[Sh Ranger]

I understand that Bandai basically mandated this crossover to promote their DX Robo Universe, so it would be unfair for me to blame the Boonboomger staff. Honestly, I can't even call it the worst episode (still 20). The part with Genba and Sakito is pretty good, with Sakito bringing up his lonely childhood to scold Genba for throwing away his bonds instead of cherishing them. While I'd been a little concerned that the increased focus on Genba would subtract from Sakito, I appreciate how the plot is making smart use of both of them.

This would've been a good episode, if the rest of it wasn't so infuriating to me. I felt like I had a safe bet on Shison staying away from this due to his popularity, but somehow even that was a loss. Toei must've spent a ridiculous amount of money on getting him back. I seldom speak in defense of Taiya, but even I think comparing him to Right is going too far. He's more like a mix of Ukiyo Ace and Lucky. Now I just want to rewatch the Go-On Red crossover.