You’re really good at expressions like this.
Is the preliminaries about to start soon?
Do your best for Takeuchi-kun as well.
>>3(Takeuchi-kun is crying bitterly)
Is there a decline?
>>4It absolutely won’t happen, and Kobori won’t let it.
The aim is probably to motivate you by applying pressure from the surrounding environment, along with Inou.
>>4Since it would be problematic if the mental state breaks down during the actual game, isn’t the purpose here to instill in Kiryama the determination to bear the greatest cross of having “pushed aside the student-athletes who have dedicated three years to baseball”?
It’s all part of the setup that if you decline, Takeuchi will get angry instead.
Takeuchi-kun is scary…
I don’t understand Kobori’s intentions…
>>7It must be the teacher’s body.
>>25Wait, teacher is not good with dirty jokes!
>>35Is it really true that such adults have the right to vote…?
It wasn’t about choosing members, but rather struggling with creating the scenario…
>>8I think I was normally worried until I realized that!
>>8Well, you’re probably just struggling with picking members, right?
>>8If we’re going to do it, we must produce the maximum effect; that’s the blood-stained Yuffie theory, right?
>>8You really love talking about the original work through character interpretations in fan creations, don’t you, Anonymous-chan?
Kobori, you are too good at taking advantage of other people’s conscience! You were doing it, weren’t you!?
Um…
Is the teacher being considerate…?
>>12As a director, he’s useless, but as a teacher, he’s a good one.
Hmm, already 30 minutes ago…
In 30 minutes… this?
Takeuchi is quite an actor.
I thought either Kobori or Inou would be on the bench as a manager.
I can’t believe Inou would give it up.
I think I’m trying to separate myself.
If I bring it up myself, it makes others uncomfortable.
He pretended to be a cruel man to direct the hate towards him.
>>18There’s no way that’s true.
What’s the point of excluding someone who normally has regular skill?
After coming up with the idea, did you start creating the scenario…?
Isn’t Takeuchi-kun a bit too much of an actor?
I don’t have any knowledge of baseball, but I’m planning to remember it properly, so the teacher is wonderful too, right?
>>23If you intend to remember, there are quite a few pieces of knowledge that you should have already memorized…
It’s been two months since I’ve become a director, hasn’t it?
>>27Don’t be unreasonable when I’m both teaching and directing.
Kobori has too much virtue to gather hate.
In this case, hatred is usually directed towards the newcomer.
>>24I think that the one-year player Inou, who has only two months of baseball experience and looks like he hasn’t practiced, will receive the most hate, but I’m sure he’s also prepared for that.
It’s true that I’m really frustrated about being dropped from the starting lineup, so I’m just exaggerating a bit for effect.
The one who says that the regular must be Kiriyama is probably someone who was dropped in place of Kiriyama.
>>29Stop it, that will deal damage to Sho-chan.
The teacher may seem that way, but they are always admirable.
Skill is applied.
Kobori is talking with supervisors from other schools and is carrying too much on his shoulders…
Of course, the teacher worries too.
>>33You’re really impressive because you put more effort into practice than anyone else.
It’s scary, but
Kobori is the type of person who can subtly inform others in advance before the announcement.
It’s all about strategy, but make sure to properly lay the groundwork so that there are no conflicts.
Ino is always putting in effort in a visible way, betting on the perceptiveness of those around him.
When Kobori retires, I guess Inou will take over as the director…
>>38Aren’t you going to quit since this is the only year you have a chance at Koshien?
>>41That’s why I make them bear the cross like this…
Maybe there are second and third crosses here.
>>38I won’t do it.
Inou’s goal is to publish a book, and this year’s third year is strong, and on top of that, Masato is really strong, so he just came to the baseball club.
So to avoid any disputes here
It was necessary to show the power of Inou and Kiriyama.
The only thing about Ajara-sensei that is careless is their physique.
Isn’t there someone other than Takeuchi-kun who can’t make it to the bench in three years?
>>45If Inou is absent, everyone including Takeuchi-kun should be able to participate for three years.
What was it about putting myself in fourth place?
>>47Did we talk about the meaning of the jersey number this time?
>>47It’s just because it’s second.
>>47Shall we read the explanation in the same story?
>>47The number on the back is related to defensive positioning and has nothing to do with the fourth batting order…
Inou would probably be satisfied after appearing at Koshien and then just goof off in another club the next year.
Since it’s already 9 PM with the member announcement, does that mean we’re having a sleepover…?
1 Pitcher 2 Catcher 3 First Base 4 Second Base 5 Third Base 6 Shortstop 7 Left Field 8 Center Field 9 Right Field The jersey numbers range from 1 to 20 and can be chosen freely regardless of combat power. However, it is common for the nine regular players to be assigned numbers corresponding to their defensive positions. The batting order is different, which complicates things. Numbers 10 and 11 are often reserved for backup pitchers, but after that, it really varies by team. What number does the coach have? In high school baseball, coaches do not have a jersey number. I don’t like it!
Isn’t there a lot of people who can’t read manga even though you’re going out of your way to explain it here?
Takeuchi-kun’s tears are probably half acting and half genuine feelings.
I want the jersey number; Ajacong is so cute…
It’s nice to indirectly depict that the other dedicated performers, who know that Kobori is practicing more passionately than anyone else, are practicing just as diligently.
Since childhood, being the ace and the cleanup hitter isn’t just about the jersey number!
Since they are explaining it even to people who don’t know baseball as well as the coach, at least try to read the text!
It feels like I’m crying, treating it like eye drops.
That’s right, Kiryama.
It’s the jersey number you took.
By the way, Kiriyama probably didn’t know about the third-year student who was going to be pushed out due to my (and Inou’s) addition to the team and bench.
>>63(Unknown to the readers)
I don’t understand baseball at all, but you look like you’re suffering, so I’ll take responsibility, okay? That’s such a move that makes a man attractive to men, it’s hilarious.
Whoa, there’s someone like a teacher in a place like this?
>>65It’s worse than a teacher who remembers what was said.
Kiriyama definitely cares about that kind of thing…
It can be confusing because there is a clear difference between professional and elementary, middle, and high school baseball.
Ino’s silly core training appeal is funny…
By the way, it’s a bit of an old story that the cleanup hitter is the star player; these days, the second hitter is considered the ace position on the offensive side, emphasizing hitting ability and speed.
>>70It’s still not very widespread in Japan.
I was thinking it was in order, but I got a bit confused with the arrangement of the second and short.
I thought the pitcher was fourth in the batting order because of the song “Ace and Fourth” from when I was a child.
It seems like Takeuchi-kun is happily willing to do it if my tears can make the team stronger.
In fact, Takeda-kun should feel more frustrated and then clear his mind.
If you’re going to regret it more, I want to use it effectively as well.
>>74It seems that when it is said they fought for their country, even the deceased are rewarded in a way.
Inou is actually quite sensible, despite appearances.
If someone were to cry right in front of me, it might make me feel something.
Usually, he’s a carefree drinker, but he pays close attention to his students. A laid-back coach with a sense of honor is exactly the kind of character that becomes popular in baseball manga.
>>77Furthermore, the bust size is also large.
>>77Before reading, I thought Momokan was this kind of person.
It’s simply in order, but it’s nice that Kiriyama is 10 too.
I’m not knowledgeable about baseball either, so having a teacher is helpful.
I’m glad, Inoue.
I can write a good episode.
>>80Kobori seems like he would say something like this too.
If it’s Inoue, then I think KOBORI-senpai is amazing~~ so interesting~~~
A madman is suffering while trying to pretend to be a normal person.
I was just told to be myself, and I was able to showcase my true abilities.
I want to be on the bench, just like the other second-year and first-year players.
You probably had no intention of losing from the start, but now you really can’t afford to lose, Inou.
The decision to make a cruel choice was made during the day, and I called Takeuchi out 30 minutes before the campfire.
In other words, the time until then is for writing the script.
It was a cruelty several levels beyond imagination.
Even though his baseball status is that of a villager, this guy is also playing a different game!
>>92It looked like a different game on the ground, but I could see it outside.
You should have been able to see that I was playing a different game.
If anything, it seems like Takeuchi-kun will have more appearances in the future than the background characters in the matches.
Despite being a newcomer, Takeuchi has a strong character.
Speaking of which, since this is an official match from here on out, the perspective from the spectator side will also be necessary, so it seems like Takeuchi-kun might end up being a regular member.
There was a brief explanation about the batting order in the St. Teresa game, right?
The reason why there is a sad monster of St. Tere in the 9th batting position.
Speaking of mob characters, is it good that Short and Third have a mob-like character design?
Wasn’t there something like number 10 being worn by the captain and number 18 by the backup ace?
It might be old baseball knowledge, but…
>>101It really depends on the high school.
In professional baseball, it’s common for the ace to wear number 18, so there are high schools that assign number 18 to their ace players as well.
Is it true that third-year students who generally can’t even make it to the bench are in the cheering section?
>>102If there are no female managers, one person can cheer from the bench in the role of recorder.
>>102Indeed.
There are examples of players who were cheerleaders in the stands during high school and later turned pro.
At that point, they were definitely in a difficult position, treated as being outside the ranks, yet they are the ones who raise their voices for their comrades.
>>111I was wondering why the entire baseball team didn’t go to the bench, but I see that’s the reason; they were in the cheering squad, but I didn’t know. I’m glad I didn’t say anything out loud.
The teacher is really great at teaching.
It’s fun.
Hey, isn’t this time’s Sho-chan cute?
>>105Huh? I’m always cute, right?
>>108Hirose-kun, instead of looking at the bulletin board, practice.
Inou’s goal is not to become a Koshien player.
I think I’ll go on the bench as a scorer.
Inou’s strategy doesn’t come to life unless the player steps up to bat…
>>106No, I intend to participate as a regular player.
At what point did you think you had no intention of participating as an athlete?
If they practiced together for three years, they must have accompanied me to the Kobori Theater more than once or twice.
If the teacher weren’t drinking, they would really be a great instructor…
>>110When it comes to appearing at school events and clubs just for show, I haven’t had a single drop!
Up to this point, there’s no way Ino can be a scorer, right?
There may be cases where hatred is directed towards Ino.
To be precise, it is possible that Kobori had secretly arranged things for three years in advance to direct hatred towards Inou, in order to use it as material to prove Inou’s ability.
I might use it to make others think there’s some turmoil between the first and third years at another school.
If you’re an Inoue scorer, you can just normally put Takeuchi on the bench.
The teacher showed consideration like a teacher for the first time…!?
Well, but teachers who can be playful when it’s time to have fun and get serious when it matters tend to become popular…
I think it would be best if Kobori came in as a scorer under the effective supervision of the coach.
I don’t know how this performance will connect in terms of development.
>>120It’s just stupid to leave the starting second baseman off the bench.
>>120I don’t understand why they want to push Kobori to the bench, but there’s no reason to remove someone with talent.
Kiriyama is mainly shaken up, but I guess he wants to teach Inou that his own success is built on the failures of others.
Tears aside, even drool…
You’re a talented actor, Takeuchi.
>>122At first, it was acting, but there is a possibility that they became serious partway through.
>>122After the theater succeeded, that was not acting.
There might be a confession.
Considering calmly, Takeuchi’s ability to perform and meet expectations is incredibly impressive.
Kohori, even if inducted into the hall of fame.
I feel that Inou will quickly see through Kobori’s preparation.
>>127It would be enough to just make them understand Kobori’s political power.
It’s fine to use air manipulation to keep them from making strange movements.
>>127The purpose is likely to put pressure and scrutiny on Inoue from those around him, so it’s not a problem if Inoue finds out.
>>127There may be cases where even if the acting is seen through, it can still be deemed a success if the intention is correctly understood.
It’s something really important that I want to convey, even going out of my way to act it out.
We only have 30 minutes for the meeting with Takeuchi.
Kobori is being underestimated, isn’t he?
Kobori often gets forgotten as just a regular member…
>>131I’m not good enough to be a pro, but the free-to-play players are skilled.
It’s not a bad thing for Takeuchi-kun to vent his frustrations since it’s definitely disappointing for him as well…
By making Takeuchi-kun feel greatly regretful and then passing the baton with “Inoue, I’ll leave the rest to you,” it prevents anyone around from being able to say anything.
Kobori is a regular player, and as Takeuchi said, there’s barely any reason to leave him out.
After much deliberation
Once you decide to make a cruel decision, think of something even more cruel and make the most of it.
All the third-year students at our school are good, but only Takeuchi-senpai is not so impressive.Because of that line, Kobori is not only skilled but also essentially a strategist who acts as the director.
Until the previous episode, I didn’t know the face or name of the third-year students, so there were predictions that Kobori would become the director.
I never thought that the third-year character who appeared for the first time would end up like this in episode 1.
>>140I think those who believe it’s okay to take out the starting second baseman, despite there being someone who looks likely to be removed after three years from the last time, just don’t know baseball.
>>150There are many people without voting rights…
They keep saying to remove Kobori.
From Todoroki’s perspective, I look silly in this outfit along with this senior.
Kobori, who looked like a villager with equipped gear, is indeed the real deal.
>>142It seems like even with the roaring eye, there’s still an effort being made, so that’s the evaluation.
Isn’t Takeuchi a bit too perfect as a human?
Are you really a high school student?
>>144Baseball helps grow people’s hearts!
Kiryama seems to be hesitating to the point of dying over whether to say something or not.
The people saying to remove Kobori are probably influenced by the image of a villager, but considering the descriptions so far, he’s definitely not a villager.
Takeuchi… become the ace of the drama club…
Kiriyama is a pervert, but their mental state is that of a normal person, which is cute, isn’t it?
>>151He is roughly a simple-hearted baseball boy.
Everyone is in trouble!
The tears of regret from Takeuchi-kun, who for three years continued to strive but could not make it to the bench.
Thinking of Kiryama-kun’s struggle as he took on the jersey number, pushing aside Takeuchi-kun.
This is something we absolutely cannot lose!
>>152I… even though I set it up myself…!!
Hiii!
Even though I’m not flashy, I’m serious and I want my juniors to think I should be on the bench; I guess I’m really a good guy.
You should read it… Forgetting Battery Chapter 35…!
>>156It’s a bit tough just on this page.
>>158The talk about the billing amount is coming too.
>>156A boy who became one of the many players without even a name, unable to step onto the main stage…!
>>156I read it, but at that time, I didn’t even understand what being on the bench meant, let alone being a regular player.
I was thinking that even if I’m not on the bench, if I become stronger, I would still get called if there’s a chance, right?
When I was given my jersey number while playing baseball, I was certainly trembling…
He was a substitute batter and runner, but just being in the bench is a boost.
If you don’t get in, you only see from the audience, or it’s just a nightingale, or you do things like change the backboard… but this is actually pretty fun.
I see that using the advisor teacher as the questioner for baseball terminology for the readers makes sense.
Normally, it’s something used by beginner new members, but if you make that a regular, it makes you wonder just how much of a personnel shortage there is.
They are a good person as a teacher, and since they lack knowledge, I don’t feel stressed.
The Forgetting Battery occasionally brings up the reality of high school baseball, doesn’t it?
Even if you win the regional tournament, there are guys who get completely beaten up in Koshien.
>>161And the bad internet hurls defamation at high school baseball players, creating a hell.
>>168The coach’s decisions are really bad…
Having one serious and dedicated person on the team has a significant buff effect, but that spot is already taken by Kobori…
If Kiriyama is the demon king
Kobori is the Dark Lord.
Kiryuyama looks so happy, it’s so boyish…
In terms of Power Pro, it’s probably something like having all D ratings with one C mixed in and no special abilities, that’s about it, Kobori.
However, the one operating it is strange.
>>167It’s the one that gives you unlimited plus events when you raise your friends’ evaluations through success.
>>167Most of the other starters are mixed with E and F, so they are relatively good players.
One of the second-year students who was said to be absolutely indispensable has more skill than Kobori, but everyone thinks that captain Kobori cannot be replaced, so it’s still possible to have a situation where a player who isn’t a regular is involved.
The possibility is not high.
Takeuchi knows that Kobori comes first every morning and hasn’t taken a break, so I thought that he might have been working in the same way…
>>170I’m told by my juniors that I’m serious, so I guess it’s clear that I’m putting in the effort.
Not very impressive, but…
My younger brother’s school was a super weak school that always lost in the first round, but when he was finally given a regular position in his third year, he cried tears of joy…
>>172Because it’s much more painful not to be able to stand on the stage after training for three years…
Ino also needs to properly establish the impression that Kobori made the decision to promote to regular, showing trust, right?
Since it wouldn’t be exciting for the manga if an unknown substitute was removed from the bench, it’s based on that premise that the villagers’ theater unfolds.
What needs to be done now is to convince the other members about Inou’s bench inclusion, so Inou will probably do something to show off his skills.
>>177There is also meaning in having Inō monitor things for three years.
Takeuchi-kun is amazing at this too.
Even if baseball doesn’t work out, it seems like I’ll be successful in something later on.
In a strong baseball team, there can be about 100 members, but out of those, 75 can’t make it to the bench.
>>179Reflecting on the lively cheering section.
>>179Could it be that the baseball dormitory was a really cruel place!?
You might not be able to leave even after living there for three years.
>>193It seems that in some places, there are scary seniors who engage in unreasonable teasing.
I don’t know how to land from here, but…
I know that things will turn out worse than this week’s shock at the very least.
Is baseball possibly an intense sport?
>>184Bring misfortune.
>>184Only those who have polished themselves tirelessly among about 130,000 players across the country remain at Koshien.
Well, there are only balls left.
The members who are happily dancing in the stands at Koshien are also crying inside…
I want to go to a place with about 9 members.
>>187You have to keep going even if you’re injured.
>>187If even one person breaks, we can’t have the match, can we?
>>187First, since the pitcher will be pitching consecutively, it will probably end around the second round at most.
Baseball is almost like a business…
Clubs tend to prioritize third-year students for regular positions over ability, don’t they?
Especially in public high schools
It might be the case that Kobori himself is prioritized over the skilled second-year students.
>>189So why are you underestimating Kobori?
>>194I’m not underestimating Kobori at all.
They have the ability to be a regular without anyone complaining.
But there might be even better second-year students.
Even so, it’s quite common for high school clubs to prioritize third-year students.
>>231Even if there are some, it doesn’t give a reason to be benched as long as there aren’t 20 people better than Kobori.
>>231People who can’t read manga?
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