Wednesday 31 July 2013

Latest Kamen Rider W Gaia Memory Complete Selection Info


The Bandai Premium Store updated their site revealing more details about the Kamen Rider W Gaia Memory Complete Selection. This set contains all the Gaia Memories seen in Kamen Rider W and other related media.


The set contains 99 Gaia Memories, six of which are secret Memories. These Gaia Memories are all seen in the TV series, Kamen Rider W RETURNS, Kamen Rider W FOREVER: AtoZ/The Gaia Memories of Fate, Kamen Rider W Net Movies, Movies Wars films and the Kamen Rider W: The One Who Comes After Z novel.

These Gaia Memories will work on the previously released Complete Selection W Driver. Lastly, the release date and price of this set is still unknown as of this writing.

New Kuroko's Basketball Nintendo 3DS Game Announced


The 36th issue of this year's Shonen Jump announced that a new Kuroko's Basketball game for the Nintendo 3DS!

Called "Kuroko's Basketball -The Path to Victory-", it will feature an original story and the manga characters in SD (super-deformed) style. More details will be added in the game's official website in later days.

Source: Anime News Network

Pokémon X and Pokémon Y Latest Theater Trailer


Here's the latest theater trailer for Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, which features the new features of the game, the new tree-looking Pokémon Aurotto and the special Pokémon X/Y 3DS XL.


Pokémon X and Pokémon Y will be released worldwide for the Nintendo 3DS in both retail and on the Nintendo eShop starting this October 12th. Pre-orders are now available via Play-Asia. You can start pre-ordering by clicking the links found below.

Chrono Trigger Intro HD Fan Remake


Chrono Trigger is one of those classic SNES games that deserve a remake and the closest thing we have is this HD intro remake created by rickonami!


Granted he still used 2D sprites with some CGI models for the background and some parts of the intro but overall, it's a nice attempt to bring new life to a classic SNES game.

via Dorkly

S.H. FiguArts Blue Spader Official Images


Bandai Tamashii Nations posted the official images of S.H. FiguArts Blue Spader. This figure represents Kamen Rider Blade's signature ride.


This figure is 150mm in length and comes with replacement throttles and and a clear stand. The figure costs 4,410 yen and is set for a November release.

Ultraman Ginga 02 – Hikaru and Misuzu

 Those lights man.

Thanks to Taro, Hikaru and Misuzu can't tell their friends that Hikaru is Ultraman Ginga and other stuff related to it, such as the monsters that attacked their town days ago. Later, thanks to some mad biker, Misuzu realized how weak she is and that she is useless when it comes to helping Hikaru.


The episode focused on developing the relationship between Hikaru and Misuzu and they did a good job about it. Aside from the hints that these two want to be more than just friends, we also saw that Misuzu also has her own fears. Her fear is that she will just be a burden to Hikaru who keeps on saving her every time she is in trouble. She realized that she will just be a burden thanks to the evil biker in this episode, who will eventually end up becoming the host of the MOTW thanks to the Dark Spark.

The plot about Misuzu's fears is what makes this episode kinda mediocre. They handled it so bad that I don't care about it. Heck, I rather watch the evil biker chase her all day long than see her monologue about her fears! More on the chase scene, I can't help but notice the dark tinting of this scene, it looks like they shot this scene during day time and then added the tinting during the editing process. I know, this is because of the budget issues but I just can't help notice how badly tinted this scene is. Oh well, at least the classroom chase scene is convincingly shot at night.


The resolution of Misuzu's problem is really underwhelming since I already predicted it that it will happen that way. Oh well, at least that scene added the fuel for fans who ship her with Hikaru. Anyway, the monster battle in this episode is really creative. Aside from how Hikaru used Thunder Darambia in battle, the quirky movements of the MOTW made the fight really interesting. It is also during this time that I can't help but notice that Hikaru becoming an Ultraman felt like he is more of a traditional henshin hero and not an Ultraman.

Before any violent reactions, here's the feeling I have while watching Ultraman. Ultraman and his human host felt like they are two separate entities. In Ginga's case, it feels more like Ginga is Hikaru's transformed form and not a separate entity like most Ultramen are. Granted that kind of concept is similar to Mebius but at least the show still tried to convince us that Mirai and Mebius are two different entities. I guess the fact that Mebius only does grunt noises added us the masking of the two personas. Just like last time, Ginga's entrance is really awesome. What's more is that the lights in the suit look really fantastic at night.


The fight scene is seriously awesome and that the scene wherein Hikaru asks the MOTW while he likes to torment people is quite a weird scene for an Ultraman show. I know I see this scene in other tokusatsu shows but I find it weird watching a psychopath talk to an Ultraman on why he likes to torment people. Oh well, at least this scene lead us to Ginga's new finishing move! The new finishing move, which features Ginga flying outside of the planet after pushing the MOTW outside the Earth's atmosphere, is really great. The space scene looks really well done, add the fact that the new finisher is basically Ginga summoning fireballs and hurl it towards the opponent is really one cool way to wrap up the fight.

At the end, the day is saved and that Hikaru continues to share his fine moments as Ginga with Misuzu. While they are doing it, a strange figure in the form of Ichijouji, the silent transfer student is watching over them. Since he is the mysterious transfer student archetype and that he is really interested at Hikaru, I guess it is safe to assume that he will do something important in the series later on.

2014 Live-Action Rurouni Kenshin Movies Aoshi, Sojiro Actors Revealed


We have previously reported that Aoshi Shinomori and Sojiro Seta will appear in the live-action Rurouni Kenshin movies. The recent issue of Jump Square magazine announced the actors who will play these two characters!

Yusuke Iseya (Honey & Clover, Ashita no Joe) will play the role of Aoshi Shinomori, the head of the Oniwabanshu ninja gang. On the other hand, Ryunosuke Kamiki (Howl's Moving Castle, Tantei Gakuen Q) will play the role of Sojiro Seta, Makoto Shishio's (played by Tatsuya Fujiwara) right-hand man in the movie.

The two upcoming Rurouni Kenshin films based on the Kyoto Arc entitled "Rurouni Kenshin: The Great Kyoto Fire Arc" and "Rurouni Kenshin: The End of a Legend Arc" are both slated to have summer 2014 release.

Source: Anime News Network

S.H. FiguArts Kamen Rider ZX Official Images


Bandai Tamashii Nations posted the official images of S.H. FiguArts Kamen Rider ZX! This figure represents the transformed form of Ryo Murasame in the Birth of the 10th! Kamen Riders All Together!! TV special.


The figure comes with the following accessories: Cross Shuriken, Focus Bomb, Micro Chain and a set of interchangeable hands. This figure costs 3,600 yen and is set to be released this November.

Kamen Rider Wizard & Kyoryuger Movie: Samba de Showtime TV Special


Here's the Kamen Rider Wizard and Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger movies TV special called "Kamen Rider Wizard & Kyoryuger Movie: Samba de Showtime Special". This TV special features the movie press conference and new footage that contains movie spoilers!

Kamen Rider Wizard In Magic Land will feature Haruto and his friends transported in Magic Land wherein they will face the mysterious Kamen Rider Sorcerer (played by Takanori Jinnai). The movie is directed by Shojiro Nakazawa and written by Junko Komura.


Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger: Gaburincho of Music is the first Super Sentai musical and will feature the debut of Zyudenryu 00: Tobaspino and its partner Kyoryuger, Deathryuger aka D (voiced by Mamoru Miyamo). The movie is directed by Koichi Sakamoto and written by Riku Sanjou.

Both movies will premiere this August 3rd in Japan.

Details of Heroes: Kamen Rider Sorcerer


Here's the latest Details of Heroes scans, which features Kamen Rider Sorcerer, the main antagonist in the Kamen Rider Wizard In Magic Land movie.


Minister Orma (played by Takanori Jinnai) was the previous emperor of Magic Land and now serves under Emperor Maya. Despite his incredible loyalty to his nation, he's disgusted by Maya. As Kamen Rider Sorcerer, he plans on recreating the world for wizards only. His signature weapon is the Dis Halberd.

Kamen Rider Wizard In Magic Land premieres this August 3rd.

Kosaku Kawajiri, Funny Valentine Playable in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure PS3 Game


The latest issue of Weekly Shonen Jump confirmed two more playable characters in the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle PS3 game. The new characters are Kosaku Kawajiri (Part IV) and Funny Valentine (Part VII).

For those people who are not familiar with these characters, Kosaku Kawajiri is the body used by serial killer Yoshikage Kira in the second half of Part IV: Diamond is Unbreakable after Jotaro and co. discovered that he is responsible with the killings. His Stand is Killer Queen.

President Funny Valentine is the main antagonist of Part VII: Steel Ball Run. Determined to find the corpse of an unnamed Saint, he funds Stephen Steel's Steel Ball Run race. His Stand is Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap (D4C).

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle will be released this August 29th and comes in regular and limited editions.

Source: Siliconera

Tuesday 30 July 2013

Power Rangers Super Megaforce Final Episode "Legendary Battle" New Details


More details about Power Rangers Super Megaforce's final episode called, "Legendary Battle" has surfaced online courtesy of RangerCrew. The title of the final episode was seen in a script in an exclusive Power Rangers meeting in this year's San Diego Comic Con.

The said episode will feature cameos coming from 11 Legendary Rangers and will feature footage coming from Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger episodes 1, 50 and 51. The episode is written by Seth Walther who previously wrote episodes for Power Rangers Samurai and Power Rangers Megaforce.

Power Rangers Super Megaforce is set to premiere next year.

Power Rangers Super Megaforce Final Episode Title Revealed


The official Jason David Frank page posted a photo of the actor's new stuff. What's interesting about it is a script for Power Rangers Super Megaforce lying around.


The script reads, "Episode #2120 Legendary Battle", which means that the final episode of Super Megaforce will feature the epic battle of all Power Rangers vs. an enemy space armada!

Power Rangers Super Megaforce is set to premiere next year.

Monday 29 July 2013

Robot Girls Z TV Anime Series Announced, Episode 0 Streamed


The official Robot Girls Z TV anime series website opened recently and started streaming the show's "episode 0". The series features classic Dynamic Planning and Toei Animation super robots into cute and beautiful girls.

The stars of this series are Z-chan (Mazinger Z), Gre-chan (Great Mazinger) and Grenda-san (UFO Robo Grendizer). Their mission is to defend Photon Power Town from the mechanical beast girls Doublas-chan (Doublas M2) and Garada-chan (Garada K7). The villains are led by Baron Ashura, the underground emperor bent on world domination — or at least, town domination.


Future episodes of the series will feature Gai-chan (Gaiking), Gacky (Ga-Keen), Bara-tan (Baratack) and Dandan (Danguard Ace). The series is directed by Hiroshi Ikehata (Toei Robot Girls) with Kazuho Hyodo (Nyarko-san) in-charge with the scripts. Lastly, Tetsuya Kawakami (Oreimo, Toei Robot Girls) designed the characters.

Robot Girls Z is a series of 10-minute anime shorts featuring slice-of-life gag humor and violence. The nine episodes of the series will premiere on the Toei Channel this January.

Source: Anime News Network

Goo Poll: 90's Anime Titles that Deserve a Remake


The Japanese media website Goo posted the results of their survey, which is about the 90's anime titles that deserve a remake. Here are the top 20 results:

1- City Hunter
2- Ranma 1/2
3- Yu Yu Hakusho
4- Slam Dunk
5- Rorouni Kenshin
6- Hell Teacher Nube
7- Marmalade Boy
8- Hime-chan no Ribbon
9- Gokinjo Monogatari
10- Nadia: The Secret of the Blue Water


11- Dragon Quest : Dai no Daiboken
12- H2
13- Ping-Pong Club
14- Akazukin Chacha
15- Goldfish Warning!
16- Baby and Me
17- Cardcaptor Sakura
18- Legend of the Galactic Heroes
19- Mahojin Guru Guru
20- GS Mikami (Sweeper Mikami Ghost)

For the complete rankings from 1-50, you can check it at SGCafe.

Ultraman Ginga Special Episode Trailer


Here's the promo of Ultraman Ginga's special episode that will air on September 7th. The special episode will feature the appearances of Dark Zagi, Ultraman Tiga and Jean Nine.

Kyoryuger the Movie: KyoryuRed Gaburu Armed On, More SpinoDaiOh


More images for Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger: Gaburincho of Music has surfaced online, which gives us new shots of SpinoDaiOh and a new KyoryuRed power-up!

But before talking about the new KyoryuRed power-up, seen above is the SpinoDaiOh, which is composed of three Zyudenryu namely, Tobaspino, Ankydon and Bunpachy. Seen in the shot above is his fight with Raiden Kyoryuzin.


Seen beside Tobaspino is KyoryuRed and his new power-up. This new power-up called "Gaburu Armed On" equips KyoryuRed with two Gabutyra Fangs, which he can gain access using the special W Beast Battery. Lastly, below are some more images coming from the movie:


Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger: Gaburincho of Music is the first Super Sentai musical and will feature the debut of Zyudenryu 00: Tobaspino and its partner Kyoryuger, Deathryuger aka D (voiced by Mamoru Miyamo). The movie is directed by Koichi Sakamoto and written by Riku Sanjou.

Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger: Gaburincho of Music premieres this August 3rd.

Voice Actress Chiwa Saito, Now Married


Voice actress Chiwa Saito announced that she had gotten married to a man not working in the entertainment industry.

Chiwa Saito is best known for her role as Homura Akemi in Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Cyborg 003/Françoise Arnoul in 009 Re:Cyborg, and Louise Halevy in Mobile Suit Gundam 00. For more of her voice acting work, you can check it here.

The 32-year-old voice actress revealed in her announcement that she will continue her work as a voice actress after she got married to the unnamed regular company employee. From all of us here, congratulations to your happy marriage!

Source: Anime News Network

UPDATE (7/30/13): Fixed post now with the proper photo of Chiwa Saito. Special thanks to the anon for the correction.

Sunday 28 July 2013

Kamen Rider Wizard 42 – The Novelist's Hope

Also more Koyomi.

Koyomi is taking in more mana unlike before and that Kousuke is more dedicated to look for the mysterious White Wizard. Meanwhile, a popular novelist is the Gate of this arc and if the cameras and how the episode is directed, it seems that he is related to Koyomi in a way.


Continuing what was left in the previous episode, the case about the missing Agent Kizaki is brought up but it's not the main focus of this episode. But that's not the main focus of the episode; the main focus is about the novelist. The novelist is one hard headed Gate whose goal is to look for the girl that gave him hope to continue on writing. What's interesting is that after the Gate's flashback scene, or any scene related to the novelist, most of the time, the next scene has something to do with Koyomi. Because of this, I have this impression that Koyomi will play an important role later in the episode.

More on the Koyomi scenes, it's about Koyomi becoming worried that she is taking in too much mana unlike before. If there is one thing that I am bothered with it is that there is no explanation on why Koyomi is taking in more mana compared from before. I mean, if she is just an average doll, I think her body can only contain a limited amount of mana and if she takes in too much of it, it will destroy her body. But that's not Koyomi's case; she is taking in more mana as time passes by. Because of this, I am starting to think that her need for more mana in later episodes might be related to her connection with the White Wizard.


As for Kousuke's search for the White Wizard, he is basically clueless and asked Mayu if she has any ideas about his whereabouts. The only thing he got is that she is not aware where she was trained by the White Wizard. In short, she just teleported back in our realm after her training ended. Things start to become more interesting thanks to Sora. It becomes interesting because he said that he knows where the White Wizard is hiding. Considering that he is quite informative, I guess it is possible that he knows where he is hiding. Sadly, the revelation on where is this place will be revealed in the next episode.

Aside that the plot is finally moving in a really good pace, the action in this episode is surprisingly brilliant. The form switching and the use of the Wizard Rings are really fantastic. Compared to the previous episodes, it's not a chore a watch and it gets you excited on what combos they will pull off next. Lastly is the ending of the episode, it confirms the fact that Koyomi is somewhat related to the Gate. If the flashback scene is the basis, it can be simply summed up as Koyomi is the girl that gave the Gate hope. But the bigger question is why Koyomi is clueless about it?

Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger 20 – Dangerous Wish

You... I like you.

It's Tanabata and all of us have our own wishes. This is when the MOTW comes in, he fulfills the wish but in exchange he will get someone's life energy until s/he dies! All of the Kyoryugers signed his wish cards except for King as his wish is to meet his father again. Will he finally meet his father again after all these years?


It's another episode focused on King and this time around, it is about his desire to meet his father again, something that was partly brought up in the 2nd part of the KyoryuGrey arc. Unlike the said episode wherein he just met him in an illusion, this time around he meets him for real and by the looks of it, he even advanced the plot for a bit. But before talking about it, let's first talk about the Tanabata stuff.

The wishes of our heroes for Tanabata less King's are more on the self part. One thing I notice about their wishes is that they are something an average kid will ask in Tanabata and not something an adult or a teenager will ask... except for Ian and Nossan's since their wishes is something I expect them to wish. I mean, Utchy wishing for ice cream? I know he likes it but man, I was expecting something more than that! But hey, that's his wish and what's more, we learned that Ramirez is quite a bro in a way that he just left Belgium just to give them ice cream!


Because of their wishes getting fulfilled one by one, the number of active members of the team decreased, giving our heroes a hard time facing an enemy that they can easily defeat if they are together. With only a few rangers to handle him, the task of looking for the MOTW becomes tougher. This is when King starts to shine on his own. After Nossan's wish of having girls flock around him because hey, he is near in his 30's and needs to settle down, he used this opportunity to find the MOTW thanks to Nossan's wish card flying towards him.

With only King facing Canderrilla, Luckyuro and the MOTW, he is overpowered by this group and to make matters worse, he only has till dawn to save everyone! This is when King's dad comes in and did something badass. He just uses some cool spirit punch move then King performs a punch move to destroy the container where the cards are! After this, we have a scene featuring King's dad talking to him. The scene was just okay, it's not really emotional but the look on King's face after seeing his father is really priceless. King is like a kid receiving a really cool Christmas from someone he didn't expect that will give something to him.


More on the meeting, I can't help but notice that his teammates can't see King's dad. What's more is that later in the episode, we see him meet Torin and hand him a bag filled with items that might be relevant in later episodes. Considering that there are hints that King's dad is walking the same path like he is, guess you can theorize that King's dad is either a Kyoryuger or a guy related to these electric dinosaurs some point in his life considering his connection with Torin. Because we only have vague clues about their relationship, guess I should stop overthinking about it for now.

The final fight in this episode is really cool; aside that we see Fang Shot and Lanshield Slasher in again, the MOTW's move set is really creative. Using his own wish making powers in battle is really interesting and the drawback in using it made sense overall. As for the giant fight, aside from Utchy aiding them while Kyoryuzin Kung-Fu is fighting in the ground, there is nothing worth talking about. Seriously, if the two combined to form Raiden Kyoryuzin Kung-Fu or something, then I will become much more interested in the giant fights.


At the end, King got his wish of meeting his father in Tanabata, Torin has a bag filled with future plot development related to King's dad and that King's friends are wondering why he is really happy, causing me to theorize that King's dad is dead and that he is now a spirit that will aid the Kyoryugers later in the series. By aide, I mean, he is a Kyoryuger.