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[Interview] Ultraman Max Star & Ultraman Connection Host Sean Nichols

September 9, 2022August 31, 2024 Billy "TaJa" Doyle

For the last week, we at Hero-Club have been promoting the heck out of this new and upcoming interview. Thankfully, today is the day in which we can officially present that featured interview to everyone. Like the title states, our guest this time is Ultraman Max star and the host of Ultraman Connection, Sean Nichols. Surprisingly, this interview was something our site was trying to arrange since the start of Ultraman Connection in 2021. However, our staff came across a few roadblocks until late July when we managed to contact Mr.…

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

July 21, 2022September 4, 2022 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…

[Official Images] S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Decker Flash Type

July 14, 2022 Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Tamashii Nations surprisingly announced S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Decker Flash Type, which is based on the current Ultra Series’ titular hero. The series had its premiere last week in Japan, and was simulcast on YouTube to which fans should check out. However, do not wait too long to watch the episode, as Tsuburaya Productions cycles out current shows within two weeks. Now, for those unaware, Ultraman Decker: New Generation Decker is a reimagining of the iconic 1997 installment, Ultraman Dyna. In this series, a new Ultraman within another universe similar…

[Official Images] Ultraman Orb Ultra Replica Dark Ring

July 13, 2022July 13, 2022 Billy "TaJa" Doyle

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…

Bandai Namco Announces Western Release for Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher

July 2, 2022 Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Last Wednesday, during the Japanese edition of the June Nintendo Direct Mini, it previewed an all-new Ultra Series video game. However, it is also a collaboration and spin-off of the Monster Farm (Monster Rancher in North America) series. Titled, Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher, it will be a Monster Farm game that exclusively features the Ultra Series’ monsters. In addition, the game’s roster will expands past 200 characters, and include the series’ iconic aliens alongside the monsters. Furthermore, the game will be NFC compatible like the previously released Monster Rancher 1 &…

Tsuburaya Productions Releases Ultraman Decker “Main Story” Trailer

June 16, 2022June 16, 2022 Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Recently, Tsuburaya Productions released the official trailer for the next installment within the Ultra Series, Ultraman Decker. For those unaware, this series was announced in early 2022, while an early premise trailer was presented in late March. The upcoming series is a sequel to the previous installment, Ultraman Trigger, with both shows reimagining Ultraman Tiga and Dyna. Since Ultraman Decker is reimagining Ultraman Dyna, the series takes place several years after Ultraman Trigger. However, the time between both series has not been determined, so we can assume it is more…

[Official Images] S.H.Figuarts Astra from Ultraman Leo

May 25, 2022May 25, 2022 Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Recently, Tamashii Nations announced the official release details for the previously shown, S.H.Figuarts Astra from Ultraman Leo. For those unaware, the figure is based on the brother of the Ultra Series’ seventh entry’s titular character. Originally, Astra was believed to be dead after their home was destroyed, but he was captured by the Alien Magma. However, Ultraman King would eventually rescue him, and Astra would go onto occasionally appear to help his brother, Ultraman Leo. Also, Astra even became one of the Ultra Brothers like Leo, even though they were…

[Official Images] S.H.Figuarts Ultrawoman Grigio

April 29, 2022April 29, 2022 Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Tamashii Nations finally decided to pull the trigger, and announce the release details for S.H.Figuarts Ultrawoman Grigio! For those unaware, the figure has been previously shown during various Tamashii events for past few years. Whereas, each time the prototypes or finish product was on display, they were given no dates for release. As a result, fans began to believe Ultrawoman Grigio was being sidelined for reissues and other popular characters expected to sell better. However, the wait is over, and the character is being released to promote her appearance…

Tsuburaya Productions Releases the Ultraman Decker Official Trailer

March 30, 2022March 30, 2022 Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Earlier today, Tsuburaya Productions released the first official trailer for their next installment in the Ultra Series, Ultraman Decker. The series was officially announced a few months ago, but Ultraman Decker was not unveiled until recently. Whereas, the reveal for the titular was during a teaser trailer following Ultraman Trigger: Episode Z’s conclusion. Now, as most fans assumed, Ultraman Decker will continue the current theme of reimagining the TDG Trilogy, specifically Ultraman Dyna. So, since Ultraman Decker is reimagining Ultraman Dyna, longtime fans should expect elements of Ultraman Trigger…

[Official Images] S.H.Figuarts Kyrieloid

November 29, 2021November 29, 2021 Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Last week during the Tamashii Nations Online event, teaser images were shown for the upcoming S.H.Figuarts Kyrieloid release. Then following the premiere for Friday’s episode of Ultraman Trigger, the product was confirmed to be a Premium Bandai exclusive. The announcement was to coincide with the character’s onscreen return to franchise and appearance within the episode. However, for those unaware, the character previously appeared in Ultraman Tiga as reoccurring antagonist. Yet, even though Kyrieloid had minor appearances within Ultraman Tiga, the character would become a cult favorite among fans. Now, the…