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| Ultraman Geed | |
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 Title card | |
| Genre | Superhero Tokusatsu Kaiju Science fiction Humor Drama Kyodai Hero |
| Created by | Tsuburaya Productions |
| Written by |
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| Directed by |
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| Voices of | |
| Opening theme | "Geed no Akashi" by Riku Asakura with Voyager |
| Ending theme | "Kibō no Kakera" by Voyager |
| Composer | Kenji Kawai |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| No. of episodes | 25[1][2] |
| Production | |
| Running time | 30 min. (per episode)[1] |
| Production companies | Tsuburaya Productions TV Tokyo Dentsu |
| Original release | |
| Network | TXN (TV Tokyo) |
| Release | July 8 – December 23, 2017 |
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Ultraman Geed (ウルトラマンジード, Urutoraman Jīdo)[1][2] is a Japanese tokusatsu drama produced by Tsuburaya Productions and the 22nd entry (31st overall) to the Ultra Series. It aired on TV Tokyo from July 8, 2017, to December 23, 2017.[1][2][5][4] The series is simulcast outside Japan by Crunchyroll.[6]
The main catchphrase is "Fate – prepare for it." (運命 – 覚悟を決めろ。, Unmei – kakugo o kimero.).[1]
Synopsis
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In the past, a terrifying war raged across the universe, devastating countless planets, instigated by Ultraman Belial and his army. At the climax of the war, hereafter referred to as the Omega Armageddon, Belial defeated the Ultras in battle, then activated a bomb which blew apart the Earth and initiated the Crisis Impact, an apocalyptic event. The Ultras could only watch as the Crisis Impact threatened the universe with destruction, before Ultraman King sacrificed his corporeal form to save everything, essentially becoming the universe's host.
In the present day, Kei Fukuide, an alien from the ruined Planet Sturm and one of Belial's allies, infiltrates the Land of Light and steals the Ultra Capsules - an invention developed by Ultraman Hikari that serve to contain a fraction of a specific Ultra's powers - then reverse engineers them into Kaiju Capsules. Meanwhile, on Earth, Riku Asakura is a teenager with no knowledge of his past, save for being found near an astronomical observatory as a baby following the Crisis Impact. When a giant monster destroys his home, Riku and his alien roommate Pega stumble upon a secret base 500 meters below the ground. Riku learns he is an Ultraman in human form and is given the ability to use the Geed Riser transformation device and Ultra Capsules by the base's operating system RE.M. to become Ultraman Geed to save everyone.
Deciding to fight against fate, he is joined by monster hunter Laiha Toba, AIB agent Moa Aizaki, and office worker Leito Igaguri, who becomes the host of Belial's nemesis Ultraman Zero. Riku soon learns that the monsters he faces are Fusion Rise forms of Kei Fukuide, who seeks those who are hosts to unformed Ultra Capsules called Little Stars.[1][2][7] In the middle of the series, Riku discovered that he was a clone of Belial manufactured by Kei to gather the Ultra Capsules in order to revive the dark Ultra. At some point of time, Belial returned to Earth and kidnapped his son in an attempt to sway the latter to his side but failed due to Ultraman King and Laiha's intervention. With the power bestowed by Ultraman King, Geed received a new form known as Royal Mega-Master and defeated his father.
With Belial seemingly dead, an amnesiac Kei attempts to continue his master's legacy, and is taken in by Arie Ishikari, a nonfiction author who is secretly Belial's host, having been selected after his initial defeat. Eventually, Belial launches his final attack, stealing Kei's Sturm Organ, using its Carellen Element to absorb vast quantities of King's essence, the Childhood Radiation. Having taken on a new form dubbed Belial Atrocious, Belial intends to destroy Earth, then the Land of Light. Zero succeeded in separating Ultraman King from Belial while Father of Ultra came to Earth and sealed him within a barrier. The next day, Riku took matters on his own as he fights his father in one-on-one combat with his will allowing Ultraman King to summon copies of his Fusion Rise forms into his aid. In the midst of the final battle, a delirious Kei, near death due to the loss of his Sturm Organ, attempts to menace Leito's family, only to be confronted by Laiha, who defeats him in a sword fight. Mortally wounded, Kei asks if he was really just another pawn to Belial, before dissolving into green particles and dying. At the climax of his battle with Belial, Riku tried to understand his father's pain and suffering from his banishment, but was forced to kill him when Belial continued his attack. With the fight over, a fully healed Zero joined Father of Ultra and Ultraman King as they left Earth and Riku resumed his normal life.
Episodes
[edit]| No. | Title[8] | Writer | Original air date |
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| SP | "Ultraman Geed Preview Special" Transliteration: "Urutoraman Jīdo Chokuzen Supesharu" (Japanese: ウルトラマンジード直前スペシャル) | Junichiro Ashiki | July 1, 2017 |
| 1 | "Welcome to the Secret Base" Transliteration: "Himitsu Kichi e Yōkoso" (Japanese: 秘密基地へようこそ) | Hirotaka Adachi | July 8, 2017 |
| 2 | "The Girl Who Cuts Monsters" Transliteration: "Kaijū o Kiru Shōjo" (Japanese: 怪獣を斬る少女) | Hirotaka Adachi | July 15, 2017 |
| 3 | "Salaryman Zero" Transliteration: "Sararīman Zero" (Japanese: サラリーマンゼロ) | Hirotaka Adachi | July 22, 2017 |
| 4 | "A Job Where You Investigate Aliens" Transliteration: "Seijin o Ō Shigoto" (Japanese: 星人を追う仕事) | Hirotaka Adachi | July 29, 2017 |
| 5 | "Partners" Transliteration: "Aikata" (Japanese: あいかた) | Uiko Miura | August 5, 2017 |
| 6 | "So That I Can Be Me" Transliteration: "Boku ga Boku de Aru Koto" (Japanese: 僕が僕であること) | Uiko Miura | August 12, 2017 |
| 7 | "Sacrifice" Transliteration: "Sakurifaisu" (Japanese: サクリファイス) | Sachio Yanai | August 19, 2017 |
| 8 | "Going Beyond Fate" Transliteration: "Unmei o Koeteike" (Japanese: 運命を越えて行け) | Sachio Yanai | August 26, 2017 |
| 9 | "The Sword of an Oath" Transliteration: "Chikai no Tsurugi" (Japanese: 誓いの剣) | Uiko Miura | September 2, 2017 |
| 10 | "I Read Minds" Transliteration: "Kokoro Yomemasu" (Japanese: ココロヨメマス) | Misaki Morie | September 9, 2017 |
| 11 | "The Geed Identity" Transliteration: "Jīdo Aidentitī" (Japanese: ジードアイデンティティー) | Hirotaka Adachi | September 15, 2017 |
| 12 | "My Name" Transliteration: "Boku no Namae" (Japanese: 僕の名前) | Hirotaka Adachi | September 23, 2017 |
| 13 | "Restore Memories" Transliteration: "Resutoa Memorīzu" (Japanese: レストア・メモリーズ) | Junichiro Ashiki | September 30, 2017 |
| 14 | "Shadows of Shadows" Transliteration: "Shadō no Kage" (Japanese: シャドーの影) | Toshizo Nemoto | October 7, 2017 |
| 15 | "Child of Battle" Transliteration: "Tatakai no Ko" (Japanese: 戦いの子) | Toshizo Nemoto | October 14, 2017 |
| 16 | "The First Day of the End of the World" Transliteration: "Sekai no Owari ga Hajimaru Hi" (Japanese: 世界の終わりが始まる日) | Hirotaka Adachi | October 21, 2017 |
| 17 | "The King's Miracle! Time to Change Fate!!" Transliteration: "Kingu no Kiseki! Kaeru ze! Unmei!!" (Japanese: キングの奇跡！変えるぜ！運命！！) | Hirotaka Adachi | October 28, 2017 |
| 18 | "Inheritor of the Dream" Transliteration: "Yume o Tsugu Mono" (Japanese: 夢を継ぐ者) | Sachio Yanai | November 4, 2017 |
| 19 | "Nebula House Invasion" Transliteration: "Ubawareta Seiun-sō" (Japanese: 奪われた星雲荘) | Kyoko Katsuya | November 11, 2017 |
| 20 | "The 10:00 AM Monsterous Bird" Transliteration: "Gozen Jū-ji no Kaichō" (Japanese: 午前10時の怪鳥) | Uiko Miura | November 18, 2017 |
| 21 | "Pega Runs Away from Home" Transliteration: "Pega, Iede Suru" (Japanese: ペガ、家出する) | Misaki Morie | November 25, 2017 |
| 22 | "Repossession" Transliteration: "Dakkan" (Japanese: 奪還) | Uiko Miura | December 2, 2017 |
| 23 | "The Sturm's Light" Transliteration: "Sutorumu no Hikari" (Japanese: ストルムの光) | Uiko Miura | December 9, 2017 |
| 24 | "The Fragments of Hope" Transliteration: "Kibō no Kakera" (Japanese: キボウノカケラ) | Hirotaka Adachi | December 16, 2017 |
| 25 | "The Symbol of Geed" Transliteration: "Jīdo no Akashi" (Japanese: GEEDの証) | Hirotaka Adachi | December 23, 2017 |
Ultraman Geed the Movie
[edit]Ultraman Geed the Movie (劇場版 ウルトラマンジード つなぐぜ! 願い!!, Gekijō-ban Urutoraman Jīdo Tsunagu ze! Negai!!; also called "Ultraman Geed The Movie: Connect the Wishes!") was released on March 10, 2018.[9][10][11][12]
Other appearances
[edit]Film and team-up
[edit]- Ultraman Geed made his debut in the final scene of Ultra Fight Orb, where he was shown killing Reibatos when other Ultras assumed him to have died after being defeated by Ultraman Orb, though this appearance was later proven false, as shown in the series finale in which Belial was the one who killed Reibatos.
- Ultraman R/B the Movie (2018): See here
- Ultra Galaxy Fight: New Generation Heroes/Ultraman Taiga (2019)/Ultraman Taiga The Movie (2020): See here
- Ultraman Z (2020): See here
Production
[edit]In the early days after receiving the plan, I received an e-mail from Tsuburaya stating "How about the main hero is Belial's son?". But a while ago, I also found the theme of "Belial's son" is quite funny and interesting. It seems that it was suggested in reverse to main proposal I made. I was surprised to see it as a coincidence. It was like a mysterious feeling that my mind was read without my own permission.
Comments by Otsuichi.[13]
The Ultraman Geed trademark was filed by Tsuburaya Productions on March 6, 2017.[14] The series was announced on April 27, 2017, by the official website of Tsuburaya Productions and Sports Hochi. The main actor Tatsuomi Hamada mentioned that becoming an Ultraman is a childhood dream since his kindergarten. As he had once played Nao, one of the protagonists in the 2010 Ultra Series movie Ultraman Zero: The Revenge of Belial, he is also excited to view Belial as a father instead of an antagonist of the previous movie while his character grew up and faced his destiny.[1][2]
According to Koichi Sakamoto, he views Riku as a man who fights as Belial's son while facing challenges without getting bound by the "common senses of an Ultraman series".[1][2] As the show revolves around a protagonist fighting with the blood of a villain, he related the plot towards that of Devilman.[15] Writer Otsuichi mentioned that he used to watch Ultraman X and Ultraman Orb with his son back home and was advised to use Arthur C. Clarke's novel Childhood's End as a reference material for the first stage of the project. Said author's name becomes the foundation of the main character's name, Riku Asakura. The theme of Riku being Belial's son was an idea he thought of but never expected it to be conceptualized by Tsuburaya themselves.[13] He stresses the difficulty of writing the script of the first episode, with the Ultra and the transformation item that were yet to be named. He is also well-aware that this is not the first tokusatsu series to be written by a novelist, as this was preceded by Gen Urobuchi in Kamen Rider Gaim.[15]
Cast
[edit]- Riku Asakura (朝倉 リク, Asakura Riku)/Ultraman Geed (ウルトラマンジード, Urutoraman Jīdo; Voice): Tatsuomi Hamada (濱田 龍臣, Hamada Tatsuomi)[1][2]
- Laiha Toba (鳥羽 ライハ, Toba Raiha): Chihiro Yamamoto (山本 千尋, Yamamoto Chihiro)[16]
- Moa Aizaki (愛崎 モア, Aizaki Moa): Mayu Hasegawa (長谷川 眞優, Hasegawa Mayu)[16]
- Leito Igaguri (伊賀栗 レイト, Igaguri Reito): Yuta Ozawa (小澤 雄太, Ozawa Yūta)[16]
- Kei Fukuide (伏井出 ケイ, Fukuide Kei): Kunito Watanabe (渡辺 邦斗, Watanabe Kunito)[16]
- Rumina Igaguri (伊賀栗 ルミナ, Igaguri Rumina): Hitomi Hasebe (長谷部 瞳, Hasabe Hitomi)
- Mayu Igaguri (伊賀栗 マユ, Igaguri Mayu): Mirei Shimizu (清水 美怜, Shimizu Mirei)
- Alien Shadow "Zenna" (シャドー星人 ゼナ, Shadō Seijin Zena; Human): Hideyoshi Iwata (岩田 栄慶, Iwata Hideyoshi)[4]
- Haruo Kume (久米 ハルヲ, Kume Haruo)): Tadashi Mizuno (水野 直, Mizuno Tadashi)[4]
- Newscaster: Chisato Kawai (川合 千里, Kawai Chisato)
- Jōji Ōsumi (大隅 丈治, Ōsumi Jōji): Kenji Masaki (柾 賢志, Masaki Kenji)
- Arie Ishikari (石刈 アリエ, Ishikari Arie): Ryoko Kobayashi (小林 涼子, Kobayashi Ryōko)
- Alien Pegassa "Pega" (ペガッサ星人 ペガ, Pegassa Seijin Pega; Voice): Megumi Han (潘 めぐみ, Han Megumi)[16][3]
- RE.M. (レム, Remu; Voice): Suzuko Mimori (三森 すずこ, Mimori Suzuko)[16][3]
- Alien Shadow "Zenna" (Voice): Shintarō Asanuma (浅沼 晋太郎, Asanuma Shintarō)[4]
- Ultraman Zero (ウルトラマンゼロ, Urutoraman Zero; Voice): Mamoru Miyano (宮野 真守, Miyano Mamoru)[16][3]
- Ultraman Belial (ウルトラマンベリアル, Urutoraman Beriaru; Voice): Yūki Ono (小野 友樹, Ono Yūki)[16][3]
- Riser Voice (Ultra Capsule scan), Ultraman King (ウルトラマンキング, Urutoraman Kingu; Voice): Nobuyuki Hiyama (檜山 修之, Hiyama Nobuyuki)
- Riser Voice (Monster Capsule scan), Narration (0), Lecuum (レキューム人, Rekyūmu Jin; Voice; 20): Kenta Matsumoto (松本 健太, Matsumoto Kenta)[17]
Guest cast
[edit]- Yoshiko Hara (原 良子, Hara Yoshiko; 1, 2): Hitomi Miwa (三輪 ひとみ, Miwa Hitomi)
- Sui Asakura (朝倉 錘, Asakura Sui; 12): Minori Terada (寺田 農, Terada Minori)
- Kuruto Kageyama (影山 来人, Kageyama Kuruto; 14, 15): Hiroki Suzuki (鈴木 裕樹, Suzuki Hiroki)
- Fujio Manga (満賀 富士夫, Manga Fujio; 16, 17): Catcher Nakazawa (キャッチャー中澤, Kyatchā Nakazawa)
Songs
[edit]- Opening theme
- "Geed no Akashi" (GEEDの証, Jīdo no Akashi; lit. "The Symbol of Geed")[3]
- Lyrics: Sumiyo Mutsumi (六ツ見 純代, Mutsumi Sumiyo)
- Composition & Arrangement: Kenji Kawai (川井 憲次, Kawai Kenji)
- Artists: Riku Asakura (Tatsuomi Hamada) with Voyager (ボイジャー, Boijā)
- Episodes: 1-17 (Verse 1), 18-24 (Verse 2)
- Ending theme
- "Kibō no Kakera" (キボウノカケラ; lit. "The Fragments of Hope")[3]
- Lyrics: TAKERU, Chiaki Seshimo (瀬下 千晶, Seshimo Chiaki)
- Composition & Arrangement: Takao Konishi (小西 貴雄, Konishi Takao)
- Artists: Voyager
- Episodes: 1-17 (Verse 1), 18-24 (Verse 2), Finale
International broadcast
[edit]In Hong Kong, this series aired on ViuTV on July 21, 2018. In Indonesia, this series aired on RTV (Indonesian TV channel) on October 9, 2018. In the Philippines, this series will set to air on TV5 soon.
See also
[edit]- Ultra Series - Complete list of official Ultraman-related shows.
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k "主人公はベリアルの息子！新TVシリーズ『ウルトラマンジード』テレビ東京系2017年7月8日(土)あさ9時より放送スタート！主演：濱田龍臣×シリーズ構成：乙一×メイン監督：坂本浩一" (in Japanese). m-78.jp. 2017-04-27. Retrieved 2017-04-27.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "１６歳・濱田龍臣「僕の幼稚園の頃の夢」ベリアルの息子「ウルトラマンジード」に抜てき" (in Japanese). Sports Hochi. 2017-04-27. Archived from the original on 2017-04-27. Retrieved 2017-04-27.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "「ジーッとしてても、ドーにもならねぇ！」ウルトラマンシリーズ最新作『ウルトラマンジード』メインキャスト発表！" (in Japanese). m-78.jp. 2017-06-01. Retrieved 2017-06-01.
- ^ a b c d e "ウルトラマンジード 公式サイト" (in Japanese). m-78.jp. Retrieved 2017-06-01.
- ^ "Ultraman Geed Series Revealed With Star Tatsuomi Hamada". Anime News Network. 2017-04-27. Retrieved 2017-04-27.
- ^ "Crunchyroll Adds "Ultraman Geed" Simulcast". Crunchyroll. 2017-07-08. Retrieved 2017-07-08.
- ^ "作品紹介 ウルトラマンベリアル" (in Japanese). m-78.jp. Retrieved 2017-07-02.
- ^ "Ultraman Geed". Amazon. Retrieved 2020-08-14.
- ^ "『劇場版 ウルトラマンジード つなぐぜ! 願い!!』 2018年3月10日(土)に公開決定！本仮屋ユイカさんが特撮初出演！主題歌はMay J.さんが担当！" (in Japanese). m-78.jp. 2017-11-23. Retrieved 2017-11-23.
- ^ "「ウルトラマンジード」劇場版公開、本仮屋ユイカがゲスト出演" (in Japanese). Natalie. 2017-11-23. Retrieved 2017-11-23.
- ^ "劇場版「ウルトラマンジード」18年3月10日公開！本仮屋ユイカが特撮初挑戦" (in Japanese). 映画.com. 2017-11-23. Retrieved 2017-11-23.
- ^ "「ウルトラマンジード」劇場版3月公開！本仮屋ユイカ、特撮初出演" (in Japanese). Cinema Today. 2017-11-23. Retrieved 2017-11-23.
- ^ a b "『オワリカラ・タカハシヒョウリのサブカル風来坊！！』 シリーズ構成・乙一に訊く「『ウルトラマンジード』では何が起こるのか？」" (in Japanese). spice.eplus. 2017-06-26. Retrieved 2017-07-02.
- ^ "Tsuburaya Productions Files 'Ultraman Jeed' Trademark". Anime News Network. 2017-03-06. Retrieved 2017-04-27.
- ^ a b "新シリーズ「ウルトラマンジード」は悪に落ちたウルトラマンの息子！ ７月スタート" (in Japanese). sankei. 2017-06-03. Retrieved 2017-07-02.
- ^ a b c d e f g h "【速報!!!】『ウルトラマンジード』メインキャストが発表！主人公の相棒・ペガッサ星人役は潘めぐみさん！" (in Japanese). hobby.dengeki.com. 2017-06-01. Retrieved 2017-06-01.
- ^ @matsuken_93 (2017-08-11). "許可いただいたのでお伝えします！ 『 #ウルトラマンジード..." (Tweet) (in Japanese). Retrieved 2017-08-12 – via Twitter.
External links
[edit]- Ultraman Geed at Tsuburaya Productions (in English)
- Ultraman Geed at Tsuburaya Productions (in Japanese)
- Ultraman Geed at TV Tokyo (in Japanese)
Ultraman Geed
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Plot and Setting
Synopsis
Ultraman Geed follows Riku Asakura, a young resident of Tsurugi City, who discovers he possesses extraordinary powers after encountering a monster attack. Fleeing the rampage of the kaiju Skullgomora alongside his alien companion Pega, Riku stumbles upon a hidden underground base 500 meters deep. There, the base's AI system REM equips him with the Geed Riser device and Ultra Capsules, enabling him to transform into the giant warrior Ultraman Geed. However, Geed's true nature is revealed as an artificial being created by the malevolent Ultraman Belial, positioning Riku as Belial's synthetic son and thrusting him into conflict with his inherited dark legacy while he strives to defend Earth.[5] The narrative unfolds through Riku's journey to collect additional Ultra Capsules, which allow Geed to fuse with the essences of other Ultra Warriors and assume varied combat forms to counter escalating threats. Central to the plot is Belial's resurrection and his manipulative schemes, including the mobilization of the Belial Army to conquer worlds, forcing Geed into battles that test his resolve against interstellar dangers. Other Ultra Warriors, such as Ultraman Zero, become key allies in these confrontations, supporting Geed's efforts amid broader cosmic conflicts.[3][6] The series culminates in Geed's decisive showdown with Belial, where Riku confronts and overcomes his identity crisis, embracing a path of justice that defies his genetic destiny through personal willpower and the bonds formed with his companions. This resolution underscores themes of self-determination and rejecting predetermined fate. Comprising 25 episodes, the show integrates episodic kaiju-of-the-week battles with an overarching serialized storyline.[7][2]Setting and Lore
The Ultraman series, including Ultraman Geed, is set within a vast fictional universe centered on the Land of Light, a crystal planet in Nebula M78 located three million light-years from Earth, serving as the homeworld of the Ultra Warriors—a race of giant, silver-skinned protectors who draw their energy from the Plasma Spark to defend the cosmos from threats.[8] These Ultras possess immense strength, flight capabilities, and energy-based abilities, often merging with human hosts or assuming humanoid forms to combat kaiju and alien invaders on planets like Earth. The lore emphasizes themes of inheritance, redemption, and interstellar conflict, with the Land of Light's Space Garrison functioning as a peacekeeping force against cosmic evils.[3] Central to Ultraman Geed's mythology is the antagonist Ultraman Belial, originally a revered Ultra Warrior from the Land of Light who fought alongside figures like Ultraman Ken (later known as Father of Ultra) during the ancient Ultimate Wars against the dark entity Alien Empera. Belial's fall began after the wars, driven by jealousy over Ken's promotion and a lust for power; he attempted to seize the Plasma Spark, leading to his corruption and transformation into a Reionics—a cybernetic being enhanced by alien technology that allows control over monsters via devices like the Giga Battlenizer. Exiled from the Land of Light, Belial established the Galactic Empire, launching invasions across the universe, including assaults on Earth and battles against the Inter Galactic Defense Force (ISDF), a branch of the Ultras' security organization dedicated to maintaining universal peace.[8][6][9] Ultraman Geed emerges as Belial's synthetic son, created from extracts of his father's Ultra genes using Reionics biotechnology, positioning him as an heir torn between his inherited dark legacy and a heroic destiny. This creation ties into Belial's experiments during his recovery from defeats by the ISDF, blending Ultra physiology with Reionics enhancements to produce offspring capable of wielding immense power. Geed's lore underscores the multiverse's interconnectedness, with his origins referencing prior events in series like Ultraman Orb, where fusion mechanics and cosmic artifacts first explored similar themes of inherited power.[9][3] Key to Geed's role are transformative technologies like the Ultra Capsules—small devices containing the essences of other Ultras or entities—and the Geed Riser, a belt-mounted gadget that scans two capsules to enable "fusion rise" transformations, such as the Primitive form derived from Belial and Ultraman capsules, granting hybrid abilities like enhanced strength and energy blasts. These mechanics integrate tokusatsu traditions with sci-fi cloning and destiny motifs, portraying Earth as a recurring battleground where alien invasions draw Ultra interventions amid human-alien collaborations. The ISDF monitors such threats, often clashing with Belial's empire, which deploys kaiju armies to conquer worlds.[3][6][10]Fictional Characters
Human Characters
Riku Asakura serves as the central human protagonist in Ultraman Geed, an orphaned teenager living in the shared residence known as Nebula House while working part-time at the Galaxy Market candy shop. Upbeat and aspiring to heroism inspired by his favorite action TV series Bakuretsu Senki Don Shine, Riku demonstrates optimism and determination in pursuing his dreams despite personal setbacks. His growth is marked by a strong emphasis on friendship and willpower, forming the emotional core of his journey as he navigates identity challenges tied to his lineage as the son of the notorious Ultraman Belial.[1][11] Laiha Toba emerges as a key ally to Riku, a proficient swordswoman residing at Nebula House who investigates anomalous events linked to a catastrophic disaster from six years prior. Her backstory intertwines with antagonistic forces associated with Belial, revealing deeper plot connections as the series progresses, which influence her motivations and alliances. Skilled in swordsmanship and hand-to-hand combat, Laiha provides steadfast support to Riku, contributing to their shared resolve through mutual trust and collaborative efforts in daily life.[11] Supporting Riku's everyday existence are his friends at the Galaxy Market, including shop owner Haruo Kume, who offers comic relief and a sense of normalcy amid extraordinary circumstances. Kume manages the candy shop where Riku works, fostering a lighthearted environment that grounds the protagonist in routine human interactions. Complementing this is Pega, an extraterrestrial from the Pegassa star disguised in human form, who lives with Riku after being rescued and assists at the shop; shy and timid, Pega excels in crafting artificial flowers and creates personal spaces like the "Dark Zone" for relaxation, adding warmth and humor to Riku's circle. These relationships highlight themes of found family and camaraderie.[12][11] Members of the Alien Investigation Bureau (AIB), such as Moa Aizaki, represent institutional support against extraterrestrial threats, providing technological resources and investigative expertise. Aizaki, Riku's childhood friend who once played hero games with him, works undercover as an insurance salesperson while handling alien-related cases alongside colleague Zena; her clumsy yet dedicated nature underscores the bureau's role in offering Riku practical aid and emotional ties from his past. Other AIB agents contribute to coordinated responses, emphasizing collective human resilience and resource-sharing in the face of global perils.[11] The series explores family dynamics through Riku's adoptive bonds at Nebula House, where residents like Laiha and Pega form a surrogate family, promoting his personal development via shared experiences and mutual encouragement. This network extends to the Igaguri family—Leito, Lumina, and Mayu—who befriend Riku and embody grounded familial warmth, further illustrating his evolution from isolation to embracing human connections as a source of strength.[11]Ultras and Kaiju
Ultraman Geed serves as the central protagonist, an artificial Ultra created from the genetic material of the villainous Ultraman Belial, inheriting his father's dark lineage while striving to embody justice.[3] His human host, Riku Asakura, transforms using the Geed Riser device and Ultra Capsules through a process called Fusion Rise, allowing him to assume various forms that combine powers from other Ultras.[3] Key forms include Primitive, his initial raw and powerful state; Royal Mega-Master, an enhanced mode granting superior combat prowess; and Ultimate Final, his pinnacle transformation for ultimate battles.[3] Notable abilities encompass the Wrecking Burst for explosive attacks.[3] Ultraman Belial functions as the primary antagonist and Geed's father, a fallen Ultra who embodies corruption and conquest after fusing with the energy entity Alien Reiblood, becoming a Reionics—a being capable of controlling monsters through dark essence.[6] In the series, Belial schemes to resurrect himself using stolen Ultra Capsules and his Giga Battlenizer to command an army of over 100 monsters, aiming to dominate the universe and exploit his son's power.[6] He achieves temporary revival by absorbing Geed's energy, evolving into the monstrous Belial Atrocious form, but is ultimately defeated and sealed in a dimensional void.[6] Belial leads the Belial Galactic Empire, a vast invasion force built after stealing the Plasma Spark Energy Core, deploying robot legions like Darklops and Legionoids to plunder resources such as Emerald Ore from planets.[13] Supporting Ultras provide crucial aid to Geed, often through cameos, fusions, or direct interventions. Ultraman Zero, a veteran warrior and Belial's longtime rival, mentors and battles alongside Geed, appearing prominently in the series and its film to counter Belial's threats.[14] Ultraman Orb joins in the movie Ultraman Geed The Movie: Connect the Wishes!, fusing powers to help repel invasions and support Geed's growth against overwhelming odds.[15] Other Ultras contribute via capsule fusions, enhancing Geed's versatility in combat. Key Kaiju and alien threats in the series include monsters summoned or created by Belial's forces, such as Zaigorg, a devilish beast that serves as an early antagonist, and Five King, a super combined Kaiju formed from five spark dolls (Fire Golza, Melba, Gan-Q, Reicubas, and Super C.O.V.), controlled to unleash multifaceted attacks drawing from its components.[16][16] Belial's creations, like fusion beasts enhanced by Reionics energy, amplify these dangers, allowing villains to manipulate Kaiju for large-scale destruction.[16] Ultraman Tregear emerges as a lieutenant-like figure in Belial's orbit, a rogue Ultra who, disillusioned by Belial's fall to darkness, spreads corruption by exploiting vulnerabilities in other beings.[17] He confronts Geed directly on Earth, allying indirectly with Belial's empire to sow chaos and question the nature of justice among Ultras.[17] Reionics represent enhanced alien entities infused with Reiblood, granting them Kaiju control and regenerative powers, with Belial as the archetype driving many conflicts.[9]Production
Development
Ultraman Geed was officially announced by Tsuburaya Productions on April 27, 2017, positioning it as the eighth entry in the Heisei-era Ultraman series and the 27th overall in the franchise.[18] The concept revolves around Riku Asakura, a teenage boy revealed to be the son of the antagonistic Ultraman Belial, who inherits his father's legacy while striving to become a hero by transforming into Ultraman Geed using the Geed Riser device.[18] This narrative explores themes of inherited conflict and personal redemption, drawing on Belial's established role as a major villain in prior Ultraman stories.[3] The creative team was led by director Koichi Sakamoto, known for his work on tokusatsu series like Kamen Rider Ghost, with series composition handled by Otsuichi, a novelist and screenwriter recognized for works such as Goth.[18][19] A key goal of the series was to advance the fusion mechanics introduced in the prior entry, Ultraman Orb, by incorporating Ultra Capsules that allow Geed to combine powers from other Ultras and kaiju for various forms, enhancing battle versatility and thematic depth.[3] This system was designed to appeal to a younger audience through integration with Bandai's toy line, including the DX Geed Riser and collectible Ultra Capsules, promoting interactive play that mirrors the on-screen transformations.[20] Pre-production began in early 2017, with Tsuburaya Productions filing the trademark for Ultraman Geed on February 13, building on the momentum from the franchise's 50th anniversary celebrations in 2016, which had revitalized the New Generation Heroes lineup.[18] The series premiered on July 8, 2017, on TV Tokyo, comprising 25 episodes that continued the anniversary-era push toward innovative storytelling and merchandise synergy.[1]Design and Effects
The suit designs for Ultraman Geed were crafted by Masayuki Gotô, who developed the multiple transformation forms for the titular Ultra, including Primitive, Fusion Rise variants, and the ultimate Royal Megamaster, emphasizing modular elements like capsule integrations for dynamic visual shifts during battles.[21] Ultraman Belial's suit received a redesign by the same artist to preserve visual familiarity from prior appearances while accommodating new fusion mechanics central to the series' narrative.[22] Special effects in Ultraman Geed combined practical suit performances with CGI. Practical effects dominated kaiju portrayals through detailed latex suits, allowing for physical interactions in fight choreography, while CGI enhanced explosive energy beams and environmental destruction.[23][24] The production introduced several original kaiju designs, drawing from classic Ultraman aesthetics like biomechanical structures and alien motifs but innovating with modern threats such as the robotic Zena and the crystalline King Joe variants, which incorporated metallic finishes and modular weaponry for heightened visual impact.[3] These upgrades in technology and resource allocation represented an evolution from earlier Ultra series, enabling more fluid integration of practical and digital effects.[4]Cast
Main Cast
Tatsuomi Hamada portrays Riku Asakura, the protagonist and human host of Ultraman Geed, in the series' lead role. This performance marked Hamada's tokusatsu debut as a central character, building on his earlier minor appearance in the 2010 film Ultraman Zero: The Revenge of Belial.[25] Chihiro Yamamoto plays Laiha Toba, Riku's fierce and action-oriented ally who wields a sword in combat and serves as a member of the Alien Investigation Bureau (AIB). Her role emphasizes physical prowess and loyalty within the core team dynamic.[21] Yuta Ozawa depicts Leito Igaguri, the host of Ultraman Zero, contributing to the narrative as a recurring ally with elements of comic relief through his earnest yet awkward demeanor in human interactions.[21] Mamoru Miyano provides the voice for Ultraman Zero, including during transformation sequences and key dialogues. Additionally, Yūki Ono voices Ultraman Belial, the antagonistic father figure whose presence influences the story's emotional core.[26] Megumi Han voices Pega, Riku's alien partner from the Pegassa species who aids him in his adventures.[26] Hideyoshi Iwata serves as the primary suit actor for Ultraman Geed, handling the hero's dynamic action sequences and fight choreography throughout the series.[21]Guest Cast
The guest cast of Ultraman Geed featured several performers in recurring and one-off roles, particularly voicing antagonists and portraying supporting human characters such as Inter Space Defense Force (ISDF) officers and alien disguises. Yuki Ono provided the voice for the recurring antagonist Ultraman Belial, appearing in seven episodes as the dark Ultra who influences key plot events through his genetic legacy and manipulations. Other recurring guests included Ken Okada, who portrayed a professor involved in scientific investigations across six episodes.[21] Episodic appearances highlighted actors in monster-of-the-week roles and alien antagonists, such as Hiroki Suzuki as Alien Shadow Kuroto, a scheming extraterrestrial in episodes 14 and 15.[27] Additional guests filled roles like ISDF officers, with performers such as Kenji Masaki appearing as Joji Osumi in investigative scenes.[21] Special cameos incorporated archival footage from prior Ultraman series, featuring veteran actors like Susumu Kurobe as Shin Hayata to evoke franchise continuity in pivotal moments.[28] The casting emphasized diversity by including child actors in flashback sequences, alongside idols and young performers to broaden appeal to juvenile audiences.[29]Television Series
Overview
Ultraman Geed is a Japanese tokusatsu television series produced by Tsuburaya Productions, consisting of 25 episodes each running approximately 25 minutes. The series aired every Saturday at 9:00 a.m. on TV Tokyo from July 8, 2017, to December 23, 2017.[2][30][31] The narrative structure blends standalone episodes featuring individual monster confrontations with a serialized storyline centered on the protagonist Riku Asakura's heritage as the son of the villainous Ultraman Belial, incorporating cliffhangers that escalate tension toward the series finale.[3][32] Production adhered to a rigorous schedule aligned with the weekly broadcast, with principal filming wrapping up in September 2017 to ensure timely delivery, while integrating elements like the Ultra Capsules directly into the plot to coincide with Bandai's toy releases.[33][34] Promotions for the series were handled through Tsuburaya Productions' official portal m-78.jp, which provided episode previews, character details, and updates, alongside live events and merchandise tie-ins to engage fans during the run.[35]Episodes
Ultraman Geed aired 25 episodes on TV Tokyo from July 8 to December 23, 2017, each approximately 25 minutes in length.[2] The series was primarily directed by Koichi Sakamoto, who helmed key installments including the premiere and several mid-season episodes, with additional direction from Masayoshi Takesue, Ryûichi Ichino and others.[36] Writers included Hirotaka Adachi (as Otsuichi), Uiko Miura, Chisao Yanai, and Toshizo Nemoto, contributing to scripts that advanced Riku Asakura's journey as Ultraman Geed through kaiju battles and personal growth.[21] Viewership ratings for individual episodes were not widely published, though the series maintained steady audience engagement typical of the tokusatsu genre.[37] The following table lists all episodes with English titles (translated from Japanese), original air dates where documented, directors and writers (noted where specified in production credits), notable kaiju debuts or fusions, and brief spoiler-free overviews focusing on threats, forms used, and arc elements.| No. | Title | Air Date | Director | Writer | Key Elements (Kaiju/Fusions) | Brief Overview |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welcome to the Secret Base | July 8, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Hirotaka Adachi | Skull Gomora (debut) | Riku Asakura discovers his powers and transforms into Ultraman Geed for the first time to confront the rampaging Skull Gomora, marking the premiere's introduction of the hero's origins and initial challenges.[38][39] |
| 2 | The Girl Who Cuts Monsters | July 15, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Hirotaka Adachi | Dada | As public fear grows over Geed's resemblance to Belial, Riku teams with a sword-wielding alien hunter to track and battle the deceptive Dada, exploring early themes of trust and identity.[38][39] |
| 3 | Salaryman Zero | July 22, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Hirotaka Adachi | Darklops Zero | Geed faces difficulties against the mechanical Darklops Zero until Ultraman Zero intervenes, highlighting alliance tensions and Riku's inexperience in combat.[38][39][40] |
| 4 | A Job Where You Investigate Aliens | July 29, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Hirotaka Adachi | Alien Pitt Tri-Tip | The AIB investigates an alien with a Little Star, leading Geed to protect innocents from escalating threats tied to hidden artifacts.[39][40] |
| 5 | Partners | August 5, 2017 | Ryûichi Ichino | Uiko Miura | Moko | A comedian's alien partner with healing abilities draws AIB attention, forcing Geed to balance friendship and duty amid a kaiju emergence.[38][39][41] |
| 6 | So That I Can Be Me | August 12, 2017 | Ryûichi Ichino | Uiko Miura | Thunder Killer; Geed Claw form | Geed unlocks a new claw-based fusion to counter Thunder Killer, emphasizing self-acceptance and growth in Riku's abilities.[39][42] |
| 7 | Sacrifice | August 19, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Hirotaka Adachi | Galactron | Riku and allies fall into a trap involving the robotic Galactron, testing themes of sacrifice and heroism as Zero faces a dire choice.[38][39] |
| 8 | Going Beyond Fate | August 26, 2017 | Masayoshi Takesue | Uiko Miura | Ultraman Zero Beyond form | Leito confronts his predetermined path, leading to an evolved Zero form in a battle that pushes Geed's limits and arc progression.[39] |
| 9 | The Sword of an Oath | September 2, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Chisao Yanai | Tyrant | Geed and Zero safeguard a young girl with a Little Star from Tyrant, while interpersonal conflicts deepen within the team.[38][39] |
| 10 | I Read Minds | September 9, 2017 | Masayoshi Takesue | Toshizo Nemoto | Zandrias, Alien Zobetai Nabia | A psychic alien aids the AIB against Zandrias, revealing secrets that strain team dynamics and advance Riku's personal revelations.[38][39] |
| 11 | The Geed Identity | September 16, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Hirotaka Adachi | Pedanium Zetton | Riku grapples with his heritage in a confrontation against the powerful Pedanium Zetton, marking a pivotal identity crisis in the narrative.[39] |
| 12 | My Name | September 23, 2017 | Masayoshi Takesue | Uiko Miura | N/A | After a defeat, Riku reflects on his purpose through past events, rebuilding resolve without major kaiju action to progress character arcs.[38][39] |
| 13 | Restore Memories | September 30, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Chisao Yanai | N/A | Riku and Pega's antics cause memory issues for an ally, leading to a review of adventures that hints at larger threats like Belial's influence.[38][39] This mid-season episode features the Belial reveal's buildup through subtle arc progression. |
| 14 | Shadows of Shadows | October 7, 2017 | Masayoshi Takesue | Toshizo Nemoto | Zegun, Alien Ckalutch, Kuruto | Suspicious shadows emerge as Moa partners with a new ally, uncovering layers of deception in the ongoing alien investigations.[39] |
| 15 | Child of Battle | October 14, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Hirotaka Adachi | N/A | Riku ventures into an alternate realm to rescue a teammate, facing battles that tie into his combative lineage without new fusions.[39] |
| 16 | The First Day of the End of the World | October 21, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Otsuichi | Alien Godola, Chimeraberus | Little Star carriers are targeted as signs of Belial's return loom, with Geed protecting against Chimeraberus in a high-stakes escalation.[36][39] |
| 17 | The King's Miracle! Time to Change Fate!! | October 28, 2017 | Masayoshi Takesue | Uiko Miura | N/A | Trapped by a chimeric foe, Geed receives aid from a regal figure, altering fate in a turning point for the series' conflict.[39] |
| 18 | Inheritor of the Dream | November 4, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Chisao Yanai | Zaigorg, Legionoid Dada Customize | An antagonist regains memories to pursue Belial's agenda, as Geed battles customized threats to safeguard dreams and futures.[43][39] |
| 19 | Nebula House Invasion | November 11, 2017 | Masayoshi Takesue | Toshizo Nemoto | Mecha Gomora | An invasion targets the team's base, forcing escapes and counterattacks with mechanical Gomora highlighting vulnerability.[39] |
| 20 | The 10:00 AM Monster Bird | November 18, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Hirotaka Adachi | Star Bem Gyeron, Lecuum | A recurring avian kaiju disrupts daily life, requiring persistent Geed interventions to maintain normalcy amid rising tensions.[39] |
| 21 | Pega Runs Away from Home | November 25, 2017 | Masayoshi Takesue | Uiko Miura | Gubila | After a team quarrel, Pega faces dangers alone against Gubila, underscoring bonds and reconciliation in the arc.[39] |
| 22 | Repossession | December 2, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Chisao Yanai | King Galactron | Deceptions lead to capsule thefts, pitting Geed against an upgraded Galactron and questioning loyalties.[38][39] |
| 23 | The Sturm's Light | December 9, 2017 | Masayoshi Takesue | Toshizo Nemoto | Belial Atrocious (debut) | A climactic challenge unfolds in a remote location, introducing evolved threats that test Geed's protective resolve.[39] |
| 24 | The Fragments of Hope | December 16, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Hirotaka Adachi | N/A | Despair spreads from a returned antagonist, as Geed rallies hopes in battles that build to the finale.[38][39] |
| 25 | The Symbol of Geed | December 23, 2017 | Koichi Sakamoto | Uiko Miura | Belial Atrocious | The series culminates in Geed's ultimate confrontation against Belial, resolving arcs through fusions and willpower in the finale battle.[39] |