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The concept for Exo Force was developed at a time following a period of financial problems for The Lego Group in the early 2000s. As part of the financial recovery, the company aimed to create original themes that would appeal to children and adults. Due to the rising public interest in Japanese anime during this period, which was driven by shows like Dragon Ball Z, Pokémon, and Yu Gi Oh, The Lego Group made the decision to create an original anime inspired theme.

On Sentai Mountain, a peaceful civilization exists where advanced robots and the ancient way of life go hand in hand. But one day, a golden robot named Meca One leads the robots to revolt against the humans. Fights between the humans and robots break out, unleashing uncontrollable energies that divide the mountain in two. The humans eventually overcome the robots and cast them into the gorge. The humans build bridges to link the two halves of the mountain. The most important bridge they build is the Tenchi (天地 "heaven & earth") Bridge. Some humans, including Sensei Keiken, fear that the robots might come back someday so Sensei Keiken promptly begins to construct armored battle machines for defense. But before the humans' preparations are complete, the robot legions, armed with battle machines of their own, catch the humans by surprise and quickly seize control of the southern half of the mountain. More powerful than ever, their primary aim is to completely drive humanity from Sentai Mountain. Sensei Keiken hurriedly recruits new pilots to man the battle machines and Exo Force is born. The Exo Force storyline for 2006 culminates in the Battle of Sentai Fortress when Meca One unleashes an all out assault on the humans. After a narrow victory, Keiken decides that Exo Force is too vulnerable in the Sentai Fortress and that they need an "edge" to defeat the robots. The 2007 storyline centers around Exo Force's discovery of the legendary Golden City at the top of Sentai Mountain and mysterious secret codes therein which could be used to unlock powerful technology. Keiken's hope is that this technology will provide the crucial key to defeating the robots. In the 2008 storyline, the northern side of the mountain begins to be conquered by the robots and many Exo Force pilots are held captive. Among the lot, Sensei Keiken is captured, and is being held captive by the robots in the jungle at the base of Sentai Mountain. The remaining Exo Force pilots must rescue their leader in this hostile jungle environment that holds the secret to what gave the robots life and the will to destroy. This plot was not resolved and the theme was discontinued after a single online comic.

Hikaru (光): Hikaru is serious, silent, and wants to win. He prefers to work solo, but has learned to count on his teammates. He is a natural tactician and commander, though he can seem cold or overly logical at times. Hikaru is an incredible marksman and highly skilled at aerial combat. Takeshi (武) Takeshi is grim, fierce, and a little crazy. He lives for one thing – to smash robots and their battle machines into tiny little pieces. Unlike Hikaru, Takeshi is much more likely to react instinctively and emotionally in a crisis, rather than relying on logic and planning. Ha Ya To (隼人): Ha Ya To is adventurous, a joker, and loves to fly. He's at his happiest and is most comfortable in the air, even if it means putting himself in harm's way. He is addicted to the adrenaline rush of battle and usually has a joke on his lips no matter how bad the situation. It was discontinued by the end of 2008. In 2006, the theme released a variety of individual battle machines, such as Grand Titan and Mobile Defence Tank, and robot machines, such as Thunder Fury. The largest sets were Striking Venom, the robot's battle station, and Sentai Fortress. In 2007, the story was set in the Golden City, with the Fight for the Golden Tower set at its centre. The Exo Force also had newly designed mecha. In 2008, the story moved to the jungle, which introduced new toy vehicles, such as Storm Lasher and Hybrid Rescue Tank.

The motto for Exo Force in 2006 was "Time to Power Up!". 16 sets was released on 2006. Stealth Hunter (set number: 7700) was released on 2006. The set consists of 164 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Hikaru. Unit Designation is A.01 龍翼 (Dragon Wing) and Alternative Model is Stealth Wasp. Grand Titan (set number: 7701) was released on 2006. The set consists of 194 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Takeshi. Unit Designation is L.01 龍牙 (Dragon Fang) and Alternative Model is Titan Tracker. Thunder Fury (set number: 7702) was released on 2006. The set consists of 197 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Devastator (Red). Unit Designation is TF.7702 and Alternative Model is Fire Fury. Fire Vulture (set number: 7703) was released on 2006. The set consists of 177 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Devastator (Blue). Unit Designation is FV.7703 and Alternative Model is Hover Hawk. Sonic Phantom (set number: 7704) was released on 2006. The set consists of 215 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Devastator (Green). Unit Designation is SP.7704 and Alternative Model is Speeder Phantom. Gate Assault (set number: 7705) was released on 2006. The set consists of 402 pieces with 5 minifigures. The set included Lego minifigures of Ha Ya To, Human Soldier and 3 Iron Drones. Gate Defender Unit Designation is A.02 鷹 (Falcon) and Sentry II Unit Designation is 7705. Alternative Models is Swift and Blockade Bulldozer. Mobile Defense Tank (set number: 7706) was released on 2006. The set consists of 365 pieces with 2 minifigures. The set included Lego minifigures of Ryo and Human Soldier. Unit Designation is AT.02 登山車 (Mountain Climbing Vehicle) and Alternative Model is Advance Tactical Unit. Striking Venom (set number: 7707) was released on 2006. The set consists of 646 pieces with 7 minifigures. The set included Lego minifigures of Meca One and 6 Iron Drones. Unit Designation is SV.7707 and Alternative Model is Frontline Barricade. Uplink (set number: 7708) was released on 2006. The set consists of 69 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Ryo. Unit Designation is AT.01 虎 (Tiger) and Alternative Model and Link Transporter. Sentai Fortress (set number: 7709) was released on 2006. The set consists of 1408 pieces with 8 minifigures. The set included Lego minifigures of Keiken, Hikaru, Takeshi, Ryo, Ha Ya To, Meca One and 2 Iron Drones. Silent Strike Unit Designation is A.04 天王 (Sky King). Alternative Models is Sentai Tower and Blightrunner. Sentry (set number: 7711) was released on 2006. The set consists of 78 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Iron Drone. Unit Designation is 7711 and Alternative Model is Laser Sentry. Supernova (set number: 7712) was released on 2006. The set consists of 283 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Takeshi. Unit Designation is L.02 炎王 (Flame King) and Alternative Model is Nova Crawler. 'Bridge Walker vs. White Lightning (set number: 7713) was released on 2006. The set consists of 632 pieces with 4 minifigures. The set included Lego minifigures of Ha Ya To, Meca One and 2 Devastators. White Lightning Unit Designation is A.03 白雷 (White Thunder) and Bridge Walker Unit Designation is BW.7713. Alternative Models is Fire Eagle and Raven Attacker.

15 sets was released on 2007. Golden Guardian (set number: 7714) was released on 2007. The set consists of 267 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Ha Ya To. Unit Designation is A.11 金武 (Golden Warrior). Combat Crawler X2 (set number: 7721) was released on 2007. The set consists of 581 pieces with 3 minifigures. The set included Lego minifigure of Ryo, Iron Drone and Devastator (Red). Unit Designation is 7721. Cyclone Defender (set number: 8100) was released on 2007. The set consists of 92 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Ryo. Unit Designation is AT.10 虎 (Tiger). Claw Crusher (set number: 8101) was released on 2007. The set consists of 99 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Devastator. Unit Designation is 8101. Blade Titan (set number: 8102) was released on 2007. The set consists of 162 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Takeshi. Unit Designation is L.10 銳刃 (Sharp Blade). Sky Guardian (set number: 8103) was released on 2007. The set consists of 144 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Hikaru. Unit Designation is A.10 音速 (Speed of Sound). Shadow Crawler (set number: 8104) was released on 2007. The set consists of 161 pieces with 2 minifigures. The set included Lego minifigures of Devastator (Green) and skeleton. Unit Designation is 8104. Iron Condor (set number: 8105) was released on 2007. The set consists of 141 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Devastator (Red). Unit Designation is 8105. Aero Booster (set number: 8106) was released on 2007. The set consists of 312 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Ha Ya To. Unit Designation is A.12 虎 (Tiger). Fight for the Golden Tower (set number: 8107) was released on 2007. The set consists of 571 pieces with 2 minifigures. The set included Lego minifigures of Hitomi and Devastator. Sonic Raven Unit Designation is 8107. Mobile Devastator (set number: 8108) was released on 2007. The set consists of 1009 pieces with 13 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigures of Ryo, Meca One, 3 Devastators, 6 Iron Drones and 2 skeletons. Blazing Falcon Unit Designation is A.13 狩猟 (Hunter).

7 sets was released on 2008. River Dragon (set number: 8111) was released on 2008. The set consists of 115 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Ha Ya To. Unit Designation is W.20 速攻 (Quick Attack). Battle Arachnoid (set number: 8112) was released on 2008. The set consists of 312 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Devastator. Unit Designation is 8112 紅蜘蛛 (Red Spider). Assault Tiger (set number: 8113) was released on 2008. The set consists of 160 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Takeshi. Unit Designation is L.20 凄裂 (Dreadful Ripping). Chameleon Hunter (set number: 8114) was released on 2008. The set consists of 185 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Hikaru. Unit Designation is L.21 幻術 (Illusion Power). Dark Panther (set number: 8115) was released on 2008. The set consists of 222 pieces with 3 minifigures. The set included Lego minifigures of Devastator and 2 Iron Drones. Unit Designation is 8115 暗闇豹 (Darkness Panther)
Storm Lasher (set number: 8117) was released on 2008. The set consists of 275 pieces with 1 minifigure. The set included Lego minifigure of Iron Drone. Unit Designation is 8117 鬼蜻蜓 (Ghost Dragonfly). Hybrid Rescue Tank (set number: 8118) was released on 2008. The set consists of 339 pieces with 1 minifigures. The set included Lego minifigures of Ryo and Keiken. Unit Designation is AT.20 毒霧 (Poison Mist).

The Lego Group developed a series of long format commercials composed of two minute episodes that aired on Nickelodeon and Nicktoons during late January 2006. TitleAirdateLegend of Sentai MountainJanuary 23, 2006 Best of Human Exo Force!January 24, 2006Harsh Training of Exo Force? !January 25, 2006Failure of Exo Force!January 26, 2006War Starts !January 27, 2006