Ep 5. The Broken Order to Standby
- TVMA
- November 25, 1996
- 1500 min
The 08th MS Team season 1 episode 5 is titled "The Broken Order to Standby" and follows the members of the 08th MS Team as they try to complete their mission in the midst of unexpected challenges.
The episode begins with a meeting between the 08th MS Team and a group of Zeon soldiers who have defected to the Federation. The defectors reveal that there is a secret base nearby where Zeon forces are producing a new mobile suit. The 08th MS Team is tasked with destroying the base before the mobile suit can be deployed.
However, things quickly go awry when the team's carrier is attacked by a group of Zakus, forcing the team to abandon their vehicles and continue on foot. As they make their way through the jungle, they encounter a group of Zeon soldiers who have been left behind and are now stranded in the area. The soldiers are initially hostile, but Shiro manages to convince them that they are all in the same boat and should work together to survive.
Meanwhile, Aina continues to struggle with her role in the conflict between the Earth Federation and Zeon. She confides in her brother, Ginias, who reassures her and encourages her to stay true to her beliefs.
As the team approaches the base, they are ambushed by a group of Zakus. In the ensuing battle, one of the team's pilots is injured and the remaining members are forced to retreat. They regroup and come up with a new plan, which involves using a nearby river to reach the base undetected.
The team successfully infiltrates the base and destroys the mobile suit production facility. However, their victory is short-lived as they are soon surrounded by a group of Zeon soldiers led by Aina's personal guard. A tense standoff ensues, with both sides unsure of what to do next.
"The Broken Order to Standby" is a thrilling episode that explores the complexities of war and the relationships between those who fight on opposite sides. The characters are faced with difficult choices and unexpected challenges, but ultimately they must work together to achieve their goals. The action-packed battle scenes and moments of introspection make this episode a standout in the series.
