Doji explains Lightning L-Drago's fearsome history as Ryuga finally battles Gingka atop a hidden ocean stadium. Despite Storm Pegasus's Starblast Attack, L-Drago's left-spin power only grows stronger with every clash, and when Ryuga mocks Ryo Hagane's death, Gingka loses control to fury. Ryuga overwhelms him with a triple Dragon Emperor attack, handing Gingka his first true defeat and leaving him wracked with guilt.

What happens

• Doji explains L-Drago's legendary, dangerous history to the group.
• Ryuga and Gingka finally battle on a hidden ocean stadium.
• L-Drago's left-spin rotation counters and strengthens against Pegasus's attacks.
• Gingka loses emotional control after Ryuga mocks his father's death.
• Ryuga defeats Gingka with a triple Dragon Emperor Soaring Bite Strike.

Battles

• Gingka Hagane vs Ryuga — Ryuga wins

First appearances

Special move: Dragon Emperor Soaring Bite Strike

Places

ocean-platform stadium at Dark Nebula Castle

Attributed, not verified by us

Claims We Could Not Check

• This marks Gingka's first official loss in the series.
• Doji's story about L-Drago parting a sea, echoing Moses, became a well-known internet meme among fans.
• Ryuga's mention of "Battle Bladers" here foreshadows the season's tournament arc.