Infinite Stratos Season 2 Episode 9
Infinite Stratos
Season 2

Ep 9. The Requirements for a Hero

  • TV14
  • December 30, 2013
  • 1500 min
  •   (26)

The Requirements for a Hero is the ninth episode of the second season of the anime series Infinite Stratos. The episode follows the continuation of the students' match in the Inter-Class Eight-Woman Tag Team Competition. The representative for the Class One team, Ichika, and his team-mates, Charlotte and Laura, are getting ready to face off against their opponents from Class Two, Kanzashi, Tatenashi, and their ally, a masked man.

Before the match, the competitors from both classes were displayed in a pre-match parade, displaying their strengths and skills. Class Two showed their finesse by performing a synchronized dance routine, while Class One's intelligent tactics and teamwork were showcased with a well-coordinated formation. The commentator for the event of the sports festival, Houki, noted that their strategy could take them far in the competition.

The match starts off with Ichika and Kanzashi facing off against each other while their team-mates watch from the sidelines. The battle between the two is intense, and it becomes clear that both carry a deep grudge against each other. Tatenashi, who is watching from the sidelines, reveals that her younger sister Kanzashi has been trying to surpass her for years, leading her to develop a competitive spirit and a determination to win.

As the match progresses, it becomes clear that both teams have evenly matched skills, with neither team able to gain an advantage. But suddenly, a masked man, the ally of Kanzashi's, steps into the fray and attacks Laura, leading to her disqualification. The situation becomes precarious as Charlotte is then pulled aside by Tatenashi's subordinates, leading to Class One now trailing two members to Class Two's three.

Ichika, who is left alone to fight, is confronted by the masked man, who is revealed to be an old acquaintance of Ichika. The masked man expresses his disappointment in Ichika for not being able to protect himself and his loved ones properly and tells him that he needs to up his game if he wants to become a true hero.

With his life on the line, Ichika rallies himself and confronts the masked man, locking into a tense battle with his friend. The two seem evenly matched at first, but gradually, Ichika's determination and resolve seems to give him an edge against his former friend.

The battle soon concludes, with Ichika emerging as the victor, earning the approval of his team-mates and his opponents. In the end, Tatenashi observes that Ichika's reckless determination and selflessness are what makes him a true hero, inspiring others to follow in his footsteps.

The Requirements for a Hero is an action-packed episode that showcases the competitive spirit, determination, and resolve of the characters in the Infinite Stratos universe. The episode also sheds light on the bond between Ichika and his friend, revealing that even former friends can become powerful rivals in the pursuit of becoming true heroes. Through intense battles, strategic teamwork, and character development, The Requirements for a Hero cements Ichika's place as a true hero in his world.

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Description
  • First Aired
    December 30, 2013
  • Content Rating
    TV14
  • Runtime
    1500 min
  • Language
    English