Bishoujo: Tali'Zorah

She is finally here! The second statue addition for my 2016 line up and it's only March! My oh my! What a year it is going to be for collecting! Well, before any of that, I do want to talk about this beauty. Other than the obvious fact that I love Tali and all the things she is from Mass Effect, this statue proves to be a gem! So with that opinion in tow, let's go ahead and jump on the figure and scrutinize what makes her great in my opinion!

Somehow I was under the impression only special version have black boxes. Guess I was wrong, but Tali is special. Well, on to the figure!

We'll do a complete look at the figure but just looking at this angle, I have to say she is gorgeous. We'll start off by talking about her paint job... immaculate! Everything about the different variations of purple really does make you think Tali. The patterns on her 'clothing' is also rather recognizable and the small hints of gold all about are also accurate. The layers and all the different textures that are put into this are just amazing.

 

 

Then of course the black contrasts along with the silver! I can't go enough in details to say just how much I am impressed with Kotobukiya's work on the paint job. Time after time I am just astounded by how well this company can make a popular female character and make them 'their own version'. Though Tali, paint job and all, still symbolizes her Bioware counter part in every way.

Now when we talk about the sculpt, yes this is Tali. Down to the core. The way her veil hangs around her head, the little straps here and there, her signature Quarian hands and feet, then the wonderful 'mysterious' face that is just teased through her helmet:

We did get a 'canon' version of her face in Mass Effect 3, so perhaps it would have been nice to get a variant. But I know not a lot of fans appreciated that and some even want to keep this mysterious look of Tali; so for that sake, this one looks good. It's transparent to see the shape of her face and the 'eyes', but not enough to reveal anything about her enigma that she held from Mass Effect 1 until near the end of Mass Effect 3.

The details on her Quarian Reegar Carbine is amazing as well. Just the rivets, the certain color palette to signify metal... man.

Then look at those different textures put into her suit. The straps. I love those different honeycomb sections then to the... uh.... err.... This is Tali accurate!

And just like Jane Shepard and Juri Han, Tali has alternate stand designs. As you can tell, I chose the Tali art more than the 'Mass Effect 3' lettering for a permanent stand. Though, I do know this suit more from Mass Effect 2; and that game was my favorite out of the three.

And here is Bishoujo Tali next to some of my Mass Effect Playarts Kai figures(Garrus and Tali). Obviously Tali Bishoujo has the details while the Playarts Kai has the articulation and the accessories. I don't have too many Mass Effect collectibles, but I do love what I have. I swear I will have a 'redo' review for some of these figures.

And as I mentioned before, FemShep shares her alternate stand and I still have Ms. Shepard designed with her Renegade symbol and her gun rather than her Ombi-blade. They stand well side by side, I say.

And here she is in my Mass Effect shelf that is slowly growing. I don't think there are anymore in my crosshairs when it comes to Mass Effect merchandise so I should be good. Though those POPs.... hmmm.

I didn't mention the 'negative' things about this Bishoujo--that's because there is hardly any for me. I mean, a variant weapon or head is always nice, but this one is as simple as it is awesome. I think this is a lovely addition to anyone Mass Effect/ Tali fans. Bishoujo did a great job and it isn't so anime enough to take away for anyone who loves Mass Effect but aren't big into the anime versions of some of the work Bishoujo does. I love her and I'm glad to have her in my collection!

Also for those who are interested, there is a variant colored version. I am pretty sure I won't be getting her because the change isn't that drastic to warrant buying it; basically it almost feels like I'd be buying the figure twice.

Bishoujo: Commander Shepard

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She has indeed arrived! Commander Shepard in her Bishoujo adaptation! Been gawking at this bad girl for the longest time now and because of a certain special occasion, I finally have her in my possession! Armed and ready to add some more Mass Effect Badass'ness!!!!

Again the boxes of Bishoujos are always something to marvel at! The transparent cover and the art style is again tempting to leave such statue in their respected box, but again, I'm no longer THAT type of collector in regards to certain ones.

Interchangeable arms allows for certain 'action' postures. The famous and ME3 exclusive omniblade returns and for the variant arm is the M55 Argus Rifle(barely used it in ME3, honestly). As impressive as that 'minor' addition is in this statue, one thing that really got my collector senses on haywire(the good way) is the fact that they added a little bit more attention to 'detail' with these:

Yes, you discerned correctly! One can change the base's 'design' and make it either paragon or renegade! One just merely has to open the bottom part of the base and place whichever insignia one would find adequate for how one played. Honestly, I was mostly paragon, but the renegade fits the color scheme so I know which one I went with.

Details on the face isn't something I would say adheres to the Jane Shepard that we know in the game(the default one, of course). She is adorned by the common 'face' of anime which is 'perfect', immaculate facial texture, and did I mention if looks could kill? I suppose they managed to get the hairstyle, but other than that, it isn't the prominent FemShep.

The omni posture looks intimidating enough. Truth to be told, the details on her armor is immaculate to the game with all the ridges and the panels. While Shepard's armor has always been on the 'skin tight' side(which makes it more appealing for the female version), it always has that 'armor plating' look to it which makes it convincing that she can take a few rounds or so. That or her invisible shields can do the trick before her armor!

Side profile and back side does her justice as well. My only small gripe is that I wish that they spent some coloring on the area where there is lighting(closer to her shoulder blades). Red coloring would do well with it, but again, no real worries on that part.

Not that there would be a substantial difference, but it's nice to add in the variant of this Bishoujo. With the renegade stand and the M55 Argus, let's see how she looks, shall we?

Not much of a difference I know. But again, it does shifts perspective a bit with having a gun instead of an omniblade. With that said...

I should go.... and place her amongst her fellow N7 collection!

The shelf itself is starting to get vibrant more than ever! Loving the addition of both Mordin and Jane Shepard for this month! If I add another N7 related toy, I will have to do some reorganizing. 

Mordin Solus: "Someone Else Might've Gotten It Wrong"

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As I have listed off in my recent post(Minor Addition), I was planning on getting this one in my collection in some way or the other. Well, in good grace here he is, Mordin Solus! Or a bust form of him anyways(Hey Square Enix! How about a playarts Kai of the rest of the crew, huh?! You guys made 15 Sephiroths why not at least ONE of each of the Normandy crew?!). Honestly, if they made a bit more Mordin product, I'd probably get most of them(taking in the notion that they are to my liking) since Mordin is one character that I am enamored by! For a myriad of reasons, so this bust is a GREAT addition!

 

As expected from a bust, there isn't much to go of in regards to 'posing' or 'articulation'. The only real thing one can get out of that is the removable 'head piece' that Mordin wears and from my memory, he NEVER took off in the game. I think his other alternate outfits had this apparatus in it.

 

The details are pretty close to immaculate. He retains the scars in his bust form that he 'proudly' carries in the game. A true show that this Salarian isn't just some pijack scientist! He is from an elite force of this particular alien race. Though I do wish he has his arms doing some famous 'pondering' posture. Of course that would mean that this wouldn't be the 'frugal' price it would've been if more material was added. Still happy with it though.

But this little saying makes it Mordin authentic(it was already, but I'm just saying)! His famous and rather cathartic quote makes this piece just Right; any other less words in the bust would get it wrong.

Added to my Mass Effect shelf, it sure adds more 'color' to it. I'm thoroughly elated and not to mention it adds a less than awkward stance to my oddball (and rather dwarf like) Normandy! Anyways, that's that for now! Check that off the list and let's see where else we are going with this month in regards to addition to my Red Game Room!

Injustice

Now on Injustice and I think I may have found my groove in this game! While admittedly my endeavor for this game hasn't pervaded to EVERY single character, I have tried a few here and there and have found some pros and cons. Using some of these DC legends are aspersions of them since I am inept with their pattern and techniques which is sad. But SOMEONE is there for me.

In the act of coincidence the one I seem to concur with is voiced by Jennifer Hale(Femshep of Mass Effect). This said character is Hawkgirl! Now I am not entirely keen on this femme fatale's past and her endeavors all I know is that she seems to hold a mace that has magic imbued in it and the fact that she has prowess in using it. The wings are a mystery to me and I am not sure if they are attached or something else and again the origin is unknown.

The contemptuous way she wields that damn mace is rather amusing enough especially when inflicting pain on adversaries. Again, still rather new in the act of using her and the mechanics of this game isn't as cohesive for me unlike Street Fighter and such. Still, there is that 'charm' as I had mention before that will make me want to REALLY get the rhythm. Perhaps it will be my first fighting game I put some words on.

Speaking of which, Dragon's Dogma's review is next.

The Mass Effect Shelf

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I know what you are thinking: "Is there anything new?" The answer is: "No". Just felt like venting about this shelf. Despite how sparse it is in contrast to my other shelves, I still feel that this is on my top five of my favorite shelves! 

Shepard, Tali'Zorah

FemShep, Garrus

There isn't a playarts Kai that adheres to the Mass Effect mythos out that I am willing to buy. There is an Ashley williams, but that can stay on the back log(when she sells for a thrift price). Believe me, I am more than enthused with the idea of adding something in this shelf since it is a bit on empty when comparing it to my other shelves. But frivolous spending is not entirely on the budget as of right now.

Playarts Kai: Commander Shepard(Female)

"Joining The Fray"

Female Shepard has joined the ranks of the Mass Effect Playarts Kai and suffice to say, she is also as enticing as the others; perhaps even more than her male counter part. Now to say that is something since I am still highly enthused that among the foray of my rather exuberant collection, I can say that I own my favorite video game character in a figure that is highly prestige in almost every way! But honestly, as much as I do love the Male Shepard(Playarts Kai: Commander Shepard/Male), there are a few things a bit distorted on that said figure that deters my full love and attention for it. First and foremost, the most prominent flaw is that his face isn't entirely as accurate. It's a bit too dark and not entirely concurring with the default Shepard(as these playarts are of course trying to replicate). Second flaw in the male Shepard is that he isn't entirely as compliant with his articulation as Tali, Garrus, and Female Shepard. Now he is still malleable to say the least, however he is a bit more on the difficult side. 'Jane Shepard' over here was very easy and fun to pose as well as Tali and Garrus.

In regards to her facial attributes, she is a bit more on the accurate side to her video game counterpart. Strong expression, proper tint for skin, and 'pretty'ish' despite her being on the more strong female character. Ever since the more prominent exposure of the female Shepard with Mass Effect 3's release, there has been a more distinct 'face' to the female aesthetic of the N7 Reaper Killer. Speaking of killing...

The 'N7' submachine gun; I am not bothering to find the exact name.

Ms. Shepard comes equipped with the N7 trademark submachine gun and Sniper gun along with the also ME3 exclusive omniblade like her male counterpart.

Real Long range combat with the sniper and up close and personal with the omniblade. 

So with the articulation in play and her options in weaponry, obviously posing is indeed in abundance. Again, playarts kai is good in that notion!

And this is her right next to my chosen lover for the femShep of my Mass Effect 3 game. I do love the rapport between the two and making them closer in my opinion does justice. However, just how awkward is it to have a human and a Turian indulge in sensual acts? No offense, Garrus.

And the 'mirror' pose!

Well, that concludes my playarts for Mass Effect. I have gained the four I really want since I don't have an interest in Ashley. Though if they ever come out with the others I am highly enamored about like Thane, Mordin, Legion, Wrex, Kasumi .... then I have o make room in my Mass Effect shelf.