Team X vs Team W
"50 system points have been redeemed for 800 system cash."
Shortly after the transaction, the system window was closed.
After that, I visited the FUT SHOP and purchased two random skill cards.
'1000 System Cash has been deducted from your account.' The system announced
"A new random skill has been purchased. Check the Inventory to learn more about it."
I then went ahead and opened the inventory window.
[Inventory]
[4x Stamina Elixir]
[4x Strength Enhancing Elixir]
[+5 All Stat]
[3x Mental Pill]
[-10% Store Sales]
[+5 All Physical Stats]
[2x Skill Boost Pill]
[4x Agility Elixir]
[Random Skills:
Equip to start randomizing]
I thought about my inventory and decided to activate the +5 All Physical Stats first because I was interested in seeing how my stats would change.
[System Remark: The user must lie down in a comfortable position]
[Please be ready as there will be multiple shocks after countdown]
3...
2...
1...
After the countdown, I embraced myself for the shocks.
My body started to grow stronger and more competent, and I noticed that my heart and nerves were beating rapidly. I felt a surge of energy coursing through my body.
I realized the boost had unintended negative effects, as I had a terrible headache and passed out in the bathtub.
I woke up an hour later in the bathtub, surrounded by my teammates.
They then proceeded to make fun of me for passing out in such a dramatic way.
I ignored them as they make their way outside.
My system window appeared once again as they walked away.
I revisited the physical menu, and the boost was immediately noticeable.
PLAYER STATS
Physical > 74↑(79) Grade (B)
Mental > 77 Grade (B)
Technique > 74 Grade (B)
Kick > 71 Grade(B)
Gk > 5 Grade(G)
Base/ Overall > 70 Grade(C)
Weapon/Skill: Finesse Shot(C), Chip Shot(D)
Overall (C) - 70
Physical
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STAMINA 70↑(75) ┊ ACCELERATION 76↑(81)
TOP SPEED 77↑(82) ┊ JUMP 69↑(74)
AGILITY 74↑(79) ┊ KINETIC VISION 80↑(85)
REACTION SPEED 79↑(84) ┊ POWER 76↑(81)
BALANCE 70↑(75) ┊
I felt more assured and capable as my physical characteristics significantly improved.
I swiftly activated the Random skill.
My excitement rose as I anxiously anticipated the result, curious to see what new abilities I would learn. I waited with bated breath, eager to discover the hidden potential within me.
'Randomizing Commencing...'
'...3'
'...2'
'1..'
[You've received Alexandre de Carvalho's Nutmeg Skill]
[You've received Cristiano Ronaldo's Stepover Skill]
"A striker carries a weapon! something to disrupt the enemy team."
"To make them yield!! To destroy them! Those are your 'weapons!"
"You can only bring about a revolution with your own weapons." The screen turned off as Ego ended his long speech.
After their first match, Team X in the Blue Lock manga continued to lose all of their matches.
Their egos were shattered, and they were unable to disrupt the other teams. Perhaps they were overconfident after their first dominance.
I wouldn't allow that to happen.
I instructed them to undergo special training as a team. Of course, we weren't going to be a real team right away, but I was determined to instill discipline and unity in them.
Similar to how we destroyed Team Z, we aimed to destroy the other teams.
To make it happen, we all worked harder than ever and increased our training.
Because Team W had not yet played a match in the five-match round-robin, we had to increase our workload because we were scheduled to face them much earlier.
Fifth Stratum
Center Field
Team W vs. Team X
Team X
Goalkeeper: No. 1, Yuza Dokomo.
Left-Back: No. 2, Haato Meiji
Center-Backs: No. 3, Daiya Morinaga
Center-Backs: No. 4, Yawara Banku
Right-Back: No. 5, Chihiro Ezaki
Left-Midfielder: No. 6, Tsukoteru Eiyu
Right-Midfielder: No. 7, Kosei Otsuka
Left-Winger: No. 8, Ruto Kora
Right-Winger: No. 11, Burai Daido
Second Striker: No. 9, Hayashi Murano
Striker: No. 10, Shoei Barou
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Team W
Goalkeeper: No. 1, Raito Fuwa.
Left-Back: No. 2, Kei Shishiya
Center-Backs: No. 3, Koki Mera
Center-Backs: No. 4, Kai Tokita
Right-Back: No. 5, Yujin Koshinaka
Defensive Midfielder: No. 6, Takuma Isezaki
Center Midfielder: No. 7, Noboru Jigen
Center Midfielder: No. 8, Hiromu Munakata
Left-Midfielder: No. 9, Keisuke Wanima
Right-Midfielder: No. 10, Junichi Wanima
Striker: No. 11, Yusei Amazora
Once again, my system window popped up as I entered the Field. I assumed that it was my matchday challenge.
[System Quests]
Match-Day Challenges
1. Score a hattrick (0/3)
2. Assist at least one goal (0/1)
3. Win the match (0/1)
4. Complete the game without receiving a yellow card or red card
* Rewards: +5 All Kick Stats, 1 Shop Resuffle Card, +5 Shoot Stats.
I eventually joined my team in formation as the system's window closed.
Kickoff!!
The Wanima brothers started the kickoff as they sprinted forward, charging together.
They passed among us with lightning speed, showcasing their incredible teamwork and skill. With perfect precision, they maneuvered the ball toward the Team's goal. With each step, it was clear that their synchronized movements would not go unnoticed.
Pa!!
They opened the scoring in the game with a breathtaking goal.
Team W 1 - O Team X
The game was resumed by Daido and Kora as they exchanged passes.
After passing two opponents, Kora switched passes with Daido and Otsuka.
In order to give Barou or Murano a chance to score, Otsuka then hit a through ball toward the opposing defense after entering the attacking third.
Murano grinned as he deftly used the outside of his boot to flick the ball between the last defender's legs. He made a very small touch that moved the ball into the box just a meter or so from the defender. He then launched an inept Elastico shot that went into the goal.
Team W 1 - 1 Team X
An equalizing goal!
The game restarted as the Wanima brothers passed among themselves. This time Team X were determined to stop the twins. They tightened their defense and focused on marking the Wanima brothers closely.
Daido managed to hit a clean slide tackle on one of the Wanima brothers, dispossessing him of the ball.
He then crossed the ball upfield
Murano dashed in the direction of the ball. The defenders for Team W were outmatched but did nothing. Murano went unnoticed until he fired a shot that was a missile aimed at the goal.
Goal!!
Team W 1 - 2 Team X
Team X took the lead.
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Fifth Stratum
An Hour before Team W vs. Team X
Team X Training Room
Recap
"We are at a disadvantage as we have no recordings of Team W's last game since this is their first one." I said as I was explaining the tactic to my teammates.
"They might also act less as a team, just like Team Z did."
"But we can't overlook the Wanima brothers."
"Our focus should be on them as their coordinations, synchronizations, and moves are near perfect."
I suggested to them that they should mark the brothers tightly and always have someone position themselves in between the twins so we can intercept and stop any exchange of passes between them. This will disrupt their flow and prevent them from executing their plays effectively.
By implementing this strategy, we can gain an advantage and increase our chances of winning the game.
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Fifth Stratum
Center Field
Team W vs. Team X
Another goal-scoring opportunity came in the 29th minute as Otsuka passed the ball to Barou.
He dribbled without any showy footwork or brashness, instead using straightforward body feints to get past his opponents as quickly as possible. After confusing opponents with his feints, he would quickly evade them with his blazing speed, denying them the opportunity to try to tackle him or intercept the ball. He was truly a force to be reckoned with on the field. His agility and finesse were unmatched, making him a formidable opponent in any match.
Soon after, Barou skillfully evaded the final defender and found himself up against the goalie of Team Z. The ball soared gracefully into the back of the net, sealing their victory.
"This is my domain!" Barou shouted after the ball found its way to the net.
Team W 1 – 3 Team X
The last goal came in the 43rd minute.
Team X started a counterattack, swiftly moving the ball up the field. The opposing team's defense scrambled to catch up, but Team X's precision passing and quick movements proved too much for them to handle. Meiji then passed the ball to Murano, who was making a run toward the goal.
Murano skillfully evaded two defenders with stepovers and nutmeg and then found himself in a prime scoring position.
The combination of these skills was something else, leaving the defenders stunned and unable to catch up.
Murano created enough space to take a shot. He aimed for the top corner of the net and unleashed a powerful shot.
PA!!
The ball flew past the goalkeeper and into the back of the net, securing the goal.
The game then ended. Murano's incredible display of skill and precision not only secured the goal but also left a lasting impression on both players on Team X and Team W. The win was well-earned, and Murano's performance will undoubtedly be remembered in future games.
End of Match
Score: Team W 1 - 4 Team X
Fifth Stratum
Game 2
Winner: Team X