: Pilots from Plantation 26 express deep mistrust of Zero Two , revealing that her previous partners often died after riding with her three times. As this is Hiro’s third scheduled ride with her, the squad becomes increasingly anxious about his survival.
: Formerly a child prodigy who "failed" his capacity test, Hiro finds a sense of purpose through Zero Two. This episode explores his willingness to sacrifice his health just to continue piloting. 5 : Your Thorn, My Badge
: Ichigo, the squad leader, confronts Zero Two to demand she stop putting Hiro's life at risk. Zero Two remains indifferent, leading to a tense standoff that highlights Ichigo's feelings of helplessness and her desire to protect Hiro. : Pilots from Plantation 26 express deep mistrust