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Post by mechamasterj on Mar 5, 2010 23:21:04 GMT -5
 Kamen Rider Kiva is yet another rider in the long line of Kamen riders. Never seen the show but apparently Kiva stands for "King of Vampire" lol so he's based off of a vampire and his motif is based on Halloween actually. if you want to know more about him look here. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kamen_Rider_Kiva_%28character%29#Emperor_FormAgain SIC has out done themselves with detail.             Accessories Kiva doesn't come with a lot of cool weapons or anything since this form really relies on hand to hand combat (would of been nice if they offered his other weapons he uses in different forms, oh well) so we get two different belt buckles and a large Kivat (actually all the belt buckles are Kivat)  He also has a set of 6 Fuestles which grant Kiva different weapons and abilities  He also comes with his "Bloody Rose" the ultimate violin (forgot to take picture of that). Highly detailed for a small toy violin but I had no use for it The Fuestles can be inserted into Kivat's mouth just like in the show. Gimmicks Well Kiva only has one actually, "Hell's Gate." Hells gate is when Kiva's right leg opens up. This is done by removing the chains and diecast armor that lock away the destructive power of this right leg lol.     This enables Kiva to perform his final attack "Darkness Moon Break". Which of course, is a flying kick lol.        BTW Kiva has quite a bit of diecast content. I think he has the most diecast of any sic figure (Tagia may be a contender though with his huge metal claws). Diecast is present in the knee caps, shoulder armor, wrist bands, one belt buckle, and his left leg armor. he is also covered in metal chains called "Catena Chains" as well. Now for some more pics.             Next we have Kiva's final form "Emperor Kiva." This is a Tamashii web shop limited item, therefore rare and expensive, but man is it a beaut!            This form come with many of the same accessories but with the edition of the Zavat Sword and Zanvat-Bat (hilt) which i removed because i liked the sword in its natural form. He also comes with a small dragon too lazy to find the name.         Emperor Kiva is just awesome to look at, but he has little diecast compared to his lesser form. Only diecast I could fine were his feet. Also, his armor restricts more movement then Kiva obviously, but you can still get him into some interesting positions.                      So both figures are very awesome but one is a lot cheaper and easier to get (and you can find it on sale at a few places now) then the other. That and the fact that Dark Emperor Kiva (which is essentially the same figure as emperor but different colors and slightly different head) is going to be released alongside Ixia at normal price, may make you reconsider getting Emperor, which of course I found out after I placed my order for it........... oh well, he's still awesome.  |
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Post by Dead-Man on Mar 6, 2010 1:22:16 GMT -5
lucky you! i want both! Awesome review  |
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Post by mechamasterj on Mar 7, 2010 1:54:38 GMT -5
what you waiting for dead!! come on board and get you one!
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Post by moleman on Mar 7, 2010 3:09:46 GMT -5
I don't really have a thing for Kamen riders or the SIC line in general, but that Emperor Kiva form is seriously making me reconsider.
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Post by Dead-Man on Mar 7, 2010 4:10:59 GMT -5
I don't really have a thing for Kamen riders or the SIC line in general, but that Emperor Kiva form is seriously making me reconsider. i didn't have a thing for Kamen Rider also .. but i couldnt judge it when i didn't give it a shot, so i've watched my first Kamen Rider Series in a long time, which is Kiva, and now i'm hooked on the Series! give it a try.. you might like it ;] Kiva Emperor first Battle |
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Post by mechamasterj on Mar 7, 2010 15:00:58 GMT -5
lol I have only watched a few clips here and there but sic just makes everything they touch look friggin awesome. Im a sucker for cool armor and suits. So far I think Kiva has the coolest KRs of the bunch.
Moleman. .. you can go for SIC IXA and Dark Kiva for a cheaper emperor Kiva variation and you get the kickass Ixia too!!
DOOOOOOOOOO ITTTTTTTTTTTTT
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Post by moleman on Mar 9, 2010 21:41:05 GMT -5
Hey mechamasterj how much did Tokyohunter charge for the SIC Kiva emperor form since I'm thinking about giving him a shot.
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Post by mechamasterj on Mar 9, 2010 22:06:31 GMT -5
80 when it was first release, now it will cost much more since you cant order it through the web shop anymore. He would have to locate it at actual shops. So your looking at at least 100 before shipping. You wont fair much better on YJA (especially with proxy fees added on) either but you never know. if you dont mind him not being black and the different head you can wait for the Dark emperor kiva........ much more cheaper
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Post by moleman on Mar 9, 2010 23:14:28 GMT -5
I would spring for dark emperor Kiva if the head was the same as the normal one, but I'm not diggin the Dark's head sculpt. I'll check my local hut for Japanese toys first (Frank and Sons here in So Cal.) and see if any of the sellers still have this guy. If not I'm off to ask Tokyohunter. How is his service btw? I never used him or a middleman service ever before.
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Post by mechamasterj on Mar 10, 2010 8:45:18 GMT -5
He is awesome I use him for all my limited and japan only needs. He has found several rare figures for at fair prices I highly recomend him.... If you do use him tell him Jose sent ya
lucky you f&s is a great place and you can get some good deals there a shame I don't live in Cali though
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Post by kamadoma on Mar 10, 2010 8:54:05 GMT -5
Yeah TokyoHunter is a very good source if you're willing to add extra expenses (it's personal service after all). I'm actually getting the 4-pack Oni to be released this March. Already got some nice limited items from him too.
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Post by Dead-Man on Mar 18, 2010 0:41:53 GMT -5
i'm Targeting the Kiva Emperor Form as well !
darn for being into SIC too late, many of them around
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Post by moleman on Mar 18, 2010 1:26:11 GMT -5
Well I'm happy to announce I was able to get a hold of a Kiva emperor for a not to crazy, but still crazy price. I'll post pictures when it comes. This will be first SIC. I'm very excited ^^.
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Post by Dead-Man on Mar 18, 2010 1:46:15 GMT -5
you're So Lucky Moleman! u'll love it =) SIC are awesome
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Post by mechaleleng 2.0 on Mar 18, 2010 11:50:20 GMT -5
Im not much of a KR fan but this Toy is so Awesome!! Are they the same scale as Garo , MMJ?
If it is, im seriously buying myself one in the future!!I hope TK still have him but i highly doubt it.
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Post by Dead-Man on Mar 18, 2010 16:09:48 GMT -5
Im not much of a KR fan but this Toy is so Awesome!! Are they the same scale as Garo , MMJ? If it is, im seriously buying myself one in the future!!I hope TK still have him but i highly doubt it. they are about 18CM tall i'm searching for one, these aint getting any cheaper --------------------------------------------------------------------- Video Of Kiva Emperor Using his Zambat Sword |
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Post by mechamasterj on Mar 18, 2010 20:41:44 GMT -5
yes they are the same as garo!! but more articulated then those!
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Post by recca74 on Mar 23, 2010 18:15:58 GMT -5
Great review and pics sir. I was really tempted a couple months ago to pick up the Emperor form Kiva that Image Anime had. Think they only had like one piece! Expensive!!! LOL!
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Post by mechaleleng 2.0 on Mar 24, 2010 1:40:00 GMT -5
^ oh man, i wish i knew about that..i couldve got it myself..  Its now out of stock.. |
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Post by Dead-Man on Mar 24, 2010 16:20:43 GMT -5
Either way, buy it ! you know you want to .. but don't over pay it much unless u're a hardcore Kiva fan
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