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In today's development blog, we will be introducing more detailed specifications for the "CSM HENSHIN BELT ARCLE ver. 25th," which is currently accepting pre-orders.


Thanks to you, "ver.1," released in 2019, received positive reviews. Now that we're releasing an updated version, we're sure some of you are wondering what exactly has been improved. We hope this article answers that question.

First
Appearance update
It may be difficult to tell at first glance from the perspective of the image on the reservation page, but we have made changes to every detail of the design in order to create the "definitive version" of ARCLE.

First of all, how was "ver.1" made? It was made based on the design data of ARCLE from the previous series "Complete Selection" version, which was released 10 years earlier, and was arranged with reference to photographs of the figures in the movie. This time, we had the opportunity to use the actual model as a reference, so we made further changes to the model based on that.

The most obvious change is the "joint" part that continues to the left and right side moldings. We have adjusted the curve and depth of this part to make it closer to the one in the movie.



In "ver.1," this part was unchanged from the design of the old Concertina, and the curve remained quite pronounced, but in "ver.25th," we checked the actual design and made modifications to reduce the curve.

In addition, the "ver.1" was shorter in the depth direction, so when you put it around your waist, the side buckles where the left and right speakers are located were designed to be slightly closer to the front than your left and right hips. This time, this part has been newly designed and extended in the depth direction, so the fit on both sides has also improved.
The "CSM ALTERING" was sculpted based on the measurements of the one in the movie, so this distance was not a problem, but the left and right side buckles are positioned in the same position as the ALTERING.

In addition, we have made corrections to various details, and the parts shown in the images below have been updated.


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●Color update
The most obvious change at first glance is the gold color. We have adjusted this to make it even closer to the one in the movie. When painting the weapons in the "CSG Series," we pursued this and adjusted the gold color. This product's color has also been changed to match that. When you equip both the belt and the weapon, you will be able to really see how the colors of each item match.


In addition, the silver gunmetal color of ARCLE itself has been slightly changed, giving it a more substantial appearance.



● Audio gimmick update
"Ver.1" was well-received for its high level of audio reproduction, but this time we've added two new buttons and further sound effects, while striving to further improve the quality of these features.

- The transformation sounds have been re-edited and cleaned up! & new transformation sound variations have been added!
The "Mighty Form transformation sounds" and "Dragon Form transformation sounds" that can be heard in the released product trailer have been further refined from the "ver.1" transformation sounds, and have evolved to sound almost identical to the sounds in the movie.

In addition, the "Amazing Mighty transformation sound" has also been re-edited to more accurately reproduce the sound from the movie.

In addition, this time we have included many transformation variations, and a gimmick that allows you to select the transformation sound by holding down the four colored buttons.

Press and hold the blue button to transform → "EPISODE 6 Dragon Form transformation sound"
This is from the battle with Bazu, where it took a while for the transformation to be complete after pressing the button on his waist.

Press and hold the green button to transform → "EPISODE 8 Pegasus form transformation sound"
The sound of pressing the transformation button is the same as pressing the green button, and the transformation sound is interrupted by a waiting sound. Another feature is that the tempo of the transformation sound is longer.

Press and hold the purple button before transforming to hear the Titan form transformation sound from Episode 10.
This is a short transformation sound. It can be enjoyed in combination with the BGM standby function described below.

● In Dragon Form, press the blue button once before putting on the Rising Armor, then put on the armor → "EPISODE 28 Rising Dragon transformation sound"
The transformation sound has a distinctive "squeak, squeak, squeak...crackle" sound.


In addition, many other detailed variations have been included, such as the "ultra-short transformation sound (the transformation sound for just "Kyurururu Shakin!")," the "short rising transformation sound," and the "sound of transforming from a normal form to a different colored rising form," allowing for even deeper play with just the transformations.

The special move sounds have also been completely renewed, and we've re-recorded the sounds created during the development of the CSG series, and reworked the special moves of Growing, Rising Mighty, and Amazing Mighty, and have carefully reconstructed them by facing the work again. Rising Mighty and Rising Titan have added variations to the special move sounds, and now each can have two different special move sounds.
The explosion sound also changes for each special move. (In ver.1, a common explosion sound was used.)


●Newly recorded "MASKED RIDER KUUGA Special Edition Mighty Form transformation sound"!
The sound of the Mighty Form transformation scene in "MASKED RIDER KUUGA Special Edition," a re-edited version of Episodes 1 and 2 of "Kuuga," was different from Episode 2. This transformation sound will also be newly recorded.
If you press the green and purple buttons simultaneously while in the pre-transformation state, you will enter "Special Edition Mode" and be able to transform.

Additionally, the "EPISODE 2 Mighty Form transformation sound" has been re-adjusted to be closer to the sound in the movie than "ver. 1." Specifically, the punch sound has been adjusted to be closer to the sound in the movie, improving reproduction.

●Added various sound effects
The new buttons added make it possible to play various sound effects that were not possible in "ver.1".
Also, the sounds that are played change depending on whether it is before transformation or what form it is in.

●Before transformation: You can now play the "first belt wearing sound" by pressing a button.
In "ver.1", a sound was played when the power was turned on, but this time it can be played any number of times. Instead, the power-on sound has been standardized to the startup sound of the previous D mode.

●Mighty Form state: In addition to the addition of "punch sounds" and "jump sounds," it is now possible to make sounds such as "Gouram flying," "Gouram taking off," and "Tri-Gouram."
After playing the "jump sound," the infrared sensor will trigger the "landing sound." As you strike a pose in Kuuga's unique landing position, you'll hear the "splat" sound, making for a very satisfying NARIKIRI experience.

●Dragon Form: In addition to the "Dragon Rod impact sound" and "Dragon Rod rotation sound," this also includes a "jump sound," but this jump sound is different from the Mighty Form and is a unique jump sound specific to Dragon Form. Be sure to listen and compare them.

Pegasus Form: Like Mighty, it is now possible to play "Gouram related sounds," and the "noises caused by Pegasus' hearing" are still included. Unlike the previous button operations, it can also be played using a new button.
It also includes the "Grongi detection sound" and "Daguba detection sound" that were included in the CSG Pegasus Bowgun, and also includes a gimmick that forces it to degenerate into Growing Form when it detects a Daguba.

●Titan form state: It is possible to play the "Titan Sword attack sound."

●Ultimate Form: The "fire ability sound" can now be played by pressing the new button instead of the transformation button. It is possible to play the fire sound multiple times in succession.


In addition to the above, we are currently developing various other wonderful sounds to be implemented. Please look forward to them.

● Equipped with "pause sound" mode
The "pause sound triggered by the infrared sensor" feature that was well received in the CSM ALTERING will also be implemented in ARCLE. You can change the setting by pressing and holding the new button. Those who own ALTERING will appreciate the fun of this. Please look forward to it!

● Equipped with "time limit" mode
-After 50 seconds in Pegasus form, it will return to Growing form
- After 30 seconds in Rising Form, it will revert to Normal Form
This time, we have included a gimmick that recreates the setting and direction from the movie as a "mode."
In "ver.1", you had to set it up each time, such as by holding down a color button to transform, but this hassle has been eliminated.


Increased BGM and standby gimmick variations


This time, five more songs have been added from "ver.1", allowing you to enjoy even more scene recreation play.
The addition of the opening and ending songs is not directly related to the scenes, but we added them because we felt they were necessary elements for commemorative merchandise of the work.
"Will" is a memorable song that features the first battle scene in Titan Form.
"Henshin ~Kaishin" is the song played when Godai Yusuke, who had died once, is resurrected and appears in his Growing Form. It was also the memorable song in Beat Chaser's first appearance scene.
"EPISODE 48 Godai and Ichijo Farewell Song" is the song that plays in the scene where Godai says goodbye to Ichijo just before transforming into his Ultimate Form. (Please note that the song title listed is not official.) Because it was an important song for the Ultimate Form transformation game, we included it even though it is not specifically for Kuuga.


Furthermore, the "BGM standby gimmick" has also been improved. In addition to the standby playback when transforming, a gimmick has been added that reproduces the start of BGM during specific scenes.
Some examples include:

●A standby gimmick that starts "Kairan" at the same time as the "belt first wearing sound."
●In "Glowing Form Special Move Sound ③", a standby gimmick occurs where the "turn-kick" starts immediately after the "sound of glowing feet" is heard.
●A gimmick where "Destruction (second half)" starts at the same time as "Amazing Mighty Special Move Sound (second half)" starts.
→The sound source for this Amazing Mighty special move is divided into two parts, the first half and the second half, and once the first half has finished playing, you can press the transformation button again to start the second half. This means that you can continue the silence that follows a shootout with Gadoll and both being defeated for as long as you like.

Also, when you standby for a quiet song, the start timing changes depending on the song so that it will start playing after the transformation sound has finished, rather than at the same time as the transformation sound.
For example, "Hero ~ Earth" starts playing after the transformation sound ends, making it perfect for role-playing the Titan Form's first NARIKIRI in EPISODE 10!

Additionally, the "EPISODE 2 & Special Edition Mighty Transformation Sound" is set up so that the BGM will start after the transformation sound has finished playing, regardless of which BGM is on standby.


●Two new "Mighty Anklets" are included!
This is the most obvious difference from "ver.1".


The sculpting and paintwork are very beautiful, so as the person in charge, I can say with confidence that you will feel a great sense of satisfaction when you hold it in your hands!

The CSG series has released three weapons. If you combine the "Rising Parts" that come with them, the "Rising ARCLE Armor" included in this product, and this "Mighty Anklet," all of the items in the "Rising Power Set" released in 2000 will have been reborn as products for adults.


●The voice quality of Ichijo's mobile phone has also been improved!
What on earth is different about Ichijo's mobile phone?
We have made some minor adjustments, such as improving the sound quality from that included with "ver.1" and cutting out the slight noise that is present in the silent parts.

This concludes our introduction to "CSM ARCLE ver. 25th"! We look forward to your reservations. Well then!