Isamu test pilot Posted May 29, 2008 Posted May 29, 2008 OK, any news or new ingo about it? I am in Mexico, but I really want to get this books or magazines, the Macross Chronicles... So I am asking for any help or info of how I could get this publishing, perhaps I am in a wrong place of the forums to ask this... But any help will be very appreciate...
azrael Posted May 29, 2008 Posted May 29, 2008 We don't have an ISBN number for it so we don't have an exact date. Release will be in mid-July. http://macrossworld.com/mwf/index.php?s=&a...st&p=601666 http://macrossworld.com/mwf/index.php?s=&a...st&p=601700
crasis Posted May 29, 2008 Posted May 29, 2008 (edited) I posted this in the Frontier News thread, but perhaps it is better off here. OverDrive is taking orders right now for subscriptions to Macross Chronicle. The pricing options are as follows (as they were e-mailed to me): 6 Month Subscription 12issues x $12= $144 Shipping Cost 6 x $5 =$30 Total Amount $177 1 Year Subscription 24 issues x $10 =$240 Shipping Costs 12 x $5 =$60 Total Amount $300 Please note all prices and shipping costs are estimates at this point and are not final. We don't have all the information yet but this is what we would like to do. We're open to suggestions if you have any. Feel free to e-mail them to sign up/express your interest. They have mentioned that at LEAST 20 people need to sign up for a subscription in order for this to work. So, if you're serious, e-mail them soon! NOTE: As I indicated in the earlier thread, I have no ties to this company, though they are good friends of fellow MW member Save (and have provided excellent service to a great deal of members here tracking down CMs Legioss/Tread). I noticed a bunch of us are looking to track down this magazine, and this was the one place that actually e-mailed me inquiring about fan interest. Edited May 29, 2008 by crasis
Graham Posted May 29, 2008 Posted May 29, 2008 I'm a little leery about committing to a 1 year subscription, when we don't know how many issues there will be yet in total. It may only turn out to be 10 issues for example. If it's less than 24 issues, then does Overdrive refund the balance? Graham
azrael Posted May 29, 2008 Posted May 29, 2008 I'm a little leery about committing to a 1 year subscription, when we don't know how many issues there will be yet in total. It may only turn out to be 10 issues for example. If it's less than 24 issues, then does Overdrive refund the balance? I'd be weary of this too. Not to mention the price of a single issue on the 1/2 year is near double the MSRP. I know they need to make money but that's a bit high...
sketchley Posted May 29, 2008 Posted May 29, 2008 I'm getting this funny feeling that this is going to be of the same genre as those monthly Gundam, X-Files, Star Trek, Evangelion, etc. magazines that are common in one section of the average bookshop. You know, a little bit on this character, that mecha, this episode, that gun pod or missile, and perhaps even an interview or two. Nothing much more than enough to wet the appetite for more... I won't be surprised if they also start selling a binder for us consumers to put them in...
sketchley Posted May 29, 2008 Posted May 29, 2008 Of course... I'm probably going to buy them anyways because they have the word "macross" on them. waves byebye to his ￥...
azrael Posted May 29, 2008 Posted May 29, 2008 I'm getting this funny feeling that this is going to be of the same genre as those monthly Gundam, X-Files, Star Trek, Evangelion, etc. magazines that are common in one section of the average bookshop. You know, a little bit on this character, that mecha, this episode, that gun pod or missile, and perhaps even an interview or two. Nothing much more than enough to wet the appetite for more... I won't be surprised if they also start selling a binder for us consumers to put them in... 32-34 pages/release really reminds me of the Gundam 00 Official Files.
crasis Posted May 29, 2008 Posted May 29, 2008 If it's less than 24 issues, then does Overdrive refund the balance? Beats me. Ask them!
darkrealmbahamut Posted May 29, 2008 Posted May 29, 2008 I wish there was more info it just seems like something that could be amazing but there is nothing known really.
Zinjo Posted May 29, 2008 Posted May 29, 2008 Beats me. Ask them! Definitely fertile ground here, but more info is needed...
crasis Posted May 30, 2008 Posted May 30, 2008 Okay guys, I expressed your (very valid) concerns about refunds and whatnot to OverDrive yesterday. Here's the response: Could you assure everyone that if the magazine is canceled before a full run, the money for each issue that is canceled will be refunded. We understand people having reservation about paying money up front but we don't want to process 20 to 30 orders every two weeks - it'll get confusing who paid for what and someone going to make a mistake. Meanwhile, if there are people who want information on the magazine as soon as possible, they should create a account on our site and subscribe to our newsletter. As soon as there is new info we'll send it out through the newsletter. So, yeah, we'll definitely get refunded if the publisher cancels the magazine. That's one less worry!
Gubaba Posted May 31, 2008 Posted May 31, 2008 I ordered it from Kinokuniya Bookstore, but they aren't sure if they can get it. If they can, I'll let y'all know, if you'd like.
aerocombatpilot Posted June 1, 2008 Posted June 1, 2008 Does anybody know if Macross Chronicles will be offered through the Preview comics guide like Newtype and other anime magazines?
Gubaba Posted June 1, 2008 Posted June 1, 2008 Does anybody know if Macross Chronicles will be offered through the Preview comics guide like Newtype and other anime magazines? Aren't those all American anime magazines...?
aerocombatpilot Posted June 1, 2008 Posted June 1, 2008 Aren't those all American anime magazines...? No, I'm not talking about Newtype USA and other American anime mags. Inside the Previews Comics guide there is an Import magazine section that carries all anime magazines from Japan. I just wondered if they were going to carry Macross Chronicle.
Gubaba Posted June 1, 2008 Posted June 1, 2008 No, I'm not talking about Newtype USA and other American anime mags. Inside the Previews Comics guide there is an Import magazine section that carries all anime magazines from Japan. I just wondered if they were going to carry Macross Chronicle. Oh. Well, it's a possibility then...if Harmony Gold doesn't make a stink, that is.
Graham Posted June 24, 2008 Posted June 24, 2008 Here's a scan from the new August 2008 issue of Hobby Japan magazine (out today), which I'm guessing shows some sample pages from the upcoming Macross Chronicles. Graham
Sulendil Ang Posted June 24, 2008 Posted June 24, 2008 (edited) I ordered it from Kinokuniya Bookstore, but they aren't sure if they can get it. If they can, I'll let y'all know, if you'd like. Thanks for the info! I will also check with my local Kinokuniya to see if they can them or not. Graham: Yup, it's indeed the preview of the first issue of Macross Chronicle. I dig the new art of VF-1J! Edited June 24, 2008 by Sulendil Ang
Zinjo Posted June 24, 2008 Posted June 24, 2008 Here's a scan from the new August 2008 issue of Hobby Japan magazine (out today), which I'm guessing shows some sample pages from the upcoming Macross Chronicles. Graham That's Macross pron if I ever saw it!
Fred_Scuttle Posted June 25, 2008 Posted June 25, 2008 That's Macross pron if I ever saw it! Hmm.....I don't know if I'm jaded....but it kinda looks like a 'Hey!! - 10 to 20 year olds. We KNOW you grew up in a time where Macross was 2nd or 3rd fiddle to Gundam and Evangelion.....let us show you some of it's history!!!' Which - if I did not already have Perfect Memory, the Gold Book, The TIA Specials, the 6 volume Anime Collection, the Flash Back 2012 MOOK, both Modeling Manuals, the Encyclopedias, etc etc etc......this MIGHT be cool but looks like 90% of it will be re-hash? Might keep a watch on it though - they could get to cool Zero or Frontier stuff as the publish. Fred
Zinjo Posted June 25, 2008 Posted June 25, 2008 (edited) Hmm.....I don't know if I'm jaded....but it kinda looks like a 'Hey!! - 10 to 20 year olds. We KNOW you grew up in a time where Macross was 2nd or 3rd fiddle to Gundam and Evangelion.....let us show you some of it's history!!!' Which - if I did not already have Perfect Memory, the Gold Book, The TIA Specials, the 6 volume Anime Collection, the Flash Back 2012 MOOK, both Modeling Manuals, the Encyclopedias, etc etc etc......this MIGHT be cool but looks like 90% of it will be re-hash? Might keep a watch on it though - they could get to cool Zero or Frontier stuff as the publish. Fred That's what I want to get it for. The unpublished line art of the new series' as well has higher quality line art from the older series' Hopefully they'll use mostly glossy paper for those as opposed to the standard news print. Edited June 25, 2008 by Zinjo
Sorata Posted June 25, 2008 Posted June 25, 2008 I may be interested but did I hear right that the 6 month subscription is 2 times the msrp, thats not too good even considering its being imported.
Shun Posted June 25, 2008 Posted June 25, 2008 i mentioned this before in the news thread. the publisher is the one who did Gundam Fact Files - they're full of details (note: japanese text) and loved by diehard fans. IIRC, there are 150+ issues for Gundam Fact Files, granted there are alot more series for Gundam... too bad i cant spare the $ for this, seems way too expensive
Beltane70 Posted June 26, 2008 Posted June 26, 2008 Looks like I have another thing to ask my friend to get me during his many trips to Japan!
yellowlightman Posted June 30, 2008 Posted June 30, 2008 I went to a bunch of stores looking for the first issue today, but I guess it doesn't come out until July? Has a specific release date been announced?
the_foul_fowl Posted June 30, 2008 Posted June 30, 2008 According to this article http://mainichi.jp/enta/mantan/news/200806...00c.html?inb=rs the first ish will be released on July 24th
lynn2009 Posted June 30, 2008 Posted June 30, 2008 HMV Japan has started pre-orders for the first four issues and binder: Issue One Cover Image: http://img.hmv.co.jp/image/jacket/400/27/5/3/257.jpg Binder: http://img.hmv.co.jp/image/jacket/400/27/5/3/280.jpg Unfortunately, shipping would be really high on this、but cheaper than Amazon Japan.
Fly'n Brian Posted July 1, 2008 Posted July 1, 2008 Check this page out, which has some small photos of what some of the pages are going to be. http://www.hmv.co.jp/product/detail/2753257
vanpang Posted July 1, 2008 Posted July 1, 2008 Yeah I hope my local kinokuniya store is getting them and I am glad the Bindder is not special mail order or web -order exclusive
Sulendil Ang Posted July 1, 2008 Posted July 1, 2008 Yeah I hope my local kinokuniya store is getting them and I am glad the Bindder is not special mail order or web -order exclusive Me too. BTW, do you live in Malaysia? If you do, please drop me a PM if you found them in Kinokuniya at Suria KLCC, k?
lynn2009 Posted July 1, 2008 Posted July 1, 2008 Check this page out, which has some small photos of what some of the pages are going to be. http://www.hmv.co.jp/product/detail/2753257 From HMV's description, there will be thirteen types of pull-out pages (descriptions are from the site, not mine): 1) Mechanic Sheet Starting with the Valkyries, information and explanation of the mecha. The main mecha illustration will be an original illustration each issue. 2) Character Sheet From the main to minor characters, profiles of all characters. 3) Time Line Sheet The first printed timeline for all Macross series. 4) World Guide Sheet Pick-up on the Culture, Settings, and Planets of the Macross World. 5) History Sheet With original illustrations mixed in, descriptions and explanations of things that happened in Macross. 6) Technonogy Sheet A close look at the different technology in Macross. 7) Song Sheet Featuring “Songs” of Macross. Lyrics and liner notes. Gallery Sheet Visuals of Macross posters and CD jackets on a fold-out sheet. 9) Goods Sheet From the rare to the newest Macross-related goods. 10) Terminology Dictionary Sheet Terms and Descriptions of words used in all Macross Series 11) Tribute Sheet Illustrations and Interviews based on Macross by creators currently working in the industry. 12) Making Sheet Behind the Scenes Production information from the series staff through interviews and materials. 13) Extra Sheet Staff List, etc. for each series. I think I'm most excited about the Gallery, Goods, and Making Sheets. I like reading interviews and need something positive to wipe that nasty aftertaste of Itano's bashing of the Macross series in the BS Yawa book.
Sulendil Ang Posted July 1, 2008 Posted July 1, 2008 Thanks for the information, lynn2009! Looks like Macross Chronicle is going to be a one sweet series.
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