Seven Samurai

7 Figuren Set Ultra Rare Alfrex produced a number of figures based on film and historical figures. Their first two figures were Toshiro Mifune as Yojimbo and Shintaro Katsu as the blind masseuse Zatoichi. While these figures were expensive when first released (about $150 US), they featured a unique, highly-articulated figure, highly-detailed outfits, and swords with metal blades. Some of the touches were particularly unique, such as Yojimbo's small sake set.  With the success of these figures, the Alfrex line continued to grow and featured other stars, such as Sonny Chiba as the ninja Hattori Hanzo in Kage No Gundan TV series or as Yagyu Jubei.  The Hattori Hanzo set included a ninja sword, shuriken throwing stars, grappling hook, and other ninja weaponry.Alfrex's most ambitious release was the Seven Samurai set, based on the classic Akira Kurosawa film. Alfrex sold these seven figures as one complete set, while a separate set was available for weapons (rifle, axe, bow and arrows) and armor parts. Another noteworthy set is the Lone Wolf and Cub figure, which included the legendary movie swordsman and child with their cart. Alfrex also produced a few female figures, such as Kaoru Yumi as female ninja Koru Yumi.Alfrex slowed its release of new figures. Its more recent offerings included Ryoma Sakamoto and Shinsaku Takasugi.