Chapter 57: The First Tryots Match Test Officially Begins
Blue Lock Audiovisual Room…
"So strong… Yūshin Zeya and Yūshin Seiichi's coordination is simply perfect…"
"How on earth did they pull that off?"
Isagi Yoichi sat in stunned silence, eyes wide as he watched the match footage between Seiichi's team and the World Stars. What began as casual analysis quickly spiraled into obsession.
Originally, he just wanted to review the footage of the Top 6 players to help decide which team to join. But now, he was completely captivated by the chemistry between the Neon Twins.
This is the beauty of football…
Powerful individual skills. Perfect teamwork.
This… is the football I dream of playing.
"…So which team should I choose?"
Isagi groaned, burying his face in his hands.
"It's not an easy decision," a voice said behind him.
"Reo…" Isagi turned to see Reo Mikage leaning against the wall.
"I don't know which team to choose either," Reo admitted, walking over to sit beside him.
"Huh? Reo, shouldn't you be with Nagi automatically? He picked you in the second selection."
"Tch. Don't act like you didn't tear us apart!" Reo snapped.
"Ah! Sorry!" Isagi quickly bowed.
Reo sighed. "I was planning to ask Nagi which team he's joining…"
He played a clip of Nagi dribbling past defenders with nonchalant ease.
"…but after seeing how far ahead he's gotten, I realized something."
Reo's voice dropped.
"He's evolved into someone beyond my reach. I don't even know if I can keep up anymore."
"I know if I miss this chance, I might never fight beside him again. But if I cling too hard, he might drift even further."
"I'm stuck."
Isagi nodded slowly.
"Actually, I've been torn between Team A and Team B."
"But I know one thing: if I miss this opportunity… I might never catch up."
He clenched his fist.
"I want someone who'll push me to evolve—someone I can fight alongside and grow with."
He stood up, fire in his eyes.
And that person… is you, Seiichi.
Rustle…
With resolve in his heart, Isagi selected Team B.
The Voting Deadline Has Expired.
"Now, I'll announce the group selections."
Group A (Zeya & Rin's Team):
Yūshin Zeya
Rin Itoshi
Bachira Meguru
Aryū Jyūbei
Tokimitsu Aoshi
Nanase Nijirō
Yuzu Haruhiko
Hiori Yo
Ishikari
Igarashi Gurimu
Haiji
Group B (Seiichi & Shidō's Team):
Yūshin Seiichi
Shidō Ryusei
Raichi Jingo
Niko Ikki
Isagi Yoichi
Shiguma
Kiyora Jin
Hiiragi
Nagi Seishirō
Chigiri Hyōma
Zantetsu Tsurugi
Kuon Wataru
Reo Mikage
Group C (Karasu & Otoya's Team):
Karasu Tabito
Otoya Eita
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Chapter 57: The First Match of the Adaptation Test Officially Begins
Blue Lock Audiovisual Room…
So strong… Yūshin Zeya and Yūshin Seiichi's coordination is simply perfect…
How on earth did they pull that off?
Isagi Yoichi sat in stunned silence, eyes wide as he watched the match footage between Seiichi's team and the World Stars. What began as casual analysis quickly spiraled into obsession.
Originally, he just wanted to review the footage of the Top 6 players to help decide which team to join. But now, he was completely captivated by the chemistry between the Neon Twins.
This is the beauty of football… Powerful individual skills. Perfect teamwork. This… is the football I dream of playing.
"…So which team should I choose?"
Isagi groaned, burying his face in his hands.
"It's not an easy decision," a voice said behind him.
"Reo…" Isagi turned to see Reo Mikage leaning against the wall, arms crossed.
"I don't know which team to choose either," Reo admitted, walking over to sit beside him.
"Huh? Reo, shouldn't you be with Nagi automatically?"
"Tch. Don't act like you didn't tear us apart!" Reo snapped.
"Ah—! Sorry!"
Reo sighed. "I was planning to ask Nagi which team he's joining…"
He played a clip of Nagi's elegant goal.
"But now, after seeing how far ahead he's gotten… I realized something."
He's evolved into someone beyond my reach.
"If I cling too hard, I'll just slow him down. And if I don't reach out at all… I might lose my chance forever."
"…I'm stuck."
Isagi was quiet for a long moment. Then—
"I've been torn between Team A and Team B."
His fists clenched.
"Whether it's Yūshin Seiichi or Rin Itoshi—they're the ones I want to surpass."
"But I know one thing: If I hesitate now, I might never catch up."
He stood up, fire in his eyes.
"And that person… is you, Seiichi."
Rustle…
With quiet resolve, Isagi Yoichi selected Team B.
"The voting deadline has expired."
"All players, report to the assembly area."
Team announcements appeared on the big screen:
Group A (Zeya & Rin's Team):
Yūshin Zeya
Rin Itoshi
Bachira Meguru
Aryū Jyūbei
Tokimitsu Aoshi
Nanase Nijirō
Yuzu Haruhiko
Hiori Yo
Ishikari
Igarashi Gurimu
Haiji
Group B (Seiichi & Shidō's Team):
Yūshin Seiichi
Shidō Ryusei
Raichi Jingo
Niko Ikki
Isagi Yoichi
Shiguma
Kiyora Jin
Hiiragi
Nagi Seishirō
Chigiri Hyōma
Zantetsu Tsurugi
Kuon Wataru
Reo Mikage
Group C (Karasu & Otoya's Team):
Karasu Tabito
Otoya Eita
Gagamaru Gin
Sarudōji
Tanaka
Himizu Tatsuki
Barō Shōei
Saramadara
Sokura
Nagi (second match)
Yukimiya Kenyu
"…Huh?" Isagi stared. "Why does Team B have the most people?"
Bachira walked up. "Because Seiichi makes it easy for people to shine. His tempo is adaptable."
Then with a grin—"But I joined Team A. I want to fight him, not follow him."
Isagi laughed. "That sounds like you."
Ego appeared on screen.
"Group A vs. Group B. First match of the Adaptation Test."
"Three players from each team will be randomly selected."
Match Begins – Five-on-Five
Seiichi jogged onto the field, his eyes flicking toward Zeya.
Tch. He's been ignoring me for days. Is he scared… or just cold?
The gate opened.
Shidō cracked his neck. "Heh. There's my prey."
Team B selected players:
Isagi Yoichi
Zantetsu Tsurugi
Kuon Wataru
"Yo! Zantetsu! Kuon!" Seiichi grinned. "Glad you're with me."
"You know them?" Shidō asked.
"Hell yeah. We've fought together."
Team A selected players:
Hiori Yo
Ishikari
Nanase Nijirō
"Yo," Hiori greeted Zeya. "Didn't think we'd meet so soon."
"Former teammates," he added as Nanase waved nervously.
Rin remained silent.
Ego's voice echoed:
"This is a 5v5 match. First to 5 goals wins."
"Your goalkeeper is BLUE LOCK MAN."
"Begin."
Shidō slammed his fists together. "Let's go destroy someone."
Seiichi smiled faintly, eyes focused.
"Zeya, hope you're watching…"
Because I'm coming for you.