Hey, answer already, scum.
What is it you want to do?
I want to join the Survey Corps
and slaughter some Titans!
Oh? Not bad.
Erwin, I'll take responsibility for him.
Tell that to the top brass.
It's not that I trust him.
If he betrays us or goes berserk,
I'll kill him on the spot.
I doubt anyone will object.
There's no one better suited for this, after all.
I'll accept your enlistment into the Survey Corps.
Eyes Yet to Be Seen Eve of the Retaliation - Part 1
Hey, is it true?
Is there really a Titan on our side?
It's obviously just a rumor.
The recapture could've failed,
so we might see a horde of people from Wall Rose any minute now.
Within Wall Sina
If that happens, wouldn't there be a food shortage?
Say...
What if that Titan sides with
the people within Wall Rose to come attack us together?
This is amazing news!
Within Wall Rose - We have a Titan on our side now!
We might even be able to recapture Wall Maria!
It's like...
It's like our savior has appeared!
"Savior" huh?
The masses are so simple-minded, no matter the era.
It sounds like something the rebels could use against Central though.
We of the Military Police Brigade will get rid of Eren Jaeger before that.
The Survey Corps eccentrics won't get him either.
Attention!
Salute the Supreme Commander!
It's hot today.
Commander Pixis,
there are those who won't be too fond of you,
the Commander of the Garrison, meeting privately with me,
the Commander of the Survey Corps.
Well, it seems you're as straight-laced as they say.
Why fret? We just happened to meet during a morning stroll.
As such, this is nothing more than idle talk, but...
Are you aware the Military Police Brigade wants to keep custody of Eren Jaeger?
Yes. I received word of it yesterday.
Apparently, a trial will be held.
The Survey Corps or the Military Police Brigade...
Zackly has been entrusted with deciding which of them Eren will go to.
Zackly?
Supreme Commander Darius Zackly?
The Military Police Brigade, the Garrison, and the Survey Corps.
He's the man in charge of those three factions.
He has only one judging criteria.
Pros vs. Cons...
whether something is beneficial or not to mankind.
If he's convinced of the latter,
he'll dispose of Eren without hesitation,
right then and there.
I don't want to let him kill Eren.
But unfortunately, there are many amongst the Garrison that fear Eren's powers.
The most I can do is withhold my approval for the Military Police Brigade.
Think you have a shot?
No.
However, I have a proposal I can make.
It's viability will depend on the trial's progression.
In other words, it'll be a game of chance?
It's a game my men and I are well-acquainted with as we mainly engage in expeditions.
It appears there's more to you than I thought.
This has been an enjoyable stroll, Commander Smith.
A trial for Eren?
Why?
I'm not entirely sure, but I think it's about their intentions with him.
What do you mean?
About...
whether he lives or dies.
Mikasa Ackerman! Armin Arlert!
Are you here?!
Sir!
You've been ordered to serve as witnesses for the trial this afternoon.
Excuse me, I need to take a leak.
You just went.
- Can I have some water? - Hey!
Get ahold of your situation, you monster.
Monster?
While I can't argue with that.
Is there really a need to cuff me like this?
Then again, it's reasonable.
I don't get any of this either.
Maybe I should just be glad that I'm still alive.
That reminds me...
Those two weren't scared of me at all.
I wonder what they're doing now.
What happened to everyone else?
Please bear with this for a little longer.
We'll try to sort things out somehow.
How many days has it been since then?
What's going on outside?
Don't tell me...
Am I stuck here for good?
So you're Eren, huh?
You okay? Feeling well?
Sorry to keep you waiting.
You're free to come out of there now.
That's assuming you wear these though.
I'm Hange Zoe, a Squad Leader in the Survey Corps.
He's Mike Zacharias. The same goes for him.
Um...
Oh...
He has a habit of smelling people he's met for the first time...
and snorting afterward.
But I'm sure it's nothing more than just that.
Mind you, his skills have earned him his position.
Oh man, sorry for wasting all our time.
We're here already.
Well, no worries.
In fact, going in clueless is better.
Wait!
It's selfish of us, but we...
can only put our faith in you.
Best of luck.
A courthouse?
I was under a courthouse?
Get a move on!
Kneel down.
Why are these people here?
What's going to be decided anyway?
You guys...
Now then, let us begin.
Eren Jaeger, correct?
You are a soldier who has offered his life for mankind.
Is that accurate?
Yes.
This is an unprecedented case.
The trial will be a special court-martial in which common law does not apply,
with the final decision being left entirely to me.
We shall also decide whether you live or die.
I knew it.
Do you have any objections?
I don't.
I'm glad you're quick on the uptake.
I'll be blunt.
As expected, hiding you from the public was impossible.
Unless we declare your existence in some manner,
we may be faced with a threat other than the Titans.
Through this trial, we shall decide which military faction we'll charge with your custody...
the Military Police Brigade or the Survey Corps.
Let us begin with the Military Police Brigade's opening statement.
Your honor, as Commander of the Military Police Brigade, I, Nile Dok, propose.
After conducting a thorough examination of Eren's body,
we dispose of him in a prompt manner.
It cannot be denied that his Titan power allowed us to repel the latest attack.
However, his existence is also a source of discord that can incite rebellion.
Therefore, after having him impart all the information he can provide,
we'll have him die as a hero of mankind.
There's no need for that!
He's vermin that undermined the sacred walls...
He's that Wall preacher.
Five years ago, no one bothered to listen to him...
He seems to have support now.
Now then, let us hear the Survey Corps opening statement.
Your honor,
as the Thirteenth Commander of the Survey Corps, I, Erwin Smith, propose.
We of the Survey Corps will accept Eren as an official member
and use his Titan power to recapture Wall Maria.
That is all.
Hmm?
Is that it?
Yes.
If we utilize his power, we can recapture Wall Maria.
I believe it's clear what needs to be prioritized.
I see.
On that note, where do you plan to begin such an operation?
Pixis, the gate at Trost District has been completely sealed, no?
Yes. I doubt it'll ever be opened again.
We intend to go through Karanese District in the east instead.
From there, we'll head to Shinganshina District.
We'll plot out the route as we go.
Wait a second!
Wouldn't it be best to seal all the gates for good now?
The only parts of the wall the Colossus Titan can destroy are the gates!
If we seal them up, they won't be able to attack us anymore!
Silence, you cur from the companies!
If we have his Titan powers, we can return to Wall Maria!
We're sick and tired of you morons playing hero!
You've got a big mouth, swine.
Who's to say the Titans will sit by and wait for the gates to be sealed?
The "we" you're talking about only refers to the friends you grow fat with, no?
Are you saying you swine haven't noticed the people
suffering from hunger due to the lack of land?
All we're saying is that we'll be saved if the walls are sealed...
Enough already, you boor!
You want mere humans to tamper with Wall Rose, a gift from God?!
You gaze upon walls that defy human understanding...
Their beliefs are what caused the arming of the walls to take so long.
They have plenty of support and influence, after all.
A real handful.
- What irreverence! - That's enough out of you, priest!
What?!
Order in the court.
You may argue about differences in principles elsewhere.
Jaeger, allow me to confirm.
Can you continue to contribute to mankind as you have thus far
and utilize your Titan power to that same end?
Yes! I can!
Really?
But in the report for the Battle of Trost District, it said.
"After transforming into a Titan, he swung his fist at Mikasa Ackerman."
He doesn't remember anything from when he lost control.
What, you wanted me to lie in a report?
Hiding that wouldn't have benefited anyone.
Is Mikasa Ackerman here?
Yes, that's me.
You, huh?
Is it true that Jaeger attacked you in his Titan form?
If you don't answer truthfully, it'll only hurt Eren.
Yes, it is.
He's like the rest of them, after all.
I tried to kill Mikasa?!
Me?
However...
Eren has also saved me twice
while he was in his Titan form.
The first time,
when I was about to fall prey to a Titan, he fought it off and saved me.
The second time,
he shielded me and Armin from a cannon.
I'd like you to take these facts into consideration as well.
Objection.
I believe her testimony contains too much bias to be considered.
Mikasa Ackerman lost her parents at a young age and was taken in by the Jaeger family.
Furthermore, through our investigations,
we have uncovered some shocking events that took place during that time.
At the age of nine, Eren Jaeger and Mikasa Ackerman stabbed to death
three men who were wanted for robbery and kidnapping.
Though this falls under legitimate self-defense,
I feel their basic human nature needs to be questioned.
Should we really invest mankind's fate, men, and resources in him?
That's right!
He must be a Titan that's been hiding amongst us in the form of a child!
Her too.
I wouldn't be surprised if she wasn't human!
Yeah!
We should dissect her just in case.
Wait!
I might be a monster, but that has nothing to do with her!
Nothing at all!
As if we could trust you!
- It's the truth! - He's covering for her because it's true!
No!
I mean... you're wrong.
So far, all you've been doing is blurting out convenient speculations.
What did you say?!
To begin with...
I should stop.
You've never even seen a Titan before,
so what are you so afraid of?
I can't say any more.
No, I'll keep at it.
I'll make my stand here!
How can we afford to not let those with power fight?
If you're scared of fighting to survive, then lend me your strength!
You... damn cowards.
What?
Just shut up and bet everything on me!
Take aim!
Huh?
Wait, Mikasa!
This is just my pet theory,
but I think pain and discipline go hand-in-hand.
What you need now
isn't a lecture, but training.
You're in a good position for me to kick too.
Stop, Levi...
What?
That's dangerous.
What'll you do if he gets angry and transforms?
What're you saying?
You guys are gonna dissect him, right?
In his Titan form, he apparently killed 20 other Titans before he ran out of gas.
As an enemy, his intellect could pose a problem for us.
He still wouldn't be a match for me though.
How about you guys?
Those of you speaking against him should think it through.
Can you really kill him?
Supreme Commander, I have a proposal.
Yes?
Eren's Titan power has many uncertain points to it,
which poses a constant threat.
So I propose he be entrusted to Lance Corporal Levi
and taken out on an expedition.
You'll bring Eren outside?
Yes.
I'd like Eren's control over his Titan power
and his worth to mankind
to be judged based on the results of that expedition.
Handling Eren Jaeger...
Can you do it, Levi?
I'm certain I could kill him.
The problem is that there'll be no alternative.
I've made my decision.
Honestly, he went overboard.
Does it hurt?
A bit.
So, in what way does it hurt?
I apologize.
But thanks to that, we gained custody of you.
Yes.
We couldn't have made that proposal go through
without your tolerance.
You have my respect.
Eren, we'll be counting on you.
Yes, I'll do my best!
Hey, Eren.
Yes?
Do you hate me?
No.
I understand you did what was necessary.
Glad you get it.
But you took it too far.
You broke a tooth, you know?
- See? - Don't pick that up. It's disgusting.
But it's a valuable sample.
Eren, aren't you glad you didn't end up getting dissected by her kind?
Don't bunch me together with those guys.
I wouldn't kill Eren.
Say, Eren.
Let me take a peek inside your mouth.
It... already grew back.
Eren learns after being assigned to the Survey Corps he so revered
that the group of people who seek change in the world,
is home to eccentrics and oddballs alike.
Such is the Survey Corps.