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>Iino: Why are you going out there? We have it handled-
>Astionage: I can't bring myself to just sit around and wait. I went through the pilot simulators. I can take care of myself out there. Besides, I did some extra special tuning on that spare Gundam Mark III. Its about time I put it to a proper test since Emma is going to be leading from the ship again!
>Elle: Don't make us have to bail you out. Even if this is going to mark the end of the stupid war, you've got a real talent for turning scrap into gold. Might find a better career sticking with us after this.
>Astionage: I'll the offer in mind. (Kirsche, you just watch from safety. We are going to put an end to all of this soon...after that, maybe I can help you heal-)
>Asherah: Everyone, we are beginning our approach now! Prepare for sortie!

Having had six days of rest and preparation, the collective military of the AEUG prepare for the final assault on Axis to bring Neo Zeon to justice for the destruction they had wrought on the colonies and Earth.

[Battle of Axis has begun]