Following the initial ambush in "Phase 1," the showdown between Koko's specialized security team and Orchestra reaches its climax. Orchestra, consisting of the experienced "Maestro" and his protege Chinatsu, treat their gunfights as musical performances.
: A Musica Ex Machina Drama CD was released in February 2011, packaged with a special edition of Volume 9 of the manga, featuring a different voice cast than the later anime adaptation.
: A quirky assassin group that believes combat is a form of music. Their defeat introduces a darker tone to the series. 4 : Musica Ex Machina (Phase 2)
The engagement involves a high-stakes drive-by shooting using an mounted on a pickup truck. Koko’s team manages to disable the vehicle, forcing the assassins into the open. The conflict ends when Lutz, Koko's sniper, kills Maestro after he ignores a warning. Chinatsu, the surviving member, vows revenge against Koko before fleeing the scene. Key Characters and Developments
: Demonstrates her vast connections and calm under pressure during the ensuing police interrogation. Following the initial ambush in "Phase 1," the