The following contains spoilers for Episode 13 of Classroom Of The Elite Season 2, "The worst enemy you can meet will always be yourself," now streaming on Crunchyroll.
Episode 13 marked the ending of Classroom of the Elite’s second season. The episode subtly teased the main developments that will occur in the story going forward, using characters like Ayanokoji, Ryuen, and Sakanayagi. Most of season 2’s story developments were resolved in episode 12; however, episode 13 tackled the aftermath of major events in the earlier episodes.
As the conflict between Class C & D has ended, Classroom of the Elite’s final episode reveals Ryuen’s fate and the real hurdles that Class D will have to clear to reach Class A. With Ayanaokji at the center of these developments, fans can expect sensational developments from Classroom of the Elite in the next season.
Ryuen Becomes Ayanokoji’s Pawn
Episode 12 featured the final clash between Ryuen and Ayanokoji. The fight between these two characters was more than a physical one; it was also mental. Ayanokoji emerged as the winner of this clash, leading to a decline in Ryuen’s charisma and confidence. Heavily discouraged by his downfall, Ryuen tried to drop out of the academy, refusing to listen to even Ibuki. However, Ayanokoji still had plans for the defeated character. He prevented Ryuen from getting expelled by partly putting the blame on the sabotaged cameras, which Ryeun destroyed on Class D.
This development birthed the alliance between Ayanakoji and Ryuen, a partnership that wasn’t foreseeable initially. The discussion between these newly allied characters hinted at Ayanokoji’s plans, one of which is to get Kushida expelled. The character has long since expressed her hatred for Ayanakoji and Horikita and still plans to remove them permanently from the academy. If Kushida isn’t handled, Ayanokoji’s plan to help Class D reach Class A may backfire. How Ayanokoji will get Kushida expelled or under control is still a mystery, but based on Ayanokoji’s past actions, he already has a plan in progress.
A Double Date Gone Wrong
Ever since episode 7, Classroom of the Elite hinted at Sato and Karuizawa’s romantic interest in Ayanakoji. Finally, episode 13 showed Ayanakoji’s stance on this issue. With Karuizawa overcoming her trauma, she became conscious of her feelings for Ayanokoji. However, she wasn’t the only person in this boat as Sato revealed her intentions to go on a date with Ayanokoji. Ironically, Sato sought out Karuizawa’s aid in the planning process and even suggested a double date to make the date more interesting since Sato was still under the impression that Hirata and Karuizawa were dating.
After Karuizawa meets with Sato, she receives a call from Ayanokoji, who requests for private information about Sato, details crucial for a first date. Usually, this would be interpreted as the actions of a person who is excited about a dating experience. However, for Ayanokoji this was important for him to study Sato to see if she could serve as his pawn. The next day, the double date happens, and Hirata, Karuizawa, Sato, and Ayanokoji engage in different fun activities, all leading to the crucial moment afterward.
Sato already revealed her plans to Karuizawa, which involved asking Ayanokoji to be her boyfriend at the end of the double date, making fans curious about the outcome. Finally, the moment approaches, but Ayanakoji refuses Karuizawa’s request bluntly. According to Ayanokoji, he had no feelings for Sato, and feelings are the basic requirements for a relationship. This revelation breaks Sato’s heart as she expected a lot from Ayanokoji in the romantic department. Unknown to Sato, Karuizawa watched the whole thing from the background, and after the drama ended, Ayanokoji revealed his reason for rejecting Sato’s proposal to Karuizawa. He replied to Karuizawa's question with the statement, “She’s an unsuitable substitute for you.” This leads to a discussion between the two characters in which Ayanokoji reveals that he has never had an affection for anyone. Eventually, both characters exchange gifts, and Ayanakoji manages to gain the complete trust of Karuizawa.
Ayanokoji – A Master Manipulator
Before the episode ends, Ayanokoji reveals his plans, showing his frighteningly manipulative nature. According to Ayanokoji, his proposal to end his agreement with Karuizawa in episode 10 and Ryuen’s bullying were all part of his plan to gain Karuizawa’s complete trust. Apparently, his plans succeeded as Karuizawa became the perfect pawn for Ayanokoji to control. However, despite his achievements, Ayanokoji still recognized the fact that he was still held hostage by his education in the White Room, an education that made him what he is. The White Room is an important plot point in Classroom of the Elite and is tied to Ayanokoji’s past. This questionable academy that birthed a genius will be the center of the story in Classroom of the Elite's future seasons, and fans can only hope it matches everyone’s expectations.
In the final minutes of episode 13, Classroom of the Elite teased the clash between Arisu Sakanayagi and Ayanokoji. She claims to have known Ayanokoji, but Ayanokoji’s replies suggest that he doesn’t remember meeting Sakanayagi. However, that does nothing to hide the threats exchanged between these two characters. With Ryuen down, Ayanokoji’s next opponent is clear; however, will Ayanokoji be able to bring down Sakanayagi, Class A’s charismatic representative?