Hakone Academy's ace Ashikiba Takuto wins the three-way battle for the first day of the Inter-high! Naruko and Midousuji just narrowly tie for second. Having won all of the first day's number tags, Hakone Academy reclaims its throne. Naruko acts cheerful during the award ceremony, but his heart is trembling with frustration. Not only did Sohoku place second in all stages, but Kaburagi collapses from exhaustion, and a disquieting atmosphere settles on the team. Just as Sakamichi is looking anxious, former Sohoku captain Kinjou appears before him...
You're the ones who support each other.
Die, die sich unterstützen, seid ihr.
Son ustedes los que deben apoyarse.
Sois vosotros los que debéis apoyaros.
Oui, et c’est à vous de le faire.
Voi dovete aiutarvi gli uni con gli altri.
Vocês é que têm que se apoiar.
Это вы поддерживаете друг друга.