Lion King Guy (GaoGaiGar)

DX HENSHIN CYBORG - LION KING GUY

On my routine toy run I stumbled across this figure called Lion King Guy. I knew this Cyborg bodied figure existed but didn't think I'd ever get my hands on one. I found him hiding behind other GaoGaiGar figures on the 30th of July, 2000 and just had to add him to my very small Cyborg collection.

I don't know much about the GaoGaiGar (GGG) anime (circa 1997) nor much about this DX Transformation Cyborg, but I hope someone will send me an e-mail with any online links so I can do some research. This particular boxed figure has some sun damage but doesn't affect its cool appearance.

This particular figure is listed as G-07 in the GGG line-up and has the following in its package (equipment pieces):

Shoulder Armor (x4)
Chest Armor (x2)
Pelvic Armor (x2)
Thigh Armor (x2)
Shin Armor (x2)
Foot Armor (x2)
Will Knife
Forearm Armor (Right)
Gao Brace (Left)
Horn Crown
Energy Acumeter (x2)

All of his armor connects to the various 5mm ports on the NHC body which actually makes this figure unique. His Will Knife is made of rubber and should've been made of hard plastic with a neon-green blade. But who knows what the little kids would do with a sharp plastic knife ;O

This guy has your standard Neo Henshin Cyborg body which has a clear, neon-yellow, and black color scheme. His arms (elbows to his hands) and legs (knees on down) are colored black with his non-removable head molded and colored to match his anime. I almost forgot the most obvious color; orange. He has a serious mane with two attachments (Energy Acumeter) connecting to his Horn Crown.

One last note, his chest armor opens on the left side to reveal his red heart which is activated with the push of a button. This gimmick is a standard feature for all Neo Henshin Cyborg figures. This is a good find for me and a very nice addition to my Cyborg collection!

"The Fight goes from here!"

Two years ago, Guy was wounded to near death when the first Zondar, EI-01, smashed through his shuttle craft. Thankfully he was saved by Space Lion Galeon and returned to earth. He was then given a second chance when his father, Shishio Leo, used the technology and the single G-Stone brought by Galeon to rebuild Guy--better, stronger, faster. "God has gifted me with this body in order to protect everyone," he says at one point, but it is Guy's skill, stamina, hope, and courage that make him the true Hero that he is. Guy also has serious feelings toward fellow GGG member Mikoto.

Guy, when fully equipped is quite dangerous. On his left arm is the GaoBrace housing the G-Stone and also sheathing the destructive Will Knife. Under his left breast plate lies his mechanical Heart--his right, sensor and communication panels. Guy is also capable of changing into "Hyper Mode" making him both faster and more powerful.

[ The above information credited to Goushou's GaoGaiGar Page ]