NOVEMBER 2009 NEWS

That sure didn't take long. The image of the final prototype of the new Regulus 10th Anniversary Next Label Bouya Harumichi and Zetton set has been released. No other big surprises but fans seem to be wondering about how the set is going to be released. Rumors have it that they will almost certainly be released through a lottery... Potential bad news for Organic/Next Label fans outside (and inside) of Japan...

New images of an upcoming exclusive have surfaced in the latest issue of Figure King. Sure enough, it's another Flashback Generation from Dive and it is none other than Murata Juzou. Juzou will be available at Linda Garage and is noteworthy as it is the first time that particular logo has been seen on an FBG. Equally, the logo on the white version seems to be all-new. On a personal note, because I've been jonesing for a Juzou for a while now, I hope that this will bring the price down on the original Juzou FBG.

Dive will be releasing a special set of Flashback Generation figures to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Takahashi Hiroshi's debut. The figures are repainted versions of previously released T.F.O.A. Heads, Kunou Ryuushin, Takeda Kousei, Kawachi Tesshou, and Murata Shougo. The sets will come in black, gold, and silver, and will have a pretty hefty suggested retail price of 21,000¥.

New images are making the rounds of upcoming Flashback Generation figures. This time, they are rereleases of fan favorites Kunou Ryuushin and Takeda Kousei available through Takahashi Hiroshi FUN. These figures will more likely than not split collectors down the middle as they are yet again repaints of two figures that have already had rereleases recently. But it's my opinion that you should reserve judgment and consider these points first.

The Ryuushin figure is noteworthy because Dive has designed the figure so that it will fit perfectly with their P.A.D. line. Ryuushin brandishing the P.A.D. logo on his jacket, just as the FUN variants of P.A.D. Bouya, Bitou, Parko, and Teru. Not only is this the first time that Ryuushin has worn a non-T.F.O.A. jacket, Ryuushin is a perfect companion for his blood brother Teru. They sport the same logo, but more importantly, the FUN variants of either figure is wearing one fingered glove, and one fingerless glove. Eagle-eyed readers will note that this is an homage to when Ryuushin is seen reading Teru's letter, wearing one of his gloves.

Like the Regulus versions before them, the FUN versions of Ryuushin and Kousei are also meant to create cohesion within the FUN T.F.O.A. heads. The FUN Heads have all recently been released with the same design scheme of black faded leather with white highlights. While the scheme is a bit iffy for many collectors, at least with the inclusion of Ryuushin and Kousei you can now have a full set.

It was a no-brainer and bound to happen sooner or later. Linda are releasing our beloved Bouya Harumichi once again, this time in the Crazy Heads line in the version last seen with the release of Crows Zero II. Seen in the same "shooter" pose, Bouya once again dons his iconic Sukajyan. This might just be my foray into the world of CXW bobbleheads.

Continuing their tradition of offering unique versions of the lovable protagonists of Crows X Worst, Linda are releasing two new Crazy Heads with Bouya in traditional New Year's attire and Hana as Santa. Not particularly interested in picking up either, but I have to say that Bouya's expression makes the figure rather endearing.

Dive have released images of the limited edition Flashback Generation figures that will be available at this year's ROLL, ROLL, ROCK!! It's none other than Worst powerhouse Hanaki Guriko wearing his padding jacket. The figure will be available in Hakata, Kurume, Sasebo, and Special Ticket variants. Needless to say, the "Men of Power" line-up continues to underwhelm.

Have been added to the Worst Manga Scans section.

I LOL'd.

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