Once upon a time, in the mythical city of Mercury 12, there lived a powerful witch. She was known far and wide for her extraordinary abilities and mysterious ways. People would travel from distant lands to seek her guidance and help with their troubles. The witch, whose name was Morgana, possessed a deep knowledge of magic and the supernatural. She could brew potions that could heal the sick and create spells that could bring rain to drought-stricken lands. But her powers were not always used for good.
While some moments weren’t as satisfying as others, the music, animation and overall plotting of this episode were top notch, and it’s a shame the show hasn’t been this way since post-Prologue.
Unlike the prologue which had a whole lot of murder without the strongest setup to back it up, there s a sense of justice here that has been teased the entire show. At the end of the episode, as Suletta attempts to comfort Miorine after killing a terrorist, she reaches a hand out to her, framed in almost exactly the same way.
But her powers were not always used for good. Some believed that Morgana had a dark side and dabbled in black magic. Despite the rumors, Morgana was revered by the people of Mercury 12.
Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury - Episode Twelve: Keep Marching On Instead of Running Off
Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury - Episode Twelve: Keep Marching On Instead of Running Off (逃げ出すよりも進むことを, Nigedasu Yori mo Susumu Koto wo) is the twelfth episode of Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury.
SynopsisRealizing that Suletta cannot hear her introduction, Sophie opens fire on the area surrounding the hallway she's in to spur her towards Aerial; in the hangar, Prospera continues to prepare Aerial despite Belmeria's pleas to evacuate.
Onboard their ship, Earth House panic as the alarms sound while Dawn of Fold begin destroying ships to prevent escape. On their own ships, Vim orders a mobilization of Dilanzas, declaring he'll sortie in one himself, while Rajan rallies his men to rescue Delling. Miorine crosses paths with her father while Dawn of Fold begins to fight Plant Quetta's defensive forces. Intercepting four Beguir-Pente's, Sophie is able to destroy them all despite their use of the Anti-GUND-Format Antidote, revealing it cannot disable the system at a Permet Score higher than three.
Recovering from Sophie's attack, Suletta crawls into a vent to reach the hangar where Prospera and Aerial are, meanwhile Miorine discovers that her father saved her from a piece of errant shrapnel during the attack, critically wounding him. As a disoriented Delling begins to mutter about her mother, Miorine panics to try and dress his wound. Infiltrating the facility, Dawn of Fold deploy foot soldiers to track down and kill Delling.
As ships continue to be destroyed, Earth House decides to evacuate before the same can happen to theirs. Left alone on the bridge when Norea finds their ship, Nika hurriedly flashes a Morse code signal after realizing who they are due to their use of physical ammunition. While Norea leaves them alive, Martin had returned, discovering Nika had somehow warded off their attacker.
Launching in a Dilanza Sol, Vim begins to attack the ship Dawn of Fold commandeered to make their attack, a stray shot causing the door to the room the original crew were imprisoned in to open. While most of the crew remain inside rather than risk fighting the terrorists, Guel escapes after hearing guards talking about Aerial and Suletta being in Plant Quetta. Stealing one of the Desultors, he tries to reach the Plant, only to be attacked by his father. Despite fears over a real fight to the death, Guel ultimately strikes back in self-defense, impaling the Dilanza Sol's cockpit. It is only then that he is able to open communications with it, a dying Vim dazedly telling him he'd been searching for him before the Dilanza Sol explodes.
Arriving at the hangar, Suletta finds several Dawn of Fold troops preparing to seize Aerial. They almost discover her, only to be shot dead by Prospera. At first horrified by the killing, Suletta is encouraged by her mother who recites her motto, and resolves to fight to save them and Miorine. Launching in the refitted Aerial, Suletta is able to easily overpower Sophie's Lfrith Ur, keeping her and Norea at bay until reinforcements from Dominicus arrive, forcing Dawn of Fold to flee. Despite the failure of the operation, Shaddiq doesn't seem particularly upset or surprised, while Elan #5 receives a message from the Peil CEOs informing him they may have him investigate the Earthian Gundams, which he thinks they'd be better off not becoming involved with. Using GUND to scan for Miorine, Suletta finds her and declares she's on her way.
In an empty chamber of the plant, Miorine pushes her injured father along on a stretcher when a terrorist, intending to terminate him, corners her. Suddenly, Aerial and Suletta break into the area, and when the terrorist tries to shoot Miorine and her father, promptly slams the Gundam's palm down on the attacker, squashing him into a red paste. Suletta emerges from Aerial, cheerily giggling over her clumsiness as she falls out of the cockpit, seemingly oblivious to landing in the puddle of blood she'd created. Saying she came to rescue her bride, she extends a hand caked in her victim's blood. Miorine only stares in horror at the violent scene she had just witnessed, calling her groom a murderer.
They believed that her intentions were pure and that she had the ability to bring about positive change in their lives. They would gather at her doorstep, hoping for a chance to speak with her and seek her wisdom. Morgana's appearance added to her enigmatic aura. She had long, flowing silver hair and piercing green eyes that seemed to hold secrets untold. Her wardrobe consisted of rich, dark-colored robes that billowed behind her as she walked. People would often remark on her striking appearance, saying that she looked like she belonged in another world. In addition to her magical abilities, Morgana was known for her work as a seer. She could see glimpses of the future and would often provide people with insights and predictions about their lives. This made her even more sought after, as people hoped to gain a glimpse into what awaited them. However, Morgana was careful with her visions. She understood the fragile nature of fate and that altering the course of events could have unforeseen consequences. She would never reveal too much, but rather guide people towards making their own choices and decisions. As time went on, the legend of the witch from Mercury 12 grew. She became a mythological figure, with tales of her powers and wisdom spreading across distant lands. People began to revere her as a deity, building shrines and temples in her honor. But despite the adulation, Morgana remained humble and dedicated to her work. She saw herself as a servant of the people, using her powers to bring about positive change in their lives. She believed in the power of magic and its ability to heal and transform. The witch from Mercury 12, Morgana, continues to be a source of inspiration and fascination. Her story teaches us the importance of using our talents for the greater good and the power of believing in something greater than ourselves. She reminds us that even in a world of mystery and magic, it is our actions and intentions that define us..
Reviews for "The Witch from Mercury 12: An Agent of Transformation"
- John - 1 star - I found "Witch from mercury 12" to be incredibly boring and poorly written. The plot was confusing and lacked any depth, and the characters were one-dimensional and unlikable. I struggled to finish the book and was ultimately disappointed with the lack of development and resolution. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for an engaging and well-crafted story.
- Sarah - 2 stars - "Witch from mercury 12" had an interesting concept, but the execution fell flat for me. The writing style was disjointed and hard to follow, making it difficult to immerse myself in the story. Additionally, the pacing was off, with long periods of nothing happening followed by rushed and underdeveloped action sequences. I also had trouble connecting with the protagonist, as her motivations and actions felt unrealistic and forced. Unfortunately, this book didn't live up to its potential for me.
- Robert - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Witch from mercury 12," but it ultimately let me down. The world-building was scarce and lacked detail, leaving me confused and disconnected from the story. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it hard to believe in the characters and their interactions. Furthermore, the plot had too many unnecessary twists and turns, leading to a convoluted and unsatisfying conclusion. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this book to fans of the genre, as there are much better options out there.