Tamashii Blog "Open your eyes for the next..." Introducing the S.H.Figuarts (SHINKOCCHOU SEIHOU) MASKED RIDER FAIZ! Retail preorders begin February 2!
2023-01-26 15:00 update
MASKED RIDER FAIZ will join the S.H.Figuarts SHINKOCCHOU SEIHOU lineup in 2023, the 20th anniversary year of "Kamen Rider 555's" original broadcast!
The latest technology packed into the figure's simple and solid design, including such gimmicks like the Faiz Gear and its Faiz Driver, will be shown here with photos covering everything! Retail preorders start February 2 in stores. Before we begin, let's introduce the new stage that SHINKOCCHOU SEIHOU has reached!
* The images displayed in the article are of prototypes. They may differ from the actual finished product.
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S.H.Figuarts (SHINKOCCHOU SEIHOU) MASKED RIDER FAIZ
"Standing by... Complete."
Inui Takumi, using the Faiz Driver and Faiz Phone, transforms into Masked Rider Faiz! The hero finally comes to the SHINKOCCHOU SEIHOU line of figures!
The design with many circles and curves is perfectly balanced, and the Faiz Gear, including the Faiz Driver transformation belt, has a solid feeling. By further incorporating the technology developed for SHINKOCCHOU SEIHOU until now, the structure naturally connects the body lines and photon streams that run throughout Faiz's body.
This time, a new method has been used for the connection of parts from the shoulder to the chest. By rethinking the figure-like mechanisms that cause rigid and uneven surfaces, it is now possible to create action poses where the shoulder armor does not rotate even when the arms are turned, making him look just like he does in the show.
Now let's focus on some more details.
The Ultimate Finder (Faiz's compound eyes) is faithfully sculpted at this size with an internal circular mold shape that expands outward. Silver edging has also been added. The functional beauty and detailed recreation of the equipment, such as the inking between the Ultimate Finder, the Fullmetal Lung (chest), and the metal intercooler on the back, are also key points of interest.
One of the charms of "Masked Rider Faiz" is the presence of special gear based on familiar electronic devices such as flip phones and digital cameras. The SHINKOCCHOU SEIHOU series comes with larger versions for prop-compliant action poses, and smaller ones for attaching to the Faiz Driver—two different sizes!
The Faiz Phone can be opened and closed, and it comes with a special interchangeable hand for holding it.
The Faiz Driver and Faiz Phone can be attached and detached, allowing you to recreate the same sequence as in the show: vertically mounting the Faiz Driver, tilting it 90 degrees, and then opening the Faiz Phone. In addition, it can also be in the "Faiz Phone without Mission Memory" loaded state when the Mission Memory is attached to other gear.
The Faiz Shot and Phone Blaster also come with dedicated hand parts (left and right) to hold each of them, bringing to life the heroic image of Kamen Rider Faiz, who excels at close quarters combat. As mentioned before, the Faiz Gear has been sculpted in a larger size when used as a weapon, making the gimmick and its appearance more consistent, along with increasing its impact when put into action.
"Ready. Exceed charge."
The stance of Masked Rider Faiz when he launches his signature special move, the Crimson Smash. In fact, the very essence of this item is condensed in this pose.
The less decoratively designed Faiz must push SHINKOCCHOU SEIHOU's " created from a human body skeleton" concept to its limits. His pose from the side (below) makes it easier to understand.
The interior of the torso—from chest to abdomen to waist—combines ball joints and axial movement. The use of soft material for the abdomen shows off the natural rounding of the back and his sense of relaxed power. In addition, the legs can be raised higher than 90 degrees via a structure that allows the side parts of the waist to spring up. Aside from a crouched stance, high kicks and jump poses with the torso bent can also be beautifully executed.
The Power Anklet is also made of soft material, and the ankles can be bent outward to create a "firmly planted in a low stance" pose. Attach the Faiz Pointer to its right leg and you're ready to go.
The main feature of this figure is that it achieves a "human-like" body line and a wide range of movement at an even higher level than other figures in the SHINKOCCHOU SEIHOU series.
Retail preorders begin February 2!
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the original broadcast of "Kamen Rider 555," and a collaboration between SHINKOCCHOU SEIHOU, as well as the apparel brand "HENSHIN by KAMEN RIDER" and "S.H.Figuarts," is planned. They will be available at the TAMASHII NATIONS STORE TOKYO. Stay tuned for further updates!
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*The images displayed are of prototypes under development. They may differ from the actual finished product.