Thanks to Iron Factory Weibo, we have a look at the color prototype of their Iron Samurai Series IF-EX45K Kage Shishimaru.
This figure is a black and red redeco of IF-EX45 Yoroi Shishimaru (Samurai Lio Convoy) now featuring several retooled parts and new weapons. The aforementioned retooled parts now make his beast mode look more like a manticore rather than the original lion mode. This figure is scheduled for release in mid December this year.
You can check out the photos and let us know if you’re interested after the break!
magicube
Decided to let go of my Lio Convoy and SG Lio. Both are in great condition and come complete with original packaging. Lio’s packaging has some wear however.
DM me if interested!
Super Mecha Dad
Initially I thought this was an upscaled version, but it lacks the samurai armor:
https://twitter.com/ShowZStore/status/1665509991246188546?s=20
but it's also much more simplified than the PE version
RameezTheElite
Hell yeah will do!
magicube
You better share some pics when you get him!
RameezTheElite
Thanks!
I had this in my cart for a few days on BBB but i finally pulled the trigger after hearing this news
magicube
Kage is a ton of fun and I actually have no complaints! He has a lot of tiny joints that may seem a little finicky but so far they are very sturdy. The transformation is fairly simply but maybe be careful maneuvering the wings/hip guards.
Definitely my favorite version of this mold and I’m really glad they gave him an extra touch with the lion headsculpt and wings.
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Stryker729
Hey cube,
Really appreciate this! Managed to snag one this morning before work. Happy I didn’t hesitate since that sale ended FAST. Been looking for Yoroi for a while, and Kage is definitely a suitable alternative! Crazy that BBB already shipped mine, usually takes them a week to move anything. Anything I should watch out for in general? Thanks again.
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Super Mecha Dad
yoink
thanks!
Murasame
Wow, 24$ right now. Nearly bought him. But naw. I'm good with Lio Convoys at the moment
Strykerprimex
This is the main site I go to as well. Better pricing for all figures. I just ordered the seeker trio for about $44.
Strykerprimex
I love both designs. I'm glad I got all the variations
magicube
Kage Shishimaru (Nemesis Lio Convoy) is on sale at Bombusbee for ~$32. Great price for a great figure.
【In Stock】Iron Factory IF EX-45K Kage Shishimaru Lio Convoy
Nemesis Compactor
Good all around, he's the only one I've transformed and I think he's the most fun of the trio A
Plus he's a robo-manticore and that's just cool
pigeonskyrat
How is the quality and articulation on the Kage Shishimaru (Black Leo Convoy)? Found a good price for it and have Daishogun Boohmaru on the way so im considering this
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madpanda
I skipped out on the IF lions, but now I wish I picked them up as I like this add on kit.
The Add on's turn the IF mold into mini Perfect Effect Leonidas's
Grievlocke
Thanks for sharing!
I'm cool with that price, but I don't know how to order it. I don't think there is a Taobao shop? It looks like there is a messenger group you have to join but I can't use QQ.
xueyue2
I saw a few posts on baidu for it.It was released in several bundles:
A bundle: basic figure 188 RMB
B bundle: weapon with more hands 188 rmb
C bundle: A+B, 358 RMB.
Here for your reference:
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【图片】GW小比例idw擎天柱分享【变形金刚玩具吧】_百度贴吧
I just don't think it worth it: unpainted, can't transform.
magicube
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Shot of the altmode with the add on kit.
Grievlocke
How much was that one? Any idea where to view it? I've tried looking for the guys taobao shop with no success.