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It’s time for TokuNation to take a dark turn down memory lane, all the way back to 1992. That was the year the film Shin Kamen Rider: Prologue was released. This film was the very definition of a grim gritty reboot for the beloved Kamen Rider franchise. As “Prologue” implies, this film was originally meant to set up a new rider TV series. Despite the films incredible practical & special effects, it’s dark re-imagining of the rider concept put off too many old school fans while simultaneously frightening new young fans of the time.

Until now Shin has been mostly relegated to making special appearances in Kamen Rider team-up films such as All-Riders VS Dai Shocker, Let’s Go Kamen Riders, or the Heisei VS Showa Taisen. But now Bandai & Tamashii Nations has shown the most monstrous of riders some serious love. Soon to be released is a Super Imaginative Chogokin figure of Shin. But that’s not all, recently released via the Tamashii Web Shop is S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Shin! And he’s the subject of today’s gallery as well!

S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Shin is the best representation of this rider’s grotesque form that’s ever been released. Though he’s lite in the accessories department, frankly Shin shouldn’t have any. He has no bike in his rider form, and unlike more modern riders Shin carries no weapons, and has never been shown to use any special powered up attacks. Instead relying on brute strength to fight other Cyborg Soldiers like himself. Click “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums” at the bottom of this post to see the full gallery of this fantastic figure!

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If you aren’t caught up yet on Kamen Rider Gaim episodes then trust us, now is the time. If you are then be sure to head over to our Episode 32 “The Strongest Power, Kiwami Arms” discussion thread. Because this week Kamen Rider Gaim Kiwami Arms makes his powerful debut!

On that topic Bandai Of Japan has also just released official images of the DX Kiwami Lock Seed/Key set. This set includes the Kiwami Lock/Key and the Senyo Joint adapter which replaces the rider indicator faceplate. When inserted through the joint and turned, the key reveals the secondary faceplate of the Kachidoki Lock Seed and a new plate on the Kiwami folds down as well. This set is priced at 2500 yen. 

Another larger pack including Kiwami, the Joint, and the Kachidoki Lock Seed will also be released concurrently with the standard Kiwami & Joint set. This larger set is priced at 4500 yen.

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The wave 4 assortment of the Power Rangers Super Megaforce 5 inch action figures has been released (online at least) and it’s one of our first chances to pick up some of the Legendary Red Rangers from past seasons. With special thanks to our friend Fury Diamond of RangerCrew.com we are able to bring you some great galleries of all the figures in this case assortment. First up? The Red Ranger from the fan-favorite series Power Rangers RPM!

For someone who is personally a huge fan of the S.H. Figuarts line of figures (if you don’t know what those are, check out our galleries section and browse through numerous entries) I can say I was pleasantly surprised at how simple, yet fun and detailed, this figure actually is. While there’s some minor issues that will always bug me (the way the figure is molded where the back is curved while standing straight up causing posing issues), I actually cannot recommend this figure enough. While the weapons aren’t necessarily painted (the Street Saber has a silver painted blade, but the Nitro Blaster is simply red plastic) the detail in them is pretty slick for a 5 inch action figure.

The Legendary RPM Red Ranger comes with his Nitro Blaster and his Street Saber accessories, features a decent amount of posability and articulation, and isn’t going to cost you upwards of $40 like S.H. Figuarts do. If you’re a fan of either Power Rangers RPM or the Super Sentai version Go-Onger, this figure is, in my honest opinion, a must purchase (until a higher grade collectible figure is released which there are no plans for right now).

Please click here to see 30+ pictures of the RPM Red Ranger! Stay tuned throughout the next couple weeks as we continue to release galleries of all the figures from this case assortment. Check your local stores and favorite online retailers to see if and when these figures come in stock! GET IN GEAR!

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To all of our friends and fans up north – during the weekend of September 27th, 28th in Toronto you will have a chance to meet veteran Power Ranger and anime voice actor Johnny Yong Bosch. He will be appearing at Unplugged Expo, which will be held that weekend of September at the Chestnut Conference Centre in downtown Toronto.

Just in case you’re not familiar with Johnny Yong Bosch – he played “Adam Park” the second Black Ranger from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, as well as the Green Ranger for both Power Rangers Zeo and Power Rangers Turbo. As for his anime credentials? He’s best known for his roles on Trigun, Bleach, Naruto, as well as video game voice over work on Saints Row IV, Persona 4, Soulcalibur V, Transformers: War For Cybertron, and Marvel Vs. Capcom 3.

To stay up to date with Unplugged Expo, check out their official website at UnpluggedExpo.com and follow them on Twitter @UnpluggedExpo!

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Well, that didn’t take long did it?

Saban Brands, the company that brings you every iteration of Power Rangers, has pulled the plug on their programming block known as The Vortexx. This fall, The Vortexx (a Saturday morning block of kids television) will be replaced by One Magnificent Morning, a five hour block of programming which features shows that feature family-friendly topics (our personal favorite right now is a new show called SWAG, because nothing says family like SWAG!).

The fate of the shows airing on The Vortexx right now are unknown, though a few of the shows (Digimon Fusion and Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal) air currently on Nick Toons while Dragonball Z Kai is going back to Cartoon Network for their recreated Adult Swim programming block. But why are we posting about this? Because Saban Brands had once said they were going to use The Vortexx to air the vast library of Power Rangers (everything except the new seasons, which air on Nickelodeon and Nick Toons). We didn’t even make it through the end of Power Rangers Lost Galaxy before the programming block has been removed. Looks like it’s back to Netflix or your DVD releases to catch up on all those old Power Rangers shows.

Go ahead and share your thoughts. It’s important to note that with The Vortexx ending, there is now no children’s television block airing on bare-bone basic cable on Saturday mornings. For those of who us who grew up racing home to watch cartoons after school and waking up early to watch our favorite shows on Saturday mornings, this is truly one of those things that the new generation will never get to experience.

NOTE! Saban Brands has yet to make an official announcement. There is still that possibility that The Vortexx will end up somewhere, somehow, but in all likelihood, this is the end. Thanks to ToonZone.net for the news.

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Following hot on the heels of Lord Zedd’s reveal this morning, we now have official images of the ENTIRE lineup of the Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers in the 5″ Legacy line! Coming soon to a Toys ‘R’ Us near you are all 7 of the original Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers! Red, Green, White, Black, Pink, Blue & Yellow!

Of note is that a standard Red Ranger is not solicited, only an Armored Red Ranger with the Dragon Shield. These figures aren’t yet listed for sale on the TRU.CA website like Zedd is but you can expect them to be released sometime this summer as well.

Thanks to Fury Diamond of Rangercrew for bringing these images to our attention.

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One of the greatest villains the Power Rangers have ever faced has returned, albeit much tinier this time!

Revealed today via the TRU.CA website are new official images of the 5″ Power Rangers Legacy Lord Zedd figure! According to their site this figure is scheduled to ship/release on 6/15/14, only a few weeks away! Regular retail price on line is $16.99 but the figure is currently on sale for $12.67 before shipping online.

On top of Dragon Daggers & Dragon Zords, the hunt is on for this latest Legacy release! Good luck!

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Some new scans for the ToQGer summer movie “Galaxy Line SOS” are now online!

The “Galaxy Line” is the official name for the Safari Ressha team. The Safaris have their own new conductor (identified only as Lady) who seems to have her own version of Ticket. Lady’s Line is pursued by Count Nil, a new Shadow warrior voiced by Kenichi Maeyamada (also known by the stage name “Hyadain”) a composer responsible for several anime projects.

“ToQGer The Movie: Galaxy Line SOS!” premiers in theaters July 19! Stay tuned to TokuNation for further details!

 

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After a lengthy stay in Tamashii Nations limbo, the original Super Sentai Red finally joins the S.H. Figuarts line this September!

Himitsu Sentai Goranger’s Akaranger will hit retail for the price of 4860 yen, along with a very fitting selection of accessories! Included his Silver Shot gun, signature Red Bute weapon in staff and whip formations, Birdie belt rockets and bomb ball effect part to recreate the “Goranger Storm” finishing attack.

Bluefin Tamashii Nations have also announced that they will be releasing the figure in the US for the price of $44.99, with further release details to follow.

Check out the full official image gallery after the jump!

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The thunderous brave, Kyoryu Gold, has arrived!

S.H. Figuarts Kyoryu Gold was recently released as a Tamashii Web Exclusive, and currently he’s the final Kyoryuger to be released in this line. We haven’t heard anything yet about the rest of the team but who knows. Oddly enough Kyoryu Gold is also not only the 6th Kyoryuger, but coincidentally he’s the sixth 6th ranger Figuart to be released, joining the ranks of Dragon Ranger, Gosei Knight, Shinken Gold, Kiba Ranger, & Gokai Silver.

Kyoryu Gold of course includes his trademark Zandar Thunder & Gaburi Changer as well as the final piece you’ll need to complete your S.H. Figuarts Kentro Spiker! Though the previous Kyoryuger releases are by no means bad, Kyoryu Gold is easily the best of the 6 released thus far. He’s an absolutely solid figure with crisp paint apps and so far top notch quality control. To see our full 40 image gallery of S.H. Figuarts Kyoryu Gold, simply click “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums” at the bottom of this post. And how about you check out our previous Kyoryuger S.H. Figuarts galleris as well!

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