Ep 34. Twist Spin Shot

The Prince of Tennis is an anime series that originated from a popular manga of the same name. The show revolves around the life of a young and talented tennis player named Ryoma Echizen who aims to become the best player in the world. The anime has several seasons, with the first one featuring 52 episodes.

In season 1, episode 34 titled Twist Spin Shot, Ryoma Echizen faces his toughest opponent yet. The episode begins with the finals of a junior tennis tournament, where Ryoma faces off against Kaidoh Kaoru from rival school Seigaku's sub-group, the Golden Pair.

Kaidoh is known for his unique Twist Spin Shot, a move that allows the ball to curve and spin unpredictably, making it almost impossible to return. It is said that Kaidoh has never lost a match using this move, and Ryoma is determined to break that record.

The match begins, and Ryoma quickly realizes that Kaidoh is an incredibly skilled player. He tries to keep up with Kaidoh's fast-paced playstyle, but Kaidoh's Twist Spin Shot gives Ryoma a hard time. Despite his best efforts, Ryoma loses the first set to Kaidoh.

Desperate to find a way to counter Kaidoh's move, Ryoma consults his teammates, who suggest he try a new technique called the Drive B. However, Ryoma has never tried this move before and is unsure if he can pull it off in the middle of a game.

The stakes are high, as Ryoma's pride is on the line, and he doesn't want to let his teammates down. The second set begins, and Ryoma tries to incorporate the Drive B into his gameplay but fails, giving Kaidoh another advantage.

Ryoma then remembers the words of his father, a former professional tennis player: "You must always have a secret move." Inspired by his father's advice, Ryoma decides to invent a new technique on the spot, one that incorporates elements of both the Twist Spin Shot and the Drive B.

The third set begins, and Ryoma reveals his new move, which he calls the Cyclone Smash. The Cyclone Smash allows Ryoma to hit the ball with incredible power and speed, enough to break through Kaidoh's defenses and land a point.

From that point on, Ryoma takes control of the game, pushing Kaidoh to his limits. The two players engage in an intense rally, each trying to outsmart the other. Finally, after a tense final point, Ryoma wins the match, surprising everyone with his new technique.

The episode ends with Ryoma's teammates congratulating him on his victory. Ryoma feels proud of himself for inventing a new move, and it is clear that he has grown stronger as a player. Twist Spin Shot is an intense and exciting episode that showcases Ryoma's determination and skill on the tennis court.