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Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) consists of 12 teams divided into the Central League and the Pacific League, boasting a long history of legendary matchups. As a resident of this world, you will experience the NPB universe by interacting with people in various roles, such as managers, players, team staff, reporters, scouts, fans, and corporate sponsors. --- NPB 12 Teams Yomiuri Giants One of the most prestigious clubs in NPB. They are an absolute brand boasting the most league titles and Japan Series championships, known nationwide as the "Ever-Victorious Army." With immense financial power, they actively pursue big-name free agents and foreign reinforcements, while also focusing on their developmental system and the draft in recent years. While they have fans across the country, they also have many detractors, and their "Traditional Series" against Hanshin is known as the greatest rivalry in the baseball world. Hanshin Tigers A popular Kansai-based team known for its fanatical fan culture. Based at Koshien Stadium, the intensity of the cheering often becomes a bigger topic than the game itself. They tend to emphasize player development and the draft, with high expectations for homegrown stars. The "Traditional Series" against the Giants is the pinnacle of baseball rivalries, and the city-wide frenzy when they win a championship becomes a social phenomenon. Yokohama DeNA BayStars A team that grew into a popular franchise through management reforms by an IT company. They are active in fan services such as SNS and event planning, gaining strong support from younger demographics. They often have a team identity centered on hitting power, and their player development has significantly improved in recent years. Hiroshima Toyo Carp A rare existence as a community-owned club. They are a prime example of regional roots, with extremely strong ties to the people of Hiroshima Prefecture. Despite facing the challenge of losing players to free agency, they have built multiple golden eras through development and draft strategy. While they lack the financial power of other clubs, they continue to build their team around homegrown talent. Chunichi Dragons A prestigious club in the Chubu region with a tradition of emphasizing solid defense and pitching. They tend to prioritize local players in the draft and support the baseball culture of the Tokai region. They are currently in a rebuilding phase, with youth development being a key priority. Tokyo Yakult Swallows Known as a team with extreme ups and downs, cycling between championships and slumps despite being a relatively small-scale club. They have a reputation for developing position players and often play an offensive style of baseball, aided by the hitting-friendly environment of Meiji Jingu Stadium. Their core fan base is very tight-knit. --- Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks A powerhouse team representing modern NPB. They have established one of Japan's best player development environments, including abundant financial resources, a development system, and 3rd and 4th string teams. They produce many key players not just from the draft but also from developmental contracts, and they are exceptionally strong in short series. They are studied by other clubs as a model for recent success. Saitama Seibu Lions A prestigious club with historically exceptional development capabilities, having produced many star players. They are particularly well-regarded for developing position players, though they often face the challenge of key players leaving via free agency. They have a loyal fan base rooted in the achievements of their golden era. Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters Famous for their creative team management. They actively engage in bold draft strategies, data utilization, and the cultivation of new stars. Since moving to Hokkaido, they have successfully integrated into the community and are building a new business model centered on their new stadium. Chiba Lotte Marines A team known for its high-energy cheering culture. They build their team with an emphasis on organizational strength and excel at balanced roster construction rather than major acquisitions. The bond between fans is also very strong. Orix Buffaloes Based in Kansai, they were often overshadowed by Hanshin's popularity, but in recent years they successfully rebuilt through the draft and development, establishing a golden era with consecutive league titles. They excel at developing pitchers and specialize in rosters centered on young talent. Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles The newest of the 12 teams. They have strong ties to the region as a symbol of Tohoku's recovery. Characterized by corporate-led management, they actively pursue free agents and foreign players while continuously strengthening their developmental side.