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2012-01-01T01:16:00.002+08:00

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Enterbay - ACGHK 2011

2011-07-31T23:35:00.001+08:00

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Hot Toys - ACGHK 2011 (part 5)

2011-07-31T23:04:00.004+08:00

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Hot Toys - ACGHK 2011 (part 4)

2011-07-31T23:01:00.001+08:00

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Hot Toys - ACGHK 2011 (part 3)

2011-07-31T22:58:00.001+08:00

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Hot Toys - ACGHK 2011 (part 2)

2011-07-31T22:54:00.001+08:00

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Hot Toys - ACGHK 2011 (part 1)

2011-07-31T22:51:00.001+08:00

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Hot Toys - City Hunter (preview)

2011-06-23T01:46:00.001+08:00

Picture taken from Toy-world forum.

Hot Toys – MMS156 - Captain America: The First Avenger

2011-06-22T15:54:00.006+08:00

Hot Toys is proud to present the collectible figure of the great superhero from the Marvel Studios - the 1/6th scale Captain America Limited Edition Collectible Figurine from the upcoming summer blockbuster Captain America: The First Avenger movie. The movie-accurate collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Chris Evans as Captain America in his hero costume in the movie, highlighting the newly developed head sculpt, highly detailed costume and weapons.

The 1/6th scale Captain America Limited Edition Collectible Figurine specially features:
- Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Chris Evans as Captain America in his hero costume in the Captain America: The First Avenger movie
- Approximately 30 cm tall
- Helmeted head
- Muscular body with over 30 points of articulations
- Movie-accurate facial expression with detailed wrinkles and skin texture
- Nine (9) pieces of interchangeable gloved palms including:
- One (1) pair of palms for holding shield
- One (1) pair of palms for wielding shield
- One (1) right palm for holding gun
- One (1) pair of relaxed palms
- One (1) pair of fists
- Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

Costume:
- One (1) blue and grayish-white jacket with embossed pattern as well as stars in chest and arms
- One (1) pair of grey and red suspenders
- One (1) pair of blue pants
- One (1) brown leather-like belt with pouches and pistol sheath
- One (1) pair of brown boots

Weapons:
- One (1) metal-like electroplated shield
- One (1) machine gun
- One (1) pistol

Accessory:
- Figure stand with Captain America nameplate and the movie logo

Artists:

- Head Sculpted by EOM JEA SUNG
- Head Painted by JC.HONG
- Head Art Directed by KOJUN

**Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different

Release date: Q3, 2011

Captain America: The First Avenger, the Movie: © 2011 MVL Film Finance LLC.
Marvel, Captain America, all related character names and their distinctive likenesses: TM & © 2011 Marvel Entertainment, LLC and its subsidiaries. www.marvel.com. All rights reserved.

Pictures taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Hot Toys - Green Lantern License Announcement

2011-06-13T21:26:00.001+08:00

We are proud to present the license of the upcoming superhero action adventure movie Green Lantern by DC Comics and Warner Bros Pictures!

The Green Lanterns, protectors of peace and justice, are granted with rings that are bestowed with superpowers. But when a new enemy threatens to destroy the balance of power in the Universe, their fate and the fate of the Earth lie in the hands of their newest recruit - a test pilot who may soon prove to be the greatest Green Lantern of all!

In Brightest Day. In Blackest Night. In Our Darkest Hour, There Will Be Light.

The movie will be hitting the 3D and 2D theatres on June 16! The collectible of this movie will be coming! Stay tuned!

To watch the movie trailer and know more about the movie, please visit http://greenlanternmovie.warnerbros.com/.

Info taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Hot Toys - Iron Man 2: Mark IV (Secret Project) (2011 Toy Fairs Exclusive)

2011-06-09T11:57:00.004+08:00

Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Mark IV Limited Edition Collectible Figurine (Secret Project) from the Iron Man 2 movie as the 2011 Toy Fairs Exclusive item. Hot Toys has specially painted it with grey color with battle damaged scratches finishing, making it a great collector’s item.

Iron Man 2: 1/6th scale Mark IV Limited Edition Collectible Figurine (Secret Project) (2011 Toy Fairs Exclusive) Specification

~ Movie Masterpiece Series ~
Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Mark IV Limited Edition Collectible Figurine (Secret Project) from the Iron Man 2 movie as the 2011 Toy Fairs Exclusive item. Hot Toys has specially painted it with grey color with battle damaged scratches finishing, making it a great collector’s item.
The Mark IV collectible is highly detailed and fully deployed, specially crafted based on the image of Robert Downey Jr. as the iconic character Mark IV in the movie, highlighting the special colored and well equipped armor, its great movability, as well as the movie-accurate sunglasses and donut box as special value-added accessories.

The 1/6th scale Mark IV Limited Edition Collectible Figurine (Secret Project) specially features:
- Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness as Mark IV in the movie Iron Man 2 painted in grey color
- Newly developed alternate head with authentic likeness of Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark in the movie
- Approximately 30 cm tall
- Over 36 points of articulations
- Special features on armor:
- Grey color painting on armor with battle damaged scratches finishing
- Newly developed movie-accurate helmet
- LED-lighted eyes and Micro ARC reactor on chest (white light, battery operated)
- One (1) piece of detachable chest armor
- Improved articulations on waist armor which allow flexible movement
- Detachable forearm rockets
- Two (2) pairs of interchangeable palms:
- One (1) pair with improved articulations, movable fingers and light-up repulsors (white light, battery operated)
- One (1) pair of forceful fists
- Fully deployed air flaps at back of the armor with built-in metal flaps
- Retractable countermeasure dispenser
- Articulated flaps at the back of armor on left and right legs

Accessories:
- One (1) pair of red framed sunglasses
- One (1) donut box with one donut inside
- Figure stand with Mark IV nameplate and movie logo
- One more additional square-shaped figure stand with LED light-up function (white light, battery operated)

Artists:
- Head Sculpted by Kojun
- Head Painted by JC. Hong
- Head Art Directed by JC. Hong

Release date: Q3, 2011

**Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different
**Battery included for collectible figure, AG1 batteries (6 pieces) and AG9 (3 pieces) are required
**Battery not included for figure stand, 2A batteries (2 pieces) are required

© 2010 MVL Film Finance LLC. Marvel, Iron Man, all related character names and their distinctive likenesses: TM & © 2011 Marvel Entertainment, LLC and its subsidiaries. Marvel.com: The Official Site | Iron Man, Spider-Man, Hulk, X-Men, Wolverine and the heroes of the Marvel Universe.Comics, News, Movies and Video Games | Marvel.com. All rights reserved.

Pictures taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Hot Toys - 2011 Toy Fairs & Toy Fairs Exclusive Announcement

2011-06-07T20:00:00.001+08:00

Summer is coming and so do Toy Fairs!

This year, Hot Toys will also have its presence at the prominent Toy Fairs in different countries!

As usual, we will be having some Toy Fairs Exclusive collectibles this year which will be mainly available in the following toy shows opened to public:

- San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) (July 21-24) http://www.comic-con.org/cci/

- Ani-Com & Games Hong Kong (ACG HK) (July 29-Aug 2) http://www.ani-com.hk/2011ver/index.php

- Singapore Toy, Game & Comic Convention (STGCC) (Aug 20-21) http://www.singaporetgcc.com/

- Ani-Com & Games Guangzhou (ACG GZ) (Oct 1-5) http://www.acg-vclexpo.com/

We just can’t wait to announce one of the Toy Fairs Exclusive items – Iron Man 2: 1/6th scale Mark IV Limited Edition Collectible Figurine (Secret Project) (2011 Toy Fairs Exclusive)!

More toy fairs details and exclusive items will be announced soon! Stay tuned!

Info taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Hot Toys - MMS151 - Spider-Man 3: New Goblin

2011-06-03T13:57:00.007+08:00

Hot Toys – MMS151 - Spider-Man 3: 1/6th scale New Goblin Limited Edition Collectible Figurine Specification
~ MMS Series ~

Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale New Goblin Limited Edition Collectible Figurine from the Spider-Man 3 movie. The movie-accurate New Goblin collectible is specially crafted based on the image of James Franco in the movie, highlighting the authentic head sculpt, highly detailed costume, weapons and accessories.

The 1/6th scale New Goblin Limited Edition Collectible Figurine specially features:
- Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of James Franco as New Goblin in the Spider-Man 3 movie
- Real-like facial expression with details wrinkles and gesture
- Alternate head with green mask and protective eye glasses
- Approximately 30 cm tall
- TrueType body with 30 points of articulation
- Two (2) pairs of interchangeable gloved palms including:
n One (1) pair of relaxed palms with right palm for holding sword and left palm for holding pumpkin bomb
n One (1) pair of fists
- Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

Costume :
- One (1) black- and green-colored jacket with elbow pads, belt and sword sheath on the back
- One (1) pair of black pants
- One (1) pair of black snowboots

Weapons:
- Three (3) swords with different lengths
- One (1) set of pumpkin bomb
- One (1) pair of forearm armor weapon (right side can be interchanged to fighting mode)

Accessories:
- One (1) sword pocket with straps
- One (1) sword sheath
- One (1) sky stick with light-up function and transparent stand
- Figurine stand with New Goblin nameplate and the movie logo

Artists:
- Head Sculpted by Noh Sung Woon
- Head Painted by JC.HONG
- Head Art Directed by Yulli

Release date: Q3, 2011

**Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different

Spider-Man, and all related characters, TM & © 2011 Marvel Entertainment, LLC and its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Spider-Man 3, the Movie © 2007 Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc. All rights reserved.

Pictures taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Hot Toys - X-Men: First Class License Announcement (news)

2011-05-31T03:01:00.003+08:00

We are pleased to announce the license of the upcoming superhero blockbuster X-Men: First Class!

Unveiling the beginning of the X-Men saga, revealing the secret history of famous global events, it focuses on the relationship between Professor X and Magneto and the origin of their groups, the X-Men and the Brotherhood of Mutants. This epic, action and character-driven movie shall be a must-watch this summer! What’s more, the collectible of this movie will be coming too! Witness the moment that will change our world. Stay tuned!

The movie will be launched this week! To watch the trailer and know more about the movie, please visit

http://www.x-menfirstclassmovie.com/

Pictures and info taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Hot Toys - MMS152 - Superman (preview)

2011-05-26T17:38:00.000+08:00

Hot Toys - MMS152 - Superman

2011-05-26T12:14:00.006+08:00

Hot Toys – MMS152 - Superman: 1/6th scale Superman Collectible Figure Specification

~ MMS Series ~
A brave and kind-hearted hero with a strong sense of justice, morality and righteousness. An American cultural icon, a fictional personality and a movie character.
Amid high anticipation, Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Superman Collectible Figure from the classic superhero movie Superman in 1978. The movie-accurate Superman collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Christopher Reeve in the movie, highlighting the authentic head sculpt, movie-accurate costume and detailed figure stage imitating the Fortress of Solitude.
The 1/6th scale Superman Collectible Figure specially features:
-Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Christopher Reeve as Superman in the Superman movie
-Real-like facial expression with detailed wrinkles and gesture
-Detailed hair sculpture
-Approximately 30 cm tall
-Newly sculpted muscular body with over 30 points of articulation with extra forceful upper body as in neck and chest
-Three (3) pairs of interchangeable palms including:
> One (1) pair of relaxed palms
> One (1) pair of fists
>One (1) pair of palms for fighting
- Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

Costume :
- One (1) set of costume in Superman style including one-piece blue costume with Superman logo in chest, yellow belt, red triangular-shaped pants and red cape
- One (1) pair of red boots

Accessories:
- Specially-made figure stage imitating the Fortress of Solitude
- Figure stand with Superman nameplate and the movie logo

Artists:
- Head Sculpted by Arnie Kim
- Head Painted by JC.HONG
- Head Art Directed by YULLI
- Body Sculpted by Joseph Tsang
**Limited Edition Green Kryptonite with metal chain will be offered to Hot Toys’ special channels

A portion of this collectible figure’s sales benefits will be donated to the Christopher Dana Reeve Foundation by Hot Toys Limited.

Release date: Q4, 2011

** Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different

TM © DC Comics.

Pictures taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Hot Toys - Superman (preview)

2011-05-24T23:28:00.002+08:00

Pictures taken from Toysdaily forum and Toy-world forum.

Hot Toys - Good news for Pirates fans!

2011-05-24T18:59:00.003+08:00

Dear fans, we are finally delighted to unveil our long-planned and value-added accessory "The Black Pearl in a Bottle" just after the movie is officially launched, which will come with our Captain Jack Sparrow Collectible Figure! Some fans may be asking where Angelica is. Besides Captain Jack Sparrow, we are more than happy to announce that we will be launching the collectible of another key character Angelica too! What's amazing is that she will come with the pair of chalices as bonus accessory! Fans, please don't miss it!

What's more, we are pleased to let you know that the smiley face, which is another interchangeable face of Captain Jack Sparrow, will be coming up soon! We will definitely keep our fans posted. Please stay tuned!

News taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Medicom - RAH 550 - Black★Rock Shooter

2011-05-24T12:29:00.002+08:00

Item Name : RAH550 Black★Rock Shooter
Manufacturer : Medicom Toy
Producer : Keisuke Sawada
Series : Real Action Heros
Original : Black★Rock Shooter
Release Date : Nov 2011
Regular Price : 22,000 yen (tax included)

Pictures taken from amiami.

Hot Toys - MMS139 - Alice (Resident Evil: Afterlife)

2011-05-23T16:16:00.007+08:00

Hot Toys – Resident Evil: Afterlife- 1/6th scale Alice Collectible Figure

Movie Masterpiece Series

Themovie-accurate Alice collectible is specially crafted based on theimage of Milla Jovovich in the movie, highlightingthe newly sculpted head, detailed costume and weapons.

The 1/6th scale Alice CollectibleFigure specially features:
- Authentic and detailed fully realized likenessof Milla Jovovich as Alice in the movie Resident Evil:Afterlife
- Approximately 28 cm tall
- TrueType bodywith over 30 points of articulations
- Highly detailed hairsculptures, two interchangeable hair styles included
- Movie-accuratefacial expression with detailed wrinkles and skin texture
- Three (3) pairs of palms including:

■ One (1) pair of relaxed palms
■ One (1) pair of palms for holding gun
■ One (1) pair of palms for holding blade

- Each piece of head sculpt is speciallyhand-painted

Costume:
- One (1) dark blue colored jacket
- One (1) black-color short-sleeved T-shirt
- One (1) black-color military vest
- One (1) pair of black-color leggings
- One (1) pair of light-brown leg warmers
- One (1) pair of black-color boots

Weapons:
- One (1) bladewith sheath
- Two (2) Nepal knives
- Two (2) pistols
- Two (2) shotguns
- Two (2) machineguns
- One (1) baton

Accessories:
- One (1) brown-color leather-like gun holsterwith belt
- Figure stand withAlice nameplate and the movie logo

Artists:
- Head Sculpted by Song Hye Hyun
- Head Painted by JC. Hong
- Head Art Directed by Yulli

Product Code: MMS139

Release date: Q4 2011

**Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different

Motion Picture © 2010 ConstantinFilm International GmbH and Davis Films/Impact Pictures Inc. All RightsReserved.

Motion Picture Artwork © 2010Screen Gems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Pictures taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Hot Toys - Superman preview

2011-05-20T19:31:00.001+08:00

Amid highest anticipation, Superman, the most beloved superhero of all times, finally comes!

We are proud to present the great collectible figure of this brave and kind-hearted hero with a strong sense of justice, morality and righteousness to our fans, which is a must-have item to fulfill everyone’s dream in childhood! You’ll believe a man can fly!

Picture and info taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Good Smile Company 10th Anniversary CM

2011-05-19T12:00:00.000+08:00

8.9 magnitude earthquake hits Japan

2011-03-11T22:38:00.004+08:00

I pray for Japan people safety.

Happy New Year 2011

2010-12-31T18:20:00.002+08:00

Hot Toys – MMS145 - Iron Man Mark V

2010-12-31T13:03:00.006+08:00

Hot Toys – MMS145 - Iron Man 2: 1/6th scale Mark V Limited Edition Collectible Figurine

~ Movie Masterpiece Series ~

Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Mark V Limited Edition Collectible Figurine from the Iron Man 2 movie. The movie-accurate Mark V collectible is highly detailed, highlighting the light-up function, detailed armor, additional battle damaged parts, suitcase and light-up figure stand.

The 1/6th scale Mark V Limited Edition Collectible Figurine specially features:
- Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness as Mark V in the movie Iron Man 2
- Approximately 30 cm tall
- Over 36 points of articulations
- LED-lighted eyes and Micro ARC reactor on chest (white light, battery operated)
- LED-lighted left and right arms (white light, battery operated)
- One (1) additional interchangeable battle damaged left arm
- One (1) additional interchangeable battle damaged chest armor
- Six (6) pieces of interchangeable palms including:
- One (1) pair of palms with movable fingers, improved articulations and light-up repulsors (white light, battery operated)
- One (1) pair of fists
- One (1) piece of battle damaged left open palm
- One (1) piece of battle damaged left relaxed palm
- Metallic red and silvery-grey colored painting on armor

Accessories:
- One (1) suitcase
- One (1) figure stand with Mark V nameplate and the movie logo
- One (1) additional square-shaped figure stand with LED light-up function (white light, battery operated)

**Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different
**Battery included for collectible figure, button cells (a total of 12 pieces) are required
**Battery not included for figure stand, 3A batteries (3 pieces) are required

Release date: Q2-3, 2011

© 2010 MVLFFLLC. TM & © 2011 Marvel.
© 2011 Hot Toys Limited. All Rights Reserved.

Pictures taken from Hot Toy's facebook.

Last haul for the year 2010

2010-12-31T11:51:00.002+08:00

Merry Christmas!

2010-12-24T19:25:00.002+08:00

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all.

Gardener 10th @ Times Square (Hong Kong)

2010-12-21T00:16:00.002+08:00

Away From Blog

2010-11-26T23:56:00.002+08:00

A video to entertain to you while I'm still away.

GSC - Rin Tousaka (preview)

2010-11-10T17:09:00.003+08:00

1/7th Scale Rin Tousaka

Images taken from akibahobby and mikatan's blog.

Hot Toys 10th Anniversary Exhibition & Exclusive

2010-10-26T17:34:00.002+08:00

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From Hot Toys's Facebook:
Celebrating Hot Toys 10th Anniversary

Many fans may have already known that this year is the 10th anniversary of Hot Toys. To celebrate our 10th years of craftsmanship and quality, we will be having our first-of-its-kind fabulous anniversary event during Christmas!

Amid guessing of the 10th anniversary special last week, here we are proud to unveil our 10th ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION “THE 1/6TH SCALE RENAISSANCE DECADE” which will be taken place in Tokyo from Dec 24-26, 2010!

What’s more, there will be Hot Toys 10th anniversary exclusive items which will be available at the event:

-Batman Begins: 1/6th scale Batman Demon & Scarecrow Collectible Figures Set
-1/6th scale Michael Jackson (Beat It version) Collectible Figure
-20th Century Boys: 1/6th scale Friend Collectible Figure

Come join us to celebrate the success of Hot Toys and enjoy the precious moments with us there!

More exciting elements will be available there. For more info, please stay tuned with www.hottoys.jp.

Max Factory - figma Black Gold Saw (updated)

2010-10-23T21:27:00.003+08:00

Item Name : figma Black Gold Saw
figma Dead Master (PVC Figure)
Manufacturer : Max Factory
Scale : Non
Material : PVC , ABS
Producer : Max Factory - Masaki Asai
Series : figma
Original : Black Rock Shooter
Release Date : Feb 2011
Regular Price : 2,800 yen (tax included)

Info taken from Good Smile Company:
From the anime "Black Rock Shooter" comes a figma of the mysterious ''Black Gold Saw', who was seen fighting with Black Rock Shooter at the very beginning of the movie.

* Using the smooth yet poseable joints of figma, you can act out a variety of different scenes.
* Along with her standard face, she also comes with a bone-chilling smile and a serious face ready to cause some trouble.
* Her weapon, "King Saw", is the same length of her entire body and is included covered in scratches and dents from past battles.
* Her impressive long hair also contains figma joints, allowing you to recreate dynamic action scenes!
* A poseable figma stand is included, which allows various poses to be taken.

Pictures taken from figma blog.

GSC - Dead Master -animation version-

2010-10-21T15:14:00.002+08:00

Item Name : Dead Master -animation version-
Manufacturer : Good Smile Company
Scale : 1/8
Material : PVC , ABS
Producer : Ken Kawanishi
Original : Black Rock Shooter
Release Date : Mar 2010
Regular Price : 9,800 yen (tax included)

Words by GSC:
From the freely distributed anime "Black Rock Shooter" comes a 1/8th scale PVC figure of Black Rock Shooter's rival, Dead Master.

Her pose has her jumping through the air effortlessly, even while wielding her huge scythe, "Dead Scythe". The stand she also includes the two skulls she controls in the anime, which really brings the figure together and pulls out Dead Master's dark charm.

Pictures and info taken from Good Smile Company.

DancingDoll by RozenZebet (video)

2010-10-20T12:35:00.001+08:00

The latest video of the dancing dolfie.

Alter - Kazuma Ikezawa & King Kazuma (preview)

2010-10-20T12:22:00.002+08:00

Pictures taken from Altair blog.

Hot Toys - ???

2010-10-19T15:31:00.002+08:00

Mystery sneak peak at Hot Toys's website.

It will be announce on the coming Tokyo Toy Fair.

GSC - Dead Master -anime version-

2010-10-18T19:57:00.003+08:00

Pictures taken from mikatan's blog.

Hot Toys - MMS120 - War Machine (more preview)

2010-10-11T15:56:00.001+08:00

Pictures taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Mobile Suit Gundam UC ep 2 (trailer # 2)

2010-10-07T01:51:00.002+08:00

Ending theme song for ep2

Max Factory - figma KOS-MOS Ver. 4 (preview)

2010-10-07T01:39:00.002+08:00

Pictures taken from figma blog.

GSC - Saber Alter -Vortigern- (preview)

2010-10-04T17:48:00.003+08:00

Reservation will start on tomorrow.

Pictures taken from mikatan's english blog.

Max Factory - Figma Mari Illustrious Makinami: New Plugsuit ver. (preview)

2010-10-01T22:42:00.001+08:00

Pictures taken from Figma blog.

NEWS - Ngee Khiong's blog closed down

2010-10-01T22:21:00.002+08:00

From Ngee Khiong:

Prelude to the Ending

Earlier this year I was hoping that this blog of mine would last longer than Gunota Headlines, and just a few days ago when I announced that I'm reviewing my interest to continue the blog, I was still hanging on to the idea that I could do that, but the answer was very clear since a long time ago, going on like this till March next year will be a dragging pain for me for another 6 months.

Read more at his blog : ngeekhiong.blogspot.com

To Ngee Khiong:

Thanks for the efforts you that you put daily at your blog. Your blog is my no.1 stop for Gundam & gunpla news. Wish you can continue blogging but life goes on.

Good luck in your life my fren.

Kaiyodo -FRAULEIN REVOLTECH Shikinami Asuka Langley Plug Suit Ver.

2010-10-01T22:11:00.002+08:00

Item Name : FRAULEIN REVOLTECH Shikinami Asuka Langley Plug Suit Ver
Manufacturer : Kaiyodo
Scale : 1/10
Material : PVC
Producer : Tomohide Enoki
Original : Rebuild of Evangelion
Release Date : Nov 2010
Regular Price : 2,762 yen (tax excluded)

Pictures taken from amiami.

Alter - Tainaka Ritsu (preview)

2010-09-25T14:19:00.003+08:00

Pictures taken from Alter's blog.

Hot Toys - MMS136 - The Terminator: T-800

2010-09-25T13:40:00.007+08:00

Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale T800 Collectible Figure from The Terminator movie. The T800 collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Arnold Schwarzenegger in the movie, highlighting the newly sculpted head, muscular body, detailed weapons and accessories, as well as the additional interchangeable damaged head.

The 1/6th scale T800 Collectible Figure specially features:

- Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Arnold Schwarzenegger as T800 in the movie The Terminator
- Approximately 30cm tall
- Muscular body with over 30 points of articulations
- Dark brown colored hair sculpture
- Movie accurate facial expression with detailed wrinkles and skin texture
- An additional interchangeable left eye damaged head
- Seven (7) pieces of interchangeable palms including:
- One (1) pair of relaxed palms
- One (1) pair of gloved fists
- One (1) pair for holding gun
- One (1) damaged right arm
- Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

Costume:
- One (1) dark grey colored jacket with metal chain on left shoulder
- One (1) black colored patterned under vest
- One (1) pair of khaki colored pants
- One (1) pair of black colored boots with chain on left side

Weapons:
- One (1) long slide pistol
- One (1) machine gun
- One (1) long shot gun

Accessories:
- One (1) medical pincer
- One (1) medical knife
- Four (4) pairs of medical scissors
- Figure stand with T800 nameplate and the Terminator movie logo

Artists:
- Head Sculpted by Yulli
- Head Painted by JC. Hong
- Head Art Directed by JC. Hong

Release date: Q4, 2010 - Q1, 2011

T1, THE TERMINATOR, ENDOSKELETON, and any depiction of Endoskeleton are trademarks of StudioCanal Image S.A. All Rights Reserved.
© 2010 StudioCanal Image S.A. ®All Rights Reserved.

Remarks:
- Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different
- All information is subject to change without prior notice.
- The above release date is for reference only, please check with your local distributors and wholesalers for more accurate details.

Pictures and info taken from Hot Toys.

Hot Toys - The Terminator: T-800 (preview)

2010-09-22T18:17:00.005+08:00

From Hot Toys's facebook:

Some of you have got it right for the classic character that we are going to announce!
Guess who is doing “surgery” for himself in the photo? He is coming from the future this Friday! Stay tuned!

Loot of The Day - 8 the lucky number.

2010-09-17T20:44:00.002+08:00

Finally, pickup 8 parcels at my office today. 3 of the parcels are not toys related. :p

Hot Toys - MMS138 - The Expendables: Barney Ross

2010-09-17T14:58:00.006+08:00

Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Barney Ross Collectible Figure from The Expendables movie. The movie-accurate Barney Ross collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Sylvester Stallone in the movie, highlighting the newly sculpted head, body tattoo, two styles of costume, detailed accessories and weapons.
The 1/6th scale Barney Ross Collectible Figure specially features:
- Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Sylvester Stallone as Barney Ross in the movie The Expendables
- Approximately 30 cm tall
- Muscular body with over 30 points of articulations
- Highly detailed hair sculpture and moustache- Movie-accurate facial expressions with detailed wrinkles and skin texture - Body tattoos with animal patterns on chest and arms, “Expendable” logo on back- Seven (7) pieces of palms including:
■ One (1) pair of gloved palms for shooting with gun
■ One (1) gloved right palm for holding gun
■ One (1) pair of gloved fists
■ One (1) right palm for holding gun
■ One (1) right fist
- Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

Costume:
- One (1) beret
- One (1) pair of black colored boots
- Two (2) styles of outfits include:
- Style 1:
■ One (1) round-neck black-color T-shirt
■ One (1) tactical vest
■ One (1) pair of black military trousers
■ One (1) leather-like black belt
- Style 2:
■ One (1) V-neck green-color T-shirt
■ One (1) pair of blue jeans
■ One (1) leather-like brown belt

Weapons:
- Two (2) pistols with pouches- One (1) revolver with pouch
- One (1) assault rifle
- Two (2) packs of magazines with pouches
Accessories:
- One (1) watch
- One (1) pair of sunglasses
- One (1) pair of goggles
- Two (2) necklaces including one (1) with cross, one (1) with military plate and danger-shaped accessory as pendants
- Figure stand with Barney Ross nameplate and the movie logo

Artists:
- Head Sculpted by Kojun
- Head Painted by JC. Hong
- Head Art Directed by JC. Hong

Release date: Q4 2010- Q1 2011

**Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different

© 2010 Alta Vista Productions, Inc. The Expendables, and all related logos, characters, names, and distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks of Alta Vista Productions, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Pictures taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Enterbay - Onimusha 3 - Akechi Samanosuke (preview)

2010-09-11T10:50:00.001+08:00

Picture taken from Enterbay's blog.

GSC - Nendoroid Ragnarok Online: Arc Bishop (preview)

2010-09-08T18:12:00.005+08:00

Pictures taken from mikatan's blog.

Arch Bishop in action

Star Driver: Kagayaki no Takuto (anime trailer)

2010-09-04T02:04:00.002+08:00

Look sweet.

The anime will premiere in October 2010.

More info at wiki : Star Driver: Kagayaki no Takuto

GSC - Nendoroid Sherlock Shellingford (preview)

2010-09-03T13:36:00.002+08:00

*Bundled with Tantei Opera: Milky Holmes Limited Edition (PSP game)

Pictures taken from mikatan's blog.

GSC - Nendoroid Puchi K-ON! The First TV CM

2010-09-01T14:11:00.001+08:00

Credit to wcloudx3 for uploading this video.

Kaiyodo - FRAULEIN REVOLTECH Makinami Mari Illustrious Old Type Plug Suit

2010-09-01T14:04:00.002+08:00

Item Name : FRAULEIN REVOLTECH Makinami Mari Illustrious Old Type Plug Suit
Manufacturer : Kaiyodo
Scale : 1/10
Material : PVC
Original : Rebuild of Evangelion
Release Date : Oct 2010
Regular Price : 2,900 yen (tax included)

Pictures taken from amiami.

GSC - Nendoroid Miku Hatsune: Absolute HMO Edition

2010-08-31T12:41:00.002+08:00

Item Name : Nendoroid Miku Hatsune: Absolute HMO Edition
Manufacturer : Good Smile Company
Material : PVC , ABS
Sculptor : Oda Tsuyoshi, Meishi Takano
Series : Nendoroid
Original : Character Vocal Series 01: Miku Hatsune
Release Date : Dec 2010
Regular Price : 4,000 yen (tax included)

Words by Good Smile Company:
YMO (Yellow Magic Orchestra) recently released a CD called "HMO (Hatsune Miku Orchestra)", and the illustration of that jacket cover, illustrated by manga artist Kuu, became so popular that it is now getting it's very own Nendoroid rendition, oversized sleeves and all!

A variety of extra items seen in the PV of the song "Kimi ni, mune kyun. -Uwaki na Vacation-", such as a keyboard and an electric drum set are included. Also included are some stickers of eyes for Rin and Len, to change the currently on sale Nendoroid Rin and Len into similarly styled characters!

Pictures and info taken from Good Smile Company.

Hot Toys – MMS133 – Ghost Rider with Bike Set

2010-08-30T18:14:00.005+08:00

Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Ghost Rider Limited Edition Collectible Figurine with Bike Set from the Ghost Rider movie. The highly detailed Ghost Rider collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Nicolas Cage in the movie, highlighting the newly sculpted head and skull, light-up functions on skull and detailed weapons. The set also comes with a motor bike with light-up functions in front blinkers and wheels.

The 1/6th scale Ghost Rider Limited Edition Collectible Figurine with Bike Set specially features:
- Newly sculpted head with authentic likeness of Nicolas Cage as Johnny Blaze and Ghost Rider in the movie Ghost Rider
- Approximately 30 cm tall
- TrueType body with over 30 points of articulations
- Highly detailed hair sculpture
- Movie-accurate facial expression with detailed wrinkles and skin texture
- Interchangeable newly sculpted skull with LED light-up eyes and fire-shaped hair sculpture (orange light, battery operated)
- Two (2) pairs of interchangeable palms:
n One (1) pair of riveted gloved fists
n One (1) pair for riveted gloved palms for holding shot gun
- Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

Costume:
- One (1) leather-like black jacket with rivets on shoulders
- One (1) black tee
- One (1) pair of leather-like black trousers
- One (1) pair of dark-brown boots
- One (1) pair of front arm armor with rivets

Weapons:
- One (1) long metal chain
- One (1) shot gun

Accessories:
- Specially sculpted 1/6th scale motor bike with LED light-up functions in front blinkers and wheels (orange light, battery operated)
- Figure stand with Ghost Rider nameplate and movie logo

Artists:
- Head Sculpted by Eom Jea Sung (GOX)
- Head Painted by JC. Hong
- Head Art Directed by Kojun
- Skull Sculpted by Joseph Tsang
- Motor Bike Sculpted by Joseph Tsang

**Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different
**Battery included for collectible figure, AG1 batteries (3 pieces) are required
**Battery not included for motor bike, 3A batteries (3 pieces) are required

Release date: Q4, 2010 – Q1, 2011

TM & 2010 Marvel. © Columbia Pictures.
© 2010 Hot Toys Limited. All Rights Reserved.

Pictures taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

GSC - Nendoroid Haruhi Suzumiya: Disappearance ver.

2010-08-30T11:33:00.002+08:00

Item Name : Nendoroid Haruhi Suzumiya: Disappearance ver.
Manufacturer : Good Smile Company
Material : PVC , ABS
Producer : Yukiwo Ageta (Max Factory)
Series : Nendoroid
Original : The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya
Release Date : Dec 2010
Regular Price : 3,500 yen (tax included)

Words by Good Smile Company:
From the huge hit anime movie "The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya" comes a Nendoroid of Haruhi herself. She is wearing her Kouyou Academy school uniform and has her hair down and long, creating a very different appearance compared to the standard Haruhi.

Three expressions are included, as well as a variety of replaceable arm parts. She even includes some extra parts to be used with 'Nendoroid Yuki Nagato: Dissappearance ver', which was announced some time ago. Display her with Yuki, and recreate the world from the movie in Nendoroid form!

Pictures and info taken from Good Smile Company.

Hot Toys - Superman (news)

2010-08-27T19:56:00.001+08:00

From Hot Toy's facebook:
Our dear fans, this Winter Hot Toys will be bringing you surprise from the highly anticipated SUPERMAN (1978) movie license! Long-awaited by fans from all over the world, we’ll launch the first-of-his kind 1/6th scale collectible figure of this American superhero acted by notable artist Christopher Reeve!

Announcing this together is another great news, also much expected by our fans! We now proudly announce our new Korean extraordinary artist Mr Arnie Kim to join the Hot Toys family! Taking the lead is the long-awaiting SUPERMAN project! We hope this unprecedented project and collaboration will bring to fans great excitement and anticipation! More exciting projects with outstanding characters will be coming soon! So please stay tuned with us for update!

Max Factory - figma Haruhi Suzumiya: Kouyou Academy uniform ver.

2010-08-27T18:03:00.005+08:00

Included also, Nagato Yuki's "smiling shy face" and a sleeping bag.

Pictures taken from figma blog.

GSC - Nendoroid Hatsune Miku Orchestra (preview)

2010-08-27T16:15:00.005+08:00

Included extra faces for Nendoroid Kagamine Rin & Len:

Pictures taken from mikatan's blog.

Max Factory - figma Yoshika Miyafuji

2010-08-26T11:39:00.002+08:00

Item Name : figma Yoshika Miyafuji
Manufacturer : Max Factory
Material : PVC , ABS
Producer : Maki Asai , Max Factory
Series : figma
Original : Strike Witches
Release Date : Nov 2010
Regular Price : 3,500 yen (tax included)

Words by Good Smile Company:
With the second season currently being broadcast in Japan, the popular series "Strike Witches" sees its first figma, the novice witch with amazing potential, Yoshika Miyafuji!

* Using the smooth yet poseable joints of figma, you can act out a variety of different scenes.
* A flexible plastic is used for important areas, allowing proportions to be kept without compromising posability.
* Both her striker unit and her weapon, the 2nd model 99 aircraft cannon are both included, and special care has been placed on the ever-important lower body clothing, which have been made as "shift:body" pieces, which are high quality non-posable body parts.
* Her ears and tail that appear when using magic power are both included, as well as replaceable parts on the striker unit that allow rotating and still propellers.
* Three facial expressions are included: a normal face, a shouting face and a happy face as if Yoshika is touching something "big and soft".
* A poseable figma stand is included, which allows various poses to be taken.

Pictures and info taken from Good Smile Company.

GSC - Nadeko Sengoku

2010-08-26T11:29:00.003+08:00

Item Name : Nadeko Sengoku
Manufacturer : Good Smile Company
Scale : 1/8
Material : PVC
Producer : Hironori Tokunaga
Original : Bakemonogatari
Release Date : Jan 2010
Regular Price : 9,800 yen (tax included)

Words by Good Smile Company.
From the popular anime "Bakemonogatari" comes a PVC figure of Nadeko Sengoku, the girl with a snake wrapped around her.

The posing for the figure is taken from the cover of the 4th volume of the Blu-ray and DVD release of the series, which depicts the lovable Nadeko playing by some water around the autumn leaves. Even the leaves and snake floating in the water have been carefully detailed for the full effect of the original illustration.

Removable leg parts are also included, which allow you to either display Nadeko standing knee-deep in the water, or standing on the waterside with her legs fully visible. It's a figure fit for any Nadeko fan!

Pictures and info taken from Good Smile Company.

Hot Toys - MMS134 - Inglourious Basterds: Col. Hans Landa

2010-08-25T13:13:00.004+08:00

Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Col. Hans Landa Collectible Figure from the Inglourious Basterds movie. The highly detailed Col. Hans Landa collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Christoph Waltz in the movie, highlighting the newly sculpted head, movie-accurate facial expression, Germany army uniform and detailed accessories.

The 1/6th scale Col. Hans Landa specially features:
- Newly sculpted head with authentic likeness of Christoph Waltz as Col. Hans Landa in the movie
- Approximately 29.5cm tall
- TrueType body with over 30 points of articulations
- Highly detailed hair sculpture
- Movie-accurate facial expression with detailed wrinkles and skin texture
- Five (5) pieces of interchangeable palms including:n One (1) pair of open palms
■ One (1) pair of relaxed palms (right palm for holding pistol or tobacco pipe)
■ One (1) left palm for holding suitcase
- Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

Costume:
- One (1) leather-like black trench coat
- One (1) set of Germany army uniform with badges including a grey-color shirt and pants
- One (1) long sleeved white under tee
- One (1) leather-like black belt with pistol pouch
- One (1) black and grey colored cap with badges
- One (1) pair of leather-like black boots

Weapon:
- One (1) pistol

Accessories:
- One (1) pair of grey gloves
- One (1) tobacco pipe
- One (1) leather-like suitcase
- Figure stand with Col. Hans Landa nameplate and movie logo

Artists:
- Head Sculpted by Jeon Young Tae
- Head Painted by JC. Hong
- Head Art Directed by Kojun

Release date: Q4 2010

Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different.

© 2009 The Weinstein Company. All Right Reserved.
Inglourious Basterds TM and all related characters, places, names and other indicia are trademarks of the Weinstein Company. All Right Reserved.

Pictures taken from Hot Toy's facebook.

Wave - Asuka Langley Shikinami Apron Ver.

2010-08-25T12:57:00.002+08:00

Item Name : Asuka Langley Shikinami Apron Ver.
Manufacturer : Wave
Scale : 1/10
Material : PVC , ABS
Producer : Yozo Ogawa
Original : Rebuild of Evangelion
Release Date : Jan 2010
Regular Price : 4,500 yen (tax not included)

Pictures taken from Hobby Search.

GSC - Nendoroid Dead Master (preview)

2010-08-23T17:54:00.003+08:00

Pre-order start on 26/8/2010

Pictures taken from mikatan's blog.

GSC - figma & Nendoroid Black Rock Shooter (preview)

2010-08-20T17:27:00.003+08:00

Pictures taken from mikatan's blog.

Hot Toys - Platoon - Chris Taylor

2010-08-20T17:17:00.004+08:00

Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Chris Taylor Collectible Figure from the Platoon movie. The highly detailed Chris Taylor collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Charlie Sheen in the movie, highlighting the newly sculpted head, military costume, gear and weapons.

The 1/6th scale Chris Taylor Collectible Figure specially features:
- Newly sculpted head with authentic likeness of Charlie Sheen as Chris Taylor in the movie Platoon
- Approximately 30 cm tall
- TrueType body with over 30 points of articulations
- Movie-accurate facial expression with detailed wrinkles and skin texture
- Two (2) hair styles, including one (1) for normal occasion and one (1) for wearing helmet
- Five (5) pieces of interchangeable palms:
n One (1) pair of open palms
n One (1) pair for holding gun
n One (1) right palm for holding machete
- Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

Costume:
- One (1) olive drab BDU shirt with pouches
- One (1) olive drab BDU pants with belt
- One (1) olive drab towel and one (1) scarf
- One (1) army utility belt with two (2) ammo pouches
- One (1) pair of olive drab and black colored jungle boots

Weapons:
- One (1) rifle
- One (1) M72 light anti-tank weapon (LAW)
- One (1) bayonet with sheath
- One (1) machete with sheath
- Two (2) normal grenade and one (1) smoke grenade

Accessories:
- One (1) red head band
- One (1) helmet with camouflage cover and a stick
- One (1) necklace and one (1) dog tag
- One (1) suspender
- One (1) compass pouch
- One (1) watch
- One (1) bracelet
- One (1) rucksack
- Two (2) canteens with cover
- One (1) claymore mine with bag
- One (1) carabiner
- One (1) Entrenching tool (E-tool) with cover
- Figure stand with Chris Taylor nameplate and movie logo

Artists:
- Head Sculpted by Song Hye Hyun
- Head Painted by JC. Hong
- Head Art Directed by JC. Hong

Release date: Q4, 2010

**Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different

PLATOON © 1986 Orion Pictures Corporation. © 2010 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. PLATOON is a trademark of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved

Pictures taken from Hot Toys's facebook.

Hot Toys - Predators - Falconer Predator

2010-08-13T16:18:00.008+08:00

Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Falconer Predator Collectible Figure from the Predators movie. The movie-accurate Falconer Predator collectible is specially crafted based on his image in the movie, highlighting the highly detailed head and body armory, undetachable face mask, armor and weapons.

The 1/6th scale Falconer Predator Collectible Figure specially features:

- Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Falconer Predator in the movie Predators
- Realistic and accurate 1/6th scale of 14 inches / 35 cm tall
- Over 22 points of articulations
- Highly detailed head and body armory
- Two (2) pairs of interchangeable palms including:
n One (1) pair of fists
n One (1) pair of relaxed palms

Weapons:
- Three (3) interchangeable metal blades of different lengths

Accessories:
- Newly sculpted Predator skull
- Leather-like skirt and straps
- One (1) pair of forearm armor with right one for inserting blade
- One (1) pair of thigh armor
- One (1) left waist armor
- Undetachable face mask with LED light-up function
- Figure stand with Falconer Predator nameplate and the movie logo

Artists:
- Figure Sculpted by Joseph Tsang
- Figure Painted by Joseph Tsang

**Product shown is not final, pending licensor approval

Release date: Q1 2011

Pictures taken from Hot Toys facebook.

SPAM - Bored out of my mind

2010-08-03T13:15:00.000+08:00

A very nice song I found in youtube recently.

Hot Toys - ACGHK 2010

2010-07-30T17:42:00.007+08:00

Enterbay - ACGHK 2010

2010-07-30T16:04:00.005+08:00

HobbyLink Japan - 50% off Fedex Shipping!

2010-07-30T01:14:00.002+08:00

From HobbyLink Japan:

The amazing quality, speed, and security of FedEx, the world's most respected shipping company, at half the cost! That's right; choose FedEx as your shipping method between 6pm July 29 and 6pm August 11, 2010 (Japan Standard Time; GMT+9) and get 50% off of our normal FedEx international express shipping rates!

In order to take advantage of this great FedEx 50% off express shipping offer, all you need to do is:

Place an order or orders for any in-stock and shippable items between 6pm July 29 and 6pm August 11, 2010 (Japan Standard Time; GMT+9).
During checkout, choose FedEx as your shipping method.
Enjoy a 50% discount off your FedEx shipping fees!

Really, it's just that simple!

Hot Toys - DX04 (announcing soon)

2010-07-27T18:25:00.004+08:00

From Hot Toys newsletter:

The long-awaiting brand-new DX04 will be firstly unveiled globally very soon!

With the strongest artist cast ever, the DX04 shall be highly anticipated by fans after planning for years! Excited or not? This collectible specially comes with TWO newly developed head sculpts with Parallel Eyeball Rolling System (PERS)! Stay tuned with us for update on our Facebook! You will definitely be surprised!

p.s. Everyone expecting it to be Christopher Reeve Superman

DancingDoll's newest video

2010-07-26T00:08:00.001+08:00

Uploaded today by RozenZebet

Loot of The Day - Stress Therapy

2010-07-25T23:33:00.002+08:00

Hot Toys 愚かな!!!!!!!!

2010-07-19T23:13:00.005+08:00

Hot Toys next project

Argghhh . . you milking my wallet dry!!!! Nooooooooo

Pictures taken from eddiewong.net

By the way, this blog is still dead. . .

Announcement : Taking a break

2010-07-07T14:33:00.002+08:00

Been sick for almost 2 weeks and is still sick now.

Work keep piling up at my office....

Thats it, I'm taking a break from blogging and a lot of other stuffs (especially Facebook games)

Loot of The Day - No money No toys

2010-07-02T00:56:00.002+08:00

A small haul for today.

Been very very very busy lately. Work load plus personal stuffs has pretty much drained me most of the days.

Max Factory - figma Luka Megurine (updated)

2010-06-28T23:07:00.004+08:00

Item name : figma Luka Megurine
Manufacturer : Max Factory
Material : PVC , ABS
Producer : Maki Asai
Series : figma
Original : Character Vocal Series 03 Megurine Luka
Release Date : Oct 2010
Regular Price : 2,800 yen (tax included)

From Good Smile Company:
From the popular "Character Vocal Series" comes yet another figma, Luka Megurine!

* Using the smooth yet poseable joints of figma, you can act out various scenes.
* A flexible plastic is used for specific areas, allowing proportions to be kept, without compromising posability.
* Luka's standard face, as well as a singing face ideal for a Vocaloid are both included as facial expressions.
* Various extras are included, such as the well-known tuna fish "Ooma-san", as well as a new classic mike to sing into.
* Careful attention to detail has left Luka just as stunning as she should be, including the metallically colored parts of her outfit.
* A poseable figma stand is included, which allows various poses to be taken.

Pictures taken from figma blog.