Change Dragon
Red Ranger Leader
The Red Ranger of 'Dengeki Sentai Changeman', the leader transformed from Tsurugi Hiryu. Possesses a strong sense of justice and leadership.
Quotes
- Justice is our sword!
- Change Up!
- I will absolutely not lose!
- Believe in your comrades!
- Illuminate the light of hope!
Trivia
- Change Dragon inherits characteristics of the first-generation Red Ranger while featuring unique design and settings.
- As the leader figure, has a strong presence in the team and enjoys enduring popularity among fans.
- The transformation item is a goggle-type Change Phone utilizing cutting-edge technology of the era.
- Sword techniques in the show are influenced by Japanese martial arts.
- A character evoking the traditions of Red Rangers in the Super Sentai series.
Alternate names
Changeman Red
Tsurugi Hiryu
Change Dragon
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Wearing a red-based sentai suit, equipped with a dragon-motif helmet and mask. Conveys a powerful, dignified presence befitting a leader.
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Black
- Distinguishing features
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- Red mask of the hero suit
- Dragon motif emblem on the forehead
- Iconic items
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- Change Blade
- Change Belt
- Transformation Change Phone
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Brave
- Detailed personality
- A leader with a strong sense of justice and responsibility. Leads the team with calm and precise judgment, devoting full effort to protecting comrades.
- Keywords
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- Brave
- Strong sense of justice
- Leadership
- Calm and composed
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Motto
- Justice is our sword!
- Talents
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- Combat ability
- Swordsmanship
- Leadership
- Magic-like transformation techniques
- Skills
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- Change Machine piloting
- Team tactics command
- Crisis management ability
- Motivation
- To protect Earth from evil organizations and achieve world peace.
- Habits
- Directs a sharp gaze when delivering catchphrases, encouraging those around.
- Favorite foods
- Japanese food, Meat dishes, Special curry
- Hobbies
- Kendo, Training, Talking with team members
- Favorite colors
- Red, Gold
History
- Backstory
- Tsurugi Hiryu is the leader of the Changeman team, excelling in combat ability. Uses a special belt and Change Phone to transform into Change Dragon to confront the evil organization.
- Debut date
- February 2, 1985
- Work title
- Dengeki Sentai Changeman
- Media type
- Anime
- Episode or chapter
- Episode 1
Changeman Formation
- Significant event
- Changeman Formation
- Description
- The team including Change Dragon is formed and engages in fierce battles with the evil organization 'Gozma Clan'.
Final Battle with Gozma Clan
- Significant event
- Final Battle with Gozma Clan
- Description
- Change Dragon, as leader, unites strength with comrades to secure victory in the final battle.
Return Appearance in Super Sentai Series
- Significant event
- Return Appearance in Super Sentai Series
- Description
- Guest appearances in later Super Sentai crossover works, appearing as a legendary warrior.
Relationships
Change Griffin
Teammate
Facing the enemy together in the first battle
Change Pegasus
Teammate
Teamwork play during successful operations
Change Mermaid
Teammate
Scene supporting weakened comrades
Change Phoenix
Teammate
Experience overcoming a pinch together
Dengeki Sentai Changeman
Dengeki Sentai Changeman: leader
Media appearances
Dengeki Sentai Changeman
Anime / Protagonist
1985 TV series
Super Sentai Series Movies
Movie / Protagonist
1980s~
Super Sentai Crossover Works
Series / Guest
Multiple works
Voice cast and creators
Takayuki Hata
- Voice actor
- Takayuki Hata
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV series
Takayuki Hata
- Voice actor
- Takayuki Hata
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Movies/Crossovers
Saburo Yatsude
- Creator name
- Saburo Yatsude
- Role
- Original author
Toei
- Creator name
- Toei
- Role
- Publisher
Toei Video
- Creator name
- Toei Video
- Role
- Animation studio
Related goods
Change Dragon Action Figure
- Item name
- Change Dragon Action Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Change Dragon Change Phone Toy
- Item name
- Change Dragon Change Phone Toy
- Category
- Toy
- Availability
- Limited