SEED 4

Author: Shoji Ito
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Publish Date: 2005-04-01
Features: "The Archangel" lands on the Zafhtah-controlled African continent, the Biar Desert. There, they are awaited by the forces of Bartfeld, known as the "Desert Tiger." "The Archangel" joins forces with the local resistance organization to defeat the "Desert Tiger," then crosses the Red Sea and heads toward the Indian Ocean. Along the way, they engage in a fierce battle with Zafhtah's naval forces, and Kira, who is aboard the ship, goes missing in the battle. Kira drifts to a deserted island, where she meets Aslan, who escaped after the transport plane she was on was shot down. Despite their differing views, the two argue but gradually come to understand each other, and eventually, they part ways.
After, "The Archangel" finally reaches Abydos. As part of an agreement to repair the warship and replenish supplies, Kira agrees to provide technical assistance to Morgan Reid Enterprises. There, Kira unexpectedly encounters Aslan, who has secretly infiltrated Abydos to investigate. In their stiff dialogue, both feel the lingering friendship deep in their hearts.
Once repaired, "The Archangel" sets sail, preparing to head toward Alaska, but it is ambushed and destroyed by Aslan's Niekles. Enraged by the grief, Kira and Aslan engage in a one-on-one battle. Aslan pilots the "Divine Shield" to grab the "Strike Freedom," activates the self-destruct mechanism, and escapes the cockpit, leaving behind a brilliant flash of light.
The "Strike Freedom" Gundam is destroyed. What about Kira's fate?