Good Smile Company has released initial photos and details for their upcoming Alien – Figma Big Chap Alien Takeya Takeyuki Arranged Version. The figure is based on the Alien Xenomorph from the original 1979 film Alien. Artist Takeya Takeyuki supervised the creation of this figure painted the prototype himself to ensure accurate colors to his vision. The figure uses softer plastic in areas to ensure full range of motion. The figure includes a poseable tail, an inner snapping jaw, and a figure stand. A Facehugger is also included. You can swap out the tail of the Facehugger, allowing you to wrap it around the face of another Figma action figure.
A preview for the Takeya Takeyuki designed Predator was released as well. They have stated more details are coming soon for that figure. Pre-orders Takeya Takeyuki Arranged Alien are set to go live on Tuesday, April 3rd at Noon in Japan. Pricing and release date have not been confirmed at this time.
UPDATE:
Pre-Orders are live from Good Smile Company! The figure is priced at 8,148 Yen (about $74 USD). Look for it to be released in December.
CompaniesGood Smile Company
CharactersBig Chap Alien
Scale6 Inch
Sub-LineFigma