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Originally Posted by Switchblade

I love Fourze, but I would never say it?s a departure from the Den-O formula. It has the same ?monster and victim of the fortnight? structure, the same goofy main/serious secondary dynamic, a standard array of comedic side characters (not a criticism; all of them are great, at least until Yuuki went crazy), and it pulls a full Philip with the non-human partner in the finale. Great show, but absolutely formulaic.

I know we haven't really established what the "formula" is in the context of this discussion, but the main parts that made Fourze a standout unique series that holds up well is the heavy elements surrounding the High School environment (as opposed to more adult characters), the reliance on friendship and teamwork (as opposed to the lone hero), and a general positive tone (as opposed to remorseful or hopeful).

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Originally Posted by GoldenXtreme

On the subject of Gaim, I think it has a similar issue to Ryuki where its novelty has worn off over time as other shows did similar things to it. That being said it certainly still has some very unique aspects imo. The best part of Gaim for me has to be Micchi's slow burn downfall throughout the show. Absolutely brilliant and not something I think any other Rider show has done nearly as well.

I still find Ryuki to be a novel series that holds up well. Yes, I agree a show can lose its novelty over time. Gaim to me still feels like one of the least Kamen Rider-y Kamen Rider shows, and that's not a knock against it, but an aspect that preserves its spot as a unique and worthwhile show even to this day.