Ep 22. Protect the Visitor?

In episode 22 of Martian Successor Nadesico, titled "Protect the Visitor," the crew of the Nadesico find themselves tasked with guarding a VIP - a popular pop star named Yurikano. Yurikano is a Selinstan, a race of telepathic aliens who are at war with the United Earth Forces. The Selinstans have requested the protection of Yurikano while she is on a peacekeeping mission to Earth.

The crew of the Nadesico is initially less than thrilled to be tasked with the job of guarding a pop star, but they quickly see the gravity of the situation when they are attacked by United Earth Forces ships. The Nadesico manages to defeat the ships, but not without taking damage and losing two crew members.

During the attack, Yurikano is revealed to have a special ability - she is able to control and manipulate other people's emotions. This proves to be both a blessing and a curse, as Yurikano is able to calm the crew and help them through their fear and grief, but she is also targeted by the United Earth Forces for her abilities.

As the Nadesico makes their way to Earth, Yurikano's abilities prove to be invaluable in diffusing tense situations and preventing further conflicts. However, the crew soon discovers that Yurikano's mission to Earth is not just one of peacekeeping, but also of revenge. Yurikano's father was killed by the United Earth Forces, and she intends to take revenge for his death.

The crew of the Nadesico is torn between their duty to protect Yurikano and their allegiance to the United Earth Forces. Akito, the main protagonist, struggles with his own feelings of guilt and betrayal, as he is in love with Yurikano but also a member of the United Earth Forces.

Through a series of harrowing battles and emotional confrontations, the Nadesico crew must navigate their way through complicated political and personal relationships to protect Yurikano and secure peace between the Selinstans and the United Earth Forces.

"Protect the Visitor" is a tense and emotional episode that showcases the complex relationships between the characters in Martian Successor Nadesico. It raises important questions about loyalty, duty, and the gray areas of war and peace. With engaging action scenes, compelling character development, and a thought-provoking plot, this episode is a standout in the series.