A Relationship Lovelorn! A Dangerous Demon is Born!
- Original Airdate: September 26, 2021
Written by: Hanta Kinoshita
Directed by: Teruaki Sugihara
Summary
Even though the gunman was arrested, the Kong Vistamp didn't actually belong to him! Now Fenix and the Igarashis are on a manhunt to find the Vistamp before another incident occurs. However, Daiji's anger at his brother starts to boil over, causing cracks in their relationship as the search continues. Meanwhile, the Deadmans have found another way to revive even more elite demons, spelling more trouble for our heroes. Who's the true holder of the Kong Vistamp? Will Daiji and Ikki be able to mend their relationship before it's too late?
Tropes
- Ambiguous Situation: Despite saying it's a Happy Ending, Vice notices Ikki disappearing from an old photo with Daiji, realizing something as he does an Evil Laugh to himself.
- Both Sides Have a Point: During their brotherly quarrel in the episode, Daiji rightfully calls out Ikki on being indecisive when it comes to being a Rider, while Ikki points out that it's not his fault Daiji can't use the Revice Driver and become a Rider himself.
- Despair Event Horizon: Ayaka is finally pushed over the edge by her mother's neglect and the Deadmen's poisonous influence, becoming a demon herself and kidnapping her sister.
- Heel Realization: Ayaka's mother realizes how terrible she is to her daughter, with some prodding from Ikki.
- "I Know You're in There Somewhere" Fight: Ikki tries to call out to Ayaka while fighting her. It doesn't have much effect until her mother also joins in.
- One-Winged Angel: Ayaka becomes the first person on-screen to awaken to her advanced contract, merging her with her Kong Deadman and escalating the situation.
- Villainous BSoD: Ayaka breaks down into a sobbing heap after her mother's heartfelt apology, allowing the demon to take over and go on a rampage.
- Wham Shot: At the end, Vice notices Ikki disappearing from a photo of him and Daiji.
- What Is This Thing You Call "Love"?: Vice spoofs this question by asking if love is something tasty and demanding some from Ikki, much to the latter's annoyance.
- What the Hell, Hero?: Daiji questions his brother's dedication to being a Kamen Rider after Ikki allows Ayaka to awaken to an advanced contract and kidnap her sister. Ikki then fires back by asking why he isn't the one transforming then.
