The darins are packed inside the box with the figures, not separate like the others. If they weren't included, the descriptions would have mentioned it.

And even if they do, I'm sure they won't include the Darins in that version. :/

Not that I'd want them in the metallic colors anyways. Just a simple reissue that Bluefin can import this time would be much preferred.

If that's what it takes, I'm honestly fine with it. I have the SDCC Shinkenger set and while I certainly don't love the metallic paint, I don't particularly dislike it either. A reissue would definitely be preferable, but a metallic SDCC set would be better than nothing.

Honestly if they will/can only release them as metallic I'd rather they not even bother. The only set I'd like to see done that way is the Zyurangers/MMPR as a nod to the "Metallic Armor".

No. No Exclusives. No over-priced, hard-to-find, trophies. General release or why bother.

Meh, as we learned from the Shinken set, being a SDCC exclusive does not make them hard to find at all. In fact, I wish I had waited and got them from Amazon back in Nov for $150.

I would expect the same to happen with the Gokaigers if it does.

I'd rather they released the rangers any way they can for those who do not have the ability to import them.

And I see no need for the MMPR ones in metallic paint when they are readily available everywhere including Barnes & Noble.

just payed for shipping on shin figuart and pre-ordered kikaider's side machine. now I just need to pre-order hakaider and kurokage hase at some point.

The metallic shinkengers are prettier in person for sure. Pink is one hard figure to photograph: she's not that dark in person.

and that'd make me even more sad that I had to cancel my badge for SDCC. :lol

I thought there was rumors of them doing a MMPR 2-pack consisting of an Unarmored Green Ranger and Armored Black Ranger as a SDCC exclusive.

I'd buy that if it were to happen.

I think that was just wishful thinking on must of our parts. Id love to see those get released, but I havent even gotten Armored Red, I dont even see this selling a lot.

I'd guess if they did do it, it'd be much more limited quantities than the SDCC metallic Samurai Ranger set they did.

I bet we will see the Gokaiger figuarts release as a metallic SDCC set. Bluefin did a Q&A on twitter and someone ask about the Gokaiger figuarts in the US. They mention about it's possible now.

Just a heads up, HLJ is having some crazy sales right now, including the first 4 Fourze Module Sets for 300 yen or less each! I passed on those but picked up a G3-X for about $19.

300 yen each? Man do I feel sorry for SHF fourze...

Damn it! I don't get paid until Friday!

I just picked up a G3-X too, along with all three season two versions of the Akibarangers for about $5 each. I wasn't planning on getting them anytime soon, but that's a fantastic deal.

Wow, totally missed the Akibarangers earlier. That's a ridiculously good price.

Yup, figures HLJ has to have a sal the day after I dropped a good chunk of change in the dealer room...

I just hope they do a pack of stands for the remaining rangers. I don't know why, but the Stages have suddenly gotten impossible to find.

Wish I could take advantage of that sale, but with moving my priorities should be elsewhere...

Agreed!
You called it. Let the record show.

Yeah, some of us can't play the overseas game, Bandai.
Yeah, we need all we can get. I'm kinda looking to get the CC Shinkenger set. But yeah, whatever set we get this year we should support.
Agreed.

I wonder if Kiwami Arms SHF will be retail or not? The form is starting to grown on me.

Does anyone know when SHF Kachidoki preorders start?

Bandai/Tamashii is gearing up for another run of the act-4 stages due out in late July.

Oh thank the gods. I am getting sick of my rangers and riders falling.

Yeah I know how you feel, AmiAmi had them up for pre-order but they seem to have sold out, but I would imagine Bluefin will bring some over to the states.

I just wish they would make some solid plastic stages, I've had nothing but stress marks and breaks on several pieces that move.

I agree with this, and it's really stressful with some of the contract beast for Ryuki riders like Dragredder.

I need a replacement clamp for Water Style's stand. Damn thing cracked as soon as I took it out of the package and attached it to the post.

I haven't had that issue, but I have had the holes on them wear out on both where the big pole piece goes and then the little arms. I've had to wrap tape on the bottom of the peg to get it to stay tight.

Are you talking about like your very own sticker set on whatever designs, or things such a pre-sets like rider symbols such as W, OOO, etc, because at least they have those.

Have they done sets for Gaim and Wizard yet?

Also some Ranger-themed stickers would be awesome.

I think they did it with Wizard but not Gaim since it is still fairly new.

Logos and such, something that can cover a good chunk of the base. So the latter. I've never been able to find any.


Which is what I wanted, specifically Zyuranger and Akibaranger stickers.

I know that the Akibarangers had bases as a first-release bonus, but I've never actually seen them.

Den O is selling a good chunk of them right now, ebay is a good place, and I think OOO can help out since he does cosplay stuff

Here is a link to Den O sales thread http://www.tokunation.com/showthread.php?t=66943

I recently bought Figuarts Kamen Rider Tiger and need some help. When I move the bicep swivels on him it makes the dreaded squeaking noise, and I haven't been sure how worried to be about it. I know about the breakage on some Figuarts with squeaky hips, but haven't heard as much about other areas. I wondering if anyone has advice on how to handle this area or just leave it as is.

Have you considered applying a bit of shock oil to the joint?