Ken, the ex-chief designer of Skyforge Corp, unexpectedly rises as a top contender in the arena, drawing intense scrutiny and backlash from his former employer and rivals. Mr. Luther pressures subordinates to eliminate Ken in battle, fearing his growing influence and the controversy over the Ares Mech he built. Meanwhile, Ken faces off against Yves, a pilot who resents him for past humiliations and pilots the Ares Mech. Their tense confrontation escalates quickly as Yves vows not to let Ken survive the duel, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown in the arena.