“You forgot about Rider 2!”

If you are a Kamen Rider fan, this is likely a famous line you have heard at least once. An indispensable existence when talking about Showa Riders, that is Kamen Rider New 2. His powerful action, presence like a reliable older brother figure, and heroic figure that kept fighting Shocker to protect human freedom remain engraved in many fans' memories even now. When hearing that this New 2 has been three-dimensionalized anew through the technology of the “S.H.Figuarts (Shinkocchou Seihou)” series, one cannot help but have high expectations. And when actually looking at its figure, it is immediately conveyed that this is not a mere reissue or specification change.

When talking about the charm of this product, what must be mentioned first is likely the sculpting unique to Shinkocchou Seihou. Shinkocchou Seihou does not simply replicate the outward appearance, but by assembling the sculpt from the human skeletal structure, it achieves a natural silhouette as if a hero actually wearing the suit is standing right there. That technology is fully demonstrated in this product as well, brilliantly expressing the powerful physique and unique standing posture of Kamen Rider New 2 who was active in the series. Whether viewed from the front or observed from an angle, every single angle possesses persuasiveness, letting you taste a “sensation as if the hero has been scaled down” rather than “looking at a figure.”

In this Glorious Showa Rider Edition, an extreme dedication is also poured into the coloring. Rather than simply replicating the old colors, the footage from the series was re-examined, and a new color design was applied after reinterpreting that impression. As a result, more depth is born in the overall color tones, increasing calmness and a sense of profound weight. Particularly, while letting you feel the atmosphere and epochal character unique to Showa tokusatsu, the point of achieving a high level of completion as a modern figure is splendid. It radiates a mysterious charm where nostalgia and freshness exist simultaneously.

Speaking of equipment symbolizing Kamen Rider, it is the muffler after all. In this product, a new specification muffler adopting fabric material for the neck area is prepared, and this enhances the atmosphere astonishingly. The soft texture that lets you imagine it fluttering in the wind generates an expressive power that cannot be tasted with a fixed sculpt. Furthermore, PVC mufflers are also included for replacement, allowing you to use the two types of “drooping state” and “fluttering state” selectively. From a quiet appearance before a battle to the exact middle of a fierce fight, being able to alter the impression depending on the situation is an extremely joyful point. This kind of fine consideration makes you feel a deep affection toward Showa Riders.

The true value of a figure's charm is demonstrated precisely when you move it. In that aspect, this product greatly expands the range of expression through abundant interchangeable wrist parts. Not to mention the wrists that can replicate the finger-pointing pose impressive in Showa Riders, because parts capable of corresponding to various combat scenes are fully lined up, there is joy in creating poses while recalling famous scenes from the series. The charm lies in being able to play while thinking, “Which scene should I replicate next?”, rather than just having it stand. Because the powerful and dynamic posing unique to Showa Riders is naturally settled, it makes you want to move it over and over again. What particularly cannot be missed for fans is the presence of the wrist parts for handshaking. By combining them with the separately sold “Kamen Rider New 1: Glorious Showa Rider Edition,” you can replicate that handshake scene of the Double Riders. Rider 1 and Rider 2, who are existences symbolizing the Showa Kamen Rider series. Just having those two stand side-by-side holds special value, but being able to further replicate the impressive scene of a handshake pulls up the charm as a collection a step higher. It boasts a sufficient level of completion even as a standalone, but the emotion born the exact moment you line them up is also exceptional.

The fun of this product does not end with a single figure. Because an interchangeable head part capable of replicating the black mask version that left an impression during guest appearances is included, you can enjoy New 2 from different eras. The more fans have kept watching the series for many years, the more strongly they will feel the value of this accessory. Since it can be displayed while looking back at the history and differences for each work, it has become an item that lets you enjoy the walk of Kamen Rider itself, rather than a mere action figure.

The “S.H.Figuarts (Shinkocchou Seihou) Kamen Rider New 2: Glorious Showa Rider Edition” is not a mere figure. Natural sculpting crafted from the skeleton, reconstructed coloring with depth, rich expressive power due to the fabric muffler, diverse interchangeable parts, and even a dream-like way of playing through the Double Rider replication are incorporated inside. For people who have loved Showa Riders, it is an existence that awakens fond memories, and for the young generation, it will likely become an opportunity to learn the charm of the legendary hero anew. You can be satisfied just by displaying it. It is even more fun if you move it. And just by gazing at it, the heat of that Showa tokusatsu golden era is resurrected. It is a single figure harboring such special charm inside.