Warhammer 40k Joytoy 1/18 Primarch Jaghatai Khan

Three months after the release of Daemon Primarch Mortarion, JoyToy has unveiled its next 1/18-scale Primarc and it is none other than Jaghatai Khan, the Primarch of the White Scars! Scheduled for an April 2026 release, the JoyToy Primarch Jaghatai Khan will be sold for USD 140 price tag.

Jaghatai Khan is the Primarch of the White Scars, one of the First Founding Space Marine Chapters, known for their Mongolic and East Asian–inspired aesthetic and their mastery of lightning-fast, hit-and-run warfare, often employing bikes and rapid assault vehicles. Among all the Primarchs, Jaghatai stands out as one of the most easy-going and independent, yet he possesses a clear-headed, razor-sharp intuition when it comes to matters that truly matter.

The timing of Jaghatai’s release, coming shortly after Mortarion, feels particularly fitting. The two Primarchs share one of the most memorable rivalries of the Horus Heresy, making their action figures perfect for dramatic re-enactments.

During the climax of the Horus Heresy at the Siege of Terra, Jaghatai Khan faced Mortarion now ascended to a Daemon Primarch in a brutal and legendary duel. Though Jaghatai emerged victorious, he was mortally wounded in the process. After the Heresy ended, Jaghatai vanished into the Webway, his fate and purpose remaining a mystery even to his own sons.

With recent developments in Warhammer 40,000 lore, there is growing speculation that Jaghatai Khan could become the third Primarch to return to the 41st Millennium. Whether or not that day comes soon, his arrival in JoyToy’s Primarch line is a welcome one and a must-have for White Scars fans and Primarch collectors alike.

Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow

I’ve been an avid Igavania fan ever since I discovered Aria of Sorrow in my teenage years. That experience led me to play nearly every Castlevania entry in the series directed by Igarashi. It’s hard to overstate how influential Igavania has been on my gaming life as it formed my core foundation for the metroidvania genre as a whole.

Fast forward to 2026, and I finally had the chance to revisit one of the DS Igavania trilogy titles, Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow, thanks to the Castlevania Dominus Collection. I was glad to complete my run, even though it took me around three months due to real-life circumstances.

Longest Day in Chang’an | 长安十二时辰

As someone who studies history in my free time and spent two years studying in mainland China, Tang Dynasty history has long captured my attention as one of the high points of Chinese civilization. It was for this reason that the Chinese drama The Longest Day in Chang’an (长安十二时辰) eventually caught my interest.

Released in 2019, the series generated significant buzz at the time, though I only recently got around to watching and finishing it. Structured around similar format with “24” TV series, The Longest Day in Chang’an presents a fast-paced thriller set in the Tang capital during the Lantern Festival, one of the most important celebrations of the year.

Warhammer 40k Joytoy Space Wolves Killteam Review

This is a short review of my JoyToy Space Wolves collection from a few years ago. I wouldn’t say I’m a big personal fan of Space Wolves Space Marines, but somehow I still ended up collecting a few of them. This was probably because I was quite active in playing Warhammer Tacticus at the time, which motivated me to pick them up.

Overall, the collection is very solid. It features three named Vlka Fenryka Astartes leading the team, supported by two generic Space Wolves battle-brothers. The core of this kill team consists of Ragnar, Arjac, and Bjorn, making it an all-star lineup as far as Space Wolves action figures go especially in melee monsters department which is Space Wolves specialty.

Although Sigyrr Stoneshield has long since left my collection, I still have a Space Wolves Paladin to fill the gap. Hopefully, I’ll be able to redo some photoshoots of the Space Wolves in the future, ideally alongside their gene-father, Leman Russ.

Arknights Furyu F:NEX 1/7 Ines

Arknights after running for 6 years is still strong in the merchandise department! For Premium scale figure, some are lucky enough to get their rendition quite fast while others take time. After almost 3 years, The premier Agent Vanguard 6* Operator, Ines get her turn! Released by Furyu in 1/7 Scale in her regular getup, Furyu F:Nex Ines will be sold for 1199 RMB Price tag with November 2026 release.

It was rather surprising that it took 3 years for Ines to get her PVC Figure, considering she is solid S-rank operator when it comes to popularity even if not S+ rank. In Arknights she is one of my go-to choice for Vanguard operator slot due to her respectable DPS and her convenient utility in her kit.

Overall Furyu rendition of Ines in her default skin is solid though given her popularity as Waifu character, her other skins which are top tier could have been considered and perhaps we could see some in the future. Looking forward to her Nendoroid which are quite likely as long as Arknights remain popular and I likely expect Operators like Reed or Eblana could follow up if the slot is not taken up by Namie’s operators.

Legend of Galactic Heroes 1/3000 Hyperion Plamo

Out of the blue, Kotobukiya is back with Legend of the Galactic Heroes and this time it’s something for fans of the classic OVA series rather than Die Neue These. Just right after the Die Neue These version of the flagship Hyperion, Kotobukiya is now releasing the OVA version of Hyperion back to back.Scheduled for a June 2026 release, the 1/3000-scale OVA Hyperion model kit will retail for 8,800 yen.

Just like its Die Neue These counterpart, the kit measures over 30 cm in length, making it an impressively sized display piece.One can’t help but wonder why Kotobukiya chose 2026 for the OVA version’s release, as the timing would have been perfect years ago alongside their Yang Wen-li PVC figure. That said, this release is still a major win for LOGH fans who remain loyal to the OVA, which many consider the definitive adaptation of this space opera.

If this release is any indication, it wouldn’t be surprising to see Brünhild follow as an OVA-version model kit. After all, an eternal rivalry feels incomplete without both sides represented.

 

Metal Robot Damashii Ka signature – Ex-S Gundam [Re:Coordinate]

Among the many MSV variants, Sentinel Gundam has always stood out as something special. Tamashii Nations has now revisited one of its older releases with a reissue: the Metal Robot Spirits (MRS) EX-S Gundam Re-Coordinate. This release is essentially a repainted version of the original MRS EX-S Gundam first launched in 2016.Scheduled for release in June 2026, the MRS EX-S Gundam Re-Coordinate carries a price tag of 24,000 yen.

The original MRS EX-S Gundam left a strong impression on me personally, as it was one of the earliest products I worked with when I first entered the hobby industry. Back in 2016, it retailed for 15,000 yen. Nearly a decade later, the 9,000 yen increase in price is difficult to justify, as there appear to be no substantial upgrades or improvements over the original release. This reissue serves as a clear example of how hidden inflation within the Japanese economy has quietly manifested itself in hobby pricing.

While the figure does feature partial diecast construction, it still falls short of fully representing the EX-S Gundam’s defining characteristics. Most notably, it lacks the Mobile Armor transformation, a complex feature that is understandably difficult to implement at this scale and price point.

On the positive side, the MRS EX-S Gundam does include a standard Sentinel Gundam configuration, offering a faithful rendition of the design. However, collectors looking for the BST version will likely need to rely on separate, optional add-on parts, should they be released in the future.

Mecharashi Current Progression report

Among all the gacha games I’ve played, Mecharashi stands out as the most notorious when it comes to progression roadblocks. At nearly every major level milestone, the game forces players to clear absurdly difficult missions just to unlock the next power-up tier, which is hard-locked behind each chapter. Until now, I’ve tolerated the nonsense Mecharashi throws at players every 5–10 levels. However, the latest progression hurdle is by far the worst I’ve encountered. For this notoriety, Mecharashi earned themselves dedicated article in Realm of Darkness that criticize this poorly designed part.

January 2026 Loot

A very sumptuous banquet of hauls to kick off the year. While it’s not quite as extravagant as my end-of-2025 loot, it’s still massive in its own right. As usual, Chinese model kits make up the bulk of the haul, with Eddas Asgard and Hemoxian Baffarion anchoring the lineup. I also picked up Frame Arms Girl Kongou, mainly for her ship-themed power armor gimmick. That said, with my pile of shame continuing to grow, I’ll probably need to cut back on model kit purchases for a while.

Outside of model kits, I finally completed my Blokees Devastator combiner with the remaining parts, along with a newer batch of Blokees releases. I think Bruticus will have less drama in the availability department though I can still obtain one anyway, whether I have to pay for it or obtain complete Blokees Defender set 04-06.

I also finally got the 1/7 scale King Halo figure shortly after quitting Uma Musume Global. Had I quit the game earlier, I might have skipped her entirely, but she’s one of my favorite characters, so she’s likely staying in the collection.

Lastly, appearances can be deceiving: the most expensive item in this haul is actually one of the smallest; the 25th Anniversary D-3 Digimon Digivice (Digimon 02). With how little free time I have these days, I’m not sure I’ll get around to actually playing with it, but as a collectible, it’s still an absolute gem.