Kamen Rider Ghost (2015)

I was really excited when it started last year and when he appeared in Drive that just made me even more excited. Now it was a bit difficult at first because well I loved the hell out of Drive. But Ghost aired and I loved it from the first episode, I swear I watched the first episode like 3 times wanting more. Now it’s been a difficult year because this was a very polarizing series so that meant I had to struggle with defending the magnificence of Ghost while people hated on it. It’s been a long road but I’ve learned that hate isn’t the answer and that positivity needs to be spread around and people just need to promote what they love instead of bashing what they hate. Now back on track to this series. Honestly this is one of my favorite series ever and I think one of the best series ever. Along with Takeru being one of the best Kamen Riders ever too. I completely loved Takeru’s development from going to someone who was a bit weak not sure how to handle things to becoming this strong, gentle person, who believed in everyone. He managed to change so many lives and believed in how important life is which someone who has had depression issues and suicidal thoughts really helped because I truly love life. I connected deeply with this series and Takeru that’s why I love them so much. Takeru was also a badass and I loved all his forms. He also had some great fight scenes too. Makoto was also fantastic, I think the story really picked up when he got introduced and he helped the show pick up steam. He had a lot of amazing moments and was an amazing secondary rider. Alain was badass and had some of the best moments ever. Especially the kicking ass while eating Takoyaki scene which was one of the best Kamen Rider moments ever. Also I enjoyed his training scene and just overall his story arc of finding his emotions and heart. I really loved all the characters in this series and have said multiple times before in the other posts about Onari being great with comedy and compassion, Akari’s determination, Edith’s comedy and insight, Yurusen being fun, Cubi’s fantastic, Kanon’s sweet, Adel and the Ganmaizers being some of the best villains and everyone else too. Also this show had some of the best fight scenes ever, these guys were absolute beasts in battle. Also I loved the music during the series and it was used so well. This was a more hopeful season with a positive message and learning so much about connecting with others. There were a lot of things that people seemed to look past and I don’t know why. I will miss you Ghost, you were truly magnificent and I don’t care what anyone else thinks. Welcome to the top tier my friend.

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Worst KR series I've seen to date

This show started off with an intriguing premise and suits that felt very sleek and stylish. The plot is good for the first 15-20 episodes but when you hit episode 25, the plot completely stalls and goes nowhere until the end of the show, more or less.

Barring Onari, most of the cast is just forgettable; and Takeru becomes just plain annoying. Wizard had story problems as well but at least it's cast was likable.

The action and stunt work is still as good as it's ever been and that's the only real compliment I can give to this show. I don't recommend this show for anyone other than hardcore KR fans and, even then, it's likely to not be enjoyable.

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