Senjōgahara Hitagi (Bakemonogatari) vs. Shana (Shakugan No Shana)Recoiling from the hard hit that was her latest loss—a mere three votes to Nagato Yuki—Shana turns to face the blade of Senjōgahara Hitagi's razor-sharp tongue. With the whispers of her apparent curse spreading across the world, the petite tsundere fights on to prove them all wrong. She
will win that Ruby Necklace, that one ever-elusive prize. But Hitagi's been on the up-and-up, not flinching as she calmly swept aside her series-mate Nadeko, nor was she fazed by the looming IS of the Hanazawan Dunois. A true kūdere to the core, Hitagi locks in all the pain, doubt, and fear below the surface. She refuses to bat an eyelash at the determined ball of fiery energy that glares from across the hall, washed in the ruby light reflecting from her hair, blade, and eyes. Pushing her witty one-liners and intuitive wordplay to one side, the model-like bishōjo slips her stapler into place, small and seemingly insignificant in the face of the flame-laced Nietono no Shana, but her trusted friend nonetheless. A faint sense of déjà vu creeps through her as she stands, a lone, slender silhouette engulfed by blazing light and a loud cry of "URUSAI!"
Tachibana Kanade (Angel Beats!) vs. Victorique de Blois (GOSICK)
立華奏 (Angel Beats!) vs. 維多利加．德．布洛瓦 (GOSICK)Invincible, unstoppable, and maybe immortal, Tachibana Kanade is definitely an expert in destroying her enemies. From the moment she entered ISML, she has been massacring all of her opponents and leaving a trail of blood behind her, which includes long-time elites, a previous Tiara bearer, and strong newcomers. However, if she wants to prove her worth, she must defeat her opponent today, Victorique de Blois. At the beginning of the Regular Season, Victorique may not have been the strongest newcomer, but that isn't the case now. Her strength has had a significant boost ever since the end of
GOSICK; moreover, she's now fighting for a ticket to the Postseason, which gives her much more momentum and makes her one of the most dangerous opponents in the Regular Season. Will the “Golden Fairy" be able to complete "Mission Impossible,” or will Tachibana Kanade prove that she deserves a special “Tenshi” tier all to herself?
提到如何殲滅敵人，天下無敵又擁有不死之身的立華奏絕對是個專家，自從她踏入ISML的那一刻開始，她已經屠殺了所有她所遭逢的敵手，在背後留下了長長一 條由鮮血舖成的道路，不管是長年來的老手、前任的萌主、還是強悍的新人，在她面前都沒有例外的被擊倒在地，也難怪人們會開玩笑說『乾脆設個叫做天使的特別 等級好了！』，但是，如果奏想要證明她確實有獲得這個稱號的能耐，她就必須擊敗她今日的對手－維多利加．德．布洛瓦，在季賽的剛開始，維多利加的表現在新 人中其實不算特別出色，但這並不是現在的狀況，自從
GOSICK動畫的完結，她的戰力就獲得了戲劇性的成長，不只如此，為了季後賽奮鬥的她獲得了更強的力 量，使她變成了當今最為危險的對手之一，在眾多力量的加持之下，維多利加有辦法完成『不可能的任務』嗎？或者奏會證明她確實有資格拿下『天使等級』這個稱 號呢？
Sengoku Nadeko (Bakemonogatari) vs. Nagato Yuki (Suzumiya Haruhi no Yūutsu)Watching events unfold from the sidelines and not reacting to these occurrences are the usual courses of action taken by both Sengoku Nadeko and Nagato Yuki. Instead of tackling them face on, these two maidens would rather keep their mouths shut and let the situations unfold naturally. Different sets of circumstances have led to both of them being docile and unresponsive towards trials and tribulations around them. Her inability to mingle with kids around her own age has led to Nadeko’s apparent lack of willingness to share her burden with her circle of friends. Writhing alone, she kept a cheerful facade whenever she was with her close companions. Yuki, on the other hand, was tasked to observe an unusual phenomenon happening to the world. While she could tamper with the occurrences surrounding her subject, she diligently observed her target from a distance. Which one of these two will be able to express herself better—the shy and timid Sengoku Nadeko, or the taciturn and stoic Nagato Yuki?
Hirasawa Yui (K-ON!) vs. Aisaka Taiga (Toradora!)
平澤唯 (K-ON!) vs. 逢坂大河 (龍與虎)If there is something that can be called destiny, then Hirasawa Yui probably wouldn’t like it, especially when it involves Aisaka Taiga. In AST 2009, Yui won her match against Taiga in the preliminary round; however, when fighting for the championship, she was defeated and gave Taiga her second championship. In ISML 2010, she lost both her Regular Season and Double Elimination matches against Taiga, suffering elimination in the latter. But it isn't over yet, as Yui struggles to clinch a spot for the Postseason and will most likely go home if she loses her match against Taiga now. However, the Palmtop Tiger isn't someone who can be defeated easily, especially when she is furious due to her previous loss against Tachibana Kanade. Will Yui be capable of changing her destiny, or will Taiga knock down her opponent with her sword?
如果這世上確實有著叫做宿命的東西，平澤唯大概不會太喜歡它，尤其是當這宿命牽扯到逢坂大河的時候：在2009年的AST最萌大賽中，平澤唯在與逢坂大河 的預選中先馳得點，但是，當她們在決賽中碰頭時，大河卻反而打敗了她，奪下了當年度的第二個萌主寶座，在2010年的ISML中，她和大河在季賽及季後賽 中二度交手，但她又不幸的連敗兩場，後者甚至還讓她與去年的ISML萌主絕緣，可是這並不是她苦難的終點，現在的平澤唯正在為了進入季後賽努力著，如果她 再輸掉這場與大河的對戰，那她大概就得準備打包回家了，不幸的是，『掌中老虎』並不是什麼好對付的對手，更別提現在的大河正因為先前輸給立華奏而陷入了狂 怒之中，平澤唯有辦法扭轉她悲情的宿命嗎？或者大河將用木刀把對手擊倒呢？
Katsura Hinagiku (Hayate no Gotoku!) vs. Yui (Angel Beats!)A difficult childhood isn't always a bad thing. Although events like abandonment and accidents look undesirable on the outside, how one deals with the aftermath of these events can, ultimately, shape life for the better. For both Katsura Hinagiku and Yui, the struggles of their childhoods arguably caused them to be who they are today. With her parents leaving her and her sister with a large debt, Hina was left to fend for herself. Through this, she learned to be independent and reliable, eventually becoming the student council president of Hakuō Academy. As for Yui, an automobile accident permanently paralyzed her from the waist down. Despite her situation, Yui developed an optimistic and energetic personality, always looking forward to the day where she would be able to freely do what she wanted. But today, another difficult situation arises, as these two pink-haired girls will have to do battle with each other. Although currently holding tickets to the Postseason, a loss here may end up costing them. And so, which one of the two will you aid today with your vote—the bokken-wielding Katsura Hinagiku, or the guitar-brandishing Yui?
Kōsaka Kirino (Ore no Imōto) vs. Eucliwood Hellscythe (Kore wa Zombie Desu ka?)As parts of the newcomers’ wave sweeping ISML, Kōsaka Kirino and Eucliwood Hellscythe are among the nineteen new faces who manage to top their respective preliminary groups. While the early signs indicated that both of these cute imōto would be able to mount a sustained assault for Postseason spots, as well as grab any period necklace, the reality is that they are not the powerhouses fans anticipated early on. Currently ill-placed to enter the Postseason, Kirino faces an uphill task to sneak into the final sixteen. On the other hand, while her spot in the Postseason has been sewn shut, Eucliwood’s chance to win a necklace for herself is fast dwindling as there are only two more necklaces up for grabs. It can be argued that they don’t stand any chances of grabbing the Ruby Necklace, which leaves them with the Diamond Period as their last opportunity to taste personal glory. As the dust settles after these fallen newcomers clash, who will emerge victorious—Kōsaka Kirino or Eucliwood Hellscythe?
Suzumiya Haruhi (Suzumiya Haruhi no Yūutsu) vs. Charlotte Dunois (IS <Infinite Stratos>)
涼宮春日 (涼宮春日的憂鬱) vs. 夏洛特．迪努亞 (IS <Infinite Stratos>)As a Tier 2 contestant, going 6-1 for one period is awesome, while going 6-1 for two, or even three is fantastic; Charlotte Dunois accomplished this at the beginning of the Regular Season. While she has never gotten close in matches with Tier 1 girls, she managed to knock down weaker opponents, and always achieved narrow victories against stronger ones. She could be considered a miracle, and was once one of the most dangerous newcomers. However, just after being stumped by Tachibana Kanade, Charlotte's strength significantly shrunk, and even with her luck still protecting her, she started losing more than two matches per period. Another Tier 2 contestant, Suzumiya Haruhi, started the season with three consecutive scores of 5-2, and has become stronger since them, going 6-1 for Sapphire and 7-0 for Emerald. Haruhi is determined to complete her 200-victory by the end of this Regular Season, but she can only afford one more loss after being defeated by Shana. While both are quite safe when talking about Postseason spots, they must do their best in order to get better seedings. Will Charlotte's super luck grant her the victory, or will Haruhi turn out to be too much for her?
做為一名第二級的參賽者，在一個賽程中拿下六場勝利是很棒的表現，而在連續兩個、乃至於三個賽程當中都拿下六場勝利，那可就是如夢似幻的好成績了－而這就 是夏洛特．迪努亞在季賽剛開始時所做到的，雖然她從未接近過第一級的強者，但她卻能夠力壓所有較弱的參賽者，並在幾場惡戰中都獲得險勝，此時的她簡直可稱 為奇蹟，是所有新人當中最危險的一個，但就在她被天使痛宰之後，她的戰力就大幅減弱，就算她的好運仍然保護著她，她也開始在每個賽程中輸掉兩場以上的比 賽，另一方面，涼宮春日也是一名第二級的參賽者，與夏洛特相反，她是用連續三個五勝的賽程開始今年的季賽的，雖然如此，她卻已經變得更強，在藍寶石與祖母 綠的賽程中只吃了一場敗仗，下定決心在季賽結束時拿下第兩百個勝利的春日自從輸給夏娜之後，就已經只剩下一次落敗的機會－雖然兩人的季後賽參賽權都不算危 險，但如果想要拿到更好的種子順位的話，她們就必須全力以赴，夏洛特的超級強運會帶給她勝利嗎？或者會是春日離兩百勝更近一步呢？
Sanzen'in Nagi (Hayate no Gotoku!) vs. Louise Vallière (Zero no Tsukaima)Clashes between Kugimiya Knights have become all too common nowadays. In this particular match-up, the rich otaku, Sanzen'in Nagi, takes on the magician, Louise Vallière. Whenever the Knights are mentioned, most people immediately think about Shana and Aisaka Taiga, arguably the strongest two of the group. But today, both Nagi and Louise are out to prove that they are worthy to be in the same faction as the Flame Haze and Palmtop Tiger. With this win, not only will Nagi be able to keep her Postseason hopes alive, but she will also obtain her 150th Regular Season win. As for Louise, who is currently eliminated from Postseason contention, a victory here is a must in order to prevent herself from falling even further away from the rest of the Knights in the overall standings. At the end of this battle, which one of these two tsundere will prove herself more?
Konjiki no Yami (To LOVE-Ru) vs. Kasugano Sora (Yosuga no Sora)Being alone is a feeling that most human beings would prefer to avoid. Both Konjiki no Yami and Kasugano Sora know the pain of life in solitude, away from the rays of happiness that permeate from being together with their loved ones. As an assassin, it’s imperative for Yami to shun society and live within the shadows. Feelings of love and friendship can be a hindrance and can also result in her not being able to complete her given tasks. Keeping a safe distance between her and her target, she sneaks through darkness, waiting for the perfect time to execute her mission. For someone who has been bedridden for most of her life, Sora has developed a troublesome attitude towards the people around her. These attitudes developed to protect her fragile inner core, which was stripped of her childhood years from the pain of losing her parents. Which maiden’s loneliness will stir the hearts of the voters—the shadowy Konjiki no Yami, or the sickly Kasugano Sora?
Shigure Asa (Shuffle!) vs. Shirakawa Nanaka (D.C. ~Da Capo~)Those two smiling faces seen everyday…you’re so used to hearing them chatter with a crowd of people or a small group of friends, that you might think it natural for them to grab ample attention. What happens when you learn that you were merely blinded by simple facades? To act like a senior is easy as long as she sets her morals straight. Even if she’s full of energy and wit, it does not help if she cannot control her own body. With a fragile physique filled with insurmountable power, it only takes a few seconds for her to abruptly crash and burn. Acting like a normal student can be worse. Everyone looks up and admires an idol, but she can only hold onto so much potential. Pressure seeps inside her mind, and, with people only viewing her as such, contact with the "norm" may not be the best move to make. Both of these girls have things they wish to keep secret and will only reveal them to those for whom they care dearly. Which story are you willing to follow?
