Valaverse Action Force Senshi

[@danbadd]

FYI: He's not a samurai because unlike ninja, samurai is not a kind of martial artist or an occupation. The term refers to an extinct social class so calling him a samurai is like calling a gecko a dinosaur. Also, Senshi's filecard claims that his family katana was "...wielded in defense of the Emperor" which is ironic because throughout their 700-year history, the Ikeda clan was never closely aligned with an Emperor, nor did they defend one in battle. They were actually known to have aligned themselves on multiple occasions with local feudal lords and ruling shogunates that rivaled the emperor of the time. That is all.. 😅👍

[@outlawartshow]

Senshi's pistol is a mark 23 socom and the thing on it is LAM (laser aiming module)

[@falcon048]

I preordered him, as well as the Big Bad ToyStore version. I am thankful that big circular joint in the shoulder is gone. If you go back and look at the promo shots for Series 5, they all have a big, glaring circular joint visible in the shoulder. I was afraid Bobby had completely changed to a "pinned" shoulder joint. I am also not all that happy with the head sculpt. I was already going to replace the head with a hooded vala-head and then add the Oni head gear. That ought to look pretty sweet! The best thing about Valaverse is how modular it is. You can easily mix-and-match to create the version that looks best to you. :)

[@LandofMert76]

I like his colors alot more here than when they first showed him

[@kenbest76]

Way better looking in the “flesh” than the digital renders. Love how the mask elements integrate into the new helmet and articulated NODs are great. In the end, “tactical samurai” just ain’t my jam. I might have to pick up some of the new weapon packs based on what I’m seeing here though.

[@aliteralchad7128]

Deff agree looks better In person but still not good

[@uniballoutlaw]

his pistol is REALLY similar to the Older Hk Socom reminds me of Splinter Cell

[@beesbattlegrounds]

I think that's what he was going for

[@TheHairyGorilla]

Metal Gear Solid I'd have said :P

[@uniballoutlaw]

@@TheHairyGorilla true it too, I guess we need a GoldenEye gun eventually too

[@BoardwithFigures]

Looking at the figures together, the Monster Force figure looks really good

[@TheHairyGorilla]

For someone who criticize others designs... that holster for the suppressor...

[@nottopgoon5773]

Damn that figure looks fire

[@sherwoodcrump3716]

He looks good. Definitely a change from the previous series bucks, but I like it. Good review and thanks for posting it.

[@Charlie_5.5]

Congrats on making the 1st Series 5 review. I dig it, Ninjas and Samurai always grab my eye. His code name could have been better. I'm looking forward to the Night Ops version.

[@solosinner112]

great review - can't unsee the chest armor now, definitely looks like narrow. and looks like the shoulder and thigh 'samurai' armor is upside down?

[@davidr8389]

Great review. I did my preorders with a retailer this wave, so it will be another month or 2 before I get any series 5 stuff.

[@jaseys]

Well leave it to Mr Bee to answer all my questions about this figure right off the hop. The Quad Nods are Awesome, and the fact that they are compatible with the original helmets is Sweet, and being able to flip them up, is next level for Valaverse. The rifle looks great with the removable suppressor, and is that a window mag with Ranger plate?? Very Cool !!! I thought the side arm was going to be the Maxim again, to see it’s a Socom with red dot or laser with some very nice detail is excellent. The double neck joint looks to work very well, and a prone and proper sniper pose looking down the optic looks well within reach. I like the tactical combat hiking shoes, and the way the ankle area blends in with the pants looks much better than in the prototype pics. I like it better than the Duster pants look. Lots to be excited about for me with this figure. Thanks for yet another thorough Action Force review.

[@uniballoutlaw]

I haven't ordered any series 5 figures yet but this is the one I was thinking about getting thanks for the video

[@Deadspace448]

Face sculpt looks better with the mask on, only noticable nitpick are his eyes. Aside from that the figure is ok, nice accessories and it's a new body mold with a cool removable vest. I prefer the Night Ops version better though.

[@lobomella128]

Nice review. I only wish you'd put his helmet on at some point 😅

[@beesbattlegrounds]

I took a picture and posted it on my page to show it better than the video could

[@johnlogan9427]

This one is definitely not a ripoff of Budo from GI Joe. I'm sure the "Buda" name was just a coincidence too. Lol! The rifle looks a hell of a lot better without that over sized magwell the older ones were plagued with. I didn't get this one. I pre-ordered the nights ops version.

[@aliteralchad7128]

Face sculpt isn’t as bad as I initially thought but still bad and I love you said the figures cringe which is the issue since day one he needs to hire an art director with an ounce of creativity because he does ALOT right but what’s keeping mass appeal is a spark of creativity and good design

[@jigsawnora3207]

I don't want to say he is mid but I do like his mask a lot. Nice review 🎉

[@samarguello533]

You didn’t even put the mask on him?

[@beesbattlegrounds]

@samarguello533 I made a post for it on my page, showing a better shot than the video

[@mamunestor]

Ok I put my order in for the night ops version. 😂

[@damador2424]

I'm liking the rifle and sidearm. The surpressors look good. buck dont look too hot, and head sculpt looks bad. Those nods with the pivot are fire. I am waiting for mine, looking forward to this wave. thank you bobby for the review.

[@LuisOrtiz-tt1uf]

Awesome video and awesome action figure bro

[@jeffmorris508]

Nice, you already got your series 5 figures. Mine should be shipping soon I hope.

[@aaronscott5882]

A first-rate review of Senshi and his cool accessories!

[@rongee7337]

WOW FIRST REVIEW OF A SERIES 5 FIGURE NICE!

[@machineman6498]

Not bad. Face is ok to me but the hairline throws it off. Inclusion I guess. Was that “JanKi” sticker on the bottom of the stand a prototype? That’s a lot of Chinese information.

[@fightincodenames481]

Great review Bee!! I love AF & Joes but that Monster Force really does standout between them.

[@RichardHopeless]

He's one of my two preorders from Action Force and I'm mad I didn't notice the armor plates on the shoulder and hips are upside down.

[@solosinner112]

i was looking for this for the comment 🤣 ...bothered me from the beginning, but no one seemed to notice/care.

[@RichardHopeless]

@@solosinner112Yeah feeling a little dumb for not noticing it at first. I was too distracted by the mask and crest. I guess some cutting and gluing are in my future.

[@aliteralchad7128]

With all the updates in tech (im a professional artist) I’m baffled these companies struggle so much with human headsculpts. Even if you lack talent how hard is it to scan a random interns head and put it on a brush? It’s crazy to me that the digital renders look bad what the hell do they expect when they go to production. Good Heads make the figure and can even pull a lot of the weight for a bad body design if your not leaving the gate with something that is agreed to be kick ass then your doing something wrong

[@betaswitch1]

I passed on this one.

[@mrnic4787]

Didn't pre-order but he's a buy need all the original figures i can get great video

[@Skydrowalker]

Great review, really cool ninja 😂😂😂

[@Rakerong]

Nice quick review on it. I actually wasn't feeling the helmet with the menpo face mask and crest but it looks decent in this video. I def think it needed a neck guard to fully immerse in the samurai kabuto look but It'll be fun to customize it once I get my hands on it. I also preordered the BBTS night ops Senshi too. Colors are throwing me off. I thought the uni was more OD green but it looks almost like a khaki. Could just be my screen and color settings. Can't wait to see the review on the rest,

[@petarpetrovic-ix3sb]

It’s kind of mediocre.🙁

[@MaximumWarp2099]

I like the figure but think the color scheme is a bit wrong for him. He kind of looks like he’s wearing a utility workers jumpsuit with samurai armor over it. Maybe if it were a darker green of even a darker tan. Either way, I decided to order the night ops version instead.

[@beesbattlegrounds]

Agreed I think a few shades darker for both the green and tan would have helped

[@patientmental875]

7:44 What do you notice when all 3 of those are lined up?

[@beesbattlegrounds]

You tell me

[@ChrisP-jq5lg]

His eyes seem just a bit too far apart to me. Not overly so but just enough to make you wonder if something is off.

[@scottyphillips7799]

His face sculpt looks like a pissed off Miles Teller. Something is just off about it I don’t know if this is a get or pass.

[@brianking581]

Good review as always sir. I might just leave this one on card. G.I.Joe, AF & MF all look great together, wish I was a kid again playing with these outside or on the floor of my room😁. I gotta get the Ramen black van for Monster Force. Can't wait for the rest of the series reviews.

[@blkrazor8866]

Nice review. I'm actually more interested in the night ops version than this one. I think the unpainted face with this one might look better on the night ops version along with the silver oni mask.

[@guineapig1978]

Great review 👍, waiting on my stuff...coming in a bog box soon. Get your kits...and your shoulder pads 😋

[@aliteralchad7128]

It’s mediocre like most everything released today that’s put out but companies that lack a team driven passion with exceptional talent. In 2024 it’s hard to find anywhere.

[@lenscrivanich1885]

I like the weapons and some of his gear but the figure... I think I'll pass. Are you sure he's not a Ninja??? lol

[@Paul-qw1yf]

So, I passed on this figure because his face, sucks and I don’t like his little shoes. Why no boots? There’s something weird with this one for sure.

[@MACN_XX3]

Is that a honey badger ar?

[@Taikuken]

LOL, I don’t get why Bobby Vala doesn’t like ninjas. It’s an oddity. I’m glad that they decided to update there neck design from that weak marvel legends style.

[@diggdirkler9445]

Kinda glad i didnt go in all the way on this line, somethunt about it just doesnt look cool or interesting to me

[@raymondjones5909]

Colors are aren't that good I like the promo shots better

[@andrewtaylor940]

Valaverse Wave 5 has me mixed. I want the Colonel and Sidewinder. Great headsculpts, lots of character. Senshi and ATlas feel lacking in personality. And that Senshi helmet just doesn't blend well with the aesthetic. I like the robot guys, but much prefer the green con ones that I already have.

[@Rakerong]

I think it's a safe bet to assume that we will get expressive headsculpts with the series 5 guys. That might make them better for personality. But I want to get them in hand first to see how they pose and mesh with the rest of the collection. Might work out better than expected.

[@MontanaJ21]

Man......... seems underwhelming. Still looking forward to mine and the B.A... I mean praetorian but with monster force shipping out.... this looks very cheap

[@javierbaltazar8431]

The assault rifle is nice, the overall figure…eh!

[@Venom-cd7tw]

Shameless Snake eyes rip off 🤡🤡🤡😂

[@jmblazer72]

I'd say he's closer to GI Joe's Budo.

[@kylelewis9110]

​​@@jmblazer72No Way. You're telling me a character named BUDDAH is like BUDO? No, that must be wrong because Valaverse is totally original.

[@KaosDaddy69]

It looks a lot better when you put his mask on and watch😮😢 a video that shows it with all his accessories on

[@GRAYMATTER_235]

I’m so glad I didn’t get this guy. It just looks so cheap next to GIJOE.

[@cmoney7363]

As a kid I really liked Buddha from the 3³/⁴ Joe's & this one is ok 👍🏼 but here is my issue, these figz are way too expensive for me. I ordered the Action Force A-Team Hannibal looking Fig from Valaverse & the Fig came out to just a little over $40 with taxes & shipping for 1 fig! It's just way too much. I am only picking & choosing this line.

[@JoshFIG]

Im not digging the tan or the green colors but I am glad I ordered the entire wave. Fresh Monkey Fiction made some amazing figures. The weapons by gridiron are awesome but I only have Van Helsing