Nendoroid Tracer: Classic Skin Edition (Overwatch)

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

It’s starting to warm up here in Japan but it’s still rather chilly for this time of year! I hope the cherry blossoms bloom soon!

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at…
Nendoroid Tracer: Classic Skin Edition!

From the globally popular multiplayer first-person shooter ‘Overwatch’ comes a Nendoroid of Tracer! The Nendoroid comes complete with a variety of optional parts to add effects for her abilities, interchangeable bent legs, and hair options that can cover up her eyes to recreate her iconic poses from the game!

Also included are Tracer’s trademark pulse pistols, along with open hand parts to pose her as without her guns, like when she activates her recall ability. Equip her pulse bomb to pose Tracer activating her ultimate ability! The Nendoroid is fully articulated, allowing her to be posed in many different ways, and has been carefully sculpted and tuned to ensure that the joints do not stand out, keeping Tracer’s unique appearance in tact. Be sure to add the first of the Overwatch Nendoroid series to your collection!

“Cheers, love! The cavalry’s here!”

From the multiplayer first-person shooter that has become popular all over the world ‘Overwatch’ comes the first Nendoroid from the series: Tracer!!

When she was announced back in February it was quite the surprise announcement, so I’m sure many fans were quite excited!! (;・`ω・´)

From her trademark orange-tinted goggles to the slightly boyish hair style with its soft and bouncy appearance on top have all been faithfully converted into Nendoroid size! ♪

The details on her outfit have also been carefully sculpted, including the unique open collar area as well as her rolled-up sleeves! There are so many aspects that make her so unique as a Nendoroid!

The difference in textures between the various parts of the figure are reproduced with glossy and matte paints to bring out the shine on certain areas! ☆

Another thing to note is that Nendoroid Tracer is a fully articulated Nendoroid with flexible joints in her elbows, knees and more allowing for all sorts of posing opportunities! ヽ(゚∀゚ヽ 三 ノ゚∀゚)ノ

Perhaps the best thing about this is that even though she is so highly articulated she has also been very carefully sculpted and tuned to ensure that the joints do not stand out but still keep her unique appearance in tact!

Nendoroid Tracer comes with both the lovely innocent smiling face you can see above, while the second is a more relaxed smile which you can see below!
You may have also noticed there are holes on her hands in the photo above – this is in fact so that you can pose her with her hands open while still holding her pulse pistols as if she had just activated her recall ability!!
On that note, she also of course comes complete with her Pulse Pistols! Not only that, but her Pulse Bomb ultimate is also included for even more fun!!
▲ Simply move her around and find a pose you like!

She also comes with effect parts to recreate her blink ability which are not shown in my photos, but you can find them on the official product page!

Another fun little feature is that her front hair is attached with a joint which means…

You can pose her blowing her hair out of her eyes like she does in her heroic highlight intro! The face plate with her mouth in a blowing position is also included! ♥

The sculpt of her lips is quite different to most Nendoroids – it has a more defined appearance to better suit the original design! (●‘∀‘●)ノ”

▲ The eyes are made to look up at her hair giving her a rather cute upward glance! (∩・∀・)∩

We also made a quick promotional video to show her off from a few more angles, so be sure to take a look!

Whether you want to enjoy her as an action figure or simply display her in your collection as a lovely rendition of Tracer, be sure you don’t miss out on the first of the Overwatch Nendoroids! ★
Nendoroid Tracer: Classic Skin Edition!

She is currently up for preorder!

 

Orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP are open until the 20th April 2017 (Thu) at 12:00JST! She is also available from our partner shops as well as the Blizzard Gear official store! Make sure you don’t miss out! (。・ω・)ノ゙

 

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Nendoroid Arisa Ichigaya (BanG Dream!)

Today’s Main Feature!

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at…
Nendoroid Arisa Ichigaya!

From the anime series BanG Dream! comes a Nendoroid of Poppin’Party’s keyboardist, Arisa Ichigaya! She comes with three face plates including a standard expression, a smiling expression as well as a bit of an embarrassed angry expression.

Optional parts include her keyboard allowing you to display her performing live, as well as a keyboard case allowing you to display her on the way to and from practice. Be sure to display her with the previously announced Nendoroid Kasumi Toyama and recreate all sorts of different situations in Nendoroid size!

“A pleasure to meet you. My name is Arisa Ichigaya.”

The Poppin’Party keyboardist who isn’t very honest with her self and tends to have a bit of a sharp tongue: Arisa Ichigaya is joining the Nendoroids!! ♥

She is the second Nendoroid from BanG Dream! following on from the previously announced Nendoroid Kasumi Toyama!

Nendoroid Kasumi Toyama

▲ Currently up for preorder! ☆

Plus we also have the other members on the way!

Nendoroid Rimi Ushigome

Nendoroid Saya Yamabuki / Tae Hanazono

 

But let’s get back to Arisa for now!

The lovely little twirls of her twin-tails have been captured so beautifully in Nendoroid size, and both sides are connected with a joint allowing for various different nuances when posing! ♪

Her school uniform also looks lovely with the pleated skirt and golden buttons… such lovely attention to detail really makes her a treat for the eyes! Plus we can’t ignore the fact that even in Nendoroid size her bosom is rather impressive!! (●‘∀‘●)ノ”

Arisa also of course comes with her keyboard, and as you can see the various keys and adjustment dials have all been included for a lovely rendition!

▲ It has been shrunk down to Nendoroid size, but there is still a ton of detail!

Even the back has a logo and name for a realistic design! (∩・∀・)∩

▲ A pointing hand part allows for her to reach out to her fans during a concert!

She also comes with a keyboard case which she can carry on her back!

She also comes with a lovely smiling expression which you can combine with the case to display her cheerfully on her way to band practice with the other Poppin’Party members! *。(●´Д`人´Д`●)。* ゚

▲ A smile with no troubles!! She is so cute!

Moving on to her third face plate…

An angry expression that suits her character so well!

The puffed-up look of the expression makes her look so cute, if maybe a little immature!

▲Looking from an angle above gives you a better feel for her smaller stature! ☆

The story is still continuing as Poppin’Party continues to improve, but in the meantime don’t miss out on adding the adorable Arisa to your collection!

Nendoroid Arisa Ichigaya!

She’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow! ♪

In addition, purchases from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include a Special Background Sheet for Nendoroids as a bonus!

Be sure to consider it when preordering! ヽ(゚◇゚ )ノ

Plus as I already mentioned, don’t forget that the first in the series is still currently up for preorder! ♥

Nendoroid Kasumi Toyama!

▲ Blog Review: Nendoroid Kasumi Toyama (BanG Dream!)

Orders for her from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP close on the 27th April 2017 at 12:00JST, and come with a Special Background Sheet for Nendoroids (Indoor Live Stage)! Don’t miss out!

PRODUCT DETAILS

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The following products have preorders closing on the 16th March 2017 at 12:00JST! Don’t miss out!

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There are quite a few items with GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP Exclusive bonuses as well, so be sure to consider that when preordering!

☆☆FEATURED ITEM: Nendoroid Yuri Katsuki

Bonus: Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Yuri Katsuki

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figFIX Umi Sonoda & Rin Hoshizora: Cheerleader ver. (LoveLive!!)

Hello everyone! Suwabe (@gsc_suwabe) from the Corporate Planning Division here! Today I’m going to be taking a look at Max Factory’s…

figFIX Umi Sonoda & Rin Hoshizora: Cheerleader ver.!

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Both Umi Sonoda & Rin Hoshizora are joining the other µ’s members in cheerleader outfits as figFIX figures and are up for preorder as of today!! They are the fourth and fifth in the series following on from the previously released members that you can find below! (*´ω`*)

January 2017 Release: figFIX Honoka Kosaka: Cheerleader ver.

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June 2017 Release: figFIX Eli Ayase: Cheerleader ver.

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June 2017 Release: figFIX Kotori Minami: Cheerleader ver.

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You can find my blog article on the two above here:
figFIX Eli Ayase & Kotori Minami: Cheerleader ver. (LoveLive!!)

I’m really looking forward to the last four members as well, but we’ll have to wait a little more for them, so let’s take a closer look at today’s main features for now! ♪

figFIX Umi Sonoda: Cheerleader ver.!

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The diligent Umi Sonoda is here to cheer you on in figFIX size!

From ‘LoveLive! School Idol Festival’ comes Umi Sonoda dressed up in a cheerleader outfit as the latest in the figFIX series of figma-sized statue figures! Umi is ready to stand by your side and cheer you on to the best of her ability!! The face plates can also be swapped out with those included with the previously released figma Umi Sonoda for all sorts of options! Be sure to add her to your collection!

Manufacturer: Max Factory
Category: figFIX
Release Date: 2017/09
Price: ¥5,370 (Before Tax)
Sculptor: mffp / moineau
Paintwork: Hajime Akimoto

Product Page: figFIX Umi Sonoda: Cheerleader ver.

Such a lovely confident yet gentle expression!! (੭ु´・ω・`)੭ु⁾⁾

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▲ The cheerleader outfit gives you a nice look at her abs!

Plus the knee-high socks have those slight creases around the knees which really shows the attention to detail for such a small figure! Not to mention the amount of work put into the layered frills of her skirt!!

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Taking a look at the little details on a small figure like this really makes me proud to be working with Max Factory! They really have an eye for detail!

▼ She also looks great from the back!

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The area underneath the skirt is also very suiting for a cheerleader… be sure to take a closer look once she joins your collection! ♪

Next up we have a dazzling smile with…
figFIX Rin Hoshizora: Cheerleader ver.!

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Rin Hoshizora is here to cheer you on in figFIX size~nya!

From ‘LoveLive! School Idol Festival’ comes Rin Hoshizora dressed up in a cheerleader outfit as the latest in the figFIX series of figma-sized statue figures! Rin is ready to stand by your side and cheer you on in a cute and cheerful pose!! The face plates can also be swapped out with those included with the previously released figma Rin Hoshizora for all sorts of options! Be sure to add her to your collection!

Manufacturer: Max Factory
Category: figFIX
Release Date: 2017/09
Price: ¥5,370 (Before Tax)
Sculptor: mffp / moineau
Paintwork: Hajime Akimoto

Product Page: figFIX Rin Hoshizora: Cheerleader ver.

The mischievous look on her face suits her so perfectly!! (੭ु´・ω・`)੭ु⁾⁾

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▲Such lovely white teeth! ♡

The bright and cheerful look of Rin is only emphasized more by her star-filled skirt and the stars painted on her side!

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Lovely back muscles too!

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Just like Umi-chan the area underneath her skirt is perfect for a cheerleader! I’m sure many fans will enjoy it once she joins their collections!! ♪

Simply place them on your desk and be cheered on whenever you need it! ♡

Max Factory’s…
figFIX Umi Sonoda & Rin Hoshizora: Cheerleader ver.!

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Preorders are open until the 13th April 2017 at 21:00JST!!

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Preorders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include winking face plates as a bonus!

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▶ figFIX Umi Sonoda: Cheerleader ver.

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▶ figFIX Rin Hoshizora: Cheerleader ver.

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(´-`).。oO(Cheerleaders remind me of a certain Dress Up series… and speaking of that…)

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Nendoroid Atsuko Kagari (Little Witch Academia)

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Even if I could use magic I don’t think I would ever be able to ride on a broom. Just the other day one of my friends even told me they don’t think I’d be able to float more than a few inches off the ground…

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at…
Nendoroid Atsuko Kagari!

From the anime series ‘Little Witch Academia’ comes a Nendoroid of the witch apprentice who looks up to Shiny Chariot – Atsuko Kagari! She comes with three face plates including a cheerful smiling expression, an expression with sparkling eyes for when she gets excited about magic as well as a flustered expression that captures her personality perfectly!

Optional parts include her staff, broom and the Shiny Rod, and she even comes with rabbit ears to recreate the scene where she failed to cast transformation magic. Be sure to add the always excited and cheerful Akko to your Nendoroid collection!

“My magic is a heart that has faith!!”

A Nendoroid of the character who saw a show by Shiny Chariot which made her decide to become a witch – Atsuko Kagari, perhaps better known as Akko!! ♥

Her eyes filled with curiosity, lovely smile and semi-long hairstyle with cute bangs have all been faithfully converted into Nendoroid size! Her Luna Nova Academy uniform has also been faithfully preserved in lovely detail for fans to enjoy!!

▲ The shirt and ribbon under the cloak can also just be seen! ♪

This is how she looks from the back! ヽ(゚◇゚ )ノ

▲ The large size of the hat for the Nendoroid is rather adorable! ☆

In her hand she can be seen holding her magic wand, but the wand can also be  posed holding another item that has to be included with any witch! ヽ(●´Д`●)ノ

Which is of course her broom!!

In addition, this photo also shows off the first of her alternate face plates which is a face with sparkling eyes! This captures Akko when she gets all excited before flying magic classes!! ♡

Plus as you may have noticed, her witch hat can also be removed allowing for even more posing opportunities! Once the hat is removed the hair at the back can be attached with a ball joint allowing you to move it around for different nuances!

She can also be posed flying on the broom!

Tia Freyre! ~

– IDEAL –

– REALITY –

Which brings us to her third face plate – a flustered expression perfect for when she makes mistakes in her magic! Another part which is perfect with this face plate is…

Metamorphie Faciesse! ~

Akko comes with bunny ears that slip in-between her front and back hair parts which allow you to display her not quite transforming correctly with the animal metamorphosis spell! They might even fir on certain other characters for even more fun possibilities! (∩・∀・)∩

And last but not least…

The Shining Rod is also included!

Akko is so straightforward and honest with her feelings and they really come out on the Nendoroid! You can just imagine her talking about Shining Chariot with this lovely sparkling smile on her face as she holds up the Shining Rod with pride!!

Here are all the optional parts lined up!

Together with the hat and alternate face plates, there are so many different options!! Be sure to add the cute witch-in-training to your collection!

Nendoroid Atsuko Kagari!

She’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow! ♪

In addition, purchases of Nendoroid Akko from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include a Special Round Base as a bonus!!

Be sure to consider it when preordering!! 

There is also currently a Little Witch Academia x animate Cafe collaboration cafe going on! I wrote a blog on it which you can find below, but unfortunately it’s only available in Japanese at the moment! ★

⇒ Little Witch Academia x animate Cafe Blog

In addition to Nendoroid Akko, Nendoroid Ushio Kai-II will also be going up for preorder tomorrow! (´□`。)

⇒ You can find my blog review here!

 

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Preorder Deadline Notice!

The following products have preorders closing on the 16th March 2017 at 12:00JST! Don’t miss out!

 

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⇒ Full English Preorder Deadline Schedule

There are quite a few items with GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP Exclusive bonuses as well, so be sure to consider that when preordering!

☆☆FEATURED ITEM: Nendoroid Yuri Katsuki

Bonus: Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Yuri Katsuki

Blog Review

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Nendoroid Ushio Kai-II (Kantai Collection -KanColle-)

Today’s Main Feature!

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at…
Nendoroid Ushio Kai-II!

From the popular browser game ‘Kantai Collection -KanColle-‘ comes a Nendoroid of the 10th Ayanami-class destroyer in her upgraded form – Ushio Kai-II! She comes with three face plates including a standard expression as well as an uneasy expression and a crying expression that both match up with her apprehensive personality.

Her ship parts, camouflage patterns, turrets and even the little animal print on the belts around her legs have all been faithfully captured in Nendoroid size! She also comes with effect parts to display her firing her turrets and torpedoes allowing you to pose her in battle scenes! A bag filled with roasted sweet potato is also included to bring out the feeling from her limited Autumn illustration in the game! Be sure to add Nendoroid Ushio Kai-II to your collection and give her the confidence she needs to succeed!

“Nendoroid Ushio, heading out!”

The 10th Ayanami-class destroyer in her upgraded form is joining the Nendoroids! Her cute sailor uniform, headband, twirl in her hair, gentle eyes and of course her ship parts have all been faithfully converted into Nendoroid size!


▲ The little ship parts around the edges of her skirt are also included!

TThis is how she looks from the back! ♪

The camouflage patterns on her ship parts as well as the belts around her legs have all been preserved in Nendoroid size! She is a little work of art!

Along with all these details and ship parts she also comes with two lovely alternate face plates! (。・ω・)ノ゙

The first of which is this uneasy expression!

I can just imagine her whispering “I-I’ve found an enemy ship…

The expression really brings out her personality nicely, and those sunken eyebrows make me wish I could jump to her side and protect her!

If you combine this expression with the turret and torpedo firing effect parts you can pose her in battle against her enemy with a bit of a worried look on her face! ヽ(゚∀゚ヽ 三 ノ゚∀゚)ノ

▲ From this angle you can see the little bunny mark on her turret!

Plus as I’m sure you’ve noticed the barrels on the hand-hold turret can be moved around to better match your poses!

Moving onto her third face plate…

A crying expression!  (/ω\)

Maybe not quite crying… but she really looks like she is about to burst into tears!!! It’s just too adorable!!

In the pose above she is also crossing her arms over her chest similar to the way she looks in her half-damaged illustration, which is actually where this expression originally comes from!! Somehow it makes me feel like I’m doing something to her that I shouldn’t be doing…

If you move the arms out of the way not only do you get to see her chest a little better and you’ll also notice that there is a nice gap between her top and her skirt for a little peek at her belly button!

▲ Even as a Nendoroid she has rather impressive curves!

The figure is so much fun to look around from all sorts of different angles! Even if she is looking at me about to burst into tears which I do feel a little bad about!!

Plus as always with the KanColle Nendoroids she also comes with food parts! This time around its a bag of roasted sweet potatoes! ♥

Sweet potatoes always taste best in Autumn

Partially recreate the Autumn limited graphic from the game!! (∩・∀・)∩

You can also combine it with the crying expression…!

▲ This expression is ready to tell so many different stories!

Be sure to add the 10th Ayanami-class destroyer to your collection!
Nendoroid Ushio Kai-II!

She’ll be up for preorder from the 14th March!

Plus as usual, purchases from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include a ‘Nendoroid Ushio Kai-II Special Box Sleeve & Special Nendoroid Base as a bonus!

*The base will be a standard 8cm x 8cm base.

Be sure to consider it when preordering! (●´Д`人´Д`●)

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Preorder Deadline Notice!

The following products have preorders closing on the 9th March 2017 at 12:00JST! Don’t miss out!

⇒ Full English Preorder Deadline Schedule

There are quite a few items with GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP Exclusive bonuses as well, so be sure to consider that when preordering!

Nendoroid Utaha Kasumigaoka

Bonus: Acrylic “Koisuru Metronome” Nendoroid Base Keychain

Nendoroid Co-de: Kashu Kiyomitsu -Hanamaru- Uchiban Co-de

Bonus: Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Kashu Kiyomitsu -Hanamaru- Uchiban Co-de Ver.

Nendoroid Co-de: Yamatonokami Yasusada -Hanamaru- Uchiban Co-de

Bonus: Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Yamatonokami Yasusada -Hanamaru- Uchiban Co-de Ver.

 

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Saya (Saya no Uta)

Hello everyone! Suwabe (@gsc_suwabe) from the Corporate Planning Division here! Today I’m going to be taking a look at…

WING’s 1/7th Scale Saya!

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“That… is love that will defile the world.”

From ‘Saya no Uta’ the suspense horror visual novel released by Nitroplus in 2003 comes a scale figure of Saya, 14 years after the release of the game! The figure captures Saya’s slender build and makes use of a gentle gradient for her hair and translucent parts for her wings to create a touching, beautiful appearance.

On the other hand, the base she is held up by has an unsightly, fleshy appearance that brings out the unique atmosphere of the game while also creating a contrast to the figure that brings out her beauty even further. The careful balance between the beautiful Saya and the grotesque base is sure to stand out in any collection. The wistful, transparent expression on her face brings out a somewhat cold feeling to the figure, but that feeling just makes her all the more eye-catching!

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Manufacturer: WING
Category: 1/7th Scale Figure
Release Date: 2017/07
Sculptor: Eriko (Arai Kogyo)
Price: ¥16,500 (Before Tax)

Hmm? You say you see a figure of a cute, young girl in these photos? Oh my… it seems you are quite badly affected… 

From Nitroplus’ suspense horror visual novel ‘Saya no Uta’ comes a figure of Saya herself, around 14 years after the release of the game!!! (I can’t even imagine how young I was 14 years ago!)

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The figure makes use of a lot of translucent areas such as on the wings and the one-piece dress which create a pure and innocent appearance that really makes the figure stand out in a beautiful way!

But perhaps the thing that stands out most about the figure is the contrast between the light, gentle appearance of Saya and the grotesque appearance of the base she is displayed upon…

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Saya’s pale, dainty feet and the fleshy red base that holds her up! When I asked WING what their main points of focus on the figure were, the first answer was of course the contrast that can be seen so very clearly when you glance at the figure!

Those who haven’t played the game may not quite understand, but the grotesque appearance of the base and the contrast it has with the cute Saya is what captures the essence of the game within the figure!

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▲ Like a single dandelion flowering in a barren wasteland…

As a side note, the photo above is so close and yet so far… just a little more and you might have been able to see them! You’ll have to wait till she joins your collection for that!

Anyway, enough about the base and onto Saya herself!

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Just look at that empty expression… 

Just looking at her makes we want to promise her I can stay by her side! I want to hug her and tell her everything will be alright!

The semi-transparent dress !

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The see-through look just can’t really be explained in words, but it simply looks so stunning. The way you can make-out the shape of Saya’s body through the material of her dress – each and everyone of the curves and bumps of her body are just calling to be caressed!

And just look at these beautiful wings!

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Each and everyone of the petal-like feathers has been intricately sculpted and the darker gradient toward the edges makes them all the more beautiful…

Looking from the top gives you a nice look at the way the wings are extended in a circle around her! (*´ω`*)

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This angle really stands out for me!

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Somehow from this angle the expression has a slightly different feel to it, and the wings are also capture so nicely as a kind of frame around her upper body that also perfectly covers up the area that I know a lot of people are dying to get a better look at! Be sure to add your Saya to your collection and enjoy her from any angle you please, whenever you please!! ♡

The 1/7th Scale Saya!

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Preorders are open until the 16th March 2017 at 12:00JST!
Make sure you don’t miss out!(`・ω・´)

 

Product Details: Saya

(´-`).。oO(I looked up all sorts of information about the game to write the article and it made me want to see all the different endings!)

 

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Hatsune Miku V4X (Character Vocal Series 01: Hatsune Miku)

Today’s Main Feature…!

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at the 1/8th scale…
Hatsune Miku V4X!

A 1/8th scale figure of Hatsune Miku V4X, the upgraded voice synthesizer that allows for more natural and expressive singing! The figure is based on the main illustration for Hatsune Miku V4X done by iXima which features Miku in a beautiful, elegant pose! Her youthful body line has a lovely soft appearance which contrasts against the sharp appearance of her twin-tailed hair. Be sure to add her to your collection and enjoy the charm of the all-new Hatsune Miku!

The cute electronic diva is back in a brand new outfit!

The Hatsune Miku voice synthesizer software was upgraded into an easier to use version that allows for even more varied, beautiful singing options and released as Hatsune Miku V4X! This figure is based on the main package illustration for the upgraded Miku-san!!

Her futuristic outfit makes use of both translucent parts and metallic paint to bring out different textures all over the design!

▲The lower layer of the dress frill is translucent with the one above having a metallic appearance! Such amazing detail!!

You can also easily see the difference in thickness of the material between the skirt and her much thinner top, and both have been sculpted carefully including all the creases and wrinkles to give them that realistic fabric appearance.

The top also matches with the shape of her body nicely to show off her lovely curves! (。・ω・)ノ゙

▲ Her chest may be on the reserved side in terms of size, but the details of the sculpt gets full points!

The gentle, floating appearance of her thin hair is so detailed as it winds around her, and the twist in her hips and shoulders has also been captured beautifully!

Be sure to take a closer look at the careful sculpt of her body including those gorgeous thighs once she joins your collection!!

This it the promotional poster for Miku!

According to her planner Hamako, the idea was to create an effect similar to that on a fashion magazine! As Miku-san is standing in such a model pose it suits very nicely!!

I was also asked by her to compare the 1/8th scale figure Hatsune Miku rereleased back in 2011 as a fun little comparison… so here we go

▲Her initial release was 2008, so there are around 9 years between the two!

While there are a lot of changes in style, the charm to her design has never faded!

* As a side note, Hatsune Miku is a final product while Hatsune Miku V4X is a prototype, so the actual size of the final product will differ!

The original Hatsune Miku also made use of metallic, glossy paint to bring out that futuristic appearance!♪

In comparison, this time around Miku has a more mature appearance! She’s all grown up! ♥

▲ There is something about her that makes her look so elegant! A gentle, calm kind of charming. (*´ェ`*)

Also take a look at her lovely long legs!

The paintwork to show the stretch in her stockings is perfect!!

Areas such as behind the knee have a much darker look, while the thighs and calves have a more see-through appearance! It really captures that well-fitting appearance nicely through the paintwork! The metallic paintwork on her heels are also stunning! (/ω\)

The illustration has Miku’s hair looking relatively flat by design, and the figure has been tuned to capture a similar feeling!

The sculpting is a part of it, but the subtle changes in color with darker colors on the inside to create a shadow that help to bring out that appearance on a 3D plane! ε=(。・д・。)

Not to mention the tips of her hair have that crystalline appearance through the use of semi-transparent parts! They look so beautiful!! ♪

Be sure to add the 1/8th scale electronic diva to your collection!
Hatsune Miku V4X!

She’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow!

Check out the Good Smile Company website tomorrow for more information!

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Preorder Deadline Notice!

The following products have preorders closing on the 9th March 2017 at 12:00JST! Don’t miss out!

⇒ Full English Preorder Deadline Schedule

There are quite a few items with GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP Exclusive bonuses as well, so be sure to consider that when preordering!

Nendoroid Utaha Kasumigaoka

Bonus: Acrylic “Koisuru Metronome” Nendoroid Base Keychain

Nendoroid Co-de: Kashu Kiyomitsu -Hanamaru- Uchiban Co-de

Bonus: Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Kashu Kiyomitsu -Hanamaru- Uchiban Co-de Ver.

Nendoroid Co-de: Yamatonokami Yasusada -Hanamaru- Uchiban Co-de

Bonus: Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Yamatonokami Yasusada -Hanamaru- Uchiban Co-de Ver.

 

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Learning with Manga! Fate/Grand Order Collectible Figures!

Hello everyone! Suwabe (@gsc_suwabe) from the Corporate Planning Division here! Today I’m going to be taking a look at…

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Learning with Manga! Fate/Grand Order Collectible Figures!

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The bizarre characters of Fate/Grand Order’s “Learning with Manga” series!

The cute yet peculiar characters from the manga series on the Fate/Grand Order official site, “Learning with Manga! Fate/Grand Order” have been transformed into a selection of collectible figures!

The line-up includes six different characters including the female main character Gudako, Shielder/Mash Kyrielight, Saber/Altria Pendragon, Ruler/Jeanne d’Arc, Lancer/Scáthach and Lancer/Elizabeth Bathory. The figures may be small, but they have a mysterious charm to them that will spice up any display! Be sure to add them to your collection!

These adorable little figures were revealed at WonFes and took the spotlight at the event! Now they are finally going up for preorder!

Each stands just 3.5cm in height! They are so tony but that is exactly what makes them so adorable!! Displayed with a Nendoroid you should get a good idea for their size! (Nendoroid stand around 10cm in height!)

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You can collect them all and display the full collection, or instead just collect a huge number of your favorite character and place them all over your room… there are all sorts of ways to have fun with these little figures! (*´▽`*)

Let’s take a closer look at each of the characters! ♪
Female Main Character/Gudako

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Such impeccable balance…

That special aspect that makes the illustrations so adorable has been captured so perfectly in these figures! (`・ω・´)

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Even from the back you can get a feel for the insanity that comes along with this pose…

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▲ They fit so cute and snugly in one’s hand! ♪

Shielder/Mash Kyrielight

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Mash is also so wonderful in her own way! I want to display a whole bunch of these in my room to bring out that gloomy feel even more! Note that even though the shield is tiny there are some rather nice details!

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▲ Somehow even from the back I get this tragic feeling…

Saber/Altria Pendragon

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The drained appearance is captured so nicely!

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 ▲ Her hairstyle is a faithful rendition even in this size! ♪

Ruler/Jeanne d’Arc

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I can’t take much more of this… it’s too cute!! But at the same time just looking at them makes me feel all warm and happy inside!

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Lancer/Scáthach

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Now this is just unfair! That silly pose, the expression… I have nothing else to say! She is perfect! ( ;∀;)

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Lancer/Elizabeth Bathory

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Elizabeth really is so cute! The details on her outfit and the different colors have all been very faithfully included!

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 ▲The little tail at the back is also cute! ♪

Learning with Manga!
Fate/Grand Order Collectible Figures
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Up for preorder from the 7th March 2017!

Plus we also have many more Fate/Grand Order Items!

★ Up for Preorder

Nendoroid Lancer/Scáthach

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Blog Review: Nendoroid Lancer/Scáthach

★ In Development

1/7th Scale Saber/Attila

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▲ Photo from Winter WonFes 2017

 

Nendoroid Avenger/Jeanne d’Arc (Alter)

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▲ Photo from Winter WonFes 2017

Scale Lancer/Altria Pendragon 

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1/7th Scale Mash Kyrielight ~Dangerous Beast~

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1/7th Scale Lancer/Jeanne d’Arc (Alter) (Santa Lily)

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Nendoroid Lancer/Jeanne d’Arc (Alter) (Santa Lily)

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Stay tuned for updates! (*´▽`*)

 

 

(´-`).。oO( I don’t think I’ve been this excited for little figures like this in ages!)

 

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English Updates: @gsc_kevin

 

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Nendoroid Leonardo Watch (Blood Blockade Battlefront & Beyond)

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

We’re into March!! Today we started entries for 2018 new graduates to join the GSC ranks! We look forward to seeing many applicants!! (∩・∀・)∩

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at…
Nendoroid Leonardo Watch!

From the anime series with a second season on the way, ‘Blood Blockade Battlefront & Beyond’ comes a Nendoroid of the main character with the “All-Seeing Eyes of the Gods”, Leonardo Watch! The Nendoroid also includes Sonic Speed Monkey to display by his side! Leonardo comes with three faces plates including a relaxed standard expression, an expression with his eyes open making use of his powers as well as a crying expression.

Optional parts include his goggles, backpack and camera as well as a hamburger and effect parts for his powers. He also comes with a text plate based on the introduction of his character to display with him! Be sure to add Nendoroid Leonardo Watch to your collection in preparation for the upcoming second season!

“Simple eyes, obey my command.”
From the anime series with a second season on the way, ‘Blood Blockade Battlefront & Beyond’ comes a Nendoroid of the member of the secret organization Libra, Leonardo Watch! His ruffled, casual hairstyle, comfortable looking outfit and super-relaxed expression all capture Leo’s personality so nicely in Nendoroid size! ヽ(゚∀゚ヽ 三 ノ゚∀゚)ノ

He comes with the Sonic Speed Monkey to sit atop his head!

Those big round eyes are so cute! His head can be moved left and right to better suit various different poses! ♡

In his hand he holds a rather large looking hamburger!! ☆

▲The bread roll, patty, lettuce and the paper wrapping all lovely and detailed!
The bite he had taken out of the hamburger is also a nice addition!

Looking at it reminds me of his talks with Nej! (/ω\)

Other optional parts include his yellow backpack as well as the yellow camera that Sonic stole in episode one! ♪

▲An alternate stand that connects to the bottom of the backpack is included!

The memorable character introduction scene can also be recreated by making use of the included character introduction plate! (`・ω・´)ゞ

▲ You can place it in front of  or behind the figure!

Plus, the goggles around his neck…

Can be worn!! (´□`。)

Along with the little goggles around his neck, he also comes with larger parts that can be placed on his face plates! ♪

* Note that the goggles are specially sculpted for Leonardo Watch only!

Plus he also comes with alternate neck parts that don’t have the goggles around his neck to completely switch over to worn mode! He also comes with effect parts…

For this kind of effect! ∩( ✧ω✧ )∩

* The effect parts connect into his front hair parts!

 

Leo’s All-Seeing Eyes of the Gods!
Which brings us to his second face plate…

A face plate using his power!

The sudden change in atmosphere from the laid-back standard expression is amazing! The tense eyebrows and frowning mouth… he is suddenly so much more serious! The patterns in his eyes are also amazingly detailed for their size! Just look at them and be pulled in….!

His third face plate is a crying expression!

Leo often finds himself getting involved in various things that he doesn’t want to deal with and this captures a scene of his unhappiness in one of those cases! Sonic can be displayed separately from Leo himself allowing for poses like the one above! It’s like he is looking up at Leo and wondering why he is crying!

Attaching the goggles to this expression makes for yet another rather different feeling! ♪

▲ It’s as if he is preparing for a big shock to hit him!

I also recommend using the crying expression with his introduction plate! ♡

▲ I really love this face plate! (*´ェ`*)

 

Be sure to add the All-Seeing Eyes of the Gods to your collection!
Nendoroid Leonardo Watch!

Up for preorder from tomorrow!

Purchases from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will also include a Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap: Leonardo Watch as a bonus! ヽ(*´∀`)ノ

 

Be sure to consider it when preordering! ♪

Another item going up for preorder tomorrow, is…
Nendoroid More: Face Parts Case (Penguin)!

‘Nendoroid More’ is a series of products created to make Nendoroids even more enjoyable, and the latest addition to the series is a new face parts case with a penguin theme! The cases allow you to store up to two spare expression parts inside while also having a cute appearance to put on display – which means that even your spare parts will have a place in your collection!

From the back you can see the little penguin tail!

This product doesn’t come with any face plates but can be used to store your spares and look cute at the same time!

▲ You can of course use it to hold Nendoroid Leonardo Watch’s face plates as well!

 

Be sure to consider it too! ペンギンペンギン

Also don’t forget that Max Factory is working on figma from the series!

Stay tuned for updates~! ★

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Preorder Deadline Notice!

There are a huge number of products with preorders closing on the 2nd March at 12:00JST!! All the below and more!!

There are a load of items with GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP bonuses as well, so make sure you don’t miss out on your chance to grab them!

★★★ HIGHLIGHT ITEMS! ★★★

Nendoroid Megumin!
Bonus: Special Round Base

Nendoroid Holo!
Bonus: Lumione Gold Coin

The coin is sculpted on both sides, is made from metal and measures about 30mm in diameter!

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English Updates: @gsc_kevin

 

 

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