The Ghoulish Rider, Traveler of the Highway of Hell stared back at the mysterious rider who did not seem to care whether or not he was quicker to get past the turn. He took note of the Speed World that was in play, and as his machine entered autopilot and activated the playing field. He drew his opening hand. 

As the standby phase went past, The Ghoulish Rider, Traveler of the Highway of Hell's Duel Runner picked up a bit of speed as he gained one Speed Token. Fyodor set down a monster in defense mode and placed two cards down in his Spell & Trap Zone. Fyodor held up his finger and rolled it around to signal that he was done with his turn.