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05-08-2023, 08:01 AM | #17431 |
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My only memory of Faiz was that every episode had a bookend of a couple of minutes of action either side, and then almost nothing happened in the middle of each episode, making it an incredibly tedious watch that I eventually abandoned after everyone kept telling me it never got any better.
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05-08-2023, 09:42 AM | #17432 |
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05-08-2023, 06:57 PM | #17433 |
Warrior of Delusions!
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Kamen Rider Fourze - Episodes 7 & 8
You know, I've never even seen The Breakfast Club, and now I don't have to. I get Shun's tragic backstory (His dad's a dick! He's actually sympathetic! Mio and JK wish they were this!), I get a niche obscure constellation dog man delinquent, and I get the creepiest teacher known to man. He is delighting in punishing these students, probably because he's living vicariously through them to try and fix his own son. Or maybe he's just salty about formerly being a Professor studying the mirror universe and now he's teaching Gentarou. Honestly, a really nice pair of episodes, both for the MOTW plot, and to see Mio and JK strike out on their own and be useful. The flipside of JK's absolutely suprficial nature means he's also the one to be able to dig out dirt, and Mio shows off her spine and determination in being the club leader meaning she has to take charge and kick ass. It's a good showing for the whole group, especially in Shun managing to redeem himself by episode's end and help fight off Scorponok - who I'm guessing is woman teacher, mainly due to lack of other options. It sure ain't Ohsugi, I know enough Kamen Rider lore for that.
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05-12-2023, 10:19 AM | #17434 |
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I watched Juuga VS Olteca.
I mostly enjoyed it. The comedy here was amusing, which is the easiest thing to recommend. Like George getting excited over meeting another sempai and lampshading all the Drive references, Daiji's and Hiromi's endurance contest, George sporadically singing parts of his theme song and Wizard Girl reminding everybody that she's Wizard Girl (why KR Girls keep getting typecast as villains in these specials though?). Regarding the plot, it's pretty thin, but I appreciate how it stays connected to Revice with the other Gif Eyeball. It's easily the most Revice-y Revice content I've seen since Episode 46. I liked George's epic speech to Takada, about how any technology created to surpass humanity is inherently a waste of time. It sounded appropriately insulting to Takada, with George giving him so much sass while also making a good point. However, my favorite scene is the brief exchange between Tamaki and Olteca. It's the first time in a while we've seen these guys, like, have a talk, without Tamaki blowing a fuse and wanting to punch Olteca on sight. Last time we saw him, he was working for Aguilera's detective agency, but now he reveals he's moved on from following Aguilera. There's sadness in letting go of somebody you've dedicated so much time to, but this bittersweet independence gives him the freedom to look for somebody who will reciprocate his feelings. I think that's partially why Tamaki is able to speak so amicably to Olteca now, like the friends they used to be, since Tamaki has put the hurt of that betrayal behind him and encourages Olteca to do the same. He doesn't explain exactly how Olteca is supposed to that, being a super notorious criminal and all, but the sentiment is there and the advice is more helpful than trying to crush his wrist (looking at you Aguilera) at least. #NiceTamaki! Despite being the title and premise of this special, the climactic fight of Juuga VS Olteca feels more like a formality. George's and Olteca's rivalry is a matter of pride, as they fight each other to prove who's the better genius prodigy. But I think it's more intriguing to consider what they have in common, their mutual refusal of Takada's belief that surpassing humanity is necessary for humanity's improvement. George and Olteca both want to become better versions of themselves, by their own means, which seems to be a foundation for their respect. Takada essentially serves as the main villain of this special, but once he's dealt with, George and Olteca revert to their old ways. George is still kind of a narcissistic a**hole (albeit a lovable one), while Olteca is off to go conquer the world again, maybe join the Outsiders' fight against Zein if he feels like it. I think Olteca's dynamic with Tamaki is ultimately more, like, dynamic, than the "I'm so much smarter and cooler than you" thing he has going with George. Overall, I'd say this is another one of the pleasant oases in the desert called Revice. It's got flaws, of course, but I thought it was worth watching for the humorous jokes, the minor but overdue development for side characters who needed it the most and stuff for Drive fans as well.
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05-16-2023, 07:16 PM | #17435 |
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I just started watching both Kamen Rider Kiva and Kamen Rider Wizard as of today.
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05-16-2023, 07:34 PM | #17436 |
Some guy. I'm alright.
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Wizard is really underrated. Enjoy!
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05-16-2023, 08:47 PM | #17437 |
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Kiva is also a Kamen Rider show. Enjoy?
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05-17-2023, 12:23 AM | #17438 |
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05-19-2023, 07:55 PM | #17439 |
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Kamen Rider Fourze Episodes 9 and 10
(I was hoping to grab a better screenshot of Kengo using his facts and logic against the witches, but I forgot) Continuing on the good streak from last time, the show settling into its rhythm allows it to fashion the most obvious "You don't need to change, you're good as you are" moral around Tomoko. Considering she's been hanging around since Episode 1, it's surprising it's taken her this long to formally join, but I guess we had to get the less likable characters out the way first. Her story is pretty simple - fall into a destructive group because they're not as outright mocking, but still not being good enough for them, until Gentarou comes along and tells her she's good as is. There's a line from Tomoko's mum, about how happy she is that Tomoko finally has some "normal friends", and that hits a little close to home. The pacing on this one is strange, though - we have the debut of Fire States and the reveal of the Zodiarts full scheme by the end of Part 1, but that lets part 2 breathe and be more about the emotions at play than uncovering a villainous plot. Also, the direction on this one feels different to usual? A few fun angles and interesting distortion tricks. It makes up for the Zodiarts herself being a little thin on the ground. Her two sidekicks have credible enough revenge plots (Love Mio tearing into the girl for skipping class as she's committing arson! Comedy gold), but Altar's motivation is explained basically in one flashback and that's it. Nice to finally have the gang from the opening credits all together, if nothing else!
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05-19-2023, 08:04 PM | #17440 |
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This is my favorite pair of episodes in Fourze, and a big part of why was the introduction of my favorite character of the season: Spooky Chick!
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