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Zoids Wild Wave 4! [Official]
Zoids Wild Wave 4 has gone up on pre-order! This wave includes the Stegosage (4,500 yen) and the Gusok (1,200 yen). The Gusok will boast a rolling gimmick that we saw earlier in the Valga.
Although not officially part of Wave 4, the Awakened Wild Liger is also up for pre-order! Scheduled to be released November 10th. The Awakened Wild Liger will feature white pearl armor, blue metallic armor, gold plated mane claws, and gold painted regular claws. It'll also have a motor that allows the Awakened Wild Liger to move faster than the standard kit, and include a CoroCoro special booklet, which'll contain article and manga stuff. Chances are, this booklet will consist of stuff that was printed in CoroCoro Comic up until this point.
Zoids Wild Switch Game! [Official]
We've known for some time that there was a Zoids Wild game coming out for the Nintendo Switch. Last week we got our first look at a screenshot from the game! It looks to have a 3D style, with some information included in this issue of CoroCoro. I don't know yet if Corocoro contains more information than shown here, but I'll update with a memo on that once I've received the issue. In the mean time, the game is slotted for Winter of this year!
Zoids Wild Concepts! [Official]
I knew there were some concept sketches from the Zoids twitters, but didn't realize how gatoriffic this month has been. Zoids Official posted both an armorless concept sketch of the Gabrigator, and an armored version. It seems that the earlier concepts of the Gabrigator featured six smoke dischargers on the back!
On the anime side of things, we've had our first look at how the Knuckle Kong will appear in the anime. We've also received some nice renders of how the Gabrigator's Death Blast will look, in preparation for next week's episode!
Death Rex Model Reveal! [Official]
We've seen the Death Rex before, both through leaks and through CoroCoro magazine. Now, however, it's officially on display at the TakaraTomy booth at the Christmas Toy Trade Fair 2018! A couple of good pictures can be seen on Mantan Web.
Dengeki Hobby also took photos at the event, but if you're on a data plan, be warned that there are tons of unrelated images on the same page. Ctrl+F "タカラトミー" to find the TakaraTomy booth, which shows the upcoming September Zoids and the December "Death Rex". A comparison photo of the Death Rex and Wild Liger shows that the kit is not actually that large in comparison, or at least not as much as expected. The Zoid will make up for this in other additional features. The Hunter Wolf was also on display, but so far I've not seen any pictures of it.
Zoids Wild Sketches! [Site]
A new sketch of the Gannontoise's excellent armor capabilities can now be found on the Zoids Official twitter!
Zoids Wild Product Video! [Official]
A new video on the TakaraTomy channel shows off some of the upcoming Zoids for September. It also goes into an interesting detail; that the Zoids Wild kits contain a tiny amount of interchangeable parts. For example, Gabrigator's back armor being equippable to Knuckle Kong's chest. Most of these combinations are rather horrible, but it's something I hadn't realized before!
Zoids Wild Sketches and Teasers! [Official]
The Zoids twitter pages have been posting some production sketches featuring the Zoids in action. This includes a Kabtor launching a raptor into the stratosphere and a Gilraptor in active combat. Aside from that though, we have a teaser image of the September issue of CoroCoro, featuring our first major appearance of Gallagher riding a Gilraptor. I believe this is the second Gilraptor we've seen make an official appearance in a character capacity.
Zoids Wild: Volume 1 Release! [Site]
Volume 1 of the Zoids Wild manga has been officially released! Looks like it has some cool art on the back, and you may still be able to pick it up on Amazon Japan if you're quick (they do ship to the US for some products including this one, and accept US credit/debit cards.) Zoids Official made a tweet showing off the back of the book, as well as some limited edition stickers for the Wild Liger.
Please note that these stickers do not come with the book. They're showing off stickers that'll be given to 200 lucky individuals who applied for them by sending in cards from an earlier issue of CoroCoro. The Zoids Official twitter posted an extra tweet to clarify this error, but we don't want any English speaking fans to mistake them as a product extra.
Zoids Wild Wave 3 Kits! [Official]
There's been an official announcement for Zoids Wild: Wave 3 model kits, releasing in September! This includes the Raptor (1200 Yen), Knuckle Kong (3000 Yen), and Triceradogos (4500) yen. These consistent pricing scales are nice, and the Zoids are already up for preorder via proxy through the TakaraTomy mall. We advise that people hold out for the typical shops to post their pre-orders, as TT Mall is retail price, so you won't see any discounts, even if you order the complete set.
Aside from the rather cheeky "Raptor squad" set, that just contains 3 normal Raptors, the TTMall also has box arts of the new Zoids, and excellent, clear product photos. Knuckle Kong, Raptor, Triceradogos.
Videos for Wave 3!
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Knuckle Kong illustrates how the pegs on the bottom of the feed push the Zoid into a particular strut. They look unusal at a stand still, but it's impressive to see this Zoid try to do something more personable than just "move legs forward."
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It is also the first gorilla type Zoid to beat its chest. While I wish that the fists would come closer to the actual armor, the wild blast motion is greatly appreciated.
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Triceradogos has a straight forward and very fast stabbing motion, deploying the shield and giant drill in an instant.
Zoids Wild Concept Sketches! [Official]
The Zoids Official Twitter has posted a Gilraptor Concept Sketch that was used as a basis for the model kit. They've teased that quite a few details were changed before the final version. Can you spot them all?
It's also not the first sketch they've shown us. We've also seen the adventure book from Arashi's father and a couple of Wild Liger animation sketches.
New Zoids Wild Products! [Official]
Today there were leaks of several Zoids Wild model kits, giving us a look at some of the brand new Zoids! We've already heard of most of these and have them listed down in the preorders table with released prices so far. Now we get to see some of their Wild Blasts in action!
ZW09 Raptor: Velociraptor Type, Death Metal, Wild Blast is its back spike moving up and forwards
ZW10 Knuckle Kong: Gorilla Type, Death Metal, Wild Blast is the outer halves of its shoulder armour sliding down to form bigger fists
ZW11 Triceradogos: Triceratops Type, Freedom, Wild Blast is a spike stabbing out of its forehead (and also bringing most of its frill forwards)
ZW12 Death Rex: motorised XL-size Tyrannosaurus Type, Death Metal, Wild Blast is automatic and complicated: stops mid-walk, mouth opens wide, drill inside mouth lights up and spins, side jaws swing forwards, both pairs of jaws make chomping motion, repeats actions 3 times before resuming walking
ZW13 Gusock: Giant Isopod Type, factionless?, Wild Blast is curling into a ball and sticking its antennae out sideways
ZW14 Stegosage: Stegosaurus Type, Death Metal, Wild Blast is its back plates folding down horizontally
ZW15 Special Edition Wild Liger/Awakened Wild Liger: motorised M-size Lion Type, Freedom, slight changes from standard Wild Liger: armour is pearl white and metallic blue, claws are painted gold, Mane Claws are chrome gold, motor is improved for a 20% speed increase, comes with special Coro Coro minibook
ZW16 Hunter Wolf: Wolf Type, Freedom, two-stage Wild Blast is back panels swivelling upwards and gun flipping up
ZW17 Catalga: Silkworm Type, factionless?, Wild Blast is chin lifting to reveal drills, comes with carrier trailer
Zoids Wild Keychains! [Official]
A set of five "Deformed Figure Keychains" has also been announced. This includes five of the first wave, but oddly not in order (we're missing Kabtor). Almost all of the first wave of kits even still. Perhaps we'll see more later on down the line!
Zoids Wild: Kit Schedule! [Official]
Some leaked information has lead to a bi-monthly lineup for the next number of Zoids Wild kits, including some brand new ones that we haven't gotten a proper look at! We'll update the upcoming release table at the bottom of this page. There aren't pre-orders for most of these kits yet, but it'll give people an idea of what to budget for.
Aside from those that've been confirmed for sale, several trademarks also name Zoids that are not on that list. The Awakened Wild Liger, Spydeath, Dimepulsar, Ankylox, Pachykedos, and Dilophos. The Fang Tiger, listed on the trademark list has yet to have a scheduled kit release, which has left a number of people perplexed. We already know that there's a Fang Tiger kit, so don't worry, it'll get here eventually~
Zoids Wild Anime Debut! [Official]
Zoids Anime has finally debuted in Japan! The first episode delivered even more than expected, with lots of Zoids in the show and elaborated scenes from the manga. While some things were changed for the sake of the story and animation, the overall plot is the same, so people who've read the manga will have a pretty good idea of what's going on.
The first episode has been made available for free online on youtube, but you'll need a proxy or VPN to view it. In the mean time, we've got the opening and ending for everyone's viewing pleasure!
Wild Kit Build Videos! [Official]
The TakaraTomy Channel on Youtube has uploaded 6 videos of the Zoids Wild model kits, which consists of the whole first wave. These are build videos showing customers how to put together the kits, in case they have trouble with the instructions. We'll likely be seeing these videos in the app which is also expected to release this month, likely on the 23rd along with the kits!
Zoids Wild Anime Trailers! [Official]
A few commercials have come out recently in regards to Zoids Wild, both anime and kits, but we kind of dropped the ball on keeping up with Zoids Wild updates. I'll see about getting a more complete list of information up soon, but in the mean time, here's the collection of commercials that we've seen so far!
Zoids Wild Updates! [Official]
The May issue of Corocoro has released, and with it, the first chapter of the new serialized manga, Zoids Wild! This manga has some excellent Zoid design. The chapter is 30 pages long not including the color image, and begins the story of Arashi, who is setting out to find a Zoid of his own! We're still awaiting the physical copy of the manga to get some good scans of it.
On a more exciting note, CoroCoro has decided to make the first chapter free to read to all Zoids fans! This means even those who don't own Corocoro can check out the first chapter on their own, without having to wait!
Introducing Bacon and the Fang Tiger!
The manga introduces Bacon, a man searching for a dangerous Zoid that escaped from Death Metal territory. Accompanying him is the Fang Tiger, the mysterious silhouette we saw advertised when his voice actor was announced! The Zoid lives up to its name, with giant sabers that seem more specifically designed for combat than most saber-toothed cats of the past.
Aside from the Fang Tiger, we also get to see several new Zoids, including a generic raptor type (so far known as just raptors.) These differ significantly from the Gilraptor, lacking crests, significant armor, and sporting different-looking equipment. We also see several new types of Zoids on the last 2 pages, such as ankylosaurs. Of course, these are likely manga filler and probably won't develop into anything more. Still, it's nice for people that like those little obscur Zoids!
Kabuto and Scorpear Box Art
The Zoids Official Twitter released box images for the Kabuto Beetle and the Scorpear. These are decent enough, but may not be the final print versions of the boxes.
Minor Anime Update
The official anime site has updated with a list of pilots and their Zoids. This is our first look at the Gabrigator in the anime style and it's looking good! The new angle of the Gilraptor also shows off just how nice this Zoid adapts to the anime style. There are still a couple Zoids, including the Fang Tiger that have yet to be revealed for the anime style.
New Model Photos
The Zoids Official Twitter has been able to post some new high quality photos of touched up Zoids Wild models. It's nice seeing the Zoids from this new angle. So far we have the Gabrigator, Gannontoise, Scorpear, and Kabuto Beetle.
- Zoids Wild Updates [Official]
Posted: Thursday, March 29th, 2018: 11:02 am
The Zoids Wild official website has received an update. The teaser that was formerly posted online now plays in the background (without sound) and the site has been updated to include a vague story blurb and a list of the cast & characters. We haven't been given any new actor names and there's not a lot here, but it's development nonetheless!
| Zoids! The strongest living entities with bodies made of metal, animal instincts, and fighting spirit stand at the top of the ecosystem! When Zoids and Humans form the ultimate bond, the names of their hidden, ferocious powers are realized... The Wild Blast! |
We've also seen a stat image for the Brachiosaurus type! There are a few oddly specific details about Zoids Wild that are being tightly kept under wraps, and one of those details is the name of this behemoth. Not only is the name blacked out on the image, but we realized the same can be said for a few other Zoids, including the Gabrigator, which we already know.
Brachiosaurus Type: A giant Zoid that's used for transporting goods, making full use of its massive size.
Nickname:Earth's Harbinger Hammer? (大地の魁槌)
Traits: Radiation Fin, Hammer Bone, Outrigger
Stats: Speed: 7 / Attack: 10 / IQ: 7 / Stamina: 10 / Defense: 10 / Wild Burst: 9
Wild Burst Technique: Grand Hammer
Zoids Wild Manga Teaser! [Official]
A new teaser image has been posted over on the Zoids Official twitter. This is the third out of four teasers posted in the April issue of CoroCoro Comic. We can probably assume that the fourth will be posted online as well. The series will begin its serialization starting in the May issue of this year.
Zoids Wild Updates! [Official]
In no particular order. We're very late on some of these updates, sorry about that! Here's the new information charts that were posted on the Zoids Official Twitter. We still have a few Zoids to hear information on, such as the names of those only clarified by types.
Scorpear: A small Zoid that hides in sandy areas and specializes in surprise attacks.
Nickname: Assassination Cactus
Traits: Scissors, Poison Spear
Stats: Speed: 5 / Attack: 5 / IQ: 6 / Stamina: 6 / Defense: 4 / Wild Burst: 6
Wild Burst Technique: Hit and Death
Gabrigator: It lives on the riverbanks of jungle areas and is good at ambushing.
Nickname: Devil's Crocodile Jaw
Traits: Crumble Jaw, Mist Discharger, Claws
Stats: Speed: 7 / Attack: 9 / IQ: 5 / Stamina: 5 / Defense: 5 / Wild Burst: 8
Wild Burst Technique: Hell's Jaw Bite
Zoids Wild featured at Anime Japan 2018, along with the large Wild Liger that we saw at previous showcases. The Zoid featured bright glowing eyes, which certainly makes it look creepier than before! We got a little bit of info, but not a ton, so let's move into it.
The event featured assorted goods that were given to participants, including: A clear file, Zoids Wild Beef Jerkey, Paper Advertisements, and a plastic baggy for your goods. Just silly little trinkets, mostly, but they're all over Yahoo Japan right now for those avid collectors out there.
The first new piece of information to mention is that we finally have a broadcast schedule for the Zoids Wild anime. It's scheduled to air starting in July on MBS / TBS channels in Japan, at 6:30 pm every Saturday. This is between 5 and 8 AM for most people in the united states. There are some reliable streams for TBS online for international viewers that are interested in catching these early morning streams.
A new preview (which we'll post below) has revealed a little scene from the anime, as well as some new characters. However, the display at the event also confirmed a new faction: Supreme, sporting a yellow sabertooth logo, which so far includes the Rhinoceros Beetle, the Brachiosaurus, and an unknown sabertooth looking type shown in the preview!
Characters and their Voice Actors:
Arashi: Zoid - Wild Liger / Team: Freedom / Voiced by Kensho Ono
Bacon: Zoid - Unknown / Team: Supreme / Voiced by Takahiro Sakurai -- (New Character!)
Gyoza: Zoid - Unknown / Team: Supreme / Voiced by Kimura Subaru -- (New Character!)
Onigiri: Zoid - Cannontoise / Team: Freedom / Voiced by Kozakura Etsuko
Penne: Zoid - Scorpear / Team: Freedom / Voiced by Mikako Komatsu
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Not only has CoroCoro Comic April 2018 released some teasers but the Zoids Official twitter has also posted the second of four teaser images shown in the book. We've already seen the first teaser page. The book also included a couple spreads of diaroma style images featuring the Wild Liger kit. We plan to post Corocoro scans 1-2 months after release, unless the Zoids Official twitter releases the last two teaser pages.
Zoids FOR News! [Official]
ZOIDS FOR YOU #26 is up, showcasing some of the new items coming to Zoids: Field of Rebellion on the 27th. This is likely the last update for March, and will feature a few more nice changes. The video also covers "The Art of AnimaReal", an artbook released by the professional cosplay group that does FOR's realism images and commercial. You can purchase the book here for 2,808 yen (roughly $26). It includes some of the Zoids works they've done, along with plenty of other series.
One update includes that containers will now drop from both victory and defeat. Silver Containers will drop from each defeat and victories will award you a blue, purple, or super container only.
The update will also include a new sub pilot (Sarah Moris?) whose full burst will raise ally defense and EN recovery rate, with a passive skill that also increases the pilot Zoid's defense and EN recovery.
Shield Attack: A Shield Liger exclusive weapon. Activates an Energy Shield which, upon activation, launches a forward lunging attack. The shield power sacrifices duration (lasting only for the 2 seconds or so of the attack) for improved defensive capabilities, lowering even the damage received from large Zoid attacks.
Hyper Killer Claw: A Geno Breaker exclusive weapon. It fires the claws in a linear shot, hooking any enemy in its path and dragging them closer to the Geno Breaker. This will allow you to immediately follow up with another attack if you're quick.
Medium HP Repair Unit (%): This repair unit restores a percentage of the Zoid's HP instead of a static number, like the regular Repair Unit. This means that its effective number of HP restored will go up depending on the target Zoid's maximum HP.
Large Base Repair Unit (%): A unique repair unit that gives the effects many people wished the Supporter update had given. The ability to repair bases! This item can only restore the HP of bases and headquarters, but cannot repair Zoids. It also restores a percentage instead of a static number.
