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X360 Strike Witches: SnT JPN

Import Preorder: US$75.90/each

JAN/SKU Code: 4521923280073

JAN/SKU Code: 4521923280080

 X360 Strike Witches: Shirogane no Tsubasa - Import Preorder
NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» In an alternate reality, the Earth and particularly Europe has been ravaged by the effects of an invasive force known as the Neuroi. To counter their assaults, humanity develops the "Striker Unit" which is an all-in-one device which grants wearers the power of flight, defensive measures, and enhances one's propensity for magic. In the world of Strike Witches, cat-eared girls serve as the warriors who don the Striker Units and thrust through the heavens to battle the insidious Neuroi.

   Originally a manga/anime, Strike Witches expands its reach with a horizontal shooter on the Xbox 360. The game features a cast of 11 cat-eared girls who are grouped into cadres of three whom take to the skies and shoot down waves upon waves of Neuroi attackers. The girls are:

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Yoshika Miyafuji
» Mio Sakamoto
» Lynette Bishop
» Minna-Dietlinde Wilcke
» Erica Hartmann
» Gertrud Barkhorn
» Perrine-H. Clostermann
» Francesca Lucchini
» Charlotte E. Yeager
» Sanya V. Litvyak
» Eila Ilmatar Juutilainen

   Strike Witches uses a control scheme that's reminiscent of Robotron where the left thumbstick on the Xbox 360 controller is used for movement and the right thumbstick shoots. This control mechanism allows for flighty movements and rapid-fire 360˚ directional shots as Neuroi enter the screen from all quarters. Furthermore, the trio of girls that the player selects may be arranged in various flight formations to counter threats and overcome obstacles during the course of the game.

   Modes include a Story Mode which includes cinematic sequences, a Practice Mode for honing one's skills, and an Online Mode where players can post their top scores and check where they stand on a national leaderboard of elite Strike Witch handlers.

   Preorders are welcome for a Regular Edition of Strike Witches at JPY7329 or US$75.90 from NCS and a Limited Edition which is packaged with an exclusive Yoshika Miyafuji Nendoroid toy which includes a gun prop, an inner tube prop, a backpack prop, and an extra face to change her expression. Please note the quantity of the Limited Edition will be allocated based on how many Regular Editions we purchase. Due to this preorder stipulation, please be advised that there may be shortages.
 
 
 

TOYS Korilakkuma 7th Plush JPN

Import Preorder: US$39.90/each

SKU Code: 1680010189SS5919

 TOYS Korilakkuma 7th Plush Doll XL Premium - Import Preorder
NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» When Rilakkuma the lazy-ass bear needs someone to talk to, he'll call up a little chick named Kiriroi-tori or a cream-colored bear known as Korilakkuma. System Service ignores Rilakkuma and Kiriroi-tori in their next Rilakkuma plush toy and goes only with Korilakkuma. The new Korila toy is special because its big. Massive even. Measuring a mighty 55cm or 21.65" tall and roughly 30cm or 11.81" wide, the Korila plush can be used as a pillow, a huggable toy, or a scarecrow to frighten crop invaders.
   Preorders are welcome to ship in mid-late August 2010 at US$39.90 each from NCS. Please note this item will incur dimensional weight and NCS recommends only shipping by UPS Ground within the U.S.
 
 
 
 

TOYS Rilakkuma MakuMaku JPN

Import Preorder: US$20.90/each

SKU Code: 1680010189SS5913

 TOYS Rilakkuma MakuMaku Solar Mascot - Import Preorder
NCS Product Synopsis
«©NCSX» Toys that run on solar power are eco-friendly since batteries aren't required and the loving light of the sun is all that's necessary to make them move. Solar toys are simple, run clean, and won't pollute our waterways. Kindly ignore the few ounces of PVC that were used to create the toys.
   In the case of the Rilakkuma MakuMaku Solar Mascot, the brown bear known as Relakkuma and his honey-colored friend Korilakkuma are about to dig into a sweet dessert that sits at their feet. Whenever sunlight glances at the solar panels located at the front of each toy, the bears will wobble their heads and pump their spoon-holding hands. Preorders are welcome to ship in late August 2010 at US$20.90 each.
 
 
 

NEWS Photos NYC USA

 NEWS Photos from NYC
NCS Synopsis
«©NCSX» Nothing much is going on import-wise so we're throwing up some photos taken around town in a little gallery. To pass the time yesterday, we twiddled thumbs, played a few games of Donkey Kong Hockey, and shooed squirrels away from the rooftop garden.
   Today's plans: Read at least two comic books, build a wood trellis for the tomato plants on the rooftop garden, and attempt to arrange the objects on one of our office desks so that they comply with proper feng-shui principles. I.e, the letter opener probably shouldn't be pointed at anyone. 
 
 
 

FC BPS-Max Joypad JPN

Olde Import: $28.90/ea

SKU/JAN Code: 4988627000046

 
 
 SOTW BPS-Max Controller for Famicom - Clearance
NCS Sale of the Week Offering: May 04, 2010
Original Release in Japan: October 1987
«©NCSX» Brand new and factory packaged BPS MAX controller for the original Famicom (Original 8-bit console). The BPS Max could be considered a precursor or perhaps inspiration for the design sensibilities of the Sony Dual Shock with its stubby finger grips and rectangular shaped main body. In our opinion, the BPS MAX has a built-in learning curve in order to be used properly. A player who grasps the controller for a few minutes and twiddles mindlessly with the red Cycloid Pad might not appreciate how it's supposed to work. Hint: It's not supposed to be shuffled around by its non-centering lonesome.

   The Cycloid Pad is surrounded by a "Donut Pad" which works like a standard 8-way D-pad which measures roughly 1" in diameter. You could try to manipulate the Donut Pad by pressing on it directly but that's unwieldy and uncomfortable. For proper usage, situate your thumb upon the Cycloid Pad and press down and move it all around in order to manipulate the Donut Pad. Got it? You're supposed to press on the Cycloid Pad in order to exert control on the surrounding Donut Pad. It's a thing of beauty once you realize how smooth the control mechanism is for shooters, some sports games, and select platform titles on the Famicom. As an extra bonus, a turbo-fire function may be toggled for the "A" and "B" buttons which allows gamers to gun 16 shots per second.

Product Condition
  
NCS' remaining inventory is brand new and factory boxed in the original cardboard
containers with removable plastic window. The packaging is in overall very good shape with all remaining inventory in undamaged condition but please note that there is some scuffing and slight creasing of the cardboard boxes due to years in warehouse storage.

Sale Offering

  
Pricing per BPS Max controller is set at US$28.90 each. If you reside in the USA, NCS recommends USPS Media Mail shipping for the most economical domestic service. For our customers outside the USA, NCS recommends normal Airmail International service. «Photo Gallery»
 
 

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In Loving Memory - M. Lee

Summary of the Week
Monday PS3 Demon's Souls: Black Phantom Edition  NEWS Shin Koihime Musou Otome Ryouran and Twinkle Queen delayed, Golden Week Holiday in progress  SOTD Hori Pocket Analog Controller for PS1
Tuesday NEWS Preorders welcome for TOYS Hello Kitty Formation Arts, TOYS Kingdom Hearts Avatar Trading Arts Mini, TOYS Water Turtle Strap X Magnet Gashapon  SOTD BPS-MAX for Famicom
Wednesday NEWS Reservations open up for X360 Strike Witches: Shirogane no Tsubasa, TOYS Korilakkuma 7th Plush Doll XL Premium, TOYS Rilakkuma MakuMaku Solar Mascot, ETC Photos from NYC
Thursday NEWS Preorders for NDS Keshikasu-kun and  PSP The Conveni Portable  NEWS Golden Week concludes
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