Ep. 4: Kikumaru plays Singles 2 against Kai from Higa while demonstrating his Seal Step.
Aired on July 28, 2006
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Kikumaru competes in a Singles 2 match against Kai from Higa. The narrative highlights the intense training Kikumaru undertook to significantly boost his stamina. His lateral movement has improved to such an extent that it appears as though there are two Kikumarus on the court. This specific motion is identified as the Seal Step, creating the visual illusion of a doppelganger. The episode focuses on showcasing these physical enhancements and the resulting impact on his gameplay during the match against his opponent.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Ryoma Returns from America for the All-Japan National Tournament First Match
- Ep. 2 · Ryoma Debut Cool Drive and Drive C Against Higa Middle School Opponent
- Ep. 3 · Fuji and Kawamura counter the Shukuchi Method with the Kagerou Zutsumi technique
- Ep. 4 · Kikumaru plays Singles 2 against Kai from Higa while demonstrating his Seal Step.
- Ep. 5 · Yagyuu questions Kaido about life without his Snake while Kaido plays Doubles alone
- Ep. 6 · Tezuka Faces Kite's Desperate Tactics with the Pinnacle of Hard Work
- Ep. 7 · Seigaku plays beach volleyball against Rokkaku between matches
- Ep. 8 · Hyotei Reflects on Kantou Loss Before Seigaku Quarterfinals