Friday, March 11, 2011

Massive 8.9 Magnitude Earthquake and Tsunami Hits Japan

Reportedly the worst natural disaster to hit Japan in 300 years, and the 7th largest earthquake in history.



I am not going to discuss the details of devastation because news media all around the world are doing major coverage in real-time. My condolences to all the Japanese and their families in this unfortunate event.

Due to the catastrophic event, priority is definitely on the recovery and rescue operations. Super Hero Time has been pre-empted this coming week, and I believe production has also been greatly affected.

It is unfortunate that this event has occurred as well as affecting the 35th anniversary of the Super Sentai Series which had epic plans. No one knows for sure what changes will be made to the series but certainly, things that would remind people of the tragedy will be censored and removed all together.

Gokaiger has been spotting huge city destruction, so this portion will definitely be toned down. AbareBlack's "Grand Inferno" which resembles an Earthquake attack as well as Gokaiger's "Final Wave" finisher which resembles an Tsunami attack will most likely be omitted as well.

With regards to the shortage of Gokaiger toys online fuelled by the ever increasing international demand, I believe it will only get harder to obtain them because of this tragic event. I don't know how is Uncle Ng going to get his supply from Bandai Asia which is dependent on Bandai Japan.

May Japan recover fast and resume their normal lives.

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