In the midst of the tragedy, Takaaki found himself ensnared by the clutches of Ultimate Despair, becoming a captive under the watchful eye of Monokuma. For three long years, he endured the torment of imprisonment until an unexpected turn of events led to his liberation. However, his newfound freedom quickly turned into a nightmare as he became a target for the Warriors of Hope in Towa City. Unlike the other individuals marked for elimination, Takaaki was armed with a gun, driven by a fierce determination to eliminate both the Warriors of Hope and the Monokuma Kids. As he navigated the perilous streets of the city, skillfully evading the patrolling Monokuma robots, he made his way to the Towa Memorial Science Hall. There, he found refuge, concealing himself while gripping his weapon tightly, ready for whatever confrontation lay ahead.