
The race is won by the hero without power, as he crosses the finish line backwards. But due to a mistake, the famous black and white AE86 blows its engine at 12,000 rpm. The opponent is left wondering where Takumi is, unable to see him in his rearview mirrors. He then jumps to action and responds with his trademark "blind attack" where the headlights are turned off.


Feeling self-assured in his skills, the newcomer decides to put his hazards on and let Takumi pass.įinally, in Act 3 "Dangerous Scent" Shinji overtakes Takumi at the last turn. In Act 2 "The Strongest Enemy", Shinji hums to himself to gain confidence. Antagonist Shinji gains the lead, which leaves Takumi shocked at the sight of an opponent unlike any he's ever faced.

In Act 1 "Natural" (the first episode), Takumi and Shinji start their race. After never losing a race in his Toyota AE86, the hero of the story, Takumi Fujiwara, faces his greatest challenger ever, an opponent who also uses an AE86. Initial D: Final Stage only features 4 acts, two of which have aired on May 16th, to be followed by two more on June 22nd.
