I've been debating if I want that new Zero, mostly for the little Pigmon accessory.

Everyone should own an Ultraman Zero if possible, it's a great figure!

If the Ultraman line continues with Seihou, I feel like we will see Ultraseven and Zero sooner than later. That's pretty much what's keeping me from this SHF Zero release.

I don't want to open the pandora box though

I'm surprised they didn't announce Ultraseven yet actually, with the 55th Anniversary and all.

You won't, that's Kamen Rider Build SHF's ;)

Agreed. I personally will stick with Hobby Genki as it is relatively easy. I signed up for notification as long as I am diligent enough (not a hard thing as I am in west coast), it seems it is not too hard to order anything. And yes I have to pay extra (maybe 500-1000 yen) on top of the retail prices for PB-releases on Hobby Genki but I can ship a few SHF together to keep the shipping below 1000 yen/per SHF. Also, the Yen is still relatively weak compared to US dollars.

I have noticed they are a bit slow these days when I request shipping quote from them but I am not in a hurry anyway.

Seihou Ultraseven not happening is such a surprise for me... maybe they feel it's too soon since they only just finished the original Ultra Brothers with Astra? And in fact they haven't done 80 yet

I assume 80 will come after they release Joneus. Since if they're going Showa chronological, despite originating from an anime, Joneus did debut right before 80.

The holiest of grails arrived today for me, never thought I'd be able to get this guy for a reasonable price (granted one of the elbows were almost broken but nothing SHF Upgrade can't fix).

https://i.imgur.com/MHdnZTi.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/8HYr6tx.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/2A40QmQ.jpg

Kabuto is a lot of fun despite his current age and still looks real good.

Once you upgrade the elbows, it's 100% hand candy.