With the addition of the chaotic and uncooperative Shoei Barou, Yoichi Isagi and Seishiro Nagi advance to the 3-on-3 stage of the Rivalry Battle. They are quickly challenged to a match by a powerful trio consisting of Kunigami, Chigiri, and Reo Mikage. The game immediately exposes the severe tactical flaws in Isagi's new team, as Barou absolute refusal to pass the ball disrupts their entire rhythm. As Chigiri's speed and Reo's versatility dominate the field, Isagi realizes he cannot force Barou to cooperate. Instead, Isagi uses Barou's selfish movements as a distraction, devouring his teammate's space on the field to score and forcing the arrogant King to undergo an identity crisis.