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There was the Nexx vf-2ss announcement (if you didn't catch it). Otherwise, it was just jvmacross trolling other members because it is a day that ends in Y.
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I've read several theories about why the original HM line failed. Competing with cheaper yamato vf-1s. Some poor quality releases (like the vf-19s) hurting the line. Generally being the wrong line at the wrong time. Sure, these could all have been contributing factors. But they are just that, theories. Do you have some actual evidence to add it it? If so, I'd love to see it. All I've seen is conjecture on forums by people that have no more information than the next person. Do you know someone at Bandai that actually knows something about the decision making process? Where you part of the decision making process to cancel the original HM line? I seriously doubt it. What is ignorant is to assume it is a single-issue situation. And that the factors that people theorized back then where the only possible reasons that could exist. And so here we have a reborn HMR line, with figures outside the macross franchise, that has been more successful than the previous one. Could the outside interest be a contributing factor to its success? I would certainly say so, otherwise why would Bandai continue to make non-macross HMR figures? Do you have any evidence to suggest otherwise? Or just more ad hominem insults? Edit: This was brought up in the vf-31 thread, I believe, but we know Macross is a tiny portion of Bandai's sales. It makes sense that they would try to diversify the line if Macross isn't that big to Bandai. Here is some more recent info. As we can see, Macross doesn't even make the top 10 (again).
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I disagree with you so I must have to go research other peoples' random opinions on why something failed. How about I don't, instead. You're a class act man. This community is so much better with your thoughtful, well-written posts.
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If you say so, boss. As a great man once said: At any rate, I do agree with the sentiment that we need something that isn't a vf-1. I love the enemy mecha, and I wouldn't hate the remaining destroids. But I guess we'll have to wait.
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Would it be economically viable like that? Maybe, maybe not. Remember, this is Hi-metal "reboot" (or whatever you want the R to stand for). There was a previous line that failed. There are probably a ton of reasons why the first line failed, but having HMR incorporate more than Macross probably makes it more economically viable. Sure, it means we get what we want slower, but at least we'll actually get it...
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I almost feel like they are holding them hostage to some degree. They know we want them. We know they have them. But in order to get them, we need to continue to "support" the line through other releases. I also think they want to hold on to them to get interest in the future of the line high (but I don't think that is necessary).
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I don't want to speak too soon, but it seems like the announcement of another Lil' draken set is driving the price on the current one down. I'll be following it over the next couple weeks. Maybe it was the drakens themselves, not the sword, shield and missile pods, that was driving the price up? It could be, given that the sv-262 itself has been a shelf-warmer.
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I'm definitely down for a VF-0 ghost booster bundle, particularly the VF-0S. I'm pretty sure that will be announced sometime this year (at least the VF-0A bundle). I actually don't think a PF GBP is likely in any version (bundle or stand alone), but that is just a hunch. If Arcadia is going to continue with v2 VF-1s, then I'd actually expect a VF-1A from them at some point. Maybe a CF or TV Max. But probably a DYRL Hikaru VF-1A, if I'm being realistic.
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I missed (or really passed on) the first vf-31f. I'll be passing on this one as well, I'm only interested in the vf-31S, and that is largely due to the potential armor. At this point everyone should know (unless you are brand new) that macross toy production is all about milking molds to the point of saturation, and getting the same suckers whales, enthusiasts to buy essentially the same thing over and over again. That is just the nature of this particular beast. If you don't like that the companies do it, don't support them by buying their merch. Or just pass on the releases that you feel are overly abusive/money-grubbing, and I wager you'll be a lot less upset about them in the long run. You'll live, I promise. Just something I learned from the video game hobby; I don't really get pissed off at all the crappy things video game publishers do if I just don't engage with those particular products. As always, let your wallet do the talking.
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It runs the whole weekend, so let's not call anything too early. But I'm not getting my hopes up.
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Yeah, that is part of the reason I'm inclined to believe the rumor. It fits entirely with Arcadia's MO. I do wish we had more than "I know a guy," but sometimes you can't be specific on sources.
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This is what I've been holding out for, that is great news for me. Can you say anything about the reliability of your "source?" (I understand if you can't)?
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Not to derail the thread, but aren't those prices reaching a point where someone could just make one (3D printing etc.) for less than that? I know for some collectors, only the genuine article will do, but you would think the fact that someone could actually make one of those for cheaper would put a ceiling on the price. Or maybe those prices aren't grounded in any sort of current market reality. Edit: I just noticed they are graded, so this is definitely in the realm of the MISB type collector, not the person that is going to open and enjoy the plastic itself, so that makes more "sense," I guess.
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The whims of Bandai are not for us mere mortals to understand, so there is no really saying if or what will get announced this year. Also keep in mind that HMR isn't exclusively a Macross line, so there are things like this that take up production space in the HMR line: https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/24264-hi-metal-r-brockary.html
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I've never done business with any of those retailers, but it sounds like either they can't take any more orders (but for some reason have left the listing open), or they might be cancelling your order based on your shipping address. That is just a guess, though.
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Super quick and dirty:
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That's less than the HLJ pre-order price on opening night, so I wouldn't feel to bad about that. Where is it still available at that price?
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http://tamashii.jp/special/tamashii_comic-con/exhibition.html It says "and more," but what that could be is anyone's guess. Macross obviously isn't big enough to get its own Tamashii Nations event, but shoe-horning it into this comic-focused event might not happen. I'll expect nothing, and if we get anything Macross related, I'll be pleasantly surprised.
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Might be a little a early for this but may as well start the speculation now: http://tamashii.jp/special/tamashii_comic-con/ This is obviously comic-focused, but is there a chance we see anything Macross? More HMR news? DX VF-1J? Armor parts for VF-31S? Anything? Nothing?
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I think people paying $500+ for the current Kairos are a bit... loopy. The chance that it maintains that price in the long-term is fairly low. Not only is there this persistent rumor of more supply coming, the fact that we might get an Arad VF-31A could further drop the value on the CF VF-31A. If the Arad Kairos is similar enough to the current CF Kairos, the vast majority of collectors aren't going to care about what number is painted on it, if there is a $200+ dollar difference. Only the most completionist collectors are going to care which version of the Kairos they have, and the overall market sets the prices, not a few collectors. Of course it is Bandai, so we may never get an Arad VF-31A, because that would make too much sense.
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This is my plan B. If I can't get the screw cover off, I'll just gouge out a little bit of the styrofoam lid where the bridge will sit. Hopefully I'll be able to get the cover off. I'm hoping just some tape or other adhesive will be able to get it out without much effort, but I'm not going to mess with it for months now.
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Yeah, I had the bridge on without a screw for a while. I just wanted it to feel "complete," so I ended up screwing the bridge on. Now I'm not sure how I'm going to get it off when I pack it up for moving... I'll figure something out, I guess. If anyone has any insight as to how to get the screw cover off (so I can get at the screw), I'd appreciate it.
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Your most recent Macross or toy purchase! General thread.
HardlyNever replied to Gakken85's topic in Hall Of The Super Topics
I've been collecting for just under 2 years, and I have spent about half that... I know we're all here to have a good time, and if you can truly afford it, great. But you may want to pace yourself a bit. How we value things will of course be subject, but that also doesn't look like it should have cost you $7k. Unless the things you don't have pictured are like super-mega grail pieces. Definitely not trying to rain on your parade, or tell you what to do, just my perspective. I'm glad you are enjoying the hobby. -
Macross Collectibles Market Watch - Current Auction/Store SOLD prices
HardlyNever replied to jvmacross's topic in Toys
Unfortunately, the price on those Regults isn't THAT out of line of where they are at places like Mandarake, YA Japan, etc. It is high, but not ridiculously so. I definitely regret not buying more than one of those at pre-order price. The Roy is just insane, like others said, there is something weird going on with the sale history there.
