[Official Images] Ultraman Orb Ultra Replica Dark Ring

Today, Premium Bandai updated with an order page for the Ultra Replica Dark Ring from Ultraman Orb. For those unaware, Ultraman Orb is the 26th entry in the Ultra Series, celebrating Ultraman’s 50th and Ultraman Tiga’s 20th anniversary. The series aired from July 9th to December 24, 2016 for a total of 25 episodes, and had one feature length film. Whereas, this product is based on the negative version Gai Kurenai’s transformation device to become the titular character. However, in the series, Dark Ring was used by Gai’s rival, the ever-popular…

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Tsuburaya Productions Launches ‘Tsuburaya Imagination’ Streaming Service

Today, Tsuburaya Productions announced its first official subscription based streaming service for residents in Japan. Titled, Tsuburaya Imagination, the service will allow customers to view Tsuburaya Productions’ entire Ultra Series library. However, other productions by the studio like Gridman or Mirroman may be made available on the service later. The service is part of the celebration for the original Ultraman series’ 55th Anniversary.   Now, in addition to the existing library, Tsuburaya Imagination will feature service exclusive content. The service’s first exclusive production is Sevenger Fight, and it is currently…

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[Official Images] Ultraman Z DX Zett Riser -Memorial Edition-

With the Ultraman Z finale looming upon us, Bandai has announced they will release a DX Zett Riser -Memorial Edition-! For those unaware, the -Memorial Edition- releases are special updated versions of the deluxe toys for main transformation device. The updates normally include audio clips from show and its cast, as well as limited edition items or accessories. Also, these releases are more commonly produced for Toei tokusatsu series like Kamen Rider and Super Sentai.   Now, the DX Zett Riser -Memorial Edition- is officially the first release for the…

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[Official Images] S.H.Figuarts Jugglus Juggler (New Generation Edition)

Today, Bandai has revealed the official release information for S.H.Figuarts Jugglus Juggler (New Generation Edition). This item was first shown at the recent Tamashii Features in November. However, with the character’s involved with Ultraman Z, fans assumed this product’s release was imminent. Yet, fan expectations would prove correct as this updated release will also be sold like the previous release on Premium Bandai.   Now, the difference between the New Generation Edition, and the original figure released in 2018 is mostly paint. The New Generation Edition has a darker orange…

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[Official Images] Ultraman Z DX Dark Z Riser

In episode 5 of the current airing Ultra Series, Ultraman Z, Shota Hebikura the Captain of STORAGE revealed himself as Jugglus Juggler. In addition, he temporarily stole the Z Riser to create its negative counterpart the Dark Z Riser. Then immediately following the premiere of the episode, Bandai teased that they would be releasing a deluxe toy of the product on the Premium Bandai store. Currently, the order page is active, so we have the product information regarding both its content and features.   Now, the Ultraman Z DX Dark…

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Tsuburaya Productions to Simulcast Ultraman Z via YouTube

Today, Tsuburaya Productions announced that they will be simulcasting Ultraman Z with English subtitles via their official YouTube channel. Now, episodes of the upcoming series will be made available each Friday at 8:30 pm EST, following their broadcast in Japan. However, episodes will only be made available for two weeks, so fans need to watch them fast. Nevertheless, Ultraman Z’s (Zett) premiere episode is scheduled to premiere this Friday, June 19. Whereas, the Japanese audience will be able to view the series on TV Tokyo each Saturday at 9:00 am…

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Ultraman Z “Special Movie” Series Trailer

Recently, Tsuburaya Productions released the series trailer for the upcoming and next installment in the Ultra Series, Ultraman Z. For those unaware, Ultraman Z is the 32nd entry within the Ultra Series, and is the first series post the New Generation Hero saga. Also, the series is part of the Ultraman Zero 10th anniversary celebration, as well as the second series air during the Reiwa Era. Now, like most ‘Special Movie’ trailers, this video is an introduction to the plot, cast/ characters, Ultraman Zett’s transformation items, and Ultraman Zett’s forms.…

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Mill Creek Return of Ultraman & Ultraman Orb the Origin Saga Blu-Ray Release Details

Today, Mill Creek Entertainment officially announced their third wave of the Ultra series Blu-Ray releases. This new wave will consist of two releases, the first being the fourth series in the franchise, The Return of Ultraman, and the Amazon Prime original series, Ultraman Orb the Origin Saga. First off, The Return of Ultraman will receive a similar release to previous Showa series by having a standard edition, and a steelbook release. Now, the standard edition is $39.99, and the steelbook is $49.99 with both scheduled to release in February 2020.…

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Mill Creek Entertainment’s Second Wave of Ultra Releases: Ultraseven, Orb & Geed!

Today, Mill Creek Entertainment officially announced their second wave of the Ultra series Blu-Ray releases. This new wave will consist of the third series in the franchise, Ultraseven, as well as two series from the New Generations Heroes era: Ultraman Orb and Ultraman Geed. First off, Ultraseven will receive a similar release to Ultra Q and Ultraman with it having a standard edition and a steelbook release. Now, the standard edition is $39.99, and the steelbook is $49.99 with both scheduled to release on December 10th.   Then, the Ultraman…

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Official Images: S.H.Figuarts Jugglus Juggler

Following the release of the recent Figure-Oh magazine, Premium Bandai has begun to list up order pages for their upcoming exclusives. Among these exclusives is the S.H.Figuarts Jugglus Juggler (Juggrus Juggler), based on the antagonist from Ultraman Orb. However, Juggler was not always a villain as he was Ultraman Orb/ Gai Kurenai’s one true friend, as seen throughout the series and in Ultraman Orb the Origin Saga. Juggler is considered a fan favorite by many fans due Takaya Aoyagi’s portrayal of the character. Now, as a S.H.Figuarts, Jugglus Juggler will…

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