The world of Duel Masters is one of five great civilizations. Through a card game, duelists can bring these worlds into existence, turning what was previously abstract into reality. These skilled duelists are known as Kaijudo masters. Shobu Kirifuda is the top player at his local playground and aims to become a world-class master like his father. His first step on the road to conquest begins with winning a local tournament. Or rather, it should have, except he is defeated by the best Kaijudo master in the world, Knight. Shobu loses, but after recalling the words of wisdom his father instilled in him, he decides to continue on the path of becoming a duelist who enjoys the game for what it is. And so begins his journey to victory - and as we all know, the journey is the most important part!