In terms of atmosphere, the Nival version is more impressive and, let's say, more cohesive. Here, everything is a mishmash. Sharks-Maori, bearded toads-kappa, plagiarized spring spirits, a Chinese pseudo-dragon, a Japanese snow goddess, and the samurai-naga themselves, represented by only one unit. I would add at least one more naga unit, remove the sharks, and replace the spring spirits.
Bow down and hear our cry,
Our earthly rulers falter,
Our people drift and die,
The walls of gold entomb us,
The swords of scorn divide,
Take not thy thunder from us,
Take away our pride.
G.K. Chesterton: English Hymnal