ROBOT DAMASHII GENERAL

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>>6306974
Bandai's official RD page with images and release dates:

http://tamashii.jp/item_brand/robot_tamashii/

Excellent, comprehensive RD list:

http://z11.invisionfree.com/Gundam/index.php?showtopic=81

>That sexy movie poster Zaku II
>Convention exclusive

All the cool shit's exclusive, I'll be impossible to get this since it's going to be expensive as fuck in the aftermarket.

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>>6303453
Hah! Sounds like a very Char thing to do, especially if he has a grudge against the Sniper pilot.

>>6304047
>>6304035
Oh wow, thank you for opening my eyes to the true purpose of that part, haha. And who knew Z'Goks were Mitsubishis!

>>6304760
I only have the Astrays, which apparently are some of the worst MBs, haha, but I really like them. I definitely feel they're worth the money; the detail and finish is superb, joints are smooth and tight, with good range of motion (though the metal-on-metal joints can have a tendency to loosen with heavy use), and there's a good heft to the figures. It just feels very much like a premium item, but without feeling fragile or delicate.

Never heard of that Anime Poko site, but I could definitely see them having stock of the F91. It was distributed domestically by Bluefin, so it's very possible that some lesser known US stores would still have them. Just be sure to use a payment method with some fraud protection, just in case, heh.

Very bare bones photo to give ya an idea of the size of a MB to a RD.

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>>6305830
>>6306614
>>6306462
>>6306653
Dang, congrats on scoring the Zaku guys. Very jealous! And thanks for giving us a peek at what it was like to be there; not so jealous of that, haha.

>>6306914
Awesome photo!

>>6306980
Yeah, I'm not even gonna try unless Bandai announces some kinda lottery release in Japan or something that otherwise bumps up the availability.

>>6307001
Where's your Red Frame's V-fin dude?

>>6307011
Thanks for reminding me I need to trade out my hardpoint Zaku for the ANIME or just buy another. Decisions, decisions.

In other news my Mandrake order hit Chicago today. In 2 days I will hopefully be drooling all over Stark, Unicorn, Kshatriya, and FAG.

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>>6307024
Still in the box, along with the Red Frame, haha.

>>6307034
I say go for the ANIME; it'll fit in better with the other ANIME releases (such as your FAG, haha) and in my opinion its proportions are much nicer.

>>6307034
I love my hardpoint Zaku. There's so many crazy configurations I can so with it. Also the paint job's nicer than the ANIME, in my opinion.

>>6307101
*I can do

>>6307001
>I only have the Astrays, which apparently are some of the worst MBs
The Gold Frame is badass

>>6307001
>>6307115
Aside from being the posterboy for Bandai DLC, why are the Astray MBs disliked again? The figures seem fine from the reviews...

>>6307154
I've always had the impression that there's nothing actually wrong with the Astray MBs, but by virtue of their design they aren't as complex or detailed as past MBs. That plus the DLC makes them not as good relative to other MBs, though they're still good toys.

>>6307178
>but by virtue of their design they aren't as complex or detailed
It's the exact opposite. The Astrays (and manga designs in general) are often MORE detailed than their animated counterparts.

It's probably the DLC rape. That always puts a bad taste in people's mouths considering what Bandai charges for MBs.

>Asked a question in the last thread
>Got completely ignored
Well screw you guys, I didn't want a RD anyways.

>>6307427
Ask it again, anon.

[nospoilersontoy]So we can ignore it again.[/nospoilersontoy]

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>I wonder what it's like to be a toy of a main character robot.

>>6307427

Go ahead anon, what is thy desire?

>>6307449
Ironic spoilerposting is still shitposting.

>>6307154
They're expensive for what you get. But really RD/Hi-metal/etc. prices have gone up in general anyway.

>>6307379
>>6307178
The DLC is only the red frame though, the blue and gold frame are both complete packages. some may argue that the blue frame isn't in it's final form, but that's a different topic.

Even the Strike Freedom, Destiny both have stupid expensive Wing of Light DLC packs, not to mention the F91's upcoming weapons pack, so I'm guessing DLC is the future of MBs.

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Crossbone. Which versions of them are the best ones? I know there's only the one X-3 (unless I'm mistaken), but what of the X-2? I'll probably wind up getting both X-1's eventually, if I do that would the options part set for the first X-1 be worth it?
Sorry for all the questions!

>>6307101
I accidentally snapped those little tubes that attach to the waist off on mine. Fml

>>6307668
He wanted to know how Justice Gundam was.

>>6307154
Cause the Astray is a pleb tier design they won't stop giving special treatment to.

>>6308233

they're all the same mold senpai

they're all good shit

x2 lacks his lance though

For those who missed out on the Real Type Zaku, know that the world tour event is happening again at the end of the month in Osaka, Japan. We will likely see them up on mandarake shortly after that. Remember when everyone thought that the Real Type Gundam would be impossible to get? ... yeah: https://order.mandarake.co.jp/order/detailPage/item?itemCode=1053345890&ref=list

>>6308359
X2 Kai never used the shotlancer. Only the regular X2 did.

>browsing Mandarake for fun
>see Desert Zaku at 10,000 Yen

Holy shit, I'm glad I got one before it jumped so high...

>>6308359
I noticed there was a difference in molds for the older figures and the newer ones starting with the X1 Full Cloth, so I was curious what people's impressions were. I can be very particular about weird things, so whichever mold line I decided on I wanted all 3 to match, so having Full Cloth with the older X2/3 would have felt very off to me. It's weird, yeah, but whatever.

I just ordered the set off Mandarake though, Sahra had all 3 of the new ones. I didn't order the web exclusive X1, went with Full Cloth, and then the normal release newer X2, and web exclusive X3, as well as the F91 Skull Heart version cuz fuck it why not. Cost me 171USD shipped with EMS, so I'm pretty content, can't wait to get them.

>>6308233
The cloak on the full cloak version is the fiddliest, most annoying thing I've ever bought. The body itself is fantastic, but the pirate cloak killed it for me. If it wasn't a gift, I would have gotten a return. The X-2 is great though

>>6308711
And it sold quick too.

Dom Test Type in stock at manda:

https://order.mandarake.co.jp/order/DetailPage/item?itemCode=1064092912&ref=list&lang=en

>>6308881
It mostly a constraint of the design. I don't think there's a version of the Full Cloth (figure or model) that ISN'T fiddly to pose.

At least the RD gives you options to switch out parts you don't like without too much hassle.

>>6308233
>osaka
well, lucky me :^)

>>6308945

Thanks anon, just picked it up

>>6308808
I have all those 3 so here are my thoughts:

- X-1 Full Cloth: pretty solid release, the fact you can make the full cloth armor go into a cape like configuration is neat. The I Field effect parts are also great either for the shoulder display or for punching shit. My only gripe is that the peacock smasher came in the closed configuration, couldn't they just add a little rail to allow you to open and close it instead of releasing the same damn thing as new shit in a exclusive release? oh wait they can, fuck bandai

- X-2 Kai: it is barebones as fuck, no pun intended. the rifle launcher thing is huge but really awkward to pose with, its only saving grace are the bitching beam effect parts for the beam sabers. Being the Kai version they couldn't give it the shot lancer, but they should at least included the standard weaponry, such as the beam zanber or a beam shield at least

- X-3: has the coolest melee weapon with the long beam effect for the muramasa blaster and also comes with the I-Field effect parts of the X-1

In my opinion, the problem is that no figure of the Crossbone Gundams came right off the bat with all its weapons, as they have a ton, but went full jew route splitting them into sets, going for the weapon add on set, to the exclusive release of the X-1 that came with the ABC cloak

well, only one did, and that is the MG Full Cloth Crossbone gundam

>>6309193
how is the stability for the full cloth, does shit fall out easy?

>>6309374
the full cloth armor itself? pretty solid
it is the effect parts of the I Field that fall off very easily

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Opinions on the RD Qubeley?

I have the RD Zeta Gundam and RD Gundam MK-II and I love them, so I was thinking about getting a Qubeley to go along with them.

>>6308233
If you want to give the mold a shot, just buy X2 first, it's dirt cheap.

>>6309482
This also interests me.

>>6309482
>>6309866
Not bad, but nothing really special either. If you like the design it's worth owning, but the articulation is a little lacking, and it doesn't have any really cool gimmicks or anything. That being said, the funnel effects are a nice display piece, and it is a nice looking figure.

I picked one up late last year, and I like it. Qubeley is also one of my favorite designs, so overall I'm satisfied.

>>6309482
Nothing super-duper amazing, but as a representation of the Qubeley it's more then suitable. The funnel effects are simple but nice, and it has a very solid attachment for putting it up on a stand where it belongs. It has proper beam sabers, and storage locations, as well as the little wrist beamgun/saber mounts.

It's a big, impressive show piece to be certain, but it's not breaking new ground on engineering or posability.

>>6309083

Spoke too soon, nakano cancelled for out of stock, but the quandary here was I saw it in 3 other stores sold out but never got figinstock alerts for any of them, and searching like I usually do didn't bring them up..

Strange things at the circle k indeed ted.

Are knockoff robot damashii a thing? I'm looking to pick up some of the older wing RD figures on the secondary market, but I'm nervous about the possibility of KOs.

>>6309482
Its nice looking, but really barebones, considering how the mech really has no weaponry to speak of I would have thought they'd try some cool engineering or something.

But it just feels kind of lazy. I mean the beam effects don't even peg into the blasters on the wrists.

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Woohoo, got a shipping notice for Miria's Hi-Metal VF-1J and the Hi-Metal effect part set.

>>6307427
>>6308354
Dang, sorry anon, I didn't see your question. I don't own Justice, but I have and love Freedom. Very poseable with excellent functionality of its unique aspects (ie its wings). As they were both released very closely to each other, I expect Justice would be a fine figure as well.

>>6310614
The only confirmed knockoffs are of the Unicorn and Kshatriya. Both are very obviously knockoffs as well, just the packaging alone gives it away (ie a red shape where the Bandai logo should be), and only turned up following reissues of the Unicorn/Kshatriya.

There are no Wing knockoffs, and Wing suits haven't been released or reissued in ages (long before the Unicorn knockoff appeared) so it's highly unlikely that there are any unknown Wing knockoffs floating out there.

So buy with confidence, especially if ordering from a legit retailer like Mandarake!

>>6310628
>beam effects don't even peg into the blasters on the wrists
really? so the beam sabers can't come out of the wrists? That's like the Quebley's other trademark feature.

>>6310693
It's alright, anon.
And thank you for answering.

>>6310159
>>6310202

Another anon interested in picking this up.

Do any of you happen to have the old HGUC Qubeley to compare it to? The revive mold is complete garbage and I'd like to see where the RD mold stands in terms of accuracy/stylization.

>>6311063
Interested in this, but I want to know how it compares to the HCM Pro, which I have and love.

>>6308808
I have the old X2 and the X2 Kai, and I'm happy to report that most of the old X2's accessories, including the the shot lancer, fit/are usable by the new X2. There is a slight color difference, but it's not a big deal.

So, having the accessories of the old one REALLY raises the play value of the new one.

I'm at work right now but I'll post pictures when I get a chance.

>>6311063
>>6311087

I don't have either to compare it against, sadly. I'll just repeat that it's a pretty solid release in its own right, but not super amazing. If you like the design and it's not too pricy, I'd still say go for it.

>>6310604
Damn, sorry to hear that. I was worried this would happen to me too on my order but I got lucky.


I'll keep an eye out on another one for you.

>>6311204

I really appreciate that, this kind of gives me an idea to be honest.

What of we had a little robot damashii support network where we keep an eye out for what we and other anons are looking for.

Since we are international there can always be one bored anon browsing import sites and let people know when they find something someone wants.

See what I'm getting at kind of?

>>6311402
>What of we had a little robot damashii support network where we keep an eye out for what we and other anons are looking for.

You mean like this thread?

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so why are the DX Chogokin of the Delta planes still available in plenty of sites instead of vanishing instantly as usual? are these not popular or something?

>>6311492
What sites? Because I just checked 1999.co.jp and Messer's DX is still sold out.

>>6311492
It's Messer against Mirage, what do you expect?
That AND Mirage's VF-31 is arguably the best looking one whether its one's favourite colour or not.
I personally think Messer's color scheme isn't very striking on the VF-31, but on the VF-1S it's amazing (especially since the purple stands out more) whereas Mirage's probably wouldn't look as good as his on it.

>>6311458
Lol I was about to say, that sounds exactly like this thread. It would be nice to have some sort of alert system where we could ping each others phones though, like a Discord server or something.

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>>6311649
>Mirage's VF-31 is arguably the best looking one whether its one's favourite colour or not.

why? just for the double visor thing? I dunno, and that weird ass dark purple/magenta seems kinda bad to me

>>6311659
Of course it's not to everyone's tastes. Surely there are many who enjoy Hayato's Blue, the creamsicle radar-dish, or the green and red one more (putting all love for their associated characters aside).

All of those have and edge, I believe, in that they really look like they're custom VF-31s. The fact that the craft already has a lot of dark/grey parts to it really makes Messer's color scheme seem too ordinary on it.

>>6311662
does a grunt version of the VF-31 exists? that one would be cool

>>6311679
yes, it is the VF-31A Kairos, it is pretty much completely gray, with a single antenna and monoeye in the head, so I guess a DX figure would just look like Messer's >>6311492 but entirely gray

>>6311679
I believe it's the VF-31 Kairos, but even those are somehow more outstanding that Messer's visually. Delta Squad's are all VF-31 Seigfried's.

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>>6311679
>>6311688
>>6311689
>more outstanding that Messer's visually
without the reaper sigil I don't think so, but the dullcolor scheme makes it look more functional and I love that, it is why the VF-25A with its olive/brown color is my favorite variant of the messiah

>>6311699
VF-25A is a fine, fine choice indeed.
Back to Kairos, that silvery grey contrasting the gold-like cockpit just works wonders that Messer's tuxedo scheme doesn't, but they're a lot more even in fighter mode than battroid mode. There is where the difference in how striking it is just shows, if only due to the head.
Still, Messer's scheme is technically a winning one so it's not baffling why it's adored.

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>>6311688

Actually, the grunt version of the VF-31 is quite distinguished from the main character's squadron.

The head, wings and even the backpack turret are all changed to give it its own flavor entirely. Considering the VF-25A was merely a re-paint of the VF-25G with a standard issue gunpod in place of sniper rifle, they really went the extra mile with the VF-31A.

>>6311492
that's just because it is currently golden week in japan so most likely the sites has not been updated
even if you placed the order, most likely by next monday they will tell you to fuck off since the DX VF-31 will be sold out
the Draken is some weird exception I guess, perhaps not that many people liked it for being one of the bad guys or because its messy transformation?

>>6311712
oh shit you are right, the wings are totally different in the orientation. I would gladly buy one of those if they ever make it

>>6311063
>>6311087
I've never owned the HCMPro, but I did own the HGUC a long time ago.

It's hard to remember exactly, but the RD does boast some improved articulation, particularly in the neck and torso. Unfortunately the design of the arms and legs restricts the articulation there, so I don't think much is different in those areas. The shoulder-wings also have a good range of movement considering, but can be a bit annoying when trying to get that "perfect pose." Another nice touch is the glossy finish that most other RD's don't have, which accentuates the smooth design of the figure.

So an overall slight improvement in articulation, a nice glossy finish, and a decent display option-part in the funnels makes it a great display piece, for sure.

>>6311458

I like this idea too, maybe we can drop emails and a list of wants like the bst, that way we don't have to wade through all the other junk posts.

>>6311063
>The revive mold is complete garbage

What are you on about?

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>>6312003

These ridiculous, disgusting looking proportions.

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>>6310628
>>6310789
> the beam effects don't even peg into the blasters on the wrists.

they do

>>6312048
The more and more I look at it, the more I like it.

>>6312024

both look.... perfect to me in different ways. the RG is stylized

>>6312048
They can fit but it stresses the plastic because they're not actually meant to; I cracked one of mine doing it.

>>6312397
As I recall the instructions very specifically warn you not to, in fact.

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any fucking remote chance to find a DX VF-19 for just less than 40k yen? the prices this thing is reaching are borderline ridiculous

should I try to settle with the Arcadia one?

Got my World Tour exclusives in the mail today. Real Type Zaku pics soon!

>>6312697

>>Make best version of favorite Valkyrie.
>>Give it markings and extra gear from Frontier, oh well... licenses suck.
>>Still sells out in negative five seconds anyways.

Can never have.

>>6312946
there are a few of Arcadia's YF-19 with the fast pack in Mandarake, but after seeing lots of comparisons, I think Bandai's release if far better and can't bring myself to buy what seems the subpar Arcadia item, but the prices of the VF-19 Advance are just too much

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>>6312024
I guess it's your personal preference, but certainly not garbage.

>>6312837

How much did you pay?

>>6313203
Retail.. but I threw him some extra money (20) for doing it and had to pay western union fees

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>>6313321
If you added up all the extra cost and distributed it amongst the 3 things I bought it'd prolly be like 10 or 20 over retail.. i'll get pics up soon, here's a pic of some cardboard boxes in the meantime.. I received a lot of stuff today and I'm slowly working my way through all of it.. saving the Zaku for last as thats what I'm most excited about.

>>6312837
>>6313340

why the rush to get this? did they not release the real type rx-78 as a regular web shop exclusive eventually?

>>6313377

I think so, but at the same time zakus of any variety are waaay more popular than the rx-78

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>amazon bumped the dougram up to tuesday
Time to eat.

>>6306975

I used to have an old Gogg figure with articulated claws. Seeing an RD Gogg with more articulation but lacking jointed claws is a little disappointing.

>>6313411
Because theres no guarantee that will happen and even if it does I paid the same amount as it would cost from somewhere like Anime-Export or Mandarake so why not? I'm not actually the one who waited in line.

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>>6313773
Plus, yknow, it looks like this.


Also you wont get that cool 10th World Tour sleeve if you go through p-bandai!

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>>6313823
Pic of sleeve

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>>6313827
Back of sleeve

>>6313823

Man it looks so good. It's been awhile since I've been this buttmad about a con exclusive.

>>6313773

It kind of will happen considering it's a world tour, these will pop up on mandarake like the rx-78 did.

So fuck the idiots paying 150$+ on ebay for them right now, I'll be patient.

>>6313823
>>6313827
>>6313828

does it come with a dome without the command horn?

>>6313773

I'm not the guy that asked that, I was merely making an inference. My beef isn't with you, it's with how tamashii handled the amount of items you could purchase (should have limited it to 1 to be honest) and the scalper scum that are on ebay right now.

I mean shit, if I hadn't lucked out when someone left their bag lying around I wouldn't have my zaku right now, the lines were packed even earlier than anticipated.

>>6313823
pretty...

but there's a certain sense that a mass production model is an excluvise

>>6313823
FFFFFFFFFFF

Gonna be awake for like a week straight checking Mandarake for this thing after the Osaka roadshow. I'll pay whatever they're asking.

Related: anyone else have trouble with Char's Zaku's joints getting three times looser over time, even just leaving the figure displayed in a single pose for a while? Spent some of this morning tightening them up and it can once again stand now the hips aren't looser than $2 whore.

>>6314049
this is what I want to know. Does it come with a non-commander head piece?

>>6314050
>I mean shit, if I hadn't lucked out when someone left their bag lying around I wouldn't have my zaku right now

what? is this bait??? or did you really steal your zaku off someone's bag???

>>6314119

Yes, I was not proud but it was from someone I perceived as a scalper considering his bag managed to have multiple exclusive items despite being limited to 2 purchases.

And to be fair, I could've taken the entire bag easily but I only grabbed the zaku.

I look at it this way, if I wasn't meant to get it from this guy it wouldn't have happened, all the factors played to my favor and it was sort of fate.

Fatty will recover any losses through his scalping ways.

>>6314097

Char's zaku being the first has that problem with every single one my best advice is to buy the mass production version and swap the joints out if possible and resell the char zaku.

>>6314440
It's OK, I fixed it.

As much as I like the ANIME Zaku mould, I have to admit the ANIME RX-78-2 mould is really in a league of its own. Think I might have to pick up the G3, Real Color and Full Armour versions soon.

>>6314455

Dude, if you haven't already picked up full armor go do it immediately.

Best RD you'll own until the gelgoog or big zam comes out.

>>6312397
>>6312632

I didn't have that problem, either. Qubeley is probably my favorite figure to date.

>>6314049
>>6314116
Yes, with the special markings and everything. I'll take a pic of the clamshell in a sec.

>>6306975

I hope they come out with Hygogg

Do the forearms swivel on the Unicorn Full Armor Destroy Mode R159? It doesn't look like. It feels like theres play in there but dont want to force it.

>>6314438
Yeah this didn't actually happen. Like someones gonna leave their bag of exclusives unattended long enough for this fuccboi to snatch one.

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>>6314039
Oh it will def pop up on Manda at some point. I'm saying there's no guarantee that they'll release it through p-bandai like the real type gundam. Although the wording of the brochure they gave out at the event makes it seem like they will.

>>6314438
>someone I perceived as a scalper
>>6314438
>Fatty will recover any losses
>>6314438
>his

So you actually saw the person and just swiped it from under them? wtf I thought you just saw some bag some unknown person accidentally abandoned and picked it up.

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>>6314484
Here's a pic of the clamshell. They replaced the magella cannon and rocket pods with the explosion, rocket, and machine gun effects.

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>>6314664
Here's a pic of the dome helmet

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Still workin on this one

>>6314664
So it's pretty much the Char version. Are the joints better?

>>6315058
The figure itself is the Zaku II body, no ratcheting joints or whatever that is.

>>6315055
i am sold. the wrist rocket things from the desert zaku will look amazing on that model

>>6315068
Well, the knees should be lightly ratcheted, if it is the same Zaku II body. I can feel some distinct "clicking" into place in certain positions on mine.

>>6306980
>checks ebay
>selling for $160-$200 range


Holy shit. Not that it matters, there's no way I'm selling this bitch after what my friend went through to get it (plus it's fucking awesome). Also I feel kinda bad about not having him also pick up a Goku, they're going for even more.

>>6315357

I had that same thought anon. Stay tuned.

>>6315601
It's not like Char's though, his snap into place hard.. if you leave it half way between notches it will revert to one notch or the other. It's legs are also loose as shit. None of these are problems on the Zaku II body.

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Also got this guy. Thank you based Mandarake.

>>6312697
there was one yesterday in Mandarake for 38k yen, unopened
went ahead and got it because fuck it, I like the 19 a lot

>>6316031
I know there's a non-transforming RD, but what's the best trsnsformable Zeta Gundam available? Non of the model kits I've seen look particularly appealing, are there any good pre-made options?

>>6316391
RG Zeta's certainly best looking one, in my opinion albeit something of a hand grenade. Otherwise you may want to try the old EMSIA or new HG.

The complex nature of the transformation means there's not much you can do without compromising stability.

>>6316391
go for the new HG, the RG is flimsy as shit
however, get ready for the fucking stickers

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>>6316391
>Non of the model kits I've seen look particularly appealing, are there any good pre-made options?

The Extended Mobile Suit in Action Zeta Gundam toy.

It transforms into Wave Rider mode, come with an optional Zaku head to make Zeta Zaku, and looks and poses great.

It is hard to find, but it is exactly what you are looking for.

>>6316615
The EMSIA is great. Be warned that it's a partsformer though.

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Order from Mandy came in Thursday. Just got done making final display adjustments.

>Kshatriya
Lives up to the hype everyone here was spinning. I didn't go crazy with poses. Played a little with the funnels. Its too bad I heard the stand was pretty crap even then it wouldn't fit my display.
>Stark Jegan
This fucker looks so awesome. He was the one that initially lead me to Mandrake for an order. The others were just tacked on subsequently.
>Unicorn Full Armor
Options are great. Articulation lives up to an anon's claims. I need a stand for him.
>Full Armor Gundam
Ok, the hype is real. This guy is badass. Snapping on all the armor was fun in itself.

No regrets here. The order only increased my RD collection to 8 total but well worth the investment.

>>6316886
With the Kshatriya you should be able to just use some clear nail polish on the stand connector to get it to work, that's all I did. The Full Armor Unicorn should have included a stand with all of its other stuff, too.

>>6316886
How much was the Stark Jegan? Been looking for one myself for non-scalper price.

>>6317259
Ok, I'll try the nail polish in the future when I can house the stand. I didn't see a stand, are you sure you're not thinking of the previous Full Action version?
>>6317306
5,500 Yen my friend.

>>6316477
>>6316583
>>6316615
>>6316687
Thanks, I'll be on the lookout for the EMSIA.

How's the Chogokin?

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Took me way too long to realize I could shorten stand arms.

>>6317789
Wait what
How

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>>6317792

Unscrew the arm at the middle and the tip, then move the tip to the middle. Guess you can also do this to make extra long arms if you have spare stand arms.

>>6317565
I am absolutely sure it came with one, because it's an Act 5 Stage with two arms for supporting the propellant tanks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thZLBWJsY4Q has a review where it shows the second tray with a ton of the accessories and it has the stand, and specific spots for the stand pieces. Unless I misunderstood and you didn't get the Full Armor Unicorn, it should have had a stand and it obviously included one originally.

>>6318141
It's the 159 Full Armour ver. not the Full Armour Unicorn (Really great naming there Bandai, absolutely not confusing), it's just the base Unicorn, a bazooka, a rifle, a shield and the 2 miniguns on its arm that come with this version. No stand included.

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>>6316391
there's also the tiny 1/200 hcm pro Zeta

>>6318542
Oh my god it's fucking adorable.

Really not sure what to pick up between this and the EMSIA. Maybe I'll just get both. I also found GFF 0024, anyone have any idea how that stacks up?

Part of me is tempted to just shell out for the blue version of the Metal Composite Sentinel Zeta. It's not quite the original, but close enough and the Wave Rider form looks slick as hell.

>>6318163
Oh! Sorry. That's the re-release of Unicorn in destroy mode with the hardpoints to be compatible with the Full Armor's equipment. Sorry about that.

>>6318585
>I also found GFF 0024, anyone have any idea how that stacks up?

I have it. I love it because I am a huge fan of the Zeta design and Katoki's interpretation of the Zeta looks really cool....

However... It is really a display piece only. VERY fragile. There is a part, a white thin part, between the shoulder and the chest, that locks the torso in place with a tiny tab that goes into the side of the chest. If you play with it or pose the figure for more than a few seconds, this part falls out of the tab hole very easy and can be frustrating. Very fragile in MS and Wave Rider mode,

I would say if you are fine with a display piece, it looks very cool. If you want something more sturdy, go with the EMSIA

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>>6319495
Wrench shot

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>>6319495

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>>6319495
Better shot of the back. The verniers by the feet are articulated, they rotate outward.

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>>6319501

Closer look at verniers.

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>>6319495
Closeup

>>6312697
check mandarake, lately they have been putting the DX VF-19 for just under the 40k mark if you are willing to bite for it

Bargain sale at hobby search,
http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/list/1142/0/1

>>6319882
>2500 yen Jim
>Sold out
FUCK

>>6319884
DAMN! I've been waiting for a sale to pick one up!

Guess I'll just have to wait a little longer...

>>6318542
I personally have this.

Sometimes small figures with good sculpt is just as good as a large figure if you want a large range of characters without using much shelf space.

>>6318585
HCM pros are fiddly as fuck when far less complicated and the joints get pretty loose just from simple posing. I wouldn't expect it to hold together well. The EMSIA is assuredly the most durable option other the old 80's 1/100 DX figure.

>>6319502
The verniers on the back legs and certain aspects of the backpack are articulated btw. That whole block on the back leg rotates upward and back down.

>>6319496
What is the wrench for exactly? I've seen shots of it being held by a Zaku but I don't really understand.

I'm not too familiar with the Prototype Dom but it's a damn cool MSV design. I love the way the bazooka is mounted on the back.

>>6312697
http://order.mandarake.co.jp/order/DetailPage/item?itemCode=1063491805&ref=mail&lang=en

35000 yen

>>6320172
It's from the cover of an old model kit box that has a Zaku in the background holding a wrench and giving a thumbs up. It also comes with the thumbs up hand you can put on a Zaku. You can see a reproduction of the boxart on the front of the figures packaging here >>6315900

>>6320015
HCM Pros are prone to paint scratches too. They are usually cast in 1 or 2 plastic colors then entirely painted.

Hcm-pro is probably the most detailed and articulated gundam for its 1/200 scale size.
I have no issue with loose joints .

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>>6320346
Speaking of HCM-Pro, just picked this bad boy up on Manda for cheap.

>>6320007
>small figures with good sculpt is just as good as a large figure if you want a large range of characters without using much shelf space.

Yea, HCM-Pros got me hooked on them. I stopped getting HGUC and MG Gunpla, and I have some HCM-Pros, Gundam Standart figures, Speed Grade, Assault Kingdom and Universal Units.

>>6320281
>this thing in december was plenty available for 25k yen

damn

>>6320475
And it was 20000 when you preordered.

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Got the Crossbones and F91 Skull Heart in today. Fuckin love them, I think they're all great. Took some pics, coming from a shitty phone though, apologies.

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And all of the robots. It's pretty crowded at the moment but I dig it. Need to get a few more acrylic risers, though, the few I have did wonders for the way it all looks.

>>6306974
When ordering an RD off Mandarake, what does 'shipping fee' mean when choosing the shipping options? Is this separate from the cost of shipping or the actual cost? Because it says here that the shipping fee for EMS is 3650 yen, which seems ridiculous if it's on top of the shipping cost.
Ordered from Mandarake well in the past, but don't remember this. Can't find anything on their site about it, either.

>>6320867
EMS is international shipping

>>6320879
I know. Probably should've phrased it better, sorry. What I'm asking is, because shipping costs aren't calculated beforehand, will I end up paying the fee AND the shipping cost? Most of my EMS orders from HLJ of the same amount don't even exceed 2500 yen. So I'm just a bit shocked seeing a fee of 3650 yen, on top of possible shipping costs.

>>6320867
Shipping fee is how much they will charge you to ship your package (shipping cost included)

Example : 3000 yen shipping fee.
Your item cost + that 3000 = total.

>>6306974
Regular Gundam X when?

>>6320987
This. I want my Airmaster and Leopard to follow, damn it.

>>6320853
how is the ZZ?

>>6321090
I like it. It's very bulky so there's not a lot that can be done with it. It's neither the Full Armor or the Enhanced version, so one of those would be the better choice anyway.

>>6320857
Out of curiosity, how big is your largest riser?

I actually just ordered a bunch for my Detolf, and I'm sure they'll work fine, but they're smaller as to ensure they'll fit in the case.

Anyway! I'm stoked to get them, as I'm sure they'll enhance my display much like they did yours! Looks good by the way!

>>6321111
10” Wide x 8" Height x 6” Deep

It's a good big size, it's a bitch to find ones this wide and deep without being too high. I'd still rather it be shorter, but it works with the shorter length shelf.

>>6321126
Oh man, that's huge compared to the ones I've been looking at! Heh. I kinda figured though considering what all you've got on that one riser.

Since mine are going in a Detolf, I was looking at smaller ones for maybe 1 or 2 figures to fit on them.

It's kinda weird how excited I am to see how my display will look after setting'em up. Heh.

>>6308358
>>6307687
>>6307178

No. The true reason because the Astray Red has taken so much shit is because the white parts are not painted like the other metalbuilds.
They left the plastic visible with just a bit of coat and nothing more. For some this does not matter, but for others it's a reduction quality reduction, especially when compared to the Gold Astray or Strike Freedom. Considered what they cost, if a model is not at the top, I think it's perfectly normal to complain.

Fortunately, with the F91 they returned to they high standard quality.

>>6320408
On this subject, the Real Type Colors Super HCM Pro RX-78 caught my eye. How do those still hold up by today's standards? They seem to have an insane amount of engineering and detail vs the average RD.

>>6320936
Oh, cool. Thanks! Was just confused because Mandarake didn't calculate shipping before ordering when I last ordered. Is this a recent thing?

>>6321515
>the white parts are not painted like the other metalbuilds.

I feel like it makes it look kind of cheap, because everything else is painted so the white parts really stand out with that slightly translucent sheen.

>>6320987
>>6321005

Also Hydra Gundam please.

Damashii giveth hope and taketh away.

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>>6320408
Here's a pic.

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>>6320408
Here's another.. in an effort to avoid spamming the thread I'm just going to link to a gallery with the rest:

http://imgur.com/a/4Jmub

>>6307001
MB astray proportions are so fucking gross. Why are the only astrays that come close to the god tier lineart the MSIA and PG?

**RD G Saviour with Terrain mode parts when?**

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>>6312697
I'd suggest getting involved in the Macross World forums and keeping an eye on the For Sale board there. The sale forums there are packed with fair, reasonable sellers. Gotten some fantastic deals there (I got my DX VF-25G from there for under $150 when the seller could easily have gotten 100 bucks more on ebay) and have sold some of my stuff as well. The vast vast majority of people on that board are good folk, but try to deal with people with higher post counts as there are some bad eggs there (had one bad experience with a seller there myself) and people will likewise be more willing to deal with you if you're active on the boards there.

>>6314664
Man, that muzzle flash effect is the best. Still kinda annoyed the standard grunt Zaku II didn't include one.

>>6316886
Grats on the successful haul, anon! Glad to hear you're enjoying everything in it. :D

>>6319496
Looks great, anon. I love the more angular silhouette and that color scheme.

>>6320857
Awesome display!

>>6321728
Sounds like you ordered from SAHRA this time. Orders made from the SAHRA store will have shipping calculated during checkout, because SAHRA is like a warehouse that handles online orders only so they're ready to ship. All the other stores are retail locations that gotta make sure what you order is actually still on the shelf before they can confirm your shipping and stuff.

>>6322286
nice. but i think you need to have it standing next to a soda or a RD.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJBb5X2WiWU

GM Cannon display video

Here's the Gogg:

https://youtu.be/CacxJCaqTmU

>>6323218
And the entire exhibit

https://youtu.be/CH9fFP_G8WA

So what are the chances of us getting some gundams from the second season of Iron Blooded Orphans?
I know the first season's two gundams did not do well, but those second season designs are too good.

>>6324426
Supposedly they're coming. Supposedly.

I would punch some babies for that Barbatos option set from season 1 they showed and a Barbatos Lupus Rex from season 2 for certain. Probably Bael and Vidar too, to be honest.

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Is the Marking Plus Ver. Penelope worth 350k yen? I ordered one on Mandarake for 250k and they charged a whooping 100k for the shipping. I like him but I don't know if he's worth that much.

>>6324950
if your house is big enough to hold that monstrosity, then you should be concerned with a measly 35000 yen, other wise I'm sure you can find better use for the money

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Brocken for just 4500 yen today, will post more soonish

Seen blue zgok on the shelves today too

>>6324950
You could buy a PG Unicorn with all the fancy LEDs for that much

>>6326101

But then you have a PG Unicorn...

>>6326101
but Unicorn is fucking boring
Penelope is a very rad design

>>6326124
If you think it's radder than a PG Unicorn with full LEDs sounds like it's worth it to you

Have they said anything about Thunderbolt RDs?

They could recycle some of the engineering from the Patlabor releases for the covered joints.

>>6326220
Seems inevitable we'll get Thunderbolt RDs if the show's as popular as it seems to be.

>>6326220

I feel like we would've seen something by now if they were interested in doing Thunderbolt RD's. I wonder if they have decided against it considering most modern Gundam series do poorly in RD sales because most people would rather spend $20 on an unfinished model as opposed to $50+ on a higher quality figure.

Not trying to dash hopes or anything. Personally I'd love an Atlas Gundam RD, but I'm a bit skeptical.

>>6326279
I think the lack of modern IPs has more to do with Tamashii trying to position the RD line as a 80s thing so that they can make up for higher manufacturing costs by targeting older nostalgic fans with more disposable income to throw at stuff. Judging by the ever increasing prices it isn't working though.

>>6326220
it'll either be huge(therefore expensive) as fuck or fiddy as fuck

or both

>>6326220

Considering we've gotten like ten total Damashiis from the last three mainline Gundam series combined, I doubt it but you never know.

>>6326220
will they base it on the ANIME mold?
or hard point mold?
or all new mold?

>>6326420
I'd have to be a new mold.

>>6326303
Tamashii can't compete with HG gunpla prices. Maybe models aren't so mainstream in the West but in Asia gunpla represents the biggest chunk of revenue for gundam. I think the current ANIME line has it's own niche in Japan, which would explain the rising prices, since otakus somehow spend big bucks on merchandise

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>>6324965
After much consideration I've decided to get it after all.

>>6326101
I already have the Unicorn and it's great. I don't think any figure cost more than $200 can beat the PG Unicorn in term of value.
The thing is I don't think there is a better presentation of the Penelope anywhere else. I looked into 3rd party models and they all look like a pain in the ass to work with.

>>6326686
that's cool bro, life is short, get what you want and minimize your regrets

>>6326420
they'll probably re-use the green FA-Gundam mold for the Thunderbolt Fa gundam, just add more shields

Not sure how they're going to stick so much shit onto a Zaku at RD size though

>>6326686
Where do you live?

10k yen is too much.

Usually EMS is 4700 yen elsewhere.

>>6326686
>Marking Plus Ver. Penelope

Where do you live? I'm really curious.
I live in the USA and here is my shipping quote for the same item.

DHL EXPRESS WORLDWIDE (Shipping fee 7,400 yen) 1 box
EMS (Shipping fee 5,200 yen) 1 box

>>6326726
>>6326801
Northern California. I checked the shipping rates and 10k does seem a bit excessive. Do they apply shipping issurance automatically when your item exceeds a certain cost?

>>6327040
I live in Northern Cali too and it's much less than what you are paying for. The item is not too big, and the weight is not even heavy.
Insurance is included for free up to 20,000 yen,


I'm pretty sure they miscalculated the weight.

my rate from the SAHRA store.

DHL EXPRESS 7,400 yen

EMS 5,200 yen

https://order.mandarake.co.jp/order/detailPage/item?itemCode=1031538832&ref=eng

SAHRA store, You can check the rate yourself by adding to your cart
- continue to checkout
- Go to Payment / Shipping method
it'll will show your shipping rate options.
just don't finalize the order=no order placed.

I'm not sure how good the google translate is, but it appears the Osaka World Tour event is going to be a bit different from the NYC one:

https://tamashii.jp/special/tour/event_report/osaka.html?dmode=tpc

I think it's saying that A. There will be new Robot Damashii announcements there, and B. That the exclusives will be put up on p-bandai after the event using a lottery system. There also seems to be some kind of presentation from a main stage that will be happening.

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>>6328733
Forgot pic

>>6328743
>>6328733
So does this mean they'll be selling them both at the event and a limited number via lottery through P-Bandai after the fact?

I already have money set aside to buy one of these with if they pop up on Mandarake.

>>6328743
>>6328773

I hope this isn't a sign of things to come. Having the best figures be impossible to get at cons already killed my interest in ThreeA and Acid Rain.

>>6328773
Yes, that's what it looks like to me at least.

>>6326686
>10k shipping
wat the fuck

>>6328798
They're not impossible to get, just expensive. You could buy the Real Type Zaku on ebay right now if you wanted.... last I checked they were goin for $200 though. After the Osaka show and lottery there will be plenty of chances to get it on manda or places like AE, I'm sure.

Acid Rain exclusives are also not that hard to get, with a few exceptions. I just picked up two container guards last week. It's the older exclusives like Sol Deserter that are impossible to find.

>>6328867
>You could buy the Real Type Zaku on ebay right now if you wanted

> they were goin for $200 though

Yes lets have every cool Damashii be $200 going forward lol.

>>6328923
Are you seriously this dense or are you just choosing to ignore the fact that the event was in New York and the next one will be in Japan in one week, which means it will be up for order on p-bandai and all the usual import stores + manda for the usual prices?

>>6326686
>PG Unicorn
Can't wait for the Mega Size tbqh.

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Finally got my MB F91 from that Italiano fellow. It's a little disappointing... It feels less stable than the Gold Frame Astray, has more obvious seams, and the joints are ridiculously tight, so tight it sometimes won't move with what I think is reasonable pressure and I feel like I might break something by accident. And the hands, oh jeez. They're very tight and on a thin, long rod. Changing the hands is nerve wracking, especially putting them on. Joints that are too tight are a problem too. I guess I could play with them to loosen them up but I don't really want to wear the diecast into oblivion.

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>>6327065
I think the high shipping cost was due to pic related.
The DHL rate (7,400 yen) + Customs fee (2,800 yen) = 10,200 yen which is very proximate to the amount I paid.
Anyway, I sent them an email requesting switching from DHL to EMS (which only costs 5,200 yen) and they were cool with it. The difference will be refunded back into PayPal account at a later date.

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>>6321520
SHCMs are good figures. Very good poseability and the detail/paint is superb with a working core fighter system. There's even some diecast bits in the feet to assist with balance. If you like the chunkier style of the SHCM RX-78, then by all means pick it up. I prefer the ANIME RD now, thanks to the sleeker sculpt and overall more playable feel it has, but I'm still happy to have the SHCM in the lineup.

>>6322288
Very cool anon, how much did it run you? My 08th Team HCMs are definitely my favorites.

>>6325993
Still waiting for those Brocken shots, anon... haha, mine is one the way from HLJ as we speak, but definitely interested to hear your thoughts on it.

>>6329004
>which means it will be up for order on p-bandai and all the usual import stores + manda for the usual prices?

Literally nothing suggests that it will be for anything less than scalper prices. Americans can't order 99% of things from P-Bandai, it's a lottery anyways.

>>6329425
glad to hear they were able to switch it back to EMS. I think they realized they mess up when you email them. DHL is be dimensional weight so if they use a bigger box it can cost much more. I always ask them to quote me the price on on my available shipping options when order from their other stores.
cool, Money saved for future toys.

your pic related is for high price order exceeding 200,000 yen.
You order is only 25,000 yen.
we''ll probably be talking about something else when you order start to exceed 200,000 yen ($1759.22) ^_^

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>>6328733
>>6328743
Sweet! Was hoping that'd happen.

>>6329425
Ah hah, seems like Mandarake got mixed up there, as that fee should only be for orders over two hundred thousand, not twenty thousand as yours was.

Nonetheless, great to hear you got that sorted out, anon! Now you just need to get a Xi for your Penelope to square off against. ;)

>>6329452
Lottery items and Japanese convention exclusives have a good chance of showing up on Mandarake for pretty reasonable prices. I've been able to grab a couple lottery/convention exclusives at or even well below the original price (SH Figuarts Clone Captain, RD Banshee Norn that was a Tamashii 2014 or 15 convention exclusive).

Demand is definitely higher tor the Zaku than it was for other RD convention exclusives though, so there's a good chance of a sizeable mark-up too. Hopefully having the item available at both a Japanese convention and via lottery means there's gonna be a lot more Zakus out there to keep the aftermarket price under control in Japan.

Fingers crossed, heh.

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Got my risers for my display today! Just the one shelf is set up for now (I moved recently and have been slow to bust out more RDs).

Absolutely love what they're doing for my display though. Not only does it look nicer, but I can fit more figures on a shelf this way, which is great when you have ~30 RDs to play with. Heh.

>>6329508
NO! I fucked it up!

Sorry guys...

>>6329508
Great job anon. Love the posing on the Dom.

>>6329541
Thanks! I love playing with the Dom trying to recreate its "skating" style of hovering.

It's really hard not to try to snag a Prototype Dom off Mandarake just so I can have another "skater" to play with. Heh.

>>6329508

Which risers would you recommend?

>>6329637
I ordered these:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ZZ43PVC/ref=ya_st_dp_summary

Set of 3 in 3, 4, and 5 inches. Cheap and effective. I was actually hoping for some slightly larger ones, but couldn't pass up the price. I actually ordered 4 sets so I have options for each of my Detolf's shelves.

The only issue I have is the 3" riser is a bit small for more dynamic poses (it's the one my RX-78-2 is on), but it still gets the job done.

>>6329637
>>6329655
Forgot to mention: I didn't know until I received them, but they're surprisingly "low profile," too.

As in they're hard to notice, which is great because they don't take away from the figures or clutter the visuals of the display either.

>>6329050
that rifle looks comically huge in that picture

BMass Production Z'gok in-stock at manda:

https://order.mandarake.co.jp/order/DetailPage/item?itemCode=1064892243&ref=list&lang=en

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>>6329444
completely forgot!
the brocken is a great figure, the gun accessories are just fantastic and cool, posability once again mimics the ingram but feels even easier to play with

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>>6330117
The accessories are plenty for this figure, definitely worth picking up as fodder for your ingram

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>>6329050
Yep, the model itself is rad, but yeah the joints are really too tight. It's advisable to play a bit with that figure, a thing that generally i do not do with MB.

The level of details is still wonderful.

>>6330120
you forgot to plug the nazi machine gun into the brocken's dick, it's not getting any juice

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Hopefully I'll be able to find more of that Real type Zaku.. shit is dope! Lucky to have had a friend go to NY show to snag them for me while he was getting Goku

>>6331130

You post on the Facebook robot spirits page don't you?

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>>6330386

>>6331395
too bad the Alphonse's junk cable isn't deployable

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RD GM is on sale right now for 3k yen on HLJ

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>>6332079
Nice. I knew waiting was the right idea.

>>6332083

When i bought 4 of em at launch they were like 4.5k yen.

>>6332095
And?

>>6332098

HLJ jacks up the price after launch then puts em on sale. It's their new MO.

>>6332113
In any case, it's still cheaper than release price.

>>6331225
Yea I post on there some. Nice to know there's several communities I can read through and see stuff!

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Do Hi-Metal Rs actually...contain metal?

Also, I'm not really into Macross but I'm considering the Destroid Spartan because it's an appealingly clunky robot with a club and a nice color scheme. But I am a bit concerned that it won't be able to do much thanks to its bulk. Someone convince me to either buy or pass on this.

>>6332459

the bottoms of the feet are metal... so there will be chips

>>6332079
Got 5.

I also have 5 Zakus.

Now I need two GM Cannons to go with them, and an extra Guncannon too.

>>6332459
The figures basically only have metal joints and feet.

Destroids don't do a whole lot to begin with even in the anime. I wouldn't expect it to be able to do any particularly fancy posing.

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>>6332079
The GM's face looks really childish on this one much like SD Gundam Gaiden's fellow civilian GM Henson.

>>6332459
>>6332531

Several of the major joints, and the bottom of the feet, are made of diecast based off previously shown publicity shots of an unpainted prototype. It should be chunky and hefty, while being about as posable as you could hope for out of the design. Hi-Metal R releases in general haven't been lacking in their joints, both in stability and range of movement. Spartan is a little doofy looking so don't expect the moon out of it, but it should move about as well as you could realistically hope for a clown-shoed, bulky legged robot to.

>>6332079
Damn, must've missed it cause I can't find a listing for it anywhere on HLJ.

Someday I'll grab a GM for a sale price.

>>6332468

Well mate, that's just realism then, idn't it?

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>>6332920
>>6332924
>>6332934
Any reviews yet?

Had to cancel my pre-order because too much money being spent (had my wisedom teeth pulled...) and it wasn't something big in my childhood unlike the valks.

But...I still like it

Cease all sandbox exploiting until further notice please. The jig may finally be up.

Those who this message is for know what I'm talking about.

>>6333033
Shit. I was wondering when they would catch on. At least I got a RD Ex-S out of it.

>>6333041
It could be a false alarm.. I'll know more soon. Until then it's better to be safe than sorry.

>>6333033
Please don't play with your RDs in sandboxes. It's very awkward, and you end up with sand in awkward places.

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>>6333053
I wish someone told me this before I had my zaku up my shaft

>>6332942
>Any reviews yet?

Always bet on hacchaka to have a speedy photo set of new releases uploaded to the web.
http://blog.livedoor.jp/hacchaka/archives/52004690.html

>>6333033
Shit, I never got around to pre-ordering a Zaku Cannon that way...

Let us know what the final word is on this as soon as you can.

>>6333095
cheers anon, now to work out to track him down or to wait for a possible sale...or let it go.

Damn wisdom teeth, coulda bought a car for what I spent

>>6333112

Still available at a few of the major import sites.
Jus sayin.

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>>6333095

Cool. Looks great. Glaug dropped the ball a little bit on colors and markings, but this thing looks aces.

>>6333117
Oh I know, they didnt order stop at hlj when I was last watching.

Its just the fact is I'm paying for a goofy robot I don't really know all that well compared to the valks which I bought almost all releases of, that and bad timing, with the recovery rate of my funds being slow it could be a long time.

I just want the regults back, I would kill my bank for one and mandarake never holds them for long, damn army builders

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>>6333125

Gotcha. I had a little diecast of this bugger as a kid, so I'm all over this.

(Last I remember, I had painted it in camo and made a "hang glider" for it using wings from a B1 bomber kit. Yeah, I was that kinda kid. This time I'll keep it in factory paint.)

>>6333135
>Yeah, I was that kinda kid
I was the kid with that sort of imagination but with enough autism to keep me from actually having any actual fun.

I'm tempted after checking out that review, I hope he sticks around for awhile, although I feel if I do get him I'll be tempted to get all the other destroids like I have done for the valks and I know even less of the defender, let alone others.

Although the whole battletech thing makes that kinda tempting

>>6333125
>I just want the regults back, I would kill my bank for one and mandarake never holds them for long

Solaris Japan has 'em used for $144 CAD. I find that site to be pretty reliable for last resort buys since Plamoya price gouges you even worse than eBay sellers a lot of the time.

>>6333172
>$144 cad

I did say I'd burn out my wallet but more like rrp on release day not commit financial suicide.

That right is reserved for my holiest o'grails, not simple iconic cannon fodder, hence why I check mandarake until I see one for 5,000yen

>>6333105
I'm in the same boat as you with the Zaku Cannon anon, as soon as I know I'll make a post here.

>>6333209
Heh, good to hear I'm not alone. Really not looking forward to potentially hunting one down on Mandarake, considering I've yet to see a Prototype Dom in stock there since it released.

At least I can order a GM Cannon straight from Bandai now...

>>6332894
Sold out.

Sold out everywhere now.

Mandarake still has it for 3500.

>>6333033
FUCK

Let us know

>>6333588
Yeah, I kinda figured. I'm gonna wait a little longer and see if another sale pops up anywhere else down the line. But 3500 from Mandarake isn't too bad either.

>>6333729
Anyone else army building the ANIME line?

I have:
5 GMs
5 Zaku II
3 Doms
1 Gouf
1 Gundam
1 Guncannon
1 G3
1 Char's Dom

I need one more Guncannon, 2x blue Z'Gok and 1x Gogg.

>>6333761
no if I have that amount of money I'll put it in my IRA

it's actually cheaper to army build with the unicorn or zeta than the ANIME zaku

an unicorn army will own the whole UC timeline

>>6333761
Nice. I have way too many MSIA to start all over again with RDs.

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Yay Brocken!

>>6330117
Thanks, anon! Your thoughts and pics helped hyped me up for Brocken's arrival.

>>6333095
Looks fantastic, got my payment request from HLJ today too. Wish it had been a week earlier so I could have included it with this shipment, heh.

>>6332079
Drat, would have loved to grab another!

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Draken is a very attractive valk, luckily had no issues with the tampos, though I did have some chips on the red paint on a few of the leading edges.

Getting the Draken into gerwalk was such a struggle. For the life of me, I could not get the crotch to peg into the hooks on upper body. Tried adjusting the hips into all sorts of angles but it just would not work, pretty frustrating. I ended up just resting the body on top of the crotch. Battroid went smoother and looks fantastic (though all my pics of that mode turned out bad, heh). Going back to fighter was a pain as well, and I'm not entirely sure I'm getting it right, but at least it looks great.

Overall a very distinctive valk that I'm glad to have (love "bad guy" valks), but probably one of the least fun I've transformed.

Figuarts Zero Mirage is pretty nice too (even has some articulation with a swivel in her left arm!), but as an anon mentioned, she definitely looks and feels more like a prize figure than a proper quality statute. A bit smaller than I expected too, though considering it's a Figuarts, I guess I should have known it'd be about Figuarts sized. I had originally preordered her but cancelled it later on, and I'm very glad I did. While she's a nice display piece for 2K yen, I would not have been very happy if I had paid the original price of 4K+.

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Brocken is just as excellent as >>6330117 said he'd be, and is probably my favorite thing outta this haul.

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I want to get a couple of the diecast mechatro wego figures. Does anyone know if they're good? My main concern is because their armour is all removable that it might pop off by accident when handling.

>>6334892
No, they're very solid. I like mine a lot. Just be aware that they're REALLY small. Like maybe the height of two Lego minifigs standing on each other. Be careful with the claws too, the plastic feels durable enough but you wanna be extra careful when something is that small and articulated.

>>6335182
Thanks. Do you have just one or multiple? I'm wondering about the armour swapping aspect of them

>>6335469
I had two, but I sold one recently. Regrettably, I never tried swapping the armor while I had both, and now it's too late. It should work fine though, they're all the same mold. The armor holds on well too (no falling off while posing or handling).

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Got this guy today. Gonna wait for new thread to post the pics.

>>6335935
>Gonna wait for new thread to post the pics.
Why?

>>6335939
over 300 posts already

>>6335944
So? It's not like nobody's not going to see your pics.

>>6335947
A I havent actually taken the pics yet and were almost at the limit.


B. It prevents OP from having to link to it

C. >>6335944 isnt me.

I need some new robots. Anything I should be looking at?

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>>6333135

>>6307484
Who dis, can I buy dis

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Running out of room.. still like to find some more Zaku for cheaper.. but I'm all caught up. Can't wait to get my Cannon Zaku and RX cannons in down the road

>>6336589
im mad jelly of your collection atm, thats what i want mine to be

>>6336589
Nice that you got the Zaku I Sniper in the mix. I will try to mix mine in there as well despite the different aesthetics.

>>6336597
I literally dropped all toy lines just so I could focus on obtaining this line to completion.. sucks how many webshop and special releases there has been.. hasn't saved me much more money haha

>>6336606
Yea I have two of the original release Zaku's and him and there is some differences but they fit with the rest of them so I decided to keep them in the mix

>>6336606
The Zaku 1 Sniper is still one of my favorites even after all the ANIME releases.

>>6336610
Zaku 1 sniper is just a dope ass design imo so I snagged from mandarake while I could get him a little lower in price

>>6336589

Great collection! Consider getting some risers, dude.

Mass Production Zgok in stock at manda: https://order.mandarake.co.jp/order/detailPage/item?itemCode=1065238316&ref=list

>>6336612
Same here, I think I paid $80+ shipping for it.

>>6336612
>>6336853
Which one are you talking about? The only one I can find is $20.

How many generic Zakus do you guys think I would need to recreate the original anime in stop motion (only robot scenes obviously)

>>6336772
What's some good risers you would suggest and where to snag them?

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New thread!

>>6337479 →

>>6335935
Looking forward to the pics!

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>>6337350

I recommend these.

>>6337544
Awesome! I'll snag some for the shelf!