1/35 Edelweiss GET!

 When i started playing Valkyria Chronicles on my PS3 i know this game is going to be Special. For such amazing series with high production value, it rather lacks when it comes to merchandise department. The first thing that catches my attention in VC is the Main Battle Tank named Edelweiss which gives you some sense of attachment as you make it stronger and goes through the thick and thin of the battle. I am not really into Military Vehicle but VC is just that good that makes me get the Model Kit which is made by Volks apparently. With my Backlog i doubt it will be anytime soon the Kit to be assembled but i promise it will look as good as it deserves. Now i am off hunting for some Selvaria goodies.

SD Gundam Cross Silhouette First Impression

 Should have posted this shortly after my Gunpla Expo Post but anyway here is the promised brief overview of New Lineup for SD Gundam, Cross Silhouette! I think Bandai tried to Step up the SD lineup by giving it some kind of Inner frame treatment like what HG got with RG. This time i got to sample 3 Model Kits from the initial release of the line up.

Konosuba Figma 407 Megumin

 Well, we have been seeing this coming but it is obvious that the Chuuni Archwizard Megumin will follow soon after Aqua in her figma form. Slated for January release with 7300 Yen Price tag, Megumin comes with more satisfying accesories set compared to Aqua. This time Megumin's pet Demon Cat Chomusuke comes as accessories and the explosion effect part doesnt look bad. On top of that her cape and hat are removable which is quite decent gimmick for Figma caliber. I will definitely get this figma since it is the go to option for my Konosuba set and i think in two months we will be likely seeing Kazuma's Figma open for Pre-order.

Odin Sphere Leifthrasir

 One of the game that i have been wanting to play since it got released on PS2 and Vanillaware no doubt delivers with their gateway title! Taking a Spin on Norse myth with lots of Classic Fable elements weaved in, Odin Sphere is a great Fantasy RPG classic which no doubts established Vanillaware as reputable game developer. I might have started from Muramasa but as expected, Odin Sphere is also a Beautifully drawn 2D Action game with great self-contained storyline. In this game you get to play 5 Different heroes who wield Magical weapons called Psyphers and each of the heroes story build up a plot around impending doom based on ancient Prophecy. Odin Sphere is easily my preferred choice over Muramasa because it is a solid Fantasy RPG game with proper end. My favorite character would be Oswald because his storyline pairing with Gwendolyn is simply Perfect Match. But Gameplay wise, Cornelius is the most fun to use as his combo juggles are more exciting to pull off. The only weakness of Odin Sphere is its repetitive stage which is worse than Muramasa but it can't be helped because it aint easy to make a well drawn 2D game like this. I think i will be getting Parform Gwendolyn soon but i hope Oswald is getting one someday considering Mercedes did make it.

Billy Bat

 One of the more Supernatural work of Naoki Urasawa but still a good one! I have read this one years ago but stopped halfway and then resumed the reading recently as the series has been completed. The story of Billy Bat revolves around a Japanese comic artist named Kevin Yamagata who upon encountered mysterious cartoon like creature called Billy Bat began to foresee future by drawing which often ends up in tragic end. Being a normal civilian however, the protagonist tries his best to prevent the tragedy but things are not as simple as it seems as the Bat creature has its sinister side while granting people future vision.

 What makes this manga stands out is that its take on several High Profile major events in the modern history are quite interesting and believable if absurd. And the main character Billy Bat is a parallel of certain Mascot from Disney and its rise to global power are scaringly accurate. But to me what makes me astounded is this manga's prediction on future which seems to be rather spot on which there will be a great conflict as the earth become more inhabitable but still leaves a glimmer of hope at its conclusion. If you are looking for some intelligent manga with good twists, Billy Bat is a good choice

Gunpla Expo Indonesia 2018

 For the first time my company hosts Gunpla Expo for Indonesia in Jakarta last month. Over the span of three weeks, Gunpla Expo Indonesia 2018 was held in Mall of Indonesia. While i was in the background role for this event, i got enough time to do some coverage and might as well share it for those who are curious how this event look like in Indonesia.

Case Records of Professor Munakata

 I guess as you grow old your preference of taste does change after all! as i come to favor Seinen series over Shonen. Case Records of Professor Munakata is one of the random manga i come across which i immediately take an interest in, considering it deals on History and Mythology as its theme. The manga title itself is named after the main character Professor Munakata, who is a Professor that specialise in Folklore with Iron age myths as his main expertise. The main premise of the manga is all about the Professor using his expertise to resolve local mysteries which are often tied with Myths and Legends with occasional murder case. What interests me in this manga is its interpretation on certain Japanese Myths with its Paralel which are good food for thoughts even though sometimes rather farfetched. Reading this manga often reminded me of Naoki Urasawa manga especially Master Keaton which kinda deals on same subject as well. There was a prequel of this series called Legendary Musings of Professor Munakata which got more action bits as the Professor get to beat some cultists and more Supernatural encounters. Though i still prefer this one since it is more grounded to reality compared to the prequel.

Alter 1/7 Jeanne Alter

 Alter are known for their High Quality Premium PVC Figures and this time they don't disappoint with Jeanne Alter! Shown on the Expo mid of this year, this 1/7 Jeanne Alter in her 1st Ascension Form will be released on May 2019 for 26800 Yen Price tag. It is no doubt expensive but it is a true collector item for hardcore fan of Jeanne Alter. Personally i would have considered this Figure if i hadn't put my wallet on Jalter Dress version which still can't compete with this one because Alter's quality is on whole another level. I think even the regular 1/7 Jeanne doesnt break this price range but i guess being more popular than the original character make these kind of things happen. Anyway if you want to get a single definitive figure of Jalter with no concern of wallet, this is the one to go for.