As the placement matches begin, Yaichi sees his chance to climb even higher in the Shogi world ranks. But while his own career surges forward beyond his expectations, his Master, Kousuke Kiyotaki, is staring down demotion and retirement. Now, Kiyotaki must come to terms with the decline in his skills and adapt to the younger generation’s playstyle or risk losing his long, hard-fought career.

Meanwhile, Ai Yashajin competes in the Mynavi Women’s Open. With research and the Shogi sense to back it up, she must prove that she’s earned her wings and can soar high above the competition...or come crashing down from her ascent.