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《Saki: The Nationals》 is the third TV anime series of the mahjong manga 《Saki》 created by Ritz Kobayashi, and the second anime season of the main story. Produced by Studio Gokumi, it continues the style of the 《Saki》 series, focusing on the theme of high school girls' mahjong competitions. The anime aired in Japan from January to April 2014, with a total of 13 episodes. The story follows the Kiyosumi High School mahjong club as they strive to compete in the national high school mahjong tournament, challenging strong opponents and engaging in fierce battles with teams from other schools like Achiga Girls' Academy, with the ultimate goal of meeting Miyako Saki's sister, Miyako Teru, on the field. The series not only showcases the strategies and techniques of mahjong competitions but also depicts the friendships and growth among the girls. The anime features several outstanding theme songs performed by Miyuki Hashimoto, such as "New SPARKS!" and "TRUE GATE." In addition to the TV anime, a PS Vita game based on this series was also released, providing a more immersive gaming experience.