And then there were three, and what a third it was! Things got really interesting when Kamen Rider V3 hit the scene, and the series holds a special place in my heart as it was the Kamen Rider series I grew up with. He was the first Kamen Rider who talked trash to the villains, and even laughed at their faces when he was discovered spying or breaking in. This Rider had no fear and let you know about it. Continue Reading →

Kamen Rider 2, also known as Nigo, has always been my favorite Rider. I grew up with V3 and he was always the cool cat, or bug, but Nigo was the one I liked best. So it's really no surprise to me that he was actually the first figure I picked up in the S.H. Figuarts line. But it wasn't easy. Continue Reading →

For one of my birthdays, my grandparents bought me a box set of Kamen Rider figures that featured up to the latest Rider at the time which was Kamen Rider Super 1. These were your standard 3-points of articulation plastic toys that Japan is well-known for. They were so cheaply made, but these toys gave us hours upon hours of enjoyment. I can even fondly remember sleeping over at my grandparents' house while my brother and I created so many adventures. Continue Reading →