NECA Hyper Maser Blast Godzilla 2003

I was in my local Target the other day, buying myself some new frying pans, when I strolled across the action figure section and saw that they were carrying some NECA figures, including the final 2 special Godzilla variants of 2003 and Biollante Bile Goji 89. I went ahead and picked up this Hyper Maser Blast Godzilla 2003, since I liked the interesting paint scheme and I really liked that figure. 

This is the same sculpt as the previous 2003 release, the color scheme being the only difference, mostly yellow on the torso and underside of his jaw, jagged yellow lines across his body, and some blue highlights on some of his fins, as well as what appears to be tan-hued "dust" on his feet an toes. NECA's 2003 Godzilla was a fantastic figure, so when I saw this version at Target, I figured I should pick it up, just to have a different variant. He has the same great articulation, it just may need some minor heating on the knee joints to loosen them up (as well as to apply the tail segment).

Here are some close-up shots of the paint applications. For the most part it looks pretty good, though they could've gone easier on the underside of his jaw; it's such a bright yellow to the point it looks like he rested his chin on fresh paint. The bluish highlights on his dorsal spines are cool, though I wish it covered all of the spines instead of just the middle ones and few down the tail. I guess it's to duplicate his lighting up, preparing to blast. The yellow lines across his body look cool. As for the "dust" effect on his shins and feet, I actually like it, especially the painted lines on the toes. Another cool thing about his paint job is this.....

This figure really stands out when placed in front of a black light, the yellow glows nicely. Though I did notice that the lines on his left foot either have more paint or are a slightly different shade, as they glow much brighter than his right toes. If you own a black light, this is a fun way to display this guy, or to take some cool photos.

The box art for this figure is also different, showing Godzilla roaring among explosions, with battle damaged Kiryu and Mothra in the background. The regular release has a blue reproduction of the film's poster, that also shows the Twin Fairies, Mothra larva and some cast members. 

I like that NECA would occasionally release special color variants of certain action figures, such as a green reactor glow version of their 90's Godzilla, and video game colored variants of Freddie Krueger and Jason Voorhees. Their Godzilla 2003 is such a great figure that I don't mind owning 2 different variants. It is one of NECA's best in terms of sculpt and articulation, so if you like the wild colors of this version, go ahead and pick it up. If you're satisfied with the standard release, that's fine, too. I'm a huge Godzilla fan, so of course I picked it up when I had the chance. This one is fun.

Enjoy this short stop motion I did using Hyper Maser Blast Goji 2003.