Author: Kahotan

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Thunderbolt Fantasy Collaboration Café

GOODSMILE x animate Café Akihabara!
Thunderbolt Fantasy Collaboration Café!

The most recent theme to come to the animate and Good Smile Company joint café is a special collaboration with Thunderbolt Fantasy!! You can find out more about the animate café over here: https://café.animate.co.jp/

Here is a quick summary of the info! ▼

Dates: 1st September 2016 – 28th September 2016
Entrance: Weekends/Holidays: Web Reservation / Weekdays: First Come First Serve

– AKIHABARA –
Tokyo, Chiyoda-ku, Sotokanda 1-7-6 AKIBA Culture ZONE 5F
Open from 11AM to 9:30PM (Last Order at 9:00AM)

– OSAKA –
Osaka, Osaka-shi, Naniwa-ku, Nipponbashi 4-15-17
Open from 11AM to 9:30PM (Last Order at 9:00AM)

This time around the café is open on a first-come, first-serve basis on weekdays, so you can simply come by without needing to reserve! (The GSC Offices are about 5 minutes away, and we actually had some other staff come in for lunch while I was there!)

Anyway, let’s head into my report!

(Mostly photos, but I hope you all enjoy!)

(/・ω・)/ ENTER!

Right at the entrance there is already something for the fans to enjoy! A wanted poster to put your own head in, in place of Lin Xuě Ya’s! But let’s move on to the main attraction…

(/・ω・)/ ORDER!

Orders are made using an order sheet! You can choose from up to 14 different meals, desserts and drinks! (*’▽’)

You’ll have to wait and see what I ordered! ♪

While I’m waiting for it to arrive though, let’s take a a look around the café!

▲ These five can be found on the stage!


▲ Six more characters on the right!

So Lovely!! (*´▽｀*)

The huge tapestries on the walls are amazing, but another thing to take note of is the table sheets! I went around to all the different tables and bothered everyone so I could get photos of all the different designs!

▼ We were seated at the Dan siblings table! ♪

Unfortunately you can’t choose your seat! That is all down to your luck on what table is open on the day! ★

Anyway, let’s take a look at the food I ordered!


◎ Xíng Hài Garnet Soda
◎ Shòu Yún Xiāo Milk Tea
◎ Dān Family Jasmine Tea

◎ Lin Xuě Yā’s Refreshment Set
◎ Shāng Bù Huàn’s Black Curry
◎ Shā Wú Shēng’s Chilled Tantanmen

◎ Dān Fěi’s Parfait
◎ Cán Xiōng’s Pancakes

For each item you order from the menu you will also get one random coaster to take home! (For some reason I manged to get lots of the bad guys!)

While I’m here… I also think we need to introduce a Nendoroid that came with me!

Nendoroid Lin Xuě Yā! ♡

Displayed with the meal that is made in his image! They do seem to fit each other rather nicely! ★

I also decided to offer him some of the black curry!! (*ﾉωﾉ)

“Oh my… Cán Xiōng’s head…”! I can just imagine his voice!!

The Nendoroid will be up for preorder soon! This actually showed off two of his expressions rather nonchalantly! Look forward to other items that may be included when he goes up for preorder!

(/・ω・)/ “Game Time!~★” 

A quick and simple game where you select one color and then the staff pulls out one color. If the colors match then you get a free drink ticket! (ΦωΦ)

Anyway, there is still much more to look at around the café! The walls are lined with scenarios and storyboards from the series – all are free to photograph!

Take a look at the various documents and work that went into making the series!! Personally I loved the illustrations on this storyboard!

The illustrations used on the storyboard are different to the original character design illustrations but still rather different from the dolls as well! They have such a cute, unique appearance to them!! It’s quite fun to look along the storyboards remembering the various scenes from the show too! (*´▽｀*)

As this is also a GSC collaboration café, you can also find some Good Smile 15th Anniversary-related items while you are visiting! ♪

(/・ω・)/ Don’t forget a souvenir!

You can’t come to a collaboration café and leave empty handed! There are a selection of exclusive Thunderbolt Fantasy goods to get your hands on!

Collectable Smartphone Cleaners and Acrylic Keychains to show your love for your favorite characters! ★

Regret: I should have stood beside him for the photo
Result: I’ll have to go back again!

Anyway that’s all from me for today! See you all again soon!

Suwabe / twitterID：＠gsc_suwabe
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

©Thunderbolt Fantasy Project
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Nendoroid Akeno Misaki

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I’m really starting to get some Autumn vibes now! Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at…

Nendoroid Akeno Misaki!

From the popular anime series ‘HIGH SCHOOL FLEET’ comes a Nendoroid of the captain of the Harukaze – Akeno Misaki! She is dressed up in her Yokosuka Girls’ Marine High School uniform and comes with three different face plates for all sorts of different scenes. She comes with her standard smiling expression, a shouting expression that suits the proud captain of the Harukaze as well as a surprised expression based on when she was under increasing pressure in the series!

Optional parts include the captain’s hat that proves she is captain of the ship as well as binoculars. A compass is also included allowing you to pose Akeno navigating on the bridge of the Harukaze! Last but not least, the Great Captain ‘Isoroku’ the cat is also included to display with her, and can be displayed sitting on the compass as well has being held by Akeno!

“Harukaze, set sail!”

Living by the sea, protecting the sea, and journeying across the sea… the Blue Mermaids that protect the seas in their ship Harukaze! The captain of the ship is none other than this adorable Akeno Misaki who is now joining the Nendoroid world! ♥

She comes with all sorts of different parts even including parts that let you display her hugging the series mascot character – Isoroku!! Not to mention those eyes that are simply sparkling!! You can feel the youth!! The careful sculpting of her twin-tails as well as the Yokosuka Girls’ Marine High School uniform with a lovely blue pleated skirt and red scarf all come together to make sure an adorable, detailed Nendoroid!

Also note the little bit of skin you can see from the opening in between the skirt! ☆

From this angle you can also see that the school emblem near her neck as well as the Harukaze symbol on her shoulder have been included on the Nendoroid design! On the other shoulder there is also something that you might find in some of the photos below! (´∀｀*)

Anyway, Akeno is well known to be quite an emotional captain and in order to get that across on the Nendoroid she comes with some lovely face plates! Let’s take a closer look at them!! (∩・∀・)∩

Her second expression…

Much more serious, confident eyes and a shouting face! (/ω＼)

As you can see you can change the super cute version of Akeno into the cool side of Akeno as she gets ready for some operations on sea! I can just imagine her cute voice in my head now! “Because I’m the captain of the Harukaze”! ♡

She also comes with a compass to recreate the look of the Harukaze’s bridge!

The top of the compass can also be removed to have Isoroku posed sitting on the top! (●‘∀‘●)ﾉ”

▲ Isoroku comes with special sitting parts!♪

Moving onto her third expression…
A surprised expression!

This expression together with the included binoculars allow you to recreate a certain scene from the series that fans may remember!!

As you can see, she comes with quite a selection of optional parts! (´□｀｡)


▲ The hat even has her name tag printed on the inside!

The Harukaze model ship can be displayed together with her standard expression to great effect!

You can line up all the parts to create a scene that really brings out the Haifuri atmosphere! ♡

Be sure to add the adorable little captain to your collection!
Nendoroid Akeno Misaki!

She’ll be up for preorder from the 8th September! ★

Be sure to keep your eyes on the Good Smile Company website for more information!

Plus! These two were also announced at Wonder Festival 2016! ∩(´∀｀)∩

Nendoroid Wilhelmina!

Mei Irizaki: Swimsuit Ver.

Be sure to stay tuned for more info!!

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Autumn Twitter Header!
Kahotan Blog Twitter Header Photo
~ Autumn & Figures 2016 ~

E-mail: kahotan-b@goodsmile.jp

– Title –
Please add ‘Header OK’ to the title somewhere!

– Body –

・Add a comment regarding your photo!
It doesn’t have to be long, just where or why you took the photo!

・Add your nickname so you can be credited!

– Photo –

Take and attach a photo that includes GSC distributed figures that relates to the theme below!

– Theme –
Autumn & Figures

* Please only send your own work!
* Your photo may be used as the header image on the @gsc_kahotan account for September ~ October 2016.
* Your photo may be introduced on the blog, on Twitter, during a live broadcast or even put on display at events.

I look forward to everyone’s photos!! ★

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（ ・∀・）　(You can see other items announced at WonFes)
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(（ ・∀・）　.｡oO（… over at the WonFes Gallery site!)
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Planning Team / Kahotan / Twitter ID：@gsc_kahotan
English Updates: @gsc_kevin


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Shishiou

Greetings everyone!
Chan-shuu from Good Smile Company’s planning team here! (@gscs_hirase)

With big Summer event rush is almost coming to a close, and I’m already ready to start saving up for the next set of events! But anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at…

The 1/8th Scale Shishiou!

From the popular browser and smartphone game ‘Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-‘ comes a 1/8th scale figure of Shishiou based on his standard standing pose from the game.
His powerful yet slim legs, long wavering cape blowing in the wind, the even the nue creature on his back have been faithfully sculpted and painted to create a perfect rendition of Shishiou and all his charms in figure form. Be sure to add him to your collection!

“Just leave it to me, the great Shishiou!”

As with the previous scale figures from Touken Ranbu -ONLINE- the figure is posed in his standard illustration from the game!

▼This is how he looks from the back!

▲ The ‘nue’ has such an incredible presence! 

The nue is one of the most characteristic elements of Shishiou – the mysterious creature that rests on his shoulder with an undeniable presence! You can see from the back that the nue covers up around half of Shishiou’s body – it’s not a small creature! ( ･`ω･´)

▲Such a youthful, confident expression!

Shishiou’s young, innocent look has been preserved so nicely on the figure, with the gentle grin as well as a gleam of light that fills his eyes with confidence all faithfully included on the design! His rather unique hairstyle and the back tie-up of his hair really bring out his stylish side!!

△ This angle just blocks off his eyes, but still shows the lovely grin that shows off his teeth giving him a bit of a mischievous look!

▼Next let’s take a look at his body!

▲Large buttons and an emblem!

Shishiou’s sword crest shines beautifully on his chest, and the four golden buttons on his outfit also really catch the eye! The buttons are not just painted with a flat gold, but in fact have a very slight light-dark gradient to make them look even more shiny!! He really is such a work of art! (;゜∀゜)=3

▲ The red armor on his left arm!

It looks so awesome!! I would seriously try and wear this myself if it actually existed! The slightly more vibrant crimson rope tied around the middle is a similar color to the armor itself yet it still makes such a lovely accent.

▲ Nue & Sword!

A more direct look at the nue’s face! Just seeing this would probably make me run away from the battle before it even began! ((((；゜Д゜))))

Just as you’d expect from a ‘black-laquered’ sword, it has a lovely shiny lacquered appearance and a high-class black color that suits Shishiou so beautifully!

▲ Lovely long legs!

The curves from his thighs down to his toes have such lovely proportions, an the difference between the covered leg and the bare leg make for a lovely point of contrast! Note the ankle of the right foot and then move over to the left and enjoy the amazing sculpt of the creases in the material!!

△ The armor on his right knee is similar in design to the left elbow armor. The various textures you can experience really make the figure such a pleasure to look at!

▲ His cloak blowing in the wind! ♪

The sculpt makes it really look like the wind is gently blowing the cloak up in the air, giving you a little peek at the material on the inside of the cloak! It’s a little hard to tell from this angle, but the yellow rope tied around his hips also makes use of a gradient paint job! The ever so slight gradients give the figure a little extra depth that really helps them to stand out!

▼Here I went out for a walk with Shishiou! ♪

△ Cheers with some orange juice !  (≧ω≦*)

△ Taking a break in the shade on a hot Summer’s day.

▼The 1/8th Scale Shishiou…

IS CURRENTLY UP FOR PREORDER!

Plus, orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will also include this item as a bonus!

▲ A Shishiou Sword Charm!╭( ･ㅂ･)و ̑̑

Make sure you don’t miss out!! Preorders close on the 21th September 2016 (Wed) at 21:00JST!

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– Other Websites to Check –

★ ORANGE ROUGE OFFICIAL SITE 
★ GSC-DISTRIBUTED TOUKEN RANBU FIGURES

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Planning Division / Chan-shuu / Twitter ID：＠gscs_hirase
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

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Nendoroid Joker & Harley Quinn: Suicide Edition

Today’s Main Feature!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’m going to take a look at…

Nendoroid Joker: Suicide Edition &
Nendoroid Harley Quinn: Suicide Edition!

From the movie ‘Suicide Squad’ that follows the story of dangerous, incarcerated supervillains that are put on a top secret mission comes Nendoroids of two of the supervillains from the movie!

Let’s take a closer look at them one-by-one! (●‘∀‘●)ﾉ”

Nendoroid Joker: Suicide Edition!

From the movie ‘Suicide Squad’ comes a Nendoroid of one of the most popular DC Comics villains – the Joker! The maniacal expressions of the Joker have been faithfully recreated in Nendoroid style, but have a very unique feel to them that shows an all-new potential for the Nendoroid series! He comes with three face plates including a smiling expression, a shouting expression and a glaring expression. Optional parts include a razor and electroshock tools.

A selection of the various tattoos on his body and face have also been included on the design to bring out as much of the Joker as possible in Nendoroid size! The figure is also fully articulated and features slightly longer hands and feet compared to standard Nendoroids, keeping the ‘chibi’ size while also preserving the bizarre side of the Joker for fans to enjoy in their collection!

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!

His pale, thin body, black eye-shadow, bright green hair and strangely red lips… the Suicide Squad version of the Joker has been transformed into Nendoroid size! Even the various tattoos all over his body and face have been included on the design, so be sure to take a nice close look at all of them once he joins your collection!

While the design of his body is very slim, you can still see he also has a bit of a muscular build with his chest and abs… even on the Nendoroid design! The stomach area also has a special movable part that easily allows you to bend the body in various different ways for some great poses!

He also comes with alternate face plates, the first of which is this cold…

Glaring Expression!


▲The cute little razor is… rather scary!

And the second of which is this rather insane looking…

Shouting Expression!

His standard Smiling Expression is also perfect for the Joker’s personality that seems to see through everyone he comes in contact with! (/ω＼)

▲ The electroshock tools are also included!

Nendoroid Harley Quinn: Suicide Edition!

From the movie ‘Suicide Squad’ comes a Nendoroid of the cute, crazed supervillain – Harley Quinn! The Nendoroid has carefully captured all of Margot Robbie’s charm while still keeping to the cute Nendoroid design making her one of the cutest Nendoroids ever based on a live action movie character!

She comes with three different face plates, all of which feature her unique make-up and capture her captivating personality. The face plate to display her blowing bubblegum can also have the bubble part removed creating a fourth way to put her on display!

The figure is also fully articulated allowing you to easily place her in poses that come straight out of the movie as well as create your own original poses – she also comes with a baseball bat to recreate combat scenes! Be sure to add her to your collection and enjoy the crazy Harley Quinn by your side!

The crazed supervillain in Nendoroid size!

The female villian with a cute and innocent look that you shouldn’t be fooled by! She will do pretty much whatever it takes to get what she wants! The punk-style outfit from the movie has been faithfully converted into Nendoroid size with very nice attention to detail! ♪

All the accessories on her outfit have also been included! Also note the metallic appearance of the belt and bracelet! (/ω＼)

The Nendoroid is fully articulated with joints in the knees and elbows which allow for all sorts of poses, and she also comes with bubblegum parts for this rather mischievous looking pose! ♥


▲ The colouring of her thin stockings is also lovely! ♪

The bubblegum parts can also be removed from this expression which you can see on the two-shot with Joker near the top of the blog! It gives her a rather playful appearance!  (´□｀｡)

You’ll also notice her left and right eyebrows are at slightly different heights which is perfect for battle poses where she is provoking the enemy!★


▲ Plus that make-up is just so cute!

Last but not least, she also comes with this rather angry looking expression which when combined with the included baseball bat makes her look ready to go out and whack whoever might be in front of her!

Recreate all sorts of different scenes in Nendoroid size! (σ・∀・)σ

Nendoroid Joker: Suicide Edition &
Nendoroid Harley Quinn: Suicide Edition!

Both currently up for preorder! ♪

⇒ Nendoroid Joker: Suicide Edition
⇒ Nendoroid Harley Quinn: Suicide Edition

Plus there are also ‘background sheets’ which can be displayed behind your Nendorids for a little extra atmosphere included when you preorder from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP! ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟヽ 三 ﾉﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ

▽ Joker Bonus

▽ Harley Quinn Bonus

Be sure to consider it when preordering!

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（ ・∀・）　(There is a list of products based on overseas series…)
oノ∧つ⊂）
(（ ・∀・）　.｡oO（… over here! Japanese only!)
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Planning Team / Kahotan / Twitter ID：@gsc_kahotan
English Updates: @gsc_kevin


SUICIDE SQUAD and all related characters and elements (C) & TM DC Comics and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s16)

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Autumn Twitter Header Image & Nendoroid More: Wood Series!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Autumn is the season of chestnut and sweet potato snacks! It’s one of those seasons where the snack section of the convenience stores calls out to me more than usual!

Anyway, now that we are into September I wanted to remind everyone that I’m currently looking for a new header image for my Twitter account! This time around the theme of the photo must be Autumn related!

In preparation for the long nights it’s time to switch to a more Autumn-themed header!

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If you’re happy to let me use your photo as my Twitter header image, then I’d love for you to send it through!! This time around the theme is…
Autumn and Figures!

Kahotan Blog Twitter Header Photo
~ Autumn & Figures 2016 ~

E-mail: kahotan-b@goodsmile.jp

– Title –
Please add ‘Header OK’ to the title somewhere!

– Body –

・Add a comment regarding your photo!
It doesn’t have to be long, just where or why you took the photo!

・Add your nickname so you can be credited!

– Photo –

Take and attach a photo that includes GSC distributed figures that relates to the theme below!

– Theme –
Autumn & Figures

* Please only send your own work!
* Your photo may be used as the header image on the @gsc_kahotan account for September ~ October 2016.
* Your photo may be introduced on the blog, on Twitter, during a live broadcast or even put on display at events.

I’m looking forward to everyone’s photos! ★

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I’m also going to be taking a quick look at the latest addition to the Nendoroid More series! (●‘∀‘●)ﾉ”

Nendoroid More: Wood Series!

■ Nendoroid More: Wood House (White with Door – Left) / (White with Door – Right)

Carefully detailed window frames and a door with an intricate door knob will leave your Nendoroids feeling right at home. You can choose between having the door on the left or right. Create a cute indoor display area for your favorite Nendoroids!

Price: ¥2,778 Each (Before Tax)

■ Nendoroid More: Wood House (White – Left) / (White – Right)

The windows of the house are the perfect size for a Nendoroid to peek out the windows. The same design is made in both a left and right form, allowing you to use the one that better suits your collection. Create a cute indoor display area for your favorite Nendoroids!

Price: ¥2,500 Each (Before Tax)

■ Nendoroid More: Wooden Furniture Set

A cute wooden table with cabriole legs, a pair of chairs that can have a Nendoroid stand passed through the back as well as a wooden display shelf create a lovely set of accessories to display with your Nendoroids! Add them to the Nendoroid More: Wood House and create a cute indoor display area for your favorite Nendoroids!

Price: ¥1,389 (Before Tax)

⇒ PRODUCT DETAILS

These items will be on sale first at the Good Smile Company 15th Anniversary Event! Let’s quickly build up the Nendoroid More: Wood House (White with Door – Left) to take a closer look! ♪

▼ Open up the packaging…

▼Set up the wall sides…

▼Insert the floor area into the open holes!

▼Gently insert the latch pins…

▼Complete! 

By the way, the Nendoroid More: Wooden Furniture Set fits into this room like so! (∩・∀・)∩

A lovely home for your favourite Nendoroids!♥

If you come through to the Good Smile Company 15th Anniversary Event you can also play around with the Wood Series for yourself!!

The event runs until the 4th September! We hope to see you there! ♪

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（ ・∀・）　(You can see other events GSC is taking part on…)
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(（ ・∀・）　.｡oO（… on the Official Event Page!)
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Planning Team / Kahotan / Twitter ID：@gsc_kahotan
English Updates: @gsc_kevin


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Takao: Heavy & Light Armament Ver.

Today’s Main Feature!

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I hope everyone is happy with their 2016 Summer memories! I still feel like I need the Summer to last just a little bit longer!!

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at…

Takao: Heavy Armament Ver.!

From the browser game ‘Kantai Collection -KanColle-‘ comes a scale figure of the 1st Takao-class Heavy Cruiser – Takao! This is a special ‘Heavy Armament Ver.’ that will be a new addition to Good Smile Company and Max Factory’s ‘Wonderful Hobby Selection’ series of top-quality figures!

Just like the previously announced Atago, her three 20.3cm Twin Gun Mounts have all been included on this version to completely recreate Takao for fans to enjoy! Her tight skirt, beautiful long legs, slim waist and impressive bosom together with the ship parts all come together to create a figure filled with highlights! A special stand to display her together with her sister ship Atago is also included, so be sure to display the two Takao-class cruisers together in your figure fleet

“Takao, heading out!”

Following on from the previously announced Atago comes a 1/8th scale figure of the 1st Takao-class Heavy cruiser with just as much volume and attention to detail – Takao!!

As usual, the mechanical ship parts contrast with the soft looking body beautifully, making for such a lovely figure! Even the fabric of her outfit has been sculpted with a light, flowing appearance that makes it look so realistic – just look at the way the fabric is pulling on her tight mini skirt!! Not to mention the lovely area between the skirt and her stockings that only have a garter-belt covering up the bare skin! ε=(｡・д・｡)

Just like her younger sister Atago, the large ship parts with multiple double-barrelled turrets have an amazingly mechanical and heavy appearance to them that really catches the eye!

The ship bridge accessory she has hanging from her shoulder has also been included!

But then of course we move onto the soft looking body that contrasts against the mechanical ship parts so nicely!

The appearance of the fabric of her uniform really makes it look so smooth and silky! ε=(｡・д・｡)

The creases in her outfit on the arms and elsewhere have all been captured perfectly! Not to mention that impressive bosom that really stands out with the tight-fitting outfit!

Each and every inch of the figure has been so carefully thought out to create all sorts of different textures through both the sculpt and paintwork! I’m sure you can feel the temperature difference with me when comparing the cold mechanical ship parts to Takao’s warm and soft looking body… !! ヽ(ﾟ◇ﾟ )ﾉ

This angle also captures the curve of her bottom so nicely! I could just stare at it for ages!! I really want to send out my feelings of thanks toward the sculptor for the amazing work!!

Let’s have a quick recap here!

What is the WonHobby Selection?

A selection of products brought to you by Good Smile Company, featuring only the highest quality figures. Meticulous sculptwork, intricate paintwork with unique artistic flair and superior quality products made for those wanting to add only the best to their collection.
Experience the Extraordinary.

You can find a list of all the products in the series over at the WONDERFUL HOBBY SELECTION page: http://www.goodsmile.info/en/whs/

Note that while items in this series are exclusive to the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP in Japan, they are still available as normal from our international partner shops!

Takao: Heavy Armament Ver.!

She’ll be up for preorder from the tomorrow! ♥

Keep your eyes on the Good Smile Company website for more details! ☆

Additionally, just like her younger sister she also comes with an alternate simple version without the ship parts for those who don’t have the space or budget for the full figure! (｡･ω･)ﾉﾞ

Takao: Light Armament Ver.!

From the browser game ‘Kantai Collection -KanColle-‘ comes a scale figure of the 1st Takao-class Heavy Cruiser – Takao! Her tight skirt, beautiful long legs, slim waist and impressive bosom have all been faithfully included on the figure. Be sure to add the powerful and compassionate heavy cruiser to your figure fleet!

“My name is Takao. I’m pleased to see I have such a lovely Admiral.”

Without the ship parts covering up various parts of Takao’s body… you can actually get a nice close look from any angle you please at Takao herself!

Look all you want!! Isn’t she beautiful!! ヽ(●´Д｀●)ﾉ

Looking from above you can also see the detail that has gone into her hair! Each of the strands has a lovely dynamic feeling to it!

Looking from above, looking from below… it doesn’t matter where you look from she looks amazing from any angle! (∩・∀・)∩

Let’s try a lower angle…!

That puzzled, innocent expression and those incredible boobies!!

It actually kind of looks like she is scolding me… I think it’s because of the folded arms and worried eyebrows?

Plus, for those who missed the preorders will also get a second chance to get their hands on Takao’s younger sister! This WONDERFUL HOBBY SELECTION item is also coming back for a second release!

Atago: Heavy Armament Ver.!

The stand in the image above is a temporary one, but Takao will comes with a special stand that allows you to display the two of them together!! They look so perfect displayed together!! ♡

Those who missed out last time, make sure you don’t miss out on preorders this time around!! ε=(｡・д・｡)

⇒　Atago: Heavy Armament Ver.
⇒　Kantai Collection -KanColle- Products

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Nendoroid Osomatsu Matsuno

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I saw they were selling oden in the convenience store yesterday and it make it feel even more like Autumn was well on the way! Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at a figure that recently went on sale…

Nendoroid Osomatsu Matsuno!

This figure has been lined-up on store shelves since yesterday! I hope everyone who picked him up has been giving him lots of love! You can find out more about the product over on the product page: http://www.goodsmile.info/en/product/5624/

The Osomatsu-san Nendoroid series has a slightly more compact packaging compared to most Nendoroids, but inside you will still find alternate expression parts, bent arm parts and accessories that make for all sorts of fun posing opportunities! (=´∀｀)人(´∀｀=)

▲ This is how the inner packaging looks! ♫

Plus as you may have noticed the third expression is blank! You’ll find the stickers to place on this blank expression…

Attached to the back of the cardboard found in the box!

▲ The expression are placed in a packet to keep them safe!

 

Not only that, but you’ll find that each packet comes with TWO sets of the same stickers! (=ﾟωﾟ)ﾉ
▲ This is so if you happen to make a mistake you have a second chance!

Let’s try sticking on of the expressions on the blank face!★


▽ First peel the thin sheet off the top of the sticker you want!

▽ Next, peel the sticker itself off the sheet… 

▽ Using the nose as a guide for the center, carefully place the eyes on the blank face.

▽ Then do the same for the mouth sticker!

Gently press on the stickers into place…

＼　COMPLETE!　／

Those who ordered from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will also have received a special round base and two bonus blank expressions!! (●‘∀‘●)ﾉ”

▲ Nendoroid Osomatsu Matsuno’s GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP bonus!

The bonus above unfortunately won’t be included if you purchased from other stores, but if you want to change your stand into a stand with the Matsu mark there is another option! Simply cut out the mark from the window of the packaging…

To create a handmade Matsu Stand!
Where there’s a will there’s a way! I look forward to seeing what everyone else will create with their Nendoroid Osomatsu Matsuno!! ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟヽ 三 ﾉﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ
Be sure to add the oldest of the Matsuno brothers to your collection!
He is on sale now! ♥

By the way, the second of the Matsuno brothers, Nendoroid Karamatsu Matsuno will be arriving at stores next month! Look forward to adding him to your collection too! ♪

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Nendoroid Co-de Haruka Amami & Miki Hoshii: Twinkle Star Co-de

Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I am still unable to accept that we are already headed into September from half way through this week! The temperatures are already headed toward Autumn weather but there are still many Summer things I need to do!! Like enjoy shaved ice at least three more times!!

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at the latest in the Nendoroid Co-de series! ☆

Right: Nendoroid Co-de Haruka Amami Twinkle Star Co-de!
Left: Nendoroid Co-de Miki Hoshii Twinkle Star Co-de!

The idols from THE IDOLMASTER PLATINUM STARS are joining the Nendoroid Co-de series! Apologies for the wait since they were announced at WonFes! There two will be up for preorder starting from tomorrow, the 30th August 2016! ヽ(´∀`｡)ﾉ

The outfits differ in various ways between the characters , but all have the same white-blue coloring with the golden stars that create an outfit that really is just perfect for idols! The reverse side of the outfits have also been very carefully sculpted!


▲ Event the little ribbon on the socks is sculpted on! ♪

Let’s take a closer look at each of them! (∩・∀・)∩

Nendoroid Co-de Haruka Amami Twinkle Star Co-de!

From ‘THE IDOLMASTER PLATINUM STARS’ comes a Nendoroid Co-de figure of 765 Production’s Haruka Amami! She is wearing the ‘Twinkle Star’ outfit which was newly added to the PLATINUM STARS game!

The blue base outfit is filled with stars making it the perfect stage outfit for any idol wanting to shine on stage! Be sure to display her with Nendoroid Co-de Miki Hoshii: Twinkle Star Co-de which will be available for order at the same time!

Heading straight for her dreams! The bright and straightforward idol!

Haruka-san ready to spread her cheerful personality to all of her fans and her producer with her gentle, friendly smile! In place of her normal trademark ribbon this outfit has blue hair-clips! ♥

She is posed waving her hand while standing up on one leg for a pose very suiting to an idol on stage!

From the back you can see the pleated skirt with a golden line around it, as well as the lovely blue ribbon tired on the back and even the way her hair is curling around at the back! The attention to the smaller details is really such a pleasure to enjoy!!ヽ(●´Д｀●)ﾉ

Nendoroid Co-de Miki Hoshii: Twinkle Star Co-de!

From ‘THE IDOLMASTER PLATINUM STARS’ comes a Nendoroid Co-de figure of 765 Production’s Miki Hoshii! She is wearing the ‘Twinkle Star’ outfit which was newly added to the PLATINUM STARS game!

The blue base outfit is filled with stars making it the perfect stage outfit for any idol wanting to shine on stage! Be sure to display her with Nendoroid Co-de Haruka Amami: Twinkle Star Co-de which will be available for order at the same time!

The good-looking, extremely talented idol who takes things at her own pace!☆

The super-idol Miki with a mature smile on her face, ready to capture the hearts of all her fans once again! Even in Nendoroid size you can see the perfect proportions that make Miki the perfect idol she is! ♥

Miki-chan is posed with one arm clinging onto herself with the other hand out in the three-finger peace pose! The gentle smile gives her a rather grown-up appearance! ★


▲ I’m sure you can spot the main difference compared to Haruka-san!

Anyway, let’s stop here for a second for…

A Quick Nendoroid Co-de Recap!


Nendoroid Co-de is an addition to the Nendoroid series based on the theme of dressing-up characters! The figures have fixed poses and each come with four parts – the head, upper garment, lower garment and shoes. Each of these parts can be swapped between characters allowing for all sorts of possibilities. The more you collect, the more dress-up options become available to you!

In other words…! They are simple fixed pose Nendoroids, great for new collectors, with the ability to dress-up in various ways!

They are designed to be fun for Nendoroid collectors to collect, and for younger fans to enjoy playing with and creating all sorts of new dress coordination! You can see all the figures released so far over on the..

Nendoroid Co-de Special Website!♪

Here you can find out more about the Nendoroid Co-de series as well as see all the products that have joined the series so far! ☆

But let’s get back to today’s stars…

…did you notice anything different?!

The two idols have switched outfits! ε=(｡・д・｡)

Swapping out the outfit also switches the entire pose for the character, which really creates a completely different feel for them! Plus, outfits can be switched around like this for any characters in the Nendoroid Co-de series, which means you can create some amazing original outfit combinations! ♥︎

For example, let’s take the two Aromageddon girls from PriPara and switch outfits with the IDOLM@STER girls!

Left
Head: Aroma Kurosu – Holic Trick Classic Cyalume Co-de
Upper/Lower/Shoes: Haruka Amami: Twinkle Star Co-de

Right
Head: Mikan Shiratama – Silky Heart Cyalume Co-de
Upper/Lower/Shoes: Nendoroid Co-de Miki Hoshii: Twinkle Star Co-de

Left
Head: Nendoroid Co-de Miki Hoshii: Twinkle Star Co-de
Upper/Lower/Shoes: Mikan Shiratama – Silky Heart Cyalume Co-de

Right
Head: Haruka Amami: Twinkle Star Co-de
Upper/Lower/Shoes: Aroma Kurosu – Holic Trick Classic Cyalume Co-de

This is just one of the thousands of combinations you can now make if you have a couple of Nendoroid Co-de figures! I can’t wait to see photos of other original outfit coordinations from fans!! ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟヽ 三 ﾉﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ

Nendoroid Co-de Haruka Amami: Twinkle Star Co-de!
Nendoroid Co-de Miki Hoshii: Twinkle Star Co-de!

They will both be up for preorder tomorrow! ☆

Keep your eyes on the Good Smile Company website for more information!! ♪

Plus we also have these two products on the way!! (｡･ω･)ﾉﾞ

Nendoroid Co-de Takane Shijou: Twinkle Star Co-de!

Nendoroid Co-de Yayoi Takatsuki: Twinkle Star Co-de!

Look forward to them! ☆

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Nendoroid Libeccio

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Buon giorno everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

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

From the popular browser game ‘Kantai Collection -KanColle-‘ comes a Nendoroid of the Maestrale-class Italian destroyer, Libeccio! She comes with three face plates including her standard expression, a half-damaged expression as well as a cute chibi expression with clenched teeth.

She also comes with effect parts to display her turrets and torpedoes firing to display her in combat scenes! An emergency inflatable boat is also included which will allow Libeccio to help out her fellow ships! In addition, parts to recreate the limited edition Halloween outfit are also included allowing for even more posing opportunities! Be sure to add her to your fleet!

“Let me show what makes Italian destroyers so amazing! Nendoroid Libeccio, heading out!”

Lovely tanned skin, cute moe fang and no-sleeve sailor outfit! The Maestrale-class Italian destroyer, Libeccio is joining the Nendoroid series! The white, red and green colors of her outfit make one think of the Italian flag, with the scarf and skirt fluttering around giving her such a cute appearance! (∩・∀・)∩

This is how she looks from the back!

▲ The inflatable boats and little propellers are all included on her chibi design!

Her twin-tails feature Nendoroid joints so you can display her with the southwest wind blowing through her hair! The turrets on the side of her ship parts as well as the brace that supports them can be moved around like so! (●‘∀‘●)ﾉ”

You can easily adjust the angle to match whatever pose you wish to place her in! Plus you can also place her in combat scenes by making use of the turret firing effect parts!

She also comes with torpedo launching effect parts!

As well as this cute chibi face with clenched teeth based on her MVP line!!

It really captures her cute, innocent character so nicely!!

Plus…!

”Don’t attack me while I’m helping others!”

She also comes with a half-damaged expression! (´□｀｡)

The cute expression just about to shed a tear! It does make her look a little more mature compared to her other playful expressions! Plus she also comes with a large inflatable boat based on her lines from the game!☆

You can even have others ride on it! ヽ(ﾟ◇ﾟ )ﾉ

Just think of all the other Kanmusu or other Nendoroids you could save from the perils of the sea!But there is still more!!

“How does this look? Does it suit me?”

She comes complete with the Limited Edition Halloween Costume!! ♪

Not only does she come with a completely different body, but all her ship parts are also converted in to Halloween mode!!

▲ Even the candy in the basket has been carefully sculpted!

The parts above can also be placed wherever you like! ♡

The huge selection of optional parts and expressions allow for all sorts of original situations for fans to enjoy!

Be sure to add the adorable Libe-chan to your collection! 
Nendoroid Libeccio!

She’ll be up for preorder from the 30th August 2016!

Keep your eyes on the Good Smile Company Website around noon for more information!

Plus orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include the usual Kancolle Nendoroid bonus – a Nendoroid Libeccio Box Sleeve and Special Nendoroid Base as a bonus! (●´ω｀●)

Be sure to consider it when preordering! Also don’t forget this this fellow Kanmusu is currently up for preorder – but only until stock runs out!

Nendoroid Musashi!

From the popular browser game ‘Kantai Collection -KanColle-‘ comes a Nendoroid of the second Yamato-class battleship, Musashi! She comes with three face plates including her gallant standard expression, an embarrassed expression and a half-damaged expression.

Just like Nendoroid Yamato, her ship parts are attached with Nendoroid joints which allow them to be opened out. A smaller 46cm triple gun mount that attaches to her hips as well as two huge turrets that connect onto the main ship parts are included. Each turret also comes complete with effect parts which means you can pose her firing all her weapons in an all out attack!

A castella cake and sara udon are included as the usual KanColle food parts, and she also comes with parts that allow you to switch her into ‘Musashi Kai’ form! A special hand part for holding hands with the previously released Nendoroid Yamato is even included for some joint poses! Enjoy all sorts of situations with the huge selection of parts included with Nendoroid Musashi!

⇒ Product Details Here!

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Nendoroid Meta Knight

Hi everyone! Suwabe (@gsc_suwabe)  from the Corporate Planning Division here! I love round things, which is to be expected as the human mind apparently is attracted to anything symmetrical!

Today I’m going to be taking a look at…

Nendoroid Meta Knight!

From the popular ‘Kirby’ game series comes a Nendoroid of Meta Knight! Just like the previously released Nendoroid Kirby, Meta Knight makes use of magnets for posing, making his movements smooth and easy to place in all sorts of different positions!

He also comes with a selection of optional parts including his sword together with large effect parts to display him slashing with the sword. You can also display him wearing his cape as well as transformed into his flying version with interchangeable wing parts! He even comes with parts that allow you to change the direction he is looking allowing for all sorts of awesome Meta Knight poses!

I’ve been waiting for this one!! 

Following on from the previously released Nendoroid Kirby comes a similar Nendoroid of his rival – Meta Knight! While the design still has that cute Nendoroid appeal it also makes use of magnets just like Kirby which allow for all sorts of different posing opportunities!

Almost everyone in the offices as well as myself have absolutely loved Nendoroid Kirby, so getting another Nendoroid that makes use of the amazing magnet attachments makes me so happy!!

▲ Nendoroid Meta Night will also move with magnets like this!

There is currently a Kirby cafe being run which also makes use of Nendoroid Kirby!! The one in Tokyo starts tomorrow at Solamachi! I definitely need to go visit!

▲ Search Twitter for #カービィカフェねんどろ写真館 and you’ll mind many more photos! (*´ω`*)

Palm-sized Balls of Cuteness! ♡

The design is quite different to normal Nendoroids, so there are a few frequently asked questions I want to clear up for fans of Meta Knight and Nendoroids! (｀･ω･´)

★How do you change the way he is looking?

The silver mask can be removed and then you simply need to replace the V-shaped eye parts! There are three different variations to match with your pose – one looking straight, one to the left and one to the right!

★Are the back accessories also magnets?

It wouldn’t be Meta Knight without his cape and wing parts! These parts however are not magnets, but instead simply attachable parts! The wings are in fact Nendoroid joins which allow you to pose him flying through the air and have the wings at various different angles!

▲ As a GIF it really looks like he is flapping his wings!

He also of course comes with a Nendoroid stand which means you can display the actual figure floating in the air as well as in various other poses!

★ How does he hold the sword?

Nendoroid Meta Knight’s hand parts can be swapped out at his shoulder armor. You simply need to switch to the right hand and then insert the sword into his hand!

▲ The shiny sword is very nicely detailed!

Displayed with Kirby!

▲I didn’t mean for them to fight, but it looks like they are!

★How do you make the effect parts look good?

The effect parts attach to the sword to make more a more epic, dynamic pose! The problem is that the weight of the effect parts makes posing quite difficult… but that is why the effect parts come with their own little stand to hold it up allowing for an amazing battle scene!


▲ Displayed with Kirby and his fire effect parts! (੭ु´･ω･`)੭ु⁾⁾

I enjoyed Kirby’s photos so much, so I can’t wait to see everyone’s photos once Meta Knight is released! (*´ω`*)
Nendoroid Meta Knight!

He is up for preorder from today!

Nendoroid Meta Knight (GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP)
http://goodsmileshop.com/en/p/GSC_NEN_WD_00669/

Preorders are open until the 21st September 2016 at 21:00JST!

Anyway that’s all from me for today! See you all again soon!

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