Bandai Figures to be Sold in Japan and America Source: Bluefin Corp. Bandai Tamashii Nations Official Site: tamashii.jp (Japan) Special Thanks to Xavier Lim Distributor Bluefin Corp. has provided product specs and high-res photos for figures and collectibles coming from Bandai`s Tamashii Nations. All items (except D-Arts: Noel = Vermilion) will be released in Japan in February 2014 and North America in March 2014. Fans and collectors can purchase Bandai Tamashii Nations products from authorized Bluefin dealers, including SciFi Japan`s sponsors Anime Jungle and Toy Freakz.
Robot Spirits: Vifam/ ROBOT? ????? Vifam, from the popular 1980’s robot anime series ROUND VERNIAN VIFAM (?????????, Ginga Hyooryuu Baifamu, 1983), joins the highly detailed Robot Spirits action figure series! With an intrepid form and dynamic articulation, the Vifam is ideal for fans wanting to recreate the action poses from the anime. This set also features a full array of optional accessories for the Sling Pannier, Beam Gun, and shield. An assortment of interchangeable hands are included to allow for dynamic posing. Product Size: Height Approximately 125mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: February 2014 (Japan), March 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥5,250 (Japan, Tax Included), $50.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112844378 SKU: BAN84437 ? The set includes Vifam Figure Interchangeable Left and Right Hand Assortment Beam Gun Shield Sling Pannier Pod Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10531 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
Robot Spirits: Wing Gundam/ ROBOT? ???????? The titular mobile suit from MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM WING (?????????W(????), Shin Kidoo Senki Gandamu Wingu, 1995-1996) joins the ranks of the Robot Spirits line! Piloted by series protagonist Heero Yuy, the Wing Gundam may be the most recognizable Mobile Suit in all of Gundam, next to the original RX-78. Using the most up to date technology, this ambitions Robot Spirits release will enable a transformation gimmick to convert to the Wing Gundam’s Bird Mode! Simply remove the interchangeable hand parts. In addition to boasting faithful proportion, meticulous detail and superior articulation, a full array of accessories are also included in set -- special bonus battle damaged head parts for recreating the iconic opening scene, as well as special beam saber parts for portraying the weapon in motion, a buster rifle, and interchangeable hands for dynamic posing. This is the ultimate figure for any fan of Gundam Wing. Product Size: Height Approximately 130mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: February 2014 (Japan), March 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥5,040 (Japan, Tax Included), $49.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112852564 SKU: BAN85256 ? The set includes Wing Gundam Figure 2 Left Interchangeable Hands 3 Right Interchangeable Hands Interchangeable Damaged Head Buster Rifle Beam Saber Bird Mode Replacement Parts Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10532 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
Ultra-Act: Ultraman Leo/ ULTRA-ACT ???????? The powerful Ultra from Nebula L77 brings the Ultra-Act action figure series to a whole new level! With dynamic articulation, an expansive array of optional accessories, and special effect parts, Ultra-Act Ultraman Leo is one of the most advanced Ultra-Act figures to date. Featuring his iconic Leo Nunchucks, Ultra-Man defense umbrella, pinwheel (yes, an actual pinwheel accessory), Leo punch and kick effects, interchangeable timer, light ball and interchangeable hand parts. Product Size: Height Approximately 180mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: February 2014 (Japan), March 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥3,990 (Japan, Tax Included), $38.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112828705 SKU: BAN82870 ? Set Contents Ultraman Leo Figure Interchangeable Hands Interchangeable Color Timer 2 Leo Nunchucks Pinwheel Defense Umbrella Leo Punch Effect Leo Kick Effect Energy Light Ball Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10533 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
S.H.Figuarts: Agito Shining Form/ S.H.Figuarts ????????? ?????????? Kamen Rider Agito joins the S.H.Figuarts series once more -- this time in Shining Form. Portrayed in accurate proportion while boasting advanced S.H.Figuarts articulation technology, this high-end MASKED RIDER AGITO (?????????, Kamen Raidaa Agit?, 2001-2002) action figure features metallic colored red and silver pearl coloring for enhanced realism. Includes the Shining Caliber blades in Twin Mode, along with four sets of interchangeable hand parts. Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: February 2014 (Japan), March 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥4,200 (Japan, Tax Included), $40.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112846273 SKU: BAN84627 ? Set Contents Kamen Rider Agito Figure Shining Caliber 4 Sets Interchangeable Hands Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10535 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
Saint Cloth Myth: Phoenix Ikki God Cloth -10th Anniversary Edition-/ ??????? ???????? ??? -10th Anniversary Edition- The Saint Cloth Myth series was launched in 2003, and since then over 7 million Saint Cloth Myth deluxe action figure have been sold around the world. Tamashii Nations celebrates the 10th year anniversary of the Saint Cloth Myth series with a very special renewal of the 5 God Cloth titles. The fifth and final commemorative title will be Phoenix Ikki. This special commemorative set will feature an entirely new color scheme, as well as all new screaming face for portraying the iconic Elysian scene. This deluxe set features a full array of interchangeable hands, as well as additional cloth armor parts for assembly of Phoenix object. Product Size: Height Approximately 160mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: February 2014 (Japan), March 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥7,875 (Japan, Tax Included), $89.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112819390 SKU: BAN81939 ? Set Contents Phoenix Ikki Figure Cloth Armor Set Object Frame Interchangeable Faces Interchangeable Hands Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10536 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
Saint Seiya Myth Cloth EX: Gemini Saga (Surplice)/ ???????EX ?????????? The Surplice Saints from the Hades arc of SAINT SEIYA (?????, Seint Seiya, 1986-1989) join the Saint Cloth Myth EX series. The first title will be the popular Gemini Saga Surplice. This elaborate set features sleek EX style proportion and brilliant cloth armor rendered in purple hued diecast. Three interchangeable faces are included, featuring closed eyes, screaming, and grieving faces. An additional short sword accessory and interchangeable hands are also included in the set. As with all EX Saint Seiya figures, the Surplice armor parts can be re-arranged to form the Surplice Object. Product Size: Height Approximately 180mm Material: ABS, PVC, Diecast Shipping: February 2014 (Japan), March 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥8,400 (Japan, Tax Included), $94.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112828668 SKU: BAN82866 ? Set Contents Gemini Saga Surplice Figure Myth-Cloth Armor Parts Surplice Object Set of Interchangeable Left and Right Hands Set of Interchangeable Left and Right Hands Dagger Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10537 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
One Piece: Figuarts ZERO Trafalgar Law -Battle Ver.-/ ???????ZERO ??????????-Battle Ver.- The popular Figuarts ZERO battle version series of dynamic statues continues with the Supernova Straw Hat Pirate ally, Trafalgar Law from ONE PIECE (?????, Wan Piisu)! Portrayed in meticulous detail down to his signature fur clothes, this all new precision sculpt features translucent step effects for enhanced realism, and captures the “Surgeon of Death” in mid-swing, with added motion effects on sword blade. A special display stand is also included for displaying Law in all his glory. Product Size: Height Approximately 115mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: February 2014 (Japan), March 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥3,780 (Japan, Tax Included), $36.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112846303 SKU: BAN84630 ? Set Contents Trafalgar Law Figure Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10538 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
IS ?Infinite Stratos?: Figuarts ZERO Cecilia Alcott/ ???????ZERO ?????????? The IS Academy pilots from IS ?Infinite Stratos? (IS???????????????, IS ?Infinitto Sutoratosu?) join the ranks of the Figuarts ZERO series, starting with the UK IS Representative Candidate and Blue Tears IS pilot, Cecilia Alcott! Cecilia is portrayed in stunning detail as seen in her IS suit, and captured in natural pose with flowing golden hair. A special display stage is also included, allowing her to stand beautifully at the center of any collection. Product Size: Height Approximately 160mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: February 2014 (Japan), March 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥4,725 (Japan, Tax Included), $45.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112856067 SKU: BAN85606 ? Set Contents Cecilia Alcott Figure Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10434 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
Super Robot Chogokin: Genesic GaoGaiGar/ ??????????? ???????????? In what promises to be the most ambitious Super Robot Chogokin endeavor to date, Tamashii Nations is proud to announce the release of powerful Genesic GaoGaiGar from the OVA series KING OF THE BRAVES GAOGAIGAR FINAL (????????? FINAL, Yuushaoo Gaogaigaa Fainaru, 2000)! This figure will feature the Broken Magnum rocket punch gimmick, and accurate portrayal of Protect Shade technique! An incredible balance between sculpt and articulation has been achieved, even allowing the wings to accurately unfold to a 10 in span. Two interchangeable drill parts included are included, which can be swapped at the knees. As a first production limited bonus, the charge arm parts accessories will be included in the set. Other accessories include the Bolting Driver, Will Knife, interchangeable bolts (3 types), and multiple hands for posing. The world has been warned: a new type of GaoGaiGar is here. Product Size: Height Approximately 160mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: February 2014 (Japan), March 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥9,975 (Japan, Tax Included), $97.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112846440 SKU: BAN84644 ? Set Contents Genesic GaoGaiGar Figure Bolting Driver Will Knife Protect Shade Parts 2 Interchangeable Drill Parts Interchangeable Hands 3 Interchangeable Bolts Hell & Heaven Hands (First Production Run Bonus) Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10530 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
D-Arts: Noel = Vermilion/ D-Arts ???=??????? Fans of BLAZBLUE rejoice! The first release in the D-Arts line will be none other than the popular Noel Vermillion. Appropriately timed with the recent release of the new anime series, BLAZBLUE ALTER MEMORY (?????? ?????????, Bureiburuu Orutaa Memorii, 2013), and PlayStation 3 game, BLAZBLUE CHRONOPHANTASMA (?????? ?????????, Bureiburuu Kuronofantazuma), Noel has been captured in stunning from and boasting cutting-edge articulation. This deluxe action figure will feature an extensive array of option parts and accessories to accurately recreate sequences from the game, as well as alternate facial expressions to display her in different situations. Interchangeable hair parts allow for portrayal of character without her hat, two interchangeable face parts (screaming and taking damage) are featured for depiction of a variety of situations. Two Bolverk gun accessories with optional shot effect parts are also included, as well as a multitude of interchangeable hands for display options. Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: March 2014 (Japan), April 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥5,250 (Japan, Tax Included), $51.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112863430 SKU: BAN86343 ? Set Contents Noel Vermillion 2 Interchangeable Faces Interchangeable Hair (No Hat) 2 Bolverk Guns Gun Effect Interchangeable Left and Right Hand Sets Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10534 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
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