BLOOD IN THE DISCO BALL
The police have been hunting Legoshi the gray wolf for ten days now.
Why on earth haven't they found him yet?
They're lazy, I say!
If it's taking this long to find him,
he's probably hiding you-know-where, at the--
Yes, perhaps...
He may have found a place the police can't search.
Maybe that's why the police announced today
that there's a ten million yen reward for anyone who can provide information.
That's the largest reward in generations!
But he's one of history's worst criminals, potentially behind over 20 crimes...
He worked here six days a week. There's no way he committed 20 crimes.
And the mayor's busy promoting Zoolympic
when he should be making sure his townsfolk are safe!
We're also seeing similar opinions gaining steam online...
It's me.
That gray wolf is competing in the Black Market turf war tomorrow.
Seize him at all costs.
Yes, dead or alive.
It's so corrupt!
I saw my father as a level-headed man who only believed in numbers.
I never imagined he'd stoop to bribery just for fame and fortune.
He's twisted, just like those horns. Despicable!
Master Louis...
You expect me to stay quiet too?
It's not that...
Hello?
I found what you requested. But the thing is--
Thank you.
I'll pay you a visit tomorrow. Save the details for then.
Jeez. Like father, like son. Working me to the bone.
Did my father do something?
Tomorrow, then!
I'm sorry for frightening you.
Master Louis, that is not your father's true motive.
The mayor is threatening him.
Threatening him how?
The mayor has investigated your relationship as father and son,
and seems to have procured some type of proof.
The live bait catalog? He promised to get rid of it!
If nothing else, please understand his circumstances.
This is not what your father wished for.
I believe that.
If that info got out, it would jeopardize the company.
That is not the reason.
Master Louis, your father is concerned for you.
Concerned for me?
Yes, he cannot bear to let anything ruin your future.
Is that true?
That's some good-looking meat.
I want it...
I can't take it anymore!
Wait!
Here, gnaw on Louis's antler.
Sorry I took so long.
Maybe you're late because you're always riding that junker.
It still works fine.
Just tell me what you want.
It must be urgent for you to call me like this.
It's your grandson, isn't it?
Nothing gets past you, huh?
Legoshi sent me this.
But...
TO MY BELOVED GRANDPA
"I hope you are well."
"I wanted to speak face-to-face, but that is no longer possible."
"Please continue watching over Haru."
"Please stay healthy and happy. From Legoshi."
The 500 Cornered Rats gave me this.
They're your friends, right?
Do you know something?
What is this, a suicide note?
That darn Legoshi might be up to something.
If he makes any moves, he'll fall right into our net.
What are you gonna do to Legoshi?
He's a wanted criminal.
I'm capturing him.
- Thanks for the info. - Hold on! You think Legoshi's guilty?
- Answer me. Yahya... - Hello? Corne?
He's on the move.
The Black Market, confirmed. Get ready.
Fine, I'm outta here. I was a fool for confiding in you!
You're the same as ever, Gosha. You really are.
My leopard traits are overpowering my gazelle ones now.
Melon, are you upset?
To escape from society,
I lived in a strange fairy tale written by my mother.
Just us two, in a fake world of our own.
Melon.
I loved it when Mom called my name.
I wasn't a "mix" or a "carnivore" or an "herbivore."
It really made me feel like myself. Like Melon.
I just love that terrified expression and feeble body.
They remind me of your gazelle father who I adore so, so much...
Oh, Mom. Horrifying and beautiful, she was my whole world.
And now I'm losing the gazelle inside me.
This is a nice space they gave you.
You even have a smoking room.
Yeah, it's nice.
What happened between you and my father?
Well...
Is it about that artificial meat?
Oh, you know about that?
That was such a hassle.
When I reported the analysis,
he said, "Unacceptable, I'll leak this to the media!"
He really blew his lid.
What's she talking about?
So, what did you tell him?
The truth.
That meat isn't completely artificial after all.
Apparently, it's made from unborn animal embryos.
Made from what?!
But the very next day, he told me to never speak of it.
How strange.
I know. It sounds like someone hushed him up.
He seemed really upset about it.
Master Louis, that is not your father's true motive.
The mayor is threatening him.
By the way, about that drug you wanted.
The one to control blood clotting.
Yes?
It'll take at least two days to obtain.
What? But why?
The request needs to be approved before anybody can get their paws on it.
Is there a loophole?
I need it tonight.
Tonight?
My friend is fighting for his life.
What does this fight have to do with blood clotting?
His opponent is the criminal behind those interspecies murders.
What?
He's quite the formidable mix.
His weakness is the smell of carnivore and herbivore blood mixed together.
Mixing blood of differing species does trigger immediate clotting...
I see.
I'd love to help, really, but--
I made a promise.
That I'd fight too.
You're going to fight?!
Because his pain is my pain.
He's always fighting on his own.
Fighting to protect what he holds dear, even if it means getting hurt.
He might waver at first, but in the end, he'll fight head-on with integrity.
Whereas all I can ever do is watch while my loved ones get hurt.
So you want to help him?
I know it might be cowardly.
Using blood to catch him off guard...
Attacking from the front doesn't always work, you know.
You have the right idea.
"Right"?
Is this "right"?
Oh, no. What I'm doing would go against his principles.
What on earth was I thinking?
I want to fight like he would, with my head held high.
I...
Of course. I should be fighting my own enemy.
Right, Legoshi?
Thank you.
I'm going to do what I'm being called to.
What? Hey... Wait a minute!
For an herbivore, his blood gets way too heated.
GIANT PANDA
Thank you.
You were the only one I could think of who would do this for me, Mr. Gohin.
You're insane.
Two near-death experiences, and you still haven't learned your lesson?
I survived both times, didn't I?
Wars are normally fought with armor and weapons.
But you're shedding your fangs and blood to weaken yourself before battle? Crazy.
These natural traits I was born with as a carnivore
aren't going to serve as weapons for me.
More than my wolf body, my claws, my fangs,
what really keeps me going are the things I've seen and felt.
Is that enough to protect what you wanna protect?
I'll make it happen.
When I see my reflection in Haru's big, jet-black eyes,
I want to see an honorable wolf.
And to achieve that, I can fight.
You really are as insane as ever.
Thank you for doing this.
Don't die.
You still owe me for those dentures.
Let's bring out the competing teams!
With heels as high as their confidence,
it's the goddesses of the Black Market, the Inari-Gumi!
I love you, Ten!
Dandy boys with a flashy sense of style,
it's the just and empathetic Madara-Gumi!
The strength of their bonds is as tough as their scales.
Hiding alone in the shadows, it's the Doku-Gumi!
Next, we have last year's conquerors! Can they successfully defend their throne?
Kings of beasts, the Shishi-Gumi!
But that's not all! We have our first newcomer in 30 years!
Legoshi the gray wolf!
Hey, isn't that the wanted criminal?
With that ten million yen bounty?
Let's get him!
The rules are simple!
The competitors will burn their blood.
We'll judge the flame's brightness, shape, and scent to determine our champion!
The victor will be awarded authority over the Black Market for a year
and earn themselves this deluxe chunk of meat!
Whoa, holy cow! That's gotta be tasty!
Is everybody ready?
Without further ado, let's light those fires!
It's the Inari-Gumi.
Nah, it's the Madara-Gumi.
Doku-Gumi for the win!
The Shishi-Gumi smells weak this year.
That young deer you used to follow certainly gave you an innovative edge,
but you've grown a little too soft.
I believe I've yet to make your acquaintance.
My name is Melon, and I'm the Shishi-Gumi's new boss.
Lovely to meet you.
Your Shishi-Gumi really went from riches to rags.
Nothing like they used to be.
Excuse me?
Young lady, I suggest that you refrain from underestimating us.
I will not stand for it.
Or that's what I'd like to say.
It's true. The Shishi-Gumi's scent is overwhelmingly weak.
Oh, well.
Gotta add more stench.
- What the hell?! - No!
No, Agata!
Little bastard!
You crossed the line!
Boss...
This is gonna put us back on top, right?
Shishi-Gumi!
It will.
What are you doing? That's against the rules!
This turf war's restrictive rules are nothing short of nonsensical!
This contest needs more blood! More meat! Let's have some fun!
Admit it, you all wanna eat meat!
Does scent alone satisfy your hunger?
Come, open your eyes!
He's right!
It's Meat Appreciation Day, right?
Well? You love meat, right?
Isn't that why you've come to the Black Market?
- Hell yeah! We're carnivores! - Go, Shishi-Gumi!
If you can't embrace your instincts, what kind of a beast are you?
Feast your eyes, Black Market. This is love!
That's against the rules! Seize them!
All right. Throwing out the rule book, eh?
Shall we let loose, just for tonight?
Get that blood pumping!
Legoshi. This night shall be your last.
Let's light this place up!
Weren't there more dinosaurs last year?
Ones built by Cherryton School.
I hear there's been a lot going on at that school recently...
WANTED LEGOSHI
My first on-land festival, this is.
Even Legoshi wouldn't dare come here in plain sight, would he?
But he promised me.
That we'd light a candle together at the Festival of the Meteor.
He sure seems like the kind of guy who keeps promises.
Which way is the wind blowing from?
Lap, lap.
Snuff, snuff.
It's coming from the sea.
Can I go upwind?
When Legoshi gets here, I want him to find my scent.
She's just as brash as he is.
Land creatures walk the ground on their legs.
Walking patterns reveal the heart.
That's how I can see them.
That girl's feelings.
Swap this and this.
I'll get right on it.
Okay, folks! It's time for this year's long-awaited Festival of the Meteor!
The weather is unfortunate, but we have Zoolympic news for you...
SURPRISE ANNOUNCEMENT (FOOD PRODUCT)
...so stay tuned!
He still intends to unveil the artificial meat here?
You know what to do. I'm trusting you, Louis.
Leave it to me.
Oh, no, it's starting.
Are you done yet?!
Lift it up a little higher!
A little more!
Got it!
Set it down.
Great work, guys.
Sanu!
Anything else to prepare?
Have you checked the lights?
Lemme get the breaker.
- Makeup? - We're about to start!
I'll do it. Is it set up back there?
Yes, right over there.
Hey...
Does anyone know where Pina is?
Foolin' around with girls from other schools?
C'mon, man! We're late because you took forever to do your ears.
Fur's gotta look nice! Girls from other schools are coming.
What about the grub? I got a list made.
PARFAIT - DONUTS - MOCHI BANANA - SHAKE
You're gonna eat all that?
I'm so hyped.
The band I covered at last year's culture fest is playing.
All right! Sounds like a blast! Right, Jack...
WANTED LEGOSHI - MURDER SUSPECT
What a mess.
You're not gettin' away!
Grandpa...
Who're you callin' grandpa?
Lizard venom doesn't work on you, eh?
Okay, boy. Let's use our fists.
Beautiful...
I feel a sense of relief, like Grandpa's arms are wrapped around me.
This fight's already begun, boy!
Oh, crap!
What's going on?
Run away!
Let's get outta here!
You're in danger too!
Worry not!
Every war has its victims!
They fight, they bleed, and they bleed some more!
The more wounds a creature gains, the more beautiful it becomes.
Hey, I think you and I might share some similar values.
You're far off.
You have yet to see even a glimpse of our mental fortitude.
Take this.
Wow, it's still squirming.
Fresh slices still carry their will.
Take it as a message from the Doku-Gumi.
Message?
Never let your guard down around beasts of the Black Market.
What?
Subtitle translation by: Logan Lampkins