The episode introduces us to Shinji Kido, portrayed with infectious earnestness by Takamasa Suga. Shinji is not a scientist, a police officer, or a chosen warrior of destiny. He is an intern at the ORE Journal, a slightly disreputable news outlet. This career choice is significant; Shinji is defined by his desire to seek the truth and protect others, yet he works in a profession often associated with sensationalism.
Decades later, "The Birth of Dragredder" remains one of the strongest pilots in the franchise's history, inviting viewers into a world where looking in the mirror might be the most dangerous thing you do. kamen rider ryuki ep 1