Danny, stop showing it off! I can't take another blow to my wallet. Also, no melon pan in my area that I know of. It's sad, because I tried it once and really want to again.
of course you can take another blow to your wallet =P -Otaku rule number one: better buy what you want, or else it will... a: come back and haunt you b: see it on ebay for an astronomical price c: never see it again
At least I can look at the pretty pictures. Or, if I ever go to Japan and happen to see Danny....
i so agree on your comment. it happened to me for all a,b ,and c
me too, sadly...
I know how you feel. I love Neko mimi, and on Shana is just cute. Sadly I have to refrain from buying more stuff, I gotta live with the Nekomimi Konata and Usamimi Kagami nendoids. Both still awesome, BUT NEED MOAR EARS. >w<)v
AHHHH!!! so much cuteness! >w<'' Omg I want that desk full'o figures...=w='' I love your job. T=T''
So much temptation... No melon pan here, but we got Pineapple bun which looks very similar to melonpan and that its named by how it looks.
No melon pan here too... no Pineapple bun here neither^^
There's a place that sells melon pan somewhere near this Japanese-style arcade I go to, but I haven't tried it. I'm not a fan of melons (at least, not the fruit kind) or pans. I must have missed the news article, but where did you find that FireFox?
I like "Pumpkin Shana"... ^_^ And eagerly awaiting Miko outfits for Haruka and Mirai... ^^
Since I've gotten really into Shana recently, I've been DYING to try melon bread, actually. Actually, I have to say that I prefer enpatsu Shana. I dunno why. I think it's cuter for some reason.
I swear Danny, you must love your job so much. I'm so envious ^^; I also agree that I prefer the black hair version of Shana too.
Shana looks so cute~!!! She does seem a little bit chubby around the stomach =p
Yeah she really looks cute ^.^ I thought so too O_o
Shana nendo just too kawaii!!!!!! I want!!!!!! Want to see the Vocaloids figma review!!!!! Danny, you get too many free figures... Chua Churam is the last figure you paid for... I wonder what was your first free figure... Give us your free figures Danny!!!!!!!!
From the comments above, I consider myself lucky to have melon pan in stock ^^ Me luvs it. On the red/black haired Shana, I choose black for the nekomimi xD Too bad only for dengeki moeoh buyers T^T RAWR!
For the nendroid version i'll go for the black hair. Your room is overflowing with figurine goodness! NOSEBLEED!!!!!!
lol Shana looks so pee'd off. lol, you probably tried to snatch the melonbread off her. Love the smiling one a lot. I'd go for the black one, cuz there's nekomimi included.
so many awesome figs you got there~ Red haired Shana FTW!
Oh my god......makes me wanna collect Nendroids. I like both Shana Nendroids by the way.
I like red-hair shana best, especially ones with translucent hair. I think it's because it's her trademark ^^
for most all of the other figures I prefer black hair, such as on the figma shana but for the nendoroid, the red hair is better
Shrine of Figure images ^__^ Btw, always been meaning to ask, but is pan like doughnuts (sweet batter not necessarily suger coated), or is it just savoury bread with sweet filling?
OMG! I totally want those 2 Nendoroid Shanas. I have the Red haired one on pre-order but that special edition is calling to me T_T
@Daemonseed Shana said it in one episode, though I forgot which is that. But the melonpan is a crusty bread outside, but not scorched to be crusty. Then inside is a filling of melon which is either artificial or natural sweet melon turned into jelly-like filling. That's just my memory. Please correct if wrong. XD
I voted for black-haired Shana. Kawaii especially with Haruhi. :D
So it is like bread rather than batter/sweet dough?
*looks at my figure collection* Looks like I still have a long way to go XD
The Gundams were amazing! :O
Shana's pan holding arms look a tiny bit too long ^^; She looks cuterer in black hair ^^ nicesu collection danny!
WOW! nice figurines display as always ^_^
gasp....so many o_O I want that tachikoma >.<
D'oh... I really want the black haired Shana! >_<
Shana looks good, too bad I have way too many other must-gets on my list before her =( Meronpan was good, but I usually went for other breads in those awesome Japanese pastry shops (man those were great!)
I want a black haired Shana. So cute with her meronpan and her smile. Unfortunately, i will be getting only the red haired one. Not bad either.
i doubt i'd be buying many figures in the future my room is an absolute dust magnet you see.... mainly carpeting here even my phone is covered in a thin layer of dust right now - and i only used it a couple of hours ago - will need to install exhaust fan of some sort don't even ask me about my PC case ^^"
Nekomimi Shana = DO WANT! And yes, there are some store selling melon-pan at my hood. *take a leave to buy some melon-pan*
Ok, the figure next to the Kemeko. The Hot Teacher looking lady with the jacket and bra. ( http://www.flickr.com/photos/dannychoo/3014247325/sizes/o/ ) Who/where is she ?
Do u mean her? http://www.dannychoo.com/adp/eng/854/Mirei+San.html
Of the mix n match nendoroids, I like black hair Shana with melissa pumpkin cause she looks like so happy wearing it, or the red hair Shana in maid/waitress outfit cause her two fingers pointed up looks like she's threatining "I'm watching you"
I prefer the black haired Shana, but I like her angry face of the red haired Shana. Wished that I could live in Japan as I have being missing out figures that are only sold in Japan, especially figures announced by GSC recently.
we are already in the dark side....but danny intends to take us deeper ^.^
The smiling face is adorably ^_^ I do like the black haired version better, the red just to red for me.
they sell melonpan here at japanese super markets... just picked up 2 today ^_^; is the black hair version being released at the same time as red? can't wait to get mine~
good to see that your gundams are still alive after the one year war lol as for me, black haired shana. My, my, your collection is quite a handful
everytime I look at Danny Choo, I have a feeling that I really want to garage kit a figure (rather than buying one... =P)
Shana with black hair is cuter IMO...well we have pan but not melon flavored...more like pineapple...why do you tease us with you're oh so growing collection Danny?...
Hehe~ I just posted a photo of the melon-pan I found in the city on my last trip there http://www.furudango.com/2008/11/sydney-trip-and-a-surprise/ Also found Konata's choco cornet :3 Lovely photos Danny, I'm not much of a figure collector [only have Haruhi nendo and an Exia SD if you count that too] but even I wouldn't say no to such a collection x3; I voted for black-haired Shana :3 And I'd vote for Rin and Len too, hehe~
Shana in Melissa's outfit is so cute! I want that Rin figma! Feels as if I've been waiting forever for it to come out.
shana shana! y does she hv to be an exclusive? > <
Wow... I want samples too... I so want that Miyuki figma to complete my collection. But, I guess we shall always be doomed to be observers. Lucky that you get so many stuff for free. Personally, I'm not a huge fan of the Nendroids, because I prefer to have their normal un-chibi forms. But yeah, I do kinda like the black hair better as well. My Melonpan dreams have yet to come true. If anyone knows where to get some in Singapore, please, please tell me. :)
Forgot to mention that I've pre-ordered the Figma Black Hair Shana from their site as well.
I wish i have that figure this X-mas.
i want the black hair+neko mimi shana.... but... but... I CANT GET THE DENGEKI DAIOH MAGAZINEEEEE therefore i cant pre-order it!!! daaaaammmmmnnnnnnnn *rolling all over the floor*
Black hair Shana looks amazing - do want!
I realized something different from the collection you got there... I see Master Chief...
Dengeki Daioh... i don't think i can find that in Singapore >.< and thanks danny for the wonderful tour XD
hmm, maybe try kinokuniya?
Grr. You showoff, soo many good figures that I want too. I really love the way those nendo heads can be swapped ^^ BTW how did you pry Nagi off her thingamajig? I saw somewhere that it can look really messy if you don't do it right.
To be a bit philosophical, the black vs red hair preference could arise from some various factors. From a fan's POV, Shana's hair becoming red could be seen as a bit of a coming of age when she became a Flame Haze and her stature as a Flame Haze versus her black hair self who is the awkward schoolgirl. From a cultural point of view, the red vs black could denote a change from inner self to outer self perhaps coming with a shift in mental age or desires. If from a country with mostly/all black hair, red hair would stand out and serve to attract attention, be unique, and show a person's desire to be seen or to be distinct from others. In this sense, black hair version could symbolize more emphasis on the inner self versus appearance or maybe reflect some degree of innocence more than red. Ah, but views are subjective to everyone's own experiences of course. I think I'd like black hair Shana more because she always seems to be some degree of angry when she's in red hair mode. The cat ears just ratchet her up a few more tiers. Danny, maybe you need to buy a house with a room just for figures? Like a museum of your conquests and acquisitions.
Ok, ignore every other figures shown above, look away, look away... Dang, this Nendoroid Shana is from Dengeki Daioh magazine!? Must rush to get one fast, or am I late...? I went to the Japanese bookstore today to buy this month's Shonen Ace with Suzumiya Haruhi clock but did not see any Dengeki Daioh >_< Must search other stores fast!!!
My fave nendoroid from my collection is L from death note. Must take some cool photos.
Shana! Shana! Shana! I want the black haired Shana.. *wails in a corner*
figurines everywhere~ even in flowerpots, cute~ haha...
I much prefer the black haired Shana, but I've never seen the series so I'm not attached to her enough to be sad about not able to get her.
smiling black hair shana is the cutest >_<
Nice.^^ Got the new Mac keyboard.
The black hair Shana is coming out on December as a special release. What day is the release date?
I prefer Shana with black hair ^^ I want more money to buy more figures TAT
Everything always looks so well lit in Danny's room - I'm sure he must be as into his lighting as he is his figures! ^^
Oh, the life of a man who acquires SAFS everyday... It sure is different from us, normal people LOL
Man...I really want that black haired Shana nendoroid. I was supremely disappointed to hear it was limited. I see them on eBay but I'm not willing to spend $80 (thats with shipping) on a nendoroid. I'll just be happy with the red heaired version. Also is there any reason why your Alter Haruka is turned around?
image ID#23018 looks like she's giving the bow finger. ^^; about melonpan, never had them, they be not available in our neck of the woods. ^^; btw finally some gundam love. ^^
I'm not alone in prefering black hair!!! And black hair shana's head looks great on Melissa's body. Same for red-head shana's head on Yako's body too. Both Shana's heads look great on quite a few bodies. And Melissa's head looks soooo cute on Yako's body too!!! And then all the photos of your figures..... so much temptation.....so much jealousy.....
Danny your Gundam collection is like diminishing... ._. The last time I had a meronpan was June in Japan. Had to buy one and try it out, then I realised why Shana loves it so much.
I really want Black Hair Shana-chan....
So the black hair version will have two front hair styles, neko-mimi and sans neko-mimi?
Black Haired version is better IMHO. For Melon Pan, I've tried some (they even have it a Mcdonalds now). Its not that bad but I thought it would taste like melon. It has a crisp outside and spongy inside. A mild flavor (reminded me of Mexican bread back home). Personally, I like the melon pan with chocolate chips added.
Ugh so many things I must buy. A lotta games came out this month so no money was allocated towards figures. Gotta save up and expand my collection.
Funny thing I keep noticing, every Kan'U from Alter I has her hair almost touching the floor and mine is like the prototype which has her lower part of the hair in the knee zone, guess mine is the one closest to the prototype apart from the hair which is darker than the proto one
Nice to see the Gundams are still around.
They're both super cute but I love red so the red version's more appealing personally ^^ Shiki looks great so far, looking forward to her release.
Would like nendo shana very much. Black hair especially.
>>Haruhi and Shana are up to something. Cute picture, they look like plotting something big. lol:P
I find the red hair more dramatic, personally. Then again, I've always loved bright colors. The way you posed Miyuki in the first desk shot makes it look like she's wearing Char's skirt as a cape. XD
Man, I gotta watch my back. Figure are scary if they can even beat up the huge flying mecha that Gundams are. This is one dangerous hobby I've gotten myself into.
I kinda like black-haired Shana better, though I have red-haired Shana figure on my shelf.
I like this Nendo Shana, but can`t find a place to order yet, agh! By the way, you already have a nice collection, Danny...
I prefer the black-haired Shana, won't be getting one because it's too complicated to get.
Actually, Urusai Mode Shana irritates me, so I prefer her red-haired appearance -- although the whole melonpan thing is rather cute. Shiki looks absolutely gorgeous, can't wait for the review. :)
Heh, I've got a limited version coming in soon, it cost me $60 to get it though
I love Shana's stubby legs when she is sitting, so cute! XD
Awesome collection is awesome... I want black haired nekomimi Shana so much... :/
Melonpan (no me gusta porque es demasiado dulce no?) lol Anyway, Shana is very cute! I have a hard time deciding which is my favorite but meh i'm looking forward to getting Nankyouku Sakura just cuz she's so cute :3
I'm waiting for both to arrive soon. Grawgh.
I'm sure you've gotten this question before but... where did you get the chair for Tsukasa Figma? Is there a way to get them without having to buy a figure that includes the chair? Thank you~ ^^
She came with the first ever figma which was Yuki Nagato.
Ahh, darn it.. guess I gotta get Yuki then! Thank you! ^^
black haired shana sooo kawaii! unfortunately for me....she an exclusive :(
Melonpan..I think we have it here. lol! Gundam vs Figure OYW! The fluctuating figure urge in me is rising. Currently thinking whether to get the Cross of Venus for the figures or not.
That's a lot of eyes, in every sense, do you ever get the feeling that they're watching you? So are you paid in figures? it almost seems like it.
I dont really like shana neroid uniform because it kinds of make her look fat.
cant wait to get both my versions!!
I'm jealous as always - you got so cute stuff. I like the black hair best <3 And the combination with Melissas Outfit =) No melon pan around here by the way...neither any other delicious japanese food....and melon soda is so expensive ;_; I get melon pan only when I travel to japan so....like every 2 years -.-
man.. if i were to get a figure it'd definitely be shiki
Your "Melissa" and "Shana" are surely pretty! I look forward to released "Pixel-Maritan" soon.
Bah, need those shanas ASAP!!!
cant wait to get my hands on shana ^^
Danny,Danny,DAnny what did i tell u 'bout showin off all ur cool figures??!?!!! huh??!?! ur gona make me cry u know i know ur the bomb but dont rubb it in my face... *sniff sniff*
I prefer red hair Shana's!! But both figures are really awesome and cool!! Becoming a Shana's Fan!!.... O_O
Black haired Shana is best I think ^^ Especially when she goes >.<
Prefer Red Hair Shana
OMG SUCH CUTENESS KAWAII!! ^^^nice pix Danny & NICE FIGURES!
Do wants the Dengeki Daioh version. Planning on ordering a copy of the issue on the publishing date. Enpatsu to Shakugan no Shana is nice too but not as cute as black hair Shana
I plan on buying the red haired Shana.
creepy..... there's an arm looking out from under the brick on the second pic from Hectors desk
morvelous collection...
Those Nendoroid Shanas both look pretty good. But if i had to get one, i'd prefer to get my grubby little hands on the black hair version. Reminds me of the Shana short specials done by JC Staff. Those Omake with that chibi small nendoroid sized Shana. ^^
Danny, your office looks so lovely, so inspirational ^-^ **Glomps Black Haired Shana through screen** SO cute~ ;_; It's depressing that we can't get her... I really love the dark-haired Shana figures (except the Max Factory one). I've been hunting for Meronpan over here and all I get is some really confused looks ^^; I guess they don't sell here.
I think she looks the best with miku's meido uniform on. ^_^
Does no one other than me see Shana-Tan? Perfect replica! I'll get one to place on my head. :)
Thats exactly how i felt when seeing this nendoroid shana. Just looking at these photos of this shana makes me feel like getting one to replicate that Shana no Shakugan Omake Chibi OVA special.
Minus those cat ears of course.... ^_^
gah. i want thiss. her ears are so cute!
OMG.... lucky i dont enter here earlier... if not can be broke... poisonous.... poisonous...
メ、メ、メロンパン?? Hmm what's better, sword or melonpan...
Where can i get the Shana with cat ears!!??
Melonpan is SO inexistent in my area that I didn't even know it was real!
When I saw shana with the Melon Pan I was like "ITADAKIMASU!~" *is a freaak* >.<
Wow...I think I'm gonna have to get one of those now. :(
nekomimi neh...daaiiisukii desuu!!!!kawaiiyo neh....sorry for the bad jap written...i hav been wanting to try writing the jap i learned from watching anime...hehe><...n oh ya do anyone noe where to get those cute figurines???all i noe is buy comics...pls reply mii if u noee...nyaaa!!
waw, really a lots of figures.......... do you have figma rin tosaka, miku hatsune???
where did you get that firefox? i like the black hair shana better :) I found a bread shop that sells melon pan a few months back ^^
heh looks cute ^-^ would love to get one but there are barely any nendroids here in Canada....
Wish they sold Melonpan where I live. Black hair is pretty cute~