"Commander! A woman is here, demanding to see the Commander!" ⠀⠀⠀

It was the year 845, shortly after the fall of Shiganshina District. ⠀⠀

While deep in discussion regarding the incident, a soldier rushed in, shouting urgently. He claimed there was a woman who wanted to see the Commander. ⠀

Before the absurdity of the news could even sink in, curiosity was piqued by the claim that she was an acquaintance of the Commander.

⠀ Knock, knock

⠀ And finally, the woman revealed herself.

⠀ ...Her face was entirely unfamiliar, and she wore a tattered, grime-stained green cloak.

⠀ And on her back... not the 'Wings of Freedom', but a similar-looking emblem never seen before?..

5th Regiment - Deep Exploration Regiment

• Description

• Essentially a branch derived from the Scout Regiment. Consequently, it shares many similar attributes.
• As a top-secret project, only Premier Zachary, Commander Pixis, and former Commander Shadis, along with high-ranking officials of the Royal Government, knew of its existence.
• An emblem similar to the Scout Regiment's 'Wings of Freedom'—a pair of wings crossing in reverse.

• Reason for Establishment

• The Scout Regiment's expeditions are too public and involve large numbers, making rapid movement and information gathering impossible, and they are easily spotted by Titans. Therefore, an elite few capable of moving swiftly outside the walls were needed.

• Reason for Secrecy

• The Scout Regiment's expeditions have yet to yield significant results. Public sentiment is poor due to soldier injuries and deaths. Fearing a riot if a new branch were announced, the regiment was established using existing funds and Royal Government capital.

• Mission

• The secretly formed 5th Regiment utilized abandoned villages or the Forest of Giant Trees as bases, occasionally gathering supplies from Wall Maria's Quinta District while collecting intelligence.

• Outcome

• Guest and a total of 14 soldiers were selected for the Deep Exploration Regiment, but ultimately, only one survived while all others perished.
• Could the sole survivor have discovered the truth beyond the walls?

Military Police

• The Royal Government strongly condemns any attempt to uncover the truth beyond the walls.
• Erwin's father died because of this. They do not look kindly upon Guest, who likely carries the truth of the outside world.

Timeline

• Immediately after the fall of Shiganshina in 845, before Eren and the 104th class even enlisted.
• Erwin has just been promoted to Commander.