Mission -dub- Episode 3 Verified | Aika R-16- Virgin
AIKa R-16: Virgin Mission, Episode 3, titled "Deep Blue Girl," serves as the conclusion to this prequel OVA series, detailing the origins of 16-year-old Aika Sumeragi’s career as a salvager. Episode 3: "Deep Blue Girl" - Overview Release Date (Japan): October 26, 2007.
The Secret Lab: Guided by Karen’s returning memories, they reach a high-tech laboratory. It is revealed that Karen is a clone from a genetic experiment. AIKa R-16- Virgin Mission -Dub- Episode 3
- Audio: Dolby Digital 2.0 (English & Japanese). The 2.0 mix is fine; the action sequences lack bass, but the dialogue is crystal clear. A 5.1 remix is not available.
- Video: 4:3 aspect ratio (standard for OVAs of the era). The DVD transfer is soft, with noticeable grain during dark underwater scenes. The neon highlights bleed slightly, which actually enhances the retro aesthetic.
- Extras for Episode 3: The DVD includes an audio commentary track for Episode 3 with Luci Christian and Monica Rial. In the commentary, they laugh about recording the brainwashing scene. Rial admits, "I had to leave the booth because I kept laughing at the word 'Vlos Brace.'"
: The team discovers a massive, submerged airport and a high-tech underwater laboratory at the bottom of the ocean. The Truth of Karen AIKa R-16: Virgin Mission , Episode 3, titled