First Selection
Three hundred strikers enter; only the true egoists survive to advance.
The First Selection is the initial phase of the Blue Lock program, which gathered 300 participants. Yoichi Isagi was personally chosen by Jinpachi Ego despite his team failing to qualify for high school nationals. The stage featured Team Z, where players like Isagi and Meguru Bachira bonded over their shared passion, while Ryōsuke Kira entered as the top-ranked player on Team V to prove Ego's philosophy wrong. Kira was one of the first eliminated after an unexpected kick from Bachira and Isagi.
Lore & Background
The First Selection involved teams like Team Z, where Yoichi Isagi distinguished himself through exceptional field vision and tactical analysis. Shōei Barō survived as the sole member of Team X due to being the club's top scorer before facing elimination in the Second Selection. Ryōsuke Kira, initially the highest-ranked player on Team V, was eliminated early. The phase emphasized breaking down conventional play styles, setting the stage for later rivalries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the First Selection in Blue Lock?
It is the initial phase of the program where Jinpachi Ego gathered three hundred strikers to find Japan's ultimate egoist. Only those who survive this elimination process move on to the next stage.
How many participants started the First Selection?
Exactly 300 high school strikers were recruited to compete against one another for a spot in the national team. The program is designed so that only the true egoists survive to advance past this point.
Why was Isagi selected even though his team lost?
Jinpachi Ego personally chose Isagi because he saw potential in him despite his club failing to qualify for nationals. This decision highlighted Ego's belief that individual ego outweighs team success during the recruitment phase.
Which team did Isagi join during First Selection?
Team Z served as the group where Yoichi Isagi and Meguru Bachira first bonded over their shared passion for scoring goals. This team became central to Isagi's development and understanding of synchronization with other strikers.
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