Written by Jax. Pics Courtesy of Donnay
ZX-Tole
is the leader of the Hyper Zoanoids Team Five. Articulation wise this figure cannot be compared with the Guyvers because of his thick thighs and bulky upper body which restricts some movement. However it is makes up for lesser articulation with other interesting additions.
The two covers at the back of the ZX-Tole figure can be lifted up and this will reveal two holes where the wings can be attached. The wings are exactly the same for Aptom, Zx Tole and Neo Zx Tole. It would be great if Max Factory had crafted different wings for each figure, but considering the details and effort that went into the other parts of the toys, I guess I can make do with the wings.
ZX-Tole has quite a wide range of weapons. The center horn on his head is moveable and can be folded back to reveal the head beam cannon. The yellow covers on his thighs and wrist can be lifted up to reveak the thigh and arm beam cannons.
The most interesting feature is the beam cannon at the stomach area. There is a mechanism at the back of the ZX-Tole Figure so by depressing it you can flip open and close the 3 flaps that cover the cannon. Not bad.
ZX-Tole is the only one of the Hyper Zoanoids Team 5 that has been produced by Max Factory. The other figures are in the Bio Fighter War Collection and have only less then 4 points of articulation. But they still look reasonably good when placed together.
If you are a completist then ZX-Tolee is a must have, though many collectors choose to forgo him and purchase just Neo Zx Tole instead. To me, Zx Tole and Neo Zx Tole are distinct individuals each with a different story to tell so there was no way I could convince myself to let one substitute for the other. 
Yes, these Guyver figures from the Bio Fighter Collection are expensive. So my strategy is to be focused on fewer toy lines but try to complete all of them. Given the high quality and poseability, the price is definitely worth it.
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