Project A-Ko 4: Final (1989) — AI Story Visualization

Plot Analysis Summary

A chaotic wedding is interrupted by an alien invasion, leading to a space chase and a heartfelt resolution between rivals.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Ancient Prophecy & Wedding Setup

Archeologists uncover apocalyptic writings and a pendant linking to Miss Ayumi. Hikaru Daitokuji arranges her marriage to Kei, setting the stage for the ceremony.

Key Events

• Babylon Pendant Discovery — Archeologists unearth a pendant identical to Miss Ayumi's. Location: Ancient Babylon
• Iraq Temple Deciphering — Team deciphers writings about the Alpha-Cygni princess and demons. Location: Iraq
• Temple Collapse — Wall parts to reveal a C-ko-like statue, collapsing the temple. Location: Iraq
• Wedding Arrangement — Hikaru arranges the marriage between Miss Ayumi and Kei. Characters: D, Miss Ayumi Location: Daitokuji Estate
• Fleet Approach — 3000 Alpha Cygnan ships approach to stop the wedding. Characters: Miss Ayumi Location: Graviton City Sky
• Star of David Link — Writings connect the prophecy to the Star of David. Location: Iraq

Alien Arrival & Gymnasium Chaos

The Alpha Cygnan fleet approaches to stop the wedding, clashing with the Earth Defense Force. A-ko and B-ko destroy the ceremony while fighting each other.

Key Events

• Fleet Approach — 3000 Alpha Cygnan ships approach to stop the wedding. Characters: Miss Ayumi Location: Graviton City Sky
• Wedding Ceremony — The wedding begins at the girls' high school gymnasium. Characters: Miss Ayumi, D Location: Graviton City High School Gymnasium
• Alien Interception — Weakened Earth Defense Force attempts to stop the alien fleet. Characters: D Location: Graviton City
• Gymnasium Melee — A-ko and B-ko tear apart the wedding while fighting each other. Characters: Miss Ayumi Location: Graviton City High School Gymnasium
• Princess Claim — C-ko's mother reveals herself and convinces C-ko to leave with the aliens. Location: Graviton City
• Earth Defense Failure — The weakened Earth Defense Force fails to intercept the alien fleet. Characters: D Location: Graviton City
• Classmate Alienation — C-ko reflects on her lack of fit with her classmates before departing. Location: Graviton City High School

Space Chase & Cosmic Plunge

C-ko departs with the aliens after her mother's revelation. A-ko and B-ko pursue the ship in a giant robot, eventually running out of fuel and plummeting to Earth.

Key Events

• Princess Claim — C-ko's mother reveals herself and convinces C-ko to leave with the aliens. Location: Graviton City
• Pendant Smashing — Miss Ayumi smashes her pendant in outrage over the lack of special events. Characters: Miss Ayumi Location: Graviton City
• Space Pursuit — A-ko and B-ko chase the alien ship in a giant robot. Location: Outer Space
• Fuel Depletion — B-ko's robot runs out of fuel, forcing a switch to a battlesuit. Location: Outer Space
• Human Flight — B-ko carries A-ko using her flying battlesuit to continue the chase. Location: Outer Space
• Window Encounter — C-ko sees the girls outside her window and is delighted. Location: Alien Ship Window
• Plummet to Earth — The girls lose ground and plummet to Earth as a shooting star. Location: Earth Atmosphere
• Fleet Departure — The alien fleet departs with C-ko after the wedding is disrupted. Location: Graviton City Sky

Return & Resolution

A-ko wakes to find C-ko has returned home. They share a heartfelt reunion and a promise to end their rivalry, concluding the story on a warm note.

Key Events

• Plummet to Earth — The girls lose ground and plummet to Earth as a shooting star. Location: Earth Atmosphere
• Captain's Regret — The Captain and D lament being left behind due to wasted time. Characters: Captain Napolipolita, Biko Daitokuji Location: Graviton City
• C-ko's Return — A-ko wakes up sadly but is overjoyed to find C-ko at her door. Location: A-ko's Home
• The Promise — C-ko hugs A-ko and promises to never fight with B-ko again. Location: A-ko's Home
• Happy Ending — The two girls live happily ever after, resolving their conflicts. Location: Graviton City
• Ground Witness — Ground viewers watch the girls fall as a shooting star. Characters: Miss Ayumi Location: Graviton City
• Final Reunion — A-ko and C-ko embrace, marking the story's emotional conclusion. Location: A-ko's Home

Story Breakdown

• Ancient Prophecy Arc — Archeologists uncover ancient texts and artifacts that foreshadow the alien arrival and connect to the main characters.
  • Babylon Excavation — A pendant is unearthed in Babylon, mirroring Miss Ayumi's charm.
  • Iraq Temple Collapse — Deciphering writings triggers a statue reveal and temple destruction.
• Wedding Arrangement Arc — Hikaru Daitokuji orchestrates a marriage between Miss Ayumi and Kei, establishing the central event.
  • Daitokuji's Plan — Hikaru formally arranges the union to secure political or social ties.
  • Gymnasium Ceremony — The wedding begins at the high school before external threats intervene.
• Alien Invasion Arc — The Alpha Cygnan fleet arrives to claim their princess, clashing with Earth's defenses.
  • Fleet Approach — Three thousand ships descend upon Graviton City to halt the wedding.
  • Princess Claim — C-ko's mother reveals her identity and convinces C-ko to leave.
• Rivalry Chaos Arc — A-ko and B-ko's destructive feud escalates, disrupting the wedding and endangering bystanders.
  • A-ko vs B-ko Fight — The rivals tear apart the gymnasium while battling each other.
  • Classmate Alienation — C-ko reflects on her isolation among peers before departing.
• Space Pursuit Arc — A-ko and B-ko chase the alien ship into orbit, facing mechanical failures.
  • Robot Fuel Depletion — B-ko's giant robot runs out of power, forcing a tactical shift.
  • Battlesuit Flight — B-ko carries A-ko manually to maintain the pursuit trajectory.
• Cosmic Plunge Arc — The chase ends dramatically as the girls lose altitude and fall back to Earth.
  • Window Encounter — C-ko witnesses the girls outside her ship window with delight.
  • Earth Re-entry — The girls plummet as a shooting star, watched by ground observers.
• Resolution Arc — The story concludes with personal reconciliations and a promise to end the rivalry.
  • C-ko's Return — C-ko unexpectedly returns home, surprising a grieving A-ko.
  • Final Promise — C-ko and A-ko embrace and vow to stop fighting B-ko forever.

Directed by

Yuji Moriyama

Key Cast

• Emi Shinohara — Biko Daitokuji (voice)
• Michie Tomizawa — Shiiko Kotobuki (voice)
• Miki Ito — Eiko Magami (voice)
• Akari Hibino — Asa (voice)
• Asami Mukaidono — Miss Ayumi (voice)