Here are some images of Soul of Chogokin GX-03 Combattler V. This was the first SOC Combattler V released – a later version was released last December 09: GX-50 Combattler V.

While the new version is now out in the local toy stores, there is still a considerable number of GX-03 versions for sale.  What I heard with shop owners is that some collectors who have both versions like the old one better. According to feedback, SOX  GX-03 Combattler V is more compact and sturdy.

GX-03 Combattler V Packaging

The Soul of Chogokin GX-03 version is being sold at 5,000 to 6,000 pesos, while GX-50 is sold at 8,000 to 9,000 pesos – depending on the toy store.

Check out what you will get with your GX-03 Combattler V purchase:

GX-03 Combattler V Twinlancer

GX-03 Combattler V Robot Mode

GX-03 Combattler V Battlecraft

GX-03 Combattler V Battlemarine

GX-03 Combattler V Battletank

GX-03 Combattler V Battlecrasher

GX-03 Combattler V Battlejet

Soul of Chogokin Combattler V, Daimos and Voltes V

After Wizard Gundam, the latest SDX Gundam to be spotted in Philippine stores is the SDX Gundam Mask Commander.

You can get this toy at Wasabi toys Greenhills or order it online via their website. This Chogokin is priced at 3,000 pesos.

Hope to get one soon!! Woot! To add to my collection of SDX Gundams!

SDX Gundam Mask Commander Box Image

The next Soul of Chogokin set for release is the GX-54 Tobikage and Kurojishi. Tobikage and Kurojishi is priced at 8,500 Japanese yen or or 4,500 pesos as listed in hobby link japan and is set for a release this July.

This item already has a low stock status at hobby link Japan – probably due to pre-orders.

GX-54 is set to arrive in Philippine shores by next month or Early September, but thanks to this site (hima-toy.cocolog-nifty.com) we can have an initial look at how Chogokin is in terms of transformation and design.

GX-54 Tobikage and Kurojishi Box Image from hima blog

Hungry for Super Robot wars? Then check out the SRW OG site for the latest on this anime!

Super Robot Wars OG - Official Anime Site

The composite Ver Ka Gurren Lagann is scheduled for a late July release. Thanks to Ngee Khiong’s blog images of the package are now posted at 1999.co.jp. It is priced at 4,800 Japanese yen or roughly around 2,500 pesos. It is roughly the same size of Gundam Fix Figuration figures.

Here is a look at  Gurren Lagann composite ver ka’s packaging! woot!

Composite Ver Ka Gurren Lagann - Package Images

Composite Ver Ka Gurren Lagann - Inner Package

Images are from 1999.co.jp. Check out their site for more images!

Als0 check Hima’s review of Composite ver ka Gurren Lagann from Bandai.

Revoltech Yamaguchi 093 Blade Liger is now in the local toys stores! Check out Best toys and Jebbs Toy store in Greenhills, San Juan for the latest Revoltech Yamaguchi!

But you guys better hurry because based on my last visit, I only saw 1 stock per shop so they just might go flying out the window! And another thing to note is the price because Revoltech Blade Liger is being sold at 3,300 pesos – 2 times more the regular Yamaguchi price.

So if you really like to have your own Blade Liger that doesn’t need to be pieced together kit style – then go for the Yamaguchi version.

Revoltech Yamaguchi 093 Blade Liger - Box Pic

After months of waiting, the next installment in the Gundam Unicorn, Universal century OAV is now just around the corner. For those who want to back track, check out my  review of Gundam UC episode 1 for details. Based on the preview, Gundam Unicorn episode 2 is set for release come November 12, 2010 – so fans would have to wait a wee bit longer, but at least there is a definite date now!

Here is the preview of the upcoming Gundam Unicorn episode – My favorite MG Gundam Sinanju got a lot of screen time on this one! Woot!

After a few weeks of waiting, the initial game-play plus the vast character line up has been partly revealed in this latest promo video of Another Century Episode: R.  Some of the “super” moves are also shown in the video.

Another Century Episode: R - Game Art

Here are the the videos for Another Century Episode: R from youtube user mmmmnb1983

One of the most solid and highly rated Yamato Macross builds belongs to Macross VF-11B Thunderbolt with fast packs. A review on collection DX of VF-11B showed that the three forms of Thunderbolt are perfectly done. I would have to say that among the other Valkyries I own, this one is truly admirable in all its modes.

But before I go on praising my VF-11B with fast packs, I like to mention one thing about it that grinds my gears – the landing gear. Well compared to the DX Chogokin Macross, the tires of the landing gear of the Thunderbolt is made of plastic while Bandai version is made of rubber. Another problem I have with the Yamato VF-11B landing gear is how hard it is to bring it out. When I first fiddled with it, I couldn’t get it out and I had to use a nail file set it in place.

Yamato Macross VF-11B Thunderbolt with fast pack - Fighter mode

Macross VF 11B and VF 25F - Better landing gear for DX Chogokin

Another difficulty in the transformation can be encountered in setting the heat shield in place when transforming to battroid mode. But after a few minutes of tinkering, once set the battroid mode is really a thing of beauty.

Beyond those issues, the Macross Yamato VF-11b Thunderbolt  with Fast Pack is one of the best valkyries out there! I like the jet and battroid modes best, but the gerwalk is also something to rave about, again compared to DX Chogokin VF-25 F where posability is nearly impossible.

Yamato Macross VF-11B in Semi Gerwalk mode

Macross VF 11B and 25F - Battroid mode

Yamato Macross VF 11B - Battroid Mode (Nice looking heat shield)

Even with the fast packs, VF-11b  can still be decently posed, given that you have positioned the legs properly.

Things would have been perfect nevertheless if this baby came with a sturdy stand. But I guess you just cant have everything!

So finally, if you want a new addition to your Macross collection, or if you are contemplating on your first Valkyrie, then I strongly recommend the VF 11B Thunderbolt from Yamato.