The long awaited Yagami Hayate is finally here to complete the Holy Trinity of Nanoha StrikerS.
2 weeks. That’s how long I have had Hayate before I did this review no thanks to school work.
But hey, better late than never like they always say.
Mahou Shoujo Lyrical Nanoha remains one of my favourite magical girl series with the best season in my opinion being the second season. Season 1 was kinda off-putting at the start with the “monster-of-the-day” routine. I enjoyed Season 3 though I’ve heard many complaints about the boring training arcs or lack of lolis or something.
Anyway, let’s get down to business.
Here’s Hayate fresh out of the box.
One of the first things I noted was that the point of movement for the torso is located much higher than usual (under the breasts so it’s a under-boob joint?). The other thing I noted was that she was uber cute. XD
Here’s a close up.
Also, Hayate’s battle-skirt (I think that’s what it’s called) is completely unattached. Which is bad news as it means potential chances of paint rubbing off. Guess you have to be more careful or take some precautionary measures. Though to be honest, I don’t see why they can’t make it attached just like Fate’s.
The skirt is unattached and free to move
Hayate has quite the few accessories though. She comes with 2 versions of her book, her staff, a cap and a set of wings.
To be honest, the thing about Hayate I liked alot was her wings. White battle armour with black wings is just awesome.
And of course there’s Hayate’s cap. Interestingly, a second hair component with a protrusion was provided specifically for Hayate to wear her cap. Not a bad idea.
Notice the protrusion and the notch in the cap.
Here’s a close up of Hayate with her cap on.
Naturally, the cap has many other uses as well.
Meet Thumb-san. Maybe I should make a 4-koma with him.
So anyway, lets move on to some of the official poses (those printed behind the box).
Hayate taking a test flight around the room.
Diabolic Emission!!!
A little close up…
Probably my favourite pic of the batch
After getting herself used to the surroundings, Hayate goes to inspect her troops. Nanoha and Fate greet their Commanding Officer ^^
And a short weapon inspection…
With the formalities done, it’s time to have some fun!
“All for one and one for all!”
Being able to do this pose makes getting all three of them worth it.
I need to get down to customizing Hayate’s stand soon.
Side View
Oh, did I mention that Hayate’s wings can be used for other figmas too?
You can click for a larger version ^^
It gives you WINGS!!!
Actually, I never liked the stuff =P
Also as a side note, I have created a new category specially for my Figurine posts called “Figurine Theater“. This is to separate my posts from the Figurine Watch! category and make my posts a tad more accessible.
Thanks for keeping tabs on TBE!
They look great together. It would have been a big mistake not to buy Hayate when you had had Fate and Nanoha. Congrats for completing the Great Mahou Shoujo Trio.
Sugoii~! Another Nanoha Fans! I got those 3 as well! Pending for reviews at the moment.
Yosh, I see everybody’s catching the Figurine Theater flue. Hope to see some nice stories up next time! ^>^
duuddeeee, i cant find one in my country ; ;
she’s got to be my fave from the whole series xD