I can go as far as I want.
Faster and farther than anyone.
Where in the world is the limit? I can't see it yet.
Just look forward and forge ahead.
Fight recklessly.
Until you conquer and win.
If you want to snatch it away no matter what...
...don't give up till the end. (Get Through the Night.)
When we look straight at the faraway place...
...our thoughts come together as one.
IGPX!
Go For It!
Stand firm and stay arrogantly stubborn.
Don't look back if it's the course you set.
Let's rise to the top of the very best.
If you stop, it's all over right there.
Show Fight!
Wow.
Three seconds over his best.
It must handle quite differently from before with the new OS.
All right, keep it up.
Test the formation relay?
Yeah.
Here we go.
Final tuning goes quickly on course.
The OS is running well too.
Team Satomi has gotten fast.
To think the day would truly come when we'd practice on course.
At this rate, we'll be champions again this year for sure!
The second year is when our true ability will be tested.
But I'm hopeful.
Of course!
Formation D!
Okay!
And last year's victorious team!
Team Satomi!
To think last year's rookie team would reign as champion!
They won't betray hopes for the best races this year.
Right, Takeshi?
I'm confident.
How does being in the sought-after spot feel?
I honestly didn't think we'd be in this spot after only a year.
It's the best.
Such confidence!
Team Satomi, the team worthiest of attention!
Next, let me introduce IGPX League 1's newcomers...
...replacing last year's last-ranked Team Black Egg.
Mark, is it okay not to go?
I don't do well in those places.
Just go in your work clothes and a bow tie.
Sorry.
They won an overwhelming victory in IGPX League 2!
Team White Snow!
Leader Zanak, Judy...
...and an addition for League 1, replacing last year's member Ryu.
Their new member, Max.
This season's notable team!
Whoa, she's cute.
Aren't you a Fantine fan?
So what?
Their potential is still unknown, but...
We'll show you the best battles.
What a bold statement! What guts!
That was Team White Snow, this season's notable team!
She is cute!
I'll be her fan...
Idiot, she'll think nothing of you!
I've seen her somewhere...
You don't know that. I'll be her fan first. I've seen her somewhere...
You don't know that. I'll be her fan first.
How's your machine?
The OS is nice.
Go easy on me.
Same here.
Thanks.
You're not there yet.
Are you henpecked already?
From day one.
They're so playful.
I kind of understand Fantine's feelings.
It's cute. That confidence and youth...
He's got it rough.
Cat food sales increased tenfold thanks to your win last year.
We're counting on you this season too.
Thank you.
They're sickeningly confident.
Well, that's Takeshi's strength.
Though we don't want to admit it.
Confucius says...
..."Admit when you don't know. That's knowing."
You're a strong person.
You like the Analects, don't you?
Yes.
Beautiful!
I'm a fan of yours, Takeshi.
Could you please sign this?
Your battles last year were the best.
Fighting you will truly be an honor.
S-Sure.
What's wrong?
Here.
Thank you so much.
Oh, let me introduce someone.
Max!
Come, say hello.
Nice to meet you.
Wow, what a difference from last year.
What about last year?
N-Nothing at all.
Getting carried away as usual.
River.
Be a little more aware of your surroundings.
Am I that clueless?
I'm the one who knows you best.
That's why I'll beat you.
Remember that.
What a wonderful friend.
See you.
The best.
I'm looking forward to our race.
Your hands stopped shaking.
I won't lose.
I look forward to racing you again more than anything else.
I'm glad I've become the challenger.
Nothing's more fun than piloting my machine now.
I look forward to battling no one else but you, Takeshi.
I really mean it.
I'm very honored.
Let me see what you've got.
I won't lose, Cunningham.
Let me do it again.
The race is soon. Don't push too hard.
Please.
I wonder why we won...
All right!
Guess who?
I told you to knock first.
Ow... I'm sorry, my beloved little sister.
You passed.
It's before a match. I want to focus.
You need me to focus.
Besides, don't you need a change of pace?
A champion can afford to play with this.
Hey, without games, you've got free time.
I don't have free time. I have race analysis...
Later.
Hey!
Jeez...
Stupid thing...
He's simple.
We'll be able to show you the best races.
I see. Then what are the pilots' conditions?
Perfect.
Lost some sleep?
A bit.
Were you nervous?
Playing with a puzzle ring.
I see.
No reckless formations or arguments because you lost sleep.
I don't think that'll happen.
They won't go down easily.
I know, Andrei.
But we're the champion team.
We'll be fine.
Takeshi, a word before the race?
What's your plan?
Well, this year's opening race is about to start!
Facing last year's victorious Team Satomi is Team Edgeraid!
With improved trademarked teamwork and full of fighting spirit!
Ready?
Takeshi's ears...
They'd look great pierced.
Team Satomi is using a new OS this year.
With new machines, I'm sure we'll see exciting races this year!
You can manage from there, Max?
Yeah, I'm fine.
All machines are present on the grid.
The hot, hot race is set to go! The best season's about to start!
They're going fast.
Looks like they're wasting power though.
Is that the real Takeshi?
I doubt it.
Too calm.
I'm honestly excited, but I've never been this relaxed.
The machines?
No problems.
Takeshi's a little different this year.
I don't understand complicated stuff...
...but he's aware of his surroundings.
Or pulling everyone together.
I can relax and watch him.
Is it because of our mentoring?
Sure is.
My work will finally become easier.
I'm flattered.
Each machine is in a beautiful formation.
But Edgeraid has quite a lead in the first lap.
Will this be an advantage or disadvantage?
Watch me, no matter what.
I'm watching.
So give it your best.
They're all entering the second lap!
Are you ready?
Anytime.
Okay.
We'll teach those optimistic kittens.
It's open!
Formation D! Go!
Anytime!
Don't go! It's a trap!
Welcome, Ta-ke-shi.
Don't interfere.
Bye-bye!
Liz!
Yahoo!
Beautiful, Takeshi.
Jump!
If this keeps up...
Amy, stop it!
I can't get closer!
Let me!
Amy, catch Takeshi!
Cut it!
Wow, Team Satomi's Liz flew over the course to save Takeshi!
What?
What is this?
What?
Shut up...
I'm fine.
You're not fine!
Then you think of a plan or two!
Amazing...
Nothing's changed!
Shut up!
Takeshi!
Look at last year's winner, Team Satomi!
They're in the second lap and haven't taken the lead once!
This...
This is our potential.
I'll advance, so use that...
This can't be!
Stupid!
Takeshi...
He never improves, does he?
If we don't work together, what then?
What?
How did we do it?
We got out of so many pinches till now...
...but I don't know how we did.
Why are you laughing?
I thought so much of you.
Losing confidence because you can't take the lead...
Right, Mark?
This isn't the time to be laughing!
Takeshi, your head really is empty.
What's that?
Come on, let's counterattack.
The orange-colored sunset...
...dyes the colors of the scenery.
Soon night will fall.
It's a little chilly, isn't it?
Frustrations of today.
Sadness and quietly concealed tears.
All will change into tomorrow's radiance.
Don't worry.
I'll hug you tightly, tightly.
It'll be fine.
Keep believing in your feelings.
I'll smile more and more for you.
Though this is all I can do.
I want to be by your side even so.
I whisper in my heart, "I love you."