www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVIX #3 March 2009  

IMPORT TOYS & MODELS

KOTOBUKIYA

MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS: THE INFINTY GAUNTLET FINE ART THEATRE
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Fine Art Theatre is an innovative new concept which combines a comic book’s key elements into a hyper-detailed, three-dimensional collage. The first storyline to take the Theatre stage is Jim Starlin, George Perez, and Ron Lim’s cosmic classic THE INFINITY GUANTLET.
This phenomenal piece is unlike anything ever produced, as it incorporates over seventeen different characters from the Marvel Universe into one incredibly detailed sculpture. Spider-Man, Iron Man, a bearded Thor, and Captain America are enveloped in Dr Strange’s mystical cloud, the Silver Surfer streaks to the forefront, Adam Warlock stands at command, while a larger Thanos raises the six Infinity Gems above his head as the dramatic centerpiece of the sculpt. Each character is rendered in near-inconceivable detail (just look at the pattern on Strange’s cape) by master artisan Keiji Iwakura.
If the figural sculptures are not extraordinary enough, the massive base is Thanos’ temple built to honor Death herself, with ornate skulls and brickwork throughout. The most impressive part may be the relief mural assemblage of the Cosmic Entities of the saga: Galactus, Living Tribunal, Uatu The Watcher, Lord Chaos, Master Order, Love, Hate, Kronos, and The Stranger. All of which make this masterpiece fascinating viewing from any angle that you choose.
The Infinity Gauntlet Fine Art Theatre stands almost 10” tall and is comprised of cold cast porcelain material, and is a numbered, limited edition. The detail in this diorama is simply stunning and it will certainly be the crown jewel in your Marvel collection.
Statue SRP: $199.99 / Available in JULY

NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: ASUKA LANGLEY MAID ANI*STATUE
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Following after Rei Ayanami in maid’s uniform comes a matching ASUKA LANGLEY in her all-new look! Neon Genesis Evangleion heats up in 2009 with the release of the new anime feature film.
Asuka Langley Soryu, the Second Child and pilot of Evangelion Unit 02, stands balanced on one leg as she serves a tray of tea and cake. Like Rei before her, Asuka has an intricately sculpted maid’s uniform with detailed layers, fringes, and ruffles. The costume is a deep red, Asuka’s signature color. She is posed looking over her shoulder as she a piece of chocolate cake, while her long hair cascades down her back. The feisty heroine stands 9 ½ inches tall (1/7 scale), atop a special display base for her and Rei. Sculpted by Syou Kojima, Asuka is constructed of pvc and abs plastics and comes packaged in an attractive window box.
A special yellow dress edition has been made exclusively for the Kotobukiya Hobby Shop in Japan, but a limited number will be available to fans in the international collecting community!
Statue SRP: $59.99 / Available in AUGUST

SENGOKU RANCE UESUGI KENSHIN WHITE MILITARY COSTUME ANI*STATUE
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Sengoku Rance is the seventh release in the long running series (almost 20 years!) containing historical action and “eroge” content. A valiant leader and fearsome warrior, Uesugi Kenshin is the Leader of the Uesugi House. Her skills with the sword are second to none, and she’s called the “God of Militaries.” The battling beauty sweeps through her enemies, with her striking white military uniform swirling around her. UESUGI KENSHIN WHITE MILITARY COSTUME stands nearly 7 ½ inches tall (1/8 scale), and comes with a removable silver samurai helmet as well as her Mikado Sword and Mikado Hachimaki (traditional Japanese headband) so you can display her in her powered up Mikado Mode! Sculpted by Shoumei, Uesugi is constructed of durable pvc and abs plastic and comes packaged in a special window box.
Statue SRP: $59.99 / Available in AUGUST

SHUFFLE! SHIGURE ASA “LONG HAIR” ANI*STATUE
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! From the popular eroge (erotic game) Shuffle! by the visual novel company Navel comes Koto’s second version of the adorable ASA SHIGURE. This new rendition of the beautiful character designed by Hiro Suzuhira captures Asa unaware with her skirt pulled up and hands on her underwear. In this exclusive presentation, however, the girl has an even cuter face and long hair falling around her face and down her back!
With fantastic attention to detail, Asa-chan’s new long hair is just one of her excellent features, including an intricately sculpted shirt, long, smooth legs, and a sexy pose. Shigure’s updated face is beautiful, with a cute smile and enormous purple eyes. Asa stands approximately 6 1/2 inches tall (1/8 scale) atop her included display base. Sculpted by Syou Kojima, the pretty young girl features pvc and abs plastics and comes in a window box.
Statue SRP: $59.99 / Available in AUGUST

GURREN LAGANN MOVIE: YOKO ANI*STATUE
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! At last, from the mega-popular Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann anime series created by Gainax comes YOKO! A heroine of nearby Littner village, the bikini-wearing expert marksman Yoko battles alongside Simon & Kamina to free humanity in the action-packed series.
Yoko takes a well-deserved break from fighting Beastmen, perched on a stool with the tiny Boota on her knee. Her right boot discarded on the floor, the warrior relaxes with her left hand at her neck scarf. The marksman of Littner’s skimpy outfit is recreated in perfect detail, and her long tendril of bright red hair floats behind her. Yoko comes with alternate faces so you can display her with the expression of your choice: smiling or winking. She also has multiple hair accessories including pins and skull barrettes. Yoko’s enormous sniper rifle is removable and she comes armed with additional optional weapons! Sculpted by Tsukuru Shirahige, Yoko is approximately 9 ½ inches tall (large 1/6 scale) sitting down, and is constructed of pvc plastic.
Statue SRP: $99.99 / Available in AUGUST

ALSO AVAILABLE

GURREN LAGANN PLASTIC MODEL KIT SERIES
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Collect all five of the “Gunmen” mecha as non-scale plastic model kits. Each stands approximately 5 inches tall, comprised of 30~50 parts, and featuring approximately 6 points of articulation. The kits do not require painting or glue, and come in wonderfully illustrated closed box packages.
* DAYAKKAISER
* ENKI
* GURREN
* GURREN LAGANN
* KING KITTAN
Model Kit SRP: $10.00Ea. / Available NOW!

CYBER TROOPERS VIRTUAL-ON SPECINEFF FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Next in the series of Fine Scale Models from the massively-popular video game series Virtual-On Oratorio Tangram is RVR-87 SPECINEFF DNA SIDE. This reaper like Virtuaroid is outfitted with two a Beam Launchers – the second of which serves as a very long scythe!
The intimidating Specineff stands approximately 6.5 inches tall (in 1/100 scale like the previously offered Raiden and Temjin), and is assembled from approximately 400 parts. Snap-fit assembly ensures ease of construction, and included extra decals and optional parts let you customize your mecha. Specineff’s shoulder joints have been specially designed to allow for a wide range of movement, so you are able to achieve wild poses with his sickle! This model is the truest representation of the mecha thanks to computer graphic data provided by Sega!
Model Kit SRP: $59.99 / Available in AUGUST

SUPER ROBOT TAISEN: PERSONLICHKEIT FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Originally an enemy unit in many of the Super Robot Taisen installments, the amazing PERSONLICHKEIT (German for “personality”) became a playable robot in the later games. The vicious Personlichkeit Fine Scale Model Kit is composed of approximately 190 pieces cast in different colors. Pictorial instructions make snap-fit (no glue necessary) assembly easy! With about 25 points of articulation, the robot stands approximately 6 ¾ inches tall (1/144 scale). The Personlichkeit offers you two display choices with a normal robot face and one with a demonic open mouth. Also included is the great Onirenge Sword, which can be held in the mecha’s hand or stored in its forearm.
Model Kit SRP: $49.99 / Available in AUGUST

PATLABOR THE MOVIE 2: HANNIBAL JGSDF FINE SCALE MODEL KIT
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! The next amazing giant robot from Mamoru (Ghost In The Shell) Oshii’s Patlabor The Movie 2 is the HANNIBAL JGSDF – Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force. Manufactured by Hishii Industries, this advanced Hannibal was used purely for military purposes.
The Hannibal Fine Scale Model Kit displays excellent craftsmanship throughout, and the opening cockpit features a tiny pilot inside! The military robot has translucent searchlight covers, and special plastic parts for the joints for extreme poseability. This incredibly detailed kit requires snap-fit assembly of its 200+ plastic parts, and is cast in different colors. Standing approximately 5 1/2 inches tall (1/72 scale), the robot has 30 points of articulation. Also included are the Hannibal’s weapons.
Model Kit SRP: $39.99 / Available in AUGUST

ALIEN

ALIENS: WARRIOR ALIEN 400 PERCENT KUBRICK
Imported from Japan! H.R. Giger's creation from the Alien quadrilogy of films takes on new life as the Warrior Alien 400% Kubrick! The smooth, stylized form of the Kubrick figure, blown up to four times its original size gives the Alien a whole new look! Standing 8" tall, this is one Warrior Alien that won't bite! Available Now! (4239) (APR088048) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Japan.
Kubrick SRP: $89.99

ANIME

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O/A BLASSREITER ACTION WORKS: BR-03 BERSARKER ACTION FIGURE
Imported from Japan! In the strange, near-future Germany of the anime Blassreiter, biomechanical creatures called "Demoniacs" have merged supernatural forces with vehicles such as cars and motorcycles. One human, Joseph Jobson, was chosen to hunt down the Demoniacs, and he is brought to life as the Blassreiter Action Works BR-03: Berserker Model. This figure depicts the hunter in his forced merged form as an Amalgam with a jet-black body and red accents. Standing 9" tall, this figure comes with accessories and a display base. Available Now! (6680/MH80954L) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the U.K.
Figure SRP: $56.99

BISHOUJO BEAUTIES

O/A LITTLE BUSTERS: HARUKA 1/8 SCALE PVC FIGURE
Imported from Japan! A group of young high school students have banded together to fight evil — and keep themselves from being bored silly! Calling themselves the "Little Busters," their adventures are chronicled in manga, anime, light novels, and visual novels. One of the Little Busters, Haruku Saigusa, comes to life as a 6" tall PVC statue. Depicting the young girl in her school uniform, her hair flowing and her ribbons billowing, she's ready to bring some manic action into your life! Available Now! (6680/TY13157L) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the U.K.
Figure SRP: $84.99

QUEEN'S BLADE EX MODEL: MENAS PVC STATUE
Imported from Japan! Every four years, the women of the kingdom come together for the Queen's Blade competition. The fighting arena beckons, and the winner shall be crowned the queen, her reign to last four years. The subject of a popular series of fighting role-playing game booklets, the Queen's Blade contestants have been sculpted by the artists of Bandai, bringing these wily female warriors to life. One such competitor is the ancient princess Menas. Coming from an ancient desert land, her headdress and sceptre the symbols of her power, she stands atop a display base, ready to kick any opponent into submission. Sculpted at 1/8-scale, Menas is made of PVC plastics and is ready to display. Scheduled to ship in May 2009. (6680/MH71181L) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the U.K.
MATURE THEMES
Statue SRP: $89.99

MOE MOE BLOCK: ANGEL DEVICE "GABRIEL" DOLL
Imported from Japan! Yamato presents Moe Moe Block: Angel Device, an original collection of dolls so super cute that if your heart doesn't melt, it's because you don't have one! Specially designed by young, famed illustrator Chibisuke Machine/Tokyo G-O and skillfully sculpted by Azusa Rei (Gundoll), these dolls were designed not just to capture your heart, but also your imagination with a host of interchangeable parts for maximum customization. The third in the series, Gabriel, stands 6 3/4" tall, and comes with interchangeable arms, legs, shoes, and headdress, as well as an exclusive display stand. Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in July 2009. (4368/346147A) (C: 1-1-4) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
Doll SRP: $69.99

DOCTOR WHO / TORCHWOOD

DOCTOR WHO: COLLECT & BUILD ACTION FIGURES
Imported from the UK! Recreate scenes from the first three seasons of the hit BBC series, Doctor Who, with these fully-articulated 5" action figures! Each figure comes with accessories and a bonus part to build an exclusive Gelth Phantom figure. Choose from Astrid Peth, Purple Clockwork Man, New Captain Jack, Ancient Doctor/Old Doctor (2-pack), the Regenerated Master, Banakafallata, and Jabe. Blister card packaging. Scheduled to ship in April 2009. (6808/03161) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
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FANTASY

JUN TSUKASA'S KACCHU MUSUME ICHIGO PVC STATUE
Imported from Japan! Artist Jun Tsukasa (Tsukasa Bullet) has been an inspiration to artists and sculptors through his long career, and his artwork serves as the basis for this impressive statue of Kacchu Musume Ichigou (Armored Girl #1). At an impressive 1/5-scale, near one foot tall, Kacchu Musume Ichigou was faithfully sculpted by Eiji Nakayama, an artist renowned for his female figures. This armor girl features removable armor so you can sample all of Nakayama's talents, but you have to get past that massive battle axe first! Window box packaging. Scheduled to ship in June 2009. (4368/BT314096) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
MATURE THEMES
Statue SRP: $179.99

GUNDAM

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O/A GUNDAM NU METALLIC COATING VERSION MG MODEL KIT
Imported from Japan! Considered one of the most powerful mobile suits in the Universal Century timeline, the prototype Nu Gundam that appeared in Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack comes armed with a beam rifle, beam sabers, shield, and an enhanced Nu hyper bazooka for some truly devastating offensive attacks. As usual with Master Grade kits, its inner body frame comes impressively detailed with working pistons and is highly articulated for lots of posing possibilities. This special version of the Nu Gundam comes with a shiny coating, giving the finished model a metallic appearance. Assembly required. Available Now! (5766/0152374) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, U.S. Territories, Australia, & New Zealand.
Model SRP: $99.99

MUSIC

MICHAEL JACKSON "THRILLER" VINYL FIGURES
Imported from Japan! Think what you will of the eccentric "King of Pop," but there's no denying that his smash-hit album Thriller and the unforgettable title track and video have left and indeliable mark on American pop culture. Fully assembled and painted, this 7" tall, fix posed, vinyl caricature figure presents Michael Jackson as he appeared in the video. Also available is the freaky Zombie Michael Jackson, with his pale face and buggy eyes. These figures are a must for any Jacko fan! Scheduled to ship in July 2009. (4368) (C: 1-1-4) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
NORMAL VERSION (CAN080000)—Figure SRP: $69.99
ZOMBIE VERSION (CAN080017)—Figure SRP: $69.99

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O/A THE ROLLING STONES UDF ACTION FIGURES
Imported from Japan! Bursting onto the scene in the 1960's in the wake of the British Invasion and redefining rock 'n roll with a healthy dose of rhythm and blues, the Rolling Stones became one of the biggest bands of all time! Mick Jagger, the manic stage presence, and Keith Richards, the steady guitarist who anchored the band, have gone down as true rock gods, and these UDF (Ultra Detail Figures) capture these giants of the stage as they appeared during the band's heyday in the 1970's! Each figure stands 7" tall with accessories such as microphones and guitars, and they come on display bases. Available Now! (4239) (C: 1-1-4) NOTE: Not available in Japan.
MICK JAGGER—Figure SRP: $19.99
KEITH RICHARDS—SRP: $19.99

NEON GENESIS EVANGELION

O/A NEON GENESIS EVANGELION MOVIE: "REALIZATION" EVA UNIT-01 ACTION FIGURE
Imported from Japan! The "Realization" version of EVA Unit-01 features a unique design with plenty of panel line detailing to give the purple mecha from the new Neon Genesis Evangelion films a fresh look! The figure stands 9" tall and is extremely well-articulated. Weapons and accessories include a pallet rifle, progressive knife, progressive dagger, umbilical cord, optional hands, and an interchangeable head with open mouth. Available Now! (6680/EV49502L) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, Australia, and the U.K.
Figure SRP: $56.99

O/A SOUL OF CHOGOKIN TAMASHII SPEC EDITION XS-08: UNIT-02 ACTION FIGURE
Imported from Japan! The Tamashii Special Edition version of the EVA Unit-02 from Neon Genesis Evangelion is the most anime-faithful version of the Biomech ever created! Featuring a non-metallic, anime-correct paint scheme, the Unit-02 features all of the articulation and design from previous versions, plus the EVA's outer armor can be removed to reveal the living being within. In addition, the EVA-02 features an improved joint system that allows for a much wider range of realistic poses! Available Now! (6680/CH51626L) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, Australia, New Zeland, and the U.K.
Figure SRP: $62.99

O/A NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: EVA UNIT-00 NEW MOVIE VERSION HG MODEL KIT
Imported from Japan! The film Rebuild of Evangelion introduces the world of Neon Genesis Evangelion to a whole new generation, and this model kit of EVA Unit-00 shows the classic mechas in its new color scheme and appearance from the film and its upcoming sequels. This detailed snap-together model features authentic styled weapons and accessories. Assembly required. Available Now! (5766/0150532) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada, Australia, New Zeland, and the U.K.
Model Kit SRP: $40.99

O/A NEON GENESIS EVANGELION: EVA UNIT-01 EXTRA FINISH LIMITED HG MODEL KIT
Imported from Japan! Similar to a previously released Bandai model kit, this limited edition HG model of the EVA-01 Test Type comes with something "Extra," a metallic finish! In particular, the weapons have a plated finish, and others have a shiny matte metallic finish. Also comes with a translucent model of EVA-01 pilot Shinji. Assembly required. Available Now! (5766/0140307) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, U.S. Territories, Australia, & New Zealand.
Model Kit SRP: $59.99

NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS

O/A THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES
Imported from Japan! Tim Burton's enchanting fantasy film, The Nightmare Before Christmas is brought to life with these detailed action figures! Characters like Jack Skellington, the Mayor, the Behemoth, Sally, Dr. Finkelstein, and the Vampire Brothers feature detailed sculpts, based on the original props used in animating the stop-motion film. These beautiful figures will take every fan of The Nightmare Before Christmas on a journey into the film's rich fantasy world! Available Now! (6906/N950) (C: 1-1-4) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
Figure SRP: $24.99

PEANUTS

PEANUTS: SNOOPY 1950'S VERSION LARGE VINYL COLLECTOR DOLL
Imported from Japan! Since its debut in the 1950's, Charles Schulz's Peanuts comic strip has been one of the most popular in the world, being published in over 3,000 newspapers at its peak. Schulz's characters are recognized the world over, and none is more recognizable than Snoopy, the lovable beagle owned by Charlie Brown. But, also, no character has gone through more changes than Snoopy, and Medicom recreates the original look and style of the dog with their Snoopy 1950's Version Vinyl Collector Doll. Standing an impressive 11" tall, Snoopy sits ready for your command, for you to toss a stick for him to fetch, or possibly even for his supper dish. Scheduled to ship in May 2009. (4239) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
Doll SRP: $109.99

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O/A PEANUTS VINYL COLLECTOR DOLLS
Imported from Japan! Charles Schulz's comic strip Peanuts has thrilled audiences for over fifty years, and no character resonated with audiences more than the beloved beagle, Snoopy! Medicom has created a Vinyl Collectible Doll set of Snoopy (standing 4 1/2" tall) and his feathered friend Woodstock (1 3/4" tall) that will appeal to every fan of Schulz's work! Of all the Charlie Browns in the world, Charlie Brown is surely the Charlie Brown-iest. He never kicks the football, never succeeds with the Christmas pageant, never gets the Little Red-Haired Girl — yet through it all Charlie Brown somehow keeps a smile on his face. Medicom's Charlie Brown Vinyl Collectible Doll stands 7 3/4" tall, and captures the charm of the iconic character. Available Now! (4239) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.
SNOOPY—Doll SRP: $39.99
CHARLIE BROWN—Doll SRP: $39.99

PEANUTS FORMATION ARTS 2 BOX SET
Imported from Japan! Square Enix continues their series of colorful and detailed vignette figures based on Charles Schulz's iconic Peanuts comic strip. The Peanuts Formation Arts Series 2 Box Set brings to life a new series of wonderful scenes starring everyone's favorite beagle, Snoopy, and the entire gang. Scenes include "Where Is My Valentine?" as Charlie Brown looks forlornly into the mailbox, "Waiting for the Great Pumpkin" as Linus hopes his patron will come to the pumpkin patch, "Spring Training with Joe Cool" as Charlie Brown and Snoopy prepare for another baseball campaign, and "The First Beagle on the Moon." Each figure is sculpted of full-color PVC plastic. Scheduled to ship in September 2009. (1089) (C: 1-1-4) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
Set SRP: $39.99

SUPER ROBOTS

SOUL OF CHOGOKIN GX-41B: BLACK RAIDEEN ACTION FIGURE
Imported from Japan! Bandai's Soul of Chogokin line of action figures take classic Japanese robot toy models from the 1970's and 1980's and remaster them as die-cast metal figures, with a delicate paint finish and the heft that comes only from a die-cast. The original Raideen, one of the classic Shogun Warriors of the 1970s, was the first transforming figure released in Japan. Previously remastered for the Soul of Chogokin line, the Raideen is now available as the GX-41B: Black Raideen, featuring an all black paint scheme that makes this imposing robot even more striking! Scheduled to ship in May 2009. (6680/CH57188L) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the U.K.
Figure SRP: $119.99

VIDEO GAMES

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O/A UDF PATAPON MINI-FIGURES
Imported from Japan! You've played the game, now are you ready to move from 2D to 3D? Based on the hit rhythm game for the PSP, Rolito's Patapon is now available in a range of Ultra Detail Figures! Five diffrent styles from which to choose, each with its own phone strap attachment. Blister card packaging. Available Now! (4239) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the U.K.
Figure SRP: $5.99