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File this under pleasant surprises. Apparently scheduled for release in September 2014 are two long awaited releases. S.H. Figuarts Aka Ranger from Himitsu Sentai Goranger. You may recall that this figure hasn’t been seen since it was displayed at Tamashii Features Vol 3 in 2012.

And then there’s S.H. Figuarts Bio Rider from Kamen Rider Black RX who was only glimpsed thanks to SHFindo back in March!

Release details haven’t been confirmed for either figure yet, but the Tamashii Web Page is stating these will be released in September. And they’ve provided several official images of each figure!

under Super Sentai

As has been the standard in recent years for Super Sentai Minipla, it looks like we’ll be treated to another special release boxed set this year. Following in the foot steps of Gokai Oh Clear Version, Go-Buster Oh Meteorite, and Raiden Kyoryuzin Brave Finish, this year will see the release Cho ToQ Oh Clear Rainbow SP! This will be a full 12 box minipla set release cast in clear “rainbow” colors.

Thanks to retailer AmiAmi listing a pre-order for this set we know of it’s existence before actual images have been circulated. As suggested by their order page retail price would be 4536 yen, though their price is the much more pleasing 3520 yen. And in an odd contrast to last year this would appear to be a general release rather than aBandai Premium one.

AmiAmi currently lists this set for a late September release so it’s a ways off. Stick with TokuNation as we update you on this story in the future, and hopefully have images.

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The original big bad kaiju has just returned to theaters after a 10 year hiatus. Legendary’s Godzilla is on screens world wide and he’s absolutely destroying them. If you haven’t seen the film yet, we HIGHLY recommend that you do. And to celebrate the film’s release TokuNation.com is proud to present this companion piece to it. A full summary & review of the Godzilla Awakening Graphic Novel prequel!

Godzilla Awakening follows the exploits of the elder Dr. Serizawa (Ichiro’s father) from 1945-1954 as a member of the elite Monarch Unit. A group tasked with finding and exterminating the MUTO creatures. Though what the good doctor would theorize, and this unit would later discover, would be something far greater. A living legend, a monstrous myth, the king of all monsters, Godzilla! This book set out to expand the historical universe of the 2014 Godzilla film and it has succeeded wonderfully. If you want more insight into just what drives Ken Watanabe’s character, Dr. Ichiro Serazawa in the film, then this story about his father, is a must read.

By clicking “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums” you’ll be taken directly to a lengthy and spoiler heavy review and summary of Godzilla Awakening. Again, this book contains MASSIVE spoilers for the film as does our review. Read on at your own risk.

 

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With their pending release later this month, we’ve gotten an early look at packaged samples of S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Gaim & Kamen Rider Baron! Gaim & Baron each retail for 4104 Yen.

Pre-Orders have been hard to come by at all the big import retailers, but be sure to keep your eye on Amiami as their pre-orders have come back in stock off and on the last few days for both figures.

Check out that Gorgeous Orange & Banana themed packaging after the jump!

under Super Sentai

All aboard!

Tokunation has pulled back into the station with Ressha Sentai ToQger. And we’re back with a new gallery of DX Diesel Ressha!

Diesel Ressha, or as Right/ToQ 1 would call him “Grandpa”, is pretty unique in this line. Instead of being the typical “2-car” Ressha like the previous ones Diesel comes in 5 pieces. So this guy is crazy big when compared to the other Resshas. His addition to the line allows you to take the already released Tank & Car Carrier Resshas and create Diesel Oh! This blocky awesome robo is a welcome shelf mate to go with your  ToQ Oh. And if you’d prefer to display them combined, you can! As Cho ToQ Oh!

Click “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums” at the bottom of this post to be taken to the Full 40 image gallery of this figure. And also be sure to check out the one and only Baltmatrix’s review of this figure below!

under Super Sentai, TokuNation, TokuNation Spotlights

One week from now Mahou Sentai Magiranger ends on Let’s Watch Wednesdays! But for now, let’s see how the Ozu family stands up to the remaining  Gods of Infershia!

Toad has been chosen to punish the surface. And the truth is finally revealed, Miyuki is his most prized possession in his collection of souls! But to retrieve her the Magirangers will have to play Toad’s deadly game. Meanwhile Blagel continues to guard N-ma’s soul while 3 Gods assault him. The spirit of the wolf is strong! The peaceful god Titan will refuse the power of N-Ma. And It’s time for the Ozu family to add one more to the fold as Magi Mother makes her triumphant return!

It’s your next to last chance to discuss all things Magiranger in our weekly discussion thread! Just click “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums” at the bottom of this post to jump right in.

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In a mere 2 days, the King Of Monsters will make his triumphant return to movie screens world wide after being absent for nearly 10 years. And while we may not have a new trailer or featurette to share right now, why not have a look at 3 choice videos to get you pumped for Legendary’s Godzilla?

Taking an unfortunate but hilarious trip down memory lane, how about Screen Junkies Honest Trailers treatment for the 1998 Rolland Emerich Godzilla movie? It certainly puts the already panned film into perspective.

Then why not check out CineFix’s very own Shot For Shot home made trailer for Godzilla 2014? A comparison of this and the original can be found on their page showing just how true  this “sweeded” version is to the actual trailer.

And of course we can’t forget the deliciously awesome Godzilla 2014 Snickers commercial! One of the best pieces of marketing for this film has undoubtedly been this hilarious commercial which shows the big G having fun playing ping-pong, water skiing, chatting up the ladies, and having a good time. 

And with that, prepare for Godzilla to destroy theaters on May 16th!

under Garo, General Tokusatsu News, Kamen Rider, Power Rangers, Super Sentai

Have you been following Mahou Sentai Magiranger as a part of the latest Let’s Watch Wednesdays here at TokuNation? You should, but if you haven’t the show and our viewing of it will end one week from tomorrow! So get in on the discussion while you still can. However it’s also time we picked the series for our next Let’s Watch segment! And this time we want to mix things up.

There won’t be any nominations this time around. After digging through the records of previous LWW nominations threads we’ve come up with an all-star list of the toku shows that YOU the community demanded, but that simply never won the polls. These choices are the 10 most frequently requested series that have yet to have a go on Let’s Watch Wednesdays. But now is your chance to make them happen!

 

  • Kamen Rider Faiz
  • Madan Senki Ryukendo
  • Garo (Season 1)
  • Taiyo Sentai Sun Vulcan
  • Tensou Sentai Goseiger
  • Ultraman Mebius
  • Kamen Rider Den-O
  • Kamen Rider Black
  • Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger
  • Power Rangers In Space

Make your decision by clicking “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums” at the bottom of this post to be taken to our poll! This poll will remain open for 1 week, until Wednesday May 21st at 11:59 PM. Good luck!

under Godzilla

We are just 1 week away from the release of the highly anticipated Godzilla 2014 film. So of course TokuNation would like to take another look at the merchandise released so far to celebrate this movie. And this piece of merch is indeed special!

You may recall that on December 28th 2013 we reported on the existence of this Light & Sound Godzilla kit. You may also have noticed that at the request of Warner Bros/Legendary on the same day, the leaked images of this figure were removed from our site. This hilarious incident has forever re-branded this figure as Cease & Desist Godzilla around the staff forums. It’s also known as the incident where I, first got us “lawyered”. Good times!

As for the figure, it’s a rather simple but fun piece with limited articulation but a decent light & sound gimmick. A sticker book containing various images of the new Godzilla is also included. Originally it was reported to be a mini-history book of Godzilla over the past 60 years. Sadly this is not the case in the final product

Click “Discuss on the TokuNation forums” at the bottom of this post to check out the full gallery.

under General Tokusatsu News

Did you forget something that happened this week? We may have as well, but Photo & Content contributor conundrum did not. This past Wednesday 05/07/14 marked the 15th anniversary of the final episode of Mystic Knights of Tir Na Nog!

For a little history lesson, Mystic Knights was an American/Irish co-production created by Saban Entertainment based loosely on Irish myths and aimed at the same audience that watched such shows as Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers and Masked Rider. The show itself only lasted a single 50 episode season as it’s second season, to be titled “Battle Thunder”, had it’s budget allocated to Power Rangers Lost Galaxy. The show however is still special for many fans because of it’s unique take on the genre and the toyline itself is really pretty great and still affordable to collect even today.

If you need to take a trip down memory lane and relive this excellent series then by all means check out conundrum’s latest gallery by clickking “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums”. And be sure to check out his previous entries from this series as well:

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Armored Defender Angus – 7 inch[/URL]
Armored Defender Rohan – 7 inch[/URL]

Who knows, maybe one day this series could be released on DVD by Shout Factory the same way other classic Saban franchises have been? Time will tell.