The Prince of Tennis: Two Samurais, The First Game

Ryouma Echizen and the Seishun Academy boys' tennis team receive an invitation to play an exhibition match on a luxury cruise ship owned by Hikomaro Sakurafubuki. Upon arrival, they're stunned to find Ryouma's adopted older brother, Ryouga, leading the opposing team. Seishun dominates their early matches, thrilling the onboard audience-but soon, odd details about the cruise emerge, from suspiciously low-quality sushi to strangely decorated bathrooms. Their suspicions grow until they uncover the truth: Sakurafubuki is orchestrating an illegal gambling scheme. The team is expected to throw their next matches so he can cash in on rigged bets. Earlier opponents had been ordered to lose intentionally, making Seishun the heavy favorites. Now, if they refuse to comply, their lives are at stake-every crew member, including Ryouga, is armed and loyal to Sakurafubuki. Left with no outside help, the team must rely on their wits and tennis skills to survive. As they prepare to fight back, the two sons of Samurai Nanjiro face off in a high-stakes match to settle once and for all who is the stronger player.