[Suzu]

Finished Blade this weekend and my god, the last few episodes were SO GOOD. Things were really speeding up from the 30's on. The story became surprisingly logical, the characters had a good depth and the finale was amazing. Overall, I'd say Blade just became my favorite series of the shows before W. It was well-written, the characters were loveable and interesting, the plot turned out pretty cool and the designs were solid, even if they're far from being my favorites. Character-wise, my favorite was Kenzaki- he started out as a pretty boring protagonist, but he turned into a really likeable, heroic character in the end. Turning himself into an undead to save the earth and then leaving everyone he cares for behind to ensure Hajime is happy? Wow, man. Just wow.
Garren was a pretty confusing, somewhat indecided Secondary, but he had some really good moments, especially when Mutsuki was involved.
Hajime was pretty cool. I liked the whole plotpoint of him fighting his fate and also his friendship with Amane.
Mutsuki was weird, but he also had some great scenes, especially near the end. He may be the most boring out of the four riders, but I blame that on the fact that he rarely ever appeared.
The supporting cast was also kinda nice. Amane was the cheeky little brat-type with some sweet undertone, which reminded me a bit of Sailor Chibimoon- she was lovely. Koutarou was a nice person and I liked the episodes around his conflict with Hajime. Shiori was cute and one of the most helpful female sidekicks in Rider. Overall, very good cast.

The movie was kinda meh though, but then again, I don't expect much when watching a rider summer movie anyway.