EYES (Elite Young Expert Squad)

The Elite Young Expert Squad, abbreviated as EYES, is a special investigation team affiliated with the SRC. It first appeared in Ultraman Cosmos.https://m-78.jp/character/teameyes/
==Overview==
EYES is a special investigation team under the SRC Treasure Base, consisting of six members. The team is primarily responsible for monitoring and investigating the appearance of monsters and seeking methods to resolve monster-related issues while maintaining the existing ecosystem. This team does not view monsters or aliens as absolute evil and strives to engage with them amicably while implementing "restoration" measures to protect the monsters.
Therefore, in the actions taken to counteract monsters, EYES's goal is not to eliminate monsters but to find a peaceful place for them to live on Earth. Once a harmless monster is successfully cured or captured, the members will transport it to the Monster Conservation Control Center on Kaburaya Islands, where the monsters can live peacefully without threats from humans or Chaos Header.
However, in unavoidable circumstances such as facing aggressive or dangerous monsters and aliens, EYES is permitted to use weapons. Nonetheless, the core beliefs of EYES include always pursuing peace and resolving problems humanely. This reflects SRC's values as a global organization aiming to maintain unity and harmony worldwide.
==History==
===Pre-Ultraman Cosmos===
As the Earth Peace Declaration, a global disarmament treaty, was concluded, the space development business was reopened with the assistance of SRC, which had become a global organization. SRC established its headquarters at Treasure Base, built on an artificial island repurposed from the original MITI test site. EYES, founded in 2006, was structured similarly to SRC's initial investigative team, comprising several members. It became the frontline team for the organization's multiple operations aimed at protecting monsters. Members were chosen from both SRC and JADF.
EYES deployed TECCH Thunder as its primary mecha. However, in the early stages of the team's formation, they encountered failure during a mission to capture Golmede. When EYES was attacked, in order to prevent Golmede's destruction from affecting residential areas, they were forced to order an attack, resulting in Golmede's death. These failures highlighted the immense challenges faced by SRC in their initial efforts to protect monsters, and the team's stance on monster protection drew public criticism. In 2007, the team successfully captured Lidorias and placed it in the Monster Conservation Control Center.
Some time before the series began, EYES used the prohibited NX ammunition to shoot at Taildas, causing it to flee. 
===Ultraman Cosmos===
In 2009, the balance of the ecosystem was disrupted by the attack of the Chaos Header on Earth, resulting in the appearance of more monsters and alien invasions that threatened human peace with various anomalies. EYES began to protect Earth and monsters to counteract the Chaos Header while also needing to compete with the militarized stance of the JADF and face media and public scrutiny.
In the first battle against Chaos Header, a member of the Space Development Center named Musashi Haruno was invited by Captain Hiura to join EYES after rescuing Lidorias. After that, EYES started to participate in various monster capture missions and in fighting against monsters infected by Chaos Header. In these battles, the team also actively assisted Ultraman Cosmos in confronting enemies.
Over the course of a year, EYES completed several missions to protect monsters. However, Chaos Header further awakened monsters that had been sleeping underground. Some members of EYES gradually discovered the connection between Musashi and Cosmos during battles.
Cosmos and Chaos Darkness engaged in a decisive battle on the moon. However, Musashi's insistence on saving the spirit of Chaos Header led to the birth of Cosmos in Miracluna Mode, which facilitated the reconciliation with Chaos Header. The monsters that appeared on the ground were calmed by the call of Lidorias. Once the threat of the monsters passed, the members of EYES bid farewell to Cosmos, who was leaving Earth.
===Ultraman Cosmos 2: The Blue Planet===
Two years later, Musashi began researching the ecosystems of celestial bodies beyond Earth and left EYES.
When TEAM SEA, with the help of the Alien Gyashi, launched Project Blue to counter Sandros by creating a barrier covering Earth with K2 waves, EYES members provided support. They participated in the battle against Sandros in Kitakyushu City and witnessed the appearance of Cosmos and Ultraman Justice.
===Ultraman Cosmos vs. Ultraman Justice: The Final Battle===
In 2014, EYES underwent a reorganization of its members. Four of the five original members left the team and were honored with the title "THE EYES" due to their achievements during their time with the team. Keisuke Fubuki was evaluated for his capabilities in EYES and was promoted to captain of the new team. 
The second-generation EYES team welcomed four new members and was equipped with the successor to TECCH Thunder, TECCH Raigar, as well as the space-style TECCH Raigar KS. The command center enhanced its military equipment, and the machinery and layout were completely redesigned.
When Gloker attacked Earth and Ultraman Justice also appeared on the planet, EYES learned that Delacion, who maintained cosmic order, intended to exterminate all humans and reset Earth. Faced with Delacion's threat, Captain Fubuki showed determination to fight to the end and not lose hope, encouraging his subordinates to do the same. Eventually, they assisted Cosmos and Justice in battling the war machine Giga Endra, witnessing the emergence of the Ultraman legend.
After negotiations, Delacion concluded that Earth was safe and humanity did not pose a threat to cosmic peace, thus resolving the crisis on Earth. EYES continued to carry out its mission to protect the planet.
==Members==
===Team EYES===
===2015 Team EYES===
A new group of Team EYES led by Captain Fubuki, succeeding the first team, to which they referred to as "THE EYES."
==Arsenal==
===Attire===
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New Team =
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*Ultra Tokusatsu Perfect Mook Vol.28 : Ultraman Cosmos pg 19: A two-piece special fiber uniform with a light blue color scheme, this uniform is resistant to heat and cold, as well as waterproof and windproof. It also has the ability to absorb external impacts, making it ideal for monster protection activities. The boots worn with the uniform have special plastic springs built into the heels. A holster for a curved shooting gun is located on the left side of the belt, and a special radio wave generator is built into the buckle.
**The new generation of EYES member uniform features a deeper blue and gray color combination, and the design has undergone significant changes, adding functions to defend against atmospheric separation and resist G-forces.Ultra Tokusatsu Perfect Mook Vol.28 : Ultraman Cosmos pg 30
*: A special vest that can be worn over a bulletproof vest to provide additional protection and functionality for EYES members during combat.
*: The helmet used by the team members in action is equipped with the latest type of CCD camera and a movable head-mounted display. The new generation EYES member's helmet is equipped with a high-performance compact communication device, various sensors, and auxiliary functions for controlling riding machines. It is made of high-hardness FRP, with a more practical design and functionality to enhance protection.
*: Caps worn by EYES members during general mission operations.
EYES T.jpeg|T-shirt
EYES Saving Suit.jpeg|EYES Saving Suit
SRC Armored Vest.png|SRC Armored Vest
EYES Saving Met 5.png|EYES Saving Met (Old Team)
EYES Saving Met 2.png|EYES Saving Met (New Team)
EYES Saving Cap 1.png|EYES Saving Cap
===Equipment===
*: A small, super-portable weapon suspended on the right hip of EYES team members, an improved version of the Rounder Grip used in SRC's early days. It features an analysis scanner and monitoring visual functions, including navigation vision, communication, and analytical capabilities. Team members can choose different functions by switching modes. Additionally, when using the firearm function, a firearm module (stock, barrel, scope) can be attached to increase range and destructive power.
*: The EYES team member carries a wristwatch-type ultra-compact communication device, which not only has a detector, navigation, and special camera functions but also has a panel depicting the image of the core module. It can be operated by sliding the panel. The regular type is called a "wrist pager," Hiura's model is called an "intercom pager," and the new generation EYES model is a multi-functional high-performance mobile device.
*: A super-high-performance miniature detector developed by Yasue Sawaguchi, equipped with a special small camera that can instantly identify whether the target is extraterrestrial life through scanning and analysis. This special briefcase includes a digital searcher for identifying extraterrestrial life, a Cosmo Whistle that emits a special sound loved by monsters, a TEAM EYES badge, and a set of old-fashioned round handles.
*Ultra Tokusatsu Perfect Mook Vol.28 : Ultraman Cosmos pg 15: A super-high-performance miniature detector developed by Sawaguchi. It incorporates a special small camera that can instantly determine whether the target in front, through scanning and analysis, is of extraterrestrial origin. In the NEW EYES, this device has evolved into a wristwatch model.
*: A powerful laser cannon developed by Doigaki for opening boxes in space.
*: Custom-made sunglasses with a built-in small CCD camera used for peering into the interior of Ragstone Core.
*: An extensive defense system used to protect Arados from Alien Nowar's attacks.
*: A device developed by Doigaki, used to create replicas by rearranging the molecules in space.
Rounder Shot.jpeg|Rounder Shot (Old Team)
Rounder Shot New.png|Rounder Shot (New Team)
Rounder Shot Additional gun unit.png|Rounder Shot additional gun unit
EYES Pacer.png|EYES Pacer
EYES Attach.png|EYES Attach
Digital Search.png|Digital Search (Old Team)
Digital Search New.png|Digital Search (New Team)
Doigaki Special Powerful Laser Cannon.png|Doigaki Special Powerful Laser Cannon
Monitor Sunglasses.png|Monitor Sunglasses
Shield Generator Device.png|Shield Generator Device
Object Facsimile.png|Object Facsimile
===Mecha===
*Core Module:
**TECCH Thunder:
**TECCH Spinnar:
**TECCH Booster:
**TECCH Diver:
**TECCH Raigar:
*Ultra Tokusatsu Perfect Mook Vol.28 : Ultraman Cosmos pg 16-17: EYES employs a high-speed special vehicle for ground patrols and tracking during their outdoor missions. Several of these vehicles are available, typically connected to the Capital Area through Treasure Base's underwater secret passages. While not armed, the vehicle is equipped with a plasma shield generator for defense against external threats to the vehicle and the driver, as well as reconnaissance and detection equipment. The vehicle model is based on the Honda Insight.
*: For the "Cat Toy Battle," Ayano borrowed a massive machine from the SRC facility department. The machine features a sculpture resembling the "Frog Rider" holding cat toys above it.
Core Module HD.png|Core Module
TECCH Thunder 1 HD.png|TECCH Thunder 1
TECCH Thunder 2 HD.png|TECCH Thunder 2
TECCH Thunder 3 HD.png|TECCH Thunder 3
TECCH Thunder 4.png|TECCH Thunder 4
TECCH Spinnar 1 HD.png|TECCH Spinnar 1
TECCH Spinnar 2.png|TECCH Spinnar 2
TECCH Booster HD.png|TECCH Booster
TECCH Liger 1.png|TECCH Liger 1
TECCH Liger 2.png|TECCH Liger 2
TECCH Spinnar KS-1 HD.png|TECCH Spinnar KS-1
TECCH Spinnar KS-3.png|TECCH Spinnar KS-3
TECCH Spinnar KS-4.png|TECCH Spinnar KS-4
TECCH Diver HD.png|TECCH Diver
Sea Diver.png|Sea Diver
EYES Shepard 1.png|Shepard
Yuke-Yuke Kaeru Tank.png|Yuke-Yuke Kaeru Tank
==Classification System==
===Condition Level===
EYES introduced a system with three deployment condition levels to manage crisis situations:
*: Stance for monster protection.
*: A balanced stance for both protection and attack.
*: Stance for attack.
==Merchandise==
Since 2001, Team EYES' headquarters/air-crafts has been released. 
CoreModuleProtoTroyTotal.jpg|Core Module: Prototype Troy TECCH
CoreModuleTechThunder.jpg|Core Module: TECCH Thunder Set
SecretTreasureBase.jpg|EYES Secret Treasure Base
CoreTechMachineSet+Cosmosfigures.jpg|Core TECCH Machine Set + Ultraman Cosmos figures (Luna/Corona)
CoreModuleTechBooster.jpg|Core Module TECCH Booster
CoreModuleTechDiverSet.jpg|Core Module TECCH Diver
CoreModuleTechSpinner.jpg|Core Module TECCH Spinner
CoreModuleTechLiger1.jpg|Core Module TECCH Liger 1
CoreModuleTechLiger2.jpg|Core Module TECCH Liger 2
UltraMachineSetEXMovie3.jpg|Ultra Machine Set EX (Cosmos vs Justice) 
Ultramachineset02.jpg|Ultra Machine Set 02 (Bundled with Ultra Hawk 1, Ultra Hawk 3, Sky Whale, GUTS Wing)
==Gallery==
===Ultraman Cosmos===
EYES TV 25.png
EYES TV 1.png
EYES TV 2.png
EYES TV 3.png
EYES TV 20.png
EYES TV 5.png
EYES TV 6.png
EYES TV 7.png
EYES TV 8.png
EYES TV 9.png
EYES TV 11.png
Team_EYES_Tv1.png
Team_EYES_Tv2.png
EYES TV 10.png
Team_EYES_Tv4.png
EYES TV 21.png
EYES TV 24.png
===Ultraman Cosmos 2: The Blue Planet===
EYES Movie 2 1.png
EYES Movie 2 2.png
Team_EYES_and_Team_SEA.png|Team EYES and Team SEA
===Ultraman Cosmos vs. Ultraman Justice: The Final Battle===
New_Team_EYES_2.png
New_Team_EYES_3.png
EYES Movie 3 4.png
EYES Movie 3 5.png
EYES Movie 3 6.png
EYES Movie 3 3.png
EYES Movie 3 7.png
===Miscellaneous===
EYES 3000.png
EYES 2001.png
EYES_2.jpeg 
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EYES 2001 01.png
Team_EYES_Tv6.png
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Teams-EYES-新EYES.jpg|New Team EYES
EYES Movie 3 8.png
==References==
Category:Teams
Category:Defense Teams
Category:EYES
Category:EYES Members
Category:Ultraman Cosmos
Category:Ultraman Cosmos Characters