Finally, The S.H. MonsterArts Godzilla Resurgence Figure Is Coming
So many people have been down on the design of Godzilla in the new Toho Pictures movie 'Godzilla Resurgence,' and absolutely no one has even seen the film yet. Personally, I've been incredibly excited about seeing why Godzilla looks this way; whether it's a literal call-back to his origin as a radioactive giant dinosaur, or just an eccentric take on the icon, I don't care. I'm just excited to see him come alive in a modern Japanese film. That said, having him come alive in my living room would be almost just as awesome, and S.H. MonsterArts is wasting no time in making that a reality. Check out some info on the figure, a promotional video, and a ton of pictures after the jump.
So many people have been down on the design of Godzilla in the new Toho Pictures movie 'Godzilla Resurgence,' and absolutely no one has even seen the film yet. Personally, I've been incredibly excited about seeing why Godzilla looks this way; whether it's a literal call-back to his origin as a radioactive giant dinosaur, or just an eccentric take on the icon, I don't care. I'm just excited to see him come alive in a modern Japanese film. That said, having him come alive in my living room would be almost just as awesome, and S.H. MonsterArts is wasting no time in making that a reality. Check out some info on the figure, a promotional video, and a ton of pictures below.
From the press release:
Tamashii Nations has posted up official photos and some info for their upcoming S.H. Monsterarts Godzilla Resurgence – Shin Godzilla Figure. Godzilla Resurgence is the newest in the long line of Godzilla films from Toho. It sees the return of the King of Monsters with an all new creature design. Toho is treating the film as a complete reboot of the Japanese Godzilla franchise. It will have no connection to previous Godzilla movies. The film is set to debut in Japan on July 29, 2016.
The Shin Godzilla figure measures about 40CM (15.75 inches) from head-to-tail and will stand at 18CM (7″) tall. It features the full range of articulation that fans have come to expect from the S.H. Monsterarts line. It is due for release this November. It will be priced at 12,960 Yen (about $126 USD). No word on the official pre-order dates at this time.
X-Plus Reveals Absolutely Gigantic Large Monster Series Legion
X-Plus has been showing off a basic maquette for awhile now, but today they've finally revealed their "Large Monster Series Legion" vinyl figure. This is based off the design in the incredibly important Heisei Gamera trilogy (specifically Gamera 2: Attack of Legion), and is the largest and most detailed figure of the monster to date. There are two different versions coming out towards the end of the summer, and where you buy it from will determine if yours will have added lighting and effects, according to the guys over at Kaiju Addicts. See the specs and a collection of pictures below.
X-Plus has been showing off a basic maquette for awhile now, but today they've finally revealed their "Large Monster Series Legion" vinyl figure. This is based off the design in the incredibly important Heisei Gamera trilogy (specifically Gamera 2: Attack of Legion), and is the largest and most detailed figure of the monster to date. There are two different versions coming out towards the end of the summer, and where you buy it from will determine if yours will have added lighting and effects, according to the guys over at Kaiju Addicts. See the specs and a collection of pictures below.
• Height: 38cm (almost 15 inches)
• Length: 57cm (22.4 inches)
• Price (Ric Boy): ¥44,820 ($435 USD), Order here.
• Price (Standard / Hobby Search): ¥36,000 ($350), Order here.
• Order Deadline (Ric Boy): July 11, 2016
• Expected Release: Late August / Early September
S.H. MonsterArts 1989 "Bio-Goji" With Lights And Sounds
The first release in the all new S.H.MonsterArts KOU KYOU KYOKU series. It's an all new approach to action figures, with superb posability, light (KOU), sound (KYOU), and music (KYOKU)! LEDs illuminate Godzilla's mouth and fins. And a sound chip replicates three different roars, his radioactive breath, and the sound of his thundering footsteps. And that's not all. It also includes two music selections: "Godzilla's Theme," and "Godzilla vs. the Tanks." Check out more pictures and a video released by S.H.MonsterArts after the jump.
The first release in the all new S.H.MonsterArts KOU KYOU KYOKU series. It's an all new approach to action figures, with superb posability, light (KOU), sound (KYOU), and music (KYOKU)! LEDs illuminate Godzilla's mouth and fins. And a sound chip replicates three different roars, his radioactive breath, and the sound of his thundering footsteps. And that's not all. It also includes two music selections: "Godzilla's Theme," and "Godzilla vs. the Tanks." Check out more pictures and a video released by S.H.MonsterArts below.
Pre-orders for this S.H. Monsterarts 1989 Godzilla begin on June 9th. The figure will be priced at 19,980 Yen (about $182 USD) with a release set for October.
Product size: Approx 7.9"
Package size: Approx 11.8"x9.6"x7.0"
Banpresto Figure A-Rank Prize In Japanese Lottery For Godzilla Resurgence
According to our friends over at Gormaru Island, this beautifully sculpted Shin-Gojira figure is the A-Rank prize in a lottery being held to promote 'Godzilla Resurgence' in Japan. Only fifty of these figures will be distributed as prizes, with no word yet on any plans to distribute it through retail. Can't imagine they'd go through the trouble of making something so detailed without planning to release it normally down the road, but we'll keep a look out. Check out more photos after the jump.
According to our friends over at Gormaru Island, this beautifully sculpted Shin-Gojira figure is the A-Rank prize in a lottery being held to promote 'Godzilla Resurgence' in Japan. Only fifty of these figures will be distributed as prizes, with no word yet on any plans to distribute it through retail. Can't imagine they'd go through the trouble of making something so detailed without planning to release it normally down the road, but we'll keep a look out. Check out more photos below.
X-Plus Toys Introduces First Entry In "Super Sentai Robo" Line
August Ragone has dropped a bombshell of news concerning a certain giant Megazord and a new series of toys being released in Japan. Check out the details (quoted from his blog) and more pictures after the jump.
August Ragone has dropped a bombshell of news concerning a certain giant Megazord and a new series of toys being released in Japan. Check out the details (quoted from his blog) and more pictures below.
Best known for their large-scale, highly detailed and photo-realistic vinyl kaiju figures from a myriad of Japanese monster movies, Osaka-based X-Plus Toys, has just announced a departure from their usual suspects of Godzilla kith & kin as a part of their "Gigantic Series" run of 40cm (15-3/4") pieces. The inaugural entry in their "Super Sentai Robo" line drops this coming summer from Shonen Ric:
"Daizyujin" from "Dinosaur Task Force: Zyuranger" (1992) — perhaps better known to fans outside of Japan as the "Dino Megazord" seen in the US adaptation, "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers"! Now, for the first time, famous giant robots from Toei's long-running Super Sentai series are to be issued as large, vinyl display pieces — not in hard plastic nor diecast metal.
While the figure itself has limited moving parts and poseability, the head, shoulders, and wrists can be moved. The bonus here are the major weapons, such as the "Kyoryuken" sword and the "Mammoth Sheild", two sets of fists (one to hold the respective weapons), and a stand for the shield. Of course, the great appeal of this piece is its sheer size and incredible detail.
"Daizyujin" is now scheduled for release this coming July and is listed to retail for ¥24800 ($227.30 USD). Stay tuned for the future entries in this exciting new line-up from X-Plus in conjunction with Plex — I'm hoping for the giant robots from "Bioman" and "Sun Vulcan"!
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