![]() It was also very different to how we were made to understand Beyblades in series 1. This made slightly less sense since not all players had bitbeasts. In this case, a Beyblade battle was actually just a battle between bitbeasts and the Beyblades merely mirrored what was going on as the bitbeasts waged war on each other. However, in series 2 the concept shifted quite dramatically. Not all Beybladers had a bitbeast, so it would make sense that Beyblades themselves were the workhorses that drove a battle. Makes sense, right? The bitbeasts were suggested to contribute special attacks and were connected to their player. In series 1, Beyblades are suggested to be the main players in a Beyblade battle. It works well in the context of the series, although it was sometimes slightly too predictable as to the outcome. Interweaved with this are the negative themes of deceit, cheating and betrayal. It is cheesy at times but still enjoyable. ![]() Along with that there are strong overriding themes of family, friendship and teamwork. Spinning tops fighting in a stadium for sport. ![]() The concept of Beyblades is quite simple. However, I was wrong and truly enjoyed watching this original series. I was concerned that the goggles of nostalgia would lead me to being disappointed watching it now. I found my old Beyblades and was inspired to watch the original series from beginning to end. OK, so I am 25 years old and have decided to watch a number of TV shows from my youth. ![]()
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