Ace of Diamond Timeline ( Real )

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May 17, 2006

Ace of Diamond Manga Debut

The Ace of Diamond manga, written and illustrated by Yuji Terajima, begins serialization in Weekly Shonen Magazine.

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2013

Ace of Diamond Anime Announcement

Announcement of the Ace of Diamond anime adaptation, bringing the popular manga series to television.

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October 6, 2013

Ace of Diamond Anime Premiere

The Ace of Diamond anime series premieres in Japan, introducing the baseball themed story to a wider audience.

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April 2, 2019

Ace of Diamond Sequel Anime Premiere

The sequel anime series, Ace of Diamond Act II, begins airing to continue the story from the original anime.

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July 23, 2015

Ace of Diamond Manga Conclusion

The Ace of Diamond manga series concludes after a successful run, wrapping up the story of Eijun Sawamura and his baseball journey.

Ace of Diamond Timeline ( Fictional )

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Spring, First Year

Eijun Sawamura Transfers to Seidou High School

Eijun Sawamura, a passionate left-handed pitcher, transfers to Seidou High School aiming to join their prestigious baseball team.

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April, First Year

First Arrival at Seidou Baseball Club

Sawamura attends the tryouts and officially joins the Seidou baseball club, marking the beginning of his high school baseball journey.

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Spring, First Year

Initial Practice and Rivalries Begin

Sawamura meets key team members including the ace pitcher Satoru Furuya, starting various rivalries and friendships essential to the team's dynamics.

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Spring, First Year

Spring Prefectural Tournament Participation

Seidou competes in the Spring Prefectural Baseball Tournament, showcasing the strength and areas for improvement of new members like Sawamura.

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Early Summer, First Year

Summer Koshien Qualifiers Begin

Seidou competes in the qualifiers to enter the prestigious Summer Koshien National High School Baseball Tournament.

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Summer, First Year

Summer Koshien First Round Victory

Seidou wins their first match at the Summer Koshien, marking a significant milestone for Sawamura and the team.

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Mid Summer, First Year

Encounter with Rival Team

Seidou faces a strong rival team, deepening the competitive spirit and motivating Sawamura to improve his pitching skills.

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Late Summer, First Year

Sawamura Overcomes Injury

Sawamura sustains and recovers from an injury, showcasing his determination and resilience.

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Late Summer, First Year

Seidou Reaches Koshien Semi-Finals

The team advances to the semi-finals of the Summer Koshien tournament, reflecting their growth and teamwork.

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Autumn, First Year

End of First Year Season

Summary of the first-year baseball season and preparation for the next year with lessons learned.