Bandai GX-71 Soul of Chogokin Voltron Golion diecast robot figure

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Voltron, Defender of the Universe returns! The single best-selling character in the history of the Chogokin series is back with amazing posability and, of course, the ability to break down into five lions. Also includes an optional screaming face to replicate battle scenes! The 270mm tall diecast figure comprises the Red Lion, Green Lion, Blue Lion, Yellow Lion, and Black Lion, and accessories include the large sword and twin smaller swords plus a variety of other weapons. Includes a stand. Packaging for Western markets comes with a special sleeve that features a larger Voltron logo, while the package underneath features the Golion logo more recognizable in Asian markets.

[@XXTROB]

It's been great having RPA reviews to watch again. This was the best review of this voltron I've seen yet and god I want it. I'm happy to hear you're not going to stop making videos Charles cause you are one of the greats man. Thank you for all the years of entertainment and hopefully more to come

[@michaelcabrera794]

There are a lot of GX-71 Golion reviews on KZbin right now, but few are as comprehensive and informative from a true fan's point of view/perspective unlike this one from Charles. He always is real and tells it how it is whether good or bad. Thanks as always for taking the time to put together this video review Charles. The height comparisons segment was really good to see and know. ROBOT JAPAN Forums Forever!

[@Godsize1976]

I had the Matchbox Lion Voltron as a kid too. I got it for my birthday one year and almost passed out from excitement. That's not an exaggeration. I loved that toy. I felt so giddy when I received the SOC version. This set is a love letter to Golion/Voltron. Such an awesome piece! Awesome review.

[@velezf216o]

I love the black background and style of this review. Best Toy Reviewer right here!

[@josephlytle1436]

I have never seen a Soul of Chogokin, thus far, sell out as fast as Voltron/Golion. When the 2nd production of this figure was available for pre-ordering on BBTS, It sold out in less than half an hour! I'm so glad I got a pre-order in before it sold out.

[@jgtdragon]

This is the one Voltron I will ever need! True Masterpiece!

[@arielcordero]

After watching this video I just had to buy this guy. What an amazing figure. Very expensive.... but worth every dollar. Will look great with my other Soul Of Chogokin figures. Thanks for the review.

[@gez9145]

I echo what the other chap said about appreciating your reviews... it occurred to me just now that I'd been watching your reviews for about five years now! Now I have a pretty substantial collection of my own and your channel has been one of the inspirations in making that happen. This toy is an absolute work of art. Really great to see you finally get your grail piece! Rock on.

[@skaranosofvalen7369]

What a beautiful Voltron figure, wow! Thanks for this review.

[@bee-beargaming]

It's always great for something that you never thought would come out to actually be released. You're reaction in this video was the same way I was with the Lego Voltron

[@RocketPunchArmy]

Imagine my reaction when they teased that dark photo of it! I freaked

[@kaltech04]

You convinced me that I should get this figure. I had the Matchbox version as a kid, and absolutely loved it (mostly because I liked playing with the lions more than the combined figure), I've been wanting to get another Voltron for the shelf for a while. However, the vintage figures cost crazy amounts, even the re-releases cost so much that it just made sense to me to take the money that it would have cost me to get one of those and spend the little bit extra for this version.

[@mbsilverarrow]

All these classic robots are insane

[@marcamico5254]

Had this set when I was a kid. Well,Christmas is right around the corner and definitely spoiling myself with this one. Nice review.

[@virkill3408]

I just snap one from bbts preorder, I’m soooo glad I checked every single day and hour for availability. It was worth it and I’m proud of myself 😁

[@saltymonkeyproductions2695]

Great review. I'm glad I have one of these. I kinda just got into watching reviews on KZbin but I've gone back and viewed several of your old ones. I love the way you do your reviews so stay at it. I've bought a few pieces based off of your reviews like Daltanious and Voltes V. You would definitely be missed if you left. Thanks again for taking the time to do the reviews and share with the rest of us.

[@orson9999999]

Best review of this so far. Thanks for the great work.

[@swalstar]

Noooo! not your last review! you're one of the best! keep it going!

[@8474Starscream]

Excellent review fellow collector. Like you I own MadToys King of Beasts and for the longest time was the best offering and still holds up with a different aesthetics.........Bottom line SOC for the win and is amazing. Superb build and likeness love the weight and how well the combiner mode is executed.

[@andrewtaylor940]

Great Review! The nice fully detailed and complete one that we have been waiting for. I do hope circumstances and resources start getting better for you soon.

[@scuba1788]

One of my favorite toys and cartoons from my childhood next to jetfire. I just saw this set for sale on BBTS and pulled the trigger, this is one I don’t want to buy a knock off that are all over eBay.

[@fritzykarl]

The extended elbows give it a double joint and provide a 90deg bend. The extra joint is just tight and its friction type and not ratcheted.

[@DolkkarToyznstuff]

Fantastic video of a fantastic set. I've been a fan of Golion since day one. This set really does it justice in my opinion and your review of it is excellent. Great job man.

[@unicron99999]

Great review! I got the Ultimate Voltron EX instead because I like the more modern stylized look that still manages to stay pretty true to old Voltron much better, and the size, but aside from those two things almost every aspect of this SOC version from articulation and accessories to price is just hands-down superior.

[@thatone85]

Great review! I've seen other reviews for this figure and yours is the best. You covered everything and answered questions about the item I had. Thanks bro and don't quit before you review the megazord that comes out later in the year

[@ZetZatar]

I've been holding off on getting a Voltron until the "right" one, and this one definitely looks like it's it for me!

[@alienrefugee51]

Get it, you won't be disappointed. I cancelled the Mad Toys GoLion V2 as soon as I heard the SOC version was really happening. This is THE definitive Voltron and the proportions are dead on anime accurate.

[@Sh3ba5843]

Soul of Chogokin is top notch. They don't make a bad figures. I bought the stupid Toynami one, when it was released. I am going to pose that one in lion mode, and set this one up in Voltron mode.

[@mmf1396]

Fantastic review as always! I grew up with the Third Dimension version of Voltron and had an all plastic figure of him. That is what got me into chogokkn. I absolutely loved it, but this SOC is top notch. The thing that would of made it perfect is if Bandai could of designed the legs of the lions to be replaceable with cover parts to make it look how Voltron appears in robot mode w/ out all the different lion legs visible.

[@digitalurbanstyle]

The silver mouths on the lions are cool, and I know that’s probably more accurate, however, I would have liked to have seen the Soul of Chogokin lions with the white mouths like the original toy. The crisp white stripe going down the heads of the red and green lion with the white mouth would really make the primary colors pop even more.

[@RocketPunchArmy]

I agree, I hope they do a recolor toy version like they did with Daltanious

[@abdulwarethlaham7112]

Man .. thank you ... I was waiting for your review on this "I got it already" but I enjoy your reviews :)

[@johnsonlee5905]

NICE SHOW! I LIKE IT SO MUCH! I HAVE BEEN WAITTING FOR ALMOST 30 YEAR TO GET MINE. IT REALY RECALL MY CHILD MEMORIES!!

[@APOL1000]

I've been waiting for this.Thanks!

[@robertosangalli6256]

beautiful Voltron bandai!!!!

[@Hipojak]

Great review, and you did it justice.

[@zurple1]

Hello, thanks for this review, i have watched a lot of reviews and this is the one, this review really led me to buy the gx 71 soul of chogokin, i was about to hunt and go for the infinity gokin, which i think is also good, but the gx 71, wow, i just got mine today and it is awesome, really a collector's dream. Thanks again for making a really informative reviews, i watched this sooo many times as it became my guide if i want to check on something like transforming to voltron, putting it back to lion mode. Thanks again

[@ROLEXUS21]

I appreciate what you do Charles. Please don't hang it up. Long live RPA!!!

[@nadiaamin8008]

He is one of my most favorite robots in the world 😎🤗.

[@eyescovered]

Great review. Ordered mine the other day. Can't wait. I hope they make Vehicle Voltron, too.

[@JaqV1100]

eyescovered In my opinion Vehicle Voltron isn't as good as Normal Voltron.

[@eyescovered]

Agreed, but I'd still like to own one the same quality and size as this one.

[@emiliorebenga443]

eyescovered Agree! I love VV!

[@Ultrazilla]

Great review, man! I know this was the big one for you, and you handled it with all the love in the world.

[@SeeminglyOdd]

looks like it would be a great addition to my Soul of Chogokin collection (So far I only have Spider-man's Marveller/Leopardon).

[@davidsimon1324]

that looks awesome. I have voltron and I got in around 1984. I also have a 3 ft tall mazinger z (tranzor z)

[@DiegoDoom]

Awesome Review!!!

[@uxuq123]

looks awesome.

[@Super_robot1]

Best robot channel 😍 i love it

[@mattytreks7875]

Epic!

[@6sh0tchangerreviews]

Hey Charles, grest and detailed review, $300 is steep but there is a lot of Tron here. I do like this a lot. Glad your not throwing the towel in just yet mate. I hear ya, bout getting to a point where you need to slow down on the collecting front. I am getting less TF now, mostly just the odd MP, 3P and rarely anything else. I have been getting more into Thundercats and MOTU but even that is slowing as I get closer to completing the items I want.

[@tatt4music]

Extending the arm joint does give him quite a bit more elbow bend. Enough for him to double wield his sword as a matter of fact. This is definitely the best Voltron ever. Just amazing quality , heft and detail. And the most pose able. Best toy of 2017!

[@RocketPunchArmy]

tatt4music i couldnt get mine to bend at that joint..tight!

[@tatt4music]

RocketPunchArmy yeah it is really tight. But if you look close you will see where it bends and it works great for posing. I did a pic review on Facebook with this set. Love it. And thanks to you I am into SOC now. I have Gaogaigar coming in the mail. :)

[@CMAG]

Thank you Rocket Punch for putting in SOC Voltes V in there!Awesome review as always!

[@RocketPunchArmy]

CMAG no prob!

[@alvind614]

I wish GX-31 Voltes V is as big as Voltron GX-71

[@impossiblepie]

I thought the mad toys version would be the definitive Voltron... I was wrong and I'm ok with that it looks silly beside the bandai masterpiece, fantastic toy and great review !!! I hope I'm able to get one someday.

[@kidchuckle]

Charles I've been waiting for you to get this out!!!

[@RocketPunchArmy]

Hey! here is lighter version where you can see more of the figures kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKSynKZso9erZrc

[@philiptonymcgrawjrthephilm1570]

Sweet VOLTRON

[@hulkout7457]

Awesome review thank you ..

[@yanyauma9776]

As many reviews pop up but eventually RPA is here and I do need your approval to decide my purchasing. Yes this is one of the greatest reviews I want to see, your true enthusiastic devotion to Voltron Golion I can really feel from you in this review scene by scene :) There is just one thing I desperately needed to ask from you: do you think after such a successful release will Bandai also pre-production of the SRC Voltron GoLion as part of their future manufacturing plans? I truly hope Bandai will answer our prayer. You did a great job Charles, well done!!

[@KYPT0KNIGHT]

there are things I still like about my Madtoys better, but this new SOC is amazing. I feel like the SOC is my legit classic Voltron, while my MT is my official re-imagined Voltron. I'm glad I have them both! Also I feel more comfortable playing around with my MT Voltron. Who knows lol

[@TDizon3]

Hey RPA! It would be pretty dope and informative if you did small little documentaries on all the Soul of chogokin robot's history. I'm pretty sure collectors and newcomers alike would appreciate the SOC more since most newcomers don't know anything about the robots history.

[@aero_punk0545]

my best childhood stories ever

[@pengepulmainan4792]

Nice review RPA!

[@jetset102]

Awesome review RocketPunch now soon SOC daizyujin aka MegaZord!!! Can't believe we have 2 awesome Soul of chogokins that pull Nostalgia Strings this year 😁😁

[@yohanfuretro-love.8306]

Super cool😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@arielcordero]

SPECTACULAR!

[@michaelmorris8671]

nice rev bro...can't w8 to get mine from the mail

[@aimanzainal4802]

You know it was voltron too that got me started. Well I'm about To!

[@RocketPunchArmy]

Voltron kicked off my robot craze for sure. Transformers warmed me up and Daitarn 3 was my first real Gokin. I remember in the 80s sitting in lunch room and some kid walked by with a yellow lion and my eyes went wide...i didnt friggin know a toy existed! (No internet lol) held it and that was it. This was even before the Matchbox toy. It was a Golion or Lionbot. Awesome memories.

[@meg-k-waldren]

33:55 Love how u put the Toynami version in a clumsy pose for the purpose of comparison. And you got Toynami black lion tail down in robot mode there too. Veeeeery objective.

[@RocketPunchArmy]

Yeah thats because the Toynami is a big floppy mess. The arms droop and tail wont even stay up, hence why its down. Im not going to tape the tail up and disguise that flaw. I love the Toynami but its no GX-71

[@Sh3ba5843]

so glad to see a video review up from you. You were the first reviewer I watched. You helped me build my collection in a way. You were so right with the Ultimetal Optimus Prime, unbelievable. I would of never bought that if it wasn't for seeing it on your channel. Next Ultimetal Magnus. Are they making a Megatron, I have seen the prototype, just wondering if you know of any rumors. Thanks again, nice to see you're doing okay. Peace.\

[@killerpitdbo]

Nice review! Best Voltron figure in the world! BBTS will most def send you the item like that. Their rating for box is 80%. I find that to be bull for a brand new figure. It more than likely did happen in shipping, but there is just not much room for error if box gets banged around. I ship all the time selling on ebay and I always use bigger size box with adequate padding. Yes it may cost more for box size, but I want my customers to receive it just the way they seen it and the way I sent it. Dont trust any shipping service to be careful with your packages because they are not.

[@RocketPunchArmy]

killerpitdbo thats the problem, box was too big which is fine but tbe boxes wre side by side. that like 20 lbs concentrated in the middle sliding about. plus the box had a HUGe kick on the side. Box was soft and flimsy prob due to weather. BBTS has always been good with my past orders. Too bad cllector option wasnt available

[@KamenRanger]

So, I read the instructions (as best I could with them being in Japanese) and I can't figure out how to detach the red and green lions after assembled!! I was scared to force it. Help?

[@aremdvnasophia]

I would love to see an updated Voltron Black Lion that chest could rotate forward in Lion mode.

[@stitchinggland4595]

that!!!........is!!!............awsome!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ngnaw]

Do you know what's going on with the Icarus/Madtoys/BUToys Voltron?? I have it pre-ordered but no news on it???

[@alienrefugee51]

@20:00 Because the weapons that peg in are lion specific

[@TabbyTimeOut]

they will lock in you just have to get the right angle. then they are a nightmare to get back out. ...but they do peg in securely.

[@CoinOpTV]

nice dude - figure looks great - shame I gotta make car payments at the moment and can't pick him up :(

[@gwaping75]

Lego Ideas is coming up soon with Voltron. Great if you can review that as well

[@patientmental875]

Hey man i just picked one of these up, do the feet on all the lions have a joint to press them flat in a wide stance? Mine dont want to seem to move & i dont want to break them off!

[@RocketPunchArmy]

I dont think all of them do. If they do its very slight. I dont have it with me to check. Most likely the manual will show a diagram of the movements if you are in doubt

[@aliasangelalias]

Question RobotPunch, what type of connection joint are the arms for Voltron? Will the connection wear after removing the arms number of times? I wish it has a button to release the arms. It seem to be some sort of function joints and they tends to wear down due to some play. What’s your take? and are there any tricks to remove the arms easily then to just do a strong pull on them? A different question, how does SOC Voltron stand next to MPP-10 oversized, what’s the height differences? Thanks for the video and your help.

[@andrewtaylor940]

The conection post on the arm lions is pure metal. The socket on the black lion is a metal shaft with a plastic or rubberish bushing inside that the posts socket onto. It is unquestionably the most solid and stable connection point I have yet seen in a Soul of Chogokin figure. It almost makes me think of auto parts the way it fits together. The only thing I might be concerned with is wear to the chrome plating on the metal tail/post sections. The bushing that they connect to is a soft plastic, almost like a washer you use for garden hoses or plumbing.

[@aliasangelalias]

Thanks Andrew for the detail insight on this connection. I never handle something this expensive before so, therefore; my mind is questioning certain connection such as the arms will it last due to extensive used.

[@elandraxe]

Hi, first of all I wanted to say I really enjoy your reviews. I decided to buy this version of Voltron despite it's higher price today. I expected my figure to be new as advertised by the professional seller but I have some doubts as the plastic doesn't look smooth ie with some kind of thin hair lines due to rubbing. This occurs especially on the black & red lion. Is this normal ? Could this be stock deterioration due to aging ? The chrome looks perfect though.

[@MillenniumFalcon]

Hey Charles - I love your review and I grew up with Voltron too and it's what got me hooked into Transformers too. Forgot that Peter Cullen narrated the carton intro. That guy is such a legend. I maybe dating myself but do you remember him as the voice of Venger in Dungeons and Dragons? In any case, I am catching up to this very late. Thank you for the awesome review...felt like I was right there with you totally geeking out over the box and figure.

[@RocketPunchArmy]

Thanks! I used to watch D&D but never noticed that lol

[@latinlabel]

Awesome review! How does the size compare to Ultimetal UM-01?

[@johnvaslarona]

Finally! =D

[@RocketPunchArmy]

John Aslarona i remember I used to get chogokin reviews immediately after release lol

[@johnvaslarona]

Haha worth the wait! #Cheers!

[@marklestergamayon7361]

Which is better Voltron or Voltes 5 ?

[@robertfang8437]

Can you explain to me the differences between Voltron fantasy jewels and Voltron Bandai?? I’m so lost. They both look the same

[@rickymondin]

Please keep the reviews coming Charles, maybe think of some alternative ways of income like Patreon for example to help with the expenses of buying these collector pieces. I personally enjoy very much your unbiased reviews, sarcasms, jokes and occasional clumsiness! Don’t stop but please do change background and lighting..... :)

[@Fushigidane143]

lol the moment you realize that roaring face makes him look like a blow up doll.

[@mbsilverarrow]

Charles u are the voltron master between this gx71 and the original bulky lionbot or matchbox version which u prefer if to only get one for collection? I can’t decide

[@RocketPunchArmy]

Wow...what a tough question. I grew up with the vintage so thats my favorite but I do love the looks of the new one. If its not about nostalgia, go for the GX. I personally cant be without either one lol. As a kid I probably would have chosen the GX for sure.

[@mbsilverarrow]

@@RocketPunchArmy which one u think has long term investment value the vintage around $200 on eBay these days gx new like $330? Because I can only pick one maybe $200 for old school no box nothing for $200

[@bluemantom77]

We where so lucky to have this toy I did not get the matchbox version I got the Japanese version we all the weapons I wish I had now

[@shtdaprdtr]

Love it but sad to see the grilles missing on his lower back that the matchbox had

[@3332221000]

Answer to his question at 45:45. Why didn't they put manes on the lions? Not all lions have manes, like females and young lions!

[@nemass26]

just a fantastic job with the review smart thinking to add mp-10 Optimus prime. how big is this figure to ultra magnus and metroplex

[@thespaceram2879]

i see you reviewing the upcoming playmates classic voltron soon. you'll return with another voltron review.

[@amj4564]

Great toy..next one would be a DX version

[@RocketPunchArmy]

Amj oh man....that would be INSANE

[@adriangarcia323]

So if you wanted can you have the green lion in the red lion spot and the same for the blue and yellow lion

[@TheForgotenStef30000]

37:57 Sorry RocketoPunchyArmoru-kun but after Voltron we do not need DaiRugger but a certain Robo cowbow who was in Saber Rider, yup after Voltron and Megazord I would love a Soul Of Chogokin Ramrod!

[@oysned]

Wow.

[@kkcc3916]

By chance do u know are they going to release another 3rd version of the gx71 golion? Thanks

[@RocketPunchArmy]

Yes, this year sometime in June/July if Im not mistaken

[@kkcc3916]

@@RocketPunchArmy that would be good, hopefully they will because i dont wanna pay 6 or 8 hundred for it now

[@Meekimotosyoutubechannel]

Blitzway one is nice but I might go with this one

[@RocketPunchArmy]

Not a bad choice at all!

[@Meekimotosyoutubechannel]

@@RocketPunchArmy What you think of the blitzway one?, As a SOC owner?

[@Hungarianbuttbabyy]

So happy I bought this

[@DennisTamayo]

Voltron was the Megazord before the Megazord.

[@marvinarmado6897]

Hi will you do a review on the icarus toys united gokin voltron? I cant seen to find any video reviews on it.. thanks

[@RocketPunchArmy]

Marvin Armado ive requested a sample but my messages get read and ignored. They probably knoW ill be honest

[@cliffordsy4249]

great toy review. but i think bandai could have perfected it with regards to their joints and movements in which they did on other soc. perhaps they will re release this again with better joints....

[@RocketPunchArmy]

clifford sy which joints? I think the joints were pretty good

[@OsamaAltmeme]

this metal ?

[@corkystorky]

Black Lion = Sphinx Green Lion = Puma Red Lion = Jaguar Yellow Lion = Cheetah Blue Lion = Cougar