Eyeshield 21 [Episode 81-85] November 7, 2009
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Eyeshield 21 [Episode 81] The Truth Behind Red Eyes?!
The battle for 3rd placing is underway with Bando Spider leading 10-0. Deimon Devil Bats is trapped in the Spider’s Web strategy and yet to gain a touch on the ball. Hiruma informed Sena that he is the only person who can stop it!
Sena managed to catch the ball this time around but was stop by Hayato Akaba’s impregnable defense. Despite trying several times, Devil Bat’s tactic failed and Bando Spiders manage to catch a loose ball and scored a touchdown and is now leading 18-0 with the bonus point in the bag.
There was also a flashback on the Bando Spiders. This time it reveals why Hayato Akaba resigned from the team and then rejoins them again later.
Football clinic explains that it is important for a running back to trust his friend and dash through whatever path the blockers have opened for him.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 82] Run! Musashi?!
Musashi is watching the match at the hospital looking at Deimon Devil Bats in a pinch. Musashi had a little argument with his father as his father wanted him to play for Deimon. His actions taunt his father to attack him with a weak punch and collapse in the middle of the action.
Deimon Devil Bats employed a new play. Hiruma exchange places with Sena and become his shield. Hiruma manage to stop Akaba momentarily but was unable to hold him for long due to brute strength. Sena manage to catch the ball and score a touch down.
Musashi’s father then recovers slightly and punches him again but this time with a stone inside his hand. He expresses his concerned but later he gained assurance from his employees. His employee later hand over his football uniform which he dumped last time around. After changing into the uniform, he rushes to the stadium.
Hiruma the master tactician failed to gain points even using various different plays and each play is read correctly by Akaba. Musashi is meanwhile stuck in a traffic jam. Musashi abandon the transport and ran over to the stadium and made it before the next play. Hiruma was relieved!
Football clinic explains that kickers get to take the stage during important parts of the game. So it’s important that they’re confidence and don’t cave in under pressure.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 83] Time Has Begun Again?!
This is the game that will decide the final spot to the Kanto Tournament and Deimon Devil Bats is losing 20-6. Deimon Devil Bats is in need of a kicker and Musashi appeared out of a sudden after running all the way from the stadium.
Musashi, The Legendary 60 Yard Magnum took the field immediately with an attempting field goal. Akaba crumbles the defense line easily and block the path of the field goal. Akaba caught the pass but the power was tremendous and the ball flew from the grip and fly over the goal.
The game has evolved into a kicking contest. Deimon Devil Bats are slowing breaking the Spider’s Web strategy and closing the gap. The game and final spot to the Kanto Tournament is now decided based on the outcome of the kicking contest. Before the game continues, the spotlight to the stadium was alight as there was a huge change in weather as strong winds is changing the whole atmosphere.
Football clinic explains that there are different types of kicks for different for situations. There’s a kickoff at the beginning of the game and the field goal kick when you’re going for points.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 84] The Demon Within The Storm?!
2nd half was about to begin with a crazy wind storm. Bando spider is still leading 26-15 with Deimon Devil Bats closing the gap at a fast pace.
Bando Spider’s Sasaki is attempting a kick in the heavy storm with his trademark ‘Smart Kick’ and succeeded increasing the gap to 14 points. Deimon tried a long pass but Montakun failed to catch the ball as the wind changed the direction. The wind made it impossible to pass and Deimon is relying on Sena’s running but Akaba was in his way every time.
It’s time for a big gamble. Mamori had studied the wind and gave him the conclusion. They only have a chance to do it and they will lose it the play fails. Deimon begin the offense with a run but it was a fake play as Sena passes the ball back to Hiruma when he was trap. Hiruma instantly threw the ball to Montakun who manages to catch it and scored a touchdown.
Football clinic explains that when making a kickoff, try to send the ball flying as far as you can! The hint is to force the opponent’s offense team as far back as possible.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 85] The Man Beloved by God?!
The score stood at 29-21 and Deimon Devil Bats is attempting for bonus points. Hiruma insisted that he did not want a tie and they will attempt a touchdown with Musashi’s kick as a diversion. Sena manage to score a touchdown as he successfully avoided Akaba’s grab.
Meanwhile, Taki felt depressed but after some consolation words from Sena, he regain his confidence. However, Taki is over confidence and committed a foul which the team incurred a penalty and messes up the team’s place as Bando Spider’s scored a touchdown. Bando Spiders is creating a bigger gap with the successful conversion of field kick and the score stood at 36-23.
Taki was send to the bench by Hiruma who later ran away to hide. Suzuna and Yukimaru went to search for him. Yuki told Suzuna that everyone in the team needs his brother if they stand any chance to win. Taki heard the conversation and Musashi told him that he is a B-rank player but with some specialties. He accepted the fact that he is not beloved by God and it’s not special in any ways. He is now prevailing against God since the almighty does not love him. Taki went back on the field and successfully hold on to Akaba attack and Sena manages to breakthrough and score a touchdown.
Football clinic explains that offense will switch to the other team if you messes a field goal, so it’s important to make the field goal and get the points!
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 76-80] November 7, 2009
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Eyeshield 21 [Episode 76] Come Back, Musashi?!
Kotaru Sasaki of the Bando Spiders interrupted Deimon’s Devil Bat’s training and issues a challenge to Musashi to be the no 1 kicker in football.
Deimon players predicted that the next match will be a close match. A kicker will make a lot of difference from the bonus points.
Sena and Montakun approached Musashi but he turn them down. Musashi has sacrificed everything since his father was involved in an accident. Kurita then explains Hiruma will always register Musashi in every game and believes he will return to the team one day.
At the hospital, Musashi remember that his father once punched him for abandoning his comrades during a battle (the last tournament) but his punch was very weak. From that day, he had sacrifice everything until his father gets well. Montakun and Sena talk some sense into Musashi and he swore that if the minute his father got better, he will immediately rejoin the team.
Football clinic explains that the trick to cutting off a pass is pushing your opponent with one arm and hitting the ball with the other.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 77] The True 21?!
Everyone was fired up at training. Hiruma send Sena and Suzuna to the store to pick up their equipments and they met Hayato Akaba at the shop. Sena wonders if Hayato Akaba is the real Eyeshield 21 as he picks up his helmet with eye shield from the shop.
Hiruma realizes that something is bothering him and later explains that that Eyeshield 21 is just a nicknamed from a legendary player. The nickname is now given to the greatest player in high school and anyone can call himself Eyeshield 21.
Later Sena, Montakun, Suzuna and Mamori went to the hot springs to find Kakei for some information on Eyeshield 21. Kakei explains that Akaba is the MVP last year because he is the lead blocker last year. He further explains that it doesn’t matter if he is the real Eyeshield 21 or not as their main concern is to stop Akaba and win the game!
Football clinic explains that when you want to steal the ball from behind, you have to knock it away with a hard punch.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 78] They’re Waiting for Me?!
Everyone is training hard for the match against Bando Spiders. However, not knowing that Sena is Eyeshield 21, Mamori felt that Sena is irresponsible as a manager. She made him work together to fulfill his role as a manager by doing a manager’s work.
Everyone missed Sena in training. Sena has to train alone at night after all the work has been done and this made him quite exhausted. He felt like letting the secret out of the bag to Mamori but he is worried that she will force him to quit the football team. He was training one night in the rain and he was down with fever the next day.
It’s championship match day between Ojo White Knights and Seibu Wild Gunmen. Montakun soon learned that Seibu Wild Gunmen is without Tetsuma due to suspension. He went to apologize to him due to his dumb actions in the semifinals and for saving the team from disqualifications. Ojo White Knights won the championship 14-3.
Football clinic explains that the most important quality in the running back is speed to get past anyone or everyone.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 79] Sena Kobayakawa?!
Everyone is training hard to the match against the Bando Spiders. Mamori has a brief conversation with Eyeshield 21 and she expressed that she is worried about Sena and hope that the team makes it to Christmas Bowl.
It’s match day and the battle for 3rd placing and the last chance to play in Kanto tournament.
The game begins with a individual player introduction. The Wizard of Lead Blocking – Hayato Akaba was introduced as the true original Eyeshield 21. Everyone in the stadium was shocked!
When the Deimon player introduction begins, Eyeshield 21 reveals his true identity to Mamori. She appeared stunned and even cried tears of happiness. The commentators then introduce Eyeshield 21 as Sena Kobayakawa. The audience was surprised but later chanted his name ‘Sena, Sena’
Football clinic explains that it is important for the running back to always keep the ball because if you drop the ball, the opponent goes on offense.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 80] The Greatest Kicking Team?!
Bando Spiders begins the game with onside kick. It was a fake play and instead they went on offense with a floater. Bando Spiders then score 3 points through Kotaru Sasaki’s field goal.
There was also a brief flashback on the previous Bando Spiders team when Hayato Akaba betrays the team and joined another team. It also refreshes the scene where the principal wanted to close down the football team.
Bando Spiders restart the game with another onside kick. After gaining some yards, they diversify the field goal attempt with a run and Hayato Akaba scored a touchdown and a bonus point through Sasaki’s kick. Deimon Devil Bats is trapped in their Spider’s Web strategy and have not even touch the ball once!
Football clinic explains that when you are dodging a tackle, it’s important to be able to quickly determine whether to use a feint or dash to one side.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 71-75] November 3, 2009
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Eyeshield 21 [Episode 71] A Demonic Counterattack?!
Deimon continue the game with a kick off and Riku caught the ball and headed towards the line. Later he changed course and run towards Eyeshield 21 to challenge him but he was so determine on the challenge that Komusubi stop him. Riku launches another offense but he was to focus on proving himself as the best running back that he fumbles the ball. Eyeshield 21 caught the ball and blazes the line and scores a touchdown. Riku was later sent to the bench.
The Kid went to attempt the kick goal but it was a fake play, he then pass the ball to Tetsuma with 3 Deimon players defending him. Tetsuma shrugs off the challenge and scored a touchdown and the kick goal was good too. The score is now 28-18 with Seibu Wild Gunmen leading by 10 points.
Deimon continue to use the same technique on offense. Kurita manage to blast down the defense and Deimon gains 8 yards. Deimon will obtain a first down by using the Devil Bat Dive but it was a fake play and Hiruma passes to Montakun to run to the line with no one noticing and scoring a touchdown. They also obtain 2 bonus points as they manage another touchdown. The gap is now down to 2 points 28-26 with Seibu Wild Gunmen still in the lead.
With 9.30 minutes left too play, Riku was back on the field after realizing his mistakes he committed earlier. He was aware that others were contributing to the team while he was so selfish. Riku immediately score a touchdown with his trademark Rodeo Drive run.
Football clinic explains that when you want to catch a low ball, put your pinky fingers together and clamp down on the ball.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 72] Lightspeed Pride?!
Riku scores a touchdown and Seibu is leading 35-26. Both teams is relying heavily on the offense. Which team will come out victorious?
Deimon is back on the offense. Eyeshield 21 is charging towards the line but he was stop by Riku once again. No matter how he tries, he just can’t get pass Riku. Both Devil Bat Ghost and Devil Bat Hurricane failed to break their defense.
The game enters its final stage with 3.11 minutes left to play. While Seibu is running the clock down, Mamori figures out the next play and notifies Hiruma using sign language. It’s their last chance to succeed. The Kid still releases the Quick and Fire even though Deimon had figured it out. Montakun knows that he stands no chance of catching the ball but he aims at Tetsuma fingers and intercepted the pass. Eyeshield 21 collected the ball and launches the attack and even blazes through Riku on their 100th challenge by running through him using force and Devil Bat Hurricane storming through and scoring a touchdown.
Football clinic explains how to protect a ball after catching a ball it. You have to quickly tuck the ball into your stomach and start running.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 73] The Fateful Kick?!
Deimon Devil Bats is still down by 3 points with a minute left to play. Hiruma attempted a kick goal for bonus points but it was no good. Anyway, it doesn’t matter as it is all down to the last play. They have to stop Seibu from getting the ball as each time they get it; they will lose 25 seconds as Seibu will run down the clock for a play.
Hiruma plans to use a special kick, the onside kick, is to try to keep the ball as close to your own side as possible. It will be a massive brawl as 22 players scramble for a ball. The game reaches climax with Deimon still losing 3 points. It’s all down to this final play.
The ball goes flying! Hiruma kick on the lace and made the ball bouncing. After scrambling for the ball, it flew up into the air. Tetsuma was about to retrieve it and Montakun grab it on the laces at the same time. While they were falling down to the ground, Montakun grab the ball out of his hands. Montakun passes the ball to Eyeshield 21 but the referee blew the whistle as it was a dead ball and awarded it to Seibu as Tetsuma reaches the ground first. Seibu Wild Gunmen then run the time down and won the game 35-32. Everyone was despair and Montakun approaches the referee and Tetsuma ran over and chucked him aside. Hiruma explains that they still stand a chance to play in the Christmas Bowl in the loser’s bracket.
Football clinic explains that when playing receiver, it’s important to avoid revealing the route you’re running to your opponent.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 74] A Pact Between Rivals?!
Hiruma later explains the rules to the team. The top 8 teams will get to compete in the Kanto Tournament and play against the Eastern Champion for a place in Christmas Bowl. Since Tokyo is so big, the 3rd placing team will get to compete as well.
Montakun later ran over to Tetsuma and thank him for shoving him aside for his dumb actions. Montakun promised him that they will win the 3rd place tie breaker and they will meet again. Hiruma also went to thank The Kid and made him the bext QB for now. However, Sena didn’t have the same sincerity from Riku. Their relationship turns sour.
At night, the whole team went to the festival. Mamori invited Riku to the festival too. Riku is still ignoring Sena. They later light up some firework sparkle together while the team is placing some games at the festival. A boy then walk towards their path crying and Mamori asks Riku and Sena to take care of him while she searches for her mother. Riku then inquire how long he is going to masked his identity and asked him to win the tie breaker so that they can compete against each other again!
Football clinic explains that to tackle someone, you have to keep your head up and aim for the target’s belly button.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 75] The Spider’s Sting?!
The second semifinal is on the way. Ojo White Knights is up against Bando Bandits and the winner will face Seibu White Knights in the final.
While Sakaruba is very famous in the stadium and he receives a new contract from his former manager. Bando Spiders too have a famous key player in Hayato Akaba to plays an electric guitar in the stadium.
Ojo White Knights start the game with the kick and Bando Spiders is the receiving side. The score a 40-yard field goal in the opening minutes of the game and lead 3-0. Ojo White Knight is on the offense but each time Hayato Akaba plays a note on his electric guitar, his team manages to break down the offense. Ojo White Knights players were lost but Shin manages to counter their play and score a touchdown. Shin regains everyone’s confidence and they won the game 14-3 and advance to face Seibu Wild Gunmen in the finals.
Football clinic explains that the trick to blocking is to push into the opponents armpits with your palms.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 66-70] November 2, 2009
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Eyeshield 21 [Episode 66] The Sprinter’s Sena?!
There is one week before the match and Deimon Devil Bats is practicing hard which include bumping. Other team did not make it for training as their clubs are having tournaments as well.
Hiruma has the club house being modified by the school. The team arrives and watches the match between Taiyo Sphinx and Seibu Wild Gunmen. Seibu Wild Gunmen won the match easily with a score 60-0. However, Hiruma informed the team that they have 0% to win it and they have to practice harder and their bumping has to be better than Kamaguruma of Taiyo Sphinx.
The basketball team members lost their match. While Sena join the relay team to replace Ishimaru’s team member who is injured. They won the race despite chasing from behind.
Football clinic explains that when you want to make a feint, make sure to run in the opposite direction that your body is facing.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 67] The Three Made A Promise?!
Riku came to Deimon High School to find out who is Eyeshield 21. After the training, they walk home together and he informed that he wanted to find out who is Eyeshield 21. Then the three of them got mugged by some baddies but the three of them manage to escape through running away. Riku is suspecting that Eyeshield 21 is Sena.
Meanwhile, Hiruma confronted The Kid on who is the greatest QB after informing that Riku came over to their school. Hiruma believes that Shien Mushanokoji is the best in Tokyo which is him – The Kid.
At night, Riku and Sena met somewhere. Riku begins dashing at him in full speed but Sena dodged it. Riku found out his true cover and apologize for not telling it earlier. It’s a match between master and pupil when they meet tomorrow!
Football clinic explains that when you want to change direction when at top speed, be sure to use your heels to break to stop and then dart off again.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 68] Proof He’s The Fastest?!
It’s match day between Deimon Devil Bats and Seibu Wild Gunmen. Deimon won the coin toss and begin the game with the kick off! Riku caught the ball and uses his trademark Rodeo Drive run and score a touchdown. Seibu leads the game 7-0.
Deimon try to counter with Eyeshield using his Deimon Bat Ghost run blazing through the field. He avoids everyone but Riku manage to tackle him at the end. However, Eyeshield 21 still scores a touch down. Deimon doesn’t have a kicker and fail their attempt and the score stood at 7-6.
At the next play, Riku was running towards the line but Eyeshield 21 was following closely behind. Both not wanting to lose, they uses their specialty runs (Rodeo Drive & Deimon Bat Ghost) to avoid each other but Riku lose focus and ran out of play. During the restart off offense, Hiruma was trying to blitz The Kid from his blind spot but he manages to release his Quick and Fire throw.
Football clinic explains that when you want to dodge a tackle, you try to knock down your enemy with your hand when they draw close to you and continue running.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 69] The Field of Despair?!
It’s 7-6 with Seibu in the lead by one point. Will they be able to get more points? They down to 32 yards and Seibu’s Shotgun offense is still being executed!
Deimon uses the bumping technique they have been practicing and it was an instant success. Next was a battle of receiver, Tetsuma was being bump by Montakun but it did not even affect him slightly and Seibu score another touchdown and kick goal. The score now stood at 14-6.
Deimon is on the offense but Seibu’s raging Ushijima charge down their entire line and even stop the offense. Eyeshield 21 ran around the line and launches the attack but he was stopped by Riku’s Rodeo Drive and forces a turnover. Seibu is on the offense and Deimon continues to blitz ’em even know he knows it won’t work. He was waiting for Mamori to give him the plays and later Deimon Devil Bats manage to counter it but it was a fake throw by The Kid and he scored a touchdown. Seibu leads the game 21-6.
Football clinic explains that when you want to catch a long pass, make sure to only move your head so you don’t decelerate.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 70] Musashi is Right Here?!
Hiruma appears lost of ideas and seems to have given up hope. Kurita is low on confidence and wonder if Musashi will appear. He later have a flashback when the 3 of them were together in the last tournament, when Musashi was about to attempt for a kick goal but he receives the news that his father met an accident and is in the hospital. Musashi later resign from the team to takeover his father’s business as it is in debts.
The half is about to end and Hiruma plans to attempt for a kick goal. He is lose for ideas and it is the final play of the 1st half. Hiruma kicks a high ball towards the goal but it hit the post and it did not count.
Deimons begin the 2nd half on offense with a 15 points gap. Deimon uses a new formation ‘Blast’ and gain little yards in each play. Deimon manage to score a touchdown with Eyeshield 21 using the Devil Bat Dive. The score now stood at 21-12 with Deimon needing 2 more touchdowns.
Football clinic explains that when you want to catch a short pass, you have to put some distance between yourselves and catch the ball.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 56-60] October 30, 2009
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Eyeshield 21 [Episode 56] Toss him out! The Honorable Komusubi?!
Sena, Montakun and Komusubi try to figure how to defeat the tall Poseidon players and figure out that Sumo might help. They sought the sumo team to teach them by bribing him with mango pudding.
They went out training on their own and met Otawara at the field. Otawara gave them some word of advice. Komusubi then figured out a way to counter the Poseidon Giants and started his special training.
Komusubi later challenge the Sumo team but he refused and suggested him to join the Deimon Shopping Arcade Sumo Tournament to access how much he has improved. They later found out that Otawara is the 7th time reigning champion. Sena and Montakun lost along the way but Komusubi made it to the finals. He was up against Otawara of Ojo White Knights. He charged straight at Otawara but Otawara fought back by leaning force onto him. Komusubi then carry him and throw him out of the ring but somehow recovers. Otawaru was later forfeited from the match as he was penalized for nudity and Komusubi won the tournament.
Football clinic explains how to make a throw. You need to move your arm as straight as possible when throwing a pass.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 57] The Man Who Remembers?!
3 Kyoshin Poseidons went to spy on Deimon Devil Bats to report for their team meeting but it didn’t work out.
Himura took a part time job where his main objective is to spy on Kyoshin Poseidons. He sent Sena and Montakun to deliver the goods but they blow their covers. Sena and Montakun apologize and was about to leave and Kakei reiterated that Eyeshield 21 is a fake. He explains his previous encounter with the real Eyeshield 21.
Montakun and Eyeshield return to Kyoshin High School for a challenge. Eyeshield 21 will challenge Kakei by running pass him but he fail on the first attempt. Kakei crushed Eyeshield 21 with a tidal wave challenge as he was afraid. He later regains his confidence and asks for a retry. He blazed through Kakei with his Devil Bat Ghost which left Kakei surprised. Hiruma who happens to pass by manage to record the incident.
Football clinic explains how to catch a ball. When you go to catch the ball, make a triangle with your thumbs and pointer fingers.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 58] The Devils Vs The Sea Gods?!
It’s match day against Kyoshin Poseidons. Before the match, Kakei has a flashback on how he met and recruited Mizumachi from the swimming team and the glimmer of hope to make it to the Christmas Bowl.
The spot for the final four is on the line. It’s a match between two dark horses. Komusubi burst on the first offense and let loose Eyeshield 21. Mizumachi then counter with his swimming stance. Deimon Devil Bats offense and defense keep crumbling as Komusubi is being crushed by Mizumachi.
The Deimon chibies then fought back when Hiruma told them height don’t win games and when Komusubi’s parent came to support him. The chibies fought back and causes a turnover just yards from a touchdown.
Football clinic explains how to carry a ball. You have to make sure to keep the end of the ball tight against your elbow and against your side. Keep your ball at the right angle!
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 59] The Secret MVP?!
Kyoshin Poseidons realize that Deimon Devil Bats are no weaklings and decided to raise their game. The chibies were all fired up and determined to win the game. Komusubi continue to take on Mizumachi and manage to counter “The Swim” but Eyeshield 21 is unable to progress much as he was being stopped by Kakei’s Tidal Wave. The offense switch hands and Kyoshin Poseidons score a touchdown and lead 7-0. Deimon’s offense is being swept away by Kyoshin’s high wave and lead 14-0 at the end of 1st quarter.
In the 2nd quarter, Hiruma counters with a weird formation – Wishbone formation and gain 20 yards on their first try. The new formation confuses the opponent as they do not know who is running with the ball. Slowly gaining some yards in each play, Deimon manage to get a touchdown and the score is at 14-6.
Football clinic explains how to kick a ball. You use one of two kinds of kick tees when you kick the ball.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 60] The Promise Made On The Field?!
Deimon Devil Bats continue the offense using the wishbone formation. Eyeshield 21 scored a touchdown at the end of first half and the score at 14-12 with Kyoshin leading by 2 points.
Kakei figured out a way to counter the wishbone formation. He lures Eyeshield 21 and stop the Devil Bat Ghost run with his Moby Dick Anchor grab. Devil Bat Ghost is beaten for the first time! Deimon fail to get a first down while Kyoshin score a field goal and led 17-12.
The team was on the verge of giving up but Yukimaru pulls everyone together. He even made Sena realized an important point. Mamori then realize something but her explanation using sign language but it gave Himura another idea. Deimon scores a touchdown and lead for the first time 18-17.
Football clinic explains the main point of the wrist when throwing a ball. The key points are when you let go of the ball is to put your pinky finger on the laces and not move your wrist.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 51-55] October 29, 2009
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Eyeshield 21 [Episode 51] Beware! The Demonic Chameleons?!
Someone dressed up as Eyeshield 21 and destroy Zokugaku’s uniforms and leaving a red cloth with the number 21 behind. Zokugaku’s members were furious about it and concluded that it was Eyeshield 21 and went over to Deimon High School for revenge. They were however stopped by Hiruma and Habashira before both teams were disqualified from the tournament. Later that night, one of Zokugaku’s members was attack by the Eyeshield 21. They were unable to do anything as they were restricted by their manager and respect Habashira’s ambition to play in the Christmas Bowl.
However, Habashira’s member was confronted by another gang and a fight was about to take place. Habashira managed to stop it but got beaten up as he refuses to fight back. Sena and Montakun happen to pass by and saw the entire incident.
The next day, Sena was trying to uncover the mystery and he was helped by Hiruma with a little hint. Sena went to informed Zokugaku about it as he suspects Dokubari Scorpions is behind all this. However, Habashira already found the culprit and told Sena to bring Eyeshield 21 to meet him at Dokubari High School.
At Dokubari High School, Habashira confronted Kanagushi (captain of the Scorpions) but he denied everything. Later Eyeshield appears and admitted everything. Feeling surprised Habashira believes that Eyeshield will never play dirty. Meanwhile, Sena dressed up as Eyeshield 21 appeared and Kanagushi ordered everyone to attack Sena to prove that he is the fake. Sena ran away avoiding everyone’s attack and the fake Eyeshield was uncovered. Mystery solved!
Football clinic explains that a route is where the receiver runs to perfect the play.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 52] Clash! The Chameleons vs. The Poseidons?!
It’s match day between The Chameleons and The Poseidons. Deimon Devil bats went to watch the match as they will play against the winner if they won in their match against the Scorpions.
Zokugaku changed their line using huge players with brute strength. However, Zokugaku is struggling in the match while Kyoshin is playing with ease. Mizumachi pissed off Zokugaku and was given a 10 yard penalty. Zokugaku was later penalized again and Habashira replaced 3 of his members for causing problems.
Kyoshin begins their offense to finish off the game. Takami receives information that 2 years ago Mizumachi burst into the swimming arena and later disappear. Mizumachi went rampant with his swimming style attacks and Kyoshin scores a few touchdowns. Zokugaku players were completely destroyed and gave up on the match and ended losing 42-0.
Football clinic explains the player wears a full upper-body protector underneath their uniform.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 53] The Fearsome, Venomous Scorpions?!
Seibu Wild Gunmen, Ojo White Knights, Bando Spiders & Kyoshin Poseidons have all made the best of 8 teams with respective wins.
Dokubari Scorpions has a history of 10 Wins and 1 loss in their previous matches. Half of it was won through forfeits while some won through internal fighting problems within the team mates.
Eyeshield 21 was trying to hurt him before and after training. Inserting tacks in his shoes, shot put ball was flying at his direction out of no where and loosening bolts at a construction site. However, he escapes unhurt in all the incidents. Meanwhile, Hiruma got kidnapped at night.
The match between Deimon Devil Bats and Dokubari Scorpions is about to begin but Hiruma is missing. Kurita became the team captain and appointed Ishimaru as the team’s QB. Dokubari Scorpions started strongly and took 14-0 lead. Everyone became frustrated but Kurita restore everyone’s confidence. Will Deimon Devil Bats be able to fight and win the match without Hiruma?
Football clinic explains that 6 points is awarded for a touchdown, while 3 points for a field goal.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 54] The Missing Leader?!
The road to recovery begins. Deimon Devil Bats managed to score a touchdown and made it 14-6. However, Dokubari figured out Deimon’s game play easily and injured Ishimaru purposely and got penalized 15 yards. The first quarter ended 14-6.
Hiruma showed up at the 2nd quarter and everyone regain their confidence. Hiruma’s missing is to train the team to be independent while he is not around.
He later asked the team to put on lipsticks and even on their finger tips. Dokubari Scorpions is reading their finger tips on their game play through the rush of blood. Deimon Devil Bats slowly caught up and took the lead. Hiruma completely read the opponents play and won the match 42-14. Deimon Devil Bats advance as the best of 8 teams.
Football clinic explains about the numbers on the field. If the offense advance 10 yards in four plays, they will stay on the offense.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 55] A Physique-al Barrier?!
On the way back after the match, Mizumachi and Kakei met Sena, Monta and Komusubi and exchange some words. Mizumachi made some remarks which offended Komusubi. He later ran away from home and left a message to the team saying that he left because he was a burden to the team.
Komusubi has a flashback on his life and realize that he has not grown at all after all these years. It made him even more depressed. Meanwhile, the team started a searching squad.
Sena found out where Komusubi might be after talking to his mum. The team went there and found him there. They made him realized that he is part of the team and he felt wanted and regain his confidence.
Football clinic explains how to make an offense. You can run straight ahead or try to gain a lot of ground with a pass.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 46-50] October 24, 2009
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Eyeshield 21 [Episode 46] The Ghost Vs The Spear?!
2 Shuei Elephants players were injured. Shin and Otawara was invited to join the Shuei Elephants as replacements after the local sports reporter recommended them.
Eyeshield 21 failed to get passed Shin as he keeps spear tackling him. Eyeshield 21 wanted to see how he fair against Shin but Himura forbids him to use the Devil Bat Ghost run and he abides by it. Soon, the Haha brothers arrive at the stadium and join in the play too.
Shin continues to spear tackle Eyeshield 21 and later told him that he is always giving a 100% and never regret anything. Sena was pumped up and later releases the secret weapon – The Devil Bat Ghost and outrun Shin with a touchdown. The score now stood at 38-24 with the Shuei Elephant still in the lead. Eyeshield 21 then defeated Shin and scores another touchdown and close the gap to 38-31. Eyeshield 21 tries to outrun Shin again but fail at the 3rd attempt. The Shuei Elephants won the match 66-34.
Football clinic explains that Japan’s Samurai Warrior does participate in America Arena Football League. They’re literally samurai who have crossed the seas to fight.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 47] They’re on Fire! The Guts?!
Deimon Devil Bats went to the beach to watch their opponents, Yuhi Guts at training. They are a passionate and united team.
The next day, Deimon Devil Bats went to watch the match between Ojo White Knights and Sankaku Punks, a team where Ojo won by a mere point during the Spring tournament. Yuhi Guts team also attended the match to do some research on the Ojo White Knights. Ojo White Knights dominated the match and won 82-0.
Football clinic explains that a game of football is 60 minutes broken down to 15 minutes each quarter.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 48] A Battle of Effort, Fortitede and Will?!
Round 2 begins. It’s the match between Deimon Devil Bats and Yuhi Guts. However, Yuhi replaced all their main players with an all star dream team. Players from other sports which are bribe to play football. Yuhi Guts scored the first touchdown and is in the lead while the actual Yuhi Guts is dejected at the bench.
Deimon Devil Bats soon took over the game and is leading 24-7 with Taki making his game debut in a tournament. The fill-ins quit the team and real Yuhi Guts finally get to play. Yuhi Guts gave their all but still failed and ended up losing 7-56. Deimon Devil Bats advances to the 3rd round.
Football clinic explains that a team consists of 11 players on the field. You can switch players on both offense and defense.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 49] The Refined Spirit of a Linesman?!
On their way back from school (Sena, Monta, Komusubi, Kurita and Yukimitsu), they were getting pump up of their next opponent which lead to a minor accident. They made Kurita tumbling down the overhead bridge and nearly crushed someone but he avoided and got Kurita standing unhurt.He is Onihei Yamamoto, the captain of Hashiratani Deer the no 1 lineman.
Coach Doburoku then appears out of nowhere and explains that Kurita idolizes Onihei and treats him like a master. Kurita then explains his first encounter with Onihei Yamamoto whose is given the nickname Ogre Soldier. It was also during a match that Onihei gave some advice to Kurita to overcome his weaknesses.
The next day, they went to support Hashiratani Deer against Kyoshin Poseidons. Onihei and team dominated the match 14-0 but soon Kyoshin Poseidons send in their secret weapons as replacements. The outcome overturns with the Poseidons winning the match 31-14 ending Onihei’s hope to play in the Christmas Bowl.
Football clinic explains that a scramble is when a QB holds on to the ball and runs. It’s an emergency fallback play when a pass can’t be completed.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 50] The Courage to Stand Firm?!
After the match, the reporter wanted to interview Eyeshield 21. Sena went and change and accidentally bump into Mizumachi. Mizumachi challenges Eyeshield 21 but he ran away.
The coach brought them to a barbecue dinner. Coincidently, Ojo White Knights also went there for dinner. Shoji and Doburoku had a reunion night while both team mix around for dinner.
Shin offered Sena some advice outside the restaurant. After Shin left, Sena met Kakei and Mizumachi who happen to pass by. Hiruma then instructed Sena to fetch Eyeshield 21. Kakei then unmask Sena that he is the fake Eyeshield 21 but Sena didn’t care much about it as Shin’s word of encouragement stuck with him as he now has the courage to stand firm. Eyeshield 21 is up for the challenge and blaze through Mizumachi off guard.
Football clinic explains that an interception is when you catch the opponent’s pass and go back on offense. It’s a big play that changes who’s on offense and who’s on defense.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 41-45] October 23, 2009
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Eyeshield 21 [Episode 41] The Ace’s Missing?!
The Fall Tournament begins with the introduction of the teams at the stadium and the National Football Championship Tournament begins!
Munakata and the Amino Cyborgs confronted the Deimon Devil Bats before the match. It left everyone pump up for the match. Sena and Taki were interview by the reporter and boarded the wrong bus to the stadium and headed to Nagano.
The match begins without Sena and Taki whom are still on the way to the stadium with the help from Zokugaku. Amino took the lead and Deimon’s linebacker crumbles miserably. Coach Doburoku realizes their mistake and corrected them instantly and made the linebackers explode and they broke the Cyborgs.
Football clinic explains that huddle is a strategy meeting which is held during the game to score a touchdown.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 42] The Devil Bat Ghost?!
The match continues with Deimon on the counter attack still losing 7-0. Deimon relies on Montakun but he got crushed by the Cyborgs and soon the Amino Cyborgs were up 14-0. Montakun is badly crushed but continues to play with high determination.
Amino Cyborgs relies heavily on their data and analysis. Deimon countered their data and manages some touchdowns through Ishimaru, an unknown player to the opposition. Currently it stands at 14-12 and Eyeshield 21 finally arrives at the stadium. The spirits were high and Eyeshield 21 is unveiling his ‘Devil Bat Ghost’ run and Deimon Devil Bats won the match 36-14 and advance to the 2nd round.
Football clinic explains that sack is when you crush the QB or the person who is giving the orders so that the team can seal off the offense.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 43] The Legendary 60-Yard Magnum?!
The team watched a match where Bando Spiders won 7-6. Kotaro Sasaki is the kicker for Bando Spiders who has 100% success ratio. The coach soon explains that in a tight game those points will make a difference.
Meanwhile, Musashi catches a glimpse of the match where Deimon won the game. Sena and Montakun are out searching for Musashi to persuade him back to the team. Without knowing much about Musashi, they challenged Muro from the football team thinking that he is Musashi. They were up against the soccer team and went searching for members to complete the penalty kick team.
Sena, Montakun and Kotaro Sasaki are 3 members and soon they recruited Cerberus and Musashi accidentally. They won the shootout with Musashi making the winning kick. He later introduces himself. Sena and Montakun pleaded him to rejoin the team but were rejected as Musashi felt that the team was too weak and would consider if they were better and stronger.
Football clinic explains that you can kick the ball into the goal for 3 points instead of a touchdown and you can get 1 point for kicking it in after a touchdown.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 44] My Debut?!
The team continues training. Hiruma arrange a friendly match with the Zokugaku chameleons to prepare for the match against the Yuhi Guts. Taki was brilliant in training but will not be able to play as he is still not registered as a student.
However, there is an entrance exam around the corner. Mamori and Yukimitsu help Taki with his entrance exam revision but he never took it seriously and upset his sister, Suzuna. They found a way to teach him by relating it with football and he will understand it. He manages to pass the entrance test by a mere 3 points.
The friendly match between Deimon Devil Bats and Zokugaku Chameleon takes place. It’s also Taki’s debut as a tight end. Habashira got his team to heavily mark Eyeshield 21 and Montakun but the focus was on Taki and he manages a few touchdowns. Deimon Devil Bats found a new offense card and won the match 30-28.
Football clinic explains about ‘blitz’. It’s when a linebacker or defensive back tackles someone during defense. When you are blitz-ing, you will sacrifice defense for it.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 45] The Ghost is Off Limits?!
Demon Devil Bats are having more spectators during their trainings. Hiruma forbids Sena to use the Devil Bat Ghost during training to avoid spies.
Meanwhile, Ojo White Knights’ coach felt that Shin and Otawara’s training partners are not up to standard and arrange them to practice with the Shuei Elephants, an adult corporate team. Shuei Elephant players were impressed with the performance of Shin and Otawara at the training. Meanwhile, Shin, Montakun and Komusubi also arrived at the stadium and manage to catch a glimpse of action.
Montakun and Komusubi help the Samurai Warriors who are short on players as they face the Shuei Elephants. The shortage of players was because Taki misled some Samurai Warriors into the wrong bus to the Nagano Hot Springs. The Samurai Warriors QB was reluctant to trust the services of high scholars and try to work things around and failed. Montakun and Komusubi proof their strengths and work things around. Soon Sena join the team with the help from Suzana providing a helmet with an eye shield. He blazed the field and scores a touchdown.
Football clinic explains that Arena Football is an indoor football game played with 8 people. It is popular that in America it has its own league.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 36-40] October 22, 2009
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Eyeshield 21 [Episode 36] The Final Trial?!
1000 miles left to go till they reach Las Vegas. Coach Doburoku informed that it is time to put their body up to the test. It is time where their whole body aches and time to cope with it. It is also said that the last 200 miles will be the toughest.
The truck got stuck in a loophole but the linebackers manage to get it out. The truck then rolls into a pond. Trying to save the truck from sinking, everyone chip in and manage to get it out.
2,000 km completed and the entire team reached Las Vegas. Everyone was exhausted and slept once they check-in into the hotel. Meanwhile, Coach Doburuko informed Sena that he can’t follow them back to Japan and challenges him to run past him again. This time Sena blazed through him easily while Doburoku felt a ghost just run past him. Hiruma later sold the truck and they use the money to gamble and won! Betting on roulette table 21 and number 21, they repay the coach’s debt and return to Japan.
Football clinic explains about the people who offer support the team such as head coaches who set up game plays and trainers who train the body.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 37] The Distant Peak?!
The Devil Bats is on the plane back to Japan. Sena and Montakun found out that Ojo lost to Shinryuji in the Kanto Tournament. Shinryuji won 41-3.
The White Knights are starting intensive training after losing the tournament. Sakuraba felt that he has wasted 5 years even after training so hard and improving; his level is still far behind from Shin.
Shin then learn about Takami’s struggle to become a QB while listening to the conversation between Shin and the coach. The coach also mentioned that Takami and Shin both need to complacent each other and now they are a complete team. Sakuraba was in tears after hearing it and became more determine to train. He then quit his modeling career and concentrates on football.
Football clinic explains about timeout. A timeout is when you stop playing in the middle of a game. Each team gets 3 timeouts per half.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 38] The New Starting Lineup?!
A new school term begins. The final test took place to assess their performance. The new lineup was announced and Taki made the team as the tight end position. However, Yukimitsu was left out of the team. Ishimaru made the cut instead of him.
Sena and Montakun shouted some words on encouragement to let Yukimitsu hear it. Yukimitsu regain his confidence and vows to fight until the end till he gets a spot in team.
Football clinic explains about Christmas Bowl. It is the championship game between the eastern and western conference champions. It’s a wild game that happens right around Christmas!
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 39] The Road to the Christmas Bowl?!
The Fall tournament is just around the corner. The team is practicing as hard as ever. However, reporters from the local TV station arrive to interview Eyeshield 21.
Suzuna was surprised why Sena masked his identity from Mamori that he is Eyeshield 21. He explains the whole story on how he begins since the first of school while hiding from the reporters.
Football clinic explains about getting points. 6 points will be obtain from a touchdown while 1 point while be obtain from a kick.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 40] The Night Before the Game?!
7 days till the Fall tournament begins. Deimon Devil Bat is up against Amino High School that is nicknamed “The Game Stealing Amino”.
The team practice hard throughout the week. There was also a brief introduction of the Amino Cyborgs, a team very much based on the analyzing of the technologies.
Everyone gather at the clubhouse after school a day before the game. The Haha brothers were a bit nervous about it. Kurita was worried about it and went home early. He is superstitious and felt something was going wrong when the saw his shoelace was torn. His day has gone bad to worse when the lucky fortune he obtained was a very unlucky outcome.
Musashi was watching from afar at the Deimon Devil Bats at training. Hiruma was there to invite back to the team but he refuses. Meanwhile, Kurita was missing and did not return home. Kurita regain his confidence when he remembers the pledge he made on the TV and came out of hiding. He apologizes for making everyone worried sick.
Football clinic explains about offense. A team gets to be on offense four times. If the team gets a first down during the possession, they get to remain on the offense.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 31-35] October 20, 2009
Posted by itsahanzo in Anime.Tags: A Solitary Death March, American football, Anime, Eyeshield 21, Minds Made Up, OH! My Sister, Quitters, Signs of a Ghost
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Eyeshield 21 [Episode 31] Minds Made Up?!
The Death March training begins. They will now cram a year of training and complete it within 40 days by travelling from Houston to Las Vegas on foot.
Panther receives information that Shin is training at the Mt. Fuji and decided to find him. The NASA Aliens was bound to return to America and change their name to NASA Shuttles with a spot for Panther in the team.
Panther finally found Shin and they had brief moment together. Panther than challenge Shin unwillingly and got beaten. Shin told him that he will not be able to defeat him in these conditions. Panther then asked him if Eyeshield 21 is better than him. Shin explains that if he can overcome his weaknesses, he will be an unpredicted potential running back. Meanwhile, Sena figures out a way to run without stopping or slowing him down. The team progress 20km on the first day of training.
Football clinic explains about the roles of a linebacker. They stop opponents from running up the middle and they fend off any and all tackles who try to charge.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 32] Quitters?!
Hiruma set a 40km goal per day and made everyone train 2 days and 2 nights straight. Everyone was exhausted, injured and tired. Kuroki and Toga (Ha-Ha brothers) ran away from the torturing training but Jumonji stayed behind. However when they woke up Jumonji was gone.
Jumoji went and convinced them to continue the training. They broke into a fight but at last came together. Sena, Montakun and Komusubi later join them. They then resume training and join up with the team!
Football clinic explains about the roles of the defense line. They block against the approaching enemy’s attack.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 33] OH! My Sister?!
The team arrived at San Antonio. They checked-in at a motel and Hiruma introduced some playing cards which explain about football plays and ask the team to learn it. While training to the next city, Sena lost his stone as it got tangled with some motorbikes. Sena chase after it and later they reunite him with Suzuna Taki.
Suzuna explains that she is still searching for his brother in a short chat. They then head out together to search for his brother and stumble across the San Antonio team tryouts. Suzana found his brother at the venue. Suzana’s brother upset some thugs who came for the tryouts and later somehow Sena were involved in the tryouts as well. Despite Hiruma screaming at him, Sena decided to help out his brother and the people on his team before rejoining the team.
Football clinic explains about tight end’s role. A tight end will do whatever the next play requires him to fulfill such as block, catch, run and etc …
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 34] Signs of a Ghost?!
The tryout begins and Sena found out that Taki (Suzuna’s brother) has never play a real game before nor does he know the rules of the game. Sena and Taki are on Team B along with Jimmy Simmard who plays as a QB. However, the thugs are still out for revenge.
The thugs purposely injured Jimmy by stepping on his wrist after the first play. After a some good runs by Taki, the thugs were furious and were picking on him regardless whether he had the ball. Sena then step in and pick up the next play. He blazed the field and scored a touchdown. He was amazed but soon realized that it was the benefits from the Death March.
The results of the tryouts were announced. Taki did not make it and was kind of depressed. The coach came over and explains that he was kinda impressed with his speed and flexibility and asked him to get some gaming experience. He will be scouting him. Sena made thee cut for the tryout but left the scene with Taki and Suzunna as Sena would him to tryout as a Tight End for the team.
Football clinic explains about the Safety’s position. A Safety stays back the farthest on defense to stop the opponent with tackles and stop ’em dead.
Eyeshield 21 [Episode 35] A Solitary Death March?!
Sena pleaded to Hiruma to let Taki join but he refuses. He says he will consider if he can complete the Death March. Meanwhile, Sena has improved and was given a new routine. He will now be running in zig zag – “The Devil Bat Ghost”
Yukimitsu is struggling in training and soon collapsed. Sena confronted Hiruma but both Hiruma and coach Doburoku believed Yukimitsu is finished and decided to leave him behind. However, Yukimitsu refuses to give up and continue training without breaks.
Football clinic explains about the Cornerback’s position. A Cornerback stops the opponent’s wide receivers from catching. It hinders the enemy’s movement so they can’t get near any passes.
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