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  1. captain america
    ...Just a sample of what was cast prior to packing.
  2. captain america
    Hi everyone! The (gorgeous) decals are in, the hands are in, and I'm currently in packing mode. Kits will start shipping later this week.
  3. captain america
    As I think about it, things could have been resolved VERY differently, quickly, and while still respecting the limits of characters' specific powers. Of course, that probably would have made for a shorter, duller movie, and no need for an action-packed sequel.
  4. captain america
    Not to mention the fact that having an UNDO function cheapens life and lessens the impact that the death of a character is supposed to have on the audience.
  5. captain america
    Seeing as how the price of a 6" MOSPEADA figure currently hovers at around the $200 mark, even if they scaled a Legioss to 3 3/4" figures, it would likely be more expensive than the market will bear, and that's even if they do a half-assed job.
  6. captain america
    I wonder if...
  7. captain america
    Soldier mode only.
  8. captain america
    If you decide to sell your Stick MOSPEADA, I'll take it. Like with most figures, if you break the seal it will affect the value.
  9. captain america
    The pics are fairly obvious: wipe the silver backing from inside the helmet with rubbing alcohol, then airbrush a mixture of clear blue + smoke to the top. Mechaniac: in so much as the recessed gray area below the dash (if that's indeed what you're talkig about) needs to slide into the tank when transforming, it may not be a good idea to put a sticker there.
  10. captain america
    So. Many. Parts. I had forgotten just how laborious it was to cast... So much so that I decided to pour each kit in 2 shots in stead of one to better manage the workload. Everything is coming along nicely, though!
  11. captain america
    I could, but it wouldn't look nearly as harmonious as if it had been designed properly from the get-go. Based squarely on pictures, I don't know if placing the foot-peg further forward is actually a good thing: you'd have to bring the knees up higher, which might accentuate the scrunched rider look. Also, can the figure's foot flex forward like on the beagle? The re-design of the MOSPEADA looks much more like a racing bike (smaller, lower front fairing + forward leaning position) whereas the Beagle looks a little bit more like an easy-rider based on the seating position and the overall proportions of the bike. It's just my opinion, but to me the foot pegs place further aft fit the new design better, even if the toes do hang too low.
  12. captain america
    Just from looking at the photos, the bike looks proportional to the (slightly) undersized figure. I think the reason it looks small compared to the rider has to do with the boots: they're almost mini-stilts where the foot module extends well below the wearer's foot. As a result, it makes the bike look short and as we can see, the toes scrape the ground in ride-mode. Pretty much all toys/models have had this issue by virtue of the design.
  13. captain america
    Great photos and review, Kuma! I have to say that your videos are perhaps the most comprehensive and professional of the bunch for this figure; well-done! Also, a PSA: if anyone is disappointed/dissatisfied with their VR-052F, I will gladly purchase it from you. If anything, it will speed-up my ability to produce the saddle-bags/RPG add-on parts.
  14. captain america
    I guess poor Scott got the short-end of the STICK in that ARTMIC adventure!!
  15. captain america
    Except that while I see quite a few people asking a premium for their toys, I don't many people actually buying them at those inflated prices. If there's high demand for a product but the manufacturer doesn't meet supply, it only invites competition to come in with a newer, better (and cheaper) product. I see people asking $600+ for Beagle ride-armors, but who's actually buying them? Chances are that the toys will yellow in their packages long before anyone buys them, and then it will be a race to the bottom.
  16. captain america
    I think (and I may be wrong) that if the toy is well-received overall, it may get a second run. I'd be weary of paying a premium for these things right now.
  17. captain america
    Let me start by acquiring a Mospeada and I'll do it. Patience, my friend.
  18. captain america
    Bazooka is obligatory.
  19. captain america
    I decided to wait until the first examples landed to see whether this was a good purchase or not. If there's a second run or if someone decides to part with theirs, I may just pick it up. Based on what I can see, the storage containers and alternate weapons should be a piece of cake to do.
  20. captain america
    A PG I would build for you, problem solved.
  21. captain america
    Hey everyone, quick hump-day update! Molds are done, initial test-shots are excellent. I'll start the casting process on Friday, and from there I'm just waiting on the decals (which are also done) to arrive.
  22. captain america
    I suspect that the empty spaces are merely the trade-off for the transformation particularities in order to bring it closer to the Anime. It really doesn't bother me at all. If anything, just cram a couple extra HBT cans in there!
  23. captain america
    New neck.
  24. captain america
    Sweet build, Emiliano, would you object if I share it on social media? You would be credited as the builder, of course! Also, quick BUSTER update: I've finished refining the parts... As expected, I discarded the neck part I made and went with something else. Pics will be posted later. Basic mold-prep has begun, and I thought I'd take a moment to issue a PSA to help with your building process. Occasionally, you will see these little triangular shapes on some parts: these are not details, they're simply vents I use to free trapped air bubbles in more complex shapes as a means to get better castings. Just wanted to mention that because I've seen a couple of builds where those vents weren't removed
  25. captain america
    Wow, it actually has some interior decor AND a removeable nose cone--color-me impressed!
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