You still haven't noticed?
Two crowns?
They're smart.
For them to win,
they needed to acquire the crown first and have Bam sit on the throne.
But once he hands him the crown,
there's no telling if they can defend Bam from all of them attacking at once.
So Khun needed to distract the other teams until Bam could sit on the throne.
What's going on?
Countless crowns?
That bag must have the power to copy things.
Immediately after acquiring the crown, he copied it
and created a fake, which he threw at his opponents.
Here!
So you're mocking us!
You can't be serious!
Unforgivable!
You guys know what to do!
We'll start by killing that blue-haired kid together!
Yeah!
Don't touch my prey!
Toss!
Stupid turtles.
That's one victory.
The third round is now over.
You know, those guys might really...
You're ignoring me?
We're now accepting participants for the fourth round.
Two games to go, huh?
Piece of cake!
Those guys actually seem to believe they'll win.
Should we press our buzzer?
Not yet.
I'll let them dream a little longer.
The real game starts now.
Hey, blue turtle.
So that bag isn't an infinite chocolate bar dispenser?
What kind of limited functionality is that?
But a bag that can copy anything is amazing.
You mean a bag that can also copy.
Huh?
You know, you're a real brat, blue turtle.
What?
You really wanted to show off that bag, didn't you?
No, idiot.
I just wanted to tell that lizard not to underestimate us.
Khun...
The fourth round has begun.
Well, well.
Only three teams.
I'll hunt them all in an instant!
Don't.
Huh?
Hey, why not?!
Khun?
Hup...
I'm saying we should take a break.
A break? What do you mean?
Our strongest opponents will come out in the final round.
We need to prepare for that.
But...
I have a suggestion.
A suggestion?
Why don't we forge a temporary alliance to bring them down?
Do you hear what they're saying?
You'll see.
Okay...
We'll fight fair and square after we've taken the crown.
What do you think?
What should we do?
Good idea. I wouldn't want to waste any—
What?
W-Were you not listening?
Huh?
Red Hair...
What was that for?
See? I said there was no need to fight.
Did you know this would happen?
Of course I did.
They're on our side.
Remember the first test?
When we narrowed down 400 Regulars to 200.
Yes.
I thought that rule could go eat shit.
So I gathered allies inside this bag.
"I'll put you in my bag and carry you."
"I promise I'll get you past the test if you'll lend me your strength."
Hup.
Meeting you guys in that field and
the team-building test that came afterward were unexpected, though.
The three guys inside my bag had enough for a team, too.
And the test administrator noticed.
You seem to be carrying quite the heavy bag.
I let them out of the bag during the break
after the third test and explained the situation to them.
Me tying my hair up with this bandanna was the signal for them to help me.
I hadn't noticed you'd done that at all.
Of course you didn't.
If anyone notices the ace up your sleeve, it's over.
Clever turtle.
You ruined my hunting time.
Gator, you can go wild later.
Don't think you can trick me with...
The truth is, I didn't want to use them yet.
But...
I borrowed this from Yuri.
I can't give it to you.
We have to win this game.
I'm sorry. It's my fault.
I told you, it's not that. I want to win.
I want to win and climb the tower with you guys.
Khun...
And I'll hunt you once you're stronger, black turtle.
What? You're still planning to do that?
All the challengers have been incapacitated or disqualified.
As a result, the fourth round goes to Bam, Khun, and Rak.
Those guys are calm and collected.
If you'd like to participate in the final round, please press your buzzer.
Anaak, are you scared because you might lose your bet?
Shut up.
Ow!
Stop! You're crushing me! You're crushing me!
As expected, enough teams elected to participate without a countdown.
I smell some strong turtles.
But you're confident in your skills, right?
It's exciting.
I'm counting on you.
Bam, what's wrong?
Sorry. I spaced out.
They're from the other testing area.
Yeah.
I know more or less how strong the others are, but they're an unknown value.
Like it or not, this is the final round.
Which team will claim the crown?
Let the game begin!
Come on, turtles! Come and get—
...me?!
You're on their side, too?
Gator!
I know!
Quit scurrying around!
Bam!
Aren't you embarrassed to be walking around in full-body tights?
What's going on here?
Gator, stay next to Bam.
Don't get distracted.
Your opponents are over here.
This is what I've been waiting for.
It's okay.
Don't worry.
We won't steal the crown.
That voice...
Rachel?
Is that you, Rachel?
Rach—
First comes rock!
Rock again!
Hey, blue turtle!
Did you bribe that fluttering turtle, too?
No!
They came from a different testing area.
I didn't have time for that.
Then...
Taste my toss!
Why are they helping us?
I don't know, but I'll say this.
They're not interested in the crown.
I don't know why they're helping us...
But it's clear now.
This game...
is ours.
You cannot pass. You'll die here.
How infuriating.
Before you die, I'll remove that mask and destroy your face.
Are you Rachel?
Is that why you're helping me?
If you're Rachel, what's the point of continuing this game?
What's the point of climbing the tower?
Playtime is over.
Just die already!
Bam!
Rachel!
No, Bam!
He left the throne!
Don't!
I'm sorry, Khun...
Damn it!
Rak...
Black turtle!
But I...
I have to...
protect Rachel...
Is that Shinsu?
Oh, my. You've lost control.
First, be delighted by our reunion.
Then sleep.
Bam! Bam!
Seriously, what's going on?
Why is the path to the Floor of Tests so complicated?
The path hasn't been cleared.
Besides, why would you pick a fight
with Evankhell by going to the Floor of Tests?
Maybe I'll look for a more competent and less whiny Navigator.
Miss Yuri!
He was right! We can probably go that other way!
Then let's go.
Are you that eager to see the newbie?
You'll understand once you meet him.
I see...
This is no time for excitement, Miss Yuri.
That boy's power is too dangerous.
I see. Then the crown game...
Yes. It ended without a winner.
After all, the crown was destroyed.
The Regulars were more exhausted than I expected,
so I gave them a three-day break.
That must have been difficult.
Not at all.
Want a drink?
What?
Didn't you come because you had something to discuss?
You're quite serious about that.
I recommend my special caffè latte.
It's instant coffee?
What did you want to discuss?
Could you tell me the real reason you asked me to run the crown game?
It was Quant.
I heard about how Quant cut his test short.
I'm not asking about that, but about your intentions.
After all, it's strange.
If, like Quant, you wanted the trio that caused problems
at the other testing area to move on to another floor
before Evankhell found out, they would have recklessly gone for the crown.
But they expressed no interest in the crown.
What are you trying to say?
Apparently, one of them had previously met one of my examinees.
The rules state that acquaintances cannot participate in the same test.
That's what Headon decided.
If your goal was to—
Why do you think we administer tests?
What?
To determine who is worthy to climb the tower?
No.
Our job is to expel those who have thoughts or powers
that would bring harm to the tower.
Why are you bringing this up now?
Does anyone among your current examinees meet that criteria?
Not particularly.
If you understand that, then there was a reason to run the crown game.
Am I wrong?
I should go.
Test administrator.
Yes?
Have you ever seen someone who hasn't formed a contract with an Administrator
use Shinsu without any constraints before?
That would violate the tower's laws.
But I've heard there are individuals like that.
Like Urek Mazino, an Irregular.
I see.
How troublesome, and in a manner entirely different from Quant.
Did he dodge the question, or did I hit a nerve?
That...
was far beyond simply controlling Shinsu.
Bam himself became Shinsu.
It certainly could pose a threat to the tower.
You're a fool, Lero Ro.
You fell so easily for everything the test administrator said.
Will Bam wake up?
Hey, you'd better wake up soon.
The test starts tomorrow.
If you don't take it, you'll be disqualified.
Hello.
You're...
My name is Rachel.
I have a request.