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8 Interesting Facts About the 'KAMEN RIDER BLACK RX' Series, a Legendary Tokusatsu That Lasts to This Day

8 Interesting Facts About the 'KAMEN RIDER BLACK RX' Series, a Legendary Tokusatsu That Lasts to This Day

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8 Interesting Facts About the 'KAMEN RIDER BLACK RX' Series, a Legendary Tokusatsu That Lasts to This Day

Kamen Rider Black Rx, a tokusatsu series that premiered in 1987, is one of the most iconic Kamen Riders remembered by the 80s and 90s generation. The main character, Kohtaro Minami, became a symbol of courage and the fight against evil. Here are 8 interesting facts about Kamen Rider Black that you must know:

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Kamen Rider Black is the last series of the Showa era before the franchise transitioned to the Heisei era. This series brought a darker and more serious tone compared to its predecessors.

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Kohtaro Minami is a young man who was kidnapped by the evil organization Gorgom along with his brother, Nobuhiko Akizuki. They were forced to become candidates for the Eternal King, but Kohtaro managed to escape and become Kamen Rider Black.

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The main conflict in this series is the battle between Kohtaro and Nobuhiko, who is transformed into Shadow Moon by Gorgom. The family bond and their divergent paths make the story even more emotional.

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The design of Kamen Rider Black is one of the most memorable, featuring a glossy black body, green accents, and a more modern grasshopper motif. His belt, the Kingstone, is a symbol of Kohtaro's power.

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Kamen Rider Black became one of the first series to be imported to various countries, including Indonesia. This series is very popular in Southeast Asia and has become a childhood icon for many people.

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Kohtaro does not act alone—he is accompanied by Battle Hopper, a sophisticated motorcycle that is loyal to him. Battle Hopper has an emotional bond with Kohtaro and often helps in critical situations.

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The story of Kohtaro Minami continues in Kamen Rider Black RX, which showcases a new transformation with more advanced abilities. However, many fans consider the Black series to be deeper and stronger in terms of storytelling.

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The theme songs "Kamen Rider Black" and "Long Long Ago 20th Century" became one of the major attractions. The music conveys the heroic atmosphere and struggles of Kohtaro Minami.