The episode begins with the heavy silence of the locker room. Isagi, Bachira, and Nagi have been demoted back to the 2nd Selection’s "3-man stage" after Rin claimed Bachira as his prize. Isagi is paralyzed by the gap in skill—Rin didn't just beat them with physical ability; he predicted every move Isagi made before he even thought of it. The New Challenge
In the aftermath of the crushing defeat against Itoshi Rin’s Top 3, Episode 13, titled marks a desperate turning point for Isagi Yoichi.
Isagi and Nagi must now win a 2v2 match to reclaim a teammate and stay in the project. Their opponents are revealed: the hulking , the "King" and top scorer of Stratum 5, and the speedster Naruhaya Asahi .