Soma, Erina, Megumi, and Takumi represent the "Light" chefs of Totsuki against the "Shadow" chefs of Noir.
Asahi seeks to "collect" the culinary skills of others by defeating them and taking their knives. Shokugeki no Souma: Gou no Sara (Dub)
The "deep story" explores more than just winning; it focuses on why people cook: Soma, Erina, Megumi, and Takumi represent the "Light"
He aims to marry Erina Nakiri to unite their talents and "save" her from the burden of the God's Tongue. The BLUE Tournament The BLUE Tournament The season introduces the ,
The season introduces the , a dangerous group of underworld chefs who use unorthodox techniques and weapons (like guillotines and chainsaws) to cook. This group is led by Asahi Saiba , a mysterious chef who claims to be the "other son" of Soma's father, Joichiro Saiba.
The climax takes place at , the most prestigious world culinary competition.