer: I'm cool! It's all cool! Hooray!
Hydoor: yeah I'm fin--Akashi look out!
Blue: Water bazooka, go!
Akashi: Aaah! (blasted off his seat)

Pubraseer: oh no Akashi's out of the game. It's okay, I got this!
Hydoor: I can't BELIEVE you got taken out you punk ass bitch!
Akashi: sorry! oh dammit there's water in my ear
Blue: Round 8, fire!

Hydoor and Pubraseer dodge
Hydoor: fine I'll just have to do something about the firing squad (jumps to a new seat)
Blue: Hyper Shot, go!
Hydoor: Nani!? (blasted)

Akashi: Hydoor!
Blue: Yes! Just the rando who can't fight left! Ohmigawd am I gonna get recognition and that beach date with the captain for real!? Hokay where is he!?
Pubraseer: lmao Akashi and Hydoor got dunked (stands on his seat)
Hydoor: No you dumbass! You're the last one left, just hide!
Pubraseer: it's cool, I got this! (picks up his deck brush)
Blue: There he is! Round 9, fire!
Pubraseer: (spins his deck brush like a staff to block the water shots) wow, it's like a shower! Isn't it pretty, Akashi?
Akashi: ...whoa
Hydoor: dude is blocking all those shots. who the hell is he...?
Blue: W-WHAT!? Rounds 10 and 11, both of you go!
Pubraseer: yay, double the fun!

Merry-go-round makes a sound saying the ride's almost over.
Blue: DAMMIT. I'm getting a gun too! Get him!
Pubraseer: wow I never had this much water thrown at me before! (spinning intensifies)
The dispersed water bullets make a small rainbow in the light.
Hydoor:
Akashi: ...dang

Both stare in shock as water splashes them
Pubraseer: Look at how wet I am! This is so much FUN!

Merry-go-round plays 'ride over' jingle

Blue: ...h-how did I lose...? (drops water bazooka)
Blue: no...no...I failed the boss...NOOOOO! (runs off apparently crying)
The other mobs awkwardly follow
Akashi: ...w-we won? Pubraseer you were awesome! I didn't know you could do moves like that!
Hydoor: Tch. You win here. Pain in the ass...
Pubraseer: that was so cool! (hops off and picks up the key)
Pubraseer: let's go guys!

Later, at the Splash Horror Area
Hitomi: You guys! ...are so wet, what happened!?
Hydoor: stupid shit. Pubraseer won the key though.
Pubraseer: it was so fun! You guys okay?
MC: Hito-chan killed it out there!
Hitomi: we did our best! Now I want to try learning how to breakdance.
Akashi: What...? Never mind let's go. We have two keys, and now we just need the comms unit.
MC: it'd be bad if we can't livestream since we're up against Suhail
Akashi: yeah. whoever has the comm unit has to be around here though...

Pirates walk out of the Splash Horror house
Red: man, these new horror effects are INSANE...oh hey guys. (waves)
Red: you gotta check this place out! Screaming's great stress relief.
Akashi: s-so it is a haunted mansion?
Red: Yep, the most terrifying thing in the world!
Hitomi: (pales)
Akashi: don't listen to them, they're the enemies!
Hydoor: s'up punks, hand over the comm unit, whoever has it
Red: Huh? I have it. You seriously gonna fight the boss? Give it up and just join us instead. Oh man you guys are gonna be my kouhais soon I'm gonna tear up. We'll make a party of it!
Pubraseer: Party? That sounds fun!
Akashi: Pubraseer shut up! Don't go with them!

MC: naw, man / sounds nice, but I gotta go home
Red: fiiine, senpais have to show their kouhais how things work. Put 'em up.
Akashi: wait, it's a real battle with actual hitting people and stuff!?
Hitomi: MC, transform us!
Hydoor: Hey. HEY. You're MY bitch, get it right!
MC: let's go everyone! (transforms the party. No special window pops up)
Hitomi: ...not yet huh? It's okay, I can move easily with my normal dress!
Hydoor: I'm still pissed at all the water I got drenched by!
Akashi: MC, your orders! Pubraseer, don't do anything crazy!
Pubraseer: Okay! Go team, go!
Red: Now now my new kouhais, time for you to see how strong I am.

BATTLE START

Live A Hero Summer Dive Amusement Episode 3

We pick up from before, still in the midst of battling against the first set of Suhail's goons to find us. Akashi is getting annoyed at how persistent they are and moves to cue up his ultimate, so you have to remind him he can't use it because you guys don't have the MP Views. Akashi is dismayed when he remembers and complains about how endless the mobs are, then asks how Hitomi is holding up. He suggests clearing out everyone else still standing before the ones already down get back up again.

 

Hitomi agrees to the plan and talks about not being able to use her Doki-Doki Charge without any Views. She notices more mobs incoming from a nearby beach and asks Akashi to go handle them, so he says he will and asks you to take care of Hitomi. He runs off to an open beach trying to draw them away from nearby places to lessen possible collateral, and you two run off past some greenery as villain mobs chase you.

 

You two eventually run into a corner as one of the mobs notes, and he's totally sure he's getting that Venus bonus. Hitomi tells you that she has a plan and asks you to trust in her. Specifically, she asks that you close your eyes for a few seconds until she tells you it's okay to open them again. You either are surprised and ask why, roll with it and agree, or point out this means you'll stop observing her. In A, Hitomi is flustered as she explains she has a move she can't use when people are watching, so she asks Pubraseer to shut his eyes too. In B, Hitomi thanks you and stresses you can't peek at all. She then asks Pubraseer to avert his gaze. In C, Hitomi says it'll only be a few seconds, so her transformation will still hold out. Then she asks Pubraseer to close his eyes like in the other branches.

 

Pubraseer cheerfully complies, and Hitomi says she's gonna get started and asks that everyone keep those eyelids shut tight. You either do as asked or try to sneak a peek, but the latter has an extra bit where Hitomi notices and pleads with you again to listen to her, looking straight at your eyes. You then shut your eyes hard or shut them really hard, and either way once she's sure you're not looking you hear her walking up to the mobs.

 

Hitomi talks about how resorts are places that everyone gets excited over, and she won't allow the villains to take it away from people and make them sad. The mobs do not feel threatened by her and wonder what she can do without any Views and with her mic and stand. She bodies him non-lethally mid-sentence by clubbing him with it, shocking a second mob who attempts to attack her for this. She clubs him down next, so a third mob freaks out and attempts to surrender and beg for mercy. But the bodies continue hitting the floor as the voices eventually quiet down to groans of pain and footsteps on the sand.

Eventually Hitomi gives the OK to open your eyes again, which you do cautiously. You see Hitomi coming back as her magical girl hero dress has deactivated by this point. The mobs on the other hand are running away sobbing and crying if they aren't twitching on the ground intermittently. You either ask what happened or comment to yourself that maybe you're better off not knowing, and Pubraseer is amazed at the carnage and says Hitomi must be strong to have caused all that. Hitomi tries to pass it off by saying that pretty and strong is her motto. But anyways now that this set of goons are taken care of, she suggests regrouping with Akashi.

You either cheer for Hitomi, ask her to tell you what she did, and/or thank her as you grab her hand. She shrieks at this contact, so you immediately back off and apologize while she lets go. Hitomi quickly clarifies that she was just surprised instead of upset or anything, and she apologizes for the sudden yell. She then hears the sound of someone running, so she sets the topic aside and promises to talk more about it later.

Akashi runs in at this point asking if you guys are okay saying he heard Hitomi scream. Hitomi answers that she's okay and asks if Akashi has been hurt. Akashi says he's fine and is about to say something about the villains when he's surprised at what he sees. But anyways he's glad the three of you are okay, so he suggests checking to see which of the mobs has the key and radio.

When Akashi's hero suit quits out, Suhail pops up a display window to holo-chat with you guys again. He cheerfully greets you guys and comments on how interesting it is you guys thrashed his crew so quickly. He laughs and says he's impressed with you all. Suhail says you guys qualify for his special mission, then tells you to head to the attraction area next. Hitomi is surprised by this and asks why Suhail is telling you guys that, suggesting it may be a trap.

Suhail just laughs off the comment and says he's telling you because it'd be boring if you guys failed to get to him in time. Akashi apologetically tells Hitomi that Suhail is being serious when he says that, as he's a crazy ass villain who will do anything that seems like fun for him and hate anything that isn't. Suhail taunts Akashi about understanding him a bit more, then says it's time to make things more exciting. And speaking of exciting news, Suhail tells you guys that there's apparently someone else besides you four still on board. He's not sure why they're here, but maybe you can group up with them before his other crew members attack them.

You are shocked to hear that someone else is around and attempt to argue that they have no involvement with what's happening. Akashi says they're in danger if they're someone who can't fight like Pubraseer, and Hitomi agrees saying that if they are a hero they'll be having trouble with the lack of stable views. Suhail frames this as a race to see which side will find this other party first, then orders his mobs to go get this person. His crew responds obediently before the call cuts off.

Akashi is outraged at an unrelated third party getting caught up in the incident. Hitomi tells you guys that the attraction area is ahead along the beach, and as she turns to ask Pubraseer to come along she notices him acting strangely. She asks if something is wrong since he seems less energetic than before, so Pubraseer says he's been having a headache since earlier. It's not that bad though, so he says he's fine. Akashi says they can't force him to do much, but he's against leaving him by himself. He asks Pubraseer to inform you guys if he starts feeling worse, offering to shoulder him up if he does. Pubraseer agrees, thanking him and calling him a kind guy.

The party heads over to the attraction area will still worrying a bit about Pubraseer, and Akashi starts talking about what a pain in the ass situation Suhail has gotten you all into. He's still confused how they all seem to be enjoying themselves, so Hitomi figures it's because they're on a luxury resort ship that they could just visit like a normal person. Hitomi then tells you she can hear someone's voice up ahead, which could be this other person trapped aboard, and she urges everyone to hurry.

Once you guys reach the next destination Akashi says you guys are here to help, then is surprised to see it's Hydoor who's around fighting as hard as he can while unable to transform. Hydoor is mad at the mobs attacking him for some reason, then notices your presence. He demands that you guys help him, then feels the need to clarify that he didn't attack the mobs first. He doesn't know who they are, but they came up looking for a fight, and he curses his inability to transform. You ask if Hydoor is okay, comment that Hydoor seems to be the kind of guy who likes fights, or say it must be because of his rough gangster speech. In A, Hydoor says he obviously isn't and demands you help already. In B, Hydoor angrily denies the idea and tells you to take a good look at what's happening. In C, Hydoor takes offense and asks if you don't like his speech patterns.

Hitomi is surprised to see Hydie/Hy-kun and asks if he's the other person left aboard. Akashi is in turn surprised Hitomi knows him and asks how she ever became acquainted with a punk ass jerk like him. Hitomi explains that Hydoor is a sports brand swimsuit model and sometimes their photo sessions overlap. She was taking pictures and interviewing with him earlier today at the pool. Akashi is surprised at this and says Hydoor's been doing pretty well using his speed to fend the mobs off while not in hero mode.

Hydoor gets irritated as he demands you guys get a move on and stop having a casual conversation. He insists that he's just a normal virtuous hero who was dragged to this stupid ass ship, and while he's at it he tells Hitomi to stop calling him Hydie/Hy-kun already. Akashi decides to ignore the virtuous hero thing and says it is his way as a hero to help people in trouble. Hitomi says she'll help too, then tells Hydie to send you send you a hero contract. Hydoor still protests against the diminutive before giving up for the time being, then angrily tells you he's sending the contract for you to accept already.

You either stress out a little or stay unruffled as you move to hit the window prompt on the phone. This causes Hydoor to be enveloped in light, which disperses after he transforms. He immediately takes a deep breath as he says he was having a hard time earlier, but now he's good. He starts cussing out the pirates, and you either suggest to Hydoor that you guys get them, ask him to follow your commands, or tell everyone to get along. In A, Hydoor swears to make them regret looking down on him and attacking him. In B, Hydoor clicks his tongue but gives in, telling you to do it right if you're taking charge. In C, Hydoor is surprised by that and says he only needs to not attack his allies. Whatever happens next is something he can stop caring about. Akashi teases Hydoor for admitting he sees you guys as friendlies, causing him to bluster that he does of course, then threatening to hit you guys if you touch his dorsal fin.

Anyways, you pull up the command menu and tell Akashi and Hitomi you're starting their transformations. Both respond in acknowledgement, but when you start on Akashi's the phone says it's found a new path while searching for a vision reference and asks if you want to connect to it. You are briefly confused by this, but shrug and hit the OK button. A green light as opposed to the usual color flashes around Akashi, transforming him into his swimsuit variant hero suit. He reacts in shock when he realizes what he's dressed in.

Title card pops up here, and this episode is Be Cool, Be Aggressive! Summer Formation!

Back to the plot, Akashi is now in his new form along with a new Parallel Weapon. He's embarrassed by the outfit, asking if it's his suit and accusing you of having done something. You have a brainwave and wonder if this is that thing Hisaki developed, ask if this is what Crowne was talking about, or say Maculata did a good job. Hitomi is also surprised by the new suit and asks Akashi what it is while saying it has high affinity with swimsuits. She thinks it's super cute and asks you how you did that.

Hydoor says he's never seen Akashi's default hero suit, but he thinks what he has now isn't that bad. Seems like something fitting for the sea. Pubraseer is amazed and says it looks good on Akashi. He also says he looks dashing, then asks if he's using it right. Akashi is still trying to process his new outfit, and he eventually tells you to explain what's going on to him later.

While everyone is in the middle of talking about Akashi's new swimsuit hero form, the mobs present are watching you guys feeling ignored. One starts suggesting they might be able to win if they attack while you guys are distracted. Another agrees, saying that it's a chance to capture the lot of you and get that bonus Suhail promised. A third concurs and says they'll split the bonus between all of them, and they count down to spring a coordinated attack.

Back to your side, Akashi is wondering how his variant weapon works now since he has a mitt but no ball. He quickly figures out how to summon a ball, then decides to try a test throw as a warm up. He throws the energy ball which zooms into a space where no one is currently occupying, but the mob group happens to jump into that same space a second later declaring they'll get the bonus before getting blasted into the water.

The party is stunned silent at what happened, and Pubraseer is the first to talk again as he expresses amazement at the mobs flying and calling Akashi cool. Akashi agrees as he tries to catch up, then tells Hitomi they should hurry up and take out the rest of the mobs around. Hitomi agrees and suggests to Hydoor they split off from here, saying she'll explain later. Hydoor goes along with it, still unsure what's happening but figuring that it should be simple with a bunch of them already blown away. Hydoor turns to you and yells that you better focus on operating right, so you nod and get ready to send commands through your phone. You tell the three to get ready to fight, and the episode battle begins as Hydoor says he's coming for payback from earlier. More happens afterwards.

After the battle, the story starts up a flashback where Hisaki is greeting Crowne, then says he's glad that you all could come. Crowne notes he seems to be the same as ever and doesn't seem to be suffering from the summer heat. Hisaki laughs and says she should know he didn't train himself physically for nothing, and you greet Hisaki and say you haven't seen him since Valentine's.

Hisaki greets you back and says he's been researching something new since the Valentine's incident. Maculata says this is her first time meeting him, then introduces herself just in case. Hisaki thanks Maculata for coming, calling her Big Sis Maculata and saying he's heard about her from rumors Crowne told him long ago. Maculata asks Crowne what it is she told him, then says her student is unique to be calling her Sis. Crowne denies that Hisaki is her student, then asks him if he's finished with his preparation. Hisaki answers that he has of course. The virtual verification test went well so now he just has to make it for real, but first he has to explain to you and Maculata what's going on.

You ask what Hisaki is working on and/or why you were asked to come to his lab, so Hisaki brings up that you transformed heroes into alternate forms before when you activated them. Since then he's tried investigating what happened with that in more concrete terms. You remember what happened with Kyoichi and Shoen and say it happens sometimes, and Hisaki says he believes that it must be your power to materialize changes that normal Observers can't cause. In more practical terms, you are picking up dream paths that normally wouldn't be enough to use for hero transformations and looking for parallel worlds where those dreams were realized. Then, you summon Parallel Weapons from the parallel worlds normal Observers can't perceive. He figures you being able to do this means you have really good eyes.

Crowne says that when she heard all that from Hisaki, she wondered if it was possible to control the phenomenon better if his assumptions are right. It'd be super convenient if you were able to control how it manifests. For example, you could adapt the suit for different situations if you need it for something like heat resistance, waterproofing, or heavy armor. Hisaki adds that it can also be used as backup if the necessary functions are set up, so he feels it should be plenty useful. It might not necessarily be controllable to when it's most convenient, but he feels it's worth betting on if your observational strength is something special. As such, he'd like you to cooperate with this and asks if there's anything you don't understand.

You say you think you get the gist of it, so Crowne says if your eyes are really that good, then by following the analogy you could go looking into distant stores for clothes resembling any designs you were given and picking them up. She and Hisaki are working together to construct stuff for that purpose, and you just have to summon it. Maculata quickly figures she's been called to design the clothes, which Crowne confirms saying it makes sense to leave it to a designer specialist.

Maculata laughs and says Crowne is lacking in her flattery game, but that's good enough for now. She thinks the idea sounds like fun and a good chance to flex her hero suit designing skills. Crowne says that now with everyone on the same page, she turns to Hisaki and asks to see his base system he messaged her about. Hisaki directs her to one of his larger computers and brags about it being something he's proud of. A bunch of technical jargon and numbers are lined up on the screen, and Crowne nods after looking at it.

Crowne says she sees as she talks about the computer picking up electrical signal data from receptors, finagling VP converters, and repurposing Parallel Weapon summoning gimmicks to access a parallel world. She says it's a good idea and seems fine as far as she can tell, so the next thing needed for this is designing the receptor. Hisaki says the system can be miniaturized, so he thinks it'll be fine to make it into some sort of wearable accessory.

Maculata reminds the two that accessories fall under designing, then asks how small Hisaki can miniaturize his system in practice, like a necklace or bracelet or whatever. She gets fired up to design some suits and accessories, then asks if she needs to design for waterproofing or heat protection. While the three are talking animatedly, you ask what you need to do or ask to be included in the conversation since it seems like fun. Hisaki tells you he wants you to gather data during the hero transformation. Once the equipment is complete, he wants you to give it to a hero you can observe from close by and have them wear it. He then asks you to put on a helmet and trying transforming him, then asks to borrow your phone to update a part of its system functions.

Back to the present, Akashi has been informed of all that and asks in shock that you tell him to begin with if that's what was going on. The mobs Suhail sent out have been sent packing by this point, and Akashi is moaning like he's exhausted now that things are quiet. He's sad as he talks about how the necklace you gave him wasn't really a present from you, though he quickly says it's not really a disappointment or anything. He was the one to misunderstand what was up after all. You either apologize for depressing him, say you forgot to explain at the time, or promise to get him a different present later. In A, Akashi starts to say he's not really depressed, but he backs off from it and says he wants some time to think about it. In B, Akashi says he did think it was weird how you suddenly gave it to him in front of people at the office. In C, Akashi blushes and says he wasn't really fishing for a gift, but then asks if you're serious.

Anyways, Akashi decides to just think of it as you picking him to help out with some research. He'd have appreciated being informed earlier, but it did give him a new hero form. You decide to not inform him that you already asked Mokdai and Sui to help but were rejected on that front. Hydoor opines that it's not really a big deal since Akashi could still transform. Hitomi agrees since it's wonderful, then expresses a desire to get a new suit too. Pubraseer also says Akashi was amazing and says he was great at throwing balls.

Hydoor changes the subject to ask Hitomi who all the weirdos who attacked him were. His agency already warned him against getting into a fight, so it was a pain in the ass getting rushed like that. Hitomi immediately insists that he call her Hito-chan and wonders how many times she'll have to repeat herself, causing Hydoor to insist back that she stop with the cutesy nickname for him and get back on topic.

Hitomi is briefly confused before remembering what he was asking about. She doesn't know the smaller details, but she explains that they're pirate villains who have stolen control of the ship and trying to go to the bottom of the sea. Hydoor is baffled and asks why'd they bother doing that, so Akashi takes over to explain the rest about Suhail's motive that the game skips over.

Hydoor sighs long-suffering after getting brought up to speed. He talks about wondering why there were fish swimming in the sky earlier, but now he knows the ship really is diving down. He also says he hates difficult topics, but he does grasp that there are jerks around trying to mess up the ocean, so he decides to help you guys out. It's also partially out of Hydoor hating having to owe other people, and he suggests hurrying up with recapturing the ship since he's already annoyed at being forced to come here.

Pubraseer cheerfully notes that Hydie has joined the party and says that having more people makes things more fun. Hydoor is surprised and needs a moment to remember Pubraseer's name before telling him to not call him by the same name Hitomi does. Akashi says things being fun is going to depend on Hydoor's mood, but that aside they need all the help with fighting they can get. He agrees with Hydoor's suggestion to get the ship back quickly and bring it back to the surface. You try to play peacemaker and/or wonder if things will be okay with the party being what it is.

Now that the current conversation is over, everyone starts to get up and get ready to go to the attraction area next. Before you take a step anywhere though, Hitomi suddenly asks you for a moment looking serious. She says she has a favor to ask of you that only you can do, then asks if she can borrow the necklace Akashi had. Hydoor is surprised by this question, and Pubraseer asks her if she's interested in the research you're helping with too.

Hitomi says the research itself may be over her head, but she thinks the idea of getting a different hero suit to be fantastic, so she pleads for you to let her join it as another test subject. You either express excitement at the idea of Hitomi getting a new form or ask if she wants to change her suit too, and Pubraseer asks if Hitomi is gonna get the same thing Akashi did. Hitomi says it'd be embarrassing if she got the same suit Akashi did, but she points out that Maculata made a bunch of patterns. If there's a world out there with a hero suit where her wish was granted, she wants to see it at least once, and her eyes sparkle in excitement as she looks at you.

Hitomi says she does like her current dress, but it's kind of sad that it can't change. She talks about how heroes are people who fight to protect others, but she'd like to enjoy wearing something bright and stylish on the battlefield. Hitomi argues that idol fighters are all about fighting in a way appropriate to the time, place, and occasion and asks if Hydoor agrees. He's shocked to be brought into this and says he usually leaves his clothes to the company. Hitomi presses him again for his opinion, so Hydoor caves in and says he agrees. He talks about how the research is to look for hero suits to fit whatever environment you're in, and while he doesn't know Akashi's default suit is like, he figures a new one would be usable on land and in water in this case. The interior of Muirauqa-made ships should have security areas only reachable by aquatic beings, so a suit like that should be helpful for Earthlings.

You think aloud about how it should be fine given the situation you're in, and you weren't actually told not to lend it to anyone else. Akashi says there's no telling what'll happen since it is a trial product from Hisaki, but he sees how serious Hitomi is about it. Since his data is already put into your phone, he thinks it should be fine. Hisaki ought to be happy to have more data too, so you nod and hand the necklace over to Hitomi, though you remind her it might not work. Hitomi excitedly thanks you and says she'll do her best, then clips it on. She asks how it looks on her, then says she still wants to be an idol even if she can't fight or stream. She asks you to keep a firm watch on her, and the necklace gives off a faint blue light. Hydoor makes sure Hitomi can't see him sighing, and Pubraseer happily starts leading you all to the attraction area as the episode ends.