Rui decides to face against Katze using the might of Crowds, but becomes overwhelmed when Katze uses their Gatchaman power. As Joe arrives on the scene to fight Katze, Sugane hears from Rui about the power he had received from them. With Joe becoming easily defeated by Katze, Hajime and Utsutsu arrive on the scene with help from Paiman's Gatchaman form, with Hajime questioning Katze before they retreat whilst Utsutsu heals the injured.