"If hydrogen bomb tests continue, it's possible that another Godzilla will appear somewhere in the world..."
This chilling quote sets the stage for the latest release from renowned Japanese toy brand MEDICOM TOY. Their GODZILLA VINYL WARS EX sofubi series, a collaboration with designer Anraku Ansaku, is set to unleash the striking new "Godzilla 1954 (Final Scene)" figure! This haunting collectible will be sold via lottery for 16,500 JPY (tax included). Entries are open on the MEDICOM TOY official blog until November 10, 2021, with an estimated shipping date of December 2021.
Released in 1954, the original black-and-white "Godzilla" film (ゴジラ) is widely regarded as the genesis of Japanese kaiju cinema. The story depicts the awakening of the ancient monster Godzilla from its deep-sea slumber, triggered by hydrogen bomb testing. This colossal, unknown creature then lays waste to Tokyo, destroying skyscrapers and the National Diet Building, incinerating the city with its atomic breath. In the film's climax, Dr. Serizawa dives into Tokyo Bay to activate the "Oxygen Destroyer," ultimately reducing Godzilla to skeletal remains at the bottom of the sea.
Sculptor Anraku Ansaku has masterfully captured this impactful final scene, crafting the skeletal remains of Godzilla into a 26 cm tall "Godzilla 1954 (Final Scene)" sofubi figure. The design retains the unique, retro proportions characteristic of sofubi, featuring intricate skeletal shading and simple articulation, all contributing to a distinct sense of nostalgia.
Godzilla 1954 (Final Scene)
Height: Approximately 26 cm
Sculptor: Anraku Ansaku
Reference Price: 16,500 JPY (tax included)
Estimated Release Date: December 2021
via： medicomtoy