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Nendoroid and figma Snow Miku 2018!

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at the designs for the Nendoroid and figma of the the 2018 Snow Miku! The theme this time around was “Winter and Animals of Hokkaido”! We received a huge number of entries, but the eventual winner was none other than this lovely design!

Thanks to everyone who voted during the live broadcast or online!!

Let’s see how the design looks when transformed into Nendoroid and figma size! (∩・∀・)∩

Nendoroid Snow Miku: Crane Priestess Ver.!

Snow Miku is all dressed up in a priestess outfit! She looks so majestic and proud while still remaining so very cute!! (‘-‘*)(,_,*)(‘-‘*)(,_,*)

She also comes with a variety of parts that are all amazing detailed, including the kagura bell and fan above!

The hood can also be removed as you can see in the photo below! ♪

figma Snow Miku: Crane Priestess ver.!

The Snow Miku priestess, dancing in the snow as a figma!

Just imagine all the elegant poses you can form with this figma! The expression on her face has a lovely gentle feel to it, but also adds a bit of a mysterious air…

▲ The designs on the sleeves and the gradient on her legs have been carefully included!

Aren’t they beautiful?!

Both will also comes with lots more optional parts as well as alternate expressions, but you’ll have to wait and see what those are! (*´ｪ`*)

The reason these have been revealed is that they are currently on display at the Snow Miku Streetcar 2018 Private Viewing! ♪

The project planner for Miku, Hamako (@gsc_hama) was away on a trip to Shanghai so Akane Eiseihei (@akane_mxf ) and myself came down to Hokkaido to see the streetcar and take some photos for today’s blog! (｀・ω・´)ゞ

▲ The various Miku photos and illustrations on the streetcar!

The design not only features photos of both the Nendoroid and figma, but also includes the 2018 Snow Miku main illustration drawn by Yasumo-san! ♪

▲She has a more grown-up look compared to the normal Miku!

The overall design has an elegant yet cute look with a bit of a Japanese-style design to match this year’s Snow Miku! ♡

▲The stylish colors with golden highlights make for a lovely design!

The inside was also filled with Miku-san! ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟヽ 三 ﾉﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ

Even Snow Mikudayo- came to take a look!☆

I even managed to capture her amazing movements on camera! ♥

This streetcar will actually be used in Sapporo, Hokkaido from the 27th November 2017 through to the 27th March 2018! Be sure to take a ride or even just a look if you are in the area!! ε-(o´ω｀o) 

⇒  MORE DETAILS (Japanese)

 

Last but not least, let’s take a look at how you can get your hands on her!

 

SNOW MIKU 2018 (Sapporo Snow Festival)

In order to purchase at this event you will need to apply for an exchange ticket beforehand.

■PRICE

Nendoroid Snow Miku: Twinkle Snow Ver.
¥6,000 (Max 1 per person)

figma Snow Miku: Twinkle Snow Ver.
¥6,000 (Max 1 per person)

Please note that sales at this event require you to apply for an exchange ticket. These tickets will be distributed through a raffle system.

– 1st Set –

▼ Application Period
28th November 2017 – 4th December 2017 at 23:59

▼ Results Announcement
8th December 2017

– 2nd Set –

▼ Application Period
12th December 2017 – 18th December 2017 at 23:59

▼ Results Announcement
21st December 2017

– Final Set –

13th January 2018 from 12:00~ (first come, first serve while stock lasts)

●Application Website

http://eplus.jp/snowmiku2018/
*Applications are only accepted on this website.

●Product Exchange Schedule

If you are selected to receive an exchange ticket, you can receive your product at the following times at the event!
YOU HAVE TO BE AT THE EVENT TO EXCHANGE YOUR TICKET FOR THE PRODUCT.

  • 10th February 2018 (10:00 ~ 18:00)
  • 11th February 2018 (10:00 ~ 18:00)

* You will be required to select the exchange time from the above six options.
* You can apply for a ticket multiple times, but may only exchange one ticket per person at the event.

●Product Exchange Location

Sapporo Factory Room Special Exchange Booth

*Please ensure you were selected to receive an exchange ticket and confirm the time and date before arriving.
*You CANNOT exchange the ticket for a product after the event.

 

WONDER FESTIVAL 2018 (Winter)

This product will be available at the WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!! booth at WONDER FESTIVAL 2018 taking place on the 18th February at the Makuhari Messe. Stay tuned for more information!

⇒　WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!!

Plus as usual, we will also have online orders take place after WonFes for those who wish to order!

These orders will be made to order which means you will get the products a little later, but it ensures that anyone can be sure to get their hands on the figures!! You can find more information on the WonFes website above at a later date!

◆SNOW MIKU 2018 Official Site
http://snowmiku.com/2018/

▲SNOW MIKU 2018 Illustration by Yasumo

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雪ミク＆ラビット・ユキネ衣装原案2018：鯛ちゃどん
ラビット・ユキネ原案：nekosumi
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Iowa Half-Damaged: Heavy Armament Ver. (Kantai Collection -KanColle-)

Today’s Main Feature!

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at Max Factory’s…
Iowa Half-Damaged: Heavy Armament Ver.!

From the popular browser game ‘Kantai Collection -KanColle-‘ comes a new addition to Good Smile Company and Max Factory’s “Wonderful Hobby Selection” series of top quality figures – the US Iowa-class battleship Iowa in her half-damaged version!

The damaged appearance of her ship parts such as the bent gun turrets, broken bow and bridge have all been carefully sculpted and painted to create a convincing damaged appearance! The torn tights showing off her soft looking skin, as well as her beautiful long blond hair and playful expression have been detailed to create a cute figure of Iowa for fans to enjoy by their side!

“Ouch! You hit me pretty hard…
but I’ll get my pay back! Just you wait!”

Perhaps one of the most impressive battleships ever built, the USA’s Iowa has been transformed into a half-damaged scale figure for fans to enjoy!

▲Golden blond hair, a stunning body and a playful wink!

Not to mention the ship parts that give the figure some really impressive volume! (｡･ω･)ﾉﾞ

Iowa has previously been released as both a Nendoroid and a figma with equally impressive ship parts included with both!

– Nendoroid Iowa –

▲Released April 2017

 

– figma Iowa –

▲ Released June 2017

The “half-damaged” figure lives up to its name with various little details all over to convey the damage! (´□｀｡)

▲ A chunk of metal taken out from the turret! (・∀・)

▲ The damage is not only sculpted, but also painted onto the design!

▲ Even the inside of parts that broken parts can
be seen when you look through the holes!♪

Of course the ship parts are only one side to this figure!! She also has a very beautiful body for fans to enjoy as well!! ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟヽ 三 ﾉﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ

Her body looks so very soft and squeezable!! Just looking at her makes me reflexively want to reach and and touch her! (/ω＼)

The torn appearance of her mini-skirt and other damaged parts of her outfit have all been sculpted in lovely detail! Be sure to take a look from all sorts of angles once she joins your collection!

If you look up at her impressive bust from a lower angle you get a good feel for just how big and heavy the Iowa Battleship was!! ♥

Another area that I personally really like are her legs!!

Just look at the way the torn stockings are pressing against her skin!! It has been captured so beautifully! I want to run my finger along them and feel the bumps along the way!! (*´ｪ`*)

Be sure to add the USA Battleship to your collection!

Iowa Half-Damaged: Heavy Armament Ver.!

She is currently up for preorder!

⇒ PRODUCT DETAILS

Preorders are open until the 12th October 2017 at 12:00JST!

This product is the latest addition to the  WONDERFUL HOBBY SELECTION!

The WONDERFUL HOBBY SELECTION is a set 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.

Here is a look at all the items in the series so far! (・∀・)

⇒ OFFICIAL SITE

Also note that there is also a cheaper, more simple version available!
Iowa Half-Damaged: Light Armament Ver.!

From the popular browser game ‘Kantai Collection -KanColle-‘ comes a figure of the US Iowa-class battleship “Iowa” in her half-damaged version! The damaged outfit reveals her impressive body for fans to enjoy from any angle they please! Be sure to add the powerful battleship that knows no shame to your collection!

“Oh shit… I’m going to have to make use of Japan’s high-performance baths…”

This version doesn’t include the huge ship parts… but you can still enjoy Iowa…

From this angle…

that angle…

and even this angle!

Be sure to take a closer look once she joins your fleet! ヽ(●´Д｀●)ﾉ

⇒ PRODUCT DETAILS

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Preorder Deadlines!!

Preorders for many products at the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP are closing soon! Here are the products closing next week!


⇒ MORE DETAILS

All Good Smile Company products are made to order, so if you want to be sure that you get your hands on them preordering is always the safest bet! Make sure you don’t miss out! (∩・∀・)∩

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Nikkari Aoe (Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-)

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at…
The 1/8th Scale Nikkari Aoe!

From the popular browser and smartphone game “Touken Ranbu -ONLINE-” comes a 1/8th scale figure of Nikkari Aoe based on his standard standing illustration from the game! His charming facial expression, white cloak and long hair blowing in the wind have all been captured in careful detail to capture the mysterious Aoe in figure form. The sculpt has captured Aoe’s character in beautiful detail and he is ready to stand by your side, so be sure to add him to your collection!

“Oh? Are you interested in me?”

The famous sword said to even be able to cut through ghosts, Nikkari Aoe is being transformed into a handsome scale figure!

The large white cloak he has draped over his shoulder makes use of translucent parts to faithfully capture the see-through look from the original illustration!

▲ He looks great from the back too! ♪

Note that the armored parts of his outfit have a shiny glossy finish, while the belt and other areas have a semi-matte finish to give them that leathery appearance!

Plus just look at all the creases in his outfit! They have all been sculpted in such intricate detail – the way they are done really make it look like the clothes are being “worn”, if you know what I mean. You can really imagine the body underneath the clothes thanks to the way they are creased. (‘-‘*)(,_,*)(‘-‘*)(,_,*)

His beautiful long hair has also been carefully preserved, with the unique colors recreated with a gentle gradient effect! ♡

▲ The ponytail blowing about behind him… so very beautiful!

The soft appearance of the white fabric has also been preserved through the sculpt – the gentle outline and coloring make it appear to have a soft and thin texture! ★

▲ Long legs with a positioned crease in the center of the pants for style!

The figure was sculpted by Max Factory’s Nanako!

The first time I saw the figure I thought it had to be Nanako!

Here are some other Touken figures also sculpted by Nanako… (*´∀｀)ノ

– Kogitsunemaru –

▲ Released January 2016

– Tsurumaru Kuninaga –

▲ Released August 2016

– Nakigitsune –

▲ Released December 2016

– Monoyoshi Sadamune –

▲Planned to release July 2017

They have all been sculpted with such careful attention to the original illustrations! It is always amazing to see Nanako’s work!

Just take a look at this particular part on Aoe!

That wrist bone and palm…! (´□｀｡)

Nikkari Aoe doesn’t show off a lot of bare skin, but this one little gap gives you a little peek! The closed hand holding the fabric and the joints of his fingers to create that motion have all been sculpted with so much detail!!

His refreshing gaze as well as the hair covering up his other eye have also all been included, plus of course that mysterious smile of his!

The exquisite look of those lips!! (/ω＼)

The charm of the illustration has been transformed into a figure so very perfectly! It’s as if the illustration just jumped into the 3D world!!

The shape of his lips also look great from a higher angle!

There are all sorts of angles to be enjoyed! Be sure to find your favorite once he joins your collection!! ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟヽ 三 ﾉﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ

The 1/8th Scale Nikkari Aoe!

He’ll be up for preorder from tomorrow!

Plus all orders of Nikkari Aoe from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include a Nikkari Aoe Sword Charm as a bonus! ★

Be sure to consider it when preordering!

Plus don’t forget that Mikazuki Munechika: Awakened Ver. is also currently available for preorder!

⇒ PRODUCT DETAILS

We also made a TV commercial for Mikazuki! Be sure to take a look! ♪

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SUMMER WONFES INFORMATION!!!

⇒ http://whl4u.jp/en/

The product and booth information for the Good Smile Company and Max Factory’s joint booth at WonFes “WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!!” has been announced today!! Be sure to take a look at the site above for more details!! ヽ(●´Д｀●)ﾉ

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Megurine Luka: Temptation Ver. (Hatsune Miku -Project DIVA- F 2nd)

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

Max Factory’s 1/7th Scale:

Megurine Luka: Temptation Ver.!

From SEGA’s popular rhythm game “Hatsune Miku -Project DIVA- F 2nd” comes a 1/7th scale figure of Megurine Luka wearing her Temptation module! The sexy outfit brings out her seductive charm, and has been preserved in perfect detail by sculptor Grizzry Panda!

Luka’s impressive curves, the meticulous detail on her outfit, flow of her hair and the way the finger inside her stocking stretches it out are just a few of the highlights the figure has to offer! She also comes with an interchangeable face part that allows you to display her without her mask. Be sure to add the charming Megurine Luka to you collection and enjoy her beauty by your side whenever you like!

Manufacturer: Max Factory
Category: 1/7th Scale
Release Date: 2018/03
Sculptor: Grizzry Panda
Paintwork: Hajime Akimoto

Ready to tempt you with her stunning beauty!

A figure of Megurine Luka based on her “Temptation” module from the Hatsune Miku -Project DIVA- F 2nd rhythm game!

Here are some previous works by the same sculptor, Grizzry Panda ♪

▼ Released January 2017
Hatsune Miku: Orange Blossom Ver.

▼ Releasing November 2017
Hatsune Miku: Heart Hunter Ver.

Grizzry Panda also somehow creates such a dynamic appearance for figures that are perfectly still! Just like all the previous works, this time Megurine Luka: Temptation Ver. is just as beautifully detailed and also captures that feeling of movement so nicely!

▼ Let’s start off with a 360° look! ♪

There are many different point I want to take a closer look at, so let’s get started with come close-ups! ♡

Temptation Point 1: Flank

Just look at this sexy opening in her outfit!!!

▼A Closer Look!

A rather unique outfit with a cut out the side gives a delicious look at the bare skin of her flank! I have to send my thanks to hatsuko, the designer of the module!

Temptation Point 2: Bottom

The tight fitting pants make sure her beautiful bottom could be sculpted to really show off the shape and curves for everyone to enjoy! You need to take a nice close look – and feel – once she joins your collection!

Temptation Point 3: Hands

Both the right hand…

and the left hand…

They create such an audacious look!!

Such an amazing pose! ＼(^o^)／

The left hand is touching slipping into the opening of her top, while the right hand has the thumb slipping down into her stocking! Both such teasing gestures that really bring out the “Temptation” name in the figure!

There is one more great feature about the figure as well!
The mask can be removed! ♡

Getting a look at something that was previously hidden away always gets me excited! Another part included is also included as a preorder bonus…

A Bunny Ear Alice-band! ♡

This is a preorder bonus only included with orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP! ♪

Add a new temptation for your collection! ♡

Megurine Luka: Temptation Ver.!

She’ll be up for preorder from the 27th June 2017!


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Module Design: hatsuko
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figma Shoyo Hinata (Haikyu!!)

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

I was just watching a special recipe for tamago kake gohan and it made me rather hungry. I never knew there were so many different types to choose from, and even specialist restaurants!

Anyway, today I’m going to be taking a look at a figure celebrating his birthday on the 21st June…
figma Shoyo Hinata!

From the popular anime and manga series ‘Haikyu!!’ comes a figma of Karasuno High School Volleyball Club’s ultimate decoy, Shoyo Hinata!

· The smooth yet posable figma joints allow you to act out a variety of different scenes.
· A flexible plastic is used for important areas, allowing proportions to be kept without compromising posability.
· He comes with three face plates including a calm and composed expression, a serious expression to pose him during a match as well as a lively smiling expression.
· Accessories include a volleyball, net parts and a drink bottle to recreate various scenes from the court.
· An articulated figma stand is included, which allows various poses to be taken.

A figma of the “Ultimate Decoy” from Karasuno High School’s volleyball team!

The long awaited first Haikyu! figma is none other than Shoyo Hinata, Karasuno High School’s “Ultimate Decoy”! His iconic spiky hairstyle as well as the Karasuno High team uniform and even his shoes and other accessories have all been sculpted in lovely detail!

▲ He looks just as great from the back! ♪

The figma comes with a nice selection of interchangeable hand parts allowing for various poses, and he also comes with three different face plates to choose from! ε=(｡・д・｡)

– Composed Face –

Such a calm, composed yet valiant expression!

You can really see his devotion to volleyball through those eyes!

– Serious Face –

The perfect expression to capture Hinata going for a spike!

The sharp eyes and shouting mouth really bring out the tension of the shot! Another thing that really shines about this particular pose is when you look at his shoes from the back!! ヽ(ﾟ◇ﾟ )ﾉ

The sole design has been faithfully included!

This level of detail on an action figure is what makes the figma series so impressive!! There is also a joint included at the very tip of his toes for slightly different nuances while posing!

– Smiling Face Plate –

Such an innocent and cheerful smile! (*´Д｀*)ﾉ

His love for the sport comes out in his smile so beautifully… plus he also comes with parts that bring out the feel of the volleyball court even more!

– Volleyball Net & Ball –

An extra long figma stand is even included allowing you to display Hinata showing off his incredible jump! It’s a scene right out of the series! (´□｀｡)

The net is made with a clear sheet of plastic with lines printed on it! Simply just placing it beside the figma brings out the atmosphere so much more!

▲ Obviously the volleyball itself is also included with the figure! ♪

– Drink Bottle –

Wiping his mouth after a drink of water!!

The bottle also comes with a special hand that allows him to hold it with ease!

A total of three face plates, various accessories and interchangeable hand parts! So many display options for Hinata once he joins your collection! ♥

Here is is compared with his Nendoroid! (*´∀｀)ノ

▲figma is approx. 14.5cm, Nendoroid is approx. 10cm in height!

If anyone owns a Nendoroid but has never had a figma, this should give you a good feel for the size of a figma figure! (∩・∀・)∩

▲ Chibi and not chibi! They each have their own good points! ♪

For those who are unfamiliar with the figma series, you can find out more about them on the official figma site! Simply put, they are a collection of PVC action figures that incorporate both “Beauty” and “Articulation”! In other words they not only look great, but can also be posed in all sorts of different ways!

You can even pose them in original poses such as this sitting pose!

Be sure to move him around in all sorts of ways once he joins your collection!

Add the “Ultimate Decoy” that never gives up to your collection!

figma Shoyo Hinata

He’ll be up for preorder tomorrow!

In addition, purchases from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will include a Tempted Face Plate as a bonus! ( ✧Д✧)

Be sure to consider it when preordering!

Also don’t forget that Nendoroid Daichi Sawamura is currently up for preorder!★

⇒ PRODUCT DETAILS
⇒ BLOG REVIEW

 

GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP BONUS

▲Nendoroid Plus Rubber Strap:
Daichi Sawamura Reliable Captain Ver.

 

 

Plus we also have two more Nendoroids announced and on the way!

Nendoroid Lev Haiba and Nendoroid Morisuke Yaku! (●‘∀‘●)ﾉ”

　

Stay tuned for updates! ☆

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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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English Updates: @gsc_kevin

 
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Nendoroid and figma Snow Miku 2017

Hello everyone!! Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

Today we’re going to be taking a look at the 2017…
Snow Miku Figures!! ♡

The theme for the 2017 Snow Miku was ‘Stars and Constellations of Hokkaido’s Winter’! We received a huge selection of entries for the design, but the winner this time around was this lovely illustration by Nishina!

In addition, we also got this adorable design for Rabbit Yukine illustrated by LF to display together with Snow Miku!

In the past, all the votes for these outfits were done on a livestream on NicoNico Douga, but this time around we made a special site to vote allowing fans all around the world to get their votes in! ♡

A big thank you to everyone who voted!!

Let’s take a look at how the figures have turned out this time around… starting with the Nendoroid!! ♪ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟヽ 三 ﾉﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ

Nendoroid Snow Miku: Twinkle Snow Ver.!

This Winter, Snow Miku will descend from the starry night sky!

This year’s Snow Miku has been sculpted by GSC’s Takuya Ichihashi! She has such a romantic and yet still so cute appearance to her!! The soft, airy design of her outfit with long sleeves and lovely frills, her sparkling twin-tails and those ribbons in her hair with a music score written along them… the details are amazing!!

She also comes with a magical baton to display her conducting a Winter symphony! ♪

There are also a lot of parts that bring out the ‘starry sky’ theme nicely!

Moving on, we also have…

figma Snow Miku: Twinkle Snow ver.!

Snow Miku’s twinkling symphony sounds through the starry skies!

This innocent Snow Miku with a brilliant smile on her face brings out that fairy-tail atmosphere so well!! The music stand and sheet music included with her are so amazingly detailed, and the winking expression on Rabbit Yukine’s face is also a lovely touch! ♪

Plus, she also comes with this!!

A special crescent-moon shaped base!! ☆

Other accessories and expressions will also be included, so stay tuned!!

Look forward to a romantic evening under the stars with Snow Miku figures this winter!!

These two items are currently being displayed in the Snow Miku 2017 Train currently on display in Hokkaido! The planner behind the figure Hamako went down to Hokkaido to take some photos of the bus as well as the display inside! Take a look! ♡

The train features photos of Nendoroid and figma Snow Miku as well as all new illustrations by the comet!  Just look how cute this main visual of the 2017 Snow Miku is!! ♡

▲ I’m sure this train will take me away to a romantic star filled sky!

Inside the train you’ll find both figures on display! ヽ(´∀`｡)ﾉﾟ

▲ The display case even follows the starry skies theme!

From their intricate hair sculpts to the details on the cute little outfits! There is so much to enjoy on both of the figures!!

I can’t wait to add them to my collection!!

The adverts inside the train are also all Snow Miku related! ☆


▲ An advert for a DIVA Module too! ♪

The 2017 Snow Miku will also be transformed into…
A DIVA Module for the games!!

She has such a magical charm to her!!

Once she has been released you will be able to use her in your favorite songs in the arcade game!

▲ Keep your eyes on the Weekly DIVA Station for a schedule!

Plus this time around we were once again visited by this special guest… Snow Mikudayo-san!!

This streetcar will be actually used on the rails in Hokkaido from the 21st November until the 26th March 2017! Be sure to keep an eye out for it if you’re in the area! (●‘∀‘●)ﾉ”

⇒ MORE DETAILS

Anyway, let’s move onto how you can add these figures to your collection! There are a couple of ways!

SNOW MIKU 2017 (Sapporo Snow Festival)

In order to purchase at this event you will need to apply for an exchange ticket beforehand.

PRICE

Nendoroid Snow Miku: Twinkle Snow Ver.

¥5,500 (Max 1 per person)

figma Snow Miku: Twinkle Snow Ver.

¥6,000 (Max 1 per person)

Exchange Ticket Schedule

Please note that sales at this event require you to apply for an exchange ticket. These tickets will be distributed through a raffle system.

– 1st Set –

▼ Application Period
22nd November 2016 – 5th December 2016 at 23:59

▼ Results Announcement
9th December 2016

– 2nd Set –

▼ Application Period
13th December 2016 – 19th December 2016 at 23:59

▼ Results Announcement
22nd December 2016

Application Website

http://eplus.jp/snowmiku2017/
*Applications are only accepted on this website.

Product Exchange Schedule

If you are selected to receive an exchange ticket, you can receive your product at the following times at the event!
YOU HAVE TO BE AT THE EVENT TO EXCHANGE YOUR TICKET FOR THE PRODUCT.

  • 11th February 2017 (12:00 / 13:50 / 15:00)
  • 12th February 2017 (12:00 / 13:50 / 15:00)

* You will be required to select the exchange time from the above six options.
* You can apply for a ticket multiple times, but may only exchange one ticket per person at the event.

Product Exchange Location

Sapporo Factory Hall Special Exchange Booth

*Please ensure you were selected to receive an exchange ticket and confirm the time and date before arriving.
*You CANNOT exchange the ticket for a product after the event.

Inquiries Regarding the Exchange Ticket System

Movic Promote Service (Japanese Only)
TEL: 03-3556-6551

WONDER FESTIVAL 2017 (Winter)

Both of these products will be on sale at the WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!! booth on the 19th February 2017.

More details will be added on the official site below at a later date! Stay tuned!

⇒　WONDERFUL HOBBY LIFE FOR YOU!!

Plus as usual, we will also have online orders take place after WonFes for those who wish to order!

These orders will be made to order which means you will get the products a little later, but it ensures that anyone can be sure to get their hands on the figures!! You can find more information on the WonFes website above at a later date! 

Don’t miss out!! っ(∩・∀・)∩

Also be sure to check out the official SNOW MIKU site for event information and more! ♪

◆SNOW MIKU 2017 Official Site
http://snowmiku.com/2017/

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(（ ・∀・）　.｡oO（… for more info about Snow Miku!!)
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English Updates: @gsc_kevin


Snow Miku 2017 Outfit Design: Nishina
Rabbit Yukine 2017 Outfit Design: LF
Rabbit Yukine Original Design: nekosumi
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Koume Shirasaka: Halloween Nightmare Ver. (THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS)

Hi everyone! Suwabe (@gsc_suwabe) from the Corporate Planning Division here! The world may be heading into Christmas mode now, but that is exactly why I’m going to take a step back and instead take a look at this Halloween themed figure instead!!

Koume Shirasaka: Halloween Nightmare Ver.

Up for preorder as of today is this 1/7th scale figure from Max Factory…

Koume Shirasaka: Halloween Nightmare Ver.

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“Today… we sing a chorus of fear together!”

From the idol production game ‘THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS’ comes a 1/7th scale figure of Koume Shirasaka. The figure is based on the ‘Halloween Nightmare’ version of Koume and faithfully captures her pose and outfit from the original illustration. The details on her outfit such as the spider-web patterns on her sleeves, the various bandages wrapped around her arms and legs as well as the skull-shaped microphone she holds in hand have all been faithfully recreated in figure form!

The figure also comes complete with a diorama base that brings out the graveyard atmosphere of the original illustration with cute little ghosts floating around Koume-chan and zombie hands reaching from the ground!! Be sure to have a great Halloween night with Koume-chan as she smiles atop a gravestone in your figure collection!

▼Let’s start off with a 360° Turn!

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So many details to see! I can’t wait to take a look at Koume-chan herself… but before that let’s take a look at the detailed Halloween base! (`・ω・´)

▼ The gradient coloring of the fence is magnificent!

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Looking at the figure from the back the coloring of the base really stands out! The lovely hips of Koume-chan as she sits on the gravestone is calling for a closeup but we’ll get to that later!

▼ The areas that couldn’t be seen on the card have been carefully thought out and added to the figure!

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The cold, stone appearance of the gravestone has been faithfully presented and the carved letters and damage on the design has also been included on the figure!

▼ The ground features a jack-o-lantern and zombie hands!

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▼ We also have a charming little ghost with his hand sticking out! ♥

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No matter where you look the details surrounding Koume-chan are amazing! ♥

▼ We also have a ghost attached to a drip and a skeleton biting down on a medical chart! So cute!

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The little details that bring out the ‘hospital’ theme together with the mixed in Halloween theme make for such a unique and playful figure!

▼Speaking of the medical drip, the microphone Koume-chan is using is connected with a cord that looks like one of the see-through tubes used for a drip!

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As you can see the base itself is a work of art, but now it’s time to look at the main feature herself! (`・ω・´)

▼ Just look at this fantastic outfit!

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The little skull faces all over the design match up with the base nicely, and even though she is covered in bandages there is still something so charming and cute about her!

▼ The intricate details on those sleeves!

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The spiderweb and bloodstain patterns on the sleeves together with the gradient coloring make for a stunning sight!

▼Looking from the front makes her look like her normal cute self from the illustration!

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▼ But from the side you can see her right eye too! Not to mention she was winking the whole time!! 

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▼ The lovely pale skin revealed by her low-cut dress is a treat!

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▼ Not to mention the curves of her bottom and hips as she sits on the gravestone! Not to be missed! 

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In fact, there is nothing that should be missed on this Koume-chan figure! Everyone should add her to their collections!! ♡

Koume Shirasaka: Halloween Nightmare Ver.

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She is up for preorder as of today!! ♪

Orders from the GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP will be open until the 15th December at 12:00JST!

GOODSMILE ONLINE SHOP:
Koume Shirasaka: Halloween Nightmare Ver.

 

（´-`）.｡oO（ That mysterious charm that characters like Koume-chan have always catches my attention…)

 

Suwabe / twitterID：＠gsc_suwabe
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

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Minami Nitta: Sleeping Little Devil Ver. (THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS)

Hi everyone!
Suwabe (@gsc_suwabe) from the Corporate Planning Division here!

The end of this month is Halloween!! I’ve been having dreams of running into beautiful girls like the one below on Halloween night!

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

Max Factory’s 1/7th Scale…

Minami Nitta: Sleeping Little Devil Ver.

“Come now… let’s have some wonderful dreams.”

From the idol production game ‘THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS’ comes a 1/7th scale figure of Minami Nitta. The figure is based on the ‘Sleeping Little Devil’ version of Minami and faithfully captures her pose and outfit of the card after special training!

Enjoy the sexy outfit as well as her shy yet gently smiling expression from any angle you choose! The top of her shoulders also makes use of translucent parts to recreate the see-through appearance of her outfit! Be sure to add this devilish version of Minami to your collection!

Let me start off by saying… THANK YOU MAX FACTORY!!!

Ever since the unpainted prototype of this figure was announced I have been waiting patiently for the final version in the hopes that I could take photos of her and introduce her on the blog!! I was so happy when I got the go ahead! It is such an honor!!

So without further ado, let’s take a closer look at the amazing sculpting and paintwork that fits the title of ‘Little Devil’ so perfectly!!

▼ Just look at this cute yet captivating beauty!!

The facial expression, pose, outfit… everything about the composition of the figure provokes all five… if not all six of the human senses!!

Looking from the side you can see the tail coming out from the gaps of her skirt and winding around her arm creating such a captivating pose!

How could anyone remain calm staring into the eyes of this slightly blushing expression together with such a sexy pose!! I know I can’t!!! ( ;∀;)

But it’s not just the expression and the pose, also take a look at the amazing details and colors of her outfit!!

It’s no exaggeration to say that it really brings out all of the Minami’s charm to the maximum!!

▲ First up note the details on her high heels!

To think that the shy Minami would wear such a sexy pair of shoes is more than enough to put a little smile on my face…

▼ The zips all over the design look amazing!

You can find zips on her chest, skirt and knee-high socks! The fact that some of them are zipped down allow for more of her bare skin to show bringing out a more sensuous feel to the figure!

▼ Outfit has see-through shoulders!

I love the use of semi-transparent parts on figures to create effects like this! They bring out that mysterious beauty effect so nicely! The frills of her skirt and the tips of her arm covers also make use of the same transparent parts to add to the work of art!

▼ Not just sexy, but also so cute!!

The heart-shaped earrings, braided hair tied up with little ribbons and a heart surrounding the devil horns… amazing attention to detail that brings out the cute elements to her design beautifully!

▼A look from the back!

The wings that you could see peeking out from the back even on the original illustration have been faithfully preserved on the figure! The heels also look fantastic from the back!

▼ Her shapely waist is also lovely!

There are more and more areas I could focus on, but I have to leave some of the fun for you once you add her to your collection! ♥

Minami Nitta: Sleeping Little Devil Ver.

She’ll be up for preorder from the 14th October 2016 JST!

I don’t think I’ll be able to sleep with the excitement! |дﾟ)

 

 

★ NOTICE ★

Max Factory has started an official Twitter Account! The tweets are all in Japanese, but give them a follow if you’re interested!! ♪

 

 

（´-`）.｡oO（I wonder if there is something sleeping inside of me too…)

Suwabe / twitterID：＠gsc_suwabe
English Updates: @gsc_kevin

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figma Link & Zelda: Twilight Princess ver. (The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess)

Strength, intelligence, courage… I hope  I’ll be able to gain at least one of those traits eventually!

Hello everyone! My name is Isono, a member of Max Factory’s planning team! Today I’m going to be taking a look at these products that went up for preorder today!

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figma Link: Twilight Princess ver. &
figma Zelda: Twilight Princess ver.!

(*Each sold separately!)

From The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess comes a figma main character and hero of the series Link together with the Princess of Hyrule, Zelda!

They’re both so amazing!! So… beautiful!!! With just one quick glance at the figures you can tell that the sculpting and painting of both is so amazingly detailed!! Let’s take a closer look at them one-by-one! Ladies first!

figma Zelda: Twilight Princess ver.!

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▲ This first photo shows off her dignified expression as well as the sword that she holds at the ready! 

▼ Let’s also take a look at the back…

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She looks beautiful no matter what side you choose to look at her from! The somewhat mysterious atmosphere about the Twilight Princess version of Zelda has also been captured so nicely!

The first thing that really stands out about figma Zelda is the lovely colors! The paintwork on her accessories, dress and skirt almost all make use of a pearl paint which gives her outfit a silky, gorgeous shine. That said, the shine is by no means a glittery effect, but more of an elegant gleam that creates a lovely dignified look at captures Zelda beautifully!

By the way, although you can’t see them in these photos, Zelda’s pants and boots have also been faithfully sculpted and painted underneath the dress!

▼Another thing to note is the intricate changes in color all over the figure!

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The arrows all point to areas that have been painted with the utmost attention to detail!

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▲ Next up we have her smiling expression!

Such a gentle smile that just overflows with both kindness and beauty! The next point I want to make everyone aware of is the accessories and ornaments on her outfit… the shoulder armor, crown and various other parts are all made using 3D sculpting! The fact that they are made this way allows the more intricate patterns and shapes to be preserved!

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▲ The Bow of Light she used in the battle with Ganondorf is also included!

The bow also of course features pearl paint! The bow and arrow itself has also been beautifully sculpted from top to bottom creating stunning beauty that you would normally never associate with a weapon! The skirt is also articulated allowing for a wide range of different posing options!

figma Zelda: Twilight Princess ver.!

She comes with two expressions: a standard expression and smiling expression as well as two accessories: a sword and the Bow of Light!

She will be available for ¥5,600 (Before Tax)!

Next up, we move onto the hero of our story…

figma Link: Twilight Princess ver.

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▲ This confident expression with tense eyes always leaves such a strong impression!

The build of his body has been captured so nicely showing off just how handsome this version of Link is!! The overall sober tone of colors used makes him look a little more grown-up compared to the previous figma figures of Link! Let’s take a closer look at his heroic outfit!!

▼ The arrows here show the chain mail armor made with 3D sculpting!

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You can see each of the little chain links creating a lovely texture for the armor!

▼There us also a joint located in the hat, which allows it to be moved around both horizontally and vertically!

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▲ Next up we have a face with clenched teeth!

This glaring expression is perfect for combat poses and instantly makes Link look more skilled with his weapons! The series classics have been included with the Master Sword and Hylian Shield both included!

▼ The Master Sword can also be sheathed on his back!

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▲ A powerful shouting expression is also included!

This makes for a very daring and resolute appearance that looks great with dynamic poses like the one above!

To summarize…

figma Link: Twilight Princess ver.!

He comes with three expressions: a standard expression, clenched teeth expression and shouting expression as well as two accessories: the Master Sword and Hylian Shield!

He will be available for ¥5,093 (Before Tax)!

But that’s not all!!

Once again we have a special DX Edition that comes with a variety of bonus items for way more posing options that bring out the Legend of Zelda universe!

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▲ The Ordon Sword and scabbard used by Link at the start of the game! 

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▲ The Hero’s Bow and Arrow and Hawkeye!

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▲ The Ball and Chain!

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▲ And the Clawshot!!

Plus the Clawshot comes in both an opened and closed form for different posing opportunities!

All of these amazing items are included with the DX Edition!

· Ordon Sword and Scabbard
· Hero’s Bow and Arrow
· Hawkeye
· Ball and Chain
· Clawshot

Just look at the full line-up of parts all lined up with the DX Edition!

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figma Link: Twilight Princess ver. DX Edition

Everything above will cost just ¥6,000 (Before Tax)!

If you’re not sure which version to get, I highly recommend saving up just a little more for the DX Edition! The extra parts add so much play value and different variations that are so much fun! v(‘ω’*v)

Both of these products will be available as standard products in stores as well as from the GOOD SMILE ONLINE SHOP! They are both up for preorder as of today!! Don’t miss out!!

We’ve also set up a special page that takes a look at some of the finer points and details of the figure, so be sure to take a look at the link below!

▼ Special Page
http://special.goodsmile.info/figma_link_twilight_princess/en/

▼ Product Pages

○ figma Link: Twilight Princess ver. DX Edition
http://www.goodsmile.info/ja/product/5963

○ figma Link: Twilight Princess ver.
http://www.goodsmile.info/ja/product/5964

○ figma Zelda: Twilight Princess ver.
http://www.goodsmile.info/ja/product/5965

Anyway, that’s all from me for today! I hope you enjoyed this special blog!!

Adios! ヽ(ﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾒ(ﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾒ(ﾟ∀ﾟ)ﾉ

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■ figma Zelda: Twilight Princess ver.

  • Series: The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess
  • Sculpting: Max Factory (Masanori Kuroda, Masu, Taizou)
  • Release Date: May 2017
  • Price: ¥5,093 (Before Tax)

■ figma Link: Twilight Princess ver.

  • Series: The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess
  • Sculpting: Max Factory (Jun Yamaoka, Masu)
  • Release Date: May 2017
  • Price: ¥5,556 (Before Tax)

■ figma Link: Twilight Princess ver. DX Edition

  • Series: The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess
  • Sculpting: Max Factory (Jun Yamaoka, Masu), Knead
  • Release Date: May 2017
  • Price: ¥6,000 (Before Tax)

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