AFA12 Signature Acquisitions

June 18, 2013

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Yup, ‘signature’ as in ‘autograph’, not ‘outstanding’.

I’m unequivocally late in posting these, but as the adage goes, “It’s better late than never!”. So, here are some of the signatures that I was fortunate enough to acquire at last year’s Anime Festival Asia 2012.

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Actar’s Reviews 196 – Spirit Digivolving Susanoomon

March 24, 2011

The ultimate fusion of KaiserGreymon and MagnaGarurumon, the Legendary Warrior Susanoomon!

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Actar’s Reviews 195 – Spirit Digivolving MagnaGarurumon

March 21, 2011

The second of two Japan only figures from the Spirit Evolving Digimon Frontier line, MagnaGarurumon!

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End of January Acquisitions

January 30, 2011

Anime merchandise acquisition update once again as the beginning of February looms near.

– Spirit Evolving EmperorGreymon
– Yamato’s Valkyrie Display Stand
– Max Factory’s 1/8 Scale Asahina Mikuru MIKURU BEAMMMMMMMMMMMM Ver.

– Macross Plus Movie Edition Artbook
– Bamboo Blade Artbook

Let’s see… Regarding EmperorGreymon/KaiserGreymon currently, due to a sudden bout of serious nostalgia, I’m on a quest to complete my (Japanese) Digimon figure collection. Still have quite a number to go, and I’m financially DRAINED.

I finally bought that Mikuru figure by Max Factory that has been on my To Get list since 2008.

Got that stand to display my YF-19 alongside my YF-21:

Lastly, bought a couple of artbooks as well. For Anime that I love, I try to get the artbooks as well for the character designs/bios and episode guides. In particular, I think that the Macross Plus artbook is simply brilliant. For a huge fan of the OVAs and Movie like me, the artwork of all the mecha, characters and sets is simply phenomenal to look at.

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Actar’s Reviews 188 – Spirit Digivolving EmperorGreymon Figure

January 26, 2011

The first of two Japan only figures from the Spirit Evolving Digimon Frontier line, EmperorGreymon/KaiserGreymon!

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Same Voice, Different Character and Vice Versa

January 7, 2011

Now, as there are very few good voice talents out there, it is natural that some voice actors are reused. There are cases where they are able to change their voice so much that they sound completely different, but still deliver perfect dialogue.

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Actar’s Reviews 171 – Hi-Metal VF-19 Kai Sound Booster and Accessory Set Review

October 17, 2010

BOMBAA!!! To compliment and complete the already outstanding Hi-Metal VF-19 Kai figure, Bandai has released an its Sound Booster and an Accessory Set… as a Tamashii Online Store exclusive.

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More March Loot…

March 4, 2010

The surge of loot continues into March of 2010 as I receive my monthly package from AmiAmi, my new favorite online store. (^.^:)

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The Importance of Fansubbers

February 7, 2009

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Recently, there have been many instances of companies suing, issuing letters of desist to fansubbers and downloaders. These companies do not care about the fans at all. I shall convey my opinions as to why fansubbers are important to the foreign Anime industry.

During the course of this article, you’ll notice that there are some screencaps of funny fansub moments. Be advised, there is bit of crude humor.

I know this article is slightly lengthy, but this is what I strongly feel about fansubbers.

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Review: VF-25S 1/72 Model from Macross Frontier by Bandai

January 19, 2009

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I must thank May’n for making an appearance at AFA08. If it wasn’t for her, I doubt I would have watched Macross Frontier. This is indeed an awesome show that any Macross and non-Macross fan alike must watch. So, like all other series I’ve seen and enjoyed, purchasing of related merchandise is sure to follow. This time, it’s Bandai’s VF-25S 1/72 Model.

This post will be detailed, as I love to be detailed, and will contain a ton of pictures. I go through my method of building, the figure’s transformation, features and accessories and lots of other fun things you need to see.

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