Ep. 16: Rei and Mariah confront their shared past during the Asian Tournament finals
Aired on April 23, 2001

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During the second round of the Asian Tournament finals, Rei competes against his former teammate and friend, Mariah. Galux and Driger intervene to show the pair a glimpse of the happiness they once shared. This experience leads Rei and Mariah to realize how much they have lost by becoming rivals. Before the match concludes, Rei makes a promise to Mariah that they will remain friends regardless of the outcome. The episode focuses on their emotional reconciliation and the enduring bond between them amidst the intense competition.
Episodes
- Ep. 12 · Rei departs Bladebreakers for mountains, faces Mariah and Takao in battles before returning.
- Ep. 13 · White Tigers battle Spin Shepherds, leading to Rei reclaiming the Driger Beyblade from the Charming Princes.
- Ep. 14 · Takao and Rei Face Obstacles on Their Way to the Semi-Finals
- Ep. 15 · Max faces Gary in Asian Qualifiers finals, losing to Galzzy and causing Bladebreakers first round defeat.
- Ep. 16 · Rei and Mariah confront their shared past during the Asian Tournament finals
- Ep. 17 · Asian Beyblade Tournament final ends in draw before Rei defeats Lee in sudden death
- Ep. 18 · Takao’s Ego and Nicky’s Revenge Against Riley
- Ep. 19 · Bladebreakers visit a BBA research facility in the USA for the American Tournament.
- Ep. 20 · Bladebreakers investigate BBA Research Center and uncover secrets about Max's mother and the All Starz.