Ep. 44: Hikaru Defeats Waya and Faces Ochi's Training Under Akira
Aired on August 14, 2002
Hikaru successfully defeats Waya in their match. Following this victory, Akira encourages Ochi to secure a win against Hikaru during the subsequent day's game. Hikaru later discovers that Ochi has been receiving instruction from Akira specifically to prepare for their upcoming confrontation. This revelation highlights the strategic efforts made by Ochi's side to counter Hikaru's skills ahead of the scheduled encounter.
Episodes
- Ep. 40 · Isumi's Guilt and Ochi's Deduction Lead to a Critical Exam Match
- Ep. 41 · Isumi defeats Ochi while Hikaru reaches thirteen wins in fifteen days
- Ep. 42 · Ochi passes exam with one loss while Hikaru faces pressure for remaining spots
- Ep. 43 · Hikaru and Waya compete in the final match to determine professional status
- Ep. 44 · Hikaru Defeats Waya and Faces Ochi's Training Under Akira
- Ep. 45 · Hikaru confronts Ochi, who employs a technique inspired by Akira, while Waya fights Fuku for professional status.
- Ep. 46 · Hikaru and Waya secure victories while Isumi fails to advance professionally
- Ep. 47 · Hikaru, Waya, and Ochi gain professional status and face evaluation matches.
- Ep. 48 · Hikaru allows Sai to play against Toya Meijin under strict conditions