BLUEFIN
DETAILS IMPRESSIVE ARRAY OF NEW ACTION FIGURES BY TAMASHII NATIONS
AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER NOW AND SET FOR RELEASE IN EARLY 2017
Exciting
New Products Include Must-Have Releases For Mighty Morphin Power
Rangers, Suicide Squad, Iron Man, Star Wars, Dougram, Gundam And Saint
Seiya
Anaheim, CA, October 18, 2016 –
Bluefin, the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles,
and hobby merchandise from Japan, Hong Kong and more, has announced an
impressive collection of upcoming new figures from Tamashii Nations for
pre-order.
Set
for release beginning in March 2017, the latest offerings from the
world renowned collectibles manufacture includes new Tamashii Buddies
releases for the Red and Pink Rangers and also Lord Zedd from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers as well as the highly anticipated debut of the S.H.Figuarts Joker from Suicide Squad.
Tamashii Nation’s popular Meisho Manga Realization line reimagines hit comic and film characters as samurai from Japan’s feudal era and expands with the addition of a stunning Samurai Iron Man Mark 3. The samurai action continues with the Yumi Ashigaru Stormtrooper from Star Wars (set for April 2017 release).
Mecha fans and collectors will be impressed by the Hi-METAL R Dougram, which represents a pinnacle for Dougram toys and celebrates the classic 80s anime series. This release is complemented by the FA-78-1 Full Armor Gundam which bristles
with an array of weapons and was one of the first powered-up variations
from the early days of the Mobile Suit Gundam universe.
Finally, Tamashii Nations also expands its D.D.Panoramation series with the impressive Sagittarius Aiolos from Saint Seiya. This new series of 4 inch tall mini-figures features custom backdrops and delivers a total re-definition of action figure style.
All
of these products will be available from authorized Bluefin retailers
nationwide in 2017 and also from a variety of leading online outlets.
Preorders are available now
New Tamashii Nations Q1 2017 Releases:
Red Ranger from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
Height: Approx. 3.5 inches · MSRP: $13.99 · Available March 2017
With
the TAMASHII BUDDIES brand, TAMASHII NATIONS's extensive character
modeling know-how is concentrated into 3.5 inch tall figures with
dynamic interchangeable backgrounds and stackable frames. Joining the
line-up is a nostalgic blast from the past with Mighty Morphin Power
Rangers! Be sure to grab one of everybody’s favorite leader, the Red
Ranger.
Pink Ranger from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
Height: Approx. 3.5 inches · MSRP: $13.99 · Available March 2017
The Pink Ranger looks cute in this chibi-size rendition and is perfect for displaying on a desk at work or home.
Lord Zedd from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
Height: Approx. 3.5 inches · MSRP: $13.99 · Available March 2017
A colorful rendition of one everyone’s favorite villains, Lord Zedd who was unique to the American version of the show.
The Joker from Suicide Squad
Height: Approx. 6 inches · MSRP: $59.99 · Available March 2017
S.H.Figuarts
presents the ultimate action figure portrayal of the Joker from the
film Suicide Squad. Fully articulated and detailed down to the seams and
wrinkles in his clothes, it’s perfect for capturing all sorts of scenes
from the hit film. The figure is colored using digital coloring
technology so detailed that it’s even able to capture the distinctive
color of his pupils. The 6 inch tall figure comes with two heads with
different expressions, two types each of left and right hands, and the
Joker’s trademark pink pistols.
Samurai Iron Man Mark 3 from Iron Man
Height: Approx. 6 inches · MSRP: $91.99 · Available March 2017
The
popular Meisho Manga Realization series re-envisions hit characters as
samurai from Japan’s feudal era. The latest release is Iron Man Mark 3,
as envisioned by the talented Takayuki Takeya. Iron Man’s high-tech
armor is rendered in the style of the samurai, with details down to the
ornate scroll-work on the breastplate and rivets on the plating.
Clockwork, steam-punk style jetpack and flintlock rifle-esque cannons
enhance the fantastic appearance of the design. The 6 inch figure comes
with two types of optional hands (left and right sides), a katana, and a
jetpack.
Hi-Metal R Dougram from Fang of the Sun Dougram
Height: Approx. 6.2 inches · MSRP: $134.99 · Available March 2017
The
classic Eighties “real robot” as it has never been seen before! The
Hi-METAL R Dougram represents a pinnacle for Dougram collectibles, with
an opening cockpit, removable weapons, and incredible posability. It can
even do kneeling poses! The 6.2 inch figure is made out of ABS, PVC,
and die-cast metal. The set includes the robot, three types of left and
two types of right option hands, the “Turbozack” backpack with linear
gun, a missile pod, two pilot figures, and two antenna.
FA-78-1 Full Armor Gundam
Height: Approx. 6.2 inches · MSRP: $59.99 · Available March 2017
This
classic re-envisioning of the Gundam design dates back to the “Mobile
Suit Variation” model series of the 1980s. Clad in olive drab armor and
bristling with weapons, it is one of the first powered-up variations
from the early days of the Gundam universe. In addition to incredible
posability and a large number of missile and cannon effect parts for
dramatic scenes, the armor can be removed to reveal a realistically
colored RX-72-2 Gundam beneath. This is the ultimate portrayal of a fan
favorite!
The ABS and PVC figure includes a set of Full Armor, four types of optional hands (L/R), two shoulder missile pods, two effects for the missies, two knee missies, two effect parts for the knee missiles, an effect part for the twin beam cannon, an effect for the 360mm launcher, head-mounted vulcan effect parts, a Gundam shield, a Hyper Bazooka, a Beam Rifle with detachable effect part, a long saber grip, two saber effect parts, a curved-blade saber effect, a hand storage rack, and various attachment joints.
Sagittarius Aiolos from Saint Seiya
Height: Approx. 4 inches · MSRP: $59.99 · Available March 2017
The
fifth gold saint joins the D.D.Panoramation series! This new series of 4
inch tall mini-figures and custom backdrops is like art in the palm of
your hand and a total re-definition of action figure style! Recreate key
scenes, or make custom ones. Collectors can even connect them together
to make a bigger display!
The Sagittarius Aiolos figures comes in a set with two optional facial expressions, a hairstyle without the mask, two types of optional hands (L/R), a Seiya head, Seiya optional expression, Seiya’s hair (non-mask), bow and arrow set, two baby Athenas, the Palace of the Centaur gate, the Wall of Will, large and small bases, a staircase, and one set of “structure parts.
Yumi Ashigaru Stormtrooper from Star Wars
Height: Approx. 6 inches · MSRP: $89.99 · Available April 2017
Collectors
and Star Wars fans will want to make room on the shelf because the next
member of the Meisho Movie Realization Star Wars line is here. In this
case, yumi means “archer” and this Stormtrooper lives up to his name
with an impressive Japanese-style long bow just that is as big as he is
tall! The helmet design has also been revised to mimic the traditional
feudal archer headwear. Set includes interchangeable hands (x6), bow and
arrow set, katana set, and quiver.
About Bluefin
Based
in Anaheim, CA, Bluefin built its reputation as a leading distributor
of Japanese toys, collectibles, novelty and hobby products. In recent
years, Bluefin has grown to include a range of high quality collectible
lines from the United States, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Singapore and
established itself as the official North American consumer products and
retail development partner for Studio Ghibli. Selling to thousands of
specialty, chain and independent stores, Bluefin is an official North
American distributor for Bandai Hobby, Kotobukiya, Capcom, Blitzway and
Iron Studios, is the sole provider of Bandai Tamashii Nations products,
and is also the exclusive and official distributor for Hero Cross, Mr.
Hobby, SEN-TI-NEL and X-Plus. Bluefin also represents TruForce
Collectibles products worldwide. Additional information is available at:
www.bluefincorp.com.
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