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The Full Moon's Answer (満月の応え, Mangetsu no Kotae) is the seventh episode of Ultraman Arc.

Synopsis[]

As SKIP members struggle against the scorching heat, a kaiju appears and begins absorbing gas.

After accidentally absorbing Arc's powers as well, the kaiju loses control, and if it explodes, Hoshimoto City could be wiped out!

Yuma is inspired to act by the words of a mysterious woman... But why has this kaiju appeared?

Shu Ishido's Diary[]

Expand to read Shu Ishido's diary entry.

One week has passed since Homger, the scorching kaiju, exploded.

Thanks to the cooperative action between the GDF and SKIP, we were able to locate the hole in which we believe the small kaiju went through. However, as the tunnel collapsed at a deeper point, we can no longer chase it. Its true form is still unknown.

However, according to the thermographic reading from Homger’s body, the two heartbeats, and the small cries heard after it exploded, both the SKIP crew and I have no doubts that this unknown kaiju is Homger’s child.Other scientific institutions should reach similar conclusions soon.

There are old records of volcanic eruptions, however, it’s likely they were the birth of the kaiju Homger, which self-detonates and uses that energy to give life to its child.This means that the baby which disappeared into the ground will eventually grow and explode in the very same way, to continue the circle of life.

In a few decades or even centuries, humanity will have to confront Homger again. That is precisely why we must investigate and research as much as possible and create records, so that we can pass on the torch onto the next generation. I wonder if Ultraman Arc will still be here when the time comes.

At the night of the battle, Homger’s ability to spit scorching flames gave Arc a lot of trouble, forcing him to wear a new blue armor, with a saucer on his arm. That saucer looked very similar to the full moon in the background, taking my breath away with its beauty. Arc’s new armor gave him a speed so fast it could barely be visible to the naked eye. With the new power from the armor, Arc used after images to baffle Homger. Then, he surrounded Homger with a wind tornado, creating a shield and protecting Hoshimoto City from the explosion.

Though I was dizzy from the intense light, I was able to see Arc gently hugging Homger before it exploded. It was almost like seeing a mother hugging her child, as if they were cherishing each other――

Wait, I got a bit carried away.

The above is nothing more than my personal opinion, based on the fact that he let the baby kaiju escape and made no effort to go after it. Though even that is entering delusional territory. As much as this is my own diary, I still need to restrain myself.

On the next day, Yuma and I discussed it as usual and named Arc’s new armor the “Luna Armor.” “Luna” means moon in Latin, and pairs well with the previously used “Solis Armor,” which represents the sun. When writing my report it was nothing more than a temporary name, but it was eventually accepted officially, as usual.

Honestly speaking, I'm a little hesitant to be recommending these names time and time again, since it may give off the impression that I'm having fun, but when I consulted with Arc FAM, they told me it reduced their workload. Regardless, it does speed things over, and that’s a good thing.

A refreshing breeze just passed through the window. It’s marking the end of the long lasting and intense heat. In my hand, there’s a half-drunk cup of iced coffee. Whenever the ice clinks, it reminds me of the time when everyone at SKIP grabbed their glasses of coffee.

The first time I came to this branch, there was a thick wall between the coffee drinkers and tea drinkers. However, that barrier now had a fissure on it, thanks to the abnormally high temperatures! Unfortunately, right at that moment, the Kaiju Hotline rang and everything fell apart.

Of course, I don’t forcefully push coffee on anyone, as it’s vulgar to push your own preferences towards others. That time, when they were about to taste it, it was such an organic moment. If I’m being honest, it’s frustrating to think they were so close to getting a taste of it. I would like to taste some top-grade coffee alongside the SKIP crew, and share our thoughts together――I will end today’s entry with that image in mind.

PS: At the GDF, many people are saying that they should have just finished off Homger on the spot, without relying on Arc’s help. This is also a very important point of view. In order to protect the city from now on, we must imagine a world without Arc.[2]


Ask TsuPi[]

This week's "Ask TsuPi" is about Luna Armor!

Yuma's Ultraman Arc Navi[]

Yuma's Ultraman Arc Navi #8

Today, Yuma talks about th Ultraman Arc's new armor, the Luna Armor, and introduces the Kaiju of the following episode, Internet Kanegon.

Cast[]

Guest Actors[]

  • Anju (杏樹): Coco Masui (増井 湖々, Masui Koko)
  • Akari Inui (乾 あかり, Inui Akari): Hinako Tanaka (田中 日奈子, Tanaka Hinako)
  • Yuma Hize (child) (飛世 ユウマ(少年時代), Hize Yūma (shounen jidai)): Rihito Tachibana (立花 利仁, Tachibana Rihito)
  • Takako Hize (飛世 タカコ, Hize Takako): Keiko Maki (牧 佳子, Maki Keiko)
  • Citizen (市民, Shimin): Ena Nakatsugawa (中津川 恵那, Nakatsugawa Ena)

Voice Actors[]

English Dub[]

  • Yuma Hize (飛世 ユウマ, Hize Yūma): Paul Castro Jr.
    • Yuma Hize (child) (飛世 ユウマ(少年時代), Hize Yūma (shounen jidai)): Allen Wehkamp
  • Shu Ishido (石堂 シュウ, Ishidō Shū): Micah Solusod
  • Rin Natsume (夏目 リン, Natsume Rin): Dani Chambers
  • Hiroshi Ban (伴 ヒロシ, Ban Hiroshi): Tony Oliver
  • YouPi (ユピー, YuPī): Brandon McInnis
  • Akari Inui (乾 あかり, Inui Akari): Sara Ragsdale
  • Takako Hize (飛世 タカコ, Hize Takako): TBA
  • Anju (杏樹): Apphia Yu

Suit Actors[]

  • Ultraman Arc (ウルトラマンアーク, Urutoraman Āku): Hideyoshi Iwata (岩田 栄慶, Iwata Hideyoshi)
  • YouPi (ユピー, YuPī): Daiki Yazaki (矢崎 大貴, Yazaki Daiki)
  • Homger (ホムガー, Homugā): Shun Takahashi (高橋 舜, Takahashi Shun)

Appearances[]

Ultras[]

Kaiju[]

Trivia[]

ArcE7 RTV Leak
  • This episode was leaked by accident on the Ultraman Indonesia RTV channel on August 20, 4 days before the actual premiere. The episode was taken down quickly.
  • The director of this episode, Tomonobu Koshi, responded to fans' questions about the main theme of the episode on X (formerly Twitter) by saying:[5]
    • "It is natural to have differences in values. Personally, I believe that coexistence means finding points of compromise. The perspectives of a bear that has come into the city and those of people are definitely different. I always think that the answer is to never stop thinking."


References[]


Ultraman Arc Episodes
1. Arc to the Future | 2. Legend in the Woods | 3. Unleash Your Imagination! | 4. On the Kaiju's Tail | 5. Ocean on the Mountain Ridge | 6. Welcome to the Akebono Inn | SP1. At SKIP Fujiyama City Branch | 7. The Full Moon's Answer | 8. Internet Kanegon | 9. Goodbye, Rin | 10. To My Distant Friend | 11. Message | 12. You Are Givas | 13. Shu's Report | 14. Flash of the Past | 15. The Wandering Future | SP2. At SKIP Miyako City Branch | 16. The Light of Fear | 17. Demon Slicing Meteor Sword | 18. Arc Cooperation Request | 19. The Transcending Wish | 20. What is Passed Down | 21. The Dream Bird
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