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Some figures don’t just sit on a shelf, they explode into it. The moment you see Matoi transforming, you’re not looking at a static collectible. You’re looking at pure momentum, captured mid-rebellion.

This figure went under my radar and when I finally stumbled upon it, I thought it might be a re-release. To my shock, it wasn't. Everything about this figure is an homage to the series and the perfect look to immortalize. When the series originally aired, there was a similarly designed prize figure released but prize figures back then were very different in terms of quality from today.

Kill la Kill is the brainchild of Studio Trigger and what put them on the map. With members from Evangelion’s Gainax studio venturing off on their own, there was a lot of hype for what the studio could do back in 2013. Kill la Kill solidified the studio as more than capable and made Trigger famous for its aggressive animation style, exaggerated motion and unapologetic energy.

On the surface, Kill la Kill looks like a loud, absurd action show about living clothes and half-naked battles. Underneath, it’s a sharp, self-aware story about power, identity, and rebellion.

The story follows Matoi Ryuuko, a delinquent girl wielding a giant scissor blade as she searches for the truth behind her father’s murder. Her journey brings her to Honnouji Academy, a fascistic school ruled by the iron-willed Kiryuuin Satsuki, where social hierarchy is enforced through sentient uniforms called Goku Uniforms.

Ryuuko’s weapon and greatest curse is Senketsu, a living Kamui (God) that bonds with her through blood. Together, they fight an escalating war that quickly outgrows the school setting and turns into a full-scale conflict about control, conformity, and freedom. The premise is intentionally ridiculous. The execution is not. And fan service is a theme.

Yes, Kill la Kill is infamous for its revealing outfits, but unlike most anime, it acknowledges and weaponizes that fact. Clothing is literally power. Shame, exposure and confidence are narrative tools, not excuses. The more characters accept themselves, the stronger they become. For many fans, this self-awareness transformed what could have been cheap fanservice into something bold and confrontational.

Ryuuko isn’t a passive protagonist. She’s angry, stubborn, insecure and deeply human. Satsuki, meanwhile, became iconic for being a commanding antagonist who radiates authority without apology. Supporting characters added absurd comedy without undercutting emotional stakes.

Unlike many high-energy anime originals, Kill la Kill had a clear ending. For many Trigger fans, 2018’s Darling in the FranXX was one of the most anticipated shows. A-1 Pictures and Studio Trigger teaming up was something we could only dream of. And oh, how I wish it was only a dream… One of the most disappointing endings imaginable. Kill la Kill on the other hand, escalated wildly, resolved its themes, and concluded without dragging itself into irrelevance. That sense of completeness helped cement its legacy.

Ryuuko’s most recent figure by Good Smile is based on one of the series' key visuals. Preparing to transform, it’s not a pose so much as a frozen impact frame, one of the anime’s most iconic scenes.

This figure lives and dies on motion, and it delivers. The anatomy is sharp and athletic without drifting into stiffness. Every line of Ryuuko’s body is tense, creating a strong visual flow from her feet to her determined gaze. Senketsu’s living fabric elements are sculpted with jagged, aggressive edges that echo the anime’s raw style. The flutter in the skirt, torn fabric edges and hair sculpt all reinforce the feeling that the air itself is being ripped apart around her.

Color separation is crisp, especially on Senketsu’s reds and blacks. The skin tones are smooth and natural, grounding the more extreme costume elements. Subtle shading on muscles and clothing folds adds depth without softening the hard-edged Trigger aesthetic.

Ryuuko's curvy yet athletic physique highlights both her strength and feminine elegance. Senketsu in its standard form is revealing, true to Kill la Kill's aesthetic. It is relatively tame compared to other Ryuuko figures but still gives plenty of fan service from certain angles.

The base amplifies the transformation theme, anchoring the figure while still supporting the illusion of forward motion. Given cracked texturing as if pierced by the Scissor Blade and having her weapon prominently displayed in front of her is simple but hits hard. The series logo is a great addition, perfectly complementing the overall black and red palate.

If you want a centerpiece that embodies rebellion, raw energy, and Studio Trigger’s unmistakable visual punch, this figure doesn’t politely ask for attention, it takes it. For fans of the series, this is one of the strongest representations of Ryuuko’s defining moment, distilled into three dimensions.

Drawing from classic promotional art, it's a long-awaited take on this specific transformation moment that you can’t help but think, "we should have gotten this figure like 10 years ago!" You can pre-order Ryuuko today and add her to your shelf later this year!

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