The Aeon Shop has a fresh surprise in store for customers in Japan! It seems that they’ll be an effect piece to represent a Helheim Forest Crack as an intensive pre order bonus for those that purchase S.H.Figuarts Ryugen due out later this month.
If you happen to be unfamiliar with Kamen Rider Gaim, the “Cracks” act as a gateway into Helheim allowing the monsters of the series to crossover into our world, as replicated by this effect piece.
As Bandai of Japan & Banpresto hold their annual summer toy festival we’re seeing a lot of what we’ve seen before in terms of our favorite Japanese heroes. However a few new items have snuck out and onto display that we haven’t quite seen yet. In some cases we’ve got better shots of a few things we’ve only glimpsed til now.
On display at the moment are the various minipla from Ressha Sentai ToQger including the upcoming Safari Ga Oh as well as several other combinations like Cho Cho ToQ Dai Oh. But of special note is the upcoming Rainbow Clear SP set of ToQ Oh & Diesel Oh! This set was initially revealed via an imageless Amiami pre-order but now we can see them in their wonderful translucent glory.
While we’re on ToQger some new vinyls have also been unveiled which will definitely please fans of the series. Joining the likes of General Schwartz & the Kuros is Baron Nero of the Shadow Line! On top of that we have some ToQ Changed versions of ToQ 1 in Pink & Yellow!
Topping things off for Kamen Rider Gaim is the previously revealed DX Yomi Lock Seed & Arms Change Ryugen Yomotsu Heguri Arms which are also on display here. Finally have some better close up shots of the pair. And the placard next to Ryugen apparently confirms that he will indeed come with the Overlord’s weapons! And not to be left out Banpresto has some more Dual Solid Hero Kamen Rider figures on display as well!
Super Hero Generations is the latest entry in Bandai Namco’s Compati Hero series, a crossover tactical RPG title involving Kamen Rider, Ultraman, and Mobile Suit Gundam coming out for PS3 and PSVita. A new gameplay trailer just recently came out, revealing the game’s theme song: Jumpin’ to Space performed by Psychic Lover, an artist whom in our fandom performed many Super Sentai theme songs including Dekaranger, Boukenger, Shinkenger, and most recently Kyoryuger.
Much like in SD Gundam G-Generations, you’ll be able to freely choose which stage you’ll want to play, and it seems that a majority of the characters will be voiced by their returning actor.
Super Hero Generations is due out October 23rd 2014. Planning on picking up this game? Join the disscussion and let us know in the thread!
Blood Orange Arms!
Despite the end of the retail AC line, TokuNation returns with a brand new Arms Change Gallery! Up today is the first of several figures to be released by Premium Bandai, ACPB01 Kamen Rider Bujin Gaim!
Bujin Gaim is the evil warrior god counterpart of Kamen Rider Gaim from The Fateful Sengoku Movie Battle film. This dark rider bears a resemblance to Gaim but wields the powerful Blood Orange Arms. As a toy Bujin Gaim is a straight up repaint of the figure that started it all, AC01 Kamen Rider Gaim. But seeing as this is a Premium Bandai release, it’s been given the premium paint treatment! Cast in a gorgeous red the striking Blood Orange Arms are decorated with the devilish black lines that truly set Bujin Gaim apart from his good counterpart. With his own Daidaimaru & Musou Saber in hand, this figure is ready to compliment any Arms Change collection!
If you’d like to see over 60 images of this wonderful figure, including every possible Arms Change you can make with him, then be sure to click “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums” at the bottom of this post!
And be sure to stop back by next Wednesday, 8/13 as Baltmatrix and myself team-up once again to bring you a simultaneous Photo Gallery & Video review of Mister Dangerous himself, Kamen Rider Bravo!
It’s been a very long time coming but in 2015 UK Power Rangers fans will be spoilt for choice with the official announcement of a SECOND Power Rangers convention.
Previously revealed during the London Film & Comic Con last month, Mighty Morphin Power Con will take place on Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd February at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole.
Among the first guest announcements are:
Steve Cardenas (Rocky – Mighty Morphin Red, Zeo Blue)
Johnny Yong Bosch (Adam – Mighty Morphin Black, Zeo Green, Turbo Green)
Nakia Burrise (Tanya – Zeo Yellow, Turbo Yellow)
Jason Faunt (Wes – Time Force Red)
Erin Cahill (Jen – Time Force Pink)
Paul Schrier (Bulk)
Jason Narvy (Skull)
Full ticket information is available on the official website, but in the meantime fans can join in the discussion at our dedicated thread in the Conventions & Get Togethers section of the boards!
With the upcoming season finale of Power Rangers Super Megaforce, we will see the return of many cast members from previous seasons of Power Rangers, including the likes of Jason Faunt, Melody Perkins, Danny Slavin, Hector David Jr., Britney Pirtle, Patricia Lee, Reggie Rolle, Sean Johnson, Alison MacInnis, Selwyin Ward, and of course, Jason David Frank. But with the announcement of a new Mighty Morphin Power Rangers movie and the next series to be produced, a dinosaur themed show titled Power Rangers Dino Charge, a lot of fans have been clamoring for more Rangers to return – specifically as many of the original cast of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers as possible.
And while nothing is guaranteed or promised, one can only assume that the powers of Saban Brands would not only like to keep the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers in the spotlight for as long as possible, but would love for an opportunity to bring back as many older fans to the franchise as possible. And the best way to do that is to bring back some of their classic heroes – and one that has been picking up steam in terms of popularity is none other than the original Red Ranger, Austin St. John.
On his official Facebook page, Austin St. John posted just the other day something that should get all the fans excited and pumped – ”IF” he were to return, would you want him in the show, the movie, and what would his role be? He specifically mentions that the powers that be are watching his page. If you want the original back to action, this is where you as a fan have to step up and take part!
Click here to see his Facebook page – be sure to “Like” it! And once you’ve done that, help spread the word to all the other Power Rangers fans out there – ”Like” and “Share” this post about his possible return! Who wouldn’t love to see Austin St. John return as the Silver Ranger in Power Rangers Dino Charge? Who says Bragigas can’t be a new Titanus? Help spread the word and let’s bring back the original Power Ranger!
Just in time for the upcoming Power Morphicon convention, the original Mighty Morphin Red Power Ranger and Zeo Gold Ranger, Austin St. John, has opened up his online store with merchandise that fans can purchase to support their childhood hero! Featuring a number of items showcasing Austin St. John’s time spent as both the Red Mighty Morphin Power Ranger and the Gold Zeo Ranger, fans can purchase items for men, women, as well as youth items – and of course, your own personalized autograph from the man himself!
And don’t forget the fan-favorite item for kids – the “Future Ranger” one piece!
Be sure to purchase your items now so you can receive them in time for the upcoming Power Morphicon convention! Austin St. John’s “Back to Action” tour continues with the trip in Pasadena to celebrate 20 years of Power Rangers and the first ever meeting between his Japanese counterpart, Yuuta Mochizuki, who played Geki the Tyranno Ranger from the Japanese series Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger, otherwise known as the show that Mighty Morphin Power Rangers was based off!
To begin shopping, simply click here or visit AustinStJohn.US and order those shirts! All items are made in the USA! We will see you at this year’s Power Morphicon!
Let’s Watch Wednesdays returns from a small vacation thanks to our SDCC coverage. But we’re back, Kamen Rider Den-O has pulled into the station once again, and things are a bit nutty for Ryutaro. Yuuto’s devilish smile, ninjas, all the Imagin, dinosaurs, a new rider, this is the Climax Scene. But what & when is it? What are we building to? Beginning or perhaps ending here is the story for Den-O’s first theatrical film, Ore tanjou!
Ryutaro is disappearing from his own timeline, kidnapped by Zeronos & Deneb!? Events from the past and future collide and all out of order! This can only be a movie tie-in! These events lead directly into, or out of (oh you know how time travel works by now), the Ore Tanjou movie! For now we know that the terrible Kamen Rider Gaoh has arrived and to control all time he’ll take Den & Gaoh Liners for himself! But future Yuuto has assembled various Ryutaro’s from across time to stand against Gaoh! Get ready because next week we take the leap into the first of many Den-O theatrical films! It’s time for a Climax Scene!
Fun Fact #9
Rounding out the Imagin of the trains of time is Sieg! This impromptu 5th member of the Den-Liner gang has only briefly appeared on the show but will make a proper debut in next weeks film, Ore Tanjou. For now you should know that Sieg’s character is derived from the ballet Swan lake. Very different from the other Imagin, Sieg is somewhat based upon Prince Siegfried, a selfish and vain aristocrat who wishes to marry for love but simply has none in his heart.
But love finds Siegfried when he witness a swan he’s about to kill become a beautiful woman, actually the swan queen, Odette. The victim of a dark spell, Odette and her kind can only be freed if she is loved by one who has never loved before. Siegfried. Via a rather convoluted story of betrothals and princely courtship the pair eventually affirm their love and die together in the titular lake, thus breaking the spell on the other swans.
Be sure to join our weekly discussion thread for Den-O by clicking “Discuss on the Tokunation Forums” at the bottom of this post!
It seems Bandai are full of surprises this January, as among their listings for Tamashii web exclusives that month is Kamen Rider Amazon‘s personal motorcyle – the Jungler!
Like the previously released Autovaijin, the Jungler will be released in two different formats. Those who already own S.H. Figuarts Amazon will be able to buy the bike on its own, while those who missed out will also be able to purchase a special 2-pack including a reissue of the Rider! Both releases include a rear wheel stand and Tamashii stage, however the 2-pack also includes a unique slash effect part for Amazon which is different from the one included in the original release.
The single release Jungler is priced 5400 yen, while the 2-pack will cost 9180 yen. Check out the full gallery of this Showa era bike and its Rider after the jump!
Continuing January‘s selection of Tamashii web exclusive releases is another set from the ever popular Kamen Rider Gaim – a 2-pack set of Kamen Rider Gaim Pine Arms and Kamen Rider Baron Mango Arms!
Gaim Pine Arms’ accessories include alternate hands, closed Pine Lockseed, Musou Saber and Pine Iron weapons. Meanwhile Baron Mango Arms’ accessories are alternate hands, closed Mango Lockseed and Mango Punisher weapon.
Ready to add these to your Gaim collection this January? The 2-pack is priced 8640 yen. Check out the full selection of images after the jump.