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 in July and August 2014. Fans and collectors can purchase Bandai Tamashii Nations products from authorized Bluefin dealers, including SciFi Japan`s sponsor Anime Jungle.

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S.H.Figuarts: Naruto/ S.H.Figuarts ??????? At last, one of the most requested characters in Tamashii Nations` surveys finally takes his rightful place in the S.H.Figuarts series. Naruto, as he appears in the NARUTO SHIPPUDEN (??? ???) animated series, will finally be portrayed as an action figure with intricate articulation to recreate the most extreme ninja action sequences. This advanced action figure also features a full-array of optional accessories, including a total of four interchangeable facial expressions for depicting a variety of character specific scenes, two kunai, Rasengan effect parts, and interchangeable hands (5 left, 6 right). Buy one or... Heck, you already know you`re going to need several. Three words: Shadow Clone Jitsu. Believe it! Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥4,320 (Japan, Tax Included), $39.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112603371 SKU: BAN60337 ? Set Contents Naruto Figure 5 Interchangeable Left Hands 6 Interchangeable Right Hands 3 Interchangeable Faces Headband 2 Kunai Rasengan Effect Parts Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10671 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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Metal Build: Laevatein/ METAL BUILD ?????? The intrepid Laevatein Arm Slave from FULL METAL PANIC (?????·????!, Furumetaru Panikku!) joins the popular Metal Build series, replete with diecast and an originally crafted design produced by mecha designer Kanetake Ebikawa (Gundam Exia). Intricate systems such as elbow-mounted wire guns, a calf-mounted cooling system, and a torso mounted sub-arm are depicted in meticulous detail. Even the cockpit hatch is adjustable. Also included are a wealth of accessories, including a deluxe display stand, anti-tank daggers (x2), shot gun, demolition gun, monomolecular cutter (x2), pilot figures (x2), Fairy Feather system parts, and 4 sets of interchangeable hands. Product Size: Height Approximately 180mm Material: ABS, PVC, Diecast Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥18,360 (Japan, Tax Included), $174.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112836748 SKU: BAN83674 ? The set includes Laevatein Figure Display Stand 4 Interchangeable Left Hands 4 Interchangeable Right Hands Cockpit Parts 2 Anti-Tank Daggers 2 Replacement Blades Shotgun Demolition Gun 2 Monomolecular Cutters Mount Parts Sachs Figure Fairy Feather Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10665 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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Super Robot Chogokin: Gao Figh Gar/ ??????????? ??????? Gao Figh Gar from the KING OF THE BRAVES GAOGAIGAR FINAL (????????? FINAL, Yuushaoo Gaogaigaa Fainaru, 2000) OVA joins the ranks of Super Robot Chogokin diecast robot action figure series! Complete with splendid detail and dynamic effect parts, the Gao Figh Gar is able to replicate a variety of special techniques, including the Broken Phantom, Protect Wall, and Hell and Heaven attacks. Three sets of interchangeable hands, as well as interchangeable hand parts for Hell and Heaven and hand-shake are included, and can be used with the separately sold Super Robot Chogokin Genesic Gao Gai Gar (for recreation of iconic opening scene of the final episode). Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC, Diecast Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥8,100 (Japan, Tax Included), $72.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112805300 SKU: BAN80530 ? Set Contents Gao Figh Gar Figure 3 Interchangeable Left Hands 3 Interchangeable Right Hands Protect Wall Parts Broken Phantom Parts Hell and Heaven Hand Genesic Gao Gai Gar Handshake Hand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10666 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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Robot Spirits: Gundam Geminass 01 (Assault Booster)/ ROBOT? ?????????01????????????? The Gundam Geminass 01 (Assault Booster) Mobile Suit from the Gundam Wing Side Story, New Report Gundam Wing Dual Story: G-Unit (aka Mobile Suit Gundam: The Last Outpost) joins the Robot Spirits line-up! With intricate detail and superior articulation, this deluxe robot action figure comes complete with G-Unit Assault Booster accessories which can be attached on the shoulders and leg areas. Also includes accessories for the G-Unit Shield, Accelerate Rifle, Beam Swords (x2), and three sets of interchangeable hand parts. Product Size: Height Approximately 125mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥4,860 (Japan, Tax Included), $43.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112877659 SKU: BAN87765 ? The set includes Gundam Geminass 01 Figure 3 Interchangeable Left Hands 3 Interchangeable Right Hands G-Unit Assault Booster Accelerate Rifle G-Unit Shield 2 Beam Swords Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10640 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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Robot Spirits: Genoumaru/ ROBOT? ??? Following the release of Ryumaru and Senomaru, Genoumaru from MASHIN HERO WATARU (????????, Mashin Eiyuuden Wataru) joins the Robot Spirits series as the third Mashin installment! Shoulder mounted verniers and retractable foot blades are portrayed in detail. This deluxe robot action figure also features a full array of accessories, including electric shuriken effect parts, Genryusai and Himiko figures, 4 sets of interchangeable hands, and other arsenal. Product Size: Height Approximately 90mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥6,480 (Japan, Tax Included), $58.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112877673 SKU: BAN87767 ? The set includes Genoumaru Figure 4 Interchangeable Left Hands 4 Interchangeable Right Hands Electric Shuriken Electric Shuriken Effect Parts Genbuseiryu Shuriken Liger Knife Genryusai Figure Himiko Figure Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10668 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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S.H.Figuarts: Robo Rider/ S.H.Figuarts ?????? The S.H.Figuarts love for MASKED RIDER BLACK RX (??????BLACK RX, Kamen Raidaa Burakku Aaru Ekkusu, 1988-1989) continues with The Prince of Sadness, Robo Rider! This high quality rendition comes complete with the character`s signature Vortech Shooter pistol for blasting away the baddies of Crisis. Even his belt area has been portrayed using clear parts for enhanced realism. Interchangeable hands (1 left, 2 right) are also included for enacting all of Robo Rider`s signature poses. Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥3,888 (Japan, Tax Included), $34.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112609915 SKU: BAN60991 ? Set Contents Robo Rider Figure 1 Interchangeable Left Hand 2 Interchangeable Right Hands Vortech Shooter Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10669 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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S.H.Figuarts: Kamen Rider Leangle/ S.H.Figuarts ?????????? The fourth and final Rider in the MASKED RIDER BLADE (?????????????, Kamen Raidaa Bureido, 2004-2005) series joins the S.H.Figuarts line-up! Leangle features his massive Leangle Rouzer staff, with interchangeable parts for depicting it with either retracted or open blades. Even his belt mounted card holder can be opened and closed! Includes a total of 13 Rouzer cards and interchangeable hands (3 left, 4 right). Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥4,104 (Japan, Tax Included), $36.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112866974 SKU: BAN86697 ? Set Contents Kamen Rider Leangle Figure 3 Interchangeable Left Hands 4 Interchangeable Right Hands Leangle Rouzer Leangle Rouzer Interchangeable Parts 13 Rouzer Cards Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10670 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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S.H.MonsterArts: Godzilla 1995 Birth/ S.H.MonsterArts ???

Godzilla returns to the high end S.H.MonsterArts advanced monster action figure series in July. Sculpted by Yuji Sakai with meticulously crafted detail and dynamic articulation, this figure depicts the former Godzilla Jr. as he re-appears in the final seconds of the movie GODZILLA VS DESTOROYAH (???VS??????, Gojira Tai Desutoroia, 1995), transformed and reborn as the new King of the Monsters. This deluxe kaiju action figure set features the heavily fan requested atomic breath effect and effect stand parts as well as interchangeable hands. For complete specs and high-res photos please see the S.H.MonsterArts: Godzilla 1995 Birth article on SciFi Japan.

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Saint Cloth Myth: Taurus Aldebaran/ ??????? ?????????? Enter the Ox! Taurus Aldebaran from SAINT SEIYA (?????, Seinto Seiya, 1986-1989) joins the ranks of the Saint Cloth Myth EX series with his massive form completely realized, and a full array of options parts to portray a variety of iconic scenes from the anime. Included are his characteristic folded arms, along with a total of 5 interchangeable faces. Armor/cloth parts employ diecast material for added weight and realism, and parts can be used to assemble Taurus Object. Interchangeable hands and mantle accessory parts also included with this deluxe figure. Product Size: Height Approximately 190mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥10,800 (Japan, Tax Included), $109.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112701749 SKU: BAN70174 ? Set Contents Taurus Aldebaran Figure Cloth Armor Set Taurus Object Frame 4 Interchangeable Faces Interchangeable Hands Folded Arms Cloak Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10673 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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S.H.Figuarts: Sailor Jupiter/ S.H.Figuarts ????????? Tamashii Nations is proud to present the last Sailor Moon character needed to complete the five Inner Soldiers -- the warrior of love and courage, Sailor Jupiter! Featuring a unique sculpt with accurate height and proportions, Sailor Jupiter is garunteed to stand out in any S.H.Figuarts collection. Boasting superior articulation for recreating her famous action scenes from the anime, S.H.Figuarts Sailor Jupiter also features an articulated pony tail, interchangeable antenna hair parts, a total of four interchangeable faces, five sets of hands, and display stand specifically made for the character! Show `em your guts, and fight with all you`ve got with S.H.Figuarts Sailor Jupiter! Product Size: Height Approximately 150mm Material: PVC?ABS Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥4,536 (Japan, Tax Included), $40.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112815057 SKU: BAN81505 ? Set Contents Sailor Jupiter Figure 3 Interchangeable Faces 5 Interchangeable Left Hands 5 Interchangeable Right Hands Interchangeable Antenna Hair Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10674 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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Armor Girls Project: Cecilia Alcott Strike Gunner/ ?????????????? ?????????????????????×?????????? Cecilia Alcott from INFINITE STRATOS (IS???????????????, ?Infinitto Sutoratosu?) rejoins the Armor Girls Project series of `girl meets mecha` along with her IS, Blue Tears! Recreated as it appears employing the Strike Gunner high-speed maneuver, Cecilia`s highly articulated hair allows for recreation of the character in a variety of scenarios. Clear parts are used to portray bits launching, and a thorough array of accessory parts, including a stand, are featured. This deluxe figure includes the Blue Tears IS with full armaments, three sets of interchangeable hands, and bit effect parts; as well as the Cecilia Alcott figure including interchangeable faces (2 types), alternate hair parts, and three sets of optional hands. Product Size: Height Approximately 200mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥9,180 (Japan, Tax Included), $82.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112878601 SKU: BAN87860 ? Set Contents Blue Tears (Strike Gunner) IS Cecilia Alcott Figure 2 Interchangeable Faces 3 Interchangeable Left Hands 3 Interchangeable Right Hands Interchangeable Hair Parts Bit Effect Parts Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10675 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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Tamashii Effect: Burning Flame (Red Ver.)/ ?EFFECT???? BURNING FLAME RED Ver. Heat up your advanced figure collection with the all new Tamashii Effect- Burning Flame (Red Ver.)! These translucent effect parts are rendered in exquisite detail, and are articulated in order to adapt to a variety of figure poses and intense action sequences. The flame parts can also be separated for scattered burning effects. Figures and display stands sold separately. Width: Approximately 140mm Material: ABS?PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥2,376 (Japan, Tax Included), $21.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112878717 SKU: BAN87871 ? Set Contents 3 Large Effects Parts 4 Small Effects Parts Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10676 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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Tamashii Effect: Burning Flame (Blue Ver.)/ ?EFFECT???? BURNING FLAME BLUE Ver. Heat up your advanced figure collection with the all new Tamashii Effect- Burning Flame (Blue Ver.)! These translucent effect parts are rendered in exquisite detail, and are articulated in order to adapt to a variety of figure poses and intense action sequences. The flame parts can also be separated for scattered burning effects. Figures and display stands sold separately. Width: Approximately 140mm Material: ABS?PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥2,376 (Japan, Tax Included), $21.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112878724 SKU: BAN87872 ? Set Contents 3 Large Effects Parts 4 Small Effects Parts Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10677 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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Robot Spirits: Nu Gundam/ ROBOT? ?SIDE MS? ?????

Due to popular demand, Tamashii Nations is proud to announce a limited re-issue of Robot Spirits: Nu Gundam from MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM: CHAR`S COUNTERATTACK (???????? ??????, Kidoo Senshi Gandamu: Gyakushuu no Shaa, 1988). Featuring extensive articulation and exquisite proportion the Nu Gundam includes clear support arms to portray funnel mode. Deluxe action figure set includes three sets of left/right interchangeable hand parts, six fin funnels, two types of beam sabers, hyper bazooka, beam rifle, shield, three funnel effect parts as well as funnel connection parts. Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥4,536 (Japan, Tax Included), $40.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112749864 SKU: BAN74986 ? The set includes Nu Gundam Figure 3 Left Interchangeable Hands 3 Right Interchangeable Hands 6 Fin Funnels 2 Beam Sabers Hyper Bazooka Beam Rifle Shield 3 Funnel Effect Parts Funnel Connection Parts Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/1682 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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FiguartsZERO: Monkey D Luffy (New World Ver.)/ ???????ZERO ?????D????(???Ver.)

Due to popular demand Tamashii Nations is proud to announce a limited re-issue of Figuarts ZERO Monkey D Luffy (New World Ver.) from ONE PIECE (????? Wan Piisu). Figure accurately depicts Luffy as he appears in the "New World" series with his characteristic chest scar. Figure stands 14cm high and includes special display stand with character name and Japanese catch phrase. Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥1,890 (Japan, Tax Included), $17.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112752567 SKU: BAN75256 ? Set Contents Monkey D Luffy Figure Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/1680 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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FiguartsZERO: Roronoa Zoro (New World Ver.)/ ???????ZERO ???????(???Ver.)

Due to popular demand, Tamashii Nations is proud to announce a limited re-issue of Figuarts ZERO: Roronoa Zoro (New World Ver.) from ONE PIECE. The three-katana style (Santoryu) master swordsman and former bounty hunter is considered to be the largest threat and most dangerous member of the Straw Hats Pirates after Luffy. Its only fitting that he joins the FiguartsZERO series in top form. Meticulously sculpted PVC figure stands 14.5cm high and includes special display stand with character name and Japanese catch phrase. Product Size: Height Approximately 145mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥2,376 (Japan, Tax Included), $21.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112752567 SKU: BAN75256 ? Set Contents Roronoa Zoro Figure Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/1559 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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FiguartsZERO: Portgas D Ace -Battle Ver.-/ ???????ZERO ??????D???? -Battle Ver.-

Due to popular demand, Tamashii Nations is proud to announce a limited re-issue of Figuarts ZERO: Portgas D Ace -Battle Ver.- from ONE PIECE. Product Size: Height Approximately 130mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: July 2014 (Japan), August 2014 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥3,150 (Japan, Tax Included), $29.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112752567 SKU: BAN75256 ? Set Contents Portgas D Ace Figure Interchangeable Head Base Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/1746 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com

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