Danball Senki W Episode 1 New! -

The story picks up one year after the cataclysmic events of the first season. The world has entered an era of peace, and LBX battles have evolved from underground skirmishes into a globally celebrated mainstream sport.

The pilot is introduced as (Ran Hanasaki in the Japanese version, though later localized as Hiro Hughes in some regions, distinct from the main protag Ban). However, in this specific premiere context, the scene is dominated by the arrival of a mysterious powerhouse. This new LBX moves with incredible speed, utilizing a "Hax" system that Detector cannot hack.

Hiro’s LBX, Perseus, is designed as a pure combatant, showcasing agile, sword-based gameplay that contrasts with the tactical nature of Ban’s previous robots. danball senki w episode 1

Ban fights valiantly, but the sheer scale of the threat—using civilians' own LBXs against them—leaves him paralyzed. He cannot destroy the possessed LBXs without hurting the innocent owners' prized machines.

Despite his physical gifts, Hiro does not actually own a real LBX at the start of the episode. He relies on a training rental unit, emphasizing his raw, unpolished talent. The story picks up one year after the

The world is no longer just playing games; LBXs are being hijacked for global harm.

The man with sunglasses remains an enigmatic figure whose true name and motives are hidden. His early appearance ensures we know something is brewing behind the scenes, perfectly setting up his role as a future antagonist. However, in this specific premiere context, the scene

has begun "brainjacking" LBXs—taking control of them to cause widespread destruction. : In the chaos, Ban Yamano's LBX,

Produced by studio OLM, the animation in the premiere episode shows a noticeable budget increase compared to the first season.

, titled "The LBX Rebellion" , serves as the high-stakes premiere of the second installment in the Little Battlers eXperience franchise. First airing on January 18, 2012, it introduces a world where the peace won by Ban Yamano is once again under threat from a mysterious new organization. Episode Plot Summary

The episode introduces new protagonist Hiro Oozora , an "arcade otaku" with superhuman reflexes, who receives his first LBX, Perseus , during the crisis.