Thank goodness Lucien's back to himself again.
He smells like a summer day.
Just like he usually does.
That was definitely Dark Schneider.
I'm glad you're okay.
It looks like Kevidubu was defeated.
Master Gara, what was that powerful aura?
Oh, that was the Venom spell.
So it appears that it's true.
Dark Schneider came back to life.
Fifteen years ago, he lead four of us to conquer the world.
The war between the four kingdoms went on for four years.
There's no one stronger than Dark Schneider.
So then why isn't Dark Schneider helping us?
From what I can tell,
it seems like he's trying to defend the kingdom.
Right.
It's our job to find out exactly why he's defending them.
But what happens if Dark Schneider chooses to fight against us
instead of joining us?
He'll be the greatest enemy we've ever faced. I guarantee it.
And I tell you here and now,
if anyone tries to get in our way,
I don't care who you are, my father, my brother, my friend,
then I, the one and only ninja master, Gara, along with my dark ninja army
will be here and ready to take your life.
Just who do you think you are?
Strangers aren't allowed here.
Scatter!
Hold it! Stay where you are, cowards!
You won't escape!
Murasame Blade! Majinken!
Too easy.
The dark clouds are still spreading.
They have been blocking out the sunlight for days.
This isn't good.
Uh, Master Geo, you said they're trying to resurrect the demon god.
Are you certain about that?
When our society was at it's peak several centuries ago,
the God of Destruction, Anthrasax, almost completely wiped out humanity.
Today, Anthrasax is sealed away by four seals.
If the first seal is broken,
the demon god will awaken from stasis and create dark clouds on the horizon.
That's what's written in the ancient texts.
The seals are guarded by the four royal families,
all of whom have ancient blood.
The first seal has been guarded by the Judas family for generations.
Clearly the first seal has been broken,
meaning the human race could face annihilation.
How can this be happening?
I can't believe someone would try to bring the demon god back to life!
Only Kall-Su is evil enough to do this!
I'm sure the other three must be aiding him.
Kall-Su?
Um, Father? What kind of person is Kall-Su?
He's an evil sorcerer and one of Dark Schneider's close friends.
He was one of his four senior disciples.
Fifteen years ago,
he fought alongside Dark Schneider in the war.
And his magic is just as powerful too.
Some say it's even more powerful.
Abigail! Where's Abigail?
He's inside the dungeon temple.
He's inside?
Yes, but he said no one must enter.
So tell me, how is our god?
Kall-Su, do you hear it?
The heartbeat is strong.
Our wonderful God of Destruction
is the most powerful among the demon gods of yore.
Created by the almighty ancient magic of the old world.
The heartbeat is a sign that Anthrasax's return is approaching.
Judas Castle had the first seal here where this underground temple is located.
Tomorrow, we will attack Meta-llicana.
They are guarding the second seal.
If we conquer the two remaining kingdoms,
then we'll have broken all four of the seals.
Our demon god will fully awaken.
I can't wait to see Anthrasax's tremendous power awaken once again.
A great wave of destruction will be sent across the land.
Yes.
What did you say?
You want Lucien to be Dark Schneider again?
Uh, that sorcerer and Hydra were probably just troops they sent ahead as a warning.
You must understand,
the army that conquered Judas Castle will surely arrive in our kindgom soon,
and we don't stand a chance.
The only one capable of beating them--
Wha…? No! Stop!
Don't even think about it. No way!
We just had that big incident with him the other day.
B-but this is the only way we could possibly--
No! That's not fair to Lucien at all!
He can't just transform when you want.
We're not your tools.
I won't let you turn him into Dark Schneider again.
We've pushed too hard, and now she's put her guard up.
Hmm. However, she's correct that bringing him back is risky.
Yoko, what's the matter? Is everything okay?
Don't cry. It can't be that bad, right?
What's wrong with them?
They're all so selfish!
Don't they realize how embarrassing all of this is for me?
My first kiss… And now I have to do it again?
A maiden's kiss isn't some toy for them to play with.
Hey, Yoko?
Hmm?
What are you doing? Can we play now?
Hey, listen.
I have a lot on my mind right now, okay?
Can you just be quiet?
No, 'cause it's time to play.
Come on! Quit playing around!
You're just like a puppy.
Go sit over there for now.
Maybe I'll just go do the laundry.
You know, I really like doing the wash.
Good for you! Just go!
He's just so clueless.
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Oh, Lucien.
You're so lucky you've got nothing to worry about.
Well, that would be nice. I'm jealous.
Hey, Lucien!
You're so stupid! Dumb, little laundry boy.
Hey, you jerks! Stop that!
Oh, here comes Yoko.
Wow. She's rowdy today.
Run away!
Stay away from him!
You know, Lucien's actually--
Hey! Are you listening to me?
Well, I'm gonna go start the laundry.
Sometimes it's so disappointing to see you like this.
I mean, you're just so different when you're Dark Schneider.
Hmm?
Whoever Lucien loves,
I love them as well.
I…
Which is the better Lucien?
I am Lucien. I swear it.
You're not him.
Maybe I was too hard on him before.
You're like a little chick.
I can't believe you and Dark Schneider are supposedly the same person.
If Dark Schneider really is Lucien's true form,
then who is this version of Lucien I've grown up with all these years?
I guess I don't know what to think.
Oh, Lucien. Just who are you?
Laundry… mine…
I guess Lucien is Lucien.
I won't let him turn into Dark Schneider anymore.
Even though we're about to go to war.
Hurry, men! An emergency summons has been issued.
When we discovered Kall-Su's evil plot to resurrect the demon god,
our castle grew restless.
The time has come.
We'll show the world we fight with honor and strength.
Meta-llicana is in the midst of a crisis
we've never experienced before.
And it's not only Meta-llicana,
the entire human race will be in danger if they resurrect Anthrasax.
This is something that will affect all of the kingdoms.
And yet I'm so shaken by something so small.
I…
I cannot believe I saw that man naked twice.
He is never clothed when he appears before us.
He's arrogant, wild, free.
He's Tia Noto Yoko's personal sorcerer.
He's just for her.
Did you hear about it?
There's a huge army of demi-humans right at the border of our kingdom.
They've got orcs, goblins, and even creepy lizard-men from the bogs.
I've also heard they've got some gigantic monsters like those Hydra from today.
Do you think our forces can win on their own?
If not, what will happen to our kingdom?
Your kingdom will fall.
Unless, of course, you surrender to us.
Who… who the hell are you?
Oh no. Ninjas.
Who are you? What are you doing here?
You should know who I am.
I'm Ninja Master--
I said, who are you?
Young lady, you have got quite the strong kick.
I think you and I got off on the wrong foot.
I'm Gara, one of the rebel four heavenly kings,
and there's something important I need to ask you, young lady.
You're the daughter of the Great Priest, aren't you, Miss Yoko?
Tell me, where's the reincarnation of Dark Schneider?
I don't know what you're talking about.
Well, aren't you the stubborn girl.
You do know
that Venom is one of Dark Schneider's original spells, correct?
And I heard the Hydra got killed by a golem.
Golems can only be controlled by the person who summons them.
You understand?
Dark Schneider has been brought back to life.
But what I don't understand is why he's choosing to protect this kingdom.
He stopped two invasions already. It doesn't make sense.
Why is he doing this?
This man wants to get Dark Schneider back on his side.
Just tell me where he is. Don't be stubborn.
If you don't tell me, I'll make you pay.
Damn you.
What the hell do you think you're doing?
Don't even think about touching me, you disgusting lech!
Hey. What's going on?
Oh no.
If he realizes Dark Schneider is sealed away inside Lucien…
Uh, nothing's going on.
Just go back to sleep, okay?
Okay.
All right.
Now you will tell me the truth, won't you?
-Stop being so stubborn… -Hey. Stop that!
…or else I'll have fun.
Come on.
Stop, now!
What?
Gara, stop!
Oh, I know that voice.
Yoko is my woman.
If you touch her again, I'll kill you!
D-Dark Schneider!
Is it you?
No way.
How did-- How could you have…
You've broken the seal two times.
And the more you break it, the weaker it becomes.
While Lucien sleeps, I'm in control.
It won't be long before I'm in control all the time.
No way.
He was sealed inside a child.
Yoko! Yoko!
Yoko, are you all right?
What's that? A wyvern?
Great Priest, Geo Noto Soto,
I'm taking your daughter!
If you want to see her again, bring me Dark Schneider!
What the… Is this seriously happening?
-Yoko! -Miss Yoko!
Yoko!
Let go!
Stop squirming, would you? You're going to fall.
Where exactly are you taking me?
Calm down, girl.
We're almost to our destination.
Look there! Can you see it?
It's my ninja fortress.
What's that?
Miss Yoko was kidnapped by a ninja?
Did he find out the truth about Dark Schneider?
He was trying to get him to join his side.
It's fine.
Thankfully, Lucien Renlen was able to escape.
We've avoided the worst-case scenario.
Can I go back to bed now, please?
This is extremely concerning.
I am sorry about your daughter, Geo Noto Soto.
Do you have any idea where they went?
Let's get a squad together to rescue her.
We can't. She was taken by ninjas.
The only person who knows where their base is…
Hey. Where did Yoko go?
Is she coming back soon?
Except, the only person capable of breaking his seal is Madam Tia.
Hmm. To find a virgin maiden who also knows magic,
that may not be possible.
There's always me.
Sheila!
The Great Priest is teaching me.
I've been learning white magic from him for a while now.
Yes! That's a perfect idea!
Are you sure, Princess Sheila?
You…
you need a virgin maiden's kiss.
That's true, isn't it?
Hmm?
I'll do my best to perform the spell.
No, no, no!
I will not allow it! I won't!
In the royal family, a kiss is a sign of marriage!
-We can't just-- -It's important!
Yoko has worked hard for this kingdom, and now she's the one in danger!
I simply can't just stand by and do nothing
when I have the power to help her!
No wonder the princess is so beloved by all of our people.
She speaks with such courage and caring for her subjects.
Sheila, no!
You are a noble maiden from a royal family.
You cannot give away your kiss to this evil man!
We must stop him from getting worked up.
One of you, take the old king to is bedroom.
Sir.
Let go of me! I am the king!
I say let go of me! I will cut you!
Do the steps as I taught you just now.
The key is to focus on the spell.
Of course. Yes.
Come here, Lucien Renlen.
Okay.
This could potentially be very dangerous.
What if he joins up with Kall-Su as soon as he awakens?
What are you talking about? It'll be fine.
By kidnapping Yoko, Gara made an enemy of Dark Schneider.
Yeah. 'Kay.
Besides, he chose to save the other day, didn't he?
Yes. Bringing him back is risky, but he's not the same man he was before.
Dark Schneider has actually changed quite a bit.
He's been sealed for the past 14 years, living inside the boy, Lucien.
Sharing Lucien's feelings and memories.
Therefore, Dark Schneider's persona is intertwined with Lucien's.
In the royal family, a kiss is a sign of marriage.
Accept this.
It's risky, but the fate of the world is at stake.
Dark Schneider is the only one
who can stop Kall-Su from resurrecting the demon god!
In the name of our dear goddess, Ino Mata, the Beautiful…
Dark Schneider is our only hope.
There is a great deal of hidden potential inside of him.
He will be our savior.
Now, release.
Dark Schneider.
What's going on?
He seems different from before.
Uh…
Ugh.
I can't believe I let some woman I don't even know give me a kiss like that.
I am so very confused. Huh?
Geo…
One of your old allies, Ninja Master Gara, has kidnapped Tia.
I know what he did.
Please, as her father,
I beg you.
Save my daughter and bring her home.
Please! We need your assistance!
And besides, you've already shown that Yoko is someone important to you.
And while you're at it, can you defeat the Four Divine Kings
and stop them from resurrecting the demon god?
We'll see. I'm not really feeling it right now.
-That can't be! -What?
Maybe it's a good thing that bossy Yoko's finally gone.
Now I'm free to do whatever I wanna do.
How ungrateful of you!
You can't just abandon her!
But before, you told us that you love Tia Noto Yoko.
Has that changed?
I don't know what you mean.
Why are you acting so strange?
You can't really still be mad at her for scolding you, can you?
Shut up, old man!
Once I conquer the world,
I can have my way with any woman my heart desires.
Yoko or Sheila. It doesn't really matter to me.
You fool! Get away from her!
You horrible pervert!
You are rude and offensive!
I see you haven't changed. You're still an evil man.
So what will happen to Yoko, then?
You think I care?
Oh, and I like me just the way I am.
I am so disappointed!
You are a foolish little princess.
Come on, now.
Be nice and tell me how to break Dark Schneider's seal.
Or else I get to have my fun.
No way!
Get the hell away from me, creep!