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In a surprise reveal a magazine scan has just begun circulating showing off S.H. Figaurts Ambassador Hell! We’ve previously seen this iconic villains’ Kaijin form Garagaranda, on display at Tamashii Events. But this is a new reveal entirely. What’s most surprising is that Ambassador Hell appears to be a standard retail release, priced at 6480 yen with a release date of April 2017.

If you’re unfamiliar with the Ambassador Hell character, he hails from the original Kamen Rider TV series. A Shocker general based out of the western US, the character has made numerous appearances through out the rider franchise. As recently even as the 2016 Kamen Rider 1 film. He’s not to be confused with his brother Ambassador Darkness, who looks very similar and first appeared in the “Birth of the 10th! Kamen Rider All Together!” the Kamen Rider ZX film. Could Hell’s release signal Darkness on the horizon? Here’s hoping!

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“2nd Gear.”

Kiriya Kujou. Liar, coroner, Bugster, Kamen Rider. Has there been a secondary character that’s grown more memorable and beloved by fans of a rider show more quickly than him? Almost from the moment he stepped on screen, people fell in love with this two-faced hero. While Lazer has an unconventional Level 2 Rider form, it has a charm all it’s own. After patiently waiting since his appearance early on in the series we can finally share a full review & gallery of S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Lazer Bike Gamer Level 2!

Lazer Level 2 is an unconventional form for a rider, and a unique Rider Machine, but one that’s been perfectly executed. Capturing Kiriya’s iconic Level 2 form, this figure has been given an exquisite paint job to sell all the right details. But perhaps the best thing about this release is the two Gamer Drivers that are included! One, a standard Gamer Driver with removable Bakusou Bike Gashat, and the other is a “stunt” driver. Based on the type of stunt prop used for action scenes this slimmed down Driver provides some extra clearance for any rider ally. Did I mention that Ex-Aid looks absolutely excellent on Lazer as well?

We’ve attached the full gallery of 60 images to this post, but you check out our full review as well by clicking “Discuss on the TokuNation” Forums at the bottom of this post! We have more Kamen Rider Ex-Aid galleries on the way, but next time we’ll be back with another glimpse into Kamen Rider Kabuto!

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Twitch.TV has released some early designs for their upcoming RPG streaming series, Power Rangers HyperForce!

The HyperForce team theme appears to be based on Greek Mythology, with each Ranger using the powers of a different mystic creature.

*Iapetus Lion Red (aka Marv)
*Crius Ram Yellow (named Jack)
*Oceanus Serpent Blue (aka Eddie)
*Hyperion Phoenix Pink (named Chloe)
*Coeus Cerberus Black (called Vesper)

Definitely a unique team, featuring the first FEMALE Black Ranger in the history of the Power Rangers franchise!

Power Rangers HyperForce is currently scheduled to begin Tuesday, October 24 2017! Be sure to join in our Ongoing Discussion Thread to share your thoughts & fears about this exciting new project!

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“Drago Knight Hunter Z!!”

At one time the greatest power available to Ex-Aid & his allies was the dangerous Level 5 Gasshat, Drago Knight Hunter Z! It ultimately took Ex-Aid, Brave, Snipe & Lazer to tame this power together, but Emu (and later Hiiro) would be able to master the Level 5 configuration on his own as well. While Ex-Aid would gain even greater power, exceeding Level 100 & beyond, Action Gamer was a force to be reckoned with. Today we examine how Ex-Aid adapts this form for collectors S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Ex-Aid Hunter Action Gamer Level 5!

At a basic level you know this figure already, as the wonderful Level 2 Action Gamer Ex-Aid mold. What this release brings to the table is the additional bulk armor and weapons of the Drago Knight Hunter Z Gashat. Now armed with the Dragon Blade & Dragon Gun, and a powerhouse of strength, Ex-Aid can face any threat up to Level 5. While this release is lite on the accessories, it’s currently modest price should more than make up for that and warrant it a spot in your collection.

We’ve attached the full gallery of over 50 images to this post, but you can also check out the full review of this figure by clicking “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums” at the bottom of this post . We’ll back soon with several more galleries from Kamen Rider Ex-Aid as well Kamen Rider W & Kamen Rider Kabuto!

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Though we only have some design sketches to go off of right now, it looks like Bandai America is currently in the middle of developing some new Legacy Ranger figures! Thanks to GrnRngr.com we have our first looks at designs for Power Rangers Legacy 6.5″ Figures of:

Ninja Steel Red Ranger
Ninja Steel Yellow Ranger
Ninja Steel Pink Ranger
Ninja Steel White Ranger
In Space Silver Ranger

As more information about the possible design, development, and release of these figures comes out we’ll be sure to update you!

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Via Yahoo News Japan we have just learned of the passing of a titanic figure in the Japanese tokusatsu industry. Chikara Hashimoto, perhaps best known for his role as the mighty demon god Daimajin in the Daiei Film trilogy, has passed away at 83. Mr. Hashimoto sadly lost a battle with lung cancer on October 10th, though news of his passing has only just begun to reach the west.

Chikara Hashimoto is best known as the suit actor of Daimajin. He also played the part of the Yokai Daimon in the 2nd film of Daiei’s Yokai trilogy, Spook Warfare. However he is also well known for his role in the Bruce Lee film Fist of Fury as dojo grandmaster Hirshoi Suzuki.

We extend our condolences on behalf of the entire community to Mr. Hashimoto’s family. Truly his performances are unforgettable. If you’ve never watched the Daimajin trilogy, I would personally recommend it at some point. They are a true testament to what can be achieved with traditional special effects.

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A preview clip from the next episode of Power Rangers Ninja Steel has been posted online!


The Adventures Of RedBot:
Redbot documents the adventures of the Power Rangers on his new blog, while a cat-like monster attempts to steal the Ninja Power Stars.

This episode of Power Rangers Ninja Steel is currently scheduled to air Saturday, October 21st 2017 on Nickelodeon! Be sure to join in our Official Discussion Thread to share your thoughts on this latest Power Rangers adventure!

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Following up from Kraken Releasing’s Garo TV Series Parts 1 & 2 Blu-Rays, they’ve just announced their official home video release of Garo: Kiba The Dark Knight!

He was born the child of a Makai Knight and a Makai Priestess. He trained to become a Makai Knight and fight the nightmarish creatures known as Horrors. Everything changed when the forces of evil intervened and stole everything he loved, the man who was once named Barago turned to a darker path. Learning to hate everything he once cherished, and twisting his oaths and armor to a new, sinister purpose, he makes a monstrous bargain with the ultimate Horror and betrays the Makai Knights! Now, in a spectacular stand-alone side adventure, the dark Genesis of one of GARO’s most formidable villains is revealed in GARO: KIBA – THE DARK KNIGHT!

This film is slated for a February 20th, 2018 release and retails for $19.98 though it’s currently listed on sale on Kraken’s site for $12.99. As with their previous Garo releases it features Japanese audio with English subtitles.

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ORE, SANJOU!

It’s a triple threat of Conerge today with P-Bandai putting up Pre-Orders for the Kamen Rider Den-O Converge TV Complete edition set.

Much like the Ryuki set released earlier this year this massive 18-figure set will cover all the main characters from Kamen Rider Den-O pricey 14,000 yen and will be released in February.

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Good news, Converge collectors! Bandai has a double whammy reveal for us with the latest wave of Kamen Rider Converge and the very first Ultraman Converge set!

Kamen Rider 8 Converge will see a release in January and will contain Blade, Blade Jack Form, Amazon Omega, New Amazon Omega, Fourze Base States, and two yet to be disclosed Kamen Rider Build related releases.

Meanwhile,  Ultraman Converge’s first outing will contain the original Ultraman, Geed Primitive, Tiga, Zero Beyond, Belial, and Orb Origin. This wave will be released the following month in February, both series will also contain one additional secret figure.