Wonder Festival 2010 Winter event took place today at Makuhari Messe and as always, it was another eventful one with many Garage Kits and Figures from many leading manufacturers we all know of.
Since coverage has already been filled and still ongoing from many popular sites like for eg. Danny Choo, Hobby Stock, AkibaHobby and many more, I’m just gonna take note on the figures which have tickled my fancy so far. There has been plenty no doubt but these are the ones which stood out in my eyes and my wallet will likely go dry because of them. lol
All images and sources via Hobby Stock, Akiba Hobby, Amiblo, Danny Choo, Figure/GK, Wcloudxkumo.
1/8 scale Feena Fam Earthlight from Yoake Mae Yori Ruri Iro Na -Crescent Love- by Kotobukiya.
First up is the beautiful Feena by Kotobukiya. It’s still an unpainted version but that didn’t stop me in saying “ZOMFG” when I laid eyes on her. Her dress is the real winner here and her pose is just pure elegance. There is no price set yet but since Kotobukiya has a reputation for delivering figures at budget prices, I don’t expect her to be over the 8000yen mark. Still, if Kotobukiya can pull off the paint job and the quality, I’m happy to pay more than 8000yen if needed but I hope it won’t be necessary. :)
Figma Black Rock Shooter by Max Factory
The figma low down continues with BRS. Already owning the Cannon version, I decided to pass on all other PVC versions but when it comes down to figma version, my brain say, “you have more than enough” but my heart say “having just one more won’t hurt”. xD
Since life shouldn’t have regrets and I know down the track I will regret it, she a MUST have. As a figma fanboy, it’s hard to say ‘NO”. lol
Figma Deadmaster by Max Factory
Now having figma BRS without her villain, figma Deadmaster won’t feel right. I’m looking forward in knowing more about her when the anime series comes out but looking at her right now, she looks pretty wicked holding her scythe and those skulls around her gives out the sense of a evilness aurora which I love. ^^
I hope the skulls are included and I hope she won’t be pricey because of it. I get the feeling a di:stage set will be included for her just like figma Golgo. :S
Figma Archer from Fate/Stay Night by Max Factory
Not everyone likes to collect man figures and I understand it’s their choice. I don’t judge them but if there is one man figure I highly recommend, it has to be figma Archer. It’s still an unpainted version but you can see the detail they put into him is quite neat. If you have figma Rin then you know you need to pair her up with him but having him alone is awesome already. ^^
Figma Asahina Mikuru Adult Ver. by Max Factory
I think I found the next Mikuru to go into my ever growing Mikuru collection. Already owning the school uniform one, I will be happy in owning an adult one even though I already have the Adult PVC ver.
Indeed the Mikuru Madness never ends. lol
Figma Michael Jackson by Max Factory
The moment I saw him, I instantly cracked up. Who would’ve thought, the “King of Pop” himself will get figmatized. :D
I spread the word around my workplace and already, a few people were interested in how to get him. lol
Figma KOS-MOS Ver. 4 from Xenosaga by Max Factory
I get the feeling she’s gonna be a really pricey figma. Just looking at the details of her guns is a clear sign she’s won’t be your average price figma. I’m not a big fan of KOS-MOS but guns are my thing and if the price ‘feels’ right, I might pick her up. ^^
Nendoroid Feena Fam Earthlight from Yoake Mae Yori Ruri Iro Na -Crescent Love- by GSC
Already being intrigued by the PVC version from Kotobukiya, the nendoroid is just too kawaii to pass up. I fanboyed immediately when I saw her and at the price of 3,500yen, it’s an INSTANT GET!!!!!.
PS: If you didn’t know, I’m a Feena fanboy. XD
Nendoroid Mickey Mouse by GSC
I’ve heard news spreading around, GSC will announce their 100th nendoroid at this weeks Wonfes event and indeed it was true. When furudango told me it was Mickey Mouse, I was like “WHAT!!!!!?????” 0_o
Out of all the characters and original characters GSC could have created, I’m surprised GSC chose Mickey Mouse.
I have a few Mickey Mouse ornaments in the living room so maybe the nendoroid version could the first ‘figure’ to be displayed there without my parents having a go at me saying “ZOMG, anime again!!!” >_>
1/8 scale Nakano Azusa from K-ON! by Alter
I’m not a big Azusa fan but after securing my preorder on the nendoroid version, I feel like I’m going on a path of no return. I don’t want to admit it but I feel I’m starting to jump on the Azusa-nyan bandwagon.
I find pairing her up with Yui will look really nice. Even displaying her alone will look nice as well as the overall moeness is really getting to me now. She doesn’t look as dynamic as Mio and Yui but she’s still jumpin’ and rockin’. ^^
1/7 scale Akiyama Mio by Max Factory or 1/8 scale Akiyama Mio School Festival Ver. by Alter
Despite not a big Mio fan, I still want a Mio figure in my collection. Looking at the Mio figures showcased today, I’ve decided between these two from 2 highly regarded figure manufacturers. There are both School Festival Versions and while I want both, I gotta make the ultimatum and decide 1.
I’m not gonna decide now. I know each one will have their pros and cons so I will wait until both is officially announced. Which one do you prefer? ^^
1/8 scale Kyrie Rason from Valkyrie Complex by GSC
I’ve heard of Valkyrie Complex before but never played the game. The game is a visual novel eroge genre and since it’s in Japanese, playing it feels pointless if I don’t understand it.
Despite that, she looks really awesome holding the shield and sword. I know she’s a warrior of some kind and the more I look at her, the more tempted I get. I will see if this temptation is a one off thingy but I know the price will decide that because looking at the scuplt and detail, she aren’t gonna be cheap. :(
Selvaria Bles Valkyria Ver. from Valkyria Chronicles by Alter
Last but not least, the figure I have been waiting since the last wonfes, Selvaria Bles from VC by Alter. She is one of the most anticipated figures this year on my list and I was so sure Alter will have a painted version up at this year. I hope all this anticipation will pay off and hopefully Alter is still working delicately on her. I had a slight hope Alter might do Alicia as well but since Selvaria is still unpainted, that hope died immediately. :(
I don’t see any changes from the last Wonfes they displayed her so come on Alter, DON’T KEEP ME WAITING TILL THE END OF THE YEAR PLZZZZZZZZZ!!!!! D:
So that’s the wrap. I know it’s gonna be another expensive year and I already sold a few figures to make space and have extra cash in getting the ones I really want. I don’t know what the future holds for me in continuing this hobby but I’m gonna enjoy it while it last and while I’m still able to. :)
So who starting to feel the ache of another lighter wallet? -_-
13 Responses to Wonder Festival 2010 Winter selections
Smithy
Twitter: BlueWaveSmithy
February 8th, 2010 at 2:17 am
Damn! Didn’t expect that much great stuff at Wonfes especially so much “K-ON!” figures! Max Factory joins the fray too? There goes the budget! >_<
Will definitely get Azusa from Alter, probably pick up Megahouse's version of her as well.
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Yi
February 8th, 2010 at 4:54 am
The keep releasing good k-On! and BRS figures…
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GNdynames
Twitter: gndynames
February 8th, 2010 at 5:18 am
What’s shocking for me is that there’s nothing in there that I’m even slightly interested in.
phossil
Twitter: phossil
February 8th, 2010 at 10:22 am
Lol. Finally Mickey Mouse got the nendoroid treatment :)
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Panther
February 8th, 2010 at 11:31 am
“pick her up” <— YOU DO NOT HIT ON MY WAIFU
And Selvaria is the same one as last year's prototype? I believe this is a different version…this one has no gun and is called the Valkyria version. Also my waifu. Stay away.
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Reltair
February 8th, 2010 at 2:41 pm
Lots of great figures this year. As for which Mio I prefer, I would have to say I prefer Alter’s version. I might change my mind once I see more photos of Max Factory’s version though.
Selvaria figure!!
Chappy
February 8th, 2010 at 9:59 pm
Oh gosh. I can sense that wallet is going to die soon. TT_TT
So many instant kills for me.
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Merun
Twitter: meruni
February 8th, 2010 at 10:41 pm
This look wonderful o.o But I already have the damage from C77 T_T Or I would try to get the Azusa and Mio…
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Pudding
February 9th, 2010 at 1:29 am
zomg zomg… the showcase of wonderfest >_____________> and i dont want another BRS… but itz just looks so good ORZ
yeah… the azunyan by alter looks good… might pick that up as my first KON figurine… i still yet to start on a K ON figurine coz none had really catch my eyes…
and for bakemonogatari? hellya… Hitagi chan is in
Q
February 9th, 2010 at 11:39 pm
@ GNdynames:
Don’t worry, you are not alone; I haven’t found one that I really want at the moment either…
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Lylibellule
February 10th, 2010 at 6:41 am
This year, future releases introduced to WF will rip off our own skins! There’s so many beautiful things and frankly i almost have a crush on each photos. LoooL In your selection, while i don’t like figmas, Kos-mos and BRS caught my eyes. But it’s mostly Kyrie Rason de Valkyrie and Mio School Festival Ver. by Alter who’re gonna be in my pre-order list.
GSC could have choose a character other than Mickey to celebrate their hundred nendoroid. Personally i don’t like it at all ^^
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Sideways
February 11th, 2010 at 6:59 am
always good to have another Mikuru (62 is my colletion at the mo)
i really wish Alter would release a Tsumugi
GNdynames
Twitter: gndynames
February 15th, 2010 at 8:08 am
@Q: I do believe Saber Alter figma (and a regular Saber nendoroid) is getting released as well (and yeah, might as well throw Rider in there, seeing as if I’m getting one I’ll get the other). That’s on my maybe list. I do have Snow Miku on order for someone else. I’m also planning on getting the BRS nendo (whenever it’s getting released), and once again not for myself.
After looking at the other sources, the Eva figmas would make good prizes for the anime club next year as promotional items. Also, did anyone notice the Nanoha puchi nendo set?