Future Card Buddyfight · Episode 34: Defenders of Darkness!
Defenders of Darkness!
2014-08-3025 min
The gang watches a video of their triumph over the four demon generals at Sengoku Academy. Kiri challenges Gao to a Buddyfight to test out his new deck. But little do they know the Defenders of Darkness are watching their every move…
1Gao, Roars!2014-01-0425 minWhen Gao Mikado opens a card package during writing class he gets a Buddy Rare Card called Drum Bunker Dragon. Gao and Drum Buddy up and get ready for Future Card battles!2Gao vs. Tasuku!2014-01-1125 minWith the help of Baku Omori, a deck builder, and data analyst, Kuguru Uki, Gao gets a deck which he can fight with called "Dragon Blast Fury". At the prestigious fighting stage of Aibo Academy, Gao takes on Tasuku and his Buddy Monster, Jackknife Dragon.3Dancing with a Demon!2014-01-1825 minForced to find a practice partner, Gao picks an unlikely opponent for his next Buddyfight. During the battle, an unexpected Buddy Monster arrives leaving everyone spellbound. Later, Gao upsets Drum and he threatens to reject Gao as his Buddy for good.4The Rules of Buddyfight!2014-01-2525 minGao’s new friend, Kiri, learns about Buddyfighting, and takes part in an electrifying training session. Drum forgives Gao and helps him out of a tricky situation. The mysterious Buddyfighter Rouga reveals a dark power that may change Buddyfighting forever.5Future Force Shines!2014-02-0125 minGao wanders off from his class during a fieldtrip and discovers something amazing. Drum learns that he can’t win every battle. Tasuku Ryuenji clashes with the villainous Buddyfighter Wolf, and realizes he needs some top-secret, Buddy Police technology.6Rouga Aragami Attacks!2014-02-0825 minRouga’s thirst for revenge takes him down an unexpected path. Baku puts his faith in Gao, and offers him a special gift. Gao temporarily loses sight of who he really is and takes an obsession too far without considering the consequences of his actions.7Deck Building to Victory!2014-02-1525 minThe annual Buddyfight tournament is approaching, and it has everyone buzzing. Noboru meets an unexpected ally. Tetsuya gets some creative help when he needs it most. And a tense disagreement between Gao and Baku leaves Koguru trying and pick up the pieces.8Break Past the Final Qualifier!2014-02-2225 minShido and Sophia are plotting something bad. Gao’s success in the Buddyfight arena is attracting negative attention from some middle school students. The ABC Cup qualifying round gets underway and there’s a surprising team moving on to the main event.9The Stolen Dragon Deck!2014-03-0125 minGao refuses help from Baku and Kuguru. Gao uses Drum’s keen sense of smell to track down a card thief and then challenges him to a Buddyfight. During the battle, Gao is forced to try something new, which teaches him a valuable lesson about friendship.10The Card of Heroes!2014-03-0825 minWhile everyone’s at the Aibo Buddy Cup bash, Noboru’s busy at Buddy Police HQ learning about Tasuku’s challenging past. Conflicted about his buddyfight future, Noboru is faced with a difficult challenge that eventually helps set him on a happier path.11The Start of the Aibo Buddy Cup!2014-03-1525 minThe ABC Cup finally gets underway, but not before the principals of the elementary and middle schools get into a heated discussion. Gao and his team Balle du Soleil are drawn in the first match against the middle school, but where is their opponent?12Power vs. Ninja Arts! A Fierce Competition!2014-03-2225 minGao’s recruited by the Seifukai. Shido’s up to no good, working secretly behind the scenes to increase his chances of winning the ABC Cup. The second match of the tournament begins, pitting all-out strength against the time-honored art of ninja warfare.13Powers Unite! Dragonic Punisher!2014-03-2925 minThe fourth and final match of the ABC Cup’s first round gets underway between Jin and Tetsuya. Meanwhile, Tasuku and Jackknife have an out-of-this-world experience. And Shido is under pressure to find a replacement for Rouga and his powers of darkness.14Noble Heart! Together with the Dragon Knight!2014-04-0525 minThe final first round match of the ABC Cup begins between Noboru and Shido. And facing a difficult choice, Noboru gets some helpful advice from his Buddy El Quixote. Meanwhile Doai goes looking for Genma and finds more than he bargained for.15Dragons Duel! Journey of the Tiger!2014-04-1225 minThe gang finds out some upsetting news about Noboru just before his ABC Cup semifinal match against Gao. Angry and confused, Gao gives Noboru a piece of his mind during their heated battle, and we learn how the fighters really feel about each other.16Mystique Explosion! The Great Katana World Battle!2014-04-1925 minZanya and Jin put it all on the line in a Katana World semifinal showdown hoping to advance to the ABC Cup main event. Gao and the gang search for Akatsuki, as he may hold a clue to Genma and Doai’s whereabouts. Sophia reveals a dark truth about herself.17ABC Cup Final! Exploring the Underground Maze!2014-04-2625 minThe ABC Cup Final gets underway! Gao has a special surprise up his sleeve for his opponent Zanya, but it might just throw the whole tournament out of whack! Meanwhile, the gang goes searching for Genma and finds some assistance from an unlikely source18Menacing Duel Sieger!2014-05-0325 minShido tries his best, but as expected, he’s no match for the more powerful Genma. Zanya gets his rematch with Genma and his amazing Buddy, Martial Arts Dragon Emperor Duel Sieger. This battle could go either way. It’s definitely one you won’t want to miss!19The Card Yota Left Behind!2014-05-1025 minGao receives a sentimental gift from his mother, and she agrees to become more involved in his Buddyfighting. Gao and Genma square off for an epic battle in Aibo’s newly renovated fighting stage arena. Who will be crowned the strongest fighter this year?20The Powerful Sun Fist!2014-05-1725 minThe showdown for the strongest fighter continues. Genma’s Buddy monster Duel Sieger demonstrates why he’s one of the most feared dragons that’s ever lived. Gao and Genma’s battle extends beyond the fighting stage over something that might surprise you.21Buddy Monsters Unite!2014-05-2425 minKiri gives the gang a detailed video presentation on the various Buddyfight worlds, highlighting their strengths, powerful monsters and unique spells. Meanwhile, the Buddy Police is in trouble from a higher authority, which seems to be targeting Tasuku.22Evil Power, Disaster Force!2014-05-3125 minThe gang is invited to a ‘who’s who’ of Buddyfight parties onboard Kyoya Gaen’s luxury yacht. But before the festivities get going an Ultimate Rare card mysteriously disappears. Tasuku struggles with the terms of his suspension from the Buddy Police.23Drum’s Heroic Adventure!2014-06-0725 minDrum returns to Dragon World, but doesn’t quite get the homecoming he was hoping for; his father sends him to a parallel world for some special training. Gao heads to Castle where he watches an exciting Buddyfight with a mysterious player called Wind.24The Friends of Dungeon World!2014-06-2125 minGao and Kazane go head to head in a friendly battle on the Castle stage, and Kazane reveals her secret for why she chose to fight for Dungeon World. Feeling left out and unhappy about his Buddyfight abilities, Kiri finds some help from a shocking source.25Buddyfight Intensified! Sengoku Academy!2014-06-2825 minTo rescue Kiri, Gao and the gang take off for Sengoku Academy, located deep in the mysterious Chohakone mountains. They see a familiar face on the way and soon learn they must obey the strict traditions of the school if they hope to help their friend.26A Challenge from Legend World!2014-07-0525 minIn the quest to find Kiri, the heated showdown between Sengoku and Aibo continues. Genma squares off against a surprising foe who shares a secret with the Seifukai leader. A difference of opinion of what constitutes fair play has the Buddyfighters at odds.27Buddies Bring Their Best!2014-07-1225 minKazane takes on Kemura, and we learn some secrets about the Frog-Man and Legend World. He is still reeling, however, from unwittingly using a Hate Card against Genma in his last match and needs a friendly boost to help him get his head back in the game.28Flying Ninja Showdown!2014-07-1925 minZanya meets his match when he squares off ninja-style with Kanahebi. A secret from the Kisaragi family’s past comes to the surface, and raises the stakes even higher. Time will tell which Katana World fighter is really living the dream!29Activate! Mega Blast Bunker!2014-07-2625 minRaremaro and Gao headline the fifth match, and let’s just say there’s a little magic in the air! Drum reveals new powers he developed during intensive training in other worlds, and Gao brings Axia off the bench to demonstrate his unusual abilities!30Invincible Swordsman! Shosetsu Kirisame!2014-08-0225 minShosetsu Kirisame finally emerges from the shadows to enter the Buddyfight ring, determined to show Rouga what he’s made of. Gao and Drum set out on a mission for supplies and run into Sophia Sakharov, who seems to be on a mission of her own...31Gao’s Buddy Skill Is On!2014-08-0925 minGao and Drum are MIA, and everyone’s worried they’ll lose their match against Shosetsu by default. Caught up in a new crowd and desperate for strength, Kiri is led down a confusing path. Drum has a major breakthrough at a crucial moment.32The Legendary Sword Excalibur!2014-08-1625 minShosetsu falls prey to the Disaster Force, and struggles to claim the strength he seeks. Gao and the gang learn the hard way just how powerful the Dark Core can be, while Tasuku risks his spot on the Buddy Police force in order to protect the game he loves.33Gao vs. Rouga! Round Two!2014-08-2325 minGao and Rouga square off for Kiri’s freedom, but not without a few fun twists thrown in by Gao for good measure. It’s a neck and neck battle that comes down to the tiniest of margins for the victor. And Tasuku’s fight for justice lands him in big trouble!34Defenders of Darkness!2014-08-3025 minThe gang watches a video of their triumph over the four demon generals at Sengoku Academy. Kiri challenges Gao to a Buddyfight to test out his new deck. But little do they know the Defenders of Darkness are watching their every move…35Mysterious Hero! Captain Answer!2014-09-0625 minTakihara and the Buddy Police face off against a menacing criminal fighter from another world. Some cool new monsters from Hero World arrive on the scene to help, but will Captain Answer come to the rescue?36Ikarino’s Fantastic Dungeon!2014-09-1325 minIt’s back to class for Gao and the gang, and it’s the school of hard knocks! Elf Kabala subs in to begin his undercover operation, and Principal Ikarino takes the class on a fieldtrip to a magical fighting stage to teach them some Buddyfighting truths.37Medusa Unleashed!2014-09-2025 minGao and Drum put aside their differences to help Terumi Kuchinawa of the Disaster squad, who is sneaking around Aibo with a sinister plan. But when she runs into Asmodai and Tetsuya, things take an unexpected twist.38Fenrir of Fate!2014-09-2725 minThe gang gets some new Buddycards, and Gao helps Kiri pick out a Special Rare! Soon after, Kiri receives a life-changing phone call but decides not to share the news with the others. Instead he decides to prove himself with a Buddyfight.39Kiri Strikesback!2014-10-0425 minGao receives a letter from Kiri that gives him and the gang quite a chill. They decide to pay Kiri a visit at his new school, but what they find there shocks them to the core! Gao is forced to face off against his old friend and the stakes are high!40The Darkness of Dragon World!2014-10-1125 min"Disaster strikes twice for Gao and the gang! Shido and Davide wield the sinister powers of their new decks, built with cards from the mysterious Darkness Dragon World! Until now, this world was just a myth, but now its monsters are coming alive!"41Roaring Slash! Gargantua Punisher!2014-10-1825 minDarkness Dragon World continues to mystify the Buddyfighting community, and the Buddy Police are brought up to speed. Gao and Davide have a showcase battle at the Buddy Fest that ends with a roaring finish! Meanwhile, Kiri is still missing…42Disaster at Twilight!2014-10-2525 minThe Grim Reaper is on the prowl and wreaking havoc! It appears as though no Buddy or Buddyfighter is safe! And with the Buddy Police’s hands tied, Zanya allows the gang to join him on his quest to capture this sinister villain.43Tasuku Takes Charge!2014-11-0125 minTasuku discovers some troubling news at Buddy Police Headquarters. He enlists Gao’s help to find the Grim Reaper and those responsible for supplying the Dark Core Deck Case. After learning of Disaster’s true intentions, they’ll be changed forever.44Disaster Times Two!2014-11-0825 minTasuku and Gao fight against the forces of darkness. The ex Buddy Cop surprises his opponents with Jackknife’s awesome abilities, and then is forced to make a difficult choice. With his Buddy on the line, Gao faces off against the Grim Reaper.45Luminize! Explosive Dragon Fang!2014-11-1525 minElf Kabala demonstrates his control over some newly acquired Buddy monsters and challenges Gao to a Buddyfight showdown. Tsukikage has an out-of-body experience and surprises everyone when his special bond with Zanya is put to the test.46Balle du Soleil Reborn!2014-11-2225 minThe Gaen Cup tournament is building up steam, and several familiar Buddyfighters have been invited to take part. Will Gao choose to compete, knowing the dangers that Disaster has in store for him? And if so, who will be fighting on his team?47The Gaen Cup Begins!2014-11-2925 minThe Buddyfight stage has been set, and the inaugural Gaen Cup is underway! But who’ll be competing first? Baku and Kuguru have their suspicions about Kyoya’s motives, but the gang is rallying to win it for Kiri.48The Dancing Demon Takes on Medusa!2014-12-0625 minLove is in the air when Tetsuya dances his way onto the stage to fight with— and for— the girl of his dreams. We learn some secrets about a mysterious member of Team Goddess, and Kyoya deals with his doubts about a member of Disaster49Paruko Takes the Stage!2014-12-1325 minBaku has a trip down memory lane that leaves him struggling with his loyalties. Team Goddess surprises everyone by sending out a unexpected fighter for the round one finals. Can Gao defeat someone who knows his every move?50Attack of Team Purgatory!2014-12-2025 minAfter Shido and Davide make quick work of the Kanme brothers, Team Purgatory takes the stage against Team Sengoku Academy. During the match, Kyoya reveals a few surprises about Darkness Dragon World and the Dark Core Decks that leaves everyone in awe.51The Tiger Returns!2014-12-2725 minWe learn Kyoya’s motivations for sponsoring the Gaen Cup Tournament. Kiri wakes up in hospital and immediately sets out to realize a mysterious plan of his own. And some familiar faces return to Aibo, but something is noticeably different about them.52Generations Collide! Drum Breaker Dragon!2015-01-1025 minEverything goes haywire when Drum’s father shows up from Dragon World. Hoping to teach their sons a lesson, Takashi Mikado and Fang Slade the Thirteenth join forces against Gao and Drum in a family Buddyfight showdown!53Sword of Nothingness! Distortion Punisher!!2015-01-1725 minThe first semi-final gets underway! The opening game in the best-of-three showdown is between Noboru and the mysterious Purgatory Knight… but there’s something familiar about him, and our gang thinks they’ve figured out his true identity!54Wolf Versus Fox! A Battle of Instinct!2015-01-2425 minEveryone’s still reeling from Tasuku’s surprising defection to Disaster, even after he explains why. Rouga and Jin face off in the second game of their semi-final showdown. Gao finds out the real reason why Team Destiny entered the tournament.55Balle du Soleil Collapses!2015-01-3125 minBuilding tensions threaten to break up Team Balle du Soleil when Baku’s big secret is revealed. Tetsuya decides to take matters into his own hands and makes a performance out of his fight with Davide. Then Zanya faces off against Shido.56Master Versus Apprentice! Death Tallica and Explosive Dragon Fang!2015-02-0725 minGremlin’s true colors shine through during the semi-finals when he plays an epic tie-breaking game against Gao. Will Team Balle du Soleil move on to the Gaen Cup finals, or will it be the devious Team Darkness Masterminds?57Take Back the Buddy Police!2015-02-1425 minCommander I, Takihara and Stella interrupt Shido’s pity-party to initiate their plan to regain control of the corrupt Buddy Police. But when things go awry, it’s up to Genma to step in and set things straight before Disaster strikes.58Gaen Cup Final Round! Tetsuya’s Choice!2015-02-2125 minThe Gaen Cup final round gets underway, but not without some pre-fight drama! Sophia confronts Tetsuya and presents him with an unexpected offer. Meanwhile, Baku and Kuguru go through some unusual fight prep strategy with the team.59Rouga Leaves the Pack!2015-02-2825 minPolice Commissioner Kisaragi comes to watch Zanya and Rouga fight it out in the second game of the Gaen Cup finals. During the back-and-forth battle, Rouga opens up about his dark past and Zanya helps him shed some light on all things good and bad.60Gao and Tasuku’s Epic Battle!2015-03-0725 minThe final, tiebreaking game of the Gaen Cup between Gao and Tasuku gets underway. Gao is still confident he can help his friend see the error of his ways. Meanwhile, Takihara and Stella go on a special mission and find a big surprise waiting for them.61Eternal Rivals!2015-03-1425 minWith many surprising twists and turns, the deciding game of the Gaen Cup finals is decided. The truth about Kyoya’s diabolical plan is revealed. Monsters from Darkness Dragon World begin traversing through the mysterious portal and descend to Earth.62Kyoya’s World!2015-03-2125 minThe countdown to the battle for Earth is on. With most of the planet duped by Kyoya, children everywhere are frantic to get their hands on a Dark Core Deck Case replica. Gao helps old friends reunite, and gets some support from an unlikely source.63The Shadow of Demise!2015-03-2825 minThe odds are in favor of Kyoya Gaen and his master plan. Only Gao Mikado stands in his way…but will he stay standing? True to form, Kyoya unveils a few surprises that leave Gao and the gang in disbelief. This is a battle you won’t want to miss!64Break to the Future!2015-04-0425 minThe battle to save Earth is on, and Kyoya’s pulling out all the stops. Will his incredible Aqulta Gwaneff, A.K.A The Sword of Truth, be too much for Gao to handle? Or will the Mighty Sun Fighter overcome the odds and save the planet from a monster invasion?!
Future Card Buddyfight★ 63%Synopsis
An adaptation of the Future Card Buddyfight card game. Future Card Buddyfight takes place in a more futuristic version of today. The card game connects to a parallel universe through special cards (Buddy Rare Cards) that act as portals. They bring monsters to Earth in order for them to become buddies with humans. Through friendship and courage, they take on and fight challenges, known as Buddyfights, where people of all ages have friendly non-hurtful competitions. The main character, Gaou Mikado has just started Buddyfighting. As the story progresses, Buddyfights are seeming to become a little too real...
Characters & Voice Actors
Gao MikadoMain
Marie MizunoJP
Drumbunker DragonMain
Shintarou OohataJP
Suzuha AmanosuzuSupporting
Mikako TakahashiJP
Baku OomoriSupporting
Shuuta MorishimaJP
Tasuku RyuuenjiSupporting
Souma SaitouJP
Noboru KodouSupporting
Izumi KittaJP
Kuguru UkiSupporting
Mikoi SasakiJP
Kiri HyouryuuSupporting
AimiJP
Takashi MikadoSupporting
Yoshihisa KawaharaJP
Hanako MikadoSupporting
Suzuko MimoriJP
Suzumi MikadoSupporting
Haruhi NanaoJP
Magoroku ShidoSupporting
Kenta ZaimaJP
Staff
Hiroyuki KawasakiScript (eps 41, 49, 56, 59)
Masami OobariStoryboard (eps 35, 64)
Shou AikawaScript (eps 5, 6, 10, 13, 17, 21, 22, 28, 32, 43, 44, 51, 54, 60, 61)
Yasunori EbinaSound Director
Makiko KojimaColor Design
Satoru NishizonoScript (eps 3, 7, 11, 16, 19, 25, 30, 31, 36, 38, 42, 47, 48, 55, 58)
Masanao AkahoshiSeries Composition
Masanao AkahoshiScript (eps 1, 2, 8, 9, 14, 18, 20, 24, 29, 33, 34, 37, 40, 46, 50, 53, 62, 64)
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