The question raised by Yusei actually pertains to a rather special set of rules.
Under normal circumstances, according to City's tradition during the WRGP Tournament, it is a "relay duel," meaning the teams of 3 and their opponents engage in a relay duel where players swap out after their Life Points are reduced to zero.
However, because this WRGP Tournament includes contestants from across the whole planet and even other dimensions, the rules were changed at the last minute.
The two opposing teams can, before participating, discuss to select the most satisfactory form of the duel.
It could be a best-of-three, a relay duel, or this time's regular "Swiss System" duel.
Of course, as long as they're not out of their minds, most people would choose "Swiss System" since it's the duel format that reveals the least amount of information, making it a rather good choice for confident teams.
Everything was discussed before the duel.
As for why Yusei asked such a question, it's simple—
Because before the game, both teams had already agreed on the standard "relay duel."
After all, for the first duel of the opening ceremony, it's better to make it more exciting for the audience.
"You want to challenge the three of us all by yourself?" The captain of the Feihuang Team laughed, "But, I also want to challenge the three of you by myself!"
Yusei was a bit surprised.
"I will prove that I am the world's number one Synchro Duelist!"
The captain of the Feihuang Team said while stepping hard on the accelerator.
As the red light counted down, the green light flashed, and the two sped onto the track.
"Riding Duel! Acceleration!"
Possibly due to being stunned by the words of the Feihuang Team captain or maybe because of misjudging the signal, Yusei was a bit behind, and because of this, the Feihuang Team passed the first curve before Yusei.
Feihuang Team, LP: 4000.
5DS Team, LP: 4000.
"My turn." The Feihuang Team captain laughed aloud.
He looked at his hand cards, then the corners of his mouth curved up.
A perfect hand!
"Activate Spell Card, Roughman's Foresight!"
Roughman's Foresight?
"Can be activated when there are no monsters on your field. Special Summon 1 Normal Monster of Level 4 or lower from the Deck."
"I will Special Summon this card from my Deck."
While continuing to speed up, a crackling blue sphere emerged beside him, and a pitch-black figure slowly flickered out from within the sphere.
Mystery Shell Dragon, LV 4, Dark Attribute, Wyrm-Type, Attack Power 2000.
"Wyrm-Type?"
"Such a rare Type."
"No wonder they're so confident; turns out they're a Wyrm-Type Duelist."
Song Huang chuckled, raising the card in his hand: "Fudou Yusei, I've heard of you, you seem to have caused quite a stir in the city and even had an uprising, right?"
Yusei looked at him without replying.
"It is indeed a great achievement, but Fudou Yusei, in this world, there are also various other troubles." He said while a wave of smoke and clouds rose from his body.
...
Yusei frowned for the first time.
Is it… the Divine Chosen of a "Dragon Immortal"?
Indeed, according to ZONE's data, in this world, it is filled with various powerful "Synchro Gods," but only the Red Dragon was victorious, allowing the Red Dragon to become "The One," making these additional Gods lose their initiative.
In the world experienced by ZONE, although there are many powerful beings, the chosen of these Gods are not necessarily weaker than the Signers or Dark Signers, with some even far surpassing the Dark Signers or Signers.
However, many of them didn't even have the chance to awaken and lost the qualification to participate in the scramble for being "The One," as before they could awaken, The One had already been chosen.
For instance, the Three Polar Gods, clearly "Immortal Gods," didn't even make it in time to participate in The One selection and lost the qualification altogether.
The reason is quite simple, City, being the center of this world, this planet, with the absolute advantage of the "Moment," has the upper hand and leaves no chance for other divine systems.
It seems this person is also among them.
Thought it was a simple opening ceremony, but didn't expect to encounter such an opponent in the first duel... Goodwin, was this deliberate on your part?
"Instantly Special Summoning a monster with an attack power of 2000 looks quite formidable, but it shouldn't be that big of a deal?"
"Yeah, it's only 2000 after all..."
Song Huang couldn't hear the people's voices, and continued, "You've been staying in this secluded circle too long, the outside world has made countless efforts to catch up with your City.
And now..."
He looked down at his D-wheel, chuckling, "We've appeared back on the same starting line!"
"Fudou Yusei, in this tournament, I'll prove that I am the world's number one Synchro Duelist!
Can be activated if there are no Effect Monsters on your field. This card is Special Summoned from the Hand Card!"
"Behold, Divine Dragon Power!
Special Summon, Tenyi Spirit - Ashuna!"
Aooo~~
The dragon's roar resounded.
The Four-clawed Divine Dragon flew forth under the light of God.
"Normal Summon, LV 1, Tuner Monster, Tenyi Spirit - Adhara!"
Adhara is much smaller in size compared to the towering Ashuna.
"Using the LV 1 Adhara to tune with the LV 7 Ashuna!"
A bright white ring appeared in front of him, Song Huang confidently proclaimed, "A mountain does not need to be high, as long as there is a dragon, it becomes divine, witness the god among the dragons—
Synchro Summon!
LV 8, Draco Berserker of the Tenyi!"
The massive dragon emitted a black light, and with a ripping sound, the robust Red Dragon People descended onto the field, exuding a strange glow as they followed along with the D-wheel.
Draco Berserker of the Tenyi, LV 8, Dark Attribute, Wyrm-Type, Attack Power 3000.
"Wow, Attack Power 3000!"
"It's as high as Jack's Red Dragon Archfiend."
In the audience stands, students from the Fusion Dimension couldn't help but nod.
Being able to so easily and conveniently Special Summon a monster with attack power comparable to Blue-Eyes White Dragon is indeed impressive.
"It's not over yet." Meanwhile, on the field, Song Huang raised his right hand, a golden punch flickering, "The effect of Ashuna in the Graveyard, if there are face-up monsters on your side of the field other than Effect Monsters, banish this card from the Hand Card or Graveyard to activate. Special Summon a Tenyi Monster from your deck other than Ashuna. However, after activating this effect, until the end of the turn, I cannot Special Summon monsters other than Wyrm-Type monsters.
I will Special Summon, Tenyi Spirit - Vishuda."
The golden dragon soared out from the grave, spiraling in the air, guarding the duelist, while a dark dragon silhouette guarded the field.
Tenyi Spirit - Vishuda, LV 7, Dark Attribute, Wyrm-Type, Defense 2500.
"The effect of Adhara, if there are face-up monsters on your side of the field other than Effect Monsters, banish this card from hand or grave to target 1 of your banished Wyrm-Type monsters. Add it to your Hand Card."
In the sky, the towering Ashuna slowly descended, transforming back into a card that flew right into his hand.
"This… really does seem quite powerful!" In the 5DS team auxiliary room, Lua and Luka watched these maneuvers in amazement.
Not only did they Synchro Summon a monster with Attack Power 3000, but also Special Summoned a LV 7 monster with Defense 2500, and retrieved the previous dragon, preparing for the next turn.
Though the words might seem a bit arrogant, this duel is actually quite strategic.
As for the spectators who couldn't quite follow, they watched the scene, seeing monster after monster with attack power over 2000 break through, and simply cheered wildly.
"Set a card, ending the turn."
Song Huang chuckled confidently as he set down a card.
In reality, he not only considered next turn's development but also prepared a "field-clearing" method— Vishuda also has effects similar to other Tenyi spirits that if a monster other than an Effect Monster is face-up on the field, he can banish it from the grave targeting one card on the opponent's field, and return that card to the owner's hand.
As long as Yusei doesn't defeat him next turn, he has ample sustainment and fighting capability for the subsequent rounds!
"Come, Fudou Yusei!" He wanted to prove that he is the most outstanding Synchro Duelist!
He is the brightest star in the Synchro God battle!
Fudou Yusei drove along, after a while, finally seeming to awaken from slumber, speaking: "Impressive, indeed excellent.
However, there is one detail you have gotten wrong. That is, I am very aware that besides City, other cities and nations on this planet have their own strengths, and the other duelists have their own exceptional qualities.
That's why I hope everyone can jointly create a more beautiful future."
"Huh?" Beneath the helmet, Song Huang looked bewildered.
"My turn. Draw."