Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans Season 1 Episode 21 To the Place of Return

After the intense battle against Gjallarhorn and their allies, Tekkadan and their sister organization, Turbines, are on their way back to Earth. However, the journey won't be an easy one as they have to cross the Arbrau border, where the lawless area called the Dort colony is situated.

On the ship, Orga, the leader of Tekkadan, is deep in thought, aware of the immense pressure he is facing. The entire organization is looking up to him to make the right call, one that will lead them to victory. Meanwhile, Mikazuki, Orga's closest ally, seems to be more relaxed, unworried about the danger that might lie ahead of them.

As they cross the border, their ship is met with hostility from the Dort colony's forces. The space pirates attack, trying to take control of the IBO Mobile Suits on board. The captain of the ship orders everyone to get ready for battle, and the members of Tekkadan and Turbines jump into their Mobile Suits to defend the ship.

The Mobile Suit battle is intense, with the enemies getting the upper hand at first. Nevertheless, Tekkadan and Turbines' pilots prove their worth, skillfully eliminating all attackers. They finally manage to secure their way through the Dort colony.

Still, their journey is far from over. The next challenge is to go through the Earth's Military orbital defense line. They need to be careful as a wrong move might cause them to be branded as terrorists and hunted down. Besides, they don't want to make any unnecessary enemies as they need to focus on their main objective – to deliver Kudelia, their employer and a political figure, safely to Earth.

The Earth's Military spots Tekkadan's ship but allows them to continue their way after recognizing their identity and their reason for visiting Earth. The episode highlights the tension around the military's reaction to seeing Tekkadan and the importance of the group delivering Kudelia safely to Earth.

As they get closer to Earth, the crew experiences a rare moment of rest while Mikazuki and Orga have a chat about their previous battles, how far they've come, and what the future holds. It is clear from their conversation that the two friends have a deep bond.

The episode ends with the arrival on Earth of Tekkadan, Turbines, and Kudelia, along with a big celebration in their honor. It's clear from the festivities that Kudelia's arrival is an essential victory for those who seek equality and independence in the galaxy. The first season closes with a sense of relief and accomplishment, but also with a sense of the challenging conflicts that lie ahead.