Tag: Riku Asakura

[Official Images] Ultraman Z DX Zett Riser -Memorial Edition-

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

With the Ultraman Z finale looming upon us, Bandai has announced they will release a DX Zett Riser -Memorial Edition-! For those unaware, the -Memorial Edition- releases are special updated versions of the deluxe toys for main transformation device. The updates normally include audio clips from show and its cast, as well as limited edition items or accessories. Also, these releases are more commonly produced for Toei tokusatsu series like Kamen Rider and Super Sentai.   Now, the DX Zett Riser -Memorial Edition- is officially the first release for the…

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Tsuburaya Productions to Simulcast Ultraman Z via YouTube

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Tsuburaya Productions announced that they will be simulcasting Ultraman Z with English subtitles via their official YouTube channel. Now, episodes of the upcoming series will be made available each Friday at 8:30 pm EST, following their broadcast in Japan. However, episodes will only be made available for two weeks, so fans need to watch them fast. Nevertheless, Ultraman Z’s (Zett) premiere episode is scheduled to premiere this Friday, June 19. Whereas, the Japanese audience will be able to view the series on TV Tokyo each Saturday at 9:00 am…

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Ultraman Z “Special Movie” Series Trailer

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Recently, Tsuburaya Productions released the series trailer for the upcoming and next installment in the Ultra Series, Ultraman Z. For those unaware, Ultraman Z is the 32nd entry within the Ultra Series, and is the first series post the New Generation Hero saga. Also, the series is part of the Ultraman Zero 10th anniversary celebration, as well as the second series air during the Reiwa Era. Now, like most ‘Special Movie’ trailers, this video is an introduction to the plot, cast/ characters, Ultraman Zett’s transformation items, and Ultraman Zett’s forms.…

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Ultraman Z Promotional Video & Details: Forms, Transformation Gimmick & Theme Songs

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Tsuburaya Productions released new information regarding their upcoming series, Ultraman Z. The new information consists of Ultraman Z’s forms, transformation items, and additional cast/ staff. Interestingly enough, this press release from Tsuburaya also reveals the series will feature a major guest star, Riku Asakura/ Ultraman Geed (with Tatsuomi Hamada returning)! However, we are getting ahead of ourselves, so let us start with our star and titular Ultra, Ultraman Z.   As previously reported, Ultraman Z will link himself to the human, Haruki Natsukawa (portrayed by Hirano Kohshu). In the…

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[Official Images] S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Geed Ultimate Final

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Premium Bandai recently announced the upcoming release for S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Geed Ultimate Final. The figure is based on Ultraman Geed’s ultimate form that made its debut in Ultraman Geed the Movie: Connect the Wishes! In the film, Ultraman Geed obtains the Giga Finalizer, the counterpart to Giga Battle Nizer, which allows him to assume this form. Since its debut, the form has appeared on other occasions with the most recent being in the upcoming film, Ultraman Taiga the Movie. Below is the official gallery from Premium Bandai: The figure will…

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Ultraman Geed Episode 25 – The Symbol of Geed Review

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

The final episode of Ultraman Geed is finally here! Will Riku finally defeat his father Ultraman Belial? Will this be Ultraman Belial final appearance? Also, will this be my last Geed review, or editorial? Find out in the review below!   Summary: Ultraman Geed and Belial’s fight begins, and Riku immediately transforms into Royal Mega Master. Riku does not even seem to equal Ultraman Belial Atrocious whereas, Laiha is overpowering a dying Kei. Belial knows Riku out of the form, and Zero rushes in to inject Belial with the enzyme…

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Ultraman Geed Episode 23 – The Sturm’s Light Review

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

We are now down to the finale three episodes, and this time around Kei Fukuide prepares to launch his final attack! Riku is summoned to Okinawa to duel Kei, however he is unaware why it the location for their battle. Yet, Riku friends who in pursuit of him, slowly piece together this is a trap that he may not return from…   Summary: Laiha notices a letter from Riku explaining that he has left to battle Kei Fukuide. Furious at Riku’s decision, Laiha calls everyone to assist in locating where…

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Review: Ultraman Geed DX Ultra Capsule Magnificent Set

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Here we go again, as we look at the next item I purchased in the Ultraman Geed toyline. This review is on the DX Ultra Capsule Magnificent Set! Now, the Magnificent Set is the second in the series. It contains two Ultra Capsules, and two Kaiju Capsules (actual kaiju may vary). However, similar to the Acro Smasher set this one has both a Belial Fusion Beast, and a Geed Ultra Rise. The Belial Fusion Beast is Pedanium Zetton, which uses Zetton (Ultraman) and King Joe (Ultraseven). Whereas, Ultraman Geed Magnificent…

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Ultraman Geed Episode 16 – The First Day of the End of the World Review

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

In latest episode of Ultraman Geed, Belial will make his epic return! Belial will strike down upon the Earth, overpowering both Ultraman Zero and Geed. However, before that can happen we have to learn why Laiha has contracted a Little Star! Is it the one she lost years ago, or is it a brand new one?! Find out below…   Summary: Ultraman Belial frees himself from his sealed off hideout, and sets forth towards Earth. Meanwhile Laiha discovers she has contracted a Little Star, which warns her of Belial’s arrival.…

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Ultraman Geed Episode 13 – Restore Memories Review

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

We are still at the midway point for Ultraman Geed, but we are now on the clip-show episode! In recent years, series either focus on single episode to compile the first half, rather than being a last minute catch-up. However, if one saw Ultraman X, he or she was met with three to four clip-shows, after every seven episodes. Never the less, they were not the great… Yet, this one here may have ended the curse of the terrible clip-shows!   Summary: REM explains the Crisis Impact, as Riku and…

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