Sanity is Optional

Well, I'm going to try and match the illustrations the best I can while maintaining shape and function. In the case of the missile pod that means missile inserts and opening doors mainly, and a pretty simple exterior. Debating if I want to have the missiles be removable and complete as an option, or just do a 1-piece tray underneath with missile heads molded in.

Warning: the decals are absolute MURDER on the Delta valkyries. Huge number, and you need to trim the edges, plus they get scraped off super easy without a topcoat, which needs to be applied in all 3 forms and partway in-between to cover everything. Oh, you'll also need to transform it while applying decals.

Honestly, I find the legs on the HMR Defender to be way easier to pose than the Spartan's. Probably due to the improved foot/ankle range of motion which makes it much easier to get the feet flat in more extreme poses.

By the way, feel free to kibbitz on the design, I'm an engineer not a graphical designer here so I tend to make everything look like cubes as a default.

Missile Pod done: Shapeways 1:60 STL files 1:72 STL files Gunpod hardpoint clip done: Shapeways STL file Thanks @Xigfrid for sharing his DX hardpoint CAD info for the clip. @valhary has made a resin cast for those interested. Original message below: Xigfrid inspired me to make use of my CAD software, and so I'm working up alternate pods for the VF-31, since I don't want my 31a using a damn drone charger. First step, which is done, is to make a basic block-out of the outside of the pod in it's stowed shape. Up next I'm going to try and make the simpler of the alternate pods shown in the master file (p76-77): the cluster missile pod (as they don't need to bend apart in the middle). Unsure quite how I want to do the hinged missile doors, might call for a brass rod running down the side as a hinge. If that goes well, I'll try the beam cannon unit. Probably not going to do the projection unit, as I'm not a fan of the look, and honestly curves are a giant PITA to model up in my CAD software. Once I'm done I'll put the STPs and Parasolids up on a filesharing platform and upload the stuff to Shapeways as well.

I plan to get some yetistand wall mounts instead and display everything. Once my wallet recovers, which may take a month or two (what with VF-2SS and SDF-1).

You're making me want to take my vf-27 out of the box...but I have nowhere to display it.

I'm actually planning to work up a 3D printed replacement pod using the master file's missile pod as a guide, finally starting on it tomorrow. Unfortunately I don't have access to a 3D printer, so I'll have to rely on CAD work and hope it goes together well.

What can I say, something about the triangular visor just doesn't look good to me. I prefer the S by far, and the J is my least favorite.

I'd be all in for these, except I already have M&M in HMR, and I'm not a big fan of the J head.

Same, though I'm a lot more willing to use EMS when it's coming from HLJ, NY is slow as molasses regardless. Last thing I had shipped from them is still on the way via ferry because why bother with 2-3wk shipping when it takes 1-2weeks to even get out the door?

No kidding, I have a SAL package right now, last update was 8 days ago saying "dispatched from outward office of exchange". Bet it's been sitting in a crate waiting for space on a plane.

Dang, it usually takes 3weeks to reach me on the west coast.

I'm assuming he meant he wasn't aware of the HMR version.

You are not kidding, they also just put up the pre-orders for a Metal Build Arbalest too. Damn Bandai and their figures almost never getting remakes.

Looks like you're not the only one, someone just put one up on the for sale forum. Tight period for finances with the SDF-1, VF-2SS, VF-31J Kai, VF-31a and all I suppose.

I'm just glad I was able to get all 3 forms of the SV-262 with the Tomytec kits, rather than buying (and transforming) 3 different DX Chogokins. Or using the 1/72 scale kits and needing to do all the painting and decaling.

I'm glad I randomly noticed it coming out (and managed to get an order in through Hobby Search after the main pre-order rush). Not really a fan of the super pack, but it makes an awesome looking battroid.

Yup, I asked them since I wanted to combine my missile Regults with a PBandai Gundam kit that's coming out in December. After I asked if I could cancel and re-order they said it was fine, and to contact them about cancelling the old orders after the new one was in. I'd make sure to get that in writing first before putting in a second order though.

So, I checked with them, and they will let you cancel/re-order to get everything in the same shipment. Which still requires that everything be available for pre-order. And also requires you to pay out extra and then get it refunded. I guess there's a reason HLJ always sells out first.

I'm good with the 2 I ordered, only a bit above $500 shipped. Now I want supers, with alternate weapons pod included.

Looking at the backs of the knees, it does not appear to be transformable at the very least.

So, Battle 7? I was hoping for TV SDF-1, but I can see wanting to save that for a bit after the SDF-1 movie.

I'd go with 3 for that monster

Knowing NY they probably order a huge amount extra to sell later on at a markup.