[Dr Kain]

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Originally Posted by Starblast

the fuzzy things actually do serve somewhat of a purpose. but to elaborate would be a massive spoiler. although...if you've watched PR Samurai then you probably know I guess. it's of course executed better though in Shinkenger so you may appreciate it more. But I know what you mean...they come across as sesame street like things which can take you out of the experience a bit given the tone of the show. Shinkenger Returns and Shinkenger VS. Go-Onger IMO are the best of the series. you could probably almost watch them now. there is nothing plot-wise that I think would be a spoiler as they are self-contained...except for the mecha but if you watched PR samurai or kept up in the news of that then you know what all that is. so it wouldn't be spoiler really, but if you are the type to watch things in order I certain respect that too.

I don't remember the Kodomas serving any purpose, but that is why I am rewatching the show.

I hated the Shinken vs Go-On movie. I felt there was no chemistry between the two casts at all. Never heard of Shinkenger Returns though. What is that about?

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Have you seen Boukenger or Go-Onger? Those are my favs.

I've seen every series from Bioman on. I enjoyed Boukenger but don't care for Go-Onger.

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Originally Posted by Locke

I love Shinkenger, my only problem is you coulda probably told the whole show in about 12 episodes, the middle section of that show is like walking around in a desert with no water. The occasional moments where Juuzo appear in that the middle slog are highlights but after the initial excitement of my first few watches of the show wore off I've never been able to finish Shinkenger again, getting to the middle and just getting bored and fed up. It doesn't help that Genta is quite possibly my least favourite sixth of all time and his appearance I think is supposed to be the jolt of life for the middle but it doesn't work.

Yeah, that is what I remember. IF I recall, Dayuu is the only villain to receive any sort of development, Juuzo is the best thing about the show, Genta is the worst sixth (and one of the worst characters) ever, and the 20s through the 30s are pretty much just a mech cluster**** party.

But we'll see. I've been enjoying the show a lot more this time around.

[ZeoRangerV]

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Originally Posted by Dr Kain

I hated the Shinken vs Go-On movie. I felt there was no chemistry between the two casts at all. Never heard of Shinkenger Returns though. What is that about?

Its a mostly comedic direct-to-DVD story where an Ayakashi sends them into various different dimensions (based on film genres). Its not that great to be honest.

[Locke]

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Originally Posted by Dr Kain

Yeah, that is what I remember. IF I recall, Dayuu is the only villain to receive any sort of development, Juuzo is the best thing about the show, Genta is the worst sixth (and one of the worst characters) ever, and the 20s through the 30s are pretty much just a mech cluster**** party.

But we'll see. I've been enjoying the show a lot more this time around.

Yeah Dayuu and Juuzo are interconnected so they both sorta develop each other, the other villains may as well have not been there for how little their contribution to the series ends up being. Juuzo is one of my favourite villains, period, I wish more Sentai would feature characters like him.

But yeah on the opposite end I despised Genta, his acting sucked, he wasn't funny and it isn't like a comedy character was needed since the whole cast had their serious and goofy sides that the show balanced very well. If anything all Genta did was throw off the teams balance with his shitty 'oh yeah btw Takeru had a friend once k bye' backstory.

By the late twenties, if I remember, is where the mech gets so bulky it pretty much stands still for whole fights because it can't move.

[algo448]

Watched 8 and 9 of Go-busters, Go-BusterOh is kinda boring , but the show has been smart enough to keep using the individual buster machines.

8 had the classic "childhood friend who followed his dream" story but I think it was done well, specially at the end when Enter actually won.

9 was cool too I like Usada and Youko so no surprises there, and it was fun to see them actually doing Spec Ops missions different from beating the monster of the week.

[Dr Kain]

Watched episodes 17-26 of Shinkenger today. Genta still annoys me to no end, the mechs continue to suck, but Juuzo and Dayuu have been nothing but awesome in every scene they are in. NEvertheless, I have enjoyed these episodes a lot more than I did when they first aired.

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Crammed through 27-38 today and these were a little tough to sit through. As everyone before it, the show is quite enjoyable, but these episodes were just average in the long run. In fact, it seems like the show starts to drag once Akumaro is introduced, as nothing is happening at all with the villains from that point. Sure, he collected Juuzo and Dayuu, but outside of one battle, they haven't done much of anything. I do like the concept of the bull Origami, but the execution leaves a little bit to be desired. Why are these mecha called Origamis? Genta remains to be one of my least favorite rangers of all time, as he is on Shunpei (Wizard) levels annoying, but at least he can hold in own in a fight. Lastly, I really do not understand the point of the dinosaur Hiden disc. That was just stupid and random. Anyway, with that said, I will probably finish the show on Monday.

[KyoryuGreen]

Watched GaoRanger Episode 8. GaoWhite was really annoying this episode, with Red losing his memory and not knowing his whole story. Could've been better for a focus episode for her. Anyways I am excited for the GaoYellow focus episode next. Also the end was really funny and I enjoyed GaoRed wielding the Purifying Beast Blade instead of just finishing off the enemy.

[Starscream Gaga]

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Originally Posted by Dr Kain

Lastly, I really do not understand the point of the dinosaur Hiden disc. That was just stupid and random.

Have you seen the Fateful War "movie"? That is where they get the Kyoryu Disc and it explains its origins.

But the real point was to sell toys of a new sword, mecha and Hyper Shinken Red (my favourite of the ShinkenReds).

[Dr Kain]

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Originally Posted by Starscream Gaga

Have you seen the Fateful War "movie"? That is where they get the Kyoryu Disc and it explains its origins.

But the real point was to sell toys of a new sword, mecha and Hyper Shinken Red (my favourite of the ShinkenReds).

No, I haven't. I forgot all about redownloading it earlier this year when my g/f wiped out my entire external HD.

But that doesn't answer why a dinosaur disc. That does not fit in with the mythology around the show at all.

[Starscream Gaga]

If I recall correctly, the Kyoryu Disc only became the "Kyoryu Disc" when Takeru used it, before that it was just known as the "Founder's Disc" or "Secret Disc". I wouldn't say it's too big a stretch to assume Takeru just named it the "Kyoryumaru" due to its appearance, which also resembles a far more explainable dragon.

I know its sort of fanon, but it makes more sense then them knowing what a dinosaur is centuries before they should.

Real reason: Kids love them dinosaurs.

[Dr Kain]

Well I redownloaded all of the Shinken movies, so I'll watch those after I finish the series.

I had the chance to watch three more episodes today, so I watched 39-41 and now we are back into a plot after an excruciating long 12 episodes of nothingness. Not to mention Doukoku finally does something other than sit, whine, and get drunk. That is amazing. Not to happy that I am up to the mecha Clusterfuck-Oh portion though, because my guy that mecha absolutely sucks!! Who the hell at Toei thought that was a great idea? Did they even ask the suit actor what they thought of that 200 suit pile up?

Anyway, I'll be finishing the series on Monday.