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Following up from the 2nd Premium Bandai release for Shuriken Sentai Ninninger we’ve been teased for at least one more! Revealed via Artisan Rodeomaru’s order page are teaser images of Super Sentai Artisan Chouzetsu Akaninger!

Artisan Chouzetsu Akaninger will be a high end replacement for the small DX figure included with DX Lion Ha Oh as it’s pilot. The new Artisan figure will be fully posable and includes Takaharu’s Ichibantou as well. True to being in proper scale this figure stands at a diminutive 65mm when compared to the 125mm of Shinobi & Rodemarus. So although this is a high end chogokin release this figure will be far too small to scale well with S.H. Figuarts or any other 1/12 scale collection of figures.

Pricing has yet to be announced at this time, however as soon as more information becomes available we’ll update you!

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Taking a break from our San Diego Comic Con 2015 coverage we’ve gotten an update to another story from a few days ago. Rumored only days ago, today we have confirmation on the final mecha for Shuriken Sentai Ninninger. Releasing in October is the DX Gekiatsu Dai Oh!

As reported Gekiatsu Dai Oh is a brand new 6-piece combiner for the entire team. Each of the animals it’s composed of feature a hybrid vehicle motif as well as molded in flame details. Consdering Takaharu’s constant state of being “Fired Up” this is totally appropriate! Also as reported Gekiatsu will feature a chest missle launcher activated by a dial gimmick on it’s back. Each of the missles is actually the Ninningers themselves!

So what do you think of this bizarre new mecha? It’s been many years since a full team mecha upgrade like this has happened and it may very well be the first time a 6th ranger has received one and been incorporated in this fashion.

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Our very own Kickback is back! This time he interviewed Adam Newman from Tamashii Nations, who was at the Bluefin booth.  From the interview, Adam talked about the state of the market when it comes to Figuarts, from Sentai/Power Ranger to Kamen Riders, and Anime in general.

Tamashii Nations USA is taking a break from anything Power Rangers related for SDCC, in fact, while MMPR related product sold very well (Figuarts White Ranger was their best ever), Figuarts that aren’t MMPR didn’t do so well.  For example, the Figuarts Zero MMPR Red Ranger is being shelved because Tamashii Nations is less than satisfied with how the Figuarts Zero MMPR Green Ranger performed.

The overall state of Figuarts is doing very well however, in fact, the Figuarts market; when it comes to Kamen Rider and Anime properties, are growing so fast that Tamashii Nations had to restrategize so they can keep up with the demands.  Kamen Rider is doing so well that any past or new Kamen Rider characters has a chance to be made.  As for Sentai, if Ninninger can gain enough popularity, it’s entirely possible for Tamashii Nations to consider making the Figuarts as well.

When it comes to Power Ranger news, Tamashii Nations said that repackaging Kyoryuger Figuarts into Dino Charge is entirely possible, something for them to consider.  Tamashii also has interests to partner up with Saban Brands and Bandai of America to do something MMPR Movie related, but it would have to depend on how the movie progresses.

Now for a bit of good news: While Kamen Rider Gaim Figuarts aren’t currently being displayed at SDCC 2015, it is still being distributed by BlueFin, so look forward to that at your favorite retail outlet.  Also a nice tidbit for Dragon Ball fans out there, apparently the new reissue of Dragon Ball Figuarts will come with updated parts, such as hands and possibly faces, be sure to collect them all

Stay tuned as TokuNation brings you more update, pictures, and interviews from SDCC 2015,

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Though many have speculated since this the early reveal of the upcoming DX Lion Ha Oh, we may have some information regarding Shuriken Sentai Ninninger’s Q4 toys!

Lion Ha Oh, set for release in about a week, is the largest toy in the line and being that it’s a Q3 release many fans suspected a final mecha for Q4 to be revealed after it. Well if rumors posted by the reputable Dukemon22 of Rangerboard are to be believed then we’re actually about to get a brand new 6 piece combiner in October to finish out the year! DX Shuriken Gattai Gekiatsu Dai Oh!

Gekiatsu Dai Oh as stated above will be a 6 piece set of new mecha for the Ninningers. Composed of HouhouMaru (Phoenix), GenbuMaru (Turtle), SeiryuuMaru (Dragon), ByakkoMaru (White Tiger), PandaMaru (Panda), and MagoiMaru (Black Carp) each will have a hybrid vehicle motif. Able to form it’s own independent combination this robot is said to be primarily blue & orange with a fire theme. It’s also capable of substituting for Shurikenjin when combined with Lion Ha Oh to form Ha Oh Gekiatsu Dai Oh! It also apparently it has a chest missile firing gimmick!

What do you think about these rumors? We haven’t had a series regular full set of new machines for each individual of a sentai in quite some time, so this could be very unique indeed. Check back with us as time for release of this proposed set approaches!

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The behemoth and seemingly final (?) mecha of Shuriken Sentai Ninninger is due for a July 18th official release at Japanese retail. Priced at a whopping 9980 yen this big figure has been quite divisive with collectors. DX Lion Ha Oh’s large size and semi-simplistic design has put many off, but perhaps these new display images could change your mind.

Thanks to twitter user @soilu we have some great looks at DX Lion Ha Oh on display at a local Japanese retail shop! These new shots give us a look the impressive scale of Ha Oh confirming that the size is indeed worth the price, for some at least. Will you be picking this figure up? Sound off in our pre-existing Ninninger toy thread and let us know what you think of DX Lion Ha Oh in the comments below!

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Several new items relating to the DekaRanger- 10 Years After V-Cinema project have been revealed!

The story begins when the DekaRangers’ boss, Doggie Kruger is accused of a serious crime. BanBan (the original DekaRed) is sent by the Fire Squad to investigate and in the process reunites the DekaRanger team.

A number of guest stars have also been confirmed for this project:

*Ryusei Nakao will be returning to play the DekaRanger’s old enemy, Agent Abrella.
*Yuto Uemura, who had a minor role in two early DekaRanger episodes, will return as DekaYellow’s husband.
*Takumi Tsutsui (best known as the Metal Hero Jiraya) will play a criminal pursued by Doggie Kruger.
*Isao Sasaki– the singer who performed the original series’ ending theme Midnight DekaRanger will have a minor role.

DekaRanger 10 Years After will be released on DVD & Blu-Ray on October 7th 2015! Feel free to join in our Ongoing Discussion Thread and share your thoughts on this upcoming special reunion!

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While it continues filming more information and phots are turning up from the upcoming Tokusou Sentai Dekaranger 10 Years After V-cinema!

Today’s update brings us our first looks at most of the returning cast. Primarily we see Ban/Deka Red in his new Fire Squad uniform as well as what looks like a super SWAT upgrade to his Deka Red form! Tetsu/Deka Break also returns this time as a much higher ranking officer, possibly in charge of the Tokkyou unit.

Houji/Deka Blue is back but far from the cool & collected man we knew, this new disheveled look indicates he’s been down on his luck these past 10 years. Jasmine/Deka Yellow & Doggy/Deka Master return as well apparently with no change. Meanwhile 2 new faces, Neo Deka Red (Assam Asimov) & Neo Deka Yellow (Mugi Grafton), have joined the team! The newcomers have costumes that come with a SWAT vest at default and a new sidearm.

Stay tuned as we continue to bring you updates from this exciting new V-Cinema! Dekaranger 10 years After will be released on DVD & Blu-Ray on October 7th!

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Several new magazine scans have been posted online, giving us an extended look at the Ninningers’ newest power: transcending the limits of Nintality to become AkaNinger Chozetsu!

Takaharu unlocks this new form with the Chozetsu Changer, obtaining heavy armor and much stronger attacks.

To master this new form, Takaharu must locate the Celestial Otomo-Nin– otherwise known as Lion HaOh! Several fantastic images of this massive new mecha are included among the scans. In addition, we have learned that Lion HaOh is protected by a mysterious human called Shishi– played by singer Yukio Yamagata, who some fans may recognize as the voice behind Hyakujuu Sentai Gaoranger’s opening theme.

Last but certainly not least, the scans have included a look at the Ninninger’s Movie Exclusive upgrade- ShurikenJin Dino! A new orange Otomo-Nin appears to aid the Ninningers in their fight for the Splendid Ninja Scroll.

Definitely some exciting times ahead for the 39th Super Sentai Series! Stay tuned to TokuNation as we keep you up to date on all Ninja news!

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One more item of note from the Tokyo Toy Show!

Several new images have been posted online featuring the next item in the Shuriken Sentai Ninninger arsenal: DX Lion HaOh!

This massive Otomo-Nin features both Beast and Robot configurations and can combine with DX ShurikenJin and Bison King to create the mighty HA-OH ShurikenJin!

In addition, we also have an image of the Ninningers’ Chozetzu Changer, the special power upgrade that allows the Ninningers to transform into the new Chozetzu armored form.

DX Lion HaOh is scheduled for release on July 25 2015 and will cost 7538 Yen before shipping and handling.