Showing posts with label collectibles. Show all posts
Showing posts with label collectibles. Show all posts

Sunday, January 30, 2011

Cool Figures

Kotobukiya announces upcoming comic bishojo heroine imports
DC COMICS BISHOUJO COLLECTION SUPERGIRL BISHOUJO STATUE

Based on the current “New Earth” version of the character and costume and inspired by Superman/Batman #8 “Supergirl from Krypton,” Kara arrives on the scene literally floating in the clouds! Dressed in her super cute two piece blue, red, and gold outfit consisting of a very short skirt and midriff-baring top along with knee-length boots, the young Kryptonian looks better than ever. Supergirl flies on top of a small cloud formation, twisting to look behind her (and in the process showing off her long legs and just a peek at her crimson panties). She’s even joined by her faithful kitty companion Streaky the Supercat! Kara’s beautiful flowing blonde hair is further accented by translucent material, and perfectly frames her adorable Bishoujo-styled smiling face.

Constructed of high-quality pvc plastic and standing nearly 10 inches tall (in the ultimate 1/7 scale) as she floats on her exclusive base, Supergirl was sculpted by Masahiro “Gill Gill” Takahashi.

srp $59.99
Available in JUNE


TM & © DC Comics.


MARVEL BISHOUJO COLLECTION INVISIBLE WOMAN BISHOUJO STATUE
Based on an original character reinterpretation by illustrator Shunya Yamashita.

To highlight her cool powers a mix of clearvc has been used on Sue’s legs, hands, and hair, while the force field shards around here are a contrasting pale blue.

Invisible Woman stands just over 9 inches tall (in the current Marvel Bishoujo 1/7th scale) on an amazing georama base depicting the hand of the gigantic green monster from the cover of Fantastic Four #1, “The Mole Man’s Monster!”

srp $59.99
Available in JULY


Marvel, Invisible Woman: TM & © 2010 Marvel Entertainment, LLC and its subsidiaries.
Licensed by Marvel Characters B.V. www.marvel.com. All rights reserved.

Sunday, January 16, 2011

Awesome New Figures

A new list of imported collectibles has been announced
[Source: AICN.com]
MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS: THE KOTOBUKIYA COLLECTION
X-FORCE DEADPOOL FINE ART STATUE


Sculpted by Erick Sosa, Deadpool stands just under 12 inches tall (in 1/6th scale). The demented yet hilarious assassin is recreated in high quality cold cast resin and the rooftop base under his feet matches perfectly with those of the other X-Force Fine Art Statues.

srp $174.99
Available in JUNE



DEAD OR ALIVE 4 KASUMI “CHERISH” ANI*STATUE

When it was time to design a new version of Kasumi, Koto went to one of the most popular illustrators in Japan, Oyari Ashito. Renowned for his heart-grabbing girls, Ashito created an all new special illustration for the warrior that captures her alluring beauty. Dressed in her revealing Dead or Alive 4 costume, the sultry Kasumi bends forward while lifting up the front of her outfit provocatively and nibbling on the ribbon tie to her top. The girl’s pretty brown hair falls down behind her white, red, and pink robe, while behind her back rests Kasumi’s trusty sword. The fully pre-painted fighting beauty comes with an exclusive miniature clear poster of Kasumi illustrated by Oyari Ashito. Sculpted by MIC, Kasumi stands over 8 ½ inches tall (in 1/ 7th scale) on a specially designed display base.

srp $79.99
Available in APRIL

© KIYOHIKO AZUMA / YOTUBA SUTAZIO


SHINING HEARTS ~ MAXIMA ENFIELD ANI*STATUE
sculpted by Keijirou Togita, Maxima stands 8 ½ inches tall (in 1/8th scale) atop an exlusive base and is fully painted.

srp $69.99
Available in JUNE

©SEGA

YU-GI-OH! ~ BLACK MAGICIAN GIRL ANI*STATUE
Dark Magician Girl comes with two interchangeable faces (one wide-eyed and one winking), and the first production run will include a Kuriboh keychain and A4 size poster.

Sculpted by Tsukuru Shirahige, the dark one is slightly over 7 inches tall (in 1/7th scale) as she kneels on her special magic square printed base.

srp $ 69.99
Available in APRIL

© 2008 HIMARUYA HIDEKA / GENTOSHA COMICS INC.


YU-GI-OH! ONE COIN MINI FIGURES
2 – 2 ½ inch figures come with special dialogue plates that connect to their bases; each figure comes with two different plates! The figures in this set include:

Honda Hiroto
Kaiba Seto
Kaiba Mokuba
Masaki Anzu
Bakura Ryo
Yami Yugi
Muto Yugi
Jonouchi Katsuya
Red Eyes Black Dragon
1 “secret figure

srp $5.99 each
Available in APRIL

© 2008 HIMARUYA HIDEKA / GENTOSHA COMICS INC.


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Dark Horse will release DOMO AND FRIENDS FIGURE SET
On sale June 15
3-piece figure set
$17.99
Based on the characters from Domo TV shorts on Japan’s NHK network, this 3-piece PVC figure set features Domo and his friends Mr. Usaji the wise old rabbit, and Tashanna, the young lady weasel. Domo stands at 4" tall while his friends stand at 3.5". Packaged in a deluxe full color window box.

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Domo 7” Qee Glow in the Dark
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Domo 7” Qee Skeleton
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Revoltech's upcoming Evangelion 2.x unit 02

Blythe doll of Tezuka's Black Jack

Volcaloid Pullips

Lost Godzilla Trendmaster toy line

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Cool Figures

[News by Scott Green of AICN.com]
Kotobukiya has announced its upcoming slate of mecha kit imports
PATLABOR THE MOBILE POLICE ~ AV-98 INGRAM 2 PATROL LABOR D-STYLE MODEL KIT
The Ingram 2 Patrol Labor D-Style model kit upgrades the original robot with a unique head sculpt and tons of cool new accessories. With 60 pre-painted parts and easy snap-fit assembly, no glue or paint is necessary. In addition to the classic black and white color scheme, the new unit has its “2” prominently painted on the head. The Ingram 2 comes armed with a 6-round 37mm Revolver Cannon, 90mm Riot Cannon Shotgun, Forearm-Mounted Riot Shield, and Stun Gun.
Also included is a special bonus accessory: a Type 98 Command Car in the same scale. Standing just over 4 inches tall, the diminutive Ingram 2 has approximately 15 points of articulation
srp $19.99
Available in MARCH
© 1989 HEADGEAR / BANDAI VISUAL / TOHOKUSHINSHA
KOTOBUKIYA FRAME ARMS SA-17 RAPIERE MULTI ASSEMBLE MECHANICAL UNIT MODEL KIT
The Rapiere upgrades the original Stylet with an amazing new sculpt created by 3D modeler Naoki. In addition to its sleek combat plane-inspired armor and rear thruster, the new robot has two interchangeable head units, one incorporating an attractive “Twin Tail” accessory. The Rapiere doesn’t just look pretty; it’s also deadly in combat where it wields its MW-09 Spiral Rifle Naginata. Standing XXX inches tall, the robot is comprised of approximately 200 parts with 30 points of articulation.
srp $34.99
Available in FEBRUARY
© KOTOBUKIYA Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
BORDER BREAK SHRIKE TYPE-V FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
Each Border Break robot is built on the universal core “Cross Frame” outfitted with additional armor, weapons, and accessories. The robots are fully articulated and poseable, and you can combine and interchange parts from different units to create your own original Blast Runner! Standing 6 inches tall, the Shrike Type-V is comprised of approximately 300 parts and has an outstanding 30 points of articulation.
srp $34.99
Available in MARCH
© Yunosuke Yoshinaga - Flex Comix / BBPC
MUV-LUV ALTERNATIVE TOTAL ECLIPSE ~ TAKEMIKAZUCHI TYPE-00F YUKI
TAKAMURA VER. FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
The robot stands nearly 7 inches
tall and comes with a wide variety of accessories and weapons. Comprised of about 350 parts, the Type-00F has 40 points of articulation for excellent poseability, and translucent plastic was used on its eyes and other key locations.
srp $49.99
Available in MARCH
© 1989 HEADGEAR / BANDAI VISUAL / TOHOKUSHINSHA
SUPER ROBOT TAISEN ~ COMPATIBLE KAISER FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
The Compatible Kaiser is composed of approximately 300 pieces cast in different colors, eliminating the need for painting. The flashy robot comes with its signature weapons, the Over Kaiser Sword, Kaiser Boomerang, and Spiral Knuckles. Fully poseable, the Compatible Kaiser looks great atop Kotobukiya’s original M.S.G. Flying Base 3 (sold separately), and as a special bonus includes a mini figure of pilot Fighter Roa!
srp $49.99
Available in MAY
© 1989 HEADGEAR / BANDAI VISUAL / TOHOKUSHINSHA
CYBER TROOPERS VIRTUAL-ON SVR-07 BELGDOR VER. 1P FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
Comprised of approximately 500 parts, the Belgdor has 30 points of articulation for maximum poseability and comes with a special attachment part to mount it on the Kotobukiya M.S.G. Flying Base 3 (sold separately). The formidable combat mecha stands 7 1/10” inches tall and is in 1/100 scale (the same as the other Virtual-On model kits). Construction of your Belgdor is literally a snap with snap-fit assembly, and the multi- colored parts reflect the original character paint colors with clear parts for the sensors!
srp $79.99
Available in June
© SEGA CHARACTER DESIGN: KATOKI HAJIME
The must follow Collection DX launched their new site
Also on the custom front, Yokai munny

Awards and Recognition

Summer Wars received the Audience Award for Best Animation Feature at The Anaheim International Film Festival
On that subject, FUNimation has indicated plans to submit Summer Wars for Best Animated Geature nomination.
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Manga artist Leiji Matsumoto, best known for his sci-fi melodramas such as Captain Herlock has been recognized with Japan's The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette
GeGeGe no Kitaro manga creator Shigeru Mizuki was recognized as a Person of Culutral Merit.
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Manga creator Jiro Taniguchi was recognized with La Giuria dei Premi Gran Guinigi 2010 assegna il riconoscimento come Maestro del fumetto at Italy's Lucca Comics and Game festival
Tokyo Arts University was recognized for The 2010 Best Animation School Showreel and Fumiko no Kokuhaku (Fumiko’s Confession) by Ishida Hiroyasu received a special mention at the 2010 Ottawa International Animation Festival
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Publishers Weekly's top 10 graphic graphic novels of 2010 included AX: Alternative Manga
X’Ed Out
Charles Burns (Pantheon)
Beasts of Burden: Animal Rites
Evan Dorkin and Jill Thompson(Dark Horse)
How to Understand Israel in 60 Days or Less
Sarah Glidden (Vertigo)
Duncan the Wonder Dog
Adam Hines (AdHouse Books)??
Yummy: The Last Days of a Southside Shorty
G. Neri and Randy DuBurke (Lee & Low)
Batwoman: Elegy
Greg Rucka and J.H. Williams (DC)
Bodyworld
Dash Shaw (Pantheon)
Acme Novelty Library: Lint
F.C. Ware (Drawn & Quarterly)
AX: Alternative Manga
Edited by Sean Michael Wilson and Mitsuhiru Asakawa (Top Shelf)
Weathercraft: A Frank Comic

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

OMG! - "Oh My Gundam!"

A man-sized Gundam? You’re gonna need a bigger toy shelf!
It’s so hard to win respect at the office. No one seems to appreciate all the funny email forwards you send. Displaying actual competence at your job is obviously out. And flashing your pink parts to intimidate rivals apparently only works in the animal kingdom.

Which leaves only one option: have you ever considered walking around with a giant Gundam?

If not, it’s time to send your coworkers into tremors of fear with Bandai’s astonishing five-foot tall, 100-pound Gundam figure. (Picture note: The war bot is significantly more intimidating when not posing next to a smiling Japanese girl.) Based on the wildly popular mecha anime franchise, the figure is modeled after the RX-78-2 Gundam created in Mobile Suit Gundam—which to non-mecha geeks basically just means this is the first, classic Gundam. For accessories, your new protector comes with a shield, beam rifle and beam saber. Admittedly, none of those weapons actually function—but your coworkers certainly don't need to know that.

Also, at 1:12 scale, these figures are obviously much smaller than the original humanity-dwarfing robots seen in the anime. But, let's be honest, that's probably for the best. You couldn't have fit a 60-foot tall robot into your cubicle anyway.

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Awesome Figures


[Source: aicn.com]
NEON GENESIS EVANGELION ANI*STATUES SHIKINAMI ASUKA ~BALLERINA~ & REI AYANAMI ~BALLERINA~
Based on original illustrations by Yoshiyuki Sadamato in his Art Collection “Camine,” the female Eva Unit pilots wear pretty outfits and come with exclusive diamond image bases that connect together so you can display them as a matched set.
Rei sits 4 ½ inches tall (1/7 scale), and was sculpted by Kouei Matsumoto.
srp $69.99
Available in FEBRUARY



Sculpted by Kouei Matsumoto, the Asuka is nearly 9 inches tall (1/7 scale).
srp $69.99
Available in MARCH




MAGICAL GIRL LYRICAL NANOHA THE MOVIE 1ST ~ NANOHA TAKAMACHI –EVERYDAY WEAR- ANI*STATUE
The main character of the hit property Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha, NANOHA TAKAMACHI is a spirited young girl who accidentally stumbles upon a magic user from another planet in The MOVIE 1st.
The schoolgirl comes equipped with her Raising Heart wand and Fate’s ribbon, as well as interchangeable parts let you display her in Device Mode! Nanoha stands 6 ½ inches tall (1/8 scale) atop an exclusive base.
srp $69.99
Available in April



© NANOHA The MOVIE 1st PROJECT
MANAKA DE IKUNO!! ~ KOMAKI MANAKA ANI*STATUE
FromRPG parody Manaka de Ikuno!! FINAL DRAGON CHRONICLE GUILTY REQUIEM, a spinoff of the To Heart 2 series, comes the class representative turned sorceress, KOMAKI MANAKA
Komaki is 8 inches tall (1/8 scale) floating on her specially designed base.
srp $69.99
Available in MARCH



© 2009 Leaf/AQUAPLUS
AYRTON SENNA -50TH ANNIVERSARY- FINE ART STATUE
The second in an extremely limited series of sporting figures from Kotobukiya, the legendary icon of Formula One Racing returns in an all new commemorative Fine Art Statue commemorating five decades since his birth: AYRTON SENNA – 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Senna stands 13 inches tall, and his special base is decorated with the Senna Foundation’s 50th anniversary logo and serial number. The logo is also prominently displayed on the anniversary packaging, making this a truly one of a kind commemorative Fine Art Statue.
srp $199.99
Available in JANUARY



© ASE - Produced under license from INSTITUTO AYRTON SENNA.
ONE-SHOT BUG KILLER!! HOI HOI-SAN ~CHANGE OF COSTUME~ PLASTIC MODEL KIT
Stand 4 1/2 inches tall, and the set is comprised of approximately 150 pieces, including three sets of eyes so Hoi Hoi-San can look straight ahead, up, or down.
srp $39.99
Available in MARCH




ORE NO IMOTO GA KONNANI KAWAII WAKE GA NAI ~ KIRINO KOSAKA ANI*STATUE
Coming to you straight out of the popular Ore no Imoto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai (“My Little Sister Can’t Be This Cute”) franchise is the secretive and mature young girl KIRINO KOSAKA
Sculpted by Takaku & Takeshi, Kirino stands over 7 inches tall (1/8 scale) on an exclusive display base. Don’t miss out on your cute and smart otaku sister!
srp $59.99
Available in MARCH




STAR WARS EMPIRE STRIKES DARTH VADER ARTFX+ STATUE
Darth Vader has a standard stance standing tall with his hands at his belt, though he does come with bonus arm parts for alternate poses. And, like the other ARTFX+ Statues, he has magnets in his feet for display on the included base
ARTFX+ Statues are fun-to-assemble pre-painted snap-fit kits that can be easily put together in seconds without glue or modeling skill. Darth Vader stands approximately 8 inches tall (1/10th scale)
srp $44.99
Available in MAY




TM & © DC Comics (s10)
MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS KOTOBUKIYA COLLECTION
X-FORCE X-23 FINE ART STATUE
Sculpted by Erick Sosa, X-23 stands approximately 11 inches tall (1/6 scale) perched atop a New York City building rooftop.
srp $159.99
Available in MAY



Marvel, Wolverine: TM & © 2009 Marvel Entertainment, Inc. and its subsidiaries. Licensed by Marvel Characters B.V. www.marvel.com. All rights reserved.
MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS KOTOBUKIYA COLLECTION
X-MEN DANGER ROOM SESSIONS ROGUE FINE ART STATUE
Based on a concept from the artistic pair of Manuel and Leo Silva
At nearly 12 inches tall, Rogue is perfectly in scale (1/6) with the other Danger Room Sessions members Wolverine, Psylocke, and Sabretooth. Sculpted by Erick Sosa, the X-Man is completed by her amazing Sentinel face base on top of a mechanical projector. Every mutant in the Danger Room Sessions series is mounted on a unique Danger Room holographic environment with translucent parts that glow with a built-in LED light in the base.
srp $174.99
Available in JULY



Marvel, Rogue: TM & © 2010 Marvel Entertainment, LLC and its subsidiaries. Licensed by Marvel Characters B.V. www.marvel.com. All rights reserved.
MARVEL X BISHOUJO COLLECTION BLACK CAT BISHOUJO STATUE
Black Cat stands just over 9 inches tall (in the new Marvel x Bishoujo 1/7th
scale) atop an exclusive display base consisting of a miniature building in deep perspective and an adorable plush Spider-Man. Sculpted by Takashi "GILL GILL" Tsukada, Black Cat is taking this Bishoujo line to all new heights!
srp $59.99
Available in MARCH



Marvel, BLACK CAT: TM & C 2010 Marvel Entertainment, LLC and its subsidiaries. Licensed by Marvel Characters B.V. www.marvel.com. All rights reserved. 

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The newly announced 100th figure in the Revoltech possable figures line will be Evangelion's Unit 01 with a based depicting the angel Sachiel
AME-COMI HEROINE SERIES: CATWOMAN (V.2) BLUE SUIT VARIANT PVC FIGURE, DESIGNED BY PAITOON RATAN • SCULPTED BY JONATHAN MATTHEWS
In a cool blue suit, Catwoman is on the prowl for the purrfect diamond. This variant version of Catwoman is based on classic colors from the 1960s.
Packaged in a 4-color window box with J-hook, this non-articulated PVC statue stands approximately 8.25” high and includes a display base.
On sale June 15, 2011 * Statue * $60 US


AME-COMI HEROINE SERIES: BATGIRL (V.1) BLACK SUIT VARIANT PVC FIGURE, DESIGNED BY UDON STUDIOS • SCULPTED BY JONATHAN MATTHEWS
What’s black and yellow and classic all over?
Batgirl in her variant costume! Due to popular demand, Batgirl buzzes with brilliance in her variant costume of traditional colors.
Packaged in a 4-color window box with J-hook, this non-articulated PVC statue stands approximately 8.25” high and includes a display base.
On sale June 15, 2011 * Statue * $60 US

Saturday, October 16, 2010

Chicago International Hobby Exposition

26th Annual 
International Hobby Expo
October 23 - 24, 2010
(Saturday and Sunday)
at the
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center · Rosemont · Illinois · USA
 

Children Under 10 - FREE!

Adults $10
Seniors - Over 65 are just $8

For more information, go to
Attractions for all ages!
See over 500 booths!
Indoor Plane & Heli Flying Exhibition
Giant Radio Controlled Race Car Track
RC Monster Truck Competition
Nex RC 4x4 Rock Crawling Exhibitions
ROBOT Combat Events
Huge Operating Model Railroads
Slot Car Races
See Newest Products from Manufacturers
    USA Toll Free - (877) TO-HOBBY or (877) 864-6229 | Outside USA - 973-283-4680 | Email - 1information@ihobbyexpo.com
    © iHobbyExpo™ all rights reserved

    Sunday, September 26, 2010

    Upcoming KOTOBUKIYA Japanese imports

    [Source: aicn.com] MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS KOTOBUKIYA COLLECTION
    DANGER ROOM SESSION SABRETOOTH FINE ART STATUE
    Inspired by Jim Lee’s 1990’s era X-Men, sculpted by Erick Sosa, Sabretooth stands nearly 14 inches tall (in 1/6th scale with the other Danger Room Sessions members Wolverine and Psylocke). Beneath his feet is an amazing exclusive base consisting of snow-covered rocky terrain on top of a mechanical projector. Every mutant in the Danger Room Sessions series is mounted on a unique Danger Room holographic environment with translucent parts that glow with a built-in LED light in the base.
    srp $179.99
    Available in March 2011


    Marvel, Sabretooth: TM & © 2010 Marvel Entertainment, LLC and its subsidiaries. Licensed by Marvel Characters B.V. www.marvel.com. All rights reserved.DC X BISHOUJO COLLECTION CATWOMAN BISHOUJO STATUE
    Catwoman appears for the first time in the Japanese bishoujo (pretty girl) style inspired by the 90’s style of Jim Lee and based on original character art by world famous illustrator Shunya Yamashita!
    Catwoman is constructed of high-quality pvc plastic and stands approximately 9 1/10 inches tall (in an increased 1/7 scale for DC X Bishoujo statues) atop an exclusive Gotham City Batman-inspired gargoyle base complete with two miniature cats! She’s the perfect companion to the Batgirl statue and will be joined by many other DC beauties in this sizzling line!
    srp $59.99
    Available in MARCH


    TM & © DC Comics. (s10)STAR WARS EMPIRE STRIKES BACK BOBA FETT CLOUD CITY VER. ARTFX+ STATUE
    Poseable in two ways (holding his gun at ease or aimed at his quarry), Fett comes with two different interchangeable arms and magnets in his feet for display on the included base!
    ARTFX+ Statues are fun-to-assemble pre-painted snap-fit kits that can be easily put together in seconds without glue or modeling skill. Boba Fett stands almost 8 inches tall (1/10th scale) and is just the first in the all new Saga Collection!
    srp $44.99
    Available in MARCH


    © 2010 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.STAR WARS ARTFX+ STORM TROOPER BUILD PACK
    Joining the ARTFX+ line, these two Storm Troopers are perfect miniature versions of the onscreen characters, with fully detailed armor and weapons. In fact, they both come with interchangeable four different kinds of arm parts and two different style of leg parts! So giving you the option of eighteen different posing combinations! Like the other ARTFX+ Statues the Troopers also have magnets in their feet for display on included bases.
    ARTFX+ Statues are fun-to-assemble pre-painted snap-fit kits that can be easily put together in seconds without glue or modeling skill. The Storm Troopers stand nearly 8 inches tall (1/10th scale) and are perfect back up for the Saga Collection Boba Fett ARTFX+ Statue!
    srp $74.99
    Available in MARCH


    © 2010 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.
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    Yamato USA will be releasing the Zoids Shield Liger Non-Scale, Die-Cast Action Figure
    Approximately 10.25” in length, over 17.00” including tail
    Two hundred (200) parts in total, including approximately eighty (80) die-cast parts
    Die-cast used in legs, chest, and waist
    Twenty-four (24) points of articulation
    Canopy opens & closes allowing boarding of Van Flyheight and Fiona pilot figures
    Head Shield (E Shield) spreads out
    Beams (Bazooka) lift from back
    Missile Pods spread out from side
    Six (6) kinds of figures: Van Flyheight (Standing), Van Flyheight (Pilot), Fiona (Standing), Fiona (Pilot), Zeke (Standing), Zeke (w/ Core)
    Zoids Core
    Both Zoids Core and Zeke with Core can be stored inside figure
    Up-grade Parts: two (2) kinds of Fangs and 30mm Twin Beams (for tail)
    Display Stand
    Extra Decal Stickers

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    A two foot tall, limited Shogun Warriors - Beast King Golion (aka Voltron) Jumbo Action Figure figure will be released in November. The 500 units produced will retail for $249.99.

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    Linkin Park album A Thousand Suns will be packaged with the Japanese limited released of a HGUC 1/144 RX-78GP01Fb Gundam GP01Fb Full Vernian "Linkin Park Edition" Gundam model in November

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    Neon Genesis Evangelion Ayanami Rei Ballerina style 1/7 PVC figure by Kotobukiya
    CollectionDX has an interesting look at a second rate transforming toy
    On the customs front
    Obama as Gundam for the Red Carpet Kaiju show
    Kaiju costume Munny
    Votoms diaramas

    Friday, September 10, 2010

    Awesome Figures


    [Source: aicn.com]
    Upcoming A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese imports include
    BORDER BREAK ZEBRA 41 FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
    Each robot in the Border Break series is built on the universal core “Cross Frame” outfitted with additional armor, weapons, and accessories. The robots are fully articulated and poseable, and you can combine and interchange parts from different units to create your own original Blast Runner! Standing 6 inches tall, the Zebra 41 is comprised of approximately 300 parts and has an outstanding 30 points of articulation.
    srp $34.99
    Available in NOVEMBER







    © SEGA
    BORDER BREAK COUGAR TYPE S FINE SCALE MODEL KIT A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese
    srp $39.99
    Available in JANUARY







    ©SEGA©KOTOBUKIYA Co.,Ltd All Rights Reserved.
    KOTOBUKIYA FRAME ARMS TYPE 38 MODEL 1 REMODELING RYURAI MULTI
    ASSEMBLE MECHANICAL UNIT KIT
    While the Zennrai featured a booster pack and heavy armor, the Ryurai goes even further with massive weaponry and advanced systems. It also continues the “main battle tank” motif with tank treads and alternate heavily armored legs. The Ryurai features all-new components like the S5 Optical Visor, Long Range Plasma Solid Cannon, and Type 65 Shield in addition to its standard complement of weapons. Standing almost 6 1/2 inches tall, the robot is comprised of approximately 300 parts providing nearly 30 points of articulation.
    srp $34.99
    Available in November







    ©Kotobukiya CO.,LTD.
    ONE-SHOT BUG KILLER!! INTERCEPTOR DOLL HOIHOI-SAN OBORO PLASTIC MODEL KIT
    A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Hoi Hoi-San cannot be stopped! Joining the line of 1:1 scale models of Interceptor Dolls is the first accessory kit straight out of the hit series, Pest- X’s awesome OBORO motorcycle! Increasing the Doll’s fighting capabilities dramatically, the
    Oboro has two distinct modes. Pest-X can ride the device in motorcycle mode, and when you transform it into the “Daitetsuwan” (“large arms”) mode the Interceptor can wear it behind her shoulders and take on Combat-San with her special “Zentaz Ryudaken (Mikazuchi)” move!
    You’ll be hard-pressed to choose how to display this model, with its sleek and stylish vehicle mode and the powerful exo-skeleton form with huge arms and hands! Pre-painted in dark blue and red parts to match its rider, the 6 ½ inch long (1/1 scale!) Oboro even has synthetic rubber tires that feel real.
    srp $39.99
    Available in NOVEMBER







    © ?????/????•????????
    ONE-SHOT BUG KILLER!! INTERCEPTOR DOLL HOI HOI-SAN MINI WITH HOI HOI CARRY
    Interceptor Doll Hoi Hoi-San is the main character’s diminutive assistant and support staff, HOI HOI-SAN MINI WITH HOI HOI CARRY! This little “doll” resembles her boss, with a cute maid’s uniform complete with bowtie, puffy shoes, gloves, and a big bow in her hair. She may be small, but she’s still an Interceptor Doll and comes armed with a special “Pumping Gun” in her size. She also brings an exclusive “Hand Gatling Gun” for her boss, and the fantastic Hoi Hoi Carry. A portable armory, the Carry cart has hooks on its sides for weapon storage as well as a dividing plate and opening hatch for loading items big and small. Hoi Hoi-San Mini also comes with extra eye parts for customization, three sets of hands (closed, open, and weapon gripping), and special decals. At just over 3 ¼ inches tall she is in 1:1 scale along with the other One-Shot Bug Killer!! robots.
    Sculpted by Tsukuru Shirahige and Yuta Itoyama, the extermination assistant and her gear are comprised of
    approximately 200 pieces, and Mini has 30 points of articulation.
    srp $39.99
    Available in JANUARY







    © ?????/????•????????
    PATLABOR THE MOBILE POLICE ~ GRIFFON D-STYLE MODEL KIT
    The Griffon D-Style model kit captures the look of the original mecha with stunning detail in a cute little package. With 60 pre-painted parts and easy snap-fit assembly, no glue or paint is necessary! In addition to the classic jet black color scheme, the Griffon also has several tampo print logos; there are also special pre-painted parts including the camera eye, red chest triangle, and hips. You can display the diminutive robot with various included parts like the flight unit or the aqua unit and multiple hands. Standing slightly over 4 ¼ inches tall, this little robot has approximately 15 points of articulation.
    srp $19.99
    Available in DECEMBER







    ©HEADGEAR / BANDAI VISUAL / TOHOKUSHINSHA
    ARMORED CORE GA GAN01-SUNSHINE-L FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
    A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! The next robot in the Variable Infinity Series from Armored Core For Answer is the highly anticipated GA GAN01-SUNSHINE-L! The long-awaited flagship model of GA, the Sunshine is one of the player’s default corporate Armored Cores and a fan favorite with its heavy armor and weapons. Resembling a main battle tank, the robot is made up of blocky armored sections built to withstand incredible punishment. Able to mete out quite a bit of destruction on its own, the Sunshine is equipped with twin handheld GAN01-SS- WB bazookas and shoulder-mounted CHEYENNE02 missile launchers. Standing 7 inches tall (1/ 72 scale), this powerful unit is comprised of approximately 600 parts and when fully assembled it has 20 points of articulation for extreme poseability! AC kits require easy snap fit assembly with included pictorial assembly instructions and do not need to be painted.
    srp $54.99
    Available DECEMBER







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    BROKEN BLADE FAFNIR GENERAL BALDR’S GOLEM FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
    Standing almost 6 ½ inches tall, the robot is comprised of approximately 200 parts.
    srp $34.99
    Available in JANUARY







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    BAKEMONOGATARI ~ MAYOI HACHIKUJI ANI*STATUE
    A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! From the smash hit anime series Bakemonogatari comes the second in a series of Ani*Statues, the ghost MAYOI HACHIKUJI! Forever trying to complete her journey to her mother’s house, the young girl met up with Koyomi and eventually reached her destination. Always on the move, Mayoi trudges along determinedly, clutching the straps to her plush animal-inspired overstuffed backpack. She wears a school girl outfit with a white short-sleeved shirt, bowtie, high socks, and a pink suspendered skirt with matching shoes. Mayoi has lots of unique details including a bandage on her knee, embroidered cherries on her skirt, a bracelet, headband, and leafy hair decorations! While her whole body is in motion, the ghost girl stares straight ahead toward her destination, a slight smile on her lips. Sculpted by Koei Matsumoto, Mayoi stands 7 ½ inches tall (1/8th scale) and is constructed of high-quality pvc plastic.
    srp $69.99
    Available in JANUARY







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    MIZUIRO ~ YUKI KATASE -NEKOMIMI BLOOMER- ANI*STATUE
    A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! The main heroine of the hit game Mizuiro, YUKI KATASE is well known to fans around the world as the mascot for the Nekoneko brand. She’s also the quintessential Imouto or “sister” character, and the perfect addition to the “4 Leaves” series of iconic archetypes. Based on the main illustration from the “Neko Neko Fan Disc,” Yuki is posed bent over, supporting herself on a giant golden spoon. She is dressed in a colorful school uniform embellished by cat ears, a tail, and cat’s paw shoes. Yuki’s “ears” are removable, as is her short skirt to reveal her pretty blue bloomers. As a special bonus, she comes with a 40mm scale Mecha Shindo mini figure! Yuki stands almost 6 ½ inches tall (in 1/7th scale) .
    srp $79.99
    Available in DECEMBER







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    TORADORA! ~ TAIGA AISAKA ANI*STATUE
    A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Coming straight out of the TV series finale of Toradora! is the beautiful but antisocial TAIGA AISAKA. Dressed in a black school girl uniform complete with thigh high black stockings and blue shoes, the “Palmtop Tiger” stands nervously with her hands behind her back and one foot pointed innocently inward. Fans will adore her cute “tsundele” face, and “moe” lovers will especially appreciate the “absolute territory” between her skirt and coat! Sculpted by former garage kit dealer and star of Wonder Festival 2010 Winter “Okamoto Dou Noa Sakura,” Taiga stands fully 10 inches tall (in 1/6th scale)!
    srp $69.99
    Available in DECEMBER







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    DC X BISHOUJO COLLECTION BATGIRL BISHOUJO STATUE
    Celebrating DC Comics’ 75th Anniversary, Kotobukiya is proud to debut the very first in a new line of beautiful bishoujo-inspired statues, BATGIRL! The DC X Bishoujo Collection combines DC’s superheroines and villains with traditional Japanese stylings. The classic and best known Batgirl first appeared in 1967, the alter ego of Gotham City police commissioner’s daughter Barbara Gordon. Brilliant and courageous, Batgirl helped defend the good citizens of Gotham City alongside her mentor Batman. Barbara comes to you now in the Japanese bishoujo (pretty girl) style based on original character art by world famous illustrator Shunya Yamashita!
    Sculpted by Atelier Bamboo, Batgirl is constructed of high-quality pvc plastic and stands approximately 9 inches tall (in an increased 1/7 scale for DC X Bishoujo statues) with the exclusive Gotham City gargoyle base.
    srp $59.99
    Available in DECEMBER







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    MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS KOTOBUKIYA COLLECTION
    DANGER ROOM SESSION PSYLOCKE FINE ART STATUE A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese
    Sculpted by Erick Sosa, Psylocke stands approximately 12 inches tall (1/6th scale) atop an exclusive base – the severed hand of a mutant-hunting Sentinel
    Every mutant in the Danger Room Sessions series is mounted on a unique Danger Room holographic environment with translucent parts that glow with a built-in LED light in the base.
    srp $169.99
    Available in FEBRUARY







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    Marvel Characters B.V. www.marvel.com. All rights reserved.
    MARVEL X BISHOUJO COLLECTION EMMA FROST BISHOUJO STATUE
    Based on original character art by illustrator Shunya Yamashita.
    Emma Frost stands approximately 8 inches tall (in 1/8 scale with the other Marvel x Bishoujo statues) atop an exclusive environmental display base and is constructed of high-quality pvc plastic. Sculpted by Takashi “GILL GILL” Tsukada
    srp $59.99
    Available in DECEMBER



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    Marvel Characters B.V. www.marvel.com. All rights reserved.
    STAR WARS DARTH MAUL LIGHT UP ARTFX STATUE
    Sculpted by Junnosuke Abe, Darth Maul stands approximately 11 inches (in 1/7th scale with all other Star Wars ARTFX Statues). With its detailed construction and unique styling, this Sith
    menace is a snap-fit kit that can be put together easily in seconds without glue or modeling skill
    srp $119.99
    Available in FEBRUARY







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