Brief Summary
This video provides a glimpse into the lives of Eiji, Leon, and their associates a year after a significant event involving the Digital World. It explores their current activities, relationships, and the lingering impact of their past experiences. The narrative weaves together elements of hacking, digital crime, and personal connections, highlighting the blurred lines between the real and digital worlds.
- Eiji and Leon reflect on past events and discuss current digital threats.
- The group dynamic between crackers, hackers, and law enforcement blurs as they share drinks and information.
- The episode culminates in a gathering in the Digital World, hinting at future developments and challenges.
Yakitori Restaurant Reunion
Eiji celebrates his birthday with Leon at a yakitori restaurant frequented by students and young professionals. They reminisce about a past event, the Digital World Wall Slam, where they challenged the depths of the Digital World. Eiji rescued Leon, who had become a DMIA (Digitally Missing In Action), marking a significant achievement for humanity. Despite the celebratory atmosphere, they acknowledge the dangers they face as crackers, noting the increasing number of DMIAs and the difficulty in keeping the Digital World a secret.
Digital World Secrets and Country X
Leon gives Eiji data about an incident in Country X as a birthday present, revealing that the country is involved in Digimon-related crimes. They discuss the need to hold a dictatorial leader accountable for their actions. Eiji expresses his intention to turn a blind eye to future events in Country X as a hacker.
Unexpected Guests and Shifting Dynamics
Satsuki and Yuri join Eiji and Leon at the restaurant. The group dynamic shifts as they discuss the data Eiji and Leon were sharing. Saki tries to take Eiji's Digimon Linker, leading to a discussion about privacy and personal lives. Yuri reveals that Eiji is now the head of the cracker SOC (Security Operations Center), although Eiji denies it, stating that Cracker Tartarus is their leader.
Tartarus Legacy and Operation Tartarus
Eiji clarifies that "Tartarus" is a title inherited by those who lead the SOC and embody its ideals. He mentions that he hasn't seen Kitakata, the current Tartarus, since Operation Tartarus a year ago. Yuri notes the strengthening bond between Eiji and Leon through their digi-bodies, though they don't meet in person often due to their respective positions.
DMIA Recovery and Cracker Status
Leon was the first recorded patient to recover from DMIA, with minimal physical damage. He has since made research achievements in DMIA treatment. Eiji's status as a cracker has also changed, with his name becoming a legend for his role in the Digital World Wall Slam. He is now recognized as the de facto leader of SOC, despite his lack of intention to lead.
Dex Dorugoramon's Defeat and Operation Tartarus Completion
Dex Dorugoramon, an Undead Digimon, is defeated, and its Digi-Core is released. Eiji and Leon's spirits are housed in the Digi-Core. Operation Tartarus Phase 4 is complete. Saka, the leader of the Digi-bodies, acknowledges the success of the operation.
Grimm's Aftermath and Ryusenji's Move
Eiji returns to Grimm after the festival and is unofficially interviewed by Ari. He is grateful to DigiTa for not ruining his life legally. Yuri inquires about Gadesuke and the missing Cracker Tartarus. She also mentions that Kitakata was invited. Hatsune joins them, and they discuss Professor Ryusenji's move of his research base to America.
Ryusenji's Perspective and Continued Research
Even after the incident, Ryusenji hasn't faced legal repercussions but has moved his research base to America. He continues to work with Leon as a contract hacker and compensates Eiji for his services. Ryusenji acknowledges the potential of young people but believes they are not enough to defeat him.
Professor Ryusenji's Absence and Digital World Winds
Hatsune reveals that Professor Ryusenji wanted to attend the drinking party but couldn't due to a cancelled meeting with the US Secretary of Defense. The winds of the Slum Turbulence are blowing, marking a year since the battle over the wall gate. The humans and crackers who cracked the gate have become legends among the Digimon of the slums.
Lugamon's Territory and the Outer 9
Pulsemon relays a message from his partner, while Lugamon, the master of the Outer 9, hosts a party for the Digimon in his territory. An armored prototype Digimon expresses concern about being in a den of crackers. Lugamon offers him a drink, and the Digimon enjoy the festivities.
Lugamon's Memories and Future Plans
Lugamon's memories are returning, and he recalls being captured by DDL. He expresses his support for Eiji and his future endeavors. Pulsemon notes that Digimon can break down alcohol data, but humans cannot, reminding them to unlock their Digimon Linkers if needed.
Dolgoramon's Arrival and SOC's New Leader
Dolgoramon arrives at the empty castle plaza, and drinks are served to the guests. A toast is made to SOC's new leader, Eiji, and the extra Gamon.
