Month: November 2013

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Nendoroid Suruga Kanbaru & Snow Miku 2014 Debut Event

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I recently had to add a extra blanket to my futon… it’s really starting to get chilly at night now! It’s nice and warm with my blankie though!

Today I’ve got a couple of topics to get through… but of course first up is my review of the Nendoroid I showed off briefly yesterday…

Nendoroid Suruga Kanbaru!

From the popular anime series ‘Bakemonogatari’ comes a Nendoroid of Suruga Kanbaru! Optional parts include one of the key items from Kanbaru’s story, the ‘Devil’s Paw’ as well as a basketball to show her off as the ace of the Basketball Club!

An entranced expression, a number of books and sitting parts are also included to pose her absorbed in her reading – all sorts of parts allowing you to recreate various scenes from the series! Be sure to display her with the other figures in the series to fully recreate the Bakemonogatari universe!

The third Nendoroid from Bakemonogatari, Kanbaru! ♥

Just this one photo makes her look like a sporty girl… but I’m sure most of us know she has many other sides to her than just that! She’s also a lovely, bright hentai-san! ＜●＞＜●＞!! Nom nom!

You can also display her with Nendoroid Hitagi Senjougahara to complete the…
Valhalla Combo!


This is how she looks from the back!


Her basketball is detailed down to the logo!


I’m sure the leggings under her skirt are also just as detailed! （/ω・＼) *peek*


Black leggings! (・∀・) Yay!!

I never really understood the appeal of short leggings like this until I met Kanbaru! She changed my mind though! ♥

However! Kanbaru comes with more extras than just her basketball!

First up… the Devil’s Arm!

This monkey-like arm plays some rather important toles in the ‘Suruga Monkey’ story… I can’t go into much detail here, but it’s definitely a part that had to be included with Kanbaru! (´□｀｡)

The hair-like appearance has been sculpted nicely, giving it a lovely mismatched appearance!

It’s a rather unusual part to be included with a Nendoroid! ((((；ﾟДﾟ))))

Unusual… but in a way that definitely suits Bakemonogatari!

(・∀・) “Ooh! Kanbaru! She’ll be up for preorder soon!”

We’re joined by Kanbaru’s planner, Otanaka-shi!

(・∀・) “Let me introduce my favorite expression part…!”


(・∀・) “Her confident laughing expression!”

Ooh! It suits her so well, particularly in this pose! （*´▽｀*）♥

(・∀・) “I don’t think there are many characters that this expression would work on… but it suits Kanbaru perfectly!”

Agreed! I think the expression will also suit her well posed with the basketball!


(・∀・) “I also recommend displaying her with Gahara-san!”


Ooh! You can really bring out Kanbaru’s playful side with this expression! ♪

(・∀・) “She also has another expression part!”


She looks completely entranced reading her lovely selection of books! ♥

(・∀・) “Yep! Using this expression you can pose her absorbed in her… ‘special’ books!”

This means you can take a similar pose to the scale figure of Kanbaru, based on the 3rd volume jacket illustration of the Blu-ray and DVD!

Not to mention that you get sitting parts! I love sitting parts!! ♪

(・∀・) “All the books in the photo above will be included with the Nendoroid!”


Five sets of three, two sets of two and a single… 20 closed books are included with the Nendoroid! Not to mention she also has one open book to hold!


I really like this expression! She really looks completely absorbed by the book…

(・∀・) “The books can be positioned around Kanbaru however you like! You can recreate her room with the books in all the right places!


(I almost couldn’t help myself from trying to look between those inviting legs…)

An exchangeable arm, sitting parts, two expressions and a load of books… I’m sure fans will be most satisfied! (*´Д｀)=з

(・∀・) “There is actually still one more optional part! An effect part!”

Ooh! This must be the B-Dash!


(・∀・) “Kanbaru is known as the ‘Godspeed Angel’, and these parts help show that in Nendoroid size!”

But, but…! If I can recreate the B-Dash, then I also want to recreate the 2nd story jump… and then I need a Nendoroid Koyomi Araragi! (´；ω；｀)

(・∀・) “… the other heroines are all planned for release! You can look forward to them!”

But if I don’t have Araragi-kun… how do I recreate the harem?!

(・∀・) “R-Right, well… I’m sure we’ll get to him at some point!”

I look forward to the good news of future Bakemonogatari Nendoroids! ♡

Also… ever since I saw that Devil’s Hand I’ve been waiting to attach a certain expression to her…!


Nendoroid Hibiki Tachibana’s frenzied expression to help recreate a certain scene from the anime! This is why Nendoroids are so much fun!! ♪

Nendoroid Suruga Kanbaru!


She’ll be up for preorder from the 19th November! ☆

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A also have good news for all our cycling Admirals!

GSR Gear’s
Kantai Collection -Kancolle-: Cycle Wear Series!


Along with cycling jerseys there are also bottles and handlebar caps! ♪


All the items above as well as a windbreaker and two back-pocket T-shirts are available in the set! The Rensouhou-chan handlebar caps are adorable!

Product details can be found here: http://gear.goodsmileracing.com/item_kankore.html

These items will be available for order on the 24th November at the Cycle Art Festival 2013! (Orders will be cash-on-delivery, payments will not be taken at the event.)

Be sure to visit the GSR Gear Booth if you visit the event! ☆

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Speaking of events! On the 17th November in Hokkaido…
Next year’s Nendoroid Snow Miku will be revealed!


At a special Snow Miku event, the 2014 Snow Miku prototype will be on display!

Details can be found on the following sites:
Snow Miku 2014: http://www.crypton.co.jp/mp/pages/special/snowmiku2014/
piapro Blog: http://blog.piapro.jp/

I’ll be sneaking off to Hokkaido myself for the event! ( -ﾉｪ-)

I’ll be reporting from the event whenever possible, so keep an eye out on my twitter for updates!

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Finally a quick notice! ♥

Tomorrow the entire series of ‘Genei o Kakeru Taiyou’ will be streamed on NicoNico Douga!


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Genei o Kakeru Taiyou Screening
Date: 16th November 2013 from 16:00JST
Program Name: Nico Nico Special: Genei o Kakeru Taiyou Screening
Official Site: http://www.geneitaiyo.com/
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The screening not only includes all thirteen episodes seen on TV, but also the 14th episode seen on the DVD and Blu-ray versions! Definitely worth the watch!

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼


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 （   ・∀・） .。0（The next blog update will be on Sunday from Hokkaido!*）
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*The Japanese blog will be updated on Sunday.
The English translation may be delayed till Monday! Sorry!

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

 
©西尾維新／講談社・アニプレックス・シャフト

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Nendoroid Hitagi Senjyogahara included in the Bakemonogatari Premium Item BOX!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I’ve always admired people who have awesome surnames like ‘Senjyogahara’. Whenever I see an epic surname in an anime, manga or novel I note it down for potential use in the future! I’m sure those like me with an overly standard surname can understand this… at least to a certain degree!

Today we’re taking a look at a Nendoroid included in the Bakemonogatari Premium Item Box that will be released on the 21st November…

Nendoroid Hitagi Senjyogahara!


Gahara-san!!! ♥♥

Just looking at her with that cunning sideways glance…
I can’t help but let our a little excited giggle!! (*´Д`)


This Nendoroid is only included with the Bakemonogatari Premium Item Box and isn’t going to be available as a separate item! You can find details about the Premium Item Box here: http://bookclub.kodansha.co.jp/kodansha-box/topics/nishioproject/

I’ll also be taking a look at some of the other items that are included with the Premium Item Box! Let’s start off with the packaging!

I-It’s a lot bigger than I expected!!

Let’s open it up and have a look inside!


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Bakemonogatari Premium Item Box Set Contents

· “Hitagi Figure” short story by Nisio Isin. *Not shown in the photo
· Nendoroid Hitagi Senjyogahara
· 3x clear posters illustrated by VOFAN, Akio Watanabe and Hajime Ueda.
· 3x tin badges illustrated by VOFAN, Akio Watanabe and Hajime Ueda.
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All sorts of goodies to enjoy!! ♡

This is how the packaging looks from the other side!

Anyway, let’s get back to reviewing the Nendoroid! ﾍ(ﾟ∀ﾟ*)ﾉ


This pose is my favorite!
Posed hiding a craft knife behind her back with a sly giggle! (*´ｪ`*)

This is how the packaging looks!


So many different pieces of stationery as well as ponytail head parts!!


Scissors, craft-knife, triangles and a stapler! All of them amazingly detailed! This should give you a good idea as to just how small they are! ♪


The stationery allows you to recreate this famous scene in Nendoroid size! The skirt for this pose is actually also a separate part!

The stationery bits have transparent circular connectors that allow them to connect onto the special skirt! ε=(｡・д・｡)


Hitagi comes with quite a large amount of delicate parts so be careful when attaching and removing them! Always try to press the parts in by holding onto the biggest piece of the part, like that circled in red here.

Next up we have the ponytail parts!

Ponytail Gahara-san is adorable!! （*´▽｀*）
This pose is a ‘I don’t have much time to talk with you, Araragi-kun” pose!

I’m sure some how you would have realized, but in that last photo…

The stand has a different shape any usual Nendoroid stands!


It connects into the back of her hair instead of her back!


This change of design was thought up by none other than Shuu-chan-senpai!
What made you decide on this change?

(・∀・) “One of the most important poses she can take is the famous stationery falling out the skirt pose… and seen that pose shows her back we didn’t want the stand to be sticking out!”

Ah-hah! That makes sense! (｀・ω・´)


I’ll be honest and say it was a little strange at first… but after a little while I got used to it and actually found it very easy to use!


She comes with different bent arms and legs too… allowing for all sorts of different poses! So much fun!! I tried to pose her in the famous ‘Shaft Angle’ by twisting her neck to the side a little… it kind of works!! ( -ﾉｪ-)ｺｯｿﾘ

The first of the Bakemonogatari Nendoroids… with more to come!

Nendoroid Hitagi Senjougahara


Included with the Bakemonogatari Premium Item BOX out on the 21st November!
*Note that this product was made-to-order and preorders are now closed.

Plus… tomorrow I’ll be taking a look at…
The other member of the Valhalla Combo!

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Finally a Live Broadcast Notice! ☆

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Kahotan Station: November Edition
Date: 26th November 2013 from 20:00JST
Channel: Good Smile Company Official Channel
NicoNico Page: http://live.nicovideo.jp/gate/lv159310935
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I’ll be taking a look at November products as well as taking a look at some upcoming December goodies! I think we can expect some KanColle girls…(ﾟ∀ﾟ)!

I hope you’ll join in on the fun!

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼


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Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

 
©西尾維新／講談社・アニプレックス・シャフト

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Miyazawa Model Exhibition!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I recently found a nearby convenience store selling canned Kombucha tea and couldn’t be happier! I never thought it would be so easy to get my hands on the lovely tea!

Anyway, today I headed through to Asakusa in order to attend the Miyazawa Model Exhibition! There were many goodies on display, such as the debut of this prototype!

Nendoroid Aegis: P3 Edition!

What is the Miyazawa Model Exhibition?

The Miyazawa model exhibition is a special event for distributors and companies involved in the industry to come together and discuss possible business opportunities and introduce their newest works! (｀・ω・´)

An overall view from the GSC display area!

The Kaname Madoka ~The Beginning Story / The Everlasting~ posters made the GSC area easy to find! They really stand out!

You can see this is a business event as everyone is wearing suits! For the most part GSC staff are normally always in casual clothes, but for business events like this everyone dressed up in (somewhat) formal outfits! The person at the very front of the picture is none other than Kyojin from the planning team! The planner behind the Attack on Titan Nendoroids and much more!

Let’s take a closer look at what’s on display!


This display area includes GSC, Max Factory, Phat!, FREEing and Penguin Parade’s newest products! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

Let’s take a closer look starting from the right side!

– Lamborghini Countach LP400 (Red) –


– Lamborghini Countach LP400 (Yellow) –


These Lamborghini’s are sculpted down to the absolute smallest of details…! You can find out more over on the GSR Hobby Division Facebook page!

Moving on we have the Nendoroid & Scale Corner!

The recently announced, Nendoroid Hunter: Female – Kirin Edition and Nendoroid Hunter: Female – Lagombi Edition! These two look great displayed together!! ♥

Now let’s take a look at some Nendoroid debuts!

– Nendoroid Suruga Kanbaru –


The third Nendoroid to join the ‘Monogatari’ series! Her spats look great! ★

– Nendoroid Aegis: P3 Edition –


A fully posable Aegis! Think of all the fun poses to put her in… I can’t wait to get my hands on her!

– Nendoroid Shizue (Isabelle): Winter Ver. –


Shizue is back again, this time with a new outfit! I’m looking forward to her expressions! ♥

– Nendoroid Saber Bride –


In the back you can also see a glimpse of the Red Saber!!
She’ll be on sale soon!!

Both Saber and Shizue only joined the exhibition a little late, but luckily they were there when I arrived! I really look forward to seeing all the optional parts and expressions for all four of these Nendos! As soon as I get the chance I’ll be taking a closer look at them on the blog! （*´▽｀*）

Speaking of Nendoroids I’m looking forward to…

– Nendoroid Levi –


I want to see him in that pose!! Hurry up and let me play with him!! ヾ(｡｀Д´｡)ﾉ

– Frau Kojiro –


She’s holding onto Gunvarrel in a very interesting pose… just look at those amazing legs… and socks!! ♥

All the items above are still in the sculpting stages and are likely to change… Frau and Levi of course still need color too… I can’t wait to see them painted!!

Let’s move onto Max Factory’s products! ♪

COMBAT ARMORS MAX 01:
1/72nd Scale Combat Armor Dougram and others!


Dougram is scheduled to be on sale from next month already! Even put together with no customization they look great… but if you really put some effort in you can add some damaged paintwork or customizations like on the middle Dougram! I look forward to trying myself! ☆

– figma Indiana Jones –


The famous archaeologist and adventurer! He looks ready for an adventure! ♡

– figma Chihaya Kisaragi –

Her singing expression is lovely! You can still place your orders for this idol until the 20th November at 21:00JST!: http://goodsmile.ecq.sc/maxfigjp00208.html

A recently released idol was also on display!

– figma Hatsune Miku 2.0 –


The first figma with the new joints allowing for even more poses than before! Not to mention all the extra parts such as angel wings!

Onto the new announcements…. from Berserk we have:

– figma Casca –


Apparently another expression part will be included with Casca… I’m sure it’ll make her look even more valiant!! figma Casca is scheduled to be announced soon! (In the background we also have Crystal Boy!)

I also grabbed a picture of this in-development figma! ☆
figma Guyver!


The details are magnificent… I look forward to seeing the painted version but even as an uncolored prototype he looks amazing!

Finally we have some new scale figures!
– Yozora Mikazuki: Catgirl Ver. –
– Sena Kashiwazaki : Catgirl Ver. – (Provisional Names!)


These two are not set, but are specially designed to be displayed together! They’re also designed to be displayed with the previously released Kobato Hasegawa and Maria Takayama to complete to joint four figure set! (｀・ω・´)

By the way… in the back you can see a glimpse of the figma Plus set! A school setting for your figmas!

The view from above is quite… impressive…! (ﾟＡﾟ;)

These are also scheduled for announcement soon, so keep your eyes on the GSC site! Next up we have Phat! Company’s goodies! ☆

The one that catches my attention most is definitely this one! （*´▽｀*）


Yakumo-san’s illustration is so cute I think she has sunk my heart into the depths of the seas!! I’m waiting for updates, Phat-san!

FREEing had a number of products on display that were not ready for photos, so I had to hold off from their section for now…(´；ω；｀)

Penguin Parade had this recently announced figure on display:
– Sword Art Online Fairy Dance Arc: Leafa –

I love it when figures bring out the atmosphere of the surroundings with a fancy base! It really adds so much to the figure!!(╹◡╹)♪

Let’s take a look at my favorite choices from other companies!

– MEDICOM TOY –

RAH: Mikasa Ackerman

– Ken Elephant –

Revoltech: Hello Kitty

– MOVIC –

The ‘Color-Cole’ Series!

– Takara Tomy –

‘koedarize 01’

– PLATZ –

‘THE BONSAI’ Series

– Echo Tech –

Ultrasonic Wave Cutter ZO-40

– Chara-Ani –

Ultra Twelve Heavenly Generals: Premium Version
Ultra Seven & Kaiju Doji Hen

These are planned and released by MEISTER JAPAN!


There were lots more goodies including railroad models, aircraft and plamodel… I sat staring at one of the model trains going round and round for ages without even realizing. Unfortunately the blog is already too long so I can’t add everything…

However all the GSC items that were on display at this business-only event will be on display at the GSC-Tetsujin Cafe! for awhile! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ

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Finally! The other day I announced the start of the Piapro x Good Smile Company collaboration project!

~Spring x Musical Instruments Illustration Contest~

Don’t forget to submit your entries!! ♥

The winning entries will be used for a vinyl pouch, vinyl pouch charm and other products and promotions to be released in 2014! Σ(ﾟ∀ﾟﾉ)ﾉ

More details can be found here: http://piapro.jp/official_collabo/2013gscspr

The entry period is from the 7th November – 18th November 2013 at 17:00JST! Your very own illustration has the chance to become an official product, so be sure to enter if you’re even the slightest bit interested! ﾍ(ﾟ∀ﾟ*)ﾉ

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼


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 （ ｀・ω・） .。0（Tomorrow you can expect oddities!!）
 （　う⊂ ）
 と＿）__）

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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Nendoroid Petite: Nanoha Takamachi Sacred Jacket & Vita!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Kahotan Facts! In primary school I was an avid collector of Pokemon cards! However I never actually played the card game with my cards… not even once! It was simply a collection for me!

But anyway, today I’m going to be introducing a product that will be in wholesale stores from the 25th November….

Nendoroid Petite:
Nanoha Takamachi Sacred Jacket & Vita!


From the social game ‘Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha INNOCENT’ comes cute Nendoroid petite figures of Nanoha Takamachi in her barrier jacket and Vita Yagami! Nanoha-san looks so confident and ready for anything! ♥


This is how she looks from the back! ♪


The skirt is billowing in a nice circular shape, and t he tiny little wings on light on her feet are so intricate for their size! ﾍ(ﾟ∀ﾟ*)ﾉ

Vita also has a rather serious expression on her face!


Her trademark hat, skirt and ribbon…
Even the fluffy hems of her skirt have such amazing detail!


Her hat can also be removed!


Their intelligent devices, ‘Raising Heart’ and ‘Graf Eisen’ can also be held and removed whenever you like! (・∀・)


Simply insert the handle section into their open hands! ★


*Brave Duel: Raise Up!*

Let’s take a closer look at the packaging! ヽ(*・ω・)人(・ω・*)ノ


There are some very important parts here!! ＜●＞＜●＞

The set comes with exchangeable expressions for both characters!


Having alternate expressions makes them seem more like Nendoroids than petites! It’s definitely quite rare to see alternate expressions included with Petites… even in sets! （*´▽｀*）

One example I can think of is the Nendoroid Petite: Racing Miku 2011 Ver. Set, but only Miku came with an alternate expression!

*Racing Miku with a serious expression, ready to race!*


*Racing Miku with tears of joy, having won the race!*


Anyway, my point is that Nendoroid Petite exchangeable expressions are not a very common thing to see… this makes The Nanoha and Vita set quite a rare set!

They’re also fairly well articulated even as petites – their arms and neck can be moved into various poses! ★


Just a few slight changes can make for a very different feeling! ♡


Their hair is also articulated for more dynamic poses!


It’s always nice to be able to match the hair up with the pose you’re trying to create! (*´Д｀)=з

Plus an extra bonus is also included with this set! ヽ(･ω･´(｀･ω･´)ﾉ｀･ω･)ﾉ


I’ve censored it in this photo, but inside the box you’ll find a serial code for use in the Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha INNOCENT social game! ♥


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Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha INNOCENT
Official Site: http://nanohain.com/
Smart Phone Site: http://sp.pf.mbga.jp/12010803
Feature Phone Site: http://pf.mbga.jp/12010803
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The serial code will get you these cards in game! ♪


‘Nanoha Takamachi [Nendo Nanoha-san] (R+)’ and
‘Vita Yagami [Nendo Vita-san] (R+)’!

You receive one of each of them with the serial code! You can input the serial code by finding the ‘Input Serial Code’ button on the bottom of the top page!


* Only available in Japan.
* Serial code is valid until the 28th February 2014 at 23:59.
* The code provides a digital item only. Cards are only usable in game.

 

Alternate expressions and a special code for players of the social game! ♪

Nendoroid Petite:
Nanoha Takamachi Sacred Jacket & Vita!

They’ll be in wholesale stores from the 25th November!!

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼


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 （ ｀・ω・）   .。0（Tomorrow I’ll take a look at the Miyazawa Model Exhibition & More!）
 （　つ旦）
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Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan
 
©NANOHA INNOCENT PROJECT

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Nendoroid Hunter: Female – Kirin Edition

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

‘Kirin’ means ‘giraffe’ in Japanese! I quite like giraffes! Although I think elephants… no wait… tortoises would have to be my best!! Either way, today we’re going to be taking a look at another Monster Hunter Nendoroid!

Nendoroid Hunter: Female – Kirin Edition! ♪

From the Nintendo 3DS exclusive game ‘Monster Hunter 4’ comes a Nendoroid of a female hunter wearing the Kirin equipment made from the ‘Phantom Brute’, Kirin! The armor set is easily one of the most popular in the series, and now it’s joining the Nendoroid series in cute chibi size!

Two weapons are included with the Nendoroid allowing you to switch between equipment – she comes with both the ‘Kirin Bolts’ dual swords as well as the ‘Dragon Bow Solar’ bow. A demonic face and effect parts can also be used together with the dual swords to pose her in demon form slashing away at her enemies, and a Felyne comrade is also included wearing Kirin equipment! Display them with the other Nendoroids in the series to truly bring out the Monster Hunter universe!

S-She’s rather sexy!! ♥♡♥


The Kirin armor is lucky enough to work under the law of reverse female armor – the more revealing it is the better defense it provides! ★


The front flap looks like it’s ready to flip up with the slightest breeze… in fact if you look close enough you’ll notice it’s already showing a little slight glimpse of what’s underneath…!

This is how she looks from the back! ♪


Even the pouch on her back has been faithfully included on the Nendoroid version! The same goes for her earring on the left ear! ♪


Lovely! （*´ω｀*） Simply lovely!! （*´∀｀*）


As with the other Monster Hunter Nendoroids she is also fully articulated allowing for cute poses like this one! The cute is only magnified by the adorable moe fang!! Beautiful!! ♥

Once again the main Nendoroid is not the only thing for fans to fall in love with… a Felyne comrade is included too! ♪


The Felyne comrade is also wearing Kirin equipment! (｀・ω・´)


… and also looks adorable from the back! （*´▽｀*）

Here I’ve posed the hunter silently approaching from the back…


(・∀・) “It really isn’t easy to get the Kirin equipment!!”

We’re joined by GSC’s resident Monster Hunter, Chanshuu-senpai!

(・∀・) “You need to go through all sorts of things to make it.. but it’s all worth it in the end!”

R-right…! (ﾟＡﾟ;)

(・∀・；) “Obviously not just for the looks! The defense is also good…!”

Right…

Anyway, the previous Monster Hunter Nendoroid Hunter: Female – Lagombi Edition included amazing weapons! Does the same go for today’s Nendoroid?

(・∀・) “Once again two complete weapons are included… first up we have the ‘Kirin Bolts'”

Ooh! The combination of the dual swords and Felyne Comrade looks great! ♡

(・∀・) “Together with them comes a demon face, perfect to display her fighting off the monsters with her dual swords!”


Oooh! This expression completely changes the atmosphere around her!! Σ(ﾟ∀ﾟﾉ)

(・∀・) “She’s not only cute and sexy! She can be a ferocious hunter too!”

It’s great to see that you’ve looked at all aspects of the character while planning the Nendoroid. I also have to add that the gradient on the swords looks amazing! ♪

(・∀・) “Ah. Right! We tried our best to bring out the epic colors!”

(・∀・) “There is actually one more part part included to make her demon form even more dramatic!”


Ooh! Effect parts for attacking with her swords! (｀・ω・´)

The part is a transparent plastic sheet that connects onto a special stand! It’s a little hard to see the gradient with this background, so let’s elsewhere!

There we go!!

That reminds me… the Lagombi Edition included a bottle of Demondrug… does the Kirin edition have one too?

(・∀・) “The Kirin edition includes ‘Dash Juice’ instead! You can of course swap the parts between them if you want!”

*Posed drinking the Dash Juice*


(・∀・) “The second weapon included this time around is the Dragon Bow Solar”


Ooh! Even the quiver at her hips is included! っ(σ・∀・)σ

(・∀・) “The quiver is swapped out for the pouch that you mentioned earlier!”

Cute, sexy and cool! ♡♡

Just like the Lagombi edition, she looks like a load of fun! ♪

(・∀・) “Plus displaying her with the other monster Hunter Nendoroids will allow for even more fun!”

The popular armor that is both cute, epic and filled with optional parts…!

Nendoroid Hunter: Female – Kirin Edition!

She’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow! ♪

／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼


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 （。・∀・）   .。0（I want both sexy (Kirin) and cute (Lagombi) together!!）
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Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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The ‘Kanmidokoro Mamiya’ Café Part 2 Menu, Dayo-san and More!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

My fleet headquarters in KanColle has reached Level 4!


With that said, today I’ll be taking a sneak peek at upcoming second menu of the KanColle Café! It starts from the 12th November! ♪


The last menu included meals such as the ‘Kitakami Jyuuraisou Green Curry’, ‘Ryuujou no Takoyaki Meal!’, Naka-chan set and ‘Yamato Parfait’… what will the new menu include?

(・∀・) “The new menu? I can answer that for you!”

Today we’re joined by Enon-shi from the Café MD team!

(・∀・) “First up we have the Shimakaze Plate!”


(・∀・) “A cheese cake with a chocolate ribbon shaped just like Shimakaze’s, and the strawberry sauce on the sides are made in the image of the tubes that the Rensouhou-chan cannons ride on!”

Oooh! Shimakaze has finally joined the menu!! (*´Д`)
The colors and shape alone make me know it will be delicious!

(・∀・) “This time we also made some meals that aren’t based on a single character, but instead focus on the fleets!”

The fleets? Such as…?

(・∀・) “Here we have the Destroyer Fleet #6 Donburi!”

(・∀・) “Each of the character’s hair colors were used to create this donburi! Ikazuchi is minced tuna, Inazuma is salmon, Akatsuki is nori and Hibiki is sardines! The placemat included with the order also includes all the girls!”


Oooh!! My very own fleet currently includes Ikazuchi and Inazuma!! I’m so glad to see them on the menu! Plus there is writing on the nori!! I don’t think I could bring myself to eat it!

(・∀・) “There is still more to come!!”

Eh! Tell me! Tell me!!


*An illustrative image of me bowing down to get more information

(・∀・) “Alright… I’ll pass on a little more info. First up we have the Shoukaku and Zuikaku Sortie Sandwich!!”

(・∀・) “The ham and cheese is based on Shoukaku’s hair and outfit, while the tomato, lettuce and egg is based on Zuikaku! Both have aeroplanes ready for launch!”

How can a sandwich have so much amazing thought put into it!! (ﾟＡﾟ;)

(・∀・) “And finally we have the Kongou Afternoon Tea Set!!


As expected of the British-born Kongou!! Σ(ﾟ∀ﾟﾉ)ﾉ　
A very extravagant tea set!!

(・∀・) “It’s based off the tea set seen within the game!”

Enjoy tea time just as Kangou always does! Once again the menu does not disappoint! It all looks super delicious! （*´▽｀*）

I also look forward to seeing what the other place-mats look like! ♪

(・∀・) “The drink menu will also be updated, so there is still more to look forward to!”

Those of you who watched the October Live Broadcast would have seen the little glimpse of figma Shimakaze… I also wonder how the Nendoroid of Akagi is going…

(・ω・) “She’s currently being checked by the publishers!”

It’s Kyojin from the planning team!

I’m glad to hear she’s coming along! I can’t wait to see the optional parts!

(・ω・) “The optional parts are rather different compared to Shimakaze. Fans are in for a load of fun!”

Will that be included…? ((o(´∀｀)o))

(・ω・) “It wouldn’t be Akagi without it!!”

Oooh! I can’t wait!!

(・ω・) “I’ll let you have a peek… but only from the back!”

Oooh!! ━━┌(｡Ａ｡┌ )┐━━!!!
Exactly what I was hoping for! I knew I could trust you, Kyojin!!

(・ω・) “Alright then… the very first appearance of Nendoroid Akagi’s prototype….!!”


Uwaaaa!!!

The quiver and bow already look incredible!! I want to see her from the front…!
and I want to take photos of her with a huge bowl of rice together with a prototype of Akatsuki…! ( -ﾉｪ-)

(・ω・) “Kan Colle goodies are being released not only by GSC, but Max Factory and Phat! Company as well! Fans have loads to look forward to!


Maybe we’ll get a better look on this month’s live broadcast? I’ll let everyone know as soon as the broadcast date is decided! (。´▽｀。)

To get back onto the original topic though… be sure to visit the GSC-Tetsujin Café next week for a brand new menu!

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For those of you who are in Akihabara or are nearby this weekend, I have some news! (｀・ω・´)


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Murakami’s Japan Journey: Final Day!
Date: 10th November 2013 11：00 – 17：00
Location: Volks Akihabara Showroom: Hobby Tengoku
Details: http://event.goodsmile.info/eigyo2013autumn/
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I can’t believe Murakami has already been all over Japan, but he and Mikudayo are coming to Akihabara this weekend to end the journey!


Note that Mikudayo may not make it to the event if there is poor weather! Times that she will be around will be announced at the event!

If you look close Dayo-san is shaking her left hand in this photo!! I don’t think she’s been to Akihabara for awhile so I think she’s quite excited! I hope the weather is good for her! ♡

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Plus I have one more bit of news related to Miku-san!

As of today, the Piapro x Good Smile Company collaboration project has begun once again! The details are as follows!

~Spring x Musical Instruments Illustration Contest~


This time around the theme for the collaboration is ‘Spring’ and ‘Musical Instruments’. The winning entries will be used for a vinyl pouch, vinyl pouch charm and other products and promotions to be released in 2014! Σ(ﾟ∀ﾟﾉ)ﾉ

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– Entry Types –
● Collaboration A: Vinyl Pouch
● Collaboration B: Vinyl Pouch Charm

Characters that can be used as well as the size are limited. Please see this page for more details: http://piapro.jp/official_collabo/2013gscspr (Japanese)

Note that all entries will be converted to CMYK color if changed into a product!

– Entry Dates –
● 7th November – 18th November 2013 at 17:00JST
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Some of the prizes include an original quocard of 50000 yen as well as Nendoroid Sakura Miku and an original post card. ♡

Unfortunately details are only available in Japanese, but check the official site below for more information: http://piapro.jp/official_collabo/2013gscspr

Your very own illustration can become an official product! ﾍ(ﾟ∀ﾟ*)ﾉ

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And finally..!!

From tomorrow the 9th November, ‘Patema Inverted’ opens in cinemas! ♡

– Story Summary –
A world, forever beyond your expectations. In a dark, cramped, underground world of endless tunnels and shafts, people wear protective suits and live out their modest hard and yet happy lives. The princess of the underground community, Patema, goes out exploring as always, inspired by her curiosity of the unknown depths of the world. Her favorite spot is the “danger zone”, an area forbidden by the “rule” of the community. Despite being frequently chastised by her caretaker Jii, she cannot hold back her curiosity for the reason behind the rule, because no one would tell her what the “danger” was. When she approaches the hidden “secret”, the story begins.
– Wikipedia

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Official Site: http://patema.jp/
Official NicoNico Channel: http://ch.nicovideo.jp/patema

You can watch the prologue and trailers on the website!
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I was lucky enough to get an early viewing and I have to say it was an amazing experience! There are not enough words for me to fully explain how great it was! ε=(｡・д・｡)

It really is hard to explain but thought the film you are filled with a constant feeling of excitement, and once it’s over you feel refueled and ready to take on anything!! I really loved it! The epic atmosphere of the world is brought out so nicely through a movie! It is a ‘boy meets girl’ story, but it’s also got quite a lot of adventure and excitement. Aww, I really can’t explain it well!! (´；ω；｀)

I’d definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoyed ‘Time of Eve’, but I also think it will appeal to a much wider audience as well! It’s such an enjoyable story!! I’d love to go into specific details but I don’t want to spoil anything…. you should go out and see it for yourself!! ★

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼


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 （。・∀・）   .。0（Hmm… my Monster Hunter sense is tingling again…!)
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 と＿）__）

Anyway, I hope to see you all again next week!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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Infinite Stratos 2 Café

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

When I was in middle school I had kendo classes during PE class! I still remember the first time I was swinging the bamboo sword around… I felt like a kendo master!! I also remember the equipment being really heavy though… ^^;

But anyway, today I went to visit the Infinite Stratos 2 Café currently taking place at the GSC-Tetsujin Café!


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Infinite Stratos 2 Café
Dates: 29th October – 17th November 2013
Location: Good Smile x Karaoke no Tetsujin Café
Details: http://www.gstjcafé.jp/theme_café/2501/
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I also brought these two along to enjoy the café with me!

Nendoroid Houki Shinonono and Nendoroid Cecilia Alcott – both Nendoroids released by Phat! Company! Another one of the characters was revealed as a prototype the other day… I can’t wait for her official announcement! As soon as I hear more I’ll let everyone know! ((o(´∀｀)o))

Anyway let’s warp ahead into the café! ☆

I was greeted by this lovely table mat featuring all five of the main heroines! As usual there were also a number of tapestries hanging from the ceiling!


The Infinite Stratos side of the café is on the far end of the café space. The area closest to the escalator is still the KanColle Café!

Obviously you can choose which side of the café you want, but you’re also free to look at the displays on either side no matter which you choose! ♪

Along the walls you’ll find a huge set of scene cuts from the most famous scenes of the anime! ﾍ(ﾟ∀ﾟ*)ﾉ

The customer notebook can be found on one of the tables near the center of the café! Be sure to leave your own note if you visit! ☆


Everyone who visits is free to page through and have a look at all the previous notes, as well as leave their own! There are some amazing illustrations inside!

Anyway, let’s order something to eat! It’s a perfect time for lunch so I’ll be ordering the following! ♪

◇ Cecilia’s Handmade Sandwich: This looked too interesting to not try!
◇ Houki’s Japanese Plate:　My love for Japanese sweets couldn’t resists!
◇ Schwarzer Regen: Laura is my favorite character! I had to try this!

Other items on the menu can be found at the official website:
http://www.gstjcafé.jp/theme_café/2501/

By the way, you don’t have to worry about pronouncing ‘Schwarzer Regen’ correctly when ordering!

Kahotan: “I’d like one uh.. Sch..sch…schwaru…”
Staff: “One Schwarzer Regen, coming right up!”
Kahotan: “Ah, yes. Thanks!”

The staff will figure it out if you kind of say it! (｀・ω・´；)　(*true story)

As usual any orders from the café come with a variety of goodies to take home, including place-mats, coasters and badges! （*´▽｀*）

I really hope I’ll get Laura’s badge when I try my luck later…!!

But for now, my drink and meal have arrived!


It’s blue… it’s really blue!! My sandwich is leaking blue!!

But before I try the blue mayonnaise, I’m going to start with Laura’s ‘Schwarzer Regen’ drink…


It’s delicious!! ♥♡

A mix of cola and lemonade with a cherry! The cherry made me rather happy!

The lemonade tends to sink down to the bottom of the glass a bit, so I recommend a good stir before drinking! Definitely a drink that suits my tastes! ♪

Anyway… time to move onto the blue sandwich!!
Cecilia looks rather excited that I’m trying it…!


Nomnom… ( ﾟдﾟ) Ah!

It tastes like a tasty, normal sandwich! (I mean that in a good way!)
It’s definitely not as… impactive as the Strawberry Oden I tried the other day…

The sandwich also includes cheese, tomato, egg and ham… making it both filling and delicious! ☆

The sandwich also comes with some crispy potato chips! I think the Schwarzer Regen drink goes very well with it! (・ω・*)

After I had finished my meal I called the staff back for them to bring my dessert. While waiting I had a little look around the café…


There was a Laura-styled bike on the stage!

I’ve never been on a bike like this, but after seeing this one I really want to!! I don’t use bikes much, so I think I would rather make my laptop or iPhone into Laura style instead though!

Dessert has arrived!

Two daifuku and three colored dango! Plus some Japanese tea! By some strange twist of fate the dango stick was the same size as Houki’s hand for holding her fencing stick! ♪


Unfortunately it was a bit too heavy for her to hold… (； ･`ω･´)

Anyway, time to eat!!

First off the dango… they were soft and delicious as dango should be!! Drinking Japanese tea and eating dango kind of got me feel like Spring had come early!!

Which daifuku should I eat first… red or white…?

Hey! What’s that Cecilia is holding in her hand?!


The coins to get my badges! I completely forgot!

I ordered three products from the menu which means I get three spins of the capsule machine! ☆

All I wish for is at least one Laura!! Give me on Laura!! (｀・ω・)っ


Yay!!! I got Laura!! She even matches with the coaster I received! ★
I also got Kanzashi and Houki badges to boot… not to mention Houki is wearing a swimsuit… (ΦωΦ)

A combination of cute girls, mecha and food!

The Infinite Stratos 2 Café!

Currently ongoing at the Akihabara GSC-Tetsujin Café!

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼


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 （。・∀・）   .。0（I wanna try the ‘Laura’s Schnitzel’ too!)
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 と＿）__）

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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Arthur

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at a figure that will be arriving at wholesale stores across Japan on the 18th November…

Arthur!


She’s adorable!! ♡♡

Arthur is one of the heroes from ‘Eiyuu*Senki’, known for her cute appearance and charismatic aura that make her an amazing idol! They also make for a wonderful figure that will be in stores soon! (｀・ω・´)


Her heart-shaped pupils look lovely! ♥

Plus just look at these amazing legs peeking out from her frilly skirt!


The photo certainly might be close… but you can’t see them!!
She is wearing some though!!

The line that joins her socks to her skin makes her skin look so amazingly soft and squishy!! Delicious! The big ribbon on her chest and the pink teddy bear have also been faithfully sculpted! （*´▽｀*）


They might not be big, but her breasts certainly have a lovely shape! The creases on her clothes in that area are simply fantastic as well! ＜●＞＜●＞

Plus there are still more ribbons to come!

As you’ll see from the back! ♪


Her curly hair is filled with ribbons from top to bottom! ♥


I wish it was real hair so I could feel it! It looks so soft! ﾍ(ﾟ∀ﾟ*)ﾉ


By the way, the microphone in her left hand can be removed… you could probably find some other similar sized items to have her hold instead! ( -ﾉｪ-)

The sculptor behind this lovely figure is Hiroshi (Sakurazensen)… the same sculptor that brought you figures such as the upcoming Kaname Madoka ~The Beginning Story / The Everlasting~ as well as the 1/8th scale Ultimate Madoka!

Orders for Kaname Madoka ~The Beginning Story / The Everlasting~ close at 21:00JST on the 20th November, so be sure you don’t miss out on yours!

– Ultimate Madoka –


Still as beautiful as ever…!!

As a side note, the last GSC Lab Blog was ‘Draw Ultimate Madoka Without Looking”. You can find it here, but unfortunately only in Japanese!
http://ameblo.jp/blog-shinsotsu2012/entry-11663296754.html

Another figure by the same sculptor is none other than…

Nendoroid Nozomu Itoshiki 1.5 &
Nendoroid Nozomu Itoshiki 1.5: Kouji Kumeta Color Ver.


The details on his scarf and expressions always amaze me! It’s quite interesting to look through all the products that a certain sculptor has worked on!! (ΦωΦ)

But let’s not forget today’s main feature…

Arthur!


She’ll be arriving at wholesale stores in Japan on the 18th November!

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼


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 （。・∀・）   .。0（Tomorrow I plan to sneak into the Infinite Stratos 2 Cafe!)
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 と＿）__）

Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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Nendoroid Ranka Lee

Kira~☆

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

“Ryuusei ni matagatte anata ni kyuukouka~ ♪ ah ah~ ♪”

One of my favorite Ranka songs! The lyrics mean “I’ll climb onto a meteor and swoop down to you”… although I don’t think I’d ever be able to do that, I can’t even take roller coasters, a meteor would be impossible!

Today I’m going to be taking a look at a figure that is scheduled to ship out from GSC on the 12th November…

Nendoroid Ranka Lee! ♪


Following on from Sheryl Nome comes another intergalactic songstress!
(She’s also the rather special Nendoroid #350!)

This is how the packaging looks!

The special base really stands out on a quick glimpse!


Simply attach the connector piece onto the bottom and it connects into a normal Nendoroid stand with ease!


Having the stage stand really brings out the atmosphere! （*´▽｀*）


Sheryl comes with a similar base, and this is how they look displayed together!


But let’s take a closer look at the Nendoroid itself…


In particular, pay close attention to her outfit! ﾍ(ﾟ∀ﾟ*)ﾉ


The ribbons all over her outfit have all been included with adorable detail! Another thing I love about this outfit is that is allows you to see…

Her bellybutton!! ♡


The edges of her top are all upturned allowing for a nice little peek at her cute tummy! It’s little details like this that I love to see on my Nendoroids! They’re important! Super important!! ♥

Her skirt is also fluttering up in a rather dynamic way!

At certain angles it might even get to the point that she is shows a little more than she means too… I’m sure all you gentlemen would never pose her like that though!

I actually really love the cute shape of her skirt! It’s also cute from the back! ♪

The orange bow in her hair has also been faithfully included in Nendoroid size! ♪

Various arm parts are included for all sorts of poses as well! I posed her as if she was pointing the microphone out to hear the voices of all her fans!! (｀・ω・´)

The famous “Everyone embrace each other! To the far end of of the Galaxy!” pose is also possible! ☆


Alternatively you can try a slightly more upset look!


The shouting expression can also be used to pose her singing her heart out! ♪


There are all sorts of different options for you to try! ヽ(●´∀｀)○´∀｀)ﾉ

Pose her together with Nendoroid Sheryl Nome and recreate the galactic stage right on your desk!! ♡

Nendoroid Ranka Lee!


She’ll be shipping out from GSC on the 12th November!!

If you’re a Macross fan, also don’t forget that the Macross Heroine Set is currently in production!

I’ll let everyone know as soon as they’re ready for release! (｀・ω・´)

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼


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 （； ･ω･）   .。0（I just realized today is Tuesday! Public holidays ruin my sense of time!)
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Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan

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AGF 2013 (animate girls festival)

 

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I recently tried to remember that last ladylike thing I bought, but nothing except soy milk crackers really came to mind… I do think soy milk is a more ladylike choice though!

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at some of the goodies on sale at the ‘animate girls festival 2013’ taking place this weekend! ♪

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animate girls festival 2013
Date: 2nd November – 3rd November 2013.
Time: 10:00 – 17:00. Doors Close at 16:30. (JST)
Place: Ikebukuro Sunshine City
World Import Mart 4th Floor A Hall
Culture Hall 4th Floor B Hall & 2nd Floor D Hall.
Official Site: http://www.animate.co.jp/special/agf/pc/index.php
GSC Booth: Yellow AREA: Culture Hall 2nd Floor D Hall.

Event Details: http://event.goodsmile.info/event/event-1024/
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This is actually the first time that GSC has taken part in this event! Although in the past we did borrow a part of Gift’s booth to display some figures! ♪

You can see GIFT’s AGF information this time around of their official website: http://www.gift-gift.jp/event/201311_agf2013.html. It’s filled with goods from popular series including ‘DIABOLIK LOVERS’ and ‘AMNESIA’! ♡

Anyway, let’s move onto the GSC sales information! First up are some goodies from ‘wooser’s hand-to-mouth life!’ ♪

First up we have a prerelease item… Not-so-Blessed wooser Charm of Love! It seems wooser finally believes himself to be a deity!

Some recently released items including the ‘wooser Metal Strap A & B’ will also be available, along with various other goodies!


From the Character Vocal Series we have the Vocaloid Earphone Accessories and the most recent Nendoroid Petites! ♪

Finally, we also have various Attack on Titan goods!


I want the Survey Corps seals and pings! The wings of freedom!! I personally also like the way the masking tape looks! （*´▽｀*）

The latest rubber accessories will also be prereleased at AGF! ♪

Picktam! Attack on Titan: Part 1! ♡

If you buy a complete box at the event you’ll receive a bonus exchangeable expression for use on any character! (Top right on the above image!) I got my hands on some samples so let me take a closer look at them! ヽ(ﾟ◇ﾟ )ﾉ


I was told I could open up one of the boxes… so without further ado…!


Picktam! is a set of trading rubber straps, so you don’t know which character you’ll get until the box is open! I wonder who I’ll get?!

Ta-da!!


Jean Kirschtein! ♪

Each Picktam! includes a removable hook strap!


Each strap also allows you to switch expressions around! ★

Each Picktam! consists of a flippable expression and hair parts, which can easily we swapped around! First you need to remove the hook…


Then you lift up the pull the hair part upwards…


I felt bad showing Jean without his hair, so I’ll use this example instead! (；・∀・)

Just like on the image above, you remove the hair and face and simply swap the face around for an alternate expression!

Here is how Jean looks with his alternate expression!


At the same time I decided to compare his size with a Nendoroid Petite Mikudayo… as you can see they’re about the same size! Jean looks a little worried about that Mikudayo…

Here is how the alternate expressions for each of the characters look! (｀・ω・´)

Armin’s tightly shut eyes are adorable! There is also a secret character who has already been revealed on the GSC site to be Erwin Smith! His alternate expression hasn’t been shown yet though!! ( -ﾉｪ-)

You can switch parts between characters for some interesting combinations! ♥

Swapping Sasha and Christa’s bodies! ♪

This Christa would surely break off a small piece of the bread and pass the bigger piece to me! On the other side we have a Sasha that seems strangely in tact with her feminine side! Σ(･ω･ﾉ)ﾉ！

Plus if you purchase a complete box at the event, a bonus exchangeable expression is included… let’s take a look at it!

An angry Mikasa Ackerman with a tear in her eye! An unusual sight indeed!!

The more serious the characters normally are, the better these silly expressions look on them! Here is the alternate side of the bonus expression…! ♪


Did you ever imagine seeing Levi Heichou with an expression like this?!
Not something you’re ever likely to see in the manga or anime… (ﾟＡﾟ;)

Eren is using Armin’s body and Levi’s expression! I picked these to pose him looking rather dubious of Levi’s current expression…!

The ability to pick and customize using the different parts is what makes the Picktam series so great!

Have there ever been rubber straps with this much playability before…?!

I’m sure everyone will enjoy creating all sorts of interesting variations! ♥

Today at 20:00JST you can watch a Twitcast at twitcasting.tv/gscs_hirase which will be introducing the Picktam! series to everyone!

The twitcast will be by Shuu-chan-senpai and Oono-shi! I’m sure the addition of video will allow them to show much more than I was able to show with just photos, so be sure to take a look! ☆

Finally! I actually managed to sneak into the preparations for AGF a little while ago… here are some photos of the event hall! (｀・ω・´)

This is how the GSC booth looks!

The following figures are planned to be on display for everyone who visits!

Nendoroid Eren!

Nendoroid Levi!

Benten!

* The figure displays are scheduled to begin in the afternoon at the event.

Be sure to stop by the booth if you’re attending the event!☆

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／Kahotan’s Inner Voice＼


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Anyway, I hope to see you all again tomorrow!

Planning Team / Kahotan
Twitter ID: gsc_kahotan