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Toy Review: Genesis Emen Iori Yagami KOF XIV (DLC Costume Ver.)

2022-01-07T07:00:00.003+08:00

Genesis Emen released its latest King Of Fighters 14 character figure with Iori Yagami. The figure dons his signature classic costume similar to the KOF 14 DLC. Iori sports its 3-button suit with a crescent moon at the back, tassels tied in between knees and buckles seen on the neck and trousers. These with a match pair of brown shoes to complete. The fabric is a mix of cotton and synthetic fibers which amazingly presents a silky texture. Read more »

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts ant-man (Avengers Endgame)

2019-09-30T05:17:00.000+08:00

The S.H. Figuarts Ant-man based on the movie Avengers Endgame hasn’t changed much since when we last saw this figure in line with Ant-man and the Wasp series. But there are only 2 main features that separate this from the previous releases. Firstly, the set has now the helmetless version with Paul Rudd’s facesculpt. There are 4 hands on this set including similar holding hands for the ant and the helmet version. But this time when you look closer on the goggles, you can see that the eyes are sculpted inside.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Broly (Super)

2019-09-28T09:26:00.000+08:00

Broly comes back in his 3rd time for S.H. Figuarts for the same movie Dragon Ball Super Broly. This version is somewhat a powered down version before he turns into legendary mode. He has still a full Saiyan armor and the green cloth wrapped around his waist. However this version is smaller than full power and almost the same scale as Goku.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Broly Full Power (Dragon Ball Super - Broly)

2019-09-26T08:11:00.000+08:00

Broly’s latest form – full power makes its way to the S.H. Figuarts in conjunction to the Dragon Ball Super movie simply entitled Broly. The figure now has an updated joint system, an improvement from the first release which I will put into detail later. The set only has 4 extra hands and 2 face expressions that you can switch around by removing the bangs first just like any other SHF Dragon Ball figure.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Broly (Broly - The Legendary Super Saiyan)

2019-09-25T12:23:00.000+08:00

S.H. Figuarts continues to keep up with their Dragon Ball Z line up with the release of Broly, based from the movie Dragon Ball Z: Broly - The Legendary Super Saiyan. This form was his ultimate Berserk state in the said movie. Similar to the movie, he has white eyes, white pants with a red sash draped around his waist and secured by a yellow belt with a blue gem-center.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Captain America (Avengers Endgame)

2019-09-20T08:10:00.001+08:00

S.H. Figuarts brings back, hopefully the final version of Captain America in line with the movie Endgame. In terms of the overall design, not much has changed as it resembles closely to his Civil War version or even from Age of Ultron. The difference is only the chain mail/linked scales on it; however, the scales were now exposed.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Thanos (Avengers Endgame)

2019-09-19T07:37:00.000+08:00

The tyrannical titan gets hopefully its final look in the S.H. Figuarts Marvel series. Thanos’ look is a step back having a full armor similar to his entry in the Infinity War movie. The figure face sculpt hasn’t changed which makes sense to be more cost effective for Bandai. Some of the parts are hard PVC while some will have a more flexible plastic make.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Ultraman - The Animation -

2019-09-18T07:40:00.000+08:00

Bandai reaches back to its fans with an updated version of the warrior of light with the S.H. Figuarts Ultraman from the animated series aired in Netflix. The difference is overall tweaks to the suit compared between the manga and anime version. There are more red paint applications covering some of the parts and the jewel on the chest seems smaller. Some will consider this form as his B-Type.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Ant-man and Ant (Ant-man and the Wasp)

2019-09-16T08:12:00.000+08:00

Ant-man gets an updated version for the S.H. Figuarts line as part of the Ant-man and the Wasp series. The suit has changed from the deep red colors mold on the shoulders even the transparent goggles. Bandai only added an additional pair of extra hands in order to hold on to the ant.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Ant-man (Captain America: Civil War)

2019-09-13T08:23:00.001+08:00

The S.H. Figuarts Ant-man based from the movie Captain America Civil War is the first version released for the said toy line. It is actually the upgraded version from Hank Pym’s version back in the day. You already got the signature helmet and the iconic suit but what is missing are the buttons on the wrists to activate the Pym particles to change his size. Unfortunately, the set on has a pair of hands and a smaller version of the hero which the height is not more that the nail on your thumb.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider 2 Shinkocchou Seihou

2019-09-12T08:04:00.000+08:00

Out of the box, unlike Kamen Rider 1, you need to attach one of the scarf joints on to the neck ball joint to complete Kamen Rider Nigou’s look and feel. The figure has some similarities to Kamen Rider 1, but aside from the color change to red, there are creases and folds on the body not found between the figures. The set includes and additional scarf joint, a pair of antenna spares, 8 hands and a clasped version where you are able to shake hands between Kamen Rider 1 and Kamen Rider 2.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Star Lord (Avengers: Infinity War)

2019-09-11T08:06:00.000+08:00

Star Lord comes back to S.H. Figuarts now in line with the movie, Avengers Infinity War. There a just a few slight difference between Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 version as to the Infinity War version. Entire mold and head sculpt is still the same but with slight changes such as the color of the pants, and the graphics on the shirt has been replaced with a grey one.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Vega (Balrog) Street Fighter V

2019-09-10T08:04:00.002+08:00

Before I continue on with the review, you need to attached the end of his cloth near the right side of his waist. The S.H. Figuarts Vega is the 10th figure released for the said line but for Street Fighter V. However, this figure has a classic look, taking its cue since his debut in Street Fighter 2. Vega or Balrog in Japan, sport his signature his claw, wears a purple and yellow ceremonial pants, a red sash, loafers, and white leggings of a matador. Finally, on his chest is the purple snake tattoo. You can even remove the mask but only reveals the eyes underneath, the rest remains blank.

Toy review: S.H. Figuarts Iron Man Mark XX Python (Iron Man 3)

2019-09-09T08:25:00.001+08:00

After the release of Mark 85, Bandai backtracks a bit with the release of the S.H. Figuarts Iron Man Mark XX aptly called Python. Python is almost repainted version of Mark VII and was featured in the movie Iron Man 3 during the final battle and was later destroyed during the Clean Slate Protocol. The most noticeable feature will be its Black and Gold color design on its armor plating similarly to the previously released S.H. Figuarts Mark 3 black edition. I’ll compare this with Mark VII in the video review. It also has the thruster flaps that move up and down.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Star Lord (Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2)

2019-09-06T07:09:00.000+08:00

Star Lord aka Peter Quill, debuts in the S.H. Figuarts MCU line based in the movie, Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 2. Rocking in a leather outfit, the figure also has the iconic graphic shirt with the words “Gear Shift” in Kyln language. Out of the box, you will have the head sculpt of Chris Pratt as default.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Amazon (Shinkocchou Seihou)

2019-09-05T08:05:00.000+08:00

Kamen Rider Amazon gets another take as part of the S.H. Figuarts Shinkocchou Seihou project. Before we start, you need to attach one of the available scarfs on to the neck of the figure. Amazon now has crisp colors and some new twists on the articulation which I will detail later during this video review. Amazon still retains the moving mouth gimmick similar to its first release. His Gigi Armlet is now more detailed versus the first release.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Zamasu -Potara-

2019-09-04T07:55:00.000+08:00

It is inevitable that we get the Zamasu following Goku Black’s release in the S.H. Figuarts. Zamasu Potara version or also called Fused Zamasu has the combined characteristics of Goku Black and Zamasu. The figure has features seen on the anime such as Gowasu's green Potara earrings on both ears and Supreme Kai's clothing while having a mix features of Goku and Zamasu.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Zi-O Decade Armor

2019-09-03T07:43:00.001+08:00

Another Zi-O form takes center stage in S.H. Figaurts line up with the Decade Armor. Similar to the show, the form resembles both Decade’s base and final form. It also feature’s the Decade Head Gear’s VR unit that resembles a Rider Card and shoulders and chest that reads Kamen Rider Decade’s name. The figure has the Zi-O Drive with the attached Decade Watch. Just like the show, the Zi-O driver rotates, all of the watches can be removed from their slots and can be put on the Decade watch.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Decade Neo Decadriver Shinkocchou Seihou

2019-09-02T08:17:00.002+08:00

Destroyer of Worlds returns to the S.H. Figuarts Shinkocchou Seihou line as now updated with the NeoDecadriver. This version of Kamen Rider Decade has a darker shade of magenta while retaining the same body type. His NeoDecadriver has all 18 Heisei rider emblems arranged from Kuuga to Build in clockwise position and the actual holder for the driver has changed from grey to black.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Spider-man Far From Home Upgraded Suit Ver.

2019-08-30T06:49:00.000+08:00

Bandai Tamashii Nations released its 2nd S.H. Figuarts Spider-man offering in line with the movie Spiderman Far From Home. This time despite almost having the same body type as Homecoming, the upgrade suit has a darker shade of red and blue. Spider emblems have been changed both front and back, and the torso has a more defined muscle tone.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Spiderman Far From Home

2019-08-29T08:03:00.000+08:00

S.H. Figuarts Spiderman Far From Home is Bandai’s reintroduction of the character after the events of Avengers Endgame. Color, mold and everything in between on the figure is an exact copy from Spiderman Homecoming. So do not expect anything new to this.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Spiderman Homecoming

2019-08-28T07:57:00.000+08:00

Spiderman Homecoming version is the character’s introduction to the S.H. Figuarts line. The suit and color is a familiar site especially to long-time fans but the highlight is the textured webbing that is a good to the touch both front and back.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Black Panther (Avengers: Infinity War)

2019-08-27T08:01:00.001+08:00

Black Panther returns in the S.H. Figuarts line now with some changes as seen in the movie Avengers Infinity War. In this version, The entire body has a sleeker vibranium feel and the texture is more refined with lesser lines and more fine webbing. The head is more panther-like, the neckline has shorter Wakadan accents but these are longer on the forearms, shin and even the feet. We will be comparing this more in the video review.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Black Panther (Captain America: Civil War)

2019-08-26T08:25:00.001+08:00

The King of Wakanda has been immortalized in S.H. Figuarts form based in the movie Captain America: Civil War. The figure’s design was molded from his Panther Habit suit as seen on his first appearance in the MCU. The body texture is a mix of both coarse and smooth to features making this a more intricate figure to make in the S.H. Figuarts line. Unfortunately, the set only comes with 2 pairs of hands.

Toy Review: S.H. Figuarts Hardboilder 2.0

2019-08-23T07:48:00.000+08:00

Before the Skullboider had a makeover in S.H. Figuarts we have the Hardboilder, Kamen Rider W’s main vehicle to match for the Shinkocchou Seihou line even it doesn’t say that it is. But it is implied with Kamen Rider W Shinkocchou Seihou version on the box. Modeled after the Honda CBR1000RR motorcycle, the changes from the original Hardboilder are height and length, the back seat pan is flatter paint applications are closer from to actual car paint. The bike still has working parts such as the kickstand, the spring at the back wheels and the fork moves left to right. This has a hole at the bottom to insert the Tamashii arm but his is not included in the set. What is included is a small transparent stand for the rear wheel.