Episode 1: Crimson is the Sound of Dawn
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 1, “Crimson Is the Sound of Dawn,” Sarah Fitzgerald drew a large crowd for her singing. Her voice captivated her audiences, and she even took pity on people on the fringers like Rouge. But then a strange talking bird visited Rouge, and there was an attempt on Sarah’s life. And all the while, an enthusiastic white-haired woman looked on from afar. How are all of these things related? Who’s really trying to kill Sarah? And how did that bird learn to talk?
Episode 2: Wander in the Labyrinth
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 2, “Wander in the Labyrinth,” Naomi and Rouge boarded a Martian tourist bus to get to their next assignment. As Naomi excitedly told two children about the mammoth hulk of a wrecked Vostok-class spaceship on the surface, a mysterious man and a camera-happy reporter listened with interest. What’s their angle? Why is Naomi so excited about the old war? And will Rouge’s trusting nature get her in trouble with the reporter?
Episode 3: Marginal City
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 3, “Marginal City,” Naomi and Rouge headed for their next assignment. They needed to investigate rumors of a member of the Immortal Nine hanging out in a Nean settlement called Marginal City. But the two of them argued (what was Naomi thinking, giving Rouge’s chocolate away?), and now Naomi can’t find Rouge anywhere. Where did Rouge go? What kind of trouble can she get into? And why was Naomi so happy to get a replacement artificial bird?
Episode 4: Freedom and Phantoms
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 4, “Freedom and Phantoms,” Rouge had been captured. As security forces stormed the Nean city, three Neans interrogated Rouge. One seemed particularly unhinged. Was he the member of the Immortal Nine that Rouge was looking for? Was he a red herring? If so, who is the Nean who Rouge is looking for? And will Naomi go into the city after Rouge? Or will she watch from afar?
Episode 5: Carnival Dances with Lost Memories
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 5, “Carnival Dances with Lost Memories,” Noami can’t find Rouge anywhere. By a strange coincidence, a man who introduced himself as Eden Varok happened by and said he knew where to find her. Naomi, skeptical, still wanted to find her agent. So, she followed the strangely charismatic man – directly towards the strange spaceship housing the circus that just came to town. Is Naomi making a mistake? Is Rouge really in there? And if she’s not, where is she?
Episode 6: Guest with No Name
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 6, “Guest with No Name,” Noami and Rouge board a luxury cruise spaceship to return to Earth. Unfortunately, a murderer has boarded with them – a murderer who can mimic the appearance of almost anyone. With video evidence showing Naomi committing a murder, Afdal Bashal arrested her. Will he listen to her protestations of innocence, especially after she promised to disclose the name of the Red Gladiator to him – and then skipped town? And how far will Rouge go to find the killer?
Episode 7: Appropriate Gear
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 7, “Appropriate Gear,” Rouge found herself incarcerated in a fluid-filled tube, with neither nectar nor chocolate. Meanwhile, Naomi informed Gene Junghardt that he had been relieved of his position, and that his previous Director, too, was in peril. Just what game is Naomi playing? Why did she suddenly start calling herself the Divine Facilitator? And what was Gene really up to?
Episode 8: Nowhere House
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 8, “Nowhere House,” Ash Stahl and Noid 262 took Rouge to her old home so she could investigate her origins. They found Gene Junghardt already there, and for the same reasons. Gene accidentally triggered a trapdoor that led to a dark and mysterious basement. Undaunted, despite Stahl’s warnings, Rouge and Gene walked boldly into the dark. What will they find? Is a better question, “What will find them?” And what’s Naomi up to?
Episode 9: The Ones Who Visited
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 9, “The Ones Who Visited,” Rouge hoped that Aes had come to her aid. Unfortunately, it was Alice, and Alice had no intention of helping Rouge. That wasn’t Rouge’s only problem. Grauphon closed in on Gene with the intent of taking Rouge’s brother hostage. And all the while, Cyan watched from a distanced and hummed, waiting for her turn. Can Rouge fight her way out of this situation? Can Ash Stahl accomplish anything with his measly pistol? And what’s Naomi up to?
Episode 10: Family Portrait
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 10, “Family Portrait,” Naomi, Rouge, Eden, and Ash were on their way to Venus. Naomi had a big surprise for everyone – a very special weapon that would give her an edge on Venus despite the odds. There was just one problem…
Episode 11: Target Planet
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 11, “Target Planet,” Rouge, Cyan, Naomi, Eden, and Ash approached Venus. On the plus side, they had almost arrived! On the negative side, their enemies had noticed their approach – and had hurled lots of ordnance at them. Can Eden, in his weakened state, navigate through the barrage? If he does, do they stand any hope of infiltrating their enemy’s stronghold? Or will they get help from an unexpected quarter?
Episode 12: Mask Graveyard
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 12, “Mask Graveyard,” Naomi and Rouge encountered Gene – at least, they thought it was Gene. But it talked a lot like someone else they knew. Someone who could mimic others. It might have helped his case had he acted like Gene! Will Naomi and Rouge see through the deceit? Or is the terrible act intentional? And what’s going on with Cyan?
Episode 13: Code Eve
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In Metallic Rouge Episode 13, “Code Eve,” we finally know who killed Roy Junghardt – and now that person is about to fully implement their plan. They already have Rouge’s id. Now they just has to eliminate the final Neans who oppose them. Rouge, running with Naomi’s id, found herself at a severe disadvantage. Is there anything either of them can do to slow the attacker? What part will Cyan play? And will we finally see more of Opera?
