Zero no Tsukaima 1/8 Louise PVC

Well, continuing on from my last post on Zero no Tsukaima, I thought I'd talk about Kotobukiya's 'lightning speed' in cashing in on this relatively new anime. About a month ago, Hobby Japan and a few websites had pictures of this PVC figure of Louise de la Valiel in it's pre-painted stages. If I'm not mistaken, that was around when the first blinking episode of ZnT was being aired. Talk about moving quickly. *rolls eyes* Anyway, about the figure. Considering it's the only one on offer right now, it really isn't too bad. But, personally, looking at the past few months of releases, I would have much rather had Alter or Max Factory pick this one up. Kotobukiya has really not impressed me much with it's PVC figures recently (besides Belldandy, but only 'coz I like AMG), and sometimes I just think they should stick to Clone Troopers, lol. She'd fit right in next to Harry Potter. Louise is sculpted casting a spell (or not, in her case ^^), I presume. She's holding a spellbook and holding her wand in the air. In terms of likeness, I think they got it about 80% right. But the base could have been something more interesting than that. Her hair reminds me of a pink octopus, but beggars can't be choosers. Generally, it's really not bad though I just think she's a bit cuter than this. Unless something better pops up, this is the one to get. Coming somewhere in October this year. Name: Louise de la Valiel 1/8 scale PVC Manufacturer: Kotobukiya Release Date: October 2006 Price: 5040 Yen >>> Toyzlog Tags: PVC Figures, Figurines, Toys, Anime, Anime Toys, Japanese Toys, Kotobukiya, Zero no Tsukaima, Louise Valiel, Tenjou