在《假面騎士》系列的長久歷史中，「修卡戰鬥員」是貫穿昭和時期最具代表性的反派士兵形象。他們以黑色緊身戰鬥服、骨紋設計、面部骷髏面罩與標誌性的「イーッ！！！」叫聲成為觀眾最熟悉的惡勢力象徵，肩負著邪惡秘密結社「修卡」在全球執行作戰任務的重要角色。這次萬代推出的 S.H.Figuarts『修卡戰鬥員 地獄的昭和怪人版』，正是以「昭和怪人」為核心概念，從造型到配件全面強化，向昭和特攝最原始、最陰森的反派魅力致敬。

這款新品在 2018 年曾推出的「修卡戰鬥員（骨）」版本基礎上進行徹底升級。最明顯的重點在於頭部造形全面翻新，輪廓更接近昭和實拍片段中的原始面具比例，並追加兩款全新表情的替換頭，讓戰鬥員能呈現咆哮、怒吼或是陰森凝視等多種情緒，使角色不再只是單純的量產士兵，而是具有昭和怪人詭異氣質的「地獄軍團」成員。臉部陰影與皺褶處理也更為精緻，仿佛能嗅到昔日拍攝現場橡膠面具特有的質感。

武裝部分同樣豐富。商品隨附昭和時期修卡戰鬥員常用的「庫克利短刀」（Kukri Knife）造型武器，以及能呈現巡邏、警戒或打擊狀態的長棍武器。兩種武器都以更細緻的塗裝重現金屬質感，並可搭配包含左右手在內多種替換手首，讓拍攝再現劇中戰鬥場面更具自由度。整體高度約 145mm，使用 PVC 與 ABS 製作，以 S.H.Figuarts 系列一貫的可動骨架為基礎，達到高可玩性的姿態重現能力，無論是被假面騎士擊飛、包圍主角、或是成群衝鋒都能輕鬆擺出。

若回到劇情世界觀，修卡作為一個企圖征服世界的邪惡組織，其怪人與戰鬥員造型深受昭和特攝的設計語言影響。他們的任務涵蓋追擊主角、本部巡邏、執行破壞計畫或參與怪人作戰，是假面騎士系列中無法忽視的存在。正因修卡戰鬥員是最具象徵性的昭和反派士兵，這次「地獄的昭和怪人版」特別強化了昭和恐怖怪人般的色調、面部陰影與造型細節，呈現出一種懷舊又帶點壓迫感的獨特美學。

在市場反應方面，這款商品自公布以來便受到特攝收藏圈的廣泛關注。許多粉絲認為它比 2018 年的版本更貼近昭和原作的質感，頭部表情的新增也讓角色不再單一。對於想重現昭和怪人軍團場景的收藏家而言，更逼真的戰鬥員能與假面騎士本體搭配拍攝，具有極高展示性與收藏價值。再加上商品為一般通路販售、價格相較其他限定版更容易入手，使其成為 2025 年底 S.H.Figuarts 系列中討論度頗高的作品之一。

整體而言，「修卡戰鬥員 地獄的昭和怪人版」不只是一款重現昭和經典的可動模型，更是一件向特攝文化根源致敬的收藏品。它抓住了昭和特攝片中那種粗獷、黑暗卻又充滿魅力的美術風格，也成功喚起粉絲對過去影像作品的記憶。對喜愛昭和特攝、假面騎士初代系列、或是專門收集反派角色的玩家來說，這款商品具有不可忽視的代表性與收藏價值。

The Shocker Combatant is one of the most iconic villainous figures of the entire Kamen Rider franchise, especially during the Showa era. Recognizable by their black bodysuit, skeletal patterns, skull-like mask and the unmistakable battle cry “Iiiyy!!”, these soldiers formed the backbone of the evil secret organization Shocker and carried out missions of global domination. Bandai’s new S.H.Figuarts “Shocker Combatant: Hellish Showa Monster Edition” revisits this classic antagonist with enhanced sculpting, new expressive parts, and a deeper homage to the eerie aesthetic of early Showa tokusatsu villains.

This release is built upon the 2018 version “Shocker Combatant (Bone)” but significantly upgrades its presentation. The most striking improvement is the newly sculpted head, designed to more closely match the proportions and texture seen in the original live-action footage from the 1970s. Two newly designed interchangeable heads with different facial expressions allow the combatant to portray anger, intimidation, or a sinister glare, elevating it from a simple mass-produced grunt to a fully realized Showa-style “hellish monster.” The subtle shading, wrinkles, and detailing evoke the classic rubber masks used in early tokusatsu productions, bringing a distinctly vintage atmosphere to the figure.

Its weapon accessories further amplify its Showa charm. Included are the signature kukri-style combat knife and a long rod weapon frequently used by Shocker soldiers in patrol and combat scenes. Both weapons feature refined surface detailing and metallic paintwork, and can be paired with the variety of interchangeable hands for different action poses. Standing approximately 145 mm tall and made of PVC and ABS, the figure retains the high articulation standard of the S.H.Figuarts line, allowing dynamic posing—from being knocked away by Kamen Rider, to surrounding the hero, or charging in groups just like in the original television series.

Within the show’s narrative, Shocker is portrayed as a ruthless global terrorist organization, and its combatants are the foot soldiers responsible for surveillance missions, destruction operations, and supporting monster-level kaijin in battle. Because these soldiers represent the visual core of Showa-era evil, this “Hellish Showa Monster Edition” emphasizes darker tones, stronger shading, and a rawer monster-like essence, faithfully capturing the mood and atmosphere of early Kamen Rider episodes.

In terms of market reception, the figure has drawn considerable attention from collectors since its announcement. Many longtime fans feel that the renewed head sculpt and expressive parts make it much more accurate to the Showa source material than the 2018 version. For collectors who enjoy diorama photography or who want to recreate full Shocker army displays, this new iteration provides far better visual impact and versatility. Since it is a standard retail release rather than a limited item, the price is accessible yet the collectible value remains strong, making it one of the more talked-about S.H.Figuarts releases scheduled for late 2025.

Ultimately, the “Shocker Combatant: Hellish Showa Monster Edition” is more than just a poseable figure—it serves as a tribute to the origins of Japanese tokusatsu. It captures the gritty, eerie, and charmingly low-tech atmosphere unique to the Showa era, and it preserves the visual identity that shaped the earliest years of Kamen Rider. For collectors of classic tokusatsu, Showa-era villains, or anyone passionate about the roots of the franchise, this figure stands as an essential and highly meaningful addition.