Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yuma receives a holographic message from his father, Kazuma Tsukumo, revealing that seven powerful NO. cards are at risk of falling into the hands of the Barians.
• Kazuma warns Yuma and Astral not to let the Barians obtain these cards, as it would endanger the world.
• Yuma, Astral, and Kira set off in the Emperor's Key spaceship to retrieve the NO. cards.
• They encounter a Barian in dimensional space, causing a collision that sends them off course.

Character Developments

• Yuma displays unwavering faith in his father, despite his long absence, and is determined to follow his instructions.
• Astral shares limited knowledge about the Astral World and the concept of 'Rank-Up' for souls.

Significant Themes

• The power of family bonds and trust, even in the absence of direct communication.
• The importance of protecting the world from dark forces, as represented by the Barians.

Character Interactions

• Yuma and Astral's bond strengthens as they discuss the Astral World and Yuma's father.
• Yuma and Kira work together to navigate the spaceship and react to the unexpected encounter with the Barian.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yuma and Kinoe arrive at the Relic's location, which appears to be on Earth.
• They enter an ancient palace, triggering traps, and meet Maha, the Relic's Guardian, who challenges Yuma to a Duel to prove their worthiness for the Numbers.
• Kinoe leaves Yuma to duel Maha, revealing he had sensed another Barian, Droube, following them.

Character Developments

• Yuma is still learning about the Barian world and their powers, showing skepticism about Kinoe's earlier claim of a Barian collision.
• Kinoe demonstrates his mastery over Spirit Power, effortlessly avoiding traps.
• Maha, the Relic's Guardian, is revealed to be a remnant soul or AI.
• Droube, another Barian, appears, seeking the Relic's Numbers and challenges Kinoe to a Duel.

Significant Themes

• The power of Dueling and its importance in the ZEXAL world.
• The mastery of Spirit Power and its influence on reality.
• The remnants of the past, like Maha, and their purpose.

Character Interactions

• Yuma and Kinoe work together to navigate the Relic's traps, with Kinoe taking the lead.
• Yuma is left to duel Maha alone, with Kinoe's confidence in his abilities.
• Kinoe faces off against Droube outside the Relic, setting up a Duel.
• Yuma and Kinoe's dynamic shows Yuma's growth and trust in Kinoe's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Droube Normal Summons 'Angelic Light - Staff', activating its effect to add 'Angelic Light - Heliopolis Light' from his Deck to his hand.
• Kira activates 'Hand Destruction' and 'Silent Magic Blast' to draw more cards and add 'True Silent Magician' to his hand.
• Kira Normal Summons 'Witch of the Black Forest', then tributes it to Special Summon 'True Silent Magician'.
• Kira activates 'Witch of the Black Forest's' Graveyard effect to add 'Three-Colored Gadget' to his hand.
• 'True Silent Magician's' effect increases its ATK by 500 for each card in Kira's hand, making it 3500 ATK.
• 'True Silent Magician' destroys 'Angelic Light - Staff' in battle.
• Droube activates 'Time Machine' to revive 'Angelic Light - Staff' and trigger its search effect, adding 'Angelic Light - Libra' to his hand.
• Droube Special Summons 'Angelic Light - Heliopolis Light' using its effect.

Character Developments

• Droube demonstrates strategic play by summoning 'Angelic Light - Staff' in Defense Position and using 'Time Machine' to revive it.
• Kira shows his expertise in using Spellcaster monsters and their effects to build advantage.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strategic summoning positions and defense in Duel Monsters.
• The use of effects to gain advantage and control the pace of the Duel.

Character Interactions

• Kira and Droube engage in a back-and-forth exchange, with each player activating effects and cards in response to the other's moves.
• Kira teases Droube about his Deck's theme, while Droube remains focused and determined.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kira summons a chair-like monster, Heliopolis Light - Zenith, using Time Machine's effect.
• Droube summons Heliopolis Light - Libra and overlays it with Zenith and another monster to Xyz Summon Number 102 Heliopolis Light - Radiant Halo.
• Radiant Halo destroys Kira's face-down card and negates True Silent Magician's effects, halving its ATK.
• Droube attacks True Silent Magician with Radiant Halo.

Character Developments

• Kira demonstrates strategic thinking and resource management, acknowledging Droube's strong opening.
• Droube showcases his skill and understanding of his deck, efficiently using his monsters' effects.

Significant Themes

• The power and origin of the "Number" series cards, with a focus on those over one hundred.
• The strategic use of monster effects and resource management in Duel Monsters.

Character Interactions

• Kira and Droube engage in a respectful exchange, acknowledging each other's skills.
• Kira sets a trap card, testing Droube's decision-making when choosing which card to destroy.
• Droube confidently declares his attacks, showing his eagerness to finish the duel quickly.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Droube summons Angelic Light - Radiant Halo, which Kira counters with Dimensional Wall, a Trap Card activated from his hand due to a previous card's destruction.
• Dimensional Wall redirects the attack back to Droube, dealing damage and Special Summoning Silent Magician LV8.
• Droube sets two cards, ending his turn. Kira Normal Summons Three-Colored Gadget, activates Light's Gold Sarcophagus, but Droube negates it with Magic Probe Stone Slab.
• Kira activates Overlay Shatter, targeting Angelic Light - Radiant Halo and detaching its materials.

Character Developments

• Kira demonstrates strategic planning and adaptability, using a destroyed Trap Card to his advantage and having countermeasures for Number Monsters.
• Droube shows determination and quick thinking, attempting to disrupt Kira's plans.

Significant Themes

• Strategic planning and adaptability in the face of unexpected situations.
• The power dynamics between different types of monsters (Number Monsters, Xyz Monsters, etc.) and the importance of having countermeasures.

Character Interactions

• Kira and Droube engage in a back-and-forth exchange, with each trying to outmaneuver the other.
• Kira acknowledges Droube's skill while maintaining a calm and confident demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Droube, a Barian, faces Kira in a duel for the Relic Numbers.
• Kira attacks with Silent Magician LV8, but Droube activates a Trap to defend Number 102: Radiant Light.
• Droube draws Rank-Up-Magic Barian Force and performs a Rank-Up Xyz Summon to Chaos Number 102: Fallen Angel - Noble Demon.
• Droube activates Noble Demon's effect to negate Silent Magician's effect and reduce its ATK to 0.
• Kira activates Time's Silence - Turn Silence to increase Silent Magician's Level and negate Noble Demon's effect.

Character Developments

• Droube, initially underestimating humans, becomes more determined to defeat Kira due to the stakes and Kira's strength.
• Kira remains calm and composed, revealing his strategic thinking and resourcefulness.

Significant Themes

• The power struggle between Barians and humans over the Relic Numbers.
• The importance of understanding and adapting to one's opponent's strategy in duels.

Character Interactions

• Droube and Kira engage in a tense and strategic duel, with each trying to outmaneuver the other.
• Kira's calm demeanor contrasts with Droube's growing urgency, highlighting their differing approaches to the duel.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kira uses "Time's Silence" to nullify Droube's "Fallen Angel of Light, Noble Demon".
• Droube counters with "An Attack from the Blind Spot", boosting his monster's ATK.
• Kira's "Silent Magician" is destroyed, but it transforms into a ghostly spirit.
• Droube suddenly convulses, affected by the legend sealed in the ruins.
• Kira draws "Demon's Light" during his turn.

Character Developments

• Kira remains calm and strategic throughout the duel.
• Droube shows frustration and is affected by the legend, experiencing physical and emotional distress.

Significant Themes

• The power of legends and their influence on the present.
• The consequences of betrayal and unfulfilled bonds (as depicted in the legend).

Character Interactions

• Kira and Droube engage in a tense and strategic duel, with Kira showing respect for Droube's skills.
• Kira seems to understand the legend's impact on Droube but doesn't intervene, focusing on the duel.
• Kira and Droube's duel is briefly interrupted by Droube's reaction to the legend, highlighting the power of the ruins and the legend sealed within.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kira summons 'Demon's Light', a new form of 'Summoned Skull', which can steal an opponent's monster upon summoning.
• Droube activates 'Xyz Reflection' to negate and destroy 'Demon's Light', dealing 800 damage to Kira.
• Kira activates 'Light's Gold Sarcophagus' to add 'Gandora G the Dragon of Destruction' from his deck to his hand.
• Kira summons 'Gandora G the Dragon of Destruction', which can destroy all other cards on the field and banish them, paying half his Life Points.

Character Developments

• Droube demonstrates his strategic prowess and understanding of his Numbers' abilities.
• Kira showcases his knowledge of ancient cards and their effects, using them to gain an advantage in the duel.

Significant Themes

• The power of ancient cards and their effects in the ZEXAL Dimension.
• The attachment of Barian Emperors to their Numbers, viewing them as extensions of their souls.
• The potential danger of over-reliance on powerful effects, as seen in Droube's reaction to 'Gandora G the Dragon of Destruction'.

Character Interactions

• Kira and Droube engage in a tense exchange, with Droube expressing his disdain for Kira's attempt to steal his Number and Kira finding amusement in Droube's attachment to his Number.
• Droube laughs off Kira's powerful move, hinting at a countermeasure he has in store.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Demon's effect activates, releasing Chaos Xyz Materials and forming a barrier.
• Destruction Dragon's attack destroys Kira's Three-Colored Gadgets and Gold Sarcophagus, but not the Demon due to its resistance.
• Droube chains the Demon's effect with "Number: Stack Light Propulsion," attaching two Xyz Materials and preparing to inflict 2900 damage.
• Kira negates the damage with Clear Kuriboh, and Destruction Dragon's attack destroys Droube's activated trap and Kira's remaining Gadget.
• Kira summons Marshmallon, revealing it as his final Ace Monster.
• Kira Special Summons Destruction Dragon - Gandora-Giga Ray, which gains an effect based on the number of 'Destruction Dragon' monsters in the Graveyard.
• Destruction Dragon - Gandora-Giga Ray uses its effect to destroy all cards on the field except itself.
• Droube attempts to negate the destruction and inflict damage with the Demon, but Kira negates it with Junk Kuriboh.
• Marshmallon's effect activates, inflicting 1000 damage to Droube and winning Kira the duel.

Character Developments

• Droube, initially pushed into a corner, makes a comeback but ultimately loses due to Kira's strategic play and Marshmallon's unexpected power.
• Kira remains calm and calculated, using his monsters' effects strategically to turn the tables.
• Marshmallon, initially underestimated, reveals itself as Kira's final Ace Monster and plays a crucial role in winning the duel.

Significant Themes

• The power of strategic planning and adaptability in dueling.
• The importance of understanding and utilizing monster effects.
• The element of surprise and underestimation of seemingly weak monsters.

Character Interactions

• Kira and Droube's intense back-and-forth exchange, with each trying to outmaneuver the other.
• Marshmallon's interaction with Droube, initially being called "trash" and later headbutting him to win the duel.
• Kira's calm and confident demeanor throughout the duel, contrasting with Droube's growing frustration.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Droube, a Barian Emperor, is defeated by Yuma using a weak monster, Marshmallon.
• Kira, a mysterious Duelist, defeats Droube and takes him away.
• Yuma duels Guardian Maha, who is revealed to be the reincarnation of a Pegasus from a legend.
• Yuma wins the Duel using "CNO.39: Hope Emperor - Harp Ray," gaining the Relic's recognition.

Character Developments

• Droube, despite his pride and power, is defeated by Yuma, showing the importance of Dueling skills over brute force.
• Kira is revealed to be knowledgeable about the Relic's legend and Droube's story, suggesting he has a deeper understanding of the situation.
• Guardian Maha, despite his cold demeanor, respects Yuma's victory and acknowledges him as the trial's passer.

Significant Themes

• The importance of Dueling skills over raw power.
• The consequences of pride and underestimating opponents.
• The power of belief and perseverance, as seen in Yuma's ability to turn the tide of the Duel.

Character Interactions

• Kira and Droube: Kira defeats Droube, showing his superior Dueling skills and taking Droube away.
• Yuma and Guardian Maha: Yuma duels and defeats Maha, gaining the Relic's recognition and learning about Maha's past.
• Astral and Maha: Astral recognizes Maha as the Pegasus from the legend, revealing Maha's true form.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Guardian Maha reveals the full legend of the hero and Pegasus, including the hero's soul falling into chaos due to an evil force.
• Maha's spirit transforms into the Number 44 card, "White Pegasus - Sky Pegasus," and Yuma obtains it.
• Kira captures a Barian named Droube, who is the reincarnation of the knight from the legend.
• Yuma challenges Droube to a Duel to awaken his memories and turn him against Don Thousand.

Character Developments

• Yuma demonstrates his resolve and confidence in saving Droube, showing growth in his determination.
• Droube is initially confused and hostile but becomes intrigued by Yuma's actions.
• Kira remains calm and collected, revealing his knowledge of the Barian Emperors' past lives.

Significant Themes

• Trust and belief in comrades, as highlighted by Maha and Yuma.
• The power of memories and past lives, as seen in Droube's reincarnation.
• The manipulation and deception by Don Thousand, driving the Barians to chaos.

Character Interactions

• Yuma and Maha: Yuma receives the Number 44 card from Maha, symbolizing the power of trust and belief.
• Yuma and Droube: Yuma challenges Droube to a Duel, showing his determination to save him.
• Kira and Droube: Kira captures Droube and reveals his knowledge of the Barian Emperors' past lives.
• Yuma and Astral: They work together as a team, with Astral supporting Yuma's strategies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yuma uses the Relic NO.44 Sky Pegasus, which affects Droube, hinting at his past.
• Yuma's Sky Pegasus destroys Droube's CNO. 102: Fallen Angel - Noble Demon, dealing 2900 damage to Yuma.
• Yuma Chaos Xyz Evolves into CNO. 39: Hope Emperor - Harp Ray.
• Yuma equips Sky Pegasus to Harp Ray, increasing its ATK and decreasing Noble Demon's ATK to 0.
• Harp Ray destroys Noble Demon, causing Droube immense emotional pain.
• Yuma attacks Droube directly with Sky Pegasus, reducing Droube's LP to 0.

Character Developments

• Droube reacts emotionally to Sky Pegasus, suggesting a connection to his past.
• Yuma demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability in his dueling tactics.

Significant Themes

• The power of memories and past experiences.
• The connection between monsters and their duelists' emotions.
• The theme of transformation and evolution, both in terms of monsters and characters.

Character Interactions

• Yuma and Astral work together seamlessly, anticipating each other's moves and strategies.
• Droube's reaction to Sky Pegasus suggests a complex history and emotional depth.
• The interaction between Yuma's monsters and Droube's hints at a deeper connection between their worlds.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Droube awakens with no pain, enveloped by a soft white light that transforms into a warhorse.
• He experiences a flood of memories, revealing his past life as a Human.
• He learns that Don Thousand, the Barian creator god, manipulated his life and brainwashed him into becoming a Barian Emperor.
• Droube returns to his human form and remembers his Human identity, including his most important partner, Pegasus.
• Yuma and Droube discuss their next steps, with Droube deciding to address the conflict between Humans and the Barian World later.
• Kaito arrives, having witnessed the final duel.

Character Developments

• Droube: Recalls his Human identity and past life, leading to a crisis of identity as a Barian Emperor. He decides to address the conflict between Humans and Barians later.
• Yuma: Shows empathy and understanding towards Droube, expressing his belief in finding a better way than fighting to the death.
• Kaito: Arrives at the scene, having witnessed the final duel, but his role in the chapter is minimal.

Significant Themes

• Identity and self-discovery: Droube grapples with his newfound memories and the revelation of his Human past.
• Manipulation and truth: Don Thousand's deception and manipulation of Droube's life highlight the theme of truth and its importance.
• Unity and cooperation: Yuma's belief in finding a better way than fighting to the death emphasizes the theme of unity and cooperation.

Character Interactions

• Droube and Yuma: They discuss Droube's newfound memories and his decision to address the conflict between Humans and Barians later.
• Droube and Astral: Astral senses Kaito's approach and alerts Droube and Yuma.
• Yuma and Kaito: Yuma greets Kaito upon his arrival, showing surprise at his appearance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaito Tenjo arrives and recognizes Kira, leading to tension.
• Kaito reveals that Barians have launched a large-scale invasion into the Human World, with tens of thousands of Barians entering.
• Kaito expresses his inability to duel anymore due to the consequences of his past actions and loss of purpose.

Character Developments

• Kaito struggles with the weight of his past actions and loses his will to duel.
• Kira observes the changes in the ZEXAL Dimension and the impact of Kaito's potential retirement.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of one's actions and the burden of the past.
• The struggle to find purpose and conviction in one's actions.
• The impact of a key figure's retirement on the world they inhabit.

Character Interactions

• Tension between Kaito and Kira, with Kaito initially ready to duel Kira.
• Yuma steps in to defuse the situation and vouches for Kira.
• Kaito shares his discovery of the Barian invasion with the group.
• Kira provokes Kaito, questioning his true reasons for wanting to retire from dueling.

Key Plot Points

• Kaito and Kira have a second duel, initiated by Kira's provocation.
• Kira uses the Spell Card 'Obedience of the Celestial Voice' to force Kaito to either give him 'Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon' or Special Summon it to Kira's field.
• Kaito chooses to Special Summon 'Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon' to Kira's field.
• Kaito uses the Spell Card 'Return' to regain control of 'Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon' during his turn.

Character Developments

• Kaito shows anger and determination in response to Kira's provocation.
• Kira demonstrates his cunning and strategic thinking, aiming to provoke Kaito and gain an advantage in the duel.

Significant Themes

• The power of provocation and psychological manipulation in duels.
• The value of a duelist's pride and their ace monsters.

Character Interactions

• Kaito and Kira's interaction is tense and hostile, with Kira provoking Kaito and Kaito responding with anger and determination.
• Yuma and Astral discuss the duel's developments, with Astral providing insight into Kaito's decisions.
• Droube watches the duel with interest, knowing both duelists' reputations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaito uses "Return!" Spell Card to recover his "Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon" (ATK 3000) from Kira's field.
• Kaito Normal Summons "Photon Smasher" (ATK 2000) and activates "Ruinous Photon Stream" attack.
• Kira activates "Prologue of the Destruction Swordsman" Trap to Special Summon "Buster Blader" (ATK 2600) from his Deck.
• Kaito attacks with "Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon," banishing both it and "Buster Blader" due to the dragon's effect.
• Kira activates "Buster Blader Fusion" Quick-Play Spell, fusing "Buster Blader" and "Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon" to Fusion Summon "Dragon Buster Blader - Buster Blader."

Character Developments

• Kaito demonstrates his strategic prowess by recovering his key monster and planning a swift victory.
• Kira showcases his versatility and resourcefulness, using classic monsters and Fusion Summoning, a less common technique in the ZEXAL Dimension.

Significant Themes

• The clash of old and new strategies, with Kaito representing modern Xyz Summoning and Kira utilizing classic Fusion Summoning.
• The power of adaptability and resourcefulness in Dueling, as seen in Kira's ability to turn the tide of the Duel with unexpected moves.

Character Interactions

• Kaito and Kira's Duel intensifies as they exchange blows and strategize against each other.
• Astral and Yuma discuss the Duel's developments, with Astral providing insights into the rules and strategies at play.

Key Plot Points

• Kira Summons Buster Blader, the Destruction Swordmaster, using Kaito's Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon as Fusion Material.
• Buster Blader's ATK increases by 1000 for each Dragon Type Monster on Kaito's field and in his Graveyard.
• Kira attacks and destroys Kaito's Photon Smasher, reducing Kaito's LP to 2200.
• Kaito activates Galaxy Cyclone to destroy Kira's Set Buster Blader Fusion.
• Kaito revives Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon using Monster Reborn, but it's forced into Defense Position and can't activate its effects due to Buster Blader's effect.

Character Developments

• Kaito becomes increasingly frustrated and angry as Kira targets his Ace Monster and gains the upper hand.
• Kira demonstrates his strategic prowess by anticipating Kaito's moves and preparing countermeasures.

Significant Themes

• The power of anticipation and preparation in dueling.
• The frustration and anger that can arise when one's Ace Monster is targeted and restricted.

Character Interactions

• Kaito and Kira's duel intensifies as Kaito struggles to counter Kira's strategies targeting his Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon.
• Yuma and Astral comment on the duel, with Astral providing insight into the strategies being used.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaito's opponent targets his Galaxy-Eyes monsters repeatedly, then bans all Dragon-Type monsters, making them useless except for providing 1000 ATK to the opponent.
• Kaito activates the Spell Card 'Ruinous Photon Stream', banishing the opponent's Buster Blader.
• Kira, Kaito's opponent, Fusion Summons 'Buster Blader, the Destruction Swordmaster' again, targeting Kaito's 'Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon'.
• Kaito activates 'Photon Vanish' to banish 'Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon' and end the Battle Phase, preventing the Buster Blader's attack.

Character Developments

• Kaito struggles with his desire to duel and his past actions, questioning whether he should give up dueling.
• Kira challenges Kaito's resolve, pushing him to confront his past and his reasons for dueling.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between the past and the present, and the need to confront one's history.
• The responsibility of a duelist and the consequences of their actions.

Character Interactions

• Kaito and Kira's duel serves as a catalyst for Kaito's introspection.
• Yuma supports Kaito, acknowledging his skills and spirit.
• Kira provokes and challenges Kaito, pushing him to confront his feelings about dueling and his past.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaito, initially disheartened, is inspired by Astral's words about companionship and decides to continue dueling.
• Kaito uses powerful Spell Cards to draw all remaining cards from his Deck and banish monsters, aiming to win the Duel in one turn.
• He Special Summons 'Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon' and 'Photon Emperor', then Xyz Summons 'Neo Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon'.
• Kaito activates 'DNA Surgery' to change Neo Galaxy-Eyes' type, negating 'Dragon Destruction Sword's effect.
• Kira activates Trap Cards to force Neo Galaxy-Eyes to attack his 'Buster Blader, the Destruction Swordmaster', and uses 'Cycle of the World' to increase its ATK to 22,800, defeating Neo Galaxy-Eyes and winning the Duel.

Character Developments

• Kaito rediscovers his passion for dueling and decides to continue, acknowledging his companions and the future they share.
• Kira demonstrates his strategic prowess and understanding of complex card interactions.

Significant Themes

• Companionship and the importance of bonds formed through dueling.
• The power of determination and perseverance in the face of adversity.
• Strategic thinking and adaptability in dueling.

Character Interactions

• Kaito and Astral: Astral's words inspire Kaito to continue dueling, acknowledging their bond as companions.
• Kaito and Kira: The two duelists engage in a strategic battle, with Kaito initially gaining the upper hand but ultimately losing due to Kira's clever use of Trap Cards.
• Yuma and Astral: They observe and comment on the Duel, admiring Kaito's skills and strategies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaito, a top Duelist, loses twice to Kira, a new opponent.
• Kaito decides to continue dueling, motivated by Kira's strength.
• Kaito joins Yuma and others for dinner at Yuma's house.
• Kira reveals that Fika, Kaito's father, is his prisoner.
• Kira hints at Droube being a Barian, causing tension.

Character Developments

• Kaito: Realizes his strength is not at its peak, finds new motivation to improve.
• Kira: Proves his strength, reveals his connection to Fika, and stirs up conflict.
• Droube: Revealed to be a Barian, remains calm and unemotional.

Significant Themes

• Strength and growth: Kaito's loss leads him to recognize his potential for improvement.
• Trust and suspicion: Kaito's wariness of Kira and Droube highlights the theme of trust in relationships.
• Family and filial piety: Kaito's concern for his father and his reaction to Droube's revelation.

Character Interactions

• Kaito and Kira: Kaito is impressed by Kira's strength and decides to keep an eye on him.
• Kaito and Droube: Kaito is initially hostile towards Droube upon learning he's a Barian, but the situation is defused by Yuma.
• Yuma: Mediates between Kaito and Droube, showing his role as a peacemaker.