RahXephon Season 1 Episode 3 Welcome to our town

In RahXephon season 1 episode 3, titled "Welcome to our town," Ayato and Haruka arrive at their new home, Tōkyō Jupiter, a seemingly idyllic utopia hidden from the rest of the world. Ayato meets some of the locals, including a boy named Makoto who he befriends, and discovers that there is something strange going on in the town. The citizens are all friendly but also robotic in their behavior, always following the same routines.

As Ayato explores the town, he starts to experience the same strange sensations he felt before when encountering the RahXephon. He sees visions of a girl who looks like Haruka and another boy who looks like him. Ayato's questioning about the town's true purpose is discouraged by Haruka, but he follows Makoto's advice and visits the town's library. There, he discovers a book entitled "TOKYO-KYŪJŌ NOBAFUKIFURU SHIMEN," which contains cryptic references to some ancient legends, suggesting that Tōkyō Jupiter is much older than it seems.

While Ayato is at the library, Makoto disappears, and Ayato witnesses a strange vortex that appears above the town. The vortex is revealed to be a "Dolem," a giant, biomechanical humanoid entity that appears to be attacking Tōkyō Jupiter. Ayato's questioning of Haruka is interrupted by the sudden appearance of the RahXephon, which Ayato is able to activate, the only one who can. The episode ends with Ayato battling the Dolem while the citizens of Tōkyō Jupiter watch on in amazement.

"Welcome to our town" sets the stage for the rest of RahXephon season 1, as Ayato begins to uncover the secrets of Tōkyō Jupiter and his own identity. The episode is an intriguing mix of mystery, science fiction, and action, with the beautiful animation for which the series is known. The introduction of Makoto as a supporting character is a welcome addition, bringing a sense of innocence and wonder to the show. Overall, "Welcome to our town" is an exciting episode that leaves the viewer eager to see what comes next.