Six months after his Big Bang Bladers win, Gingka meets astronomer-blader Yuki Mizusawa, who reveals they are both Legend Bladers carrying Star Fragments needed to stop the evil Nemesis, and invites Gingka into the new Ultimate Bladers tournament. In an impromptu test battle, Yuki's Mercury Anubis lands an early hit, but Gingka's upgraded Cosmic Pegasus wins with Pegasus Big Bang Tornado. Yuki reveals he works for the WBBA under Gingka's father, Ryo. Ultimate Bladers then opens with Gingka facing rival Kyoya, now wielding a new Fang Leone.
Key events
Gingka encounters Yuki Mizusawa, who identifies them both as Legend Bladers holding pieces of the Star Fragment.
Yuki invites Gingka to the new Ultimate Bladers tournament to help stop Nemesis.
Gingka defeats Yuki's Mercury Anubis using the new Pegasus Big Bang Tornado.
Yuki reveals he works for the WBBA under Ryo Hagane, Gingka's father.
Ultimate Bladers begins with Gingka facing Kyoya, now armed with the evolved Fang Leone.
Gingka narrowly defeats Kyoya's Fang Leone.
Ryuga is revealed as Gingka's next opponent, boasting a BBP far above Gingka's own.
