Soul of Chogokin | |
Type: | Robot figure |
Country: | Japan |
Company: | Bandai Spirits |
From: | 1997 |
To: | present |
Materials: | Plastic, die-cast metal |
Website: | http://tamashii.jp/item/itemlist.php?pref=60 |
is a popular line of adult collector's toys produced by the Japanese company Bandai Spirits.
The line, which began in 1997, focuses almost exclusively on mecha (robots) taken from various 1970s and 1980s anime series, although the line has diverged from this on a number of occasions, most notably the release of several mecha from the mid-1990s anime Neon Genesis Evangelion. More recently, the line has expanded further to include 1970s mecha from Super Sentai and other tokusatsu series, such as the Battle Fever Robo from Battle Fever J, Leopardon from the Japanese TV adaptation of Spider-Man and Gipsy Danger from Pacific Rim.
Bandai also initiated the "F.A. (Full Action)" sub-line beginning with Voltes V; the F.A. sub-line sacrifices transformation and combination gimmicks in favor of anime-accurate proportions and dynamic articulation.[1]
Number | Figure | From the Series | Release Date | Notes | |
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GX-01 | Mazinger Z | 1997.12 | First release in the series. | ||
GX-02 | Great Mazinger | 1998.11 | |||
GX-03 | Combattler V | 1999.06 | First combining robot in the series. | ||
GX-04 | Grendizer | 2000.02 | |||
GX-05 | Daikū Maryū Gaiking | 2001.04 | |||
GX-06 | Getter Robo: Getter 1, Getter 2, Getter 3 | 2001.11 | Set of three Getter Robos and three Getter Machines. Parts can be combined to replicate mid-transformation sequences. | ||
GX-07 | Mazinger Z (OVA) | 2001.12 | |||
GX-08 | Aphrodai A | 2002.01 | |||
GX-09 | Minerva X | 2002.02 | |||
GX-10 | Boss Borot | 2002.03 | |||
GX-11 | Dianan A | 2002.06 | |||
GX-12 | Venus A | 2002.06 | |||
GX-13 | Dancouga | 2003.02 | |||
GX-14 | Eva 01 Test Type | 2003.06 | |||
GX-15 | Eva 02 Production Model | 2003.08 | |||
GX-16 | Eva 00 "Kai" | 2003.08 | |||
GX-17 | Eva 00 "Yellow" | 2003.09 | |||
GX-18 | Getter Dragon | 2003.11 | |||
GX-19 | Getter Liger | 2003.12 | |||
GX-20 | Getter Poseidon | 2003.12 | |||
GX-21 | Eva 03 Production Model | 2004.03 | |||
GX-22 | Eva 04 Production Model | 2004.03 | |||
GX-23 | Zambot 3 | 2004.05 | |||
GX-24 | Tetsujin 28-go | 2004.09 | |||
GX-25 | Garada K7 | 2004.11 | First villain robot in the series. | ||
GX-26 | Doublas M2 | 2004.12 | |||
GX-27 | Gaiking | 2005.05 | Larger version of the Gaiking unit from GX-05 with combination gimmick. | ||
GX-28 | Xabungle | 2005.09 | |||
GX-29 | Black Ox | 2005.11 | |||
GX-30 | Battle Fever Robo | 2006.03 | First tokusatsu robot in the series. | ||
GX-31 | Voltes V | 2006.05 | |||
GX-32 | Gold Lightan | 2006.07 | |||
GX-33 | Leopardon | 2006.08 | |||
GX-34 | Gunbuster | 2006.11 | |||
GX-35 | Walker Gallia | 2007.01 | |||
GX-36 | Ideon | 2007.03 | |||
GX-37 | King Joe | 2007.05 | |||
GX-38 | Iron Gear | 2007.09 | |||
GX-39 | Baikanfu | 2007.11 | |||
GX-40 | God Mars | 2008.03 | |||
GX-41 | Reideen | 2008.04 | |||
GX-42 | Kotetsu Jeeg | 2008.07 | |||
GX-43 | Daimos | 2008.09 | |||
GX-44 | Tetsujin 28 (1980 ver.) | 2008.11 | |||
GX-45 | Mazinger Z (Edition Z) | 2009.06 | |||
GX-46 | Dygenguar & Außenseiter | 2009.06 | |||
GX-47 | Energer Z Restyling | 2009.08 | |||
GX-48 | Big O | 2009.09 | |||
GX-49 | Mazinger Z (Big Bang Punch Ver.) | 2009.09 | |||
GX-50 | Combattler V (10th Year Anniversary) | 2009.12 | 50th SOC release. Redesign of GX-03 with improved transformation, articulation, and proportions. | ||
GX-51 | Getter Dragon (OVA) | 2009.11 | |||
GX-52 | Getter 1 (OVA) | 2010.01 | |||
GX-53 | Daitarn 3 | 2010.04 | |||
GX-54 | Tobikage (Combine VER.) & Kurojishi | 2010.07 | |||
GX-55 | Tobikage (Normal VER.) & Houraioh | 2010.09 | |||
GX-56 | Zerokage & Bakuryu | 2010.11 | |||
GX-57 | Yamato | 2010.11 | First spaceship in the series. Released to coincide with the premiere of the live-action film. | ||
GX-58 | Andromeda | 2011.02 | |||
GX-59 | Daltanious | 2011.04 | |||
GX-60 | God Sigma | 2011.07 | |||
GX-61 | Daioja | Saikyo Robo Daioja | 2012.04 | ||
GX-62 | Danguard Ace | 2013.07 | |||
GX-63 | General Franky | 2013.10 | |||
GX-64 | Yamato (2199 Ver.) | 2014.01 | |||
GX-65 | Daitarn 3 (Renewal Color) | 2014.04 | |||
GX-66 | Trider G7 | 2014.06 | |||
GX-67 | Arcadia | 2014.10 | |||
GX-68 | GaoGaiGar | 2014.12 | |||
GX-69 | Goldymarg | 2015.08 | |||
GX-70 | Mazinger Z DC | 2016.08 | First release from the "Dynamic Classics" sub-line. Redesign of GX-01 with improved detail, articulation, and proportions. Released to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the SOC line. | ||
GX-71 | GoLion / Voltron | 2016.12 | First SOC release to be marketed in North America. | ||
GX-72 | Daizyujin / Megazord | 2017.04 | |||
GX-73 | Great Mazinger DC | 2017.06 | Redesign of GX-02 with improved detail, articulation, and proportions. | ||
GX-74 | Getter 1 DC | 2017.06 | Redesign of Getter 1 from GX-06 with improved detail, articulation, and proportions. | ||
GX-75 | Mazinkaiser | 2017.08 | |||
GX-76 | Grendizer DC | 2018.03 | Redesign of GX-04 with improved detail, articulation, and proportions. | ||
GX-77 | Gipsy Danger | 2018.02 | First release from a western film franchise.[2] | ||
GX-78 | Dragon Caesar / Dragonzord | 2018.07 | |||
GX-79 | Voltes V Full Action | 2018.08 | First release from the "Full Action" sub-line. | ||
GX-80 | N-Nautilus | 2018.09 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | ||
GX-81 | Zambo Ace | 2018.10 | |||
GX-82 | Daitarn 3 Full Action | 2018.12 | |||
GX-83 | Daimos Full Action | 2019.01 | |||
GX-84 | Zambot 3 Full Action | 2019.08 | |||
GX-85 | King Brachion / Titanus | 2019.02 | |||
GX-86 | Yamato (2202 Ver.) | 2019.03 | |||
GX-87 | Getter Emperor | 2019.07 | |||
GX-88 | Dairugger / Vehicle Voltron | 2019.10 | |||
GX-89 | Gamillas Warship | / | 2019.11 | ||
GX-90 | Combattler V Full Action | 2020.03 | |||
GX-91 | Getter 2 and Getter 3 DC | 2020.01 | Redesign of Getter 2 and Getter 3 from GX-06 with improved detail, articulation, and proportions. | ||
GX-92 | Ideon Full Action | 2020.05 | |||
GX-93 | Arcadia (TV ver.) | 2020.11 | |||
GX-94 | Black Wing | 2021.01 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | ||
GX-95 | Gordian | 2021.03 | |||
GX-96 | Getter Robo Go | 2021.09 | |||
GX-97 | Daileon | 2021.10 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | ||
GX-98 | Getter D2 | 2021.12 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | ||
GX-99 | Getter Arc | 2021.11 | |||
GX-100 | Gaiking + Daikū Maryū | 2021.12 | 100th SOC release. Redesign of GX-05 and GX-27 with improved detail, transformation, articulation, and proportions. At 750 mm in length, it is the largest and most expensive SOC figure.[3] | ||
GX-101 | Daitetsujin 17 | 2022.03 | |||
GX-102 | Mazinkaiser SKL | 2022.10 | |||
GX-103 | MFS-3 Multi-Purpose Fighting System Kiryu Type-3 | 2023.05 | |||
GX-104 | GaoFighGar | 2023.07 | |||
GX-105 | Mazinger Z -Kakumei Shinka- | 2022.12 | Redesign of GX-70 with improved detail, articulation, and proportions. Released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the anime series. | ||
GX-106 | Mechanical Dragon Dol & Giran Disc | 2023.09 | |||
GX-107 | Gurren Lagann & Giga Drill Set | 2024.04 | |||
GX-108 | Rhine X1 | 2024.05 | Bundled with GX-11R. | ||
GX-109 | ChoRyuJin | 2024.09 | Both figures (HyoRyu and EnRyu) are fully transformable and combinable. Includes option to replicate the unit's animation accuracy look while giving it better possibility. Originally intended for a July release, it was pushed back to September 2024 for unknown reasons. | ||
GX-110 | Ankoku Daishogun | 2024.08 | First non-mecha character in the series. Released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Mazinger Z vs. The Great General of Darkness. | ||
GX-111 | Great Mazinger -Kakumei Shinka- | 2024.11 | Redesign of GX-73 with improved detail, articulation, and proportions. Released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Great Mazinger. | ||
GX-112 | Repli-GaiGar & Option Set | 2024.10 | Tamashii Web exclusive color variant of Gaigar from both GX-68 with GX-68X. Includes clear mini-figures, a Stealth Gao II to be used with it or GX-68 and optional parts. Requires Drill Gao and Liner Gao from GX-68X to form Repli-Star GaoGaiGar. Originally intended for an August release, it was pushed back to October 2024 for unknown reasons. | ||
GX-113 | Gundam Tryon 3 | 2024.11 | First Soul of Chogokin figure in the Gundam franchise. Released to coincide with the 10th anniversary of Gundam Build Fighters Try. | ||
GX-114 | Janus | 2025.02 | Bundled with GX-12R. | ||
GX-115 | ??? | ??? | ??? | ||
GX-116 | Dimensional Pliers | 2025.04 | Tamashii Web Shop exclusive add-on unit for both GX-68 and GX-68X. |
Special items released to complement or complete specific Soul of Chogokin Figures.
Number | Figure | Release Date | Notes | |
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GX-01X | Mazinger Hangar Base | 2000.04 | ||
GX-04X | Grendizer Drill & Marine Spazer Homogenizer Set | 2002.10 | ||
GX-48X | Big O Expansion Set | 2011.10.12 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-68X | Star GaoGaiGar Option Set | 2015.10.29 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-68X | Star GaoGaiGar Option Set (The Ultimate King of Braves Version) | 2021.02 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-70VS | Mazinger Z DC vs. Devilman Options Set | 2017.06 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-76X | Grendizer DC Spazer Set | 2018.08.11 | ||
GX-76X2 | Grendizer Drill & Marine Spazer | 2018.10 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-76X3 | Grendizer Taiō Spazer Full Set | 2024.10 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-96X | G-Armsraiser | 2022.02 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-100X | Gaiking & Daikū Maryū Power Up Option Set | 2022.07 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-XX01 | D.C. Series Compatible Secret Super Weapons Set 01 | 2020.04.18 | Jumbo Machinder-inspired accessories for GX-70/73/74/76/91. |
Bandai released many variants of the original releases. Most are just repaints, while some of them have a totally different sculpt or add more features to the original SOC releases.
Number | Figure | Edition | Release Date | Notes | |
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GX-01B | Mazinger Z | Black Version | 1998.09 | ||
GX-01R | Mazinger Z | Restyling | 2002.11 | Redesign with new upper body parts. Released to commemorate the fifth anniversary of SOC. | |
GX-02B | Great Mazinger | Black Version | 1999.07 | ||
GX-02R | Great Mazinger | Restyling | 2002.11 | Redesign with new upper body parts. | |
GX-03B | Combattler V | Black Version | 2000.07 | ||
GX-04B | UFO Robo Grendizer | Black Version | 2001.06 | ||
GX-04S | UFO Robo Grendizer | Universe King Set | 2002.12 | Box set featuring GX-04 and GX-04X. | |
GX-05B | Daikū Maryū Gaiking | Black Version | 2002.03 | ||
GX-05R | Daikū Maryū Gaiking | Repaint Version | 2004.03 | ||
GX-06M | Getter Robo | Training Version | 2001.11 | ||
GX-08MA | Aphrodai A | 2004.09 | Chrome colored repaint. | ||
GX-09MA | Minerva X | 2004.12 | Chrome colored repaint. | ||
GX-08R & GX-09R | Aphrodai A & Minerva X | Renewal Version | 2023.10 | ||
GX-10B | Boss Borot | Black Version | 2002.12 | ||
GX-10R | Boss Borot | Renewal Version | 2023.10 | ||
GX-11MA | Dianan A | 2004.10 | Chrome colored repaint. | ||
GX-11R | Dianan A | Renewal Version | 2024.5 | Bundled with GX-108. | |
GX-12MA | Venus A | 2004.11 | Chrome colored repaint. | ||
GX-13R | Dancouga | Renewal Version | 2017.10 | ||
GX-23A | Zambot 3 | Zamboace | 2004.XX | ||
GX-24M | Tetsujin 28 | Blue Metallic Version | 2008.10 | ||
GX-24R | Tetsujin 28 | Renewal Version | 2018.11 | ||
GX-25R & GX-26R | Kikaiju Twin Set | 50th Anniversary ver. | 2023.01 | Includes Mechanical Beasts GX-25R Garada K7 & GX-26R Doublas M2. | |
GX-28R | Blue Gale Xabungle | Real Color Version | 2005.12 | ||
GX-29R | Black Ox | Renewal Version | 2020.08 | ||
GX-31SP | Voltes V | Chogokin 50th Ver. | 2024.08 | Metallic repaint of GX-31V. Released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the original Chogokin toy line. | |
GX-31V | Voltes V | Respect for Volt In Box | 2008.12 | Repaint with stickers and new weapons to replicate the original 1977 Chogokin toy. Foreams and elbows have been redesigned to transform figure into Voltes Tank mode. | |
GX-31V | Voltes V | Chogokin 40th Anniversary Version | 2015.01 | Metallic repaint of GX-31V. Released to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the original Chogokin toy line. | |
GX-32SB | Gold Lightan | Silver and Black Versions | 2007.08 | ||
GX-32G24 | Gold Lightan | 24K Gold Plated Finish Version | 2018.05 | ||
GX-33R | Leopardon & Marveler | Summon Set | 2020.09 | Includes replica of the Spider Bracelet. | |
GX-34R | Gunbuster | Buster Gokin Color Version | 2015.09 | ||
GX-37B | King Joe | Black Version | 2008.02 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-37R | King Joe | 55th Anniversary Version | 2023.04 | ||
GX-37B | King Joe | Black Revival Version | 2024.04 | ||
GX-39R | Baikanfu | Renewal Version | 2017.30 | ||
GX-40R | Godmars | Renewal Version | 2019.06 | ||
GX-41B | Reideen | Black Version | 2009.03 | ||
GX-41S | Reideen | Fade-in Set | 2008.04 | Includes Shinmeniwa statue display. | |
GX-44S | Tetsujin 28 & Black OX | Tetsujin 28 with Black OX Pack | 2008.11 | ||
GX-46R | Dygenguar & Außenseiter | Renewal Version | 2023.06 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-48K | The Big O | Kurogane Finish (Full Package) | 2018.01 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-49G | Mazinger Z | Gold Version | 2010.02 | ||
GX-50SP | Combattler V | Chogokin 50th Ver. | 2024.10 | Metallic repaint of GX-50. Released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the original Chogokin toy line. | |
GX-59R | Future Robot Daltanious | Renewal Version | 2020.07 | ||
GX-60R | God Emperor God Sigma | Renewal Version | 2018.09 | ||
GX-69R | Goldymarg | Ultimate Hero King Ver. | 2021.06 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-70CN | Mazinger Z DC | Chrome Noir | 2018.04 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-70SP | Mazinger Z DC | Anime Color Version | 2018.09 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-70SPD | Mazinger Z | Damaged Anime Color Version | 2019.12 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-71SP | GoLion/Voltron | 50th Anniversary Edition | 2024.06 | Metallic repaint of GX-71. Released to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the original Chogokin toy line. | |
GX-72B | Daizyujin/Megazord | Black Version | 2018.09 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-72R / GX-78R | Daizyujin and Dragon Ceasar Twin Set | Renewal Version | 2023.11 | ||
GX-73SP | Great Mazinger DC | Anime Color Version | 2019.09 | ||
GX-75SP | Mazinkaiser | 20th Anniversary Ver. | 2022.05 | ||
GX-76SP | Grendizer DC | Anime Color Ver. | 2024.09 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-76SP | Spazer Full Set DC | Anime Color Ver. | 2024.10 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. | |
GX-101X | One-Eight (18) | 2022.08 | Tamashii Web exclusive release. |
Even though they were never too difficult to find, the following versions were never released in shops. Most of them required the use of coupons found in manga/magazines/CDs. Some were released in fairs/exhibitions.
Number | Figure | Edition | Release Date | Notes | |
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GX-01RG | Mazinger Z | Restyling Gold | 2003.04 | Tamashii Expo 2004 Pre-Exhibition exclusive. | |
GX-01R+ | Mazinger Z | Weathered Paint | 2008.03 | Tamashii Nation 2008 exclusive. Limited to 3000 pieces. | |
GX-07E | Energer Z | 2008.12 | Sold at the "40th Anniversary of Go Nagai's Works" exhibit. | ||
GX-07I | Iron Z | 2008.01 | Mail-in exclusive from the manga Mazinger Z Angels (魔神天使 Z) vol. 1. | ||
GX-08MAW | Aphrodite A | Mazinger Angels Snow White. | 2004.09 | Mail-in exclusive from Magazine Z | |
GX-09MAB | Minerva X | Mazinger Angels La Sirene De Noir | |||
GX-09SS | Minerva X | Mazinger Angels Shining Shadow | 2009 | Mail-in exclusive from the manga Mazinger Z Angels vol. 2. | |
GX-11MAM | Diana A | Mazinger Angels Marine Blue Mermaid | |||
GX-12MAG | Venus A | Mazinger Angels Queen of Gold | |||
GX-24 (DVD) | Tetsujin 28 | Special Color Version | 2007 | Mail-in exclusive from Tetsujin 28-gō DVD-Box. | |
GX-24N | Tetsujin 28 | Naked Version | 2009.03 | Sold at Spring 2009 Tamashii Nation Expo. | |
GX-40G | Gaia | Real Color Version | 2009.10 | Mail-in exclusive from the book Soul of Chokogin Project (超合金魂計画) vol. 3. | |
GX-45A | Mazinger Z | Atami Night Version | 2009.10 | Sold at Autumn 2009 Tamashii Nations Expo. | |
GX-47T | Energer Z | Test Type | 2010.04 | Mail-in exclusive from the book Soul of Chokogin Project Z (超合金魂計画 Z). | |
GX-47N | Energer Z | Normal Color Version | 2010.10 | Sold at Autumn 2010 Tamashii Nations Expo. | |
GX-105H | Mazinger Z | Chogokin 50th Exclusive | 2024.05 | Gold chrome variant of GX-105. Tamashii Store event exclusive release. |
The following special items were released in predetermined limited numbers. They have all reached incredibly high prices in secondary market.
Number | Figure | Edition | Limited to | Release Date | Notes | |
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GX-01RB | Mazinger Z | Restyling Black Chrome Version | 1000 | DVD Limited Edition exclusive. | ||
GX-01 (黒金) | Mazinger Z | Kurogane no Shiro (黒金の城) | 10 | Reward from the book Iron Castle: Mazinger Z Disassembly (鉄の城:マジンガーZ解体). | ||
GX-06G1 | Getter 1 | Metallic Version | 500 | 2008.07.28 | Sold at San Diego Comic-Con 2008. | |
GX-11B | Diana A | Black Ver | 2 | 2004 | Questionnaire reward from Dengeki Hobby Magazine. | |
GX-13R | Dancouga | Real Color Version | 500 | 2004 | Sold at the Chogokin Expo 2004 (Renewal version also coded as GX-13R). | |
GX-18M | Getter Dragon | Metallic Version | 1 | 2006 | Diamond Comic Distributors exclusive. | |
GX-18SP | Getter Dragon | Shine Spark | 1 | Award in Hyper Hobby Magazines Getter Gattai Contest. | ||
GX-45C | Mazinger Z | Comic Color Version | 100 | 2010.04 | Sold at Go Nagai Wonderland Museum opening. |
A more high-end sub-line of the SOC series, these figures are larger and feature better detail and sound gimmicks.
Number | Figure | From the Series | Release Date | Notes | |
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DGX-01 | Mazinger Z | 2012.12.14 | First release in the series. | ||
DGX-02 | Great Mazinger | 2015.12.26 | |||
DGX-03 | Combattler V | 2017.12.29 | First combining robot in the series. | ||
DGX-04 | Voltes V | 2020.12.26 |
Number | Figure | Edition | Release Date | Notes | |
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DGX-01X | Mazinger Z | Jet Scrander Set | 2013.05 | Tamashii Web exclusive. | |
DGX-01R | Mazinger Z | 50th Anniversary Ver. | 2023.12.29 |
The SPEC series started in 2007 as an expansion series to the original SoC line, it is designed to showcase robot characters from the 1980s onward. This line is replaced by the Hi-Metal R line.
Number | Figure | From the Series | Release Date | |
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XS-01 | EVA 01 Test Type | 01.2007 | ||
XS-02 | SPT Layzner | 02.2007 | ||
XS-03 | EVA 01 Movie Version | 09.2007 | ||
XS-04 | EVA 00 Movie Version | 10.2007 | ||
XS-LE | EVA 01 Sync Ratio of 400% | 2007 | ||
XS-05 | Dragonar-1 Opening Silhouette | 10.2007 | ||
XS-06 | Dragonar-1 & Cavalier 0 | 12.2007 | ||
XS-07 | Black Sarena | 03.2008 | ||
XS-08 | EVA 02 Production Model | 04.2008 | ||
XS-09 | EVA 00' Proto Type | 05.2008 | ||
XS-01R | EVA 01 Renewal Version | 06.2008 | ||
XS-10 | L-Gaim Mk-I | 08.2008 | ||
n/a | YATENKOU & MUDZURA | 12.2008 | ||
XS-11 | Falguen | 01.2009 | ||
XS-12 | Tekkaman Blade & Pegas | 07.2009 | ||
XS-13 | EVA 01 Eva 2.0 Version | 12.2009 | ||
XS-14 | Dragonar-2 | 12.2010 | ||
XS-15 | Dragonar-3 | 12.2010 | ||
XS-16 | Dragoon | 09.2011 | ||
XS-17 | Dragonar-1 Custom | 04.2012 |