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They did. There were several problems with that approach. The first was that they set the story a whopping 700 years in the future. The problem with that, is that when you create a spinoff story that's so far detatched from the preceeding series, If creates a disconnect with the fans.Another problem was that it was done in an outdated CG that was so different from what fans were used to. I think this was one of the main problems as well, but from what I heard, they were pretty adamant about using that style. Thirdly, the preview only shows these type of escavating veritechs. Who the hell wants to see a show about something like that? Maybe there was more, but if you don't show it in a preview, you're not giving people enough interest to see it. Last, it was Carl Macek working on it. Now, before you Robotech fans get your panties in a bunch, you're talking about a guy who changed Robotech the Untold Story into the product it was, even if he was told to change some of it, seeing what it was supposed to be isn't any better. His Sentinels story, although the basis of it seems OK, was riddled with minor, small bad ideas that would cloud the overall story. Even still, when the dollar/yen ratio went bad, the product still didn't seem viable enough for the financiers to continue. Macek never really proved himself as a ground up story writer, someone who could take an idea from concept to final product and be successful. From what I've heard, he got better at it later, but that was after HG. Robotech 3000 seemed like another poor idea that only he thought was going to be a blockbuster hit, kinda like what the staff thinks now, except luckily for the RT fans, that never got off the ground.
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If Yamato did an 11D, it'd be interesting to see how the cockpit cover is done. In any case, I wish Yamato would come out with more variants of the 11 as well. I don't know how many more variations of the B and C they could sell, but Mylene's 11 Max-L would be a definite buy for me, just like the VF-4, and like a VA-3, if they were to do that. Ray and Veffida's 17D would also have to be purchased as well, as Firebomber needs to be complete. Yamato should get try to get some of the licenses to make toy versions of Dengeki hobby and Hasegawa kits. I'd buy many of the Macross the Ride variations of the 11s, too, as well as the Thunder Focus.
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For your bubbled decal, if you did paint over it with clear coat, the only "possible" option, is to take a very small pin, and try to flatten the bubble by putting a tiny hole in the area. Hopefully theres no color there, but if it's a black or something, that can be fixed. After, you try a light coat, and see if the clear coat will actually get under the hole, and act as a bonding agent for the decal. This sounds tricky, but I've done it, and nobody was ever able to tell it was a bubble mess. That said, it's also not a fix 100% of the time, and if done incorrectly, just makes more cleanup later on. In anycase, I hope you're able to fix it. As for the paint job, looks great. Diggin' the yellow and black. As for the heat shield, you could color recast one in black, if you're able to do that. Then you wouldn't have to worry about scratched paint, only getting a skull decal on it.
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Sounds like a success. Can't wait to see it.
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Any idea of a scale?
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What I meant by those other franchises having options, I meant that within those franchises, the main story has many branches. If you look at Transformers, there's the G1 story, then you have tons and tons of alternate stories, comics, and even the new series on Hub, fans aren't stuck with just one storyline. With Macross, there's SDF, 7, Plus, Frontier, Zero, and II. Gundam has that, plus the alternate universes. What I'm saying is, if you don't like one series, or generation, there's options, along with other current media options. Robotech was "multi-generational" in story, but the core story is on cohesive plot that is still being told. That got tiring 20 years ago. I know people want to know what happened to "Rick Hunter", so how stupid do you think it was to slap fans in the face over? They shoulda wrapped it up, then started work on something totally new, with new characters, new mecha, and a different plot that the same old "earth gets attacked by aliens". As it stands now, they've lost quite a few fans over stupid decisions. While it's interesting to talk about this stuff, it's interesting how clearer things look when you have no vested interest in the object. It's probably why some of the more accurate assessments are made here. Just some observations.
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There are usually a number in every franchise with some history. The difference, is that TF fans have options, Thundercats fans have options, G.I. Joe fans have options, Voltron fans have options...Robotech fans and the franchise as a whole, is still attempting to live in the same story, timeline, and direction that it left way back in 85-86. They don't have options, which is why such a high majority of them are stuck on the nostalgia fantasy. Speaking of the nostagic fans, they're already attempting to put the spin on the reason for Funimation discontinuing with Shadow Chronicles. The idiotic reasoning is that somehow, Funimation maybe going under, and probably knew that, or maybe because WB wants the license, and the list is growing. How about this. It's been what 6 f!@#ing years they've had the title, and there's no reason to continue a title that isn't making anymore money? Funimation is releasing tons of titles, and good titles, so it's not that. I'm sure Funimation will survive without the Shadow Chronicles title. If they go under, it's for other reasons, not because of that. Geez, sometimes the simplest, most non-delusional answer is the right one.
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Awesome! Definitely want the Sheryl fig and the poster.
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That should be the theme song for rt.com and rtx.com, and for all those that just can't let Robotech go. For my friends whom that would offend, well, you've known my stance on that for awhile. Nostalgia has a way of making people sick if not put in check.
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For awhile now, it hasn't mattered how much fanboy wishing has been made, or how many times one or two morons in the RT camp try to bash Macross, it has surpassed Robotech in story, complexity, quality, marketability, profitability, and so on. I prefer not to sit in the RT jerk fest, and wish for things and "speculate" about each others tent poles. They can self graify each other on exagerrated accounts of just how "high concept" Robotech wants to be, but the fact is, it's outdated, it's old, it's moving into a crappier position, and the baseline of it all, no matter how much they may want to twist it, is all a direct rip of 3 other series. Changing a few little things here and there doesn't really make it any more original. It's one thing for a series to borrow concepts from other stories, it's probably impossible not to. Robotech's issue, is that it not only borrows, but is is comprised of other series. OK, my small speech is done. Carry on.
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Are you watching them on a PS3? From what I've read, there's some sort of issue with that on some players. There's some way to fix it in a program that lets one edit subs. I think it's called ifoedit or something like that, but I don't know how to adjust it. I have to go to the old M7 thread where that was discussed, and see if I can do it. For me, it plays the same on my PS3, but on my DVD player, it plays just fine.On the subject though, I just looked through that new book, and it's a "MUST" buy. I was amazed at the shots in Dengeki Hobby, but seeing the extra work in this book, these are way beyond basic skill work. Someone also did sculptures of the characters, and there's a short manga at the end, which I hope they adapt the entire story for.
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That's exactly my thoughts as well. Speaking of books, just got my vol. 2 of the Macross The Ride art, and I gotta say, wow. Some of this stuff is just crazy work.
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Bandai DX Chogokin YF-29 Durandal Valkyrie
Jasonc replied to UN Spacy's topic in Hall Of The Super Topics
I know there are many that want one of these, but for those that already spent good money to get one after the release, I wish they hadn't mentioned re-releasing them. I don't plan to get another one, but I hope everyone that wants one, will be able to get one. -
If Yamato decided to do this line, and the scale is the same, I'm dumping my Toynamis in a heartbeat. We'd get a more accurate toy, better landing gear, parts that lock into place, and diecast in the right places. Then imagine the Tread after? Man, I can drool just thinking about that.
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Focus more on the romance and love aspect of it, and maybe you'll draw in some females here. I personally know two of them on these boards, one being my wife, the other a close friend of ours, but both hardly ever frequent the toy section. My wife sees it when I am planning to buy something, but other than that, this section, along with the model kit section, seem like the Meltrandi "No Fly" zone.
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Is that why we're all here?
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Looking at that set of profiles of the CAD, the side profile looks pretty damn good. I like it. That nose needs to come up (like that hasn't been said before), but if we can get that, and the details put into the CAD, we should be sitting pretty. I don't know if this is just my thoughts, but on the fighter front view, do the wings look a little short? Are there extra details missing that make them a little larger?
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Looks like it came out really good. Way to go.
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So, if I draw that on a piece of paper and inhale it, will my eyes become black with the knowledge of Protoculture?
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Thanks. I have started to bring the design over to CAD. I don't know how well it's going to work, but it looks like it may turn out OK. I was able to take the bulges that start under the cockpit, and integrate a sort of lock, that will keep the rotating nose from turning while in fighter. It's not rocket science, just a simple little slide piece. Being that the front piece fits around the rounded and sharp nose, I'll probably make this very hollow. The only issue I have as of now is to either make space for the already made leg locking system, or recreate it so that it is already integrated into the new nose.
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"I ain't afraid of no ghost"...du dudu du du du du, dudududu du du du dududu du....GHOSTBUSTERS!!! P.S. If the price is decent, I'm in for a set. I was actually thinking about designing the Ghost in 1/60. Looks like I will not have to now.
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Why do they wait so long to release a Macross Series?
Jasonc replied to leading edge's topic in Movies and TV Series
What I like about Macross, is that aside from Macross II, it's all a continuous story, and not so confusing like what Gundam can be. Yes, I know there are separate timelines in Gundam, but U.C. is what really counts, and if you add all the stories that come with that, they are spurradic as far as when those come out. I can totally see Macross the First being done into an animated series. As for manga of Macross, and the sort, there are a few Macross Frontier spinoffs that are out. Perhaps something like Macross 7 Trash would be cool. New characters in the same timeline. Heck, they have the Macross the Ride novels, they should make a manga out of those, too. Even animate it. Why not! -
Strike A Pose! V.4 - The Macross Mech Pose Thread
Jasonc replied to JCSaves's topic in Hall Of The Super Topics
These pics are awesome. I'm envious of the displays you guys have. -
I understand people are going to point out the flaws of the design, but at this stage, it's like telling a baker to put the eggs in when all he's done so far is get out the flour. I do like the angled up nose better, but as this is only a CAD design to date, they probably already have some of the initial corrections written down. I'm sure theirs already been changes to what we are seeing now, meaning, put the panic button in the fridge for awhile. As for the feet, I prefer the original looking block feet. It looks more aesthetically similar to the overall design.
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Why do they wait so long to release a Macross Series?
Jasonc replied to leading edge's topic in Movies and TV Series
I think the Macross franchise releases new series in a decent amount of time. With Gundam, they release series more often because many of the spinoffs aren't canon. Because of that, casual Gundam fans can just jump into the series of their choosing, and run with it. If you look at the frequency of the U.C. storyline, it's spread out a bit more. I wouldn't be surprised if after Gundam the Origin comes out, if we don't see a Macross: The Origin, or Macross the First animated series. I think the success of Gundam the Origin will bring the viability of a new Macross origin series. That said, if they did Macross series every 5 years, I think they'd be in a great swing of things. There is a lot to plan for series, and as long as the quality is there, if it takes longer, I'm OK with that. Just as long as it doesn't take 20+ years like another similar franchise.
