The GASHAPON Line Reaches Monumental Scale with Articulated Mega Lucario and Mega Scizor

A New Standard for Capsule Toys: Pokémon Assembly Action!

As someone who appreciates how manufacturers push the boundaries of what’s possible in small-scale collectibles, I have to draw attention to this latest announcement from Bandai GASHAPON’s ‘Pokémon Assembly Action!’ (ポケットモンスター 組立可動！) series. Following up on significant releases like the Koraidon and Miraidon models, they are now presenting two fan-favorite Mega Evolutions: Mega Lucario and Mega Scizor.

What immediately captures my attention is the scale. These are being released in the 90mm diameter GASHAPON specification, resulting in an assembled figure standing approximately 10 cm tall. For a capsule toy, that’s substantial presence. It suggests a level of detail that standard, smaller capsules often have to compromise on.

Craftsmanship and Articulation

The focus here isn’t just on size; it’s on playability and display. The promotional images suggest that the design team has taken care to capture the distinct, powerful silhouettes of both Pokémon post-Mega Evolution. Look at the vibrant coloring on Mega Lucario—the deep blues and the structure around the aura spikes—it looks crisp.

More importantly, the description mentions simple articulation in the head, arms, and legs. This small degree of movement is crucial; it allows collectors to pose them dynamically, capturing the intense energy these Pokémon possess, especially when utilizing that included display stand. A static figure of this size is nice, but the ability to tweak the posture elevates the display value considerably.

Mega Scizor, with its massive pincers and metallic sheen, is always a visually striking design. Seeing it rendered at this larger scale, maintaining the sharp angles of the blades and the defined musculature, is promising. It offers a heavier, grounded feel compared to the agile look of Lucario.

While the 800 JPY price point per turn is higher than typical capsule toys, given the size (10 cm assembled) and the inclusion of articulation features, I see this as a necessary adjustment to deliver this quality level. This line feels like it’s moving away from mere novelty and towards legitimate, highly detailed miniature statues that just happen to start in a capsule.

🟢 Product Specifications 🟢

✅ Product Line: Pokémon Assembly Action! (ポケットモンスター 組立可動！)
✅ Manufacturer: Bandai GASHAPON
✅ Characters: Mega Lucario (メガルカリオ), Mega Scizor (メガハッサム)
✅ Total Types: 2
✅ Release Date: February 2026
✅ Price Per Turn: 800 JPY (Tax Included)
✅ Assembled Size: Approximately 10 cm tall
✅ GASHAPON Size: 90mm Capsule Standard