Keita Amamiya came quickly.

There happened to be no activity in the afternoon, so Meng Lang took the two into a secluded and elegant tea room and talked about his ideas.

"I'm fine......"

Min Ghost first agreed, AgitΩ was not finished yet, and there was still some time before the new knight aired, and he could go to the United States.

But Keita Amamiya was very embarrassed.

As a screenwriter, it is easy for Min Ghost to only be responsible for the plot, and it may be relieved in a month or two.

But he can't!

He is the director and is responsible for all aspects of the crew. If you go to the United States to film, you will have to delay it for at least half a year.

What should the tooth wolf do?

The skeleton of the crew has been built, and the leather case has also been entrusted to PD Company to design it on behalf of the company. As soon as he left, wouldn't all the previous preparations be in vain?

"It's all voluntary!"

If Keita Amamiya didn't want to go to the United States, Meng Lang wouldn't force him. After all, he also knows that twisted melons are not sweet!

"Thank you!"

Mr. Amamiya said solemnly, "Although I am interested in the Super Sentai series, I want to fulfill my dream even more. I'm sorry, President Meng!"

"It's okay, it's okay!"

Although Meng Lang had some regrets, he didn't show it.

Since the bond of "Amamiya Minu" can't be made, then I can only find another candidate. Meng Lang is more inclined to Robert, which is the "backup" candidate he has set before.

Although the cooperation was not negotiated, this was the first time the two met, and there were many topics to talk about.

"Can you introduce me to the Tooth Wolf?"

Meng Lang turned the teacup and thought, "I've heard Bai Cang and Omori mention it, but they didn't introduce it carefully enough. ”

"Yes!"

Mr. Amamiya did not refuse, and it could be seen that his interest was very high, and he used this topic to elaborate on his ideas to Meng Lang.

"Tooth Wolf" is a special effects drama!

But its theme is not a common "science fiction" drama, but a relatively rare "magic" drama.

There is also a "horror" element mixed in!

Amamiya has an ingenious design for a monster hidden in the dark, a monster called "Hora".

This monster is born of the evil thoughts and desires of human beings, and feeds on the soul and body of human beings. Humans possessed by Hora have no meaning to save except their souls.

And the so-called "Golden Wolf Head Knight" is the hero who fought against Hora, and is also the protagonist of this work, the Lord of the Rings.

"Excuse me, is the tooth wolf mainly a unit drama or a serial drama?" Meng Lang asked.

"Unit drama!"

Amamiya said distressedly, "I'm not very good at, or I don't really like the mode of serials. ”

"Got it, go ahead!"

In fact, this answer is also completely in line with the original tooth wolf.

Except for a few works such as the third season and the special "Absolute Wolf", the Tooth Wolf series TV biography has always been dominated by "unit dramas".

Of course, unit dramas also have a main line.

The main line of the toothed wolf is generally the early and middle "unit plot" mixed with clues, and the final few episodes will start Armageddon. The main line push mode is similar to Ultraman and Kamen Rider.

This is also the usual mode of tokusatsu dramas.

The setting system of the tooth wolf, as well as the background of the world view, are very large.

Afraid that the president wouldn't understand, Amamiya tried his best to relay the obscure ideas in his mind in more straightforward language.

According to him, the story originates from the "yin self".

The yin self is a synthesis of human evil thoughts and desires, and with the help of the yin self, the demonic beast Hora can possess humans and become all kinds of monsters.

And among the humans, there is a group of human warriors known as the "Knights of the Ring". Armed with swords, they defend humanity against Hora's aggression.

The Knights of the Ring are under the jurisdiction of the Senate, which has several districts, each with its own Knights of the Ring.

And the protagonist of this work, Tsushima Steel Tooth, also known as the "tooth wolf", is the successor of the title of "Golden Knight Tooth Wolf".

In a nutshell!

Tooth Wolf is not a title like "Ultraman" or "Kamen Rider", but a title. The real name should be "Knight of the Ring".

Worried that the president wouldn't understand, Keita Amamiya also gave an example.

"If the Tooth Wolf represents Tiga, then the Knights of the Ring represent Ultraman! Tiga is one of Ultramans, and the Tooth Wolf is also one of the Knights of the Ring!"

That's easy to understand.

The Gangya family has inherited the title of Golden Knight Tooth Wolf for generations. And the toothed wolf has a high status among the Knights of the Ring, and is definitely the top Knights of the Ring.

In addition to him, there are other knights in the play. They have their own "titles" and armor to defend against Hora.

In fact, in Meng Lang's opinion.

The Tooth Wolf series is very similar to Batman, and it is all about "the evil that cannot be eliminated and the spirit of undying against evil".

Gotham is not dead, and there is no more than sin!

Just as Batman wanted to rid Gotham of its evils, so too did the Knights of the Rings want to purge the darkness and eradicate Hora.

But Hora comes from the yin self, the yin self comes from the human being, the human race is immortal, and the hora is eternal!

Coincidentally!

Wayne, the protagonist of Batman, has a rich and powerful family, not only a butler and cool equipment, but also an extremely tragic past and a heart that is determined to fight evil.

And the protagonist of this tooth wolf, Tsushima Steel Tooth, is also a wealthy family, and he also has a portable butler and cool equipment, and even the tragic past and the heart to fight against crime are exactly the same.

It's magical!

Considering that Batman is much older and that American culture has invaded neon, this should not be a simple coincidence. Perhaps Keita Amamiya himself is also a fan of the "master".

In terms of setting, the tooth wolf deserves to be recognized as one of the masterpieces in the tokusatsu circle.

The original version of the tooth wolf, whether it is literary drama, leather case special effects, or Amamiya Keita's unique art style, is one of the best existences in special effects dramas.

Pity......

The toothed wolf is good at everything, but the audience is small!

Maybe it's better in neon and Europe and the United States, and the overseas environment is more acceptable to the dark wind of "Tooth Wolf".

But in Huaxia......

It's not that Meng Lang belittles the toothed wolf, he also admits that this work is excellent. However, in the Chinese market, there is no audience base for "adult special effects".

Obviously it was filmed for adults!

But adults will think, special dramas? Isn't that just for children? Take it away, take it away, don't watch it, don't watch it!

And the little ones with the largest audience?

I'm sorry!

Even Kamen Rider doesn't like Huaxia kids very much, do you really think that Huaxia kids will like tooth wolves?

I'm afraid they will feel that the toothed wolf is too deep and dark, whether it is the art style or the plot fights, they will doze off when they see it.

And!

Even if it is a neon market, the painting style of tooth wolf may be included in the "restricted" special effects and reduced to late-night broadcasts.

Of course, a good work is a good work. Even if it's a late-night file, as long as the work is good enough, it can fight a bloody way.

At this point, Meng Lang believes in the tooth wolf.

After all, excellent works can always resonate with the audience. There is no doubt that the tooth wolf is excellent, and it is a big joke to not be able to stand out from the late-night file.

After saying so much, Amamiya also had a dry mouth.

While he was drinking tea to quench his thirst, the Min Ghost, who was sitting on the other side of the listener, quietly asked a question.

"The investment of the tooth wolf is as good as the two Kamen Rider TV dramas. With such a high cost, how do you want to recoup your investment?"

"This ......"

Amamiya was silent for a moment, raised his head and looked directly at Meng Lang and said, "It's not a secret, I haven't thought about this problem at all. ”

Meng Lang: "......"

Very good!

This is the first producer who dares to say in front of him that "I don't think about returning to the capital".

If it was another work, Meng Lang wouldn't be too worried. But this is a toothed wolf, can he not be worried?

How can you make money without going around?

If you can't make money, what will you do to shoot the second, third, fourth, or even fifth season?

Producers can simply chase their dreams.

As an investor, Meng Lang will not ruthlessly lose his son's milk powder money for the sake of an illusory "dream".

"Let me think about it again!"

Meng Lang's "profit" request gave Amamiya a headache. He also knows that the profitability of the tooth wolf is far inferior to other IP series.

How to make money still needs to be considered in the long run.

Ignore this request?

Just think about it, it's impossible.

Investors spend a lot of money on you, that's not charity. They are counting on you to earn back double the money they burn.

Of course, doubling is impossible.

Meng Lang's requirements are not very harsh, he only asks for "profit", and it doesn't matter how much profit he makes.

Earning 10 million is earning, earning 10,000 yuan is also earning, as long as he can make money, Meng Lang will never be afraid of less money.

Finished talking about the tooth wolf.

Meng Lang took a sip of hot tea and turned his gaze to the silent Min Ghost. The meaning is simple, it's your turn!

As a screenwriter, the pressure is not as great as that of Amamiya. In the face of the president's question, he introduced it very calmly.

Sure enough, it's Kamen Rider 555!

Min mentioned that he will try something "unprecedented" in this new work.

For example, mechanical style!

"IMHO, Kamen Rider's biochemical aura is simply too strong. If it continues like this, it will simply be renamed Bio Knight in the future. ”

"The biochemical route can't go far!"

"The only mechanical route is the future of Kamen Rider. This point, judging from the results of audience research, is already quite obvious. ”

"I know this!"

Meng Lang nodded, admitting that Min Ghost was right.

The two routes of Kamen Rider's development, Bio Rider and Auto Rider, each have their own audience and supporters. However, the survey results show that there are far more fans who support the mechanical route than the biochemical route.

Mechanization is indeed a big trend!

This is true not only of Kamen Rider, but also of Ultraman. In the future, many special effects works will successively embark on the route of "armoring" and "mechanization".

As for why?

On the one hand, the audience likes it, and on the other hand, "toys sell well"!

Yes, toys sell well!

The same toy, a mechanical wind and a biochemical wind, the mechanical style is a best-seller, loved by children, what can be done?

Speaking of which, it's the Yankees who are to blame.

Originally, the special effects circle was full of flowers.

Fantasy special effects, magic special effects, mythological special effects, fairy tale special effects and science fiction special effects, can be called the golden world of hundreds of schools of thought.

The result?

Yankee's Hollywood is desperately trying to produce a "sci-fi big production". In the context of Hollywood's cultural invasion, sci-fi special effects are quietly on the rise.

And then slowly, everyone didn't like to watch other genres, and focused on sci-fi special effects.

It's a big trend!

Meng Lang may be able to make one or two works and set off a demonic wind.

But as long as Hollywood blockbusters don't decline, he can't change the situation that "science fiction special effects" have become mainstream.

If it comes, it will be safe......

can't change the general trend, so you can only take advantage of the trend, shoot more and better sci-fi special effects, and become a black pig on the tuyere.

There is nothing wrong with what Min Ki is doing.

The mechanical knight, which can cater to the tastes of the audience and make a lot of money in the derivatives market, is indeed the best choice.

"Then what kind of characteristics do you think the mechanical style of Kamen Rider should have?" Meng Lang said curiously.

Keita Amamiya also looked at Toshiki.

As a fan of Kamen Rider, he also wants to know what characteristics Toshiki's so-called mechanical wind knight should have.

"First of all, cool!"

Min Ghost raised a finger and said, "In this era of eyeball economy, it is no longer feasible to be afraid of the fragrance of wine and the depth of the alley. Visuals are definitely the most critical point. ”

Reasonable!

In the past, Kamen Rider, even if the special effects crotch holster had no bright spots, could slowly retain the audience through an excellent plot.

But now?

It has to be cool and gorgeous special effects to attract the audience's attention, and then find a way to keep them.

Otherwise, no matter how good the plot is, no one will be interested.

"The second point, equipment!"

"The mechanical-style Kamen Rider doesn't have superpowers of its own, so it all relies on a piece of equipment to fight monsters. For the design of equipment, it becomes crucial. ”

It's just a general direction.

As for the detailed setting, Min Ghost can't say it for the time being.

However, Meng Lang provided an idea.

"Can the mechanized Kamen Rider, the transformation belt device, be used by other people besides the protagonist himself?"

"Ah......h

Min Ghost was stunned, and suddenly felt that the president's proposal seemed to be quite interesting.

For a long time, Kamen Rider's transformation belt, or transformation device. It can only be used by the protagonist himself, and they never think about the situation where other people use it.

If someone else can use it too......

Hiss!

It's kind of emotional to think about!

Seeing that Min Ghost had written down this proposal, Meng Lang said with a smile: "Don't remember, I'm just saying it casually." ”

"I'm actually more interested than this setting. How did the equipment of Mechanized Kamen Rider come about?"

How did it come about?

That's certainly ...... Picked up?

Min Ghost thought for a moment and asked tentatively, "Alien technology?"

"Can't it be artificially made?"

When Amamiya heard this, he couldn't help but interject: "Isn't it okay to set up a genius doctor, or a genius scientist, who researched and manufactured these drives?"

"I think it's doable!"

Meng Lang agreed: "The origin of the drive doesn't have to be mysterious. But the core components of the drive, such as cards and capsules, can come from a mysterious source!"

"I see!"

Min Ghost suddenly realized: "For example, the card case of the dragon rider is not valuable, the card is the core!"

"That's right!" Meng Lang smiled.

This is not only the route that mechanized knights should take in the future. It is also the key to PD toys and making a lot of money in the future.

The era of "drive" that belongs to the card head of bottles and cans is finally coming!