Takeuchi Genta had the team doctor treat Shidou Ryusei's wound, then told him to rest, leaving the rest of the game to Kise Ryota.
Shidou Ryusei nodded in agreement because, right after finishing the dunk, the Blue Lock space triggered another choice.
Shidou covered his head with a towel, and his consciousness entered the Blue Lock space.
"Congratulations to the host for unlocking a new key and achieving a breakthrough in your abilities. Please make a choice as soon as possible!"
Isagi Yoichi: Playmaking passer
Barou Shoei: Finishing specialist
Oliver Aiku: Predictive defender
Nagi Seishiro: Genius-type player
"Is there another option now?"
Shidou Ryusei looked at the label behind Nagi Seishiro. Genius-type?
"I choose Nagi Seishiro!"
Congratulations to the host for making a choice. Issuing the key.
A white key appeared, opening the door belonging to Nagi Seishiro. Nagi Seishiro walked out. "What a pain…"
Then he turned into white specks of light and entered Shidou Ryusei's brow.
Congratulations to the host for obtaining the 'Genius' attribute. The 'Chameleon' ability has awakened and evolved, allowing for 100% Perfect Copy.
"Perfect Copy! It's finally here!"
Reminder: copying an ability that exceeds your physical limits will consume a large amount of stamina.
Based on the host's current overall strength rating: A.
Strength rating divisions:
Professional players (S-rank and above): SSS, SS, S
Amateur players: A, B, C, D, E
(Each rating is divided into three stages.)
Host's abilities:
Keen basketball instincts
Ignoring the rim
Excellent scoring ability inside the three-point line
Goal-scoring instincts and offensive skills that defy common sense
Ultra-fast dribble penetration
Perfect Copy
Ball-handling master
Overall strength analysis: A
Offense inside the arc: A
Offense outside the arc: B
Defense: A-
Vision: B
Playmaking: B
Ball-handling: A+
Speed: A
Basketball IQ: B
Shidou Ryusei looked at his stats and frowned. "You're not scamming me, are you? Why hasn't anything changed?"
Nagi Seishiro's talent attribute is unique and does not provide a direct numerical boost. The 'Genius' attribute only activates during matches; outside of matches, Nagi Seishiro is no different from an ordinary person.
Looking at the explanation from Blue Lock, Shidou Ryusei didn't know what to say.
The rest period ended, and the game entered the second quarter with Kise Ryota leading the team.
On Seirin's side, Kuroko was resting on the bench, and Koganei took his place.
"Is that guy Shidou Ryusei not playing?"
Kagami saw Shidou sitting on the bench and spoke to Kise Ryota.
Kise stretched casually. "Ah~ I'm enough to handle you guys on my own!"
Kagami Taiga froze for a moment. "Don't talk big. If you can do it, then try!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Kagami moved.
The ball bounced quickly between his hands before he stepped forward with his left foot.
"Are you looking down on me with such an obvious drive?"
Kise reacted instantly.
But in the next moment, Kagami's movement changed. During a crossover, the ball returned to his right hand, he dropped his shoulder, and stepped right.
A feint.
However, Kise had anticipated it. He had already moved ahead of time and blocked Kagami's path again.
Kagami followed with a spin move to break through.
A hint of cunning flashed in Kise's eyes as he watched Kagami's dribbling rhythm.
"Watch out, Kagami!" Hyuga shouted.
Too late.
Kise spun low like lightning, swiping the ball cleanly away.
"Kise!" Kasamatsu Yukio called. He had predicted the steal, boxed out Hyuga, and caught the ball.
Without hesitation, Kasamatsu launched a long pass to the frontcourt.
Kise sprinted forward. Catching the ball outside the three-point line, he leaned back and raised it—an exact replica of Hyuga Junpei's signature shot.
"Don't think it'll be that easy!" Kagami roared, leaping from behind to block.
Kise's pupils shrank in surprise—Kagami had caught up.
A smug smile appeared. He paused slightly mid-air.
Bang! Kagami collided into him, and the referee's whistle blew.
As Kise lost balance, he flicked his wrist. The ball arced beautifully.
Swish!
"Foul! Basket counts, plus one!" The referee signaled a three-point play.
Two fouls on Kagami.
Kise lay on the ground smiling. "I'm so sorry… Kagami-kun!"
Kagami stood over him, fists clenched. "Damn it… Kise!"
Kasamatsu helped Kise up and punched him lightly. "Don't get carried away!"
"That hurts, Senpai!"
Kise brushed off the dust and went to the free-throw line.
Swish.
Free throw made.
Izuki dribbled past half-court, watching Kise shut Kagami down. "Tch, as expected of the Generation of Miracles."
He passed to Hyuga, hoping to close the gap with a three-pointer.
Hyuga shot immediately, but Moriyama reacted faster this time. Hyuga suddenly changed motion and passed into the paint.
"What!?"
Moriyama stared in disbelief.
Mitobe Rinnosuke had already secured position in the restricted area. The moment he caught the ball, he dropped his body, feinted, then jumped sideways and flicked his wrist.
Swish.
"Nice shot!" Aida Riko cheered.
Mitobe turned back to defend expressionlessly while Kobori tapped his head in frustration.
Hyuga patted Mitobe. "Nice shot, Mito."
"It was a good pass," Mitobe replied calmly.
On the bench, Shidou watched with appreciation, secretly copying the move.
Kise did the same, a cunning glint in his eyes.
Hyuga patted Kagami. "Don't underestimate your seniors."
Kagami rubbed his head awkwardly.
Kise looked at the scoreboard and smiled. "Looks like we need to work harder, Kasamatsu-senpai. Otherwise, Little Shidou's lead might disappear."
Kasamatsu wiped his sweat. "Stop talking nonsense. The game isn't over."
He dribbled past half-court and passed to Kise.
Kagami pounced immediately. "Don't think about scoring again!"
Kise smiled. "Kagami-chi, don't be so enthusiastic."
Before finishing, Kise pushed off like a cheetah. Kagami shifted to block, but Kise pulled the ball back into a spin.
Kagami lost balance.
"Damn it!"
Kise broke through into the paint. Mitobe waited, arms raised.
"I won't let you score easily."
A flash of cunning crossed Kise's eyes. He slowed, turned slightly, and flicked a hook shot—the exact move Mitobe had just used.
Swish.
After landing, Kise smiled brightly. "Mitobe-senpai, your hook shot is amazing. I just learned it on the fly."
Mitobe sighed helplessly.
Kagami caught up, veins bulging. "Kise! Don't get ahead of yourself!"
"Kagami-chi, don't get worked up. The game's just begun."
Classes must have ended, because many girls gathered at the gym entrance. Seeing Kise's handsome play, they screamed.
"Kise! Kise! Kise!"
"Kise is so handsome!"
Shidou watched quietly, marveling at the power of Copying. It wasn't just about scoring—it was psychological pressure. Imagine your opponent scoring with the exact move you just used. No matter who it is, it shakes them.