Mospeada Toyrise Legioss Alpha

 

Takara Tomy is definitely giving Mospeada some special treatment. Within the span of a single year, they’ve released three Toyrise Legioss models in a row, and the latest entry is the commander-type variant dubbed Legioss Alpha. Scheduled for release in September 2026, the Toyrise Legioss Alpha will retail for 14,000 yen.

At a glance, the upgraded weapon loadout already makes the Legioss Alpha stand out from the previous Toyrise Legioss releases. Clad in an imposing black color scheme and equipped with an extra pair of shoulder cannons, the Legioss Alpha clearly presents itself as a leader-type variant of the Legioss. Its design also reminds me of the elite Legioss squad that appeared near the end of the original Mospeada TV anime series.

Considering that Takara Tomy seems quite comfortable reusing the Toyrise Mospeada mold across from the past iterations, it wouldn’t be surprising if we see even more entries from the Mospeada series in the future.

Fate/Extra Last Encore EXQ Gawain Saber Review

 
I recently had the chance to go through my backlog of Fate series Prize Figures, which gave me the perfect opportunity to review Gawain, the Saber-class Knight of the Round Table Servant. Fate/Extra Last Encore was a bit of a mixed bag as an anime, but it did give characters like Gawain a physical representation. Alongside Nero, Nursery Rhyme, and Drake, Gawain was one of the lucky few to receive a Prize Figure, produced by Banpresto under their EXQ lineup.

In the Fate series, Gawain stands as one of the foremost Knights of the Round Table, alongside Lancelot. His martial prowess is unrivaled, especially under sunlight thanks to his special blessing. As a knight, Gawain’s loyalty to Artoria is unwavering even to the point of overcompensation due to failures in faithfully serving her in life. In the Fate/Extra series, Gawain proves to be one of the toughest opponents Hakuno faces, and in Last Encore, he once again serves as a formidable penultimate challenge.

Among Banpresto’s lineup of Fate series Prize Figures, Gawain is one of the better specimens. He captures a combat-ready pose with solid craftsmanship that really embodies his character. While the figure’s medium naturally limits fine detail, it pairs beautifully with Sega’s Prize Figure of Lancelot, making for a striking Knights of the Round display.

Megalomaria Unlimited Universe Maria Kagaribi

Kotobukiya’s Megalomaria model kit lineup returns with another strong waifu entry! This hybrid android-human model kit now embraces a more waifu-inspired design with Maria Kagaribi. The katana-wielding, long-haired waifu in a military uniform is a classic, popular combination. Scheduled for a July 2026 release, the Megalomaria Maria Kagaribi kit will retail for 7,800 Yen.

Historically, Megalomaria kits have leaned more toward the robotic side, with their slim, mechanical waist frames. However, Kotobukiya has made Maria Kagaribi more waifulike, giving her a fuller, more humanized silhouette. Part of this effect may come from the clothing design, which helps obscure the usual skeletal, mechanical lines of the Megalomaria frame.

Voltes Yolopark AMK Pro Voltes V Legacy Version

 

Yolopark’s new ventures never cease to amaze me! After their releases of Transformers and Evangelion, they’re now tackling the Nagahama Trilogy classics, this time with Voltes V. For their rendition, Yolopark has chosen the recent Philippine movie version of Voltes as the AMK Pro lineup, standing over 20 cm tall. Scheduled for a Q2 2026 release, the AMK Pro version of Voltes V will retail for $60 USD.

This release is sure to give Bandai’s SOC FA Voltes a serious run for its money. At a more affordable price, Yolopark delivers a diecast, non-transformable action figure that doesn’t compromise on value. The AMK Pro Voltes comes with most of its iconic weapons, including the Tenkuuken/Laser Sword, which is used for the classic V-Slash finisher.

I’m curious if Yolopark will expand this line to include Combattler V or Daimos, following the same modern movie-inspired style. Even so, the AMK Pro Voltes V is something to get excited about — even if the main fanbase is now in their late 40s to early 50s and perhaps less inclined to splurge as they once did.

Megaman X Hiya Toys 1/12 Falcon Armor X

Hiyatoys is moving fast with the Megaman X series. After announcing releases for X and Zero, the third entry in their Megaman X action figure lineup is none other than X in Falcon Armor! Falcon Armor is undoubtedly one of X’s most popular designs, and Hiyatoys has delivered a superb rendition. Scheduled for Q1 2027, the figure will be sold for $66 USD.

What makes Hiyatoys’ Falcon Armor particularly special is that it is based on the Megaman X6 version and comes with the Z-Saber. Many recent figures of X’s Falcon Armor are based on the X5 design, but Hiyatoys took a different approach, showing that they truly understand the IP they are working with and certainly deserve attention for it.

Falcon Armor itself holds a unique place in the Megaman X series because apart from its sleek design, it is the armor that granted X the greatest freedom of movement. With its additional wings, X can fly long distances, avoid hazards, and even deal minor damage to enemies on collision thanks to the flight barrier. It’s a shame that X6 nerfed this ability, portraying the armor as battle-damaged, but visually it remains one of the most iconic armors in X’s arsenal.

I’ve always had a personal attachment to Falcon Armor, ever since owning Bandai’s early 2000s toy rendition. It left a lasting impression on me, and it may even become a subject for a future post in my Vintage Toys series.

MS Saga Revisited

Right after completing my 4th run of SRW Alpha 3, I returned to another PS2 classic: MS Saga! Known in Japan as Gundam Odyssey, it remains one of the most unique Gundam games from the PS2’s golden era. Fortunately, I still have my save file from 14 years ago, letting me pick up exactly where I left off.

Frame Arms 1/100 Gourai 2

It’s been over a decade since Kotobukiya first launched its Frame Arms model kits, and one of the lineup’s oldest entries which also became a trailblazer for the Frame Arms Girl series, is finally getting an upgraded version! Simply dubbed Gourai 2, this model kit highlights just how far Kotobukiya’s Frame Arms line has come. Scheduled for a June 2026 release, Frame Arms Gourai 2 will retail for 8,000 Yen. 

Getter Robo Freeing Dynamic Change Getter Robo G

Freeing is best known for their 1/4 scale bunny waifu PVC figures, so it may come as a surprise that they also produce mecha robot toys and now they’re re-releasing a product from the Getter Robo G series. Dubbed Dynamic Change, this particular product features Getter Robo G with a full transformation gimmick. Scheduled for August 2026, Dynamic Change Getter Robo G will be priced at 11,800 Yen.

Dynamic Change is one of the Getter Robo toys that offers a full-fledged transformation gimmick. The set allows complete transformation of Getter Dragon, Getter Liger, and Getter Poseidon from the Getter team’s combined plane mode. As expected, the intricate engineering required for these transformations limits articulation, but the final product is still impressive and fascinating for collectors.

Personally, I’m particularly interested in this release because Ryoma with his Getter Dragon was the MVP of my recent Alpha 3 playthrough, making this figure especially appealing.

Anko Miniblocks Hospital Playset Brick Model Review

 

 After covering the Anko brick model car series, I’m moving on to my collection of their playset line, starting with the Hospital. This belongs to one of K-Mart’s earlier batches of playset releases, which feature three separate building sets designed to connect side by side to form a larger street layout. The first one I assembled happened to be the Hospital variant.

Like the others in the series, it’s a two-storey building with interior details that are visible from the open backside. For its price point, it’s a solid and well-designed set, even if it doesn’t necessarily stand out on its own.

Where these sets really shine is when collectors manage to gather multiple buildings from the lineup and connect them together. I already have the Police Station ready for a future review, and I’m looking forward to eventually getting my hand on the Fire Station to complete the trio.

SRW Alpha 3 4th Playthrough | Kusuha's route Complete!

I finally wrapped up my fourth playthrough of Super Robot Wars Alpha 3 last week, almost exactly as I predicted when I started this run in late February. It took me around 55 hours over the course of a month to finish, marking my return to the game after a 14-year gap.

To be honest, this kind of commitment isn’t as easy as it used to be. Back in my college years, I could pour endless energy into long RPG sessions without a second thought. That’s no longer the case—but even so, I’m genuinely glad I followed through. This run felt like a proper homage to one of the most legendary titles in the SRW franchise.

More than just a revisit, this playthrough will also serve as a deep refresh of my understanding of Alpha 3’s storyline, something that will be reflected, at least in part, throughout this post.

March 2026 Loot

 

Relatively modest, but still a sumptuous haul this month! While the overall net value might be a bit lower than previous months, this batch is packed with bargains. Most of the loot consists of brick models and model kits, with a few filler items scattered throughout.

The highlight of this month’s haul is no doubt Berserk's Figma Skull Night, easily surpassing the value of much of the rest of the batch by more than tenfold. Following closely are the Hexagear V-Thors variant in second place and Moderoid Arklaud rounding out the top three.

The brick model section is especially diverse this time. I managed to pick up a promising playset from the Bebe series by Top Toy, along with some Wekki Shop playsets. Against my own resolution, I couldn’t resist to obtain some few new additions for Super Mecha Champions Qbricks, seems I’m still attached to the SMC series after all. I also finally added some F5 Brick models to my collection, featuring mini transformable military vehicle mecha. While I had the chance to grab the Four Divine Beast brick models, I’ve decided to reserve those for another time.

Lastly, I scored some Treasure X items at an incredible rate—80% off, which is practically a steal! I’m still hoping to snag the larger Treasure X playset in the near future.

All in all, this month’s haul is solid, and I expect next month’s loot to lean even more toward the heavyweight collectibles. Still, this batch delivers plenty of variety and value to enjoy.

Mugenbine Saw Vol 02 Special Set

Bandai’s revival of the classic ’90s candy toy lineup, Mugenbine, has finally caught my attention with their latest iteration! Once a modestly popular series in its heyday, Mugenbine is back now reaching Volume 2, released in March 2026, priced at 3,800 Yen for a box set of four. 

Uma Musume Nendoroid Super Creek

With the resurgence of Uma Musume following its global release and its featured appearance in Cinderella Grey, Super Creek is finally getting her own Nendoroid! This marks her first major piece of merchandise, with more on the way. Kotobukiya even has already revealed a prototype for her upcoming PVC figure. Scheduled for release in August 2026, Nendoroid Super Creek will be sold at 7,600 yen.

Among Uma Musume trainees, Super Creek is not especially renowned for her race record. However, her strong maternal aura  amplified by the fandom’s well-known “goo goo babies” meme, has made her a beloved character within the community. The Nendoroid version presents a noticeably more wholesome and sanitized interpretation compared to her popular fan portrayal, though that certainly won’t stop creative collectors from recreating the meme with their own display setups.

While I may have stepped away from the Global version of Uma Musume due to its lingering JP-style “Saturnian” rigidity, I remain open to engaging with the franchise in forms that are less time-demanding.

Police 911 The Keisatsukan 2

One of the light gun arcade games I played as a teen left a lasting impression on me because of its unique gameplay experience. Fast forward 20 years, on a random whim, I decided to look it up—and that search ultimately led me to Police 911 – The Keisatsukan(ザ・警察官).

It turns out this light shooter is part of a series made by Konami in the early 2000s, spanning three main entries and even receiving some PS2 ports. The installment that left the deepest impression on me was Keisatsukan 2. In this game, you play as one of four law enforcement characters traveling across various Japanese crime scenes to take down gang leaders.

What made Keisatsukan stand out was its motion cover system, which tracked the player’s body movements to take cover. At the time, this was a remarkably sophisticated feature that I haven’t seen replicated since.

My personal favorite character in Keisatsukan 2 is the Incognito Police, who sports a groovy afro, stylish attire, and a versatile firearms loadout with balanced stats. There’s also a SWAT member with a high-fire-rate SMG, but its slow reload speed makes the Incognito Police my go-to choice for most missions.

While I really doubt I will ever encounter this arcade game anymore, I will definitely give the game a try as my way to pay respect for the experience it gave me as a kid.

Xabungle Soul of Chogokin GX-38R Iron Gear

Xabungle islikely one of Tomino’s more underrepresented mecha series, but Bandai has once again shown it some attention. Compared to classics like Dunbine, Xabungle may feel neglected, yet it has now received the premium Soul of Chogokin (SOC) treatment. This time, the spotlight is on the iconic transformable battleship, Iron Gear, scheduled for release as a P-Bandai item in August 2026 at 34,000 Yen.