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NECA has released a number of figures in there Godzilla line, their most recent reveal was Shin Godzilla, the latest incarnation of this classic monster. Their most recent release however is Godzilla 2001 (GMK), that was featured in 2001's Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah: All Out Attack.
This version is definitely a fan favorite, a classic yet modern design with a very aggressive look, sort of evil. Many toy companies have recently released versions of this figure now NECA has released theirs. Up to now, arguably, their best figure was Godzilla '54 but admit-tingly this figure is quite well done.
​The overall sculpt is spot on, while some will compare to other companies figures, I felt that this figure was an excellently designed figure. Articulation on this figure is great too, NECA has improved the fit of the joints to give it a cleaner look then some early figures. An example of the improvement is the tail the joints are further down the tail before you get to the end (which like other is a solid piece with internal wire) and are less noticeable.
This version is definitely a fan favorite, a classic yet modern design with a very aggressive look, sort of evil. Many toy companies have recently released versions of this figure now NECA has released theirs. Up to now, arguably, their best figure was Godzilla '54 but admit-tingly this figure is quite well done.
​The overall sculpt is spot on, while some will compare to other companies figures, I felt that this figure was an excellently designed figure. Articulation on this figure is great too, NECA has improved the fit of the joints to give it a cleaner look then some early figures. An example of the improvement is the tail the joints are further down the tail before you get to the end (which like other is a solid piece with internal wire) and are less noticeable.
​If I had to find fault with anything there are two issues, both minor. The back spikes are fine on the main portion of the back but the ones where the tail starts are not painted very well, looking from one side it can be accepted but it's more noticeable from the other side. It also seems like the edges of these spikes are rougher then the others possibly part of the problem.
The other issue also paint related involves the lower jaw, looking closely it appears the entire jaw is either the same color as the inside of the mouth or the inside was painted first and the outside skin color didn't cover it all because of the skin texture. There are a few spots if you look closely you can see it but it's not noticeable at a quick glace. A second issue with the lower jaw is the tongue, which is a separate piece, the paint doesn't cover it all the way to the back of the mouth, you won't notice it unless you look for it because when posed normally the head is tilted forward.
Other then the minor paint issues this is right there with Godzilla '54 as one of the best NECA Godzilla figures, possible the best, and a definite must have, you can't go wrong with this awesome figure.
The other issue also paint related involves the lower jaw, looking closely it appears the entire jaw is either the same color as the inside of the mouth or the inside was painted first and the outside skin color didn't cover it all because of the skin texture. There are a few spots if you look closely you can see it but it's not noticeable at a quick glace. A second issue with the lower jaw is the tongue, which is a separate piece, the paint doesn't cover it all the way to the back of the mouth, you won't notice it unless you look for it because when posed normally the head is tilted forward.
Other then the minor paint issues this is right there with Godzilla '54 as one of the best NECA Godzilla figures, possible the best, and a definite must have, you can't go wrong with this awesome figure.
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At Tamashii 2016 S.H. MonsterArts showed off the Tamashii Mix MechaGodzilla Poster Version, a figure based on a stylized movie poster for 1993's Godzilla Vs MechaGodzilla by Noriyoshi Ohrai. but there is more to the background of this figure. The original concept of MechaGodzilla had him being made from 7 separate ships each transforming into a vehicle (very similar to the combiner Transformers).
The original plans were scrapped and a two part MechaGodzilla was designed with the upper body becoming a jet, and its lower body becoming a tank, this set-up would end up being used for M.O.G.U.E.R.A. in being able to split into the Land Moguera and Star Falcon in Godzilla vs. SpaceGodzilla. Eventually MechaGodzilla was a single unit with Garuda attaching to him to form Super MechaGodzilla.
The original plans were scrapped and a two part MechaGodzilla was designed with the upper body becoming a jet, and its lower body becoming a tank, this set-up would end up being used for M.O.G.U.E.R.A. in being able to split into the Land Moguera and Star Falcon in Godzilla vs. SpaceGodzilla. Eventually MechaGodzilla was a single unit with Garuda attaching to him to form Super MechaGodzilla.
Early Draft (from Wikizilla)
The Transforming MechaGodzilla's role was nearly identical to the normal Heisei MechaGodzilla's role in the finished film, however one of its individual vehicle forms would have battled two pteranodons early in the film on Adonoa Island.
This MechaGodzilla would have successfully killed both Godzilla and Rodan later in the movie, but the Garuda would be destroyed and explode, causing Godzilla to be revived by the released radiation and destroy MechaGodzilla.
Trivia
The Transforming MechaGodzilla was likely scrapped due to how expensive and difficult it would have been to portray the various machines and their fusion into MechaGodzilla. Toho may have also wanted to avoid too much similarity to King Joe, a mecha created by Tsuburaya Productions which moves around and transforms in a very similar way.
The Kaiju Guide entry for Super MechaGodzilla in Godzilla: The Game references Transforming MechaGodzilla.
The Transforming MechaGodzilla's role was nearly identical to the normal Heisei MechaGodzilla's role in the finished film, however one of its individual vehicle forms would have battled two pteranodons early in the film on Adonoa Island.
This MechaGodzilla would have successfully killed both Godzilla and Rodan later in the movie, but the Garuda would be destroyed and explode, causing Godzilla to be revived by the released radiation and destroy MechaGodzilla.
Trivia
The Transforming MechaGodzilla was likely scrapped due to how expensive and difficult it would have been to portray the various machines and their fusion into MechaGodzilla. Toho may have also wanted to avoid too much similarity to King Joe, a mecha created by Tsuburaya Productions which moves around and transforms in a very similar way.
The Kaiju Guide entry for Super MechaGodzilla in Godzilla: The Game references Transforming MechaGodzilla.
The early artwork poster for Godzilla vs. MechaGodzilla 2 drawn by Noriyoshi Ohrai features the Transforming MechaGodzilla. This is notable, in that it is one of the few instances of an unmade kaiju or unmade design for a kaiju appearing in a piece of official media for the completed product. Ohrai's depiction of Transforming MechaGodzilla is the same as the artwork for the mecha created by Shinji Nishikawa, indicating that the design used for the poster was the final design for Transforming MechaGodzilla before the character was redesigned into the Heisei MechaGodzilla.
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S.H. MonsterArts revealed there Shin Godzilla 2nd and 3rd forms at Tamashii 2016, both were shown in a magazine scan previously. No word on release date, price, etc. More info as we get it.
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Tamashii is releasing the S.H. MonsterArts Tamashii Mix MechaGodzilla Poster Version a figure based on the movie poster for 1993's Godzilla Vs Mechagodzilla II that featured a stylized version of MechaGodzilla. no info was given on price, release date, etc. This figure as well as a Godzilla 1995 figure were shown in a magazine scan a couple of days ago no word yet on that figure or an official reveal.
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Kaiyodo is releasing 4 Heisei series vinyl Godzilla kits part of their Sci-fi Moster series, they are Godzilla '89, '93, '94, and '95 (Burning)(top to bottom). This is the second group of kits being released all having been releasing in the past. They are unassembled kits 1/400 scale approx 8 inches tall. Each will retail for 6,900 yen (approx $67 US) and will be released in Dec 2016 from Hobby Search and other retailers.
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Marusan showed off a number of figures for their October announcements, metallic colored Gigans, Black Object Godzilla '71, Hedorah, and Megalon, and glow-in-the dark Godzilla '62 B / O Style Radiation Emission Version. The Gigans are a "mystery bag" random item, they are 23cm tall (approx 9 inches) and retail for 10,800 yen (approx $104 US). The Black Object figures are 23cm tall and are 5,400 yen each (approx $52 US). They can be pre-ordered from Marusan with release in Feb 2017. Also revealed was the Godzilla Birth Festival 2016 Godzilla '62 B / O Style Radiation Emission Version, a figure meant to look like old tin toy with wheels. It features a glow-in-the-dark body 30cm tall (approx 12 inches) it will retail for 16,200 yen (approx $155 US) The event is held at Ikebukuro HUMAX Cinemas Nov 2, 2016.
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Medicom is releasing a couple of Godzilla Vinyl Wars figures, Godzilla ' 66 (large duel version of the Nanhai) and a two figure set of Kilaaks aliens. Godzilla stands 23cm tall (approx 9 inches), and will retail for 6,000 yen (approx $58 US). The Kilaaks set, each figure in a different outfit, each stands 24cm tall, and will retail for 10,000 yen (approx $96 US) for the set. Both can be pre-ordered now and will be available Feb 2017.
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Back in June we posted pics of a Human Size Godzilla 1991 that was display at a S.H. MonsterArts booth at a show now it appears it will be sold for approx $43,000 US (4,482,000 yen on the Bandai site), the figure is limited to 10 and will be sold in a lottery through Bandai Premium. The new info is directly from Bandai which first appeared in the magazine scan (above). The figure is 6 feet tall (185cm (192cm with base) and nearly double that in length head to tall (officially 305cm/10 feet deep). The figure will ship in July 2017 with the lottery starting Nov 11, 2016.
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X-Plus has final announced the Shin Godzilla Ric Boy figure, teased for quite a while, it features both regular and roaring heads and a purple tint like he is about to shoot his ray. This figure is 25cm tall (approx 10 inches) and 50cm long (approx 20 inches), and will retail for 19,980 yen (approx $193 US). Pre-order has started now with release in Jan 2017 from X-Plus. A regular version will also be available (with regular head), that has a more red coloring (bottom pic), and will retail for 17,980 yen (approx $173 US). Of note the Ric site seems to hint this figure will be sold abroad, so it may actually be sold in the US (possibly Bluefin or Diamond), more info as we get it on that.
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NECA revealed their Shin Godzilla figure and it's pretty awesome. The figure was revealed at at the Alamo Drafthouse in New York at a screening of the film. While fans there were given a treat it was originally expected to debut at NYCC, NECA may have not gotten final approval till now. No word on release date or price (which should be around other NECA Godzilla figures), we will update that info once we get it.
NECA revealed their Shin Godzilla figure and it's pretty awesome. The figure was revealed at at the Alamo Drafthouse in New York at a screening of the film. While fans there were given a treat it was originally expected to debut at NYCC, NECA may have not gotten final approval till now. No word on release date or price (which should be around other NECA Godzilla figures), we will update that info once we get it.
