Bandai is releasing the  Figure-Rise Standard Ultraman Blazer Model Kit, a kit that uses "Insert molding" for the first time (basically molding the different colors together). It features two color timers, extra hands, weapon, and stickers, and it will retail for 3,740 yen. It can be pre-ordered from multiple retailers with release scheduled for Dec 2023.
Update: this will include the ​Chilsonite Sword as part of the kit.

Bandai/Tamashii is releasing the S.H. Figuarts True Bone Carving Method Glitter Tiga figure as a Tamashii Nations 2023 exclusive. This figure features a more accurate sculpt/articulation than standard S.H. Figuarts figures, it stands 15cm tall, it comes with extra hands, replacement color timer, Glitter Zeperion beam effect, and a bonus part of a Zeperion beam motion effect, it will retail for 9,900 yen. It can be pre-ordered starting Aug 21, 2023 with release scheduled for Nov 2023, Tamashii Nations 2023 is Nov 17th to 19th 2023 in Tokyo.

Bandai is releasing the Figure-rise Standard Ultraman Z Original Plastic Model Kit. This kit features colored parts, two color timers, extra hands, ray effect, Beliarok, and stickers, and retails for 3,520 yen. It can be pre-ordered now from multiple retailers, with release scheduled for this month.

Bandai/Tamashii is releasing the S.H. Figuarts Ultraman Decker Dynamic Type figure. This figure stands 15cm tall, it comes with extra hands, replacement color timer, sword and shield, and hands for the Ultraman Decker Flash Type, and it will retail for 8,250 yen. It can be pre-ordered from Bandai with release scheduled for Jan 2024.

Kaiyodo is releasing the Mega Sofvi Shin Ultraman Template Version figure, based on the original design of Shin Ultraman (No. 2 Model). This vinyl figure stands 49.5cm tall, comes with a base, will retail for 44,000 yen, and will be released Nov 2023. It can be pre-ordered now from Kaiyodo (Japan) and other retailers (like Hobby Search for international customers).

ULTRAMAN ZERO THE CHRONICLE
threezeroX Ryu Oyama Dark Baltan All Black Edition
threezeroX is the high-end line from threezero which invites different renown artists from around the world to redesign action figures according to their own unique styles. The first release of the series was threezeroX Ryu Oyama Dark Baltan, which has been reimagined by the Japanese sculptor Ryu Oyama based on Dark Baltan. Dark Baltan appears in the Ultraman Zero’s 2009 movie “MEGA MONSTER BATTLE ULTRA GALAXY: THE MOVIE”, and is one of the latest iterations of the popular character Alien Baltan from the Ultraman franchise. By utilizing its unique form, Oyama has given the figure elaborate artistic details to create an updated version of modern-day Baltan. Now threezero presents its new color variant exclusive for Hong Kong at Hong Kong Ani-Com & Games Fair 2023, the All Black Edition!

threezeroX Ryu Oyama Dark Baltan All Black Edition is approximately 36cm (14″) tall and has 47 points of articulation. Its surface is painted entirely mat black to give it a shadow-like look, and the installed LED lights make its eyes light up in emerald green (Requires AG13 batteries x 2, batteries not included). As for the interchangeable claws, it comes with one pair of standard sized claws, one piece of small left claw, and two pieces of large right claws. One of the large claws has texts saying “Original sculpt by Ryu Oyama” printed in Japanese, which is an exclusive accessory for this item. The collectible figure also includes one articulated stand.

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Specifications
FEATURES

• 1/6th scale, approximately 14 inches (~36cm) tall
• Original sculpt by Ryu Oyama
• Articulated figure using original body with 47 Points of Articulation
• Surface painted in mat black
  
• LED Light-up features in the eyes*
• Exclusive large right claw which has texts saying “Original sculpt by Ryu Oyama” printed in Japanese

ACCESSORIES

• Five (5) pieces of interchangeable claws: one (1) pair of standard claws, one (1) small left claw, one (1) large right claw, and one (1) large right claw with texts printed
• Articulated stand for the figure

LED FEATURES*

• Eyes

Remarks

• *Requires AG13 batteries x 2 pcs (Batteries not included)

Estimated Shipment: 3rd Quarter 2023
HKACG Exclusive
Price: TBA

Bandai is releasing the S.H.Figuarts Jugglus Juggler Hebikura Shota Version, and the S.H.Figuarts Alien Metron Targeted Town Version figures. Jugglus Juggler is 15cm tall, comes with extra hands, replacement heads and facial parts, Snake sword, and Dark Z Riser,  and will retail for 9,350 yen. Alien Metron stands 17cm tall, it comes with chabudai, world view reproduction parts, spacecraft of Alien Metron with pedestal, base with title logo for Alien Metron, and it will retail for 8,800 yen. They will release Feb 2024, and Dec 2023 respectively from Bandai.

Bandai is releasing the Chodo Alpha Ultraman Ultraman Gaia Supreme Version Set, part of their Super Motion series of figures. This set comes with three figures, effect parts with replacement hands, all are approx. 10cm tall, and the set retails for 8,250 yen. The set is available for pre-order from Bandai and the Tsuburaya Store Online, with release scheduled for Feb 2024.

Threezero is releasing the Shin Ultraman FigZero 12 Inch and FigZero S 6 Inch Ultraman First Contact Version, based on the first appearance of Ultraman in Shin Ultraman. Check out the information on both below and both will be available for pre-order July 16th at 10:00 a.m. Japan time (July 15th  at 9:00 p.m. US ET) on the Threezero website.

SHIN ULTRAMAN FigZero 12 inch Ultraman -First Contact Ver.- (SHIN ULTRAMAN)
From the SHIN ULTRAMAN threezero is proud to announce FigZero 12 inch Ultraman -First Contact Ver.- (SHIN ULTRAMAN)! The collectible figure accurately replicates the appearance of Ultraman as seen in the film of when he first made contact with Earth. It features a two tone coloring of glossy silver and mat grey, and the head sculpt is newly made especially for this item.

FigZero 12 inch Ultraman -First Contact Ver.- (SHIN ULTRAMAN) stands approximately 31 cm (12.2”) tall, and is a fully-articulated figure with approximately 35 points of articulation. It is constructed of ABS, PVC, POM, and Zinc Alloy. The Zinc Alloy is utilized in the abdomen and legs to provide a greater range of articulation while also enhancing the weight and durability of the figure for improved balance. An LED light-up feature is installed in the eyes, and the figure also includes 4 pairs of interchangeable hands; which consist of 1 pair of fists, 1 pair of opened hands, and 2 pairs of posed hands.

©2022 TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS CO., LTD. / TOHO CO., LTD. / khara, Inc. ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS

Specifications
FEATURES

• Approximately 31cm (12.2”) tall
• Fully-articulated figure with a total of approximately 35 points of articulation
• Glossy silver and mat grey coloring
• New head sculpt made especially for the First Contact Version
• LED Light-up features in the eyes*

ACCESSORIES

• Four (4) pairs of interchangeable hands: One (1) pair of fists, one (1) pair of relaxed hands, two (2) pair of posed hands

LED FEATURES *

• Eyes
• Remarks * Requires AG3 batteries x 3 (Batteries Not Included)

Materials

• ABS, PVC, POM, Zinc Alloy

Retail price: 129.90 USD / 18,780 yen
Estimated Shipment: 4th Quarter 2023

SHIN ULTRAMAN FigZero S 6 inch Ultraman -First Contact Ver.- (SHIN ULTRAMAN)
From the SHIN ULTRAMAN live-action film, threezero is proud to announce FigZero S 6 inch Ultraman -First Contact Ver.- (SHIN ULTRAMAN)! The collectible figure accurately replicates the appearance of Ultraman as seen in the film of when he first made contact with Earth. It features a two-tone coloring of glossy silver and mat grey, and the head sculpt is newly made especially for this item.

This collectible is a fully-articulated figure standing approximately 6” (15 cm) tall, and is constructed of ABS, PVC, and POM with approximately 30 points of articulation. The figure also includes 4 pairs of interchangeable hands (1 pair of fists, 1 pair of relaxed hands, 2 pairs of posed hands).

©2022 TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS CO., LTD. / TOHO CO., LTD. / khara, Inc. ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS

Specifications
FEATURES

• Approximately 15cm (6”) tall
• Fully-articulated figure with a total of approximately 30 points of articulation
• Glossy silver and mat grey coloring
• New head sculpt made especially for the First Contact Version

ACCESSORIES

• Four (4) pairs of interchangeable hands: One (1) pair of fists, one (1) pair of relaxed hands, two (2) pair of posed hands

Materials

• ABS, PVC, POM

Retail price: 49.90 USD / 7,230 yen
Estimated Shipment: 4th Quarter 2023

Bandai is releasing the Ultimate Luminous Alien Baltan Figure Set, the set includes two figures, Alien Baltan Normal Version, and Alien Baltan Alter Ego Version, plus luminous units. Each figure is 16cm tall, and the set retails for 7,000 yen. It can be pre-ordered now from Bandai with release scheduled for Nov 2023. Update: there are also two sets of arms for each and the hands can be reversed (left for right, right for left).