Ep 5. A Girl Who Doesn't Smile
- November 7, 2002
As the gang of pilots on the super robot Gravion continue their battles against the alien Zeravire, they encounter a new challenge in episode 5, "A Girl Who Doesn't Smile." The episode begins with Eiji, the earnest leader of the group, receiving a mysterious message on his communicator. The message leads him and his team to a remote island, where they discover a young girl named Leele.
Leele is initially distrustful of the Gravion pilots, but they quickly learn that she is a psychic whose powers are coveted by the Zeravire. The aliens are willing to go to extreme lengths to capture Leele, which is why she has been hiding out on the island. The pilots vow to protect her and help her evade the Zeravire.
As the group spends time with Leele, they learn that she has a tragic backstory. Her own people, who also possess psychic powers, rejected her due to her inability to smile. As a result, she has lived a lonely and isolated life. The pilots are able to break through Leele's barriers and connect with her, promising to be there for her and protect her no matter what.
The Zeravire attack the island in force, and the Gravion team must take to the skies to defend their new friend. As they fight, they discover that Leele's psychic powers are formidable indeed, and she is able to assist them in battle. Despite her lack of a smile, she proves herself to be a valuable asset to the team.
As the episode draws to a close, the pilots realize that they must continue to protect Leele from the Zeravire and help her come to terms with her tragic past. They also wonder about the true nature of her powers, and whether she will be able to help them in their ongoing fight against the alien threat.
Overall, "A Girl Who Doesn't Smile" is a poignant and action-packed episode that focuses on the relationships between the Gravion pilots and their new ally, Leele. It highlights the show's themes of teamwork, loyalty, and the importance of personal connections in the face of adversity. Fans of mecha anime and sci-fi adventure will find plenty to enjoy in this episode and the rest of the Gravion series.
