Ultraman Orb Episode 13 – Clean Up of the Heart Review

Now, we come to one of the most feared thing within any series… A CLIP SHOW! Yes today’s review is on a clip show unfortunately, yet unlike previous clip shows from X, Ginga or Ginga S it actually treats itself as an episode within the series, and not some weird fourth wall acknowledging the audience type. Luckily enough since it attempted to be an actual episode within the season, it does have aspects to enjoy as well as answers one question pertaining to the Planetary Invasion Syndicate, and maybe hints…

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Ultraman Orb Episode 11 – Trouble! Mama’s Here! Review

Well it seems like this episode is going to be our last, as Maga Orochi has been revived! How will Orb be able to withstand its onslaught, and become victorious? Also why has Naomi’s mother finally decided to physically appear in the show; could it be she is tired of her daughter’s antics or that she found Naomi a proper suitor?! Find out in the summary and review below… Summary: An awkward session at the bathhouse leads to Gai becoming Naomi’s boyfriend, only to assist her with the issue of her…

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Ultraman Orb Episode 9 – The Imposter Blues Review

Coming in pretty late with the review of the most recent episode of Ultraman Orb, cannot be helped though real life issues can easily get in the way. Now, if one is like I am and needs a pick-me up then maybe this episode is one is looking for; if it is not then go order a damn pizza or something… Summary: The Planetary Invasion Syndicate plans to crush earth’s trust in Orb using Alien Babalu’s transformation ability to appear as Orb and destroy Japan. Meanwhile S.S.P. eats out at…

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Ultraman Orb Episode 8 – The Urban Merman Review

Sorry for the delay with this review, but my attendance at Northeast Wrestling’s “Wrestling Under the Stars V” and coverage of the event have set me way back in my personal schedule. However, as one can see I did manage to complete this review before Episode 9 is eventually added to Crunchyroll. Now to properly start off, the previous episode of Ultraman Orb was really damn good! Hopefully this episode, episode 8, will be just as good as its predecessor, or be close to it. Summary: A fish shop owner…

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Ultraman Orb Episode 4 – Beware of Fire in the Midsummer Sky Review

Last week Ultraman Orb gained the Ultraman Jack Card, bringing him one step closer to unlocking a new form. This week Orb attempts to complete the pairing, when he also has to battle a mighty heat wave that is plaguing Japan. What could be the cause of this heat wave? Probably another Demon Beast King, because that’s the answer to most problems typically in Ultraman or other Tokusatsu programs, the monster of the week! Summary: Japan is in the middle of a huge heat wave, Shin and Jetta visit Naomi…

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Ultraman Orb Episode 2 – The King Demon Beast of Earth Review

Last week was only the beginning for Tsuburaya Productions’ newest installment to the Ultra series, Ultraman Orb. Now, this week continues on the show as it has immediately picked up a lot of steam. From this week’s episode alone the series has fans considering it to be greater than previous series; Ultraman X, Ultraman Ginga, and Ginga S. So let’s check out this review, and hopefully see how Orb has become a vast improvement over its most recent predecessors! Summary: S.S.P. discovers that even with the arrival of Ultraman Orb,…

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Ultraman Orb Episode 1 – The Sunset Wanderer Review

Just this past Friday, July 8, 2016, Crunchyroll began to simulcast Tsuburaya Productions newest installment and commemoration to the 50th Anniversary in the Ultra franchise, Ultraman Orb. The series stars Kamen Rider Den-O’s Hideo Ishiguro (Kai) as Gai Kurenai/ Ultraman Orb, who is out to defeat the Demon King Beasts and stop his archenemy Jugglus Juggler played by Takaya Aoyagi. However unlike previous Ultras, Ultraman Orb uses the past Ultras’ powers combining them through Ultra Cards to obtain new forms. Summary: The episode opens up with either a flashback, or…

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Crunchyroll Announces Simulcast for Ultraman Orb

Today, Crunchyroll announced that they will simulcasting the newest addition to the Ultra franchise, Ultraman Orb! Ultraman Orb is the successor to last year’s Ultraman X, and celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Ultra series. The series stars Kamen Rider Den-O’s, Hideo Ishiguro (Kai) as Gai Kurenai/ Ultraman Orb, with theme songs performed by Ichiro Mizuki, Voyager and the cast of the show. The newest Ultraman, Ultraman Orb will derive his powers from previous Ultras, fuse two to gain new forms and borrowing different abilities from the two used. At…

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Tsuburaya Uploads Special Promotional Episode & First Episode Trailer for Ultraman Orb

Tsuburaya Prod.’s Official YouTube Channel recently uploaded several promotional videos to hype up the premiere of Ultraman Orb. Amongst the videos was a special promotional episode which stood out from the others, featuring a narrative of the series to introduce the cast/plot through a compilation of the first few episodes, and additional footage from previous series/movies showcasing the powers of the six Ultras that Orb uses for his forms; those forms being Space Zeperion (Ultraman & Ultraman Tiga), Burnmite (Taro & Mebius), and Hurricane Slash (Jack & Zero). The only…

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Tokyo Toy Show 2016: Ultraman Orb Special Event

The official Youtube Channel for Tsuburaya Productions has recently listed three videos based on their event held at the Tokyo Toy Show 2016. The event featured coverage on the Ultraman Booth at Bandai, a press conference featuring the cast of the series of Ultraman Orb and a Stage Show! The first video is simply a teaser for the event featuring Ultraman Orb’s theme song, “Orb no Inori” (Orb’s Prayer) performed by Ichiro Mizuki with Voyager. The second and third videos are of the actual event, which is presented in its…

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