C'mon, guys. Stop fighting over a silly bed.
We're teammates now, so—
Quit it!
See? You're kicking up dust!
You...
Ventilate the room.
And don't leave your towels and clothes on the floor. They're eyesores.
Uh, right.
Isn't Barou kinda meticulous?
You're not a king anymore.
You're a maid.
It's the birth of Maid Barou.
You and I don't get along, Mr. Hassle Man.
Huh? That nickname sucks. I don't like it.
Move, Mr. Hassle Man.
Don't call me that. It'll upset my folks.
I see.
He has some absolute rules that must not be broken.
Oh, and I go to bed at 10pm sharp, so no turning on the light after that.
It's like everything has to be just right or he won't be satisfied.
He has a clear idea of how he wants to lead his life.
What a hassle. I'm gonna play my game.
Yeah, having Barou around might be a hassle,
but maybe his whole "I am the rule" shtick is the driving force behind his ego
that makes his exceptional skills possible.
I want to learn more about him, so I can understand his genius.
Hey, wanna come train with me?
Unless we understand each other, there won't be any chemical reactions.
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Tri-Fusion
I'm fine with practicing, but why's it just the two of us?
What's he doing?
Apparently, that's his daily physical training routine.
Isn't it a bit long? Not to mention, seriously intense.
How long you gonna keep that up for, Barou? Come join us.
Forty more minutes. Then I'll grace you with my presence.
Did that guy lose his sense of cooperation while still in the womb?
I can watch an episode of a TV drama in forty minutes.
Yeah, or nearly two episodes of anime.
But I guess this strict regime and his self-discipline are why he's so strong.
Right. It's almost an obsession.
Well, in that case...
I'll join you!
Huh? Forget it, donkey.
You can't possibly keep up.
You never know until you try!
Uh, what's happening?
Jeez...
I'll join you, too!
To advance further...
To beat those guys...
I'll trigger a chemical reaction with all three of us.
So, um, as you can see, in the second selection,
interpersonal relations, self-awareness, and understanding others all improve,
Japan Football Union BL Supervisor
and each player has to think for themselves to get their team playing.
This is how they are able to grow into independent strikers without compare.
That concludes my report.
You've presented all sorts of plausible arguments,
but it really all comes down to talent, right?
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Even left to his own devices, a genius is still a genius.
He's right.
What we want is Japan's next star player.
Hurry up and produce a genius high school player who'll make a splash.
Well, we're only at the second selection, and—
You want a star that badly?
You old geezers truly are money grabbers.
How many geniuses have been crushed underfoot that way?
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What do you mean, Ego-kun?
All you ever do is create a temporary genius.
Then the stupid bandwagon fans go crazy about this domestic-level "genius"
and spend tons of money on shirts and tickets.
This deluded "genius" goes off to play overseas totally unprepared,
but two or three years later, he's back,
because he can't produce results due to "cultural and language barriers,"
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and he spends the rest of his days as a mid-level player in the domestic league.
If you don't break this cycle, Japanese soccer will forever be third-rate.
Producing the best striker in the world will remain a pipe dream.
W-We have operation costs to think about! Making money is necessary to some extent!
Then, let me ask you this:
What is talent?
Is it a natural gift you're born with?
Or is it being blessed with a splendid physique?
To me, those things make you nothing but a diamond in the rough.
Make a note. Talent is the skill to prove one's own ability.
Someone who dreams of demonstrating the ability he believes in to the rest of the world,
and dedicates his life to it...
That's what I call a genius.
I'm creating a genius in Blue Lock.
And I'm dedicating my life to demonstrating it.
Okay, then! I look forward to seeing the results, Ego-kun.
Failure is not an option.
Oh.
This guy...
We told him over and over, but he still took the single bed!
I said we'd rock, paper, scissors for it.
Hey, can I go kick him awake?
But it looks like the room is tidier.
Maybe Maid Barou cleaned up the place?
I guess it's fine, then. Thinking about it is too much of a hassle, so I'm going to bed.
Huh? It's fine?
Man, you're so laid-back.
Huh?
Wait, I'm on the bottom bunk?
Geniuses really are selfish!
Reo!
Okay!
Run, Chigiri!
Piece of cake.
That was pretty good.
Our coordination's getting better.
Nice shot, missy.
Isagi and the others must have advanced already, right?
If we don't get a move on, they might clear all the stages.
I realize that, but if we just play whoever, we'll get someone mediocre.
Losing to Isagi because we didn't improve would be getting our priorities wrong.
But doesn't it look like the strong guys are already winning and advancing?
That's true.
What do you think, Reo?
As long as we can beat Nagi, I don't care.
I'm gonna make him say he needs me.
Is that a regret?
No, it's revenge.
So intense. I like it.
You are a genius of adaptability!
That's what Naruhaya said, but what exactly is "adaptability"?
I won because I was able to emulate Naruhaya's weapon of getting in behind.
Does adaptability mean getting stronger to match the strength of the opponent?
Then, my next target should be this selfish king.
Can I sit here?
Hm? Knock yourself out.
Say, Barou, what's your ideal playstyle?
What kind of question is that? And what's it to you?
I want to create a chemical reaction with you.
And for that, I think we need to know each other's ideal playstyle.
So tell me about the kind of soccer you wanna play.
Help me so I can score.
That's it. The end.
Well, sure, but...
That's why you lost to us, remember?
Could we consider, like, coordinating as teammates or...
Huh? What do you mean?
I would've won if that shorty had done what I needed him to.
You still lost.
You may score goals by yourself, but that alone won't make your team win.
Who cares?
"Win through my goals."
I'm not changing my rule.
I mean, if you were looking to win by using team play,
why didn't you pick that shorty instead, donkey?
You're not getting it!
Sure, Naruhaya and I could've understood each other,
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but a chemical reaction would've been beyond us.
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I emulated his weapon, so I know.
A weapon I can emulate won't cut it.
A shot range that's over 28 meters. A bulldozing charge.
You have weapons I could never obtain, even if I spent the rest of my life trying.
With me, your talents can shine brighter.
Then, all the more reason for you to do as I say.
Wait, that's... Then what's the point of being a team?
Hey!
Shut up. I'm taking a bath.
Aw, gimme a break. What's up with that guy?
He's a king through and through.
I'm sure he doesn't have a lot of friends. In fact, I bet he has none!
Man...
He does have talent, though.
But he won't win since he has no sense of cooperation.
It's like Barou...
is a seriously wasteful genius.
Man, my muscles are so sore.
Oh, it's because I did Barou's intense training regimen.
I can't believe he does that every day.
Oh, my bad.
Didn't mean to splash you.
Kunigami?
Isagi?
I didn't know you were here.
No, wait. That's my line.
Why are you still at the third stage?
So long story short, you lost to Itoshi Rin's team and lost Bachira as a result,
then you stole Barou, condemning Naruhaya, and now, you're here. Is that about right?
Yup, more or less.
I don't see you for a while and you go through all that.
Who'd you team up with?
With me, loser.
What were you thinking, leaving us behind? Stupid Isagi.
Chigiri!
Why didn't you wait for me, you jerk?
What he said.
I-I'm sorry. I was gonna wait, but then Nagi asked me—
You talking about me?
What are you doing?
Huh? This is the easiest way to take a bath.
Well, if Nagi asked me, I'd probably go, too.
Yeah, same here.
Hey, Mr. Hassle Man.
You louse. Don't swim in the public bath.
Ah, a little swim won't hurt.
Look, I'm a ninja.
Stop blowing bubbles! You're getting your spit everywhere!
Did you all wash before getting in?
Yup.
I used conditioner, too.
And don't put the towel in the hot water. It's dirty!
Hey, Isagi, is Barou really this persnickety?
Yeah. He's super particular about things.
I'm getting dizzy. Can I have some water?
So? Do you know who you're playing next?
Out! It's because you swam, idiot!
No, not yet. What about you?
We're...
We're playing you, obviously.
That's why I teamed up with them, you know.
Reo.
It's been a while.
Hey, listen, Reo. I trained so much after that...
Stop.
You and I are enemies now, Nagi.
You didn't choose me, so I'm going to crush you.
So I guess I should ask...
Do you want to play us?
Don't you run away.
Sure.
With pleasure.
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Let's pass it around so it's easy for Barou to move,
and if the situation allows, Nagi and I will break them down with our link-up play,
and we can be flexible with the finish.
Okay. So I guess I'm gonna be scoring a lot, then.
Hey, make sure you pass me the ball.
No. After all, you won't pass to me.
Even so, pass it to me.
No way.
Do it.
I said no.
Yup, these two are gonna find it impossible to coexist on the field.
Guess it's up to me to be the key man
by adjusting to these two and triggering a chemical reaction.
But Isagi, why'd you let them provoke you into answering them immediately?
We could've looked for some other team to play.
Oh, well, I didn't want them to underestimate us, I guess.
Our weapons are Nagi's first touch, Barou's dribbling, and my direct shot.
In order for us to beat Rin's "Top 3" team,
we're definitely lacking in a certain area.
And that area is?
The speedster, Chigiri Hyoma.
I want his speed.
I see.
Wait. We need someone who's good at hold-up play so they can pass me the ball.
That orange-haired guy's physique...
I want someone like him who's good at ball retention.
True, if we had Kunigami, the ball would stay up front more.
And he has a mid-range shot as a weapon, too.
I guess I'd have to choose Reo.
I did promise him we'd play together again.
Uh, wait, so we all want different people?
I have a style of soccer I want to play.
I guess we don't have to decide right now.
If we don't win, they'll take one of us.
Okay, let's go over formations again.
Kunigami
Chigiri
Reo
So like this, Reo is the anchor who provides balance.
And Chigiri and I will attack down both sides.
Okay. We worked on combinations in our training session,
so in terms of attacking might, we should be equal.
Right. So onto the question of who's marking who.
I will mark Isagi Yoichi.
I want to play soccer with him.
I will put him in my pocket and prove to Nagi that he made the wrong choice.
Okay. Then, given our respective physiques, I'll mark Barou.
Then, I've got Nagi.
Also, who are we gonna pick?
Hm...
Isagi's weapon would be great if we can make it fit our team,
and Barou's individual skills are appealing,
but going purely on attributes, I'd say Nagi.
I agree.
He's at that level without even trying, right?
Just from a potential point of view, Nagi's the only choice.
Don't you think, Reo?
No, it might be better to kick him out, so he can go through what I did.
Hey now, don't involve your personal feelings.
This team is more than just you.
Well, maybe we should take a vote after the match?
We'll find out the answer we need in the match, anyway.
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Want to play my team?
W-We'd like a match with you. What do you say?
Uh, but you have the top three on your team.
No, thanks.
Come on, let's go.
H-Hey, wait up!
How many rejections does that make now? They all get scared and run away.
Aw, man. What do we do?
No one's gonna play us.
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What if we run out of time?
Beating players that run away at this stage wouldn't be glam.
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They'll eventually get disqualified.
I don't want to play yet, anyway.
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I'm planning on waiting for Isagi's team.
But, but, but!
What if they don't make it here?
We're finished!
Don't worry. Isagi will get here.
I can't lose anymore.
Let's go, Isagi.
Yeah!
If I want Bachira back, then I can't get stuck here!
Nice shot, Rin-chan.
Can I join you?
Hm? You're in my way. Leave.
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You said you were playing soccer to surpass your big brother, right?
So what?
I told you to leave.
I've never seen anyone look as blue as you while playing soccer.
Are you picking a fight with me, Bob Cut?
Play with me, and I promise you'll have fun.
Hey.
Hm?
I wonder if a hero gets this excited when they're fighting bad guys.
You're excited because you've teamed up with me, you dumb hero.
We'll win this, Chigiri.
We sure will, Kunigami.
I'll outrun everyone.
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Somehow, I'm not scared.
Is it because I'm shoulder to shoulder with geniuses?
Or might it be because I've gotten stronger?
The answer to that...
will be revealed by winning this game!
Go, Barou!
Our chemical reaction with you will be the key to controlling this game!
Hey, King.
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I'm here to dethrone you.
Give it your best shot, soldier boy!
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That weak press won't stop me.
What's the matter? Too scared to get close?
Come at me if you want.
What's with this defense?
Getting in close, then pulling back... What's he up to?
Off you go. You're free to roam in that direction.
Huh?
It's impossible to stop you one hundred percent of the time.
I get it now!
He's letting him go if he dribbles away from goal,
Stop
Let go
and saving his physicality for stopping him from getting into range for his shot.
Stop
Let go
Stop
Let go
Stop
Let go
Stop
Let go
Stop
Let go
It's a Barou-exclusive man-marking that utilizes Kunigami's physique!
Though I'm barely able to stop you, even with this tactic.
A meathead soldier boy like you is trying to outsmart me?
Pass it to me, Barou! Over here!
Shut up and stop ruining it, donkey.
I can outrun a guy like him myself!
Man, how selfish can you get?
Isagi, what do we do?
Don't drop back! Stay in their half!
I'll back up Barou and keep us going forward—
What did you say you were going to do?
Prepare yourself, Isagi Yoichi.
Nagi's a treasure I found.
I'll take him back from you in this game!
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What the heck is this guy's problem?
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Barou, pass to me! Now!
Shut up! Don't distract me!
Use me, Barou!
But you won't, King.
Don't think you can beat us alone!
Took your time, Reo.
Good work, Meat Wall.
Tch. Damn it!
See? Told you.
Let's go, Kunigami!
I'm going!
Are these guys for real?
Knowing Barou wouldn't pass, they doubled up on him.
And they switched up the play seriously fast!
It's now me versus Reo and Kunigami, meaning I'm outnumbered.
I'm the last line of defense. I have to stop them.
Is he going to dribble all the way or pass to Kunigami?
Which is it?
Wait till the last second.
Keep your distance to react to either eventuality.
Read the timing when Reo makes his decision!
A pass to Kunigami!
If I can intercept...
Huh?
He passed it to...
Chigiri!
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Right on the money, Reo.
You were bound to slow up when taking the ball down.
I caught up to you, Red Panther.
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Sure. For a moment.
Happy with yourself, genius? Well...
Now you get to step on my shadow!
Seriously? This is my first one-on-one against him, but he's annoyingly fast.
Our formation has been ripped apart!
Kunigami's physique, Reo's tactics, and Chigiri's speed...
They understand one another's weapons, and by bringing out each other's abilities,
they've achieved a tri-fusion on a higher plane
that even surpasses geniuses like Barou and Nagi!
Yeah!
Eat it!
Damn.
They're a great team.
Now I'm definitely fired up.
Now I'm definitely crushing them!
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Maid Café
King Barou
King!
Welcome back, master!
Maid Café King Barou
Barou
Baro, baro, kyun!
King Barou
Barou's specialty: the King Love Omurice.
With extra hearts!
Baro, baro, kyun!
Baro
K
y
u
n
Baro, baro, kyun!
Nagi Seishiro
Isagi Yoichi
This is what "Maid Barou" means, right?
Yikes! That's super gross!
Barou Shouei
Stop doing weird stuff to me in your imaginations, shitheads!
Oh, wait, that might work.
"Swearing Maid Café."
Oh, true!
King Barou
Maid Café
With Swear Words?!
King Barou
Maid Café
With Swear Words?!
Please get the hell out...
King Barou
Maid Café
With Swear Words?!
you donkey bastards!
That might actually catch on! It's a real business opportunity!
I think it'll work.
No, it won't! I'll kick you to death!