Before We Vanish

An alien named Akira, disguised as a schoolgirl, arrives on Earth with malicious intentions. She orchestrates a horrific family massacre, showcasing a complete disregard for human life, which sets the tone for the impending chaos.

After the massacre, Akira strides down a busy highway, unintentionally causing a catastrophic semi-truck collision. This incident marks the beginning of widespread panic and confusion as authorities become aware of the alien's presence.

Shinji becomes the host for a second alien entity, leading to his bewildering transformation into a seemingly endearing stranger. His wife, Narumi, is left confused and desperate for answers, igniting her concern for his well-being.

Teenager Amano becomes influenced by a third alien presence and seeks help from journalist Sakurai. He reveals his true nature as an extraterrestrial, and together they begin a quest to understand the aliens' motives and intentions.

The aliens begin appropriating fundamental human concepts, like 'family' and 'freedom', from unsuspecting individuals. Shinji takes the notion of family from Narumi's sister, leaving her in confusion and Shinji in an emotional void.

Akira and Shinji both develop romantic feelings for Narumi, competing to understand the essence of love. Their attempts to experience human emotion deepen as they navigate the complexities of these new feelings.

Government agencies launch a manhunt for Akira, believing she is the key to a dangerous interstellar virus. The authorities declare a state of emergency, further escalating tensions and fear among the populace.

In a critical twist, Amano and Akira form an alliance with Shinji to plan an intergalactic invasion. As they navigate their intentions, journalist Sakurai decides to confront and thwart their dangerous plan, adding to the mounting conflict.

Amano and Akira face tragic fates at the hands of aggressive forces during the invasion. Their human forms suffer catastrophic losses, compelling Sakurai to reconsider his previous judgments about the aliens and their actions.

As Narumi and Shinji confront the alien invaders on a hill overlooking the ocean, they are faced with a melancholy question: can love and redemption overcome the existential threat posed by the aliens?

Two months later, the world is left reeling from the assault, with survivors struggling to establish a new normal. Deep emotional wounds are evident, as humanity grapples with the consequences of the alien invasion.

In the aftermath, Shinji becomes a beacon of hope as he helps those still suffering from the alien invasion. His dedication to aiding the vulnerable stands in stark contrast to Narumi's experience, confined to a hospital and emotionally distant.

Narumi finds herself in a hospital, struggling with the loss of love and connection after the tragic events. Her emotional numbness highlights the personal toll the invasion has taken on her and those around her.

Shinji reflects on the aliens' motives, realizing that they have gleaned critical insights about humanity's plights, like poverty and inequality, which could prove to be more detrimental than their initial invasion. This understanding adds depth to Shinji's views on human existence.

As Shinji and Narumi pursue healing and meaning in a changed world, their journey underscores the human spirit's resilience. Together, they work to rebuild their lives in a society irrevocably altered by the alien encounter.