Category:Rival

"I'm your only friend"

- Hayato Ichimonji

Often, a major plot point of a Kamen Rider series is the appearance of a Rival- usually a Kamen Rider whose motives don't mesh with those of the lead character. These rivals can be anti-heroic but rarely villainous. They serve as both foil and companion to the lead rider. They develop an often begrudged relationship at first which develops into a strong camaraderie.