Unboxing My Latest Godzilla Figure
Recently, I received a brand-new Shin Godzilla figure that I had pre-ordered a few months ago. Upon opening it, I was so thrilled and awestruck by its amazingness that I was inspired to write this article.
Since I was a kid I’ve always been fascinated by Godzilla. Today, I am a huge fan and collector of Godzilla figurines. I have several X Plus, S.H. MonsterArts, Marmit, and Bandai figures. I recently purchased the Omega Beast Shin Godzilla (Awakening Version). It’s now the centerpiece for my Godzilla collectibles collection.
The Omega Beast Shin Godzilla
The Omega Beast Shin Godzilla (Awakening Version) Figure is truly a work of art and an incredibly sculptured work. The paint and details are unbeatable. Shin’s wrinkled body shimmers with glittering color. The menacing posture and fierce teeth are scary yet beautiful.
The size is amazing The figure is breathtaking–a must-have for any Godzilla fan. I believe this is the greatest Shin Godzilla figure produced to this point. It’s blowing the X-plus massive series Shin Godzilla out of the water. The sculpture really captures the creature’s anger and pain.
What is Shin Godzilla?
Shin Godzilla is believed to be an evolutionary prehistoric aquatic super-organism. Changed by nuclear waste that was dumped into the sea by humans. In Japanese mythology, he is considered to be God who is God in human form.
Is it Godzilla? Yes, it’s just a different iteration of Godzilla. Similar to previous versions of Godzilla the one in this is extremely radioactive. It explodes and vibrates with radioactivity. The creature’s skin is sagging and folds over the other. It glows with radioactive reds and purples. The mouth was split and distorted by evolution.
The mouth evolved in this method to make up for the atomic breath as a defense mechanism when he was attacked, its entire body pumping in radioactive blood like boiling lava. It even pumped Shin’s hands, which are small and creepy and arms are pumped with radioactive blood. Shin is truly the most frightening of Godzilla’s.
The movie’s title Shin Gojira was first made available on the 25th of July 2016, in Tokyo. According to the film’s producers they selected the title because of the many meanings it could convey. For instance, in the Japanese language, using different Kanji characters which create”shin” symbols “shin” could be a way to convey a meaning that is “true” and “god.”
Godzilla Figures and Fun
Collecting Godzilla figures can be a lot of entertainment, fun and costly. If you’re like me, you’ll want all of the Godzilla figures that you can get you hands on. Unless you have endless amounts of money and space you’ll have to select the most impressive figures.
So how do you determine what you should buy? What are you spending your hard-earned cash on? With the number of brands and figures to pick from, it can be daunting when purchasing Godzilla figures.
The Right Manufacturers to Choose
Here are some high-end firms that manufacture high-quality characters and sculpts:
SHONEN-RIC/X-PLUS
S.H. MonsterArts
Marmit
Megahouse
EZHobi
Bandai
When you purchase Godzilla figures, in general the higher the quality of the sculpt is, the more money you’ll be paying for it.
If the figure is designed and painted correctly the figure will become more desirable. In my experience, almost every Godzilla figures increases in value when the figure is removed from the market, unless it’s an original knockoff. It is not unusual to find figures that double or triple in price.
My Favorite Godzilla Figure Lines
Here are some Godzilla figure lines and manufacturers to consider if you’re looking to start an assortment.
SHONEN-RIC/X-PLUS
My personal most cherished Godzilla figures are by SHONEN-RIC/X-PLUS. These are always in detail and are often movie-suit precise. They are exactly like the costume used in the movie all the way to the seams.
The X-PLUS characters are superbly precise, sculpted, and painted. They usually range in price between $89 for small figures to several thousand for huge figures, contingent upon “when” as well as “where” you decide to purchase them. If you are considering purchasing X-PLUS Godzilla figures, you’ll need to hurry and make your pre-orders. Figures tend to sell out quickly, and once they do become scarce, they can be difficult to come by at a decent price.
Like the gigantic series by X-PLUS The figures will be ordered in the beginning for $400-$1200. You can now get them for thousands of dollars at auction on eBay. Fantastic figures such as the X-PLUS gigantic range Shin Godzilla are selling on eBay for over $2,500!
The Omega Beast Series by EZHobi
The Omega Beast Series by EZHobi are among the most beautiful figures ever produced. They use special paints and transparent materials to create a unique style that can only be found in the Omega Beast Series. These figures are rare large and costly.
If you’re able to obtain one, I would highly suggest buying it. It is possible to spend about $1,300 for one of these figures. The figures can rise in price So, be sure to make your pre-order as soon as you can. In the event that you don’t, it could be difficult and costly.
S.H. MonsterArts
S.H. MonsterArts figures are also among the top figures on the market today and are highly sought-after by collectors. These figures come with multiple points of articulation that allow for a broad range of movement and possibilities.
The details, paint jobs, and sculpt are often excellent when purchasing S.H. MonsterArts figures. Prices for pre-orders usually run in the vicinity of $60 to $150, based on where you buy them. But once they’ve sold out and hit eBay prices, they could go to $400.
Bandai American as well as Bandai Spirits
Bandai figurines are among the best figures money can buy. They’re surprisingly affordable and are ideal for beginning collectors who want to begin collecting. Prices range from about 10 dollars on the low price point all the way to a few hundred dollars on the upper end. However, there’s a lot of fantastic figures within the lower price bracket.
Playmate and MonsterVerse Figures
The MonsterVerse contains films starring Godzilla as well as King Kong produced by Legendary Entertainment and co-produced by WB.
MonsterVerse figurines are made by several companies, including Walmart. Walmart is the only retailer to offer its own collection that includes Godzilla MonsterVerse figures by Playmates. Surprisingly enough, their models are much better than what you would expect and are worth purchasing. Prices at Walmart range from $10 to $30. If they do sell out expect to pay more.
Godzilla and Friends
The Godzilla universe is comprised of many kinds of monsters, from big to small to tall and hairy. Some are close to Godzilla while others are foes However, all of these monsters have big personalities.
Some monsters, like Baragon are small charming, adorable, and innocent, while others, like Biollante are massive and powerful. There are even mechanical monsters, such as Mecha King Ghidorah along with Mechagodzilla. In the world of Godzilla is truly an exciting one.
Feel Godzilla’s Joy of Godzilla!
I hope you enjoyed this post, but most of all, I hope that it encourages you to get these amazing figurines. This way, you will be able to enjoy the excitement of Godzilla too.
X-PLUS, S.H. MonsterArts, and Bandai models can all be purchased on Amazon. They’re usually popular If you’re interested in one, it’s best to pre-order them right away.
