Zantetsu Tsurugi is a Blue Lock player who is quite popular among fans. He began his journey as a member of Team V in Blue Lock First Selection. He has an interesting personality and abilities to discuss.
Without further ado, let's discuss them together below.
His Personality
When he first appears, Zantetsu appears to be a genius. However, he isn't as smart as he appears. In fact, his friends call him Baka Zantetsu because of his goofy nature.
Despite this, Zantetsu always appears calm and pretends to be smart. Furthermore, he is a cool-headed person, not easily provoked.
He Wears Fake Glasses
You might have thought that Zantetsu is nearsighted, which is why he wears glasses. In fact, these glasses aren't real glasses, but rather an accessory that complements Zantetsu's goofiness.
He deliberately wears them because he believes they make him appear intelligent to others. In fact, wearing glasses has absolutely nothing to do with a person's intelligence.
His Role in Team V
Despite his antics, Zantetsu is a Blue Lock player to be reckoned with. He plays a crucial role in Team V. He forms a very solid partnership with Reo and Nagi.
Zantetsu's performance was clearly evident during his match against Team Z. He was able to steal the ball from opposing players with his agility. He also managed to make it difficult for players like Chigiri.
He Passed the Second Selection with Nagi, Barou, and Chigiri
During the Second Selection, Zantetsu didn't receive any attention at all. Despite this, he successfully passed the Second Selection. This is not surprising given his weapons and the specifications required for a striker.
Interestingly, Zantetsu qualified and joined the team of Nagi, Barou, and Chigiri, which had previously been defeated by Team Rin. In addition to the four of them, there was one other player with them: Jin Kiyora.
He Has Superior Speed
Zantetsu is a player who excels in speed. He possesses a signature technique known as Explosive Acceleration. He is capable of accelerating and reacting quickly when facing opponents.
With this ability, Zantetsu can read and intercept opponents' movements, then steal the ball from them. According to Chigiri, Zantetsu's speed is very difficult to deal with at close range.
He is Left-Footed Player
Another aspect that sets Zantetsu apart from other players is his left-footed dominance. He is capable of delivering powerful and accurate shots with his left foot. However, he requires specific tactics and zones.
Zantetsu will break through the opponent's defense at full speed to create these zones. Then, he will kick the ball towards the goal or pass it to a teammate.
He Joined Paris X Gen in Neo Egoist League
Paris X Gen is a European football club featuring professional players. They compete in the Neo Egoist League against other clubs, such as Manshine City, FC Barcha, Ubers, and Bastard Munich.
One of the Blue Lock players joining Paris X Gen is Zantetsu. Under Julian Loki's tutelage, Zantetsu has likely evolved even faster than before.