A sense of relief filled Kenta's senses as Joseph warmly welcomed him, he's not even in the tournament proper yet but he's already made a new friend! Something which he was happy for, even with the language barrier making things difficult for them. The other boy promptly explained that he cannot speak in his language, much like Kenta cannot speak theirs. It seems that aside from strong duelists, the English language will be one of the boy's challenges.

As Joseph apologized for his excitement and hoping that they can get along nonetheless. Besides, there was bound to be more Japanese duelists like himself, he was sure of it! With a tournament this big after all. With the thought in his mind, Kenta became excited once more...Eager to start battling others. Meanwhile, the boy he was with offered him a soda and he happily accepted, taking a few sips from the beverage.

Deciding that getting to know him better would provide a boost, he tried to ask a few questions of his own. [b][i]"You duelist, correct? What...deck you use?"[/i][/b] he asked Joseph.