The latest chapter of "Shokugeki no Soma" continues the story of Saiba Joichirou when he was still a student in Tootski. The chapter offers an impressive account of the highly skilled chef which should set the tone for their training in future chapters.
Chapter 196 Recap
Chapter 196 of the popular cooking manga "Shokugeki no Soma" continues in Manga Stream. The chapter recounts the popularity of Joichirou inside and outside his school. His popularity and cooking skills got him qualified to one of the most prestigious cooking contest in the world titled "Blue."
But before he could leave the school for the competition, he was one again challenged by a student who goes out of the way to taunt him. Saiba accepted the challenge with a "Regimental Shokugeki" and a very big twist: he will face 50 competitors alone.
The chapter ends with Soma's father defeating all challengers. It was that moment that his nickname "Asura" or "Demon" was born.
Chapter 197 Predictions
It is possible that the upcoming chapters will continue the story of Saiba as it will chronicle until his decision to leave Tootski. However, comments at Reddit also offers another angle: Saiba's turning point as Asura changed is personality. But he's now a calmer and outgoing person who travels around the world cooking.
It is possible that Saiba changed his perspective about his cooking and the world after meeting his mother. If the future chapter will focus on Soma's father leaving Tootski and meeting his mother, it would be very interesting to know if his mother has direct connection to any of the powerful chefs in school.
The story arc of Saiba Joichirou is about to end which should usher another arc that would focus on the students' rigorous training in order to defeat the Elite 10 of Tootski Academy.
