Jirass Joins the S.H.Figuarts Lineup: Ultraman Fans React to the Unexpected Announcement

To commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Ultraman series, BANDAI SPIRITS has announced that Jirass will be released as a brand-new sculpt under the S.H.Figuarts series, sparking massive buzz on X (formerly Twitter).

This newly announced figure features a luxurious specification, with sculpting, coloring, and molding production handled entirely by renowned creator Yuji Sakai. Pre-orders are scheduled to begin on September 18 at 4:00 PM via the Tamashii Web Shop. Thanks to the unexpected lineup choice and the involvement of a prominent sculptor, fans have flooded social media with voices of surprise and delight.

On social media, bewildered posts quickly piled up, such as "I never expected an S.H.Figuarts Jirass to happen," "There is way too much Jirass merchandise this year," and "This is an unprecedented Jirass boom." Furthermore, because the announcement coincided with a fan debate regarding the classification of Godzilla monsters versus Ultraman monsters, it triggered a humorous wave of playful commentary: "The official company came in to end this war" and "Dropping Jirass right in the middle of the debate is hilarious."

The context

Jirass is a famous monster that appeared in Episode 10 of the original 1966 Ultraman series. Its suit was famously repurposed from the suit used for Godzilla in the 1964 film "Mothra vs. Godzilla," with the addition of a frill. Because of its origins, the monster has long been a subject of affectionate amusement and debate among tokusatsu (special effects) fans regarding its connection to the Godzilla franchise.

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