Gao doesn't train in secret or earn his power through suffering, he just shows up and plays the game with his buddy, and that's enough to terrify people who spent years preparing. Bal Dragon isn't a legendary weapon or a chosen one plot device; he's a kid who hatched from an egg and decided this specific human was worth fighting for. The card game is real stakes, not a gimmick, and every match feels like two fighters actually betting something on the outcome.
Gao Mikado hatches a dragon egg at Aibo Academy and discovers his new partner: Bal Dragon, a creature of pure solar energy with untapped potential. Together, they enter Buddyfight, a competitive card game where monsters manifest as real combatants fighting alongside human players. Their goal is straightforward but ambitious: claim the World Buddy Cup championship and prove themselves the strongest team alive. The path forward demands constant battles against increasingly formidable opponents. Tasuku Ryuenji, a former enforcer with his own combat experience, stands as an early obstacle. More dangerous still is Gaito Kurouzu, whose partnership with the sinister Black Death Dragon, Abygale, has already crushed countless challengers. As Gao and Bal face stronger rivals, they must develop their bond and refine their strategy, learning that raw power alone won't guarantee victory. The series balances high-stakes card game action with character growth, exploring how trust between human and monster creates strength neither could achieve alone. Expect fast-paced duels, escalating stakes, and a protagonist determined to rise through the ranks.