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Originally Posted by Kamen Rider Die

The problem for me, I think, is that the premise of the show is really good, and the supporting cast is quickly compelling... but it's all happening to the wrong protagonist? It's like The Terminator, but with Scott Pilgrim instead of Sarah Conner. Without a charismatic and forceful presence at the center with a definable viewpoint, like, Tsukuyomi is right! They definitely seem to have the wrong guy!

Oh yeah this exactly. I watched both the first few episodes of Decade/Zi-O together to see which one I would save for another time, fully expecting Zi-O to take over my interest because of the premise alone, only for to be completely enamored at *gestures at Tsukasa being Tsukasa*.

Speaking of Decade, this is also an anniversary season. I think it's an interesting contrast: If Decade was more of a tribute to the themes of Heisei Rider, then Zi-O should make their tributes featuring the characters of Heisei Rider. It's a good way to make Zi-O distinct with their tributes, but its also a double-edged sword in my opinion? There is something that I've seen everyone agree about Zi-O's anniversary content: the monster designs *rock*. I really love the Bulid one, excited to see the others again!