joppewo Posted October 31, 2015 Author Posted October 31, 2015 VF-1S available on HLJ again: http://www.hlj.com/product/bann01263/Act Quote
TheFallen Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 VF-1S available on HLJ again: http://www.hlj.com/product/bann01263/Act I was there not more than 10 minutes ago and it wasn't up. But I finally just got one so I am now caught up on all pre-orders. Thanks Quote
Smiley424 Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 (edited) Dammit, I just saw joppewo's link and now I have a Hi-metal VF-1S Hikaru on preorder. I wasn't sure about this line at this scale, but the variety is what pushed me to order. Now I will have a Bandai 1/100 to join my Arcadia 1/60 and Yamato 1/100 VF-1S Hikaru! Edited October 31, 2015 by Smiley424 Quote
Reaction Warhead Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 VF-1S available on HLJ again: http://www.hlj.com/product/bann01263/Act Thanks! I just grabbed one. Quote
koonfasa Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 Is the yellow one going to be hard to get? I'm still hanging out for the red. Quote
neoexcaliber Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 Is the yellow one going to be hard to get? I'm still hanging out for the red. The Roy custom is a Tamashii exclusive so you'd be able to get it at a reasonable price now. Not so reasonable a few months after release. Quote
sh9000 Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 (edited) Ok. Moar HM-R pictarz! Integrate Muv Luv to Macross already! Nope. Edited October 31, 2015 by sh9000 Quote
QEssential Posted October 31, 2015 Posted October 31, 2015 VF-1S available on HLJ again: http://www.hlj.com/product/bann01263/Act Dang! Missed it again! Quote
warrhead Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 So, will there be pre-order madness this Sunday night? Quote
Old Man Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 So, will there be pre-order madness this Sunday night? For what? The Glaug??? Quote
spanner Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 Ok. Moar HM-R pictarz! Integrate Muv Luv to Macross already! cool pic! Kagami Sumika sure is a cutie! Quote
Reaction Warhead Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 (edited) So, will there be pre-order madness this Sunday night? Forgive my ignorance, but what's coming out this Sunday? I know it's probably Bandai... Edited November 1, 2015 by Reaction Warhead Quote
Gubaba Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 MW discussing Macross Delta. MW discussing Macross toys. Careful... Those Anti-Delta people might attack... Quote
Old Man Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 Noticed the "1" on the armor chest plate is ever so slightly crooked. Most people probably wouldn't even notice, but I do. Mine's slightly crooked as well Quote
Mommar Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 I still don't see why all of this is so exciting. The VF-1's are just okay and apparently nobody remembers just how appalling the 19's were... Or their previous attempts at the 25's before that. They've shown no effort in fixing the issues with the VF-1 so likely if a 19 comes out it won't be any better than terrible as well. Other than the promise of the 2012 scheme or a rare design like the 2SS (and don't forget the 19 was rare when these were first released) there is no guarantee anything here will be better than okay. Quote
anime52k8 Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 Because they're doing Zentradi Mecha that will in all likelihood finally strike a decent balance between not being too expensive and not being cheap and crappy. That's why I'm excited. Quote
jenius Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 (edited) I still don't see why all of this is so exciting. The VF-1's are just okay and apparently nobody remembers just how appalling the 19's were... Or their previous attempts at the 25's before that. They've shown no effort in fixing the issues with the VF-1 so likely if a 19 comes out it won't be any better than terrible as well. Other than the promise of the 2012 scheme or a rare design like the 2SS (and don't forget the 19 was rare when these were first released) there is no guarantee anything here will be better than okay. Why is everyone happy? I demand negativity and anger! Edited November 3, 2015 by jenius Quote
Reaction Warhead Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 Why is everyone happy? I demand negativity and anger! I think Mommar up there is pretty upset. Honestly, you are allow to feel joy or disappointment regarding any news (delta or otherwise), and is entitled to your opinion. Just cut out the insults and high horse attitude against people who doesn't agree with you. Not directing this at anybody just in general. Quote
Mommar Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 (edited) Why is everyone happy? I demand negativity and anger! You've owned those bad 19's as well. None of this is guaranteed to be good until we get one in hand. Not even the enemy mecha, which I'm excited (and still looking for a pre-order for) are guaranteed to be good. Edited November 1, 2015 by Mommar Quote
Reaction Warhead Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 You've owned those bad 19's as well. None of this is guaranteed to be good until we get one in hand. Not even the enemy mecha, which I'm excited (and still looking for a pre-order for) are guaranteed to be good. You know what, I was just thinking the same thing. I have a couple Hi-metal stuff on preorder, but I have no idea how good/bad they are going to turn out. If they're bad then it's a couple hundreds buck down the drain for me. Quote
TheFallen Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 I am extremely happy with my VF-1 so I think it is better than just okay. Quote
jenius Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 You've owned those bad 19's as well. None of this is guaranteed to be good until we get one in hand. Not even the enemy mecha, which I'm excited (and still looking for a pre-order for) are guaranteed to be good. I also owned Yamato's V1 1/60 toys, that didn't keep me from getting excited for V2. I did state earlier that now is the time for excitement and the time for negativity will arrive when we all know more about the designs and compromises made. I'm sure some people will bemoan color selections, others landing gear details (or God forbid, a lack of landing gears), and some of these designs may even parts-form! You can skip straight to negativity if you like, we'll meet you there in a few weeks or months when more information becomes available. It's inevitable, there will be loud protestations and gnashing of teeth... but for now we don't know enough so YAY! Quote
Guest davidwhangchoi Posted November 1, 2015 Posted November 1, 2015 I still don't see why all of this is so exciting. The VF-1's are just okay i agree but it's the bad guys i'm after... padded with that dyrl launch arm and britai smashing kaki with a crowbar/pipe. lol and very happy original macross is getting new support. after yamato ended i thought it was going to be all frontier and on... Quote
technoblue Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 I've also decided that I'm in this line purely for the destroids and the enemy mecha. I am getting a few Valkyries out of curiosity, but I think my limit will be three. I thought about it this weekend, and I have too much sentiment for the 1/60-scale and DX Valkyries in my collection -- no downsizing for me. Quote
jvmacross Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 Variety is the spice of life..... The spice must flow! Quote
Jasonc Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 I see this guy when the panic button goes off way before a release. Some of you are way too serious for toy collecting. I won't get them simply because I don't need toys that are 1/100, but were those background images coming with them? If so, that'd be a reason to reconsider. Quote
Chronocidal Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 (edited) I really don't intend to buy an entire set of 1/100 stuff, but eh, having a single Roy 1S sounds like a nice piece to have to pose with a Regult or Glaug (or as a nice gateway drug ) I've just got far too much invested in 1/60 stuff to collect the 1/100s too. Kind of relieved they're a web exclusive, just for being able to order one so easily. Edited November 2, 2015 by Chronocidal Quote
sharky Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 I finally was able to get around to opening my VF-1J. For the scale it's OK. It's no replacement for a Yamato/Arcadia 1/60. There's only so much you can do going dowm in scale like this. Personally, I feel the HMR line is worth collecting. I'm not so worried about handling it and transforming it since they are lower cost. I like that we are getting enemy mecha. And, due to the price, I feel like I can collect the entire line. With the Arcadia stuff I have to be selective and pick only my most favorite(s). I'm definitely happy to have both scales in my collection. Quote
CF18 Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 I'm upset that we don't have any better spy photo of the VF-4 and VF-2SS, and the slow release schedule means it will take forever to get there, if Bandai don't retire the line over one or two bad release first. Quote
BlueMax Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 So I just got my GBP and after opening it up and attaching the armor (haven't transformed it yet) these are my thoughts (this is my 1st Hi-metal/ VF-100... etc): Likes: Nice heft for the size GBP Armor looks nice and well proportioned Grey 1J visors Dislikes Too many parts backpack sits a little too low and too far out from the body Removal of part (tip of nose cone) necessary for application or GBP armor Armored hips unposeable Easily dislodged waist attachment/ missles red- band markings at wrong angles Conclusion: I would not trade my 1/60 collection for the 1/100 Hi Metal-Rs. These things are great for display and the occasional fiddling on your desk though. Quote
technoblue Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 <snip> I see this guy when the panic button goes off way before a release. Some of you are way too serious for toy collecting. I won't get them simply because I don't need toys that are 1/100, but were those background images coming with them? If so, that'd be a reason to reconsider. HaHa. I can't take myself too seriously on a toy forum, especially one where I am responsible for my fair share of brain farts. I mean, most of us are grown men debating toys. I'm sure there are some outliers among us, but they have yet to speak up. Quote
godaiking Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 About to pickup the VF-1J armored Hi Metal R. Had a question: will the Tamashii nations Act stands work with these in displaying in full armor mode? Quote
Lonely Soldier Boy Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 About to pickup the VF-1J armored Hi Metal R. Had a question: will the Tamashii nations Act stands work with these in displaying in full armor mode? Where are you getting it from? I might get one too. Quote
TheFallen Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 I can't help but smile when people are comparing the 1/100s to the 1/60s. It is almost like saying "I like the Transformers Legends figures but they are no replacement for the Masterpiece line" I am being facetious but you are not going to see the same engineering in a Legends figure that you will in a Masterpiece figure just as the same can be said for 1/100 to 1/60. I have two 1/60s, Yamato VF-1S and Arcadia YF-19 and I don't even touch them. My 1/100 GBP has been transformed constantly and I really can't wait for the next lot of releases and preorders. If what Bandai have shown becomes a reality and it stays popular then the 1/100 line will outdo the 1/60 line in expanse. Quote
Lolicon Posted November 2, 2015 Posted November 2, 2015 Bandai's most expansive line would be their gashapons but I'm not replacing anything with those either. I'll wait till these things are actually for sale before I go congratulating Bandai for their "expansive" line. Bandai has a whole graveyard of dead and abandoned Macross products. Does anyone here own a Bandai Vajra? Quote
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