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In this misty valley, under huge volcanoes,

The legend of Ator was born.

This mysterious legend inspires the brave,

comfort the weak and fears the wicked.

After the fiery creation of Earth, when man takes the upper hand,

the world is populated by wild, ignorant people.

A few seem to have been touched by a higher power.

They are more intelligent and braver than the other savages.

There you are, Mila.

Did you need me, father?

What's wrong?

I've never seen you so concerned.

I had a strange dream last night. That worries me.

Even the most exalted form of human knowledge,

cannot compete with fate.

Come on, honey. I have to show you something.

You always shared your knowledge and inventions with me.

Were you hiding something from me?

You have to be sensible. Imagination is just as important as knowledge.

You naturally own that. Also important is caution.

You learn that alone over time.

Now I show you my discovery.

What is it? - It's everything and nothing.

It is life and death.

Goodness, wealth, poverty. And evil.

It depends what man does with it.

So it could be a weapon? - Exactly.

It must remain out of your hands of ambitious people.

But how can I ... - Your hands are too weak.

And Zor's thirst for power is too strong. - He's moving south.

He's not venturing into our property. - That's always a risk.

Science is always a risk, right? - Except a calculated risk.

It is a means of knowledge to obtain. At least that's how it should be.

I am too old for that such a responsibility.

What are you up to?

To protect something so important, there is only one man.

Ator.

He is the son of Torren, born during the reign of the Spider Kingdom.

High Priest's Black Knights Dakkar had to kill him.

But Griba brought the child safely.

People were tyrannized by Dakkar and his knights.

They kept looking for new ones sacrifices for their Spider God.

They attacked the village where Ator now resides.

Ator was injured and his bride Sunya was taken.

While he was healing, he swore to Sunya and destroy Dakkar.

Griba, who herself craved power, taught Ator sword fighting.

When Ator was ready for his mission,

Griba revealed his inheritance and presented him with Torren's sword.

A mighty sword that only Ator could handle.

Ator was first bewitched by the beautiful Indun.

The ancient sorceress brought raise an army of the living dead.

Ator escaped from Indun, found the glittering shield of Murdor,

and killed the shadow who guarded it.

Ator defied Dakkar and his warriors in battle to the death.

Using the shield, the evil priest was surprised.

Griba was killed. He wanted to go up gain despicable wise power.

After Sunya was liberated, Ator took on the giant spider.

He planted the sword in the gruesome beast.

If the Spider God was killed, the evil forces were released,

causing the Shadow Mountain erupted in full force.

When Sunya died, Ator withdrew back to the East.

He lives there with Thong, a wise Eastern warrior.

That's enough, Thong.

That exercise really works. I feel it here.

The muscles get stronger.

Father? - Yes darling?

Tell me what I should do.

Daughter, you are the only one realizes it is urgent.

I can't leave you now, can I?

In time you will learn that you don't always get your way.

But I only have you. - Dear Mila.

Do not worry. A cunning fox like me will be fine.

That has been possible all my life. Unfortunately.

Follow me.

Over here.

Go see what happens.

Go now. Be careful.

Zor is here. - I should have known.

Go to the East and find Ator. A long journey, but you can't miss it.

When the Earth seems to end,

and it looks like nature forsakes you,

then you've reached Ators domain. - Why are you asking that now?

It's not about me, it's about the well-being of humanity.

How dare you touch him? You are not worth it.

And now get out.

You are a virtuous man. But also forgiving?

Maybe I don't have one yet full control over myself.

It's just soldiers they are well below your level.

When life ends there are no more levels.

Why should we during life,

distinguish us from the rest? All people are born equal.

If I hear you busy, I'll be there sure my visit

is justified. And will be very rewarding.

Do you claim to be a conqueror? Who claims victory?

Or are you an ordinary thief?

Let us say I am an unexpected guest.

I wait.

You know all too well what I'm looking for.

I can only to offer contempt.

Contempt is the weapon of a weakling.

I know you a lot deadlier weapon.

All I learned from you

is that knowledge is not enough for me. - Too bad you didn't learn anything else.

Little knowledge is dangerous. You should have continued studying.

An unfortunate necessity.

The price I had to pay to achieve my goal.

When you think about it is the cause of this,

which forced me to study give up, also partly with you.

The girl flees to the East. - Follow her and bring her back.

Even you take refuge to banal juggling.

I protect my daughter. Juggling?

That motivation is unworthy of you. She's fleeing for a different reason.

You don't just protect her. - Think what you want.

I will.

Don't try to trick me.

Don't worry. To thwart your plans

I will use of all my strength.

Thanks for the compliment.

I'm sure I'm worth it.

I wonder one thing. - Just one?

Why the East? Why did she run to the sun?

I could torture you but that is too easy for me.

Obviously you want to test me.

You want my deduction put to the test.

Bring the card.

It's not perfect yet.

Thong, maybe it was too hot.

That is sufficient for the time being. It must cool down first.

Ator, help me.

Get everything ready.

The whole area is deserted and arid.

Ator.

So that's it.

He was also your student.

I am well informed.

There are many stories surrounding him.

But now it's time

that I have the truths behind discover those stories.

Unbelieveable. Your knowledge of surgery is vast.

I am ready to go.

Not at all. I will decide that.

It's a long journey.

Once we start, we have to keep going. - But my father is in danger.

Everyone is at risk from time to time.

He is strong and will stand it.

He has a weak heart. That's why he sent me.

All right then. But remember,

if you are too weak we must leave you.

But first you have to prove to us that you really are his daughter.

Come with me.

Go inside.

Mila?

If you are the daughter of Akronas,

then you know what to do.

You understand that this was necessary?

Your father told me that as the Neucleus would ever threaten world peace,

a messenger would come, who would prove his identity.

You did that.

We go.

Thanks to your teaching, Ator control over forces of nature.

Akronas, I introduce you to Sandur.

He represents the opposite of your Ator.

Sandur is a master of everything transcends natural forces.

He manipulates with willpower uncontrollable occult powers.

What do you say about that? - Many years ago,

I have to use raw magic applied for higher things.

Someone who seeks knowledge and is wise,

can always learn something.

Maybe I'll learn something new too.

As you can see, the master gives a lesson in humility.

Look deep into his eyes anyway. You see a fire of rebellion.

I can see that clearly.

I want to see someone eliminated.

Where is he? - At the end of the Earth.

Who is it, Sire?

Ator.

See my powers now.

What is this?

I do not understand.

I don't see anything, Thong.

Where's Mila?

Certainly lost.

Where are you, Ator?

I don't know this cave.

I think we're being tracked.

Did you hear that? Listen.

They are invisible.

Use your cloak.

You there, I'll take this side.

Do you hear that?

Thong, we heard your signals. Found the way out?

You failed, Sandur. Wasted my time.

If you really have powers this had not happened.

I do not understand it either. - Not? That'll come.

If, after all this time, you Sandur trusted,

then you have failed as well.

Finish him.

Show mercy. - I fear the worst, Sandur.

People without spiritual strength know no mercy.

Good. Put him in prison. I make it difficult for Ator myself.

Just think of something new to regain my trust.

You know yourself too how important that is.

It's too quiet in here. Not a good sign.

I feel an evil presence. Zor is at work here.

I think we are being followed. - By whom then?

We will find out soon.

There they are. Hide.

Wait.

Leave them. Save your strength. The castle is a bit further on.

There is a certain risk to you.

To stop Ator, your daughter could also be injured.

I have to admit you as a murderer impresses.

But as a blackmailer you make just a sad impression.

Be careful, old man.

My patience has its limits. - I know that.

I don't expect too much from you.

Patience is a virtue who possess strong people.

You're awesome. You entertain and provoke me.

What is it? - Ator escaped again.

I thought for a second that you were our attackers. Is that right?

That's right. - Who were they?

Survivors of the Han tribe.

They worship Soko, the God of War.

I know that name. - He ruled the North.

His brother Zor was second in rank.

Zor destroyed the Han tribe, except for three samurai.

He used it to kill his own brother.

Do you think Zor ...

Would my father still be alive?

Zor is after your father's knowledge.

And on the Neucleus.

Your father is safe. As long as he owns the Neucleus.

Why have you gone so far?

I'm following your father's path. That's why I live this way.

But shouldn't your fate attuned to your passion?

Your fate is determined through your true passion.

I know mine, I have to follow it.

Sorry, I don't want to impose. - It's okay, thank you for asking.

Thong? The fish is ready.

Don't kill us.

Mila, someone is coming.

Who are you?

What do you want?

Where do you come from?

Answer. Can't you talk?

We are from Sulagin. - Sulagin?

That's not far from here. - I know.

My parents were born there. - Are you Ator?

Student of the Master? - Speak up.

Our people are experiencing bad days.

To survive we have to sacrifice to the God of the Kungs.

Human sacrifices to the Serpent God. - We are just poor farmers.

Without help we will die.

The Kungs always want human blood.

They kill them. We have to be quick.

What's your plan, Ator?

We take them to the village. I talk to their people.

The Kungs kill us.

Let them go, Thong. The fear makes them blind. We go alone.

A first volunteer?

And who will follow?

We need someone else. - I will go.

Not you, child. We already have someone relinquished to the Kungs.

Someone has to go.

Wait.

Stop. - That's Ator.

Ator, you have a sad day chosen to visit us.

I've come to help you fight.

We are not fighters ... - You should.

Otherwise no one will be left.

Where's Ravani? - He left us.

He was getting too old. I have taken his place.

He was a proud and brave man.

This submissive behavior he had never allowed.

Hold on. You are brave.

The young people give themselves up voluntarily to the Kungs and their Serpent God.

Use that courage to fight back. They can be beaten.

You will live in peace again. Surprise is a good weapon.

We must be intelligent. The Kungs are cruel.

But they are dumb. They won't expect resistance from you.

We prepare a trap for them.

A surprise attack.

This village is well located.

Those rocks are protective and that side is impossible for horses.

To reinforce this side I have need sharp sticks and rope.

You and you two. Come along.

Are you afraid?

Fight for your people. - I want to fight.

Who else? Are there any real men here?

We can win. You seem sheep in a slaughterhouse.

We never believed in war.

You convinced me. Bring the holy wine.

Well, Ator.

Let us drink on your return. Then we discuss your plan.

Welcome to the village of your ancestors. May your visit please us all.

On health, prosperity and liberty of your people.

Let's get started. Time is running out.

I need your strongest men.

The women can help with the weapons and supplies.

I am Ravani. They're going to trap Ator.

We've been betrayed, but we're still alive.

Thong is still free.

Wouldn't it have been easier to go straight to my father?

Every human life is equally important. Your father had done the same.

The village chief has lured you here.

Those two girls made so part of their plan.

Some wanted to fight but the majority were too scared.

He hands you over to the Kungs, in return we are no longer killed.

They are unreliable. They are allies of Zor.

What happened to Ravani? - He was slowly being poisoned.

Ravani must be dead by now.

A month has passed. Did you do it?

We kept our promise Now it's your turn.

You get Ator and we don't have to more to sacrifice to your Serpent God.

Get Ator.

There you are. We've got Ator.

Burn the huts. Burn everything down.

Here's your treasure.

I assume you too accept a personal gift,

from me, to your God.

Thanks, though that was not the deal.

Don't think you Ator can trade.

Or the girl.

It is an honor to perform the sacrifice.

Of course I had too expected nothing in return.

Our joint appointment seems to me complete.

Your father is unharmed.

Unfortunately, I can don't say about you.

As you know, my attempts were to free you, in vain.

Do good deeds you clearly do not go off.

I'd rather let myself be strangled by a thousand snakes,

than seeing your grin.

You defeated my magician.

You defeated my warriors, but your science proved useless,

against the imagination and cunning.

I knew your weak point your goodness was.

Your own goodness has betrayed you.

The Master will not be satisfied are about his student.

Lost your tongue?

Has the mighty Ator nothing to say?

I only have one thing to say.

We will meet again.

Your Master has taught me something.

The dividing line between goodness and stupidity,

is very thin.

Let the sacrifice begin. Bring them here.

Great Snake God, for you alone, I offer you

for all your help and protection,

five virgins, Milah of Akronas and Ator from the East.

May this sacrifice please you, so that we can conquer in your name.

Throw in the next one.

A slow and painful death, that pleases the Serpent God.

The next.

Now the fourth victim for our almighty God.

Lord of serpents and evil, accept this fifth virgin,

that we offer you.

May we receive your strength to be able to rule in your name.

Now the man.

Now she.

Ator, watch out.

Watch out, Thong.

I'll kill you, Ator.

Stay in that corner.

Do not move.

Are you OK?

So peaceful. I don't like that.

Is there another way? - There is a secret passage.

That's how we can slip in. - They'll notice us anyway.

We have to fight them. - With the three of us?

We are the only ones.

I remember another entrance. - It's still there, underground.

You take it away.

I'll keep them busy outside.

Rest assured, everything will be fine.

He's up to something.

That's Ator. He can fly.

Look up there. - A bird?

A flying man. - You're crazy.

Is that Ator up there?

I taught him that. You could have learned that too.

Hit it. You achieve nothing with it.

Ator will beat you. - We will see that later.

Come in, you fool.

Here he is. Kill him.

Run through.

I'm sick of it.

Stand up.

The Neucleus must be here somewhere.

Tell me where he is. Tell.

Or I'll kill you. I am warning you.

Where did you hide him? Speak, you old fool.

If I don't get it, then nobody. Just die with your secret.

You will die. - Ator.

Finally. Bring it on.

I am not afraid of you.

Has the mighty Ator need two swords?

You fool. Come on. Fight.

Is this now Ator? The living legend?

No more guts? Have you ever had that?

That's better. But not good enough.

Now I cut you in half.

Do not. Zor is unarmed. That's murder.

Wait until he goes to trial. Judges are wise and just.

They will make him pay. If we do it, we are barbarians.

Man would not live may destroy.

Ator, watch out.

Father. Ator. Is everything OK?

Thank goodness you are safe.

Thanks to Ator and Thong.

Your father gave me the Neucleus. I'll take him back.

Mila, I want ... - You don't have to say anything.

I know you have to fight evil. My life is too dangerous for you.

Follow your destiny. Only. - Goodbye, Mila.

When I'm done I'll be back. Are you waiting for me?

Take care of yourself and your father.

Watch over them, Thong.

When the Neucleus in unscrupulous hands falls,

become the Earth and all living things destroyed.

Ator destroyed him.

Maybe man will someday be wise enough are to use this discovery.

Where evil is goodness man threatens to dominate,

Ator will fight.

Where people are oppressed, Ator will respond to their cries for help.

No one is that powerful or protected to avoid punishment.

The guardian of knowledge and hope for the future.

Ator, the avenger.

Translation: Wess Lee