Ahoy, Captain!
Bandai’s latest entry into the Kamen Rider Ex-Aid S.H.Figuarts series was just recently revealed to be S.H.Figuarts Kamen Rider Snipe Level 50 Simulation Gamer!
For now, the piece remains a display only prototype shown in the Akihabara Tamashii Nations showroom but stay tuned and we’ll bring more up to date info as it becomes available.
Tamashii Nations Shanghai is in full swing! You may recall that a couple months back we heard our first confirmation that Bandai/Tamashii Nations had finally acquired the license to produce toys for the Pacific Rim franchise. At the time the only offering previewed was a rough prototype of the Soul of Chogokin Gypsy Danger. But as of today we can get excited about one more upcoming product as well!
Shown off for the first time is the brand new Robot Damashii Gypsy Avenger from Pacific Rim 2! This successor to the original Gypsy Danger, piloted by the son of Stacker Pentecost, is so far the first product revealed for the highly anticipated sequel. But we’re sure it’s far form the last. For now this release doesn’t have any confirmed release details this far out from the films release on February 23rd, 2018, but we’ll certainly keep you updated as more details become available this year!
Now, let’s cancel the apocalypse!
FUSION UP!
Tamashii Nations World Tour makes its next stop in Shanghai China, and a plethora of new S.H.Figuarts releases from Ultraman Orb have been revealed at the event, with photos courtesy of users from Weibo.
Kicking us off, we have S.H.Figuarts Juggulus Juggler and Spacium Zeprion being the only two that have a confirmed price and release date: Juggulus Juggler will retail for 6500 yen slated to come out in January 2018, while Spacium Zeperion will come out in December for 5500 yen. It is unclear whether or not the pair will be mass retail release, or some exclusive to some site or storefront.
In addition, Ultraman Orb’s other forms: Burnmite, Hurricane Slash, and Thunder Breaster were also on display but with display only labels, so it is unclear if those three will ever see release to the public.
“You truly are the best opponent I could have asked for!”
The first of the Promised Number arrives in the S.H. Figuarts line up! An extensive and elaborate repaint of the original Heart Roidmude, this figure represents the charismatic villains ultimate evolution. This is S.H. Figuarts Over Evolved Heart Roidmude!
As mentioned above this figure is nothing more than a repaint of the original Heart Roidmude. So that does mean that the physical & functional shortcomings of this mold will still persist as they always have. However the glorious golden paint scheme, the dark paint wash, and bright purple used on Over Evolved Heart bring out all of it’s best details & personality. This figure may still be limited, but Heart has never looked better than he does here. He does however still have a very limited selection of accessories, just the same 3 sets of hands that came with the first release. Here’s hoping that eventually the Brain Roidmude prototype that was shown off a while back will be able to join Heart one day.
We’ve attached a selection of images to this post, but you check out the full 50 image gallery after the jump by clicking “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums” at the bottom of this post. Next time we’ll be back with a gallery from Kamen Rider W!
Tamashii Nations‘ line of high-end prop replicas continues with the official announcement of Tamashii Lab Zaruba from GARO! The Golden Knight’s faithful Madou ring can not only be worn as a normal ring, but also includes a special pedestal which when connected will activate the ring’s light up eyes and sound clips. Not only that, but Zaruba also has an interactive feature and will respond when spoken to!
Also included in the box is a special book about the item as well as a postcard with a message from series creator Keita Amemiya!
Tamashii Lab Zaruba is a Premium Bandai exclusive item due for release in November, with a price of 9900 yen. Check out the video below for a better look at the item’s features, as well as the official images after the jump!
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Earlier today we had confirmation of this release and mere moments later official images began to circulate. S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Drive Type Special is officially on the way and looking great.
Type Special reuses much of the new parts created for the Dark Drive figuart that’s releasing in August. But we do see a new shift car, tire, head and chest to set this release apart. Unsurprisingly, Type Special does not come with the Signal Axe or Handle Sword in these photos. Those are only here to demonstrate that the figure can use them. 4 sets of hands and 4 Shift Cars round out the entire package of accessories sadly.
S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Drive Type Special will be release in November as a Tamashii Web Exclusive for 6264 yen. Get in touch with your preferred middleman or service now to reserve yours!
“Crush the Invader!”
It’s been some time since we’ve stepped back into the world of the dead, so it’s time to pay another visit to Kamen Rider Ghost. I’ve made my thoughts on this line known previously, so I was very hesitant to return to it again. But I’m giving it just one more go with S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Necrom!
Necrom completes the trio of riders from the series, so in at least that regard he’s satisfying. But many of the design flaws which plagued the first several releases of this line are still present. Shoulder designs, wrist cuffs, an obtrusive overcoat. That being said, Necrom does look rather good and I do so love seeing full groups of riders together. Though there is a severe lack of accessories with this figure. You can see it all in my full review linked below.
Feel free to browse the full 60+ image gallery by clicking “Discussin on the TokuNation Forums” at the bottom of this post. We’ll be back soon with yet another new gallery from a personal favorite of mine, Kamen Rider Drive!
The Tamashii Nations Akiba Showroom has updated it’s displays once again with a slew of new releases and at least one yet to be confirmed:
All images courtesy of Tag Hobby.
After recently reappearing at the Tamashii Nations World Tour stop in Osaka it felt like it was only a matter of time until the previously seen S.H. Figuarts Shinkocchou Seihou Kamen Rider 1 figure was given a confirmed release date. And thanks to another appearance at the Tamashii Showroom, it seems that time is now!
This brand new, highly accurate version of Shin Kamen Rider 1 is due for release in December 2017, with a price tag of 6480 yen. No accessories have been confirmed yet, but at the very least fans can expect the usual array of hands and perhaps one or two more surprises.
We’ll bring you more information on when preorders are opening as it comes, in the meantime be sure to check out the full images of this fantastic looking figure!