EDIT: If you are looking for the new figures showcased on Wonder Festival Winter 2022, you can head to this post. It's been so long since a live Wonder Festival event was held. Figure collectors rejoice as it has been announced that Wonder Festival Winter 2022 will be happening on February 6 at its usual location in the Makuhari Messe Halls in Chiba. You can now buy your … [Read more...] about Winter Wonfes 2022 Slated for Feb. 6
2022 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 1 – Asuna, Graf Zeppelin, Dido, Holo, Asuka, Ryza and More
Let's ring in the New Year with a new preorder roundup. My top picks this time around are Graf Zeppelin, Holo, Jahy, Ryza and a plethora of Asuka. Gekijouban Sword Art Online: Progressive - Hoshinaki Yoru no Aria - Asuna - Shibuya Scramble Figure - 1/7 - Crystal Dress Ver. (Alpha Satellite, eStream) Someone from eStream must really love Asuna this being their third Asuna … [Read more...] about 2022 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 1 – Asuna, Graf Zeppelin, Dido, Holo, Asuka, Ryza and More
What Kind of Figure Collector Are You?
Over the years, I've come across many kinds of collectors. Each collector has his/her own quirks. Each collector has his/her own likes and dislikes. What about you? What kind of collector are you? Below, I'll talk about the different kinds of figure collectors I've encountered over the years. The Only-One-Figure-Per-Character Collector I think this one is a bit common. … [Read more...] about What Kind of Figure Collector Are You?
2021 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 25 – Formidable, Milim, Raikou, Mizuhara, Shiro, Houshou Marine, Sonico and More
Formidable is the formidable top pick for this roundup. Houshou Marine is a must preorder unless you want to pay ridiculously high prices in the aftermarket. Other notable mentions are Kojima Kana, Sonico, Raikou and Roxy. Azur Lane - Formidable - 1/7 (Alter) As an Azur Lane player, I am at a loss for words about how good this figure looks. It stays true to the original … [Read more...] about 2021 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 25 – Formidable, Milim, Raikou, Mizuhara, Shiro, Houshou Marine, Sonico and More
Shielder 1/7 Scale Figure by Aniplex – Still One of the Best Figures of Mash
Today, we'll be reviewing Shielder's 1/7 scale figure from Aniplex. It's been several years since the release of this figure of Mash Kyrielight. What has changed since then? For one, we now have plenty of other choices when looking for a Shielder figure. This was the first-ever release of a Shielder figure and it still remains one of the best. Personally, I prefer her scale … [Read more...] about Shielder 1/7 Scale Figure by Aniplex – Still One of the Best Figures of Mash
2021 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 24 – Too Much Kurumi, Tohka, Yoshino, Shion, Lacia and More
And companies keep on dishing out figures of Kurumi. At least they noticed Tohka and Yoshino this time around too. Other notable mentions this week are Iroha, Shion and Lacia. Date A Live - Tokisaki Kurumi - KD Colle - 1/2.5 - Swimsuit Ver. (Kadokawa) There's too much Kurumi on this pre-order roundup and let's start off with the largest one -- a 1/2.5 scale. This will set … [Read more...] about 2021 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 24 – Too Much Kurumi, Tohka, Yoshino, Shion, Lacia and More
Should You Put Anime Figures Inside Your PC Case?
Both PC gaming and anime figure collecting can be very expensive hobbies. For the former, investing in a gaming rig that can play any game on Ultra settings can cost you over $1,500 to upwards of $2,000. After you build your gaming rig, I'm sure you'll be mighty proud of it so you'll try to pimp it up. You have a glass case and you add some extra RGBs and decide to add a … [Read more...] about Should You Put Anime Figures Inside Your PC Case?
2021 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 23 – Uzaki-mom, Ganyu, To LOVEru girls, Yukino, Yui, Sayu, Asuna and More
Hana Uzaki's mom was an unexpected one. We also have a bunch of To LOVEru girls going up for pre-order. And after a few years, we finally get Yui's lingerie version to join Yukino who is also getting a rerelease. Uzaki-chan wa Asobitai! - Uzaki Tsuki - Dream Tech - 1/7 - Ushigara Bikini (Wave) This was rather unexpected. I saw the name was Uzaki and she doesn't quite look … [Read more...] about 2021 Bishoujo Figures Pre-Orders Part 23 – Uzaki-mom, Ganyu, To LOVEru girls, Yukino, Yui, Sayu, Asuna and More
Bootleg Figures Could Be Leaking Toxic Chemicals
I have always been against buying bootlegs because it hurts the industry. But did you know that bootlegs could also affect your health and well-being? I'm not saying this is a guaranteed thing but if bootleg manufacturers can cut corners by creating low-quality products that they didn't have a license to create or distribute, what's stopping them from cutting corners and using … [Read more...] about Bootleg Figures Could Be Leaking Toxic Chemicals
Rem 1/7 Wedding Ver. (Phat Company) – Not a Bad Choice for a Rem Figure
Rem was undoubtedly the star of the first season of Re:Zero. Even when she was sidelined for the entirety of Season 2, her popularity has not waned. Ram and Emilia looked like side characters if one would look at the sheer volume of Rem figures being released. I too found myself pre-ordering a slew of Rem scale figures. One of the first scale figures of Rem that was released … [Read more...] about Rem 1/7 Wedding Ver. (Phat Company) – Not a Bad Choice for a Rem Figure