MARVEL X BISHOUJO COLLECTION: PSYLOCKE STATUE
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Following hot on the heels of the first three Marvel Comics Bishoujo Collection Statues (Rogue, Black Widow, and Scarlet Witch) comes the mysterious and beautiful telepathic ninja mutant PSYLOCKE! Once a British woman with minor mutant powers, Elizabeth “Betsy” Braddock’s mind was transferred into the body of a ninja giving her additional martial arts prowess. A long-time member of the X-Men, Psylocke now stars in her very own comic book series. Here, the mutant heroine is presented for the first time in the Japanese Bishoujo (pretty girl) style based on original character art by illustrator Shunya Yamashita.
Psylocke is a warrior woman to the core, striking a deadly pose with twin Japanese swords at the ready. The alluring curves of her body are accentuated by her skimpy, skin-tight costume that leaves little to the imagination and the high heeled boots that draw attention to her shapely legs. As Psylocke twists to face her foes her long hair fans out behind her, surrounding her beautiful Bishoujo-styled facial sculpt. The sexy mutant’s bright blue costume and purple hair nicely offset her pale skin.
Standing approximately 9 inches tall (in 1/8 scale with the other Marvel Bishoujo statues), Psylocke was sculpted by Yu Ishii. Packaged in an attractive window box, along with an exclusive X-Men logo base, the deadly mutant is constructed of high-quality pvc plastic.
Statue $59.99 / Available in JUNE
SHINING WIND: XECTY EIN MILITARY UNIFORM ANI*STATUE
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! The massively popular PlayStation 2 game Shining Wind, the latest in the “Shining” series of over 18 games and an anime series, has spawned an entire series of stunning Kotobukiya Ani*Statues. The latest release is an all-new version of XECTY EIN IN MILITARY UNIFORM. One of Baelgard’s four guardians, Xecty is an artificial life form created by Hiruda from Celestia’s genetic material.
While there have been other versions of the popular Xecty before, this is the first time she has appeared in her iconic military uniform! The powerful warrior is captured walking directly toward you with on hand on her hip and the other clutching her soul sword, Sword of Emperors Excelion. Xecty’s uniform is recreated with painstaking attention to detail and features an intricate sculpt. The long dark green jacket is covered in subtle clothing details like stitching, folds, and hems. Different layers and straps add additional colors in white, gray, and black. Xecty’s facial expression is serene as she looks slightly askance with her huge violet eyes. Sculpted by Hirotoshi Nakamura, Xecty is approximately 8 inches tall (in 1/8th scale with the other Shining Wind Ani*Statues).
Statue $79.99 / Available in MAY
DOAX 2: DEAD OR ALIVE XTREME 2 KASUMI & AYANE ANI*STATUES
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! The XBOX 360 sequel to DOA Xtreme takes the players well beyond combat and volleyball. In Dead or Alive Xtreme 2: Venus on the Beach you can enjoy additional beach activities, such as personal watercraft races, gambling, and more! All the while, the women of DOA look as hot as can be in a variety of stunning beach attire, making use of the series’ revolutionary physics engine that provides outstanding anatomical movement!
A female ninja and member of the Mugen Tenshin Ninja Clan, the rebellious KASUMI abandoned her training and destiny to compete in the Dead or Alive tournament. She secretly joined the event to confront Raidou, the man who crippled her brother. Kasumi wins the first tournament when she kills Raidou, and then goes on to participate in each subsequent event. The beautiful runaway ninja kneels seductively at the edge of a swimming pool, resting on one hand and one knee while she dips a foot into the crystal clear water below her. Kasumi comes with two sexy bikinis (called “Azami” and “Himawari”) that you can exchange by swapping out certain parts. Both outfits show off the beauty’s amazing body, and along with the removable “water” of the poolside base give you great display options! Kasumi is approximately 7 ½ inches tall (in 1/6th scale along with the other Venus on the Beach Ani*Statues) and was sculpted by Yuzo.
Former DOA tournament winner and recurring character in the Ninja Gaiden series of games, AYANE sheds her ninja costume for something a bit more appropriate for beach life. Posed alluringly yet playfully, the popular character and rival of Kasumi comes with two signature outfits. The mini skirt and halter top combo called “Alphard” is removable and reveals a skimpy string bikini called “Scorpion” underneath. You will have a tough time deciding which of these display options looks the best on your shelf! Sculpted by Yuzo, Ayane stands almost 10 inches tall (in 1/6 scale with the other Venus on the Beach Ani*Statues). Posed as she stretches her right leg at the ocean, the beauty comes with a unique diorama base. Ayane leans on a rocky outcropping while translucent splashing water covers her left foot, creating a truly immersive beach scene!
KATSUMI—Statue $99.99 / Available in MAY
AYANE—Statue $89.99 / Available in MAY
SHINING FORCE FEATHER: ALFIN UMBRIO ANI*STATUE
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Another member of the Japanese “Shining” series of games, Shining Force Feather is a turn-based tactical role-playing game from Flight-Plan and Sega available exclusively on the Nintendo DS. The game features character designs by Japan’s renowned illustrator Ito-Noizi (best known for his work on Haruhi Suzumiya and Shakugan No Shana). The first Shining Force Feather character brought to life is ALFIN UMBRIO, a curious young artificial life form.
No one knows exactly why, but Alfin Umbrio is remarkably lively and curious for an artificial intelligence. Her inquisitive nature is captured perfectly in this new Ani*Statue. The pretty girl sits atop a rocky pillar base, reaching out to touch something that has caught her attention. Alfin wears a remarkably detailed dress with flowing lifelike “fabric,” lots of frills, and a matching headband, shoes, and stockings. The black dress and accessories are decorated with purple highlights, and intricately sculpted purple roses adorn her chest, arms, and shoes. Alfin’s long purple hair spreads out behind her in dynamic and natural movement, and her soft face really captures the character’s sweet spirit. Sculpted by Shou Kojima, Alfin is approximately 7 ½ inches tall (1/8th scale) atop her pillar base and is constructed of high-quality pvc plastic.
Statue $79.99 / Available in MAY
ONE-SHOT BUG KILLER!! INTERCEPTOR DOLL HOIHOI-SAN – HEAVY ARMS PLASTIC MODEL KIT
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Bugs beware! The popular Japanese manga series One-Shot Bug Killer!! depicts a world in which insects have become immune to ordinary extermination. In response, two competing companies create tiny bug-killing robots, both in the form of miniature cute girls. The main hero robot is back in a new, upgraded form as INTERCEPTOR DOLL HOIHOI-SAN HEAVY ARMS, the third in a line of 1:1 scale model kits!
The popular Hoi Hoi-san Interceptor Doll from Maazu Pharmaceuticals has already gone through three versions, and this new model is armed like never before. While she is the same size, 4 inches tall in 1:1 scale, and wears her traditional cute maid’s outfit (with matching slippers and bunny ears), it’s her armament and disposition that define her. Hoi Hoi-san comes with two different faces – one happy and one angry for furious combat. Her accessories include the massive Hoi Hoi Hammer, heavy machine gun, and exclusive “Bug Killer” bottle. Sculpted by Masatoshi Aoki, Hoi Hoi-san is comprised of approximately 100 pieces, and can be painted in any way you’d like! The little robot has 25 points of articulation for excellent posing, and she comes with special decals for her eyes and the logo on her skirt.
Model Kit $39.99 / Available in MAY
BORDER BREAK: HEAVY GUARD TYPE-II FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Border Break: Sega Network Robot Wars is revolutionizing the world of giant robot fighting with its incredible action and Sega's new RingEdge arcade board. Kotobukiya is the first to bring the amazing fighting mecha of this new game to life with a brand new series of Fine Scale Model Kits from this high-speed team battle arcade game. The second fighting robot (after the nimble Cougar Type-I) is the long-range destroyer HEAVY GUARD TYPE-II.
Trading speed for heavy armor and weapons, the Heavy Guard Blast Runner robot is covered in massive armor plates that will stop most conventional attacks. When it’s time to do some attacking of its own, the Heavy Guard lets loose with an arsenal of included massive weapons including the “Zaward” Rocket Launcher, Weasel Multi-Purpose Machine Gun, Titan Blast Guard, and ECM Grenade. When not in use the weaponry can be mounted on the robot’s back for storage just like in the game, and by swapping out parts you can shrink or extend the exhaust nozzles on the hip boosters!
Each robot in the Border Break series is built on the universal core “Cross Frame” outfitted with additional armor, weapons, and accessories. The robots are fully articulated and poseable, and you can combine and interchange parts from different units to create your own original Blast Runner! Standing approximately 6 inches tall, the Heavy Guard has an outstanding 30 points of articulation.
Model Kit $38.99 / Available in APRIL
ARMORED CORE OMER TYPE-LAHIRE STASIS FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Build! Pose! Customize! The Armored Core kits, now with over 40 different models now available, require easy snap fit assembly (made simple by included pictorial instructions), and do not need to be painted, although you may choose to customize or detail the weapons as you see fit. All of the kits in the Infinity Series feature interchangeable weapons, bodies, and heads for the ultimate in customization!
Piloted by Otsdarva and the pinnacle of Omer Science’s technology, the STASIS is a fearsome fighting unit on the battlefield of Armored Core For Answer. A powerful Next-type robot and one of the few to utilize aerial combat techniques, this unit is a perfect addition to the Variable Infinity Series. The Stasis is tall and lean, with long thin legs and heavy shoulder armor. In fact, the unit’s unique forward-bending legs are equipped with the “LG-LAHIRE” knee locking system allowing the model to stand up in a wide array of poses without external support. When it’s time to attack, the MP-0901 missile system opens up just like in the game! Ready for battle, the Stasis comes with plenty of weaponry and the head, core, legs, arms, and rifles are all new parts. Standing 9 ½ inches tall, this fearsome unit is comprised of approximately 400 parts extreme poseability!
Model Kit $49.99 / Available in JUNE