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With the update “Storm Warning” back in December 2024 the Su-33 was introduced, with the introduction of the aircraft I thought it would be a good opportunity to suggest an Idolm@ster livery for the plane.
This particular aircraft and livery is from Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation and was available to purchase on November 22nd 2007 as a part of the DLC Pack #02, this pack cost $4.99.
This aircraft on top of featuring a unique Miki Hoshii livery also changed the projectiles to emit green colored smoke trails to match the livery.
This plane features the model of Miki Hoshii, who is an idol from The Idolm@ster.
This plane is in an Idolm@ster theme that incorporates Miki’s individual color (each and every Idolm@ster character has a specific color assigned to them as their color).
I think this skin could allow WarThunder to have a collaboration with Bandai and bring a bit of anime and fun to the game for people that enjoy the fun anime camouflages available on https://live.warthunder.co
The plane is also available as a plastic model for those who want to display these special planes in their house.
History of Idolm@ster:
The Idolm@ster is a Japanese multimedia franchise that originated as a video game series developed by Namco Bandai Games (now known as Bandai Namco Entertainment). The first game in the series, The Idolm@ster, was released in 2005 for the Xbox 360 console. The game’s success led to the development of sequels and spin-offs, which in turn spawned a wide range of related media, including anime adaptations, manga, light novels, and music CDs.
The franchise revolves around the concept of idol groups, which are popular in Japan and other parts of Asia. Idols are young performers who sing, dance, and act in a variety of media, including music videos, television shows, and live performances. The Idolm@ster focuses on the lives and careers of aspiring female idols, who work together to achieve success in the highly competitive entertainment industry.
The main characters in The Idolm@ster are a group of 13 aspiring idols who are managed by the player character. Each of the idols has her own distinct personality, backstory, and talent, ranging from singing and dancing to acting and modeling. The player must guide the idols through various challenges, including training sessions, auditions, and live performances.
The gameplay in The Idolm@ster is a mix of simulation and rhythm game elements. The player must manage the idols’ schedules, training, and outfits, as well as participate in rhythm game-style music and dance performances. The game also features a social simulation aspect, where the player must interact with the idols and build relationships with them to improve their performances.
The success of The Idolm@ster led to the development of numerous sequels and spin-offs, each with its own unique cast of characters and gameplay mechanics. For example, The Idolm@ster 2, released in 2011 for the PlayStation 3, introduced a new set of idols and gameplay features, including the ability to customize the idols’ hairstyles and outfits.
The Idolm@ster has also been adapted into various forms of media, including anime series, manga, light novels, and music CDs. The anime adaptation, titled The Idolm@ster, aired in 2011 and follows the lives of the original 13 idols as they navigate the challenges of the entertainment industry. The franchise’s music has also become popular, with numerous CDs featuring the idols’ songs and performances.
Overall, The Idolm@ster franchise has gained a significant following both in Japan and internationally. The franchise’s engaging characters, catchy music, and exploration of the ups and downs of the idol industry have made it a popular choice among fans of Japanese media. It has also been praised for its positive portrayal of female empowerment and the importance of hard work and perseverance in achieving one’s goals.
There are also many franchises that have branched from the original one: Idolm@ster Cinderella Girls, Idolm@ster SideM, Idolm@ster Shiny Colors, and the most recent addition Idolm@ster Gakuen. Each of these franchises have their own game(s) and animes* (Shiny color’s 2nd Season is currently airing)
Idolm@ster TOURS is the newest Idolm@ster Arcade game that incorporates the 3 main characters for each of branches into the game which is officially planned to be launched In 2025 which was revealed during Bandai Namco Amusements’ Amusement Expo 2024. https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2024-11-16/the-idolm@ster-tours-game-launches-in-arcades-next-spring/.217944
PV’s for Idolm@ster tours:
There is also a newer branch of Idolm@ster called Gakuen iDOLM@STER which released in 2024 which is a school based Idolmaster franchise, in this franchise each has their own unique style of music and from my knowledge each song is has a different music producer which leads each of the songs covering a variety of genres of music. Most of the songs can be found on the official Youtube channel where some of the songs have millions of views.
https://www.youtube.com/@hatsuboshi_gakuen/featured
Videos:
https://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm1584110
https://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm1584200