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Again, everything is based on impressions since I don't speak a lick of Japanese. Also, my stream dropped out a few times so I may have missed some stuff.

Well, the first third of that was just plain fun. It was nice seeing the cast of both shows really just interacting socially. I wish there was more of this kind of intermingling sometimes. Granted, the tones clash a bit here and there, but it was enjoyable to watch. But that intial 'Huh?' when everyone transformed was brilliant. I loved that.

I actually liked Kagura in this, which is a first. Obviously I have no idea at the moment where this sits in canon (or not) but it seems like we got a little more of a clue into her character than even in her standalone episode. She isn't really childlike, she's really more of an actual child in some ways. Tokatti is fast becoming a standout character for me, too. Mio is still tops, hands down though.

It was nice seeing Mango and Kiwi again, however briefly, too. But, seriously, Kachidoki Arms is fast becoming one of my favorite Rider forms ever. It's not only gorgeous looking, but the fighting style in it is a joy to watch. It's simple and brutal compared to some of the all over the place fight scenes we sometimes get. The ToQ-Oh fights in the background were more energetic than any proper fight scene it's really gotten so far. The launching Tank Ressha was neat, too. Had we seen that last episode? I don't really recall the mecha fights in the series proper as they're usually underwhelming.

My three big disappointments for the crossover though, are as follows:

1) Where was Narutaki? Did I miss him when my stream died? I was insanely looking forward to his appearance.

2) The Oren Pierre Alfonzo teases. I was hoping for some interaction between him and the ToQger crew. He fits their series aesthetic better than most of the Gaim characters, expect perhaps Mai, for obvious reasons. Also, everything is better with Mr. Dangerous.

3) We never got to see that ugly sweater party the Micchy was obviously on his way to before he got interrupted.

Overall, I'd have to say it was a darned entertaining watch and I can't wait for the subs. I did come to the startling realization, though, that I actively like ToQger and I was one of it's seriously vocal critics before it premiered.