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The Build Up

Maru Kang is an ordinary high school student until his father forces him to watch a soccer match on television. The experience ignites a sudden, all-consuming passion for the sport within him. Determined to change his life, he sets an ambitious new goal: to become an incredible soccer player. However, Maru faces a daunting reputation. At school, he is already widely known as the 'King of the Losers,' a label that seems to define his existence. His journey is not about natural talent but relentless effort, as he must confront this perception and the numerous obstacles in his path. The story follows his grueling attempt to transform himself, navigating the challenges of training, competition

Setting Up to Fail

A collection of seven short stories by Masanori Morita, including a gallery of color pages from his series *Rokudenashi Blues*. The anthology spans genres from comedy and sports to drama and action, showcasing the author's versatility. In the title story, two stand-up comedians prepare for a school festival, navigating the pressures of performance and friendship. Another tale follows Tatsumi Shindo, a wrestler from a Yakuza family who struggles to prove his strength in the ring without his family's intimidating reputation. A pilot one-shot that later became the series *Bachi-Atari Rock* is also included, along with other standalone narratives exploring themes of ambition, identity, and ever

Ping Kong

A girl starts playing table tennis alongside her twin sister. While she quickly shows great promise and natural talent, her sister struggles with no aptitude for the sport. Their shared passion for the game takes a turn when the sister undergoes a dramatic change. As the talented twin advances in her table tennis career, the bond between the sisters is tested. The once-close siblings must navigate the growing gap in their abilities and the unexpected transformation that threatens to reshape their relationship.

All Right!

A cold and aloof boy dismisses his hardworking classmates as "useless," viewing their efforts as pointless. His solitary worldview is challenged when a mysterious senior invites him to join a baseball club that has only two members. Despite his initial reluctance, he finds himself drawn into the world of baseball, where he must confront his own apathy and learn to work with others. As the club struggles to recruit new members and prepare for competition, he begins to discover the value of teamwork and perseverance.

Sekai Ichi!

Sabakan! Kai Koukou Sabage Butai