SDCC Exclusive Edition STREET FIGHTER IV Chun Li Resin Statue from Capcom LTD.

On behalf of Capcom LTD. (Booth #5113) We are proudly announcing the release of the first exclusive collector rt piece from the highly anticipated hit video game STREET FIGHTER IV SDCC Exclusive Edition Chun Li Resin Statue.

Conceptualized by the creative minds of Capcom, personally supervised by Mr. Yoshinari Ono (Production director of SF IV), sculpted and manufactured by SOTA Toys (Booth #4245), Chun Li as depicted in STREET FIGHTER IV stands 10 inches tall on a highly polished stand with every bit of details captured from head to toe. Limited to 700 individually numbered units, this work of art reflects over two decades of passion we shared for the game that shaped the culture of more than one generation and is now making the greatest come-back in a brand new installment!

SRP = $100.00

SDCC Exclusive Edition STREET FIGHTER IV Chun Li Mini Statuette

Since the supply of the 10" Chun Li is extremely limited and sure to sell out immediately, there is a limited run of (3000)4" Chun Li statuettes produced with every bit the detail and quality as its 10" counterpart for $10.00. Celebrate in the phenomena of Street Fighter IV by purchasing this exclusive Chun Li figure and play Street Fighter IV in person at the Capcom booth during SDCC!

SRP=$10.00

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Prototype shown, actual product may vary.

FIRST LOOK: SOTA TO BRING SF4 CHUN-LI! [Street Fighter Devotion]

Hit the jump for another pic of this limited edition oyako don figure set.

Ikkitousen LE Goods [MMV via Insert Credit]

Pullip Dolls [Senaka Blog]

Yes, yes it is. Hit the jump to find out why. That is, unless you are offended by anatomically detailed, possibly NSFW plastic sculptures. You've been warned!

Exelica Close Up [Be(—Ichimonji)]

Thrilling press release after the jump:

HALO 3: MASTER CHIEF - FIELD OF BATTLE - ARTFX STATUE

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! From the worldwide smash hit X-box 360 game HALO 3 comes the second release in the high-end ARTFX Statue series. Locked in deadly combat with the Covenant, the indomitable Spartan super-soldier MASTER CHIEF stands in the field of battle.

With a discharged grenade at his feet and the bubble shield dissipating, Master Chief readies his armaments and begins to rise. Master Chief holds two M7 SMGs (Caseless Submachine Guns), or you can switch the bonus arms and have him grip his Assault Rifle. When not using the Rifle, it can be stored on his back. Additional hands are also included for expression, and as a special bonus for fans that collected the first Kotobukiya ARTFX Statue, you can swap weapons and hands with the first release!

This 10 34" tall pvc statue is fully assembled and ready to display out of the box. Highly customizable, and highly detailed...and highly desired by all Halo fans!

srp $99.99

Available in AUGUST

© 2008 Microsoft Corporation. Based on a game rated Mature by the ESRB

They may flash empty-headed smiles, but fan service characters have it hard. Take SNK's Iroha from Samurai Spirits. Don't let her curves fool you, she's actually a crane who's morphed into an obedient maid. With a back-story like that, the character is bound to have pathos. This new Iroha PVC statue captures her worn, exhausted look. Just look at those bags! No, not those — the ones under her eyes. Sure, the figurine is ugly, but that's what makes it so great. This is a woman who's worked. Poignant, really. Brian Ashcraft

Pre-Order Here, 18 Percent Off [AmiAmi via Heisei Democracy]

Hey, it's a foreign dude! In Akihabara!! Looking at nerdy Japanese things!!! News site France 24 has an interesting piece up on how otaku culture has become a big Japanese tourist draw. Above, that's 20 year-old Frenchman Charles Mortreuil who's looking at plastic panties. Mortreuil says he grew up with anime and manga, and he traveled all the way to Japan just to see the place with his own eyes. Understandable, and I think most Kotaku readers can definitely relate, myself included. Hoping to reach out to foreigners, Akiba is somewhat geared to tourists. For example, the newly opened Tokyo Anime Centre offers guidance in various languages for international otaku. The Tokyo Anime Centre was designed by Pokémon creator Masakazu Kubo, and recieved 300,000 visitors last year — a mere 4 percent were foreign, though. As locals can tell you, 4 percent foreigners is pretty darn good. Certainly by Japan standards, at least. Brian Ashcraft

Akiba Attracting International Crowd [France 24 via Fucked Gaijin]

Sony mascots Toro and Kuro get these posable PVC figurines with detachable faces expressing various models. Both just recently went on sale in Japan for ¥1,995 (US $16). Both come with four faces and a stand. Actually, might pick these up. So adorable! Brian Ashcraft

Toro and Kuro Toys [Akiba OS]

Japanese toy enthusiasts, take note. Later this year, toy maker MediCom is releasing 1/2 inch tall Halo 3 Master Chief Kubrick figures in red, green, blue and clear Active Camo. This isn't the first time MediCom has made gaming Kubricks, and mark my words, it won't be the last! The four pack is available for a limited time only and should set you back about US $20. A small price to pay for some small figurines. Brian Ashcraft

Medicom Toys [Bungie via Arrogantics Thanks, zizzy!]

Consider this an introduction. A How-To, if you will. Bandai's goodwill ambassador Masked Bakuc. The vids provide a good walk through for constructing a Gundam plastic model while wearing a Lucha Libre mask and a cape. Basic and advanced techniques are covered. Hit the jump for the exciting sequel as well as footage of Bakuc surfing. In costume, too! Brian Ashcraft

Bandai Instructional Vids [Patrick]

One of my favorite Japan writers Patrick Macias has written up his Wonder Festival 2007 coverage. Light on the game stuff, but heavy on the otaku, Macias dug up the off-beat: Figurine parts, Godzilla, pregnant doll and a neat otaku shirt. He blogs:

"ShodaiGoji" seemed to be the most popular design for kaiju fans to choose from this season, with "KinGoji" following closely behind. What the hell am I talking about? If you know, go and take a look in the mirror. There before you is a big fucking nerd.

Check out his full report for all the nerd pratfalls. Brian Ashcraft

Wonfest Coverage [Patrick Macias]

The model and figure-geared Wonder Festival 2007 (Winter) has drawn to a close. "Won Fes" as its called, features what seems to be an endless flow of busty figurines. We dug through a buncha sites to turn up stuff that's more game-related and less-jubblie. Anyhoo, gallery above and NSFW links below. YOU CHOOSE. Brian Ashcraft

Photos via Akiba Blog, Moeyo!, Famitsu and Famitsu again.

The pale dude is so losing. Why, just look at his face! Brian Ashcraft

Just Got Owned [pya!]

Everyone's favorite cowboy boots and bikini wearin' zombie slayer Aya from D3's Onechanbara is getting a new figurine come this June. Priced at ¥7,140 (US $59), the fig is at 1/6 scale and measures in at 29 cm (11.4 inches). Over at the YAMATO link below, there's even a "PHOTOZoomer" that lets shoppers get up close and personal with the figure. How close? Why, this close. Brian Ashcraft

Zoom Here, Kiddos [YAMATO]

As the Xbox 360 becomes a consoles for those with discerning tastes in Japan, Namco's got THE IDOLM@STER waiting in the wings. The networked arcade game, which let players create and mold popstars, should take advantage of Xbox Live when it hits consumers next January. To get Japan hyped for the title, a collection of Idolm@ster capsule toys on sale for 300 yen a pop. Just looking over the characters' vital status, two of them are 13 and 14 years-old. Never to early to start being idolized by grown, sweaty men. Even if you are virtual! Brian Ashcraft

These Girls Ain't Real Popstars [EG]

Shadow of the Colossi Statues? How neat. If only that first Colossus had his club erected into the sky, ready to smash down upon that punk-ass Wanda bitch. In that case, my purchase would be assured: an excellent toilet paper roll dispenser, even at the lofty price of $119.90. Florian Eckhardt

Shadow of the Colossus - The First Colossus Statue [Play Asia]

Alex over at First 4 Figures sent us word that the next figure in their series of Legend of Zelda themed toys/statues/collectibles/voodoo dolls has been announced: the 'Skull Kid'.

Never heard of him. But he's apparently from Majora's Mask. Here's the description from the press release:

The Skull Kid was a curious little fellow, often finding trouble in the most unexpected of places with his fairy friends Tatl and Tael. One day in the forest, the trio happened to come across the most peculiar of people, a traveling mask salesman. When the merchant was paying him no mind, the Skull Kid took a very precious mask. This was no ordinary mask; this was a special mask, a dark and cursed mask. This was Majora's Mask. Donning the strange artifact, the Skull Kid would harness a power far beyond his imagination. Little did he know, however, that he was to become a puppet, an unsuspecting pawn to the very mask itself. Possessed and corrupted, the once lighthearted and amusingly mischievous imp inadvertently unleashes a powerful and threatening force upon the peaceful inhabitants of Termina. Now time is running nigh, as the will of Majora swiftly mobilizes its servant into drawing an ominous moon from the heavens on a collision course towards the helpless people below...

Hand-painted! Only 2,500 pieces! $99.99! The statue is 9 inches high, including the base, so if you give it to your girlfriend for Christmas, it might well be the only 9 inch thing she'll ever get from you. Florian Eckhardt

Skull Kid Statue Product Page [First 4 Figures]

Hummel meets Hydrocephalus: it's the Final Fantasy III collection!

A much better look at the Final Fantasy 3 character figurines [Go Nintendo]

Fabjectory makes little figurines of your Second Life avatar, using a Z-corp three dimensional printer. They go for about $99 each and it doesn't take much imagination to realize that the primary audience for a service such as this is Second Life's constabulary of furries.

Hmm. Let's see. They are 7 inches tall, which costs 99 dollars. So it would cost about a grand to get a full-sized one. They should offer that service, Finally! Something Wagner James Au can have sex with! Florian Eckhardt

Fabjectory [Official Site]

GayGamer reports that a new round of Finl Fantasy figurines from Kotobukiya, who also made the Dragon Quest VIII vinyl figures.

In this line are Bahamut, Ifrit, Levaiathan, the Magus Sisters, and owner of my all-time favorite FF theme, Kefka Palazzo.

Despite his melodic appeal, I'm passing up Keffy in favor of the Magus Sisters. I cannot resist vespids in any form.

These toys can be found all over the place with a quick google. Eliza Gauger

More photos here [GayGamer]

Collectors of large breasted figurines have always had one gripe: The jubblies feel like hard plastic. Ever in tune with the dorky pervs, the good people at Sega have released Neon Genesis Evangelion Moter Riders Figure prize toys with, get this, squishy chests. I'm not totally up-to-date with the giant boob toys, but you'd think this would have been introduced long, long ago. Brian Ashcraft

More Here [Sega] via Ota Road

Sure, the hair, the face and the jubblies look okay, but it's the little things that can make or break. Hands are usually a dead giveaway. If you want to see if an artist is any good, check the hands. This nice figurine, with the wordy moniker "Mon-Sieur Bome Collection No. 14 Dead or Alive Kasumi White Ver.", features passable mitts, but unfortunately suffers from some seriously fugly stubby feet. Don't think that's important? Just ask Eliza what she adores about Florian—Gauger's answer: Her feet!

Square toes after the jump. Brian Ashcraft

More Here [Moeyo!]

Even this neat Deunan Knute fig, manga reprint and bundled software still don't exactly ease my mind about Sega's upcoming PlayStation 2 adaptation of Appleseed. The limited edition box drops September 28th for 11,550 yen (about US $90). Brian Ashcraft

More Here [Famitsu]
Previously:More Here [Kotaku]

Imagine how this crowd would react if these were real girls.

Figure Expo [Patrick Macias] Thanks Chris!
Smelly Socks Girl