Future Card Buddyfight

Category:	TV Series
Adult:	No
Native:	フューチャーカードバディファイト
Runtime:	25 minutes
Aired:	Jan 4, 2014 [11 years 3 weeks ago]
Ended:	Apr 4, 2015 [9 years 9 months ago]
Language:	Japanese
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Around the year 2030, Earth has been linked to a parallel world of monsters and magic through a new collectible card game named Future Card Buddyfight. By using a Buddy Rare Card as a portal, normal humans can become partners with a monster and call upon them to battle other players in Buddyfights. As some humans choose to use the power of their Buddy to commit crimes, a law enforcement agency called the Buddy Police tracks down and confiscates the Decks of those who violate the law. Mikado Gaou is an eager young martial artist who becomes Buddies with the hot-blooded Drumbunker Dragon. Receiving a Core Deck Case from Ryuuenji Tasuku, a Buddyfight prodigy working for the Buddy Police, he takes his first steps into the fantastic world of Buddyfight. Tropes

Episode 1: Gao, Roars! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-01-04 When 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! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 2: Gao vs. Tasuku! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-01-11 With 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 3: Dancing with a Demon! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-01-18 Forced 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 4: The Rules of Buddyfight! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-01-25 Gao’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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 5: Future Force Shines! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-02-01 Gao 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 6: Rouga Aragami Attacks! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-02-08 Rouga’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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 7: Deck Building to Victory! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-02-15 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 8: Break Past the Final Qualifier! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-02-22 Shido 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 9: The Stolen Dragon Deck! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-03-01 Gao 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 10: The Card of Heroes! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-03-08 While 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 11: The Start of the Aibo Buddy Cup! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-03-15 The 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? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 12: Power vs. Ninja Arts! A Fierce Competition! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-03-22 Gao’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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 13: Powers Unite! Dragonic Punisher! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-03-29 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 14: Noble Heart! Together with the Dragon Knight! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-04-05 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 15: Dragons Duel! Journey of the Tiger! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-04-12 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 16: Mystique Explosion! The Great Katana World Battle! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-04-19 Zanya 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 17: ABC Cup Final! Exploring the Underground Maze! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-04-26 The 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 source Source: crunchyroll
Episode 18: Menacing Duel Sieger! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-05-03 Shido 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! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 19: The Card Yota Left Behind! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-05-10 Gao 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? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 20: The Powerful Sun Fist! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-05-17 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 21: Buddy Monsters Unite! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-05-24 Kiri 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 22: Evil Power, Disaster Force! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-05-31 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 23: Drum's Heroic Adventure! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-06-07 Drum 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 24: The Friends of Dungeon World! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-06-21 Gao 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 25: Buddyfight Intensified! Sengoku Academy! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-06-28 To 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 26: A Challenge from Legend World! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-07-05 In 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 27: Buddies Bring Their Best! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-07-12 Kazane 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 28: Flying Ninja Showdown! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-07-19 Zanya 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! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 29: Activate! Mega Blast Bunker! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-07-26 Raremaro 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! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 30: Invincible Swordsman! Shosetsu Kirisame! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-08-02 Shosetsu 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... Source: crunchyroll
Episode 31: Gao's Buddy Skill Is On! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-08-09 Gao 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 32: The Legendary Sword Excalibur! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-08-16 Shosetsu 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 33: Gao vs. Rouga! Round Two! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-08-23 Gao 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! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 34: Defenders of Darkness! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-08-30 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… Source: crunchyroll
Episode 35: Mysterious Hero! Captain Answer! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-09-06 Takihara 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? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 36: Ikarino's Fantastic Dungeon! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-09-13 It’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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 37: Medusa Unleashed! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-09-20 Gao 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 38: Fenrir of Fate! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-09-27 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 39: Kiri Strikesback! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-10-04 Gao 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! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 40: The Darkness of Dragon World! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-10-11 "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!" Source: crunchyroll
Episode 41: Roaring Slash! Gargantua Punisher! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-10-18 Darkness 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… Source: crunchyroll
Episode 42: Disaster at Twilight! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-10-25 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 43: Tasuku Takes Charge! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-11-01 Tasuku 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 44: Disaster Times Two! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-11-08 Tasuku 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 45: Luminize! Explosive Dragon Fang! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-11-15 Elf 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 46: Balle du Soleil Reborn! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-11-22 The 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? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 47: The Gaen Cup Begins! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-11-29 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 48: The Dancing Demon Takes on Medusa! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-12-06 Love 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 Disaster Source: crunchyroll
Episode 49: Paruko Takes the Stage! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-12-13 Baku 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? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 50: Attack of Team Purgatory! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-12-20 After 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 51: The Tiger Returns! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2014-12-27 We 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 52: Generations Collide! Drum Breaker Dragon! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-01-10 Everything 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! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 53: Sword of Nothingness! Distortion Punisher!! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-01-17 The 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! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 54: Wolf Versus Fox! A Battle of Instinct! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-01-24 Everyone’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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 55: Balle du Soleil Collapses! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-01-31 Building 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 56: Master Versus Apprentice! Death Tallica and Explosive Dragon Fang! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-02-07 Gremlin’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? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 57: Take Back the Buddy Police! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-02-14 Commander 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 58: Gaen Cup Final Round! Tetsuya's Choice! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-02-21 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 59: Rouga Leaves the Pack! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-02-28 Police 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 60: Gao and Tasuku's Epic Battle! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-03-07 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 61: Eternal Rivals! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-03-14 With 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 62: Kyoya's World! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-03-21 The 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. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 63: The Shadow of Demise! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-03-28 The 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! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 64: Break to the Future! Runtime: 25 minutes Air Date: 2015-04-04 The 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?! Source: crunchyroll