[Name]: Byoudouin Houou
[Age]: 15
[Techniques]:
- Personal "Five Dimensions" (10/10)
- Tennis Fundamentals (10/10)
- Glowing Shot (8/10)
- Destruction (5/10)
- Bird of Prey Strike (10/10)
- Pirate's Barrage (10/10)
- 7 other folded techniques
[Talent]: Rebirth from the Ashes
[Combat Power]: ★★★★★★★★★★★ (11 Stars)
"How is this possible?!"
11-star combat power!
Every technique except Destruction has been maxed out to 10/10!
But that's not even the most shocking part—it's the fact that Destruction, despite being only 5/10, is already half-perfected!
According to the system's notes, Destruction is a high-tier technique that only reaches its full potential at 10/10.
In the original timeline, Byoudouin only perfected Destruction after his defeat in the French Open and his subsequent journey around the world with Duke Watanabe.
Yet right now, he's already developed the concept of Destruction—that's insane!
"Is it because of his Rebirth from the Ashes talent?"
Yoru frowned.
[Rebirth from the Ashes]: Every time he suffers defeat or severe injury, his latent potential awakens, making him even stronger.
Who would've thought that Oni Juujirou's brutal strike would push Byoudouin to this level?
If he keeps developing and unlocks Asura's Path, he'll completely reach the same strength he had in the original story when he led Japan to the U-17 World Cup in France.
"Oni… you really left me a 'gift,' huh."
Yoru glanced at Oni in the stands, a bitter smile forming on his face.
Unlike QP, who thrived in evenly matched battles, Yoru preferred opponents who could put up a fight but still lose—basically, "I like crushing noobs, but I don't wanna play against bots."
Today's match was shaping up to be a brutal war.
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### Team Lineups: Seigaku vs. Rokkaku
Rokkaku's Roster:
- Byoudouin Houou (11★)
- Ochi Tsukimitsu & Ban Rikiya (6★, nearing 7★)
- Tohno Hiroshi & Ohmagari Ryuuji (7★, nearing 8★)
- Fuji Shuusuke (7★)
- One 5★ benchwarmer (irrelevant)
Seigaku's Roster:
- Kaidou & Imashi (6★, still developing)
- Yamato Yuudai (7★, nearing 8★)
- Kirihara Akaya (8★, nearing 9★)
- QP (9★, nearing 10★)
Analysis:
- Seigaku has the edge in top-tier players, but their doubles will likely get crushed.
- In a standard match, Seigaku could afford to lose both doubles and still win three singles matches.
- But Byoudouin isn't the type to play fair. Even if he can't see their stats, Yoru can't afford to underestimate him.
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### The Challenge
"Checking out Rokkaku's lineup?"
Byoudouin's voice cut through the tension.
"What do you think? We assembled this team specifically for a two-peat national championship—or, you could say… we built it for Seigaku."
Yoru met his gaze calmly. "I'm honored."
"Tch."
Byoudouin scowled at Yoru's lack of reaction but still declared:
"I'll be waiting for you in Singles 1."
Originally, his target wasn't Yoru—it was QP.
But after Ryoma mentioned that neither Ralph nor QP had ever taken a single point off Yoru…
Byoudouin's resolve was set.
"Fine."
Yoru agreed without hesitation.
He trusted Byoudouin's word—after all, in the original story, Oni himself said:
"That bastard Byoudouin is the most infuriating guy alive… but he never lies."
And with Byoudouin's explosive growth, it made sense he'd seek the strongest opponent.
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### Strategy Meetings
Rokkaku's Side:
Byoudouin crossed his arms. "I know some of you don't care about Rokkaku. But we're all here for one thing—that championship banner. This is your last shot. Don't waste it."
Since the team was hastily assembled before Nationals, most members had no loyalty to Rokkaku.
But they all shared one goal: winning at all costs.
"Captain, should we adjust the lineup?" Fuji asked, holding the strategy board.
(Rokkaku's coach had been sidelined by Byoudouin, so the team handled tactics themselves.)
Byoudouin shook his head. "Keep the doubles as-is. Seigaku's pairs can't beat us. Fuji, you're on Singles 3."
"Understood."
Fuji didn't question it.
Rokkaku's doubles were overwhelmingly strong—even if Seigaku pulled a surprise switch like in the Kantō Tournament, they wouldn't lose.
If they secured two doubles wins, even losing two singles matches wouldn't matter.
Byoudouin would handle the final victory.
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Seigaku's Side:
In contrast to Rokkaku's confidence, Seigaku was tense.
Yoru: "We must take one doubles match. QP, any ideas?"
QP frowned. "If their stats are accurate, Yamato and Kirihara won't survive their destructive playstyle. Kirihara's aggressive returns clash with Yamato's rhythm, and Tohno's defensive skills are too strong."
After a long silence, QP finally said:
"I'll pair with Yamato for Doubles 2. Kirihara stays in Singles 3, Kawasaki takes Singles 2. Keep the other positions unchanged."
The team froze.
But Yoru's eyes lit up. "Do it."
As a product of elite German training, QP had studied doubles tactics—even if he wasn't a specialist, he'd synergize better than Kirihara.
If they could steal one doubles win, even if Byoudouin switched positions, Seigaku could still secure three victories.
Now, it all came down to Doubles 2.
Meanwhile, Kaidou and Imashi clenched their fists.
They knew the team didn't expect much from them—but they were ready to fight like hell for that one crucial win.
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Final Note:
At the very top of the spectator stands, a lone European woman quietly took her seat, watching intently.
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