Season 1 Plot
The top 1% of students from five prestigious universities in Korea (Seoul National University, KAIST, Pohang University of Science and Technology, Yonsei University, Korea University) participate, and only utilize brain power (mental calculations, calculations, reasoning, games, memorization, etc.) without politics, betrayal, alliances, or deception.
University War Season 1 aired on November 3rd, 2023.
Season 1 Episodes
1. 0.1%
Students from Korea's most prestigious universities gather to determine their true ranking, putting the school's honor at stake. NO politics, NO coalitions. All you need in this war is brains.
2. The Rival
Between survival and elimination, the first eliminated team was finally revealed amidst a fierce battle with two universities that met in a death match.
3. World-Class
The emergence of the world’s most prestigious university. The dawn of a new war begins. Participants greeted the second day with a sense of tension due to the larger scale. Who has the best reasoning skills?
4. Mixed Signals
Mixed signals, and a fatal mistake. In an unpredictable game, the shocking results of the second main match are revealed. What is the second university to leave?
5. A Stroke of Genius
The first alliance showdown in the ‘University War’. The main match with a twist filled with cheers and tears is revealed. Which team will the goddess of victory favor?
6. Relay Race
It's finally time to decide which team will advance to the finals. Now, a 1:1 winner-take-all relay match begins in which each individual must show off their abilities.
7. A Winning Strategy
The start of the final main match with a ticket to the finals at stake. Fate can change with a single point.
8. The New Rankings
An unprecedented final that tests all abilities including calculation, strategy, and spatial awareness. Who will ultimately win the title of ‘No. 1 University’?
