The DARK Robots (ダークロボット, Dāku Robotto) are combat androids originally designed by Dr. Komyoji for wildlife conservation. However, under the control of Professor Gill, these animal-shaped androids were repurposed and modified into formidable combat units for his nefarious plans. The members are named with a combination of a color and the name of an animal that inspired their design.
A total of thirteen DARK Robots were created, although some, whose names are not mentioned in the main story, never appeared in the series. Despite their formidable design and the threat they posed, all thirteen were ultimately defeated by Kikaider.
Starting from episode 14, a New Destruction Unit created by Gill himself is introduced. This new team includes members with human forms and abilities to possess human hosts, adding a new layer of complexity and threat to the series.
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- In their final scenes, the DARK Robots are often depicted with their body parts scattered across the ground following explosions. These dramatic depictions were achieved using actual television components and other props during filming, adding a touch of realism to their destructive end.