Bandai Figures to be Sold in Japan and America Source: Bluefin Corp. S.H.Figuarts Official Site: tamashii.jp/shfiguarts (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 October. All items will be released both in Japan and North America. Fans and collectors can purchase Bandai Tamashii Nations products from authorized Bluefin dealers, including SciFi Japan`s sponsors Anime Jungle and Toy Freakz.
S.H.Figuarts - Red Wind Ranger/ S.H.Figuarts ???????
Continuing with the S.H.Figuarts Power Rangers line-up will be the Red Wind Ranger from POWER RANGERS NINJA STORM (aka HurricaneRed from HURRICANEGER). As with previous Power Ranger S.H.Figuarts releases, this item will feature special POWER RANGERS packaging for fans in North America. Wind Ranger`s suit is recreated in meticulous detail and figure features advanced S.H.Figuarts articulation to allow for dynamic action poses. A full array of accessories including Hawk Blaster, two types of Ninja Sword accessories, and interchangeable hand parts (6 left/5 right). For complete specs and high-res photos please see the S.H.Figuarts Toei Hero figures article on SciFi Japan.
Saint Cloth Myth - Pegasus Seiya God Cloth (10th Anniversary Ed.)/ ?????? ??? -10th Anniversary Edition- The Saint Cloth Myth series was launched in 2003 and since then over 7 million Saint Cloth Myth deluxe action figure sets have been sold around the world. Tamashii Nations kicks off the 10th year anniversary celebration of the Saint Cloth Myth series with a very special Saint Cloth Myth Pegasus Seiya God Cloth renewal. This SAINT SEIYA commemorative set will feature an entirely new color scheme as well as new interchangeable laughing and screaming facial expression parts for realistic portrayal of iconic anime scenes. This deluxe set features a full array of interchangeable hand parts as well as additional cloth armor ports for assembly of Pegasus object. Product Size: Height Approximately 160mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: October 2013 Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥7,875 (Japan, Tax Included), $84.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112819345 SKU: BAN81934 ? Set Contents Pegasus Seiya God Cloth Figure Cloth Armor Parts Pegasus Object Parts 2 Interchangeable Faces Interchangeable Hands Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10400 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
S.H.MonsterArts - Mechagodzilla Type-3/ S.H.MonsterArts MFS-3 3???
The popular MFS-3 Type 3 Kiryu joins the S.H.MonsterArts series with generous diecast in chest and leg areas as well as a full array of option parts! This deluxe kaiju action figure set features interchangeable Messer Blade arm parts, articulated leg blasters, and attachable back unit. Option head parts also included to recreate MFS-3 during repairs. For complete specs and high-res photos please see the S.H.MonsterArts - Mechagodzilla Type-3 article on SciFi Japan.
Metal Build - Gundam Exia Repair/ METAL BUILD ??????????? The crudely repaired version of Gundam Exia from MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM 00 joins the popular, high-end diecast Metal Build action figure series. Bonus parts are included that can be used with previously released Metal Build Gundam Exia/Exia Repair III to recreate Repair II version of the Gundam Exia and allow for recreation of the iconic GN Drive activation pose in the final battle scene. Battle damaged areas of the Gundam Exia Repair have been crafted in meticulous detail -- half destroyed face area, cracked lens, broken GN-Sword blade, damage leg areas reflected on diecast parts, and even the iconic cloak covering the lost left arm spares no detail and has be created with two layers and points of articulation! Set features diecast for added weight and a full array of accessories -- GN Sword (broken ver), interchangeable shoulder armor (for Repair II), elbow cover armor (for Repair II), and interchangeable shin-guard parts (for Repair II). GN Drive (activated mode), 4 sets of left/right interchangeable hand parts, and special figure display stand also included in set. Product Size: Height Approximately 180mm Material: ABS, PVC, Diecast Shipping: October 2013 Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥14,490 (Japan, Tax Included), $149.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112814678 SKU: BAN81467 ? The set includes Gundam Exia Figure 4 Sets Left/Right Interchangeable Hands GN Sword (Broken Version) Interchangeable Left/Right Shoulder Armor (for Repair II) Interchangeable Left/Right Elbow Armor (for Repair II) Interchangeable Shin-Guards (for Repair II), GN Drive (Activated Mode) Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10401 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
Robot Spirits - Belial/ ROBOT? ?SIDE AS?Plan1055 ???? Leonard’s personal Arm Slave from FULL METAL PANIC joins the ranks of the Robot Spirits high-end action figure line-up. Overseen by mecha designer Kanetake Ebikawa, this is the first action figure recreation of this intrepid Plan-1055 Belial Arm Slave. Action figure set features a Tamashii STAGE Act.5 that allows for recreation of aerial scenes from the anime. Action figure set features Israihan Bone Bow, interchangeable arm 40mm machine gun accessory, and special Tamashii STAGE Act.5 display stand. Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: October 2013 Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥4,725 (Japan, Tax Included), $44.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112781932 SKU: BAN78193 ? The set includes Belial Figure Interchangeable Left/Right Hands Israihan Bone Bow Interchangeable Arm 40mm Machine Gun Tamashii STAGE Act.5 Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10412 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
Robot Spirits - Testament Gundam/ ROBOT? ?SIDE MS??????????? The special operations mobile suit from GUNDAM SEED DESTINY ASTRAY joins the Robot Spirits advanced robot action figure line-up with special bonus parts and figure original gimmick parts. Boasting stunning proportion and superior articulation, this deluxe robot figure set features two types of Beam Gun/Revolver employed on Kaite Madigan’s Testament as a special bonus. This set also features a special Divine Striker Pack option part/interchangeable gimmick that can be attached to the previously released Robot Spirits Aile Strike Gundam. Set also features accessories and option parts for "Trikeros Kai" Offensive/Defensive System, two beam sabers, and four interchangeable hand parts. Product Size: Height Approximately 125mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: October 2013 Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥5,040 (Japan, Tax Included), $47.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112819321 SKU: BAN81932 ? The set includes Testament Gundam Figure 4 Left and Right Interchangeable Hands 2 Beam Sabers "Trikeros Kai" Offensive/Defensive System Parts 2 Beam Gun/Revolvers Divine Striker Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10402 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
S.H.Figuarts - Kamen Rider Wizard Infinity Style/ ??????????? ????????????
Kamen Rider Wizard Infinity Style joins the S.H.Figuarts Kamen Rider line-up with shiny metallic coating and extensive use of clear parts in what is nothing less than sheer action figure brilliance. In addition to advanced S.H.Figuarts articulation to enable dynamic posing of intense action scenes, this deluxe action figure set features a full array of accessories such as axe caliber; in addition to interchangeable robe, belt, buckle, and 5 sets of hand parts. For complete specs and high-res photos please see the S.H.Figuarts Toei Hero figures article on SciFi Japan.
S.H.Figuarts - Kamen Rider Abyss/ S.H.Figuarts ?????????
The popular Kamen Rider that appeared in the Ryuki world in the MASKED RIDER DECADE series joins the S.H.Figuarts series with a full array of accessory parts, including Abyss Saber and Abyss Claw. Card deck, advent cards, interchangeable hand parts, and special display stand. For complete specs and high-res photos please see the S.H.Figuarts Toei Hero figures article on SciFi Japan.
S.I.C. - Kamen Rider Punch Hopper & Kick Hopper/ S.I.C. ?????????????????????
Kick Hopper and Punch Hopper from MASKED RIDER KABUTO join the S.H.Figuarts series as a deluxe double figure set. The “Hellish Brothers” are recreated in meticulous detail, and rendered with composite PVC, ABS and diecast materials. Figures feature advanced articulation that even extends to the respective kick and punch crank joints. A full-array of accessory parts including special kick and punch effect parts, “Hellish Brother” ramen noodle set, Hopper Zecter, and interchangeable hand parts are included. For complete specs and high-res photos please see the S.H.Figuarts Toei Hero figures article on SciFi Japan.
FiguartsZERO - Roronoa Zoro (Battle Ver. Rengoku Onigiri)/ ???????ZERO ??????? -Battle Ver.?????- Roronoa Zoro rejoins the ONE PIECE FiguartsZERO Battle Version high-detail statue line-up portrayed as he appeared in the New World Story Arc executing his “Rengoku Onigiri” finishing technique. Clear parts applied or slash effects and smoke at feat areas are recreated with clear parts for enhanced realism. This high definition sculpt figurine set also features three sword accessories and special display stand. Product Size: Height Approximately 170mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: October 2013 Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥3,675 (Japan, Tax Included), $34.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112816917 SKU: BAN81691 ? Set Contents Roronoa Zoro Figure 3 Interchangeable Swords Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10374 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
Armor Girls Project - Origami Tobiichi/ ?????????????? ???? The doll-like but vindictive human girlfriend of the main character in the light novel, game, and anime series DATE A LIVE joins the Armor Girls Project (AGP) mecha meets girl high-end action figure series. Elegant proportion, fluid articulation, and an extensive array of option parts are featured in this latest AGP title. To top it off, this deluxe action figure set not only includes a full array of arsenal accessory parts and interchangeable face, armor and hand parts; but will also feature an original Japanese short story insert from the author himself, Koshi Tachibana. Product Size: Height Approximately 150mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: October 2013 Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥7,140 (Japan, Tax Included), $66.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112814159 SKU: BAN81415 ? Set Contents Origami Tobiichi Figure Interchangeable Hair 2 Interchangeable Faces 4 Interchangeable Right Hands 4 Interchangeable Left Hands Backpack Missile Launcher Missile Launcher Trigger Missile Hatch Parts Armor Lumbar Weapon Latch Parts Rifle Missile Hatch Parts Saber Spike Saber Left/Right Leg Armor Rifle Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10411 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
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. Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: October 2013 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
Robot Spirits - #91 ARX-8 Laevatein/ ROBOT? ARX-8 ??????
Due to popular demand Tamashii Nations is proud to announce a limited re-issue of Robot Spirits #91 ARX-8 Laevatein from FULL METAL PANIC! Product Size: Height Approximately 125mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: October 2013 Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥4,725 (Japan, Tax Included), $44.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112633200 SKU: BAN63320 ? Set Contents Laevatein Figure Demolition Howitzer Melara Boxer 2 Monomolecular Cutter Anti-Tank Dagger Left/Right Fairy`s Feathers Left/Right Sub-Arms Head Radiator Effect Parts Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/1478 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
FiguartsZERO - Tony Tony Chopper (New World Ver.)/ ???????ZERO ??????.?????(???Ver.)
Due to popular demand Tamashii Nations is proud to announce a limited re-issue of Figuarts ZERO Tony Tony Chopper (New World Ver.) from ONE PIECE. Product Size: Height Approximately 60mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: October 2013 Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥1,365 (Japan, Tax Included), $12.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112675729 SKU: BAN67572 ? Set Contents Tony Tony Chopper Figure Interchangeable Right Arm Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/1609 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
Saint Cloth Myth EX - Sagittarius Aiolos/ ???????EX ???????????
Due to popular demand Tamashii Nations is proud to announce a limited re-issue of Saint Cloth Myth EX Sagittarius Aiolos from SAINT SEIYA. Product Size: Height Approximately 180mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: October 2013 Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥6,825 (Japan, Tax Included), $72.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112701671 SKU: BAN70167 ? Set Contents Sagittarius Aiolos Figure 4 Interchangeable Faces 4 Interchangeable Left Hands 5 Interchangeable Right Hands Cape Wings Object Parts Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/1743 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
Saint Cloth Myth EX - Display Stage/ ???????EX ????????????
Due to popular demand Tamashii Nations is proud to announce a limited re-issue of the SAINT SEIYA Saint Cloth Myth EX Display Stage. Product Size: 95 x 145 x 8mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: October 2013 Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥2,100 (Japan, Tax Included), $21.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112704061 SKU: BAN70406 ? Set Contents 3 Bases 4 Base Connection Parts 3 Long Figure Support Posts 3 Short Figure Support Posts 3 Long Effect Parts Support Arms 3 Short Effect Parts Support Arms 3 Large Figure Clip Arms 3 Small Figure Clip Arms 3 Punch Effect Parts 6 Foot Impact Effect Parts 6 Background-Mount Support Parts Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/1596 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com
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