Rideback Season 1 Episode 1 The Crimson Rideback

In Rideback season 1 episode 1 entitled "The Crimson Rideback", we are introduced to our protagonist, Rin Ogata. Rin is a talented ballet dancer who has just quit her dance academy due to an injury. Feeling lost and unsure of her future, Rin meets up with her childhood friend, Fumio Hazama, and he takes her to see something that will change her life forever - a Rideback.

A Rideback is a motorcycle that can transform into a robot-like machine with legs that allow it to move in all directions. Rin is immediately taken with the Rideback and the feeling of freedom it gives her. Fumio suggests that Rin join the Rideback Club at their university, where she can train to become a Rideback pilot.

Rin quickly impresses the members of the Rideback Club with her ballet training, and they invite her to join their training program. Rin is hesitant at first, but with the encouragement of her new friends, she decides to give it a try.

As Rin begins her training, she quickly realizes that piloting a Rideback is much different than anything she's ever done before. It takes skill, dexterity, and the ability to think on your feet. Rin struggles at first, but with the help of her new friends, she starts to get the hang of it.

However, Rin's newfound passion for Ridebacks is not without its dangers. She soon discovers that the government is cracking down on illegal Rideback use and is willing to go to extreme measures to stop them. Rin and her friends must navigate these new dangers while striving to become better Rideback pilots.

Throughout the episode, we see glimpses of Rin's past and how her injury has affected her self-esteem and outlook on life. The Rideback gives her a new sense of purpose and confidence, and we can't help but root for her as she takes on this new challenge.

"The Crimson Rideback" sets the stage for what promises to be an action-packed and emotionally charged series. The characters are all unique and likable, and the animation is top-notch. This episode introduces us to the world of Ridebacks and leaves us wanting more.