Month: April 2017

Tamashii Nations 10th Anniversary World Tour NYC

Hero Club

Yesterday, Hero Club converged on Vanderbilt Hall in Grand Central Station for Tamashii Nations 10th Anniversary World Tour: New York City! For those who may be unaware of the event, it is a two-day event showcasing upcoming products from Bandai’s sub-division Tamashii Nations. Tamashii Nations is known for its work with anime/manga and tokusatsu properties to create high-end collectible figurines, and accessories. In addition, Tamashii Nations has expanded its lines to include living individuals such as Michael Jackson, Bruce Lee, and WWE Superstars as well as characters from DC, Marvel,…

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Los Ingobernables de Tokusatsu Ep 9 – Don't Mess With Hirose: Dairanger Edition

Hero Club

Welcome to a brand new episode of “Los Ingobernables de Tokusatsu!” Projekt is yet again MIA, but with the newest addition in Joker the Green Vape, we are able to continue! This week we chose a topic that we joked about in the previous episode; a topic we intended to be a future episode and not an immediate one. However, with Tamashii World Tour on the horizon we went with today’s discussion on one of Yutaka Hirose’s roles. That is correct, today we are talking about Jin Matoba from Gosei…

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Star Wars 3.75 Inch Vintage Collection Poll Now Live

Pak Hanu

The official Star Wars website has updated with the official poll for the next Star Wars 3.75 Inch Vintage Collection.  For those who are unaware Hasbro announced that the 3.75 Inch Vintage Collection will be making it’s return to stores in 2018. The fan poll choices include: Doctor Aphra [Modern Marvel Star Wars Comics] Sim Aloo [Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi] Saelt-Marae (Yak-face) [Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi] Ahsoka Tano [Star War Rebels] ARC Trooper Fives [Star Wars The Clone Wars] Emperor Palpatine [Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi] The poll will…

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Cosplay Cafe 18: Arcanekani Cosplay

Ben Odinson

What’s going on heroes? Happy Friday, today Arcanekani Cosplay came through the cafe and we had a blast. I ran into him back at  Katsucon and I made it a mission to sit down and chat with him. Misson accomplished, to say the least, so sit back and enjoy. 1. What were you like growing up? What were some of the things you were into as a child/teenager? I was an odd combination of the nerdy/cool kid (though mostly on the nerdy side). It was easy for me to be quiet,…

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Official Images: Kamen Rider Ex-Aid DX Paradox Buckle

Pak Hanu

Premium Bandai has updated with a preorder page for the Kamen Rider Ex-Aid DX Paradox Buckle.  The buckle will feature around 16 different sound effects based on the various upgraded item power ups used by Kamen Rider Para-Dx and  will also feature various phrases from Parad. The Kamen Rider Ex-Aid DX Paradox Buckle measures up to 12.5cm, which is equivalent to waist sizes 44cm – 66cm. Preorders are currently open and will close on June 5 at 11 PM JPST.  The item will be released this September priced at 3,240 yen. Those who are interested in this item should contact their preferred…

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Official Images: Legacy Power Rangers Movie 2017 Red Ranger Helmet & Power Coin Set

Pak Hanu

Power Rangers Now has revealed some new official press images of the upcoming Legacy Power Rangers Movie 2017 Red Ranger Helmet and the Power Coins.  Both items will be released this September priced  at  $114.99.  BBTS provided some official descriptions for both products. Legacy Helmet Cosplay as the Red Ranger from the Saban’s Power Ranger Movie in a full-scale wearable Power Ranger helmet designed for long-lasting comfortable cosplay wear. This 1:1 ratio helmet can also be placed on display as a highly detailed replica. Legacy Power Coin Set The Power Rangers are back in the Power…

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Transformers Movie Masterpiece Optimus Prime Revealed

Pak Hanu

Recently a special Transformers event took place in China that revealed that Hasbro will be releasing a Movie Masterpiece release of Optimus Prime.  This figure is a brand new mold of the Autobot leader and it will feature a changing faceplate, die-cast parts, and will even include the Matrix of Leadership.  The figure will retail for $99.99. TRANSFORMERS MASTERPIECE MOVIE SERIES OPTIMUS PRIME MPM-4 Figure (Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $99.99/Available: Summer 2017) Get in the action with the latest figure from the MASTERPIECE MOVIE SERIES, the OPTIMUS PRIME MPM-4 figure! Co-created by Hasbro and Tomy,…

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Official Images: S.H.Figuarts Rocket & Baby Groot

Pak Hanu

Premium Bandai has updated with an official preorder page for S.H.Figuarts Rocket & Baby Groot.  Both figures are mainly based on their appearances in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2. The figure set will include: Rocket  Exchangeable wrists (Left & Right X2) Alternate heads X2 Exclusive weapons (Left & Right X1) Tamashii Stand Baby Groot Body variants X2 Alternate Head X1 Bases X2    Preorders for the set will open later tonight at 4 PM JPST and the set will be released this September priced at 3,780 Yen.  Those who are interested should contact their preferred middleman for more…

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