Ep 2. And... I've Lost My Way

As the second episode of Vandread season 1 begins, the crew of the Nirvana believe that they have successfully destroyed the ship of an enemy fleet. As they gather to celebrate, they are suddenly attacked by a group of fighters. During the chaos, the main character Hibiki struggles to figure out how to operate the mech he has been assigned to. Meanwhile, the rest of the crew battles to protect the Nirvana from enemy attacks.

As Hibiki grapples with the unfamiliar machine, he is joined by a young woman named Dita, who is also struggling with her own mech. While the two of them work together to try to figure out how to operate their mechs, they begin to bond. This is particularly surprising considering that Dita is from a group of women who despise men and view them as little more than tools for reproduction.

As the battle rages on, the Nirvana is badly damaged and the crew realizes they will need to find a new source of power if they want to survive. They decide to head to a nearby planet to try to find what they need. However, they soon realize that they are not as alone on the planet as they initially thought, and they must engage in a dangerous search for resources.

Throughout the episode, Hibiki and Dita continue to grow closer, despite their initial animosity towards each other. In one touching moment, Dita asks Hibiki to teach her how to swim, something she has always wanted to learn but has never been able to do because of the views of her fellow female crew members.

As the episode draws to a close, the crew of the Nirvana are faced with a difficult decision. They have come across a ship of survivors who desperately need their help, but helping them will put the Nirvana and its already beleaguered crew in even greater danger.

Overall, And... I've Lost My Way is an action-packed episode that highlights the growing relationship between Hibiki and Dita. It provides an in-depth look at the various characters and their motivations, as well as the larger political and social issues at play in the Vandread universe. With a blend of humor, heart, and high-stakes action, this episode is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.