Takatora Kureshima is Mitchy's older brother and the research leader at the Yggdrasill Corporation. He has the power to transform into Kamen Rider Zangetsu. He often serves as a troublesome opponent for Kouta in battle.
Throughout the story, Kamen Rider Zangetsu has several interesting forms. What are they? Check out the full discussion below to find out!
1. Melon Arms
Melon Arms is Zangetsu's primary form, accessed through the Melon Lockseed and Sengoku Driver. In this form, he possesses superior strength compared to other Riders.
Kamen Rider Zangetsu is equipped with a weapon called the Melon Defender. He can both attack and defend himself from enemy attacks. He also possesses several signature finishers, such as the Mujin Kick and the Melon Musou Zan.
2. Melon Energy Arms
Melon Energy Arms is an upgraded form of Kamen Rider Zangetsu, accessed through the Genesis Driver and the Melon Energy Lockseed. In this form, he is also known as Zangetsu Shin.
This form drastically increases the power of Zangetsu's punches and kicks. He also uses a new weapon, the Sonic Arrow. With this weapon, he can unleash a deadly technique called Sonic Volley.
3. Mango Arms
Mango Arms is essentially an additional form of Kamen Rider Baron. However, this form can later be accessed by Kamen Rider Zangetsu in Kamen Rider Gaim Hyper Battle DVD: Fresh Orange Arms is Born!.
In this form, Kamen Rider Zangetsu is armed with the Mango Punisher. He has an affinity for this form, stating that it focuses on strength.
4. Watermelon Arms
Next, there is a form called Watermelon Arms that appears exclusively in Gaim Gaiden: Kamen Rider Zangetsu. This form is accessed by Zangetsu using the Watermelon Lockseed, which is still in its experimental phase.
After accessing this form, Zangetsu gains unique armor inspired by watermelons. He is also equipped with a weapon called the Watermelon Gatling. Zangetsu only uses this form to fight Kamen Rider Idunn.
5. Kachidoki Arms
Kachidoki Arms is essentially a super form accessed by Kamen Rider Gaim. Interestingly, Zangetsu is able to transform into this form after obtaining the Shin Kachidoki Lockseed.
In this form, Zangetsu sports armor that looks very dashing and fresh. Furthermore, his fighting prowess is significantly enhanced. He is armed with the Hinawatenka-DJ-Ju and is capable of unleashing the devastating Maskmelon Raging Wave attack.