Thunder 3 volume 8 (manga)

The craft carrying the Thunder Three finally arrives at the enemy's mothership, only to be intercepted due to a tip-off from one of their soldiers! Pyontaro and co. rush into battle after Pusuke, who's managed to sniff out Futaba! Meanwhile, Rebellion's forces come under heavy enemy fire, but are able to withstand the volley thanks to the effects of Empoweral. And Gaudou discovers that the emperor is aboard the same ship, while Doc and the others tear apart the hull to save humankind!