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Post by sircastico on Jan 30, 2012 16:04:39 GMT 8
poor maz!
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Post by qb on Feb 19, 2012 23:29:47 GMT 8
Super Robot Chogokin Key To Victory Weapon Set 2Weapon Background:
Star GaoGaiGar Components: GaiGar (Cyborg Guy + Galeon) + DrillGao + LinerGao + StealthGao II
Result of Final Fusion with StealthGao II in place of the original StealthGao. StealthGao II incorporates an optional "Space Booster" that allows GaoGaiGar to remain in space for much longer operational periods.
This apparatus consists of a nacelle attached to the end of either wing edge and a bladed wing assembly attached to its upper surface. (The Space Booster can also be used in atmosphere, though any potential drawbacks of doing this are unknown.) Either nacelle on the Space Booster is "leashed" with one "Phantom Ring." While the exact mechanics are unknown, these rings are remote-controlled, self-propelled units that detach and position in front of GaoGaiGar's arms, enhancing their attacks as follows:
Broken Phantom: Phantom Ring-directed Broken Magnum with greater control in space and a wider effective damage radius upon enemy contact. Protect Wall: Phantom Ring-boosted Protect Shade with a wider area of protection. It can also use the GGG-built Gatling Driver, which bends (rather, spirals) space to create either an interfering spatial field, or a "gravity lens" through which energy attacks can be focused to a sharp point. When equipped with a Gatling Driver on its left arm and a Dividing Driver on its right, Star GaoGaiGar is further capable of using the Double-Head Driver technique, used to create an exit within pocket dimensions that use properties of Dividing Energy. Star GaoGaiGar can still interface with Goldymarg to use the Goldion Hammer in this mode.
Final Words: In four words: I love the set! The Stealth Gao II being added on to the SRC Gaogaigar really beefs it up, making the robot look bigger and more bad ass than it was previously. The attachment is a bit back heavy though but it does come with its own stand; which is a plus in my book, which helps in posing/displaying the figure.
The effect changes for when the boosters are active is what, IMHO, makes having the attachment cool altho I am worried about the part swapping since they are attached via a small peg to a small hole. Continuous part swapping may eventually cause the peg to break so I display mine with the green translucent effect part. It's cooler that way.
The gatling driver is a nice addition but since its rarely used in the series, it's a nice to have but not really something I'm super happy to have. It looks great though when attached and partnered with the dividing driver.
Lastly, the phantom rings. I have the same worries with them as I do the green effect parts for the boosters. The effect parts with them also attach via 4 small pegs to 4 slots. While the plastic does feel thick enough, I've seen many a toy in the past that's prone to breakage with the way you remove/put on the part so take extra care when posing this with Broken Phantom/Protect Wall.
Overall, it's a great set. Awesome add-on to an awesome figure. Top it off with Set 1 and you again have one bad ass King of Braves proudly standing on your shelf. Thanks for looking! ;D
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Post by qb on Mar 19, 2012 9:35:33 GMT 8
SH Figuarts Kamen Rider Kabuto
Hi all! While not a new figure, I'd just like to share my latest photoshoot. Kamen Rider Kabuto (as well as W) is my favorite Kamen Rider of all time. I've actually had this figure since 2010 but have held of for years before finally taking photos of him. I'm just happy to note that even after 2 years, I still enjoy having this figure as if it was taken straight out of the box. Souji Tendou (天道 総司 Tendō Sōji?, portrayed by Hiro Mizushima), the Zecter's wearer, is a mysterious, quiet 21-year old man who often seems to follow monk-like philosophies of peace. His name literally means "Path of Heaven" (天道 Tendō?), "Ruler of All" (総司 Sōji?)" and he always uses it to introduce himself ("Walking the path of Heaven, the man who will rule everything." (天の道を行き、総べてを司る男。 Ten no michi o Iki, Subete o Tsukasadoru otoko.?)). Tendou often spouts amazingly appropriate zen-like phrases he supposedly learned from his grandmother, prefacing them with "Grandmother used to say..." (お母ちゃんが言っていた Obaachan ga Itteita?). He also often does a 'point to the sky' pose, usually after he defeats a Worm or introduces himself. Tendou has no actual job and does not attend college because he believes that he is destined for something bigger (which is becoming Kabuto). Despite having many talents (from cooking to hairstyling to excelling at various sports to the extent that he can handle entire teams alone), he is usually uninterested in pursuing anything until his belt activates. He calls himself a "National Treasure" and "Universal Treasure". Tendou stays in a big home with his little sister Juka (later revealed as his cousin sister), loves cooking, and seems to have an interest in Kagami's co-worker, Hiyori. As a result, he is a regular customer at Bistro La Salle. Because of his abilities and outlook, combined with his talent of being a step ahead of those around him, Tendou is somewhat rude, and exceedingly arrogant at first glance. However, this serious personality holds back the caring emotions he has for others. -from Wiki Rider Form Kabuto's Rider Form (ライダーフォーム Raidā Fōmu?) is the sleeker and more offensive-based form which resembles more of a Japanese rhinoceros beetle which Kabuto is named and themed after. In this form, Kabuto has access to the Clock Up (クロックアップ Kurokku Appu?) command, enabling Kabuto to travel at near-light speeds to match the speeds of the Worms. By pressing the three buttons on the belt in succession, Kabuto can perform his tachyon-powered Rider Kick (ライダーキック Raidā Kikku?). Kabuto Rider Form has three variations of Rider Kick: normal 180 degree roundhouse kick, counter kick (360 degree roundhouse kick, which is used to surprise opponents who attempt to attack him from behind), and a flying side kick.
Weapons: Kabuto Kunai Gun (カブトクナイガン Kabuto Kunai Gan?): The Kabuto Kunai Gun is Kabuto's personal sidearm that has three modes to use the weapon in various forms. Gun Mode (ガンモード Gan Mōdo?), the default mode, fires high-intensity ion beam blasts and is equipped with tri-laser targeting called DAT Sight (ダットサイト Datto Saito?). Its finishing attack is an ionic energy blast called the Avalanche Shoot (アバランチシュート Abaranchi Shūto?). Ax Mode (アックスモード Akkusu Mōdo?) becomes active when the gun barrel is held, and is wielded by using the bladed butt of the weapon like a tomahawk. Its finishing attack is the Avalanche Break (アバランチブレイク Abaranchi Bureiku?). Kunai Mode (クナイモード Kunai Mōdo?) activates when the gun barrel is detached, unsheathing a short-dagger weapon good for its swift and easy handling; this is favored most when Kabuto switches to Rider Form. This mode's finishing attack is the Avalanche Smash (アパランチスラッシュ Abaranchi Surasshu?). Kabuto Extender (カブトエクステンダー Kabuto Ekusutendā?): The Kabuto Extender is a modified Honda CBR1000RR designed for Kabuto, capable of switching between two performance modes: the high-speed Masked Mode (マスクドモード Maskudo Mōdo?) and the offensively oriented Ex Mode (エクスモード Ekusu Mōdo?). Masked Mode is the Kabuto Extender's first formation and is most suited for Kabuto's Masked Form in every aspect, because of its highly-fortified defenses. After using "Cast-Off" (Kabuto cannot ride Ex Mode in Masked Form), the bike changes into Ex Mode. This form is used for frontal assaults and battering style attacks as the Ex Horn can easily destroy Pupa Worms. After the front fairing clears, the front wheel separates in two, allowing the front chassis to sink. The Clock Up system can further extend the abilities of this machine, allowing it to surpass basic gravitational laws. Hyper Form Kabuto is the only Rider in Kabuto (with the exception of Gatack in the Hyper Battle DVD with the aid of another Hyper Zecter from the future) that can achieve Hyper Form (ハイパーフォーム Haipā Fōmu?), an even stronger version of Rider Form. While Kamen Rider Caucasus used the Hyper Zecter, he was unable to access a Hyper Form. Accessed through the Hyper Zecter (ハイパーゼクター Haipā Zekutā?), a futuristic Zecter made by ZECT and predestined to be used by Tendou, it initiates the Hyper Cast Off (ハイパーキャストオフ Haipā Kyasuto Ofu?) command, unleashing its full power. It also has access to Hyper Clock Up (ハイパークロックアップ Haipā Kurokku Appu?), a version of Clock Up, able to even time travel due to its hypersonic speed properties. The maximum range of this is currently unknown, but its shown to be able to travel back at least seven years. Kabuto is also able to take objects back in time along with him, (the most impressive example being a huge meteor in the movie). His finisher is the Flying Rider Kick Hyper Kick (ハイパーキック Haipā Kikku?). Even though the original Hyper Zecter from the present was destroyed by ZECT to prevent Tendou from obtaining it, another from the future appeared to replace it. He is also equipped with a jetpack-like device on his back, allowing Kabuto flight capabilities, though usually it's only used to gain height for the Hyper Kick. But his alternate self from God Speed Love, used this device to fly through space, even pushing a meteor far larger than himself *All facts are from Wikipedia.com Thanks for looking! ;D
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Post by qb on Apr 10, 2012 5:47:02 GMT 8
Latest acquisition: SRC Magiking from Mahou Sentai Magiranger
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