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On July 19, 2026, the highly anticipated first entry of "PROJECT R.E.D.," Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity , aired its final episode (Episode 22). Immediately after the broadcast, social media was flooded with intense reactions, ranging from passionate praise to confusion, as fans analyzed the ending and theorized about what lies ahead. "Broken Masks" and Dark Developments Divide the Fanbase One of the most notable aspects of this series was its grim, serious tone, which pushed the protagonist, Reiji Dojo, to his absolute limits. The brutal battle scenes went far beyond the traditional "broken mask" trope—where a hero's helmet is partially shattered—and the debut of an exclusive, high-stakes form born from these trials became a major talking point. Enthusiastic fans shared their excitement, with comments like "Reiji is incredibly cool" and "I couldn't take my eyes off the screen until the very end." However, the series also dr...

Toei has announced that Kakusei Hunter Omega Horn , the second installment in its new tokusatsu (special effects) franchise "PROJECT R.E.D.," will premiere on the TV Asahi network on July 26, 2026. Along with the announcement, Toei released the main visual, a teaser promotional video, and revealed the five main cast members, including lead actor Hijiri Narahara, sparking immense buzz across social media. Many tokusatsu fans expressed surprise at the news that the project's first installment, Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity , would wrap up after only a six-month run (two quarters, or "cours"). While some voiced disappointment, saying, "It’s sad to see Gavan end in just half a year" and "It’s too short-lived," anticipation for the upcoming series has quickly skyrocketed. Kakusei Hunter Omega Horn centers around a unique "hunter battle" concept featuring mismatched buddy pairings of humans and giant "Horned Beasts" (known...

Toei has announced that Kakusei Hunter Omega Horn , the second installment of its new "PROJECT R.E.D." initiative, will begin broadcasting on the TV Asahi network on July 26, 2026. Along with this announcement, it was revealed that the currently airing first installment, Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity (hereafter Super Gavan ), will conclude its run in July. The news of such an early finale has sparked a wave of surprise and bittersweet reactions across social media. A Six-Month Sprint: Fans Sad to See Super Gavan End So Soon Unlike traditional Toei tokusatsu (special effects) series, which typically air for a full year, Super Gavan has adopted a shorter, roughly six-month (two-season) broadcast cycle. On social media, fans lamented the swift departure, with comments like, "I'm so sad Gavan is already ending in July," and "I wanted to see more of Reiji Dojo and the rest of the wonderful cast." At the same time, the fanbase’s passion is reaching a...