LEVEL UP!
The next SH Figuart release from fan-favorite series Kamen Rider Ex-Aid has been revealed!
This time, the Bike Gamer Kamen Rider Lazer gets a proper release using his original combat form- LVL 3, thanks to the power of GiriGiri Chanbara Gashat! Lazer is armed with Chanbara’s signature weapon, the Gashacon Sparrow.
Lazer LVL3 is a Premium Bandai exclusive, currently scheduled for release in July 2019! The price is a very modest 6480 Yen before shipping and fees.
“Those who betrayed me are far beyond forgiveness!”
The one and only Game Master returns! Deleted previously by Parad, Kuroto Dan’s data was scattered into the Proto Mighty Action X Gashat and seemingly lost. But thanks to Poppy, Kuroto’s data was recovered and the game master was reborn, as a Bugster! Now imbued with all the abilities of a Bugster, and begrudgingly joining up with the team at CR, Kuroto has returned to stop Parad, Masamune, and anyone else who gets in the way of his path to godhood!
S.H. Figuarts Shin Kuroto Dan represents this reprehensible rider after his rebirth as a Bugster in episode 31 of Ex-Aid. Taking on the moniker Shin (new), Kuroto begins to indulge in some of his wilder tendencies. This figure, while imperfect, certainly does a fair job of recreating the insanity of his character at this point as well. Civilian figuarts still aren’t incredibly common, so the expectations can be big surrounding releases such as this. Couple that with the inclusion of the Continue Pipe the character is infamous for, and collectors had high hopes over this release. So how did it turn out in the end?
We’ve attached the full 50+ image gallery to this post, but you can read our in depth review of Shin Kuroto Dan after the jump by clicking “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums”. We’ll be back soon with a brand new gallery from Kamen Rider Amazons: The Last Judgement! And don’t forget that this gallery enters you in for a chance to win one of a number of possible prizes in our annual Toku Toy Box giveaway! See that link for more details.
“Dangerous Zombie!”
“Crocodile in Rogue!”
The Rider Kicks Figures legends line continues from Kamen Rider Zi-O! Next month offerings consist of two well loved riders from the last couple years. Making their debuts in the line are Kamen Rider Rogue and Kamen Rider GenM Level 0-X!
Both figures join an expanding line up for armored up Zi-O & Geiz figures as well as a number of other legends like Build, Cross-Z, Evol, and more! Both Rogue & GenM Level 0-X will be released on January 26th. Each retails for 2484 yen. Will you be adding these legends to your collection? Let us know in the thread below!
Today, Toei began streaming a new video promoting the upcoming Kamen Rider Heisei Generations Forever film (which comes out in two days!). But rather than just a new teaser or trailer for the film, this video previews the films theme song, which is itself a compilation and re-mix of the Opening Themes for all 20 Heisei Riders!
Titled “Heisei Generations Forever Medley D.A. Re-Build Mix” this song arranges clips from each of the 20 Heisei Rider OP’s into one giant song, set to a variety of archival footage as well as new scenes from the soon to be released film itself. This new theme was arranged by Daisuke Asakura.
Kamen Rider Heisei Generations Forever hits Japanese theaters on December 22nd! Best to dodge spoilers on social media for a bit, but if you’d like to join in on our ongoing discussion of the film, feel free to pop into our discussion thread linked below. Just click “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums”.
LEVEL UP!
A new Kamen Rider Ex-Aid item has been announced for the SH Figuarts action figure series!
This is SH Figuarts Maximum Gamer LVL99- Kamen Rider Ex-Aid’s penultimate form- a powerful set of armor that also has the ability to purify the Bugster virus that plagues Ex-Aid’s opponents. The figure comes with its signature weapon- the Gashacon Key Slasher for added effects!
Currently, Maximum Gamer LVL99 is scheduled for release in May 2019! The price is a steep 9936 Yen before shipping and handling.
“So you think you have what it takes to obtain the legendary power?”
“The fact that I’m here is proof enough.”
A free but guilty man, Masamune Dan sought to take back his company, defeat his son, and discontinue those pesky Kamen Riders. Resilient to all strains of the Bugster virus, Masamune was uniquely worthy to obtain the power of the one meant to defeat Gamedeus. With the ability to Pause & Restart, Masamune would become Kamen Rider Cronus! But Taiga Hanaya was the first rider chosen to fight the Bugsters. And as Kamen Rider Snipe he saved countless lives. In order to stop Masamune’s final plot, Taiga exposed himself to Kamen Rider Chronicle and using his Gamer Driver and two Chronicle Gashats, he’ll take on Cronus as, Kamen Rider Cronus!?
S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Cronus is a bit of a unique release. While we all know Masamune Dan as the menacing Cronus with his ability to control time, Taiga also proved himself worthy of the power near the series finale and would even go on to use this power once more in the Another Ending Trilogy. This figure can represent either version of the suit! While it comes standard with Masamune’s Buggle Driver Zwei, an alternate Gamer Driver with Chronicle Gashats is included as well so to display the figure as Taiga! Will your own Cronus be the hero or the villain of your collection. I’m a sucker and I bought two of them!
We’ve attached the full gallery of S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Cronus to this post but you can also check out the full review thread by clicking “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums” at the bottom of this post. Next time;
“Black Hazard! Oh no!”
“It’s time. Finally, I will become the god amongst all gods!”
In a bid to create the ultimate game Zombie Chronicle, and restore the data of all those lost to the Bugster Virus, Kuroto Dan has obtained the power of god. Using the God Maximum Mighty X Gashat, Kuroto ascends to become Kamen Rider GenM God Maximum Gamer, Level Billion! And this unique S.H. Figuart has quite a a history to it.
GenM Level Billion is an all new mold, and honestly a surprising release. It’s been a couple years since Ex-Aid aired, and despite this we’ve still yet to see a number of Ex-Aid’s forms in S.H. FIguarts. But Kuroto Dan’s massive popularity continues to drive new releases for him, including this one. A repaint of an Ex-Aid figure that actually has still yet to release! Level Billion is a big beefy, and surprisingly well articulated figure that shine’s with GenM’s personality. The included extra hands and Gashacon Key Slasher also compliment the figure nicely.
We’ve attached the full gallery to this article. but you can also read our full review with this figure’s interesting background by clicking “Discuss on the TokuNation Forums” at the bottom of this post. Following up from what will for now be the last GenM gallery, next time we tackle his father, S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Cronus!
“Grade Zero.”
The mighty Kuroto Dan has returned! Evil CEO turned Dangerous Zombie, now the one true Game Master has returned as Bugster! Revived thanks to Poppy the new Kuroto has 99 lives and all the time in the world to seek revenge on Kamen Rider Para-DX as well as his father Masamune. Back from the dead, this is our gallery & review of S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider GenM Action Gamer Level 0!
GenM has made a couple outings in this line as Level 2, Level X, and even Level Billion at this point, but Level 0 is the first one to truly cash in on Kuroto’s massive popularity. A very minor repaint of Level 2, Level 0 includes a ton of new accessories like the Bug Visor Zwei, a God Kuroto Dan effect sheet, Life Point Counters, and even a Gashacon Breaker Blade. Even as similar as they are, this release does a fantastic job of setting itself apart. But is it really worth those Tamashii Web Exclusive dollars? Check out our gallery & review to find out!
The entire gallery is attached to this story, but you can also read our full review by clicking “Discuss on the TokuNaiton Forums” at the bottom of this post. Later this week we’re bringing Kuroto back one more time with a gallery of S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider GenM God Maximum Gamer Level Billion!
Figure Oh scans have already confirmed release information for SOC King Brachion, and now a new pair of Kamen Rider are on the way!
S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Brave Fantasy Gamer Level 50 is another missing link for Brave collector’s. When Bandai skipped ahead to Brave’s Level 100 form, many were wondering when this form would actually happen. Fear no more, as Brave Level 50 is now confirmed for a February 2019 release at 6480 yen as a Tamashii Web Exclusive.
Likewise S.H. Figuarts Shinkocchou Seihou Kamen Rider Todoroki finally completes the original trio of Oni Riders. Also headed our way a Tamashi Web Exclusive, todoroki will beat Brave to market in January 2019 for 7020 yen. When official images for these figures are released we’ll be sure to update our ongoing discussion thread. Keep a lookout til then!
As the game says, “A maiden is in trouble, in Toki-Meki Crisis!” But this maiden seem to be in trouble no more! Collector’s have waited patiently for signs of Poppy since Kamen Rider Ex-Aid ended nearly a year ago. Now, we finally have confirmation that S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Poppy is on the way!
Thanks to a new listing on Premium Bandai we can confirm that Kamen Rider Poppy is due for release in March 2019 as a Tamashii Web Exclusive. The figure will retail for 6264 yen. Poppy includes 3 sets of hands as well as a set of Bugvisor Zwei replacement parts. Be sure to check with your preferred middleman this week as orders will officially open on August 17th!