The Abh fleet command tries to determine the true nature of the enemy's new weapon. Unfortunately, it has taken a heavy toll on their forces and victory is no longer assured.
Admiral Spoor, meanwhile, is en route to join the main fleet at Aptic for the battle. The Basroil enters its first true battle, and the crew is not entirely prepared for what they see.
新兵器による執拗な攻撃の前に、アプティック防衛艦隊は苦戦を強いられる。僚艦キドロイルの支援に向かうバースロイルだが、キドロイルは機雷の直撃を受けて爆散してしまう。
