[Mesnick]

Honestly, I wanted to save these thoughts for later, but since the discussion has gotten so heated, I'll share them now. I think a reference to Takahashi's previous work is indispensable here, especially since the franchise has significantly changed its approach since then. So, if Gotchard is the "anti-Geats" of Kamen Rider in general, then Zeztz is the "anti-Geats" of Takahashi personally. And, as with the schoolboy alchemist, unfortunately, this show goes to the other extreme. The plot of Zeztz in this series is very simple and concise, everything is tightly connected, and the unexpected twists are predictable. There aren't a ton of opposing sides here, nor conflicts between allies, like in Takahashi's previous works. And with such a lean main plot, his typical approach to Mot2W stories as a B-plot doesn't always work for everyone. Simply because it creates a feeling of emptiness and the presence of two B-plots without an A-plot. The approach of other shows (the closest example is its direct predecessor, Gavv, but it can be traced back to Den-O and even Showa) is more appropriate here. Where the main plot plays a secondary role and is even paused, Mot2W really shines.
But at the same time, for me personally, this is a small problem. The characters in the show are likable, the dream visuals are charming and sometimes frightening, and the plot, though simple, is still interesting. While it's too early to draw any conclusions, at this point, Zeztz seems like a show I could quite happily spend a year watching. However, it's not exactly a favorite just yet.