Originally Posted by DrillBIT (Post 354989)

They never make S.I.C. Riders in order.
In fact Fourze is still in planning stage. Not even a final sketch is available, according the Gojima.

Originally Posted by Fr33domGundam (Post 355007)

You're right, they never did make them in order; Kabuto being one of the most notorious ones in that aspect.

But they were caught up (with older main characters) with the release of Kabuto, and they gaves us W and OOO in order as well; I figured it'd be good for business for them to release them to continue that trend.

Originally Posted by DrillBIT (Post 355013)

According to Gojima there are certain limitation for making the figures.
The cost and play value of the figures are the main focus for the teams to look into.
Fourze at this point seems to be out of the question, due to the design and the accessories. From his words I think none of the teams are focusing on it at this time.

Both teams are busy with ZOID diorama for the upcoming anniversary.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BmUN8m6CUAEfGcT.jpg
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BmUZIYBCIAEBFeE.jpg

Originally Posted by Den-O (Post 354975)

Not the main character so I don't get your point. At best he's the quadrary (4th) rider of the show. Both Baron & Ryugen take up more screen time than Shin Zangetsu right now. So I'd hardly call his exposure as a factor warranting mass release.

Is he popular? Hell yes he is. But there's only so many slots available for retail releases when it comes to a currently ongoing show, especially one that has like 10 riders.