Inazuma Eleven: Ares Season 1 Episode 3 The Mysterious Coach, Zhao Jin Yun (The Mysterious Mister Y)
- TV-Y
- April 20, 2018
- 22 min
The episode "The Mysterious Coach, Zhao Jin Yun (The Mysterious Mister Y)" begins with the arrival of a new coach at Raimon Junior High School. His name is Zhao Jin Yun and he is known as "The Mysterious Mister Y" because no one knows anything about him. Some of the players are suspicious of him, but Endo, the team captain, believes that he can help them become better players.
In the first training session with Mister Y, the team is surprised by his unorthodox methods. He tells them that in order to win, they need to focus on individual skills, rather than team tactics. He has them practice dribbling and shooting, and challenges them to take risks and be creative on the field.
Some of the players struggle with Mister Y's methods, particularly Midorikawa, who has always relied on team tactics to win. Endo tries to encourage him, but Midorikawa becomes frustrated and walks out of practice.
Meanwhile, it is revealed that Mister Y has a connection to the mysterious organization, Orion. The organization is interested in Raimon's success and is using Mister Y to manipulate the team into becoming the best in the country.
As the episode progresses, the team begins to see the benefits of Mister Y's coaching. They become more confident on the field and start to see results. However, when Midorikawa is injured during a game, he begins to doubt his ability to play and questions Mister Y's coaching methods.
In the end, the team rallies together to support Midorikawa and they win the game. Mister Y reveals that he has been working with the team to help them improve, but admits that he has his own agenda. He tells them that he will continue to work with them, but warns them that their success may come at a cost.
Overall, "The Mysterious Coach, Zhao Jin Yun" is a thrilling episode that introduces a new character and adds another layer of complexity to the show's plot. With its focus on individual skills and creativity, it also offers some valuable lessons on what it takes to succeed in sports.