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The Tokyo Comic Con is currently underway in Japan this weekend and among the extensive displays from various companies is a special treat for Godzilla fans. Bandai Tamashii Nations have revealed their S.H. MonsterArts figures for next years Godzilla: King of the Monsters movie, with Godzilla, Mothra, Rodan and King Ghidorah on display!

This marks our first proper look at the three iconic kaiju that will be joining the King of the Monsters for this film, and though there have been some changes (Mothra’s body in particular) it’s clear that Legendary Pictures have remained relatively faithful to Toho‘s original designs.

Stay tuned to Tokunation for more news about these figures’ release as it comes, but in the meantime you can check out full-sized images of these fantastic re-imaginings after the jump!

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The release of the Super Mini-Pla Thunder Gridman set is only a week again, but if that wasn’t enough to whet fans’ appetites Bandai have also updated their official candy toy blog with preview images of the accompanying Gridman Sigma and Dyna Dragon set!

This extensive set of images gives us a better look at unpainted versions of both model kits, along with Dyna Dragon and its multiple components – the King Jet and Dragonic Cannon/Dyna Fighter! Also included is a preview of just how Dyna Dragon will combine with both the Gridman and Gridman Sigma figures to form King Gridman.

The Super Mini-Pla Gridman Sigma and Dyna Dragon set is a premium Bandai exclusive due for release in February 2019. It is available both as a two-pack for 6480 yen and the Dyna Dragon on its own for 4860 yen. Check out the full selection of images after the jump!

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Today Bandai Tamashii Nations revealed their pickup items due for release in April 2019, and among them is a highly awaited figure for Ultraman fans – S.H. Figuarts Ultraman Belial! Previously revealed via magazine scans and later unveiled at the Tamashii Nations 2018 event, this figure is based on the dark Ultra warrior’s standard Reionics form which he took after merging with Alien Rayblood.

S.H. Figuarts Ultraman Belial will be a general retail release in April 2019, with the price and full accessory count yet to be confirmed. What we do know however is that he will be packaged with his signature Giga Battle Nizer weapon. We’ll bring you more information on this figure as it comes, but in the meantime check out the full selection of images after the jump!

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RIDER TIME!

Rejoice! For our lord Kamen Rider Zi-O has gained the power of three Kamen Riders: Kamen Rider Zi-O Hibiki, Den-O & Kabuto Armor Times are here.

Ahead of their respective DX Ride Watch releases which collectors in Japan have already managed to get their hands on. Our first look at these spiffy new armors comes from the very packages themselves which showcases what these armors should look like if and when Kamen Rider Zi-O decides to use them. These photos come courtesy of Japanese Twitter user @ultraridXXR.

Do note that these forms will be appearing in the Ganbarising arcade games there may be a possibility of these being used in a movie somewhere down the line but nothing official has been announced as of this writing. These may be considered spoilers, so be sure to make the jump at your own risk! 

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“Evol Match! Bat! Engine!”

Bandai Tamashii Nations’ Akiba Showroom has updated its display with a first look at S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Mad Rogue! The Evol Driver powered form of Nariaki Utsumi currently has no price or release details to report, however given the pattern of releases so far it seems that a Tamashii web exclusive release seems most likely. However from the display we can see that Mad Rogue will include both the Steam Blade and NebulaSteam Gun as accessories.

Check out the full-sized image after the jump and let us know if S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Mad Rogue will be joining your collection!

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You’re 20,000 years too early to preorder me!”

Tamashii Nations’ steady stream of Ultraman S.H. Figuarts releases continues on into 2019 with the announcement of S.H. Figuarts Ultraman Zero! Not to be confused with the S.H. Figuarts Ultraman Zero Beyond figure due out in November, this standard version of the dimension-hopping son of Ultraseven is due out in February 2019 with a price tag of 5940 yen. It also looks as though the figure will be a standard retail release, though this is yet to be confirmed.

The magazine scans also reveal that the figure will include his Zero Sluggers (which can fit both on his head and chest to replicate his “Zero Twin Shoot” attack) and Zero Twin Sword weapon.

Will you be adding S.H. Figuarts Ultraman Zero to your collection? Check out the full selection of images and sound off after the jump!

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The 20 Rider Kicks banner is been Bandai’s way of celebrating all things Kamen Rider, and where would a Kamen Rider be without a trusty transformation belt?

Revealed in toy catalog scans via J-Hero.com are the 20 Rider Kicks DX Kamen Rider Belt reissues each one slated for release in October. In the first batch of these reissues we have the DX Deca Driver, and W Driver, both appear to be rebrands of the Super Best versions.

In addition to the Lost Driver which will include non-T2 versions of the Skull and Eternal Gaia Memories along with Kamen Rider Gemm’s Buggle Driver and Dangerous Zombie Gashat.

The W and Deca Drivers will both retail for 7500 yen while the Buggle and Lost Drivers will cost 6500 yen a piece, an excellent alternative to those that may have missed out on these Belts the first time around or for new Kamen Rider fans looking to get their first one!

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The Frozen Passion! Grease Blizzard! Chill Chill Chill Chill!

Kamen Rider Build may now be over but Bandai Tamashii Nations clearly still have plenty of plans for the series, as is evident with the reveal that an S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Grease Blizzard is in the works! The final form of Kazumi Sawatari is currently under development, with the only information available at this time being a 3D mock up which also highlights some of the form’s more significant features.

Stay tuned to Tokunation for more information on S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Grease Blizzard as it arrives!

 

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The start of Kamen Rider Zi-O is right around the corner, and the new Rider Kicks Figure has many collectors excited. Thanks to some magazine scans, we have our first look at the Rider Kicks Figure Build Armor Time.

On its own, the RKS Armor Time Build doesn’t look like he has much going for it aside from some very limited elbow and knee joints. Other than that,  it appears to be a hollow shell that you then attach to either Kamen Rider Zi-O or Geiz akin to the Level 1 forms from Ex-Aid’s gimmick line. 

None the less, you can look forward to seeing this dropping in September, retailing for 1944 yen.

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As you might recall, Tamashii Nations announced the S.H.Figuarts Heisei Riders Rising Project to coincide with the launch of Kamen Rider Zi-O and the end of the Heisei Era. Many are eager to see what will come of this announcement, and our first one comes in the form of the S.H.Figuarts 20 Kamen Rider Kicks reissues of older S.H.Figuarts Kamen Rider figures.


What sets these Figuarts apart from their first releases is the fact that they’ll include special Tamashii Act stage stands: these stands include parts that will mimic one of Kamen Rider Zi-O’s Ride Watches in appearances and of course they’ll be themed after each corresponding Rider.

Each of these Figuarts will cost 5400 yen a piece, going in order, our first batch of releases will include Kamen Riders Build, Faiz, Gaim, Ex-Aid Blade, Den-O, Drive, and Ryuki with Drive and Den-O coming out January 2019.

This will be an excellent opportunity for those that may have missed out on these figures the first time around, or for those new to the fandom looking to dive head first into the fan favorite S.H.Figuarts line.