Kotobukiya’s first entry into Prince of Tennis World. Fans should be happy as the figure looks really nice, both sculpt and paint wise. I’m sure it’s not the last boy from the time we’re gonna get.
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Origin: Shin Tennis no Ouji-sama
Character: Echizen Ryouma, Karupin
Company: Kotobukiya (Manufacturer)
Artist: Tatsuya Hattori (Sculptor)
Price: 6800 Yen
Release date: 2013/09
Run: Standard
Scale: 1/8
Dimensions: H=210 mm
[Order at: Play-Asia | Plamoya]
Hatsune Miku can be considered the most successful Vocaloid ever made judging by the sheer number of figures based on her character. This time we’ve got another one, from Max Factory, which in fact is a 3rd figure in line based on the 7th Dragon 2020 game designs. You may like it, you may hate it but if you hesitate just for a moment she will soon be gone.
Figure Stats
Origin: 7th Dragon 2020
Character: Hatsune Miku
Company: Max Factory (Manufacturer)
Artist: Shining Wizard @ Sawachika (Sculptor)
Price: 11238 Yen
Release date: 2014/01
Run: Standard
Scale: 1/7
Dimensions: H=245 mm
[Order at: Play-Asia | Plamoya]
Alter’s Melty is probably one of the most awaited Shining based character to date. With a number of delays the figure has faced so far we’re not even sure if it’s gonna be released this month, as promised. However, after putting production issues aside who can not melt by only looking at this gorgeous figure of a little witch sitting on a very big ice-cream. Fingers crossed for anyone who has already pre-ordered her that you’re gonna get her soon. Remember to post lots of photos of her 
Figure Stats
Origin: Shining Hearts
Character: Melty de Granite, Sorbet
Company: Alter (Manufacturer)
Artist: Hane Motokatsu (Sculptor)
Price: 11000 Yen
Release date: 2013/09
Run: Standard
Scale: 1/8
Dimensions: H=250 mm
[Order at: Play-Asia | Plamoya]
As expected it didn’t take Kotobukiya long with a 2nd entry. We know that a 3rd boy is already in the making as well but that’s something for a completely different entry. After Echizen we’ve got Atobe Keigo who’s pose is very dynamic. If the final product retains all the qualities seen on this prototype we’re in for another great figure of a male character.
Figure Stats
Origin: Shin Tennis no Ouji-sama
Character: Atobe Keigo
Company: Kotobukiya (Manufacturer)
Artist: Tatsuya Hattori (Sculptor)
Price: 6800 Yen
Release date: 2013/11
Run: Standard
Scale: 1/8
Dimensions: H=210 mm
[Order at: Play-Asia | Plamoya]
It’s time for the little sisters to shine. Araragi Karen blocks the road, if you want to pass through, you’d have to defeat her first. Crafted loyally according to the cover illustration on the first Blu-ray disc of the Nisemonogatari series, the figure captures the energy and boldness that characterizes Karen.
Figure Stats
Origin: Nisemonogatari
Character: Araragi Karen
Company: Good Smile Company (Manufacturer)
Artist: Tokunaga Hironori (Sculptor)
Price: 11238 Yen
Release date: 2013/08
Run: Standard
Scale: 1/8
Dimensions: H=235 mm
[Order at: Play-Asia | Plamoya]
If you love anime figures and don’t want to pay too much for them, then this corner is for you
Let’s start with the following high quality figures you can have for half a retail price or even less
1 Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Madoka Kaname [Ultimate Ver.]
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2 Excellent Model – Aquarion Evol [Crea Drosera]
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4 Jingai Makyo – Ignis of the endless winter
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5 Magical Record Lyrical Nanoha Force: Nanoha Takamachi [CW-AECCOX Fortress]
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The rumored Sailor Moon comeback has been pushed back again but this doesn’t change the fact that many companies are already monetizing on the nostalgia. It shouldn’t come as any surprise that one of those companies is Bandai, something tells me they own like half of the anime market in Japan.
This time we get an action figure which allows to recreate most of the memorable poses. Don’t think it’s the last sailor scout to come, the rest is already lining for your money.
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Origin: Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon
Character: Usagi Tsukino, Luna
Company: Bandai (Manufacturer)
Price: 4200 Yen
Release date: 2013/08
Run: Standard
Dimensions: H=140 mm
[Order at: Play-Asia | Plamoya]
Unquestionably, one of the most popular anime heroines of late. Mikasa is first to be made into a cute little nendoroid despite her not so cute character. Taking Shingeki no Kyojin’s popularity into consideration it’s not the last figure of her to be expected. Do you have your favourite characters you would like to see next?
Figure Stats
Origin: Shingeki no Kyojin – Attack on Titan
Character: Mikasa Ackerman
Company: Good Smile Company
Price: 3710 Yen
Release date: 2014/01
Run: Standard
Dimensions: H=100 mm
[Order at Play-Asia | Plamoya]
A new figure featuring Senjougahara Hitagi from Kotobukiya. This time she’s in a relaxed pose sitting on a chair, something different from the usual scissors and rulers all around her. She comes with an extra arm and alternative hair piece.
Figure Stats
Origin: Nisemonogatari
Character: Senjougahara Hitagi
Company: Kotobukiya
Price: 9000 Yen
Release date: 2014/01
Run: Standard
Dimensions: H=150 mm
[Order at Play-Asia | Plamoya]
1 Muv-Luv Alternative Total Eclipse: Takamura Yui -gekka- Ver. 1/7 PVC Figure
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2 Character Vocal Series 02 Kagamine Rin 1/8 PVC Figure
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3 Rebuild of Evangelion – Shikinami Asuka Langley [Test Suit] (Polystone Figure)
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4 Oreno Imouto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai – Kirino Kousaka Standing Pose Ver.
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5 Shining Blade – Elmina Roderia (PVC Figure)
60%OFF 27$
Next year will start with Rin giving her all. She looks quite nice with all those frills. Her pose is very dynamic as well.
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Origin: iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls
Character: Shibuya Rin
Company: Good Smile Company
Price: 8381 Yen
Release date: 2014/01
Run: Standard
Dimensions: H=200 mm
[Order at: Plamoya]
Japan is well known for putting different prominent characters in ambiguous situations as well as creating different representation of those. Let’s take king Arthur for example, yeah, most of you probably know he was…a man, not a woman but what do we have here? a blond loli in a frilly dress with ribbons posing as king Arthur?
so it seems! I’m not too familiar with the source material, google says it’s a game of some sort – wouldn’t been least surprised if by game they meant eroge. Putting all the controversy aside I must say that I’m kinda intrigued by the design and production quality of this piece. She’s really stunning and beautiful. Definitely on my want list.
Figure Stats
Origin: Eiyuu Senki
Character: King Arthur
Company: Gift
Price: 9333 Yen
Release date: 2013/11
Run: Standard
Scale: 1/8
Dimensions: H=200 mm
[Order at: Plamoya]
Shinku, probably the most popular doll from the show, will grace our homes in nendoroid form around December. She’s really cute and even comes with her suitcase.
Figure Stats
Origin: Rozen Maiden
Character: Shinku
Company: Good Smile Company
Price: 4571 Yen
Release date: 2013/12
Run: Standard
Dimensions: H=100 mm
[Order at: Plamoya]
Franky seems to be quite popular with boys and girls thus we shouldn’t be surprised that Bandai is trying to cash in on his popularity. Another figure of him coming our way towards the end of the year.
Figure Stats
Origin: One Piece
Character: Franky Shogun
Company: Bandai
Price: 3800 Yen
Release date: 2013/12
Run: Standard
Dimensions: H=200 mm
[Order at: Plamoya]
This is one of a hell of a Bride! Momo is looking so girly and so sexy, despite her not wearing much she doesn’t come out as vulgar. Great addition to a collection of any fan not only of the To LOVEru itself but also cute anime girls.
Figure Stats
Origin: To LOVEru Darkness
Character: Momo Belia Deviluke
Company: Max Factory
Price: 9333 Yen
Release date: 2013/12
Run: Standard
Scale: 1/6
Dimensions: H=250 mm
[Order at: Plamoya]
Madoka looks to be as popular as ever. With a brand new movie on the horizon telling new adventures of the mahou shoujo wannabes, be it willingly or not. No wonder GSC is ready to provide us with a new figure of the main heroin. The figure itself looks really nice, so calm and graceful and if you had any doubts, don’t, it’s selling out like hot pan cakes everywhere.
Figure Stats
Origin: Gekijouban Mahou Shoujo Madoka★Magica
Character: Kaname Madoka
Company: Good Smile Company
Price: 8381 Yen
Release date: 2014/01
Run: Standard
Scale: 1/8
Dimensions: H=190 mm
[Order at: Plamoya]
Levi is probably the most hyped character of the big hit anime Shingeki no Kyojin, known also under Attack on Titan to western audience. Believe it or not but he’s even more popular than the ladies. Sentinel was the first company to announce a figure of this character, good for them. He’s looking all right I think – more true to his manga design than anime one but still quite a good piece of work. Love the detail on him.
Figure Stats
Origin: Shingeki no Kyojin – Attack on Titan
Character: Levi
Company: Sentinel
Price: 8000 Yen
Release date: 2014/01
Run: Standard
Scale: 1/8
Dimensions: H=200 mm
[Order at: Plamoya]
Words can’t really describe this figure. It’s one of the sexiest pieces of plastic I’ve seen to date. I have to admit that Fire Emblem games I had a pleasure to play did not feature such sexy ladies as part of its gameplay, guess lots must have changed since then. Two well known companies are involved in the production which guarantees success!. Can’t wait to see her.
Figure Stats
Origin: Fire Emblem: Kakusei
Character: Sallya
Company: Good Smile Company/Max Factory
Price: 10286 Yen
Release date: 2013/12
Run: Standard
Scale: 1/7
Dimensions: H=205 mm
[Order at: Plamoya]
Black Friday may be already gone but there are still a lot of interesting discounts here and there on many great figures. Why not take advantage of them on Sunday.
1 Magical Record Lyrical Nanoha Force: Nanoha Takamachi [CW-AECCOX Fortress]
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2 BASTARD!! – Arshes Nei PVC Figure
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3 Portrait.Of.Pirates – ONE PIECE Series NEO-EX ‘Whitebeard’ Edward Newgate Ver.0
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4 Miku Hatsune – Racing Miku -2012 ver.- PVC Figure
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5 DOG DAYS [Leonmitchelli Galette des Rois] (PVC Figure)
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6 Shining Ark: Panis Angelicus (PVC Figure)
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Hatsune Miku is sure to be the most popular Vocaloid of them all. It took them long enough not to release a RAH version of her but looks like somebody had decided it was time to change that. RAH figures are quite big with fabric clothes and lots of posing possibilities. She comes with interesting accessories and alternative expression. Sounds good? wait until you see the price tag.
Figure Stats
Origin: Vocaloid
Character: Hatsune Miku
Company: Medicom Toy
Price: 22762 Yen
Release date: 2014/01
Run: Standard
Scale: 1/6
Dimensions: H=295 mm
[Order at: Plamoya]
