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[Narrator] Zoids!

Equipped with a metal body, animal instincts,

and a fighting spirit,

these fierce creatures roam the world

and rule it with their iron might!

But when a human joins forces with a Zoid,

they form an unmatchable bond and

unlock a hidden power that knows no limits!

They call it... Wild Blast!

♪ Zoids Wild! ♪

♪ Zoids Wild! ♪

What's this?

[Quade] That's a Zoid Key!

You feel that? That power inside you?

[determined yell]

You're actually doing it, kid.

Your very first Wild Blast.

You asked for it! Now it's yours!

[battle cry]

Minions, away!

[flying yell]

[pained groan]

[angry growl]

Behind us!

[pained yell]

Hey! Wrong way! Turn around!

He can't control him.

The King of the Zoids won't be tamed so easily after all.

Kid's got a long way to go.

Right on cue!

Let's show him how Deleters do their deleting!

Man! They're coming quick!

We gotta bounce buddy!

[worried gasp]

[worried yell]

[cocky laugh]

Look out! Three o'clock!

[attacking grunt]

[pained yell]

Are you ignoring me or something?

[worried gasp]

[Arashi] No! This is it!

[shocked gasp]

[Quade] Would you look at that!

I'm two for two for saving ya. You're welcome.

[annoyed growl]

Where did he come from?

[whimpering]

They brought the whole cast...

Hey, sorry we're late!

Sup, Quade.

Ah, I see you've got some company.

Yeah. They've been keeping me entertained.

[frustrated growl]

How dare they crash my show!

Let's roll out!

[fleeing cries]

What a shame.

They should've stayed for dinner.

Yeah, well they don't look all that hungry to me.

Whoa. That was wild.

[Pach] Is that the missing Zoid or am I dreaming again?

You're wide-awake, Pach.

I see him too.

Wait! Is he Liger's rider now?

So that's your name.

Liger.

I should've introduced myself earlier!

I'm Arashi! Nice to meet you!

[roar]

[worried yell]

[worried gasps]

[wobbling cries]

Stop. Hey!

[wobbling cries]

If you're trying to get on my nerves then it's working!

Hey, chill out!

He's heading for that boulder!

[terrified yell]

Hey kid; it's time to get off!

Zaber!

Someone needs to calm him down!

Good luck whoever does that!

Hey. Cut it out, okay?

Well done...

But you still have a lot to learn!

[yell]

You're heavier than you look.

What gives?

I thought that...

We...

Sure, fall asleep in my arms why don'tcha.

You can't blame him.

It takes an enormous amount of energy to pull off a Wild Blast.

On top of that it was his first time.

He must be exhausted.

[Gaffer] You're telling me you bonded with a Zoid?

Uh-huh. Pretty cool, huh?

We took on these weirdos from the Dark Metal Empire

and chased 'em outta town!

I'll admit it: that is impressive.

Right outta town? Really?

It was so sweet!

You shoulda seen their faces when

they were running away from me!

Taking the credit, huh?

That's rich.

Maybe next time we won't come to the rescue,

see how he does on his own...

Well, the point is I found the Liger

and we're already best buds!

So, I guess we're all gonna pretend

he didn't throw you off his back?

[annoyed grunt]

Hey! We still have some kinks to work out!

And did I mention how I figured out how to

turn on his Wild Gas mode?

[giggle]

Good try,

but I think the term you're looking for is Wild Blast.

What are we talking about?

It's a little bit complicated but I'd be happy to explain.

Zoids have hidden strength.

The problem is they can't release it on their own.

They need a human connection.

Plus in order to access that power,

they have to synchronize their feelings with their rider.

Once that happens you get a Zoid Key.

[Quade] The fact that you have one is proof that

you and Liger have formed a bond.

Pretty sick, huh, Grampa?

No it isn't! I will not stand for it.

Send that monster away!

In your dreams!

You can't go around on some giant metal jungle cat;

it's not safe!

Listen, it's not my fault you're afraid of everything.

Watch your tone!

Blah blah blah you're not the boss of me.

[annoyed grunt]

[Gaffer] I am the boss of you...

[Arashi] Give me some space, will ya?

You're always looking out for my best interests or whatever...

[sigh]

Here we go again...

Nah nah nah, I'm Grampa;

Zoids stink and so do I!

He makes so mad!

Yo! What's shakin' best friend?

[roar]

Hey! What's your problem?!

Why don't the two of us just go for a little walk

around the village?

It'll be fun. Trust me!

[flying cry]

[pained groan]

Man, not cool!

We're buddies, aren't we?

If we wanna perfect our Wild Blast,

we gotta practice.

I brought the key!

[roar]

Okay...

Fine. We'll do it your way!

[pained groan]

[Arashi] Let me on!

Whoa! I could watch this all day;

I've never seen a Zoid reject his rider like that before.

[Dyna] They definitely had a connection.

Was it just a one-time thing?

Probably; let's finish the mission and scoop up Liger.

Not yet. We don't know if the bond's fully broken.

[pained yell]

Gimme a break!

[roar]

I feel like this is all the proof we need.

If that's the case why hasn't he run back into the forest?

[considering grunts]

[frustrated yell]

[Arashi] This doesn't have to be so hard!

Know what?

You've got some serious growing up to do.

[annoyed growl]

[Villager] What are they still doing here?

It's not safe;

you never know when they're going to attack...

They're wild beasts;

anyone who thinks they can tame one is kidding themselves.

I know; you'd have to be delusional.

[Villager] When will they ever learn?

How long has Ikazuchi been gone now?

Like three years?

That sounds about right;

at this point we should just accept that

he's not coming back.

I hate to say it like this but that's what happens when

you go off and play with Zoids.

[Arashi] Take it back!

My dad is still out there!

Him and Grax are doing fine!

[Arashi] He's on an adventure because

he's not scared of the world like everyone else is!

He's my hero!

One day I'm gonna grow up to be just like him!

I'll even have my own Zoid!

Filthy beasts. C'mon.

[Meta Data] Yes. Of course we found

the Liger but it sort of snuck off.

[Drake] What?!

First you made a move without waiting for reinforcements?

Then you let it get away?!

[Meta Data] My deepest apologies, Mister Drake!

It did a Wild Blast and my crew wasn't prepared for that kinda--

Spare me!

Sir!

[Drake] Your backup is on its way.

They should be connecting with you soon.

[Drake] The mission's the same.

I want that Zoid captured and I want it done tonight!

Don't come back without it!

[Meta Data] Absolutely. Your wish is--

[Drake] A Wild Blast.

Interesting.

[Arashi] Can't stop me now!

Your rider's on his way!

This time I've got you!

[alarmed yell]

[pained groan]

[Arashi] Plan B. Dig, dig, dig, dig, dig, dig, dig!

[pained grunt]

[Arashi] Plan C, let's go...

[alarmed yell]

[Arashi] Plan G, let's--

[pained yell]

[Arashi] Plan W--

[worried yell]

[coughing]

Hey! You gonna start helping soon?

I'm running outta letters here!

Does anybody know how long he's been up to this?

I lost track. It's been too much fun!

Think you're smart, huh? Well you're not.

I will get on. Even if it's the last thing I do!

[Quade] Listen kid.

For the zillionth time, my name is Arashi!

You can drop the attitude.

Why don't we step back and have a chat?

[Quade] When I first met Zaber Fang,

I had to go through the same thing you're dealing with now.

[noticing grunt]

I was completely on my own then.

I had to figure everything out for myself.

[Quade] I'll admit, it wasn't easy.

Every day was a struggle.

But the hope that things could change

for the better is what kept me going.

And finally, I was given a chance.

At first Zaber Fang and I didn't get along.

It was because my heart wasn't ready to form a bond.

Why's that?

Zoids reflect the emotional energy you put out.

My energy was a mess.

But things are different for me!

I already know the whole spiel about bonding with a Zoid.

I've got an open heart that I'm willing to share with Liger.

That's it, right?

Who taught you about all this stuff?

My dad!

Is that so?

[Ikazuchi] Having some trouble there, sport?

[Ikazuchi] If you want that Zoid to trust you,

you're going to have to share something with him.

Open your heart.

[Quade] There's no way.

Is that the same guy who taught me?

I keep telling him I wanna go for a ride with him!

But he's not listening to me!

Well then...

Maybe you missed something...

Have you been listening to him?

What's he saying?

Zoids want riders who care.

If all you want is to ride around on his back

you're not ready.

Not even close.

[Arashi] Wait!

You said you wanted things to change.

So did they? For you and Zaber Fang?

They did. We went all around the world together.

I saw that my problems weren't as big as I used to think.

Then I continued my search.

Hang on. Are you trying to find something?

[excited laugh]

Yeah, trying. Treasure!

Y'mean you've been a pirate this whole time?

No.

They say that whoever can find Ancient Treasure Z

will wield the power to take over the planet.

Then why are you after it?

Ah-ha!

I shoulda known that you and your swashbuckling buddies

were nothing but a boat-load of trouble!

I told you; I'm not a pirate!

Gimme one good reason I should believe you!

You're telling me you're not even a bit curious?

I just wanna solve the mystery.

[interested breath]

[Gaffer] Reading that old thing, huh?

Are you planning on leaving me behind?

Living your life with monsters?

Grampa they're called Zoids, okay?!

I'm going on an adventure just like Dad did!

He never came back, Arashi!

[Gaffer] Your father made mistakes and

I won't let you make the same ones.

[Gaffer] Not on my watch.

[annoyed grunt]

You just don't get it.

Smells weird. Like Grampa's cooking.

[Arashi] That looks bad.

You're sure it's not just smoke?

[Arashi] Those flames are as tall as Liger!

What do you think could cause a fire like that?

Maybe the Dark Metal Empire!

You might be right.

So ya think it was them?

[worried chatter]

[Gaffer] If it keeps burning like this,

there won't be a forest left!

[Quade] We'll take care of it.

[Quade] Take Grax to the outskirts of the blaze

and stop it from spreading!

You're going to go down there?

You betcha; it's our way of saying thanks!

It's the least we can do.

Are you ready to head on out?

Hold on!

What if one of you gets injured?

[Shade] That's a risk we're gonna have to take.

[Arashi] Alright buddy, we're heading out.

This is our big chance to prove ourselves.

[roar]

Are you with me or what?

Trying to corner me, huh?

[pained groan]

[pained yell]

[shocked gasp]

Gotcha. You good?

Yeah thanks.

Stellar, 'cuz I've got my hands full

trying to put out these flames;

they're getting outta control.

[Shade] Dyna's running low on water supply.

Tremor and the others should be on their way!

Keep up the good work!

Will do!

[Deleter] Got an update boss.

I think Liger's been left alone in the village.

That's perfect. Just as we rehearsed it.

[Gaffer] Arashi, what do you think you're doing?!

I'm going out to help them!

Know your limits. You're not strong enough.

Oh, no! They're here!

Oh, there it is: the apple of my eye, ready to be plucked.

No, Liger's mine!

Oh ho! This one's got some fire in his belly;

Let's see if we can squelch it out of him.

Reality check!

I may be small but I know how to put up a fight!

Don't give him ideas!

Grampa, get out of here!

Too late for that!

[evil chuckle]

Let him go!

Now we both have something that the other wants.

I wonder if he powers up the way yours does!

[pained yell]

Leave him alone!

Why? I think there's a spark between us!

I'll be okay. You have to save the village.

They need you, Arashi!

Do something!

[evil laugh]

[pained yell]

[frustrated growl]

Have you been listening to him?

What's he saying?

Zoids want riders who care!

[realizing gasp]

Oh man... That's why. I get it now.

[Arashi] You're mad at me because I almost gave up on you.

[Arashi] I got scared in that last battle...

I tried to jump off of you.

[Arashi] I let you down.

I was supposed to stick with you no matter what.

I'm so sorry. I'm the worst.

I'll make it up to you but first I need your help!

Grampa's in big trouble! I can't save him alone!

Arashi... I'm fine...

Pipe down, puppet.

[pained howl]

[yell]

I'm with you one hundred percent. I promise!

This is getting boring; don't make me spice things up!

[roar]

Uh oh! What's happening?!

[alarmed yell]

[warm chuckle]

I like the sound of that! Yo! You're toast!

[roar]

Do you really the think the tables will turn that easily.

[scared cry]

[Arashi] You doing okay?

Please don't do this.

This village needs to be taught respect.

[Meta Data] You know what to do!

Yes sir!

You ready, Liger?

[roar]

Check it out, Grampa!

Feast your eyes on a little move that I like to call Wild Blast!

[Arashi] Liger! Fire up!

You and me, together to the end!

Let's turn these goons into mincemeat!

[battle cry]

[Arashi] Unleash Wild Blast!

Send 'em to the scrapyard!

Time to show 'em what we're made of!

[Arashi] Go for it!

King Claw!

This is bad! Retreat! Retreat!

[fleeing cries]

[thrilled chuckle]

I'm too late...

You're becoming just like your father.

[Shade] It's official; the fire is out!

Mission accomplished.

The rest of the team is on its way.

[Quade] Excellent. Great job.

We rocked it!

When we work together no one can mess with us!

[roar]

It was looking iffy for a while but

I guess they were able to patch things up.

[chuckle]

Wow, did you see the look on their faces

when they were running away?

I mean they were wearing masks, but still!

[roar]

Hello! Same team here!

Liger's coming with me, you understand that?

[shocked gasp]

[music]

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