General Rasp Posted January 11, 2019 Posted January 11, 2019 2 hours ago, hachi said: What's the difference with the Robot Spirits toys? Is there really a need for these? After getting a few of the Robot Spirits ANIME line I can say they are much better quality and engineering from 5 years ago. Based on the pictures it looks like the Gundam Universe line will be the new entry level action figures for kids. The ANIME releases have a plethora of option and effects parts for dioramas or scenes from the series. Those are more for teen and adult collectors. Quote
no3Ljm Posted January 11, 2019 Posted January 11, 2019 2 hours ago, hachi said: What's the difference with the Robot Spirits toys? Is there really a need for these? Yeah, like General Rasp said it's aiming for kids. And one of the main big difference is already the size. They're 6 inches. I don't think it's going to replace nor rival the Robot Spirits line. This reminds me of some of the Banpresto Gundam figures before. There's limitation on some areas but it's more durable for playing for younger kids. And besides, Bandai's going to do what Bandai's going to do -- they will always keep on releasing new lines of the old figures. Quote
General Rasp Posted January 11, 2019 Posted January 11, 2019 They remind me of the old MSIA line from the 90s. You could find those in US toy stores. Maybe we will see these in stores? Quote
kajnrig Posted January 11, 2019 Posted January 11, 2019 (edited) Aren't RDs around the 5-6" mark too? 12-15cm... That sounds about right. About the same size as 1/144 kits, maybe smaller, maybe bigger. Edit: gah, hit Post before I was finished. Anyway, is it 3000 yen per figure? If so, I'm not sure how it's supposed to distinguish itself from RD. Price is about the same, size is the same, apparently it will have fewer accessories than RD... Or am I vastly underestimating the price of RD? I want to say they're generally in the 2500-4000 range... Edited January 11, 2019 by kajnrig Quote
no3Ljm Posted January 11, 2019 Posted January 11, 2019 Or maybe it only has the basic accessories and not the whole shebang. Quote
anime52k8 Posted January 11, 2019 Posted January 11, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, kajnrig said: Aren't RDs around the 5-6" mark too? 12-15cm... That sounds about right. About the same size as 1/144 kits, maybe smaller, maybe bigger. Edit: gah, hit Post before I was finished. Anyway, is it 3000 yen per figure? If so, I'm not sure how it's supposed to distinguish itself from RD. Price is about the same, size is the same, apparently it will have fewer accessories than RD... Or am I vastly underestimating the price of RD? I want to say they're generally in the 2500-4000 range... rd's are more like 4-5" and 3500~6000JPY This are going to bigger but cheaper (so presumably simpler/less detailed/with fewer accessories). Edited January 11, 2019 by anime52k8 Quote
no3Ljm Posted January 16, 2019 Posted January 16, 2019 Metal Robot Damashii DESTINY Gundam is available again at HLJ for Y13500. https://hlj.com/metal-robot-damashii-side-ms-destiny-gundam-bans55382 Quote
General Rasp Posted January 18, 2019 Posted January 18, 2019 Sample review of the Metal Build Crossbone X-1. http://blog.livedoor.jp/tamashii_robot/27713247201919 It looks amazing! Really hoping I can get a copy from Amazon Japan with two day shipping. Quote
hachi Posted January 22, 2019 Posted January 22, 2019 On 1/11/2019 at 10:59 PM, General Rasp said: After getting a few of the Robot Spirits ANIME line I can say they are much better quality and engineering from 5 years ago. Based on the pictures it looks like the Gundam Universe line will be the new entry level action figures for kids. The ANIME releases have a plethora of option and effects parts for dioramas or scenes from the series. Those are more for teen and adult collectors. On 1/11/2019 at 11:08 PM, no3Ljm said: Yeah, like General Rasp said it's aiming for kids. And one of the main big difference is already the size. They're 6 inches. I don't think it's going to replace nor rival the Robot Spirits line. This reminds me of some of the Banpresto Gundam figures before. There's limitation on some areas but it's more durable for playing for younger kids. And besides, Bandai's going to do what Bandai's going to do -- they will always keep on releasing new lines of the old figures. Thanks for the clarification. I guess parents who have the $$$ will buy these for their kids. Quote
General Rasp Posted January 24, 2019 Posted January 24, 2019 Hacchaka has a review up for the Metal Build Crossbone: http://blog.livedoor.jp/hacchaka/archives/52037525.html#more Can't wait for this thing to be in stock and shipped! Quote
no3Ljm Posted January 24, 2019 Posted January 24, 2019 (edited) GFFMC RX78-02 Gundam [40th Anniversary Ver] I'll probably jump on this release since there's no assurance if the RX-78 will get released in Metal Build format. Edited January 24, 2019 by no3Ljm Quote
F360 Posted January 25, 2019 Posted January 25, 2019 This is base on The Origin ver, with different marking, so the posablilty is already pretty good. It also already have lots of diecast too. I'm sure they will include a DISPLAY stand this time, instead of just the BASE. Quote
Sandman Posted January 25, 2019 Posted January 25, 2019 57 minutes ago, no3Ljm said: GFFMC RX78-02 Gundam [40th Anniversary Ver] I'll probably jump on this release since there's no assurance if the RX-78 will get released in Metal Build format. I bought the one from 2 years ago. It was a solid toy and fun to mess around with. I’ll probably buy this one too if there’s some difference. Anyone know if there is anything new or different for this release. Quote
davidwhangchoi Posted January 25, 2019 Posted January 25, 2019 14 hours ago, no3Ljm said: GFFMC RX78-02 Gundam [40th Anniversary Ver] I'll probably jump on this release since there's no assurance if the RX-78 will get released in Metal Build format. 14 hours ago, F360 said: This is base on The Origin ver, with different marking, so the posablilty is already pretty good. It also already have lots of diecast too. I'm sure they will include a DISPLAY stand this time, instead of just the BASE. is this one good? tempting Quote
F360 Posted January 25, 2019 Posted January 25, 2019 55 minutes ago, davidwhangchoi said: is this one good? tempting I already have the Origin ver and it’s awesome ,so depending on the price for the remarking and possible extras Quote
davidwhangchoi Posted January 25, 2019 Posted January 25, 2019 damn i better get it... but i'm so broke... i may have to cancel EVA-01 Quote
sumyumgoy Posted January 25, 2019 Posted January 25, 2019 3 hours ago, davidwhangchoi said: damn i better get it... but i'm so broke... i may have to cancel EVA-01 You're not alone...had to resist grabbing the Eva but this RX-78 will be a tough one to pass up. No PO date set yet right? Quote
no3Ljm Posted January 25, 2019 Posted January 25, 2019 6 hours ago, davidwhangchoi said: is this one good? tempting Based on everyone's feedback here like F360's, the figure is great. Almost as par with a MB figure. Though I'm really not a big fan of this redesigned RX-78 (I do like the RX-78 redesign from MG kits OYW and Ver.3), and I don't have a Metal Build-esque Grandad Gundam so I'll settle with this one. 5 hours ago, F360 said: I already have the Origin ver and it’s awesome ,so depending on the price for the remarking and possible extras I just hope it's somewhere around Y10000+ and not Y15000+. 31 minutes ago, sumyumgoy said: You're not alone...had to resist grabbing the Eva but this RX-78 will be a tough one to pass up. No PO date set yet right? No PO date yet. And no release date mentioned in that photo too. Quote
davidwhangchoi Posted January 25, 2019 Posted January 25, 2019 1 hour ago, sumyumgoy said: You're not alone...had to resist grabbing the Eva but this RX-78 will be a tough one to pass up. No PO date set yet right? yeah i just cancelled EVa from hlj, sadly i can't afford it in the coming month. 46 minutes ago, no3Ljm said: Based on everyone's feedback here like F360's, the figure is great. Almost as par with a MB figure. Though I'm really not a big fan of this redesigned RX-78 (I do like the RX-78 redesign from MG kits OYW and Ver.3), and I don't have a Metal Build-esque Grandad Gundam so I'll settle with this one. i was always curious about this figure. sounds very solid Quote
no3Ljm Posted January 25, 2019 Posted January 25, 2019 41 minutes ago, davidwhangchoi said: yeah i just cancelled EVa from hlj, sadly i can't afford it in the coming month. i was always curious about this figure. sounds very solid I feel you, David. If only we have unlimited supply of cash then it's not a problem for us. Quote
F360 Posted January 28, 2019 Posted January 28, 2019 https://p-bandai.jp/item/item-1000131413/ Twe preorders starts 1/29/19 1600 jst Quote
Saviant Posted January 28, 2019 Posted January 28, 2019 Damn, that is awesome, I really like the Astraea so guess I am gonna need to get one Quote
General Rasp Posted January 28, 2019 Posted January 28, 2019 I am in for another Exia. Going to have a sweet display of 00 Metal Builds. Now to buy more Yeti stand arms. Quote
Graham Posted February 11, 2019 Posted February 11, 2019 My Gundam Sentinel, Metal Robot Spirit/Robot Spirit collection. Standard Nero not visible, hidden in the back behind the Task Force Alpha Ex-S. Quote
JakCrow Posted February 12, 2019 Posted February 12, 2019 On 1/24/2019 at 3:47 PM, no3Ljm said: GFFMC RX78-02 Gundam [40th Anniversary Ver] I'll probably jump on this release since there's no assurance if the RX-78 will get released in Metal Build format. This will probably be slightly better than a Metal Build if the GFFMC Wing 0 is any indication. Quote
eggy99 Posted February 12, 2019 Posted February 12, 2019 1 hour ago, JakCrow said: This will probably be slightly better than a Metal Build if the GFFMC Wing 0 is any indication. We can already know how it will compare to MB line since it’s already been released twice before . This is a 3rd release of this toy, but with new markings. I suspect there will not be any changes to the mold. Its a solid toy with excellent articulation, detailing, and gimmicks. I wouldn’t say it’s better than the MB line, but it’s definitely at the same level. It’s leagues better than everything else that came before it in the GFFMC line. Quote
Big s Posted February 22, 2019 Posted February 22, 2019 I wish the kits looked this good. A must buy for me. Quote
ps99042 Posted February 22, 2019 Posted February 22, 2019 When is the preorder going up for the GP01 and GP02? I need them! Quote
kajnrig Posted February 22, 2019 Posted February 22, 2019 Yeah, this is hitting all the right notes. Quote
Big s Posted February 22, 2019 Posted February 22, 2019 Yeah, this has the look I’ve been waiting for. It’s the closest pose able item for the gp01 to compare with the original design. Quote
eggy99 Posted February 22, 2019 Posted February 22, 2019 Holy cow. I'm in love. Where's my Metal Build version Quote
seti88 Posted February 22, 2019 Posted February 22, 2019 Woohoo! Bandai is getting into 0083!! Whilst these look nice, I hope there will be MB versions plz!! Quote
General Rasp Posted February 22, 2019 Posted February 22, 2019 Loving the GP01!! Can't wait to pre-order. Quote
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