Kamen Rider Blade: Missing Ace
Four years after an alternate ending to the series, in which Blade seals the Joker, the characters have moved on with their lives: Kenzaki is a garbage man, Mutsuki has graduated high school, and Kotarō has published a book about the Kamen Riders to great success. The Undead have been re-released, and a new trio of Kamen Riders—Glaive, Larc and Lance—have emerged from BOARD, now led by Tachibana. After recapturing two of the Category Aces, Kenzaki and Mutsuki join with the new Riders. When all the Undead are sealed once more, Glaive reveals himself to be the Albino Joker, a white version of the original Joker, and captures Kotarō's niece to obtain the ultimate power, sealing her in the Vanity Card. In order to free Amane from the card, Hajime is unsealed from the Joker Card and the four Riders are again united, intent on saving Amane and stopping the Albino Joker.
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Plot Summary
In a world threatened by the monstrous Undead, the Kamen Riders fight to protect humanity. This film serves as a non-canonical 'what if' scenario where the Riders face a new threat and potential betrayal from within their own ranks. The story explores the consequences of a stolen artifact that could alter the fate of the Riders and the world.
Critical Reception
As a tie-in film for the tokusatsu series, 'Kamen Rider Blade: Missing Ace' was primarily received by its dedicated fanbase. While it offered additional content and character moments for viewers invested in the series, it was not widely reviewed by mainstream critics. Audience reception generally aligned with their enjoyment of the parent show, appreciating the action sequences and continuation of the series' themes.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its elaborate action choreography and special effects.
- Appreciated by fans for delving deeper into the character dynamics of the Kamen Riders.
- Some noted that the plot could be convoluted for those not familiar with the series.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available, as it is a niche release primarily targeted at fans of the Kamen Rider franchise.
Fun Fact
The film features an alternate timeline where the events of the TV series play out differently, providing fans with a unique 'what-if' scenario.
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