In her quest to elevate her school's competitive karuta club, Chihaya Ayase sets her sights on clinching the national team championship at Omi Jingu and claiming the prestigious title of Queen, the pinnacle of female karuta prowess in Japan and beyond. As Chihaya and her teammates enter their second year of high school, they face the challenges of recruiting new members, honing their skills through rigorous training, and engaging in fierce battles against formidable adversaries on their journey to championship glory. Amidst this intense pursuit, Chihaya's childhood friend Arata Wataya, the karuta prodigy who first ignited her passion for the game, reignites his own deep-seated love for the ancient card sport.