Should I Jump the Gun on These? “Shoujo-Hatsudoki” Motored Cyborg Runner” SSX_155

Earlier this year, Max Factory and Sen-Ti-Nel revealed a new collaboration project based on illustrations by AF_KURO, called Shoujo-Hatsudoki Motored Cyborg Runner. Along with this reveal are a couple of prototype figures on the show floor of WonHobby 35 but other details are sparse. This time around, they're back with more -- including an exhibit … Continue reading Should I Jump the Gun on These? “Shoujo-Hatsudoki” Motored Cyborg Runner” SSX_155 →

Box Art Extravaganza: October 2022

Yes, box arts, let's go! Announced last July for an October 2022 release, it looks like the Premium Bandai exclusive HGAC Gundam L.O. Booster is now getting into the hands of Japanese builders. And like the other G-Unit kits, this one also gets full color packaging despite being an online exclusive. This kit is primarily … Continue reading Box Art Extravaganza: October 2022 →

Now I Understand Why This Exists: MODEROID Evangelion Unit-01 (Evangelion 3.0+1.0)

When Good Smile Company showed prototypes of their MODEROID Evangelion kits at the All-Japan Model & Hobby Show, I was literally scratching my head and was asking one question. Why? We already got the Real Grades which are really good, and we also got the Kotobukiya kits if you want them simpler and more anime … Continue reading Now I Understand Why This Exists: MODEROID Evangelion Unit-01 (Evangelion 3.0+1.0) →

All Japan Model & Hobby Show 2022: Let’s Talk MODEROID

One of the more active companies and product lines in recent years, or at least that's visible to me, is Good Smile Company's MODEROID line of plastic models. This is the only line I know that's willing to take on and release model kits from more obscure properties, or those that are popular but don't … Continue reading All Japan Model & Hobby Show 2022: Let’s Talk MODEROID →

My Unsolicited Thoughts: Mini Deformed Going Nendoroid?

If you're one of the couple of folks following my unsolicited thoughts on the various mecha product lines out there, then you'd know how I really like Action Toys' Mini Action line of transforming and combining desk-sized sets (you can read more on that here). These figures are essentially simplified versions of Soul of Chogokin … Continue reading My Unsolicited Thoughts: Mini Deformed Going Nendoroid? →