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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! ♪

Hello! Same team here!

[amused grunt]

Liger's coming with me, you understand that?

[shocked gasp]

[Arashi] Hate to burst your bubble

but I am not giving you Liger!

Please, this is a legendary Zoid we're talking about.

He needs a real rider.

Wait! What'd you say?

Hey, it's the truth.

Enough chitchat; hand him over.

[angry growl]

You battle me, right here, right now!

Huh? This is a joke.

It wouldn't be fair to beat a kid!

[angry growl]

You're going down!

[roar]

[battle cry]

[pained groan]

Huh? What's wrong?!

[Arashi] Unleash Wild Blast!

Wild Blast! Wild Blast!

[Arashi] Wild Blast!

Wild... Blas-

Oh, bedtime.

After what they went through, no wonder they're exhausted!

[snoring]

[Dyna] Quade!

You can't seriously take Liger away from him can you?

One more try...

Wild Blast...

I can. The stakes...

[Quade] They're too high.

[snoring]

[startled groan]

Wait! I'm coming!

[groan]

But first I gotta eat.

I see you're awake.

I knew this Zoid would be a bad influence.

All you do now is eat, sleep, and play

with a giant metal monster!

[alarmed grunt]

Liger!

I hafta get to him before Quade can take him away!

[Gaffer] Calm down.

Finish breakfast; he's outside.

What? He is?

[laugh]

Close one!

Are you planning on keeping that creature?

Well I'm his rider!

You keeping those eyebrows?

[disapproving exhale]

Look, if you think I'm just gonna toss him aside

then you're dreaming; give it a break, okay!

Whatever McJudgy Pants!

[Gaffer] Thank you... for saving me.

Is there anything you wanna add about how awesome my Zoid is?

[Gaffer] No.

[excited chatter]

[excited chatter]

I hope you've worked up an appetite

because we've got lunch!

Perfect timing.

Go take a break; you've already done plenty.

Don't mind if I do.

Would either of you like an apple?

That would make my day!

I've never said no to food!

Ha! I haven't seen the village this excited since

the new ice cream shop finally opened up!

[excited chatter]

Did you get scared yesterday?

Nah!

I just knew it, you're so brave!

Yeah, I guess, sure!

I come in peace.

I thought we talked about this.

Come on!

I'm gonna be Liger's rider whether you want me to or not

so make like a bridge and get over it!

Wait a second...

The way I see it, you owe me a battle.

[Pach] Take it easy!

Don't bite off more than you can chew,

you know you can't beat Quade!

Can too!

[Arashi] Where did Tremor and Grax go?

Oh, uh, they took off.

Took off? To where?

[Scrapes] I don't know. Some quest.

So he just left you behind?

We may be a crew but we don't do everything together dude.

As a matter of fact we often work solo.

That's right. Sometimes we join forces.

Other times we go our own way.

Okay, but when you're wandering the world alone

don't you sometimes worry

you'll never get to see all of your friends again?

We all find each other one way or another.

Howdya do that?

We've got a special bond.

Wherever we may end up...

We're still teammates.

I don't get it...

Well on that note I'm heading out too.

[Arashi] Huh?

You're kidding, right?

Don't you wanna witness me

putting the great Quade in his place?

I can defeat you in my sleep.

There's nothing to worry about;

Shade's sticking around so you'll still have an audience.

That's all I need.

He can spread the word when I squash you like a bug!

[Pach] See ya!

Say goodbye to your Grampa for us.

Sure. Can do!

[Dyna] It was great meeting you.

Catch up soon?

[Arashi] You bet!

Now about that fight...

[Quade] Hey kid!

Come with me! Time to train!

[Arashi] Excuse me?!

You heard.

As it stands now I'd beat you without batting an eye.

[angry growl]

[Arashi] So you think you're tough huh?

I know it.

Let's see if you can walk the walk!

Really? You're launching straight into a Wild Blast?

Huh?

[Quade] It takes up a massive amount of energy.

Remember how exhausted you were last night?

Well, it's just as draining for Liger.

[Quade] Consider the consequences of your choices.

Zoids need time to recover.

You can't rely on one move.

I'm ready for you.

You have no idea what you're in for!

Enough chitchat.

We've got training to do!

That's not good!

[falling yell]

You're failing; Hard.

I don't know man;

I feel like I was pretty close that time.

No you weren't.

Stop lying to yourself. Now listen!

You can't do this on your own.

Lucky for you, you have Liger!

[Quade] Pay attention to him!

[struggling grunts]

It's crucial that you get to know your Zoid inside and out.

It's the only way to synchronize with him.

I didn't tell you to stop!

[growl]

Gimme a heads up, will ya?

[Quade] He did.

[Quade] You're just not in tune with him so you didn't know.

Hey I'm trying!

You think you're a rider, kid?

Well then you need to take responsibility.

You can't control something you don't understand.

[annoyed grunt]

It's important.

Or you won't be a match for the Dark Metal Empire.

[surprised grunt]

Why would I wanna face those guys?

[Quade] Whether you want to or not, they'll find you.

Rumor has it that Emperor Gigaboss's already

put his generals on the hunt.

The Four Dark Warriors are coming.

[Quade] And you won't last a second against them.

Zoids come in all kinds of shapes and sizes.

They each have a unique set of abilities,

every single one of them.

[Quade] The worst thing you can do is be afraid,

especially of the wild ones.

If you can break through their aggressive façade,

they'll have your back no matter what.

[Quade] Liger is a Lion type.

That means he's very proud and used to leading.

It won't be easy to make him obey your orders.

Yeah, tell me about it.

I'll keep trying though.

[exerting grunts]

[warm chuckle]

Oh c'mon hit the brakes already!

[flying yell]

Don't be afraid!

Liger can tell when you don't believe in his strength!

He's the scaredy cat!

Oh. You sure you wanna stick with that excuse, kid?

Thanks a lot, happy to see you have my back!

[roar]

I'm so sorry.

Can you come back and pick me up?

I don't know if I can get over by myself...

[Quade] Next up, reflex training.

A Zoid is only as quick as its rider

which is why it's important that you remain vigilant

and ready to react.

Uh, yeah!

I got eyes in the back of my head.

[alarmed yell]

[Arashi] Not on the top of my head!

[Quade] I warned you.

Never get caught with your guard down.

[worried gasp]

[flying yell]

[Arashi] Incoming!

Liger, quick, dodge to the right!

Wait, no left!

[Arashi] No, to the right!

[pained yell]

Concentrate!

Listen to your Zoid and follow his instincts.

I'm trying.

[Arashi] Shade, keep it coming!

Sure thing!

[pained grunt]

[wincing]

Concentrate, kid.

Pounce!

Hmm.

[Arashi] You're going already?

But we had a blast today!

Don't get me wrong;

I had fun and all but you don't need my help anymore.

You can't just leave in the middle of the night!

Well Flyhorn's nocturnal you know.

Right bud?

Besides he was a naturally restored wild Zoid.

Sleep isn't really his thing.

I don't really know what you mean.

[Shade] The last Zoids powered down a long time ago

and got buried underground.

When scientists discover one, they dig it up and

pass a special electric current through it.

That's what activates them.

Wild Zoids are activated by a natural current, like lightning.

They're not as used to humans so they tend to be a bit feistier

and it's that same feistiness that makes

Dark Metal want 'em so bad.

When I first found this bad boy

he used to give me a hard time too.

[Arashi] So what can I do to get mine to start listening?

You'll find a way.

Uh... Okay.

Thanks for all your help today.

Hey. You up for some late night training?

Ha! It's a little past your bedtime, isn't it?

[fired-up yell]

[Arashi] Boo-yah!

[Quade] Well well well!

So the student thinks he can beat the teacher.

Well let's see what you've learned.

Just enough to crush you!

[chuckle]

Class dismissed!

[roar]

Bring it on.

Liger, charge!

[growling]

[roaring]

So who called a timeout?

[Quade] We've got company.

Not them again.

Get everyone to the village.

I'm on it!

Oh wow. Still here?

You know I am. Now watch!

[surprised grunt]

[Zamaas] Oh what a warm reception!

A handsome welcome committee just for me?

[chuckle]

I may be Zamaas, Dark Metal Empire battalion commander

but even I can blush.

[Zamaas] Now be good little boys and hand over the Zoid.

I'll leave him to you!

Thanks!

You want to play? Then let's play!

Bring it on!

[laughing]

Feel the wrath of my trinity formation!

[alarmed gasp]

[worried gasp]

[amused laugh]

You can't escape!

[pained howl]

[amused laugh]

V-raptor types are infamous for

cornering enemies with their packs.

[Zamaas] How do you like our dance, boys?

We move like the tides, pushing and pulling.

And just like the ocean we are full of grace and full of rage.

You are prisoners to our vicious whirlpool.

Surrender to our ebb and flow!

[Arashi] Aw man. I'm getting dizzy.

Hey kid!

Remember what I taught you.

Stop relying on your own senses!

Listen to your Zoid!

[realizing grunt]

He's right...

'Kay, Liger, I'm all ears.

Yoo hoo!

I'm not usually one to gloat but I will relish in defeating you.

Yeah?

Let's see!

[battle cry]

Stop it!

You keep that big trap of yours shut!

[Quade] Wow. He shocked those Zoids with one roar!

I mean I knew he was powerful but this is on another level.

[Zamaas] Did your mother never teach you that it's bad manners

to interrupt an artiste during their performance?

You'll pay for that transgression

for I have another composition for you.

I have entitled it the Sword Dance!

It is both feared and revered.

[Zamaas] Brace yourself!

Our move!

[Arashi] Liger! Fire up!

Let's cut to the grand finale!

Show's over, you Deleter scum!

[battle cry]

Unleash Wild Blast!

[scared yell]

Not fair!

[Arashi] Go for it!

King Claw!

Henchmen, retreat!

[fleeing cries]

[Arashi] You're not ditching too, are you?

[startled grunt]

[Quade] Afraid so.

From now on you'll have to fend off

the Dark Metal Empire all by your self.

I'm confident you can handle it though.

Hey...

[Arashi] I'm gonna do it!

Huh?

I'm starting a team too!

Really?

Yeah!

It's gonna be just as strong as yours but way cooler

and we'll probably have sick hats!

Sounds great.

Well then...

If you're going to be a Zoid Seeker

you'll have to forge your own path through the world.

You bet I will.

'Cuz that's what I'm all about.

Plus I'm gonna find Ancient Treasure Z before you do!

Remember that that treasure unlocks more power

than you can imagine.

What do you plan to use it for anyway?

Well I haven't thought that far ahead!

[amused laugh]

I figured.

Goodbye, Arashi.

[Arashi] Stop calling me Arashi!

My name's kid!

[gasp]

We'll meet again.

Take care of Liger for me.

Will do...

Hey. Wait.

Remember, Quade!

You still owe me a battle!

'Kay?

I see you still haven't skipped town huh?

What's getting in your way?

[Arashi] Nothing I guess.

But then...

if I leave you you'll be all on your own, Grampa.

You think I need you to take care of me?

Ha, please... I'll finally be able to relax.

As if! You're obsessed with containing me!

[Gaffer] I'm obsessed with containing you

because you still have things to learn.

You're not going to stay here forever.

I'm not?

[Gaffer] The world needs you.

I can't deny it any longer.

I'll love you no matter where you go.

Huh?

I'll be back, promise.

It's you and me, Liger. Partners in crime.

[Arashi] Ancient Treasure Z is waiting for us.

Let's go get it!

[roar]

[music]

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