Subaru has poured everything he possessed into his cause and done everything within his power. His fervor has won Crusch’s affection and secured Anastasia’s alliance, and they all join forces to confront the White Whale. Subaru and Rem are left speechless at the spectacle unfolding above them. Just as it appeared they were on the verge of cornering the White Whale, despite the sacrifices made to get there, the confrontation takes an unexpected twist.