Celebrating 20 Years of Monster Hunter with Seiko Collaboration - The Legendary Monsters of Monster Hunter: Velkhana, Alatreon, Mizutsune & Nargacuga
The Monster Hunter franchise has captivated gamers worldwide for two decades, and in 2024, it celebrated its 20th anniversary. Developed by Capcom, Monster Hunter has become a beloved series known for its thrilling monster-hunting adventures. From its humble beginnings on the PlayStation 2 in 2004, the franchise has expanded to various platforms, including handheld consoles like the PSP, Nintendo 3DS, and Nintendo Switch, as well as home consoles like the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Over the years, Monster Hunter has continued to evolve, introducing new gameplay mechanics, improved graphics, and a vast array of challenging monsters to hunt. The core gameplay revolves around players taking on the role of hunters in a fantasy world, embarking on quests to slay or capture monsters while gathering resources to craft powerful weapons and armor.
To commemorate the 20th anniversary, Capcom organized special events, collaborations, and releases throughout the year. One of the standout collaborations is with Seiko, a renowned watchmaker known for their exceptional timepieces. Seiko has proudly announced the launch of four special limited edition watches inspired by iconic monsters from the Monster Hunter franchise.
Seiko x Velkhana: The Iceborne Wyvern
Velkhana, the flagship monster of the Monster Hunter World: Iceborne expansion, is a formidable Elder Dragon known for its control over ice. With its sleek and elegant design, Velkhana presents a challenging adversary for hunters. Defeating Velkhana rewards hunters with valuable materials to craft powerful ice-based weapons and armor.
The Seiko x Velkhana watch features a silver metal band that gives it an icy shine. The dial is colored with a gradation from ice blue to dark blue, capturing the threatening figure of Velkhana with its wings spread. The embossed patterns on the dial and the silver indexes with a spear-like motif add an elegant shine to the watch. The subdial at 6 o'clock has a pattern reminiscent of freezing cold air, further enhancing the cool and sophisticated impression.
Seiko x Alatreon: The Blazing Black Dragon
Alatreon, a legendary Elder Dragon, is known for its control over multiple elemental attributes. It can switch between fire, ice, thunder, and dragon elements during battle, making it a formidable challenge for hunters. The Seiko x Alatreon watch captures the essence of this "Blazing Black Dragon" with its solid black design and stamping based on the motif of the inverted scales that cover Alatreon's body.
The embossed dial resembles Alatreon's sharp inverted scales, and the index features alternating gold and silver motifs associated with the sortoise horn that grows on Alatreon's head. The subdial expresses three state changes in color: fire activation, dragon activation, and ice activation, representing Alatreon's elemental prowess. The back cover of the watch is engraved with the Alatreon icon, 20th anniversary logo, and limited edition number, adding to its exclusivity.
Seiko x Mizutsune: The Bubble Fox Wyvern
Mizutsune, an elegant and elusive Leviathan-class monster, is known as the "Bubble Fox Wyvern." With its vibrant blue scales and graceful movements, Mizutsune captivates hunters with its beauty. The Seiko x Mizutsune watch pays homage to this mesmerizing creature with its polarized color dial and stamping that changes into rainbow colors depending on the viewing angle and light.
The dial of the watch is embossed to resemble Mizutsune's beautiful flower-like scales and fins. The spherical indexes represent the bubbles emitted by Mizutsune, adding a whimsical touch to the design. The watch comes in a special box featuring Mizutsune's image and is made of ivory faux leather that resembles scales.
Seiko x Nargacuga: The Shadow in the Mist
Nargacuga, a fearsome and agile Flying Wyvern, is known as the "Shadow in the Mist." With its sleek black scales, glowing red eyes, and retractable spikes, Nargacuga is a stealthy and formidable predator. The Seiko x Nargacuga watch captures the essence of this iconic monster with its jet black fur-inspired design and embossed dial that represents Nargacuga's standing body hair.
The subdial at 6 o'clock and the stopwatch second hand are colored bright red, reminiscent of the afterglow of Nargacuga's eyes in a state of rage. The back coverof the watch features Nargacuga's iconic symbol, the 20th anniversary logo, and the limited edition number. The watch is presented in a special box adorned with Nargacuga's image, making it a must-have for Monster Hunter fans.
In conclusion, the Monster Hunter 20th Anniversary x Seiko Tachymeter Collaboration brings together the worlds of gaming and horology in a truly unique and exciting way. These limited edition watches pay homage to the iconic monsters of the Monster Hunter franchise, capturing their essence and spirit in exquisite timepieces. Whether you're a die-hard Monster Hunter fan or a watch enthusiast, these collaborations offer a special opportunity to own a piece of gaming history. Don't miss out on the chance to celebrate 20 years of Monster Hunter with these extraordinary Seiko watches.
Specifications
Material:
Case and caseback = stainless steel
Band = Ivercana & Alatreon / stainless steel, Tamamitsune & Nargakuruga / cowhide leather (synthetic leather on the back)
Glass = curved hardlex
Case size (approx.): 47 x 39.8 x 12.8 mm (thickness)
Wrist circumference (approx.): Ivercana & Alatreon / S=14cm, M=16cm, L=18cm (all S, M and L can be adjusted by yourself from 14 to 20cm by adding or removing the bracelet links) Tamamitsune & Nargakuruga / 13.5 to 19cm
Movement: quartz (average monthly difference within ±15 seconds)
Water resistant to 10 atmospheres (water resistant to 10 atmospheres)
One-year quality warranty
Made in Japan
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