After realizing the current situation, Marufuji Shou and Tenjouin Fubuki immediately gathered together to come up with a plan.
As members of the "Polymerization Dimension," which is relatively restricted in movement, although they've successfully completed the first round of diplomatic relations with the Xyz Dimension, the Polymerization Dimension members are still limited, and as visiting students, they are naturally more restricted and unable to directly approach the members of the "City Hall Team."
But that doesn't mean they have no options.
One option is to join the Polymerization Dimension's team and duel.
Previously, the City Hall Team had participants who used Xyz cards, prompting a temporary rule adjustment so teams wouldn't have to worry about contestants from other dimensions. Additional rule supplements were made as well.
One of the rules was—if a team has fewer than three backup contestants, they can temporarily add up to three during this tournament.
This serves as a compensation for many teams that didn't prepare in advance, having only three main contestants.
This supposed "compensation" is actually a strategy that allows teams to make other temporary "malicious" adjustments. Initially, many were calm in opposition, but once someone pointed out that backup contestants could also get a "D-Wheel," all the opposing voices drowned in the wave of support.
This is why Marufuji Shou and Tenjouin Fubuki found an opportunity to team up with their seniors and participate in this WRGP tournament.
But...
"This doesn't follow the rules." Kaiba Mokuba listened to the requests from the two students, unable to help but rub his forehead.
You say that's your brother, that's your close friend, does that really make them your brother or close friend? They're members of the Synchro Dimension City Hall Team, and from any perspective, it doesn't seem likely, does it?
Furthermore, even if adding temporary duelists is really possible, clearly it would be Yuki Judai or Jun, right?
"Mr. Mokuba! I promise I won't drag you down!" Marufuji Shou tried his hardest.
"Brother Mokuba, I trust Marufuji's judgment. If he feels that person is Caesar, then maybe it really is." Manjome also joined in to persuade.
If it were a few days ago, he wouldn't believe Marufuji Shou's words, but having just seen Yuki Judai say "Light" is Tenjo Hikari, and Light's duel indeed has a Tenjo Hikari style, he now has a different perception of everything.
Perhaps that Polari truly is Caesar?
So he thought if Kaiba Mokuba could go a bit further in arranging it—although somewhat disrespectful, he felt that sending out a backup opportunity wasn't a big deal compared to finding someone.
Judai nearby also wanted to cheer for Marufuji Shou, but unfortunately, wasn't familiar with people here, and could only do his best to cheer.
Seeing the two favored "backup contestants" also supporting Marufuji Shou, Tenjouin Fubuki, Kaiba Mokuba showed a hint of relaxation.
However, after a moment of hesitation, he still thought it inappropriate.
Tenjouin Fubuki's strength is undeniable, although he didn't achieve excellent results in the GX Tournament, Kaiba Mokuba vividly remembers him pressuring Marufuji Ryo the entire time in their match.
But...
Marufuji Shou?
He didn't even participate in the finals of the GX Tournament.
Kaiba Mokuba naturally knows Marufuji Shou was rescuing people with Judai at the time, and afterward, he was accompanying Judai due to Lightsworn suspecting Yuki Judai, otherwise, he could have participated in the finals.
But ultimately, there wasn't an authentic tournament performance to prove his strength...
"If necessary, let Jun go to battle, it's no big deal, right?" Mokuba suggested to Manjome.
If they really want a chance to shout on the field, Jun could do it, right?
Manjome hesitated for a moment, looking at Marufuji Shou, who became hesitant.
Settling for the second-best option isn't impossible either...
"Duel."
?
As everyone tried to find peaceful solutions, a voice suddenly came.
Everyone instinctively looked towards the source of the voice.
Two Gravekeeper Race duelists stared blankly at the students before quickly looking at each other.
No, that voice.
At this moment, a young man wearing a hood with hands in his pockets stepped out from behind them.
Dinosaur Ryuzaki!
A Legendary Duelist!
Also one of the [main] contestants in this tournament!
At this moment, not only did he change into a scarlet jacket, but the clothes displayed various sharp teeth.
"Lyuzakii?" Kaiba Mokuba was a bit surprised.
"Senior Lyuzakii!" The students showed expressions of surprise.
Dinosaur Ryuzaki stepped in front of Marufuji Shou, who instinctively swallowed and sweat slightly appeared on his forehead.
"I said let's duel. As a student of Duel Academy, if you wish to compete, then duel!" Dinosaur Ryuzaki stared directly at Marufuji Shou, saying, "Or do you lack that courage?"
"...I do! I do!" Marufuji Shou loudly retorted.
"Good, excellent, full of momentum." Ryuzaki glanced at Manjome and Judai, who greeted him.
They had met Ryuzaki several times and were relatively familiar.
"With Tenjo not around, do you two have no more confidence?"
"Eh—" Judai gently scratched his right cheek with a finger.
He could shamelessly say it, but felt that this occasion wasn't suitable for such, even if mentioned, Shou should bring it up proactively—he also hoped Shou would be more proactive.