REVIEW SHFiguarts Kamen Rider Nago: Fever Beat Form, Bandai

This is review of Tokusatsu action figure SHFiguarts Kamen Rider Nago Fever Beat Form from Kamen Rider GeAts.

Tokusatsu action figure SHFiguarts Kamen Rider Nago Fever Beat Form Review

The SHFiguarts Kamen Rider Nago Fever Beat Form shares most of its design elements with the original Beat Form. However, the arms and legs have been updated with new sculpted parts, incorporating expanded armor that enhances the overall look.

Head Sculpt & Details

While the head sculpt remains identical to the Beat Form, the compound eye color has changed from red to yellow, significantly altering its impression. The headset and signature cat ears retain their sharp and precise sculpt, with meticulous paint application ensuring high-quality detailing.

Body & Armor Features

The chest and shoulder armor remain unchanged, faithfully recreating the speaker and equalizer-inspired design elements. These details add to the unique aesthetic of the Fever Beat Form.

Belt & Accessories

The belt is the familiar Desire Driver with the Beat Raise Buckle. However, this version introduces the Fever Slot Raise Buckle, adding extra functionality. The usual rotation and attachment mechanisms remain intact, with the Fever slot's right-side lever also being fully rotatable.

Arms & Legs

The arms largely maintain their previous design, except for the forearm, which now features the Fever Cross Bangle. The legs, on the other hand, have been completely redesigned, incorporating speaker-like details similar to the shoulders. The thigh armor has also been updated to allow front-and-back movement, enhancing articulation. Additionally, the chain on the left arm's bangle is carefully sculpted, though caution is advised during wrist swaps to prevent breakage.

Optional Accessories

Beat Axe & Additional Parts

The Beat Axe accessory remains unchanged from the one included with Beat Form. A joint part for combining weapons is also included, allowing recreation of the connected state if you already own the Beat Form's accessories.

Compatibility & Customization

If you have Nago's Entry Raise Form, you can swap parts to create a lower-body Beat Form combination. This provides even more display possibilities when combined with other figures.

Articulation & Poseability

The articulation structure remains the same as the previous Nago releases, ensuring consistent movement. As a female Rider, the figure has a slender build, but the joints remain firm and stable. The elbows require bending for a proper two-handed grip on the Beat Axe, but this pose is achievable.

In terms of proportions, the Fever Beat Form looks more balanced compared to the Entry Raise Form’s basic lower body. The added details on the legs enhance its visual impact, creating a more dynamic appearance.

Action Poses & Effects

The Beat Axe can be connected for extended weapon display. Posed with Tamashii Effect parts, it can recreate lightning attacks.

Kneeling poses are fully possible without issues. The final episode’s lower-body Beat Form kick can also be replicated.

Summary

While the Fever Beat Form retains most of the original Beat Form’s features, the addition of speaker-like details on the lower body enhances both visual appeal and balance. The figure maintains its excellent articulation, and the inclusion of the joint for connecting the Beat Axe adds to its value.

With Tycoon's strongest form already released, it would be great to see Nago’s Fantasy Form released soon before the excitement fades. As expected, the protagonist’s ultimate form, Geats IX, seems to be taking its time, but hopefully, we won’t have to wait too long.

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