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Originally Posted by Switchblade

Maybe I'm just old and looking at this through an American cultural perspective, but I can't help but see all of these powers based off of junk food and think "This feels really irresponsible."

I want to see how far they can go with this. Beer Rider, Tobacco Rider, Coffee Rider, etc. Evolt would be terrified of a Coffee Rider.

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Originally Posted by Mesnick

In other words, if the audience is not interested in the character, they will not buy his toys.

Exactly! If you're going to sell a whole bunch of characters, then I think they should be distinct and likable enough. However, if Gaim is the template, then that show is full of psychopaths and traitors, so I'm not sure what appeals to the primary demographic of kids.

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Originally Posted by Mesnick

It seems to me that it is strange to both admire and be outraged by this concept, considering that it was already used before just three years ago:

Gavv's lollipop form looks like how I would imagine Slash's Final Form.

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Originally Posted by FairyKing

Well, there is a long tradition in Kamen Rider of the Riders getting their power from the same source as the villains/monsters, so the writers could emphasize that aspect this season by making the Gochizous dangerous unless they're used carefully, e.g. without a driver. Like I hope it doesn't get too preachy (at least not more than most Rider seasons are about friendship and hope and stuff), but they could have Gavv and any other heroic riders kinda represent enjoying snacks in moderation, while the monsters and villains represent over-indulging, with the overall message that "a little treat is good, but don't eat too much."

Reminds me that Yellowbuster was actually encouraged to eat candy as she would lose power if she forgot to eat them. Of course, Saban Brands were too cowardly to adapt this though. Like, I get that it's bad in excess, but I think adults should take responsibility for their own lifestyle choices, instead of blaming junk food for their poor health. Well, that's just my opinion anyway.

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Originally Posted by Sunred

Yes.
Off topic what are your thoughts on the five forms by the way?

Generally, I like them. The chocolate and chips forms are my favorites so far. But maybe I'm also biased towards those snacks.