Category: Godzilla

“Oh no, they say, he’s got to go…”

This category is for the King of the Monsters, Monsterverse and Toho’s entire library of kaiju.

[Interview] Super7’s Kyle Wlodyga is Back!

Michael Lederhos

Today, Hero-Club is conducting its first follow up interview, and it is with Super7’s toy designer, Kyle Wlodyga. For those unaware, immediately after our interview with him from Power Morphicon 2022, we looked to schedule another one. Surprisingly, we were able to quickly arrange at date, and meet up to talk more in-depth about Super7. This time we wanted to go more in-depth with our questions, and give Kyle as much time as he needed. Also, we wanted to use the time to discuss the other brands that Super7 collaborates…

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[Con Report] G-Fest 2022: The Best of Saturday

Touma Kaito

This past weekend, G-Fest was held for the first time since 2019, and it was hosted at a new venue. For those unaware, G-Fest is the annual convention devoted to the kaiju film genre, specifically the Godzilla franchise since 1999. Whereas, since its inception, G-Fest was normally held at the Crowne Plaza in Rosemont, Illinois. However, the choice was made to move the convention to Hyatt Regency O’Hare in 2020. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the convention was postponed until this year.   Now, having been to the Hyatt…

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Godzilla vs. Gigan 50th Anniversary NEW Gigan Suit Crowdfunding Campaign

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Recently, Toho Studios published an announcement on the Godzilla YouTube Channel regarding their upcoming Godzilla vs. Gigan 50th anniversary project. Titled, “Toho & Wakasa Announce Gigan Suit START UP Project!” the video is hosted by veteran kaiju suit designer, Shinichi Wakasa. In the video, Mr. Wakasa informs viewers how he is leading the production team in crafting a new Gigan suit. Whereas, the new suit will be used in the Godzilla Fest 2022 short, similar to last year’s Godzilla vs. Hedorah short. Also, Mr. Wakasa explains how the team wanted…

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Godzilla vs The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Crossover Comic Announced

Brian Benjamin

Coming in 2022, we have a crossover that I did not think would happen at all! That is right Godzilla will be going up against Angle Grove’s finest in Godzilla vs The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. Now, this upcoming crossover is a co-published title by IDW Publishing and BOOM! Studios. Whereas, the book’s art will be provided artist, Freddie E. Williams II and colors by Andrew Dalhouse. Finally, it was confirmed that Cullen Bunn will be the one writing this event. The crossover itself will be a five issue mini-series, and I cannot…

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[Official Images] S.H.MonsterArts Godzilla (2004)

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

During Tamashii Nations Online 2021, it was finally announced that Final-Goji from Godzilla: Final Wars would receive a S.H.MonsterArts release. Then immediately following the event, Tamashii Nations confirmed the figure would be releasing in the distant future at retail. For longtime S.H.MonsterArts collectors and Godzilla fans, this announcement was a longtime coming, as the figure was in high demand. Now, we are finally receiving the figure to accompany the previously released Final Wars Gigan, and its reissue. However, this figure will seemingly not feature any accessories like additional hands, or…

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[Official Images] S.H.MonsterArts Hedorah 50th Anniversary Special Commemorative Set

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

During the annual Godzilla anniversary celebration, Tamashii Nations announced that Hedorah would be joining the S.H.MonsterArts line in early November. However, the product was not shown to public until the recent Tamashii Nations Online event within the past week. In addition, Tamashii Nations confirmed that the product was an evolution pack dedicated to its appearances in Godzilla vs. Hedorah. Titled, S.H.MonsterArts Hedorah 50th Anniversary Special Commemorative Set the product signifies the film’s 50th Anniversary within the overall franchise. Nevertheless, below is the official gallery and content listings for the set…

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[Official Images] S.H.MonsterArts Godzilla Ultima (Godzilla S.P.)

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Recently, Tamashii Nations announced that they will be releasing in the S.H.MonsterArts line, Godzilla Ultima from Godzilla Singular Point. This version of the King of the Monsters is based on its final form in the current Netflix anime series. Godzilla Singular Point is currently airing on Japanese television, but will release internationally on Netflix later in June. In the series, Godzilla undergoes several transformations as seen in Hideaki Anno’s 2016 film, Shin Godzilla. However, unlike Shin Godzilla, the Godzilla seen in this anime series has transformations that homage other iconic…

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[Official Images] S.H.MonsterArts Mechagodzilla (Godzilla vs. Kong)

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Tamashii Nations US announced that Bandai Japan will be releasing S.H.MonsterArts Mechagodzilla from Godzilla vs. Kong later this year. Now, fans originally expected that this figure would be announced during the upcoming Tamashii Features 2021 event. However, Tamashii Nations’ American branch surprised everyone with this reveal two weeks ahead of schedule. Currently, S.H.MonsterArts Mechagodzilla (Godzilla vs. Kong) is only available to be previewed at the US site. Whereas, the item page only contains the official gallery, as seen below, and the figure’s release date, December 2021. We expect more…

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Adam Wingard in Early Talks to Direct Next “MonsterVerse” Film

Pak Hanu

The Hollywood Reporter has reported that Adam Wingard is in talks to return as the director for the next “MonsterVerse” film. In addition, the next project’s working title is “Son of Kong,” while negotiations for the Godzilla license occur. For those who are not aware, the MonsterVerse is a series of films that started with the 2014 Legendary Godzilla film. Whereas, the recent film in the series, “Godzilla vs. Kong,” premiered in theaters and HBO Max on March 31. Additionally, according to reports the next film may receive one or…

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[Official Images] S.H.MonsterArts Gigan (2004) Great Decisive Battle Ver.

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Tamashii Nations recently announced that they will be reissuing S.H.MonsterArts Gigan (2004) from Godzilla: Final Wars. However, like previous reissues the item will be a Premium Bandai release, and it will feature new accessories. The original S.H.MonsterArts Gigan (2004) was released seven years ago in April 2014. The figure permitted fans to display Gigan in either its base form, or as the Modified Gigan. Now, the new version is called the Great Decisive Battle Ver. since it will include its signature attack and grappling hooks. Yet, the only thing that…

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