[Xtreme RX]

Surprisingly, a very good episode of Zi-O... No, I think this was an excellent episode.

The pacing was great. Nothing felt too rushed and there was a proper amount of time spent on crucial scenes. We learned a lot and even got resolution to one of the long-running conflicts.

Geiz has finally come to terms with his feelings and announces Sougo to be his friend.

This happens in a fantastic scene that is made even more dramatic by the snowy setting, which is a rarity for Kamen Rider. And it represents the first time we hear confessions from not only Geiz, but Sougo too. Sougo confirms how lonely he is, and how he has never had any friends. Putting the last few episodes, heck, the whole series into perspective, all of Sougo's awkwardness, Geiz's back and forth and indecisiveness comes together and it gives me new respect for the characterization of these two. And I feel bad for Hiryu still but it seems he's ready to repent as well. Though the Another Zi-O Ridewatch reforming might say otherwise.

Tsukuyomi learns that Decade is bent on destroying the world in which Oma-Zi-O exists, but believes there to be another path. This gives Tsukuyomi hope and leads credence to the theory that Tsukasa has been overseeing Sougo's journey to lead him in the right direction.

Schwarz and White Woz have joined forces, seemingly leaving Aura and Wool behind.

The final scene had me smiling. It was just so heartwarming. Woz taking Geiz's room was hilarious.

The fight scene in this episode was great too. Seeing all the old Ride Armour's again was refreshing and the CG work with Geiz turning into Faiz Armour was really good. It was a dynamic battle with lots of stunning effects and awesome choreography.

Can't wait for next episode with Blade!