Haikyuu : The Legend

The gymnasium was buzzing as Aoba Johsai and Shiratorizawa prepared to start the match. The atmosphere was electric.

Coach Irihata: "Stay focused, guys. They have Ushijima, but we have a complete team. Don't let his aura intimidate you."

Oikawa, Ren, Iwaizumi and the others place themselves on the ground. Ushijima, on the other side, stood like an impenetrable wall.

[ Other side ]

coach Washijo: "Let's stay focused, Aoba Johsai is a good team, but we are Shiratorizawa! Let's remind them why they still haven't managed to win us"

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Referee: " let the two teams come together "

Tendou (with an intriguing smile): "So he's the famous genius Ace?" he said, looking at Ren.

Ushijima just looked at Ren. Ren felt something, turned, and their eyes met for a moment, electricity in the air...

Ren (thoughts): "So, what's it like to play against a monster? HAHA...I can't wait to compete with him."

in the stands we could see the players from Karasuno and those from Nekoma who had come to watch this confrontation, eager to gather valuable information

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[ The Match Begins ]

Aoba Johsai earned the right to serve.

After a good reception, Shiratorizawa started strong. Eita sent a high pass to the right where Ushijima was.

Eita Semi: "greet them properly Ushijima-san"

Ushijima took his momentum and rushed in front of a block of 3 people Ushijima hit a powerful attack on the first ball that went through the block of Ren, Hanamaki and Iwaizumi.

Commentator: "And it's Ushijima! An unstoppable attack that opens the scoring for Shiratorizawa!"

Iwaizumi (wiping his hands): "It's off to a good start... This guy is a bulldozer."

Ren carefully observed Ushijima's every move.

Ren (thoughts): "No wonder he's considered one of the best. But I'm here to show what I can do, too."

The next attack after a quick pass from Oikawa, Ren faked a straight attack and at the last moment changed to a cross attack in the right corner.

Commentator: "Magnificent response from Ren, the two Aces go blow for blow"

The match was quickly balanced. Shiratorizawa as usual relying on Ushijima and Tendou's blocks, And Aoba Johsai relying on Oikawa who varied his passes, using Iwaizumi for quick attacks, Hanamaki for feints, and finally Ren for powerful and varied strikes .

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In a tense exchange, Ren received a high pass from Oikawa and executed a lightning diagonal that grazed the line, scoring a crucial point.

Commentator: "Incredible! Ren Takeshi shows that he is not here to play supporting roles!"

Ren began to chain varied attacks, alternating between cross strikes, fast balls and feints, destabilizing Shiratorizawa.

Tendou: "He's elusive, this guy. It seems like he can hit anywhere!"

But Ushijima responded with raw power. Even against a triple block, he sent balls that hit the ground before anyone could react.

Coach Washijo: "That's it, Wakatoshi. Show them."

The match is quickly balanced. Oikawa varies his passes, using Iwaizumi for quick attacks, Hanamaki for feints, and finally Ren for powerful and varied strikes.

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The score was close. Ren and Ushijima began to monopolize the game, each team relying on their Ace to make the difference. During a rally, Ushijima hit a ball straight. Ren anticipated and dove for a landing, but the power of the strike destabilized him and sent him to the ground with his arms numb.

Ren: "Tchh...a real monster."

Commentator: "What a spectacular defense from Ren Takeshi!"

Oikawa quickly positioned himself under the ball and Shiratorizawa's block tried to anticipate the direction of attack, but at the last moment Oikawa made a second-hand attack that caught Shiratorizawa's entire defense off-guard and scored a point.

The next attack Oikawa sent a lightning fast pass to Iwaizumi but Tendou with a perfect reading block sent the ball back to Aoba Johsai's side.

Tanaka (in the stands): "This match is a real monster ballet"

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The game continued and the score was :

[24-24]

each team was fighting to gain the advantage. Shiratorizawa attempted a quick attack, but Iwaizumi managed to block Goshiki. The ball passed into Aoba Johsai's court.

Oikawa: "This is our chance!"

Oikawa made a quick pass and Ren feigned an attack but let the ball pass at the last moment for Hanamaki who hit a powerful ball scoring a crucial point.

Commentator: "And Aoba Johsai leads 25-24!"

The moment was crucial because it was the last exchange of the first set. Shiratorizawa was determined to equalize. Ushijima hit a fearsome ball, but Iwaizumi touched it with his fingertips to slow its speed. Hanamaki dove for some incredible defense, knocking the ball back into the air.

Oikawa quickly positioned himself under the ball with total concentration, the positioning of the players, every corner of the pitch, everything was visible:

Oikawa (Thoughts): "speed, positioning, Angle... Perfect"

he threw a perfect high pass with a confident smile.

Oikawa: "Finish this set, Ren!"

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footsteps followed one another...

Ren (thoughts): "An Ace… is the one who carries the hopes of his team and meets their expectations"

He gained more momentum than usual and a loud "Boom" was heard as Ren jumped higher than ever.

Commentator: "Look at that! It looks like it has wings!"

Ren rose into the air, led by the confidence of his teammates. Shiratorizawa's triple block was waiting for him, but he didn't waver. He hit the ball with phenomenal power, piercing the block and sending the ball straight to the ground in Shiratorizawa's court.

Commentator: "And it's over! Aoba Johsai wins the first set thanks to a spectacular attack from Ren Takeshi!"

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The gymnasium erupted in cheers. Ren landed, breathing heavily, but with a bright smile.

Oikawa (holding out his hand): "That's it, Ren."

Across the net, Ushijima looked at Ren with a calculating look.

Ushijima: "He's good. But it's only the first set."

Coach Washijo: "This boy... He reminds me of Wakatoshi. But he's more unpredictable. Keep an eye on him."

Ren returned to his teammates, welcoming their congratulations.

Hanamaki: "What was that?! Do you want to be nicknamed Super Saiyan or something?"

Iwaizumi: "Keep it up, Ren. But don't rest on your laurels, the match isn't over."

Ren: "Don't worry. I still have a lot to show."

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End of the episode: The duel between Aoba Johsai and Shiratorizawa had only just begun.