Ep. 54: Online Go players suspect Toya is an impostor until he defeats top rivals.

Internet Go enthusiasts notice Toya playing online and initially suspect he is an impostor. Ichiryu, the reigning Kisei titleholder in Japan, challenges the suspected faker but is easily defeated. Other elite players, including world amateur champion Li Rinshin, recognize the opponent’s superior skill as genuine. Meanwhile, fans are unaware that a significant millennium match between Sai and Toya is imminent. Akari visits and challenges Hikaru to a game. Sai agrees to play under a nine stone handicap to help settle his nerves before the upcoming event. This sequence highlights the growing reputation of the mysterious online player while setting the stage for future confrontations involving the main characters.

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