Youtube user “wotakufighter” has put up two new videos offering a close look at the latest release in the superb Arms Change action figure series: Armored Rider Kurokage and his unusually creative new vehicle, the TulipHopper!
UPDATED! Third video added!
The AC-09 set gets released this weekend in Japan so fans who were lucky enough to preorder the set should check their mailboxes for payment requests!
Bandai has announced a second special Kamen Rider Gaim set, featuring two DX Lock Seeds and corresponding faceplates for the Sengoku Driver.
This new set contains DX Matsubokkuri (“Pinecone”) and Kurimi (“Walnut”), the perfect set for fans of Armored Rider Kurokage and Armored Rider Knuckle! Even though Knuckle actually has NO faceplate since he uses the mass-production driver but that’s another story altogether.
In addition, Bandai has also revealed a special bonus for people who buy this set or the previously announced DX Durian/Acorn set: the “SID” Lock Seed! This golden decorative device was seen in the Lock Dealers’ possession relatively early in the series but its actual powers are still unknown.
The DX Pinecone and Walnut set will be released on June 30 and has a relatively affordable price tag of 4000 Yen
Tamashii’s main page has updated once again with some interesting future releases!
Highlights of the June release schedule are SH Figuarts Kamen Rider Chalice, the long-absent fan-favorite from “Kamen Rider Blade” and Ultra-ACT Ultraman Ginga, the newest supersized hero!
Price details on both are not yet confirmed so stay tuned for further details!
The Garo Project has put up a new trailer for the upcoming spinoff mini-series featuring the Silver Fanged Makai Knight, Zero:
This six-episode mini-series will begin March 5, 2014!
Former Power Rangers stunt coordinator Jeff Pruitt has put up another production video from the filming of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers’ second season in Japan- a collection of footage generally referred to by fans as “Zyu2.”
While there is no sound, this video gives us great detail on the Zyu2 era footage and even includes a number of shots that went unused by Saban!
Ultra-ACT’s latest offering for fans is a double deal!
This recently announced two-pack highlights the dynamic duo of Ultraman Zero: Strong Corona & Luna Miracle!
These two will be released as a Tamashii Web Exclusive in July for the low low price of 8,856 Yen!
The first teaser video for recently-announced video game crossover “Kamen Rider: Battride War II” is now online!
While no new gameplay secrets are revealed just yet, this does give us a close look at some of the returning Riders in this installment:
“Battride War II” will be released for the Playstation 3 and WiiU game consoles. The basic release will be on July 26th for 7120 Yen while a second Premium TV Edition with several additional songs will be released in August for 10450 Yen
NECA’s ToyFair display includes an impressive display of Pacific Rim figures!
In addition to the already-released Gipsy Danger & Knifehead toys, we also have a close look at the upcoming “TRESPASSER” Kaiju along with two more Jaeger figures: the Russian Cherno Alpha and the Japanese Coyote Tango, both impressive (if probable final) entries in the Pacific Rim toyline.
Be sure to check out ToyArk’s full Pacific Rim Toyfair gallery!
The opening for the next GARO series has been put online! This music definitely sets a nice tone for this promising new show:
“Garo: Makai No Hana” will begin in April 2014! Be sure to join our discussion & share your thoughts on the return of the Golden Knight!
Wonderfest 2014 has begun! This annual unveiling of upcoming Japanese merchandise always has a few surprises for tokusatsu fans, and this year things start off on a Dangerous note:
We now have our first look at SH Figuarts Armored Rider Bravo, complete with one of the best displays Bandai has ever put up! In addition, three Armored Rider Kurokage Figuarts are on display. These 3 appear to be of the MP Kurokage Trooper variety lacking faceplate details and having silver belts. We’re waiting for confirmation of how these figure will be released and how a standard Hasse Kurokage will be released relating to them.
Stay tuned to TokuNation this weekend as we keep you up to date on all the Wonfest reveals!
EDIT: More pictures added from Wonderfest courtesy of AmiAmi Blog