Taking the center stage on the last day of Bandai Spirits' Hobby Next Phase Week is of course the Gunpla stuff. That said, many were disappointed with the reveal of the Wing Gundam Zero EW as the next Master Grade Ver.Ka. kit so here's something sort of interesting. Yes, we are getting yet another RX-78-2 … Continue reading Bandai Spirits’ Hobby Next Phase Week: Entry Grade RX-78-2 Gundam
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Bandai Spirits’ Hobby Next Phase Week: HG Kotetsu Jeeg (Infinitism)
Bandai Spirits' "Hobby Next Phase Week" continues with new kit announcements. This time around, from Go Nagai's plethora of works, referred to as Dynamic Characters, is the next kit to get the HG Infinitism treatment. I initially though we're now getting into the Getter Robo machines thanks to the previous HG Getter Dragon (Infinitism) announcement. … Continue reading Bandai Spirits’ Hobby Next Phase Week: HG Kotetsu Jeeg (Infinitism)
Tamashii Nations Presents "Cine Toy Spirits": S.H.Figuarts IG-11
The second figure being offered in Tamashii Nations' "Cine Toy Spirits" launch is something we've seen in previous shows as well. This is the S.H.Figuarts IG-11 from the Disney+ exclusive series The Mandalorian. Because there's always space for S.H.Figuarts droids on my shelf. I haven't watched The Mandalorian to know everything about this droid bounty … Continue reading Tamashii Nations Presents "Cine Toy Spirits": S.H.Figuarts IG-11
Tamashii Nations Presents “Cine Toy Spirits”: S.H.Figuarts Iron Man Mark 1
Tamashii Nations has opened a new section on Tamashii Web called "Cine Toy Spirits" where S.H.Figuarts releases inspired by Marvel, DC, and Star Wars properties will be featured. Among its initial offerings is a figure that took its time but is now finally getting a release. Yes, I'm talking about the S.H.Figuarts Iron Man Mark … Continue reading Tamashii Nations Presents “Cine Toy Spirits”: S.H.Figuarts Iron Man Mark 1
#2003 / Marvel Legends Series / Iron Man Model 1 (“First Appearance” 2006)
This is clearly an old figure if the title above isn't obvious enough. But despite this, the clunky articulation, coupled with the clunky design of the original Iron Man has its charms. That's probably the reason Hasbro is taking its time releasing a modern take on the first comic book Iron Man armor. And so, … Continue reading #2003 / Marvel Legends Series / Iron Man Model 1 (“First Appearance” 2006)