Ep 1. What We Want to Protect

Soma and his friends are back in the highly anticipated fourth season of Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma. The first episode of the season, titled "What We Want to Protect," picks up where the third season left off.

In this season, the students at Totsuki Academy are facing a new challenge - the world-renowned gourmet organization, WGO. The WGO is threatening to shut down Totsuki Academy if the school fails to meet their stringent culinary standards.

The episode begins with Soma and the other students of Totsuki in a state of emergency. The school is in dire need of funds to meet the stringent requirements set by WGO. However, even with the emergency fundraising event underway, it seems as if the school may not be able to raise enough money in time.

While trying to figure out what to do, Soma and his fellow classmates receive a visit from a mysterious man who claims to be an alumni of Totsuki Academy. The man, who introduces himself as Asahi Saiba, offers to help the school by participating in a Shokugeki - a cooking competition where the winner takes all. However, this is no ordinary Shokugeki, as the stakes are higher than ever before. If Totsuki loses, the school will be forced to shut down forever.

Despite some initial skepticism, Soma and his friends eventually agree to participate in the Shokugeki, hoping to save the school they all love so much. The competition is fierce, and the food presented by both teams is absolutely stunning. But the battle takes a surprising turn when Asahi reveals that he has a personal connection to one of the Totsuki students, adding an unexpected twist to the competition.

Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to jaw-dropping culinary creations, as well as the usual witty banter and playful interactions between the characters that fans have come to love. The animation and art style are also as stunning as ever, making for a truly immersive experience.

Overall, the first episode of season four of Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma sets the stage for what is sure to be an exciting season full of intense culinary battles, new challenges, and perhaps even some surprising plot twists. Fans of the series won't want to miss a single episode!