Under attack from Gundarguirus and his energy fading, Zone Fighter collapses to the ground, but the monster soon disappears. Suspecting the monster is hiding in the surrounding mountains, Hikaru goes alone with the Mighty Liner to investigate, but soon finds himself assaulted by the Garoga. Though unsuccessful in their attack, the Garoga announce to Hikaru that he only has 15 hours and 45 minutes left.