Japan Story: The First Trial

The First Trial  (Translated from Japanese)

Kado enters the old house with care. It's falling apart and flooded, the smell of rot thick in his nostrils. It's taken ages to track down this spirit. A dangerous and puzzling journey that started out so simply and escalated into a matter of life or death. He and Hiroto had to set the trap over time, keeping the existence of the others close to Kado and the magic they possessed secret.  The closer they got to the Spirit, the more secretive they had to be or the Spirit would use them all to break into this plane.

He sees the yōkai shimmer to life in a misty spot by the back door. 

The ghost's voice is faint and it sounds like it's coming from under water. "Your magic will not work here. The girl is ours. Your efforts have failed." It turns to vapor and slithers to the other side of the space. 

Hiroto's sister Masami cries, "Kado....please...do something....it hurts so bad..." He sees that she's up to her knees in a spectral water spell. This Spirit is holding her to the spot with powerful magic. Kado wishes Hiroto was here to help spring the trap.

"You and this girl....the last of the Tribe....will be gone...and the rest of mine will be free to take their place back in this world...with or without your secrets...."

Kado starts to focus on the spell that will banish this Spirit and shut the door on this forever. He just needs a few moments to complete the ritual. 

That's when he feels Cindy's magic behind him. A sense of her and her connection to him fills the space. The love and passion she has for him lights up the room as she seeks him out. 

The Spirit can feel Cindy's connection to Kado and their story about being the last falls apart before his eyes. The Spirit is filled with rage and lashes out violently, sending its dark magic out like a whip towards Cindy's sight magic. It roars, " You are a lier! False promises! You can not help me!" It slams its hand down into the watery spell that holds Masami and raises its other arm high above its head. "I shall feast on you two, then I shall use your souls to seek out the others!"

Kado knows it's now or never. With the Spirit aware, there is a high chance that the casting will not work and that the barriers between the darkness and the real world will be broken...and They will be allowed to enter the light. 

He shouts out the spell, raising his hands to project it at the Spirit before it can hurt Masami anymore. She was the bait and he can't let her die. 

"YOU FOOL! You go against ME?!" The Spirit laughs...until she feels his spell slam into her like a boulder. She starts to vibrate and loses her hold on the world. "NO! NO!" she screams as she digs into the soul water trying to stay in the world. She can't maintain her grip and takes one last gamble. 

She raises her hand and screams and incantation - the words old and filled with dark magic. Her hand glows, a strange symbol flaring to life before she's ripped up and away back into the Dark World with a scream. 

Masami wretches and falls backward to the floor. Her body shakes and quivers as her eyes flutter. 

Kado rushes to her and lifts her up, breaking the spell the dark witch spirit had cast on her. 

She sobs out, "Is it over. Is she gone?" 

Kado whispers, "I believe so. She tried to snare us and drag us away with her, but failed." He hugs her to him. "I need to get you to Hiroto. She can come out of hiding now. She needs to tend to you. I can feel that things poison within you still." 

Sideshow DC Comics 1/6th scale Catwoman

Another PUUUUUURRRRRfectly delightful figure from Sideshow. :) This Catwoman is very cool!

I love the growly face sculpt and goggles look. Now I need to come up with $550 so I can get the Catwoman / Batman pair! :::sigh::::

$209 Reservation is closed on HOBBY SEARCH - http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10246365

Sideshow 1/6th Scale BATMAN

The Sideshow 1/6th scale Batman figure is looking FANTASTIC!  $209.00 of DC Comics goodness in the classic blue and gray color scheme. This may have to be purchased. I'll have to start working on some freelance gigs ASAP. :)

Available for pre-order on HOBBY SEARCH - http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10249635
 August 2014 release date. 

((From HOBBY SEARCH site--Translated via machine))
- Figure Height approx 30 cm, more than 30 places are movable, wandering the Gotham City night
The three-dimensional wonderfully figure of Catwoman! Head parts, and look wear a fearless smile,
Two types of expression glower the opponent is attached. It can be mounted goggles amount, it is also detachable.
Can be called the trade mark, black sexy costume that just fit a body, a cat
it is the finish feel feelings, including harness the logo with, up to the details.
In addition, jewelry, etc. that whip, backpack, stolen, and accessories of Catwoman only
Included. With the richer hand parts, to produce a variety of situations
It is possible.

- This item to maximize the appeal of Catwoman. Hot Toys is Oracle recommends it with confidence
To eyes, sideshow [DC Comics] series, a gem that you want to get great The DC fans of all!
- Accessories (weapon): whip
- Accessories (accessories): backpack, jewelry, replacement for head parts, replacement hand
Parts (× 4)

Avengers: Battle Damaged Mark VII (Movie Promo Edition)

The Avengers: Battle Damaged Mark VII (Movie Promo Edition)

From HOT TOYS:
"In view of the great response of the Mark VII Collectible Figurine launched earlier, Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Mark VII Limited Edition Collectible Figurine in battle damaged version from the smash hit The Avengers movie. It is a movie promo edition which will be exclusively limited to WORLDWIDE only to celebrate the Iron Man 3 movie launch. The movie-accurate Battle Damaged Mark VII Collectible Figurine is highly detailed and fully deployed, specially crafted based on the image of Robert Downey Jr. as the iconic character Mark VII in the movie, highlighting the newly developed head sculpt, light-up functions, well equipped armor, and battle damaged features. The first 800 pieces will be firstly available for pre-order in Hong Kong. For overseas Fans, this Collectible Figurine will be available for special promotions in specific markets as limited edition items during the Iron Man 3 movie launch period. Please stay tuned with us for updates!"



Wow....very cool!

 

1/6 Scale Army Attractive - Harp Bullseye

Original Effect has another Army Attractive figure - 1/6 Scale Army Attractive - Harp Bullseye. 
I love these figures.  They are just ton tons of dumb fun. :) The idea of this hooker army roaming around is hilarious. heh

 

Tokyo Doll

(Caution - the site has "nekkid" dolls at the bottom of the page! :::grin:::)



I'm not sure how I feel about Tokyo Doll (http://www.tokyodoll.biz/index.html)  I love the look of the figures, but disturbed about what they may be up to here. hehehe  I guess I lean toward more of the action, "That would make a great movie!" kind of figure poses. These seem a bit more...."That's like the first scene of an adult film." And, many of these are very young looking as well. Too young to be playing naughty striptease with. So....don't do that! hehehehe   I realize that the "sexualization" of dolls and figures is kinda a deal in Japan (and here in the states as well, I guess....)  so...it is what it is. :::shiver:::





However, they do offer 1:6 scale, detailed seamless bodies and I know a lot of folks are looking for them, so that's why I decided to actually post this to the blog.

1:6 scale seamless - http://www.tokyodoll.biz/dollbodys/onesixth_top.html

 These really are not "action" dolls. These are very passive, "fashion model" style dolls. The hands are not going to hold anything and they all look very sweet and...well...stunned. (Most likely from being undressed by giants all the friggin time! :)  ) 

But, for those who like to have pretty "D.T. Mates" (Desk Top Mates) in their rooms or...offices? Really?  Uh...these are for you.

That is, they are for you if you are willing to drop the $1,000 PLUS for them!!!! That's right! The little redhead dolly at the top of the page in the yellow frock will set you back 102,800 yen  about 1108.36 USD


In a word - Wow.

Batman by Jim Lee

FROM  ONESIXTHWARRIORS.com

"The new Dark Knight comes to life in the form of the Super Alloy 1/6 Scale Collectable Figure "Batman by Jim Lee". Based on Jim Lee's unique vision, this Batman figure features a more armored suit comprising at least 85% die-cast metal alloy, with more than 50 points of articulation.

Featuring a detachable and posable fabric cape, grappling gun and batarang accessories, and a magnetic dragon gargoyle display base, the Super Alloy 1/6 Scale Collectable Figure “Batman by Jim Lee” is a limited edition piece for collectors. The limited edition "Batman by Jim Lee" figure comes in a matte finish."

12 inches tall (approximate)
Armoured figurine with more than 50 points of articulation
Gloss gun-metal finish on main parts of body
Sculpted PVC face
Detailed skin-textured face
Double-jointed neck
Die-cast metal torso, arms and legs
Ball-jointed shoulders for full range of arm movements
Double-jointed elbows
Fully articulated hands and fingers
Double-jointed body, bendable at upper torso with the ability to swivel from left to right at waist
Ball-jointed hips
Ball-jointed wrists
Double-jointed knees
Ball-jointed ankles with articulated boot front
Magnets embedded under feet
Removable and posable cape
PVC utility belt
Two ABS batarangs
One ABS grappling gun
Figure display dragon gargoyle base with stone finish and embedded magnet
Magnet feet lock at dragon gargoyle base
Box packaging comes with magnetic clasp and box sleeve
A limited edition piece for collectors