[Matrixbeast]

Yeah. Sometimes it seems some groups bite off more than they can chew, trying to sub 4 or 5 series at once, slowing their release schedule to an abysmal rate.

[Dr Kain]

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Originally Posted by Den-O

Well it is still the same group doing it. Hikari Senshi is still doing this, it's just in collaboration with GUIS to help speed up the process. No complaints here though. I'm happy to watch a show I've never seen before, and 7 episodes at a time is perfect for me.

See, when I watch a series, I want to watch it all within a week (unless it is One Piece, as that is impossible). For example, I watched the first 17 episodes of ZyuRanger this past Thursday, I watched 18-29 yesterday, and because I have Monday and Tuesday off, I'm going to finish it then (preferably on Monday).

After that, I might attempt to continue where I left off in Gobuster before I move on to either my Gokaiger Blu-Rays or the Jetman fansubs.

[Matrixbeast]

Okie Dokie lokie. Decided to just watch Kaku as it's released rather than wait for a full series batch.

So, episode 1 thoughts. It was interesting. While I enjoyed it, I must say, I don't get the framing device of the man at the table. It's rather odd. I was thinking he'd be an episode opener and closer, then he popped up in the middle. Didn't see that coming.

I love the very comic book esque feel the action scenes have, with the sound effects popping on screen.
Also, I died laughing during the "Brush your teeth!" line. I have no clue why, but I found it hysterical

That said, I thought I hated the foot soldiers. Then the ending MV happened.

So yeah, Kakuranger. I was right. I knew I'd like it. The pilot could be better, but considering I hate pilots (Geki's included), it's off to a decent start.

[Switchblade]

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Originally Posted by Matrixbeast

Okie Dokie lokie. Decided to just watch Kaku as it's released rather than wait for a full series batch.

So, episode 1 thoughts. It was interesting. While I enjoyed it, I must say, I don't get the framing device of the man at the table. It's rather odd. I was thinking he'd be an episode opener and closer, then he popped up in the middle. Didn't see that coming.

As I understand they drop him by the midway point of the series. Not entirely sure when.

[Matrixbeast]

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Originally Posted by Switchblade

As I understand they drop him by the midway point of the series. Not entirely sure when.

That's nice. What's mildly amusing now could easily slip into the realm of obtrusive and annoying.

[Den-O]

I also caught the first episode of Kakuranger last night. It was pretty good after all. Nothing crazy memorable to me yet but I did enjoy it.

[Dr Kain]

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Originally Posted by Matrixbeast

So, episode 1 thoughts. It was interesting. While I enjoyed it, I must say, I don't get the framing device of the man at the table. It's rather odd. I was thinking he'd be an episode opener and closer, then he popped up in the middle. Didn't see that coming.

The narrator is actually a child story teller from my understanding, and they wanted to do something a bit different with KakuRanger. Essentially, Zyu, Dai, and Kaku were all experiments Toei was trying something new with since their head writer had just retired with Fiveman, so they each did something different. Plus, they started the show out on a lighter foot due to how serious DaiRanger had been.

KakuRanger is broken into essentially two acts. The first act is a more comedic approach, light hearted, with the story teller giving the stories about the Yokai and narrating the show. The second act occurs around episode 24 when the **** hits the fan and the narrator is knocked out of the show and the series takes a more serious approach for the remainder of its episodes. Sure, it still has its goofball moments, especially when it deals with Blue and Yellow, but the themes are on a darker side of the spectrum.

KakuRanger is my second favorite Sentai series of all time, and I do look forward to watching it subbed when it is fully completed.

[Matrixbeast]

Ah. Alright then. I'm rather curious now as to how dark it'll get.
Can't wait for more of the series to be subbed.

[Blade Raider]

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Originally Posted by Den-O

I also caught the first episode of Kakuranger last night. It was pretty good after all. Nothing crazy memorable to me yet but I did enjoy it.

Get to episode 3. The title says it all: American Ninja.

Also, I've seen the Xmas episode (45, I think). The framing device is gone by then at the very least. I don't like that guy either, so just knowing it goes away is helpful.

PS I need to rewatch the first 4 episodes as they've changed the translation rules for the current subs.

[Megabattimus]

Honestly, I love the narrator. He's just so damn insane that I can't help but like him.

Plus, he fits in with the overall cheesiness that the show has at the moment. Be certain to shave daily. And always brush your teeth.