If you ask any veteran Kamen Rider fan which single episode cemented Faiz as a masterpiece of Heisei-era storytelling, a surprising number will point to . Titled "Elegy of the Dead" ( Shisha no Banka ), this entry in the 2004 series is not about flashy new forms or explosive fights. It is about consequence, identity crisis, and the unbearable weight of collateral damage.

For those who may be new to the series, Kamen Rider Faiz follows the story of Shunichi Masami, a young man who becomes the Kamen Rider Faiz, a powerful masked rider with the ability to transform into a high-tech suit. Masami's journey begins when he meets his childhood friend, Miho, who becomes involved with the mysterious organization, Evolto. As the series progresses, Masami must navigate his newfound responsibilities as Faiz while confronting the evil forces of Evolto.