Bluefin Bandai Tamashii Nations Releases for January/February 2015

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Bandai Figures and Collectibles to be Sold in Japan and America Source: Bluefin Corp. Bandai Tamashii Nations Official Site: tamashii.jp (Japan) Special Thanks to Xavier Lim Distributor Bluefin Corp. has provided product specs and high-res photos for figures and collectibles coming from Bandai`s Tamashii Nations in January and February 2015. Fans and collectors can purchase Bandai Tamashii Nations products from authorized Bluefin dealers, including SciFi Japan`s sponsor Anime Jungle.

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Tamashii Stage Act: Ring Corner/ ?STAGE ACT.??????? Did you ever wonder which of your favorite action figures would come out the champion in the ring? Well, now you can, with the Tamashii Stage Act. Ring Corner! Attach the special support arm (x2) to the ring post to show off spectacular aerial techniques. With this arm, you will never have to worry about botched flying techniques. The two included clip parts can be used to perfectly pose two characters in mid-action poses. Who will you bring to the ring? Product Size: Overall Width, Depth Approximately 170mm, Height Approximately 110mm Material: ABS, Cotton Straps Shipping: January 2015 (Japan), February 2015 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥2,700 (Japan, Tax Included), $22.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112927293 SKU: BAN92729 ? Set Contents Ring Corner 2 Support Posts 2 Clips Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10828 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com/tamashii-stage-act-ring-corner

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Robot Spirits: Master Gundam/ ROBOT? ?SIDE MS? ???????? New to the Robot Spirits line comes Master Gundam, the Undefeated of the East from MOBILE FIGHTER G GUNDAM (?????G????, Kidoo Butooden Ji Gandamu, 1994-1995)! With highly articulated joints, you can bring to life the extreme agility and unique action poses of Master Asia’s mobile fighter. Specially designed interchangeable hand parts (x5 sets) like you’ve never seen before, allow for recreation of Master Gundam’s well known poses from the series including Darkness Finger, his ultimate finishing technique! Set also includes a Master Cloth accessory piece. Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: January 2015 (Japan), February 2015 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥5,184 (Japan, Tax Included), $43.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112913609 SKU: BAN91360 ? Set Contents Master Gundam Figure 5 Interchangeable Left Hands 5 Interchangeable Right Hands Master Cloth Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10829 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com/robot-spirits-master-gundam-g-gundam

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S.H.Figuarts: Master Asia/ S.H.Figuarts ???? Some may know him as Shuuji Kurosu or Master Asia, but everyone knows the fierce fighting technique of the infamous Undefeated of the East (Toho Fuhai) from MOBILE FIGHTER G GUNDAM! And now he is the Undefeated of S.H.Figuarts. Use the normal sash when at ease or the additional Master Cloth part when jumping to action! Don’t keep your battle on the ground. Take it to space with the included interchangeable head part compatible with Robot Spirits Master Gundam (*sold separately). Set also includes interchangeable waist part and interchangeable hand parts (x3). Product Size: Height Approximately 155mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: January 2015 (Japan), February 2015 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥4,536 (Japan, Tax Included), $38.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112920249 SKU: BAN92024 ? Set Contents Master Asia Figure 3 Interchangeable Left Hands 3 Interchangeable Right Hands Interchangeable Waist Part Master Cloth Interchangeable Head Robot Spirits Interchangeable Head Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10830 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com/s-h-figuarts-master-asia-g-gundam

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Armor Girls Project: KanColle Atago/ ?????????????? ??? ?? Second to anchor in the AGP KANTAI COLLECTION (KanColle) series is Atago. Atago is designed with the dynamic details of a heavy cruiser with perfect proportions to match. Her battle riggings are articulated and enable posing of various stages of battle. Take Atago out of her riggings to pose her on her own as well! Set includes 3 interchangeable face parts, interchangeable hand sets (x4), display base, and rigging joint. Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: January 2015 (Japan), February 2015 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥9,180 (Japan, Tax Included), $77.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112920430 SKU: BAN92043 ? Set Contents Atago Figure Rigging Parts 3 Interchangeable Faces 4 Interchangeable Left Hands 4 Interchangeable Right Hands Rigging Joint Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10832 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com/agp-kancolle-atago-kancolle

S.H.MonsterArts: Gamera (1996)/ S.H.MonsterArts ????1996?

Drop everything and get your hands (or claws) on this amazing articulated Gamera (1996) collectible figure from S.H.MonsterArts! This spectacular rendition of Gamera from GAMERA 2: ADVENT OF LEGION (???2 ??????, Gamera 2: Region Shurai, 1996) was brought to life by Tomoo Haraguchi, the famous kaiju sculptor who created the monsters for the film. Create flying and Ultimate Plasma attack poses with the plethora of accessory parts. Posing Gamera is easy with the expertly placed articulated joints. The set comes with plasma effect parts with supports, flying pose support piece, interchangeable flying appendage parts, and display base. For complete specs and high-res photos please see the S.H.MonsterArts: Gamera (1996) article on SciFi Japan.

One Piece: FiguartsZERO Sabo/ ???????ZERO ??????Ver.? Recognize that top hat and blue goggles? Of course, it`s Sabo, Luffy`s adopted brother and Chief of Staff of the Revolutionary Army. FiguartsZERO Sabo recreates the memorable ONE PIECE (?????, Wan Piisu) scene when Sabo makes his first appearance since childhood. With the interchangeable head pieces, you can display Sabo with or without his top hat and different expressions. Sabo also comes with a special display base. Product Size: Height Approximately 150mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: January 2015 (Japan), February 2015 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥4,104 (Japan, Tax Included), $34.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112927255 SKU: BAN92725 ? Set Contents Sabo Figure Interchangeable Head Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10835 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com/figuartszero-sabo-one-piece

Metal Robot Spirits: Hi-Nu Gundam/ METAL ROBOT? Hi-????? Announcing METAL ROBOT SPIRITS! A new brand infused with the top ROBOT SPIRITS and Chogokin style and technology. Authentic design is combined with specially crafted die-cast joints perfect for a high-end posing experience! The first character to debut in this series is none other than Hi-v (Hi-Nu) Gundam from the novel Mobile Suit Gundam: Char`s Counterattack - Beltorchika`s Children (???????? ???????????????????, Kidoo Senshi Gandamu Gyakushuu no Shaa - Berutoochika Chirudoren, 1988). Hi-v Gundam’s markings are meticulously replicated with all around detailing true to the original design. Accessories include a beam rifle, new hyper bazooka, beam saber, shield, interchangeable hands (x4 sets), and display base. Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC, Diecast Shipping: January 2015 (Japan), February 2015 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii Web Shop (Japan), Bluefin (United States) Price: ¥10,584 (Japan, Tax Included), $89.99 (United States) UPC: 4543112923844 SKU: BAN92384 ? The set includes Hi-v Gundam Figure 4 Interchangeable Left Hands 4 Interchangeable Right Hands New Hyper Bazooka Beam Saber Beam Rifle Shield Display Stand Preorder (Japan): tamashii.jp/item/10831 Dealer Preorder (United States): bluefincorp.com/metal-robot-spirits-hi-nu-gundam-gundam-char-s-counterattack

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