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Super Sonico - Figures

Super Sonico is a girl who has taken the anime world by storm. Originally created as a mascot for Nitroplus, she has gone on to release songs, appear in video games, and have her own anime. Her childish and sweet personality, accompanied by her pink hair and attractive figure, have earned her a huge following so far. The anime has inspired several figures that are particularly popular among fans due to their attractive design. Some of the popular figures from the Super Sonico franchise include "Super Sonico: Libra Ver. 1/7 Scale Figure", "Super Sonico: Summer Vacation Ver. 1/4.5 Scale Figure (Re-run)", and "Super Sonico Hestia Ver. 1/7th Scale Figure".

Super Sonico: Balance Ver. 1/7 Scale Figure

The most popular of the bunch, this figure features Sonico in an outfit inspired by the Libra zodiac sign. Based on an original illustration by creator Tsuji Santa, this figure is adorned with wires, chains, and etched pieces. Expertly positioned chains hold Sonico's bikini top and connect her headphones to a scale. The iconic scale is carefully sculpted, supporting Sonico's breasts while she wears a rather coy expression. The user can swap this expression for a brightly smiling Super Sonico. Her translucent skirt with gold trim is also removable, making this a highly versatile and customizable figure.

Product Name: Super Sonico: Balance Ver. 1/7 Scale Figure
Series: Super Sonico
Manufacturer: Good Smile Company
Sculptor: Yoshiki Fujimoto / MIC
Features: Painted, non-articulated, 1/7 scale ABS and PVC figure with stand
Height (approx.): 220 mm | 8.7"

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Super Sonico: Summer Vacation Ver. 1/4.5 Scale Figure (Reprise)

This high-value Orchid Seed figure has been brought back due to high fan demand. This beach-themed figure features Sonico in a light blue and gold two-piece swimsuit that appears to fall off her, giving her an adorable surprised expression. She also wears her signature guitar necklace, a pretty rose gold wig, and, of course, her headphones. This carefully crafted piece shows off the movement of her hair and swimsuit exceptionally well, and her body lines are perfectly defined.

Product Name: Super Sonico: Summer Vacation Ver. 1/4.5 Scale Figure (Reprise)
Series: Super Sonico
Manufacturer: Orchid Seed
Sculptor: Mohio / Ranmaru
Features: Painted, non-articulated, 1/4.5 scale PVC figure
Height (approx.): 350 mm | 13.8"

Super Sonico Hestia Ver. 1/7 scale

This goddess-style crossover figure is based on another illustration by Tsuji Santa for the tenth anniversary of Super Sonico. Sonico is depicted wearing Hestia's outfit from "Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?" This figure features Sonico in a new style, with her long hair tied into two pigtails and kneeling on one knee while flashing an innocent smile. This goddess-style outfit reveals the arch of Sonico's lower back in a charming and elegant way. Purchasers can also receive an illustration card with Tsuji Santa's original illustration.

Product Name: 1/7 Scale Super Sonico Hestia Ver. Figure
Series: Super Sonico x Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?
Manufacturer: GENCO
Sculptor: HIDE
Features: Painted, non-articulated, 1/7 scale figure with base
Height (approx.): 175 mm | 6.9"

The History of the Super Sonico Series

The story follows the life of an eighteen-year-old girl in Tokyo named Sonico, who struggles to balance her school life, modeling, part-time job, and her band. Here's a brief overview of the story.

Series Overview

Super Sonico the Animation is a lighthearted, slice-of-life anime. It focuses on Sonico, a cheerful and bright young girl living in modern-day Tokyo, as she juggles all her responsibilities. From episode to episode, Sonico and her friends experience various mishaps as they go about their daily lives and learn to love and embrace themselves. Sonico herself wants to grow as a member of the band and a professional model. The band's various songs are featured as the opening and ending songs of the anime. Overall, the anime creates a relaxed and positive atmosphere with likable characters who build on each other, stunning artwork, and excellent music.

Characters from the series

The anime primarily centers on the innocent and brilliant Super Sonico herself, though viewers rarely see her alone. She is often accompanied by her two best friends, Suzu Fujimi and Fuuri Watanuki. Other recurring characters include Sonico's manager, Kitamura, and her co-worker, Ouka Satsurikuin. Many supporting characters also make appearances throughout the episodes and interact with Sonico and her friends.

The development of the Super Sonico series

Super Sonico the Animation is unique in its development, stemming from the popularity of a mascot created by Nitroplus. Here's a brief overview of the series' production and development.

Mass production

Sonico was first released in 2006 by Nitroplus, a Japanese visual novel video game developer. She appeared as a mascot at a music festival they organized and began to gain popularity after that. Merchandise exploded in 2011 with the release of the first Super Sonico album. That same year, a manga and visual novel were published, her popularity following that of Nitroplus itself. Finally, in 2014, the Super Sonico anime was released.

Reception of the series

Super Sonico is loved and revered by her fans, and the character has become a central figure in Nitroplus. Her merchandise is a must-have for collectors and Nitroplus fans, and her gentle demeanor and personality have garnered a massive fanbase. The series ran for 12 episodes in 2014 and remains popular among anime fans to this day.