Episode 261: The place where everyone is watching
The waiting room of the Korean team ahead of the Japan match.
Because the ranking was higher than any of the international exchange matches they had fought against, and because their opponent was Japan, the players’ enthusiasm was hotter than ever, and the tension was palpable.
It was also amusing to see Lee Chang-hyun, who usually pours out his tactics, strategies, and opinions without paying attention to what other people think, pay attention to what Chairman Lee Geun-taek or I think.
‘Well… … No matter what, I’m still a rookie.’
From Lee Min-seok’s perspective, I understood. However, I still didn’t think of adding anything to Lee Chang-hyun’s plan.
Maybe because I thought there was a guy who was better than me and could carry the Korean Hunters League forward.
Recently, Kang Jun-hyeok has been the ace of the Korean Hunters League, but I vividly recall the days when Lee Min-seok himself was the ace.
He has yet to play in an overseas league, and has been a member of the national team several times. When he plays for the Korean national team, he sets up tactics and directs his teammates.
‘… … I was a great player back then, but I couldn’t create a great team.’
Because I was able to read the situation quickly, I was able to recognize my disappointment and my limitations and give up. I was also able to leave Korea quickly.
After that, he never showed up as a member of the Korean national team.
Because I didn’t want to feel miserable anymore seeing the Korean league crumbling in some way or another, despite giving it my all.
But, at some point while wandering around overseas leagues.
There was a guy who made me think about the domestic league again.
Takumi Minamino, who played together with me on the same team in the European league.
Based on his outstanding individual skills, he returned to his home country of Japan and showed the same great performance, and even rose to become a national hero.
That… that was what I envied.
I was envious of the Hunters League environment in Japan, a country where things that were thought impossible could be achieved.
The most frustrating thing is that I have to keep watching Takumi like that. In the overseas league, we play together with a smile. Even though I often win, I can’t imagine going to the national team and winning.
That limit. That unchangeable frame. That which a mere athlete’s body cannot do anything about.
I was despairing of it.
But what about this time?
What do I see before my eyes now?
With just one player, a team was created that turned the Hunters League of Korea upside down, and the rankings of Korean players were in turmoil.
He was making his case to the world and showing the power of the Hunters League that Korea was creating.
That was even the best output in the Korean Hunters League. It was achieved entirely by Lee Chang-hyun’s own efforts, without even asking Lee Min-seok’s name.
“It is a hidden strength of our team and our players, and a strategy that we have never shown when practicing with the Japanese team.”
Even this time, against Japan, which seems like a difficult match.
Even exposing some of the power of PER that they wanted to hide from other Korean teams.
Was trying to win.
Lee Min-seok stared at the sight with deep emotion and couldn’t help but smile.
Doing nothing did not mean not helping.
‘Even if I do nothing, just stand back and watch. Even if I just act as a pacemaker when I feel a little tired.’
The player who will lead together. The next player of this league. The player who will show the higher level of the Korean Hunters League. There was one now.
‘… … Wait, Takumi. Our monster rookie who knocked you down before will be there.’
***
While Korea’s athletic ability is on the rise, Lee Chang-hyun and Kang Jun-hyeok are taking turns using an overwhelming one-top strategy, making it a feast for the eyes.
Korea was truly in chaos.
“We are not accepting sponsorship inquiries.”
“No, you want me to hear the conditions first?”
“I’ve already said what I wanted to say, so I’ll get up first. Okay, that’s all for now.”
‘Haaah… … .’
Kim Seong-jun, who is guarding the home team in PER, was suffering from many more inquiries about sponsorship and the team than when PER beat LTD in the Korean Hunters League.
Hunters League is a sport that is enjoyed and enjoyed by people of all ages, but it is an ironic sport that has never been active on the international stage.
But suddenly, PER’s captain Lee Chang-hyun left the Korean team.
It was inevitable, as he had achieved such overwhelming results that he stood out more than anyone else.
‘It seems that Lord Lehman is satisfied, but… … .’
On the other hand, there were some areas of concern.
Lehmann may not know, but Kim Sung-jun knew that the Korea-Japan match was extremely sensitive for Korea.
But I don’t know if Japan is an easy opponent to play against, but I’ve heard from insiders that the odds of Japan winning are higher in the casinos…
Because the image of an ace that had been built up until now could have fallen to the level of a traitor.
That’s why, as the Japan vs. Korea match begins, my heart is pounding more than ever.
I have never won on an international stage before, but this is a match I absolutely cannot afford to lose.
It was a match with such an absurd history… …
[Caster: In fact, even last year or the year before last. No, in fact, in the past 7 years, the Korean league has never won against a Japanese team. But do you think there is some hope for this match?]
[Commentator: It is true that it is hopeless if we look at the past completely… … In fact, this year’s team is different from the Korean teams of the past. This is the established theory. Of course, the records of international exchange matches up to now are different, and the players are different. The main weakness pointed out is… … Since they were brought in from various teams, there may be a lack of teamwork… … ]
‘Your breathing may not be in sync… ‘
In Kim Sung-jun’s case, he just laughed when he heard about that past analysis. As expected, the prediction became reality.
[Caster: Hasn’t the teamwork been showing such incredible performances that it’s hard to believe they’re on the same team since a year ago?]
[Commentator: Yes. That’s why. Korea’s overwhelming one-top strategy. And their hands and feet that work together as if they’re on telepathy without saying a word. In fact, it’s not emphasized much, but this is really important. They set up airbeats in dangerous moments to create an escape route. That’s what saves one person.]
Along with the commentator’s comments, scenes of the Korean team were shown in the background.
[Caster: Then, commentator… … what do you think the ratio is?]
[Commentator: From 5 to 5… … Now that we have the momentum, I think we could see Korea win 6 to 4.]
The comments came up so fast that they couldn’t be seen.
[6 vs 4 is what the heck lol. It’s some voodoo.]
No, but I think it’s worth a try since it’s a tradition of international exchanges so far, lol
No, that’s not true. Japan has been doing this until now, right?
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ㄴ Do you know the Japanese players’ lineup? … Do commentators only watch the Korean league?
No, that’s not true. That commentator also comments on the Chinese league.
N You were the one who didn’t know~
n One thing is certain, it seems like Korea has a higher chance of winning than ever?
Although reactions were somewhat mixed, one thing was certain.
The fact that everyone has high expectations for this Korean team.
Whether it’s Lee Chang-hyun or Kang Jun-hyeok with a one-top strategy, there is an expectation that they will show the fiery strength they have shown so far and break through.
Before the game, if it could be called a good omen, it could be called a good omen, but… …
‘Why do I keep getting anxious… … .’
Rather, was it Kim Seong-jun’s illusion that he was increasingly feeling that something was wrong?
If Japan were to find a weakness in that one-top strategy and exploit it, and if that happens and the one-top player, Lee Chang-hyun, slips… …
Even though it wasn’t my job, I felt dizzy.
‘This game… … It might be better for Lee Chang-hyun not to play… … .’
But all Kim Sung-jun could do was watch with his employees at PER’s home.
***
If I had to pick the most nerve-racking and exciting moment, surprisingly, it would be right before the game started rather than the moment when the game started.
In particular, the time from the stadium entrance to the start of the game.
The moment when the cheers of the audience echo and the heat of the live broadcast is felt on the skin.
Of course, unfortunately, most of the audience’s cheers were directed at the opposing team, the Japanese team. It couldn’t be helped since the game was held in Japan…
The fact that there aren’t many people cheering me on is a bit disappointing.
‘Of course, it’s even crazier and more fun when you quietly turn a place like this into a library.’
The moment when the Japanese players began to enter from the other side, the audience’s response became more passionate than ever before.
I found myself smiling like a mischievous child without realizing it.
***
Overall, the Japanese team’s mood was solemn.
As it is their home ground, they are determined not to show any sign of losing.
Since my past record is also my record, I came to this stadium with the mindset that I could never lose.
And then, without exchanging a single word with the Korean players they met right away, unlike during the practice match, there was only a stern exchange of glances.
The game started right away.
“The map is… not bad. It’s going according to plan. There are no variables.”
The map that appeared this time was… … interestingly enough, ‘Palace.’
Hunter’s League basically recreates the battlefield that appeared in the tower and you fight there, but what’s interesting is that there are places that are surprisingly similar to the real world.
The map that appeared this time was also like that.
It was a map that reminded me of the palaces I saw when I traveled to Korea.
The garden was dyed in autumn leaves, and looking at the quiet backyard, it was a map that made me feel enriched even without doing anything.
However, that wasn’t what mattered to the Hunters League players.
The presence or absence of neutral monsters. The need for strategy modification due to the special nature of the map. The accessibility of relics. That was the only thing to watch out for on the map.
And although it wasn’t a very famous map, Kaoru, who had just glanced at it and figured out the map, started giving orders.
“After joining, provoke the opponent’s strengthened center forward, and then dribble while drawing him in. Execute the existing strategy as is.”
“okay.”
A tense situation. However, one thing that was fortunate was that the map was chosen so that the strengths of the Korean team, known for being particularly good at using maps and being flexible in strategic planning, were not revealed.
Only combat. A map where you only have to worry about combat.
It was time for the Japanese team to show their mettle as they have faced other great, international and excellent teams without an overwhelmingly strong lone striker.
“Whether it’s Kang Jun-hyeok or Lee Chang-hyun. Tell them to come and see for themselves.”
There is no room for complacency. Each side’s strength and strategy are almost completely revealed.
All that’s left is to confront it with all your might.
If only Kaoru hadn’t made any mistakes, he would have won this match.
With that thought in mind, I took a step forward.
fantasy,
