Toy vs. Show Accuracy

This time round, I was alittle disappointed at the design by PLEX and Bandai Japan.

Nope, I am not talking about missing paints or articulation issues here; they are already inherent features of DX Sentai Mecha.

Today's topic: Transformation Accuracy

Normally, the transformations for the toys when compared to the show are dead-on. I can't recall if there is any instances whereby the transformation capability of the toy differs significantly from the show (for previous series). However, the current Gosei Headers are a tricky bunch this time round.


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As you can see from the image, all the various headder configurations of the various tribal formations for GoseiGreat are exposed on the underside of the toys. So everything is not very nice as they are obviously noticeable features that cannot be ignored.

The ones in the show are covered and the faces only revealed by a sliding mechanism when the formation sequence is triggered. The same design might be troublesome or not cost-effective to execute for the toys?

Hahah. Just wanted to point them out.

Tensou Gattai!

Remember that I asked Uncle Ng to reserve the DX Goseiger Mecha for me a month ago?



DX Datas Hyper @ S$75.00
DX Seaick Brother Set @ S$33.00
DX Landick Brother Set @ S$33.00
DX Skick Brother Set @ S$33.00

Total: S$174.00

LoL! The Uncle said that if I returned any later, he would probably be tempted to sell them off. The last few times I went, I was told that not many people were interested in this series and sales were slow moving for him. Then this time round, Uncle Ng says that the series is very popular and at a glance, everything was indeed sold out except for one DX GoseiGreat (Bandai Japan Version).

Sometimes, I can't help but wonder why his words are always so contradicting in nature?

Interestingly, he thought he would make a substantial amount of money from my reserves because the package is so big. He was quite disappointed when he pressed his calculator and exclaimed, "So little only?!" Ahahah!

Anyway, I managed to save some money as the "original" price tags set by Uncle Ng was around SS191.00. Actually, Uncle Ng was inclined to give me more discount (S$4) if I paid by cash. But I was lazy... Am I stupid? Hahah.

Next in line for releases:

-DX Mystic Runner
-DX GoseiGround

What's after RPM?

With the announcement of the new Power Rangers season, this question just pops up.

"What would be the next series of toys after RPM for Singapore?"


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As you all know, Singapore (along with the rest of South East Asia) is 2 years behind the current series airing in America. Hence, there's a possibility that Bandai Asia/Sheng Tai Toys might skip over MMPR Reversioned Series for the new samurai season?

For me, I would like to see the new MMPR toys in Singapore because of the nostalgic feeling and the chance for me to get the new remolded DX Megazord. Otherwise, it would be such a pity...

The American toys for the Shinkenger Adaptation can wait! Hahah, I wouldn't need anything beyond the standard action figures if they are decent at all in the first place.

I want the DX Dino Megazord! LoL~

The Power Is Back!

This great news came at quite a surprise! Especially for long-time fans!

Who would have thought that this was possible?! In short, it's like a MIRACLE!

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To keep things short, Haim Saban (the original creator of the iconic 90's hit series "Power Rangers") bought back the rights from the Walt Disney Company, which took control of the franchise back in 2001. The deal is worth about US$100 million, according to a person familiar with the situation though Saban declined to comment on the price.

The new series of Power Rangers will be set to air in 2011 on Nickelodeon, which is Disney's primary rival in the kids' TV business. Currently, 20 new episodes have been confirmed. The catalog of 700 episodes (MMPR-RPM) will also be aired on the Nickelodean network.

A short flashback: "Power Rangers" was one of the most popular shows on the cable channel Fox Family that was acquired by Walt Disney Company in 2001 for US$3.2 billion. The acquisition included rights to the show, which later transferred to smaller cable channel Jetix, now known as Disney XD, as its popularity faded and now airs on ABC stations at different times.

"I think this property has significant legs going forward if it's in an environment where it is nurtured and supported as opposed to being part of a huge portfolio," Saban said. "I think 'Power Rangers' can flourish and be more impactful than it has been for the past five years."

[I totally agree with Saban's saying because Power Rangers definitely suffered badly during the Disney era.]

Now, let's listen to what Disney has to say: "The Power Rangers don’t fit with the Disney brand or with our long-term programming strategy," a company spokesman said in a statement.

[In that case, "Why hang on to the franchise for so long and let it die?" The better question is, "Why bought it in the first place?"]

For Nickelodeon, the "Power Rangers" deal is part of a push to air more programming that appeals to young boys. The Viacom Inc.-owned network recently made a similar deal to relaunch the popular 1980s cartoon "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles."

"This fits in nicely as we are doing more things specifically for boys, and we are excited to add proven properties to our original slate," said Nickelodeon President Cyma Zarghami.

Zarghami added that although "Power Rangers" was somewhat controversial in the 1990s for its violence, she didn't think the show's campy martial arts would bother many parents today.

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Now, let's look forward to the new series in 2011!

In case you are wondering whether Shinkenger or Goseiger will be adapted, there is no confirmation on this issue, except that a Bandai Representative mentioned that the show will go back to adapting the new Super Sentai Series starting with the Samurai theme.

Just so you know, I totally hate the reversioned Mighty Morphin Power Rangers! Gosh, the effects are so god-damn retarded!

Tensouder & Gosei Buckle Set

It's my last paper today and no special programs. So why not go CSC?

It's either Uncle's business is really bad or Uncle's customers are getting lesser. LoL, I was trying to make the same reason sound different.

"It's been a month since you last came!", said Uncle Ng.

I was quite taken back as this is the first time he said this kind of thing; he's like monitoring who came and who didn't. Anyway, the DX Datas Hyper has arrived. So he quickly tried to persuade me to get it...

Apparently, very few people are interested in this year's Goseiger Mecha, so Uncle Ng will only make a one-time order and sell whatever is available. So it's bad news to me if I do not keep up with the series.

Anyway, I finally caved in and got the Tensouder & Gosei Buckle Set just for the Tensouder (because it's the only way I can get it). Uncle Ng quoted me at S$85.00 and I had to convince myself that this set is worth it for the additional cards. Hahah.

In the end, I requested Uncle Ng to reserve the DX Seaick, Landick, Skyick and Datas Hyper for me first, then I will return after a month to get it.

Show Me The Money...!

Hyper GoseiGreat debuted today; which means more money for Bandai Japan from my pocket.

To fulfill the combination, I would still need the 3 sets of Seaick, Landick, Skick Brother (2200yen x 3) and DX Datas Hyper (5500yen). After some conversion, I still need to fork out an estimated S$209.00!

Can I enter some cheat codes for more money? LoL~