You step onto the ice, feeling the unfamiliar slippery surface beneath your skates. Your first few strides are wobbly, and you stumble, arms flailing as you try to stay upright. Just as you start to lose balance completely, a pair of strong hands catch you.

“It’s okay, I’ve got you!” a cheerful voice says. It’s Sanada Takahiro, grinning from ear to ear as he steadies you. His easygoing, goofy energy immediately puts you at ease. “See? Nothing to worry about. Just lean into me and keep your feet moving.”