01x12 - I'm Here to Keep My Promise!

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Who's there?

The power you currently possess

is not of your own making.

Wait a minute.

I know that voice.

No measure of hard work

and training could give

someone that amount of strength.

Oh yeah, I remember,

you were in my dream before.

What makes you extraordinary

is the dragon

inside your soul...

Do not humble yourself

with weakness or the

White One will laugh.

The White One?

In time, he will appear...

It is your destiny to stand on

that field of battle and fight.

But you must get stronger...

If a sacrifice is made, a

boon will be given in return.

A gift of shared strength

in your moment of need...

But first, show them

what a dragon is.

What does that mean?

I am the Welsh Dragon...

The Red Dragon Emperor, Ddraig.

Ddraig?

I am what lives

in your left hand.

Rias.

I'm surprised you're awake.

Miss Grayfia...

Hey...

What the hell happened,

how did I get here?

The battle ended shortly

after Lady Rias surrendered.

We lost?

I'm afraid so.

Lord Riser was

declared the victor.

No way.

Are you sure?

Yes.

But how...?

There's no way Rias would

just give up like that...

She'd keep fighting

no matter what!

Lord Riser was

going to k*ll you;

she surrendered

to save your life.

The game...

The whole thing's one big blur.

You didn't give up.

Every time he knocked you

down, you got right back up.

It's fine...

Don't worry...

I'm okay...

You did your best.

You made me proud...

Thanks, Issei.

It's me...

She did it because of me.

This whole thing is my fault...

I tried so hard to b*at him,

but I wasn't strong enough...

I failed and now Rias

might be Riser's forever.

Wait...

Where is everyone from my team?

Lady Rias instructed Miss Asia

to stay here and

take care of you.

After all, you were

hurt pretty badly.

The rest of them are

in the Underworld...

Lady Rias wanted them with

her for what comes next.

Underworld?

Yes.

The engagement party

will be starting soon.

Oh no.

I understand that history

is not in my favor,

and the idea of love

may just remain a dream...

But it's a dream that

I'd like to try to keep.

I'm sorry, Rias...

I failed.

Strive to become

the mightiest pawn...

I have complete

faith in your ability.

Consider it an order,

my dear servant.

Now go get stronger, Issei...

You can do it.

I could've worked

harder, but it's too late.

I'm weak...

I'm so pathetic.

She deserved better than me.

Listen, Issei...

It's not your fault.

Rias is abiding by the decisions

of the Gremory household...

Sadly...

The outcome of the battle is the

way it was always meant to be.

Even so...

The thought of it...

It makes me sick...

I can't just sit here

and watch Rias suffer...

She shouldn't be forced

to accept a horrible life

she doesn't wanna live...!

It's wrong!

I can't let that

bastard take her!

You really are a

fascinating boy, Issei.

You're an open book and

a gentle soul, to be sure...

I've met a lot of

devils over the years,

but never one quite like you...

When your mind's made up,

there's nothing that

can slow you down.

And I'm not the only

one who thinks so.

Sir Zechs feels

the exact same way.

What's that?

If you want, this can transport

you to the engagement party.

Are you saying I should

go there and stop them?

Sir Zechs gave me an

important message for you.

'If you want my

sister back, Issei,

you'd better be

prepared to fight.'

Yeah?

Remember his warning.

If you decide to

stage a rescue attempt,

it's your only option.

I guess there's only

one thing to do then.

Issei, you're up!

Asia... What's the

matter you okay?

Sorry...!

I was just so

worried about you...!

You were out so long...

I didn't know if you'd

ever open your eyes again!

I was scared, Issei!

I'm sorry...

I never meant to make you

worry about me like that.

No... Don't apologize.

You're safe, and that's the only

thing that matters to me now.

Asia, listen to me.

Okay.

I have to try and rescue Rias.

Are you sure...?

You think that's

that a good idea?

Well...

I know she'd try to rescue me.

Then I'll come with you.

You can't do that...

Please... I need you

to stay here for me.

No, I won't...

Let me come with you, I can

help you out if you get injured!

I've gotten much better

at using my magic...!

Don't make me

stay behind, Issei!

Don't worry.

I won't do anything stupid.

Trust me, everything

will be all right.

Don't make a promise

you can't keep!

If something horrible

happens to you

while you're away,

what am I supposed to do...?

I can't stand to

see you hurt again...

Oh, Issei, I don't know how

I could bear it if

I wasn't there to help!

I'm gonna be alright...

This is no big deal...

I mean hey.

After everything

I've been through,

I'm still in one

piece, aren't I?

If I let you go, you have

to promise me something.

Anything.

No matter what...

Promise me you'll bring

Rias back home with you.

You know I will...

But first...

I need you to do me the

favor we talked about before.

It's something no one else can

help me with but you... 'member?

Yes, I remember...

If it's important to you,

I'm happy to do it.

Thanks, Asia.

Hey...

You can hear me right?

Are you there...?

I need a word with you.

Come on...

Show yourself, Dragon!

I am here...

What is it you ask of me?

You and me...?

Need to make a deal.

This is an engagement party...?

So then why the hell

am I in a wedding dress?

Because Riser wanted it.

No, Lord Riser, you mustn't...

Men aren't allowed in here.

Just a word with his lady

and Riser will

be out momentarily.

Look at that dress.

You really are a

beautiful bride, my love.

I'm not a bride yet;

sorry to disappoint you.

So what's with the dress?

'What's with the dress?'...

I just want you to

make a good impression

on our esteemed

guests, my dear...

After all...

We need to

demonstrate to the world

that our two houses

have joined together...

Right?

And don't worry,

you'll have a dress

even more stunning than that

one when the time comes...

Lord Riser's bride

will be adorned

in a gown made

of flaming feathers.

It's only fitting for a

lady of the House of Phoenix

A dress made of

flaming feathers...?

I think I'd be better

off k*lling myself.

Issei. Issei!

Rias...

Please... Will you forgive me?

If it's the last thing I do,

I swear I'm gonna make

sure Rias Gremory wins!

You haven't learned how

to use your magic correctly...

And you have virtually

no combat experience at all.

And yet you still risk

your life to rescue me...

Issei...

Such a silly boy.

I'm so sorry...

It's my fault...

How could I let things

end up this way?

You're so brave...

So strong...

And sweet...

Thank you for everything.

Issei.

Lady Rias...

It's time.

My incredibly

talented brother won

himself a bride by

demolishing the Gremorys.

Of course I had

no doubt he was going

to win from the beginning.

But he had to keep it close

so it wasn't a complete bore.

She's delightful.

Yes, the girl's got quite

a mouth on her, doesn't she?

Sona, what's up?

The outcome not withstanding,

I thought it was a good match.

Though...

I wouldn't have complained

if the end result had

been a bit different.

Thanks for the support,

but I promise this thing

isn't even close to being over.

We'll get another sh*t

at them, I'm sure...

Only next time, we'll

be ready for their tricks.

Yeah screw those d-bags.

Greetings renowned

devils of the underworld!

On behalf of the

House of Phoenix...

Riser would like

to thank each and every

one of you for coming today!

This is an historic moment

for the world of devils...

And I want our dear guests

to be the first to know.

Two great dynasties

are about to become one...

Lord Riser of the distinguished

House of Phoenix,

shall wed Lady Rias of the

illustrious House of Gremory!

And now...

I present to you.

My bride.

Rias Gremory!

Issei!

Rias!

Who do you think you are, boy?

I'm Issei Hyodo, and I'm here

to bring Rias Gremory

back where she belongs...!

No one is going to take anything

from her that she

doesn't want to give.

How dare you?!

Seriously is this guy mental?!

Seize him!

Guess that's our cue to get

involved, so whaddaya say guys?

Yeah.

Let's do this.

We're here, Issei...

And we got your

back all the way!

Suck on that, douche.

Thanks you guys!

You're awesome.

Mmmm!

That was like super hot.

Akeno?

Go save Rias, Issei.

All right!

Is this your doing?

Lord Riser, what is

the meaning of this?

It's just a little

entertainment I prepared.

Who's that?

My brother's here?

That guy's your brother?!

It's the Great Devil, Lucifer!

Whoa, he looks hard-core!

What exactly do you

mean by entertainment?

I watched the Game, Riser.

And honestly, I was

underwhelmed by you.

My sister lacks your

gaming experience and yet,

against your considerably

larger forces,

she nearly had you b*at.

It's the final result

that counts, my Lord.

In the past...

But the Games don't

mean what they used to...

Besides, Riser, you

were nearly brought

to your knees by a

first time competitor...

I can't imagine

your family's proud

of the way you performed...

I think you should be

given another chance.

Besides, we don't

have a celebration

like this every day...

This party could use

some flair I think...

You there.

They say you possess

the power of the Dragon...

And I, for one, would like

to see what you're made of,

which is why I had Grayfia

bring you here this evening.

I see...

You want a fight.

Dragon versus Phoenix, yes...

I believe your guests

would quite enjoy

a head to head match between

two powers such as yours.

No...

Please don't!

An excellent idea, my Lord...

I'd be more than

happy to oblige you.

And you... Dragon?

Sorry, what?

There are many here

who have quite an interest

in seeing your abilities...

Would you be kind enough

to show them what

you're capable of?

Hell yes.

Issei, don't do it.

Relax, Rias.

Mister Hyodo is a big boy...

Riser is certain

he can handle himself.

So tell me, Dragon,

if you're the victor,

what would you like

to have as your reward?

You can't be serious!

A reward for a

lower-class devil?

Your king has spoken.

Lower-class or not,

he'll get his prize.

I'm the one that's

requested this of him...

I must give him compensation

for his trouble...

What would you

like to receive...?

A title...?

Or perhaps a woman

of great beauty...?

Ask, and if you win,

you shall receive.

Here goes.

Fine...

There's only one thing I want.

Rias Gremory!

All right.

It's time to get started.

Good...

I'm ready if you are, Riser!

You messed with the wrong

family this time, Hyodo!

My brother's about

to tear you a new one!

Yes...

He's quite the confident one,

but I'll take him

down a few pegs...!

Come, boy...

Fight me!

Alright, it's time

to upgrade...!

Only one more chance!

Issei...

Please be careful out there.

Promotion...

Queen!

It's no use!

Die!

I don't have any talent

with swords like Kiba...

And I don't have

Akeno's gift with magic...

I'm nowhere near

as strong as Koneko...

And I don't know the first thing

about being a healer like Asia.

I may not be like them

but there's one thing

I've got plenty of... heart...!

And I promise you this much...

Nothing will stop

me from saving her...!

Shine forth...!

Over Booster!

Welsh Dragon...

Over Booster!

This is the Dragon

Emperor's power...!

Balance breaker...!

Boosted Gear...

Scale Mail!

The balance breaker...?

Where did that come from?

Fascinating.

The forbidden, infernal form.

I want you to make

a deal with me.

Sounds interesting.

You sure you're ready for this?

Are you in or are you out?

Like I said...

I will grant you a power

worthy of your sacrifice...

But you have only

to the count of ten...

Anything beyond and

your body will not survive.

Fine by me...

That's plenty of time.

Rias doesn't

belong to you, jerk!

Ten!

Over here!

Nine!

I've never seen speed

and power like this...!

Who do you think

you are, Hyodo?!

You're nothing compared

to Riser, you understand?

Nothing!

I am a Phoenix nobleman...!

The flame of the immortal

bird burns within me...

The hellfire of my clan will

scorch you to dust!

You think I'm scared

of you, Riser...?!

I'm gonna make you sorry

you ever messed with us!

I'm glad I've got

this Scale Mail on.

Riser's hellfire

att*ck is no joke.

Seven!

If you weren't hiding

behind that armor, pawn...

There'd be nothing left of you

but a pile of smoking ashes!

Six!

You're done...

This pain...

It burns!

What have you done?!

Is that a cross?!

Five!

Where'd you get that?

Our bishop used to be

a member of the Church...

I borrowed this from her

and added a boost

from my Sacred Gear.

No matter how powerful

you think you are,

you're nothing compared

to the cross I'm holding

in my hand, Riser!

Four!

Impossible...!

A devil can't hold a cross!

Even wearing your

dragon armor shouldn't stop

that thing from destroying you!

It can't be...

Wait...

You offered that dragon

your own arm, didn't you?!

Three!

You're damn right I did,

and now I'm gonna take

you down, you son of a bitch!

This arm is no longer mine.

Understand?

What?

Just watch.

See, it doesn't hurt me...

I'm okay.

Have you lost your mind?!

After what you've done,

you'll never be the same again!

Two!

You think I care?!

He gave up his

own arm for this...

Issei's going to win,

I just know it!

He'll defeat Riser...

And he'll bring

Rias back home to us.

One!

It doesn't matter

what happens to me!

If it saves Rias

that's all I care about!

Because she's worth it!

Count is up!

Unfortunately,

you are out of time.

Come on, you gotta

be kidding me?!

I was so close!

What am I gonna have

to pay you this time?

An eye...? A leg?

I'll give you whatever you want!

Sorry, but with

your current abilities,

there's nothing else I can do.

Of course...

I'm not strong enough, it always

ends this way, doesn't it?

When I took back the armor,

I released a very small

amount of power to the gem...

You'll only have

it temporarily...

However, I'm not

sure it will be enough

to counter Phoenix's

regenerative capabilities.

I still have to try...

I'll fight.

I won't...

Give up.

That's too bad.

Looks like someone

lost their armor.

Riser believes it's time

to end this pathetic charade.

I'm not done.

If you're gonna

put out a fire...

Well...

You're gonna need water.

Holy Water?

Will Holy Water

even work against

a devil as strong as Riser?

Try this on for size, assh*le!

Transfer!

Look at Riser!

The holy water is draining his

mental and physical strength.

It's preventing him

from regenerating!

Not even the Lord of the

House of Phoenix can rise

from the ashes when his mind's

under this kind of att*ck.

His mind?

Indeed...

His body's immortal but

his mind is far from it.

How's that feel, Riser...?

Asia taught me that

devils are vulnerable

to crosses and Holy Water.

Use both in tandem

and not even a devil

like you stands a chance!

Kiba taught me to

widen my field of vision

whenever I'm

battling an opponent!

Transfer!

Akeno taught me to use magic...!

To take the power

of my body's aura

and release it on

a single point...!

And to amplify my att*ck by

increasing my mental focus!

And Koneko taught me to aim

for the center of the body...

To strike with precision,

right at the heart of my enemy!

No...

Stop it...

Don't...

This engagement's important

to the future of all devils...

You fool!

A mere servant like

you has no business

getting involved with

the affairs of your betters!

Don't you understand?

I don't care!

Rias...

She's the only thing

that matters to me!

And the fact that you'd

force her to be with you...

...when she

obviously hates you...

Well that's reason enough

for me to take you out!

Suck on this, scum-bag!

Bastard.

Don't hurt him!

If I were you, I would

step aside little girl.

Unless you want to be next!

Issei...

You did it.

You really did it.

This battle is done.

Whoa, good catch, dude.

Way to rock the house.

You... Totally nailed it!

Yep.

Hey, wait.

See ya.

Hey there, Rias.

Issei...

You just saved my life.

Thank you.

Jeez, what's that?

He's a griffon.

Isn't he cute?

Well, Issei, since

you saved the day,

I think it's only fair

you ride back with Rias.

Uh. On that?

Yes, please...

Unless you don't want to.

Are you kidding me,

of course I do!

If I don't die on this thing,

I'll see ya at the club!

Beautiful, isn't it?

I had that griffon ready

in case they needed

to make a last minute escape.

Thank goodness

it didn't come to that...

We would've had quite

a mess to clean up.

I wouldn't worry too much;

my father and Sir Phoenix

have found some common ground...

Such a shame though...

For an engagement

to fall apart like this.

Yes, you're right...

It's very sad.

You look devastated.

It's truly a miracle...

I never dreamed it was possible

the great red dragon

would come over to our side.

It seems likely

that the encounter

with the Vanishing One...

the White Dragon...

could be upon us soon.

You okay?

Silly boy.

To give up your arm just for me.

Hey, it was worth it...

Totally...

I would have done anything

to get you back safely.

Issei, look...

The engagement

may be over now...

But I promise you

this isn't the last

we'll hear of it,

not by any means.

Then I'll give up

my other arm...

And then my eyes if I have to.

Issei.

I'll do whatever it takes...

Nothing is gonna stop me.

I'll always save you.

I'm your pawn, after all...

It's my job, right?

Hey...!

It's time to wake up,

sleepy head!

Pinky's here!

Is that morning wood?

Oh my, you're a

naughty boy, aren't you?!

That was my first kiss.

It's a bit of a

monumental moment

for a young woman, isn't it?

Uh, I guess it kinda is, huh...?

Wait, that was

your first kiss...!

Man, I hope

I didn't screw it up!

Well, since it is my first,

I guess I have no way

of knowing, do I...?

I liked it, though.

She liked it!

Oh, Issei?

Uh huh?

I almost forgot, I've decided

I'm going to live at your place.

What?!

Unless you have an

objection, of course.

Come on, you stupid arm, heal!

Please heal...!

Guys run!

"Get back here right

now, you perverts!

I'll teach you to spy on

helpless, innocent girls!

You guys are a

bunch of jack wagons!

You're never gonna get laid,

you understand me?

Never!"

Dude, I saw some tit,

I swear I did!

Yeah, tig' o' biddies!

That was awesome!

More than anything...

I wanted to protect her.

Not cause it's my duty or

cause it's expected of me,

or anything like that...

I wanted to protect her

because of how amazing she is...

Because I believe

she's totally worth it.

It's always been her.

And it always will be.

Forever.