Ep 19. On a Calm Day

On a Calm Day is the 19th episode of Mobile Suit Gundam SEED HD Remaster season 1. The episode starts off with Kira Yamato and Athrun Zala on Earth, enjoying a peaceful afternoon together. As they talk, they reflect on their friendship and how it has been strained by their recent roles as Gundam pilots on opposing sides of the war.

Meanwhile, on the Archangel, Captain Murrue Ramius is informed of an impending attack on the ship by the ZAFT forces. As the crew prepares for battle, Kira and Athrun hear the news and rush to join the fight.

The battle is intense and takes place in space, with both sides launching mobile suits and firing weapons at each other. During the fight, Kira and Athrun come face to face and engage in a one-on-one battle that forces them to confront their conflicting loyalties and emotions.

Back on Earth, Lacus Clyne is approached by Yzak Joule, a ZAFT pilot who has been injured in battle. She tends to his wounds and they have a conversation about the futility of war and how it affects everyone involved.

As the battle continues, the Archangel sustains heavy damage and looks as though it may not make it out alive. However, with Kira and Athrun's help, the ship manages to survive and escape.

The episode ends with Kira and Athrun once again reflecting on their friendship and the choices that have led them to this point. They both express a desire for peace but know that achieving it will not be easy.

Overall, On a Calm Day is a thought-provoking episode that delves into the emotional and moral complexities of war. It highlights the toll that conflict takes on both individuals and society as a whole, and offers a glimpse of hope for a better future.