Initially revealed as a gray prototype during Wonder Festival last winter, Takara Tomy has solicited updates for their upcoming Star Convoy figure which will be part of a new Japanese-exclusive line. This updated version of Star Convoy would be appearing under the new Transformers Generations Select (or Generation Selects) line which is exclusive to the … Continue reading Takara Tomy Mall Exclusive: Transformers Generations Select STAR CONVOY
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Happy 40th Gundam! #ガンダム40周年
Before today ends, at least on this side of the planet, I would like to greet the Gundam franchise, and the community that supports it, a Happy 40th Anniversary! I didn't really prepare a lengthy post in celebration of this milestone -- will probably do on the 50th anniversary if this blog is still alive. … Continue reading Happy 40th Gundam! #ガンダム40周年
When Iron Man Meets Tokusatsu: Netflix Original “ULTRAMAN” (Season 1) Review
The following may contain spoilers for ULTRAMAN (Season 1). Original Work / ULTRAMAN (Manga) Release Date / 2019 Production / Production I.G. & Sola Digital Arts Release Date / April 2019 From its humble roots as an offshoot of the Japanese anthology series Ultra Q, Ultraman has remained a pop culture icon with its 50-year … Continue reading When Iron Man Meets Tokusatsu: Netflix Original “ULTRAMAN” (Season 1) Review
Tamashii Nations “Avengers: Endgame” Solicitations
It seems like an embargo for Avengers: Endgame collectible figures has been lifted as after the Hot Toys reveals, Tamashii Nations has also started soliciting their full slate of S.H.Figuarts releases. For this post, I'll likely cover just those relevant to my collection -- i.e. Iron Man stuff. Starting with stuff that's actually new, here's … Continue reading Tamashii Nations “Avengers: Endgame” Solicitations
#5001 / ULTRA-ACT ✕ S.H.Figuarts / Ultraman Suit
With the Netflix ULTRAMAN anime set having its worldwide premiere today, it's only fitting to feature the ULTRA-ACT ✕ S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Suit as the next CATALOGUE Entry. Technically this is based on the manga design as the anime version is a little different. Tamashii Nations is also releasing new figures based on the animation designs … Continue reading #5001 / ULTRA-ACT ✕ S.H.Figuarts / Ultraman Suit