Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger

[JRock]

I heard that was an April Fool's joke.

Y'know how in the Dekaranger episode the Gokaiger, when changed into the Dekaranger replicas, fought a bit, well, Wire-Fuey?

Good reason for that. Koichi Sakamoto directed that episode. He's also directing some of the fights in the show (And the reason why you easily saw DragonRanger and TyranoRanger in the epic fight). You will see Power Ranger influences throughout the series and the toys.

Sorry Super Sentai purists.

[areaseven]

I heard that was an April Fool's joke.

Y'know how in the Dekaranger episode the Gokaiger, when changed into the Dekaranger replicas, fought a bit, well, Wire-Fuey?

Good reason for that. Koichi Sakamoto directed that episode. He's also directing some of the fights in the show (And the reason why you easily saw DragonRanger and TyranoRanger in the epic fight). You will see Power Ranger influences throughout the series and the toys.

Sorry Super Sentai purists.

Well, wire-fu has been used in various Super Sentai shows long before Power Rangers. Just watch the opening sequence of Kagaku Sentai Dynaman (1983). Also, most the original Dekaranger fight scenes were very wire-fuey to begin with. Look how Ban/Deka Red does his downward shootout in episode 1.

Sakamoto has been doing Gokaiger stunt coordination more frequently because he no longer works for the Power Rangers production crew. The most obvious Power Ranger reference was in episode 5, where Luka-chan as Go-on Yellow used her spinning wheel cuff on a Gormin. That weapon was only used in PR RPM, not in Go-Onger.

[areaseven]

On this week's episode of Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 8: "Little Spy Tactics" (スパイ小作戦)

Legends of the Week: None

Villain of the Week: Action Commander Sneak Brothers

Gokai Color of the Week: None

Past Sentai of the Week: Denshi Sentai Denziman (too old for Power Rangers fans to know), Dai Sentai Goggle V (another old one the Power Rangers fans wouldn't know) and Hyakujuu Sentai Gaoranger (Power Rangers Wild Force)

As Walz Gil grows more frustrated by the Gokaigers, Damaras and Insarn secretly assign the Sneak Brothers to spy on the pirates. Meanwhile, as the Gokaigers are having lunch, Navi is nowhere to be seen.

Well, this episode was mostly just a filler, but it's still a load of laughs. And the Gokai Bat needs to be used more often.

Also, the Gokaigers once again go retro with the electro punches of Denziman and the rhythmic gymnastics of Goggle V.

Easter Eggs

1. Before the Gokaigers finish off the Sneak Brothers, Gokai Red says, "Stop the Battle." This is in reference to the ending theme of the 1982 series Dai Sentai Goggle-V.

Next week on Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 9: "The Lion, Runs" (獅子、走る)

The Gokaigers bump into Gao Red on their search for an island in the sky.

Edited July 4, 2011 by areaseven

[areaseven]

Here's a photo montage of the 34 past Super Sentai, as "cosplayed" by the Gokaigers.

(Photo scan credit: J-Hero.com)

[Scream Man]

Wasnt a big fan of episode 8. It was 2 silly with not enough payoff to go with it, plus Im getting over Doc being "The dumb one" or whatever. he has learnt to be stronger and proved his worth at least twice so far!

Yeah just wasnt feelin this one.

[areaseven]

Gokai Machine #3 - Gaolion - for the DX Gokaioh will be released soon, but it has a very unusual twist. The Power Animal originally from Hyakujuu Sentai Gaoranger will have light and sound effects, but when combined with Gokaioh, it forms Shinken Gokaioh (revealing the five kanji of Samurai Sentai Shinkenger).

[areaseven]

More late-breaking news:

According to JEFusion, Ninpuu Sentai Hurricaneger will follow Hyakujuu Sentai Gaoranger and Samurai Sentai Shinkenger as the next Super Sentai to lend their powers to the Gokaigers. The Hurricanger Gokai Machine will be based on the Fuuraimaru.

Also, some spoilers for the next few episodes:

- For the Shinkenger tribute episode, only Kaoru Shiba (formerly Princess Shinken Red) will be the only guest.

- It will be revealed that Joe learned his swordsmanship from Barizorg, who was known as Sid.

And an update on Gokai Silver:

- Gokai Silver will be played by Jun Ikeda, who has appeared in a few J-Drama shows.

- His mecha will be Gozyuzin, a robotic T-Rex that transforms into a robot and drill battleship. It is clearly an homage to the dinosaur mecha of Kyouryuu Sentai Zyuranger and Bakuryuu Sentai Abaranger, as well as the V-Rex in Mirai Sentai Timeranger.

[areaseven]

Minipla Gokaiger Robo Series: Kaizoku Gattai Gokaioh (海賊合体ゴーカイオー)

Bandai, 2011

Made in Japan

Contents

Box 1: Gokai Galleon

Box 2: Gokai Jet

Box 3: Gokai Trailer

Box 4: Gokai Racer

Box 5: Gokai Marine with Gokai Ho

Ramune-flavored candy in each box

Minipla - It's the Super Sentai Robot counterpart to Gunpla. The kits are fairly cheap and very easy to assemble. Plus, each box comes with a delicious ramune candy pill. The line is also a great alternative for Super Sentai fans who can't afford the big and expensive DX robot toys.

Each box contains 1-2 runners of parts molded in a single color. Gokai Galleon and Gokai Trailer are molded in their correct colors of red and yellow, respectively. The other three Gokai Machines, however, are molded in black. In the case of Gokai Marine, it's not so much of a problem, as it looks better in black than the original white color. But for Gokai Jet and Gokai Racer, you will need to use paint no matter what, as the provided stickers don't do much to give the kit justice.

Speaking of paint, that's exactly what I did with mine. There's still a lot more detailing to do, but I'm impressed with the end result.

When combined, Gokaioh has an over 40 points of articulation, making it as poseable as a HGUC Gundam kit. Weapons consist of the two Gokai Ken swords and the chest-mounted Gokai Ho cannon. Each component has a front-opening compartment; in the case of the arms, each has two. Unlike its larger DX counterpart, this kit does not have the spring-loaded mechanism that's activated by the wheel on the back. Fortunately, each compartment has one or two hardpoints for the upcoming Gokai Machine add-ons such as Magiranger's Magi Dragon and Dekaranger's Pat Striker.

Overall, Gokaioh blows away the Minipla Dekaranger Robo I built over seven years ago. I can't wait to get my DX Gokaioh to do a side-by-side comparison.

Detail: B

Features: B+

Articulation: A-

[areaseven]

On this week's episode of Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 9: "The Lion, Runs" (獅子、走る)

Legend of the Week: Noboru Kaneko as Kakeru Shishi

Villain of the Week: Action Commander Bowser

Gokai Color of the Week: None

Past Sentai of the Week: Hyakujuu Sentai Gaoranger (Power Rangers Wild Force), Kousoku Sentai Turboranger (Power Rangers fans wouldn't know this) and Choujin Sentai Jetman (another one the Power Rangers fans wouldn't know)

The Gokaigers discover the island in the sky, but so do Zangyack Empire, who dispatches Action Commander Bowser to dispose of the pirates. Their battle, however, angers the Gao Lion, which promptly kicks everyone out of the island. During the chaos, Gokai Pink is injured and her wounds are tended to by Kakeru Shishi, a local veterinarian and the former Gao Red.

Finally, after a so-so filler episode, the series picks up with more action than ever. I haven't seen Hyakujuu Sentai Gaoranger, but I was very impressed with the interaction between Kakeru Shishi and the Gokaigers. And after seeing pics of the DX toy, we finally see what Gao Lion is capable of when combined with Gokaioh. In addition, we're also treated to some old-school action with the suits of 1989's Kousoku Sentai Turboranger and 1991's Choujin Sentai Jetman.

Next week on Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 10: "Trump Match" (トランプ勝負)

What is the Zangyack Empire's Green Fleet up to?

Edited June 1, 2011 by areaseven

[areaseven]

Kaizoku Gattai DX Gokaioh (海賊合体 ＤＸゴーカイオー)

Bandai, 2011

Made in Thailand

Contents

Gokai Galleon

Gokai Jet

Gokai Trailer

Gokai Racer

Gokai Marine

Gokaioh hat

Gokai Ken sword (x2)

Gokai Ho cannon

"Kaizoku Gattai!"

"Kansen! Gokaioh!"

For every Super Sentai series, there's a DX (Deluxe) giant robot toy to go with it. This year is no exception, with Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger being represented by the Gokaioh.

Standing at 12" in height, Gokaioh is among the tallest of the stand-alone DX robots. It is a combination of five vehicles: Gokai Galleon (main body), Gokai Jet (right arm), Gokai Trailer (left leg), Gokai Racer (left arm) and Gokai Marine (right leg). In the show, however, the latter four vehicles have only seen individual action once, while Gokai Galleon mainly serves as the Gokaigers' home. Each vehicle boasts excellent detail and a very glossy finish - though Gokai Galleon could use some silver and black highlights on the forward hull. Design-wise, they are spot-on to their TV appearance, but one must wonder how a blue box with small wings can pass for a jet or what a race car and trailer truck have to do with pirates. But that's just simple nitpicking, and Super Sentai robots are never meant to be taken seriously. Each vehicle has a panel that opens like a treasure chest, and the interior is skillfully detailed with panel lines.

Transformation is a complete breeze, as it involves mainly opening and folding parts. The only exception is Gokai Trailer, as it's a parts-former due to its articulation in vehicle mode. Gokaioh's head has a red dome that clearly resembles a bandanna, but the hat really completes the Buccaneer look. In terms of poseability, the toy is at most a statue, with only the arms moving forward and back. Disappointing for people who are into Transformers and Gundam toys, but still an excellent display piece, nevertheless.

For weapons, Gokaioh comes with two Gokai Ken swords that resemble a cross between a cutlass and a scimitar. The toy's main party piece is the giant wheel on the back. Turning it clockwise opens each panel in succession: left arm, right arm, left leg, right leg, chest. Turning the wheel counter-clockwise opens all five panels simultaneously. Inside the chest is the Gokai Ho cannon, which is used for the Gokai Star Burst finishing attack. the chest panel, when opened, somewhat looks like a long plank; it is detachable to give Gokaioh a less-clunky look.

"Let's Go! Gokai Star Burst!"

What separates Gokaioh from other DX robots is its ability to take upgrades. As the series progresses, the Gokaigers encounter a past Ranger, acquiring power-ups on the Ranger Keys that represent that person's Super Sentai team. For the DX Gokaiger, there are Gokai Machine upgrades: Magi Dragon (Magiranger), Pat Striker (Dekaranger), Gao Lion (Gaoranger) and plenty more to come. Each panel of Gokaioh can store a component of the Gokai Machine to use as a special attack. I'll be covering this on my next review, once I get the Pat Striker.

In short, if you want a poseable Gokaioh, get the Minipla kit and some paints. But if you want something to tower over your collection on your shelf, the DX Gokaioh is the perfect toy.

Detail: A-

Features: A-

Articulation: C

[Dangard Ace]

A really small image of the DX Gokai Machine 4 Fudenmaru.

http://www.automatontoys.com/item.asp?noJouet=BANgokaiDX04Fuden

Another really small image of the DX Mecha Tyran.

http://www.automatontoys.com/item.asp?noJouet=AUTgokaiDXTYRAN

[areaseven]

On this week's episode of Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 10: "Card Game" (トランプ勝負)

Legend of the Week: None

Villain of the Week: Action Commander Yokubareed

Gokai Color of the Week: None

Past Sentai of the Week: J.A.K.Q. Dengekitai (too old for Power Rangers fans to know) and GoGo Sentai Boukenger (Power Rangers Operation Overdrive)

The Gokaigers battle an invading Zangyack fleet led by a green ship, which Joe identifies as a "Special Destruction Unit". As a ship contains a rare mineral capable of destroying planets, Joe and Luka infiltrate the ship to acquire it, only to find themselves being challenged to a game of poker.

Yes, it's mostly another filler episode, but we learn a few things: Luka-chan is an expert in cheating, Joe has the luck of Bret Maverick, and Captain Marvelous simply sucks at cards.

Next week on Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 11: "The Serious Rebellion" (真剣大騒動)

Princess Shinken Red wants the Shinkenger keys. And look out for the appearances of Zyuranger (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Gingaman (Power Rangers Lost Galaxy) and Dynaman (too old-school for Power Rangers fans to know).

Edited June 1, 2011 by areaseven

[areaseven]

Finally got some rum.

[Scream Man]

Heh, u have the same phone I used to have. samsung right?

Ep9 was OK, better than 8 for sure. I thought they got the power a little to quickly, but i suppose they do have 30 more of them to unlock, o we could be here for some time.

[areaseven]

And now for some news:

S.H. Figuarts Gokai Red
Following the success of the Samurai Sentai Shinkenger figures, Bandai announced that they will release Gokai Red in the S.H. Figuarts line later this year. AmiAmi has Gokai Red listed on their catalog. A fan-made custom S.H. Figuarts figure was previously posted online.

All I have to say is this...

Gokaiger Goseiger Super Sentai 199 Hero Great Battle


To no surprise, Aka Red has been confirmed to appear in the upcoming film. Also confirmed to appear are the following past heroes:

Naoya Makoto as Tsuyoshi Kaijo/Akaranger (Himitsu Sentai Goranger)
Hiroshi Miyauchi as Sokichi Banba/Big One (J.A.K.Q. Dengekitai)
Kenji Ohba as Daigoro Oume/Denji Blue (Denshi Sentai Denziman)
Junichi Haruta as Kanpei Kurota/Goggle Black (Dai Sentai Goggle-V)
Sayoko Hagiwara as Rei Tachibana/Dyna Pink (Kagaku Sentai Dynaman)
Ryosuke Sakamoto as Shiro Go (otherwise known as "Kenny" in the Philippine English dub)/Red One (Choudenshi Bioman)
Kenta Sato as Riki Hono/Red Turbo (Kousoku Sentai Turboranger)
Keiichi Wada as Ryou/Ryu Ranger (Gosei Sentai Dairanger)
Mika Kikuchi as Koume "Umeko" Kodou/Deka Pink (Tokusou Sentai Dekaranger)

Also, Gokaioh will have a special power-up in the film. The Variblune from Goranger will attach to Gokaioh's back to form Goren Gokaioh. More info here. Edited March 1, 2014 by areaseven

[Scream Man]

You had me had Figuarts Gokaiger.

PLEASE start releasing Rangers regularly bandai! I need my SPD team as well!

[areaseven]

Here are pics of the Super Sentai alumni featured on the 199 Hero Great Battle movie:

Naoya Makoto as Tsuyoshi Kaijo/Akaranger (Himitsu Sentai Goranger)

Hiroshi Miyauchi as Sokichi Banba/Big One (J.A.K.Q. Dengekitai)

Kenji Ohba as Daigoro Oume/Denji Blue (Denshi Sentai Denjiman)

Junichi Haruta as Kanpei Kurota/Goggle Black (Dai Sentai Goggle-V)

Sayoko Hagiwara as Rei Tachibana/Dyna Pink (Kagaku Sentai Dynaman)

Ryosuke Sakamoto as Shiro Go/Red One (Choudenshi Bioman)

Kenta Sato as Riki Hono/Red Turbo (Kousoku Sentai Turboranger)

Keiichi Wada as Ryou/Ryu Ranger (Gosei Sentai Dairanger)

Mika Kikuchi as Koume "Umeko" Kodou/Deka Pink (Tokusou Sentai Dekaranger)

Edited July 4, 2011 by areaseven

[Scream Man]

OMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMG

So awesome!!

[RedWolf]

http://orendsrange.blogspot.com/2011/04/gokaiger-unicorn-and-more-ooo-spoilers.html

Rumor of spotting 6 KR OOO combo forms with 2 being girl sizes. Speculated as the Super Sentai x Kamen Rider crossover this year.

With AkaRed in the movie that would make 198 heroes. Still needs one. Not sure if GokaiSilver will show up.

[areaseven]

Now I'm gonna go bankrupt this year. Here's a stop-motion video of DX Gokai Machine Gao Lion.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2fnR-gVV0M&feature=feedu

Edited September 13, 2011 by areaseven

[areaseven]

On this week's episode of Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 11: "The Serious Rebellion" (真剣大騒動)

Legends of the Week: Runa Natsui as Kaoru Shiba and Kazuyuki Matsuzawa as Toshizo Tanba

Villain of the Week: Action Commander Delzeiger

Gokai Color of the Week: None

Past Sentai of the Week: Kyouryuu Sentai Zyuranger (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Kagaku Sentai Dynaman (too old-school for Power Rangers fans) and Seijuu Sentai Gingaman (Power Rangers Lost Galaxy)

The next clue to the Greatest Treasure in the Universe is a samurai, which results in a confrontation between the Gokaigers and Kaoru Shiba, who demands them to hand over the Shinkenger keys. But when the Zangyack launches yet another invasion, Joe is given an unexpected reunion from a former comrade.

Despite not having the actual Shinken Red, this is what the Samurai Sentai Shinkenger (Power Rangers Samurai) fans have been waiting for: a tribute episode to the highly acclaimed 2009 series (as it was named the #1 Super Sentai series of the Heisei Era). And this is what the Gokaiger fans expected: intense sword fights, major plot twists and a cliffhanger ending. Joe's past comes back to haunt him, and it costs the Gokaigers big-time. In addition, we're treated to some old-school action with the suits of Zyuranger, Dynaman and Gingaman.

Next week on Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 12: "The Guaranteed Showy Samurai" (極付派手侍)

Joe goes out alone to face Barizorg and make him remember the past. Kaoru forms an unlikely alliance with the Gokaigers to eliminate the Zangyack. And even more old-school Sentai action with Dairanger (season 2 of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Megaranger (Power Rangers in Space), Liveman (too '80s for Power Rangers fans) and Timeranger (Power Rangers Time Force).

Edited January 9, 2012 by areaseven

[areaseven]

What will they think of next?

[areaseven]

On this week's episode of Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 12: "The Guaranteed Showy Samurai" (極付派手侍)

Legends of the Week: Runa Natsui as Kaoru Shiba and Kazuyuki Matsuzawa as Toshizo Tanba

Villain of the Week: Action Commander Delzeiger

Gokai Color of the Week: None

Past Sentai of the Week: Samurai Sentai Shinkenger (Power Rangers Samurai)

Joe leaves the Gokai Galleon in an attempt to make Barizorg remember that he was once his mentor Sid Bamick, but to no avail. After being wounded by Captain Marvelous, Walz Gil orders his troops to show no mercy on the Gokaigers.

This show never fails to deliver. And what a way to end a 2-part story arc. We learn more about Joe's past and how he was recruited by the Gokaigers. We're also treated to more fast-paced action that picks up from episode 11. The Gokaigers also continue to dish out the pain with the Shinkenger keys; and with them, they unleash the badass Shinken Gokaioh.

For this episode, the Gokaigers go all-out with the past rangers from Gosei Sentai Dairanger (season 2 of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), GoGo Sentai Boukenger (Power Rangers Operation Overdrive), Ninpuu Sentai Hurricaneger (Power Rangers Ninja Storm), Hikari Sentai Maskman (too '80s for Power Rangers fans), Denji Sentai Megaranger (Power Rangers in Space), Bakuryuu Sentai Abaranger (Power Rangers Dino Thunder), Himitsu Sentai Goranger (the show that started it all), Chouriki Sentai Ohranger (Power Rangers Zeo), Choujuu Sentai Liveman (another one the Power Rangers fans wouldn't know), Denshi Sentai Denjiman (too '70s for Power Rangers fans), Choushinsei Flashman (too '80s for Power Rangers fans) and Mirai Sentai Timeranger (Power Rangers Time Force).

Next week on Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 13: "Tell Me the Way" (道を教えて)

Ahim-chan is kidnapped. Bad move for the kidnapper.

Edited June 1, 2011 by areaseven

[Scream Man]

I just saw ep11 and WOW, was that some good fight choreo! This is easily the best the fighting has been since the first ep, and i hope it continues into the next one!

[areaseven]

On this week's episode of Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 13: "Tell Me the Way" (道を教えて)

Legend of the Week: None

Villain of the Week: Action Commander Zaggai

Gokai Color of the Week: Pink

Past Sentai of the Week: Seijuu Sentai Gingaman (Power Rangers Lost Galaxy)

Ahim goes out to do some shopping when she is kidnapped at gunpoint. Captain Marvelous, however, refuses to pay the ransom. Meanwhile, the Zangyack send down the Action Commander of the Week to destroy the Gokaigers.

It was a so-so filler episode that focused on Ahim-chan. Nothing spectacular, unless you're a fan of hers.

Next week on Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 14: "Now for Traffic Safety" (いまも交通安全)

The Gokaigers get some important traffic safety tips from the former leader of Gekisou Sentai Carranger (Power Rangers Turbo).

Edited June 1, 2011 by areaseven

[areaseven]

Minipla Kaizoku Gattai Gokai Machines (海賊合体ゴーカイマシン)

Bandai, 2011

Made in Japan

Contents

Box 1: Magi Dragon

Box 2: Pat Striker

Box 3: Gao Lion Set A (head and front legs)

Box 4: Gao Lion Set B (body, rear legs and tail)

Ramune-flavored candy in each box

For every past Super Sentai power unlocked, Gokaioh is given a unique upgrade. And for the Minipla Gokaioh kit,. Bandai has released the Gokai Machine candy toy series to go with it. As with all Minipla kits, each box comes with a delicious ramune candy pill and the box is cut from one side to access the assembly instructions.

Magi Dragon (マジドラゴン)

In Mahou Sentai Magiranger, the Majin forms of Magi Yellow, Magi Blue, Magi Pink and Magi Green combined into the mythical mecha known as the Magi Dragon. In episode 3 of Gokaiger, the Gokaigers unlocked the powers of the Magiranger keys, giving them their own Magi Dragon, which enables Gokaioh to fly and execute the Gokai Magi Bind. Unfortunately, no toy version has given justice to the Gokai Machine Magi Dragon - and this is no exception. Sure, it has more articulation than its larger DX counterpart, but it's just an underwhelming pile of plastic. Disassembling it and attaching the parts to Gokaioh doesn't make either figure any better, either.

Detail: C-

Features: C-

Articulation: B

Pat Striker (パトストライカー)

Deka Red's badass mecha from Tokusou Sentai Dekaranger gives Gokaioh the firepower it needs starting from episode 5, when the Gokaigers unlocked the powers of the Dekaranger keys. Save for a few differences, this is spot-on to the original Pat Striker. The front fenders and quarter panels attach to Gokaioh's limbs to give it Gatling cannons for the Gokai Full Blast attack. In addition, the front fenders become handguns for Gokaioh to do some hard-boiled, dual-wielding action. By far my favorite of the set - and not just because I'm a hardcore Dekaranger fan.

Detail: B+

Features: A-

Articulation: N/A

Gao Lion (ガオライオン)

Gao Red's Power Animal from Hyakujuu Sentai Gaoranger sided with the Gokaigers after they unlocked the powers of the Gaoranger keys. When summoned, Gao Lion merges with Gokaioh (which separates its legs) to form the centaur-like Gao Gokaioh and decimate the enemy with the Gokai Animal Heart. After unlocking the powers of the Shinkenger keys, Gao Gokaioh changes into Shinken Gokaioh and destroys its opponents with the Gokai Samurai-giri. By itself, the Gao Lion kit has good detail and articulation. However, once combined with Gokaioh, things go wrong. Gao Gokaioh was a silly idea to begin with, and it shows on any toy version. Shinken Gokaioh would've benefitted from the Minipla's poseability, but it ends up being very clunky. The hind legs protrude too far forward when attached to Gokaioh's forearms, resulting in some wonky arms. The naginata attachments for the Gokai Ken swords is a badass add-on, but the Rekka Daizantou is disappointingly small (even though it is formed from Gao Lion's body). As a Samurai Sentai Shinkenger fan, I consider this one to be a minor letdown. At least I have the Super Robot Chogokin Shinkenoh.

Detail: B

Features: B-

Articulation: B

[areaseven]

A spy shot reveals a future episode featuring the Gokaigers changing into various sixth Rangers: Dragon Ranger, a female Mega Silver, Time Fire, a female Abare Killer and Magi Shine. This may be the episode where Gokai Silver makes his debut.

The Five Gokaigers as Sixth Rangers

[areaseven]

On this week's episode of Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 14: "Now for Traffic Safety" (いまも交通安全)

Legend of the Week: Yuji Kishi as Kyosuke Jinnai

Villain of the Week: Action Commander Jellacit

Gokai Color of the Week: N/A

Past Sentai of the Week: Gekisou Sentai Carranger (Power Rangers Turbo), Kousoku Sentai Turboranger (too '80s for Power Rangers fans) and Kyouryuu Sentai Zyuranger (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers)

The next clue to the Greatest Treasure in the Universe is to observe traffic safety, which leads the Gokaigers to Kyosuke Jinnai - the former Red Racer and leader of the Carrangers. Meanwhile, when it is revealed that Kyosuke interfered with Action Commander Zaggai's mission in the last episode, the Zangyack forces send some troops to eliminate him, while Insarn falls madly in love with him.

This episode is pure cornball. If you've never seen Gekisou Sentai Carranger, you will either love or hate this episode, as it emulates the show's self-parody and slapstick style. And because of this, Kyosuke steals the entire show and leaves the Gokaigers in confusion most of the time.

Next week on Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 15: "A Privateer Appears" (私掠船現る)

An old rival of Captain Marvelous is sent by the Zangyack to deal with the Gokaigers with some Ranger Keys in hand.And Aka Red makes a surprise appearance.

[areaseven]

Latest developments on the upcoming sixth Gokaiger:

Gokai Silver Finally Revealed!

Gai Ikari is a Super Sentai fan who is seriously injured when he saves a girl from a car accident. In his dream, he meets Dr. Mikoto Nakadai (Abare Killer in Abaranger), Dragon Ranger (Zyuranger) and Time Fire (Timeranger), who praise his heroic deed and hand him the Gokai Cellular and the Ranger Keys of the extra warriors.

By using the Gokai Cellular, Gai can change into Gokai Silver. And with the Gold Anchor Key, he can change into Gold Mode, which gives him the powers of 15 "sixth Rangers" of the past.

GoZyuJin: The Tribute to Three Sentai

In addition, Gai is given his own mecha: a triple-changer that transforms from drill ship to mechanical T-Rex to robot. GoZyuJin represents the powers of Zyuranger, Timeranger and Abaranger.

[RedWolf]

Episode 15: "A Privateer Appears" (私掠船現る)

An old rival of Captain Marvelous is sent by the Zangyack to deal with the Gokaigers with some Ranger Keys in hand.And Aka Red makes a surprise appearance.

From what info I can glean Basco like Marvelous was a Red Pirate under AkaRed. Until he betrayed the Red Pirates to Zangyack. Taking with him sixth Ranger Keys and a trumpet that works like Diend's gun.

[areaseven]

Ranger Key Series: Henshin Keitai Mobirates (変身携帯モバイレーツ)

Bandai, 2011

Made in China

Requires two AAA batteries (not included)

Contents

Mobirates cell phone

Gokai Red Ranger Key

Shinken Red Ranger Key

Go-on Red Ranger Key

"Gokai Change! GOOOOKAIGER!!!"

For every Super Sentai group, there is a device for them to automatically change into their heroic suits. In the case of the Gokaigers, there's the Mobirates (short for "Mobile Pirates") cell phone, which is powered by the Ranger Key system.

The Mobirates looks and functions like the typical toy flip phone, but it's a massive brick when placed next to a real cell phone. And unlike the Shodophone for Samurai Sentai Shinkenger, this one does not come with a carrying case (mostly because the Gokaigers never use one on-screen; they just pull their weapons and accessories from out of nowhere).

Open up the phone and you have your typical numeric keypad. Only the number keys and the top center button function. Entering specific four-digit codes will have the Mobirates (voiced by Tomokazu Seki) shout special commands. Some examples include:

• 0001 to 0035 - Super Sentai groups from Goranger to Gokaiger.
• 1224 - "Merry Christmas!"
• 0101 - "Akemashite Omedeto!" ("Happy New Year!")
• 1992, 2001-2005, 2008-2011 - Super Sentai robot combining commands (by corresponding year).
• 5501 - "Hasshin! Gokai Galleon!"

Above the keypad is a large key hole, which is the most important part of this toy.

The set comes with three Ranger Keys: Gokai Red, Shinken Red and Go-on Red. Each key somewhat resembles a Playmobil figure made to look like a Super Sentai hero. Poseability is limited to 360° arm movement. Other Ranger Keys are available in five-pack sets, gashapon and candy toy packages, and other toys in the Ranger Key Series line. In addition, special edition Ranger Keys have been offered in the Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger opening theme CD single and an issue of Terebi magazine.

So how does this work? You swing the arms upward and fold the figure by the center to reveal the key behind its legs. (Unfortunately, the keys do not have the spring-loaded feature used in the TV show.) You then hold the Mobirates in your left hand and the key in your right hand, pointing the key forward while yelling, "Gokai Change!" Then in one swift move, insert the key all the way into the key hole and crank it clockwise. This opens the top portion of the phone, transforming it into the Gokaiger logo while flashing a red light and shouting the name of the Super Sentai you inputted.

This is downright brilliant! Using the key system, the Mobirates recognizes different Ranger Keys and plays their corresponding names. The special edition keys will play secret vocal greetings as well. In addition, when you enter 0000 on the keypad, the phone enters into "VS" mode, wherein it plays a special versus message when two corresponding Ranger Keys (ex. Shinken Red and Go-on Red) are entered. There's even a hidden message for Kamen Rider OOO (whether or not an actual Kamen Rider OOO key has been made is yet to be known).

The Ranger Key system offers near-infinite replay value, as the keys work with other toys such as the Gokai Gun, Gokai Sabre and Gokai Buckle. While the Gokai Buckle is merely used to store one key, the Gokai Gun and Gokai Sabre will enter into Final Wave mode when a Ranger Key is used.

Overall, this is a fun Super Sentai toy for cosplaying or if you're bored at work.

Editor's Note: The Bandai Asia release has the volume severely toned down in compliance with noise and safety regulations in Hong Kong and parts of Southeast Asia.

Detail: A

Features: A

Articulation: N/A

[RedWolf]

Damn Basco is more of a cheater than Diend.

I'm disappointed that that the FreeJoker is just another Zangyack warship variant.

So we get Zangyack may well color code their ships.

Gold - Front line warship

Green- Planetary destruction special unit

Purple- Imperial Guard

Red- Privateer

[areaseven]

On this week's episode of Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 15: "A Privateer Appears" (私掠船現る)

Legend of the Week: Tohru Furuya (Casshern Sins, Yamcha in Dragon Ball Z) as Aka Red (voice)

Villain of the Week: Basco ta Jolokia

Gokai Color of the Week: N/A

Past Sentai of the Week: None

The Zangyack Empire sends a privateer to deal with the Gokaigers, and he is revealed to be Basco ta Jolokia - a former comrade of Captain Marvelous.

Now this is where things start to unwrap for Captain Marvelous' past. It turns out that many years ago, Captain Marvelous, Basco and Aka Red were members of the Red Pirates until Basco betrayed them and sided with the Zangyack Empire. Furthermore, it is revealed that Basco is in possession of the Extra Ranger Keys, which he activates with his trumpet to battle the Gokaigers. Our heroes have some difficulty battling Time Fire (Timeranger), Dragon Ranger (Zyuranger), King Ranger (Ohranger), Shurikenger (Hurricaneger) and Deka Break (Dekaranger) before they manage to defeat them, but are cornered by Shinken Gold (Shinkenger), Magi Shine (Magiranger), Kiba Ranger (Dairanger) and Gosei Knight (Goseiger), Go-on Gold & Go-on Silver (Go-onger), Gao Silver (Gaoranger) and Mega Silver (Megaranger), Abare Killer (Abaranger) and Bouken Silver (Boukenger) as Basco leaves this episode in a cliffhanger.

And so begins the countdown to Gokai Silver's debut.

Next week on Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger:

Episode 16: "Clash! Sentai vs. Sentai" (激突！戦隊VS戦隊)

With his shipmates held captive by Basco, Captain Marvelous must find a way to save them without surrendering all of the Ranger Keys to him.

Edited July 4, 2011 by areaseven

[Scream Man]

Finally TV Nihon Got Ep14 up, so Ill watch that soon The Samurai Ranger 2 parter was awesome

[areaseven]

The 35th anniversary film was just pre-screened in Japan. Read at your own risk!

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