[TokuChris]

If I'm not mistaken, Tamashii Nations didn't decide to make the Howling Cannon until production for Tyranno, Dragon, and Ptera were already well under way or about to release. So it was probably a catch-22 ... had to make it bigger to make it accurate?

[Baltan II]

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Originally Posted by Dr Kain

Why would they not ship toys?

Japanese toys are not inherently meant for international sale as they are not beholden to or certified for the same safety standards as toys sold in Europe, the UK, Canada, the US or anywhere else. It doesn't mean anything is any less safe than our toys, but Amazon Japan plays it safe by not offering these things internationally. It's also a good blanket way to avoid licensing or other manufacturer restrictions on where certain toys can or can't be sold. Amazon US used to have (but it sounds like they no longer do?) similar restrictions on toys being sold overseas.

Toys sold as part of a media bundle such as a bonus with a DVD or video game are able to be exported due to the loophole of their categorization.

[Kiryu]

So how do you think Kiwami Arms is gonna work as a Figuarts?

Because I don't think we'll be getting every weapon with him.

[XW1n5t0nX]

Maybe put one or two in with him and release a set with the rest ala what they did with Fourze?

[Thessair]

Toku Taku seems to be the only place I can find currently taking pre-orders for Bujin Gaim, Akaranger, and Kachidoki. Jefusion is saying Akaranger is officially up for pre-order so I imagine he and Kachidoki should start popping up more. This is my first time grabbing a Toei exclusive or whatever Bujin is so I'm not sure how much the options will expand for him.

[Talisman]

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Originally Posted by Thessair

Toku Taku seems to be the only place I can find currently taking pre-orders for Bujin Gaim, Akaranger, and Kachidoki. Jefusion is saying Akaranger is officially up for pre-order so I imagine he and Kachidoki should start popping up more. This is my first time grabbing a Toei exclusive or whatever Bujin is so I'm not sure how much the options will expand for him.

Yeah, I'm definitely going to need some help getting a Bujin Gaim. Not only timing, but my connection is such a pain that even if I found one, it'd be sold out before the page finishes loading.

[Thessair]

I grabbed mine from Toku Taku (where I also got my KR Fifteen Lock Seed/Faceplate set as they were the last to have it in stock). It cost an arm and a leg and I wasn't planning on paying in advance (or at least today) but I don't want to take the chance of missing out. It came to $77.12 with EMS shipping, based on today's exchange rate. Pricey, but I don't want to have to take the risk of playing the Mandarake game in the event it skyrockets for some reason.

I've never done business with these guys before, but I thought I read somewhere (earlier in this thread maybe?) that someone here had shopped with them before and had no problems. So, it's worth the risk.

[Talisman]

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Originally Posted by Thessair

I grabbed mine from Toku Taku (where I also got my KR Fifteen Lock Seed/Faceplate set as they were the last to have it in stock). It cost an arm and a leg and I wasn't planning on paying in advance (or at least today) but I don't want to take the chance of missing out. It came to $77.12 with EMS shipping, based on today's exchange rate. Pricey, but I don't want to have to take the risk of playing the Mandarake game in the event it skyrockets for some reason.

I've never done business with these guys before, but I thought I read somewhere (earlier in this thread maybe?) that someone here had shopped with them before and had no problems. So, it's worth the risk.

I took a big hit already this weekend, I can't afford 77 and change right now. Argh.

[PkmnMstr]

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Originally Posted by Thessair

I grabbed mine from Toku Taku (where I also got my KR Fifteen Lock Seed/Faceplate set as they were the last to have it in stock). It cost an arm and a leg and I wasn't planning on paying in advance (or at least today) but I don't want to take the chance of missing out. It came to $77.12 with EMS shipping, based on today's exchange rate. Pricey, but I don't want to have to take the risk of playing the Mandarake game in the event it skyrockets for some reason.

I've never done business with these guys before, but I thought I read somewhere (earlier in this thread maybe?) that someone here had shopped with them before and had no problems. So, it's worth the risk.

Almost everything I've bought from Oki hasn't even released yet, so I can't vouch for the shipping part just yet, but ShukuenShinobi(YouTube reviewer, and also is in charge of the exclusive orders at CSToys) pretty much has everything he buys shipped to Oki first and then gets them shipped from there in gigantic monthly boxes.

[MetroPoliceGray]

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Originally Posted by FormerTitanium

That is so weird among collectors in my eyes, if you don't like the character or the design on him then why buy a figure of him at all? I guess I can understand from a completion point of view, but hey that's just me I couldn't do that even if I had the extra cash to spend on.

I'm kinda in the in-between space of wanting to complete but buying my faves. I'm not thrilled with all the Ryuki designs, but want them for my collection.

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Originally Posted by MST3KFan

So upon getting my Tricera Ranger I noticed something interesting.

The Ptera Ranger bow he comes with that is used to build the Howling Cannon is actually longer than the bow Ptera Ranger comes with. I don't know if that's something that happens in the show, or if it was done to make it easier to have the rangers on the ides be able to grab the combined weapon.

Just a little something I noticed and thought I'd point out to see if anyone else noticed.

Good catch. I'll have to check that out...when I get a Tricera/Blue Ranger.

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Originally Posted by Kickback

If I'm not mistaken, Tamashii Nations didn't decide to make the Howling Cannon until production for Tyranno, Dragon, and Ptera were already well under way or about to release. So it was probably a catch-22 ... had to make it bigger to make it accurate?

....and yet, they couldn't make a screen accurate TriceLance united form...hmm...

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Originally Posted by PkmnMstr

Almost everything I've bought from Oki hasn't even released yet, so I can't vouch for the shipping part just yet, but ShukuenShinobi(YouTube reviewer, and also is in charge of the exclusive orders at CSToys) pretty much has everything he buys shipped to Oki first and then gets them shipped from there in gigantic monthly boxes.

Shukuen is like some celebrity. Like the Wizard/Prof. Marvel or something.