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Kamen Rider Blade: Missing Ace (2004) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
2004 · 75 mins · Japanese
Directed by
Hidenori Ishida
Starring
Kazuhiro Yamaji, Fumihiko Tachiki, Mitsuru Karahashi, Jurota Kosugi, Kousei Amano, Hikari Kajiwara

Four years after Blade sealed the Joker, Kenzaki works as a garbage man, Mutsuki graduated, and Kotarō’s bestseller about the Riders. Riders Glaive, Larc and Lance appear. After recapturing the Aces, the Riders join forces. Glaive, the Albino Joker, kidnaps Kotarō’s niece, seals her in the Vanity Card revives Hajime, and Riders unite to defeat him.

On this page (5)
  1. 1 Events in order (12)
  2. 2 Timeline questions answered
  3. 3 Movie threads
  4. 4 Movies like Kamen Rider Blade: Missing Ace
  5. 5 Every angle

12 events in order · contains spoilers

Kamen Rider Blade: Missing Ace Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of Kamen Rider Blade: Missing Ace (2004) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Four years after the alternate ending

    Four years have passed since Blade sealed Joker and the world moved on. Kenzaki is now a garbage man, Mutsuki has graduated high school, and Kotarō has published a successful book about the Kamen Riders. Amane still lacks Hajime's emotional support, hinting at a fragile bond within their group.

    When
    Four years after the alternate ending
  2. Amane's upcoming birthday reveals delinquency

    On Amane's upcoming birthday, it is revealed that she has become a delinquent without the emotional support of Hajime. This revelation hints at the strain within their circle and the returning vulnerabilities they must face. The group begins to recognize the threat that looms over Amane.

    When
    Amane's upcoming birthday
  3. Undead re-released

    The Undead have been re-released, reawakening an old threat in the world. The Riders must confront this renewed menace and prepare for a new phase of their fight. The return of the Undead raises the stakes for everyone involved.

    When
    Undead re-release
  4. New Riders rise from BOARD

    A new trio of Kamen Riders—Glaive, Larc, and Lance—emerge from BOARD, now led by Tachibana. They bring fresh powers and a new dynamic to the Rider world. Their arrival reshapes the balance of power and sets the stage for the looming crisis.

    When
    After BOARD leadership change
  5. Kenzaki and Mutsuki join the new Riders

    Following the resurgence of danger, Kenzaki and Mutsuki join forces with the new Riders after recapturing two of the Category Aces. Their alliance strengthens the group's resolve to confront the Undead and protect Amane. The team consolidates its efforts to counter the threat.

    When
    After two Category Aces are recaptured
  6. Undead are sealed again

    With the combined effort of the Riders, all the Undead are sealed once more. The victory provides a temporary lull, but the threat remains as new plans unfold. The Riders brace for further challenges and a potential new mastermind behind the attack.

    When
    After sealing the Undead
  7. Glaive is revealed as the Albino Joker

    Glaive is revealed to be the Albino Joker, a white version of the original Joker. This shocking reveal reframes his allegiance and goals, setting him on a path to acquire ultimate power. He captures Kotarō's niece and seals her inside the Vanity Card.

    When
    Revelation of Albino Joker
  8. Hajime unsealed to free Amane

    To free Amane from the Vanity Card, Hajime is unsealed from the Joker Card. His return reignites the possibility of rescuing Amane and stopping the Albino Joker. The four Riders reunite with a shared mission to save Amane.

    When
    To free Amane from Vanity Card
  9. Riders unite to save Amane

    The four Riders come together again to save Amane and halt the Albino Joker's plans. They coordinate their efforts and prepare for a decisive confrontation. The stakes are higher as Amane's fate depends on their success.

    When
    After Hajime's return
  10. Hajime sacrifices himself

    Hajime sacrifices his life by swapping with Amane inside the Vanity Card. His selfless act buys time and weakens the enemy's grip. The Riders rally around his sacrifice as they press toward the final confrontation.

    When
    During the Vanity Card exchange
  11. Blade uses King Form against Jashin 14

    Blade uses his King Form to cut Jashin 14 in half, delivering a devastating blow to end the Undead threat. The sacrifice of Hajime and the power of King Form are crucial to the victory. The battle marks a turning point in the fight against evil.

    When
    Final battle
  12. Ending: victory and uneasy calm

    With Jashin 14 defeated, the immediate danger subsides and the Riders reflect on the costs of their battles. The world begins to heal, though the memories of sacrifice and loss linger. The saga closes on a note of cautious optimism.

    When
    After the final strike

Last updated: February 20, 2026 at 18:43

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Timeline questions answered

Kamen Rider Blade: Missing Ace Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of Kamen Rider Blade: Missing Ace (2004): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

Who is the Albino Joker and how is he different from the original Joker?

Glaive is revealed to be the Albino Joker, a white variant of the original Joker Undead. Unlike the original Joker, the Albino Joker possesses a more sinister agenda focused on acquiring ultimate power. This twist reframes Glaive's entire character and explains his hostile actions throughout the film.

  • albino joker
  • glaive
  • joker undead
  • board
  • category ace
Q2

What is the Vanity Card and how does it trap people inside it?

The Vanity Card is a special card that can seal a person inside it, effectively imprisoning them in an alternate dimension. The Albino Joker uses this card to trap Kotarō's niece Amane, creating a high-stakes hostage situation. To free someone trapped inside, another person must swap places with them by entering the card.

  • vanity card
  • albino joker
  • sealing
  • hostage
  • 交换
  • kotaro niece
Q3

Why does Hajime sacrifice himself in the Vanity Card?

Hajime sacrifices himself by swapping with Amane inside the Vanity Card to free her from captivity. Since Amane was originally sealed inside the card by the Albino Joker, someone had to take her place to break the seal. Hajime's selfless act saves Amane and weakens the enemy's grip, allowing the Riders to press forward.

Foreshadowing: Amane's delinquency hints at her emotional vulnerability without Hajime's support, establishing their bond before the sacrifice occurs.

  • hajime
  • sacrifice
  • vanity card
  • aman
  • swap
  • redemption
Q4

Why did Amane become a delinquent after Hajime was sealed?

Amane became a delinquent because she lost the emotional support she received from Hajime after he was sealed inside the Joker Card. Without his presence, she fell into a troubled lifestyle, reflecting the deep emotional bond between them. This change highlights the psychological impact of Hajime's absence on those closest to him.

  • aman
  • delinquency
  • hajime
  • emotional support
  • joker card
Q5

What is Blade's King Form and how does it defeat Jashin 14?

King Form is Blade's most powerful transformation, achieved by combining all four Category Aces. In the final battle, Blade uses this ultimate form to cut Jashin 14 in half, delivering the decisive blow that ends the Undead threat. The King Form represents the culmination of the Riders' combined powers.

Foreshadowing: Kenzaki and Mutsuki recapturing two Category Aces sets the stage for the eventual full Ace combination.

  • king form
  • blade
  • jashin 14
  • category ace
  • transformation
  • final battle
Q6

Why do the Undead return if they were sealed in the original series?

The Undead are re-released, awakening an old threat that had been sealed after the original Blade series. This resurrection creates a new crisis that forces the Riders to confront the Undead once again. The reason for their return isn't fully explained, but it serves as the primary threat driving the film's conflict.

  • undead
  • resurrection
  • sealed
  • threat
  • board
  • kategori
Q7

Who are the new Riders Glaive, Larc, and Lance?

Glaive, Larc, and Lance are three new Kamen Riders who emerge from BOARD after a leadership change led by Tachibana. Each Rider brings fresh powers and a new dynamic to the Rider world. Their arrival reshapes the balance of power and they ultimately join forces with the original Riders.

  • glaive
  • larc
  • lance
  • new riders
  • board
  • tachibana
Q8

Why do the Riders unite against Glaive after initially working together?

The Riders unite against Glaive once they discover his true identity as the Albino Joker and his role in kidnapping Amane. Previously, they had collaborated after recapturing two Category Aces, but this revelation turns him into a direct enemy. His hostage situation and sinister goals force all four Riders to combine their efforts.

  • glaive
  • albino joker
  • united
  • riders
  • aman
  • betrayal
Q9

What are the Category Aces and why are they important to recapture?

The Category Aces are powerful cards representing different Undead categories that can be used to achieve powerful transformations. Kenzaki and Mutsuki join forces with the new Riders after recapturing two of these Aces, strengthening their ability to confront the Undead threat. Collecting all four Category Aces enables Blade to achieve his King Form.

  • category ace
  • recapture
  • transformation
  • king form
  • blade
  • powers
Q10

What is Jashin 14 and why is it the final villain?

Jashin 14 is the final Undead antagonist that Blade confronts using his King Form. It represents the ultimate threat among the Undead, requiring the combined power of all four Category Aces to defeat. The battle against Jashin 14 marks the conclusive confrontation that ends the Undead threat.

  • jashin 14
  • final villain
  • undead
  • king form
  • boss
Q11

Why was Hajime sealed inside a Joker Card originally?

Hajime was sealed inside the Joker Card as a consequence of the original Blade series events, where he became the Joker Undead. His sealing kept him trapped in card form until circumstances required his release. To free Amane from the Vanity Card, Hajime had to be unsealed from the Joker Card.

  • hajime
  • joker card
  • sealed
  • unsealed
  • joker undead
  • original series
Q12

What is the significance of Kotarō's bestselling book about the Riders?

Kotarō has published a successful book about the Kamen Riders, showing how the characters have integrated into normal society four years after the original battle. This detail demonstrates the lasting impact of their heroism and serves as character development for Kotarō, who now lives a civilian life while remaining connected to the Rider world.

  • kotaro
  • book
  • bestseller
  • riders
  • civilian life
  • four years later

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  • urgent
  • heroic
  • action-packed
  • tense
  • reunion
  • threatening
  • Tone: tense, heroic
  • Pacing: fast, urgent
Why these movies?

The story pattern: These narratives typically begin with the team disbanded and living separate lives. A new or resurgent threat, often personal or of a grand scale, forces the characters to overcome past differences and reassemble their unique skills. The climax hinges on their renewed teamwork to achieve victory.

Why they belong together: Movies in this thread share a core narrative structure of disbandment and reunion. They evoke a specific feeling of urgent heroism, where the emotional weight comes from re-forging bonds under pressure, complemented by high-intensity action sequences.

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A race against time where heroes use their powers to save an innocent life. For fans of the high-stakes rescue plot in Kamen Rider Blade: Missing Ace, this section finds similar thrilling tales. These films feature superheroes or powerful characters in a desperate race against time to save someone, blending intense action with a clear, heroic objective.

  • thrilling
  • urgent
  • rescue mission
  • action-packed
  • superhero
  • kidnapping
  • Tone: urgent, thrilling
  • Pacing: fast, driven
Why these movies?

The story pattern: The story revolves around a kidnapping or capture that sets a ticking clock. The heroes' journey is a direct, action-oriented pursuit to reach the victim, with conflicts serving as obstacles to overcome. The tension is high, but the straightforward goal and eventual success provide a satisfying and hopeful conclusion.

Why they belong together: These films are grouped by their shared focus on a rescue mission as the central plot driver. They deliver a consistent vibe of urgency and heroic resolve, combining superhuman battles with the emotional stakes of saving a life, resulting in an exciting and straightforward narrative.

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