Payday is a welcome excuse to think about the figures that have been sitting on a wishlist. This character figure installment rounds up releases that may tempt fans to splurge, from a dramatic Sousou no Frieren battle pose to stage-ready idols and a Gundam character brought to life under an artist’s supervision.
Sousou no Frieren: Frieren Leaps Into the Aura Battle
From the TV anime Sousou no Frieren comes a figure inspired by the scene in which protagonist Frieren faces Aura. The Sousou no Frieren Frieren: Aura Battle 1/7 Scale Completed Figure is priced at 25,080 yen (tax included). Its flowing silver hair and wind-swept cape create a floating feeling, while her resolute expression as she looks toward Aura is another highlight. A base shaped like a slice of the moon adds to the fantastical mood. The figure stands about 28 cm tall. Prototype production is credited to Sarami-shin, with paintwork by Ekoshi.
(C) Yamada Kanehito / Abe Tsukasa / Shogakukan / Sousou no Frieren Production Committee
Chou Kaguya Hime!: Kaguya, Iroha, and Yachiyo Take the Stage
From Chou Kaguya Hime!, currently in revival screenings, Kaguya, Sakayori Iroha, and Tsukimi Yachiyo are being made into figures. The three are sculpted in their stage outfits from a collaboration live scene in which they perform the insert song Ex-Otogibanashi. Each is priced at 6,600 yen (tax included) and is a non-scale figure with a top height of about 170 mm. The figure and a dedicated base are included. Kaguya throws both hands up with plenty of energy, Iroha plays a shoulder keyboard, and Yachiyo stands on one leg while touching her hair. Displayed together, the three can recreate the atmosphere of the live scene.
(C) Colorido / Twin Engine Partners
Jujutsu Kaisen: Okkotsu Yuuta Draws His Blade
From the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen comes a figure of special grade sorcerer Okkotsu Yuuta. Inspired by the opening footage for the third season, Shimetsu Kaiyuu Zenpen, it captures him drawing his sword with a melancholy expression. His quiet stance and a base modeled with raging flames and explosions create a tense atmosphere, while his cool expression and detailed costume sculpting are also worth noting. The figure lets fans enjoy Okkotsu as he has grown since Gekijouban Jujutsu Kaisen 0, now a little more adult. It is priced at 20,680 yen (tax included).
(C) Akutami Gege / Shueisha / Jujutsu Kaisen Production Committee
Rakuen Tsuihou: Kokoro no Resonance: Gabriel in a Fitted Material Body
From Rakuen Tsuihou: Kokoro no Resonance, opening November 13, protagonist Gabriel joins MegaHouse’s Lucrea figure series in 1/7 scale. The suit fitted to her Material Body, the form she uses for activity on the ground, is provocative, and the figure carefully sculpts her supple body and hip lines. Her pose with one leg kicked up matches Gabriel’s lively presence. The jacket features aurora-color paintwork, adding a gorgeous finish. The figure is priced at 25,300 yen (tax included).
(C) Toei Animation / Nitroplus / Rakuen Tsuihou Society2
Kidou Senshi Gundam: Matilda Ajan Salutes in a Kotobuki Tsukasa-Supervised Figure
From the TV anime Kidou Senshi Gundam comes Earth Federation Forces Lieutenant Matilda Ajan. Part of the GGG Series, the figure is based on a newly drawn illustration by illustrator and manga creator Kotobuki Tsukasa and was sculpted with thorough supervision by Kotobuki himself. It is priced at 22,000 yen (tax included). Interchangeable head and arm parts allow two poses: saluting with her hat on, and holding her hat at her side while brushing up her hair. Fans can enjoy both her dignified military bearing and a softer, fleeting side. The hands are carefully sculpted as well, drawing attention to the difference between her straight fingertips in the salute and the gentle gesture of touching her hair. The figure stands about 250 mm tall.
(C) Sunrise
Did any of these figures spark your interest? Details on reservations and purchasing are available on each official site, and some pre-order periods are approaching, so fans may want to check early.
By Takahashi Katsunori
