Bandai Tamashii Nations releases S.H. Figuarts figures for Kamen Rider and One Piece collectors.
This week, Bandai Tamashii Nations continues to make waves in the collector’s market with two notable S.H. Figuarts releases catering to fans of Kamen Rider and One Piece. These introductions, though not groundbreaking, are noteworthy as they expand on two beloved franchises.
S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Nox and Tony Tony Chopper
My Shiny Toy Robots reports on the release of the S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Nox, part of the long-running Kamen Rider Zeztz series. Priced at 8800 yen, this figure marks a departure from the titular character, tapping into the trend of releasing secondary and tertiary Riders. The availability of these figures has typically been restricted to the Tamashii Web, but there is positive movement as future releases, like Kamen Rider Maou from the currently airing Kamen Rider My-Th, are set to become retail accessible.
On the One Piece front, My Shiny Toy Robots also highlights the S.H. Figuarts Tony Tony Chopper -Drum Island-. Released in May and priced at 4400 yen, Chopper is part of the pre-time skip expansions. With the Straw Hat crew completed as seen in the Romance Dawn arc, the focus shifts to characters from subsequent story arcs. This figure continues to cater to One Piece enthusiasts eager to fill their shelves with a complete crew.
Retro Collections and Stan Solo’s Nostalgia
A separate trend in the action figure world continues with reissues and new takes on classic designs. Super-Duper Toy Box gives attention to the Stan Solo Boba Fett figure, a nod to the original Kenner Star Wars line. It captures the nostalgia of the past with design enhancements that do not stray from its roots, including a peg-on jet pack and a more suitable rifle.
The same source examines the appeal of the Saga Legends Luke Skywalker and Retro Collection figures of Emperor Palpatine and Darth Vader from Disney Rebels. These figures maintain the classic aesthetics while updating for modern articulation and detail, a trend that reinvigorates interest in the Star Wars universe for both longtime fans and new collectors.
Masters of the Universe Movie Figures
In other notable updates, the new Masters of the Universe film figures have gained attention. As reported by Super-Duper Toy Box, the movie’s basic line figures, including Teela and Man-At-Arms, draw interest due to their posability despite limitations like lack of ankle articulation. Mattel’s Battle for Eternia playset complements these figures, though integration with previous lines indicates an ongoing market for cross-generational collectible appeal.
Overall, while this week’s updates do not indicate major industry shifts, they affirm a commitment to expanding beloved franchises, enriching the narrative opportunities for collectors across different universes.
