Ep. 31: Hikaru faces Tsubaki's intimidating sealed move in the preliminary rounds
Aired on May 15, 2002
Hikaru needs to win three preliminary matches to reach the professional exam finals. His first opponent is Tsubaki, a motorcyclist who seals his move before lunch. Hikaru loses this game because he lacks experience with the rules regarding sealed moves during breaks. This defeat leaves Hikaru nervous and on edge as he prepares for his second preliminary round match. The source material highlights how Tsubaki's intimidation tactics affected Hikaru's performance and mental state during the competition.
Episodes
- Ep. 27 · Hikaru plays simultaneous matches at Haze Go Club after discovering Yuki's departure and disappointment.
- Ep. 28 · Hikaru and friends compete in the Young Lions Tournament with uncertain outcomes.
- Ep. 29 · Hikaru's Defeat and Ogata's Insight Before the Final Match
- Ep. 30 · Ogata faces a difficult sealed move while Sai challenges an arrogant amateur player.
- Ep. 31 · Hikaru faces Tsubaki's intimidating sealed move in the preliminary rounds
- Ep. 32 · Hikaru advances to finals with consecutive wins and favorable draw
- Ep. 33 · Hikaru, Waya, and Isumi form a team to play at a Go salon
- Ep. 34 · Akira plays four simultaneous matches while instructed to lose, demonstrating his cunning abilities.
- Ep. 35 · Hikaru visits a Korean salon and challenges Su-Young Hong to prove Japan's Go strength