Magical Mirai is an annual music festival and exhibition held in Japan, specifically focused on the virtual idol Hatsune Miku. The event features live performances by Hatsune Miku and other virtual singers, as well as showcases various art installations and merchandise related to the Vocaloid software. One of the highlights of Magical Mirai is the release of limited edition merchandise, including the popular Nendoroid figures. Nendoroids are small, poseable figures known for their cute and chibi-like designs. Fans eagerly wait for the release of the Magical Mirai Nendoroids each year. The Magical Mirai 2021 Nendoroid is a highly anticipated addition to the collection.
September 20, 2023
After two years of running the Fusion with the help of Joe Morelli currently resides in Decatur and Craig Lee now the BHS boys coach I stepped away from the DOC position. At this point I should recognize the PCSL for being the solid foundation throughout the 30 years of soccer history in the area without them, most of the offshoots wouldn t be possible.
The Magical Mirai 2021 Nendoroid is a highly anticipated addition to the collection. It features the character Hatsune Miku in her outfit from the Magical Mirai event. The Nendoroid comes with multiple face plates, allowing for various expressions, and accessories that represent the Magical Mirai theme.
Coaches
I came into Bloomington in 1990 and walked on at ISU as a freshman. At that time, ISU men’s soccer was ranked in the top 20 in the Soccer America magazine… back then there was a publication, not a website or email. Top players at ISU were All Americans Klaus Filbry and Allen Adams. Also players like Jim Wolfe, Mark Lierman, Captain Keith Holmes were returning starters for the Redbirds. Freshmen Milo Iniguez, Rich Broly and Jan Rhulecke were standouts. From my side, I was learning at a rapid rate, these players were good, very good. The training sessions under head Coach Tim Carter and assistant coach John Leamy were intense. We reached the top ten and were hovering around #10 in the country most of the year. We lost 1-0 at St. Louis that year in a battle of the central region, but beat powerhouse Southern Methodist University. St. Louis ended up being #1 in the region under the direction of Joe Clarke with national team players Brian McBride and Mike Sorber. For our troubles, we traveled to SMU for the ISU’s first and only NCAA bid with a replay of SMU in the first round of the national tournament. We fought hard, but lost in OT 2-1 on a bicycle kick. My career at ISU was good. The team stayed in the top 20 nationally throughout my career. I learned a lot about myself and about soccer, about competing at a higher level and about life as a whole. I made great friends both on the team and at ISU. My fifth year of college (I enjoyed so much, I went 5 years!) I spent as an assistant for Lincoln College under head coach Mark Howard. That is when then AD Rick Greenspan cut Men’s Soccer and Men’s Wrestling from ISU. I think that the ISU wrestling team was nationally ranked #4 when cut. It was as the program was getting cut that Tim Carter was consulting with the local people who wanted a more official soccer club in Bloomington. People like Bill Lee and Paul Kowerko, Mark Rampey and Ruben Horna were involved in the forming of the Bloomington Normal Soccer Club (BNSC). I was named the first Director of Coaching and we began with 13 teams the first year. My Assistant DOC was a former teammate and friend Jamie Burton. We were training the teams every night. I look back and think that I should have been doing more than I did. But as a young DOC I didn’t know much better. Hindsight is always 20/20. Some notable names that were in the BNSC… Ashley Pistorius was playing with the “Avanti’s Aces” with teammates Jon Solberg, Justin Tipsord and Jeremy Maubach. Justin went to school at University of Illinois while both Jeremy, Jon and Ashley went on to play in college – at Eastern IL University, Lewis University and Texas A&M, respectively. Ashley had some trials with the national team and had a professional career playing. Other teams had successes, but the BNSC Flames went on to the state cup championship and lost to the perennial powerhouse Chicago Magic. Players like David Biggs, Josh Hunt and Aaron Thomas were players that went on to play successfully in the high schools and college ranks. The Subway Lightning team had a number of players that went on to successful high school and college careers: Chris Miller (IWU), David Oberst, Cory and Kyle Yontz (Millikin) to name a few. There were younger talented players moving up at through the system, but I was not going to be coaching or directing them. It was the end of my stint as the DOC of BNSC after 3 years. I headed south to Millikin University to coach both the men and women’s programs for 5 seasons. The next DOC in was Steve Berry, another former ISU soccer player. He changed the landscape by splitting the club and creating his own club – Central Illinois Select (CIS). At this point, BNSC became a conglomerate of teams and less of a club. They hired a part time DOC that did what he could. Tony Bauman began teaching at Bloomington High School and part time DOC for the BNSC. Steve continued to direct the CIS. This is how it went for a number of years. There were always offshoot teams here and there that were parent run. From a College standpoint… Illinois Wesleyan University had Tony Bankston as their head men and women’s soccer coach. Nora McGuire took the reins of the newly formed ISU women’s soccer program. One of the first members of that group was Beth Seidleman. She went on to assist the women’s program at IWU after graduation. Nora lasted one season at ISU and Pete Kowall was brought in to steer the ship. He was tremendously successful and made a number of runs in the NCAA national tournament with quite a few Missouri Valley Conference championships. Their biggest rival was the Evansville Purple Aces. IWU made some changes in their staffing… Bankston moved up to become the dean of admissions at IWU (where he remains today) and after one year of Steve Berry coaching the men and women at IWU (while continuing to run CIS) IWU brought in David Barrett, an assistant from Yale University. He coached the two programs until the summer of 2005. At that time, I was coaching in the suburbs of Chicago with Barrington Area Soccer Association (BASA). Dave called me to see if I could help him create a short list for the newly created men’s head coaching position at IWU… for me it was an easy list to create… I submitted my resume and was the next men’s soccer coach. During my first year at IWU, I began consulting with the BNSC and we were moving towards a merger with the Prairie Cities Soccer League (PCSL). At this point I should recognize the PCSL for being the solid foundation throughout the 30+ years of soccer history in the area… without them, most of the offshoots wouldn’t be possible. We came up with an agreement where the BNSC would be able to use the fields (now Community Fields) out by the airport. At this time, CIS was sharing its field space out of Six Points Road on property developed by the Nord family for BNSC during my tenure. However, BNSC lost those fields in the divorce with CIS stepping in. But as the chaos ensued, another club sprang up from Paul Kowerko – the Midwest Reign. In my estimation, the landscape of Bloomington soccer was like the Wild West. Parents who didn’t know about running soccer programs but wanted their child on an “A” team created “A” teams that played at the “C” level. But, hey, their child was on an “A” team. It was at this time that an idea of cohesion and unity came to mind… there were a number of people working very hard to follow the guidelines set by the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) in club development and player development and it was in this spirit that the Illinois Fusion was born. The newly formed Fusion absorbed BNSC and CIS and formed a solid relationship with the PCSL. The board of directors consisted of 3 members from each of the previously mentioned organizations… BNSC, CIS and PCSL. After two years of running the Fusion with the help of Joe Morelli (currently resides in Decatur) and Craig Lee (now the BHS boys coach) I stepped away from the DOC position. In the end, there are a lot of opinions how players can be developed. For my part, I believe that players should be allowed to grow, learn and make mistakes as they learn to love the game and develop their skill sets and tactical awareness. As I leave the Central Illinois area for a new job, I wish the soccer community the very best as they continue to fight the fight in the name of soccer!
September 25, 2023
Fans love the attention to detail in each Nendoroid and the ability to pose and customize their figures. The Magical Mirai 2021 Nendoroid is no exception, capturing the essence of Hatsune Miku's performance at the event. The Nendoroid is often sold as part of a set that includes additional accessories or bonus items, further enticing fans to purchase them. Collectors and enthusiasts alike enjoy owning these limited edition Nendoroids as they not only represent their favorite virtual idols but also serve as a memento of attending the Magical Mirai event. Overall, the Magical Mirai 2021 Nendoroid is a highly sought-after item among Hatsune Miku fans and Nendoroid collectors. Its release adds to the charm and excitement of the Magical Mirai event, allowing fans to bring a piece of their favorite virtual idol into their own homes..
Reviews for "Escape into a World of Fantasy with Magixal Mirai 2021 Nendoroids"
1. John - 1/5 - I was really disappointed with the Magixal Mirai 2021 Nendoroid. The quality of the figure wasn't up to par with other Nendoroid releases. The paint job was sloppy and there were visible defects on the figure. Additionally, the joints were loose and made it difficult to pose the figure properly. Overall, it felt like a cheap knock-off rather than an official Nendoroid. I would not recommend purchasing this.
2. Sarah - 2/5 - The Magixal Mirai 2021 Nendoroid was a letdown for me. The design of the character was cute, but the actual figure lacked detail and precision. The paint job had smudges and inconsistencies, and there were noticeable seams on the figure. The accessories included were also underwhelming. I expected better from a Nendoroid release, and unfortunately, this one didn't meet my expectations.
3. Michael - 2/5 - I was excited to add the Magixal Mirai 2021 Nendoroid to my collection, but I was quite disappointed with the final product. The plastic used felt cheap and flimsy, making the figure feel fragile. The details on the face were not as refined as I would have liked, and the overall quality just didn't match the price point. It's a shame because I was really looking forward to this release, but I wouldn't recommend it to other collectors.
4. Emily - 2/5 - The Magixal Mirai 2021 Nendoroid left me wanting more. The figure lacked the usual attention to detail that I expect from Nendoroid. The paint job was messy, with visible smudges and uneven colors. The accessories were limited and didn't add much value to the overall package. It's a shame because I love the character design, but this figure fell short in terms of quality and execution. I wouldn't recommend it unless you're a die-hard fan.