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Secondhand Anime Merchandise Purchasing Guide
If you added up the value of my collection based on current aftermarket prices—or even original retail prices—you still wouldn’t come close to what I actually paid for it. That’s because I rarely pay full price. Over the years, I’ve learned how to hunt for deals, buy secondhand, and use the right resources to keep…
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How to start an anime figure collection
If you’re an anime fan, chances are you’ve thought about starting an anime figure collection. But where do you begin? For many fans, figures are more than just merchandise—they’re a way to own a physical piece of the stories and characters that shaped you. A favorite character on your shelf can be nostalgia, comfort, or…
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MyFigureCollection, and why you should have an account!
If you’re a collector of figures, MyFigureCollection.net (MFC) is the website for you! MFC is the world’s largest online database of figure information, with over 850,000 entries. Whether you’re looking for images of your favorite figures, want to know more about upcoming releases, or are just curious about what other collectors have in their collections,…
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Best Anime Figure Brands for Budget Collectors
If you’re new to collecting anime figures, one of the first things you’ll notice is how many brands exist—and how different their quality can be. At first glance, many budget-friendly figures may look similar. But once you’ve collected for a while, you start noticing differences in paint quality, sculpting, consistency, and value. If you’re collecting…
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VERBATIM TRANSCRIPT: Ushicon 2019 – Princess Tutu: Concept to Anime Panel – 02/16/2019
Verbatim Transcription of the Princess Tutu: Concept to Anime discussion panel from Ushicon 2019 on Saturday, February 16, 2019. I had the great honor of attending this wonderful convention and meeting all of the lovely guests who contributed to the creation and production of my favorite anime series.
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Princess Tutu – 1/6 Scale – Commission by Emerald Angel Studio
To commemorate the first blog post I will be showcasing my favorite figure and my favorite anime series.
House of Noblesse
A curated archive of anime, manga, collector culture, and literary analysis by Rae Lee.