Kamen Rider Zeztz

Sh Ranger · 06-17-2025, 07:47 AM

I mentioned before that the pattern of Takahashi (assuming that's who PortalTron is referring to) every 3 years should stop, but if it's really going to be him again this year, then my only hope is that they add secondary writers like in Zero One. Producer Minato did Gotchard and that had a lot of writers, so hopefully him being involved might, just might, keep Zeztz from falling in to the burnout trap of previous Takahashi shows and the bad pacing trap of Ohmori shows.

henshinzero · 06-17-2025, 08:18 AM

I?m worried how the writings of the new season will work out.

PortalTron · 06-17-2025, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Sh Ranger

I mentioned before that the pattern of Takahashi (assuming that's who PortalTron is referring to) every 3 years should stop, but if it's really going to be him again this year, then my only hope is that they add secondary writers like in Zero One. Producer Minato did Gotchard and that had a lot of writers, so hopefully him being involved might, just might, keep Zeztz from falling in to the burnout trap of previous Takahashi shows and the bad pacing trap of Ohmori shows.

Yep, you're right. I think my mind auto-corrected as I was typing his name despite looking AT his name while writing it down.

Also, some more news, I think:

Zeztz is organic looking, in a similar style to Hibiki or S.I.C. designs.

Secondary is mechanical looking.

Supposedly this may be a rough sketch of the design of Zeztz body:

Granted, this may be one long Telephone game, as the "leaks" at the start have been pretty different to now. Although given that Zeztz' design will most likely be officially revealed soon, so these are most likely more accurate.

EDIT: Another piece of info is that Zeztz' gimmick items (and Driver) look to be very cheap in price. Moreso than previous years.

GoldenXtreme · 06-17-2025, 08:33 AM

I seriously hope the Takahashi rumor isn't true...

Mesnick · 06-17-2025, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by GoldenXtreme

I seriously hope the Takahashi rumor isn't true...

I have a feeling that after Takahashi made two shows with an optimistic goofball protagonist and one with a cold-blooded imba, Toei decided that to restore balance they needed another show from him with a cold-blooded imba.

PortalTron · 06-17-2025, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by GoldenXtreme

I seriously hope the Takahashi rumor isn't true...

Frankly, same. I have been seeing ideas floating around that Yuya would be picked because of his consistent popularity, but if that were the case, I am surprised that neither Gen Urobuchi nor Shogo Muto have been picked to come back as a writer considering both of their shows were massively popular.

Given that there are some additional rumors of a possible spy theme (like, dream infiltration like Inception), Shogo Muto would be a cool pick considering the earlier Build episodes had some similar concepts.

Frontier · 06-17-2025, 09:53 AM

Yeah, count me in as someone who doesn't need another Takahashi season so soon, and I say this as someone who has enjoyed every Rider show of his that I've watched.

I don't need another season where they phase out Kaijin just so we can get more Rider vs Rider.

Though kind of surprised this seems like such a throwback from the design of Zeztz to the bike design. Makes me wonder if the villains are going to be some kind of riff on Shocker or the villain Riders will basically be like Shocker Riders.

Sh Ranger · 06-17-2025, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by PortalTron

Supposedly this may be a rough sketch of the design of Zeztz body:

So not only is the Driver positioned diagonally across the torso as rumored, but from this sketch it looks like Zeztz doesn't even have a belt. Reminds me of Gekiranger.

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Originally Posted by PortalTron

Frankly, same. I have been seeing ideas floating around that Yuya would be picked because of his consistent popularity, but if that were the case, I am surprised that neither Gen Urobuchi nor Shogo Muto have been picked to come back as a writer considering both of their shows were massively popular.

Given that there are some additional rumors of a possible spy theme (like, dream infiltration like Inception), Shogo Muto would be a cool pick considering the earlier Build episodes had some similar concepts.

Sunred would know more about this than me, but I heard that Muto and Urobuchi are both big names outside of Tokusatsu, so I guess their schedules are pretty busy. Takahashi, on the other hand, seems like he has nothing else to do but write Kamen Rider, which isn't an insult but rather an observation.

Honestly, I'd love to see Muto write another Rider show. Build was one of the GOATs.

Mesnick · 06-17-2025, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Sh Ranger

Takahashi, on the other hand, seems like he has nothing else to do but write Kamen Rider, which isn't an insult but rather an observation.

I think Toei should put him on Sentai and see what happens.

Sunred · 06-17-2025, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Sh Ranger

So not only is the Driver positioned diagonally across the torso as rumored, but from this sketch it looks like Zeztz doesn't even have a belt. Reminds me of Gekiranger.

I'm really looking forward to the supposed henshin sling bag. I even wonder if the strap will be an adjustable nylon strap and not that plastic belt strap thing, because ergonomics and so people of all sizes could wear it around. Because no way that plastic strap thing is comfortable around the torso. It could be done, I don't doubt that, but likely uncomfortable.

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Originally Posted by Sh Ranger

Sunred would know more about this than me, but I heard that Muto and Urobuchi are both big names outside of Tokusatsu, so I guess their schedules are pretty busy. Takahashi, on the other hand, seems like he has nothing else to do but write Kamen Rider, which isn't an insult but rather an observation.

Yeah, Urobuchi hit it big mainstream-wise with Madoka and Fate/Zero before Gaim iirc, and after Gaim he was invested in the Thunderbolt Fantasy series, which he does in collaboration with a puppet theater production in Taiwan, real intricate stuff. Personally, it feels like what GARO is to Keita Amemiya.
Muto is probably busy as we speak writing the Samurai Troopers/Ronin Warriors sequel that's expected to start airing in Japan next January. And yes, Muto already had a hit show pre-Build with the Densha Otoko tv drama during the 2000s.
As for Takahashi, looks like he's done anime stuff as well, notably the recent Lupin the Third shows and movies.

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Originally Posted by Mesnick

I think Toei should put him on Sentai and see what happens.

*Looks at Kiriya from Ex-Aid* ...RUN!

06-17-2025, 07:47 AM	#121
Sh Ranger Standing By Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: USA Posts: 2,606	I mentioned before that the pattern of Takahashi (assuming that's who PortalTron is referring to) every 3 years should stop, but if it's really going to be him again this year, then my only hope is that they add secondary writers like in Zero One. Producer Minato did Gotchard and that had a lot of writers, so hopefully him being involved might, just might, keep Zeztz from falling in to the burnout trap of previous Takahashi shows and the bad pacing trap of Ohmori shows. __________________ 心と刃

06-17-2025, 08:29 AM	#123
PortalTron Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Posts: 241	Quote: Originally Posted by Sh Ranger I mentioned before that the pattern of Takahashi (assuming that's who PortalTron is referring to) every 3 years should stop, but if it's really going to be him again this year, then my only hope is that they add secondary writers like in Zero One. Producer Minato did Gotchard and that had a lot of writers, so hopefully him being involved might, just might, keep Zeztz from falling in to the burnout trap of previous Takahashi shows and the bad pacing trap of Ohmori shows. Yep, you're right. I think my mind auto-corrected as I was typing his name despite looking AT his name while writing it down. Also, some more news, I think: Zeztz is organic looking, in a similar style to Hibiki or S.I.C. designs. Secondary is mechanical looking. Supposedly this may be a rough sketch of the design of Zeztz body: Granted, this may be one long Telephone game, as the "leaks" at the start have been pretty different to now. Although given that Zeztz' design will most likely be officially revealed soon, so these are most likely more accurate. EDIT: Another piece of info is that Zeztz' gimmick items (and Driver) look to be very cheap in price. Moreso than previous years. Last edited by PortalTron; 06-17-2025 at 08:37 AM..

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06-17-2025, 10:41 AM	#128
Sh Ranger Standing By Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: USA Posts: 2,606	Quote: Originally Posted by PortalTron Supposedly this may be a rough sketch of the design of Zeztz body: So not only is the Driver positioned diagonally across the torso as rumored, but from this sketch it looks like Zeztz doesn't even have a belt. Reminds me of Gekiranger. Quote: Originally Posted by PortalTron Frankly, same. I have been seeing ideas floating around that Yuya would be picked because of his consistent popularity, but if that were the case, I am surprised that neither Gen Urobuchi nor Shogo Muto have been picked to come back as a writer considering both of their shows were massively popular. Given that there are some additional rumors of a possible spy theme (like, dream infiltration like Inception), Shogo Muto would be a cool pick considering the earlier Build episodes had some similar concepts. Sunred would know more about this than me, but I heard that Muto and Urobuchi are both big names outside of Tokusatsu, so I guess their schedules are pretty busy. Takahashi, on the other hand, seems like he has nothing else to do but write Kamen Rider, which isn't an insult but rather an observation. Honestly, I'd love to see Muto write another Rider show. Build was one of the GOATs. __________________ 心と刃

06-17-2025, 12:04 PM	#130
Sunred Ex-Weather Three leader Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 11,662	Quote: Originally Posted by Sh Ranger So not only is the Driver positioned diagonally across the torso as rumored, but from this sketch it looks like Zeztz doesn't even have a belt. Reminds me of Gekiranger. I'm really looking forward to the supposed henshin sling bag. I even wonder if the strap will be an adjustable nylon strap and not that plastic belt strap thing, because ergonomics and so people of all sizes could wear it around. Because no way that plastic strap thing is comfortable around the torso. It could be done, I don't doubt that, but likely uncomfortable. Quote: Originally Posted by Sh Ranger Sunred would know more about this than me, but I heard that Muto and Urobuchi are both big names outside of Tokusatsu, so I guess their schedules are pretty busy. Takahashi, on the other hand, seems like he has nothing else to do but write Kamen Rider, which isn't an insult but rather an observation. Yeah, Urobuchi hit it big mainstream-wise with Madoka and Fate/Zero before Gaim iirc, and after Gaim he was invested in the Thunderbolt Fantasy series, which he does in collaboration with a puppet theater production in Taiwan, real intricate stuff. Personally, it feels like what GARO is to Keita Amemiya. Muto is probably busy as we speak writing the Samurai Troopers/Ronin Warriors sequel that's expected to start airing in Japan next January. And yes, Muto already had a hit show pre-Build with the Densha Otoko tv drama during the 2000s. As for Takahashi, looks like he's done anime stuff as well, notably the recent Lupin the Third shows and movies. Quote: Originally Posted by Mesnick I think Toei should put him on Sentai and see what happens. Looks at Kiriya from Ex-Aid ...RUN! __________________ Last edited by Sunred; 06-17-2025 at 12:16 PM..