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coordination) wrote2021-04-11 01:54 pm
coordination) wrote2021-04-11 01:54 pm
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ZAFT Academy Experience
So! The Gundam Cafe in Japan has these events where the voice actors record new lines for a little "skit" based around cooking that go with the specialized dishes and drinks. There was a new one starring Yzak and Athrun (ft Haro) called ZAFT Academy Experience Admission Dinner Show - Aim for Zaft Red - and luckily there are fans out there who summarize and in some, and THIS case, transcribe the whole script. So naturally I had to translate it and its beauty. Here it is under the cut.
Disclaimer: My translations aren't always perfect, but I'm really doing this for myself anyway to get the jist of things. Also while this script seems full, it may be missing a couple of lines.
Athrun: Welcome to the ZAFT military academy. I'm Athrun Zala, a member of the ZAFT Special Task Force, FAITH. I've heard everyone here [audience] is here for a trial enrollment. I've been called here to instruct and supervise you for one day, and to show you what the academy is like. I look forward to working with you.
Haro: Haro, genki! How are you, genki?
Athrun: This is my assistant, Haro. I've borrowed him from Lacus to help with today's proceedings. Today's event is also for recreational purposes, so we've prepared a simple pilot aptitude quiz to make sure you enjoy yourselves. I'm sure it won't be too difficult for your level, so please feel free to participate while enjoying your meal. I hope that you will all achieve excellent results and aim to become ZAFT reds. That is your goal for today.
(Yzak comes running in, out of breath)
Athrun: Yzak? What are you doing here?
Yzak: You bastard! I was informed that you and I will be the two instructors for today's academy trial enrollment!
Athrun: Ah, I didn't hear anything about that... I received a verbal request from the military's public relations department directly from Chairman Durandal — oh Mee — I mean, maybe it was Lacus.
Yzak: You didn't hear? Even so! Why did you go off on your own without waiting for directions? You never have any sense of cooperation!
Athrun: Well, I already knew the layout of the building, and I thought I was the only instructor...
Yzak: When I arrived, I was told that you were already here, so I thought I'd go to the waiting room for a meeting, but you weren't there, and when I tried to call you, your phone was off! So I figured since it was time that I'd have to do it alone, so here I am! It's not like I have time for all this, either.
Athrun: I'm sorry about that. Well, you can go home for the day, then.
Yzak: HUUUUUUUUUH!?
Athrun: It sounds like you're pretty busy. So I'll be fine here on my own.
Yzak: Is that so? You're the one who deserted the army and came back! So how can someone like you possibly teach new recruits what the ZAFT military is all about?
Athrun: Well, this is just a trial run today.
Yzak: THAT'S NOT THE POINT!
Athrun: Yzak ... I think those who are truly capable should mentor the younger students - what was your performance at the academy?
Yzak: I was at the top for marksmanship!
Athrun: Were you? As I recall, I had a fever the day of that test, so...
Yzak: Hmn. There was some idle chatter about how rare it is for a Coordinator to catch a cold.
Athrun: I see. So you were at the top there. I don't remember any of it because of the fever, but congratulations, Yzak. I don't remember it, but that's really great.
(There was a note here about Athrun sounding agitated and Yzak snarly)
Athrun: I'm kidding. Sorry. It's true that I can't do this all by myself, so I need your help, Yzak.
Yzak: If you feel bad, then you can join me for lunch later! And it's on you!
Athrun: You've got to be kidding!
Yzak: Jule Team, this is your commander, Yzak Jule. Today is a chance for you to get to know the academy, but this is a military school. It's important to have fun, but to be disciplined an alert throughout the day, and follow the guidance and instructions of the staff to the letter! In the military, the orders of your superior are absolute. Got it?
Athrun: Yzak is right. There are some dangerous facilities here. Don't get too carried away and get hurt. However, this is the place where we spent much of our youth. So I want you to go home with good memories.
Yzak: Then, you are a special member of the Jule Team for one day only! We're going to crush our rival, Athrun Zala, once and for all! Break every record he's ever set!
Haro: Hello!
Athrun: Haro, whose side are you on?
Haro: Haro, Haro, Ath~run~
Athrun: Phew.
Yzak: Future elites, let's all unite and defeat Athrun!
Athrun: Well, it would be a big deal if someone really could break a record. And if you do, we'll be rooting for you to get the career path of your choosing.
Yzak: You hear that? It's getting harder and harder to lose this fight!
Athrun: Okay everyone, let's start with a toast. Grab a glass. Let's enjoy today together. Cheer—
Yzak: Wait a minute, Athrun! Let's start with the ZAFT greeting. Everyone put down your glasses. Prepare your right hand, and—
Athrun: Hey, we're not all official military yet, so the salute...
Yzak: Shut up! I told you we're all part of the Jule Team today! Right hand at the ready. Salute!
(3 seconds later)
Yzak: Aaaaaa!! Don't you people know how to salute like Miss Lacus!? The angle of your arm is completely off!
Athrun: Jeez...
Yzak: Right hand at the ready again! Salute! (pause) Good! Don't forget that angle. Now, let's move on to the toast.
Athrun: Is everyone ready for a drink? The training will continue after this, but for now, I would like to thank everyone who has gathered here today, and to the academy and its staff for providing this opportunity. Cheers! From here, let's enjoy the meal and go through the program. I made the appetizers this time. Due to the influence of my parents, I never had many friends who I was close to, but my classmates have been my friends who I could also compete with on equal footing. To express my gratitude to them, I prepared a dish in the image of all of us.
Yzak: How embarrassing. You're romanticizing your memories. I don't remember being friends with you in the first place! You're just a rival to be surpassed, and to the honest you're more like a thorn in my side!
Athrun: I've never seen Yzak with many other people.
Yzak: I don't hang out with weak people! Anyway, you said the appetizer was inspired by your classmates? What do you mean, your classmates?
Athrun: Nicol, Dearka and Yzak, right?
Yzak: Mhmm. Of course.
(A few random lines came out during the appetizer meal, but obviously people were eating so didn't get a chance to write them down)
Athrun: This is the event that led me to leave ZAFT. I'm a little pressed for time, so I'll tell you the rest in the second half. (this is in reference to them showing clips from the series)
Yzak: You've been swayed too much by the Strike's pilot.
Athrun: It can't be helped, can it? He doesn't listen to anyone at all.
Yzak: You're one to talk!
Athrun: Ah, Yzak, why are you here? I thought you were supposed to be cooking.
Yzak: Hmph. My cooking is already perfect. I found your story quite interesting, though. Wouldn't you guys (audience) like to hear the rest? Tell the rest of it.
Athrun: We can't do all that without permission. We have to keep the next part of the program on schedule.
Yzak: If you're a soldier, you can be resourceful. You're still the same boring guy. And the way he fought in battle was pretty sloppy, too. Don't you all think so, too?
Athrun: That's none of your business.
Yzak: I understand you've been through a lot. I'll give you that much! I also welcome the fact that you've decided to return to ZAFT. Now I have a chance to take you under my command.
Athrun: A chance? Why should I become one of your subordinates?
Yzak: You're not telling ME what to do anymore! So I'm going to beat you!
Athrun: Didn't you do that once before? For marksmanship. Not that I remember.
Yzak: DAMN IIIIIIT!! I'm not going to lose today! Come at me, Athrun!
Athrun: Then, maybe Yzak can join you all (audience) and see if he's worthy of being part of an elite unit.
Yzak: I'm going to get all of the answers right!!
Athrun: I hope you all do your best to keep up with Yzak.
Yzak: What's wrong with you? Do you think I'm stupid?
Athrun: Doesn't it stand to reason that Yzak, who graduated with honors from the academy and was able to wear the ZAFT red, would get it all right?
Yzak: Obviously. But no no no, would I be an elite if I could answer Miss Lacus' lines?
(This was a test they give you at the cafe, and there's also some AR thing on your phone you can use for it where Yzak/Athrun/etc can grade them - I think the Lacus thing is about one of the questions, since it's established later Athrun came up with this quiz)
Athrun: The ability to remember things, assess someone's character, and facilitate relationships are all essential for military personnel, right?
Yzak: Hmm, you've got it all wrong.
Athrun: I've been practicing my cooking for this day, and I've been thinking up quizzes based on all of my knowledge.
Yzak: Then I don't have a choice. I'll tweak the ideas for the second half of the test. Give me the draft!
(Sounds of smashing/breaking - IE: Yzak took the draft and accidentally smashed it with too much force - so the next couple of lines are a meta joke poking fun at Yzak in the show)
Yzak: It hurts, it hurts, it hurts...!
Athrun: That's a story for you... You seem to be having a good time, too, despite what you said.
Yzak: SHUT UP!
Athrun: It looks like the main dish is ready. Let's go on with the program while you enjoy the main dish.
Yzak: You were given a choice between the food that both Athrun and I prepared for you.
Athrun: I mean, if you were preparing the main, does that mean I didn't have to prepare mine?
Yzak: Idiot! You can choose between beef and fish for an in-flight meal. It's common sense to prepare two kinds of main dishes for such an occasion. And, it's a challenge to see which one will be chosen more, Athrun!
Athrun: Huh? What does it matter who wins or loses there?
Yzak: The theme was "Athrun as seen from my point of view." When I first heard that, I thought, are you kidding me? But when I tried it, I think I did a pretty good job of expressing you.
Athrun: I have a bad feeling about this...
Yzak: The name of this dish is: "The great FAITH, who is always in doubt and can never make it on time to important occasions."
Athrun: That's not the name of the dish on the menu, though?
Yzak: What!? HEY, staff! What the hell is going on here!?
Athrun: I guess you didn't get permission. Looks like the staff came up with an appropriate name for your dish for you.
Yzak: Tch. So what's yours?
Athrun: I also came up with a dish based on my image of Yzak. It's called: "He cares about his friends and subordinates, but he has a personality problem."
Yzak: That's not an image! That's just a scathing assessment!
Athrun: Then yours, too, right?
Yzak: Hn. Look, your dish didn't get that name on the menu, either.
Athrun: Ugh, I'll apologize to the staff later...
(More clip scene showcases and also the other part of the test they give people there)
Yzak: Members of the Jule Team, how were your test results? I got a perfect score, as expected. I've proven to be valiant, decisive, and indomitable.
Athrun: I've learned your belligerent and competitive.
Yzak: You hate to lose as much as I do, Athrun! Anyway, I hope you'll (audience) follow my example and do your best!
(There was an Yzak showcase, and some lines here that didn't get written down - some yelling about "give me more time to speak!" and I think Athrun being like "oh wack" after he agreed with Yzak on something.)
Yzak: Now, tell the rest of your story.
Athrun: Copy that. Thank you all for waiting. Please listen to the rest of my story.
(Another Athrun showcase, and he says a line during it like "There was a person who chased me inside of the GENESIS and saved me at that time. Cagalli Yula Athha,. As you all know, she's currently the representative of Orb.")
Yzak: I see. So you've had quite the turbulent life, haven't you? I'm interested in what else you have to say.
Athrun: Being a soldier is a very hard thing to do. But it's not all miserable experiences, either.
Yzak: And I'm sure you've met a lot of people at the academy. (audience)
Athrun: That's right, Yzak. The best thing to have on a battlefield if a group of people who have gone through hard training together. I'm counting on you, too.
Yzak: An honorable statement. Don't forget that feeling when you're under my command!
Athrun: I'm not becoming your subordinate.
Yzak: Shut up! You don't know what lies ahead!
Athrun: Let's take a picture to commemorate today. Both Yzak and I are no longer in the same positions, but today we remembered many things from our time at the academy and being on the same team. So why don't we take a picture both wearing red?
Yzak: Hah? What the hell is that! I'm the commander of the Jule Team!
Athrun: Now now, don't say that. Don't you all (audience) think that Yzak looks good in red, too?
Yzak: Aa, I ... fine, whatever!
Athrun: Then it's settled. Please wait while we get changed. Thank you all for participating in the academy trial session today. I hope you enjoyed it. It's been a long time since Yzak and I graduated, but it was a good opportunity to look back on those days. Let's say some words before we finish.
Yzak: This is Yzak Jule, of the Jule Team. Everyone, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for joining my team and working for vigorously today. Those of you who have joined us today will soon be able to wear the red uniform. Come to the field as soon as possible, and I'll put you to work on my squad.
Athrun: I was surprised to see how much overall skill has improved since we were there. If people like Shinn keep popping up in the future we might get pushed out of the way.
Yzak: Be careful Athrun. You may be an elite, but you have a weakness. You'll lose your edge if you get carried away with the likes of FAITH and Savior.
Athrun: I won't mess up!
Yzak: I don't know about that. Thank you for your time today. Even in the midst of the daily battle, it's essential for a soldier to have a good meal and a good time with friends. That's why you should invite your friends to the academy experience sessions in the future. I'd like to participate again and think of more difficult questions than Athrun. At that time, I'll organize another one day Jule Team and I hope you'll all join me. Well, you're still the Jule Team until you get home. Have a safe trip home. Dismissed!
Athrun: This is Athrun Zala, Military special task force. Thank you so much for coming today. During the war, I was so busy with my own affairs that it was hard to pay attention to the people around me. But today I was able to experience the thoughts of my fellow soldiers and enjoy a meal together, and I really enjoyed it. When this event is held again, I will be ready to enjoy it no matter how many times I come back, so please come see me again. I'll also do some research of dishes I'm not good at. See you soon!
NOTES AND FEELS:
Thankfully this was pretty straightforward and I don't think I boffed anything too much.
Anyway what do I say about this. This was just them being PA and dragging each other. Athrun about having a fever so Yzak coming in first for marksmanship (which is canon, it was in the Klueze Team Rival drama and all Yzak info has him as first place for marksmanship) and bringing it up like "wow amazing congrats Yzak sadly I don't recall this because I WAS SICK!"
The fucking DISH NAMES KILLED ME. Yzak's was absolute murder because you know the "sama" in FATH-sama (the great FAITH) was sarcastic - which I gotta laugh at because of Dearka's whole "Lord Commander/taichou-dono" thing at Yzak to tease him about his rank. And then just digging with the ALWAYS FUCKING LOST AND CONFUSED ABOUT WHAT TO DO ALSO HE NEVER MAKES IT ON TIME TO IMPORTANT THINGS!! And then Athrun's which is basically called "the tsundere" since. Loves his friends! But also! His cranky ass personality. The way I laughed when I got to the dish names.
Yzak being like IF YOU'RE REALLY SORRY YOU CAN MEET ME FOR LUNCH LATER AND ALSO IT'S ON YOU. I actually just literally had a couple of RP threads where I had Yzak be like "maybe I should make you vacuum since technically this mess is YOUR fault" and now I'm so glad at how on point that is.
Also Yzak telling the audience that they're all part of HIS TEAM for this one day was so ... cute... But then him being like OKAY GUYS, WE GOTTA CRUSH ATHRUN, LET'S BEAT ATHRUN, LET'S DESTROY HIS ASS.
I DON'T HANG OUT WITH WEAK PEOPLE is probably Yzak's greatest line in history. Especially since Athrun was basically just like "yeah I never see Yzak hang out with too many people" implying he's fucking loser (he only has like 2 friends, it's true) and then for Yzak to reply with that... what a loser... I love him so much...
Also lines like "my cooking is already perfect" and then "I got a perfect score, as expected. I've proven to be valiant, decisive, and indomitable." I want to shove his stupid head into a toilet.
Big shoutout to tsundere Yzak at the end, but ALSO that the audience gets to destroy him in that moment because Athrun is like COME ON, DON'T YOU ALL THINK YZAK LOOKS GOOD IN RED TOO? What a cute little asshole baby.
Anyway this was fantastic. I am pleased.
Disclaimer: My translations aren't always perfect, but I'm really doing this for myself anyway to get the jist of things. Also while this script seems full, it may be missing a couple of lines.
Athrun: Welcome to the ZAFT military academy. I'm Athrun Zala, a member of the ZAFT Special Task Force, FAITH. I've heard everyone here [audience] is here for a trial enrollment. I've been called here to instruct and supervise you for one day, and to show you what the academy is like. I look forward to working with you.
Haro: Haro, genki! How are you, genki?
Athrun: This is my assistant, Haro. I've borrowed him from Lacus to help with today's proceedings. Today's event is also for recreational purposes, so we've prepared a simple pilot aptitude quiz to make sure you enjoy yourselves. I'm sure it won't be too difficult for your level, so please feel free to participate while enjoying your meal. I hope that you will all achieve excellent results and aim to become ZAFT reds. That is your goal for today.
(Yzak comes running in, out of breath)
Athrun: Yzak? What are you doing here?
Yzak: You bastard! I was informed that you and I will be the two instructors for today's academy trial enrollment!
Athrun: Ah, I didn't hear anything about that... I received a verbal request from the military's public relations department directly from Chairman Durandal — oh Mee — I mean, maybe it was Lacus.
Yzak: You didn't hear? Even so! Why did you go off on your own without waiting for directions? You never have any sense of cooperation!
Athrun: Well, I already knew the layout of the building, and I thought I was the only instructor...
Yzak: When I arrived, I was told that you were already here, so I thought I'd go to the waiting room for a meeting, but you weren't there, and when I tried to call you, your phone was off! So I figured since it was time that I'd have to do it alone, so here I am! It's not like I have time for all this, either.
Athrun: I'm sorry about that. Well, you can go home for the day, then.
Yzak: HUUUUUUUUUH!?
Athrun: It sounds like you're pretty busy. So I'll be fine here on my own.
Yzak: Is that so? You're the one who deserted the army and came back! So how can someone like you possibly teach new recruits what the ZAFT military is all about?
Athrun: Well, this is just a trial run today.
Yzak: THAT'S NOT THE POINT!
Athrun: Yzak ... I think those who are truly capable should mentor the younger students - what was your performance at the academy?
Yzak: I was at the top for marksmanship!
Athrun: Were you? As I recall, I had a fever the day of that test, so...
Yzak: Hmn. There was some idle chatter about how rare it is for a Coordinator to catch a cold.
Athrun: I see. So you were at the top there. I don't remember any of it because of the fever, but congratulations, Yzak. I don't remember it, but that's really great.
(There was a note here about Athrun sounding agitated and Yzak snarly)
Athrun: I'm kidding. Sorry. It's true that I can't do this all by myself, so I need your help, Yzak.
Yzak: If you feel bad, then you can join me for lunch later! And it's on you!
Athrun: You've got to be kidding!
Yzak: Jule Team, this is your commander, Yzak Jule. Today is a chance for you to get to know the academy, but this is a military school. It's important to have fun, but to be disciplined an alert throughout the day, and follow the guidance and instructions of the staff to the letter! In the military, the orders of your superior are absolute. Got it?
Athrun: Yzak is right. There are some dangerous facilities here. Don't get too carried away and get hurt. However, this is the place where we spent much of our youth. So I want you to go home with good memories.
Yzak: Then, you are a special member of the Jule Team for one day only! We're going to crush our rival, Athrun Zala, once and for all! Break every record he's ever set!
Haro: Hello!
Athrun: Haro, whose side are you on?
Haro: Haro, Haro, Ath~run~
Athrun: Phew.
Yzak: Future elites, let's all unite and defeat Athrun!
Athrun: Well, it would be a big deal if someone really could break a record. And if you do, we'll be rooting for you to get the career path of your choosing.
Yzak: You hear that? It's getting harder and harder to lose this fight!
Athrun: Okay everyone, let's start with a toast. Grab a glass. Let's enjoy today together. Cheer—
Yzak: Wait a minute, Athrun! Let's start with the ZAFT greeting. Everyone put down your glasses. Prepare your right hand, and—
Athrun: Hey, we're not all official military yet, so the salute...
Yzak: Shut up! I told you we're all part of the Jule Team today! Right hand at the ready. Salute!
(3 seconds later)
Yzak: Aaaaaa!! Don't you people know how to salute like Miss Lacus!? The angle of your arm is completely off!
Athrun: Jeez...
Yzak: Right hand at the ready again! Salute! (pause) Good! Don't forget that angle. Now, let's move on to the toast.
Athrun: Is everyone ready for a drink? The training will continue after this, but for now, I would like to thank everyone who has gathered here today, and to the academy and its staff for providing this opportunity. Cheers! From here, let's enjoy the meal and go through the program. I made the appetizers this time. Due to the influence of my parents, I never had many friends who I was close to, but my classmates have been my friends who I could also compete with on equal footing. To express my gratitude to them, I prepared a dish in the image of all of us.
Yzak: How embarrassing. You're romanticizing your memories. I don't remember being friends with you in the first place! You're just a rival to be surpassed, and to the honest you're more like a thorn in my side!
Athrun: I've never seen Yzak with many other people.
Yzak: I don't hang out with weak people! Anyway, you said the appetizer was inspired by your classmates? What do you mean, your classmates?
Athrun: Nicol, Dearka and Yzak, right?
Yzak: Mhmm. Of course.
(A few random lines came out during the appetizer meal, but obviously people were eating so didn't get a chance to write them down)
Athrun: This is the event that led me to leave ZAFT. I'm a little pressed for time, so I'll tell you the rest in the second half. (this is in reference to them showing clips from the series)
Yzak: You've been swayed too much by the Strike's pilot.
Athrun: It can't be helped, can it? He doesn't listen to anyone at all.
Yzak: You're one to talk!
Athrun: Ah, Yzak, why are you here? I thought you were supposed to be cooking.
Yzak: Hmph. My cooking is already perfect. I found your story quite interesting, though. Wouldn't you guys (audience) like to hear the rest? Tell the rest of it.
Athrun: We can't do all that without permission. We have to keep the next part of the program on schedule.
Yzak: If you're a soldier, you can be resourceful. You're still the same boring guy. And the way he fought in battle was pretty sloppy, too. Don't you all think so, too?
Athrun: That's none of your business.
Yzak: I understand you've been through a lot. I'll give you that much! I also welcome the fact that you've decided to return to ZAFT. Now I have a chance to take you under my command.
Athrun: A chance? Why should I become one of your subordinates?
Yzak: You're not telling ME what to do anymore! So I'm going to beat you!
Athrun: Didn't you do that once before? For marksmanship. Not that I remember.
Yzak: DAMN IIIIIIT!! I'm not going to lose today! Come at me, Athrun!
Athrun: Then, maybe Yzak can join you all (audience) and see if he's worthy of being part of an elite unit.
Yzak: I'm going to get all of the answers right!!
Athrun: I hope you all do your best to keep up with Yzak.
Yzak: What's wrong with you? Do you think I'm stupid?
Athrun: Doesn't it stand to reason that Yzak, who graduated with honors from the academy and was able to wear the ZAFT red, would get it all right?
Yzak: Obviously. But no no no, would I be an elite if I could answer Miss Lacus' lines?
(This was a test they give you at the cafe, and there's also some AR thing on your phone you can use for it where Yzak/Athrun/etc can grade them - I think the Lacus thing is about one of the questions, since it's established later Athrun came up with this quiz)
Athrun: The ability to remember things, assess someone's character, and facilitate relationships are all essential for military personnel, right?
Yzak: Hmm, you've got it all wrong.
Athrun: I've been practicing my cooking for this day, and I've been thinking up quizzes based on all of my knowledge.
Yzak: Then I don't have a choice. I'll tweak the ideas for the second half of the test. Give me the draft!
(Sounds of smashing/breaking - IE: Yzak took the draft and accidentally smashed it with too much force - so the next couple of lines are a meta joke poking fun at Yzak in the show)
Yzak: It hurts, it hurts, it hurts...!
Athrun: That's a story for you... You seem to be having a good time, too, despite what you said.
Yzak: SHUT UP!
Athrun: It looks like the main dish is ready. Let's go on with the program while you enjoy the main dish.
Yzak: You were given a choice between the food that both Athrun and I prepared for you.
Athrun: I mean, if you were preparing the main, does that mean I didn't have to prepare mine?
Yzak: Idiot! You can choose between beef and fish for an in-flight meal. It's common sense to prepare two kinds of main dishes for such an occasion. And, it's a challenge to see which one will be chosen more, Athrun!
Athrun: Huh? What does it matter who wins or loses there?
Yzak: The theme was "Athrun as seen from my point of view." When I first heard that, I thought, are you kidding me? But when I tried it, I think I did a pretty good job of expressing you.
Athrun: I have a bad feeling about this...
Yzak: The name of this dish is: "The great FAITH, who is always in doubt and can never make it on time to important occasions."
Athrun: That's not the name of the dish on the menu, though?
Yzak: What!? HEY, staff! What the hell is going on here!?
Athrun: I guess you didn't get permission. Looks like the staff came up with an appropriate name for your dish for you.
Yzak: Tch. So what's yours?
Athrun: I also came up with a dish based on my image of Yzak. It's called: "He cares about his friends and subordinates, but he has a personality problem."
Yzak: That's not an image! That's just a scathing assessment!
Athrun: Then yours, too, right?
Yzak: Hn. Look, your dish didn't get that name on the menu, either.
Athrun: Ugh, I'll apologize to the staff later...
(More clip scene showcases and also the other part of the test they give people there)
Yzak: Members of the Jule Team, how were your test results? I got a perfect score, as expected. I've proven to be valiant, decisive, and indomitable.
Athrun: I've learned your belligerent and competitive.
Yzak: You hate to lose as much as I do, Athrun! Anyway, I hope you'll (audience) follow my example and do your best!
(There was an Yzak showcase, and some lines here that didn't get written down - some yelling about "give me more time to speak!" and I think Athrun being like "oh wack" after he agreed with Yzak on something.)
Yzak: Now, tell the rest of your story.
Athrun: Copy that. Thank you all for waiting. Please listen to the rest of my story.
(Another Athrun showcase, and he says a line during it like "There was a person who chased me inside of the GENESIS and saved me at that time. Cagalli Yula Athha,. As you all know, she's currently the representative of Orb.")
Yzak: I see. So you've had quite the turbulent life, haven't you? I'm interested in what else you have to say.
Athrun: Being a soldier is a very hard thing to do. But it's not all miserable experiences, either.
Yzak: And I'm sure you've met a lot of people at the academy. (audience)
Athrun: That's right, Yzak. The best thing to have on a battlefield if a group of people who have gone through hard training together. I'm counting on you, too.
Yzak: An honorable statement. Don't forget that feeling when you're under my command!
Athrun: I'm not becoming your subordinate.
Yzak: Shut up! You don't know what lies ahead!
Athrun: Let's take a picture to commemorate today. Both Yzak and I are no longer in the same positions, but today we remembered many things from our time at the academy and being on the same team. So why don't we take a picture both wearing red?
Yzak: Hah? What the hell is that! I'm the commander of the Jule Team!
Athrun: Now now, don't say that. Don't you all (audience) think that Yzak looks good in red, too?
Yzak: Aa, I ... fine, whatever!
Athrun: Then it's settled. Please wait while we get changed. Thank you all for participating in the academy trial session today. I hope you enjoyed it. It's been a long time since Yzak and I graduated, but it was a good opportunity to look back on those days. Let's say some words before we finish.
Yzak: This is Yzak Jule, of the Jule Team. Everyone, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for joining my team and working for vigorously today. Those of you who have joined us today will soon be able to wear the red uniform. Come to the field as soon as possible, and I'll put you to work on my squad.
Athrun: I was surprised to see how much overall skill has improved since we were there. If people like Shinn keep popping up in the future we might get pushed out of the way.
Yzak: Be careful Athrun. You may be an elite, but you have a weakness. You'll lose your edge if you get carried away with the likes of FAITH and Savior.
Athrun: I won't mess up!
Yzak: I don't know about that. Thank you for your time today. Even in the midst of the daily battle, it's essential for a soldier to have a good meal and a good time with friends. That's why you should invite your friends to the academy experience sessions in the future. I'd like to participate again and think of more difficult questions than Athrun. At that time, I'll organize another one day Jule Team and I hope you'll all join me. Well, you're still the Jule Team until you get home. Have a safe trip home. Dismissed!
Athrun: This is Athrun Zala, Military special task force. Thank you so much for coming today. During the war, I was so busy with my own affairs that it was hard to pay attention to the people around me. But today I was able to experience the thoughts of my fellow soldiers and enjoy a meal together, and I really enjoyed it. When this event is held again, I will be ready to enjoy it no matter how many times I come back, so please come see me again. I'll also do some research of dishes I'm not good at. See you soon!
NOTES AND FEELS:
Thankfully this was pretty straightforward and I don't think I boffed anything too much.
Anyway what do I say about this. This was just them being PA and dragging each other. Athrun about having a fever so Yzak coming in first for marksmanship (which is canon, it was in the Klueze Team Rival drama and all Yzak info has him as first place for marksmanship) and bringing it up like "wow amazing congrats Yzak sadly I don't recall this because I WAS SICK!"
The fucking DISH NAMES KILLED ME. Yzak's was absolute murder because you know the "sama" in FATH-sama (the great FAITH) was sarcastic - which I gotta laugh at because of Dearka's whole "Lord Commander/taichou-dono" thing at Yzak to tease him about his rank. And then just digging with the ALWAYS FUCKING LOST AND CONFUSED ABOUT WHAT TO DO ALSO HE NEVER MAKES IT ON TIME TO IMPORTANT THINGS!! And then Athrun's which is basically called "the tsundere" since. Loves his friends! But also! His cranky ass personality. The way I laughed when I got to the dish names.
Yzak being like IF YOU'RE REALLY SORRY YOU CAN MEET ME FOR LUNCH LATER AND ALSO IT'S ON YOU. I actually just literally had a couple of RP threads where I had Yzak be like "maybe I should make you vacuum since technically this mess is YOUR fault" and now I'm so glad at how on point that is.
Also Yzak telling the audience that they're all part of HIS TEAM for this one day was so ... cute... But then him being like OKAY GUYS, WE GOTTA CRUSH ATHRUN, LET'S BEAT ATHRUN, LET'S DESTROY HIS ASS.
I DON'T HANG OUT WITH WEAK PEOPLE is probably Yzak's greatest line in history. Especially since Athrun was basically just like "yeah I never see Yzak hang out with too many people" implying he's fucking loser (he only has like 2 friends, it's true) and then for Yzak to reply with that... what a loser... I love him so much...
Also lines like "my cooking is already perfect" and then "I got a perfect score, as expected. I've proven to be valiant, decisive, and indomitable." I want to shove his stupid head into a toilet.
Big shoutout to tsundere Yzak at the end, but ALSO that the audience gets to destroy him in that moment because Athrun is like COME ON, DON'T YOU ALL THINK YZAK LOOKS GOOD IN RED TOO? What a cute little asshole baby.
Anyway this was fantastic. I am pleased.