Demon Lord 2099 (2024) s01e08 Episode Script
Cybermagic City Akihabara
[MELDIA]
I'm sorry.
[HIZUKI]
What?
[MELDIA]
I'm sorry.
[HIZUKI]
Who are you?
[MELDIA]
I'm sorry.
[HIZUKI]
Why are you apologizing?
[MELDIA]
I'm sorry.
I'm sorry.
I'm sorry.
I'm sorry.
[HIZUKI]
I don't understand.
I can't do anything for you.
All I can do is pray.
-I'm sorry.
-I'm sorry.
[classroom chatter]
[FEMALE STUDENT 8A]
And they did it again.
-[laughs]
-[FEMALE STUDENT 8B] Why?
What's wrong with them?
Yeah, it's funny, right?
So, anyway, I
[ALL]
Hm.
Nasty.
See how she looks at us?
[laughs]
[FEMALE STUDENT 8A] She flunks
like every single test.
Just drop out already.
[FEMALE STUDENT 8B]
Oh, my gosh, that reminds me.
Did you hear
what happened the other day?
I'm sick of this.
Why is life so boring?
Get me out of here.
Anybody.
[bell tolling]
[MAG]
Good morning, everyone.
So, I realize the timing
is a bit strange,
but we have some
new students joining us today.
Yes, yes, quiet down.
Now then, please come in.
-Huh?
-[MELDIA] I'm sorry.
[grunts]
[evil laughter]
[VELTOL]
Greetings!
Veltol Velvet Velsvalt
stands before you!
I've come to this
School of Magic
from the faraway
land of Shinjuku
as a short-term exchange
student!
The honor's all yours.
I'm going to leave
my mark on this city.
Now feel free to applaud!
It's been an arduous journey
but I'll end it,
along with your life!
[scoffs]
[VELTOL] I can
foresee your every move
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa.
That was far too close!
[panting]
Don't be hasty!
-Just focus.
-[indistinct comment voice]
Focus!
One more blow!
Just one more blow!
[grunts]
I've got you now!
Time to die!
Aw, yeah!
Yeah!
Suck it!
♪
-[COMMENT VOICE] Finally!
-[sighs]
It's over.
You heralded
the difficulty of this game,
claimed it was impossible
for me to conquer.
What say you now?
Oh, but that reminds me!
What fool said it was possible
to win this in ten hours?
[COMMENT VOICE]
It was you!
You. Lord Vel.
Check the archives.
Ah, I suppose it was me.
Consider this
74 hour marathon
my gift to you.
Now, my indomitable
spirit shall be burned
into your retinas forever!
For those who stuck with me,
I applaud your loyalty!
You've served me well!
You have earned
your eternal slumber!
Enjoy the peace
of your mortal graves!
Demon lord.
[groans]
Streaming for 74 hours
in one stretch was perhaps
a bit excessive.
[knocking on door]
Enter.
You worked so hard!
That was great!
Super Fortressvania Gaiden
is quite the game!
It's infamous
for its difficulty.
I gave up on the first boss
when I played it.
Otherwise I would have
smashed the controller.
But your will
is as strong as orichalcum.
It shall serve
as an inspiration to me.
[scoffs]
How you flatter me!
One thing,
if you do this again,
could you please take a break
every 24 hours at least?
It's not fair.
If I have to go
three whole days
without beholding
your noble face in person,
I'm afraid I will be stricken
with Lord Veltol deficiency.
[VELTOL]
Well, we can't have that!
On a positive note
during the stream,
my channel's subscriber count
surpassed three million.
That's great, My Lord!
Shall I prepare red rice?
Or perhaps we could go
out for some sushi?
No, it's just a milestone.
Though I will say
I've unlocked
the second form
of my dark sword,
Vernal, thanks to this.
[chuckles]
Seems I'm stuck
using game terminology.
Congratulations, My Lord!
Shall I bake
a cake to celebrate?
Or perhaps we could go
out for some sushi?
If you want sushi, just say so.
No, I'm good.
Hmph!
Sushi aside, for the time being
this upgrade
won't be of much use.
[MACHINA]
Why is that?
[VELTOL] It's best
for killing immortals.
[MACHINA]
Oh, I see.
Also, I have mixed feelings.
about Vernal's second form.
It looks frustratingly
similar to Gram's sword.
I suppose it does.
[groans]
You seem troubled.
It's just something has been
weighing on my mind
since the fight with Marcus.
I think we should search
for the other Dark Peers.
Ralsheen, the Blue Storm,
Sihlwald,
the Black Dragon, and May,
the Mournful Firmament
are still missing, correct?
May and Ralsheen,
I knew where those two
were before
the Immortal Hunts happened
but I haven't heard
anything since then.
Do you remember everything
that Marcus told you?
He didn't mention
any of the Dark Peers
to you aside from Zenol,
correct?
Yes.
All he said was that
he burned Duke Zenol
in his damned
Immortal Furnace.
Marcus was a boastful man.
If he had killed any others,
he would have mentioned it.
We can count on that much.
So, while we do not know
if they're alive,
we can at least assume
that they were not tossed
into the furnace.
In which case
we have three Dark Peers
I'd like to search for.
Will you assist me, Machina?
Of course, My Lord.
Hm.
We need the Dark Peers Records.
This is why it was created.
It's why all six of us poured
our magic into that tome.
Yes.
It's convenient since
it records all your actions
which would also include
your whereabouts.
But it was lost after
our defeat in the war, right?
Right. Though, fortunately
it also prevented that
cursed Marcus from using it.
Life has been quite chaotic,
but it's calm now.
So, I think this is our
chance to find the book.
Yes.
[doorbell dings]
[both gasp]
Wassup, peeps?
I thought I'd pop on by!
Now, open up!
[scoffs]
Here again, is she?
Silly girl.
She says she has better
things to do than hang out
but comes by uninvited
five times a week!
Is that a complaint?
Because it seems to me
that you're more than happy
to have her around.
Well, I wouldn't kick her out.
Hello, hello!
Are you keepin' it real?
[VELTOL] Takahashi,
you're a high schooler?
I never knew.
-Oh, I thought I told you.
-Oh, I thought I told you.
[VELTOL]
Certainly not.
So young!
Yet you're doing
these dangerous,
illegal activities.
And why does that matter?
I don't need
a high school diploma
to break the law, do I?
Risking your life
for money is bad at any age.
-Bwoop!
-[gasps]
You're too heavy!
You're not a cat!
-Stop!
-Oh, get real!
I'm light as a feather!
Nice job on your
marathon stream, Velly!
-That was a blast!
-Hm.
I don't think
it's ideal to stream
for quite so long, though.
Nah, it's cool.
I wouldn't worry!
Plenty of people use
marathon streams
as background noise while
they're doing other stuff.
The demand is totally
there, dude.
Is that so?
He's better than
background noise!
Even if it's long,
you can upload clips later.
Then people who couldn't watch
the marathon
can catch up real quick.
You on that, Machina?
Actually, yes.
The first clip
goes up in an hour.
You are too good.
It's an honor, My Lord.
Enough sweet talk!
So, what game
are you gonna play next?
-Hm.
-Hm.
Huh?
Wait, what's up?
Have you been plotting things
in secret without me?
Let me in on the fun, too!
It's nothing to worry
your pretty little
head over, okay?
I thought we were bros!
Are you kicking me out
of the crew?
[crying]
I want to plot
We're going on a search.
For an old magigadget called
"the Dark Peers Records."
OMG,
it's like a treasure hunt!
An ancient artifact
from your time?
No reason for you guys
to be all hush-hush with me!
I got this one
in the bag, baby!
I mean, duh!
I'm an aether hacker,
you dummy!
No one's better at gathering
information than me!
But you're a mortal
and I don't want to further
involve you
in Immortal affairs.
Though you seem to have plowed
straight through
all of my uncertainties.
That's how I roll.
Hm?
Takahashi,
if it was easy enough
to look up on a search engine,
why would we need you?
[chuckles]
Tsk, tsk, tsk.
C'mon, bestie,
give me a little credit!
What did you think?
I'd act cool then just type in
"Where do you find
the Dark Peers Records"
and call it a day?
Watch and learn!
'Cause, this is how you do it!
Instead of searching
for the book itself,
I'll search for places
where it might be located.
People and organizations
who collect relics
from before the Fantasion,
museums, research facilities.
That kinda stuff.
Then I set the right
parameters
for the artificial spirits,
have them
sift through the data,
and narrow it down
to something more accurate.
Now, I feel a bit guilty
for mocking an obvious genius.
Boom!
And there we go!
Really?
[TAKAHASHI]
I keep three artificial spirits
on my Familia
for times like these.
[VELTOL]
Impressive work, Takahashi!
I shall reward you later.
Shall I prepare red rice?
Or perhaps
[BOTH] We could go
out for some sushi?
It's a meme, My Lord.
[VELTOL]
I see.
[MACHINA]
Our destination is Akihabara?
[TAKAHASHI] It's one
of Shinjuku's satellite cities.
It's also the location
of the oldest magic school
in the world.
One of the few that are left.
Oh?
[TAKAHASHI] The Akihabara
School of Magic, Lu Xel.
It was founded
after the Immortal War
and according to legend,
it's got a super sweet
treasury buried
beneath its grounds.
No clue what's in the treasury
of course, but rumors say
it hasn't been opened
in 500 years.
That's exactly
when the Records were lost.
That's a fine lead.
How are we supposed
to get in there
if it's buried beneath
a school?
Punch through
the floor and grab it?
Going straight
for the power play, huh?
You violent brute.
Instead of punching,
how 'bout I hack
their security
and we waltz our way right in?
No.
That's a crime.
And it's not one
of the cool ones, either.
What?
There is no need for us
to assume unnecessary risks.
If we want inside a school,
we'll simply become students!
Yes, a fine point.
That's comparatively legal,
as well.
You sure come up
with fun ideas, Velly.
I'm on board.
And I know
just how to make it work!
First, I'll apply
for a legit exchange program
at my school,
then I'll digitally
alter the applications
and we should be set!
Then, let the operation begin!
The place is Akihabara!
The goal is to locate
the Dark Peers Records
and recover them!
As the Demon Lord
Veltol Velvet Velsvalt,
I declare that our next
quest is underway!
♪
North gate 4,
shinjuku station.
♪
♪
[FEMALE ROBOT 8A]
Welcome to Akihabara City.
Could you present
your identification, please?
My face should be
all the proof you need!
Could you present
your identification, please?
Absurd!
I have three million
subscribers
and you're telling me
you don't recognize my face?
We require an official ID.
Otherwise, I cannot
allow you to proceed.
How insolent.
You've been condescending
from the start.
This is a crime
punishable by death.
Hm?
What are you grabbing at?
-I'm in the middle of a
-[beeping]
[FEMALE ROBOT 8A]
Thank you for your cooperation.
Please proceed
and have a nice day!
Hmm.
-[gasps]
-Can we get moving now?
[laughs]
I see!
So, this is Akihabara City!
To think such vestiges
of Alneath were
still alive in this world!
Hurry up!
You've stared enough!
Have I?
Perhaps so!
[VELTOL]
There are a lot of shops
selling magiprostheses.
[MACHINA]
Magic Town flourishes
thanks to magigadget sales.
The magiprostheses
made in Akihabara
are known for their
exceptional quality.
By the way, the magiprostheses
of that brute you
walloped the other day
came from around here.
I see.
In my age such an invention
was completely unthinkable.
As were maginoborgs.
Especially, full borgs like
the gentleman there.
We never imagined
that replacing all
but one's brain and spine
with machines was possible.
With that much tech
I can hardly tell them
apart from a maginoroid.
On that note,
would you please stop
picking fights with robots?
It's so awkward.
[TAKAHASHI] This is
the Akihabara School of Magic,
Lu Xel.
Doesn't much look like
the rest of the city, does it?
And here I was enjoying
the nostalgia.
[TRATTE]
Hm.
[sighs]
[TRATTE]
I see.
It says, "Veltol
Velvet Velsvalt" here.
And is that your real name?
[VELTOL]
None other!
Hm.
♪
[TAKAHASHI]
Tratte Gotel.
She's the head of one
of the Three Great Houses,
the Gotel clan,
which has been around
for five centuries
following the end
of the Immortal War.
She's the chairwoman
of the Akihabara School
of Magic,
and she practically
controls the part of the city
known as Magic Town.
Well, this sucks.
Real Fancypants, aren't you?
If she's that extra,
then she might see
through my forgery.
I can't count on Velly
to control himself
and Machina
won't be much help.
It looks like this
whole thing hinges on me!
[TRATTE]
Very well, then.
Your documents
look legitimate,
so no issue there.
Though allow me
to ask one last question.
-Of course.
-Ask as many as you'd like!
What's your goal
in this exchange?
-Well, we just--
-I've come here
to open the treasury
beneath the school.
I want to see
what secrets it holds.
And, how is it that you know
about the treasury?
-Oh, uh
-[smirks]
When faced with my keen eyes
and inquisitive mind,
the truth has no choice
but to pull back its veil.
In that case, you're saying
it's no coincidence
that you know
about the treasury?
Did I reveal it?
Or did it reveal itself?
Cyplicusian logic, then?
You're implying
that truth fluctuates?
That it changes
with each observer?
[VELTOL] There's
nothing left to be said.
[TRATTE]
By the same measure,
-sometimes silence
speaks volumes. -Ah!
At any rate,
I see you're driven
by more than curiosity.
I admire your honesty as well.
You may enter.
[sighs]
Hmm?
Though my permission
doesn't help.
Ugh?
Why is that?
It's not possible
to enter the treasury.
It's been sealed,
and there's little
that I can do.
It's been this way
for five centuries.
Difficult or not,
there must be some way
to lift the seal.
It would require three keys
possessed
by the three great houses,
the Gotels,
the Seburds and the Reynards,
each have one piece
of the puzzle.
They're known as "Regalia."
They are all unique
magi-gadgets.
[clatters]
♪
This is one such Regalia.
The Gotel clan's "Blade."
Then there's
the Seburd clan's "Crown"
and the "Orb"
of the Reynard clan.
Very well.
What if I were to acquire
the other Regalia for you?
Then I would be happy
to release the seal.
I have longed to bring
the Regalia together.
It's been my clan's
wish for years.
And personally, I'm curious
what lies inside that treasury.
♪
However, there's one
substantial obstacle.
[VELTOL]
Which is?
[TRATTE]
A missing Regalia.
The Reynard clan's Orb
has been lost.
Perhaps that should be
your first concern.
I will be your head teacher
while you're here.
My name is Mag Rosanta.
I also serve
as the principal's aide.
I hope we can get along well.
[VELTOL]
Maguro Santa?
What does that
make me think of?
-Some holiday sushi?
-I said "Mag!"
Mag Rosanta, okay?
There's no maguro involved!
[VELTOL]
Of course. As you said.
It is a pleasure, Miss Maguro.
Sadly, I can already tell
you're a terrible listener.
Circumstances aside,
please remember
I'm still your teacher.
[groans]
I miss my Familia already.
It's like I got petroleum jelly
rubbed all over my eyes.
My brain isn't getting
all the data
that it's used to working with.
Now I realize
how much I've been
taking my Familia for granted.
We'll just have to adapt.
Lu Xel is a prestigious school
that takes pride
in its adherence
to time-tested magic
techniques.
As such, we prohibit
wearing a Familia
while on school premises.
This helps students learn
the fundamentals of magic
and deepen their
understanding of it.
We believe
this will cultivate brilliant,
well-rounded sorcerers.
[VELTOL] One cannot become
a good sorcerer
while relying entirely
on their wand.
One must dip their fingers
into the abyss of magic
and drink deep
of all its forms
to understand its true nature.
I'll call you in one
at a time,
so, please wait here.
-Got it. -Of course.
-Okay. Works for me!
[indistinct chatter]
The time has come.
Time for what?
Well, that's a surprise!
It's unlike you to be
so slow on the uptake.
Hm?
[VELTOL] We are about to engage
in a sacred custom!
Exchange students
always introduce themselves
in front of the hologram board!
I played a video game
from the old world
that heavily featured
Japanese high school life.
As such, I am now
a master of the etiquette
and culture.
I've seen those
customs myself!
In fact, they were
quite popular in anime.
Eighty years ago, at least.
Hm. Right.
As Demon Lord,
it is my right to go first!
[chuckles]
Observe as I seize
everyone's hearts!
[laughs]
Greetings!
Veltol Velvet Velsvalt
stands before you!
I've come to this
School of Magic
from the faraway land
of Shinjuku
as a short-term
exchange student!
The honor will be all yours
when I leave
my distinguished mark
upon this city!
Now feel free to applaud me!
H-H-Hello, I'm Machina Solej!
I keep a tidy home!
[MACHINA]
I can also cook!
Especially, curry!
Wife city.
Wassup, wassup?
Super genius,
Takahashi is in the house
and ready to magic up
some stuff!
My special talent
is hacking, baby!
No first name?
I wonder why?
Yeah, it's cute.
All right.
Very good.
Now, let's trying measuring
your mana level, Veltol.
[MAG] We'll see what students
from Shinjuku are made of.
Place your hand over
this magic stone.
I could, but let me
warn you first.
I will break it.
No, no,
you're being very silly.
That's not possible,
I assure you,
so go ahead and give it a try.
[shatters]
[whimpering]
How in the world
did you do that?
[chuckles]
I don't see
what you have to be
chuckling about.
[KINOHARA] I'm doing my gacha
pulls for Ishimary right now,
so please wait
a moment longer.
[GRAM]
All right. Take your time.
♪
It's been so long.
I know that she's changed.
So have I, of course.
It's only natural.
It has been 500 years.
A different face,
a different name,
but she's still here.
Even in this age.
♪
♪
[MACHINA] "The Poor Student
and the Exchange Student."
I'm sorry.
[HIZUKI]
What?
[MELDIA]
I'm sorry.
[HIZUKI]
Who are you?
[MELDIA]
I'm sorry.
[HIZUKI]
Why are you apologizing?
[MELDIA]
I'm sorry.
I'm sorry.
I'm sorry.
I'm sorry.
[HIZUKI]
I don't understand.
I can't do anything for you.
All I can do is pray.
-I'm sorry.
-I'm sorry.
[classroom chatter]
[FEMALE STUDENT 8A]
And they did it again.
-[laughs]
-[FEMALE STUDENT 8B] Why?
What's wrong with them?
Yeah, it's funny, right?
So, anyway, I
[ALL]
Hm.
Nasty.
See how she looks at us?
[laughs]
[FEMALE STUDENT 8A] She flunks
like every single test.
Just drop out already.
[FEMALE STUDENT 8B]
Oh, my gosh, that reminds me.
Did you hear
what happened the other day?
I'm sick of this.
Why is life so boring?
Get me out of here.
Anybody.
[bell tolling]
[MAG]
Good morning, everyone.
So, I realize the timing
is a bit strange,
but we have some
new students joining us today.
Yes, yes, quiet down.
Now then, please come in.
-Huh?
-[MELDIA] I'm sorry.
[grunts]
[evil laughter]
[VELTOL]
Greetings!
Veltol Velvet Velsvalt
stands before you!
I've come to this
School of Magic
from the faraway
land of Shinjuku
as a short-term exchange
student!
The honor's all yours.
I'm going to leave
my mark on this city.
Now feel free to applaud!
It's been an arduous journey
but I'll end it,
along with your life!
[scoffs]
[VELTOL] I can
foresee your every move
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa.
That was far too close!
[panting]
Don't be hasty!
-Just focus.
-[indistinct comment voice]
Focus!
One more blow!
Just one more blow!
[grunts]
I've got you now!
Time to die!
Aw, yeah!
Yeah!
Suck it!
♪
-[COMMENT VOICE] Finally!
-[sighs]
It's over.
You heralded
the difficulty of this game,
claimed it was impossible
for me to conquer.
What say you now?
Oh, but that reminds me!
What fool said it was possible
to win this in ten hours?
[COMMENT VOICE]
It was you!
You. Lord Vel.
Check the archives.
Ah, I suppose it was me.
Consider this
74 hour marathon
my gift to you.
Now, my indomitable
spirit shall be burned
into your retinas forever!
For those who stuck with me,
I applaud your loyalty!
You've served me well!
You have earned
your eternal slumber!
Enjoy the peace
of your mortal graves!
Demon lord.
[groans]
Streaming for 74 hours
in one stretch was perhaps
a bit excessive.
[knocking on door]
Enter.
You worked so hard!
That was great!
Super Fortressvania Gaiden
is quite the game!
It's infamous
for its difficulty.
I gave up on the first boss
when I played it.
Otherwise I would have
smashed the controller.
But your will
is as strong as orichalcum.
It shall serve
as an inspiration to me.
[scoffs]
How you flatter me!
One thing,
if you do this again,
could you please take a break
every 24 hours at least?
It's not fair.
If I have to go
three whole days
without beholding
your noble face in person,
I'm afraid I will be stricken
with Lord Veltol deficiency.
[VELTOL]
Well, we can't have that!
On a positive note
during the stream,
my channel's subscriber count
surpassed three million.
That's great, My Lord!
Shall I prepare red rice?
Or perhaps we could go
out for some sushi?
No, it's just a milestone.
Though I will say
I've unlocked
the second form
of my dark sword,
Vernal, thanks to this.
[chuckles]
Seems I'm stuck
using game terminology.
Congratulations, My Lord!
Shall I bake
a cake to celebrate?
Or perhaps we could go
out for some sushi?
If you want sushi, just say so.
No, I'm good.
Hmph!
Sushi aside, for the time being
this upgrade
won't be of much use.
[MACHINA]
Why is that?
[VELTOL] It's best
for killing immortals.
[MACHINA]
Oh, I see.
Also, I have mixed feelings.
about Vernal's second form.
It looks frustratingly
similar to Gram's sword.
I suppose it does.
[groans]
You seem troubled.
It's just something has been
weighing on my mind
since the fight with Marcus.
I think we should search
for the other Dark Peers.
Ralsheen, the Blue Storm,
Sihlwald,
the Black Dragon, and May,
the Mournful Firmament
are still missing, correct?
May and Ralsheen,
I knew where those two
were before
the Immortal Hunts happened
but I haven't heard
anything since then.
Do you remember everything
that Marcus told you?
He didn't mention
any of the Dark Peers
to you aside from Zenol,
correct?
Yes.
All he said was that
he burned Duke Zenol
in his damned
Immortal Furnace.
Marcus was a boastful man.
If he had killed any others,
he would have mentioned it.
We can count on that much.
So, while we do not know
if they're alive,
we can at least assume
that they were not tossed
into the furnace.
In which case
we have three Dark Peers
I'd like to search for.
Will you assist me, Machina?
Of course, My Lord.
Hm.
We need the Dark Peers Records.
This is why it was created.
It's why all six of us poured
our magic into that tome.
Yes.
It's convenient since
it records all your actions
which would also include
your whereabouts.
But it was lost after
our defeat in the war, right?
Right. Though, fortunately
it also prevented that
cursed Marcus from using it.
Life has been quite chaotic,
but it's calm now.
So, I think this is our
chance to find the book.
Yes.
[doorbell dings]
[both gasp]
Wassup, peeps?
I thought I'd pop on by!
Now, open up!
[scoffs]
Here again, is she?
Silly girl.
She says she has better
things to do than hang out
but comes by uninvited
five times a week!
Is that a complaint?
Because it seems to me
that you're more than happy
to have her around.
Well, I wouldn't kick her out.
Hello, hello!
Are you keepin' it real?
[VELTOL] Takahashi,
you're a high schooler?
I never knew.
-Oh, I thought I told you.
-Oh, I thought I told you.
[VELTOL]
Certainly not.
So young!
Yet you're doing
these dangerous,
illegal activities.
And why does that matter?
I don't need
a high school diploma
to break the law, do I?
Risking your life
for money is bad at any age.
-Bwoop!
-[gasps]
You're too heavy!
You're not a cat!
-Stop!
-Oh, get real!
I'm light as a feather!
Nice job on your
marathon stream, Velly!
-That was a blast!
-Hm.
I don't think
it's ideal to stream
for quite so long, though.
Nah, it's cool.
I wouldn't worry!
Plenty of people use
marathon streams
as background noise while
they're doing other stuff.
The demand is totally
there, dude.
Is that so?
He's better than
background noise!
Even if it's long,
you can upload clips later.
Then people who couldn't watch
the marathon
can catch up real quick.
You on that, Machina?
Actually, yes.
The first clip
goes up in an hour.
You are too good.
It's an honor, My Lord.
Enough sweet talk!
So, what game
are you gonna play next?
-Hm.
-Hm.
Huh?
Wait, what's up?
Have you been plotting things
in secret without me?
Let me in on the fun, too!
It's nothing to worry
your pretty little
head over, okay?
I thought we were bros!
Are you kicking me out
of the crew?
[crying]
I want to plot
We're going on a search.
For an old magigadget called
"the Dark Peers Records."
OMG,
it's like a treasure hunt!
An ancient artifact
from your time?
No reason for you guys
to be all hush-hush with me!
I got this one
in the bag, baby!
I mean, duh!
I'm an aether hacker,
you dummy!
No one's better at gathering
information than me!
But you're a mortal
and I don't want to further
involve you
in Immortal affairs.
Though you seem to have plowed
straight through
all of my uncertainties.
That's how I roll.
Hm?
Takahashi,
if it was easy enough
to look up on a search engine,
why would we need you?
[chuckles]
Tsk, tsk, tsk.
C'mon, bestie,
give me a little credit!
What did you think?
I'd act cool then just type in
"Where do you find
the Dark Peers Records"
and call it a day?
Watch and learn!
'Cause, this is how you do it!
Instead of searching
for the book itself,
I'll search for places
where it might be located.
People and organizations
who collect relics
from before the Fantasion,
museums, research facilities.
That kinda stuff.
Then I set the right
parameters
for the artificial spirits,
have them
sift through the data,
and narrow it down
to something more accurate.
Now, I feel a bit guilty
for mocking an obvious genius.
Boom!
And there we go!
Really?
[TAKAHASHI]
I keep three artificial spirits
on my Familia
for times like these.
[VELTOL]
Impressive work, Takahashi!
I shall reward you later.
Shall I prepare red rice?
Or perhaps
[BOTH] We could go
out for some sushi?
It's a meme, My Lord.
[VELTOL]
I see.
[MACHINA]
Our destination is Akihabara?
[TAKAHASHI] It's one
of Shinjuku's satellite cities.
It's also the location
of the oldest magic school
in the world.
One of the few that are left.
Oh?
[TAKAHASHI] The Akihabara
School of Magic, Lu Xel.
It was founded
after the Immortal War
and according to legend,
it's got a super sweet
treasury buried
beneath its grounds.
No clue what's in the treasury
of course, but rumors say
it hasn't been opened
in 500 years.
That's exactly
when the Records were lost.
That's a fine lead.
How are we supposed
to get in there
if it's buried beneath
a school?
Punch through
the floor and grab it?
Going straight
for the power play, huh?
You violent brute.
Instead of punching,
how 'bout I hack
their security
and we waltz our way right in?
No.
That's a crime.
And it's not one
of the cool ones, either.
What?
There is no need for us
to assume unnecessary risks.
If we want inside a school,
we'll simply become students!
Yes, a fine point.
That's comparatively legal,
as well.
You sure come up
with fun ideas, Velly.
I'm on board.
And I know
just how to make it work!
First, I'll apply
for a legit exchange program
at my school,
then I'll digitally
alter the applications
and we should be set!
Then, let the operation begin!
The place is Akihabara!
The goal is to locate
the Dark Peers Records
and recover them!
As the Demon Lord
Veltol Velvet Velsvalt,
I declare that our next
quest is underway!
♪
North gate 4,
shinjuku station.
♪
♪
[FEMALE ROBOT 8A]
Welcome to Akihabara City.
Could you present
your identification, please?
My face should be
all the proof you need!
Could you present
your identification, please?
Absurd!
I have three million
subscribers
and you're telling me
you don't recognize my face?
We require an official ID.
Otherwise, I cannot
allow you to proceed.
How insolent.
You've been condescending
from the start.
This is a crime
punishable by death.
Hm?
What are you grabbing at?
-I'm in the middle of a
-[beeping]
[FEMALE ROBOT 8A]
Thank you for your cooperation.
Please proceed
and have a nice day!
Hmm.
-[gasps]
-Can we get moving now?
[laughs]
I see!
So, this is Akihabara City!
To think such vestiges
of Alneath were
still alive in this world!
Hurry up!
You've stared enough!
Have I?
Perhaps so!
[VELTOL]
There are a lot of shops
selling magiprostheses.
[MACHINA]
Magic Town flourishes
thanks to magigadget sales.
The magiprostheses
made in Akihabara
are known for their
exceptional quality.
By the way, the magiprostheses
of that brute you
walloped the other day
came from around here.
I see.
In my age such an invention
was completely unthinkable.
As were maginoborgs.
Especially, full borgs like
the gentleman there.
We never imagined
that replacing all
but one's brain and spine
with machines was possible.
With that much tech
I can hardly tell them
apart from a maginoroid.
On that note,
would you please stop
picking fights with robots?
It's so awkward.
[TAKAHASHI] This is
the Akihabara School of Magic,
Lu Xel.
Doesn't much look like
the rest of the city, does it?
And here I was enjoying
the nostalgia.
[TRATTE]
Hm.
[sighs]
[TRATTE]
I see.
It says, "Veltol
Velvet Velsvalt" here.
And is that your real name?
[VELTOL]
None other!
Hm.
♪
[TAKAHASHI]
Tratte Gotel.
She's the head of one
of the Three Great Houses,
the Gotel clan,
which has been around
for five centuries
following the end
of the Immortal War.
She's the chairwoman
of the Akihabara School
of Magic,
and she practically
controls the part of the city
known as Magic Town.
Well, this sucks.
Real Fancypants, aren't you?
If she's that extra,
then she might see
through my forgery.
I can't count on Velly
to control himself
and Machina
won't be much help.
It looks like this
whole thing hinges on me!
[TRATTE]
Very well, then.
Your documents
look legitimate,
so no issue there.
Though allow me
to ask one last question.
-Of course.
-Ask as many as you'd like!
What's your goal
in this exchange?
-Well, we just--
-I've come here
to open the treasury
beneath the school.
I want to see
what secrets it holds.
And, how is it that you know
about the treasury?
-Oh, uh
-[smirks]
When faced with my keen eyes
and inquisitive mind,
the truth has no choice
but to pull back its veil.
In that case, you're saying
it's no coincidence
that you know
about the treasury?
Did I reveal it?
Or did it reveal itself?
Cyplicusian logic, then?
You're implying
that truth fluctuates?
That it changes
with each observer?
[VELTOL] There's
nothing left to be said.
[TRATTE]
By the same measure,
-sometimes silence
speaks volumes. -Ah!
At any rate,
I see you're driven
by more than curiosity.
I admire your honesty as well.
You may enter.
[sighs]
Hmm?
Though my permission
doesn't help.
Ugh?
Why is that?
It's not possible
to enter the treasury.
It's been sealed,
and there's little
that I can do.
It's been this way
for five centuries.
Difficult or not,
there must be some way
to lift the seal.
It would require three keys
possessed
by the three great houses,
the Gotels,
the Seburds and the Reynards,
each have one piece
of the puzzle.
They're known as "Regalia."
They are all unique
magi-gadgets.
[clatters]
♪
This is one such Regalia.
The Gotel clan's "Blade."
Then there's
the Seburd clan's "Crown"
and the "Orb"
of the Reynard clan.
Very well.
What if I were to acquire
the other Regalia for you?
Then I would be happy
to release the seal.
I have longed to bring
the Regalia together.
It's been my clan's
wish for years.
And personally, I'm curious
what lies inside that treasury.
♪
However, there's one
substantial obstacle.
[VELTOL]
Which is?
[TRATTE]
A missing Regalia.
The Reynard clan's Orb
has been lost.
Perhaps that should be
your first concern.
I will be your head teacher
while you're here.
My name is Mag Rosanta.
I also serve
as the principal's aide.
I hope we can get along well.
[VELTOL]
Maguro Santa?
What does that
make me think of?
-Some holiday sushi?
-I said "Mag!"
Mag Rosanta, okay?
There's no maguro involved!
[VELTOL]
Of course. As you said.
It is a pleasure, Miss Maguro.
Sadly, I can already tell
you're a terrible listener.
Circumstances aside,
please remember
I'm still your teacher.
[groans]
I miss my Familia already.
It's like I got petroleum jelly
rubbed all over my eyes.
My brain isn't getting
all the data
that it's used to working with.
Now I realize
how much I've been
taking my Familia for granted.
We'll just have to adapt.
Lu Xel is a prestigious school
that takes pride
in its adherence
to time-tested magic
techniques.
As such, we prohibit
wearing a Familia
while on school premises.
This helps students learn
the fundamentals of magic
and deepen their
understanding of it.
We believe
this will cultivate brilliant,
well-rounded sorcerers.
[VELTOL] One cannot become
a good sorcerer
while relying entirely
on their wand.
One must dip their fingers
into the abyss of magic
and drink deep
of all its forms
to understand its true nature.
I'll call you in one
at a time,
so, please wait here.
-Got it. -Of course.
-Okay. Works for me!
[indistinct chatter]
The time has come.
Time for what?
Well, that's a surprise!
It's unlike you to be
so slow on the uptake.
Hm?
[VELTOL] We are about to engage
in a sacred custom!
Exchange students
always introduce themselves
in front of the hologram board!
I played a video game
from the old world
that heavily featured
Japanese high school life.
As such, I am now
a master of the etiquette
and culture.
I've seen those
customs myself!
In fact, they were
quite popular in anime.
Eighty years ago, at least.
Hm. Right.
As Demon Lord,
it is my right to go first!
[chuckles]
Observe as I seize
everyone's hearts!
[laughs]
Greetings!
Veltol Velvet Velsvalt
stands before you!
I've come to this
School of Magic
from the faraway land
of Shinjuku
as a short-term
exchange student!
The honor will be all yours
when I leave
my distinguished mark
upon this city!
Now feel free to applaud me!
H-H-Hello, I'm Machina Solej!
I keep a tidy home!
[MACHINA]
I can also cook!
Especially, curry!
Wife city.
Wassup, wassup?
Super genius,
Takahashi is in the house
and ready to magic up
some stuff!
My special talent
is hacking, baby!
No first name?
I wonder why?
Yeah, it's cute.
All right.
Very good.
Now, let's trying measuring
your mana level, Veltol.
[MAG] We'll see what students
from Shinjuku are made of.
Place your hand over
this magic stone.
I could, but let me
warn you first.
I will break it.
No, no,
you're being very silly.
That's not possible,
I assure you,
so go ahead and give it a try.
[shatters]
[whimpering]
How in the world
did you do that?
[chuckles]
I don't see
what you have to be
chuckling about.
[KINOHARA] I'm doing my gacha
pulls for Ishimary right now,
so please wait
a moment longer.
[GRAM]
All right. Take your time.
♪
It's been so long.
I know that she's changed.
So have I, of course.
It's only natural.
It has been 500 years.
A different face,
a different name,
but she's still here.
Even in this age.
♪
♪
[MACHINA] "The Poor Student
and the Exchange Student."