Ch. 1Prologue: A UC Visitor in the Cosmic Era
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Gwameir battleship, with Luther and his crew, travels from the Universal Century (UC) era to the Cosmic Era (CE) era, landing at the Second Sector's L2 point.
- They discover that Side 3, their home, has vanished, and they're in CE 71, not UC 0093.
- Luther decides to head to L4, the Fourth Sector, to settle their families temporarily at the abandoned Mendel research colony.
- Luther plans to rush to L3 (Luna II, Side 7, Artemis, and Heliopolis) to make timely appearances, as he's changed the world line.
Character Developments
- A-Qiu, Monica, and Tessa show their professionalism and quick thinking upon arrival in the CE era.
- Luther demonstrates his leadership and strategic thinking in deciding their next move.
- Haman, a young girl who joined the crew, expresses her affection and ease being with Luther.
- Kurisu and Mika's banter lightens the atmosphere on the bridge.
Significant Themes
- Change and Continuity: The calendar, location, and even Luther's name have changed, yet the date and time remain the same, highlighting the paradoxical nature of change and continuity.
- Adaptation: The crew must adapt to their new circumstances, including the disappearance of their home and the need to find a new place to settle.
- Leadership and Decision-Making: Luther's ability to make quick, logical decisions under pressure is crucial in guiding the crew through this crisis.
Character Interactions
- Luther and Tessa work well together, with Tessa providing updates and Luther making decisions.
- Kurisu and Mika's banter helps ease the tension on the bridge.
- Haman's affection for Luther resonates with others, highlighting the importance of family and community in this new world.
- Luther and Tessa's softening expressions when discussing Haman show their care and affection for her.