Kirby Amiibo - Japan Import (Super Smash Bros Series)

It was exactly what I wanted

Package was on time, came in good condition. Overall nothing wrong with the packaging itself... however Im rating this a 4 because its not what was advertised here. I was expecting the actual Super Smash Bros Kirby Amiibo as advertised. But still a great amiibo. It works with the new Kirby game and smssh bros. But this is not the correct product though. This neads to be listed as Kirby on Warp Star.

I recently reviewed the Shulk Amiibo from the Series 2 release. Much of what follows relates to both Amiibo’s in general, though I’ll specify below when I speak of Marth exclusively (or at least make the comparative notes obviously stated). Simply to share, as my bias surely affects my best intentions of a helpful review, I avoided purchasing any Amiibo figures until very shortly after the most present release of Series 4. That shared, due to a New 3DS mishap at a big box retailer, I was given store credit and with it, brought home my first 4 Amiibo (Series 1 Link and Zelda; Series 2 Toon Link and Sheik). After having these 4 Amiibo to experiment with, it was only after I truly made my first two Amiibo purchases (dare I say, invested), Series 2 Shulk and this figure, Series 1 Marth. I could not find the U.S. release of Marth at a price that competed with the Japanese release. After reading another review elsewhere, and realizing it doesn’t matter whether one has the U.S. or Japanese Amiibo release in terms of being able to port into Wii U and New 3DS XL games, I jumped at the opportunity to purchase Marth. My purchase of this Amiibo was wholly due to the excitement I have had in experiencing the gameplay of Code Name: S.T.E.A.M. for the New 3DS. I played the demo and while it was just so-so, still I remained quite expectant of what could be a great game experience due to the reviews I read by those fortunate enough to have more access beforehand. I have not been let down, neither by the game, nor with this particular Amiibo figure. As this is a review of Marth, the Amiibo figure, let me focus there on a number of points I hope will help you, the potential buyer of this out-of-print and increasingly hard to find figurine: As other reviewers before me have stated, comparatively this is a very well sculpted Amiibo figurine, though I must state this Amiibo is not quite at the level of Shulk, the most nicely sculpted Amiibo figure I have yet to own. Overall, Marth’s Amiibo presence is very much that of his game presence in Fire Emblem: a bit hesitant at first, but then comes into his own. Marth’s clothing and wardrobe in general is detailed and nicely painted (between the lines!), and his hair looks (just about) as good as it does in the game (LOL), but in some of the finer details of the figurine, there is a bit of a lack of detail…just enough to not quite be at the quality of Shulk (the high-water mark of Amiibo figures that I’ve seen thus far, admittedly, only about 6 or so). In terms of the actual sculpted figure, as with the other sword-wielding Amiibo I have, Marth’s Falchion divine sword is not perfectly straight, but bows slightly downward. Why is this? I do not know. Perhaps it has something to do with the heating and cooling process of manufacturing? Regardless, the materials (plastics) this Amiibo is cast in allows for the sword to be slightly misshaped. While this doesn’t bother me or affect my enjoyment of the figure, I can see more scrutinizing collectors of toys and figures to be irked by this oversight in the perfecting of manufacturing. Some Amiibo have colored or clear plastic supports extending from the base to the figure itself. Thankfully, Marth stands on his own two feet, so to speak (the base, however, like other Amiibo, has a strikingly similar “X” pattern as seen in contemporary X-Men comics, films, and the like). Rough dimensions for this Marth figure, from base to top of his head, is nearly 4-inches; from widest point to widest point (downward pointed sword tip to extended cape at the opposite side) is 3.5-inches. Regarding gameplay, the Japanese import has ported just as any other Amiibo has on my New 3DS. I would expect the same from others, especially with so many reports consistently claiming this is in fact the case. If it is not clear by now, I’m a collector of things, especially that which relates to Nintendo. Most of us seemingly having missed out on the U.S. release, is it worth it to purchase this Marth Amiibo for 2x-6x the MSRP? I cannot answer that for you, obviously, but having ported Marth into Code Name: S.T.E.A.M., if you decide to make the purchase, I hope your experience is as much fun as mine has been! Happy gaming and happy collecting!

First off, the Rosalina Amiibo is very pretty. It has to be one of the best designed Amigos. The colors are accurate and very vibrant. The packaging is just as excellent-looking as well. Now for the price. I bought this back in February when Rosalina was released in Target stores all across the nation (she was a Target-only exclusive). Even before I could check for her, scalpers had already bought her out at every store in my state. My friend and I made phone calls and she was available no where. So I took to Amazon and bought her for $30 the same day because that same friend predicted she would skyrocket in price eventually. Her original price was $13-$15 like all the other original Amiibo prices. Im hoping Nintendo will produce more faster so she can be affordable for everyone again.

The amiibo works and looks great. Zero Suit Samus is not the strongest of Amiibo fighters for Smash Bros, but if well trained she can compete.

There item is exactly what I ordered, at a good price, delivered very quickly. Cannot complain about any of that, those are all great things! Amiibos are collectable and mine was folded (the cardboard backing was folded over the plastic) to make it fit in a box when it could have been put in the other way (lengthwise) and it wouldnt have damaged the packaging. Pretty disappointed by that. But if youre gonna take it out of the packing, theres no prob

Works just like it should. Came in original packaging

Shes beautiful and cuts a striking figure. There is a lot of detail involved although I did find it kind of funny how large the feet are. I had to get her to add to my husbands Metroid collection. I took one star off because I bought this online not knowing she is available in stores locally for a much lower price. So maybe shop around at your local game store or grocery big box store before buying online and being taken advantage of with the price gouging. I did get the import version and from what Ive seen in stores locally the regular one looks exactly the same.

Anybody remember that guy who bought up a ton of Rosalina Amiibos because he didnt like her? Remember how people were charging up to 100 dollars for this little bit of plastic? Well this guy failed, because I finally got my hands on one! Reasonably priced for an import, and arrived earlier than expected with no damage to the figure or package. I love fighting against my Rosalina Amiibo i n Smash bros or simply displaying her on my shelf with the rest of my Amiibo collection! Take that Mariotehplumber!

Great looking amiibo. It came in the mail well before I expected it to. Not really the way to go if youre a collector since the box is kinda beat up. However, its a cool plus just because its from Japan and thats always cool. Customer service was also really great with a good deal and a nice note in it as well. Detail is amazing on the figure. Arrived without any defects or anything. Got it for my friend for his birthday and Im sure he will love it.