Originally Posted by Matrixbeast (Post 679245)

Ghost wasn't a comedy?

Originally Posted by Matrixbeast (Post 679245)

Ghost wasn't a comedy?

Originally Posted by Matrixbeast (Post 679085)

I'd normally say low stakes. Zyuohger being so character focused was what helped it be so charming and entertaining.

However, Gekiranger is a thing, and it's ongoing plot kept me engrossed. The villains were threatening due to being involved in their own B plot, and our heroes growth was natural due to the rising threat.

Both styles of plots have their weaknesses, but I think the low stakes, more character driven series tend to be worse off because of it. A lot of shows take a fair number of episodes to really get you engrossed into the cast. But whereas other comedy/character series can put a focus on this, Sentai needs to add multiple action scenes as well as the mech fight. This dampers things because if you don't find yourself really enjoying the cast (Or at least a few members) after 6 or 7 episodes (*Cough*Kyuranger*CoughCough*), it's difficult to really buckle yourself in for the long haul.

Originally Posted by Kamen Rider Lucha (Post 679385)

You're creating a false dichotomy here. Stories can, and should, be both plot-oriented and character-oriented. In fact, separation of character and plot (they're inextricably intertwined in the best stories) is often the easiest way to spot a weak storyteller.

That said, I think there's something to be said about preferring low-stakes stories to high-stakes stories (personally, I think they both have their merits). The great thing about Super Sentai is that because it's rebooted every season, you don't actually have to choose!

Originally Posted by Dr Kain (Post 679436)

Still not exactly sure what you mean, but based on what I think you are saying, mine would be high stakes. I want plot, which is why Dairanger is my favorite show.