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Stare...

What? What're you doing?

After I stare at this stain on the ceiling for a while... Wouldn't you know it?

It starts to look like your face.

Once you see it, you can't unsee it.

How does it look anything like my face?

The human eye often creates such illusions.

As it's understood in Gestalt psychology,

the brain fills in the missing pieces on its own.

Those look terrible on you!

What the heck?

Hide your eyes behind sunglasses, and... Oh, my! You're an instant hottie!

That's true. Some people look good in masks, too.

Exactly.

You imagine the part you can't see, and conclude that the person is attractive.

There's even an idiom for it:

Seen from afar at night,

a woman looks beautiful when you only get a glimpse under her umbrella.

If you can't see her well, you just assume she's pretty.

That's just how fallible human perception is.

Wait, huh?

Ruru, where'd you go?

You're right. When I look from a distance, you are kinda cute!

Yeah! From way over here, you look gorgeous, too!

How could you? You're awful!

Stop it!

That's rude! I'll never forgive you!

Ow, ow... You're hurting me! Ruru!

I can't tell what's real anymore

My timeline's been ravaged by falsities

My timeline's been ravaged by falsities

What is reality?

Joy and despair are just mirages flashing past

Overflowing information, shaken non-fiction

Red serenity, blue passion, an undecided judge

Mastered by a phantom king

As an impassioned queen looks on

It's a crazy highway of delusions

So seek your way

Inside, no side

It's easy to drown in illusions

The sweetness is a siren's call

Outside, no side

If that's not enough

Strip away your bonds

Jump in naked

Let loose your emotions

See the world for what it is

Yes, jump in naked

What's wrong with looking for my true self?

Making your world

Scream without a care

Changing your world

We have no limits

Making your world

When we find our answers

Changing your world

A new world will open

Yay, summer camp!

I can't wait!

Where are we going?

Jeez, Shosuke, keep quiet.

Bonus Episode

The Polka Dot Miracle

Come on, let a guy be a little giddy!

My, what adorable polka dots.

Yes, they're in fashion this summer.

Everyone in the elementary school's wearing them, too.

Oh? Polka dots are "in" this year, huh?

Isn't this exciting, Mai?

Yeah, it is.

What could be better than a lodge by the beach?

We've been so busy hunting Phantoms all this time.

I want to have some fun this summer!

Koito, don't you think you've had enough snacks?

Want some?

Oh, I wasn't watching because I wanted some or anythi—

Thanks.

I'm so depressed.

Sheesh, you look awful.

I hate summer.

It's hot enough as it is. Why do we need to be outside?

I just want to stay inside and read.

Dude, don't be such a downer.

And you call yourself a high school guy?

He's right, Haruhiko.

Think about it. Summer. Beach. Sunshine. What's next?

Shellfish-hunting.

No!

Hey, what's your swimsuit like?

I brought...

Swimsuits?!

You finally get it, you fool?

This is our summer, Haruhiko.

This year, I bought one that doesn't have as much fabric.

That's quite Earth-friendly.

What kind of swimsuit do you have, Mai?

I couldn't really find one in my size.

I mean, it's just a normal bikini, but...

Bi—

I brought a really daring one, too, you know!

I see. Good for you.

Ugh, you're so mean.

What's wrong with you?

How could you be so rude to a lady?!

Now, now.

Oh, man... The beach...

...is awesome!

My!

This place looks really classy.

Thanks for having us!

Huh, it's so quiet.

You're right.

There's no one here.

Yeah...

I get that it's big, but...

It's so desolate.

It feels like there might be ghosts or something.

I'm kind of scared.

Oh, thank you very much for coming.

I'm sorry I was unable to greet you.

That's fine.

We're short-staffed here.

All right, I would like to say a few things about this summer camp.

There's a reason we chose this inn.

Please.

All right.

Every summer, the beach is flooded with visitors.

It's the busiest time of year for this inn.

But early this summer...

A Phantom showed up?

Yes. Ever since the Phantom appeared, strange phenomena have been occurring.

Rumors spread quickly,

and visitors have stopped coming.

That explains why it's so quiet.

So, what are the strange phenomena?

W-Well...

I would rather not speak of it.

I have no choice but to beg your assistance.

Please, help us.

Things took a serious turn, huh?

It's so terrible, she doesn't even want to say it...

I knew there was something about that manager.

Why are you in the boys' room, anyway, Ruru?

Oh, you!

You're actually happy that there's a girl in here, aren't you, Shosuke?

Come on, come on!

I'm not interested in little kids.

Jeez, how can you say that?

That's why girls don't like you.

Did you say something?

I won't apologize!

I totally thought this would be a vacation.

But now we're Phantom-hunting?

So much for our summer break, huh?

But...

If you defeat the Phantom, your meals and stay will be free of charge.

All the fresh fish you can eat!

All you can eat!

All the handmade sweets you can eat, too.

Handmade sweets!

There are bears waiting in the hot spring!

Bears!

There's a hot spring?

Amazing.

Let's all go together later.

A hot spring!

All you can eat!

Sweets.

Bears!

Let's just take care of the Phantom, and then enjoy the summer.

It's all free!

Let's bring peace back to the summer beach.

We won't let any Phantom stand in the way of our summer!

Well said!

Yo, Haruhiko, let's check out the beach on our way to the shop!

This beach is the image of peace.

I can't even imagine a Phantom here.

Come out, come out, Phantom!

Hey, don't do that.

Haruhiko...

Are you two going shopping?

Yeah. We'll be looking for the Phantom on our way.

Phantom! Phantom!

But it's as peaceful as can be.

You're right.

Maybe it ran away when it saw us here.

It could have gone somewhere else,

since no one comes here anymore.

Maybe it was lonely.

Mai?

All right, Haruhiko!

It looks like the Phantom's gone, so let's have fun!

That's right.

It's getting dark, so let's start enjoying the summer tomorrow.

Okay.

For today, why don't we play a game?

Let's play table tennis.

I just want to chill in my roo—

Let's meet up after we hit the hot spring!

Sounds good.

I can't eat any more...

Haruhiko?

Mai?

What's up?

I couldn't sleep.

Me, neither. Shosuke's snoring is atrocious.

I always sleep alone, so I can't relax.

Same here.

I've lived alone for so long, it's become normal for me.

I've never really felt lonely.

In fact, I thought being by myself was easier.

We've experienced a lot of fun things

and some painful things, too.

But, I don't know... I guess I don't mind having friends, either.

That's what I figured.

Maybe it was lonely.

Mai...

What're ya doing?

Are you going to kiss?

S-Say what? Did it seem like we were about to?

I know, right?! That's right!

Well, that's no fun.

Mai?

Huh?

Why are you out here?

Guys...

I woke up, and your futon was empty.

Sorry. The night sky's so pretty, I just...

Yes, it truly is.

Is that the Milky Way? The moon's pretty, too!

I thought this might happen, so...

Oh! Dango!

Moon-gazing dango!

Where did you even find those?

May I have some?

I want some, too!

Thank you.

They're delicious!

Come on, Haruhiko. There won't be any left for you.

Fine, fine.

This sure sets the mood.

Okay, let's swim.

I feel a bit shy in this.

The beach!

Will your headphones be okay?

They're waterproof.

Wow, it's so big.

The sea is so pretty.

It's beautiful.

Summer.

Our... Our summer is here!

You're kidding me! A Phantom?

It's huge!

Wait, what is this?

Crap.

Guys, are you all right?

Sorry.

W-Wait... What is this?

What's going on?

Damn it, Haruhiko,

I'll beat the crap out of you if you look this way!

I'm not looking!

Are you all right?

There was a sudden fog.

So, this is what you were talking about.

Yes.

Now I see what you meant.

There's an umibozu Phantom appearing at the beach,

confusing people by causing bizarre illusions.

It seems to enjoy playing tricks.

It makes everything into polka dots.

How could such an awful thing happen?

But why would you wear a bikini when you know it will become polka dots?

Well, it's summer, after all.

Right...

I'm not actually naked, but...

It's still really unsettling.

I've never experienced anything like this.

Sweet! Everyone looks naked!

This is cool!

You do, too.

Jeez, how are we supposed to fight like this?

Haruhiko, think of something!

All right, all right.

There's a theory that umibozu are caused by a mirage effect.

We can hypothesize that the polka dot phenomenon is also created

by heated air, causing light rays to refract.

Worse, what makes this phenomenon so devastating

is that the brain fills in the covered parts, making people look naked.

Stop looking at me, please.

Pervert.

You guys also look naked, you know. Don't come near us!

How are we supposed to avoid looking when there's nothing here to block the view?!

Damn it, that creepy Phantom!

Reina.

Right. I'll suck it in.

She's totally naked from behind.

I told you not to look!

It's gone.

Where is it?

Behind us!

I'll burn it.

I hate that thing.

Damn, it's messing with us!

I'll pummel it!

I have to take the Phantom down before I go crazy.

Invoke, Marchosias!

Cthulhu!

Wait, I thought Marchosias hated water.

Will he be okay?

That won't be a problem.

Since the hot spring monkey incident, he's been training to get used to water.

Sic 'em, Marchosias!

Go!

Good job, Marchosias!

That doesn't help!

Marchosias!

Go, Cthulhu!

That's it, Cthulhu!

Is it just me, or is it wearing off?

Mai!

I can fight now.

Here it comes!

It's even worse than before.

This again?

Huh?

Male octopuses have seven arms. The last is a reproductive organ.

It's hiding that one arm, which means the next attack...

Yo, this is a bit embarrassing, eh?

You?!

Haruhiko, are you there?

Jeez, the fog again...

What is it this time?

Sweet!

Wh-What is this?

It's that thing that even covers the packaging!

Naked headphones... So specific!

This is embarrassing.

It's even worse than last time.

This is awful.

We can't defeat it.

That Phantom's power is way too much for us.

We never stood a chance.

What did you expect?

Indeed...

From now on, we'll have to live in this glorious world of white censor bars.

Wait a minute.

Let's not fight it anymore.

Let's fall as far as we can.

With our friends.

I guess I don't mind having friends, either.

Right. It's thanks to our friends that we've been able

to overcome so many obstacles!

Isn't that right, Mai?

Damn it, Haruhiko, what are you staring at?

He has a little grin.

Gross.

You fool!

What? What?

"Glorious world of white censor bars," my ass.

"Live in this world," my ass.

To hell with that!

Aren't we friends in a single cause?

Yes, they're our—

Don't you want to see their swimsuits?!

Are you really going to give up so fast?

On girls in swimsuits?!

This is our summer, isn't it?

But this is so much hotter than swimsuits—

Fools!

Being able to see it isn't good enough!

It's hot because you can almost see it!

Why do you think strippers aren't butt-naked right from the start?

If they're butt-naked to begin with, what's there to look forward to?!

You're right...

You're absolutely right.

We were mistaken.

I'm glad you understand.

Now, let's get our swimsuits back. With our strength!

Yeah!

Shosuke!

Crap. Think!

It's adjusting the air temperature to change the refractivity,

creating this effect.

If we change it back, it'll leave!

Koito, surround it with fire!

Now, Mai!

Hold it still until I seal it!

I summon the water phase from my kidneys to my fists.

Now, Kurumi!

Please, Albrecht!

Salmon Catcher!

Thanks for the meal.

You did it!

It's over.

Thank goodness, Albrecht.

Our real summer starts now!

Yeah!

Idiots.

Thank you, everyone.

I appreciate your help.

That takes care of that.

Let's all enjoy the beach!

Once again, we overcame danger together.

More strange incidents may happen here in this unstable world.

But with my friends, I'm sure we can make it through.

Isn't that right, Mai?

Hey, Mai!

Hey, Ha—

Haruhiko...

Get away, dumb-ass!

Huh? What?

Oh, to be young.

I'm sorry.

Haruhiko, you really are butt-naked!

Haruhiko, you idiot!

I knew it! I hate summer!

I love it, though!

The End

The End

The End

The End

The End

I wanna face every day with a new me

So everyone's smiling

Saying the right words and untangling threads

Just isn't enough

I wish I could make someone so happy they cry

Be so funny they laugh

That's the kind of life I want to live

Dreams will shatter your boredom

I couldn't grab the sunlight back then

But I'll shine now

I will!

I'll sing out loud

I swear I will

I want you to be my birds in the sky and stars in the night

Always watching over me

I won't be alone

I'll meet the sky with a heart pure as the clouds

My energy helps me hang on

It's all right, I want to share

This changing scenery with you

It's all right, I'm clueless, headstrong

And always pure, so it's all right