Tag: Ultra Series

[Official Images] S.H.Figuarts Shinkocchou Seihou Ultraman Tiga Multi-Type

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Tamashii Nations is ‘taking us higher’ with the newest addition to the S.H.Figuarts Shinkocchou Seihou line, Ultraman Tiga! The titular Ultra from the 1996 series, who is also celebrating his 25th anniversary will be the first Ultraman in this figure series. As a Shinkocchou Seihou, S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Tiga features the highest level of design, engineering and detail. For its production, Tamashii Nations did not just scan the original suit, but also involved Tiga’s suit actor, Shunsuke Gondo. So, Tamashii Nations is essentially putting the GUTS into this Ultraman Tiga figure.…

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Tsuburaya Releases Shin Ultraman Teaser Trailer & Promotional Visuals

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Earlier today, Tsuburaya Productions finally unveiled the first teaser trailer for Hideaki Anno’s upcoming film, Shin Ultraman. The movie was first announced in July 2019 by Anno’s official studio, Khara, with details on its production being limited. The film will feature Hideaki Anno collaborating again with director Shinji Higuchi on a reimagining of the original Ultraman series. The duo are previously known for their 2016 production, Shin Godzilla, which won various award at the 40th Japan Academy Film Prize. From the trailer below fans will recognize iconic kaiju like Neronga…

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

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

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)

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

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] S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Z Ultra Zero Mantel

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Tamashii Nations’ Fall 2020 event is upon us! Yet, in the lead up for the event, the company teased this upcoming product, S.H.Figuarts Ultra Zero Mantel. Now, with event in full swing, Tamashii Nations has revealed the full details regarding this item. For those unaware, the Ultra Zero Mantel is Ultraman Zero’s signature cape that he acquired just as the current series, Ultraman Z, began. In universe, the cape is a symbol for his heroics and it is similar to the basic Ultra Mantel worn by the Ultra Brothers. Whereas,…

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[Interview] Starlight Runner Entertainment’s Steele Filipek: Discovering Ultraman!

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Hero-Club is proud to present our newest video interview! Our guest this time is another Starlight Runner Entertainment employee, Steele Filipek. For those unaware, Mr. Steele Filipek is a writer and producer who has worked for SHOWTIME, as well as contributed to the Halo franchise, Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Men in Black 3. However, as apart of Starlight Runner Entertainment, Mr. Filipek is assisting in the Ultra Series expansion into the West. Currently, Mr. Filipek resides as the Editor-in-Chief for Ultraman Galaxy, the official North American website…

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[Official Images] S.H.Figuarts Zetton Trillion-Degree Fireball Ver.

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Four years ago, Tamashii Nations released S.H.Figuarts Zetton at retail. The figure’s release did fairly well, but eventually became a shelf-warming item when distributed to North America. Also, since its release we cannot recall if there were any re-issues for the product. However, Premium Bandai surprisingly enough announced a new version of figure.   Titled, S.H.Figuarts Zetton Trillion-Degree Fireball Ver., this figure is set to replicate Zetton’s fireball attack, as seen in the original Ultraman series. Now, the difference between the two releases seem to be paint applications to recreate…

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[Interview] Starlight Runner Entertainment CEO Jeff Gomez: Bringing Ultraman Back to America!

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today is Friday and the week is over, but Hero-Club is proud to present our latest video interview! Our guest this time is none other than Starlight Runner Entertainment CEO Jeff Gomez. For those unaware, Mr. Jeff Gomez is an esteemed writer and producer who has written for Valiant Comics, Magic the Gathering, and the Turok franchise. Eventually, he went onto establish Starlight Runner Entertainment, which helped to produce a variety of television programs and films. Fans can associate the company’s and his work with properties like James Cameron’s Avatar,…

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Tsuburaya Productions Announces Ultra Galaxy Fight: The Absolute Conspiracy

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Tsuburaya Productions confirmed and announced the next installment within the Ultra Galaxy Fight web-series. Titled, Ultra Galaxy Fight: The Absolute Conspiracy, this mini-series may feature a time-traveling theme, as major historical events in the Ultra Series are in a crisis or being highlighted. From the trailer below, fans will see Alien Emperor is seen attacking the Land of Light, Ultraman Belial is being tempted by darkness, and Ultraman Tregear begins his battle with Ultraman Taro. In addition, the Guar Army from Andro Melos will return in this series, as…

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Mill Creek Entertainment Announces Ultraman R/B the Complete Series

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Following the announcement of their broadcast deal with Shout! Factory, Mill Creek Entertainment revealed their next Ultra Series release, Ultraman R/B. Ultraman R/B is the 30th entry in the franchise, and it is the sixth installment in the New Generation Heroes saga. The series consists of 25-episodes and a feature length film, which ran from July 7 to December 22, 2018. Mill Creek Entertainment intends to release the complete series on Blu-Ray in Fall 2020. Currently, the release date for Ultraman R/B is scheduled for October 13, 2020 and priced…

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