To protect Horio, Ryoma intervenes and easily defeats the older students in a lopsided match. This performance catches the attention of , a regular on the Seigaku tennis team known for his power-based playing style. Key Events & Character Debuts
Although Ryoma demonstrated his skills in the premiere, this episode further establishes his "cool" and aloof personality as he effortlessly handles upperclassmen. Alternative Series Versions Prince of Tennis Episode 2
The second episode of the original anime series is titled " Samurai Jr. " (Japanese: Samurai Junia ) and originally aired on October 17, 2001 . Episode Summary To protect Horio, Ryoma intervenes and easily defeats
Because The Prince of Tennis has several sequels, you might be looking for episode 2 of a different series: To protect Horio
