In the classroom, Sho and Kenzan are taking a deep breath when they see Judai not coming to the class. Actually, Kenzan just follows the way Sho is doing until Sho gets annoyed. He finally gets up and asks what the first-grade stuident like Kenzan is doing in the second-grade classroom, suggesting him go back. Kenzan stands up and decides to leave peacefully. Because Judai isn't here, there is no meaning for him to stay. Misawa, Asuka, and Manjyome also look at Judai's empty seat and feel so concerned about him. Sho starts crying and calling for his Big Brother.

Judai is sitting alone at a cliff. Looking out, he sees the image of Winged Kuriboh in the cloud. When it disappears, he realizes that it's just an illusion. He takes out his cards and sees that they are all blank. It's true that only he still can't see card spirits. Then, Manjyome appears and asks whether Judai has been up here. He wants to know for how long Judai intends to drama act like this. Although he ditched the class and cried here, the fact that he is still a fool has never changed. Judai replies softly that he's got it. Manjyome gets annoyed and tells him not to answer as if he didn't listen. Judai says that he can't do nothing right now because he can't duel. He honestly doesn't have any idea what he should do, either. Manjyome claims that he gets annoyed since Judai looks unduely hesitant. He's come here to guide him since he was defeated and faced many similar experiences. Judai doesn't say anything, just giving him a sign and leaving as if he understands well what Manjyome wants to tell him.

On the other side, Saiou is predicting future by his tarot. He opens a card and gets [Wheel of Fortune], saying that the wheel of destiny is in the normal position. It's an unexpected result (or the situation isn't under Saiou's control yet). Edo has much improved in the duel against Judai. Despite the fact that Judai was defeated by the deck that obtained his power, his soul should have become Saiou's white servant. Also by Saiou's white shining light, he may be able to control Duel Academy. However, nothing could happen yet. Although Judai's mind has got great damages, his soul is still attached with him. He realizes from this fortune telling that Judai is the duelist who can sense through the spirits and hearts of duels. Saiou is wondering whether the spirits have some connection. Saiou opens another tarot card and says "The Fool, Pilgrim, Wander". The card is actually upright [The Fool] that may refer to Judai, who propably leaves the island soon for the new life. Besides Judai, there is another person (Manjyome) Saiou thinks that he should target on. Meanwhile, he places another Tarot card, and it shows upright [The Hagned Man], which means sacrifice. Then, the light is turned on as a guy is reporting that they have already arrived Duel Academy.

Professor Chronos and Vice Principle Napolean rush to the seaport to welcome the coming of Edo Phoenix's manager who has come urgently without notice. Looking at Saiou's face, Professor Chronos thinks that he looks young. Saiou says that he is Edo's manager for the sake of old friendship. Anyway, Professor Chronos turns back to the point whether Saiou has come to Duel Academy regarding Edo. Vice Principle Napolean is also sure that it must be about Edo. However, Saiou refuses. The issue about Edo follows what he previously talked to Vice Principle Napolean by the phone call (episode 57). Thus, Vice Principle Napolean guesses that Saiou has come to find someone caught his eyes by himself like Edo at Duel Academy. Professor Chronos says that he will give Saiou the lists of excellent students to choose. However, Saiou refuses and says that he will move and look around the school by his own. He then walks away alone.

At Osiris Red dorm, Sho is rushing into the kitchen and reporting that Judai's gone. He doesn't see him anywhere. People are getting shocked while Manjyome thinks that he is such a fool. Thus, his friends start looking for Judai around the island. Inside the dark forest, Manjyome is calling Judai to show up and duel with him. At the same time, Ojama Brothers appear until Manjyome gets annoyed. Manjyome tells them that if they are really card spirits, they should at least obtain some special ability like rader. Ojama Yellow feels sorry to him because they are merely normal monsters that have nothing special. Thus, they aren't helpful at all. While Manjyome is talking to Ojama Brothers, Saiou greets him and says "Hooo, those card spirits!". Manjyome asks who Saiou is. Saiou excuses him for his sudden appearance. He has heard of Manjyome before and wants to talk to him. Manjyome wonders where Saiou has heard from. Saiou introduces himself [Saiou Takuma], a junior and the manager of Edo Phoenix. He realizes that both Judai and Manjyome are duelists who can communicate with card spirits. Manjyome asks whether Saiou can also see the spirits. Saiou replies that although he can't see them, he can detect them. Manjyome doesn't understand what it means. Saiou asks why Manjyome doesn't try to duel with him. He would like to see his skills. If Manjyome can match with him, he may recommend him to the pro league. Of course, Saiou will become his manager. Manjyome sees that this offer sounds very interesting. Meanwhile, Ojama Yellow tells him that Saiou looks scary. Ojama Brothers try to stop him not to approach into the duel. Manjyome gets annoyed and tells them to shut up. He turns back to Saiou and accepts his offer. He intends to show his real power as well while officially introducing himself [Manjyome Jun].

Saiou tells him that his fate will be leaded by the cards from this point on. The mist begins to swirl around the field while Saiou tells Manjyome to start the game. Then, a small round table with the white cloth appears in front of him. Manjyome is wondering what it means as standing by his duel disk. Both of them declare the beginning of the duel. When the game starts, Saiou draws 5 cards from his deck and places them on the table without looking and using any duel disk. Manjyome doesn't understand what Saiou intends to do and why he doesn't look at his cards. Saiou doesn't answer but just smiles and chuckles.

VW-Tiger Catapult Monster Card

The duel begins, and the first turn comes to Manjyome. Drawing a card, he summons [V-Tiger Jet - 4/1600/1800] into an attack position. Then, he plays a permanent magic card, Frontline Base, that allows him to summon a level 4 or less union monster onto the field in every of his main phase [Frontline Base ~ Senseki Bochi - Magic: Once during your Main Phase, you can Special Summon 1 Level 4 or lower Union Monster from your hand. You can use this effect only once per turn]. Thus, he summons W-Wing Catapult into an attack position [W-Wing Catapult - 4/1300-1500: Once per turn, during your Main Phase, if you control this Monster on the Field, you can equip it to your [V-Tiger Jet] as an Equip Magic Card OR, unequip the Union equipment and Special Summon this card in face-up Attack Mode. When equipped to a Monster by this card's effect, that Monster's ATK/DEF is increased by 400 points (1 Monster can only be equipped with 1 Union Monster at a time. If the Monster that this card is equipped to is destroyed in battle, this card is destroyed instead)]. He fuses V-Tiger Jet and W-Wing Catapult to union summon [VW-Tiger Catapult - 6/2000/2100: This card cannot be Special Summoned except by removing from play the above cards on your side of the field; then you can Special Summon this card from your Fusion Deck (You do not use "Polymerization"). Discard 1 card from your hand to change the battle position of 1 monster on your opponent's side of the field (Flip Effects are not activated)]. Setting a reversed card, he ends his turn.

Vision Magic Card

In Saiou's first turn, he draws a card and places it face-down on the table without looking at it. Then, he opens it up and activates the magic card [Vision ~ Genshi - Magic: Reveal the top card of your deck to your opponent. Then, place that card into your deck and have your opponent shuffle it. If the card selected is played, do 1000 damage to your opponent's Life Points]. Manjyome is wondering whether Saiou really sees the cards without looking at them. Saiou repeats that he cannot see them but he can detect or sense them. According to its effect, Saiou first has to reveal the top card on his deck to Manjyome. He places a hand on the deck, draws a card, and get Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man. Manjyome looks amazed by such a weird card. Saiou explains that this is the final outcome that he can sense for Manjyome's destiny. Manjyome asks what Saiou means by that and whether he actually doesn't want to test his skills because Saiou has talked something weird about the destiny for a while. Saiou doesn't answer but places Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man back to the deck. He explains the further effect of Vision that it requires Manjyome shuffle it. Therefore, he invites him to shuffle his deck on the table by his own hand. Manjyome walks in while telling Saiou that it may be bad, but he doesn't believe in the destiny. He will open his future by his own hands (He says the same thing that Judai says to Edo in episode 60). Whatever is good or bad is his own selected road. He isn't the guy who cares about any claptrap. Manjyome says while mixing Saiou's cards on the table and putting them back.

Suit of Sword X Magic Card

Saiou asks what Manjyome thinks about a school association. It's possible to select the destiny he wants. He tells Manjyome to shuffle the deck not just to mix it, but Manjyome isn't able to escape from his selected destiny anyway. Manjyome gets annoyed, picks up the deck, reshuffles it, and gives it back onto the table. Saiou feels that Manjyome is such an interesting guy. While Manjyome is walking back to his position, Saiou claims the last effect of Vision that if the previouly selected card, Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man, is played, Manjyome will get 1000 direct damages. Manjyome turns back that says that it shouldn't be easy to happen. After that, Saiou opens and activates another magic card on his table [Suit of Sword X - Magic: Toss 1 coin when this card is activated. Depending on whether the toss is heads or tails, you aquire one of the following effects. 1) Heads: Destroy all Monsters on the opponent's Field. 2) Tails: Destroy all Monsters on your Field]. The card appears behind him and turns around in a circle. Saiou tells Manjyome to make it stop by himself. If the position of the card is upright, all monsters on Manjyome's field will be destroyed. However, if the position of the card is reversed, all monsters on Saiou's fields will be destroyed. Manjyome tells it to stop, and Suit of Sword X stops at upright position. As a result, his VW-Tiger Catapult is destroyed.

Knight of Pentacles Monster Card

Saiou hasn't finished his first turn yet. He opens and summons another monster card on the table in a defense position [Knight of Pentacles - 3/1000/1000: Toss 1 coin when this Monster is Summoned. Depending on whether the toss is heads or tails, you aquire one of the following effects. 1) Heads: This card cannot be destroyed as a result of battle. 2) Tails: When this card is attacked, it is automatically destroyed. 3) Tails: This card cannot attack]. Again, Knight of Pentacles appears on the field and turns around in circle. Saiou explains that if this card is stopped at upright position, it will not be destroyed in battle. Nevertheless, if this card is stopped at reversed position, it will be destroyed normally when attacked. Manjyome tells it to stop, and it results in the reversed position. He seems that he gains advantage this time since Knight of Pentacles will be destroyed if he later attacks it. Saiou then ends his turn.

Armed Dragon LV10 Monster Card

Turn is back to Manjyome. He draws a card and plays [Graceful Charity ~ Tenshi No Hodokoshi - Magic: Draw 3 cards from your Deck, then discard any 2 cards in your hand to the Graveyard]. Drawing 3 cards and discarding 2 cards, he plays the magic card [Level Modulation ~ Level Chousei - Magic: Your opponent draws 2 cards from their deck. Special Summon 1 Monster with LV in its name from your Cemetery regardless of Summoning requirements]. This card allows Saiou to draw additional 2 cards onto his table and allows Manjyome to summon a LV monster from his graveyard without any condition. Thus, Manjyome special summons Armed Dragon LV 7, which he was supposed to discard it into the cemetery due to the effect of Graceful Charity, from his graveyard. Sacrificing Armed Dragon LV7, he can special summon Armed Dragon LV 10 into an attack position [Armed Dragon LV 10 - 10/3000/2000: This card cannot be Normal Summon. This card can only be special summon by sacrificing an Armed Dragon LV7 on your field. Send one card from your hand to the Cemetery in order to destroy all face-up monsters on opponent's field].

Meanwhile, he opens his reversed trap card [Ojama Trio - Trap: Special Summon 3 Ojama Token (Beast/Light/2/0/1000) to your opponent's Field in defense mode (They cannot be sacrificed to Summon). When a Ojama Token is destroyed, its controller receives 300 damage]. Ojama Green, Black, and Yellow tokens are special summoned in a defense position on Saiou's field. Seeing them, Saiou thinks that these may be Manjyome's card spirits. He becomes scary until three Ojama Brothers look afraid. Manjyome then actviates the special effect of Armed Dragon LV 10. He sends Ojama Yellow into the graveyard to destroy all monsters on Saiou's field. Therefore, Knight of Pentacles and Ojama tokens are all wiped out by Armed Dragon LV 10's beam. According to the effect of Ojama Trio, when Ojama tokens are destroyed, 300 damage points for each token deal directly to Saiou. Thus, Saiou's LP decreases to 3100 (4000-300*3). Manjyome makes the final move by declaring the attack of Armed Dragon LV 10, Armed Big Bang Shot, against Saiou directly. Saiou's LP significantly reduces to 100 (3100-3000). Manjyome ends his turn at this point. He smirks and asks whether this was what Saiou has expected. He still doesn't believe in his destiny at all.

Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man Monster Card

Saiou seems to feel nothing and continues his turn. After drawing a card, he opens and activates a magic card on his table [The Choice of Fate ~ Unmei No Sentaku - Magic: Your opponent chooses 1 card from your hand at random. If that card is a Monster card, Special Summon it to your Field]. Manjyome has to select a card of 5 on his table. If it's a monster card, he can special summon it onto the field. Saiou invites him to come and select it directly from the table. Manjyome again has to walk in. At this moment, Ojama Yellow spirit appears and tells him not to go. Manjyome gets annoyed, backhands it out of his way, and claims that he doesn't believe in the destiny. Manjyome selects a card on the table, and it surprisingly appears Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man. Manjyome certainly gets shocked because he just said previously that it wouldn't be easy for this card to reappear after he shuffled Saiou's deck. Saiou tells him that Manjyome seems not to be able to run away from his destiny anyway. He further explains that when this card is played, Manjyome's LP will decrease by 1000. Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man is finally special summoned onto the field while Manjyome's LP reduces to 3000 (4000-1000) [Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man - 6/2200/2200: Toss 1 coin when this Monster is Summoned. Depending on whether the toss is heads or tails, you aquire one of the following effects. 1) Heads: Once per turn, destroy 1 Monster on your Field and do damage to yourself equal to its attack strength. 2) Tails: Once per turn, destroy 1 Monster on your opponent's Field and do damage to the opponent equal to its attack strength].

Saiou activate the special effect of Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man, and the card again appears and turns around in circle. If the card stops at upright position, a monster on Saiou's field will be destroyed, and he also has to take the damage points equal to its attack strengths. However, if the card stops at reversed position, Manjyome's monster will be destroyed and he has to take the damage equal to its attack strengths. Saiou tells Manjyome to stop it. This seems to be the final destiny that Manjyome is gonna choose by his own. Manjyome then tells it to stop while Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man starts to move slowly. One side of Saiou's eye begins to cry. He says that he can always see the destiny, but he can't stop the sorrow. At this moment, Ojama Yellow appears and calls out its Big Brother out loud at the same time Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man stops at the reversed position. Saiou smirks as Manjyome is terribly getting shocked. As a result, his Armed Dragon LV 10 is destroyed.

Saiou describes the tarot meaning of The Hanged Man for Manjyome that is the [Stagnation or Delay - Teitai]. He realizes that Manjyome has a rival whom he wants to beat; however, Manjyome has left it deeply in the bottom of his heart. Furthermore, Manjyome still gives good friendship to his opponent, so his real intention to beat this rival has never come. Manjyome gets that Saiou means Judai, arguing that he has never been afraid of him. Although Manjyome tries to debate, Saiou explains that reversed The Hanged Man is showing the truth of the stagnation. This deck is actually Manjyome's destiny deck (after he early shuffled it). Saiou picks up his deck, shuffles it, and makes another offer to Manjyome. He will help Manjyome create a new destiny and give him his desire. He can help him beat Judai if Manjyome trusts him. He can even help him contruct the new deck of destiny. Saiou urges Manjyome to says his real wish. Manjyome seemingly hesitates and expresses his really deep intention out loud that he would like to beat Judai. At this moment, many branches of the trees hang him upsight down like a hanged man. His LP eventually becomes 0 (3000-3000) because Armed Dragon LV 10 was destroyed. Ojama Brother spirits start crying and trying to help him, but Saiou makes them disappear. Then, everything turns back to silence.

Saiou	When I see the destiny, bottom of my heart, I can just look through but can't stop the surging sorrow.
Ojama Yellow	Big Brother!
Manjyome	Im...impossible!?
Saiou	[The Hanged Man], by this card, your attached destiny is [Stagnation]. That's what the card describes. Manjyome-San, you have a rival whom you want to get over. However, you have ignored and left it at the bottom of your heart. Not enough! You flatter to that opponent with amicable attitude. The fighting is prolonged.
Manjyome	What are you talking about? That's different. I am not afraid of Judai.
Saiou	Well, the stagnation reason of winning that Yuki Judai. Now, you are not that good. Thus, what you have got is the reversed [The Hanged Man]. This shows the stagnation in the front.
Manjyome	Escape of Staganation?
Saiou	Yes, the destiny has been selected. This deck is your current destiny. However, your destiny will begin from now on. I will give you power. Your desire...I will help you contruct the deck of destiny. You want to defeat Yuki Judai, don't you? You can do so if you trust me. I will help you create the destiny.
Manjyome	I...I...
Saiou	Isn't it good? The destiny has been made. The shuffle has been stopped. Is this destiny good? Whichever? You don't say honestly, do you? Your desire....come on, come on!
Manjyome	I...want to defeat Yuki Judai!

At the same time, Judai is leaving the island alone by a speedboat, going somewhere without destination. He looks back to Duel Academy and thinks that now there is nothing that he can do. On the other side, Saiou is also leaving by a plane while looking at the future by his tarot cards. He opens a card, and it appears Manjyome Hanged Man. Saiou could capture the spirit and do as he planned. However, he is wondering why Judai's destiny still seems to be different. He then drops a tarot card on the floor. It's Wheel of Destiny that he got previously when we came to Duel Academy. However, Wheel of Destiny is now shown as a reversed position, which means that bad luck or something unexpected is gonna happen. Saiou is uncertain that the destiny may incline or result in something different.

Next day at Osiris Red, Sho tells Manjyome that everybody was very worried about him when he also disappeared. Then, people get amazed by seeing Manjyome's new look. Misawa asks what happens to him and what his white costume means. Manjyome chuckles and says that "Saiou-Sama is the dominator of the world. Duel Academy will be dyed by white and become the Association of Light". He laughs out loud while people still get surprised what the hell actually happens to him.

to be continued...

Sho	Big Brother, where are you? Big Brother!
Judai	Ouuu! Where is here?
Sho	It appears in the sea. You are now playing with the dolplin!?
Judai	Ah, it's the dolphin! The dolphin can talk!?
Sho	Probably, only you can hear it. Don't forget about me! Next, [New E-Hero Neos]
Judai	I becomes more exciting from inside!

[Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man]
Star/Atk/Def| 6/2200/2200
Type/Family | Light/Fairy/Effect
Effect | Toss 1 coin when this Monster is Summoned. Depending on whether the toss is heads or tails, you aquire one of the following effects.

• Heads: Once per turn, destroy 1 Monster on your Field and do damage to yourself equal to its attack strength.
• Tails: Once per turn, destroy 1 Monster on your opponent's Field and do damage to the opponent equal to its attack strength.

Eng OCG Code | N/A
JP OCG Code | N/A

[Wheel of Fortune] - Numerology Number 10
Tarot Card | Major Arcana
Upright Meaning | It means an unexpected developments that change your plans or alter your course, conflicts of interest, or an idea ready to materialize. Circumstances will not be under your control. Get ready for a new way of life, because one is on its way. In fact, this apparent chaos is the start of something much better, so don't be rigid with your plans. Letting things flow will bring good fortune. Events are going to unfold in such a way that it will be impossible to miss the hand of Fate in your affairs. A fresh start will work out in your favor. Chance. Unexpected arrival of good fortune. New conditions. The laws of chance are in favor of the Querant.

Reversed Meaning | Same as above but either enhanced or diminished. Being held back by lack of opportunity. Interruption or inconsistency due to unexpected events. Outside influences not expected. Bad luck. Broken sequence. Luckless for now, setbacks in affairs. Courage will be needed, but the seeker will eventually reap what was sown.

[The Fool] - Numerology Number 0
Tarot Card | Major Arcana
Upright Meaning | It represents a new beginning, a fresh start in any aspect of our life. When this card is drawn, we are faced with important choices and decisions which need to be made as we begin this new life-cycle and to deal with any difficult challenges along the way. The Fool tells us to face these challenges with energy, optimism and faith, which will ensure a positive outcome. It also points out that we must develop faith in our abilities to make the right choices, to keep the faith, and to walk our own unique path with optimism and hope.

Reversed Meaning | It gives us a clear warning that we must resist the temptation to act recklessly or immaturely in any new situation. We must accept our responsibilities and commitments and honor them wholely. Due consideration is required - problems and indiscretions resulting from impatience or impulsiveness are indicated. It also shows inhibitions that are caused by mental, emotional and physical restraints and tensions. We are burdened with a sense of obligation towards society and our daily duties.

[The Hanged Man ] - Numerology Number 12
Tarot Card | Major Arcana
Upright Meaning | Tree of Life, Release, Sacrifice, Piercing the veil of the material world, touching higher conciseness. Sacrifice, Repentance, Regeneration, Adjustment to new life forces.

Reversed Meaning | Lack of Sacrifice, Failure to give of oneself, preoccupation with Ego. Attachment, Bondage, Time to let go.

[ Manjyome's deck list]
New cards played | Armed Dragon LV 10

[ Saiou's deck list]
New cards played | Arcana Force XII_The Hanged Man (M), Knight of Pentacles (M), Vision (S), Suit of Sword X (S), The Choice of Fate (S)

M=monster, S=Spell, T=Trap