VOTOMS

[treatment]

1/48 scale is really just too tiny for any of the Votoms mecha...

[jenius]

2 hours ago, treatment said:

1/48 scale is really just too tiny for any of the Votoms mecha...

Blaspheme! They're definitely not for everyone but I got mine dirt cheap and think they're a ton of fun. If they can get us those missing ones I'll be super stoked. Too bad they're not AGN but hopefully that means the price point is attractive. Take me to a preorder!

[Chet]

Hope they bring back Dual Model Zwei, too.

[jenius]

2 hours ago, Chet said:

Hope they bring back Dual Model Zwei, too.

I never even thought to dream of such things but.... that'd be amazing. Honestly though, with today's tech they could do even better at that scale so if they go that root I hope we get a full DM3.

[no3Ljm]

15 minutes ago, jenius said:

I never even thought to dream of such things but.... that'd be amazing. Honestly though, with today's tech they could do even better at that scale so if they go that root I hope we get a full DM3.

You meant DMD? Dual Model Drei.

But yeah, would love to see a new Votoms in 1/18 since 1/12 is too big for me. By the way, Jenius, how big are those 1/48's? Thanks!

 

[jenius]

Bite size! Next time I have my votoms toys out I'll add measurements to this pic. 

[no3Ljm]

Actually, I went to your site earlier to check that one and I noticed that there was no size so I asked just in case you remember how big it is in real life.

Looking forward to the updated scale sizes soon.

 

[Big s]

I understand some people don't like the small toys, but the arctic gear figures pack so much detail and articulation into a tiny package. They're great for the collector with limited space and they're awesome for people who do dioramas. I always wondered if someone ever made a table top game using them as playing pieces.

[Chet]

They also display great with Yamato 1/48 Valkyries.

[no3Ljm]

11 minutes ago, Chet said:

They also display great with Yamato 1/48 Valkyries.

Good point. Now you're making me want for a 1/60 Votoms (6.34cm). 

 

Edited January 27, 2017 by no3Ljm

[Big s]

If they were able to be as detailed and as poseable at that scale I'd buy into it. Although imagine the size of accessories. I would be a bit worried about losing them.

[no3Ljm]

Not sure if this has been posted. Schizophonic9's review of Volks 1/35 Berserga Super Execusion. Looks nice.

 

[Chet]

This is a model kit, right?

[no3Ljm]

1 hour ago, Chet said:

This is a model kit, right?

Yes sir!

 

[Big s]

It's nice to see a review for a volks plastic kit. It's very hard to find any.

after seeing the kits in person at the volks booth at anime expo, I was very impressed by the looks.

[no3Ljm]

1/48 Actic Gear Series AG-V18 AT Chronicles I Cumene's Battle
Y9000 (Set of 3)

Includes: Marsh Dog, Strike Dog, Berserga

 

Edit: Revised the spelling from Arctic to Actic.

 

Edited February 8, 2017 by no3Ljm

[jenius]

Huh? Should be an AGEX if it's a bundle set... 

Some AGEX were standalone releases too but it seems to fit more in the EX line right? 

Edited February 7, 2017 by jenius

[Vifam7]

Is it "Arctic Gear" or "Actic Gear"?  The Japanese katakana pronunciation is closer to the latter and even the placards spells it in English without the "r". Just wondering... was the line at one time called Arctic but now is Actic?

 

Edited February 7, 2017 by Vifam7

[mechaninac]

If Bandai ever delves into VOTOMS within their H-M R line I'll be in so much financial trouble...

[jenius]

Always Actic but I think it often auto corrects to Arctic.

[Big s]

As far as misspellings of arctic, I like tag hobby with action gear.

Anyway just got my preorder in.

[jenius]

Action gear certainly makes more sense. Who has a pre-order up? I came up empty at the usual suspects. 

[Big s]

Hlj and hobbysearch had it up last night.

[no3Ljm]

20 hours ago, mechaninac said:

If Bandai ever delves into VOTOMS within their H-M R line I'll be in so much financial trouble...

Me too. I think HM-R size is perfect for Scopedogs. 

 

So how big again was 1/48 scaled Scopedog?

 

Edited February 8, 2017 by no3Ljm

[Cowboy17]

1 hour ago, no3Ljm said:

Me too. I think HM-R size is perfect for Scopedogs. 

 

So how big again was 1/48 scaled Scopedog?

 

About 3.5 inches.  

[jenius]

Ooh just had to go to the second page on HLJ, thanks. 

[no3Ljm]

1 hour ago, Cowboy17 said:

About 3.5 inches.  

Thanks. That small huh? Like G.I.Joe figures. Hmmm.

 

[Big s]

They're small, but they can do it all.

all joking aside they are very poseable and can even do downform and have great detail.

[jenius]

I'm going to have to review some soon... been looking for a reason to play with my votoms toys again. 

[Big s]

If you do a review and you own a burglary dog, then I suggest that one due to all fun and accessories. It was probably my favorite. It had swappable lower legs and an awesome folding cannon and you could convert it into a standard scopedog.

[jenius]

Roger that, but I think I should start with AGV and work my way to AGN... that would take a long time though... this will take some thought. 

[no3Ljm]

On 2/8/2017 at 5:57 PM, jenius said:

I'm going to have to review some soon... been looking for a reason to play with my votoms toys again. 

Looking forward as always for your reviews, Jenius. Let me know when you're going to open your 1/12 soon so I can ask the stickers again.

 

And on the other news. Volks showcased their 1/24 Snapping Turtle at WonderFest 2017. I'm assuming 1/24 is a good size like a 7-8 inches figure?

 

[Big s]

I'm a bit surprised that Volks went 1/24 instead of 1/35, but more votoms news is always good news.

[no3Ljm]

I don't have Votoms kit but how's the quality of Volks kits? I'm more of a GunPla guy before so based on that how can you compare Volks kits to that?

TIA.

 

[Big s]

Their kits are getting close to bandai quality and ease of part separation. Every kit gets better. They are very impressive when seen upclose and the larger ones are very poseable and have a bit of a skeleton to build on like an mg gundam. If you ever get a chance to go to an event I recommend checking out their booth. They usually do anime expo and a few others. Their employees are very helpful and don't mind showing what's in the box. They also usually have all the kits built on display. They also have a store in or near Torrance C.A.