The movie 'Mardock Scramble: The First Compression' was released in Japan. It is the first installment in the 'Mardock Scramble' anime film trilogy, based on the novel series by Tow Ubukata.
Shell conducts a brutal attack on Shibito, murdering him and attempting to kill other victims, leading to Rune Balot's rescue and transformation.
After surviving the attack, Rune is rescued and undergoes a high-tech cybernetic reconstruction to become a cyborg with advanced abilities.
Rune's consciousness is connected to a sentient AI chip named Oeufcoque Protector, serving as her guardian and aiding her investigations.
Using her new abilities and AI companion, Rune begins to investigate the true nature of Shell's crimes and his motives.
Shell attempts to evade capture, leading to a series of confrontations with Rune.
Rune confronts Shell in a decisive battle to bring him to justice and prevent further atrocities.
