Yu-Gi-Oh! The Pitfall Hero

"The Amazon... I remember it being a tribe that lived in tropical rainforests, a tribe consisting only of women..."

Looking at Tania's clothing style, Yusei's face showed a knowing expression.

He was burly, with a physique that looked like he could kill someone with his bare hands, and he also had a particular fondness for keeping tigers as pets...

The combination of various elements certainly has a distinct Amazon style.

“As expected, you are also one of the Seven Star Kings…” Upon hearing Tania announce her name, Jaden Yuki frowned immediately, recalling Camilla’s various wicked behaviors.

Even his originally kind eyes were instantly stained with a domineering golden color due to the surge of anger in his heart.

(PS: The domineering personality represented by the golden eyes is another side that has always been hidden in Jaden Yuki's heart, and it is not something that was created later in life.)

"Heh... Don't you guys confuse me with that vampire!"

Raising an eyebrow and noticing the unfriendly expressions on everyone's faces, Tania stretched out her arms and said, "I have no interest in doing anything underhanded... The reason I called a group of people to help me is simply to wager the key to the Seven Star Gate in this arena and engage in a sacred battle with my opponent!"

Regardless of whether she was the key holder or not, Tania only wanted to duel with powerful men.

The boss's task?

Ha... Get out of my way!

"...A sacred battle?"

Tania's words reminded Yusei of the duel in the royal tomb.

In that place, duels were also regarded as a sacred ritual.

Only by passing that trial ritual can one gain the recognition of the dark artifacts and the opportunity to leave that place.

"That's right... For me, a duel is an intense battle where every punch lands on my skin! And the only person who can fight me... is a man among men!"

As she said this, Tania glanced at everyone in front of her and began to squint at the people who remained.

That sneaky, androgynous, ugly guy who looks like a pot of grease... Pass!

Hmm... a bespectacled, timid cat lover... too thin and too bookish! She looks like she's about to collapse, pass!

A short, blue-haired kid... Ha! He probably doesn't even have all his teeth yet... Pass!

This fat guy looks like a koala... Ugh! He'd be alright as a pet! But forget about fighting him...

And... that fair-skinned, blonde, big-breasted woman... tsk tsk tsk... that's a direct pass! No need to even consider her! Although she has a figure that's perfect for childbearing, I have no interest in women!

……

After excluding Professor Chronos, Daitokuji-sensei, Marufuji Sho, Maeda Hayato, and Asuka, the only people who still meet Tania's criteria are Yusei, Yuki Jaden, Manjoume Inazuma, and Misawa Daichi (Caesar and Fubuki are not included).

Coincidentally, these are all boys in the Duel Academy who are considered to be among the best in terms of both looks and strength.

Ignoring Asuka's protest, "Women aren't worthy of being opponents, what kind of nonsense is this?!" Tania crossed her arms and taunted the remaining group, "...Those who think they're men, step forward!"

“…Oh? Since you’ve said that, you can’t not step forward!” Even though he knew Tania was deliberately provoking him, Yusei had no intention of refusing.

"I can't let Yusei always shoulder the burden alone. It's my turn to step up now!" With an eager expression on his face, Jaden Yuki raised his Duel Disk.

"Hmph! Arrogant fellow... I'll show you the power of Mr. Manjoume!" With his arms crossed and head held high, Manjoume had an air of "I'm the best in the world" on his face.

After a series of resounding victories, Wan Zhangmu's confidence is now at an all-time high.

As long as he doesn't encounter a cheater whose name contains the character "游" (you), he won't feel panicked at all!

“My big D… no! My decks are itching for a fight! Tania, bring it on!” Misawa Daichi pulled off his coat, revealing multiple deck boxes tied to his chest, mimicking the previous pose.

That is it, representing earth, water, fire, wind, light, darkness... and seven decks specifically designed to counter Fusion Monsters!

After the previous deck theft incident, Daichi Misawa became more cautious and chose to keep these decks on his person so that he could use them at any time...

"Hmm... you all look quite good, which suits my taste~" Like an emperor choosing concubines to serve him in bed, Tania was caught in a difficult decision as she looked at the four people standing in front of her.

After careful consideration, she finally raised her arm and pointed to someone: "YOU! It's you I've decided on!"

"...Tch! Not selected?"

"……Ah!"

Yusei and the others, whose names weren't called, clicked their tongues and returned to the crowd.

Daichi Misawa, whose name was called by Tania, smiled slightly, and a look of superiority unconsciously appeared on his face.

It seems that this Amazonian empress prefers a tough, square-faced man like him to young heartthrobs like Yusei and Manjoume!

Although I'm not particularly interested in romance, I'll gladly accept your appreciation!

Embracing this sense of superiority, in high spirits, Misawa Daichi stepped forward to Tania.

"Your name is..."

Before the battle began, Tania habitually inquired about the name of her opponent.

As the man she acknowledged, she should at least know his name.

As for whether he can remember the name, that depends on his performance!

"My name is Daichi Misawa, and I have prepared for this day for far too long!" A resolute expression appeared on his face as Daichi Misawa patted his chest, displaying the [something] hanging above him.

Not being chosen as the guardian of the Seven Star Gate was Misawa Daichi's lifelong regret.

Perhaps the principal had forgotten his name, or perhaps he had other considerations.

In any case, Misawa Daichi decided to take advantage of this great opportunity to make a strong impression and prove that he was definitely not the forgotten air person!

Listen up, Principal Samejima!

I want to prove to you that you who didn't choose me are just a blind, stupid old fool (beep~)!

I will absolutely... win this duel that belongs to me!

“…Mizawa, is that right? I’ll remember your name.”

With a smile, Tania raised her hands and placed the two different decks she held on either side of her body: "These are two decks that are related to your fate... one represents wisdom, and the other represents courage."

"So, which of my decks are you planning to face off against?"

"The deck I've chosen... is, of course, the wisdom deck!"

Without a second thought, Daichi Misawa made his choice.

In Duel Academy, when it comes to solving problems and deciphering puzzles at his age, he is confident that if he is second, no one dares to claim to be first!

"...Very well, then I will grant your wish! I will use my wisdom to challenge you!"

Tania placed her deck of cards, representing wisdom, into the tooth-shaped duel disk on her arm, raised her head, and prepared for the duel.

“Then, I will also use the Earth deck, which represents ‘immovable as a mountain,’ to duel you!” Daichi Misawa quickly stretched out his arm and placed the Earth deck into the center of the Duel Disk, his eyes becoming serious.

Strictly speaking, this was also his first time facing off against the King of the Seven Stars.

After hearing about the various events surrounding the Dark Duel, he couldn't help but feel a sense of panic.

The loser of a dark duel... will lose their soul due to the influence of dark artifacts...

Therefore, victory is the only option!

"I forgot to mention, this duel isn't a Dark Duel." Tania shrugged, explaining as she looked at Daichi Misawa's resolute expression.

"What?! Not a Dark Duel? What's going on?" Before he could even form a decision, Tania's words interrupted him, and Daichi Misawa's face immediately showed a hint of annoyance.

A realm where dark duels unfold without using the power of dark tools...

Is this woman... looking down on me?

"Don't get me wrong! I have absolutely no interest in souls or anything like that..."

Tania waved her hand, and then... suddenly turned to the serious-looking Daichi Misawa and began to twist her body: "What I want... is just you!"

"...What? Me?"

Seeing Tania's sudden change, Misawa Daichi slipped and fell.

"????????????????"

He got up from the ground, wondering if he had misheard, a long string of question marks appearing above his head.

"...That's right!"

Holding her hands in front of her, this seemingly savage queen, who could kill a bull with a single punch, suddenly changed her expression, adopting a cute, girlish pose as if no one else was around: "So, if I win, you! Misawa Daichi... will have to come back to the village with me as my husband, my son-in-law, to get married! And then we'll have a whole bunch of little babies~~~"

“Get…get married!”

Daichi Misawa, who had been declaring that he had no interest in women and had lofty goals that morning, felt his heart startle uncontrollably upon hearing Tania's direct and passionate confession.

Even the originally firm expression on his face couldn't help but waver slightly.

"Damn... I never thought you could pick up girls while playing cards... Why don't you just fold, Misawa?" With a mocking look on his face, Yusei irresponsibly offered his opinion.

Unlike the world of harem anime, it's quite rare to see normal couples in the world of Yu-Gi-Oh!

After all, the title of "King of Games" wasn't given for nothing...

Female leads are basically reduced to decorative roles with little to no screen time...

In Yu-Gi-Oh! 5DS, compared to the female protagonist Aki Izayoi, Ushio, who has a love-hate relationship with Kani-san but eventually reconciles, seems more like Kani-san's other half...

"Get...married? Is Misawa getting married?" Marufuji Sho exclaimed in surprise as a bunch of lewd thoughts popped into his head.

"Ah! Misawa got married??? When did that happen? How come I didn't know..." Yuki Judai, who was unusually oblivious to matters of the heart, scratched his head, looking puzzled.

To be able to make such a masterful understanding of the previous scene...

In a sense, Jaden Yuki is quite impressive...

"Boys, what a bunch of idiots..."

Asuka, who was sulking after being dissed by Tania, covered her head and shook her head at these hopeless boys.

If you channel some of the passion you have for playing cards into your interactions with the opposite sex, you'd have no trouble finding your other half.

374 A skilled hunter often appears in the guise of his prey.

"If I lose, I have to marry you, and then...and then go back to the village to have children???"

"...What utter nonsense!"

Shaking his head, feeling like he'd been tricked, Misawa Daichi's expression turned serious as he sharply questioned Tania, "You were only talking about the scenario where you win... So what if I win?"