“The man who will rule the world… must walk the path of American availability.”
Bluefin Distributing has picked up the much-hyped Kamen Rider Kabuto Renewal– an excellent opportunity for Western buyers and a great way to demonstrate the new Figuarts body-type!
Renewal Kabuto will be available in April 2014 for 50.99 USD
We are finally ready to announce the winners of our S.H. Figuarts Red Ranger contest and Autographed S.H. Figuarts Green Ranger signed by Jason David Frank contest!
The winner of the S.H. Figuarts Red Ranger figure, along with SDCC Power Rangers ACG exclusive Armored Red Ranger and Figuarts Red and Green Ranger cards is @Howling_Snail on Twitter! Congratulations!
The winner of the autographed by Jason David Frank S.H. Figuarts Green Ranger figure, along with a SDCC Power Rangers ACG Figuarts Red and Green Ranger card is XW1n5t0nX from our TokuNation.com forums!
We have contacted each winner requesting a mailing address so that we can get your items to you ASAP! Thanks for participating! And get ready for our ultimate, yearly contest coming during our 2 year celebration in January, 2014!
Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger and Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers, two shows that will forever be remembered in the tokusatsu community. One for the innovation and originality it brought to a well established franchise, and the other for it’s meteoric start to one of the most popular children’s entertainment franchises in western media. Both of these beloved shows continue to receive attention as Power Rangers reaches it’s 20th Anniversary, and the Zyurangers are set to appear in the Kyoryuger VS. Go-Busters film!
Of course Bandai can’t resist making dreams come true for fans of both of these franchises. So today we take a look at their latest release with an extensive gallery of S.H. Figuarts Ptera Ranger or as we also know her the Mighty Morphin’ Pink Ranger! Ptera comes with her Ranger Slinger, Ranger Stick, Ptera Bow & Arrow, and 3 extra sets of hands.
This exquisite figure captures the essence of the 3 amazing women to don the costume in both franchises. Be sure to follow Reiko Chiba/Mei[/URL] & Amy Jo Johnson/Kimberly[/URL] on twitter, and Catherine Sutherland/Kat[/URL] on facebook!
To check out the full gallery, click here or click on the link at the bottom right corner of this news post!
The Bluefin/Tamashii Facebook page has updated with a couple of interesting new items for March!
US distribution has been confirmed for SH Figuarts Shining Agito (estimated price 40.99 and Ultra-Act Ultraman Leo (priced at 38.99)
Collectors interested in these two items should look for preorders opening soon!
The first of many two pack Figuarts to come from Bandai Tamashii Nations: Overdrive Black Ranger and Blue Ranger!
Based on the Japanese web exclusive Boukenger two pack set, this set features a packaging that features the US Power Ranger Overdrive logo and name, even on the clear blister window. The interior content is same as their Japanese counterparts though.
This two pack set comes with many accessories for both rangers but strangely the accessories did not include the guns without the nubs that connects the gun to the belt like Bouken Red/Overdrive Red did.
Overdrive Blue’s fan weapon comes with a removable strap that makes it easy to equip. Overdrive Black’s hands are a little loose around the hammer, so wield it with both hand is almost necessary.
The same neck issue that was present in Bouken Red/Overdrive Red still exists in this set as well.
This figure has been long awaited by both Super Sentai & Power Rangers fans but the time is finally here. Today’s gallery is of S.H. Figuarts Kiba Ranger from Gosei Sentai Dairanger or for Power Rangers fans the original White Ranger!
Kiba Ranger is none other than the young boy Kou, grown to adult size after using his Aura Changer. His trusty partner and weapon the Byako Shinken (Saba) is included with holstered and extended blades. And though the choice of hands for this figure is limited this Japanese market Tamashii Web Exclusive release includes an alternate chest plate. This represents Kiba Ranger’s temporary stint as the cancelled “4th member” of the Akibarangers from Hikonin Sentai Akibaranger Season 2 and it’s alternate timeline where the Dairangers never existed!
Ironically the same young actor who played a young Burai/Dragon Ranger in Zyuranger also happened to play Kou in Dairanger. Thus sharing a rather odd connection to Tommy Oliver and his dual roles as both the Green and White Rangers in Power Rangers!
And how many of our fans remember our contest and were waiting for the chance to win the S.H. Figuarts Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Green Ranger signed by Jason David Frank? Well, this seems like the right piece to do that with! So let’s do this! Three different ways to enter, each giving you an entry to win!
TO WIN THE AUTOGRAPHED JDF SH FIGUARTS MMPR GREEN RANGER:
Winner will be selected at random! Good luck!
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Internet personality Vangelus interviewed Bluefin Tamashii Nations regarding their business and how exactly SH Figuarts Mighty Morphin Power Rangers happened. He asked if we could ever see an armored Black Ranger, based on the Season 1 episode of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers where the Black Ranger took the Dragon Armor from the Green Ranger to battle the Oysterizer.
At around the 4:34 mark, Adam Newman and Xaiver Lim from Bluefin have what is can only be described as a scripted banter back and forth about “Hey, we should do that as a SDCC exclusive and package it with this!”.
Check out the interview below.
What do you think? Do you want an SH Figuarts Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Armored Black Ranger?
**It should be noted that the Armored Black Ranger and Shieldless Green Ranger these particular figures would be based on only appear in the Zyu2 footage created by Toei, for Saban, to increase the episode count of MMPR. Though Dragon/Green Ranger has appeared at other times without the shield he still included his arm bands. Technically speaking this would make these the first ever US exclusive rangers or variations on a standard costume to be made into SH Figuarts! A small step in the direction of Battlizers, Spirit Rangers, Titanium, and more!
What a day! TokuNation.com had boots on the ground at New York Comic Con 2013 and our crew was busy covering things for us here, as well as our sister sites TFW2005.COM and ToyArk.com. We are pleased to bring you a write-up of all the images of not just Power Rangers, but also from our sister sites showcasing Transformers, Marvel, DC, Mattel, Yes Anime, Square-Enix, and more!
TOKUNATION.COM– First Look At Power Rangers Super Megaforce
The first pictures came in this morning of (as we’d learn later) an unfinished Power Rangers display booth. We got our first look at a number of Power Rangers Super Megaforce toys!
– S.H. Figuarts Power Rangers Figures
Bluefin Tamashii Nations is at the show and for the first time in person we got to see the Power Rangers Ninja Storm as well as the Power Blaster, the combined form of the weapons of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.
– S.H. MonsterArts Godzilla Figures
Again at Bluefin Tamashii Nations, we got to see a collection of current and upcoming Godzilla figures. Some awesome stuff that’ll make any toy collector’s mouth water.
– First Look At Legacy Dragonzord and Dragon Dagger
Hidden until the doors opened, Bandai of America then revealed the actual toys of the upcoming Legacy Dragonzord and Legacy Dragon Dagger. Thanks to our staff member Sentai Tamashii, we were able to grab some quick first pics.
– In-Depth Pictures of Power Rangers Super Megaforce
Our crew was busy covering dozens of booths for all of our sites, but we took your picture requests and sent them back to the booth to grab what they could. Check out the detailed pictures!
– In-Depth Pictures of Legacy Dragonzord and Legacy Dragon Dagger
Unprepared for this reveal at the time, we sent our crew back and took 30 up close images of these highly anticipated items. Needless to say, almost every single Power Rangers fan is eagerly awaiting the Legacy Dragonzord, calling it one of the most amazing pieces of work that Bandai of America has ever created.
– Back of the Package Pictures of Power Rangers Super Megaforce
Our first look at the gimmicks of the Power Rangers Super Megaforce toyline! A different way of combining than we saw in Gokaiger, as well as old Power Rangers series themed vehicles combining with the Legendary Megazord.
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– Transformers 4 Optimus Prime Toy Images
Our network staff was invited to a special Wednesday night party with Hasbro. They showed off a number of upcoming figures, and for Transformers fans, the highlight was the first pictures of the Transformers 4 Optimus Prime figure.
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– Captain America: Winter Soldier Toy Images
The next movie in the Captain America series is Captain America: Winter Soldier. Hasbro showed off a few upcoming figures and you can see them here.
– Amazing Spider-Man 2 Toy Images
It’s Spider-Man vs. Electro in The Amazing Spider-Man 2 movie, and Hasbro showed off some of the figures coming out under that line! Check it out!
– Star Wars Rebels and Black Series Toy Images
The next Star Wars property is Star Wars Rebels and we saw our first look at these new figures, as well as figures further along in the Black Series, including Darth Vader! Check it!
– KRE-O Dungeons & Dragons
A ton of new images for the Dungeons & Dragons line under the building construction line KRE-O!
– Kotobukiya Statues from NYCC 2013
The folks at Kotobukiya are at NYCC 2013 and were showing off their new statues of Marvel, DC, Star Wars figures, and even more than that!
– Dark Horse’s Game of Thrones Display
Check out the goodies for Game of Thrones courtesy of Dark Horse!
– S.H. Figuarts Batman
This is one bad-ass looking figure. Continuing on from Iron Man, we got our first look at S.H. Figuarts Batman. It’s amazing looking figure, so please check it out, you won’t be disappointed!
– S.H. Figuarts Dragonball Z
Goku and friends were on display courtesy of Bluefin Tamashii Nations. Check out the display, showing the newer figures of Son Goku and Krillin! (Hey Vegeta! Vegeta! Vegeta!)
– S.H. Figuarts Sailor Moon Figures
For the first time see all five of the Sailor Moon girls on display, including Sailor Venus! These figures are hot!
– S.H. MonsterArts Alien vs. Predator
The movies weren’t that great, but you can make an even better one with these highly detailed S.H. MonsterArts figures of Alien and the Predator! Does not come with Awnahld.
– Pop Culture Shock Toys Statues and Busts
Check out what Pop Culture Shock Toys has to offer with statues and busts of Masters of the Universe, Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, and more!
– Yes Anime’s Iron Man Super Alloy Display
Wow. Amazing pieces of work for Iron Man fans with 1/4 and 1/12 scale figures with interchangeable pieces. Check it out!
– Yes Anime’s Super Alloy DC New 52 Figures
Check out a selection of highly detailed figures from DC Comics New 52 Universe, with interchangeable pieces!
– Mezco Booth Displays
If you’re a fan of Thundercats, Breaking Bad, Chucky, or Creature from the Black Lagoon, then you need to click this link immediately.
– EnterBay Booth Display Images
Did you buy that highly articulated, life-like Michael Jordan figure? Maybe you’ll be enticed to pick up the upcoming Blake Griffin and LeBron James figures. Images at the link above!
– 3A Legion Booth Display Images
Check out some highly detailed figures that are coming out from the folks at 3A Legion! Some of the images will wow you!
– DC Multiverse, Movieverse, Total Heroes, and More Display
There’s too much to name! If you’re a fan or collector of the DC Comics figures, you MUST click the link above to check out a TON of images of new and upcoming items!
– Masters of the Universe Classics Images
Hey He-Man fans, this link’s for you! Check out some awesome images of some awesome upcoming figures!
– Square-Enix Play Arts Kai DC Universe Display
The Play Arts Kai series is super, SUPER detailed figures, so check out what they have in store for Batman, Superman, ]Harley Quinn, and more!
– Square-Enix Play Arts Kai Video Game Series
Check out some beautiful images of upcoming figures for Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts, and Metal Gear Solid!
– Square-Enix Play Arts Kai Robocop and Star Trek Display Images
If your wallet hasn’t killed itself yet, it might after you see these images from Star Trek and Robocop from the Square-Enix Play Arts Kai line of figures!
– Kotobukiya Star Wars Mara Jade ArtFX Bishop Statue
Our guys at NYCC 2013 thought this was one of their favorite pieces of the entire show. Find out why by clicking the link!
– Marvel Now Avengers 1/10 Statue Line Up
Check out this amazing gallery of 1/10 statues of the Marvel Now Avengers!
– Diamond Select Display Images
If you love Mini-Mates, or some of Diamond Select‘s statues and busts, click this link and check it out!
And that’s it for Day One at NYCC 2013. Thanks to our crew on the ground – Tony Bacala, DESTRO, and Sentai Tamashii for all the hard work they’re doing! This is just the first day, we’ll have more stuff for you as the week and weekend roll on!
Here’s our look at upcoming Power Rangers S.H. Figuarts from Bluefin Tamashii Nations at NYCC 2013. Enjoy some first images of the upcoming Power Rangers Ninja Storm team!
On display are:
– MMPR Red, Blue, Yellow, Black, Pink, Green, White, & Armored Red. As well as the combined Power Blaster!
– Ninja Storm Red, Yellow, Blue, Navy, and Crimson
– Operation Overdrive Blue & Black
The photo gallery for S.H.Figuarts Black Ranger previewed a complete Power Blaster/Howling Cannon accessory for the up coming MMPR/Zyuranger S.H.Figuarts.
While it’s still unclear how Bandai will be releasing this accessory Bluefin did give us a quick preview of this little accessory and it will be on display at NYCC this weekend.
The 2nd image seems to indicate that the individual accessories will be able to combine in some way.
Thanks to Tokunation Member xSkullheartx for giving us the heads up!